499 episodes
Rick Thomas | Life Over Coffee Rick Thomas
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- Religion & Spirituality
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4.8 • 90 Ratings
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Rick launched the Life Over Coffee global training network in 2008 to bring hope and help for you and others by creating resources that spark conversations for transformation. His primary responsibilities are resource creation and leadership development, which he does through speaking, writing, podcasting, and educating.
In 1990 he earned a BA in Theology and, in 1991, a BS in Education. In 1993, he received his ordination into Christian ministry, and in 2000 he graduated with an MA in Counseling from The Master's University. In 2006 he was recognized as a Fellow of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC).
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Day 4 Marriage Devotion: The Main Reason You Need Someone
What Adam lacked was not someone to fill his empty love cup but someone who would allow him to display God in the world in a more complete way.
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Day 3 Marriage Devotion His Problems, Her Problems: One Problem
We are one body (Hebrews 13:3). When I sin—no matter what it is—my wife has a responsibility for that sin. She would never say, "That's Rick's problem. That's his sin." No, it's our sin. She is not guilty of my sin, and she does not repent of my sin, but she has a role to play because she is me, and I am here—we are one. When I sin, she runs to my aid by calling me out or caring for me. She becomes my discipler—my mentor.
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Day 2 Marriage Devotion: The Most Important Thing
What is the most important quality you would like to have in your life? Of all the qualities to choose from, there is one transcending quality that must be at the top of your list. That one transcending quality is God's glory. If your desire to glorify God is the chief aim of your life, there is a fantastic chance you will experience a meaningful and satisfying life and marriage, even should your spouse not meet some of your expectations. There is nothing that transcends this God-centered quality in His image bearers.
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Day 1 Marriage Devotion: We Are One In Communication
One of the more common complaints I hear from spouses is when one of the partners in the marriage talks about being alone in the marriage. These lonely spouses perceive a seemingly invisible barrier between each other. It's a communication barrier they cannot change because the deepest and most intimate component of marriage communication is uniquely spiritual. While couples can relate in many ways, there is one way that is non-negotiable if you intend to engage each other like Christ and His church (Ephesians 5:25-33). That spiritual component is an intimate three-person dynamic between the husband, wife, and God. I'm not necessarily talking about praying together, going to church, reading the Bible, or other churchy things—all vital aspects of a sound marriage. I'm speaking of in-depth and comprehensive spiritual communication.
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The Sex Talk Begins in the Toddler Years
The sex talk begins in a child's toddler years as they learn about sexuality, intimacy, and relationships through the attitudes, words, and interactions of their parents. Sex is a shame-laced subject because of our mutual fallenness. One talk just before they head off to high school is not enough to help them think right about gender, identity, and sexuality. Even our worldly counterparts—though they give the appearance of no sex shame and have all the answers—are not free from sexual entanglements.
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Practical and Effective Instructions for the Sex Talk
One of the most exciting and bittersweet times in a parent’s life is walking their child through the sex talk. It’s the season that leads them into adulthood. It’s the secret handshake that lets them know that the curtain of childhood is dropping and a brave new world is in front of them. It’s exciting because you are the one leading her. It’s bittersweet because your little kid is growing up.
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Customer Reviews
Changed life
Rick has changed my life by helping me understand that a lot of my issues are tied to my insecurities. When I draw close to Jesus through the disciplines like Bible study, prayer and worship, I am free to live in freedom, walking with him, not insecure about what people think. Thank you Rick!!
Too much skin podcast episode
I was so shocked by this Rick, truly shocked, normally your content is spot on… This take was really creepy.
On this topic, we should want to avoid both extremes. I think that people (both men and women) should dress appropriately and be respectful of others.
The truth is I really don’t think the majority of women want to dress immodestly or to attract the attention of men. Quite the opposite, they want to avoid creepy lookers and cat-callers. The extreme examples that we see on social media is not representative of how most women dress. It’s an over-exaggerated concern.
When I read verses like Matthew 5:28, the instruction is directed towards us men and the moral significance of lust. No place in the Bible insists that women should cover themselves up or blames them for the sexual sins of men. It’s an entirely man-made eisegesis. 1 Tim. 2:9-10 and 1 Pet. 3:3-4 that talk about modesty is focused on economic modesty and not flaunting one’s wealth. I do think we can extend the principle to sexual modesty too, where women shouldn’t intentionally flaunt their bodies. But it’s the motive that matters, not how much skin is covered. Likewise, there’s nothing inherently wrong with jewelry and makeup. It’s about the motive with how they are being used.
Another take that might be controversial: An obsession over modest clothing doesn’t help with men’s lust issues at all. We would logically expect Muslim men to be more sexually pure and respectful toward women, but the opposite is true. I think a lot of the sex abuse scandals that come from these fundamental churches stem from this. (Look into ACBC abuse scandals)
Young men in these cultures are sexually repressed. If all the women in their lives are covered from head to toe and they are told to feel ashamed about the slightest feeling towards women (which isn’t the same thing as lust), it’s incompatible with how their bodies grow and they develop lifelong problems from it. Young men should be sexually pure and exercise self-control, but we need to reframe the conversation about lust: viewing people of the opposite sex as humans made in the image of God and treating them with respect, instead of seeing them as problems to be avoided.
Soul Care
This is an excellent resource to becoming more effective soul care provider. As Christians we are called to Love God and to Love Others. This podcast teaches you how to do this.