Tracks for the Journey

Larry Payne
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Tracks for the Journey will improve your well-being with practical insight and inspiration from progressive Christian spirituality, positive psychology, and justice ethics. Your host is Dr. Larry Payne, a minister, chaplain, and counselor with more than 45 years experience helping people with discoveries on their journey of life. He believes well-being is founded on balanced self-awareness, quality relationships, and active spirituality.  Access all the resources of the Network at www.tracksforthejourney.com. https://hopp.bio/tracksforthejourney

  1. "What Are You Afraid to Leave Behind?"

    May 9

    "What Are You Afraid to Leave Behind?"

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. We all know what it feels like to leave behind what's familiar — a home, a role, a comfort zone — and step into something unknown. This episode of Tracks for the Journey, draws on the words of Jesus on the night before the cross — "Come now, let us leave" — to explore why change is so hard, and why it might be exactly what we need. From biblical figures like Abraham, Ruth, and Mary Magdalene, to a personal story of leaving pastoral ministry for hospital chaplaincy, LP unpacks the grief and gift that comes with every departure. And yes — Tim Walz even makes an appearance as a modern-day example of someone who left his comfort zone and changed history. Listening to this episode will help you: Understand why change feels like loss — and find peace with thatRecognize the invitation hidden inside life's dislocations and transitionsFind spiritual grounding when you're being asked to leave behind a place, a past, or a fearSee your own journey reflected in the stories of Scripture and everyday people Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    11 min
  2. What a Billion-Year-Old Rock Taught Me About Worry

    Apr 30

    What a Billion-Year-Old Rock Taught Me About Worry

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Enjoy this warm, imaginative episode of Tracks for the Journey in which I sit in my spring prayer garden and talk with Red — my billion-year-old granite stone. Through this playful yet profound dialogue, I probe Red's geological journey (meteor strikes, ice ages, and all) to offer a surprisingly simple antidote to modern anxiety: stop trying to figure everything out, plant yourself on solid ground, and live fully in the present day. Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    9 min
  3. Danger: You May Lose Your Religious Liberty

    Apr 18

    Danger: You May Lose Your Religious Liberty

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Religious liberty — one of America's most foundational values — is under serious threat, and Texas is where the battle is playing out most visibly. Fueled by the ideology of Christian Nationalism, politicians and public figures have targeted the state's 500,000-plus Muslim residents through discriminatory policies, inflammatory rhetoric, and outright denial of civil rights.  I argue attacks on the freedoms of any faith community is an attack on the freedoms of all — Christian, Jewish, Hindu, and beyond. This episode explains what religious liberty really means, who is threatening it and why, and how ordinary citizens can push back. Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    12 min

  4. Apr 9

    Field Notes: Secret of Science Plus Best Study Bible

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. The secret to material progress has been revealed! It is--Ignorance. Sound crazy? Listen to this edition of Field Notes as I quote the esteemed historian Yuval Harari make the case that we can only learn if we admit that we do not know the answers. Plus, explore the best study Bible I've used in a long time, the New Revised Standard Update Edition. I share why it is worth your small investment to fuel your spiritual development.  Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    9 min
  5. Let's Find God: From Stone Temples to the Soul

    Apr 1

    Let's Find God: From Stone Temples to the Soul

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Explores the evolving history of where God "lives" to  discover a closer, more personal spirituality. Great stone temples and magnificent cathedrals once located the Divine. We need a better place now for our unique journey through the dynamic 21st century world. Here's your guide for merging spirituality with everyday life to improve your spiritual and relational experience. Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    8 min
  6. Irish Courage and the Path to Well-Being

    Mar 17

    Irish Courage and the Path to Well-Being

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Have you ever looked at your family's history as a sacred pilgrimage? Centuries ago, families in my heritage like the Magills and the Junkins fled political unrest and poverty in Scotland and Ireland, undertaking a perilous eight-week ocean voyage to America. They faced incredible unknowns with remarkable courage and determination to build a new life. When we look back at the upheavals of the past—whether it's our ancestors stepping onto foreign soil 300 years ago, or the rough patches in our own modern lives—we can often see how God has carried us through. Just like the Jewish patriarch Jacob, who dreamed of a staircase to Heaven while traveling through a strange land, we can look at our difficult journeys and realize, “Surely the Lord is in this place—and I did not know it!” Call to Action: Ideas to see your own history as a walk with God.  Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    7 min
  7. The Case of The Disappearing Friend

    Mar 11

    The Case of The Disappearing Friend

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re "drifting" from your community or faith, this story proves you aren't alone. Here is a fascinating deep dive into history that ends with a powerful reminder to check in on the people you miss. Just like the mystery of Amelia Earhart, one of Jesus’ inner circle—Simon the Zealot—completely vanished from the pages of history.  From Rebel to Ghost: Simon started as a "Zealot" (potentially a radical political rebel) but after the "spectacular" event of Pentecost, he goes into "radio silence." Gruesome Legends: Did he preach in Britain? Was he sawn in half in Persia? 🪚 Legend says he was martyred in some of the most intense ways imaginable. The "Why" of Disappearing: We all have friends who stop replying to social media or "disappear" from our lives. Usually, it’s not because they don't care—it's just that life, timing, and energy changed. The Search: Just as a shepherd looks for one lost sheep, we’re reminded that it’s never too late to reconnect with old friends or our own faith.  Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    11 min
  8. Why Your Brain Gets "Stuck" and How to Finally Move Forward

    Feb 25

    Why Your Brain Gets "Stuck" and How to Finally Move Forward

    Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Ever feel like a past experience is "stuck," haunting your thoughts no matter how much you talk about it? On this episode of Tracks for the Journey, psychologist Dr. Sharla Boyd explains that trauma isn't a character flaw—it’s a neurological hurdle. What’s inside: Learn how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps the brain "digest" painful memories that have been stuck for years.Understand the "weed" analogy: why we need to stop just mowing over our symptoms and start pulling trauma out by the root.The Benefit: You’ll walk away with a new perspective on your own resilience and a roadmap for how to finally find peace. Listen now! 🎧 Support the show Subscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.com Enjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

    11 min
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Tracks for the Journey will improve your well-being with practical insight and inspiration from progressive Christian spirituality, positive psychology, and justice ethics. Your host is Dr. Larry Payne, a minister, chaplain, and counselor with more than 45 years experience helping people with discoveries on their journey of life. He believes well-being is founded on balanced self-awareness, quality relationships, and active spirituality.  Access all the resources of the Network at www.tracksforthejourney.com. https://hopp.bio/tracksforthejourney

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  • Creator
    Larry Payne
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Clean
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