Turn2Wisdom

Brian McCarthy

Turn2Wisdom is a powerful podcast sharing real stories of redemption, leadership, and faith in action. Hosted by a former national charity CEO and retired police officer; who came to Christ after being baptised by a man he once sent to prison. This series explores the lives of people transforming communities across the UK and beyond. Expect inspiration, bold faith, and practical wisdom for living a life of impact. From prison to platform, burnout to breakthrough, and housewife to healer of lives and communities—these are the voices shaping a better world.

  1. Wisdom Compass Episode 6 - Likely Consequences - I Finally Learned the Question That Will Change Every Decision

    19 GIỜ TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 6 - Likely Consequences - I Finally Learned the Question That Will Change Every Decision

    What if the biggest moments of your life…weren’t actually the big moments at all?What if your future is being shaped right now—in the small, quiet, almost invisible decisionsyou barely even notice?Every click.Every reaction.Every compromise.Every act of love.They don’t just pass through time…They point your life somewhere.And here’s the question most people never stop to ask:“Where is this taking me?”Because wisdom isn’t about“Can I get away with this?”It’s about direction.WisdomConsequences.In this final part of the Wisdom Compass, we explore the one question that has the power to: • Change your decisions • Redirect your future • Impact generations beyond your sightThis isn’t theory.This is lived experience—from real conversations, real people, and real turning points that changed lives forever.From a single conversation that led a man to university…To one moment of being truly heard that transformed fear into purpose…You’ll see how small choices create massive ripples—for better… or worse.And here’s the truth most people learn too late:Small choices rarely stay small.⸻⚖️ Before your next decision, ask: 1. Is this loving towards God? 2. Is this loving towards myself? 3. Is this loving towards others? 4. What does Scripture say? 5. What are the likely consequences?Because your life isn’t built in one moment…It’s built choice by choice.00:00 The Life You Can’t Explain 00:34 The Hidden Power of Small Choices01:15 Why Most People Miss This01:30 The Question That Changes Everything02:35 “Why Not You?”04:20 A Conversation That Changed a Life05:00 The Ripple Effect of Kindness06:20 When Listening Changes Everything07:00 The Danger of “Getting Away With It”07:20 Small Choices That Destroy Lives07:50 The 5 Wisdom Compass Questions08:30 Your Life Is Heading Somewhere10:15 Final Blessing & Sending⸻If this helped you, share it with someone who’s at a crossroads.🧭 This is part of the Wisdom Compass SeriesWatch the full journey here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6fCX7SRjV5FRLHi2Fw-7XIC-Pl-FoAnX ⸻🙏 May you walk in wisdom, peace, and purpose.

    11 phút
  2. Wisdom Compass Episode 5 - Scripture If You Want God to Speak, Start Here

    19 GIỜ TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 5 - Scripture If You Want God to Speak, Start Here

    When life gets loud, we don’t need more noise — we need wisdom.And one of the most powerful voices in your life may be the one you’ve been overlooking.Have you ever wished God would just speak clearly?Not in a vague, distant, religious way…but in the middle of your real life — your anxiety, your questions, your pain, your decisions, your longing for direction.Because most people don’t need more noise.They need wisdom.They need a voice they can trust.And what if one of the most powerful voices in your life…has been closer than you think all along?In this video, we explore why Scripture is not just an old religious book to be studied from a distance — but a living place of encounter that can steady you, challenge you, comfort you, and draw you closer to the heart of God.If you’ve ever: • struggled to connect with the Bible, • wondered whether God still speaks today, • felt spiritually dry, • or needed peace in the middle of pressure…this video is for you.We’ll also look at a simple way of engaging with Scripture called Lectio Divina — a slower, more personal approach that helps move the Bible from information… to transformation.Because the Bible is not just about knowing about God.It’s about learning to walk with Him.If this helps you, consider sharing it with someone who may need to hear from God right now.Wisdom is closer than you think.00:04 Most Powerful Voice00:34 Scripture Brings00:52 Scripture in Practice01:25 Mother Teresa Quote02:18 The Bible Isn't02:45 The Bible Still Speaks03:15 Bible Reveals the Heart of God03:35 Lectio Divina04:20 The Lord is MY Shepherd04:53 Scripture feels alive05:05 Living Words05:50 Not Just About God06:07 God's Contact List06:28 Feeling Anxious?07:00 When Life Hurts07:49 God Still Speaks08:05 Final Thoughts#WisdomCompass #Scripture #HearingGod #ChristianEncouragement #BibleStudy #FaithJourney #LectioDivina #ChristianYouTube #GodStillSpeaks #spiritualgrowth What do you do when you need direction…but heaven feels quiet?When life is loud, painful, confusing, or anxious, most of us go looking for answers somewhere.We scroll.We distract.We overthink.We ask everyone else what they think.But what if the voice you need most…is the one you’ve learned to overlook?In this video, we talk about why Scripture still matters — not as dry religion, not as dead words on a page, but as something living, personal, and deeply relevant to real life.Because the Bible doesn’t just give rules.It reveals the heart of God.And sometimes, the very words you’ve read before…become the words that read you.If you’ve ever opened the Bible and felt nothing…if you’ve ever wondered whether God still speaks…if you’ve ever needed comfort, clarity, or peace…start here.This is part of the Wisdom Compass series — helping us find true direction in a noisy world.If this video encourages you, share it with someone who may need strength, hope, or a reminder that God has not gone silent.#WisdomCompass #Bible #Scripture #Faith #ChristianEncouragement #GodStillSpeaks #Hope #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLife #Truth

    9 phút
  3. Wisdom Compass Episode 4 - Love Others - Why Some People Are So Hard to Love (And What To Do About It)

    20 GIỜ TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 4 - Love Others - Why Some People Are So Hard to Love (And What To Do About It)

    Some people are easy to love. Some people are… a full-time puzzle.This video may help you understand why.And if we’re honest, a lot of relationship pain doesn’t come from a lack of love — it comes from a lack of understanding.In this video, we explore why loving others well takes more than good intentions. It takes wisdom, empathy, patience, forgiveness, boundaries, and the ability to truly understand how people are wired.Because not everyone hears love the same way.Not everyone carries life the same way.And not everyone responds to pressure, pain, or communication in the same way.Inside this video, we unpack:• why relationships become harder when we don’t understand people• the “vehicle” framework for recognising different character and communication styles• why listening is one of the greatest acts of love• how empathy helps people feel safe, seen, and understood• why forgiveness matters — and why forgiveness is not the same as trust• how the Compass of Life: Love Tool can help you love others with more wisdom and peaceIf you’ve ever found yourself asking:“Why is this person so hard to love?”or“Why do I keep misunderstanding people?”…this may help.🧭 Try the tools below:🚗 Vehicle Quizhttps://app.youform.com/forms/mrnfwli8 ❤️ Compass of Life – Love Toolhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1PHXSBir1wklP_m0UjqHO6fSuJThrEHWy/view?usp=share_linkThese are designed to help you better understand:• how you’re wired• how others may be wired• what different people may need most• and how to love with more wisdom, clarity, and graceIf this video helps, feel free to subscribe and share it with someone who may need it. Remember to catch the next Episode - Importance of Scripture#Relationships #EmotionalIntelligence #ChristianWisdom #Forgiveness #Communication #Empathy #FaithAndLife #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #loveothers #loveothersasyourself

    13 phút
  4. Wisdom Compass Episode 3 - Love Yourself - Why You're Running on Empty (And It's Affecting the People You Love)

    20 GIỜ TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 3 - Love Yourself - Why You're Running on Empty (And It's Affecting the People You Love)

    Wisdom Compass Episode 3 - Love YourselfWhat if the reason you feel tired, flat, emotionally thin, or “not quite yourself”… isn’t because you’re failing — but because you’re trying to love well while running on empty?A lot of people think loving yourself is selfish.But the truth is, what you refuse to maintain, other people eventually have to endure.In this video, we explore why loving yourself wisely isn’t vanity, ego, or putting yourself first — it’s stewardship.Because when your tank is empty…your patience gets thinner,your peace gets shakier,your reactions get quicker,and the people you love often feel it first.This video is for anyone who has been: • exhausted • overloaded • emotionally stretched • spiritually dry • or quietly running on fumesInside this video, we explore: • why loving yourself matters more than most people realise • the difference between exhaustion and depletion • how wise maintenance protects your peace • why even Jesus made space to rest, withdraw, and refuel • how to start checking your levels before something breaksFREE TOOLS BELOW:If you want to go deeper, I’ve linked 2 free tools below to help you reflect and reset:🚌 What Kind of Vehicle Are You? (Free Quiz) 🏎️Discover how you’re wired and what wise maintenance may look like for you. (Inspired by Carl Jung's research and theories - just for fun)🧭 The Compass of Life – Check Your Levels: Free Wise Maintenance Tool 🧭A practical self-check to help you notice what’s low, refill wisely, and take one small next step.Links:https://app.youform.com/forms/mrnfwli8https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KzWx9IyEJUeG80fTylRPRLgIXOzCYt_Q/view?usp=share_linkIf this helped you, feel free to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s been carrying a lot lately.And if this spoke to you, I’d love to know:What’s one area of your life that might be running low right now?Pinned Comment If this video resonated with you, here’s the honest question:What area of your life might be running low right now?Also — I’ve linked 2 free tools below to help you reflect and reset:🚌 What Kind of Vehicle Are You? https://app.youform.com/forms/mrnfwli8 🏎️🧭 Check Your Levels: Free Wise Maintenance Tool https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KzWx9IyEJUeG80fTylRPRLgIXOzCYt_Q/view?usp=share_linkSometimes the problem isn’t that you’re failing.Sometimes you’re just running on empty.👇 Let me know what landed with you most.Watch the next Episode - How to Love Others Well00:04 Consequences of Not Loving Yourself01:00 The Most Spiritual Thing You Can Do01:32 Depletion Vs Exhaustion02:05 The Wellspring of Love02:20 Personal Testimony02:47 Peace in the Storm03:22 Loving Yourself is Essential 03:37 If You Were a Vehicle04:02 Compass of Life04:18 Love is...04:42 What Kind of Vehicle Are You?05:28 Vehicle Maintenance05:46 Jesus Rested06:10 Movement Relieves Stress06:23 NHS Guidelines Live Well Longer07:00 Check your Levels07:17 Read The Signs07:42 Check Your Oil08:03 Wise Maintenance Tool09:38 Do It as a Group10:00 You Are Unique10:16 Final Thoughts#LoveYourself #ChristianMotivation #BurnoutRecovery #EmotionalHealth #FaithAndMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #WiseLiving #ChristianYouTube #PersonalGrowth #restandrecovery

    11 phút
  5. Wisdom Compass Episode 2 - How Do you Actually Love God?

    1 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 2 - How Do you Actually Love God?

    How do you actually love God… in real life?Not religion. Not performance. Real relationship.Most people think they need to get their life together first.But what if loving God is simpler than that… and more personal than you’ve been told?In this video, you’ll discover: • Why God is already reaching out to you • What it really means to respond • How love becomes direction, not just emotionThis is part of the Wisdom Compass series — a simple framework to help you make better decisions, live with clarity, and walk in your purpose.🧭 Try the Compass of Life (Love) Tool:Measure where you are… and take your next stephttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1PHXSBir1wklP_m0UjqHO6fSuJThrEHWy/view?usp=share_linkThis simple exercise helps you: • See your life clearly • Identify your growth areas • Take one practical step this weekWatch the next Video: Love Yourself (This Changes Everything)If you don’t get this right… everything else feels harder than it needs to be.If this helped you, like & subscribe — it helps more people discover this message.00:04 How Do You Actually Love God?00:45 How Do I Respond?01:00 Real Love is Built On...01:15 What We Really Want!01:40 Love Listens02:30 Scripture Reveals God's Heart03:45 Wisdom Compass04:09 1 Corinthians 13 - Love is...04:50 So, How Do We Love Him?05:06 Real People05:39 Testimony of a Miracle07:00 Pray for Resurrection!07:41 Life Restored!08:15 Your Beloved is at the Door08:50 Waiting, Abiding and Journalling09:35 You Are Patient, You Are Kind?10:10 Sow a Thought10:38 Compass of Life11:00 New Life11:20 Invite Him In#Faith #Christianity #PersonalGrowth #Purpose #God #SelfImprovement #Mindset

    12 phút
  6. Wisdom Compass Episode 1 - What Attracts God?

    1 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    Wisdom Compass Episode 1 - What Attracts God?

    What if everything you’ve believed about God is backwards?Most people think they need to fix themselves first.Be better. Try harder. Get their life together… then maybe God will be interested.But what if that’s not true?In this video, I share a simple but powerful truth:God isn’t attracted to perfection… He’s attracted to a humble, listening heart.This is the starting point of the Wisdom Compass — a journey to help you make wiser decisions, find direction, and discover purpose. Whether you’re exploring faith, quietly searching for meaning, or just trying to make better choices in life… this is for you.00:05 – The question most people get wrong00:25 – God is knocking on your life00:40 – The Light of the World00:55 – What if this isn't a coincidence?01:05 – Testimony of a date with destiny01:38 – Baptised by the man I sent to prison01:55 – The Truth That Changes Everything02:40 – Amazing people living by faith02:50 – Wisdom is available to everyone who seeks it02:53 – Judgment Day Scenario03:07 – The Truth03:20 – A Simple Way to Start Today03:35 – The Wisdom Compass04:05 – The Power of Gratitude04:20 – Tend your own garden and be amazed!04:20 – The heart of wisdom05:00 – An Invitation (No Pressure)05:20 – What Comes Next…⸻Start Here:Take a moment today and ask yourself:What am I grateful for right now?Gratitude opens something deeper than we realise.And if you’re open to it… find one thing you can thank God for.. one that's all.Just say: “God, if you’re there… I’m listening. Thank you for....”For an even more powerful experience:Think of 3 things you can thank God for every night before you go to sleep and every morning you wake up for a month and be amazed. Try and think of something new each time.Journalling these things and reviewing them at the end of the month will make you start to realise just how blessed you are and it will also change your mindset to find the positives. If you dare...⸻Join the ConversationDrop a comment below: What’s one thing you’re grateful for today?⸻FREE RESOURCE https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KzWx9IyEJUeG80fTylRPRLgIXOzCYt_Q/viewI’m creating free Wisdom Compass resources, which I will attach to the following videos to help you begin this journey. Including a downloadable Wisdom Compass and a Compass of Life assessment chart, which you can use to find your areas of development, and plan tiny pearls of wisdom that will grow your wisdom to the next level. Subscribe so you don’t miss them.⸻NEXT STEP (Don’t Stop Here)This is just the beginning.Listen to the next Episode - Wisdom Compass Episode 2 - How do you Actually Love God?⸻If this helped you: • Like 👍 • Subscribe for the journey • Share it with someone who’s searching----------Keywords/ Tags related to this videoPrimary: • what attracts God • how to find God • does God care about me • how to hear God • faith for beginners • exploring ChristianitySecondary: • gratitude and faith • purpose and direction • how to change your life • spiritual journey • wisdom for life decisions • Christian motivationSeries / Branding: • wisdom compass • finding direction in life • making wise choices

    6 phút
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    Episode 14 - Martyn's Law is Coming: What every Church and Place of Worship needs to know

    If you lead or volunteer in a church, mosque, synagogue or temple, this conversation about Martyn’s Law could help you prepare for changes coming to places of worship across the UK.In this episode, Brian McCarthy speaks with Nicky from the Community Security Trust about the upcoming Martyn’s Law and what it will mean for churches, mosques, synagogues, temples and community faith spaces across the UK.Together they explore practical, realistic ways leaders can protect their congregations without losing the welcoming heart of their communities.Inside this conversation you’ll discover:• What Martyn’s Law will require from places of worship• Simple steps that dramatically improve safety• Why security training is becoming essential for volunteers• How small communication changes can improve protection• Why community cohesion is one of the strongest safety tools we haveAs Nicky explains:“We have far more in common than ever divides us.”This conversation is designed to support, encourage and empower faith communities so they can remain open, welcoming and prepared.If you lead or volunteer in a place of worship, this episode will help you start thinking about practical next steps today.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:15 Overview of Community Security Trust (CST)02:12 The SAFE Program and Its Impact03:37 Building Community Cohesion and Security Awareness04:48 The Importance of Security Training and Preparedness05:50 Security-Minded Communication Strategies08:20 Understanding Martyn's Law and Its Requirements09:44 Key Components of Martyn's Law for Places of Worship12:06 Implementing Public Protection Procedures13:34 Exceeding Legal Requirements for Enhanced Security16:02 Access Control and Community Engagement17:13 Resources and Training Opportunities19:11 Cost and Practicality of Security Measures20:29 Community Cohesion and Interfaith Collaboration21:24 Final Advice and Closing RemarksCommunity Security Trust (CST) - https://cst.org.uk/SAFE Program by CST - https://safe.cst.org.uk/Bitly - Safe Zoom Hub - https://bit.ly/SAFEZoomHubSAFE Programme Report 2024: https://bit.ly/SAFEreport2024Protect UK Website - https://www.protectuk.police.uk/Martyn's Law and Protect Duty - https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/protect-duty

    23 phút
  8. 02/11/2025

    Episode 13 - Rob Parsons OBE - A Knock at the Door

    An interview with an amazing storyteller and just a genuine human being who has helped millions of people to find peace in the storms of life. Listen and be encouraged! God has individual plans for you. Even if people who should know better make you believe you are rubbish. The game isn't over. They are only setting the stage for you to be used by God to shake the world.Rob Parsons OBE kindly shares with Turn2Wisdom regarding his heart warming book "A Knock at the Door" and gives an insight into his faith as well as describing the background to his current tour - An evening with Rob Parsons. God called Rob to be a lawyer after coming 34th out of 34 in a class. School couldn't see his potential, but a humble man in a Welsh village Gospel Hall told Rob he was a public speaker and taught him to take his first steps in storytelling. Later on Rob taught thousands of lawyers and was even flown in Concorde to New York to deliver training!After this Rob created Care for the Family out of 'The Struggler's Group' and his 30 books and numerous courses and videos have touched countless thousands if not millions of lives to be better parents, spouses, and communicator's, who can ride the waves life throws.This may not be God's plans for you - He has an individual plan for each of us - to call out the gold and the gifts He has hidden insode each of us. Listen and be inspired to become who you were made to be.Turn to wisdom. It is better than gold.

    22 phút

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Turn2Wisdom is a powerful podcast sharing real stories of redemption, leadership, and faith in action. Hosted by a former national charity CEO and retired police officer; who came to Christ after being baptised by a man he once sent to prison. This series explores the lives of people transforming communities across the UK and beyond. Expect inspiration, bold faith, and practical wisdom for living a life of impact. From prison to platform, burnout to breakthrough, and housewife to healer of lives and communities—these are the voices shaping a better world.