In part 2 of the "Living with Yourself" video series, Andy Stanley stresses the importance of monitoring one's heart to ensure alignment between one's inner self and outer behavior. He emphasizes that man-made rules are not enough to live a life of integrity and that one must focus on the inner condition of their heart to align themselves with God's will. Stanley also discusses the dangers of ignoring what is going on inside oneself and the importance of tending to one's soul to prevent toxic emotions such as guilt, anger, greed, and jealousy from defiling it. Lastly, he addresses the issues of resentment, greed, and jealousy, suggesting that forgiveness, celebrating others' success, and giving generously are the solutions to these problems.

In this podcast, Andy Stanley emphasizes the importance of attending to the health of our souls and surrendering ourselves to God to safeguard ourselves against the capacity for duplicity that can harm ourselves and our loved ones. He explores the concept of surrendering ourselves to Jesus every single day, declaring dependence and independence from oneself. Stanley argues that by following Jesus, people can close the gap between their self-image and how others perceive them, leading to peace with oneself and a life better lived. He also encourages people to practice daily surrender to sensitize their conscience and be less tolerant of going against who they truly want to be.

You likely have an opinion about Jesus. From celebrities to podcasters to gurus, everyone has thoughts on Jesus. In this series, we’re diving deep into some of the most controversial questions surrounding the life of Jesus and uncovering the truth that lies beneath. We’re creating space for you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find answers for yourself.

You likely have an opinion about Jesus. From celebrities to podcasters to gurus, everyone has thoughts on Jesus. In this series, we’re diving deep into some of the most controversial questions surrounding the life of Jesus and uncovering the truth that lies beneath. We’re creating space for you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find answers for yourself.

You likely have an opinion about Jesus. From celebrities to podcasters to gurus, everyone has thoughts on Jesus. In this series, we’re diving deep into some of the most controversial questions surrounding the life of Jesus and uncovering the truth that lies beneath. We’re creating space for you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find answers for yourself.

You likely have an opinion about Jesus. From celebrities to podcasters to gurus, everyone has thoughts on Jesus. In this series, we’re diving deep into some of the most controversial questions surrounding the life of Jesus and uncovering the truth that lies beneath. We’re creating space for you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find answers for yourself.

Did Jesus really exist? Did he actually rise from the dead? Isn't this all a fairy tale? In this series featuring multiple guest speakers we're creating space for you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find answers for yourself. 

Stuck in a cycle of disappointment? Striving to better yourself but not quite making it? Struggling with success and failure?
 

You’re not alone. Jesus points to something far more meaningful and grounded. The resurrection of Jesus makes way for an expectant life, a hope-filled life, and a life where resurrection can come to dark and dead places.

The sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for you and for me points us to a simple need to respond because it meets you right where you are.  Join us as we reflect on the significance of the unique love Jesus displayed for each one of us.

It happens to many people. You decide to give the Bible a shot. You sit down with a good translation. But how do you get something out of it? And when you start to understand it, how do you experience God? It might surprise you to discover that the key to experiencing God through the Bible is more than what you can read and understand

One of the biggest challenges with the Bible is how to approach it. With so many genres, where do you begin? How do you interpret it accurately? And how do you go from simply reading the Bible to experiencing it? In this message, we’ll show you the overarching story of scripture and how you can leverage it to experience the Bible for yourself.

There are lots of people over the last two thousand years who tried to engage the Bible and gave up. Others are skeptical about whether they can trust the Bible or if it’s just a bunch of made-up stories. However, there are also billions who would say it’s a book that’s changed their life. Why is that? Why do and how do these Christians read the Bible? The answer might surprise you.

Don't miss this BONUS INTERVIEW on the latest on the Ukraine Refugee crisis and how Connexus has partnered with the team on the ground with Partners International Moldova. Lead Pastor Jeff Brodie interviews Sergei Mihailov and Tim Arkell

Most people believe in heaven, and most people believe they’ll end up there. Can we
really know

Most people believe in heaven, and most people believe they’ll end up there. Can we really know?
 
 

The belief that “Good people go to heaven” sounds nice on the surface. But it doesn’t make sense.  Most people believe in heaven, and most people believe they’ll end up there. Can we really know?

In this bonus interview, Sarah Joy Covey of the Covey Wellness Center explores the nature of trauma and how to navigate it in your own life. Listen in for helpful tools and strategies to become stronger in your mental health!

U.S. statistics say that 70% of people will experience a major traumatic event in their lifetime and that 20% will develop PTSD. Sadly, in our broken world, many people experience trauma and aren’t able to process it—and, in turn, they often hurt the people around them. In addition, every day our screens alone bring us to live feeds of events that can be too much for any human being to bear. What does scripture have to say about all of this? How does Jesus want to meet us in our trauma?

What does the medical profession say about the connection between mental health and spirituality? And how do we handle the rising mental health crisis in the lives of the kids we love? This Sunday, we’ll hear from Dr. Rob Meeder, a pediatrician with a focus on mental health. He’ll look at how we can come alongside our kids to support them in this area, and how we can connect our spiritual life to our mental health.

Is anxiety owning your life? What if it didn't have to be that way? Author Jason Cusick shows you how you can triumph over anxiety in your day-to-day life in this bonus interview with Jeff Brodie

We all know someone who is dealing with anxiety—or perhaps you yourself are dealing with it. As we survey the world around us, there are many tools and resources to help, but what about the spiritual side of anxiety? In this message, we’ll look at the practice of peace laid out by the apostle Paul.

Burnout seems to be an epidemic these days. Almost everyone seems overwhelmed, overcommitted and overworked. It’s not just killing us, it’s nowhere close to the way God wants us to live. We’ll look at why burnout is running so rampant, and how to ensure you get out of it and stay out of it. 

What’s the conversation you have in your head with yourself about yourself? Whether it’s on the golf course, at work, at home, or in the car, you can at times find yourself overwhelmed by this internal conversation—and in particular, your inner critic. In this message, we’ll be looking at why your internal conversation is so important, where your inner critic comes from, and what to do about it.

In this podcast Jeff Brodie will dispel myths about mental health and share some of his own personal story.  He’ll also share a framework for how we can handle whatever comes our way by paying attention to our soul.