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Overcoming Challenges Episodes

Join discussions focused on resilience and overcoming adversity, where guests share their personal stories of triumph over trials in various aspects of life.
E153: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living
Aug. 23, 2022

E153: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living

One of the worst things to do with our time is to Worry. Jesus says that it is a wast of time, Matthew 6:27. Yet many people including Christians struggle with worry. In this sermon, I discuss: What's the distinction between ...

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E150: I AM The Good Shepherd
July 22, 2022

E150: I AM The Good Shepherd

In John 10 Jesus said, "I AM the Good Shepherd. 1. Why did Jesus make this statement? 2. What does it mean for His people? John 10 provides us with great promises from our King and Shepherd. Let's sit at the feet of Jesus and...

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E148 (Repost) New York Times Best Selling Author Robert Cheeke on becoming Vegan, Bodybuilding, becoming an author and more.
July 18, 2022

E148 (Repost) New York Times Best Selling Author Robert Cheeke on bec…

I had an absolute blast talking to Robert Cheeke in this episode. You will definitely want to take notes. Below is Robert's Bio. I recently decided to follow a plant based lifestyle. The results I've seen in 40 days have been...

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E147 (Repost) Overcoming Excuses and Taking Care of Ourselves with Melanie Hill
July 11, 2022

E147 (Repost) Overcoming Excuses and Taking Care of Ourselves with Me…

Melanie Hill is a healthcare journalist. She graduated with a bachelor's in journalism and public relations from the University of Arkansas, and has specialized in healthcare PR and media work, interviewing physicians and wri...

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E146 (Repost) The Christian and Depression
July 6, 2022

E146 (Repost) The Christian and Depression

Many suffer from Depression, including Christians. What does the Bible say about depression? How do we respond when depression hits? I believe God has given us the answers in the Bible. Take a listen. --- Send in a voice me...

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139: I Am Third: A Conversation with Brigadier General Ronald E. Jolly Sr on Leadership, Decision Making, Service, and Discipline
May 10, 2022

139: I Am Third: A Conversation with Brigadier General Ronald E. Joll…

I had the wonderful opportunity to speak to Brigadier. General. Ronald E. Jolly Sr. Ron has spent his adult life as an Airman having retired 1-January 2022 with 30 plus years of service. His bio in the Air Force is extensive....

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138: A special mother’s day conversation with my mom (Sharon Lee).
May 7, 2022

138: A special mother’s day conversation with my mom (Sharon Lee).

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms out there! I hope you have a special day and are loved! I hope you are encouraged from this special conversation with my mom. In it, we talk about enjoying life, dating, motherhood, endur...

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S6:E17:My Conversation with Wellness and Lifestyle Coach Kim Stone on Burnout and overcoming it.
March 7, 2022

S6:E17:My Conversation with Wellness and Lifestyle Coach Kim Stone on…

"You shouldn't have to sacrifice your physical and mental wellbeing to have a successful career!" Those are the words of Kim Stone. Kim Stone is a Wellness and Lifestyle Coach who helps busy professionals find ways to have a ...

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S6:E15: Some Unwanted Mail
Feb. 23, 2022

S6:E15: Some Unwanted Mail

A few weeks ago, a number of people in my neighborhood woke up with racist material in ziplock bags in their front yards. Racism is still alive in the hearts of many. I share my thoughts as a Black Man, what the Bible has to ...

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S6:E14: My Conversation with Evangelist Jared Bollman
Feb. 21, 2022

S6:E14: My Conversation with Evangelist Jared Bollman

I had a great time talking with my friend Jared Bollman. We discuss his new Podcast called, "Man Up." Be sure you subscribe to it. In this episode we talk a lot about what it means to be a man, fatherhood, life lessons we've ...

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S6:E13: The Language of Love
Feb. 14, 2022

S6:E13: The Language of Love

Happy Valentines Day! Love is in the air! But, what about tomorrow? And the next day? In this episode, I share 5 things every wife needs to hear from her husband, and five things every husband needs to hear from her wife! Wor...

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S6:E11: My Conversation with Melanie Hill
Jan. 31, 2022

S6:E11: My Conversation with Melanie Hill

Melanie Hill is a healthcare journalist. She graduated with a bachelor's in journalism and public relations from the University of Arkansas, and has specialized in healthcare PR and media work, interviewing physicians and wri...

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S6:E7: One Better Than Nothing
Jan. 5, 2022

S6:E7: One Better Than Nothing

We’re taking a quick break from our Life Beyond the Scale Reading. I read an article that really caught my attention today from a member of my fitness group on Facebook. This is where these thoughts came from. One Better than...

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S6: E6: Life Beyond The Scale Chapter 5: "You have HCM."
Jan. 3, 2022

S6: E6: Life Beyond The Scale Chapter 5: "You have HCM."

Happy New Year! I hope you are off to a great New Year! The best is yet to come. As we move into a New Year, it's important to have an optimistic mindset. Let's get after it. In this episode, I share with you the period in my...

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S6:E4: Life Beyond the Scale Chapter 3: A Cup of Coffee That Changed My Life
Dec. 29, 2021

S6:E4: Life Beyond the Scale Chapter 3: A Cup of Coffee That Changed …

In this episode, I read to your Chapter 3 of my book, "Life Beyond the Scale." If you haven't had the opportunity to listen to the previous chapters, go back and check them out! It's interesting how a meeting, a conversation,...

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S6:E3: Life Beyond the Scale Chapter 2: Live and Learn or Learn and Live?
Dec. 27, 2021

S6:E3: Life Beyond the Scale Chapter 2: Live and Learn or Learn and L…

In this Chapter, I discuss some of the family dynamics in my upbringing. Growing up, my father was not around that much. When I look back, I can see the huge gaping hole it left in me and the family. Dads, we need to be in th...

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S6:E2: Life Beyond the Scale: Chapter One: “My Love Affair with Exercise.”
Dec. 22, 2021

S6:E2: Life Beyond the Scale: Chapter One: “My Love Affair with Exerc…

This episode I read to you chapter one from my book Life Beyond the Scale! I discuss my love affair with exercise! Is a gift we can enjoy everyday! Be sure to get yours in today!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor:...

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S5: E18: Who Do You Fear: God Almighty or The Algorithm's?
Nov. 19, 2021

S5: E18: Who Do You Fear: God Almighty or The Algorithm's?

Sometimes people say, "I have to figure out the right algorithm for such and such social media platform!" People study the algorithm's, they will tailor their posts, what they say, how they say what they say, for the purpose ...

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S5:E17: The Christian and Depression
Nov. 17, 2021

S5:E17: The Christian and Depression

In this episode, I talk about the Christian and Depression. I discuss:1. Defining Depression. 2. Examining the life of Elijah from 1 Kings 19, and the experience he had with depression. 3. A Biblical perspective with respe...

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S5:E16: How To Find Your Best Career
Nov. 15, 2021

S5:E16: How To Find Your Best Career

Everyone wants their dream career! Is it possible to really find your dream job or career? Some say "Yes" and some say "No!"How does one go about identifying work that will be suitable for them? How can one put themselves i...

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S5E8: Tips to help overcome being a people pleaser.
Oct. 8, 2021

S5E8: Tips to help overcome being a people pleaser.

“No, but thank you!” What a powerful statement. I heard this on another podcast. It’s something good to remember when saying no. If you’re struggled being a people pleaser, then check it this episode! I share some valuable ti...

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S5:E7: Will you listen to this woman?
Oct. 7, 2021

S5:E7: Will you listen to this woman?

In our family devos we’ve been discussing and reading the book of Proverbs. We read Proverbs 31 and had a great discussion as we listened to instructions from King Lemuel’s mother.--- This episode is sponsored by · Ancho...

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S5:E6 You don’t have to do it all
Oct. 6, 2021

S5:E6 You don’t have to do it all

Too often we approach line with an all or nothing mindset. While that can be good at times, it can also turn into a trap. Take a listen as I share a better approach to facing our day to day tasks. --- This episode is spon...

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S4E3: Taking a moment to sharpen the saw.
July 20, 2021

S4E3: Taking a moment to sharpen the saw.

In life, it’s good to take a break for rest and recovery. I will be taking a break from creating new episodes from now until the end of August. Thank you so much for your support. Lord willing, new episodes will begin Monday ...

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