Paying Ridiculous Attention to Jesus

In the midst of chaotic and busy days, we often don’t become grateful until we are in moments of desperation. How can we start to use the transformational power of gratefulness in our everyday lives? And how can that help us gain spiritual grit? Join Rick in the last episode of our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself. (Hint: It’s not by trying harder to get better.) This week we’ll dive into Luke 17, where an encounter Jesus has with 10 desperate men demonstrates the rewards that come from a grateful heart. Have you joined the Pigs? We’re a group of friends ready to go all-in with Jesus—to live a life that’s “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here: www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: The Jesus-Centered Bible: www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ Help! How Do I Know God’s Will? by Mikal Keefer https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/help-know-gods-will/ Help! How Do I Read the Bible? by Mikal Keefer https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/help-read-bible/ Help! How Do I Pray? by Mikal Keefer https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/help-how-do-i-pray/ Spiritual Grit: A Journey Into Endurance. Character. Confidence. Hope. by Rick Lawrence www.mylifetree.com/shop/spiritual-grit/ Growing Spiritual Grit: 52 Personal Devotions by Mikal Keefer https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-52-personal-devotions/ Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers: 40 Devotions by Mikal Keefer https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers-40-devotions/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence: www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ “After the Last Tear Falls” by Andrew Peterson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GiPb6gwuPQ

We have all experienced the feeling of being an outsider along with the want to be invited in. What is it that draws us to be an insider? What’s the appeal? And how can becoming an insider have a transformational impact in our lives? Join Rick and Becky as they continue our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). This week we’ll look at Luke 19 and John 4, where Jesus has two different encounters that are tied together by the transformational power of being invited in. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: The Jesus-Centered Bible: www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ Center Your Life on Jesus: https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/jesus-centered-devotions-center-life-jesus/ Drawn-In: A Perfectly Messy Way to Experience Jesus https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/drawn-in/ Growing Spiritual Grit: 52 Personal Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-52-personal-devotions/ Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers: 40 Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers-40-devotions/ Spiritual Grit: www.mylifetree.com/shop/spiritual-grit/ We: Outrageously Committed to My Marriage https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/we-outrageously-committed-to-my-marriage/ The Jesus Interruption https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-interruption/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence: www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ More Than Me Movement: https://morethanme.com/

Some think the key to happiness lies in going to the right school to get the right degree so they can get the right job. Head first. However, could this way of thinking be backwards? Is finding and living out our core purpose in life what helps us experience the most happiness? Jesus had a clear opinion on the issue, and it started with elevating the heart over the head. Join Rick as he continues our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). This week we’ll look at some Bible-based examples and two different films as we explore the role trust plays in our spiritual transformation. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: The Jesus-Centered Bible: www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence: www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Spiritual Grit: www.mylifetree.com/shop/spiritual-grit/ Growing Spiritual Grit: 52 Personal Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-52-personal-devotions/ Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers: 40 Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers-40-devotions/ Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash

Brutal honesty tends to get a bad rap, but is it as negative as we make it out to be? In fact, when used properly, could brutal honesty be a transformational portal for growth in our lives? Join Rick and Becky as they continue our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). Turning to the Bible, they’ll discuss the difference between ‘brutal’ and ‘destructive’ honesty by diving into a sampling of encounters where Jesus used honesty to leverage transformation with those affected. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit: https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/spiritual-grit/ Growing Spiritual Grit: 52 Personal Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-52-personal-devotions/ Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers: 40 Devotions https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers-40-devotions/ The Jesus-Centered Bible-: https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/

We’ve all experienced times where things don’t go as planned, and as a result, we’re left confused, hurting and maybe even angry. When these moments of desperation and pain occur, what does it look like to show vulnerability to Jesus while choosing to trust Him? Join Rick as he continues our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). Turning to the Bible, we’ll dive into Acts 9 and discuss how literally getting knocked off a donkey radically transformed Saul. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S Lewis - https://www.amazon.com/Voyage-Dawn-Treader-Chronicles-Narnia/dp/0064405028

Whether they bring great delight, or great pain, friendships have a transformational impact on our lives. When we look at our own friendships, what role can they play in deepening our commitment to Jesus? Join Rick and Becky as they continue our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). Turning to the Bible, we’ll dive into Mark 2 and discuss the role friendship took in a paralyzed man’s life. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Lead by Brené Brown - https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms/dp/1592408419 “Are American Friendships Superficial?” - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/looking-in-the-cultural-mirror/201009/are-american-friendships-superficial “The Average American Has Only One Close Friend” - https://www.businessinsider.com/emma-seppala-the-average-american-has-only-one-close-friend-2017-7 Artis – College, Life, Career - https://www.artiscollege.com/

We eat food every single day, but how often do we pause and think about how essential it is to our well-being? And If you are what you eat, what connections can we make to when Jesus says He wants us to “eat and drink Him?” Join Rick as he continues our two-month pursuit of what it takes to become a “new” version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). Turning to the Bible, we’ll dive into Rick’s favorite chapter, John 6, and discuss the meaning behind a puzzling metaphor from Jesus. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Planner 2019- https://www.mylifetree.com/shop/jesus-centered-planner-2019/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life Who Is This Man? by John Ortberg - https://www.amazon.com/Who-This-Man-Unpredictable-Inescapable/dp/0310275946 Group U Online Ministry Training- https://www.group.com/category/training-and-events/online.do

Whether it be a small rumor or a major misconception – we have faced a wrongful accusation against us. Even when it’s false, we begin to question how we portray ourselves and how the world see’s us. What can we learn from Paul’s method of defending himself, and why is it the very message we need at the start of a new year? Join Rick and guest Becky (the Beckynator) Herrington as they kick of season 4 by discussing what it takes to become a better version of yourself (Hint- It’s not by trying harder to get better). Turning to the Bible, we’ll dive into 2 Corinthians 11 and 12 where Paul chooses to lay his reputation in God’s hands. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Planner 2019- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1470750430/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1470750430&linkCode=as2&tag=grouppub02-20&linkId=ac025ca4c66fa67d43dfcdb71f080da2 The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life Join Becky in Boise, Seattle and Dallas this Spring at https://morethanme.com/ Note: Becky is not a paid affiliate of More than Me, simply believes Women are better together and the power of our stories. Work with Becky https://beckyherringtonmarketing.com/

2019 is here and if you're like many, you’ll wake up tomorrow determined to change your life. You’ll buy a new planner, dust off your bucket list, set career goals, and possibly spend $500 at the local health store to start a new diet. Join us as we say goodbye to 2018 by revisiting one of our favorite episodes of the year. In the program, we’ll introduce the concept of grit—aka the courage, strength, and discipline to do tough things. We'll challenge what culture says about resetting your life and pay ridiculous attention to stories where Jesus reset people. Then, we’ll share from Rick's new book, 'Spiritual Grit.' Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life

What is Advent? Is it in the Bible? How do church traditions during Advent season relate to the calendar full of treats we open every day leading to Christmas? Join us as we continue a month long focus on the heart of advent by revisiting one of our most popular programs from Season 2. During the episode Rick and Becky will look at the traditions of Advent and relate them back to the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Then, they’ll ZOOM in on the principles of Advent to help you pay ridiculous attention to Jesus this Christmas season. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Jesus-Centered Advent Challenge (on Instagram)- www.instagram.com/ajesuslife/?hl=en Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753221-help-how-do-i-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753245-help-how-do-i-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753

Trials, pain, and sadness are very real things in this world, often rearing their ugly head during the advent season. As we face the issues brought about by these ‘challenges,’ Jesus makes us a vaguely positive promise that he has ‘overcome the world.’ What does this mean exactly, and how can it bring new hope and light to your Christmas season? Join Rick and Steph as they wrap up a month-long pursuit of the heart of advent by jumping into this ‘mud puddle’ statement found in John 16. Diving in, we’ll examine how Jesus’ promise to have ‘overcome the world’ connects directly with his birth in Bethlehem. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Jesus-Centered Advent Challenge (on Instagram)- www.instagram.com/ajesuslife/?hl=en Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-Didnt-Think-Possible/dp/1470728273/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545234909&sr=8-2&keywords=jesus+centered+life Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753221-help-how-do-i-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753245-help-how-do-i-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753207-help-how-do-i-pray.do

Christmas music on the radio, movies on television, lights on houses, and delicious cookies baking in the oven. These have commonly become the sights, sounds, and smells of this season; but are they distracting us from the true meaning of Advent? Join Rick as he continues a month-long pursuit of the heart of advent by examining how Christmas traditions (the medium) can help, or hinder our celebration of the beauty of Jesus (the message) highlighted during this time. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related Resources: Jesus-Centered Advent Challenge (on Instagram)- www.instagram.com/ajesuslife/?hl=en Spiritual Grit- https://www.group.com/product/9781470750893-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753382-growing-spiritual-grit.do Growing Spiritual Grit for Teenagers Devo- https://www.group.com/product/9781470753375-growing-spiritual-grit-for-teenagers.do The Jesus-Centered Bible- https://www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Li…sus+Centered+Life Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…p-how-do-i-pray.do

Christmas is a supposed to be a season full of peace and good will as we celebrate the savior’s physical arrival into this world. So why instead are we often bombarded with feelings of pressure and extreme stress? We know Advent’s not supposed to be this way, but how do we change it? Join Rick and Steph as they kick off a month-long pursuit of the heart of Advent while seeking to draw near to Jesus. Searching for relief from Christmas stress, we’ll examine three examples of how Jesus responded to people facing stressful situations. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: Jesus-Centered Advent Challenge (on Instagram)- https://www.instagram.com/ajesuslife/?hl=en Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- www.group.com/product/1210000307…cList=&ecCategory= The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Li…sus+Centered+Life Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…p-how-do-i-pray.do Hundred Dollar Holiday by Bill McKibben- https://www.amazon.com/Hundred-Dollar-Holiday-Joyful-Christmas/dp/1476754799 Chasing Slow by Erin Lockner- https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Slow-Courage-Journey-Beaten/dp/0310345677/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1544023235&sr=1-1&keywords=chasing+slow+erin+loechner The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Worship is designed to be a natural outflow of our reverence, adoration and exaltation of God. It’s our expression of mirroring back the truths we undoubtedly know about Jesus while showcasing our pure affection for Him. So why has people’s idea of worship frequently been reduced to singing some songs and listening to someone teach? Join Rick as he wraps up a month-long series on reinventing basic elements of our faith. Focusing on what it means to worship, we’ll slow down and pay attention to Jesus’ closest friendships in the Bible and examine how worship naturally flows as a byproduct of relationships. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- www.group.com/product/1210000307…cList=&ecCategory= The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence - https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Centered-Life-didnt-think-possible-ebook/dp/B01C9KZXUK/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1543535537&sr=1-1&keywords=The+Jesus+Centered+Life Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - www.group.com/product/9781470753…p-how-do-i-pray.do Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldredge- https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Outlaw-Experiencing-Extravagant-Personality-ebook/dp/B005VEB6P8 Jesus Mean and Wild by Mark Galli- https://www.amazon.com/Jesus- Mean-Wild-Unexpected-Untamable-ebook/dp/B00B85433G/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1543535466&sr=1-1&keywords=Jesus+Mean Who Is This Man? - https://www.amazon.com/Who-This-Man-Unpredictable-Inescapable-ebook/dp/B007JK5EW8/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1543535496&sr=1-1&keywords=who+is+this+man+john+ortberg The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

A sense of humor. It can help make a good situation even better, and a difficult situation bearable. Could it also be a crucial element for a developing relationship with Jesus? Join Rick and very special guest Tommy Woodard (one half of the Skit Guys) as we continue a month long series focusing on examinging the basics of our faith. Taking a few minutes to laugh a little, we’ll slow down and explore God’s purpose for humor, including if it should be a spiritual discipline. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: The Skit Guys- https://skitguys.com/ Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- www.group.com/product/1210000307…cList=&ecCategory= Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753221-help-how-do-i-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753245-help-how-do-i-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753207-help-how-do-i-pray.do The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Impatience. Restlessness. Feelings of shallowness. Emotional instability. These are just a few of the potentially destructive symptoms of living reactively. There is a known cure however, and it starts with a little bit of silence. Join Rick as he continues a month long series designed to upend expected spiritual norms by reimaging the basics of our faith. Focusing on the healing power of silence, we’ll slow down and pay attention to Matthew 14 where Jesus uses a time of personal retreat to rest and regroup. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: Rick’s Guide to Personal Retreats- https://www.mylifetree.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/your-guide-to-a-personal-retreat.pdf (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- www.group.com/product/1210000307…cList=&ecCategory= Jesus-Centered Practical Guides by Mikal Keefer - How Do I Read The Bible? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753221-help-how-do-i-read-the-bible.do - How Do I Know God’s Will? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753245-help-how-do-i-know-gods-will.do - How Do I Pray? - https://www.group.com/product/9781470753207-help-how-do-i-pray.do The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Contemporary Christian music is positive, uplifting, and full of songs talking about prayer and purpose. It’s populated by music referencing joy, peace, and God, so there couldn’t possibly be a negative consequence to listening to it… right? Join Rick and Steph as they kick-off a month long series on reinventing the basics of our faith. They’ll start by discussing how the music we listen to, including contemporary Christian music can positively or negatively impact our relationship with Jesus. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= Good To Great by Jim Collins- https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others-ebook/dp/B0058DRUV6 The Marriage Chant by Greg Brown- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lZB7PNGlVw The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

“One way to define spiritual life is getting so tired and fed up with yourself you go on to something better, which is following Jesus.” – Eugene Peterson Join Rick as he pays tribute to Eugene Peterson by revisiting an interview with the beloved pastor and author from our first season. During this very special conversation Rick and Eugene discuss technology, observing the Sabbath, megachurches and even Eugene’s experience at a U2 concert. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Message Ministry Edition: The Bible in Contemporary Language by Eugene Peterson - https://www.amazon.com/Message-Ministry-Bible-Contemporary-Language/dp/1600065945/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1540914185&sr=1-1&keywords=The+Message A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0830822577/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0 Article- Eugene Peterson Has Completed His Long Obedience- https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2018/october/eugene-peterson-died-message-bible-long-obedience-resurrect.html

At the end of a novel, it’s helpful to see how a character’s past impacts their present. Moments of narrative foreshadowing are revealed and the ending hopefully makes sense. Is it the same with your own personal story? What does it take to slow down and see the narrative foreshadowing Jesus is using to make you who you are and will become? Join Rick as he continues a special series examining how portions of “The Chronicles of Narnia” series point to truths about Jesus revealed in the Bible. Returning to Aslan’s sacrifice in “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe,” we’ll discuss the symbolic meaning of the stone table cracking in this story, and how it mirrors the Temple curtain separating after Jesus was crucified. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Narnia-Box-Set-Lewis/dp/0061992887/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1538603817&sr=8-5&keywords=the+chronicles+of+narnia The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Lion-Witch-Wardrobe-Chronicles-Narnia/dp/0064404994 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Fight Club (the 1999 cult classic film) tells the story of two bored men searching for meaning and identity, and finding it in underground bare-knuckle brawls. The film is brutal, violent, and sorta/kinda serves as a metaphor for the life Jesus calls us into. Join Rick and Steph as they continue a month long series examining how passages from “The Chronicles of Narnia” reflect parts of Jesus’ heart. Jumping into the book “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe,” we’ll focus on how the final battle between Aslan and the White Which mirrors the battle Jesus fought at the cross. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Narnia-Box-Set-Lewis/dp/0061992887/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1538603817&sr=8-5&keywords=the+chronicles+of+narnia The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Lion-Witch-Wardrobe-Chronicles-Narnia/dp/0064404994 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

“They got more than me.” “Why do they get to and I don’t?” “That’s not fair.” These are phrases we’ve all used when comparing ourselves to siblings or friends, but if we’re honest, could they also describe our attitude toward Jesus when things don’t seem equal? Join Rick and Steph as they continue a month long series dedicated to exploring passages from The Chronicles of Narnia that mirror truths in the Bible. Diving into the story of Shasta from “The Horse and His Boy,” we’ll unpack an encounter with Aslan that points to our struggles to understand God’s fairness. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Narnia-Box-Set-Lewis/dp/0061992887/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1538603817&sr=8-5&keywords=the+chronicles+of+narnia The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Redemption is mostly seen in a positive, especially when talked about in the context of a relationship with Jesus. But when you slow down to look at the cost, the weight, and pain that comes with the process, does redemption turn into something that’s downright terrible? Join Rick as he launches a month long series highlighting passages in The Chronicles of Narnia that point the beauty and truth of the Bible. Starting things off, he’ll examine how the story of Eustace and the dragon found in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader parallels the story of the story of the Rich Young Ruler found in Matthew 19. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Narnia-Box-Set-Lewis/dp/0061992887/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1538603817&sr=8-5&keywords=the+chronicles+of+narnia The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

You can feel it, and observe the symptoms, but it’s difficult to see with the untrained eye. You can’t help but spread it to others, and some would say it’s downright contagious. The description is often associated with the flu, or a common cold, but could it also be a picture of true discipleship? Join Rick, and guest host Stephanie Hillberry as they examine what a path to maturity in discipleship looks like, including how true discipleship operates like an infection. Turning to the Bible, they’ll discuss 1 Corinthians 9 and Paul’s description of a decompartmentalized life. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= Shrewed by Rick Lawrence- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1434700739/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i5 A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman- https://www.amazon.com/Failure-Nerve-Leadership-Quick-Revised-ebook/dp/B071R6P7MJ/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1537999792&sr=1-1&keywords=a+failure+of+nerve The Family Friendly Church- by Ben Freudenburg and Rick Lawrence- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0764420488/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i6 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

Serving others—we can do that. Loving others—sometimes difficult, but not impossible. Forgiving others—that’s when things get tough. Join Rick as he welcomes back friend of the show and former co-host Becky (the ‘Beckynator’) to discuss what it means to forgive someone rather than taking offense. Turning to the Bible, they’ll dive into Matthew 18 and the parable of the Unforgiving Debtor. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?ecList=&ecCategory= The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do

At times, discipleship is based upon measuring how many Bible verses you know by heart, or how well you can articulate the existence of God. Head first. What would look like to approach discipleship not as an academic pursuit, but more like something more intimate and familiar, a friendship. Join Rick as he continues a month long series on discipleship by examining the differences between a head first versus a heart first approach. Turning to scripture, we’ll slow down and pay ridiculous attention to three passages where Jesus challenges discipleship as a servant to master relationship and instead invites us into friendship. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Friends of God: A Discipleship Experience- https://www.group.com/product/1210000307958-friends-of-god.do?from=ac&cx=0

Each day Samuel Kimeu knowingly puts himself in harm’s way and works tirelessly fully aware his actions could cost him everything. Why? Because he loves Jesus; and because he loves Jesus, he’s compelled to seek justice. Join Rick for as he welcomes very special guest Samuel Kimeu (executive director of Transparency International) for an interview recorded in Nairobi, Kenya. Continuing a month long focus on discipleship, Rick and Samuel examine how being a disciple of Jesus fuels a passion for justice, even if it comes at a great cost. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Group’s Lifetree Adventures mission trips- https://www.group.com/category/mission-trips.do

Discipleship. It’s a word Christ followers are probably familiar with, especially if they’ve spent any time around a church. But when we try to explain it, a wide range of descriptions, categories and even practices emerge. Is it really that complicated? Or is discipleship actually much simpler? Join Rick as he kicks off a month long series on discipleship with an interview with special guest John Eldredge (bestselling author of Wild at Heart). During the interview, Rick and John discuss the difference between discipleship as a transfer of information and discipleship a pursuit of falling deeper in love with God. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Wild At Heart by John Eldrege- https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Heart-Revised-Updated-Discovering/dp/1400200393/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535665200&sr=8-1&keywords=john+eldredge+books Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldrege - https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Outlaw-Experiencing-Extravagant-Personality/dp/1455525707/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1535665200&sr=8-3&keywords=john+eldredge+books Waking The Dead by John Eldrege - https://www.amazon.com/Waking-Dead-Glory-Heart-Fully/dp/0785288295/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1535665200&sr=8-7&keywords=john+eldredge+books All John Eldredge Books - https://www.amazon.com/s?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=john+eldridge+books&sprefix=John+Eld%2Caps%2C169&crid=2KWPO6TJN2KA9

When you feel attacked, especially from an unseen enemy, it’s easy to want to fight back. But what if the best way to retaliate is not to battle, but to remain calm and rest instead? Join Rick as he wraps up a series examining Jesus’ interactions with dark forces by focusing on spiritual warfare and the do’s and don’ts of battling evil. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis - https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Chair-C-S-Lewis/dp/0064471098 That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/That-Hideous-Strength-Space-Trilogy/dp/0743234928/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1535044523&sr=1-1&keywords=that+hideous+strength Similar Podcast Episodes Is Harry Potter Evil- https://www.mylifetree.com/is-harry-potter-evil/ “How’s Your Relationship with Satan?”- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-32-hows-your-relationship-with-satan Spotting Supernatural Red Flags- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-spotting-supernatural-red-flags/ What is Supernatural?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-is-supernatural/

Harry Potter, yoga, meditation, and Dungeons and Dragons—for some Christ-followers, these are fun, entertaining, and healthy activities. Others firmly believe they're a gateway to evil. Which view is correct? Join Rick and co-host Stephanie Hillberry (producer and author) as they explore what it means to "open yourself to dark influences." Using Paul's advice to the Corinthian church as a guide (1 Cor 8), they talk about why activities such as yoga can be acceptable to some Christians, but not for others. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Art of Neighboring by Jay Pathak - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Neighboring-Building-Genuine-Relationships/dp/080101459X The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do The Jesus Interruption by Stephanie Hillberry- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748456-the-jesus-interruption.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes “How’s Your Relationship with Satan?”- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-32-hows-your-relationship-with-satan True Family- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-31-true-family Spotting Supernatural Red Flags- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-spotting-supernatural-red-flags/ What is Supernatural?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-is-supernatural/

As Jesus walked the earth, nearly every day he encountered demons, the supernatural, and even Satan. But in our modern, Western society, it can be easy to believe these occurrences have lessened, or even completely stopped. Why? And if they’re still happening, how does that impact our daily lives? Join Rick and special guests Conrad Gempf (Professor at the London School of Theology) and Jay Pathak (Lead Pastor of the Mile High Vinyard) as they kick off a month long series focusing on Jesus’ relationship with Satan. Personalizing the conversation, the trio will share their own personal experiences dealing with an unseen spiritual world, including interactions with demons. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Art of Neighboring by Jay Pathak - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Neighboring-Building-Genuine-Relationships/dp/080101459X The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes True Family- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-31-true-family Spotting Supernatural Red Flags- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-spotting-supernatural-red-flags/ What is Supernatural?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-is-supernatural/ Finding a Baggage-Free Life with Jesus- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-baggage-free-life-with-jesus/

Deep in our core lies a basic desire to belong--a need we often try to meet through our earthly families. But when that desire is met with dysfunction or brokenness, how can Jesus meet us in our pain and offer the promise of a bigger, more fulfilling family? Join Rick and special guest Charles Moore (a graduate of Denver Seminary and a member of a Bruderhof community) as they conclude a month-long series focusing on the tender aspects of Jesus by discussing how living in a family, even a broken one, shows us a glimpse of what it’s like to live in the family of God. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- simplyjesusgathering.com/ Bruderhof Communities- https://www.bruderhof.com/en Dan In Real Life- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0480242/ Lion- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3741834/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.group.com/product/9781470748…easonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Medicine for the Marginalized - https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-medicine-for-the-marginalized/ Doubt is our Frenemy- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-doubt-is-our-frenemy/ Finding a Baggage-Free Life with Jesus- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-baggage-free-life-with-jesus/

Humans can be brutal; we marginalize people, mocking and judging them for their flaws. But when someone acknowledges their imperfections and admits them to Jesus—like the woman in Luke 7 who weeps at his feet—something downright counter-cultural happens. Join Rick as he dives into her story, and invites us into a discussion about Jesus' unexpected response to imperfect and marginalized people…including us. Also in the episode, Rick interviews Emma Mae Jenkins, a teenager who is determined to wear the marginalization she’s faced as a badge of honor. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652950/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530639063&sr=8-1&keywords=the+great+divorce+cs+lewis The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748630-the-unreasonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Doubt Is Our Frenemy - https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-doubt-is-our-frenemy/ Owning Our Ugly- https://www.mylifetree.com/owning-our-ugly/ Overcoming a Culture of “Try Harder to Get Better”- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-overcoming-a-culture-of-try-harder-to-get-better/

As Jesus-followers we often believe that "doubt" is a dirty word pointing to a lack of faith. But what if our doubts are actually embraced by Jesus, and even lead us down a path of all-in belief? Join Rick and guest host Stephanie Hillberry as they continue a month-long series examining the tender aspects of Jesus. They'll focus on his response to Thomas’ skepticism about the resurrection, and how he greets our doubts in similar, transformative ways. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652950/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530639063&sr=8-1&keywords=the+great+divorce+cs+lewis The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748630-the-unreasonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Owning Our Ugly- https://www.mylifetree.com/owning-our-ugly/ Hard is Good…Eventually- https://www.mylifetree.com/hard-is-good-eventually/ Overcoming a Culture of “Try Harder to Get Better”- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-overcoming-a-culture-of-try-harder-to-get-better/ Playing on the Playground- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-episode-011-playing-playground/

Living a life dedicated to following Jesus includes pain. In fact, pain is expected. What’s often unexpected, however, is Jesus’ response to that pain. Join us as we continue a month-long series examining the tender aspects of Jesus by revisiting our most popular podcast of the year so far. In this episode Rick and the Beckynator slow down and pay attention to the story of the rich young ruler found in Matthew 19. Personalizing Jesus’ tenderness, Rick and Becky share examples from their own lives about what the tenderness Jesus shows us during difficult seasons. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748630-the-unreasonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Owning Our Ugly- https://www.mylifetree.com/owning-our-ugly/ Hard is Good…Eventually - https://www.mylifetree.com/hard-is-good-eventually/ Sam Worthington on How God Comforts Us- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-sam-worthington-on-how-god-comforts-us/

We all have ugly inside whether we want to admit it or not. Anger, greed, lust, jealousy, and a host of other qualities plague us all. While admitting our ugly to others often initially triggers hurt feelings, acknowledging our ugly to Jesus leads to a very different response. Join Rick and special guest Scotty Priest (pastor of Journey Church in Denver) as they focus on Jesus’ unexpected tenderness toward people who admit their faults. Turning to the Bible, they’ll dive into the different responses of the two criminals crucified next to Jesus found in Matthew 27. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652950/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530639063&sr=8-1&keywords=the+great+divorce+cs+lewis The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- https://www.group.com/product/9781470748630-the-unreasonable-jesus.do Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Why is Jesus Always So Annoyed?- https://www.mylifetree.com/why-is-jesus-always-so-annoyed/ Fighting The Cancer of Self-Doubt- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-fighting-the-cancer-of-self-doubt/ Overcoming a Culture of “Try Harder to Get Better”- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-overcoming-a-culture-of-try-harder-to-get-better/

As Christians, we’re probably most familiar with the loving and grace-filled side of Jesus. And we’ve heard about the angry, flipping tables in the temple side of Jesus. But what about the bothered, miffed, or the downright annoyed side of Jesus? Join Rick as he wraps up a month-long series highlighting tough aspects of Jesus by focusing on examples when Jesus seems frustrated and annoyed with people. Turning to the Bible, we’ll slow down and pay attention to passages where Jesus appears particularly irked including Luke 4 where he is rejected in his home town of Nazareth. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes The Cursing Jesus- https://www.mylifetree.com/the-cursing-jesus/ Let's Talk About Hell- https://www.mylifetree.com/lets-talk-about-hell/ Defining humility with Eugene Peterson- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-episode-013-defining-humility-eugene-peterson/

Profanity. It has the ability to shock, disrespect, and hurt people. Your mom would wash out your mouth for using it, and the Bible gives warnings about speaking it. So why did Jesus use it? Join Rick and special guest Stephanie Hillberry as they continue a month-long series looking at tough aspects of Jesus by examining what’s behind Jesus’ use of seemingly profane words. Diving into to the Bible, we’ll slow down and pay attention to Matthew 23 where Jesus calls Pharisees "hypocrites," "white-washed tombs," and "snakes." Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ The Jesus Interruption by Stephanie Hillberry- Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Let's Talk About Hell- https://www.mylifetree.com/lets-talk-about-hell/ Will Anybody Ever Really Get You?- https://www.mylifetree.com/will-anybody-ever-really-get-you/ Jesus Was a Party Animal- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-jesus-was-a-party-animal/

Hell. It’s the theme of TV shows, books, and Halloween costumes, but it’s rarely brought up in church, let alone in everyday conversations. Surprisingly, it was a subject Jesus focused on a lot. Join Rick and special guest Tom Melton (a longtime pastor and now leadership consultant) as they continue a month-long series examining tough aspects of Jesus by zooming in on what he says about Hell, particularly the parable of the rich man and Lazarus found in Luke 16. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ Melton Leadership- http://meltonleadership.org/ Penn Jillette on Proselytizing- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owZc3Xq8obk NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Will Anybody Ever Really Get You?- https://www.mylifetree.com/will-anybody-ever-really-get-you/ The War on Sin- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-dependence-discipline-2/ Are We Heading Toward a “Bibleless” Christianity- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-heading-toward-bibleless-christianity/

If you've ever taken a personality test and then followed it up with a lively conversation about how you compare with others, then you know how affirming it is for people to get you, and to get them in return. Naturally we want this same experience with Jesus, but just when we think we've got him figured out, he seems to contradict himself. This summer we'll be paying attention to one particular contradiction: his toughness and his tenderness, starting with John chapter 1 when he calls Phillip and Nathaniel. From there we'll press even deeper into how Jesus breaks the mold. It'll challenge us, but the result will be understanding him (and ourselves) better than a personality test could ever reveal. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Salvation for Everyone?- https://www.mylifetree.com/salvation-for-everyone/ What Defines You?- https://www.mylifetree.com/what-defines-you/ Who Does Jesus Say You Are?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-jesus-say/

Sometimes Jesus’ teachings seem straightforward. Possibly difficult to execute, but straightforward. Love your enemies. Love God and love others. Ask in faith. Other times, Jesus creates a big “mud puddle”—a question or statement that causes people to wonder, speculate, or debate. Join Rick and special guest Carl Medearis (author of the new book 42 Seconds) as they jump into a “mud puddle” statement from John 10, a passage where Jesus discusses who he’ll bring into his flock. Wallowing in the puddle, Rick and Carl will discuss what it means to listen to the voice of Jesus and share their experiences interacting with “sheep from another sheepfold.” Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM The Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/ 42 Seconds by Carl Medearis- https://www.amazon.com/42-Seconds-Jesus-Everyday-Interactions/dp/1631464892 Speaking of Jesus by Carl Medearis- https://www.amazon.com/Speaking-Jesus-Not-Evangelism-Carl-Medearis/dp/1434702103/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_img_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2E7H7VGM5Z4FEH7QN9EA Muslims, Christian, and Jesus by Carl Medearis- https://www.amazon.com/Muslims-Christians-Jesus-Understanding-Overcoming/dp/076423031X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1527718269&sr=8-1&keywords=muslims+christians+and+jesus NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Necessary Disruptions- https://www.mylifetree.com/necessary-disruptions/ The Necessity of Risk- What if your life is wasted?- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-if-your-life-is-wasted/ Jesus’s Inaugural Address- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-jesus-inaugural-address/

Knowing what to expect and when to expect it can make life easier, which is why daily routines are comforting. But could the familiarity of a daily routine also make you become less dependent on Jesus and more dependent on the routine itself? Join Rick and his special guest Becky (aka the Beckynator) as they discuss how purposely disrupting the rhythm of everyday life (including going on the road) has the ability to open up new facets of the heart of Jesus. Examining how Jesus used time away from home as a unique opportunity to teach, they’ll pay ridiculous attention to the story of Jesus healing a leper found in Matthew 8. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM Becky Harrington Marketing- http://beckyherringtonmarketing.com/ The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Unlocking the Insight of “Why Not”- https://www.mylifetree.com/unlocking-the-insight-of-why-not/ The Necessity of Risk- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-the-necessity-of-risk/ Freedom with Sarah Bessey- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-freedom-sarah-bessey/

Imagine that you’re stuck. You've hit a rut or a roadblock and you’re not sure how to move forward. Could the answer you’re looking for come by asking a simple two-word question? Join Rick and guest host Stephanie Hillberry as they conclude a 4-week series on growing spiritual grit by discussing the freedom that can be found in asking "Why Not?" Turning to the Bible, they’ll slow way down and pay attention to the story of Jesus calming the storm in Matthew 14, examining how Peter asks "Why Not" before he steps onto water, and how we can follow his bold lead. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes What Makes You…You?- https://www.mylifetree.com/what-makes-you-you/ Overcoming Your Inner Critic- https://www.mylifetree.com/overcoming-your-inner-critic/ The Necessity of Risk- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-the-necessity-of-risk/ What defines you?- https://www.mylifetree.com/what-defines-you/

What do you stand for? It’s a question that cuts to your identity, and displays the true story of your heart. The answer often becomes clearer as you develop spiritual grit. Join Rick as and his very special guest host as they continue a month-long sampling of the newly released book, ‘Spiritual Grit’. They'll discuss how someone's character, not accomplishments, forms the building blocks of what they stand for. Slowing down, they’ll pay close attention Jesus’ actions in Matthew 20, examining how he responds to a unique request made by the mother of James and John. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…nce/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM Camp Barnabas- https://www.campbarnabas.org/ The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Overcoming Your Inner Critic- https://www.mylifetree.com/overcoming-your-inner-critic/ The Necessity of Risk- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-the-necessity-of-risk/ What defines you?- https://www.mylifetree.com/what-defines-you/

It's natural for us to be our own biggest critics, scrutinizing ourselves more than we scrutinize others. This tendency isn't all bad, and can even be helpful at times. But at what point does our ongoing internal conversation turn into a trap, locking us into an untrue identity? Join Rick as he continues a month-long sampling of the newly released book, Spiritual Grit, by examining the impact a person’s internal narrative has on their identity. Digging into the Bible, we’ll slow down and pay attention to how Jesus brings freedom by changing the internal narrative of the paralyzed man found in Matthew 9. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-Endurance-Character-Confidence/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes The Necessity of Risk- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-the-necessity-of-risk/ Overcoming a Culture of “Try Harder to Get Better”- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-overcoming-a-culture-of-try-harder-to-get-better/ Craving a Better Soul Diet- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-episode-010-craving-better-soul-diet/

It’s often frowned upon in parenting, but celebrated in the world of entrepreneurs. It’s necessary in extreme sports, but can be dangerous in relationships. It’s RISK and it’s one of the main ways Jesus develops grit in us. Join Rick and special guest Stephanie Hillberry as they celebrate the release of the new book, Spiritual Grit, by discussing what it means to risk in a culture often obsessed with safety. Slowing down and paying ridiculous attention Jesus, we’ll dive into the story of the Canaanite woman found in Matthew 15, examining how Jesus rewards the great risks she takes, and how you can adopt her spirit with some risks of your own. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: (Now Available) Spiritual Grit- https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-Endurance-Character-Confidence/dp/1470750899 Spiritual Grit Video with Rick Lawrence- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKVRa0cXoWM 2018 Simply Jesus Gathering- http://simplyjesusgathering.com/gatherings/ The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes Brutal Reality, Prevailing Hope- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-brutal-reality-prevailing-hope/ Finding Security When Jesus Doesn’t Promise Safety- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-finding-security-when-jesus-doesnt-promise-safety_origional/ Why Finding Your Purpose is Riskier Than You Think- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-finding-purpose-riskier-think/

Life storms are raging and your strength is quickly diminishing. But as a Christian, you know it’s going to be okay because all things work together for good… right? Join Rick as he closes out a month-long series exploring Biblical beliefs that may not be true by focusing on the idea that all things work together for good, an idea commonly borrowed from Romans 8:23-30. During the program, Rick will introduce the Stockdale Paradox, a methodology of embracing the brutal reality of situations while balancing it with a prevailing hope. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: - Spiritual Grit Launch Group- www.facebook.com/groups/151219602…3760752032385%20 - {Pre-order} Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…ce/dp/1470750899/ - The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ - NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ - Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ - The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes- What If Jesus Gives Us MORE Than We Can Handle- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-if-jesus-gives-us-more-than-we-can-handle/ Finding Security When Jesus Doesn’t Promise Safety- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-finding-security-when-jesus-doesnt-promise-safety_origional/ Waiting On A Promise- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-waiting-on-a-promise/

When it comes to sin, is there a clear line in the sand that helps define what it is and isn't? Or is it a gray area where we make our own judgment calls? Join Rick and his special guest Becky (aka the Beckynator) as they continue a month-long series exploring common Biblical beliefs that may not be true by examining sin, what it really is, and what Jesus wants us to do about it. Digging deeper, Rick and Becky will slow down and pay attention to how Jesus approaches people’s sin, including a promise to fulfill the law found in Matthew 15:17. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: - Spiritual Grit Launch Group- www.facebook.com/groups/151219602…3760752032385%20 - {Pre-order} Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…ce/dp/1470750899/ - The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ - NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ - Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ - The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes- The Thing You Forgot About Grace- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-the-thing-you-forgot-about-grace/ Jesus’s Inaugural Address- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-jesus-inaugural-address/ https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-reconciling-old-testament-god-vs-new-testament-jesus/

As followers of Jesus, we frequently want to be used by God to accomplish his will on earth. But what if this desire is fundamentally contrary to the heart of Jesus? Join us as we continue a month-long series exploring common beliefs about Jesus that may not be true, including challenging the idea that we should be “used” by Jesus. Turning to the Bible, we’ll dive into John 15, a passage where Jesus defines the type of relationship he wants with us. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: - Spiritual Grit Launch Group- www.facebook.com/groups/151219602…3760752032385%20 - {Pre-order} Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…ce/dp/1470750899/ - The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ - {Available Now} NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ - Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ - The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes- What if Jesus gives us MORE than we can handle? - https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-if-jesus-gives-us-more-than-we-can-handle/ What if your life is wasted? - https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-what-if-your-life-is-wasted/ Finding your epic purpose in the midst of what’s to come- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-episode-012-finding-your-epic-purpose-in-life-in-the-midst-of-whats-to-come/

During tough times, when all your limits are being pushed, it's nice to take comfort in the verse that says Jesus will never give you more than you can handle. Except there's just one problem: even though we hear that saying all the time, that verse doesn't exist. So why do we keep saying it? Join us as we kick off a month-long series exploring common beliefs about Jesus we often profess even if they’re not true. Starting off, Rick and special guest, author and producer Stephanie Hillberry, tackle the idea that “Jesus will never give us more than we can handle.” Searching for Jesus’ heart, Rick and Steph slow down and focus on Biblical examples where Jesus demonstrates a dependent connection to the Father during overwhelming circumstances. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: - Spiritual Grit Launch Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/151219602236028/?source_id=813760752032385%20 - {Pre-order} Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…ce/dp/1470750899/ - The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ - {Available Now} NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ - Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ - The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes- Followers Who Follow- https://soundcloud.com/paying-ridiculous-attention-to-jesus/season-3-episode-12-followers-who-follow Myths, Lies, and Propaganda About Prayer- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-myths-lies-and-propaganda-about-prayer/ Jesus was the Worst Self-Help Guru Ever- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-jesus-was-the-worst-self-help-guru-ever/

We call ourselves “followers” of Jesus, but how do you follow when you’re having a hard time seeing where the path is leading? Or…what if you can’t see the path at all? Join Rick and author Mikal Keefer as they discuss what it means to understand God’s will and examine why people, even those close to Jesus, can have a difficult time with it. Turning to the Bible, Rick examines two parables Jesus uses to help us understand how to find and follow God’s will. Have you joined the Pigs? We're a group of friends ready to go all in with Jesus--to live a life that's “free indeed” because we’re wholly dependent on him. Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, opportunities to make your voice matter, prayer support, and connections to other Pigs inside our private Facebook group. Join Here- www.mylifetree.com/pratj-member-sign-up/ Related: - The Unreasonable Jesus by Thomas Christianson- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-unreasonable-jesus/ - {Pre-order} Spiritual Grit- www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Grit-En…ce/dp/1470750899/ - {Available Now} NEW Jesus-Centered Practical Guides- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-…actical-guides/ - Jesus-Centered Bible- www.mylifetree.com/jesus-centered-bible-shop-page/ - The Jesus-Centered Life by Rick Lawrence- www.mylifetree.com/shop/the-jesus-centered-life/ Similar Podcast Episodes- - How to Determine God’s will- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-how-to-determine-gods-will/ - Is Too Much Bible Bad?- https://www.mylifetree.com/can-too-much-bible-be-bad/ - Myths, Lies, and Propaganda About Prayer- https://www.mylifetree.com/podcast-myths-lies-and-propaganda-about-prayer/