In Progress
Alan Seaborn
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Aug 10, 2020
113 - Light and Darkness
In this final episode of “In Progress,” Alan shares from 1 John 2 and talks about how John describes what it looks like to choose to live in the light or in the darkness. And how following God’s call on our lives is all about loving our brothers and sisters well!
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Aug 3, 2020
112 - Justifying Our Choices
In this episode, Alan shares from Genesis 3 and talks about how Adam and Eve’s approaches to temptation are often patterns that we repeat by justifying our sin in different ways.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 27, 2020
111 - Trusting
In this episode, Alan looks at how fear often shows up in our lives in unexpected ways. And he shares from Proverbs 3 to talk about what it looks like to trust God in the midst of life, even when it’s hard!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 20, 2020
110 - God Is Close to the Brokenhearted
God Is Close to the Brokenhearted
In this episode, Alan shares from Psalm 34 and looks at David’s reminder that God is close to the brokenhearted. This is a beautiful reminder that when we're in an "ebb" season, which there are lots of reasons for right now, that doesn't mean God is absent. He has a soft spot for people who are hurting!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 13, 2020
109 - Taking Every Thought Captive
Taking Every Thought Captive
In this episode, Alan shares from 2 Corinthians 10 and looks at Paul’s teaching to “take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ.” He shares about how we take more thoughts captive than we realize, but we often make them “obedient” to political parties, current public sentiment, or to what our friends or family expect of us.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 6, 2020
108 - For Our Good
In this episode, Alan shares from Deuteronomy 10 and looks at Moses’ reminder to the people of Israel that God’s commands are for our own good.
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Jun 29, 2020
107 - Thinking in a Disciplined Way
In this episode, Alan shares from Philippians 4 and looks at Paul’s teaching on how we can find peace despite our circumstances. And about how being disciplined with our thinking makes a big difference.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jun 22, 2020
106 - Pursuing Stability
In this episode, Alan shares from Proverbs 23 and looks at Solomon’s wisdom when it comes to acquiring wealth and trying to find our peace and stability in things that don’t last.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jun 15, 2020
105 - Made Alive in Christ
In this episode, Alan shares from Colossians 3 and looks at Paul’s teaching on what changes when we are made alive in Christ.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jun 8, 2020
104 - Talking to God
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and shares about what a privilege and honor it is to be able to talk to our Heavenly Father. We sometimes fall into ruts when it comes to praying and we sometimes get out of the rhythm of doing it altogether, but God wants to hear from us!
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Jun 1, 2020
103 - Justice Matters to God
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and talks about God’s heart for people who are oppressed and who need justice. In light of the recent killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, Alan encourages everybody to take a look at this article and take action on something from the list:
https://medium.com/equality-includes-you/what-white-people-can-do-for-racial-justice-f2d18b0e0234
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May 25, 2020
102 - Doing Unto Others
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and talks about how we can practice “doing unto others as you would have them do unto you” by wearing masks to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Below, are a few resources / articles that give really good information along with a few quotes below the links if you want a few highlights without reading each article in full.
This first article is from Atul Gawande:
https://www.newyorker.com/science/medical-dispatch/amid-the-coronavirus-crisis-a-regimen-for-reentry
“…environmental transmission [infection from touching surfaces] may account for as little as six per cent of covid-19 infections. sars-CoV-2, the virus that causes covid-19, spreads primarily through respiratory droplets emitted by infected people when they cough, sneeze, talk, or simply exhale; the droplets are then breathed in by others. (Loud talking has even been shown to generate measurably more droplets than quieter talking.)”…
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May 18, 2020
101 - Being Kind and Compassionate
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and shares Paul’s words from Ephesians 4 about getting rid of negativity and anger and replacing them with kindness and forgiveness.
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May 11, 2020
100 - Drawing Closer To God
Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and talks about Paul’s reminder from Ephesians 3 – that God wants to be at work by his Holy Spirit in our inner being. It’s easy to let circumstances throw us off track, but let’s use this time to draw closer to God!
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May 4, 2020
99 - Peace
Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and talks about the “peace that passes understanding” - a peace that we have access to in God!
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Apr 27, 2020
98 - Handling Frustration
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown, and he shares a challenge for each of us to be more loving and grace filled during this time.
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Apr 20, 2020
97 - Connected in Quarantine
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and shares some practical ways that we can stay connected to one another while we're in this unique time.
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Apr 13, 2020
96 - Not In Control
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and reminds us all of Psalm 20:7 and asks us where we’re putting our trust.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Apr 6, 2020
95 - Stability Comes From God
In this episode, Alan is recording from home during the coronavirus shutdown and reminds us all of Psalm 20:7 and asks us where we’re putting our trust.
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Mar 30, 2020
94 - A Life of Service, Part 2
In this episode, Alan continues to talk about serving by looking at Matthew 25. Jesus tells us that doing acts of service for those the world considers the least important is like doing those things for him.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 23, 2020
93 - A Life of Service, Part 1
In this episode, Alan looks at Mark 10, where Jesus talks about what it takes to be great in his kingdom. Jesus challenges us to live a life of service, just like he did.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 16, 2020
92 - Rooted & Growing
In this episode, Alan shares from Colossians 2 and talks about what it means to be rooted and built up in Christ. It’s a reminder to get back to the basics of our faith and to the practices or disciplines that help us to grow in him!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 9, 2020
91 - With All
In this episode, Alan shares from Mark 12:30 and focuses on what it means to “love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 2, 2020
90 - The Right Measure
In this episode, Alan reads from 1 Corinthians 5 and talks about Paul’s message that a little bit of impurity tends to spread. And how important it is to align our standards and ideals with God’s.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Feb 24, 2020
89 - Walk by the Spirit
In this episode, Alan shares from Galatians 5, where Paul reminds us to “walk by the Spirit” in order to avoid satisfying “the desires of the flesh.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Feb 17, 2020
88 - Measuring Success
In this episode, Alan shares from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech and highlights his reminder that it’s far too easy to “succeed” at the wrong things.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Feb 10, 2020
87 - Loving Others
In this episode, Alan shares from 1 John 4 and looks at John’s reminder that “if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Feb 3, 2020
86 - Choose your Path
In this episode, Alan reads from Proverbs 12, which compares and contrasts the paths of obedience and disobedience. This passage challenges each of us to evaluate where we’re choosing selfishness over surrender.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jan 20, 2020
85 - Growing Pains
In this episode, Alan reads from Romans 5 and shares about the value of going through the uncomfortable process of growth. And about how God wants so much more for us!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jan 13, 2020
84 - Addiction
In this episode, Alan challenges us to rethink what addiction really looks like and to ask ourselves what habits and behaviors we need to leave behind.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jan 6, 2020
83 - Life by the Decade
In this episode, Alan shares Gordon MacDonald’s questions that we ask in the different decades of our lives. To dig deeper into this idea, read MacDonald’s “A Resilient Life.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 30, 2019
82 - Living and Active
In this episode, Alan talks about how God’s Word confronts us with our faults and shortcomings. And he reads from Hebrews 4:12-13 and encourages all of us to examine where we miss the mark of living up to God’s calling on our lives.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 23, 2019
81 - Living as Examples
In this episode, Alan shares from Hebrews 13:7-8 and asks us to think of the people who have impacted our lives for the Kingdom, and to go be that person in other people’s lives.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 16, 2019
80 - Reacting to God's Work
In this episode, Alan recaps the story of the Israelites leaving Egypt and highlights Exodus 13 and 14 to talk about how Israel reacted to God’s work. Their reaction forces us to ask whether we live with gratitude and trust, or with grumbling and complaining.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 9, 2019
79 - Seeking Affirmation
In this episode, Alan shares from John 5:43-44 as Jesus’ teaching makes us ask whether we’re chasing people’s approval or God’s approval.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 2, 2019
77 - Job's Example
In this episode, Alan reads Job 23:1-12 and talks about the feelings that anybody who is suffering will naturally feel. Just like Job, we might feel like things are unfair and like God is absent. But we need to end up where he did; trusting in God’s faithfulness and staying obedient even in the middle of the hardships we’re facing.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 25, 2019
77 - What Am I Missing?
In this episode, Alan shares from Luke 13 about how public opinion, religious leadership, and political leadership were all complicit in Jesus’s death. With that in mind, what are we missing about what God wants to do in our lives?
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 18, 2019
76 - Pursuing Peace
In this episode, Alan shares from 1 Peter 3 about avoiding harmful and deceptive words and pursuing peace in all of our relationships. It’s a simple, but fundamental, reminder about how God calls us to treat one another.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 11, 2019
75 - God Is Our Refuge
In this episode, Alan looks at Psalm 62 and highlights David’s deep trust in and reliance on God. It’s easy to get caught up in trusting in people and things, but David reminds us that the ebb and flow of successes and failures should always bring us back to focusing on God.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 4, 2019
74 - Fan into Flame
In this episode, Alan shares from 2 Timothy 1 and looks at Paul’s teaching to Timothy to “fan into flame” his gift from God. This passage makes us ask ourselves what we’re doing to develop and grow the gifts we have from God as well as to ask what’s holding us back from using our gifts well.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 28, 2019
73 - Oriented Toward God
In this episode, Alan shares 4 simple ways that we can practice reorienting ourselves toward God. These aren’t the only ways, but they are helpful practices to move us from thinking about our own wants, needs, plans, and responsibilities to refocusing in on what matters.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 21, 2019
72 - Faith in Action
In this episode, Alan shares from James 2:14-26, which talks about making our faith complete by what we do. Alan gives some simple, practical ways that we can put our faith into action.
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Oct 14, 2019
71 - Finding My Faults
In this episode, Alan shares from Matthew 7:3-5 and looks at another hard teaching from Jesus. He teaches about finding the faults and shortcomings in ourselves before we start finding them in the lives of others.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 7, 2019
70 - Forgiving like Jesus
In this episode, Alan talks about Jesus saying, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing” while he was hanging on the cross. And about how this challenges us to forgive, even in situations where we feel justified in holding on to unforgiveness.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Sep 30, 2019
69 - Surrendering
In this episode, Alan shares some powerful insights from the 12 step programs and talks about the importance of surrender, openness, and honesty when it comes to our own destructive, addictive behaviors.
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Sep 23, 2019
68 - Perspectives & Circumstances
In this episode, Alan shares about the story of Jacob and Leah from Genesis 29 and highlights the importance of finding peace in God rather than in our circumstances.
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Sep 16, 2019
67 - Choose Wisely
In this episode, Alan shares from Deuteronomy 30 as Moses closes out his giving of the law and reminds Israel that they know what God wants, now they have to choose whether to follow him or not. This passage challenges us to make that same choice.
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Sep 9, 2019
66 - Time Together (with Annaliese Seaborn)
In this episode, Alan is joined by his wife Annaliese to talk about the importance of spending time with your spouse. They give some practical ways that they’ve spent quality time together even when time and/or money were in short supply.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Sep 2, 2019
65 - The Lord Is my Shepherd
In this episode, Alan shares from Psalm 23 and talks about what this familiar passage means about our relationship with God. About how deeply he cares for us and wants to know us.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Aug 26, 2019
64 - The Armor of God
In this episode, Alan shares about The Armor of God from Ephesians 6 and gives some background on what Paul had to say about being ready at all times.
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Aug 19, 2019
63 - Avoiding Negativity
In this episode, Alan shares from Philippians 2 where Paul talks about doing “everything without arguing or complaining.” He shares about how easy it is to hold on to negativity and why it’s important to check that in ourselves and let it go.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Aug 12, 2019
62 - Crucifixion
In this episode, Alan shares some of Dr. David Chapman’s research into the historical context on exactly how crucifixion would have been a “stumbling block to the Jews” and “foolishness to the Gentiles.”
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Aug 5, 2019
61 - Doing or Being?
In this episode, Alan talks about Hosea 6:6 – God’s reminder that he desires mercy and acknowledgment of God more than sacrifices and burnt offerings. In other words, God is not only interested in what we’re doing, but also in who we’re becoming.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 29, 2019
60 - God Hears Us
In this episode, Alan shares from Psalm 116 and reminds us that God hears us. Even when we don’t get the answer we want in the timeframe we want it.
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Jul 22, 2019
59 - In God's Image
In this episode, Alan looks at Genesis 1:27 and talks about the importance of remembering that all people are made in God’s image and have immense value. And about the difference that truth makes as we apply it in our interactions with the people in our lives.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 15, 2019
58 - God's Compassion for Us
In this episode, Alan looks at Psalm 103 and talks about God’s soft spot for his people and how deeply he cares about us!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 8, 2019
57 - Using Our Gifts
In this episode, Alan shares from 1 Peter 4:10 about the importance of using the gifts that God has given us to serve other people, and how we can avoid the pitfalls of selfishness, anger, and fear that lead to us misusing these gifts.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jul 1, 2019
56 - What is Sin?
In this episode, Alan talks about sin and how our culture is moving away from the very idea of sin. If you find yourself uncomfortable with the concept of sin, some insights from Romans 3:23 and from personal experience will help to paint a fuller picture.
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Jun 24, 2019
55 - Letting Go
In this episode, Alan shares from 2 Kings 19 about the need for each of us to stop trying to control the uncontrollable situations and circumstances we face in life, and instead to give those things over to God.
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Jun 18, 2019
54 - Fairy Tales & Marriage (with Steven Kreitzer)
In this episode, Alan is joined by WAH counselor Steven Kreitzer to talk about what it takes to make a marriage thrive. Steven shares about the connection between fairy tales and real-life marriage, and talks about how each of us can make our relationship better.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jun 10, 2019
53 - On the Way
In this episode, Alan shares from the book of Mark throughout Jesus’ journey as he was “on the way” and talks about what we should be like while we’re on our way, and how God meets with us along the way.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jun 3, 2019
52 - When Your Spouse is Hurting (with Annaliese Seaborn)
In this episode, Alan’s wife Annaliese joins him to talk about her experience throughout his health journey. She shares about how to be there for people who are dealing with pain and how those in pain can take steps to let other people in on what they’re dealing with.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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May 27, 2019
51 - God is at Work!
In this episode, Alan shares from Isaiah 55 and reminds us that God is at work – even when we don’t see it or understand how he could be.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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May 20, 2019
50 - Rest for Your Soul
In this episode, Alan shares from Matthew 11 about Jesus’ offer for those of us who are tired and overburdened. If you’re burned out and don’t know where to turn, you can find relief and rest in Christ.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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May 13, 2019
49 - When God Moves
In this episode, Alan talks about Jesus’ Parable of the Sower, which invites us to ask the question: What kind of soil am I? This parable challenges us to make sure that we’re open to what God wants to do in our lives.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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May 6, 2019
48 - Things My Parents Did Right
In this episode, Alan shares about some things his parents did when he was a kid to intentionally create an environment that was both fun and spiritually-based. His hope is to encourage parents – especially parents with younger kids – that they are making a difference, even when it might not feel like it!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Apr 29, 2019
47 - Hiding
In this episode, Alan talks about hiding – our natural response when it comes to our weaknesses, flaws, shortcomings, and mistakes. He talks about how we hide from God and from other people, and how the fact that God fully knows us and fully loves us changes everything!
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Apr 22, 2019
46 - Keep on Searching
In this episode, Alan shares from Psalm 105 and talks about the importance of continually seeking after God. He shares some ideas from Gary Thomas’ book Sacred Pathways about 9 key ways that people connect with God.
Sacred Pathways on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Pathways-Discover-Your-Souls/dp/0310329884/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=sacred+pathways&qid=1553091233&s=gateway&sr=8-1
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Apr 15, 2019
45 - The Depth of God's Love
In this episode, Alan shares one of his favorite passages – Zepheniah 3:17. In the middle of announcing the judgment to come, God speaks gently and tenderly to his people. That’s one of the most incredible things about God – he doesn’t leave us hopeless!
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Apr 8, 2019
44 - Being There for People
In this episode, Alan reads from 2 Corinthians 1 and talks about how important it is to be there for people who are dealing with tough stuff and about how we can offer other people the same comfort that God gives us.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Apr 1, 2019
43 - The Sermon on the Mount
In this episode, Alan reads Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and challenges us to apply his teaching!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 25, 2019
42 - When Life Is Hard
In this episode, Alan looks at several different biblical examples of God showing up in a miraculous way, and then the challenges, conflicts, and obstacles that people faced after that. He reminds us that struggle is part of life and that God doesn’t promise that life will be easy, but that he’ll be with us!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 18, 2019
41 - What Are You Saying? (with Annaliese Seaborn)
In this episode, Alan is joined by his wife Annaliese to talk about what they’ve learned about how to communicate with each other. They hope that as you listen, you’ll be encouraged to know that communication issues are part of relationships, and that you’re not alone if you sometimes feel like you and your significant other are struggling to understand one another!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 11, 2019
40 - How To Make Every Relationship Better
In this episode, Alan talks about how to make every relationship in our lives better – by practicing James 1:19 and being “quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Mar 4, 2019
39 - When God Entered Our World
In this episode, Alan shares from John 1 and talks about what it really meant that “the word became flesh” and what that means for us here and now.
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Feb 25, 2019
38 - Replacing God
In this episode, Alan talks about the distinction between our spiritual practices existing in order to connect us with God and making our spiritual practices an end in themselves instead of a means to an end. He shares his own experience of putting his disciplines in the place of God and challenges you to ask whether you may be doing that too.
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Feb 18, 2019
37 - Keep Going!
In this episode, Alan shares from Galatians 6 about the importance of not “growing weary of doing good.” It’s easy to be hurt and to shut down when we face misunderstanding, resistance, or apathy as we seek to do the right thing, but Paul reminds us to keep going!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Feb 11, 2019
36 - Why Can't We Resolve Conflict? (with Steven Kreitzer)
In this episode, Alan is joined by Winning At Home counselor Steven Kreitzer to talk about seven behaviors that stop conversations in their tracks. Steven shares from “Boundaries in Dating” https://www.boundariesbooks.com/articles/boundaries-in-dating/say-no-to-disrespect/ to talk about these seven things that keep conversations (especially in moments of conflict) from moving toward a resolution.
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Feb 4, 2019
35 - Refocusing on What Matters
In this episode, Alan looks at Jesus’ answer to a question about which is the greatest commandment and about how his response encourages us to refocus our priorities where they’re out of order.
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Jan 28, 2019
34 - Peace That Doesn't Make Sense
In this episode, Alan shares from Philippians 4 about how Paul found peace that doesn’t make sense in the middle of his tough circumstances.
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Jan 21, 2019
33 - The Enneagram (with Steven Kreitzer)
In this episode, Alan is joined by Winning At Home Counselor Steven Kreitzer to talk about the Enneagram. If you’re not very familiar with the Enneagram, this is a great 101-style introduction.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
These are the links that Steven mentioned in the episode:
The Complete Enneagram by Beatrice Chestnut
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Enneagram-Paths-Greater-Self-Knowledge/dp/1938314549/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1545329784&sr=8-1&keywords=enneagram+beatrice+chestnut
Enneagram personality test through The Enneagram Institute ($12 fee):
https://tests.enneagraminstitute.com
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Jan 14, 2019
32 - Technology Questions (with Mavis Szubelak)
In this episode, Alan is joined by Winning At Home Child and Adolescent Counselor Mavis Szubelak to talk about the ups and downs that Mavis sees kids and teens consistently experiencing when it comes to technology.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Jan 7, 2019
31 - When God Doesn’t Work Like We Want Him To
In this episode, Alan talks about Jeremiah’s prophecy about the fall of Jerusalem, and how he also speaks about the coming Messiah, even in the midst of the upcoming destruction.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 31, 2018
30 - Stuck in Prison
In this episode, Alan shares about how Joseph – despite his circumstances – allowed himself to be used by God to encourage and care for the people around him. And how God wants us to do the same!
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 24, 2018
29 - Off with the Old
In this episode, Alan shares from Ephesians 4 and talks about putting off the old self and putting on the new self, as well as some reasons that we avoid doing that.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 17, 2018
28 - Thriving Marriages
In this episode, Alan talks about what makes relationships thrive by looking at the work of psychologist John Gottman.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 10, 2018
27 - Finding Peace
In this episode, Alan shares from Romans 4 and 5 about having peace with God. And about how this peace isn’t based on circumstances, but it’s a peace that “passes understanding.”
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Dec 3, 2018
26 - Following God's Path
In this episode, Alan shares from Psalm 1 and talks about the difference between choosing our own path and choosing God’s path for us.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 26, 2018
25 - Alpha and Omega
In this episode, Alan talks about how God is both bigger than we think and closer than we think. Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Nov 19, 2018
24 - Drawing Near to God
24 - Drawing Near to God by Alan Seaborn
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Nov 12, 2018
23 - An Eternal Perspective
In this episode, Alan looks at 1 Peter 1:23-25 and talks about the perspective shift we experience when we understand that the word of the Lord is what lasts. Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 29, 2018
22 - Who’s In, Who’s Out?
In this episode, Alan talks about how easy and natural it is to write people off when they do or say something that makes us mad. And about how God calls us to a more gracious response.
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Oct 22, 2018
21 - Being a Person of Peace
In this episode, Alan shares about what it looks like to live lives filled with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 15, 2018
20 - God Reveals Himself
In this episode, Alan looks at Psalm 19 and talks about how God reveals himself and how we respond to that revelation.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Oct 8, 2018
19 - Families and Technology
In this episode, Alan talks about some of the basic things that every adult in a kid’s life needs to know about walking with them as they learn healthy ways to use technology and the internet.
For a breakdown of what kids are going through and needing from us at different ages, check out Bradley Howell’s chapter (Technology and Adoptive Youth Ministry) in the book Adoptive Youth Ministry:
https://www.amazon.com/Adoptive-Youth-Ministry-Integrating-Generations/dp/0801049709/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535557534&sr=8-1&keywords=adoptive+youth+ministry
Helpful websites:
- covenanteyes.com (This site offers content filtering and accountability software for a household for $15.99 per month.)
- archive.ikeepsafe.org/scouting/ (This site offers a guide for having conversations about porn, bullying, violence, and other inappropriate content in age appropriate ways for 1st to 5th grade, 6th to 8th grade, 9th to 12th grade. This is from an archived part of their website, so it may not be aroun…
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Oct 1, 2018
18 - Jesus' Thoughts on Violence
In this episode, Alan talks about what Jesus has to say about violence in the Sermon on the Mount and how it challenges us to re-evaluate some of our own deeply-held beliefs.
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Sep 24, 2018
17 - Where's Our Treasure?
Where’s Our Treasure? – In this episode, Alan talks about Jesus’ teaching about storing up our treasures in heaven instead of on earth. What we value has a tendency to take up our mental, emotional, and physical energy, that’s why Jesus teaches that what we need to value most isn’t stuff, it’s obedience to God!
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Sep 17, 2018
16 - Waiting
Waiting – In this episode, Alan talked about what it feels like to wait while we’re in the middle of something. He shared from the book of Lamentations about what it feels like to wait in the midst of uncertainty.
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Sep 10, 2018
15 - Stories We Live Out
Stories We Live Out - In this episode, Alan talks about identity by looking at Jacob’s story in Genesis all the way through to when he’s renamed Israel.
Intro music: “CubanLinks” by Corey Makaih; makaihbeats.net
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Sep 4, 2018
14 - Do Something
Do Something – In this episode, Alan reads from the book of James and talked about the importance of being doers of the word, and not just hearers. Here are the links to research some of the issues he discussed:
MLK Clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HV0Zmxa4hvw
https://www.naacp.org/criminal-justice-fact-sheet/
https://www.dosomething.org/us/facts/11-facts-about-human-trafficking
https://thewaterproject.org/why-water/health
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/black-sounding-names-study_us_561697a5e4b0dbb8000d687f
https://www.compassion.com/poverty/child-labor-quick-facts.htm
https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/02/21/587671849/a-new-survey-finds-eighty-percent-of-women-have-experienced-sexual-harassment
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/preventing-suicide/facts-about-suicide/#sm.0001b2bmsw17ildh6zpoejxro5ftv
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Aug 27, 2018
13 - Do Not Worry
Do Not Worry – In this episode, Alan takes a look at a passage from the Sermon on the Mount and shares about what it looks like to cast all our cares upon him.
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Aug 20, 2018
12 - The Father's Heart
The Father’s Heart – In this episode, Alan talks about Jesus’ parable of The Lost Son and what that story tells us about what God is like.
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Aug 13, 2018
11 - Loving Like Jesus
Loving Like Jesus – In this episode, Alan talks about Jesus’ command to his disciples at the Last Supper to “love one another as I have loved you” and what that looks like for us.
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Jul 30, 2018
10 - Attracting Healthy People (with Steven Kreitzer)
In this episode, Alan is joined by Winning At Home counselor Steven Kreitzer to talk about what to look for in a potential mate. As well as how to make any needed changes in an existing relationship.
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Jul 23, 2018
09 - Finding Our True Identity
Finding Our True Identity – In this episode, Alan talks about identity by looking at Jacob’s story in Genesis all the way through to when he’s renamed Israel.
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Jul 16, 2018
08 - Meditation
08 - Meditation by Alan Seaborn
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Jul 9, 2018
07 - Hope
07 - Hope by Alan Seaborn
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Jul 2, 2018
06 - Clothed in Christ
06 - Clothed in Christ by Alan Seaborn
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Jun 25, 2018
05 - The Best Way To Live
05 - The Best Way To Live by Alan Seaborn
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Jun 18, 2018
04 - God of Second Chances
04 - God of Second Chances by Alan Seaborn
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Jun 12, 2018
03 - Inward or Outward Focus
03 - Inward or Outward Focus by Alan Seaborn
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Jun 4, 2018
02 - Don't Forget
02 - Don't Forget by Alan Seaborn
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May 23, 2018
01 - Getting Unstuck
01 - Getting Unstuck by Alan Seaborn
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