Justin Kendrick, lead pastor of Vox Church and author of 'How to Quiet a Hurricane,' discusses the essence of enduring faith during life's storms. He explores the 'weakness paradox,' suggesting that admitting vulnerabilities can lead to true strength. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of suffering, urging listeners to embrace challenges for personal growth. Kendrick also highlights the pivotal role of fathers in cultivating faith and resilience in their children, blending discipline with authentic life experiences.
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Weakness Paradox in Endurance
Endurance starts with acknowledging weakness, not denying it. Embracing our limitations leads to true dependence on God and spiritual strength.
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Guardrails for Temptation
Pre-decide how to handle money, sex, and power to avoid temptation. Root your identity in God's love to build lasting endurance.
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Theology of Suffering
A sound theology of suffering includes God's ability, willingness, and wisdom. Endurance grows when we accept God’s plan may differ from our expectations.
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Justin Kendrick's book explores the topic of Christian endurance, emphasizing that real spiritual endurance is rarely tidy or linear. It encourages readers to develop a 'Swiss army knife' approach to dealing with life's challenges, rather than relying on simplistic, step-by-step solutions. The book begins with the 'weakness paradox,' highlighting that true strength comes from acknowledging one's weaknesses and dependence on God. It encourages readers to ground their identity in the love of God and to find strength in the steadfastness of Christ. The book further explores the tools and elements needed to convince the heart that one is loved by God, even in the midst of life's storms.
Endurance
Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
Alfred Lansing
This book details the almost two-year struggle for survival of the 28-man crew of the Endurance, which was beset and eventually crushed by ice floes in the Weddell Sea during the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914-1917. The crew drifted on ice floes, salvaged lifeboats, and eventually reached Elephant Island. Shackleton then led a perilous journey to South Georgia Island to secure rescue, culminating in one of the most remarkable survival stories in history. Lansing's narrative is based on extensive research, including interviews with surviving crew members and access to their diaries and personal accounts[4][5][3].
Dialed In
Dialed In
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No man left behind
Patrick Morley
Brett Clemmer
David Delk
The River of Doubt
Candice Millard
Candice Millard's "The River of Doubt" recounts Theodore Roosevelt's perilous journey down the uncharted River of Doubt in the Amazon. The book details the physical and mental hardships faced by Roosevelt and his team, highlighting their resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Millard masterfully weaves together historical accounts, personal diaries, and scientific research to create a gripping narrative. The expedition's challenges and near-death experiences underscore Roosevelt's adventurous spirit and his ability to overcome obstacles. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Roosevelt's life and the exploration of the Amazon.
Men, do you want to develop an unshakable spiritual grit that can stand when everything around you is falling apart?
In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Justin Kendrick, author of the book ‘How to Quiet a Hurricane: Strategies for Christian Endurance in the Midst of Life’s Storms’. Justin brings powerful insight from his book and lays out what it truly means to be a man of faith in the face of adversity.
This conversation is a must for fathers, husbands, and leaders who are done playing it safe and ready to dig deep.
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00:25 Discussing the Book: How to Quiet a Hurricane 03:24 Exploring Christian Endurance 06:14 The Weakness Paradox and Paul's Thorn 14:01 The Three Major Temptations 20:20 The Theology of Suffering 26:12 The Illusion of Safety 27:53 The Fear of Safety and Eternal Purpose 28:12 John Patton's Revelation and Overcoming Fear 29:16 Living Courageously with an Eternal Perspective 30:23 Ecclesiastes and the Abundant Life 31:06 Suffering and Redemption 36:36 The Role of Silence in God's Plan 40:19 Fatherhood and Modeling Faith 46:06 Balancing Discipline and Fun in Parenting 49:22 Encouragement for Men to Build Endurance 56:21 Conclusion and Resources for Spiritual Growth
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