Episode 198 - Michael John Cusick, "From Accountability to Accessibility, Part 3"
Oct 22, 2021
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Discussion on transitioning from accountability to accessibility through cardiologist accountability. Exploring how porn addiction can lead to true passion. Addressing the prevalence of porn viewing among Christian men. Emphasizing the role of curiosity, friendship, and spiritual growth in becoming a cardiologist of transformation.
Cardiologist accountability emphasizes internal growth and connection over external control.
Partners in cardiologist accountability explore deep emotions and inner struggles for true restoration and connection.
Deep dives
Moving from External Control to Internal Connection
The essence of cardiologist accountability discussed in the podcast is transitioning from accountability based on external consequences and control, like paying a mortgage to avoid homelessness, to internal connection and responsibility. This shift emphasizes proactive initiatives, attentiveness, and strength in maintaining accountability. It moves beyond fear of punishment to a genuine desire to inhabit and care for one's own life, combating addictions to foster true intimacy and accessibility.
Exploring Heart and Soul Awareness in Accountability
Cardiologist accountability delves into intentional relationships focused on nurturing individuals' heart and soul well-being. Unlike cop accountability that involves checking in or coach accountability for building, cardiologist accountability centers on exploring and addressing deep internal aspects. Partners engage in uncovering longings, pains, relational dynamics, and inner struggles, fostering a language of the heart that may feel unfamiliar but essential for true connection and restoration.
The Journey Towards Restoration and True Intimacy
Cardiologist accountability reflects a gospel of restoration, aiming to reclaim and enhance what was lost or damaged. It transcends mere behavioral change to seek inner transformation and freedom from shame. By embracing brokenness and vulnerability, individuals in this process pursue intimacy, grace, and deeper connections. Through authentic, grace-filled relationships, individuals are clothed in righteousness and experience profound restoration, leading to a life of peace and true freedom.
“Real accountability leads to accessibility.” - Michael John Cusick
On this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael concludes our 3-part series on Accountability:
Cop Accountability
Coach Accountability
Cardiologist Accountability
Today's episode emphasizes the third and final part, cardiologist accountability. With the cardiologist accountability strategy, this is an approach where…
“…we move from accountability to accessibility. We expose our hiddenness, but more than that, we acknowledge our brokenness. Instead of trying to manage our sin, or be inspired to obey, we recognize our need for transformation. We begin to allow God, and a few others, to walk into the messiness of our lives, and we learn that we are more than the sum of our brokenness. Cardiologist accountability does not require a professional therapist or counselor. It begins with the assumption that our whole lives, including our brokenness, are the soil in which God grows us. The only requirements for becoming a cardiologist of this kind are a healthy curiosity, a desire to be a caring friend, and a willingness to grow in your understanding of the process of spiritual transformation.”
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