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The Braveheart Podcast

Bishop TD Interview: Crushing Part 1

Jul 17, 2019
Bishop TD Jakes, a New York Times bestselling author and influential pastor, shares profound insights on personal and spiritual growth. He discusses the transformative power of 'crushing' as a necessary step for discovering one’s true purpose. Through his engaging stories, he advocates for vulnerability in leadership and stresses the importance of empathy in parenting. Jakes also highlights the challenges younger generations face in a fast-paced world and how suffering can lead to significant personal growth, comparing it to the careful art of baking.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embracing the crushing experiences in life can lead to profound personal transformation and the emergence of one's authentic self through faith.
  • Vulnerability in sharing personal struggles fosters connection and healing, highlighting the importance of authenticity in ministry and personal growth.

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The Nature of Crushing

Crushing represents the challenges and situations that confine individuals, requiring them to trust in a higher power during moments of difficulty. This process often leads to personal transformation, where one's expectations and desires for life may die, allowing for a rebirth into a more authentic self. Instead of being defined by trauma or drama, the crushing experience serves a divine purpose by effectively breaking the will and facilitating a deeper spiritual evolution. It is in this uncomfortable place that individuals can embrace the transformative power of faith, emerging as the best versions of themselves.

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