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Defining Fall and Harvest Season In Your Own Story with Mike Kelsey- Episode 1005

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Sep 22, 2025
Mike Kelsey, a pastor known for his insights on spiritual growth, joins to explore the meaning of fall in our lives. He encourages listeners to embrace the beauty and loss of this season, reflecting on the importance of trusting God's goodness during change. The discussion delves into distinguishing healthy growth from unhealthy, emphasizing the need for spiritual rhythms and community support. Mike also shares tips on storing up resources during times of flourishing to prepare for future challenges, promoting a mindset of resilience and hope.
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INSIGHT

Name Your Season To See Patterns

  • Labeling a year or season (a word, phrase, or title) clarifies themes and forces discernment.
  • Mike Kelsey uses journaling and review to surface patterns he otherwise misses.
INSIGHT

Beauty And Death Coexist In Fall

  • Fall holds the paradox of beauty and death, which nature models for our lives.
  • Embracing that duality helps us recognize both grief and life-giving beauty simultaneously.
ANECDOTE

Laughing While Saying Goodbye

  • Mike described sitting with family while his 92-year-old grandmother died and how laughter and grief coexisted.
  • He observed real beauty in the experience even amid deep loss.
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