The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton

One of the hardest things to do in life, but especially in sports, is to wait your turn. We often hear the cliché  statement “patience is a virtue” but oh how easy it can be to jump straight into panic mode. However, we must remember that God’s promises are often found in the midst of His processes. Maybe what feels like a waiting or wilderness season in your life is really a season of productivity and preparation. Today’s guest is someone who has committed himself to this process of progress, growth, and development in every facet of his life. Joining us today is an incredibly talented college baseball player and College World Series Champion, Mic Paul. In today’s episode you will hear how God is continuing to teach and reveal Himself to Mic through the lessons he’s learned in both mountain top as well as waiting seasons. The ultimate theme you’ll hear threaded throughout this entire conversation: If it isn’t good yet, then God is not done yet! Keep on keeping on, friend! Your breakthrough or defining moment may be just around the corner. Other Podcast featuring Mic Paul: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWH-SJtgxPE  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What are you willing to do and what are you willing to give up to be the very best version of yourself or to step into the purpose that God has placed on your life? You see I believe that so many of us are just straight up cheap. We’re so quick to sell out and trade what we want most for what we want now. It makes me think of Matthew 26:14-16 where Judas Iscariot was willing to trade the purpose and calling God placed on his life for a measly 30 pieces of silver. Thankfully in today’s podcast episode Zach will share 7 steps to build and develop the inner excellence necessary to step out of the pit you may find yourself in and into the purpose God has destined for your life. Remember, you don’t have to search for the price tag when the price has already been paid. Our prayer for you today is that through this message you would be willing to go ALL IN with Jesus and allow Him to lead, guide, and direct your steps back toward the purpose you were created for. Built Different Website: www.zachclinton.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Thomas Edison, the great inventor, who made over 1,000 unsuccessful attempts before inventing the lightbulb once said, “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” In other words, where there is no struggle, there is no progress, as pain is often our greatest catalyst for growth and change. Today, you’ll be hearing an unlikely story of what it looks like to trust the process within this life. Joining us to share his testimony and some incredible lessons he’s learned throughout a long and winding journey is an incredibly talented professional baseball player and highly anticipated Miami Marlins prospect, Pat Monteverde. Pat just recently had the opportunity of going and representing the Miami Marlins a few days ago in the Futures Game which is held annually during the MLB All-Star week, bringing together the most promising prospects from around the globe to offer fans a glimpse of the talent that will shape the future of the game. However, beyond his athleticism and on-field talent, Pat shares about his unwavering confidence that stemming from his faith in Christ and relentless work ethic. Our prayer is that after listening to today’s episode you would be encouraged and motivated through remembering that your worth, value, and identity are detached from your performance but rather rooted and anchored in Christ. Additionally, no matter what you may be going through, we pray you would remember the words of Galatians 6:9 which says, “Do not grow weary in doing what is right, for in due time, you will reap a harvest if you do not give up.” Keep on, keeping on!Link to the Pensacola Blue Wahoo’s Baseball Schedule to go support and cheer on Pat: https://www.milb.com/pensacola/tickets Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The truth is, Christianity really isn’t about a religion. It’s all about a personal and intimate RELATIONSHIP with Christ. However, many may still be wondering, well what does that even look like? How do I develop and/or strengthen my relationship with God if He isn’t physically present? Thankfully, today we have Author, Speaker, and Hope Dealer, Ryan Shieh joining us to passionately help us understand that the aim in this faith walk is not to simply be like Jesus to attain perfection. Rather the aim is to walk with Jesus to experience transformation. It's not about your behavior modification. It's about His spiritual revival. God never wanted your works or your efforts; He simply wants your heart. And the more you walk with Him and grow closer to Him, the more you will become all He has created you to be. It's called abiding. Additional to this week’s conversation, Ryan also recently released his 3rd book titled, Abiding: Living Life Abundantly, where you can continue to learn more and build off the golden nuggets he leaves with us in today’s episode. Our prayer after listening to today’s episode is that you would feel encouraged in knowing that although we will never be worthy, God still calls us worth it! Remember, He doesn’t need your performance. He simply desires your heart!To Purchase Ryan’s Book, Abiding: Living Life Abundantly: https://www.amazon.com/Abiding-Living-Abundantly-Ryan-Shieh/dp/B0BMF5L68Z Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Although many, including myself, will engage in the fun celebrations, parades, cookouts, fireworks, and more this 4th of July - a lot of people take for granted and forget the sacrifice that Freedom requires. However, thankfully today we have a true American Hero joining us to remind us of his very own words, “America is worth living for, worth fighting for and if need be, worth dying for.” On March 8th, 1971 while serving in the United States Marine Corps in South Vietnam, Tim Lee gave both of his legs to America. However, instead of quitting or becoming bitter God used this major event in Tim’s life to propel him into a ministry that no one could have imagined at that time. Now having served 50 years in full-time ministry, where he has ministered in all 50 states and numerous countries addressing thousands of local churches, Christian schools, civic organizations, colleges and universities, hundreds of special patriotic events, as well as thousands of Marines and Marine Recruits every year, God continues to use Tim’s heart of passion and patriotism to share and spread the good news of the gospel. Today our prayer is that in and throughout this episode you would be open and receptive to what God has for you. Through the power of Tim’s testimony as well as the good news of the gospel which is presented, we pray that your life would be forever impacted and changed because of the sacrifice God gave for you. Additionally, even in the challenging and chaotic times we may find ourselves in as a country, our hope is that you would be reminded of just how blessed we are to live in the Land of The Free because it’s the Home of The Brave. Happy Independence Day!To Find Out More about Tim Lee: https://timlee.org/ To Purchase Tim’s Autobiography, Born on the Fifth of July: Recreated in Vietnam: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Fifth-July-Tim-Lee/dp/1683469895  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Research is clear - Dads matter! And whether young or old, male or female, we all consider his presence one of the most important factors/elements in our lives both for good or bad. However, despite the overwhelming amount of research that supports the positive impact a father’s presence can have on his children’s lives, we find ourselves in what many have identified as a “pandemic of fatherlessness” in our country today. If the stats hold true, nearly 40% of kids will at some point wake up in a home where their biological father does not live. And that to me my friends is not only devastating, but actually become detrimental to the trajectory of a child’s life. In knowing this, we wanted to have a real and honest conversation around the topic of fatherlessness, but also what it looks like to push beyond the pain by stepping into the path and process of forgiveness. Thankfully, today we have a very special guest who easily has one of the most powerful testimonies I’ve ever heard involving pain and brokenness but also forgiveness and restoration within a father-son relationship. Joining us today is spoken-word and gospel hip-hop artist, podcaster, and preacher, Legin! Inspired by his father’s battle with addiction, Legin speaks about turning fatherlessness into forgiveness, racial reconciliation and urban apologetics, as well as the hope of the gospel in and throughout his music. Our prayer is that through today’s you would be reminded of the power and peace found in forgiveness as well as the reminder that although you may be damaged, you are not defeated. And how do I know that? Because what’s damaged you will never define you. To find out more about Legin and his story/ministry, CLICK THIS LINK: https://legin.tv/To check out Legin’s GOOD ENUF Concert Series, CLICK THIS LINK: https://legin.tv/concert/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Although the Church does so much more good than it has ever done bad, several pressing questions still linger - What do you do when you are hurt by “The Church?” Maybe you’ve been hurt by a pastor or a church leader or a member of the church. Do you walk out of Christianity and abandon the church altogether? Or are there any other alternatives? Joining us today to help us unpack some of these challenging yet necessary questions is a man who just released a new song and FREE 7-Day Devotional on the topic, Matt Hammitt. Many may be familiar with Matt’s work as he’s a renowned singer and songwriter having served as the lead singer for Sanctus Real from 1996-2016 as well as being an impactful author and sought after speaker. However, recently, God placed it upon Matt’s heart to release his new single titled, “Church Hurt,” along with a FREE 7-Day Devotional titled, “Life After Church Hurt,” in order to appeal to the heart of those who have been wounded within families of faith and encourage and equip them through a lens of hope and healing. Through his own personal experiences as well as insightful lessons God has taught him throughout his journey, our prayer is that today’s episode would help you begin to takes steps toward healing in knowing that although people will hurt us, we cannot let that affect or infect our view of God and the church He loves. Matt’s New Single, “Church Hurt”: https://youtu.be/B1MSiZfCw4c Matt’s FREE 7-Day Devotional, “Life After Church Hurt”: http://matthammitt.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Let’s face it. For most of us, prayer is a struggle. We know we should pray. Deep down, we have some sense that it would be good for us—that it would help us be more grounded, more connected to God. But in the busyness of our hurried lives, slowing down to pray can often feel like a cosmic waste of time. We begin asking questions such as:-Do our prayers even matter?-Why does it so often feel like there’s no one on the other end of the line?-What, if anything, is truly happening when we pray?-Are we having words with God or just words with ourselves?In today’s episode and in his new book, Words with God, Addison Bevere invites you deeper into the tension of prayer—the struggles, the doubts, the answers—the divine wrestling of it all. In this fast-paced and fragmented world, you’ll discover how prayer is the only way to put it all back together. Throughout history, the people of God have been known as those who wrestle with him. There are no formulas. God doesn’t fit in our boxes. He can’t be pinned down. But he invites us to know him by contending with him. Authentically. Honestly. Here. Now.Link to Addison’s new book, Words with God: https://addisonbevere.com/  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Joining us today on the Built Different Podcast is a dear friend of ours here at the American Association of Christian Counselors as she’s been a headline speaker at several of our Extraordinary Women’s Events throughout the years, Alli Worthington! Besides being a renowned speaker at conferences, business events, and nonprofit gatherings, Alli is also a best-selling author; business coach and consultant for individuals, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies; as well as the host of her weekly podcast titled, “The Alli Worthington Show.” Additionally, some of her greatest joys include being a wife to her husband, Mark, and being the mother of 5 incredible boys who make sure her life is never boring! However, even in the midst of the craziness and chaos of wearing several different hats, Alli is passionate about encouraging, empowering, and pushing others closer to the heart of God. In today’s episode Alli vulnerably shares some of the challenges she’s experienced over the last several years and how through the fire, God has forged a fierce faith within her, built and developed dreams rooted in her purpose, and propelled her into a deeper love for the life she has been given. There may be a lie that you’ve been listening to or believing that makes you think that isn’t possible for you, but our prayer is that through today’s episode you would be encouraged to step up and step out in faith for the abundantly more that God has prepared for YOU too!Alli’s website: https://alliworthington.com/ Link to Alli’s Brand New Book - REMAINING YOU WHILE RAISING THEM: THE SECRET ART OF CONFIDENT MOTHERHOOD: https://alliworthington.com/remaining-you-while-raising-them  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Can you believe it’s already the last week of May? It’s absolutley crazy how fast time is flying this year! That being said, we are in our final episode of our Mental Health Awareness Series here on the podcast, but trust me when I say, I think I saved one of, if not, the most important topics for last. Today we’re going to be talking all about BOUNDARIES. Let’s be honest, one of the great challenges in life for pretty much everyone is the ability to set and actually implement healthy boundaries and to discern when to say yes and when or even how to say no. Thankfully, Joining us today is a man that is not only a dear friend to all of us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors, but he’s also a leading voice on the topic of Boundaries, Dr. John Townsend. Many of you may be familiar with John’s work as he and Dr. Henry Cloud had the incredible opportunity of collaborating together to write the New York Times best-selling book titled Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No, to Take Control of your life. But beyond that incredible work, John has written several other best-sellers such as People Fuel, Leading From Your Gut, and the Entitlement Cure. He’s a business consultant, leadership coach, and psychologist. He’s a man who has over 20 years of experience in meeting and engaging with leaders, organizations, and individuals all around the globe to help offer them life-changing solutions to their problems. He hosts his own online live video call-in program called, Dr. Townsend Live and is the cohost of the exploding nationally-syndicated talk show “NEW LIFE LIVE.” And then in addition to all of those incredible feats and endeavors, John spends a lot of his time developing others through the Townsend Leadership Program and the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling. That being said, in and throughout our conversation today, you’ll have the opportunity of gleaning so much from his wealth of knowledge and wisdom and to more fully understand what boundaries are, why it’s so difficult to implement them, and healthy ways in which we can begin saying no and setting boundaries through understanding that boundaries are biblical and that they actually help us not only love ourselves but also others more deeply and effectively.  Dr. John Townsend’s website: https://drtownsend.com/ (Book) Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life - https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/B072C64V1L/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=580744465664&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9011800&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14117254222577274583&hvtargid=kwd-1236754715&hydadcr=8262_13500864&keywords=boundaries+by+townsend&qid=1684940678&sr=8-1Townsend Leadership Program:  https://drtownsend.com/townsend-leadership-program/ Townsend Institute for Leadership & Counseling: https://www.cui.edu/townsend Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.