Soul Talks With Bill & Kristi Gaultiere

Discover how getting stuck in your thoughts can leave you feeling detached and lonely. The hosts delve into the power of empathy, vulnerability, and self-acceptance in enriching relationships. They share how genuine emotional connection can foster personal growth and deepen intimacy. By exploring the importance of receiving and reflecting God's empathy, listeners learn to embrace their emotions and communicate openly, transforming their connections with others. The conversation highlights the journey to emotional intelligence and fulfilling relationships.

Are your big feelings misunderstood by others? All of us have tender parts of ourselves that long for a safe place to call home. Sadly, it's easy for sensitivity to get rejected as "too emotional" or "unbiblical." Yet Jesus the Feeler welcomes our emotions and cares for us in his empathetic love.Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi affirm the God-given need to be seen, known, and understood as they discuss their new book Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You. You'll experience freedom from the shame placed on emotions as you learn how your feelings actually draw you deeper into Jesus’ heart. Resources for this Episode:Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for YouAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatEarn a Certificate in Spiritual Direction

All of us can fall asleep to the reality of God's trinitarian presence and slip into making life happen on our own. Yet the Three-Person God shows us how deeply relational he is and invites us to fully immerse ourselves in intimate friendship with him.Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi help you wake up to the spiritual truth that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit surround you and are with you always. You'll be enthralled by their powerful vision of the Kingdom and equipped with disciplines to help you rest in the Loving Community of God during all your daily activities and endeavors. Resources for this Episode:Your Best Life in Jesus’ Easy Yoke: Rhythms of Grace to De-Stress and Live EmpoweredBreath Prayer GuidesDeeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God’s Great Empathy for YouAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

Most Christians know the importance of taking their faith seriously. But getting too serious when it comes to spiritual disciplines or ministry responsibilities can miss God's heart for relationship. Thankfully, our loving and joyful Papa wants to help us move from duty into sharing his delight.Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi invite you to glorify God by enjoying the radiance of Jesus all around you! You'll learn to enjoy God through simple practices like sitting and relaxing, appreciating nature, and savoring time with friends. Resources for this Episode:Breath Prayer GuidesAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

Many Christians share Jesus' big heart for others and desire to love people like him. But all of us can fall prey to caring for others in a way that's fueled by our own unrecognized needs or wounds. Even good intentions can drain our souls and leave us feeling resentful towards ministry and people. Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi talk about the tension between loving sacrifice and codependency. You'll learn how to search your own soul with Jesus and cultivate an emotionally healthy attachment to Abba so you can discern who to serve and how to partner with God for greater fruitfulness.Resources for this Episode:Attend a Soul Shepherding RetreatMeet with a Soul Shepherding Spiritual DirectorDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

It's easy for all of us to get swept away by the powerful current of "doing more." Although too many responsibilities stress us out, we often don't realize that unconscious emotions and unmet needs drive us toward giving too much of ourselves. Thankfully we can learn to care for our souls with Jesus and approach life in God's Kingdom with a full tank. Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi dive into the psychology behind busyness. You'll become aware of the unique factors that keep you from prioritizing soul care so you can establish new rhythms with the Good Shepherd and serve others in freedom. Resources for this Episode:Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith: Growing Emotionally and Spiritually Through the EnneagramSoul Shepherding Enneagram ResourcesDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

It can feel impossible to attune to Jesus' presence and hear his voice when so many stressors fight for our attention. Factors like health issues, relational tension, and the busyness of life and work make it challenging to genuinely sense Christ with us. Even still, Jesus speaks to the deepest desire of our hearts when he invites us to abide in him through all of life (John 15:5; 16:33).Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi talk about the necessity of inner stillness in your relationship with Jesus. You'll be equipped with surprising ways to cultivate a centeredness with Jesus that integrate practicing spiritual disciplines with biblically-based psychology. Resources for this Episode:Attend a Soul Shepherding RetreatMeet with a Soul Shepherding Spiritual DirectorDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

In this conversation, Dave Wiedis, founder of Serving Leaders Ministries and author of 'The Spiritually Healthy Leader', shares insights on nurturing emotional health among leaders. He discusses the critical impact of hidden ruling passions, such as loneliness and control, on motivation. Wiedis emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the need to surrender to God for true spiritual vitality. Listeners can glean wisdom on overcoming personal struggles, improving empathy, and fostering resilience in their leadership journeys.

It's likely you have memories that you wish you could forget. Remembering times of suffering or trauma can feel uncomfortable and often triggers distressing emotions like fear, shame, or grief. But inviting Jesus into your memories can transform places of pain into precious moments of healing with our Redeemer.Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi talk about how memory can nourish your faith and help you flourish with Jesus. You'll be surprised to learn how powerful reflecting on your journey — both the peaks and the pits — is to your spiritual and emotional growth in Christlikeness. Resources for this Episode:Healing Prayer: For Emotional & Physical WholenessAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatVisual Devotion Card Bundle

All of us have left conversations feeling hurt because somebody hopped to a quick judgment or attempted to fix us instead of genuinely listening. This is not only damaging to your mental health but also opposes your formation in Christlikeness. Thankfully, learning to receive and give empathy helps you agree with grace so you can know you are deeply loved by God and overflow with his affection when caring for others. Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi share from years of experience how they've seen God's powerful empathy heal and transform the lives of his children. You also don't want to miss the exciting news they share at the end of their conversation.Resources for this Episode:Preorder Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God’s Great Empathy for YouAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatMeet with a Soul Shepherding Spiritual DirectorEarn a Certificate in Spiritual DirectionDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks