Redeeming Productivity

In this episode, Reagan discusses how Christians can create a strategy for practicing the "one another" commands of Scripture. He talks about the pros and cons of different forms of communication, creating a "Personal CRM", and why letter writing is still relevant. Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. ⏳If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you'll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

Fresh back from vacation, Reagan shares some musings on the nature of Christian productivity, insights from the book of Ecclesiastes, “Chronological Optimism,” and changes he’s making in life to accommodate a broadening understanding of personal productivity. Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

What if you had the ability to perfectly recall anything you had ever learned? Imagine what you could do for the Kingdom! Well, as far as I know, that’s not possible yet but in this week’s episode, I talk about the subject of how we organize our notes into a knowledge management system. I cover some of the different approaches to the subject as well as some of the software options that are available. I also discuss the theological ramifications of knowledge management and what it means for Christians to develop a “second brain.” Links Mentioned in this Episode ZettelkastenEvernoteNotion, my review of Notion, how I use NotionObsidianRoam Research Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

In this week’s episode, I reflect on a recent interview with John Piper in which he offered up seven lessons on productivity that he’s learned over the years. Links Mentioned in this Episode Seven Lessons for Productivity from John Piper on Desiring GodThis week on the blog: Unconfessed Sin Is Killing Your ProductivityEp. 44 – Making the Most of Motivation Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

In this episode, I talk about why you should plan your day, what the elements of a good day plan are, and a step-by-step of how I plan my day each morning. Links Mentioned in this Episode Listen to my interview with James Parker in Episode 37 Read Emily Maxson’s article on the Bullet Journal Method Check out Notion, my favorite all-in-one productivity app I’ve really been enjoying using the app NotePlan 2 to keep a digital Bullet Journal Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. ⏳If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

In this episode, I get more personal and share how the Lord saved me, and how He used trials to teach me the importance of cherishing His Word and making the most of this brief life. Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter.If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

We all have those days where we wake up feeling energized and motivated. But no sooner do we launch into our work than the motivation is gone again. The problem with bursts of motivation is that they are elusive and fickle. So, how can we find ways to work even when we aren’t feeling overly motivated, and make the most of motivation when it does come? Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. ⏳If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.

A shorter episode today as I’ve been sick. I just share a couple of insights the Lord’s been teaching me during this time. But be sure to check out the interview I did with Reformed Youth Ministries on their podcast The Local Youth Worker. Lord willing, I’ll be back next week with a full episode.

We live in an age where true friendship is hard to find. But what does the Bible say makes for a true friend? And how can deep friendships make us more productive in bringing glory to God? Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter. ⏳If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you'll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.  Watch this Episode on YouTube

It seems that every week brings more alarming news. So, how can we stay focused on being good stewards of our responsibilities when the world seems to be falling apart around us? Sign-up for the Redeeming Productivity Newsletter.If you enjoy Redeeming Productivity, consider supporting my work on Patreon, where you’ll get exclusive updates and early releases of new content.