In this conversation, The Clyde's discuss their return to podcasting after a month-long break. They reflect on their experiences during that time, including Easter, Liz's birthday, and more. They also share their takeaways from the Abide women's conference and the Freedom Friday worship nights. The conversation ends with Liz's pretty big announcement.

Takeaways:

• Taking breaks from regular activities can be refreshing and provide new perspectives.

• Attending conferences and worship nights can be opportunities for encountering God and sharing experiences with others.

• Having the right posture and expectation can lead to meaningful encounters with God.

• Being open to learning new things and gaining fresh perspectives can deepen one's faith.

• Trusting in God's plan and being willing to step out in faith can lead to new opportunities.

In this episode, Taylor and Elizabeth share at a worship and prayer service and discuss the importance of preserving spiritual milestones and moving forward in faith. They emphasize the need to remember and mark significant moments with God, to share those experiences with others, and to continue growing and moving forward in faith. Be sure to share this episode with a friend!

Takeaways:

• It is important to remember and mark significant moments with God, whether through journaling, calendar events, or other means.
• Sharing our experiences with others can encourage and inspire them in their own faith journeys.
• Moving forward in faith means continuing to seek God and His plans for our lives, even in the midst of challenges and difficulties.

In this episode, Taylor and Elizabeth discuss the value of studying as a spiritual discipline. Sounds like a real page-turner, right? They emphasize the importance of studying the Bible and internalizing its teachings in order to recall and apply them in daily life. They also share strategies for effective studying, such as creating flashcards and finding a quiet study environment. The conversation highlights the difference between studying the Bible and studying academic textbooks, emphasizing the need for a personal connection with the author of the Scriptures. They also address common challenges in studying, including procrastination, distraction, and the desire for comfort. They encourage listeners to prioritize growth and development through studying.

Takeaways:

• Studying the Bible is a spiritual discipline that allows followers of Jesus to grow and develop in their faith.
• Effective studying strategies include creating flashcards, finding a quiet study environment, and setting aside dedicated study time.
• Studying the Bible is different from studying academic textbooks because it involves a personal connection with the author and a desire to internalize and apply the teachings.
• Common challenges in studying include procrastination, distraction, and the desire for comfort. Overcoming these challenges requires discipline and a commitment to growth.
• If you're not growing, you're dying. Prioritize studying and personal growth to deepen your understanding of the Bible and strengthen your faith.

Taylor recently got to share his heart and cast vision with all of the worship, production, and photography teams at Faith Church. The whole theme of the conversation is the call to create, with Taylor emphasizing that God-the ultimate creator-calls us to create. He explains that our creativity is a form of worship and a tool for ministry and witnessing.

We hope you find this conversation encouraging!

Welcome back to the pod! In this episode, we recap El's recent trip to this year's If:Gathering. She shares how the speakers covered topics such as revival, running our race, fixing our eyes on Jesus, admitting our thirst, and finding home base in God's presence. Main Takeaways:

• Revival may inconvenience our balanced lives, but it is necessary for growth.
• We should run our race and cheer others on, fixing our eyes on Jesus.
• Admitting our thirst for God's presence is essential for quenching our spiritual needs.
• Finding home base in God's presence allows us to have abundance living.

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Thanks for watching! In this episode, we're discussing finding balance in life. We share our struggles balancing different areas of our lives and the importance of setting priorities and boundaries. We also emphasize the need to care for yourself rather than strive for perfection in achieving balance. Overall, we're encouraging listeners to pursue balance in a way that works for them and aligns with their values and goals. Main Takeaways:

• Setting priorities and boundaries is essential for finding balance in life.
• Taking care of oneself is crucial for overall well-being and balance.
• Balance is not about perfection but about managing priorities and focusing on what truly matters.

• Striving for balance should not lead to guilt or over-explaining one's choices.

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of investing in oneself and personal development. We share our own experiences with coaching programs, conferences, and small groups, highlighting the value of community and accountability in growth. We also explore the biblical foundation for personal development, emphasizing the need for transformation and renewal of the mind. The episode concludes with practical steps for investing in oneself, including setting goals, finding resources, and joining relevant groups or courses.

Takeaways:

• Investing in oneself and personal development is crucial for growth and transformation.
• Community and accountability play a significant role in personal development.
• Renewing the mind is a biblical foundation for personal and spiritual growth.
• Practical steps for investing in oneself include setting goals, finding resources, and joining relevant groups or courses.

In this episode, we discuss the topic of waiting and how to wait well. We share personal experiences of waiting for car repairs and waiting for answered prayers. We also explore different types of waiting, such as exciting, dreadful, and uncertain waiting. The Clydes provide strategies for waiting, including turning to worship and focusing on the Lord. We emphasize the importance of surrendering and trusting in God during the waiting process. The episode concludes with a discussion of the lost art of waiting and the tendency to rush through life.

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Takeaways:

• Waiting is a common experience in life, and it is important to learn how to wait well.
• Strategies for waiting include turning to worship, focusing on the Lord, and distracting oneself with other activities.
• Surrendering and trusting in God during the waiting process is crucial.
• Rushing through life and relationships can lead to negative outcomes, and it is important to embrace the waiting process.
• Waiting can be an opportunity for growth, perspective, and developing patience.