In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, hosts Steve and Michael explore the biblical concept of 'minding your own business' as they delve into 1 Thessalonians 4.

They discuss the importance of leading a quiet life amidst chaos, managing life a bit like a corporation, and the significance of stewardship and balance in various life areas.

The conversation emphasizes God's creative authority in our lives, the need to avoid distractions and comparisons, and ultimately living a life that pleases God through love and stewardship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

02:55 Minding Your Own Business: A Biblical Perspective

06:11 Leading a Quiet Life in a Chaotic World

08:50 Managing Life Like a Corporation

11:53 The Importance of Balance in Life

15:05 Stewardship and Responsibility

17:51 God's Creative Authority in Our Lives

21:09 Avoiding Distractions and Comparisons

24:05 Living a Life that Pleases God

26:58 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of our podcast Steve and Colleen explore the themes of safety, trust, and the importance of surrounding oneself with safe people. They delve into childhood experiences that shape our understanding of safety, the significance of having trustworthy counselors, and the impact of family dynamics on our ability to trust others.

The metaphor of a 'glass ball' is introduced to illustrate the fragility of trust and the need to be cautious about whom we allow into our lives. The discussion also highlights the traits of unsafe individuals and the importance of recognizing these behaviors to foster healthier relationships.

In this conversation, Steve and Colleen delve into the complexities of spiritual abuse, the importance of identifying safe individuals in one's life, and the role of Christ in the healing journey. They discuss the attributes that define a safe person, the necessity of holding space for others, and practical steps toward personal healing and growth.

The conversation emphasizes the need for authentic relationships and the transformative power of forgiveness and understanding.

Download Safe and Unsafe People Attributes Here: https://embracingbrokenness.org/download-safe-and-unsafe-people-attributes/

Chapters

00:00 Finding Safe Spaces in Childhood

01:56 The Importance of Safe Counselors

04:10 Identifying Safe and Unsafe People

06:05 The Impact of Family Patterns on Trust

09:56 The Glass Ball Metaphor for Trust

18:06 Recognizing Unsafe Behaviors in Relationships

19:58 Defining Unsafe People and Their Traits

28:41 Understanding Power Dynamics in Spiritual Abuse

32:02 Identifying Safe vs. Unsafe People

33:30 The Role of Christ in Healing

41:55 Attributes of a Safe Person

49:51 The Importance of Holding Space

54:34 Practical Steps Towards Healing and Safety

In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, host Steve Adams engages in a profound conversation with Chip Skowron, a former Hedge Fund Manager indicted for insider trading, who shares his transformative journey from a life of self-serving behaviors and material success to one of redemption and purpose.

Chip discusses his early traumas, the impact of his career changes, and his commitment to prison ministry, emphasizing the importance of celebrating stories of redemption and healing. This conversation delves into the themes of brokenness, redemption, and the transformative power of community.

They reflect on their journey from a life of deceit and materialism to one of authenticity and purpose, emphasizing the importance of confession, community support, and the role of faith in healing.

The discussion also highlights the significance of prison ministry and the Prison Entrepreneurship Program in fostering connections and providing hope for those affected by incarceration.

Prison Entrepreneurship Program: https://www.pep.org/

New Caanan Society: https://newcanaansociety.org/

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Redemption

05:29 From Medicine to Finance: A Life Transformed

12:34 The Impact of Early Trauma

20:18 Struggles with Identity and Expectations

25:08 Navigating Career Changes and Life Decisions

32:01 The Quest for Soul Satisfaction

34:52 The Consequences of Deceit and Brokenness

38:36 Transformation Through Community and Confession

41:40 The Power of Community in Adversity

45:45 Building Bridges: Prison Ministry and Redemption

48:55 Connecting Inside and Outside: The Prison Entrepreneurship Program

56:10 The Importance of Authentic Community

01:00:51 Hope and Healing Beyond Incarceration