If you take the time to look at any of the books in the self help category, there is undoubtedly going to be a consistent theme dealing with one’s habits, choices, and discipline. It’s evident that people everywhere are concerned with this idea or process of becoming. Unfortunately though what can happen is that a lot of people may find themselves stuck in between who they are and who they aspire to be. Why? I believe it’s because most people are either afraid of getting started or they lack the...
Aug 08, 2023•41 min
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, gr...
Aug 01, 2023•35 min
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 ep...
Jul 25, 2023•51 min
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...
Jul 18, 2023•35 min
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 th...
Jul 10, 2023•39 min
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 ...
Jul 04, 2023•39 min
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...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min
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 t...
Jun 20, 2023•50 min
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? ...
Jun 13, 2023•54 min
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 wee...
Jun 06, 2023•42 min
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...
May 30, 2023•38 min
Joining us today as we continue in our Mental Health Awareness Series is a renowned psychiatrist and true friend of us here at the American Association of Christian Counselors, Dr. Curt Thompson! Inspired by deep compassion for others and informed from a Christian perspective, Dr. Curt loves sharing fresh insights and practical applications for developing more authentic relationships and fully experiencing our deepest longing: to be known. However, we unfortunately live in a culture and society ...
May 23, 2023•55 min
As we are navigating our way through this Mental Health Awareness Series, it can be easy to get lost or even overwhelmed by the stats and many challenges and complexities we find ourselves in. But just because we find ourselves in a mess does not mean that God has messed up. Therefore, today we are going to be looking at what it takes to OVERCOME. Joining us this week for an incredibly powerful conversation is Senior Pastor at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, FL and Creedmoor, NC, Pastor Tim ...
May 16, 2023•30 min
Welcome back to our Mental Health Awareness Series! As many of you know, the month of May has been highlighted as Mental Health Awareness Month so we not only wanted to celebrate but also have some real conversations with some of the experts in the field who are on the front lines serving countless individuals that are struggling in the midst of the mental health disaster we find ourselves in. Let’s face it, due to the impact the last 3-4 years have had on everybody, it’s evident that people are...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 10 min
There’s no secret it’s been a wild couple of years. From the COVID lockdowns, loss, loneliness, racial tensions and trauma, rioting, sexual abuse explosion, election mess, race for a vaccine, the vaccine rollout, big tech suppression, censorship, Afghanistan, Ukraine, inflation, money stress, parental rights challenges, abortion/life battles, Fentanyl/Substance abuse crisis, rash of shootings, crime explosion, transgender identity and ideology storm, the midterm elections, etc... We now have a m...
May 02, 2023•41 min
Most of you know I have a deep love for those who have served, those who serve, and for their families who support and pray for them along the way. I come from a strong line of military patriots and was taught early on that ‘Freedom wasn’t free....that it has a price.’ Take a walk through Arlington cemetery sometime if you have never done it like I’ve been able to do with my dad and it will deeply impact you. I’ve also learned through the years as a counselor the toll and impact that serving and...
Apr 25, 2023•50 min
Joining us on the podcast this week is NFL Hall of Fame safety and one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, Brian Dawkins! Although Brian’s 16-year NFL career where he earned 9 trips to the Pro Bowl and First Team All Pro honors 5 times is most definitely something to talk about, today’s conversation will revolve around lessons Brian learned about leadership growing up, mental health challenges and adversity he faced throughout his career, and how his faith in Christ has helped him ...
Apr 18, 2023•54 min
I’ve heard it said that in life we must become a winner at the fine art of losing. In other words, loss is inevitable. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, your health, a job, and so much more. Loss can be very difficult. And what can unfortunately happen is in the midst of the pain and grief which so often accompanies these losses we can easily grow overwhelmed as our identity seems threatened. However, thankfully, our guests today have developed a powerful resource that they d...
Apr 11, 2023•45 min
It’s Easter Week!!! A time where over 2 BILLION people will remember and celebrate a risen Savior, the Risen Christ! However, it’s also during this time where a lot of people may wrestle with some of life’s big questions… Is God real? Was Jesus really the Messiah? What is HOPE? Is the tomb empty? Is He really alive? The type of questions that keep you up perhaps on one of those dark nights or periods in your life that has you doubting or questioning your faith. Well if you’ve ever been there, ou...
Apr 04, 2023•36 min
We all have battles to fight. God’s Word even reminds us that no one is a stranger to pain, challenge, or adversity in this life. Yet, as Damon West once said, “We don’t have to win all our fights, but we must fight all our fights.” However, life has a way of delivering unexpected knockout blows that often send us to the canvas of the ring with a choice to make… Will we give up, lay down, quit, throw in the towel… or will we GET BACK UP and FIGHT? You see, I’ve never met anyone who lacks the des...
Mar 28, 2023•34 min
Joining us this week on the Built Different Podcast is one of the hardest workers, heaviest hitters, and most humble individuals the NFL has ever seen. Our guest is Hall of Fame Linebacker, Superbowl Champion, and One of the Greatest Defensive Players in NFL history, Derrick Brooks. Not only was Derrick a 2-time All-American and National Champion at Florida State University, but he also went on to have one of the most decorated NFL careers including a Superbowl ring, a Defensive Player of the Ye...
Mar 21, 2023•39 min
Airing today on the Built Different Podcast is a powerful, motivational, and emotional interview from our most recent 2023 Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend where Zach had the opportunity to sit down and catch up with former 2020 AP College Football Coach of the Year and our new Liberty University Head Football Coach, Jamey Chadwell. Anchored by his 4 primary leadership principles which include Competition, Discipline, Accountability, and Purpose, Coach Chadwell desperately desires to not only form an...
Mar 14, 2023•24 min
With Easter being a little over a month away, we couldn’t imagine a more perfect guest to share about one of our favorite books he’s written titled The Grave Robber: How Jesus CAN Make Your Impossible Possible. Our guest that will be joining us today for a powerful episode on Making Room for the Miraculous in our own lives is Lead Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. and NY Times Best-Selling Author, Dr. Mark Batterson. There’s no question that so many individuals desperately ...
Mar 07, 2023•40 min
Let me ask, are you tired of being at war with your body—and your thoughts about your body? With the constant presence of social media and more, so many of us fall into the scary trap of comparison. Comparing ourselves to others. Comparing ourselves to culture and society’s definitions of perceived perfection. Maybe even comparing our current self to our younger self. Whatever it is, we get lost trying to replicate this world’s defintion of beauty rather than trying to radiate the beauty God has...
Feb 28, 2023•33 min
Time and time again, it seems as if couples are too often getting love “wrong.” They bring their hurts, wounds, and empty voids into relationships seeking for a completion rather than a companion. Unfortunately, what many tend to neglect or forget is that God is the Only Great Physician that can bring the true Help, Hope, and Healing we are looking for. However, He still allows us to play an active role in that helping process. Joining us today to discuss how we can provide the necessary safety,...
Feb 21, 2023•39 min
There’s no secret that love and relationships can be hard, difficult, and at times take a lot of work. However, when things get hard, I believe people too often quit or settle for comfort or familiarity. That being said, some of the best advice I’ve ever been given regarding love and relationships came from our guest today, when he reminded me that “What’s natural early on needs to be followed by intentional later on.” Joining us today to discuss this incredible advice is Founding and Lead Pasto...
Feb 14, 2023•36 min
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love and relationships are a hot topic of conversation. Therefore, throughout this month, we wanted to sit down with some of the best relationship experts in order to identify some healthy habits we can begin implementing within our daily lives to cultivate the love we so desperately seek. That being said, joining us today is a Licensed Professional Counselor and nationally acclaimed speaker who specializes in relationship and marital issues as well a...
Feb 07, 2023•31 min
I think we can all attest to the fact that times will inevitably come in life that seem too hard to bear. Challenge and adversity keep piling up leaving us doubtful and discouraged for what lies ahead. However, it’s in these difficult yet defining moments where the trajectory of our lives can be transformed. For today’s guest, Dr. Rick Rigsby, his defining moment took the place of him weeping at his late wife’s funeral after her bout with breast cancer, when he looked up to his father and breath...
Jan 31, 2023•29 min
The promises of the Lord are truly so comforting to me. One of my favorites includes the promise found in Isaiah 43 where God promises that He will always be with us. No matter what we are going through, no matter if it's a hill or a valley, He is there. He says in Isaiah 43:2, when we pass through those dark waters He's still there, and when we walk through the blazing hot fire, He has everything under control. Why? Because, God doesn't want us going through this life alone. He wants us to cons...
Jan 24, 2023•34 min
Change is inevitable, but growth is intentional. In other words, in order to make positive change, a decision has to be made. A decision fueled by determination, sacrifice, and conviction. Unfortunately however, many people get “stuck” in life. Whether it being a difficult past, previous mistakes, attachment wounds, settling for comfort and convenience, fear, or more, this life will throw as many knockout punches as possible causing many to lay stagnant on the canvas of the ring in life. Thankfu...
Jan 17, 2023•38 min
