EP 39: Keys Of Discernment (Ft. Jerry Flowers Jr.)
In Totality with Megan Ashley
Megan Ashley
4.9 • 4.3K Ratings
🗓️ 30 July 2024
⏱️ 58 minutes
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Summary
Do you ever wonder how mindful content consumption can transform your spiritual journey? Join me, Megan Ashley, as we sit down with our much-anticipated guest this week, Pastor Jerry Flowers Jr. lead pastors of Time of Celebration Ministries Church in Houston, TX. Together, we unravel this profound topic, cautioning against the alluring but potentially shallow practice of "buffet style" sermon listening. Pastor Jerry highlights the importance of engaging deeply with spiritual teachings. Drawing from his rich experience as a student pastor, Pastor Jerry shares how he crafts relatable illustrations to help bridge the gap between complex theological concepts and everyday understanding, ensuring the core message of the Word remains intact and impactful.
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics of generational discipleship and the unique upbringing of a pastor's child. Pastor Jerry offers a heartfelt glimpse into his life, emphasizing the significance of witnessing genuine faith in one's parents and the delicate balance of discipline and grace in a spiritual household. As we explore the lives and emotional challenges faced by pastors, Pastor Jerry underscores the necessity of authenticity and empathy in leadership.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone seeking to deepen their faith and understand the profound influence of spiritual leadership. Tune in for a conversation that promises to enrich your spiritual experience and offer valuable insights into the life of a pastor.
Other topics you will hear:
-Mindful Content Consumption
-Spiritual Realm
-Sermon
-Listening
-Theological Ideas
-Generational Discipleship
-Faith
-Discipline
-Grace,
-Leadership
-Authenticity
-God's Word
Check out Pastor Jerry's Therapy Thursday: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzLD4ioyQ24&feature=youtu.be)
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“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:42
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| 0:00.0 | I've been in the book of acts. I'm interested in the book of acts because I want to know |
| 0:09.7 | what God's original attempt for his church was. What was the original intent for the church? |
| 0:14.7 | What were we supposed to look like? |
| 0:15.8 | What does God's desire for the church to look like? |
| 0:18.6 | I feel like we have this thing. |
| 0:20.0 | We're like, nope, I don't need it. |
| 0:21.4 | If it ain't serving me, if it, you know, I feel like it's |
| 0:24.0 | I don't need it if it's become so selfish how can we find the balance I think the |
| 0:27.5 | difference in the book of acts is they were not unfamiliar with suffering |
| 0:31.7 | the church of today tries to take suffering away is |
| 0:37.0 | success. Your best life you do the it's more about success not suffering. The |
| 0:42.4 | generosity and stuff was there because when you're |
| 0:45.7 | surrounded by other people who bear their cross, it's not weird for you to bear it too, |
| 0:50.1 | because like I'm surrounded by people who crucify their flesh, you know, I'm surrounded by people who crucify their flesh. |
| 0:53.7 | You know, I'm surrounded by people who deny themselves, you know, so good. |
| 0:57.4 | I'm surrounded by, but when I'm surrounded by people who want the bag, |
| 1:00.9 | it's taking away from what the early church was not unfamiliar with suffering. |
| 1:07.8 | Hey you guys, welcome to in totality, a place where we celebrate authenticity and openness. |
| 1:12.4 | We're here for those who are willing to explore, |
| 1:14.7 | those who embrace imperfections, |
| 1:16.9 | and for those with open hearts and minds. |
| 1:18.7 | I'm excited to embark on this journey with you, |
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