Beyond the Building

45. Putting Down Strong Roots

The mangrove tree is not a beautiful tree. People do not study this tree because of the delicious fruit or the striking color of its leaves.
The mangrove tree is known for its roots. With three distinct root structures, this tree has a very specific purpose. As we are created body, soul and spirit, we find that we were created for a very specific purpose, too.

44. Growth the Challenging Times

While our natural tendency is to avoid painful, challenging seasons, these are the times that God uses to grow our trust and faith in Him.
Looking at King David’s story, this episode shows that God allows and uses difficult times to prepare us for the royal position He has purposed for us.
Perhaps difficult seasons are actually growing seasons as He continues to shape us into who we were created to be.

43. Creating an Environment for Growth Part 2

We grow best when our environments are healthy. Join us as we continue with part two as we discuss some additional topics of what to be cautious of…and what to encourage.
What are the infestations that can get inside of our hearts and minds that will destroy healthy growth? What role does perseverance play? What is the ‘Miracle Grow’ that you need to develop spiritual fruit?

42. Creating an Environment for Growth Pt. 1

This one is so rich with important practical tools for how to create an environment for growth to occur, that we had to split it over two weeks! Where you are planted matters!
How you handle topics like “deadheading” and “trimming runners” can make all the difference. God’s desire is that each of us become “green-thumbs” in our own personal growth!

41. What is Choking Your Growth?

Every seed that is planted today has the potential to impact growth generations from now. Do you know what that means for each of us?
It means that every word, every decision and every belief we live by matters…for today, for tomorrow, for a hundred years from now.
In this podcast we focus on how seeds that were planted in your life three and four generations ago, are impacting your life today.

40. ”To Be That Gal”

In Psalm 1:1-3 there is a description of a person whose life can be described as growing, flourishing, prospering, fruitful and strong.
Sounds amazing, doesn’t it?
This gal did not arrive there by accident; this podcast outlines specific steps that must be taken…”to be that gal."

39. Words that Hinder Growth

For such a small part of the body, the tongue has an incredible power over your potential for growth.
Negative words hinder growth and positive words breathe life.
Each of us needs to consider how we are responding to what has been spoken over us…and each of us must give an account for how we speak to others.

38. Building Strong Female Relationships

Our female friendships can be some of our greatest blessings, they can also produce some of our greatest challenges!
In this podcast we will be focusing on some tools for creating longevity and health in our relationships with other women.

37. Mentors and Relationships with Lisa Smith

This week, we focus on the importance of mentoring relationships as a means to build the Kingdom of God.
At a time in life when we feel disconnected, these relationships can keep us grounded, connected and growing spiritually, emotionally and relationally.
Professor Lisa Smith shares practical thoughts on how to form these relationships with us today.
Lisa is the author of "Godly Characters: Insights For Spiritual Passion From The Lives Of 8 Women In The Bible".
This book is available for purchase on Amazon as well as Square Halo Books.

36. Parenting with Missy Elliot: Watchmen at the Gate

In a time when culture seeks to turn our children away from the truth of the Word of God, we can raise our children to love the Lord and be lights in the dark.
Missy Elliott shares profound application from the book of Esther on how we as parents have been given the call to be watchmen at the gates for our children, turning their hearts toward the Lord.