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Episode 122 - The 12 Cries | Advice [PART 12]

We're ending out our 12 Cries series by discussing the need for advice. Your kids are crying for your counsel. While how you give advice will evolve as your kids grow up, the truth is they never outgrow the need for your support and encouragement.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

Episode 121 - The 12 Cries | Arsenal [PART 11]

Your kids want to change the culture. To do so they’re going to need an arsenal of spiritual disciplines that will equip them to make disciples within their most important contexts—their communities, industries, and homes.

Episode 120 - Your Word

Have you ever considered choosing one word to define the focus of your attention for an entire year? This is a practice Tom has encouraged for years, and today he's going to talk about the benefits that await those who take on the challenge.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 119 - The 12 Cries | Adulthood [Part 10]

Our children eventually come to an age when they desire to press against the structures that have supported and nurtured them through childhood and break forth into adulthood. This is a natural and good desire; however, parents must be proactive in preparing for this stage so they're able to help their children launch successfully from the nest.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

Episode 118 - The 12 Cries | Accountability [PART 9]

Today, in the 12 Cries series, Tom discusses the ninth cry—Accountability. Your kids need your continual support. Whether they'll admit it or not, they need you to hold them accountable to the high standards of your family's values and behaviors.

Episode 117 - The Slate is Wiped Clean

The new year is fast approaching! With it comes new opportunities, new challenges, and the possibility of wiping the slate clean. Today Tom instructs us on how to reconcile what has happened in the past, offer forgiveness to those who need it, and move confidently into all the Lord has for us in 2021.

Episode 116 - Why Holidays are Important

Merry Christmas from your PointTaken family! We wish you all the best as you celebrate the birth of Jesus this holiday season.

Episode 115 - The 12 Cries | Attitude [PART 8]

Today, we continue in our 12 Cries series by discussing the cry of attitude. Our kids desire for their character to be shaped. And they'll latch on to whoever takes on the task of shaping it. If parents want to be in the shaping role, they'll have to start when their children are young, and bring influential others along to help with the process as they grow.

Episode 114 - The 12 Cries | Action [PART 7]

We're on to part 7 this week in our 12 Cries series, discussing the need for action. Our kids need to feel they're making a meaningful contribution to our households. Their level of contribution will be contingent upon their age and stage; however, attentive parents will find creative ways to integrate their children into the work and productivity of the home. After the show, head over to Apple Podcast or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 113 - The 12 Cries | Access [PART 6]

Today we pick up our 12 cries series again by talking about the sixth need children have-access. They want to be on your calendar. And they want to be in a priority spot on your calendar. Gaining perspective on the short amount of time you have to be influential in their lives will give you the needed motivation to make sure your children have the access to you they require.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 113 - Cries | Access [PART 6]

Today we pick up our 12 cries series again by talking about the sixth need children have-access. They want to be on your calendar. And they want to be in a priority spot on your calendar. Gaining perspective on the short amount of time you have to be influential in their lives will give you the needed motivation to make sure your children have the access to you they require.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 112 - Thanksgiving

Today, we take a short break from our 12 cries series to bring you Tom's Thanksgiving message from 2019.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 111 - The 12 Cries | Authority [PART 5]

Whether they'll admit it or not, your kids want you to establish boundaries for them. They need to know when they're off base, and out of bounds. In part 5 of the "12 Cries" series, Tom talks about the cry of authority and how parents should appropriately exercise it within their homes.

Episode 110 - The 12 Cries | Assimilation [PART 4]

Today, on the podcast we’re continuing our series 12 Cries of a Child’s Heart by talking about the need of assimilation. Our kids want to be connected to the world around them. They want to belong. It’s this belonging that helps them discover who they are and how God has wired them. Ultimately, connecting to those around them sets them up for a productive and meaningful life. Parents must provide wisdom so kids know how and with whom to connect. After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts ...

Episode 109 - The 12 Cries [PART 3]

We continue our 12-part series on the 12 cries of a child's heart by discussing the cry of attention.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 109 - The 12 Cries | Attention [PART 3]

We continue our 12-part series on the 12 cries of a child's heart by discussing the cry of attention.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 108 - The 12 Cries | Affirmation [PART 2]

Last week we started our 12-part series on the 12 cries of a child's heart by talking about the cry of acceptance. Today,  we turn our attention to affirmation. We live in a negative world. A place waiting to tear you down. So, it's crucial your children are built up and affirmed within the four walls of your home.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 108 - The 12 Cries [PART 2]

Last week we started our 12-part series on the 12 cries of a child's heart by talking about the cry of acceptance. Today,  we turn our attention to affirmation. We live in a negative world. A place waiting to tear you down. So, it's crucial your children are built up and affirmed within the four walls of your home.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 107 - The 12 Cries [PART 1]

The moment a child is born, he or she starts to cry. They have a long list of physical needs that require immediate attention. While the cries of their physical needs eventually cease, the cries of their souls are constant and unending. Over the next 12 weeks, we're going to explore the 12 most dominant cries of a child's heart. Today, in part one, we discuss the cry of acceptance. Not only acceptance based on good behavior but acceptance (period). Deal with the behavior or misbehavior separ...

Episode 107 - The 12 Cries | Acceptance [PART 1]

The moment a child is born, he or she starts to cry. They have a long list of physical needs that require immediate attention. While the cries of their physical needs eventually cease, the cries of their souls are constant and unending. Over the next 12 weeks, we're going to explore the 12 most dominant cries of a child's heart. Today, in part one, we discuss the cry of acceptance. Not only acceptance based on good behavior but acceptance (period). Deal with the behavior or misbehavior separ...

Episode 106 - The Helmet of Salvation

The mind is the site of the most vicious battles that are waged in our lives. If we get control of our thoughts, we get control of our lives. Today, Tom discusses the importance of taking up the helmet of salvation daily.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 105 - Labels

We all have this innate tendency to label things. It's part of what makes us human. One of the first jobs given to man in the Garden of Eden was that of labeling all the creatures he found around himself. This desire to identify and classify the world around us is good; however, sin, as it always does, twists this good instinct into a powerful tool of destruction. Today, Tom and Matt discuss the breakdown of public discourse and the proliferation of destructive labels within our culture.  ...

Episode 104 - Hopelessness

If we're honest, we all find ourselves hopeless at some point or another. Some experience it every so often during a difficult season. Others are consumed by an overwhelming wave of hopelessness in their day-to-day lives. Today, Tom gives us three principles to follow on the path back to hope.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

Episode 103 - Balance

Do you struggle to balance all the responsibilities competing for your time and attention? If so, you're not alone. In fact, this might be one of the most common struggles of life in the modern world. But it doesn't have to be chronic; it doesn't have to rob your joy. Today, Tom discusses how to regain equilibrium by focusing on the One from whom all order and harmony originate. After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.

Episode 102 - Mentoring

Do you have what it takes to be a great mentor? Today, Tom gives us six characteristics of great mentorship.

Episode 101 - Hope

What comes to mind when you hear the word hope? Wishful thinking? Hand-wringing anticipation? What if hope were something more secure? Something more eternal? Today, Tom looks at the theme of hope in the scriptures and gives reasons why Christians should have firm, eternal hope. After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.

Episode 100 - Worldview [PART 3]

In today's show, we wrap up our 3-part worldview series by discussing spiritism and Post-modernism.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.

Episode 99 - Worldview [PART 2]

Episode 98 - Biblical Worldview [PART 1]

Today, Tom introduces the biblical worldview framework and helps us recognize where our lenses have been skewed by our culture.

Episode 98 - Worldview [PART 1]

Today, Tom introduces the biblical worldview framework and helps us recognize where our lenses have been skewed by our culture.

Episode 97 - 3 Cs of Healthy Culture

Today, Zac Hufty joins us again to talk about the three most important characteristics of healthy company culture.

Episode 96 - Your Words Matter

Your words matter. They impact your life and the lives of those around you in deep and profound ways. Today, Tom discusses how to get control of your words and bring them in alignment with God's vision for your speech.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

PointTaken Update - July 29, 2020

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Episode 95 - Relational Equity

It's hard to accomplish almost anything without high levels of relational equity. Today, Tom talks about how to relate to people in a way that builds trust and loyalty for the long haul.

Episode 94 - The 4 Ps of Decision Making

How are you at making decisions? Are you impulsive and reckless, or do you need a bit of a push? Today, Tom discusses four areas to consider when faced with big decisions.

Episode 93 - Principles

Today, Tom discusses why it's important to follow principles in your day-to-day life.

Episode 92 - Father's Day

Today, Tom and Zac reminisce on an important moment in their father-son relationship.

Episode 91 - The Empty Nest

Do you and your spouse have a plan for how your relationship will continue to grow and thrive in the empty nest season? Today, Tom and Rhonda give some principles to follow when planning to be empty nesters.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 90 - Racial Reconciliation

Today we're joined by Al Edney to discuss racial reconciliation in the cultural moment.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

Episode 89 - Eliminating Hurry with Zac Hufty

How are you doing with rest? Do you feel deeply connected to God and His calling on your life, or are you stressed out, burned out and a day from falling apart? Today's guest, Zac Hufty, talks about how to reconnect to rest and discusses the importance of rediscovering the ancient spiritual discipline of the sabbath.  After the show head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.   

Episode 88 - Be Anxious for Nothing

On today's episode, Tom shares more thoughts on how to navigate the Covid-19 quarantine. We discuss Paul's command to be anxious for nothing and walk through how to practically work this out during the current global crisis.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.     

Episode 87 - In the Abundance of Counselors

Making wise decisions is a multifaceted process. It requires looking beyond the haze of emotion and objectively considering the alternatives. Often, you need time to gain further education or experience. The part we sometimes look over is that of seeking wise counsel. Today, Tom walks us through how to seek wise counsel, and how to evaluate the counsel we receive.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 86 - The Fruit of the Spirit

How are you doing spiritually during this time? When you examine yourself against the fruit of the spirit, what do you discover? If there are areas where you sense you could grow, today's episode will be a source of encouragement for you.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 85 - Leading Through a Crisis at Home

How do you lead your family in the midst of a crisis? Today, Tom walks through last week's 6-step plan for leading through the fog of a crisis and talks about how to apply these same principles to leading at home.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 84 - Leading Through a Crisis

How do you lead in the midst of a crisis? Today, Tom gives us a 6-step plan for leading through the fog of a crisis.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.

Episode 83 - Uncovering the Mystery of self-Esteem with Cam Meers

Self-esteem can be a mysterious subject to explore. Many of us struggle to have a balanced approach to our self-esteem, often leaning too far one direction on the positive/negative spectrum. Yet, building healthy, positive self-esteem isn't the mystery we assume it to be. Today's guest, Cam Meers, shows us the simple, though sometimes difficult, path forward.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.     

Episode 82 - How to Work from Home

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many of you are working from home for the first time in your career. Today, Tom gives some practical tips to follow to make that transition as effective as possible.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcast or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 81 - Responding to Covid-19

Today, Tom talks about Covid-19 and how to view this crisis from God's perspective.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 80 - The Case for Personal Development

With our schedules and world currently turned upside down by Covid-19, there's no better time to talk about personal development. Today, Tom provides practical guidance and resources on continually developing yourself.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast. 

Episode 79 - Dan Meers, Mascot of the Kansas City Chiefs, Super Bowl LIV Champs [PART 2]

Today we continue our series with special guest, Dan Meers. Dan has been the mascot for the Kansas City Chiefs-KC Wolf-for the past 30 years. Today's episode is an interview Tom and Matt did with Dan during Friends weekend at FBMaryville in February 2020.  After the show, head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review on the podcast.