Restless The Podcast
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsOur mission is provide a forum for the “restless”. A place where they can tell their story or hear the inspirational stories of others that could provide a reason to hope for eternity or just take another breath for one more day. To share the stories of real people with hearts restless to find what they were made for. We see people's hearts as waves desperate to finally discover rest on an eternal shore.
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The Good Way
January 27, 2021 17:15 - 2 minutes - 5.76 MBThink about this: Whether we choose to admit it or not we all are looking for rest of our souls. And there are many paths in this world to choose from that claim to lead to that rest…some are new and some are ancient. God told his people to choose the ancient paths but not just any ancient path…but the “Good Way.” Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 The ancient path...that is the Good Way…is clearly marked with t...
The Table
January 25, 2021 17:46 - 2 minutes - 5.79 MBThe Lord is the good shepherd, who has for thousands of years led all those listen to his voice through the most troubling times of life….but more than that has set before us a table of provisions in the presence of adversity. Jesus said “My sheep hear my voice and I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:27 Do you hear the voice of the shepherd? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the Shadows
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 2 minutes - 6.64 MBBased On Psalms 23:4 When you enter into the valleys of life, and you will, and the shadows of fear darken your path, will you do it alone? Before you decide heed the words from the Good Shepherd in John 16 “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Straight Line
January 20, 2021 03:14 - 2 minutes - 5.83 MBWhen we put our trust in the Good Shepherd we are directed on pathways that might seem slow and methodical but they provide sure footing with outcomes that are eternal. This Good Shepherd….he guides us on the paths of righteousness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Quiet Waters
January 18, 2021 03:07 - 2 minutes - 5.78 MBWe all have a thirst that rises from our souls …but not everything will quench that thirst. The Good Shepherd of Psalms 23 however, leads us to quiet waters where we may drink in safety, water that is life giving not taking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Green Pastures
January 15, 2021 20:39 - 2 minutes - 5.8 MBWho is your shepherd? We all have someone or something that leads us. Yet when trust the Good Shepherd he will lead us to what we need today. You may not see it now, but a new tuft of grass will always be there in the morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paralyzed With Fear
January 13, 2021 19:50 - 4 minutes - 10.6 MBWhen the storms of life and the scary stories of the past form an almost paralyzing fear…then call out to the Lord and listen for his voice to say "come." It’s then that not only is fear overcome…you might even do something amazing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Hope That Binds
January 11, 2021 23:01 - 2 minutes - 5.77 MBAsk yourself who or what does your hope tie you to? It’s a question that our Lord puts on all of our hearts. Is it something that will last forever or is it just temporary? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I Am Willing
January 08, 2021 14:34 - 2 minutes - 5.81 MBAre you courageous enough to say "I Am Willing?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who Do You Say I Am
January 06, 2021 19:42 - 2 minutes - 5.8 MBConquering troubles in life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An Inconvenient Truth
January 04, 2021 01:49 - 2 minutes - 5.77 MBTruth is hard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's Your Plans?
January 02, 2021 03:20 - 2 minutes - 5.79 MBNew years resolutions? Hard laid plans? But are they biblical? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Press On
January 01, 2021 02:14 - 2 minutes - 5.77 MBA short encouragement from Steve based on Philippians 3:12. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 14 - Adrift
November 24, 2020 17:31 - 1 hour - 139 MBAs a 19 year old engineering student John would walk the streets of his college town in the middle of the night looking for answers for a growing restlessness in his heart. Perhaps he would run into someone who could help him make sense of what seemed like a pointless life or just offer some companionship. All he encountered though was silence, and the stillness of the early morning hours. It almost seemed intentional that he could not find anyone. Yet in the stillness he begins to refle...
Episode 13 - "Embraced By God"
August 20, 2020 02:14 - 1 hour - 120 MBKW is a 48 year old male living in the islands of Japan. Currently, he is involved with the “And We Know” ministry that provides an alternative to MSM news with a biblical worldview. KW grew up as a military brat with his dad serving in the Marines and attended DOD schools. Though his parents were not religious, his upbringing included the traditional practices of the Japanese culture. After high school he attended an American University offered by the military. During this time, he id...
Episode 12 - "Anchored In Hope"
March 19, 2020 19:40 - 58 minutes - 133 MBDiane grew up close to her mom and dad in Baltimore and went to UMBC where she majored in Psychology and Education. She has worked for over 40 years for the ministry of YoungLife within NJ, SC, OH, and MD. She has since been living in Baltimore for 18 years and is the coordinator in for YoungLife's Capernaum ministry in Maryland and Delaware. Over the course of her life Diane has faced the hardships of death and cancer within her family, and she joins us today to speak on what she has overcom...
Rogue Wave 2 - "Restless For Relationship"
January 20, 2020 02:33 - 1 hour - 129 MBWhy are relationships something we desire so dearly? Why are they absolutely necessary to a healthy and fulfilling life? Where and with who do find the kind of relationships our hearts crave? Join Luke, and Steve as they speak with Newt who has spent his entire life working in fields directly centered on the building of relationships, unconditionally loving others, and mentoring them into becoming the kind of people who seek to give and receive love in lasting abundance. Hosted on Acast. Se...
Episode 11 - "Hello my name is John, and I am an alcoholic."
January 08, 2020 02:36 - 1 hour - 145 MBJohn's story rings of familiarity with many men, whom in their years of growing up often feel awkward in trying to find their place among their family, peers, and especially their own father. Struggling to do so, John finds reprieve in substance abuse while attending college, which then grows into a major addiction. His story is one of hard lessons, acceptance, taking responsibility, and ultimately recovery. It is a message of hope to anyone enslaved by addiction that recovery and freedo...
Episode 10 - "I Shouldn't Be Here."
December 02, 2019 02:26 - 1 hour - 121 MBAs a young man Bobby grew up surrounded almost constantly by death. Be it friends, family members, he felt as if anyone could be taken from him at anytime. Eventually after seeing so many others pass, as well as being bullied by his peers for a speech impediment he began to wonder if he should be the one who was next. Thankfully for Bobby it was life who came for him instead. This is his story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rouge Wave 1 Part 2 - "The Land of The Restless" Cont.
November 04, 2019 01:19 - 36 minutes - 83.3 MBWelcome to our first "Rogue Wave!" These are specials that deviate from our regular episodes and focus more on the intellectual and inquisitive side of faith. We welcome the immensely talented Dr. Lester Vogel as our first "Rogue." Les earned his bachelor’s degree at Yeshiva University and Masters degree in Library Service at Rutgers University prior to beginning a 36 year career with the Library of Congress. While working full time, he earned his PhD in American Cultural History at Geor...
Rogue Wave 1 Part 1 - "The Land of the Restless"
October 18, 2019 02:35 - 45 minutes - 104 MBWelcome to our first "Rogue Wave!" These are specials that deviate from our regular episodes and focus more on the intellectual and inquisitive side of faith. We welcome the immensely talented Dr. Lester Vogel as our first "Rogue." Les earned his bachelor’s degree at Yeshiva University and Masters degree in Library Service at Rutgers University prior to beginning a 36 year career with the Library of Congress. While working full time, he earned his PhD in American Cultural History at George Wa...
Episode 9 - Off The Trail
August 03, 2019 03:45 - 2 hours - 133 MBAs a young boy everything seemed as it should for a pre-teen. Jared’s dad and mom were in a church that they helped start and everyone knew everybody. A new job for his dad took them out of state where they they again became involved in multiple churches. For Jared however, his questions to church leaders about faith went unanswered or at best were not satisfying. Late in high school the beginning of a long battle of depression started. He found staying in his bedroom and sleeping as a me...
Episode 8 - "The Quest"
June 23, 2019 23:25 - 1 hour - 117 MBBob is a 58 year old father of three, and husband. Growing up he had a rather "normal" childhood, besides suffering through the divorce of his parents. Upon reaching adulthood he began to experience challenges within his own family, and his pushed him away from the idea of faith. Regardless he still had a desire to know the truth about life. As he searched and journeyed he came to ask a better question about God. That question was "can God be personally known by me?" Rather than just "can I ...
Episode 7 - The Anger of Loss
June 08, 2019 16:01 - 1 hour - 130 MBKurt adopted as an infant was raised by two loving parents. His growing up years was like most boys, all seemed normal, he made the high school football team and was being noticed by the coaches when things were about to change. In the spring of his junior year his adopted dad became ill and soon died of cancer. Shaken by the event he pushed through his senior year. In fact, football provided a place where a growing anger could be released and work to his benefit. He received a partial schol...
Episode 6 - They Call Him Coach
May 10, 2019 09:23 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe story of coach Joe, a seasoned veteran whose successes over the last 40 years as a Young Life staff person and lacrosse coach has forever changed the trajectory of hundreds of high school students. Listen to his compelling story as he shares his journey in ministry and multiple undefeated lacrosse seasons using the same principle “loving kids and giving himself away” in the same way that impacted him as a young man. Coach Joe provides some foundational principles for all of us as we play ...
Episode 5 - "Weightless"
April 05, 2019 01:12 - 2 hours - 138 MBJim is a fifty seven year old self employed worker and lover of concrete. He is the proud father of two, the grandfather of five, and in his own words married to a wonderful wife. However, Jim's upbringing began to haunt his future. It almost did not end happily ever after for his family, thanks to his own doing because of his dependency on drugs and alcohol. Listen to hear the story about who set Jim free from the weight of his past, and renewed his family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Restless The Podcast - Ripple 4 - "(Re)connected"
March 26, 2019 19:27 - 25 minutes - 57.5 MBHow do we rediscover the relationships we were made for? How can we return to place of lasting and meaningful friendships? Let us know and be known. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Restless The Podcast - Episode 4 - "Change of Heart"
March 21, 2019 19:59 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBJoe is a 62 year old father of 4. He loves waterskiing, boating, and tech. However in 2016 Joe's life was forever changed when he suffered a heart attack and began a a difficult process of survival until he could receive a heart transplant. However it wasn't just his physical heart that was changed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Restless The Podcast - Ripple 3 - "(Dis)Connected"
March 16, 2019 01:36 - 17 minutes - 41.2 MBWhat happened to the concept of relationships? Why does our online and connected world feel just the opposite? How do we truly know and be known? Were we really made for relationships? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Restless The Podcast - Episode 3 - "Unashamed"
February 22, 2019 18:53 - 1 hourNikki's story is one of suppressing pain, anger, and shame for years after she was sexually assaulted. For a long time she went on trying to ignore it, until it came rushing back threatening her own wellbeing, and her relationships with her family, and friends. Thankfully it was during this time that Nikki sought help and learned that it is not time who possesses the healing hands, and what the meaning of forgiveness really is. Listen to the heartbreaking yet awesome story of a victim who bec...
Episode 2 - "My Brain Broke"
January 08, 2019 20:35 - 1 hourCJ’s story is one of deep mental and spiritual suffering in what she describes as a very “dark pit" of depression, anxiety, and a loss of her will to live. She felt cut off and abandoned by family, friends, and even God. However pain was not her purpose, listen as she tells how an unbearable isolation was transformed into an immaculate intimacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tidal Wave 2 - Why Restless?
January 05, 2019 00:59 - 14 minutesWhy did we choose the name 'Restless?" To what exactly does it speak to within ourselves? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tidal Wave 1 - The Business Of Mankind
December 31, 2018 00:23 - 6 minutesWhat can the Christmas season teach us about suffering when it was supposed to be joyful? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Restless The Podcast - Episode 1 - Jered B.
December 19, 2018 20:08 - 1 hour - 149 MBJered, at the age of 11 was placed in a special school for disciplinary issues treated with drugs, and treated like a prisoner. As an adult continues his own treatment program with heroin and alcohol. Amazingly he survives to tell you his story! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.