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Embark on a transformative journey of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection through guided meditative prayer. Each episode offers a gentle, calming space to deepen your relationship with God the Father. Whether you're seeking stillness in a busy world, healing for your heart, or simply a moment of quiet, this podcast is designed to help you cultivate mindfulness, peace, and spiritual alignment with Christ and Biblical truths. Whether you are a mature Christian, new believer or just int ...
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There is a power within you, something greater than you and yet innate, this power has many names, such as God, Higher Power, Christ, Source, Awareness, the Universe, All that is, the Divine and countless others The Unity movement focuses on searching for this deeper truth about who we are, so that we can live with greater freedom, joy and peace. In this podcast we share short talks and meditations from Unity teachers. https://www.unityuk.org/what-is-unity-uk.html
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A Christ-centered podcast for healing body, soul, and spirit. Explore nervous system peace, emotional healing, and spiritual alignment through biblical truth... Welcome to Whole Life Freedom—a podcast and YouTube channel for Christians ready to heal from the inside out. Hosted by Kirsten Larsen, a Christian Wholeness Coach and founder of Whole Life Freedom, this show is a sacred space to explore what it means to live fully healed and aligned—body, soul, and spirit. Each week, you’ll find sol ...
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Resilient Faith

Brentwood Presbyterian Church

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Welcome to Resilient Faith, a podcast to support your journey to live a fully present life, and a deeper understanding of the resilient power within you. Opportunities to find deeper resilience within ourselves can come when life seems most challenging. This podcast is to help you develop that resilience and connection with God. Being Resilient and having power starts with Faith. Resilient Faith is sponsored by Brentwood Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles, CA. Our Podcast is Produced by Jani ...
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So many people are walking around exhausted, inflamed, or in chronic pain—and often they’ve tried everything. I've been there! But healing doesn’t always start with doing more—it begins in God's Presence. In this video, we’ll explore how physical healing is connected to your nervous system, emotions, and spiritual connection—and then we’ll go into …
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Do you ever feel disconnected from God—like you want to experience His peace, but your body stays stuck in stress or tension? I have definitely been there and have heard from many who've experienced this. God is not far off. He is always loving, always with us. In this short guided practice, we’ll explore how to experience God’s presence not just i…
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Have you ever experienced chronic health issues or pain that just won’t go away? I know what that's like! This video shares a Christian brain retraining perspective on healing chronic symptoms — and how the limbic system loop can keep the body stuck in stress and fear. You’ll learn how neuroplasticity + the peace of God can help retrain your brain …
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Do you long to hear God more in your time reading the Word? I used to LOVE reading the Word, then after "life happened", I really found a huge struggle to "enter in" ... I know so many Christians who long to hear God’s voice—but in a noisy world filled with anxiety and distraction, it’s hard to quiet the mind and be still. Have you ever felt that w…
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Have you ever slept for 8 hours... and still felt drained? Or taken a break—only to find your body, mind, and spirit still in survival mode? You’re not alone. I have been there! Actually, it took me years to unfold a deep chronic fatigue that I had. In this video, I explore the deeper reasons why rest doesn't always restore us—and what it means to …
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In this episode, you'll be guided through a meditative prayer journey that follows the powerful events of Holy Week. From the triumph of Palm Sunday to Jesus’ righteous anger in the temple, the solemn Feast of Unleavened Bread, the intimacy of the Last Supper, the sting of betrayal, and finally, the sorrow of the crucifixion—culminating in the glor…
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On this week's journey, you will be guided through praying for your prayer list or journal. A challenge that I have faced is getting side-tracked during my list and not being able to see this list fulfilled. During our time together you will be guided through a time of preparing yourself and creating space for the Trinity to be present. This is the…
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Are you stuck in a cycle of overthinking, painful memories, or anxious thought spirals? In this video, I’ll share why your brain gets caught in these mental loops—and how you can begin to break free using practical, body-based tools that invite healing and peace. You’ll learn: What causes repetitive thought patterns How your body and nervous system…
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Are you constantly trying to cast out fear but it just won’t go? You declare your authority in Christ, you rebuke it, you pray… but the anxiety still lingers. In this short teaching, I break down the powerful difference between: 👉 Taking spiritual authority over fear 👉 AND healing the wounded part of you that’s still holding on to it You’ll learn: …
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On this episode, you will be lead through a meditative prayer practice focused on seeking and asking God for His unworldly healing power. This power is promised to you His written word for physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual or any other healing you may need. I pray you may find the healing you need. God be with you.…
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Did you know trauma isn’t just emotional—it gets stored in the body? Chronic stress, tension, fatigue, and even unexplained pain can all be signs of unprocessed trauma. But the good news? You’re not meant to carry it alone. In this video, I’ll introduce how trauma impacts your nervous system and how inviting God into the healing process can bring r…
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Sacred Stillness: A Simple Somatic, Breath, and Prayer Practice for Deepening Connection with Jesus In the busyness of life, it's easy to feel disconnected from God’s peace. Our bodies hold stress, our minds race, and our hearts can feel distant from His presence. This gentle, faith-based practice combines breathwork, somatic movement, and prayer t…
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Do you ever experience your mind constantly racing with thoughts, stress, and overwhelm? Or struggling to find true peace in the presence of God? I know I used to, until I learned how to engage my whole being. In this video, we’ll explore a faith-based approach to calming the swirling mind, using biblical insights, breathwork, and simple practices …
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Releasing Stress from the Body and Entering God’s Peace with Christian EFT and Somatic Healing. In this video, I'll share about how the practice of body awareness and movement can help us enter in to God's peace. I'll also walk you through a very simple practice. I hope you enjoy! Be blessed, Kirsten WholeLifeFreedom.com *Monthly Wholeness Meditati…
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Are you ready to unlock the power of emotional healing? In this video, we'll explore the transformative process of renewing your mind and unlocking the secrets to emotional wellness. Discover how to break free from negative thought patterns, overcome emotional trauma, and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness. By the end of this video, you'll …
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As we tread the solemn path of Holy Week, we invite you to walk with us through the poignant contrasts of Palm Sunday and the ensuing days that shaped the very foundation of faith. In the latest episode of Resilient Faith, we'll unravel the complexities of trust, particularly during Lent, and the challenge of keeping faith amid life's inevitable un…
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Imagine the profound impact trust can have on our lives, the resilience it builds, and the depth it adds to our spirituality. That's exactly what we explore in this episode of Resilient Faith, where we delve into the beauty of the natural world and its cycles that offer us comfort and a sense of certainty. This episode will guide you through the si…
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“Not everything is going to be okay. And our assignment is to carry this truth without yielding to despair, and while tending to the flames of radical hope — the kind that demands our grittiest love and biggest imagination.“ How do we hold onto hope when we're faced with the stark truth that not everything in life will turn out okay? Journey with L…
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When the ground beneath you crumbles and your world is riddled with loss, where do you find the strength to navigate the uncharted waters of grief? Nancy Reeves, from Brentwood Presbyterian Church, bravely opens up about her personal story of heartache and the resilience of her spirit. She shares a poignant reflection that tested her faith and how …
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When the weight of the world seems unbearable, where do you turn for strength? Carol Maddon found her answer in an unlikely form—a tattoo, a symbol of her profound personal transformation and renewed faith. Embracing vulnerability, Carol recounts the tumultuous days of the mid-1980s that led her to the brink of despair. Through her gripping narrati…
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As we usher in the reflective season of Lent, Pastor Lora East invites you to join her on a journey of spiritual discovery and transformation. Embarking from the solemnity of Ash Wednesday, we'll traverse together through moments of self-examination and repentance, seeking the profound lessons of Psalm 51. The ashes we receive are not just reminder…
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As the dawn of 2024 breaks upon us, we extend the warmest wishes for a year filled with health, safety, and spiritual depth. This episode is a tender farewell to the old year, and a hopeful embrace of the new, weaving together the timeless story of Epiphany and the journey of the Magi with our modern-day quests for divine guidance. We explore the r…
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Where do you see the spark of the divine amidst the hum of daily life? Join me, Reverend Laura East, as I guide you through a Christmas reflection that might just reignite your awareness of God's constant presence. In this special holiday installment of Resilient Faith, brought to you with warmth from the Brentwood Presbyterian Church community, we…
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As the candles of the Advent wreath flicker with hope and love, we find ourselves at the junction of anticipation and celebration; the sacred time when the fourth Sunday of Advent meets the joyous eve of Christ's birth. It's a moment ripe with divine wonder, and on today's episode of Resilient Faith, we invite you into a space of contemplation and …
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Imagine if we took a sweeping journey across time, tracing the complex dance between individualism and collectivism, dissecting its influence on society, religion, and pop culture. What would we discover about our own identities, our communities, and our shared humanity? That's exactly what we set out to do in this enlightening episode of Resilient…
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Ever found yourself paralyzed by fear, yet deep down, there's a spark of fearlessness that you long to harness? Well, we're about to dive into a soundtrack of resilience inspired by none other than pop icon Taylor Swift's song, "Fearless." Our journey navigates through the highs and lows of life, where we uncover how fear can often commandeer our e…
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What if we reframed being 'weird' as a symbol of divine distinction? Get ready to challenge societal norms and embrace your unique imprint of God's image as we delve into a faith-based exploration of diversity and individuality. Drawing inspiration from Taylor Swift's powerful lyrics and her mesmerizing performance at the Eras tour, we revel in the…
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Welcome to Resilient Faith, the Podcast! This is our most popular episode from 2020, so enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving from BPC. This guided meditation and contemplative practice will help you connect and reset....mind, body and spirit. Today's practice will help you share loving kindness in the world. As you explore the resilient power within you, reme…
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Ever considered how a pop star's lyrics could intersect with the timeless tales of the Bible? Have you wondered how these narratives can tackle the pressing issues of mental health? Join us as we weave together the story of Jonah and the music of Taylor Swift to unravel the beautiful message of resilience in faith. We discuss how this biblical acco…
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What if embracing your unique 'weirdness' is the key to experiencing God's glory? Take a leap of faith with us as we draw inspiration from the strength and endearing awkwardness of pop icon, Taylor Swift, to explore a faith journey that's anything but ordinary. We speak straight from our hearts about embracing God's glorious diversity, the beauty o…
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Wondering how Taylor Swift's music can intersect with the Gospel? Join our Pastors Lora East and Dave Carpenter, along with our music director, Nancy Reeves, unpack the surprising and insightful journey of our recent unconventional sermon series - the Gospel According to Taylor Swift. We'll shed light on why this series was chosen, the divine timin…
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