Holy Work with Lucas LeFevre

Golf Influencer Katherine Walsh on Golf, Faith, Cancer & following the pull, and finding purpose even through challenges.

In this episode, Luke sits down with Katherine Walsh, founder of Fore His Glory, a ministry that combines golf and faith to build community and help people slow down and connect with God. Katherine shares her story of growing up playing golf with her dad in Illinois, pursuing golf competitively through high school, her journey into golf media, and ultimately her calling to use golf as a ministry tool. Key Topics Covered: * Katherine’s early days learning golf with her dad in Illinois. * How golf became a metaphor for life—learning to reset after bad shots and applying that to handling life’s challenges. * The impact of her faith, growing up Catholic, discovering a personal relationship with God in high school. * The story behind Fore His Glory—how Katherine felt the pull to combine golf with ministry. * Her journey through significant trials: an unexpected cancer diagnosis that threatened her ability to play golf, the mental battle with anxiety and depression, and learning to fight through fear, internal voices, and external resistance. * The power of journaling and prayer for dealing with anxiety and staying grounded in God’s love. * The importance of accepting feelings without shame, writing them down, and bringing them to God. * How online critics and negative voices can trigger old insecurities—and the work required to keep showing up despite them. * Katherine’s vision for the future: expanding Fore His Glory to all ages, creating safe spaces on the golf course for real conversations about faith and life. Highlights & Quotes: * "Golf is like life. You have bad shots—you can choose to let them ruin your day or reset and keep playing." * "When life gives you more than you can stand, kneel." * "You can’t have a testimony without a test." * "The enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy—but God comes to give you life." * "Journaling helps bring my anxious thoughts back to reality and reminds me who I am in Christ." Follow Katherine on Instagram: @katherine.walsh [https://www.instagram.com/katherine.walsh] Connect with Luke for more on slowing down, journaling, and following your Holy Work: @lukelefevre [https://www.instagram.com/lukelefevre] Leave a review for the podcast and share it with a friend who loves golf, faith, or needs encouragement to follow their own pull.

The Three Levels of Restlessness: Epidermis, Existential, and Sacred

Episode Summary: In this vulnerable and thought-provoking solo episode, Luke explores a question many of us wrestle with in silence: Why do I feel so restless… even when life looks fine on the outside? We live in a culture of constant distraction, performance, and pressure—and yet, underneath all of it, there’s a deeper ache we don’t often talk about. Luke breaks restlessness down into three distinct levels—surface, soul, and sacred—and invites listeners to reflect on whether that inner unease might not be a sign of dysfunction... but a divine invitation. Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, a spiritual seeker, or just someone tired of feeling stuck, this episode is a guide to understanding where your restlessness is coming from—and what to do with it. Key Takeaways: 1. Epidermis-Level Restlessness This is the kind of agitation caused by overstimulation: too much scrolling, email checking, comparison, or noise. Rooted in dopamine imbalance, it’s a sign your nervous system needs rest—not more content. 2. Existential Restlessness You’re doing all the right things—but feel hollow inside. This level of restlessness often signals misalignment. Viktor Frankl called it the “existential vacuum.” It’s a quiet grief for the life you know you’re not living yet. 3. Sacred Restlessness Not all restlessness is a problem. Sometimes it’s a pull. This is the restlessness that comes from God—an inner ember that says, “You were made for more.” It’s a whisper toward your Holy Work, often disguised as discomfort. Why This Matters: * You can’t follow your calling if you don’t understand your restlessness. * Journaling helps you name what you’re feeling—and what might be underneath it. * Holy Work is not about fixing everything. It’s about listening for where God is pulling. Memorable Quotes: "In a world engineered to keep us restless, sometimes the bravest thing you can do is be still." "You’re not crazy. You’re just hearing something deeper." "Your restlessness may not be a problem to solve. It may be God’s invitation to begin." Resources Mentioned: * Holy Work Membership (Daily Journal Prompts) * Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning * The Holy Work Journaling Method Journal Prompt: What kind of restlessness am I experiencing today—epidermis, existential, or sacred? And if I were to be honest... what is it trying to tell me? Call to Action: Ready to stop numbing the restlessness and start listening to it? Join the Holy Work Membership at HolyWork.com [https://holywork.com] to receive daily journal prompts that help you discern, reflect, and reconnect with what God is really doing in your life.

Healing at the Root: Trauma, Journaling, and God-Led Recovery (with Jana England and Natalie Jordy)

In this moving and restorative conversation, Luke sits down with trauma recovery specialists Jana England and Natalie Jordy, co-leaders of a Spirit-led healing practice that goes beneath the surface to help people reprogram pain, shame, and emotional blocks stored deep in the subconscious. Together, they explore the power of the Holy Spirit in healing trauma, why journaling prepares us to tell the truth, and how God is using tools like emotional bodywork and somatic listening to bring people out of survival mode and into freedom. Key Takeaways: God Wants to Heal the Whole Person Jana and Natalie explain how trauma isn’t just a mental battle but something stored in our bodies. Healing begins when we give God permission to access even the parts of us we've hidden or numbed. Journaling is a Gateway to Deeper Healing Luke shares how the Holy Work journaling method helps people get honest in private first—so they can eventually be honest in community. Journaling clears mental clutter and prepares the heart for transformation. From Control to Surrender The conversation explores how many people who carry trauma have developed overfunctioning, controlling tendencies as coping mechanisms. But true healing comes not from performing but from surrendering. The Body Holds What the Mind Avoids Jana and Natalie describe how trauma often hides beneath logic and words. They talk about how spiritual bodywork and Holy Spirit-led discernment help people get to the real roots beneath their behaviors and patterns. The Inner Critic Isn't the Final Word Journaling interrupts the loop of shame and fear by making room for the truth. Naming feelings and thoughts on paper takes away their power and invites God in to speak something new. You Don’t Have to Heal Alone Luke, Jana, and Natalie share why healing is not a solo journey. They encourage listeners to seek both guided spiritual practices and professional support. Memorable Quotes: * “The Holy Spirit is the best trauma therapist in the world.” – Natalie Jordy * “Journaling is not the end goal—it's preparation for transformation.” – Luke LeFevre * “You cannot renew your mind without naming what’s really there.” – Jana Grose * “God doesn’t want to just treat your behavior. He wants to heal your pain.” – Luke LeFevre Resources Mentioned: * Book a Call with Natalie here: https://calendly.com/nataliejordy/30min [https://calendly.com/nataliejordy/30min] * Armor of God meditation [https://go.truealignmentacademy.com/armorofgodmeditation] * Here is the link to Jana's website: www.beautyfromasheshealing.com [http://www.beautyfromasheshealing.com/]

Just Keep Going: Rusty Fulling on Burnout, Vision, and the Sacredness of Business

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, Luke talks with longtime entrepreneur Rusty Fulling, founder of Fulling Management & Accounting. What starts as a story about burnout and stress becomes a powerful reflection on calling, mission, and how God can use the work you’re already doing. Rusty opens up about the physical and emotional toll of overworking, the wake-up call that led him to Honduras, and the unexpected clarity he received when a friend reminded him that maybe the mission was right where he already was. Together, they explore the power of slowing down, building vision, the fear of irrelevance, and the gift of passing the keys. This conversation is full of wisdom for anyone feeling burned out, restless, or unsure if they’re still on the right path. Key Takeaways: * Burnout as a Spiritual Wake-Up Call Rusty shares how years of overwork and physical symptoms forced him to stop and reflect—and how that created space for God to speak. * The Sacredness of the Work You’re Already In A conversation with a friend helped Rusty see that maybe the mission field wasn’t somewhere far away—it was right in front of him. * Creating a Vision for Your Work Rusty describes how attending a small group helped him cast a new vision for his company—and how clarity changed everything. * When the War Shows Up From broken septic tanks to imposter syndrome, Rusty and Luke talk about what always happens when you say yes to a new direction: resistance. * The Fear of Relevance Rusty vulnerably shares what it feels like to hand off leadership, step into a new role, and wrestle with the quiet fear of, "Do I still matter?" * Mentorship, Community, and the Power of One Simple Lunch They talk about the life-changing power of reaching out—whether you're seeking a mentor or becoming one. Sometimes it all starts with: “Hey, wanna grab lunch?” Memorable Quotes: "Sometimes the mission field is the business God already put you in." – Rusty Fulling "Burnout was the breaking point—but it was also the beginning of clarity." – Luke LeFevre "When I slowed down, the vision found me." – Rusty Fulling "You're not behind. You're not done. Just keep going." – Luke LeFevre Resources Mentioned: * Free 7-Day Holy Work Journaling Challenge – holywork.com [http://holywork.com] * The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0525653090] * Sacred Strides by Justin McRoberts [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400234422] * The Sacredness of Secular Work by Jordan Raynor [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593193139] * Soundtracks by Jon Acuff [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1540900783] Call to Action: Visit holywork.com [http://holywork.com] to join the free 7-day Holy Work Journaling Challenge and begin building a rhythm of peace, reflection, and calling.

John Delony on Journaling, Burnout, and Being Honest with Yourself

Episode Summary: In this powerful conversation, Luke sits down with bestselling author, psychologist, and Ramsey Solutions personality Dr. John Delony to explore what happens when we actually slow down enough to feel. John opens up about his own burnout, what led him to join the Holy Work 31-Day Journaling Challenge, and how the simple act of guided journaling brought clarity, peace, and healing. Together, Luke and John unpack why men struggle to admit they have feelings, how culture has shaped emotional suppression, and how journaling acts as both a mirror and a roadmap for spiritual and emotional growth. Key Takeaways: 1. Why Men Struggle to Admit Feelings 2. John breaks down how boys are conditioned from a young age to suppress emotions, and how that leads to disconnection, poor relational habits, and internal chaos. 3. Journaling as Emotional Pre-Op 4. John shares how the Holy Work journaling method helped him “clear the clutter” and get honest, calling it a kind of emotional colonoscopy—something that gets you past the surface so you can see what’s really going on. 5. The Problem with Performing 6. Luke and John discuss the pressure to perform—in parenting, work, faith, and even marriage—and how journaling offers a rare moment to take the costume off and connect with your real self. 7. Why We All Need a “Default Reset” 8. Journaling consistently can change your brain’s default narrative. John shares how writing helped him shift from self-doubt and reactive habits to intention, clarity, and peace. 9. You Don’t Need Peace of Mind—You Need Peace from Mind 10. Luke and John explore the idea that journaling provides “peace from mind”—a break from mental chaos—and how that opens up space for truth, presence, and connection with God. 11. Your Feelings Aren’t the Enemy 12. John affirms that emotions aren’t threats to be suppressed but signals to be listened to. When we write them down, they lose their power to control us and become tools for discernment. Memorable Quotes: * “Journaling is like emotional pre-op—you have to clear the system before you can see what’s really going on.” – Dr. John Delony * “You don’t need more discipline—you need more peace. And peace starts by telling the truth about what’s going on inside.” – Luke LeFevre * “What I wrote may not be true, but my body is still solving for it. That’s why I have to name it.” – Dr. John Delony * “When you get still, you might hear something you’ve never heard before: You have value.” – Luke LeFevre Resources Mentioned: * Holy Work 7-Day Journaling Challenge – holywork.com [https://www.holywork.com] * The Voice of the Heart by Chip Dodd * The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk * Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey Call to Action: Visit holywork.com [https://www.holywork.com] to join the free 7-day Holy Work Journaling Challenge and start your journey toward clarity and peace.