The Prodigal Journey

Eroding or Refining? | Navigating Toxic Environments

Welcome To The Prodigal Journey! How do you know when a hard season at work is actually shaping you, versus when it's quietly breaking you? I think a lot of us - especially if you're a person of faith - have been taught to endure, to stay, to be faithful no matter what. To be the light in dark places. And there's truth in that. But what happens when the place you're in isn't just difficult, it's unhealthy? When it starts affecting your clarity, your peace, your physical health, even your sense of who you are? In this episode we want to talk about something that I think a lot of people are silently walking through: how to discern whether you should stay in a toxic work environment... or whether it's actually time to walk away. I've lived through a season like this - thankfully I’m out of that - and on the other side, there were clear patterns. So I want to talk about the patterns, the lessons, and the things I wish I understood earlier. If you've ever felt stuck, conflicted, or even guilty for wanting to leave a situation that doesn't feel right, this episode is for you. —————— Questions to Think Through: - What type of response do you receive when bringing up a concern (avoidance, aggression, silence, humor, withdrawal, etc.)? - What phrases do people commonly use to excuse unhealthy behavior (e.g., “That’s just how they are,” “We’ve always done it this way”)? - What makes it difficult for people to speak up when they notice unhealthy patterns? - Do you want to become like the leaders you are following? Challenge to Managers/Supervisors: - What behaviors are you allowing and modeling? - Are good employees leaving and bad employees staying? - Can you receive feedback? - Are you in denial? —————— Thank you for supporting conversations about Faith. Struggle. Becoming. If this conversation encouraged you, you can support the podcast here: theprodigaljourney.com/donate [Https://theprodigaljourney.com/donate] —————— Podcast Merch: theprodigaljourney.com/merch [Https://theprodigaljourney.com/merch] You can check out all the podcast videos on the podcast website: Video Channel [Https://videos.theprodigaljourney.com]

Pastoring The Impoverished | Pastor Will Broadus

Welcome to The Prodigal Journey! We are happy you are here and we believe that Every Story Matters. On this episode I talk to one of my pastors, Pastor Will Broadus, from Reconcile Community Church. We talk about how he came to faith in Christ, some of his journey in missions, and what led him back to the states to plant a church in one of the most poverty stricken neighborhoods of Greenville County. Reconcile Community Church - Website [https://reconcilecc.org] Reconcile Stories Podcast - YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFhmUzYcgEnA20s3-wC3ZaimapQHD8ZQ&si=27HJgGzDFQVon2uP] Please help us keep the content going by donating! www.theprodigaljourney.com/donate [https://www.theprodigaljourney.com/donate]

Reconcile Stories | Guest Interview

Thank you for tuning in to this episode. I was a guest on a new podcast called, "Reconcile Stories". It is a podcast that my church started and that I help produce. I wanted to cross post it on The Prodigal Journey. Pastor Will and I talk about the purpose and mission of Reconcile Stories, how I started podcasting, and our journey in becoming partners at Reconcile Community Church. Please consider donating to help keep the content going: The Prodigal Journey Donate Page [https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support]

Imposter Syndrome | Oasis

Welcome to the first episode of Oasis: "A place of rest along this journey". Sometimes we feel like we don't deserve God's love. We feel like we have to do something better or do something more to earn His love, and when we fail at striving for these things, we feel even more unworthy. We are left feeling like imposters. But what if God wants us to think differently about our identities?! On this Oasis episode I talk about being created in the image of God and how he wants us to take the truths He says about us and live a life that is more joyful, and in believing the truths, we can experience a deeper love relationship with our heavenly Father! -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the content going: https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support [https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support] -------------------- New Affiliate Partner! - TidyCal (from AppSumo) If you like simplicity for all your calendar needs, then you will love TidyCal. We use TidyCal for all our podcast scheduling with guests. It's simple and easy to use. And the best part, you don't have to pay another monthly subscription to use a product! This calendar scheduling program is better than many that require a monthly subscription. With programs like TidyCal from AppSumo, you pay ONE fee, and that's it. No recurring monthly fees. You can get as many licenses as you need. If you need a better calendar scheduling option, then check it out. Please help out the podcast by using our referral link! appsumo.8odi.net/DKY5Dj [https://appsumo.8odi.net/DKY5Dj] Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out covenanteyes.com [http://covenanteyes.com/] for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! *NOTE* The promo code does not work in the app. You must complete initial sign up through the website, then after completing sign up you can use the app. Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now!

Biblical Masculinity Is Intentional

Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk to John Price III about his journey in understanding biblical manhood. We also talk about cultural influences on our understanding of biblical manhood, struggles we face as men, and much more. Biblical masculinity is about following the example of Jesus, seeking Him above all else, and loving and serving others. We have been told for too long that being a man is about charisma instead of character. Let's get back to a biblical view of what it means to be a man who seeks God above all else! -------------------- If you enjoy the content, please consider leaving a tip! https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support [https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support] -------------------- Men On Purpose Links: Website: menonpurpose.podia.com YouTube: @menonpurpose -------------------- Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-... [https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100789866-15232146] Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ [http://covenanteyes.com/] for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (Code can only be used for web based sign up, then after signing up through the web you can use the app). -------------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk [https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk] Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036