You Matter

In this episode of the You Matter podcast, host Shane Stanford interviews siblings Vivian and Josiah O'Neal. Vivian, the former Miss Mississippi and founder of capABLE and Josiah, a college student at the University of Southern Mississippi who has a rare muscular disease, share their inspiring stories. They discuss their relationship as siblings, Josiah's experiences as a student with disabilities, and the impact of Vivian's nonprofit organization, capABLE which promotes disability inclusion in education. Vivian and Josiah also share their personal journeys, the importance of advocacy and mentorship, and how faith has influenced their journeys. They emphasize the need for broader awareness and understanding of disabilities in society and encourage others to reach out and include those who's stories might look different than ours. 00:00 Welcome to the You Matter Podcast 01:01 Meet Vivian and Josiah O'Neal 02:13 Josiah's Journey and College Life 03:09 The CAPABLE Initiative 05:18 Challenges and Social Barriers 12:26 Faith and Personal Growth 17:38 Josiah's Big Day: The Children's Book 21:57 Final Thoughts and Reflections More From Vivian O'Neal: https://www.capablecurriculum.com/about [https://www.capablecurriculum.com/about] Instagram : @ohhvivv [https://www.instagram.com/ohhvivv/] Josiah's Big Day : https://www.capablecurriculum.com/shop/ [https://www.capablecurriculum.com/shop/] To Contact Vivian : vivian@capablecurriculum.com Shane's Instagram: ⁠@drshanestanford⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/DrShaneStanford/] Shane's Website: ⁠shanestanford.com⁠ [shanestanford.com] Podcast Edited by Bryant Thaxton

In this episode of the You Matter podcast, our host, Shane Stanford, and his co-author Anthony Thaxton discuss the themes in their new book, 'Unfailing: Stumbling into God's Unlimited Goodness.' They explore the lessons derived from biblical stories of failure, the profound impact of working on the book for nearly a decade, and how overcoming failure is a crucial part of spiritual growth. The episode highlights the importance of storytelling, the value of discussing personal failures, and how God uses these experiences for greater purposes. Anthony also shares insights on his work with the Institute for Southern Storytelling and reflects on the influence stories and storytelling in his own life. The conversation emphasizes that even the failures in our stories matter, and finding hope in Jesus is essential to stumbling our way into God's unlimited goodness. 00:00 Welcome to the You Matter Podcast 00:30 Introducing the Book Project 01:15 The Journey of Collaboration 01:59 Overcoming Failure and Finding Redemption 05:38 Biblical Stories of Failure and Redemption 09:55 The Power of Storytelling 18:26 Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned 28:53 Encouragement and Final Thoughts Purchase a copy of Un-failing: Stumbling Our Way into God’s Unlimited Goodness here. [https://www.amazon.com/failing-Stumbling-into-Unlimited-Goodness/dp/B0CXLQHKNT/ref=sr_1_2?crid=9Y06UQCU39ZW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MlMQE7IKE1YNhoMBLM_zlCF1PdQ2LgpLOIWYwhNsihRkXHme-5OegYaSZ2C4Na39YmvKv4yWiI26df2woHwFbVrEtyY0aRCTs8U8degRQmA3uU-3gjmAG787AnZYzEIKEKkVa83nV_0CZDjxpBNFYhBG-AUWZunaWn4tuwE3n70yE5fh6q7oOz525ubV-qnUBeQko9-nNUX_B7yTh24Ptn5nRtQj0ep3oeQEvPIphAs.pW1byXgUbgQIYZNq0-i7lz1tNJkvbgT-bBzY2rbzmvs&dib_tag=se&keywords=un-failing&qid=1727138372&s=books&sprefix=un-failing%2Cstripbooks%2C126&sr=1-2] More From Anthony Thaxton: southernstorytelling.mc.edu [southernstorytelling.mc.edu] thaxtonstudios.com [Thaxtonstudios.com] servantschool.com [servantschool.com ] To Contact Anthony Thaxton : Anthony@thaxtonstudios.com Shane's Instagram: ⁠@drshanestanford⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/DrShaneStanford/] Shane's Website: ⁠shanestanford.com⁠ [shanestanford.com] Edited by Bryant Thaxton

In this episode of the You Matter podcast our host, Shane Stanford emphasizes the transformative power Jesus in our stories. He reflects on personal, spiritual and biblical narratives, stressing the importance of understanding and embracing one's own story in light of the gospel. Shane recounts encounters and power of Jesus in the lives of the marginalized, illustrating how their stories were transformed. Shane touches on themes of failure, redemption, and the ongoing nature of our stories. H reminds listeners of the power of Jesus in our stories, and that everyone's story matters in the Kingdom of God. 00:00 Introduction and Recap 00:30 The Power of Story in the Gospel 01:50 Personal Reflections on Jesus as a Friend 02:54 Challenges and Misconceptions in Church Traditions 03:51 Eugene Peterson and the Accessibility of the Bible 06:22 Jesus Meets Us Where We Are 10:29 Failures and Redemption in the Bible 12:12 The Importance of Sharing Your Story 14:15 Facing Life's Challenges with Faith 18:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the You Matter podcast, Shane Stanford introduces the new season focused on the significance of our stories and why they matter. Shane updates listeners about his recent health challenges, including a stroke and the need for surgery, while sharing how his faith and chronic illnesses have impacted his own story. He discusses the emotional experience of dealing with hardships, the importance of gratitude and forgiveness, and how personal and biblical stories intersect to provide hope and direction in Jesus. Shane emphasizes that every individual's story matters and encouraged listeners to share and celebrate their own narratives as part of their spiritual journey. 00:00 Introduction to the Season 00:56 Personal Health Update 02:39 Faith and Family 03:51 The Power of Story 05:27 Scriptural Reflections 08:03 Living Your Story 12:10 Gratitude and Forgiveness 15:54 Celebrating and Sharing Stories 20:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Shane's Instagram: @drshanestanford Shane's Website: shanestanford.com Edited by Bryant Thaxton

In this insightful episode of the You Matter podcast, host Shane Stanford sits down with Jeff Jones and Mike Hogan, co-authors of "Rebranding Christianity." They explore the evolving brand of Christianity, discussing why it's losing relevance and how it can regain its influence. With their unique perspectives, Jones and Hogan share strategies to reconnect with modern society and make faith meaningful in today's world. Whether you're a devout believer or simply curious about the intersection of faith and culture, this episode offers thought-provoking ideas on the future of Christianity. Socials: Shane's Instagram: @drshanestanford Shane's Website: shanestanford.com JourneyWise Instagram: @thejourneywisenetwork JourneyWise Website: https://journeywise.network/