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myPlace Podcast
by Mary McSwain
The myPLACE podcast desires to help you know yourself in how God has created you. Along with understanding insights about yourself you will glean insights about others and why they think, act and do what they do. What makes myPLACE different from many other tools like personality assessments is myPLACE helps you look at yourself holistically through the lens of personality, spiritual gifts, abilities, passion, and life experiences and see how they work together in helping you be the person God designed in having healthy relationships, impactful ministry endeavors, and successful careers.
Episodes
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EP115: How a Coffee Shop Can Make a Kingdom Impact | With Stephen Martin (Farmhouse Coffee)
Mary sits down with founder and owner of Farmhouse Coffee in North Georgia to discuss how God moved through its inception, and how the shops became more than just places to serve coffee. Curious to know your spiritual gifts? Download our FREE app to find out yours today!...
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EP114: Where Does God Want Me?
In a culture obsessed with self-discovery and reinvention, how does the Bible define who we truly are? In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about identity and how it contrasts with the ever-changing definitions offered by the world. We'll dive into why the desire for identity runs so...
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EP113: Summer Series Recap | The One Thing Every Bible Character Had in Common
What do Pharaoh, Peter, Barnabas, Moses, and Doubting Thomas all have in common? More than you might think. In this wrap-up episode, Mary and Jay close out the summer series with a recap of every character they explored, and one surprising thread that ran through all of them. Spoiler: it is...
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EP112: Moses and Thomas | What Happens When You Ask God the Hard Questions
Did you know that one of the most quoted verses in all of Scripture, "I am the way, the truth, and the life," came from a question that Thomas asked? In this final episode of the MyPlace summer series, Mary and Jay close out the character study with two men who had a lot of questions, a lot of...
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EP111: Aaron and Peter | When the Need to Be Liked Becomes the Thing That Gets You
One helped build a golden calf. The other denied Jesus around a campfire. Two men, hundreds of years apart, stumbling in surprisingly similar ways. In this episode of the MyPLACE Podcast summer series, Mary and Jay look at the lives of Aaron and Peter, two extroverted, articulate, people-oriented...
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EP109: Abraham and Barnabas | The Quiet Strength Behind the Big Stories
Not everyone in Scripture had the biggest personality in the room. But that does not mean God did not use them in some of the biggest ways. In this episode of the MyPLACE summer series, Mary and Jay explore the lives of Abraham and Barnabas, two men from very different eras who shared a steady,...
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EP108: King Saul vs. King David | Same Personality, Same Spotlight, Different Hearts
In this episode of the MyPLACE Podcast summer series, Mary and Jay dig into the lives of King Saul and King David, two imperfect, impulsive, charismatic leaders who both had what it took but made very different choices with what they were given. They walk through their shared strengths, like the...
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EP107: Pharaoh vs. Paul | Same Personality, Different Endings
What do an ancient Egyptian king and the Apostle Paul have in common? More than you might think. In this episode, Mary and Jay kick off a new summer series, a character study of people in Scripture, starting with two men who lived 1,500 years apart but shared the same driven, take-charge...
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EP106: You Are God's Masterpiece
What if the word Scripture uses to describe you is the same word we get "poem" from in English? In this episode, Mary and Jay unpack one of the foundational verses of the PLACE tool, Ephesians 2:10, and what it truly means to be God's handiwork, His masterpiece. They explore why so many people...
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EP105: What's Draining Your Passion?
You can love something deeply and still feel completely disconnected from it. In this episode, Mary and Jay dig into what passion actually is, where it comes from, and the people, events, and circumstances that can quietly drain it right out of you. Jay shares real coaching stories including a...
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EP104: How God Wired You
Have you ever taken a personality assessment and thought, "That's not quite me"? In this episode, Mary and Jay dive into why looking at just one lens, personality, spiritual gifts, or any single element, gives you an incomplete picture of who God made you to be. Jay shares how nearly 30 years of...
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EP103: The Conversation Every Parent & Student Needs to Have
How do parents truly understand their kids? How can students discover the purpose God created them for? In this episode of the My Place Podcast, Mary and Jay dive into one of the most impactful experiences they've ever hosted: a Parent + Student PLACE Weekend. Through powerful conversations,...
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Spiritual Gifts at Your Job?
EP102: Jay and Mary sit down to discuss the role spiritual gifts play at work and in your career. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE...
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Episode 101 - Do You Have the Gift of Faith?
Jay and Mary sit down to discuss the spiritual gift of faith and the way that God has wired us inidivually for His purpose and plan. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study!...
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Episode 100 - The Ministry of Presence
What do you say when there's nothing left to say? Sometimes simply being present and being there for someone is the right call for ministry. Jay and Mary dive into this topic and more. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with...
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Episode 99 - Sometimes You Need Good Questions, Not New Answers
The right questions can leave a powerful impact on someone's life, but how do you know what to ask or what to listen for? In a world full of zoom meetings, online inventories, and technological connection amidst relational disconnection, Jay and Mary explore why sitting down with people still...
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Episode 98 - How Do We Bear The Fruits of The Spirit?
Could the desires of your flesh talked about in Galatians 5 be reflected in your personality? What then does it mean to put to death those desires, walk in step with the Spirit, and bear the fruits of the Spirit? Through practical examples and honest reflection, Mary and Jay unpack how submitting...
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Episode 97 - He is Risen! Which Disciple Are You?
Everyone responds to crises differently - even the people closest to Jesus. In the events surrounding Jesus' death and resurrection, the gospels recount many of the responses of those closest to Jesus. In this episode, we look at their real reactions. Could there be evidence for their personality...
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Episode 96 - The Leadership Blindspot: Only Seeing Part of the Picture
What happens when you have an incomplete picture of who you are? In this episode, we explore why effective leadership starts with self-awareness—understanding both your own personality and the personalities of the people you lead. We also discuss why personality alone isn't enough to truly...
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Episode 95 -THIS Will Develop Your Leadership
What tools help leaders lead people well? In this episode, we explore how a tool like PLACE can help leaders ask better questions, grow in self-awareness, and understand how they—and the people they lead—are wired to thrive. We'll answer questions like - How PLACE can identify what type of leader...
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Episode 94 - Not Every Pastor is a Shepherd
In this episode, we explore the difference between the spiritual gift of a pastor/shepherd, the role and position of a pastor, and why the distinction matters to the believer. We talk about how shepherds are uniquely person-centered—drawn to protect, guide, and nurture others—and how that gift...
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Episode 93 - This Verse Changed My Life
It was a verse that changed his life, and could be a game changer in yours as well. In this episode, Jay and Mary unpack the differences between biblical promises and principles. Through the lens of Matthew 16:25, they discuss the dangers of claiming a promise that isn't yours to claim and...
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Episode 92 - Before You Hire Anyone...Hear This.
Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-get-place-online-assessment/ Team dynamics can be tricky to build, and sometimes even harder to maintain. Finding the right fit to add to your staff or volunteer team, can be daunting and directionless without the proper tools and...
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Episode 91 - The Keys to Building a Team That Will Thrive (Not Just Survive)
What makes a team or staff both healthy AND high-performing, and what are the dangers or prioritizing one over the other? In this episode, Mary and Jay explore the dynamics of teams that will help them thrive, and the ones that barely survive. You'll hear how tools like PLACE, ongoing coaching...
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Episode 90 - What If Your Design Is Proof Of God's Love?
In a season centered on love, we turn our attention to its truest source. In this episode, we explore how your unique design is living evidence of God's love for you. From Scripture's picture of a God who knows us, forms us, and pursues us, to the way spiritual gifts invite us into abundant life...
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Episode 89 - The Cost of Saying Yes, And When to Say No
The PLACE Workshop: https://placeministries.org/online-store/place-next-workshop/ In a culture that's normalized business and exhaustion, we can often be left feeling overcommitted and, even, burned out. Oftentimes, we attribute this to a crowded calendar, but perhaps your schedule isn't the...
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Episode 88 - These Obstacles Hurt Your Walk With God
As believers, many of us set goals to grow closer to God—but staying consistent can be harder than expected. In this episode, Mary and Jay explore how our personalities can both help and hinder our pursuit of a deeper relationship with Jesus. Through biblical examples and personal stories, they...
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Episode 87 - Giving Your Passion Direction
Your gifts and strengths, while a great asset to you, may not always give you the direction you are looking for in life. There can be so much fulfillment and joy found when you are participating in God's work and connecting with his people, but it can be hard to know where to start. In this...
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Episode 86 - Using Your Gifts Without Losing Your Passion
What happens when you're not passionate about your passions anymore? Could it be you're still passionate, but not able to use your gifts to pursue those passions - causing you to feel out of place? In this episode, Mary and Jay discuss how your spiritual gifts often tell you how you will serve…
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Episode 85 - How Our Spiritual Gifts Help Us Grow Closer To God
At the start of a new year, many of us are thinking about goals, growth, and the resolutions we hope to keep. After exploring the history of New Year's resolutions last week, this episode turns to a deeper question: why are we wired to grow—and what does Scripture say about it? In this...
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Episode 84 - How Personality Can Derail Your New Year's Resolutions
If you've ever wondered why your New Year's resolutions don't stick, this episode is for you. We dive into how different personality styles approach goals, why some struggle more than others, and how the type of resolution you set really matters. Walking through the DISC framework, we uncover...
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Episode 83 - The Gifts We've Been Given
Have you ever received a gift that has left an eternal impact on your life? Join us for a conversation that celebrates both the gifts we cherish and the gifts that shape who we become. From meaningful moments to spiritual blessings, we explore the kinds of gifts God gives and why they matter far...
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Episode 82 - The Personality of Jesus: Can We Know It?
What if understanding personality could deepen not only your relationships with others, but also your relationship with God? In this episode, we explore how knowing how someone is "wired" shapes the way we perceive, interpret, and connect with them. Can we view the people of Scripture through a...
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Episode 81 - Know Your "Why"
Why do you do what you do? Why should you say yes to something new? Why should you keep going when things get tough? In this episode, Mary and Jay look at the importance of knowing your why: how it strengthens our effectiveness, fuels longevity, and aligns us with the motivations given to us in...
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Episode 80 - If You Don't Believe This, You May Never Be Content
How do comparisons and misconceptions impede upon your gratitude toward God and your attitude about who you are? In this episode Mary and Jay explore why many people struggle to feel content with themselves and how comparison, misunderstanding our spiritual gifts, and overlooking the Giver of…
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Episode 79 - Navigating Relationships Through the Holidays
With the holidays approaching, many of us look forward to family gatherings — but along with the joy can come stress, busyness, and even conflict. In this episode, we explore how understanding personality differences can transform tension into connection. From biblical examples like Moses and...
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Episode 78 - This Changed How I Approach Leadership ft. Mike Robertson
In this episode, Mary and Jay sit down with Mike Robertson to discuss business, basketball, mission trips to Bolivia and more. After going through PLACE for the first time with Mary last year, Mike shares how that experience has deepened and even changed his approach to leadership and given him a...
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Episode 77 - Gifts, Talents and Roles: Knowing the Difference
In this episode, Jay and Mary unpack the difference between abilities and talents, spiritual gifts and Christian roles. They explore why these distinctions matter. Misunderstanding them can lead to misplaced expectations; but getting it right can unlock how we serve, lead, and grow in God's design.
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Episode 76 - Coaching Character Beyond the Court ft. Jamie Parlor
In this episode, we sit down with longtime friend Jamie Parlor to talk about how Nations of Coaches is helping transform the game of basketball by reconnecting it to its original purpose. Inspired by Dr. James Naismith's vision "to win men for the Master through the gym," Nations of Coaches…
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Episode 75 - A Real Conversation on Christian Counseling ft. Jamie Parlor
In this episode, we sit down with longtime friend and guest Jamie Parlor to unpack the heart of Biblical Counseling—what sets it apart from Christian Counseling, and why Scripture remains central to true emotional and spiritual healing. Jamie shares insight into the goals and purpose of Biblical...
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Episode 74 - The Difference Between Growing and Changing ft. Ginger McSwain
Whether you're in a season of change or consistency, this conversation will encourage you to reflect on how God has been at work in your own story — molding you, guiding you, and using every experience for His purpose. In this episode, Ginger McSwain, co-founder of PLACE Ministries, joins Mary to...
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Episode 73 - When Your Strengths Clash
Ever feel like you're pulled in two directions at once? You want freedom and structure, solitude and connection, creativity and order — all at the same time. In this episode, we explore how your own abilities and desires may be the source of the internal tension, frustration, or confusion you...
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Episode 72 - Serve How God Made You
Do you ever feel discouraged when you compare how you serve to someone else? Many of us wrestle with discontentment and confusion when we assume that if our gifts don't look the same as someone else's, we must be doing it wrong. The truth is you are most effective, impactful, and content when you...
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Episode 71 - God is Calling You Somewhere New
God may be leading you toward a new environment or role because He knows exactly how He has designed you. One way to discern His calling is to discover how He has designed you. When you know how He's made you, you'll understand where He's calling you. In this episode, Mary and Jay take a deep…
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Episode 70 - Who You Are and Where You Thrive
In this episode, Mary and Jay explore the dynamic interplay between who you are and where you thrive. By understanding your personality and the environments where your abilities and gifts flourish, you'll gain deeper insight into how you work best and where you can be most effective and...
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Episode 69 - How To Be Effective & Fulfilled Where You Are
Feeling frustrated or unsatisfied in your job or ministry? You're not alone. In this episode, Mary and Jay explore how understanding your unique abilities—and the environments where you thrive—can transform your sense of fulfillment and effectiveness. Drawing on John Holland's renowned Theory of...
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Episode 68 - Where Does God Want Me?
In a culture obsessed with self-discovery and reinvention, how does the Bible define who we truly are? In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about identity and how it contrasts with the ever-changing definitions offered by the world. We'll dive into why the desire for identity runs so...
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Episode 67 - Navigating New Seasons
In this reflective episode, Jay helps Mary unpack her first year out of college and into the workplace — the challenges, the growth, and the surprising moments of grace along the way. From navigating time management to finding purpose through spiritual gifts and passions, this conversation…
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Episode 66 - Discipleship: Organic or Structured?
What are effective models of discipleship? Is it meant to be organic or structured? What is the key to living to make it in the Christian life? How important are other believers in your life? What does it mean to be backslidden as a believer? In this episode, Jay and Mary tackle these questions…
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Episode 65 - I Found a Diversion That Changed My Life and Ministry
In the midst of the relentless pace of life and ministry, finding a healthy diversion isn't just a luxury—it can be a lifeline. In this episode, Mary sits down with Jay as he shares how a simple practice—reading—became a powerful antidote to workaholism and a means of rest and renewal amidst the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The myPLACE podcast desires to help you know yourself in how God has created you. Along with understanding insights about yourself you will glean insights about others and why they think, act and do what they do. What makes myPLACE different from many other tools like personality assessments is myPLACE helps you look at yourself holistically through the lens of personality, spiritual gifts, abilities, passion, and life experiences and see how they work together in helping you be the person God designed in having healthy relationships, impactful ministry endeavors, and successful careers.
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The myPLACE podcast desires to help you know yourself in how God has created you. Along with understanding insights about yourself you will glean insights about others and why they think, act and do what they do. What makes myPLACE different from many other tools like personality assessments is...
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