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Stuck in the Mud Podcast

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Stuck in the Mud Podcast is taken from my new book Stuck in the Mud. Stuck in the Mud is available everywhere and you can find out more from my goodreads profile.https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20182740.John_ProckterDescription:Framed around twelve real-life sticking points in John Prockter's life, this book offers us hope in a faithful God and a pathway through difficult times. John encourages us to engage with Scripture in a new and inspiring way, allowing Jesus to bring the freedom we all need to live our lives authentically. Frank yet approachable, Stuck in the Mud? is an ideal guide for those wanting to engage in the ups and downs of discipleship.Reviews:I love this book. It's real, earthy, honest, funny, challenging, inspiring, practical, and written in John's unique style. Great for adults and young people alike which is a rare thing. Definitely one to move to the top of your book reading list today!Matt SummerfieldSenior Pastor: Zeo ChurchStuck In The Mud - What

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Episodes

  1. Hikaru: name above all names: Act 3: Hikaru

    In this chapter we meet Hikaru. He's royalty and feels the weight of the responsibility every day. Hikaru is preparing for a big day, but experiences a vision of the future that shocks him to the core. Buy the book...

  2. Hikaru: name above all names: Act 2: Miyako

    In this chapter we meet Miyako. A confident, magical warrior. He's about to be honoured with an award, but something feels off. He's not the warrior he thinks he should be. Buy the book...

  3. Hikaru: name above all names: Act 1: Ningen

    In this first chapter of Hikaru, we meet Ningen, a broken man, living in a desert wilderness. In this opening chapter, he's talking to a mysterious stranger. Buy the book...

  4. Do faith together

    If you're reading this or listening on the podcast, I imagine you've clicked here because you can relate to the title of this post. I don't think this is an encouragement really, but let me just say you're not alone. There are most definitely days when I want to pull my 'Christian parent' hair…

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  5. A conversation about parenting teens with Dan and Annalise Desmond

    If you're reading this or listening on the podcast, I imagine you've clicked here because you can relate to the title of this post. I don't think this is an encouragement really, but let me just say you're not alone. There are most definitely days when I want to pull my 'Christian parent' hair…

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  6. Tell your Christian Friends about it

    If you're reading this or listening on the podcast, I imagine you've clicked here because you can relate to the title of this post. I don't think this is an encouragement really, but let me just say you're not alone. There are most definitely days when I want to pull my 'Christian parent' hair…

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  7. Pulling your 'Christian Parent' hair out - featuring Lucy Summers

    If you're reading this or listening on the podcast, I imagine you've clicked here because you can relate to the title of this post. I don't think this is an encouragement really, but let me just say you're not alone. There are most definitely days when I want to pull my 'Christian parent' hair…

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  8. The kid just doesn't care about Jesus

    Assuming you agree that salvation is the work of the Holy Spirit, you'd probably feel comfortable with the idea that although you can take a child to Church, you can't make them love Jesus. I became a Christian when I was 14, and I remember a strong lead from the Holy Spirit to jump out of my…

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  9. The beginning of Hikaru

    Join me as I begin to open up the world of Hikaru over the coming months. Today really is the start of a brand new experience in my writing journey and I'd love for you to listen and find out more.

  10. Dealing with failure in youth and schools work

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. ⁠https://www.premiernexgen.com/⁠ ⁠www.johnprockter.co.uk

  11. Four degrees of mentoring

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. ⁠https://www.premiernexgen.com/⁠ ⁠www.johnprockter.co.uk⁠ Souster: https://www.sousteryouth.org/for-schools St Albans:...

  12. Don't give up on assemblies just yet

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. ⁠https://www.premiernexgen.com/⁠ ⁠www.johnprockter.co.uk⁠

  13. Why ‘schools conferences’ are excellent for your schools work strategy

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. ⁠https://www.premiernexgen.com/⁠ ⁠www.johnprockter.co.uk⁠

  14. What we're talking about when we're talking about Chaplaincy

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. ⁠https://www.premiernexgen.com/⁠ ⁠www.johnprockter.co.uk⁠

  15. Three Schools Work Principles

    In this Season I'm talking about youth working principles that I wrote for Premier. You can find the articles on the nexgen website, which I highly recommend to you. https://www.premiernexgen.com/ www.johnprockter.co.uk

  16. Season 6 Ep 8- How to make time work for you

    In this last episode of season 6, I discuss time management. If you've heard any of the episodes before you'll know that this series hasn't been put together as a definitive list or programme. Having said that, I hope there's been something helpful and encouraging for you as you've listened.…

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  17. Season 6 Ep 7- Getting the best out of working relationships

    In this episode I discuss a personal development principle called Synergy. When we understand Synergy we can get the best out of our relationships, personal and professional. Author bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands....

  18. Season 6 Ep 6- How do we let go of things we can’t control?

    In this episode I discuss control, and how we can use a focus on being present, to grow in the ways most important to us. Author bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time…

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  19. Season 6 Ep 5- Getting your duck in a row

    In this episode I talk about understanding priorities... and my ducks Author bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time ministry for twenty-five years. First in Devon, where he...

  20. Season 6 Ep 4- Understanding Values and Happiness

    In this episode I spend some time discussing values and happiness. The key is understanding how they're linked... Author bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time ministry for...

  21. Season 6 Ep 3- How to stop stress turning into anxiety

    In this episode I discuss stress, tension and anxiety and how we can navigate them successfully Author Bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time ministry for twenty-five years....

  22. Season 6 Ep 2- 4D Your To-Do List

    In this episode I discuss a management technique taught to me by my friend Matt Summerfield Author bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time ministry for twenty-five years.…

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  23. Season 6 Ep 1- The right questions to ask when your life is too full

    In this episode I talk about dealing with and ordering a life that's got too full. Author Bio John Prockter is a youth worker, worship leader, preacher and author who lives and works in the West Midlands. John has worked with young people in full-time ministry for twenty-five years. First in…

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  24. Season five wrap up

    In this episode of my podcast, I’m talking about what’s coming next, and season six will be released, and news about my next book, Hikaru.

  25. Talking to teenagers about the lamb of God

    In this episode I'm catching you up on all the different things I'm up to. I also the full script of a whole school assembly I took recently when I gave an Easter message. Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0857219928/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_uJDcGbBGNC0XK Unboxing Video: https://youtu.be/fdcA6YvSM58

  26. Is the music industry evil?

    In this episode I'm talking about a post I wrote around award season. Sam Smith caused a bit of stir with his performances, and this is the post I wrote about it. Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0857219928/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_uJDcGbBGNC0XK Unboxing Video: https://youtu.be/fdcA6YvSM58

  27. Getting things done in 2023

    In this podcast I talk about ways to get important things done. Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0857219928/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_uJDcGbBGNC0XK Unboxing Video: https://youtu.be/fdcA6YvSM58

  28. Shake it off

    In this episode I'm talking about something that happened at the start of the year, and how we dealt with it. Ultimately, this podcast is about being hopeful, even when things feel like they're going wrong. Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0857219928/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_uJDcGbBGNC0XK Unboxing...

  29. We recently lost our dog (Beliefs about pets in heaven)

    In this episode I talk about losing my dog Hobie recently, and also read a post about pets in heaven from a blog I wrote a year ago.

  30. Blog Recap Series: Three planning tips you probably need today

    In this series I'm going back to old blog posts I think still have relevance today

  31. Blog Recap Series: Have we just lost the most important story teller in the world?

    In this series I'm going over blog posts written a few weeks or months ago that still have relevance today.

  32. Blog Recap Series: Why does football feel so spiritual?

    In this series I'm recapping blog posts that I think still have some relevance today.

  33. Blog Recap Series: Memeageddon: The tradegy of Amber, Johnny

    In this series I'm recapping blog posts written recently that I think still have some relevance for us today.

  34. Chapter 12: Freedom: Hope and Restoration

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  35. Chapter 11: Discipleship: Discipleship and the Kingdom of Heaven

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  36. Chapter 10: Thankfulness: The Power of Understanding

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  37. Chapter 9: Grace: The Gift of Release

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  38. Chapter 8: Presence: Learning to be here

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  39. Chapter 7: Calling: Purpose & Delight

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  40. Coping with Change: A special episode in conversation with Colin Piper

    We're now half way through Stuck in the Mud, and today we've got a special episode with Colin Piper, the host of Patriarch The Podcast. Today, Colin and John are talking about coping with change. What we hope you'll find interesting about this episode is that Colin works on the world stage…

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  41. Chapter 6: Loss: Stuck in the Mud

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  42. Chapter 5: Peace: Overtaken by stress

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  43. Chapter 4: Worship: Not experiencing God

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  44. Chapter 3: Legacy: Coping with Disappointments

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  45. Chapter 2: Humility: Dealing with Pride

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  46. Chapter 1: Treasure: Struggling with Identity

    Join me as I read through my book, Stuck in the Mud: Stories of hope for when you're stuck

  47. The Slap of Disappointment

    In this episode I tackle the incident between Will Smith & Chris Rock at the Oscars 2022. "We have to contend with many crippling mental health issues. Most are biological, but some are caused by missed opportunities or behaviour that doesn't match a person's values. In this instance, we're…

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  48. How to unplug, when it's time to rest

    In this episode I discuss three ways to unplug when it's time to stop and find some rest. If you're enjoying the podcast do come and find me on social media @johnprockterauthor

  49. Three ways to increase your mental wellbeing in 2022

    In this episode I talk about dialling down the stress and using simple strategies to improve your wellbeing. You can follow my podcasts on my website www.johnprockter.co.uk

  50. How can you relieve stress in 2022?

    In this episode I talk about an experience I had recently that forced me to seek out peace, once again!

About this show

Stuck in the Mud Podcast is taken from my new book Stuck in the Mud. Stuck in the Mud is available everywhere and you can find out more from my goodreads profile.https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20182740.John_ProckterDescription:Framed around twelve real-life sticking points in John Prockter's life, this book offers us hope in a faithful God and a pathway through difficult times. John encourages us to engage with Scripture in a new and inspiring way, allowing Jesus to bring the freedom we all need to live our lives authentically. Frank yet approachable, Stuck in the Mud? is an ideal guide for those wanting to engage in the ups and downs of discipleship.Reviews:I love this book. It's real, earthy, honest, funny, challenging, inspiring, practical, and written in John's unique style. Great for adults and young people alike which is a rare thing. Definitely one to move to the top of your book reading list today!Matt SummerfieldSenior Pastor: Zeo ChurchStuck In The Mud - What

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Stuck in the Mud Podcast have?

Stuck in the Mud Podcast has 64 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 6, 2023.

What is Stuck in the Mud Podcast about?

Stuck in the Mud Podcast is taken from my new book Stuck in the Mud. Stuck in the Mud is available everywhere and you can find out more from my goodreads profile.https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20182740.John_ProckterDescription:Framed around twelve real-life sticking points in John Prockter's...

How often does Stuck in the Mud Podcast release new episodes?

Stuck in the Mud Podcast publishes every two weeks, based on its 64 episodes since January 2021.

Who hosts Stuck in the Mud Podcast?

Stuck in the Mud Podcast is created and hosted by johnprockterauthor.
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