Episodes
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64. Living in the Cycle of Grace
Do you ever reach the end of a day and measure your worth by what you accomplished? Even when we believe in grace, we often find ourselves working hard to earn the acceptance God has already offered us in Christ. In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord explores the cycle of…
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63. Refusing to Give Up on Jesus (with Aaron Niequist)
What does it look like to remain deeply committed to Jesus when so much of what we see in contemporary Christianity leaves us disillusioned? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord welcomes pastor, author, and worship leader Aaron Niequist for an honest conversation about faith,...
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62. Who You're Becoming (with Chuck DeGroat)
What does it mean to become a person of love in a culture that rewards appearance and performance? In this episode, Adam talks with pastor, therapist, professor, and author Chuck DeGroat about his forthcoming book, Who You’re Becoming: The Slow and Courageous Work of Cultivating Character in a...
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61. Experiencing the Like of God (with Brian Fisher)
What do you imagine God feels when you come to mind? Many of us believe that God loves us, yet our hearts live from the assumption that he is disappointed in us. We trust that we have been forgiven while continuing to perform for God’s approval. We know that God welcomes us, but struggle to…
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60. To Listen is to Love (with Stephen W. Smith)
Originally released on September 4, 2024, as “Deep Listening Might Save Us,” this conversation returns to The Being Formed Podcast exactly two years later. Once again, on Adam’s birthday. Coincidence? We don't think so... Bringing this episode out of the archives feels like a birthday gift…
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59. The Great Invitation: From Doing for God to Being with God (with Mike and Lori McDaniel)
What happens when the ministry you have poured your life into is suddenly no longer yours? After more than three decades of ministry together, Mike and Lori McDaniel found themselves facing an unexpected and painful ending. What followed was a season of grief, disorientation, and the difficult…
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58. The Next Mountain (with Jeff Caliguire)
What if the greatest obstacle to the life God is inviting you into isn't a lack of ability, but the stories you've come to believe about yourself? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam sits down with transformational coach, author, and founder of We Train Coaches, Jeff Caliguire. In...
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57. Friendship with Jesus and Learning to Be Loved, Part 2 (with Jessica Vangsnes)
In Part Two of this special dual-release conversation, Adam Ormord continues his dialogue with Jessica Vangsnes, host of the Transforming Us Podcast. While Part One explored some of Adam's story, this episode turns toward Jessica and her journey of ever-increasing friendship with Jesus. Together,...
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56. Walking with Jesus and the Power of Pilgrimage, Part 1 (with Jessica Vangsnes)
In this special dual-release episode, The Being Formed Podcast welcomes Jessica Vangsnes, host of the Transforming Us podcast, for the first of a two-part conversation exploring pilgrimage, attachment, and the slow work of spiritual formation. Jessica is a certified trauma-informed relationship...
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55. Composing Church (with Becky Ykema)
Adam Ormord (LifePoint Resources) sits down with author, worship leader, coach, and spiritual director Becky Ykema to discuss her new book. After more than two decades serving in churches ranging from church plants to one of the largest churches in the country, Becky began noticing subtle…
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54. The Relational Soul
What if the deepest truth about you is not what you do, what you believe, or even what you have accomplished, but that you were created for relationship? In this solo episode, Adam Ormord explores the idea that we are, at our core, relational souls. Drawing from the work of Richard Plass and…
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53. Befriended by Jesus (with Dale Gish)
What if Jesus is always moving toward us, offering us friendship and love, but we've lost the ability to notice? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord sits down with Dale Gish, founder of The Ignatian Center, spiritual director, retreat leader, and guide of the Spiritual...
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52. The Sacred Way Community (with Kim Van Natta)
What does it look like to walk with Jesus in a way that is relational, intentional, and deeply transformative? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam is joined by spiritual director and retreat guide Kim Van Natta for a conversation about a new initiative from LifePoint Resources…
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51. Leadership from Within (with Gregory Woodard)
What sustains a leader over time? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord (Founder and President of LifePoint Resources) sits down with retired Navy chaplain and author Gregory Woodard to explore the inner life of leadership. Drawing from years of experience in ministry and the...
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50. Spiritual Wayfinding (with Deborah Gregory)
What if your life with God isn’t meant to stay in your head? In this conversation, Adam sits down with spiritual director and author Deborah Gregory to explore what it means to experience God not just in our thoughts, but in our bodies, our movement, and the ordinary rhythms of daily life.…
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49. Not Alone: Healing from Trauma in the Presence of God (with Anne Richardson)
In this episode, Adam sits down with Anne Richardson, author of Not Alone and a trauma-informed spiritual director, for a thoughtful and honest conversation about trauma, shame, and the slow work of healing. Anne shares from her own story, including a pivotal season that led her into deeper…
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48. The Wilderness Way (with Dustin Kleinschmidt)
What if the wilderness isn’t something to escape… but the place where faith is actually formed? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord is joined by author, coach, and teacher Dustin Kleinschmidt to explore the deeper realities of the spiritual life, especially for those who feel...
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47. A Safe Place for the Soul (with Dr. Dave Janvier)
In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord sits down with Dr. Dave Janvier, a licensed professional counselor, certified clinical trauma professional, sex therapist, and spiritual director. Dave is the founder of SIIMDA Soul Care, a ministry that integrates trauma therapy,...
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46. Steps Through Lent: Living Under God's Loving Gaze
In this solo episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam offers a reflective teaching for the Lenten journey. Drawing from his own experience in ministry, his pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, and the deep wisdom of Psalm 139, Adam explores what it means to walk faithfully, not perfectly, one...
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45. When God Seems Distant (with Kyle Strobel)
In this episode, Adam Ormord sits down with Kyle Strobel for a spacious and deeply pastoral conversation about seasons of spiritual dryness and the steady work of God when it feels like we've been abandoned. Kyle is the coauthor, along with John Coe, of the newly released book When God Seems...
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44. Headwaters of Hope (with Todd Spencer)
In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord is joined by Todd Spencer, a spiritual director, coach, and retreat guide whose ministry centers on caring for leaders in need of fresh sources of life. Todd shares his journey into spiritual direction, the heart behind Headwaters of Hope,...
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43. Life With God (with Debbie Swindoll)
What if discipleship was less about learning more information about God and more about learning how to live with God? In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord sits down with Debbie Swindoll — founder of Grafted Life Ministries and the Christ-Centered Spiritual Directors…
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42. Jesus Has to Be the Center (with Angie Day Peters)
In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord (Founder of LifePoint Resources) is joined by author and ministry leader, Angie Day Peters, for a reflective conversation about spiritual freedom and transformation. Centered on Angie’s book, Rooted Revolution: Embracing the Mess and the...
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41. Greening (with Stephen W. Smith)
Episode Summary In this episode, Adam sits down with Stephen W. Smith, author and founder of The Potter’s Inn and a long-time voice in the world of soul care. Steve shares about his new book of poetry, Greening, and the inner awakening he’s been experiencing in recent years. Together, Adam and...
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40. The Journey of Christmas Love (with Niecy LoCricchio) plus a bonus interview with Lynn Biskner
In this special Advent episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord sits down with two fellow spiritual directors — Niecy LoCricchio and Lynn Biskner — to explore how we can enter this Advent season with greater attentiveness, creativity, and openness to God’s presence. Conversation with…
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39. Landscapes of the Soul (with Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw)
Adam Ormord (Podcast Host, Co-founder of LifePoint Resources) invites Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw to the Being Formed Podcast to discuss their latest book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection. Cyd Holsclaw &...
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38. Sowing the Seeds of Shalom (with Afrika Afeni Mills)
Educator, pastor, spiritual director, and author Afrika Afeni Mills joins me to talk about her upcoming book Sowing the Seeds of Shalom. Afrika is the author of Open Windows, Open Minds: Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students, and her TED-Ed talk Four Ways to Have Healthy Conversations About...
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37. Deeply Loved (with Bill & Kristi Gaultiere)
"We live in an empathy-starved world. And with increased social fractures, we are always being formed to normalize disconnection from others. How do we receive empathy? How do we give it? What does this all have to do with God? I'm immensely grateful that Bill and Kristi Gaultiere have taken the...
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36. How to Walk into a Room (with Emily P. Freeman)
"It's less about what we do, but it is about who we are becoming...The process of making that decision is actually the point." (Emily P. Freeman) Join Adam Ormord as he sits down with New York Times bestselling author and spiritual director, Emily P. Freeman. In this episode, Adam and Emily…
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35. Following Jesus Into Freedom (with Sean Nemecek)
"It's my goal that people really experience their union with Christ, the depth of security they have with Him, and the freedom to minister out of God's love." - Sean Nemecek On today's episode, Adam Ormord (President and Founder of LifePoint Resources) remixes a former episode (Episode 16) to...
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34. The Posture of a Pilgrim (with Marilyn Vancil)
Join us as we explore the posture of a pilgrim with Marilyn Vancil, delving into how the Enneagram can guide us in living a surrendered life with God day by day. Marilyn Vancil is a renowned author, teacher, and spiritual director known for her deep insights into the Enneagram and its application...
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33. Buen Camino! (with Jim Powell)
Our host, Adam Ormord, welcomes Pastor Jim Powell to the table to discuss their recent transformative journeys along an ancient pilgrimage path in Spain called the Camino de Santiago. Jim Powell is the Lead Pastor of Palm West Community Church in Sun City West, Arizona. Prior to this, he served…
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32. Walking Toward God Together (with Bryan and Rachel Hehr)
"One of the things we are watching couples experience is a deepening compassion for each other that overflows into their entire life together. Things just start to look different when you have a little bit more of a picture of your spouse's interior life, a picture of their soul." - Rachel Hehr...
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31. In Search of God's Will (with Trevor Hudson)
“What does it mean to bring my life into tune with what God longs for, with what God desires, with what God wants for my life and for the world? For me, that is a very dynamic day-by-day invitation.“ - Trevor Hudson In this episode, Adam Ormord (host) is joined by guest, Trevor Hudson, to discuss...
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30. Jesus Knows Your Suffering (with Scott Shaum)
Adam Ormord, President and Co-Founder of LifePoint, invites Scott Shaum to the podcast to explore the profound themes of suffering, grief, and the spiritual journey. Scott is an anglican priest, spiritual director, and member of the Executive Leadership Team at Barnabas International. Scott is…
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29. Navigating the Soul's Journey (with Joe Chambers)
Summary In this episode of the Being Formed podcast, Adam Ormord engages in a heartfelt conversation with Joe Chambers, exploring the themes of soul care, the importance of storytelling, and the journey of personal and spiritual growth. Joe shares his experiences as a pastor, the significance of...
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28. Life to the Fullest (with Melissa Sievers)
"To have someone who is listening expressly for the purpose of drawing you out, not for their own curiosity, but simply to help you have clarity in your own life, what an incredible gift that can lead to transformation...life to the full." - Melissa Sievers Our guest on The Being Formed Podcast…
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27. Now I Become Myself (with Ken Shigematsu)
Ken Shigematsu (Pastor and Author, Tenth Church) sat down with Adam Ormord (Founder and President, LifePoint Resources) for an important conversation on the topic of shame. What is it? What happens when we wear shame as our identity? What is the answer to our shame? Ken Shigematsu lives in...
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26. We All Look to You (with Brandon Booth)
"These all look to You. This is the way of all things, rock badgers and leviathans included." (Brandon Booth) The tables are turned on this episode of The Being Formed Podcast as our host, Adam Ormord, is interviewed by Brandon Booth (host of The Signpost Inn Podcast). Brandon is a spiritual...
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25. Tending the Soul (with Casey Tygrett)
In this conversation, Casey Tygrett and Adam Ormord explore the complexities of memory, the nature of the soul, and the importance of spiritual formation. They discuss how our memories shape our understanding of God, ourselves, and the world around us. The conversation emphasizes the significance...
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24. The Discipline of Loving and Being Loved (with Dr. Barbara Peacock)
What color is God's skin? What color is God's skin? I said it's black, brown, yellow, and it's red, and it's white. Everyone's the same in the Good Lord's sight. What if our practices of being with God, while distinct and different across the vast landscape of time and cultures, actually held far...
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23. Beauty from Ashes (with Rebekah Ormord)
Welcome to Season 2 of The Being Formed Podcast! We're kicking off the new year with a very personal and powerful conversation between Adam and Rebekah Ormord, the co-founders of LifePoint Resources. Rebekah and Adam unpack the harder parts of their journey together, including the pain, trauma…
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22. Savoring the Season (with AJ Sherrill)
"Christmas, of all seasons in the year, should be the time where true meaning can be found. However, by the end of December many attest to experiencing exhaustion rather than significance, stress rather than joy, and more consumer debt than spiritual abundance. Is this really what the Christmas...
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21. Discovering a Way to Walk (with Jen Manglos)
As our schedules inevitably fill up for the holidays, we recognize a deeper desire to lean into spaciousness and rest with God. How do we slow down and pay attention to the transforming work God is doing in us and in the world? How do we partner with God rather than resist the movement of the...
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20. The Ignatian Journey (with Lori Shoults and Cheri Hudspith)
“I feel like I’ve had some kind of breakthrough related to feeling full permission, full blessing, to live with unconditional love for people around me, and some insight into some of the walls that were there that were keeping me from believing that truly being unconditionally loving is the way…
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19. Do you want to flourish? (with Mindy Caliguire)
“When you care for your soul as a way of life, you can handle when really hard things come your way and still maintain that groundedness. Now, it’s turbulent, it’s hard, it’s disorienting, but the bottom didn’t fall out the way it had years ago.” (Mindy Caliguire) Mindy Caliguire is the founder…
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18. Trusting Emmanuel's Promise (with Summer Joy Gross)
Adam Ormord (LifePoint Resources) welcomes Summer Joy Gross to The Being Formed Podcast for a conversation about forming a stronger attachment to God who promises to be with us always. Summer Joy Gross (MDiv, Virginia Theological Seminary) is the author of "The Emmanuel Promise: Discovering the...
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17. Caring For Those Who Care For Others (with Abigail Doust)
Our host, Adam Ormord, welcomes Abigail Doust to The Being Formed Podcast to talk about the joy of serving and caring for women who serve in cross-cultural ministry all across the world. Abigail is an author, speaker, coach, and trainer who is passionate about helping leaders get equipped to help...
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16. Finding Our Way Through Burnout (with Sean Nemecek)
On today's episode, Adam Ormord (President and Founder of LifePoint Resources) welcomes Sean Nemecek to the podcast to talk about the very serious issue of burnout, especially for those who serve in ministry. This is an important conversation as we recognize the elevated state of stress and...
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15. Deep Listening Might Save Us (with Stephen W. Smith)
Adam Ormord welcomes friend and mentor, Stephen W. Smith, to The Being Formed Podcast to talk about the power of deep listening. Steve Smith is the co-founder of Potter's Inn, a Christian ministry devoted to the work of spiritual formation and the care of the soul. He's the author of several…
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