Live for Eternity

Have you ever went through a season where you didn't know what to do, but then God showed up at the perfect time in the perfect way? That explains my life the past couple of months. In this season, God showed me a lot of things, but I didn't always pick up on everything right away. Looking back, there is an incredible story of how God has led me every step of the way. Plus, there is a big life update I will share as part of this story! Be sure to follow along on social media to keep up with future podcast updates. As always, thanks for joining along!

We were made to move and go and work and do. But the only way we can accomplish all of those things is if we take the time to prioritize proper rest in the process. In this episode, we look at some principles from the book "Built to Move" by Kelly and Juliet Starrett in their chapter on sleep and unleashing your superpower. In this world that focused on performance and productivity, sleep is often underutilized. But sleep is what often times holds the key to higher productivity during our waking hours. You'll learn why sleep is important and practical tips for how to get better sleep immediately. If you're interested in ordering your own copy of "Built to Move", check it out here: https://thereadystate.com/built-to-move/

One of the primary decisions to figure out is who or what is determining the direction you are going. Who is driving your car on this journey through life? Who is in the driver's seat? God wants control of every area of our life. That's not just for the sake of having control, but it's so that He can use and bless every area of our life. In this episode, we look at different areas that people tend to hold on to control for themselves. My prayer is that God will help you see areas that you can let go of today so that God can use and bless you in those areas. For the mentioned shirts in this episode, the links are below: https://www.liveforeternity.life/shop/p/blessing-shirt https://www.liveforeternity.life/shop/p/stop-shirt

We all have to eat! We were created for a life of movement, action, and impact. But those things require the proper the fuel to support those activities. The question is, what should we eat? In this episode, we break down how to fuel your body for optimum performance. Whether your goal is to lose weight, to improve performance, to have the energy to play with your family, or just to feel better, you'll learn how to do that by making the right food choices. Plus, you'll learn spiritual principles along the way.

Right now, everything in the world points to the external.  We celebrate records, numbers, times, accomplishments, achievements, wins, and dollars.  Those are all things that we can see, measure, and compare.  And you might think, “what’s wrong with that?  It’s been working for us.  If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”  I would argue that the system of only looking on the outside is broken.  That’s taking the easy way out.  Anyone can see the external results.  That’s the fruit. We can all see the fruit, but it’s much harder to see the root.  We can’t easily see what’s really happening inside someone. We can see a change in their actions, but it’s difficult to notice what is really happening to cause those changes.  In this episode, we look at how to take a deep internal look at yourself or at others to learn how to celebrate the wins that matter the most.

There are a lot of opinions about how men are supposed to look or act. We all have our own definition about what "manly" really is. Society says one thing, families say another, and churches say something else. What's the right answer? In this episode, we take a look at what the Bible says about men. The standards are high, but this is a challenge all men should take on. It's not easy, but no one said it would be.

We all look up to the G.O.A.T.S (Greatest Of All Time) in different sports. There's just something about the elite that inspire us to dream about what's possible. Could we be the greatest at something? Believe it or not, the answer is YES! You have greatness inside of you! In this episode, we look at how to become the best. It isn't easy, but it is within your reach. Don't settle for average or mediocre when you can be the best!

The days are getting longer, spring is right around the corner, and now is the time to get cut! Whether you're building muscle, training for races, or just trying to lose a few pounds, now is the time to start cutting off extra weight so we can be our best in the months ahead. "Get cut" means different things to different people, but there's still the same basic meaning: getting rid of what is unnecessary to be your best. In this episode, we look at how to get cut, not just physically, but in all areas of life. You'll learn how to be fitter, faster, and more efficient to help you reach your ultimate potential.

Your mind is typically your greatest limiting factor. Success or failure is decided in your mind. It sounds easy to just decide to stay committed to the end, but it's incredibly difficult to develop a strong and resilient mind. In this episode, BJ shares tips for how to improve your mindset to overcome worry and anxiety in order to walk in victory. Update: We're now on YouTube! You can find video versions of these podcasts on there, as well as future additional content! YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@liveforeternity775?si=LdCTL2yWxiNtxt6D

In life, we tend to group things into our secular (physical, work) life and our sacred (spiritual, church) life. There's nothing necessarily wrong with that, but there can be real benefit in bringing the two together. In this episode, I look back at my mix of secular and ministry jobs to show how the two can and should mix. There are lessons I learned from full-time ministry that can help every follower of Christ improve their own spiritual lives. But there are also lessons I learned in the secular workplace that can help ministers improve their ministries. We grow stronger in every area when we let the sacred invade the secular parts of our lives. For more information about our mission or business, visit our website at liveforeternity.life

We're back with Season 2! Last year was a roller coaster with incredible highs and frustrating lows. Through it all, there were lessons to be learned in every season. In this episode, we take a look at all of it to see what lessons can be learned to maximize fitness, faith, and everything in between.

Christmas- one of the greatest stories ever told! A baby in a manger, shepherds following the star, wise men bringing gifts, everything perfect and peaceful. But in the middle of our wonderful celebrations this time of year, we can't forget that it's not just a fairy tale. It really happened! God really stepped down to live among us. Jesus really became our perfect sacrifice. And now salvation really is available to all. If we really believe in the true Christmas story, that changes EVERYTHING! Enjoy this special Christmas edition of the podcast and be sure you listen to the end for some bonus content! If you're looking for some Live For Eternity gear, a Christmas gift for a running enthusiast, or if you'd like more information about health or run coaching, visit the website at: www.liveforeternity.life

Life rarely goes perfectly according to plan. In order to survive life's changes, you must be prepared to adapt and overcome. In this episode, we look at how to adapt and why adapting is vital to our survival. Plus, we take a deeper look at the scientific side of adaptation and you may be surprised at what you hear!

Who you surround yourself with is so important! They will either help keep you on the right track or be an obstacle to work around. In this episode, I look back at the people in my life that helped me get to where I am today. Whether you realize it or not, when you do the right thing, you are making a positive impact.

Change is part of life. Seasons come and seasons go. Some are great and some are not so great. But in every season, there are lessons to be learned and progress to be made. It won't always look the same or be what we want, but there is always a reason and a greater purpose.

It's easy to be thankful when everything is going right. But how do we choose gratitude when things are falling apart or when it seems like our dreams are dying? In this episode, I talk through this very situation as I navigate when to keep pursuing a dream and when to let it go. Things won't always go how we want them to, but we can always choose to respond to them in the right way.

It's the most wonderful time of the year...right? The holidays usually end up being one of the most stressful times of year and you see the negative results of that in your health. But this year can be different! In this episode, we look at how to control the things you can control to stay healthy for the holidays.

Time is our most precious resource. Once you spend it, it's gone. That causes many of us to rush so we can make the most of the time we have. But one of the biggest lessons I've learned in running is that speeding up can be one of the worst things you can do. And as it turns out, that's not just true in running, but also in our physical and spiritual lives.

This week, you're invited to join a conversation I'm having with God and myself about where I am, where I'm heading, what is working, and what needs to change. As you listen, I encourage you to ask yourself some of the same questions to do your own self-reflection. I share my honest answers to some difficult questions and it'd be good for you to do the same.

Science and faith view the world in two completely different ways. But can there be a harmony between the two? Find out in this episode as we take an in depth look at the topics of creation, physics, and miracles.

This week, we look at what it means for God to give us our "daily bread." God provides, but we still need to show up to get it. Plus, we have some bonus content as we check in with Nick Apicella in the middle of his running of the Arkansas Traveller 100 mile race. You'll hear how he's feeling at mile 60 and how God has been providing his "daily bread" through the race.

Who are you? That may be the greatest question each of needs to discover about ourselves. In this episode, we look at how to accurately define yourself and how to move past being defined by other people's definitions. You'll learn how to silence the wrong voices and amplify the right One.

Wholeness. A deep topic that takes a lot of digging to understand. However, once you get what this concept really means, it can radically change your life. You can be whole, complete, and unified, and that's a goal we should all be striving for.

God has given us the ability to work towards goals and dreams. In this episode, we look at how to find new goals and dreams to work towards. Then we look at how to take practical steps to make them become reality. You can have big goals and dreams and you can see them come true!

There is a war for control of our minds. Because there is a war, that means there is an enemy. We think we know who our enemy really is, but it might not be what you think! Live for Eternity website: www.liveforeternity.life Praying Ninja Warrior Benefit Race: https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/Conway/PrayingNinjaWarriorBenefitRace?fbclid=IwAR0ILcA0krTogpo5Zpda1yVx5fmFEZw2VLdzNDHvFBwRXcisXHYhk6uhBwQ

We were made to move by design. In this episode, I share why I decided to take up running two years ago. Even if you have no interest in running, you'll hear ways you can become active, regardless of your physical condition or activity level.

Welcome to episode #1! We take a look at what Live for Eternity is and what the name means. You'll hear about the connection between the physical and the spiritual parts of our lives. Our lives have the greatest impact when both are in alignment with each other.