Homilies from St. Luke Orthodox Church in Abilene, Texas
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Life Without Baggage : Insights from Christian Counseling for Greater Confidence, Courage & Comfort
Dr. Toni Cooper
Are you a Christian? Do you want strategies on how to improve your coping skills? Do you want to understand how to draw closer to God for greater peace? These episodes will help you build self-confidence, overcome trauma, establish firmer boundaries, and lean into the gentle guidance of the Holy Spirit for greater wisdom for your daily life. These are the strategies I've been teaching my clients since l986. These episodes are not a substitute for medication or personal counseling. #christian ...
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You have a basic coping style. Find out what your style is and how to cope in a more effective way. This is from my book, "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to Break Free."Proactive Coping 0:57"Passive and Active Tendencies 1:52"Over-Use of Our Style 2:27"How Patterns Develop 3:32"Compulsions and Addictions 5:05"Expanding Your Style 5:29"Res…
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The recent election may have set the record for the amount of emotional reaction it has generated. As such, it presents an unusual opportunity for Christians to impact those in our spheres of influence. ******************************************************************* Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small businesspeople with pra…
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How To Break FREE From Your Past #144 #innerhealing #traumarecovery
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There are important principles that can help people break free from their past and from a victim mindset. Today I explain how and guide you in a prayer to break free. 0:00" Introduction0:56" Determination to break free4:32" Understanding your coping style and #learnedhelplessness 6:50" Living in Crisis Mode9:22" Changing how YOU view Yourself11:20"…
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There is perhaps no more powerful example of our need for Christ’s healing of our souls than that contained in today’s gospel reading. A rich man with the benefit of the great spiritual heritage of Abraham, Moses, and the prophets had become such a slave to gratifying his desires for indulgence in pleasure that he had become completely blind to his…
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How Simple Metrics Can Amplify Your Sales
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We often get so caught up in the details of a sale and quantity of transactions that we fail to regard the value of our customers. Sales is about people, not money. By putting an economic value to every customer it lifts them up in our radar screen and provides important information to help make decisions about sales and finances. In this article, …
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Childhood Trauma & Adult Romantic Relationships #143 #relationshiptips #healthyrelationships
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A fun interview with SheRa Renee from the Blemished Beauty podcast where we look at the impact of childhood trauma on our romantic choices and 3 unhealthy patterns in relationships. 0:00" Introduction1:00" How I got interested in trauma recovery3:30" 3 Patterns and Relationship Mistakes10:50" Know who you are12:10" Dating, Job Interviews, Romance &…
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We have learned to immediately react to a problem by trying to fix it. But what if, in our rapidly changing world, fixing a problem isn’t the wisest reaction? Is there a better option? Let’s explore another possibility. Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small businesspeople with practical actionable ideas that can make an immediate …
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Christian Counseling | Finding PEACE in a Chaotic World #142 #spiritualpeace
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In this video podcast, I explore concepts from nature and the Bible that help us understand how to find peace and navigate chaos. 0:00" Introduction0:58" Pictures of peace and safety in nature2:40" Pictures of how Jesus can be our safe place4:30" Comforting images from the Bible9:50" Learning how to lean into Jesus and draw from His PEACE13:22" Pra…
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Overcoming Your Primary Sales Obstacle
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Almost every B2B sales organization has a Primary Sales Obstacle – one place in their sales efforts where some improvement will make a disproportionately large impact on sales. In this post, I describe the reasons why the obstacle exists, identify the most common obstacles for three different business models, and offer solutions to each. Dave Kahle…
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Christian Counseling | Words for The POWER to Change #innerhealing #christianpodcast #podcastsforwomen
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This episode explains the power of words that can bring us peace and strength to move forward from the difficulties in life. 0:00" Introduction to the Episode1:00" Understanding the POWER of words in nature4:40" The Bible teaches us about the POWER of the Word of God to create change7:00" Words of strength and healing in a prayer for you10:27" The …
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Many are strongly tempted today to allow the problems facing our culture and world to distract us from growing to maturity in the Christian life and bearing good fruit for the Kingdom of God. That is perfectly understandable in light of our constant access to global media and the gravity of current events.…
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Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?
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Very often, the reason we don’t meet our potential is less our lack of skills and more the internal hindrances that inhibit our performance. In this podcast, we uncover this truth, and help you apply it. Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small businesspeople with practical actionable ideas that can make an immediate impact on your s…
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Childhood Stress & Adult Mental Health #140 #childhoodtrauma #personalityquiz #copingskills
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Does childhood stress matter if you are an adult and you've forgiven everyone in your past? This episode explores the answer to this question about the impact of childhood stress (i. e., experiences prior to age 18) on adult coping skills. There is also a quiz to help you understand how much stress you may have had in your childhood. 0:00" Introduc…
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Some tips for people 50+ who want to age well. This is a radio interview with Jeanne Destro from WAKR.✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu/?sub_confirmation=1✅ Important Links: 👉 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Leave me a Google Rev…
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Time management may be the biggest need in our frenzied culture. Yet, many people have a defective view of time management, limiting their effectiveness. In this podcast, we set that straight. Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small businesspeople with practical actionable ideas that can make an immediate impact on your sales perfor…
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Christian Counseling | How to STOP People Pleasing #139 #peoplepleasing
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This week's episode is an interview with Julie Rebboah who learned how to STOP people pleasing. Julie grew up with a parent who had an undiagnosed personality disorder. As a result, Julie experienced the divorce of her parents, poverty, emotional abuse, and neglect. We talk about the ways that she lost her self and then learned to stop people pleas…
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Narrow Your Focus, Multiply Your Business
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: In B2B sales, you always do better narrowing your focus than expanding it. Defy conventional wisdom and your own instincts and drill down into this – one of the 25 most important lessons I’ve learned in 30+ years of sales training and consulting. Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small businesspeople with practical actionable idea…
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In light of recent events, I want to post a prayer that you can use to ask God for His intervention in our nation. This prayer uses Scripture from 2 Chronicles 7:14, Exodus 20, Isaiah 58, and Isaiah 53. God responds to humility and repentance for sin.
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One of the great challenges that many of us face is learning to see that being an Orthodox Christians may not be reduced to confessing certain beliefs about God, no matter how true those beliefs are. Our faith may not be reduced to conscientious participation in the worship of the Church or keeping our own rule of prayer, fasting, almsgiving, or ot…
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Christian Counseling | Helplessness, Guilt, Self-Care & Self-Criticism #138
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This week's episode is an interview I did with the Christian Reader's Community. In this interview, I address concerns about a variety of topics and healthy ways to draw on your faith. This is episode #138 in my podcast "Life Without Baggage."0:00" Introduction to the Episode3:00" Why People Get Stuck6:55" Guilt and Self-Care11:15" Self-Criticism a…
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It’s human nature to resist change. But, in our rapidly changing times, mindlessly grasping onto the status quo can lead to mediocrity. If we are going to survive and thrive in these times, we need to relentlessly examine our hold on the way things have been and consider better approaches. Dave Kahle’s goal is to provide sales leaders and small bus…
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Christian Counseling | Cultivate YOUR Creative Gifts #137 #christianpodcast
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This week looks at the Joy, Peace, and Beauty we create for ourselves and others as you develop even simple creative talents. Many people do not recognize the creativity they express in the simple tasks of life (like cooking, sewing, repairing items, gardening, solving problems, etc.) 0:00" Introduction2:22" Where does creativity start?7:26" Practi…
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Christian Counseling | How Does God See Me? (Bonus)
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Is God mad at me? Why don't I feel forgiven? How do I get closer to God? This video answers those questions. 0:00" Introduction0:35" Is God mad at me?4:45" Why do I have trouble feeling good enough?7:08" How can I recognize if I have distortions about God10:50" Four steps to remove distortions✅ Important Links: 👉 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.…
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What, Exactly, Is A Kingdom Business?
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The term ‘Kingdom business’ conjures up all kinds of ideas. Some imagine businesses that put gospel tracks with their invoices and checks. Others think of the original “business as mission” idea of businesses which are just really disguised mission efforts. Still others imagine the owners as overly pious people who are out of step with the real wor…
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Christian Counseling | Wake Up Your Creative Side #136 #creativeenergy
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This week looks at the therapeutic power of creativity. Many people do not recognize the creativity they express in the simple tasks of life (like cooking, sewing, repairing items, gardening, solving problems, etc.) Creativity gives us joy and blesses other people. 0:00" Introduction1:56" Have You Dropped Off Some Baggage?2:50" Creativity in your e…
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As we continue to celebrate the Elevation of the Holy Cross, we must remain on guard against the temptation of viewing our Lord’s Cross as merely a religious symbol that requires nothing of us. Through His Self-Offering on the Cross, Christ has conquered death and brought salvation to the world. But in order for us to share personally in His eterna…
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3 Practical Steps to Enhance the Spiritual Influence of Your Business
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Almost every Christian businessperson has a sense that there is potential in their businesses or professions to make a greater impact for the Kingdom. Unfortunately, the idea is often too vague and unformed in our minds, and therefore seems overwhelming. Here are three simple steps to begin to transform your business into a spiritual entity followi…
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How to Partner with God for Your Business with Jenilee Samuel #135 #javawithjen #lifewithoutbaggage
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Today, I am interviewing Jenilee Samuel of "Java with Jen" to discuss how to use your faith to get strategies for your business, podcast, or hobby. 0:00" Introduction to episode and to Jenilee Samuel2:32" Recognizing the gentle ways that God communicates with us9:34" Getting help from God to improve your finances, business, hobby, or side hustle18:…
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Think for a moment about how we mark the passage of time in our lives. We all know how old we are. Students know what grade they are in. Workers know how long they have been employed. Married people count their anniversaries. Some of us remember America’s bicentennial. Perhaps we pay attention to such markers to try to make sense of the meaning of …
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If you have dropped off some baggage as a result of any of these episodes, or prayers, or insights, I would love to hear from you! This link will give you 90 seconds of recording time. https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithoutBaggage Also, let me know if I have permission to share your recording on a future segment! Looking forward to hearing from you!…
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Two Small Things To Practice Your Faith In The Marketplace.
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For many Christian professionals and businesspeople, the prospect of practicing our faith in the marketplace is overwhelming. It’s easy to remain paralyzed in the face of so many things calling for our time and attention. In the face of overwhelming number of choices, most marketplace Christians default to what’s comfortable and familiar – which is…
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If you are like me, there are times when you become worried or upset over matters of very little importance. It often does not take much to punch our buttons because we base our sense of self and wellbeing, as well as our hopes for the future, on illusions that cannot fulfill them. Due to our darkened spiritual vision, we do not see ourselves, our …
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Trauma, Helplessness & the Brain | Christian Counseling #134 #christianpodcast
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This episode looks at the impact of trauma on the body and the brain, triggers, and ways to move forward in recovery from trauma. 0:00" Introduction to the episode and guest3:20" Trauma & Helplessness8:50" Triggers and Emotional overload11:24" Tools for recovery from trauma14:45" Mistakes people of faith make in their coping16:05" Increasing your s…
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A Simple Way to Impact Generations
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There is a certain power and attractiveness that accrues to those folks who take a stand and publicly express it. That’s called leadership, and the world is full of people looking for a leader. There is something compelling about a person who is committed to a cause that is bigger than just himself, who has the courage to declare that commitment no…
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Relaxation with Imagery (Bonus) #stressmanagement
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This video gives simple tips to use guided imagery and relaxation to reduce anxiety and enjoy greater peace. 0:00" Benefits of Relaxation Techniques1:06" Preparing Your Setting3:16" A Guided Relaxation for you9:50" Additional Suggestions to manage stress11:11" A Prayer for PeaceThis is not a substitute for medication or counseling. This is a Bonus …
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Christian Counseling | Building Self-Acceptance #133 #selfconfidence
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In this episode, I explain how to use your faith to build #selfconfidence on the foundation of your position, purpose, and power in Jesus Christ. 0:00" Introduction2:21" Our POSITION as loved by God7:30" Our lives have PURPOSE as a child of God13:07" We have POWER in the Holy Spirit to overcome obstacles20:35" Prayer of blessing✅ Subscribe To My Ch…
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How Does Your Work Fit Into God's Plan?
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Work—and by extension, business—is so important to God that he has created “works” for each of us to do, and he prepared them way in advance of our being ready to do them. Just as he gave Adam the task of naming the animals and then worked with him on that task, so he gives each of us tasks to do and works with us to do them. It is how he designed …
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Christian Counseling | Overcoming Self-Rejection #132 #selfesteem
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This episode explores some roots of self-rejection and important insights to help you move out of low #selfesteeem. 0:00" Introduction1:42" ROOTS of Self-Rejection4:45" Building a foundation of self-acceptance9:30" A prayer to overcome and move forward✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu…
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Offering our Few Loaves and Fishes for the Salvation of the World: Homily for the Eighth Sunday After Pentecost
It is easy to fall into despair before our own personal problems, the challenges faced by loved ones, and the brokenness of our society and world. It is tempting to refuse to accept that we remain responsible for offering ourselves to Christ as best we can for healing and transformation in holiness, regardless of what is going on in our lives, fami…
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There is a fine line between perseverance and self-delusion. Understanding that difference can make a huge difference in a life and a business. Here are some tips on making the distinction. ********************************************************************** Dave Kahle is a B2B sales expert, and a Christian Business thought leader. He has authore…
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Christian Counseling | 12 Steps to Survive a Break Up #131 #selfcare #boundaries #mentalhealth
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There are things you can do to move forward after divorce, a break up, or loss of a friendship. Here are 12 steps to help get through it as smoothy as possible. 0:00" Introduction3:00" Steps 1 - 1219:44" Common Mistakes21:10" Learn what you can so you can choose wiselyPsalm 34:18 The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.Video on "Relationship Addictio…
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Today we continue to celebrate the Transfiguration of the Lord on Mt. Tabor, when the spiritual eyes of Peter, James, and John were opened to behold His divine glory. They saw Him shining brilliantly and heard the voice of the Father proclaiming “This is my beloved Son with Whom I am well pleased; listen to Him.” We also continue to prepare to cele…
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There are trendy practices that take us out of the light of Jesus and into murky spiritual practices. Here is a simple explanation of how to tell the difference. Website drtonicooper.com Books on Amazonamazon.com/author/drtonicooper Video Podcasts channel youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu/featured FB facebook.com/drtonicooper Instagram ht…
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There is a lot of discussion these days about ‘spirituality.’ And with that discussion is a great deal of misinformation and wrong ideas. This podcast looks at the whole notion of spirituality and presents an alternative way of working on your spirituality. Dave Kahle is a B2B sales expert, and a Christian Business thought leader. He has authored 1…
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Christian Counseling | Breaking OUT of Confusion & Dysfunction #130 #addictionrecovery #mentalhealth #christiancounseling
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In this more personal episode, I talk about my struggles with depression, spiritual confusion, and generational patterns. 0:00" Introduction to the episode2:25" My background of emotional turmoil and depression10:18" Ways that the Lord started to change me11:15" Things that the Lord wanted me to address in order to grow17:25" Closing the door on th…
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We are certainly in a spiritually rich time of year in the life of the Church. Having begun the fast in preparation for the Dormition of the Theotokos, we are now also anticipating the Transfiguration of the Lord, when Peter, James, and John beheld His divine glory on Mount Tabor. As with all the feasts of the Church, the point is not simply to rem…
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Review my answer to this question: Here’s something that I struggle with almost daily. I’m definitely known for having very high expectations that aren’t so easy to meet. I wondered if you could elaborate on what strategies you have seen succeed regarding this, because while I’m sure open to changing my attitude, I’m not thrilled with lowering my e…
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Christian Counseling | Breaking the Cycle of Abuse & Dysfunction #129 #overcomingtrauma #dysfunctionalfamily
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This episode looks at a variety of topics related to overcoming family patterns of abuse & dysfunction in order to have a stronger personality and healthier relationships. 0:00" Introduction1:57" The prevalence of trauma in society4:00" The role of learned helplessness7:29" Childhood abuse & domestic violence14:20" Coping strategies to build a stro…
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The Roman Centurion with Humble Faith in the Jewish Messiah: Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Matthew
Our Lord’s ministry violated many of the religious and cultural sensibilities of first-century Palestine in shocking ways. Contrary to all expectations for the Jewish Messiah, He asked for a drink of water from a Samaritan woman with a broken personal history, engaged in an extended spiritual conversation with her, and then spent two days in a Sama…
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Some recent surveys have indicated that the population of Christians in this country has gone from the majority to a size approaching a remnant. It’s time for everyday Christians to break out of their reliance on the failed institutional church system and exert leadership in their lives. Dave Kahle is a B2B sales expert, and a Christian Business th…
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