Episode 1 - Why Are We Here?

12/01/22 • 22 min

In this episode, Jani Burke introduces herself and her journey to this podcast.
Citing the story of Jonah, and his avoidance of what God has called him to do, Jani reflects on your own avoidance of what she knows to be a 'calling' from the Lord, which is very different that an idea.
In a humorous way, Jani laughs at herself, while at the same time, challenging listeners to take a look at where they may also be dodging God's perfect direction for their own lives.

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Episode 2 - Thinking About Our Thinking

In this episode, Jani takes introduces listeners to the idea of truly thinking about their thinking.
Did you know that we get to choose our thoughts? We can think whatever we want, which is great news, because that means you can also change how you feel, and take action on things in your life in order to produce a different result.
Citing the story of Cori Ten Boom, and the painfully difficult decision she had to make when faced with one of her previous captors, Jani drives home the point that when we choose to think differently than we would actually like to, the Lord can break though those things that hold us in bondage.

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Episode 3: What Do You THINK About God?

In this episode, Jani challenges you to examine your thoughts about God, which surprisingly, may be in conflict with your beliefs about God. Understanding the difference and getting honest with yourself and the Lord about your thoughts can be transformational in your relationship with Him.

Christians Living In The Real World - Episode 1 - Why Are We Here?

Transcript

Speaker: Jani Burke
Welcome to Christians Living in the Real World Podcast, Episode One!
I am so excited and quite frankly just honored to be here today. If you would indulge me just for a minute to introduce myself and kind of explain why I decided to do this. I'm Jani Burke. I'm a mother, a daughter, sister, friend, business owner, former corporate executive. Beyond that, I am Mimi to three of the most beautiful children on the planet, personal bias acknowledged of course. But first