In this episode, I interview Dr. Eric Sandras founder of The Sanctuary Church, " beautifully messy community where the marginalized, the recovrting, misfits know they belong."

We explore the profound themes of belonging, sacred work, and the transformative power of love and grace in ministry and life. Eric shares personal stories, insights on suffering, and practical ways to embody proximity and compassion in a broken world. Dr. E shares profound stories and insights on grace, the human condition, and how to live an undivided life. I along with Dr. E explore themes of suffering, grace, authenticity, and the power of relationships, inspired by Brennan Manning's work and real-life experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
53:46 The Wave of Grief and Gratitude
54:14 Expanding Capacity for Joy
54:40 The Relationship Between Gratitude and Joy
55:07 Joy as a Fruit of Gratitude
55:37 Finding Joy in the Darkest Places
55:56 The Power of Gratitude in Difficult Times
56:26 God's Compassion and Our Response
56:51 The Role of Gratitude in Perspective
57:02 The Impact of Small Acts of Kindness
57:15 The Significance of Transparency and Vulnerability
57:24 The Disruptive Nature of Grace
57:44 Living an Undivided Life: Wholehearted Faith
01:00:26 Proximity and Authentic Relationships
01:01:08 Jesus' Relationship with the Marginalized
01:01:37 Knowing People by Name and Building Trust
01:02:06 The Power of Small Gestures
01:02:41 The Importance of Being Present
01:03:01 Transparency and Vulnerability in Relationships
01:03:29 The Impact of Small Acts of Kindness
01:03:36 The Disruption of Divine Appointments
01:04:06 Allowing God to Interfere in Our Schedules
01:04:26 Living an Integrated Life: Surrender and Obedience
01:04:47 The Role of Faith in Daily Life
01:05:16 Prioritizing Jesus in Every Area
01:05:24 Allowing Christ to Be Preeminent
01:06:12 Living a Life of Wholehearted Surrender
01:06:43 The Role of Recovery and Surrender
01:07:28 Reflections and Closing Remarks

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