What is the practice of gospel meditation, and how can it bring new life to our study of scripture? In this episode, we explore how this reflective and imaginative approach to reading scripture can help us connect with God on a deeper level. We discuss using imagination to place ourselves within biblical stories, specifically focusing on the story of blind Bartimaeus, and how this practice can be both personally transformative and a tool for family spiritual formation.

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00:00 Welcome to the REALIFE Practice Podcast

00:59 Introduction to Gospel Meditation

02:43 Engaging Imagination in Scripture

05:01 Practical Steps for Gospel Meditation

06:12 Reflecting on the Story of Blind Bartimaeus

09:52 Incorporating Gospel Meditation in Daily Life

14:55 Family and Community Engagement

18:02 Conclusion and Resources

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About Teresa McCloy:
Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives.

She lives with her husband of over four decades on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.

About Lindsay Sterchi:
Lindsay Sterchi is the REALIFE Practice Executive Director at the REALIFE Process®, where she leads and guides our REALIFE Practice Membership and Community. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com.

She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.

When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.

S4, Ep. 01 Scripture: Why Scripture is Foundational to our Spiritual Practices

Welcome to a new season of the REALIFE Practice Podcast! This season is all about what it means to practice our faith in everyday life by engaging with scripture. In this episode, we discuss the importance of scripture, sharing our personal journeys and experiences. We discuss how there are many creative ways to connect with God's Word, and invite you to reflect on your own relationship with scripture. Join us in discovering how to integrate scripture into your life in meaningful ways.

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00:00 Welcome to the REALIFE Practice Podcast
00:37 Introducing the Season's Theme: Engaging with Scripture
01:31 Personal Stories and Experiences with Scripture
04:23 The Bigger Story of Scripture
06:21 Resources and Tools for Engaging with Scripture
06:38 Reflecting on Our Journey with Scripture
22:08 Invitation to Engage and Connect
25:32 Conclusion and Next Steps

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LIFE MAPPING TOOLS
Gain clarity at life’s transitions and know yourself and God better through our visual life maps. CLICK HERE to learn more about oneLife Maps.

READ TERESA’S BOOK
Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.

About Teresa McCloy:
Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives.

She lives with her husband of over four decades on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.

About Lindsay Sterchi:
Lindsay Sterchi is the REALIFE Practice Executive Director at the REALIFE Process®, where she leads and guides our REALIFE Practice Membership and Community. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com.

She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.

When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.

What does it look like to practice retreat with other people? In this episode, we continue our discussion on the spiritual practice of retreat, specifically focusing on the concept of experiencing retreats in community. We share insights from personal experiences and provide practical tips on finding or creating community retreats. We'll highlight the importance of setting expectations, using guiding resources, and the benefits of intentional time spent with God and others. You'll hear possibilities for experiencing retreat either through existing programs or by organizing your own with friends or a small group.

CLICK HERE for your free resource on the spiritual practice of retreat!

00:00 Welcome to the REALIFE Practice Podcast

00:40 Exploring the Practice of Retreat

00:53 Retreating in Community

01:26 Personal Retreat Experiences

01:58 Finding and Creating Retreat Opportunities

05:35 Resources for Guided Retreats

10:29 Practical Tips for Group Retreats

14:56 Conclusion and Next Steps

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JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY

CLICK HERE to become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa & Lindsay and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.

LIFE MAPPING TOOLS

Gain clarity at life’s transitions and know yourself and God better through our visual life maps. CLICK HERE to learn more about oneLife Maps.

READ TERESA’S BOOK

Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.

About Teresa McCloy:

Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives.

She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.

About Lindsay Sterchi:
Lindsay Sterchi is the REALIFE Practice Executive Director at the REALIFE Process®, where she leads and guides our REALIFE Practice Membership and Community. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com.

She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.

When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.