The Unexpected Podcast

Episode 54 - Wise Men Say

In a surprising turn of events, Lee took the helm and presented this week’s topic based on 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, which states, “Remember, dear brothers and sisters, that few of you were wise in the world’s eyes or powerful or wealthy when God called you. Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. God chose things despised by the world, things counted as nothing at all, and used them to bring to nothing what the world considers important. As a result, no one can ever boast in the presence of God.”
1 Corinthians 1:26-29 NLT

Episode 53 - Perfect Love Drives Out Fear

Fear comes in many forms, and as a result, many people are riddled with unhealthy fears that prevent them from fulfilling their divine purpose. God desires that his children live a life free from paralyzing and tormenting worry and anxiety.
 
"There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love."
- 1 John 4:18

Episode 52 - Artificial Intelligence and God

In an unexpected turn of events, Lee surprised Amy with a topic she had no prior knowledge of. They explore the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence on the future, especially in the context of God and everyday life, giving AI a voice in the conversation.

Episode 51 - Patsy Alston

Patsy Alston is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. In this episode, we discuss leadership principles, life in Texas, music, and more.
You can learn more about Patsy at:
https://speaker.alstonent.com
https://KLA.alstonent.com
https://youtube.com/@keyleadera

Episode 50 - Our Golden Episode

We made it to Episode 50! Fifty is symbolic of many things - golden anniversaries, deliverance and freedom, and the biblical concept of Jubilee. Jubilee denotes a time of renewal and reset. God, in his goodness, gives us second chances.

Episode 49 - Dream a Little Dream

We all dream when we sleep, but some of us remember our dreams more than others. How does the dream world differ from the natural world, and what do those differences suggest?
 

Episode 48 - Legitimate Bragging Rights Versus Fake Accolades

Our culture bestows congratulations on the most mundane of activities. How should we respond, and what are the long-term effects?

Episode 47 - Doormats No More

Setting boundaries is a-okay. It is something all wise people do. But that’s not to say others won’t try to take advantage of you and make you their doormat. But, we give you permission to put down your proverbial foot.
 
This is the last episode of the year. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed new year!

Episode 46 - Deprogramming and Reprogramming

As humans, we often struggle to be honest with ourselves. It is easy to accept inaccurate labels placed upon us. Likewise, we may have been presented with false information, calling for the need to “unlearn” firmly held beliefs.
Quotes from the episode:
“The main thing is that you stop telling lies to yourself. The one who lies to himself and believes his own lies comes to a point where he can distinguish no truth either within himself or around him, and thus enters into a state of disrespect towards himself and others.”
from The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Episode 45 - The Narcissist in the Mirror

Social scientists claim there is evidence of escalating narcissism in our culture. Even the casual observer can attest to an increase in narcissistic tendencies. These observations, however, usually manifest in the form of pointing fingers. But should we also turn attention to our own self-serving tendencies?