This Good Word With Steve Wiens

There is an ache that accompanies the season of Advent, and it is related to the invitation that Avent gives us: to name what we're deeply longing for - in our own lives and also in the world.  This is easier said than done. In this episode, I name the three most common questions that come up as it relates to naming what we really long for, and I differentiate between the longings that are impermanent and the longings that don't go away.  Enjoy! Check out the show notes for links to three podcasts that I'm loving right now, along with ways to find out about my books, my speaking events, and everything else. 

On today's episode, I talked about the unique challenges - and invitations - that come when you decide to get back at something that you haven't done for a really long time. I offered four questions that will hopefully encourage you as you go about the business of doing something that feels scary. Enjoy! 

I talked with Ruth Haley Barton about how the season of Advent - the four weeks leading up to Christmas - helps us connect with our deepest longings for what needs to be made right in our own souls, and also in the world. I also announced that we're releasing five exclusive Advent episodes which will only be available to Patreon supporters. Click here to become a Patreon supporter and get those bonus Advent episodes.  Check out this episode's show notes for more information about Ruth Haley Barton, the Transforming Center, and Advent. 

On today's episode, I talked about how my wife's mad organizational skills helped me to see how out of balance my life was, and how I am slowly getting back on track. 

In this episode, I talk about how to change your perspective and find joy even when you are suffering through circumstances that aren't changing. 

On this episode, I talked about what to do when you've been going, and going and going..... but you don't know how to stop, and you don't know how to do it any other way. Enjoy. 

Ashley Hales is the author Finding Holy in the Suburbs: Living Faithfully in the Land of Too Much. Check out the Shownotes for more information about Ashley, her book and how to connect with her. 

Archbishop Oscar Romero is being canonized as a Saint by the Catholic Church on Sunday, October 18, 2018. In this episode, I share some reflections on his life and also how we can follow his lead in these times of violence, bitterness, and division in our country. For more on Oscar Romero, check out this episode's Show Notes. 

Erin Lane is one of my favorite human beings, and if you listen, you'll know why. If you don't listen, you don't deserve good things. Find out more about Erin on the show notes.  Enjoy! 

Bonnie Kristian is a theological and political writer who had columns and bylines at publications including The Week, Rare, Time, CNN, Relevant, Politico, The Hill, ReKnew, and The American Conservative. You can find out more about Bonnie, her new book, and how to get in touch with her by going to this episode's Show Notes. Enjoy! 

Kathy Khang is the author of Raise Your Voice: Why We Stay Silent and How to Speak Up. She wrote it to challenge and encourage everyone to find and use their influence to bring about the Kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven. Find out more about Kathy on this episodes Show Notes. Enjoy! 

Check out the Show Notes to find out more about Shawn Smucker and his incredible books, and Tov Music and their breathtaking music. 

Jonathan Merritt is the author of the brand new book Learning to Speak God from Scratch, and he's also published more than 3500 articles in outlets such as The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, Buzfeed, and many more. To find out more about Jonathan and to link to the content we discussed in this episode, check out the Show Notes.  Enjoy the podcast!  

Dan is a good friend of mine who hosts a brand new podcast called The Unlikely Seminarian. Check it out!  And check out this episode's Show Notes for links to all the great stuff we mentioned in the podcast.  Enjoy. 

On today's podcast, I talked about mindfulness. And an eye injury. And a walk in the woods. And asking for help.  Enjoy, my friends!  In this episode:  I mentioned Peace is Every Step by Thich Nhat Hanh  I want to give you free books! Click here for a chance to get SIX FREE BOOKS all from guests I've recently interviewed (or will interview very soon): The Eternal Current by Aaron Niequist Learning to Speak God From Scratch by Jonathan Merritt  Of Mess and Moxie by Jen Hatmaker  I'm Still Here by Austin Channing Brown  A Light So Lovely: The Spiritual Legacy of Madeleine L'Engle, Author of A Wrinkle in Time by Sarah Arthur Experiments in Honesty by Steve Daugherty