Reconnecting with Donny Liles
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Burl and Donny discuss their own experience with suicidal thoughts and the spiritual battle they faced, emphasizing the need for empathy and acknowledging that anyone can be affected. They expresses their love for the idea of focusing on similarities rather than differences and finds it heartbreaking to witness children struggling with mental health. They mention reaching out to their conversation partner to explore the spiritual aspect of their work and highlight the significance of prayer in daily life. They recommend starting with the New Testament to understand the new covenant before delving into the Old Testament and emphasize the power of prayer.
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00:00:00 Seeking Answers to the Questions That Plague Our Mind 00:06:56 Connecting through TikTok and Flying W Ranch 00:10:42 Discussing Expansion to Midland, Corpus Christi, and Ardmore 00:16:38 A Ministry of Outreach and Support 00:19:28 Two different groups: those who understand and those who don't. 00:22:31 The importance of spiritual growth for overall well-being. 00:25:59 Different approaches to spiritual growth, reading scriptures as foundation. 00:26:14 Understanding the New Covenant: Foundation for Spiritual Growth 00:35:41 Knowing God Intimately vs Knowing About Him 00:38:50 The Purpose of Church: Encouragement and Building Up 00:42:06 Importance of Seeking Information from the Source 00:47:30 Youth Experience: Vicious Cycle of Rededicating and Doubt 00:47:37 Feeling the need to redouble efforts in performance 00:48:49 Feeling like I don't fit in, struggling with identity 00:51:52 Traditions can become bondage, affecting one's sense of belonging 00:56:14 Anger and Pressure in Church Youth Group 01:00:05 The Treadmill of Performance and Leaving Results to God 01:05:23 Different Perspectives on Righteousness and Sin 01:09:31 Lightening Up on People and Recognizing the Difference Between Bad and Evil 01:13:16 Embracing Different Approaches to Fitness and Exercise 01:23:08 Finding Freedom through Personal Testimonies 01:24:11 Pastor's Son's Spiritual Journey
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