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Moments of Worship211. Treasure God's Wisdom: Proverbs 2:1-6Send us a textIn this episode, Pastor Keith McMinn explores Proverbs 2 and the call to treasure God’s wisdom above all else. Just as miners search diligently for silver, so we are called to seek God’s Word with a heart of worship and expectancy. True wisdom isn’t achieved—it’s received from the Lord, who gives generously to those who ask. With reflections from Colossians, James, and voices like Spurgeon and Calvin, this devotional reminds us that the pursuit of wisdom is ultimately the pursuit of Christ—in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom an...2025-07-0903 min
Wellness Connection MDTrain Your Brain: The Science Behind BrainHQIn this illuminating episode of Wellness Connection MD, Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay welcome renowned neuroscientist Dr. Henry Mahncke, CEO of Posit Science and creator of BrainHQ. Together, they explore the science of neuroplasticity—how the brain can adapt, heal, and grow at any age—and discuss how BrainHQ leverages this power to improve cognition, memory, processing speed, and even reduce dementia risk.Dr. Mahncke shares compelling insights from hundreds of peer-reviewed studies and groundbreaking clinical trials, including new research on brain atrophy in long COVID, and structural brain changes observed through fMRI. You'll also hear real-world stor...2025-06-2755 minMoments of Worship189. When You’re Battling Worldliness: Isaiah 26:3Send us a textThe world offers many beautiful gifts—relationships, work, art, and creation itself—but it also tempts us to love those gifts more than the Giver. When our hearts are drawn to possessions, performance, or approval, we risk trading eternal treasure for temporary satisfaction. Jesus reminds us, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). And James warns, “Friendship with the world is enmity with God” (James 4:4). The antidote to worldliness isn’t merely restraint—it’s realignment. Isaiah 26:3 encourages us, “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he t...2025-06-0904 minMoments of Worship187. When You Struggle with Anger: James 1:19-20Send us a textWhen anger rises quickly, James 1:19–20 calls us to a better way: “Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” Anger often feels justified, but Scripture reminds us it rarely leads to anything good. Instead, God invites us to slow down, to listen before reacting, and to reflect His character—not our impulses. In Christ, we are being formed into people who respond with grace, not rage. If you're struggling with anger, run to the Savior who is slow...2025-06-0504 minMoments of Worship182: When You Feel Far from God: James 4:8Send us a textWhat do you do when God feels distant—when your prayers seem unanswered, your Bible reading feels dry, or your heart feels cold? In this episode of Moments of Worship, Pastor Keith gently reminds us that God hasn’t moved—we have. Yet the invitation still stands: “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you” (James 4:8). We are called to draw near through humility, confession, and a renewed hunger for His presence.2025-05-2803 minWellness Connection MDParkinson's Disease: A Functional and Integrative ApproachIn this follow-up to their previous Parkinson’s Disease (PD) episode, Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay explore how functional and integrative medicine can complement traditional treatments for PD. They emphasize that their goal is not to replace conventional medicine, but to “fill in the gaps” with evidence-based holistic therapies that address the root causes and improve patient quality of life.They define functional medicine as a root-cause approach that asks "why" a disease occurs, and integrative medicine as the use of non-conventional tools—like acupuncture or diet—to enhance care beyond drugs and surgery.2025-05-1646 minMoments of Worship173. When You Seek Your Own Glory: Jeremiah 9:23-24Send us a textIn today’s episode, we reflect on the danger of pride and the grace God gives to the humble, inspired by a powerful illustration from a Life Action revival and the truth of James 4. Just as two football teams oppose each other on the field, God stands in opposition to the prideful. Pride shows up when we seek our own glory, rely on ourselves, or make everything about us. But God offers grace to those who walk in humility. We are reminded that apart from Christ, we can do nothing, and our only bo...2025-05-1406 minWellness Connection MDLiving Well with Parkinson's: What Patients and Caregivers Need to Know in 2025This episode of Wellness Connection MD celebrates Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month. Dr. McMinn welcomes two extraordinary guests to shine a compassionate and informed light on Parkinson’s disease. Nurse Practitioner Laura Lieb, a Parkinson’s specialist at UAB and community coordinator for the American Parkinson's Disease Association, joins the conversation alongside caregiver, support group leader, and former Care Navigator for the Parkinson's Association of Alabama, Cindy McMinn, NP. Together, they explore the evolving science of Parkinson's and discuss early warning signs, symptoms, gut-brain connections, root causes, cutting-edge therapies, and the lived experience of caregiving. From practical lifestyle tips to ins...2025-04-132h 10Wellness Connection MDDysautonomia Recovery Part 2: A Proven Path to WellnessWhat if the root cause of your dizziness, brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, rapid heart rate, blood pressure swings, chest pain, gut issues, and post-Covid funk wasn’t “just anxiety”—but a hidden autonomic nervous system dysfunction? In this compelling episode of The Wellness Connection MD, Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay welcome back nutritionist Tyler Mathews for an eye-opening conversation about dysautonomia—a commonly overlooked, often misunderstood condition that may be affecting millions more than we realize.Tyler shares his incredible recovery journey from debilitating dysautonomia to vibrant health using a blend of f...2025-04-031h 28
More or Less: Behind the StatsDefence Spending, Rare Earths and Trunk TruthsHas the US really sent Ukraine $350 billion for its war effort? Is a $500billion cut of Ukraine’s rare earth minerals a good deal? How will the UK fund the governments ambitions to raise defence spending to 3%? But most important of all - how many muscles are in an elephant’s trunk?Presenter: Tim Harford
Series Producer: Charlotte McDonald
Reporter: Lizzy McNeill
Producers: Nathan Gower and Josh McMinn
Sound Mix: James Beard
Editor: Richard Vadon
Production Co-Ordinator: Brenda Brown2025-03-0528 minWellness Connection MDYeast Overgrowth: The Evidence and the OutcomesIn this edition of the Wellness Connection MD podcast Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay take you on a thought-provoking journey through the critical role of yeast overgrowth, especially in the context of the gut microbiome, echoing the wisdom of Hippocrates that "all diseases begin in the gut." We’ll take a deep dive into this controversial and important topic as a possible hidden culprit behind fatigue, fibromyalgia, brain fog, mood swings, irritability, headaches, joint pain, chronic sinusitis, autoimmune disease, food allergies, gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, IBS, GERD, and even stubborn weight gain. Join us as we reveal scientific evidence and...2025-02-2348 minWellness Connection MDA Functional Approach to Cardiovascular WellnessIn this episode of Wellness Connection MD, Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay discuss a functional (root cause) approach to cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of death worldwide for both men and women. Your chances of dying from this disease are greater than for any other cause. You’ll find the information that you need in this podcast to improve your odds of suffering with, and dying from heart disease. This episode starts by defining exactly what is meant by the term “cardiovascular disease,” and discussing the various disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery...2025-01-311h 03
Grace GatheredS3E5 - The Freedom in Confessing to One AnotherBuckle your seatbelts for one of our favorite episodes yet! Believe me, we know this is a hard topic to address. But you won’t regret joining us as we find freedom in confession and conversation. As we pray over this podcast and the women who listen, this is the kind of freedom and joy we desire for each to encounter. We hope you’ll enjoy it as much as we did!
For further reading & reference, explore the following verses and literature (Stephanie, Libbie, and Claire are reading from the ESV, unless otherwise noted): Jame...2025-01-3125 minWellness Connection MDBeyond Fertility: The Power of Understanding Your CycleIn this episode, Dr. McMinn and Coach Lindsay are visited by Elizabeth Ellison , a Postpartum Nurse & Fertility Care Practitioner. Together we explore women’s reproductive health with a focus on understanding the menstrual cycle as a vital indicator of overall health. The episode emphasizes the Creighton Model System. Elizabeth explains how this model helps women identify patterns in their cycles, enabling them to better understand their bodies, recognize irregularities, and address root causes of health issues such as hormonal imbalances, cycle irregularities, and fertility issues. Key Points Discussed:The Menstr...2024-12-161h 06