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Silence The TalkEpisode 27 - From Drug Dealer to Pastor Pt. 2 - Interview w/ Leonard McElveenSend us a textDustin and Kyle talk with Leonard McElveen, former Vice President of Mel Trotter Ministries, about his journey from share cropping and drug dealing to pastor. "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:18 2024-12-0244 minSilence The TalkEpisode 26 - From Drug Dealer to Pastor Pt. 1 - Interview w/ Leonard McElveenSend us a textDustin and Kyle talk with Leonard McElveen, former Vice President of Mel Trotter Ministries, about his journey from share cropping and drug dealing to pastor. "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:18 2024-11-2540 min
Biblical Leadership @ WorkLeonard McElveen President at Pivot ParadigmSend us a textLeonard McElveen has over 40 years of leadership experience, mostly focused in leading homeless missions in Michigan and Colorado. Listen in and hear about his incredible conversion as a drug dealer to a faithful follower of Christ. Leonards offers a ton of excellent leaders advice along with much biblical wisdom for all Believers. Leonards FaceBookLeonards LinkedInMel Trotter ministry Book - The Great DivorceBook - An Ethic for Christians and Other Aliens in a Strange Land Support the show2023-12-1252 min
One Church GRCLARITY - LEONARD MCELVEENIn this episode guest speaker Leonard McElveen talks about clarity. 2023-11-0631 min
Thornapple Valley ChurchTransactions - Leonard McElveenTransactions - Leonard McElveen Support the show2022-09-0631 minThornapple Valley ChurchFour Letter Words #5 - Leonard McElveenFour Letter Words #5 - Leonard McElveenSupport the show2022-08-0634 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen (4-10-22)Leonard McElveen (4-10-22)Support the show2022-04-1125 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen (3-3-22)Leonard McElveen (3-3-22) Support the show2022-04-0331 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen (3-27-22)Leonard McElveen (3-27-22) Support the show2022-03-2829 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen - 2/13/22Leonard McElveen - 2/13/22Support the show2022-02-1628 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen - 2/6/22Leonard McElveen - 2/6/22Support the show2022-02-0736 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen - 1/30/22Leonard McElveen - 1/30/22Support the show2022-01-3040 minThornapple Valley ChurchWhy #4 - Leonard McElveen (12-12-21)Why #4 - Leonard McElveen (12-12-21) Support the show2021-12-1326 minThornapple Valley ChurchWhy #3 - Leonard McElveen (12-5-21)Why #3 - Leonard McElveen (12-5-21)Support the show2021-12-0628 minThornapple Valley ChurchWhy #2 - Leonard McElveen (11-28-21)Why #2 - Leonard McElveen (11-28-21)Support the show2021-11-2822 minThornapple Valley ChurchWhy #1 - Leonard McElveen (11-21-21)Why #1 - Leonard McElveen (11-21-21) Support the show2021-11-2427 minThornapple Valley ChurchFoolproof #5 - Leonard McElveen (10-24-21)Foolproof #5 Leonard McElveen (10-24-21) Support the show2021-10-2427 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveen 9-19-21Guest Speaker Leonard McElveen 9-19-21Support the show2021-09-2032 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveen - 9/5/21Guest Speaker Leonard McElveen - 9/5/21Support the show2021-09-0728 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveen 8-26-21Guest Speaker Leonard McElveen 8-26-21Support the show2021-08-2931 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveen - 8-19-21Guest Speaker Leonard McElveen Support the show2021-08-2227 minThornapple Valley ChurchLeonard McElveen 8-15-21Guest Speaker Leonard McElveen Support the show2021-08-1535 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveenAnother great message from Leonard McElveen Support the show2021-07-1121 minThornapple Valley ChurchGuest Speaker Leonard McElveenGuest Speaker Leonard McElveenSupport the show2021-07-1027 min
The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 069: Interview with Eric JacksonOn this week's episode of The Prosperous Man Podcast, we welcome Pastor Eric Jackson. Eric is a pastor and author who is looking to have simple and honest conversations. He knows that many people have had bad experiences with the church (he's had his own), and today we discuss those aspects. Join in as he shares his personal vision for what "church" could be. He has his own podcast you can check out at theferalchristian.com. You can PM Eric or email him at theferalchristian@gmail.com2021-06-1054 min
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The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 068: Interview with Jeremy NorrieToday on the Prosperous Man Podcast we interview Jeremy Norrie. Jeremy has lived a wild and crazy rockstar like life and loves to share his unique experiences from being on the ground level during the rise of both MMA/UFC and the Cannabis Industry with all kinds of close calls with danger and also big achievements as well as the wisdom learned from the negative and positive parts of that journey both personally and professionally. He is now making films for Amazon, FOX & CBS among other streaming platforms where we get to tell stories about all kinds of topics. Al...2021-05-1335 min
The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 067: Interview with Francesca McDowallOn this week's episode of The Prosperous Man Podcast we welcome Francesca McDowall. Francesca is the Director at Francesca McDowall - Elevate Coaching. She is also the Founder & Encourager at Monday Moments with Fran. Francesca is also a published Author of Surviving Spiritual Abuse. She is a Former Managing director at Training Kings and a Former Business Strategy Manager / EY Consultant at Birmingham City Council. She has studied MA in Coaching & Mentoring at the University of Wolverhampton Alumni. She also Studied BSc (Hons) Psychology at the University of Surrey Roehampton. You can follow Francesca McDowell at: Instagram: Fran.elevate link...2021-05-1330 min
The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 066: Interview with Dr. Jeremy SuttonOn this week's episode of The Prosperous Man Podcast, we welcome Dr. Jeremy Sutton. Dr. Jeremy Sutton is a physical therapist with the mission of helping 10,000 healthcare providers self-publish books in order to increase their authority, grow their brand, serve more clients, and make more money. Jeremy has been working in the physical therapy community for two decades. In 2018, he decided to add author to his resume. He has now self-published six books on Amazon and has worked with more than 30 other healthcare providers helping them accomplish their dreams of becoming a self-published author. You can follow Dr. Jeremy at: h...2021-05-0634 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 065: Interview with Lisa PeranzoThis week on The Prosperous Man Podcast we welcome Lisa Peranzo. Lisa has over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry. She has worked with a diverse population, including first responders, athletes, and adolescents. Her experience in the fitness industry has also included working with clients to rehab from a variety of injuries, from spinal cord injuries and brain injuries, recovery from childbirth, to sports-related injuries as well as joint replacements. Her focus is always to help her clients find their own strength and power from their fitness routine. She is a PMA accredited Pilates Instructor, Senior Trainer, Certified C...2021-05-0654 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 064: Interview with Jesse CruzThis week on The Prosperous Man Podcast we welcome Jesse Cruz. Jesse Cruz is a Motivational Keynote Speaker, Life Coach, Advocate, and Veteran who inspires others to achieve their goals. Jesse is a highly sought-after speaker from his experience at speaking events for My Brother's Keeper, Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Ronald McDonald House, and many others. Jesse teaches on Storytelling, Leadership, and relationships. He is the author of multiple books such as "Live Your Dash-Discovering the 8 F's to Freedom and the upcoming Losing Faith, Finding HOPE" which both communicate the power of vulnerability to build community. Jesse is available for spea...2021-04-2223 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 063: Interview with Ray BlakneyToday on The Prosperous Man Podcast we're joined by Ray Blakney. Ray Blakney is probably like every other award-winning Filipino American entrepreneur who grew up in Turkey and lives in Mexico that you know. He started his first business, with his wife as a business partner, in 2008. Since then he has bootstrapped multiple 6 and 7 figure online businesses. Most of this was done from home in his superman pajamas. He and his businesses have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, The Boston Globe and other top publications. Ray has also been a speaker at multiple conferences around the world. Some o...2021-04-1537 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 062: Why You Need Your DreamsToday on The Prosperous Man Podcast, Leonard McElveen shares the importance of maintaining our dreams2021-01-2809 min
The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 061: Interview with Dom BrightmonToday on The Prosperous Man Podcast we're joined by Dominique "Dom" Brightmon. Dominique "Dom" Brightmon, DTM is an award-winning speaker and certified member with the John Maxwell Team. He is the bestselling author of "Going North!: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself", "Stay the Course: The Elite Performer's 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success" and contributing author for “Crappy to Happy: Sacred Stories of Transformational Joy”. Dom host's the Going North podcast, a top-rated self-help podcast that interviews authors from all over the world. His mantra is Advance others to advance yourself.
Follow Dom: Going North Podcast: https://podcasts.apple...2021-01-2132 min
The Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 060: Interview with Vince WarnockToday on The Prosperous Man Podcast we welcome Vince Warnock. Vince is an award-winning Business and Marketing Strategist, coach, author, and host of the Chasing the Insights podcast. An ex-radio announcer with over 20 years in marketing. Vince has founded multiple companies including the Chasing the Insights Podcast and Academy where he empowers entrepreneurs and business owners to grow the business they have always dreamed of. Follow Vince at:
Chasing The Insights - Book and Podcast https://www.chasingtheinsights.com
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/vdub01/
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...2021-01-1447 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 059: Back for Season 2The Prosperous Man Podcast is returning for Season 2!! 2021-01-0803 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 058: Leonard, Where Have You Been?An update on where I have been and what to expect 2020-12-0306 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 057: Consistent Character* Scriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
A man’s consistency is what gives a woman security. When he’s consistent; she feels confident. When he’s inconsistent, she begins to worry because she’s not sure what he’ll do next. A. R. Bernard
Topic Intro:
There you are, having a good day and then you get that phone call. You know the one. It can change your mood and your whole day. What do you do at that moment? For me, in those moments, I have my go-to fast food places. I’m working on eating healthier, and part of that is in those...2020-09-1017 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 056: How Mature Are You?How mature are you as a person?2020-08-1318 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 055: God & Your Spouse Want the Same ThingScriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
Micah 6:8 Good News Translation (GNT)
8 No, the Lord has told us what is good. What he requires of us is this: to do what is just, to show constant love, and to live in humble fellowship with our God.
Topic Intro:
Have you been challenged this year? For most of us, I would think that we have been challenged. It has been an assault on our mental and spiritual. In these challenges, we can question God and wonder what does he want from us. Being quarantined with your spo...2020-08-0617 min
Thornapple Valley ChurchStupid Tax #5 - Leonard McElveenStupid Tax #5 - Leonard McElveenSupport the show2020-07-1320 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 054: Having Fun the Second Half of the YearScriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
Psalm 37:4
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Topic Intro:
Has your state opened back up? I live in Michigan and there are different parts of the state that are opening up. I have to admit it, there is a part of me that is excited about being able to do things again, but there is also a part that is cautious about taking my children out. I think that is a natural part of this. We’ve been q...2020-07-0919 min
Thornapple Valley ChurchStupid Tax #4 - Leonard McElveenStupid Tax #4 - Leonard McElveenSupport the show2020-07-0517 min
Thornapple Valley ChurchStupid Tax #3 - Leonard McElveenStupid Tax #3 - Leonard McElveen Support the show2020-06-2923 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 053: Difficult Times & ConversationsHaving difficult conversations can be challenging, especially when we’ve never had them before. We can tend to avoid situations that challenge our growth in certain areas. The parts of our lives that are hard are that way because we have developed a habit of avoidance.
The protest that has been happening around the world are showing us that we need to have difficult conversations concerning race.
As I reflect on why we’ve avoided these difficult conversations, I realized that I’ve avoided difficult conversations in my life. Trying to sidestep those conversations has caused...2020-06-1818 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 052: Leading Through The PandemicScriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
Isaiah 41:10 MSG Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.
Topic Intro:
The past week or so has been a trying time for our nation. In case you’re wondering what I am referring to, you can take a look at my previous post here. The stories are constantly on rotation on all news networks, all over social media. While try...2020-06-0419 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 051: Fear No MoreMy thoughts on the George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Christian Cooper.2020-05-2815 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 050: See Beyond The SituationVision is crucial for us to get through a crisis. Today we discuss 3 things a vision helps us.2020-04-2315 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 049: Having Special DaysHow we can have special days during this time.2020-04-1610 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 048: Tips for Quarantied Couples* Scriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
James 1: 2 (TPT) My fellow believers, when it seems as though you are facing nothing but difficulties, see it as an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest joy that you can!
Intro Topic & Tip 1
* New Space for Couples
* Tip 1 - Set Boundaries
* Have an honest conversation
Topic 2: Tips 2 & 3
* Tip 2 - Keep a Schedule
* Tip 3 - Have a Special Date Night
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Topic 3:Tips 4 & 5
* Tip 4 - Communicate
* Tip 5 - Be Kind
Closing remarks -
* Next Episode = Be on the look out
* Thanks for listening
* Share, Rate us on what you use to listen to podcast2020-04-0915 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 047: Taking Advantage of the TimeScriptural Foundation/Inspirational Quote
Great Opportunity is only as good as your preparation to take advantage of it.- Tom Black
Topic 1: - Set a Goal
* Let it be Fluid
* Daily Motivation
* Don’t watch Netflix all day
Topic 2: - Encourage Yourself
* We need encouragement
* Turn off the news
* Prayer time, music, funny videos
Topic 3: - Read, Read, Read
* Try different genres
* Other options - audiobooks, library access, YouTube
Closing remarks, thank the audience, guests, what will be on the next show
* Next Episode = Tips for couples during this time
* Thanks for listening
* Share, Rate us on what you use to...2020-04-0213 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastThe Prosperous Man Podcast (Trailer)2020-03-3100 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 046: Surviving COVID-19These are just some of my thoughts on the corona virus and what we can do during this time.2020-03-2619 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 045: Love ThyselfTopic 1:Love Month
* Welcome to February
* Do we love ourselves?
* Hallmark Holiday?
Topic 2:Self Care
* The movement
* Five Love Languages
* Knowing yourself
Topic 3: Receiving Love
* Your Language
* Can’t love others the same way you receive love
* Pour into yourself before you can give to others
* Next Episode = Continue in Love
* Share, Rate us on what you use to listen to podcast2020-02-1315 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 044: Dealing with LossScriptural Foundation:
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous hand right hand. -Isaiah 41:10
Topic 1:
* Kobe Bryant news
* Reflective
* What do we do in times of loss
Topic 2:
* Prayer
* Why pray
* Laughter
Topic 3:
* Family
* Grieving
* Fighting off depression2020-01-3014 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 043: #New Year New YouTopic 1:
* Welcome to 2020
* Why Nothing has changed
* New year = New You???
* Sick & Tired of being Sick and Tired
Topic 2:
* Real Evaluations & Real Conversations
* Discipline
* Consistency
Topic 3: Talk for about 3 minutes
* Fresh Start
* Different Results & Different Methods
* Think Bigger than January2020-01-2315 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 042: Welcome to 2020This is the first episode of 2020!2020-01-0917 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 041: What I’m Thankful ForOn this Thanksgiving I wanted to share some things that I am thankful for. You can follow Vegan on the Weekend here: https://www.facebook.com/veganonthewkd/. For updates on Tastefull Vegan Ice Cream like the page https://www.facebook.com/Tastefull-Vegan-Ice-Cream-106903080786449/2019-11-2810 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 040: A Thankful HeartFeeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” …-William Arthur Ward
This is the attitude that we bring into our marriages. The other day I was watching one of my newly favorite shows Fresh Off The Boat. I know I’m behind, but hey that’s the benefit of streaming services. I can watch when I want.
A New But Familiar Scene
Anyway back to the episode that I was watching. It was one where the kids in the family had lice. In a comical way the mother was watching out for the kids and...2019-11-2117 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 039: Being Thankful and Kayne WestIt’s the thanksgiving season.2019-11-0815 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 038: Growth Is IntentionalAre you able to tell when you are being driven by your emotions? The stereotype is that men aren’t emotional and that everything with them is at the surface level.
That is a lie. Men can be just as emotional as women. What most have failed to realize is that it will manifest differently. Pushing down your emotions is not gender specific. Neither is wearing them on your sleeve. Do you know yourself well enough to know how your emotions impact you?
As I learn about myself and with the help of my wife I’m beginning to see how...2019-10-3113 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 037: Practice Makes PermanentPractice doesn’t make perfect. Practice makes Permanent.” - Eric Thomas
We all remember the Allen Iverson’s infamous practice speech. He had a lot of personal things that he was dealing with in his life at the time and the speech was his response to a question from a reporter. Have you ever thought about how that can apply to our marriage? What does it look like to practice in your marriage?
Too many times we can have an attitude about our marriage that mirrors Iverson’s attitude from the video. We may think that the everyday aspects aren’t importan...2019-10-2417 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 036: Dream FoundationsThere is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: The fear of failure.” – Paulo Coelho
What’s your dream? When was the last time someone asked you about your dream? When did you ask yourself about your dream? Most of us haven’t even asked ourselves about our dreams, let alone how we would answer that question if someone asked us.
Most of our dreams remain dreams and we never take action because of a number of reasons. The biggest one is fear
Fear can manifest itself in a number of different ways. Fear can look like procrast...2019-10-1016 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 035: Relationship QuestionsScriptural Foundations: Ephesians 4:15
but speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, even Christ,
Relationship Questions. 1) Do you consider your significant other as a partner? 2) Are you emotionally connecting? 3) Are you open to less rigid role definitions? 4) Are you threatened by your spouse’s success? 5) Are you able to have conversations about intimacy?2019-10-0326 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 034: You need Conferences“When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things.”
1 Corinthians 13:11 NLT. Are you one of those people? You know those people. The ones that like to tell you about the latest conference that they went to. Or in every conversation they include some “gem of knowledge” from a speaker they heard. Sometimes you think “What’s with that person?” Or “Why are they always going to conferences?”
Conferences, seminars, and the like are important. We should all be that person that I described above. It means that we’re excited about the...2019-09-1919 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 033:Happy Post Labor Dayhope that you had a fun and safe Labor Day holiday. Most people spend their holidays with family and friends. Mine was no different. In fact I was able to travel to Nebraska and be there for my sisters wedding. Throughout the weekend I was able to sit back, observe and enjoy my family. I just wanted to offer up some observations to you all.
Your place in your family
This one I’ve known about for awhile now, but I was able to see it in full effect this past weekend. Whether you’re the drunk uncle at every fami...2019-09-0621 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 032: Family RolesYou don’t choose your family. They are God’s gift to you, as you are to them - Desmond Tutu
Each family member is important and each member has a role to play. The roles are important and valuable. A lot of the time we don’t think about what each person brings to the family unit as a whole.
My parents got divorced when I was a young man and I remember the impact that it had on my family. It affects each person and there is a hole that is left in the family dynamic. It can be a l...2019-08-2922 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 031: Family is Important to GodScriptural Foundation: How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1
Have you ever wondered why family is so important to God. From the beginning of the Bible, you can see that God wanted to be able to enjoy the benefits of family. Following God’s example, we should value family.
The family unit is a part of our lives that we don’t regularly attend to. While we plan for a lot of things when it comes to our social life and our career life, when it comes to our family there can be a lack...2019-08-2321 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 030 : The FoundationScriptural Foundation:
Proverbs 29:18 King James Version (KJV)
18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
Foundations are important. That might be the understatement of the year, but while they are the most important part, they are also the most overlooked part. When it comes to foundations most people just assume that you’re talking about a home or other type of building. You might have even thought that is what I was referring to, but foundations are not exclusive to buildings.
I remember this time when my wife and I were lo...2019-08-1517 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 029: Why Relationships FailScriptural Foundation: Proverbs 13:20(NLT) Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.
How have you found yourself in a place where you look at your relationship and wonder how you got to that place. None of us go into a relationship thinking of the end. While we don’t think of the end, a relationship can be like taking a road trip with someone. We both need to look for the upcoming signs along the way. There could be construction up ahead, detours or pit stops gas or food. Similarly, in our relationships, we mu...2019-08-0824 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 028: The Value of a Support GroupScriptural Foundation: “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.”
Romans 12:4-5 NLT
I am the oldest of five in my family. On my mother’s side of the family, I have five sets of aunts and uncles, who each have at least five kids. We’re all older now and have our own families and kids. As you know I have pretty decent size immediate family and a bigger and growing extended family.
My immediate famil...2019-07-1824 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 027: Anatomy of a DateScriptural Foundation: “For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his life for her”
Ephesians 5:25 NLT
The way you date(treat) your spouse, truly has an impact inside and outside of your marriage.”
― Lindsey Rietzsch, How to Date Your Spouse: A Couple's Guide to Falling and Staying in Love
There you are sitting across from your spouse in the restaurant that you always go to. Eating the same meal that you always order. Talking about the kids, and work. Then you go sit in a movie that is probably the highlight of the night. This is too o...2019-07-1122 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 026: Making Your Spouse a PriorityWhen you really matter to someone, that person will always make time for you. No excuses. No lies. And no broken promises - Anonymous
Ephesians 4:2 “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.”
Ephesians 4:2 NLT
Man, life is busy. There are so many things on our agenda and our to-do list that something is bound to fall through the cracks. How do we make sure that our marriages are not the things that we allow to fall through the crack? So, how do we, in a busy and fast paced world m...2019-07-0424 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 025: When You Drop The BallScriptural Foundation:
Philippians 3:12-14 (MSG)
12-14 I’m not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don’t get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I’ve got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus. I’m off and running, and I’m not turning back.
1. Story Time
* Family believing for something
* Me and Kalene and setting some things up for our c...2019-06-2722 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 024: Part 4 of Interview with Faith, Practically host Darien ClaxtonEmail your questions/ideas and thoughts to leonard@leonardmcelveen.com. Find out more about Intentional Marriage @ www.intentionalmarriage.thinkific.com2019-06-2022 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 023: Part 3 I interview Darien Claxton of Faith, PracticallyContact Leonard at leonard@leoanrdmcelveen.com. This is part 3 of my series with Darien Claxton of the Faith, Practically podcast. You can listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-practically/id14553853452019-06-1322 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 022: Part 2 with Darien Claxton of Faith, PracticallyThis is part 2 of my series with Darien Claxton of the Faith, Practically podcast. You can listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-practically/id14553853452019-06-0638 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 021: Part 1 of with Faith, PracticallyThis is part 1 of my series with Darien Claxton of the Faith, Practically podcast. You can listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-practically/id14553853452019-06-0438 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastOvercoming FearScriptural Foundation: 2 Timothy 1: 7 - For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. A recent story of how I overcame fear and what I’m stepping out on faith with now. Here is the link to the payment page: https://paypal.me/leonardmcelveen?locale.x=en_US2019-06-0312 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 020: Do You See?Scriptural Foundation: 1 Corinthians 13:4-5: “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs."
How well do You See?
Do you see your spouse? Truly see them. Do you notice when they are going through something, when they are having a rough day, or when they are having a great day. When was the last time you went out of your way to shower them with compliments? What was the last text me...2019-05-3025 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 019 : Love LanguagesScriptural Foundation:
* Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8
Love is something you do for someone else, not something you do for yourself. – Gary Chapman
I’m a huge fan of The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. Gaining just a little understanding about these love languages can help you connect with your spouse on a deeper level. A lot of people have at least heard about The 5 Love Languages. But there are some things that people get wrong about The 5 Love Languages.
My wife and I went to a couples event recently. At t...2019-05-2316 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 018: Can Habits ChangeScriptural Foundation: Colossians 3:23 GNT
[23] Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people.
Have you ever wondered why you keep doing the same thing over and over. It feels like you’re in this place where it seems as if life has you in this continuous loop. Something good will happen and then something from your past keeps coming back into the picture. Or the time that you decide that you’re going to start a new diet is when a co-worker decides to bring in sweets into...2019-05-1632 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 017: What Relationships Teach UsWe should learn from our relationships.2019-05-0924 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 016: Praying For Your SpouseNew ways to pray for your spouse2019-04-2519 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 015: Dreamer vs PlannerHow well do you know yourself? Are you a Dreamer or Planner?2019-04-1822 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 014: Hearts, Words & ThoughtsIf we understood the power of our thoughts, we would guard them more closely. If we understood the awesome power of our words, we would prefer silence to almost anything - AnonymousWe’ve all heard the references when someone is getting married.“The ol’ ball and chain or your old man/lady not letting you out to play with your friends.” It’s not that these types of comments are so bad. They have become a part of our culture. What bothers me, are the responses that we so many times play along with these jokes.You Tell...2019-04-1114 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 013: Spousal SupportHow to Support Your Spouse2019-04-0414 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 012: Love HabitsWe have to develop habits that promote love2019-03-2817 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 011: My Morning RoutineWhy a morning routine is important and how I messed mine up.2019-03-2113 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 010 - An Encouraging WordWe should be encouraging to each other2019-03-1415 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 009: Walking on WaterDoing great things2019-03-0714 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 008: Tools for LoveThere are tools that can help you with love2019-02-2814 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 007: Sowing SeedsIt's all about Love and The Love Languages2019-02-1418 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 006: Family TimeYou shouldn't have to sacrifice your dream or your family. You can have both.2019-02-0719 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 005: My Interview with Shawn QThis is my interview with Shawn Q of the Christian Entrepreneur Academy2019-01-3128 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 004: Are You SelfishSpiritual FoundationPhilippians 2:4 ESV Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Main ContentSigns of SelfishnessBelieve it all has to be about you.Do not like to give or share.Realize forgiving others is difficult for you, consider yourself as being selfish.Feel as if you are competing with your spouse.Think you are better than your spouseEffects of SelfishnessIt creates hurt feelings and resentment in marriage.It can cause communication issues and other marriage problems.It affects your happiness in marriage.Prevents you from thinking about your spouse and ma...2019-01-1728 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 003: Interview with Vegan on the WeekendAn interview with the woman behind Vegan on the Weekend2019-01-1010 minThe Prosperous Man PodcastEpisode 002: Can You See ItIt's all about vision. You can't go where you can't see2019-01-0215 min