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Greater Formation and Power Podcast069. Direct the Traffic Between Your EarsIn this episode, Coach Tom gives you practical tools to become more self-aware, freer on the inside, and more aligned with God.When you are feeling out of sorts:Pay attention to it … Sometimes the tell is how you are feeling … pay attention to your feelings/bodyClarify itRecognize its impact on your peace in Christ and experience of the Fruit of the SpiritSome of the symptoms might be: Overthinking Noise on the insideA Sense of Isolation & DisconnectRemember, if you are in Christ, Fruit of the Spirit … His Peace is already in you (Gal. 5:2...2025-04-1242 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast068. Choose Intimacy Now and Unlock PowerIn this message, we discuss the importance and power of intimacy.Here is an outline related to the material:• Would you say your family of origin was/is intimate?• Do you know how to increase intimacy in your life?Self-Discovery:• We must choose to continually Grow & Learn• Our Stories need to be updated – for intimacy to grow• God reveals Himself to us … … and ourselves to us• His Light helps us get free to draw closer His Light shines on the good and bad things• Intimacy involves shared experience and u...2025-03-0831 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast067. Coach Tom Gets Interviewed by Rob Wentz on the Unstuck Movement PodcastClarity and Calling - God has a Plan and Purpose for Your Life!In this interview, we explore:* "The Resources of Heaven"... * "The Power of Reflection" ... * "God's Desire that You Be You - No More and No Less" ... * "How You Can Understand Your Purpose".... * Being "Miraculously Responsible" ... and more!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or partic...2025-01-2943 min
The Unstuck Movement with Rob Z WentzClarity and Calling: God’s Plan for Your Life w/ Tom GriffithWhat does it mean to truly align with your design and purpose? This episode is with Tom Griffith, a Clarity and Spiritual Leadership Coach who helps individuals discover their unique calling and walk boldly in their purpose.
Tom Griffith is a Clarity and Spiritual Leadership Coach who helps people in transition clarify their purpose, align with their goals, and move forward with power and fruitfulness. He has served as a full-time coach, nonprofit board president, seminary mentor, and pastor in Boston for 34 years. Holding a doctorate in ministry focused on urban contexts, Tom now lives in Richmond...2025-01-0943 min
Makers podcastEmma and Tom's founder on how he built a leading juice brand - Tom GriffithJoin Tod and Brandon as they talk to one half of Australia's leading juice brand, Emma and Tom's with Tom Griffith. Tom is an accomplished founder and entrepreneur, having built several businesses and advised 100's.He has an extensive background in PE, VC and scaling and has certainly gone through his fair share of ups and downs with the business. A definite 20 year overnight success, check this episode out to learn how to get the most out of having a co-founder and sticking it out in business.Check out Tom here - https://emmaandtoms.com...2024-10-2536 min
Manufacturing HubEp. 179 - Unlocking the Future of MES and AI in Manufacturing with Sepasoft's Tom HechtmanIn this episode of Manufacturing Hub, hosts Dave and Vlad sit down with Tom Hechtman, CTO of SEPAsoft, to discuss the evolution of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and the future of AI in manufacturing. Tom shares his journey from being a systems integrator to co-founding SEPAsoft, and how the company has leveraged the Ignition platform to deliver a comprehensive suite of MES solutions, including OEE, SPC, and batch management.The conversation dives into the complexities of transitioning from integration services to software development, the challenges companies face with AI and machine learning in manufacturing, and the critical...2024-10-241h 07
Greater Formation and Power Podcast066. An Interview With Dr. Ron Walborn: Beyond the Doorway...Deeper Life In ChristIn this podcast, Coach Tom interviews another longtime friend, Ron Walborn. They discuss Ron’s faith pilgrimage, growing up as a pastor’s kid in western Pennsylvania, and experiencing an adult faith transformation in college. Ron describes his experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit and church planting in Northern California. Ron also shares how he has dealt with significant grief over the last year. Additionally, we discussed his love for teaching and equipping people to advance the Kingdom of God worldwide.………………………………… Dr. Ron Walborn is the Executive Director of Urban Initiati...2024-08-2744 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast065. An Intrerview with Rob Reimer - Make Jesus Your First Love and Main ObsessionIn this podcast, Coach Tom interviews friend, author, speaker and Kingdom trainer, Rob Reimer. You will hear of God's work of healing in his own life, and through him to others around the world.Some key concepts:Finding God's fit for you will bring more fruit and more fun.God wants access to your heart and soul...often that is achieved through pain.There is no power without the cross. Impartation requires character and intimacy to sustain it. We must die to live.Apart from God you can do many things, but you can do no Kin...2024-07-3049 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast064. How to Press Beyond Your Current LimitationsWhat do you think holds people back from personal growth and meaningful impact?In this podcast, Coach Tom surfaces some of the hindrances that keep people stuck. We also look at a key solution ... to Choose Courage!Learning how to develop a courageous lifestyle is a game-changer!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are t...2024-06-2715 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast063. An Interview With Doreen Steenland: "Transform Your Brain"In this podcast, Coach Tom chats with friend and "Self Revolution Coach", Doreen Steenland.In addition to hearing about Doreen's faith journey, you will be learn of some potentially life changing skills that can transform all your relationships and help you leave behind unnecessary drama!Key Concept: "There is a space between the circumstance and your reaction, and in that space lies freedom." ~ Viktor Frankl - Reconnect with God- Balance your nervous system- Take a breath ... experience the calm ... before you speak! __________________________Doreen Steenland is a Registered Nurse, International Coaching Fede...2024-06-0734 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast062. An Interview With Stephen Hill: Live An Integrated LifeIn this interview, Coach Tom chats with friend, business entrepreneur and adventure lover, Stephen Hill.You will hear how God has led and directed him in athletics/competition, career and service that fits.Some key concepts:If you want to start a business, start one that solves a problemBe comfortable with process/journeySpontaneity with a plan...both are neededFind a way to serve that fits. For Stephen this involves: Mental Discipline, Physical Challenge, Communication and TeamworkFrom Saint Irenaeus: "The glory of God is man fully alive"...2024-05-171h 02
Greater Formation and Power Podcast060. An Interview With Maggie Baratto: From "A World of Trouble" Into the Father's HeartYou will not want to miss this episode! Tom interviews fellow Kingdom Builder, coach and prophetic intercessor, Maggie Baratto.Hear her story as she moves from a teenager bored with God, through many troubles, and ultimately into intimacy with, and passion for, the Father.Key Concepts:Our life circumstances reflect what God is doing on the earthLook for what God is doing...We get to partner with the FatherThe best we can offer those around us is to pursue our own destiny with the FatherDestiny = Identity in MotionThankfulness is the passageway into H...2024-04-2747 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast061. An Interview With Junnie Pagunsan: Loving and Investing in PeopleIn this episode, Coach Tom interviews a new friend (i.e. from pickleball, of course :)) and faith comrade, Junnie Pagunsan.You will hear about Junnie's faith journey, challenges encountered in immigrating to the U.S. from the Phillipines, and key values that have steered him in life.Some of these values are:Invest in people over programsEngage in dialogue over religious monologuePeople are people, not projectsMeet needs...one person at a time...in the moment they arisePrioritize your own spiritual and mental well-being.__________________________Junnie Pagunsan was born in the Island of Mi...2024-04-2549 min
Best Motorcycle RoadsEpisode 007 - Route Highlight - North Carolina - Andy Griffith Museum#BestMotorcycleRoads #MotorcyclePodcastEpisode 007: Route Highlight - 2019 North Carolina - Andy Griffith Museum 🏍️Hop on and join Tom and Todd on a spectacular motorcycling journey to the Andy Griffith Museum in North Carolina! With over 30 years of riding experience and 15 years of trip planning under their helmets, they're here to share invaluable insights, tips, and stories.In this episode, they dive deep into the essentials of motorcycle travel, from gear reviews (ear protection's a must!) to the game-changing features of the latest GPS devices. They also touch on planning and safety tips, ensuring your next...2024-02-2723 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast059. Get Ready ... It's Time to Multiply!If you want to hear "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant," you need to learn how to multiply that which God has entrusted to you - where He has placed you.In this Podcast, Coach Tom unpacks some ways you can grow, invest your life, and expand God's Kingdom in your spheres of influence.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in t...2024-02-2114 min
A Touch Of ClassClass Chats - Barton Cup 2016 - Woodbrook - Tom FanninSend us a textIn the first of our Class Chats we visited Woodbrook Golf Club and met up with Tom Fannin. Tom Dowdall and Tom Fannin reminisced over their winning season of 2016. Join us for the ups and downs, highs and lows of what made a winning season. Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod2024-02-1755 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast058. How To Build AnythingHow do you build anything in the world ... especially the things God wants you to build?o Some hope … some pray – and don’t see anything happen o Often people are praying for “Magic” that God will make something appear or happen from nothing … but that’s not generally how things work. o A hope/prayer without a plan is often just a dream o Some hope and plan … and still nothing happens … you need work/action o Faith without Action/Work is dead … lifeless, powerless (James 2:26) Building anything in this...2024-01-3021 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast057. An Interview With Marina Dalton-Brown: Your Declarations Will Be TestedIn this episode, Coach Tom interviews Marina Dalton-Brown, a friend who started as a client in his coaching program. Marina carries a particular burden and inspiration to see justice in healthcare - particularly women's healthcare worldwide.Her praying grandmother impacted her and her faith became her own in her university years.The birth of her children and an experience of real fellowship with others were game-changers for her.Professional life-shift has caused Marina to deepen her commitments and lean on her community of truth. Amidst the trials of life, she has se...2023-11-1951 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast056. An Interview With Francois Augustin: Walk in Audacity and Curiosity (Part 2)In this episode, Coach Tom continues his interview with Francois Augustin. Their first discussion was powerful ... so they wanted to continue to discuss some deep and personal spiritual experiences and practices.You will hear about:how Francois Augustin has grown a "robust" relationship with the Lord ways in which that relationship has translated into a "robust" life.the importance and impacts of the ministry of intercession on his life and workquestions he uses to reflect on his daysYou will not want to miss this inspirational interview with Coach Tom (Parts 1 & 2)!_________________________Fra...2023-10-2851 min
HOOSIER FOOTBALL TAILGATEHoosier Football Tailgate with "The Coach" Shannon Griffith - Homecoming Loss Recap and Tom Allen's FutureWelcome back to Hoosier Football Tailgate, hosted by none other than "The Coach" Shannon Griffith! In this episode, Coach Griff dives deep into the aftermath of Indiana's heart-wrenching homecoming loss to Rutgers, with a final score of 31-21. Join us as we dissect the game, breaking down what went wrong and discussing the key moments that cost the Hoosiers the win.
But that's not all - Coach Griff doesn't shy away from the bigger picture. We'll be taking an in-depth look at the future of Indiana Football, with a spotlight on the head honcho himself, Coach Tom...2023-10-2428 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast055. An Interview With Francois Augustin: Walk in Audacity and Curiosity (Part 1)Psalm 24:1a"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world and all who live in it...."In this episode, come meet Francois Augustine, "a man of many nations," who builds bridges by a lifestyle of humility, audacity, curiosity and integrity. You will be encouraged by his genuine appreciation for, and desire to be enriched by, people of all cultures and backgrounds.While Francois is a man who values and exhibits Intellect (like John Calvin) and Practical Service (like Martin Luther) his own emphasis lies in the Daniel P...2023-10-1447 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast054. Real Discipleship that Uniquely Fits You!This podcast is a recording of a recent teaching I did.I describe what I consider to be a wholistic and whole-person approach to discipleship based on Ephesians 2:10 "We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.God has given you a gift ... yourself!He wants you to:Receive the giftOpen the giftEnjoy the giftOwn and Master the giftAim the giftInvest the giftAs you listen to this teaching you will be renewed in your personal discipleship journey, as well a...2023-09-2320 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast053. An Interview With DiOnetta Jones Crayton: Faith Intensified Through FireIn this episode, Coach Tom catches up with longtime friend and faith-filled leader, DiOnetta Jones Crayton.Can faith be built, solidified, increased, and even intensified when we are blindsided? Are you experiencing unusual and/or long-lasting hardships? Hang on ... you may find God in some new and deeper ways.I think you will be encouraged as you hear DiOnetta's story.________________________DiOnetta is particularly passionate about serving marginalized people.She presently serves as Associate Dean and Director of MIT's Office of Minority Education.Additionally, she has b...2023-08-3143 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast052. An Interview With Philippa Davis: Shifting from a Performance to a Presence FocusIn this episode, Coach Tom speaks with friend and Kingdom comrade, Philippa Davis.You will hear of The power of caregivers, from babysitters to healthcare workersPhilippa's spiritual and professional journey and her continued metamorphosis from performance orientation to one of presence and graceHer passion for wholeness in the medical field, for both workers and patientsTools that God has used to draw her closer to Himself____________________Philippa Davis is a board-certified anesthesiologist in Washington, DC, U.S.A.She was born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. During her chil...2023-08-1439 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast051. An Interview with Dashawn Bristol: "All In" ... Relentless FaithIn this episode, Coach Tom speaks with Dashawn Bristol, about his life and spiritual journey from a Corporate Crucible to a passionate fire to share the Good News of Christ. Dashawn is a daycare business owner, a pastor, and an actor.You will hear:About a co-worker's incredible car accident that changed the course of Dashawn's lifeBrutal work challenges that altered the trajectory of his lifeHow Dashawn experienced the audible voice of God What it means for him to be "All In" and relentless in his faithListen in to be encouraged to count the co...2023-07-2042 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast050. An Interview With Jua Robinson: God makes open, transparent and honest livesIn this episode, Coach Tom interviews longtime friend and kingdom comrade, Jua Robinson.Tune in to witness some of the amazing transformative power of the Kingdom. God has worked throughout Jua's life to build a man who builds men and households. You will hear how God moves through obedience, and how challenges can be turned into powerful ministries.Jua's burden is that the people of God would not walk in fear ... but would rather experience and press ahead in the JOY of the Lord as their strength.Receive Jua's encouragement to spend t...2023-06-031h 02
Greater Formation and Power Podcast049. An Interview With Devin Ferreira: Live Your PurposeIn this episode, Coach Tom interviews long time friend, Devin Ferreira, about his ongoing pursuit to live out his purpose fully.Some Key Thoughts:Let hardships fuel youEach day is a "brick"; a piece of something being builtFind and redefine your limiting beliefsSuccess is not linearCommit...do it...be inspired...commit...do it...be inspired There is a seed of greatness in each of us that just needs tendingCreate margin in your life_______________________Devin Ferreira is an Emmy award-winning recording artist and faculty in the Music Production and Engineering Department at Berklee College of...2023-06-0249 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast048. An Interview With Guy Henry: "Create Your Desired Culture"In this episode, Coach Tom talks with fellow coach, Guy Henry, about his ministry focus: Find a Need, Meet a Need, Change a Nation.You will hear of God's perseverance, through Guy, in many fields of ministry and despite real-life hardships.BetrayalJudgmentFunding ChallengesMinistry Re-inventionGuy also shares his own growing edges of Self-Awareness, Mindfulness and Learning from Predecessors. We must become self-aware before we can honestly become others-aware._______________________Dr. Guy Henry is a leadership empowerment coach. He has a Doctorate of Theology as well as a degree in...2023-05-1745 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast047. How to RECEIVE the Filling of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit!Be Filled with the Transforming Power and Fruit of the Holy Spirit.In this short episode, we practice receiving the Fruit of the Spirit.Pray along with me, and let me know what you think..~ Coach Tom_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you G...2023-05-1211 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast046. An Interview With David W. Hill: Unity & Community For RevivalIn this powerful episode, Coach Tom interacts with David W. Hill, longtime friend, pastor in Boston, connector and kindred spirit. You will hear how David's upbringing of Consistency, Faith and Humility have shaped his character and passion. You will also be inspired by his honesty and integrity as he shares his personal pain of a church division that has profoundly impacted and increased his desire for unity and community and cross generational connections/discipleship._______________________David W has been involved in ministering to both those in and outside the church since his time at university (BU 2003). To...2023-03-0854 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast045. How to Address Overwhelm and AnxietyAre you Good at Juggling?Every day we are all faced with many opportunities, requests, relationships and responsibilities. There is always so much going on. Often it is too much to handle at one time, or at least to do so in a healthy way. The result of this overload can be Overwhelm and/or Anxiety. These possibilities are real and grim, but each requires a different response.In this episode, Coach Tom explains the differences and lays out concrete and clear paths for addressing each.Why is it important to kn...2023-01-3030 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast044. Get Ready For Your Next Level of FruitfulnessIn this episode Coach Tom shares concrete steps for acquiring greater transformation and fruitfulness as we move into this year of learning to Stand Up and Live Out Loud.In light of 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 12:1-2, and Ephesians 2:10, Tom unfolds the processes of transfigurationContemplation of God's word, character, ways and willDiscovering and understanding our God-ordained "Field of Favor"Naming the DoorPraying, Watching, and PreparingObedient Implementation with BoldnessPitfall WarningsChasing fantasiesProcrastinationToiling in fields not meant for u...2023-01-2028 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast043. Open the Door: How to Pray and Prepare to Release God's KingdomIn this episode Coach Tom shares one of his journal entries, and he and Coach Andrea discuss:What it means for us to reveal and release the glory of GodHow we serve as Kingdom Governors Colossians 4:2-6 ... How to be Prayerful, Watchful and Thankful in our spheres of assignmentHow to persistently knock to open specific Kingdom DoorsHow to prepare for when the doors openHow to boldly walk through the doors Do you believe that Jesus wants you to do what He did ... where you are?___________________________Andrea St. Louis is a highly intu...2022-12-0344 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast042. And Interview with Dawn Damon: It's Time to Wake Up and Rise Up!Do you still have air in your lungs?Is your spirit groaning...longing for more?Don't stop living before you die! This is the encouragement of author, speaker, coach and pastor, Dawn Damon. Hear her honest heart of passion and compassion as she shares her own grit in the face of many life challenges. She experienced and pressed through:Significant Trauma as a childTrauma in a broken marriageBeing relentlessly pursued (stalked) by the Holy SpiritThe painful and beautiful transformational power of GodNow she helps other women face their trauma, experience God's healing, and ri...2022-11-0253 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast041. The Power of DiscipleshipOur propensity to live from a place of selfishness and greed may not be transformed by conversion or an encounter with Christ alone. Kingdom Discipleship is needed to transform lives.This podcast is based on Mathew 9:1-13Jesus exhibited His authority to heal and forgive.He went to those who needed healing and forgiveness.(It might be wise for us to go to those who need what we have to offer.)Religious people had difficulty with what He was doing.It is interesting that people of faith often flock together...2022-10-2919 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast040. How To Make Your Praise "Count"Come "eavesdrop" on a Greater Formation session, as Coach Tom teaches about thanksgiving, praise and worship via Psalm 100:4.You will hear how these communications with God differ from one anotherenable us to draw near to Godchange us and prepare us for obedience by helping us to align with God and His initiativesovercome the enemyYou will be challenged and inclined to "up" your praise!_______________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.comP...2022-10-1218 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast039. An Interview With Claire Sullivan: Things You Cannot Learn In SchoolIn this episode, Tom interviews a friend and comrade of 30 years. Listen and be inspired as Claire shares about her powerful conversion that translated into an authentic and inspiring life in Christ. Her faith and practical life of love, extended to underserved and forgotten people, will inspire you.You will hear about the importance and power oflistening prayer and abiding and obedience mentoring; coming alongside others learning from Christ through all kinds of people everywhereEnjoy listening to Claire's experience as a kingdom-focused leader and mentor, particularly in New England and urban Thailand.________________________...2022-10-0545 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast038. An Interview with Donovan Graham: "Permission to STOP and Meet With God"In this episode we will be challenged to:Reconsider our culture of busyness, productivity, achievement and accomplishmentTake stock of what is happening to our soulsSlow down, listen and be filled...and work out of that placeOffer others the opportunity to do the sameTune in to learn from the faith journey of my friend; a wonderful, much-respected person of solid faith.~ Coach TomDr. Donovan Graham—teacher, counselor, professor, mentor, spiritual companion and guide for nearly 60 years. He served in those roles for over 30 years at Covenant College, then with the Serge Mi...2022-08-1555 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast037. Your Work Matters ...More Than You ThinkThis teaching may transform how you view your work. It will inspire you, clarify your sense of work value and purpose and help you to exercise Kingdom authority in and through your work.Here are a few points that Coach Tom touches upon ...You bear the Image of GodYou are to increase Kingdom culture and populationIt's time to rule, tame, and bring order and harmony in your workWork IS GoodWork is a service to God, to people, and to creationCare for, watch over, protect, guard and stand for those in your work s...2022-08-1423 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast036. An Interview With Kelly Fassett: "Build Unity, Lean Into Differences, Forgive Your Enemies"“Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation, namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and He has committed to us the word of reconciliation.” 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 NASBIn this episode you will be encouraged to :Listen for God's voice and directivesWrestle through to obedienceEmbrace God's "with-ness" as enoughMove toward those who are differentPract...2022-08-0441 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast035: How To Unleash God's Love: The Power of "Re-Loving"In this episode Coach Tom challenges us to consider key questions about our reception, experience and demonstration of God's love, because the love of God transforms everything!Are you settling for a loveless faith? Do you want to open a whole new world of adventure? If so:Ask God for the experience of His loveReceive, agree and align yourself with His love for youBe bold and extravagant in re-loving others, intentionally and spontaneously, with His overflow of resourcesAs we learn to receive, align and exercise his abundant love, our experience of life wi...2022-07-0517 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast034. An Interview With Randy Nabors: How To Humbly Invest Your Life"... the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what He requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God." - Micah 6:8In this episode, Coach Tom interviews Randy Nabors, one of his own formative influencers.Randy's life and ministry embody Micah 6:8:Tune in to hear how God called Randy and wonderfully changed the entire course of his family life. Greatly inspired by his mom and his pastorImpacted by brokenness, sin and abuseHealing through counselingHealing of h...2022-06-2950 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast033. How To Clean Your Spiritual HouseAs things heat up this summer, Coach Tom encourages us to look up and in as our first response to the difficulties that surround us. He challenges us to take a fresh look at the various arenas of our lives, such asProblemsIssuesRelationshipsImprovement ProjectsUnclean areasin order to discern what may need to be cleaned, repaired or remodeled so that we can live spacious lives.You will receive practical insights on how to do this important work that no one else can or will do for you!_______________Y2022-06-1424 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast032. An Interview with Jordan Allen: What's the Core of Your Identity?In this episode Tom interacts with long time family friend, Jordan Allen. You will hear about Jordan'sHeart for worship and development as a leaderOngoing identity transformation"Radical Sabbatical" : 40 days of solitude and silenceDesire to be a "Connector" and how God is presently using him in this capacityWord of caution to those who are "on stage" in the bodyTune in to be encouraged by a heart after God.~Coach Tom----------------Jordan Allen was born in Massachusetts. When he was a child, he and his family moved to Northern Virginia wh...2022-06-0543 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast031. How to Handle TroubleIn this episode we are challenged to identify and carefully discern the nature of each different kind of difficulty we face in life. Only then will we understand what God desires for us to do.Coach Tom discusses three common responses to hardship:AvoidResistPress ThroughHe will also offer insight into how to determine when each is most appropriate.______________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: GreaterFormation@gmail.com.......P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or pa...2022-05-2514 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast030. An Interview with Dr. Anthony Lim: Do You (and your body) Need a Reset?In this episode Tom interviews long time friend, and medical doctor, Anthony Lim.You will be inspired by Anthony as he gives you a peek into his educational/occupational and spiritual journey which has lead him to what he believes is his calling.Dive in to learn about: the value of a whole food, plant based diet and healthy lifestylethe example and effective lives of a couple of fellow college studentsa wonderful transformation from living as a "human doing" to living as a "human being"the kindness of the Lord that leads to repentancea life live...2022-05-1659 min
The Big Switch Audio EditionChapter 3 - Read by Tom HickeyTo see book images/figures visit: rewiringaustralia.org/thebigswitch/audio Chapter 3 - EnergyRead by Tom Hickey. Tom is an Australian rules footballer. Chapter 3 lays out the Australian economy in terms of its energy flows, which will help frame the conversation about how we get from here (fossil-fuel dependence) to there (fossil freedom!).2022-05-1511 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast029. It's Time To Open the Door and Enter InAre you being TOO polite in life? What doors are you waiting to walk through?In this episode, you will be encouraged to take the assignments that you have been given, and "go for it"!Using the Apostle Paul's mentoring of Timothy as an example, Coach Tom exhorts us toBe BoldBe LovingBe SensibleWhile walking in the authority and confidence of the Holy Spirit in us.Key questions to ask: What has God deposited in me that can be offered to or used to serve others? Where and/or wit...2022-05-1019 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast028. An Interview With Steve Macchia: Practice a Preference for God EverywhereIn this podcast you will challenged to make personal and corporate choices to “notice and prefer” God always and everywhere. This requires mindset and lifestyle shifts which involve practicing:· Solitude· Silence· Slowness· StillnessSteve admits that these elements of discernment do not come easily or quickly to most of us, but are well worth the practice to move into the “wide open space” that God has for us! Tune in to be encouraged and refreshed!~ Coach TomGreater Formation---------------St...2022-04-2651 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast027. Read the Room - for SuccessIn this episode, you will be challenged to take time to prepare yourself well before entering relational spaces.You will be encouraged to consider :how well you "read the room"taking time to prayerfully and intentionally go into settings WITH Godyour own self...what you are bringing into the spacelistening well and discerning what God is already doinghonoring God and others by aligning yourself to see, say and serve HOPEYou will also be spurred on to put into practice these wonderful practices that will aid you in the building of healthy relationships and the a...2022-04-2520 min
The Small Business Big Marketing Podcast with Tim ReidEmma & Tom's co-founder Tom Griffith on how to build a global brand people love | #591From the first time I saw Emma & Tom’s Juices on the shelf at my local cafe, I was hooked. Finally, there was a cool looking juice brand, with interesting flavours, no funky additives, plus it was named after two anonymous people. Who the hell was Emma and Tom?! It’s taken me 18 years to find that out; but it was worth the wait. Let’s go and meet Tom Griffith in a very juicy episode 591 of The (12 year-old, award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast with host Tim Reid.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/marketingpodcastS...2022-04-1845 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast026. An Interview with Joe Fornear: An Invitation to God's Healing, Deepening and New DirectionTune in to hear this astounding and inspiring story of redemption, healing and hope.It was a delight to sit with Joe Fornear, a long time friend of mine from high school days. I KNOW that you, too, will be encouraged to hear what he has to share.In this podcast you will hear some of Joe's honest reflections on life lived as a self professed "race car that needed a steering wheel". his own mental health strugglesrelational struggles with profound effectsGod's interventions and "glorious salvation"the impactful gifts of those who invested in himhis diagno...2022-04-1554 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast025. Access God’s Joy for Strength and EnduranceWhat are some things that you find to be particularly delightful?... things/experiences that bring you a sense of deep joy?You might have trouble accessing those memories right now - as a number of us feel as if our joy is being sucked out of us ... possibly by busyness, worry, doubt, fear - or the over-consumption of entertainment.Well ... God wants to connect with you in deep delight and joy!He is after a deep, honest, self-aware relationship with you ... one where you are able to BE PRESENT2022-04-1328 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast024. An Interview with Virginia Ward: "The Importance of A Widely Informed Faith"It was an honor and extremely fun for Andrea Lewis and me to interview Dr. Virginia Ward. She is my friend, colleague, steward of urban theology and a respected leader in Boston. In this faith-building interview, we will hear Virginia's early days of faith development and consider the importance of:Proactively establishing varied spiritual disciplines.Exposing yourself to all "streams" of Christianity, through reading, experiencing, listening, and uniting in prayerPain and Suffering in spiritual formationSuspending stereotypes around ethnicity and race and listening wellI am confident you will learn, and be encouraged and challenged by...2022-04-0547 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast023. An Interview with Libby George: "God's Amazing Restoration After 30 Years of Backslidden Brokenness"Andrea St. Louis and I thoroughly enjoyed our opportunity to interview Libby George. She is my very fun friend from down under. She lives in New Zealand and has a tenacious heart and hunger for God. She is prophetically gifted - particularly in areas of visions and dreams.Buckle up and get ready for some great stories, and some real impartation of faith - as you hear of how God encountered Libby as a young girl, and later recovered her from a broken state.She now is on a mission to raise up mighty women of...2022-03-2958 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast022. An Interview with Andrea St. Louis: "Empty Your Bag, Live Lighter, Find Your Place"I've been excited to get the chance to interview Andrea for a while. She is one of my star clients in my "Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful" program. She is a gifted communicator, and she helps me interview a number of people on these podcasts.In this podcast, we discuss what it was like growing up in a strict Jamaican family of faith. We hear of some seasons where she went a bit off the rails - and how God drew her back into deep faith - particularly through her mom's gracious love and faith.2022-03-1551 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast021. Move Toward People and Problems with Miraculous Power and SolutionsWhat really stirs your heart?What are you passionate about? - Things that inspire you that you really want to do or accomplish ... Pay attention ... there's a good chance these desires come from God.What really frustrates you or makes you angry about others or situations? - This, too, can point you toward what God wants. These might be areas where you can make a difference, solve a problem or help people change.Do you want a fulfilling and meaningful life?Go where the problem is and bring God's supernatural healing and solution.God de...2022-03-0222 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast020. How to Walk in God-Empowered Love"All you need is Love" ... "Love makes the world go round" ... Really?What kind of love are we after? What kind of love actually is of benefit and heals the soul?One term that is often used - particularly in Christian circles - is "Unconditional Love."I've asked some people what Unconditional Love means - and almost everyone has answered ... "Well, it's hard to explain." So, we are encouraging people to love each other with a kind of love we cannot explain. That doesn't seem very helpful to me.Some, however, wou...2022-02-1820 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast019. An Interview with Don Coleman: "Embrace the Death ... There is a Resurrection!"Don and I think we might have met in the 1990s at Paulea's house, but we aren't sure. We were all pursuing House Church models and discipleship multiplication. The awesome thing is that we have maintained the same values for 30 years.I was reintroduced to Don a year and a half ago, when I moved to Richmond, VA. We have spent some hours together sitting on his porch, and some drinking coffee at my house. Every time we get together we laugh and touch deep things in God. I love his spirituality, focus on Jesus and his love...2022-01-1256 minGreater Formation and Power Podcast018. Enjoy Your Life ... You Are NOT Alone!Do you ever find it hard to relax ... and breathe deeply ... down in your soul?Some people have a difficult time relaxing because their circumstances are strangling them.Some people have trouble relaxing before God ... they feel nervous and self-conscious when they come to Him.Some feel anxious with others ... they continually find themselves posing and posturing to be what they think will be pleasing to them.Some have a hard time relaxing - even with themselves. They find it hard to be themself with themself. (When was the last time yo...2021-12-2222 min
Greater Formation and Power Podcast017. An Interview with Caleb McCoy: "A Time for Opportunity Not for Reaction"I have known Caleb McCoy's family for 40 years. I have known Caleb for 4. The first time I spoke with him, I could sense God's anointing on his life. He carries something of God's presence and favor.When I've seen him sing - or listened to his music, I have sensed a depth and forthrightness that is real and valuable.Caleb has a vision to embrace the tensions of our day - and to press into them, rather than just run from them or react to them. He values diversity and wants to amplify the voices and mess...2021-12-1445 min