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Gleaning and Gathering
Hosted by Eric Himelick · EN
I love meaningful conversations, and this is probably what it would sound like if we had a chance to have that chat in my home office. It is my effort to process what I'm thinking out loud (and sometimes with friends.) I am a Christian, husband, father, pastor, church planter, community developer, author, and social entrepreneur. I am a mortal on a journey through this beautiful, delightful world God has given us, and I live in wide-eyed, child-like wonder.
The name? I'm always gleaning life lessons on the farm and beyond, and The Gathering is the congregation with whom I share life.
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Skill Behind People Who ATTRACT OPPORTUNITY - Part II (EPISODE 118)
Jan 2600:18:39Tap to summarizeThank you, Dan Murry, for the post that prompted this episode. (You can check it out here.)While it may seem that people who get opportunities are just "lucky," when you look closer you can see a pattern of actions and skills. Those are skills that anyone can work towards developing.My purpose in sharing this is to encourage you to move forward with the opportunities God is giving you.
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A Light To The Gentiles (GNG Episode 117)
Jan 1900:38:26Tap to summarizeDuring the season of Epiphany we are focusing on God's mission in the world. This is another message to The Gathering at Victory Acres shared live on Sunday, January 18 from Isaiah 44 and 45. While it is not my normal Gleaning content focus, I wanted to share it with you.
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Outstanding Audacious Faith - A Message for The Gathering at Victory Acres (GNG EPISODE 116)
Jan 1100:25:58Tap to summarizeI wanted to share the message that I am sharing with The Gathering, our congregation at Victory Acres. It is a message from Luke 11.
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Skills Behind People Who Consistently Attract Opportunity (GNG Episode 115)
Jan 1000:39:58Tap to summarizeHave you ever noticed that some people seem to get all of the opportunities while other people are consistently passed over? Here are some skills behind what may cause some people to attract those opportunities. Know the skill, and you can work on it.I really enjoyed recording this episode with my daughters while they were home for Christmas vacation!
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4 Keys To A Productive Day (GNG 114)
Nov 2400:20:50Tap to summarizeThe biggest key? Do the hard thing first.(There's more, but you should probably just start with that.)
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Cultivating the Daddy-Daughter Connection (GNG EPISODE 113)
Nov 1700:25:16Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, we explore the significance of the daddy-daughter connection, the importance of creating lasting memories, and the investment required to maintain strong relationships. We reflect on personal experiences emphasizing the need for confidence and support as a daughter navigates life.Takeaways:The daddy-daughter connection is vital for emotional health.Trust and safety in the relationship fosters confidence.Investing time is crucial for the relationship to grow.Creating traditions helps strengthen the bond.Daughters internalize how their fathers treat them.It's important to prepare daughters for independence.The relationship evolves but should remain strong through life changes.
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Cultivating Memorable Moments (GNG EPISODE 112)
Nov 1100:24:49Tap to summarizeWhat makes moments memorable, and why do they seem so elusive? SummaryIn this conversation, Eric and Rebecca discuss the importance of cultivating memorable moments in life, exploring how social media and the pressure to create perfect memories can detract from genuine experiences. They emphasize the value of being present, the balance between structure and spontaneity in planning family activities, and the role of gratitude in recognizing and enhancing ordinary moments. The discussion encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the significance of intentionality in memory-making.TakeawaysMemorable moments are often defined by being fully present.Social media can create unrealistic expectations for experiences.The pressure to capture perfect memories can detract from enjoyment.Creating positive memories requires intentionality and planning.Ordinary moments can become extraordinary with mindfulness.Balance between structure and spontaneity enhances family experiences.Gratitude helps in recognizing what truly matters in life.Planning allows for spontaneity and reduces stress during events.Reflecting on past experiences can help shape future memories.Daily actions can lead to fulfilling long-term dreams.
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Cultivating the Cardinal Virtues (GNG EPISODE 104)
Feb 27, 202500:15:47Tap to summarizeVirtues are specific habits of excellence, and the four Cardinal Virtues are:1 - Temperance2 - Courage3 - Justice, and 4 - PrudenceThere are many "sub-disciplines" of these virtues that will make our lives better. You can listen to the Double Win Podcast for more.
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Three Essential Leadership Lessons (GNG EPISODE 103)
Feb 22, 202500:17:36Tap to summarizeHere are three essential leadership lessons that I gleaned this week:Lesson 1 came from Jesse DeYoungOrganizational doubt is real, and if we are going to lead effectively, we have to address it.Lesson 2: Your mess is your message. Great quote: "John doesn't have a drinking problem; he has a drinking SOLUTION." People are looking for "The Fix" in their lives, and they turn to all kinds of things to "solve" the underlying problem. https://ianmorgancron.com/thefixLesson 3: You have a working genius, and you will work best when you are focusing on those areas of strength. Great book and concept developed by Patrick Lencioni.
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What is Organizational Culture and Why It Matters (GNG EPISODE 102)
Feb 14, 202500:23:44Tap to summarizeThanks to Sean Morgan and "Leaders in Living Rooms" for the wisdom gleaned this past week. In this episode entitled "Need a Sabbatical? You're doing it wrong," he shared some points that were super helpful to me.I gleaned a lot from another podcast by Carey Nieuwhoff and Jenni Catron entitled, "How to Tell whether your culture is healthy" It was really helpful in thinking about organizational culture both in my past and present.I'd love to hear your story!
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