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myPlace Podcast
Hosted by Mary McSwain · EN
Finding your PLACE in life and ministry! We want to help you get to know yourself and how God has created you. We'll help you look at yourself holistically through the lens of personality, spiritual gifts, abilities, passion, and life experiences and see how they work together in helping you be the person God designed you to be. We want you to know how you can be successful in your relationships, in your ministry, and in your career.
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EP107: Pharaoh vs. Paul | Same Personality, Different Endings
5d ago00:30:55Tap to summarizeWhat do an ancient Egyptian king and the Apostle Paul have in common? More than you might think. In this episode, Mary and Jay kick off a new summer series, a character study of people in Scripture, starting with two men who lived 1,500 years apart but shared the same driven, take-charge personality style. Pharaoh and Paul were both bold, task-focused, never-give-up leaders who were not afraid to oppose anyone who got in their way. But one's life ended in tragedy, and the other's ended in transformation. So what made the difference? Jay and Mary walk through their shared strengths, their shared struggles, and the moment when confidence tips over into control, when drive becomes destruction, and when "I did it my way" starts working against you. They also talk about how God uniquely got Paul's attention on the road to Damascus, and the surprising marker of Paul's transformation at the end of his life. Whether you are a driven, take-charge personality or you know someone who is, this episode will help you see both the power and the danger of that wiring, and what it looks like when it gets fully surrendered to God. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-… #MyPlacePodcast #ChristianPodcast #PLACEProfile #PharaohandPaul #BibleCharacterStudy #PersonalityAndFaith #DPersonality #TransformationStory #FaithAndLeadership #SurrenderToGod #MaryAndJay #SummerSeries #ChristianGrowth #ScriptureAndPersonality #RoadToDamascus
Transcribe →EP106: You Are God's Masterpiece
2w ago00:30:07Tap to summarizeWhat if the word Scripture uses to describe you is the same word we get "poem" from in English? In this episode, Mary and Jay unpack one of the foundational verses of the PLACE tool, Ephesians 2:10, and what it truly means to be God's handiwork, His masterpiece. They explore why so many people struggle to believe that about themselves, how comparison and insecurity are some of the oldest tactics the enemy uses to steal your contentment, and why struggling to believe who God says you are can actually keep you from doing what God made you to do. Jay also shares a real story of how a man who showed up late to lead a group, because he had just gotten engaged, became one of the most passionate and gifted leaders in a ministry years later. Because when you know your handiwork, you know where to show up. Whether you are still figuring out your purpose or just need a reminder of who God says you are, this conversation will encourage you to believe it and pursue it. #Ephesians210 #GodsHandiwork #YouAreHisMasterpiece #MyPlacePodcast #ChristianPodcast #PLACEProfile #IdentityInChrist #PurposeAndFaith #FaithAndIdentity #KnowYourPurpose #GodMadeYouOnPurpose #ChristianGrowth #MaryAndJay #DiscoverYourPurpose #BibleStudy The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-…
Transcribe →EP105: What's Draining Your Passion?
3w ago00:34:16Tap to summarizeYou can love something deeply and still feel completely disconnected from it. In this episode, Mary and Jay dig into what passion actually is, where it comes from, and the people, events, and circumstances that can quietly drain it right out of you. Jay shares real coaching stories including a woman who got recruited for the wrong role because of one powerful event in her life, a man guilted into serving at Vacation Bible School, and an investigative, artistic guy who almost got put on the parking team. These stories show just how easy it is to end up saying yes to all the wrong things and losing your passion in the process. They also talk about the five types of people in your life, the ones who ignite your passion, share it, and the ones who silently drain it, and why knowing the difference matters more than most people realize. If you have been feeling burnt out, disconnected, or like the flame has gone out, this episode will help you understand why and what to do about it. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-… #GuardYourHeart #PassionAndPurpose #MyPlacePodcast #ChristianPodcast #PLACEProfile #AvoidBurnout #FaithAndPurpose #CheerfulGiver #KnowYourself #SayNoToSayYes #IdentityInChrist #MaryAndJay #ChristianGrowth #DiscoverYourPassion #SpiritualHealth
Transcribe →EP104: How God Wired You
4w ago00:31:20Tap to summarizeHave you ever taken a personality assessment and thought, "That's not quite me"? In this episode, Mary and Jay dive into why looking at just one lens, personality, spiritual gifts, or any single element, gives you an incomplete picture of who God made you to be. Jay shares how nearly 30 years of coaching thousands of people taught him that the real insights come not just from the profile in front of you, but from the words people use to tell their own story. From a quiet chair-setter who turned out to be a leader, to a Bible museum that started in a coaching session, these real-life examples show what it looks like when all five PLACE elements work together. Whether you're exploring your own profile, mentoring someone, or leading a church, this episode will help you see how the puzzle pieces of who you are fit together and how to help others see theirs. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-… #PLACEProfile #KnowYourself #ChristianPodcast #MyPlacePodcast #SpiritualGifts #PersonalityTest #FaithAndPurpose #ChurchLeadership #DiscoverYourPurpose #GodMadeYou #ChristianGrowth #MinistryTools #IdentityInChrist #MaryAndJay #PodcastEp104
Transcribe →EP103: The Conversation Every Parent & Student Needs to Have
May 2200:37:04Tap to summarizeHow do parents truly understand their kids? How can students discover the purpose God created them for? In this episode of the My Place Podcast, Mary and Jay dive into one of the most impactful experiences they've ever hosted: a Parent + Student PLACE Weekend. Through powerful conversations, personality insights, spiritual gifts, and real life stories, they unpack how families can better communicate, encourage, and understand one another. From discovering purpose and calling to learning how to influence rather than control, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for parents, students, church leaders, and anyone wanting to grow in self awareness and relationships. Topics Covered: • Helping students discover purpose and direction • Parenting through influence instead of control • Why validation matters for teenagers • Spiritual gifts and personality insights • Building stronger family communication • Using PLACE as a discipleship tool • How knowing yourself changes relationships #Parenting #ChristianPodcast #Purpose #YouthMinistry #SpiritualGifts #ChristianParenting #SelfDiscovery #FaithBased #ChurchLeadership #ChristianLeadership #PersonalityTypes #Discipleship #TeensAndFaith #PurposeDrivenLife The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-…
Transcribe →Spiritual Gifts at Your Job?
May 1500:31:16Tap to summarizeEP102: Jay and Mary sit down to discuss the role spiritual gifts play at work and in your career. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-… -------------------- #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #BiblePodcast #GospelPodcast #JesusPodcast #ChristianTalk #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #PodcastForChristians #explore
Transcribe →Episode 101 - Do You Have the Gift of Faith?
May 800:31:45Tap to summarizeJay and Mary sit down to discuss the spiritual gift of faith and the way that God has wired us inidivually for His purpose and plan. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-... -------------------- #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #BiblePodcast #GospelPodcast #JesusPodcast #ChristianTalk #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #PodcastForChristians #explore
Transcribe →Episode 100 - The Ministry of Presence
May 100:32:00Tap to summarizeWhat do you say when there's nothing left to say? Sometimes simply being present and being there for someone is the right call for ministry. Jay and Mary dive into this topic and more. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-... -------------------- #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #BiblePodcast #GospelPodcast #JesusPodcast #ChristianTalk #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #PodcastForChristians #explore
Transcribe →Episode 99 - Sometimes You Need Good Questions, Not New Answers
Apr 2400:27:45Tap to summarizeThe right questions can leave a powerful impact on someone's life, but how do you know what to ask or what to listen for? In a world full of zoom meetings, online inventories, and technological connection amidst relational disconnection, Jay and Mary explore why sitting down with people still matters. They dive into what a coaching through the PLACE Assessment can look like - not a scripted process or way to label someone but rather an outlet that leads to one question: what is your purpose? You'll hear why an assessment is just a tool—not the solution—and how true coaching goes beyond profiles to focus on the person behind them. We also unpack what makes PLACE coaching unique, how to navigate moments when people look to you for answers you may not have, and what anyone—not just "official" coaches—can learn about building better, more meaningful conversations. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-st... Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-... Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-... -------------------- #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #BiblePodcast #GospelPodcast #JesusPodcast #ChristianTalk #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #PodcastForChristians #explore
Transcribe →Episode 98 - How Do We Bear The Fruits of The Spirit?
Apr 1000:28:23Tap to summarizeCould the desires of your flesh talked about in Galatians 5 be reflected in your personality? What then does it mean to put to death those desires, walk in step with the Spirit, and bear the fruits of the Spirit? Through practical examples and honest reflection, Mary and Jay unpack how submitting the natural tendencies of our personality to the Spirit leads to growth, freedom, and a more impactful life. The Dark Sides of Personality Book: https://placeministries.org/online-store/the-dark-sides-of-personality/ Discover your spiritual gifts with our brand new Bible study! https://placeministries.org/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-get-started/ Take the PLACE assessment! https://placeministries.org/what-you-get-place-online-assessment/ -------------------- #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #BiblePodcast #GospelPodcast #JesusPodcast #ChristianTalk #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #PodcastForChristians #explore
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