The Trailmarker podcast will be paused for the time beating as I determine the format for the upcoming season. I apologize for any disappointment, but look forward to coming back at the appropriate time. While you wait, take a listen to some of our older conversations or any episodes you may have missed. Thanks!

Taking a Pause

In this episode, Paul McDonald concludes his conversation with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen.  They discuss the importance of availability and having a willingness to just show up.  How available are you? Are you willing to serve and do the little things now, or are you focused on a big vision or a big mountain?  God will build His Kingdom through us, through our willingness to serve where we are.

Episode 88-The most important ability with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen (part 5 of 5)

In this episode, Paul McDonald talks with Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen about the flip side of adventure.  They had spoken previously of big, memorable events, but adventure can be found in the dailies as well.  If familiarity breeds contempt, we must have contempt for the contempt in order to love well. They also begin talking about their Kingdom adventure, and how their mission to Uganda came to be.  The conclusion of the conversation will be on next week's episode.

Episode 87-The Flip side of adventure with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen (part 4 of 5)

In this episode, Paul McDonald talks with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen about how to combat regret and stifle the urge to second guess.  Recognize that God is sovereign, and that our "bad times" are what forms us.  God uses the struggle to shape us and mature us, to help us learn to lean on Him.  Release the responsibility, and live in a child-like expectant faith.

Episode 86-How to combat regret with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen (part 3 of 5)

In this episode, Paul McDonald continues his conversation with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen.  They discuss the challenges of arriving someplace that doesn't look like how you thought it would.  As physicians, they understand the danger of second guessing decisions.  There is a danger in assuming that a different decision would lead to a different or better outcome.  When looking back, you ask yourself, "Was what you did improper? Was it illegal? Were you negligent? Did you act outside your scope?"  If you can say no to these, then it isn't malpractice.  There is a danger in assuming all the responsibility is yours--it negates God's sovereignty.

Episode 85-The danger of second guessing with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen (part 2 of 5)

In this episode, Paul McDonald talks with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen about their 20-year friendship, and how God has used their relationship as a lifeline through life's biggest battles.  It is important to find someone who is walking a parallel path, so you can help each other along the way (like Sam and Frodo in the Lord of the Rings).  Keep your eyes open for men who are farther along the path, and can help you navigate the challenges that you face.  The enemy wants you to be isolated, believing your problems and failures are bigger than anyone else can handle.  Be faithful in the seemingly mundane and trivial (show up for church, Bible study, little things), so that when the big things come, you have a lifeline.  Put yourself in position to receive God's lifelines.

Episode 84-The Importance of Brotherhood, with Drs. Mike McDonald and Jeremy Allen (part 1 of 5)

Paul McDonald and Tina Yeager continue their discussion of Tina's book, Beautiful Warrior.  They discuss the toxicity of seeking approval from outside sources.  Tina describes the difference between shame and conviction, and offers suggestions to men for how to pursue the hearts of the women in their lives.
Tina is an award-winning author, speaker, licensed counselor, and life coach. She encourages audiences to fulfill their potential. She offers writing workshops through Serious Writer Academy, hosts the Flourish-Meant podcast, and is a mentor with Word Weavers International. Beautiful Warrior, her book on women’s esteem is available on Amazon. To connect with her, visit tinayeager.com.  
Other places you can find Tina:
Website: https://tinayeager.com/
Beautiful Warrior: Finding Victory Over the Lies Formed Against You (publisher site): https://www.newhopepublishers.com/shop/beautiful-warrior/
Flourish-Meant Podcast (also accessible from my website): https://tinayeager.podbean.com/
Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tyeagerwrites
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tina-Yeager-M.A./e/B06Y4T4TMG/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0

Episode 83-Beautiful Warrior with Tina Yeager (part 2 of 2)

Paul McDonald and Tina Yeager discuss her book, Beautiful Warrior.  They compare the world's definitions of beauty and success with God's definitions.  "Your life is the message God preaches."
Tina is an award-winning author, speaker, licensed counselor, and life coach. She encourages audiences to fulfill their potential. She offers writing workshops through Serious Writer Academy, hosts the Flourish-Meant podcast, and is a mentor with Word Weavers International. Beautiful Warrior, her book on women’s esteem is available on Amazon. To connect with her, visit tinayeager.com.  
Other places you can find Tina:
Website: https://tinayeager.com/
Beautiful Warrior: Finding Victory Over the Lies Formed Against You (publisher site): https://www.newhopepublishers.com/shop/beautiful-warrior/
Flourish-Meant Podcast (also accessible from my website): https://tinayeager.podbean.com/
Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tyeagerwrites
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tina-Yeager-M.A./e/B06Y4T4TMG/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0

Episode 82-Beautiful Warrior with Tina Yeager (part 1 of 2)

In part two of the discussion, Paul McDonald and Allen Arnold talk about digging deeper into the words from God.  Once you receive your word, what do you do with it? How do you use it to grow deeper in your union with God?  That leads to a conversation about the definition of success, one that isn't dependent on reaction from others, but on whether or not you did it with God.  
Allen Arnold is the the Director of Content & Resources for Ransomed Heart Ministries and the author of The Story of With: A Better Way to Live, Love, and Create.

Episode 81-Discussing advance words with Allen Arnold (part 2 of 2)

On this episode, Paul McDonald and Allen Arnold talk about the practice of advance words, seeking guidance from God for the upcoming year.  Allen recommends starting early to remove the pressure.  It's also important to go into the process without an agenda.  Avoid the "yep" in response to the guidance God gives--don't assume you know everything about it.  Spend time with the word, savor it.  Finally, write it down.  Remember it. Don't let it slip away.  The entire process is meant to lead to a conversation with God, to a deeper intimacy and relationship with Him.  
Allen Arnold is the the Director of Content & Resources for Ransomed Heart Ministries and the author of The Story of With: A Better Way to Live, Love, and Create.

Episode 80-Discussing advance words with Allen Arnold (part 1 of 2)

In this episode, Paul McDonald and Britt Mooney continue their conversation.  Britt discusses how God has led him on his writing journey and church planting.  Britt explains that it is easy to move when you're moving from a place of rest, victory, and love.  There's power in believing that you are loved.  Britt says we are created for intimacy and purpose, and you can't separate or divorce these concepts.  They conclude by discussing Britt's book, The Consequences of Saying Yes, which is the story of their church plant and coffee.  Britt can be found on Facebook (britt.mooney) and Instagram (@authormbmooney).  He also hosts two podcasts, Kingdom over Coffee and Brew and Ink.  He is also at phoenixroasterscoffee.com and mbmooney.com.  

Episode 79-The Consequences of Saying Yes, with Britt Mooney (part 2 of 2)

In this episode, Paul McDonald and Britt Mooney discuss the adventure of pursuing God's calling for us.  It is important to keep moving with God, even though the destination may not match our plans.  God leads us to places where He becomes our only option, to help grow us up, mature us in our faith and dependence on Him.  More information on Britt Mooney can be found at mbmooney.com, or phoenixroasterscoffee.com.  He hosts two podcasts, Kingdom over Coffee and Brew and Ink.  He is on Facebook @britt.mooney and on Instagram @authormbmooney.  Email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com.

Episode 78-Moving with God, with Britt Mooney (part 1 of 2)

In this final piece of the conversation, Paul McDonald talks with his father, W. Paul McDonald, about transitioning in fatherhood as your children get older.  In any close relationship, forgiveness must be given and received, almost like breathing.  Paul offers a challenge to the listeners to create audio ebenzers with the people who are closest to you over the course of the holidays and into the new year.  If you have any comments, suggestions, or feedback, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com.

Episode 77-Taking a long term perspective, with W. Paul McDonald (part 3 of 3)

In this episode, Paul McDonald sits down with his father, W. Paul McDonald, to understand childhood and parenting better.  They share stories and discuss the joys they found in fathering their children. If you have any comments, feedback, or suggestions, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com

Episode 76-Making memories as fathers, with W. Paul McDonald (part 2 of 3)

In this episode, Paul McDonald talks with his dad, W. Paul McDonald, about the challenges of fatherhood, the difficulty of watching them suffer, and offers encouragement for those fathers who feel at the end of their rope.  For comments, suggestions, or feedback, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com.

Episode 75-Encouragement for fathers, with W. Paul McDonald (part 1 of 3)

In this episode, brothers Paul and Mike McDonald discuss how to respond when it feels like your world is crashing down around you.  They talk about the power of prayer, the impact of the presence of others (especially to combat the lies of inadequacies), and seeing God's provision in the pruning process.  If you have comments, feedback, or suggestions, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com

Episode 74-God's provision in our predicaments, with Dr. Mike McDonald (part 3 of 3)

Updated on 10/30--In this episode, brothers Paul and Mike McDonald continue their conversation, delving into Mike's experience with adoption and how that opened his eyes to seeing God as an adoptive father.  If you have suggestions, comments, or feedback, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com.

Episode 73 -The Adoptive Father, with Dr. Mike McDonald (part 2 of 3)

Paul McDonald talks with Dr. Mike McDonald, his brother, as they look back over twenty years of marriage.  Mike discusses how he has matured through the years, and how God used the painful experiences in the past to produce a stronger marriage today.  For comments and questions, email us at trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com

Episode 72-Maturity through Marriage, with Dr. Mike McDonald (part 1 of 3)

Paul McDonald continues his conversation with the men at Ricky Furr's small group.  They discuss how iron sharpens iron, and the importance of a sharp blade.  They also talk about the transformation that has occurred in their lives through their relationships with each other.  For more information about the Outpost, visit missionuprising.com.  For questions and feedback, email trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com

Episode 71-Iron sharpens iron, with Ricky Furr's men's group (part 2 of 2)

Paul McDonald visits with Ricky Furr's men's group as Paul introduces the concept of learning to live in the exhale.  Frequently life takes your breath away, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and drowning.  The men discuss how they respond to these situations.  For more information on the Outpost, visit missionuprising.com.  For questions or comments, email trailmarkerpodcast@gmail.com

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