Overcome obstacles that hinder a fulfilling life with the fruit of the Spirit in Episode 9, “Beauty of a Fruitful Life,” with Gladys Childs. Scroll down to enter the BOOK GIVEAWAY for Gladys’s book “Busting Barriers” and her 30-day Busting Barrier Plan.
I’m a big believer that when Jesus said that he came, that we would have life and have it abundantly, that he meant it.
Dr. Gladys Childs
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Episode Summary:
Faith, Podcast, and Writing Journeys
Gladys shared about her challenging upbringing, introduction to Christianity, and career path in the academic world.
Overcoming Obstacles for Fruitful Living
Overcoming obstacles that hinder a fulfilling life, highlighting the nine fruits of the Spirit and the importance of releasing control to allow love to thrive.
Perfectionism and the Power of Acceptance
The idea of perfectionism and how it can negatively impact individuals. The importance of understanding one’s strengths and weaknesses and accepting the imperfections of being human.
God’s Omnipresence and Goodness Discussion
Recognizing and appreciating the goodness in life, even in challenging times.
God’s Path, Patience, and Trust
The struggles of living in a fallen world, and the simplicity of God’s path.
Timing, Obedience, and Faithfulness
The importance of timing and obedience in their faith and personal lives.
Kindness and Patience in Daily Life
The importance of kindness and patience in daily life.
Goodness and Trauma: A Bible-Centered Discussion
What are the barriers to goodness, and how do we claim goodness as ours? We need to acknowledge our pain and acknowledge our trauma, not hiding it away or trying to explain it away.
Gladys’s Storytelling and Gentleness Journey
The importance of sharing personal stories to connect with others. The perception of gentleness as a weakness is a barrier to fully living with the gift of gentleness.
Self-control as a Spiritual Superpower
The importance of self-control as a superpower and its role in spiritual growth.
Favorite quotes from our conversation with Gladys-
Quotes:
I have found when we try to grasp or control, we’re just hanging on so much just to some things that if we just release what we have in our hands, God wants to give us, to give us more. And when we release our controls and expectations it allows God’s love to flow really freely through us, but it allows our hearts to be open for love from other people that is there that, that we can’t see because we’re too busy focusing on control.
Dr. Gladys Childs
God looks at us in our brokenness because none of us are perfect. And he says, you are worthy, you are lovable, and you are enough. And if you could just rest in that, then, joy comes and we can learn to live in our imperfect state. And I know with my students one of the things I always try to get them to work on is to, you know, just know what you’re really good at.
Dr. Gladys Childs
I think the first thing is just to try to grasp that being patient does not delay results.
Dr. Gladys Childs
I also think that we leave undone kind deeds and kind words and leave people better off than when we found them because we’re so focused on getting the task done or getting something accomplished. We forget that people are more important than whatever it is that we’re doing.
Dr. Gladys Childs
I think if you’ve suffered from some traumatic event and you’re still struggling through it, if you’ll acknowledge the reality of it and realize that God is with you wanting to help you—that’s a big step that God didn’t cause your trauma and that God can redeem your story.
Dr. Gladys Childs
The fruit of the Spirit makes us beautiful because we reflect God, we glow God. I always like to say we glow God more. No matter the bad things or the stupid things I’ve done I am worthy, I’m redeemed, I’m loved. I’m a beautiful child of God. And that’s how God sees me. He sees me as his beloved, just like we see our own children.
Dr. Gladys Childs
Scripture References:
Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Proverbs 16:9 NKJV: “A man’s heart plans his way,
But the Lord directs his steps.”
Philippians 46-7 NKJV: Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Colossians 3:12 NKJV: Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering.
Psalm 34:18: The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart,
And saves such as have a contrite spirit.
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MEET THE AUTHOR GLADYS CHILDS
Dr. Gladys Childs is an author, speaker, religion professor, pastor’s wife, and mom helping others be F.R.E.E. to Thrive© for the abundant life God has for them. She serves as Chaplain at Texas Wesleyan University and the Women’s Director at LifePoint Fellowship. She brings 25 years of experience and knowledge to her ministry.
Gladys is frequently called authentic, witty, and candid as she shares her journey through life’s ups and downs. Her passion is meeting people at the intersection of faith and life’s difficulties. No stranger to heartache herself, she grew up in a non-church-going family with an alcoholic mother and is a trauma survivor.
Gladys holds a Ph.D. in Foundations of Education, a Master’s in Religious Education, a Master of Divinity, and a B.A. with a double major in Counseling and Psychology. Also, she is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. Connect with her at gladyschilds.com.
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I love this book too! You won Lisa’s book giveaway!!!