This Is Gonna Hurt - The Podcast Of J. Gordon Duncan

Thomas Edison made 1,000 attempts before creating the light bulb. A reporter asked him, "How does it feel to fail 1,000 times?" Edison replied, "I didn’t fail 1,000 times. The light bulb was an invention with 1,000 steps." In this Free Friday episode, Gordon talks about the power of failure. He ponders things like: How failure puts you one step closer to your goal. How embracing grace in moral failures enables you to obey. And he shares a story of failure in his life. If you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt and clicking the “support this podcast” button. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, check out his website at www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon talks about what it is like to raise daughters. With the help of his great wife, Gordon shares a few lessons that he has learned. He talks about: Why it is important to restrain anger when in disagreement with his daughters. Why it is important to foster their imagination and encourage them to dream big. Why it is important to help them process conflict with their friends. As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt and clicking the “support this podcast” button. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, check out his website at www.jgordonduncan.com. Thanks for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday episode, Gordon talks about how to battle and possible prevent burnout in your life. He talks about: Spiritual Disciplines The Benefit of Exercise The Reason Why Setting Goals is Important As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt and clicking the “support this podcast” button. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, check out his website at www.jgordonduncan.com. Thanks for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon talks about an issue that affects almost all of us: loneliness. He talks about things like: The causes of loneliness. Steps to prevent loneliness. How to walk out of loneliness. And lots more. As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt and clicking the “support this podcast” button. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, check out his website at www.jgordonduncan.com. Thanks for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon talks about what’s in store for the “This is Gonna Hurt Podcast”. He talks about things like: An interview with Danny Bowen of www.80bitpodsmash.com talking about video game addiction. An interview with a female, immigrant entrepreneur discussing her challenges and success. And most excitedly, Gordon talks about how you can become a patron of the show. Patrons will receive a free -ebook, episodes, and lots more. If you would like to become a patron, just go to the homepage at https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt and click “support this podcast”. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, check out his website at www.jgordonduncan.com. Thanks for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon discusses the problem of worrying. We think about these things: John Assaraf said, “Worry is a prayer for what you don’t want.” Jesus’ Teaching from Matthew 6 about worry and about how much God loves us. Practical Steps to Avoid Worrying And lots more… This episode is sponsored by Gospel Rich Book. You can find their resources at: www.gospelrichbooks.com You can type in "Gospel Rich Books" at Amazon. If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon offers a set of questions for married folks. Who are we? What have we learned? What have we created? What progress have we made? What have we helped? What are we doing to improve ourselves? Is this who we want to be? These questions were adapted from Jocko Willink’s book “Discipline Equals Freedom”. You can find it at https://www.amazon.com/Discipline-Equals-Freedom-Field-Manual/dp/1250156947/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1532551552&sr=8-1&keywords=discipline+equals+freedom+field+manual This episode was sponsored by Gospel Rich Books. You can find their resources at: www.gospelrichbooks.com You can type in "Gospel Rich Books" at Amazon. If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https:/

In this episode, Gordon discusses the heresy of the Law of Attraction. He discusses The book “The Secret” Prosperity Gospel Preachers Positive and negative attitudes Biblical Prosperity This episode is sponsored by Gospel Rich Book. You can find their resources at: www.gospelrichbooks.com You can type in "Gospel Rich Books" at Amazon. If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon ponders the quote from Sally Hogshead. She says, “Is Different Better Than Better?” Sally is the author of “Fascinate" and Gordon plans on reading it over vacation. What do you think, “Is different better than better?” You can find out more about Sally at https://www.howtofascinate.com/different-is-better-than-better This episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast is sponsored by Gospel Rich Books. Gospel Rich Books offers a host of challenging and encouraging resources. You can find them below: Gospel Rich Books Amazon Catalog Gospel Rich Books Blog If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon ponders if there is a theology of vacation. He argues there is and offers a few tips so you can make your vacation restful, honoring to God, and rejuvenating. Some of those tips surround: Time Alone Time with Your Spouse Time with Your Children This episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast is sponsored by Gospel Rich Books. Gospel Rich Books offers a host of challenging and encouraging resources. You can find them below: www.gospelrichbooks.com You can type in "Gospel Rich Books" at Amazon. If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday Episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, Gordon asks the question, "How many of the top 100 celebrity earners did you give money?" Does that line up with your values? In this fun exercise, you will learn about the top 100 earners and when you follow the link, you will find out how many you helped. You can find the link at https://www.forbes.com/celebrities/list/ Thanks for listening. If you want to know more about what Gordon is up to, check out www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon talks about the low-carb lifestyle and the difference it has made for both his fitness and his battle with epilepsy. Questions we ask are: What’s the difference between low-carb and paleo or keto? What is a typical day like for Gordon on the low-carb lifestyle? How does one get started? What are some things to avoid? And lots more. If you like this, or any other episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, please review, subscribe, and share it via social media. As always, let us know how we can help. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday Episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, Gordon asks the question, "Are You Interested or Committed Towards Meeting Your Goals?" If you are only interested, you probably won't meet them. If you are committed, you probably will. This is our first "live" episode so the sound quality is not as great. Thanks for your patience. Thanks for listening. If you want to know more about what Gordon is up to, check out www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon speaks about the myth of the 40-hour work week. We talk about… Where the concept of a 40-hour work week came from. How much money you need to make per hour to make a living on 40 hours. Why few people starting their careers have a skillset to make a living at that level of work. Why 40 hours leaves you with too much free time anyway. Also, Gordon shares a great resource for time management: the Streamlining Planer which you can find at http://www.lulu.com/shop/gordon-duncan/the-streamlining-planner/paperback/product-23338813.html Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday Episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, Gordon shares one tip that will help you sleep better and recover from any form exercise. This secret will transform your health. This will only take 7 minutes of your day, and you will love it. Thanks for listening. If you want to know more about what Gordon is up to, check out www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon speaks about his recent car wreck and how it has affected him, his wife, and his daughters. Something like that opens up questions about finances and what God is doing. Questions Gordon asks are: What does this accident teach me about my heart? What does this accident teach me about God? What does this accident teach me about my plans? What does this accident teach me about God’s plans? The idea is that incidents like these pause our lives, and honest reflection is required to not waste them. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday Episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, we talk about how Gordon plans out his fitness plan each week. It’s part of his exercise plan. Do you have a fitness plan? If you don’t have a plan, you don’t have a plan. Questions to ask: What are your fitness goals? Do you map out what you want to accomplish physically each week? If you are not going forward, you are going backwards. Thanks for listening. If you want to know more about what Gordon is up to, check out www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this episode, Gordon speaks directly to pastors to encourage them in them summer slump. Many church contexts slow down during the summer, and as a result, attendance and service can crop. Gordon offers a few tips to prevent discouragement to pastors during this time. Some suggestions: Spend more time with your family… Plan out the next season’s sermons… Focus more on your health… Meet with people who typically are too busy… The big takeaway is to bless your people during the summer and not be bitter towards them. Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

In this Free Friday Episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast, we talk about how Gordon had to replace his sump pump backup and how it reminded him to take a day off from working out to assess how he is doing. If you have a regularly scheduled exercise regimen, it is important to take a day to assess health. This is also important for mental and spiritual well-being. Thanks for listening. If you want to know more about what Gordon is up to, check out www.jgordonduncan.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support

While at the Presbyterian Church of America’s (PCA) General Assembly, it was my privilege to interview Dr. Ligon Duncan. If you don’t know who he is, Dr. Duncan is the Chancellor/CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary and the John E. Richards Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology. During our conversation, we discussed the #metoo movement, focusing on two areas: how the movement can inform the church and how the church can inform the movement. His insight was helpful, as one might imagine, and his starting point of the conversation was poignant. You can contact Dr. Ligon Duncan at https://rts.edu/jackson/faculty/bio.aspx?id=177 You can learn more about RTS at https://rts.edu/ Thanks for listening. If you want to find out more about what Gordon is up to, you can find that info at www.jgordonduncan.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisisgonnahurt/support