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

Welcome to the “This is Gonna Hurt Podcast”. In this episode, we talk about the rise of the Personal Growth movement, and we discuss the church’s mixed reaction to it. We talk about: The history of the movement from “How to Win Friends & Influence People” to Tony Robbins and his “Awaken the Giant Within”. We also highlight Christians in the Personal Growth space like Ed Mylett https://www.edmylett.com/ & Rachel Hollis https://www.msrachelhollis.com/. We also give time to Tim Challies critique of Rachel Hollis (referenced below). At the end, Gordon gives his recommendation of some rails to run on with the Personal Growth movement. We hope you enjoy it. https://www.edmylett.com/ Thanks for listening! As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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.j

Check out our newest episode of the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast. October is Pastor Appreciation Month. In this Free Friday episode, Gordon expresses gratitude to one of the pastors of his youth. This pastor kept a friendly, upbeat attitude even in tough times. Endure a heartbreaking physical condition. And was supported by a wonderfully, Godly wife. Tune in to learn more. Thanks for listening. 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. 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 asks the question, “What is the Gospel of Christ?” In our area, there are many churches that talk about all the good that God has planned for you, but they don’t about sin or the need for forgiveness. In this episode, we look at a portion of Galatians where Paul identified the gospel. We talk about: What the Gospel isn’t. How dangerous it is to add to the Gospel. The hope of a life lived in the Gospel. Gordon also refers to a free book he wrote called, “The Gospel of Christ”. You can download the e-book for free at https://gumroad.com/l/thegospelofchrist Thanks for listening! As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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

Check out our newest episode in the “This is Gonna Hurt” podcast. In this Free Friday episode, Gordon asks this question: Can you love Jesus even if He purposefully causes you pain? We examine that question by taking a brief look at the raising of Lazarus. We examine how Jesus purposefully waited to go to Judea when Lazarus was dying. We talk about how Jesus said He was glad that Lazarus died. We talk about how hard times detach us from the things of this world. We hope this episode is encouraging. Thanks for listening. 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. 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 brings back Emma, his 12-year-old daughter, for a third interview! In this episode, Emma talks about middle school. She talks about: How parents can listen better. When to “lay off” your kids. And she gives 2 pieces of advice that she feels every parent needs to hear. Thanks for listening! As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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 Free Friday episode, Gordon talks about waiting, specifically, waiting for God. We talk about: Waiting for what God has promised. Waiting for what you want. Living joyfully while you wait. Thanks for listening. 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. 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 how to make real change in your life. In light of the passing of a friend, Gordon considers what the steps are in our lives if we want to make real, positive change. He talks about: Opportunity Rationalization Restraint Inspiration If light of what Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you need help for drug or alcohol addiction, you can find that help at www.recovery.org. As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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 taking fast hold of Christ. He talks about: What it means to take fast hold of Christ. How Christ holds you fast. Simple ways to remind yourself to take fast hold. These thoughts are inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s sermon “The Hold Fast” and can be found in the Pocket Spurgeon series on Amazon at http://a.co/d/aqcFUmk Thanks for listening. 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. 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 3 things needed to meet any goal. Whether you are trying to start a business, lose weight or anything else, these are the 3 essential qualities. Gordon talks about Setting the purpose of your goal. Finding that one purpose who will support. Depending on that group of people who will encourage you. As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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 calling God good, even during the bad times. He asks: What do you say when something good happens? What do you say when something bad happens? Can you can God good no matter what? Many of these thoughts come from Gordon’s book “Joy In Trials” from the book of Ruth. You can find it on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1492146862 Thanks for listening. 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. 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 how he missed his goal at a recent Boston Qualifying Marathon. In fact, Gordon DNF'd (did not finish). We all miss goals every now and then, so how do we keep moving and stay motivated? Gordon offers some tips. He talks about: Controlling what you can control. Using Your Disappointments. Setting Incremental Goals along the way. As Gordon mentioned in the podcast, if you would like to become a podcast patron, you can do so by clicking www.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 prepare for a big day. You know what we are talking about: prepping for an interview, a marathon, etc. Gordon offers tips on: Prepping the night before. Picking out your clothes. Eating a strong breakfast. Thanks for listening. 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. 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 celebrates work on Labor Day. He talks about: The origin of Labor Day The goodness of work The redemption of work And lots of other things... 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

The time to start thinking about an enduring & Godly legacy is now. You can’t start too early. In this Free Friday episode, Gordon talks about what the essential elements of a Godly legacy looks like by examining the life of Samuel. He talks about Faithfulness Dependence Accountability Boldness Thanks for listening. 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. 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 the benefits of a having a guilty pleasure. What is a guilty pleasure? A guilty pleasure is something fun and silly that just helps you have fun and relax. We all need them. Gordon talks about: His love of giant shark movies and the “Mack Bolan” books. He asks what makes a good guilty pleasure. He even offers some things to avoid. 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

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