399. Prepare Him Room Week 2: Peace with Shannon Popkin

In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, Shannon Popkin and Rebecca George discuss the importance of preparing our hearts for the true meaning of Christmas during the Advent season. They explore the concept of peace from a biblical perspective, emphasizing the need to surrender control and allow Jesus to reign in our lives. The conversation delves into the conflict between God and man, the role of the Holy Spirit in providing peace, and the significance of our thought lives in experiencing tranquility. They also reflect on the joy of the Christmas season and how it can radiate through our relationships and actions.

Keywords
Advent, Christmas, peace, biblical peace, surrender, control, Holy Spirit, relationships, joy, faith

Takeaways
Preparing Him room means getting back to the roots of Christmas.
We often confuse preparing for Christmas with preparing Him room.
Peace is more than just the absence of conflict; it's about wholeness.
The conflict between God and man disrupts our peace.
Surrendering control is essential for experiencing true peace.
The Holy Spirit helps us remember Jesus' teachings and brings peace.
Our thought life significantly impacts our ability to experience peace.
Living in the present with Jesus as our King brings peace.
Relationships can either disrupt or enhance our peace.
Joy in knowing Jesus radiates through our lives.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:22 Preparing Him Room
04:07 The True Story of Christmas
05:37 The Disruption of Peace
06:41 Defining Peace Biblically
10:43 Jesus as the Prince of Peace
11:56 Obstacles to Peace
17:31 Experiencing God's Peace
20:35 The Peace of God and Our Thought Lives
23:20 Reflecting on Jesus' Radiance
28:19 Favorite Advent Traditions
30:07 Favorite Holiday Recipe
31:01 Radiating the Heart of Jesus
32:45 Where to Find Shannon Popkin

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Books:
You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World: https://amzn.to/44omO3k
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Before Dawn: Knowing God’s Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv