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Student of Life

Tim Pratt Jr.

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Welcome to the weekly podcast Student of Life by Tim Pratt Jr. where we will dive into real life content through authenticity and balanced transparency. This space will be non-traditional because most of us don't need more knowledge, instead we need applied knowledge (wisdom) by becoming one with it. I pray as you listen to this podcast God gives you what you need by revealing what's been there the entire time. For more information go over to www.timothypratt.org
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Today, I want to talk about Paul and how he modeled Jesus. Not the soundbite version of Paul, but the real man, rooted in the gospel and radically effective because he understood people, context, and culture. If Paul were around today, I think he’d be deeply misunderstood. One crowd would accuse him of “platforming pagan voices.” Another would say …
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In this episode, we dive into one of the most challenging yet impactful aspects of leadership: tough conversations. Whether you're leading a team, managing an organization, or serving in ministry, the way you address challenges defines your culture and success. Discover how to approach hard conversations with confidence, clarity, and compassion. We…
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In this episode, Don’t Become Sick as Your Secret, we explore the progression of secret sin, its destructive power, and the freedom found in confession and community. Drawing from James 1:14-16, Proverbs 28:13, and James 5:16, we unpack how unchecked desires entangle us, why accountability matters, and how God’s grace empowers transformation. Wheth…
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Join us in this enlightening episode as we dive deep into the Book of Proverbs to uncover timeless wisdom for daily living. We'll explore: Proverbs 12:1 - Love Correction: Understand the importance of embracing correction to grow and strengthen your foundation in Christ. Discover why a humble spirit, open to feedback, is vital for spiritual maturit…
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In this episode, we explore three crucial traits for living in the last days: focusing on Christ, staying faithful and active, and anticipating His return. We shift the focus from signs and speculation to a steadfast commitment to Jesus, emphasizing that everything ultimately points back to Him. Drawing wisdom from Scripture and historical perspect…
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In this episode, we delve into the crucial role of validation in relationships and effective communication. We explore what validation means, techniques to practice it, and its benefits in making people feel understood. We also introduce the powerful phrase “I could be wrong,” which fosters openness and curiosity in conversations. Tune in to learn …
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If you’ve ever felt stuck or frustrated with the lack of progress under your leadership, you’re not alone. It’s a common struggle, but there’s a way forward. Today, we’re going to look at three critical areas that can help you move from frustration to fulfillment as a leader. These principles will challenge you to rethink your approach and inspire …
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In this episode, we’ll discuss the importance of holding fast to sound doctrine in a world full of differing teachings. I’ve been reflecting on this a lot lately, and I want to share some thoughts on why it’s so crucial to remain faithful to the core truths of our faith, even when it's challenging not to withstand. I hope this episode inspires you …
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Spiritual transformation starts in the mind and heart. A mind dedicated to the world and its concerns will produce a life tossed back and forth by the currents of culture. But a mind dedicated to God’s truth will produce a life that can stand the test of time. We can resist the temptations of our culture by meditating on God’s truth and letting the…
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Feedback is like a mirror reflecting aspects of ourselves that we might not see clearly. It's natural to feel uneasy about seeking feedback. After all, it requires us to be vulnerable, and the insights it provides can sometimes sting. But embracing feedback is essential because it unveils our blind spots and opens avenues for improvement.…
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"In its simplest definition, discernment is nothing more than the ability to decide between truth and error, right and wrong. Discernment is the process of making careful distinctions in our thinking about truth. In other words, the ability to think with discernment is synonymous with an ability to think biblically. First Thessalonians 5:21-22 teac…
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In this episode, we unravel the vital role of relationships in leadership, emphasizing how understanding precedes influence. Join us as we uncover the essence of authentic leadership—where connecting authentically becomes the cornerstone for guiding meaningful change. Discover why assumptions can hinder progress and how aligning actions with core v…
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Proverbs 20:19 says, “A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much.” Words are powerful. They can build up or destroy James 3 instructs us to control our words, stating in verse 5: “Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark.” Spreading “harmless” rumors, then, can cause great destruction. God desires that we …
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I've seen so much material on becoming a Scrum Master for the wrong reasons. In this episode, I will unpack what it's like at its core and why you need to have a motivation other than money. Yes, it's a rewarding position but it comes with challenges. #Scrummaster #agilecoach #agileleader #projectmangement #afrotech #blackintech #technology #leader…
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I want to grow into tomorrow's challenges, not just go into them. Why? Times are different and we have to make sure we have adapted our leadership to stay relevant in these times. Within the episode, we talk about why we need to have a leader-shift mindset so we can ensure we are always recalibrating our leadership. #leadership #agileleadership #sc…
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You’ll never outgrow your need for a leadership, business, or development coach. From decision-making to learning the necessary skills to go to the next level is vital and having the right coach is invaluable to any leader. Check out this episode to help you determine if you're ready and how to select a coach. #leadershipcoach #ministry #pastoralle…
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Personal boundaries help to limit our selfish inclination to control or manipulate others. Likewise, boundaries protect us from those who have no self-control and who wish to control us. A person with clear, healthy boundaries communicates to others what is and is not permissible, saying, in effect, “This is my jurisdiction, and you have no right t…
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As a leader, do you take the time to position people well so that they may succeed in the role that they are responsible for? Many people are out of position due to various reasons and sometimes it's simply a different season in life. This episode will challenge you to look within as a leader by asking yourself do I position people well? #tourerobe…
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Sometimes prayer is used as an excuse to advocate our responsibility to actually help people who have problems because I can say I'm praying for you and there is no accountability as to whether I actually did that or not. However, I don't want to only pray about problems, I want to be an answer to them. Check out this episode on becoming an answer …
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Why is the heart so important? Because it’s the source of life. What are things being stored up in your heart? Throughout scripture, the heart refers to the center of one being, including the mind, emotions, and will. In this episode we will take it a step deeper and talk about how the word heart means more than our mental and emotional capacity, i…
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Many leaders and people within the local church have made it very competitive to the point where you would think God is divided against himself. This has also led to a lot more agendas for self than the Kingdom Agenda. However, we should remember that this is truly about Christ and his love for us rather than it is about us and what we want. Matthe…
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A lot of times ambition can carry negative connotations, but what about when it's submitted to God? Before Paul was converted, he was considered Saul, but his ambition and zeal never faded. He killed a lot of Christians, but when he got saved due to the encounter with Jesus, he went on to win a lot of souls for Christ. Could your leadership use mor…
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Whether you lead 1 person, 10 people or 1,000+, we all should have a heart posture of developing others to be better than us. Jesus remains our Leadership Model. His leadership was perfectly consistent with what God desired in a leader within the world. #Kingdomleadership #leadership #developing #personaldevelopment #leadershipdevelopment.…
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Holiness is not only a possibility for the Christian; holiness is a requirement. Cultivating a lifestyle of holiness does not mean that we must draft a list of dos and donts to live by. We will unpack what this looks like in a practical way. Read and study Hebrews 12 1 Corinthians 6 Romans 8 Romans 12 For more details, check out. Here is Holy #Mich…
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"I've had to learn how to get comfortable with my own "No" and I think this is why the Power of No was one of my favorite chapters in the book Balance. Far too many relationships work only because people say yes most of the time. Trying to avoid conflict by withholding a warranted no doesn't insure peace but increases friction within.…
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In Romans 12:1, Paul says, “I beseech you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, pleasing to God, which is your reasonable service.” Paul’s admonition to the believers in Rome was to sacrifice themselves to God, not as a sacrifice on the altar, as the Mosaic Law required the sacrifice of animals,…
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Denying yourself is an essential part of the Christian life. Jesus called upon those who wish to be His followers to reject the natural human inclination toward selfishness. The Lord Himself exemplified self-denial (John 13:1–17). In this episode, we unpack what does this look like in a practical way. Are we called to deny ourselves when we should …
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Why is it so hard to move forward in life? That's because many of us are more concerned with people seeing us fail than failing. Within this episode, I unpack how we can overcome the fear of it moving forward in life. www.timothypratt.org to connect more! #NewYear #Faith #Dreams #Fear #FaithoverFear #ForwardThinking #Jesus # Prayer…
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Good things can be bad when it hinders the plan of God. Within this episode, we unpack how neither Moses nor Issac was bad things in the life of Joshua and Abraham. However, God made sure that they truly understood that and how we can learn from them as well as the Bible on why God always has to be first in our lives. If not, it will minimize the i…
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“When you live each day with intentionality, there’s almost no limit to what you can do. You can transform yourself, your family, your community, and your nation. When enough people do that, they can change the world. When you intentionally use your everyday life to bring about positive change in the lives of others, you begin to live a life that m…
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What's satisfying your thirst, especially in today's world? What do you think the why is behind that thirst? If you don't know, this will be a great episode to listen to and share with friends on how Jesus stated every earthy pursuit we can think of will keep us thirsty but if we accept Him, we will never thirst again. Let's unpack some of John 4: …
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“The focal point of servant leadership within the church is “to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up” (Ephesians 4:12). We look at this verse in the context of the (faith) Bible of course, and how it translates within the secular world as well. Servant leadership at its core is what a true leader is.…
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I'm sure you've heard leadership is influence, not simply a title. People can respect a title and not respect you. In this episode, we discuss how leadership is also relationship and how we can cultivate these areas through servant leadership. This is the first episode of our leadership series that we are kicking off Season 5 with. See Matthew 20 f…
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