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It’s a common experience to feel disconnected from others, uncertain about tomorrow, and struggle to find meaning and purpose.

The Resilient Lineage Podcast is a family conversation about how to overcome these experiences by reflecting on the past, anticipating the future, and discovering what God is up to today.

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Episode 73: The Choice to Reject

Milo and Olivia dive into the tough questions: What are the signs you might be rejecting God without realizing it? How do you recognize selfish ambition, hostility, or a focus on the temporary over the eternal? Join them for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about spiritual discernment, submission, and the small decisions that shape your spiritual legacy.

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Episode 72: Faith, Family, & Resilience

Discover how faith and authenticity play a crucial role in building resilient families. Author and father of three, Jeff Nelligan discusses the importance of candid conversations, spiritual grounding, and setting an example for your children.

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Episode 71: Choosing Spiritual Influences

In this episode Milo and Olivia dive deep into the cultural rise of spirituality versus traditional religion. They discuss the shifting landscape of religious affiliation in America. Using John 10 as a framework, they examine the metaphor of the shepherd, exploring three types of spiritual influences: the thief, the hired hand, and the good shepherd. The conversation unpacks the motivations behind each role, how to discern healthy spiritual leadership, and practical questions listeners can ask to evaluate the influences in their own lives.

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Episode 70: Hearing from God on the Appalachian Trail

Milo interviews Sam "Hi Ho" Brasfield, a retired Navy officer currently hiking the Appalachian Trail. They discuss Sam’s military career, his passion for adventure, the role of faith in his life, and the lessons learned from both the trail and years of service. The episode is filled with insights on resilience, intentional living, and the power of community.

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Episode 69: Making America Home (Part 2)

In this powerful continuation from Episode 68 - Making America home, Milo and Olivia sit down with Jans to explore his remarkable journey from a broken home in Cuba to becoming a devoted Christian, husband, father, Navy Command Master Chief, grandfather, and American. Jans shares candidly about the challenges of growing up without a father figure, the struggles of adapting to a new culture, and the transformational power of faith, love, and community. This episode dives deep into identity, sacrifice, mentorship, and what it truly means to serve and lead with purpose.

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Episode 68: Making America Home

In this episode, Milo and Olivia sit down with special guest Command Master Chief Jans Valdespou. Jans, a Cuban immigrant with 30 years of service in the Navy, shares his powerful story of growing up in communist Cuba, his family’s journey to the United States, and how his background shaped his views on patriotism, leadership, and faith.

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Episode 67: Avoiding Ozempic Faith

In this episode, Milo and Olivia expose the dangers of “Ozempic faith”—a superficial Christianity that wears the appearance of godliness without its power. They explore how to avoid hollow spirituality and pursue genuine, transformative faith rooted in God's power and presence.

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Episode 66: Serving Others Relationally

In this episode, Milo and Olivia look at how we build a life of intentional service to others. They dive into actionable ways to serve others and live out the Great Commission in everyday life.

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Episode 65: Facing Cancer with Conviction

In this episode, we discuss the importance of choosing to have our convictions guide our choices during challenging times. Join Milo, Olivia, and their guest Bethany as they discuss how they are going to grow in their convictions as Bethany faces breast cancer and they navigate her recovery as a family.

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Episode 64: Carnal vs. Kingdom Politics (Part 2)

In this part 2 of 2 we continue the discussion about how the politics we embrace shape how we use the fortunes that come our way. With Ezra 1 and Psalm 126 as a framework they how to identify the difference between Kingdom Politics and Carnal Politics and the impact that can have in how we approach life.

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Episode 63: Carnal vs. Kingdom Politics

The politics we embrace shape how we use the fortunes that come our way. In this episode, Milo and Olivia look at Ezra 1 and Psalm 126 and consider Israel’s return to Jerusalem after their time in exile. They consider a framework for how to identify the difference between Kingdom Politics versus Carnal Politics.

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Episode 62: Why the word “Resilient?”

Where do we get the word “resilient,” and why does it matter that we ask this sort of question? In this episode, Milo and Olivia explore the history of the word "resilient" and consider its cultural usage over the past 200 years.

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Episode 61: Material Matters

The things in our life can help us live God’s best or they can serve to distract us from God’s best. In this episode we explore some warning signs that our stuff has the wrong priority in our life. We then explore ways to realign our relationship with things so that we can press into the life that God has for us.

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Episode 60: A Family Passion (Part 2)

In this episode, Milo and Olivia continue their conversation with Dr. Lori Salerno-Maldonado! Lori has dedicated her life to embracing the adventure God has for her. Together, the three of them explore what it means to live into their family legacy and embrace God’s calling. In this family conversation, they discuss the spiritual truths that have been passed down in their families and offer insights on how to grow as faithful servants of God today.

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Episode 59: A Family Passion

In this episode, Milo and Olivia welcome Dr. Lori Salerno-Maldonado! Lori has dedicated her life to embracing the adventure God has for her. Together, the three of them explore what it means to live into their family legacy and embrace God’s calling. In this family conversation, they discuss the spiritual truths that have been passed down in their families and offer insights on how to grow as faithful servants of God today.

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Episode 58: The Ox & Dirty Barns

Milo and Olivia dive into a unique proverb, reflecting on wise living, community responsibility, and essential investments for a fruitful life. They highlight four key components: contributing beyond oneself, harnessing potential through discipline, making wise investments, and managing life's messiness. Embrace God's opportunities while balancing personal and community needs!

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Episode 57: Living the Spirit Filled Life (Part 2)

In this episode, Milo and Olivia dive into 1 Timothy 1:18-19, focusing on the importance of waging a good warfare in the Spirit-Filled Life. We explore how God’s victory in us empowers His victory for us, leading to a victorious and obedient life aligned with His will.

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Episode 56: Living the Spirit Filled Life (Part 1)

Milo and Olivia share a sermon that Milo preached at Grace Chapel in November 2021. In the sermon, he emphasizes how waging the good warfare through love, a pure heart, good conscience, and sincere faith is critical to avoiding a shipwrecked life.

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Episode 55: Steward the Adventure (Part 2)

Milo and Olivia continue exploring what it means to steward the adventure God has for us. They consider Jesus’ invitation to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” as an incredible journey filled with surprises and meaningful companionship.

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Episode 54: Steward the Adventure (Part 1)

In this episode we will what it means to steward the adventure God has us on. In Matthew 6:33, Jesus tells us to “seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.” The Lord has a great adventure for each of us as we look to seek first His Kingdom each day.

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