In this episode, Bishop Randy Dean explores the notion that love is more than just a warm, fuzzy feeling; it requires effort and ongoing growth, much like the experience of lifting weights. He discusses how we can apply love in our daily lives, emphasizing the importance of avoiding ego-driven behaviors that focus on being right instead of fostering genuine connections with those around us. It's a thought-provoking conversation that encourages us to rethink how we engage with others. Dean references biblical commandments about love and encourages listeners to actively practice love through daily affirmations, such as reciting 'Love's Creed,' listening with intention, responding constructively to criticism, expressing affection to loved ones, managing stress through mindful breathing, and committing to daily acts of kindness.

In this episode, I delve into what it means to live a life free from BS and centered on love. I unpack the idea of ontological repair—restoring the very core of who we are—and how love serves as the filter that shapes everything. Think of your inner life like a kitchen: what’s inside will come out under pressure. I also share how tools like Love's Creed and the Lord’s Prayer can ground us spiritually and personally. Finally, I challenge the divisive labels and political obsessions of our time, calling both individuals and the church to a deeper, more honest engagement with love and awareness.

In this episode, you're invited to explore what it means to live a life rooted in love. You'll learn to move beyond negativity and labels, encouraging a profound reflection on your identity as a loving being. Through the recitation of Love’s Creed and a discussion of the Lord’s Prayer, you’ll discover tools to stay spiritually grounded, find strength in daily challenges, and reconnect with the essence of love that transcends occupation, background, or beliefs.

You’ll also be guided to practice love in tangible ways—whether through mindful breathing, eye contact, or simply saying “I love you.” The episode emphasizes love not as a fleeting feeling but as a powerful, enduring commitment that requires boundaries, resilience, and intention. You’re called to be alive for love and unavailable for anything less, stepping into the present moment with kindness, compassion, and the courage to love universally, just as Mother Teresa did.