Ronnie McBrayer

Dreams That You Dream, Part 8

Being powerless in the face of injustice is one of the most common and infuriating experiences of being human. But what happens in those rare times when it is within one's power to take revenge? Ronnie explores how Joseph reacted in this exact circumstance in the eighth episode of his current series, "Dreams That You Dream."

Bonus Music: "I Want To Be Ready."

This is an original song of mine  that was recorded live recently. I can't take credit for all the lyrics, as they are based on a couple of old spirituals. But, it's one of my faves, so I hope you enjoy it (and thanks to Bobby Rains for capturing it). - RM
PS: That's Sarah Anne Davidson on acoustic guitar and background vocals and Nic Turner on lead guitar, with the rest of the Backsliders playing along. 

DreamsThat You Dream, Part 7

"What's in a name?" Sometimes everything. In this seventh installment of "Dreams That You Dream," Ronnie shows how the naming of Joseph's sons reflect his ability to close the door on the past, and with courage walk into the future.

Dreams That You Dream, Part 6

In his continued exploration of the life of Joseph, Ronnie McBrayer explores the tension of these two statements, both of them true: 1) You have almost no control over what happens to you; and 2) You are the only one who can take responsibility for your own life.
NOTE: Apologies for a rough spot in the audio about half-way through (technical gremlins). 

Dreams That You Dream, Part 5

"Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away," wrote Sir Paul McCartney. Far away? Yes, but rarely is the past forgotten. In this fifth installment of "Dreams That You Dream," Ronnie shows how Joseph begins to integrate past with his present and future.

Dreams That You Dream, Part 4

In Part 4 of Ronnie's series "Dreams That You Dream" on the life of Joseph, he takes on the "Best Worst Things" that can happen to us. Trouble has a way of creating new pathways, redirecting our lives in ways we could not have imagined. 

Dreams That You Dream, Part 3

In Part 3 of Ronnie's series on the life of Joseph, it is "Life in the Pits." Ronnie makes the point that “Life and God aren’t the same things, and should not be confused with each other." While God is good, just, and loving, there is no guarantee that life will be the same.

Dreams That You Dream - Part 2

So, you think your family is dysfunctional? Wait until you meet Joseph's!
 
In this second part of "Dreams That You Dream," Ronnie takes on the "Biblical Family," revealing that it's a model not always worth imitating.

Dreams That You Dream - Part 1

This is the Introduction to a series of talks on the life of Joseph. "Dreams That You Dream" is an exploration of faith, resilience, and writing the long story that is your life.

The Magnificent Defeat

Borrowing the title from Frederick Buechner's book, The Magnificent Defeat is the an examination of the wrestling match between God and the patriarch Jacob. It is an episode that shows the necessity of both struggle and surrender.