Too busy for quiet time this morning? Spirit running on empty before your day even starts? This short daily podcast helps you reconnect with God without rearranging your whole schedule. Join Dr. Bart Leger each weekday morning for a few minutes of Scripture, real-life encouragement, and a simple way to apply God’s truth—right where you are. Perfect for your morning routine, commute, or any moment you can pause and breathe to help you reset your heart and refocus your day, no matter how full ...
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Struggling to support your peers after a tough call, or unsure how to even start a peer support team? You’re not alone. Surviving Your Shift is the podcast for first responders, healthcare workers, and frontline professionals who want to build effective peer support programs, learn peer counseling skills, and bring training to their organizations. I’m Dr. Bart Leger, a retired first responder and board-certified traumatic stress expert with 25+ years of experience training peer supporters. W ...
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The Chaplain Cafe Podcast with Chaplain Bart J. Leger
Chaplain Bart J. Leger: Life Coach, Writer and Blogger
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Are you ready to join a learning community of chaplains from around the world serving First Responders? Tune in as Chaplain Bart Leger provides insights, ideas and practical tips you can use today in your Chaplain ministry.
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Send me a text Are angels real, or just stories from long ago? In this episode, discover what the Bible teaches about angels and how God still uses His messengers and protectors to remind us we’re never alone. Do angels really exist? It’s a question people have asked for centuries, and the Bible gives us a clear answer: yes. Angels are God’s messen…
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Send me a text Worry can take over before you even realize it, but Jesus offers a better way. In this episode, discover how to release control and trust the God who promises to care for you, one day at a time. Do you ever find yourself replaying the same worries over and over in your mind? Maybe it’s your finances, your family, your job, or the fut…
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Send me a text When you’ve hit your limit, God hasn’t. In this episode, discover how His grace meets you in weakness, fills what’s empty, and overflows through your life to others. Ever feel like you’ve got nothing left to give, no energy, no patience, no strength? The good news is, God never asks you to run on empty. His grace is more than a momen…
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Send me a text Life wasn’t meant to be lived alone. In this episode, discover how God designed you for connection, and why real community can help you find strength, healing, and purpose again. Have you ever felt disconnected from people or even from God? It’s easy to drift into isolation, especially when life gets busy, painful, or disappointing. …
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Send me a text Comparison steals joy, but focus restores peace. In this episode, discover how to stop measuring yourself against others and start living the life God designed just for you. Do you ever catch yourself comparing your life to someone else’s? Maybe it’s a friend’s success, someone’s perfect family photo, or a coworker’s promotion. The t…
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Send me a text Real humility isn’t putting yourself down; it’s lifting others up. In this episode, discover how walking humbly with God brings freedom, joy, and grace to every relationship in your life. Have you ever wondered what humility really looks like? Some people think humility means downplaying your gifts or pretending you’re not good at so…
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Send me a text You’re not just loved by God, you’re delighted in. In this episode, discover how God’s joy over you changes the way you see yourself and live each day. Ever feel like God loves you because He has to, but not because He wants to? It’s easy to imagine Him tolerating us rather than rejoicing over us. But Scripture says something breatht…
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Send me a text Joy isn’t the same as happiness. Its strength that comes straight from God. In this episode, discover how to find lasting joy even when life feels heavy, through the story and song of Annie Johnson Flint. Ever had a day when joy feels out of reach? When your body’s tired, your heart’s worn out, and smiling feels like a chore? You’re …
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Send me a text When the world celebrates compromise, purity becomes a quiet act of courage. In this episode, discover how walking in the light can help you live with honesty, integrity, and fellowship with God, no matter how loud the noise gets. Ever feel like the world makes compromise look easier than conviction? We’re surrounded by noise, tempta…
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Send me a text When it feels like God’s promises are slow to show up, it’s easy to wonder if He’s still working. In this episode, discover how the faithful God keeps every word, even in the places and moments we least expect. Ever felt like God’s promises were taking too long? When life gets hard or the world looks dark, it can seem like His Word i…
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Send me a text When heaven feels quiet and prayers seem unanswered, it’s easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. In this episode, discover how faith deepens in the silence and why waiting doesn’t mean God is absent. Have you ever prayed and not seem to get results? When the answers don’t come, we start to wonder, Is God still listening? In today’s…
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Send me a text You are not what happened to you or what others called you. You are who God says you are. In this episode, discover how knowing your true identity in Christ unlocks your purpose and freedom. Ever felt like life labeled you “not enough”? Maybe someone’s words, or your own inner critic, have tried to define you. But when you belong to …
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Send me a text God’s provision isn’t always a paycheck. It’s the wisdom, strength, or opportunity you need right when you need it. In this episode, discover how to trust Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides, in every area of life. Ever prayed for God to provide and wondered if He was even listening? Sometimes His provision doesn’t come as a miracle…
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Keeping Your Peer Support Program Alive Long-Term
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Send me a text Most peer support programs start strong… then fade out. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to sustain your team, keep engagement high, and ensure your peer support program remains trusted and effective for the long haul. Most peer support teams start with good intentions, a few trained peers, a launch meeting, maybe even some earl…
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Send me a text When life hurts, it’s easy to feel like no one really understands. In this episode, discover the powerful truth that Jesus does, because He’s lived it. Ever feel like no one really gets what you’re going through? Whether it’s pain, exhaustion, or the weight of temptation, it can seem like you’re walking a road no one else has travele…
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Send me a text In a noisy world full of pressure and uncertainty, Jesus, your Shepherd, is steady and personal. In this episode, discover how to stay near His voice and trust His care. Ever feel like life is just too noisy, emails, headlines, pressures, and decisions all coming at once? Psalm 23 reminds us of a different reality: we have a Shepherd…
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Send me a text When you can’t sleep, God isn’t nodding off. In this episode, discover how Psalm 121 reminds us that the Lord never slumbers and always watches over you. Do you ever lie awake at night, feeling like no one sees or understands what you’re going through? The silence can feel overwhelming, but Scripture reminds us that God never slumber…
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Send me a text Hospitality isn’t about perfection; it’s about authenticity. In this episode, discover how opening your life, not just your home, can be the very thing God uses to change someone’s eternity. Do you ever hesitate to invite someone in because your house, or your life, doesn’t feel “ready”? We often think hospitality means a spotless ho…
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How to Promote Peer Support in a Skeptical Culture
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Send me a text Skeptical culture? Stigma? Silence? Learn how to promote peer support in a way your department will actually hear. Retired Sgt. Gabe Lira shares real solutions that work. How do you promote peer support without sounding like HR or a TED Talk? It’s one thing to build a peer support team. It’s another thing to get your department to tr…
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Send me a text Life is short, but eternity is long. In this episode, discover why living with eternal perspective changes how you spend your time, energy, and treasure. Do you ever feel like the daily grind eats up your best energy? It’s easy to pour ourselves into things that fade, success, recognition, or even comfort. But Scripture reminds us th…
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God’s Timing Is Perfect (Even When It Feels Late)
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Send me a text When God feels late, He’s not. His timing is always perfect, even when we can’t see it yet. In this episode, learn how to trust His delays and wait with hope. Do you ever feel like God is running behind schedule in your life? We pray for answers, hope for change, and when it doesn’t happen right away, doubt starts to creep in. But Ec…
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Send me a text Feeling stuck doesn’t mean God has stopped working. In this episode, discover how unseen growth, like seeds underground, can prepare you for God’s greater plans. Do you ever feel like your prayers aren’t getting through, or like your faith is just standing still? Seasons of silence can feel like wasted time, but Jesus says in Mark 4:…
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Send me a text Gentleness isn’t weakness; it’s Spirit-filled strength. In this episode, discover how choosing a gentle response can disarm fear, bring peace, and reflect the heart of Christ. Have you ever mistaken gentleness for weakness? In our culture, power often looks like volume, force, or control. But the Bible shows us a different way, gentl…
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Send me a text Waiting is hard, but God is at work even when you can’t see it. In this episode, discover how faith grows when you trust Him through seasons of silence. Do you ever feel like your prayers or efforts aren’t making a difference? We want results right away, but God often works slowly, behind the scenes. Scripture reminds us that waiting…
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Building Confidentiality and Trust in Peer Support
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Send me a text If your people don’t trust your peer support team, it won’t work. In this episode, you’ll learn how to protect confidentiality, build psychological safety, and create a culture where people know it’s safe to reach out. What good is a peer support team if no one feels safe enough to use it? Confidentiality isn’t just a policy, it’s th…
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Send me a text Worry fades when we remember God’s daily care. In this episode, learn how trusting Him for today brings peace and freedom from tomorrow’s fears. Do you ever find yourself anxious about tomorrow’s needs? Jesus points us to the birds as living reminders of His faithfulness. They don’t plan or store away, yet they are fed by the Father.…
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Send me a text You don’t need to see the whole plan. God’s Word gives enough light for your next step. In this episode, discover how faith grows when you trust Him one step at a time. Do you ever feel stuck because you don’t know the whole plan? We want a map, but God gives us a lamp. Scripture reminds us that His Word lights our path just enough f…
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Send me a text When negative thoughts whisper “you’re not enough,” what do you do? In this episode, discover how to capture toxic thoughts and replace them with the truth of God’s Word. What do you do when your own thoughts turn against you? For some, it’s the whisper of failure. For others, it’s the heavy voice of shame or insecurity. Left uncheck…
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Send me a text You weren’t meant to walk the Christian life alone. In this episode, discover why spiritual growth happens best in community, and how God uses His people to encourage and strengthen us. Do you ever feel like you’re doing faith on your own? It’s easy to slip into isolation, but God designed us to grow stronger together. The Bible remi…
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Send me a text The Bible isn’t just old words; it’s alive and active. In this episode, discover how God’s Word still speaks with power to transform hearts today. Do you ever wonder if the Bible still matters in our modern world? With so many voices clamoring for attention, it’s easy to treat Scripture as outdated or optional. But Hebrews reminds us…
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Send me a text You don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Just train it right. In this episode, I’ll show you exactly what kind of training your peer support team needs to be equipped and ready when it matters most. Does your peer support team actually have the training they need, or are they just winging it? Caring isn’t enough. Without the right train…
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Send me a text Before reacting in fear or worry, what if you prayed first? In this episode, discover how prayer invites God’s peace before you take your next step. What’s your first move when worry shows up? Most of us rush to react; we start planning and rush to fix whatever goes awry in our lives. But Scripture invites us to flip the order: pray …
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Send me a text When your soul feels dry, Jesus offers living water that never runs out. In this episode, discover how Bear Grylls’ story points us back to the only Source that truly satisfies. Do you ever feel spiritually empty? We all hit seasons where our hearts feel dry. We become restless and unsatisfied. Success, busyness, and even good things…
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Send me a text Every season of your life has a purpose. In this episode, discover how Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s decision to step into his moment reminds us to be present to what God is doing right now. Do you ever catch yourself wishing for a different season? It’s easy to put off obedience. We often wait for things to calm down or line up perfectly. B…
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Send me a text What you treasure most reveals where your heart is headed. In this episode, discover how Jim Elliot’s life points us to Christ as the treasure worth giving everything for. What do you treasure most? Jesus said our hearts always follow what we value. For some, it’s money or recognition. For others, it’s comfort or control. But Scriptu…
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Send me a text Criticism doesn’t have to crush you. It can grow you. In this episode, learn how humility and open ears turn correction into wisdom and strength. How do you usually handle criticism? Most of us get defensive, shut down, or try to prove ourselves. But Proverbs says listening to constructive criticism is a mark of wisdom, and God often…
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What Peer Supporters Actually Do (And Don’t Do)
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Send me a text Confused about what a peer supporter is actually supposed to do? This episode breaks down the real role of peer support and what not to do, to keep the team trusted, safe, and effective. What’s the real role of a peer supporter, and where’s the line between helping and overreaching? Too many programs launch without clearly defining t…
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Send me a text Contentment doesn’t come from perfect circumstances; it’s learned by trusting God in every situation. In this episode, discover how gratitude can transform even life’s hardest places. Do you find yourself waiting for life to get better before you can feel content? The truth is, peace and gratitude don’t come from what you have or don…
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Send me a text The first minutes of your morning shape your whole day. In this episode, learn how a simple morning rhythm of prayer and Scripture can bring God’s peace before the noise rushes in. How do you usually start your day? If you’re like most people, the alarm goes off and your mind fills instantly with tasks, worries, and distractions. But…
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Send me a text Parenting is less about control and more about faith. In this episode, discover how one mom’s trust in God shaped her son’s future, and how you can parent with faith, not fear. Do you ever feel overwhelmed as a parent? The truth is, none of us has all the resources or wisdom we wish we had. But God calls us to faithfulness in the lit…
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Send me a text God isn’t asking you to be flashy; He’s asking you to be faithful. In this episode, discover how showing up in the little things builds trust, character, and a life that honors Him. Do you ever feel like your everyday efforts don’t matter? We live in a world that celebrates big results and headline wins, but God celebrates faithfulne…
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What If You’re the Answer to Someone’s Prayer?
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Send me a text Sometimes the miracle someone is praying for looks a lot like you. In this episode, discover how God uses ordinary people to meet needs and how you can step into His plan today. What if God wants to use you to answer someone else’s prayer? We often think of miracles as dramatic, but Scripture reminds us that God delights to work thro…
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Choosing the Right People for Peer Support
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Send me a text Not everyone is wired for peer support—and choosing the wrong people can do more harm than good. In this episode, I’ll show you how to choose the right team members your people can actually trust. How do you know if someone’s the right fit for your peer support team? Let’s be honest—just because someone wants to be on the team doesn’…
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Send me a text Your worth isn’t tied to performance, success, or failure—it’s anchored in Christ. In this episode, discover the unshakable identity God gives His children and how it frees you from striving. What defines you? For many of us, the answer feels tied to performance—our job, our achievements, or even the roles we carry. But Scripture say…
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Send me a text Listening first is an act of love—and it opens the door for peace, trust, and understanding. Do you ever feel like no one is really listening anymore? In a noisy world where everyone talks past each other, the Bible gives us a simple but powerful command: “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry” (James 1:19). In thi…
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Send me a text Worship isn’t just about singing on Sunday—it’s about how we live every day. In this episode, discover how even ordinary tasks can become an offering to God when we give our whole selves to Him. Do you think of worship only as singing on Sunday? The Bible paints a bigger picture. True worship is giving your whole life—your work, your…
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Send me a text On this Labor Day, remember this: no work done for the Lord is ever wasted. Discover why even hidden acts of faithfulness carry eternal value and how your labor can glorify God. Ever feel like your work doesn’t matter? Maybe your daily routine feels unnoticed, repetitive, or unimportant. But Scripture tells us otherwise: God sees, an…
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Send me a text Sometimes the quietest acts of service are the ones heaven applauds the loudest. In this episode, discover why God sees every hidden act of faithfulness, and how serving quietly reshapes your heart for eternity. Maybe you stayed late to help a coworker, cooked a meal for a neighbor, or prayed for someone in secret. No spotlight. No a…
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Send me a text A child’s smile can be more than just a sweet moment—it can be a reminder that God is near. Today we’ll see how even life’s smallest joys point us back to the Giver of every good and perfect gift. Have you ever stopped to wonder if that small moment of joy was more than just coincidence? Sometimes God’s goodness shows up in the quiet…
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