Restoring the Soul

Restoring the Soul You know how some people go to counseling or marriage therapy and never really get anywhere? When yo

12/11/2025

In this episode, Michael welcomes back Bette Dickinson to dig into the wisdom behind her new book, "The Art of Vine Making: Spiritual Flourishing in a Productivity Driven Culture." Together, they explore the rich metaphor of the vine and branches from John 15—not just as a theological concept, but as an intentional, relational process that mirrors the art of winemaking.

Bette Dickinson shares the story of her friendship with a real-life vine dresser, drawing deep parallels between tending vineyards and the journey of spiritual formation. Listeners will discover how God’s nurturing presence and attentive love invite us away from the relentless urge to be productive and towards true flourishing—where quality, process, rest, and relational attunement matter more than mere quantity or output.

Through personal stories, practical contrasts between productivity and flourishing, and profound insights into seasons of dormancy and growth, this episode offers a compassionate, hope-filled vision for anyone longing to abide more deeply in God’s love.

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From all of us at Restoring the Soul, thank you for being a part of this sacred work. May this season be filled with pea...
12/02/2025

From all of us at Restoring the Soul, thank you for being a part of this sacred work. May this season be filled with peace, joy, and the presence of the One who restores!

11/10/2025

Today, Michael sits down with Dr. Camden Morgante, licensed clinical psychologist and author of "Recovering from Purity Culture." Together, they dive into the real impact of purity culture within evangelical communities, exploring the myths and messages that have shaped so many lives, often with shame and fear at the center.

Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, Camden unpacks the psychological and spiritual wounds purity culture can leave behind and offers a thoughtful path toward healing, reconciling mind, body, heart, and soul. The conversation doesn’t stop at identifying problems; it reaches for hope and reconstruction, offering practical tools for embracing a healthier, grace-filled s*x ethic—and even guidance for raising the next generation with greater wisdom and compassion.

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11/06/2025

In this week's podcast, Michael John Cusick is joined by author, speaker, and men's group leader Drew Boa to discuss Drew’s groundbreaking new book, "Outgrow P**n: Find Lasting Freedom Without Fighting an Exhausting Battle."

This conversation dives deep into breaking free from po*******hy—not through more willpower or "white-knuckling," but by truly healing and growing emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Drew shares how his approach helps men connect with their inner child, understand their s*xual fantasies, and use practical tools (14 of them, to be exact) to experience genuine freedom. They also discuss the impact of betrayal and s*xual addiction on wives and partners, highlighting the importance of support and compassion for everyone affected.

Together, Michael and Drew challenge the traditional “battle” rhetoric around po*******hy recovery and invite listeners into a paradigm-shifting journey—one where lasting change is possible and shame doesn't get the final word.

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10/16/2025

In this week’s conversation, Michael is joined by returning guest and renowned author John Eldredge, known to many as the author behind the bestselling book Wild at Heart. This time, John dives deep into the message of his latest book, Experience Jesus. Really. Together, Michael and John unravel the life-changing invitation to authentic, everyday communion with Jesus—beyond religious formulas, beyond inspiration, and into truly experiencing God’s presence in a way that’s both simple and profoundly transformative.

They discuss why many believers feel let down by empty promises of intimacy with God, how technology and today’s relentless pace are wounding the human soul, and why, now more than ever, we need ancient practices of deep attachment and interiority. John shares his heart for spiritual restoration—rooted in Isaiah 61 and a Gospel that offers not just rescue, but soul-deep wholeness and restoration for both men and women. The episode also explores the misunderstood beauty of Christian mysticism, the importance of “benevolent detachment,” and practical tools like the Pause app, which John’s team created to guide people into genuine encounters with Jesus—accessible to everyone, everywhere.

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10/02/2025

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Memory of time spent with special friends at The Apprentice Gathering 2025 last week! (From left to right: Michael Cusic...
10/02/2025

Memory of time spent with special friends at The Apprentice Gathering 2025 last week! (From left to right: Michael Cusick, Alison Cook, Aundi Kolber, Ian Cron, and Curt Thompson)

09/05/2025

Where do we turn when trauma leaves us feeling lost, ashamed, and exhausted? Brent talks with Michael John Cusick the author of a new book from IVP called ‘Sacred Attachment: Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love’. Michael John Cusick is the CEO and founder of Restoring the S...

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08/05/2025

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07/02/2025

In today’s episode, Michael welcomes friend and fellow leader Robby Angle for an engaging conversation about Robby’s new book, The Path: What if the Way of Jesus is Different Than You Thought?—a collaborative work designed to help the next generation rediscover grace, true identity, and the heart of discipleship.

Together, Michael and Robby dive into how our cultural assumptions about Jesus and our spiritual journey might be missing the mark. The discussion explores why so many of us, especially young adults, get stuck striving for God’s approval or sliding into spiritual passivity, and how learning to trust and receive God’s love changes everything. They reflect on the importance of authentic community, the dangers of approaching spiritual disciplines as a “how-to-get-better” manual, and how a shift from outside-in to inside-out spiritual growth can lead to real transformation.

As they unpack themes from Robby’s book and his work with Trueface, you’ll also hear their thoughts on the deeper mystery of encountering God, why relationships are foundational for lasting change, and how churches can cultivate environments that foster true discipleship.

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