Tony Portell

Christ follower, husband, father, pastor, chaplain, counselor, author. I serve as pastor of Vineyard Life Church - Indianapolis, www.vlindy.com. I also serve as Chaplain for Wayne Township Fire Department. My Best Selling book, No Longer Stuck, is available along with the Course and Workbook.

Artificial vs. Real Which Are You?

Artificial turf might look like grass, but it’s not. It’s easy, consistent, and maintenance-free. But here’s the twist: how many people’s faith mirrors this artificial simplicity? This video explores the profound difference between a surface-level faith and a life truly rooted in Christ. It challenges us to reflect on whether our spiritual lives are authentic

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Breaking Free from Digital Emotional Hijacking

A Path to Spiritual Connection Have you ever noticed how differently people react to disagreement today? A simple political post can end friendships. A religious comment can trigger heated arguments that last for days. Social justice debates leave people feeling attacked, defensive, and emotionally exhausted. What’s happening to us? I call this phenomenon being “emotivictive”

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Breaking Free from Digital Emotional Hijacking

A Path to Spiritual Connection Introduction: When Opinions Become Identity Have you ever noticed how differently people react to disagreement today? A simple political post can end friendships. A religious comment can trigger heated arguments that last for days. Social justice debates leave people feeling attacked, defensive, and emotionally exhausted. What’s happening to us? I

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Two New Resources

Tony has just released a powerful new resource that’s set to transform the way you approach mental health in your community. His leader’s guide to the bestseller “No Longer Stuck” is now available, designed specifically for pastors and group leaders. This guide aims to facilitate impactful discussions and series on mental health, making it perfect

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Emotivictive

Meet “emotivictive” – a word you won’t find in the dictionary but one that perfectly captures society’s emotional landscape today. Ever notice how discussions can quickly become personal and subjective? In our world, disagreement often leads to hurt feelings and a breakdown in communication. But what if there was a way to remain secure and

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