Taking Your Next Step In Following Jesus Christ

In this episode, Jesus provides a masterclass on how to pray effectively and meaningfully. We will discover the two essential truths about prayer: how not to pray like the hypocrites and how to engage in genuine, heartfelt communication with God. Jesus emphasizes the importance of avoiding empty repetitions and instead encourages us to approach prayer as an intimate conversation with our Creator.

Learn the significance of finding your "secret place" in prayer, a spiritual sanctuary where you can connect with God openly and sincerely. Jesus also provides a model prayer which in turn offers practical insights to enhance your prayer life and deepen your relationship with God. 

In today's episode, we explore a critical question: "Is it for show or for love?"

Jesus emphasizes the importance of our motives especially when it comes to our alms, prayer, and fasting. He warns against doing good deeds for outward recognition and urges us to act out of genuine love and compassion.

Through this episode, we learn that our actions should reflect our faith and be done with the right intentions. We are challenged to examine our own hearts to ensure that our good works are done for the right reasons, not for the applause of men but for the glory of God. Whether it's helping the poor, supporting charity, or serving our community, our motives should be pure and rooted in love for God and others.

We're continuing on this theme of Jesus reversing our thinking, really taking the teachings of His time and turning them upside down. Jesus dives into the root matters of three distinct topics: adultery, oaths, and retaliation, challenging the altered religious teachings of His day.

On adultery, Jesus emphasizes the true intent of marriage as a lifelong commitment, highlighting that even lustful thoughts equate to adultery in the heart. He speaks on the destructive nature of lust and urges us to maintain purity in our thoughts and actions.

Regarding oaths, Jesus teaches the importance of being a person of your word. Instead of swearing by various things, He advocates for simple honesty — let your 'yes' be 'yes' and your 'no' be 'no.'

On retaliation, Jesus challenges the old notion of 'an eye for an eye,' urging us not to retaliate but to show love and forgiveness. He explains the importance of leaving judgment to a third party, such as our judicial system, and ultimately to God.

Join us as we explore how Jesus challenges the conventional thinking of the religious leaders of His time, emphasizing the importance of genuine morality over mere outward appearances.

We examine Jesus' powerful statements, "You have heard, but I say unto you," and how He redefines the understanding of anger and its roots. Discover the three levels of anger Jesus equates to murder and learn why harboring anger is as destructive as the act itself. Understand the significance of addressing the heart's issues rather than just the outward behaviors.

Additionally, we discuss the crucial steps towards reconciliation, as outlined by Jesus, and the importance of resolving conflicts with others even before engaging in worship. Learn practical steps to reconcile with those who have wronged you or whom you have wronged, including when and how to set boundaries if reconciliation is not immediately possible.

The episode clarifies common confusions about the applicability of Old Testament commandments to New Testament believers and addresses whether Christians are still bound by these laws today.

We break down the law into moral, civil, and religious components, examining how Jesus' teachings and actions provide a new framework for understanding and living by these principles. Discover why love is central to Jesus' message and how it encapsulates the essence of the law.

Join us for a thought-provoking episode that highlights the freedom and responsibility we have in Christ, and learn how to apply these timeless truths to your daily life.

In this episode, we explore how every believer is called to full-time ministry, regardless of their vocation. Whether you are a teacher, doctor, banker, or police officer, your workplace and community are your mission fields. Learn how to intentionally influence others through your actions, attitudes, and the truth of God's word.

We also discuss the importance of not hiding our light, but instead, letting it shine brightly for all to see. By living out our faith and being unashamed of our beliefs, we can draw others to Christ and offer hope in a world often filled with hopelessness.

Join us as we encourage each other to shine brightly, support one another, and understand the incredible impact we can have when we live as children of light.

We'll explore what it means to be "salt" in the world, emphasizing the importance of influencing others positively through our character, behavior, and beliefs. We discuss how influence operates invisibly yet powerfully, manifesting through its effects on people and society.

Join us as we unpack how a single individual can impact many, drawing examples from history, including figures like Hitler, Prophet Muhammad, and Jesus Christ. We emphasize Jesus' command to his disciples—and by extension, to us—to be the salt of the earth, preserving and flavoring the world with the truths of Christianity.

This episode challenges us to step out of our comfort zones, engage with the world around us, and fulfill our God-given purpose. We discuss the consequences of not living up to this calling and how it can render us "good for nothing" in the eyes of God.

We examine Jesus' profound analogy of hungering and thirsting after righteousness, emphasizing the importance of internal transformation over external appearances. This episode challenges us to evaluate what we truly seek and crave in our lives and how our internal desires shape our behaviors.

We will gain insights into living a righteous life amidst a world full of temptations and sin. We discuss practical steps such as removing apathy, being intentional in our pursuit, and adopting the lifestyle of Jesus. By understanding and embracing these concepts, we can align our hearts with God's will and experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from seeking righteousness.

We begin our journey by examining the first two Beatitudes: "Blessed are the poor in spirit" and "Blessed are they that mourn." Learn what it means to possess genuine humility and how to develop a heart that mourns for sin—both personal and in the world around us. Understand the double promise attached to these Beatitudes and how they offer divine joy and inner satisfaction despite life's circumstances.

As we navigate through the teachings, we confront the issue of apathy, a common struggle in today's culture. Discover practical ways to keep your heart sensitive to sin and to see beyond the sin to the sinner, just as Jesus did. You will be challenged to engage with the world in meaningful ways and sharing the transformative power of the Gospel.

In this episode, we dive into the concept of salvation by exploring its past, present, and future tenses: justification, sanctification, and glorification. We will emphasizes the importance of not limiting salvation to a past event or a future hope but understanding its impact on our daily lives.

Join with us on this episode to discover how to fully embrace and live out the new life that comes with salvation, leaving behind the old and stepping into the new!

Salvation is so much more than a one-time event. It's not just a past transaction but a life giving, daily experience for the Christian. Salvation is a new life! Too often, we limit God's purpose for salvation in our daily lives when we think of it as only a past transaction or a future event.

On this episode, we will talk about how salvation transforms our everyday lives, helping us live victoriously and purposefully. 

Despite facing opposition and criticism, Nehemiah's actions demonstrate the importance of having backbone and standing firm in one's convictions.

As we examine Nehemiah's bold moves—such as confronting corrupt leaders, enforcing the Sabbath, and addressing intermarriage with foreign nations—we see a leader who is unafraid to draw lines in the sand and take decisive action. His example teaches us the necessity of confronting issues head-on and not letting fear or the desire to please others deter us from our principles.

Join us as we learn from Nehemiah's leadership, understanding the importance of standing strong, providing immediate remedies to problems, and ensuring accountability. This episode challenges us to be leaders who cannot be bought, bribed, or distracted, but who stand in our commitment to what is right.

In this episode, we learn how Nehemiah trained and guided his people, instilling faithfulness, the fear of God, teachability, and dependability in them. Furthermore, we unravel Nehemiah's ingenious approach in organizing worship, putting God and the Bible first, ensuring a clear understanding of God's word, and fostering an atmosphere of joy and celebration. This heart touching account of Nehemiah is bound to empower you in your faith journey, inspiring you to be not just a passive listener, but an active worshipper!

In this episode, we reflect on our own experiences of struggling to stay focused amidst a world of distractions. Whether it's our devices promising to make us more organized or the incessant demands of life, our attention is constantly pulled in many directions. We unpack how Nehemiah, a biblical leader, exemplified staying focused despite the presence of distractions.

Distractions, whether good or bad, have a knack of pushing us off track from our set goals. We scrutinize how Nehemiah resisted these distractions and stayed focused even in the face of criticism and intimidation from adversaries like Sanballat and Tobiah. Emulating Nehemiah, we emphasize the importance of discerning distractions, devoting time according to priorities and not letting our emotions control us while facing critics.

The key here is discernment, which comes from exposure to God's word and personal experience from different situations. Nehemiah’s unwavering focus despite distractions, criticism, or intimidation can serve as a testament to us as we pursue our respective goals.

In this episode, we trace Nehemiah's journey in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, we delve into the obstacles he faced, his reactions to opposition, and his effective leadership tactics. Despite facing severe criticism and attempt to hinder his plans, Nehemiah remains determined, focused and leads his people forward. We highlight that the true test of leadership often comes in the face of adversity and how leaders react to opposition could greatly influence the outcome of their work.

We further discuss the common forms of opposition leaders can face, both from within and without. We also acknowledge that dealing with criticism, obstacles, and opposition can be challenging, but it is crucial to remain focused, motivated, and encouraged.

At the end of the episode, we conclude with the importance of staying true to the callings and leadings of God, regardless of the opposition or criticism we face.