John Reilly of the band Reilly has been a full-time musician for the past four years. You'll learn about the goals of their musical pursuit, seeking to write songs about God’s promises and what it means to be a child of God, all while encouraging believers in the process.
Later in the podcast, Jason interviews John McMunn, whose 16-year-old son, CJ, has been transformed by the ministry of Worldview Warriors. Our programming has greatly contributed to his growing faith in Jesus Christ, as he has now become a leader of an FCA group that has expanded from 15 to 150 members in the past year. Be encouraged by the fruit of this ministry as you listen today.
Today, Jason is interviewing Chris McCane of Becoming the Archetype as he discusses the mission field he serves in as part of the band. Playing a lot of shows in bars & secular scenes has provided them with a considerable amount of opportunities to share Christ with a variety of different people, many of whom do not profess Christ. You'll also hear how the band's choice of serving in a predominantly secular atmosphere comes with its fair share of temptations and trials. Above all else, find out what means the most to the band as you listen today.
“God’s not in love with a future version of you. He’s in love with the current version of you.”
– Josh Kirk
In this series, Erica Widseth, an intern at Youth for Christ, talks about the difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Jesus personally. She talks about her decision to commit to a relationship with Jesus at the age of 16 and how it involves “laying down your life daily.” Erica shares some wisdom about how God wants you to focus on His love and not your imperfections, how God cares more about your motives than what you do, and how surrounding yourself with like-minded people is important to your walk with Christ.
If you happened to miss our "God's Got Your Back" series with Erica's dad, Todd, you can check it out here:
Part 1, Part 2
In this series, Erica Widseth, an intern at Youth for Christ, talks about the difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Jesus personally. She talks about her decision to commit to a relationship with Jesus at the age of 16 and how it involves “laying down your life daily.” Erica shares some wisdom about how God wants you to focus on His love and not your imperfections, how God cares more about your motives than what you do, and how surrounding yourself with like-minded people is important to your walk with Christ.
If you happened to miss our "God's Got Your Back" series with Erica's dad, Todd, you can check it out here:
Part 1, Part 2
“It was through the prayer of many saints that I came to Christ.” - Lizzy Alexandr
If you enjoy this 4-part series, check out our other two podcasts with Lizzy:
“Man vs. God” & “Death to Life.”
“It was through the prayer of many saints that I came to Christ.” - Lizzy Alexandr
If you enjoy this 4-part series, check out our other two podcasts with Lizzy:
“Man vs. God” & “Death to Life.”
“It was through the prayer of many saints that I came to Christ.” - Lizzy Alexandr
If you enjoy this 4-part series, check out our other two podcasts with Lizzy:
“Man vs. God” & “Death to Life.”
“It was through the prayer of many saints that I came to Christ.” - Lizzy Alexandr
If you enjoy this 4-part series, check out our other two podcasts with Lizzy:
“Man vs. God” & “Death to Life.”
"God's going to work in spite of you or through you, and you choose which one it's going to be." - Jon Lewis
"God's going to work in spite of you or through you, and you choose which one it's going to be." - Jon Lewis
“But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.”
- Hebrews 10:39
“But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.”
- Hebrews 10:39
Joe Kissack, author of The Fourth Fisherman, discusses how growing up in a performance-based environment conditions people to believe their value is based on their performance. Driven by a strong work ethic, Joe became very successful. He was an executive vice president who drove a sports car and lived in a big house with a nice family. However, material success did not bring satisfaction and Joe was very discontent with his life. Joe couldn’t understand why he wasn’t satisfied when he had “everything.” To cope with his deep emptiness he abused alcohol and eventually reached a point of wanting to take his life.
The night before checking himself into a mental hospital, a friend talked to him about Jesus. Joe accepted Christ as his Lord and savior. He discovered a new sense of peace and joy. The indwelling of the Holy Spirit moves people away from darkness and toward light. If you are struggling with life issues, marital issues, financial issues, or any difficult moment in your life, this is a message of encouragement you need to hear. Circumstances change but God never changes. Purchase Joe's book "The Fourth Fisherman" >>
Joe Kissack, author of The Fourth Fisherman, discusses how growing up in a performance-based environment conditions people to believe their value is based on their performance. Driven by a strong work ethic, Joe became very successful. He was an executive vice president who drove a sports car and lived in a big house with a nice family. However, material success did not bring satisfaction and Joe was very discontent with his life. Joe couldn’t understand why he wasn’t satisfied when he had “everything.” To cope with his deep emptiness he abused alcohol and eventually reached a point of wanting to take his life.
The night before checking himself into a mental hospital, a friend talked to him about Jesus. Joe accepted Christ as his Lord and savior. He discovered a new sense of peace and joy. The indwelling of the Holy Spirit moves people away from darkness and toward light. If you are struggling with life issues, marital issues, financial issues, or any difficult moment in your life, this is a message of encouragement you need to hear. Circumstances change but God never changes. Purchase Joe's book "The Fourth Fisherman" >>
"I felt free for the first time in my life." - Nonie Darwish
About the book:
The recent powerful wave of Middle East uprisings has fueled both hope and trepidation in the region and around the world as the ultimate fate—and fallout—of the Arab Spring continue to hang in the balance. Born and raised as a Muslim in Egypt and now living in the United States, Nonie Darwish brings an informed perspective to this carefully considered assessment of the potential outcome of the revolutions in the Middle East. This thought-provoking book will add to the ongoing debate on what the future holds for the people and the politics of the region and on the ultimate compatibility of freedom and democracy in the Muslim world.
More information about Nonie:
Former Muslims United - educating the American public & policymakers about the need for Muslims to repudiate the threat from authoritative Shariah to the religious freedom & safety of former Muslims
Arabs for Israel - Arabs & Muslims who support the state of Israel & the cause of peace in the Middle East. Purchase Nonie's book "The Devil We Don't Know" >>
"I felt free for the first time in my life." - Nonie Darwish
About the book:
The recent powerful wave of Middle East uprisings has fueled both hope and trepidation in the region and around the world as the ultimate fate—and fallout—of the Arab Spring continue to hang in the balance. Born and raised as a Muslim in Egypt and now living in the United States, Nonie Darwish brings an informed perspective to this carefully considered assessment of the potential outcome of the revolutions in the Middle East. This thought-provoking book will add to the ongoing debate on what the future holds for the people and the politics of the region and on the ultimate compatibility of freedom and democracy in the Muslim world.
More information about Nonie:
Former Muslims United - educating the American public & policymakers about the need for Muslims to repudiate the threat from authoritative Shariah to the religious freedom & safety of former Muslims
Arabs for Israel - Arabs & Muslims who support the state of Israel & the cause of peace in the Middle East. Purchase Nonie's book "The Devil We Don't Know" >>
Later in this series, they discuss his latest book, "Letters From a Martyred Christian," written from the perspective of Roman citizen Aulus Aurelius who, along with his family, was murdered for his faith in the year 67 and now observes Earth from Heaven, writing letters to the modern church. Be encouraged to boldly live out your faith as you listen this week.
"When you're passionate about God and passionate about others, complacency is just not on the table anymore."
- H.L. Hussmann
Purchase H.L.'s book "Letters From a Martyred Christian" >>
Later in this series, they discuss his latest book, "Letters From a Martyred Christian," written from the perspective of Roman citizen Aulus Aurelius who, along with his family, was murdered for his faith in the year 67 and now observes Earth from Heaven, writing letters to the modern church. Be encouraged to boldly live out your faith as you listen this week.
"When you're passionate about God and passionate about others, complacency is just not on the table anymore."
- H.L. Hussmann
Purchase H.L.'s book "Letters From a Martyred Christian" >>
Later in the podcast, Jeremy talks about The Hunger Strike, a ministry founded by the band and an official partner of Christian relief and development organization, Food for the Hungry. The Hunger Strike exists to bring the love of Jesus Christ to those living in domestic and international poverty through advocacy, community development, short and long-term missionary support, youth programs, pastoral training, evangelism, and disaster relief. Be encouraged by Jeremy's passion to not only use our voices to worship God, but also our hands & feet.
"I was struggling with the fact that I had to go back on tour and I had to "lead worship" and I didn't see how we were really worshipping God if we were just singing about how great He was, but weren't actually responding to the needs that He asked us to respond to."
- Jeremy Willet
Purchase Phil's book "Pilgrimage to Pentecost" >>
Purchase Phil's book "Pilgrimage to Pentecost" >>
"The heart that is behind what we do - Jesus - is so present in this new music."
- Andrew Schwab
You can find Andrew online at andrewschwab.com.
Purchase "Wait for the Siren" by Project 86 >>
Check out the videos below:
Watch their "Not Ready to Run" music video
Watch Dave's vocal warm-up with his dog, Siku
"By far, this was one of the best nights & best experiences we've had with a speaker coming in." - George Sweatt, Family Life
Click here for Jason's interview with Katie Bernier, also from Family Life, earlier this month..
Purchase Steve's book "The Math of Christ" >>
Purchase Steve's book "The Math of Christ" >>
- What do you really need to live on?
- What is it that you really need for today & tomorrow?
- How do you plan your future?
- Am I going to have enough money for retirement?
You'll also learn about the necessity of living by a budget, determining what you really need, as well as your risk tolerance. If you'd like to contact Phil regarding any of these areas, go ahead & give him a call at 203-604-6692. Be encouraged by the practical tips for financial success that Phil shares this week.
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
- Matthew 6:21
- What do you really need to live on?
- What is it that you really need for today & tomorrow?
- How do you plan your future?
- Am I going to have enough money for retirement?
You'll also learn about the necessity of living by a budget, determining what you really need, as well as your risk tolerance. If you'd like to contact Phil regarding any of these areas, go ahead & give him a call at 203-604-6692. Be encouraged by the practical tips for financial success that Phil shares this week.
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
- Matthew 6:21
Purchase Christopher's book "American to the Backbone" >>
Purchase Christopher's book "American to the Backbone" >>
Many things limit us from experiencing the fullness of God and all the blessings He has for us. Find out what traps us in these limitations and what will set us free to fulfill our God–given purposes. Be encouraged wherever you are in your life as you listen today.
"We become imprisoned by the attitudes of our minds and by negative circumstances, such as depression, past failures, feelings of unworthiness, "religious" thinking, debt, discontent, sickness, and the attacks of Satan."
Many things limit us from experiencing the fullness of God and all the blessings He has for us. Find out what traps us in these limitations and what will set us free to fulfill our God–given purposes. Be encouraged wherever you are in your life as you listen today.
"We become imprisoned by the attitudes of our minds and by negative circumstances, such as depression, past failures, feelings of unworthiness, "religious" thinking, debt, discontent, sickness, and the attacks of Satan."
Many things limit us from experiencing the fullness of God and all the blessings He has for us. Find out what traps us in these limitations and what will set us free to fulfill our God–given purposes. Be encouraged wherever you are in your life as you listen today.
"We become imprisoned by the attitudes of our minds and by negative circumstances, such as depression, past failures, feelings of unworthiness, "religious" thinking, debt, discontent, sickness, and the attacks of Satan."
In this series, Jason interviews James Lansberry, CEO of Samaritan Ministries. This week, you'll hear about the Morning Center Christian Maternity Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
The Morning Center was founded in 2011 to provide free full-service pre-natal and maternity care to women in urban and under-served areas. Be encouraged by their commitment to Christ-centered, Gospel-minded healthcare, specifically in Memphis & Charlotte. If you're interested in becoming a medical missionary, check them out online at morningcenter.org.
"Charity is not optional. Jesus Christ has called us to serve the poor because that's where we give a best picture of the Gospel."
- James Lansberry, The Morning Center
In this series, Jason interviews James Lansberry, CEO of Samaritan Ministries. This week, you'll hear about the Morning Center Christian Maternity Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
The Morning Center was founded in 2011 to provide free full-service pre-natal and maternity care to women in urban and under-served areas. Be encouraged by their commitment to Christ-centered, Gospel-minded healthcare, specifically in Memphis & Charlotte. If you're interested in becoming a medical missionary, check them out online at morningcenter.org.
"Charity is not optional. Jesus Christ has called us to serve the poor because that's where we give a best picture of the Gospel."
- James Lansberry, The Morning Center
However, a life-changing crisis caused him to question the worldview he had spent his entire life pursuing. Through the kindness of strangers, his heart was changed, and he came to know the unconditional love of God.
Click here to check out the rest of the series.
Purchase Kamal's book "The Blood of Lambs" >>
However, a life-changing crisis caused him to question the worldview he had spent his entire life pursuing. Through the kindness of strangers, his heart was changed, and he came to know the unconditional love of God.
Click here to check out the rest of the series.
Purchase Kamal's book "The Blood of Lambs" >>
Here's the questions Jason & Steve tackle:
• Is evolution a theory or fact?
• Don't you have to be an atheist to accept evolution?
• Do you think evolution is responsible for anything useful?
• Hasn't evolution contributed to genetic engineering?
• Is natural selection equal to evolution?
• If evolution is true, then why are there so many gaps in the fossil record?
• No one has ever observed evolution happening, so how do you know it's true?
If you're interested in the video podcasts or just looking for more related content, continue the discussion on our YouTube channel.
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
- John 14:6
Here's the questions Jason & Steve tackle:
• Is evolution a theory or fact?
• Don't you have to be an atheist to accept evolution?
• Do you think evolution is responsible for anything useful?
• Hasn't evolution contributed to genetic engineering?
• Is natural selection equal to evolution?
• If evolution is true, then why are there so many gaps in the fossil record?
• No one has ever observed evolution happening, so how do you know it's true?
If you're interested in the video podcasts or just looking for more related content, continue the discussion on our YouTube channel.
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
- John 14:6