Shows
For Your JoyWorship in the Corporate GatheringEvery Sunday when you gather with the church, you sing. Why is that? And how can we make sure that this time of worship through song is productive?2023-03-0133 minFor Your JoyThe Expression of Worship in ScriptureThroughout God's word we see people respond to God's provision with unhindered praise, full of singing and heartfelt expression. What can we earn from these examples as we seek to worship God today?2023-02-2228 minFor Your JoyWhat is Worship?Lucius sits down with Gabe Love, the worship leader of Imago Christi Church, to begin a discussion on worship and why it plays a significant part of our church gatherings.2023-02-1526 minFor Your JoyWelcome to Year Two!After a couple of months off, Ben and Lucius reflect on all the ways God has been moving recently within New King Church and beyond. Also, they take some time to see what might be on the horizon in the For Your Joy Podcast.2023-02-0127 minFor Your JoyAn Invitation InsideAs we wrap up the discussion on friendship with Jesus, Ben talks through some practical shifts we can make to move towards greater friendship with Christ.2022-11-1624 minFor Your JoyAssessing Your MotivesAs Ben and Lucius continue to discuss the idea of friendship with Jesus, Ben asks an important question concerning our spiritual disciplines: what is your motivation?2022-11-0919 minFor Your JoyThe Vulnerability of FriendshipJesus Christ longs to know us, he is waiting at the door. To be his friend, we have to be willing to come to him in vulnerability.2022-10-2619 minFor Your JoyAn Invitation to FriendshipIn an amazing act of kindness, Jesus chooses to call us his friends. But what does that mean? And how do we accept this invitation to be Jesus's friend? Ben speaks about some of the ways the Lord has been calling him towards friendship.2022-10-1927 minFor Your JoyWaiting on the LordAs we continue to walk through the different ways that Saul and David related to the Lord, one of the greatest differences was how David waited and listened to God, rather than acting on his own accord.2022-09-2925 minFor Your JoyThe Pitfalls of InsecurityDuring his reign as King of Israel, Saul continued to live according to his insecurities, which led to major pitfalls. In this episode, Ben and Lucius discuss two of them: avoiding risk and pushing people away.2022-09-2127 minFor Your JoyWhen We Take Things Into Our Own HandsThroughout Saul's reign as Israel's King, it quickly became clear that he did not have a heart longing after God. Many times he would take matters into his own hands, instead of waiting on God.2022-09-1422 minFor Your JoyAn Insufficient Core IdentityBen and Lucius begin a new discussion around the Characters of Saul and David, and talk through the ways we can learn about our own insecurities and identities by studying how they seek and rely on the Lord.2022-09-0721 minFor Your JoyThe Faith of a Biblical LeaderContinuing in the story of Deborah in Judges 4, Ben and Lucius break down the necessity of faith-filled leaders. Those you lead will never rise above your level of Faith in God.2022-08-3122 minFor Your JoyThe Leadership of DeborahBen and Lucius take a look at the story of Deborah in Judges 4 to unpack some key principles of leadership. God uses Christian Community to help call us to the assignments he has prepared for us.2022-08-2428 minFor Your JoyHow to Discern a Calling from the LordIn this episode, Ben and Lucius have a conversation with Nathan Sing, who recently moved to Burlington with his wife to be a part of New King Church!2022-08-1728 minFor Your JoyA New Assignment From the LordAfter coming back from a few weeks off, Ben and Lucius reflect on what the Lord has been teaching them, centered on the idea that while God is continuously working, He invites us into the work He has prepared.2022-08-1030 minFor Your JoyIs Seminary Necessary? A Discussion on Forgiveness, Spiritual Disciplines, and the Glory of GodBen and Lucius take some time to look ahead at what's coming up both in this podcast, and the life of New King Church. Plus, Ben shares his story on why he feels God is calling him to Seminary!2022-07-2032 min
For Your JoySabbath and the Secret to SuccessAs Ben and Lucius wrap up their discussion on Burnout, they talk through one final step to seek to avoid Burnout: Sabbath. God gave us limits, limits that we can be thankful for! And one of the ways to live within these limits is to have a day of rest devoted to being rejuvenated by His presence and power.2022-07-1331 minFor Your JoyPractical Steps to Avoid BurnoutBen and Lucius shift gears, and talk through some personal steps they have each implemented to both avoid burnout, and to reset if they find themselves in a season of burnout.2022-07-0626 minFor Your JoyThe Burnout EpidemicIt seems today that burnout is happening more and more in the culture around us. Is there something unique about 21st century life that is leading to an epidemic of burnout? Ben and Lucius flesh this idea out in the third episode on the topic of Burnout.2022-06-2827 minFor Your JoyGod's Total RestorationBen and Lucius talk through some personal experience with burnout, and also turn to scripture to begin to understand the way that God might want to restore us when find ourselves in a season of burnout. 2022-06-2232 minFor Your JoyDefining BurnoutBen and Lucius begin a new discussion around the idea of Burnout. In this first episode, they seek to not only define burnout, but also point out some warning signs that would indicate if you are experiencing this yourself.2022-06-1423 minFor Your JoyResisting WorldlinessAs they wrap up the discussion on New King's plumb lines, Ben and Lucius reflect on the idea of how worldliness has a unique ability to creep into the church. Scripture, however, would argue that the best way to influence the world is to become less and less like it.2022-06-0132 minFor Your JoyWord and SpiritMany Christ followers seem to drift towards one of two camps: Word People or Spirit People. In this episode, Ben and Lucius talk through the reasons why we must unite these two ideas as we consider our personal Spiritual Leadership.2022-05-2534 minFor Your JoyWaiting for the Counsel of the LordAs Ben and Lucius continue to talk through New King's plumb lines, they reflect on a crucial aspect of Healthy Spiritual Leadership: waiting for God's counsel in every situation.2022-05-1929 minFor Your JoyIntentionality in Culture CreationIn this episode, Ben and Lucius are continuing the conversation around Spiritual Leadership. Did you know that you are a leader? God has given everyone an opportunity to influence the people around them, and as sons and daughters of the Kingdom, we need to use that influence to move people on to God's agenda.2022-05-0432 minFor Your JoyAssessing Your Spiritual LeadershipIn this episode, Ben and Lucius begin a new series on Spiritual Leadership. Did you know that you are a leader? God has given everyone an opportunity to influence the people around them, and as sons and daughters of the Kingdom, we need to use that influence to move people on to God's agenda.2022-04-2726 minFor Your JoyWhy Good Friday is GoodDuring Holy Week 2022, Ben and Lucius take time to think through the key doctrines surrounding the reason for the cross, and how understanding these doctrines help us reflect on Christ's sacrifice.2022-04-1343 minFor Your JoyProgressive Christianity, Family Habits, Discipleship, and a Brief Critique of ZoomBen and Lucius take some time to talk through what's coming up in the For Your Joy Podcast, and also reflect on the ways they see God moving and working within New King Church.
Links for the show notes:
https://www.alisachilders.com/podcast.html
https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Household-Practicing-Everyday-Rhythms/dp/03103629382022-04-0630 minFor Your JoyThe Purpose of EncouragementTo combat the evil of unbelief, Paul exhorts his readers to "encourage one another DAILY." Encouragement leads to life, and not just ordinary today, but eternal life found in the Risen Christ. Encouragement plays a critical role in the perseverance of the faith of each and every follower of Christ. How will you seek to encourage the Christians around you?2022-03-3022 minFor Your JoyThe Evil of UnbeliefIn Hebrews 3, Paul calls his readers to "watch out, that none of them have an evil, unbelieving heart." In this Episode, Ben and Lucius expand on the life and death implications of discouragement. When we forget what God has done, and don't believe He is able to move, we slowly but surely destroy our faith.2022-03-2326 minFor Your JoyFive Ways to Be An Encourager (Part 2)We have seen how important it is to encourage one another, but what are some practical ways we can be an effective encourager? In this episode, Ben and Lucius look at a story in 2 Chronicles 32 to pull out 5 different ways we can be a faithful encourager.2022-03-1629 minFor Your JoyFive Ways to Be An Encourager (Part 1)We have seen how important it is to encourage one another, but what are some practical ways we can be an effective encourager? In this episode, Ben and Lucius look at a story in 2 Chronicles 32 to pull out 5 different ways we can be a faithful encourager. 2022-03-0923 minFor Your JoyThe Contagious Nature of DiscouragementWhat story are you being told? What story are you being told from the news? What story are your coworkers and friends telling you? Do these stories consider the reality of an all-knowing, all-powerful, and good God? A faithless story about the world or about our circumstances can poison our faith. In this episode we learn practical tips on resisting these attacks on our faith.2022-03-0224 minFor Your JoyThe Battle in the Mind: Be Careful What You Think.Have you ever taken inventory of every thought you think? We will never win the battle to remain encouraged unless we become thoughtful about our thoughts.2022-02-2320 minFor Your JoyDefining the Battle: The Fight to Remain Encouraged.How important is it that we resist discouragement? Does it matter to God that we stay encouraged? Are we quick to recognize when our faith is weakening? In this episode we consider the Biblical foundations for fighting to remain encouraged.2022-02-1623 min
For Your JoyFor Your Joy Podcast TrailerIn a post-Christian culture, believers often feel weary, and beat down by the world around them. Join Lucius Guthrie and Ben Presten as they discuss the truths that have the power to restore your joy and spur you on in the faith regardless of the challenges you might face. A podcast of New King Church in Burlington, Vermont.2022-02-0906 min