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As Bold As Lions PodcastWhat does it mean to have a WILD FAITH?Send us a textWhenever we put the word "wild" in front of something, we can have a certain impression because of what we perceive wild to mean. In this episode, consider a definition of wild which means "passionately eager or enthusiastic, going beyond normal or conventional bonds, and deviating from the intended or expected course." When considering all of these meanings and then applying it to our faith, we can see how God would use us in ways that take us from living in the status quo or just as a cookie-cutter Christian. In this episode, we...2025-01-2043 min
As Bold As Lions PodcastLo, How A Rose E'er Blooming (Hymns That I Love - Christmas Edition)Send us a textThis episode is a "Christmas Edition" episode that is part of the Hymns That I Love series and also accompanies the Songs Of The Season series (from 2021). Join me as we again dive into the background, context, and timeless truths of a beloved hymn. LO, HOW A ROSE E'ER BLOOMING (HYMNS THAT I LOVE)Watch Derek's recording here: https://youtu.be/6HVbnazk_Ek Lo, How A Rose E'er BloomingAuthor unknown (German origins), translated by Theodore Baker with harmonization melody by Michael Praet...2024-12-1637 min
As Bold As Lions PodcastFear Of The Lord Leads To Faith In The LordSend us a textWhen examine the familiar story of David and Goliath, we see in David a man who is motivated in faith by the fear of his God. David could not have taken the steps of obedience that he took had he not lived in a fearful surrender. The armies of Israel were bound in fear; David stepped forward when no one else did. He also knows God has delivered him from big foes before (lions and bears) and the giant Goliath would be no different. Lastly, he gives all credit to the Lord. The victo...2024-11-1846 min
As Bold As Lions PodcastPraying For AmericaSend us a textIf My people who are called by My name humble themselves, and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14Today's podcast episode is a bit of a departure from other episodes in that its focus is primarily on prayer. There are 4 major areas of focus:1. Prayer of repentance over this land2. Prayer for God to bring the right persons into power (president, governors, senators, reps, state and lo...2024-10-2139 min
As Bold As Lions PodcastThe God Whose Ways And Thoughts Are HigherSend us a textSeek the Lord while He may be found; call upon Him while He is near;let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, that He may have compassion on him, and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways, declares the Lord.For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than yo...2024-09-0236 min
As Bold As Lions PodcastThe Persecuted Church (Stuff That’s Been On My Mind)Send us a textIndeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Timothy 3:12 Rebooting a series that was started in May, we look again at another topic that has been on Derek's mind lately. The discussion of persecution -- especially in the Western Church -- has been a growing concern. Whether or not we consider American believers as "persecuted," we do see signs of growing hostility and harassment towards those who bear the Gospel. This episode is an honest look at this topic and how we handle it movi...2024-08-0547 min