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Reflect on ThisAn Opportunity to ChooseSeason 2 Episode 33 - Why does God tell us in James 1:2 to "consider it all joy... when we encounter various trials?" That seems counter-intuitive. My first reaction to challenges in life is not usually joy. I once asked God to help me understand this verse better. What did He show me? Listen to this episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life, in practical and fulfilling ways. ...2025-08-1107 minReflect on ThisListening Attentively to Others (Part 2)Season 2 Episode 32 - What does the Bible say will be the results of listening attentively to others? In the previous episode, I shared my ah-ha moment of discovering my total lack of attentive listening, and how I began the process of learning. I then shared 3 results of attentive listening, based on the Scriptures. In this episode, we look at 3 more results. Listen (no pun intended) and find out what they are!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, thro...2025-08-0407 minReflect on ThisListening Attentively to OthersSeason 2 Episode 31 - In this episode, I share a very personal illustration of what can happen when you do not follow the biblical principles of listening attentively to others. I found 6 such principles in the Scriptures. What are they? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life, in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it...2025-07-2807 minReflect on ThisThe Trap of IntegritySeason 2 Episode 30 - Have you ever heard the phrase "the trap of integrity?" It is when your attention turns to maintaining personal righteousness. But isn't that what followers of Jesus are supposed to do? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life, in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, and subscribe/follow it, beca...2025-07-2106 minReflect on ThisGenuine LoveSeason 2 Episode 29 - We have often heard the verses from the Bible that state that God is love. But what does that really mean? What is genuine love? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life, in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, and subscribe/follow it, because it helps others to find the...2025-07-1407 minReflect on ThisNature Speaks of the Glories of GodSeason 2 Episode 28 -- Nature is an important way that God communicates to us. In fact, the Bible is full of verses that amplify this truth. This is made very clear in a new book, "The Language of Rivers and Stars," that I read recently. What are the main ideas from this book? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If...2025-07-0707 minReflect on ThisMy Riding MowerSeason 2 Episode 27 - What spiritual lessons can a person learn from the breakdown of a cherished, decades-old riding mower? Listen and find out!Please consider supporting Manufacture Good, an amazing Christian ministry described in a recent bonus episode. www.manufacturegood.org "Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it...2025-06-3008 minReflect on ThisMy Broken Car (Sequel)Season 2 Episode 26 - Sometimes, it seems that God will repeat something in our lives, because there is something very important for us to learn in it. Listen and find out "the rest of the story" -- how a second broken car experience helped me understand a principle in a deeper way.Please consider supporting Manufacture Good, an amazing Christian ministry described in a recent bonus episode. www.manufacturegood.org "Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, thr...2025-06-2307 minReflect on ThisMy Broken CarSeason 2 Episode 25 - Are there spiritual lessons we can learn from a broken car? I sure did! Listen and find out the lesson I learned from my broken car, and see how this lesson applies to all of life.Please consider supporting Manufacture Good, an amazing Christian ministry described in a recent bonus episode. www.manufacturegood.org "Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulf...2025-06-1606 minReflect on ThisThe AdvantageSeason 2 Episode 24 - What is the "advantage" that followers of Jesus have been given? What are the purposes of this "advantage?" What are the benefits to us of this "advantage?" And what is this "advantage" anyway? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe/follow it, a...2025-06-0906 minReflect on ThisBonus Episode - Manufacture Good ministrySeason 2 Episode 23 - In this bonus episode, I interview the Chairman of the Board of Manufacture Good, a unique Christian ministry in Birmingham, Alabama. Manufacture Good is a Christian ministry that offers apprenticeships to men that need a second chance. These apprentices learn biblical principles, character, and valuable woodworking and metalworking skills which lead to employment opportunities. The sale of the high-quality furniture they produce, as well as donations from people who want to partner with their vision, support the ministry. You can shop their catalog of fine home and office products, order a standard or custom piece of furn...2025-06-0218 minReflect on ThisThe Process of ForgivenessSeason 2 Episode 22 - I think we all recognize that we should embrace the principle of forgiveness - the "why" of forgiveness. But the actual process of forgiveness - the "how" of forgiveness - is often harder to understand and implement. Want to know a very practical way to extend and receive forgiveness? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. ...2025-05-2608 minReflect on ThisThe Principle of ForgivenessSeason 2 Episode 21 - Why is giving and receiving forgiveness important? What are some truths (and some misunderstandings) about forgiveness? Listen and find out!(Some of this episode is inspired by an article by Sam Storms, originally posted on the Enjoying God Ministries web site on May 4, 2011.)"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about living life with God-given purpose and meaning, through applying my study of the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tel...2025-05-1907 minReflect on ThisFear of LossSeason 2 Episode 20 - What is the "fear of loss?" And what does it have to do with biblical principles for living? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about living life with God-given purpose and meaning, through applying the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe/follow it, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the podcast more eas...2025-05-1207 minReflect on ThisFrom Bethel to PenuelSeason 2 Episode 19 - In today's episode, we take a quick look at the life of Jacob from the book of Genesis. I had not noticed until recently that, for the first 40 years of Jacob's life, Jehovah was never referred to as Jacob's God, but always as "the God of Abraham and Isaac." Why is this significant? What event caused this to change later in his life? And what is the application for us? Listen to the episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am le...2025-05-0508 minReflect on ThisHow Serious Is Greed?Season 2 Episode 18 - In today's world, the prevailing culture is one of focusing on amassing as much "stuff" as possible - for fun, pleasure, and prestige. This prevailing trend is easy for even followers of Jesus to be influenced, to the point that we are tempted to be greedy and to covet what others have. But this tendency toward greed is obviously not as serious as some other "big" sins listed in the Bible that believers should avoid, right? Listen to today's episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these dev...2025-04-2806 minReflect on ThisThe Waiting PeriodSeason 2 Episode 17 - Are there examples in the Bible of people who experienced waiting periods in their life? Can we learn anything from them that helps us in the waiting periods of our life? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about living life with God-given purpose and meaning, through applying the Scriptures to life in practical and fulfilling ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and...2025-04-1607 minReflect on ThisBlessings and CursesSeason 2 Episode 16 - How can the reading of the Old Testament law to the Israelites from two mountains give us a glimpse into the God's plan for redemption? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the po...2025-04-1307 minReflect on ThisBoundaries - Part 2Season 2 Episode 15 - This episode concludes our quick look at the book "Boundaries" by Henry Cloud and John Townsend. In episode 13, we saw how God’s creation is filled with many examples and analogies of establishing healthy boundaries.So, if boundaries are indeed a biblical principle, then what things should I consider to be within my boundaries? Listen to this episode and find out."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are pract...2025-04-0509 min
Reflect on ThisBonus Episode 1 - Meditation (April 1)Season 2 Episode 14 (Bonus 1) -- How do cows and sheep illustrate the biblical principle of meditating on Scripture throughout the day? Listen and find out! And remember that today's episode is released on April 1st. (Hint, hint! Wink, wink!) 😊2025-04-0102 minReflect on ThisBoundariesSeason 2 Episode 13 -- Is this concept of healthy emotional boundaries actually a biblical principle? In other words, do we see any examples of this principle in the Bible, or in God's creation around us? But even if this principle is indeed biblical, wouldn't the setting of healthy emotional boundaries keep us from experiencing community with other people? Well, listen to today's episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and...2025-03-3007 minReflect on ThisThe Traditions of MenSeason 2 Episode 12 -- Spiritual knowledge is a good thing, right? After all, it helps us to learn about the ways and nature of God. But Jesus warned about a serious consequence of putting our spiritual knowledge ahead of virtuous character in our spiritual development. What is that consequence? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your frien...2025-03-2307 minReflect on ThisKnowledgeSeason 2 Episode 11 -- What was the "knowledge" that the apostle Paul was referring to when he wrote to the believers in Corinth that "knowledge puffs up" (1 Corinthians 8:1)? And what important principle does God want us to see and embrace from this verse? So many questions! But you are in luck -- today's episode has all the answers!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the...2025-03-1607 minReflect on ThisGiving AttentionSeason 2 Episode 10 -- What can we learn about giving attention to God and others by observing a herd of elk? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the podcast more easily. Resources that ins...2025-03-1006 minReflect on ThisThe Replacement PrincipleSeason 2 Episode 9 -- Have you ever struggled to avoid succumbing to a sinful thought or action, something that you continue to tell yourself not to do, but then find yourself caving to the temptation? Even with determination and willpower, it is very hard to avoid these besetting sins. What if I told you there is a better way? Just listen to this episode to find out about that better way! "Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what...2025-03-0307 minReflect on ThisPulling WeedsSeason 2 Episode 8 -- In the parable of the weeds, I recently discovered a powerful application to my life, that goes beyond the obvious understanding of how the harvest time in this parable is referring to the end of the age. It also has an important application to our everyday life. What is that application? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like...2025-02-2407 minReflect on ThisWell-Pleasing to GodSeason 2 Episode 7 -- What insights can we learn about our relationship with God from the verse in Genesis that states that "Enoch walked with God?" And what additional insights does the New Testament offer us about Enoch? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and...2025-02-1706 minReflect on ThisGrace Within the Body of ChristSeason 2 Episode 6 - How does the early church question of whether or not to eat meat sacrificed to idols relate to how we interact with other believers within the body of Christ? Listen to this episode and find out."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, be...2025-02-1007 minReflect on ThisThe Pleasure of His CompanySeason 2 Episode 5 - In this episode, I share how a dear friend's challenge to expand the way I approach God is so consistent with the very words of Jesus regarding true worshipers. Curious about my friend's challenge? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and...2025-02-0307 minReflect on ThisHidden TreasureSeason 2 Episode 4 - Do you ever find your mind wandering when you hear someone reading a Bible verse that is very familiar to you? Do you tend to gloss over the words when you are reading it, because you may unconsciously be thinking, "Yea, yea. I know what this verse means"? Well, I must confess that I sometimes find myself doing that. In today's episode, I share what God sometimes nudges me to do in these moments. "Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the w...2025-01-2707 minReflect on ThisHusbands and Wives - Part 2Season 2 Episode 3 - In this episode, I deliver on my promise to give an additional perspective on the familiar passage from Ephesians 5 on husbands and wives, by viewing the passage through the lens of the chapter theme of "walking in love" (verse 2) and the summary statement of HOW to walk in love (verse 21). Curious? Then listen and find out more!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If...2025-01-2007 minReflect on ThisHusbands and Wives - Part 1Season 2 Episode 2 - A helpful method of understanding a Bible passage is to step back and find the main theme of the chapter. In other words, discover the context of the passage. I recently used this method when reading Ephesians 5:22-33, the familiar passage for understanding God's plan for the relationship of husband and wife. Want to know what I discovered is the main theme of this chapter? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God...2025-01-1306 minReflect on ThisDon't Set New Goals for This YearSeason 2 Episode 1 - In today's episode, I am going to encourage you to NOT set new goals for this year. Yes, you read this correctly. Listen, and see what biblical recommendations a leading personal and professional life coach offers instead."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and rev...2025-01-0607 minReflect on ThisCultivating Courage in Your LifeSeason 1 Episode 53 - In our world today, there is much uncertainty, conflict, and fear. So, how should followers of Jesus be intentional about heeding God's frequent call in the Bible to be courageous? Listen to this episode and find out 3 specific ways."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast. In these devotionals, I share the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, in what I hope are practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rati...2024-12-3007 minReflect on ThisA Lesson from a Christmas CarolSeason 1 Episode 52 - Do you ever feel that your life is insignificant? I pray that this true story will be an encouragement to you to be faithful to God's call on your life, and to wait patiently for the fruit of your faithfulness.Here is a link to the video mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fbgWa5pH3g “Mary, Did You Know?” Written by: Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry. Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learni...2024-12-2306 minReflect on ThisHow Two Guys Named Joseph Saved the WorldSeason 1 Episode 51 - I had not realized until recently all of the similarities of the Joseph in Genesis and the Joseph in the Gospels. What are those similarities? Listen to the episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps oth...2024-12-1606 minReflect on ThisAn Outward Symbol of an Inward ChangeSeason 1 Episode 50 - One of the most common word pictures we encounter in our faith journey turns out to be one of the richest in meaning for me. Listen and see if you also identify with this wonderful word picture from the Scriptures."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a...2024-12-0907 minReflect on ThisWaiting and Listening - ConclusionSeason 1 Episode 49 - Is it possible to actually listen to the voice of God? And if so, are there some practical and biblical tips on how to learn to listen to the voice of God? Are there any benefits to hearing the voice of God? Listen to this episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your...2024-12-0207 minReflect on ThisWaiting and Listening - Part 2Season 1 Episode 48 - When you hear someone talking about listening to the voice of God, does it sound like something that only "super-Christians" can experience? In this episode, we will discuss some Bible passages that offer encouraging news about who can hear God's voice, and practical tips on how to do so."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell yo...2024-11-2507 minReflect on ThisWaiting and ListeningSeason 1 Episode 47 - Is it possible for believers to hear the voice of God? What does the Bible say about this? Tune into this episode and find out!"Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the podcast more easily.2024-11-1807 minReflect on ThisA Wise Way to CommunicateSeason 1 Episode 46 - In this episode, I review the personal story of how God first began to teach me important lessons on personal communication - lessons that I am still seeking to master."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to f...2024-11-1106 minReflect on ThisSpeaking Truth to My SoulSeason 1 Episode 45 - Should followers of Christ "talk to themselves?" Well, King David and the Apostle Paul both make a solid case in the Scriptures for doing so -- by speaking biblical truths to our souls. Listen, and see if you agree."Reflect on This" is a once-weekly, short devotional podcast, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a fa...2024-11-0308 minReflect on ThisOne or Two Natures?Season 1 Episode 44 - In this episode, I look at whether there are one or two natures at war within a believer, and how the biblical answer to this question brings hope and freedom."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a f...2024-10-2708 minReflect on ThisThe Identity LieSeason 1 Episode 43 - In this episode, I reveal the lie that contributes to believers not always acting like who they are in Christ. "Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the...2024-10-2108 minReflect on ThisOur True IdentitySeason 1 Episode 42 - In this episode, we explore a topic that is essential for us to understand, in order to avoid self-sufficiency and eliminate our striving to be righteous. Understanding this topic is the beginning of genuine freedom. What is the topic? Listen to find out!"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing what I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures in practical and meaningful ways. My desire is for us to not...2024-10-1406 minReflect on ThisSelf-SufficiencySeason 1 Episode 41 - How many times have you seen or heard of Christians who are struggling to make their lives count for Christ, only to discover that the Christian life isn’t working out for them like it’s supposed to? For this situation, what is the advice that Christians most often hear? In this episode, we talk about this common advice, what the flaw in this advice is, and what the biblical approach should be."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am s...2024-10-0707 minReflect on ThisFour Important WordsSeason 1 Episode 40 - In this episode, I share a powerful nugget of wisdom that a leadership coach learned early in his career. It is summarized in four important words, and it is a clever way of remembering some powerful biblical principles."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your f...2024-09-2907 minReflect on ThisWhat Does God Listen For?Season 1 Episode 39 - There are a LOT of things that God is simultaneously listening to, in both heaven and on earth. That alone is amazing. But there is one sound that God pays special attention to. What is it? Listen and find out!(Portions of this episode are excerpted from the blog post entitled “What Does God Listen For?” by Seth Lewis.) "Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, thr...2024-09-2205 minReflect on ThisLiving a Connected LifeSeason 1 Episode 38 - Followers of Jesus are frequently reminded that it is important to live in community, because we need each other to experience the abundant life that Jesus taught about. But how do we do that? What qualities does the Bible mention that are related to living a well-connected life? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the...2024-09-1407 minReflect on ThisToday's Culture: Who Is the Prodigal?Season 1 Episode 37 - In this episode, I explore a surprising twist on Jesus' familiar parable of the prodigal son (found in Luke 15). I also extend a challenge to all followers of Jesus, based on a practical application of this parable to fatherhood.(Portions of this episode were inspired by a sermon by Kris Vallotton.)"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures t...2024-09-0807 minReflect on ThisThe Power of a Simple InvitationSeason 1 Episode 36 - In this episode, we look at how the life of Randy Gradishar, an NFL Hall of Fame player, illustrates two powerful biblical principles.Here is the link to the article from Daily Citizen, which is the basis for this episode. The article also includes a video of Randy Gradishar’s complete 17-minute Hall of Fame acceptance speech:https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/randy-gradishar-shares-the-gospel-during-hall-of-fame-acceptance-speech/?sfcid=0034W00003G79aPQAR&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=855206&refcd=855206&utm_source=RelevantResources "Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my f...2024-09-0107 minReflect on ThisCondemnation or Compassion?Season 1 Episode 35 - In this episode, I share my reflections on a familiar Bible story, and the application to my life."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the...2024-08-2604 minReflect on ThisRemarkably and Wonderfully MadeSeason 1 Episode 34 - We know that Jesus said that we are to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. Yet our inability to love ourselves in a healthy, biblical way is a common problem, both within and outside of the church. There are two simple yet powerful biblical truths that are the gateway to understanding this concept. Listen and discover what they are."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, thr...2024-08-1807 minReflect on ThisSpiritual GuardrailsSeason 1 Episode 33 -- Do you know what the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon is? More importantly, can you guess how this phenomenon applies to understanding biblical principles? In today's episode, I share how I apply this phenomenon to the coupled, balancing biblical principles of Scripture."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell yo...2024-08-1107 minReflect on ThisIs It a Coincidence?Season 1 Episode 32 -- As we become more familiar with the Bible, we begin to see more and more things that were predicted, alluded to, or hinted at in the Old Testament that become evident in the New Testament. Are these merely coincidences?"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell y...2024-08-0407 minReflect on ThisA Familiar ParableSeason 1 Episode 31 - How does a familiar parable of Jesus apply to today's culture? Listen to this episode and find out."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a favorable rating and review, because it helps others to find the p...2024-07-2907 minReflect on ThisAlways Looking for ApplicationsSeason 1 Episode 30 - In this episode, I share an example of looking for practical applications of biblical principles to our daily lives, using a familiar passage of Scriptures. Can this example help you to do the same thing? Listen and find out!"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell yo...2024-07-2107 minReflect on ThisWhat Should Be Our Response?Season 1 Episode 29 - In this episode, I share my thoughts on what our response should be to recent events that reflect a growing bitterness in our nation. You might be surprised by what I say. "Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, an...2024-07-1506 minReflect on ThisLiberty and FreedomSeason 1 Episode 28 - The recent celebration of Independence Day turned my thoughts toward liberty and freedom. Check out this episode, and see what Jesus and the apostle Paul said about liberty and freedom."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and family about it, subscribe, and leave a...2024-07-0807 minReflect on ThisA Life of Unexpected PreparationSeason 1 Episode 27 - Have you ever thought that your life was so ordinary that you would never accomplish anything significant? In this episode, you will hear the story of an ordinary man with an ordinary life that prepared him to do some very exceptional. Could your ordinary life be preparing you for something significant as well?"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to...2024-06-3007 minReflect on ThisDeath of a VisionSeason 1 Episode 26 - In this episode, I share the life story of Gary Chapman, the author of the landmark book entitled "The 5 Love Languages," and how his life prepared him to write this book in a surprising way. I then share the underlying biblical principle of this amazing story, and show how it applies to us as well."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of t...2024-06-2407 minReflect on ThisThe Gift of CreativitySeason 1 Episode 25 - A prison in Brazil has implemented a surprising and creative solution to their security problem. Today's episode shares that story, as well as how it is a wonderful example of one of the attributes of God."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.If you like the podcast, please tell your friends and f...2024-06-1707 minReflect on ThisThe Importance of Giving ThanksSeason 1 Episode 24 - Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a situation? In today's episode, I share an important (and surprising) principle about what our first response should be. "Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your mobile device, using your favorite podcast app such as Apple Podc...2024-06-1105 minReflect on ThisRenovation and MetamorphosisSeason 1 Episode 23 - In this episode, I share a personal story about how our house was flooded and the resulting long period of renovation. I then draw some parallels between the renovation of our house to renovation of our minds and hearts, and offer Paul's perspective on this important topic."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. 2024-06-0405 minReflect on ThisBreaking the Cycle of Suffering - Part 2Season 1 Episode 22 - In this episode, I share some practical, biblical steps we can take to begin transforming the pain in our life, rather than transferring it to others."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your mobile device, using your favorite podcast app such as Ap...2024-05-2505 minReflect on ThisGuidance from the Holy Spirit - Part 2Season 1 Episode 21 - In today's episode, I share a story of my inward rebellion toward God , to illustrate another important biblical principle I have learned about following the promptings of the Holy Spirit."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your mobile device, using your favorite po...2024-05-2106 minReflect on ThisBreaking the Cycle of SufferingSeason 1 Episode 20 -- In this episode, we will explore the choice we all face in the midst of a personally painful situation: to either TRANSFORM our pain, or TRANSFER it to others. We will also look at several ordinary people in the Bible who made the choice to be transformed by God, and how these people became a blessing to the people around them as a result of that choice."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning ab...2024-05-1406 minReflect on ThisA Virtuous WomanSeason 1 Episode 19 - This is a special Mother's Day edition of the podcast. In this episode, I share about a fascinating solution to a problem in Jamestown, the first American colony. I also review the biblical description of a virtuous woman. Both are excellent illustrations of the enduring blessing of the inherent, God-given feminine strength of women to our families and communities."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through app...2024-05-1005 minReflect on ThisGuidance from the Holy SpiritSeason 1 Episode 18 - In this episode, I share the story of how a random thought while studying in college led me to begin a journey of learning to discern the promptings of the Holy Spirit."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your mobile device, using yo...2024-05-0706 minReflect on ThisRemembering God's FaithfulnessSeason 1 Episode 17 - It is easy to say that we believe in the concept of God's faithfulness. Yet, in the midst of a challenging situation, it is often hard to actually think and act like we believe it. In this episode, I share another personal story that illustrates God's faithfulness. I also share 4 biblical principles (related to God's faithfulness) of what believers should do to have hope and peace in the midst of our everyday struggles."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sha...2024-04-2509 minReflect on ThisIt Is Not All About MeSeason 1 Episode 16 - Our culture, both subtly and overtly, encourages us to focus on personal fulfillment, achievement and pleasure. In other words, we are encouraged to focus on ourselves. Against this prevailing influence, the Bible offers a refreshingly different perspective on how to live. In this episode, I share about the why and how of a better way to live.(This episode is inspired by chapter 15 of Dr. Chris Thurman’s book entitled “The Lies We Believe.")"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I...2024-04-0210 minReflect on ThisFrom Despair to DelightSeason 1 Episode 15 - In the serious challenges of life that bring genuine despair, is it actually possible for us to move from despair to delight? In this episode, we look at two examples of men from the Bible who did just that, and the principles they applied to their situations."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. 2024-04-0106 minReflect on ThisStaying the CourseSeason 1 Episode 14 - If you are like me, and find it difficult to stay the course during a challenging situation, you will find hope and encouragement in this episode. We will see many helpful applications in the story of Nehemiah's leadership in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can fin...2024-03-2608 minReflect on ThisNo Gain Without PainSeason 1 Episode 13 - Following Jesus is easy, filled with joy, and devoid of pain, right? Well, not actually! In this episode, we discuss our tendencies to run from pain and toward pleasure. We also discuss the help that God provides to followers of Jesus to learn the benefits of delayed gratification, and of facing painful things head-on. (Portions of this episode are inspired by a chapter in Dr. Chris Thurman's book entitled "The Lies We Believe.")"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am shar...2024-03-2508 minReflect on ThisAn Easter RealizationSeason 1 Episode 12 - In this episode, I share an "ah-ha" moment I had recently regarding the crucifixion of Jesus, and the practical application of that realization to our challenging life moments."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your favorite podcast platforms, such as Apple Podcasts, Sp...2024-03-1308 minReflect on ThisYou Can't Please EveryoneSeason 1 Episode 11 -- We all have varying degrees of the tendency to be a people pleaser. In this episode, we look at the wisdom and guidance the Bible offers us on this topic.(This episode is inspired by the book "The Lies We Believe" by Dr. Chris Thurman.)"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. 2024-03-1105 minReflect on ThisTo Err is HumanSeason 1 Episode 10 - How often do you find yourself slipping into perfectionistic thoughts and expectations? Are there any biblical truths to counter these thoughts? If God isn't calling us to be perfect, then what is He calling us to be? This podcast has the answers!(This episode is inspired by the book "The Lies We Believe" by Dr. Chris Thurman.)"Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through app...2024-03-0707 minReflect on ThisGod's Faithfulness on DisplaySeason 1 Episode 9 -- It is easy to say that we believe that God is faithful. But sometimes in the midst of a challenging situation or season of life, it may be hard for us to recognize God's faithfulness in the moment. The Bible, over and over again, challenges us to look back at our lives and remember. Sometimes, it is only in hindsight that we recognize God's faithfulness to us. In this episode, I remember one such occasion in my life, and what I learned."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send...2024-03-0106 minReflect on ThisThe Lies We Believe about GODSeason 1 Episode 8 - This episode continues our review of the highlights of Dr. Chris Thurman's book entitled "The Lies We Believe." In this episode, we identify some common lies we may find ourselves believing about God (from chapter 7 of the book), and the corresponding biblical truths that displace those lies and lead to freedom."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of t...2024-02-2706 minReflect on ThisFrom Disappointment to DelightSeason 1 Episode 7 -- In this episode, I share an important truth I learned while on a trip with my wife to New England, that helped me to move from disappointment to delight."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" on your favorite podcast platform, such as Apple Po...2024-02-1707 minReflect on ThisThe Lies We Believe about LIFESeason 1 Episode 6 - This episode continues our review of the highlights of Dr. Chris Thurman's book entitled "The Lies We Believe." In this episode, we identify some common lies we believe about life (from chapter 6 of the book), and the corresponding biblical truths that displace those lies and lead to freedom."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to t...2024-02-1208 minReflect on ThisThe Lies We Believe about OTHERSSeason 1 Episode 5 - This episode continues our review of the highlights of Dr. Chris Thurman's book entitled "The Lies We Believe." In this episode, we identify some common lies we believe about others (from chapter 5 of the book), and the corresponding biblical truths that displace those lies and lead to freedom."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to t...2024-02-0507 minReflect on ThisThe Lies We Believe about OURSELVESSeason 1 Episode 4 - This is episode 2 of the highlights from the book entitled “The Lies We Believe – Renewing Your Mind and Transforming Your Life” by Dr. Chris Thurman. In today's episode, we look at the 5 most common lies we believe about ourselves (from chapter 4 of the book), and the corresponding biblical truths that dispel those lies."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the...2024-01-2306 minReflect on ThisThe Value of Speaking the TruthSeason 1 Episode 3 - A recent Wall Street Journal article outlines the methodology that the airline industry used to obtain their dramatic improvement in airline safety in the last 15 years, which serves as a great example of an important biblical principle."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me.You can find and subscribe to "Reflect on This" o...2024-01-2006 minReflect on ThisUsing Truth to Replace LiesSeason 1 Episode 2 - This episode is the first of a series of highlights from an excellent book entitled "The Lies We Believe - Renewing Your Mind and Transforming Your Life" by Dr. Chris Thurman. I introduce the simple and yet profound premise of the book, and then share some foundational principles from the book about truth."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures t...2024-01-1706 minReflect on ThisPressing on Toward the Goal in 2024...Season 1 Episode 1 - In this episode, I share some practical tips on spending some special time with the Lord, seeking His guidance for the new year. I challenge you to get alone with God early in this new year, and see if this process will help you as well."Reflect on This" is the podcast version of short email devotionals I send to my family and friends, where I am sharing the things I am learning about the ways and nature of God, through applying my study of the Scriptures to the world around me. Ba...2024-01-1108 min
Real Talk Ryan JespersenAlberta Doctors Want An ApologyAlberta's former Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw was unceremoniously dismissed from a new position in Indigenous health, prompting the resignation of the program's medical director Dr. Esther Tailfeathers. The move prompted more than a hundred doctors to sign an open letter demanding a response from Premier Danielle Smith.
2:35 | Dr. Neeja Bakshi is one of the physicians who signed the letter demanding an apology from Premier Smith and Alberta Health Services administrator Dr. John Cowell.She explains why she stuck her neck out, and what she hopes the action accomplishes.
24:20 | Rest in Peace, Dr...2023-06-301h 23Real Talk Ryan JespersenWhat’s Next for Putin?The world watched over the weekend as tension between several of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s most loyal lieutenants spilled into the streets, and one of them turned his guns on targets in his own country. What does the short-lived rebellion in Russia mean for the war in Ukraine, and Putin himself? What's the main takeaway for the West?
3:00 | Ian Bremmer is one of the world's foremost authorities on geopolitics. The political scientist and president of Eurasia Group joins Ryan off the top of the show to explain what led to this weekend's events, why Wagner warlord Yev...2023-06-261h 21
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What is going on with baseball? Adam and Mike react to the latest news
Johnny Dawkins finally embraces NIL... or, he is in need of ransom money... you decide
Darin Hinshaw provides an update on QB development
Spring Game predictions by The Sons, including...2023-04-111h 54Real Talk Ryan JespersenNovember 15, 2022 - Paging Dr. Joffe...Alberta’s New CMOH; Suspicious House Fire in Saskatchewan0:00 | Classrooms are more sparse while children's hospitals fill up, Alberta's got a new Chief Medical Officer of Health (but did the government hire who they meant to hire?), and a suspicious house fire in Saskatchewan has big implications. There's a lot of ground to cover in this episode of Real Talk!
4:23 | Are you already in the holiday spirit? Johnny's singing Christmas tunes in the studio, and turns out there's a story behind it...
6:44 | The world's population has officially hit eight billion people. Are you concerned about a) increased strain on natural resources, etc., or b) t...2022-11-151h 13
Faded OutTouching Down in Des MoinesThe first of six episodes on the ground in Des Moines. We visit Johnny's old neighborhood, and the corner of 42nd and Marcourt. Also the first in-person meeting with Ron Sampson and Mark Hinshaw.2018-09-231h 23