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Daily Thunder Podcast1323: The Majesty of God's Mercy (Jonah 4:2) // Swallowed by Mercy 06 (Nathan Johnson)The entire book of Jonah hinges upon a single concept: God’s mercy. The Hebrew word hesed (chesed) is at the focal point of Jonah, and if we miss the depth and importance of this concept, we will miss why Jonah is so rebellious to preach to Nineveh. In this study, Nathan walks through Scripture discussing the mercy and lovingkindness of God, why this attribute is at the heart of God, and what it means for our lives today.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and...
2025-12-171h 06Daily Thunder Podcast1316: Naming Idols (Nathan Johnson) // Encore 2025Encore: a repeated performance.As we approach the end of 2025, we decided to do an encore of eight episodes from the past six years. With a new intro for each episode recorded by Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson, we hope these encores will stir your soul toward Jesus and introduce you to previous series that you can explore. Naming Idols (Nathan Johnson)Originally recorded in 2022 as a part of his series Soul Drift … Idolatry doesn’t have to be a mysterious, abstract, or elusive concept. Scripture makes it clear what idols are and if w...
2025-12-0136 minDaily Thunder Podcast1310: El Shaddai – God Almighty (Nathan Johnson) // Encore 2025Encore: a repeated performance.As we approach the end of 2025, we decided to do an encore of eight episodes from the past six years. With a new intro for each episode recorded by Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson, we hope these encores will stir your soul toward Jesus and introduce you to previous series that you can explore. El Shaddai – God Almighty (Nathan Johnson)Originally recorded in 2023 as a part of his series Behold Our God … There is a twofold profundity with God’s name El Shaddai (God Almighty) – it points to His overpower...
2025-11-1754 minDaily Thunder Podcast1297: Discover the Delight of Obedience // The Awful Fear of the Lord 12 (Nathan Johnson)God has called Christians to a life of holiness, godliness, and righteousness—a life conformed to the image of Jesus Himself. Yet, for many of us, we dislike holiness and find obedience to be difficult. What is the solution to our desire for sin and our passivity toward obeying God? In this study, Nathan proposes that the fear of the Lord is the solution. If you are struggling with sin, succumbing to temptation, or stuck in disobedience, the fear of the Lord is the answer. Listen to the episode and discover why.------------» Take these stud...
2025-10-0155 minDaily Thunder Podcast1294: Holy Fear Brings Freedom // The Awful Fear of the Lord 11 (Nathan Johnson)When we have a proper (godly, holy) fear of the Lord, it brings forth freedom and life within the believer. It not only dispels all other fears from our lives, it also enables us to live victorious over sin and live in obedience to God and His Word. In this study, Nathan gives a refined definition of the “awful fear of the Lord” and explores how holy fear frees us in four key ways … which can radically change our lives.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team a...
2025-09-241h 00Daily Thunder Podcast1291: The Beginning of Knowledge // The Awful Fear of the Lord 10 (Nathan Johnson)In Solomon’s introduction to the book of Proverbs, he gives three key purposes for the book but gives a central premise: the fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge. In this study, Nathan explores Proverbs 1:1–7 and expounds upon wisdom, discipline, understanding, and how the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge (and what that even means). In short, the fear of God is the beginning (starting place) of an intimate relationship with Him!------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellersl...
2025-09-1652 minDaily Thunder Podcast1248: Deception, Disobedience, and Destruction (Ephesians 5:6) // Building Up the Body 17 (Nathan Johnson)Our modern culture celebrates ungodliness and sinful behavior—and it has seeped into the Church where leaders are encouraging Christians to live however they want and indulge in every kind of sin. But Paul warns in Ephesians 5:6 that we are not to be deceived by the “empty words” of people who endorse the things God has called sin. In this study, Nathan examines Paul’s warning, and reminds us that because a judgment is coming, we must take sin seriously.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at...
2025-05-071h 01Daily Thunder Podcast1237: Set Free From Sensuality (Ephesians 5:3) // Building Up the Body 13 (Nathan Johnson)In our sensually-saturated culture, even the church has begun to question whether victory in the area of sexuality is possible in a Christian’s life. Yet, Scripture makes it clear that not only is it possible to be set free from all sexual deviancy and live in purity, integrity, and freedom, but we can actually triumph in our sexuality for the glory of Jesus Christ. In this study of Ephesians 5:3, Nathan talks about one of the central burdens of the Early Church—not even a hint of sexual immorality, impurity, or greed in our lives—what the heart of the is...
2025-04-091h 01Daily Thunder Podcast1228: The Growth of the Body (Ephesians 4:15–16) // Building Up the Body 10 (Nathan Johnson)There is a beautiful paradox with the body of Christ—Jesus supplies everything we need for life and godliness, yet we as the body are to build each other up in love, causing the growth of the body. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 4:15–16 that Jesus is the head of the Church, but he exhorts the body to be abundantly supplied by Christ to function, grow, and mature as the body is called to be. In this study, Nathan walks through the passage and encourages us to think and live as a community of believers, rather than as individuals that go t...
2025-03-1946 minDaily Thunder Podcast1207: The Humility and Exaltation of Christ (Ephesians 4:8–10) // Building Up the Body 03 (Nathan Johnson)Christ has ascended! While Christians give a lot of focus to the death and resurrection of Christ, we nod our heads at His ascension. Yet, contained in the ascension of Jesus is His exaltation, coronation, and a revelation of His majestic supremacy! Join Nathan Johnson in this study of Ephesians 4:8–10 as we examine Paul’s parenthetical statement about the majesty and preeminence of Christ Jesus in the context of Him giving gifts to the Church. He has ascended!------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Elle...
2025-01-2948 minDaily Thunder Podcast1199: The Beloved Bloodline (Ruth 4:17b–22) // The Book of Ruth 08 (Nathan Johnson)The book of Ruth ends with a genealogy. While many Westerners are quick to jump over such lists, this one should cause us to pause and stand in awe. In this final message in the series, Nathan explores this powerful conclusion to the book of Ruth and gives ten reflections and implications for our lives in light of this little book of Scripture.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-dis...
2024-12-261h 08Daily Thunder Podcast1197: Topsy Turvy (Ruth 4:11–17) // The Book of Ruth 07 (Nathan Johnson)As the book of Ruth nears its end, everything appears to be topsy-turvy. Boaz gets the girl, Naomi gets a son, a Moabitess is blessed by Israelites, and the nanny is cared for by the child. Despite the appearance of everything being upside-down and a bit backwards, the mercy, providence, and love of God is front and center. Join Nathan in this study of Ruth 4:11–17 and see how even topsy-turvy circumstances can lead us unto Christ Jesus.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Eller...
2024-12-1939 minDaily Thunder Podcast1195: Relative Redemption (Ruth 4:1–11a) // The Book of Ruth 06 (Nathan Johnson)Throughout the book of Ruth, we encounter the concept of a “kinsman redeemer,” but few of us understand the importance and profundity of this redemption by a relative. In this message, Nathan explains the concepts of kinsman redeemer and the Levirite Marriage—showing how they help us understand Ruth 4:1–11 as well as point to our precious Savior, Jesus Christ—THE Kinsman Redeemer.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/» Receive o...
2024-12-121h 08Daily Thunder Podcast1187: The Beauty Amidst Bitterness and Blight (Ruth 1:3–22) // The Book of Ruth 02 (Nathan Johnson)Difficulties and uncertainty often arise in our lives when we least expect it. The question we must answer in such moments is not “why” but “how”…“how does God want to use this challenge in my life?” In this study from Ruth 1:3–22, we discover that Naomi’s life is at rock bottom, her life is practically over—and sadly, she blames her bitterness on God. Yet amidst the story, we find beautiful hope in Ruth the Moabitess. Join Nathan as we explore this stirring story from Ruth 1 and what it practically means for our lives today.------------» Take these st...
2024-11-1456 minDaily Thunder Podcast902: The Intimacy of Knowing // Intimacy of Knowing 1 (Nathan Johnson)We are remodeling our studio—and so for the next two weeks, we are heading back to the archives and listening to a few of our favorite throwback series (episodes from Leslie, Nathan, and Eric). This week Nathan focuses on one of his favorite topics: knowing (ginoskō) Jesus.Jesus says that eternal life is having relationship and intimacy with Himself (John 17:3). In this study, Nathan Johnson talks about intimacy and knowing God relationally … and does so by talking about one of his favorite words in the Bible.--------- For more information about Daily Thund...
2022-09-2622 minDaily Thunder Podcast747: Don’t Forget to Remember // A Thousand Daily Deaths 10 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode ten, Eric and Nathan discuss the importance of remembering. We often declare, “I will never forget it!” yet two weeks later can’t recollect what happened or why we wanted to remember it. Many of us don’t heed the biblical command to remember, but if we did, we’d find it to be a...
2021-12-2713 minDaily Thunder Podcast746: How to Live Counter-Culturally // A Thousand Daily Deaths 09 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode nine, Eric and Nathan discuss our culture’s obsession with self, especially in this holiday (and ongoing Covid) season. Our natural tendency is to hoard, self-protect, and to think only of ourselves; but Christ is clear, we are to be outward focused, hospitable, and thinking of others more highly than ourselves. An...
2021-12-2014 minDaily Thunder Podcast745: Destroying Distractions // A Thousand Daily Deaths 08 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode eight, Eric and Nathan discuss the variety of things we turn to in times of crisis. For many of us, we turn to ourselves for help or to something that will distract us from the pain and problems. Even good and noble things can become a distraction unless they are placed...
2021-12-1314 minDaily Thunder Podcast744: The Secret of a Well Kept Life // A Thousand Daily Deaths 07 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode seven, Eric and Nathan discuss the importance of being fortified in our lives. The enemy has many access points to harass us (sin, fear, unforgiveness, and bitterness, to name a few), but a Christian can be triumphant when they know the secret to a well kept life: fortification. For m...
2021-12-0615 minDaily Thunder Podcast743: The Fragrance of the Enemy Kingdom // A Thousand Daily Deaths 06 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode six, Eric and Nathan discuss how fear is the “smell of the enemy kingdom” and how we as Christians should respond to it. In a culture that is locked in the grip of fear and anxiety, it is imperative that Christians not only stand immovable but are also given the tools to p...
2021-11-2915 minDaily Thunder Podcast742: The Opposite Response // A Thousand Daily Deaths 05 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode five, Eric and Nathan discuss the remedy for the culture’s bait of despair, discouragement, and fear. Many Christians are looking for the feelings of joy but forget they follow our obedience to God’s command to rejoice always. If you desire to withstand the onslaught of culture’s downward push, this e...
2021-11-2216 minDaily Thunder Podcast741: The Pursuit of Relentless Love // A Thousand Daily Deaths 04 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode four, Eric and Nathan discuss the propensity within culture (and the church) to divide, push aside, and hate (or at least dislike) those who are not like us. Yet we are called to love and pursue those who need Christ in the same manner He pursued us.For more...
2021-11-1513 minDaily Thunder Podcast740: Looking Beyond Cultural Chaos // A Thousand Daily Deaths 03 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode three, Eric and Nathan discuss the importance of keeping our eyes and ears upon something greater than the news in these days of cultural chaos. There is an incredible hope and future for those in Christ Jesus, but we need to have eternity "stamped on our eyeballs." For more...
2021-11-0813 minDaily Thunder Podcast739: No Matter What We Face // A Thousand Daily Deaths 02 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this new special twelve-part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes, they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In episode two, Eric and Nathan discuss one of the most profound pictures of triumphant trust unto death—a story that comes from Eric's summer series "Daring to do as Stanley Dale". As they discuss God's sufficient grace, we are reminded that we have what we need for no matter what we fa...
2021-11-0113 minDaily Thunder Podcast738: The Symphony of the Body // A Thousand Daily Deaths 01 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)In this new special twelve part series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson release one episode a week in preparation for their new series starting January 17, 2022. Throughout these twelve episodes they explore twelve key truths every Christian needs right now for the times in which we live. In this first episode, Eric and Nathan discuss the symphony of the body—how the Church needs to walk in unity as the Body of Christ.For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/. If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, co...
2021-10-2524 minDaily Thunder Podcast616: Citizenship of Another Realm // Americanized - Part 4 of 5 (Nathan Johnson)This is the third installment in a five part series entitled Americanized: a study in the breakdown that follows putting “self” at the center. In this series Eric Ludy, Nathan Johnson and guests unpack the thoughts and ideas of Eric’s full-length message originally delivered on May 6, 2012 in the Ellerslie chapel but re-released this past Sunday, May 25, 2021 - see Eric’s sermon podcast). In particular episode, Nathan Johnson discusses the concept that while we may be citizens of a particular nation, we as Christians are actually citizens of a heavenly “country” and therefore should be marked by the lifestyle...
2021-05-0622 minDaily Thunder Podcast611: Six Questions for the Inner Life // When a Pastor Lives a Double-Life - Part 4 of 5 (Nathan Johnson)This is the fourth installment in a five part series entitled When a Pastor Lives a Double-Life. In this series Eric Ludy, Nathan Johnson and guests unpack the thoughts and ideas of Eric’s full-length message originally delivered on April 29, 2012 in the Ellerslie chapel but re-released this past Sunday, April 25th, 2021 - see Eric’s sermon podcast). In this particular episode, Nathan Johnson gives six powerful questions to ask ourselves to allow the Holy Spirit to bring to light anything in our lives that is of duplicity or hypocrisy.Download a copy of the "Holy Club...
2021-04-2919 minDaily Thunder Podcast588: The Willing Soldier // An Exceedingly Great Army - Part 1 of 5 (Eric Ludy & Nathan Johnson)This is the first installment in a five part series entitled An Exceedingly Great Army. In this series Eric Ludy, Nathan Johnson (and guests) unpack the thoughts and ideas of Eric’s full-length message entitled An Exceedingly Great Army (which he delivered on Sunday, March 28, 2021 - see Eric’s sermon podcast). This particular episode explores the all-important supernatural impetus that makes the difference between a Christianity that really works and a Christianity that wishes it would work. Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson both candidly share about their own personal journeys to understand and encounter the indwelling life of th...
2021-03-2924 minDaily Thunder Podcast526: Romans 11:36 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 19 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 19 – Romans 11:36We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part nineteen, Nathan Johnson talks about Romans 11:36. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-3108 minDaily Thunder Podcast524: 2 Peter 1:3-4 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 17 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 17 – 2 Peter 1:3-4We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part seventeen, Nathan Johnson talks about 2 Peter 1:3-4. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-2906 minDaily Thunder Podcast518: Ephesians 1:3 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 13 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 13 – Ephesians 1:3We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part thirteen, Nathan Johnson talks about Ephesians 1:3. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-2109 minDaily Thunder Podcast516: Exodus 34:6-7 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 11 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 11 – Exodus 34:6-7We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part eleven, Nathan Johnson talks about Exodus 34:6-7. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-1709 minDaily Thunder Podcast514: Judges 1:20 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 09 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 09 – Judges 1:20We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part nine, Nathan Johnson talks about Judges 1:20. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-1511 minDaily Thunder Podcast512: Psalm 19:10 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 07 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 07 – Psalm 19:10
We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part seven, Nathan Johnson talks about Psalm 19:10. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-1109 minDaily Thunder Podcast510: Philippians 3:10 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 05 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 05 – Philippians 3:10
We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part five, Nathan Johnson talks about Philippians 3:10. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-0908 minDaily Thunder Podcast508: 2 Corinthians 11:3 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 03 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan Johnson Series: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten Years Study: 03 – 2 Corinthians 11:3
We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part three, Nathan Johnson talks about 2 Corinthians 5:17. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-0706 minDaily Thunder Podcast506: 2 Corinthians 5:17 // Twenty Memorable Scriptures 01 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Twenty Memorable Scriptures from Ellerslie’s First Ten YearsStudy: 01 – 2 Corinthians 5:17
We are counting down twenty of our most impactful, memorable, and influential Scriptures from the first ten years of Ellerslie. In part one, Nathan Johnson talks about 2 Corinthians 5:17. This list of twenty comes from our longer list of fifty most memorable and impactful Scriptures – you can see and download those Scriptures in a special free PDF available at ellerslie.com/daily.
2020-12-0305 minDaily Thunder Podcast504: The Dwelling Place of God (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 60 (Nathan Johnson)
504: The Dwelling Place of God (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 60 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 60 – The Dwelling Place of God (Ephesians 2:19-22)
The temple in the Old Testament was a holy place set apart for worship, prayer, and God’s presence. In the New Testament we are told that we have become God’s dwelling place. In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson expounds upon Ephesians 2:21-22 as Paul declares that we are growing up into the temple of the Lord to be His dwelling place.
2020-12-0253 minDaily Thunder Podcast501: A Special Thanksgiving Daily Thunder (Nathan Johnson)501: A Special Thanksgiving Daily Thunder (Nathan Johnson)
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Ellerslie! In this special thanksgiving message, Nathan talks about what thanksgiving is biblically, and reminds us that more than a day we celebrate, it is the lifestyle of every believer. Throughout the message, Nathan highlights the language and communion of thanksgiving and gives three practical ways we can develop a life of thankfulness.
2020-11-2739 minDaily Thunder Podcast499: On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 59 (Nathan Johnson)
499: On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 59 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 59 – On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand (Ephesians 2:19-22)
Jesus is our rock, our fortress, and our cornerstone. In this expositional sermon on Ephesians 2:19-22, Nathan looks at the concept that we are all being built up into a holy temple unto the Lord – with Christ as the chief cornerstone.
2020-11-2544 minDaily Thunder Podcast496: Whatever! (Philippians 4:8) // The Christian Mindset 12 (Nathan Johnson)496: Whatever! (Philippians 4:8) // The Christian Mindset 12 (Nathan Johnson)
Whatever. Paul uses this short but powerful word to talk about the endless richness of what our mind is to be set upon. Rather than a limitation, this word is about freedom and possibilities. In this expositional message on the Christian Mindset, Nathan Johnson looks at Philippians 4:8 and the boundaries our minds are to stay within.
2020-11-2042 minDaily Thunder Podcast494: Three Pictures of Our New Reality in Jesus (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 58 (Nathan Johnson)
494: Three Pictures of Our New Reality in Jesus (Ephesians 2:19-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 58 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 58 – Three Pictures of Our New Reality in Jesus (Ephesians 2:19-22)
In Christ Jesus we experience a brand new reality. And in order to describe this incredible life, Paul gives three pictures to enunciate the depth and profundity of Christianity: citizens, family, a building. In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson explores Ephesians 2:19-22 and describes what it means to be a citizen of the Kingdom of God, a part of God’s family, and a...
2020-11-1741 minDaily Thunder Podcast488: The Protection of Peace (Philippians 4:7) // The Christian Mindset 10 (Nathan Johnson)488: The Protection of Peace (Philippians 4:7) // The Christian Mindset 10 (Nathan Johnson)
What if the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, would actually guard and protect our inner lives? In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson examines Philippians 4:7 and how everything in our lives should press us unto Jesus Christ and as a result, we experience the incredible peace of God – regardless of circumstance or problem.
2020-11-1142 minDaily Thunder Podcast486: Jesus’ Promise of an Easy Yoke (Nathan Johnson)486: Jesus’ Promise of an Easy Yoke (Nathan Johnson)
Far too many believers today are burnt out and exhausted – our burdens are heavy and our labor is great. Yet Jesus promises rest and an easy yoke to those who follow Him. In this message, Nathan Johnson examines Matthew 11:28-30 and helps us understand how we can experience Jesus' promise of an easy yoke.
2020-11-0738 minDaily Thunder Podcast485: Thanksgiving is More than a Meal (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 9 (Nathan Johnson)485: Thanksgiving is More than a Meal (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 9 (Nathan Johnson)
Thanksgiving is around the corner and for too many of us, it is our once-a-year time to ponder what we are thankful for. In this message on the Christian mindset, Nathan Johnson teaches on Philippians 2:6 and talks about what thanksgiving is suppose to look like in the life of a believer.
2020-11-0634 minDaily Thunder Podcast484: An Intimate Nearness (Ephesians 2:18) // Ephesians Bible Study 57 (Nathan Johnson)484: An Intimate Nearness (Ephesians 2:18) // Ephesians Bible Study 57 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 57 – An Intimate Nearness (Ephesians 2:18)
Christianity is far more than a religion. It is more than a religious duty of obligations, dos and don’ts, or mere behaviors we are to imitate. Christianity, ultimately, is about relationship. God’s salvific work in our lives was not only to forgive our sins but to draw us into an intimate nearness in relationship and intimacy. In this expositional message from Ephesians 2:18, Nathan Johnson examines what it means for us to have access...
2020-11-0537 minDaily Thunder Podcast480: 10 Key Things the Bible Says that Hinders Prayer (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 8 (Nathan Johnson)
480: 10 Key Things the Bible Says that Hinders Prayer (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 8 (Nathan Johnson)
Our lives as Christians are to be places of prayer – but most of us pray and wonder if God hears us or why He doesn’t respond. In this message from Philippians 4:6, Nathan Johnson talks about what it means to be a place of prayer for all the nations and ten key things the Bible tells us that hinders prayer.
2020-10-3043 minDaily Thunder Podcast478: Proclaiming Peace (Ephesians 2:16-17) // Ephesians Bible Study 56 (Nathan Johnson)478: Proclaiming Peace (Ephesians 2:16-17) // Ephesians Bible Study 56 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 56 – Proclaiming Peace (Ephesians 2:16-17)
Jesus not only IS peace, He also proclaims peace. In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson examines Ephesians 2:16-17 and talks about the power of reconciliation, how it relates to peace, and why it is a beautiful and powerful declaration when we proclaim the Gospel of peace.
2020-10-2745 minDaily Thunder Podcast475: A Life of Prayer and Supplication (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 7 (Nathan Johnson)475: A Life of Prayer and Supplication (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 7 (Nathan Johnson)
Rather than live in worry, fear, and anxiety, Paul commands Christians to pray about everything—but what does that practically look like and how can we live it out in our lives? In this message on the Christian mindset, Nathan Johnson examines Philippians 4:6 and talks about prayer, supplication, and making requests to God, and in turn discovers that everything in our lives should drive us toward Jesus Christ.
2020-10-2250 minDaily Thunder Podcast473: Abolishing the Old Law and Establishing the New (Ephesians 2:15) // Ephesians Bible Study 55 (Nathan Johnson)473: Abolishing the Old Law and Establishing the New (Ephesians 2:15) // Ephesians Bible Study 55 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 55 – Abolishing the Old Law and Establishing the New (Ephesians 2:15)
What is the role of the Old Testament Law in our lives and what did Jesus do with it? In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson examines Paul’s statement in Ephesians 2:15 and discusses the concept that Jesus not only fulfilled but abolished the Old Law in order to create something entirely new.
2020-10-2055 minDaily Thunder Podcast464: Breaking Down Barriers (Ephesians 2:14-17) // Ephesians Bible Study 54 (Nathan Johnson)
464: Breaking Down Barriers (Ephesians 2:14-17) // Ephesians Bible Study 54 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 54 – Breaking Down Barriers (Ephesians 2:14-17)
Because Jesus doesn’t merely give peace but is our peace, He removes every barrier and division in our lives, churches, and communities. The solution to the divides and segregation of today is not meetings, legislation, or new training – but Christ Himself. In this expositional message from Ephesians 2:14-17, Nathan Johnson talks about the effect of Jesus by being our Prince of Peace.
2020-10-0654 minDaily Thunder Podcast461: A Prayerful Insight from 2 Samuel 5 (Nathan Johnson)461: A Prayerful Insight from 2 Samuel 5 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonStudy: A Prayerful Insight from 2 Samuel 5
When we pray, knowing to Whom we pray is essential. In this study, we look at David dealing with the Philistines at the Valley of the Giants and gain an insight on what it means to pray boldly to our God who can breakthrough in any situation.
2020-10-0135 minDaily Thunder Podcast459: Jesus is Our Peace (Ephesians 2:14) // Ephesians Bible Study 53 (Nathan Johnson)
459: Jesus is Our Peace (Ephesians 2:14) // Ephesians Bible Study 53 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 53 – Jesus is Our Peace (Ephesians 2:14)
Jesus doesn’t merely give us peace, He is our peace. In this expositional sermon from Ephesians 2:14, Nathan Johnson walks through what biblical peace is and how Jesus becomes peace in our lives in three key areas.
2020-09-2942 minDaily Thunder Podcast456: Be Anxious for Nothing (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 6 (Nathan Johnson)456: Be Anxious for Nothing (Philippians 4:6) // The Christian Mindset 6 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 6 – Be Anxious for Nothing (Philippians 4:6)
As Christians, there is nothing in our lives that should cause fear, worry, or anxiety. Yet how can we live, as Paul declares, “anxious for nothing”? In this expositional message on the Christian Mindset, Nathan Johnson looks at Philippians 4:6 and examines four ways we can live without any anxiety or fear.
2020-09-2452 minDaily Thunder Podcast454: Brought Near by the Blood of Christ (Ephesians 2:13) // Ephesians Bible Study 52 (Nathan Johnson)
454: Brought Near by the Blood of Christ (Ephesians 2:13) // Ephesians Bible Study 52 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 52 – Brought Near by the Blood of Christ (Ephesians 2:13)
There is tremendous power in the blood of Christ! And while we may sing it, know it, and declare it, it doesn’t mean we actually live under this incredible reality. In this expositional sermon of Ephesians 2:13, Nathan Johnson talks about being brought near by the blood of Christ and the profound preciousness of the blood of Jesus in our lives.
2020-09-2242 minDaily Thunder Podcast451: The Lord is at Hand (Philippians 4:5) // The Christian Mindset 5 (Nathan Johnson)
451: The Lord is at Hand (Philippians 4:5b) // The Christian Mindset 5 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 5 – The Lord is at Hand (Philippians 4:5b)
The Lord is at hand! This small statement made by Paul is loaded with depth and life-changing truth. In this expositional sermon of Philippians 4:5, Nathan Johnson looks at two profound ways we must understand this passage and the significance it holds for how we live today.
2020-09-1748 minDaily Thunder Podcast449: A List of Remembrance (Ephesians 2:12) // Ephesians Bible Study 51 (Nathan Johnson)
449: A List of Remembrance (Ephesians 2:12) // Ephesians Bible Study 51 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 51 – A List of Remembrance (Ephesians 2:12)
Throughout Scripture we are reminded that remembrance is important. In Ephesians 2:11-12, Paul gives a list of “remembrance” to the gentiles in Ephesus – reminding them that they had no access to God or the commonwealth of God’s family before Christ. In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson talks about the significance of being brought into the family of God and why we should remember what God has done in our past and desires to...
2020-09-1544 minDaily Thunder Podcast446: The Importance of the One (Nathan Johnson)446: The Importance of the One (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan Johnson
Study: The Importance of the One
In this special Daily Thunder during our Fall Weeklong Discipleship Training, Nathan Johnson talks about the necessity of understanding context in Scripture and uses the story of Jesus casting out the demons in one man from the book of Mark as an illustration how Jesus cares for one and how that one person can change the world.
2020-09-1042 minDaily Thunder Podcast438: Cut Off by the Cut-Off Ones (Ephesians 2:11) // Ephesians Bible Study 50 (Nathan Johnson)438: Cut Off by the Cut-Off Ones (Ephesians 2:11) // Ephesians Bible Study 50 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 50 – Cut Off by the Cut-Off Ones (Ephesians 2:11)
What is the place of the Gentiles in the family of God? Paul addresses this question by talking about how the Gentiles were cut off from God by the Israelites – but declares that in Jesus we are brought in and now have access. In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson examines Ephesians 2:11 and talks about being cut off by the “cut-off ones."
2020-09-0141 minDaily Thunder Podcast430: An Aggressive Gentleness (Philippians 4:5) // The Christian Mindset 4 (Nathan Johnson)
430: An Aggressive Gentleness (Philippians 4:5) // The Christian Mindset 4 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 4 – An Aggressive Gentleness (Philippians 4:5)
When you hear the word “gentleness” you think of kindness, someone being nice, perhaps a bit quiet. But biblically, there are two words for gentleness in Scripture and the word Paul uses in Philippians 4:5 is not at all what you may think of when you hear the term. In this study of the Christian mindset, Nathan Johnson explores Philippians 4:5 and talks about what true gentleness is and how to demonstrate it to the world a...
2020-08-2056 minDaily Thunder Podcast428: The Lingering Question (Ephesians 2:11-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 49 (Nathan Johnson)428: The Lingering Question (Ephesians 2:11-22) // Ephesians Bible Study 49 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 49 – The Lingering Question (Ephesians 2:11-22)
Throughout Scripture we hear of God choosing one man (Abraham) whose family becomes a nation (Israel) – yet in the New Testament there is a lingering question: as Gentiles are becoming Christians, where are their place in the “family of God”? In Ephesians 2:11-22, Paul not only answers this lingering question but also showcases the power of God within the Church, the Body of Christ. In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson gives an overv...
2020-08-1852 minDaily Thunder Podcast425: Always Rejoicing in the Lord (Philippians 4:4) // The Christian Mindset 03 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 03 – Always Rejoicing in the Lord (Philippians 4:4)
As we continue our series examining the "Christian mindset" we examine Paul's audacious statement to "rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice!" What does it mean to have joy in every circumstance and situation and how can we practically live this way? In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson explores joy and how we as Christians can live every moment rejoicing despite our circumstances or situations.
2020-08-1458 minDaily Thunder Podcast420: Always in All Ways a Christian // The Christian Mindset 02 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 02 – Always in All Ways a Christian
As we continue our series examining the "Christian mindset" we discuss the importance of being an "Always Christian" – that we are always in all our ways a Christian. Christianity isn't a social club that we check in to once a week, nor is it something we live when it's convenient. As Christians, we are not to have duplicity or hypocrisy in our lives – we are to be Christians at all times in all places all of our lives. In this message, Nathan...
2020-08-0751 minDaily Thunder Podcast418: God's Poetry to the World (Ephesians 2:10) // Ephesians Bible Study 47 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 47 – God's Poetry to the World (Ephesians 2:10)
In Ephesians 2:10, Paul declares that we are God's "workmanship" – a Greek word where we get our English term "poem." In short, Paul is declaring that we are God's poetry in and to this world. In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson talks about the grace and salvation of God in light of God's working to bring about a masterpiece and poetry that showcases Himself to the world.
2020-08-0546 minDaily Thunder Podcast416: The Philippians and the Phroneō // The Christian Mindset 01 (Nathan Johnson)416: The Philippians and the Phroneō // The Christian Mindset 01 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 01 – The Philippians and the Phroneō
In a world where darkness is increasing, lawlessness is normal, and fear is abundant, how is a Christian supposed to think and what are they to focus upon? In this new series, Nathan Johnson examines the Christian mindset as found in Philippians 4. In this introductory episode, Nathan gives an overview of the book of Philippians and talks about the importance of having the mind (Greek: phroneō) of Christ.
2020-07-3038 minDaily Thunder Podcast414: Salvation By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9) // Ephesians Bible Study 46 (Nathan Johnson)
414: Salvation By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9) // Ephesians Bible Study 46 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 46 – Salvation By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9)
It is such a simple truth, yet holds a profound mystery – we are saved by grace through faith. This declaration by Paul in Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us that while we experience the benefit and blessing of salvation, it is not a work or activity we accomplished but something God entirely did for us. In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson explains that this salvation by grace through faith is not...
2020-07-2852 minDaily Thunder Podcast411: The Burden of Repentance (Nathan Johnson)411: The Burden of Repentance (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonStudy: The Burden of Repentance
Over the past few months, God has burned Nathan with the need of revival – not just in the world or the Church, but also his life. In this episode, he talks about the three aspects found in every revival and the need for each of us to come afresh to a place of repentance before the Cross of Christ.
2020-07-2340 minDaily Thunder Podcast409: The Superlative Demonstration (Ephesians 2:7) // Ephesians Bible Study 45 (Nathan Johnson)
409: The Superlative Demonstration (Ephesians 2:7) // Ephesians Bible Study 45 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 45 – The Superlative Demonstration (Ephesians 2:7)
When God redeemed humanity, it wasn’t merely for us, it was also for Himself. In this expositional study of Ephesians 2:7, Nathan Johnson looks at the superlative demonstration of God’s grace … now and for all eternity. God is revealing the immeasurable abundance of His grace in our lives – a picture and declaration of His love, mercy, kindness, and grace.
2020-07-2141 minDaily Thunder Podcast406: The Marriage of the Bride // Jesus in the Old Testament 10 (Nathan Johnson)
405: The Marriage of the Bride // Jesus in the Old Testament 10 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 10 – The Marriage of the Bride
Jesus is engaged! And we, the Church, are His bride. In this final message in the Jesus in the Old Testament series, we examine the motif of marriage and brides throughout the Old Testament and show how they point to the greatest marriage of all time – between Christ and the Church. This is a powerful reminder of why we should be pure and spotless before Him in love...
2020-07-1645 minDaily Thunder Podcast405: Life With Christ (Ephesians 2:5-6) // Ephesians Bible Study 44 (Nathan Johnson) 405: Life With Christ (Ephesians 2:5-6) // Ephesians Bible Study 44 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 44 – Life With Christ (Ephesians 2:5-6)
There is a big difference between living your life FOR God and living your life WITH Him. In Ephesians 2:5-6, Paul is adamant that what is going on in your life is “with” Christ – you have been made alive with Him, raised with Him, and seated with Him. In this expositional study of Ephesians, Nathan talks about the importance of a life lived with Christ.
2020-07-1537 minDaily Thunder Podcast404: The Rock That Is Higher Than I // Jesus in the Old Testament 9 (Nathan Johnson)
404: The Rock That Is Higher Than I // Jesus in the Old Testament 9 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 9 – The Rock That Is Higher Than I
God is our rock. He is our fortress, our strong tower, our deliverer, our horn of salvation. He is our cornerstone upon which our lives and the Church is built. In this message, we examine the concept of God being a rock and how that is portrayed in the life of Jesus, the master architect and stone mason of the world.
To study out...
2020-07-1430 minDaily Thunder Podcast401: The Scarlet Cord and the Battle of Dependence // Jesus in the Old Testament 8 (Nathan Johnson)401: The Scarlet Cord and the Battle of Dependence // Jesus in the Old Testament 8 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 8 – The Scarlet Cord and the Battle of Dependence
Today’s Daily Thunder dives into one of Nathan’s favorite pictures of Jesus in the Old Testament – the story of Rahab (a gentile prostitute), her salvation by a scarlet cord, and the battle of Jericho. Learn some fascinating background on this famous battle but more importantly, learn how Rahab, the scarlet cloth, and the battle are a picture of the Gospel of...
2020-07-0937 minDaily Thunder Podcast399: The Importance of Egypt, Wilderness, and the Promised Land // Jesus in the Old Testament 7 (Nathan Johnson)
399: The Importance of Egypt, Wilderness, and the Promised Land // Jesus in the Old Testament 7 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 7 – The Importance of Egypt, Wilderness, and the Promise Land
We all know well the story of the Israelites leaving Egypt at Passover because of the blood of the lamb on the doorposts, entering and wandering the Wilderness, finally entering into the Promised Land forty years later. But few of us recognize that this too is our story – it is a picture (a shadow) of the Gospel and the reali...
2020-07-0731 minDaily Thunder Podcast396: Seeing Yourself and the Gospel in Genesis 1-2 // Jesus in the Old Testament 6 (Nathan Johnson)
396: Seeing Yourself and the Gospel in Genesis 1-2 // Jesus in the Old Testament 6 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 6 – Seeing Yourself and the Gospel in Genesis 1-2
We are all familiar with the creation story … God creates everything in six days and rests on the seventh. But this is more than a historical record of our beginnings, this is also a picture of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Not only does God speak light into our spiritual darkness, He also brings about a daily work of sancti...
2020-07-0234 minDaily Thunder Podcast394: In the Beginning // Jesus in the Old Testament 5 (Nathan Johnson)
394: In the Beginning // Jesus in the Old Testament 5 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 5 – In the Beginning
“In the beginning” … those few words that begin our Bible are well known to all of us, but we often miss how this points to Jesus Christ. In this episode as we look at Jesus in the Old Testament, Nathan Johnson gives a quick view of Jesus did before Creation and then talks about how we can see the life and work of Jesus in this “beginning” statement.
2020-06-3030 minDaily Thunder Podcast391: The Battle of Five Kings // Jesus in the Old Testament 4 (Nathan Johnson)
391: The Battle of Five Kings // Jesus in the Old Testament 4 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 4 – The Battle of Five KingsScripture makes it clear that all things are beneath the feet of Jesus. In the Old Testament, this is portrayed in an incredible way through Joshua's battle with the "five kings." In this episode, Nathan examines Joshua 10 and ties it into the New Testament concept that all things (including His enemies) have been placed beneath the feet of King Jesus.
2020-06-2534 minDaily Thunder Podcast388: Healing the Bitter Waters of Your Life // Jesus in the Old Testament 3 (Nathan Johnson)
388: Healing the Bitter Waters of Your Life // Jesus in the Old Testament 3 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old TestamentStudy: 3 – Healing the Bitter Waters of Your Life
God loves to heal – not just physically but also emotionally, mentally, and foremost spiritually. As we continue our study of seeing Jesus in the Old Testament, we look at an incredible story in Exodus 15 where God heals the bitter waters, making them sweet. It this episode, Nathan looks at this passage where God reveals His Name as "Jehovah Rapha” (The God Who Heals), and explains t...
2020-06-2336 minDaily Thunder Podcast385: Crossing the Jordan River (From Death Unto Life) // Jesus in the Old Testament 2 (Nathan Johnson)385: Crossing the Jordan River (From Death Unto Life) // Jesus in the Old Testament 2 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan Johnson
Series: Jesus in the Old Testament
Study: 2: Crossing the Jordan River (From Death Unto Life)
As the Israelites crossed the Jordan River (Joshua 3-4) – a declaration of moving from the Wilderness wanderings into the land of promise, an astonishing miracle takes place: the water stops flowing from a place called “Adam” to the Dead Sea. In this episode, we examine this profound picture of the Gospel and what it means for God to transf...
2020-06-1844 minDaily Thunder Podcast383: Seeing Christ in All of Scripture // Jesus in the Old Testament 1 (Nathan Johnson)383: Seeing Christ in All of Scripture // Jesus in the Old Testament 1 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Jesus in the Old Testament 1Study: 1 – Seeing Christ in All of ScriptureAll of Scripture has one primary focus: Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Whether you study the Old or New Testament, the focus is Christ. One of the greatest revelations in Bible study is to realize that it all pertains to Jesus—and over the next five weeks, we are going to focus on seeing Jesus in the Old Testament … the "thread of redemp...
2020-06-1634 minDaily Thunder Podcast380: The Extravagance of God’s Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:5) // Ephesians Bible Study 43 (Nathan Johnson)380: The Extravagance of God’s Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:5) // Ephesians Bible Study 43 (Nathan Johnson)The audio and intro is in dropbox (DT200528N + DT200528N-intro) for Thursday May 28
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 43 – The Extravagance of God’s Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:5)
God’s grace truly is amazing! Yet most of us don’t understand the depth, profundity, and expanse of God’s grace. In this message, Nathan Johnson looks at the distortion of grace today and the enabling power available to us to live the Christian life by God’s grace. For by God’s grace...
2020-06-1225 minDaily Thunder Podcast378: Experiencing the Greatness of God’s Love (Ephesians 2:4) // Ephesians Bible Study 42 (Nathan Johnson)
378: The Extravagance of God’s Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:5) // Ephesians Bible Study 43 (Nathan Johnson)The audio and intro is in dropbox (DT200528N + DT200528N-intro) for Thursday May 28
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 43 – The Extravagance of God’s Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:5)
God’s grace truly is amazing! Yet most of us don’t understand the depth, profundity, and expanse of God’s grace. In this message, Nathan Johnson looks at the distortion of grace today and the enabling power available to us to live the Christian life by God’s grace. For by God’s grace y...
2020-06-1044 minDaily Thunder Podcast375: Rich in Mercy (Ephesians 2:4) // Ephesians Bible Study 41 (Nathan Johnson)375: Rich in Mercy (Ephesians 2:4) // Ephesians Bible Study 41 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 41 – Rich in Mercy (Ephesians 2:4)
God is abundant and rich in mercy! This declaration from Paul echos throughout the Old Testament and comes to fulfillment at the Cross of Christ. In this episode, Nathan Johnson takes Paul’s statement and traces it throughout the Old Testament showing that God Himself declares that He is abundant in mercy (Hesed) … and as such, we should recognize that His mercy is even better than life!
2020-06-0444 minDaily Thunder Podcast373: Two of the Most Powerful Words in Scripture (Ephesians 2:4) // Ephesians Bible Study 40 (Nathan Johnson)
373: Two of the Most Powerful Words in Scripture (Ephesians 2:4) // Ephesians Bible Study 40 (Nathan Johnson) Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 40 – Two of the Most Powerful Words in Scripture (Ephesians 2:4)
The entirety of the Gospel, the summary of God’s mercy and love, the expression of forgiveness and redemption is found within the two small words: “But God.” In this message, Nathan Johnson examines Ephesians 2:4 and looks at the powerful truth these two words hold for our lives.
2020-06-0243 minDaily Thunder Podcast368: Living by the Course of the World (Ephesians 2:1-3) // Ephesians Bible Study 39 (Nathan Johnson)
368: Living by the Course of the World (Ephesians 2:1-3) // Ephesians Bible Study 39 (Nathan Johnson) Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 39 – Living by the Course of the World (Ephesians 2:1-3)
Our lives outside of Jesus is dead, dark, and depressing. In Ephesians 2, Paul begins by talking about our lives before Christ – in one word: dead. In this message, Nathan Johnson examines Paul’s description of our spiritual deadness outside of Christ … making us realize how much we need Jesus in our lives.
2020-05-2734 minDaily Thunder Podcast365: I AM the Vine // The I AM Statements of Jesus 11 (Nathan Johnson)
365: I AM the Vine // The I AM Statements of Jesus 11 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The I AM Statements of JesusStudy: 11 - I AM the Vine
In this concluding message of the I AM series, we look at Jesus’ declaration that He is the Vine and we are the branches.
2020-05-2248 minDaily Thunder Podcast363: I See Dead People (Ephesians 2:1-3) // Ephesians Bible Study 38 (Nathan Johnson)363: I See Dead People (Ephesians 2:1-3) // Ephesians Bible Study 38 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 38 – I See Dead People (Ephesians 2:1-3)At the start of Ephesians 2, Paul establishes a contrast from the life we once lived in sin and the flesh and the life we now have in Christ Jesus. In this beginning message to the second chapter of Ephesians, Nathan Johnson looks at the first three verses and discusses the difference between life and death, God’s purpose for our lives, and the great problem He deal...
2020-05-1939 minDaily Thunder Podcast359: I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life // The I AM Statements of Jesus 10 (Nathan Johnson)
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Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The I AM Statements of JesusStudy: 10 - I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life
While we all know the verse “Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me’” (John 14:6), how many of us understand what Jesus means when He calls Himself the Way, Truth, and Life? In this message, Nathan Johnson examines this verse and emphasizes that any time we...
2020-05-1538 minDaily Thunder Podcast357: The Fullness of God’s Purpose (Ephesians 1:23) // Ephesians Bible Study 37 (Nathan Johnson)357: The Fullness of God’s Purpose (Ephesians 1:23) // Ephesians Bible Study 37 (Nathan Johnson) Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 37 – The Fullness of God’s Purpose (Ephesians 1:23)At the end of Ephesians chapter one, Paul declares the purpose of God is that we (the church) might be filled with the fullness of God. What a marvelous reality that we as believers have access to! The God of the universe wants to indwell our lives and showcase Himself in and through us. In this study, Nathan Johnson explores this concluding passage of Ephesians one and exho...
2020-05-1255 minDaily Thunder Podcast353: I AM the Resurrection and the Life // The I AM Statements of Jesus 09 (Nathan Johnson)353: I AM the Resurrection and the Life // The I AM Statements of Jesus 09 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The I AM Statements of JesusStudy: 9 - I AM the Resurrection and the Life
In John 11, within the context of death and despair, Jesus proclaims that He doesn’t merely give resurrection and life, He IS resurrection and life. In this episode, Nathan Johnson looks at several truths of what it means for Jesus to be our resurrection and exhorts us to not merely believe in Jesus but to trust Him with concrete conviction and plac...
2020-05-0742 minDaily Thunder Podcast351: The Church, the Body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23) // Ephesians Bible Study 36 (Nathan Johnson)351: The Church, the Body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23) // Ephesians Bible Study 36 (Nathan Johnson) Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: Ephesians Bible StudyStudy: 36 – The Church, the Body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23)The Church is often called the “Body of Christ” – but what does that actually mean and how are we to function in light of that reality? In Ephesians 1:22-23, Paul declares that Jesus Christ is the head of the Church, which is His body. In this episode, Nathan Johnson examines three key aspects of what it means for Christians to be the body of Christ and...
2020-05-0639 minDaily Thunder Podcast347: Be Still and Know // The Special Quarantine Edition 33 (Nathan Johnson)347: Be Still and Know // The Special Quarantine Edition 33 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 33 – Be Still and KnowAW Tozer said that those who want to know God must give time to Him. Psalm 46 reminds us to be still and know that He is God. In this episode we are reminded that if you want to know God intimately, we need to slow down and actually get to know Him.
2020-04-3010 minDaily Thunder Podcast345: Ephesians One Overview // The Special Quarantine Edition 31 (Nathan Johnson)345: Ephesians One Overview // The Special Quarantine Edition 31 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 31 – Ephesians One OverviewIn order to prepare us to get back into our Ephesians studies (woo hoo), Nathan gives an overview of the entire first chapter we’ve studied thus far. Join us next week as we finish up chapter one of Ephesians in our study of the body of Christ.
2020-04-2817 minDaily Thunder Podcast341: God Will NEVER Leave or Forsake You // The Special Quarantine Edition 27 (Nathan Johnson)341: God Will NEVER Leave or Forsake You // The Special Quarantine Edition 27 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 27 – God Will NEVER Leave or Forsake YouIn this time of Corona craziness, we need a fresh reminder that God has not abandoned or forsaken us. In Hebrews 13, God Himself tells us that He promises to never leave or forsake us, therefore we can stand boldly without fear, for He is with us.
2020-04-2417 minDaily Thunder Podcast339: Have the Mind of Christ // The Special Quarantine Edition 25 (Nathan Johnson)341: God Will NEVER Leave or Forsake You // The Special Quarantine Edition 27 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 27 – God Will NEVER Leave or Forsake YouIn this time of Corona craziness, we need a fresh reminder that God has not abandoned or forsaken us. In Hebrews 13, God Himself tells us that He promises to never leave or forsake us, therefore we can stand boldly without fear, for He is with us.
2020-04-2216 minDaily Thunder Podcast335: Childish or Childlike? // The Special Quarantine Edition 21 (Nathan Johnson)
335: Childish or Childlike? // The Special Quarantine Edition 21 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 21 – Childish or Childlike? When Jesus places a little child in front of the disciples and says, “be like this,” we must recognize that He is not asking the disciples to be childish but to be childlike. As children, there are several key aspects that parallels the life of a Christian. In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about Matthew 18 and discusses why we should become childlike and dependent, trusting, surrendered to, and abiding in Christ.
2020-04-1612 minDaily Thunder Podcast333: Blessed Are Those Who Do This … // The Special Quarantine Edition 19 (Nathan Johnson)333: Blessed Are Those Who Do This … // The Special Quarantine Edition 19 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 19 – Blessed Are Those Who Do This …Psalm 1 reminds us that there are three positions of living that we are NOT to find ourselves in … and one thing we are called to. When we delight in the Word of the Lord we discover that not only are we blessed but can stand strong regardless of what goes on around us. In this episode, Nathan Johnson gives an overview of the Psalm and talks about how we can become
2020-04-1413 minDaily Thunder Podcast329: The Importance of Trust // The Special Quarantine Edition 16 (Nathan Johnson)329: The Importance of Trust // The Special Quarantine Edition 16 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 16 – The Importance of Trust This is the sixteenth installment of the Special Quarantine Edition series. In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about trust, how it is lost, how to rebuild it, and why trusting God is actually easier than we think.
2020-04-0908 minDaily Thunder Podcast327: Defeating the 31 Enemies of Our Soul // The Special Quarantine Edition 14 (Nathan Johnson)327: Defeating the 31 Enemies of Our Soul // The Special Quarantine Edition 14 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 14 – Defeating the 31 Enemies of Our SoulThis is the fourteenth installment of the Special Quarantine Edition series. In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about Old Testament picture of leaving the bondage of sin and entering into the Christian life … and how we are called not to be passive but defeat the 31 hostile empires which are enemies to our soul.
2020-04-0716 minDaily Thunder Podcast323: Are You Satisfied With How Well You Know Jesus? // The Special Quarantine Edition 10 (Nathan Johnson)323: Are You Satisfied With How Well You Know Jesus? // The Special Quarantine Edition 10 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 10 – Are You Satisfied With How Well You Know Jesus? This is the tenth installment of the Special Quarantine Edition series. In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about the delight of knowing Jesus the same way Jesus knew the Father. More than an academic knowledge, we must press in and know Jesus intimately and relationally. If you are interested in joining Nathan for the 30 Day Challenge to Know Jesus More, check out the detai...
2020-04-0210 minDaily Thunder Podcast321: Where Is Your Focus? // The Special Quarantine Edition 08 (Nathan Johnson)
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321: Where Is Your Focus? // The Special Quarantine Edition 08 (Nathan Johnson)
Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Special Quarantine EditionStudy: 08 – Where Is Your Focus?This is the eighth installment of the Special Quarantine Edition series. In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about the importance of focus, not just in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic, but every day of your life. The ultimate question for each of our lives is, where is our focus?
2020-04-0109 min