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Leading Simple with Rusty GeorgeEpisode 287: Dr. James White makes digital and physical church simpleFor this episode of Simple Faith, pull up a chair with Dr. James Emery White. He's the visionary behind the successful church plant, Mecklenburg Community Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. His tale of starting a church without any people, money, or a building is inspiring. We get the chance to talk about two of his passions - theology and culture. Hear him break down how this blend helped shape the trajectory of his church and filled the gap between academia and church planning.That passion gives us a glimpse into his innovative approach to church leadership. And...
2023-12-0650 min
The RideThe Ride - 258 - Making the point to make a pointRusty looks at a few instances when simple actions made with intent created much more than the sum of the parts. Being reminded of the deliberate action of Christ to bring about abundant life should be a catalyst to actively follow Him and live out a life that though requiring faith to see, still brings about God's perfected plan at all points along the path.
2019-11-2017 min
Leading Simple with Rusty GeorgeEpisode 060: Making Discipleship Simple with James Bryan SmithOn this episode of the Rusty George Podcast, Rusty sits down with Jim Smith to discuss making discipleship a lot more simple. James Bryan Smith is the author of The Good and Beautiful God and the Apprentice series. He earned his MDiv at Yale and his DMin at Fuller and is a theology professor at Friends University in Wichita, Kansas. He also serves as the director of the Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation at Friends University.
2019-09-0447 min
The RideThe Ride - 257 - SpankedSometimes we need a burst of God-inspired reality in the midst of our self-pity. Rusty is in smackdown mode, dishing out the encouragement with the reminder that we already have the victorious life regardless of what the surrounding voices might tell us. So... get ready to receive what you need today and by the end of it, I'm pretty sure you'll say... Thank you sir, may I have another!
2019-08-1714 min
The RideThe Ride - 256 - Removing the Brace - Part 2Rusty shares a few thoughts about our ministry to the family and how we should remember that our family members will each have different needs. God knows this and provides us the appropriate help to us so that we can provide the appropriate help to them. Continuing on yesterday's theme of removing the brace, we should also be reminded that maturity requires walking through things when we may not feel ready, but the braces needs to come off so that God's strength can be released in our walk and ensure scar tissue does not hinder us down the road.
2019-08-1522 min
The RideThe Ride - 255 - Removing the BraceRusty fills you in on what has gone on in the last 12 weeks since the podcast went dark. Focusing on what he has considered is a true accomplishment, Rusty relives a bit of a personal struggle that has little to do with a leg injury and more to do with properly preparing for the adulthood of children. Come get encouraged if you face the coming prospect of "removing the brace."
2019-08-1129 min
The RideThe Ride - 254 - The Fire ZoneRusty looks at how our mind and emotions can get overwhelmed due to past hurts and failures. As we look at what Christ did on the cross, we choose to alter our gaze and focus on this completed work and the new life His Holy Fire brings forth when given permission to destroy the power of the dead things - in the Fire Zone.
2019-06-1022 min
The RideThe Ride - 253 - The Crushing and the Relief ValveRusty recalls a very special message from T.D. Jakes about the crushing issues of life and how to understand why they happen and how to approach these events that seem to defy God's victorious plan for our life. Could it be that in these times of testing our dependence upon God grows stronger - helping us fulfill His ultimate calling for our life?
Link to T.D. Jakes conversation with Steven Furtick at Elevation Church: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzP23Zti-YI
2019-06-0920 min
The RideThe Ride - 252 - Death Trap and the EscapeRusty puts a cinematic hat on today to describe an odd dream about death and dangerous living that may or may not have to do with anything - you be the judge. What he does know is that although our enemy is just a 'little yang', we must choose our life result or the default condition of our existence will lead us straight into the Death Trap.
2019-06-0815 min
The RideThe Ride - 251 - Relationships and the FlowerRusty focuses on the importance, and really, the end-goal of relationships and how they meet a desperate need we all have by providing nutrients to our life. By hearing and acting on God's Word, we can focus our energies on the most appropriate sources of this 'life nutrition' and actively root out that which hinders our intended harvest.
2019-06-0820 min
The RideThe Ride - 250 - The KeepRusty receives the prayer that Paul prayed over the Ephesians and gets reminded that the fullness of God can be active in the life of every believer. Let us break free from the simple and comfortable mindset that restricts us to the confines of... the keep.
2019-04-1418 min
The RideThe Ride - 249 - The Taming and the TongueRusty spends some much needed time discussing the tongue and how it plays a major part in the life of a believer. James tells us that blessing and cursing should not come from the same place - "it should not be so". We must keep control over what we say - especially when the words from our own mouth may not, at times, fully agree with the truth of the Word.
2019-04-0820 min
The RideThe Ride - 248 - The Polished BadgeRusty contrasts some of the motivations we have against the vision that God would have for us. Knowing that God's plans are wholly good for us, why would we ever want to seek destinations that don't align with the Master's? Are we shining up a badge that means less than nothing when the important things are counted?
2019-03-2819 min
The RideThe Ride - 247 - Misplaced KeysRusty remembers that our earthly life has a way to confuse and get us to unfocus from the one thing that can bring us ultimate joy and freedom. Our ride through life has but one key - perhaps down deep we already know what that is - or rather, Who. Let's not be confused but clear -- Jesus is the key and he offers a the only freedom that we will ever need.
2018-12-1623 min
The RideThe Ride - 246 - The Currency of HeavenRusty James thinks about how we sometimes cannot understand the plan God has for us, let alone the entire world. Looking at how our mortality causes us to be limited in our thinking, Rusty reminds us that it's ok to not understand it all but that is no excuse for not operating according to the pattern that Christ has given us. We have our walking papers... let's walk on with a purpose larger than we can accomplish on our own.
2018-12-0830 min
The RideThe Ride - 245 - Sacrificial Love & the 25-Year ChunkRusty considers the remainder of his years on earth. Reminded that his father had 25 years on him, Rusty encourages all to live for the right reasons and purpose a life that is sacrificial in the way we share love with others. It has less to do with how we are remembered and more to do with what impact are we making in the lives of others... now.
2018-12-0519 min
The RideThe Ride - 244 - Eternal Actions - Rusty's Tribute to His FatherRusty goes into personal territory today and pays tribute to his father who recently went to his heavenly home. Filled with laughter, some tears, and a good dose of actionable intel, Rusty recounts some memorable actions that helped shape the life of his dad and how these multiplied into the eternal lives of those he touched.
One correction: Dad accepted Christ on Mother's Day - not Easter Sunday.
2018-11-1427 min
The RideThe Ride - 243 - The Thought ExperimentRusty thinks about what would be possible if all people chose to live in such a way to align with God's will. Our world would be a much different place. Until this utopia occurs, Rusty is concentrating on how much he is depending on God to tackle the hurdles of life. Trying to do it on our own is simply inadequate. Remember the true blessing of God does not resemble a simple gift given as much as it is the perspective change that only hanging out with the Giver can provide.
2018-11-1021 min
The RideThe Ride - 242 - Avoiding the Old Man Mind DiseaseRusty addresses the elephant in his ride - the lack of attentiveness to his wife. In a truly repentant 'cast, Rusty let's God remind us all about the importance of preferring our spouse and renewing our thought life from the disease of the improperly fed mind.
2018-11-0529 min
The RideThe Ride - 241 - You Are Not AloneRusty thinks about doing an Ironman 70.3, or, more appropriately, thinks about others doing one. Even those of us who couldn't imagine entering a race like this know many of the challenges, but I'm guessing you haven't thought about the issue that Rusty dwells on today. It is an unlikely topic for an event involving thousands. Tune in to consider this important spiritual truth.
2018-10-1922 min
The RideThe Ride - 240 - Preparation and the Bliss of IgnoranceRusty explores the need for preparation in the culture of today - not so much toward natural things but focused on our spiritual preparedness. Contrasting the blissful ignorance on display everywhere you look to the deliberate preparation of the Gospel within our four walls, Rusty admonishes us to seek first the true power found only in the knowledge of Christ.
2018-10-0430 min
The RideThe Ride - 239 - Can I Get a Witness?Rusty James gives an account of a personal story where God took a difficult situation and not only met a need but used the experience as a witness of His goodness. Let's not just pray for answers, but for opportunities where only God can provide the answer. It is in this where our salvation displays the best witness to others.
2018-10-0127 min
The RideThe Ride - 238 - The Seinfeld PrincipleRusty James wants us all to know that we are qualified to live as Christ and speak as one called according to His purpose. Using an example from the unlikeliest of sources, Rusty challenges the self-defeating thought process that sidelines us much too often.
2018-09-0419 min
The RideThe Ride - 237 - Stagnicity and the FreedomRusty gets real about how our thinking can take us, or rather keep us, in the place where we are bound to wrong ways of thinking - where we are unable to even perceive the freedom available to us. Be encouraged today as you realize there can be true escape from gutter mentality as we let go of old patterns and grab onto the victorious life that only God can provide.
2018-09-0323 min
The RideThe Ride - 236 - Compromise and the SalveRusty recounts a dream where God provided a picture of a life that has reached a precarious spot. This is the location where a failure to make a decision can usher in problems just as troubling as actually making bad decisions. Tune in to see how a simple change can avoid the pitfalls of compromise.
2018-08-2326 min
The RideThe Ride - 235 - Stress Management and the SongRusty recommends that although we cannot eliminate all stressors in life, knowing Who we can lean on is enough to get us by. In fact, more than just getting by, we are to remember that we are more than conquerors when we recognize that God has written a song of victory over us in spite of the difficulties of life.
2018-07-2324 min
The RideThe Ride - 234 - The Spiritual Spring ThawRusty knows that sometimes we just need to get a little scientific to better understand the things of God... sometimes. Like how we are to see the true unbounded power, warmth and provision that the Lord provides. Much like the rays of the sun, let's not underestimate the thawing impact God can have on the lives of anyone willing leave the counterfeit comforts of the dark side.
2018-05-0819 min
The RideThe Ride - 233 - The Repentant and the PowerWhat does repentance mean to you? Rusty looks at what the Word says about true repentance and how we might have misunderstood it to mean other things. When operating in authentic repentance, there is absolutely nothing that can stop you because your biggest hindrance is removed... You.
2018-04-2219 min
The RideThe Ride - 232 - Speeding on Black IceRusty James recommends we follow the Word of God and lean not on our own understanding - especially when the control we wish to exert on our life or the lives of others is tragically inadequate or just plain inappropriate to that which the Lord provides. Like speeding on black ice, our human efforts of control are futile and we must look for help beyond our intellect. Fear not - We don't always need to the "how"... when we know the "Who".
2018-04-2223 min
The RideThe Ride - 231 - Misrepresentation and the Tax ManJust a quick note from Rusty on the importance of using the full information in defining what our situation is. Half-truths don't provide the whole story and if we base our lives on them, is it at all surprising that we don't walk in the victory that God says is readily available to us?
2018-04-1913 min
The RideThe Ride - 230 - First Love Fire ProtectionRusty thinks about how profound a decision for Christ really is and how we should never lose sight of the powerful love of God that makes this life change even possible. This is this same love that should never cease impelling us to act as Christ's saving hands to those all around us unknowingly trapped in a burning inferno. How will they ever know?
2018-04-1616 min
The RideThe Ride - 229 - The CornerRusty decides to be bolder than normal and challenge those who haven't considered the depth of sacrifice it takes to "carry one's cross". If you find yourself in a spiritual tight spot, it might not be whether you have what it takes to escape but rather what you're willing to lay down.
2018-04-1624 min
The RideThe Ride - 228 - The Victor's SandwichesRusty James decides to just roll with it and let the Lord lead the discussion which touches on why The Ride Podcast came to be and why Rusty encourages believers to be less concerned with outward appearances and more focused on our relationship with Christ.
2018-04-1521 min
The RideThe Ride - 227 - Frekken LivesRusty James wakes from a strange dream. One filled with spiritual meaning and practical encouragement. Tune in to see what this obscure word is and what lives are meant to be frekkenized.
2018-04-1119 min
The RideThe Ride - 226 - Root Canals and JerksRusty thinks about a situation in his day-to-day where fixing a problem required addressing the root issue and eliminating it. Much like our walk with Christ, we must be trust God that he can strengthen us enough so we can face and defeat our core issues. Much like root canals, we may encounter pain, but there is true joy in the morning.
2018-04-0824 min
The RideThe Ride - 225 - Calibration and Spinning PlatesRusty James reminds us all of the importance of the rest found only in our Lord. When it comes to the things we do, the plates we spin and the calling we live out, the breath of God is the difference between victory and burn-out. Remember... breathe... just breathe.
2018-04-0818 min
The RideThe Ride - 224 - Maturity and the Safety NetRusty James has been reading again. This time about teenage brains, neurons and maturity. Join in with The Ride to day for a heady conversation about the value of maturity in your life.
2018-04-0130 min
The RideThe Ride - 223 - Sacrifice, Obedience and the BusybodyRusty remembers when actually writing down a task list really forced a behavior shift. Not only did it inspire action, but most importantly, it reminded of the actions that are the most appropriate for the moment - right there in black and white. Of the things you know you should be doing, are you doing the right things? Or just things? Let's not go through the motions as a busybody but instead let's be focused on what brings us life!
2018-04-0116 min
The RideThe Ride - 222 - The Detestable SevenRusty James looks at the 6 things the Father hates - plus one more to complete a perfect list of badness. Find out why these should be avoided and how having the life-seeking mind of Christ makes victory possible.
2018-03-2925 min
The RideThe Ride - 221 - Timeless WisdomRusty thinks about what voices we are listening to and recommends we focus on the timeless wisdom of God rather than the prevailing winds of doctrine that are always changing.
2018-03-1214 min
The RideThe Ride - 220 - Cobwebs, Dust and DebrisRusty James believes it is a good time for a little old-fashioned spiritual spring cleaning. Considering all the things that can temper, sap and even steal away our deliberate focus on the things God has called us to, Rusty looks at three areas we should clear away to ensure victory.
2018-03-0528 min
The RideThe Ride - 219 - The RememboryRusty recounts a special memory of his that is triggered whenever a new level of hope is experienced. The impact of this is a strong reminder that God is always with us and His Word can activate new expectations of hope - each and every day.
2018-03-0516 min
The RideThe Ride - 218 - The PacketRusty gets inspired by an old The Ride Podcast, so much that he is impelled to record an impromptu podcast. Letting his guard down to reveal a dream of tragedy and hope, Rusty figures God will direct the discussion and get all the glory. This one is guaranteed to change a life... promise.
2018-01-3125 min
The RideThe Ride - 217 - The Plow, the Path, and the Backfilling of LightRusty James reminds us that letting God's light into a situation is more than merely wishing it to be so. For the light to shine guidance and protection upon our path and expose issues we must address, Christ must be given full reign and this requires action on our part. Activating obedience to the Word of God allows His Light to shine from us so that He can backfill us with more.
2018-01-0721 min
The RideThe Ride - 216 - The Transcript - Part 2Rusty continues a discussion on what he has experienced as an undeniable truth about being transparent with your kids - especially those dealing with teen conflict. This 2-part series can help parents of all ages of children to establish a safe place within the family where justice reigns not by forcing compliance but rather as by-product of truth and honesty - just as Christ has done.
2017-12-2317 min
The RideThe Ride - 215 - The Transcript - Part 1Rusty James gets real with the unique struggles many parents face while raising strong-willed teenagers. In transparent fashion, Rusty gives his thoughts on a few key points to consider to ensure we keep boundaries established while not destroying the precious spirit of those entrusted to us by Almighty God.
2017-12-2335 min
The RideThe Ride - 214 - Thanksgiving and the Three PilesRusty James goes a little deep when thinking about being thankful and considers a few things that could derail a thankful heart. Living in gratefulness can be the normal when competing issues are put in their proper pile and dealt with. #Lifechangingpodcast
2017-11-2523 min
The RideThe Ride - 213 - The Faulty GPSRusty James considers the paths we travel and wonder if there are times when our own GPS can get us off track. Looking at his commute and the life of Paul, Rusty reminds that though there are ways that seem right to a man, God has provided a much better blueprint for success.
2017-11-2523 min
The RideThe Ride - 212 - The Marketplace of IdeasRusty James talks about the Idea Marketplace and encourages us to be a producer and not a consumer only. Knowing that God has empowered us to be an ambassadors of the good, it is proper to ask yourself - How will I change the world today?
2017-11-2419 min
The RideThe Ride - 211 - The Needful ThingRusty James considers the old adage of 'burning the candle at both ends' and as always, has a few things to say about it. Considering that many have difficulty finding enough time, energy, wisdom or whatever to make it day to day, Rusty recommends that we approach how this apparent lack can be addressed by seeking the Needful Thing.
2017-11-2316 min
The RideThe Ride - 210 - The Dichotomy - Raising Teenage BoysRusty James looks at the general challenges as well as some specific complexities of raising our next generation of men. Reaching into some personally unique perspectives as one who was once a teenager trying to 'figure things out', Rusty gives a smattering of advice with the best bit at the end... no challenge is too big when we lean on God.
2017-11-0519 min
The RideThe Ride - 209 - The Sleeper CellRusty James wants us to actively live the Word of God by not only hearing it, but doing it by word and action. Just like we operate with heightened senses when we find ourselves in new territory, we should strive to live each moment to the fullest rather than just getting by... with little impact... in our sleeper cell.
2017-11-0516 min
The RideThe Ride - 208 - Ceremonial Washing and the MatRusty looks a the Wedding at Cana and another well regarded miracle and asks the Lord to provide some on-the-spot understanding during The Ride. Looking at how Jesus stands in the way of dead traditions (or at least non-living ones), we can get a picture of how real meaningful change can happen in the journey of one who looks to the Author of life rather than all the plentiful counterfeits.
2017-11-0415 min
The RideThe Ride - 207 - To the Future... With HopeRusty James looks at one of the most quoted scriptures of all time and looks at the context that required it's delivery from Jeremiah. Let's be clearly looking to Christ and be forward minded, resisting the strong urge to become hoarders of past hurts and other such pitfalls. Confront issues - Yes. Give them over to God - Yes. But wallowing in the nostalgia of our pain is not gonna do you a lick of good in the long run.
2017-10-2522 min
The RideThe Ride - 206 - Compound Interest and the AppRusty James equates his work on a business app to how we should approach the immeasurable wealth found in the Word of God.
2017-10-1620 min
The RideThe Ride - 205 - Engaging the Master ResetRusty looks at how our God has provided safety mechanisms to protect our 'systems' in conditions that we cannot handle alone. This podcast encourages us to remember times when we have made bad decisions, not as a indictment, but as new wisdom for future decisions. Let this changing of our mindsets engage the Master Reset - finally giving Christ the Lordship in all the areas of our life.
2017-10-1622 min
The RideThe Ride - 204 - Do the DoRusty challenges himself to actively pursue the wisdom of God by actually making real time to dive into the Word. We set time aside for other pursuits that leave us empty in the long run. Let us deliberately begin some discovery into the very thing that can bring us life. Also, you don't want to miss the conclusion where the spirit of God gently guides us through a powerful, real world example of 'Doing the Word'.
2017-10-1119 min
The RideThe Ride - 203 - Headlights and the BoltRusty remembers his teenage years and wants parents to know everywhere that even though you may not see the results of your parenting right away, know that God's Words sown into the life of your kids, does not return void. Some keys to ensure this happens is to 1) Do the Word and not just preach it, 2) Plant seeds of God's wisdom as preparation for the crazy road of life ahead and 3) Don't enable your young adults so that they have everything they need. The irony of ironies is that they actually must cultivate their own need... to need... God... more...
2017-10-1023 min
The RideThe Ride - 202 - Big G and the ConspiracyRusty looks at a deep darkness and wonders why is it that evil can happen in the world. Instead of focusing on the symptoms though, Rusty looks at the underlying cause and the solution and how trusting in God is really the only sane option in a world prone to insanity.
2017-10-0826 min
The RideThe Ride - 201 - The Sleeper, the Wakeup Call, and the Hour at HandRusty talks a bit about actively sharing the Light of Christ and then seeks the Lord for more to discuss. He is not disappointed as Heaven downloads the mother lode. Tune in to see what happens next.
2017-10-0625 min
The RideThe Ride - 200 - Making Crooked Ways StraightRusty is encouraged as he encourages us today. Remembering the authority God has given believers, he prays for his son's upcoming scoliosis surgery and looks at how David, a man for God's own heart, was wise enough to ask for help to learn his Father's will.
2017-09-2523 min
The RideThe Ride - 199 - How to Handle InjusticeRusty looks at how Daniel handled a seemingly impossible and unjust situation... in a way that was not only successful, but was guaranteed to bring glory to both him and God. Let's look at how we should address injustice in the world. Not by fighting for it from our limited vantage point, but by seeking the true will of God and then acting upon that.
2017-09-2517 min
The RideThe Ride - 198 - Hazard Lights OnRusty seeks God for direction today and gets a fresh word (and a real life example) about avoiding the dangers on the road ahead. Tune in to see if the path you're on is right and... whether the direction is too.
2017-08-3124 min
The RideThe Ride - 197 - The Eclipse and the SonRusty looks at today's eclipse - with the proper eye-wear. Though it's likely that it doesn't have the ultimate spiritual importance that some give it, it does offer a fresh insight to how we should approach sharing the "light" of Christ and how we must be aware of the resulting darkness when we allow that light to be quenched.
2017-08-2732 min
The RideThe Ride - 196 - Late to the PartyRusty discusses his being late for work as a metaphor for issues in life where we feel we have "missed it". Are there events, or their lack of, that cause you to believe you are late for the party? Fear not, God is a redeemer of hearts, minds... and time. Trust in Him to see that your future is way better off when submitted into His hands.
2017-08-1924 min
The RideThe Ride - 195 - Quacking Ducks and The Sixth SenseRusty looks at how our natural senses can lie to us, how we have the choice to not pigeon-hole people and practical ways to live in the light - as Christ does.
2017-07-2627 min
The RideThe Ride - 194 - The Certainty PrincipleRusty looks at how our world has so many uncertainties - even though we all seem to be looking for a sure thing. Perhaps it is time to double down on faith in God. It is the one thing that cannot be taken from you and is also the one way to stay consistent in a fickle world.
2017-07-2122 min
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The RideThe Ride - 193 - The View from the PlaneRusty decides to place little value to what others (and he himself) have spoken over him, choosing rather to align with what God has spoken. It is always better to see things from a perspective higher than our own.
2017-07-1424 min
The RideThe Ride - 186 - Work Avoidance and the Feast of DessertsRusty looks at how we should look at challenges in life and if we are to seek to avoid them or not. It is Rusty's contention that side-stepping the less appealing courses of the feast of life actually can backfire if Christ isn't in the mix. Let's not simply go for the dessert when the main course is really what builds us up.
2017-03-0119 min
The RideThe Ride - 185 - Life or Death - The ChoiceRusty ponders the question of whether to seek after life or death. Assuming the listener is going with the former, Rusty has some thoughts to get you established on the path towards real life. Also, some discussion on the new book project, The Paper Trail.
2017-02-1117 min
The RideThe Ride - 184 - Worship Arts Interview with Hope RowgoRusty interviews Hope Rowgo - a guitarist and student of worship at Worship Arts in Kalamazoo, MI. Intrigued by her spiritual growth and maturity from her time there under the leadership of Peter and Tori Webb, Rusty wants to know more - and I'm thinking you'll be encouraged too!
2017-01-2218 min
The RideThe Ride - 179 - Potential Energy and the Hidden BarnsRusty James gets real and lets you know of one way to ensure that mountains disappear while you walk. It all has to do with your vantage, who you hang with on the way and the fact that you don't stop... walking. You may also experience some hidden provision on the way as you gain new levels and victory potential.
2016-11-0424 min
The RideThe Ride - 178 - The Cookie Jar and Our ResponseAfter a long hiatus, Rusty James remarks on how we should respond when things become complacent or when challenged in our walk to stay pure. Like being caught at the cookie jar, our response to authority can make or break us. At least we know there is grace for us when we fail - right?
2016-11-0218 min
The RideThe Ride - 175 - Loving God... and People TooRusty looks in Romans 8 and gets a sense for what could be a stumbling block to reaching the destiny God has planned for each one of us. It has a lot to do with loving God. But how do we love Him? Rusty has some ideas to try - they may just open our eyes to what the Spirit is desiring for you. And what is that you ask? ...it is the perfect will of God - unhindered in your life.
2016-07-2819 min
The RideThe Ride - 173 - Leg DayRusty wants to pump you up. Encouraged by Psalms 119:40, Rusty is reminded that we must hasten and not delay to obey the word. It is not enough to simply have a grip on what the Word says, we must exercise our alignment with God's commands. Remembering that it is really obedience in the face of resistance that is the key to building up our strength.
2016-07-2522 min
The RideThe Ride - 171 - The Holding Cell and the Mountain RangeRusty is smack dab in the middle of a holding pattern and wants to encourage us all to use times like this to receive strength from our Lord. Whether we are in our holding cell for reasons beyond our control or not, Rusty reminds us that this is a perfect time to hear for the proper direction. We don't want to look back over our life and realize we were traveling on the wrong mountain range. Good thing God can place us where we need to be no matter our location - or age.
2016-07-2119 min
The RideThe Ride - 170 - Who Do You Think You Are?Rusty reminds us that the love of God is stronger than even the fierce love we have for our children. Because of this and His love for all of His children, we need to rest in that knowledge and not discount who we are. Led by the Spirit, Rusty goes off script and takes authority over any footholds the enemy has gained in the lives of our kids - locking in that we are defined not by our shifting opinions but by who God says we are.
2016-07-2017 min
The RideThe Ride - 168 - Teachable MulesRusty looks at a fairly simple scripture in Psalms and digs for the nuggets. Are we stubbornly abiding by our self-righteous moral code or are we willing to adhere to the teaching found in the Word of God? Rusty wants us all to know that the righteous commandments of God are there to bring life - even in the midst of a world of unrighteousness and death. We can have the "want to" to follow His ways if we only... yield.
2016-07-1822 min
The RideThe Ride - 163 - Inefficient Engines and the Killer WaveRusty tells us all how to make sure we are running on all cylinders so we can handle all that life can dish out... as well as a reminder to get consistent good sleep or else you might get wacked out dreams. But hey, sometimes wacked out dreams can convey a real spiritual truth. Listen in to see if it is true that God spoke any wisdom to Rusty about the "Wave of Spiritual Death".
2016-06-3022 min
The RideThe Ride - 158 - Making a Lasting ImpactRusty looks at the Tower of Babel and draws a parallel with how we many times rely on our own strength or intellect to build our monuments. The tower was doomed to fail because it was made with human-fashioned brick and tar for mortar. Rusty recommends that a life walking with - and submitted to - the Savior makes all things possible - even the building of an imperfect life into one with eternal and lasting impact.
2016-06-2117 min
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The RideThe Ride - 142 - Combating GroupthinkRusty gets indignant about how the culture can view and make judgments about a group and the individuals within that group. Instead of focusing on the problem though Rusty has decided to focus on the solution which starts with each one of us hearing and believing the Word of Truth. Let's control the environment we inhabit rather than the other way around. Real change happens when we combat evil by living out the unfailing love of God.
2016-03-1114 min
The RideThe Ride - 140 - The Choice of BeliefRusty considers the options of belief after troubleshooting some tech at work. Looking at the idea of Atheism and how its position actually requires a level of faith that is simply unattainable. Rusty want you to know that the exercising of faith in God opens the communication to confirm His presence in the universe - and in our hearts.
2016-03-0916 min
The RideThe Ride - 127 - The Safety OrientationRusty reminds us all that God's safety manual never changes and is provided as a means of escaping certain death. Always seasoned with encouragement, Rusty takes a sober look at our days and orients us toward what is really important from an eternal perspective.
2016-02-0817 min
The RideThe Ride - 117 - Deep Thoughts With Rusty JamesRusty gets a little transparent and talks about deep things like unbelief and the human arguments that sometimes fuel it. But even in these prison-like situations, God has made a way of escape - if we simply choose to hear for His voice.
2016-01-2925 min
The RideThe Ride - 109 - Living DeadRusty warns us all that even as believers in the finished work of the cross we can still make our way through our days focused on dead things. As we enter 2016, Rusty challenges us all to check our baggage and let the eternal life of God be what we seek.
2016-01-0720 min
The RideThe Ride - 86 - The RobberyRusty thinks that holding on to past hurts affects us so deeply that it is much like letting a bank robber just hang out at the bank and control the engagement. Rusty recommends that the issue must be "Talked Out" and then handed to the Authorities.
2015-11-2316 min
The RideThe Ride - 58 - Interview with the 2014 version of Rusty JamesRusty interviews his former self who is going through a trial and encourages him and us to remember to trust God who is still near regardless of our circumstances and how we feel.
2015-10-1826 min
The RideThe Ride - 14 - 081315 - Mountain Dew, Porcupines, Dubstep and PrayerRusty James parallels everyday concepts with biblical truths and challenges us to increase our alone time with the Lord.
2015-08-1344 min
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The RideThe Ride - 10 - 080815 - Interview With Gamer TruLethalityRusty James invites gamer TruLethality along for The Ride.
2015-08-1115 min
The RideThe Ride - 9.1 - 080715 - What To Do In The ValleyThe Ride - 9.1 - 080715 - What To Do In The Valley by Rusty James
2015-08-1125 min
The RideThe Ride - 7 - 080515 - God Is In Your TomorrowThe Ride - 7 - 080515 - God Is In Your Tomorrow by Rusty James
2015-08-1136 min
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The RideThe Ride - 1 - 072815 - Initial PodcastThe Ride - 1 - 072815 - Initial Podcast by Rusty James
2015-08-1116 min
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