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The Nook Podcast14 Days to a Renewed Mind - Day 1 - Acknowledge that We Need to Renew Our MindsSend us a textI'm dedicating the first 2 weeks of 2024 to daily reminders of the different ways that we can renew our minds.This is the audio only version of a 14 day video series. To see the video version, follow me on Instagram or TikTok.Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. –Romans 12:2Invite a friend to join you as we take this journey, learning to live renewed in Christ.Support the sh...2024-01-0102 min
The Nook PodcastThe Insult of a Senior Discount and My Own Mortality - Steven MurphySend us a textStory Time: A recent breakfast with some of my closest friends ended with a very unexpected twist.“Do not complain about growing old. It is a privilege denied to many.”— Mark TwainPsalm 90:12 - Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. James 4:14 – How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog—it’s here a little while, then it’s gone. Psalm...2023-05-1614 min
The Nook PodcastOne Year Before the Birth of Christ - The Prepare Series - Steven MurphySend us a textIn this episode, we take a look at about the last year before the birth of Christ.Read Luke chapter 1 HERESupport the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and Twitter2022-12-1213 min
The Nook Podcast400 Hundred Years of Silence - The Prepare Series - Steven MurphySend us a textThis is the second part of a 5-part series about the preparations for the arrival of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we will look at a 400 year span when God said nothing to the Jewish people. ***Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and Twitter2022-12-0512 min
The Nook PodcastTime Travel and The Prediction - The Prepare Series - Steven MurphySend us a textThis episode marks the beginning of a 5 week series called, Prepare.Throughout this time, we take a slightly different look at the birth of Jesus Christ and how we might prepare for him to have a greater place in each of our lives.I hope that you have some time to pause and reflect on some of the most incredible truths that I think we tend to blow by when we get so busy and so much can feel predictable. May they serve as a reminder as...2022-11-2810 min
The Nook PodcastThe Fellowship of the Unashamed - Steven MurphyListen to this whenever you need a reminder of who you are in Christ.Backstory: A young man from Rwanda who was forced by his tribe in 1980 to renounce Christ or face death. He refused to renounce Christ, and he was murdered on the spot. The night before he had written the this commitment which was found in his room: Can you make this kind of commitment for the Gospel of Christ and become a member of the Fellowship of the Unashamed?You are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow...2022-11-2104 minThe Nook PodcastWho Is My Neighbor? - Steven MurphySend us a textIn this episode, I take an interesting look at The Parable of the Good Samaritan. At the end of a brutal mid-term election season, it's vital to look at what is diving so many people and consider what God would have us do.From chapter 10 of the Gospel of LukeThe Most Important Commandment 25 One day an expert in religious law stood up to test Jesus by asking him this question: “Teacher, what should I do to inherit eternal life?”...2022-11-1418 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget - Where is There? - Steven MurphySend us a textJust a short encouragement for you that ties my last two series of shows together.Then Jesus came with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he told the disciples, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.”–Matthew 26:36Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and Twitter2022-11-0709 minThe Nook PodcastOctober Series Promo: I SUCK AT PRAYERSend us a textAs a follow up to the series about regular bible reading, I will be bringing a series of shows all about prayer...What is it?What is it not?How can I have a dialogue with the Creator of everything?If you struggle with prayer, I hope that you learn along with me as we dive into this topic!Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all...2022-09-1501 minThe Nook PodcastDiscipleship For Kids with Amber Newman - Back to SchoolSend us a textDirect your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.–Proverbs 22:6My guest in this episode, Amber Newman, talks about why scripture means so much to her and why she feels so passionate about teaching her children about the bible; talking to them at their level of understanding and being consistent.And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength. And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to the...2022-09-1245 minThe Nook PodcastBack To School - The Syllabus; 4 Steps to Making Regular Bible Reading a Habit with Aaron Shamp - S3E1Send us a textWelcome to season 3!For the month of September, we are going back to school. Research indicates that you can experience drastic improvement in your spiritual life just by reading the Bible more. In this episode, we will discuss some practical ways to grow closer to Jesus through consistent bible reading. Read the entire article that we discuss HERE.Check out more from Aaron Shamp.Great music to read/study by:- William Augusto on Spotify or 2022-09-0546 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget #5 - Even ThoughSend us a textA short encouragement for your week!Based on 1 Timothy 1:12-14Don’t you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? Does this mean nothing to you? Can’t you see that his kindness is intended to turn you from your sin?–Romans 2:4Though we are overwhelmed by our sins, you forgive them all.–Psalm 65:3O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help.–Psalm 86:5...2022-08-2906 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget #4 - ShipwreckedSend us a textSeason 3 of the Nook Podcast starts on September 5th and marks the return of my regular episodes; talking to people about real faith in real time – Make sure that you’re subscribed on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss any of it.In the mean time, enjoy these short encouragements for the month of August.***Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:In...2022-08-2206 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget #3 - How Can I get Closer To Jesus?Send us a textSeason 3 of the Nook Podcast starts on September 5th and marks the return of my regular episodes; talking to people about real faith in real time – Make sure that you’re subscribed on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss any of it.In the mean time, enjoy these short encouragements for the month of August.***Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:In...2022-08-1503 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget #2 - What's The Speed Limit?Send us a textSeason 3 of the Nook Podcast starts on September 5th and marks the return of my regular episodes; talking to people about real faith in real time – Make sure that you’re subscribed on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss any of it.In the mean time, enjoy these short encouragements for the month of August.***Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:In...2022-08-0801 minThe Nook PodcastNook Nugget #1 - A Short Encouragement For Your WeekSend us a textSeason 3 of the Nook Podcast starts on September 5th and marks the return of my regular episodes; talking to people about real faith in real time – Make sure that you’re subscribed on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss any of it. In the mean time, enjoy these short encouragements for the month of August.***Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:In...2022-08-0102 min
The Nook PodcastEmbrace the Suffering - Paul Granger S2E13Send us a textIn this episode, we take a look at suffering and what it looks like in God's eyes. Today's guest, Paul Granger, host of the Where Did You See God podcast, and I discuss suffering in a biblical context.suf·fer·ing/ˈsəf(ə)riNG/nounthe state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship.Nothing about that description sounds like anything that any of us would ever seek and yet, it's a thing we all have dealt with, and may very well...2022-07-2544 min
The Nook PodcastMy Depression; Overwhelmed in the Waves - Steven Murphy S2E12Send us a textIn this episode, we bring this series on depression and mental health to a close. I get to have a conversation with Jim Barnard about how my own depression is playing out in the now and in the future.These shows have been educational, edifying, and taxing. I hope that they have been impactful for you as well.HELPFUL LINKS:Better Help - on-line counselingHoney Lake Treatment Center; Christian Mental Health Center2022-07-1843 min