Shows
The Commands of Christ PodcastBaptize My Disciples Pt.4 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 197What does baptism say about our freedom in Christ? Like Israel crossing the Red Sea, baptism pictures our deliverance from sin’s power. We now walk free, no longer slaves, but alive in Christ.In this four-part series on the command “Baptize My Disciples,” we are invited to see baptism not as a symbolic obligation, but as a profound declaration of our union with Christ. Rooted in the authority and love of the risen Savior, baptism marks the believer’s identity in Him, testifying that we have died to sin and been raised in newness of life. Through...
2025-10-2718 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBaptize My Disciples Pt.3 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 196How should baptism be carried out? Baptism is for all who trust in Christ. It is done in water, by immersion, and in His name—not ours—as part of making true disciples.In this four-part series on the command “Baptize My Disciples,” we are invited to see baptism not as a symbolic obligation, but as a profound declaration of our union with Christ. Rooted in the authority and love of the risen Savior, baptism marks the believer’s identity in Him, testifying that we have died to sin and been raised in newness of life. Through teaching...
2025-10-2025 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBaptize My Disciples Pt.2 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 195Why is baptism spiritually significant? Baptism is a powerful picture of our union with Christ in His death and resurrection. It declares our freedom from sin and our new identity in Him.In this four-part series on the command “Baptize My Disciples,” we are invited to see baptism not as a symbolic obligation, but as a profound declaration of our union with Christ. Rooted in the authority and love of the risen Savior, baptism marks the believer’s identity in Him, testifying that we have died to sin and been raised in newness of life. Through teaching, testim...
2025-10-1326 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBaptize My Disciples Pt.1 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 194What is the context of Christ’s command to baptize? We look at the setting of the Great Commission, where Jesus, risen and authoritative, calls His disciples to baptize. This command flows from worship, dependence, and the presence of Christ.In this four-part series on the command “Baptize My Disciples,” we are invited to see baptism not as a symbolic obligation, but as a profound declaration of our union with Christ. Rooted in the authority and love of the risen Savior, baptism marks the believer’s identity in Him, testifying that we have died to sin and been...
2025-10-0616 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFeed My Sheep Pt.4 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 193What kind of shepherd is Jesus, and how does that shape us? Psalm 23 reveals Christ as our rest, provider, and healer. As He fills and restores us, our cup runs over to others. Feeding His sheep means leading them to Him.This four-part series draws us deep into the heart of our Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who calls us not only to follow Him, but to love Him above all else—and in that love, to feed His sheep. From Peter’s restoration on the Galilean shore to our daily walk in homes, churches, and workplaces, we are invi...
2025-09-2218 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFeed My Sheep Pt.3 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 192How do we feed Christ’s sheep practically? We minister from overflow. Through prayer, Scripture, example, and love, we point others to the true Shepherd. Ministry begins at home and flows outward with humility.This four-part series draws us deep into the heart of our Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who calls us not only to follow Him, but to love Him above all else—and in that love, to feed His sheep. From Peter’s restoration on the Galilean shore to our daily walk in homes, churches, and workplaces, we are invited to dine with Christ so that we may...
2025-09-1527 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFeed My Sheep Pt.2 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 191What does it mean to be both a sheep and a shepherd? We’re first sheep—dependent and in need of care. As we receive from Christ, we’re called to give. Feeding others starts by feasting on God’s Word ourselves.This four-part series draws us deep into the heart of our Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who calls us not only to follow Him, but to love Him above all else—and in that love, to feed His sheep. From Peter’s restoration on the Galilean shore to our daily walk in homes, churches, and workplaces, we are invited...
2025-09-0819 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFeed My Sheep Pt.1 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 190Do we love Jesus more than anything else? Jesus’ call to Peter—“Feed my sheep”—flows from a heart of love. As we return to Him from self-reliance, He restores us and invites us to dine with Him. Ministry begins with intimacy.This four-part series draws us deep into the heart of our Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who calls us not only to follow Him, but to love Him above all else—and in that love, to feed His sheep. From Peter’s restoration on the Galilean shore to our daily walk in homes, churches, and workplaces, we are invited to...
2025-09-0127 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Born Again Pt. 4 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 181What does a born-again life look like? True believers bear fruit—love for God, hunger for His Word, and victory over sin. Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruits”. Is your life showing the marks of transformation in Christ? How can we follow Christ without first being transformed by Him? Jesus commands us to be born again, not by our own efforts but through the Holy Spirit. This series explores why new birth is essential, how it happens, and the fruit it produces. Have you been born again? If so, does your life reflect...
2025-06-2328 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Born Again Pt. 3 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 180How does someone come to faith in Christ? The Holy Spirit convicts, draws, and gives new life. Salvation is not achieved by effort but received by faith. Have you humbled yourself, repented of sin, and trusted fully in Jesus? How can we follow Christ without first being transformed by Him? Jesus commands us to be born again, not by our own efforts but through the Holy Spirit. This series explores why new birth is essential, how it happens, and the fruit it produces. Have you been born again? If so, does your life reflect Christ’s t...
2025-06-1621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Born Again Pt. 2 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 179Why must we be born again? Because we are born in sin, inheriting Adam’s fallen nature. Jesus, the last Adam, gives us a new nature. Salvation isn’t self-improvement—it’s total transformation. Are you growing to reflect your Heavenly Father? How can we follow Christ without first being transformed by Him? Jesus commands us to be born again, not by our own efforts but through the Holy Spirit. This series explores why new birth is essential, how it happens, and the fruit it produces. Have you been born again? If so, does your life refl...
2025-06-0921 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Born Again Pt. 1 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 178What does it mean to be born again? Jesus tells Nicodemus that salvation is not about religion or good works but about spiritual rebirth through faith in Him. Without this, we cannot enter God’s kingdom. Have you truly received new life in Christ?How can we follow Christ without first being transformed by Him? Jesus commands us to be born again, not by our own efforts but through the Holy Spirit. This series explores why new birth is essential, how it happens, and the fruit it produces. Have you been born again? If so, does your li...
2025-06-0228 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake, Eat, and Drink Pt. 4 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 177How does remembering Christ’s suffering strengthen us? Communion points us to His return, humbles us in gratitude, and fuels our faith to live in light of eternity.Why did Jesus command us to take, eat, and drink? Communion deepens our love for Him, unites His body, and keeps our eyes on His return. It is a joyful invitation to remember, abide, and hope in Him. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore Christ’s command to “Take, Eat, and Drink.”Want to go deeper in studying this command of Christ? Download a free study guide at...
2025-05-2623 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake, Eat, and Drink Pt. 3 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 176What is the right heart posture for communion? We come not by our own merit but through Christ’s sacrifice. Examining ourselves and walking in the light keeps our fellowship with Him and others unhindered.Why did Jesus command us to take, eat, and drink? Communion deepens our love for Him, unites His body, and keeps our eyes on His return. It is a joyful invitation to remember, abide, and hope in Him. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore Christ’s command to “Take, Eat, and Drink.”Want to go deeper in studying this command...
2025-05-1927 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake, Eat, and Drink Pt. 2 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 175How does communion impact our daily walk? It reminds us to depend on Christ, strengthens our unity as His body, and keeps our hearts fixed on Him in love and anticipation.Why did Jesus command us to take, eat, and drink? Communion deepens our love for Him, unites His body, and keeps our eyes on His return. It is a joyful invitation to remember, abide, and hope in Him. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore Christ’s command to “Take, Eat, and Drink.”Want to go deeper in studying this command of Christ? Download a free...
2025-05-1218 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake, Eat, and Drink Pt. 1 | Commands of Christ Podcast | Ep. 174What does it mean to take, eat, and drink in remembrance of Christ? More than a ritual, communion is a call to remember His sacrifice, abide in Him, and rejoice in our new life through His blood.Why did Jesus command us to take, eat, and drink? Communion deepens our love for Him, unites His body, and keeps our eyes on His return. It is a joyful invitation to remember, abide, and hope in Him. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore Christ’s command to “Take, Eat, and Drink.”Want to go deeper in studyi...
2025-05-0525 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastAwait My Return - Pt. 4How can we prepare for Christ’s return? Jesus likens it to a bride preparing for her groom. With joyful expectancy, we focus on faithfulness and holiness, living each moment for the eternal purpose of knowing and pleasing Him. Are we living each day in light of Christ’s return? His promise calls us to purity, urgency, and joyful expectancy. Like a bride awaiting her groom, we prepare with devotion and faithfulness, echoing the prayer, "Come, Lord Jesus!" Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Command of Christ, “Await My Return.”
2025-04-2826 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastAwait My Return - Pt. 3What does it look like to live in light of eternity? Like Anna and Simeon, we are called to watch and pray, devoting ourselves to God’s purposes. Our brief lives are opportunities to prepare for Christ’s return, investing in what matters forever. Are we living each day in light of Christ’s return? His promise calls us to purity, urgency, and joyful expectancy. Like a bride awaiting her groom, we prepare with devotion and faithfulness, echoing the prayer, "Come, Lord Jesus!" Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Command of Chri...
2025-04-2123 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastAwait My Return - Pt. 2How does awaiting Christ’s return impact our lives? For believers, it purifies and prioritizes holiness. For non-believers, it calls for repentance and faith. Each day should reflect the reality that Jesus could return at any moment, changing how we live and what we value. Are we living each day in light of Christ’s return? His promise calls us to purity, urgency, and joyful expectancy. Like a bride awaiting her groom, we prepare with devotion and faithfulness, echoing the prayer, "Come, Lord Jesus!" Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Comma...
2025-04-1427 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastAwait My Return - Pt. 1Are we eagerly watching for Christ’s return? Jesus commands us in Matthew 24 to "watch" and "be ready" for His coming. This hopeful expectancy should shape our daily lives, inspiring purity and preparation as we anticipate the day when He will return in glory. Are we living each day in light of Christ’s return? His promise calls us to purity, urgency, and joyful expectancy. Like a bride awaiting her groom, we prepare with devotion and faithfulness, echoing the prayer, "Come, Lord Jesus!" Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Command of Ch...
2025-04-0723 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake No Thought - Pt. 4What does peace look like? It’s trusting God with all our cares. Through prayer, gratitude, and faith, we experience Christ’s peace. Casting our worries on Him allows us to live free and focus on seeking His Kingdom.Jesus’ command to “take no thought” invites us to trust God and let go of anxiety. Through prayer, Scripture, and gratitude, we shift our focus from worry to His Kingdom. God’s faithful provision assures us that His peace is enough for every need. Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Command of Christ to “Take No...
2025-03-2420 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake No Thought - Pt. 3How do we overcome anxiety? By replacing fear with God’s Word. When we meditate on Scripture, our faith grows, pushing out worry. Trusting God through prayer and focusing on His character frees us from the burden of self-reliance.Jesus’ command to “take no thought” invites us to trust God and let go of anxiety. Through prayer, Scripture, and gratitude, we shift our focus from worry to His Kingdom. God’s faithful provision assures us that His peace is enough for every need. Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the Command of Christ to “Take N...
2025-03-1719 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake No Thought - Pt. 2How can we keep a Kingdom focus? Jesus teaches us to seek first God’s Kingdom and trust Him instead of being consumed by life’s cares. Anxiety fades when we prioritize Christ and meditate on His promises, allowing His peace to guard our hearts.Jesus’ command to “take no thought” invites us to trust God and let go of anxiety. Through prayer, Scripture, and gratitude, we shift our focus from worry to His Kingdom. God’s faithful provision assures us that His peace is enough for every need. Join Nate and Gabe as they take a look at the...
2025-03-1023 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake No Thought - Pt. 1What does it mean to take no thought? Jesus commands us in Matthew 6 to trust God fully and release anxiety. By focusing on God’s Kingdom and eternal priorities, we can live free from worry. The care God gives to birds and flowers assures us of His provision.Jesus’ command to “take no thought” invites us to trust God and let go of anxiety. Through prayer, Scripture, and gratitude, we shift our focus from worry to His Kingdom. God’s faithful provision assures us that His peace is enough for every need. Join Nate and Gabe as they take...
2025-03-0322 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Neighbor - Pt. 4Are your actions reflecting Christ’s love to others? Christ’s love is sacrificial, forgiving, and humble, and He calls us to love others as He has loved us. This love requires us to lay aside pride and seek the good of others.Are you allowing God’s love to flow through you? How is God calling you to deepen your love for Him and those around you today? Loving God and loving our neighbor are the foundation of the Christian life, inseparable commands that fulfill all of God’s law. This love is not passive but active...
2025-02-2418 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Neighbor - Pt. 3Who in your life feels unlovable? True love is active and selfless, expressed through kind deeds, forgiveness, and humility. By relying on Christ’s strength, we can love even those who are difficult to love. Are you allowing God’s love to flow through you? How is God calling you to deepen your love for Him and those around you today? Loving God and loving our neighbor are the foundation of the Christian life, inseparable commands that fulfill all of God’s law. This love is not passive but active, requiring us to serve selflessly, forgive freely, and ref...
2025-02-1721 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Neighbor - Pt. 2Are your daily actions motivated by love for God and love for your neighbor? Loving our neighbor fulfills God’s law because it mirrors His character in us. This love is not based on fleeting emotions but on a commitment to put others above ourselves. Are you allowing God’s love to flow through you? How is God calling you to deepen your love for Him and those around you today? Loving God and loving our neighbor are the foundation of the Christian life, inseparable commands that fulfill all of God’s law. This love is not passive...
2025-02-1022 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Neighbor - Pt. 1Who in your life needs to see Christ’s love through you today? How can you be a channel of His compassion? Jesus, the ultimate Good Samaritan, reached down to rescue us from spiritual death, demonstrating a love we could never earn. Now, He calls us to reflect this love to others, not out of obligation but as an overflow of His grace in our lives. Are you allowing God’s love to flow through you? How is God calling you to deepen your love for Him and those around you today? Loving God and loving our neigh...
2025-02-0324 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRender to Caesar - Pt. 4Have you ever considered that Jesus was born in Bethlehem (thus fulfilling the Old Testament prophecy) because Joseph and Mary were “rendering to Caesar the things that were Caesar’s”? They literally traveled to Bethlehem to pay taxes! Albeit under the rule of the corrupt Roman government, God’s divine orchestration was taking place. This episode will encourage you as Nate and Gabe share Biblical examples of “rendering to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s and to God the things that are God’s.” In this often overlooked command to “Render to Caesar”, Nate and Gabe will un...
2024-12-2323 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRender to Caesar - Pt. 3What is the difference between an owner and a steward? If you own something, it means you have absolute control over it. However if you are a steward it means that a thing is owned by somebody else and you just manage it in a way that honors their heart and wishes. In this powerful episode, Nate and Gabe bring up key aspects of how we view money and possessions. Where is your focus when it comes to material things? In this often overlooked command to “Render to Caesar”, Nate and Gabe will unearth the c...
2024-12-1621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRender to Caesar - Pt. 1The atmosphere would have been tense. People would have been waiting with baited breath to hear Jesus’ answer. “Should we pay the tax to Caesar?”, was both a politically and religiously charged question. And it was asked intentionally to trap Jesus. Would He openly come out against Rome? Would He openly speak against His people, the Jews? Listen as Gabe and Nate share how Jesus cut right to their heart - in profound wisdom, He addressed the question in a way that was irrefutable by either side. In this often overlooked command to “Render to Caesar”...
2024-12-0219 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe a House of Prayer - Pt. 1Have you ever considered what it means to be a house of prayer? In this episode, Nate and Gabe share beautiful parallels between God’s temple in Jerusalem and His temple within the heart and life of every believer. God’s heart for every believer is that they become a temple in which He dwells - where communion between God and man takes place!God’s heart is that every believer becomes the place where His presence can dwell and flow through - a house of prayer! This starts first by cultivating a personal relationship with Jesus in whi...
2024-09-0219 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastForgive Offenders - Pt. 1Can you imagine the incredible burden of having a $4 billion debt? To pay such a sum back would be impossible! And beyond that, can you imagine the gratefulness that would overwhelm you if you were told the debt had been forgiven? In Scripture we read that a man was forgiven such a debt, but turned around and refused to forgive someone else a debt of a mere fraction of his own! Listen as Nate and Gabe share a key in learning to forgive others — namely, that we first need to recognize and value how much we have been forgiven....
2024-06-0321 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBeware of Covetousness - Pt. 1A rich man was once asked, “How much money is enough?” He answered, “Just a little bit more.” This answer illustrates the ugly root of covetousness. Covetousness is wanting more than what God has allotted to me. Join Nate and Gabe as they delve into the command of Christ to Beware of Covetousness.Whether it's advertisements coming from billboards, social media, or the inbox, there is so much pressure from our culture telling us that we need more stuff. The hidden message is that our identity and fulfillment come through our possessions and our social status. It’s time for...
2024-05-0621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastGo to Offenders - Part 1Going to offenders is not about condemnation; it’s about restoration. Join Nate and Gabe as they dig into the context surrounding this command. This command will open your eyes to see the heart of God to restore, not condemn, those who are lost.Imagine the change we would see if we, as the Body of Christ, had a heart for restoration toward offenders! Imagine if, instead of reacting to offenders in bitterness or pride, we allowed God to give us a heart of love, forgiveness, and reconciliation. As believers, we need to walk in the awareness th...
2024-04-0119 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDespise Not Little Ones - Part 1When the disciples asked Jesus “who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”, they were probably not expecting Jesus to answer the way He did! He pointed them to a little child and said that we must become as little children in order to enter the Kingdom. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore the rich insights of becoming “as little children” - ones who believe God and take Him at His word. Seeing how much God values little ones will help enable us to fulfill this command. Whether we are interacting with adults who are new in th...
2024-03-0417 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDeny Yourself - Part 1Do you ever hear the words “deny yourself” and interpret them to mean something austere and lifeless? In this episode, Nate and Gabe will challenge you to think about the lifegiving implications of Jesus’ command to Deny Yourself. Where living for self brings bondage, depression, and darkness, you will see that turning from self and following Jesus brings life, and joy and peace.Simply put, to deny self is to look away from self and look to the Lord Jesus Christ. We were made for Him. Our lives don’t work when we live for ourselves. This command...
2024-02-0516 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBeware of Leaven - Part 1What is leaven? And what are its effects? In this new study on the command of Christ to “Beware of Leaven”, Nate and Gabe will take a deeper look into the metaphorical “leaven” in our own lives. Leaven is something very small that grows in secret, and ends up permeating the whole. Do you seek to keep certain things hidden so people will have a good opinion of you? Do you care more about looking good on the outside than you do about having a heart that is without compromise before God? This is called hypocrisy and it is some...
2024-01-0119 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastTake My Yoke - Part 1Have you ever considered what it means to be yoked to Christ? The picture is a beautiful one – an immature, inexperienced ox being yoked together with a mature ox full of experience and strength. Join Nate and Gabe as they explore the precious implications of being yoked with Christ. This command is an invitation to rest and relationship. What is the fruit of a life that has come to Jesus and taken His yoke? The fruit of being yoked with Christ is rest and peace. In contrast, when we are walking in our own strength and effort, we...
2023-11-0617 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFear Not - Part 3In this encouraging episode, Nate and Gabe expound on several Scriptures that address fear. This episode paints a beautiful picture of how treasuring the Word of God in our hearts is directly connected with learning to live in the fear of God. His words hidden in our heart becomes a shield that protects us from the fiery darts of the enemy. It is when we forget the words and works of God that fear creeps into our lives.In a day of political correctness and pressure to conform, we need more than ever to be free from...
2023-09-1820 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFear Not - Part 2Have you ever been confused by the fact that we are commanded to “fear not” while also being commanded to “fear God”? In this episode, Nate and Gabe give beautiful descriptions of what it means to fear God while maintaining a proper view of Who He is - a God Who loves us and cares for us, but also a God Who is righteous and holy. As we gaze upon God and know Him for Who He truly is, we are delivered from all our fears.In a day of political correctness and pressure to conform, we need mor...
2023-09-1118 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFear Not - Part 1Fears plague us - fear of the future, fear of the unknown, fear of man, fear of financial loss, fear of the opinions of other people. Is it even possible to be free from fear? Listen as Gabe and Nate share from the very words of Jesus telling us how we can walk in trust of our loving Heavenly Father and be free from fear.In a day of political correctness and pressure to conform, we need more than ever to be free from fear of man. But how? By fearing God! What we fear becomes our...
2023-09-0420 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Wise as Serpents, Harmless as Doves - Part 4In this episode, Nate and Gabe share stories from the Bible of ones who exemplified this command being “wise as serpents and harmless as doves”. From Gideon to Moses to Stephen to Paul, the Bible has countless illustrations of how this command can be applied, how it should impact our lives and the lives of those around us.Throughout scripture, Jesus made it clear that He would send His followers into hostile environments - “as sheep among wolves.” The purpose of this is to further His Kingdom. But how is it possible for sheep to make a positive...
2023-08-2818 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Wise as Serpents, Harmless as Doves - Part 3Our human tendency is to fight “fire with fire.” But in God’s kingdom, this is not how things are to work. God wants our lives as believers to be marked by the disposition of a lamb and a dove. Listen as Nate and Gabe discuss how this command is not insinuating that we be “wimpy” as believers. But on the contrary, it is learning to walk in total dependence on the life of Jesus allowing Him to love the wolves through us. We overcome the wolves by laying down our lives in surrender to the Shepherd.Throughout...
2023-08-2117 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Wise as Serpents, Harmless as Doves - Part 2What does it look like to be a “sheep among wolves” and to respond as a harmless dove? In this episode Nate and Gabe delve into what Jesus meant when He spoke of the harmless attributes of a dove. As believers, our attitude toward the “wolves” should be one of love, tenderness, and compassion, desiring that they too would become sheep following Jesus as their Shepherd.Throughout scripture, Jesus made it clear that He would send His followers into hostile environments - “as sheep among wolves.” The purpose of this is to further His Kingdom. But how is it possib...
2023-08-1420 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Wise as Serpents, Harmless as Doves - Part 1In Jesus’ command Be Wise as Serpents, have you ever wondered what wisdom and snakes have in common? Snakes usually have a negative connotation, right? Even in scripture, they are very rarely referenced in a positive way. In this episode, Nate and Gabe will share fascinating insights into the positive characteristics of snakes that Jesus intends for us to emulate.Throughout scripture, Jesus made it clear that He would send His followers into hostile environments - “as sheep among wolves.” The purpose of this is to further His Kingdom. But how is it possible for sheep to make a...
2023-08-0718 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPray for Laborers - Part 4Even if we can’t personally meet a need, we can pray for God to send laborers to meet it! In this episode Nate and Gabe exhort us to take time to allow God to share His heart of love and compassion for others with us. How is God stirring your heart? Has He given you a burden for a specific area? As He moves on your heart, pray!Our natural response when we see needs is usually to summon our human energy and attempt to “do something” to meet the need. But we will see in this c...
2023-07-2416 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPray for Laborers - Part 3One of the greatest things we can do for others is to pray for them. As Oswald Chambers said, “Prayer isn’t preparation for the greater work; prayer is the greater work.” In this encouraging episode, Nate and Gabe cover practical questions such as, “How do we pray for laborers?” And “What are we to pray for laborers?” Through prayer, we can actually play a huge role in the labors of other people!.Our natural response when we see needs is usually to summon our human energy and attempt to “do something” to meet the need. But we will...
2023-07-1719 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPray for Laborers - Part 2A huge aspect of this command is found in John 4:35, “Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.” We are often so busy and so focused on ourselves that we miss what God is doing in the lives of people around us. Join Nate and Gabe as they exhort God’s people to “lift up our eyes” and participate with the Lord of the harvest in what He is doing in our day.Our natural response when we see needs is usually to summon our human energy and attempt to “do som...
2023-07-1019 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPray for Laborers - Part 1God desires all to enter into the Kingdom - He desires that all would enter into relationship with Him! When we begin to see God’s heart and desire for all people, then we begin to have compassion for people as Jesus did. Listen as Nate and Gabe share how this heart of compassion lays the foundation upon which Jesus commands us to pray for laborers.Our natural response when we see needs is usually to summon our human energy and attempt to “do something” to meet the need. But we will see in this command that the fi...
2023-07-0318 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBeware of False Prophets - Part 4What is the truth “litmus test” for everything we hear? First, is it exalting Jesus? Second, is it exalting the Word of God? The goal of a true teacher ought always to be to point others away from himself and to the Lord Jesus Christ. In this episode, Nate and Gabe explore Biblical examples and descriptions that often accompany false teachers. Join them as they conclude this four part series on the command of Christ, Beware of False Prophets! In our day, there is a growing need for us to be able to discern between what is true...
2023-06-2619 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBeware of False Prophets - Part 2Why do we fall for false teaching? Why do we get misled by them? In this episode, Nate and Gabe explore characteristics of true and false teachers. This is an exhortation and admonition to all of us - are we listening to people who are telling us what we want to hear? Or are we listening to those who are glorifying Jesus and drawing us to the truth of His Word?In our day, there is a growing need for us to be able to discern between what is true and what is false. With so much...
2023-06-1221 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Unto Others - Part 4Do you ever have the subtle thought that you are better or more important than others? Do you ever overlook other people's needs or perspective? Do you tend to focus on others' faults and excuse your own shortcomings? In this convicting episode, Nate and Gabe will expose the great need for us to walk in humility and sensitivity. We need to daily ask the Holy Spirit to cultivate in us a sensitivity to the needs of other people.There is no room for selfishness in the Christian life. As we examine what we commonly refer to as “The...
2023-04-2416 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Unto Others - Part 3All people have needs - the need to be loved, the need to be protected and provided for, the need to be known and cared for, and even deeper spiritual needs. In this episode, Nate and Gabe discuss how making ourselves available to the Lord to meet the needs of others, often opens a door to meet their spiritual needs. As He does this in us, the world will not see merely an attempt at being Christlike, they will actually see Christ Himself living and operating through us!There is no room for selfishness in the Christian...
2023-04-1717 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Unto Others - Part 2What do you want others to do for you? How do you want people to treat you? What kindness do you desire from family or friends? Jesus makes it very clear - whatever you want others to be doing for you, you should do for them. This is not something passive - it is something active. Listen as Nate and Gabe exhort us to allow Christ to actively love others through us!There is no room for selfishness in the Christian life. As we examine what we commonly refer to as “The Golden Rule”, may our hearts be st...
2023-04-1015 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastAsk, Seek, and Knock - Part 3In this encouraging episode, Nate and Gabe address questions we all may have about the command to Ask, Seek and Knock. Questions such as: What about Jesus’ words “ask what you will and it will be done to you”? What if I asked and nothing has happened? How do I grow in faith? God is a Father Who is good and does good. In commanding us to ask, seek and knock, He is not trying to dangle a carrot in front of us or make things complicated for us. It is actually an invitation to draw closer in our r...
2023-03-2021 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Not Cast Pearls - Part 4There is a tendency in Christianity today to try to win the world but use the world's methods. This always leads to compromise. In this episode, Nate and Gabe highlight the importance of not watering down truth in order to make it appealing to the world. As Keith Daniels said, “You don’t win the world by becoming like the world. The world will win you - that’s all that will happen.”A wonderful summation of this command can be found in the story of the prodigal son. There was a season of life where the son woul...
2023-02-2719 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Not Cast Pearls - Part 2Just as pearls are precious, so is the work of God in the life of a believer. It should be the heart of every Christian to share with others the Word of God and the work He is doing in their lives. But we must recognize that not everyone values these and sees them as treasures. Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss being dependent upon the Lord for His perfect timing in sharing our testimony and God’s Word with others.A wonderful summation of this command can be found in the story of the prodigal so...
2023-02-1318 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Not Cast Pearls - Part 1To be “swine“ or “dogs” is in part referring to the attitude and actions of people who don’t value what Christ values. The command Do Not Cast Pearls can initially seem ambiguous, however a deeper study will reveal something that is very close to God‘s heart: the preciousness of His truth. In this episode, Nate and Gabe will talk about the great need for discernment to be able to share truth in the way that God desires.A wonderful summation of this command can be found in the story of the prodigal son. There was a season of...
2023-02-0619 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastJudge Not - Part 4Do you desire to “fix” those around you or do you desire to come alongside them? In this episode, Nate and Gabe share how allowing God to first deal with us enables us to actually help others. As God reveals our own issues and deals with them, it brings humility in us and a heart of mercy toward those in our lives. When we take it on ourselves to cast judgment on others, we are putting ourselves in the place of God. There IS a good and righteous Judge, and it is vital for us to allow Him t...
2023-01-2323 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastJudge Not - Part 3In this episode, Nate and Gabe discuss practical aspects of the command to “Judge Not.” It is so easy for us to judge quickly and harshly (I.e., to judge with unrighteous judgment). It is key for us to learn to walk in humility and to seek the Lord’s mind and perspective.When we take it on ourselves to cast judgment on others, we are putting ourselves in the place of God. There IS a good and righteous Judge, and it is vital for us to allow Him to re-calibrate our inner sense of justice according to His...
2023-01-1621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastJudge Not - Part 2Have you ever considered the fact that we are best at identifying in other people what is actually in ourselves? Oftentimes the wrong we see in other people is a mirror that is reflecting the wrong in our own lives. Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss the “me first” principle - God wants to deal with the wrong in me first before I try to fix it in others. When we take it on ourselves to cast judgment on others, we are putting ourselves in the place of God. There IS a good and righteous Judge, and i...
2023-01-0921 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastSeek God's Kingdom - Part 4Have you ever considered that the primary responsibility of provision rests on our Heavenly Father? While God does lead us to have jobs and work hard, our trust should never be in ourselves or in a paycheck. Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss how we can truly trust and lean on our Heavenly Father to provide for us.Do you really believe that your heavenly Father cares for you? And with that, do you really believe that He knows about the needs that you have? And do you really trust that if you make it your...
2022-12-2621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastSeek God's Kingdom - Part 2When we hear “kingdom of God,” our minds tend to think of the future reign of God in the new heavens and new earth. While that is a wonderful aspect of it, the Kingdom of God isn’t just relegated to the future. God’s Kingdom is today! Join Nate and Gabe as they share about seeking God’s Kingdom today through His rule and authority in every area of our lives.Do you really believe that your heavenly Father cares for you? And with that, do you really believe that He knows about the needs that you have...
2022-12-1219 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLay Up Treasures - Part 4What is one of the most valuable treasures that we have? Join Nate and Gabe as they talk about the treasure of our time. What we spend our time on both reveals what we love and becomes what we love.At the heart of this command is the question: will I have an eternal mindset or will I have a temporal mindset? Our mindset will determine what we see is valuable (i.e., what we treasure). In this command we will explore Jesus’ encouragement to invest our lives in that which cannot be destroyed or taken away....
2022-11-2818 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLay Up Treasures - Part 3Are we to “follow our heart“ or does our heart follow where we lead it? Join Nate and Gabe as they unpack the truth that “where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.”At the heart of this command is the question: will I have an eternal mindset or will I have a temporal mindset? Our mindset will determine what we see is valuable (i.e., what we treasure). In this command we will explore Jesus’ encouragement to invest our lives in that which cannot be destroyed or taken away.Want to go deeper in...
2022-11-2120 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLay Up Treasures - Part 2We are all investors - we are all investing our lives into something! The most ideal investment is one that will give you the largest return for the longest amount of time. In light of this, consider the opportunity God gives us to make eternal investments as you listen to Nate and Gabe share on Jesus’ command to lay up treasures!At the heart of this command is the question: will I have an eternal mindset or will I have a temporal mindset? Our mindset will determine what we see is valuable (i.e., what we treasure). In...
2022-11-1418 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBonus - Lew Sterrett: The Search for ApprovalHave you ever sought to fill a void in your life by trying to gain the approval of others but found the void only became greater? In this guest episode, Dr. Lew Sterrett shares how God used a tragic experience in his early childhood to set his life on a course of finding complete acceptance and approval in His Heavenly Father.One of the greatest needs mankind possesses is to find the acceptance of someone who genuinely loves, cares and receives them. God has graciously met this need, and He has done so through providing a way t...
2022-10-3139 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPractice Secret Disciplines - Part 4What we set our focus on will determine how we live. A temporal focus will rob us of that which really matters. Are there areas of your life in which you have a temporal focus? Listen as Nate and Gabe give encouragement on how to walk with an eternal focus and thus treasure what God values. In Matthew 6, Jesus commands us to give, pray, and fast in secret. Why in secret? When we practice these disciplines in secret, it cultivates an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father and a mature focus of living to please Him alone. I...
2022-10-2419 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPractice Secret Disciplines - Part 3Colossians 3:23 says, “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” God‘s heart is that we would do everything as unto Him. In this episode, Nate and Gabe delve into practical aspects of the disciplines of giving, praying, and fasting and how these are a call to prioritize relationship with God. In Matthew 6, Jesus commands us to give, pray, and fast in secret. Why in secret? When we practice these disciplines in secret, it cultivates an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father and a mature focus of living to please Him alo...
2022-10-1721 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPractice Secret Disciplines - Part 2Join Nate and Gabe as they dig into the nature of God as a God who desires to reveal Himself to those who seek Him. When we seek Lord and we find Him, there is an intimacy cultivated between us and Him that couldn’t come any other way.In Matthew 6, Jesus commands us to give, pray, and fast in secret. Why in secret? When we practice these disciplines in secret, it cultivates an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father and a mature focus of living to please Him alone. In this command we see a beautiful as...
2022-10-1016 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastPractice Secret Disciplines - Part 1Who are you living for? Join Nate and Gabe as they unpackage Christ’s command to Practice Secret Disciplines. Our response to this command will expose who we are living for. Am I being motivated by a desire to impress men? Or am I being motivated by a relationship with my Heavenly Father in which I know I am loved and accepted.In Matthew 6, Jesus commands us to give, pray, and fast in secret. Why in secret? When we practice these disciplines in secret, it cultivates an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father and a mature focus of...
2022-10-0317 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Perfect - Part 4What is irritating you? How are you responding to it? Are you resisting it or are you receiving it? Join Nate and Gabe as they encourage us how to receive all hardships from the Lord as something He is using to perfect and mature us.In this exploration of the command “Be Perfect”, you will be deeply encouraged as you see God’s desire to mature His children. One of the ways He does this is by increasing our level of training, one step at a time, to become more dependent upon Him. Irritations, hardships, and difficult people...
2022-09-2617 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Perfect - Part 1The command to “Be Perfect” can initially be confusing because we associate the word “perfect” with the idea of sinless perfection. However “perfect” here has the idea of growing, maturing, and becoming complete. Join Nate and Gabe as they expound on God’s desire that we as His children would grow and mature becoming channels of His perfect love to others.In this exploration of the command “Be Perfect”, you will be deeply encouraged as you see God’s desire to mature His children. One of the ways He does this is by increasing our level of training, one step a...
2022-09-0517 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBonus - Jim Schettler: The Root of BitternessIn this special guest episode, you will be both convicted as you listen to how easily bitterness infects our lives, and you will be encouraged as you hear that the diagnosis has a cure. God desires to set us free from bitterness toward Him and other people.Bitterness is one of the most effective traps of the enemy. If allowed to take root in our lives, it will trouble us, defile others, and hinder us in our walk with God. Listen as Gabe and our guest Jim Schettler share the cause, the consequences, and the cure for...
2022-08-2940 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Enemies - Part 4Romans 12:21 says, “Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.” This is what loving our enemies is doing - overcoming evil with good! Listen as Nate and Gabe share on the rewards God has for us as we obey Him in this way.What does love look like? What is love? A better question is, who is love? Love isn’t a thing we are to try to do. Love is a Person: Jesus Christ. When Jesus’ life fills us, His love fills us, and we become a channel of that to others.Want to...
2022-08-2218 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Enemies - Part 3In order to love our enemies, we need a correct perspective of what love really is. So much of what we’ve understood love to be is actually selfish - what can we get out of it? But the love that comes from God is selfless! Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss how to cultivate a love for our enemies.What does love look like? What is love? A better question is, who is love? Love isn’t a thing we are to try to do. Love is a Person: Jesus Christ. When Jesus’ life fills us, Hi...
2022-08-1518 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLove Your Enemies - Part 2Is there anyone in your life who you’ve given yourself an excuse to not love? When Jesus said, “love your enemies”, He didn’t give us an exception clause. Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss how God’s call to love our enemies is not a matter of feelings, but a matter of obedience.What does love look like? What is love? A better question is, who is love? Love isn’t a thing we are to try to do. Love is a Person: Jesus Christ. When Jesus’ life fills us, His love fills us, and we become...
2022-08-0818 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastGo The Second Mile - Part 2“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21). We will all be offended. But offenses can become opportunities for us to turn away from our natural reactions and to receive the Lord’s response in the situation. Listen as Nate and Gabe share the dangers of reacting in our flesh - instead of overcoming evil, we become part of the evil.As you reflect on this command, it is key to understand that God desires to use us as channels to minister His life to our enemies. How amazing it is that as we lay ou...
2022-07-1120 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastGo The Second Mile - Part 1If you squeeze an orange, what should come out? Orange juice! If you “squeeze” a Christian, what should come out? The character of Christ! In this convicting episode, Nate and Gabe open up the command to “Go the Second Mile” shedding light on the life-changing application this can have on our lives.As you reflect on this command, it is key to understand that God desires to use us as channels to minister His life to our enemies. How amazing it is that as we lay our lives down to the Lord, He is able to replace our atti...
2022-07-0416 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastKeep Your Word - Part 4How are we to handle situations where we’ve broken our word? And what are we to do when we are bound in a habitual pattern of breaking our word? Listen as Nate and Gabe share about God’s solution for our problem. As we keep His Word, God enables us to keep our word!In a day where deception is commonplace, consider the weight of this truth: God always keeps His word! This is part of His character and nature! God’s desire for us, as those who have God Himself living in us, is that we acc...
2022-06-2717 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastKeep Your Word - Part 3A relationship with God touches every area of our lives! The more we walk with Him and are filled with His Word, the more we will see His truth touch our relationships, our business, etc. In this episode, Nate and Gabe talk about the value of dealing with honesty in all aspects of our lives.In a day where deception is commonplace, consider the weight of this truth: God always keeps His word! This is part of His character and nature! God’s desire for us, as those who have God Himself living in us, is that we...
2022-06-2017 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastKeep Your Word - Part 1Oftentimes it is easy for us to belittle our words – to make excuses for not keeping our word or to justify ourselves for why we didn’t do what we said we would do. However, God calls us to a higher way of living. As Christians, we need to be as good as our word! Listen as Nate and Gabe expound on Jesus’ command in Matthew 5 to “let your yes be yes and your no be no.”In a day where deception is commonplace, consider the weight of this truth: God always keeps His word! This is part of Hi...
2022-06-0614 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBonus - John Van Gelderen: The Way of EscapeIn this riveting episode, John Van Gelderen and Gabe uncover some of Satan’s tactics in bringing temptation into our lives. To counter these attacks, they share a life changing truth God has given to overcome! You will be encouraged as you see God’s provision in Christ as “THE way of escape.”Temptation comes in different forms – there is temptation caused by the physical realm and temptation caused by the spiritual realm. God has made a way for us to escape – and it comes as we understand our position in Christ! What does it mean that Christ is in...
2022-05-3038 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Not Lust - Part 4Listen as Nate and Gabe share from the example of Achan how lust plays out in our lives. In life we will be faced with things we can’t always control, but by the grace of God, we don’t have to turn our heart toward those things. If we let Him, God can train us to look away from those things to Him! This is the way of victory!Listen and be encouraged that victory in the area of lust doesn’t come from our effort, but rather from dependence on the Lord. God's way to overco...
2022-05-2321 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastDo Not Lust - Part 3Galatians 6:7 says, “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” One key to overcoming lust in our lives is to realize that every thought we think is a seed planted, and it will bear fruit. Join Nate and Gabe as they share how this principle is true not only a wrong thoughts but also of planting God’s Word in our hearts!Listen and be encouraged that victory in the area of lust doesn’t come from our effort, but rather from dependence on the Lord. God's way to overc...
2022-05-1621 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Reconciled - Part 4Proverbs 13:10 says “Only by pride cometh contention.” And James 4:6 says “God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” In this conclusion of the command to Be Reconciled, Nate and Gabe share how being reconciled (as well as avoiding offenses altogether) comes down to humbling ourselves before God and allowing Him to transform every aspect of who we are.The foundation for being reconciled to our brother is realizing that God has reconciled us to Himself through Christ. God desires to be one with mankind! It is only when we understand the value of this that we can g...
2022-04-2518 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Reconciled - Part 3It has been said that the eight most difficult words in the English language are, “I was wrong. Will you forgive me?” Often the cause for offense is our pride. When pursuing reconciliation with others, humility is key. Listen as Nate and Gabe share practical aspects of pursuing reconciliation.The foundation for being reconciled to our brother is realizing that God has reconciled us to Himself through Christ. God desires to be one with mankind! It is only when we understand the value of this that we can grasp the full weight of being reconciled to each othe...
2022-04-1820 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBe Reconciled - Part 1Christ’s command to Be Reconciled reveals that an important aspect of walking rightly with God is walking rightly with our brother. The word reconcile is a financial term. It gives the picture of two accounts that are at odds and needing to come into agreement with one another. Listen as Nate and Gabe discuss the weight of this command and how it practically applies to our lives.The foundation for being reconciled to our brother is realizing that God has reconciled us to Himself through Christ. God desires to be one with mankind! It is only wh...
2022-04-0416 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastHonor God's Law - Part 4Have you ever felt like there is a discrepancy between the God of the Old Testament and the Christ of the New Testament? This “discrepancy” is based on the wrong assumption that God did away with His Law when Christ came. Thus, we have the wrong and dangerous assumption that God has changed! Join Nate and Gabe as they talk about how the Old and New Testament are beautifully interwoven and both reveal the same thing – the nature of God and the person of Christ!In a day and age where rules are subjective and there are no abs...
2022-03-2816 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastHonor God's Law - Part 3There are two common responses we have to the Law of God: we summon our will power to try to do the Law; or, we assume it “doesn’t apply to us”, and we throw it out. But what is God’s purpose for the Law? Join Nate and Gabe as they talk about the purpose God has for His Law and how it applies to us in our day!In a day and age where rules are subjective and there are no absolutes, the church needs more than ever to learn to “honor God’s Law.” As we treasure...
2022-03-2116 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastHonor God's Law - Part 1What comes to your mind when you think of the Law of God? Is it the rulebook of a harsh task master to His slaves? Or is it an expression of the love and nature of God to a people who He desires to know Him? Join Nate and Gabe as they talk about how your view of God will determine your view of His Law.In a day and age where rules are seen as subjective and absolutes are disregarded, the church needs more than ever to learn to “honor God’s Law.” As we treasure and va...
2022-03-0717 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLet Your Light Shine - Part 2Does our behavior determine our identity? Or does our identity determine our behavior? Ephesians 5:8 says that we were darkness, but now we are light! It follows that by saying “Walk as children of the light.” Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss the exchange of identities that we have been given in the Lord, and how this exchange ought to impact our behavior!In scripture we see that God is Light and Jesus is Light. It is almost shocking then when we hear Jesus say to His disciples, “You are the light of the world”! How does this wor...
2022-02-1416 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastLet Your Light Shine - Part 1We often blame someone or something else for the corruption that we see in the world (politicians, Hollywood, etc.). But Jesus declared that we are the salt of the earth and the light of the world! The purpose of salt is to preserve things, and the purpose of light is to illuminate darkness. Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss our identity as salt and light.In scripture we see that God is Light and Jesus is Light. It is almost shocking then when we hear Jesus say to His disciples, “You are the light of the wo...
2022-02-0715 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFollow Me - Part 3Are we willing to follow Jesus wherever He leads? Or do we say that we trust Him while we reserve the right to make our own decisions? Following Jesus means trusting Christ to determine the direction of our lives -- even when it doesn’t make sense. Join Nate and Gabe as they talk about following the Shepherd Who is trustworthy.As we follow Christ, we find that the key to reaching others for Him is being filled with Him! When we give God the right to guide, lead, and direct our lives, Christ’s life within us w...
2021-12-2030 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastFollow Me - Part 2Following Jesus is about getting to know and listening to His voice. Listening takes time — and it competes with the many noises and distractions of a busy life. But if we take the time to still our hearts and listen to God’s voice, we will learn to trust Him and follow where He leads. Join Nate and Gabe as they share examples of what it means to follow Christ.As we follow Christ, we find that the key to reaching others for Him is being filled with Him! When we give God the right to guide, lead...
2021-12-1329 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastBonus - Eric Ludy: Grace and the Kitchen SinkUsed over 150 times in Scripture, "grace" is perhaps one of the most important words in the entire Bible! But what is the grace of God, and how does it function in our lives as believers? In this episode, Gabe Cleator and Eric Ludy dig deep into the vital topic of grace. Just as a diamond has many facets, the grace of God has many different aspects. When we just take one aspect of grace and claim it as the totality of grace, we miss out on much of the riches of God's amazing grace. More than just a divine...
2021-11-2938 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRepent - Part 4How would you describe the vibrancy of your love for the Lord? Is it more vibrant now than when you first got saved, or has it grown cold? Join Nate and Gabe as they discuss how the goal of repentance is restoration of our relationship with the God of the Universe.One way that we can lose our intimate relationship with God is by becoming too focused on our serving and losing focus on the God Whom we are serving. The Church of Ephesus in Revelation 2 had this exact problem. What was God’s message to them? Re...
2021-11-2225 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRepent - Part 3“Sow a thought, reap an action; sow an action, reap a habit; sow a habit, reap a character; sow a character, reap a destiny.” — Stephen Covey. Do you realize that the thoughts you think actually determine the destiny of your life? We may assume that our thoughts are harmless and don’t affect our lives much, but the exact opposite is true! Join Gabe and Nate as they talk about how our thoughts lead to the outcome of our lives.Have you ever gotten into a “rut” of negative thinking? Are you struggling with detrimental habits that you can’t se...
2021-11-1532 minThe Commands of Christ PodcastRepent - Part 2Have you ever wondered where a desire to seek the Lord and a longing to abide in His Word comes from? Do you long to experience these desires? Listen as Gabe and Nate explain how the command of Christ to repent answers these crucial questions.In the command repent, we see our desperate need for the Word of God to dwell preeminently in our minds and hearts. Why? Scripture tells us that God’s Word is living, powerful, sharper than a two-edged sword, and has the ability to change and renew our minds and hearts (Heb. 4:12). When th...
2021-11-0825 min