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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 17 MIN

674 Why Jesus Still Matters in Ordinary Life

from The Daily Grind · host John Spencer

Thursday, January 1st - Happy New Year: In a world overflowing with information, many wonder whether Jesus is still relevant. This episode explores why Jesus continues to matter—not as a relic of the past, but as a guide for living a fully human life today. Jesus speaks directly to the inner dynamics of fear, anger, desire, and love, offering not just insight but transformation. He doesn’t merely tell us what to do; he teaches us how to become the kind of people who live well. In a fragmented, anxious culture, Jesus remains deeply relevant because he understands formation, not just behavior. He still knows how life works.⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

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