Ep 42: Intimacy with God: Walking the Narrow Path and Producing Good Fruit

Prepare to be spiritually enriched in this captivating episode of The Founder Collective Podcast, featuring host Tamra Andress in a profound conversation with special guest Chris Rickstrew. Together, they explore a wide array of spiritual topics, delving into the depths of pursuing intimacy with God, the transformative journey of walking the narrow path of purity, and the powerful impact of being the light of the world. Pursuing Intimacy with God as First Priority: Chris shares his insights on making intimate relationship with God the top priority every day. Discover the profound results of anointing oneself in prayer, which leads to hearing, seeing, thinking, and loving like Christ. Chris emphasizes that spiritual maturity is nurtured through dedicated time spent with the Lord. Walking the Narrow Path of Purity: Chris's journey finds him on the narrow path, where worldly impurities are cleansed to prepare the inner vessel for bearing good fruit. Dive into his experiences with fasting and letting go of things permanently, a process marked by grieving the past while embracing a new identity in Christ. Being the Light of the World: Tamra reflects on the profound declaration that she is indeed the light of the world, as proclaimed by Jesus. Her joy serves as a testament to God's reality, even amidst life's challenges. Chris highlights the significant impact of Tamra's example on his own faith journey since their meeting. Producing Good Fruit through Abiding: Explore the transformative power of abiding in Christ, which naturally leads to the production of good fruit. These fruits, borne from deep spiritual roots, continue to shine brightly even in the darkest of times. Learn how valleys, where crops thrive, provide an opportunity for profound intimacy with God. Transitioning Mindsets from Religion to Relationship: Chris draws comparisons between his previous church experiences, often focused on trendy topics, and the fiery passion for Jesus found within The Founder Collective group. He emphasizes the shift from religion as an activity to relationship with God as a lifestyle. Get ready to embark on a spiritually enlightening journey that explores the core tenets of faith, intimacy with God, and the transformative power of living a life that radiates the aroma of Christ. Tune in to The Founder Collective Podcast now! Want to be part of our conversation? The Founder Collective Table is a great opportunity for you to get plugged in and start seeing where God will lead you! Wednesdays at 12 Noon EST. We have room for you at the table! ⁠ https://fitifaith.activehosted.com/f/91 The FounderCon Conference is coming up at the end of this year! Tickets are available NOW! https://www.thefoundercon.com/ Thank you for listening! To hear more from us, visit us at: Tamra's Podcast, The F.I.T. in Faith Podcast : https://omny.fm/shows/the-f-i-t-in-faith-podcast Anthony's Podcast, In the Red : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-red/id1617463799 Joseph "Jay" Stallings newest release, "Glory" : https://music.apple.com/us/album/glory-feat-joseph-stallings-iii/1671269971?i=1671269972