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JesusSmartX
by Brian Del Turco
The show that goes beyond waiting for heaven. Beyond religion. Jesus is brilliant ... he knows how life works best.
Episodes
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Out of the World's Sway, Into the Way of Christ | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 386
There's a current running through this world, and if you're not intentional, it will carry you. Scripture calls it "the course of this world" and says the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one. But the early believers had a different name: six times in Acts, they're called the Way....
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Tread by Faith: Claiming Ground God Has for You | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 385
There's ground out there with your name on it, but it only opens to a certain pace of faith. Inspired by C.S. Lewis's Voyage of the Dawn Treader and the Hebrew word darach (to tread, to march), this episode calls you past strolling and walking into something more intense: treading by faith....
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Hitting the Wall: The Breaking Point Every Christ-Follower Faces with Ken Roberts | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 384
There's a point where the church, the answers you were given, and your own bootstrapped faith stop being enough. Ken Roberts calls it "the wall," the breaking point every Christ-follower eventually faces, whether it comes through personal tragedy, disappointment in leadership, or questions no one...
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It's Always Comeback Time: Shift, Pray, Proclaim | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 383
Something sick or dying in your world? Peter's raising of Tabitha in Acts 9 reveals a three-part kingdom pattern for breakthrough: shift your environment, pray through, and proclaim in faith. It's always comeback time in Christ. ---------- See the full episode transcript below. 👉 Explore more...
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Building a Gold, Silver, Precious Stones Kind of Day | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 382
Today isn't just another day — every day's a building day. From 1 Corinthians 3, Brian Del Turco asks the question every believer needs to hear: are you building with gold, silver, and precious stones, or wood, hay, and straw? What survives the fire? In under three minutes, discover how the Word,...
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Becoming Unoffendable: "I Can Afford That" | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 381
Offenses hit us like fiery darts. But what if you could become unoffendable? In this episode, Brian shares a simple approach that’s changing how he’s learning to handle offenses, unpacks what it really means to forgive a debt, and explores why Scripture calls this “the glory” of what it means to…
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Praise, Discern, Fight — In That Order | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 380
In the wilderness, God gave Israel a precise order for breaking camp and moving: Judah first, then Issachar, then Zebulun. Praise, then discernment, then warfare. There are protocols and precedents in the Old Testament that find their ultimate fulfillment in Christ. It's a kingdom sequence for…
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Required Listening: Talk Like the Most Effective Communicator Who Ever Lived with Charles Stone | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 379
Jesus was the most effective communicator who ever lived. Dr. Charles Stone, a pastor with a background in the neuroscience of leadership, breaks down the brain science behind how he taught, connected, and moved people to change. Connection. Emotion. Memory. Action. This conversation will change...
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Spirit-Filled Execution: Aligning Action with Christ's Energy | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 378
Whatever's in front of you right now — a new venture, a difficult conversation, a career decision, a family challenge — lay this Kingdom template over it. It starts with creative prayer: partnering with Christ's creative intent. It moves to diligent planning: honoring what is revealed by…
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Learning to Love America the Beautiful | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 377
The most important rights you have do not come from a government — it came from your Creator. As America marks 250 years, this episode asks what it means to love your country through a Kingdom lens. Revisiting a conversation on faith and the ideals that built a nation, we explore why your new...
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The Eden Lie: Progressivism as Demonic Counterfeit | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 376
Brian traces progressivism from its Enlightenment roots to its expression in modern politics and the church, exposes it as a demonic counterfeit to the Kingdom of God, and points to the real future — the City of God coming to earth and the New Heavens and New Earth. Real freedom is downstream…
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Rich in All the Wrong Ways | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 375
Some are rich — just in all the wrong ways. Jesus had something different in mind. Let's unpack what it means to step off the expressway of self and into the off-road adventure of Kingdom generosity. From investing in relationships to leveraging resource for others, living rich toward God is not...
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Willing and Obedient The Blessing Is in Motion | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 374
Obedience to the Lord releases a blessing — but the timing and shape of it will likely surprise you. The most significant acts of obedience are often the ones nobody sees: the resolute yes in a quiet moment, the faithfulness in a small thing, the integrity in an unseen situation. God catalogs…
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Psalm 110: Christ Is Already Reigning — Are You Living Like It? with Paul Hubbard | Jesus Smart X, Ep. 373
Most believers have barely scratched the surface of the powerful revelation in Psalm 110. In this conversation with Paul Hubbard, Brian Del Turco unpacks why Christ is reigning right now, not waiting. From the Melchizedek priesthood to the stunning story of Abigail and Nabal, this episode is a...
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The Ears Have It | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 372
The Kingdom of God runs on a sonic frequency. Creation was spoken into existence. The Gospel is proclaimed with sound. Miracles are released through the hearing of faith. Jesus repeated "he who has ears, let him hear" throughout the Gospels and seven times in Revelation. The Ear Gate is not...
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You've Already Died. Now Live Like It. | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 371
Every religion in history says do this, become that. Paul says you've got it backwards. Most people read Colossians 3:5, "Put to death what is earthly in you," as a call to try harder. But back up two verses and everything changes. "You have died." That's not a command. That's a declaration. Paul...
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The Vantage Point Shift: Out of Your Head, Into His Heart | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 370
When a situation hits, most of us go straight to our heads — cycling, analyzing, worrying. But the Kingdom move is a vantage point shift: get out of your head and lock into God's heart. In this Jesus Smart 180, Brian Del Turco unpacks two connected disciplines... seeking God's perspective on your...
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Not an Accident: God Has Designs on You! | Jesus Smart 180, Ep. 369
You are not an accident. God didn't improvise your life — he designed it. In this inaugural episode of Jesus Smart 180, a new short-form format in the Jesus Smart X feed, Brian Del Turco unpacks the Greek word 'prothesis' from Romans 8:28. What does it reveal about the deliberate, forward-leaning...
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Full-Spectrum Faith: The Holy Spirit, Global Governance, and the Alert Church with Travis Weber | Ep. 368
Most Western Christians have a faith that lives almost entirely in the head. Travis Weber — Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs at the Family Research Council — argues that's not enough for the hour we're in. In this conversation, Travis shares what the Lord has been showing him…
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Take Up Your Cross: Apostolic Living in a Sand-Built World | Ep. 367
A good dose of American Christianity has settled for blessing without the cross, comfort without death, resurrection without crucifixion. But apostolic Christ-following operates on a radically different principle: life comes through death. In this episode, we're exploring what it means to build…
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Jesus Isn't Waiting to Be King: Understanding Psalm 110 | Ep. 366
Most Christians believe Jesus is waiting in heaven to become King. But what if He's been reigning all along? Brian Del Turco unveils Psalm 110—the most quoted Old Testament passage in the New Testament—and reveals why the early church treated it as the master key to understanding Christ's present...
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Sharpened, Not Softened: Meeting This Moment (EP 365)
In extreme times, the Body of Christ can't afford to be passive and polite. Drawing from the latest Smart Edit newsletter, Brian Del Turco explores holy provocation—the biblical call to sharpen one another toward love and good deeds. Discover why speaking truth in love isn't optional, how...
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Grease the Groove: Spiritual Strength Training for Extreme Times (Ep 364)
Extreme times demand spiritual strength training. Discover how elite athletes "grease the groove"—training their central nervous system through frequent sub-maximal exercises—and how this same principle can be applied to training your spirit. Brian Del Turco reveals how micro spiritual workouts...
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Your Covenant Pathway to a Preferred Future with Terry Hoggard (Ep 363)
Stop drifting and discover your covenant pathway to a preferred future. Veteran missionary Terry Hoggard reveals a transformative three-movement practice: foundation, strategic insight, and covenant with God. This isn't goal-setting—it's positioning yourself in the center of what God is doing.…
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Over-the-Horizon Questing: Faith for What's Next (EP 362)
You can't see what's coming over the horizon, but your faith can reach it now. Brian Del Turco explores four steps to cultivate over-the-horizon belief: worship and pray over the horizon (prayer as predicting the future), visualize and prophesy what's coming, fix your belief set points with...
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When God's Light Hits Your Situation (EP 361)
What if you could see that struggling relationship, that stalled project, that personal challenge in an entirely different light—God's light? The same creative pattern God used in Genesis—speaking light over chaos—is available to recreate your situation right now. Discover six practical steps to...
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The Outlaw Christ-Child: Why Christmas is Still a Revolution (EP 360)
Forget the sanitized nativity—Christmas is a beachhead, an invasion, a sentence of doom upon the dragon. Brian Del Turco unveils Christmas through Revelation 12 and G.K. Chesterton's vision of the cave as an "outlaw's den"—a fortress in enemy territory where the King returned to shake kingdoms…
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Have Yourself a Very 'Chaordic' Christmas: When Chaos Meets Order with Terry Hoggard (EP 359)
We're coining a new Christmas greeting: "Have yourself a very 'chaordic' Christmas!" Chaordic—where chaos meets order. With decades planting churches in Rome and Brussels and serving with Convoy of Hope, Terry Hoggard helps us see Christmas as the ultimate disruptive innovation—an ongoing dance...
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WalkCast: A Kingdom Framework - Prayer + Planning + Spirit-Fueled Execution (EP 358)
What if the secret to breakthrough isn't just prayer or hard work—but a powerful combination of both with God's zeal backing your obedience? In this walk cast episode, Brian Del Turco unveils a kingdom framework: creative prayer plus strategic planning plus spirit-filled execution equals...
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'Stuff I Got from Dad with Keith Payne' (EP 357)
Brian Del Turco converses with Keith Payne to explore how lessons from his earthly father shaped his understanding of God’s Father heart. From a tough, charismatic union leader to a redeemed man of faith, Keith reflects on the wisdom, protection, and love he received and how it points to the...
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The Authority of Being Clean - Living Beyond the Enemy’s Reach (EP 356)
Spiritual attacks and temptation are inevitable—but domination isn’t. Walking in the light, staying aligned with Christ, and cleansing our hearts gives the enemy nothing to grab onto. We uncover practical steps to remove footholds of sin and operate in Christ's authority in everyday life....
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The New Testament Like You’ve Never Seen It with Frank Viola, Part 2 (EP 355)
What if you could see the New Testament not just as history, but as a living story that’s still unfolding? In Part 2 of this conversation, Brian Del Turco continues with Frank Viola, bestselling author of The Untold Story of the New Testament Church. Building on Part 1, this episode dives even...
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Life in the Groove -- Improvising with the Holy Spirit (EP 354)
What if walking with God is about moving in rhythm with the Holy Spirit — like a jazz musician improvising in the moment? We explore what it means to live in a Heaven and Earth Jazz Jam session. Listening, responding, and co-creating with God. Drawing on Scripture, spiritual insight, and the...
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The New Testament Like You’ve Never Seen It with Frank Viola, Part 1 (EP 353)
What if you could read the New Testament as a single, unfolding story—seeing the books in their real-life context and discovering the heartbeat of the early church? Brian Del Turco talks with Frank Viola, bestselling author of The Untold Story of the New Testament Church. You’ll see how the New...
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High-Impact Prayer: A Micro Ecclesia Can Transform Outcomes (Ep 352)
A township board said a couple might have to leave their home over a permit dispute. Instead of giving in to fear, the husband turned to a small Micro Ecclesia prayer gathering. The board voted 4–1 in their favor. We look at how Micro Ecclesia—small, Spirit-led communities—carry real Kingdom...
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By Faith We Understand: Accessing Jesus’ Intelligence in Daily Life (Ep 351)
Faith unlocks understanding. In this episode, we explore how to access Jesus’ intelligence in daily life — from navigating challenges to making smart decisions. Discover why trusting in wisdom from above surpasses human reasoning. Real knowledge of the Holy One is the ultimate source of insight…
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The Jericho Dynamic -- Prophetic Keys to Enter Your Promised Land (Ep 350)
Jericho was more than a military victory—it was a prophetic gateway into the Promised Land. Today, the same God who caused the walls to fall is calling you to silence doubt, lift a faith-filled shout, and step into new territory. The blueprint at Jericho can guide you in overcoming obstacles…
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The Triad of Success: Principles, Push, and Tact in the Christian Life (Ep 349)
What does it really take to succeed God’s way? In this episode of JesusSmartX, we highlight biblical success principles that move you beyond theory into real results. True success isn’t about hustle alone — it’s about aligning with a Kingdom mindset and living Spirit-led. We’ll break down the...
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Your Prayer Potential + Cottage Cheese Hack for Wellness (Ep 348)
We explore the staggering potential you have in prayer—accessing the Father with Christ’s perfection, legal standing, and firstborn rights as a co-heir. Plus, in our Smart Wellness segment, discover why a simple ½ cup of cottage cheese before bed can protect muscle, fuel metabolism, and support…
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Kingdom Forward: Living on the Leading Edge of the King’s Story (Ep 347)
What does it mean to live Kingdom Forward? In this short, high-impact episode of JesusSmartX, discover how to align every decision, relationship, and prayer with the King’s agenda. Drawing from John 3 and Matthew 6:33, we explore how to seek first God’s Kingdom, live ahead, and advance His reign…
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Faith Gains: Why Your Spirit Needs Resistance to Grow (Ep 346)
Just like muscles need resistance to grow, your faith needs tests to develop. In this short episode, discover how challenges are God’s signals to develop your spirit and advance you to the next level in Christ. Don’t just survive the pressure—train through it. God is preparing you for greater...
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Is the Micro Ecclesia God’s New Mega Move? (Ep 345)
Is the future of the Church small and powerful? In this episode, we unpack the rise of the Micro Ecclesia and why it may be Heaven’s disruptive blueprint for cultural transformation. Could the Holy Spirit be breathing on a grassroots model of spiritual governance—relational, agile, and infused…
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Sleep Your Way to a Healthy Brain (Ep 344)
Your brain is a masterpiece — the most complex organ in the universe, using up to 25% of your body’s energy. But by day’s end, it’s cluttered with waste. Sleep isn’t just rest. It’s divine design for deep renewal. In this episode, discover why sleep is your secret weapon for brain health and...
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“Don’t Mention the Holy Spirit”—What These Iranian Women Were Told In American Churches (Ep 343)
Iranian Christian women, imprisoned for their faith, were urged by some American churches and publishers: “Please don’t speak about the Holy Spirit.” But for them, the Holy Spirit wasn’t a side note. He was central. He sustained them through persecution and gave them supernatural strength,...
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Pt 2 of Stop Negative Thoughts: Healing Your Mind with Bruce Colbert
The journey to mental freedom continues. In Part 2, author and coach Bruce Colbert unpacks the six-step process to overcome negative thought patterns for good. We also explore the often-overlooked connection between your physical health and your thought life. Heart Intelligence isn’t just theory....
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Stop Negative Thoughts: Healing Your Mind with Bruce Colbert (Ep 341)
Negative thought patterns can trap us in anxiety, frustration, and spiritual stagnation. In this episode, author and coach Bruce Colbert shares a step-by-step, biblical strategy to heal your mind and break free. Discover how Heart Intelligence—a scriptural key—can transform your thinking and…
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From Water to the Best Wine: Jesus Upgrades the Story (Ep 340)
Pulled from the Smart Edit newsletter, this episode flows with a prophetic edge. We’re spotlighting a Kingdom Dynamic from John 2: the first miracle of Jesus—turning water into wine at a wedding. But it’s more than a party trick. It’s a revelation. Jesus doesn’t just top off what’s lacking. He...
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From Brain Fog to Clarity - a Slower, Sacred Way to Think with Dr. Charles Stone (Ep 339)
Your mind wasn’t designed to live in overdrive. The pace, the pressure, the nonstop noise—no wonder we’re anxious, foggy, and missing the moment we’re in. But what if your mind could become a place of peace? In this rich conversation, Dr. Charles Stone (pastor + neuroscience guy) unpacks “holy...
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Pulverizing Mountains: 6 Above-Normal Advantages You Have in Christ (Ep 338)
What if the real reason you're feeling stuck isn’t a lack of talent or opportunity—but a lack of awareness about what’s already yours in Christ? In this episode, we highlight 6 cutting-edge advantages that every Christ-follower can activate: The authority of bold faith at the Throne of Grace…
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Jesus Is a Champion of Women: He Rewrites Your Life Story with Mary DeMuth (Ep 337)
The image of God was never meant to be reflected by men alone. You were created with divine intention—female and male together—to carry His likeness into the world. And Jesus? He doesn’t just include women. He champions them. In this episode with Mary DeMuth, we explore how King Jesus restores...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The show that goes beyond waiting for heaven. Beyond religion. Jesus is brilliant ... he knows how life works best.
HOSTED BY
Brian Del Turco
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The show that goes beyond waiting for heaven. Beyond religion. Jesus is brilliant ... he knows how life works best.
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