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NextLevel Christianity
by John Alkire
Welcome to NextLevel Christianity; a podcast designed to teach biblical truth, help Christians apply it to their daily lives and gain true clarity of what it means to follow Jesus. Our churches and Christian communities are continuously being influenced by cultural and worldly views and very few pastors are teaching how to live a biblical life. My name is John Alkire, please join me for important conversations where biblical truth and life application collide. So grab your bible and join in the conversation. Biblical references found on our FB & IG pages @nextlevelequip
Episodes
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32: Our Breast Cancer Story
In this episode, I bring my wife Carrie Ann on to share our breast cancer story. Her joy and gratitude through this journey is of the Lord and truly inspirational. You won’t want to miss this powerful discussion on how God sustains His people through life’s toughest challenges. Are you dealing…
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31: Repent or you will likewise perish
In this episode, we look at Luke 13:1-9 where Jesus teaches about repentance. We have completely lost the significance of this critical call to follow Christ. This topic is rarely preached in the modern church and many are deprived of the gospel. So, grab your Bible and join the conversation. For...
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30: Why the gospel matters
In this episode, we discuss the importance of knowing and sharing the true gospel. How it is the only powerful thing that saves souls. But it also rescues those stuck in churches and within circles who believe in bad theology. Most don’t know it because it isn’t preached and we are not reading…
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29: He’s the King of Kings
In this episode, we discuss current events and how God will ultimately decide the outcome of the upcoming November election. For His glory, He will use the means of His creation to elect the next government officials of our nation. We should exercise our freedoms to vote for the candidates that...
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28: Why would God save man?
In this episode, we walk through the beautiful verses of Ezekiel 36:22-32. We address the question; why would God save man? In addition, we learn about God’s amazing revelation regarding the New Covenant that was to come through Christ. We cover some deep content, so grab your Bible and join the...
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27: Can a Christian lose salvation?
In this episode, we use Scripture to help answer the question; can a Christian lose salvation? Please join this important conversation. For biblical references used for each episode, visit our Facebook or Instagram page @nextlevelequip. If you would like to email the podcast it is...
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26: The Good and Bad News
In this episode, we discuss the good and bad news of the gospel. In Romans chapter one through three, Paul takes us through the condemnation of mankind, the need of God’s righteousness and justification. The good news is we are justified to God through our faith in Christ. The bad news is if we...
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25: Navigating the Gospel of Christ
In this episode, through the inspired Word of God, I navigate us through various scriptures that teach us the gospel of Christ. Within the Christian community, we are seeing a rise of universalism and “Jesus loves everyone” rhetoric. The problem is we do not find any of this in the Bible. I blame...
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24: The Hard Truth and Teaching of Jesus - Lessons from John 6
In this episode, we discuss one of the most powerful teachings from Jesus in the gospels. In John chapter 6, we experience His miracles such as feeding 5000, walking on water, the bread of life discourse, works vs faith, the gospel, the process of salvation, metaphor of physical to spiritual...
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23: Preparing for Financial Storms
In this episode, Carrie and I discuss the biblical standard of money, how to prepare for financial storms and execute in the midst. We have been debt free for more than 10 years, paid off $40,000 in just 18 months and walked through 3 job losses successfully. As we continue facing economic and...
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22: Who are God’s elect?
In this episode, we discuss the powerful doctrine of God’s sovereign election. This is a controversial topic among Christians, but there is no doubt through the God breathed scriptures this is truth. We walk through thirty verses that talk about the elect, the chosen, those predestined and chosen...
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21: Do you know your purpose?
In this episode, Carrie and I share what our true purpose is as Christians. This came together when she heard a leader of a company say; “your purpose is this business.” Our purpose is not defined by worldly standards or our own. It is not our careers, titles, net worth, being a mother or father,...
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20: When I am afraid, I will put my trust in the Lord
In this episode, as we face the uncertainty of CoronaVirus, Carrie and I provide hope through God’s holy scriptures. Join the conversation while we unpack some of our favorite verses to combat fear and anxiety and deliver God’s insurmountable peace. Please go to our FB and IG pages for all bible...
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19: Lessons from a Wedding Feast
In this episode, Carrie and I unpack this powerful parable from Jesus found in the book of Matthew chapter 22. Jesus used parables to illustrate profound divine truths. He told his disciples they are the secrets and knowledge given to them but to all. Jesus pivotal message, “many are called but...
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18: How do we know we are saved?
In this episode, we help address the question “how do we know we are saved?” The Bible is clear on the process and the transformation that happens to those who believe. You will either feel confident and assured or scared to death. So, don’t be afraid, join the conversation. You can find all...
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17: The Real Meaning of Christmas
In this episode, we discuss the real meaning of Christmas. The story of Jesus Christ and Gods beautiful plan for humanity. As we celebrate with family and friends, let’s be sure to give Him the glory and reflect on how blessed we are to be chosen. If you don’t know Christ, our prayer is that you...
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16: Who’s Shepherding Your Children?
In this episode, we have a conversation about who is shepherding your children. Our culture has taught us to outsource everything for our kids. Are you outsourcing the spiritual development of your children? Are the youth ministries following biblical principles and are the pastors qualified?…
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15: Biblical Women
In this episode, Carrie and I have a heavy conversation about what it means to be a biblical woman. Our culture has impacted and perverted the Christian view and we bring light from a biblical perspective. We identify three core characteristics biblical women possess. We hope this challenges you...
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14: Biblical Men
In this episode, we discuss four characteristics that define Biblical men. If you are a Christian man and want to know more about what Gods intention is for you, grab a note pad and join the conversation. Please visit our IG & FB pages for biblical references for each episode @nextlevelequip
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13: Biblical Marriage & Roles
In this episode, we discuss God’s intention and roles for marriage. We unpack powerful parts of scripture that help set us straight. Christian communities have abandoned the Bible and God’s defined intention for marriage and blended in world views. This has been a destructive formula and…
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12: 3 Pillars of Spiritual Development - Part 3 “Sharing Our Faith”
In this episode, we complete our 3 part series with pillar #3 “Sharing Our Faith.” As Christians, we are called to take the message of Jesus to our friends, co-workers, neighbors, classmates, teammates and communities. Jesus commanded us in the “Great Commission” in Matthew 28 and it was a clear...
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11: 3 Pillars of Spiritual Development - Part 2 “Holy Living”
In this episode, we continue our three part series breaking down the 3 Pillars of Spiritual Development. The second is “sanctification” and the process of becoming more holy. This is a process you cannot accomplish without the help of the Holy Spirit. We have two major forces working against us;...
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10: 3 Pillars of Spiritual Development - Part 1 “Personal Relationship with God”
In this episode, we begin a three part series breaking down the three pillars of spiritual development. The first is a “personal relationship” with God. We are in an age where relationships have shifted through our cell phones. However, we cannot have a relationship with God through Snapchat…
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9: Gossip - How to take control of this destructive habit
In tonight’s episode, we discuss the destructive and poisonous topic of gossip. It is all around us everyday and we often actively participate in these negative conversations. In a lot of cases, we don’t even realize we are deeply engaged. In order to take control of it, we need to understand why...
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8: Are You Ready? Paul’s Final Instructions
In this episode, we dig into one of my favorite books in the Bible, Thessalonians. These are letters from Apostle Paul of encouragement and instructions to Christians on how to live together in preparation of Christ’s return. Yes, Jesus is coming back again! Amazingly, we don’t hear much about…
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7: Take Off Your Mask
In this episode, I discuss the challenges of being a Christian in the business environment. After 18 years of being in sales, I have been in many tough situations. I have not always been successful or acted like a believer. We often put on our masks during the work week. We cover our faith and...
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6: Be Aware of False Teachers & Self-helpers
In this episode, Carrie and I bring caution and awareness to the various false teachings and self-help influencers out there. As Christians, if we have abandoned the Bible, it’s teachings and instructions, we become susceptible to worldly influence. We provide you with three biblical ways to help...
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5: 6 Resolutions to Revamp your Relationship with God
In this episode, I am going to challenge some of you and hope you except. We are still in January and you might have started a resolution of some kind. I hope it is going well, but statistics suggest most don’t last past February. Instead, I challenge you to take on 6 resolutions to revamp your...
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4: So Now What?
You gave your life to Christ and maybe you’ve been thinking; so now what? Don’t worry, you are not alone. In this episode, I hope to educate and spur you to action as we walk through 6 stages of spiritual development found throughout scripture. God demands first place in our life because there is...
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3: Unequally Yoked
In this episode, I invite my wife Carrie Ann Alkire to be a guest on the Next Level Podcast. We discuss the challenge of being “unequally yoked.” If your spouse is an unbeliever or a believer who is not active in their faith; there is hope! Carrie Ann gives some heartfelt insight from her own...
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2: A Prosperous Life
In this episode, we will explore what it means to be prosperous. There is a huge contrast between what the world says and God promises. We look in four books of the Old Testament, scripture teachings from God and four “hall of fame” forefathers. They give us three key takeaways that if applied to...
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1: The Cost of Christianity
In this episode, I discuss what it means to be a Christian. We explore what Jesus and the scriptures teach us. A Christian means following Jesus and obeying his commands. It’s that simple; but it’s a commitment. As we evaluate our church and Christian communities, we might see a contrast to our...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to NextLevel Christianity; a podcast designed to teach biblical truth, help Christians apply it to their daily lives and gain true clarity of what it means to follow Jesus. Our churches and Christian communities are continuously being influenced by cultural and worldly views and very few pastors are teaching how to live a biblical life. My name is John Alkire, please join me for important conversations where biblical truth and life application collide. So grab your bible and join in the conversation. Biblical references found on our FB & IG pages @nextlevelequip
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