The Innerfire Podcast

The conclusion to The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 12: Missions from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 11: Politics from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 10: Church from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 9: Technology from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 8: Health from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 7: Money from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 6: Leisure from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 5: Work from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 4: Friendship from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 3: Family from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 2: Marriage from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

Chapter 1: Spiritual Disciplines from The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

The introduction to The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Andrew CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

The Foreword to The Life I Now Live: A Systematic Guide to Living Out the Word, written and read by Scotty CarrollThe Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-life-i-now-live/Amazon: https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

The Life I Now Live is out! With a new book comes a new season of The Innerfire Podcast. In this season premiere, Scotty and Andrew discuss Innerfire's new book–how it came to be, what's inside, and how it can change your life.The Life I Now LiveInnerfire: https://innerfire.com/product/the-lif...Amazon:  https://a.co/d/gQdYIgZInnerfire MinistriesWebsite: https://innerfire.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfiremi...The Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbK...Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f90...

Season 3 is a wrap! In this concluding episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss what they have learned over the course of this season and share some very exciting news about what is next for Innerfire.0:00 - Introduction1:58 - Scotty’s remarks on season 34:03 - Living in tandem with the Spirit5:40 - Christianity is a lifestyle, not an opinion10:33 - Paul the litmus test for Orthodox Christianity12:58 - The school from which you never graduate21:41 - The Bible a treasure of knowledge27:44 - Review of the topics we have covered29:48 - Earnestly contend for the faith32:45 - Obedience brings about flourishing37:15 - Announcement: Forthcoming book41:10 - Taking a break43:01 - A personal note46:08 - Live out the Word47:03 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

How should our faith inform our political views? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss various political issues, including abortion, LGBT issues, capital punishment and more, bringing biblical truth to bear on each one.0:00 - Introduction1:28 - Recap of previous episode5:39 - Abortion13:04 - Gay marriage30:15 - Transgender issues41:12 - Capital punishment47:48 - Wealth redistribution50:53 - Patriotism54:24 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Christians are, first and foremost, citizens of the Kingdom of God. What does that mean for our citizenship in earthly nations? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew deal with the topics of governmental authority, monarchy, law, and more from a Christian perspective.0:00 - Introduction2:47 - The Kingdom of God8:28 - The Kingdom is not of this world16:26 - Biblical principles and human flourishing21:45 - Various issues of monarchy25:15 - We wrestle not against flesh and blood28:20 - Law, morality, and natural rights39:16 - The differing ethical responsibilities of government and individuals47:42 - Freedom for goodness’ sake; goodness for freedom’s sake58:12 - Closing comments Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

In this episode, Scotty and Andrew continue their conversation with Ali and Herbert about fighting injustice and how Christians should vote.0:00 - Introduction1:28 - Practical issues of fighting injustice18:23 - What is the proper criteria for voting31:02 - When should we choose a third party option?37:02 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Herbert Slatery served as Tennessee Attorney General from 2014 to 2022, and Alison Kilmartin serves as senior counsel and vice president of Allied Legal Affairs with Alliance Defending Freedom. They join The Innerfire Podcast to discuss what it means to live out the Word in political life.0:00 - Introduction1:07 - ADF, Alison Kilmartin, and Herbert Slatery3:34 - Scotty’s opening remarks4:24 - Are Christians called to be politically involved?14:43 - Living out your faith in public office20:44 - Separation of church and state29:41 - Living out your faith in public continued33:37 - Submission to government and its limits43:40 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Do you share the Gospel with those around you? Why or why not? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss personal evangelism–what it looks like, what keeps people from doing it, and how to overcome those obstacles.0:00 - Introduction1:35 - What personal evangelism is not7:40 - The basic tenets of the Gospel13:43 - Being all things to all people23:25 - Living above reproach26:44 - Loving one another30:56 - Initiating Gospel conversations at home and beyond47:24 - Pleading without forcing52:22 - The relationship between your relationship with Christ and evangelism55:37 - All roads lead to the Gospel57:13 - Do not be ashamed of the Gospel58:10 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Jen Grigorean is an American-Israeli Christian living in Israel with her husband and two kids. She joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss her perspective of the current war with Hamas, her church community's response, and what faith in wartime looks like.0:00 - Introduction1:13 - Jen Grigorean2:09 - How Jen came to live in Israel5:50 - The differences between life in Israel and life in Texas7:25 - Jen’s experience of October 7th15:47 - How Jen’s life has changed since the war began18:29 - Supporting women whose husbands have been called to arms19:52 - How Jen’s church has responded to new needs23:55 - How the kids are being impacted by the war26:50 - Biblical truths to embrace during war30:25 - Why Jen has chosen to stay in Israel33:07 - What Americans have to learn from this situation35:17 - The truth about the conflict that Jen wants to shed light on39:35 - How we can support and pray for Israel and Israeli Christians like Jen42:51 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Glenn Cranfield is the president and CEO of Nashville Rescue Mission, a Christ-centered community committed to helping those who are hungry, hurting, and experiencing homelessness. Glenn joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss sharing the love and truth of Jesus with the poor and destitute in our local communities.0:00 - Introduction2:07 - Who is Glenn Cranfield?3:50 - Are homeless people to blame for their own plight?7:42 - Serving like Jesus11:43 - Don’t miss your local mission field15:23 - Breaking down the barrier between yourself and the homeless19:00 - The work of the Nashville Rescue Mission21:52 - The relationship between meeting physical needs and meeting spiritual needs25:59 - Giving money vs. getting involved30:53 - Blessings that only come by giving35:04 - Helping the homeless outside of an organized mission40:13 - Glenn shares a story of transformation45:54 - How to get involved with Nashville Rescue Mission46:48 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

What is the biblical basis for humanitarianism and taking the Gospel overseas? And what does it mean for us? Scotty and Andrew dive into these topics and more in part two of our series on missions.0:00 - Introduction2:07 - How frequent Bible reading affects your life3:58 - The role of the Holy Spirit in missions9:41 - The biblical basis for humanitarianism18:07 - The plentiful harvest in the United States22:04 - The disadvantaged may be more ready to hear the Gospel26:25 - Sending and supporting missionaries30:20 - “Lord, please don’t send me to Africa”32:06 - Planting a church vs. planting the Gospel33:15 - Should you go on a short term mission trip?36:58 - The benefit of training nationals39:17 - The Gospel knows no nation, tribe, nor tongue44:45 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

This may be the most important series we've ever made. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss heaven, hell, and the blood that will be on our hands if we deny the Great Commission.0:00 - Introduction2:46 - The erasure of hell6:35 - The Great Commission11:06 - Why don’t we talk about hell anymore?15:34 - Addressing universalism21:46 - How eternity clarifies the Christian life30:53 - The stunning attitude of Paul32:50 - The blood of the damned is on our hands39:04 - Persecution and martyrdom46:24 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

Sports are an enjoyable and healthy form of leisure. But when removed from its proper place, it becomes something truly ugly. Scotty and Andrew discuss Christian sportsmanship, as well as books and hobbies.0:00 - Introduction1:33 - Overemphasizing sports9:22 - Missing church to play ball10:56 - Sports as a microcosm of life17:52 - Scotty’s advice to parents20:29 - Playing for the love of the game26:29 - Technical fouls27:31 - What kind of books should Christians be reading?29:45 - Self-help books34:52 - Fiction books38:56 - Using hobbies to glorify God45:52 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

What kind of music should Christians listen to? What really is the difference between sacred and secular music? What does it mean for music to be good? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss music from a Christian perspective, as well as video games and comedy.0:00 - Introduction5:46 - The power of music7:02 - Sacred vs secular music15:46 - What does it mean for music to be good?25:53 - Explicit music28:29 - Music as a representation of patterns of being40:08 - Video games45:17 - Comedy51:20 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InnerfireMinistries/videos

What kind of movies and TV have you been watching lately? And what effect are they having on your relationship with God? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the spiritual hazards that lurk within modern film and television.0:00 - Introduction3:21 - What the Bible says about entertainment; The Golden Calf6:33 - Samson and exploitation entertainment12:45 - What does the Bible say about what we watch?27:00 - Should Christians watch rated R movies?28:40 - Violence and gore42:20 - Foul language44:11 - Sexuality and nudity48:46 - Examine yourself52:19 - What about depictions of Christ?58:53 - A note on crucifixes59:37 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ikSysfi6xxs5EPfCAgcjw

We all need a break from work periodically. But in our leisure, are we taking a break from being a Christian too? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that we must glorify God in our leisure.0:00 - Introduction1:34 - What is leisure?5:00 - What do we never take a break from?10:09 - What’s the difference between rest and leisure?13:50 - Why leisure is a spiritual issue20:03 - Is fun a part of the Christian life?28:11 - Keeping the Sabbath holy31:33 - Keeping the Sunday service holy39:03 - What to do and not to do on Sunday42:35 - On line drawing in the Christian life55:25 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InnerfireMinistries/featured

Who is your enemy? And how can you show him love today? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the biblical command to love our enemies as well as many practical issues of friendship.0:00 - Introduction1:30 - Who is your enemy?7:32 - Love your enemies18:41 - Can men and women be friends?22:52 - How do you make new friends?31:34 - How to deal with one-sided friendships37:27 - Friendship advice for introverts and extroverts41:36 - Escaping toxic friendships45:31 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

It's easy to be friendly to the people we like, respect, and admire. But what about the people that annoy us, get under our skin, or cannot reciprocate our kindness? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that Christian friendship means serving others, expecting nothing in return.0:00 - Introduction1:51 - “Who is my neighbor?”8:38 - Christian friendship does not come naturally11:03 - Making friends the way Christ did15:05 - Dealing with the details of Christian friendship26:38 - How to avoid becoming jaded31:00 - How friends can keep us from extremity 39:59 - Teaser for next episode41:18 - OutroWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en

What does it mean to be a good friend? Should we be friends with unbelievers? Is God our friend? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew search the Scriptures for answers to these questions. 0:00 - Introduction1:08 - The Bible’s wisdom about friendship 4:55 - Should we be friends with unbelievers?17:54 - Wisdom about friendship continued 22:48 - The example of David and Jonathan33:31 - How faithfulness to God puts friendship in jeopardy 36:06 - Friendship with God43:35 - OutroWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Honey is much more than a sweet, luxurious treat. In the Bible, it is a vehicle for deep theological truths. In this article, Andrew dives into those truths, discussing gluttony, asceticism, and the ultimate solution to sins of consumption.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

What is a true friend and why do we need them? In part one of this series on friendship, Scotty and Andrew lay a foundation for the conversation about how to live out the Word in our friendships.0:00 - Introduction1:43 - What is a friend?19:50 - Why have friends?37:46 - The danger of fringe internet communities40:05 - The value of criticism41:38 - How friends can lead us stray44:50 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Is technology helping or hurting you live out your faith? In this article, Johnna poses this and other questions that we should all ask ourselves concerning our use of technology.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Social media: we can't live without it. Or can we? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take a hard look at the temptations posed by social media and how to address them, as well as the issue of rampant internet pornography.0:00 - Introduction1:15 - An entry from Andrew’s journal10:06 - How social media colors our experience of reality14:22 - Sacrificing the good for the sake of the best20:25 - How social media gives us an inflated sense of importance29:21 - Social media presents a false view of the world33:14 - The cost of not using new technologies36:57 - How personal intentionality can change the world38:17 - Generational differences in social media use44:23 - Social media and maintaining relationships49:27 - The temptations of social media55:36 - How social media threatens mental health and peace58:20 - Actionable items for social media1:05:12 - Guard your heart1:08:35 - GIVEAWAY: The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis1:09:46 - Why internet pornography is so vicious1:11:45 - How to resist pornography1:20:26 - Pornography as a path to sexual deviance1:23:36 - Warning for parents about pornography1:26:45 - Being peculiar with technology1:28:43 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Many of us continually adopt new technologies. But are we aware of the impact these technologies have on our spiritual health? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the dangers that modern technologies pose to our relationships with God and others.0:00 - Introduction1:46 - What can an ancient text teach us about technology?12:56 - The Tower of Babel: globalism and utopia29:10 - Andrew’s principle of technology30:09 - GIVEAWAY: The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis33:33 - The smartphone34:53 - Anxiety and information overload48:28 - Distraction52:32 - Solitude57:25 - The inescapable workplace and overstimulation1:05:54 - Why Andrew got rid of his smartphone1:16:37 - The temptation to build an alternate digital reality1:31:35 - Why Scotty has a smartphone1:43:43 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

We all pass beggars on the side of the road from time to time. But do we give to them? Should we? In this article, Andrew provides an answer, addressing commonly raised issues along the way.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Diet. Exercise. Mental health. Drugs. Alcohol. Caffeine. Stress. Sleep. Yoga. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew dive into the topic of health maintenance from a Christian perspective, painting a picture of a healthy lifestyle lived for God's glory.0:00 - Introduction2:31 - Health as a result of living in tune with God’s design12:09 - Living naturally vs. living as God intended13:27 - This not just about learning, but doing15:48 - Diet47:40 - When to go off your diet54:03 - Dieting while traveling58:53 - Exercise1:10:30 - Mental health1:17:20 - Alcohol1:26:27 - Caffeine1:27:28 - Substances in general1:29:36 - Stress1:32:07 - Sleep1:37:24 - Is yoga sinful?1:39:40 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Have you ever heard a sermon on physical health? Have you ever had a small group meeting about it? Is health even a spiritual issue? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew argue that health is a spiritual issue and discuss what it means to live out the Word in your health.0:00 - Introduction1:33 - Why talk about this?7:53 - The church’s neglect of health24:01 - Being healthy makes us better Kingdom workers26:05 - Being healthy is good stewardship35:25 - The body is the temple of the Spirit45:09 - Sins that compromise health: gluttony1:08:36 - How to stop being gluttonous1:18:46 - Slothfulness1:30:25 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Are New Testament Christians required to tithe? Are we permitted to take on debt? Is there a difference between investing and gambling? How much should I leave to my kids when I die? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on these questions about money, seeking to provide biblical answers for each.0:00 - Introduction1:50 - Tithing and giving to Kingdom-building organizations21:11 - Debt30:39 - Lending36:06 - Investing vs gambling42:56 - Balancing spending time and spending money44:53 - Financial peace with your spouse48:52 - How to train kids to handle money55:25 - Inheritance 1:00:44 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

How we use our money is one of the clearest indicators of what we value. What does your bank account say about you? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on the issues of money, wealth, poverty, and giving, examining each through the lens of Scripture.0:00 - Introduction2:05 - What does your bank account say about your relationship with God?10:03 - Scotty’s experience with money11:39 - How should we feel about wealth?12:53 - Where does wealth come from?20:25 - Wealth tempts us to be prideful24:35 - Wealth is worthless after you die28:12 - Is it better to be rich or poor?39:17 - A note on upward mobility45:44 - Giving to the poor1:02:39 - How much should you give?1:14:19 - Stewardship in light of eternity1:16:43 - Get involved where you are giving1:20:00 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

How often, when asked how you're doing, do you repeat the stock answer–"Tired"? Have you considered that this is not pleasing to the Lord? In this article, Scotty explains the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual rest in the Christian life.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Do you struggle with whether or not to go into the office on Sunday? Have a hard time respecting your boss? Not sure how to share the Gospel with your coworkers? This podcast is for you. Scotty and Andrew continue their conversation about work, hitting on the sabbath, leadership, and workplace evangelism.0:00 - Introduction2:58 - The Sabbath28:37 - How to be a good employee41:22 - How to be a good leader54:09 - Evangelism in the workplace1:08:03 - How to receive God's blessing on your work1:09:34 - Work as a stay-at-home mom1:15:44 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Why do you work? And why do you work the way that you work? Is it to get more money, to please your superiors, or just to get by? Or it is to lay up treasures in Heaven? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew ask some fundamental questions about work and provide answers from Scripture.0:00 - Introduction1:26 - Episode 50!2:59 - The current state of work in our society18:13 - Is work meaningful?26:46 - Is retirement biblical?29:29 - Connecting our work with purpose36:18 - Work as a form of service to others39:44 - Diligence vs slothfulness (at the office and at home)49:23 - The quality of our work52:08 - The motivation behind our work57:42 - Evaluate your attitude toward work59:55 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Corporal punishment, or spanking, has recently become very unpopular. Is it just a brutal, archaic practice or a wise and useful one? In this article, Johnna debunks two myths about spanking, upholding it as the biblical approach to discipline.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

We all want to see our kids grow into godly men and women, but it seems we are faced with obstacles every step of the way. In this episode, we bring on counselor, author, and speaker David Thomas to share his expertise on overcoming the challenges of raising godly children.0:00 - Introduction0:46 - Introduction to David Thomas2:47 - What is this generation facing that past generations did not face?7:55 - How do you expect much of your kids without causing them to believe that your love hinges on their performance?13:44 - How do you keep your kids humble while also affirming and encouraging them?20:21 - How to help your children escape their innate self-centeredness23:48 - What does Deuteronomy 6 look like in the modern day?28:04 - How do you accommodate boys’ physicality in their education?32:08 - How does our culture’s definition of masculinity depart from the example of Jesus Christ?36:50 - Is there a limit to how much we should do for our kids?42:17 - How can we obtain the benefits of athletics while avoiding the harms?46:30 - How do we attend to father-daughter and mother-son relationships in light of the fact that they impact a child’s future romantic relationships?52:47 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

Men and women are different. It's not only plainly true; it's a blessing. In this article, Courtnee defends complementarianism, explaining how it is embedded in nature, glorifying to God, and beneficial to those who uphold it.Website: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast

As our culture continues to turn away from God, the family continues to collapse. How can we save our families, and by extension, our society, from these destructive trends? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew go through the Scriptures on family, revealing a philosophy that is not only true, but deeply countercultural.For more on the topics discussed today, check out these episodes:Scott Shepherd - https://youtu.be/wRFy1BydnVsBecoming a Mother - https://youtu.be/6fGZm1wuih8Jonathan and Emily Martin - https://youtu.be/lXTmFpt-nfsOn Biblical Fatherhood - https://youtu.be/g4Bjfi5wgQwArt Pinzur - https://youtu.be/kc_bSred4ZA0:00 - Introduction1:33 - Family is not just a blessing, it's an imperative3:31 - Marriage is the foundation for family, and family is the foundation for society13:00 - Children are not innately good, but require molding19:50 - A warning against over-sheltering26:24 - Kids learn by experience30:18 - Why you should have kids38:24 - Andrew’s critique of birth control46:51 - Parenting in the imitation of God50:50 - Discipline58:49 - Provision, what it is and what it’s not1:05:44 - Passing your faith down to your children1:10:58 - Obeying your parents1:18:15 - Honoring your parents1:23:28 - Family worship1:25:26 - Adoption1:27:33 - Closing commentsWebsite: https://innerfire.comMerch: https://innerfire.com/shopFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=enThe Innerfire PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1551491407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2S9qDbKZKJJI9pGsTvpvJ6Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9082dcd-3a3b-43d3-9ffa-d41b40f5a47d/the-innerfire-podcast