IsntJesusAwesome Podcast

When we make up our own rules, we demonize God’s.   Music by Seth Norris: Discrepancy, from The Encounter Season 5 Vol.2 (Used by Permission)

What is the root of my desire to be righteous? The answer is important. Music by Seth Norris (Used by Permission)

Sometimes being free requires too much from us, and we are tempted to return to the way things were. Music by Seth Norris (All Rights Reserved)

Loving our enemies is certainly counter to our present culture, but it may not always be as nice as we imagine it to be. Music by Judah Earl (Used by Permission)

Godly leadership requires speaking the truth, even when it is unpopular and has negative consequences.  We desperately need those voices in this hour. Music by Seth Norris (Used by Permission)

Are we truly open to the activity of grace in others? Music by Seth Norris (all rights reserved)

Looking back may seem spiritual and justifiable, but sometimes it can be a great distraction from God’s present activity in our lives. Music by Seth Norris

With so many different preachers preaching so many different messages, how can we know which ones are speaking the truth?   Music by Seth Norris Flight Over the Neon City

Should Christians put their hope in a political figure to save their nation? Music by Seth Norris

Self-righteousness causes a harshness toward others that blinds us to our own faults and is uncharacteristic of the Jesus we seek to emulate. Music by Seth Norris (All Rights Reserved)

Sometimes our dignity gets in the way of the raw desperation that moves God's heart. Music by Seth Norris

How does one actually achieve a healthy self-esteem, and what does that even look like? Music by Judah Earl (used by permission)

In religious circles, it is difficult to admit weakness, avoiding it at all costs. Here is one possible reason. Music from Pixabay Acoustic Chill

The Christian has every reason to be positive about the future when it involves resurrected bodies and Jesus ruling and reigning. Music by Judah Earl

In an entitled society, we want something for nothing, expecting preferential treatment without putting in effort, but is this the way the kingdom of God operates? Music by Pixabay Inspiration Piano 7186

When all seems hopeless, God comes through suddenly with great power and glory. Music from Pixabay

Hurtful words hurt us.  How can we get past them? Music by Seth Norris

Can a Christian’s fame outpace their spiritual maturity? Are there potential dangers to the Christian community when an immature believer gains celebrity status? The Apostle Paul thinks so. Music by Judah Earl

Sometimes not doing something is the obedient thing to do. Music from Pixabay

Though common to the human experience, insecurity is a liability that drives decisions and dominates emotions, but there is someone who can help. Music by Judah Earl

A Christian confident in their saintly identity is an intimidating enemy to the world and the devil, for seldom is such hatred and rage displayed toward a foe who is weak and unimposing. Music by Judah Earl

What are the marks of a true believer in Jesus? What are the obvious effects of God’s love working in a person? It’s not complicated. Music by Pixabay Euphoria 121294  

Claiming to follow Jesus, but choosing to live in the darkness of spiritual confusion and compromise is to live a lie. What do we do when we discover this hypocrisy in our lives? Music by Pixabay

Sinful lifestyles and unrighteous activities can create community and deep connections, but what is distinct about deep Christian connections and community? Music by Seth Norris Stage 1 The Journey Begins

Living a full and free Christian life depends on where we focus our thinking. Music from Pixabay

One of the greatest assets of an enduring faith is a healthy fear of the Lord. Music from Pixabay

When false praise seduces and criticism is rejected, we become slaves to our insecurities and beholden to the flatterer. Music from Pixabay

While God helps us in all our troubles, sometimes we still need a friend. Music by Seth Norris

When the Lord disciplines, He is not condemning, rather He works from a place of absolute love.   Music by Seth Norris

When our prayers feel unanswered and God distant, could it be His doing rather than ours? Music by Seth Norris

As we seek to be faithful witnesses there are times when God calls us to confront people bent on evil. Music by Seth Norris

When God comes to us it is not always with gentleness and a still, small voice. Music by Seth Norris

Sometimes the first step to living out our destiny is to get awakened from the slumber that has robbed us of it.

When a people get hardened in sin, God raises up prophets who are hardened in truth.

With the overwhelming flood of advice coming come from a plethora of sources and media platforms, how do we discern wisdom from foolishness? The Prophet Isaiah has an opinion worth considering.

Are Christians supposed to be nice and never offend? Is there a place for aggressive Christianity? In the morally declining culture in which we find ourselves, what should the Christian’s posture be? Do we build or do we fight? Music from Pixabay

Words can set on fire the entire course of life, leading a person into a decades-long battle with the lies they have believed. Music from Pixabay by Anton Vlasov

Words have more power over us than we think. Lies spoken over us must be replaced with the truth of God’s Word. Music by Seth Norris

As Christians, it is biblical and healthy to confess our sins, but have you thought about confessing your righteousness and integrity? Music by Seth Norris

Do deep rooted desires exempt us from the consequences of our choices? Controlling our cravings is difficult, but not impossible. Music by Seth Norris

The Christian has a level of knowing that no scientific method or procedure can touch. He has faith, and through it he knows something that is real and eternally true. Music by Seth Norris

The many rules we learn in church can be discouraging. Grace is where we find our encouragement, but when a Christian begins to rediscover grace it can make other Christians nervous.   Music by Seth Norris

The do’s and don’ts of Christian legalism are quite destructive to the spirit, but so is the lawless expression of Christian freedom.   Music by Seth Norris

Is self-control a work of the flesh or the Spirit? How much control should we have over our behavior?     Music by Seth Norris

When all that defines you as a unique individual comes tumbling down, what’s left? Is there something better to rest our identity upon? Music by Seth Norris

If you get tired of your pastor or frustrated with his leadership, should you try to run him off?  Few would answer “yes”, but, in essence, that is what many church folks do to their man of God.   Music by:  Seth James Norris

With a secular culture’s demand for Christians to capitulate or be quiet, there is a church culture demanding Christian niceness. But is that really the calling of the hour? Is there a time for Christians to fight for the truth?   Music by: Seth James Norris

It is not wrong for Christians to seek pleasure. God Himself is a God of pleasure! He feels it. He desires for His people to feel it, both now and forever.   Music from Pixabay Morning Garden Acoustic Chill 15013

When we are in slavery to some besetting sin our natural tendency is to shy away from God, go cold, and avoid His disappointment, but the Passover event shows us another way.   Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

Do we throw the word “hate” out of our language too quickly? Does Jesus ever have hate in His heart? The answer might surprise.