Balancing the Christian Life

By Kenny Embry, Ph.D.

What's Balancing the Christian Life about?

Balancing the Christian Life helps Christians grow. It focuses on practical ways to improve relationships with each other and God, and what it means to be a digital disciple.

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Balancing the Christian Life episodes:

03.25.2024
Rules of engagement
Yeah, it's been a minute. This time we talk about the "rules of engagement" and how we fight in a loving way.Support the show
01.29.2024
God is running to you...a conversation with Keith Stonehart
What does it mean God is running to you...or running after you. Keith Stonehart is a good friend, and he helped me see how God reaches out to us, even when we are not easy to reach.Support the show
01.22.2024
A few thoughts on empty spaces
Yes, this is a very short episode and a conversation about having empty spaces in your life. Hopefully this is helpful to you.Support the show
01.08.2024
The thing about raising boys...a conversation with Phil Robertson and Josh Creel
What does it mean to raise boys and how is that different than raising girls. In this conversation, I talk to two fathers of sons and what they've learned about raising sons which help their children grow, and themselves.Support the...
12.31.2023
God and gratitude...a conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer
What is gratitude and why should we be a grateful people? In this conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer, we talk about what gratitude is, how to become more grateful, and if we are even good judges of our...
12.24.2023
The Gospel of Mark
This is a reading of the Gospel of Mark. The translation is the World English Bible.Support the show
10.23.2023
Faith in a Prius
Picture this - your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, shaking you to your core. Much like our lives, right? Join us as we explore this comparison and help you understand the promise of God's unending grace that...
10.15.2023
Fight for your vulnerability, a conversation with Jonathan Banning
What if being vulnerable isn't a weakness, but a profound strength? Jonathan Banning and I plunge into this question in an enlightening conversation about the complexities of vulnerability within the realm of Christianity. We look at the courage it takes...
09.25.2023
A quick trip to Palawan
Prepare to embark on an inspiring journey as Mark McCrary, Wyatt Taylor, and I weave tales of our life-altering missionary trip to the Philippines. Our tales are a testament to the power of faith, the richness of diverse cultures, and...
09.18.2023
Killing your dreams
Dreaming big can be risky business. That's why we're delving into the dangers of dreams and the potential pitfalls of turning them into idols. The first half of our journey guides you through the labyrinth of identity, ambition, and personal...
08.27.2023
The power to overcome, a conversation with Benjamin Lee
Can you imagine the power that setting goals can bring to your Christian life? Well, Benjamin Lee helps us unpack this potent tool in our latest episode. We confront the cruciality of acting on our dreams whilst debating the dangers...
08.13.2023
How can we be in unity and disagree?
Ever found yourself locked in a heated disagreement, leaving you feeling exasperated and distanced from a loved one? We tackle questions such as when is it right to fight for a belief, how to measure your motives, and what guidance...
08.01.2023
What I learned from my kids and a conference
Have you ever discovered profound insights from the most unexpected places? Take a ride with me, Dr. Kenny Embry, as I unfold compelling life lessons unearthed during a family trip to an amusement park. As we traverse through the roller-coaster...
07.12.2023
Balancing the Christian Life Conference, Good character with Mark McCrary
www.balancingthechristianlife.com/conference Ever wondered what constitutes good character from a Christian perspective? Buckle up as Mark McCrary and I, Dr. Kenny Embry, unpack the good character track of the Balancing the Christian Life conference, using Galatians 5 as our guide. We delve...
07.02.2023
Self-control as a fruit of the spirit with Scott Beyer and Luther Pratt
Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of self-control? Today, we're embarking on a journey with our esteemed guests, Scott Beyer and Luther Pratt, as we unearth the profound connections between self-control, joy, and happiness. Hear firsthand from Luther...
06.26.2023
The importance of rest
In this episode we talk about the value of rest and how it can help us to stop doing for a bit. If you are interested in attending the Balancing the Christian Life Conference, please go to www.balancingthechristianlife.com and click on...
06.19.2023
Choosing Christian character and habits
In this episode, we talk about developing Christian character with my friend Dr. Stephen Okey. If you are interested in participating in the Balancing the Christian Life Conference, please go to www.balancingthechristianlife.com and click the BtCL conference link to sign up.Support...
05.18.2023
Two weeks off
05.14.2023
The Gospel of John
This is a complete reading of the gospel of John. If you would like more information about the World English translation here.Support the show
05.08.2023
Some advice for starting something new
This week I've been working on university-related stuff and that got me thinking about what i wish I could tell students as they graduate, or anybody starting something new.Support the show
04.28.2023
The book of James
This is a reading of the book of James. I use the World English translation of the Bible. You can get information about this translation here. Support the show
04.26.2023
The book of Titus
This is a reading of the book of Titus. You can find the translation of the text I used (the World English Bible) here.Support the show
04.23.2023
Having a faith that doubts, a conversation with Christina Heard
Christina's book is entitled Faith that Doubts and is available here. You can call or text Christina at 404-431-1530.Support the show
04.19.2023
The book of II Timothy
This time I read the book of II Timothy. The translation I'm using is the World English Bible, which is available here. Support the show
04.17.2023
The thinking behind the Balancing the Christian Life Conference 2023
Hal Hammons and I talk about this year's conference, which is July 27-29. I plan to post the website at the beginning of May. Support the show
04.15.2023
The book of I Timothy
This is a reading of the book of I Timothy from the World English Bible. You can learn more information about that translation here. Support the show
04.11.2023
The book of II Thessalonians
This is a reading of the book of II Thessalonians from the World English Bible.Support the show
04.10.2023
Choosing a Bible, a conversation with Josh Creel
In this episode we talk about how to choose a Bible. It's a detailed conversation about an important choice.Support the show
04.08.2023
The book of I Thessalonians
This is a reading of the book of I Thessalonians from the World English Bible translation. You can get information about that translation here.Support the show
04.03.2023
Why was the Sabbath important...a conversation with Tommy Peeler
Rest is so important to God, he commanded the Israelites to rest on one day a week. In this conversation, I talk with Tommy Peeler about the reasons of the Sabbath rest. You can find Tommy's podcast, Carefully Examining the Text,...
03.30.2023
The book of II Corinthians
This is a reading of the book of II Corinthians. You can find information about the World English Bible here.Support the show
03.29.2023
The book of I Corinthians
For this bonus episode, I read the book of I Corinthians. This is a church with some big problems, but Paul shows both his love and judgment when navigating them through it. The translation I'm using is the World English...
03.26.2023
So...what is Heaven like? A conversation with Wes McAdams
Do you know what Heaven is like? This week I ask that question of my friend Wes McAdams, evangelist at McDermott Road church of Christ. Wes has written several books and has an excellent blog at www.radicallychristian.com. What do you think...
03.20.2023
For the beauty of the earth, a conversation with Will Bean
What does it mean to find beauty in God's nature? This week I talk with Will Bean, an artistic landscape photographer and someone whose work I truly admire. To see Will's work, you can find it here.Support the show
03.12.2023
So how should I understand the Psalms with Edwin Crozier and Andrew Roberts
This week we take a deep dive on the Psalms with Text Talk hosts Edwin Crozier and Andrew Roberts. We talk about grappling with the really depressing Psalms and understanding why poetry can help make you a better Christian. The book...
03.01.2023
So Kenny, where ya been?
I had some big changes at my workplace that have taken my time and attention. I do apologize for dropping the podcast the last couple of weeks, but I feel like this is a place I needed to be at...
02.05.2023
The book of Romans
For this episode, I'm reading the book of Romans. If you're listening in real time, this corresponds to Kris Emerson's chapter a day group. The book itself is complex, but you see several themes woven together, and the idea of...
01.30.2023
Knowing why you believe in God...a conversation with Bruce Reeves
We know we should believe in God. But why is that practical? Why is it really important, or is it? Isn't it enough to just believe without having to get into the details? In this conversation, Bruce Reeves makes a...
01.25.2023
The book of Hebrews
This is a reading from the book of Hebrews from the World English Bible translation. You can get information regarding the World English Bible translation here. Support the show
01.23.2023
What's good? A conversation with the Bible Geeks
What is good? I've ended almost every episode with some variation of be good and do good, but what does it mean to be good. This week I talk with Bryan Schiele and Ryan Joy of the Bible Geeks Podcast about...
01.19.2023
The book of Galatians
This time I read the book of Galatians, again from the World English Bible translation.Support the show
01.16.2023
Helping young Christians grow, a conversation with Tricia Stahl
How can you help young Christians grow and participate in their newfound relationship with God? In this conversation, we talk with Tricia Stahl, author of So, You're a Christian...Now What? If you'd like to get in touch with Tricia, you can...
01.13.2023
The book of Second Peter
Again, this is from the World English Bible translation. A simple reading. I hope this helps you.Support the show
01.11.2023
The book of First Peter
This is another reading of a biblical book. This time I take on First Peter, and I plan to read Second Peter soon. I hope this helps you.Support the show
01.09.2023
So are dinosaurs in the Bible? A conversation with Scott Beyer
This is a conversation sparked by my son Kent and my good friend Scott Beyer. Also, please support Scott's new podcast, Love Better. He's an excellent guy, and if anybody knows about love, it's got to be Scott.Support the show
12.27.2022
The book of Luke
In this bonus episode, I record the gospel of Luke. The version I'm using is the World English Bible which is free of copyright restrictions. It's a fine translation, but I think it's an amazing story which has implications for...
12.25.2022
The challenge of grace...a conversation with David Osteen and Kris Emerson
So what are some of the challenges of grace? In this episode, I talk with two friends, David Osteen and Kris Emerson abotu how to conceptualize grace, and what are some of the "ditches" we should watch out for.Support the...
12.10.2022
Praying kingdom prayers...a message from Edwin Crozier
So how is your prayer life? In this episode, Edwin Crozier introduces us to kingdom prayers. Support the show
12.04.2022
Taking God's message to other lands...a conversation with Allen Malone
How should we think about foreign evangelism? This week I talk to Allen Malone, who has traveled as an evangelist to several countries.Support the show
11.22.2022
Thank you...thinking about Thanksgiving
It's become an annual tradition I love. Thinking about what makes me thankful. Thank you for listening.Support the show

What's Balancing the Christian Life about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Balancing the Christian Life episodes:

Rules of engagement

God is running to you...a conversation with Keith Stonehart

A few thoughts on empty spaces

The thing about raising boys...a conversation with Phil Robertson and Josh Creel

God and gratitude...a conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer

The Gospel of Mark

Faith in a Prius

Fight for your vulnerability, a conversation with Jonathan Banning

A quick trip to Palawan

Killing your dreams

The power to overcome, a conversation with Benjamin Lee

How can we be in unity and disagree?

What I learned from my kids and a conference

Balancing the Christian Life Conference, Good character with Mark McCrary

Self-control as a fruit of the spirit with Scott Beyer and Luther Pratt

The importance of rest

Choosing Christian character and habits

Two weeks off

The Gospel of John

Some advice for starting something new

The book of James

The book of Titus

Having a faith that doubts, a conversation with Christina Heard

The book of II Timothy

The thinking behind the Balancing the Christian Life Conference 2023

The book of I Timothy

The book of II Thessalonians

Choosing a Bible, a conversation with Josh Creel

The book of I Thessalonians

Why was the Sabbath important...a conversation with Tommy Peeler

The book of II Corinthians

The book of I Corinthians

So...what is Heaven like? A conversation with Wes McAdams

For the beauty of the earth, a conversation with Will Bean

So how should I understand the Psalms with Edwin Crozier and Andrew Roberts

So Kenny, where ya been?

The book of Romans

Knowing why you believe in God...a conversation with Bruce Reeves

The book of Hebrews

What's good? A conversation with the Bible Geeks

The book of Galatians

Helping young Christians grow, a conversation with Tricia Stahl

The book of Second Peter

The book of First Peter

So are dinosaurs in the Bible? A conversation with Scott Beyer

The book of Luke

The challenge of grace...a conversation with David Osteen and Kris Emerson

Praying kingdom prayers...a message from Edwin Crozier

Taking God's message to other lands...a conversation with Allen Malone

Thank you...thinking about Thanksgiving