In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore how we can impact our spheres of influence. They stress the importance of recognizing and engaging with the people in our lives to share God's love and the gospel. James shares personal stories from his handyman business, illustrating how everyday interactions can become opportunities for ministry. Katie emphasizes the significance of being intentional in our relationships and sensitive to the Holy Spirit's guidance. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their roles as ambassadors of Christ, creating meaningful encounters that reflect God's love and impact others for eternity.

 

TOPICS: (00:42) - Sphere of Influence (02:20) - Influence in Business and Personal Encounters (05:52) - Consistency and Personal Influence (09:18) - Reflections on Influence and Legacy (12:41) - Trust and Personal Growth (15:18) - Love and Lasting Impact (17:07) - Opportunities and Provision (18:41) - Everyday Ministry (22:31) - Living as Ambassadors and Closing Prayer

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the theme of embracing life's challenges with faith. James shares a personal story about his job search, where he followed God's guidance despite seemingly illogical decisions, leading to unexpected blessings and career growth. Katie emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith in everyday situations and encourages listeners to trust God and be obedient, even in difficulties. The episode highlights the transformative power of encounters with God and the impact of faith in various aspects of life.

 

TOPICS:

(0:04) Personal Faith Journeys

(0:04) Career Challenges and Opportunities

(0:12) Living Out Faith in the Workplace

(0:16) Ministry and Influence

(0:19) Changing Work Atmospheres

(0:24) Transformative Love and Trust in God

(0:27) Closing Prayer

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the theme of "doing things God's way." They share personal testimonies from their 18-year faith journey, emphasizing the importance of trusting God and following His guidance, even when it seems countercultural or illogical. They recount significant challenges, including a major move without clear direction or resources, and how they witnessed God's faithfulness. Drawing parallels to biblical figures like David, they highlight the need for obedience, perseverance, and faith, encouraging listeners to focus on their relationship with God rather than immediate results.

TOPICS:

(01:24) Journey of Faith and Early Struggles  

(02:58) Challenges and Encouragement  

(06:16) Divine Guidance and Miracles  

(08:00) Relocation and Provision

(10:26) Living by Faith and Biblical Examples

(12:41) Obedience and Sacrifice

(16:43) Endurance and Growth

(18:31) Relationship Over Results

(21:13) Prayer and Transformation

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the transformative power of thoughts and dreams, emphasizing the biblical principle of taking every thought captive. They discuss the importance of aligning thoughts with a kingdom mindset rather than a worldly one, sharing personal experiences and insights. They highlight how intentional, positive thinking can shape one's spiritual journey and identity in Christ. The episode encourages listeners to view challenges as opportunities for growth, to speak truth over themselves, and to cultivate a faith-filled, victorious mindset.

 

TOPICS:

(0:38) Power of Thoughts and Dreams

(1:13) Taking Every Thought Captive

(2:36) The Importance of Kingdom Mindset

(4:04) David as a Daydreamer

(5:21) Speaking Identity Over Yourself

(7:36) Facing Challenges with a Kingdom Mindset

(9:02) Stewarding Your Thoughts

(10:46) Thoughts Leading to Actions

(11:16) Identifying Defeated vs. Victorious Thoughts

(12:52) God’s Promises in Adversity

(14:04) Vision Beyond Current Circumstances

(15:48) Reprogramming Daydreaming

(16:20) Scripture Reading and Reflection

(16:52) Practicing Thought Captivity

(17:26) Prayer for Dreamers

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the importance of walking in the power of the Holy Spirit as a core aspect of the Christian faith. They emphasize experiencing and releasing God's transformative power to impact individuals, families, and communities. Drawing from the book of Acts, they discuss the role of miracles, the necessity of shifting cultural atmospheres to reflect heaven, and the importance of love and boldness in sharing faith. 

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your faith and transform your world—you’ll find links below to access resources, join our community, and take the next step in your faith journey today!

 

TOPICS:

(0:04) Extraordinary Encounters

(0:20) Spreading God's Love

(0:38) Walking in Power

(2:10) Cultural Influence of Believers

(3:06) Miracles and the Kingdom

(4:16) Everyday Love as Power

(6:41) Transforming Atmospheres

(7:12) Praying for Others

(8:14) Not Partnering with Fear

(10:13) Boldness in Faith

(12:14) Christian Identity

(13:17) Breaking Cords of Sin

(15:28) Resources for Spiritual Growth

(16:17) Conclusion and Encouragement

 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

KID'S CHURCH CURRICULUM: KingdomEncounterKids.com

FAMILY DISCIPLESHIP COURSE: FamilyFaithBuildingAcademy.com

FAMILY FAITH-BUILDING COMMUNITY: KatieJTrent.com/Community

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent discuss "prodigals in the pews," addressing how many churchgoers have strayed from a vibrant relationship with God. They emphasize recognizing one's spiritual inheritance and living fully as sons and daughters of God. The Trents challenge listeners to move beyond sin and shame, embrace their true identity, and actively participate in the miraculous life God offers.

The episode aims to awaken those feeling spiritually stagnant, urging them to seek a deeper, more active relationship with God and become catalysts for transformation to ignite a movement of change and revival.

TOPICS:

(0:38) Discussion on Prodigals

(2:49) Spiritual Inheritance and Poverty Mindset

(3:28) Living Paycheck to Paycheck Spiritually

(4:34) Identifying Prodigals in the Pews

(6:15) Embracing True Identity

(7:09) Short-Sightedness of Prodigals

(8:46) Stewardship of Spiritual Gifts

(10:02) The Call to Action

(11:01) The Mandate for All Believers

(12:54) Value of Full Restoration

(15:41) Breaking the Chains of Sin

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent dive into the themes of obedience, sacrifice, and surrender to God. They discuss what it means to be a "prisoner of the Lord," highlighting the significance of letting go of personal desires and worldly comforts to develop a deeper relationship with Jesus.

Through personal stories and biblical insights, they inspire listeners to identify and overcome barriers to their spiritual growth and to seek God's direction in surrendering these challenges. The episode wraps up with an invitation to embrace your divine calling and nurture a closer, more intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit. Tune in and take the next step in your faith journey.

 

TOPICS:

(00:38) Obedience Over Comfort 

(01:15) Prisoner of the Lord 

(02:15) Surrendering Rights 

(03:04) Total Surrender 

(04:27) Stripping Away Comforts 

(06:00) Vessels of Honor 

(06:45) Identity and Offense 

(08:07) Mental Health and Identity 

(10:51) Focus on Christ 

(11:26) Bondage to God 

(13:35) Walking Worthy of Calling 

(15:36) Reflecting on Surrender 

(16:37) Prayer for Surrender 

(17:10) Divine Calling Declaration 

(18:04) Encouragement and Blessing

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James & Katie Trent explore the theme of "walking by faith." Discover how focusing on God and embracing obedience leads to transformative encounters. Through personal stories and biblical insights, the Trents inspire bold steps of faith and trust in God's timing. Tune in now to deepen your spiritual journey and relationship with God. Be sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review to spread the message of faith!

 

TOPICS:

(0:38) Walking by Faith and the 21-Day Challenge

(2:01) Transformative God Encounters and Impact on Children

(3:23) Statistics on Faith and Teaching Kids

(4:51) Peter Walking on Water and Minimizing Sin's Impact

(7:05) Leadership, Imperfection, and God's Redemptive Purpose

(9:55) Obedience Over Perfection and Doubt

(12:30) Refocusing on Jesus and Obedience

(14:26) Personal Testimony and Taking Action Steps

(16:49) Conclusion, Identity, and Obedience

(18:08) Recognizing God's Presence and Miracles

(19:11) God Encounters and Faith's Creative Power

(20:24) Encouragement, Prayer, and Canceling Complacency

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter Podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the transformative theme of learning to walk by faith. They highlight how true faith is not just an intellectual understanding—it's requires bold action, practicing obedience, and experiencing personal encounters with God. 

You’ll discover a heartfelt invitation for you to deepen your relationship with God, confront the distractions that hold you back, and fully embrace a faith journey that promises growth and spiritual transformation. 

Tune in now and take the first step towards a more profound and rewarding faith adventure!

 

TOPICS:

(0:44) The Importance of Experiential Knowledge 

(1:52) Taking Action Steps in Faith  

(2:47) The Process of Learning to Walk  

(3:42) The Role of Personal Testimony & Moses' First Step of Faith  

(4:31) Understanding Faith and Hope 

(5:16) Early Ministry Experiences 

(8:43) Personal Transformation Through Faith 

(10:02) The Importance of Obedience in Faith 

(13:39) Identifying Modern Idols 

(15:21) Personal Reflections on Dreams and Sacrifice

(16:16) Surrendering to God's Will 

(17:04) Willingness to Sacrifice 

(19:48) Assessing Life Choices 

(20:38) Personal Testimony of Transformation 

(22:36) Recognizing Idols  

(24:28) Faith in Action  

(26:05) Prayer for Boldness  

 

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In this episode of the Be the Encounter podcast, hosts James and Katie Trent explore the theme of identity in relation to one's relationship with God and the power of reconciliation. They discuss how understanding oneself as a child of God can transform self-perception and interactions with others. 

The episode emphasizes overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing one's identity in Christ.

 James and Katie provide practical steps to help listeners deepen their understanding of their divine identity and how to impact the world around them.

 

TOPICS:

(0:00) Introduction to Identity

(1:06) Reconciliation as Redemption

(2:23) The Prodigal Son's Return

(3:08) Living Beyond Limitations

(5:03) The Father's Perspective

(6:48) Unique Identity and Influence

(9:56) Strengthening Identity through Scripture

(10:43) Overcoming Doubts

(12:19) Practical Steps for Growth

(15:17) Affirming Identity in Prayer

(16:34) Empowering Identity Through Scripture

(17:03) Prayer for Boldness and Assurance

(17:49) Seeing Through a New Lens

 

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