In this episode of Choose Christ Completely, Justin May and Brandon Kegley explore Psalm 1 and its warning about the gradual progression from walking, to standing, to finally sitting among influences that pull us away from God.

Together, they discuss delighting in Scripture, recognizing harmful ideas, balancing grace and truth, and helping the people we love avoid destructive paths. What shapes your thinking when you finally sit down—and are God’s priorities becoming your priorities?

Open your Bible to Psalm 1 and join the conversation.

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Takeaways

• Dolly Parton's impact on popular culture and her philanthropy.
• The approach to sermon series and the interpretation of Psalm One. Bible translation comparison
• Complexity of reading the Bible
• Pastors' responsibility to confront ideologies
• Impact of priorities on children's convictions

Chapters

• 00:00 Remembering Dolly Parton
• 02:30 Dolly's Branding and Philanthropy
• 10:58 Approach to Sermon Series
• 27:31 Reading and Analysis of Psalm One
• 30:41 Bible Translation Comparison
• 31:37 Complexity of Reading the Bible
• 34:42 Pastors' Responsibility to Confront Ideologies
• 59:47 Impact of Priorities on Children's Convictions

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What do you say when the situation in front of you looks completely hopeless?

In Ezekiel 37, God leads Ezekiel into a valley filled with dry bones and asks him an impossible question: “Can these bones live?” Ezekiel doesn’t ignore the reality of the valley—but he also doesn’t allow what he sees to become more powerful than what God has said.

In this episode of Choose Christ Completely, Justin May and Brandon Kegley explore the historical setting of Ezekiel, the meaning of God’s breath, and the difference between speaking empty optimism and speaking God’s truth over seemingly hopeless situations.

Together, they ask:

• What have I been saying?
• Is it true?
• Does it agree with God?
• What has God actually said?
• What truth do I need to speak?

Our words can deepen despair, but God’s Word can breathe hope into the driest valleys. When God makes a promise, He keeps it—even when the fulfillment doesn’t happen immediately or look the way we expected.

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1–14

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Takeaways

• Ezekiel is a complex and challenging book with difficult themes and prophecies.
• The historical context of Ezekiel provides valuable insights into the split of Israel and the detailed historical events recorded in the book. The impact of spoken words is significant
• God's promise keeping and the consequences of spoken words are key themes

Chapters

• 00:00 The Complexity of Ezekiel
• 05:08 Historical Context of Ezekiel
• 08:19 Interpreting Prophecies in Ezekiel
• 10:51 Sermon Preparation and Application
• 16:10 Exploring Ezekiel 37:1-14
• 26:30 The Prophecy of Jesus
• 28:40 Ezekiel's Captivity and Vision
• 30:01 The Power of Spoken Words
• 40:46 God's Promise and People's Words

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What do you say when the situation in front of you looks completely hopeless?

In Ezekiel 37, God leads Ezekiel into a valley filled with dry bones and asks him an impossible question: “Can these bones live?” Ezekiel doesn’t ignore the reality of the valley—but he also doesn’t allow what he sees to become more powerful than what God has said.

In this episode of Choose Christ Completely, Justin May and Brandon Kegley explore the historical setting of Ezekiel, the meaning of God’s breath, and the difference between speaking empty optimism and speaking God’s truth over seemingly hopeless situations.

Together, they ask:

• What have I been saying?
• Is it true?
• Does it agree with God?
• What has God actually said?
• What truth do I need to speak?

Our words can deepen despair, but God’s Word can breathe hope into the driest valleys. When God makes a promise, He keeps it—even when the fulfillment doesn’t happen immediately or look the way we expected.

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1–14

Choose Christ Completely is a podcast from Chilhowie Christian Church featuring honest conversations and practical tools to help you study Scripture and follow Jesus completely.

Takeaways

• Ezekiel is a complex and challenging book with difficult themes and prophecies.
• The historical context of Ezekiel provides valuable insights into the split of Israel and the detailed historical events recorded in the book. The impact of spoken words is significant
• God's promise keeping and the consequences of spoken words are key themes

Chapters

• 00:00 The Complexity of Ezekiel
• 05:08 Historical Context of Ezekiel
• 08:19 Interpreting Prophecies in Ezekiel
• 10:51 Sermon Preparation and Application
• 16:10 Exploring Ezekiel 37:1-14
• 26:30 The Prophecy of Jesus
• 28:40 Ezekiel's Captivity and Vision
• 30:01 The Power of Spoken Words
• 40:46 God's Promise and People's Words

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It’s possible to fill your mind all day and still be spiritually starving. In this episode, Justin May and Brandon Kegley use the Discovery Bible Study method to explore Ephesians 4:17–24 and ask what happens when our thoughts drift away from God’s truth.

What are you allowing to shape your mind? Where might you be wandering without realizing it? And what does it actually look like to “let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes”?

Join the conversation as Justin and Brandon discuss how we can throw off the old way of living, learn the truth found in Jesus, and put on the new nature God created us to live.

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Takeaways

• Parenting involves the delicate balance of providing guidance and freedom to children.
• Teaching children the 'why' behind instructions is crucial for their understanding and development. Parenting: Teaching children to seek God and fostering emotional authenticity is a challenging but essential aspect of parenting.
• Renewal of the Mind: The passage from Ephesians highlights the importance of renewing the mind and the impact of emotions on our relationship with God and others.

Chapters

• 00:00 Living as Children of the Light
• 11:00 Parenting and Training Children
• 21:45 The Importance of 'Why' in Teaching
• 27:49 Parenting and Seeking God
• 28:57 Emotional Authenticity and Vulnerability
• 29:25 Renewal of the Mind and Impact of Emotions

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What starts as a simple comment can become a label. A label can become a belief. And brick by brick, that belief can become a stronghold you eventually start defending yourself.

In this episode, Justin May and Brandon Kegley use the Discovery Bible Study method to walk through 2 Corinthians 10:1–6 and Paul’s challenge to tear down strongholds, destroy false arguments, and take our thoughts captive to Christ.

We’ll talk about the lies we’ve allowed to live rent-free in our minds, how half-truths become deeply held beliefs, and what it looks like to stop defending the castle we’ve built and start replacing those lies with the truth of God.

What lie have you believed so long that it just feels like who you are?

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Takeaways

• Controlling thoughts and environment is crucial for personal growth.
• Choosing friends and influences is an important aspect of character development. The influence of criticism varies, and constructive criticism can lead to positive change.
• The battle against strongholds requires an understanding of obedience and the difference between full and perfect obedience.

Chapters

• 00:00 Testing the Waters
• 01:09 Internet Problems and Solutions
• 02:58 Dealing with Storms and Rain
• 04:39 Pool Maintenance and Chemistry
• 08:08 Controlling Thoughts and Environment
• 13:31 Choosing Friends and Influences
• 19:44 Discovery Bible Study: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18
• 30:19 The Impact of Criticism
• 30:52 The Weight of Personal Criticism
• 32:17 The Influence of Constructive Criticism
• 33:14 The Challenge of Being Right
• 34:20 The Temptation to Always Be Right
• 35:39 The Importance of Listening to Disagreements
• 37:44 The Danger of Strongholds
• 38:46 The Battle Against Strongholds
• 43:26 Understanding Strongholds and Obedience
• 44:24 The Difference Between Full and Perfect Obedience
• 46:39 The Role of Strongholds in Obedience
• 54:42 The Power of Words and Thoughts
• 59:18 The Importance of Admitting Weakness

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What you think about shapes how you feel, how you respond, how you treat people—and ultimately who you become.

In Romans 12:1–2, Paul tells us not to be shaped by the patterns of this world, but to let God transform us by changing the way we think.

In this podcast, Brand and Justin look at how our minds are constantly being trained by what we watch, scroll, listen to, and dwell on—and what it looks like to intentionally allow God to renew our minds.

The question isn’t simply, “What am I thinking about?”

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Takeaways

• The use of supplementary texts in sermons can draw different insights and perspectives.
• The interpretation of a Bible verse can vary based on the translation used. Biblical interpretation and application
• Transformation and change of mindset Information overload can have financial implications and hinder the ability to discern important insights.
• Intentional focus, music, and environment play a significant role in preparing the mind for transformation and insight.
• The tension between conforming to the world and being transformed by God is a central theme, highlighting the need for balance and discernment.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Season Two
• 01:27 Small Groups and Interest-Based Communities
• 03:00 Discreet Communication and Strong Opinions
• 06:15 Lifelong Learning and Changing Perspectives
• 13:36 Exploring Bible Verses and Translations
• 20:53 The English Standard and Biblical Interpretation
• 21:39 The Shema and Application of Biblical Principles
• 22:25 Transition to the Application of Biblical Principles
• 23:17 Tension Between Meeting People and Transformation
• 25:05 The Unique Nature of Christianity in Transformation
• 26:11 The Role of the Gospel in Meeting and Transforming Cultures
• 27:33 The Sermon on the Mount and Cultural Transformation
• 28:00 Historical Examples of Societal Transformation
• 31:08 The Four Questions and Liked Aspects of the Passage
• 33:34 Conformity and Transformation of the Mind
• 36:58 The Power of Shifting the Mind and Transformation
• 41:40 The Challenge of Transformation and Change of Mindset
• 01:04:09 Purpose of the Podcast

Have you ever felt like God was asleep in the middle of your storm?

The disciples certainly did.

Join Brandon and Justin in discovery of Matthew 8:23-27:

• Jesus will lead his disciples into the boat
• Suddenly a great storm will threaten
• Seasoned fishermen will panic
• Jesus speaks over nature

What do you do when life falls apart unexpectedly? What do you do when obedience leads you into trouble? And what do you do when it feels like God is silent, distant, or asleep?

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Takeaways

• The Calming of the Storm
• Interpretation and Analysis The interplay of fear and faith in the face of an unnatural storm.
• The significance of God's love, sacrifice, and the concept of faith.
• The struggle with human impatience, panic, and the testing of faith.
• The importance of equipping and discipling others, and the model for discipleship.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Choose Christ Completely
• 08:40 Discussion on Soccer and World Cup Viewership
• 13:42 Soccer as the World's Game
• 19:00 Physical Demands of Soccer
• 26:07 Qualifying for the World Cup
• 45:10 Unnatural Storm
• 55:32 God's Love and Sacrifice
• 01:04:13 Equipping and Discipling

In this episode of Choose Christ Completely, hosts Brandon Kegley and Justin May explore the remarkable story of the Roman centurion in Matthew 8:5–13 using the Discovery Bible Study Method.

In a surprising twist, Jesus points to an unlikely outsider as an example of extraordinary faith.

What was it about the centurion's trust that caused Jesus to marvel? And what can his example teach us about following Christ today?

Whether you're new to the Bible or have been following Jesus for years, this conversation will encourage you to examine your own faith and consider this important question:

What kind of faith does Jesus admire?

📖 Passage: Matthew 8:5–13

The key takeaways include the significance of addressing injustices as a part of following Jesus and the importance of being willing to be interrupted.

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Takeaways

• Importance of Community
• Impact of Technology on Human Connection Food as a Facilitator
• The Centurion's Faith Addressing injustices as a part of following Jesus
• The importance of being willing to be interrupted

Chapters

• 00:00 Building Relationships Through Church Events
• 08:30 Creating Spaces for Community and Connection
• 22:59 The Last Supper and Food
• 28:51 Healing of the Servant
• 43:04 Injustice and Correcting Wrongs
• 55:00 Proximity and Injustice
• 01:02:09 Making Requests and Being Interrupted

Have you ever felt overlooked, pushed aside, or like you didn't belong? In Matthew 8:1-4, we meet a man who knew exactly what that felt like. Isolated by disease and rejected by society, he approaches Jesus with a simple but powerful request: "If you are willing, you can make me clean."

What happens next reveals something incredible about the heart of Jesus.

In this episode of Choose Christ Completely, we use the Discovery Bible Study method to walk through Matthew 8:1-4 together. Along the way, we'll explore what this passage teaches us about faith, compassion, healing, and how Jesus moves toward the very people everyone else avoids.

Discussion Passage: Matthew 8:1-4

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Takeaways

• Inclusion of outsiders
• The power of Jesus's authority Leprosy in biblical times was a generic term that encompassed various skin conditions.
• Jesus' willingness to touch and heal a leper demonstrates his compassion and power.
• The significance of public testimony and its reflection of one's faith and gratitude. Embracing interruptions with a willing and open heart
• The immediate nature of Jesus' healing and forgiveness

Chapters

• 00:00 The Healing of the Leper
• 24:58 Understanding Leprosy in Biblical Times
• 31:21 The First Miracle in Matthew
• 37:38 Jesus' Instructions and Public Testimony
• 44:14 Challenges and Takeaways
• 50:31 The Act of Kneeling
• 59:30 Physical Posturing in Worship

Welcome to another episode of Choose Christ Completely as Brandon and Justin walk through Matthew 7:24–29 using the Discovery Bible Study method. Together, let's explore Jesus’ story of the wise and foolish builders and ask the simple but challenging question: What foundation are we really building our lives on?

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Chapters

• 00:00 Get to know Brandon and Justin
• 26:28 The Gift of Prophecy and Spiritual Gifts
• 32:00 Matthew 7:24-19
• 41:19 Building a Solid Foundation