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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about one of the hardest parts of our faith journey: unanswered prayers. What do you do when you’ve prayed every prayer you know how to pray, yet the answer still hasn’t come? How do you keep believing when the waiting feels endless?

Jesus offers us an invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” In this episode, I share my own testimony of wrestling in prayer and how the Lord reminded me simply to “try one more time.”

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Matthew 11:28–30 – Jesus’ invitation to rest

1 Corinthians 2:14–16 – We have the mind of Christ

2 Corinthians 1:5–7 – Sharing in Christ’s sufferings and comfort

Psalm 27:14 – “Wait on the Lord: be of good courage…”

Matthew 5:14–16 – Let your light shine in the waiting

Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit in our endurance

✨ In this episode, I share four reasons why God sometimes asks us to wait:
1. To allow His perfect will to unfold.
2. To know Him more deeply through suffering and hoping.
3. To encourage others in their waiting.
4. To demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.

Unanswered prayers don’t mean God has forgotten you—they mean He’s working in ways you may not yet see. Keep praying, keep believing, and trust that the outcome will be so beautiful only God could have planned it.

🙏 Be encouraged today: pray one more prayer, take one more step, and rest in His promises.

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In Season 2, Episode 32, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about what it really means to lead with the Holy Ghost. Leadership isn’t about power or position—it’s about service, wisdom, and being guided by the Spirit for the good of others.

The book of Proverbs tells us that knowledge and wisdom preserve and strengthen us, but Jesus shows us that it’s not enough to just know the truth—we must also live it. 

Through stories of Paul, Cornelius, Peter, and my own testimony, we see how the Holy Ghost directs, equips, and connects us at just the right time with the right people.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Jeremiah 29:11 – God’s plan is to give you a future and a hope.

Ephesians 5:21 – Submitting to one another in the fear of God.

Proverbs 1:5, 1:7, 2:10–11, 3:19–20, 9:10–11, 15:14, 18:15, 24:5 – Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding.

Luke 11:52 – The key of knowledge.

James 1:22 – Be doers of the Word, not hearers only.

Philippians 3:8 – The excellency of knowing Christ.

1 John 2:27 – The anointing teaches you all things.

John 16:7–13 – The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth.

1 Corinthians 12:4–12 – The gifts of the Spirit.

Acts 10:2–7, 44–48 – Cornelius and Peter’s encounter.

✨ In this episode, we cover:
-Why everyone is both a leader and a follower
-How to discern and use the knowledge God has entrusted to you
-What it means to be taught by the anointing of the Holy Ghost
-The role of spiritual gifts in building up the body of Christ
-How God sends the right people at the right time to accomplish His plan

Leadership with the Holy Ghost isn’t about striving—it’s about surrendering. It’s trusting the Spirit to guide your steps, your words, and your influence to make an eternal difference.

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Walking with biblical discretion means moving with wisdom, intentionality, and grace, especially when handling sensitive situations or using the gifts God has given us.

In season 2, episode 31, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how Jesus doesn’t just care what we do—He cares how we do it. Through Proverbs, the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4, and stories from Acts, we explore how to respond with the right spirit, make creative Spirit-led decisions, and protect the treasure God has placed inside of us.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Matthew 10:16 – “Wise as serpents, harmless as doves.”

Proverbs 1:4; 2:11; 3:21–22; 5:1–2; 11:22; 19:11 – Wisdom and discretion.

Matthew 4:1–11 – Jesus resists temptation with the Word.

Luke 16:1–8 – The shrewd manager.

Acts 9:25 – Paul lowered in a basket to escape danger.

✨ In this episode:
-What biblical discretion really means
-How Jesus modeled wisdom in responding to the enemy
-Why God cares about how we steward our gifts
-How to think outside the box in ministry and life
-Protecting your calling from the enemy’s schemes

Discretion is a kingdom strategy. It’s not about hiding—it’s about moving with purpose, grace, and divine timing.

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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we explore how faith-filled decision-making can lead to eternal reward. Drawing from Hebrews 11, we take a deep look at Moses’ courageous choice to align with God's people instead of choosing the comfort of Egyptian royalty. His story challenges us to ask: what are we choosing today?

We also examine the stories of Paul and Ananias—men who made bold, risky decisions out of obedience and faith. Like them, we’re called to look beyond temporary comfort and seek the eternal prize.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Hebrews 11:23–29 – Moses chose to suffer with God's people by faith.

Romans 8:18 – “The sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared…”

2 Corinthians 4:17–18 – “Our light affliction… worketh for us a far more eternal weight of glory.”

Acts 9:13–20 – Paul’s conversion and Ananias’ obedience.

Hebrews 11:6 – “Without faith it is impossible to please God…”

Matthew 6:33 – “Seek ye first the kingdom of God…”

✨ In this episode, we reflect on:
-Why godly decisions often require sacrifice
-How to resist short-term pleasures for long-term reward
-Learning to trust God’s eternal perspective in seasons of uncertainty
-Finding confidence when your decision still looks costly
-How Jesus modeled surrender in the Garden of Gethsemane

Maybe you're standing at a crossroads today—wrestling with a big choice. Let Moses’ story remind you: the eternal reward is worth it. Your obedience matters, and God honors every decision made in faith.

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In Season 2, Episode 29, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I invite you to lean into one of the most powerful promises Jesus gave us: the peace of the Holy Ghost. In a world overwhelmed with noise, distraction, and uncertainty, there is a peace that doesn’t just calm the mind—it anchors the soul.

We look at what Jesus told His disciples before the cross, how He kept His word after the resurrection, and what it means for us today to walk in Holy Ghost peace. This peace isn’t temporary relief—it’s divine strength, constant presence, and supernatural comfort.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
John 14:18 – “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.”

John 14:26–27 – “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you…”

John 20:19–22 – “Peace be unto you… Receive ye the Holy Ghost.”

Acts 2:1–4 – The outpouring of the Holy Ghost at Pentecost

Acts 19:1–7 – Paul asks, “Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed?”

Zephaniah 3:17 (implied in tone) – The Lord in our midst is mighty to save


✨ In this episode:
-We talk about the difference between worldly peace and the peace Jesus gives
-We discuss how the Holy Ghost is both our Helper and our Comforter
-We explore the biblical meaning of peace: wholeness, stillness, salvation, harmony
-And we pray together for a fresh outpouring of the Spirit in your life


Jesus didn’t just promise comfort—He delivered it. And you don’t have to go another day without the Holy Ghost peace He offers.

🙏 If you’ve been struggling, waiting, or needing a reminder that God is with you, this episode is for you. Like, share, and subscribe to stay encouraged and walk Closer to Jesus every week.

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In this episode we unpack a powerful truth from Joshua’s leadership: sometimes one small step of obedience is all it takes to unlock your next victory. Have you been praying for a breakthrough, yet feel stuck or overwhelmed? What if the solution is simpler than you think?

We walk through Joshua 7, when a hidden act of disobedience stopped Israel in its tracks—and how God's clear and practical solution turned defeat into destiny. Through this story, and others like the parting of the Red Sea and Jesus healing the lame man, we learn that God is not just miraculous—He’s also practical.

📖 Bible Verses Mentioned:
2 Corinthians 10:3–6 – Take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ

Joshua 7:1–13 – Israel’s defeat at Ai and the power of obedience

Exodus 14:10–16 – Moses and the Red Sea: “Why cry to Me? Tell the people to move!”

Matthew 14 – Jesus feeds the 5,000 with a simple instruction

Matthew 17 – Peter finds tax money in a fish

John 5:6–9 – “Take up your bed and walk” – a simple instruction, a complete healing

Revelation 5:1–5 – When no one else could open the scroll, the Lion of Judah could

💡 In this episode, I talk about:
-The danger of wilderness thinking
-How to hold your thoughts captive before they hold you
-Why obedience in small things can unlock big miracles
-What to do when you feel stuck, discouraged, or overlooked


A reminder that Jesus is always the solution—even when it seems no one else can help

Maybe the answer you’ve been waiting for isn’t delayed—it’s just disguised as something simple.

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 In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I would like to share a powerful word the Lord gave me in prayer—about the tools He’s already placed in our hands. Sometimes we look at the pieces of our lives and think they don’t fit together. But God doesn’t need perfection—He just needs surrender.

From David’s stone to Miriam’s tambourine, from Paul’s prison cell to your own life, God uses what seems ordinary to do the extraordinary.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Zephaniah 3:17 – “The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty…”

1 Samuel 17:37–40, 45 – David defeats Goliath, not with armor, but with faith and a stone.

2 Samuel 22:2–4 – “The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer…”

Ephesians 6:10–11 – (Implied) “Be strong in the Lord… put on the whole armor of God.”


💡 In this episode, we explore:
-Why your victory is not in the tool—but in the God who gave it
-How to recognize what’s already in your hand for Kingdom work
-A powerful story of missionary E.P. Scott—armed with only a violin and a hymn
-Why God can use your story, your gifts, and even your weakness to change lives
-What to do when you feel stuck in the “median” of indecision


🔥 Whether you’re holding a harp, a pen, a rope, or a prayer—God can use it all. The world might laugh at what you carry, but giants fall, seas part, and prisons shake when Jesus is in it.

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In Season 2, Episode 26, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share a dream God gave me—and the powerful truth it revealed: sometimes we chase the diamonds (God’s promises) while overlooking the gold (spiritual maturity through relationship). The Lord is calling us deeper—not just into the blessings, but into the refining fire that produces true, lasting transformation.

Are you looking for benefits more than you’re seeking His presence? This episode will challenge you to trade surface-level faith for 24-karat intimacy with Jesus.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:

• 2 Peter 1:4 – God’s “exceeding great and precious promises.”
  
  
• Revelation 3:18-22 – “Buy of me gold tried in the fire…”
  
  
• 1 Peter 5:10 – “After you have suffered a while… He will strengthen and settle you.”
  
  
• Psalm 103:1-5 – “Forget not all His benefits…”
  
  
• Psalm 16:11 – “In Your presence is fullness of joy.”
  
  
• Matthew 4:1-11 – Jesus resists temptation in the wilderness.
  
  
• Colossians 3:12 – “Put on… meekness, humility, compassion…”
  
  
• Psalm 145:3 – “His greatness is unsearchable.”
  
  
  

🔥 In this episode:

• I explain the meaning behind my dream of gold vs. diamonds
  
  
• We talk about why trials refine us more than success ever could
  
  
• Why spiritual maturity matters more than spiritual experiences
  
  
• And how Satan often tempts us with “good” that isn’t God
  
  

Don’t be fooled by fake promises or glittery distractions. Real treasure is found in the fire—with Jesus by your side. He’s knocking… will you open the door?

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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we explore the powerful combination of boldness and meekness in the life of a believer. These aren’t opposites—they’re companions. Boldness doesn’t always shout. Sometimes, it quietly endures, forgives, and follows Jesus when no one else will.

I share the story of Daniel in the lions’ den and the incredible example of missionary Elisabeth Elliot—two lives that show us boldness looks different when it's clothed in meekness, humility, and faith.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Daniel 6:16–23 – Daniel is delivered from the lions because of his faith.

1 Peter 3:4 – “The ornament of a meek and quiet spirit… is of great price.”

Romans 8:28 – “All things work together for good to them that love God…”

1 John 1:3 – “That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you…”

Colossians 3:12 – “Put on… compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience.”

💬 In this episode:
-We redefine what biblical boldness really looks like.
-We talk about enduring pain with purpose and power.
-We explore how to follow Jesus with strength and humility—even when it costs us everything.
-And we’re reminded that your testimony of what you’ve lived through may be the exact word someone else needs.

Whether you're facing your own lions or wrestling with loss, remember: You are not alone. You were built for this moment—and God’s strength is made perfect in your meekness.

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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we dive into the true heart of ministry—compassion. Jesus didn’t just notice needs, He was moved by them. And when He was moved, He acted. As His followers, we are called to do the same.

Using the parable of the Good Samaritan and the miracle of feeding the multitude, I explore what it means to serve others selflessly and minister through mercy. Ministry isn’t about convenience—it’s about pouring out what we have in love, trusting that Jesus can do much with our little.

📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned:
Luke 10:30–37 – The Good Samaritan: "He had compassion on him..."

Matthew 15:32–38 – Jesus feeds the 4,000: “How many loaves have ye?”

Colossians 3:12–17 – “Put on therefore… mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind…”

John 13:35 – “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

✨ In this episode:
-We discuss the difference between sympathy and true empathy
-How altruism—giving even when it costs—changes the world
-Why ministry is about being willing, not having it all together
-How Jesus prompts us through the Holy Spirit to meet needs around us

Jesus didn’t just teach with words—He lived mercy, grace, and generosity. And He calls us to do the same: “Go, and do thou likewise.” (Luke 10:37)

If you've been wondering how to serve others well, how to love with action, or how to use what little you have for the Kingdom, this episode will stir your heart and strengthen your mission.

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