Most people think worship means singing songs—but the Bible reveals it’s far deeper. True worship is a lifestyle of beholding, intimacy, and sacrifice. In short, it must become the posture of your heart, the focus of your life, and the daily offering of yourself to God.

In this Christ-centered Bible teaching, Nathan Johnson explores what biblical worship really means, uncovering its rich depth in Scripture through the ideas of beholding, kissing, and sacrifice. Discover how worship is a lifestyle that transforms every area of your life, helping you glorify Jesus Christ in everything you do.

Whether you’re a new believer or a mature Christian longing to go deeper, this message will help you understand that worship goes beyond music and will inspire you to live fully for the preeminence, majesty, and glory of Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 362

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It is common for Christians to declare that they love God with everything … "all to Jesus I surrender" is the song upon our lips.

But do I truly love the Lord our God with EVERYTHING?

In this video, we dive into the "shema" of Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and examine the biblical command to love God with ALL our heart, soul, and strength.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 361

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esus is to be the obsession and focus of a Christian's life. Yet how do we discover what we are truly obsessed with?

In this episode, we discover:

• the four indicators that reveal what we are obsessed with in our lives
• why it is imperative that Jesus is our sole obsession
• and the definition of idolatry (looking to anyone or anything besides Jesus to meet my needs)

Simply, if Jesus isn't our obsession, then we will be distracted with something—for God made us to be obsessed. The question really is … what am I obsessed with?

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 360

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Philippians 3:4–10 reveals the apostle Paul’s powerful testimony of surrender—counting all things as loss for the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus.

In this video, we dive into what it means to truly know Jesus, not just intellectually but intimately (ginōskō), and why following Him is worth giving up everything.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 359

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You may have heard about Jesus your whole life—but do you actually know Him? I’m not talking about religion, church attendance, or head knowledge. I mean a real, personal, authentic relationship with the living God. If you’ve ever wondered, “There has to be more than this in the Christian life,”—you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re going to uncover how to move from knowing about Jesus to truly knowing Him. I want to give you three words that often describe our relationship with Jesus and the third one genuinely has the potentially to radically change your life.

Let’s dive in.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 358

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When you think of the cross of Christ, do you think of a sad event or something exciting?

This is "holy week" and most Christians are celebrating the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Yet, when we celebrate Good Friday, it is typically somber and serious … but should it be?

In this episode, Nathan walks through Matthew 16 and shows that Jesus' disciples should have been expectant and ready for the resurrection when they saw Jesus on the cross. As such, when we behold the cross, it should be one of celebration and expectation.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 357

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Ian Thomas is one of my favorite preachers of old to listen to—his way of articulating the profound truths of Scripture in a simple way has been incredibly helpful to my understanding that Jesus wants to live His life in and through me.

In this stirring and powerful message, Ian Thomas shares that God wants to be God right now in you.

We as believers must remember that Christ is the secret to Christianity! It is not attempting to live the Christian life on our own in our own ability, strength, and wisdom for Him—but allowing Him to live His life in and through us.

• Read a bio-sketch on the life of Ian Thomas
• Read the transcript of this sermon

Major Ian Thomas books I highly recommend you to read:

• The Mystery of Godliness
• The Indwelling Life of Christ
• The Saving Life of Christ

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 356

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The Christian life should be marked by three C’s: content, character, and communication.

In this episode, Nathan discusses and explains the three C’s of the Christian life and why they are essential for the times in which we live.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 355

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It has often been joked that there are only two guarantees in life: death and taxes.

Yet, few of us want to ponder our end—it feels morbid, awkward, or only causes anxiety. Nevertheless, Scripture reminds us that life is short and as such we should "redeem" (buy up) the time. We should be intentional in how we live—for however long God gives us.

In this episode, we discuss what Scripture says about the shortness of life, why it is important to embrace and ponder our passing, and several practical ways to live boldly in light of our forthcoming death. Simply, to live with our end in mind will change how we live today.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 354

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God used the life and ministry of Stephen Manley profoundly in my life.

My summer traveling with Stephen was a dramatic turning point in my life and the two decades of ministering alongside him has been a rich blessing and joy.

After a battle with brain cancer, Stephen Manley died this week on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

In this small tribute to his life and death, I reflect on Stephen's life and his desire to be known as a "Jesus Pusher."

Mentioned in the episode:

• 3 things Stephen Manley taught me that changed my life
• Read Nathan's bio-sketch of Stephen Manley
• Listen/watch Nathan's two favorite sermons by Stephen: Obsessed and The Unasked Question (the "blue" sermon)
• Watch an interview/Q&A Nathan did with Stephen

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 353

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