Our mouths declare what is in our hearts.

Biblically, we are told that thanksgiving is to be the constant reality of a Christian—because of all Jesus Christ accomplished at the cross.

But in these dark days, it is easy to fill our mouths with gossip, slander, bitterness, discouragement, and a host of other pollution—which means we need to allow the Spirit of God to transform our lives and stand guard over our hearts and minds (see Philippians 4:7).

In this episode, Nathan reminds us that as Christians what is upon our lips is a good indicator of what is inside our lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 221

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 220

I love books … and in the last episode, I gave my top 12 favorite classic Christians books.

In this episode, I want to give twelve of the Christian biographies that have most impacted my life and inspired my faith in Jesus Christ.

Quick Links:

• Get links to all the biographies mentioned in this episode
• Check out my entire "recommended reading" Christian booklist
• Check out my suggested Bible resources for Bible study
• Find out what books I recently finished reading

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 219

I love books … and people often ask what are some of my favorite classic Christian books that have made a deep impact on my life.

In this episode, I want to give twelve classic Christian books that have changed my life.

Quick Links:

• Get links to all the books mentioned in this episode
• Check out my entire "recommended reading" Christian booklist
• Check out my suggested Bible resources for Bible study
• Find out what books I recently finished reading

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 218

In John 1:1, Jesus is called the "Word of God" … and in Revelation 19:13 His Name is called "The Word of God."

In this study of the character and nature of God, we discuss how Jesus is the Word of God in Person (the Logos) and how this should affect how you read Scripture.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 217

Studying the Bible in light of its context is of utmost importance.

In this particular episode, we conclude our mini-series looking at seven important types of context you need to keep in mind as you study Scripture. As we examine the last three types of contexts (scriptural, geographical, visual), learn what these contexts are, why they are important, and hear some examples of how studying the Bible in light of history and culture helps you understand the Bible.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 216

Studying the Bible in light of its context is of utmost importance. In the last two episodes we examined the importance of context and in this episode we continue to look at seven different key contexts you need to know when you read and study the Word of God.

In this particular episode, we look at the grammatical and linguistic contexts. Learn what these contexts are, why they are important, and hear some examples of how studying the Bible in light of history and culture helps you understand the Bible.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 215

Studying the Bible in light of its context is of utmost importance. In the last episode we examined the importance of context and over the next few weeks we are going to discuss seven different key contexts you need to know when you read and study the Word of God.

In this particular episode, we look at the first two of the seven contexts: historical and cultural context. Learn what these contexts are, why they are important, and hear some examples of how studying the Bible in light of history and culture helps you understand the Bible.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 214

Over the years, I've noticed that most students of the Bible are missing one key aspect in their reading and study.

In this episode, Nathan Johnson talks about the importance of context and gives some of his favorite examples of taking Bible verses out of context – and why we need to make sure we read and study in biblical context.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 213

King David’s life is a picture of what it means to walk in the holiness and righteousness of God … and what it looks like to not.

1 Kings 15:5 tells us that David always did what was right in the eyes of God, except one time, with the manner of Uriah the Hittite.

While David was always living in the life and perspective of God, there was one time (just one time!) when he turned within himself and decided what was “right” in his own eyes—deciding to live in sin and depravity rather than by the righteous life of God Almighty.

In this episode, we continue our discussion on holiness and righteousness by examining the downfall (sin) of David and how even a single sin can lead to the downfall of many … and what it means as believers to embrace and live by the holiness of Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 212

Over the past few episodes, we’ve talked about holiness and how to live a holy life.

Yet, as we pursue a holy and godly life, we must remember these five key things about holiness.

In this episode, Nathan continues our discussion on holiness and gives five key reminders you need to know about holiness and righteousness.

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