Deeper Christian Podcast

Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 154

366 times in Scripture we are told "fear not" … but HOW?

In perilous times, how can we stand boldly and live without fear?

The secret is found in Hebrews 13 where God speaks a single promise which should expel every fear and worry in our lives.

If you want to be able to stand strong in difficult seasons, live without worry and fear, then you need to know the promise that God will never leave or forsake you.

In this episode, we examine Hebrews 13:5-6 and discover why there is no reason to fear.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 153

Psalm 1 tells us that as Christians we are to find our delight in the Word of God and set our minds upon that Word day and night. To do so causes us to be like trees planted by streams of water, impervious to the circumstances which surround us.

The other option is to live in sin and be like chaff that is useless and blows away in the wind.

So where do you find your delight?

In this Deeper Christian episode, we examine Psalm 1 and seek to find our delight in Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 152

We often search for peace, joy, hope, love, etc through a variety of means … except for the one that is guaranteed to supply all we need.

In this episode, Nathan Johnson reminds us that Jesus is all that we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3) and that our pursuit should be of Him.

Consider joining Nathan on a 30 Day Challenge to know Jesus more. Sign up and receive more information at: https://deeperchristian.com/30day-challenge-know-jesus/

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 151

Just like you need to push "reset" on some electronics to get them working properly, so too our lives need a reset push in order that we refocus.

With countless distractions and noise in this world we need the occasional reset to make sure Jesus Christ remains at the center of our focus, emotions, and passion.

In this episode, Nathan reminds you of your need to reset your focus and he invites you to join him in a 30 Day Challenge to Know Jesus More.

For more information and to sign up for the 30 Day Challenge (don't worry, it's free), go to: https://deeperchristian.com/30day-challenge-know-jesus/

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 150

Most of us know Psalm 23 quite well – it's that great Psalm of comfort and hope amidst any circumstance.

In the uncertain and rather crazy circumstances we are currently in, we need to be reminded that Jesus is our Good Shepherd and He is actively shepherding our lives. In short, He is giving provision, protection, and direction to us just as a shepherd does with his sheep.

In this Deeper Christian episode, Nathan Johnson gives a big picture understanding of Psalm 23 and discusses 4 amazing revelations found in the passage:

1. God's intimacy is revealed
2. God's continuing salvific work is revealed
3. God's character is revealed
4. God's purpose is revealed 

If you are looking for encouragement and hope in these troubled times, this episode will point you back to our Good Shepherd Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 149

The world is in a pandemic panic over the coronavirus, but how are we to respond as Christians?

Rather than living with fear, anxiety, and worry, a Christian is to face such a crisis with calm, peace, joy, and hope.

But how can we as believers experience hope amidst the coronavirus? The secret is in where we place our hope.

In this Deeper Christian episode, we look at the crisis of the coronavirus and how to have peace rather than panic, calm rather than chaos, and hope amidst a world fretting in fear.

Christians are to live unlike the world and this is a time in history when we can be known by our love and peace rather than our panic and avoidance.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 148

We were made to be obsessed.

Each of us has an obsession – often revealed by what we most think about throughout the day, where we spend our money, how we spend our time, and what we talk about.

The question is not "are you obsessed" the better question is "what are you obsessed with"?

In this Deeper Christian podcast episode, we listen to a special message (a Bravehearted Thot) on the topic of obsession by my friend and mentor Stephen Manley. Stephen is passionate about Jesus Christ and wants to remind each of us that we are called to be obsessed with Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 147

Examine your prayer life and you'll likely find that there are three things that you pray for most … and yet these three things God already wants to provide for you as your Good Shepherd.

In this Deeper Christian episode, Nathan Johnson gives an overview of John 10 and Jesus' declaration that He is the "Good Shepherd" and what that means practically for you as Christ longs to provide and give you protection, provision, and direction.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 146

Far too many people are seeking escape and "peace" from their circumstances, trials, and difficulties. But what if true peace wasn't an escape FROM our problems but peace IN the midst of them?

In this Deeper Christian episode, Nathan Johnson talks about biblical peace and how we are called to have peace at all times – regardless of what may be going on around us.

When we recognize that Jesus Himself is our peace and that He wants to be our peace in every struggle or difficulty, then we find that our lives begin to reflect the reality of heaven – just like a lake at peace.

Join Nathan in this encouraging episode as you find peace in the middle of your problems rather than an escape from them.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 145

We've all likely heard the old illustration of whether we are a thermometer or a thermostat. But I was listening to an interview done with Leonard Ravenhill toward the end of his life, and his comment about the thermometer/thermostat idea struck me afresh.

In this episode of the Deeper Christian Podcast, we listen to a short clip by Leonard Ravenhill talking about the thermometer and thermostat but gain an incredible insight into this old illustration – for as Ravenhill says, it's all about affecting or being affected by the environment.

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