A worship song based on Psalm 121 has left some wondering what's meant by the refrain "He will keep you from all evils." It doesn't seem to square with reality. After all, we all experience evil, right? In this episode, CSPC Pastor of Worship Landon Paul joins James to unpack not only what's meant in the song, but in the Scripture from which the song was written. And here are some additional resources that might be helpful if you'd like to explore this topic further:

https://youtu.be/EzJkC0-CSng?si=nGDzcY7HQeBpeptE

https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/psalm-121-commentary-where-does-our-help-come-from

https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/psalm-121-what-it-means-that-yahweh-is-your-guardian

Why should Christ-followers confess sins to God if He's already forgiven us? And just what should personal confession to the Lord look like? James & Mia spend this episode unpacking the answers to these important questions.

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In this episode, Mia asks James why he shared his broken reality of being sexually abused as a teenager in a recent sermon. His hope-filled response highlights the need to bring our deepest brokenness to Jesus. James says it's in these sensitive places that the Lord often does some of His best work.

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What did you learn in 2025? What fun challenge are you looking forward to heading into 2026? These are just a couple of 10 rapid-fire questions James is having Mia answer as they kick off the new year. You might want to ask these of yourself, or even use them as a guide for conversations with New Year's celebration guests.

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Merry Christmas! On this special day, sit back and listen (or, follow along) as Mia reads the Christmas story from Luke 2. May the Lord use this brief few minutes in His word to bring about reflection & adoration in your heart this Christmas.

How do you want to be seen by other people? How is it holding you back from the better life Jesus has for you? James & Mia spend this episode digging into a couple penetrating questions raised in CSPC's Advent season sermon series, "Prepare Him Room."

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What things in your life are crowding out your walk with Jesus? This Christmas season, how can you better prepare Him room? In this episode, James & Mia highlight the discomfort of giving things up for a closer relationship with God, along with the reassuring truth that it's always worth it.

It's a reversal of roles for this holiday episode! James turns to being the question-asker, finding out 10 things Mia is thankful for this year. You might even want to take notes and ask people at your own Thanksgiving table these same questions!

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Is there a "right way" to show up for our regular times of Bible reading? Should we simply be ready to receive whatever God has for us, or is it better to be looking for something specific from Him- like peace, or an answer to a problem? James spends this episode responding to this heartfelt question from Mia.

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It's so hard to have an unsaved family member who's rejected the Lord. Where's the hope, and what should you do? In this episode, James & Mia answer a listener's very tender question with biblical truth and practical wisdom.

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