Plain-Spoken Grace

Devotion | Fruit Of The Spirit

Summary:

In this short bible devo, Chip dives into Galatians 5 with some thoughts about the fruit of the Spirit.

Galatians 5:16-25 // NASB 1995

16 But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. 17 For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the things that you please. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the Law. 19 Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, 20 idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, 21 envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24 Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit.

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Ep. 113 | Guest: Roger Mardis

 

Summary:

 

Throughout his ministry Roger Mardis has been a pastor, a missionary, an author, and now President of Friends Of Nazareth, an organization that supports the operations of Nazareth Baptist School, a Christian K-12 school located in Nazareth, Jerusalem.

 

In this episode of Plain-Spoken Grace, Chip and Roger discuss Roger's new book, "Peaks And Pits," his upbringing, as well as some troubling developments in the Church as we emerge from the global pandemic.

 

Recorded: May 6, 2021. Show Date: July 23, 2021

 

Based in Richmond, VA, Plain-Spoken Grace is a semi-monthly video podcast produced and hosted by Chip Forbes. We focus on encouraging men to live Christ-centered lives in service to God, your family and your community.

 

Show Notes:

Follow Roger Mardis on Facebook

Purchase A copy of “Peaks And Pits,” by Roger Mardis.

Learn more about Friends of Nazareth and Nazareth Baptist School

Partners:

 

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a crisis pregnancy center located in Florence, AL.

 

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Ep. 112 | Guest: Lenny LeBlanc

Summary:

Recorded in Columbia, TN, just a stone’s throw from Nashville, Chip enjoys a Q&A with Christian music singer-songwriter Lenny LeBlanc (“Above All,” “There Is None Like You,”” Treat Her Right,” “Falling”). Lenny talks about his Muscle Shoals music roots, how God ‘hijacked’ his career, and what he’s been up to lately.

This is the third in a series of music-themed episodes.

Recorded: May 5, 2021. Show Date: June 30, 2021

Based in Richmond, VA, Plain-Spoken Grace is a semi-monthly video podcast produced and hosted by Chip Forbes. We focus on encouraging men to live Christ-centered lives in service to God, family and community.

More at https://www.plainspokengrace.org

Show Notes:

Follow Lenny’s Facebook Music page: https://www.facebook.com/LennyLeblanc

Visit Lenny’s Website: www.LennyLeBlanc.com

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a faith-based women’s health clinic located in Florence, AL.

Ep. 111 | Guest: Don Moen

Summary:

Recorded in Columbia, TN, just a stone’s throw from Nashville, Chip catches up with Christian music artist, producer, and speaker Don Moen. Don talks about his beginnings, his music, being a Father, and what he feels is next for the Church post pandemic.

Based in Richmond, VA, Plain-Spoken Grace is a semi-monthly video podcast produced and hosted by Chip Forbes. We focus on encouraging men to live a Christ-centered life. 

This is the second episode in a music themed mini-series of episodes focusing on worship music and the role music plays in our faith. 

More at: https://www.PlainSpokenGrace.org

Show Notes:

Visit DonMoen.com

Follow Don Moen on Facebook

Subscribe to Don Moen on YouTube

Join the Don Moen Community on Patreon

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a faith-based women’s health clinic located in Florence, AL.

 

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Ep. 110 | Guest: John Baldwin

Summary:

Recorded live from his home studio in Richmond, VA, host Chip Forbes sits down with returning guest John Baldwin, Pastor of Berea Baptist Church in Rockville, VA. They discuss the origins of music in the Church and how sacred hymns still edify the Body Of Christ in modern worship services.

This is the first in a music themed mini-series of episodes focusing on worship music and the role music plays in the Christian Church.

#howgreatthowart #hymnology #christmascarols

 

More at: https://www.PlainSpokenGrace.org

 

Show Notes:

More about the origins of “How Great Thou Art.“

More about the origins of “Hark The Heralds Angels Sing.“

More: Music and the Early Church

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a crisis pregnancy center located in Florence, AL.

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Ep. 109 | Guest: Scott Lehman

Based in Nashville, TN, In His Grip Golf is a book turned movement. With chapters citywide, men from all walks of life G.R.I.P God’s word daily through the ministry’s video devotions and weekly on a live zoom call. The Mission: To encourage and equip men to get a daily G.R.I.P. on God’s Word and connect to an authentic community through the game of golf.

Hear all about it and learn how the organization’s founders are making an impact.

More: https://www.plainspokengrace.org/109

(Recorded May, 2021 // Location: Columbia, TN // Release Date: May 14, 2021)

Ep. 108 | Guest: Opie Thomas

(Recorded Feb. 2021 // Location: Private Home Studio – Richmond, VA // Release Date: March 30, 2021)

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Summary:

Steven “Opie” Thomas grew up an avid sportsman, hunting big game, turkey and fishing all over the southeast. The Mossy Oak Pro Staffer is also the National Director of a missions ministry called Hope Outdoors. 

Headquartered in Chatom, Alabama since 2005, with Chapters in 7 States, Hope Outdoors and it’s hundreds of sponsors and volunteers help those with special needs get outdoors to hunt and fish safely, all while experiencing first hand the love Christ through community and fellowship.

Hear all about it and learn how you can help in this episode of Plain-Spoken Grace.

#specialneeds #hunting #fishing #outdoors #hope

Show Notes:

Visit Hope Outdoors online: www.HopeOutdoors.org

Find a Chapter near you: Chapters Page

Like Hope Outdoors on Facebook: Facebook.com/hopeoutdoors

Follow Steven “Opie” Thomas on Facebook: Personal Page

Please support our program partners:

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a crisis pregnancy center located in Florence, AL.

Ep. 107 | Guest: George Wigginton

Summary:

Where do Christians go to find truth, hope, and encouragement? God’s word – The Holy Bible. In this episode of Plain-Spoken Grace, host Chip Forbes and longtime friend George Wigginton search the pages of the Old and New Testaments to find light for these dark days. If you are one, like so many, who needs a heaping dose of grace for today, this one’s for you.

Come study the scriptures with Chip and George. You will come away feeling refreshed and reminded that God is in control.

#encouragement #hope #godisincontrol

 

Show Notes:

Old Testament References

Job 38:3-33

2 Chronicles 7:14

Joshua 24:15

Jonah 3:4

New Testament References

John 3:16-20

Romans 8:37-39

Colossians 2:8

Galatians 5:19-23

1 Peter 2:17

Philippians 3:12-14

Philippians 4:5-9

 

 

Please support our program partners:

 

Shoals Coffee Co. | Website | Instagram | Facebook – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a crisis pregnancy center located in Florence, AL.

Ep. 106 | Guest: Steventhen Holland

Summary:

When a 16-year-old Georgia boy found a mentally challenged, 9-month-pregnant runaway living in a box behind a convenience store, he brought her home and asked his parents if “we could keep her.” They tried, but she ran away – again. The first time she ran away was to escape a scheduled abortion – to save the child she knew she wanted, but had no ability to care for. That child was Steventhen Holland.

In this episode of Plain-Spoken Grace, Chip and Steventhen unpack the story of this and other heros in Steventhen’s life – the foster family who adopts him after a fierce legal battle; they and the community that help raise him; finding his biological uncle who eventually reconnects him with his birth mother.

 

Show Notes:

Learn more about Broken Not Dead: https://www.brokennotdead.com

Follow Steventhen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steven.holland.9

Follow Steventhen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC16XQuX2Dt8xOsogjh9CAxQ

Watch when Steventhen meets his birth mother: https://youtu.be/Ar2iq6hjmNA

Follow Steventhen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/steventhenholland

Listen to Steventhen’s Music: https://songwhip.com/steventhen-holland

 

 

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Ep. 105 | Guest: John Baldwin

Summary:

John Baldwin, pastor of Berea Baptist Church in Rockville, VA, joins Chip in this episode of Plain-Spoken Grace. Pastor John grew up in Central, Virginia. He is a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College where he earned a Bachelors in History and Religion. He is also a graduate of Liberty University, where he earned a Masters of Religious Education, a Masters of Art in Religion, and a Masters of Divinity. He is currently pursuing a Masters of Religion in Church History, and a Doctorate of Ministry with an Emphasis on Church Planting and Evangelism.

John is married to his wonderful wife Juliet, and they have three sons: Tim, John, and Weston. He has a passion for sharing the Gospel of Christ with everyone he encounters, and embraces the opportunities that each day brings to share the love of Jesus.

Chip and Pastor John discuss a variety of topics centered around John’s background, his thoughts on dealing with church hurt, and the relevancy of studying the minor prophets in the light of current events.

Show Notes: Visit Berea Baptist Church’s Website: https://www.berea-baptist-church.org/​

Follow Pastor John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.baldwin.108

Watch John Baldwin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpiGafI0UFD6KZo6yZpvww

Please support our program partners:

Shoals Coffee Co. | https://shoalscoffeeco.com/​ – All proceeds from Shoals Coffee Co. go to fund Shoals Save-A-Life, a crisis pregnancy center located in Florence, AL.