In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno explores the theme of hidden obedience in the Christian faith. He discusses the importance of maintaining integrity and faithfulness when no one is watching, emphasizing that true obedience is directed towards God rather than seeking validation from others. Through biblical examples such as Joseph, David, and Daniel, Riley illustrates how private obedience shapes character and leads to public reward. He also provides practical steps for cultivating hidden obedience in daily life, encouraging listeners to reflect on their personal integrity and commitment to God.

Takeaways

• Who we are in private reflects our true character.
• Obedience should be directed towards God, not people.
• Hidden obedience shapes our character and integrity.
• Biblical figures exemplify the importance of private faithfulness.
• Developing unseen habits is crucial for spiritual growth.
• Spiritual discipline should be free from the need for validation.
• Setting personal convictions helps resist temptation.
• Accountability questions can foster hidden obedience.
• God rewards faithfulness done in secret.
• True character is proven in unseen moments.

In this conversation, Riley Reno discusses the concept of biblical grace in the context of modern cancel culture, emphasizing the importance of understanding the full story before passing judgment. He highlights the dangers of online mob mentality and encourages listeners to reflect on their actions and the potential harm of promoting shame.

Takeaways

• Biblical grace involves refraining from joining the online mob.
• Cancel culture often leads to dogpiling on individuals.
• Proverbs 18:13 warns against judging before hearing the full story.
• Lack of context can lead to misjudgment of individuals.
• It's essential to consider all facts before sharing opinions online.
• Promoting shame can have harmful consequences.
• Empathy is crucial in understanding others' situations.
• Social media can amplify misunderstandings and judgments.
• Reflecting on our motivations is important before engaging online.
• Understanding the full context can change our perception of others.

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In this episode, Riley Reno discusses the concept of closed doors in life, exploring how they can serve as a form of redirection rather than rejection. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind closed doors, including protection, redirection, and preparation. Through biblical examples and practical advice, listeners are encouraged to discern God's will and respond faithfully to closed doors, trusting in His timing and plan for their lives.

Takeaways

• Closed doors can feel like rejection but are often redirection.
• God closes doors for our protection from unseen dangers.
• Sometimes closed doors are for our preparation and growth.
• We should align our desires with scripture when facing closed doors.
• Peace in our hearts can indicate God's direction.
• Godly mentors can help confirm God's will in our lives.
• Not every opportunity is meant for us, even if it seems good.
• Closed doors can lead to better opportunities if we trust God.
• We should not force our way through closed doors.
• Trusting God's timing is essential for our spiritual journey.

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In this episode, Riley Reno explores the theme of how Christians can discern whether God is speaking to them or if it is merely their own thoughts. He discusses the various ways God communicates, including through scripture, the Holy Spirit, and circumstances. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's voice, the barriers that can hinder this process, and the necessity of obedience in responding to God's guidance.

Takeaways

• God still speaks to Christians today.
• We must be in God's Word to hear Him.
• God's voice is often a still small voice.
• The Holy Spirit convicts and guides us.
• Circumstances can be a way God speaks.
• We need to filter God's voice through scripture.
• Unconfessed sin can hinder our ability to hear God.
• Busyness creates noise that drowns out God's voice.
• Obedience is crucial in responding to God's guidance.
• Surrounding ourselves with spiritual counsel helps us recognize God's voice.

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In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno discusses the importance of anchoring oneself in God's truth amidst a rapidly changing culture. He explores the concept of spiritual drift, identifying factors that can lead individuals away from their faith, such as comfort, approval, fear, and distraction. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of grounding oneself in the Word of God, speaking truth in love, and standing firm in faith. Riley encourages listeners to reflect on their anchors and to prioritize their relationship with God to navigate cultural shifts effectively.

Takeaways

• Fashion trends have changed drastically over the last 100 years.
• Truth is often redefined by culture, making it essential to anchor ourselves in something unchanging.
• Spiritual drift can occur subtly over time, leading us away from our intended path.
• Comfort, approval, fear, and distraction are currents that can pull us off course.
• We must measure everything against scripture to ensure we are anchored in truth.
• God's Word is the only firm anchor we can rely on.
• Speaking truth in love is crucial for effective communication of faith.
• We should engage in Christian community to strengthen our understanding of truth.
• Limiting cultural noise helps maintain focus on God's truth.
• Being anchored in God's Word requires consistent effort and humility.

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In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno explores the concept of the mind as a battlefield, discussing various mental strongholds such as worry, comparison, guilt, shame, and fear. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing these strongholds and replacing the lies we believe with truths from scripture. Practical steps for renewing the mind are provided, including daily scripture reading, memorization, worship, journaling, and surrounding oneself with godly influences. The episode concludes with a call to find peace through God's truth, encouraging listeners to combat chaos and confusion with faith.

Takeaways

• The biggest spiritual battle is often within ourselves.
• Mental strongholds can include worry, comparison, guilt, and fear.
• Worry leads to making decisions based on fear.
• Comparison can lead to unhealthy lifestyles and choices.
• Guilt and shame can replay past failures in our minds.
• Replacing lies with truths from scripture is essential.
• God's grace is sufficient for our shortcomings.
• With God, all situations can change for the better.
• We must identify and combat the lies we believe.
• Surrounding ourselves with godly influences can help us renew our minds.

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In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno discusses the challenge of loving difficult people. He emphasizes the importance of understanding biblical love, which is not merely approval but a reflection of God's character. The conversation explores how maturity in Christ is revealed through our ability to love those who are hard to love, and offers practical strategies for dealing with various types of difficult individuals. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to respond with grace, set boundaries, and remember their role in loving others without trying to change them.

Takeaways

• Loving difficult people is a common challenge.
• Biblical love is a reflection of God's character.
• Maturity in Christ is revealed through our love for others.
• Bitterness harms us more than the difficult person.
• It's not our job to change others; that's the Holy Spirit's role.
• Praying for wisdom is essential when dealing with difficult people.
• Setting healthy boundaries is crucial for emotional health.
• Responding with gentleness can diffuse conflict.
• Identifying types of difficult people helps in understanding them.
• Choosing to love reflects Christ's love for us.

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In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno explores the theme of gratitude, emphasizing its importance in daily life and faith. He discusses how gratitude can shift our focus from problems to blessings, the impact it has on relationships, and the barriers that prevent us from being grateful. Practical steps to cultivate a grateful heart are also shared, encouraging listeners to develop a lifestyle of thankfulness.

Takeaways

• Gratitude is more than just saying thank you; it's an attitude.
• Focusing on blessings rather than problems leads to a happier life.
• Gratitude is essential even in difficult times.
• Expressing gratitude strengthens relationships with others.
• Comparison with others can hinder our ability to be grateful.
• Busyness can distract us from recognizing our blessings.
• Entitlement can prevent us from appreciating what we have.
• Daily gratitude practices can help cultivate a grateful heart.
• Publicly sharing gratitude can inspire others.
• Gratitude can strengthen our faith and perspective. 

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In this episode of the Sunday to Society podcast, host Riley Reno explores the universal experience of fear and its implications on decision-making and faith. He discusses how fear can paralyze individuals, rob them of peace, and hinder obedience to God. Through biblical examples and scripture, Riley emphasizes the importance of trusting God in times of fear and offers practical steps to overcome it, including prayer, meditation on scripture, and walking in obedience despite fear.

Takeaways

• Fear is a universal emotion that everyone experiences.
• Fear can paralyze decision-making and rob us of peace.
• God wants us to direct our fear towards Him.
• Scripture encourages us to fear not over 365 times.
• Healthy fear is reverence for God, while unhealthy fear is fear of man.
• We can overcome fear by remembering God's presence.
• Prayer is essential in releasing our fears to God.
• Filling our minds with scripture helps combat fear.
• Courage is not the absence of fear, but acting despite it.
• Trusting God leads to peace and victory over fear.

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In this episode, Riley Reno explores the profound question of why a good God allows suffering and bad things to happen. He delves into the reality of suffering, the consequences of sin, and the greater purpose that God may have in allowing these experiences. Through biblical examples and personal insights, he emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and the potential for suffering to strengthen character and faith. Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to seek comfort in God and to choose trust over bitterness in the face of life's challenges.

Takeaways

• If God is good, then why does He allow bad things?
• Suffering is a universal experience that everyone faces.
• Struggling with suffering is not a sign of weakness.
• Sin entered the world and brought suffering with it.
• God has a greater purpose in allowing suffering.
• His thoughts and ways are higher than ours.
• Suffering can strengthen our character and faith.
• God is not distant; He understands our suffering.
• We should bear one another's burdens in community.
• Choosing to trust God is essential, even when answers are unclear.

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