What does the Bible mean when it says, “Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith” (2 Corinthians 13:5 KJV)?

In this Bible study, Brother Carlton walks through the meaning of self-examination according to Scripture. Many assume they are right with God, but the Bible commands believers to test themselves — to examine their faith, their relationship with Jesus Christ, and their eternal standing.

This message explores:

• The biblical meaning of “examine yourself”

• Paul’s warning in 2 Corinthians 13:5

• The transformation of Saul in Acts 9

• How to know if your faith is genuine

• What the Bible says about judgment and eternity

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This study will help you understand what Scripture teaches.

The Bible says in Hebrews 9:27 that it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. Before eternity arrives, examine your heart. Test your faith. Seek the Lord while He may be found.

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Have you ever felt like you’re doing well spiritually… but deep down you know there’s more?

You might be backslidden.

You might be awakening.

But God is calling you forward.

In this powerful episode, Brother Carlton explores what he calls sanctified dissatisfaction — that holy inner stirring that says, “I haven’t arrived, but I refuse to stay where I am.”

Through Philippians 3, Psalm 42, and powerful warnings from Revelation, we discover why even the Apostle Paul refused to coast spiritually. If Paul kept pressing forward, what does that mean for us?

Brother Carlton also shares a deeply personal turning point from his Hollywood years — when outward success couldn’t quiet an inner spiritual hunger. That holy dissatisfaction became the spark that reignited his walk with Christ.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why spiritual hunger is a gift, not a weakness

• The danger of false confidence and lukewarm faith

• How to recognize when God is stirring you for “more.”

• Why pressing forward is proof of spiritual life

If you’ve been feeling restless in your faith, this episode may be the confirmation you’ve been praying for.

Don’t settle.

Don’t coast.

Keep pressing toward the mark.

Subscribe, share with someone who’s spiritually hungry, and join a community that refuses to drift.

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What if the direction of your life isn’t shaped by one big decision—but by the small habits you practice every day?

In this episode, Habits That Help Teens Boost Grades, Build Friendships, and Earn More, Brother Carlton shares ten simple, proven habits drawn from real life—not theory. From growing up without a father, being raised by his great-grandmother, time spent in foster care and juvenile hall, to building confidence, discipline, and purpose through small daily choices, this message speaks directly to teens who feel overlooked, distracted, or uncertain about their future.

You’ll learn:

*why quiet focus in the morning sharpens grades and decision-making

*how respect and discipline quietly open doors with teachers, coaches, and employers

*why the friends you choose shape who you become

*how reading, journaling, and delayed gratification build confidence and clarity

*why earning money early builds mindset—not just income

and how faith provides stability when life feels uncertain

This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress.

Small habits. Daily faithfulness. Lifelong results.

If you’re a teen who wants a better future—or a parent or mentor guiding one—this message will challenge, encourage, and equip you to start where you are.

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What if real success isn’t about self-promotion—but about service, humility, and obedience to God?

In this episode of The Brother Carlton Show, I read and reflect on an essay exploring why every person needs a philosophy of life grounded in faith, service, and biblical truth. We examine the idea that lasting success comes not from autonomy or humanistic thinking, but from recognizing God as the source, sustainer, and ultimate authority over all things.

Drawing from Scripture, personal reflection, and timeless wisdom, this message challenges the belief that we can live independently from our Creator. It calls listeners to reconsider success, relationships, purpose, and eternity through the lens of Christ—His life, His sacrifice, and His resurrection.

This episode is for those who are tired of shallow motivation and are searching for meaning that lasts beyond career, status, or personal gain. If you desire a life shaped by faith, service, and eternal perspective, this message is for you.

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Are you truly happy with who you are—and who you’ve become?

In this episode, we ask a deeply personal and eternal question by looking at life through a biblical lens: the seed, the soil, and the sower. Just like a farmer’s harvest depends on what is planted, where it’s planted, and who is doing the planting, your spiritual life today is the result of past choices, habits, and ways of thinking.

Drawing from Scripture and the parable of the sower, this message challenges you to examine your heart honestly. Is the Word of God bearing fruit in your life, or has it been choked out by the cares of the world, distractions, or unrepentant sin? Are you truly in Christ—or merely deceiving yourself?

The good news is this: change is possible. Today is the day of salvation. True faith, repentance, and transformation are gifts from God—and He delights to give them to those who seek Him.

This episode is a call to self-examination, repentance, and renewed hope rooted in Christ alone.

Call to Action

If this message challenged or encouraged you, take a moment to reflect, pray, and respond. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a thoughtful review, and share this episode with someone who needs clarity, truth, and hope. Most importantly, don’t delay—seek the Lord while He may be found.

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Life moves in seasons—some filled with joy and clarity, others marked by waiting, loss, and unanswered questions. In The Power of Perseverance, we explore what it truly means to keep walking by faith when the road is long and the outcome is uncertain. This message is for anyone who feels weary, discouraged, or tempted to give up. Through biblical truth, timeless wisdom, and lived experience, you’ll be reminded that God is faithful in every season—whether you’re climbing the mountain or walking through the valley. Perseverance is not about human strength alone; it’s about trusting God’s purposes when you cannot yet see the full picture. If you’re searching for renewed hope, steady faith, and the courage to endure, this message will meet you right where you are.

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Time is the one resource we can never earn back, yet it’s the one we give away most carelessly.

In this episode, we expose the silent thief of time—the distractions, habits, and subtle compromises that slowly drain our days, dull our purpose, and weaken our walk with God. This is not about hustle culture or busyness for its own sake. It’s about clarity, conviction, and stewardship.

You’ll discover:

• Why time is more valuable than money

• How distractions quietly shape our destiny

• The spiritual cost of procrastination and drifting

• Why intentional living is an act of faith

• Practical ways to reclaim focus in a noisy world

Scripture reminds us to redeem the time, because the days are evil. In an age of endless scrolling, constant noise, and spiritual drift, this message is a wake-up call to live deliberately, think clearly, and walk wisely.

If you’ve ever felt like the days are slipping by faster than you can grasp them—this message is for you.

Subscribe, share, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future episodes designed to strengthen faith, sharpen thinking, and bring clarity in confusing times.

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In a world marked by confusion, conflict, and collapsing trust in leadership, the need for wise and truly successful leaders has never been greater. In this episode of The Brother Carlton Show, we step back from the noise of headlines and ask a deeper question: What actually makes a leader wise—and successful—in turbulent times?

Drawing from timeless biblical principles, real-world experience, and hard-earned wisdom, Seven Characteristics of Wise and Successful Leaders challenges listeners—especially high school students, college students, and young adults—to think critically about leadership, character, and responsibility. Whether you aspire to lead others or simply want to lead your own life more wisely, this episode will give you clarity, direction, and practical insight that cuts through the chaos of our modern world.

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What begins with a few glossy photographs on a friend’s kitchen table becomes a thirteen-week descent into heat, hunger, discipline, fear—and unexpected transformation.

In this deeply personal and unflinching account, I take you inside Marine Corps boot camp in the mid-1970s, where individuality is stripped away in seconds, faith is tested under pressure, and endurance is forged through sand pits, forced marches, gas chambers, rifle ranges, and relentless drill instructors who seem determined to break you. From the shock of arrival at MCRD San Diego to the quiet refuge of Sunday chapel… from dehydration and humiliation to ten bullseyes at 500 meters… from letters hurled across the squad bay to crawling beneath barbed wire as explosions light the night sky—this is not a romanticized war story.

It’s a coming-of-age story about discipline, fear, peer pressure, faith under fire, and discovering strength you didn’t know you had.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever been tested, doubted, mocked, exhausted, or pushed beyond their perceived limits—and came out changed. Whether you’re drawn to military history, personal resilience, spiritual endurance, or raw, lived experience, this story reminds us that sometimes we are broken down not to destroy us, but to build us into something stronger than we imagined possible.

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In this video, we're diving into a transformative journey from frustration to fascination.

We'll explore how biblical figures like Moses, Joseph, and Paul turned their challenges into opportunities for growth.

You'll learn practical spiritual keys—like renewing your mind and waiting on the Lord—that can help you transform life's obstacles into moments of discovery. By the end, you'll see how every frustration might just be a doorway to a deeper revelation.

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