Link to the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/21/the-belt-of-truth-armor-of-god-series-part-2/

In this episode, we’re diving into the Belt of Truth, the foundational piece of the Armor of God. Just like a soldier’s belt holds everything together, God’s truth secures and grounds us in our spiritual lives. We’ll talk about why truth is essential in standing firm against the enemy’s lies, how it aligns us with God, and practical ways to fasten the Belt of Truth daily.

Key Points Covered:

• What the Belt of Truth is and its purpose in spiritual armor.
• Why truth is vital in spiritual warfare: guarding against lies, grounding us in Scripture, and securing our identity in Christ.
• Practical ways to put on the Belt of Truth daily through Scripture, prayer, and living with integrity.

Key Scripture:
Ephesians 6:14 (ESV)
"Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness."

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Here's the blog post:https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/20/armor-of-god-101-the-armor-of-god-series-part-1/Here's the link to Fervent (aff. link) by Priscilla Shirer: https://amzn.to/4i9l2IW

In this episode, we kick off our new series on the Armor of God by exploring what it is, why it matters, and how it equips us to stand firm in spiritual battles. Paul’s description of the Armor of God in Ephesians 6:10-18 is more than a metaphor—it’s a daily call to action for every believer.

We’ll cover:

• What the Armor of God is and why we need it.
• An overview of each piece of armor: the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit.
• How prayer strengthens and empowers us to stand firm.

The Armor of God is God’s provision for victory in spiritual warfare, and this series will help you understand how to use it in your daily life.

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Link to the Blog Post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/16/walking-in-the-fruit-of-the-spirit-fruits-of-the-spirit-series-part-11/

In this episode, we wrap up our series on the Fruits of the Spirit by exploring what it means to live a life transformed by the Spirit. We’ll talk about how these fruits—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—are evidence of God’s work within us and how they equip us to reflect His character to the world.

We’ll discuss:

• The importance of staying connected to Jesus, the source of all spiritual fruit.
• How each fruit reveals God’s nature and impacts those around us.
• Practical ways to walk in step with the Spirit daily.

This episode is a call to live intentionally, surrendering to the Spirit and allowing God’s love and grace to flow through our lives for His glory.

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Here's the link to the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/15/the-war-on-identity-and-its-not-what-you-think/

In this episode, we dive deep into a powerful message about discovering and standing firm in our identity in Christ, especially during tough times. Karleigh shares an excerpt from Fervent by Priscilla Shirer, which highlights the spiritual blessings we receive as believers and the enemy’s relentless attempts to attack our identity.

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Link to the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/13/what-advice-would-i-give-myself-when-i-was-younger-why-the-word-matters-and-more/

In this episode, Karleigh dives into the powerful truths of the Armor of God and how you can use each piece to stand firm in faith. From the Belt of Truth to the Sword of the Spirit, each piece is not just armor but a reminder of the spiritual resources available to us as believers. Whether you're facing challenges in business, relationships, or personal struggles, this episode will equip you with the biblical wisdom to overcome.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• An overview of the six pieces of the Armor of God.
• Practical tips for applying each piece in your daily life.
• The importance of prayer as an additional spiritual weapon.
• How to strengthen your spiritual defense in challenging times.

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Here's the link to the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/13/how-to-create-a-consistent-bible-study-why-you-dont-want-to-read-the-bible-and-more/In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey with building consistency in Bible study and why it’s so important. It’s easy to get caught up in excuses and distractions, but taking action and making the Word a priority is key to spiritual growth.

Episode Highlights:

• Building the desire to read the Bible starts by reading it—just do it!
• Don’t rely solely on others for spiritual growth; engage directly with God’s Word.
• Pick any Bible translation and dive in—John and Ephesians are great starting points.
• Spiritual resistance is real; the enemy doesn’t want you in the Word, but God is your strength.

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Here's the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/11/06/what-is-biblical-self-control-fruits-of-the-spirit-part-10/

In this episode, we’re wrapping up our series on the fruits of the Spirit by talking about self-control. Self-control is more than just resisting temptation; it’s letting God guide our responses, especially in challenging moments. We’ll explore how self-control helps us reflect Christ, why it matters, and how we can grow in it daily through the Holy Spirit’s power.

Topics Covered

• What biblical self-control really means
• Why self-control is essential for living a life that honors God
• How Jesus is the ultimate example of self-control
• Practical ways to grow in self-control

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Here's the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/10/30/what-does-it-mean-to-be-gentle/

In this episode, we explore gentleness as a fruit of the Spirit. Gentleness isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control. We’ll talk about how Jesus modeled gentleness through compassion and truth, and how we can reflect that same heart in our everyday interactions. You’ll also learn practical ways to grow in gentleness, both toward others and yourself.

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Check out the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/10/29/what-is-faithfulness-fruits-of-the-spirit-part-8/In this episode, we explore faithfulness as a fruit of the Spirit. Faithfulness goes beyond showing up—it’s about staying steady, trusting God’s promises, and reflecting His reliability in our everyday lives. We’ll talk about how God’s faithfulness anchors us through challenges and share practical ways to grow in faithfulness, both in our relationship with God and with others.

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Check out the blog post: https://meandjesus.life/2024/10/26/what-does-it-mean-to-be-good-fruits-of-the-spirit-part-7/

In this episode, we explore goodness as a fruit of the Spirit. Goodness isn’t just about doing nice things—it’s about living with integrity, showing up consistently, and reflecting God’s heart through our actions. We’ll talk about how God’s goodness toward us transforms our lives and share practical ways to cultivate goodness every day.

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