Episode Summary

In today's episode, Rob explores one of Jesus' most powerful teachings on prayer: believing that God has already answered before you see the results. Too often we pray and instantly doubt, treating our prayers like hopeful wishes rather than declarations of faith. But Jesus shows us a different way. When you pray with belief—real belief—you align your heart with God's will and invite Him to move powerfully in your life.

Rob breaks down how to shift from hesitant, uncertain prayers to bold, confident faith that lives as if God's answer is already on the way.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why doubt often creeps in immediately after prayer

• What Jesus meant when He said, "Believe that you have received it"

• How faith acts before the evidence arrives

• A practical picture of faith using the "online order" analogy

• How to start praying with confidence, boldness, and expectation

Key Insight

Faith doesn't wait for proof—faith prepares for the promise. When you pray and believe God has already responded, you create space in your life for Him to deliver.

Today's Challenge

Ask yourself: What am I believing God for right now? Pray about it—and then:

• Speak with confidence

• Act in faith

• Thank God before you see the outcome

Live today as if God's answer is already in motion.

Scripture of the Day

Mark 11:24 — "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours."

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Live bold. Pray big. Be a 10X Christian.

💡 Episode Summary

In this episode of The Rob Skinner Podcast, Don and Mie Lee share their inspiring journey of faith, love, and service. They talk about their conversions, cross-cultural marriage, and experiences as missionaries in Hong Kong and Japan.

After retirement, Don and Mie felt called to return to mission work—this time in Eastern Europe, where they now serve in Bulgaria alongside younger disciples. Their reflections on aging, the desire to stay useful in God's kingdom, and the joy of serving others offer timeless wisdom for Christians seeking to make their lives count.

"We want to be useful again." — Don and Mie Lee

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Don was baptized in 1976 and has been a Christian for nearly 50 years.

• Mie became a disciple while working as a Japanese diplomat in Jamaica.

• The couple met through mutual friends who "arranged" their meeting.

• Don's time in the Boston church during its explosive growth deeply shaped his faith.

• The Hong Kong mission team grew from 17 members to over 2,000 in just ten years.

• Mie faced early cultural and spiritual challenges while serving in Japan.

• After retirement, they felt a renewed call to serve in Eastern Europe.

• Their work in Bulgaria focuses on mentoring younger disciples and strengthening local churches.

• They emphasize that no matter your age or stage of life, you can still be useful in God's kingdom.

🕰️ Chapters

00:00 — Introduction to Don and Mie Lee 03:02 — Don's Journey to Faith 04:24 — Mie's Conversion in Jamaica 07:21 — Meeting and Marriage: A Cross-Cultural Love Story 11:37 — Mission to Hong Kong: Growth and Challenges 19:07 — Serving in Japan: Cultural Insights 28:45 — Life After Marriage: Seattle and Beyond 31:37 — Answering the Call to Return to Mission Work 35:28 — Why Eastern Europe? 38:25 — Life and Ministry in Bulgaria 47:30 — Encouragement for Future Missionaries 55:27 — Finishing Strong and Making Life Count

🗣️ Sound Bites

• "I want to make my life count."

• "We can be useful again."

• "It's never too late to make a difference."

🧭 Keywords

missionaries, faith journey, cross-cultural marriage, church growth, retirement, Eastern Europe, Bulgaria, discipleship, service, personal growth, spiritual purpose

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Episode Summary

In this episode, Rob explores why the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone. Drawing from 2 Timothy 2:2, he unpacks the biblical blueprint for spiritual multiplication—Paul → Timothy → Reliable People → Others. Rob explains how real impact comes not from doing everything yourself, but from raising up others to carry the message forward.

Rob also shares insights from leadership expert Carl George, reminding listeners that effective leaders accomplish work through people—not by doing everything themselves. Whether you're a ministry leader, a small group leader, or simply a believer wanting to grow, this episode will help you break the "solo Christian" mindset and embrace the 10X approach of multiplying disciples.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why following Jesus alone limits your impact

• How 2 Timothy 2:2 gives a four-generation model for disciple-making

• The difference between doing ministry and developing ministers

• Why multiplication—not solo effort—is the heart of the 10X life

• Practical steps for passing on your faith to others

• How investing in people creates long-term, generational influence

Key Quote

"The task is too great for one person. It is more important for the leader of a growing church to produce other leaders than to perform personal ministry." —Carl George

Application / Challenge

Ask yourself:

• Who am I training right now?

• Who is learning from my walk with God?

• Who can I intentionally invest in this week?

The 10X Christian doesn't try to carry everything alone—they multiply their impact by raising others up.

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Episode Summary

In this episode, Rob unpacks one of the most powerful principles in the Christian life: two simple loves that can change everything—loving God and loving the person right in front of you. Drawing from 1 John 4:19–21 and a profound quote from missionary Eloy Cruz, Rob shows how these two loves form the core of a vibrant, authentic, and effective Christian walk.

Discover how loving God shapes your character, how loving others reveals your devotion, and how everyday interactions become moments for God to work through you. This short, practical message will deepen your faith and sharpen your spiritual focus for the day ahead.

Scripture

1 John 4:19–21 "We love because He first loved us. Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar… Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister."

What You'll Learn

• The simple wisdom of Eloy Cruz's two loves

• Why loving God and loving the person in front of you cannot be separated

• How real love shows up in ordinary interactions—baristas, coworkers, family

• How God's love for you fuels your ability to love others

• Why every moment is an opportunity to reflect Jesus' heart

• How 10X Christians multiply love one person at a time

Key Insights

• You can't love people "in general" without loving the actual person in front of you.

• Loving God expands your capacity; loving others proves your devotion.

• God doesn't require a stage, microphone, or platform—just a heart open to love.

• Slowing down, noticing people, and valuing them transforms your day and theirs.

Application / Challenge

Who is God putting in front of you today? Slow down. See them. Encourage them. You don't have to fix their life—just help them feel seen, valued, and loved. That's how 10X Christians change the world: one person, one moment at a time.

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Live the Warrior's Life

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5 (NLT)

Episode Summary

In this episode of The Rob Skinner Podcast / The 10X Christian Podcast, Rob explores what it means to move from studying the Christian life to living it with courage, conviction, and spiritual toughness. Inspired by the ancient warrior Telamon of Arcadia—who said, "It is one thing to study war and another to live the warrior's life"—Rob challenges listeners to stop approaching faith as theory and start embodying it as a daily battle fought with clarity, purpose, and courage.

Drawing from 2 Timothy 4:5, Rob highlights Paul's charge to Timothy:

• Keep a clear mind

• Don't fear suffering

• Share the Good News

• Fully carry out the ministry God has assigned

This episode calls believers to embrace the "warrior life" of discipleship—stepping into hard things, facing fear head-on, and living boldly for Christ.

Key Points

• Studying faith is good—but living it is where transformation happens.

• Paul wrote 2 Timothy from prison, urging believers not just to talk about courage but to show it.

• Real discipleship is proven under pressure: in rejection, misunderstanding, spiritual battles, and perseverance.

• A 10X Christian chooses conviction over comfort and mission over fear.

• Living the warrior's life means stepping into ministry, sharing your faith, forgiving people, and acting even when afraid.

Challenge of the Day

Ask yourself: Am I studying faith, or living it? Take one bold step today:

• Share Jesus with someone

• Forgive someone

• Step into a ministry opportunity

• Do the hard thing God has placed in front of you

A 10X Christian doesn't run from the fight—they stand firm, believing God has already won the battle.

Scripture of the Episode

2 Timothy 4:5 (NLT): "But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don't be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you."

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Summary

In this episode of The Rob Skinner Podcast, Jesse and Alexandra Ghoman share their inspiring journey of faith, love, and ministry. From their beginnings in faith to their marriage and transition to leading the Charleston Church, the Ghomans open up about the joys and challenges of ministry life. They discuss personal losses, leadership lessons, and the power of relationships in growing a vibrant church community.

Their story is one of humility, perseverance, and faith — a powerful reminder that great ministry is built on love, teamwork, and trust in God's plan.

Key Takeaways

• Jesse and Alexandra's unique journeys of faith and calling.

• The importance of deep relationships and authentic community in ministry.

• How to navigate challenges and losses in leadership.

• Proven strategies for church growth and community engagement.

• The role of humility and collaboration between evangelists and elders.

• Building a strong culture of leadership development.

• The power of faith to overcome obstacles.

• Creating an inviting and inspiring environment for families.

• The lasting impact of personal relationships on church health and growth.

• Dreaming big for the future — multiplication, vision, and legacy.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction and Background 01:48 – Faith Journeys: Becoming Christians 06:21 – Meeting and Marrying: Jesse and Alexandra's Love Story 11:54 – Ministry Beginnings: From Boston to Charleston 15:38 – Transitioning to Charleston: Reasons for the Move 19:22 – Growing the Church: Strategies and Challenges 28:29 – Navigating Loss: Personal and Ministry Challenges 31:32 – Recognizing Unique Gifts in Leadership 34:35 – The Importance of Experience and Expertise 37:27 – Strategies for Raising Up Leaders 47:07 – Building Healthy Relationships with Elders 52:58 – The Value of Humility and Time in Leadership 56:13 – Intentional Friendships and Community Building 56:54 – Vision for the Future: Multiplication and Growth 01:02:10 – Making Life Count: Priorities and Legacy

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Michael and Angela DeAquino have a unique passion and ministry: Coaching parents on how to raise their kids before their first child is born. Hoping to avoid many of the pitfalls of parenting this couple with five kids believe that the earlier parents get help raising their kids, the better. They recently wrote a book on the subject and are helping ministries prepare married couples to raise spiritual kids.

More about Michael and Angela:

Michael was born to Brazilian parents who immigrated to the U.S. and eventually settled in Chicago. His dad was trying to make ends meet and got involved in Amway for a time. One day, while knocking on doors in their apartment building, he met a group of disciples who were having a Bible talk. They invited him in, and not long after, both of Michael's parents became Christians in the Chicago church. Michael was six years old at the time.

He grew up in the Chicago church and was part of an awesome youth ministry. At 14, he decided to become a disciple himself. After graduating high school in 2003, he joined the campus ministry in Champaign, IL. During his sophomore year, he visited a friend who attended Harding University and loved the atmosphere there. He transferred to Harding his junior year to pursue a Bible degree with a focus on Youth and Family Ministry. During his senior year, his former teen ministry leader from Chicago called and asked if he'd consider leading the campus ministry in Cincinnati. After graduating in 2007, Michael moved to Cincinnati to take on that role. Angela didn't grow up in the ICOC. She was first invited to church in fourth grade by her best friend Kelly, who invited her on the bus. Angela came on and off but eventually became a Christian her senior year of high school in 2006. She was part of the graduating class that moved from the teen ministry into the Cincinnati campus ministry in 2007, which is when Michael began leading it. We started dating in 2008 and got married in 2011. We had our first child in 2013 and today have five kids (one boy and four girls). In 2017, we were invited to interview for the Youth and Family Ministry position in Denver, Colorado. We moved there in 2018 and led the ministry for four years. In 2022, we transitioned

out of full-time ministry. Angela now stays home and homeschools our kids, and Michael works full-time as a realtor here in Denver. The Parenthood Primer and The Parenthood Project Ministry After 11 years doing campus ministry, we noticed that many campus students who had been raised in our churches were struggling spiritually. The reason we decided to move to Denver to serve in Youth and Family Ministry was because we thought that if we could reach them earlier, in high school or middle school, we could help them be better prepared. But eventually, we realized the real need was to reach parents earlier. That insight led us to the idea of pre-parental counseling, helping couples prepare for parenting before they even have kids. We wrote a book called The Parenthood Primer: A Pre-Parental Counseling Workbook for Expecting Christian Couples. It is designed to help couples build a solid foundation for faith and family before their child arrives. We also started The Parenthood Project, a non-profit ministry that helps churches build young parent ministries. Many churches do a great job with teens, campus students, young professionals, and marrieds, but once people start having kids, they often lose that sense of community and support. Our goal is to help churches bridge that gap by equipping and encouraging young parents early on so their homes can be spiritually strong from the start. There are long-term benefits for churches and it's also a huge evangelistic opportunity. Our focus now is helping churches and parents build strong families before and during those early parenting years. We have a website where parents and churches can sign up for our online pre-parental counseling course, along with many other resources and opportunities. (We are currently involved in helping 13 churches.) Michael and Angela DeAquino

The Rob Skinner Podcast: Releasing Your Spiritual Emergency Brake

Keywords: spiritual growth, overcoming fear, faith, personal development, Christian life, release the emergency brake, live free, purpose, growth, no regrets

Episode Summary

In this inspiring episode, Rob Skinner unpacks the idea of spiritual growth through the vivid metaphor of an emergency brake. Just like a car can't move freely when the brake is engaged, many Christians struggle to move forward in faith because of hidden fears, doubts, or regrets.

Rob challenges listeners to identify what's holding them back and to release those spiritual brakes through prayer, surrender, and renewed trust in God. This episode will help you live free, pursue your purpose, and experience the kind of faith that moves without hesitation or regret.

Key Takeaways

• If you've ever felt held back spiritually, it's time to release the emergency brake in your life.

• A locked brake keeps even the most powerful engine from moving forward.

• When your spiritual brake is on, you can press the gas but make little progress.

• God calls you to throw off everything that hinders and run your race freely.

• Stop replaying the past — name it, pray about it, and let it go.

• A car wasn't designed to run with the brake on — and neither were you.

• God created you to move forward, unhindered, fully alive, and free in His purpose.

Memorable Quotes

"Whatever it is, name it. Pray about it." "The road ahead is wide open." "He created you to run free."

Episode Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to Spiritual Growth 00:42 – The Emergency Brake Analogy 02:35 – Identifying What Holds You Back 04:25 – Moving Forward in Faith

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The Rob Skinner Podcast: The Unmatched Work Ethic of Michael Jordan

Keywords: Michael Jordan, work ethic, basketball, practice, excellence, team spirit, devotion, faith

Episode Summary

In this episode, Rob explores the legendary work ethic of Michael Jordan — a man whose devotion to practice and team success defined his greatness. Discover how Jordan's relentless drive, even in the face of injury, reveals powerful lessons about discipline, excellence, and spiritual growth. Rob connects Jordan's example on the court to how we can live lives of faith, focus, and devotion off the court.

Key Takeaways

• Michael Jordan's practice habits were legendary.

• He prioritized practice over games and improvement over recognition.

• Jordan's devotion to his team was unmatched — even practicing when injured.

• Excellence in basketball, as in life, stems from daily dedication.

• Team success, not personal glory, was always his focus.

• His work ethic inspired everyone around him.

• Greatness is forged in practice, not performance.

• The same principles of devotion apply to our faith and walk with God.

Memorable Quotes

"MJ would practice like it was his last day." "Practice is more important than the games." "I'll practice when I'm hurt."

Episode Chapters

00:00 – Rediscovering Devotion to Spiritual Practice 00:37 – Devotion: The Key to Spiritual Growth

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🎙️ Episode Title: The First 10X Christian

In this episode, Rob Skinner shares the inspiring story of the first 10X Christian—a believer whose faith, courage, and obedience produced extraordinary spiritual impact. Rob explores what made this person's life so fruitful and how you can apply the same principles to multiply your influence for Christ.

You'll learn:

• The key traits that define a 10X Christian

• How to move from ordinary to extraordinary in your walk with God

• Practical steps to grow in effectiveness and fruitfulness

Whether you're a new believer or a seasoned disciple, this episode will encourage you to live boldly and make your life count for God's Kingdom.

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