Deeper Christian Podcast

Ruth is one of my favorite Old Testament books in the Bible. Though small and unassuming, it not only parallels our own Christian journey from darkness and sin to light and salvation, but it also has incredible depth that helps our spiritual growth as believers.

While many think of the book of Ruth as merely a love story (between Ruth and Boaz), the book actually is an incredible foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the gospel, and His redemptive work on the cross.

In this episode, we briefly look at how the book of Ruth parallels the Christian life, foreshadows Jesus Christ, enriches and deepens our spiritual growth, and highlights Nathan's new Christ-centered study/commentary on the Book of Ruth.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 374

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Are you feeling stuck in your spiritual life? Is there a secret sin you just can’t seem to gain victory over? There is great hope.

In this episode, Nathan talks about two of the most powerful words in the New Testament and how “But God…” radically changes our lives, is the solution to a besetting sin, and is the key which unlocks freedom, life, victory, and greater spiritual growth in our lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 373

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Many Christians read the Bible slowly, one chapter or a few verses at a time—but there are tremendous benefits to reading Scripture through quickly.

In this video, Nathan Johnson explains three important reasons every believer should consider reading through the Bible in 60, 90, or 120 days. Reading the Bible at a faster pace can help you see the grand storyline of Scripture, understand how the whole Bible points to Jesus Christ, and develop a deeper hunger for God’s Word.

If you have ever struggled to stay consistent in your Bible reading or wanted to better understand the overall message of Scripture, this teaching will help to inspire you with a fresh approach to reading God's Word.

Watch this episode as a video on YouTubeCheck out the notes for this episodeDownload the Simple Guide to Bible Study

Video mentioned at the end:

The Life and Faith of George Müller: 5 Key Lessons for Christians Today

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 372

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Many Christians say Jesus is the center of their lives, but what if He's not actually at the center of the center?

In this episode, we examine what it truly means for Christ to be all and have first place in everything according to Colossians 1:18 and Colossians 3:4-11, and why so many believers unknowingly substitute legalism, religious duty, or fear for genuine Christ-centered living. Drawing from Oswald Chambers' challenge about what we're truly obsessed with, this episode will help you honestly evaluate whether Jesus is your life or merely a part of it—and what to do if you've been turning Him on and off without realizing it.

If you're serious about authentic Christian discipleship and want to move beyond surface-level faith to making Jesus truly preeminent, this teaching will challenge you to examine what's really at the core of your spiritual life.

Watch this episode as a video on YouTubeCheck out the study notes for this episode

Video mentioned at the end:

Four Ways to Know if Jesus is Your True Obsession and Passion

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 371

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What can the book of Jonah teach us about God’s mercy, our resistance to obedience, and the transforming power of repentance? In this episode, Nathan Johnson shares three key lessons and fresh insights drawn from his in-depth study of Jonah. Discover how this little (and funny) Old Testament book reveals the humor of God, the stunning depth of God’s mercy toward both rebels and the religious, and how it confronts us to live like Jesus.

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Bonuses

Listen to the series on hesed (God's lovingkindness)Watch the 8-part study in Jonah

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 370

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In this concise, Christ-centered overview of the Gospel of Mark, we trace the “beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God” (Mark 1:1) and see why Mark presents Jesus as the triumphant Suffering Servant—One who did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life “a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45).

You’ll get the big-picture purpose, audience, and driving themes of Mark’s fast-paced narrative (action, urgency, discipleship, the Kingdom of God, and the central question: Who is Jesus?), along with a simple outline that helps you read Mark with clarity and structure—especially as the Gospel presses us toward a decision about Jesus and a willingness to follow Him in the way of the cross (Mark 8:34–35).

If you'd like a longer (more detailed) overview, I preached an hour-length message on the Gospel of Mark and encourage you to check it out here.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 369

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You are blessed!

What a phenomenal promise in Scripture. But the blessing is probably not in what you are thinking.

In Ephesians 1:3–14, the Apostle Paul declares a staggering truth: every spiritual blessing we receive from God is found and fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

In this Christ-centered Bible teaching, we explore what it truly means to be “blessed” and how our blessing is not in something but in Someone (Jesus).

As we step into a new year filled with noise, busyness, and distraction, this passage calls believers back to the supreme focus of the Christian life: delighting in Christ, resting in what He has already accomplished, and living for the praise of His glorious grace.

If you want to grow spiritually, understand your identity in Christ, and anchor your life in the unshakable blessings of the gospel, this study from Ephesians will reorient your heart and mind around the preeminence, majesty, and glory of Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 368

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In this Bible teaching, we explore the often-overlooked story of Zechariah in Luke 1 and discover how his faithfulness, misunderstanding, and expectancy prepare the way for the Advent of Jesus Christ.

Far more than background characters in the Christmas story, Zechariah and Elizabeth stand at the threshold of redemptive history, where God breaks centuries of silence and announces the coming of the Messiah. This study walks through Luke 1, drawing out theological depth, historical context, and spiritual application—showing how Advent is not merely about waiting for Christmas morning, but ultimately about our anticipation of Jesus' second coming and learning to trust God’s promises when they feel delayed, improbable, or costly.

If you desire a deeper, Christ-centered understanding of Advent, the birth of Jesus, and how God prepares hearts for His redemptive work, this teaching will help anchor your faith in the faithfulness of God and the certainty of His Word.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 367

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Happy Thanksgiving!

But is your thanksgiving celebration a once-a-year feast or an everyday focus?

In this special (and short), thanksgiving episode, Nathan gives a quick overview of thanksgiving in Scripture, why it should mark our lives, and how it is connected to our celebration of Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 366

When most people think of Jonah, they picture a fish. Yet the fish appears in only three verses of this profound prophetic book. So if Jonah isn’t really about a fish, what’s it about?

In this special (short) episode, Nathan invites you to join him in a verse-by-verse study of the book of Jonah where we discover that Jonah is a book about the Living God who relentlessly pursues the lost, even when His own people would prefer He didn’t. And woven throughout this humorous yet convicting narrative, we’ll see stunning shadows of Jesus Christ and His Gospel.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 365

Names in the Bible are far more than labels—they reveal character, nature, reputation, and identity.

In this episode, Nathan Johnson explores why the names of God are vital for knowing Him personally and growing spiritually.

When you truly understand God's names, you gain greater clarity of His character, deeper intimacy in relationship with Him, increased awe and worship of Him, and you’ll find that knowing His names practically transforms how you live daily for His glory.

If you want to deepen your walk with Christ and experience the richness of Scripture in a fresh way, studying the names of God will revolutionize your spiritual life and ignite authentic worship from a heart that truly beholds His majesty.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 364

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George Müller (1805–1898) was a man who lived fully by faith and prayer, caring for over 10,000 orphans, giving away hundreds of thousands of Bibles, and inspiring generations to trust God’s promises.

In this episode, Nathan Johnson explores the incredible life and legacy of Müller—once a liar, thief, and drunkard who was transformed by Christ into a humble servant of God. From his radical dependence on prayer, to his refusal to ask for money, to the miraculous ways God provided for thousands of children in Bristol, Müller’s story continues to challenge believers to live a surrendered life of faith, prayer, and obedience to Jesus Christ. Join us as we unpack his biography, his lessons on faith, and the powerful truths from Scripture that shaped his life.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 363

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Most people think worship means singing songs—but the Bible reveals it’s far deeper. True worship is a lifestyle of beholding, intimacy, and sacrifice. In short, it must become the posture of your heart, the focus of your life, and the daily offering of yourself to God.

In this Christ-centered Bible teaching, Nathan Johnson explores what biblical worship really means, uncovering its rich depth in Scripture through the ideas of beholding, kissing, and sacrifice. Discover how worship is a lifestyle that transforms every area of your life, helping you glorify Jesus Christ in everything you do.

Whether you’re a new believer or a mature Christian longing to go deeper, this message will help you understand that worship goes beyond music and will inspire you to live fully for the preeminence, majesty, and glory of Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 362

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It is common for Christians to declare that they love God with everything … "all to Jesus I surrender" is the song upon our lips.

But do I truly love the Lord our God with EVERYTHING?

In this video, we dive into the "shema" of Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and examine the biblical command to love God with ALL our heart, soul, and strength.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 361

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esus is to be the obsession and focus of a Christian's life. Yet how do we discover what we are truly obsessed with?

In this episode, we discover:

Simply, if Jesus isn't our obsession, then we will be distracted with something—for God made us to be obsessed. The question really is … what am I obsessed with?

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 360

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Philippians 3:4–10 reveals the apostle Paul’s powerful testimony of surrender—counting all things as loss for the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus.

In this video, we dive into what it means to truly know Jesus, not just intellectually but intimately (ginōskō), and why following Him is worth giving up everything.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 359

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You may have heard about Jesus your whole life—but do you actually know Him? I’m not talking about religion, church attendance, or head knowledge. I mean a real, personal, authentic relationship with the living God. If you’ve ever wondered, “There has to be more than this in the Christian life,”—you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re going to uncover how to move from knowing about Jesus to truly knowing Him. I want to give you three words that often describe our relationship with Jesus and the third one genuinely has the potentially to radically change your life.

Let’s dive in.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 358

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When you think of the cross of Christ, do you think of a sad event or something exciting?

This is "holy week" and most Christians are celebrating the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Yet, when we celebrate Good Friday, it is typically somber and serious … but should it be?

In this episode, Nathan walks through Matthew 16 and shows that Jesus' disciples should have been expectant and ready for the resurrection when they saw Jesus on the cross. As such, when we behold the cross, it should be one of celebration and expectation.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 357

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Ian Thomas is one of my favorite preachers of old to listen to—his way of articulating the profound truths of Scripture in a simple way has been incredibly helpful to my understanding that Jesus wants to live His life in and through me.

In this stirring and powerful message, Ian Thomas shares that God wants to be God right now in you.

We as believers must remember that Christ is the secret to Christianity! It is not attempting to live the Christian life on our own in our own ability, strength, and wisdom for Him—but allowing Him to live His life in and through us.

Major Ian Thomas books I highly recommend you to read:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 356

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The Christian life should be marked by three C’s: content, character, and communication.

In this episode, Nathan discusses and explains the three C’s of the Christian life and why they are essential for the times in which we live.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 355

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It has often been joked that there are only two guarantees in life: death and taxes.

Yet, few of us want to ponder our end—it feels morbid, awkward, or only causes anxiety. Nevertheless, Scripture reminds us that life is short and as such we should "redeem" (buy up) the time. We should be intentional in how we live—for however long God gives us.

In this episode, we discuss what Scripture says about the shortness of life, why it is important to embrace and ponder our passing, and several practical ways to live boldly in light of our forthcoming death. Simply, to live with our end in mind will change how we live today.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 354

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God used the life and ministry of Stephen Manley profoundly in my life.

My summer traveling with Stephen was a dramatic turning point in my life and the two decades of ministering alongside him has been a rich blessing and joy.

After a battle with brain cancer, Stephen Manley died this week on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

In this small tribute to his life and death, I reflect on Stephen's life and his desire to be known as a "Jesus Pusher."

Mentioned in the episode:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 353

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As Christians we are to people of prayer.

In his little gem of a book The Hidden Life of Prayer, David M'Intyre talks about what the prayer life of a believer looks like and gives practical helps and tools to deepen in our intimacy and communion with God.

In this episode, Nathan gives seven takeaways that he gained from the book and gives an important warning at the end about reading books on prayer.

> See Nathan's seven takeaways and a list of all his favorite quotes from the book

Get your copy of The Hidden Life of Prayer (David M. M’Intyre)

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 352

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Ephesians is one of my favorite books in Scripture … and I've been preaching through it for years.

In this episode, we step back and gain a broad 10,000 foot view of Paul's epistle to the Ephesians, the reason he wrote it, the context surrounding it, and important things to take notice of.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 351

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Every christian needs to be in a lifelong process of discipleship.

But it is also important to have seasons where we remove distractions and intentionally pursue the Lord Jesus Christ.

In this episode, I invite you to join me in a season of discipleship—whether online or in person.

Discipleship options mentioned in the episode:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 350

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Over the past several episodes, we've talked about ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

If you want to grow spiritually and mature in your faith, then you need to start taking sin seriously.

In the final episode of this mini-series, Nathan talks about how putting away sin allows you to grow in your faith and deepen your spiritual life. He also gives several helpful ideas on how to take sin seriously and to turn from it and embrace God’s desire for your life—a life marked by godliness, righteousness, holiness, purity, and truth.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 349

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Over the past several episodes, we've talked about ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

One great way to meditate upon the Word "day and night" (Psalm 1) is to memorize Scripture. When you hide God's Word in your heart it not only keeps your mind saturated within truth but it keeps your focus on Christ and it helps you live victorious over sin (see Psalm 119:9, 11).

In this episode, we discuss how memorizing the Bible is a tremendous way that will help you grow spiritually … and Nathan gives several suggestions on how to get started.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 348

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

When we know God’s unchanging faithfulness, it enables us to live with greater trust, hope, and confidence in our God and His Word. In order for us to walk by faith (the action of belief), we must stand sure on the character and nature of God.

In this episode, we discuss how knowing God’s faithfulness strengthens and deepens our faith, and in turn, grows our spiritual lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 347

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

If you’ve spent any amount of time in church you’ve likely been told how important it is for believers to be reading and studying God’s Word … our problem is most of us don’t know how or where to start.

In this episode, we talk about how reading and studying the Bible will grow and deepen your spiritual life … with a couple simple ideas to get started.

If you want to go even deeper into this topic:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 346

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

The word "evangelism" often causes fear and trembling in many Christians … yet, evangelism (sharing the good news—the Gospel—of Jesus) can be a simple and powerful outlet to declare the hope of Christ that we have.

In this episode, we explore two stories from Scripture that remind us that we don't have to be talented or qualified to evangelize, rather, we need to be willing and surrendered.

Is it possible that you can be so full of truth that you can't help yourself from sharing the beauty, majesty, and power of Jesus and the Gospel? Yes!

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 345

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

The modern church is passive, weak, and impure; yet, how much of that is a result of our lack of expectancy at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ?

If you want to grow spiritually, you need to have "eternity stamped on your eyeballs" and live in light of the Lord's return.

In this episode, we explore nine ways Scripture says we are to prepare for the second coming of Jesus Christ … and as such, what that means for how we live day-to-day.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 344

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

Most Christians know that prayer is important and that they should pray more … but how?

One of the best ways to grow in our spiritual lives as believers is to spend intentional time with God in prayer.

In this episode, Nathan gives practical helps on what it means to cultivate a habit of prayer so that we deepen in our intimacy and communion with God.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 343

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

While Thanksgiving is a tremendous holiday in America, it is supposed to be the everyday lifestyle of the believer.

In this episode, we explore the concept of thanksgiving biblically and discuss how we can abound in thanksgiving at all times and why the action of thanksgiving is so important to our spiritual growth.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 342

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

If we desire to grow spiritually, we must learn to walk in obedience to God and His Word.

It has been said that God will not lead us further than the last thing He has asked us to obey.

In this episode, we explore the concept of obedience, how even Jesus was obedient to the Father, and how God enables us to obey Him and His Word.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 341

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Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.

In this first study of the series, we examine worship.

Many of us immediately think of "singing" when we hear the word "worship." But worship is far more than hymns and praises—worship is a lifestyle that is based on beholding our God.

Throughout the episode, we examine how beholding and the idea of kissing create a foundation for our understanding of worship, and then talk about three aspects of worship if we want to grow spiritually: the lifestyle, the sacrifice, and the totality of worship.

Join Nathan in this exciting study as we explore how true worship can radically change our lives and press us all the deeper into Christ Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 340

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The little book of Ruth is one of my favorite books in the Old Testament. Though small, it packs a punch as it shares not only a beautiful romance, but more importantly, points to the ultimate romance of Christ and the Church.

Over the next eight weeks, I am teaching through Ruth—giving insights into its historical and cultural context … but also showing how it applies to our lives and points us to Jesus Christ and the Cross. I invite you to join me by listening to the Daily Thunder Podcast where the teachings will be released (or watch the videos here).

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 339

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As a way to show tribute to Stephen Manley, a good friend and mentor of mine, I am playing a few of my all-time favorite sermons of his that have deeply impacted my life.

In this message, Stephen preaches from Acts 1:8 and discusses Jesus' answer to the disciple's unasked question. We have often called this "the blue sermon"—what does it mean for you to be "blue all over."

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 338

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As a way to show tribute to Stephen Manley, a good friend and mentor of mine, I am playing a few of my all-time favorite sermons of his that have deeply impacted my life.

In this sermon from John 6, Stephen discusses the concept of obsession and what it means to be obsessed with Jesus. This is the heart of Christianity and what we all should be pressing toward in our own walks with Jesus Christ.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 337

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Stephen Manley is a dear friend, mentor, and someone who has had a profound impact on my life and spiritual growth.

I first met Stephen as a teenager when he came and preached at my church, later traveling with him as an intern for a summer, and then worked alongside him in ministry.

Stephen has recently been diagnosed with a severe brain cancer, and as I’ve reflected on his impact on my life over the past twenty years since I interned with him, I wanted to talk about three key things Stephen has taught me that has radically changed my life.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 336

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Throughout this series as we've examined the Hebrew concept of "hesed" (often translated as mercy, lovingkindness, or steadfast love), an unasked question confronts us personally: are we going to live a life of hesed?

If God defines a central aspect of His character and nature with hesed, and now He lives inside of us through His Spirit, shouldn't our lives showcase His hesed to our world?

In this episode, we talk about the reciprocity of hesed, the story of the Good Samaritan, and what it means for us to "live a life of lovingkindness."

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 335

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The Hebrew concept of “hesed” is found all throughout the life and ministry of Jesus. He told it in His parables and He lived it in all He did.

In this study, we examine the story of the “prodigal son” and discover that it really is a story of the “prodigal father”—it is a beautiful picture of the mercy and lovingkindness of God.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 334

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Jesus is Yahweh in the flesh. And because Yahweh God describes Himself as "abounding in hesed (lovingkindness)" this means Jesus is hesed in the flesh! What an amazing reality!

In this episode, Nathan talks about how the Hebrew concept of "hesed" is seen in the New Testament (often translated as "mercy") and examines one specific story in the life of Jesus where He (the God of hesed) goes to the "House of Hesed" to give hesed to a man desperately needing it.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 333

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Is God's mercy, forgiveness, and lovingkindness only for a select few "special" people … or is it available to everyone?

The book of Jonah gives us incredible insight into the heart of God for wicked people. God sends a messenger (Jonah) to the most wicked nation in human history with a message of repentance and judgment. And the moment the city of Nineveh repented, God showed mercy.

In this episode, Nathan takes the concept of hesed (mercy/lovingkindness/steadfast love) and shows how the entire book of Jonah revolves around this incredible theme. In so doing, we discover that God's mercy always triumphs over judgment, if we would but respond to His hesed.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 332

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While we are promised difficulty and trials in this life, as Christians we can stand firm upon the mercy, grace, supply, peace, joy, and life of Jesus Christ. Regardless of the season of life you may be in (good, bad, or ugly), we must remember that God’s hesed (lovingkindness) is still available and surrounds us.

In this episode, Nathan talks about the tremendous reality that even for ancient Israel, God’s hesed was celebrated in every season of life—the good and the difficult—and when we truly understand the hesed of God, we too should cry out “Your hesed (lovingkindness, steadfast love, faithfulness, mercy), O God, endures forever!”

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 331

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Every nation has a national anthem that rallies the troops and reminds its people of their national identity. In ancient Israel, God’s hesed (specifically Exodus 34:6–7) was the celebratory anthem that rallied the people, stirred unity, reminded them of their identity in Yahweh, and exalted His character and nature.

In this episode, Nathan continues his series on God’s hesed (lovingkindness) and how the character of God should also be the anthem of our lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 330

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My favorite attribute of God's character and nature is that He abounds in steadfast love. This Hebrew word (hesed) is considered one of the most powerful and profound Hebrew terms, yet is also one of the most difficult words to translate into English.

In this episode, we examine God's hesed (His steadfast love / lovingkindness), and look at Exodus 34 where God reveals the heart and meaning of His name Yahweh … which is seen in His abounding lovingkindness.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 329

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If we are going to understand the nature and character of God, we must understand the basis (foundation) upon which all His attributes are based upon.

In this episode, Nathan talks about God's immutability (God is always the same) and why this is such a profound and foundational concept for our lives and why we must view all of God's attributes in light of it.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 328

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Paul declares that regardless of the season of life you are in or what you may be facing, God's grace is not only amazing but sufficient for what you are facing.

He writes in 2 Corinthians 9:8, "And God is able to make every grace abound to you, so that in everything at every time having every sufficiency, you may have an abundance for every good deed…"

Or as Peter writes in 2 Peter 1:3, you have everything you need for life and godliness in Christ Jesus.

In this episode, we talk about the amazing reality and sufficiency of God's grace in our lives.

» Watch and/or listen to Nathan's new weekly study series – The Grand and Glorious Gospel – on theEllerslie websiteor on theDaily Thunder podcast.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 327

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Do you have true peace in every circumstance and trouble and issue in your life?

You can!

As believers, Paul reminds us that we have a peace (God's shalom) that surpasses all understanding available in Christ that will guard our inner life.

In this episode, Nathan talks about this incredible peace and what it means to find it amidst your troubles.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 326

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Corrie ten Boom often said, "Beware the barrenness of a busy life." And if you've ever gone through a full season, you know the difficulty to be intentional in your spiritual life.

But what if every season of life was used to press you all the more to Christ Jesus. That every situation and circumstance would deepen your love, intimacy, and trust in Christ.‌

In this episode, Nathan talks about what it means to allow Christ to crowd (press) us ever more unto Himself.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 325

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As Christians, we often wait to hear what God tells us to do through His Word, and then decide if we want to obey or not. Yet, we as believers, are called to have a pre-decided yes and have a readiness to respond to anything God asks us, no matter what it is or the cost and inconvenience to our lives.

In this episode, Nathan talks about the proper posture of our souls and a special Hebrew word that conveys our needed response to God.

» Learn more about the upcoming Bible Study Tour with Nathan

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 324

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In this episode, Nathan invites you to join him and Stephen Manley at an upcoming conference this June. He also plays a short excerpt about what it means to be obsessed with God.

»Learn more about Stephen Manley's Training Camp this June

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 323

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All four Gospels declare the “good news” of Jesus Christ, but John’s account (written years after the other three) is seemingly more personal, relational, and filled with the richness of intimacy.

In this episode, Nathan gives an overview and talks about the person, poetry, and passion of John’s Gospel.

» Listen to the other book of the Bible overviews on the NRJohnson Sermon Podcast

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 322

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The beauty of the Christian life is that we live in what scholars often call the “now and not yet.”

In other words, while we have salvation and redemption NOW, there is also a waiting and longing for our future (completed) salvation and redemption.

Throughout Scripture, salvation is used in all three tenses: we were saved (past), are being saved (present), and will be saved (future).

In this episode, Nathan talks about the three tenses of our salvation and how we can find the beauty and profundity in our “now and not yet” lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 321

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Due to the continued conflict in Israel, we switched our November study tour to an Early Church Bible Study Tour in Turkey ("Asia Minor"). Consider joining me this November in a study tour in Ephesus, Colossae, Laodicea, and many other New Testament locations.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 320

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Many Christians know that memorizing the Bible is helpful and important, but few of us do it.

In this episode, Nathan talks about a few benefits of memorizing God's Word and gives some encouragement on how to get started.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 319

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Joshua 1:8 commands us “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”

Biblical meditation is drastically different from New Age meditation. In biblical meditation, we are to fill up, ponder, consider, and think upon God's Word, His works, His life, the Cross, and the Gospel. In short, we should continually think upon Christ and His Word.

In this episode, Nathan discusses the concept of biblical meditation, why its so important to our spiritual lives, and gives four ideas to get you started.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 318

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There is a two-fold reality and position in every believer's life—we are IN Christ and He is IN us.

And this changes everything.

In this episode, Nathan discusses the two positions of a Christian's life and how that relates to being a new creature in Christ Jesus and clothed with His garment of salvation and righteousness.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 317

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The Christian life is supposed to grow, deepen, and mature in Christ over time.

Yet, far too many believers have stalled in their spiritual lives and are unsure how to progress forward. In this replay of a webinar Nathan gave, he discusses five specific ways to grow spiritually and how you can thrive in Christ Jesus in this season of your life.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 316

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Discipleship is not something we accomplish and then move on to the next thing; rather, biblical discipleship is a lifelong pursuit of Christ, growing in our understanding and relationship with Him, and being conformed to His image.

The concept of discipleship is akin to an apprentice that takes on not just the knowledge but the lifestyle of the one to whom they are following – in our case, God Himself. We are to become Christlike … not through self-effort or talent, but through the indwelling of the very life of Christ (i.e., the Holy Spirit).

One great way to continue your lifelong pursuit of Christ is have an intentional plan to grow in Christ. Here are two great options I’d highly recommend:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 315

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I've been reading through Leonard Ravenhill's biography (In Light of Eternity: The Life of Leonard Ravenhill by Mack Tomlinson) and have been deeply stirred by the life Ravenhill lived and the passion he had for prayer and revival.

In this episode, I give several quotes from the book about Leonard's passion for prayer and examine what it means for us to be men and women of prayer in the days in which we live.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 314

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Many Christians start a Bible reading plan at the first of the year … but we often miss one important thing while reading the Bible.

In this episode, Nathan gives a fresh reminder on the one thing we should be most aware of as we read through Scripture this year. 

Don't have a Bible reading plan? Here are some helps to get started:

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 313

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Happy New Year!

Being a new year, many of us are writing down our resolutions and dreams for this year. Yet, as Christians, we need to rethink resolutions and goal setting and consider if there is a better way. 

In this special New Year’s edition of the Deeper Christian Podcast, my good friend Dan McConnaughey talks about new year resolutions and how we can resolve to live as Christians this year.

*This is a reprise of episode 141 from December 2019.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 312

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How can Christians live with continual peace, joy, and calm? How can we as believers NOT be anxious or worried about anything?

Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:6 that there is no reason for worry, fear, or anxiety and instead commands Christians to be “anxious for nothing.”

And Paul isn't the only one—hundreds of passages throughout Scripture exhort us not to fear, worry, be anxious, forebode, fret, or panic.

More than a reminder not to fear, Paul also gives us the secret to live without fear.

*This is a reprise of episode 240 from March 2022.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 311

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When the angels appeared to the shepherds, they declared that a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger was a "sign."

This sign was a declaration of what Jesus was going to do (and be) at the Cross.

In this episode, we talk about Luke 2 and the marvelous sign of Christmas.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 310

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The Christmas season is a wonderful reminder of how undeserving we are that the God of the universe came to dwell among and within us.

The picture of Jesus born in a stable is one of my favorite meditations during Christmas. Just as He was willing to be born in a place of muck and mire, so too, He is willing to come within the muck and sin of my life.

But the profundity of the Gospel is that while He is willing to be born in a stable known as humanity, He refuses to leave us that way. We are to be built up as a temple of the Holy Spirit, clean, pure, and holy—fit for His use.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 309

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While Jesus does give us life (eternal life!), the beautiful reality of Scripture is that the life He gives is not "something" but Himself.

He is our life, as Paul declares in Colossians 3:4 …and John goes on to write that we are to live through Him (1 John 4:9).

In this episode, we talk about what it means for Jesus to not merely give us life, but to be our life. I also mention a new series that has launched "Life in the Word" on the Daily Thunder Podcast as I walk through a study on our life in the Word—the living Word (Jesus) and the written Word (Scripture).

Join me in my new Daily Thunder series Life in the Word.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 308

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God gave Himself for us to showcase His marvelous redemption in our lives. He bought us out of captivity to sin and darkness and has purified us for Himself. And just as God is our inheritance so too we have become His.

In this study, we examine God’s grand redemption which Paul wrote about in Titus 2:14 and we discover that God wants to use us to showcase His life, love, and Gospel to the world around us … He wants to work the “poetry” of the Gospel through our lives and use us to once again be image bearers of Himself to the world.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 307

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Scripture makes it abundantly clear that the attitude, mindset, and language of a Christian is to be marked by thanksgiving.

While we as a culture may celebrate a day of thanksgiving once a year, the life of a believer is always marked by it.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 306

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Jesus Christ is returning soon.

While we patiently await His return, how are we supposed to live now?

In this fourth study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how to "look for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ" and give nine biblical ways we can practically “hope” and have an eager expectancy for the Lord's Return.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 305

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Christians have been radically transformed and conformed to the image of Christ. We are brand new creatures in Christ who are now to live completely different than the world around us.

And the amazing reality of the Gospel is that God’s grace, through His Holy Spirit, enables us to live as we ought – even in the present day in which we live.

In this third study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how God’s grace is training, disciplining, and enabling us to walk as genuine Christians – with self-control, righteousness, and godliness.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 304

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For Christians, it is far too easy to live, think, and talk like the world around us—yet Paul tell us those are the things we are to deny and reject. As Christians, we are called to live set apart and different than the world around us.

In this second study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how God's grace is training, disciplining, and enabling us to reject ungodliness and worldly desires and now genuinely live as Christians. We have been born again and we are brand new creations in Christ Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 303

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When we truly understand the depth and richness of God's grace, it no longer becomes a cliché to call it "amazing."

In part one of a new series examining Titus 2:11–15, we talk about the missing aspects of God's manifold grace and specifically discuss three things Paul tells us about God's grace in Titus 2.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 302

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With all that is going on in Israel the past two weeks, here are seven key ways we can pray:

1. Pray for peace

2. Pray for protection

3. Pray for comfort

4. Pray for the furtherance of Gospel

5. Pray for the repentance of the terrorists

6. Pray for hostages

7. Pray for leadership and wisdom

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 301

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For many believers, we have become distracted from what Paul calls the "simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ" (2 Corinthians 11:3). In short, we are too easily preoccupied with everything but Jesus … even if it is good and godly things.

As we celebrate our 300th episode, we talk about the single most important thing—the truth that Jesus is all and He is to preeminent and first place in our lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 300

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As Christians, we are called to be image bearers of the Living God — we are to showcase His life to the world. In short, we are to bear His Name well.

In Scripture, there are two critical passages concerning what it means to bear God's name—the Ten Commandments and the command to not take God’s Name in vain, and Jesus’ model prayer to “hallow” the Name of God.

In this episode, we listen to a portion of the final study in my "Behold Our God" series, looking at the majesty and loveliness of Christ through the Names of God. In the second half of the message, we discuss what it means to bear God’s Name rightly in our lives (and the secret to do so), how to “hallow” (keep His Name holy), and what it actually means to not take His Name in vain (it’s far more than swearing).

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 299

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Leonard Ravenhill once said, "As long as we are content to live without revival, we will." And Ravenhill was not content to live without it, so he exhorted the Church to prayer. He once said, "The man who can get believers to praying would, under God, usher in the greatest revival that the world has ever known."

This same passion and earnestness was seen in J. Edwin Orr, a preacher who was earnest for revival and prayer.

In this episode, we listen to a powerful message Orr preached on the role and importance of unity in prayer that brings for revival. This message will give you a vision for the importance of prayer and the necessity of revival in our day.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 298

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In our day, it is seemingly difficult to risk everything for the glory and Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We hold back. We shy away. We desire to live "all out" for Jesus but it tends to be all about ourselves rather than all about Him.

Henry Varley once said, “The world has yet to see what God can do through a man who is totally yielded to Him.” Those words captivated D.L. Moody and he declared, “By the Grace of God, I will be that man!”

Yet I strongly believe that the world has STILL yet to see what God can do through a man or woman who is fully surrendered and yielded to Christ.

In this episode, we talk about what it would mean for us to risk everything for the glory of Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 297

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God will lead us into His will—and He knows how to speak in such a way that you "get it" and hear clearly enough to follow His lead. Though He may not tell us where He is leading us, He will always give us light for another step—even if it feels like He is leading us backward.

In this episode, we continue to talk about God's calling in our lives, how He leads us into His will, and His desire for us to trust Him as we walk in faith and dependency.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 296

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Every believer in Christ Jesus has a distinct calling in their life … and Paul says that we are to walk worthy of that calling (Ephesians 4:1).

But what is the calling in our lives that we are to walk worthy of?

In this episode, Nathan expounds on Paul's words in Ephesians and clarifies our high calling in Christ Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 295

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I mentioned in the last episode that I'm preaching through a series called Behold Our God focusing on the Names of God and how they declare the majesty of Jesus Christ.

One of our God’s Names is “Jealous”—and while that may sound negative, it is actually an absolutely amazing thing. Though we often see jealousy as a destructive attribute, often motivated by insecurity or anger, Scripture reveals that jealousy is a profound aspect of God’s character.

In this episode, we listen to a previous message by Nathan on the Name "Qanna" (Jealous) and discuss why jealousy in relationships is essential and explain why we must understand this attribute biblically.

By the end, you will discover the beauty and benefit of this Name of God (Jealous) and learn why God’s jealousy is absolutely amazing.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 294

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The Names of God showcase His attributes, life, and nature.

When God reveals His Names, He invites us to know Him more deeply, grow in our relationship with Him, and to see the wonder and majesty of Christ—the One who fulfills and showcases every Name.

In this episode, we are introduced to the concept of "names" in the Bible, and how you can discover the wonder and majesty of Christ through the Names of God.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 293

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We all go through busy (and/or crazy) seasons at some point in our lives.

When we face such seasons, how do we survive, and better yet thrive, in Jesus during those times?

In this episode, we discuss five important reminders that we all need during those busy or crazy seasons of life …

Beware of BarrennessGod's mercies are new every morningGod IS our peaceLet everything push you to JesusGuard your intimacy with Jesus

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 292

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As I wrap up a season of conferences and travel, I reach back into some of my favorite messages by my two mentors: Eric Ludy and Stephen Manley.

In this message, Stephen Manley talks about the "unasked question" that the disciples should have asked Jesus when He rose from the dead.

Focused on Acts 1:8, this powerful and stirring sermon is what I lovingly call "The Blue Sermon."

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 291

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Stephen Manley is a good friend and spiritual mentor.

In what may be my favorite sermon of his, Stephen talks about what it means to be obsessed with Jesus … and gives some tremendous illustrations to show that we were made to be obsessed, the real question is "what are we going to be obsessed with?"

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 290

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I'm in the midst of conference season for the next couple of weeks, and as such I thought it would be fun to play a couple messages by two of my good friends and mentors: Eric Ludy and Stephen Manley.

In this episode, Eric Ludy shares a vision for Christianity and explains how we in the modern church have lost "majesty." But just as some extinct animals are reportedly sighted, true Christianity is still possible and can be "sighted" in the world today.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 289

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In the last episode, we talked about 11 ways to grow spiritually strong this summer, and I mention reading great Christian biographies.

I often talk about the importance of reading Christian biographies as a way to see God's faithfulness and movement in His people throughout history.

And over the years, I've given a variety of lists of my favorite Christian biographies, but in this episode, I want to suggest nine titles for you to consider reading this summer. While there is some overlap, I think these nine Christian biographies are important to read for the days in which we live.

Here's my suggested reading list (in no particular order):

Bonus suggestions (honorable mentions):

Also, consider downloading a list of recommended reading (classic Christian books and other great biographies). While the list needs to be updated, it will give you a great starting point.

You can also check out the seven-part series of "Greatest Biographies" that I did with Eric Ludy on the Daily Thunder Podcast.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 288

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Summer is often the season that we coast, grow passive, and go with the flow.

But what if we leveraged the upcoming summer season to intentionally pursue Jesus and grow spiritually stronger than we are now?!

In this episode, we discuss eleven ways that you can use the summer to grow spiritually strong, know Jesus more intimately, and understand the Bible more deeply.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 287

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Christians are to have a unique set of "clothes" (a lifestyle) which entirely different than the world around them.

In this episode, we listen to a recent sermon by Nathan Johnson on the clothing of a Christian (from Ephesians 4:17-24) and discover what it means to put off our former way of living (like the world) and to put on the Lord Jesus Christ.

NOTE: in the sermon, there are a couple of spots where the audio cuts out … but we still felt the message was understandable and important. We apologize for the distraction.

» Watch/listen to Nathan's Daily Thunder seriesClothing of a Christianfor a deeper dive into these concepts.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 286

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Study the Bible with me in Israel March 4-15, 2024

This is not a tourist trip! While we do explore the main sites, we spend much of our time away from the tourists as we walk the land, climb mountains, and learn about Scripture in the places it happened!

I love experiencing the Bible "on location"—the Word deepens and becomes more profound when you see it in light of its cultural, historical, and geographical context.

And these Bible Study Tours in Israel combine several of my favorite things: 

Interested?

You can find all the details for the next trip atdeeperChristian.com/israel.

I encourage you to prayerfully consider joining me next March as we seek the Lord and study the Bible together in the Holy Land. I'd love to have you there.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 285

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We, as Christians, are called to continually abide in the True Vine (Jesus Christ).

But how can we abide in Him regardless of the circumstance we face? How do we abide in times of trouble, trials, tribulation, or temptation?

In this episode, we examine five practical ways to abide in Christ regardless of what you may be going through.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 284

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In John 15, Jesus gives His final I AM statement and boldly declares that He is the True Vine — the only source of life for the branch … and apart from Him you can do nothing.

In this episode, we examine Jesus' statement of being the True Vine and give three implications for what that means for us as branches abiding in Him.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 283

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In the upper room scene with His disciples, Jesus explains the focus and goal of everything: Himself. He says that He alone is the way, the truth, and the life.

In this episode, we explore John 14 and what it means for Jesus to be THE way, THE truth, and THE life. Simply, we must center our lives on Christ and allow Him to be the focus of everything in our lives.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 282

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After years of waiting … Saturation Bible Study is finally available as a physical book, ebook, audiobook, and a quickstart course.

I am so excited for you to get a copy of this incredible resource that will help you experience and know Jesus intimately, grow in your spiritual life, and understand God's Word as it transforms your life.

For a limited time, we are discounting the price of the book on Amazon, giving a $10 discount off the Quickstart Bundle if you buy a physical copy first, and offering $300 worth of bonuses when you buy the Bundle.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 281

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Jesus does not merely give us resurrection and life … He IS our resurrection and life.

This profound truth is the undercurrent of Jesus' I AM statement to Martha in John 11 facing the death of Lazarus.

In this episode, we explore John 11 and what it means for Jesus to be the resurrection, how resurrection is far more than a future hope or event, and why it should be the present reality of our lives today.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 280

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Jesus is the best, most competent, genuine, and abled Shepherd.

In this episode, Nathan discusses Jesus’ I AM statement in John 10 about being the GOOD Shepherd and gives four amazing realities of what that means for our relationship with Him.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 279

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Jesus is the gate (door) of the sheep!

In this episode, Nathan discusses John 10 and five practical realities of what it means to the sheep (us) for Jesus to be the gate.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 278

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Jesus is the LIGHT!

In the midst of the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus stands up and declares "I AM the Light of the world; he who follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life."

This declaration compounds by the large menorahs shining bright in the city of Jerusalem throughout the Feast.

In this episode, Nathan discusses the Feast of Tabernacles, the Old Testament picture of God as light, and how Jesus fulfills the reality of being the Light of Life. But in the end, we are confronted with the truth that while we may think we have religious "light," we are actually walking around blind because we haven't fully embraced Jesus.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 277

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Jesus is the BREAD OF LIFE!

Jesus begins the seven I AM statements of Jesus in the gospel of John by declaring He is the bread of life.

Reaching back into the manna in the wilderness, Jesus reinterprets and clarifies that the daily provision the Israelites experienced is to now be Him.

In this episode, Nathan discusses the context for Jesus' statement in connection to the manna in the wilderness and explains that Jesus is far superior—He is the bread of life itself.

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Deeper Christian Podcast • Episode 276

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