Balancing the Christian Life
Balancing the Christian Life helps Christians grow. It focuses on practical ways to improve relationships with each other and God, and what it means to be a digital disciple.
Episodes
Yeah, it's been a minute. This time we talk about the "rules of engagement" and how we fight in a loving way.
What does it mean God is running to you...or running after you. Keith Stonehart is a good friend, and he helped me see how God reaches out to us, even when we are not easy to reach.
Yes, this is a very short episode and a conversation about having empty spaces in your life. Hopefully this is helpful to you.
What does it mean to raise boys and how is that different than raising girls. In this conversation, I talk to two fathers of sons and what they've learned about raising sons which help their children grow, and themselves.
What is gratitude and why should we be a grateful people? In this conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer, we talk about what gratitude is, how to become more grateful, and if we are even good judges of our own graciousness.
This is a reading of the Gospel of Mark. The translation is the World English Bible.
Picture this - your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, shaking you to your core. Much like our lives, right? Join us as we explore this comparison and help you understand the promise of God's unending grace that keeps us going, even when our lives seem to be breaking down.
In a compelling conversation with Craig Peane, a steadfast believer in Christ, we uncover the strength of placing our trust in God and the ...
What if being vulnerable isn't a weakness, but a profound strength? Jonathan Banning and I plunge into this question in an enlightening conversation about the complexities of vulnerability within the realm of Christianity. We look at the courage it takes to be exposed, potentially risking hurt, for the sake of authenticity in our faith walk. Drawing from Jesus' exemplary life, we challenge modern-day advice that promotes ...
Dreaming big can be risky business. That's why we're delving into the dangers of dreams and the potential pitfalls of turning them into idols. The first half of our journey guides you through the labyrinth of identity, ambition, and personal values. We challenge you to scrutinize your dreams with a magnifying glass, bring into focus the boundaries that can make or break your spiritual relationship with God. Let's emb...
Can you imagine the power that setting goals can bring to your Christian life? Well, Benjamin Lee helps us unpack this potent tool in our latest episode. We confront the cruciality of acting on our dreams whilst debating the dangers of dreaming too much or too little. With Benjamin’s insights, we delve into the balancing act between motivation and commitment to our goals. We also address the role of time and other realities in shap...
Have you ever discovered profound insights from the most unexpected places? Take a ride with me, Dr. Kenny Embry, as I unfold compelling life lessons unearthed during a family trip to an amusement park. As we traverse through the roller-coaster adventure, we'll unravel the beauty of witnessing life from our children's viewpoint, the courage they muster while trying new rides, and the clarity they find in their evolving in...
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Ever wondered what constitutes good character from a Christian perspective? Buckle up as Mark McCrary and I, Dr. Kenny Embry, unpack the good character track of the Balancing the Christian Life conference, using Galatians 5 as our guide. We delve into the nine aspects of the fruit of the spirit, spotlighting love as the cornerstone of Christianity. Prepare to have your perspecti...
Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of self-control? Today, we're embarking on a journey with our esteemed guests, Scott Beyer and Luther Pratt, as we unearth the profound connections between self-control, joy, and happiness. Hear firsthand from Luther as he shares an inspiring tale of redemption from addiction, testifying to the divine intervention and the might of self-control.
We'll also be explor...
In this episode we talk about the value of rest and how it can help us to stop doing for a bit.
If you are interested in attending the Balancing the Christian Life Conference, please go to www.balancingthechristianlife.com and click on the conference link.
In this episode, we talk about developing Christian character with my friend Dr. Stephen Okey.
If you are interested in participating in the Balancing the Christian Life Conference, please go to www.balancingthechristianlife.com and click the BtCL conference link to sign up.
This is a complete reading of the gospel of John. If you would like more information about the World English translation here.
This week I've been working on university-related stuff and that got me thinking about what i wish I could tell students as they graduate, or anybody starting something new.
This is a reading of the book of James. I use the World English translation of the Bible. You can get information about this translation here.
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