The More Like Jesus Podcast with Pastor Terry

Wednesday August 20, 2025X Week After PentecostToday’s episode is full of wisdom, perseverance, and the power of God to calm any storm. In 1 Samuel 25:23-44, Abigail’s boldness and wisdom prevent David from bloodshed, showing how God uses peacemakers to redirect hearts. In Acts 14:19-28, Paul is stoned and left for dead—yet he rises, keeps preaching, and strengthens the churches with a message of endurance. And in Mark 4:35-41, Jes...

Tuesday August 19, 2025

X Week After Pentecost

In today’s episode, we encounter wisdom, warning, and the unstoppable work of God. In 1 Samuel 25:1-22, David faces a test of temper when Nabal insults him—but God is about to use Abigail to speak wisdom into the moment. In Acts 14:1-18, Paul and Barnabas perform miracles that leave crowds confused, tempted to worship them instead of the living God. And in Mark 4:21-34, Jesus teaches thr...

Monday August 18, 2025X Week After PentecostIn today’s episode, we see what it looks like to live with courage, conviction, and trust in God’s timing. In 1 Samuel 24:1-22, David has the perfect chance to take revenge on Saul—but instead, he chooses mercy and leaves justice in God’s hands. In Acts 13:44-52, Paul and Barnabas face both opposition and opportunity as the gospel spreads like wildfire among the Gentiles. And in Mark 4:1-...

🎙️Wednesday Aug 14, 2025In **1 Samuel 20:1–23, Acts 12:18–25, and Mark 2:13–22**, we witness deep covenant friendship, God’s unshakable sovereignty, and Jesus redefining what it means to truly follow Him. 🤝👑✝️Jonathan risks everything to protect David. Herod falls under God’s judgment while His Word keeps advancing. And Jesus challenges the old ways, bringing the new wine of His kingdom.💭 **When God is moving, no enemy can stop...

Monday August 11, 2025

In 1 Samuel 18:5–30, Acts 11:19–30, and Mark 1:29–45, we see God at work in battles, in the spread of the gospel, and in the touch of Jesus’ healing hand. ⚔️🌍🤲From David’s rising favor (and growing opposition), to the church in Antioch becoming a mission hub, to Jesus moving toward the hurting—God’s Kingdom advances in power and compassion.💭 Opposition can’t stop God’s plan. Need can’t exhaust His mercy. 🎧...

Thursday August 7, 2025

Today’s readings—1 Samuel 16:14–17:11, Acts 10:17–23, and Luke 24:36–53 - show us how God equips ordinary people for extraordinary moments. 🙌⚔️👣From David stepping onto the battlefield, to Peter welcoming an unexpected call, to Jesus giving His final blessing—God is always preparing us for what’s next, even when we feel unqualified.💭 Fear may shout, but faith steps forward.🎧 Tune in and be reminded: If Go...

🎙️ Wednesday August 6, 2025VIII Week After PentecostToday’s readings—1 Samuel 16:1–13, Acts 10:1–16, and Luke 24:13–35 -reveal a God who sees deeper, speaks clearly, and walks with us in our uncertainty. 👑🔥🚶‍♂️🍞From David’s anointing, to Peter’s rooftop vision, to Jesus opening the Scriptures on the road to Emmaus—we’re reminded that #godsplan s often surprise us, but they always lead to life.🎧 Listen now and be encouraged to...

August 5, 2025VIII Week after Pentecost🎙️ In today’s readings—1 Samuel 15:24–35, Acts 9:32–43, and Luke 23:56b–24:12 - we see the themes of regret, resurrection power, and unstoppable hope.💔✨🌅Saul admits his sin but still faces the loss of his kingdom. Peter raises Tabitha from the dead, showing the Spirit’s power at work. And the women at the tomb discover the greatest news in history—Jesus is alive!🎧 Tune in for a powerful re...

🎙️ VIII Week After Pentecost August 4, 2025Today’s readings—1 Samuel 15:1–23, Acts 9:19b–31, and Luke 23:44–56a - confront us with the cost of partial obedience, the power of transformation, and the weight of sacrifice. ⚔️🔁✝️Saul loses the kingdom by sparing what God said to destroy. Saul of Tarsus becomes a bold witness for Jesus. And Jesus is laid in the tomb after giving His life for the world. This episode is a call to full s...

🎙️ Thursday July 24, 2025VI Week After Pentecost Today’s readings—1 Samuel 8:1–22, Acts 7:1–53, and Luke 22:24–30 - highlight the tension between wanting control and surrendering to God’s rule.👑🔥🕊️Israel demands a king. Stephen boldly recounts Israel’s resistance to God. And Jesus redefines greatness as #serving , not ruling. It’s a sobering and powerful call to examine our hearts and follow the way of the Kingdom.🎧 Tune in an...

Wednesday July 23, 2025VI Week after Pentecost 🎙️ Today’s Podcast EpisodeIn today’s readings—1 Samuel 7:2–17, Acts 6:1–15, and Luke 22:14–23 - we see God raising up faithful leaders in crucial moments.🙏⚖️🍞From Samuel calling Israel back to the Lord, to the appointment of Spirit-filled servants in the early church, to Jesus sharing the Last Supper with His disciples—this episode centers on repentance, servanthood, and the power o...

Tuesday July 22, 2025VI Week After Pentecost 🎙️ Today’s readings—1 Samuel 6:1–16, Acts 5:27–42, and Luke 21:37–22:13 - reveal the power of holy reverence, courageous witness, and quiet preparation for sacrifice.📦🔥🍞From the return of the Ark to Israel, to the apostles boldly declaring, “We must obey God rather than men,” to Jesus preparing for His final Passover—this episode calls us to honor God's presence, speak His truth,...

7.21.2025 / VI Week After Pentecost 🎙️Welcome to Today's Episode In today’s readings—1 Samuel 5:1–12, Acts 5:12–26, and Luke 21:29–36 - we see God's power on display, His people walking in bold faith, and a call to stay spiritually awake. ⚡🙌🌿From the fall of Dagon before the Ark, to the apostles miraculously freed from prison, to Jesus' warning to stay alert—we're reminded that God is unstoppable, His mission is ...

Thursday July 17, 2025

V Week After EasterToday’s readings—1 Samuel 2:27–36, Acts 2:22–36, and Luke 20:42–21:4 —confront us with powerful truths about God’s #justice , Jesus’ lordship, and wholehearted #worship . ⚖️👑💔We hear God's warning to Eli, Peter’s bold declaration that Jesus is both Lord and Messiah, and Jesus’ praise for a poor widow whose small gift revealed great faith. This episode invites us to examine our hearts a...

Wednesday July 16, 2025 / V Week After PentecostToday’s scriptures—1 Samuel 2:12–26, Acts 2:1–21, and Luke 20:27–40-bring together the themes of spiritual integrity, Holy Spirit power, and eternal hope.🔥🙌💡We contrast Eli’s corrupt sons with Samuel’s growth, witness the fire of Pentecost, and hear Jesus remind us that God is the God of the living. It’s a call to live with purpose, filled with the Spirit, and focused on eternity.�...

Tuesday July 15, 2025

V Week After Pentecost

🎙️ Today’s Podcast Episode
Today’s readings—1 Samuel 1:21–2:11, Acts 1:15–26, and Luke 20:19–26—highlight themes of surrendered worship, godly leadership, and living with wisdom in a watching world. 🙌👑🧠

From Hannah’s prayer of praise, to the early church choosing a new apostle, to Jesus’ brilliant response about giving to Caesar—we’re reminded that true faith is lived out with both d...

Monday July 14, 2025V Week After PentecostIn today’s readings—1 Samuel 1:1–20, Acts 1:1–14, and Luke 20:9–19 - we see a powerful theme of expectant #prayer, #Spirit-filled purpose, and the challenge of rejecting God’s voice. 🙏🔥📖From Hannah’s desperate cry for a child, to the #disciples waiting for the Holy Spirit, to Jesus’ parable about God's rejected messengers—this episode reminds us to trust God’s timing, listen for His...

Thursday July 10, 2025

IV Week After Pentecost🎙️ Today’s Podcast EpisodeToday’s scriptures—Song of Solomon 1, 2 Corinthians 12:1–10, and Luke 19:28–40 - give us a beautiful blend of #love, #humility and #surrender .💕🙏🐴From the poetry of passion, to Paul’s thorn and God’s sufficient grace, to #Jesus riding humbly into Jerusalem—we’re reminded that God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness, and His love calls us to worship.🎧...

Wednesday July 9, 2025 / IV Week After Pentecost🎙️ Today’s Podcast EpisodeWe’re digging into Deuteronomy 31:30–32:14, 2 Corinthians 11:21b–33, and Luke 19:11–27 - a powerful trio that calls us to remember God’s faithfulness, endure hardship with purpose, and steward what we've been given. 🕊️💪🏽💼From Moses’ song of God’s care, to Paul’s bold perseverance, to Jesus’ parable of the ten minas—this episode will challenge and ins...