Loving God First Podcast with Chris Gray

Loving God First Podcast with Chris Gray

Welcome, my friend! We are transitioning from the Need-Hope.Com Ministry podcast to “Loving God First,” a gospel-centered podcast anchored in the truth of God’s Word. Join fellow Christ followers devoted to loving the Lord above all else. Then, by God’s power, a 1 Corinthians 13:4-8a love flows to others. All for God’s glory! We invite you to visit us at LovingGodFirst.org

Episodes

September 29, 2025 40 mins

Biblical Role of a Husband: Problem Solving and Conflict (4 of 4 parts)

How should a husband approach conflict resolution in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the husband’s role in this 4-part series. Hope you are encouraged. 

 

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the local authorities...

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Biblical Role of a Husband: Intimacy and Communication (3 of 4 parts)

How can husbands work to foster true intimacy through communication in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the husband’s role in this 4-part series. Hope you are encouraged. 

 

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the l...

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Biblical Role of a Husband: Leadership and Authority (2 of 4 parts)

How should a husband approach leadership or exercise authority in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the husband’s role in this 4-part series. Hope you are encouraged. 

 

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the local au...

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Biblical Role of a Husband: Husband’s Role Defined (1 of 4 parts)

What is the biblical role of a husband in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the husband’s role in this 4-part series. Hope you are encouraged. 

 

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the local authorities (by calling 911 ...

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Prayer, Scripture, Fear of God (6 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God’s timeless design on the wife’s role. In this final episode of our 6-part series, we discuss how God shapes our attitudes and actions through His Living Word, prayer, and the fear of the Lord. Hope you are encouraged.

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe...

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Supporting Husband's Role as a Father (5 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God’s timeless design on the wife’s role. In this fifth episode of a 6-part series, we discuss how a wife can support her husband in his role as a father. Hope you are encouraged.

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Beauty of Submission (4 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God’s timeless design on the wife’s role. In this fourth episode of a 6-part series, we discuss the beauty of submission. Hope you are encouraged.

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the local authorities (by calling 911 in the USA)....

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Hindrances (3 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God’s timeless design on the wife’s role. In this third episode of a 6-part series, we discuss some common hindrances that prevent wives from fully supporting their husbands. Hope you are encouraged.

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get immediate help from the loc...

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Respectful Communication (2 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the wife's role in a 6-part series. In this second episode, we discuss how our communication as wives can foster a Christ-centered, God-glorifying marriage. I hope you are encouraged.

If you find yourself in an abusive, violent, or unsafe marriage, get imme...

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Biblical Role of a Wife: Blessed Helper (1 of 6 parts)

What is the biblical role of a wife in marriage? Listen as mature married couples share God's timeless design on the wife's role in this 6-part series. In our first episode, we discuss the wife's role as a blessed helper to her husband. I hope you are encouraged. 

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Loving God 1st: Repentance, Healing, & Hindrances to Prayer (5 of 5 parts) Is God truly my first love? How can I know? We invite you to join us as Jill shares of God's transforming work in coming out of deception into the glorious light of what it means to truly abide in the Lord as her first love. We welcome you to LovingGodFirst.org. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Yo...

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Loving God 1st: Prayer & Scripture Praying (4 of 5 parts) Is God my first love? How can I know? We invite you to join us as Jill shares of God's transforming work in coming out of deception into the glorious light of what it means to truly abide in the Lord as her first love. We welcome you to LovingGodFirst.org. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Pra...

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Loving God 1st: God's Victory Over Trials (3 of 5 parts) Is God my first love? How can I know? We invite you to join us as Jill shares of God's transforming work in coming out of deception into the glorious light of what it means to truly abide in the Lord as her first love. We welcome you to LovingGodFirst.org. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Prayer

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Loving God 1st: God Created Purpose (2 of 5 parts) Is God my first love? How can I know? We invite you to join us as Jill shares of God's transforming work in coming out of deception into the glorious light of what it means to truly abide in the Lord as her first love. We welcome you to LovingGodFirst.org. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Prayer

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Loving God 1st: Deception Revealed (1 of 5 parts) Is God my first love? How can I know? We invite you to join us as Jill shares of God's transforming work in coming out of deception into the glorious light of what it means to truly abide in the Lord as her first love. We welcome you to LovingGodFirst.org. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Prayer

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Loving God First: Is God Truly My 1st Love? How can Christ Followers devote themselves to loving the Lord First? Please join us in hearing what God's Word says. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Prayer

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Gospel Shared with Kids: Join us as the gospel is presented to young kids alongside a science experiment. This science experiment link can be found on YouTube... Illustration: Jesus Christ, You and Sin (Liquid, Cup, Water)

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Inductive Bible Study: What Is It? Why Should I? How Do I?   Ever been intimidated by the idea of studying the Bible inductively? Join us as Danny shares the transformative benefits of Inductive Bible Study in your relationship with God while learning an easy way to begin inductive Bible study in your life, even today.

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Riches Redefined: Steven's Transformation

Why did he turn away from pursuing earthly riches? Join us to hear how God has shaped Stephen's way of thinking based on God's truth.

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From Striving to Rest: How God's Word Set Her Free

How did God's Word lift the heavy burden from her striving to be made right with God? Join us to hear how Iva came to hear and understand the truth that set her free.

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