Five by the Fire Podcast
This podcast was created to encourage God's people in the daily pursuit of Him through His word. Each episode will be a very brief spiritual nugget referencing a passage taken from that day’s reading in the M‘Cheyne Bible reading plan.
Episodes
November 30, 2024 • 11 mins
Episode Summary:
In today’s episode, we’re talking about something deeply personal—the struggle of letting the grind overshadow God’s grace and the call back to intimacy with Him. After realizing that my striving had robbed me of peace and intimacy with God, I wiped my plans clean—literally—and replaced them with one word: presence. Join me as I reflect on this journey, share Scripture that’s been speaking to me, and invite you to ...
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November 27, 2024 • 16 mins
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In this episode, we explore how the relentless pursuit of productivity and success can disconnect us from God’s presence. Inspired by Jeremiah 17:5-8, we compare the dry, brittle life of self-reliance to the thriving, fruitful life that comes from trusting in God.
Reading Plan Passages
1 Chronicles 24- 25
1 Peter 5
Micah 3
Psalm 104
Main Points:
The Danger of the Grind: Striving i...
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November 20, 2024 • 11 mins
In this episode, we explore Nehemiah 8:10, where the people of Jerusalem, after rebuilding the city walls and hearing God’s Word, are encouraged to celebrate rather than grieve. Pastor Fury delves into the meaning of the phrase "The joy of the Lord is your strength" and how it serves as a source of resilience and power. Drawing parallels with Isaiah 58, we see how joy and worship are meant to overflow into acts of compassion and ge...
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November 13, 2024 • 13 mins
In today’s episode, Pastor Fury reflects on the importance of seeing our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ as teammates, not competitors. He shares a recent experience interviewing another creative community leader and the challenge he felt in that moment to avoid a mindset of competition. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Fury reminds us that we are all part of the same body, each with a unique calling, purpose, and "flavor"...
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November 6, 2024 • 15 mins
The Recipe for Discipleship That Most Get Wrong
"You can't microwave discipleshhip. You have to let it cook."
In today’s episode of Five by the Fire, Pastor Fury dives into the concept of true discipleship, inspired by Paul’s words in 2 Timothy 2:1-7. Discipleship is far from a quick-fix approach; it’s more like a slow-cooked meal that fills every corner of a life with richness, aroma, and flavor. Join Pastor Fury as he unpacks w...
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October 30, 2024 • 10 mins
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Summary:
In this powerful episode of Five by the Fire, Pastor Fury shares a personal story of obedience that led him to donate a kidney to someone in need—an act inspired not by logic, but by love. He connects this journey with the story of Hosea, a prophet whose obedience to God’s call demonstrated the depth of God’s relentless love for His people. Tune in to discover how our obedience, ...
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October 23, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode of Five by the Fire, Pastor Fury dives into the concept of waiting on God—revealing that waiting doesn’t mean passivity but moving in faith while trusting God’s guidance. Through personal stories about the founding of the Unshackled Network and the Ordered Chaos Club, Pastor Fury shares how he stepped forward in obedience even without a clear blueprint. God’s faithful redirection and confirmation came as he moved fo...
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October 16, 2024 • 9 mins
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Reading Passages (McCheyne Reading Plan):
1 Kings 20
1 Thessalonians 3
Daniel 2
Psalm 42-43
In this episode of the Five by the Fire podcast, we explore what it truly means to depend on God, using Daniel 2:28 as the foundation. We highlight three essential steps from Daniel’s story: sharing our burdens with others, seeking God’s wisdom in prayer, and fully relying on His response even whe...
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October 2, 2024 • 11 mins
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In this episode, we dive into David’s story and uncover four key steps to developing unshakeable self-belief through humble faithfulness and trusting God’s guidance.
Key Takeaway:
"If you want the bold confidence to slay your giants, you need the humble faithfulness to feed His sheep."
Reading Passages (McCheyne Reading Plan):
1 Kings 3
Ephesians 1
Ezekiel 34
Psalm 22.
This powerful me...
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September 25, 2024 • 19 mins
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In this episode, Pastor Fury delves into the profound impact of trust on our spiritual lives. He explores how misplaced trust can block the flow of God's grace and discusses how we often rely on ourselves, others, or material wealth instead of placing our complete trust in God. Drawing from Ezekiel 29 and other key scriptures, he breaks down four warning signs of misplaced trust and offers...
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September 20, 2024 • 4 mins
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September 18, 2024 • 10 mins
In this episode, we explore the story of the Israelites circling Jericho in Joshua 6 and how it teaches us that breakthroughs come through consistent, faithful discipline rather than fleeting motivation. Just like the Israelites, we often face challenges where progress is unseen. Yet, God's victory comes not when we feel ready, but when we stay faithful.
Reading Plan Passages:
2 Samuel 15
2 Corinthians 8
Ezekiel 22
Psalm 3-4
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September 11, 2024 • 16 mins
Discover how David’s prayer of gratitude in 2 Samuel 7 can teach us humility, gratitude, and confident hope in God's promises.
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September 4, 2024 • 9 mins
Explore the true meaning of Christian liberty as we challenge the myth of "everything in moderation" and uncover how our choices impact our spiritual walk and others.
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August 28, 2024 • 13 mins
In this episode of Five by the Fire, we explore the power of collaboration through Christ. Discover how we can balance our creative vision with the input of others, ensuring that our work reflects both the gifts God has given us and the creativity He has placed in those we collaborate with.
Reading Plan Passages:
1 Samuel 21-22
1 Corinthians 3
Ezekiel 1
John 2
Scripture Focus:
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 - "Two are better than one, be...
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August 21, 2024 • 10 mins
Discover how Jonathan's bold faith in God during a time of overwhelming odds can inspire you to step out in courage and trust God's plan for your life today.
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August 14, 2024 • 11 mins
Discover why your creative gifts aren't just valuable but vital in God's Kingdom. Explore the power of community in affirming and using your talents.
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August 7, 2024 • 11 mins
Explore the power of Spirit-led decision making in this insightful podcast episode. Learn to align your choices with God's will for lasting impact and purpose.
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July 31, 2024 • 12 mins
Explore how Christians should respond to sin in the world, examining recent events and biblical teachings to guide our actions and attitudes in a complex society.
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