Helping kids and teens connect faith and life and equipping adults to disciple them.
Life can change in an instant. In this heartfelt episode of Connecting Faith and Life, I share two major updates—one very unexpected and personal, and another that marks a new chapter for Proclaim Mi…
There is a story in the Bible that shook me, but still gives me hope.
[0:00] Intro
[0:40] Proclaim News
[5:20] Keep moving forward
[16:45] Final thoughts
Bible verses:
Romans 5:6-8
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Are you weak, strong, or wise? You can be all of those things through God alone.
[0:00] Intro
[3:20] Helping teens with social media
[9:00] Proclaim Kids Ministry
[14:30] Weak, strong, or wise?
Bible vers…
Are you too distracted, busy, arrogant, or lazy to spend time with God everyday? This is not a guilt trip, but a gracious invitation to spend time with the Creator of the universe.
[0:00] Intro
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In this podcast, I reflect on the temptation to worry and the importance of seeking God as the source of all things. I also discuss the concept of trusting God and the peace that comes from giving ou…
What does it actually mean to have a relationship with God? All relationships need to be defined and that is especially important for your relationship with Jesus Christ. But who gets to decide the l…
Are you being programmed by social media? Whether you believe it or not, what you consume is influencing your affections for God.
[0:00] Intro
[2:00] Proclaim News
[6:30] Are you being programmed?
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Would you want to go to heaven if God wasn’t there? That’s a question we’ll consider in this podcast episode.
[0:00] Intro
[1:00] The Proclaim Ministries app and YouTube channels
[4:00] Stories from VBS
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Do you ever feel misunderstood? That can be discouraging. I want to assure you that God knows and loves you.
[0:00] Three messages
[1:00] Become a Proclaim Partner
[1:50] VBS recap
[4:30] Joshua 1:9 memo…
Do you believe God’s story? Be careful with the stories you tell yourself and what narratives you are projecting onto others. Learn to live in freedom and trust in God's promises.
[0:00] The stories w…
Is God’s way better? I think so. While human ways may seem more convenient, God's way is always better, even if it is not always easy.
[0:00] Intro
[1:30] Is God’s way better?
[11:30] Practical tips for…
Why should I thank God? My life is horrible. Learn how to stay grateful and grounded despite life's challenges.
[0:00] Intro
[0:45] Thanking God despite challenges
[4:00] Compassion for pain
[11:00] Avoi…
What is our greatest need? Our concept of God shapes everything we do and how we interact with others, including seeing people as image bearers of God.
[0:00] Seeing God rightly
[2:15] Our greatest nee…
How can you trust God even through the tough times? I will share three key practices you can start today.
[0:00] How to keep trusting God
[3:45] How to trust God when…
[10:45] 3 ways to trust God more
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Do you trust God? Theoretically, you probably do. But do you trust God in your daily life or do you find yourself bogged down by the stresses of the world?
[0:00] Do you trust God?
[4:00] When you worr…
Have you ever asked yourself, “Does God trust me?” We know God doesn’t need us, but he has entrusted humans with time, talent, and treasure, urging them to be faithful stewards. Can we be trusted wit…
How do you stay focused on your relationship with God? Like any relationship, maintaining a strong relationship with God takes work. Knowing God leads to loving and desiring Him, creating a cycle of …
How should Christians treat people who don't believe in Jesus or who look down on Christians?
[0:00] Speaking at schools
[1:45] How to treat unbelievers
[10:00] What’s most important?
Bible verses:
2 Cori…
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[0:00] Intro
[2:45] Sermon commentary
[16:00] Final thoughts
Bible verses:
Acts 27:1 - 28:10
Is your faith integrated into all aspects of your life or is it relegated to Sunday morning church attendance? No matter where you fall on the spectrum of your faith walk, learn how you can be more i…