The Blue Jeans Christian: Recent Episodes
Kevin Brownlee
Biblical help and advice for hard-working Christians. We prove God’s Word is powerful, practical, and sufficient to issues in your job, home, and hobbies. Learning from Jesus, we put blue jeans on Scripture and go to work, for God's Glory. And we have a lot of fun too! Hosted by Kevin Brownlee, a hard-working oil field welder, builder, structural steel fabrication company owner, RV technician & inspector, author, and teacher. Kevin is also a marriage counselor and a consultant to Christian business owners. He has been a Christian for over 50 years and tells relevant and practical stories proving God’s Word is the best source of help and direction leading to hope, joy, and peace. Learn more and connect with Kevin at www.bluejeanschristian.com Facebook @KevinFredBrownlee
Is your boss or employer harsh? Maybe spineless, or even crooked? The Bible tells us Christians how to work in that environment, and expects specific things from us.
The first thing to happen when true Christians get to Heaven is a one-on-one with Jesus. He will go over a list of things you did for Him that matter. Here are 3 areas of your outward self that the Bible says will comprise that list.
Rewards for a job well done are sure nice, especially when they come from Jesus. Here is how to ensure that what you do as a Christian is what matters to Jesus and is worthy of His reward.
Do you have a BHAG? You should! Don't know what it is? Listen to this first episode of Season 7 of the Blue Jeans Christian Podcast, which is episode 182. It will change your life for the better!
Us Christians are to be different than those around us, and this should be the #1 thing you do differently, so change this NOW.
We can tell your level of Christian maturity from what you complain about. So, what have you been complaining about lately? This episode get you thinking about your usefulness to Jesus where He has placed you.
Blue Jeans Christian Shorts, in this short podcast I give you 3 things you must start doing now to improve your life, and those around you!
The wisest man who ever lived gave us who work a job some great wisdom to help improve our job and represent Jesus there. This episode unpacks several helpful tidbits from the book of Ecclesiastes.
Rarely discussed, but often practiced, this sin is destroying your workplace, your church, and maybe even your family. To stop it, we must understand why we all do it, what it looks like, how to recognize it right away, and why God HATES it.
Sometimes a dire and bleak situation occurs, you are suffering, and God seems distant. This episode gives at least 3 reasons proving God is still in control and gives 3 tools you can use to ensure all will work this out for God's glory and your good!
There is one word from Jesus we should adopt as our word this year for focus, strength, and purpose. Find out what it is, and why you should make this YOUR word for the new year!
Do you consider yourself rich? If so, what makes you rich? Are you content with what you have? This episode looks at what the Bible says makes us rich and therefore content and even joyous. An excellent episode during the Christmas Season.
Will we be working in Heaven? This episode, 173, uncovers passages in the Bible that tell us we will be working in Heaven and what jobs there will be. Which job will you be working in?
Is working hard God's plan for you? There are over 30 Bible verses about hard work, and in this episode 172, we look at several that will probably surprise you. We will also make sure the way you work is pleasing to God.
There are 5 methods of communication, one of them is email. This episode covers those 5 methods and zeros in on emailing and how to do it correctly to improve your career, and even represent Jesus well!
Phone and voicemail manners have declined in recent years. Christians are to be Jesus' representative even while leaving a voicemail. Here is how to leave a voicemail correctly, professionally, and with Christ-like character.
Statistics show most of us experience stress in our job. Some of us are so stressed at work it affects our home life, the quality of our weekends, and even our health. Here is how to reduce stress direct from Scripture.
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a Bible verse telling you what God's will is for you? There is, and we unpack it in this episode and make it practical to your life and job!
Romans 8:28 is a hope-filled promise that God will cause all things to work together for good, but do you know what 2 requirements for that to happen? Do you also know why He does that?
In this episode 167 we explain how you and God can benefit from that promise, and how it can relieve stress and give you hope.
Do you know why God has you in the job you are? Why do you live in the neighborhood or town you do? Could it be part of the purpose He has for you?
In episode 166 we start season 6 by answering that question pointing to why God has you where you are giving you tasks to do to fulfil God's purpose for you there.
God richly blesses us with over 20 gifts when we study His Word the Bible. Here's what those are, and how to study the Bible including tips to maximize your efforts and time!
20 million copies of the Bible were sold last year, but looking at the world, it seems people aren't reading or doing what it says. Here is how to read, and do, what God's Word says and make it practical and valuable to you and give your life hope!
Jesus defined worship and even said God is seeking true worshipers who do it correctly and acceptably. Do you, or your church worship God acceptably? Sadly, many don't. Learn how in this 2nd episode in a series on worship.
Worship is a word that has changed over time, especially in recent years. Is the enemy behind this? Are we worshipping God incorrectly? We may need to redefine worship back to the original meaning in the Bible and the way the early Christians did.
Are you afraid of losing your job? Maybe fearful of your business going under? There is a passage in Scripture that says if you do a few things, you will not be unemployed, or you will not lose your business.
Hebrews 11:6 says it's impossible to please God without faith. We can get and even increase our faith by learning from faithful people. In this short and engaging story, I explain what faith is and how to get it and increase your faith!
What's your favorite song? Is it because of the tune, or the lyrics? In this episode 159, we talk about a song the lyrics will bless you in your life and job, and you will prosper if you do them!
During the events leading up to Jesus being executed, and raising from the dead, He responded to some people, and ignored others. What was it that caused a response from Jesus, and what caused his silence? We discover what that is, and ensure you are one He responds to as well!
In John 15, Jesus said we are like a branch that bears fruit, but if no fruit, the branch withers and is thrown into the fire. Here is how to not wither, and to help others not be withered and avoid the fire.
Prior to presenting the Improve Your Job seminar Integrating The Bible Into Your Work I was interviewed by Chris Ryan of 102.5 FM The Vine in Southern California. The interview was so popular and the Seminar so well attended I thought I would post it here. If your church wants me to present this seminar, please contact me at kevin@bluejeanschristian.com
If a wise and trusted mentor gave you 5 quick and helpful pieces of advice they knew you needed, would you listen and apply them to your life? This 155th episode is just those 5 pieces of advice!
Does God seem distant? Does it seem He isn't listening or answering your prayers? Maybe you and God aren't on the same page. In episode 154, we give practical quick answers to being on the same page as God.
Is your work environment harsh? Not the weather, but your boss or co-workers or customers? Does your company have policies you don't agree with? This is the continuation of 10 items you can do to improve your work environment and be Jesus' representative in your job.
Is your job difficult due to a harsh boss, co-workers, or customers? Are the equipment or tools less than optimal and you are asked to produce more and better quality with them? Does your company make decisions you don't agree with? Then this podcast is for you!
Gratitude and being thankful should characterize us. Would your co-workers or relatives say you are a thankful person, or a grumbler and complainer? Are you content with what you have? Here is how to glorify God by thanksgiving!
Jesus said we are to be salt and light in a dark world, we do that by influencing others. In this episode 149 we give Scripture references and practical advice on how to be a Godly influence to the people God has put around us.
Does God seem distant, or has His back to you? Maybe you are on a different page than Him! Find out what your page and His looks like, so you can get on His page!
Does it seem like we are living in perilous times? How can we tell if we are, and better yet...what should we do?!
Wow, the world is changing rapidly. And not many of the changes are good...especially to Christians. So is God still in control, or not? This first episode of Season 5 looks at what is going on through the lens of Scripture, and you will be surprised to learn it's all still in God's control. Giving us hope, not fear and frustration.
A great way to represent Jesus is to be encouraging to others. Here's how, including several ideas and examples!
How to abide in Him. Jesus requires something from us, and gives us practical advice on how to do it using a fantastic analogy!
The Bible says we are to be In Him. What does it mean to Be In Him? Here is how, with practical suggestions to be In Him!
The tree that stands strong during fierce storms has good roots. You too can have good roots to help withstand life's storms and harshness. This 2nd podcast in our "BE" series is imperative for any Christian from Colossians 2:6-7
In 2015, I invented a word. This word has come to define my life, and I hope it helps you too!
The Innkeeper and barn from the Christmas story may not be accurate. Joseph is often underestimated. In this episode, we look closely at what Scripture really says and make practical application of Joseph to impact our lives through Jesus and for God's glory.
Are you gripped by fear? Here is how to pray!
Learning from Jacob in Genesis 32 when he feared for his life and his family, he turned to God in prayer, and we can learn 6 components from his prayer to help us too!
Most Christians don't consider having to go to work a blessing. But there it is, in Genesis 1:28 God said He blessed people by instituting work. Once we really grasp that, and the 12 reasons in Scripture work is a blessing and gift from God, work becomes a lot better for us, with more purpose to our lives.
We connect with people who make us feel valued. Here is how to be valued by them, with 4 easy and practical things you can do to raise your value, and these are Biblical too!
Every hero has an enemy, but what if they were the same person? We should recognize the enemy within, stirred by the enemy without so as to be a hero to God, to others, and to us. This must-listen episode helps you recognize what harms your relationship with Jesus and with others around you.
Every Christian will have a one-on-one with Jesus after we die, He will pull out your resume' and scratch off what is not valuable, circle what is, and reward you for those. In this episode, we tell what the Bema Seat Of Christ is, and what will happen there, and more importantly...how to prepare for it!
You are either retired, or want to be, but what does God think about retirement? What does the Bible say? We dispel lies about retirement, look at Scripture and give practical advice to make that joyous chapter in your life most glorifying to Him!
One of my favorite lines in the first Star Wars movie A New Hope is when an X-wing fighter pilot is having a difficult time and the Red Leader keeps telling him to "stay on target!". We need to stay on target in our job, and that target is representing Jesus Christ well there at your job that He has given you. This episode tells you how to stay on target when things seem to be breaking up around you.
As Christians, our focus at work is different...or is it? The Apostle Paul tells us who and what is our focus, and how to maintain our focus there. Kevin gives practical examples of how to keep your proper focus at your job...for His glory!
Are you different at work than at church? Here are 3 things you probably forget when you arrive at your job.
A true story reveals 5 qualities we must have to improve our job and make an impact for Christ at our workplace.
Nearly all of us work with or interact with unbelievers, but do you know the Bible tells us how to act and talk around them? This episode 127 is for all of us to know how...and we all need a reminder often of what God requires of us when talking with others.
Do your co-workers know you're a Christian? Does your boss? Vendors or customers? If they don't, maybe you're not obedient to Jesus nor In Him. This episode tells you how others can recognize Jesus in you in a way that isn't embarrassing or scary.
God's purpose for you probably includes your job, but you must be filling a need and enhancing His creation, especially the first command He gave to us.
God has a purpose for you and He wired you with gifts and talents to use as tools to accomplish the desires you and God together have. This is the second of three episodes defining the three things that must be in place to fulfill your purpose in life...for His glory.
God has a purpose for you, and your desires are part of it. Does that apply to your job? Yes, it does, and this episode gives the first of three Bible-based conditions that must be met to ensure you are in a job that brings glory to God!
In Football, the hero moves the ball down the field and across the goal line, without falling. Here is how we Christians can do that and also be sure of our calling and even our salvation! This is probably the most important episode I have done in a long time, I hope you agree.
Heros are exceptionally good, both in the task and the person, and they have moral excellence. The Bible tells us how to be a hero, especially to Jesus, and lists 7 moral excellencies we should have.
To be a Hero, especially to Jesus, you need tools, strengths, and abilities. In this second episode in our Hero series, you will learn from 2 Peter what tools, strengths, and abilities God gives you.
You can be a Hero bursting into Heaven victoriously, instead of arriving wounded by the world, limping, frustrated, discouraged, and even upset. This is the first in a series of how to be a Hero Jesus is proud of, and who rises above and overcomes today's issues, and isn't affected by the world's cancerous threats.
At times in our Christian life, it may seem like God has abandoned us. This waiting period is actually for our own good, and this episode teaches what 4 things you should be doing while waiting on God.
I wrote this little story several years ago and thought it would be good to tell in this podcast. It's not necessarily a Christmas story, but this time of year lends well to the meaning and takeaway message. Hope you enjoy it!
Every Christian should know the titles of Jesus, there are at least 24 of them! This episode finishes what we didn't get to last time.
There are over 23 titles of Jesus in the Bible, and when you know them, it should drop you to your knees in praise and worship. Listen to this podcast and find out why I say that!
The word thanks or thanksgiving occurs over 100 times in the Bible, and is a requirement of proper praise, effective worship, and even praying so your prayers may be answered. Thankfulness is a requirement for proper Blue Jeans Christian living!
You need to work on your integrity every day. Are you? This great reminder is vital to glorifying God. Also, there is a free offer if you listen to this to the end... Yay!
Ephesians 2:8-10 tells us why God made you. Are you living up to His expectations and purpose for you? How do you know if you are? Do you have any say in that matter? Great information in this episode to put your mind at ease, and life at peace.
Do you have victory in Christ? What is that victory over? We discuss the bad things in your life Jesus won a victory over, and then discuss the Roman Triumphant Victory Parade mentioned in Scripture and how to make that parade celebration impact your life! For God's glory!
When you look in the mirror, you see yourself. 2 Corinthians 3:18 says when God sees us, He should see Himself like He's looking in a mirror. That is a paramount responsibility...one we can do if we know how. Learn how to be the mirror image of God in this episode!
What do people think or say about you when you're not around? You can control their image of you by how you act around them, and in this 109th episode, you will learn how and what standard or person to imitate to have only good things said about you.
We do this often and don't even know God calls it a sin in the book of James, and partiality also ruins Jesus' command for us to shine like lights in a dark world. We discuss partiality in this 108th episode and tell how it's harmful both at church and at your job.
This is probably the most important podcast you will ever listen to if you work a job. If work is a gift from God, not a curse, does Scripture back that up? Yes it does, and I discuss twelve Bible passages giving reasons work is a gift from God!
Most people think work is a result of the fall of Adam and Eve in Genesis 3, but work is actually one of 3 gifts given to us by God before the fall.
Is your job in a harsh work environment? Is your boss mean or treat you unfairly? Is your work difficult because you are a Christian? Then this episode is for you, because scripture tells you precisely and practically how to handle that difficult environment, and even why God may have you there!
Your harsh boss or company leaders may be because God allows it, so are you doing what He asks?
There are many recognizable fragrances, even if I just mention a word to remind you. You can even tell where many people work by their fragrance. The Bible tells us we are to have a certain fragrance or aroma when we are working with others. Do you??
How Jesus wants us to behave at work. We Christians have been placed in our job to make an impact for Jesus, and we do so by being a bit different than others or even stand out like a light in a dark room. This episode takes us to Romans 12 for insights on how our behavior should be at work for Jesus’ glory!
In Jesus’ famous Sermon On The Mount, He told us Christians we are the salt of the earth. Many of us really don’t know how to do that or even why. This episode gives 6 specific and practical applications of being salty, and how!
We hear "Christianese" terms in church, but rarely make the connection of those terms to our home life and our job. We talk about one of those, the word sanctification, and discuss how to apply it to improve our job and witness for Jesus.
Does the grace of God cover a sinful lifestyle for Christians?
In this Q & A episode, a person asks if God’s Grace covers a continued sinful lifestyle of those claiming to be Christians.
A BJC Podcast listener asked, “how do we 'be at peace with others and be holy' as Hebrews 12 tells us to be, my co-workers are very harsh."
We answer this with practical specific things to be and do so others can see Jesus in and through you. How Christians are to be at peace and be holy with their co-workers.
Do you have an STD? You know, Sprinkler Tweaking Disorder? Find out what that means, and how it relates to staying connected to Jesus and have life to the full, in this episode.
God’s Word helps us in our job, and in this 96th episode, we talk about a Bible passage giving us 3 traits to help us improve our job.
The Bible says clamor, which is loud arguing or yelling, and evil speaking will ruin your relationships, your job, and your witness for Christ. Here is how to stop doing those!
What is wrath, and why does it ruin your career? Today’s episode explains that and how it turns into sinful anger, which also kills your career. Then we discuss how to replace those with something good.
Bitterness is a poison you take yourself, in the hopes others will be harmed. Bitterness actually is the main job or career killer and also destroys relationships. Oh, and it also harms your Christian walk. Here is why and how to get rid of bitterness.
Philippians 4:6-7 is helpful in our job because being anxious can wreak havoc with our effectiveness and successes there, and your performance suffers. It can also harm our home life.
Does your job seem like an Olympic race? The Bible tells us it sort of is, and it also tells us how to run that race to win the crown...a crown that will last forever! This episode looks at 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 and how to win in your job and with the Lord.
Do you believe the Bible helps you in your secular job? I do, and this is the first in a series of specific Bible verses to put on like blue jeans and improve your job and your focus, including impacting your eternity in Heaven!
Can the Holy Spirit help you separate your work from your home or hobbies so you can enjoy your time with them more? Absolutely! This episode talks about one in particular!
There are seasons in life, and seasons in one single day, here is how to not let one affect the other.
One thing that's constant is changes. Seasons are how God does things, and that includes our world, our life, our job, and our spiritual growth. Learn how to embrace your seasons of change and even how to make your life better with the season concept.
Jesus is the Prince of Peace, and in Him we have peace…but why did He say He didn’t come to bring peace, but a sword and division? The answer to this will make you strong in the Lord!
Did you know you have a weapon that makes you strong, and able to stop dead in its tracks any attack or temptation? This episode tells you how to use it precisely, accurately, and even when to use it...for God's glory!
Do you doubt your salvation? Have you done something to make God say you are no longer saved? What does it mean to work out your salvation? In this podcast you'll learn to have full assurance your salvation will never be taken away and then enjoy a full and abundant fun life!
The Roman soldier's helmet is a fascinating analogy of our Salvation from Jesus. Being saved is like having a helmet that protects your head from the enemy’s attacks such as doctrines of demons, doubts, and discouragement. Kevin teaches how to not be rattled by things of this world, or even thoughts attacking our head!
Your faith is a person, place, and thing. It’s also an action word. Your faith also makes you strong…so how is your faith? Does it need fixed or increased? Do people say you are a man of faith, or a woman who puts a lot of trust in her faith? This episode tells you how to increase and strengthen your faith.
You hear of the peace that passes understanding...but can you have that even during these stormy times? How about the personal storms in your life? This episode tells how, and how that peace can make you strong with sure footing in your life.
Your heart is your greatest stewardship. Here is how to protect your heart, and two ways to strengthen it!
Our world is full of lies and the truth is hard to find...or is it? We cover the first piece of the armor of God, the belt of truth. We also define what is truth, where to find it, and how to share it as a light in a dark world. How knowing Truth is both freeing, and makes you strong!
What exactly are the wiles of the devil, and how to be strong against them. Timely help for Christians since our world seems to be more and more controlled by the enemy.
Need strength to get through life in these strange times? The Bible tells us to be strong for 2 reasons, then tells us how to do it with practical application and tools to use, and being strong is easier than you think because your strength actually doesn't come from yourself... Listen to this first episode in a series on how to be strong in a world gone haywire.
Bad things happen or will happen in our job, here are 4 scripture verses to reduce your fear and give you strength and courage. These are Scripture verses every Christian worker or business owner should know.
The 23rd Psalm is cherished by all Christians for its comfort and promises in times of difficulty or troubles, but does it apply to your job, or boss? Yes it does, here is how.
Christians are to work, and actually has two or more bosses. We discuss how to work for each for Gods Glory and your benefit.
Does your hope need improving? Can your hope never disappoint you? Do you need to know where to place your hope so you can know the outcome will be positive? Then you need to listen to this episode on how to improve your hope!
There are two meanings for the word HOPE. Which are you using when you say you hope 2021 will be better than 2020? And more importantly, what gives you confidence it will be?
In this episode, we discuss the two meanings of hope, and how to turn your hope into a confident expectation and reality.
What Does Walking In The Spirit Mean? What does the practical application of that command look like in your life nowadays? This episode tells how to make the spirit of Christmas applicable all year long!
Do you wonder if you are good and acceptable to God? Being acceptable to God includes visiting widows. Here is what the Bible actually says and how to obey this critical requirement of all Christians.
Your job description as a Christian starts with one thing.
There is one thing that God desires from you more than anything else. We tell what that is, and how to do it with practical application suggestions. This is an extremely important episode in today’s times!
The Bible boils all jobs down to three different types industries. Which one of them are you working in? Can you change from one to the other? In this podcast, we talk about those three, give specific examples, and encourage you to work for God's glory!
Sarah J. Hale, and Abraham Lincoln said the word Thanksgiving can unify the polarized nation. Can it do so today? I think so!
Thanksgiving is an interesting word, even a powerful word that if done correctly, can heal a hurt person, and even unify a polarized nation!
Want to really enjoy studying Matthew Mark Luke and John? Here's some fun and interesting tidbits to help you get the most out of them!
Satan attacks the Bible with lies, deceiving even the scholarly. Here are a few lies even Christians might believe.
TFL is pursuing skill in whats important to you.
There are some amazing things about studying Scripture, here are several of them, and how you can get the most out of your time in God's Word.
The three most important things when studying the Bible is the same as for real estate. Learn what those are, and the STEPP process to help you study, remember, and apply God's Word.
Some say there are contradictions and errors in Scripture, here is why they are wrong. Studying Gods Word is profitable, here is what you get when you do. Tips For Life is "What is the most controlling influence in your life?"
Reading the Bible profits a little, but studying it profits a LOT. Here's why you should study God's Word.
God has probably poured a lot into you such as teaching, abilities, talents, and passions and desires. It may be time to give hIm a return on His investment in you, here's how!
The literal essence of a Christian is to be a godly influence on others, including your family first, and co-workers too...everyone whom Jesus brings into your life. It's a way to Glorify God! This episode gives practical advice on how, and who to influence!
Tips For Life is some fun stories about living near Yellowstone National Park.
Being skillful at your job gives you more opportunities and gets you noticed. You can also be more useful as God's faithful servant. Here's how to be skillful! TFL is “Tips of your trade”
Integrity is severely lacking in most people today, yet it should characterize a true Christian. Here is how to have or improve your integrity at your workplace and home life and light up a room for God’s glory!
The Bible tells us how to live in these trying times, including how to deal with verbal attacks, and how notable Christians in history did too. I cover three basic tips for acting biblically around people whose opinions differ from yours.
When you know why others have different opinions than you do, it helps you understand and have a discussion with them in ways that open the door to sharing the gospel and glorify God.
Working from home can be a frustrating struggle and probably not very productive, here are tips to get more work done, give confidence to your boss, and actually enjoy working from home!
Fretting is something you can finish doing once and for all. Here's a few more specific ways to quit fretting! TFL is about concrete vs greenery to reduce stress.
Fretting can choke the peace out of you. Here are additional specific things you can do to not fret, and receive two specific promises from God. TFL is how to count God's blessings.
Fret is worry with frustration, and it will choke the life out of you. Psalm 37 gives us 14 specific things you can do to reduce fret. We cover several more in this episode, including the Christian's response to drinking alcohol.
A frustrated Pastor sparked an idea: Why is God allowing church disruptions now? Why is it so hard to get church back to normal, and minister to people? Maybe Jesus isn't pleased with normal? Maybe we should flip church upside down...
The Bible says "Do not fret", then gives several practical things you can do to not fret, or worry, or fear, or... We cover six of them here from Psalm 37.
Many people want to see a bear but are too afraid of them to hike in the Rocky Mountains. These tips from a seasoned Yellowstone area hiker and hunter will calm your fears with knowledge so you can enjoy God's magnificent beautiful creation using the senses He gave you. A useful Tip For Life!
How a Godly worker gained the favor of his pagan boss.
Here is how a godly man gained the favor of an un-godly pagan Ruler many years ago. Ezra was so impressive, the Ruler let the Jews go free to return to Jerusalem, and even arranged funding and materials for them to build God's Temple!
Wouldn't it be nice if the Bible would have a chapter on what's happening today?
Some people say Scripture isn't relevant anymore because it's thousands of years old. If it mentions today's stories and even what you are thinking like a current events commentary, wouldn't it be relevant? Maybe it does!
Being a faithful wife means a lot more than you think! In this final marriage tune-up episode, we give practical and biblical advice (and a few surprises!) for being faithful!
Christian Wives are told in the Bible to submit to their husbands, but the true meaning and reason is actually fantastic for you and even more dignified that you think!
Let's face it, men need help! A wife's role in a godly marriage includes helping and completing her husband.
In Genesis 2:18 God created Eve to help Adam and complete him, and those are still required of wives today because guys still need help. Here is how and why you should for a joyous and fulfilling marriage!
The main requirement God has for wives is to respect their husbands, yet most men say their wives don’t respect them. This episode gives Christian wives practical suggestions on how to respect their husbands.
33 years of marriage and counseling married couples have revealed 12 mistakes most Christian husbands make. We tell you what they are so you don’t make them yourself!
One of Jesus' 12 Apostles was married and gave great advice to husbands, and did so in one verse! One requirement is to honor your wife, and this podcast tells how to do that!
God requires a husband to lead his wife and family, but there are misconceptions about what that means, so few men do. We dispel those myths by studying what the Author means and give practical applications to improve your marriage.
What does the Bible mean for husbands to dwell with understanding? We unpack this requirement so you are obedient to God and your marriage can improve dramatically!
Losing something to gain something better is hard, but worth it! Godly husbands should lose one thing, and in doing so, will gain 16 wonderful biblical ways to love your wife.
The most important requirement God has for husbands is to love your wife. However, guys have a hard time doing that and need some advice. Here is how to love her the way God expects you to, and the ways she wants.
Marriage is best and fulfilling, and as God designed when you do certain things. Here are 4 things you can do to make your marriage better.
The Bible gives 4 things to do for the best marriage, which we need to be reminded of so we can tune-up our marriage to be awesome!
Tune-up your marriage with these four components and watch it dramatically improve!
What does the Bible say about this current pandemic and turmoil? Churches unable to meet together. Is it unprecedented, or has this happened in the past? If so, what should we learn and or do differently?
Automobiles need tuning up occasionally, and it’s best to use Original Equipment Manufacturer’s parts. Marriages need tuning up too! And with God’s “parts”. This first episode in the series is why God designed marriage. Marriages are being strained nowadays, time for a tune-up - with OEM parts from God.
Every worker does two things each day: Prepare and clean. Christians who work do them each morning before going to work...here is what they are, and how to do them for God's glory!
We are commanded in the Bible over 50 times to Fear Not. How are you doing with that? Strong courageous Christians are a beacon of light who biblically think rationally, trust God, look to Jesus with hope and peace like a ship at anchor. Here’s how!
Finally, something you get! God promises to give you in return what you give others at your job. Also, learn about gopher fishing!
God always fulfills His promises, and this episode tells what God promises to do in your job if you do something first.
Should you make friends at your job? Should you witness at work?
Scripture says to do goodwill toward your boss, co-workers, vendors, and customers. This episode tells how to do that Also why making friends at work may not be a good idea, why "Bible-thumping" isn't good, and how Jesus was with His "co-workers".
Moral values are scarce, people don't take responsibility for their actions, and integrity is severely lacking in our society today. However, if you have those, you stand out head and shoulders above your co-workers and your career will improve! Here's how!
How to biblically improve your job and increase your chances of a promotion, get a raise, or a good bonus by having and doing these two things. How to work as if working for Christ, and how He worked as a carpenter too!
We hear how pride is bad and sinful, but is it really? We hear we're to be humble and meek, but doesn't that mean weak and timid? This episode biblically sets the record straight about those terms and is guaranteed to improve your job!
Obedience is hard for most of us Americans, especially if we have a difficult boss or supervisor. Here's how to learn to be obedient, get along a LOT better with your boss, and improve your career!
Did you know the Bible gives great advice on how to work and improve your job? God's Word even says how to advance in your career. This first episode in a podcast series will help you improve your job, and actually work as if working for the Lord!
Museums are the best way to learn about a topic or event. Experience vivid imagery and typology and meet the people of Hebrews 11 by attending The Faith Museum. It's the best 40 minutes you'll ever spend!
Faith is necessary to please God, but most of us wish we had more. Some of us even lose faith at times. Here is how to increase your faith, and not lose what you have!
Christians can learn from Rock Star Alice Cooper that you can serve Jesus where God has you even if it's not in church, or you feel stuck in your job, or live in a small town. Here are three components to serving Him where you are.
Here are some pet peeves of mine and maybe yours too, then I realized a common thread in all of them, which is something that's missing in our society! Learn what is missing, and how to bring it back!
When you quit doing the 5 things that annoy others, replace them with these three new traits that will brighten your life, and others too!
Swadling cloths and a manger are part of the Christmas story, find out what they are, and why we read and sing about them, their meanings will blow you away!
The most famous question is "What is my purpose in life?" Christians similarly ask "How can I glorify God and fulfill the reason He created me?" I spent 25 years researching the answer to that question and wrote a book about what I found. 16 specific things we can do to glorify God. I then discovered the most amazing thing, the TRUE BIBLICAL definition of WORSHIP! This book is a must-read, and seriously the best gift for any Christian.
Christians have questions, and this book answers many of them. How to pray so God hears, and answers. How to increase your faith. How much does God really require me to tithe? How to study the Bible, it's so big and daunting? Aren't there errors and contradictions in the Bible? Which rules in the Bible really apply to us today? Can I worship God if I can't sing?
Probably the best how-to book on Christian growth to ever be written, you will NOT be disappointed, and will tell everyone you know "You have to read this book, it will transform your life for the better!"
There are 5 things that really annoy people. They're harmful to yourself, to those you love, and to Jesus. This episode unpacks each of those five, and how to stop them, which will greatly improve your life and relationships!
Do you know what the most famous question is? Is it "What's my purpose in life?" or "Why am I here?" I tell you what it is, and answer it in a VERY important way that will change your Christian life and bring glory to God!
Sarah J. Hale, and Abraham Lincoln said the word Thanksgiving can unify the polarized nation. They thought so firmly it would, they enacted a National Holiday to ensure we do it. Can it do so today? Thankfulness reaps other rewards too, including healing the hurting, so listen to find out more!
I did this one thing every morning before work, and it made an incredibly positive impact on my career.
Prayer and Bible reading each morning removes the 3 c's of clutter, confusion, and condemning, and replaces them with the 3 e's of enlighten, encourage, and energize.
Here is how and why it works with two examples of people who did this.
This one word is super important to every Christian, it takes some work, but doing this will change your life, and positively impact those around you.
Scripture says we are to endeavor to be like Jesus, sort of a mirror image of Him. Making wine doesn't count...but looking at His ministry and doing likewise does. This podcast explains what that means and gives practical things you can do.
Does thinking about work hijack your quality family time? Do the stresses of your job come home with you? Here is how to leave work there, and give full attention to your family time or other interests.
We are created in the image of God, and are told in Scripture to be like Jesus. How do you do that? What does that even mean? This episode will explain and give practical application advice on how to be the image of God.
God gave us work as a gift, do you work as if it is? Do you sense God's pleasure while you are working? This episode tells the Bible's reasons for work and how to be fulfilled in your job, and especially feel God's pleasure when you do.
Stress grips many of us, but the Bible tells us how to get a grip on stress, and greatly reduce it so it doesn't hamper our job, home life, and health. This episode gives practical how-to advice and even suppliment suggestions to overcome that feeling of "impending doom" caused by stress.
The Bible is a large and daunting book, but it's meant to be read in bite-size pieces, here is how to read and even study God's Word, the Bible, so it's relevant, easy, and fun! It's the main way God speaks to us.
Some days you don't think so, but your job, and the requirement to work is actually a gift from God! In this bonus episode, you will learn a dozen biblical reasons why your job is a gift from God, and work is for your benefit, the benefit of others, and for His glory.
This key biblical concept to getting along with others and being "light in a dark world" was learned the hard way by the Apostle Paul, and we all should learn it too, and do it! Lack of doing this is how the enemy causes disruptions and church break-ups.
Sometimes we pray and feel like God doesn't even hear our prayers, and certainly doesn't answer them. That may be because we are doing one or more of things the Bible says prevents God from hearing us. This episode discusses those, how to correct them, and how God answers your prayers, and helps you "get on the same page as God".
Are your prayers lame? Are they annoying to God? Jesus taught us how to pray, but few Christians do His way. This episode teaches how to pray as Jesus taught, and you may be surprised by what you learn!
God wants a relationship with you and wants to hear from you always. This episode tells how Jesus opened the door for communication directly with God, and how you can have a normal communication with Him using one or all of four different prayers. It's how you can pray without ceasing as the Apostle Paul said!
Welcome to the Blue Jeans Christian Podcast where we take your faith and the powerful Word of God and make them as practical and relevant to your job, home, and hobbies as your favorite pair of blue jeans are on a Saturday. This trailer describes what the BJC Podcast will be about, including several upcoming topics.