Soldiers of Christ: Recent Episodes
John Zinsmeister
Trusting God is not always easy. In fact its one of the hardest things we do as Christians especially when times get tough! In this episode we look at the story of the man with a withered hand in the Gospel of Mark 3:1-6. This man had a hand that was completely disfigured and was embarrassed and ashamed of it. Jesus calls this man out in the synagogue and calls him to come forward. This man could of ran away in shame and embarrassment because of his hand but instead he trust Jesus and Jesus heals his hand. It's not easy to trust God but he always has our best interest. God will for us does require suffering not to punish us or to make us feel unloved rather he loves us so much that he wants us to grow closer to him by trusting him through our trials we face and by trusting him we become stronger as a person and in our faith in him. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-zinsmeister/support
Let's be honest it is hard to stay strong in our faith when life storms comes at us. In this episode I talk about the story of The Calming of a Storm at Sea in the Gospel of Mark 4:35-41. Here the disciples lack faith because of the storm and Jesus calls them out for not having faith. When we go through hard times in our life, we can sometimes be like the disciples in the boat, but Jesus reminds us to fear not for I am with you. We must have faith in Christ at all times through the hard times but also the good times. The only way we can stay strong and even become stronger in our faith in Jesus if we continue to grow in our relationship with him a relationship, he is desperately wanted to have with us, and we should want the same no matter how hard life gets or how great life is we should always be seeking a relationship with Jesus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-zinsmeister/support
In this episode I go over a in depth on the Gospel of Mark. I discuss the two fundamental questions that the Gospel of Mark answer and they are, who is this Jesus called Christ? and what does it mean to be his disciple?
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Let's be honest loving others can be extremely hard. This Sunday is the fourth Sunday of Advent, and the theme is love. In this episode I discuss the challenges of love and somethings we need to have in order to love others well. I also share a story of a time in my life when I wasn't such a good person to someone who continue to show me love and how it changed me and taught me how to love others today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-zinsmeister/support
It's the third week of advent which is the week of Joy! In this episode I discuss how we can find Joy in the hard times in our lives. Joy is sometimes label as a happy feeling and although we may experience that sometimes Joy is not always about feeling happy. Joy is about seeing the good that God has done and will continue to do for us especially in the hardest of times.
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The season of Advent starts this Sunday and in this episode I discuss the basic history of what Advent is the history of it and why Christian should partake in the season of Advent. Remember its not a requirement to partake in Advent however it is an opportunity to grow deeper and closer in your relationship with God.
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In this episode I discuss John 8:2-11 talking about the women who committed adultery and how show Jesus showed her compassion and how he shows us that same compassion for us.
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In this episode I talk about the story of Job suffering and how we as Christians can learn from Job through the times we face suffering in our lives. It is important to acknowledge as Christians we will suffer but through our faith in God and the people we surround ourselves with we can get through those tough moments in our lives.
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In this episode I talk about how we can face and overcome our fears in our lives by surrendering them to Jesus and what are some ways we can do that.
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In this episode I am coming in hot with the truth and reality of the bible. It is not a hallmark book its a tough messy brutal book to read but its the truth and God calls us to live that truth each and everyday. The bible purpose is to warn and inform you about the truth of God and sometimes it can be hard to take in but never forget the bible was created out of God love for us and how to live a life that will lead us to heaven because God wants you in heaven with him!
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In this episode I talk about why its important to be very careful who we allow in our circle and when it is time to cut those out who don't deserve to be in our circle.
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In this episode I talk about how this coming new year instead of a new years resolution let us set goals and challenges for ourselves everyday instead of one day a year that we all know most of us will not commit to. God calls us to grow everyday so let us set goals for ourselves each and everyday so that we may strive to be better. There is no limit to how much we can grow as long as we apply ourselves.
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In this Christmas episode I discuss what the Christmas season is truly about and how we as Christians should live in the time of the Christmas season. I also talk about the hot controversy as a Christian should you allow your child to believe in Santa or not? Find out by listening to this episode.
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The importance of accepting and embracing the change we come to face in our lives.
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In this episode I talk about how important it is to not worry about what others think about us and rather focus on who God created us to be. The hard truth not everyone is going to like so why waste times on those who are not willing to pour into your cup but rather drink from it. People will use and manipulate you to thinking your a bad person or your not good enough for their own benefit. This episode I want to remind you guys that the only approval that matters is God and don't allow toxic people in your lives to destroy your self worth. There are people who come into our lives to encourage and accept us and then their are people who come in our lives to take from it for their own personal needs. Be careful who you allow in your friend circle because words are just words at the end of the day what truly matters is our actions.
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This is one of the most important episode I have ever record. In this episode I share my story with what it was like growing up with dyslexia and how I struggle with my identity for many years because I was allowing people perception of my struggles with dyslexia formulate what they thought of me rather then seeing who God created me to be. I now see my dyslexia not as a burden or a disability but rather a gift and an opportunity to grow. I truly believe God knew that I was strong enough to handle the challenges of dyslexia to help me to become a strong man of God. Dyslexia is not a disability or a burden but rather a gift and opportunity that only few get the chance to experience. My hope and prayer that anyone who is struggling with dyslexia or knows someone who is struggling with dyslexia that this episode gives the encouragement and know that its a battle to be dyslexic but only God gives his toughest battles to his strongest warriors.
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In this episode I talk about how we can obtain the strength of God. We all know that God strength is there for us but we don't always use it and I discuss how in some ways we can obtain the strength that is given to us through what the bible tells us.
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In this episode I get real and deep with the harms and struggles I faced with a porn addiction. Porn addiction is a serious addiction and we need to be aware of the harms of it and stand up against the porn industry. Porn is not sex and its not what sex was attended to be. We need to be aware of the harm and effects porn has on people and support and love those struggling with a porn addiction and help and encourage them on the road to recovery!
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In this episode I talk about the importance of unity something our world is extremely lacking even in the Christian community.
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In this episode I talk about the difference in what prayer is and what prayer is not. Its important to remember that prayer is not about us but about our relationship with God and listening to what God has for us and not what we want for ourselves.
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In this episode I talk about the value of discipline and how we need to be careful not to confuse motivation with discipline. Discipline is act of self control and determination and motivation is a feeling of encouragement.
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Lets be real talks about the struggles we face in our life and how we are not alone in facing them. It is ok not to be ok never be ashamed to admit your not ok.
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In this episode we read and discuss the Gospel of John 6:16-21. It is easy to allow fear to control our lives but as Jesus tells us in the Gospel do not be afraid for it is I. Jesus calls us in the moments of fear to turn and to trust him allowing him to comfort us. It is not always easy to do however it is important because if we allow fear to consume us it can pull us away from our relationship with God and attached to sinful things.
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In this episode we read and look over the readings for the fourth Sunday of Lent. I do the second reading and the Gospel. The readings are 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 and Luke 15:11-32.
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In this episode I discuss the Gospel of Matthew 5:17-19 and talk about how Jesus did not come to abolish the law but to fulfill it. We are called to live, obey and teach the commandments and Jesus even says those who don't are called least to the kingdom of God. It is not always easy to uphold the commandments however, this does not mean we shouldn't and we as believers should hold our self and our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ accountable.
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Its been almost a year sense I've posted an episode. I am happy to announce that I am back and will be posting more episodes and sharing and spreading the good news of Jesus Christ. In this episode I give a update in what has been going on in my life this last year and why I've been away from podcasting. I also shortly discuss the fears and the unknowns going on in our life and in this world and how we should always give God control especially in the hardest moments.
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This week episode we finish up the passion of Christ story in Matthew 27:1-61. Its important to remember on this Good Friday in what Christ did for us so the least we could do is live for him.
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In this episode we read the first part of the passion of Christ in the gospel of Matthew 26:36-75.
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In this episode we really dive deep into talking about how love is to give and not expect anything in return. We take a look at the gospel of Luke 6:27-35 and see that Jesus is calling us to love our enemies which is something that is not easy to do. However, the more we invest and have that relationship with Jesus the more possible it becomes for us to love like Jesus and this is something he is calling us to do.
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In this week episode we look at the gospel of Luke 6:36-38. I discuss the importance of forgiveness and how Jesus calls us to forgive those who have done wrong to us. I emphasize that forgiveness is not easy but good for our hearts and our faith.
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In this episode we look at Matthew 7:13-14. We learn that Jesus tells us the path way to heaven is very narrow and those who choose the path to eternal life are very few. We learn the tough reality that not everyone is going to go to heaven and there may even be people in our lives now who will not make it there. This lent season it is important to reflect where we are at in our relationship with Jesus and are we on the path towards eternal life? Jesus wants us in heaven but just because he wants us does not mean we will necessarily get there . In order to follow the path of eternal life we must give our life to Jesus and trust him fully and give up our wants and desires.
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The season of Lent is officially upon us! It is a season of prayer, almsgiving and repentance. In this episode we talk about what lent is and why its important. We read and go over the Gospel for Ash Wednesday which sets the tone for the season of Lent. The Gospel is Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18.
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In this episode we look at Hebrews 12:4-13 and discuss why God disciplines and the importance to his discipline.
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The season of Advent is upon us! In this week episode we discuss the importance of the season of Advent and, how we can take this opportunity to grow closer with God.
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In this episode I read 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6. I discuss how we should stay awake and sober for the coming of the Lord.
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In today's episode we look over the Gospel of Luke 14:1-6. In this reading we see that the Pharisees are trying to catch Jesus to do something unlawful. Jesus however proves to the Pharisees that the sabbath is not just a day of rest but a day of doing good works and to heal. Jesus calls us to do the same on the sabbath and its important to listen to his call.
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In this week episode I talk about how important is to pray for our enemies and not allow our anger to want the worst to happen to them. I also discuss Philippines 4:6-9 and how we should think whatever is lovely, gracious, just, pure, and excellence and worthy of praise for this is who our Lord and savior is.
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In this week episode I read and discuss the parable of the two sons in the gospel of Matthew 21:28-32. I also read 2 Corinthians 1:5 and talk about suffering and encouragement through Christ.
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In this week episode I talk about and discuss how as Christians we should stay hopeful and faithful when we are feeling broken in our life. The scriptures I used in this episode are John 16:33 and Romans 15:13.
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In today's episode will look over the gospel of Luke 6:27-38. I'll talk about forgiveness and doing unto others as we would want them to do unto us. I also talk about how its not easy to forgive and to do the right thing but Jesus calls us to do so and not to expect anything in return.
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In today's episode me and my friend Jack talk about what does it truly mean to be set free through the son of man. We also discuss how sin can effect and keep us from living in freedom through Christ. Here are the bible verses we used in today's episode, John 8:6, Romans 6:23, John 10:10, James 4:8, Ephesians 2:10, and Galatians 5:1.
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In today's episode I discuss the importance of stopping and listening and obeying the word of God. Bible verses that are discuss or used in this episode are Exodus 23:20-22, Exodus 33:3, and Luke 9:28-36.
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In today's episode we look at Romans 8:35, 37-39. We learn that nothing can separate us from the love of God but the question is not does God love us the question is do we love God?
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In today's episode we look at the Gospel of Matthew 13:24-43.
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In this episode we look over 1 King 3:5, 7-12 and we see what Solomon ask from God. In this reading we learn that Solomon could have asked God for anything instead he asked for a heart of understanding. Solomon asked for this because he was a mere youth and he wanted a understanding heart to judge God's people and to distinguish right from wrong. This is encouraging because Solomon didn't ask God for what he wanted rather he asked God to help him become the person that God created him to be. When we pray we should do the same thing and this is what I discuss on a deeper level.
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In this episode I go over Romans 8:18-23. I discuss the importance to not allow our sufferings to over come our faith in Christ. I also discuss that we have to accept as soldiers of Christ that our faith journey will not be easy and will not be comfortable and we need to be aware and accept that.
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In this podcast I have guest Jack Pitre with me talking about his ministry work with Net Ministry. We also talk about the Gospel of John 16:33. In this verse we are reminded how Jesus told us that we will live through trouble times but fear not for Jesus has conquered the world. We as Christians need to start stop allowing our fear overcome our faith.
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In tonight's episode I discuss Galatians 5:13. We are called for freedom not to use it as an opportunity for the flesh, but to serve one another through love. Christ calls us to live in our freedom that he has given us to serve and love others.
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In today's episode we talk about verse 37 and 38 in the Gospel of Matthew chapter 10. We discuss the importance of picking up and carrying our cross and to love God above all things.
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