The Daily Nugget: Recent Episodes
Mike Conan
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a recent worship experience he had with a friend. He shares insights into the worship experience and shares about a song that God used to remind Him of an amazing truth! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_koizLzeHU
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reads a section of his book that AI told him he should write! He delves for a moment into suffering and the sovereignty of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about investing in people. Though sometimes dealing with relationships can be messy, it is also our main calling in life. Mike shares a couple of things that have helped him to invest in people.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about AI and how God edits our lives. He not only calls us to change, but he is in the process of fixing us. Not only that but we stand before the Father as already fixed!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Super Bowl highlights. You may be surprised which part of the Super Bowl impacted him the most. Hint: it had nothing to do with the game itself!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about confrontation. Most of us don’t love confrontation, but some of us like it more than others. He shares some tips for handling confrontation he has learned over the years.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reads a few paragraphs from his chapter on holiness. There may not be a more important thing for humans to learn about than God’s holiness. Today’s podcast is a tiny taste of the greatness of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about not getting caught up in the moment. Life is full of challenges and struggles and our calling as Christians is not to lose sight of the hand of God in the challenges we face.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how the gospel changes our identity. We no longer are to be called orphan or slave, we are children of the living God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about John Calvin. Mike digs into some of the things that made Calvin unique and how impacted our world today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reads a couple of paragraphs from his upcoming book “The Greatest Treasure.” These paragraphs describe the kind of relationship God wants to have with us. He wants it to be based in love.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares how grace, peace, and love can impact our lives. In the gospel of Jesus Christ we get to experience all the things our souls long for, grace, peace, and love. All of us long for them!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Zwingli. This reformer started some of the traditions that many protestants still practice today. But, during his time they were all new ideas!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s call to be His witnesses in the world. Witnessing can be scary, but it is the tool God has given us to change the world. Mike shares a truth about how witnessing turned him off to other believers and also gives a blueprint for how to witness to somebody.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reads the rest of the introduction to this book. God’s character is something that we don’t spend enough time pondering who God is. We tend to bury God and forget about Him. We value Him, but unless we spend time remembering who He is, we are unlikely to appreciate Him as He intended.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the preemptive pardon that Jesus has purchased for us. Jesus has forgiven us for our future sins! This should free us to live like no one else in the world… FREE!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about pardons. What does being pardoned have to do with the gospel of Jesus Christ, EVERYTHING? As our presidents pardon people like crazy, Mike shares how us being pardoned by God should stir us!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another inspiring figure Martin Luther King Jr. He faced his fears and courageously battled the racism that was plaguing America. He had some flaws, but God still used him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of brotherhood and sisterhood. The gift of fellowship with other believers is something rich and powerful that we all need. Everyone needs encouragement and the synergy that great relationships provide.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares the last section he wrote in his book. God’s goodness in our lives demands a response from us His people Mike talks about two crucial ways to respond to His goodness. The second one may surprise you.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how our current decisions can deeply impact our eternity with God. Not too many people live for eternity in this world. If we have everything in this world, why would we want to leave it? It seems like most people don’t want to leave it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a theology movement that happened in the late 80's and 90's that still has effects today. This false gospel, like all false gospels, has a little truth to it, but also doesn't get at the most important part of the truth of Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Martin Luther. May his story of faithfulness motivate us to be faithful whatever it might cost us. He changed the entire view of the gospel!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares what God is teaching Him. It is a recurring theme of His life, God wants humility. God’s Holiness, Goodness, Sovereignty, and Power lead us to humility. And the fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reads a part of the introduction to his new book, The Greatest Treasure. This book is intended to help us grow into the people God wants us to be and live our best lives before our families and those we lead.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a piece of wisdom. The phrase “Just Do it!” isn’t exactly biblical, but it certainly has a lot of biblical parallels. God calls us to take action and be obedient.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the foundation for the gospel. We live in a world that is in desperate need of the touch of God through the gospel of Jesus. May His restorative reconciliation be released more and more.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike restarts sharing a significant figure from either church history or modern times who might inspire us. He begins with a man who lived over 600 years ago! You won’t believe what this man went through for Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about his favorite part of Christmas. He shares from John 1 and talks about the light of the world coming into the world. He shares his favorite moment of Christmas.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the glorious and powerful moment when the shepherds are called to meet Jesus. It is amazing, glorious and magnificent.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the amazing birth of the King of Kings. One would expect a spectacular event, but instead we discover very few words and what we do know seems very uninspiring. Why would God do that?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares one of the best stories of advent. When John is in the presence of Jesus, even in the womb, he is filled with a leaping kind of joy!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the promise made to David 3000 years ago and how it effects us today. God has a plan and it all revolves around sending Jesus to battle evil.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the call of Mary. Mary was told by God that her life was going to be completely uprooted. But, she was willing to do whatever the Lord would ask of her.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks a little about the marriage of Zechariah and Elizabeth. These two loved God, yet things were not turning out like they had hoped. They didn’t have a child. But, soon they would raise the greatest man in history before Jesus!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on all of the prophecies that were fulfilled with the coming of Jesus. God carefully orchestrates each part of the first Christmas to fulfill all of His prophecies about the messiah.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Matthew 2 and the story of the wise men and Jesus. These men approached Jesus with joy and humility. It's crazy that God brought them into the picture!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of Joseph. Joseph proves to be an amazing man of God who humbles himself and obeys God. He also talks about a name given to Joseph about Jesus, Emmanuel.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our great king Jesus. As we wrap up this study in Judges, we are again reminded that earthly rulers will never do, we need God to be our king. Jesus is the King of the universe, and Jesus is our King!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the importance of leadership. The purpose of the book of Judges is revealed in the last chapter. People need leadership.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Sampson’s death. He had blown it and he knew it. He begged God for one last shot, and God granted His request.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares an update on his amazing God story with His book. You won’t believe what God did, too good to be true!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what took Sampson down. It could happen to any of us. We should be on our guards against the temptation to stray with the opposite sex. It is the oldest trick in the book.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what we all have to be thankful for. He also discusses who we should be thankful to as we do life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on a story of Sampson. Sampson was a chaos creator, and God used Sampson’s chaos to deliver His people from the tyranny of the Philistines.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the birth of Sampson. Sampson came from a home with no children and his parents had little hope for kids. God had something radically different in mind!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares the story of how God spoke to him over the weekend.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Jephthah’s promise. He makes a foolish promise after a victory in battle. The promise ends up costing someone else, whom he deeply loves, their life!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Jephthah. His background was pretty crazy, yet it uniquely prepared him for everything God had for him. He would save God’s people! Sometimes God is doing crazy stuff in our lives to prepare us for something special too.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Abimelech. He was greedy for power and wiped out his whole family to lead the people of God. God paid attention to what happened and brought justice. He used evil to do it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Judges 8. Gideon has a few poor decisions after winning the decisive battle. One wonders if these decisions will come back to haunt the people.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the cycle of the Judges. This cycle in the book of Judges is a direct parallel to the struggles we face in our daily walk with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the most famous battles in the Bible. You won’t believe what God does to get the job done. When we think we need more strength, sometimes we need more God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the times when Gideon put God to the test. Mike talks about the fear that surrounded Gideon and the power of the fleece. He also shares a few fleece stories from his own prayer journey.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Gideon’s call to leadership. It doesn’t turn out like you think it will, God’s call causes him to dig deep and what he finds is fear.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Judges 6. The Israelites have gotten themselves in trouble by disobeying the Lord their God, and they are shocked that God has allowed their enemies to bring suffering their way.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about heaven. He describes the beauty of worship and especially music to take us into the very presence of God. It is a taste of heaven that can help us be faithful today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of Deborah. God raises up this magnificent strong and wise woman to lead His people. Yes, there are men in the story, but Deborah is the hero!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about elections. He shares some thoughts for all of us and a disappointment with the evangelical voters out there.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike breaks down the story of Ehud, the left handed judge. This might be the craziest and funniest story in the Bible. And yet, it points us directly to Jesus too!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares about his weekend in California. Thank you for your prayers. These God stories are absolutely amazing!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the first Judge, Othniel. The part that stands out about this brother of Caleb, was that God poured His Spirit into him for his purposes.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the importance of leadership. We as God’s people need to be led. If we are directionless, we are in trouble.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the struggle in the book of Judges. He shares how this struggle still plagues us today. If we forget the stories of God, we will end up worshipping someone else, which will only end poorly! God will allow the enemy to torment us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins a new study on the book of Judges. He begins with an introduction and a look at chapter 2. An angel speaks and delivers some not so great news to God’s people. Mike talks about how this parallels our lives when we blow it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love of God. He shares what he has been learning about how God’s love comes into our lives. It sometimes comes directly and sometimes comes indirectly.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about faith. He may define it in a way that is different than you have heard before. He also talks about how our faith can grow stronger and the effect it can have on our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. What is hope? How do we live in it? Mike talks about how hope will radically change the believer, especially when facing challenging times and needing to persevere.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being a good neighbor. He digs into how we might enter into people’s lives in such a way that they know they are loved.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the most important question in the world. Ironically, this question was asked by one of Jesus’ enemies to trick Him. Jesus turns it around and gives the most profound teaching in history.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the immanence and the transcendence of God. Why does God seem distant at times? Is there a purpose for His presence not always being palpable?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the disparities in life. Why do some people seem to have so much? And others seem to have so little? Why are we shaped, molded, and formed so differently?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a question a lot of people would ask Jesus. Many of us want to know why he hasn’t returned yet. Why has Jesus waited so long to come back and bringing restoration and healing?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another area of struggle, mistakes. Why do we seem to struggle and make so many mistakes? Some of us seem to make even more than others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins a new series on questions he would ask Jesus. He begins with the toughest question of all of them. Why does God allow so much pain?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares one final reflection on 2 Corinthians. He hi-lights a few of the key sections of the book and boils the entire message down to two things. One, changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ, two charged by Christ to take the message to the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike walks through the last section of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. Paul shares some insights in how the church can best experience the love and peace of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we can test our faith and know that it is true. He also talks about the main call of the leader! Yes, leaders are at times to challenge, but their main job is to build up!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a tough section of scripture for our modern world. God doesn’t just call us to be passive and tender. Sometimes God calls us to be strong and bold and step into the power of His Spirit to issue warnings and have hard conversations.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being careful what we believe and what we do with what we believe. The Bible says everything must be established by two or three witnesses, we should not take one person’s word for things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks 2 Corinthians 12. Paul defends his character to these men who have been attacking his character and misleading his flock. He gets defensive, not sure if this is a good thing or a bad thing.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into 2 Corinthians 12. In this amazing section of scripture, Paul describes an amazing experience Paul had with God. He was shown things that only a small few people had ever seen. Yet, God also humbled him by giving him something that tormented him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into 2 Corinthians 11 where Paul describes the challenges he faced as an apostle. It is quite a challenging list. Hard to imagine anyone would go through all of this for a lie…. maybe it was all true!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s call to be people who are prepared to share the gospel. He offers some ideas of how we can do this. He also shares some motivations that may help us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into 2 Corinthians 11. Paul goes on the offensive against the teachers who have come into his church and taught doctrines contrary to his beliefs. He calls them devils described as angels!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his study in 2 Corinthians 10. Paul talks about the criticisms he was facing. In this criticism, he gives us insights into a couple of things that will transform us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a way that Christians are called to battle the devil and his influence in people's lives. You will be shocked at what he says.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the problems Paul faced as a leader. Paul gives every leader a couple of tools to help us when we face challenges and struggles.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares his own journey with money. Is money a blessing from God or is it a temptation that can pull us away from the presence of God. Or is it both?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about generosity. Paul gives us some guidelines for how and why we should give. Our hearts are the most important thing, but God also wants us to give in faith, generosity and joy!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about humility. Are we supposed to be people who solely live for the glory of God and teachers others to do the same, or are we supposed to lead people to bring us glory? Is there a place for both?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about generosity. He goes into detail about the call of Christians to especially help their brothers and sisters in need. He shares the struggle this was for the Corinthians and the challenge it can be for American Christians as well.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike picks up in 2 Corinthians 8 and shares one of the most inspiring acts in the Bible. Paul understood the power of example. This is the type of story that will move you to take a second look at your own life and decisions!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the providential hand of God. Where do we see God’s hand and how do we see it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the struggle they have been on to stay faithful attending church. So many forces seem to work against the worshipping of the true God. Mike shares a bit of the journey he and the family have been on and what finally got his kids back to not wanting to skip church.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it has meant to him to have others stand up for him and his beliefs. Part of the role of a leader is to step forward and stand up for truth. It provides sheep with the safety and cover they need in a world that has moved away from biblical values.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike finishes his thoughts on the rules in society today. He looks at how our socioeconomic backgrounds impact our opportunities and our outcomes. It isn't always a race thing, and often the extra rules don't end up helping in the long run.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion on rules. He shares two of the main things that cause us to make rules. Hint, they may not be what you think they are…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the origin of rules. He shares about the challenge of being in a rule-laden environment and the joy and freedom of being in a free environment. Obviously, as sinful people, we all need rules, but do we need so many?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a huge thing in the Christian faith. Every Christian is called by God to remember those in need in our midst. Mike talks about four vehicles God has given us to remember the poor.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of confession. He shares the journey he has been on over the summer to become faithful at confessing sin and seeking restoration with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the impact of kindness. In this new series of freebies, Mike shares things he has learned over the last few months and years of just being a regular parishioner. He begins by looking at how kindness changed his family and ultimately led them to change churches.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Godly grief and how this kind of grief is a good thing. When we experience Godly grief we find renewal in our relationship with God and with others. Paul and the Corinthians were able to be reconciled by having true repentance.
Today o the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks a familiar passage from 2 Corinthians 6. What does it mean to be unequally yoked? God calls us to be careful how close we get to people who do not share our beliefs and values.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Paul’s open heart to the people in Corinth. Paul didn’t seem to give up on people. Even when they rejected him, he begged them to open their hearts up to him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Christian nationalism. Is it a good thing for Christians to love their country? How much should Christians try to change the government? Is there a way to live that honors Christ but doesn’t offend the pre-Christian people around us who do not share our values?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our identity as followers of Jesus in this world. We recognize that our citizenship as Christians is in heaven with God. Christ has already seated us in the heavenly realms. Now, we live on the earth to make Him known.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another one of his absolute favorite Bible verses. This verse might be the best summary of the gospel in the entire Bible. As we think about our call to share the gospel, knowing this verse can make it a little easier!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a verse that completely transformed his ministry. He shares the story of learning under well known teach Larry Crabb. Dr Crabb taught him something that radically transformed his entire ministry.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a profound change that happens when we become followers of Jesus. We no longer look at people the same way anymore, especially other believers. The world treats people a certain way, Christians are called to be different.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s mission for our lives. He specifically talks about what needs to be the driving force of this mission, the love of Jesus. When our lives are focused around the love of Jesus, our ministry will be much more effective than if we focus it on anything else.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about standing before the “Judgment Seat” of Christ. Paul said this was a strong motivator for him and others to please the Lord in this life! If you know what you knew really mattered to the one who would judge the world, how would you live differently?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the amazing promise that we will someday be present with the Lord. As Christians, this is the ultimate experience. Paul says that life on this earth cannot compare to being present with the Lord.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what our new bodies will be like in heaven. Many of us will have the beauty we have been searching for our whole lives. One day we will have true beauty and it will be amazing! It will also not be what we think!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our heavenly bodies. One day we will all be fully healed, fully restored and have bodies that can do amazing things. What happens to our bodies when we die??
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the challenges we face in this world and how we can find courage to face them. Christians have more hope than anyone, and it changes us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the change in the human life after we meet Jesus. God doesn’t just change our hearts, He changes our lips as well. We become people of gratitude.
Today on the Daly Nugget, Mike talks about the suffering the Apostle Paul and the early Apostles face. He talks about the parallels of today. How can these passages be of comfort to us
Today on the Daly Nugget, Mike talks about the suffering the Apostle Paul and the early Apostles face. He talks about the parallels of today. How can these passages be of comfort to us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a powerful verse from the Apostle Paul. We are all like a bunch of dirty old pots. Completely humble and yet God deposits the greatest treasure in us, Himself! And we have been entrusted with the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the darkness in our world. How dark is it? Is there any hope for the world? Christians are called to be light in the darkness.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about doing ministry with integrity. The Apostle Paul shares a few things that made his ministry successful. We would be wise to learn from him too!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about the glory of the New Covenant. Paul ends this section with a climax. You and I are being transformed into more glorious creatures every day!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks a little bit more about the glory of Christ compared to the glory seen in Moses’ face. Can you imagine that Christ is so much more glorious than that? He is amazing!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the glory of the New Covenant. We are living in a time where Holy Spirit has caused us to have a new relationship with God and God’s law. This new relationship isn’t perfect, especially compared to the time that is coming, but it is so much better than the one before Christ came.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the only thing that gives any of us the right to serve. The Apostle Paul claims that it is only because God Himself has qualified and called Him that He is able to serve.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the best way for us to know we can trust someone, especially a church leader or teacher. The fruit in their lives and the fruit of those around them is the key!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it means to smell like Jesus. To some we smell like the sweet smell of life and goodness, to others we smell like death and despair.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a moment when Paul has a difficult decision to make. Do the ministry God has opened a possibility for him to do or trust the prompting in his Spirit.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about something the devil hates. God loves it when repentant sinners are restored to the family of God. He loves to see His people look past their pain and offer to others the same forgiveness they have received.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the pain of leadership. The Apostle Paul describes the pain he feels when he thinks about visiting a church that is out of line with the gospel of Jesus. It is painful. Mike talks about the pain all leaders feel when they have to do and say hard things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about working for joy. What did Paul mean when he said he was working for people’s joy? The Christian default setting should be joy. When it is disrupted, God works to restore it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the kind of faith that brings unity. He shares amazing stories of God’s Spirit working in others that made him feel united with other believers. Maybe we don’t have the same faith, maybe we do, but the Holy Spirit brings us unity.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a popular scripture passage on the faithfulness of God. God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. He does not change. He is faithful to keep His promises.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what happened when the Apostle Paul went into a church. People had an experience of grace that was so profound that he longed for them to have it again. Mike talks about what is an experience with grace!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about teaching to our audience. The best communicators in the world have figured out how to connect with the people they want to receive the message. It isn’t about them, it is about God and the people who would receive the message.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the reasons we go through suffering. God wants us to experience the power of deliverance. God uses challenge in our lives to teach us to depend on Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a promise of Jesus that many of us don't focus on. We are told by Jesus that we will face challenges in this world. In today's section of 2 Corinthians Paul describes the depths of despair they have faced.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the comfort of God. God’s presence is very real and He is able to change our countenance. God’s comfort is so real that when we experience we can pay it forward to others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the reasons why God may take us through challenging times. It can be hard to fathom, but sometimes God has us suffer because He is preparing us to minister to others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces a new book that he will be going through. In this introduction to the book of 2 Corinthians we learn a little bit about the author and the people who are receiving this letter. We also get a hint what the letter might be about.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about grace. He shares a story from this week where he needed grace and extended grace to others. We all should be people of grace who make mistakes and forgive each other as the Lord has forgiven us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about anxiety. How does anxiety interact with the story of our lives? What causes it and where can we find comfort what it knocks on our door?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our identity. We as sinners can sometimes try to shape our stories to make us look better. When we learn to trust God, we will find satisfaction in Him, not the approval of others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues talking about stories. Perhaps the most important thing Christians are called to do is enter into other people’s stories. We are train ourselves in God’s story, to be people who look for His handiwork.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a crazy travel story from this weekend and how God may have used it for His purposes. Are we on the lookout, especially when circumstances are interrupted, for what God may have for us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Bible being a collection of amazing stories. The Bible is a series of stories about human frailty and struggle. God sent Jesus right into the middle of our story, He offers us hope.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the form of a story. How do stories unfold in the Bible and what does that mean for our lives today. Hint: God uses everyday life to take us where He wants us to go in every part of our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Bible being a collection of amazing stories. The Bible is a series of stories about human frailty and struggle. God sent Jesus right into the middle of our story, He offers us hope.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of story. God works in people’s lives every day. When we hear about God working it encourages us in our own walks with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a story that came out of the retreat this weekend. He shares the testimony of a man who met Jesus in perhaps the most unusual way possible. God really can change us, the power of the gospel is amazing!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about having the Lord as our King. Everything in life is designed to lead us to a relationship with God where He is our King. This is where true life is found!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of thanksgiving. When we learn to live lives of gratitude it changes everything about our relationship with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion on the cycle from the book of Judges. He talks about what it is like when life gets boring. How do we handle it when we are bored with God? Mike shares the danger of it and how to avoid it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the book of Judges. He talks about how the book of Judges is a snap shot into the human existence. When Jesus is our king… things are so good.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a story about when God spoke to Him and changed His life. It involves a surprisingly powerful piece of scripture from 1 Timothy 5. He tells the story of a son and his mom who is a widow.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about humility. What does it look like to be a humble person. Why is humility such a key to living a godly life? Mike digs into all of it today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the compassion of God. God is not like us, He doesn’t boil over or overreact to things around Him. He understands everything that is going on and shows compassion to those to His people amidst their struggles.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the cross of Jesus. He specifically describes how the cross of Jesus delivers us from Hell into Heaven. Today, we not only remember GOOD FRIDAY, we remember the best Friday in history for hell bound humans.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Maundy Thursday. Why do we call it Maundy Thursday? Mike shares about the significance of this new direction that is offered to us by the King of the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to unpack Holy Week. Today He talks about Jesus’ indignation over the practices in the temple. Mike shares his own struggles with money and ministry and talks about the focus of the church… Are most churches missing something VERY important to Jesus??
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the most profound moments in history. The king of the world pauses and weeps over the people who would reject them. More than anyone Jesus knows the consequences for this rejection, for He would suffer them Himself. Do we care about lost people this much?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares about his favorite Sunday of the year. Some might think it is Easter, and it probably should be, but Mike loves another Sunday even more. He explains why in this podcast!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about faith and love. Faith, hope, and love are all necessary for us to become everything God would have for us. Faith is key, but love is even more important.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. What do we do when we, as followers of Jesus, find ourselves in hopelessness? How and where should Christians find hope?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a mountain top experience that deeply impacted someone who went on a retreat. It is amazing how getting away and focusing on God can help us stay right where God wants us to be… sign up for South Sound Men’s Weekend today, https://dailynugget.org/dailynugget/03/19/24
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a great day. He shares an inspirational story that he heard over the weekend and how God used that story to inspire him today!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a crazy thing that happened to him last week. Sometimes God takes us through crazy things, so that we may be thankful for all the good things he has given to us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Ned Flanders. Ned is the Evangelical Christian on the Simpsons. Mike digs into how he is portrayed in the show. What are his struggles and how does Ned point us to Jesus?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Lisa Simpson. She is the classic over achieving child who lives to please her parents. She excels in everything and has her complete identity in her hard work and achievements and especially the recognition she receives from them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues the fun journey into the life of Simpson. He talks about the challenges of growing up like Bart and the beauty of living a life without fear of any consequences.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into Marge Simpson. In some ways, she is portrayed as an ordinary suburban housewife. In other ways, she may have subtle sin that keeps her from God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike has a light-hearted show. He starts a brief series on pop culture. He is going to look at the characters on the Simpsons this week. Today's character, HOMER!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike finishes up with 1 Peter. He reminds us of our call to stand strong and do what God wants us to do in the world while simultaneously resisting the devil. God is more powerful than the devil and He gives us everything we need to resist him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about possibly the most popular verse in 1 Peter. Cast your anxieties on the Lord, because He cares for you. God does care about us and as we face challenges He will help us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about humility. Peter nails it that leaders should be humble and so should their subjects. Mike shares about the gift of humility that God is constantly giving to him and every other leader and follower.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about three things that church leaders are called to exhibit. Integrity,, work ethic, humility. If we can live into these things the reward promises to be great.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts discussing 1 Peter 5. Peter begins his discussion of what an elder looks like. Mike talks about the privilege, honor and joy of being a leader, even when things are hard!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Sonship. What does it mean that we have become children of the living God?
Today on the Daily Nugget, It is freebie Friday and Mike talks about something God is teaching him. How to be a loving person. God cares more about how we love people than anything else in the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about facing the judgment of God. He warns that Christians will be the first to be judged. He also encourages them to be people whose lives are changed by the gospel.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to look at how Peter addresses suffering in our lives. Peter tells us what should not cause a Christian to suffer. He also tells us where to find comfort when we do. Mike talks a bit about how we could live such good lives that we can invite suffering into our journey!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about trials. Peter tells Christians that if they are following Jesus they should expect trials. Not just regular trials but “fiery” ones. When we face those trials, there is one response we should have that may surprise you!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we are to use the gifts God has given to us. Each of us is responsible for knowing our gifts and for using them to bring Him glory. Peter challenges us to not use our gifts half-heartedly, but with full faith that God is with us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being gifted by God. Every single one of us who knows God has been given something good that we are intended to share with others. It is our job to discern this gift and then share it with the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a core difference between Christians and the rest of the world. Christians see themselves as stewards and look for ways to be hospitable to those around them. He talks about how a warped view of stewardship has hindered hospitality in the US and the west.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike tells the story of a mini miracle, where God spoke to Him. He had been wrestling through a change God wanted him to make in his life and God used the power of music to speak to him. You won’t believe it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about 1 Peter 4:8. Peter warns his people that God may be returning at any time and so they should live accordingly. Mike talks about what that might look like.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about love. In honor of Valentine’s Day, he digs into what it means to love each other earnestly.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks in detail about three categories that are almost always listed in the Bible for Christians to avoid. Some things just don’t change…. Not sex, drugs, and Rock and Roll… But, very close!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the list Peter gives us for what Christians should no longer do. It is not a surprising list. But, it is surprising how many have turned back to these things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of suffering. When we suffer there is one thing that changes more than anything else. When we know God is using our suffering to accomplish this in our lives, we can live in hope and find strength and peace.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares the story about a Hindu who has a near death experience. He goes to heaven and meets Jesus… You won’t believe what happens next. It’s not necessarily what you think!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a very strange passage. In today’s passage, Peter compares the flood of Noah with baptism. How is the deliverance of the flood similar to the deliverance of baptism?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the cross of Christ. The cross not only won our forgiveness from God, but the cross also purchased us back from evil’s presence. Jesus was so excited about His victory He couldn’t wait to talk to the evil spirits about it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Peter’s call to work for good amidst the selfishness that surrounds us. He shares what it was like for him when he stood up for what he believed was good and in the end it felt good to be on the right side of things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we can live in such a manor that people will take notice. When we learn to act as Jesus would have us act, people will see a radical difference in us. They will want to know how we can act that way.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about Peter’s call for us to return evil and insults for blessings. What would it look like if when people are rude and evil towards us if we are kind towards them? Peter says that we cannot repay evil with good.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the biggest challenges about being a follower of Jesus. We can’t treat people as they treat us. Instead, we are called to bless them even when they are rude to us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at 1 Peter 3:8. This one verse contains some great admonition for the church today. Bottom line God is wants his people to have tender hearts and eager minds.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues in 1 Peter chapter 3. The section today is on the call of a husband to be a powerful presence in his marriage. Mike shares a couple of things that all men are called to do.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts up again with 1 Peter. Today’s section is for women. What does Peter extol wives to do and be? The answer is pretty much the opposite of where our culture is going… I know, shocking, right?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the most important death in history. The one person in all of history who was perfectly obedient was sent to die by God. God orchestrated every part of His death. And many more faithful people died after Him!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a passage in the Bible that records people dying because they did not approach worship in a worthy manor. In Corinthians, Paul says that taking communion in an unworthy manor had made people ill and even killed a couple.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a time when Herod gave an amazing speech. The speech was so powerful that people thought Herod might be a god. He chose not to give God the glory and credit and God took his life. We would all do well to give God the glory in all things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a New Testament story when God takes the life of two people who were so desperate to fit in and receive praise from others that they lied. Ananias and Saphira sold a piece of property and then for some reason lied about how much they sold it for, because they wanted to receive credit for giving 100% to the church.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another thing that may get you killed. Today he talks about possibly the most powerful killing in the Old Testament. You definitely don't want to repeat this guys mistake... It may get you killed.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a time when God killed a whole bunch of people for disrespecting His leaders Moses and Aaron. God defends His people. He knows leadership is hard and He will protect His people when they are challenged.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Uzzah. A man in the Old Testament who died because the people around him decided to take a shortcut. He may have even been a noble man.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about something that God was so angry about that he actually killed people over it. You may be shocked to hear this, but complaining is something God doesn't always tolerate!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike challenges everyone to embrace the New Year opportunity God has given to us. Can you believe God has designed the world so that we can take another stab at being faithful to Him?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares about the good news of great joy that God has sent light into our darkness. God knows the evil, brokenness, and challenges we face and He has sent goodness in the form of His Son Jesus to penetrate the evil and bring us hope.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about some very strange characters who were invited to come and embrace Jesus. We call them the Wisemen, but they were more like new-age astrologers. God revealed His plans for Jesus, the king, to them too!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the main things we think about at Christmas time. God sent Jesus into the world so that none of us would be alone anymore. God has made a family for us!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Jesus being the “holy one” of Israel. Jesus was holy, he was a cut above everyone else in history. When God sent Jesus He sent the best person in history… Our response… crucify Him!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the most profound thing he ever heard about Christmas. It changed the whole way he looked at Jesus and our call to serve in His footsteps. Great reminder of what Christmas may be all about.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the incarnation. He digs into “THE INCARNATION” and what it might look like for us to follow in Jesus’ footsteps.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Jesus being the God man. The greatest mystery in human history, Jesus being fully God and fully human. Jesus demonstrated this divinity in numerous ways, Mike unpacks a few of them on this podcast.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the good news of Jesus bringing us peace. Mike talks about anxiety, what causes it and how learning to walk with Jesus can help us live in His peace.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our need to be saved from sin. Yes, we might be saved for eternity, but every single one of us needs to be saved from sin every single day. He challenges us to look at altar calls differently.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins an advent series on why Jesus was so special. Today He begins a discussion on salvation. What are we saved from anyway? Do we really need salvation?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the original Christmas story. What can we learn from the centerpiece of the story??? Little hint, the centerpiece is not only Jesus…. It is all about the news!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how to deal with a bad boss. What do you do when you find yourself in a situation where your boss is a jerk? Peter talks about a way to glorify God that may surprise you!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about 1 Peter 2, the section on government. Peter explains how Christians are to interact with the authority over them in the government, honor the emporer. He also says how governments are supposed to operate… They have only two main jobs!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues unpacking 1 Peter 2. Today he talks about learning the art of not defending yourself and letting things be settled by God. He also talks about controlling your passions.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what God has done for us and how we are to respond. He talks about how all of His work and research tie into the response God wants from us, His people.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues looking at 1 Peter 2. There is a line in the text that can be quite challenging…. “as they were destined to do.” Mike talks a bit about predestination. Why are these verses in the bible, what can they mean for us as Christians?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how knowing Jesus impacts our worship. We no longer need a building or a priest. We have become the building and the priest! What does that mean anyway?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion from 1 Peter. Today he looks at Peter’s call for us to be people who crave the presence of God. Once you have tasted the goodness of His presence, you will want more, just like a baby craves the milk of a mother.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about five important things that all of us who are followers of Jesus should be thinking about. He shares his triumphs and struggles to live into God’s calling in these areas.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how people will know if we are followers of Jesus. One of the ways they will know is that we bring brotherly (and sisterly) love to the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares the Legacy Discipleship Podcast that he recorded with Bill Duppenthaler. The whole podcast is on Thanksgiving…. Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being ransomed. What does it mean that we have been bought back by God? Who held us captive and how are we to respond.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Peter’s call to live a new life. He wants his people to not just live by their hearts but by their brains. We are called to be holy as God is holy.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about living a God-centered life. What are the alternatives to having all of your decisions revolve around honoring God? He talks about the paths that many end up choosing that do not have God at the center.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the prophecies about Jesus. The prophets longed for the messiah to come, but they knew it was not their time. Knowing we are in the most amazing time in history should change us. For the sufferings and glory of Jesus can impact all of us deeply.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion on hope. The book of 1 Peter is filled with references to hope, because the people he is writing to are suffering. Peter challenges them to find joy in their sufferings… This is a recurring theme in the New Testament. In this world we will have challenges, but we can take heart because Jesus has overcome the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. Our hope is in the triune God of the universe. This hope will not only change our future, but today as well.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts a new book 1 Peter. Today he talks about Peter’s first words, reminding his readers who he is, who God is, and what God has made them. He ends by praying a blessing over them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike takes a moment to thank Veteran’s. He talks about why he is so thankful for all of those who have served to protect and serve this great country.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about John 15. Jesus’ final words to His disciples included a formula for them to follow so that they might know His presence in their lives. As we pursue our relationship with God, we will be changed and we will change the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the amazing sacrifice of Jesus Christ. God loved the aroma of the sacrifices in the old testament. It smelled like obedience to Him. Jesus’ obedience was likewise pleasing to the Father and His righteousness has been given to us, so we smell like him too!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about angels. Are angels real? If so, what do they do and why does God send or not send them? Mike talks about a few bible stories that will shock you!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a story from this weekend. He got caught up in something that could have been destructive and God told him to stop…. It really happened, and he tells the story!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the importance of prayer and how it can uniquely change us. Through prayer we can connect with God and form a real and powerful relationship with Him. It is when we put our knowledge of His word into practice through prayer that we unlock God’s presence in our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares some insights from a podcast he recently heard. What causes us to get off course? We are going along great in life, have focus, direction, and motivation, and then something happens and we don’t keep going. Mike talks about three things that derail us from living into our calling.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike ends His series on the character of God with one last reflection on wisdom. He talks about Jesus’ line from the sermon on the mount to live as a wise man instead of a fool. Jesus tells us how to live wisely, we have to put His teachings into practice!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of Jesus. He specifically digs into the importance of Jesus demonstrating this power to the world, so that they could know who He was and where He came from.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the big deal of God’s sovereignty. Especially as it relates to “free will” or human responsibility. Bottom line, it isn’t easy to figure out, but maybe it isn’t supposed to be either.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Joy of the Lord. He specifically unpacks Jesus' purpose for coming… That His joy may be in us and our joy may be full!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the battle between good and evil. As we think about God bringing goodness to us and the world around us, we have to remember that evil is actively seeking to disrupt this good work of God. Mike shares a bit about the struggle and good news about victory!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the goodness of God. Could God’s goodness be the foundation for the Christian life? Trusting in God’s goodness is more life-changing than anything. God wants us to know and live in His goodness every day we live!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our need to belong. Every single human has a desire to be in a place where people want us. This desire is placed into us by God, it points us to our need for a relationship with God and His people where we will feel like we belong.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the holiness of God. He talks about how God’s holiness should strike the fear of God into all sinners. He also shares how this holy challenge has been solved by God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, for this Freebie Friday Mike talks about the old Army slogan “Be all that you can be.” What would it look like for Christians to be all that they can be for the glory of God?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about wisdom. He unpacks how God is full of wisdom and what that means for humanity. God wants us to know and walk in His wisdom.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the sovereignty of God. What does it mean that God is the sovereign king of the universe? What does it mean that He is the sovereign king of each of our lives?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of God. God has strength and power beyond anything that we can imagine. Mike talks about the most powerful moment in our planet’s history and what God’s power can mean for us today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the goodness of God. What is goodness anyway? Can one really know goodness without knowing evil? Will we always know goodenss.
Today in the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about grace. A great reminder of everything that God has freely and wonderfully given for us to enjoy. The only way we can receive anything from God is through a lens of grace. Let us all be thankful for God’s abundant grace!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love of God. He digs into two distinct characteristics of how God loves us. Some have one, some have the other naturally, but God has them both perfectly.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces the topic for the next month and a half. He will be talking about the character of God. He kicks off this discussion by talking about the holiness of God. Hopefully, this podcast will cause all of us to humble ourselves before God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about heaven. Can we in any way impact how we will spend eternity? Mike describes how our lives today can impact the richness of heaven.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about some of the “list” passages that describe what types of behavior will land you in Hell. He talks about what we should do when we know we have crossed the list.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hell again. This time he discusses how we trivialize hell. Why do we have a tendency to downplay the suffering in hell? There is a cultural perception that hell is where all the cool people are going to party… This could be a dangerous idea.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the destiny of Hell. Who will end up there? Mike shares a couple of different views. One he wishes was true and one he believes scripture says is true.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike is back with a bang. He shares what God has been teaching him over the last 12 hours. You won’t believe it. The odds of hearing three sermons on the exact same subject are pretty astronomical. A good time to pay attention!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the new life offered to us by Jesus. John tells us that there are four testimonies that point to Jesus being the one who can give us true life. If we have the Son we have life!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the change that happens in our lives when we meet Jesus. We become more loving people. We especially want to love other children of God. Mike also unpacks who are true children of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about fear. When we know the love of God we are changed and His love drives out all fear. We become loving people who are not paralyzed by fear of what people think of us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love of God. God’s love changes us and we in turn impact others as we reflect His love to the world. His love changes everything.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the ways of the world. Specifically, he talks about how the people in the world are influenced and how we as followers of Jesus are drawn towards truth. Our blinders are off and we can truly see the world as it is! Others remain blinded.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the mischievous work of the antichrist. How can we know if if is the Spirit of Jesus or evil speaking to us and trying to lead us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about first John. Today he digs into us getting relief from the worry and anxiety that binds our hearts. He talks about how we experience this relief through the gospel of Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it means to be loving. God wants us to be people who are not comparing ourselves to others, but instead people who look at others through a window of how we might help them. GENEROSITY.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being a child of God vs. being a child of the devil. What does it mean to be a child of the devil? How do you know if you are doing God’s work or the devil’s work?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power we have been given to walk in God’s goodness. We have the ability to follow in Jesus’ sinless footsteps.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the hope we have in being children of God. We uniquely stand out in the world. We not only have a Divine Father who loves us and cares for us now. But, it is going to get exponentially better!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the people John is writing to. He talks about children, fathers, and young men. Each one of them has a unique challenge the gospel addresses. Jesus meets us right where we need Him in our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about people who once professed the faith walking away from it. How should we as Christians react to such a thing? Mike talks about people who appear to desert a faith that they once professed, what does the bible say about it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the "world". What does it mean for us to live for God in a world that is far from Him? Is it possible to live for both? Or do we have to choose?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we would live in the light. We must learn what it means to live in the darkness, before we can fully know how to live in the light.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about sin. If we as Christians find that our lives have not changed since receiving Jesus and Holy Spirit, we should wonder if we have indeed been forgiven.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about Sin. John makes a very bold statement about the condition of humanity. All of us are in the same boat. And we are in trouble.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks one of the major themes in John’s writings., light. If we really believe that God is 100% light, It will change everything about our lives when we follow Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts a book study. For the month of June, we are going to look at 1 John. Mike digs into what John tells us about why he wrote the book. It sets the tone for everything.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about obedience. God calls us to obey Him, sometimes it means doing things we really do not want to do. But, most of the time it is great joy to do what our Lord desires of us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the importance of repentance. He unpacks Jesus’ statement that everyone should “repent and turn back to God”. Mike explains why repentance is a very important part of the life of a believer.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Jesus’ battle with the devil. Jesus stood strong against temptation. Mike talks about how we are tempted today, some things really don’t change.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the beauty and the challenge of memorial day. May we find a way to honor Jesus first, but also thank and honor those who have served us and especially those who made great sacrifices for our country.
Mike leads us in a prayer for our impact and our church’s impact in the cities God has placed us in.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a very important way that Tim Keller impacted the church of Jesus Christ. Tim had a heart to raise up churches and pastors who would work for the goodness of God in their cities.
Mike prays for God to fill us with the fruit of His Spirit instead of rotten and plastic fruit.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks more about Tim Keller’s impact in his life. He shares how Tim Keller’s work on the Fruit of the Spirit changed his life forever.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the central teaching of Tim Keller, the gospel of Jesus Christ. That humanity would be able to have a righteousness that is not their own, but the righteousness of Christ credited to them.
The central story of Christianity is that there is an absolutely incredible God who is running the world. God is much larger than we realize and the fact that we can be in a small way included in His plans is AMAZING!
Today’s Daily Prayer focuses on us receiving what God would have for us and living in it. A righteousness that is not our own.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike remembers some lessons he learned from Redeemer Pastor Tim Keller who graduated to the church triumphant last week. He starts with a lesson on sin and the law. Did you know you can sin by obeying??!?!?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about living in hope. How do we live for the next world while we are living in this one?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about patience. How should we handle it when life doesn’t go our way.
Today’s prayer asks God to lead us to people who will actually listen to us. Lord lead us into all truth.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a verse in First John. The verse is a great reminder that people who do not have the Spirit of Truth in them cannot respond to the truth the same as those who do have the Spirit of Truth in them. Truth knows truth.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about mom’s. What a great day to celebrate moms. Behind every amazing person is an amazing mom. What makes a great mom?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about living in grace. He shares three ways that grace impacts our daily living. May we all walk in God’s grace.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Iron sharpening Iron. When we put ourselves in a posture of humility with others, we can learn and grow. It is often painful, but it is so good!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the most important thing in life. It may very in how it applies, but the most important thing in life is always the same!
Mike prays for us to all have a heart to interact with people like Jesus as we try to teach them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the teaching style of a true know it all. It is remarkable how Jesus interacted with the people he wanted to teach. We could all learn a lot from his style of communicating.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the two sides of God. God is simultaneously strong and tender. We as His followers are called to live into that strength and tenderness ourselves.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a situation in his life where God showed up and brought peace, deliverance and relief. It was good.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about anxiety. How do we as Christians handle our failures from the past and our concerns about the future? We learn to trust in the control and goodness of God.
Today’s Prayer is all about asking God to help us to live for him by saying no to distractions and yes to him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about self-control. Mike talks about his own struggles to control his tongue. God calls us to say no to some things and yes to Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of confessing our sin. God promises to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. It is a good thing to make a habit out of…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Mountain top experiences. Jesus was in the habit of taking His disciples away and letting them experience His presence and showing them His greatness. These moments brought them times of refreshing.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about songs and hymns that have impacted his life. Today he talks about the hymn “It is well”. Do you know contentment in all circumstances?
When peace like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to know[b]
It is well, it is well, with my soul.
Refrain
It is well, (it is well),
With my soul, (with my soul)
It is well, it is well, with my soul.
Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
Let this blest assurance control,
That Christ has regarded my helpless estate,
And hath shed His own blood for my soul.
My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!
My sin, not in part but the whole,
Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
For me, be it Christ, be it Christ hence to live:
If Jordan above me shall roll,
No pang shall be mine, for in death as in life,
Thou wilt whisper Thy peace to my soul.
But Lord, 'tis for Thee, for Thy coming we wait,
The sky, not the grave, is our goal;
Oh, trump of the angel! Oh, voice of the Lord!
Blessed hope, blessed rest of my soul.
And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight,
The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
A song in the night, oh my soul![c]
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Hymn Victory in Jesus. He describes a time in his life where this hymn was quite powerful. The world are amazing!
Mike prays through becoming more aware of all that Jesus and the Father have done for us, so that we can share it with a lost world…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a son from his past the really impacted him. The Kry’s song Heavenbound Train. This song will help you pay attention to what matters, people.
Its such a funny feeling
As I walk into the streets
Empty eyes on people's faces
Makes me sad
When they look at me
I know they're only strangers
I might never see 'em again
But it's more than my desire
To tell them
They're riding away
On a hellbound train
Heading for the wrong destination
All like sheep have gone astray
People passing through the station
With their luggage
Full of shame
Different names and different places
But the song remains the same
The heart of man through the ages
Neeeds to be
Forgiven and free
And I'm filled with a deep compassion
That my Father's given me
I will always preach the gospel
To the ends of the earth
'Till everyone has heard Jesus is the way
To a heavenbound train
Today Mike reflects on Have Thine Own Way Lord as a prayer.
1 Have thine own way, Lord!
Have thine own way!
Thou art the potter,
I am the clay.
Mold me and make me
after thy will,
while I am waiting,
yielded and still.
2 Have thine own way, Lord!
Have thine own way!
Search me and try me,
Savior today!
Wash me just now, Lord,
wash me just now,
as in thy presence
humbly I bow.
3 Have thine own way, Lord!
Have thine own way!
Wounded and weary,
help me I pray!
Power, all power,
surely is thine!
Touch me and heal me,
Savior divine!
4 Have thine own way, Lord!
Have thine own way!
Hold o'er my being
absolute sway.
Fill with thy Spirit
till all shall see
Christ only, always,
living in me!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a classic hymn that has become a very meaningful prayer in his life. Have Thine own way Lord…. May people see less of us and more of you!
Today’s Daily Prayer is all about what Christ has done for us! His righteousness alone!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins a week-long discussion on hymns and songs that have deeply impacted his life. He begins with his favorite song of all time, The Solid Rock.
Today, Mike leads a prayer that calls on the power of God to be unleashed in our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about calling on the power of God. How do we unleash the power of God in our lives? It might be the opposite of what you think… In God’s world strength doesn’t unleash His power…
Daily Prayer today finishes up John Pipers 15 Prayers for Power.
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Lord, make me so mighty against the powers of self-justification that I never lose the humility to repent and weep for my sin (James 4:9; 5:16).
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Lord, make me so mighty in resisting the bait of frenzied productivity that I never cease to enjoy the still waters of prayer and your sweet presence (Psalm 23:2; Isaiah 46:10; Luke 10:42).
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Lord, make me so mighty against the deadly undertow of self-reliance that I am never ashamed to trust your arm, like a child with his father, in every breaking wave (Psalm 37:3, 5; Proverbs 3:5; Galatians 2:20).
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Lord, make me so mighty in seeing and mighty in savoring the promises of your sovereign grace that in all my sorrows I might never cease to sing your praise (Matthew 5:11–12; Acts 16:25; 2 Corinthians 6:10; 1 Peter 4:13).
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about prayers and wonders, specifically healing. Does God still do signs and wonders today and bring healing? Mike tackles this question today…
Today’s prayer is from John Piper’s prayers for power.,
- Lord, make me so mightily unresponsive to the honeyed lure of self-pity that I may have ever-replenished resources to return good for evil (Romans 12:17; 1 Thessalonians 5:15; 1 Peter 3:9).
- Lord, make me mighty with ruthless courage to cut off my hand at every trace of greed that I may be content with what I have (Philippians 4:11; 1 Timothy 6:8; Hebrews 13:5).
- Lord, make me mighty with happy thoughts of child and wife and King to tear out my eye lest I betray their trust and lose the purity that sees my God (Matthew 5:8, 29)
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of God to do the will of God. God has given us a mission, this mission is not easy and cannot be done on our own strength. We need the power of God.
In today’s Daily Prayer, Mike goes through the prayers of John Piper for power to change our character… May it be so Lord.
- Lord, make me so mighty in serpentine discernment that I see every opening for dove-like love (Matthew 10:16).
- Lord, make me so mightily unmoved by the sting and deceits of injustice against me that I may feel and show the miracle of undeserved compassion (Luke 10:33; 15:20; Hebrews 10:34; 1 Peter 3:8).
- Lord, make me so mightily unyielding to the enticements of selfishness that from my heart kindness forever flows (2 Corinthians 6:6; Galatians 5:22; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:12).
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of God. God gives us Holy Spirit who brings His power into our lives. This Spirit allows us to have our character changed, we become more like Jesus Himself!
Mike launches a new “Daily Nugget Prayer.” Each day he will produce a prayer to help you in your journey. Today’s prayers come from John Piper as he calls us to call on the power of God to change us. Listen and receive or repeat and make them your own.
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Lord, make me so mighty in wisdom that I know and taste that the height of might is childlikeness (Matthew 18:4).
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Lord, make me so mighty in war that I defeat every impulse in my soul that destroys peace (Hebrews 12:14; Romans 14:19; Matthew 5:9).
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Lord, make me so mighty in my hardness against bitterness that tenderness of heart is not destroyed by wounds (Hosea 11:8; Ephesians 4:32; 1 Peter 3:8).
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Lord, make me mightily unbending and inflexible in my Christ-exalting resolve to bend and become all things to all people that I might save some (1 Corinthians 9:22)
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.Lord, make my trunk and branches so mightily tough and impervious to wind and drought that I never cease to bear the fruit of gentleness (Galatians 5:23; James 3:17; 1 Peter 3:4).
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of God. He shares the origins of Power in the Old Testament and discusses the word power in the New Testament, and shares a story of Jesus’ power that is mind blowing!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about walking in wisdom. It is not enough to know God’s wise path. In order to experience the good results of wisdom we actually have to make the tough decisions and move forward in God’s goodness.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another source of wisdom. Yes, we can and should go directly to the Lord and ask for wisdom, but He has already given us His wisdom in His word, especially in the book of Proverbs.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we can receive God’s wisdom. It seems so simple, yet it isn’t the easiest thing for us to do. But, when we do it, God shows up and helps us in our time of need.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about wisdom. The Bible says that rightfully understanding who God is the most important thing if want to know wisdom. Mike describes what wisdom is and what wisdom is not.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on the coming of King Jesus into Jerusalem. It is one of the most powerful moments in history. In this moment, we see the heart of God on display.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the sovereignty of God and salvation. Are we saved by God or do we save ourselves? Mike talks about what it means for God to take a dead sinner and bring them to life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Lordship of Christ. What does it mean that Jesus is LORD? What does it mean that we are His servants?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the peace that passes all understanding. How learning to trust in the sovereignty of God helps us alleviate the anxiety we feel from our past and the anxiety we feel in the future.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s sovereignty and providence. These are not exactly the same thing, but they are similar. Bottom line God is not only in charge of the world, but He is actively working in the world for good!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the sovereignty of God. God is in charge of our world. He made it and is over everything. There is nothing and no one who isn’t under God’s authority.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the justice of God. God has consequences for our behavior. When we do good, He does bring blessing. When we do evil, He brings His discipline. Mike shares a few stories where we see God’s holy justice on display!
oday on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how holiness leads us to humility and this humility leads us to worship. The great God of the universe paves the way for us to celebrate His greatness!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Holiness of God. Mike shares two stories from the Bible about people who have encountered the holiness of God. These men both respond the same way! It may surprise you when they are face to face with God’s majesty and greatness what they do.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about light and darkness. The world we live in is a place of darkness. God did not leave us in darkness but demonstrates His holiness by sending the Light of the World into the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his series on the character of God by talking about the holiness of God. He gives a definition of holiness that will help you understand what it is and how we should respond.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we are to respond to God’s goodness in our lives. We are to be filled with gratitude and praise. The Lord cares about this IMMENSELY!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the connection between goodness and glory. He digs into one of the most popular Bible stories of all time. You may be surprised by what is there.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the second greatest story of God working for good amidst the evil in history, the first being the cross of course. But, the story of Joseph is a powerful reminder of God’s working for good amidst the sin and evil in our world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how God’s goodness unfolds in the world. God is working for good, giving people good gifts and actively displaying His goodness in the scriptures and ultimately His son to the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike offers his opinion on the greatest question of all time. Are humans good and it is only human systems that are the problem or are humans themselves not good? Believe it or not Jesus actually answered this question!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike finishes up His discussion on the grace of God by digging into cheap grace. He also talks about a central theme of grace, kindness. What does it mean that God’s grace leads us to experience kindness?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about the grace of God. He shares a silly mistake he made in the podcast last week and describes our condition before God and why grace means so much to believers in Jesus Christ and how that can impact our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the contagiousness of God’s grace. Once you begin to understand God’s grace you want everyone you know to experience it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the root meaning of the word grace in the scriptures. It may surprise you. He then describes the close connection between grace and another popular biblical term that EVERYONE wants.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about grace and how God demonstrates His love and grace to us by sending us Jesus. We are called to live into this uncommon grace and love in our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about the love of God. Today’s focus is on a God who loves us so much that He treats us like dearly loved children. When we go astray, he will show us how to get back on track. It can be painful, but it is good.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love of God. His love is not something you read about from 2000 years ago, God’s love is very real today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the compassion of God and how God is able to see our hurts, pains and struggles and extend His loving presence. He sees past our outer actions and is able to see what is really going on in our hearts, and it moves Him to show compassion towards us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how the love of God loves us so much that He took action to deliver the people He loves. In spite of everything it would cost Him, His love commending Him to send Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces a new series on the character of God. He kicks it all off with a look into what could be the most appealing attribute for us, God’s love!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about serving others and how that has helped him grow in His walk with God. Is it possible that serving others can actually be harmful?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of a good retreat. In the Old Testament and in the New Testament God would take His people, especially His leaders, up to the mountain and show them His greatness. It gave them the courage they needed to do His work! We need them today. Join the Legacy South Sound Men’s retreat on April 28-30. Come and get renewed! https://www.ourtruelegacy.com/mensweekend
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the costs of leadership. Being a president of anything is tough, you are constantly making decisions that could cost someone something or offend them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the thing that has made him grow more like Jesus than anything else. Marriage is an amazing gift. God puts someone in our life who helps us get closer to Him. Spouses are an amazing gift!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about reading books. Reading books with a Christian focus, steeped in scripture is something that has helped immensely over the years in his walk with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the effect music has had on his connection with God. Music uniquely allows us to pray with our heads and emotions connected. It is especially powerful when we do that together. Song is John Foreman's “Your Love is Strong”, it is based on the Lord’s prayer.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of obedience. Doing what God tells us to do in His word and through His Spirit draws us closer to Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a pattern of prayer that helped him. He talks about relinquishing control every day and asking the king to use him as His servant. Total game changer.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how having other people who love him and share his vision for life has impacted him. He believes fellowship is essential for us to grow.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike tells the story about how the Bible became so important to him. Reading and knowing God’s word has completely changed his life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins a series on things that have helped him connect with God. Staying close to God is a difficult task. But, God has given us tools to know him better.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion of Spiritual Authority by Watchman Nee. Today he looks at it from the angle of being a spiritual leader. He shares a few thoughts on how we should lead under the authority of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about submission. He reflects on the insights of Watchman Nee in his book Spiritual Authority. Who is in charge? Should people have authority over our lives? How should we act towards those who are in authority over us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a bonus thing that separates Christians from everyone else. Christians are involved in a local church. He makes the case for the local church and all of its benefits for the life of a believer.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the justice of God and how Christians are called to stand up for justice in an often unjust world. All of us should be moved by injustice and desire to see the good and the right happen for people.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about all things appearance. He digs in a little bit into racism, Beautiful vs non-beautiful people and even how Christians should treat same sex attracted people. To summarize, there really is no place for racism in the Christian Church.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the call of God to make disciples of all nations. Part of being a follower of Jesus is doing what He did. Christians are called to go into the world and be disciple-makers. Nothing will stop Christians from this calling in their lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a key mark of a Christian, generosity. Christians uniquely understand that all we have belongs to the Lord and that we are his stewards. God entrusts us with all that we have, not necessarily for our own joys and purposes but His.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the call of God for Christians to care for those who cannot care for themselves. With the breakdown in marriage, especially for the tragedy of death, God calls His people to step forward and help fill the gap.
"Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world." - James 1:27
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a HUGE thing that separates Christians from non-Christians. Christians call on the name of the Lord. Christians know that God’s power is available to them and made perfect in their weakness.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about perhaps the most controversial thing that separates Christians from everyone else. Christians have a lot to smile about. Trusting in God’s sovereignty and grace should free Christians up to be people who can laugh and smile, especially at their own foolishness.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the impact of the gospel of Jesus Christ in our lives. When we understand and comprehend all that Christ has done to make us sinners righteous, we are freed from trying to win the approval of anyone else.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our innate desire to belong. All of us long for a place where people want us, cherish us, and respect us. Christians have a place where they belong through the work of Christ, Christians are UNIQUELY children of God!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how in an ideal world Christians will take bold risks for the glory of God. Their relationship with God and their understanding of hope in eternity free them to live crazy lives that the world cannot understand on earth.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about why Christians seem to mess up more than others. Part of being a Christian is that you will make mistakes. You show you are a Christian by making mistakes AND how you handle it when you do make a mistake.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about listening. Christians should stand out in the world because they are people who listen to God, listen to each other and listen to wisdom wherever it may be found. Christians should also be people who love others by listening to their stories.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how Christians love differently than the rest of the world. Christians are taught by Jesus to love and live generously, not for the sake of their own gain, but for the benefit of others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s call for us to forgive others as we have been forgiven. This is simultaneously challenging and freeing. It may be the most life changing thing we can do!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues to talk about grace. Christians stand out in the world because the debt that our sins have accrued with God has been paid. This frees us from a life driven by shame and hiding from God. Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the grace of God. He describes a relationship with the most important person in the world, the creator of the world, God Himself! Christianity is the one religion in the world that offers people grace, every other religion is based on our performance.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the word Pagan. A lot of people do not like the term or think of it in a pejorative manner. Mike talks about what Pagan means and how it contrasts with begin a follower of Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the last part of bringing glory to God, humility. Christians are people who live in humility before God and others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues the discussion on Christians living for the glory of God. Today, he talks about everyday life choices that can bring God glory. How do Christians do that?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the second thing that separates Christians from everyone else. Christians uniquely live in the world to glorify the triune God of the Bible. Mike begins this discussion by talking about worshipping God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins the series by talking about the number one thing that separates Christians from everyone else in the world. Christians alone have the Holy Spirit in our lives, He reveals Christ to us and partners with Holy Scripture to show us the way of life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about perhaps the most important name given to Jesus, Immanuel. This name attributed to the promised savior is a great way for us to understand the gospel.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about light. As we think of Christmas we think about all the amazing lights that have gone up in our blocks, neighborhoods, and towns. The light is a powerful metaphor in the gospel.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a key theme of Christmas for most of us, family. May this season be a time of joy, renewal, and growth for all of our families!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the mystery of the Christmas season. During advent we uniquely remember the mysteries of our faith. Nothing says Christmas like a good mysterious present!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins a week of podcasts on the words of Christmas. Words that we use every day during the Christmas season have more impact than we might think!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how putting the seven Realities of experiencing God into practice can fill our lives with joy!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the joy of obedience. Putting ourselves in a position to see, hear, and do the will of God will create in us a joy that cannot be matched. We will be doing the very thing we were made to do!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about making adjustments to follow God. When God grabs a hold of our lives, everything will change. He will call us to adjust six parts of our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how God’s call in our lives will create in us a crisis of faith. We will quickly realize that when our life and time belong to God that he WILL use us. And when he does it will beyond anything we can imagine or anything we think we are capable of on our own,.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God speaking to us today. God will speak to us through 1) his word 2) Prayer 3) His people 4) our circumstances.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a God-centered life. Having a God-centered life will transform your life in every good way.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a key thing that changed his life. Could it be that God isn’t there to do whatever you want for Him, but instead He has things He wants you do to for Him?? Game Changer!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love of God and His invitation for us to have an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship is very real and God’s love changes us and charges us to move forward.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts his series on Henry Blackaby’s book experiencing God. Reality number 1 is that God is at work around you. God’s word tells us where He is working and He calls us to join Him there.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces this new advent series on Experiencing God. Mike describes the three main ways that Henry Blackaby’s book changed his life and can change yours.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the promise God made to king David. This promise further unveiled God’s plan for the world. Hint: A great king is coming!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of David expressing his full devotion and gratitude towards God by dancing and going all out in praise, shouting, and jumping.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the cultural barrier between our culture and the Ancient Near East and the stories of the Old Testament. He talks about the good and the bad that we face.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the most vivid examples of God’s holiness and judgment. He examines the story from 2 Samuel 6 and King Uzzah.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about David’s multiple wives and concubines. What the heck? How on earth does God allow David to have all of these women in His life? Is this for us today?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the bloodshed in the times of David and Saul. How are we today like those men who couldn’t control their blood lust and anger.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike pauses and reflects on a couple of big things that are happening in our culture.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about generosity. David understood that whatever he had been given had not come through his hand, but the invisible hand of God. And that it belonged to God before it belonged to us and we should be generous with what God has given us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at one of the absolute strangest stories in the Bible. It raises the question if we can speak to people who have passed to eternity…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about temptation. David was given an opportunity by God to seek his own justice against his enemy, he proved his faithfulness by restraining himself. Sometimes God leads us into temptation so that we can show our faithfulness to Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about vengeance. Does God want us to take vengeance on those who persecute us? Do we just turn the other cheek? You may be surprised what David did when he was faced with an opportunity to get revenge against the man who was ruining his life.
Today on the this freebie Friday version of the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how Biblical characters believed God was speaking to them, and in today’s case to others, through their circumstances.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the friendship of David and Jonathan. At one point Jonathan gets so angry at what is happening to David he explodes and storms out of dinner. Good friends connect with us emotionally.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the gift of solitude. Could it be that God would bring circumstances into our lives so that we will learn to find a space to be alone with him? Mike talks about how to cultivate a time of solitude with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the season of challenge and struggle that David went through before he became king. God often brings challenges into our lives to develop our dependency on Him!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins the discussion about an “evil spirit from the Lord” who possesses king Saul and disrupts David’s life. Could God be up to good even in this moment?
Today on this freebie Friday edition of the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about friendship. What approach should Christians take when it comes to friendship? Can someone have too few or too many friends?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Saul’s jealousy of David. David was a rising star and Saul was fading fast. David’s success’ impacted Saul drastically.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the friendship between David and Jonathan. These men were connected with each other and they did something to make it even more powerful.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about David and Goliath. It may not be the greatest story in the Bible, but it is right up there. There is power in the living God!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a very strange story in the Bible about a man who is tormented and another man who would help him find relief. Ironically, the man tormented would eventually torment the vessel of God’s relief.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares some stories of rejection and hurt that is kids have been through in sports. Life isn’t easy and amidst the setbacks and challenges of life we are reminded that God “cares more about our character than our accomplishments.”
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike contrasts Saul and David. The story for today describes one of these as exactly what God is looking for and one who is far from what God wants.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the justice of God. In the story for today, we see God passing judgment on a group of people and passing judgment on his leader Saul. Both pay a heavy price for blatant disobedience.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how a really bad leader handles a challenging situation. Leaders who think and act like Saul don’t last long. Thank God Jesus is not like him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the bravest stories in the Bible. Could you imagine entering a battle not knowing if God was going to help you? Jonathan, Saul’s son, did just that!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it is like when our world falls apart. Next week we will look at Saul and David's worlds and how they were collapsing around them. Where is God in all of this? The answer may surprise you.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about doing things God’s way. He looks at the story of how a king’s impatience and lack of attention to God’s way in his life cost him everything.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the transition of Samuel from leader to supporter. It was a difficult thing for Samuel and he doesn’t handle it perfectly, but he does set a great example for how to setup and support the next leader.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Israel’s first king, Saul. You may be surprised what the Bible says about him and why he was chosen as king. It is actually funny.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Israel’s decision to look like the other nations and demand a king. They no longer wanted to be ruled by the invisible God of the universe. Something we all could learn from today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about unity. How do we find unity with each other? Where does it begin and how can we live in it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the origins of the line from Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, “here I raise my Ebenezer.” You will be surprised by how powerful this line is and the impact it could have on your life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of the Ark of the covenant and Dagon, the “god” of the Philistines. You won’t believe what happens when the two are put in a room together!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about when God spoke to Samuel. Does God still speak to us today? The answer may surprise you.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the prayer of Hannah. Did you know that you can pray without using your voice, while still using your lips… And it works!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about humility. God calls us to follow the example of his son and set aside our own agenda and pursue His.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike finishes his thoughts on Samuel and how God has plans in place when we think nothing good is happening.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at the story of Eli and his disobedient children. How could such a godly man turn out such rotten kids?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of Hannah. She was tormented, depressed and at the end of her rope. One day with God changed everything for her.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of story. He is going to spend the next couple of months going through stories on the Daily Nugget.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about heaven and earth and shares a couple of things that you won’t think about in heaven and a couple of things Jesus does care about.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. When we live for the line and not the dot, God changes us and we aren’t as worried about making mistakes in this world. We can take bold risks for God’s kingdom.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how Christians are called to live for the next world, not this one. Our home is with Jesus!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about finding the balance between being proactive and doing what God has already given us to do and being open and reactive to whatever God may bring our way.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues talking about a new life in Christ and what it would look like. Today he talks about something that Jesus said is the key to our relationship with Him. You may be surprised what He said.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about something that has radically impacted him. He thinks it is the thing that every follower of Jesus must do to be renewed. You cannot shortcut this key step if you want to find life in Jesus' name.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the core traits of every fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. When we receive all that God has for us, we are changed. God puts us on a new path of generosity that defines every part of who we are!
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about the power of friends who share our faith. Relationships that encourage us and build us up can change our lives drastically!
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike offers a freebie on one thing that helps every Christian. Going to church is something that many have given up on. Mike shares some conversations from the summer that got him thinking…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about why he started the Daily Nugget and how it may benefit every follower of Jesus! Time to invite a friend to listen too!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Romans 16. This chapter contains references to 10 women total and six women who were in ministry with Paul. Mike summarizes the Romans journey.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the apostle Paul’s drive to reach the people in Rome and the Gentiles. Paul loved to share the good news. He also understood the power of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Apostle Paul and his call to tell the Gentiles about Jesus. You won’t believe the secret to seeing the world change… Or maybe you will.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. Did you know our hope can be directly tied to God’s work 4000 years ago? Believe it or not, this is what can get us through today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it means to welcome and encourage others. This is such a big part of life! Being the presence of God to those around us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about learning to live in the sweet spot of strength and tenderness. Dangerous and safe, just like Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about causing others to stumble. What do we do when someone who may not be as knowledgeable in the faith or who may see things differently acts different than us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being judgmental. What does it mean to be judgmental? Should we not exercise any kind of judgment? What role does God play and what does He want us to play?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the motivation of every Christian. We are called to honor the Lord in everything we do and give each other the benefit of the doubt when we may disagree on non-essential things.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how we should handle it when people are doing things we think are no longer permitted, or not doing things that we now think are permitted. How do we live with one another in peace when we may not agree?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike gives a freebie on the changed life. How should our lives be changed if we are followers of Jesus Christ? Mike talks about the new life that can be ours and what keeps us from it, and how we can have it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about sin. Sin has a crippling effect on culture. Mike talks about learning to live for God and the things that pull us away from Him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our call to love. Paul says that as we follow Jesus we become people who are devoted to the people around us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Romans 13. Paul’s clear directive to handle those in authority as if God Himself has placed them there. He then describes what we should expect from a good authority figure. It may not be what you think!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about learning to live like Christ when we are persecuted or someone we love and care about is hurt by someone. We are called to be different and treat them differently. God wants us to actually end these things with generosity towards them!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a freebie about being alive when we were once dead. What does it mean to be alive? Are we, as followers of Jesus, passionate about others coming alive to God?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how the gospel of Jesus changes us. He has a new path for us that is awesome, learn more about it today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about some of the gifts God has given people for the good of the church. What does that look like today? What does it mean for us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the core value of tolerance. What the culture means by tolerance is not the same as what we are called to live into as Christians. We are to follow the example of Jesus. Jesus never compromised truth to be tolerant and neither should we.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike begins the instruction on the Spiritual gifts of God. Paul starts his teaching with a call for humility and a reminder that it is all by grace through faith. And hints that even the faith is apportioned by God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how know God’s will for our lives. What does it mean to test and discern God’s will for our lives? How would we live that out?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about becoming people who are transformed by the renewing of our minds. When we as people put our trust in God’s word and engage our minds, we can discover God’s will.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our response to the gospel. Just as Christ has laid down His life for us, we respond by sacrificing for Him, by relinquishing our wills to His. Joyful, blood-free, sacrifice.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being humble before God. No human can grasp the greatness of God or the vastness of His plans for the world. Marvelous mysteries should end us in humility.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the faithfulness of God. Is faithful to His covenant people and has purposes for them, even when they abandon them, God still works.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s plan for the gospel to go beyond His people, the Jews, to include all of us. May we be humble and grateful to be a part of God’s covenant family.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a tough concept, God’s providence and how He works to bring salvation. Does the Bible really say that God blinds and hardens some and not others??
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike takes a moment to talk about prayer. He shares a “mini-miracle” that happened last weekend. May we all find peace and strength through prayer.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the remnant. Amidst good and also challenging times, God preserves a remnant of people who know Him, love Him and His word.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Israel’s response to the good news. We can learn a lot from others and how they react to God. Sometimes, bad responses teach us more than good ones!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how people are saved. What role/job do we as Christians have in helping people embrace Christ?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the type of faith that saves and what it can mean for our lives. Today’s passage has two of the most famous verses of all time.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about theology. Should we be people who learn about God? Or should we just skip that part and start being better people. Mike explains why theology is actually a good thing.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about having a heart for God and others who do not know Him. God gives us a chance to be made right based on God’s work, not ours.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the one thing we need to get right. If we don’t get this right we become conceited and bitter people.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about double predestination. Does God really plan from the beginning of time to send people to hell or heaven?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues working his way through the difficult Romans 9 passages. Today he talks about God choosing some and not choosing others.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about learning to live for each day. Rather than getting caught up thinking about the future or stuck in the past, living each day and being open to God’s work in you and around you can change your life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s work in salvation. How in charge is God? He is even in charge of our salvation? Could that be true?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the struggle within the people of faith. Not everyone who goes to church is going to heaven and is a child of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the love the Apostle Paul had for his fellow Jews. Paul cared about them so much he would give up anything for them, even the very most important thing.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about some of the most amazing promises that came out of Romans 8. God sets another example for us in how to live, especially when we face challenges.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the staying power of the gospel. The gospel means we do not need to live in fear and that we are never alone… ever. Nothing can separate us from the love of God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God being on our side. Did you know that the all knowing all powerful God of the scriptures is on your side? Nothing else really matters… Sometimes we forget.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God knowing all things and working out all things to get us to the destination He desires. He also talks about how along the way we can get a whole new identity!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Romans 8:28, the promise that God is always working for good. He cannot help it! He uses the people who love Him and are following Him to bring goodness into the world.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it is like to be a believer today. Did you know that every single Christian today has a promise that every single person of faith in the Old Testament would dream to have?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how the Holy Spirit prays for us. yesterday we learned that He prays for us in our time of need. Today Mike talks about how Holy Spirit prays, it may be different than you would pray.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike dives into Holy Spirit’s role in our suffering. Today’s podcast will be one you will want to save and send to anyone going through a hard time. True Godly comfort!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the promise of hope that is a centerpiece of the Christian faith. How should living in hope impact us today? May we be people who live in hope.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the most important things God has done for us. He has delivered us from a place of fear into being His very Children, AMAZING! Even in our sufferings, we are reminded that there is more to the plan.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Holy Spirit. God’s Spirit is given to us for a specific purpose. When we miss that purpose we do not get to enjoy everything God intended for our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the amazing truth that God’s Spirit lives in us. The full power of the triune God is dwelling in us. How awesome is that?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike contrasts the life of the Flesh and the life of the Spirit. We are empowered by God’s Spirit to a whole new life. The best part might be the life we leave behind!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the most famous verses in history. In the gospel of Jesus we, as God’s people, who are in Christ, are promised that we are no longer condemned, but made over.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about who we are in our inmost being. Are we broken sinners or are we redeemed people who delight in God and His law?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about life. Do you know why God is so passionate about the taking of innocent life in any context? Mike talks about it today…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our relationship with Sin. All of us have one. Usually, it is a love/hate relationship. But, Mike ponders the question “Is Sin your friend or foe?”
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the battle we face with Sin. Even in our Sin, God wants us to identify as His children.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s law and the effect it has on our lives. The law not only leads us to righteousness, but it also reveals our own sinfulness. When we are told not to do something, sometimes it makes us want it all the more!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the central purpose of the Christian life. God saved us with something very specific in mind. He wanted his character spread throughout the world, like a great tree that bears fruit on every branch.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about encouragement. Are you an encourager, who brings out the best in the people around them? Do you know God is in your balcony cheering you on?
Today on on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a contrast between a life before Jesus and a life after Jesus. He digs into what it means to have the law as our master instead of the Lord.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our struggle with Sin. He introduces Romans 7, one of the darkest and yet simultaneously hopeful passages for sinners in the Bible.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about being set free not only from the penalty of sin but also from the power of sin. We are called to live for God’s glory and to flee from wickedness and impurity. The only way we can do that is through the power of Jesus working in and through us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about human slavery. Not the kind you are thinking of though. He talks about what it is like to change the names on the front of our jerseys. It is all about who/what is running your life.
Today on this Freebie Friday edition of the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about his own discovery of the doctrine of grace. His entire identity changed. Grace changes everything.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of sin. Before we meet Jesus, we are all slaves to sin. He not only delivers us from the consequences of sin, but also empowers us to walk in obedience to Him in a way we couldn’t before we met him.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Romans 5 and the question the Apostle Paul is begging. He shares his favorite analogy for the gospel… cookies or pickles, hint: he hates one!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the unbelievable grace of God. God doesn’t love us based on our own performance, but instead, His love Is based on Christ's righteousness which is credited to us! It’s like every believer earned an F, but was given an A.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about why God loves us. Does God love you because of who you are or in spite of who you are? Mike uses Romans 5 to make the case that God loves us not based on how awesome we are, but on how awesome He is instead.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about worship. Today we look at the first-ever earthly worship service for Jesus. There are two characteristics of these early worshippers that we as His worshippers should have today also.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about suffering. How should Christians view suffering? How does God use suffering in the life of His people? Is there goodness amidst the challenges that we face?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the glory of God and how that changes us as people of faith. How should the glory of God impact us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about having peace with God. The challenge is that if you don’t have peace with God, you are an enemy with God. Jesus has brought us peace with God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the faith of Abraham and how this faith made him righteous. God accepted Abraham not because of his performance or better deeds than his neighbors, but because he trusted in the goodness, power, and plan of the almighty God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the gospel and how it changes us. Maybe, from beginning to end God intended us to be people of grace. Do we live that way?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the law. Do we follow the law to earn our relationship with God or are we set free from the law? The law is important, but it isn’t our Lord, Jesus is.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about circumcision. What does circumcision have to do with our faith today? Is there any benefit from it for believers today?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a salvation that comes by grace through faith instead of by our own works. May we be people who walk in this kind of faith on a daily basis.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how people were saved in the Old Testament. Could it be that Old Testament heroes in the Old Testament were not saved by their actions but by their faith just like we are today?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about becoming a disciple who makes disciples. All of us are called to be people who purposefully and personally invest in others to lead them closer to the Lord.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our need to boast. Why do we feel this need to have others validate what we are doing or have done? Is there any place for bragging in the gospel? Maybe…
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the gospel. A righteousness that comes from God and is received by faith, because all of us have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. We need Jesus.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the condition of our world. As he looks at Romans 3 and how far the apostle Paul says we are from God. Hint: It is pretty far!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our sin and God’s righteousness. Is it possible that our sin is actually something God is thankful for, because it makes Him shine even brighter?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about where our sin meets God’s grace. Is it possible that Sin doesn’t have to be depressing, but could actually be freeing?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Paul’s words to the Jews. Paul challenges them to not just be the people of God outwardly, but He challenges them to cultivate the inward life of the Spirit.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s law. Paul makes it clear that whether we know the law or whether we simply know right and wrong from our conscious, we are responsible to God and will be judged accordingly. The Bible says God knows everything, even our secret stuff and will judge us for it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about earning God’s blessing vs. receiving the wrath of God. Everyone will stand before God and get what is owed. We will either receive blessing or wrath… Which would you want?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about judgmentalism. How come we end up being judgmental, instead of being kind and gracious towards others? Mike talks about the root cause of judgmental Christians and how we can, by God’s grace, change.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the struggle with sin and how do we handle those around us that are in sin? Is it ok to approve of other people’s sin, even if we aren’t committing it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about that three-letter word that has humbled all of us, sin. Sin isn’t just them, it is us. The list is long and all of us can find something we struggle with or have been through.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues his discussion of Romans 1. Warning, this is tough stuff. How do we as Christians treat people who we believe are living in sin. Whether that sin is a homosexual lifestyle or something else, we are called to be people who can show and share love and can bring acceptance into many people struggling for a place to belong.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about an issue that no one wants to talk about. Beware you or someone you love will likely be offended by what the Bible has to say about it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about sin and what causes it to take root in the lives of those who have rejected God. Is it God’s fault for turning them over to sin or did they bring it on themselves?
Today on the daily Nugget, Mike talks about how God reveals Himself to the humans He has created. You won’t believe what the Bible says about it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the unrighteousness of man and the effect it has on our relationship with God and our relationship with truth. Hint, it makes God VERY angry!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the centerpiece of the New Testament and the centerpiece of the entire existence of the world, the gospel of Jesus Christ. Once we know it and discover its power in our lives we are called to share it with the world!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Romans 1 and Paul’s love for the people of Rome. He may have just barely new them, but he had a deep love for them that actually changed his life. Do you have anyone like that in your life?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Pastor Mike begins the book of Romans. Paul starts off with a bang, reminding us what the gospel is all about. Grace and Peace….
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about seeing the people around us. In order for us to actually impact the people, the first thing we have to do is see them. “The field is ripe, but the workers are few.”
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the Bible. He shares a couple of stories that inspired him and had him thinking about how important the word of God can be for us. May we never take God’s word for granted.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what happens after the sermon. Have you ever been in church and cannot remember what the sermon was on? Maybe that isn’t the end of the world!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it was like to preach a sermon every week. How do you know you had or heard a “good” sermon, how do you know when you should run to your office and hide?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what goes into preparing a sermon. What should we listen for when we are in church? How do we know if someone is a good preacher? Is there only one way to preach?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the rules of logic. He begins by talking about the law of non-contradiction. Believe it or not two opposite things are not the same…. shocking… but also, important.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about church not being about us. The best churches will be those that reflect the fullness of the body of Christ. This requires everyone to get beyond themselves an focus on the needs of those around them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one thing that is really important in worship, God. It seems simple, but our worship should center around God, not us. The best way to meet God is, believe it or not, not to make it about you, but to make it about God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about believers encountering the presence of God. Mike shares the secret to us experiencing God’s Life-changing Spirit and presence rather than us just hearing some things that will make us better people who make better decisions.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the power of in person worship. There is nothing like being in the presence of God together.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about three different church experiences and how God was working in all of them. Jesus is working all around us. His Spirit is working in all of them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the biblical concept of authority. Who has authority? What does it mean to have authority and how do we live with it and under it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s peace. In a world full of shame, worry and fear, we can all use the peace of God. Mike talks about how we lose it and how we get it.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the joy of knowing and following Jesus. This is what we were made to do. This is what makes us feel alive in a world that can pull us down.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one more sin that he sees today in Himself and others. This sin is directly correlated to the sin of sloth, idleness, or laziness. They are country cousins if you will.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike finishes his discussion on the seven deadly sins with a discussion on sloth. The United States was built on a strong work ethic. Over the last couple of years, we have lost sight of this.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s love amidst our sin. Did you know that God loved you in spite of who you are, not because of who you are? He may be the only person who does!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about pride. How do we act when we are prideful, what kind of damage can that do to our soul? Is there any hope for us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about lust. Why did Jesus say this was such a big deal? How does lust work? Can we control it? What would it look like if we did?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about wrath. What causes anger in us? What does the Bible tell us about anger? How can we be people who respond in love instead of anger when we feel hurt?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Gluttony. What does the Bible say about our food and eating habits? What causes us to get into these sins? How could we break this habit?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about sin. What does the Bible say sin is? How do we know if we are a sinner? Is there any hope for us sinners?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the second deadly sin, greed. What is greed and what is the antidote for greed?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the first of the seven deadly sins, envy. What causes us to want what other people have. Is there a virtue that we can develop that will help us, together with Holy Spirit, fight the sin of envy?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces this new series on the seven deadly sins. Are we aware of the areas of our life that need God’s light to shine? How do Christians walk away from Sin and into virtue?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about change. It can be tough to do, but God is in the change business. Mike talks about the one thing that prevents us from change and the thing that allows us to change.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about and paints a vision for living into the gospel in 2022. What would it be like if we stopped living as unwanted orphans who our Lord is upset with and instead lived as children of the King whom God delights in?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about another area that we can make new in 2022, our finances. Money may be the biggest area of challenge for most of us to make changes. He talks about God’s plan for money.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about using our minds. Paul talks about the way for us to be transformed, it is by renewing our minds. Mike talks about us learning to think.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a new body. One area God can help us in is our health. We get a chance each day, each week, and each year to honor our bodies as temples of the Lord.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about attitude. How we can learn to be people who show God’s goodness to the world, even when we aren’t happy.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about taking every thought captive for Christ. How can we be people whose thoughts reflect the character of Jesus? He talks about the big three thoughts that can destroy us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about renewing our focus this year on our family relationships. New Year’s is a great time to take a relationship inventory. Are our family relationships where God wants them to be?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about moving on from the past and embracing the new future God would have for us. He talks about Philippians 3 and God’s healing path.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s amazing ability to help us start over. As we walk in the power of His Spirit we will experience His re-new-al in every part of our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the main reason every Christian becomes a follower of Jesus. Every single believer has one person to thank for their salvation.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the odds of Jesus fulfilling all 31 of the most common Old Testament prophecies being fulfilled by one person. Mathematically speaking, Jesus must be special!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the universe, how was it made? What have scientists discovered? Is it chaotic or is it orderly? One points to a wise and orderly God… Hint, it’s that one.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about love. How the existence of love can be best explained by a loving God who created everything around us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our innate needs for a savior. Each of us knows that there is something wrong in our world. Jesus is in all of our DNA, we are drawn towards the savior.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about information. Can there be too much information? What happens when we have too much information? What effect can too much access to information have on us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of his most compelling reasons for believing in God. The existence of life itself can only be explained by a God who is alive and able to create life. It doesn’t just randomly happen, nor can we make it happen!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the life-changing effect of the gospel of Jesus Christ. When we meet Jesus, He changes us, and helps us get on a better path in life.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about morality. If you believe in right and wrong then you probably believe in God! It is God alone who determines what is right.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about cause and effect. He delves into the scientific method and talks about how our watches lead us to believe in God.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike starts talking about reasons people believe in God and especially in Christ. He shares how seeing God in followers of Jesus had a significant impact on his life. Throughout history, others have been drawn to Jesus by seeing Him in others and wanting Him for themselves.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about what it means to be a covenant kid. He describes how God revealed Himself to him at an early age. As a freebie, he also explains infant baptism and its powerful effect on covenant kids.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about hope. The Apostle Peter admonishes us to be prepared to offer a defense for the hope that lies within us. Do you have that kind of hope!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the generosity of God. Christmas is the ultimate example of God’s generosity, as followers of Jesus, we should be generous as well. How can you be generous over this next season?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about worship. As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, may it be a time when we come afresh before the throne of grace.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a very powerful verse. Moses ends the book of Genesis with this incredible reminder that God is working for good in everything we face. May each of us live in gratitude for this goodness. Especially this thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about forgiveness. Joseph may be the best example of this in the Bible. Can you imagine forgiving someone who took you away from your family and sold you into slavery, just because they were jealous of you? Could you forgive them, Joseph did.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the reaction to Joseph. The Pharaoh was floored that the Spirit of God was in someone. How awesome! Right? Do people think the same of us?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the challenge of politics. Should churches lead the way? Or should churches encourage individuals to be active? Or both?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike examines the story of Joseph interpreting dreams. Even in Jail Joseph finds a way to help people. Being faithful with the little things was part of God’s plan for Him to become the deliverer of God’s people during the famine.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how much the faithfulness of Joseph. Sometimes when we are faithful, things actually get worse, much worse. Jesus even seems to promise a life following him will be difficult not easy.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of one of the most faithful men in the Bible, Joseph. He was faced with temptation common to many today, yet he remained pure. What can we all learn from this story?
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about the blessing of God. The blessing of God followed Joseph wherever he went. It would seem to be something we should want more than anything. Mike talks about how we may invite that same blessing into our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Veteran’s Day. It is a day for all of us to be thankful for those who have defended us, our property and our freedoms. He looks at a common illustration to understand why we need help.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about playing favorites. He looks into the story of Joseph and talks about how Jacob’s treatment of Joseph hurt him and the family.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about perhaps the worst story in the Bible. You won’t believe what happens and you won’t believe how Jacob and his sons respond. Crazy stuff!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at the story of Jacob and Laban. This story is so comical, these two were made for each other!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about reconciliation. It took Jacob 20 years to go home and face the sibling relationship that he had ruined. He was met with a gracious surprise! You might be too as you consider following in his footsteps.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike takes the moment to offer a freebie about the craziness in the world. How do we as believers navigate this stuff? What do we do when life doesn’t go our way?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about wrestling with God. Jacob was the first person in the Bible to wrestle with God. He was facing a scary situation and wasn’t going to let God leave His presence without giving him a blessing.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of Laban and Jacob. Did you know that God is often working to protect His people? When we are in despair or fear it is great to be reminded that God is working around us in ways we can’t even imagine.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about jealousy and sibling rivalry. The Bible is filled with real life human stories. The jealousy between Rachel and Leah was very crazy. In the story today we see how God turns the table.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about forgiveness. What is with our obsession with forgiving ourselves. Mike wonders whether this is another sign of our narcissistic culture, it isn’t anywhere in scripture.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the struggles of Rachel and Leah. God took mercy on Leah, He decided to open her womb. God really is in charge of everything… Pretty crazy!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the story of Jacob and Laban. He learns a life lesson when he tries to marry a fellow trickster’s daughter. God has a way of righting wrongs.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at the story of Jacob stealing Esau’s blessing. How could God allow this type of thing and even bless it!?!?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a promise Jacob makes to God. It is a natural reaction to receiving a blessing from God for us to want to give back to the Lord’s work. May we all be inspired to do so!.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about grace and truth. What do we do with a world that doesn’t want to hear an alternate truth? How should we talk with those who not only disagree with us, but then take actions that actually cost us something?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about a tension point in a lot of homes, the in-laws. How do we handle it when two cultures collide?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at a most unusual and intriguing Old Testament story. In this story about one of the Patriarchs, we see fear on full display. And an unbeliever shows true faith! Crazy!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks into the story of Jacob and Essau. These twins could not have been more different from each other. One is driven by his gut, the other by his wits… Believe it or not, neither of them is right!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at the OT relationship of Isaac and Rebekah. Their relationship was divided and it divided their family.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about angels. What does the bible say about them and what can it mean for us today?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how Abraham found a wife for his son Isaac. You won’t believe how he did it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about how God tested Abraham and how He might test us today. Testing and temptation are not the same thing. God may test, but God doesn’t tempt us.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the test of Abraham. God challenges Abraham to sacrifice the thing that He cherishes most to show God that He is Abraham’s top priority. Could you do it?
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about one of the first broken families. God actually encourages Abraham when his family is falling a part. He tells him he will take care of them.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Sodom and Gomorrah. He unpacks the wrath of God and what the wrath of God means for us today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues His discussion on Sodom and Gomorrah. Today He talks about God’s anger towards evil. Stay tuned, tomorrow He is going to talk about God’s plan for evil in Jesus Christ.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our habit of going back to what the Lord would not want for us. Believe it or not, this is a sign that God is actually working in our lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about circumcision. It may be more than you think, much more than you think. God wants your heart, not just your obedience.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks the story of Hagar. Abraham decides to take things into his own hands and impregnate his wife’s servant to fulfill God’s covenant instead of trusting that God would impregnate Sarah his wife.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about God’s faithfulness. God shows Abraham how faithful He will be to his promises. He will be faithful to death.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about two awesome things about God that can still impact us today.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about Abraham. You won’t believe what he did with his beautiful wife Sarah… In a strange way, it gives all of us hope.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about God reaching out to us. He looks at the story of Abraham. Maybe God won’t redeem the entire world through you, but it doesn’t mean God can’t use you.
Today, on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into God’s reason for prohibiting the taking of innocent life. It comes with a stiff consequence, and it may surprise you why murder is such a big deal to God.
Today, on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about humanity’s tendency to seek our own glory. Teamwork is awesome when it leads to the glory of the Lord, but less than awesome when it leads to the glory of ourselves or our group.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about our sinfulness and God’s mercy. You may learn something about Rainbows that blows your mind!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the first story after sin entered the world. In this story we see a snapshot into our new lives.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about the third curse. Our struggle with work and finding our significance in living into God’s call in the world.
Today, on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the second curse which was given to Eve. Now not only are there two kingdoms in the world, but all the relationships are blown up too.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about Genesis 3 and the curse given to the serpent. We learn a lot about the new “post fall” world.
Today, on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about evil. Where did it come from and how does it work today? Is there any hope for us?
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about a common struggle in our relationship with others and especially our relationship with God, the Blame Game.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike digs into the fall. What happened in those initial moments when husband and wife fell and who is really to blame? Who did God turn to first?
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike looks at the main verse for marriage in the Bible. Maybe it is a blueprint for us to know how to live in marriage.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about singleness. How are we to deal with not having a mate in this broken world?
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about how Sin has impacted our relationship with the world and each other. We end up trying to find life in areas that don’t bring us life.
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about the primary wiring of every woman. Men have a very similar wiring, but slightly different. Could it be that all of humans can be summed up in two simple needs?
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about the core wiring of every man. It all goes back to Genesis! (By the way, women have this wiring as well.)
Today on the Daily Nugget Mike talks about God’s original call to humans. Today, we are still called to this mission.