God Country Family Self: Recent Episodes
Simon Hernandez
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It’s been a while, but we are back! We made 2 years and are planning on many more. I talk about the things we have been walking through as a family, and of course Hebrews 11. Faith is something we all get wrong sometimes, but thank God for His Grace and Mercy that are new each day. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:32-40, Revelation 21&22 (Millennial Reign), Titus 2:11-15 (Blessed Hope)! Matthew 8:23-27 (Jesus Calms the Storm).
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Happy Good Friday! We take a look at the events of the Friday that Jesus was crucified, and why it is good for all. We focus on what “it is finished”, (John 19:30) means specifically! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: John19:1-42, John 19:30, Romans 3:23,5:8,6:23, & 1Peter3:18.
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It’s been a while since the last episode. I explain the hard things our family was going through, and how God was working in these situations. We look at how God sometimes works supernaturally and sometimes he doesn’t. Either way our faith in Jesus is what will help us get through the things in this world. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:29-31, Galatians 6:2 & John 16:33.
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Moses is still the focus in this episode, and we see the first Passover instruction given by God. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:28, Exodus 11-12:31, Hebrews 9:22, & John 1:36,39.
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In this episode I discuss a question that someone asked me about in a conversation this past week. Does the Bible teach the doctrine of the Trinity? (Spoilers Alert: Yes!) We take a look at some passages from the Old and New Testaments. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Isaiah 48:16, 49:1-6, & Matthew 28:18-20.
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We’re back in Hebrews 11 this week! We take a look at the story of Jacob and Esau. Another dysfunctional family story from the Bible that help’s display the sovereignty of God! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Genesis 25:19-34, Genesis 27:1-46, Hebrews 11:20, Hebrews 12:15-17, Romans 8:28, Proverbs 19:21, Genesis 3:15.
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My Wife joins me in this episode to discuss our trip to Lynchburg, VA! We officially have a freshman in college at Liberty University! It was a long drive, but God was there in every way from beginning to end.
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In this episode we look back at Genesis and the story of Lot. We see how deprived the people were that Lot was living amongst. We also look at how Lots daughters did something really bad. Out of that mess came the line of people which Ruth came from. She is included in the genealogy of Jesus! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Genesis 18:17-33, 19:1-38, Ruth 1:1-5, 1:15, Matthew 1:1-17, Romans 8:37-39, Ephesians 1:13, 4:30.
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We are back this week focusing on Abraham and Isaac. God gives Abraham one final test! I can’t wait for you guys to hear this episode. Testing is different from temptation and we discuss the differences. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Genesis 21, Genesis 22:1-19, Hebrews 11:17-19, John 3:16, Galatians 3:11-14, Romans 8:32, John 1:13, Psalm 127:3, John 1:29, Matthew 26:63.
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Continuing our walk through Hebrews 11, we arrive at the story of Sarah. Abraham’s wife convinces him to get ahead of God and he goes with it. We talk about how trusting God is hard at times, especially when we don’t understand. However, we must live by faith and not by sight! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:11-16, Romans 4:11, Genesis 15:12-20, Genesis 16:1-15, Genesis 17:1-27, Genesis 18:1-16, 2 Corinthians 5:7!
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In this episode I discuss the Sound of Freedom movie and how it is exposing the child sex trafficking epidemic. Also, we talk about an organization called the OUR that goes in and rescues children from child sex trafficking rings.
Bible Verses: Matthew 18:6, Mark 9:42, & Luke 17:2.
Link to Movie:https://www.angel.com/
Link to OUR:https://ourrescue.org/
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The journey continues through Hebrews 11! We have arrived at Abraham who the Bible calls the Father of all who believe (Romans 4:11). In this episode we discuss his call and obedience. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:8-10, Genesis 12:1-9, Genesis 11:1-9, Romans 4:11, Hebrews 11:1-3, Hebrews 1:1-3, Hebrews 11:6.
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Happy Birthday GCFS Podcast! Thank you Lord for a successful year one. We take the time to reflect on Year one and look forward to what year 2 has in store. Thank you to everyone that has supported the show. Check out my friends shows below.
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We continue our walk through Hebrews 11 with a look at Noah and the Ark. I share some of the dimensions of the Ark and compare it to the USS Kitty Hawk an aircraft carrier I was on. We also talk about how this story relates to eschatology! Let’s walk this out together.
Link to Ark Encounter - https://arkencounter.com/
Bible Verses: Genesis 6:1-22, Hebrews 11:7, 2 Peter 2:5, & Luke 17:26-27 , Matthew 24:37.
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We are back this week with the next person listed in Hebrews 11, Enoch! He is a character that always has fascinated me and members of my wife’s family. Jude 1:14 says that Enoch prophesied about the Lord coming to execute judgment on all! Perhaps that is why God took him so that he did not die. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Genesis 5, Hebrews 11:5-6, Jeremiah29:14, James 4:7-8.
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We continue our study of Hebrews 11, the faith hall of fame! The first OT character mentioned is Abel. This is a fascinating story that always peaked my curiosity as a new believer. Abel’s death by his brother Cain is the first recorded murder in the Bible. However, because of Abel’s faith we are still learning from his life. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Hebrews 11:4 & Genesis 4.
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We begin the study of the faith hall of fame in Hebrews 11! In this episode we dip our toes in the water, and get a snapshot of the people we will be looking at from the Old Testament. There are some familiar stories and some that are not. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verse: Hebrews 11:1-40
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In this episode we walk through a section of Matthew where Jesus talks about mountain moving faith. He also rebukes the disciples for having little faith. We also take a look at the biblical definition of faith from Hebrews. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Matthew 17:14-20, Hebrews 11:1-3, Isaiah 40:4, 49:11, 54:10, Matthew 21:21-22.
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In this episode we take a look at Romans 6 and discuss our new life in Christ! It’s a conversation we started last episode about being a new creation in Jesus. Did you know that you died over 2000 years ago? Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Romans 6:1-11 (ESV)
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In this episode I talk about the impact the Nefarious movie had on my family. It really was a great movie that talked about spiritual warfare. I also take a look at few verses from James. Do you believe like the demons? Or, do you have faith like the disciples? Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: James 2:14-26, James 2:19, John 10:10, Genesis 15:6, Genesis 22:1-19, Genesis 22:8, Hebrews 11:18&19, & Ephesians 6:10-17!
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What is your life driving motivation? Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians can help answer this question for us all! The message Paul gives to them is so timely for us now! Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21!
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Revelation 1:12-16 & 1:17-18!
Jesus is the living one that has the keys to death and hades.
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In this episode, I look at some of the historical facts about Holy Week and its origins. We also take a look at what Jesus was doing each day leading up to the cross. Some highlights include the triumphant entry & the meaning of Hosanna, cleansing the temple, cursing the fig tree, last supper, washing the disciples feet, etc. ! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: To many to list. Listen for list!
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We discuss another analogy that Jesus uses about a seed dying to produce more fruit! Everyone has a role to play in the Great Commission, even if you can’t actively share your faith with others. Where are you gifted to serve? Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: John 12:20-26 & Matthew 9:35-38.
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Philippians 2:5-8, Christ came to rescue us because of His great mercy, grace, and love for us!
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We continue to look to scripture for the purpose of being called and the definition of what a disciple is. Jesus Himself gives the definition and it is up to us to examine ourselves Daily to make sure we are following His teachings. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 13:47-50, Luke 9:23-26, References to other disciples- Matthew 9:14, Matthew 22:15, John 9:28.
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Romans 10:17 (ESV & NIV)
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We begin our walk into a discussion on what the Bible says about this topic. The word Disciple appears through the majority of the New Testament, but completely vanishes by the end of the book of Acts. A quick word study revealed that “Disciple” appears over 268 times! Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Acts 11:26, Acts 26:28, 1 Peter 4:16, Isaiah 50:4, John 13:34&35, Matthew 22:34-40, Luke 19:10, Mark 10:45.
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We discuss the Great Commandment & The Great Commission in this episode! If you have no idea what that is you are in the right place. We dive right in and move quickly. I talk about the temptation of Jesus, and how He used the book of Deuteronomy to rebuke the enemy. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Matthew 4:1-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, Psalm 91:11&12, Deuteronomy 6:16, Deuteronomy 6:13, John 13:35, Ephesians 6:17&18, John 15:12, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Matthew 22:37, Mark 12:30, Luke 10:27, Deuteronomy 5:1-21, Exodus 20:1-17, Acts 11:26, Romans 5:8.
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Proverbs 27:17 Iron Sharpens Iron.
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We finish our walk through James 1:19-27 by diving into the last few verses. We discuss how authentic Christianity can impact the people that are in our lives. There are people out there hurting and need our encouragement! Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: James 1:19-27, Matthew 12:34, Luke 6:45, 1 Timothy 5:3-16, 1 Tim 5:8, Luke 19:10 & Ezekiel 34:16.
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Psalm 92:14. Let’s start the week praising God for his steadfast love!
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We are back to our study of James 1:19-27! Here is the verse that actually says be doers of the word. James 1:22, I know it may be surprising to some. But, we are actually challenged to live out an authentic life based on who we say we follow (Jesus). I discuss how that relates to the Great Commission and the responsibility of the church. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: James 1:19-27, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Matthew 28:16-20.
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Proverbs 10:19 & Matthew 12:36&37!
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My first guest is Mr. John Cox. He is the Co-Director of an organization born from the Tea Party in Texas called True Texas Project! We discuss the idea behind this organization and what they stand for. Also, John discusses how to get plugged into the organization and when their next meeting is locally. Links are below to the True Texas Project website.
https://truetexasproject.com/
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We continue our walk through James 1:19-27. In this episode we focus on verse 21. Getting the word implanted in our hearts helps the process of sanctification in our own lives. There is no substitute for the Word of God! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: James 1:21, John 1:14 Hebrews 4:12-13, Judges 6:34, Matthew 12:36-37.
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In this episode we begin to take a look at James 1:19-27. Our focus for this episode is verses 19&20. I talk about my inability to live this out early in my marriage, but I am getting better at it. Quick to hear, slow to anger, and slow to speak do not come naturally for most of us, but it can with God’s help. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: James 1:19&20, Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:26, Romans 5:8.
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Proverbs 15:18 & James 1:19!
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I talk about a question I got asked in the youth life group I help teach at church. It was a great question and an opportunity to point people back to Jesus! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Proverbs 15:29, Matthew 6:5-8, John 10:10, James 4:14, Galatians 6:2!
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Proverbs 15:1 & Psalm 14:1!
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My Wife joins me as we discuss Psalm 46! It’s a Psalm that contains one of her favorite verses in the Bible, “Be still and know that I am God…” I think the content of this Psalm is pointing to a future time in which God will rule and reign on earth during the millennial reign of Christ recorded in the last few chapters in the book of Revelation! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Psalm 46, Revelation 22:1-2, Romans 14:11, Isaiah 45:23, 1 Samuel 1:3, Romans 8:37-39, & Matthew 11:28.
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Proverbs 11:27! Psalm 14:1.
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Happy New Year! Let’s start the year off strong with our focus on God. I discuss how if we make any resolutions this year, it should be to stay moving on the straight path towards God! Let’s walk this out together.
Proverbs 3:5-6! Psalm 14:1.
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Psalm 37:5 & 1 Peter 5:8! Psalm 14:1. This isn’t a game! We have a real enemy that wants to destroy us and everything we love.
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In this episode I look forward to all the events that are coming up for our family in the new year. We discuss how knowing that God is already in control of all that we will go through in the New Year is comforting. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Romans 8:28, Hebrews 13:5, Psalm 14:1, Psalm 55:22.
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The conversation continues about the birth of Jesus and the visit of the wisemen. We discuss the fact that only the wisemen saw the star, something I never saw. Also, how the birth of Jesus is the John 3:16 verse! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 60:1-9, John 19:38-42, John 3:9-18, Matthew 19:26, John 12:32, Romans 12:1, Acts 8:26-40.
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In this episode I approach the Christmas story by taking a look at each role the characters from the Bible play. Can I start a new tradition of reading the account from the Gospel of Luke?! I hope it catches on! Also, is the story we see and hear depicted in movies and pictures the accurate account found in scripture? Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Matthew 1:18-25, 2:1-12, 2:16-18, Luke 1:11-18, 1:18-25, 1:57-66, 1:26-38, 2:8-21, 2:1-7, 2:22-35, 2:41-52, Numbers 24:17-19, Isaiah 7:14, Hebrews 4:15.
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The conversation continues with a look at what Paul tells the people of Athens! We discuss the importance of knowing the God of the Bible and not someone else’s guess of who He is. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Acts 17:16-31, 1 Peter 4:5& 2 Timothy 4:1, James 4:8.
Link to Sermon:
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In this episode we ask the question that we all have to answer, “But who do you say I am?”.
A question Jesus asked his disciples in Matthew. I talk about some of the ways my perspective has changed on who the Bible says He is! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Matthew 16:13-18, Romans 14:11, Revelation 1:12-20.
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This is a bonus episode about what is ahead and to test one of the options I mixed for a new intro/post roll! Use the link in the show notes to let me know what you think! God Bless!
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We wrap up the Old Testament discussion in this episode with a discussion on the foundation it sets for the New Testament. I discuss some concepts like sin, atonement, justification that have their roots in the Hebrew Canon. We also discuss some titles that have their origins in the OT that Jesus used for Himself in the gospels. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, John 3:16-17, Matthew 4:1-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 6:16, 6:13.
Resources: Ed Hindson and Gary Yates, The Essence of the Old Testament: A Survey(Nashville,2012 by B&H Publishing Group)3,4.
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In this episode I recap my family’s visit to Liberty University and our fall vacation. We also begin our discussion on how we got the Old Testament and how it makes up a great deal of the English Bible. Let’s walk this out together!
Resources: Ed Hinson and Gary Yates, The Essence of the Old Testament: A Survey (Nashville: B&H Publishing Group, 2012) 39, 40, & 41.
J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays, Grasping God’s Word: A Hands on Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible ( Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2012) 25.
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In this episode I discuss the trip my family took this week to the Museum of the Bible in D.C.! We were inspired and amazed by a demonstration of the Gutenberg press and the role it played in the literacy of people. It gave people the ability to own, and quickly contributed to the distribution of the Bible. Let’s walk this out together.
https://www.studysmarter.us/explanations/history/protestant-reformation/the-gutenberg-printing-press/
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In this episode we discuss the importance of obeying God’s Word as a disciple of Jesus. Also, we discuss the role the Holy Spirit plays in helping us remember scripture. Is there a certain way to read the Bible? We talk about some ways to start a reading plan. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: Luke 9:23-26, Psalm 119:11, John 14:15&16, John 14:26
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In this Episode I apologize for the mistake I made int the last episode. We begin a discussion about God’s Word (Jesus) and The Bible (The Written Word) ! I share some links to resources I found online. I discuss the joy of seeing my daughter’s hunger for the Word! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Revelation 1:8, Genesis 16:13, 17:1, John 1:1-3, John 1:14.
https://www.lwf.org/pdfs/THE-WORD-OF-GOD-1948.docx
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In this episode we discuss work ethic and how it seems to be lacking in many of the younger generations. However, what should our reaction be , and are we striving for excellence? We look at what the Bible says about doing anything. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Colossians 3:23-25, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Luke 9:23.
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This is the 5th episode in a series that started in episode 8. The crown of rejoicing that believers will receive by going out and bearing fruit. We discuss what the Bible says about friendship with the world, and how it relates to our relationship with God. Also, Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians mentions the second coming of Christ in every chapter! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: 1 Thessalonians 2:19, John 15:16, John 15:18-19, James 4:3-4. ( Many more notable verses in 1 Thessalonians. )
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In this episode we continue our discussion about the 5 crowns that the Bible mentions, that every believer can strive for. Peter is the one who mentions this Crown of Glory this time and not Paul. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses: 1Peter 5:4, Isaiah 53:6, John 21:16, Matthew 26:34, Matthew 26:75, Hebrews 13:20.
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We talk about the Crown of Life found in Revelation 2:10-11. However, it is first mentioned in James 1:12. Sometimes this is called the Martyrs crown by commentators and scholars. This is the third episode in a series of 5. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: Revelation 2:10-11, James 1:12, Revelation 20:4-6, 20:11-15, Matthew 10:3, Luke 12:9, John 15:13, Revelation 3:10-11.
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This is the second episode in a series about the 5 crowns the Bible talks about as rewards for believers! We discuss the Crown of Righteousness and who can earn this crown. We also look at Paul’s charge to Timothy and how it relates to us. Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses: 2 Timothy 4:1-10, Titus 2:13, Acts 20:24, 2 Timothy 3:13, Luke 9:62
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Discover the Gospel components laid out in scripture! I discuss what they are and how to explain to others how to believe them. I also break down the importance of having all the components of the Gospel. Let’s walk this out together. This is a bonus episode. New episode still dropping Friday!
Bible Verses: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Romans 10:8-11, Galatians 1:9, Romans 1:16, Matthew 28:18, Ephesians 1:13-14 (Sealed by the Spirit!)
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The first in a series of upcoming podcast about the 5 crowns that are found in the Bible that believers can earn! We first look at the Incorruptible Crown that is awarded for self-discipline in regards to service to Christ. Also, we discuss the Bema Seat of Christ vs the great white throne judgement of unbelievers. Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses- Ephesians 2:8-10, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, Revelation 20:11, Revelation 21:27, Revelation 4:1-11 (Wow).
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In this Episode I reflect on conversation I’ve been having with others about faith. What does it look like to have faith and not just beliefs? I point to a couple of more scriptures that deal with faith and living it out! We are here on purpose for purpose! Let’s walk this out together and see!
Bible Verses - Romans 10:17, Ephesians 2:8-10, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 24:35
Leonard Ravenhill Quote:
“Are the things you are living for worth Christ dying for?”
In this episode we discuss the conversion of Saul/Paul and Job. Is there purpose in our suffering? (Spoiler alert, yes!) What does our suffering teach us? Let’s walk this out together!
Bible Verses-2 Corinthians 11:23-31, Acts 9:1-19 (conversion of Saul/Paul) 2 Corinthians 1:8-11, 1 Corinthians 10:13 (temptation verse), Job 1:13-19; 42:10-17, John 15:5, 1 Peter 5:10-11, Psalm 14:1
New Heaven & New Earth Verses- Isaiah 66:2, Isaiah 65:17, 2 Peter 3:13, Revelation 21:1!
We cover the number 1 reason for people not believing in God, suffering in the world. It is also a reason that Christians walk away from the faith as well. Is it a valid reason? Also, we look at the 3 ways God reveals Himself to us! Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses- Romans 8:28, Romans 1:16-20, Hebrews 11:1-3, Acts 9:1-19, 2 Corinthians 11:23-31, Hebrews 13:5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 8:18, John 16:33, Psalm 14:1.
James Webb Telescope Link-
https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/webb/main/index.html
We discuss the final component in the GCFS chain of command, self. Getting God wrong when it comes to how we view ourselves can have eternal consequences. It also plays an important role in how we view others. I talk about not wishing that my worst enemy be separated from God. Also, how I would never trust my best day to get me into heaven. What are you trusting to get you into heaven? Let’s walk this out together.
Bible Verses - Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:1-7, 8-24, Genesis 3:15, Romans 5:17, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, Romans 5:8, John 3:16-18, 2 Peter 3:9, Act 4:12, John 14:6.
I have a special guest on this episode with me, my wife! We discuss the root cause for the issues that plague the family. We talk about how we got things wrong early in our marriage and how we are still not perfect. We look at some scripture that we can immediately apply in the battle for the hearts and minds of the people God places in our lives. Let’s walk this out together and grow!
In this episode we talk about the next component in the chain of command for a fulfilled life, country. What are the consequences for getting God wrong in our country? What is our responsibility as Christians to begin real change? Also, we discuss the question every person has to answer. Where am I in my walk with the Lord? Let’s walk this out together.
The Origin story of the title and a look at the beginning of Genesis in the Bible! We take a dive right into some deep issues related to a purpose filled life! What is your worldview based on? We don’t shy away from the hard questions about life and God. Let’s walk this out together and get you on the road to finding your purpose in this life. God Country Family Self is for everyone that wants to seek God without many of the complications that religious people bring into the mix.