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The Bible Speaks to You: Embracing the Mindset of Christ

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Do you wish your prayers could be more effective? Are you tired of theological debates and just want to get into the heart and soul of Jesus, follow him, and live his teachings in your daily life? Each week The Bible Speaks to You Podcast helps you rediscover the original Christianity of Jesus. Host James Early, Bible teacher, speaker, and Jesus Mindset Coach, along with an occasional guest, share fresh insights on how the Bible still speaks to us today. The focus is on embracing the mindset of Jesus and how we can all think, act, and love the way Christ did.

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Do you wish your prayers could be more effective? Are you tired of theological debates and just want to get into the heart and soul of Jesus, follow him, and live his teachings in your daily life? Each week The Bible Speaks to You Podcast helps you rediscover the original Christianity of Jesus. Host James Early, Bible teacher, speaker, and Jesus Mindset Coach, along with an occasional guest, share fresh insights on how the Bible still speaks to us today. The focus is on embracing the mindset of Jesus and how we can all think, act, and love the way Christ did.

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Episodes

233 – Are You Looking For Jesus in the Wrong Place?

3/26/2024
233 – Where are you looking for Jesus? A lot of people are looking for Jesus these days, the real Jesus. Unfortunately, a lot of people have become disillusioned by the difference between what they’re discovering about Jesus in the Bible and the way their churches have followed, or rather not followed, Jesus. This week's episode is about where to look for Jesus and where not look for him. The Bible gives some pretty good insights on this. Where NOT to look for Jesus: Where TO look for Jesus: But your motives in looking for Jesus are just as important as where you look for him. Take a moment and ask yourself: The only real place to look for and find Jesus, the real Jesus, is in his pure spiritual dwelling place in heaven, the realm of God, the realm of Spirit. The best way to find Jesus is to close your material eyes and open your spiritual eyes. You will find Jesus when you look through the honest and sincere lens of your own heart: every time you follow and obey his teachings, every time you search for him in Scripture, every time you help others and heal in his name. When you do these things, you can say with Stephen, “I see heaven open and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God.” (Acts 7:56 NIV) Show notes: Full transcript of the episode and all Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/233 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:24:11

232 – You Don’t Need Someone Else’s Permission to Do What God Has Called You to Do

3/19/2024
232 – Is anything keeping you from doing what God has called you to do? Do you have a strong sense of purpose in your life but it seems things keep getting in the way of you doing what God has called you to do? Or maybe you're still waiting to see what God wants you to do with your life. Sometimes, even when we know what God's will is for our lives, we haven't really pursued it because somehow we're waiting to get permission and approval from someone else. This week's episode is all about not waiting for someone to give you permission to do what God has called you to do. There are lots of people in the Bible who didn't wait for someone else to give them the green light before they jumped in and did what God wanted them to. Here are the folks I talk about this week: The bottom line is: when God calls you to do or say something, you don't need anyone's permission or approval. Previous episode mentioned: Episode 19: How to Discover Your Spiritual Purpose in Life Show notes: For a full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/232 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:14

231 – How Does God Get Your Attention?

3/12/2024
231 – Do you notice when God is trying to get your attention? God talks to us in lots of ways. But how often do we notice? Take a minute to think of all the ways God tries to get your attention. Sometimes it might be because you're doing something you shouldn't. Sometimes it's because you're not doing something you should. And sometimes it's because your doing exactly what God wants you to do and He's confirming that you're right where you need to be. In this week's episode, I talk about how God got the attention of several Bible characters. And it wasn't always rainbows and butterflies. And how God used others to get their attention MosesJonahThe IsraelitesJohn the BaptistJesusHow does all this apply to you and me? God is always trying to get your attention. Why? Because He loves you and He wants the very best for you. Please take some time to look back on your life and ponder all the ways God has spoken to you, protected you, directed you, rebuked you, provided for you, healed you. Every time these things happen, even if you don’t realize God is there doing it, God is calling out to you, saying, “I see you. Do you see Me? Look for Me everywhere in your life. Trust Me. Love Me. Lean on Me. Ask Me for what you need. I am here for you. Pay attention to Me and all the love I have for you." How is God getting your attention today? Then... what will you do next? Show notes: Full transcript of Episode 231 and Bible verses Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:23

230 – Why Do You Try to Lead When You're Dancing with God?

3/5/2024
230 – Has God ever asked you to dance with Him? What does that even mean? When God asks you to dance, it's a metaphor for God asking you to participate in life and follow where He leads. Have you ever danced with someone who didn't know how to lead, or follow, depending on which role you were in? It can be confusing, awkward, and sometimes get pretty messy. Things can get pretty confusing and messy when God asks us to dance with Him and we don't follow His lead, especially if we try to lead. That's what this episode is all about. When God asks you to dance with him, do you In this Dance we call Life, I encourage you to accept the invitation to be God’s dance partner. Let Him lead you to the dance floor, and embrace you. Look into His eyes and see His love for you. Follow His lead. Pay attention to and learn the language of the many ways He directs you and shows you what steps to take. You don’t have to have everything figured out all the time. You can trust God to lead you every time He asks you to dance. Show notes: For full transcript and Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/230. Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:35

229 – The Blood of Jesus, by Itself, Is not what Saves You

2/27/2024
229 – How often do you hear: "The blood of Jesus saves you from your sins," or something to that effect? The more I have pondered and prayed about all the Bible has to say about God's forgiveness of sins, Jesus's crucifixion, and more specifically, the blood of Jesus, I've come to the conclusion that there's more to forgiveness than just the fact that Jesus's blood was shed. Spoiler Alert: This may sound a little controversial at first, but when you listen to this episode, you'll understand what I'm talking about. What really got me to thinking is something Paul says in 1 Corinthians, Chapter 15, about the crucifixion, the resurrection, forgiveness of sins, and our faith. Too many Christians pass over this crucial passage of Scripture and miss the bigger picture of what Paul is saying about salvation and forgiveness. That's what this episode is all about, Let me know your thoughts on this topic. I'd love to hear your thoughts, even if you disagree. Show notes: For a full transcript and Bible quotes: go to Episode 229 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:24:45

228 – Nijay Gupta: Women Leaders in the New Testament

2/20/2024
228 – Did you ever realize how many women leaders there are in the New Testament? More than you probably realized. There are some I didn't even realize were women? Why haven't we been told about these amazing women who risked their lives to share the Gospel in the early Christian Church? This week I talk with Dr. Nijay Gupta about these women leaders in the early Christian church and how they set examples for how women can have leadership roles in the church today. He has written a book called: Tell Her Story (see below for link). Here are the women we talked about. How many of them have you heard of? Most of them we know very little about but Paul mentions them and commends many of them for their work in sharing the Gospel. Nijay and I also talked about the so-called submission and women-be-silent verses, but he points out the cultural contexts of these verses, how they seem to contradict the fact that Paul commended women for preaching and promoting the Gospel elsewhere. And Nijay makes it clear we get into serious trouble when we create a theology around just two or three verses. Nijay Gupta's books: Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church.* A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies* Paul and the Language of Faith* Prepare, Succeed, Advance, Second Edition: A Guidebook for Getting a PhD in Biblical Studies and Beyond* New: Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling* All books* by Nijay Gupta Podcast: Slow Theology Blog: Crux Sola Show notes: For a full transcript and more detailed show notes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/228. Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:59:51

227 – God Still Loves You

2/13/2024
227 – Have you ever wondered if God still loves you? All too often we think of all the mistakes we've made or the things that have happened to us, and somehow decide God must not love us anymore, that we're not worthy of His love. But no matter what you've done ( or not done that you should have), no matter what mistakes you've made, big or small, God still loves you. It's as simple as that. Why do we make it so complicated? In this week's episode, I share some of my personal journey to actually accepting and believing that God really does love me. I'm curious if you have gone through a similar process. Here are some of the points along the way to accepting the fact that God still loves you. A conversation with God: I also share a little conversation I had with God several years ago that helped me accept God's love for me. God still loves you. He will never give up on you. No matter who you are, where you’re from, what you’ve done, what you haven’t done, whatever your circumstances are, God still loves you. He will do whatever it takes for you to accept and experience His love. For a full transcript of this episode and Bible verses quoted, check out the show notes at: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/227 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:17:54

226 – We Are More than Conquerors through Christ

2/6/2024
226 – What does it mean to be more than a conqueror through Christ? With all the challenges in the world and in your own personal life, does it ever seem like there's just no end to the chaos? In Chapter 8 of Romans, Paul lists a host of challenges that describes what a lot of people are dealing with today. But he also promises us that we can find answers, solutions, and healing through Christ. In this week's episode, I talk about what it means to be more than just a conqueror: You are more than a conqueror. You are the beloved child of God and co-heir with Christ. This is your spiritual identity. Give yourself permission to be what God has created you to be. It’s actually who you already are. You have inherited all the love and blessings God can give. You have inherited His kingdom, with and through Christ. Accept your spiritual inheritance, right now, as an heir of God, and live your life from that perspective. Previous episode mentioned: Episode 61: Your Name Is Written in Heaven Show notes: Full transcript and all Bible verses mentioned: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/226 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:02

225 – If You Could Ask Jesus a Favor...

1/30/2024
225 – If you could ask Jesus a favor, what would it be? If you had met Jesus 2,000 years ago while as he was traveling around healing and ministering to people, what would you ask him for? A healing? Deliverance from a problem? The answer to a burning question in your heart? Lots of people came up to Jesus to ask him for all sorts of things. Sometimes he granted their requests and sometimes he didn't. There's so much to learn from these folks who approached Jesus with a request. In this week's episode I talk about why Jesus answered some requests and why he didn't answer others. Here's who is in the show: The crux of the matter: what you want or what God wants If you could talk to Jesus, would you ask for something you want really bad? Or would you ask him to show you what God's will is for you? And how on earth do you figure out what God's is will for you? There are some helpful ideas to get you started, plus a previous episode I recommend (see below for link). Who should you pray to, Jesus or the Father? Listen to find out... Episodes mentioned: Episode 79: How Do You Know if Something is God’s Will ? Episode 121: Praying in the Name of Christ Please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Thanks! Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:23:23

224 – Why Should I Believe in the Nicene Creed?

1/23/2024
224 – Do you have to believe in the Nicene Creed to be a true Christian? This is a pretty heavy duty topic. And people have been arguing over this for about 1,700 years. So this is not the final answer or discussion on the topic. But is incredibly important to think about what it means to be a Christian. Is it based on what you believe or how you put into practice the teachings of Jesus? Or is it a combination of the two? This week, I share my thoughts on the Nicene Creed and some of the problems I have with it. And as always, you are free to disagree with me. And I'd love to hear your perspective, whether you agree or not with what I say. I'm always open to another perspective. We have so much to learn from each other. Here are the two main reasons I cannot adhere to the Nicene Creed. Jesus says we are to judge a tree by its fruit. The "fruit" of those who supported the Nicene Creed, as well as the fruit of those who opposed it, prove to me they didn't really believe in the Jesus of the Bible. Otherwise they would have followed Jesus's approach and done the mighty works of healing he did. If you believe in the Nicene Creed, I totally respect your choice to do so. But I think it's important to know the history of how this Creed came down through history. And be aware of what it does not include. For me, my approach to having a creed is simple: I believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God, that God is good and made us in His image and likeness. And I add to that my commitment to seek and do God's will, follow Christ the best I can, love my neighbor as myself, and be guided by the Holy Spirit. And I invite you to join me. Book referred to: When Jesus Became God: The Struggle to Define Christianity During the Last Days of Rome by Richard E. Rubenstein. * Previous episode mentioned: # 223 The Bible as a Verb with Polly Castor Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/224 * Amazon affiliate link Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:26:51

223 – The Bible as a Verb with Polly Castor

1/16/2024
223 – Have you ever thought of the Bible as a verb? All too often we think of the Bible as a source for our beliefs, our theology, and our faith. But have you ever looked at the Bible through the lens of the action items that need to be on our daily to-do list? This week, I talk to my wife, Polly Castor, about the Bible as resource for how we are to behave, what we are to do, not just what we're supposed to believe. Polly shares LOTS of Bible action items, things we need to do, like: Polly makes a practice during her Bible study to keep track of all the things the Bible instructs us to do. She sees these action items as tools in her spiritual toolbox. When someone is demanding or really needs her attention, she practices patience. If there's a misunderstanding with a friend or family member, she takes out the "be reconciled to each other" tool and works toward healing the situation. You get the idea. You'll love the practical wisdom and humor Polly brings to living the Bible in her daily life. Polly Castor contact info: Daily blog: pollycastor.com Art website: pollycastorart.com Instagram: @pollycastor Email: pollycastor@gmail.com Previous episodes mentioned: Episode 53: How I Met My Wife Episode 15: How to Stop Fighting Your Brother and Love Him Instead Show notes: For a full transcript of this episode and a list of all the Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/223. Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:01:10:41

222 – How to Find Yourself in the Bible

1/9/2024
222 – Have you ever tried to find yourself in the Bible? So many people are trying to find themselves these days. They're looking in so many different directions, but they often overlook the spiritual aspect of who they are as a child of God. The best place to discover your identity is in the Bible. In a couple of previous episodes, I talked specifically about this: Episode 37:You Are the Image and Likens of God. What the Heck Does that Mean?Episode 144: Finding Your Identity in the Bible with Keith FerrinThis week I'm taking a different approach. I'm looking at various Bible characters to see what we can learn about ourselves from the way they dealt with the situations and the issues of their day. Here are the Bible folks explored in this episode: With each of these Bible characters, what can you see in them that helps you understand yourself? What lessons can you learn from them based on the situations they were in and how they responded? If there’s someone in the Bible you especially identify with and relate to, let me know. I’d love to hear who it is and what you’ve discovered about who you are from someone in the Bible. And more importantly, I'd love to know not just what you’ve learned about yourself, but what you’ve discerned that God has called you to do. Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:28:13

221 – Stop Comparing Yourself to Others, Just Follow Christ

1/2/2024
221 – Have you ever been so preoccupied with what others are doing that you don't focus on following Christ? Welcome to 2024! A new year is a wonderful opportunity to take stock of where you've been, where you are and where you're going. Instead of a New Year's Resolution this year, I decided simply to quit comparing myself to what others are doing and just focus on following Christ. Remember when Jesus said to Peter, "What is that to you? As for you, follow me." John 21:22 That's why in this week's episode I explain why my mantra for 2024 is "What is that to you? Just follow Christ." I can't change what other people do or think. But I can change myself. The same is true for you. I choose to follow Christ as a response to whatever happens this year: I invite you to do the same. This is possible. Paul says, "We have the mind of Christ." 1 Corinthians 2:16 That means we can think and act like Jesus did. Show notes: For a full transcript and Bible verses in this episode: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/221 Please join me this year in keeping your eyes on Christ, the Shepherd, and not comparing yourself to the other sheep. _____________ REQUEST: If you're reading this, it probably means you're listening on a podcast app. If your app allows, please rate the podcast and leave a review. Thanks. Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts Rate the show on Spotify Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:22:39

220 – Best Bible Podcast Episodes in 2023

12/26/2023
220 – Highlights from The Bible Speaks to You Podcast in 2023 The end of the year is a good time to look back and see where you've come from. It's a time to appreciate and be grateful for all the blessings from the previous 12 months. In these last few days of 2023, I've gone back to review some of the podcast episodes that, according to you, my listeners, were the most helpful. This week's episode shares some of the highlights from these favorite episodes from 2023. Here are the episodes which are highlighted. There's a 3-5 minute audio clip of each episode this week. The Best of 2023 Episode 172: Living in the Holy Spirit January 24, 2023 Episode 176: How much do you love the people who will be born 100 years from now? February 21 Episode 177: You are on the pathway to healing February 28 Episode 180: You are standing on holy ground March 21 Episode 181: How to See Spiritually March 28 Episode 189: How to Pray When You Feel Rejected May 23 Episode 192: Jesus’s Recipe to Stop Worrying June 13 Episode 193: Quietly surrendering to God June 20 Episode 203: What if Jesus preached at your church? August 29 Episode 216: Does God really love everyone? Christmas is the answer November 28 Show notes: For a transcript and Bible verses, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/220 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:48:56

219 – What Will You Get from Christ for Christmas?

12/19/2023
219 – What are you expecting to get for Christmas this year? Remember that sense of expectation you had as a kid at Christmastime? There was so much anticipation for what presents you'd get. What if you could have that same sense of expectation for all that Christ is giving you this Christmas? Have you ever stopped to think about all that Jesus has given us? In this week's episode I talk about some of the more obvious things Christ gives us, not just at Christmas, but all year long: Right this moment Christ is pouring forth infinite, boundless, unlimited blessings, most important of which is a full salvation from the world’s evil, along with the awareness that we are the sons and daughters of God. This is Christ’s gift to you. How much of this gift will you accept, not just at Christmas, but all year long? Previous episode mentioned Episode 167: What Will You Give Jesus for Christmas? Show notes: Transcript and Bible verses: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/219 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:46

218 – Praying for the Prodigals with Pam Fields

12/12/2023
218 – Do you have a prodigal in your family? This week I talk with Pam Fields, mother of nine, and grandmother of four, about how to pray when you have a prodigal child. One of Pam's grown children has broken away from the family and renounced their faith. Pam talks about the way she has prayed about this and how she has supported others who have had similar experiences. Here are some of the points we covered: Pam says that having a prodigal does not disable your life. Step up and step into the calling that God has on your life. Find a supportive community where you can feel support as well as support others. _____ For a full transcript (pardon the typos): 218 Transcript. Pam's previous appearance on The Bible Speaks to You Podcast Episode 134: Moms in the Bible Pam Field’s contact info: • Website: TendingFields.net • Facebook: Tending Fields page • Facebook Tending Fields Moms Group • Instagram: Tending Fields Show notes with Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/218 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:51:37

217 – Pivotal Moments in the Bible Leading up to Christmas

12/5/2023
217 – Have there been times in your life that gave you a deeper sense of what Christmas is all about? The Bible is full of these decisions people made and actions they took that create a chain of events that eventually lead to the birth of Jesus. In this week's episode, I talk about a few of these pivotal moments that altered the course of Bible history and bring us to Bethlehem when Jesus is born. Pivotal moments in the Bible that point us to that first Christmas: What if each of the people had made a different choice? Things would have been very different. God used each of these people to guide mankind to be ready for the birth of Jesus. What does all this have to do with you and me? It helps us see God’s hand in the chain of events that led up to Jesus’s birth. But in addition to that, all these examples of important moments where things pivoted and took a new direction can actually be metaphors for how God works in our lives, preparing and leading us to the birth, or appearance, of Christ in our own lives. They show how God can give us a deeper, more spiritual awareness of what Christmas is all about. As you’re getting ready for Christmas this year, or even if you’re listening to this in the middle of July, I encourage you to take some time to look back on things in your life that have given you a deeper sense of what Christmas is all about. What have been the pivotal moments which have pointed you to the spirit of Christmas? Show notes: To read a full transcript of this episode and study the Bible quotes mentioned, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/217. Previous episode mentioned: Episode 53: How I Met My Wife Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:24:52

216 – Does God Really Love Everyone? Christmas Is the Answer

11/28/2023
216 – Believe it or not, some people debate whether or not God really does love everyone. And they can debate all they want. To me, the simple answer to this question is the fact that God sent Jesus to show and be the Way for us, to bring healing and salvation to us and the whole world. The Bible verse that captures this all-inclusive love of God for all mankind, throughout all time is John 3:16 For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. Here are some of the main themes in this week's episode: As you start thinking about Christmas, I encourage you to embrace in a deeper spiritual way than you ever have before, God’s love for all mankind. This prepares room in your heart to receive more of God’s love, more of Christ’s appearing. and it opens you up to express more of God’s love to those around you. What would happen if you felt so powerfully God’s love for all His children, that everyone you came in contact with experienced God loving them? I can’t think of any better way to get ready for Christmas! Previous episode mentioned: Episode 115: Christmas Means Everyone Is Worthy of God’s Love Show notes: Read the full transcript of this episode and all the Bible verses mentioned. thebiblespeakstoyou.com/216. Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:21:36

215 – Let Your Heart Overflow with Gratitude

11/21/2023
215 – Does your heart overflow with gratitude? I've been thinking of everything I'm grateful for. With all the tensions in the world, not to mention the challenges in my own life, I’ve found that expressing gratitude helps get me refocused on God and brings some peace of mind. Gratitude helps clear the air so my heart can breathe more freely. This week's episode takes a deep dive into some of the many ways people in the Bible express gratitude or encourage others to be grateful. Old Testament: New Testament And sometimes we just need to thank God for being God. What are some ways you can be more grateful? Mentioned in this episode: Episode 213: How to Be Grateful in Every Situation Episode 111: What Was Jesus Thankful for? Show notes: Read the full transcript and all the Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/215 Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Duration:00:28:19

214 – Jay Kim: Surrendering to Christ in a Material World

11/14/2023
214 – How are you surrendering to Christ today? We live in challenging times with so many influences trying to pull us away from following Jesus. But this is not new. It happened all the way back in Bible times. This week, Jay Kim and I talk about what it means to surrender completely to Christ and how the book of Colossians gives us a roadmap. Jay, the lead pastor at Westgate Church in Silicon Valley, California, has written a book about Paul's letter to the Colossians and how their challenges were very similar to ours today. Here are just a few of the things we talked about: Above all, we talked about being more like Jesus and surrendering completely to Christ. Jay's books (affiliate links): • Analog Church: Why We Need Real People, Places, and Things in the Digital Age • Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age • Colossians Bible Study Guide: One Jesus, One People (40 Days Through the Book) plus Streaming Video Jay's website: jaykimthinks.com Show notes: To read a full transcript of today's episode and study the Bible verses mentioned, go to the show notes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/214. Support the show_________________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

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