Lighting the Way Today – Détails, épisodes et analyse

“When you know who you are in God’s eyes, that’s what frees you up to develop your talents and take on responsibilities without the pressures of trying to prove your own worth.”

This power-packed episode features Sierra Bergman interviewing Rev. Bryan Mittler and Colin Stanley discussing many facets of what our identity in Christ means for our lives. While the world defines people by a variety of physical factors, God defines us by our spiritual identity, which frees us up to both excel for Him and serve others more effectively. This episode is thoughtful and inspiring, and it’s sure to leave you encouraged by God’s vision for your life—who He has called you to be.

Conversation Links:

• Philippians 3:5-7
• Galatians 3:28
• I Corinthians 15:10
• Hebrews 11:6
• Romans 12:1
• Exodus 3
• Acts 10
• Galatians 2:11
• Philippians 4:13
• I Timothy 2:4
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• Abide in Truth - Way Productions ft. Togo Way Productions
• Amazing Grace with Togo Way Productions - Way Productions

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“God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, so that we could have life more abundantly. That’s our primary goal – to help our children see that and understand that through what we teach them, what we show them in how we treat them, and how we treat one another in our marriage relationship. As they see that, they can learn to love God and learn to love His Word, and we know that has the best chance of setting them up for success in life.”

This episode gives an insightful look into transitioning into parenthood with a unique and pragmatic interview conducted by Hunter Mullins. Ministers and parents of three, Dr. and Mrs. Neal Kelly (Neal and Grace), who both also have backgrounds in the field of healthcare, answer timely questions about what the Word says about parenthood and give practical understanding about what the process of building a family looks like. With so much confusion in the world today about what God’s will is concerning parenthood and families, you won’t want to miss this episode filled with straightforward scripture and grounded insight into this topic.

Conversation Links:

• Genesis 1:28
• Genesis 9:1
• I Corinthians 7
• Psalm 127
• Mark 12:30
• John 10:10
• Ephesians 4:29
• LTWT 022: Building a Godly Marriage
• LTWT 021: A God-Centered Approach to Engagement and Premarital Preparations
• Exodus 14
• Joshua 3
• Ephesians 6:12
• Psalm 139
• Ecclesiastes 4:12
• Mark 10:8
• Luke 6:38
• Proverbs 22:15
• Parenting by the Book
• Ephesians 6:1-4
• Proverbs 4:23

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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“I have spent less time playing video games than I used to, now that I’m putting God first. But I’m keeping Him first, and I’m keeping Him involved even in my thoughts and in my time as I game, and I’m having more fun, despite spending less time on this thing. So whatever it is that we’re doing, doing it with God will always get us more.”

Do you have hobbies that are important to you? Do you want to pursue these passions while still keeping God first in your life? Listen to this podcast with Hunter Mullins and minister Daniel Stoller, who are both avid video gamers, as they talk about the practical side of how to balance keeping God first and pursuing your hobbies. 

Conversation Links:

• Exodus 20:3
• Matthew 6:24
• James 1:14
• I Corinthians 12:18

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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“I had to work in how I could find the time [to exercise] and realize that if I gave the time to take care of myself, I’d have more to give. I would have the Word in my heart, I could pray, I could do so many things while I exercised, and then I was a better person because I had more to give.”

In this episode, Lauren Boner interviews two individuals with a great passion for health and fitness, and who give their all for God as they steward their physical bodies. Terri Rath is a seasoned personal trainer and running coach with over twenty-six years of expertise. She has achieved nine world records in running and fourteen American Masters track and field records. And Steele Bergman is a minister with an avid love for God’s Word and for pushing himself as a runner. At the time of this recording, he has run five full marathons, four half marathons, and participated in a two-day, two-hundred-mile relay race called a “Ragnar.” Listen in as these two share their stories on how they grew in health and fitness, and what God’s Word says about the subject.

Conversation Links:

• I Timothy 4:8
• II Corinthians 4:7
• John 10:10
• Proverbs 3:2
• Joshua 14:11
• II Kings 11,12
• II Chronicles 23,24
• Hebrews 12:1-3
• Philippians 4:13
• Mark 1
• I Corinthians 6:20
• Psalm 18
• Philippians 4:6
• Ephesians 6:10
• Zechariah 4:10
• Genesis 2:18
• Proverbs 28:20

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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“If you just study joy and rejoicing in the Word, you’re going to see that that’s God’s desire for us, right now. It’s ‘rejoice evermore,’ not ‘be miserable and somber always.’ This is what God wants for us, and a part of that is humor. It’s a great aspect of life that people might be missing out on because of an overreaction of fear.”

Have you ever felt like there are misconceptions about Christianity when it comes to humor? Should or can Christians be funny? Are boundaries on Christian humor too strict in society? When does a joke go too far? Enjoy this interview with Christian minister and stand-up comedian Randy Komi, along with ministers Denny Caldwell and Taylor Thurlow, as they discuss the purpose of humor and what God’s Word really says about utilizing it.

Conversation Links:

• II Timothy 1:7
• Proverbs 17:22
• I Thessalonians 5:16
• Luke 24:13-32
• I Kings 18
• Luke 2:42-52
• Ephesians 4:29
• I Corinthians 13
• Acts 17
• I Thessalonians 5:21
• Romans 12:9

To Learn More about The Way International:

• https://linktr.ee/thewayintl
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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“Something that I really admire about Isaac is that he can express what he’s gone through, through music and his lyricism....Having the conversation not only gives a way for the solution to be said, but also helps just bring us together, because we’re going through a lot of similar things.”

In this lighthearted episode, Sierra Bergman interviews young Christian rappers Isaac Parker and Tytus Witt (a.k.a., ELI & Suave T), delving into their thoughts on music, service, and God’s role in all of it. Interested in more Christian music? Want to learn more about the Way Ambassador program Isaac and Tytus talk about in this episode? See the links below!

Conversation Links:

• Way Ambassador
• Luke 6:45
• Proverbs 3:5,6
• Philippians 4:6-8
• I Thessalonians 5:18
• Colossians 3:23
• II Corinthians 9:8
• Matthew 5:17
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• Apple Music: Way Productions

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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International. 

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“Don’t let anything that anybody else has done define your life. What should define us is what God has done for us through Jesus Christ....That’s why we forgive, it’s to move ahead with what God has done for us.”

Rev. Tom Mullins returns in this episode to have a conversation about the important topic of forgiveness. He and Sierra Bergman discuss what forgiveness is and what it is not according to the Bible, and what the benefits are of choosing to forgive. If you’ve ever wondered how you can live with joy and peace despite the offenses of others, this episode is for you!

Conversation Links:

• Malachi 3:6
• Ephesians 4:3
• Hebrew and Greek Words for “forgive” in the Old and New Testaments
• Matthew 6:14
• Ephesians 4:32
• Colossians 3:13
• Jeremiah 31:34
• James 3:2
• Romans 12:19
• Matthew 18:21,22
• Ephesians 4:31
• I Thessalonians 5:15
• Matthew 10:16
• Romans 8:37
• Philippians 3:14

To Learn More about The Way International:

• https://linktr.ee/thewayintl
• https://www.theway.org/contact-us/

Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“The one thing in life that will not disappoint us is God. So we can always encourage ourselves in the Lord and put our expectation on Him, because He will always come through.”

Disappointment is something we all deal with. But is there a way to lessen the impact of disappointment in our lives? Are there things we can count on that will never disappoint us? Enjoy this conversation with three ministers, Sarah Stoller, Anna Horrocks, and Lauren Boner, as they discuss dealing with disappointment from a Christian standpoint.

Conversation Links:

• Psalm 62:5
• Psalm 103:14
• Luke 15:11-32
• Ephesians 3:20

To Learn More about The Way International:

• https://linktr.ee/thewayintl
• https://www.theway.org/contact-us/

Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“You can change the course of your day even though nothing in your circumstances has changed, just by deciding to be thankful, deciding to look at the positive.”

Podcast interviewer Heather Malinowski has a conversation with minister Michele DeLisle in this episode, where they talk about Michele’s upbringing, when she started to study the Bible, and how she learned to be thankful in the midst of life’s different ups and downs. Michele also talks about how she teaches thankfulness to her children, and how uniquely valuable it is to understand the Word of God on this topic.

Conversation Links:

• I Thessalonians 5:18

To Learn More about The Way International:

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Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.

“You can see how you would be able to grow, change, be more receptive to godly reproof when you’re confident in your righteousness. When you’re confident in who you are, then it’s so much easier to say, ‘I made a mistake.’”

Is it God’s desire for us to carry guilt and shame in our lives when we do something wrong? Join three ministers—Adam Barlow, Lori Stanbridge, and Taylor Thurlow—as they go straight to the Scriptures to answer this question. This episode also includes practical tips on how to overcome guilt and shame so that it doesn’t hinder our walk with God or stop us from living the lives God intended for us to live.

Conversation Links:

• Listening to Shame - Brené Brown
• II Corinthians 7:8-11
• Colossians 2:12
• Ephesians 2:6
• II Corinthians 5:21
• Romans 3:22

To Learn More about The Way International:

• https://linktr.ee/thewayintl
• https://www.theway.org/contact-us/

Certain opinions expressed in this podcast may or may not represent the views of The Way International.

All music used is either owned by The Way International, is used with permission, has been purchased for use, or is in the public domain.