It's one of those questions you've probably asked in your head but never out loud. "Why should God get the credit if I worked hard and earned it myself?". In this episode I want to help navigate us through answering this question with a story out of Daniel 4 surrounding King Nebuchadnezzar. 

Read: Daniel 4:1–33,

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Today we're talking about God's timing, and if it's something that we should ever feel anxious about missing. Shoutout to Erica for the question! I hope this episode can bring peace to your heart, and the same for all of you that take a listen! Share this episode with a friend you know that needs it.

Read: Ecclesiastes 3:11 & The Story of Joseph (Genesis 37–50)

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Many men today feel like they’re not enough—like their worth is tied to success, money, or how much they can provide. And when we aren't winning in one of these areas we begin to feel like we're worthless.

In this sermon, we dive into what the Bible actually says about your identity, worth, and manhood. Whether you’re feeling lost, unmotivated, or just tired of the pressure to "have it all together," this message will remind you that God called you valuable long before you were “useful.” 

While this episode is centered around men, this message if for everyone.

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You asked God's will to be done. You've been obedient. You seek His kingdom first. But you're still worried about not fulfilling your destiny? That don't add up...Merry Christmas btw. Let's talk about it.

Read: Luke 1:26-38; Philippians 2:5-11

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Rather than seeing our weaknesses as a platform for God's glory to stand on, we turn to being insecure individuals on a quest to be self-reliant. It is this misconception of our weaknesses that lead many of us into a life of sin. Let's expand on this...

Read: Genesis 1:27-30; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Jeremiah 9:23-24

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God grabbed your hand, and told you to follow Him. Only one problem...He hasn't told you where you're going. Typically, before one begins a journey, he or she knows the destination. Knowing the destination empowers one to persevere through today's trials in hopes of one day reaching the mountaintop. But when God doesn't reveal to you what the destination is, what is supposed to empower you then?

Read: Hebrews 11:8

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Some of our weakness continue to be a burden on us because God allows them to stay there for a reason...a good reason.

(Pray that God helps you to really listen to this episode. At first, the concept seems like a hard pill to swallow but remember that God loves you and knows the perfect route to perfection.)

Read: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10

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Knowing that the calling God has placed over your life is actually a command comes with huge benefits. For starters, God does not command humans to do anything we cannot accomplish with His empowerment. This gives us confidence to move forward in our calling, knowing that God has already made a pathway to a successful mission. All we need to do is listen, trust and obey.

You are never too unqualified or unclean to follow a command of God. In fact, following His commands is how we express our love to Him.

Read: Jeremiah 1:4-10; Deut 31:7-8; Isaiah 40:8

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It is impossible to live a life that glorifies God without humility. That is how important this topic is. It's never a comfortable conversation to have, but it is imperative that we have it. Many of the things our generation does is for our own self-exaltation. We've traded in our testimonies of God's goodness for instagram captions that only praise ourselves for the hard work we do. Where does glorifying God still fit in our lives? 

Read: John 3:26-30

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When we lose sight of grace, we lose sight of God. 

Some of us think we are morally superior to others because we follow more rules in the Bible. Others of us hate ourselves after we sin and think God never wants anything to do with us. It's time we revisit what it means to be saved by the grace of God, and not by our own works.

Read: Galatians 5!!!!!

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Closed doors exist for many reasons....but not because God can't open them. As we live a life directed by the Spirit, we should never panic and pout at the sight of closed doors, but lean on God to make a way where there seems to be no way. Can I get an amen or what?

Read: Isaiah 41:19: Job 39:4-11

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This week God told me to "be present." I asked Him how, and this is the message I've been inspired to preach on today. I don't think being present is the goal, as much as it is the product of reaching the goal. I think the real goal is learning how to not linger in the past nor worry about the future. In today's message, we focus on the topic of the future. 

Read: Matthew 6:19-34

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Isaiah 40:29-31

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Let's talk about God's power.

Read: Isaiah 40:21-31; Psalm 121:4; Deut 8:3

"Man plans and God laughs." It's a popular saying to explain those moments in life when God completely shakes things up, or allows them to fall apart. In this episode of the pod, my 10-month hiatus comes to an end with a story of how I got laid off last April, my call to full-time ministry, and the journey of humility I've had to walk with God ever since. What do you do when God allows a shake up in your life? How do you respond when His call challenges your reputation in the eyes of others?

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It's hard to feel content while comparing other people's blessings to yours. The truth is, our envy and covetousness for other people's things root from our urge to glorify ourselves. This is a problem, because we were created with the purpose to glorify God. When we find ourselves more concerned with glorifying our own image than the image of God, we become idolators.

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Read: Colossians 3:5; Ephesians 2:10; Matthew 6:19-21

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Today I had a lot to get off my chest about my current state of mind. I've been very covetous (greedy) as of late. It's all been mixed in with some comparison, envy, frustration and more. This is part 1 to the discussion since it got cut short.

Read: Colossians 3:5

The blessings come, but we still aren't in heaven. We will still face challenges. Some of us have arrived at a new level, and with every new level comes new challenges. This is not a time to shrink back, but a time to buckle down and go to work. The Lord is your strength. He's brought you hear and He will lead you through.

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I pray this one doesn't go over anyone's head. There must be a balance between acknowledging the the trauma, upbringing, and environments that cause us to have a tendency to behave a certain way, and taking responsibility for our actions. Sometimes, we hear "hurt people hurt people" as a way to pardon people from their bad behavior. Although this statement holds truth, God wants His children admitting their own fault everyday.

Read: Genesis 3:8-14; 1 John 1:8-10; Luke 18:9-14

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I've been fed these messages by the Holy Spirit, encouraging the people who think they are too dirty or don't have what it takes. If you're the person this is for, God is trying to let you know something. If He's died for you, and if He has called you, stop thinking you are too dirty or not gifted enough. Hope this episode blesses someone.

Read: Exodus 4:1-8; 1 Samuel 17:38-40; 1 Kings 17:14-16; Matthew 14:16-20

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I've been wrestling with this voice of the enemy in my head. It's been telling me that I am too incompetent; I don't have what it takes to handle what God has put on my plate. Many of us hear this same voice everyday. In this episode, we address the voice head on.

Read: Romans 4:18-22; 1 Corinth 1:27-29; Isaiah 55:10-11

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There are some of us that woke up this morning and skipped prayer and God time because we think we are too dirty for God. If you are one of these people, or ever have been, let's take time to remember what Jesus Christ did for us. We are going back to the basics because it is the foundation. We cannot build up without it.

Read: Romans 5:1; Luke 15:17-20; John 14:23

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This entire week is about love as we commemorate the UA's 3rd anniversary. Many of us see our suffering to indicate that God has left us and no longer loves us. However, this is not the case. Suffering is expected in the life of all human beings, and our comfort doesn't come from them being absent. It comes from our faith in God being present. #DTDOYY21

Read: Isaiah 43:2; Romans 8:35-39; Rev 21:4

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Even us Christians can confess to being discontent in life. Does this mean that God is not enough for us?

God told us, " man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live." Let's break down what that means.

Read: Phil 4:11-13; Jeremiah 17:7-8; Galatians 5:22-23; John 15:1-5; Duet 8:2-3

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"Sounds like you're in your own head." That's what my homie Charles told me, and I can't stop thinking about it. In this episode we talk about the enemy within.

Read: Matthew 14:26-31; Ephesians 6:12-16; Romans 8:32

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God is working on me, be back soon. Until then please feel free to go back and replay old episodes to be encouraged. Love yaw.

Read: 1 Peter 5:6–7

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Today we answer a question submitted to Ask Churchboy: Hey "...How do you think us, children of God, should approach differences in opinion within our own church? Different generations have different lenses when it comes to how proactive we should be within our community battles and political conversations, especially when comes to about speaking on racial and gender injustice. Should we speak up or brush it under the rug?"

Read: Luke 10:30-37; James 4:17; Galatians 6:1

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Caring too much about what people think is an underrated issue. In fact, I think this issue is one of the most relevant for our generation. Fact of the matter is: this issue has the power to keep people from living out their lives as an offering to God. In this episode I'll explain how.

Read: Jeremiah 1:4-10; Matthew 5:16; Matthew 5:13

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PULL OUT THAT BIBLE. Tbh I didn't expect for this one to be this heavy but whatever. There's been too much confusion in our generation, so I believe its time to slow it down and cover one of the fundamental doctrines of our faith: The Divinity of Jesus. I pray this message ultimately encourages you see the importance of studying the Word, asking questions (to the right people), and taking your walk in Christ more seriously than you are right now. Love yaw, let's get into it!

Read: John 1:1-3 & 14; Colossians 1:15-17; John 8:54-58; Matthew 16:13-17

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Should I trust God for a miracle or should I make things happen on my own? Do we work hard because we don't trust God? Are we mediocre because we expect God to give us a miracle? Hope episode gives some clarity.

Read: 1 Samuel 17:48-49; Duet 8:4; Duet 8: 11-20; Matthew 14:31

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Many young Christians of our generation are so scared to be problematic. We're scared to be cancelled and we are scared to be seen as a bad person. Our addiction to praise has finally exposed itself, as we are so much more concerned with being an amazing person in the eyes of the world than we are serving and representing Christ. Today I'll unpack all this and I hope that you DON'T feel attacked but enlightened.

Read: Matthew 5:14-16; Joshua 24: 14-15; 1 John 2:15-17 Watch video episode here: https://youtu.be/FfG1uSsmkn0

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Many of us need this one. We've been lazy, slow, and unmotivated. I hope this message can quicken your spirit and help you make the connection between your hard work in any area and honoring the Father. You can't do anything for God's glory if you're not doing.

Read: 1 Corinthians 10:31; Genesis 2:15; 2 Samuel 24:21-25

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Life hasn't been going as expected. You've been obedient, but are still discontent with where you are in life. You are waiting for God to bless you...and nothing is happening? Are you doing something wrong; is God mad at you? Or maybe it just isn't His time. What will you do now? Will you fall in shambles or persist towards victory?

Read: Ecclesiastes 3:11; Psalm 27:13; Hebrews 11:6

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Cheers to 100! This episode, I wanted to take the time to be transparent. Getting to episode 100 took more than I had in the tank, but I'm thankful to God that every time I was ready to walk away from this platform, He directed me back on track. Moral of the story is this: be able to carry on even when God doesn't give you the full picture. Don't stop until He says "stop."

To this community, thank you so much! Thank you for listening, watching, commenting, following, DM'ing - the whole shebang. God has used you all to bless me and help me carry on and I'll never take you all for granted. I love you all. We will continue!

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Following God's way can sometimes look like you are missing "opportunities." But please remember, God does not miss anything, nor does He cause us to miss anything that was indeed meant for us. When living a life led by His Spirit, we never need to carry regret.

Read: Psalms 18:30-35; 1 Samuel 26:10-11; Jeremiah 1: 9-10

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Is it real peace if you have to wait for the storm to finish in order to feel it? Do you actually experience God's peace or are you just comforted by having everything in your life under your control? Today, I discuss what God's peace looks like amidst a life of many afflictions.

Read: Psalm 34:19; Mark 4:35-40; Jeremiah 17: 5-8; Isaiah 42:2

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Let's face it, we've all fell down the rabbit hole of an end time conspiracy at some point in our lives by now. Or maybe instead of a conspiracy, we sat through the a false teacher or prophet preaching a whole lotta of anti-biblical nonsense. Realistically, we will never be able to escape with the frenzy of conspiracies, false prophecies and heresies that drop every week on the internet. Nevertheless, it's important that we not be deceived, and the Word of God is here to guide us through all the lies and deception.

Read: Ephesians 4:11–15 (NKJV)

Resources for Reading the Bible

• https://www.gotquestions.org/ - Great for Bible questions
• https://www.blueletterbible.org/ - Get original Hebrew & Greek definitions to words used in english translations.
• https://www.bibleref.com/ - Get explanations on tough Bible verses
• https://courses.dts.edu/ - Free Bible courses from my seminary school

This week, it's part 2 to the 2-part series on Progressive and Conservative Christianity. In this episode, I cover Progressive Christianity, and the 3 reasons I believe this heresy (yes, heresy) is popular amongst our generation. This episode is incomplete without the previous episode, so if you're planning on listening, make sure you check out Part 1 first (ep.96). Definitely open to any questions you might have after this one. Send them here: https://www.un-associated.com/askchurchboy/

Read: John 14:6; 2 Timothy 4:3-4; James 4:4; John 15:18-20

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This week, I start a 2-part series on Progressive and Conservative Christianity. I will be highlighting the ways in how people who identify themselves with either or, might miss the mark. This week, I cover Conservative Christianity, and next week I will cover Progressive Christianity. These episodes won't dissect every facet of each stance, but cover the overview. This episode is incomplete without the next, and the next is incomplete without this one. Hope this clears things up about the Word of God and proper conduct of a child of God.

Read: 1 John 4:7-12; Galatians 5:22; Matthew 5:20-22; John 8:3-7

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When we ask God for something, we must believe He is our provider. And when we ask, we shall receive. However, in the times we do not receive, is it because God is incapable of giving? Or could it be that we haven't received because we have asked amiss?

Read: Matthew 6, Matthew 7:7-11, 1 John 1:5, James 4:2-3

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If you're anything like me, after you make a mistake your mind is full of self-deprecating thoughts and you find it hard to get back up because of the shame. Many of us have formed a habit of condemning ourselves for our mistakes, even though God does not. What do we have to realize for us to finally be more forgiving of ourselves and get back up stronger than ever?

Read: Psalm 37:23-24; Colossians 3:17

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Is God putting a gun to our heads? Is He forcing us to worship Him/have a relationship with Him, and punishing all those who don't choose Him by sending them off to hell? Are those of us who are Christians unknowingly serving an authoritarian dictator who's a narcissist?

Of course not.

Read: James 1:17; John 3:18; Romans 5:12-19

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For many of us, we have been experiencing a period of time in life with a lack of excitement, newness, and passion. Sometimes this can be a result of us doing something wrong, however, these can also be times God Himself calls us to exist in. It's easy to lose sight of the purpose of it all while living a mundane life, but like every part of a Christian's life - it has purpose, and we must endure it.

Read: Romans 8:28; Philippians 4:6-7 & 11-13; Matthew 6:31-34

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Today, we host Editor-in-Chief of UN-ASSOCIATED, Danielle Clayton, to talk about her journey of coming to realize that her faith was nothing to keep quiet about. Many of us get so distracted or scared, that we choose to not share our faith with others and keep Jesus private. However, our faith in God should permeate from every facet of our lives as a testimony to who He is.

Read: 1 Corinthians 2:14; 1 Peter 3:15; Matthew 10:32-38

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When God calls us to a journey from mountain peak to mountain peak, we often are tempted with pride - exalting ourselves instead of giving the glory to God. Every good thing we have, has been given to us by God. However ,many of us rather boast about our accomplishments without ever mentioning God because we are more concerned with our self-image than anything else...

Read: Acts 14:8-18; 1 Corinthians 4:7; 1 Corinthians 1:27-31

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Christians have inherited a terrible rep in this generation. We are seen as hateful, judgmental, hypocritical, and more. Are we getting called all these names for Christ's sake, or could it be that we actually all have these faults that need to be acknowledged and corrected. Additionally, how should a Christian navigate a generation where disagreeing has become synonymous with hatred?

Read: 1 Peter 4:12-16; Luke 10:25-37; John 15:18-19

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In life, God can call us to journey through the mountain peaks or the valleys, and each environment needs a different strategy for endurance. In the valley especially, self-pity is a very present and UNDERRATED enemy. Getting trapped in this pit will only slow you down and distance you from God. It's time we give this enemy the attention it needs to be defeated.

Read: Numbers 13:31 - 14:5; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Romans 8:35-39

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Most conversations surrounding the gospel talk about the physical pain, suffering and death that Christ experienced on our behalf. Today I want to talk about something else Jesus endured for our sakes, and that's humiliation. Some people think God is egotistical, but when we really take time to consider what it meant for the Creator to humble Himself and suffer at the hands of His own creation, the "egotistical" label simply doesn't stick. Let's unpack.

Read: Philippians 2:1–8; Hebrews 12:1–3; 2 Peter 3:9

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On part 2 of "Overcoming Sexual Sins", I talk about a common tactic the devil would use to tempt me into sexual sin: making it seem like he was my friend. Yeah, I know that sounds silly - who would ever believe satan is anyone's friend. However, in hard times, the enemy can sometimes approach you as an angel of light, as your friend, your solace, your provider of pleasure. And if we aren't careful, we can be deceived to the point of death.

See: Episode 75 for Part 1

Read: Matthew 24:14 - 27:5; Proverbs 7; Romans 8:33-34

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#askchurchboy:...I'm wondering if you could dig deeper into what the Bible says about manifestation and whether or not Christians should be practicing it.

This week, we FINALLY take on the concept of Manifestation. What exactly is this new age principle, and is it something that goes in line with God's word? Let's settle it.

Read: Matthew 16:24-26; 2 Timothy 4:3; 1 John 5:14-15

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#askchurchboy: I have doubts on my salvation...how do I know if I am truly saved?

Today I answer what it means, and looks like to truly be saved. As elementary as this topic may be for some, it is the most important message that I could ever preach on - as being sure of salvation is the most important thing in all of our lives! 

I honestly don't preach about this enough. But the key takeaway from this message is that we are saved by faith in Jesus Christ. He has paid the price, washing away our sins, and when we surrender our lives to Him and make Him our Lord, we secure salvation and go through a real transformation. I wish this experience on every human, I pray that as you listen to this message the Holy Spirit convicts you to be sure of your salvation. This episode will either make some feel more comfort or make some feel more discomfort - either way, GOOD. Love you all, enjoy!

Read: Romans 10:9;  Matthew 7:21; Galatians 2:16; James 2:16-22

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