Deeper Christian Podcast
Many Christians feel frustrated because they don't grow spiritually. The Deeper Christian Podcast helps equip Christians to understand the Word of God and cultivate a passionate love for Jesus that turns the world upside down. Whether you want to learn how to study God's Word, grow in your faith, cultivate a powerful and effective prayer life, share the Gospel boldly, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, live victoriously, or transform the world through the indwelling life of the Holy Spirit, the Deeper Christian Podcast with NRJohnson (Nathan Johnson) will encourage and equip you to grow spiritually and live a Christ-centered life.
Episodes
How the Book of Ruth parallels the Christian life and deepens your spiritual growth
Ruth is one of my favorite Old Testament books in the Bible. Though small and unassuming, it not only parallels our own Christian journey from darkness and sin to light and salvation, but it also has incredible depth that helps our spiritual growth as believers. While many think of the book of Ruth as merely a love story (between Ruth and Boaz), the book actually is an incredible foreshadowing of
Two of the Most Powerful Words in the Bible
Are you feeling stuck in your spiritual life? Is there a secret sin you just can’t seem to gain victory over? There is great hope. In this episode, Nathan talks about two of the most powerful words in the New Testament and how “But God…” radically changes our lives, is the solution to a besetting sin, and is the key which unlocks freedom, life, victory, and greater spiritual growth in our lives.Wa
3 Reasons to Read the Bible Fast
Many Christians read the Bible slowly, one chapter or a few verses at a time—but there are tremendous benefits to reading Scripture through quickly. In this video, Nathan Johnson explains three important reasons every believer should consider reading through the Bible in 60, 90, or 120 days. Reading the Bible at a faster pace can help you see the grand storyline of Scripture, understand how the wh
What is at the center of the center?
Many Christians say Jesus is the center of their lives, but what if He's not actually at the center of the center? In this episode, we examine what it truly means for Christ to be all and have first place in everything according to Colossians 1:18 and Colossians 3:4-11, and why so many believers unknowingly substitute legalism, religious duty, or fear for genuine Christ-centered living. Drawing fr
Three lessons I learned from the book of Jonah
What can the book of Jonah teach us about God’s mercy, our resistance to obedience, and the transforming power of repentance? In this episode, Nathan Johnson shares three key lessons and fresh insights drawn from his in-depth study of Jonah. Discover how this little (and funny) Old Testament book reveals the humor of God, the stunning depth of God’s mercy toward both rebels and the religious, and
A Simple Overview and Outline of the Gospel of Mark
In this concise, Christ-centered overview of the Gospel of Mark, we trace the “beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God” (Mark 1:1) and see why Mark presents Jesus as the triumphant Suffering Servant—One who did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life “a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). You’ll get the big-picture purpose, audience, and driving themes of Mark’s fast-p
You are blessed! … but NOT in the way you think
You are blessed!What a phenomenal promise in Scripture. But the blessing is probably not in what you are thinking.In Ephesians 1:3–14, the Apostle Paul declares a staggering truth: every spiritual blessing we receive from God is found and fulfilled in Jesus Christ. In this Christ-centered Bible teaching, we explore what it truly means to be “blessed” and how our blessing is not in something but in
The looked-over priest who prepared the way for Jesus
In this Bible teaching, we explore the often-overlooked story of Zechariah in Luke 1 and discover how his faithfulness, misunderstanding, and expectancy prepare the way for the Advent of Jesus Christ. Far more than background characters in the Christmas story, Zechariah and Elizabeth stand at the threshold of redemptive history, where God breaks centuries of silence and announces the coming of the
Thanksgiving every day
Happy Thanksgiving! But is your thanksgiving celebration a once-a-year feast or an everyday focus? In this special (and short), thanksgiving episode, Nathan gives a quick overview of thanksgiving in Scripture, why it should mark our lives, and how it is connected to our celebration of Jesus Christ.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each S
Join me in a study of Jonah
When most people think of Jonah, they picture a fish. Yet the fish appears in only three verses of this profound prophetic book. So if Jonah isn’t really about a fish, what’s it about? In this special (short) episode, Nathan invites you to join him in a verse-by-verse study of the book of Jonah where we discover that Jonah is a book about the Living God who relentlessly pursues the lost, even when
Why the names of God matter for your spiritual growth
Names in the Bible are far more than labels—they reveal character, nature, reputation, and identity. In this episode, Nathan Johnson explores why the names of God are vital for knowing Him personally and growing spiritually. When you truly understand God's names, you gain greater clarity of His character, deeper intimacy in relationship with Him, increased awe and worship of Him, and you’ll find t
The Life and Faith of George Müller: 5 Key Lessons for Christians Today
George Müller (1805–1898) was a man who lived fully by faith and prayer, caring for over 10,000 orphans, giving away hundreds of thousands of Bibles, and inspiring generations to trust God’s promises. In this episode, Nathan Johnson explores the incredible life and legacy of Müller—once a liar, thief, and drunkard who was transformed by Christ into a humble servant of God. From his radical depende
Worship God With Your Whole Life (Not Just With Songs)
Most people think worship means singing songs—but the Bible reveals it’s far deeper. True worship is a lifestyle of beholding, intimacy, and sacrifice. In short, it must become the posture of your heart, the focus of your life, and the daily offering of yourself to God. In this Christ-centered Bible teaching, Nathan Johnson explores what biblical worship really means, uncovering its rich depth in
Do you love God with ALL?
It is common for Christians to declare that they love God with everything … "all to Jesus I surrender" is the song upon our lips.But do I truly love the Lord our God with EVERYTHING?In this video, we dive into the "shema" of Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and examine the biblical command to love God with ALL our heart, soul, and strength.Watch this episode as a video on YouTubeCheck out the study notes for thi
Four ways to know if Jesus is your true obsession and passion
esus is to be the obsession and focus of a Christian's life. Yet how do we discover what we are truly obsessed with?In this episode, we discover: the four indicators that reveal what we are obsessed with in our lives why it is imperative that Jesus is our sole obsession and the definition of idolatry (looking to anyone or anything besides Jesus to meet my needs) Simply, if Jesus isn't our obsessio
Would you give everything up to KNOW Jesus? (Philippians 3:4–10 explained)
Philippians 3:4–10 reveals the apostle Paul’s powerful testimony of surrender—counting all things as loss for the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus. In this video, we dive into what it means to truly know Jesus, not just intellectually but intimately (ginōskō), and why following Him is worth giving up everything.Watch this episode as a video on YouTubeSign up for the Deeper Digest (everythi
How you can have a real, personal, intimate relationship with Jesus
You may have heard about Jesus your whole life—but do you actually know Him? I’m not talking about religion, church attendance, or head knowledge. I mean a real, personal, authentic relationship with the living God. If you’ve ever wondered, “There has to be more than this in the Christian life,”—you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re going to uncover how to move from knowing about Jesus to truly
Celebrating the Cross
When you think of the cross of Christ, do you think of a sad event or something exciting?This is "holy week" and most Christians are celebrating the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Yet, when we celebrate Good Friday, it is typically somber and serious … but should it be?In this episode, Nathan walks through Matthew 16 and shows that Jesus' disciples should have been expectant and ready for
Let God Be IN You!
Ian Thomas is one of my favorite preachers of old to listen to—his way of articulating the profound truths of Scripture in a simple way has been incredibly helpful to my understanding that Jesus wants to live His life in and through me. In this stirring and powerful message, Ian Thomas shares that God wants to be God right now in you. We as believers must remember that Christ is the secret to Chri
The 3 C's of a Christian
The Christian life should be marked by three C’s: content, character, and communication. In this episode, Nathan discusses and explains the three C’s of the Christian life and why they are essential for the times in which we live.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each Saturday, which includes all the quotes, articles, podcasts, and resou
The importance of pondering your passing
It has often been joked that there are only two guarantees in life: death and taxes. Yet, few of us want to ponder our end—it feels morbid, awkward, or only causes anxiety. Nevertheless, Scripture reminds us that life is short and as such we should "redeem" (buy up) the time. We should be intentional in how we live—for however long God gives us. In this episode, we discuss what Scripture says abou
A small tribute to the life and death of Stephen Manley
God used the life and ministry of Stephen Manley profoundly in my life.My summer traveling with Stephen was a dramatic turning point in my life and the two decades of ministering alongside him has been a rich blessing and joy.After a battle with brain cancer, Stephen Manley died this week on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.In this small tribute to his life and death, I reflect on Stephen's life and his des
The Hidden Life of Prayer
As Christians we are to people of prayer.In his little gem of a book The Hidden Life of Prayer, David M'Intyre talks about what the prayer life of a believer looks like and gives practical helps and tools to deepen in our intimacy and communion with God.In this episode, Nathan gives seven takeaways that he gained from the book and gives an important warning at the end about reading books on prayer
An overview of Ephesians
Ephesians is one of my favorite books in Scripture … and I've been preaching through it for years.In this episode, we step back and gain a broad 10,000 foot view of Paul's epistle to the Ephesians, the reason he wrote it, the context surrounding it, and important things to take notice of.Listen to my other New Testament book overviews (soon to be available on YouTube)Join me in my study of Ephesia
An invitation to be discipled
Every christian needs to be in a lifelong process of discipleship.But it is also important to have seasons where we remove distractions and intentionally pursue the Lord Jesus Christ.In this episode, I invite you to join me in a season of discipleship—whether online or in person.Discipleship options mentioned in the episode:Sign up for Ellerslie Online (a go-at-your-own-pace online disci
Put away sin (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the past several episodes, we've talked about ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.If you want to grow spiritually and mature in your faith, then you need to start taking sin seriously. In the final episode of this mini-series, Nathan talks about how putting away sin allows you to grow in your faith and de
Memorize Scripture (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the past several episodes, we've talked about ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.One great way to meditate upon the Word "day and night" (Psalm 1) is to memorize Scripture. When you hide God's Word in your heart it not only keeps your mind saturated within truth but it keeps your focus on Christ and it h
Know God's Faithfulness (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.When we know God’s unchanging faithfulness, it enables us to live with greater trust, hope, and confidence in our God and His Word. In order for us to walk by faith (the action of belief), we must stand sure on the cha
Bible reading + study (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.If you’ve spent any amount of time in church you’ve likely been told how important it is for believers to be reading and studying God’s Word … our problem is most of us don’t know how or where to start.In this episode,
Evangelism (10 Ways to Grow Spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.The word "evangelism" often causes fear and trembling in many Christians … yet, evangelism (sharing the good news—the Gospel—of Jesus) can be a simple and powerful outlet to declare the hope of Christ that we have
Living expectant of the Lord's return (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.The modern church is passive, weak, and impure; yet, how much of that is a result of our lack of expectancy at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ?If you want to grow spiritually, you need to have "eternity stamped on
Prayer (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.Most Christians know that prayer is important and that they should pray more … but how? One of the best ways to grow in our spiritual lives as believers is to spend intentional time with God in prayer. In this episode,
Thanksgiving (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.While Thanksgiving is a tremendous holiday in America, it is supposed to be the everyday lifestyle of the believer. In this episode, we explore the concept of thanksgiving biblically and discuss how we can abound in th
Obedience (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.If we desire to grow spiritually, we must learn to walk in obedience to God and His Word. It has been said that God will not lead us further than the last thing He has asked us to obey. In this episode, we explore the
Worship (10 ways to grow spiritually)
Over the next several episodes, I want to talk about ten ways that will help you grow spiritually, deepen your intimacy with Jesus, and practically live the authentic Christian life.In this first study of the series, we examine worship. Many of us immediately think of "singing" when we hear the word "worship." But worship is far more than hymns and praises—worship is a lifestyle that is based on b
Join me in the book of Ruth
The little book of Ruth is one of my favorite books in the Old Testament. Though small, it packs a punch as it shares not only a beautiful romance, but more importantly, points to the ultimate romance of Christ and the Church. Over the next eight weeks, I am teaching through Ruth—giving insights into its historical and cultural context … but also showing how it applies to our lives and points us t
The Unasked Question (a sermon by Stephen Manley)
As a way to show tribute to Stephen Manley, a good friend and mentor of mine, I am playing a few of my all-time favorite sermons of his that have deeply impacted my life.In this message, Stephen preaches from Acts 1:8 and discusses Jesus' answer to the disciple's unasked question. We have often called this "the blue sermon"—what does it mean for you to be "blue all over."Learn more about Saturatio
Obsessed (a sermon by Stephen Manley)
As a way to show tribute to Stephen Manley, a good friend and mentor of mine, I am playing a few of my all-time favorite sermons of his that have deeply impacted my life.In this sermon from John 6, Stephen discusses the concept of obsession and what it means to be obsessed with Jesus. This is the heart of Christianity and what we all should be pressing toward in our own walks with Jesus Christ.Lea
3 things Stephen Manley taught me that changed my life
Stephen Manley is a dear friend, mentor, and someone who has had a profound impact on my life and spiritual growth.I first met Stephen as a teenager when he came and preached at my church, later traveling with him as an intern for a summer, and then worked alongside him in ministry.Stephen has recently been diagnosed with a severe brain cancer, and as I’ve reflected on his impact on my life over t
Living a Life of Lovingkindness (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 8)
Throughout this series as we've examined the Hebrew concept of "hesed" (often translated as mercy, lovingkindness, or steadfast love), an unasked question confronts us personally: are we going to live a life of hesed?If God defines a central aspect of His character and nature with hesed, and now He lives inside of us through His Spirit, shouldn't our lives showcase His hesed to our world?In this e
The Prodigal Father (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 7)
The Hebrew concept of “hesed” is found all throughout the life and ministry of Jesus. He told it in His parables and He lived it in all He did. In this study, we examine the story of the “prodigal son” and discover that it really is a story of the “prodigal father”—it is a beautiful picture of the mercy and lovingkindness of God.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive th
The House of Mercy (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 6)
Jesus is Yahweh in the flesh. And because Yahweh God describes Himself as "abounding in hesed (lovingkindness)" this means Jesus is hesed in the flesh! What an amazing reality!In this episode, Nathan talks about how the Hebrew concept of "hesed" is seen in the New Testament (often translated as "mercy") and examines one specific story in the life of Jesus where He (the God of hesed) goes to the "H
God's Mercy to the Most Wicked Nation in History (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 5)
Is God's mercy, forgiveness, and lovingkindness only for a select few "special" people … or is it available to everyone? The book of Jonah gives us incredible insight into the heart of God for wicked people. God sends a messenger (Jonah) to the most wicked nation in human history with a message of repentance and judgment. And the moment the city of Nineveh repented, God showed mercy.In this episod
Hesed in Every Season of Life (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 4)
While we are promised difficulty and trials in this life, as Christians we can stand firm upon the mercy, grace, supply, peace, joy, and life of Jesus Christ. Regardless of the season of life you may be in (good, bad, or ugly), we must remember that God’s hesed (lovingkindness) is still available and surrounds us. In this episode, Nathan talks about the tremendous reality that even for ancient Isr
The Anthem of Ancient Israel (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 3)
Every nation has a national anthem that rallies the troops and reminds its people of their national identity. In ancient Israel, God’s hesed (specifically Exodus 34:6–7) was the celebratory anthem that rallied the people, stirred unity, reminded them of their identity in Yahweh, and exalted His character and nature. In this episode, Nathan continues his series on God’s hesed (lovingkindness) and
Abounding in Steadfast Love (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 2)
My favorite attribute of God's character and nature is that He abounds in steadfast love. This Hebrew word (hesed) is considered one of the most powerful and profound Hebrew terms, yet is also one of the most difficult words to translate into English.In this episode, we examine God's hesed (His steadfast love / lovingkindness), and look at Exodus 34 where God reveals the heart and meaning of His n
The foundation of God’s character (God’s Hesed • Lovingkindness – part 1)
If we are going to understand the nature and character of God, we must understand the basis (foundation) upon which all His attributes are based upon.In this episode, Nathan talks about God's immutability (God is always the same) and why this is such a profound and foundational concept for our lives and why we must view all of God's attributes in light of it.-----------------» Join the Deeper Chri
God’s amazing and sufficient grace (regardless of what you are facing)
Paul declares that regardless of the season of life you are in or what you may be facing, God's grace is not only amazing but sufficient for what you are facing. He writes in 2 Corinthians 9:8, "And God is able to make every grace abound to you, so that in everything at every time having every sufficiency, you may have an abundance for every good deed…"Or as Peter writes in 2 Peter 1:3, you have e
Finding Peace Amidst Your Troubles
Do you have true peace in every circumstance and trouble and issue in your life?You can!As believers, Paul reminds us that we have a peace (God's shalom) that surpasses all understanding available in Christ that will guard our inner life.In this episode, Nathan talks about this incredible peace and what it means to find it amidst your troubles.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community
Crowded to Christ
Corrie ten Boom often said, "Beware the barrenness of a busy life." And if you've ever gone through a full season, you know the difficulty to be intentional in your spiritual life.But what if every season of life was used to press you all the more to Christ Jesus. That every situation and circumstance would deepen your love, intimacy, and trust in Christ.In this episode, Nathan talks about what i
The Readiness to Respond
As Christians, we often wait to hear what God tells us to do through His Word, and then decide if we want to obey or not. Yet, we as believers, are called to have a pre-decided yes and have a readiness to respond to anything God asks us, no matter what it is or the cost and inconvenience to our lives. In this episode, Nathan talks about the proper posture of our souls and a special Hebrew word tha
Obsessed and a special invite to join Stephen Manley and Nathan Johnson at a conference this June
In this episode, Nathan invites you to join him and Stephen Manley at an upcoming conference this June. He also plays a short excerpt about what it means to be obsessed with God.» Learn more about Stephen Manley's Training Camp this June-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each Saturday, which includes all the quotes, articles, podcasts, an
The person, poetry, and passion of the Gospel of John
All four Gospels declare the “good news” of Jesus Christ, but John’s account (written years after the other three) is seemingly more personal, relational, and filled with the richness of intimacy. In this episode, Nathan gives an overview and talks about the person, poetry, and passion of John’s Gospel.» Listen to the other book of the Bible overviews on the NRJohnson Sermon Podcast---------------
Living in the Now and Not Yet
The beauty of the Christian life is that we live in what scholars often call the “now and not yet.” In other words, while we have salvation and redemption NOW, there is also a waiting and longing for our future (completed) salvation and redemption. Throughout Scripture, salvation is used in all three tenses: we were saved (past), are being saved (present), and will be saved (future). In this episo
Join me on a Bible Study Tour of the Early Church
Due to the continued conflict in Israel, we switched our November study tour to an Early Church Bible Study Tour in Turkey ("Asia Minor"). Consider joining me this November in a study tour in Ephesus, Colossae, Laodicea, and many other New Testament locations.» Learn more about the upcoming Bible Study Tour-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest&nb
How to start memorizing the Bible
Many Christians know that memorizing the Bible is helpful and important, but few of us do it.In this episode, Nathan talks about a few benefits of memorizing God's Word and gives some encouragement on how to get started.Also, check out Nathan's new book 30 Day Adventure to Know Jesus More!-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each Saturday,
Why you should "chew" God's Word
Joshua 1:8 commands us “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”Biblical meditation is drastically different from New Age meditation. In biblical meditation, we are to fill up, ponder, consider
The two-fold position of every Christian
There is a two-fold reality and position in every believer's life—we are IN Christ and He is IN us.And this changes everything.In this episode, Nathan discusses the two positions of a Christian's life and how that relates to being a new creature in Christ Jesus and clothed with His garment of salvation and righteousness.Check out Nathan's new book 30 Day Adventure to Know Jesus More!--------------
Five ways to grow spiritually
The Christian life is supposed to grow, deepen, and mature in Christ over time. Yet, far too many believers have stalled in their spiritual lives and are unsure how to progress forward. In this replay of a webinar Nathan gave, he discusses five specific ways to grow spiritually and how you can thrive in Christ Jesus in this season of your life.Download the webinar notesEllerslie Online – a “g
The importance of pursuing Christ lifelong
Discipleship is not something we accomplish and then move on to the next thing; rather, biblical discipleship is a lifelong pursuit of Christ, growing in our understanding and relationship with Him, and being conformed to His image.The concept of discipleship is akin to an apprentice that takes on not just the knowledge but the lifestyle of the one to whom they are following – in ou
Leonard Ravenhill's Prayer Life
I've been reading through Leonard Ravenhill's biography (In Light of Eternity: The Life of Leonard Ravenhill by Mack Tomlinson) and have been deeply stirred by the life Ravenhill lived and the passion he had for prayer and revival.In this episode, I give several quotes from the book about Leonard's passion for prayer and examine what it means for us to be men and women of prayer in the days in whi
Don't miss this one thing in your Bible reading
Many Christians start a Bible reading plan at the first of the year … but we often miss one important thing while reading the Bible.In this episode, Nathan gives a fresh reminder on the one thing we should be most aware of as we read through Scripture this year. Don't have a Bible reading plan? Here are some helps to get started:5 Creative Ways to Read the Bible This Year That WON’T Be Boring
A fresh thought on New Years resolutions
Happy New Year!Being a new year, many of us are writing down our resolutions and dreams for this year. Yet, as Christians, we need to rethink resolutions and goal setting and consider if there is a better way. In this special New Year’s edition of the Deeper Christian Podcast, my good friend Dan McConnaughey talks about new year resolutions and how we can resolve to live as Christians this ye
How NOT to be anxious about anything (reprise)
How can Christians live with continual peace, joy, and calm? How can we as believers NOT be anxious or worried about anything?Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:6 that there is no reason for worry, fear, or anxiety and instead commands Christians to be “anxious for nothing.” And Paul isn't the only one—hundreds of passages throughout Scripture exhort us not to fear, worry, be anxious, forebode, fret
The Sign of Christmas
When the angels appeared to the shepherds, they declared that a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger was a "sign." This sign was a declaration of what Jesus was going to do (and be) at the Cross.In this episode, we talk about Luke 2 and the marvelous sign of Christmas.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each Saturday, wh
Born in a stable known as you
The Christmas season is a wonderful reminder of how undeserving we are that the God of the universe came to dwell among and within us. The picture of Jesus born in a stable is one of my favorite meditations during Christmas. Just as He was willing to be born in a place of muck and mire, so too, He is willing to come within the muck and sin of my life. But the profundity of the Gospel is that while
Jesus doesn't merely give us life … He IS our life
While Jesus does give us life (eternal life!), the beautiful reality of Scripture is that the life He gives is not "something" but Himself.He is our life, as Paul declares in Colossians 3:4 …and John goes on to write that we are to live through Him (1 John 4:9).In this episode, we talk about what it means for Jesus to not merely give us life, but to be our life. I also mention a new series th
God's Grand Redemption (a study in Titus 2:11-15 • Part 5)
God gave Himself for us to showcase His marvelous redemption in our lives. He bought us out of captivity to sin and darkness and has purified us for Himself. And just as God is our inheritance so too we have become His. In this study, we examine God’s grand redemption which Paul wrote about in Titus 2:14 and we discover that God wants to use us to showcase His life, love, and Gospel to the world a
A Life of Thanksgiving
Scripture makes it abundantly clear that the attitude, mindset, and language of a Christian is to be marked by thanksgiving.While we as a culture may celebrate a day of thanksgiving once a year, the life of a believer is always marked by it.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest each Saturday, which includes all the quotes, articles, podcasts
An Eager Expectancy for the Return of Christ (a study in Titus 2:11-15 • Part 4)
Jesus Christ is returning soon. While we patiently await His return, how are we supposed to live now?In this fourth study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how to "look for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ" and give nine biblical ways we can practically “hope” and have an eager expectancy for the Lord's Return.-----------------» Join the Deep
Conformed Unto Godliness (a study in Titus 2:11-15 • Part 3)
Christians have been radically transformed and conformed to the image of Christ. We are brand new creatures in Christ who are now to live completely different than the world around us.And the amazing reality of the Gospel is that God’s grace, through His Holy Spirit, enables us to live as we ought – even in the present day in which we live.In this third study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how G
Deny and Reject Ungodliness (a study in Titus 2:11-15 • Part 2)
For Christians, it is far too easy to live, think, and talk like the world around us—yet Paul tell us those are the things we are to deny and reject. As Christians, we are called to live set apart and different than the world around us.In this second study from Titus 2:11–15 we talk about how God's grace is training, disciplining, and enabling us to reject ungodliness and worldly desires and now g
God's Amazing Grace (a study in Titus 2:11-15 • Part 1)
When we truly understand the depth and richness of God's grace, it no longer becomes a cliché to call it "amazing." In part one of a new series examining Titus 2:11–15, we talk about the missing aspects of God's manifold grace and specifically discuss three things Paul tells us about God's grace in Titus 2.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deeper Digest&nb
7 Ways to Pray for the War in Israel
With all that is going on in Israel the past two weeks, here are seven key ways we can pray:1. Pray for peacePsalm 122:6 reminds us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem2. Pray for protection3. Pray for comfort4. Pray for the furtherance of Gospel5. Pray for the repentance of the terrorists6. Pray for hostagesClick here to get a list of the names of the hostages that we know of so far7. Pray for lead
The simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ
For many believers, we have become distracted from what Paul calls the "simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ" (2 Corinthians 11:3). In short, we are too easily preoccupied with everything but Jesus … even if it is good and godly things.As we celebrate our 300th episode, we talk about the single most important thing—the truth that Jesus is all and He is to preeminent and first place in our l
How to rightly bear God's Name
As Christians, we are called to be image bearers of the Living God — we are to showcase His life to the world. In short, we are to bear His Name well.In Scripture, there are two critical passages concerning what it means to bear God's name—the Ten Commandments and the command to not take God’s Name in vain, and Jesus’ model prayer to “hallow” the Name of God. In this episode, we listen to a portio
The Role Of Prayer In Spiritual Awakening (with J. Edwin Orr)
Leonard Ravenhill once said, "As long as we are content to live without revival, we will." And Ravenhill was not content to live without it, so he exhorted the Church to prayer. He once said, "The man who can get believers to praying would, under God, usher in the greatest revival that the world has ever known."This same passion and earnestness was seen in J. Edwin Orr, a preacher who was earnest
Risking Everything for the Glory of Jesus
In our day, it is seemingly difficult to risk everything for the glory and Gospel of Jesus Christ. We hold back. We shy away. We desire to live "all out" for Jesus but it tends to be all about ourselves rather than all about Him.Henry Varley once said, “The world has yet to see what God can do through a man who is totally yielded to Him.” Those words captivated D.L. Moody and he declared, “By the
Walking Backwards into the Will of God
God will lead us into His will—and He knows how to speak in such a way that you "get it" and hear clearly enough to follow His lead. Though He may not tell us where He is leading us, He will always give us light for another step—even if it feels like He is leading us backward.In this episode, we continue to talk about God's calling in our lives, how He leads us into His will, and His desire for us
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Every believer in Christ Jesus has a distinct calling in their life … and Paul says that we are to walk worthy of that calling (Ephesians 4:1).But what is the calling in our lives that we are to walk worthy of?In this episode, Nathan expounds on Paul's words in Ephesians and clarifies our high calling in Christ Jesus.-----------------» Join the Deeper Christian community and receive the Deepe
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