E4: Where Are You Finding Your Worth?

E4: Where Are You Finding Your Worth?

Where do you find your sense of value? Is it in your career, your achievements, the approval of others, or the goals you're striving to reach? In this episode of Everyday Living with Jesus, we explore what it truly means to say, "Christ is our life." Together, we'll reflect on how easily our identity can become tied to our performance, productivity, or success and how the gospel invites us to something far more secure. When our worth is rooted in Christ rather than in what we do, we're free to pursue excellence without striving to prove ourselves. We can embrace opportunities, receive encouragement with gratitude, learn from criticism with humility, and live from the security of knowing that our identity has already been established in Him. In this episode, we'll explore: * Why we so often attach our worth to our achievements or the opinions of others. * What Paul meant when he wrote, "Christ, who is our life." * The difference between living for acceptance and living from acceptance. * How the finished work of Christ gives us a secure identity that isn't shaken by success, failure, or changing circumstances. Key Scripture: Colossians 3:4 If this episode encourages you, I'd love for you to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from today's conversation.

E3: Why Your Thoughts Matter More Than You Think

In this episode, we explore what it means to be transformed through the renewing of the mind. As believers, God is not only interested in outward behavior. He is also at work transforming us inwardly. The way we think affects how we see ourselves, how we respond to life's challenges, and how we grow in our relationship with Him. Together, we'll discuss: • Why renewing the mind is essential for spiritual growth• How God's Word becomes the filter through which we view life• The difference between old patterns of thinking and a renewed mind• Being conformed to the image of Christ• Why transformation is a process, not an overnight event• How God's truth helps reshape our thoughts, perspectives, and character This episode is a reminder that transformation is not about striving to earn God's acceptance. It is about living from the finished work of Christ and allowing Him to renew us from the inside out. Scripture references: Romans 12:2, Romans 8:29, Proverbs 23:7, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 4:8, Philippians 2:13, and 2 Corinthians 10:5.

E2: Building a Daily Relationship With God

In this episode, we talk about beginning your walk with God from where you are, without pressure, perfection, or pretending. We discuss: * why God is not distant from you * how disappointment and confusion can affect faith * why feelings don’t determine your closeness to God * dealing with guilt and condemnation * practical ways to grow in your relationship with God daily Whether you’re new in your faith, reconnecting with God, or trying to grow more intentionally in your walk with Him, this episode is a reminder that growth with God begins one step at a time.

E1: Is Knowing About God the Same as Knowing Him?

What does it really mean to live for Jesus daily beyond just knowing Scripture? In this foundation episode, we explore the difference between theoretical Christianity and practical Christianity. It’s easy to know the Word, but what does it look like to actually live it out in our everyday lives? We talk about how faith shows up in the small, daily choices we make in our thoughts, our responses, and our actions and how living for Jesus is not about performance, but about relationship and consistency. This episode will encourage you to move beyond just hearing the Word to becoming a doer of it, trusting that God is at work in you as you grow. Scriptures referenced: * Galatians 2:20 * Luke 16:10 * James 1:22 * Philippians 2:12–13 * 2 Corinthians 3:18 * Lamentations 3:22–23 Stay connected and share your thoughts after listening

Trailer: Every Day Living with Jesus

In this podcast, we go beyond just knowing God's Word to actuallly applying it in our decisions, our challenges, and our daily routines. Through Scripture-centered conversations and reflections, the goal is to help you grow in your faith and live more intentionally for Jesus. Whether you're just starting your faith journey, growing in your relationship with God, or simply looking for practical ways to live out what you belive, this podcast is for you. Listen to this trailer to learn what you can expect and join me on this journey of every day living with Jesus.