Boldness for the Timid Believer: Interview with Laura Zifer

Boldness for the Timid Believer: Interview with Laura Zifer

Boldness for the Timid Believer — Interview with Laura Zifer If boldness isn't your natural inclination, are you off the hook? Join us as we sit down with Laura Zifer to discuss what biblical boldness is—and what it isn't. We also tackle an important question: Is boldness optional for believers, or is it something God calls all Christians to pursue? We discuss the difference between boldness and judgmentalism, why fear and timidity can hinder our witness, and practical ways believers can grow in courage, conviction, and obedience to Christ. Sheep, yes... Sheepish, no.🫣🙏🏽📖 Timestamps * 00:00 – Intro * 03:43 – Why we are doing this episode * 05:38 – How would you define boldness? Is it biblical? * 07:55 – Is boldness commanded? Are we sinning when we're not bold? * 26:10 – Does boldness mean being judgmental? "Judge not..." * 32:52 – What is the difference between biblical boldness and sinful judgmentalism? Practical examples * 38:41 – Should we be bold about everything all the time? * 47:22 – Anything else about when or where to be bold? * 51:54 – How would someone know they have the right amount of boldness? * 59:15 – Why should a timid person become bolder? * 1:07:11 – Practical steps to become bolder * 1:20:56 – Connect with Laura Zifer * 1:22:00 – Scripture section and takeaway * 1:26:29 – Closing Guest Resources Laura Zifer www.laurazee.org [http://www.laurazee.org/]   The Rooted and Edified Show Listen & Subscribe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rooted-and-edified-show/id1595653940 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rooted-and-edified-show/id1595653940] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-ze5ds-c7a63e [https://www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-ze5ds-c7a63e] Also available on Spotify, Amazon Music/Audible, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Pandora, TuneIn, Podcast Addict, Samsung Podcasts, Podchaser, and other major podcast platforms. Connect With Us Podcast Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast] Email: rootedandedified@gmail.com [rootedandedified@gmail.com] Facebook & Instagram: @rootedandedified YouTube: @therootedandedifiedshow BeYOUtifully Rooted Ministry Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/] Facebook & Instagram: @rootednearthestream YouTube: @beyoutifullyrooted

Jesus in the Old Testament: Messianic Prophecies (Interview with Manny Elias)

We know that Jesus is the Messiah. But how do the prophecies of the Old Testament reveal Him as the promised One? Join us for this episode in which Manny Elias walks us through Jesus’ birth and incarnation, His life and ministry, His passion and death, and His resurrection and triumph—showing how these events were prophesied long before. By the end, the connections may seem so clear that you might wonder how anyone could miss them. We’ll discuss that question as well. (This is the second episode in our three-part series on “Jesus in the Old Testament.” The first episode, “Jesus in the Old Testament: Christophanies,” is Episode #38.) ................................................ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS/TIME-POINTS: (Hr: Min: Sec) (1) What is a Messianic prophecy? (00:04:24) (2) How does Jesus fulfil the Messianic prophecies? (00:08:52)      (a) Jesus’ birth and incarnation (00:15:32)      (b) Jesus’ life and ministry (00:28:56)      (c) Jesus’ passion and death (00:38:44)      (d) Jesus’ resurrection and triumph (00:52:43) (3) Why do so many Jewish believers deny Jesus as the Messiah? (01:09:03)      (a) Brief follow-up reference at 01:28:28 (4) Scripture Section & *Conclusion (01:24:36) * There is a camera switch during the final minute of the video episode due to technical difficulties. **Our usual recorder broke before this episode, so we used a backup setup. Audio's still solid and ready to enjoy. ................................................. The Rooted and Edified Show is available on: Amazon/Audible, Apple, Deeper, Google, iHeartRadio, Podcast Addict, Samsung, Listen Notes, Pandora, Podchaser, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn. **Don't forget to check out, like, and Subscribe to The Rooted and Edified Show!**   Social Media: Facebook/Instagram Handles: @rootedandedified  The Rooted and Edified Show YouTube: @therootedandedifiedshow   Quick Podcast Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg] Podbean: https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/ [https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/] Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast] Contact Us: Email Manny & Kat Elias @ rootedandedified@gmail.com   **Info for BeYOUtifully Rooted: Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted] Social Medical handles: FB/IG/TikTok @rootnearthestream YouTube: @ beyoutifullyrooted

The Resurrection: Evidence & Application … Interview with Jon Noyes

You can BELIEVE IT, because it’s true. You can DEFEND IT, because there’s evidence. You can LIVE IT OUT, because Jesus died and was resurrected.   Join us as we discuss Jesus’ death and resurrection with Apologist Jon Noyes of Stand to Reason. Whether you’re an atheist, a new believer, or a mature believer… this episode is for you. ................................................ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS/TIME-POINTS: 1. (00:05:28) Why is believing in Jesus’ death and resurrection essential to our faith? Can someone call themselves a believer and profess Christianity if they don’t believe in the resurrection? 2. (00:08:54) How can we know Jesus’ death and resurrection were real? What evidence should we familiarize ourselves with as believers?           (2a) (00:09:47) Real-life examples pointing to why it is helpful to be prepared with knowing evidence.           (2b) (00:19:12) Was learning evidence part of Jon’s conversion story, from atheist to apologist?           (2c) (00:22:26) Jon walks us through evidence of the resurrection practically, using his apologetic wisdom and legal background, as well as through the research he conducted as a former atheist trying to debunk Christianity.           (2d) (00:57:40) Jon shares an encouragement to us on what we should be doing with the information we just discussed. 3. (01:00:34) What does Jesus’ death and resurrection mean for us practically and spiritually? 4. (01:21:17) What are some resources to learn more about the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection? 5. (01:24:41) Scripture Section & Conclusion    The Rooted and Edified Show is available on: Amazon/Audible, Apple, Deeper, Google, iHeartRadio, Podcast Addict, Samsung, Listen Notes, Pandora, Podchaser, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn. **Don't forget to check out, like, and Subscribe to The Rooted and Edified Show!**   Social Media: Facebook/Instagram Handles: @rootedandedified  The Rooted and Edified Show YouTube: @therootedandedifiedshow   Quick Podcast Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg] Podbean: https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/ [https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/] Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast]   Contact Us: Email Manny & Kat Elias @ rootedandedified@gmail.com   **Info for BeYOUtifully Rooted (Women's Mental Health & Education Christian Ministry): Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted] Social Medical handles: FB/IG @rootnearthestream & YouTube: @ beyoutifullyrooted

The Armor of God: Interview with Manny Elias

Being a Christian IS NOT a cakewalk. If you haven’t yet been knocked off your rocker from a spiritual attack… You’ll probably be knocked off soon. Praise God that He is Victor and, in Him, we are, too. Join us as Manny Elias walks us through what we need to know about spiritual warfare, the demonic realm, and the Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20). ................................................ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS/TIME-POINTS: 1. (00:02:42) Discussion on The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20) 2. (01:01:47) What and/or who are demons? And, do we know them by name? 3. (01:07:54) Can we cast demons out? Can believers become fully possessed? 4. (01:10:52) What is a spiritual attack? Why do we have them? 5. (01:14:02) How do we know when we are under a spiritual attack? Are there signs beforehand? How do we know when it’s over? 6. (01:29:26) How should we fight spiritual attacks? 7. (01:40:13) Is the Christian life just a cycle of spiritual attacks and rest? Is it worth it to pursue Jesus despite these spiritual attacks? 8. (01:47:04) Scripture Section & Conclusion  ................................................ The Rooted and Edified Show is available on: Amazon/Audible, Apple, Deeper, Google, iHeartRadio, Podcast Addict, Samsung, Listen Notes, Pandora, Podchaser, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn. **Don't forget to check out, like, and Subscribe to The Rooted and Edified Show!**   Social Media: Facebook/Instagram Handles: @rootedandedified  The Rooted and Edified Show YouTube: @therootedandedifiedshow   Quick Podcast Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg] Podbean: https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/ [https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/] Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast]   Contact Us: Email Manny & Kat Elias @ rootedandedified@gmail.com   **Info for BeYOUtifully Rooted (Women's Mental Health & Education Christian Ministry): Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted] Social Medical handles: FB/IG @rootnearthestream & YouTube: @ beyoutifullyrooted

Christianity & Socialism: What You NEED to Know! Interview with Laura Zifer Powell

Have you ever asked yourself… DOES SOCIALISM LINE UP WITH A BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW? Do you think socialism brings equal prosperity to all and/or that it is a more godly, virtuous way to live than capitalism is, according to Acts 2? Have you considered if socialism is on the ballot this year? And if so, what might you do about that?... Well… MAKE SURE NOT TO MISS THIS EPISODE! Join us as our special guest, Laura Zifer Powell, Apologist, makes sure we walk away from this episode equipped with the knowledge we NEED to have on this very important topic. Even if you think you know… You are likely to be surprised by the information you learned in this discussion.  ................................................ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS/TIME-POINTS: 1. (4:43) Tell us your background and what drew you in to studying Christianity and Socialism? 2. (9:35) What is Socialism? 3. (13:38) Does the young generation [actually] want socialism? If so, why? And, how did we get here? 4. (27:59) Do you think young people typically have an accurate view of what socialism is? 5. (30:18) Does Socialism fit in with a Biblical Worldview? What about Acts 2? 6. (41:12) Does Socialism work in the real world? 7. (1:04:56) Is Socialism on the [2024 Presidential] Ballot? What should we keep in consideration as we vote? 8. (1:24:17) How can listeners/viewers contact you? 9. (1:26:32) Scripture Section and Additional Discussion ................................................ RESOURCES PROVIDED by Special Guest Laura Zifer Powell, Apologist: Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell; Money, Greed, and God by Jay Richards The Case Against Socialism by Rand Paul Common Sense Economics by James D. Gwartney et. al. Economic Facts and Fallacies by Thomas Sowell Is Reality Optional? by Thomas Sowell The Maker Versus the Takers by Jerry Bowyer The Poverty of Nations by Wayne Grudem and Barry Asmus Race and Economics by Walter Williams Superabundance by Marian Tupy and Gale Pooley The Knight and Rose Show (podcast), “Economics and the Bible: Was Jesus a Socialist?” episodes 30-32   ................................................ The Rooted and Edified Show is available on: Amazon/Audible, Apple, Deeper, Google, iHeartRadio, Podcast Addict, Samsung, Listen Notes, Pandora, Podchaser, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn. **Don't forget to check out, like, and Subscribe to The Rooted and Edified Show!**   Social Media: Facebook/Instagram Handles: @rootedandedified  The Rooted and Edified Show YouTube: @therootedandedifiedshow   Quick Podcast Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGleU6fRMAmyV5hoPDVIBwg] Podbean: https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/ [https://rootedandedified.podbean.com/] Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted.com/podcast]   Contact Us: Email Manny & Kat Elias @ rootedandedified@gmail.com   **Info for BeYOUtifully Rooted (Women's Mental Health & Education Christian Ministry): Website: www.beyoutifullyrooted [http://www.beyoutifullyrooted] Social Medical handles: FB/IG @rootnearthestream & YouTube: @ beyoutifullyrooted