Following Jesus

The Truth About Soul Mates and Finding “The One”   How can you find “the one”? And how can you know if someone is right to marry? In this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast, we’re going to talk about the concept of soul mates, and I’ll share with you 5 steps to finding your future spouse. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me o...

If there’s a God, then why would He allow evil to exist? Why would God let bad things happen to good people? And how could God be both all-powerful and all-loving if He allows suffering? That’s what we’ll be answering in this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast. Did God Create Evil? (Isaiah 45:7 Explained) https://youtu.be/mYqvcsavF6o Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible a...

In this episode, I’m going to show you how to identify false teachings in the church. We’re going to see why biblical doctrine is so important, and how to recognize heresies from false teachers. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano 0:00 Intro 3:11 Why Biblical Teaching Matters 5:48 Knowin...

What do you do when life is overwhelming, and you just don’t know what to do or how to feel? In this episode, we’re going to look at how to overcome worry. We’ll examine why we worry, and see some biblical steps we can take to stop worrying. And we’ll learn how how to put our faith in God, even when we’re feeling afraid. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you fo...

How should you deal with depression as a Christian? Why do we become depressed? And is it a sin to be depressed? In this episode, we’re going to consider the reality of depression, and how Christians should respond when they’re struggling with it. We’ll be looking at Psalm 88, where we see a man named Heman responding to his depression.. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible a...

Part 1: Was Mary Sinless? https://youtu.be/aohxOrZcdGk I’m going to show you why Mary was not sinless, and why the Immaculate Conception is a false doctrine. We’ll look at the actual meaning of the Greek word kecharitomene in Luke 1:28, and whether or not Mary was actually full of grace. And I’ll be explaining why it’s both possible and true that Jesus was born of a sinner. Hey! I’m David Cipriano...

In this study, we’re going to answer the question, “Was Mary sinless?” We’ll be looking at what the Immaculate Conception is, and whether or not it’s true and biblical. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano 0:00 What the Immaculate Conception is 5:23 The Bible says that all have sinned. 9:...

In this episode, I'm going to show you eight of the biggest red flags to watch out for in dating. If you don't pay attention to these warning signs, they can destroy your relationship and cause you to end up with the wrong person. And we’ll be looking at some deal breakers that indicate when you should consider breaking up with someone. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the...

In this episode, we’re going to discover a biblical view of marriage. We’ll see what the Bible says about marriage, and how to define marriage. And I’m going to show you four facts that every Christian needs to know. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano 0:00 What is biblical marriage? 1:2...

In this episode, I’m going to share the dating advice I give to teenagers as a youth pastor. We’ll be covering what I believe are the two most dangerous myths about relationships. And we’ll see some biblical principles that will help Christians in dating and relationships. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikT...

In this video, we’ll be looking at five of the most dangerous myths Christians believe about mental health. For far too long, pastors, churches, Christian leaders have been failing in addressing issues like depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental struggles. But God cares about your mind, and the Bible gives us answers to the questions and problems we have. So in this episode of the Following...

In this Bible study, we’ll be studying the 5 points of Calvinist teachings, also known as TULIP. And I’m going to show you why I believe that Calvinism is unbiblical. What Calvinists Get Wrong About John 6:44 - https://youtu.be/N2W7k1siyR8 10 Bible Verses That Disprove Calvinism - https://youtu.be/3uIdbhXloTs Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus....

Is God real? And can you prove that God exists? In today’s episode, I’m going to show you 3 strong evidences for God. And we’ll see that through science, logic, and philosophy, we can say with complete confidence that God exists. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassador...

How can you have a stronger prayer life? And why is it that our prayers so often go unanswered? In this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast, we’re looking at James 5:13-20 to see 4 keys to powerful prayers. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith!...

In today's Bible study of James 5:1-12, we’re going to talk about prosperity, patience, and promises. We’re going to consider financial wealth, and why God sometimes condemns the rich. We’ll learn how to be patient, and what to do when we’re oppressed and persecuted. And we’re going to see what the Bible means when it says not to swear oaths or make promises. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my go...

In this Bible study, we’re looking at James 4:13-17 and learning how life is a vapor, and how we should spend our days because life is so short and uncertain. And we’ll be learning what we can do to make our one life count.  Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassador for...

How can you get closer to God? And what do you do when you feel far from Him? That’s what we’ll be covering in today’s episode of the Following Jesus Podcast. We’ll be looking at James 4:7-12, and looking at five steps that bring us closer to God. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m...

Are you close to God, or are you far from Him? In today’s Bible study, we’re going to learn what it actually means to be close to God, and what we can do to get closer to Him. We’ll be looking at James 4, where we see three sins that distance us from God. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipri...

What is wisdom? And how can you have more of it?  In this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast, we’ll be studying James 3 to learn about the differences between earthly wisdom and heavenly wisdom  Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothi...

Your words are a powerful force, either for evil or for good. They can be used to build up, to encourage, and to worship. But they can also be use to hurt, deceive, and discourage. And in James 3:1-12, we see 5 warnings about our words, and how we can use them wisely. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @...

James 2:14-26 is one of the most controversial passages of the Bible. And in this episode, we’re going to look at what it means that faith without works is dead, and what I believe most Christians are getting wrong about this truth. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassa...

As much as I hate to admit it, the church has a prejudice problem. So today, we’re going to look at the Bible, to see how to solve this issue. And from the Book of James, we’ll see three serious problems with prejudice and partiality. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambas...

James 1:22 says, “Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” Today, we’re going to look at one of the most practical passages in the Bible, we’re going to look at three steps to becoming a practical Christian. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a bran...

Did you know that every good thing in your life comes from God? And that it’s not just your hard work, or abilities that earned them? James teaches us that every good gift isn’t just a result of luck or good fortune. It’s from God. And in this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast, we’re going to learn three important truths about God, Who is the source of every good gift. Hey! I’m David Cipriano...

How can a Christian overcome temptation? And how can we rejoice and count it all joy when we go through trials? In this episode of the Following Jesus Podcast, we’re looking at James 1:9-16. And we’re going to talk about two of the biggest struggles that everyone faces: trials and temptations. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor whose goal is to teach the Bible to as many people as pos...