Michael Easley inContext

If you came to Christ later in life, do you remember your life before? Recalling where we came from to remind ourselves that we are different in Christ can be beneficial—here's why.

Tolerance is a difficult word due to the way our culture has muddied it, but bearing with people describes loving others as God has called us to. Learn more about what it means to walk in the Holy Spirit—appreciating the worth of all people and showing compassion.

When we trust in Christ, the Holy spirit indwells us, changes us. However, we can't make the flesh any better through sanctification—doing otherwise would be to polish the brass rails on a sinking ship.

On the broadcast, we’re talking with Reverend Jesse Lee Peterson, outspoken critic of race relations in American culture. Learn his thoughts on the good and evil that can manifest in any group in society, and how forgiveness conquers hatred and anger.

Learn to be wise—don’t live as a fool. We must understand the wisdom of God in order to worship in the way He intends. Here is how Wisdom literature helps us to learn skills we can apply in every facet of our lives.

Meditation is not only for the secularist, mystical thinkers. In fact, Robert J. Morgan says we must learn to engage in the meditative process to stand in the counsel of God. Learn more about ways to learn and internalize Biblical texts, not just to memorize them.

Chapter 5 of Ephesians calls on Christians to “imitate” God. How can we, who are so un-Godlike, represent a King? In the first installment of our Walk in Wisdom series, we unpack the concept of loving as Christ through forgiveness.

How does philosophy help us defend our faith as Christians? Dr. Bryan O'Neal shares how philosophy is deeply critical to being faithful witnesses in today's world.

In Episode 10 of Living From the Heart, we consider the “endless imagery” that bombards our view in our digital world. Consider David’s awareness of idolatry, immorality, and sensuality in Psalm 101: “I will set no worthless things before my eyes.”

What does it mean to follow Christ? In Episode 9 of Living From the Heart, we take a look at choosing to serve the universal king, the sovereign God, and His Son, Jesus Christ.

The idea of righteousness means God always does the right thing in the right way—no injustice escapes His mind. In Episode 8 of Living from the Heart, we talk about the ways Christians react to injustices and uncertainty.

Relationships are at the heart of the Christian life: relationships with God and also with each other. We are responsible for guarding our hearts by setting aside our own spaces. On the broadcast, John Townsend breaks down the idea of boundaries.

How to Listen in Church - Part 2

Stewardship that supports a New Year's Resolution.

I get it. I can get bored listening to myself! From where I stand and teach I can see everything that happens out in the congregation. The men distracted with their gadgets. The mom distracted with a child. The teenager that fell asleep. Many of us think we know how to listen to the teacher in church because we listened to a teacher in school for 13 years, but do you REALLY know how to listen? Thi...

How can Christians serve developing communities? Rosemary Khamati, founder of Partnerships for East African Community Empowerment (PEACE), shares about fostering children’s education, leadership training and evangelism in Uganda.

Whether or not we are satisfied with the leaders of this world, we as Christians look forward to a King and a different Kingdom. Learn more about the Biblical view of leadership in Episode 7 of Living From the Heart.

Messianic Expectations - Part 1 Of 2 by Michael Easley

Messianic Expectations - Part 2 Of 2 by Michael Easley

I have a huge pet peeve and just because we’re friends I’m going to tell you what it is. I hate when people use the word "awesome". Listen to hear why.

Join Michael in Studio with Steffen Weil from Germany.

Join Michael as he speaks with Dr. Imad Shehadeh, Founder and President of Jordan Evangelical Theological Seminary.

Whether you know it or not, you may have sung a song written by Keith Getty. CCLI has estimated that approximately 40 million people sing just one of those songs, "In Christ Alone" in church services globally each year. Listen in as Michael speaks with modern hymn-writer, Keith Getty.

While leading sevenly.org, Dale has been able to give over $3 million in $7 donations to charities across the globe. Listen in as Michael speaks with Dale about his faith and the fast-growth company Sevenly.

Have you ever asked whether God hears your prayers, whether He hears the prayers of all people? On Episode 5 of Living From The Heart, we talk about how the Sovereign answers prayers.