Daily Thunder Podcast

This is part three of Eric Ludy’s four part series on faith entitled Deciding Between the Two. Many believers today flirt with doubt as if it were a harmless thing. In this message Eric uncovers the dangerous agenda of doubt and offers practical solutions for escaping its wicked talons.  

Self-control is an interesting term in the Christian life. It is listed in the fruits of the Spirit … so is it something we do or something God does in us? In this discussion, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson answer the question why self-control is essential in the Christian life, and what it looks like to have it.

In this special series looking at the blessing we have from God, Nathan Johnson discusses the blessings we have in the Father as found in Ephesians 1:3-6. Discover the amazing reality that you have been adopted, chosen, and called to be holy and blameless.

Leslie continues her study on godly discernment, exposing common trendy messages in Christianity today and contrasting them with Biblical truth.

We know prayer is important, but too many Christians overlook this "secret" in their praying. Join Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson in a discussion talking about what the often overlooked secret to prayer is.

This is part two of Eric Ludy’s four part series on faith entitled Deciding Between the Two. There were likely many many trees in the Garden of Eden, but God zooms in and focuses on two very specific ones — the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. Why is that? Eric unpacks this mystery and demonstrates how the entire idea of Biblical faith can be understood in and through t...

Throughout Christian history, there has been a biblical truth which enabled the heroes of old to stand firm in times of great hostility (even their own deaths). Their secret? Patience. But biblical patience is far more than a simple kid-lesson learning how to wait. In this timely discussion, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson talk about what true patience is biblically and how it will enable you to stan...

You are blessed! As a Christian, you don't have to hope for blessing, you have already been blessed in Christ Jesus – for ALL things that you need for life and godliness are found in Him! In this first of a four-part series, Nathan Johnson talks about the foundation of our blessing in Jesus Christ. ----------------- Note: the other three parts of this series will be released over the next three Th...

Leslie shares two Biblical keys for recognizing the subtly to the enemy’s deception and embracing God’s wisdom for such a time as this. This is part one in the four part series on "Godly Discernment."

Ellerslie is hosting the musical Pilgrim this week on the campus … and not only is it an AMAZING declaration of the Gospel, it is deeply profound and just plain fun (what could be more delightful than the Gospel powerfully presented in musical theatre form?!). In this special Daily Thunder episode, Eric Ludy talks with Adam Bradt, the actor who plays "Christian" in the musical, and gets his t...

This is part one in Eric Ludy's series: Deciding Between the Two : A Four Part Series on Biblical Faith Using Mary of Bethany and her bewildering breaking open of the costly spikenard as the muse, Eric dives into the mechanics and make-up of biblical faith — how it works in concept and how God intends to have it work in us.   ----------------- Note: the other three parts of this series will b...

Rich Garnaat is the executive producer of Pilgrim, a musical theatre adaptation of John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress. And in this special interview, Eric Ludy talks with Rich about the musical and how we in the Church can use media to reach the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If you are near Windsor, Colorado – consider attending Pilgrim (February 18-27, 2021). Tickets are free but reservati...

Thanksgiving isn't merely important in the Christian life, it is essential – in fact, it is classified as God's will for your life (see 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). In this timely and important message, Nathan Johnson discusses: the importance of thanksgiving the language of thanksgiving the communion of thanksgiving and the practical living of thanksgiving It's all things thanksgiving in this messag...

Leslie helps us tackle the common excuses that hold us back from radical devotion to Jesus

We struggled with a title for this one – here are our top three choices: What is Heaven's greatest investment principle? Why are we so scared of weakness? What is the life principle that is hardest for Eric? Regardless, this discussion between Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson holds a powerful truth that every Christian needs in their lives (and as you listen, you'll discover why this life principle is...

» a study in the God-ness of Jesus Christ Most Christians agree that Jesus is amazing. But few Christians today realize just HOW amazing He truly is. For Jesus is more than just a great man, an exemplary prophet, a dazzling healer, and a truly remarkable man of love and kindness. He WAS and IS all those things. But He is something far greater. He WAS and IS God. His beginnings were not in the womb...

In a culture that applauds fear and foreboding, can a Christian actually live intrepid, fearless, and immoveable? The Bible says, YES! In this discussion series on "gritty Christianity," Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson talk about cowardice and whether it is possible to live without it.

As Christians, we are called to lives of peace, joy, and hope – regardless of the turmoil and trouble that surrounds us. Is it possible for a Christian to be an island of peace amidst the seas of turmoil? Yes! In this special series, Nathan Johnson examines what it means to walk in peace, joy, and hope in every circumstance and become that "island of peace" in our culture because of the life...

Leslie shares a powerful challenges about taking risks to follow Christ.

Scripture reveals God as Jehovah Jireh, the Provider. Yet we can look at our lives and question whether or not He still provides in the current age. In this discussion on spiritual life lessons, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson talk about the question "does God still provide for our needs today?"

» a study in the preeminence of Jesus Christ Preeminence is such a wonderful word. Especially when it is associated with the Person of Jesus Christ. A very simple definition of the word would be — holding first place. So often the modern church promotes the sub-ideas of Scripture into the first place position, that solely belongs to Jesus. And when this happens, it harms the Truth and it harm...

As a Christian, how culturally sensitive and engrossed should we be? Do we hide away from culture or fully indulge in it? In this discussion, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson tackles the question "can a Christian be culturally correct?"

Too many Christians are looking at the current state of the church and culture and feeling defeated, hopeless, or fear. Yet, Nathan says he is incredibly optimistic right now for four key reasons. In this episode, he shares the first reason and invites you to freshly turn your gaze upon Jesus Christ. NOTE: Only part one of this four-part series is released in and through our Daily Thunder Podcast,...

Leslie shares practical ways to remain confident in Christ and face the future with courage no matter what is happening in the world around us.

Far too many Christians get stuck and think maybe they have experienced all there is in Christianity … but is there more? Yes! Learn more as Eric and Nathan get together and answer the question "Is there suppose to be more to Christianity?"