Eagle Brook Church Podcast

Where does relational drift happen? Between friends, colleagues, dating relationships, parenting relationships, marriage. And often we’re so busy we don’t notice the drift happening. Stop. Let’s start heading in the other direction.

Here’s something shocking: Christ isn’t actually Jesus’ last name. But the really shocking part is what “Christ” means. No other name in history has carried such a big promise—or been able to deliver on it.

We live in a world of comparison. Who has the most followers? Biggest house? Best-paying job? Jesus doesn’t measure worth by the same standards. When he says, “the first will be last,” he invites us to find our value in what he did for us, not what we can do for ourselves.

Believing that God can do anything takes faith. And when you’re in the depths of the tough stuff, that’s hard to hold on to. But looking back on the ways he’s carried you through in the past can help you believe that “even when I can’t, God can.”

Saying “yes” can mean stepping into the unknown—are you going to find success or disappointment? When you decide to follow Jesus, it means leaving your old life behind. But on the other side of that “yes” is a life much bigger than you could dream up on your own.

What is hurting in your life right now? Maybe you’re experiencing physical pain. But it could also be emotional, spiritual, or relational. Jesus claimed he can heal it all. What difference could it make if he did that for you?

How can two people be in the same situation but have entirely different attitudes about what they're experiencing? It all comes down to perspective. Your perspective determines whether you're hope-filled or hopeless. Confident or fearful. What are you letting shape your perspective?

It feels good to be protected—knowing harm can’t come your way. But what happens when a tempting situation comes along and threatens that security? When you pray for a way out, God promises to provide it.

Forgiveness is an essential part of the Lord’s Prayer. And not just receiving God’s forgiveness but giving it to others. In fact, they’re so closely linked, that you can’t have one without the other. Which is harder for you—accepting that you’re forgiven or forgiving others?

Ever worry that your prayers are too short or don’t use the perfect words? When Jesus taught the Lord’s Prayer, he kept it simple and focused on what’s most important. Which started with acknowledging that prayer is more about “we” than “me.”

Lesson #3 from Jonah. Ever feel like some people just aren’t worth the effort? A relationship with them is hard, frustrating, maybe even painful. Is anyone too far gone to receive mercy and grace—from God and us?

Lesson #2 from Jonah. Sometimes you cause the storm in your life, other times it’s someone else. But no matter what, God is there when the waves come crashing in.

Lesson #1 from Jonah—the guy who thought running away from God was a solid idea. The thing God’s asking you to do might seem scary or big or unattainable. But what would happen if you did it anyway?

Hey, guess what? Sometimes our actions don’t match our values. This means, yes, we can be hypocritical. It’s a touchy topic. And that's why humility is the best way to approach the conversation.

Talking about different religions is personal. You don’t want to think that someone you care about could be wrong just because they hold different beliefs. What if we approach the convo like Jesus did? With lots of truth, grace, and understanding.

There isn’t just one way to know God is real. He uses history, science, and your experiences to shape your view of him. Why? Because He stops at nothing to show His love for you.

The Bible is full of words that give: direction, wisdom, encouragement. There are also parts that are genuinely perplexing. This can make you wonder—do I need to believe all of the Bible or is it okay to pick and choose?

You experience a job loss, breakup, or death of a loved one and start to wonder—why, God? It’s a dark + lonely place. What if the same God you might blame for your pain is the same God that’s with you in it?

On Easter morning, Jesus rose from the grave and conquered death. This changed everything for you. Because of what Jesus did, you can experience hope, peace, and a relationship with God—no matter your story.

It’s not like you plan to fail—but failure happens. At some point, you will goof up, slip up, or mess up. Good thing God has a way of using your failures to change your future.

Let’s say life throws some crazy, anxiety-producing event your way—you’re going to be shaken. Now searching for some semblance of peace becomes the main goal. So, where do you look first?

Ever get that bone-tired, exhausted, tank is empty feeling? Scrap the quick-fix you’re hoping for in that triple espresso latte—it’s time to find real rest for your soul.

What do you do to avoid loneliness? Chase relationships, fill your schedule, get on social media? Before you run from loneliness too quickly—remember this: sometimes lonely moments are where a relationship with God can grow the most.

Anger takes on many forms: there’s the silent treatment, the death stare, the yell-until-you’re-red-in-the face. Sometimes anger is even justified. But how you express it and where you direct it can save you from moments you’ll later regret.

Hopelessness doesn’t care about your age, relationship status, or level of success. When it grabs hold of your soul, it makes you feel like there’s nothing to look forward to. What can be done to get your soul out of a hopeless slump?