Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus Podcast

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 344, “Who Taught You to Fear God?” Kim discusses the difference a consistent practice of healthy fear of the Lord will make in your daily life. In today’s focal passage, we see that King Uzziah was taught by Zechariah to “fear God.” As a result of fearing God, he “sought guidance from the Lord.” Just imagine how our world would be if each Christ-follower consistentl...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 343, “What Idols Do You Need to Completely Erase?” Kim discusses the dangers of partial obedience. King Uzziah, as well as a few of his ancestors, are described as doing what was pleasing in the Lord’s sight, but they did not destroy the pagan shrines. First, this was in direct disobedience to God’s instructions to the Israelites when they came into the promised lan...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 342, “There Was No One to Save Them…But God,” Kim discusses the times in life where we believe there is no one to help us…no one on our side. Those are the times we need to be reminded that God is there for us even when no human being is. How many life moments have you had totally changed with the phrase, “but God”?   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 14...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 341, “If You Ever Think God Can’t Work Without You....,” Kim discusses the dangers of believing God can’t accomplish His purposes without you. How many people feel a ministry would not be successful if it weren’t for his charisma, connections, vision, accomplishments, etc.? Instead, may we consider the privilege of being a part of the greatest mission on earth?   Ou...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 340, “Don’t Just Nod at God,” Kim discusses the difference between a life in which one only nods in God’s direction and one wholly committed to the Lord and His purposes. King Jehoahaz looked to God only because the conditions were beyond his control, and he sought God’s help. Just imagine the kingdom impact he could have had if he had wholly surrendered to the Lord...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 339, “Like Father, Like Son-Not Always a Good Thing,” Kim discusses the positive and negative aspects of the concept - like father, like son. In today’s podcast, we explore a sad tale of a like father, like son relationship with poor choices and violent ends. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. If you have unhealthy patterns in your family, may today be your pe...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 338, “Spotting a Toxic Leader,” Kim discusses one of the characteristics of toxic leaders—refusing to appropriately accept constructive criticism. In today’s text, we see King Amaziah’s prideful reaction to God’s prophets calling out his sin. Take a few moments to listen and challenge yourself regarding toxic leadership.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Chr...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 337, “Reject a ‘Hold Back Part of Me’ Faith,” Kim discusses the dangers of attempting to live a less-than-wholehearted kind of faith. King Amaziah was not fully committed, and he eventually faced the consequences. Kim challenges the listeners to personalize Proverbs 3:5-6 and live a wholehearted life of devotion to Christ.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 C...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 336, “When Allies Become Enemies,” Kim discusses the three types of enemies Joash faced in our scripture passage and the lessons we can learn from his choices. As you listen to the podcast, Kim will challenge you to examine your life and identify the enemies you face and how they have arisen. So often we mistake well-meaning people who are trying to hold us accounta...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 335, “The Only Influence Guaranteed to Last,” Kim discusses the importance of directly influencing others while we have breath in our lungs, as well as praying scripture prayers that will continue to impact long after we have gone home to heaven.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Chronicles 24:17-22, with 22 as the focal verse:   22 That was how King Joash r...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 334, “Looking at Life through a Different Lens,” Kim discusses the importance of looking at our daily lives and the people in them through God’s eyes. We can either give a weather report of our day-to-day, seeing life through only our earthly eyes, or we can truly see what the Lord is doing in, through, and around us on the daily. As we look at today’s passages, may...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 333, “Accountability Can Come from Unexpected People,” Kim discusses the importance of accepting Godly accountability and providing Godly accountability. Sometimes our accountability may come from the younger generation or those we have mentored.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 12:1-8 , with 6-7 as the focal verses:   6 But by the twenty-third year o...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 332, “We All Need One of These People in Our Life,” Kim discusses the people who have encouraged each of us to live lives worthy of the Lord and the importance of doing the same for others. Jehoiada not only helped to physically protect the baby Joash until he took the throne of Judah, but he was also part of his spiritual protection and provision. May we all be Jeh...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 331, “Which Child Will You Protect?” Kim discusses the responsibility we have to be protectors of the next generation. In today’s story, we see at least three people who were in on a dangerous child protection project. Each of them risked their life to hide a baby boy from his out-of-control, power-hungry grandmother, Athaliah.   Our focal passage for this episode i...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 330, “Are You Guilty of Cafeteria-Style Obedience?” Kim discusses the temptation we all face to pick and choose what we want to obey. Today’s story highlights the character King Jehu of Israel, who did an outstanding job (seemingly going a bit overboard) with wiping out the evil lineage of King Ahab, but did a pitiful job serving the Lord in other areas. May our tes...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 329, “The Lord Is Never ’Slow’ in Keeping His Promises,” Kim discusses the challenge of waiting on the Lord to fulfill His promises. In today’s story, we see the long-awaited fulfillment of the Lord’s promise to destroy Queen Jezebel for her lifetime of evil deeds.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 9:1-37 , with 36-37 as the focal verses:   36 When the...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 328, “She Encouraged Him in Doing Wrong,” Kim discusses the evil influences on King Ahaziah of Judah. Not only did his own mother encourage him in doing wrong, but he was advised in similar directions by other relatives. All of us have had at least one person who either encouraged us in doing wrong or did something to us that changed the trajectory of our lives. Sad...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 327, “He Died to No One’s Regret,” Kim discusses the life of King Jehoram of Judah, who lived a life none of us should imitate. In this episode, Kim will focus on some of the decisions made by Jehoram that led to the legacy no one should choose.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 8:16-24 and 2 Chronicles 21 , with 2 Chronicles 21:20 as the focal verse:...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 326, “Having the Heart of the Good Shepherd,” Kim discusses the heart of the Good Shepherd, as detailed in John 10, and the importance of praying for that heart to be in leaders today. Sadly, many who have been privileged to proclaim the Word of God, either in a pulpit or in a concert setting, have acted more like the wolf than a Godly shepherd. May today be a turni...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 325, “Now, How Many Steps Ahead Is God?” Kim discusses the perfect timing the Lord orchestrated for the woman of Shunem regarding her request to reclaim her land. May this story encourage you to trust the Lord is seeing your situation and is working all things together in His time and in His way.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 8:1-6 with verse 5 as...

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 324, “What Would Cause You to Miss a Miracle?” Kim discusses the miracle that seemed to have been missed by the Israelites and their king. We see no evidence in scriptures that they were even aware that the Lord had intervened on their behalf, let alone understand what the Lord did to cause the Aramean army to flee. How often have you been like them and missed the m...

SHOW NOTES:   In Podcast Episode 323, “The Miracle of Divine Insight,” Kim discusses the pattern of divine insights received and shared by the prophet Elisha. As we have walked through the stories of Elisha and his ministry, we have encountered multiple times in which Elisha knew information he had not received through human means. He had the inside scoop or the “before it happened” information. W...

SHOW NOTES:   In Podcast Episode 322, “Quicker to Point Fingers Than Bow Knees,” Kim discusses the importance of prayer and self-reflection amid challenging circumstances. Like King Joram in our story today, we struggle with the temptation to blame others and/or God when trouble comes our way. And, yes, sometimes the choices of others do lead to difficult circumstances for many. However, no matter...

SHOW NOTES:   In Podcast Episode 321, “Open Their Eyes and Let Them See,” Kim discusses the uplifting story in 2 Kings 6, as the prophet Elisha continues to be God’s messenger. Today’s passage contains moments of humor, but should also create a sense of awe regarding the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. Kim also shares a short story from Rev. Billy Graham’s book “Angels” that you won’t want to miss.   Our...

SHOW NOTES:   In Podcast Episode 320, “Don’t Hesitate to Pray for Daily Needs,” Kim discusses the importance of taking our practical needs to the Lord. Instead of asking the Lord, we often ask others or are intent on fixing the situation ourselves. Let us learn from the floating axhead story that the extraordinary God provides, even for our ordinary needs.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2...