Joy for Today

It is easy for any believer to come to a place of spiritual depression or affliction. Often, our own incorrect decisions bring us to a place of being without strength and can bring on thoughts of discouragement and defeat. But God's Word has solutions for those situations! Join us as we discuss on this week's Touching Monday episode! Send us Fan Mail

As Christians, we understand and believe that Jesus Christ is everything we need. But there can be times in our Christian life when we drift away from Him or complain about His direction for our lives. Yet Jesus never ceases to be good or to desire His best for us! As we finish out 2025, let's consider our walk with Christ evaluate how, where, and why we may have drifted away from Him. Send u...

Although the gifts the Magi brought to Jesus were not "traditional" in the way we might think of them, God has a purpose in these gifts, and each has a special aspect of who Jesus is. Particularly, myrrh is not something we would consider giving to a child, but it symbolizes the death Jesus would suffer to make salvation available to all mankind. So what can we apply in our own lives fro...

Reading through the portion of Jesus' birth in Matthew 2, we see some interesting, even strange, gifts given to the young child, Jesus, by the wise men. Today, we understand the value of gold, but what about frankincense? There is rich meaning and symbolism behind this prophetic gift! Join us as we talk about the gift of frankincense and what it might mean for us. Send us Fan Mail

We understand that Christmas is a time of giving gifts. The example for this can be drawn from the wise men of Matthew 2 who brought gifts to Jesus following His birth. Think about what you have given to the Lord; is it your best, your most valuable, after all, He is well-deserving of our best! Thankfully, we do not give to Jesus or work for Jesus to have our sins forgiven and for salvation. Rathe...

Whether we realize it or not, our words are important. The truthfulness of our communication matters. God has plenty of instruction for us regarding our tongue and how we use it to communicate with others ...so how is your communication? Are you honest or not? Listen in as we discuss the importance of integrity in our speech! Send us Fan Mail

Who are you following? Who have you allowed to have influence in your life? These are good questions for us to regularly ask ourselves, especially in the culture in which we live. God inspired James to point believers to His prophets, and even to Job, as we live our lives. Listen along as we talk about patience and endurance in the Christian life! Send us Fan Mail

Is there someone in your life that you need patience when dealing with them? Did the image of that person just flash into your mind, causing a little anxiety or frustration? Thankfully, we can come to God's Word for the truth about our own heart attitude and the behavior we are to exhibit with all people. Join us as we talk about patience, specifically when interacting with other people. Send...

Life is hard. There always seems to be some difficulty, trial, or setback that looms over us, either past, present, or future. At the same time, God knows each of us and what we experience, and He has a prescription for us to continue following and trusting Him. Join us as we think about being patient and waiting for the Lord's return! Send us Fan Mail

It seems like the struggle with materialism is not relegated only to the rich; all of us can struggle with the desire for more. Yet the Bible instructs believers to be good stewards, or managers, of all that God gives. Listen along as we discuss God's perspective on a covetous life from James 5. Send us Fan Mail

Where is your focus? What does it take to distract you or to take your mind away from God and your thoughts to life's difficulties and problems? The Apostle Paul made a determination to allow Christ to be his focus, and we must do the same! Listen along as we discuss the importance of a Cross-Centered Life. Send us Fan Mail

In the book of Acts, we read about the impact the Gospel made on so many lives, beginning with Jesus' disciples and continuing to the Apostle Paul. They "turned the world upside down," (Acts 17:6); quite a statement! But how has the Gospel affected and changed US? Listen in as we discuss the power of the Gospel and its ability to change our lives. Send us Fan Mail

Our involvement in missions begins first in our heart and the decisions we make about God. Is God worthy of our obedience to the demands He places on our lives? Is He worthy enough for each of us to pray, give, serve, and even go where He leads us? Undoubtedly, God is worthy, but we must decide to act when God directs. Join us as we discuss the need for every believer to say "I will" to...

The testimony of Missionaries Matt and Dallita Goins is one of God's provision and strength in the face of difficult circumstances. Listen in to an interview conducted at Bible Baptist Church with the Goins and Pastor Sam Green. We trust the Lord will use it to encourage you and point you to Christ as your source of joy!  Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, we unpack what it means to live a life completely poured out for God from 2 Timothy 4:6–7. Paul’s words challenge us to see worship not just as a song or a Sunday moment, but as a lifestyle of faithfulness—to the conflict, the call, and the creed. We’ll talk about fighting the good fight instead of the wrong ones, staying true to the unique course God has set before each of us, an...

Knowing about someone or something is often vastly different from knowing them personally and intimately. Relationship is different from mere knowledge. In John 17, Jesus prayed that we would know God on the basis of a relationship with Him. What a wonderful prayer request! Do you know God, or just know about Him? Are you making Him known to others God has brought into your life? Join us as we dis...

World events, especially those in our own country, have initiated feelings of fear, anger, and worry. Even believers on Christ can find themselves caught up in these emotions. But just as He did throughout the Scripture, God can use these events and circumstances to reveal our continuing need for personal revival. Join us as we talk about how God desires His children to live in the midst of trying...

Life throws a lot at us, and the things we decide to give our time and attention to can spread us very thin, very quickly. All this seems to do is add frustration and causes us to lose sight of what is truly important. God implores His children to have a single priority; the Gospel of Christ! Listen along as we chat about the "one thing" God desires in the lives of believers. Send us Fan...

A lack of thankfulness in our hearts and minds leads us to a complaining, depressed attitude. However, the Bible tells us, so often, that every believer has the opportunity to live with hopefulness and joy! Our thankfulness must begin with the forgiveness of sins and salvation that God gives to any person who places their trust on the finished work of Jesus Christ. Listen along as we talk about th...

Have you ever considered that you might be living as a "practical atheist," even as a Christian? When we do not approach our days and plans with God's wisdom, we can quickly find ourselves frustrated by the interruptions that inevitably pop up. James has much to say on this topic, so join us as we cover James 4:13-17! Send us Fan Mail

Does the way you live your life match the life the Bible prescribes for every believer? We can often live like "practical atheists," or even hypocrites, when we say we are trusting and following Christ but do not seek His will, purpose, or plan for our life. How often do you involve God in the daily decisions of your life? Listen in as we discuss this practical topic from James 4! Send u...

In this episode of the Joy for Today Podcast, we dive into James 4:11–12 and tackle the issue of “trash talk”—gossip, slander, and critical speech that tears others down. James reminds us that when we misuse our words, we spurn the standard of God, scorn His statutes, and even try to supplant His supremacy as Judge. The closer we walk with God, the less we will tolerate gossip and division, choosi...

In this episode of Touching Monday, we dive into James 4:9–10 and explore what it really means to be afflicted, mourn, and weep over our sin. Without genuine sorrow, there can be no genuine repentance, and until we see our sin the way God sees it, we’ll never experience the fullness of His grace. Looking at examples like Peter’s bitter weeping and Paul’s cry of desperation in Romans 7, we discuss...

In this episode of Touching Monday, we will continue our study in James 4.1-10 with part two of "Seeking Grace," exploring what it truly means to "cleanse your hands" and "purify your hearts." We will dig into how our actions, attitudes, and influences reveal the condition of our walk with God. You'll be challenged to stop harmful patters, replace negative influe...

If someone gave you instructions for a fulfilling life, would you listen and follow? That is exactly what God gives us in James 4; instructions for living this life, and for how to enjoy the grace He so abundantly provides! But are we making that conscious decision each day to follow? Join us as we talk about God's offer and our responsibility from James 4! Send us Fan Mail