Pleasing God Podcast

Send a text What Christians believe about God matters.  Knowing what we believe and why we believe it makes a difference when engaging with others and facing the challenges of life. The study of God and Christian truth is a worthwhile pursuit of any and all believers. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: Jonathan’s Substack |...

Send a text Waiting, slowing down, remaining calm, and staying patient all seem to things that are easier said than done. However, patience is a virtue that has been given to all believers by the Holy Spirit. In this week's episode Jon and Kate discuss patience and the challenges of living this out consistently. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to...

Send a text Peace is a universal human longing but is often a forgotten reality in the Christian life. Every Christian has been given the virtue of peace and has been called to exercise that peace in this life. This week Jon and Kate explore this virtue as it relates to living a life pleasing unto God. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to the weekly new...

Send a text The term church is an often misapplied as well as misunderstood in modern times. It is important for believers to know what a church is and the role it plays in the Christian life. Jesus loves the church and so should Christians as they seek to please God in their lives. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: Jonath...

Send a text True joy is a supernatural gift given by the Holy Spirit as He comes into a Christian's life. This virtue is a powerful testimony to the hope a believer possesses. The challenge believers face is the battle to maintain joy in the midst of a sin cursed world. Ultimately living a life of joy is pleasing to God. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Sub...

Send a text Christians have been given the Holy Spirit. However, He does not come empty handed, nor does He reside inactively.  The Fruit of the Spirit is His luggage, and He is at work enabling the believer to use that which He brings. The first virtue is love and it is important to explore and exercise this fruit in order to live a life pleasing to God.  Support the show Stock Music provided by...

Send a text The presence of remaining sin is a reality for all Christians. However, the sin that remains is not to be tolerated but put to death. While this is a lifelong battle, the Bible gives clear commands and principles that lead to victory and not the steady state of defeat. An understanding of the nature of sin, the power of sin, and the Christian response to sin will help believers in thei...

Send a text Being unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is a reoccurring theme in the New Testament. There are many factors and influences that can cause Christians to be ashamed of the gospel in this secular age. An understanding of what it is and how it is received serve to strengthen boldness and confidence in the truth of God message of redemption through Jesus Christ. Support the show Stock...

Send a text Trials, tribulations, and suffering are inevitable realities of life. Understanding suffering through a Christian biblical worldview helps to make sense of why suffering happens as well as seeing the purpose behind it. Ultimately suffering is a tool to help grow and mature believers as they redeem it for the glory of God. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from P...

Send a text Working is something everyone engages with on a regular basis. The Bible explains how the Christian is to think and feel about the task of work. How one thinks and feels will determine their actions in work and ultimately result in the way they reflect on their labors. The Christian work ethic does not stem from self-determination but rather self-realization knowing that work is to be...

Send a text Life is hard and there are many things that compete for our time. However, the Bible provides important principles that can be implemented in order to live a well-balanced life that is pleasing to God. As Christians it is important to be mindful of how time is used and to make the best of it while it is available.  Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Su...

Send a text The pursuit of the Christian life is to please God. Ultimately God is glorified as followers of Jesus Christ aim to please Him in everyday life. 1 Thessalonians 4:1-3 provides the necessary understanding of the principles that need to be applied in order to please God as a Christian in this life. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to the week...

Send a text Introduction to why pleasing God matters to the Christian. The genesis of the podcast comes from seeking to live out the mission, Pleasing God Making Disciples of Jesus Christ. The scope of the podcast ranges from biblical to practical issues as they relate to living a life faithfully to the glory of God. Support the show Stock Music provided by wolfgangwoehrle, from Pond5 Subscribe to...