STRONG and HEALTHY with Steve Barr

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E40 Stay Dangerous - Don't Drift Episode 2 - The Temptations of Mature Christians Growing older and gaining experience doesn't remove temptation—it changes it. In this episode, Steve discusses the hidden temptations of mature Christians and leaders: comfort, cynicism, pride, and complacency. Discover how to stay teachable, stay humble, and keep your...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E39 Stay Dangerous-Don't Drift - Ep 1 The Danger Nobody Sees Coming Nobody plans to drift from God. It happens slowly, quietly, and over time. In this episode, Steve explores Paul's warning in Colossians 1 and explains why spiritual drift—not outright failure—is often the greatest danger facing mature Christians. Learn how to stay focused on Christ,...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E38 10 Simple Photo Tips That Instantly Improve Your Pictures Today I share ten simple photography tips. These aren't professional tricks. They're practical ideas anybody can use with a smartphone or camera. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Subscribe to this Podcast. About: Hi, my name is Steve Barr and here is where you're...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E37 If This Were My Final Episode If this were my final episode of Strong & Healthy, what would I want to leave behind? In this heartfelt message, I share four timeless truths from 2 Corinthians 13:11 that can guide your faith, relationships, and future: Be joyful, grow to maturity, encourage one another, and live in harmony and peace. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVER...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E36 Ten Life Hacks for Young Adults What advice would a pastor, grandfather, and former school superintendent give to young adults starting out in life? In this episode, Steve shares ten timeless rules that build strong character, healthy relationships, financial wisdom, and a lifelong walk with God. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Su...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E35 — The Power of Being All-In Half-hearted Christianity produces weak spiritual lives. In this episode, Steve Barr explores the early church’s devotion, consistency, unity, and wholehearted commitment to Jesus. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Subscribe to this Podcast. About: Hi, my name is Steve Barr and here is where you're go...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E34 — There Is No Such Thing As A Solitary Christian Modern culture celebrates independence, but the Bible celebrates spiritual family. In this episode, Steve Barr unpacks why authentic Christian community is essential for not only emotional health, spiritual growth, strong marriages, and lasting faith . . . BUT it is absolutely critical for fulfilling God’s...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E33 — Why Going to Church Still Changes Lives Why does active church participation consistently lead to stronger families, healthier lives, lower addiction rates, and greater emotional resilience? In this episode, Steve explores a bit of surprising research behind church involvement and explains why God designed believers to thrive in biblical community, spi...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E32 Men: Are You Stuck IN Survival Mode? In this episode I explore the powerful story of Gideon from Judges 6–7 and what it teaches modern believers about courage, calling, spiritual leadership, faith, and obedience. Many Christian men today are stuck in survival mode — focused only on protecting their own families — while God is calling them to influence th...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E31 “Why So Many Christians Burn Out” You were never meant to run the Christian race in your own strength. In this final episode, Steve explains why the Holy Spirit is the wind in our sails — empowering us to endure, stay faithful, and finish the work Jesus gave us to do. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Subscribe to this Podcast. Abou...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E30 How To Move Forward While Staying Focused And Spiritually Alive Many people start the race of faith, but far fewer finish well. In this episode, Steve walks through four powerful principles from Philippians 3 that help believers stay focused, spiritually alive, and moving toward the finish line. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Sub...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E29 “DON’T LIVE A BORING CHRISTIAN LIFE” Too many believers settle for a safe, distracted, spiritually dull version of Christianity. Jesus didn’t die so we could merely exist — He died so we could truly live and finish the work He assigned to us NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Subscribe to this Podcast. About: Hi, my name is Steve Bar...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E28 “Keep Saying Yes” (Finish The Work - Episode 1) What if the biggest moments in your life started with one simple “yes” to Jesus? In this episode, Steve shares deeply personal stories of pain, surrender, calling, and how decades of ministry were built one act of obedience at a time. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY Please Subscribe to this...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E27 How To Be Snarky, Snooty, And Snobby Why do some believers slowly become cynical, critical, sarcastic, and spiritually proud? In this episode of Strong & Healthy, Steve Barr talks about the danger of becoming “snarky, snooty, and snobby” and how bitterness, criticism, and pride can quietly poison our hearts, relationships, and churches. Reading in Ep...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E26 Be Careful What You Listen To What you listen to eventually shapes how you think, feel, and live. In this episode, Steve talks about guarding your heart by filtering the voices of culture, fear, social media, news, and even spiritual deception through the truth of God’s Word and the leading of the Holy Spirit. NEW EPISODES RELEASED EVERY TUESDAY & FR...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E25 Seven Signs Your Family Is Spiritually Healthy (Or, Headed the Wrong Way) Everyone wants a strong family—but what does that actually mean? In this episode, we strip away the myths of perfection and discover that strong families aren’t problem-free, they’re built on Jesus and moving in the right direction. This is the foundation that holds when real life...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E24 What Is a Strong Family, Really (And What Actually Matters Most) Everyone wants a strong family—but what does that actually mean? In this episode, we strip away the myths of perfection and discover that strong families aren’t problem-free, they’re built on Jesus and moving in the right direction. This is the foundation that holds when real life hits. Ste...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E23 Honor Changes Everything: The Secret to Healthy Relationships Honor isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a command. In this episode, we unpack Romans 12 and what it really means to love, respect, and honor others. This one will transform how you treat family, friends, and even difficult people. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E22 Why Christian Kids Walk Away (And How to Prevent It) You can’t pass down faith by accident. In this episode, we talk about discipleship in the home, generational faith, and why rules without relationship lead to rebellion. This one is huge for parents and grandparents. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E21 The Power of Unity: Why Strong Families Stick Together Two people working together can accomplish far more than two people working alone. In this episode, we explore the power of unity—especially in marriage—and how God designed relationships to reflect His glory. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW EPISODE...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E20 Walking in Freedom: How to Let Go of Hurt and Live Free Many believers are saved—but not free. In this episode, we talk about forgiveness, bitterness, and the traps that keep people stuck. Jesus didn’t just save you—He set you free. Now it’s time to live that way. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW EPISODES...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E19 Why You Feel Drained—and How to Fix It God’s Way You can’t build a healthy family if you’re running on empty. In this episode, we talk about what it means to be whole—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. God cares about all of you, not just your spiritual life. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW EPISODES...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E18 How to Build a Hope-Filled Family in a Confused World Strong families don’t just survive - they look forward with hope. But biblical hope isn’t wishful thinking - it’s confidence based on God’s faithfulness. In this episode, we talk about how love, truth, and renewed thinking create a family that doesn’t give up. Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E17 Why Jesus Had to Die (And Why It Matters for Your Family) Before we talk about strong families, we have to start with the foundation: Jesus. In this episode, we answer one of the most important questions ever asked: Why did Jesus have to die? You’ll see how sin separated us, why we couldn’t fix it ourselves, and how the cross changes everything - includi...

STRONG & HEALTHY with Steve Barr S5.E16 Freedom - Freedom For A New Life Steve shares a 3 part series on the great blessing we have in being set free. Galatians 2:16 . . . for no one will ever be made right with God by obeying the law.” John 8:32 You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Steve's Temperament Handouts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEW EPISODES RELEASE...