The Blue Jeans Christian

Hebrews 11:6 says it's impossible to please God without faith.  We can get and even increase our faith by learning from faithful people. In this short and engaging story, I explain what faith is and how to get it and increase your faith! 

What's your favorite song? Is it because of the tune, or the lyrics? In this episode 159, we talk about a song the lyrics will bless you in your life and job, and you will prosper if you do them! 

During the events leading up to Jesus being executed, and raising from the dead, He responded to some people, and ignored others. What was it that caused a response from Jesus, and what caused his silence? We discover what that is, and ensure you are one He responds to as well!

In John 15, Jesus said we are like a branch that bears fruit, but if no fruit, the branch withers and is thrown into the fire. Here is how to not wither, and to help others not be withered and avoid the fire.

Prior to presenting the Improve Your Job seminar Integrating The Bible Into Your Work I was interviewed by Chris Ryan of 102.5 FM The Vine in Southern California. The interview was so popular and the Seminar so well attended I thought I would post it here.  If your church wants me to present this seminar, please contact me at kevin@bluejeanschristian.com

If a wise and trusted mentor gave you 5 quick and helpful pieces of advice they knew you needed, would you listen and apply them to your life? This 155th episode is just those 5 pieces of advice!

Does God seem distant? Does it seem He isn't listening or answering your prayers? Maybe you and God aren't on the same page.  In episode 154, we give practical quick answers to being on the same page as God.

Is your work environment harsh? Not the weather, but your boss or co-workers or customers? Does your company have policies you don't agree with? This is the continuation of 10 items you can do to improve your work environment and be Jesus' representative in your job.

Is your job difficult due to a harsh boss, co-workers, or customers? Are the equipment or tools less than optimal and you are asked to produce more and better quality with them? Does your company make decisions you don't agree with? Then this podcast is for you!

Gratitude and being thankful should characterize us. Would your co-workers or relatives say you are a thankful person, or a grumbler and complainer? Are you content with what you have?  Here is how to glorify God by thanksgiving! 

Jesus said we are to be salt and light in a dark world, we do that by influencing others. In this episode 149 we give Scripture references and practical advice on how to be a Godly influence to the people God has put around us.

Does God seem distant, or has His back to you? Maybe you are on a different page than Him! Find out what your page and His looks like, so you can get on His page!

Does it seem like we are living in perilous times? How can we tell if we are, and better yet...what should we do?!

Wow, the world is changing rapidly. And not many of the changes are good...especially to Christians.  So is God still in control, or not? This first episode of Season 5 looks at what is going on through the lens of Scripture, and you will be surprised to learn it's all still in God's control. Giving us hope, not fear and frustration.

A great way to represent Jesus is to be encouraging to others. Here's how, including several ideas and examples!

How to abide in Him. Jesus requires something from us, and gives us practical advice on how to do it using a fantastic analogy!

How to be patient through trials and troubling events in a world without patience.

The Bible says we are to be In Him. What does it mean to Be In Him? Here is how, with practical suggestions to be In Him!

The tree that stands strong during fierce storms has good roots. You too can have good roots to help withstand life's storms and harshness. This 2nd podcast in our "BE"  series is imperative for any Christian from Colossians 2:6-7

In 2015, I invented a word. This word has come to define my life, and I hope it helps you too! 

The Innkeeper and barn from the Christmas story may not be accurate. Joseph is often underestimated. In this episode, we look closely at what Scripture really says and make practical application of Joseph to impact our lives through Jesus and for God's glory. 

Are you gripped by fear? Here is how to pray! Learning from Jacob in Genesis 32 when he feared for his life and his family, he turned to God in prayer, and we can learn 6 components from his prayer to help us too!

Most Christians don't consider having to go to work a blessing.  But there it is, in Genesis 1:28 God said He blessed people by instituting work.  Once we really grasp that, and the 12 reasons in Scripture work is a blessing and gift from God, work becomes a lot better for us, with more purpose to our lives.

We connect with people who make us feel valued. Here is how to be valued by them, with 4 easy and practical things you can do to raise your value, and these are Biblical too!

Every hero has an enemy, but what if they were the same person? We should recognize the enemy within, stirred by the enemy without so as to be a hero to God, to others, and to us.  This must-listen episode helps you recognize what harms your relationship with Jesus and with others around you.