The Extra Mile Podcast

Send us Fan Mail There perhaps is nothing more intimidating than someone with a drawn weapon. The sword is spoken of in the Bible as being used throughout scripture, most of the time for its intended purpose.  The New Testament speaks of the sword of truth, which is the Word of God, able to pierce between marrow and bone, and the heart and soul. The message of the New Testament is love. Love for G...

Send us Fan Mail Trends and fashions go in and out of style pretty frequently in our lives. Where are all your Tervis Tumblers these days?  Why you coming at me bro? There’s nothing wrong with getting the newest phone or the trendiest item. What is so strong about the appeal of these items? Is it because everyone else is doing it, and you don’t want to be left out? It’s never fun to get a speeding...

Send us Fan Mail In the life of a Christian, we must make a choice to grow in Christ or be deceived by the world. The maturing of your faith is discussed in the New Testament as we put off the old person and put on the new. The new self considers the feelings of others, has empathy for your fellow man.  Who is not worthy of the grace of God? If you think there are those who are unforgivable, do yo...

Send us Fan Mail We like movies. Especially when we can derive lessons of morality from them. Sacrifice and guidance are what we show to our children. We keep them safe. We try to teach them before they hurt themselves. We are there to help them heal their wounds when they do.  We learn from our Heavenly Father of sacrifice with His son, Jesus, who died for our sins. We also know that God teaches...

Send us Fan Mail Short and to the point Repetition Ancient languages Practice Patience There are many ways to study God’s Word and apply it to our lives. Ultimately, the more you seek after the spiritual things of God, the more will be revealed to you. Studying to teach is often where a subject really comes to life for the student. We are called by the Bible to seek, to search, and to grow in our...

Send us Fan Mail It will not make much difference, friend,  A hundred years from now If you live in a stately mansion  or on a river scow; If the clothes you wear are tailor-made  or pieced together somehow, If you eat big steaks or beans and cake ...  A hundred years from now. It won’t matter your bank account  or the make of car you drive, For the grave will claim all riches and fame  and the th...

Send us Fan Mail Does the path of man lead to destruction? What of the pathway of Jesus? Men pervert the Word of God with false truths that lead to selfish destruction. Is it money you desire? Is it power? Influence? Or is it love? Can it possibly be love that sets people against one another? We would love to hear from you! Email: the.emile.pod@gmail.com Instagram: @extramilepodcast

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk about the role prayer has in our lives. A conversation with God and Jesus is good for your heart and soul. A relationship fostered between you and the creator is encouraged by the Bible for those searching for help.  The change in the New Testament regarding prayer is one of informality and familiarity. Go boldly to the throne of grace and make your requests know...

Send us Fan Mail This episode we welcome our special guest Michael Foster. One of the ministers of the Ropesville Church of Christ. A man of many talents and a love of serving God. Working for the kingdom, and a call to serve compels Michael to action.  When you feel a responsibility of the call to serve, the dedication to study and inquiry is required. This is the same as a relationship. The need...

Send us Fan Mail We all have desires in our hearts. Are yours selfish? Just for you and your family and friends? What about the strangers at the supermarket? Who is your neighbor?  A humble heart is required to have a relationship with others. If you place yourself first, there ain’t much room for anyone else. The wisdom of God reveals when you place others first, that is how you become great.  Lo...

Send us Fan Mail How do you seek after newer things? How do you obtain a happier life? The lessons of the Bible are about change, and making choices that reveal your heart of change. Practically, repentance stems from a desire to change, of newness.  When a change happens, everyday a testing will occur that forces your hand to make a choice. Even though mistakes happen, God is still waiting for yo...

Send us Fan Mail We discuss cultivating faith, and the common misconceptions of belief. The difference of a faith in God is a declaration of allegiance, or a devotion as a partner. This allegiance is spoken of specifically in Hebrews 11, how your allegiance can’t be merely lip service. This faith must cause action.  As your faith grows over your life, the path toward action intensifies and is ampl...

Send us Fan Mail Are you the kind of person that wants to include others? Whether it be socially or even about spreading good news, the Bible and evangelism is about sharing the love of Christ.  You can do this with kindness. You can do this with hospitality or a meal. You can share the love of Christ with strangers, your family, or your coworkers.  The ability to reach across the table and help o...

Send us Fan Mail Neil Postman’s book Entertaining Ourselves to Death is a great read, filled with a thesis of changing times based on technology. Literacy and the ability to read empowers those who embrace the acquisition of knowledge.  Knowledge of the scriptures and the love of God is reflected in the Bible. The calls for discipleship are belief in the higher power of God through Jesus. It requi...

Send us Fan Mail Neil is preacher of Creekside Church of Christ in Franklin, IN. In addition to being a real estate agent, he is an advocate for realism among the family of God. Open about his youth, experiences in state homes and foster care, as well as personal abuse suffered, he is bold in his statements of redemption and the salvation of Jesus Christ.  This short conversation is a conclusion o...

Send us Fan Mail Temptation comes in many forms for everyone. For Ethan, and many people today, temptation comes in the form of food. Any addiction is considered idolatry. It takes work, faith, and humility to keep such temptations at bay.  Is something getting between you and God? You and your family? Are you addicted to your phone? Gambling? Drugs? What is in control of your life other than you?...

Send us Fan Mail With a return to form, Caleb Speer gives us an update on his work in Utah at Kaysville Church of Christ.  The gospel message is simple. So, we should keep it simple. When discussing spiritual matters, find the common ground in your discussion with gentleness and kindness. Is your desire to win a brother in Christ, or to win the argument?  To our listeners who are members of the Mo...

Send us Fan Mail Ready Player 1! Your new life starts now. Today you are born anew and can live with newness of life. Work to place your treasures above, on the better things of life. A reliance on God and his physical gifts comes from your relationship with Him! How can you learn to not worry without a relationship with your Heavenly Father? The gift of the Holy Spirit is promised to those who se...

Send us Fan Mail We reflect on our discussion with Cal Winston and his fantastic visit the previous week. How do you balance the call to work by God, developing your talents and skills, and not falling into the pit of arrogance?  It’s a challenge without God. Few people make such a selfless contribution to this world. Most stumble over the stumbling block of the secular follies of power, the pursu...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when an opportunity falls in your lap? Is it random chance, or has God given you a blessing? Have you taken initiative in your own life? Have you made the best of your decisions in your life? Either you live your life with your own thought, or you allow God to bless you and direct your steps. When you stop and co template your life, what principals direct your steps?...

Send us Fan Mail Some people are going through life as if they are asleep. The Bible calls us to wake up and take action in our life. What are you afraid of? Losing your life? Eventually you will die. We all will. Take courage and take action.  Making changes in your life is difficult. The calls to repent in the Bible demand you take action for your choices and behavior. Do you not care about your...

Send us Fan Mail The English language is fairly common around the world, but what are its correlations with the Bible? Is any one translation better than the other? And does it matter? Do you have to go back to the Greek to make sense of the love of Christ? The message of love is clear in the gospel of Christ. The call for you to change and repent of the bad things you’ve chosen to do is also clea...

Send us Fan Mail The body of Christ is made up of all kinds and types of people, unified by the blood of Christ into God’s family. These observations are meant to uphold wisdom, teach patience, and cause mutual love among all of the church. When we separate ourselves from others, we weaken the established structure of the Kingdom of God.  Why be divided? Because they aren’t like you are? Because t...

Send us Fan Mail If you haven’t read the Bible from cover to cover, we encourage you to take on the task. Like any difficult task, it takes commitment and determination to do so. Once complete, you may find many things to have contemplated. You may find you are not the same person when you began reading.  Like any other self-help process, to be successful, you cannot stay the same person through t...

Send us Fan Mail This episode we unpack a parable taught by Jesus regarding talents. There are many layers to consider with this story. Concepts of gifts given, the weight of responsibility, and the necessity of action.  The worst thing you can do with a gift, talent, money, responsibility in the kingdom is to do nothing. Why do nothing? Is it fear that causes inaction?   We would love to hear fro...