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Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend – Season 2 Finale Who’s Sitting at Your Table? Psalm 23 As we close Season 2 of The Jesus Effect , thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Whether you’ve listened to one episode or every episode, I’m grateful you’ve joined me as we’ve opened God’s Word together and sought to grow closer to Jesus. In this special Jesus in Your Weekend finale, we r...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus: Faithful to the Finish (James Series Finale) James 5:7–20 After eight weeks of studying the book of James, we arrive at its powerful conclusion. James reminds us that a mature faith is marked by patience, prayer, and perseverance . As we wait on God’s timing, seek Him in prayer, and remain faithful through every season, He continues to shape us into the people He has called...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend - Freedom Has a Name: Jesus   As we celebrate Independence Day weekend, we pause to thank God for the many freedoms we enjoy as Americans. But there is an even greater freedom—one that no government can give and no circumstance can take away. In this special Jesus in Your Weekend episode, we reflect on Jesus’ words in John 8:36 : “Therefore if the Son makes y...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus: Drawing Near to God — James Series (Episode 7)  James 4 What does it really mean to draw near to God? In Episode 7 of our James series, we explore one of the most encouraging invitations in all of Scripture: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” — James 4:8 James reminds us that many of life’s greatest battles don’t begin around us. They begin within us. Our str...

Send us Fan Mail The Jesus Effect – Jesus in Your Weekend Created. Gifted. Called. Episode 4: Character Before Platform Key Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 God created you for a purpose. God gifted you for service. God calls you to use those gifts for His Kingdom. But what matters most is the character behind those gifts. In this final episode of our Created. Gifted. Called. series, we explore Pau...

Send us Fan Mail Who Am I in the Bible? — The Man Who Followed God Wholeheartedly       (Season 1 Finale) After 32 episodes, countless clues, and journeys through the lives of men and women throughout Scripture, we arrive at the Season 1 finale of Who Am I in the Bible? This week, we reveal the final mystery person — a man remembered for his unwavering faith, his trust in God’s promises, and his w...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus: Wisdom from Above — James Series (Episode 6)  James 3:13–18 What kind of wisdom is shaping your life? In Episode 6 of our James series, we explore one of the most practical passages in the book of James as he contrasts two very different kinds of wisdom: • wisdom from the world • wisdom from God James reminds us that true wisdom is more than knowledge. It is revealed by the...

Send us Fan Mail Who Am I in the Bible? — Wholehearted Until the End This week on The Jesus Effect , we arrive at the final mystery before our finale. What happens when everyone else sees obstacles… but you see God’s promises? This mystery person stood against the crowd, trusted God when others doubted, and remained faithful through decades of waiting. While others focused on giants, this person f...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend: Discovering and Using Your God-Given Gifts (Episode 3) Created. Gifted. Called. How do you discover the gifts God has given you? Many believers spend years waiting for a dramatic moment of revelation, when often God reveals our gifts through faithful service. As we step out in faith and serve others, God often shows us how He has uniquely equipped us for His...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus: The Power of the Tongue — James Series (Episode 5)  James 3:1–12 Words matter. In Episode 5 of our James series, we explore one of the most practical and challenging passages in the entire book of James: “How great a forest a little fire kindles!” James reminds us that although the tongue is small, it has tremendous power. Just as a bit guides a horse and a rudder steers a...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend - Created. Gifted. Called. Episode 2: Jesus Has Gifted Every Believer Have you ever wondered how God wants to use you? Many believers assume spiritual gifts are reserved for pastors, teachers, or ministry leaders. But Scripture teaches something very different. Every follower of Jesus has been gifted by God to serve, encourage, and make an eternal difference....

Send us Fan Mail Who Am I in the Bible? — When God Opens the Door This week on The Jesus Effect , our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with the story of someone whose sincere search for God became part of a much bigger plan than they ever imagined. Known for prayer, generosity, and a heart that sought God, this person discovered that God had been working behind the scenes all along. While o...

Send us Fan Mail Faith That Shows Up — James Series Episode 4 In Episode 4 of our James series, we explore one of the most well-known and challenging passages in the entire book of James: 📖 James 2:14–26 “Faith without works is dead.” What does genuine faith look like when it begins showing up in everyday life? James reminds us that faith is more than words. It’s more than simply saying,“I believ...

Send us Fan Mail Created. Gifted. Called.  Episode 1: Jesus Designed You for a Purpose  Ephesians 2:10 Have you ever wondered: Why am I here? Does God really have a purpose for my life? Can He use someone like me? The answer is yes. In this first episode of our new 4-part Friday series, Created. Gifted. Called., we discover the life-changing truth that God created each of us intentionally and purp...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt God prompting you to take a step of faith that didn’t make sense? This week on The Jesus Effect , our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with the story of a man whose life was marked by simple obedience. He started by serving others faithfully. Then God asked him to leave a fruitful ministry and travel a lonely desert road. No explanation. No detailed plan....

Send us Fan Mail Listening and Living the Word — James Series Episode 3 In Episode 3 of our James series, we explore one of the most practical and challenging passages in the entire book of James:  James 1:19–27 “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.” In a world filled with noise, reactions, arguments, and distractions, God’s Word calls us to something deeper: Not just heari...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Jesus Effect , our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with the story of a woman whose life was marked by worship, prayer, and faithful devotion to God. Though many may have overlooked her, heaven did not. For years she remained close to the presence of God — worshiping, praying, and trusting through every season of life. And one ordinary day in the temple, he...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2 of our James series, we explore one of the most practical and encouraging promises in Scripture:  “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God…” — James 1:5 Life constantly places us in situations where we need direction: relationships, parenting, stress, difficult decisions, uncertain seasons, and moments where we simply don’t know what to do. James reminds us tha...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Jesus Effect, our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with a peaceful and powerful story of faith, trust, and God’s perfect timing. For years, this person lived with hopeful expectation, trusting that God would fulfill a promise that seemed impossible to predict or control. Day after day, season after season, the waiting continued. But one ordinary day in the...

Send us Fan Mail Faith in the Middle of the Trial — James Series Episode 1 In this first episode of our James series, we step into one of the most challenging and encouraging passages in the New Testament: James 1:1–12. James reminds us that trials are not meaningless. Even in difficult seasons, God is still working — strengthening our faith, building perseverance, and drawing us closer to Him. To...

Send us Fan Mail Real Faith That Changes the Way We Live — James Series Introduction In this special introduction episode of The Jesus Effect, we begin a brand-new journey through one of the most practical and challenging books in the New Testament: the book of James. James speaks directly to everyday life — our words, our choices, our attitudes, our trials, and our faith. It challenges believers...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Jesus Effect , our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with the story of someone whose faith was not loud… but deeply faithful. This person was not known for public speeches, miracles, or recognition. Their story unfolded quietly — in moments of uncertainty, difficult decisions, and simple obedience to God. When unexpected news changed everything, they were fa...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus: The One Every Heart Needs Why do we need Jesus? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a heartfelt and gospel-centered message inspired by conversations and moments from this past week that revealed how deeply people are searching for peace, hope, purpose, and truth. Drawing inspiration from the lifelong message of evangelist Billy Graham, this episode exp...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Jesus Effect , our Who Am I in the Bible? series continues with a powerful story of faith, courage, and standing firm under pressure. In the early days of the church, God raised up someone who wasn’t known for position or power—but for faith. A life marked by wisdom, truth, and the presence of the Holy Spirit. But when truth was spoken boldly, opposition followed....

Send us Fan Mail The Peace That Guards Your Heart — Philippians 4:4–9 How do you experience peace when life feels uncertain? In this final episode of our Philippians series, we come to one of the most powerful and comforting promises in Scripture. The Apostle Paul reminds us that even in the middle of anxiety, worry, and the unknown… God offers a peace that goes beyond understanding. A peace that...