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Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt called to step into something far bigger than you feel prepared for? A responsibility you didn’t ask for… a role that feels overwhelming… a season where others are looking to you, and you quietly wonder, “God… why me?” In this episode of Who Am I in the Bible? , we explore the story of a man who spent years in the shadow of greatness — watching, learning, and wa...

Send us Fan Mail What does Jesus mean for your future — especially when it feels uncertain? In the final episode of this series, we pause to ask a question that quietly shapes every season of life. We’ve explored who Jesus is, what He means in hardship, and how He meets us in fear. Now we look ahead — not with anxiety, but with hope. This episode reminds us that the future isn’t found in timelines...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend - Love that Remains Valentine’s Day means different things to different people. For some, it’s flowers and celebration. For others, it carries memories, longing, or even quiet grief. In this special Jesus in Your Weekend episode of The Jesus Effect, we pause to remember that no matter what this day brings, there is a love that does not fade — the love of Jesu...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when God calls you out of the ordinary and into something greater? In this week’s episode of Who Am I in the Bible? , we explore the story of someone who wasn’t looking for a spotlight — someone faithfully living an ordinary life when God stepped in with an unexpected invitation. This mystery person didn’t rush the calling, didn’t cling to a backup plan, and didn’t se...

Send us Fan Mail Fear is something we all face — sometimes suddenly, sometimes quietly, and sometimes every day. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, we ask an honest and deeply personal question: Jesus — What Does He Mean When You’re Afraid? Fear can come from the unknown, the future, health concerns, family worries, or moments when life feels uncertain. But fear was never meant to lead our lives...

Send us Fan Mail This weekend, before the plans fill up and the pace picks up, pause for a moment and ask a deeper question: Jesus… are You going with me? In this Jesus in Your Weekend episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve reflects on one of the boldest prayers in Scripture — Moses’ request in Exodus 33:15 “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here.” Moses didn’t ask God for d...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when faith feels exhausted? In this episode of Who Am I in the Bible?, we reveal last week’s mystery person — Jonah — and reflect on a powerful truth: God’s grace often confronts our hearts before it comforts our circumstances. We also celebrate our faithful listeners Susan, Charlotte, Pat, and John, who listened closely and guessed correctly. Thank you for engaging d...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when someone chooses to put Jesus first — in a room where faith isn’t expected? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane reflects on a powerful moment from the Grammys, when Jelly Roll boldly confessed his faith in Jesus on one of the world’s biggest stages. That moment left the room both inspired and uncomfortable — and it reminds us why the name of Jesus st...

Send us Fan Mail Family is where love runs deep — and where pain often feels closest. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, we ask an honest and deeply personal question: What does Jesus mean in our families? For some, family brings joy and connection. For others, it brings tension, distance, or unresolved hurt. And for many, it’s a mix of both. In this episode, we explore how Jesus understands fam...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when God’s grace reaches people we think don’t deserve it? In this episode of Who Am I in the Bible?, we follow the story of someone who was clearly called by God—but ran the opposite direction. A storm followed. A desperate prayer was whispered from the lowest place. Mercy was given. Obedience came… and yet the real struggle was still ahead. This is a story about sec...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus — What Does He Mean When You’re Hurting? Pain changes the questions we ask. When life hurts, we’re not looking for quick answers — we’re looking for presence. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, we ask an honest and deeply personal question: Jesus — what does He mean to me when I’m hurting? Through Scripture and reflection, we explore how Jesus meets us not after the pain i...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when failure becomes the moment people remember you most? In this episode of Who Am I in the Bible? We explore the story of someone who began with passion and promise… but walked away when the journey became difficult. A decision made in weakness followed him. Trust was questioned. Relationships were strained. And yet — his story didn’t end with failure. Through Scrip...

Send us Fan Mail We often talk about Jesus — but have we ever paused to ask what He truly means to us personally? In this opening episode of The Jesus Effect, we begin with a simple but life-shaping question: Jesus — what does He mean to you? Jesus was never afraid of questions. In fact, He often used them to invite people into deeper relationship — not quick answers. In this episode, we explore:...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend — Desperate I was listening to the song Desperate by Jamie McDonald, and that one word stopped me in my tracks. Because most of us don’t like to admit when we’re desperate. In this short Jesus in Your Weekend episode, we reflect on how desperation is not something to hide from God — it’s often the place where Jesus meets us most clearly. You don’t need perfec...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Who Am I in the Bible?, we’re introduced to another hidden figure from Scripture whose story reminds us that faith doesn’t always announce itself loudly. This mystery character lived out their faith through action, generosity, and hospitality, showing us that obedience often begins with an open heart and a willing spirit. Rather than stepping into the spotlight,...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to give your life to Christ? In this powerful and grace-filled episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane walks through the heart of the gospel — not as religion, rules, or pressure, but as a loving invitation into a real relationship with Jesus. You’ll hear: • What giving your life to Christ truly means • Why salvation is about surrender, not perfection •...

Send us Fan Mail Faith doesn’t always begin with confidence. In this week’s Who Am I in the Bible? episode, we meet a mystery person whose journey reminds us that calling often comes before courage — and growth happens while we’re still learning to trust God one step at a time. This individual didn’t start out as a bold leader. Instead, faith was shaped quietly through relationships, example, and...

Send us Fan Mail As we step into a brand-new year, the choices we make — both small and significant — shape the direction of our lives. In this New Year episode of The Jesus Effect, we explore a powerful illustration often called “The Tale of Two Wolves” and uncover the biblical truth behind it. Scripture reminds us that while our old way of life has been defeated at the cross, the desires of the...

Send us Fan Mail A new year often brings pressure to have everything figured out — new goals, new plans, and new expectations. But following Jesus has never required us to see the whole road ahead. In this Jesus in Your Weekend episode, we’re reminded that faithfulness is found in daily trust — choosing to walk with Jesus one step at a time. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by quiet reflection, this...

Send us Fan Mail As a new year begins, we’re reminded that faith isn’t only revealed in moments of freedom and celebration — it’s often shaped in seasons of hardship and uncertainty. In this week’s Who Am I in the Bible? episode, we continue our mystery character series with someone whose faith was tested in confinement, whose worship rose in the darkness, and whose obedience opened doors no one c...

Send us Fan Mail In the quiet days between Christmas and the New Year, many of us pause to reflect on the year behind us — the good days, the hard days, and everything in between. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a simple but powerful moment that became a reminder of God’s faithfulness. Through a thoughtful Christmas gift and a quiet reflection, we’re invited to see how Jes...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas may come and go, the decorations come down, and the celebrations fade — but Jesus remains. In this Jesus in Your Weekend devotional, we pause after the celebration to reflect on the greatest truth of all: Jesus is not a seasonal gift — He is a lasting presence. When the excitement quiets and life returns to the ordinary, Jesus continues to walk with us… offering peace be...

Send us Fan Mail The Jesus Effect — Advent Week 5: The Christ Candle | Jesus, Light of the World On this special Christmas Eve episode of The Jesus Effect , we come to the center of the Advent story — the lighting of the Christ Candle . After weeks of reflecting on Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love , we now celebrate the fulfillment of God’s promise: Jesus has come — the Light of the World . In this epis...

Send us Fan Mail As we enter the fourth and final week of Advent, we arrive at the very heart of Christmas — Love. Not love spoken from a distance. Not love promised for another day. But love made visible in Jesus. In this Week 4 Advent episode of The Jesus Effect, we reflect on the Candle of Love — the Angel’s Candle — and the powerful truth that God’s love didn’t remain an idea or a feeling. It...

Send us Fan Mail Jesus in Your Weekend - Love That Holds You Together A Short Advent Devotional — The Candle of Love also known as the Angel's Candle. As we enter the fourth week of Advent, we light the Candle of Love, a reminder that God’s love is not fragile, conditional, or fleeting. In this short devotional, we reflect on the love of Jesus — the love that remains steady when our strength...