What Matters Most

Oh the irony of a podcast episode warning you of adding too much noise to your life. In modern times we never have to worry about being bored or being quiet but is that actually good?

In all your roles you should give your best. Not so you can earn something but rather because you have experienced something. That something is the grace and favor of Jesus Christ. Give your best as a form of worship to the God who gave His best for you.

Gratitude is not something we are naturally wired for. Quite the opposite actually. So, how do we avoid letting ingratitude take root in our hearts while developing a heart of gratitude? Psalm 118 has some thoughts for us.

Being a follower of Jesus demands that we help others follow Jesus. Being a disciple maker is not a high level of Christianity for a select few to participate in. No, discipleship is Christianity. The question is, who are you disciplining?

We are all sheep. The issue at hand is who is your shepherd? In today's episode we begin a 2 part conversation on discipleship and why it matters most. Hope you enjoy!

Ever found yourself standing in a place steeped in history that is demanded reverence? In this episode of What Matters Most, we spend a few minutes talking about ways we are to keep the gathering of the church sacred and holy rather than selfish and cheap.

Who likes to wait? No one. Ever . What if waiting was exactly was exactly what God intended for you to do? King David teaches us a lesson or two on how to wait even when taking matters into our own hands is an option.

Leadership is not contingent on a title. Regardless of where you find yourself in life, you have a responsibility to lead yourself. Not just for self improvement, although that a is beneficial, but rather for the glory of God and good of others. So what can we do to lead ourself better? Here are three things to consider.

Feeling overwhelmed by today’s chaotic world? Join us on  What Matters Most  as we explore how to live with courage and purpose, inspired by Esther’s bold stand and William Wilberforce’s fight against injustice. Discover how God has placed you in this moment “for such a time as this” to shine His light and make a difference. Feel free to message me at Ryan@wbcjax.com for any questions, thoughts, o...

What if the hardest, most difficult thing you are facing is exactly where God wants you to be? Redemptive suffering doesn't remove hardship or pain. Rather, it restores our hope and purpose.

Rebellion, Restoration, and Rest. What if our suffering was connected to one of these? All of these?

Over the next 3 episodes we will take a look at how we can navigate suffering by seeking its redemptive purpose. Here is part 1: reality of suffering.

Who Am I? Whether you realize it or not it is a question you are constantly wrestling with. What if I told you that there was no need to wrestle but rather you could find rest?

What Matters Most? It isn’t just the name of a podcast but a question we must answer if we are to live out our God glorifying purpose. The problem for us is we often lose sight of the real prize in life. Is it more $$? Better job? Bigger home? Approval of others? Or is it something more?