PocketNeif Podcast

Jesus, in his Sermon on the Mount, tells his followers that unless their righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees they cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.  I read those words recently and pondered these two questions:  1) What is the righteousness of the Pharisees? 2) How do I exceed it? In this episode, I note how Jesus answered both those questions immediately after warning those...

As my podcast info says, I'm an avid runner. Some would say I"m a bit crazy when it comes to this past time! I embrace that as a member of the Idiots Running Club - I'm Idiot #20! In this "Monday Music" episode, talk briefly about my running obsession and offer up "Idiots Running", a song I wrote about the IRC back in 2013. I present it for your listening pleasure. Idiots Running Club Facebook: ww...

For years I struggled to overcome a habit. I prayed and tried, but I couldn't get free. I finally found freedom when I learned how to pray and do one more important thing. Learn how God and a few trusted friends help me find freedom. I believe God wants freedom for you too! Listen and then follow God's direction! As promised, a link to the Celebrate Recovery ministry locator: https://locator.crgro...

God loves those who are afraid, who are struggling, who are not at peace. I offer Scripture and an original song (see lyrics below) to you in this episode, inviting you to choose peace in the midst of trouble. I Choose Verse 1: I choose peace when war rages ‘round me. I choose faith when no one else believes, God. I choose rest when my life is filled with chaos. I choose peace. I choose faith. I c...

Have you said stuff you regretted the moment it was out of your mouth? Oh, my, have I ever! Ever done dumb stuff you wish you hadn't? You know I have. Sometimes my mistakes have made my friends laugh. Sometimes they've hurt folks I love. In this episode of the PocketNeif podcast, my first ever, I invite you to hear Jesus' words on what you and I are to do when our words or actions damage relations...