Coping with Anxiety, Stress and Depression
Applied Christianity
In Episode 16, host Gary Morris discusses an alarming trend. More and more young adults are struggling when it comes to coping with anxiety, stress and depression. What's causing this increase? Is it possible we've become less focused on Christ and more reliant on pharmaceutical solutions? How can our relationships impact our moods and resiliency? In this brief episode, Gary will offer some advice that may help. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's free. This way you'll receive a...
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How to Choose a Place to Worship
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Episode 15: In today's episode, host Gary Morris offers advice on how to choose a place to worship. Your choice will play a key role in your growth in Christ. There's been a longstanding misunderstanding. The church isn't the building, itself. It's the community of people who are focusing on faith and applying their Christianity on a daily basis. Gary will contrast this true meaning with many of the misconceptions and issues causing confusion in our society. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's...
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Proper Respect for the Lord's Supper
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In Episode 14, host Gary Morris explores how people treat the Lord's Supper when they are in church. Why do some people fail to recognize the significance of what it represents? Do we approach this moment with the proper mindset? Then, there's the question of frequency. How often should we partake in this sharing of the bread and wine? Let's see how the Bible instructs us in various chapters and verses. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's free. This way you'll received a notification when the next episode...
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Thinking Like a Christian
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In Episode 13, host Gary Morris discusses the topic of Thinking Like a Christian. It seems the world encourages us to act or react "in the moment." Would it be better if we sought God's guidance first? It sometimes difficult to see how making small improper decisions, over time, can lead us very far from our intended destination. Thinking like a Christian can help us to redirect not only our actions and decisions, but how we approach our walk in faith. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's free. This way you'll received a...
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Why Do Christians Neglect the Importance of Fasting?
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Today, host Gary Morris explores the biblical concept of fasting. Even Jesus fasted and spoke about the practice with others. So, why are churches and society neglecting the importance of fasting? Fasting is a practice that can help you to clarify the choice you should make, when facing an important decision. Fasting shows your willingness to offer it up to God as a way of demonstrating your trust in and love for Him. But in today's society people often focus on receiving, rather than giving. Gary will point out multiple bible verses related to the practice...
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The Importance of Repentance
Applied Christianity
In today's episode, host Gary Morris discusses the importance of repentance. While it's mentioned over and over in the Bible, many churches seem to be watering down the message about repentance. Gary points out that repentance was Jesus' first and last message to us. This topic is key to helping us to apply Christianity in our daily lives. It's not just something to think about on Sundays. Living our faith is important. To do so properly, we must strive to ask forgiveness for our sins, but then, to actively repent. Our next episode will launch in 2...
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Understanding the Holy Spirit Part 2
Applied Christianity
In this episode, Gary Morris continues his discussion about Understanding the Holy Spirit. He explains specific traits of the Holy Spirit, present in our lives, to help us to become more like Christ. Gary is the host of the Applied Christianity Podcast. Typical episodes are interviews with guests, but from time to time, Gary will present discussions on important topics Christianity and how we can live our faith. Part 1 of this discussion was published in January. Click here to listen to that segment of the discussion:...
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The Foundational Sin of Pride
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In Episode 9, host Garry Morris speaks with Evan about how they both cope with and overcome the foundational sin of pride. The devil uses pride in so many ways to deceive us. Gary and Evan discuss how they are working to overcome pride in their own lives. Being willing to look inward is an important step on overcoming this foundational sin. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's free. This way you'll receive a notification when the next epsiode is available.
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Understanding the Holy Spirit Part 1
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This is Part 1 of a 2 part series in which Gary Morris discusses the Holy Spirit and how we can become more aware of its presence in our lives. What is the Holy Spirit? How can the Holy Spirity help me in my daily life? Why should I learn more about this topic? Gary is the host of the Applied Christianity Podcast. Typical episodes are interviews with other guests, but from time to time, Gary will present discussions on important topics related to Christianity and our living our faith. Part 2 of this discussion will be published in February.
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Finding Strength in the Word of God
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In Episode 7, host Gary Morris speaks with his guest, Lauren. They talk about her focus on reading scripture and christian music to deal with day-to-day challenges. Then, the discussion focuses on how the bible can help people cope with anxiety and depression. Faith and gratitude can lift your spirit and your outlook. Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click the Subscribe button. It's Free. That way you'll receive a notification when the next episode is available.
info_outlineIn Episode 2, host Gary Morris talks with Sabrina, a young adult who discusses how she overcame an eating disorder. They talk about how Sabrina is has learned to trust Jesus and to rely on her faith for reasurance and hope. She wants to be an example for people she encounters and who are having similar struggles.
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