Why True Forgiveness Requires Repentance
Applied Christianity
Episode 25: In this episode, host Gary Morris unpacks the connection between forgiveness and repentance. Repentance must come before forgiveness. When repentance in removed, so it the necessity for change. It’s slowly eroding the foundation of our Christian community. 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 is available. 👉 Listen to some previous episodes: Escaping Chaos and Returning to God’s Divine Order ...
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Escaping Chaos and Returning to God's Divine Order
Applied Christianity
Episode 24: In today's episode, host Gary Morris dives into the question, “Why do we as Christians make decisions that make our lives so much more difficult?” The fact is, in today’s world, we’re surrounded by chaos. But remember, our God is a God of order. It’s right there in Genesis. Gary explains how can we turn back to His design for our lives and our world. 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 is available. 👉 Listen to...
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Is Baptism Required for Salvation?
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Episode 23: In today's episode, host Gary Morris addresses a challenging question, “Is Baptism Required for Salvation?” He begins by reminding us that salvation belongs to Jesus. The decision of who makes into heaven is His decision, not ours. Nonetheless, we are called to listen, believe and obey the instructions He left for us. In the Great Commission given to the apostles after Jesus rose from the dead, He said, “…whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.” Belief comes before baptism. Salvation is the promise. After Pentecost, when the Jews...
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Where Is the Proper Place to Worship?
Applied Christianity
Episode 22: In today's episode, host Gary Morris asks an important question. Many Christians miss the mark, when they try to answer it. However, Christ gave us the answer. Actually, it make sense when we stop and listen. Prayer and worship is an essential part of every Christian's journey. It's so easy to lose sight of the actual reason for prayer when we get mixed up by modern opinions on what people think matters most. As always, it's in scripture that we find clarity, peace, forgiveness and renewal. Our next episode will launch in 2...
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Are You Feeling Stuck in Your Spiritual Journey?
Applied Christianity
Episode 21: In today's episode, host Gary Morris addresses a sensitive topic. Is what we are being taught by our church leaders helping you to move forward in or is it leaving us with a feeling of being stuck in your spiritual journey? It's not uncommon for people to attempt to side-step important issues, in an effort to avoid discomfort or confrontation. But is that really what we need as Christians? Hebrews 12 reminds us that the Lord disciplines the one He loves. That healthy instruction is rooted in love, not the need to control. When we as the church refuse...
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How Should We Talk About Sin?
Applied Christianity
In Episode 20, host Gary Morris describes a recent encounter involving other Christians suggesting he shouldn't continue his podcast, because he too is a sinner. But isn't that the essence of what we, as Christians should be doing? In fact, we should be talking about our sins and helping others to overcome their own. Encouragement is a way by which we help others to keep striving to break free from sin and to live the life Christ has called us to live. 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...
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Christianity Is an Active Religion
Applied Christianity
In Episode 19 of the Applied Christianity Podcast, host Gary Morris explores the nature of our active faith. Jesus was not a bystander. He took action to help people and, ultimately, to save the world. As Christians, we are called to follow his example. 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 is available. Listen to some previous episodes: Salvation Are We Doing the Work? Coping with Anxiety, Stress and Depression Thinking Like a Christian ...
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Are We Placing Tradition above His Teaching?
Applied Christianity
Episode 18: Host Gary Morris asks if we are placing tradition above His teaching? As individuals, we often tend to emphasize a certain denomination, a bible translation or even a favorite pastor. But is this what Jesus taught us? Is this what he said was most important? Let's listen to Gary as he reminds us of our personal relationship with Christ and why that's what we should ultimately be more focused on developing. 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 is...
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Salvation - Are We Doing the Work?
Applied Christianity
Episode 17: Society looks for the easiest path toward a desired outcome. Unfortunately, that tendency can lead us astray. This is especially important when it comes to salvation. Host Gary Morris discusses how a key part of scripture is often either overlooked, ignored or hidden. The result is an easy path, but one that may not lead to our intended destination. Join Gary for a brief talk that should motivate each of us to ask, "Are we doing the work?" Our next episode will launch in 2 weeks! Be sure to click on the Subscribe and Follow buttons. It's...
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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...
info_outlineIn Episode 6, host Gary Morris speaks with his guest, Luke. They talk about Luke's decision to join the ministry. Then, the discussion focuses on being mindful of how we welcome new Christians into the church.
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