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...
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How to Choose a Place to Worship
Applied Christianity
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
Applied Christianity
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
Applied Christianity
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?
Applied Christianity
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...
info_outlineIn 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 received a notification when the next episode is available.
Listen to some previous episodes:
- Christianity Is an Active Religion
- Salvation Are We Doing the Work?
- Coping with Anxiety, Stress and Depression
- Thinking Like a Christian
- Why Do Christians Neglect the Practice of Fasting?