The Bear Mills Podcast

Positive Christian messages from God's Word and life experiences by author and inspirational speaker Bear Mills.

Strength to Endure the Hardest of Times 12/18/2025

Strength to Endure the Hardest of Times During seasons of suffering, sadness, or setbacks, it's important we learn to lean on God like never before. Today we see what Scripture teaches about dealing with lifes difficulties. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/39455335

Empowering Hope: A Teaching People Don't want to Hear 12/09/2025

Empowering Hope: A Teaching People Don't want to Hear Today we confront a truth many people would just as soon ignore. But we also see why so few people are experiencing real, godly hope and being victimized by despair, defeat, and doubt. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/39334070

Two Very Different Kinds of Guides 11/25/2025

Two Very Different Kinds of Guides When you're trying to figure something out and need help, how do you determine who to follow and who to stay away from? Today we're looking at two people who both wanted to lead others to Jesus. One was a man to follow. The other was pure trouble. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/39162415

The Infuriating Puzzle 11/20/2025

The Infuriating Puzzle Is the Bible truthful and reliable? Can we stake our lives on the claims of the Word of God? Or is it just an infuriating puzzle that will never make sense? And how do we know Jesus wasn't simply a good, wise teacher? Join us as we address these questions. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/39106190

Learning to Live In Godly JOY 11/10/2025

Learning to Live In Godly JOY The chaos and anxiety of the world constantly threaten to steal our joy. Today we examine exactly how to keep our joy, even amidst turbulent times. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38925525

Good to the Last Drop! 11/04/2025

Good to the Last Drop! A commercial from by-gone days promised that a particular coffee was always "good to the last drop." Today we're learning how to make sure our lives are also good to the last drop, regardless of how much or little time is still left in the cup. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38903785

Would You Buy Jesus A Sandwich? 10/27/2025

Would You Buy Jesus A Sandwich? What if there were an opportunity to buy Jesus a sandwich today? It turns out, this is more than a theoretical question. Your opportunity to buy Jesus a sandwich may be closer than you think. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38765245

An Abandoned Child Found By God 10/16/2025

An Abandoned Child Found By God Philip had everything working against him; family dysfunction, war, famine, and disease. But God miraculously showed up time and again. Now, Philip's story is being shared with the world. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38602005

A Stupid Attack of Epic Proportions 10/09/2025

A Stupid Attack of Epic Proportions The Bible doesn't shy away from stories of otherwise godly people who blew it in a big way. God wants us to learn from their failures along with their successes. Today we look at an epic fail from the life of King Hezekiah. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38521580

God's Plan For Your Marriage 10/01/2025

God's Plan For Your Marriage God wants your marriage to be incredible! Today we examine 10 keys to unlocking a great marriage that stands the test of time and the trials of life. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38420405

The GO in the Gospel 09/17/2025

The GO in the Gospel Ever wondered why there's so much emphasis in Christianity on going and telling others about Christ? Today we examine the GO in the Gospel. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38248120

How Can I Know My Life Really Matters? 09/10/2025

How Can I Know My Life Really Matters? Two reasons to be excited about this week's episode: 1. New intro/outro music from Andy Coward! 2. Step-by-step ways to know your life has significance and matters to God and others. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38153120

Clark Gable, Harrison Ford, and You 09/03/2025

Clark Gable, Harrison Ford, and You Today we're looking at the screenplay of our lives and where Jesus fits in the script. Philippians 2:9-11 says God has put the name of Jesus above every other name, but are we following suit, or have we limited him to just a few cameo appearances? /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/38068335

The Man Who Taught Me Forgiveness 08/27/2025

The Man Who Taught Me Forgiveness Randy Gallaway was the most forgiving person I've ever met, which is incredible when you learn all the terrible things that happened to him. His example points to how God wants to use us to change the world. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37974590

The Secret Sauce of a Successful Life 08/20/2025

The Secret Sauce of a Successful Life Ever felt like something was missing when it comes to experiencing God's best? Today we reveal the "secret sauce" for right living from God's Word. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37886505

The Source of Our Confidence 08/12/2025

The Source of Our Confidence How can we remain confident in the face of overwhelming odds? Today we look at the life of King Hezekiah, who teaches us what faith in God should look like, even amid dire circumstances. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37754670

Words for World Changers 08/06/2025

Words for World Changers Today we're examining a series of questions that will determine the degree to which we experience God's best for our lives. If you want to daily walk in God's blessings, these are the questions for you! /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37698560

Not So Young Anymore 07/30/2025

Not So Young Anymore As we get older, it's tempting to believe our best days are behind us. But God has a special message for you today about living your best life, even into advanced years. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37604945

Lessons in Learning to Listen 07/22/2025

Lessons in Learning to Listen Several recent interactions reminded us that listening and responding appropriately are not always automatic in our disconnected lives. Here are the keys to better listening and responding... /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37505590

Life Is A Highway 07/17/2025

Life Is A Highway Rock and country songs have proclaimed, "Life is a highway/I want to ride it all night long." During the journey it makes sense to ask, "Am I closer my destination today than I was yesterday, last week, or last year? And how can we fix things if we've gotten off track?" /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37437465

Overcoming Life's Most Difficult Foes 07/08/2025

Overcoming Life's Most Difficult Foes Are there battles in life that you've lost so many times, you're ready to give up or give in? Today, we look at an open secret for experiencing unprecendented levels of victory, even against the greatest obstacles. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37335590

Living Dangerously in the Hands of God 06/26/2025

Living Dangerously in the Hands of God Putting DANGER in the title of a book, TV show, or movie is a great way to draw in eyeballs. But almost no-one has danger on their to-do list. Most of us actively avoid dangerous situations. So what's the fascination with danger? And what does the Bible teach about danger as it applies to God's people? /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/37156475

What Name is on Your Belt? 06/16/2025

What Name is on Your Belt? Roman soldiers often had their names or slogans stamped on the belt holding their armor in place and their sword at the ready. The Bible refers to truth as a belt. Let's examine this idea in depth and see what God has for us. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36997065

When Life Appears Utterly Hopeless 06/09/2025

When Life Appears Utterly Hopeless If you're struggling to reconnect with hope, or know someone who is, this episode is for you! A special message from Ezekiel 37. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36801695

Prelude to Revival! 06/02/2025

Prelude to Revival! A report from eastern Uganda on the incredible things God is doing and how Christians from different countries and denomiantions are cooperating to build the Kingdom and transform lives for Jesus Christ. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36801375

What Happens AFTER We Pray? 05/27/2025

What Happens AFTER We Pray? Have you ever wondered what happens AFTER you say amen? Today we look at what happens before, during, and after our prayers according to the Word of God. What we discover may surprise you. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36736535

When God Says To Go Barefoot 05/23/2025

When God Says To Go Barefoot Moshe was a shepherd from a place very few people had ever heard of or cared to visit. But his obedience to God made a tectonic difference down through history. It's the story of a hero of hope. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36685005

Sitting With The Rabbi 05/14/2025

Sitting With The Rabbi In our hurry-up world, we've come to equate sitting with a lack of productivity. But the greatest rabbi of all time is inviting you to sit with Him and learn some important lessons. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36566840

Time to Get R.E.A.L. 05/06/2025

Time to Get R.E.A.L. What does it mean to be a real, authentic person of hope? Today, we break down the letters R.E.A.L. and discuss what it looks like to live out godly hope on a daily basis. /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36459090

Hope That Transforms Culture 04/30/2025

Hope That Transforms Culture Colossians 3:19. "Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them." What happens when a culture says it's okay to abuse a woman, yet the Bible teaches something completely different? Who will stand up for God's best for marriages? /episode/index/show/bearmillsauthor/id/36376255

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