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The L.I.F.E. podcast exists to inspire, challenge, motivate, and persuade those who may listen. In our world, we need truth. This podcast seeks to share their truth in love and grace. The discussions will address faith, family, life, truth, and relationships. Our hope is that Christ is exalted and seen as the only answer to the world's deepest issues. Let's talk about LIFE. Flow by LiQWYD | https://soundcloud.com/liqwyd/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commo ...
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You Have Ears, but Are You LISTENING?
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In this conversation, Dez and Zak discuss the dangers of an empty profession of faith and the importance of truly understanding and living out the gospel. They emphasize the need for attentive listening when the gospel is preached and the tendency for people to lose sight of the gospel or become complacent in their faith. They also explore the reas…
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In this episode, Dez discusses the importance of living a life aligned with God's truth in a crooked generation. He shares his thoughts on a podcast he recently discovered and talks about the dangers of a false understanding of salvation. Dez emphasizes the need for Christians to have a biblical foundation and to live in obedience to God's commandm…
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In this episode, Dez discusses the struggle of feeling disconnected from one's faith and offers encouragement to trust in God's Word. He emphasizes the importance of continually looking to Christ and not relying on oneself. Dez explores the concept of the sinful nature and the battle between the flesh and the Spirit. He highlights the role of the H…
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In this episode, we delve into the timeless virtue of patience as exemplified in the Bible and its profound relevance for the contemporary church. Drawing from biblical teachings, we explore the significance of patiently enduring trials and temptations, emphasizing the pivotal role of God's church as a beacon of hope and resilience in challenging t…
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In this episode, we explore the significance of testing one's faith within the Christian context. We delve into the idea that a faith that endures trials emerges stronger and more trustworthy. Remember, "A faith that can't tested, can't be trusted."By Dezmon Ouzts
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In today's discussion, we confront the fundamental truth about humanity: the sinfulness of the heart. Despite our best efforts to create an ideal environment, nurture a positive upbringing, or adhere to a moral code, we find ourselves consistently falling short. The root of our problem lies not in external factors but within our own hearts.…
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Kindness Has Never Harmed Anyone: Be Kind
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In this episode, we delve into the profound significance of kindness from a biblical worldview, exploring its necessity and far-reaching impacts on our mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being. Drawing from the timeless wisdom of the Bible, we uncover how kindness catalyzes transformation, not only within ourselves but also in our rela…
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What do you think God is trying to do in your life? What do you want to be known for? What do you want to be known as? In this episode, we will dive into these questions and hope to provide some answers from an eternal perspective. We pray you enjoy it!By Dez Ouzts
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Parenting and the Roles of CHRISTIAN School
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In this episode of the LIFE Podcast Show, we dive deep into the challenges faced by parents in America today. Join us as we explore the shifting dynamics of parenting and the evolving role of Christian schools in raising children. In recent years, parenting in the United States has become more complex. Many parents are grappling with the demands of…
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We'll be delving into the world of sports and the way people often idolize athletes, comparing it to the profound lessons we can learn from following Christ. Stick around; it's going to be an enlightening conversation."By Dez Ouzts
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once stated, "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." In our present culture, no issue is more pressing than human sexuality. More specifically, same-sex marriage and transgenderism have become the center of hea…
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A philosopher by the name of Viktor Frankl, once said, "When a person can't find a deep sense of meaning, they distract themselves with pleasure." That statement resonates deeply in our current culture. With the decline of communal and family values, morals and a deep sense of community has been eradicated from our society. Beyond that, Carl Truema…
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In this episode, Dez chats with his good friend Marco Sherman and discusses the dangers of following your heart. The central theme of this episode centers around a well-known axiom, "At the heart of every matter is a matter of the heart." Dez and Marco discuss the fallacy of the argument that following your heart is the best thing you could do, and…
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In this episode, Dez discusses the reality of a new form of cultural Christianity that emphasizes "coolness" rather than Christlikeness; one that trades holiness for fun and crosses for Christian T-Shirts. We discuss the realities of Christianity not being cool at all, but it being worth the cost of following Christ and living for His glory. Please…
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Too often, our native sons of America settle for pitiful mediocracy, flagrant self-centeredness, and delayed adolescents. In this episode, Dez details his outlook on the landscape of contemporary Christianity, and its utter neglect of modeling biblical masculinity to the next generation. But, the future is bright and God is raising up "Kingdom Men"…
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In the movie, “Bruce Almighty”, Jim Carey sings the lyrics to a song entitled, "What if God was one of us?" A snippet of the words says, “What if God was one of us, just a stranger on the bus, trying to make his way home.” In the Bible, it speaks about how God indeed did become one of us, and He is our Immanuel, “God with us”, He is our incarnated …
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In this episode, Dez and E discuss the recent outpouring of prayers, thoughts, and concerns for the NFL player Demar Hamlin. They discussed how natural it is for man to turn to God in times of suffering, uncertainty, and pain but neglect Him when things are going well. Finally, they discuss the brevity of life and how God can cause good to come out…
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What are you willing to sacrifice for someone you love? Like Bonnie and Clyde, are you a ride-or-die type of person? Adversity usually tests us in that regard and shows us who we are and what we stand for. In this episode, Dez talks about how faithfulness to God and His word usually leads to opposition. He discusses how standing for truth is swimmi…
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Is the goal of marriage to have a wedding or to stay married? How well should you know your spouse before you marry them? How do you avoid the unavoidable drama and conflict that comes with marrying the love of your life? In this episode, Dez, Dave, and E discuss marriage's conflicts, challenges, and difficulties. They discuss practical things one …
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Manhood: Divorce: "If I only knew what I know now"
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Have you ever looked back on your life and said, "If I only knew what I know now"? In this episode, as we continue to discuss the topic of divorce, we ponder thoughts about how things could have been different if we knew what we know now about God and ourselves. Lastly, we shared our thoughts on Pastor Tim Keller's book "The Meaning of Marriage" an…
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Manhood: Divorce: How we "fell" out of love.
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Divorce is always a challenging topic to discuss. Divorce can be overwhelming, from the grief, pain, embarrassment, and complexities of it all. In this episode, we sit down and discuss divorce's effects, ramifications, and destruction from a man's point of view. Dave and E candidly express the heartbreak, hopelessness, and confusion surrounding the…
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Manhood: Overcoming Fear w/Eric Talbert Sr.
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In this episode, Dez and Dave sit down with Eric Talbert about his book, "Fear Not." We discussed what inspired him to write the book, what feedback he received, and what he ultimately wanted to accomplish through publication. The discourse led to the question: How do we overcome fear with faith? Finally, we discuss why fearing can be such a krypto…
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In this episode, I bring along a dear friend who loves video games and all things media. He has his own startup production company and works in the world of computer science. We talk about the negative effects of gaming and how it has become an addiction to many young boys and men. We discuss how society has changed and played a pivotal role in the…
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Manhood: Finding Purpose or Purpose finding you!
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Should men seek to find their purpose, or should their purpose find them? Does a man go looking for an inheritance, or is it given? Should a man look for a blessing, or should a blessing be given to him? Dez and Dave tackle those questions in this episode and try to point the readers to the One who gives purpose. Please like this episode and leave …
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Marvin Gaye once asked the million dollar question in one of his transcendent songs, "What's going on?" Well, as Christian, that same question can be asked regarding our growth as followers of Christ. Why do we stop growing in our walk with Christ? Why do we become stagnant in our walk with God? In this episode, we talk and think through the implic…
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What is the measure of a man? Is it how much money he has and how many women he's been with? Is it how well he does in physical sports? In this episode, Dez and Dave discuss what it means to be a man biblically with the help of some older, wiser saints who have gone before them in the journey of biblical mahood. If you want to know what a real man …
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The Truth about Youth w/Jason Brown
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As we pick up another discussion about the youth of today, I asked one of my good friends to help me think through how we can seek to understand the obstacles young people have to face, how their challenges have changed over the years, and what hope can parents find when it comes to raising godly. loving and selfless children, especially teenagers.…
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Conflict is as natural to humanity as breathing. In this episode, Dez and Dave discussed the root causes and factors of conflict and how we can learn to resolve them w/ The Lord's help. Where does conflict come from? What do we do with it? Is conflict good? Does God use conflict to sharpen us and sanctify us? We hope you enjoy this episode and that…
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Selfishness, Sexuality, Identity, and Marriage
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In this episode, Dez and his new co-host and father, Dave Ouzts, talk about the thrills of life and work, the realities of young marriages, and how selfishness is often the root of the deterioration of relationships. They also speak about how often trials reveal our hearts while showing us who and what we are. They discuss how God uses all of that …
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Have you ever wondered what's happening with the youth in our culture? From violence to slander, porn to gaming, D.M.s to nude pics, there seems to be an endless cycle of destruction. Where can weary parents turn? How can we win back the youth? Is there any hope? In this episode of the L.I.F.E. Podcast, we turn to God's word for hope and truth. The…
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Have you ever wondered if God could restore your broken life? Have you ever thought, "I am too far gone for God to save me"? Well, in this episode, we talk with a dear friend, Mike Whittaker. I spoke with him about his story of reckless living to God's redemption. In this episode: 1. We speak about his rise and fall, 2. How the Lord humbled him 3. …
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Grief has a way of bringing clarity to our outlooks on life. Grief often causes us to ask ourselves questions that we never do in our normal day-to-day. It causes us to be more cognizant of what life is really about and how do we fit in it. Who you are grieving also plays a big role in our feelings and emotions. When grieving a loved one or friend,…
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https://anchor.fm/livingforeternity/episodes/Man-Talk-w-Uncle-Alonzo-e98tngBy Dez Ouzts
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