Best Wayne Stiles Podcasts (2024)

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#265 - Secrets of an Inspiring Life 50:18

2d ago50:18

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Think of someone you know who inspires you. Got them in mind? Now think of why they do. If you're like me, we get inspired by someone's character more than their accomplishments. You know what? We can be inspiring people too. In this episode of Live the Bible, we start a brand new series on the book of Titus. Paul's letter to Titus opens in chapter…

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Willie Mays: For the Love of the Game_In Memoriam 26:20

4h ago26:20

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We invite you to honor and celebrate the great Willie Mays, who died this week at the age of 93, by taking a listen to the stories he told about his life on this episode. It was one of the first episodes of "What It Takes," and it remains one of our all-time favorites: Baseball fans may argue to this day about which was the best of Willie Mays’ man…

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How to Handle Hardship – Acts 14:19-23

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Life is filled with many challenges. The question is, “How do we handle them?” That’s where the life experience and the wise words of Paul in Acts 14:19-23 give us direction on navigating choppy waters. Steve McCoy speaks on “How to Handle Hardships.” McCoy 061624 Print Out 2024 06 16 Acts 14 19-23 Hardship…

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#264 - Memory Triggers Bring the Bible into Your Crazy Life 53:34

9d ago53:34

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How can you keep your mind focused on God? A tough task! The culture around us serves as a serious distraction, and it's too easy forget God in our day-to-day lives. But the Lord gave us help. In this episode of Live the Bible, we're learning from Acts 18 a simple habit to keep our minds focused on truth instead every day. Support the Show.…

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Great Missionary Training – Acts 14:1-18

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Dr. Luke, the author of Acts, gives us a thumbnail sketch of the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas as found in Acts 13-14. In this lesson, Steve McCoy focuses in on 14:1-18 where we learn key truths on how to be effective witnesses for our Lord Jesus Christ in a challenging cultural context. PowerPoint Slides-06092024…

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#263 - Following God’s Plan through Closed Doors and Open Hearts 59:46

16d ago59:46

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Trying to open a locked door stops you cold. When we're following God, sometimes those locked doors bounce us in a brand new direction we never considered. In this episode of Live the Bible, we're learning from the apostle Paul in Acts 16 how God uses closed doors to redirect us into where God wants us to go. Support the Show.…

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The Practice of Truth in Testing/Trials – James 1:19–2:26 48:10

16d ago48:10

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Stephen Kim teaches from James 1 and 2 on the subject: The Practice of Truth in Testing/Trials, from his series — “James: The Epistle of True (Living) Faith.” PowerPoint-Slides-06022024By Stephen Kim

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#262 - Life on Earth 2.0 – What You Need to Know about God’s Kingdom 58:28

26d ago58:28

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What does the Bible say about the Kingdom of God? Ask five people this question, and you'll get six different answers. In this episode of Live the Bible, we're discovering why it's so important to read the Bible—and how to do so—with a filter to see the Kingdom of God throughout Scripture. You'll get perseverance, passion, hope, and a deeper unders…

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The Perspective of Faith in Testing/Trials – James 1:1-18 45:19

24d ago45:19

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Stephen Kim teaches from James 1 and 2 on the subject: Trials in the Lives of Believers and their Redeeming Value, from his series — “James: The Epistle of True (Living) Faith.” PowerPoint Slides 05:26:2024By Stephen Kim

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#261 - What the Lord Looks for in Our Lives 54:43

1M ago54:43

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"Faith without works is dead." Okay... but what does that mean exactly? The book of James helps us make sense of this tough statement. This episode of Live the Bible addresses three final questions from our five-part Q&A series—all about how we can apply God's Word in our lives. Support the Show.By Wayne Stiles

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Good, better (better watch out)….best – Hebrews 9 & 10 54:31

1M ago54:31

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Bob will be taking us through Hebrews 9 and 10. God shows us we have a “better tabernacle” and a “better sacrifice” and the BEST is yet to come, BUT beware!By Bob Campanella

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#260 - Angels, Prodigals, Women, and the Holy Spirit (Q&A Part 4) 48:23

1M ago48:23

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Do we have guardian angels? Will we have jobs in Heaven? And are there multiple cities in Heaven? In this special Q&A episode of Live the Bible, we address topics ranging from angels and prodigals to women and the Holy Spirit. These questions may spur others, but I hope they give you comfort and confidence that the Lord knows all and we can glean i…

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Good, Better…Best! – Hebrews 7 and 8 54:16

1M ago54:16

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Bob takes us through Hebrews Chapters 7 and 8 to show we have a “better high priest” and a “better covenant”. But the BEST is still to come!By Bob Campanella

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#259 - Fish, Family, Foot-Washing, Prophecy, and our Woke World (Q&A Part 3) 55:02

2M ago55:02

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As Christians, how do we address this woke generation about sensitive social issues? This is one of the many important questions we discuss in this special Q&A episode of Live the Bible. We're discussing what the Bible urges us to do when bringing the gospel to our world. We'll also address issues like prophecy and even foot-washing. Don't miss it!…

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The Believer’s Walk as Royalty – Our Escutcheon, Our Code of Conduct – Ephesians 4:1-6 and Romans 13 (Part 2) 48:27

2M ago48:27

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The moment an individual believes in Christ, he immediately becomes part of the royal family of God. We have a coat-of-arms as our insignia of royalty and we are introduced to and learn our proper code of conduct. How we measure up to our position in Christ becomes our story, our history for the remainder of our lives.…

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#258 - A Tomb with a View Towards You 50:23

2M ago50:23

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One event, more than any other, reminds us that personal failure does not remove us from God's plan. In fact, this event shows us that the success of God's plan does not depend on our performance. In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 15–16 and the essence of what makes Christianity true. Remove this, and we’re just another naive relig…

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The Believer’s Walk as Royalty – Our Escutcheon, Our Code of Conduct – Part 1 – Ephesians 4:1-6 41:33

2M ago41:33

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The moment an individual believes in Christ, he immediately becomes part of the royal family of God. We have a coat-of-arms as our insignia of royalty and we are introduced to and learn our proper code of conduct. How we measure up to our position in Christ becomes our story, our history for the remainder of our lives.…

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#257 - Living Well to the Very End 50:44

2M ago50:44

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How can we live our lives well to the end? Especially when we have been rejected or even betrayed? How did Jesus do it? God's Word shows us how as well. In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 15 and Jesus’ example of living well to the end. Jesus committed Himself to the Father—even when following His leading was hard. We can do the sam…

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Season Two of the Bible Drama Series, New Testament – 1 Peter 54:35

2M ago54:35

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Darryl Dike characterizes the Bible and the books of the Bible as episodes in a crime-drama series with two seasons. The second season, the New Testament, centers around the main character, the Creator’s Son, who miraculously shares the role of creator.By Darryl Dike

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#256 - What to Do When You Remember Your Failure 52:14

2M ago52:14

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At times, we remember our failures. Something triggers a memory—and wham! We have a flashback of a failure we did years ago. Now what? In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Peter's failure in Mark 14, and Jesus' reminder that our memories don’t have to haunt us. Instead they can become a memory of something far, far better. This is an episo…

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More on Season One of the Bible Drama Series, Old Testament – 1 Peter 48:16

2M ago48:16

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Darryl Dike delivers a second lesson, further characterizing the Bible and the books of the Bible as episodes in a crime-drama series with two seasons. The first season, the Old Testament, centers around the main character, the creator.By Darryl Dike

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#255 - When Your Want-To is Willing, But Your Can-Do Is Weak, Part 2 51:50

3M ago51:50

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How can we be faithful to God when we’re not strong enough to do it? This episode of Live the Bible is where the rubber meets the road in our Christian lives. Jesus takes us to Gethsemane in Mark 14, and He models how to rely on God for strength in moments of vulnerability. The peace we long for in life lies on the other side of one decision we can…

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Season One of the Bible Drama Series, Old Testament – 1 Peter 50:04

2M ago50:04

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Darryl Dike characterizes the Bible and the books of the Bible as episodes in a drama series with two seasons. The first season, the Old Testament, centers around the main character, the creator.By Darryl Dike

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#254 - When Your Want-To Is Willing, But Your Can-Do is Weak, Part 1 44:26

3M ago44:26

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We want to be faithful and follow God, but there's one problem. We’re not strong enough to do it. In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 14 where Jesus reminds us we have a traitor we have to watch out for. This intensely practical two-part episode shows us Jesus’ example of what to do when our want-to is willing but our can-do is weak.…

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#253 - She Did What She Could - And So Can You 48:38

3M ago48:38

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Jesus held up a special woman as an example to follow. In fact, more Scripture is devoted to her than to ten of the twelve disciples! In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 14 and meet a disciple of Jesus who didn't write any scripture, didn't preach any messages, wasn't one of the twelve disciples, and she never performed any miracles.…

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Being Positioned to Be More Active Partners in Christ – Colossians 1:9-14 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Mike Balbier teaches about finding encouragement in the prayer for more transformative power. SS_Lesson_4_Presentation_Mike_BalbierBy Mike Balbier

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#252 - How to Stay Alert Until the End 52:30

3M ago52:30

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What’s next in biblical prophecy? In this episode of Live the Bible, we get a peek at the end of the story from Jesus’ own lips in Mark 13. The Lord not only tells us what’s coming next in biblical prophecy, but He tells us what to do until then. By the way, there’s nothing like learning biblical prophecy while looking at the places where it will o…

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Being Positioned and Active Partners in Christ – Colossians 1:1-8 51:38

3M ago51:38

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Mike Balbier teaches about finding encouragement in the deep gratitude for the gospel's remarkable power to transform.By Mike Balbier

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#251 - The Single, Most Important Thing in Life 40:55

3M ago40:55

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If someone asked Jesus what the most important thing in life is, wouldn't it be great to know to know His answer? They did, in fact—and His answer was crystal clear. In this episode of Live the Bible, we will hear Jesus' words from Mark chapter 12. His refreshing answer is a great way for us to hit reset on our lives and our priorities—and get clar…

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Unity at the Heart – Psalm 133 (and others) 56:44

3M ago56:44

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Brian Leicht teaches from Psalm 133 and many passages that unity is the greatest gift of God, at the heart of the church, the future kingdom, the believer’s God-given identity, and the very nature of God.Marathon-Unity at the Heart-BLBy Brian Leicht

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#250 - What You've Been Waiting For 50:18

4M ago50:18

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You will likely be misunderstood, misquoted, labeled a misfit, and shunned by others—just like Jesus. How will you deal with it? In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 11–12 and see Jesus as our model of how we can have a mindset that pushes through the fog when other people treat us unjustly. God sees it all. One day, all we’ve been wa…

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Assurance Found in Eternity Future – Various passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Matthew & 1 Corinthians 53:20

4M ago53:20

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Anticipating God’s eternal Kingdom and His plans for the new creation.Lesson Handout: Mike Balbier Lesson Notes Week 2By Mike Balbier

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#249 - Jesus Wants 3 Kinds of Fruit in Your Life 48:43

4M ago48:43

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Jesus is looking for fruit. I don't mean apples and oranges—but fruit in our lives. In fact, He wants to find three kinds of fruit in your life. In this episode of Live the Bible, we look at Mark 11 see the Triumphal Entry of Jesus as He begins the Passion Week. As Christians, bearing fruit for God is essential. Thankfully, Jesus shows us how. Supp…

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Security Shaped in Eternity Past – Genesis 21:33; Romans 8:28-30; Psalm 90:2; Ezekiel 28:12-19 54:51

4M ago54:51

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Dr. Mike Balbier teaches about reflecting on God’s eternal kingdom and His plans for the temporal world.Mike Balbier Lesson Notes Week 1By Mike Balbier

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#248 - What Do You Want From God? 46:09

4M ago46:09

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If Jesus were to ask you what you’d like Him to do for you, how would you answer What an opportunity! Actually, Jesus did ask that question twice—and got two totally different responses. In this episode of Live the Bible, we’ll learn from Mark 10 which response Jesus applauded. What exactly should we want from God? The answer is challenging—and so …

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Are You in Trouble? – Isaiah 43:1-2 41:50

4M ago41:50

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Steve McCoy teaches about how to go through troubled times (Isaiah 43:1-2)--"Are You in Trouble?" He highlights three key time-tested truths that need to be lived out with each new challenge life throws at us.VisualsBy Steve McCoy

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#247 - God's Surprising Requirement for Eternal Life 48:18

4M ago48:18

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Have you ever heard someone answer a question before they answer the question Jesus was a Master at that. “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Christ’s answer to that question may surprise you! It shocked His disciples. In this episode of Live the Bible from Mark chapter 10, we look at what Jesus says about the surprising requirement for etern…

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Jeff Koons: Contemporary Art Phenomenon 44:52

4M ago44:52

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Jeff Koons is one of the most successful artists of our time. For 40+ years, his iconic works have brought a sense of playfulness to museums worldwide, and sometimes a bit of controversy as well. His iconic pop art sculptures include a giant pink rabbit that looks so remarkably like a shiny mylar inflatable, it's hard to believe it is made of metal…

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Going from One Spiritual Leader to Another – 2 Kings 2:1-18 45:41

4M ago45:41

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Steve McCoy teaches us that spiritual transitions are often challenging for God's people. We'll look at principles for adapting to new spiritual leadership from the story of when Elisha took over the ministry of Elijah.By Steve McCoy

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Fan or Follower? – Miscellaneous passages in the gospels and 1 Peter 49:32

5M ago49:32

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Bob Campanella takes us through the gospels showing us a number of "fans of Jesus", but not true followers. He then takes us back to the apostle, Peter, how he changed through the power of the Holy Spirit demonstrating in 1 Peter the characteristics of a true follower of Christ.By Bob Campanella

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#246 - What God Says about Marriage 51:10

5M ago51:10

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Ask 10 different people on the street (or in the church) what God’s view on marriage is, we’ll likely get 11 different answers. Thankfully, the Word of God gives us an anchor that keeps us from groping in a sea of opinions. In this episode of Live the Bible, Jesus tells us in Mark 10:1–12 what God says about marriage and divorce. Once we know what …

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#245 - How to Break Your Generational Curse 47:48

5M ago47:48

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This week we've reached the #1-most-popular episode from 2023. Drum roll... Many of us grew up with a mixed bag of experiences that hurt a whole lot. And while our upbringing certainly shaped our lives, it doesn't define us. Only God defines us. (Please read that again.) This episode of Live the Bible takes us to 2 Kings 22 and shows us how Josiah …

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Following Christ – John 21 55:58

5M ago55:58

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Bob Campanella takes us through John 21, showing us how God provides for us to follow Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.By Bob Campanella

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#244 - God Will Never Give Up on You 54:04

5M ago54:04

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The second-most popular podcast from 2023 grabs a hammer and nails to help us build a fence. Here's why. Your property probably has a fence—and for good reason. A fence acts mostly as a boundary, letting someone know to stay in or to stay out. God's Word is like a fence too—and for good reason. In this episode of Live the Bible, we see a man who di…

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Knowing and Doing God’s Will – Romans 6:13 and other verses 46:28

5M ago46:28

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Even when we don’t know precisely what God wants us to do, He has a method and an answer.By Mike Milstead

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#243 - How Can You Know God Accepts You? 50:26

5M ago50:26

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God is love. But so much more... As we count down the top 5 podcasts from 2023, we find #3 answering a VERY important question. How does God choose which attribute to act on—love or wrath? And how can we know if God accepts us—for sure? To discover the answer, this episode of Live the Bible takes us to the rich book of Leviticus to discover the tim…

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#242 - How to Face Your Fears with God 50:36

6M ago50:36

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Last year, 106 countries downloaded 142,000 podcasts from Live the Bible. The Word of God is powerful! This week we're looking at #4 in the top 5 countdown from 2023, and it's no surprise that this episode on facing your fears ranked so high. After all, the most common command in the Bible is... drum roll... "Fear not." Easy to say, right? But toug…

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#241 - What to Do with the Rest of Your Life 47:38

6M ago47:38

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It's been a great year for hearing God's Word. In fact, the Live the Bible podcast ranked in the top 5% of more than 100,000 podcasts in 106 countries. Amazing! We're starting 2024 by highlighting the top 5 podcasts of 2023. This episode of Live the Bible ranked #5 and teaches us how to respond to the overwhelming favor God has lavished on us. We l…

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