Best Cody Balch Podcasts (2024)

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That time my husband confessed his porn addiction to me... - With special guest, Micah Balch 1:01:37

15d ago1:01:37

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In this Finding Freedom episode, Garrett Murphy interviews Cody's wife, Micah Balch as she shares about the time when Cody first confessed his porn addiction to her and tells us all about what happened next! We know that this conversation will encourage you to live more deeply in the light and freedom of Jesus! Please reach out to us if you have an…

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What I wish someone would have told me BEFORE I ever looked at PORN for the first time... 48:07

6d ago48:07

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In this 2 part episode series, we ask 10 men these two important and insightful questions: 1. What do you wish someone would have told you BEFORE you ever looked at PORN for the first time? 2. What do you wish someone would have told you AFTER you looked at PORN for the first time? How would you answer these two questions? Let us know in the commen…

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That time my husband confessed his porn addiction to me... - With special guest, Micah Balch 1:01:37

15d ago1:01:37

1:01:37

In this Finding Freedom episode, Garrett Murphy interviews Cody's wife, Micah Balch as she shares about the time when Cody first confessed his porn addiction to her and tells us all about what happened next! We know that this conversation will encourage you to live more deeply in the light and freedom of Jesus! Please reach out to us if you have an…

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Part 4 - Does God Even Hear My Prayers? - "The prayer of compare VS the prayer of humility" 26:43

25d ago26:43

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When we compare our selves to others (I'm not as bad as Jim!), we deeply miss the heart of humility and repentance that Jesus calls us to in order to find hope and freedom from a struggle with pornography. In this episode, Garrett and Cody dialogue this topic to help you be better equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus that leads to FREEDOM! Ne…

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Grace for the Homefront with Cody & Micah Balch - Episode #1 20:39

28d ago20:39

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Welcome to the VERY FIRST episode of this brand new Better Equipped segment called, "Grace for the Homefront"! This segment is hosted by your very own, Cody Balch and his extraordinary wife, Micah. We deeply desire to help encourage and equip your homefront with the grace and truth of Jesus. Please reach out to us anytime with questions, suggestion…

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My Prayer for Pride Month 7:20

1M ago7:20

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As followers of Jesus, we are called to show love, compassion, and grace, even while we hold unswervingly to the truth of God's word. Christians should not affirm ANY type of sin, but we also should NOT stop loving our neighbor in the process. May believers in Jesus humbly pray and ask God to soften the hearts of people within the LGBTQ+ community …

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Needing Those People & Being That Person - Philippians 2:19-30 12:45

1M ago12:45

12:45

The Apostle Paul uses his real life examples of Timothy and Epaphroditus to invite us in more deeply to how interdependent believers should be toward one another. We need caring believers in our life, and we need to be a disciple of Jesus who deeply and selflessly cares for others the way that Jesus exemplified toward us. I pray that this episode h…

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Part 3 - Does God Even Hear My Prayers? - "I've prayed that prayer 1,000 times!" - BREAK THE CYCLE! 39:45

2M ago39:45

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Do you ever feel like a broken record in your prayers toward God telling him that you'll "never do that again" or "that was the last time God"? Do your prayers start to feel insincere and empty? Does God still hear your prayers after "boy cried wolf" over and over? In this episode, Garrett & Cody dig into this topic to help shine the light of Jesus…

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Part 2 - Does God Even Hear My Prayers? - "Lord, I believe. Help me overcome my unbelief!" 40:08

2M ago40:08

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Are you someone who would say that you believe in Jesus and His power, but the way that you sometimes live (especially behind closed doors) does reflect what you say you believe? Maybe you have trouble believing that God actually loves you or that He is still willing to forgive you. In this episode, Garrett and Cody unpack this thought in a way tha…

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Combating Sex Trafficking through Cyber Patrols, Ai, and Freedom from Porn with Guest: Nick Lembo 54:43

2M ago54:43

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What does Ai, Cyber Patrols, and Freedom from Porn all have to do with combating sex trafficking? Well, quite a bit, and in this episode Garrett and Cody host a special guest from the Christian organization "Street Grace" named, Nick Lembo. Nick explains what a "cyber patrol" is and how it is a helpful and effective tool to try and combat human and…

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Finding Freedom is NOW LIVE and ready to help you be Better Equipped! 2:42

2M ago2:42

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We are here to help equip you through the grace and truth of Jesus in the places of your life and faith where you need it the most. Please visit our website (listed below) to get connected to the resources that you or your loved one needs, and reach out to us anytime! Website: https://www.betterequipped.net/FREEDOM Email us: FindingFreedomandLight@…

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Combating Sex Trafficking through Cyber Patrols, Ai, and Freedom from Porn with Guest: Nick Lembo 54:43

2M ago54:43

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What does Ai, Cyber Patrols, and Freedom from Porn all have to do with combating sex trafficking? Well, quite a bit, and in this episode Garrett and Cody host a special guest from the Christian organization "Street Grace" named, Nick Lembo. Nick explains what a "cyber patrol" is and how it is a helpful and effective tool to try and combat human and…

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Asking OSU College Students: "What do you think about Jesus?" 13:02

2M ago13:02

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If you asked the people in your life (co-workers, neighbors, family, friends, etc...) "What do you think about Jesus?", what do you think they would say? There's only one way to find out! I decided to go on The Ohio State University's campus to ask college students this question and I was blessed with the conversations that I had. Lucky for you, I …

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What does "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" mean? - Philippians 2:12-18 19:54

2M ago19:54

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Has this verse ever scared or confused you? What does it mean to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling"? Do we have to earn our salvation?? I thought that only Jesus could save us through His grace? Cody will tackle this passage and help you understand this verse in a healthy and properly faithful way. Dive in and share it out with other…

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Part 1 - Does God Even Hear My Prayers & Is There Really Power In Prayer? 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Have you ever questioned if God even hears your prayers or if prayer really has any power at all? Well, in today's PART 1 of this series, Garrett and Cody discuss this topic, and we hope it encourages you to lean into prayer for your life and pursuit of freedom. Need help? Go to: www.BetterEquipped.Net/FREEDOM Listen to the Podcast: https://www.buz…

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From Head Knowledge to Heart Transformation 33:51

2M ago33:51

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Your inability to break free from your porn addiction may have nothing to do with a lack of head knowledge, but that your head knowledge needs to travel down into true heart transformation. But how you may ask? Listen into this episode to learn more. Need help? Go to: www.BetterEquipped.Net/FREEDOM Or email us at: FindingFreedomAndLight@Gmail.com "…

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What is the ministry of Better Equipped with Cody Balch? 2:47

3M ago2:47

2:47

WHAT IS BETTER EQUIPPED? I (Cody Balch) am passionate about helping people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus, and I do this through 2 primary methods: First and foremost, through relational discipleship, meeting people’s spiritual needs exactly where they need it the most, and secondly, through creating impactful, dynamic and div…

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Help Me Celebrate This Ministry's 1 Year Anniversary! 3:47

3M ago3:47

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Help me celebrate the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the ministry of Better Equipped! I am so grateful for ALL the many ways that God has used the first year of this ministry to help people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus! I'm also incredibly thankful for those that have come alongside me in this mission work as prayer warriors and fi…

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Cody's 7 year old daughter, Esther, talks about her faith! 7:49

3M ago7:49

7:49

I had the incredible privilege of sitting down in my Super Shed to have a fun conversation with my 7 year old daughter, Esther, about Queen Esther in the Bible, and I also got the chance to see where she is currently at in her personal faith journey and loyalty to Jesus. Boy is she amazing! We both pray that this episode makes you smile inside and …

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A Quick Message from Cody 2:00

3M ago2:00

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I am passionate about helping people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus, and I do this through 2 primary methods: First and foremost, I do this through relational discipleship, meeting people’s spiritual needs exactly where they need it the most, and secondly, through creating impactful, dynamic and diverse online resources that c…

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Philippians 2:1-11 - Do you model your attitude after Christ's example of LOVE & HUMILITY? 31:10

3M ago31:10

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Jesus' example of love, sacrifice, servitude, and humility are astounding to say the least, and what is even more astonishing is that He calls us to have the same mindset and attitude as He did! His example is clear, but you are going to need the power of the Holy Spirit to help you grow into His attitude and mindset. In this episode, Cody Balch fr…

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Asking OSU College Students: What is the meaning of EASTER? 6:51

3M ago6:51

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Is Easter all about bunnies, eggs, and family dinners, OR is it truly all about the RESURRECTION of Jesus Christ that changes everything? I take this question onto The Ohio State University's campus to talk with some college students. Easter is all about the incredible fact that Jesus resurrected from the dead to conquer sin and death once and for …

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The need for COMMUNITY to live Porn Free! 35:08

3M ago35:08

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One key ingredient that you must have in order to live a Porn FREE life is community! You need other people. You can't fight this battle on your own. Who do you have in your corner that you can talk to? Need help? Go to: www.BetterEquipped.Net/FREEDOM Or email us at: FindingFreedomAndLight@Gmail.com "Finding Freedom" exists to help set people free …

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Garrett's Freedom from Porn Testimony 52:34

3M ago52:34

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Garrett Murphy candidly and powerfully shares his personal testimony of moving from darkness to light and from slavery to pornography to freedom from pornography! The ministry of Finding Freedom desires to help you on your journey to FREEDOM from pornography through 1-on-1 coaching, support groups, and through free resources like this video. NEED H…

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Is there HOPE for me to ever find FREEDOM from Pornography? 34:18

4M ago34:18

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If you are anything like Cody or Garrett, than you have (or are) experiencing feelings of hopelessness that you will ever find lasting freedom from the cravings and indulgence of pornography. Garrett and Cody are here to offer you hope and practical advice that HOPE is possible and that FREEDOM is real! Need help? Go to: www.BetterEquipped.Net/FREE…

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HEY CHRISTIANS 📣 Are you living a life worthy of the Gospel? - Philippians 1:27-30 17:04

4M ago17:04

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Are you conducting your life in a manner worthy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? What does that even mean and what would that practically look like? The Apostle Paul uses this language in his letter to the Philippians in chapter 1 verse 27-30, and as believers, this passage should challenge and encourage us like it would have the Philippian believers…

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7 Tips for Staying Pure in an Impure World 32:22

4M ago32:22

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I hope that this episode better equips you with the grace and truth of Jesus as you pursue living a free and pure life through the power of Jesus Christ! Hope, grace, and healing from pornography or other sexual sins are only found in Jesus! NEED HELP? We desire to help you FIND FREEDOM. Learn more at: https://www.betterequipped.net/freedom Below a…

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Garrett's Journey to FREEDOM from Pornography 1:11:46

4M ago1:11:46

1:11:46

Does any part of Garrett's story resonate with your story? Garrett or Cody would love to chat with you and encourage you to find freedom as well and support you in this journey. Please visit: https://www.betterequipped.net/freedom or email us at: findingfreedomandlight@gmail.com "Finding Freedom" exists to help set people free from the chains of se…

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👉 Practical Tips on Sharing Your Faith 🗣️🕺🏻💃🏻 8:26

4M ago8:26

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20 Practical Tips On Sharing Your Faith 1. IT STARTS WITH PRAYER: Only God can change a heart, so prayer to God is your most effective method for evangelism. 2. IDENTIFY YOUR FEARS: Do the work as a disciple to clearly identify your fears when it comes to sharing your faith and then work to surrender them to Jesus. 3. INVITE OTHER BELIEVERS TO JOIN…

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Purpose in pain and to die is gain! 💪🏼 Philippians 1:19-26 - Verse by Verse with Better Equipped 19:40

4M ago19:40

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What is your purpose in life? What is your purpose in pain? Do you fear death or think that death (in Christ) will only be gain for you, as you will inherit eternal life? The Apostle Paul, who writes this letter to the Philippians while sitting in a Roman prison, takes us behind the scenes to his internal processing and perspective. Can we have the…

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💙 A conversation of faith with my 5 year old son, Jude 👦 15:40

5M ago15:40

15:40

My 5 year old son, Jude, has been clamoring and persistently asking for he and I to film a healthy conversation together for the ministry of Better Equipped, and boy did we have fun with it! I pray that this conversation brings light and joy to your soul and encourages your faith and walk with Jesus. If you have any questions or ways that I can enc…

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🤺 What to do about Jealous & Competitive Christians or Churches? - Philippians 1:15-18 19:47

5M ago19:47

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It deeply saddens me to see Christians or Churches be jealous or competitive toward other Christians or Churches, but according to the Apostle Paul, it is nothing new, as he experienced this issue while he was stuck in a Roman prison for sharing the Gospel. So, how do we deal with the terrible attitude of Christians who have selfish motives and bad…

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🤩 7 Tips for Staying Pure in an Impure World 😵 32:22

5M ago32:22

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I hope that this episode better equips you with the grace and truth of Jesus as you pursue living a free and pure life through the power of Jesus Christ! Hope, grace, and healing from pornography or other sexual sins are only found in Jesus! Below are some helpful resources for you as you are on this journey. Be sure to hit like, subscribe, and sha…

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📄 Flip the Script on Suffering & Amplify your Testimony of the Gospel! - Philippians 1:12-14 25:53

5M ago25:53

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None of us enjoy suffering, rejection, or persecution, but what if those are some of the most powerful vehicles for amplifying the Gospel? Are you ok with that plan of God in your life? You can either experience those things for no good reason, or you can use those experiences with the purpose of pointing more people to Jesus. Your call, but either…

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🤩 11 year old, Jael Balch, discusses: What God wants for your life vs. what the world wants for you. 27:44

5M ago27:44

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How old do you have to be to set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity? Not very old, and Jael's conversation with her Dad (Cody) will be evidence to this biblical truth (1 Timothy 4:11-12). We hope that you are blessed by this Healthy Conversation between Jael and Cody. Please be sure to like this epi…

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🎙️ Quick Ministry Update 📣 6:50

6M ago6:50

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Thank you for engaging in the ministry of Better Equipped! I pray that it helps you be better equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus for your life and ministry to those around you. GIVE ONLINE HERE (Better Equipped is a tax exempt 501(c)(3), therefore all donations are tax deductible): https://www.betterequipped.net/give-online Contact Cody at:…

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Who needs more JOY? 🙋‍♂️ 🙋‍♀️ Book of Philippians → Intro to Philippians & Chapter 1:1-11 21:38

6M ago21:38

21:38

How much joy, hope, peace, and love would you have if you were in prison for sharing the Gospel of Jesus with others? How much humility would you have if you were in prison for those reasons, and other believers were trying to drag your name through the mud? The Apostle Paul is dealing with all of these things and more as he writes this letter to t…

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Reagan's Story of Hope - (12 Minute Version) 12:07

6M ago12:07

12:07

Pete & Karin McGee courageously tell their (daughter) Reagan's story of hope in the midst of a terminal diagnosis (Sanfilippo Syndrome) that took Reagan's life when she was only 9 years old. Pete and Karin's honest sharing of faith are sure to bring you to tears, while also filling your heart with hope and faith for your life and walk with Jesus. C…

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Reagan's Story of Hope - (5 Minute Version) 4:54

6M ago4:54

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Pete & Karin McGee courageously tell their (daughter) Reagan's story of hope in the midst of a terminal diagnosis (Sanfilippo Syndrome) that took Reagan's life when she was only 9 years old. Pete and Karin's honest sharing of faith are sure to bring you to tears, while also filling your heart with hope and faith for your life and walk with Jesus. C…

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Reagan's Story of Hope - (Full Length Version) 25:45

7M ago25:45

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Pete & Karin McGee courageously tell their (daughter) Reagan's story of hope in the midst of a terminal diagnosis (Sanfilippo Syndrome) that took Reagan's life when she was only 9 years old. Pete and Karin's honest sharing of faith are sure to bring you to tears, while also filling your heart with hope and faith for your life and walk with Jesus. C…

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Has anyone ever shared the Gospel of Jesus with you? What is the Gospel? - Questions with Strangers 15:31

7M ago15:31

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In this episode of "Questions with Strangers", Cody asks 3 strangers the questions: Has anyone ever shared the Gospel of Jesus Christ with you? If so, what is the Gospel? Have most people truly heard the Gospel of Jesus, or do they just have a rough idea of Christians and churches through various experiences and media? For those who say that they d…

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Spiritual Warfare: How Do I Put On The "FULL ARMOR OF GOD"? - Ephesians 6:10-24 - Verse By Verse 29:41

7M ago29:41

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The Apostle Paul tells us to put on the full armor of God for the spiritual warfare in our lives and world, but what does that mean and how do we do that? In this episode of Verse by Verse, Cody will walk us through Ephesians 6:10-24, along with other passages that teach us about the nature of spiritual warfare, so that you can be Better Equipped f…

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If I could prove that Christianity is true, would you become a Christian? - Questions with Strangers 17:40

8M ago17:40

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In this episode of "Questions with Strangers", Cody asks the question: If I could prove that Christianity is true, would you become a Christian? This question shows that it is often a matter of the heart, not the head, when it comes to people's decision to accept or reject the Gospel of Jesus. Watch this 4 part video series that will PROVE that Chr…

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Your Work & Your Parenting: Require humility and submission to Christ and to others. Ephesians 6:1-9 22:38

8M ago22:38

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Your job in your workplace & your parenting toward your children BOTH require humility and submission to Christ and to others. This may sound difficult because it usually is difficult. Your going to need to rely heavily on the work and power of the Holy Spirit and the example of Jesus and His attitude. Ephesians 6:1-9 "1 Children, obey your parents…

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👺 Does Evil Exist & Who Gets To Decide What Is Right & Wrong? 😇 13:32

8M ago13:32

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Do you believe that there is EVIL in this world? Who got to decide that it was evil or wrong? Do you get to decide that, or does God get to decide that? Is there a standard for morality and truth, or is it every person for themselves, which would imply that Hitler was just another guy who thought that he was doing the right thing by killing 6 milli…

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👰‍♀️🤵‍♂️ HELP For Your Marriage! God's Design for a THRIVING Marriage: Ephesians 5:21-33 🔥 36:42

9M ago36:42

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Marriage can be so difficult, especially when we lose sight (or are unaware) of God's design for marriage. We can't look to the culture's definition of what a marriage should look like (ie: Hollywood), but we must fix our eyes on the designer of marriage, God! In today's Verse by Verse, Cody will walk us through Ephesians 5:21-33, which is all abou…

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👶 PRO LIFE or PRO ABORTION?? ☠️ - Cody asks random strangers why they are FOR or AGAINST abortion 🎤 27:48

9M ago27:48

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Cody from Better Equipped visits the Ohio March for Life 2023 to talk with random strangers about the topic of abortion and why they are for or against abortion. Are they pro life or pro choice? Are they against abortion, or for abortion? What is their reasoning and logic (if any) behind their view. WHAT SHOULD YOU BELIEVE on the critically importa…

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"What gives you HOPE?" - Questions with Strangers on a college campus 🧑‍💻 11:19

9M ago11:19

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In this episode, Cody asks a few strangers on a college campus the important question, "What gives you HOPE?" What will they say? Do they have hope? If so, in what? Is hope in our world growing or declining? Is Jesus the answer? Comment your thoughts below on where you get your source of hope from? 1 Peter 3:15 "But in your hearts revere Christ as …

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Verse By Verse: Ephesians 5:1-20 - There must not be even a HINT of sexual immorality or impurity... 26:24

9M ago26:24

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Would you be ok with a hint of rat poison or anthrax in your dinner meal? How much poison is ok? For me, NONE is the only acceptable amount of poison allowed in my food, yet often times that is not how we treat sin in our lives. How much sin is ok to have in our lives? Not how much sin is in our lives, but how much sin is ok to have in our lives? T…

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"Where Did Everything Come From?" 🌎 Aliens? AI? God? Nothing? | Questions with Strangers on Campus 15:16

10M ago15:16

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Where did everything come from? Where did you and I (and the rest of humanity come from? Where did planet earth and everything on it come from? Why does planet earth have life, but we can't find life anywhere else? Where did the sun, moon, stars, and galaxies come from? Is there a Creator God (like the Bible says), or did aliens do all of this, and…

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