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Next Steps Podcast

222 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

The Next Steps Podcast is a weekly discussion aimed at engaging, encouraging, and equipping our church family to take next steps. Whether it is your relationship with God, connecting in community, or finding an on-ramp into mission, there is a next step waiting for you. We’re glad you’re here!

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Episodes

Episode 67: How We Begin Our Day

February 02, 2021 17:06 - 43 minutes - 79.7 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about ways we can be intentional about focusing our hearts and minds on Jesus in our morning rhythms and routines. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 66: How We Bear Fruit

January 26, 2021 14:28 - 23 minutes - 42.6 MB

This week Jonathan and Jedidiah talk about what enables us to have the opportunity to bear the fruit referenced in Romans 6:22. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 65: Where Is This Thing Leading

January 19, 2021 15:20 - 38 minutes - 71.1 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Romans 6:20-23, and ask the question: where are we. headed. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 64: The Fear of Man

January 12, 2021 15:21 - 51 minutes - 94.2 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the fear of man, and how we can take steps to fear God rather than man. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 63: Nudges Toward Growth

January 05, 2021 21:40 - 43 minutes - 80.3 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some ways we can modify our environment to encourage us toward growth. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 62: God is With Us

December 15, 2020 16:15 - 41 minutes - 76.6 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan ask the question "Where are we" as we remember that our Emmanuel God is with us. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 61: Songs of Christmas

December 08, 2020 15:22 - 45 minutes - 82.9 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about music, and how we can worship Jesus as we sing and listen to the lyrics of songs about His birth. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 60: 20 Advent Ideas for this season

December 01, 2020 15:37 - 51 minutes - 94.6 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Advent, and some things we can do to celebrate, remember, and anticipate the coming of Jesus. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 59: Give Thanks

November 24, 2020 15:17 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about giving thanks for the many blessing God has given us. Song recommended in this episode: "Don't You Want To Thank Someone" -Andrew Peterson If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 58: Reading in Preparation

November 17, 2020 18:01 - 23 minutes - 43.9 MB

This week Jedidiah and Jonathan talk about how reading a passage of scripture before hearing a sermon on it can help us glean more from the message. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 57: Talking with Travis and April Holtan

November 10, 2020 17:52 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MB

This week Jedidiah and Jonathan sit down and have a conversation with Travis and April Holtan about what God has been doing in their lives as they look forward to a new season. For more information about what the Holtans are doing with Apex visit: https://www.holtanswithapex.org/ If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 56: Faith and The Glory of God

November 03, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes - 64 MB

This week Jedidiah and Jonathan recap Sunday's sermon and reflect on; God's glory, and what authentic faith looks like. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 55: Remembering the Past Part: Two

October 27, 2020 20:07 - 50 minutes - 91.7 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about remembering our past, as we confess past sin, and rejoice in God's forgiveness. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 54: Remembering the Past Part: One

October 20, 2020 14:15 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about remembering our past and how God has been faithful, through the positive and the negative. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 53: Fishing For Hearts With Courageous Conversations

October 13, 2020 14:25 - 51 minutes - 93.7 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can engage in courageous conversations as we lead people toward Jesus. Resources referenced in this episode: "Between Us Guys" - Joel Fitzpatrick "Between Us Girls" - Trish Donohue If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 52: Knowing God

October 06, 2020 14:53 - 46 minutes - 85.5 MB

This week Eric and Jedidiah talk about the difference between knowing about God, and Knowing God. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 51: Badonkadonk? What's Ruling Your Heart?

September 29, 2020 14:06 - 38 minutes - 71.3 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the desires of the heart. And ask the question "What's ruling your heart?". If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 50: Participation Ribbons and the Gospel

September 22, 2020 14:03 - 45 minutes - 83.7 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk some more about parenting, and how we can affirm and lift up Jesus as we recognize the sin in our children's hearts. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 49: Parenting with Purpose

September 15, 2020 14:19 - 51 minutes - 93.5 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about our upcoming Wednesday night ministry, and how we can help our families grow closer to Jesus when we do life together. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 48: Diving Into Romans

September 08, 2020 14:30 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan recap Sunday's sermon, and dive deeper into Romans chapter one verses seven through fifteen. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 47: Checking The Gauges

September 01, 2020 14:07 - 36 minutes - 67.1 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it looks like to be fatigued and how we can find refreshment when we remember who we are in Christ. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 46: God's Plan and Purpose for Marriage Part: Four

August 25, 2020 14:06 - 49 minutes - 91.4 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about communication and the importance of active listening and assertive speaking. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 45: God's Plan and Purpose for Marriage Part: Three

August 18, 2020 14:16 - 46 minutes - 85.2 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about conflict resolution with a Christ centered perspective. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 44: God's Plan and Purpose for Marriage Part: Two

August 11, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how Christ is at the center of marriage, and how the roles of husband and wife are a picture of Christ and the Church. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 43: God's Plan and Purpose for Marriage Part: One

August 04, 2020 18:00 - 31 minutes - 57.5 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about God's plan and purpose for marriage. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 42: Fullness of Joy Found in the Presence of God

July 28, 2020 14:20 - 42 minutes - 77.3 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan reflect on Psalm 16, and talk about how our satisfaction is found in God. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 41: Speak Truth in Your Heart

July 21, 2020 14:33 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it looks like to speak Biblical truth in your heart. Resources referenced in this episode: "Note To Self" -Joe Thorn If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 40: Engaging with a Biblical Perspective

July 14, 2020 14:38 - 40 minutes - 73.5 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can engage in hard conversations, about real issues, with a biblical perspective. Article referenced in this episode: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/faith-seeking-understanding-thinking-theologically-about-racial-tensions/ If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 39: Walk by Faith Not by Sight

July 07, 2020 13:43 - 40 minutes - 73.3 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can get from "here" to "there" as we walk by faith, not by sight. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 38: Talking with the Jacksons

June 30, 2020 22:03 - 28 minutes - 51.3 MB

This week Jonathan and Jedidiah sit down with Brooke and Cory Jackson, and talk about what God is doing in their lives as they prepare to enter the mission field. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 37: Making Much of Jesus in the Middle of the Storm

June 23, 2020 18:07 - 23 minutes - 42.4 MB

This week Jonathan and Jedidiah sit down with Andrew Jermeland to ask some questions about what he has been learning about himself and his walk with Christ in the midst of all that has been going on in our world. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 36: Rest in Jesus

June 16, 2020 20:08 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can get some good sleep knowing true rest is found in Christ. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 35: Goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living

June 09, 2020 13:57 - 26 minutes - 48.4 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can slow down and take a look at all the blessings the lord has given us. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 34: Love at Six Feet

June 02, 2020 13:54 - 39 minutes - 72.4 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some practical ways we can love one another, while maintaining social distance. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 33: An Old Command For A New Normal

May 27, 2020 15:38 - 41 minutes - 75.1 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can return to this new normal with love. Article referenced in this episode: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/church-dont-let-coronavirus-divide/ If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 32: Sowing to the Sprit

May 19, 2020 14:24 - 47 minutes - 86.9 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it means to sow to the spirit. We also take a dive into the mail bag to answer a listener's question! If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 31: We Need Community

May 12, 2020 14:04 - 34 minutes - 63.9 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk the importance of being surrounded by Christ centered community. Resources recommended in this episode: "Finally Free" - Heath Lambert If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 30: The Expulsive Power of a New Affection

May 05, 2020 14:38 - 36 minutes - 67 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we produce the fruits of the spirit when we keep instep with the spirit. Resources recommended in this episode: The Expulsive Power of a New Affection sermon: https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/Chalmers,%20Thomas%20-%20The%20Exlpulsive%20Power%20of%20a%20New%20Af.pdf Article by John Piper: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-expulsive-power-of-a-new-affection "How Does Sanctification Work?" - David Powlison If you have a qu...

Episode 29: What Time Is It?

April 28, 2020 13:49 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about time, and ask the question what time are you in as you take your next steps toward Jesus? Resources recommended in this episode: https://www.challies.com/ "Sing!" - Keith and Kristyn Getty If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 28: Halftime Habits

April 21, 2020 14:55 - 27 minutes - 50.8 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about, how easy it can be to fall into some bad, and good habits, and how we can make an effort to grow in our relationship with Jesus. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 27: Anticipation of Christ's Return

April 14, 2020 14:33 - 55 minutes - 101 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the hope we have in Christ's future return, and the joy that brings today. Resources referenced in this episode: Article by Brent Aucoin https://blogs.faithlafayette.org/church/evidence-for-gods-existence-in-the-covid-19-response/ "How to Exasperate Your Wife" -Douglas Wilson "Remember Me" -Andrew Peterson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzt8fZr-T1E If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 26: Vignettes of Holy Week

April 07, 2020 13:55 - 51 minutes - 94 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Holy week, and some of the vignettes that have stuck out to them over the years. Resources referenced in this episode: "Mission Accomplished" -Scott James If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 25: Our Identity in Christ

March 31, 2020 14:09 - 51 minutes - 93.4 MB

This week Eric and Jonathan talk about finding our identity as adopted sons and daughters of Christ. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 24: Questions with Jim

March 24, 2020 14:03 - 45 minutes - 83.9 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk with Jim McGuire, and ask some questions about his perspective in responding to the coronavirus. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Quarantined with Christ: Responding to COVID-19

March 17, 2020 14:23 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk about how we as Christ followers should and should not be responding to the coronavirus. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 23: Sing!

March 10, 2020 14:12 - 56 minutes - 103 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk about the power of singing and what an important role music has in our lives. Resources referenced in this episode: "Sing!" - Keith & Kristyn Getty "Family Worship" - Donald S. Whitney If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 22: BY Faith IN Christ

March 03, 2020 14:53 - 44 minutes - 82.2 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk about how we are called to live by faith in Christ, and what role our phones can play in that. This is a link to the Picture referenced in the episode: https://hips.hearstapps.com/wdy.h-cdn.co/assets/15/40/2048x1044/gallery-1443712587-gettyimages-488607314.jpg?resize=768:* Resources referenced in this episode: "12 ways your phone is changing you" -Tony Reinke If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 21: Slow Down and Step Back

February 25, 2020 15:11 - 51 minutes - 94.8 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk about how we need to slow down and listen to see the bigger picture. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 20: Spiritual Amnesia

February 18, 2020 14:51 - 43 minutes - 79.1 MB

This week Jonathan joins Eric and Nate to talk about how we can fall into the trap of spiritual amnesia, and how we can remember who we are in Christ. Resources talked about in this episode: Because He Loves Me: How Christ Transforms Our Daily Life - Elyse Fitzpatrick A Gospel Primer - Milton Vincent The Wingfeather Saga - Andrew Peterson If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"

Episode 19: Talking with Jim McGuire

February 11, 2020 16:00 - 47 minutes - 86.8 MB

This week Eric and Nate talk with Jim McGuire and reflect on Galatians 3:1-9. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "[email protected]"