Modern Day Christian
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Looking for answers about your faith, but don't know where to turn? Tune into Modern Day Christian to get answers to your questions, inspiration for your faith, and hope in a fallen world.
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The Recipe for Happiness
December 01, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBWe live in the most prosperous, wealthiest time in the history of humanity, but by every measure, we are also the unhappiest. Why is this the case and what is the true recipe for happiness? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
9 Things Every Christian Should Do
November 29, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIf someone were to look at two people, one Christian and one not, how would they know the difference between the two? Could someone recognize you as a Christian if they didn't know you? What are we supposed to be doing as Christians? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Giving Thanks
November 22, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBAre you only thankful for the blessings in your life at certain times of the year? How can you be more thankful throughout the year and not just during the holidays? And what does the Bible have to say about giving thanks? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Inheriting Eternal Life
November 17, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBThe parable of the Good Samaritan gives a great example of how we should act if we hope to inherit eternal life. How is this story relevant for us today? And what should we be doing differently in our lives? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Ten Commandments
November 15, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBThe Ten Commandments serve as the foundation for Judeo-Christian law, but why did God choose these ten? And are they still applicable today? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Jesus is Tempted
November 10, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBAfter Jesus was baptized, He went into the wilderness for forty days and nights where He was tempted by the devil. How did Jesus prepare for this temptation and how can we prepare and rebuke temptation in our lives? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
The Prodigal Son
November 08, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBThe parable of the prodigal son is perhaps the most famous story that Jesus told. But what are we supposed to do with this parable and what does it mean for us? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
What's My Calling?
November 03, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBWhat are we called to do? How do I know I am doing what God wants me to do? How do I live a life of purpose? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Past Prophecies & Future Hope
November 01, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBHow many prophecies did Jesus fulfill? Also, a new study shows strong interest in Jesus among Gen Z. Plus, we check in with the major events in church history today. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Do Miracles Still Happen?
October 27, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBThe Bible is full of accounts of miraculous events taking place. Even in the time after the Bible, many miracles have been reported. But do miracles still take place today or do we have an explanation for why these things occur? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
A Coat of Many Colors
October 25, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBJoseph is perhaps most well known for having a coat of many colors; however, his story is one of unconditional forgiveness, brotherly love, and redemption. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Where Was Jesus Buried?
October 20, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThe tomb of Christ has an interesting two-thousand-year history. Not only is that tomb still here today, but you can also travel to Jerusalem to lay eyes on it for yourself. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
What Do All Christians Agree On?
October 18, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBWhat holds Christians together? There are many denominations of Christians, but we all agree that whichever church we attend, others that do not attend that church are still Christians. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Are The Gospels Credible?
October 13, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThe gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John serve as the foundation of the New Testament and document the life of Jesus Christ. But do these manuscripts actually hold up to criticism? How can we know for sure if the gospels should be treated as authentic or legend? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
The Log in Your Eye
October 07, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBIt's always tempting to compare ourselves to others. Why is it so easy to judge others? What steps can we take to actually make a difference? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
The Purpose of Church
October 05, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBChurches have been around for thousands of years, but why do we actually go to church? Can we still be Christians and not attend church? And does watching church online count as going to church? Questions? Email [email protected] Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Love Your Enemies?
October 03, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBHow are we supposed to treat those that mock our faith? Are we truly supposed to love our enemies? And how is that even possible? Questions? Email [email protected] to get answers. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Faith and Works
September 30, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBDo we need faith and works to receive salvation? What about those that never knew Jesus? And why should anyone be compelled to do good works? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Divine Inspiration
September 28, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBChances are you had someone who you looked up to as a kid. You knew everything about them. Do you know Jesus in the same way? What do we know about Him? And how can we continue to grow in Christ? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
What are Your Priorities?
September 26, 2022 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBWe know what our priorities should be, but are they actually what we say they are? Where do we spend our time and how can we make changes to better live them out? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Four Big Questions
September 23, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBYou may be a Christian because you grew up in the Church, but what about those that don't believe? Are there questions that anyone can answer that will guide them to Christianity? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Missed Calls
September 19, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBEveryone has a calling, but how do we know what it is? How can we figure it out? And how should our spiritual calling translate to other areas of our lives? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
What's Wrong with Swearing?
September 16, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBSwearing is all around us from TV shows to work events. But is it really wrong to swear? Does God allow swearing in certain circumstances? And if we want to stop, how can we do that? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
You Can't Do It on Your Own
September 14, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIt doesn't matter what it is, even the best need help. How should we seek out help as Christians? And who should we seek out? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Where is Everybody Going?
September 12, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBGallup research shows that 81% of Americans believe in God, a sharp decline from decades of 90%+ belief in God. But what has caused this? And what can we do to fix it? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Fishers of Men
September 09, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBPeter and Andrew were the first of Jesus' disciples, but how did they know Jesus was the Son of God? And how can we distinguish the Truth? Questions? Email us at [email protected].
A Rich Man with Nothing
September 07, 2022 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBQuestions? Email us at [email protected].
An Hour a Week Isn't Enough
September 02, 2022 15:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBQuestions? Email us at [email protected].
Episode 20 - 2 Corinthians 4:17
December 19, 2021 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MBFor our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Episode 19 - Philippians 2:9-11
December 12, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MBTherefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Episode 18 - Matthew 1:20-21
December 05, 2021 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.26 MBAn angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, "Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.
Episode 17 - Romans 14:19
November 21, 2021 12:00 - 4 minutes - 2.87 MBLet us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.
Episode 16 - 2 Timothy 2:15
November 14, 2021 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.87 MBDo your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
Episode 15 - Romans 6:5-6
November 07, 2021 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.22 MBIf we have been united with him like this in his death, we will certainly also be united with him in his resurrection. For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin.
Episode 14 - Acts 1:8
October 31, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 2.9 MBBut you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
Episode 13 - 1 Corinthians 1:3-4
October 24, 2021 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.32 MBPraise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
Episode 12 - Psalm 34:12-14
October 17, 2021 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.24 MBWhoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking lies. Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.
Episode 11 - Matthew 10:38-39
October 10, 2021 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBAnd anyone who does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.
Episode 10 - Proverbs 10:32
October 03, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 2.78 MB"The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked know only what is perverse."
Episode 9 - Luke 9:23
September 26, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MBThen he said to them all: "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me."
Episode 8 - Titus 2:11-12
September 14, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 3.4 MBFor the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.
Episode 7 - John 3:16
September 12, 2021 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MB"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Episode 6 - What Makes a Saint?
September 10, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 2.94 MB"Most saints never lived their lives with the end goal of being a saint. They lived extraordinary lives because of their conviction and faith in the One True God."
Episode 5 - Confession
September 07, 2021 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.61 MBEven though the movies do not do confession justice, anyone that has been to confession knows how powerful of an experience it is and the relief felt afterward.
Episode 4 - The First Martyr
September 03, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBChristianity has been around for about 2000 years, and during that time numerous people have been killed because of their faith.
Episode 3 - Prayer
September 01, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 2.78 MBPrayer is our way of communicating back to God. In order to have a relationship with God, it needs to be a two-way street.
Episode 2 - The Story of Joseph
August 30, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.98 MBAlthough he is most well-known for his colorful coat, Joseph's life and inspiration is much deeper than the clothes he wore.
Episode 1 - Forgiveness
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.15 MBAlthough the Bible has much to say about forgiveness, today’s inspiration comes from CS Lewis, who is one of the more famous Christian thinkers of the 20th century. While he is likely most well known for The Chronicles of Narnia, which has clear Christian undertones, he has many writings that tackle Christian topics directly, including today’s topic of forgiveness.