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In the concluding episode of the 'Spirituality 101' series on the Deeper Dive Podcast by the OC Church of Christ, Dr. Robert Carrillo delves into the topic of lamentations. He explores the concept of lamenting, its significance in the Bible, and its profound impact on personal spirituality. Drawing from his own experiences and biblical examples, such as the Book of Lamentations and the Psalms, Dr. Carrillo emphasizes the importance of being honest and transparent with one's emotions, especially pain and sorrow. He also provides practical advice on how to incorporate lamentations into one's spiritual journey to deepen the connection with God. The episode culminates with a call to action, encouraging listeners to write their own lamentations.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:38 Understanding Lamentations01:49 Personal Experiences with Lamentations03:46 Biblical Examples of Lamentations07:25 The Importance of Being Honest with God09:25 Modern Applications of Lamentations15:44 Cultural Expressions of Lamentations17:55 The Need for Lamentations in Today's World26:39 Conclusion and Homework27:00 Closing RemarksClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this fourth episode of the Deeper Dive podcast series 'Spirituality 101,' Dr. Robert Carrillo delves into the practice and significance of breathing meditations. Emphasizing the spiritual, theological, and practical aspects of breath, he explores how breathing plays a vital role in connecting us with God's creation and sustaining our spiritual journey. Dr. Carrillo also discusses different breathing techniques, resources for learning, and the transformative benefits of breathing meditation in managing stress, anxiety, and enhancing spiritual consciousness.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:41 The Importance of Breathing in Meditation02:01 The Theology Behind Breathing05:09 Contrasting Rowing and Sailing in Spirituality08:34 Practical Uses and Benefits of Meditation09:51 Guided Breathing Meditation Techniques13:09 Conclusion and Upcoming EpisodesClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this third episode of the 'Spirituality 101' series for the Deeper Dive Podcast, Dr. Robert Carrillo introduces meditation as a practice for spiritual development within Christianity. He explains its historical roots, its benefits, and practical steps for beginners. Drawing from biblical examples and his personal experiences, Dr. Carrillo discusses how meditation helps improve mental clarity, emotional stability, and spiritual connection with God. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about meditation and provides guidance on starting a meditation practice. Join us as we explore the transformative power of focusing on God's word and principles through meditation.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:39 Introduction to Spirituality 10101:07 Understanding Meditation02:30 Biblical Foundations of Meditation05:06 Jesus and the Practice of Meditation11:09 The Benefits of Meditation13:39 Practical Tips for Beginners20:32 Resources and Upcoming Events21:53 Conclusion and Next Episode PreviewClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of the Deeper Dive Podcast by the OC Church of Christ, Robert Carrillo continues the 'Spirituality 101' series with part two of 'Introduction to Spirituality.' Robert emphasizes the importance of growing spiritually by getting to know God better and understanding ourselves. He provides insights on scriptural wisdom, Paul's prayers for spiritual wisdom and revelation, and discusses various spiritual practices such as Bible reading, prayer, meditation, and more. Join us as we explore how to live a life led by the Spirit and deepen our relationship with God.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:41 Continuing the Spirituality 101 Series01:41 Paul's Prayer for Spiritual Wisdom03:09 Understanding the Eyes of the Heart03:36 The Hope and Power for Believers04:28 Personal Reflections on Spiritual Growth06:55 The Mystery of God's Wisdom09:51 The Danger of Spiritual Stagnation14:08 Walking by the Spirit18:32 Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth23:30 Spiritual Practices and Disciplines25:43 Conclusion and ResourcesClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In the first episode of the Deeper Dive Podcast series 'Spirituality 101,' Dr. Robert Carrillo, an evangelist and teacher with extensive experience in ministry, shares insights into spirituality. He discusses the importance of the Holy Spirit, how to grow spiritually, and the foundational teachings of Christianity. This episode explores key scriptural references and emphasizes the need for a deeper spiritual awareness in our daily lives.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:25 Meet Dr. Robert Carrillo00:55 Launching the Spirituality 101 Series01:11 Understanding Spirituality03:39 The Role of the Holy Spirit05:39 Jesus and the Holy Spirit13:46 Living According to the Spirit17:51 The Acts of the Holy Spirit20:53 Being Led by the Spirit27:46 Conclusion and Next StepsClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of the Deeper Dive podcast by the OC Church of Christ, Brian Craig continues the series 'Understanding the Spiritual Realm.' Brian delves into the biblical worldview of the heavens and earth, explores the role of spiritual beings, and shares personal insights from his near-death experience. He reflects on the life and faith of Daniel, discusses the significance of prayer and worship, and emphasizes the cosmic struggle between good and evil. The episode concludes with a song inspired by the teachings.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:38 Understanding the Spiritual Realm: Part Two02:45 Exploring the Book of Daniel06:20 Daniel's Visions and the Spiritual Realm11:40 Personal Testimony and Spiritual Insights17:07 The Cosmic Struggle and Our Role24:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts27:57 Closing Remarks and How to Stay ConnectedClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

We know of the story outlined in the Bible of the struggle between good and evil, and God's partnering with humans towards ordering creation. But the Bible has characters we often ignore in our modern secular society - spiritual beings, the divine council, and the unseen realm referenced in Ephesians 6 and Daniel 9. This class explores how opening our eyes to the spiritual realm can add significance to our own spiritual struggles. Brian will share personally about his own journey of understanding as well as health battle and how increased spiritual awareness provides comfort and meaning.00:00 Introduction to the Deeper Dive Podcast00:25 Meet Brian Craig: Evangelist and Worship Leader00:47 Brian's Journey with Brain Cancer01:02 Understanding the Spiritual Realm: An Overview01:15 Brian Craig's Personal Introduction02:08 Exploring the Ancient Near Eastern Worldview02:50 The Cultural Lens of the Bible07:02 Reconciling Science and Religion16:52 The Divine Council and Spiritual Beings25:46 Heavenly Beings and Earthly Struggles27:57 Conclusion and Next Episode PreviewClick here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

This is the third and final episode from our "Learning the Art of Motivation from Jesus" series by Reese Neyland. In this episode, Reese draws more treasures from Mark 1 when Jesus called His disciples into relationship and showed them what it means to love deeply.Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

We continue with our series "Learning the Art of Motivation from Jesus" from Reese Neyland. Reese explores more from Mark 1 when Jesus called his first disciples to be fishers of men and gave them an inspiring purpose. Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

Do you want to be inspired to live out your faith to the fullest? If so, you will need to go to the right source. Not surprisingly, Jesus is the greatest motivational leader in human history, and we would do well to learn from his example. In this three-part series, Learning the Art of Motivation From Jesus, Reese Neyland will help us to find inspiration from the example of Jesus through his initial call of the first disciples as recorded in Mark 1:16-20.Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of ChristBelow are the handouts referenced by Reese in this episode.Suggestions for Knowing Jesus BetterReese Neyland Your foundation should be reading, studying, and meditating on the Jesus of the Bible:Read the gospels and imagine what you would do if you were Jesus and compareRead the gospels and ask yourself a question to narrow your focus and learn… ”What do I learn about how Jesus loved?” “What do I learn about the character of Jesus?” “What do I learn about the relationships of Jesus?”Take notes and save them so you will not forget what you have learnedFavorite authors and preachers:Philip YanceyAndy StanleyTimothy KellerDallas WillardMax LucadoScot McKnightFavorite book about Jesus:“The Jesus I Never Knew” by Philip YanceyBook about Jesus I am reading now: “The Emotional Intelligence of Jesus” by Roy M. Oswald and Arland JacobsonFavorite television show about Jesus: “The Chosen” – three seasons to date with more to comeI would love to hear suggestions you might have as well: r.neyland@live.comWhy I Am Still Following Jesus(a personal letter to Jesus)April 12, 2015I was barely 23 years old when I decided to follow you, Jesus. It was just the right time for me. I felt the emptiness of my life so deeply and I found a large group of people who loved you and were serious about following you. Their lives inspired me and gave me hope for my own life. I had never seen that before. I think you had something to do with that – no, I think you had everything to do with that. It seemed almost too good to be true and I wondered if it was. I am sure you remember the hours and hours I spent looking at the evidence to see if I could have a real faith in you. Thank you for providing all the reasons I needed to believe. (Thank you for providing all the reasons anyone needs to believe!) You lived and you died on a cross for me. You were raised from the dead so I could also live a new life. That's why I am still following you. Of course, many years have passed now. More than anything else, it has been a life of joy and blessing. But it has also been just as challenging as you warned me it would be. Perhaps I should say, even harder than I ever thought it might be. If I am honest, most of the time the difficulty is within me…my own struggle with sin, insecurity, and selfishness. Even so, you keep loving me even when I have fallen and disappointed you. Instead of condemnation and retribution, you offer me fatherly discipline, repentance, and forgiveness.

In our last episode of “The Journey”, we talk about the power of the Holy Spirit in a disciple's life and how the Spirit enables us to grow in our faith in Jesus Christ. Robert shares some insight into how you can cooperate with the Holy Spirit's power in your daily life. Whether you're feeling weak, weary, or hungry for more of God, this episode will inspire you to seek and depend on the Holy Spirit's power in your life.We hope you have enjoyed listening to our podcast and learned something valuable from it. We want to thank you for joining us on this journey and supporting our podcast. We'd love to hear from you and how this podcast has helped you on your journey. You can also follow us on social media for more updates and sneak peeks. And don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in joining us on this journey. Thank you for listening!Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of “The Journey”, we discover more about the concept of spiritual discernment and how it helps us to grow as Christians. You'll learn some tips to help you develop and practice spiritual discernment in your daily life. Whether you're seeking guidance, clarity, or confirmation, this episode will equip you to listen to God and follow His leading in your life.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast “Deeper Dive” on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review. We'd love to hear from you and how this podcast is helping you on your journey. And don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in joining us on this journey. Thank you for listening and God bless you!Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of “The Journey”, Robert explains the concept of spiritual walls and how they affect our growth as Christians but also how to overcome them in order to experience God's best for you. Whatever the walls you are facing, this episode will encourage you to trust God and His grace in your life.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast “Deeper Dive” on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review. We'd love to hear from you and how this podcast is helping you on your journey. You can also follow us on social media for more updates and sneak peeks. And don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in joining us on this journey. Thank you for listening and God bless you!Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of “The Journey”, we discover the different stages of spiritual development and how they relate to our growth as Christians. Robert also provides some guidance on how to progress to the next stage. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced seeker of God, this episode will help you understand your spiritual journey better and deepen your relationship with God.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast “Deeper Dive” and leave us a review. We'd love to hear from you and how this podcast is helping you on your journey. You can also follow us on social media for more updates. And don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in joining us on this journey. Thank you for listening and God bless you!Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

In this episode of “The Journey”, we talk about the concept of transformation and what it means for our spiritual growth. Robert Carrillo helps us explore how God can transform our lives and how we can cooperate with His work in us. We also learn some practical steps to embrace transformation and overcome the challenges that come with it. Whether you're feeling stuck, discouraged, or hopeful, this episode will inspire you to trust God and His transforming power in your life.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast “Deeper Dive” on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review. We'd love to hear from you and how this podcast is helping you on your journey. You can also follow us on social media for more updates and sneak peeks. And don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in joining us on this journey. Thank you for listening and God bless you!Click here to donate to the programClick here for more Deeper Dive EpisodesOC Church of Christ

Jesus' ministry was threefold - teaching, preaching and healing. We might know this but have we missed the obvious? Reese Neyland dives into the ministry of Jesus toward the poor and needy that may be lacking today in the church. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

Conflict is unmistakably a part of life. We all deal with it in our homes, workplaces, schools and churches. This means we need help in learning to properly resolve and address conflict. Evangelist, counselor and trainer, David Jung, shows us how to handle the conflict in our lives in a godly and effective way. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

Conflict is unmistakably a part of life. We all deal with it in our homes, workplaces, schools and churches. This means we need help in learning to properly resolve and address conflict. Evangelist, counselor and trainer, David Jung, shows us how to handle the conflict in our lives in a godly and effective way. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

Have the Gospels become stale, predictable or even boring to you? For some of us, after years of studying the Bible we can lose some of the awe and wonder for the biographies about Jesus Christ. Martin Chairez presents the reasons why the gospels, generally speaking, are becoming low impact, predictable and boring. This episode engages a deeper take on how to read the gospels and why we have four of them.  https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

Traci Minor helps us dive deep into the realm of spiritual practices and how they can expand our connection with God. Traci's Simply Holy Living https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAmWS0DCMxNUmDZKoOP32Pg (Simply Holy Living YouTube Channel) https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

We conclude our in-depth look at having a covenant relationship with God with Evangelist and Teacher, Ed Anton. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

Evangelist and teacher, Ed Anton, dives deep into the concept of having a covenant relationship with God. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

We conclude our study of Revelation with part 2 of our Q&A with Gordon Ferguson. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

To conclude our study of Revelation we ask Gordon questions about what he has presented as well as common questions people have about Revelation. Part 2 of the conversation will be continued in our next episode. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive Episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church of Christ)

As we near the end of our series, Gordon Ferguson covers the remaining chapters of Revelation. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to Deeper Dive Podcast) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm/ (Click here for more Deeper Dive episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church)

We continue our study of the book of Revelation with Gordon Ferguson. Gordon goes through the first six chapters and helps us see how the message to the disciples of Christ in the first century applies to us today in the 21st century. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm (Click here for more Deeper Dive episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church Website)

We continue with our second episode from our series REVELATION REVALED with Gordon Ferguson. Gordon addresses some important passages in the Gospels and explains the symbols that are frequently used in the book of Revelation. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm (Click here to listen to more Deeper Dive episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church website )

Check out the first episode of a NEW PODCAST EPISODE SERIES with international teacher and speaker, Gordon Ferguson, REVELATION REVEALED. A pandemic, mask mandates, earthquakes, war, environmental disasters, inflation... could these be the End Times? Is this what the book of Revelation was prophesying about 2,000 years ago? What is God's message through Revelation? In this new series, Gordon examines the symbols, reveals the overarching themes and shows how the early Christians understood it. Most important, he relates how Christians should respond to Revelation today. https://occhurchofchrist.com/give/ (Click here to donate to the program) https://deeperdive.captivate.fm (Click here for more Deeper Dive episodes) https://occhurchofchrist.com/ (OC Church Website)

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Malachi.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets" as Dr. John Oakes gives us some bonus material from Zechariah.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets" as Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Haggai.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. Gregg Marutzky takes us through the book of Zephaniah.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Habakkuk.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Micah.

Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Jonah

Robert Carrillo, Evangelist & member of the ICOC Teaching Committee, teaches about bible interpretation gender roles in the church.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Obadiah.

We continue our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Amos.

Part two of our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Hosea.

Part 1 of our study of the "Minor Prophets." Dr. John Oakes takes us through the book of Hosea.

Dr. Jennifer Konzen teaches about empathy which is the missing ingredient for our society.

Martin Chairez concludes our study of 1 Peter with covering chapter four

Eric Ennis delivers the third lesson of our four-part study of the book of 1st Peter

Martin Chairez delivers the second lesson of our four-part study of the book of 1st Peter.

Eric Ennis delivers the first lesson of our four-part series in the book of 1st Peter