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Are We There Yet?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 31:03


What if the signs everyone is watching… aren't actually meant to predict the end?In this message, we break down what Jesus really said about the end times—and it's not what most people think. From the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 to the chaos we're seeing in the world today, Jesus didn't give us a date… He gave us a warning.⚠️ The signs don't tell us when—they tell us to be ready.In this sermon, you'll discover:What Jesus already predicted (and how it came true)Why wars, chaos, and deception are NOT the endThe biggest danger most people overlookWhat will actually happen when Christ returnsWhy this should give you hope—not fearThis isn't about guessing timelines.It's about being ready for the King.

Israel, Prophecy, & the End Times

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 35:27


What if everything you thought about the end times was wrong? In this episode, we uncover truths that most people ignore—and it might challenge everything you believe.We dive deep into:The real meaning behind everything going in our world today.What most people are missingPersonal stories + unexpected momentsWatch until the end… the last part will hit different.

He's Coming Back: What We Know for Sure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 36:01


What if everything you thought about the end times was missing the main point?Instead of confusion, fear, and endless debates… the Bible gives us something much clearer: Jesus is coming back—and when He does, it won't be close.In this message, we break down what believers have agreed on for generations and what actually happens when Jesus returns. No speculation. No guesswork. Just truth straight from Scripture.

He's Coming Back: What We Know for Sure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 36:01


What if everything you thought about the end times was missing the main point?Instead of confusion, fear, and endless debates… the Bible gives us something much clearer: Jesus is coming back—and when He does, it won't be close.In this message, we break down what believers have agreed on for generations and what actually happens when Jesus returns. No speculation. No guesswork. Just truth straight from Scripture.

The End Times Lies You've Been Told…

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 29:48


What comes to mind when you hear “end times”?Is it fear… confusion… or scenes straight out of movies and books?In this episode, we're breaking down the truth behind the end times—and why so many people (including us) have misunderstood it.We talk about:How modern culture shaped our view of the end timesWhy the early church saw things differentlyThe real story behind teachings like the raptureWhere ideas like Left Behind actually came fromAnd what we can actually be certain about—Jesus will returnThis isn't about fear—it's about clarity.Over the next few weeks, we're diving deep into Scripture, unpacking different perspectives, and challenging assumptions you may not even realize you have.

The End Times Lies You've Been Told…

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 29:48


What comes to mind when you hear “end times”?Is it fear… confusion… or scenes straight out of movies and books?In this episode, we're breaking down the truth behind the end times—and why so many people (including us) have misunderstood it.We talk about:How modern culture shaped our view of the end timesWhy the early church saw things differentlyThe real story behind teachings like the raptureWhere ideas like Left Behind actually came fromAnd what we can actually be certain about—Jesus will returnThis isn't about fear—it's about clarity.Over the next few weeks, we're diving deep into Scripture, unpacking different perspectives, and challenging assumptions you may not even realize you have.

Free Indeed | Easter 2026

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 48:00


What if Easter wasn't about becoming a better version of yourself…but becoming a completely NEW person?In this powerful message, “Free Indeed,” we unpack the truth behind John 8:36 — that real freedom isn't something you earn… it's something Jesus already finished.Too many people are still living:stuck in sinweighed down by shameunsure how to actually live freeBut the resurrection changed everything.This message walks through:✔ Freedom from sin (you're not a slave anymore)✔ Freedom from shame (your past doesn't get a voice)✔ Freedom to live (the life you were actually created for)Based on powerful truths from Ephesians, Romans, and Hebrews, this message will challenge what you thought Easter was all about.

Free Indeed | Easter 2026

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 48:00


What if Easter wasn't about becoming a better version of yourself…but becoming a completely NEW person?In this powerful message, “Free Indeed,” we unpack the truth behind John 8:36 — that real freedom isn't something you earn… it's something Jesus already finished.Too many people are still living:stuck in sinweighed down by shameunsure how to actually live freeBut the resurrection changed everything.This message walks through:✔ Freedom from sin (you're not a slave anymore)✔ Freedom from shame (your past doesn't get a voice)✔ Freedom to live (the life you were actually created for)Based on powerful truths from Ephesians, Romans, and Hebrews, this message will challenge what you thought Easter was all about.

The Cross Was Always the Plan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 64:27


Most people jump straight to Good Friday and Easter Sunday… but skip everything in between. And that might be the mistake.In this episode, we walk through each day of Jesus' final week—from the celebration of Palm Sunday to the betrayal, the temple confrontation, the garden surrender, and ultimately the cross.The shocking truth? The same crowd that shouted “Hosanna” was rejecting Him just days later. Why?Because they wanted a Savior… just not the one Jesus came to be.

The Cross Was Always the Plan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 64:27


Most people jump straight to Good Friday and Easter Sunday… but skip everything in between. And that might be the mistake.In this episode, we walk through each day of Jesus' final week—from the celebration of Palm Sunday to the betrayal, the temple confrontation, the garden surrender, and ultimately the cross.The shocking truth? The same crowd that shouted “Hosanna” was rejecting Him just days later. Why?Because they wanted a Savior… just not the one Jesus came to be.

We've Got Issues Sex Issues (Part 2)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2026 35:00


What if the problem in your marriage isn't your feelings… but your patterns?In this message, we break down 3 powerful, biblical decisions that can completely transform your intimacy, connection, and sex life in marriage. Most couples are waiting to feel something different—but God's design shows us a better way.If your marriage feels stuck, distant, or just “off”… this conversation might be exactly what you need.

We've Got Issues Sex Issues (Part 2)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2026 35:00


What if the problem in your marriage isn't your feelings… but your patterns?In this message, we break down 3 powerful, biblical decisions that can completely transform your intimacy, connection, and sex life in marriage. Most couples are waiting to feel something different—but God's design shows us a better way.If your marriage feels stuck, distant, or just “off”… this conversation might be exactly what you need.

A Marriage & Sex Q&A with Carl & Julie

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 80:19


Welcome back to The Good Life Podcast — and today, we're going LIVE.This is Part 2 of “The Conversation Couples Need to Have” — and we're going even deeper into the real, honest, and sometimes uncomfortable conversations that every marriage needs.Nothing is off the table.Join us LIVE as Pastor Carl and Pastor Julie talk through practical truth, biblical perspective, and real-life wisdom to help you build a stronger, healthier relationship.

A Marriage & Sex Q&A with Carl & Julie

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 80:19


Welcome back to The Good Life Podcast — and today, we're going LIVE.This is Part 2 of “The Conversation Couples Need to Have” — and we're going even deeper into the real, honest, and sometimes uncomfortable conversations that every marriage needs.Nothing is off the table.Join us LIVE as Pastor Carl and Pastor Julie talk through practical truth, biblical perspective, and real-life wisdom to help you build a stronger, healthier relationship.

How Do You Know You're a Christian?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 36:29


Most people think they're Christians… but what if they're wrong?In this message, Clayton King tackles one of the most important questions you could ever ask: How do you know you're truly saved?So many people build their faith on misconceptions:“I'm a good person”“I was raised in a Christian family”“I love everyone”“I go to church”But none of those guarantee eternal life.The Bible gives a clear answer:“If you confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” — Romans 10:9In this sermon, you'll discover:✔ What real salvation actually looks like✔ The difference between religion and true faith✔ How to know with confidence that you have eternal lifeThis isn't about guessing.This is about KNOWING.

How Do You Know You're a Christian?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 36:29


Most people think they're Christians… but what if they're wrong?In this message, Clayton King tackles one of the most important questions you could ever ask: How do you know you're truly saved?So many people build their faith on misconceptions:“I'm a good person”“I was raised in a Christian family”“I love everyone”“I go to church”But none of those guarantee eternal life.The Bible gives a clear answer:“If you confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” — Romans 10:9In this sermon, you'll discover:✔ What real salvation actually looks like✔ The difference between religion and true faith✔ How to know with confidence that you have eternal lifeThis isn't about guessing.This is about KNOWING.

The Conversation Most Couples Avoid… But NEED to Have

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 54:35


The Conversation Couples Need to HaveThis might be the most important—and most uncomfortable—conversation we've had on the podcast.After this week's message, we realized something: A lot of couples aren't struggling with love… they're struggling with intimacy.In this episode, Carl and Julie open up about the real challenges couples face, the lessons they've learned over the years, and practical ways to rebuild connection in marriage.We're talking about the things most couples avoid:• Why intimacy can feel frustrating or painful• The real reason many couples feel disconnected• How men and women approach intimacy differently• The silent killers of intimacy (that no one talks about)• And simple, practical ways to start reconnectingGod designed intimacy to strengthen your marriage—not strain it.But without communication, intention, and pursuit… it can quickly become a source of distance instead of connection.

The Conversation Most Couples Avoid… But NEED to Have

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 54:35


The Conversation Couples Need to HaveThis might be the most important—and most uncomfortable—conversation we've had on the podcast.After this week's message, we realized something: A lot of couples aren't struggling with love… they're struggling with intimacy.In this episode, Carl and Julie open up about the real challenges couples face, the lessons they've learned over the years, and practical ways to rebuild connection in marriage.We're talking about the things most couples avoid:• Why intimacy can feel frustrating or painful• The real reason many couples feel disconnected• How men and women approach intimacy differently• The silent killers of intimacy (that no one talks about)• And simple, practical ways to start reconnectingGod designed intimacy to strengthen your marriage—not strain it.But without communication, intention, and pursuit… it can quickly become a source of distance instead of connection.

The Silent Marriage Killer Nobody Talks About

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 68:11


What if the biggest threat to your marriage isn't an affair… money… or even conflict?What if it's unlimited access to you.In today's world, everything demands your attention — work, phones, social media, coworkers, family expectations, and constant distractions. And when everyone has access to you, your spouse often gets whatever is left.Most marriages don't collapse in one dramatic moment. They slowly erode through a thousand small permissions.A little more access here.A little less protection there.Late nights at work.Private conversations.Phones that become more guarded than the relationship.And before anyone realizes it, the boundaries that once protected the marriage are gone. In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we talk about how to build healthy boundaries that protect your marriage and family so they don't just survive — they thrive.We cover:• Why boundaries are protection, not rejection• The vineyard principle that explains how marriages slowly deteriorate• The 6 areas where every marriage needs boundaries• Why busyness is quietly starving relationships• How social media and phones are impacting marriages• Emotional boundaries that protect against affairs• Financial transparency that builds trust• Practical boundaries every couple should implement todayWe also walk through biblical wisdom from Romans 12:1–2 on living differently than the patterns of the world — including in our marriages.If you want a stronger marriage, healthier relationships, and a thriving family, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

The Silent Marriage Killer Nobody Talks About

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 68:11


What if the biggest threat to your marriage isn't an affair… money… or even conflict?What if it's unlimited access to you.In today's world, everything demands your attention — work, phones, social media, coworkers, family expectations, and constant distractions. And when everyone has access to you, your spouse often gets whatever is left.Most marriages don't collapse in one dramatic moment. They slowly erode through a thousand small permissions.A little more access here.A little less protection there.Late nights at work.Private conversations.Phones that become more guarded than the relationship.And before anyone realizes it, the boundaries that once protected the marriage are gone. In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we talk about how to build healthy boundaries that protect your marriage and family so they don't just survive — they thrive.We cover:• Why boundaries are protection, not rejection• The vineyard principle that explains how marriages slowly deteriorate• The 6 areas where every marriage needs boundaries• Why busyness is quietly starving relationships• How social media and phones are impacting marriages• Emotional boundaries that protect against affairs• Financial transparency that builds trust• Practical boundaries every couple should implement todayWe also walk through biblical wisdom from Romans 12:1–2 on living differently than the patterns of the world — including in our marriages.If you want a stronger marriage, healthier relationships, and a thriving family, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

We've Got Issues Boundary Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 34:45


We've Got Issues | Boundary Issues | Carl NicholsIn this message from our We've Got Issues series, Pastor Carl Nichols talks about one of the biggest challenges in modern marriages: boundaries. Culture constantly tries to shape how relationships work, but God's Word calls us to something better. When boundaries are unclear or ignored, marriages often drift toward what culture says is normal instead of what God designed. In this message, we explore six areas where marriages commonly struggle with boundaries and how Scripture helps us protect what matters most.Looking for the homework? Head here: https://www.myrelevant.cc/boundariesRomans 12:1–2 reminds us not to conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.Topics covered in this message:In-law boundariesWork & time boundariesDigital & electronic boundariesEmotional & opposite-sex boundariesFinancial boundariesSexual boundariesHealthy boundaries are not about rejection—they are about protection.When we intentionally establish them, we create space for trust, intimacy, and a marriage that honors God.Boundaries don't limit love—they protect it.

We've Got Issues Boundary Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 34:45


We've Got Issues | Boundary Issues | Carl NicholsIn this message from our We've Got Issues series, Pastor Carl Nichols talks about one of the biggest challenges in modern marriages: boundaries. Culture constantly tries to shape how relationships work, but God's Word calls us to something better. When boundaries are unclear or ignored, marriages often drift toward what culture says is normal instead of what God designed. In this message, we explore six areas where marriages commonly struggle with boundaries and how Scripture helps us protect what matters most.Looking for the homework? Head here: https://www.myrelevant.cc/boundariesRomans 12:1–2 reminds us not to conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.Topics covered in this message:In-law boundariesWork & time boundariesDigital & electronic boundariesEmotional & opposite-sex boundariesFinancial boundariesSexual boundariesHealthy boundaries are not about rejection—they are about protection.When we intentionally establish them, we create space for trust, intimacy, and a marriage that honors God.Boundaries don't limit love—they protect it.

How Temperament Shapes Communication in Marriage

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 72:37


Why do healthy couples still fight?It's not always a love problem. Most of the time… it's a wiring problem. in this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we break down The Five Temperaments (Simplified) and how understanding your internal processing style can completely transform communication in your marriage. Conflict isn't optional. Avoidance is. And avoidance always leads to distance, assumptions, and resentment. Using biblical wisdom like Ephesians 4:26 and James 1:19, we explore why unresolved anger becomes poison — and how emotionally healthy engagement builds peace instead of tension.You'll learn:• Why communication breaks down over time • The 5 temperaments and how each processes conflict • Why your spouse isn't wrong — just different • A practical communication model that actually works • How to take a healthy “time out” without creating distance • How to repair quickly and build lasting connectionThe Five Temperaments:• Choleric – The Driver • Sanguine – The Expressor • Phlegmatic – The Peacekeeper • Melancholic – The Analyzer • Supine – The ServantTwo imperfect people doing life together daily is a recipe for conflict — especially with kids, stress, and unmet expectations.But peace isn't built through silence. It's built through effort. If this helps you, share it with someone who needs it.Let's build marriages that engage — not avoid.

How Temperament Shapes Communication in Marriage

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 72:37


Why do healthy couples still fight?It's not always a love problem. Most of the time… it's a wiring problem. in this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we break down The Five Temperaments (Simplified) and how understanding your internal processing style can completely transform communication in your marriage. Conflict isn't optional. Avoidance is. And avoidance always leads to distance, assumptions, and resentment. Using biblical wisdom like Ephesians 4:26 and James 1:19, we explore why unresolved anger becomes poison — and how emotionally healthy engagement builds peace instead of tension.You'll learn:• Why communication breaks down over time • The 5 temperaments and how each processes conflict • Why your spouse isn't wrong — just different • A practical communication model that actually works • How to take a healthy “time out” without creating distance • How to repair quickly and build lasting connectionThe Five Temperaments:• Choleric – The Driver • Sanguine – The Expressor • Phlegmatic – The Peacekeeper • Melancholic – The Analyzer • Supine – The ServantTwo imperfect people doing life together daily is a recipe for conflict — especially with kids, stress, and unmet expectations.But peace isn't built through silence. It's built through effort. If this helps you, share it with someone who needs it.Let's build marriages that engage — not avoid.

We've Got Communication Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 32:30


Nobody talks about this part of relationships. The real issue isn't compatibility. It isn't communication. It's selfishness.In this message, we unpack how culture has shaped marriage around advantage, legacy, and control — and how the Gospel completely flips that mindset upside down. Walking through Romans 12:9–10, we'll look at what it actually means to love sincerely, honor one another, and dismantle selfishness in our relationships.If you've ever felt tension, pride, or power struggles in your marriage or dating relationship… this one's for you.Watch until the end — this might challenge you.

We've Got Communication Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 32:30


Nobody talks about this part of relationships. The real issue isn't compatibility. It isn't communication. It's selfishness.In this message, we unpack how culture has shaped marriage around advantage, legacy, and control — and how the Gospel completely flips that mindset upside down. Walking through Romans 12:9–10, we'll look at what it actually means to love sincerely, honor one another, and dismantle selfishness in our relationships.If you've ever felt tension, pride, or power struggles in your marriage or dating relationship… this one's for you.Watch until the end — this might challenge you.

Love. Respect. Submission.

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 75:05


When does Julie feel most loved?When does Carl feel most respected?And what does it actually mean to “submit” in marriage?In this episode, we're diving into one of the most misunderstood passages in the Bible; Ephesians 5 — and unpacking what love, respect, headship, and submission really mean in context.We explore:• How marriage worked in the Roman world• The five modern patterns of marriage we fall into• Why the Gospel dismantles selfishness• What “submit to one another” actually means• The difference between domination and devotion• The real meaning of agape love and biblical respectThe world's pattern of marriage asks: What do I get? The Gospel's pattern asks: What can I give?And at the end… we ask each other questions we didn't prepare for. No rehearsed answers. No editing the emotion. Just real conversation. If you're married, engaged, dating, or just trying to understand what biblical marriage really looks like, this conversation is for you.Love isn't chemistry.Respect isn't fear.Marriage isn't negotiation.It's covenant.

Love. Respect. Submission.

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 75:05


When does Julie feel most loved?When does Carl feel most respected?And what does it actually mean to “submit” in marriage?In this episode, we're diving into one of the most misunderstood passages in the Bible; Ephesians 5 — and unpacking what love, respect, headship, and submission really mean in context.We explore:• How marriage worked in the Roman world• The five modern patterns of marriage we fall into• Why the Gospel dismantles selfishness• What “submit to one another” actually means• The difference between domination and devotion• The real meaning of agape love and biblical respectThe world's pattern of marriage asks: What do I get? The Gospel's pattern asks: What can I give?And at the end… we ask each other questions we didn't prepare for. No rehearsed answers. No editing the emotion. Just real conversation. If you're married, engaged, dating, or just trying to understand what biblical marriage really looks like, this conversation is for you.Love isn't chemistry.Respect isn't fear.Marriage isn't negotiation.It's covenant.

Your Marriage Problems Aren't Random… They're Rooted in Sin

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 58:48


What if the fight you had last night wasn't random… but rehearsed?In this episode of our We've Got Issues Marriage & Family series, we tackle something most couples avoid talking about:Sin.Not just “mistakes.”Not just “bad communication.”Not just “trauma.”We're talking about:Present sin ,Past sin, Hidden sin, Sin done to you, & Sin done by youBecause every family issue traces back to someone's sin.Sometimes it's your spouse.Sometimes it's your kids.Sometimes it's wounds from your past.And sometimes… it's you.We break down:The root of all sin (choosing self over God)The three categories from 1 John 2:16 — lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, pride of lifeHow sin trains your nervous system and creates patternsWhy trauma explains reactions but doesn't excuse sinful responsesHow hidden sin silently shapes your tone, patience, and presenceWhat real repentance actually looks like at homeWhy sin feels so right in the moment — and why it always overpromises and underdeliversIf you're tired of rehearsing the same conflict, carrying the same resentment, or living in the same cycle — this conversation is for you.Because sin is never marketed as destruction…It's marketed as freedom.And until it's addressed, it will keep shaping your marriage and family.#Marriage #ChristianMarriage #Family #Repentance #WeveGotIssues

Your Marriage Problems Aren't Random… They're Rooted in Sin

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 58:48


What if the fight you had last night wasn't random… but rehearsed?In this episode of our We've Got Issues Marriage & Family series, we tackle something most couples avoid talking about:Sin.Not just “mistakes.”Not just “bad communication.”Not just “trauma.”We're talking about:Present sin ,Past sin, Hidden sin, Sin done to you, & Sin done by youBecause every family issue traces back to someone's sin.Sometimes it's your spouse.Sometimes it's your kids.Sometimes it's wounds from your past.And sometimes… it's you.We break down:The root of all sin (choosing self over God)The three categories from 1 John 2:16 — lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, pride of lifeHow sin trains your nervous system and creates patternsWhy trauma explains reactions but doesn't excuse sinful responsesHow hidden sin silently shapes your tone, patience, and presenceWhat real repentance actually looks like at homeWhy sin feels so right in the moment — and why it always overpromises and underdeliversIf you're tired of rehearsing the same conflict, carrying the same resentment, or living in the same cycle — this conversation is for you.Because sin is never marketed as destruction…It's marketed as freedom.And until it's addressed, it will keep shaping your marriage and family.#Marriage #ChristianMarriage #Family #Repentance #WeveGotIssues

Sin Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 33:21


We're kicking off a brand-new series called We've Got Issues — and no, it's not about how your family is worse than everyone else's. It's about being human.Every marriage. Every parent. Every home. We all have issues. But most of what we call “family problems” are really heart problems. Not just communication issues. Not just schedule conflicts. Not just personality differences.At the root? Sin.In this message, we walk through Epistle to the Romans 3:9–12 and uncover a hard but freeing truth: we don't have occasional sin problems — we have a sin nature. And until we name the real issue, we'll keep chasing the wrong solutions. This isn't about behavior modification. t's about heart transformation. If you name the wrong problem, you'll chase the wrong solution. But where sin is named, grace can finally do its work.Healed families start with honest hearts.

Sin Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 33:21


We're kicking off a brand-new series called We've Got Issues — and no, it's not about how your family is worse than everyone else's. It's about being human.Every marriage. Every parent. Every home. We all have issues. But most of what we call “family problems” are really heart problems. Not just communication issues. Not just schedule conflicts. Not just personality differences.At the root? Sin.In this message, we walk through Epistle to the Romans 3:9–12 and uncover a hard but freeing truth: we don't have occasional sin problems — we have a sin nature. And until we name the real issue, we'll keep chasing the wrong solutions. This isn't about behavior modification. t's about heart transformation. If you name the wrong problem, you'll chase the wrong solution. But where sin is named, grace can finally do its work.Healed families start with honest hearts.

Desire, Sex and Shame

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 66:47


Every civilization thinks it finally figured out sex. Rome thought that. America thinks that. Scripture says… not so fast.

Desire, Sex and Shame

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 66:47


Every civilization thinks it finally figured out sex. Rome thought that. America thinks that. Scripture says… not so fast.

I've Got Desire Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 37:40


When worship drifts, desire disorders. What we love shapes how we live.Romans 1:21–32 shows a pattern most people never notice happening in their own life:They knew God.They stopped honoring God.They stopped thanking God.Their thinking became futile.Their hearts were darkened.They exchanged truth for lies.They worshiped created things rather than the Creator.

I've Got Desire Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 37:40


When worship drifts, desire disorders. What we love shapes how we live.Romans 1:21–32 shows a pattern most people never notice happening in their own life:They knew God.They stopped honoring God.They stopped thanking God.Their thinking became futile.Their hearts were darkened.They exchanged truth for lies.They worshiped created things rather than the Creator.

Authority, Morality, & Social Disorder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 51:54


Welcome back to Episode 3 of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast 

Authority, Morality, & Social Disorder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 51:54


Welcome back to Episode 3 of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast 

I've Got Worship Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 40:40


What if the problem in our world isn't political… social… or generational? What if it's worship?In Romans 1:18–23, Paul gives a chilling progression that explains exactly why societies unravel, why truth feels blurred, why anxiety is rising, and why confusion seems to sit on the throne of our culture.This message exposes the real issue underneath it all:Not a morality problem.Not an information problem.A worship problem.In this message, Carl Nichols walks through how:• Truth gets suppressed• Gratitude disappears• Pride masquerades as progress• Confusion replaces clarity• And idols begin to look normalYou'll see why the chaos we're experiencing isn't random — it's the natural result of exchanging the glory of God for something else.

I've Got Worship Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 40:40


What if the problem in our world isn't political… social… or generational? What if it's worship?In Romans 1:18–23, Paul gives a chilling progression that explains exactly why societies unravel, why truth feels blurred, why anxiety is rising, and why confusion seems to sit on the throne of our culture.This message exposes the real issue underneath it all:Not a morality problem.Not an information problem.A worship problem.In this message, Carl Nichols walks through how:• Truth gets suppressed• Gratitude disappears• Pride masquerades as progress• Confusion replaces clarity• And idols begin to look normalYou'll see why the chaos we're experiencing isn't random — it's the natural result of exchanging the glory of God for something else.

Truth, Islam, & The Holy Spirit

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 64:23


Welcome back to Episode 2 of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast 

Truth, Islam, & The Holy Spirit

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 64:23


Welcome back to Episode 2 of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast 

Breaking Free: Identity & Codependency

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 58:12


Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast is officially here!

Breaking Free: Identity & Codependency

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 58:12


Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast is officially here!

I've Got Truth Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 37:28


You don't have a behavior problem, you have a truth problem.In Romans 1:16–20, Paul reminds us that truth isn't something we create or feel into existence; it's something God reveals. This message confronts the lies of relativism, self-created identity, and pluralism, and calls us back to living by faith, not feelings.The gospel reveals the righteousness of God, the power of salvation, and the truth that sets us free. The question is simple: Will you live by feelings, or will you live by faith?Tune in to The Good Life Podcast weekly to explore this week's message and other topics that will help you live The Good Life God designed for you.https://youtube.com/@thegoodlifewithcarlnichols?si=OhfsNYn9VCKliXlU

I've Got Truth Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 37:28


You don't have a behavior problem, you have a truth problem.In Romans 1:16–20, Paul reminds us that truth isn't something we create or feel into existence; it's something God reveals. This message confronts the lies of relativism, self-created identity, and pluralism, and calls us back to living by faith, not feelings.The gospel reveals the righteousness of God, the power of salvation, and the truth that sets us free. The question is simple: Will you live by feelings, or will you live by faith?Tune in to The Good Life Podcast weekly to explore this week's message and other topics that will help you live The Good Life God designed for you.https://youtube.com/@thegoodlifewithcarlnichols?si=OhfsNYn9VCKliXlU

I've Got Faith Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 35:39


I've Got Issues | “I've Got Faith Issues” | Pastor Carl NicholsMost people don't struggle with believing in God, they struggle with trusting God.In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols challenges a common misconception about faith. We don't usually doubt God's existence; we wrestle with whether He is truly good and trustworthy. Using Romans 1 and Hebrews 11, this teaching unpacks what faith really is, how it grows, and how it's revealed through obedience.

I've Got Faith Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 35:39


I've Got Issues | “I've Got Faith Issues” | Pastor Carl NicholsMost people don't struggle with believing in God, they struggle with trusting God.In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols challenges a common misconception about faith. We don't usually doubt God's existence; we wrestle with whether He is truly good and trustworthy. Using Romans 1 and Hebrews 11, this teaching unpacks what faith really is, how it grows, and how it's revealed through obedience.

I've Got Identity Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 37:24


If you don't know who you are, you'll keep acting out of who you're not.We're living in a time where identity confusion is everywhere. Culture is shaping how people see themselves, often in ways that leave them feeling replaceable, self-made, and ultimately lost. In this message, we confront the root of the issue and return to the truth of who we are in Christ.

I've Got Identity Issues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 37:24


If you don't know who you are, you'll keep acting out of who you're not.We're living in a time where identity confusion is everywhere. Culture is shaping how people see themselves, often in ways that leave them feeling replaceable, self-made, and ultimately lost. In this message, we confront the root of the issue and return to the truth of who we are in Christ.

Hope is Here

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 28:54


Christmas is not just the celebration of a birth—it's the arrival of hope into a hopeless world. Join Pastor Carl Nichols as he shares how the promise of Jesus meets us right in the middle of our mess.

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