Walk On with Brent Faulkner

Jesus tells us, "Do not worry." It often seems like worry is out of our control. But what if Jesus meant what he said? What if it is possible to choose to not worry? This episode is audio from a recent sermon. In it, I share what I think is the antidote to worry. 

At the end of the sermon on the mount, Jesus warns his followers of false prophets. How will we know who is a false prophet? Jesus says, "you will know them by their fruit." In this podcast we dive into that statement and discover how counter cultural it really is. We then end with a moment of prayer reflection. Lectio365 app

In Revelation 4 & 5, John has a vision of a throne. This vision reveals a subversive truth about power that gave hope to Christians in the first century, and has relevance for our lives today. Other episodes referenced: The Lion and The Lamb

It's one of the most well known verses, but each word of John 3:16 carries immense depth if you take time to meditate upon it. Here is the final Advent Reflection of this season. Merry Christmas!

The holidays should bring joy, right? Perhaps something deeper is our source of joy. You owe it to yourself to take a few minutes this season to reflect on the Joy we have in Christ. This is the third of four Advent Reflections.

What does peace mean for you in this season? Take a moment to prayerfully reflect on the coming Prince of Peace. This is the second of four Advent reflections.

What does it look like to wait with hope? Carve out a few minutes of your busy holiday season to reflect on the significance of our faith. This is one of four Advent reflections. 

The story of Cain and Abel in Genesis 4 is the story of the first murder and the damage of sin. But is there more to the story? Could this tragedy also reveal the goodness of God? Discover the good news in the story of Cain and Abel. 

Let's get political...but in the first century. Understanding how Jesus engaged in the political world of his day can provide insight for Jesus followers today. In this episode we dig into the reaction of first century Jews to the Roman Empire and compare that with the actions of Jesus. What we discover will provide a roadmap for us today. 

In a world that is more polarized than ever, we're facing a crisis of understanding. In this episode, I share a sermon that looks to Jesus as the model of true understanding. We'll discover how humility and curiosity and help change our perspectives and help us truly seek to understand. 

Here's a sermon I gave that provides an overview of Part 2 of Trust Fall. Discover the good news in the Fall of Man. Get the Book

I fully intended to do an episode on each chapter of Trust Fall, but that hasn't worked out with my current schedule. So instead of making you wait, here is a sermon I gave at my local church providing an overview of Part 1 of the book. An overview of part 2 will arrive soon. Thanks for listening! Get the book: Trust Fall

How should we understand our desires? Do they help us connect to God or draw us away? This episode covers chapters 4 and 5 in Trust Fall: How the Fall of Man reveals a God worth trusting. Discover how the breakdown of trust can leave us living less than human. Get the Book!Contact Brent: brent@walkonpodcast.com

Is it possible that you don't see reality as God intends? In this episode, we dig into the serpent's question at the beginning of Genesis 3. It's a question that leads Adam and Eve into the path of deception. It's also a question you and I have to wrestle with today. We cover content from chapter 3 of Trust Fall: How the Fall of Man reveals a God worth trusting.Get the book!Connect with Brent: brent@walkonpodcast.com

It is important to understand how the Biblical story begins. If we start the story in Genesis chapter 3, we miss foundational truths about God and our relationship to Him. This episode looks at chapters 1 & 2 from Trust Fall: How the Fall of Man reveals a God worth trusting.  Get the book!I'd love to hear from you! Contact me at brent@walkonpodcast.com

I celebrate the launch of my book, Trust Fall: How the Fall of Man reveals a God worth trusting. I share about the book's creation, why I wrote it, and what I hope it accomplishes. Plus, you get to hear the book's introduction. Purchase Trust Fall Email Brent at brent@walkonpodcast.com

We assume gratitude is simply a response to something good. Is it possible to have gratitude in the face of difficult circumstances? Beyond just a polite response, the Bible talks about gratitude in much deeper ways that actually give us tools to  hold grief, anxiety, and stress along with gratitude. This episode is audio from a sermon Brent gave at his church. 

Jesus promises to be where two or three are gathered, but why two or three? What exactly does that mean? Christians often share this phrase as a nice platitude, but perhaps there is a deeper truth to discover. 

The Lion and the Lamb is a phrase often used to describe Jesus. But what does it really mean? You might discover the phrase is not what you think. In this episode we journey from Genesis to Revelation as we learn about the hope and counter cultural message of the lion and the lamb. 

In our fast paced, results oriented culture, it's not uncommon to face moments of burn out. This episode is audio from a sermon addressing the topic of burn out, mindsets that lead us there, and practices that can keep us healthy. 

The phrase "born again" gets a lot of mileage in certain Christian circles, but what exactly did the phrase mean when Jesus first used it? This episode dives into the context of John chapter 3 to discover deeper insight into this phrase and its meaning for us today. 

Why do Christians believe God speaks to them? If God is speaking, how can we best listen? This episode is audio from a sermon titled, Speak Lord. Put it into practice: Listening Prayer Guide

1 Corinthians 11 has some scary verses that can bring fear and worry when we take communion. What does it mean to take it in an unworthy manner? How might we be eating and drinking judgement on ourselves? We'll discover there is a lot more to this passage than we may realize, especially when you don't approach it through a lens of fear. Get in touch: brent@walkonpodcast.com

"Happy is the one who takes your babies and smashes them against the rocks." This isn't a phrase you'd expect to find in the Bible. What's going on with this line at the end of Psalm 137? As we dig into the context we'll discover how something that sounds so horrendous is actually a beautiful invitation to God's presence. This episode continues the Fear Not series. Be sure to check out previous episodes that set up the series. Walk On episode on The Power of LamentGet in touch! Email me at brent@walkonpodcast.com

What is the unforgivable sin? Have you committed it? The idea of the unforgivable sin has created fear for many. In this episode, we dig into the scripture this idea comes from and try to shed some light on this scary topic.Get in contact with Brent: brent@walkonpodcast.com

What does it mean that God will punish children for the sin of their parents to the 3rd and 4th generations? That sounds a little scary.  This episode kicks off a periodic series called "Fear Not" where we dig into some of the scarier and confusing scriptures that may cause some of us fear. Let Brent know what scriptures you find scary and confusing... Email him at brent@walkonpodcast.com

The story of Zacchaeus is a story of incredible transformation, but what made that change possible? What can we learn from Zacchaeus' story today?Dive deeper into the topic: Listen to this sermon from Brent.

The Old Testament story of Jonah has ripple effects into the teaching of Jesus. This short episode is the third installment in this series. The influence of Jonah turns up in some surprising places, and yet still speaks to us today. Listen to the first episode of this series - Jonah: More than a WhaleCheck out the book that inspired this episode - The Prodigal Prophet

Could Jesus be hinting at the story of Jonah when he calms the storm? What might he be teaching his disciples, and what can we learn from it today? 

The story of Jonah has ripples into the ministry of Jesus. This episode dives into Jesus' direct mention of Jonah in Matthew 12.  What was Jesus trying to communicate and what does that mean for us today?

You may know the part about the whale, but the story of Jonah holds so much more. This episode digs into the provocative and challenging message the book of Jonah is communicating. Dig Deeper into Jonah:The Prodigal Prophet by Tim KellerJonah Overview from The Bible Project

Two short letters in the new testament give us insight into two big ideas: truth and love. This episode dives in to 2 John and 3 John and we learn what happens when truth and love come together. 

This episode looks at the tabernacle, Jesus, and the body of Christ to discover simple yet profound realities of God's presence in our lives. 

Two disciples. Two betrayals. Two drastically different legacies. What can we learn about God's grace through Judas and Peter?

A.W. Tozer said, "what you think about when you think about God is the most important thing about you." This episode is audio from a sermon that dives deep into this topic to discover that what we think God thinks about us makes all the difference. 

It may be the shortest verse of the english Bible, but these two words hold so much depth and varied opinion about who Jesus is, what he has done, and how he feels about us. Why did Jesus weep? There may be more to it than you realize.

There are two fundamental postures from which we live our faith: For God or From God. The same outward actions may have entirely different starting points in the heart. Discover how God really sees you and how that changes how you live your faith.

Work is often seen as a four letter word. What is God's intent for the work we do? This episode journeys through scripture to help redefine the idea of work and help you find the work in your job. 

It's one of the most well known sections of scripture. But more than beautiful poetry, Psalm 23 contains perspective changing truth that can bring rest to your soul.This episode was previously posted in June 2019.

The creation account in Genesis goes out of its way to emphasize God resting. Why? What does that ancient story have to do with our modern lives? Perhaps more than we realize. 

When you think of God, what expression is on his face? A frown? A smile? The priestly blessing from Numbers 6 gives us a hint...and it's all true because of Jesus. 

The spirit of God is a song with a rhythm unique from anything else. How can you learn to hear that rhythm and walk in step with it? What does the Holy Spirit do for followers of Jesus? 

Imaginative prayer is a spiritual practice that can bring life to scripture and to your prayers. This episode dives in to the origin and goal of imaginative prayer, then leads you through a prayer focused on John 20. 

When you think of Jesus what do you see? Can envisioning the humanity of Jesus help you experience his love more? This episode ponders the truth that Jesus is the fullness of God in a human body and ends with an imaginative prayer based off the road to Emmaus. Watch The Chosen

Is there a limit to God's love? If not, are you moving further in to it or settling for where you are? In this last episode of the Lent and Narnia series we look at The Last Battle. We also do imaginative prayer on experiencing more of God's love. 

How does God want us to handle our fears? Understanding his presence in the midst of our fears may be more powerful than you realize. We continue reading from The Chronicles of Narnia in this season of Lent. This episode's reading is from Prince Caspian.

Why do we need to pray if God already knows what we need? Perhaps there is something more to asking than meeting a need. We use an excerpt from The Magicians Nephew to help us see that Jesus is relentlessly relational.

Excerpts from The Chronicles of Narnia help us reflect in the season of Lent. This episode we look at Prince Caspian. God is bigger than you can imagine. When is the last time you stood in wonder of God?

Excerpts from The Chronicles of Narnia help us reflect in the season of Lent. This episode we look at The Last Battle and discover how to find freedom from what holds us captive.

Excerpts from The Chronicles of Narnia help us reflect in the season of Lent. In this episode we look at The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and how a moment of surrender leads to transformation.

How can the desires you wrestle with actually point you toward God? Could your focus on fighting sin be the thing distracting you from something deeper? Be sure to experience the special moment of meditative prayer towards the end of the episode.