Without Exception | Everyday Christianity

Hello everyone, I wanted to let you know that I am closing out the first season of this podcast. I hope to return sometime around the New Year with fresh content and a few changes. Until then, let's continue to live out our faith each day, without exception.   

In a divided world, it can be easy to pick sides and not consider others. Yet, Christians are commanded to love their neighbor. So, who exactly is your neighbor? In this episode, we'll overview a familiar passage of Scripture to see if there's a good answer to this question. 

All of us inevitably interact with money, as we really don't have a choice. Yet, we can certainly handle our money responsibly in a way that honors God  In this episode, I'll share a testimony from my own life regarding this subject that I hope is an encouragement to you and challenge you to establish a budget for your personal finances. 

All of us have been given personal gifts and talents by the grace of God. Even if we have cultivated them, they originated from Him. In this episode, we'll overview how we should seek to do two things with these gifts, serve others and glorify God. 

Time is our most important resource, and we are forced to spend it. Yet, are we spending it on what matters most? In this episode, you'll be challenged to look at your priorities in life and ensure you are being a good manager of the time God has given to you. 

In all of our lives, God has entrusted us to be good managers of many things. These can include our time, money, physical bodies, or even talents and personal gifting. Seeing life through a stewardship lens helps us to acknowledge that what we have is from God and should be used to glorify him. In this episode, we'll begin a discussion of this topic which will last for a few episodes. 

In this episode, we'll overview a portion of Scripture promoting joy that surprisingly comes from the book of Ecclesiastes. Josiah will also share about some of his personal struggles in this area and how God has been using this in his own life.   

In this episode, we will look at an instance from King David's life in the Old Testament. We'll learn about the importance of integrity and realize that sometimes sin has consequences, even if God has forgiven it.  I hope it is a blessing to you!

This week we're continuing a discussion on eternity. In this episode, we'll overview things we should avoid in order to effectively steward the lives we've been entrusted by God.  I hope it is a blessing to you!

In this episode we'll overview the importance of having an eternal perspective throughout life. During difficult times keeping our eyes set on Jesus Christ and the hope of eternal life is essential to persevering.  I hope this episode is a blessing to you!

In this episode we continue the discussion of biblical hermeneutics. Hermeneutics is essentially the study of principles for biblical interpretation. These episodes should help you answer the question, "How do I read/study the Bible?".  Today, we're overviewing the ideas of genre and the Counsel of Scripture. To properly interpret a biblical text we need to ensure that our interpretation is in alignment with the rest of the Bible. I hope this episode is a blessing to you!

In this episode we continue the discussion of biblical hermeneutics. Hermeneutics is essentially the study of principles for biblical interpretation. These episodes should help you answer the question, "How do I read/study the Bible?".  In this episode, we're overviewing the principle of historical cultural context, which often adds a lot of additional meaning and value to the text. I hope it is a blessing to you!

In this episode we begin our dive into the topic of hermeneutics which will last the next few episodes. Hermeneutics essentially is studying principles of biblical interpretation. These episodes should help you answer the question, "How do I read/study the Bible?".  In this episode, we're overviewing the principle of literary context, which is crucial to proper interpretation of Scripture. I hope it is a blessing to you!

In your personal reading of Scripture, you always have to choose which translation to read. But which translations are best, and why? This episode overviews Bible translations and the two primary categories of word for word versus thought for thought and approaches for choosing which translation is best for you. 

This episode highlights the importance of regular Scripture reading and not depending solely on a weekly "meal" at church. We'll reference a few studies and personal examples alongside Scripture to establish the need for a regular habit of reading. 

When Paul the Apostle was on his second missionary journey he encountered a group of Jews who were willing to search the Old Testament Scriptures to see if what he said was legitimate. Today, believers have ready access to the entire Bible and yet we often don't confirm things we see or hear with Scripture. In this episode, you'll be encouraged to make this a practice and in the subsequent episodes we're going to look at how we should go about studying the Bible. 

During Jesus' earthly ministry he called many people to follow him. Many followed him immediately, some refused to follow him, and some seemed to be interested but had excuses. However, Jesus was not interested in having followers with other priorities and Christians today have the same mandate for him to be first in their lives. In this episode, we'll look at an instance in Luke's gospel where two men didn't follow Jesus because they had other things to do first.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

In the New Testament, there is a largely unknown character who makes a great impact on the world through his ministry. His name is Ananias. Now although in Scripture he only prays for one person, it just so happens that it is Saul of Tarsus who becomes the great Apostle Paul. Through his example we can see that numbers are not really a great measure for success as Christians and that we should not look at people as statistics.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

One time in the Old Testament King Saul found himself in a hard situation where his obedience to God was tested. Unfortunately, he failed the test. In this week's episode we'll discuss that sometimes desperate times do not call for desperate measures. Instead, for the Christian, obedience to God should always be the primary goal, even during desperate and difficult times.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Continuing the discussion of grace, in this episode we're going to overview how grace has come to teach and train us to renounce ungodliness and to live a God-honoring life. Grace gives instruction, teaches, and empowers believers to live uprightly in this present age.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

After beginning the topic of grace last week, this week we're going to discuss the idea of not receiving God's grace in vain. God's grace is meant to transform us, not to keep us the same. In this episode we'll overview that God's grace isn't a license to sin, but a license to be used by God.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Grace is a very prevalent topic throughout the New Testament, but how does it work in our lives? In this first episode of a series on grace, we'll overview what grace means and how Jesus' sacrifice and the free gift of salvation is the ultimate expression of God's grace.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Throughout the Bible believers are commanded to think on things that are above, or things of the Spirit. Jesus shared that the greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind. In this episode, we'll look at some of these verses and the implications they have for our lives today.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Jesus said that the kingdom of God must be received as a child, but what does this mean? In this episode, we'll discuss some qualities of children that are applicable to receiving the kingdom including dependence, humility, and wonder.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Idolatry has taken many different forms since it first became a problem for the nation of Israel. While none of us likely have a golden calf set up in our home, there can be many things in our lives that can take our focus off of God. In this episode, we'll look at some things that can become idols in our lives today and aim to focus our hearts on Christ instead of the things of this world.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

All of us at times go through wilderness or desert seasons where things feel dry and God feels distant. Although these times may be difficult, they are necessary for Christians to go through as part of God's purpose. In the final part of this series we'll take a look at Jesus' own time in the wilderness and things we can learn from it.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

All of us at times go through wilderness or desert seasons where things feel dry and God feels distant. Although these times may be difficult, they are necessary for Christians to go through as part of God's purpose. In part two of three on the idea of wilderness, this episode shares takeaways from the nation of Israel's time in the wilderness.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

All of us at times go through wilderness or desert seasons where things feel dry and God feels distant. Although these times may be difficult, they are necessary for Christians to go through as part of God's purpose. In part one of three on the idea of wilderness, this episode details takeaways from Moses' time in the wilderness and how it prepared him for leadership.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

God is always at work and oftentimes this can be seen in the seemingly small details of our lives. Much of what people may attribute to coincidence just may be God's hand in your life. Join in on this episode to hear some of Josiah's personal testimony and some excerpts from To the Golden Shore: The Life of Adoniram Judson by Courtney Anderson.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

In life, at times we can forget to be thankful for things and take them for granted. Jesus' death on the cross was the greatest expression of God's love and it bought our salvation and access to God. Yet, how often do we take the time to thank God for this precious gift of salvation and the ability to go into the Most Holy Place as a New Testament Christian? In this episode, you will be challenged to thank God for the cross and approach the throne of grace to find mercy and grace to help in your time of need. You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

God's faithfulness is seen over time. However, it is easy to overlook a lot of what he has done in your life if you don't take the time to review the past. This episode offers insights about the habit of journaling and why you should take time to remember all that God has done for you.   You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, but the biblical author James says no man can tame the tongue. This episode offers some insights on how you can work through this because of new life in Christ and by watching what you store up in your heart.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

God is fully in control, 100% of the time, even if we can't see it. As each of us go through the journey of life, we cannot see what is coming tomorrow but we can trust God's hand and continual involvement in our lives. This episode overviews some insights from the life of King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast  

Every day of your life is a blessing from God. Yet, sometimes we can be so focused on the future we miss what God is doing in our lives today. Join us on this episode to see that each day is a gift and that tomorrow is not guaranteed.    You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast

Without Exception Podcast coming March 30, 2021! In this brief introductory episode, Josiah will give you an overview of who he is and what to expect from the podcast in the future. The Without Exception Podcast aims to share practical content for everyday Christians in 15-20 minutes.  You can follow us on social media! Instagram @ without_exception_podcast Facebook @ without.exception.podcast