Podcast appearances and mentions of christian character

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Pastor Jackson interrupts the Community of Faith series to discuss the importance of preaching the Gospel, his view that the Gospel has gone missing on so many Sunday mornings, and how getting back to the Gospel can have a profound impact on the nation and social justice. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

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In this sermon, Pastor Karl dives into First Timothy Chapter 3, exploring the roles and qualifications of church leaders as outlined by the Apostle Paul. He emphasizes that titles like elder and deacon are not about elevating status but activating service within the church. Pastor Karl unpacks the historical context of the synagogue system to clarify Paul's intent, highlighting that elders (overseers, pastors, or shepherds) and deacons (servants) are defined by their character and commitment to God's calling, not by hierarchy or prestige. With only one of the 16 qualifications for leadership tied to ability, the focus remains on living a life of faith, integrity, and service. Pastor Karl challenges the congregation to step into their God-given roles, stressing that ministry begins where ego ends and that every Christ follower is called to serve and lead in the church. Through Paul's spontaneous praise, Pastor Karl reminds us of the greatness of Jesus, who is alive and worthy of our active response to His call. Join us for an inspiring message about living out God's purpose with humility and purpose.Watch all our sermons on our YouTube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Learn from 1 Timothy 4:17 whether you are a young babe in Christ and how to develop into a mature Christian who knows the word of God.

A sermon by John Zeigler entitled “Holiness, Ideal of Christian Character (Part 3)” from Matthew 5:3-12

A sermon by John Zeigler entitled "Holiness, Ideal of Christian Character (Part 2)" from Matthew 5:1-8

May 3, 2025 Daily Devotion: “The Quality of Love: A Fruitful Christian Character" 2 Peter 1:7-9 New Living Translation 7 and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone. 8 The more you grow like this, the more productive and useful you will be in yourknowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 But those who fail to develop in this way are shortsighted or blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their old sins. In 2 Peter Chapter 1, the apostle Peter encouraged the brethren to grow spiritually. God has provided everything we need to become like Him, but the responsibility is on us to yield ourselves to the process. Our calling as disciples includes selflessness and genuine love for one another. Loving each other is not optional but is a command as stated in John 13: 34-35 (NLT) “Love each other. Just as I haveloved you... Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” Our love for each other is one of our identifying marks as a Christian, so a constant display of selfishness and unresolved feuds will confuse on lookers and at the same time our spiritual growth. One of the goalsof spiritual growth is to impact those who are yet to experience God's love through the way we love. It is no wonder God has a low opinion of the person who claims to love God who he cannot see, but hate his brother or sister who he can see. That person is called a liar. (1 John 4:20). Sometimes it is painful or does not make sense. Sometimes it feels unfair. Our innate desire for self-preservation coupled with our cultural belief that “one bad turn deserves another" dictates that we should be kind to those who are kind to us and retaliate against those who hurt us. One cannot deny that an unkind word or deed, especially undeserved, can cause pain, but this cannot be remedied with carnal reasoning. In Ephesians 4:32 (NLT) the apostle Paul admonishes, “Instead, be kind to each other, tender hearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.” We may be at different points in our journey of spiritual growth but let us not compare ourselves with each other. Instead, let us use the mirror of God's Word to show us our weak points as we strive to love each other as He loves us.

Chris sat down with two first-time guests, Mandy Smith and Dennis Edwards, at the recent Missio Alliance Awakenings event. Chris brought them together because their recent work shares a thematic connection of exploring "humility," which is the foundation of their conversation. They talk about their experiences as ministry leaders, biblical and theological dimensions of humility, and how their work pushes us towards specific practices to cultivate humility in our lives.Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) Confessions of an Amateur Saint: The Christian Leader's Journey from Self-Sufficiency to Reliance on God by Mandy SmithHumility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character by Dennis EdwardsRe-Enchanting the Text by Cheryl Bridges JohnThe Mythmakers: The Remarkable Fellowship of C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien by John HendrixThe Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. LewisJames: A Novel by Percival EverettErasure: A Novel by Percival Everett

In this episode of The Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse and Tony explore Colossians 3:18-4:1, diving deep into the transformative power of Christ in shaping Christian character and community. They discuss how the peace of Christ and the message of Christ should define the daily lives of believers, emphasizing the importance of embodying virtues such as compassion, kindness, humility, and patience. The hosts remind listeners that putting on Christ is not aspirational, but rather a reality that defines the Christian life, as believers grow into the character already granted to them through their union with Christ. The conversation moves into the practical implications of sanctification, particularly how it shapes relationships within the church and beyond. Jesse and Tony reflect on how Christians are called to handle conflict and disagreements in ways that are radically different from the world, focusing on forgiveness, love, and unity. They highlight the necessity of yielding to Christ's work in us and how this impacts our daily interactions with others, whether in the church, family, or workplace. The episode also touches on the communal responsibilities of believers, such as teaching and admonishing one another, and the role of worship in fostering unity and growth. The hosts discuss how musical worship, prayer, and scripture reading are all essential practices that both encourage and challenge believers to grow in Christlikeness. This practical and theological exploration offers listeners valuable insights into how to live out the gospel in community and reflect Christ's character in all areas of life. Key Points: The Transformative Power of Christ: The hosts explain how putting on Christ means embodying virtues like compassion, kindness, and humility, which are already part of a believer's identity in Christ. Sanctification and Relationships: Jesse and Tony discuss how sanctification impacts relationships, encouraging Christians to handle conflict with grace and forgiveness, reflecting the gospel in their behavior. The Role of Worship and Community: The importance of mutual teaching, admonishing, and worship within the church is emphasized as a way to build unity and grow in spiritual maturity. Questions for Reflection: How does understanding that Christian character is already ours in Christ shape the way we live and interact with others? In what ways can we handle conflict within the church or family in a manner that reflects the peace of Christ? How can worship, including the singing of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, help us grow in unity and spiritual maturity? Recommended Resources: The Spirit of Prayer (Free eBook) - Download here

Living as a saint means actively participating in God's kingdom work through sincere love and humble service. This involves loving without conditions, taking emotional risks, and being willing to have difficult conversations when necessary. True Christian love holds others accountable while considering them more important than ourselves, demonstrating genuine care without expecting anything in return.This lifestyle requires avoiding spiritual laziness while maintaining fervor in serving God. Christians are called to share with those in need, pursue hospitality, and live in harmony through humility. When faced with persecution, the response should be blessing rather than revenge, maintaining peace whenever possible, and focusing on eternal matters. This includes practical actions like helping enemies and viewing the world through Scripture's perspective rather than conforming to worldly patterns.Support the show

A sermon by John Zeigler entitled "Holiness, the Ideal of Christian Character" from Matt. 5:3-6

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Candace Cameron Bure Announces Dave Coulier Is Cancer-Free, Operation Blessing Deploys to Burma After Deadly Earthquake FOCUS STORY: A new animated Disney series surprised viewers by including a Christian character who prays and shares her faith. The move is raising eyebrows given Disney's recent controversies—and sparking new conversations about faith and media. THE MAIN THING: YETI is facing backlash after rejecting a mug order from the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women, claiming the phrase “conservative women” was too political. Kimberly Begg joins CBN's Tara Mergener to respond and highlight growing corporate bias. TODAY'S VERSE: 1 John 4:8 – “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.” SHOW LINKS JESUS AND THE PROPHECIES OF CHRISTMAS : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-the-prophecies-of-christmas/id1783607035 NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 DC DEBRIEF POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/d-c-debrief/id1691121630 CBN News YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CBNnewsonline CBN News https://www2.cbn.com/news Faithwire https://www.faithwire.com

Send us a textIn this last installment of this series, Pastor Jackson discusses how the fruit of the Spirit not only feeds our lives, but also the lives of others. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson shifts his focus to the fruit of the Spirit. Once the Holy Spirit begins a work in us, the fruit begins to flow from us. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Josh explores Pixar's new Disney+ series "Win or Lose," focusing on its unique storytelling through the eyes of a middle school softball team, The Pickles. I analyze the introduction of Laurie, Pixar's first openly Christian character, who exemplifies the balance of faith in a narrative without overshadowing her personal journey. The episode addresses themes of anxiety, expectations, and self-doubt, illustrated through Laurie's internal struggles represented by her imaginary creature, Sweaty. _____________________________________________________________________________Follow us:InstagramFacebookYouTubeTIkTok

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Pixar Trades LGBTQ+ For Christian Character Subtitle: Being Bereans | Acts 17:11 Speaker: Sean E. Harris Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Podcast Date: 3/13/2025 Length: 55 min.

View the articles we read at the links below! https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-pop-culture/disney-removes-transgender-storyline-upcoming-pixar-streaming-series-rcna184664https://insidethemagic.net/2025/02/disney-reverse-introduces-first-openly-christian-character-ab1/

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson explores the role that the Holy Spirit plays in our ability to produce good fruit. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Series: 1 Timothy   |  Sermon Number: 9 of 19 |  Scripture Passage: 1 Timothy 3:8-13 |  Preacher: Josh Hibbard |  Sermon Date: March 2, 2025

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson discusses the parable of the sower and how important it is to be rooted and grounded in The Word in order to produce a fruitful harvest. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson examines the dangers of planting false doctrine in the church and how that's currently a detriment to the church's ability to produce good fruit. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson shows in Scripture how being selfish and arrogant as Christians hinders our ability to produce good fruit. Once we're wise in the ways of God, humility comes and helps us to be better servants. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson reminds us that sowing in good works goes along with having faith. When we do this, the harvest not only benefits us, but also those that we are called to serve. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Deuteronomy 6:4-7 - Speaker: Josh MacAvoy - Many parents want to instill positive character in their children. But as Christians, our goal should be in developing character that is shaped by God and His Word. Ultimately, parenting is about intentionally fostering a “soul stamped by God,” so that both the children and the parents are shaped in their spiritual growth.

Christian Character for Kids with Katy Berry Pearables: Caring Canteloupe 2/6/25 Everyday we're planting seeds that grow up in our heart. Katy Berry plants God's Word, cuz that's where good fruit starts! Jasmine was feeling grumpy because nothing was going her way! And to top things off, she began to demand that Mommy obey her! What should Jasmine do? —listen to Grumpy Grape and get even grumpier or listen to Caring Cantaloupe and pray with her mom? What would you do? L18 #biblestoriesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #biblelessonsforkids, #christiancharacterforkids, #self-control, #caring, #love, #willingness, #obedience, #resistselfishness, #christiancharacter, #letthechildrencometoJesus, #goodseedgoodfruit, #plantgoodseeds, #beeattitudes, #jesusnmeclubhouse, #fishbytesforkids, #fishbytes4kids, #fishbitesforkids, #fishbites4kids, #ronandcarriewebb, #roncarriewebb

Send us a textPastor Jackson returns to the podcast after his December hiatus to begin a new series on how we as Christians can produce good fruit. Our Christianity isn't about what we claim to be. It's about the evidence of our lives. You can actually show that you're a Christian. Take a listen and share!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

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We end the Christian Character series with the end of Chapter 5 in the book of Matthew, talking about how to love our enemies and to pray for people who persecute us and the steps to do that.

In this episode, we continue the Christian Character series, going through Jesus' sermon on the Mount and discussing our character about revenge and pride.

Send us a textIn the last MMD for 2024, Pastor Jackson gives one last reminder of why Jesus came. It wasn't for political power. He came to balance the scales and save souls. He came in humility, not pride. Take a listen and share with someone!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson reminds us that if we are to have the character of a Christian, it begins with the mind of Christ. That means being humble and being a servant. Take a listen and share with someone!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

We continue our series by reviewing what Jesus said about how we handle lust as believers in Christ during his Sermon on the Mount.

Christian Character Hebrews 12:28-13:6

Send us a textIn this week's MMD, Pastor Jackson continues his conversation concerning the Christian's care for those that are considered the least among us and how that's central to who we are as followers of Christ. Jesus had much to say about it in Matthew 25. Take a listen and share with someone!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

Pastor Eddie Robinson III, November 13, 2024 - Wednesday 

This episode continues our series by surveying Jesus' sermon on the Mount. In verses 21-26, Jesus discusses handling our anger toward others and reconciling with them.

Ephesians 4, Jeremiah 3, 2 Peter 3

In the second part of the Christian Character series, we will examine another part of Jesus' sermon on the Mount when he tells the disciples that they are the salt of the earth and the light of the world and how we can apply these to our day and age.

Send us a textIn this installment of the podcast, Pastor Jackson starts his final MMD series of the year discussing Christian character. So much is being made political as it relates to being a Christian these days, but the fundamentals of our faith begin and end with what Jesus says on the matter. Take a listen and share with someone!Support the showBe sure to find us at www.facebook.com/krjministriesTo become a patron, visit www.patreon.com/PurposeAndBeyond

IN THIS SERIES, WE ARE TALKING ABOUT HOW THE CHARACTERS OF BELIEVERS SHOULD REFLECT WHAT JESUS TAUGHT AND HOW WE LIVED. FOCUSING ON THE BEATTIUDES.

Today's conversation is about gentleness. Two weeks ago we started a series on Christian Character with an episode on humility. Today we are going to couple that with a look at gentleness. In Matthew 11:29, Jesus says, “Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” There's a link here between being humble and being gentle, but they are indeed two distinct characteristics and worth talking about separately. Now, many people may consider gentleness in the same light as soft or weak, but my guest today will put this idea on its head and show the strength that is to be found in gentleness. That guest is Buddy Owens – a teaching pastor at Saddleback Church and a fan favorite on this podcast. In this conversation, Buddy and host Jason Wieland talk about what biblical gentleness really looks like, how biblical gentleness compares to what the world says about it, the winsomeness of gentleness, how we need to be extra intentional in an election season, and much more. Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by Jason Wieland. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 380 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback).Related Doable Discipleship EpisodesHow to Live with Humility - https://youtu.be/UHroSMEUkXUNavigating the Bible: Genesis - https://youtu.be/ddhjMfOoasALiving With Hope in the Midst of Struggle - https://youtu.be/99Nki49V0fIThinking Differently About Shame - https://youtu.be/sqKGDjBcHHcThinking About the Fruit of the Spirit - https://youtu.be/1JPaiNnbcAs

Humility isn't just deferring to the desires of others. It's also standing up for the weak.  So says Dennis Edwards, vice president for church relations and dean of the seminary at North Park University, on this episode of Being Human. Cuss and Edwards talk about how Edwards's many experiences of being the only Black man in the room have shaped him and his perspective. They talk about thoughtful and biblical approaches to theological education, the modern political landscape, and social media. And Cuss and Edwards consider how, for all of its flaws and challenges, the local church can offer unity in a way entirely its own. Resources mentioned in this episode or recommended by the guest include: RevDrDre.com Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character by Dennis R. Edwards  1 Peter (The Anchor Yale Bible Commentaries) by John H. Elliott The Urban Christian: Effective Ministry in Today's Urban World by Ray Bakke Bowen family systems theory Click here for a trial subscription at Christianity Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Character is never built in a classroom. Character is built in the circumstances of life.  God builds character in our lives by allowing us to experience situations where we are tempted to do the exact opposite of the character quality. Character development always involves a choice. When we make the right choice, our character grows more like Christ.  Main Points:1. We don't know why tragic circumstances happen in our lives. We don't know why accidents happen. We don't know why people receive bad news from the doctor. Life and its difficulties come to us all. Live long enough and you will experience suffering.2. God will use every circumstance of our lives to help us be more like Jesus. If you think back over your life you'll realize that you have grown through the things you suffered. 3. Christ-like character is the goal of the Christian life.  To settle for anything less is to miss the point of spiritual growth.Today's Scripture Verses:Isaiah 43:2 - “When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you.”Hebrews 5:8  - “Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered.”Romans 8:28 - “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”Romans 8:29 - “For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son.”Ephesians 4:13 - We are to “become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Dr. Dennis Edwards (PhD in Biblical Studies from the Catholic University of America) serves as the Vice President for Church Relations and Dean of North Park Seminary in Chicago. He's an ordained minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church and is the author of several books including his recently released Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character. Our conversation begins by talking about humility, church leadership, handling criticism as a pastor, those who have an eager desire for a platform or to be on stage, and then we discuss the book of Philemon, slavery in the Bible, and some issues surrounding the apostle Paul's view of slavery. Get a FREE one year supply of vitamin D plus 5 travel packs! https://www.drinkag1.com/TITR Subscribe today to the Pour Over Today! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pour-over-today/id1583657464 Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw