Podcasts about faith and works

Ever felt overwhelmed by life? Carrie opens with a profound question about faith, sharing insights that revolutionized her life and encouraging viewers to embrace the powerful faith within them.

What happens to someone who professed faith in Jesus Christ as a student or child, but now many years later, shows no interest in spiritual things? Are they saved? What does the Bible say?

What happens to someone who professed faith in Jesus Christ as a student or child, but now many years later, shows no interest in spiritual things? Are they saved? What does the Bible say?

Drawing from Colossians 1:15–23, guest preacher, Josh Rous, challenges the gap between the easy Sunday school answer — "Jesus is most important" — and how we actually live, showing that Jesus is supreme over creation, the church, and reconciliation, and calling us to put him genuinely first in our time, talents, and 'treasure'.

Critics of Scripture and Christianity take any opportunity they can to try to disparage or cast doubt on Scripture. One of the ways they do this is by pointing to seeming contradictions, such as appears in today's text. Join us as we study God's Word and seek to answer the question, "Are we justified on the basis of faith or works?"

How thankful one can reach for the Bible and see the beautiful teaching of the grace of God; the faith of man and faith expressed by man’s actions in serving God.

How thankful one can reach for the Bible and see the beautiful teaching of the grace of God; the faith of man and faith expressed by man's actions in serving God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1561/29?v=20251111

You need to add works to your faith.

You need to add works to your faith.

At some point this whole faith vs works conversation starts sounding like a group project where nobody knows how grading works. Can you get into heaven with faith but no works? Works but no faith? Are some churches accidentally turning Christianity into spiritual performance reviews? And how do you know your faith is actually faith and not just anxiety wearing Bible verses as camouflage? In the fifth and final episode of this series, Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman get into the questions that quietly sit in the back of people's minds during church sermons, worship songs, and late-night existential spirals. They talk about faith, salvation, denominations, motives, selfishness, heaven, works, and the weird pressure Christians sometimes feel to constantly prove they're spiritually productive. The conversation keeps circling back to trust. Trusting God. Trusting your motives. Trusting that faith actually means something beyond just endlessly auditing yourself like a Christian IRS agent. There's also a healthy amount of sarcasm, overthinking, and “wait hold on” moments because this show refuses to pretend faith conversations are always neat and polished. Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman approach theology the same way most people actually process it: honestly, awkwardly, occasionally skeptically, and with enough humor to survive church culture without becoming unbearably weird about it. If this episode resonated with you:

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What role, if any, do good works play in the life of a believer? James tackles this thorny issue in our text. In it, he shares 3 truths about faith and works.

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What role, if any, do good works play in the life of a believer? James tackles this thorny issue in our text. In it, he shares 3 truths about faith and works.

At what point does “doing good works” start sounding like a performance review nobody asked for? Episode 182 continues the ongoing discussion about faith and works according to scripture, except this time the conversation gets painfully close to the way people actually think about effort, productivity, church culture, and whether Christians secretly believe God is grading participation with a clipboard somewhere. Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman talk through questions like whether it matters if you're actually good at the work you're doing, whether getting paid while doing good works somehow “cheapens” them, and whether works carried a different weight in the Old Testament compared to the New Testament. Which turns into a surprisingly honest conversation about motivation, intention, accountability, and the weird spiritual math people create for themselves. The episode also digs into how modern faith conversations sometimes sound less like scripture and more like corporate performance metrics with Bible verses attached. There's sarcasm, pushback, uncomfortable observations, and multiple moments where the conversation feels way too relatable if you grew up around church culture. As always, Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman approach the discussion in a way that feels thoughtful, grounded, and accessible whether you're deeply involved in church, skeptical of organized religion, or somewhere in the middle trying to figure out why everyone talks like they already know the answer. Follow or subscribe to the podcast

Welcome to Episode 15 of our Ephesians podcast series. In this episode, we come to what is often considered the clearest summary of the gospel in all of Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9. Paul teaches that salvation is not earned, purchased, or achieved. It is received freely as the gift of God. These verses answer questions people […] The post Ephesians 2:8-9-God's Priceless Gift appeared first on The Rephidim Project.

Video games, shopping lists, dolphins and slippers. Dion explores the relationship between faith and works.

Title: Faith and worksSpeaker: Scott CaponDate: 14th January 2026Location: Adelaide, Australia In this episode, the focus lands squarely on James 2, unpacking one of the most misunderstood passages in the New Testament. Through the examples of Abraham offering Isaac and Rahab sheltering the spies, the message is clear: genuine faith is always backed by action. It is not about earning salvation through good deeds, but about the natural evidence of a living, active conviction. The episode challenges each person to identify their own "Isaac" — the thing held most precious — and ask whether they are truly backing their faith with daily, practical obedience. From praying for others to encouraging those doing the Lord's work, every member of the body of Christ has a role to play. Whether you are new to faith or revisiting a familiar passage, this episode delivers a direct, grounded reminder that belief and behaviour are inseparable. 3 Key Takeaways Faith is not passive. James uses Abraham and Rahab as two powerful examples that genuine faith is always demonstrated through real, visible action. What is your Isaac? Identify the thing you hold most precious and ask whether you are prepared to offer it up in obedience, trusting God has a better plan. Everyone can contribute. Regardless of capacity or circumstance, every person can pray, encourage, and serve the body of Christ in meaningful ways. Reference Scriptures James 2:13-26 Genesis 22 Joshua 2 and 6 Hebrews 11 Ruth (Rahab as mother of Boaz) Matthew (Rahab in the genealogy of Jesus) Galatians 3:3 Acts 1 Romans 12 Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com © 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So… does anyone actually agree on what “faith and works” even means, or are we all just arguing using the same words differently? Because the second you ask basic questions, things get weird fast. This episode starts breaking down the whole faith vs works conversation from the ground level. Not the usual talking points, but the actual definitions. What is faith, what counts as works, and where the Bible even talks about either without people filling in the gaps with assumptions. It turns out a lot of the tension isn't disagreement, it's confusion. Same terms, different meanings, and everyone acting like it's obvious. This is the first part of a longer series, so instead of rushing to conclusions, they slow it down and actually ask what we're talking about before trying to solve it. Which feels like a better starting point. Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman keep it honest, slightly sarcastic, and grounded in real life. It's a conversation that sounds more like a group chat than a polished answer, especially if you've ever sat through this debate and thought “we're not even defining the same thing.” Follow or subscribe to the podcast

What is the relationship between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to understand that in this passage faith is not faith for justification-salvation, but primarily has the idea of either the ongoing act of trusting God, or the body of beliefs which we have. Also, we learn what a "dead" faith is, and understand that "works" describes the application of what we believe. Find out how we can apply what we believe in our daily walk. Hear examples from Scriptures and listen to the objections given with the answers. Be challenged to apply what you learn in the Word of God.

What is the relationship between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to understand that in this passage faith is not faith for justification-salvation, but primarily has the idea of either the ongoing act of trusting God, or the body of beliefs which we have. Also, we learn what a "dead" faith is, and understand that "works" describes the application of what we believe. Find out how we can apply what we believe in our daily walk. Hear examples from Scriptures and listen to the objections given with the answers. Be challenged to apply what you learn in the Word of God.

What is the relationship between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to understand that in this passage faith is not faith for justification-salvation, but primarily has the idea of either the ongoing act of trusting God, or the body of beliefs which we have. Also, we learn what a "dead" faith is, and understand that "works" describes the application of what we believe. Find out how we can apply what we believe in our daily walk. Hear examples from Scriptures and listen to the objections given with the answers. Be challenged to apply what you learn in the Word of God.

What is the difference between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to find out works are not the basis for salvation but a result that can follow when we grow spiritually. Understand the grammar of the passage to see that works are not inevitable but are the application of what we learn when walking by means of the Holy Spirit.

What is the difference between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to find out works are not the basis for salvation but a result that can follow when we grow spiritually. Understand the grammar of the passage to see that works are not inevitable but are the application of what we learn when walking by means of the Holy Spirit.

What is the difference between biblical faith and works? Listen to this message to find out works are not the basis for salvation but a result that can follow when we grow spiritually. Understand the grammar of the passage to see that works are not inevitable but are the application of what we learn when walking by means of the Holy Spirit.

What does it mean to have faith in Christ? Listen to this message to understand that faith is not an emotion but comes from the intellect based on evidence and proofs. Where do we find the proofs? They are only found in the revealed Word of God and that mankind can never come to them by their reason. See the difference in meaning between “works” and “faith” and that faith must be applied to be effective. Have confidence in what God has promised.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!If something in your life or work is asking for space, you can learn more about the Creative in Residence experience at the Phineas Wright House here: https://phineaswrighthouse.myflodesk.com/cyekpegz8gIn this very special episode with the first male guest in Say Yes to Yourself history, Wendy sits down with Max Lewis, an entrepreneur who sold his propane exchange business for $37 million in 2017. Max shares the exact manifestation practices that took him from writing down an "insane" goal to receiving a check that changed his life.They explore:Why asking yourself empowering questions is more powerful than having all the answersHow writing down your goal and reading it daily with emotion changes your frequency (and your results)Why he cut off anyone (friends, family, even his best friend) who didn't support his visionThis is a conversation about saying yes to what you want without letting price tags stop you, why faith without works is dead, and understanding that the goal isn't about the thing. It's about who you become in the pursuit. Max didn't care about the money. He cared about proving to himself he could overcome the obstacle his mind created.Connect with Max:Instagram @whoismaxlewis: https://www.instagram.com/whoismaxlewisHis Books: Who Is Max Lewis? https://a.co/d/04JPZMJxMaxie & The Magic Mango https://a.co/d/07RfI6A1________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

How faith and works work together to give you a great testimony for Christ

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Romans 3:27–28 teaches that because salvation is entirely by God's grace through faith in Christ, all human boasting is excluded. We contribute nothing that earns our salvation since it is a gift of God, and the faith that receives this gift produces a changed life that bears fruit. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on March 15, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Most of us don't think about foundations—until something shakes the building. In today's MY Devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef takes you to Paul's message to the Corinthians: the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the only sure, invulnerable foundation—settling your eternal destiny the moment you trust in Christ. But then comes the sobering question: What are you building on that foundation? Dr. Youssef reminds believers that every decision—every priority, pursuit, and act of obedience—adds to what we're constructing for eternity. The world constantly offers “straw” to build with: false religions, empty philosophies, and fleeting pursuits. Yet Scripture calls us to build with lasting materials—gold, silver, and costly stones—so that when God tests our work, what remains will bring reward and glory to His name. If you've ever wondered whether your life is making an eternal difference, this episode will help you: distinguish between what is temporary and what lasts, resist the distractions that burn up in the end, and invest in Gospel-centered obedience that stores up treasure in heaven. Today's MY Devotional has been provided by Leading The Way. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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“Does the Church make Scripture pointless?” This question addresses concerns some Protestants have regarding the Church’s role as the infallible interpreter of Scripture and its implications for the authority of the Bible. Other topics include the mechanics of transubstantiation, the Catholic understanding of being born again, and the relationship between faith and works. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:49 – Some Protestants have a problem with the belief that the Church (identified in the magisterium) is the infallible interpreter of Scripture. They argue that if the Church is infallible in this task, then Scripture has no inherent authority. 20:00 – How does transubstantiation work? 29:01 – How do Catholics understand the born-again discourse? 32:50 – Can you clarify why you believe in Faith plus works? 43:50 – Why has the Church changed so much in the last 80 years? 49:16 – Why does the Church exclusively associate the Petrine office with Rome?

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Pastor Scott Ardavanis preaches a sermon from Titus chapter three verses seven and eight on the relationship between faith and works in the believer's life.

Faith and Works: The Belief and the Practical Demonstration | James 2:17-26 | Mark Cover

Clear answers to common misconceptions about Catholicism... In this episode of Draw Near, we begin clearing up some of the most common Catholic misunderstandings or assumptions. Misconceptions explained in this episode: Catholicism is about rules and rituals, not a personal relationship with Jesus. Catholics don't read the Bible and rely on tradition instead of Scripture. Catholics believe you earn salvation by works instead of being saved by grace. Throughout the episode, we look at key biblical passages and show how the Catholic Church has faithfully taught the fullness of Christ's message. This episode isn't a deep dive into every question; it is an invitation to understand what the Catholic Church truly teaches, where those teachings come from, and why they matter. If there's a specific misconception or teaching you'd like explored further, submit it here—we'd love to continue the conversation. Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page." Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Faith and works go together in salvation, but it's important to understand the way they go together. Professor Kyle Bitter from Luther Preparatory School is our guest to help us through James 2. 

Sermon preached on Ephesians 2:8-10 by Rev. W. Reid Hankins during the Morning Worship Service at Trinity Presbyterian Church (OPC) on 12/28/2025 in Petaluma, CA. Sermon Manuscript Rev. W. Reid Hankins, M.Div. As we finish up this week working through chapter 2, verses 1-10, we come to verses 8-10. We get to focus today on what is ... Read more The post Grace, Faith, and Works appeared first on Trinity Presbyterian Church North Bay (OPC).

Fr. Mike provides the context and background of the letter of James. Fr. Mike unpacks the beautiful truths contained in the letter of James, including a discussion of faith and works and addressing the importance of demonstrating our intrinsic belonging to the Lord through our actions. Today's readings are James 1-2, Philippians 3-4, and Proverbs 30:1-6. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at motivating you to apply God's word while strengthening your heart and nurturing your soul. Today's Bible reading is James 2:14–26. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. Browse other resources from Susan Hunt. ESV Bible narration read by Kristyn Getty. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

Can you be “just Christian” and still wear a team jersey? In this episode, Cloud of Witnesses team members Jeremy Jeremiah, Mario Andrew, and James St Simon sit down to react to a Reformed Protestant defense of labels, movements, and sola scriptura, and then press into the deeper questions underneath it all: unity, authority, and what it really means to be catholic in the sense of a complete, historic faith.We explore how “no labels” talk can hide real discomfort with fragmentation, and ask whether you can credibly claim two thousand years of Christian heritage while setting aside the worship, sacramental life, and conciliar teaching that actually shaped that heritage. Along the way, we test modern Protestant confessions against the early Church and ask whether you can quote the Fathers without also receiving the churchly life they inhabited.In this conversation we dig into:• The pull of “no labels” Christianity and the problem of theological tribes• What it means to be catholic as complete, not just universal• How liturgy, sacraments, and councils tether us to the early Church• Sola scriptura versus Scripture within a living Tradition and teaching authority• The danger of cherry picking Augustine, Chrysostom, and others to fit our systems• Justification as declared righteous versus actually being made righteous by grace• Why the New Testament insists that works and real transformation are necessary• Assurance, baptism, and whether a believer can truly fall awayAt the heart of the episode is the engine of the Reformation: sola scriptura. Our Protestant friends call Scripture “the norm that norms other norms.” We ask what that looks like on the ground, where every believer can become their own referee and the result is endless splintering. Against that, we explore a vision of Scripture inside the Church, where the Bible is read, preached, and lived within the grammar of historic worship and sacramental life.If you care about what unites Christians across the centuries, how faith moves from theory into a way of life, and whether the Fathers can really be claimed without the Church they loved and defended, this episode is for you. Share it with a friend who loves theology, tell us where you land in the comments, and join the Cloud of Witnesses community as we keep wrestling with the faith once delivered to the saints.Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdhPlease prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses Radio: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesFind Cloud of Witnesses Radio on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Please leave a comment with your thoughts!

Justification, Sanctification, and Salvation explores how Scripture connects these three essential aspects of the believer's walk. This short teaching explains how justification changes our status before God, how sanctification shapes our ongoing obedience, and how salvation is the final outcome secured by Messiah and displayed through a transformed life. Together, they reveal the beautiful harmony between faith, obedience, and eternal hope.Scriptures referenced: Romans 3:28; 1 John 5:2–3; Matthew 7:16; 2 Corinthians 13:5; Romans 6:22; Ezekiel 36:27.Takeaway: Understanding the biblical relationship between justification, sanctification, and salvation helps us walk in both grace and truth—trusting in Yeshua's finished work while growing in the obedience that flows from genuine faith.

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Faith and Works. Romans 4:1-12. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!Excel Still More Journal - AmazonDaily Bible Devotional Series - AmazonSponsors:  Spiritbuilding Publishers Website:  www.spiritbuilding.comTyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487I've attached the transcript from the John MacArthur interview. The Scripture, in my view, opposes his opening remarks. But the fascinating thing is how he comes back around to personal choices to live with love, humility, obedience, and perseverance. This can be a good starting place when talking with Calvinist friends.MacArthur: If I could lose my salvation?I would.Right?If I could, I would, because I don't have the power to hold it.How can we have assurance that we are saved?Well, you can eliminate one thing for certain that can take your assurance, and that is the idea that you could lose your salvation.That's a lot.Salvation is forever.Salvation is eternal.There's nothing that can separate you from the love of Christ.Jesus said in John 6, the gift of you will come to me, and I will lose none of them, but raise them at the last day.Salvation is forever.So if you are saved, it's forever.That faith cannot fail because that faith is not your faith, that's a gift of God who's given it to you if hes to .So you eliminate that if you get your theology, right, that salvation is forever.So all you want to know is, is my salvation forever.And here's how you know.I think there are three tests and then a forthcoming.Test number one is, what do you love?What do you love?If any man is in Christ, he's a new creation, old things pass away, new things come.What are these new things?I like to think of them as new affections.So the first mark of a believer.It's not perfect, but it's evident love.What do you love?You love the Lord?You love His Word.You, you don't love him like you should, and he used to be increased.You don't love the word like you should, but you love those things.You love the people of God.You want to be with his people, you want to be in the church, you want to be a part of the worshiping group.So, love is the first evidence of a transformed heart.The second one is humility.There's a sense in which you are aware of your sinfulness, and you never really get over this incredible grace that's been given to you to save you.The third one is obedience.It's not perfect obedience, but it's a longing in your heart to obey the Lord.You do acknowledge him as Lord.Do you want to obey.So love, humility, and obedience.And then the fourth thing is this, it's trials, it's what can your faith survive?You know, people who say, well, I believe in the Lord, and something goes wrong in their life, and they walk out.Well, that's not a saving faith.That's not a faith that's a gift from God , because that lasts.

Fr. Mike explains sins of omission, and how these are some of the biggest deciding factors of who goes to heaven and who goes to hell: whether or not we did good works God called us to. He also reminds us that not all of the New Testament parables are universally relevant, recalling the parable of the talents and the parable of the wise and foolish maidens. Today's readings are Matthew 25-26 and Proverbs 19:21-24. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.