Podcast appearances and mentions of ian simkins

Matthew 4:19 says “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” This is what it really means to be a disciple — not just believing, but following Jesus with your whole life and helping others do the same. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

There's a moment, often quietly, when you realize life didn't turn out the way you thought it would. The dreams you chased, the milestones you reached—they didn't deliver the satisfaction you imagined. And somewhere along the way, loneliness crept in, success started to feel hollow, and the constant pressure to optimize every part of your life became a crushing weight. This week on Win Today, Ian Simkins joins us to talk about the uncomfortable truths no one tells you about midlife. In this conversation, we'll unpack: Why midlife often exposes the false gods we've been serving The unique, often hidden loneliness of your 40s—and how to navigate it How spiritual abuse leaves scars that don't just go away with time Why efficiency, while celebrated, makes a terrible master The freedom that comes when you stop demanding success from God   Midlife isn't a crisis. It's an invitation. An invitation to reevaluate what you've been chasing, to heal what's still wounded, and to walk with God in a deeper, quieter way. If you're feeling stuck, unseen, or frustrated by the gap between your expectations and your reality, this episode will speak directly to where you are. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. • • Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

In Matthew 28:16–19, Jesus meets His disciples on a mountain. They worship, yet some doubt. He claims all authority and sends them, imperfect as they are.Jesus doesn't wait for perfection — He sends us in our doubt and imperfection. Mission isn't out there, it's where you already are: home, work, school. You don't need to feel ready. Just go.Jesus is with you. And that's enough.Support the show

The resurrection isn't just a good story—it's the story that redefines all others. Not only do we celebrate the resurrection, but as followers of Jesus, we carry it. Matthew 28 invites us to come and see, to fall at his feet, and to go and tell. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

On the day Jesus died, the world broke open—darkness fell, the curtain tore, and love was poured out. On Good Friday, we linger at the cross, where Jesus gave Himself not in spite of love, but because of it. Come and remember the suffering Savior who took your place, so you could find your place in His Kingdom.Support the show

This Palm Sunday, we explore how Jesus defied expectations and revealed the kind of King he truly is — not one we can customize to fit our desires. Today, we're invited to lay down our assumptions and follow the King who stops for the forgotten, rides in peace, and is worthy of worship.Check out the sermon at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

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Our digital habits are shaping us—often forming us into distracted, anxious, and passive people rather than intentional followers of Jesus. As we wrap up our Unplugged series, we explore how Scripture speaks into the battle for our attention and why resisting distraction is a vital part of spiritual formation. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

In a world that glorifies limitlessness, we find ourselves overwhelmed by endless information, constant connectivity, and the pressure to do it all. But what if the problem isn't that we have limits—what if the problem is that we keep resisting them? In Genesis 2 & 3, we are reminded that true freedom isn't found in limitlessness, but in trusting the One who designed us with limits for our good.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

Despite being constantly connected through our devices, many of us feel more disconnected than ever. Today, we explore the subtle ways technology steals our time, kills our peace, and shapes our hearts, often without us realizing it. We are reminded in John 10:10 that Jesus offers an alternative—an abundant life that can be found only in Him.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

Pride isn't just a personal issue—it's a community killer that distances, divides, and disrupts. In 3 John, we explore how we are called to be a people of humility, reconciliation, and presence. Jesus made the first move toward us, and we're called to do the same—building tables instead of walls.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

The gospel compels us to move from being spectators to everyday disciples—3 John 5-8 illustrates how the church is to stand in contrast to the world. We all have a role to play in the movement of the gospel. Jesus is the foundation, the model, and the means of our generosity, and He invites us to join him.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

How different would the Christian life be without community? This weekend, Pastor Ian Simkins continues our Made For Each Other series with a powerful message on how our faith is made stronger when it's in partnership with others. It reminds us that within community, we have the opportunity to encourage and help one another!

How different would the Christian life be without community? This weekend, Pastor Ian Simkins continues our Made For Each Other series with a powerful message on how our faith is made stronger when it's in partnership with others. It reminds us that within community, we have the opportunity to encourage and help one another!

How different would the Christian life be without community? This weekend, Pastor Ian Simkins continues our Made For Each Other series with a powerful message on how our faith is made stronger when it's in partnership with others. It reminds us that within community, we have the opportunity to encourage and help one another!

How different would the Christian life be without community? This weekend, Pastor Ian Simkins continues our Made For Each Other series with a powerful message on how our faith is made stronger when it's in partnership with others. It reminds us that within community, we have the opportunity to encourage and help one another!

Why is forgiveness so beautiful to witness but so difficult to extend? This week as we explore Jesus' teaching on forgiveness in Matthew 6, we see how forgiveness is not only possible but is also an invitation into a richer way of life and community. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. Support the show

How we pray reveals the condition of our hearts, and in just six radical words, "Give us today our daily bread,” Jesus challenges our self-sufficiency, fear of scarcity, and trust in God's provision. This sermon explores the depth of this petition, inviting us to live with daily dependence rather than anxious striving. True security is not found in storage but in surrender to the One who faithfully provides.Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

There is a painful gap between the way things are and the way they should be. The tension between the brokenness of our world and God's ultimate restoration is found in Matthew 6:10. When we pray, “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven,” we remember that we can face brokenness, own our part in it, and hope beyond it.Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

Jesus teaches us to begin prayer by naming the nearness of God as Father while also declaring His holiness. Though He is set apart, we are called children of God and invited into intimacy with the Creator of the universe. Join us in Matthew 6 as we continue our series in the Lord's Prayer. Catch the sermon at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons.Support the show

Some of us are walking into the new year hopeful and expectant while others of us are entering 2025 anxious and weary. Either way, as we stand on the threshold of a new year, Philippians 4 offers us a guide to not merely endure, but flourish. Join us as we reflect on the year past and focus on our minds on Christ for the year ahead.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. Support the show

During the holiday season, peace often seems the most out of reach. As much as we try to achieve peace, we are reminded in John 20 that peace is brought in the presence of a Person. Join us as we remember that the peace of Jesus is both a gift and a calling.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. Support the show

Why do we struggle so much to experience joy? We often confuse it with happiness or allow fear to hinder us, but Luke 2 reminds us that joy isn't something we achieve, it is something that we receive. In fact, unshakable joy is meant for all people. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

How do we live as a people who hold fast to both truth and love in a world of counterfeits? The Letter of Second John invites us to a life and faith that doesn't compromise but also that doesn't retreat. Just as Jesus came in the flesh, may we embody our faith in real, tangible ways.Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons. Support the show

There is a profound connection between truth and love—truth shapes our understanding of God, and love reveals our obedience to Him. Love is more than sentiment; it is a faithful response to God's commandments, lived out in community. We are witnesses to truth, while love anchors us in genuine relationships that reflect Christ to a world hungry for both. If our lives are meant to bear both of these inseparable marks, are we truly living in a way that others can see both the clarity of God's truth and the depth of His love through us?Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. Support the show

In another powerful conversation of the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa Whittle sits down with Ian Simpkins, internet personality and Lead Pastor of Bridge Church in Nashville, to explore the deep truths of what it means to be an image-bearer of Christ versus a work-doer. Together, they tackle the tension between spiritual hunger and productivity, discussing how both intimacy and humility require intentionality. Ian opens up about the struggles of balancing family, ministry, and self-care while offering practical insights into building deeper connections with God and others. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of life, work, or faith, or are grappling with bitterness or isolation, this conversation will offer you hope and real-life tools to navigate those challenges. Listen in to discover how you can radically shift the way you live, love, and serve.Listen in to learn more:(4:00) How to stay spiritually hungry in ministry(7:49) The real challenge of true humility(14:34) Production vs. consumption in faith(20:16) Are you a “work-doer” or “image-bearer?”(32:58) What are the hidden effects of bitterness?(40:03) The difference between solitude and isolation(47:16) How listening can actually be an act of love(49:48) What is the last thing Ian would say about Jesus?RESOURCESThank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it's well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today. Mentioned in the episode:Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joeBridge Church: https://www.bridge.tvOne-on-One Coaching: https://www.lisawhittle.com/coaching-with-lisaConnect with Ian:Website: https://iansimkins.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iansimkins/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iansimkins1/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@iansimkins  Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.lisawhittle.comSubstack: https://letsbeclear.substack.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisawhittleofficial

The grace of God has profound power—freeing power, saving power, transforming power. And the most profound part of it all… it's a gift. We have a new way to live and a new identity when we rise from the waters of baptism. Join us as we take another look at what it means to be crucified with Christ and raised to new life through salvation. Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

Welcome to Episode 308 of the Worship Probs Podcast - We're glad you're here! Brian & Jen share some hilarious Prayer Concerns that you can't miss. Plus, Brian & Jen share their incredible conversation with Ian Simkins. This is an inspiring conversation that you do not want to miss. You will be equipped in new ways. Be sure to share! Check it out - and like, comment, subscribe, and share with a friend! Learn more and stay connected with >>> Worship Probs (instagram.com/worshipprobs) // Brian Tabor (instagram.com/briantabor) // Jen Smale (instagram.com/jensmale) // Ian Simkins (instagram.com/iansimkins) Special thank you to our friends at Maven Media Productions for editing the podcast [Follow @mavenmediaproductions and visit www.mavenmediaproductions.com], and our great friend Scott Hoke for the voiceover intro [Visit www.scotthokevoice.com].

How do we live faithfully in the tension between the Kingdom of God and the kingdoms of this world? Jesus gets to the heart of this question in Matthew 22. As followers of Jesus, our aim isn't to be apolitical or all-political–it's something else entirely.Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or bridge.tv/sermons. To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

How should we, as Christians, engage in politics? It can be tempting to simplify it to who we vote for or what policies we support. But it's about more than that. In today's sermon we explore how our engagement in politics directly ties into who we're becoming.Listen to the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

When we recognize that all we have belongs to God, our giving becomes an expression of gratitude. We don't follow a grumpy Savior who begrudgingly gave his life. Rather, we worship a generous King who lovingly gave all that he had for us. Join us in this final week as we discuss how the generosity of Jesus is reflected in those who follow him.Listen to the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

So often we find ourselves wanting just a little more. Yet, in 1 Timothy 6, Paul warns followers of Christ to be on guard against all kinds of greed. Life does not exist in the abundance of possessions, rather, the abundant life we seek is found when we follow the way of Jesus.Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

We are treasuring creatures. This week we're asking ourselves where our treasures lie. Because, as Matthew 6 tells us, where our treasure is, our heart will be also. Join us as we begin to unpack the practice of generosity–seeking to mirror the generosity of Christ. Check out the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

As followers of Jesus, we can live day-in and day-out with confidence in the complete and saving work of Christ's atoning death and resurrection in our lives. Our lives have been secured eternally, and this side of heaven, we can live out our days with boldness. 1 John 5 assures us of our salvation. You can catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

Love is not a dopamine rush, a feeling, or an affection. It's much better. 1 John 4 tells us exactly what love is and what it does. Join us as we walk through six reasons why we love.You can find this week's sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the show

Ian Simkins is the Lead Pastor of Teaching and Vision at The Bridge Church, but you might better know him as an author, writer, and thought leader on Instagram. He talks with us about letting our beliefs and thoughts be more easily interrupted by the Holy Spirit and finding Jesus in the muck. Learn more about Ian: https://iansimkins.com/about Support There is More: https://bestillministries.kindful.com/?campaign=1284937 Get 10% discount on Father's House Study with code: FH10 Get the Father's House Study: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fathershousestudy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get the Free Spiritual Warfare Course: https://bestillministries.teachable.com/p/spiritual-warfare-workshop Follow There is More Podcast on Instagram: @thereismorepodcast

Cain took his brother's life, yet Jesus gave his life for us. This is how we know what love is. 1 John 3 calls us to love one another not merely with the absence of hate, but with the presence of action. Join us as Pastor Ian discusses how our aim isn't just to be loving, but to become a people of love–reflecting the love and person of Jesus.Catch the sermon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

If we know that navigating in the dark can be dangerous physically, why do so many of us insist on doing it spiritually?Because there is no darkness in God, following Him means that we can walk freely in the light. Join us in 1 John as we discuss what it means for followers of Jesus to both declare and demonstrate the gospel with our lives.You can find today's sermon at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

Would you be surprised to hear that we tend to pursue joy in the wrong places? Probably not. Would you say that you are experiencing deep joy?In 1 John, we'll see how simply knowing Jesus will not produce the greatest joy. This week, Pastor Cory unpacks how we encounter true fulfillment.bridge.tv/sermonsTo support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

In Matthew 19, Jesus calls a rich young ruler to surrender his possessions. This man kept all the rules–he also kept his heart for himself. We have a God who isn't merely interested in our obedience, our God is interested in our hearts. What would it look like to surrender moment by moment to God? Would our hearts remain the same? Join us as Pastor Ian dives into the phrase, “God is my co-pilot,” and how we are called to surrender the wheel.bridge.tv/sermonsTo support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

Maybe you've heard it said or maybe you've said it yourself that “everything happens for a reason.” While this phrase is often said with good intentions, it carries dangerous theological implications. This week we're looking to Romans 8 as we seek Biblical understanding in response to inexplicable circumstances.Join us as we discuss how our God moves in and responds to deep pain and suffering.bridge.tv/sermonsTo support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

So often we pride ourselves on doing things by ourselves, on our own, without help from anyone. And we've heard it said that, “God helps those who help themselves.” But is there any Biblical basis for that?If Jesus saved us when we were dead in our sins, when we could not help ourselves… then this statement couldn't possibly be true. Join us as Pastor Ian unpacks how and when God does help us.bridge.tv/sermonsTo support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

We've all heard it said, “God won't give you more than you can handle.” But is this statement Biblically sound or does it just sound Biblical?Pastor Ian explores the meaning behind 1 Corinthians 10:13 and how we are called to depend on God and on one another. Listen to this week's sermon at bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

Jason and Brooke connect with Ian Simkins and talk about community, the role of the table in ministry, and our identity being discovered in knowing ourselves as "the one Jesus loves." They dive into the challenges of tribalism and division and the need for curiosity and humility in engaging with others. Themes of self-worth, identity, and the concept of being loved are discussed as they explore the impact of workaholism, the need for validation, and the struggle to find value beyond accomplishments. The conversation addresses the practical implications of being loved, the correlation between self-love and loving others, the importance of operating from a place of rest, the concept of mystery in faith, the beauty of curiosity, and the significance of valuing interruptions. For more information on Ian Simkins www.instagram.com/iansimkins www.iansimkins.com www.x.com/iansimkins Please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Podcast intro and outro music by Wilde Assembly --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rethinking-god/support

Ian Simkins on the difficulty in waiting Steve Millar on X: "Dude ripped a reporter to shreds for asking him about the Texas job, gives a passionate speech about how he's never leaving A&M and then takes the Texas job less than hours later. Wild stuff." Brett McCracken on X: "When *seeing reality tangibly* becomes less compelling to us than *being seen virtually,* we lose perspective and purpose. Let's be hungrier to *truly see* the beauty of God's creation than to *have others see us seeing* the beauty. When My Sermon Riled Our City Eternal Real Estate? A Church in Mexico Is Selling Plots of Land in Heaven Daily DevotionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What must we do to know God? We start by knowing his name. In his own words, Jesus tells us, “I am the Bread of Life.”In John 6, as people ask him for food, he shifts the conversation from a temporal, physical need to eternal, spiritual sustenance. Jesus gives true seekers the way to this eternal bread, and it's not something that can be bought. Check out “You Can't Buy Bread” at bridge.tv/sermons. To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrC Support the Show.

Nothing you're doing for Jesus, big or small, is a waste of time. In John 13, Jesus washed his disciples' feet, including Judas who was moments away from betraying him. Loving and serving like Jesus has nothing to do with whether or not the other person is worthy. For, it was when we were unworthy that Christ loved and served us and made us worthy. When we serve, we make the God who is love visible. Listen to this week's sermon, “Making God Visible,” at bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God-given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrCSupport the Show.

Obedience can often be thought of as blind compliance, simply following the rules because we're supposed to follow them. In turn, we can find ourselves almost following God's commands. But moral obligation is the antithesis of why we follow God in obedience.In Acts 5, we watch as the disciples fill the city with the name and gospel of Jesus. Not because they're supposed to, but because they are compelled by the working of the Holy Spirit and because they, themselves, have been transformed by the good news of Jesus. Check out this week's sermon, “Moving from Almost to Action,” at bridge.tv/sermons.Support the Show.

In this compelling and heartfelt video, Pastor Ian Simkins of The Bridge Church in Spring Hill, TN, delves into the transformative week he chose to experience homelessness firsthand. With vivid detail and raw emotion, Pastor Ian shares insights from his journey—challenges faced, lessons learned, and the profound impact it had on his faith and ministry. From the streets of Philadelphia to interactions with the homeless community, his story reveals the depths of human kindness and the societal gaps that often go unnoticed. Join Pastor Ian as he reflects on the importance of true, incarnational hospitality and the subtle, powerful ways we can embody the teachings of Jesus in our everyday interactions.

Is hospitality just about dinner parties and nice guest rooms? Or is there something deeper at play? Ian Simkins, joins Kimberly Beam Holmes of "It Starts with Attraction" as they explore hospitality through a powerful lens – the heart of God.They delve into how the story of the Prodigal Son reveals God's "lovesick" nature and the challenge of overcoming our "older brother" mentality. Discover how hospitality is a grand act of grace, echoing a greater story of welcome and belonging.This conversation will challenge and inspire you to:Rethink hospitality: Move beyond perfectionism and into meaningful connection.Embrace God's ways: Learn how grace and love reshape our interactions.Prioritize what matters: Find freedom in choosing the best over the good.If you long to be more hospitable with the heart of God, this video is for you! Dive into Christian hospitality and the gospel of grace and discover a way of life that reflects God's boundless love.The Bridge ChurchYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.Website: www.itstartswithattraction.comThanks for listening!Connect on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmesBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review!