Podcasts about truth plus love the jesus way

How do people find hope when they face darkness and depression? My guest this week, Ben Courson is a pastor and author. Ben shares how God gave him grace during some dark moments in his life, and he gives powerful, practical steps to find new joy and hope. Pick up Ben's book "Flirting With Darkness” here: amazon.com/Flirting-Darkness-Building-Hope-Depression-ebook/dp/B089JYK8L2/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God”, which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever wonder how to get started toward your dreams? My guest this week is Mark Batterson, bestselling author and pastor of National Community Church. Mark is incredibly wise, and will help you take steps toward the big dreams on your heart. Pick up Mark's book "Win The Day” here: amazon.com/Win-Day-Habits-Stress-Accomplish/dp/0593192761. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God”, which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you know how to find healing and purpose after people hurt you? My guest this week is James Mead, guitarist from popular band Kutless. James also works with EEM getting more than a million Bibles each year to people in difficult areas of the world. He shares his powerful personal story and how people can find healing and purpose after abuse. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever wonder how to find strength to make it through difficult times? My guest this week is Luke Zamperini, son of Louis Zamperini, the famed US Olympic runner, POW survivor, and subject of several Hollywood films entitled "Unbroken". Louis was know for his resilient spirit, and Luke shares personal lessons he learned from his father, and how you can find the inner strength to be unbroken in difficult times of your life. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you believe a life of humility leads to honor? My guest this week, Dr. Sam D. Kim is a lead pastor and his education journey has led him to fellowships at Yale, Harvard and a doctorate at UPenn studying burnout among doctors and ministers. The path God has had him on will amaze you, and encourage you in your own journey as you humble yourself before the Lord, He will raise you up in honor. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Have you ever seen the power of prayer in your life? My guest this week is Ronnie Floyd, Pastor, author and CEO of the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention. Ronnie also led the National Day of Prayer for several years, and he lives an incredible life of prayer. He will help you see the power of prayer, and how it gives you strength through hard times. Pick up Ronnie's book "How To Pray” here: amazon.com/How-Pray-Developing-Intimate-Relationship/dp/0785224831/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Did you know it is more blessed to give than receive? My guest this week is Bill High, founder and CEO of The Signatry, one of the largest faith-based foundations in the world. He is one of the most generous people you will ever meet, and he will help you see the great blessing of living a generous life. Pick up Bill's book with David Green "Giving It All Away” here: amazon.com/gp/product/B01HAKH3FM/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. Ddu know the reality that it is more blessed to give than receive? ys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you believe God has marked your life for great things? My guest this week is Choco De Jesus, Pastor, Author and denominational leader. He shares how even from humble and difficult beginnings, God marked his life for more, and how God wants to mark your life for the more He has for you. Pick up Choco's book "Move into More: The Limitless Surprises of a Faithful God” here: amazon.com/gp/product/B072TKLX87/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by what God has put on your heart to do? My guest today is Banning Liebscher, Pastor of Jesus Culture, one of the most influential worship movements in the world and also a local church in Sacramento. Banning shares how you can have courage to fulfill the things God has put in your heart to do. Pick up Banning's book "The Three-Mile Walk: The Courage You Need to Live the Life God Wants for You” here: amazon.com/gp/product/B081MQ56LG/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever wonder about how science and God can fit together? My guest today is Dr. G. He has taught science at Harvard, has been a featured scientist on ABC News, Good Morning America, Nightline, 20/20 and World News Tonight for many years, and in the process he has won 3 Emmys. His story about how his love for science led him to faith in God is one you won't want to miss. You can listen to Science + God with Dr. G on AccessMore here: accessmore.com/pd/Science-and-God-with-DrG. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you have some big dreams in your heart? My guest today is Dave Ferguson, Lead Pastor of Community Christian Church in Illinois, author, and co-founder of Exponential, NewThing and Leadership Network, three of the most significant movements in church leaders in the world. Dave is a big dreamer, and he knows how to take steps towards the dreams God puts on his heart to do. He will guide you in the big dreams and ideas you have, and he will help you think bigger than you ever have before - including how to dream about making heroes of others. Pick up Dave's book "Hero Maker” here: amazon.com/Hero-Maker-Essential-Practices-Exponential/dp/0310536936/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you want to make a difference in the world, but aren't sure where to start? My guest today is Hal Donaldson, founder of Convoy of Hope, which has served 130 million impoverished, hungry, and hurting people around the world since 1994. Hal's story of taking one step at a time to meet one need at a time will inspire you to begin right where you are to make a bigger difference in the world around you. Pick up Hal's book "Disruptive Compassion” here: https://www.amazon.com/Disruptive-Compassion-Becoming-Revolutionary-Were/dp/0310355303/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you believe God can use your ordinary everyday life in extraordinary ways? My guest today, Ken Costa, has such an incredible ability to help guide you in God's purpose for your life, and to help you figure out how your everyday work can be part of God's plan. Pick up Ken's book "Joseph of Arimathea: The Extraordinary Calling of Ordinary People” here: amazon.com/Joseph-Arimathea-Extraordinary-Calling-Ordinary/dp/1949784312/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you feel a calling inside of you to greater things than you are doing right now? My guest today is bestselling author John Bevere. Many people struggle to step into their full potential. John will help you unlock what's holding you back so you can experience the fullness of God's purpose for your life. Pick up John's book "X: Multiply Your God-Given Potential” here: amazon.com/X-Multiply-Your-God-Given-Potential/dp/1937558258/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you struggle with negative emotions on social media? My guest today is Dan Darling, VP of the National Association of Religious Broadcasters and author of "A Way With Words". He shares that even though social media sometimes drives us apart, and can fuel anger, shame, and comparison, it can also be used for so much good. Pick up Dan's book "A Way With Words” here. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

In this season, do you need to find rest and renewal? My guest today is Rebekah Lyons and she shares about her own struggle with stress and anxiety and how she discovered rhythms that renewed her soul. Pick up Rebekah's book "Rhythms of Renewal" here. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here. For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you know anyone who has seen the reality of spiritual oppression? My guest today is Billy Hallowell, journalist, media personality and author of "Playing With Fire". Billy shares about his investigation into demons, exorcism and ghosts. He shares that evil is real, but the good news is that people can find freedom from spiritual oppression. Pick up Billy's book "Playing With Fire" here: amazon.com/Playing-Fire-Modern-Investigation-Exorcism-ebook/dp/B081SBW1Z6/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you know the difference between knowing about God, and knowing God personally? My guest today is Pastor Skip Heitzig, pastor of one of the largest churches in the country, and he shares how the more we know God, the better off we will be. Skip also shares about the early days of the Jesus Movement that rocked the nation in the 1960's and how we are ripe for another great move of God. Pick up Skip's book "Biography of God" here: amazon.com/dp/B089JT8YJV/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you want to be a person of excellence in everything you do? My guest today, Horst Schulze, founding member of Ritz Carlton, is regarded by many as the leading hotelier in the world, and his influence extends far beyond the hospitality business. His teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service and hospitality across industries. He will inspire you to live a life of excellence, service, and high purpose in whatever you do. Pick up Horst's book "Excellence Wins" here: https://www.amazon.com/Excellence-Wins-No-Nonsense-Becoming-Compromise-ebook/dp/B07DXGL7VQ/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you need to press the mute button to the world? Dan from the Dan and Michelle Morning Show on Air1 joins me today to share about his journey in the radio industry, and all the amazing ways God is working through Air1. He talks about the power of worship, how we can turn down the volume of the world, and the great need for what they are offering on Air1. Listen to Dan and Michelle on Air1 here: air1.com. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you long for Jesus to return? My guest today is Stephen McWhirter who was once a meth addict, and is now a popular worship leader. How God has worked in his life story will blow you away. Stephen shares how we can live and long for Jesus' return. This was one of my favorite podcast episodes I've done so far, and I know you'll love it! Enjoy Stephen's worship music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DIpWfeb5YTJmmvSy5TSL3. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you realize how amazing your faith in Jesus is, and how it has changed you? Scripture tells us we are more than just believers or Christians, it actually calls even those of us who struggle that we are "saints" because of the righteousness of Christ in our lives. My guest today, Addison Bevere is the COO of Messenger International, a ministry his parents John and Lisa Bevere started. He shares about this incredibly identity and destiny you have as a believer in Jesus. Pick up Addison's book "Saints" here: amazon.com/Saints-Becoming-More-Than-Christians-ebook/dp/B07VMHHMTR/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever struggle with your ability to follow Jesus? My guest today is Judy Douglass. She helps lead the global college ministry Cru along with her husband Steve. They were close friends with the founders Bill and Vonnette Bright, and she shares stories about her friendship with them, Henrietta Mears and gives some very potent spiritual insight on how we can plug into God's power to help us follow Him better. She also talks about what to do if you have a child who has strayed from their faith in God. Life changing conversation you will not soon forget. Pick up Judy's book "When You Love a Prodigal" here: amazon.com/Judy-Douglass/e/B001KMIPXG/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you know that you can guard your thoughts, and it will change your life? My guest today is Bobby Schuller, author and pastor of Shepherds Grove and Hour of Power. Bobby's story is amazing, and he will encourage you on the power of guarding your thoughts in today's world. This is something we all need! Pick up Bobby's book "Change Your Thoughts, Change Your World" here: amazon.com/Change-Your-Thoughts-World-Life-Giving-ebook/dp/B07DT33SCH/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

How do focus on what is most essential in your life? There are always so many important things to do, vying for our attention, it's so important we figure this out. My guest today is Greg McKeown, New York Times bestselling author of "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less." His book has deeply impacted me, and it is such an honor to learn from him today. Greg is a popular business strategist, and he is focused on helping you figure out, and focus on what is most essential in your life. Pick up Greg's book "Essentialism" here: amazon.com/dp/B00G1J1D28/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Are you as close to God as you want to be? My guest today spent many years in drug abuse and the occult, and God rescued him out of all of it. Heath Adamson is now a minister and author helping people draw near to God, and experience His grace and power in their lives. It is one thing to know about God, but another thing to actually know God, and Heath will help you on the right path toward actually knowing God personally and intimately. Pick up Heath's book "The Sacred Chase: Moving from Proximity to Intimacy with God" here: amazon.com/Sacred-Chase-Moving-Proximity-Intimacy-ebook/dp/B07VQN1RPY/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you believe God can do more in your life than you see right now? Pastor Tommy Barnett has spent his life believing God for more, always more, and there are few leaders out there who can help us dream bigger toward the dreams God has for us. It's been said, big dreams honor God because without God's help they will fail. But Tommy also helps us see how we can focus our dreams on people in great need, people no one else is caring for. He has mentored hundreds of thousands of pastors, and helped launch "Dream Centers" all over the world that are ministering to the most broken people in their communities. You will love hearing from his lifetime of wisdom. Pick up Tommy's book "What If" here: amazon.com/What-If-Story-Believing-Always/dp/1642960136/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Most people want to live the "good life," but how do we get there? Pastor, author and former NFL player Derwin Gray shares today about his journey, and about some life giving rhythms that can help you experience the happiness and goodness that Jesus has for you. Pick up Derwin's book "The Good Life" here: amazon.com/dp/B088PCCWHH/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you ever struggle with worry or anxiety? My guest today is no stranger to these emotions. He has spent much of his life battling these feelings and that makes him especially gifted to help you navigate those feelings. Levi Lusko is a popular pastor and author. He and his wife Jennie also have a new podcast on AccessMore you'll want to check out. Pick up Levi's book "I Declare War" here: amazon.com/Declare-War-Winning-Battle-Yourself-ebook/dp/B07BB68L6R/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Do you know how powerful your Bible is? Today I talk with Steve Green, the President of Hobby Lobby, the world's largest privately owned arts and crafts retailer, and the visionary behind The Museum of the Bible, located in the heart of Washington DC. Steve has spent his life seeing the power of God's Word, and he can help you see how powerful God's Word can be for your own life as well. Pick up Steve's book "This Beautiful Book: An Exploration of the Bible's Incredible Story Line and Why It Matters Today" here: amazon.com/This-Beautiful-Book-Exploration-Incredible/dp/0310356024/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Have you ever wanted God to speak to you? My guest today has spent his life listening to God. He is Billy Graham's brother in law Leighton Ford, and it was such an honor to speak to him. He worked closely with Billy for many decades, and then spent the second half of his life mentoring young leaders. He shares about how you can learn to hear God's voice in your own life. You can pick up Leighton's book "A Life of Listening" here: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Listening-Discerning-Voice-Discovering-ebook/dp/B07VNH6MPS/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

This conversation pairs well with last week's with pastor Scott Sauls as we pick up where we left off talking about how Christians can respond on the Internet in the growing age of vitriolic public discourse. Matt Brown is an evangelist and the author of Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence, where he discusses how Christians can respond with truth and love when it might be tempting to get sucked into a contentious political, religious, or societal battle online. We can influence people more by our love and kindness than our shouting and anger. Matt and his family live in Minneapolis, so he had a front-row view to the events surrounding the murder of George Floyd. He gives his perspective on being at the epicenter of the current racial unrest and visiting the site of George Floyd's death. He's the founder of a ministry called Think Eternity and also hosts the "Think Eternity Podcast." This is a necessary conversation as we head into an election season. Links Give Matt a follow on Twitter (@evangelistmatt), Instagram (evangelistmatt), and on Facebook (Matt Brown) Visit thinke.org to learn more about Think Eternity and all of its ministry efforts Subscribe to my newsletter — https://bit.ly/2WwjijS If you need to get in touch with me, give me a follow on Instagram at coleclaybourn or on Twitter @ColeClaybourn. Check out the podcast Instagram as well — @innohurrypodcast. You can also email me at innohurry@coleclaybourn.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever watched the TV show American Ninja Warrior? My family and I love it, so I have some special surprise hosts on today's conversation - my two sons, Caden and Jordan. :) Today my guest is Akbar Gbajabiamila, who is the host of NBC's Emmy nominated, heart-racing obstacle course competition series American Ninja Warrior. He also hosts Universal Kids's spin off show, American Ninja Warrior Junior as well as NFL Networks' highest rated show NFL Fantasy Live. Akbar shares his personal journey of overcoming the odds, about his new book, and it was just an absolutely fun conversation today! Pick up Akbar's book "Everyone Can Be a Ninja" here: amazon.com/dp/B07MD6JSTN/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

One of the greatest things we can live for is the glory of God. Have you ever heard anyone talk about this before? My guest this week is Louie Giglio, Pastor of Passion City Church in Atlanta, Georgia, and the founder of Passion Conferences. His mantra for decades has been from Isaiah 26:8, "Yes, Lord, walking in the way of your laws, we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts." He is calling for a 268 generation. There is something about this heart that yearns for the glory of God. I believe it was we were all created for -- to know God and to make Him known. To live for His glory, and to enjoy Him forever. All other pursuits miss their ultimate purpose without this. I still remember hearing about one of the old Passion gatherings in a field twenty years ago when I was a student in my college dorm. It impacted me profoundly back then, and Louie shares some of those personal stories about that meeting. So buckle up, because God showed up in our conversation today! Pick up Louie's book "Not Forsaken" here: amazon.com/dp/B07RDY3CVH/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Are you a more negative person or positive person? Becoming a more positive person is a choice all of us can make, that can greatly benefit our lives. I am so honored today to sit down with bestselling author, and positivity advocate Jon Gordon. I was amazed to hear Jon's story of faith, and also that he has struggled with negativity his whole life. In his thirties it had caused major problems in his marriage and his wife was going to leave him unless he changed. This is such a powerful conversation, and also so needed in our world right now with everything that has been going on. Pick up Jon's book "The Energy Bus" here: amazon.com/Energy-Bus-Rules-Fuel-Positive/dp/0470100281/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Did you know that God can use the greatest pain in your life to bring about His greatest purpose? Speaker, author, and abolitionist Christine Caine shares her powerful story, and how God has worked in and through her to change the world. She is the founder of A21 an anti-trafficking organization, and a powerful preacher of God's Word. You will be absolutely encouraged hearing from her today. Pick up Christine's book "Undaunted" here: amazon.com/dp/B07HPWVDXY/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Have you ever had questions or doubts about your faith? Lee Strobel was once an award winning journalist for The Chicago Tribune, and an atheist when his wife came home one day to tell him she had become a Christian. Over the next several years he began a journey of trying to disprove Christianity using his investigative journalism skills. But ultimately he came to the consolation that there was an avalanche of evidence supporting the claims of Christianity and it would take more faith to maintain his atheism than to become a Christian. His powerful story will encourage your faith, and probably answer some of your questions about your faith, if you've had any. Pick up Lee's book "The Case for Christ" here: amazon.com/dp/B01863JLK2/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

How can we care about, and work towards justice in today's world? Earlier this week, many posted and encouraged everyone to listen and learn better from our black brothers and sisters on their experiences with injustice and what they continue to go through. I knew I had to get some time with my dear friend Sam Collier, who is a national speaker, author, and TV and radio show host of "A Greater Story with Sam Collier". Sam has a unique perspective and timely wisdom to help us as we listen and learn. I learned so much from what Sam shared with me in this conversation. This is a real and raw conversation that is so needed right now. Pick up Sam's book "A Greater Story" here: amazon.com/dp/1540901076/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Are you living out your God-given calling? Too often we buy into the lie that our worth is our work, our value is our vocation, and our calling is our career. Confusing what we do with who we are wreaks havoc on our bodies, our souls, and our relationships. I'm so honored to have Paula Faris join me on today's conversation. Paula left two dream careers in pursuit of her calling, and she shares how you can pursue your calling over your career. You probably know her as a television correspondent for ABC News, the co-anchor of Good Morning America Weekend, and co-host of The View. This was such a fun conversation. Pick up Paula's book "Called Out" here: amazon.com/Called-Out-Traded-Dream-Calling/dp/0764235435/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

Matt Brown talks with Pastor Samuel Rodriguez. Samuel Rodriguez is the President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), the world's largest Hispanic Christian organization with 42,000 plus U.S. churches. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Do you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of people in need around the world? Matt Brown talks with Pedro LaTorre, who works with Charity:Water to get clean drinking water to communities that don't yet have it. You will be touched and inspired by his heart and passion to meet the great needs around the world today. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Episode 325 Matt Brown is an evangelist, author, and founder of Think Eternity, a ministry dedicated to amplifying the gospel every day to millions through podcasts, devotionals, videos, live events and more.  He is the author or co-author of 8 books including his latest release, "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence." Matt has built a large following on social media with over 1 million people following his pages. On this episode of the podcast, we talk to Matt about loving others without compromising the truth of who God is, the mistaken idea of spiritual maturity, living in an age of online megaphones, getting baited into anger and living a life that's relational instead of transactional. For more, log on to http://SportsSpectrum.com 

Have you ever wondered if God could use you more in some sort of ministry than your normal job? My friend Jason Romano was living his dream job at ESPN, when his older brother led him to faith in Christ. As he began to grow in his faith and passion for God, he wondered if he should be in ministry instead. For a period of time, he realized God could use him right where he was. Later, however, God did direct him into an amazing ministry called Sports Spectrum where he interviews professional athletes about their faith. This is an amazing case study of finding and following God's call on your life. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Do you have someone in your life you like to spend time with to grow in wisdom? For me, one of those amazing people is Robby Gallaty. Robby is the lead pastor at Long Hollow Baptist Church. Growing up, Robby battled a drug addiction that ravaged his life. A $180 a day heroin and cocaine addiction forced him to steal $15,000 from his parents. After living without gas, electricity, and water for months, losing 8 of his friends to drug related deaths, watching 6 friends arrested, and completing two rehab treatments, Robby remembered the gospel that was shared with him by a friend in college and was radically saved on November 12, 2002. Eight months later, David Platt, a seminary student and church member at the time, asked Robby to meet weekly for accountability, prayer, and bible study. For the next 2 years, David installed a passion for missions, expository preaching, and disciple-making in his life. You will be so inspired by Robby's story, and wisdom today. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Did you know that the Bible teaches us to be hospitable? Today I talk with one of the best I know at this, Pastor Terry Smith. He leads one of the most influential evangelical churches near New York City in historic West Orange, New Jersey. Terry is also the author of "Hospitable Leadership" which shares how our faith teaches us to be more hospitable to others. You will learn so much good stuff from him! Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence” here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/. If you loved this episode, please subscribe, and share it with friends. Every week on the podcast, and at Thinke.org, we share powerful faith content to help you find fulfillment in God.

Do you ever have questions about the Bible? My friends Michael and Lauren McAfee are experts and students of God's Word. They share what to do when you have questions about the Bible. Lauren's family, the Green Family are the founders of Hobby Lobby, and the visionaries behind Museum of the Bible. In fact, almost no one I know loves God's Word more than them! You will love hearing from these young leaders, and their encouragements for those with honest questions about the Bible. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Have you ever shared your faith? Matt Brown talks with one of his heroes, Pastor and Evangelist Greg Laurie. Greg is the Lead Pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship, one of the largest churches in the nation, and founder of Harvest America. Greg came to Christ during the Jesus Movement, one of the last great revivals in America. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

You’d have to be living under a rock to miss the fact that we’re living in an unbelievably polarizing time in history. Just look at social media. Within the last few years, the days of dogs, babies, and #foodie posts have taken a back seat to the chest-beating, opinion-wielding, “truth”-slinging voices shouted from atop the digital soapboxes. On it, we throw stones, take sides, and spew contempt. Adding to the mix, despite the issue, our sense of gratification and genuine contribution as a society has become enmeshed in the emotional payout of retweets, likes, and blistering commentary. Here’s the questions you’re probably asking: Aren’t we allowed to speak our opinion freely? Of course. Shouldn’t we speak unashamedly about our moral and ethical convictions? Certainly. Shouldn’t we engage with our peers and spur each other on to enlightened thinking? Indeed. But I believe we’re going about it the wrong way in the wrong forum. As a nation, we are more divided than at any other time in recent history (just look at the exit polls of the 2016 election). By 2015, research provided the statistic that only 52 percent of Americans indicated that they trusted their neighbors. So as followers of Jesus, the challenge is to engage in difficult conversations and difficult relationships, bringing truth in love, without “Bible thumping,” and at the same time, not confusing love with a message of limp tolerance and universalism, baked in humanistic values. So, what is the answer to these multifaceted issues storming our society? Joining us today to discuss this critical topic and answer these questions is author of the brand-new book, Truth Plus Love, Matt Brown, whose passion for evangelism has opened doors to helping millions of people around the world. Buy the Book Imagine what our world might look like if Christians became known for remarkable love, as well as life-giving truth. The stakes are high and the need is great for Christians to represent Jesus to a watching world. And today, we have more influence than ever before--for better and for worse. We are among the first generations to have access to a global megaphone through social media. But it's not enough to speak truth louder to a noisy culture. To counter the reputation Christians have earned, our love must be just as loud. Ask evangelist Matt Brown, and he will tell you Christians today are facing a crisis of influence. In our rush to speak truth to today's tensions, cultural issues, and trending controversies, it becomes all too easy to focus on proving our points rather than extending God's grace. Conversely, when we seek only to love yet never proclaim a better way, we short-circuit God's plan. Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence invites you to rediscover the biblical framework for engaging culture as ambassadors of Christ. Through biblical insight, cultural analysis, and practical principles, Matt Brown outlines how to champion truth without compromise, how to love unconditionally, and ultimately, how to step into this great adventure of representing God to the world. It's hard, it's messy, and it's the unfinished project of a lifetime, yet here we find our great adventure: representing God to a watching world. Buy Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence now. Review “Win Today” Click here to read the ratings, or even better, please leave me a rating and review on iTunes. Your rating will help the podcast get noticed and positioned on iTunes. What Listeners Are Saying… “So great to find a podcast that is both encouraging and challenging! It is professionally produced, yet still has an informal feel like I’m hanging out with Chris… And frankly, I’d love to hang out with him! I really appreciate his heart and have been able to apply many of his topics in my life to help me grow professionally, physically, and relationally. A+!”

Are there good answers to the big questions about faith? Matt Brown talks with Jeremiah Johnston, author, and apologist. Jeremiah is the founder of The Christian Thinkers Society, which helps answers some of the tough questions of the faith to lead skeptics to reasonable answers so they might believe, and helps Christians have good answers for those who ask them. Jeremiah is one of the next great apologists in our generation, and you will enjoy hearing from him. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Just because a statement is a common Christian cliche, does not mean is Biblical truth that can change your life. Sometimes it's important to know the difference. Matt Brown talks with Shane Pruitt, the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention, about some of the lies Christians believe. Shane is an incredible young leader with a passion for God and people, and you will be encouraged by the conversation today. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Jesus Christ is the greatest news the world has ever heard, and the internet and social media give contemporary Christians effective means to share it. Unfortunately, a lot of Christians are blowing their chance, as even a quick glance at Christians online shows. How can we better use these communication tools for greater gospel influence? In Episode 172 of the Influence Podcast, Influence magazine Executive Editor George P. Wood talks with Matt Brown about the biblical formula for influence, whether you’re online or off. Matt is founder of the evangelistic ministry Think Eternity, and author of Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence, forthcoming from Zondervan. He lives with his wife Michelle and their two boys near Minnesota’s Twin Cities.

Matt Brown talks with Nick and Chelsea Hurst, popular YouTubers about their journey, and how they are using their influence for God. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

How do we lead others in a healthy way? Matt Brown talks with Jenni Catron, founder of The 4Sight Group, a consulting group focused on developing healthy leaders and thriving organizations. She also formerly served with Pastor John Ortberg. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

How can churches make a bigger impact in their communities? Matt Brown talks with Jason Daye, Vice President at Outreach - a company focused on helping churches reach their communities. Jason formerly served as a local Pastor, and now he serves pastors across the nation in a big way. Jason has a great heart, and you will love hearing more of his story. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Matt Brown talks with his friend Daniel Fusco, Lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver, Washington. Daniel's testimony of finding faith in Christ is amazing! He is a unique and gifted leader and author that you will love hearing from! Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Matt Brown talks with Adam Weber, Lead Pastor of Embrace Church in South Dakota, and author of Talking With God. Adam is one of the most kind-hearted and sweet people you will ever meet, and you will be so encouraged hearing from him today! Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Do you ever need a reminder about the power of the gospel in even one person's life, and the power and impact even a small local church can have on someone? Matt Brown talks with Ryan Romeo, founder of Outcry about the power of the local church, and about Ryan's amazing testimony of faith in Christ. Through Outcry, Ryan has gathered nearly 1 million people across the United States for nights of worship, and more than 50,000 people have made decisions of faith in Jesus Christ. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

Have you taken the first steps to follow Jesus after putting your faith in Him? Matt Brown talks with his dear friend Samuel Deuth. Samuel is an evangelist and author of "Following Jesus". Sam's passion is discipling new believers and serving Church leaders. You will love his heart and passion! Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

What are the secrets of being successful right where you are? Matt Brown talks with Brad Lomenick, past leader of CATALYST, about finding your path and building platforms for other people to stand on. Brad is one of the most gifted and generous leaders you will ever meet. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.

How do we make space in our lives to hear God more clearly? Matt Brown talks with popular worship leader Mack Brock, formerly of Elevation Worship as they discuss the importance of leaving room for God in your life. It's so easy to get caught up in the daily grind, that we can forget to make space for God's calling and speaking. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ Be sure to "SUBSCRIBE" to Think Eternity with Matt Brown on AccessMore.com or wherever you listen to Podcasts, and Matt would love to continue to encourage your faith at instagram.com/evangelistmatt and Thinke.org.