Listeners share their personal stories of transformation and growth, from feeling stuck in a Groundhog Day-like cycle to experiencing a breakthrough in their faith, often triggered by a specific verse or experience that helped them move from winter to spring. [... more]

As followers of Christ, we're called to a lifelong process of sanctification, where we renew our minds and develop habits like truth-telling and anger management to become new people in Christ. This process requires intentionality and a commitment to pleasing God, even when it's difficult or inconvenient. [... more]

A renewed mind means getting rid of excuses and dealing with past offenses to move forward in life and fulfill one's destiny, as exemplified by the story of Jacob, who was tricked and deceived but ultimately blessed by God. [... more]

Jesus responds to criticism about his disciples not fasting by explaining that as long as he is with them, there is no need for fasting, but when he is taken away, they will fast. He uses the analogy of a bridegroom and a new garment to illustrate that the old ways of the Pharisees cannot contain the newness of his teaching and the kingdom of God. [... more]

Dr. Abaddon Shaw discusses the concept of newness of life in Christianity, explaining that it's not just about being forgiven from sin, but also delivered from sin's power. He uses Romans chapter 6 to illustrate the idea that we are dead to sin and should no longer live in it, and that we should reckon ourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Ephesians emphasizes the importance of living a new life in Christ, characterized by truth, honesty, and forgiveness. He instructs believers to put off the old self, with its patterns of dishonesty, anger, and selfishness, and to put on the new self, created in the likeness of God. This new self is reflected in actions such as speaking the truth, working hard, building up the body, and being kind and forgiving towards others. [... more]

We are to put off the old self, characterized by futility of mind and depravity of behavior, and put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness. This new life in Christ is possible because of the power of God that is at work in us, the power that raised Jesus from the dead. [... more]

The concept of baptism is a symbol of death to our old life and rebirth into a new one, marked by a decisive moment in our spiritual journey. This moment is not just about getting better, but about becoming brand new, free from the slavery of sin and empowered to live a life of purpose and meaning. [... more]

The transforming power of the gospel changes our attitudes and interactions with others, leading to a radical new community of one new people in Christ, where words and attitudes build up and dehumanize, and kindness, compassion, and forgiveness are essential. [... more]

The transforming power of the Gospel changes our attitudes and interactions with others, moving us from pretense to personal investment, from riot to rage against the captor, and from greed to generosity, as we walk in newness and let the light of Christ shine in. [... more]

When we live surrendered fully to Christ, we begin to see and treat others the way Christ did. The transforming power of the gospel changes our attitudes and interactions with others, moving us from pretense to personal investment and from the darkness of self-preeminence to the light of Christ's character and purpose. [... more]

Christians are called to be renewed in the spirit of their minds, moving beyond a superficial faith to a deeper transformation through the gospel, discipleship, and spiritual growth, ultimately leading to a life of progressive change and freedom from self-preeminence. [... more]

The God of this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers to keep them from seeing the light of the Gospel of the glory of Christ. However, the Lord has called us out of the dark prison cell of self preeminence, turning the light on and giving us a new heart and a new mind. This freedom in the light of new creation means we have a new identity in Christ, a new affection, and a new satisfaction, all rooted in the transforming truth of God's self-disclosure. [... more]

The story of Christ's humility and resurrection is a testament to God's selfless love, leading to the submission of all creation and the promise of newness. As revealed in Scripture, every knee will bow and every tongue confess, ultimately leading to a day of accounting where all will be reconciled to God. [... more]

The paralytic at the pool of Bethesda is a fascinating story that ties into the concept of repentance, or shuvah, which is central to the idea of returning to God and being made whole. This concept is also seen in the story of the prodigal son and the idea of the Baal teshuvah, or master of return, which is ultimately fulfilled in the Messiah, Jesus. [... more]

The Christian life is one of liberation, where believers are set free from the world, the flesh, and the devil through the power of God's amazing grace. Adrian Rogers explains that salvation by grace is not an excuse for sin, but rather an inducement to live a righteous and holy life, and that believers have been crucified with Christ, buried with him, and raised with him to walk in newness of life. [... more]

The Bible teaches that believers have been crucified with Christ, breaking the power of sin and Satan. This spiritual reality enables us to live a life of daily victory, freedom from sin's reign, and obedience to God's purposes. By knowing and reckoning our position in Christ, we can walk in newness of life and experience the joy, peace, and security that comes from living in the heavenlies. [... more]

God wants us to deal with the junk in our lives, including bitterness, unforgiveness, and spiritual junk, so we can move into our new season and enjoy the freedom that forgiveness provides. We must forgive others as God forgave us, and this forgiveness sets us free from the poison of unforgiveness and allows us to truly heal and move into our destiny. [... more]

We live in a world where people seek validation through social media, but true fulfillment comes from pleasing the Holy Spirit. Pastor Paul Shepherd explains how to remove negative attitudes and treat people with kindness, letting go of bitterness, anger, and other junk that hinders our spiritual growth. [... more]

God calls us to be people who make a difference for good in this world by speaking words of life, encouragement, and hope. We need to learn to say the right things at the right time, build people up, and offer them help and hope. This requires us to walk in covenant relationships, renew our minds, and put off corrupting words. By doing so, we can strengthen others, give them hope, and help them overcome challenges. [... more]