Jesus Changes People Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:05 -0400 http://www.jesuschangespeople.com en-us © 2026 Jesus Changes People yes Support this Podcast dfb7fb37-3e9d-5892-a1b7-13e995913cff Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia episodic false A weekly podcast that seeks to uncover the real Jesus and what it means to be a modern-day follower of him. Our goal is to help you know Jesus better and to become more like him.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Jesus, Discipleship, Bible, Spiritual Formation, Spiritual Disciplines, Christianity Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia https://storage.buzzsprout.com/wvii8kbambpwdl5fslmidwpv96ok?.jpg Jesus Changes People http://www.jesuschangespeople.com Ken Hensley Mike Roncaglia Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17 Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17 This episode originally aired on August 29, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 12:37-15:17, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be a servant leader; how we know if a teaching is from the Holy Spirit; and further insight we can gain from Jesus’ metaphor drawn from viticulture. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> This episode originally aired on August 29, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 12:37-15:17, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be a servant leader; how we know if a teaching is from the Holy Spirit; and further insight we can gain from Jesus’ metaphor drawn from viticulture. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Jesus Changes People Buzzsprout-19322569 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0700 3565 18 237 full false Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 8:12-12:36 Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 8:12-12:36 This episode originally aired on July 11, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 8:12-12:36, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what keeps us from holding on to the teachings of Jesus; how to hear the voice of Jesus; and how we can multiply our impact as followers of Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 11, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 8:12-12:36, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what keeps us from holding on to the teachings of Jesus; how to hear the voice of Jesus; and how we can multiply our impact as followers of Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Jesus Changes People Buzzsprout-19322563 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0700 3547 18 236 full false Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11 Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11 This episode originally aired on May 23, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 6:16-8:11, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how communion and preaching help encounter the words of eternal life; the external implications of a relationship with Jesus; and what does it mean that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> This episode originally aired on May 23, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 6:16-8:11, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how communion and preaching help encounter the words of eternal life; the external implications of a relationship with Jesus; and what does it mean that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Jesus Changes People Buzzsprout-19322553 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 3176 18 235 full false Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 4-6:15 Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 4-6:15 This episode originally aired on April 4, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 4:1-6:15, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to handle social and cultural boundaries; our motivation for obedience; and how we allow God to work through us. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> This episode originally aired on April 4, 2022. We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 4:1-6:15, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to handle social and cultural boundaries; our motivation for obedience; and how we allow God to work through us. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Jesus Changes People Buzzsprout-19322552 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 3685 18 234 full false Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3 Rewind: Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3 This episode originally aired on February 16, 2022. We’ve learned a lot about Jesus in the first 3 chapters of John, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to develop a healthy rhythm of Bible reading and prayer; how to have a greater awareness of God’s presence; and how to engage in personal solitude and retreat. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> This episode originally aired on February 16, 2022. We’ve learned a lot about Jesus in the first 3 chapters of John, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to develop a healthy rhythm of Bible reading and prayer; how to have a greater awareness of God’s presence; and how to engage in personal solitude and retreat. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Jesus Changes People Buzzsprout-19322542 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 2653 18 233 full false Rewind: The Power Of Maybe Rewind: The Power Of Maybe This episode originally aired on January 13, 2025. The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Ken and Mike conclude their holiday season with the power of maybe. They discuss waiting on God, who God is to us in the waiting, the anxiety in waiting and how we handle it, waiting with pain and hardship, and what weakness produces in us during waiting. A listener asks the guys to explain what the word liturgical means in relation to Christianity. What’s the significance of the Gutenberg Bible? And the guys make 2025 predictions. How many would you predict they get right?

Passages: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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]]> This episode originally aired on January 13, 2025. The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Ken and Mike conclude their holiday season with the power of maybe. They discuss waiting on God, who God is to us in the waiting, the anxiety in waiting and how we handle it, waiting with pain and hardship, and what weakness produces in us during waiting. A listener asks the guys to explain what the word liturgical means in relation to Christianity. What’s the significance of the Gutenberg Bible? And the guys make 2025 predictions. How many would you predict they get right?

Passages: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-19017049 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 7307 17 232 full false Rewind: The Power Of No Rewind: The Power Of No This episode originally aired on January 6, 2025. The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of no. They discuss how we say no, what we say no to, who helps us say no, discipleship, denying versus getting rid of self, where we are and are not given more than we can handle, and how we deal with temptation. A listener wants to know what the guys think are some of the most returned gifts after Christmas. What’s an arky, arky and how does it find it’s way into this episode? And the guys predict what different celebrities opened as Christmas gifts on Christmas day.

Passages: Titus 2:11-13, Luke 9:23-25, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:13

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]]> This episode originally aired on January 6, 2025. The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of no. They discuss how we say no, what we say no to, who helps us say no, discipleship, denying versus getting rid of self, where we are and are not given more than we can handle, and how we deal with temptation. A listener wants to know what the guys think are some of the most returned gifts after Christmas. What’s an arky, arky and how does it find it’s way into this episode? And the guys predict what different celebrities opened as Christmas gifts on Christmas day.

Passages: Titus 2:11-13, Luke 9:23-25, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-19017041 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 7744 17 231 full false Rewind: The Power Of Yes Rewind: The Power Of Yes This episode originally aired on December 30, 2024. The guys shift in their holiday season from the Christmas focus of God with us to a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. Ken and Mike will spend the three remaining episodes in this season on yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of yes. They discuss how the temporary versus the eternal plays into our yeses, counting the cost of saying yes, and how we say yes by obeying out of love. A listener wants to know if New Year’s Resolutions are helpful, harmful, or useless and if there is any Biblical foundation for them. Other than the New Year, what else is celebrated on the first of the year? And is it something Ken will refuse to comment on?

Passages: John 14:23, Luke 14:25-33, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:7

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 30, 2024. The guys shift in their holiday season from the Christmas focus of God with us to a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. Ken and Mike will spend the three remaining episodes in this season on yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of yes. They discuss how the temporary versus the eternal plays into our yeses, counting the cost of saying yes, and how we say yes by obeying out of love. A listener wants to know if New Year’s Resolutions are helpful, harmful, or useless and if there is any Biblical foundation for them. Other than the New Year, what else is celebrated on the first of the year? And is it something Ken will refuse to comment on?

Passages: John 14:23, Luke 14:25-33, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:7

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-19017033 Mon, 25 May 2026 02:00:00 -0700 7055 17 230 full false Rewind: Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition Rewind: Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition This episode originally aired on October 27, 2025. Second Best of Did You Knows in four episodes. It’s no trick; it’s a treat. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Five of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on Tabletop Games. One is a brand new Did You Know for Jesus Changes People 200th episode. Join Ken and Mike as they share five of these facts with us again. And throw in a new one for this episode. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 8 - Episode 109 - January 29, 2024 - The Credentials
Season 8 - Episode 126 - May 27, 2024 - Father Abraham
Season 12 - Episode 200 - October 27, 2025 - Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition
Season 8 - Episode 147 - October 21, 2024 - Character Sketch Of A Legalist
Season 10 - Episode 166 - March 3, 2025 - Love Inside And Out
Season 11 - Episode 175 - May 5, 2025 - Wrapping Up Together With Christ

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]]> This episode originally aired on October 27, 2025. Second Best of Did You Knows in four episodes. It’s no trick; it’s a treat. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Five of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on Tabletop Games. One is a brand new Did You Know for Jesus Changes People 200th episode. Join Ken and Mike as they share five of these facts with us again. And throw in a new one for this episode. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 8 - Episode 109 - January 29, 2024 - The Credentials
Season 8 - Episode 126 - May 27, 2024 - Father Abraham
Season 12 - Episode 200 - October 27, 2025 - Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition
Season 8 - Episode 147 - October 21, 2024 - Character Sketch Of A Legalist
Season 10 - Episode 166 - March 3, 2025 - Love Inside And Out
Season 11 - Episode 175 - May 5, 2025 - Wrapping Up Together With Christ

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978847 Mon, 18 May 2026 02:00:00 -0700 2272 16 229 full false Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 5 - Veggie Tales Edition Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 5 - Veggie Tales Edition This episode originally aired on October 6, 2025. Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Veggie Tales. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 68 - April 17, 2023 - Living as God's Chosen People
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 8 - Episode 123 - May 6, 2024 - Ascension
Season 9- Episode 158 - January 6, 2025 - The Power Of No
Season 12 - Episode 185 - July 14, 2025 - Living as God's Chosen People

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]]> This episode originally aired on October 6, 2025. Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Veggie Tales. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 68 - April 17, 2023 - Living as God's Chosen People
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 8 - Episode 123 - May 6, 2024 - Ascension
Season 9- Episode 158 - January 6, 2025 - The Power Of No
Season 12 - Episode 185 - July 14, 2025 - Living as God's Chosen People

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978839 Mon, 11 May 2026 02:00:00 -0700 1606 16 228 full false Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 4 - Christian Rock and Comedy Edition Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 4 - Christian Rock and Comedy Edition This episode originally aired on June 9, 2025. Mike and Ken release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian rock music and comedy. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 38 - September 19, 2022 - Trial and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17. 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 4 - Episode 78 - June 26, 2023 - An Unlikely King
Season 5 - Episode 86 - August 21, 2023 - Ruth Meets Boaz
Season 5 - Episode 89 - September 11, 2023 - Wrap Up: Ruth

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]]> This episode originally aired on June 9, 2025. Mike and Ken release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian rock music and comedy. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 38 - September 19, 2022 - Trial and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17. 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 4 - Episode 78 - June 26, 2023 - An Unlikely King
Season 5 - Episode 86 - August 21, 2023 - Ruth Meets Boaz
Season 5 - Episode 89 - September 11, 2023 - Wrap Up: Ruth

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978815 Mon, 04 May 2026 02:00:00 -0700 1768 16 227 full false Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 3 - Thanksgiving Edition Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 3 - Thanksgiving Edition This episode originally aired on November 18, 2024. Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Some of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on the holiday of Thanksgiving. The others have some element linking them to Thanksgiving or giving thanks. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 45 - November 07, 2022 - Breakfast With Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 46 - November 14, 2022 - Restoring Peter
Season 1 - Episode 47 - November 21, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21
Season 3 - Episode 60 - February 20, 2023 - Spiritual Fullness in Jesus
Season 6 - Episode 99 - November 20, 2023 - Victory and a Feast
Season 4 - Episode 81 - July 17, 2023 - David’s Source of Power

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]]> This episode originally aired on November 18, 2024. Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Some of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on the holiday of Thanksgiving. The others have some element linking them to Thanksgiving or giving thanks. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 45 - November 07, 2022 - Breakfast With Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 46 - November 14, 2022 - Restoring Peter
Season 1 - Episode 47 - November 21, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21
Season 3 - Episode 60 - February 20, 2023 - Spiritual Fullness in Jesus
Season 6 - Episode 99 - November 20, 2023 - Victory and a Feast
Season 4 - Episode 81 - July 17, 2023 - David’s Source of Power

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978809 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0700 1478 16 226 full false Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 2 - Theme Park And Mini Golf Edition Rewind: Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 2 - Theme Park And Mini Golf Edition This episode originally aired on September 30, 2024. Ken and Mike’s sophomore release of Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian based theme parks and mini golf establishments. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 54 - January 09, 2023 - Greetings and Salutations
Season 3 - Episode 56 - January 23, 2023 - The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 08, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 4 - Episode 83 - July 31, 2023 - Wrap Up: The Life and Times of David
Season 6 - Episode 98 - November 13, 2023 - Promotion and a New Decree
Season 6 - Episode 100 - November 27, 2023 - Wrap Up: Esther

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]]> This episode originally aired on September 30, 2024. Ken and Mike’s sophomore release of Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian based theme parks and mini golf establishments. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 54 - January 09, 2023 - Greetings and Salutations
Season 3 - Episode 56 - January 23, 2023 - The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 08, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 4 - Episode 83 - July 31, 2023 - Wrap Up: The Life and Times of David
Season 6 - Episode 98 - November 13, 2023 - Promotion and a New Decree
Season 6 - Episode 100 - November 27, 2023 - Wrap Up: Esther

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978802 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0700 2036 16 225 full false Rewind: Best of Did You Knows Vol. 1 Rewind: Best of Did You Knows Vol. 1 This episode originally aired on July 8, 2024. You’ve been treated to four volumes of Best of Listener Questions, now it’s time for a new series of best of volumes. These will be from the Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People. The time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume all come from season one and are focused on Christians in history. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 2 - January 13, 2022 - Come And See
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 31 - August 1, 2022 - Betrayal and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 21 - May 23, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11
Season 1 - Episode 43 - October 24, 2022 - As The Father Has Sent Me

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 8, 2024. You’ve been treated to four volumes of Best of Listener Questions, now it’s time for a new series of best of volumes. These will be from the Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People. The time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume all come from season one and are focused on Christians in history. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 2 - January 13, 2022 - Come And See
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 31 - August 1, 2022 - Betrayal and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 21 - May 23, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11
Season 1 - Episode 43 - October 24, 2022 - As The Father Has Sent Me

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18978794 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0700 1720 16 224 full false Rewind: Best of Listener Questions, Vol. 6 - Christian Jargon Edition Rewind: Best of Listener Questions, Vol. 6 - Christian Jargon Edition This episode originally aired on October 20, 2025. Back to back best of Listener Questions episodes. This is volume six of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from August 2022 to May 2023, and they focus on some of the funny things Christians say. Join Mike and Ken as the help us understand these words and phrases in their answers to these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 35 - August 29, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17
Season 1 - Episode 41 - October 10, 2022 - Who Are You Looking For
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 8, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 3 - Episode 72 - May 15, 2023 - Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech

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]]> This episode originally aired on October 20, 2025. Back to back best of Listener Questions episodes. This is volume six of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from August 2022 to May 2023, and they focus on some of the funny things Christians say. Join Mike and Ken as the help us understand these words and phrases in their answers to these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 35 - August 29, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17
Season 1 - Episode 41 - October 10, 2022 - Who Are You Looking For
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 8, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 3 - Episode 72 - May 15, 2023 - Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18902218 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0700 3980 16 223 full false Rewind: Best Of Listener Questions Vol. 5 Rewind: Best Of Listener Questions Vol. 5 This episode originally aired on October 13, 2025. It’s been a bit since the guys released a best of Listener Questions episode. Actually, it’s been over a year. So it’s time for volume five of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from March 2023 to January 2024, and cover different topics. Join Ken and Mike as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 65 - March 27, 2023 - Because You've Been Raised with Jesus
Season 3 - Episode 70 - May 1, 2023 - Guidance for Families
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 7 - Episode 105 - January 1, 2024 - Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year

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]]> This episode originally aired on October 13, 2025. It’s been a bit since the guys released a best of Listener Questions episode. Actually, it’s been over a year. So it’s time for volume five of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from March 2023 to January 2024, and cover different topics. Join Ken and Mike as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 65 - March 27, 2023 - Because You've Been Raised with Jesus
Season 3 - Episode 70 - May 1, 2023 - Guidance for Families
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 7 - Episode 105 - January 1, 2024 - Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18902209 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0700 5644 16 222 full false Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 4 Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 4 This episode originally aired on June 10, 2024. It’s been a bit since the guys released a mix tape like best of episode. Actually, the last one was at Christmas time. So it’s time for volume four of the Best of Listener Questions. They really dug in the archives for this set of questions and you won’t want to miss what they’ve pulled out. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 5 - February 1, 2022 - Born Again
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 9 - February 28, 2022 - Your Son Will Live
Season 1 - Episode 26 - June 27, 2022 - The Triumphal Entry
Season 1 - Episode 32 - August 8, 2022 - The Way, Truth and Life

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]]> This episode originally aired on June 10, 2024. It’s been a bit since the guys released a mix tape like best of episode. Actually, the last one was at Christmas time. So it’s time for volume four of the Best of Listener Questions. They really dug in the archives for this set of questions and you won’t want to miss what they’ve pulled out. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 5 - February 1, 2022 - Born Again
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 9 - February 28, 2022 - Your Son Will Live
Season 1 - Episode 26 - June 27, 2022 - The Triumphal Entry
Season 1 - Episode 32 - August 8, 2022 - The Way, Truth and Life

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18863896 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0700 2153 16 221 full false Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition This episode originally aired on December 25, 2023. What better Christmas tradition than to gather around the Christmas tree or fireplace with a cup of hot coco and listen to Ken and Mike answer Christmas questions from listeners? Who knows, it might become a new yearly tradition? Or not. All the same, the guys have created a third best of with questions not featured in volume 1 or 2. Every question is a Christmas question and 1 of the 5 is brand new for this special best of episode. The questions you’ll hear are:

Season 2 - Episode 48 - November 28, 2022 - Christmas with John
Season 2 - Episode 49 - December 5, 2022 - Christmas with Matthew
Season 2 - Episode 50 - December 12, 2022 - Christmas with Mark
Season 2 - Episode 51 - December 19, 2022 - Christmas with Luke
Season 7 - Episode 104 - December 25, 2023 - Best of Listener Question, Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 25, 2023. What better Christmas tradition than to gather around the Christmas tree or fireplace with a cup of hot coco and listen to Ken and Mike answer Christmas questions from listeners? Who knows, it might become a new yearly tradition? Or not. All the same, the guys have created a third best of with questions not featured in volume 1 or 2. Every question is a Christmas question and 1 of the 5 is brand new for this special best of episode. The questions you’ll hear are:

Season 2 - Episode 48 - November 28, 2022 - Christmas with John
Season 2 - Episode 49 - December 5, 2022 - Christmas with Matthew
Season 2 - Episode 50 - December 12, 2022 - Christmas with Mark
Season 2 - Episode 51 - December 19, 2022 - Christmas with Luke
Season 7 - Episode 104 - December 25, 2023 - Best of Listener Question, Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18823524 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0700 5101 16 220 full false Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 2 Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 2 This episode originally aired on June 19, 2023. Do remember making mix tapes and having more songs than a 90 minute cassette would hold? That’s how the guys felt when they created the first volume of the Best of Listener Questions. So, they’ve created a second best of with questions not featured in volume 1. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 20 - May 16, 2022 - Casting the First Stone
Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 27 - July 4, 2022 - The One God Honors
Season 1 - Episode 44 - October 31, 2022 - Life In His Name

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]]> This episode originally aired on June 19, 2023. Do remember making mix tapes and having more songs than a 90 minute cassette would hold? That’s how the guys felt when they created the first volume of the Best of Listener Questions. So, they’ve created a second best of with questions not featured in volume 1. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 20 - May 16, 2022 - Casting the First Stone
Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 27 - July 4, 2022 - The One God Honors
Season 1 - Episode 44 - October 31, 2022 - Life In His Name

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18784408 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0700 2715 16 219 full false Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 1 Rewind: Best of Listener Questions Vol. 1 This episode originally aired on March 6, 2023. The guys have been cranking through Colossians, and thought it would be a good week to take a pause. What better way to pause, then by reliving some of the past Listener Questions? Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 12 - March 21, 2022 - Finding Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 16 - April 18, 2022 - Feeding on Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 24 - June 13, 2022 - The Sheep Know His Voice
Season 1 - Episode 34 - August 22, 2022 - Bearing Fruit That Will Last
Season 1 - Episode 36 - September 5, 2022 - Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit

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]]> This episode originally aired on March 6, 2023. The guys have been cranking through Colossians, and thought it would be a good week to take a pause. What better way to pause, then by reliving some of the past Listener Questions? Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 12 - March 21, 2022 - Finding Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 16 - April 18, 2022 - Feeding on Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 24 - June 13, 2022 - The Sheep Know His Voice
Season 1 - Episode 34 - August 22, 2022 - Bearing Fruit That Will Last
Season 1 - Episode 36 - September 5, 2022 - Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18733464 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0800 2406 16 218 full false Rewind: Wrap Up - Ruth Rewind: Wrap Up - Ruth This episode originally aired on September 11, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth. They discuss the effects of unbelief; belief that leads to striving; and how an identity of being fully redeemed affects how we live our lives. Also, a listener wants to know if Mike and his family made it to Oregon safely. And Christian Industrial Metal, what prompts the guys to wax intellectual about it?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> This episode originally aired on September 11, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth. They discuss the effects of unbelief; belief that leads to striving; and how an identity of being fully redeemed affects how we live our lives. Also, a listener wants to know if Mike and his family made it to Oregon safely. And Christian Industrial Metal, what prompts the guys to wax intellectual about it?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18718829 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0800 6618 15 217 full false Rewind: Ruth and Boaz Get Married Rewind: Ruth and Boaz Get Married This episode originally aired on September 4, 2023. In the rousing conclusion to be book of Ruth, Boaz attempts to redeem Ruth. It looks like the other redeemer has the upper hand and then Boaz says Ruth is a part of the deal, and that’s just too much, and the other redeemer backs out. This means Boaz is the one who can redeem Elimelek’s land and marry Ruth. The storybook ending proceeds with a wedding and a child, but there’s more than just fairytales here. Join Mike and Ken as they wade through the details of a sandal trade, weddings, and a child. Also, a listener is using an ancient baking recipe and asks the guys for some help with the biblical measurements. Can they help this baker in distress?

Passage: Ruth 4

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]]> This episode originally aired on September 4, 2023. In the rousing conclusion to be book of Ruth, Boaz attempts to redeem Ruth. It looks like the other redeemer has the upper hand and then Boaz says Ruth is a part of the deal, and that’s just too much, and the other redeemer backs out. This means Boaz is the one who can redeem Elimelek’s land and marry Ruth. The storybook ending proceeds with a wedding and a child, but there’s more than just fairytales here. Join Mike and Ken as they wade through the details of a sandal trade, weddings, and a child. Also, a listener is using an ancient baking recipe and asks the guys for some help with the biblical measurements. Can they help this baker in distress?

Passage: Ruth 4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485252 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0800 6529 15 216 full false Rewind: Boaz’s Plan To Redeem Ruth Rewind: Boaz’s Plan To Redeem Ruth This episode originally aired on August 28, 2023. A day comes when Naomi feels the need to find a home for Ruth, so she will be provided for. She lays out a plan that Ruth follows to the letter. But isn’t it weird that Boaz is sleeping at the threshing floor? And why does Ruth uncover his feet and lay down by them? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these mysteries found in the third chapter of Ruth. And someone did it, they asked about hyssop. The guys will tackle the listener’s question. Also, they talk about some handsome guy with large amounts of flowing hair. Who could it be?

Passage: Ruth 3

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]]> This episode originally aired on August 28, 2023. A day comes when Naomi feels the need to find a home for Ruth, so she will be provided for. She lays out a plan that Ruth follows to the letter. But isn’t it weird that Boaz is sleeping at the threshing floor? And why does Ruth uncover his feet and lay down by them? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these mysteries found in the third chapter of Ruth. And someone did it, they asked about hyssop. The guys will tackle the listener’s question. Also, they talk about some handsome guy with large amounts of flowing hair. Who could it be?

Passage: Ruth 3

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485249 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0800 6059 15 215 full false Rewind: Ruth Meets Boaz Rewind: Ruth Meets Boaz This episode originally aired on August 21, 2023. It’s a tale as old as time, boy meets girl, which leads to boy and girl falling in love. That’s what’s recorded next in the story of Ruth. She is gleaning in the fields and ends up in a field owned by a relative of Naomi’s. How will this relationship begin and where will it go from this first chance meeting? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the second chapter of Ruth’s story. And it’s the time of year Ken has been dreading, the end of summer and the return to school. Not really, but a listener wants to know if the guys have any back to school memories. Also, how does Cletus Take the Reel end up in an episode about love and romance?

Passage: Ruth 2

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]]> This episode originally aired on August 21, 2023. It’s a tale as old as time, boy meets girl, which leads to boy and girl falling in love. That’s what’s recorded next in the story of Ruth. She is gleaning in the fields and ends up in a field owned by a relative of Naomi’s. How will this relationship begin and where will it go from this first chance meeting? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the second chapter of Ruth’s story. And it’s the time of year Ken has been dreading, the end of summer and the return to school. Not really, but a listener wants to know if the guys have any back to school memories. Also, how does Cletus Take the Reel end up in an episode about love and romance?

Passage: Ruth 2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485244 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0800 5525 15 214 full false Rewind: Ruth and Naomi’s Back Story Rewind: Ruth and Naomi’s Back Story This episode originally aired on August 14, 2023. To really understand the book of Ruth is to first understand the characters involved. And not just the details offered, but also what their names actually mean. With an understanding of name meanings, the backstory of what lands Naomi and Ruth in Bethlehem at harvest time has a much greater meaning. Join Ken and Mike as they make their way through this first chapter discussing not only name meanings but also two types of commitment and country music. Yes, country music. And did a listener really ask the guys about what their favorite flower might be?

Passage: Ruth 1

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]]> This episode originally aired on August 14, 2023. To really understand the book of Ruth is to first understand the characters involved. And not just the details offered, but also what their names actually mean. With an understanding of name meanings, the backstory of what lands Naomi and Ruth in Bethlehem at harvest time has a much greater meaning. Join Ken and Mike as they make their way through this first chapter discussing not only name meanings but also two types of commitment and country music. Yes, country music. And did a listener really ask the guys about what their favorite flower might be?

Passage: Ruth 1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485238 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0800 5598 15 213 full false Rewind: Intro to Ruth Rewind: Intro to Ruth This episode originally aired on August 7, 2023. Has Jesus Changes People become a Hallmark movie? Mike and Ken discuss the possibility as they begin Season 5, which will focus on a love story from the Bible. The book of Ruth tells the story of 3 prominent characters: Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. The guys will give a high level view of the book; map out where they’re headed in this season; and discuss the things to be looking for as you work your way through Ruth. Also, the listener question makes Ken hungry. Why might that be?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> This episode originally aired on August 7, 2023. Has Jesus Changes People become a Hallmark movie? Mike and Ken discuss the possibility as they begin Season 5, which will focus on a love story from the Bible. The book of Ruth tells the story of 3 prominent characters: Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. The guys will give a high level view of the book; map out where they’re headed in this season; and discuss the things to be looking for as you work your way through Ruth. Also, the listener question makes Ken hungry. Why might that be?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485232 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0800 5273 15 212 full false Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year This episode originally aired on December 26, 2022. Ken and Mike wrap up their second season and the first year of Jesus Changes People. They reflect on the previous year and look forward to what might lie ahead in the next. During the main sections, they discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also included is the long anticipated announcement of the vote results for Seasons 3’s book of the Bible. So grab Christmas leftovers and pop on this not to miss episode.

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 26, 2022. Ken and Mike wrap up their second season and the first year of Jesus Changes People. They reflect on the previous year and look forward to what might lie ahead in the next. During the main sections, they discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also included is the long anticipated announcement of the vote results for Seasons 3’s book of the Bible. So grab Christmas leftovers and pop on this not to miss episode.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18485216 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0800 5978 14 211 full false Rewind: Christmas with Luke Rewind: Christmas with Luke This episode originally aired on December 19, 2022. Luke begins his biography of Jesus, explaining why he’s undertaken the writing of his account. He desires to put down an orderly record so that people won’t be fuzzy about something so important as the life of Jesus. If we’d heard the story of Jesus’ read from scripture, it’s most likely been read from the book of Luke, so it is quite familiar to us. However, the stories of Mary and John the Baptist’s parents aren’t talked about as much as many other elements of the Christmas story. From them, we learn the difference between believing in God and not believing God. It’s a subtle difference, but we struggle with these two matters of belief on a daily basis in our own lives. Luke’s account helps us learn how we’re able to grow in our belief in God and believing what God says.

Passage: Luke 1

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 19, 2022. Luke begins his biography of Jesus, explaining why he’s undertaken the writing of his account. He desires to put down an orderly record so that people won’t be fuzzy about something so important as the life of Jesus. If we’d heard the story of Jesus’ read from scripture, it’s most likely been read from the book of Luke, so it is quite familiar to us. However, the stories of Mary and John the Baptist’s parents aren’t talked about as much as many other elements of the Christmas story. From them, we learn the difference between believing in God and not believing God. It’s a subtle difference, but we struggle with these two matters of belief on a daily basis in our own lives. Luke’s account helps us learn how we’re able to grow in our belief in God and believing what God says.

Passage: Luke 1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18301696 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0800 5673 14 210 full false Rewind: Christmas with Mark Rewind: Christmas with Mark This episode originally aired on December 12, 2022. Mark, much like John, begins his biography with Jesus as an adult. His account moves rapidly through a prophecy from Isaiah, John the Baptist preaching in the wilderness, Jesus’ baptism by John, God the Father speaking from heaven to Jesus, and Jesus heading into the wilderness for forty days, which included being tempted by Satan. Mark covers all of this in just 15 verses. Although it’s not the traditional Christmas story we’re used to, it’s still clear that Jesus’ entrance into the world is seen as an invasion by the forces that are ruling it. We also see that through Jesus, God is answering the prayer for mercy and help from Isaiah 64, where the author asks God to rend the heavens and come down. Mark’s account helps us see the powerful changes that can happen in our lives because of Jesus’ coming.

Passage: Mark 1:1-15

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 12, 2022. Mark, much like John, begins his biography with Jesus as an adult. His account moves rapidly through a prophecy from Isaiah, John the Baptist preaching in the wilderness, Jesus’ baptism by John, God the Father speaking from heaven to Jesus, and Jesus heading into the wilderness for forty days, which included being tempted by Satan. Mark covers all of this in just 15 verses. Although it’s not the traditional Christmas story we’re used to, it’s still clear that Jesus’ entrance into the world is seen as an invasion by the forces that are ruling it. We also see that through Jesus, God is answering the prayer for mercy and help from Isaiah 64, where the author asks God to rend the heavens and come down. Mark’s account helps us see the powerful changes that can happen in our lives because of Jesus’ coming.

Passage: Mark 1:1-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18301688 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0800 5899 14 209 full false Rewind: Christmas with Matthew Rewind: Christmas with Matthew This episode originally aired on December 5, 2022. Matthew begins his biography of Jesus with a genealogy. Although a genealogy seems like something we should skip, it’s surprising who we find listed in Jesus’ family tree. It’s also amazing that Matthew didn’t hesitate to include some of these individuals. From those he includes, we’re provided a great reminder that no one is beyond the grace of God. Matthew, unlike John, further shares the details concerning Jesus’ birth. However, he also includes that Jesus’ birth causes Herod to have every boy two years old and under killed in Bethlehem. This and many other details in Matthew’s account help us see that Jesus’ birth involved real people with very real hardships.

Passage: Matthew 1-2

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]]> This episode originally aired on December 5, 2022. Matthew begins his biography of Jesus with a genealogy. Although a genealogy seems like something we should skip, it’s surprising who we find listed in Jesus’ family tree. It’s also amazing that Matthew didn’t hesitate to include some of these individuals. From those he includes, we’re provided a great reminder that no one is beyond the grace of God. Matthew, unlike John, further shares the details concerning Jesus’ birth. However, he also includes that Jesus’ birth causes Herod to have every boy two years old and under killed in Bethlehem. This and many other details in Matthew’s account help us see that Jesus’ birth involved real people with very real hardships.

Passage: Matthew 1-2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18301681 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0800 5082 14 208 full false Rewind: Christmas with John Rewind: Christmas with John This episode originally aired on November 28, 2022. John begins his biography of Jesus as an adult and with what seems to be a philosophical introduction–but one that is packed with rich theology. Contrary to what we might think, the Christmas story did not begin in Bethlehem or even when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. The Christmas story–God coming from heaven to earth–has existed in the heart of God since the very beginning. That’s what John wants His readers to know. The Christmas story is part of a larger story–the overarching story of God’s redemptive plan. To truly understand the importance of Christmas, we must place it within this larger story.

Passage: John 1:1-14

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]]> This episode originally aired on November 28, 2022. John begins his biography of Jesus as an adult and with what seems to be a philosophical introduction–but one that is packed with rich theology. Contrary to what we might think, the Christmas story did not begin in Bethlehem or even when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. The Christmas story–God coming from heaven to earth–has existed in the heart of God since the very beginning. That’s what John wants His readers to know. The Christmas story is part of a larger story–the overarching story of God’s redemptive plan. To truly understand the importance of Christmas, we must place it within this larger story.

Passage: John 1:1-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18301628 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0800 5117 14 207 full false Rewind: Wrapping Up The Life and Times of David Rewind: Wrapping Up The Life and Times of David This episode originally aired on July 31, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 31, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18301597 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6929 13 206 full false Rewind: When Dreams Don’t Come True Rewind: When Dreams Don’t Come True This episode originally aired on July 31, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 31, 2023. Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18073086 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0800 5711 13 205 full false Rewind: David’s Source of Power Rewind: David’s Source of Power This episode originally aired on July 17, 2023. Psalm 51 is a powerful expression of repentance and restoration. Written by David in the aftermath of his affair with Bathsheba, it shows humility, brokenness, and a willingness to do whatever God asks of him. It is in this chapter that David writes these words, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Join Ken and Mike as they dig into this rich Psalm loaded with lots of practical insights for us today. And don’t miss the Listener Question segment, one of the guys shares some big news.

Passage: Psalm 51

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 17, 2023. Psalm 51 is a powerful expression of repentance and restoration. Written by David in the aftermath of his affair with Bathsheba, it shows humility, brokenness, and a willingness to do whatever God asks of him. It is in this chapter that David writes these words, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Join Ken and Mike as they dig into this rich Psalm loaded with lots of practical insights for us today. And don’t miss the Listener Question segment, one of the guys shares some big news.

Passage: Psalm 51

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18073078 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6478 13 204 full false Rewind: Slaying Giants Rewind: Slaying Giants This episode originally aired on July 10, 2023. The story of David and Goliath is well known in and out of church circles. In popular culture, it is used to highlight the underdog and how people can overcome great odds. Within the biblical context, the story of David and Goliath is also about trusting God to provide victory, and having a willingness to fight in your unique style. Ultimately, God gives David the victory. Join Mike and Ken for the third episode of their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. If the guys are talking about David, shouldn’t they have a Did You Know segment about the statue of David? And did Ken have a previous run in with the statue of David?

Passage: 1 Samuel 17

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 10, 2023. The story of David and Goliath is well known in and out of church circles. In popular culture, it is used to highlight the underdog and how people can overcome great odds. Within the biblical context, the story of David and Goliath is also about trusting God to provide victory, and having a willingness to fight in your unique style. Ultimately, God gives David the victory. Join Mike and Ken for the third episode of their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. If the guys are talking about David, shouldn’t they have a Did You Know segment about the statue of David? And did Ken have a previous run in with the statue of David?

Passage: 1 Samuel 17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18073072 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6520 13 203 full false Rewind: Fallen Rewind: Fallen This episode originally aired on July 3, 2023. While many people think of 2 Samuel 11 and 12 as simply David’s affair with Bathsheba, it is actually much more. Throughout the chapter we see David ignoring warning signs, not listening to advisors, and ultimately allowing his desire for Bathsheba to cause him to have her husband murdered. It begins with David not being where he should be–out to war with his army. When we are not where God wants us to be, we place ourselves at risk. Join Ken and Mike, as they continue through their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also discuss tabloids, the King James Version of the bible, and fireworks. And is there a listener trying to call in to the show, while the guys are recording?

Passage: 2 Samuel 11-12

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]]> This episode originally aired on July 3, 2023. While many people think of 2 Samuel 11 and 12 as simply David’s affair with Bathsheba, it is actually much more. Throughout the chapter we see David ignoring warning signs, not listening to advisors, and ultimately allowing his desire for Bathsheba to cause him to have her husband murdered. It begins with David not being where he should be–out to war with his army. When we are not where God wants us to be, we place ourselves at risk. Join Ken and Mike, as they continue through their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also discuss tabloids, the King James Version of the bible, and fireworks. And is there a listener trying to call in to the show, while the guys are recording?

Passage: 2 Samuel 11-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18073068 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6348 13 202 full false Rewind: An Unlikely King Rewind: An Unlikely King This episode originally aired on June 26, 2023. When Samuel goes to anoint the next king of Israel, he makes a common mistake: he judges the potential candidates based on outward appearances. God uses this opportunity to share his perspective: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” (1 Samuel 16:7). God still has this same perspective today. Join Mike and Ken, as they begin season 4, a mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also talk about a band that’s celebrating a 50th anniversary, and tackle a Listener’s Question about women’s roles in ministry.

Passage: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

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]]> This episode originally aired on June 26, 2023. When Samuel goes to anoint the next king of Israel, he makes a common mistake: he judges the potential candidates based on outward appearances. God uses this opportunity to share his perspective: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” (1 Samuel 16:7). God still has this same perspective today. Join Mike and Ken, as they begin season 4, a mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also talk about a band that’s celebrating a 50th anniversary, and tackle a Listener’s Question about women’s roles in ministry.

Passage: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18073061 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0800 5860 13 201 full false Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition Second Best of Did You Knows in four episodes. It’s no trick; it’s a treat. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Five of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on Tabletop Games. One is a brand new Did You Know for Jesus Changes People 200th episode. Join Ken and Mike as they share five of these facts with us again. And throw in a new one for this episode. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 8 - Episode 109 - January 29, 2024 - The Credentials
Season 8 - Episode 126 - May 27, 2024 - Father Abraham
Season 12 - Episode 200 - October 27, 2025 - Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition
Season 8 - Episode 147 - October 21, 2024 - Character Sketch Of A Legalist
Season 10 - Episode 166 - March 3, 2025 - Love Inside And Out
Season 11 - Episode 175 - May 5, 2025 - Wrapping Up Together With Christ

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]]> Second Best of Did You Knows in four episodes. It’s no trick; it’s a treat. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Five of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on Tabletop Games. One is a brand new Did You Know for Jesus Changes People 200th episode. Join Ken and Mike as they share five of these facts with us again. And throw in a new one for this episode. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 8 - Episode 109 - January 29, 2024 - The Credentials
Season 8 - Episode 126 - May 27, 2024 - Father Abraham
Season 12 - Episode 200 - October 27, 2025 - Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game Edition
Season 8 - Episode 147 - October 21, 2024 - Character Sketch Of A Legalist
Season 10 - Episode 166 - March 3, 2025 - Love Inside And Out
Season 11 - Episode 175 - May 5, 2025 - Wrapping Up Together With Christ

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18072981 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0700 2272 12 200 full false Best of Listener Questions, Vol. 6 - Christian Jargon Edition Best of Listener Questions, Vol. 6 - Christian Jargon Edition Back to back best of Listener Questions episodes. This is volume six of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from August 2022 to May 2023, and they focus on some of the funny things Christians say. Join Mike and Ken as the help us understand these words and phrases in their answers to these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 35 - August 29, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17
Season 1 - Episode 41 - October 10, 2022 - Who Are You Looking For
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 8, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 3 - Episode 72 - May 15, 2023 - Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech

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]]> Back to back best of Listener Questions episodes. This is volume six of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from August 2022 to May 2023, and they focus on some of the funny things Christians say. Join Mike and Ken as the help us understand these words and phrases in their answers to these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 35 - August 29, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17
Season 1 - Episode 41 - October 10, 2022 - Who Are You Looking For
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 8, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 3 - Episode 72 - May 15, 2023 - Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-18033252 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0700 3980 12 199 full false Best Of Listener Questions Vol. 5 Best Of Listener Questions Vol. 5 It’s been a bit since the guys released a best of Listener Questions episode. Actually, it’s been over a year. So it’s time for volume five of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from March 2023 to January 2024, and cover different topics. Join Ken and Mike as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 65 - March 27, 2023 - Because You've Been Raised with Jesus
Season 3 - Episode 70 - May 1, 2023 - Guidance for Families
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 7 - Episode 105 - January 1, 2024 - Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year

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]]> It’s been a bit since the guys released a best of Listener Questions episode. Actually, it’s been over a year. So it’s time for volume five of the Best of Listener Questions. These 5 questions span from March 2023 to January 2024, and cover different topics. Join Ken and Mike as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 65 - March 27, 2023 - Because You've Been Raised with Jesus
Season 3 - Episode 70 - May 1, 2023 - Guidance for Families
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 7 - Episode 105 - January 1, 2024 - Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17943197 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0700 5644 12 198 full false Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 5 - Veggie Tales Edition Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 5 - Veggie Tales Edition Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Veggie Tales. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 68 - April 17, 2023 - Living as God's Chosen People
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 8 - Episode 123 - May 6, 2024 - Ascension
Season 9- Episode 158 - January 6, 2025 - The Power Of No
Season 12 - Episode 185 - July 14, 2025 - Living as God's Chosen People

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]]> Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Veggie Tales. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 68 - April 17, 2023 - Living as God's Chosen People
Season 4 - Episode 82 - July 24, 2023 - When Dreams Don’t Come True
Season 6 - Episode 92 - October 2, 2023 - The Beauty Contest
Season 8 - Episode 123 - May 6, 2024 - Ascension
Season 9- Episode 158 - January 6, 2025 - The Power Of No
Season 12 - Episode 185 - July 14, 2025 - Living as God's Chosen People

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17933878 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0700 1606 12 197 full false Consistent Living Consistent Living Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 John. In them, we discover that in Christ we can walk the way Jesus walked, abide in the Son and the Father, have anointing, have no sin, and do not keep on sinning. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. When is it best not to be over confident? What Biblical item to people disagree on, but still have common ground on what’s most important? And a listener wants to know if the guys do premarital counseling and if so what’s their approach?

Passages: 1 John 2:6, 1 John 2:27-28, 1 John 3:4-6

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 John. In them, we discover that in Christ we can walk the way Jesus walked, abide in the Son and the Father, have anointing, have no sin, and do not keep on sinning. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. When is it best not to be over confident? What Biblical item to people disagree on, but still have common ground on what’s most important? And a listener wants to know if the guys do premarital counseling and if so what’s their approach?

Passages: 1 John 2:6, 1 John 2:27-28, 1 John 3:4-6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17911125 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6295 12 196 full false Carried Through Carried Through Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude. In them, we discover that in Christ we have been called to God’s eternal glory, have peace, participate in the divine nature, are beloved, and kept. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Have you ever tried to name-drop without it looking like a name-drop? A listener wants the guys’ hot take on pumpkin spice. And what fall food or drink would people in the Bible enjoy?

Passages: 1 Peter 5:10, 14, 2 Peter 1:3-4, Jude 1-2

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude. In them, we discover that in Christ we have been called to God’s eternal glory, have peace, participate in the divine nature, are beloved, and kept. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Have you ever tried to name-drop without it looking like a name-drop? A listener wants the guys’ hot take on pumpkin spice. And what fall food or drink would people in the Bible enjoy?

Passages: 1 Peter 5:10, 14, 2 Peter 1:3-4, Jude 1-2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17869802 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6757 12 195 full false Passing The Torch Passing The Torch Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Timothy. In them, we discover that in Christ we have the promise of life, grace, salvation, and can live in a godly way. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. What happens with things go from bad to worse or from good to great? The guys discuss both. A listener wants to know what are some of the hardest topics the guys have had to preach on. And this was a second episode recorded in the same day, what could go wrong, right?

Passages: 2 Timothy 1:1, 2:1, 2:10, 3:12-13

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Timothy. In them, we discover that in Christ we have the promise of life, grace, salvation, and can live in a godly way. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. What happens with things go from bad to worse or from good to great? The guys discuss both. A listener wants to know what are some of the hardest topics the guys have had to preach on. And this was a second episode recorded in the same day, what could go wrong, right?

Passages: 2 Timothy 1:1, 2:1, 2:10, 3:12-13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17830649 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6031 12 194 full false Commendable Living Commendable Living Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Thessalonians. In them, we discover that in Christ we stand firm, lead, care, rejoice, pray, and give thanks in everything. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Both of the guys have interviewed for lead pastoral roles in the last couple of years. A listener wants to know how is the interview process for pastors different and similar to other job interviews. The guys also kick around how youth pastor interviews have changed over the years.

Passages: 1 Thessalonians 3:6-8, 5:12-13, 5:16-18

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Thessalonians. In them, we discover that in Christ we stand firm, lead, care, rejoice, pray, and give thanks in everything. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Both of the guys have interviewed for lead pastoral roles in the last couple of years. A listener wants to know how is the interview process for pastors different and similar to other job interviews. The guys also kick around how youth pastor interviews have changed over the years.

Passages: 1 Thessalonians 3:6-8, 5:12-13, 5:16-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17796302 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7282 12 193 full false Made Complete Made Complete Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Colossians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are to walk, live, move, and breathe. We also are rooted, built up, established, brought to fullness, and circumcised. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. How do the guys get pumped up (strong)? A listener asks the guys about the upcoming NFL season. They want to know what their thoughts are on teams, how the year will play out, and gripes? And what would be like if church services were like NFL games?

Passages: Colossians 2:6-12, Acts 17:28a

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Colossians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are to walk, live, move, and breathe. We also are rooted, built up, established, brought to fullness, and circumcised. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. How do the guys get pumped up (strong)? A listener asks the guys about the upcoming NFL season. They want to know what their thoughts are on teams, how the year will play out, and gripes? And what would be like if church services were like NFL games?

Passages: Colossians 2:6-12, Acts 17:28a

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17749905 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7215 12 192 full false Relocation Relocation Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Colossians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have been rescued, transferred, redeemed, forgiven, are held together, and have all treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Have the guys ever needed to be rescued or bailed out? A listener wants to know if the guys have ever been in a musical. If so, what part did they have? Would they like to see a play on Broadway? And what would it be like if someone wrote, Church the Musical?

Passages: Colossians 1:13-14, 16-17, 2:1-3

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Colossians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have been rescued, transferred, redeemed, forgiven, are held together, and have all treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. Have the guys ever needed to be rescued or bailed out? A listener wants to know if the guys have ever been in a musical. If so, what part did they have? Would they like to see a play on Broadway? And what would it be like if someone wrote, Church the Musical?

Passages: Colossians 1:13-14, 16-17, 2:1-3

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17721483 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6760 12 191 full false Action Plan Action Plan Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Philippians and 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have peace, a guarded heart and mind, all our needs supplied, simplicity, and purity. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. One of the guys has big news that the guys discuss during the listener question segment. What could the news be? Also, what are some of the least peaceful places that can be found on the planet? And what are some pro and killer tips for a pastoral candidating week?

Passages: Philippians 4:4-7, 4:19, 2 Corinthians 11:2-4

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Philippians and 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have peace, a guarded heart and mind, all our needs supplied, simplicity, and purity. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. One of the guys has big news that the guys discuss during the listener question segment. What could the news be? Also, what are some of the least peaceful places that can be found on the planet? And what are some pro and killer tips for a pastoral candidating week?

Passages: Philippians 4:4-7, 4:19, 2 Corinthians 11:2-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17649787 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0700 8003 12 190 full false The Ins and Outs Of Interaction The Ins and Outs Of Interaction Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians and Galatians. In them, we discover that in Christ our interactions with God and others change. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know the guys’ opinions on what are the most vital activities within a church. Have the guys ever approached anyone famous? What might not be the best way to approach famous people? And could one of the guys be confused for someone famous?

Passages: Ephesians 3:12, 4:32, 5:8, Galatians 2:4

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians and Galatians. In them, we discover that in Christ our interactions with God and others change. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know the guys’ opinions on what are the most vital activities within a church. Have the guys ever approached anyone famous? What might not be the best way to approach famous people? And could one of the guys be confused for someone famous?

Passages: Ephesians 3:12, 4:32, 5:8, Galatians 2:4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17632654 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7884 12 189 full false Leveled Up Leveled Up Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are raised, made alive, loved, seated, shown mercy, grace, and kindness, and created to do good works. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys had summer jobs growing up and what sort of jobs were they. What’s so great about high vantage points? And what are some craft projects you shouldn’t attempt at your next Vacation Bible School? The guys tackle these questions, and many others.

Passages: Ephesians 2:4-10

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are raised, made alive, loved, seated, shown mercy, grace, and kindness, and created to do good works. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys had summer jobs growing up and what sort of jobs were they. What’s so great about high vantage points? And what are some craft projects you shouldn’t attempt at your next Vacation Bible School? The guys tackle these questions, and many others.

Passages: Ephesians 2:4-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17601924 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6687 12 188 full false Wholeness Wholeness Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we know God’s will is to bring all things together in Christ, that we have an inheritance, are included, marked, and sealed by the Spirit. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. The guys recently discussed things they would like to inherit, now they venture into the list of things they wouldn’t like to inherit. A listener wants to know if the guys have ever been directly involved with vacation Bible school or VBS and if they’d share their experiences. And everyone has their first apartment, Ken and Mike remember the good, the not so good, and the quirky about there’s.

Passages: Ephesians 1:8b-14

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we know God’s will is to bring all things together in Christ, that we have an inheritance, are included, marked, and sealed by the Spirit. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. The guys recently discussed things they would like to inherit, now they venture into the list of things they wouldn’t like to inherit. A listener wants to know if the guys have ever been directly involved with vacation Bible school or VBS and if they’d share their experiences. And everyone has their first apartment, Ken and Mike remember the good, the not so good, and the quirky about there’s.

Passages: Ephesians 1:8b-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17547509 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6656 12 187 full false Striking It Rich Striking It Rich Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have every spiritual blessing, including being chosen, holy, blameless, favored, and redeemed. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guys thoughts on church growth have changed through their years of ministry. Was there 15 or 10 commandments? The guys kick around additional commandments that could be added to the original 10.

Passages: Ephesians 1:3-8a

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we have every spiritual blessing, including being chosen, holy, blameless, favored, and redeemed. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guys thoughts on church growth have changed through their years of ministry. Was there 15 or 10 commandments? The guys kick around additional commandments that could be added to the original 10.

Passages: Ephesians 1:3-8a

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17516078 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7674 12 186 full false Let’s Make A Deal Let’s Make A Deal Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are a new creation, reconciled, and righteous. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know which Bible characters the guys think have the best sense of humor. Who is QWERTY and where did his name come from? Is it ever appropriate to beg for something? And what would happen if pastors could have stunt doubles? These are all questions answered in this episode.

Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are a new creation, reconciled, and righteous. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know which Bible characters the guys think have the best sense of humor. Who is QWERTY and where did his name come from? Is it ever appropriate to beg for something? And what would happen if pastors could have stunt doubles? These are all questions answered in this episode.

Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17498774 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7107 12 185 full false Festivities And Face Coverings Festivities And Face Coverings Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are triumphant, spread the knowledge of Jesus everywhere, are sent from Jesus, speak in sincerity and boldness as ministers of a new covenant before God, and there’s no veil between us and God. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what are some summer activities the guys enjoy. Also, what aromas would someone want to or not want to smell? And it wasn’t enough to build a full-size replica of the Ark in Kentucky; so they went and set a world record. What could it be?

Passages: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are triumphant, spread the knowledge of Jesus everywhere, are sent from Jesus, speak in sincerity and boldness as ministers of a new covenant before God, and there’s no veil between us and God. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what are some summer activities the guys enjoy. Also, what aromas would someone want to or not want to smell? And it wasn’t enough to build a full-size replica of the Ark in Kentucky; so they went and set a world record. What could it be?

Passages: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17444252 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6813 12 184 full false The Linchpin The Linchpin Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are dependable and established, having received every promise from God. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guy's perspectives on pastoral ministry may have changed over the years. What has remained constant, and what may be different now. What church record has been set that may be next to impossible to break? And the guys offer some helpful hints on things you should and shouldn’t shout out in church.

Passages: 2 Corinthians 1:19-22

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 2 Corinthians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are dependable and established, having received every promise from God. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guy's perspectives on pastoral ministry may have changed over the years. What has remained constant, and what may be different now. What church record has been set that may be next to impossible to break? And the guys offer some helpful hints on things you should and shouldn’t shout out in church.

Passages: 2 Corinthians 1:19-22

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17417065 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7700 12 183 full false No Fear In Death No Fear In Death Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Corinthians and 1 Thessalonians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are guaranteed to rise in the future with Him, have a new identity, and are made alive. Also, they discuss how one particular verse is used by universalist and how we can know this is a faulty claim. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for their input on and memories of summer camps. There’s something about a well known Christian rock band you might not know, but will discover. And the guys kick around how they might stage a fake rapture.

Passages: 1 Corinthians 15:17-22, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-16

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Corinthians and 1 Thessalonians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are guaranteed to rise in the future with Him, have a new identity, and are made alive. Also, they discuss how one particular verse is used by universalist and how we can know this is a faulty claim. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for their input on and memories of summer camps. There’s something about a well known Christian rock band you might not know, but will discover. And the guys kick around how they might stage a fake rapture.

Passages: 1 Corinthians 15:17-22, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17359531 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6929 12 182 full false What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Corinthians and Romans. In them, we discover that in Christ we are given grace, are enriched in every way, have wisdom, have righteousness, have holiness, and are redeemed. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants the guys to settle the summer grilling debate of hamburger or hot dog. The guys wonder what it would be like to have all knowledge. And they also discuss the ins and outs of re-gifting.

Passages: 1 Corinthians 1:4-5, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 3:24

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from 1 Corinthians and Romans. In them, we discover that in Christ we are given grace, are enriched in every way, have wisdom, have righteousness, have holiness, and are redeemed. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants the guys to settle the summer grilling debate of hamburger or hot dog. The guys wonder what it would be like to have all knowledge. And they also discuss the ins and outs of re-gifting.

Passages: 1 Corinthians 1:4-5, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 3:24

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17333748 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6154 12 181 full false Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 4 - Christian Rock and Comedy Edition Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 4 - Christian Rock and Comedy Edition Mike and Ken release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian rock music and comedy. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 38 - September 19, 2022 - Trial and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17. 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 4 - Episode 78 - June 26, 2023 - An Unlikely King
Season 5 - Episode 86 - August 21, 2023 - Ruth Meets Boaz
Season 5 - Episode 89 - September 11, 2023 - Wrap Up: Ruth

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]]> Mike and Ken release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian rock music and comedy. Join Ken and Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 38 - September 19, 2022 - Trial and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 42 - October 17. 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18
Season 4 - Episode 78 - June 26, 2023 - An Unlikely King
Season 5 - Episode 86 - August 21, 2023 - Ruth Meets Boaz
Season 5 - Episode 89 - September 11, 2023 - Wrap Up: Ruth

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17297489 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0700 1768 12 180 full false Oneness Oneness Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans, Galatians, and Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are one body, all sons of God, have no distinctions, have unity, externals don’t divide, and that the far away have been brought near. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what do pastors do for fun. Who in the Bible could have used Testamints or Commandmints? If the guys did a sermon series on movies, what might be some movies they would use?

Passages: Romans 12:5, Galatians 3:26-28, Galatians 5:6, Ephesians 2:13, Ephesians 3:6

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans, Galatians, and Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we are one body, all sons of God, have no distinctions, have unity, externals don’t divide, and that the far away have been brought near. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what do pastors do for fun. Who in the Bible could have used Testamints or Commandmints? If the guys did a sermon series on movies, what might be some movies they would use?

Passages: Romans 12:5, Galatians 3:26-28, Galatians 5:6, Ephesians 2:13, Ephesians 3:6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17258917 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7458 12 179 full false The High Ground The High Ground Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans. In them, we discover that in Christ we are not condemned, free, conquers, and not separated from the love of God. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know about the guy's approach to and philosophies about preaching. Need a gift idea for a special lady. The guys have a great option for you. Also, if Christians created late night infomercials, what would they be like

Passages: Romans 8:1-2, 37-39

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans. In them, we discover that in Christ we are not condemned, free, conquers, and not separated from the love of God. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know about the guy's approach to and philosophies about preaching. Need a gift idea for a special lady. The guys have a great option for you. Also, if Christians created late night infomercials, what would they be like

Passages: Romans 8:1-2, 37-39

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17210647 Mon, 26 May 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7980 12 178 full false A Wardrobe Change A Wardrobe Change Ken and Mike begin their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans and Galatians. In them, we discover that we are placed into Christ for death, burial, and resurrection. We also discover that we are dead to sin, alive unto God, have eternal life, and are clothed in Christ. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what’s the best compliment the guys have received in relation to the show and their speaking opportunities. Testamints may be gone from the market, but the guys have found another option you just might want to hear about. Also, they wonder about what other mints need to be created and put on the market for sale.

Passages: Romans 6:3, Romans 6:11, Romans 6:23, Galatians 3:27

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]]> Ken and Mike begin their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Romans and Galatians. In them, we discover that we are placed into Christ for death, burial, and resurrection. We also discover that we are dead to sin, alive unto God, have eternal life, and are clothed in Christ. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what’s the best compliment the guys have received in relation to the show and their speaking opportunities. Testamints may be gone from the market, but the guys have found another option you just might want to hear about. Also, they wonder about what other mints need to be created and put on the market for sale.

Passages: Romans 6:3, Romans 6:11, Romans 6:23, Galatians 3:27

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17180068 Mon, 19 May 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7425 12 177 full false A Small Word With Big Meaning A Small Word With Big Meaning Mike and Ken begin their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from the gospel of John. In them, we discover how we are in Christ, what we know being in Christ, and what we can expect living in Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys owned and operated a retreat center, what retreat experiences would they offer? What gives powerfully fresh breath and a powerful message to pass on to others? Also, can you remember back to high school and the groups that were considered the in group and those who weren’t?

Passages: John 6:56, John 14:20, John 15:2, John 15:5

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]]> Mike and Ken begin their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from the gospel of John. In them, we discover how we are in Christ, what we know being in Christ, and what we can expect living in Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys owned and operated a retreat center, what retreat experiences would they offer? What gives powerfully fresh breath and a powerful message to pass on to others? Also, can you remember back to high school and the groups that were considered the in group and those who weren’t?

Passages: John 6:56, John 14:20, John 15:2, John 15:5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17136040 Mon, 12 May 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7563 12 176 full false Wrapping Up Together With Christ Wrapping Up Together With Christ Mike and Ken wrap up their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season has been focused on being Together With Christ. In this episode, they discuss what life is like not having Christ with us; why it matters for Christians to know and live together with Christ; how does being together with Christ make a difference; and what do the guys wish they knew sooner in relation to being together with Christ. A listener asks the guys how prayer fits into their current ministry and work environments. What are some things that do and do not go well together? And what if you could skip death and go straight to heaven, what option would you take?

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]]> Mike and Ken wrap up their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season has been focused on being Together With Christ. In this episode, they discuss what life is like not having Christ with us; why it matters for Christians to know and live together with Christ; how does being together with Christ make a difference; and what do the guys wish they knew sooner in relation to being together with Christ. A listener asks the guys how prayer fits into their current ministry and work environments. What are some things that do and do not go well together? And what if you could skip death and go straight to heaven, what option would you take?

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17095247 Mon, 05 May 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6947 11 175 full false Live, Suffer, Glorified Live, Suffer, Glorified Ken and Mike are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from three of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians, we live, suffer, and are glorified with Christ. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks for help in reading and understanding their Bible. Besides being known as the Holy Land, Israel is also known for something else. What might it be? And what are some ways we misuse the idea of suffering for Jesus?

Passages: Romans 6:8, 2 Timothy 2:11, Romans 8:17, Colossians 3:4

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from three of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians, we live, suffer, and are glorified with Christ. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks for help in reading and understanding their Bible. Besides being known as the Holy Land, Israel is also known for something else. What might it be? And what are some ways we misuse the idea of suffering for Jesus?

Passages: Romans 6:8, 2 Timothy 2:11, Romans 8:17, Colossians 3:4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-17047502 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7235 11 174 full false Made Alive, Raised, Seated Made Alive, Raised, Seated Mike and Ken are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from two of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians; we were made alive, raised, and seated with Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wonders if the guys were to participate in an Easter egg hunt, would they want to find the most eggs or find the biggest egg? How did eggs become a symbol of Easter? Which of the guys has a connection to the world’s largest Easter egg hunt? And how does that lead to them holding events in their backyard?

Passages: Ephesians 2:5, Colossians 2:13, Ephesians 2:6, Colossians 2:12, Colossians 3:1

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from two of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians; we were made alive, raised, and seated with Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wonders if the guys were to participate in an Easter egg hunt, would they want to find the most eggs or find the biggest egg? How did eggs become a symbol of Easter? Which of the guys has a connection to the world’s largest Easter egg hunt? And how does that lead to them holding events in their backyard?

Passages: Ephesians 2:5, Colossians 2:13, Ephesians 2:6, Colossians 2:12, Colossians 3:1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16998831 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7101 11 173 full false What We Died To What We Died To Ken and Mike are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses that tell us what we died to together with Christ. In them, we discover that as Christians, we died to the world, sin, and the law. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener sent the guys an Easter gift and they open it on air. Does the Easter Bunny have roots in Christianity? And what are things you shouldn’t leave on your porch in hot and cold weather?

Passages: Romans 6:2, 6:11, 7:4, 7:6, Galatians 2:19, 6:14, Colossians 2:20

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses that tell us what we died to together with Christ. In them, we discover that as Christians, we died to the world, sin, and the law. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener sent the guys an Easter gift and they open it on air. Does the Easter Bunny have roots in Christianity? And what are things you shouldn’t leave on your porch in hot and cold weather?

Passages: Romans 6:2, 6:11, 7:4, 7:6, Galatians 2:19, 6:14, Colossians 2:20

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16971552 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7143 11 172 full false Crucified, Died, Buried Crucified, Died, Buried Mike and Ken are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from four of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians; we were crucified, died, and were buried with Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wonders what subject or subjects the guys wish were taught in every school. Have you ever wondered where the lowest archaeological site is on earth? Probably not, but you’ll find out in this episode. You’ll also learn what the differences are between weddings and funerals.

Passages: Romans 6:6, Galatians 2:20, 2 Timothy 2:11, Romans 6:4, Colossians 2:12

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their second season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us being together with Christ. In this episode, they look at verses from four of Paul’s letters. In them, we discover that if we are Christians; we were crucified, died, and were buried with Christ. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wonders what subject or subjects the guys wish were taught in every school. Have you ever wondered where the lowest archaeological site is on earth? Probably not, but you’ll find out in this episode. You’ll also learn what the differences are between weddings and funerals.

Passages: Romans 6:6, Galatians 2:20, 2 Timothy 2:11, Romans 6:4, Colossians 2:12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16909023 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6997 11 171 full false Wrapping Up Christ In Us Wrapping Up Christ In Us Ken and Mike wrap up their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season has been focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they discuss what life is like without Christ in us; how we know Christ is in us and why it matters; how does Christ in us make a difference; and what they wish they knew sooner in relation to Christ in us. A listener wants to know, what makes a good April Fool’s joke. What is the Feast of Fools or the Festival of Fools? And should we have them today? What would the guys do if they could get their hands on a bus?

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]]> Ken and Mike wrap up their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season has been focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they discuss what life is like without Christ in us; how we know Christ is in us and why it matters; how does Christ in us make a difference; and what they wish they knew sooner in relation to Christ in us. A listener wants to know, what makes a good April Fool’s joke. What is the Feast of Fools or the Festival of Fools? And should we have them today? What would the guys do if they could get their hands on a bus?

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16879232 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7521 10 170 full false What’s Inside? What’s Inside? Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at a passage from 2 Corinthians. In it, we discover that God doesn’t expect us to be strong and able to handle life, that’s why He placed Christ in Us. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn in this passage and how we can apply what we learn. A listener wants to know, would the guys rather host a party or attend one? What would they serve if they hosted? What foods would they stay away from if they attended? Who holds the record for most people flossing at the same time? And what are some great band and song names you can find in scripture?

Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at a passage from 2 Corinthians. In it, we discover that God doesn’t expect us to be strong and able to handle life, that’s why He placed Christ in Us. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn in this passage and how we can apply what we learn. A listener wants to know, would the guys rather host a party or attend one? What would they serve if they hosted? What foods would they stay away from if they attended? Who holds the record for most people flossing at the same time? And what are some great band and song names you can find in scripture?

Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16833298 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0700 6851 10 169 full false The Hope Of Glory The Hope Of Glory Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at verses from the books of Colossians and 2 Thessalonians. In these verses, Paul lets us know that we, as Christians, are glorified because Christ is in us. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn in each of these verses and how we can apply what we learn. It’s Saint Patty’s day, and a listener asks the guys to play a game of Saint Patrick themed would you rather. Also, what’s the plant of Saint Patrick’s day? And why is it the plant for this holiday? The guys also discuss what Irish dishes they would and wouldn’t be willing to try. 

Passage: Colossians 1:27, 2 Thessalonians 1:12

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at verses from the books of Colossians and 2 Thessalonians. In these verses, Paul lets us know that we, as Christians, are glorified because Christ is in us. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn in each of these verses and how we can apply what we learn. It’s Saint Patty’s day, and a listener asks the guys to play a game of Saint Patrick themed would you rather. Also, what’s the plant of Saint Patrick’s day? And why is it the plant for this holiday? The guys also discuss what Irish dishes they would and wouldn’t be willing to try. 

Passage: Colossians 1:27, 2 Thessalonians 1:12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16794504 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7174 10 168 full false What Binds Us Together What Binds Us Together Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at verses from the books of John and Colossians. In these verses, John and Paul let us know that we, as Christians, have unity because Christ is in us. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn in each of these verses and how we can apply what we learn. A listener wants to know, if the guys were detectives, what mysteries would they want to solve that are unsolved now? Also, what skills or tools they would want to use if money were no object? What’s an Og king mattress? And what are some things you definitely shouldn't waste your final words on?

Passage: John 17:23, Colossians 3:11

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at verses from the books of John and Colossians. In these verses, John and Paul let us know that we, as Christians, have unity because Christ is in us. Ken and Mike discuss what we learn in each of these verses and how we can apply what we learn. A listener wants to know, if the guys were detectives, what mysteries would they want to solve that are unsolved now? Also, what skills or tools they would want to use if money were no object? What’s an Og king mattress? And what are some things you definitely shouldn't waste your final words on?

Passage: John 17:23, Colossians 3:11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16741741 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0700 7148 10 167 full false Love Inside And Out Love Inside And Out Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at a passage from 1 John. In this passage, John lets us know that because Christ lives in us, we are loved and can love others. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn and can apply from this passage about God, ourselves, and others. A listener wonders if the guys have discovered any new things this year that they are enjoying and asks if they would share about them. Have you ever wished you could have lived during the time of the early church? The guys have a way that might be possible, and no, it’s not a time machine.

Passage: 1 John 4:11-16

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at a passage from 1 John. In this passage, John lets us know that because Christ lives in us, we are loved and can love others. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn and can apply from this passage about God, ourselves, and others. A listener wonders if the guys have discovered any new things this year that they are enjoying and asks if they would share about them. Have you ever wished you could have lived during the time of the early church? The guys have a way that might be possible, and no, it’s not a time machine.

Passage: 1 John 4:11-16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16705390 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6966 10 166 full false Not Going Anywhere Not Going Anywhere Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from the book of John. These verses share that Christ is in us and He’s there to stay. In both cases, Jesus uses visual examples to drive His point home. Ken and Mike discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for input on getting a marriage started off on the right foot. The Bible is the most stolen book, but there’s one case worth knowing about because it involves a Gutenberg Bible. All the marriage talk gets the guys discussing great locations for a wedding.

Passages: John 6:56, John 15:4

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from the book of John. These verses share that Christ is in us and He’s there to stay. In both cases, Jesus uses visual examples to drive His point home. Ken and Mike discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for input on getting a marriage started off on the right foot. The Bible is the most stolen book, but there’s one case worth knowing about because it involves a Gutenberg Bible. All the marriage talk gets the guys discussing great locations for a wedding.

Passages: John 6:56, John 15:4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16679252 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0800 7314 10 165 full false The Life We Now Live The Life We Now Live Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from letters authored by the apostle Paul. These verses share that because Christ is in us, we have life and can live because He lives in us. They also describe the interesting paradox of how this life is available to us through death. Mike and Ken discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for help with making decisions. How did the Gutenberg Bible create an international incident? How does this international incident lead the guys to write a movie script in a creative brainstorming session?

Passages: Galatians 2:20, Romans 8:10-11

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from letters authored by the apostle Paul. These verses share that because Christ is in us, we have life and can live because He lives in us. They also describe the interesting paradox of how this life is available to us through death. Mike and Ken discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys for help with making decisions. How did the Gutenberg Bible create an international incident? How does this international incident lead the guys to write a movie script in a creative brainstorming session?

Passages: Galatians 2:20, Romans 8:10-11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16628179 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0800 7504 10 164 full false The Wait Is Over The Wait Is Over Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from letters authored by the apostles, Peter and Paul. These verses share the anticipation of Christ in us before His arrival. They also describe how pleased God is when Christ is now realized in Christian’s lives. Ken and Mike discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys to settle the debate between flowers or a box of chocolates as the gift to give on Valentines day. The Did You Know segment offers an excellent Valentine's date idea. And the guys kick around ways to torpedo a dating a relationship on Valentine's day.

Passages: 1 Peter 1:11, Galatians 1:16

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]]> Mike and Ken are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at two verses that come from letters authored by the apostles, Peter and Paul. These verses share the anticipation of Christ in us before His arrival. They also describe how pleased God is when Christ is now realized in Christian’s lives. Ken and Mike discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener asks the guys to settle the debate between flowers or a box of chocolates as the gift to give on Valentines day. The Did You Know segment offers an excellent Valentine's date idea. And the guys kick around ways to torpedo a dating a relationship on Valentine's day.

Passages: 1 Peter 1:11, Galatians 1:16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16586770 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6794 10 163 full false How We Know Christ Is In Us How We Know Christ Is In Us Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at three verses that come from letters authored by the apostle John. All of these verses tell us that we know Christ lives in us because of the Holy Spirit. They discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what the guys favorite sports teams are? There is a international man of mystery talked about in this episode, who is he? And what spy gadgets would the guys like to have and how would  people in different professions use spy gadgets to their advantage?

Passages: John 14:17, John 14:20, 1 John 3:24

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]]> Ken and Mike are in their first season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they look at three verses that come from letters authored by the apostle John. All of these verses tell us that we know Christ lives in us because of the Holy Spirit. They discuss the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand from each, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know what the guys favorite sports teams are? There is a international man of mystery talked about in this episode, who is he? And what spy gadgets would the guys like to have and how would  people in different professions use spy gadgets to their advantage?

Passages: John 14:17, John 14:20, 1 John 3:24

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16541804 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6700 10 162 full false Is Christ In You? Is Christ In You? Mike and Ken start the first season in their trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they will look at two verses that talk about examining to see if Christ is in us and testing to see if He’s in others. In their discussion, they cover the details of the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guys ended up in their current lines of work? The high value of Gutenberg Bibles doesn’t just come from being the first printed book in Europe. There are many other things that make them a one of a kind treasure. And what other kinds of work could a person who has been a pastor easily transition into?

Passages: 2 Corinthians 13:5, 1 John 4:4

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]]> Mike and Ken start the first season in their trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on Christ In Us. In this episode, they will look at two verses that talk about examining to see if Christ is in us and testing to see if He’s in others. In their discussion, they cover the details of the passages each verse comes from, what’s important for us to understand, and then how we can apply what we learn to our lives. A listener wants to know how the guys ended up in their current lines of work? The high value of Gutenberg Bibles doesn’t just come from being the first printed book in Europe. There are many other things that make them a one of a kind treasure. And what other kinds of work could a person who has been a pastor easily transition into?

Passages: 2 Corinthians 13:5, 1 John 4:4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16501952 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6942 10 161 full false Intro To Christ In Us, Together With Christ, and Us In Christ Intro To Christ In Us, Together With Christ, and Us In Christ Ken and Mike start their 10th season with an intro for seasons 10, 11, and 12. This trilogy of seasons will cover three theological topics that are closely related, but that have distinctives which are important to understand for each Christian. Mike and Ken discuss each season’s focus, which are Christ In Us, Together With Christ, and Us In Christ. In their discussion, they cover the subtle but important differences between each of the concepts. A listener wants the guys to time travel to answer their question. If you want a Gutenberg Bible, be ready to empty the bank account, and that’s probably still not enough. And what are some good and not so good things that come in threes?

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]]> Ken and Mike start their 10th season with an intro for seasons 10, 11, and 12. This trilogy of seasons will cover three theological topics that are closely related, but that have distinctives which are important to understand for each Christian. Mike and Ken discuss each season’s focus, which are Christ In Us, Together With Christ, and Us In Christ. In their discussion, they cover the subtle but important differences between each of the concepts. A listener wants the guys to time travel to answer their question. If you want a Gutenberg Bible, be ready to empty the bank account, and that’s probably still not enough. And what are some good and not so good things that come in threes?

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16458212 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0800 6707 10 160 full false The Power Of Maybe The Power Of Maybe The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Ken and Mike conclude their holiday season with the power of maybe. They discuss waiting on God, who God is to us in the waiting, the anxiety in waiting and how we handle it, waiting with pain and hardship, and what weakness produces in us during waiting. A listener asks the guys to explain what the word liturgical means in relation to Christianity. What’s the significance of the Gutenberg Bible? And the guys make 2025 predictions. How many would you predict they get right?

Passages: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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]]> The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Ken and Mike conclude their holiday season with the power of maybe. They discuss waiting on God, who God is to us in the waiting, the anxiety in waiting and how we handle it, waiting with pain and hardship, and what weakness produces in us during waiting. A listener asks the guys to explain what the word liturgical means in relation to Christianity. What’s the significance of the Gutenberg Bible? And the guys make 2025 predictions. How many would you predict they get right?

Passages: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16425711 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0800 7307 9 159 full false The Power Of No The Power Of No The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of no. They discuss how we say no, what we say no to, who helps us say no, discipleship, denying versus getting rid of self, where we are and are not given more than we can handle, and how we deal with temptation. A listener wants to know what the guys think are some of the most returned gifts after Christmas. What’s an arky, arky and how does it find it’s way into this episode? And the guys predict what different celebrities opened as Christmas gifts on Christmas day.

Passages: Titus 2:11-13, Luke 9:23-25, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:13

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]]> The guys are spending a couple of their holiday season episodes with a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of no. They discuss how we say no, what we say no to, who helps us say no, discipleship, denying versus getting rid of self, where we are and are not given more than we can handle, and how we deal with temptation. A listener wants to know what the guys think are some of the most returned gifts after Christmas. What’s an arky, arky and how does it find it’s way into this episode? And the guys predict what different celebrities opened as Christmas gifts on Christmas day.

Passages: Titus 2:11-13, Luke 9:23-25, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16336847 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0800 7744 9 158 full false The Power Of Yes The Power Of Yes The guys shift in their holiday season from the Christmas focus of God with us to a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. Ken and Mike will spend the three remaining episodes in this season on yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of yes. They discuss how the temporary versus the eternal plays into our yeses, counting the cost of saying yes, and how we say yes by obeying out of love. A listener wants to know if New Year’s Resolutions are helpful, harmful, or useless and if there is any Biblical foundation for them. Other than the New Year, what else is celebrated on the first of the year? And is it something Ken will refuse to comment on?

Passages: John 14:23, Luke 14:25-33, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:7

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]]> The guys shift in their holiday season from the Christmas focus of God with us to a New Year’s focus on the power of yes, no, and maybe. Ken and Mike will spend the three remaining episodes in this season on yes, no, and maybe. In this episode, Mike and Ken explore the power of yes. They discuss how the temporary versus the eternal plays into our yeses, counting the cost of saying yes, and how we say yes by obeying out of love. A listener wants to know if New Year’s Resolutions are helpful, harmful, or useless and if there is any Biblical foundation for them. Other than the New Year, what else is celebrated on the first of the year? And is it something Ken will refuse to comment on?

Passages: John 14:23, Luke 14:25-33, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:7

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16336840 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7055 9 157 full false Shepherds Shepherds The fifth and final episode in the God with us portion of the third Jesus Changes People holiday season. Mike and Ken’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Mike and Ken will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on the Shepherds and discuss the idea that we are able to know God because He is with us. They discuss God’s invitation, how He makes Himself known, our response, and what life with God is like. A listener wants to know ways they can reconnect with the meaning of Christmas. Wait, Jesus’ birthday isn’t December the 25th? Also, the guys have a special gift at the end of the episode for their listeners.

Passage: Luke 2:1-20

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]]> The fifth and final episode in the God with us portion of the third Jesus Changes People holiday season. Mike and Ken’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Mike and Ken will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on the Shepherds and discuss the idea that we are able to know God because He is with us. They discuss God’s invitation, how He makes Himself known, our response, and what life with God is like. A listener wants to know ways they can reconnect with the meaning of Christmas. Wait, Jesus’ birthday isn’t December the 25th? Also, the guys have a special gift at the end of the episode for their listeners.

Passage: Luke 2:1-20

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16310790 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6287 9 156 full false Mary Mary The fourth episode in the God with us portion of the third Jesus Changes People holiday season. Ken and Mike’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Mary and discuss the idea that nothing is impossible because God is with us. They discuss how we wrestle out, come to terms with, and apply nothing being impossible with God in our spirit, soul, and body. A listener seeks the guys help for white elephant gift exchange ideas. How did we end up with the word Christmas and is Xmas a no no? Also, if you’ve waited to the last minute to shop, the guys have you covered with some great last-minute gift ideas.

Passage: Luke 1:26-56

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]]> The fourth episode in the God with us portion of the third Jesus Changes People holiday season. Ken and Mike’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Mary and discuss the idea that nothing is impossible because God is with us. They discuss how we wrestle out, come to terms with, and apply nothing being impossible with God in our spirit, soul, and body. A listener seeks the guys help for white elephant gift exchange ideas. How did we end up with the word Christmas and is Xmas a no no? Also, if you’ve waited to the last minute to shop, the guys have you covered with some great last-minute gift ideas.

Passage: Luke 1:26-56

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16279665 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7798 9 155 full false Zechariah And Elizabeth Zechariah And Elizabeth The third episode in the God with us Christmas season. Mike and Ken’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Zachariah and Elizabeth and discuss the idea that we can be tempted to think God is not with us. They discuss when God is silent; when He hasn’t answered prayers; when we only consider our resources; think we’ve done it all right; and when He isn’t working the way we expect or think He should. A listener wants to know if the guys are list makers or if they shoot from the hip when making Christmas gift lists. Also, how do Santa Claus and patron saints find their way into the episode?

Passage: Luke 1:5-25, 57-80

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]]> The third episode in the God with us Christmas season. Mike and Ken’s focus this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Zachariah and Elizabeth and discuss the idea that we can be tempted to think God is not with us. They discuss when God is silent; when He hasn’t answered prayers; when we only consider our resources; think we’ve done it all right; and when He isn’t working the way we expect or think He should. A listener wants to know if the guys are list makers or if they shoot from the hip when making Christmas gift lists. Also, how do Santa Claus and patron saints find their way into the episode?

Passage: Luke 1:5-25, 57-80

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16237984 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7077 9 154 full false Wisemen Wisemen Ken and Mike continue with their third Christmas season. Their focus in this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Mike and Ken will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on the Wisemen and discuss the idea that God is always with us even if we can’t sense Him. They discuss how we can know God is with us because of His word, the church, Christian history, creation, circumstances, and signs. They also discuss how we know God is with us, even if nothing else confirms it. A listener wants the guy’s opinion on real or fake Christmas trees? Also, Christmas canceled? But why?

Passage: Matthew 2:1-12

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]]> Ken and Mike continue with their third Christmas season. Their focus in this season comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Mike and Ken will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on the Wisemen and discuss the idea that God is always with us even if we can’t sense Him. They discuss how we can know God is with us because of His word, the church, Christian history, creation, circumstances, and signs. They also discuss how we know God is with us, even if nothing else confirms it. A listener wants the guy’s opinion on real or fake Christmas trees? Also, Christmas canceled? But why?

Passage: Matthew 2:1-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16187249 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6983 9 153 full false Joseph Joseph Mike and Ken kick-off season 9 with their third Christmas season. In this season, their focus comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Joseph and discuss the idea that because God is with us, we’re never outside His care. Their conversation revolves around God’s care when the unexpected happens, when people and circumstances are against us, and when we are redirected. A listener wants to know what are the guy’s favorite things about fall? Also, what Christmas record was broken that sends the guys down another bunny trail?

Passage: Matthew 1:18-25, 2:13-23

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]]> Mike and Ken kick-off season 9 with their third Christmas season. In this season, their focus comes from a verse in the Christmas story, Matthew 1:23, that tells us they will call him Immanuel, which means God with us. What does it mean for God to be with us in our hear and now? Ken and Mike will explore this through prominent characters in the accounts of the Christmas events. In this episode, they focus on Joseph and discuss the idea that because God is with us, we’re never outside His care. Their conversation revolves around God’s care when the unexpected happens, when people and circumstances are against us, and when we are redirected. A listener wants to know what are the guy’s favorite things about fall? Also, what Christmas record was broken that sends the guys down another bunny trail?

Passage: Matthew 1:18-25, 2:13-23

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16161664 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6912 9 152 full false Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 3 - Thanksgiving Edition Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 3 - Thanksgiving Edition Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Some of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on the holiday of Thanksgiving. The others have some element linking them to Thanksgiving or giving thanks. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 45 - November 07, 2022 - Breakfast With Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 46 - November 14, 2022 - Restoring Peter
Season 1 - Episode 47 - November 21, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21
Season 3 - Episode 60 - February 20, 2023 - Spiritual Fullness in Jesus
Season 6 - Episode 99 - November 20, 2023 - Victory and a Feast
Season 4 - Episode 81 - July 17, 2023 - David’s Source of Power

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]]> Ken and Mike release another Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Some of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on the holiday of Thanksgiving. The others have some element linking them to Thanksgiving or giving thanks. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 45 - November 07, 2022 - Breakfast With Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 46 - November 14, 2022 - Restoring Peter
Season 1 - Episode 47 - November 21, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21
Season 3 - Episode 60 - February 20, 2023 - Spiritual Fullness in Jesus
Season 6 - Episode 99 - November 20, 2023 - Victory and a Feast
Season 4 - Episode 81 - July 17, 2023 - David’s Source of Power

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16119086 Mon, 18 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0800 1478 8 151 full false Wrapping Up Galatians Wrapping Up Galatians Mike and Ken review some of the key elements from season 8’s trip through the book of Galatians. They discuss what we’ve learned in Galatians through the lense of three types of people: the pre-Christian, the fleshly Christian, and the spiritual Christian. With each, they delve into freedom, bondage, grace, law, flesh, and Spirit. A newer listener wants to know about the history of Jesus Chages People. Test taking can be nerve-wracking. How did the guys handle their preparations? And a 10 plagues child’s toy, seriously?

Passage: Galatians 1-6

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]]> Mike and Ken review some of the key elements from season 8’s trip through the book of Galatians. They discuss what we’ve learned in Galatians through the lense of three types of people: the pre-Christian, the fleshly Christian, and the spiritual Christian. With each, they delve into freedom, bondage, grace, law, flesh, and Spirit. A newer listener wants to know about the history of Jesus Chages People. Test taking can be nerve-wracking. How did the guys handle their preparations? And a 10 plagues child’s toy, seriously?

Passage: Galatians 1-6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16076437 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0800 8057 8 150 full false All In All In Mike and Ken have reached the last three verses of the book of Galatians. These are Paul’s closing sentences of the letter he wrote himself. As with all of his letters, these aren’t just pleasantries. Ken and Mike discuss the rule, Israel, where peace and mercy come from, the price Paul paid, what marks us as ones owned by Jesus, grace, spirit, all Christians are brothers and sisters, and speaking blessing to others. What’s a kremówkas and what does it have to do with one of the pope’s in history? A listener wants to know about guardian angels. And how do the guys get on the topic of arm chair quarterbacking?

Passage: Galatians 6:16-18

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]]> Mike and Ken have reached the last three verses of the book of Galatians. These are Paul’s closing sentences of the letter he wrote himself. As with all of his letters, these aren’t just pleasantries. Ken and Mike discuss the rule, Israel, where peace and mercy come from, the price Paul paid, what marks us as ones owned by Jesus, grace, spirit, all Christians are brothers and sisters, and speaking blessing to others. What’s a kremówkas and what does it have to do with one of the pope’s in history? A listener wants to know about guardian angels. And how do the guys get on the topic of arm chair quarterbacking?

Passage: Galatians 6:16-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-16035899 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7125 8 149 full false The Cross Of Our Lord Jesus Christ The Cross Of Our Lord Jesus Christ Ken and Mike downshift and only tackle two verses in this episode. Paul packs some important elements in these verses, and the guys wanted to spend the necessary time to discuss them in detail. What are these items? The cross and the new creation. Mike and Ken discuss each of these and then draw applications for them in our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys have ever bobbed for apples? And what other things people might bob for? What’s a humble brag and where did it come from? Also, the Did You Know segment keeps Ken from commenting. What could it be?

Passage: Galatians 6:14-15

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]]> Ken and Mike downshift and only tackle two verses in this episode. Paul packs some important elements in these verses, and the guys wanted to spend the necessary time to discuss them in detail. What are these items? The cross and the new creation. Mike and Ken discuss each of these and then draw applications for them in our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys have ever bobbed for apples? And what other things people might bob for? What’s a humble brag and where did it come from? Also, the Did You Know segment keeps Ken from commenting. What could it be?

Passage: Galatians 6:14-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15987367 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7442 8 148 full false Character Sketch Of A Legalist Character Sketch Of A Legalist In this next section, Paul wants us to know it’s him writing, so he points out the size of the letters he’s using. He also wants us to know what a legalist looks like, and he’ll give us the clearest picture he has in this letter in verses 12 and 13. Mike and Ken discuss Paul’s large writing. They also discuss the elements Paul uses to describe legalists, uniformity, personal safety, and pride in their identity. A listener asks the guys to help with understanding Isaiah 6:10. When is it appropriate and not appropriate to write in large letters? And what would it look like if a church sought unity through uniformity?

Passage: Galatians 6:11-13

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]]> In this next section, Paul wants us to know it’s him writing, so he points out the size of the letters he’s using. He also wants us to know what a legalist looks like, and he’ll give us the clearest picture he has in this letter in verses 12 and 13. Mike and Ken discuss Paul’s large writing. They also discuss the elements Paul uses to describe legalists, uniformity, personal safety, and pride in their identity. A listener asks the guys to help with understanding Isaiah 6:10. When is it appropriate and not appropriate to write in large letters? And what would it look like if a church sought unity through uniformity?

Passage: Galatians 6:11-13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15944728 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7526 8 147 full false Sowing And Reaping Sowing And Reaping Paul’s next section of writing in Galatians is straightforward and covers three distinct areas: the care of those who teach, the principal that what is reaped comes from what one sows, and doing good. Mike and Ken discuss the value of preaching and why to support it; sowing and reaping to the flesh and to the Spirit; and why it is worthwhile to not weary in doing good to everyone. A listener wants Ken and Mike to settle the debate over whether pineapple is a viable topping for pizza. The guys also kick around alternative ways to pay a preacher. And could the guys be opening their own pizzeria?

Passage: Galatians 6:6-10

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]]> Paul’s next section of writing in Galatians is straightforward and covers three distinct areas: the care of those who teach, the principal that what is reaped comes from what one sows, and doing good. Mike and Ken discuss the value of preaching and why to support it; sowing and reaping to the flesh and to the Spirit; and why it is worthwhile to not weary in doing good to everyone. A listener wants Ken and Mike to settle the debate over whether pineapple is a viable topping for pizza. The guys also kick around alternative ways to pay a preacher. And could the guys be opening their own pizzeria?

Passage: Galatians 6:6-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15912097 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0700 8257 8 146 full false Who’s Responsible for What? Who’s Responsible for What? Chapter 6 continues Paul’s thought at the end of chapter 5, which was focused on the interactions Christians have between each other. He talks about how to handle someone caught in wrongdoing, bearing each other’s burdens, and bearing our own load. Ken and Mike discuss helping those who stumble, what it means to carry ours and others’ burdens, self awareness, and personal responsibility. A listener asks the guys if they should go on a missions trip with their church. They want to know if this is something the guys have done and would they share their experiences. And what would a detective find in churches if they were allowed free access to snoop around?

Passage: Galatians 6:1-5

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]]> Chapter 6 continues Paul’s thought at the end of chapter 5, which was focused on the interactions Christians have between each other. He talks about how to handle someone caught in wrongdoing, bearing each other’s burdens, and bearing our own load. Ken and Mike discuss helping those who stumble, what it means to carry ours and others’ burdens, self awareness, and personal responsibility. A listener asks the guys if they should go on a missions trip with their church. They want to know if this is something the guys have done and would they share their experiences. And what would a detective find in churches if they were allowed free access to snoop around?

Passage: Galatians 6:1-5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15871454 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7169 8 145 full false Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 2 - Theme Park And Mini Golf Edition Best Of Did You Knows Vol. 2 - Theme Park And Mini Golf Edition Ken and Mike’s sophomore release of Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian based theme parks and mini golf establishments. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 54 - January 09, 2023 - Greetings and Salutations
Season 3 - Episode 56 - January 23, 2023 - The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 08, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 4 - Episode 83 - July 31, 2023 - Wrap Up: The Life and Times of David
Season 6 - Episode 98 - November 13, 2023 - Promotion and a New Decree
Season 6 - Episode 100 - November 27, 2023 - Wrap Up: Esther

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]]> Ken and Mike’s sophomore release of Best of Did You Knows. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume are all focused on Christian based theme parks and mini golf establishments. Join Mike and Ken, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:

Season 3 - Episode 54 - January 09, 2023 - Greetings and Salutations
Season 3 - Episode 56 - January 23, 2023 - The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation
Season 3 - Episode 71 - May 08, 2023 - Guidance for the Workplace
Season 4 - Episode 83 - July 31, 2023 - Wrap Up: The Life and Times of David
Season 6 - Episode 98 - November 13, 2023 - Promotion and a New Decree
Season 6 - Episode 100 - November 27, 2023 - Wrap Up: Esther

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15833048 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0700 2036 8 144 full false Living By The Spirit Living By The Spirit The last 5 verses of chapter 5 describe what it means to live and walk in the Spirit. This is a breath of fresh air following the works of the flesh. Mike and Ken discuss the fruit of the Spirit in contrast to the works of the flesh and that there is no law against them. They also talk about what we are to do with the flesh, how we keep in step with the Spirit, and why they think Paul added the sentence that is in verse 26. A listener wants to know what other types of music, outside of worship music, the guys enjoy. And has a clever type of Bible sent the guys careening down a rabbit hole?

Passage: Galatians 5:22-26

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]]> The last 5 verses of chapter 5 describe what it means to live and walk in the Spirit. This is a breath of fresh air following the works of the flesh. Mike and Ken discuss the fruit of the Spirit in contrast to the works of the flesh and that there is no law against them. They also talk about what we are to do with the flesh, how we keep in step with the Spirit, and why they think Paul added the sentence that is in verse 26. A listener wants to know what other types of music, outside of worship music, the guys enjoy. And has a clever type of Bible sent the guys careening down a rabbit hole?

Passage: Galatians 5:22-26

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15789793 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7488 8 143 full false The Flesh The Flesh Following the description of the war between the flesh and the Spirit, Paul transitions to a list of the acts of the flesh. This list isn’t to be kept legalistically, but to understand what kind of life the flesh produces. It’s important to understand the flesh, because it is one of the major enemies of the Christian. Ken and Mike define the flesh along with where it comes from in scripture. They discuss the specific types listed in these verses, and how flesh affects the Non-Christian and the Christian. A listener asks for the guys’ help with what to bring for their church potluck. Have you ever had the awkward moment of a musical interlude in your church service? What’s the longest one you’ve ever heard? The guys come up with options to help pass the time while the soloist plays on.

Passage: Galatians 5:19-21

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]]> Following the description of the war between the flesh and the Spirit, Paul transitions to a list of the acts of the flesh. This list isn’t to be kept legalistically, but to understand what kind of life the flesh produces. It’s important to understand the flesh, because it is one of the major enemies of the Christian. Ken and Mike define the flesh along with where it comes from in scripture. They discuss the specific types listed in these verses, and how flesh affects the Non-Christian and the Christian. A listener asks for the guys’ help with what to bring for their church potluck. Have you ever had the awkward moment of a musical interlude in your church service? What’s the longest one you’ve ever heard? The guys come up with options to help pass the time while the soloist plays on.

Passage: Galatians 5:19-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15753303 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7766 8 142 full false This Is War This Is War In 2 short verses, Paul succinctly describes the interplay between the flesh and the Spirit. He follows that up by once again describing the either or relationship between living by the Spirit and living under the law. Follow along with Mike and Ken as they discuss the enemies that affect Christians, what it is to live by the Spirit, the battle between flesh and Spirit, why the flesh requires restraint, and how we are led by the Spirit. A listener wonders if the guys ever desired to compete in the Olympics or watch as spectators. Why would someone create an emoji Bible? The discussion about the Olympics prompts the guys to consider which events would be included in a Ministry Olympics.

Passage: Galatians 5:16-18

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]]> In 2 short verses, Paul succinctly describes the interplay between the flesh and the Spirit. He follows that up by once again describing the either or relationship between living by the Spirit and living under the law. Follow along with Mike and Ken as they discuss the enemies that affect Christians, what it is to live by the Spirit, the battle between flesh and Spirit, why the flesh requires restraint, and how we are led by the Spirit. A listener wonders if the guys ever desired to compete in the Olympics or watch as spectators. Why would someone create an emoji Bible? The discussion about the Olympics prompts the guys to consider which events would be included in a Ministry Olympics.

Passage: Galatians 5:16-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15712595 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7750 8 141 full false The Self Indulgent, The Cannibal, And The Free The Self Indulgent, The Cannibal, And The Free Verse 13 begins the high point of the Galatian letter, which will continue until verse 26. In 13-26, Paul will describe how the Holy Spirit enables us to live free. In this episode, Ken and Mike will only tackle verses 13-15. Focusing on what Paul writes, they discuss grace misunderstood, which produces freedom turned to selfishness, what happens when law is carried to the extreme, and true grace which leads to serving and love. A listener wants to know how they can financially support the show. What are some things the guys would splurge on? Could a misprint in the Bible actually be encouraging? And who recently danced, spur of the moment, to a funny song while preaching?

Passage: Galatians 5:13-15

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]]> Verse 13 begins the high point of the Galatian letter, which will continue until verse 26. In 13-26, Paul will describe how the Holy Spirit enables us to live free. In this episode, Ken and Mike will only tackle verses 13-15. Focusing on what Paul writes, they discuss grace misunderstood, which produces freedom turned to selfishness, what happens when law is carried to the extreme, and true grace which leads to serving and love. A listener wants to know how they can financially support the show. What are some things the guys would splurge on? Could a misprint in the Bible actually be encouraging? And who recently danced, spur of the moment, to a funny song while preaching?

Passage: Galatians 5:13-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15666303 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6801 8 140 full false The Troublemakers The Troublemakers In this next section, Paul uses visual descriptions to drive his point home to the Galatians. One about running, one about baking, and one about a surgical procedure. From these, Mike and Ken discuss running well, what keeps us on track and gets us off track. What yeast is and the influence it has in our own lives and the life of our Christian communities. And the importance of sharing the pure Gospel, and the persecution that comes when we do, and the penalty when we don’t. A college student asks the guys for help in finding Christian community while they’re at school. Another Bible misprint could have caused a lot of confusion. And which of the guys doesn’t like to go out for a nice jog?

Passage: Galatians 5:7-12

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]]> In this next section, Paul uses visual descriptions to drive his point home to the Galatians. One about running, one about baking, and one about a surgical procedure. From these, Mike and Ken discuss running well, what keeps us on track and gets us off track. What yeast is and the influence it has in our own lives and the life of our Christian communities. And the importance of sharing the pure Gospel, and the persecution that comes when we do, and the penalty when we don’t. A college student asks the guys for help in finding Christian community while they’re at school. Another Bible misprint could have caused a lot of confusion. And which of the guys doesn’t like to go out for a nice jog?

Passage: Galatians 5:7-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15634739 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7812 8 139 full false It Is For Freedom It Is For Freedom Galatians 5 starts off with a bang. Paul declares, it is for freedom that Christ has set us free. And for that reason he says stand firm and don’t be burdened with a yoke of slavery. Ken and Mike discuss being free, how that’s possible through Jesus’ death, and how we’re to stand, hold, and resist in our freedom. They also discuss Paul’s negative description of those who don’t stand, and his positive description of those who do. A listener wants to know if the guys have any travel hacks they might be willing to share. And is basketball really talked about in the Bible? Who’s fallen and can’t get up? And how in the world do Weeble Wobbles find their way in to the conversation? 

Passage: Galatians 5:1-6

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]]> Galatians 5 starts off with a bang. Paul declares, it is for freedom that Christ has set us free. And for that reason he says stand firm and don’t be burdened with a yoke of slavery. Ken and Mike discuss being free, how that’s possible through Jesus’ death, and how we’re to stand, hold, and resist in our freedom. They also discuss Paul’s negative description of those who don’t stand, and his positive description of those who do. A listener wants to know if the guys have any travel hacks they might be willing to share. And is basketball really talked about in the Bible? Who’s fallen and can’t get up? And how in the world do Weeble Wobbles find their way in to the conversation? 

Passage: Galatians 5:1-6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15602822 Mon, 19 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7812 8 138 full false Like The Brother From The Free Mother Like The Brother From The Free Mother Paul concludes his allegory by telling the Galatians who they are in the story. And based on who they are, how they are to live and act both personally and as churches. Mike and Ken discuss what it means to be children of promise; that we can’t change or reform the flesh; the incompatibility of flesh and spirit; how a person lives free; and how our understanding of identity affects our behavior. The guys have uncovered another Christian theme park. It’s called Bible Land. They want to know if it’s still around and want picture proof. Also, a church staffer emailed and asked the guy’s help to plan a team building outing for their staff. The guys have some good and not so good ideas.

Passage: Galatians 4:28-31

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]]> Paul concludes his allegory by telling the Galatians who they are in the story. And based on who they are, how they are to live and act both personally and as churches. Mike and Ken discuss what it means to be children of promise; that we can’t change or reform the flesh; the incompatibility of flesh and spirit; how a person lives free; and how our understanding of identity affects our behavior. The guys have uncovered another Christian theme park. It’s called Bible Land. They want to know if it’s still around and want picture proof. Also, a church staffer emailed and asked the guy’s help to plan a team building outing for their staff. The guys have some good and not so good ideas.

Passage: Galatians 4:28-31

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15559857 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6863 8 137 full false Who’s Your Mother? Who’s Your Mother? Paul continues on with his allegory of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Hagar, and Ishmael. Ken and Mike discuss which people in this passage are pictures of the things that Paul has been writing about in this letter. From understanding the who’s who, they then discuss the physical versus spiritual realities and what the implications and applications are for us. And would you do anything God asked you to do? There’s something in this episode that might give you cause for pause. Also, a listener wants to know the guy’s thoughts or opinions on verse by verse preaching, topical preaching, or any other approaches they’ve seen or used themselves.

Passage: Galatians 4:24-27

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]]> Paul continues on with his allegory of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Hagar, and Ishmael. Ken and Mike discuss which people in this passage are pictures of the things that Paul has been writing about in this letter. From understanding the who’s who, they then discuss the physical versus spiritual realities and what the implications and applications are for us. And would you do anything God asked you to do? There’s something in this episode that might give you cause for pause. Also, a listener wants to know the guy’s thoughts or opinions on verse by verse preaching, topical preaching, or any other approaches they’ve seen or used themselves.

Passage: Galatians 4:24-27

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15524114 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7752 8 136 full false Brothers From Different Mothers Brothers From Different Mothers In the next verses Mike and Ken discuss, Paul, a spiritual parent, shares his broken heart over the Galatians. He longs for Jesus to be formed in them, which reveals his pastor’s heart for these congregations. Following this concern, he uses more of Abraham’s story as an allegory to illustrate the issues of law and grace. Ken and Mike discuss the two sons, Ishmael and Isaac, as well as an introduction to the comparison Paul will make in the verses to follow. A listener asks the guys what unsolved mysteries, religious or otherwise, they would love to have solved. And how do Lamaze and bouncy houses find their way into the episode?

Passage: Galatians 4:19-23

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]]> In the next verses Mike and Ken discuss, Paul, a spiritual parent, shares his broken heart over the Galatians. He longs for Jesus to be formed in them, which reveals his pastor’s heart for these congregations. Following this concern, he uses more of Abraham’s story as an allegory to illustrate the issues of law and grace. Ken and Mike discuss the two sons, Ishmael and Isaac, as well as an introduction to the comparison Paul will make in the verses to follow. A listener asks the guys what unsolved mysteries, religious or otherwise, they would love to have solved. And how do Lamaze and bouncy houses find their way into the episode?

Passage: Galatians 4:19-23

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15485230 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7385 8 135 full false Family or Enemies? Family or Enemies? As Paul has done in this letter, he continues to show concern for the Galatians. But he fears that his work with them has been in vain. Ken and Mike discuss Paul’s warning to the Galatians to not return to their old ways; he reminds them of how their relationship began when he was in need; and warns them about how legalists act. A listener wants to know about weather delays and how God has used them in the guy’s lives. How do bugs and terrors of the night make it into this episode? And is this podcast a vaudeville show?

Passage: Galatians 4:8-18

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]]> As Paul has done in this letter, he continues to show concern for the Galatians. But he fears that his work with them has been in vain. Ken and Mike discuss Paul’s warning to the Galatians to not return to their old ways; he reminds them of how their relationship began when he was in need; and warns them about how legalists act. A listener wants to know about weather delays and how God has used them in the guy’s lives. How do bugs and terrors of the night make it into this episode? And is this podcast a vaudeville show?

Passage: Galatians 4:8-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15444876 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7732 8 134 full false The Adoption The Adoption Mike and Ken venture into chapter 4 of Galatians and they bite off a sizeable chunk of verses, seven in all. Paul has used many illustrations in Galatians and he includes another one here. It’s the picture of an underage child who is no different from a slave. But when the child comes of age, his status changes. Ken and Mike discuss our status pre Jesus, what had a set time that was being waited for, and how we are no longer slaves but sons. It’s a retro episode with 1970s music and an Atari game finding their way into the episode. Also, what holidays are recognized on July 15th, and would the guys consider any of them celebration worthy?

Passage: Galatians 4:1-7

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]]> Mike and Ken venture into chapter 4 of Galatians and they bite off a sizeable chunk of verses, seven in all. Paul has used many illustrations in Galatians and he includes another one here. It’s the picture of an underage child who is no different from a slave. But when the child comes of age, his status changes. Ken and Mike discuss our status pre Jesus, what had a set time that was being waited for, and how we are no longer slaves but sons. It’s a retro episode with 1970s music and an Atari game finding their way into the episode. Also, what holidays are recognized on July 15th, and would the guys consider any of them celebration worthy?

Passage: Galatians 4:1-7

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15409201 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0700 8000 8 133 full false Best of Did You Knows Vol. 1 Best of Did You Knows Vol. 1 You’ve been treated to four volumes of Best of Listener Questions, now it’s time for
a new series of best of volumes. These will be from the Did You Know segments of
Jesus Changes People. The time in the show when the guys share facts about the
Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume
all come from season one and are focused on Christians in history. Join Ken and
Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from
these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 2 - January 13, 2022 - Come And See
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 31 - August 1, 2022 - Betrayal and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 21 - May 23, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11
Season 1 - Episode 43 - October 24, 2022 - As The Father Has Sent Me

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]]> You’ve been treated to four volumes of Best of Listener Questions, now it’s time for
a new series of best of volumes. These will be from the Did You Know segments of
Jesus Changes People. The time in the show when the guys share facts about the
Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. The Did You Knows in this volume
all come from season one and are focused on Christians in history. Join Ken and
Mike, as they share these facts with us again. The 6 Did You Knows came from
these 6 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 2 - January 13, 2022 - Come And See
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 31 - August 1, 2022 - Betrayal and Denial
Season 1 - Episode 21 - May 23, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11
Season 1 - Episode 43 - October 24, 2022 - As The Father Has Sent Me

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15367025 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0700 1720 8 132 full false Children Of God Children Of God Mike and Ken wrap up chapter 3 of Galatians. In this last section, Paul uses the illustration of a child guardian to demonstrate what life was like under the law. He then reminds the Galatians, they are not under the guardian any longer, but are now living as full heirs because of Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss life under the guardian, what changes once we are in Jesus, and what it is to live as an heir. What genre classification would you give to a band named Candle? A listener asks the guys a question that really stretches them. And the guys venture into DIY projects.

Passage: Galatians 3:23-29

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]]> Mike and Ken wrap up chapter 3 of Galatians. In this last section, Paul uses the illustration of a child guardian to demonstrate what life was like under the law. He then reminds the Galatians, they are not under the guardian any longer, but are now living as full heirs because of Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss life under the guardian, what changes once we are in Jesus, and what it is to live as an heir. What genre classification would you give to a band named Candle? A listener asks the guys a question that really stretches them. And the guys venture into DIY projects.

Passage: Galatians 3:23-29

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15332331 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0700 8062 8 131 full false Why The Law Is Not Greater Why The Law Is Not Greater In this next section of Galatians, Paul asks why, then, was the law given at all? Up to this point, he’s been proving that what was promised to Abraham is all that is needed. So why have the law then, would be the next logical question someone would ask. Ken and Mike discuss three things that show why the law is not greater. It’s not greater, because it’s temporary, holds second place, and is limited in what it can offer a person. A listener asks the guys to rate their favorite cheeses. What church holiday is celebrated on June the 24th? And the guys add a 9th studio to their repertoire. Who’s got the new digs for this episode?

Passage: Galatians 3:19-22

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]]> In this next section of Galatians, Paul asks why, then, was the law given at all? Up to this point, he’s been proving that what was promised to Abraham is all that is needed. So why have the law then, would be the next logical question someone would ask. Ken and Mike discuss three things that show why the law is not greater. It’s not greater, because it’s temporary, holds second place, and is limited in what it can offer a person. A listener asks the guys to rate their favorite cheeses. What church holiday is celebrated on June the 24th? And the guys add a 9th studio to their repertoire. Who’s got the new digs for this episode?

Passage: Galatians 3:19-22

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15294658 Mon, 24 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6406 8 130 full false An Example From Everyday Life An Example From Everyday Life Paul returns to Abraham, and the promise made to him. According to the Judaizers, the way to receive Abraham’s blessing from the promise was by obeying the law. Paul uses an everyday example to show that the law is not attached to the promise. Mike and Ken discuss different types of agreements that exist, what was actually promised to Abraham, and how that promise overrides the law. A listener finds it hard to share their faith with others and is wondering why that may be the case for them and others. The guys find another typo in the Geneva Bible. And what sort of things would the guys leave as an inheritance?

Passage: Galatians 3:15-18

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]]> Paul returns to Abraham, and the promise made to him. According to the Judaizers, the way to receive Abraham’s blessing from the promise was by obeying the law. Paul uses an everyday example to show that the law is not attached to the promise. Mike and Ken discuss different types of agreements that exist, what was actually promised to Abraham, and how that promise overrides the law. A listener finds it hard to share their faith with others and is wondering why that may be the case for them and others. The guys find another typo in the Geneva Bible. And what sort of things would the guys leave as an inheritance?

Passage: Galatians 3:15-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15246675 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6595 8 129 full false Best of Listener Questions Vol. 4 Best of Listener Questions Vol. 4 It’s been a bit since the guys released a mix tape like best of episode. Actually, the last one was at Christmas time. So it’s time for volume four of the Best of Listener Questions. They really dug in the archives for this set of questions and you won’t want to miss what they’ve pulled out. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 5 - February 1, 2022 - Born Again
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 9 - February 28, 2022 - Your Son Will Live
Season 1 - Episode 26 - June 27, 2022 - The Triumphal Entry
Season 1 - Episode 32 - August 8, 2022 - The Way, Truth and Life

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]]> It’s been a bit since the guys released a mix tape like best of episode. Actually, the last one was at Christmas time. So it’s time for volume four of the Best of Listener Questions. They really dug in the archives for this set of questions and you won’t want to miss what they’ve pulled out. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again these 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 5 - February 1, 2022 - Born Again
Season 1 - Episode 6 - February 9, 2022 - Becoming Less
Season 1 - Episode 9 - February 28, 2022 - Your Son Will Live
Season 1 - Episode 26 - June 27, 2022 - The Triumphal Entry
Season 1 - Episode 32 - August 8, 2022 - The Way, Truth and Life

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15200485 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0700 2153 8 128 full false The Curse, The Polar Opposite, And The Purchase The Curse, The Polar Opposite, And The Purchase After using Abraham as a witness against the Judaizers, Paul next shows how those who rely on the law aren’t blessed but are under a curse. They also aren’t living by faith. Their only hope is not through the law, but through Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss the curse which is the law, the polar opposites of law and faith, and finally how we are redeemed, purchased, to be set free from the law. A listener wants to know what books the guys are currently reading. The guys end up down all sorts of rabbit holes from games like Jenga, cafeteria style dining, and games that youth leaders shouldn’t try. And what causes both of them to shout manna?

Passage: Galatians 3:10-14

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]]> After using Abraham as a witness against the Judaizers, Paul next shows how those who rely on the law aren’t blessed but are under a curse. They also aren’t living by faith. Their only hope is not through the law, but through Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss the curse which is the law, the polar opposites of law and faith, and finally how we are redeemed, purchased, to be set free from the law. A listener wants to know what books the guys are currently reading. The guys end up down all sorts of rabbit holes from games like Jenga, cafeteria style dining, and games that youth leaders shouldn’t try. And what causes both of them to shout manna?

Passage: Galatians 3:10-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15167248 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6154 8 127 full false Father Abraham Father Abraham Mike and Ken tackle the next section of Galatians 3, where Paul shifts from a subjective argument to an objective one. The Judaizers held up Abraham as the standard for their religion. Paul takes Abraham and uses him as a witness against the Judaizers. Ken and Mike discuss Abraham, his background, and why he’s talked about here. They talk about why Christians are his children not by race but by faith. And how Christians have a right to Abraham’s blessing because they are his spiritual children. A listener wants to know if God has ever made Himself known in a special way to either of the guys. Also, what does the game Apples to Apples and the King James Version of the Bible have in common?

Passage: Galatians 3:6-9

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]]> Mike and Ken tackle the next section of Galatians 3, where Paul shifts from a subjective argument to an objective one. The Judaizers held up Abraham as the standard for their religion. Paul takes Abraham and uses him as a witness against the Judaizers. Ken and Mike discuss Abraham, his background, and why he’s talked about here. They talk about why Christians are his children not by race but by faith. And how Christians have a right to Abraham’s blessing because they are his spiritual children. A listener wants to know if God has ever made Himself known in a special way to either of the guys. Also, what does the game Apples to Apples and the King James Version of the Bible have in common?

Passage: Galatians 3:6-9

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15125339 Mon, 27 May 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7449 8 126 full false The Two Ways To Live The Two Ways To Live Ken and Mike are back in the book of Galatians and starting chapter 3. Paul’s attention shifts from relating elements of his story to now dealing directly with the issues that exist in the Galatian churches. Verses 1-5 is a personal argument that Paul makes, challenging the Galatians to remember their personal experience with Jesus. Mike and Ken discuss how in this personal argument the whole trinity is present: Father, Son, and Spirit. Also, they point out there is a different use of the word flesh than what was used in Galatians 2:20. A listener wants to know what people from the Bible would the guys want to have a conversation with and why. And who sewed britches to hide their nakedness?

Passage: Galatians 3:1-5

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]]> Ken and Mike are back in the book of Galatians and starting chapter 3. Paul’s attention shifts from relating elements of his story to now dealing directly with the issues that exist in the Galatian churches. Verses 1-5 is a personal argument that Paul makes, challenging the Galatians to remember their personal experience with Jesus. Mike and Ken discuss how in this personal argument the whole trinity is present: Father, Son, and Spirit. Also, they point out there is a different use of the word flesh than what was used in Galatians 2:20. A listener wants to know what people from the Bible would the guys want to have a conversation with and why. And who sewed britches to hide their nakedness?

Passage: Galatians 3:1-5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15076553 Mon, 20 May 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6715 8 125 full false Pentecost Pentecost Mike and Ken conclude their 2 week intermission from Galatians, which has focused on the Ascension and Pentecost. In Acts chapter 2, the gift Jesus promised was being sent from the Father arrives. The Holy Spirit comes with the sound of violent rushing wind, tongues like flames over people’s heads, and people speaking in different languages. There are two different responses to these events, which leads Peter to step forward and deliver a powerful sermon. Ken and Mike discuss characteristics and actions of the Church that are found in Peter’s message and the events that surround it. A listener wants to know what worship music the guys like. And what miracle help have the guys discovered for the excruciating pain of a minor wound?

Passage: Acts 2

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]]> Mike and Ken conclude their 2 week intermission from Galatians, which has focused on the Ascension and Pentecost. In Acts chapter 2, the gift Jesus promised was being sent from the Father arrives. The Holy Spirit comes with the sound of violent rushing wind, tongues like flames over people’s heads, and people speaking in different languages. There are two different responses to these events, which leads Peter to step forward and deliver a powerful sermon. Ken and Mike discuss characteristics and actions of the Church that are found in Peter’s message and the events that surround it. A listener wants to know what worship music the guys like. And what miracle help have the guys discovered for the excruciating pain of a minor wound?

Passage: Acts 2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15041336 Mon, 13 May 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7805 8 124 full false Ascension Ascension Ken and Mike take a 2 week intermission from Galatians to focus on the Ascension and Pentecost. Following His death and resurrection, Jesus spent 40 days with the apostles, as is covered in the opening verses of Acts chapter 1. During this time, Jesus showed them convincing proofs he was alive, told them to wait for the Holy Spirit, and that they would be His witnesses. Then He ascends to heaven and angels tell them Jesus will be back. Mike and Ken discuss the significance of these events and the applications they have for our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys participated in a youth group and if so, what was that like? Also, who are Tommy and Kooky?

Passage: Acts 1:1-11

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]]> Ken and Mike take a 2 week intermission from Galatians to focus on the Ascension and Pentecost. Following His death and resurrection, Jesus spent 40 days with the apostles, as is covered in the opening verses of Acts chapter 1. During this time, Jesus showed them convincing proofs he was alive, told them to wait for the Holy Spirit, and that they would be His witnesses. Then He ascends to heaven and angels tell them Jesus will be back. Mike and Ken discuss the significance of these events and the applications they have for our lives. A listener wants to know if the guys participated in a youth group and if so, what was that like? Also, who are Tommy and Kooky?

Passage: Acts 1:1-11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-15014693 Mon, 06 May 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7563 8 123 full false A Matter Of Life And Death A Matter Of Life And Death Mike and Ken wrap up Paul’s confrontation with Peter over his separation from the Gentile Christians in Antioch. In these three remaining verses, Paul repeatedly uses forms of death, life and the personal pronoun I. Ken and Mike discuss what died, what we died to, Jesus living in us, what we’re living for, how we’re living now, living in the body, and living by faith. A listener is wondering what three “dream” sponsors the guys would want for the podcast? Also, what are the guys trying to get out of by disappearing? And Ken learns something new about Mike that may expand their audience. What could it be?

Passage: Galatians 2:19-21

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]]> Mike and Ken wrap up Paul’s confrontation with Peter over his separation from the Gentile Christians in Antioch. In these three remaining verses, Paul repeatedly uses forms of death, life and the personal pronoun I. Ken and Mike discuss what died, what we died to, Jesus living in us, what we’re living for, how we’re living now, living in the body, and living by faith. A listener is wondering what three “dream” sponsors the guys would want for the podcast? Also, what are the guys trying to get out of by disappearing? And Ken learns something new about Mike that may expand their audience. What could it be?

Passage: Galatians 2:19-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14958096 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7972 8 122 full false How Are We Right With God? How Are We Right With God? The confrontation Paul has with Peter continues in these next four verses. Peter had been separating himself from the Gentile Christians, which was to say they weren’t right with God. It also said the Jews were better than the Gentiles. But the truth is, everyone is dead spiritually and does acts of sin and needs the saving of Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss what it means to be saved by faith and to be justified by Jesus. They also explore how, although we are saved and justified, we can still fall back into external measures, motivators, and laws. A listener shares they are a new Christian and are thinking about baptism. They have some questions concerning baptism and ask for the guys’ help. Also, what would a leaning pulpit help us determine about a church? And are the guys marked as safe from the eclipse on social media?

Passage: Galatians 2:15-18

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]]> The confrontation Paul has with Peter continues in these next four verses. Peter had been separating himself from the Gentile Christians, which was to say they weren’t right with God. It also said the Jews were better than the Gentiles. But the truth is, everyone is dead spiritually and does acts of sin and needs the saving of Jesus. Ken and Mike discuss what it means to be saved by faith and to be justified by Jesus. They also explore how, although we are saved and justified, we can still fall back into external measures, motivators, and laws. A listener shares they are a new Christian and are thinking about baptism. They have some questions concerning baptism and ask for the guys’ help. Also, what would a leaning pulpit help us determine about a church? And are the guys marked as safe from the eclipse on social media?

Passage: Galatians 2:15-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14924351 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7023 8 121 full false The Confrontation The Confrontation Paul’s narrative of how his message was approved and everyone was together shifts to a scene where Peter pulls back from associating with the Gentiles. Peter’s actions as a leader draw even Barnabas, Paul’s close friend, to separate from the Gentiles as well. Paul doesn’t stand for it and opposes Peter to his face in front of everyone. His main message: Why is your behavior inconsistent with who you know you are as a Christian? Mike and Ken discuss this powerful confrontation. They look at the fear and peer pressure involved, the fact that Paul says it was hypocrisy, not heresy, and what it means for our actions to be inline with the truth of the Gospel. A listener wants to know about what are some of the best concerts/festivals the guys have ever been to. Also, what Christian history do the guys unearth in Santa Fe, New Mexico?

Passage: Galatians 2:11-14

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]]> Paul’s narrative of how his message was approved and everyone was together shifts to a scene where Peter pulls back from associating with the Gentiles. Peter’s actions as a leader draw even Barnabas, Paul’s close friend, to separate from the Gentiles as well. Paul doesn’t stand for it and opposes Peter to his face in front of everyone. His main message: Why is your behavior inconsistent with who you know you are as a Christian? Mike and Ken discuss this powerful confrontation. They look at the fear and peer pressure involved, the fact that Paul says it was hypocrisy, not heresy, and what it means for our actions to be inline with the truth of the Gospel. A listener wants to know about what are some of the best concerts/festivals the guys have ever been to. Also, what Christian history do the guys unearth in Santa Fe, New Mexico?

Passage: Galatians 2:11-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14887228 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7355 8 120 full false Same Message To Different Groups Same Message To Different Groups Mike and Ken tackle the next 5 verses of chapter 2. In these verses, Paul continues his narrative, which he started in verse 1, about what happened during the meetings in Jerusalem. In them, we learn that the apostles and leaders in Jerusalem add nothing to Paul’s message and bless him and Barnabas to continue on sharing the message with the Gentiles. They also ask that Paul remember the poor, which he’s eager to do. Ken and Mike discuss how ministry is divvied up, what brings unity between everyone, and what a grace changed life looks like. A listener wants to know if there are Bible names that make the guys chuckle. Also, what causes one of the guys to complain about back pain and the other to commit a blooper?

Passage: Galatians 2:6-10

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]]> Mike and Ken tackle the next 5 verses of chapter 2. In these verses, Paul continues his narrative, which he started in verse 1, about what happened during the meetings in Jerusalem. In them, we learn that the apostles and leaders in Jerusalem add nothing to Paul’s message and bless him and Barnabas to continue on sharing the message with the Gentiles. They also ask that Paul remember the poor, which he’s eager to do. Ken and Mike discuss how ministry is divvied up, what brings unity between everyone, and what a grace changed life looks like. A listener wants to know if there are Bible names that make the guys chuckle. Also, what causes one of the guys to complain about back pain and the other to commit a blooper?

Passage: Galatians 2:6-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14840342 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7370 8 119 full false The Good News At Stake The Good News At Stake Ken and Mike are back in the book of Galatians after their Easter intermission. They begin in chapter 2, which in Paul’s account was fourteen years since the end of chapter 1. And Paul is back in Jerusalem, along with Barnabas and Titus. He’s setup a private meaning with the leaders in the Jerusalem church, which then will lead to a public meeting. The question to be settled is, can someone be saved without coming under the Mosaic law? The Judaizers think no, Paul thinks yes. What will the council decide? Mike and Ken discuss the characters, the dispute, and what it means to preserve the gospel, then and now. Also, it’s April Fool’s Day. Will the guys even acknowledge it? And is that the James Bond Theme song? Who’s outed as a secret spy?

Passage: Galatians 2:1-5

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]]> Ken and Mike are back in the book of Galatians after their Easter intermission. They begin in chapter 2, which in Paul’s account was fourteen years since the end of chapter 1. And Paul is back in Jerusalem, along with Barnabas and Titus. He’s setup a private meaning with the leaders in the Jerusalem church, which then will lead to a public meeting. The question to be settled is, can someone be saved without coming under the Mosaic law? The Judaizers think no, Paul thinks yes. What will the council decide? Mike and Ken discuss the characters, the dispute, and what it means to preserve the gospel, then and now. Also, it’s April Fool’s Day. Will the guys even acknowledge it? And is that the James Bond Theme song? Who’s outed as a secret spy?

Passage: Galatians 2:1-5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14798662 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6188 8 118 full false Easter: It Is Finished Easter: It Is Finished Mike and Ken finish the last episode in their Easter intermission from Galatians. They focus in on Jesus’ last words “It is finished” recorded in the book of John. They are the 3 most important words in scripture. But what exactly was finished? To understand what was finished requires us to understand the problems that needed to be fixed. Mike and Ken look at the issues that existed because Adam and Eve snacked on fruit from a tree they shouldn’t have. With that background, they discuss what Jesus finished and how that brought a remedy to our situation, changing who we are and how we live. A listener wants to know what Easter traditions the guys enjoy. Also, where are some of the great and not so great places to hide Easter eggs? And Hot Cross Buns banned, say it ain’t so? Is there any hope for these tasty treats to live on?

Passages: John 19:1-30, Genesis 1:26-27, Psalm 8:5, Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 5:1b-3, Romans 5:12-19, 1 Peter 1:20, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Colossians 1:13, Romans 6:3-8, Romans 8:28-29

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]]> Mike and Ken finish the last episode in their Easter intermission from Galatians. They focus in on Jesus’ last words “It is finished” recorded in the book of John. They are the 3 most important words in scripture. But what exactly was finished? To understand what was finished requires us to understand the problems that needed to be fixed. Mike and Ken look at the issues that existed because Adam and Eve snacked on fruit from a tree they shouldn’t have. With that background, they discuss what Jesus finished and how that brought a remedy to our situation, changing who we are and how we live. A listener wants to know what Easter traditions the guys enjoy. Also, where are some of the great and not so great places to hide Easter eggs? And Hot Cross Buns banned, say it ain’t so? Is there any hope for these tasty treats to live on?

Passages: John 19:1-30, Genesis 1:26-27, Psalm 8:5, Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 5:1b-3, Romans 5:12-19, 1 Peter 1:20, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Colossians 1:13, Romans 6:3-8, Romans 8:28-29

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14747670 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0700 7849 8 117 full false Good Friday: At The Cross Good Friday: At The Cross Ken and Mike continue their intermission from Galatians to focus on Easter. In this episode, the focus is Jesus’ crucifixion, which is the focus for many churches on the Friday before Easter. Historically, this Friday has been called Good Friday. Mike and Ken recount the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion. They also discuss two key elements that Jesus’ death saves us from. And how these elements fit into the communion meal. Their discussion helps us find our place in Jesus’ story. Finding ourselves there changes us in the here and now. A listener wants to know what Holy Week activities have the guys taken part in and what they thought of them. Also, are Hot Cross Buns a cure all and protector from all calamity?

Passages: Romans 3:23, 1 Corinthians 15:3b, Ephesians 1:7-8a, Isaiah 53:6a, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3:3, Romans 6:6a, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 22:14-22, Matthew 26:26-29

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]]> Ken and Mike continue their intermission from Galatians to focus on Easter. In this episode, the focus is Jesus’ crucifixion, which is the focus for many churches on the Friday before Easter. Historically, this Friday has been called Good Friday. Mike and Ken recount the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion. They also discuss two key elements that Jesus’ death saves us from. And how these elements fit into the communion meal. Their discussion helps us find our place in Jesus’ story. Finding ourselves there changes us in the here and now. A listener wants to know what Holy Week activities have the guys taken part in and what they thought of them. Also, are Hot Cross Buns a cure all and protector from all calamity?

Passages: Romans 3:23, 1 Corinthians 15:3b, Ephesians 1:7-8a, Isaiah 53:6a, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3:3, Romans 6:6a, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 22:14-22, Matthew 26:26-29

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14686516 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6878 8 116 full false Palm Sunday: Setting Things In Motion Palm Sunday: Setting Things In Motion Mike and Ken take an intermission from Galatians to focus on Easter. Up first, Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, a week before His crucifixion. This is celebrated by churches on the Sunday before Easter and is called Palm Sunday. During Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, some are confused and others think they are in control. But there is someone who isn’t confused and is in complete control of what’s going on. Ken and Mike discuss Palm Sunday and what applications we can draw from it for ourselves. Also, a listener wants the guys’ advice on a Palm Sunday reenactment at their church. And how in the world does Hot Cross Buns end up in this episode?

Passages: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-19

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]]> Mike and Ken take an intermission from Galatians to focus on Easter. Up first, Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, a week before His crucifixion. This is celebrated by churches on the Sunday before Easter and is called Palm Sunday. During Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, some are confused and others think they are in control. But there is someone who isn’t confused and is in complete control of what’s going on. Ken and Mike discuss Palm Sunday and what applications we can draw from it for ourselves. Also, a listener wants the guys’ advice on a Palm Sunday reenactment at their church. And how in the world does Hot Cross Buns end up in this episode?

Passages: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-19

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14649578 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0700 6860 8 115 full false The Impact Of A Changed Life The Impact Of A Changed Life Following Paul sharing how his life was changed by Jesus, he turns to share how others were affected by his new life. Who were these others? The church in Jerusalem, Peter, James, and the churches of Judea. The churches in Judea had never seen Paul in person, but knew of his changed life. And his story led them to praise God because of his conversion. Ken and Mike discuss Paul’s life change and its impact, and how our changed lives can have an impact as well. Also, a listener asks the guys about the Restoration Movement, which they mentioned a few episodes back. And do you hear all those bells? Where could so many bells be rung all at one time?

Passage: Galatians 1:18-24

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]]> Following Paul sharing how his life was changed by Jesus, he turns to share how others were affected by his new life. Who were these others? The church in Jerusalem, Peter, James, and the churches of Judea. The churches in Judea had never seen Paul in person, but knew of his changed life. And his story led them to praise God because of his conversion. Ken and Mike discuss Paul’s life change and its impact, and how our changed lives can have an impact as well. Also, a listener asks the guys about the Restoration Movement, which they mentioned a few episodes back. And do you hear all those bells? Where could so many bells be rung all at one time?

Passage: Galatians 1:18-24

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14611705 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7525 8 114 full false The Story Of A Changed Life The Story Of A Changed Life Paul continues on in his letter, telling the Galatians how everything was going his way as an unconverted rabbi. But then a sudden change happened. Paul had an encounter with Jesus, which showed him his outward work hadn’t brought inner change. Through this interaction with Jesus, he learned God was pleased to have Jesus dwell in him. From this inner change came a ministry to the Gentiles. Mike and Ken discuss the miraculous story of Paul’s changed life and how that gives us hope in our own stories. Also, does the leap have some linkage to church history? And a listener wants to know what does the word Bible actually mean, and where does it come from?

Passage: Galatians 1:13-17

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]]> Paul continues on in his letter, telling the Galatians how everything was going his way as an unconverted rabbi. But then a sudden change happened. Paul had an encounter with Jesus, which showed him his outward work hadn’t brought inner change. Through this interaction with Jesus, he learned God was pleased to have Jesus dwell in him. From this inner change came a ministry to the Gentiles. Mike and Ken discuss the miraculous story of Paul’s changed life and how that gives us hope in our own stories. Also, does the leap have some linkage to church history? And a listener wants to know what does the word Bible actually mean, and where does it come from?

Passage: Galatians 1:13-17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14573823 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6170 8 113 full false The End Of People Pleasing The End Of People Pleasing Immediately following his reprimand, Paul wants to know if the Galatians think he’s out to win people’s approval. He quickly answers that popularity is not his goal because that would negate him being a slave of Jesus. He then lets the Galatians know that not only is his ministry from God and Jesus, but also his message. Ken and Mike discuss these transitional verses and how even here in Paul’s writing there’s much for us to learn and apply. Also, a listener wants to know what the guys think Noah and his family did for fun on the ark. And how do the Amish, President’s Day, popularity contests, and pastors stumping for their jobs find their way into this episode?

Passage: Galatians 1:10-12

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]]> Immediately following his reprimand, Paul wants to know if the Galatians think he’s out to win people’s approval. He quickly answers that popularity is not his goal because that would negate him being a slave of Jesus. He then lets the Galatians know that not only is his ministry from God and Jesus, but also his message. Ken and Mike discuss these transitional verses and how even here in Paul’s writing there’s much for us to learn and apply. Also, a listener wants to know what the guys think Noah and his family did for fun on the ark. And how do the Amish, President’s Day, popularity contests, and pastors stumping for their jobs find their way into this episode?

Passage: Galatians 1:10-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14510421 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7267 8 112 full false The Real Thing And The Fake The Real Thing And The Fake Paul skips his regular thankfulness for those he’s writing to and launches right into reprimanding the Galatians. He does so because the Galatians are in danger of rejecting the gospel for a phony, knock-off message. Paul loves them too much to let that happen. And he’ll even speak hard words to keep them from fully deserting God and the gospel message. Mike and Ken discuss Paul’s rebuke and how it translates to us today. It’s almost Valentine’s day. Will the guys mention it at all or have they totally forgotten? And what causes them to consult AI for an answer? 

Passage: Galatians 1:6-9

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]]> Paul skips his regular thankfulness for those he’s writing to and launches right into reprimanding the Galatians. He does so because the Galatians are in danger of rejecting the gospel for a phony, knock-off message. Paul loves them too much to let that happen. And he’ll even speak hard words to keep them from fully deserting God and the gospel message. Mike and Ken discuss Paul’s rebuke and how it translates to us today. It’s almost Valentine’s day. Will the guys mention it at all or have they totally forgotten? And what causes them to consult AI for an answer? 

Passage: Galatians 1:6-9

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14483239 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7159 8 111 full false The Rescue The Rescue Paul shifts from giving his credentials to blessing the Galatians. Every word of his blessing is loaded with meaning. And Paul is sharing it to remind the Galatians they’ve been set free because of what Jesus did and not what they do by living under rules and regulations. Ken and Mike go word by word through Paul’s blessing and help us see what it meant for the Galatians, and what it means for us. A listener asks the guys for ideas on how to celebrate the true meaning of February 2nd. And Candlemas is what made Groundhog Day possible. But did you know it spawned another national holiday? Can you guess what holiday it might be?

Passage: Galatians 1:3-5

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]]> Paul shifts from giving his credentials to blessing the Galatians. Every word of his blessing is loaded with meaning. And Paul is sharing it to remind the Galatians they’ve been set free because of what Jesus did and not what they do by living under rules and regulations. Ken and Mike go word by word through Paul’s blessing and help us see what it meant for the Galatians, and what it means for us. A listener asks the guys for ideas on how to celebrate the true meaning of February 2nd. And Candlemas is what made Groundhog Day possible. But did you know it spawned another national holiday? Can you guess what holiday it might be?

Passage: Galatians 1:3-5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14428458 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6716 8 110 full false The Credentials The Credentials Paul opens his letter in a brief, formal, terse, to the point sort of way. He’s concerned for the Galatian churches and he wants to get right to the point. His first matter of business is to give his credentials as to why he’s qualified to write this letter, and that he has support from others to do so. Mike and Ken learned during their season on the book of Colossians not to take too many of Paul’s verses at once, so in this episode, they’re only tackling two. That’s right, only two. Uh oh, a listener asks the guys about an ice breaker question they’ve used. What could it be? And do the guys answer it? Also, what gets the guys derailed into talking about the misuse of scripture?

Passage: Galatians 1:1-2

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]]> Paul opens his letter in a brief, formal, terse, to the point sort of way. He’s concerned for the Galatian churches and he wants to get right to the point. His first matter of business is to give his credentials as to why he’s qualified to write this letter, and that he has support from others to do so. Mike and Ken learned during their season on the book of Colossians not to take too many of Paul’s verses at once, so in this episode, they’re only tackling two. That’s right, only two. Uh oh, a listener asks the guys about an ice breaker question they’ve used. What could it be? And do the guys answer it? Also, what gets the guys derailed into talking about the misuse of scripture?

Passage: Galatians 1:1-2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14379700 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6972 8 109 full false Intro to Galatians Intro to Galatians Ken and Mike wade into another one of Paul’s letters for season 8. The book of Galatians is all about how to be and live free. Before looking at the early verses of the letter, the guys spend some time laying groundwork to help us better understand what we’ll be reading. They discuss the author Paul; the backstory involving Paul and the Galatians; why Paul writes this letter; and what major themes it covers. The guys distinguish between pro and killer tips. A listener wants to know about some verbiage unique to Christians. Also, do you know who holds the record for the longest sentence in the Bible?

Passage: Galatians 1-6

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]]> Ken and Mike wade into another one of Paul’s letters for season 8. The book of Galatians is all about how to be and live free. Before looking at the early verses of the letter, the guys spend some time laying groundwork to help us better understand what we’ll be reading. They discuss the author Paul; the backstory involving Paul and the Galatians; why Paul writes this letter; and what major themes it covers. The guys distinguish between pro and killer tips. A listener wants to know about some verbiage unique to Christians. Also, do you know who holds the record for the longest sentence in the Bible?

Passage: Galatians 1-6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14350190 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6632 8 108 full false Jesus is Peace Jesus is Peace Mike and Ken discuss the sixth and final characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. Jesus is peace differs from God, man, king, and shepherd, but is like life. The guys define this characteristic, look at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is peace makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys if there will be a season 8, and they share how contract negotiations are going. Also, what does one day, lots of water, and 18,272 have in common?

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Romans 5:1, Ephesians 2:14-18, John 14:26-28, Isaiah 53:4-5, Philippians 4:6-8, 2 Thessalonians 3:16

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]]> Mike and Ken discuss the sixth and final characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. Jesus is peace differs from God, man, king, and shepherd, but is like life. The guys define this characteristic, look at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is peace makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys if there will be a season 8, and they share how contract negotiations are going. Also, what does one day, lots of water, and 18,272 have in common?

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Romans 5:1, Ephesians 2:14-18, John 14:26-28, Isaiah 53:4-5, Philippians 4:6-8, 2 Thessalonians 3:16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14294251 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6552 7 107 full false Jesus is Life Jesus is Life Ken and Mike discuss the fifth characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. Jesus is life is a different type of characteristic from the previous of God, man, king, and shepherd. The guys define this characteristic, look at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is life makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys for ideas to grow in their relationship with Jesus. Also, what does 976, the ark, pandas, polar bears, and wives, have in common?

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, 1 John 5:11-13, 20-21, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Romans 5:10,18,21, John 14:6, 2 Corinthians 4:10-12, Colossians 3:1-4

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]]> Ken and Mike discuss the fifth characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. Jesus is life is a different type of characteristic from the previous of God, man, king, and shepherd. The guys define this characteristic, look at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is life makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys for ideas to grow in their relationship with Jesus. Also, what does 976, the ark, pandas, polar bears, and wives, have in common?

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, 1 John 5:11-13, 20-21, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Romans 5:10,18,21, John 14:6, 2 Corinthians 4:10-12, Colossians 3:1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14227341 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0800 7134 7 106 full false Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year Rewind: Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year A new year causes many of us to pause and reflect on the previous year. And then turn our attention to what might lie ahead in the next. In this rewind episode, Mike and Ken discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also, there is a new listener question for this episode, asking the guys to play a game of this or that. What this or that choices might they have to make? And will their choices be the same?

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]]> A new year causes many of us to pause and reflect on the previous year. And then turn our attention to what might lie ahead in the next. In this rewind episode, Mike and Ken discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also, there is a new listener question for this episode, asking the guys to play a game of this or that. What this or that choices might they have to make? And will their choices be the same?

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14211595 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0800 6191 7 105 full false Best of Listener Questions Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition Best of Listener Questions Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition What better Christmas tradition than to gather around the Christmas tree or fireplace with a cup of hot coco and listen to Ken and Mike answer Christmas questions from listeners? Who knows, it might become a new yearly tradition? Or not. All the same, the guys have created a third best of with questions not featured in volume 1 or 2. Every question is a Christmas question and 1 of the 5 is brand new for this special best of episode. The questions you’ll hear are:

Season 2 - Episode 48 - November 28, 2022 - Christmas with John
Season 2 - Episode 49 - December 5, 2022 - Christmas with Matthew
Season 2 - Episode 50 - December 12, 2022 - Christmas with Mark
Season 2 - Episode 51 - December 19, 2022 - Christmas with Luke
Season 7 - Episode 104 - December 25, 2023 - Best of Listener Question, Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition

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]]> What better Christmas tradition than to gather around the Christmas tree or fireplace with a cup of hot coco and listen to Ken and Mike answer Christmas questions from listeners? Who knows, it might become a new yearly tradition? Or not. All the same, the guys have created a third best of with questions not featured in volume 1 or 2. Every question is a Christmas question and 1 of the 5 is brand new for this special best of episode. The questions you’ll hear are:

Season 2 - Episode 48 - November 28, 2022 - Christmas with John
Season 2 - Episode 49 - December 5, 2022 - Christmas with Matthew
Season 2 - Episode 50 - December 12, 2022 - Christmas with Mark
Season 2 - Episode 51 - December 19, 2022 - Christmas with Luke
Season 7 - Episode 104 - December 25, 2023 - Best of Listener Question, Vol. 3 - Christmas Edition

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14197491 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0800 5101 7 104 full false Jesus is Shepherd Jesus is Shepherd Mike and Ken discuss the fourth characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. It’s not baaa-d because it’s that Jesus is shepherd. Their conversation includes defining this characteristic, looking at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is shepherd makes a difference in our lives. A listener wants to know what form of travel the guys would have used in making their way to visit Jesus. Also, have nativity sets and movies been leading us astray when it comes to Christmas? You’ll have to listen to learn about this Christmas conspiracy. 

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, John 10, Psalm 23, Luke 15:3-7, 1 Peter 2:23-25, 1 Peter 5:1-4

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]]> Mike and Ken discuss the fourth characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. It’s not baaa-d because it’s that Jesus is shepherd. Their conversation includes defining this characteristic, looking at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is shepherd makes a difference in our lives. A listener wants to know what form of travel the guys would have used in making their way to visit Jesus. Also, have nativity sets and movies been leading us astray when it comes to Christmas? You’ll have to listen to learn about this Christmas conspiracy. 

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, John 10, Psalm 23, Luke 15:3-7, 1 Peter 2:23-25, 1 Peter 5:1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14159235 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0800 7310 7 103 full false Jesus is King Jesus is King In this episode, Ken and Mike tackle the third characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. The fact that Jesus is king. Their conversation includes defining this characteristic, looking at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is king makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys to settle the debate of whether Christmas decorating should happen before or after Thanksgiving. And have you ever wondered what days are actually the 12 days of Christmas? Well, you’re in luck because the answer is found in this episode.

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Colossians 1:16-17, Hebrews 1, Matthew 21:1-11, John 12:12-19, John 18:33-37

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]]> In this episode, Ken and Mike tackle the third characteristic about Jesus found in Micah 5:2-5a. The fact that Jesus is king. Their conversation includes defining this characteristic, looking at where it’s found in the Bible, and how knowing that Jesus is king makes a difference in our lives. A listener asks the guys to settle the debate of whether Christmas decorating should happen before or after Thanksgiving. And have you ever wondered what days are actually the 12 days of Christmas? Well, you’re in luck because the answer is found in this episode.

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Colossians 1:16-17, Hebrews 1, Matthew 21:1-11, John 12:12-19, John 18:33-37

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14114283 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0800 7272 7 102 full false Jesus is God and Man Jesus is God and Man Mike and Ken venture into season 7, which is a special Christmas season. They will be pulling characteristics of who Jesus is from Micah 5:2-5a. In this episode, they lay some groundwork for the season and then discuss Jesus as God and man. The conversation includes defining these characteristics, looking at where they’re found in the Bible, and how knowing these elements about Jesus makes a difference in our lives. Also, what would cause booing and hissing in the episode? A listener wants to know what happened in the guy’s neighborhoods on Halloween. And the guys help solve a family dilemma that arises during recording in their post credits conversation.

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Philippians 2:1-11, John 1:1-5, Colossians 2:9-10, Hebrews 1:1-4, Hebrews 4:14-16

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]]> Mike and Ken venture into season 7, which is a special Christmas season. They will be pulling characteristics of who Jesus is from Micah 5:2-5a. In this episode, they lay some groundwork for the season and then discuss Jesus as God and man. The conversation includes defining these characteristics, looking at where they’re found in the Bible, and how knowing these elements about Jesus makes a difference in our lives. Also, what would cause booing and hissing in the episode? A listener wants to know what happened in the guy’s neighborhoods on Halloween. And the guys help solve a family dilemma that arises during recording in their post credits conversation.

Passages: Micah 5:2-5a, Philippians 2:1-11, John 1:1-5, Colossians 2:9-10, Hebrews 1:1-4, Hebrews 4:14-16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14080892 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0800 6518 7 101 full false Wrap Up: Esther Wrap Up: Esther Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 6’s trip through the book of Esther. They break their discussion down into the three types of people found allegorically in this book. These types are non-Christians, fleshly Christians, and spiritual Christians. Also, it’s Jesus Changes People’s 100th episode! As you can imagine, the bunny trails abound. And a listener asks the guys to give some backstory on the show. This sends the guys down memory lane talking about how Jesus Changes People got started, behind-the-scenes elements you may not know, and how it developed in to what it is today. They also talk about challenges, changes, running jokes, and much more.

Passage: Esther 1-10

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]]> Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 6’s trip through the book of Esther. They break their discussion down into the three types of people found allegorically in this book. These types are non-Christians, fleshly Christians, and spiritual Christians. Also, it’s Jesus Changes People’s 100th episode! As you can imagine, the bunny trails abound. And a listener asks the guys to give some backstory on the show. This sends the guys down memory lane talking about how Jesus Changes People got started, behind-the-scenes elements you may not know, and how it developed in to what it is today. They also talk about challenges, changes, running jokes, and much more.

Passage: Esther 1-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-14037742 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0800 7960 6 100 full false Victory and a Feast Victory and a Feast The day when both edicts of Haman, Esther, and Mordecai go into effect has arrived. What will happen to the Jews and those opposed to them? Will King Xerxes remain in power when this day ends? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these events and the allegorical picture they paint for us of how we live life in the Spirit. They point out that life in the Spirit is not passive, watches for true outcomes, and stands ready for ongoing spiritual battles we will face. This episode drops Thanksgiving week. The Did You Know segment shares some Thanksgiving history, and a listener wants to know what are some of the guys’ favorite Thanksgiving day dishes. Also, the guys discuss duos, including some they think are great. And who gets sappy during the episode? 

Passage: Esther 9-10

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]]> The day when both edicts of Haman, Esther, and Mordecai go into effect has arrived. What will happen to the Jews and those opposed to them? Will King Xerxes remain in power when this day ends? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these events and the allegorical picture they paint for us of how we live life in the Spirit. They point out that life in the Spirit is not passive, watches for true outcomes, and stands ready for ongoing spiritual battles we will face. This episode drops Thanksgiving week. The Did You Know segment shares some Thanksgiving history, and a listener wants to know what are some of the guys’ favorite Thanksgiving day dishes. Also, the guys discuss duos, including some they think are great. And who gets sappy during the episode? 

Passage: Esther 9-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13996493 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0800 7325 6 99 full false Promotion and a New Decree Promotion and a New Decree With Haman out of the picture, what should be done with his estate and the decree to destroy, kill, and annihilate the Jews? Xerxes has some decisions to make. How’s he going to clean up the mess left by Haman? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the allegorical pictures found in the kingdom's cleanup. Their conversation focuses on how a life switches from flesh as a ruling force to the Holy Spirit; how we handle remnants of the flesh in our lives; the two laws found here pointing to the two laws found in Romans 8:2; and how the change from flesh to Spirit brings freedom and celebration versus bewilderment. The guys also kick around houses they might be willing to have someone give them; sweet treats they’ve found in their new locales; and a mini golf course that holds a Guinness World Record. Did the guys set a record with the amount of stuff they’ve crammed into this episode?

Passage: Esther 8

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]]> With Haman out of the picture, what should be done with his estate and the decree to destroy, kill, and annihilate the Jews? Xerxes has some decisions to make. How’s he going to clean up the mess left by Haman? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the allegorical pictures found in the kingdom's cleanup. Their conversation focuses on how a life switches from flesh as a ruling force to the Holy Spirit; how we handle remnants of the flesh in our lives; the two laws found here pointing to the two laws found in Romans 8:2; and how the change from flesh to Spirit brings freedom and celebration versus bewilderment. The guys also kick around houses they might be willing to have someone give them; sweet treats they’ve found in their new locales; and a mini golf course that holds a Guinness World Record. Did the guys set a record with the amount of stuff they’ve crammed into this episode?

Passage: Esther 8

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13941876 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0800 7294 6 98 full false An Unexpected End to Dinner An Unexpected End to Dinner Esther finally unmasks Haman. She tells the King about Haman’s plot to destroy, kill and annihilate her and her people. Xerxes is so unhappy he gets up and leaves his wine at the table. Now that says something for a guy that threw a 187 day party! Join Ken and Mike as they discuss the events of Haman’s unmasking and demise. And how these events help us see the way we’re to deal with the flesh in our own lives, from its revealing to its crucifixion. The guys also answer a great question from a listener about similarities and differences between Christian and church culture in Colorado, Florida, and Oregon. What is Ministr-eeze? And are certain biblical characters about to have a run in with their local HOA?

Passage: Esther 7

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]]> Esther finally unmasks Haman. She tells the King about Haman’s plot to destroy, kill and annihilate her and her people. Xerxes is so unhappy he gets up and leaves his wine at the table. Now that says something for a guy that threw a 187 day party! Join Ken and Mike as they discuss the events of Haman’s unmasking and demise. And how these events help us see the way we’re to deal with the flesh in our own lives, from its revealing to its crucifixion. The guys also answer a great question from a listener about similarities and differences between Christian and church culture in Colorado, Florida, and Oregon. What is Ministr-eeze? And are certain biblical characters about to have a run in with their local HOA?

Passage: Esther 7

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13897748 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0800 6422 6 97 full false Unlooked for Honor Unlooked for Honor King Xerxes can’t sleep, so he has the book of the chronicles read to him. He discovers that Mordecai saved his life. How did he forget in the first place? Mordecai wasn’t honored for this heroism. So what to do? Ask Haman how to honor his archenemy! How’s this going to turn out? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss how the realization of our life being saved affects us; the king missing Haman’s true character; Haman is about to drop all subtly; how Haman can act good when his neck is on the line; and how Haman’s path only leads to ruin. It’s also harvest festival, fall festival, Halloween, whatever time. Will the guys debunk Halloween? Have conversations about candy? Who knows with these two?

Passage: Esther 6

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]]> King Xerxes can’t sleep, so he has the book of the chronicles read to him. He discovers that Mordecai saved his life. How did he forget in the first place? Mordecai wasn’t honored for this heroism. So what to do? Ask Haman how to honor his archenemy! How’s this going to turn out? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss how the realization of our life being saved affects us; the king missing Haman’s true character; Haman is about to drop all subtly; how Haman can act good when his neck is on the line; and how Haman’s path only leads to ruin. It’s also harvest festival, fall festival, Halloween, whatever time. Will the guys debunk Halloween? Have conversations about candy? Who knows with these two?

Passage: Esther 6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13852462 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6431 6 96 full false An Invitation to Dine An Invitation to Dine In this chapter, lives are on the line. Esther risks her life to approach the king, and Haman concocts a plan to kill Mordecai. What will happen to these two main characters? Join Ken and Mike, as they discuss how human free will is respected by God and won’t be forcibly overridden; and also what might be behind the two delays Esther makes in her great reveal about Haman to the king. A listener wants to know how many questions Jesus asked during His ministry. The guys wonder what they might wish for, if they had just one wish. And what are some great and not so great cheesy Christian t-shirts?

Passage: Esther 5

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]]> In this chapter, lives are on the line. Esther risks her life to approach the king, and Haman concocts a plan to kill Mordecai. What will happen to these two main characters? Join Ken and Mike, as they discuss how human free will is respected by God and won’t be forcibly overridden; and also what might be behind the two delays Esther makes in her great reveal about Haman to the king. A listener wants to know how many questions Jesus asked during His ministry. The guys wonder what they might wish for, if they had just one wish. And what are some great and not so great cheesy Christian t-shirts?

Passage: Esther 5

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13820250 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6522 6 95 full false The Plot Discovered The Plot Discovered Mordecai catches wind of Haman’s plot. In response, he tares his clothes, and changes into sackcloth and ashes, and then weeps loudly and bitterly. He and Esther pass messages back and forth, using Hathak as their messenger. The chapter ends with everyone fasting for Esther, who plans to risk her life going before the King. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss Godly grief; when we feel we’ve don’t something wrong but don’t know what it is; the interactions between the human soul and spirit and the Holy Spirit; and how we’re to have victory over the flesh in all areas of our lives. Ken’s running on fumes. What does that mean for the show? Also, has he really been up all night playing video games?

Passage: Esther 4

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]]> Mordecai catches wind of Haman’s plot. In response, he tares his clothes, and changes into sackcloth and ashes, and then weeps loudly and bitterly. He and Esther pass messages back and forth, using Hathak as their messenger. The chapter ends with everyone fasting for Esther, who plans to risk her life going before the King. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss Godly grief; when we feel we’ve don’t something wrong but don’t know what it is; the interactions between the human soul and spirit and the Holy Spirit; and how we’re to have victory over the flesh in all areas of our lives. Ken’s running on fumes. What does that mean for the show? Also, has he really been up all night playing video games?

Passage: Esther 4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13767782 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6248 6 94 full false Plot to Get Rid of the Jews Plot to Get Rid of the Jews Haman enters the scene and immediately goes toe to toe with Mordecai. He hates him so much that he doesn’t just want to hurt Mordecai, but kill him and all his people. When does he want to do this? He’s not sure, so he roles dice to figure it out. Join Ken and Mike as they dig into Haman’s history and the war between the flesh and Spirit. They also discuss what really makes Christians free to make a choice, whereas those who are not Christians are locked in to one way of doing things. A listener wants to know what the elements in communion represent. Why did Thomas Welch invent grape juice? And, the post credits conversation swerves into reading from a burger restaurant menu.

Passage: Esther 3

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]]> Haman enters the scene and immediately goes toe to toe with Mordecai. He hates him so much that he doesn’t just want to hurt Mordecai, but kill him and all his people. When does he want to do this? He’s not sure, so he roles dice to figure it out. Join Ken and Mike as they dig into Haman’s history and the war between the flesh and Spirit. They also discuss what really makes Christians free to make a choice, whereas those who are not Christians are locked in to one way of doing things. A listener wants to know what the elements in communion represent. Why did Thomas Welch invent grape juice? And, the post credits conversation swerves into reading from a burger restaurant menu.

Passage: Esther 3

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13717428 Mon, 09 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6044 6 93 full false The Beauty Contest The Beauty Contest With no queen, King Xerxes is sad and lonely staring out his window. He’s remembering his days with Vashti, but those are long gone and can never happen again because of his decree. Well, what better way to make the blues go away than to hold a beauty pageant to find a new queen? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss how being dead spiritually is like a vacuum that sucks the life out of anything; how the Holy Spirit draws us, changes us, gives us a new spirit and fills us with life; and how Christians are no longer inline with the world, devil, and the flesh, so they have entered a war. Also, a listener asks for some help regarding the Holy Land park that may be built in Branson, Missouri.

Passage: Esther 2

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]]> With no queen, King Xerxes is sad and lonely staring out his window. He’s remembering his days with Vashti, but those are long gone and can never happen again because of his decree. Well, what better way to make the blues go away than to hold a beauty pageant to find a new queen? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss how being dead spiritually is like a vacuum that sucks the life out of anything; how the Holy Spirit draws us, changes us, gives us a new spirit and fills us with life; and how Christians are no longer inline with the world, devil, and the flesh, so they have entered a war. Also, a listener asks for some help regarding the Holy Land park that may be built in Branson, Missouri.

Passage: Esther 2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13682362 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6663 6 92 full false The Queen Refuses The Queen Refuses Chapter 1 of Esther begins with a bang. It lets us know that King Xerxes third year of ruling over the provinces stretching from India to Cush includes a 187 day party. That sounds exhausting! The festivities didn’t end so well when King Xerxes requests Queen Vashti to appear and parade her beauty. She refuses, which leads to a decree that Xerxes will never see her again along with other consequences. Join Ken and Mike as they talk about the allegorical elements of this chapter, which include Vashti and Xerxes. And how the decisions that Xerxes make affect the whole kingdom. Also, fantasy football, a boo baby, and drawings made in church sneak their way into the conversation along with many other rabbit trails.

Passage: Esther 1

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]]> Chapter 1 of Esther begins with a bang. It lets us know that King Xerxes third year of ruling over the provinces stretching from India to Cush includes a 187 day party. That sounds exhausting! The festivities didn’t end so well when King Xerxes requests Queen Vashti to appear and parade her beauty. She refuses, which leads to a decree that Xerxes will never see her again along with other consequences. Join Ken and Mike as they talk about the allegorical elements of this chapter, which include Vashti and Xerxes. And how the decisions that Xerxes make affect the whole kingdom. Also, fantasy football, a boo baby, and drawings made in church sneak their way into the conversation along with many other rabbit trails.

Passage: Esther 1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13644774 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6406 6 91 full false Intro to Esther Intro to Esther If Season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth was the Hallmark channel. What will Season 6 be with the book of Esther, which includes plotting, revenge, murder, and a beauty pageant? Mike and Ken discuss some differences between the stories of Ruth and Esther. They also dig into the Jewish Exile, the characters in the story of Esther, and some themes we will find in this book. Also, a listener wants to know what are the guys’ favorite translations of the Bible. And what can we learn from Johann Sebastian Bach?

Passage: Esther 1-10

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]]> If Season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth was the Hallmark channel. What will Season 6 be with the book of Esther, which includes plotting, revenge, murder, and a beauty pageant? Mike and Ken discuss some differences between the stories of Ruth and Esther. They also dig into the Jewish Exile, the characters in the story of Esther, and some themes we will find in this book. Also, a listener wants to know what are the guys’ favorite translations of the Bible. And what can we learn from Johann Sebastian Bach?

Passage: Esther 1-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13592464 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6261 6 90 full false Wrap Up: Ruth Wrap Up: Ruth Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth. They discuss the effects of unbelief; belief that leads to striving; and how an identity of being fully redeemed affects how we live our lives. Also, a listener wants to know if Mike and his family made it to Oregon safely. And Christian Industrial Metal, what prompts the guys to wax intellectual about it?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 5’s trip through the book of Ruth. They discuss the effects of unbelief; belief that leads to striving; and how an identity of being fully redeemed affects how we live our lives. Also, a listener wants to know if Mike and his family made it to Oregon safely. And Christian Industrial Metal, what prompts the guys to wax intellectual about it?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13566496 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6618 5 89 full false Ruth and Boaz Get Married Ruth and Boaz Get Married In the rousing conclusion to be book of Ruth, Boaz attempts to redeem Ruth. It looks like the other redeemer has the upper hand and then Boaz says Ruth is a part of the deal, and that’s just too much, and the other redeemer backs out. This means Boaz is the one who can redeem Elimelek’s land and marry Ruth. The storybook ending proceeds with a wedding and a child, but there’s more than just fairytales here. Join Mike and Ken as they wade through the details of a sandal trade, weddings, and a child. Also, a listener is using an ancient baking recipe and asks the guys for some help with the biblical measurements. Can they help this baker in distress?

Passage: Ruth 4

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]]> In the rousing conclusion to be book of Ruth, Boaz attempts to redeem Ruth. It looks like the other redeemer has the upper hand and then Boaz says Ruth is a part of the deal, and that’s just too much, and the other redeemer backs out. This means Boaz is the one who can redeem Elimelek’s land and marry Ruth. The storybook ending proceeds with a wedding and a child, but there’s more than just fairytales here. Join Mike and Ken as they wade through the details of a sandal trade, weddings, and a child. Also, a listener is using an ancient baking recipe and asks the guys for some help with the biblical measurements. Can they help this baker in distress?

Passage: Ruth 4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13523252 Mon, 04 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6529 5 88 full false Boaz's Plan To Redeem Ruth Boaz's Plan To Redeem Ruth A day comes when Naomi feels the need to find a home for Ruth, so she will be provided for. She lays out a plan that Ruth follows to the letter. But isn’t it weird that Boaz is sleeping at the threshing floor? And why does Ruth uncover his feet and lay down by them? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these mysteries found in the third chapter of Ruth. And someone did it, they asked about hyssop. The guys will tackle the listener’s question. Also, they talk about some handsome guy with large amounts of flowing hair. Who could it be?

Passage: Ruth 3

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]]> A day comes when Naomi feels the need to find a home for Ruth, so she will be provided for. She lays out a plan that Ruth follows to the letter. But isn’t it weird that Boaz is sleeping at the threshing floor? And why does Ruth uncover his feet and lay down by them? Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these mysteries found in the third chapter of Ruth. And someone did it, they asked about hyssop. The guys will tackle the listener’s question. Also, they talk about some handsome guy with large amounts of flowing hair. Who could it be?

Passage: Ruth 3

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13471869 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6059 5 87 full false Ruth Meets Boaz Ruth Meets Boaz It’s a tale as old as time, boy meets girl, which leads to boy and girl falling in love. That’s what’s recorded next in the story of Ruth. She is gleaning in the fields and ends up in a field owned by a relative of Naomi’s. How will this relationship begin and where will it go from this first chance meeting? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the second chapter of Ruth’s story. And it’s the time of year Ken has been dreading, the end of summer and the return to school. Not really, but a listener wants to know if the guys have any back to school memories. Also, how does Cletus Take the Reel end up in an episode about love and romance?

Passage: Ruth 2

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]]> It’s a tale as old as time, boy meets girl, which leads to boy and girl falling in love. That’s what’s recorded next in the story of Ruth. She is gleaning in the fields and ends up in a field owned by a relative of Naomi’s. How will this relationship begin and where will it go from this first chance meeting? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the second chapter of Ruth’s story. And it’s the time of year Ken has been dreading, the end of summer and the return to school. Not really, but a listener wants to know if the guys have any back to school memories. Also, how does Cletus Take the Reel end up in an episode about love and romance?

Passage: Ruth 2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13418490 Mon, 21 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0700 5525 5 86 full false Ruth and Naomi’s Back Story Ruth and Naomi’s Back Story To really understand the book of Ruth is to first understand the characters involved. And not just the details offered, but also what their names actually mean. With an understanding of name meanings, the backstory of what lands Naomi and Ruth in Bethlehem at harvest time has a much greater meaning. Join Ken and Mike as they make their way through this first chapter discussing not only name meanings but also two types of commitment and country music. Yes, country music. And did a listener really ask the guys about what their favorite flower might be?

Passage: Ruth 1

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]]> To really understand the book of Ruth is to first understand the characters involved. And not just the details offered, but also what their names actually mean. With an understanding of name meanings, the backstory of what lands Naomi and Ruth in Bethlehem at harvest time has a much greater meaning. Join Ken and Mike as they make their way through this first chapter discussing not only name meanings but also two types of commitment and country music. Yes, country music. And did a listener really ask the guys about what their favorite flower might be?

Passage: Ruth 1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13387040 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0700 5598 5 85 full false Intro to Ruth Intro to Ruth Has Jesus Changes People become a Hallmark movie? Mike and Ken discuss the possibility as they begin Season 5, which will focus on a love story from the Bible. The book of Ruth tells the story of 3 prominent characters: Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. The guys will give a high level view of the book; map out where they’re headed in this season; and discuss the things to be looking for as you work your way through Ruth. Also, the listener question makes Ken hungry. Why might that be?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Has Jesus Changes People become a Hallmark movie? Mike and Ken discuss the possibility as they begin Season 5, which will focus on a love story from the Bible. The book of Ruth tells the story of 3 prominent characters: Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. The guys will give a high level view of the book; map out where they’re headed in this season; and discuss the things to be looking for as you work your way through Ruth. Also, the listener question makes Ken hungry. Why might that be?

Passage: Ruth 1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13349830 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0700 5273 5 84 full false Wrapping Up The Life and Times of David Wrapping Up The Life and Times of David Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> Ken and Mike review some of the key elements from season 4’s look at the Life and Times of David. They discuss David’s faith; how he’s a man after God’s own heart; what we can learn from his intimacy with God; the significance of shepherding in these accounts of David’s life; how David served God in his generation; and how he modeled for all of us the way to grow. The guys help translate what we’ve learned about David into our own lives. Also, the demolition of the Holy Land Experience brought sadness, but there may be hope on the horizon! And a listener asks, what are the plans for season 5 of Jesus Changes People?

Passages: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Samuel 17, Psalm 51, 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13310017 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6956 4 83 full false When Dreams Don’t Come True When Dreams Don’t Come True David had wanted to build a temple for the Lord and even made preparations for it before his death. But God had told him, “You have shed much blood and have fought many wars. You are not to build a house for my Name, because you have shed much blood on the earth in my sight. But you will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign. He is the one who will build a house for my Name.” David handles this with grace and a commitment to helping his son succeed. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss finishing well, God saying no, and elevating others. Also, Veggie Tales takes over the show in the Did You Know, Listener Questions, and Post Credit segments of the show.

Passage: 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> David had wanted to build a temple for the Lord and even made preparations for it before his death. But God had told him, “You have shed much blood and have fought many wars. You are not to build a house for my Name, because you have shed much blood on the earth in my sight. But you will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign. He is the one who will build a house for my Name.” David handles this with grace and a commitment to helping his son succeed. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss finishing well, God saying no, and elevating others. Also, Veggie Tales takes over the show in the Did You Know, Listener Questions, and Post Credit segments of the show.

Passage: 1 Chronicles 22, 28

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13263402 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0700 5711 4 82 full false David’s Source of Power David’s Source of Power Psalm 51 is a powerful expression of repentance and restoration. Written by David in the aftermath of his affair with Bathsheba, it shows humility, brokenness, and a willingness to do whatever God asks of him. It is in this chapter that David writes these words, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Join Ken and Mike as they dig into this rich Psalm loaded with lots of practical insights for us today. And don’t miss the Listner Question segment, one of the guys shares some big news. 

Passage: Psalm 51

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]]> Psalm 51 is a powerful expression of repentance and restoration. Written by David in the aftermath of his affair with Bathsheba, it shows humility, brokenness, and a willingness to do whatever God asks of him. It is in this chapter that David writes these words, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Join Ken and Mike as they dig into this rich Psalm loaded with lots of practical insights for us today. And don’t miss the Listner Question segment, one of the guys shares some big news. 

Passage: Psalm 51

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13234332 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6478 4 81 full false Slaying Giants Slaying Giants The story of David and Goliath is well known in and out of church circles. In popular culture, it is used to highlight the underdog and how people can overcome great odds. Within the biblical context, the story of David and Goliath is also about trusting God to provide victory, and having a willingness to fight in your unique style. Ultimately, God gives David the victory. Join Mike and Ken for the third episode of their mini season focused on The Life and Times of David. If the guys are talking about David, shouldn’t they have a Did You Know segment about the statue of David? And did Ken have a previous run in with the statue of David?

Passage: 1 Samuel 17

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]]> The story of David and Goliath is well known in and out of church circles. In popular culture, it is used to highlight the underdog and how people can overcome great odds. Within the biblical context, the story of David and Goliath is also about trusting God to provide victory, and having a willingness to fight in your unique style. Ultimately, God gives David the victory. Join Mike and Ken for the third episode of their mini season focused on The Life and Times of David. If the guys are talking about David, shouldn’t they have a Did You Know segment about the statue of David? And did Ken have a previous run in with the statue of David?

Passage: 1 Samuel 17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13178726 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6520 4 80 full false Fallen Fallen While many people think of 2 Samuel 11 and 12 as simply David’s affair with Bathsheba, it is actually much more. Throughout the chapter we see David ignoring warning signs, not listening to advisors, and ultimately allowing his desire for Bathsheba to cause him to have her husband murdered. It begins with David not being where he should be–out to war with his army. When we are not where God wants us to be, we place ourselves at risk. Join Ken and Mike, as they continue through their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also discuss tabloids, the King James Version of the bible, and fireworks. And is there a listener trying to call in to the show, while the guys are recording?

Passage: 2 Samuel 11-12

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]]> While many people think of 2 Samuel 11 and 12 as simply David’s affair with Bathsheba, it is actually much more. Throughout the chapter we see David ignoring warning signs, not listening to advisors, and ultimately allowing his desire for Bathsheba to cause him to have her husband murdered. It begins with David not being where he should be–out to war with his army. When we are not where God wants us to be, we place ourselves at risk. Join Ken and Mike, as they continue through their mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also discuss tabloids, the King James Version of the bible, and fireworks. And is there a listener trying to call in to the show, while the guys are recording?

Passage: 2 Samuel 11-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13127514 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0700 6348 4 79 full false An Unlikely King An Unlikely King When Samuel goes to anoint the next king of Israel, he makes a common mistake: he judges the potential candidates based on outward appearances. God uses this opportunity to share his perspective: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” (1 Samuel 16:7). God still has this same perspective today. Join Mike and Ken, as they begin season 4, a mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also talk about a band that’s celebrating a 50th anniversary, and tackle a Listener’s Question about women’s roles in ministry.

Passage: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

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]]> When Samuel goes to anoint the next king of Israel, he makes a common mistake: he judges the potential candidates based on outward appearances. God uses this opportunity to share his perspective: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” (1 Samuel 16:7). God still has this same perspective today. Join Mike and Ken, as they begin season 4, a mini-season focused on The Life and Times of David. They also talk about a band that’s celebrating a 50th anniversary, and tackle a Listener’s Question about women’s roles in ministry.

Passage: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13070030 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0700 5860 4 78 full false Best of Listener Questions Vol. 2 Best of Listener Questions Vol. 2 Do remember making mix tapes and having more songs than a 90 minute cassette would hold? That’s how the guys felt when they created the first volume of the Best of Listener Questions. So, they’ve created a second best of with questions not featured in volume 1. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 20 - May 16, 2022 - Casting the First Stone
Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 27 - July 4, 2022 - The One God Honors
Season 1 - Episode 44 - October 31, 2022 - Life In His Name

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]]> Do remember making mix tapes and having more songs than a 90 minute cassette would hold? That’s how the guys felt when they created the first volume of the Best of Listener Questions. So, they’ve created a second best of with questions not featured in volume 1. Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again 5 questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 7 - February 16, 2022 - Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3
Season 1 - Episode 20 - May 16, 2022 - Casting the First Stone
Season 1 - Episode 33 - August 15, 2022 - Keeping His Commands
Season 1 - Episode 27 - July 4, 2022 - The One God Honors
Season 1 - Episode 44 - October 31, 2022 - Life In His Name

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-13034851 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0700 2715 3 77 full false Wrapping Up Colossians Wrapping Up Colossians Mike and Ken review some of the key elements from season 3’s trip through the book of Colossians. They discuss the supremacy of Jesus, how those of us who are Christians are brought to fullness in Jesus, and how we live as people who’ve been made alive with Jesus. The guy’s discussion will feel like a trip through the potluck or smorgasbord line, and you may leave feeling like you’ve had a little too much to eat. Also, will there be a season 4 of Jesus Changes People? And if so, what will be the topic?

Passage: Colossians 1-4

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]]> Mike and Ken review some of the key elements from season 3’s trip through the book of Colossians. They discuss the supremacy of Jesus, how those of us who are Christians are brought to fullness in Jesus, and how we live as people who’ve been made alive with Jesus. The guy’s discussion will feel like a trip through the potluck or smorgasbord line, and you may leave feeling like you’ve had a little too much to eat. Also, will there be a season 4 of Jesus Changes People? And if so, what will be the topic?

Passage: Colossians 1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12998950 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0700 5997 3 76 full false Paul Signs Off Paul Signs Off Paul wraps up his letter to the Colossians with a couple more greetings. He also asks that the letters he’s written be shared between the churches in the area. There’s a specific message for one individual and it leaves us wondering, was Paul calling him out? He concludes by signing the letter in his own hand and reminding the Colossians of his chains. His last words are “Grace be with you.” What a fitting end! Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these final 5 verses, house churches, and that Paul did not write this letter comfortably sitting at a word processor. Also, it’s the 75th episode of Jesus Changes People! The guys answer a listener question about some of their highlights over the past 75 episodes.

Passage: Colossians 4:14-18

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]]> Paul wraps up his letter to the Colossians with a couple more greetings. He also asks that the letters he’s written be shared between the churches in the area. There’s a specific message for one individual and it leaves us wondering, was Paul calling him out? He concludes by signing the letter in his own hand and reminding the Colossians of his chains. His last words are “Grace be with you.” What a fitting end! Join Ken and Mike as they discuss these final 5 verses, house churches, and that Paul did not write this letter comfortably sitting at a word processor. Also, it’s the 75th episode of Jesus Changes People! The guys answer a listener question about some of their highlights over the past 75 episodes.

Passage: Colossians 4:14-18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12973146 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6417 3 75 full false Paul’s Friends Say Hi Paul’s Friends Say Hi It can feel like there isn’t much to learn from the closing of a letter where everyone wants to say hi. However, when you know the stories of the individuals saying hi, you discover these people are testimonies of Jesus’ work in a person’s life. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the 5 people listed in these 4 verses, and what we can learn for ourselves from their stories. Also, how do the guys end up talking about wrestling again, biblical measurements of weight, and greeting cards?

Passage: Colossians 4:10-13

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]]> It can feel like there isn’t much to learn from the closing of a letter where everyone wants to say hi. However, when you know the stories of the individuals saying hi, you discover these people are testimonies of Jesus’ work in a person’s life. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the 5 people listed in these 4 verses, and what we can learn for ourselves from their stories. Also, how do the guys end up talking about wrestling again, biblical measurements of weight, and greeting cards?

Passage: Colossians 4:10-13

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12913428 Mon, 29 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700 5468 3 74 full false Messengers with News Messengers with News We may think the end of a letter doesn’t have much to teach, but that’s not the case with Paul’s closing words to the Colossians. There’s a lot to be learned from Tychicus and Onesimus, the first two names Paul mentions. These two are dear brothers and faithful. Join Ken and Mike, as they discuss the back stories of Tychicus and Onesimus. They also ponder why some biblical names are used for children and others are not. And how was Ken’s first year as a prof?

Passage: Colossians 4:7-9

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]]> We may think the end of a letter doesn’t have much to teach, but that’s not the case with Paul’s closing words to the Colossians. There’s a lot to be learned from Tychicus and Onesimus, the first two names Paul mentions. These two are dear brothers and faithful. Join Ken and Mike, as they discuss the back stories of Tychicus and Onesimus. They also ponder why some biblical names are used for children and others are not. And how was Ken’s first year as a prof?

Passage: Colossians 4:7-9

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12887409 Mon, 22 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6693 3 73 full false Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech Prayer, Wisdom, and Speech Paul encourages the Colossians to be ready at all times in prayer. And He invites them to pray so that the message of Jesus will be shared by him in a way that will be clearly understood and received. He also spurs them on to live lives that cause others to want to know more about Jesus. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss devotions that border on obsession, salty speech, and how we’re able to pray at all times. Also, what’s one of the most stolen items of all time, and does anyone know what an Ebenezer is?

Passage: Colossians 4:2-6

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]]> Paul encourages the Colossians to be ready at all times in prayer. And He invites them to pray so that the message of Jesus will be shared by him in a way that will be clearly understood and received. He also spurs them on to live lives that cause others to want to know more about Jesus. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss devotions that border on obsession, salty speech, and how we’re able to pray at all times. Also, what’s one of the most stolen items of all time, and does anyone know what an Ebenezer is?

Passage: Colossians 4:2-6

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12830281 Mon, 15 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6514 3 72 full false Guidance for the Workplace Guidance for the Workplace What can we learn from a passage in a letter addressing slaves and masters? We don’t have those conditions today. Well, actually a lot. We must contextualize Paul’s writing and then bring it forward to the present. When we do, we see there’s much that can be applied to our work environments. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss work relationships and how people changed by Jesus can change society. Also, the Holy Land Experience is back in the Did You Know segment. What could have landed it a second appearance?

Passage: Colossians 3:22-4:1

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]]> What can we learn from a passage in a letter addressing slaves and masters? We don’t have those conditions today. Well, actually a lot. We must contextualize Paul’s writing and then bring it forward to the present. When we do, we see there’s much that can be applied to our work environments. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss work relationships and how people changed by Jesus can change society. Also, the Holy Land Experience is back in the Did You Know segment. What could have landed it a second appearance?

Passage: Colossians 3:22-4:1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12779324 Mon, 08 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700 5895 3 71 full false Guidance for Families Guidance for Families Four sentences, four verses, no problem, right? Not so fast. These verses are not as easy as they look. And one of them has been hotly contested in many church circles time and time again. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the roles of husbands, wives, parents, fathers, and children. Also, there’s a big reveal, and lots of talk about Star Wars. What does any of that have to do with family relationships? You’ll just have to listen to find out. 

Passage: Colossians 3:18-21

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]]> Four sentences, four verses, no problem, right? Not so fast. These verses are not as easy as they look. And one of them has been hotly contested in many church circles time and time again. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the roles of husbands, wives, parents, fathers, and children. Also, there’s a big reveal, and lots of talk about Star Wars. What does any of that have to do with family relationships? You’ll just have to listen to find out. 

Passage: Colossians 3:18-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12738704 Mon, 01 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6608 3 70 full false Whatever You Do Whatever You Do In these three verses, Paul will mention three different elements that are of Christ. The peace of Christ, the message of Christ, and the name of Christ. These elements help define what Christian relationships within the Church should look like. Paul also says that singing psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit are actually forms of teaching, warning, and offer wisdom. What does he mean exactly? Join Ken and Mike as they talk about how whatever we do comes from our relationship with Jesus. They also veer into times they lost their cool, dynamic duos, and pondering why worship leaders stay away from writing worship songs from certain passages in scripture.

Passage: Colossians 3:15-17

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]]> In these three verses, Paul will mention three different elements that are of Christ. The peace of Christ, the message of Christ, and the name of Christ. These elements help define what Christian relationships within the Church should look like. Paul also says that singing psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit are actually forms of teaching, warning, and offer wisdom. What does he mean exactly? Join Ken and Mike as they talk about how whatever we do comes from our relationship with Jesus. They also veer into times they lost their cool, dynamic duos, and pondering why worship leaders stay away from writing worship songs from certain passages in scripture.

Passage: Colossians 3:15-17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12687006 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0700 5349 3 69 full false Living as God’s Chosen People Living as God’s Chosen People Paul moves from listing vices to now listing virtues. His plea to live these positive virtues will be difficult without a distinction between the old and new life. These positive admonitions are not to be lived out by the old life or from the flesh, those are put away. Join Mike and Ken as they work their way through this passage, which deals with topics, like does God pick some and not pick others; what is forgiveness and reconciliation; and what does it mean to be holy and dearly loved. Also, if biblical measurements of length confuse you, you’re not the only one. The guys tackle them in this week’s question from a listener.

Passage: Colossians 3:12-14

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]]> Paul moves from listing vices to now listing virtues. His plea to live these positive virtues will be difficult without a distinction between the old and new life. These positive admonitions are not to be lived out by the old life or from the flesh, those are put away. Join Mike and Ken as they work their way through this passage, which deals with topics, like does God pick some and not pick others; what is forgiveness and reconciliation; and what does it mean to be holy and dearly loved. Also, if biblical measurements of length confuse you, you’re not the only one. The guys tackle them in this week’s question from a listener.

Passage: Colossians 3:12-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12656051 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6492 3 68 full false Off with the Old, On with the New Off with the Old, On with the New Barbarians, Scythians, and a wardrobe change. Oh, my! Paul begins a transition from a list of vices to virtues. In this transitional section, he encourages the Colossians to take off the vices because they hide the image of God in them, and to put on the virtues which make that image visible to those around them. This encouragement has just as much power and meaning for us today. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss old selves, new selves, religious and cultural distinctions, wardrobe changes, true unity in Christ, field day, and buffets.

Passage: Colossians 3:9-11

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]]> Barbarians, Scythians, and a wardrobe change. Oh, my! Paul begins a transition from a list of vices to virtues. In this transitional section, he encourages the Colossians to take off the vices because they hide the image of God in them, and to put on the virtues which make that image visible to those around them. This encouragement has just as much power and meaning for us today. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss old selves, new selves, religious and cultural distinctions, wardrobe changes, true unity in Christ, field day, and buffets.

Passage: Colossians 3:9-11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12602166 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0700 5704 3 67 full false Time to Clean House Time to Clean House How do you deal with lists of things you shouldn’t do? Paul in this passage gives two lists of things that those who’ve given themselves to Jesus shouldn’t do. How we tackle these lists will tell us a lot about what we believe our identity to be. If Paul is encouraging us to clean house in our personal lives, how does he suggest we go about it? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss Paul’s transition to practical actions that are important for those who’ve been changed by Jesus. Also, this episode drops the week before Easter, so what will be the Did You Know? And the guys tackle another challenging Easter Question from a Listener.

Passage: Colossians 3:5-8

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]]> How do you deal with lists of things you shouldn’t do? Paul in this passage gives two lists of things that those who’ve given themselves to Jesus shouldn’t do. How we tackle these lists will tell us a lot about what we believe our identity to be. If Paul is encouraging us to clean house in our personal lives, how does he suggest we go about it? Join Mike and Ken as they discuss Paul’s transition to practical actions that are important for those who’ve been changed by Jesus. Also, this episode drops the week before Easter, so what will be the Did You Know? And the guys tackle another challenging Easter Question from a Listener.

Passage: Colossians 3:5-8

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12550905 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6316 3 66 full false Because You’ve Been Raised with Jesus Because You’ve Been Raised with Jesus In this portion of His letter, Paul reminds the Colossians of what they once were, but no longer are. Then tells them what they now are and finishes by sharing with them what they will be. And all of this depends on their union with Jesus. From this, we learn that Christians have a new dimension to their life. This dimension isn’t some secret skill or knowledge, but is actually a person, Jesus. Paul is very clear that Jesus isn’t just a part of someone’s life, but is their life. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss where our minds and hearts should be focused and why; what it means to be hidden with Jesus; and for us to appear with Him in glory. Also, hear the guys help a listener who would like to know where to find their video podcast.

Passage: Colossians 3:1-4

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]]> In this portion of His letter, Paul reminds the Colossians of what they once were, but no longer are. Then tells them what they now are and finishes by sharing with them what they will be. And all of this depends on their union with Jesus. From this, we learn that Christians have a new dimension to their life. This dimension isn’t some secret skill or knowledge, but is actually a person, Jesus. Paul is very clear that Jesus isn’t just a part of someone’s life, but is their life. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss where our minds and hearts should be focused and why; what it means to be hidden with Jesus; and for us to appear with Him in glory. Also, hear the guys help a listener who would like to know where to find their video podcast.

Passage: Colossians 3:1-4

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12505505 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6253 3 65 full false Because You Died with Jesus Because You Died with Jesus Don’t listen to this episode. Gotcha! We see things like don’t do this or don’t do that, and we’re immediately drawn in. Are they trying to keep me from having fun? Is it really that dangerous? In this portion of Paul’s letter, he encourages the Colossians to not be drawn back in by the don’ts, the rules, and the commands that seem wise, but really lack any value in helping them live a better life. Actually, he’s concerned that in living a life under these systems will cause the Colossians to lose the experience of their connection to Jesus. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss religion, legalism, our death with Jesus, the temptation of the don’ts, and an enormous Bible.

Passage: Colossians 2:20-23

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]]> Don’t listen to this episode. Gotcha! We see things like don’t do this or don’t do that, and we’re immediately drawn in. Are they trying to keep me from having fun? Is it really that dangerous? In this portion of Paul’s letter, he encourages the Colossians to not be drawn back in by the don’ts, the rules, and the commands that seem wise, but really lack any value in helping them live a better life. Actually, he’s concerned that in living a life under these systems will cause the Colossians to lose the experience of their connection to Jesus. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss religion, legalism, our death with Jesus, the temptation of the don’ts, and an enormous Bible.

Passage: Colossians 2:20-23

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12454285 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6008 3 64 full false Don’t Let Anyone Judge You Don’t Let Anyone Judge You The guys are back in the saddle, and ready to keep trekking through the letter to the Colossians. Paul’s been talking about all that Christians have because of their union with Jesus, and now he gives some practical action that should flow from this understanding. Paul also gets a little sarcastic and snarky, talking about the people who delight in judging, false humility, worship of angels, and disqualifying people who don’t do things as they prescribe. He reminds us that we grow because of our connection to Jesus and being in His body, the Church. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss these four verses and why it’s so important for imitations to not distract us when we can have the real thing, Jesus. Uh oh, it’s also the week of Saint Patrick’s Day, so who knows where things will end up?

Passage: Colossians 2:16-19

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]]> The guys are back in the saddle, and ready to keep trekking through the letter to the Colossians. Paul’s been talking about all that Christians have because of their union with Jesus, and now he gives some practical action that should flow from this understanding. Paul also gets a little sarcastic and snarky, talking about the people who delight in judging, false humility, worship of angels, and disqualifying people who don’t do things as they prescribe. He reminds us that we grow because of our connection to Jesus and being in His body, the Church. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss these four verses and why it’s so important for imitations to not distract us when we can have the real thing, Jesus. Uh oh, it’s also the week of Saint Patrick’s Day, so who knows where things will end up?

Passage: Colossians 2:16-19

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12397122 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0700 6713 3 63 full false Best of Listener Questions Vol. 1 Best of Listener Questions Vol. 1 The guys have been cranking through Colossians, and thought it would be a good week to take a pause. What better way to pause, then by reliving some of the past Listener Questions? Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 12 - March 21, 2022 - Finding Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 16 - April 18, 2022 - Feeding on Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 24 - June 13, 2022 - The Sheep Know His Voice
Season 1 - Episode 34 - August 22, 2022 - Bearing Fruit That Will Last
Season 1 - Episode 36 - September 5, 2002 - Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit

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]]> The guys have been cranking through Colossians, and thought it would be a good week to take a pause. What better way to pause, then by reliving some of the past Listener Questions? Join Ken and Mike, as they answer for us again questions from these 5 episodes:

Season 1 - Episode 12 - March 21, 2022 - Finding Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 16 - April 18, 2022 - Feeding on Jesus
Season 1 - Episode 24 - June 13, 2022 - The Sheep Know His Voice
Season 1 - Episode 34 - August 22, 2022 - Bearing Fruit That Will Last
Season 1 - Episode 36 - September 5, 2002 - Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12350092 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0800 2406 3 62 full false Made Alive In Jesus Made Alive In Jesus Following the statements that all fullness was in Jesus, and that those in Christ also have been brought to fullness, Paul now lays out how that is possible. It’s through the spiritual change that comes from union with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection. Paul also shares just how forgiven and secure Christians are because of what Jesus has done. Join Mike and Ken as they seek to clarify the illustrations used, and why these verses are meaningful for us today. Along the way, you might learn something new about Mike, and discover why Ken might be on the verge of inventing flubber.

Passage: Colossians 2:11-15

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]]> Following the statements that all fullness was in Jesus, and that those in Christ also have been brought to fullness, Paul now lays out how that is possible. It’s through the spiritual change that comes from union with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection. Paul also shares just how forgiven and secure Christians are because of what Jesus has done. Join Mike and Ken as they seek to clarify the illustrations used, and why these verses are meaningful for us today. Along the way, you might learn something new about Mike, and discover why Ken might be on the verge of inventing flubber.

Passage: Colossians 2:11-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12309317 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6444 3 61 full false Spiritual Fullness in Jesus Spiritual Fullness in Jesus Paul warns the Colossians about hollow and deceptive philosophy, but instead of describing what to look out for, he says their best defense is to understand the fullness that exists in Jesus and in them. The words surely encouraged the Colossians and empowered them to live confidently. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss how these powerful and encouraging words are words we need to hear today. They may also stumble in to conversation about Chocolate Easter Bunnies, Valentines, and Adam Ant.

Passage: Colossians 2:8-10

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]]> Paul warns the Colossians about hollow and deceptive philosophy, but instead of describing what to look out for, he says their best defense is to understand the fullness that exists in Jesus and in them. The words surely encouraged the Colossians and empowered them to live confidently. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss how these powerful and encouraging words are words we need to hear today. They may also stumble in to conversation about Chocolate Easter Bunnies, Valentines, and Adam Ant.

Passage: Colossians 2:8-10

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12262350 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6801 3 60 full false Paul's Concern for the Colossians Paul's Concern for the Colossians Paul loves the Colossians, and even 1,000 miles between them wasn’t going to keep him from ministering to them. With a true shepherd’s heart, he wants to make sure they know who they are, so that they won’t be deceived by smooth talkers who wish to lead them away from Jesus. With praise for their disciplined and firm faith in Jesus, Paul layouts one of the shortest and clearest descriptions of what it means to become a Christian and to live as one. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the start of Colossians 2, Infomercials, Star Trek, and Valentine’s Day.

Passage: Colossians 2:1-7

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]]> Paul loves the Colossians, and even 1,000 miles between them wasn’t going to keep him from ministering to them. With a true shepherd’s heart, he wants to make sure they know who they are, so that they won’t be deceived by smooth talkers who wish to lead them away from Jesus. With praise for their disciplined and firm faith in Jesus, Paul layouts one of the shortest and clearest descriptions of what it means to become a Christian and to live as one. Join Mike and Ken as they discuss the start of Colossians 2, Infomercials, Star Trek, and Valentine’s Day.

Passage: Colossians 2:1-7

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12214975 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6340 3 59 full false Paul’s Suffering and Ministry Paul’s Suffering and Ministry Paul shares that he rejoices in the suffering he has endured for the sake of sharing the word of God in its fullness with the church. The message he shares was a mystery, hidden for ages, but now he’s freely sharing it with God’s people, and this includes not just the Jews but also the Gentiles. How does he do all of this? In his words, strenuously, but not by his might but by the energy of Jesus working inside him. Mike and Ken discuss how what Paul talks about in these verses shows how Jesus changes people and that we’re never alone if we’ve given ourselves to Jesus. 

Passage: Colossians 1:24-29

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]]> Paul shares that he rejoices in the suffering he has endured for the sake of sharing the word of God in its fullness with the church. The message he shares was a mystery, hidden for ages, but now he’s freely sharing it with God’s people, and this includes not just the Jews but also the Gentiles. How does he do all of this? In his words, strenuously, but not by his might but by the energy of Jesus working inside him. Mike and Ken discuss how what Paul talks about in these verses shows how Jesus changes people and that we’re never alone if we’ve given ourselves to Jesus. 

Passage: Colossians 1:24-29

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12189385 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6160 3 58 full false The Supremacy of Jesus in Redemption The Supremacy of Jesus in Redemption Following his explanation that Jesus has supremacy over all creation, Paul next lets the Colossians know Jesus is superior to all others when it comes to re-creation, the redemption of humankind. In this, Jesus is rightfully the head of the church, the firstborn from among the dead, has reconciled all things to himself, having the fullness of God dwelling in Him, so that in everything He might be superior. If the Colossians have given themselves to Jesus, they have nothing to fear. Join Ken and Mike as they break down these verses, with the hope of helping us find the same confidence in Jesus as the Colossians.

Passage: Colossians 1:18-23

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]]> Following his explanation that Jesus has supremacy over all creation, Paul next lets the Colossians know Jesus is superior to all others when it comes to re-creation, the redemption of humankind. In this, Jesus is rightfully the head of the church, the firstborn from among the dead, has reconciled all things to himself, having the fullness of God dwelling in Him, so that in everything He might be superior. If the Colossians have given themselves to Jesus, they have nothing to fear. Join Ken and Mike as they break down these verses, with the hope of helping us find the same confidence in Jesus as the Colossians.

Passage: Colossians 1:18-23

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12137498 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800 5865 3 57 full false The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation The Supremacy of Jesus in Creation In just 3 verses, Paul lets us know Jesus is the image of God, the firstborn of creation, that in, through, and for Him all things were created, that He is before all things, and that He holds all things together. In saying this, Paul’s thrown down the gauntlet, stating without reservation that Jesus is superior to all others! This is something the Colossians needed to hear, and it’s something we need to hear as well. Ken and Mike discuss the preeminence of Jesus, particularly in relation to creation, and how knowing this has influence in how we live our lives today. 

Passage: Colossians 1:15-17

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]]> In just 3 verses, Paul lets us know Jesus is the image of God, the firstborn of creation, that in, through, and for Him all things were created, that He is before all things, and that He holds all things together. In saying this, Paul’s thrown down the gauntlet, stating without reservation that Jesus is superior to all others! This is something the Colossians needed to hear, and it’s something we need to hear as well. Ken and Mike discuss the preeminence of Jesus, particularly in relation to creation, and how knowing this has influence in how we live our lives today. 

Passage: Colossians 1:15-17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12088477 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6517 3 56 full false Thanksgiving and Prayer Thanksgiving and Prayer In verse 3, Paul moves to his opening prayer and thanksgiving for the Colossians. In this prayer, he’s thankful for their progress and shares his hopes for them. His prayer lays the groundwork for what’s coming in his letter, the themes, and it sets the tone. Faith, hope, love, the full gospel message, and the fruit of the Spirit are just a few things Paul touches on. Most importantly, he describes that God is the initiator of change and how that change forms us in to who He desires us to be. Join Ken and Mike as they talk about all these topics and how they fit into our lives today.

Passage: Colossians 1:3-14

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]]> In verse 3, Paul moves to his opening prayer and thanksgiving for the Colossians. In this prayer, he’s thankful for their progress and shares his hopes for them. His prayer lays the groundwork for what’s coming in his letter, the themes, and it sets the tone. Faith, hope, love, the full gospel message, and the fruit of the Spirit are just a few things Paul touches on. Most importantly, he describes that God is the initiator of change and how that change forms us in to who He desires us to be. Join Ken and Mike as they talk about all these topics and how they fit into our lives today.

Passage: Colossians 1:3-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-12049626 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6776 3 55 full false Greetings and Salutations Greetings and Salutations Many letters start with pleasantries and hellos, but not much substance. That’s not the case with Paul’s letter to the Colossians. In the opening sentence, which is in verses 1 and 2, Paul talks about Christian identity, his apostleship, and Timothy, his companion in ministry. But wait there’s more, which sounds like a late night commercial. He makes sure these non-Jewish believers understand they are included in God’s family. He also encourages them in their faithfulness and reminds them that grace and peace come from God the Father. Although these words were written to the Colossians, they could also be written to all of us. What Paul shares is truth that is available to everyone because God made it freely available through Jesus. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss how we can find ourselves in this jam-packed sentence.

Passage: Colossians 1:1-2

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]]> Many letters start with pleasantries and hellos, but not much substance. That’s not the case with Paul’s letter to the Colossians. In the opening sentence, which is in verses 1 and 2, Paul talks about Christian identity, his apostleship, and Timothy, his companion in ministry. But wait there’s more, which sounds like a late night commercial. He makes sure these non-Jewish believers understand they are included in God’s family. He also encourages them in their faithfulness and reminds them that grace and peace come from God the Father. Although these words were written to the Colossians, they could also be written to all of us. What Paul shares is truth that is available to everyone because God made it freely available through Jesus. Join Ken and Mike as they discuss how we can find ourselves in this jam-packed sentence.

Passage: Colossians 1:1-2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11982475 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6963 3 54 full false Intro To Colossians Intro To Colossians New year, new season. Season 3 will focus on the letter written to the Colossians by the Apostle Paul. Ken and Mike give an introduction to this letter by sharing some history about Paul the author, discussing the Colossian church and the culture of their day. The guys also lay out some of the themes from Colossians that they’ll touch on in the coming season. You’ll be surprised at the parallels between then and now and quickly see why there is so much to be gained from spending the next few months immersed in this short but powerful letter.

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]]> New year, new season. Season 3 will focus on the letter written to the Colossians by the Apostle Paul. Ken and Mike give an introduction to this letter by sharing some history about Paul the author, discussing the Colossian church and the culture of their day. The guys also lay out some of the themes from Colossians that they’ll touch on in the coming season. You’ll be surprised at the parallels between then and now and quickly see why there is so much to be gained from spending the next few months immersed in this short but powerful letter.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11912696 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800 6679 3 53 full false Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year Wrapping Up Last Year, Kicking Off The New Year Ken and Mike wrap up their second season and the first year of Jesus Changes People. They reflect on the previous year and look forward to what might lie ahead in the next. During the main sections, they discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also included is the long anticipated announcement of the vote results for Seasons 3’s book of the Bible. So grab Christmas leftovers and pop on this not to miss episode.

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]]> Ken and Mike wrap up their second season and the first year of Jesus Changes People. They reflect on the previous year and look forward to what might lie ahead in the next. During the main sections, they discuss why it’s important to reflect on past events, the trouble with New Year’s resolutions, and offer some practices to help get the year started off on the right foot. Also included is the long anticipated announcement of the vote results for Seasons 3’s book of the Bible. So grab Christmas leftovers and pop on this not to miss episode.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11905625 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0800 6006 2 52 full false Christmas with Luke Christmas with Luke Luke begins his biography of Jesus, explaining why he’s undertaken the writing of his account. He desires to put down an orderly record so that people won’t be fuzzy about something so important as the life of Jesus. If we’d heard the story of Jesus’ read from scripture, it’s most likely been read from the book of Luke, so it is quite familiar to us. However, the stories of Mary and John the Baptist’s parents aren’t talked about as much as many other elements of the Christmas story. From them, we learn the difference between believing in God and not believing God. It’s a subtle difference, but we struggle with these two matters of belief on a daily basis in our own lives. Luke’s account helps us learn how we’re able to grow in our belief in God and believing what God says.

Passage: Luke 1

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]]> Luke begins his biography of Jesus, explaining why he’s undertaken the writing of his account. He desires to put down an orderly record so that people won’t be fuzzy about something so important as the life of Jesus. If we’d heard the story of Jesus’ read from scripture, it’s most likely been read from the book of Luke, so it is quite familiar to us. However, the stories of Mary and John the Baptist’s parents aren’t talked about as much as many other elements of the Christmas story. From them, we learn the difference between believing in God and not believing God. It’s a subtle difference, but we struggle with these two matters of belief on a daily basis in our own lives. Luke’s account helps us learn how we’re able to grow in our belief in God and believing what God says.

Passage: Luke 1

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11880330 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0800 5673 2 51 full false Christmas with Mark Christmas with Mark Mark, much like John, begins his biography with Jesus as an adult. His account moves rapidly through a prophecy from Isaiah, John the Baptist preaching in the wilderness, Jesus’ baptism by John, God the Father speaking from heaven to Jesus, and Jesus heading into the wilderness for forty days, which included being tempted by Satan. Mark covers all of this in just 15 verses. Although it’s not the traditional Christmas story we’re used to, it’s still clear that Jesus’ entrance into the world is seen as an invasion by the forces that are ruling it. We also see that through Jesus, God is answering the prayer for mercy and help from Isaiah 64, where the author asks God to rend the heavens and come down. Mark’s account helps us see the powerful changes that can happen in our lives because of Jesus’ coming.

Passage: Mark 1:1-15

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]]> Mark, much like John, begins his biography with Jesus as an adult. His account moves rapidly through a prophecy from Isaiah, John the Baptist preaching in the wilderness, Jesus’ baptism by John, God the Father speaking from heaven to Jesus, and Jesus heading into the wilderness for forty days, which included being tempted by Satan. Mark covers all of this in just 15 verses. Although it’s not the traditional Christmas story we’re used to, it’s still clear that Jesus’ entrance into the world is seen as an invasion by the forces that are ruling it. We also see that through Jesus, God is answering the prayer for mercy and help from Isaiah 64, where the author asks God to rend the heavens and come down. Mark’s account helps us see the powerful changes that can happen in our lives because of Jesus’ coming.

Passage: Mark 1:1-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11848443 Mon, 12 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0800 5899 2 50 full false Christmas with Matthew Christmas with Matthew Matthew begins his biography of Jesus with a genealogy. Although a genealogy seems like something we should skip, it’s surprising who we find listed in Jesus’ family tree. It’s also amazing that Matthew didn’t hesitate to include some of these individuals. From those he includes, we’re provided a great reminder that no one is beyond the grace of God. Matthew, unlike John, further shares the details concerning Jesus’ birth. However, he also includes that Jesus’ birth causes Herod to have every boy two years old and under killed in Bethlehem. This and many other details in Matthew’s account help us see that Jesus’ birth involved real people with very real hardships.

Passage: Matthew 1-2

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]]> Matthew begins his biography of Jesus with a genealogy. Although a genealogy seems like something we should skip, it’s surprising who we find listed in Jesus’ family tree. It’s also amazing that Matthew didn’t hesitate to include some of these individuals. From those he includes, we’re provided a great reminder that no one is beyond the grace of God. Matthew, unlike John, further shares the details concerning Jesus’ birth. However, he also includes that Jesus’ birth causes Herod to have every boy two years old and under killed in Bethlehem. This and many other details in Matthew’s account help us see that Jesus’ birth involved real people with very real hardships.

Passage: Matthew 1-2

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11807546 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0800 5082 2 49 full false Christmas with John Christmas with John John begins his biography of Jesus as an adult and with what seems to be a philosophical introduction–but one that is packed with rich theology. Contrary to what we might think, the Christmas story did not begin in Bethlehem or even when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. The Christmas story–God coming from heaven to earth–has existed in the heart of God since the very beginning. That’s what John wants His readers to know. The Christmas story is part of a larger story–the overarching story of God’s redemptive plan. To truly understand the importance of Christmas, we must place it within this larger story.

Passage: John 1:1-14

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]]> John begins his biography of Jesus as an adult and with what seems to be a philosophical introduction–but one that is packed with rich theology. Contrary to what we might think, the Christmas story did not begin in Bethlehem or even when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. The Christmas story–God coming from heaven to earth–has existed in the heart of God since the very beginning. That’s what John wants His readers to know. The Christmas story is part of a larger story–the overarching story of God’s redemptive plan. To truly understand the importance of Christmas, we must place it within this larger story.

Passage: John 1:1-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11716380 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800 5117 2 48 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21 Putting It Into Practice | John 1-21 We’ve learned a lot about Jesus as we’ve journeyed through the book of John during Season 1, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. In this season wrap-up episode, Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve learned about and from Jesus. The major themes from John chapters 1-21 they discuss are dependence, witness, and the statements of come and see, come and drink, and come and dine. The discussion is focused on summarizing major themes from John with practical and tangible ways for someone to start implementing these themes into their life today.

Passage: John 1-21

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]]> We’ve learned a lot about Jesus as we’ve journeyed through the book of John during Season 1, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. In this season wrap-up episode, Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve learned about and from Jesus. The major themes from John chapters 1-21 they discuss are dependence, witness, and the statements of come and see, come and drink, and come and dine. The discussion is focused on summarizing major themes from John with practical and tangible ways for someone to start implementing these themes into their life today.

Passage: John 1-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11691204 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800 5245 1 47 full false Restoring Peter Restoring Peter The last story that John records sets the stage for what will happen in the Book of Acts. After breakfast, Jesus calls Peter aside and asks him the same question three times – “Do you love me?” Some commentators believe the three questions are Jesus’ way of referring back to Peter’s three denials. After each question, Jesus commands Peter to care for his sheep. Although the series of questions hurt Peter’s feelings, it is through these questions that Peter is restored to leadership. After investing three years in teaching and training Peter, Jesus wasn’t about to give up on him. Although he may ask you and I difficult questions, too, we can trust that it’s always because he loves us.

Passage: John 21:15-25

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]]> The last story that John records sets the stage for what will happen in the Book of Acts. After breakfast, Jesus calls Peter aside and asks him the same question three times – “Do you love me?” Some commentators believe the three questions are Jesus’ way of referring back to Peter’s three denials. After each question, Jesus commands Peter to care for his sheep. Although the series of questions hurt Peter’s feelings, it is through these questions that Peter is restored to leadership. After investing three years in teaching and training Peter, Jesus wasn’t about to give up on him. Although he may ask you and I difficult questions, too, we can trust that it’s always because he loves us.

Passage: John 21:15-25

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11681386 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800 4852 1 46 full false Breakfast With Jesus Breakfast With Jesus John 21 contains a simple but powerful story about trusting in Jesus. Several of the apostles decided to go fishing. This included a few professionals (Peter, James, and John). Although they spent the entire night fishing, they had nothing to show for it. John tells us that Jesus appeared on the shore, “but the disciples did not realize it was Jesus.” Although he appeared to be a stranger, they still followed his advice when he told them to cast their net on the right side of the boat. When they did, they found more fish than they could handle. Today, we might find some of what Jesus taught to be strange. The question is, will we trust that he knows best? This story ends with Jesus using the fish to fix breakfast for his friends.

Passage: John 21:1-14

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]]> John 21 contains a simple but powerful story about trusting in Jesus. Several of the apostles decided to go fishing. This included a few professionals (Peter, James, and John). Although they spent the entire night fishing, they had nothing to show for it. John tells us that Jesus appeared on the shore, “but the disciples did not realize it was Jesus.” Although he appeared to be a stranger, they still followed his advice when he told them to cast their net on the right side of the boat. When they did, they found more fish than they could handle. Today, we might find some of what Jesus taught to be strange. The question is, will we trust that he knows best? This story ends with Jesus using the fish to fix breakfast for his friends.

Passage: John 21:1-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11619594 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800 4401 1 45 full false Life In His Name Life In His Name In verses 30 and 31, John tells us why he wrote this biography of Jesus. The first reason is that we may believe that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of God. This is why his Gospel emphasizes the miracles of Jesus and the “I am” statements of Jesus. Jesus is the most unique person in all of history. The second reason happens as a result of believing in Jesus – that we may have life in his name. While this “life” certainly includes eternal (John 3:16) it is also a reference to our quality of life here and now (John 10:10). In one sense, eternity begins now as we experience the transforming work of the Holy Spirit within us (Galatians 5:22-23) – fulfilling part of the Lord’s prayer (“your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”).

Passage: John 20:30-31

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]]> In verses 30 and 31, John tells us why he wrote this biography of Jesus. The first reason is that we may believe that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of God. This is why his Gospel emphasizes the miracles of Jesus and the “I am” statements of Jesus. Jesus is the most unique person in all of history. The second reason happens as a result of believing in Jesus – that we may have life in his name. While this “life” certainly includes eternal (John 3:16) it is also a reference to our quality of life here and now (John 10:10). In one sense, eternity begins now as we experience the transforming work of the Holy Spirit within us (Galatians 5:22-23) – fulfilling part of the Lord’s prayer (“your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”).

Passage: John 20:30-31

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11575078 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700 4471 1 44 full false As The Father Has Sent Me As The Father Has Sent Me When Jesus makes his first post-resurrection appearance to the disciples, he meets them in a locked room. Why are they hiding? It’s because they are afraid of the Jews. During this encounter, he speaks directly to their fears: “Peace be with you.” He reassures them that it’s really him by showing them his scars. Finally, he gives them the charge that will shape the rest of their lives: “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” He then gives them the Holy Spirit. We have the same mission and the same power. As we learn in the next part of the story, one disciple is missing – Thomas. After seeing Jesus for himself, he responds with “My Lord and my God!” But what Jesus says next applies to modern-day believers: “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”

Passage: John 20:19-29

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]]> When Jesus makes his first post-resurrection appearance to the disciples, he meets them in a locked room. Why are they hiding? It’s because they are afraid of the Jews. During this encounter, he speaks directly to their fears: “Peace be with you.” He reassures them that it’s really him by showing them his scars. Finally, he gives them the charge that will shape the rest of their lives: “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” He then gives them the Holy Spirit. We have the same mission and the same power. As we learn in the next part of the story, one disciple is missing – Thomas. After seeing Jesus for himself, he responds with “My Lord and my God!” But what Jesus says next applies to modern-day believers: “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”

Passage: John 20:19-29

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11538725 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700 4350 1 43 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18 Putting It Into Practice | John 16:1-20:18 We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 16:1-20:18, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be set apart and grow in our faith; to understand what truth is and how to apply it; and how we connect the Jewish faith to our faith today and why it matters. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 16:1-20:18, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be set apart and grow in our faith; to understand what truth is and how to apply it; and how we connect the Jewish faith to our faith today and why it matters. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11474872 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700 4387 1 42 full false Who Are You Looking For Who Are You Looking For Following the death of Jesus, Joseph of Arimathea asks Pilate for permission to take his body. Pilate grants him permission. He is assisted by an interesting figure – Nicodemus. This is the same Nicodemus who comes to Jesus at night (John 3) and who will come to Jesus’ defense (John 7). This reemergence of Nicodemus seems to reflect a growing connection to Jesus. Three days later, Jesus comes back to life! The empty tomb is first discovered by Mary Magdalene, then verified by Peter and John. Although Peter and John return home, Mary Magdalene stays behind. This sets the stage for her encounter with Jesus. She initially thinks he is the gardener. It is only when he says her name that she recognizes him (echoes of John 10:3 … “He calls his own sheep by name”).

Passage: John 19:38-20:18

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]]> Following the death of Jesus, Joseph of Arimathea asks Pilate for permission to take his body. Pilate grants him permission. He is assisted by an interesting figure – Nicodemus. This is the same Nicodemus who comes to Jesus at night (John 3) and who will come to Jesus’ defense (John 7). This reemergence of Nicodemus seems to reflect a growing connection to Jesus. Three days later, Jesus comes back to life! The empty tomb is first discovered by Mary Magdalene, then verified by Peter and John. Although Peter and John return home, Mary Magdalene stays behind. This sets the stage for her encounter with Jesus. She initially thinks he is the gardener. It is only when he says her name that she recognizes him (echoes of John 10:3 … “He calls his own sheep by name”).

Passage: John 19:38-20:18

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11463621 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700 4212 1 41 full false It is Finished It is Finished Jesus will make seven statements from the cross. John’s account of the crucifixion contains three of them. The first statement is to ensure his mother is cared for. The second statement is a recognition of thirst. It is the third statement – “It is finished” – that signals the end of his life. But it’s more than just the end of his life. “It is finished” is his way of saying that the work he came to do had been completed. Speaking of Jesus, Peter writes, “’He himself bore our sins’” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed” (1 Peter 2:24). The death of Jesus was sufficient. According to the Hebrew writer, “Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment, so Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him”. (Hebrews 9:27-29).

Passage: John 19:16-37

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]]> Jesus will make seven statements from the cross. John’s account of the crucifixion contains three of them. The first statement is to ensure his mother is cared for. The second statement is a recognition of thirst. It is the third statement – “It is finished” – that signals the end of his life. But it’s more than just the end of his life. “It is finished” is his way of saying that the work he came to do had been completed. Speaking of Jesus, Peter writes, “’He himself bore our sins’” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed” (1 Peter 2:24). The death of Jesus was sufficient. According to the Hebrew writer, “Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment, so Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him”. (Hebrews 9:27-29).

Passage: John 19:16-37

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11407899 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700 4291 1 40 full false Who Holds The Real Power Who Holds The Real Power Pilate wanted to dismiss Jesus and set him free. At one point, Pilate faces the angry crowd and tells them, “I find no basis for a charge against him.” When the crowd responds that Jesus has claimed to be the Son of God, Pilate becomes even more afraid. He asks Jesus where he’s from, Jesus refuses to answer, prompting Pilate to say, “Don’t you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?” In Pilate’s mind, he was the one in charge, the one with power. Jesus responds with a reminder about where true power comes from – it comes from God. During difficult times, we may believe our circumstances are too powerful to overcome. It’s during these times that we need to remember that God is ultimately in control.

Passage: John 19:1-16

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]]> Pilate wanted to dismiss Jesus and set him free. At one point, Pilate faces the angry crowd and tells them, “I find no basis for a charge against him.” When the crowd responds that Jesus has claimed to be the Son of God, Pilate becomes even more afraid. He asks Jesus where he’s from, Jesus refuses to answer, prompting Pilate to say, “Don’t you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?” In Pilate’s mind, he was the one in charge, the one with power. Jesus responds with a reminder about where true power comes from – it comes from God. During difficult times, we may believe our circumstances are too powerful to overcome. It’s during these times that we need to remember that God is ultimately in control.

Passage: John 19:1-16

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11367836 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3911 1 39 full false Trial and Denial Trial and Denial The death of Jesus was not an accidental part of God’s plan – and it wasn’t simply the result of human activity (Judas, the Jewish leaders, the Roman soldiers). Jesus was aware of what was happening. Other gospels record that he prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done” (Luke 22:42). When questioned by Pilate, Jesus would tell him “the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth.” The early church emphasized the plan of God as well: “This man was handed over to you by God’s deliberate plan and foreknowledge” (Acts 2:23) and “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (2 Corinthians 5:21).

Passage: John 18:1-40

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]]> The death of Jesus was not an accidental part of God’s plan – and it wasn’t simply the result of human activity (Judas, the Jewish leaders, the Roman soldiers). Jesus was aware of what was happening. Other gospels record that he prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done” (Luke 22:42). When questioned by Pilate, Jesus would tell him “the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth.” The early church emphasized the plan of God as well: “This man was handed over to you by God’s deliberate plan and foreknowledge” (Acts 2:23) and “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (2 Corinthians 5:21).

Passage: John 18:1-40

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11286577 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3471 1 38 full false The Prayer of Jesus The Prayer of Jesus John seventeen is the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in scripture. The prayer is divided into three main parts: for himself, for his disciples, and for all eventual believers. Throughout the prayer, Jesus uses his relationship to the Father as the example for how we are to relate to one another. He wants his disciples to be protected and to have “the full measure” of his joy within them. The last part of the prayer addresses why a united church is so important. “May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me” and “that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.”

Passage: John 17:1-26

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]]> John seventeen is the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in scripture. The prayer is divided into three main parts: for himself, for his disciples, and for all eventual believers. Throughout the prayer, Jesus uses his relationship to the Father as the example for how we are to relate to one another. He wants his disciples to be protected and to have “the full measure” of his joy within them. The last part of the prayer addresses why a united church is so important. “May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me” and “that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.”

Passage: John 17:1-26

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11286071 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3711 1 37 full false Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit Life Enabled by the Holy Spirit Jesus is preparing his disciples for his return to heaven. For three years, they have had Jesus beside them. As hard as it is for them to understand, he tells them “it is for your good that I go away.” The reason for this is the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will be their Counselor, Advocate, and Teacher. He will be with the disciples in ways that a physical Jesus could not. The Holy Spirit enables us to approach God in the name of Jesus – “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.”

Passage: John 16:1-33

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]]> Jesus is preparing his disciples for his return to heaven. For three years, they have had Jesus beside them. As hard as it is for them to understand, he tells them “it is for your good that I go away.” The reason for this is the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will be their Counselor, Advocate, and Teacher. He will be with the disciples in ways that a physical Jesus could not. The Holy Spirit enables us to approach God in the name of Jesus – “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.”

Passage: John 16:1-33

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11246523 Mon, 05 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3346 1 36 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17 Putting It Into Practice | John 12:37-15:17 We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 12:37-15:17, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be a servant leader; how we know if a teaching is from the Holy Spirit; and further insight we can gain from Jesus’ metaphor drawn from viticulture. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 12:37-15:17, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what it means to be a servant leader; how we know if a teaching is from the Holy Spirit; and further insight we can gain from Jesus’ metaphor drawn from viticulture. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11214072 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3565 1 35 full false Bearing Fruit That Will Last Bearing Fruit That Will Last The secret to spiritual growth – whether it’s personal or congregational – is actually no secret. Spiritual growth happens as we learn to remain and abide in Jesus. Tactics and strategies are no substitute for a life that is grounded in the ways of Jesus. Jesus promises that we will bear “much fruit” if we remain in him; the opposite, however, is just as drastic – “apart from me you can do nothing.” Jesus connects abiding with obedience – and the result is a more loving life. In fact, our love for each other is one tangible characteristic of a life that is abiding in Jesus.

Passage: John 15:1-17

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]]> The secret to spiritual growth – whether it’s personal or congregational – is actually no secret. Spiritual growth happens as we learn to remain and abide in Jesus. Tactics and strategies are no substitute for a life that is grounded in the ways of Jesus. Jesus promises that we will bear “much fruit” if we remain in him; the opposite, however, is just as drastic – “apart from me you can do nothing.” Jesus connects abiding with obedience – and the result is a more loving life. In fact, our love for each other is one tangible characteristic of a life that is abiding in Jesus.

Passage: John 15:1-17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11119263 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3187 1 34 full false Keeping His Commands Keeping His Commands In terms of following Jesus, obedience isn’t optional. “If you love me, you will obey what I command.” For each of us, the real test is whether we will be obedient even when doing so is difficult or runs against our nature. In asking for our obedience, Jesus isn’t asking for something he is unwilling to do himself: “I love the Father and I do exactly what my Father has commanded me” (v. 31). But the obedience Jesus requires isn’t accomplished through our own willpower, but through the Holy Spirit’s power. Jesus didn’t leave us as orphans – he lives in us through the Holy Spirit. It is the Holy Spirit who teaches us what it means to be obedient. 

Passage: John 14:15-31

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]]> In terms of following Jesus, obedience isn’t optional. “If you love me, you will obey what I command.” For each of us, the real test is whether we will be obedient even when doing so is difficult or runs against our nature. In asking for our obedience, Jesus isn’t asking for something he is unwilling to do himself: “I love the Father and I do exactly what my Father has commanded me” (v. 31). But the obedience Jesus requires isn’t accomplished through our own willpower, but through the Holy Spirit’s power. Jesus didn’t leave us as orphans – he lives in us through the Holy Spirit. It is the Holy Spirit who teaches us what it means to be obedient. 

Passage: John 14:15-31

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11110102 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3042 1 33 full false The Way, Truth, and Life The Way, Truth, and Life John 14 begins with a promise that is often used at Christian funerals – Jesus is preparing a place for us. This promise of heaven confuses one disciple, who asks, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” As humans, we are don’t like to lose our way. Nobody likes to be lost or confused. But how do we find our way? Jesus reminds us that he is the way. If we have seen him, we have seen God. If we have faith in him, we will be enabled to do what he has done (and even greater things). He will provide what we ask for in his name so that God may be glorified. 

Passage: John 14:1-14

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]]> John 14 begins with a promise that is often used at Christian funerals – Jesus is preparing a place for us. This promise of heaven confuses one disciple, who asks, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” As humans, we are don’t like to lose our way. Nobody likes to be lost or confused. But how do we find our way? Jesus reminds us that he is the way. If we have seen him, we have seen God. If we have faith in him, we will be enabled to do what he has done (and even greater things). He will provide what we ask for in his name so that God may be glorified. 

Passage: John 14:1-14

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11071543 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3253 1 32 full false Betrayal and Denial Betrayal and Denial During the same meal, Jesus makes two startling announcements. Judas will betray him and Peter will deny knowing him. In both cases, Jesus has just washed their feet even though he knows what they will do. Although John doesn’t mention it, these pronouncements are made during the time when Jesus was establishing the Lord’s Supper (cf., Matthew 26, Mark 14, and Luke 22). When Jesus consecrated the cup for communion, he said, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). This story highlights how the love of Jesus is able to transcend our own human weaknesses.

Passage: John 13:18-38

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]]> During the same meal, Jesus makes two startling announcements. Judas will betray him and Peter will deny knowing him. In both cases, Jesus has just washed their feet even though he knows what they will do. Although John doesn’t mention it, these pronouncements are made during the time when Jesus was establishing the Lord’s Supper (cf., Matthew 26, Mark 14, and Luke 22). When Jesus consecrated the cup for communion, he said, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). This story highlights how the love of Jesus is able to transcend our own human weaknesses.

Passage: John 13:18-38

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-11013077 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3147 1 31 full false The Servant Example Of Jesus The Servant Example Of Jesus Jesus knows that his appointment with the cross is fast approaching. He uses the occasion of his last Passover meal with the disciples to teach them what love looks like – it looks and acts like a servant. During the meal, Jesus assumes the role normally occupied by the lowest servant in the house. He begins washing the disciples’ feet. This act of humility is met with resistance by Peter. Not to be deterred, Jesus raises the bar by saying, “I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you” (v. 15). Jesus understands that when we love others by serving them, we are blessed in return (v. 17).

Passage: John 13:1-17

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]]> Jesus knows that his appointment with the cross is fast approaching. He uses the occasion of his last Passover meal with the disciples to teach them what love looks like – it looks and acts like a servant. During the meal, Jesus assumes the role normally occupied by the lowest servant in the house. He begins washing the disciples’ feet. This act of humility is met with resistance by Peter. Not to be deterred, Jesus raises the bar by saying, “I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you” (v. 15). Jesus understands that when we love others by serving them, we are blessed in return (v. 17).

Passage: John 13:1-17

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10988268 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3954 1 30 full false Loving Human Praise Loving Human Praise Fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy, this section begins with a startling statement: “Even after Jesus had done all these miraculous signs in their presence, they still would not believe in him.” Many contemporary readers read this and think, “I would have responded differently.” But would we? Or would we succumb to the same temptations they faced: “But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; for they loved praise from men more than praise from God” (v. 43). Peer pressure, regardless of our age, is still one of the strongest forces that influences our own decisions. To follow Jesus is to value his opinion above all others.

Passage: John 12:37-50

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]]> Fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy, this section begins with a startling statement: “Even after Jesus had done all these miraculous signs in their presence, they still would not believe in him.” Many contemporary readers read this and think, “I would have responded differently.” But would we? Or would we succumb to the same temptations they faced: “But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; for they loved praise from men more than praise from God” (v. 43). Peer pressure, regardless of our age, is still one of the strongest forces that influences our own decisions. To follow Jesus is to value his opinion above all others.

Passage: John 12:37-50

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10922052 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2526 1 29 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 8:12-12:36 Putting It Into Practice | John 8:12-12:36 We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 8:12-12:36, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what keeps us from holding on to the teachings of Jesus; how to hear the voice of Jesus; and how we can multiply our impact as followers of Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 8:12-12:36, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes what keeps us from holding on to the teachings of Jesus; how to hear the voice of Jesus; and how we can multiply our impact as followers of Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10884882 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3547 1 28 full false The One God Honors The One God Honors Discipleship is the process of becoming more like Jesus. But what does this involve? According to Jesus, it involves several shifts. First, we must love his life more than we love our own. This is at the heart of the great commandment – to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Secondly, we must be willing to go where Jesus goes. “whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant will also be.” The last shift has do with trust – do we trust that the way of Jesus is really the best way? Jesus says, “Put your trust in the light while you have it, so that you may become sons of light.”

Passage: John 12:20-36

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]]> Discipleship is the process of becoming more like Jesus. But what does this involve? According to Jesus, it involves several shifts. First, we must love his life more than we love our own. This is at the heart of the great commandment – to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Secondly, we must be willing to go where Jesus goes. “whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant will also be.” The last shift has do with trust – do we trust that the way of Jesus is really the best way? Jesus says, “Put your trust in the light while you have it, so that you may become sons of light.”

Passage: John 12:20-36

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10839225 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2544 1 27 full false The Triumphal Entry The Triumphal Entry It’s almost time for the Passover festival in Jerusalem and Jesus decides to stay in Bethany with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. The family decides to host a dinner in honor of Jesus. During the meal, Mary takes expensive perfume and pours it on Jesus’ feet. Unlike his disciples who see this as an extravagant waste of money, Jesus receives it as a humble gift. The next day is known historically as the “Triumphant Entry” of Jesus, the time when he rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. The previous night is a family dinner marked by an act of humility; the entry into Jerusalem is filled with crowds and shouts of “Hosanna!” When it comes to Jesus, both expressions of honor are appropriate.

Passage: John 12:1-19

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]]> It’s almost time for the Passover festival in Jerusalem and Jesus decides to stay in Bethany with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. The family decides to host a dinner in honor of Jesus. During the meal, Mary takes expensive perfume and pours it on Jesus’ feet. Unlike his disciples who see this as an extravagant waste of money, Jesus receives it as a humble gift. The next day is known historically as the “Triumphant Entry” of Jesus, the time when he rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. The previous night is a family dinner marked by an act of humility; the entry into Jerusalem is filled with crowds and shouts of “Hosanna!” When it comes to Jesus, both expressions of honor are appropriate.

Passage: John 12:1-19

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10776015 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2661 1 26 full false Jesus Wept Jesus Wept Jesus receives word from Mary and Martha that their brother, Lazarus, has become ill. In a verse that doesn’t always get noticed, John simply writes, “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus” (v. 5).  Even so, Jesus doesn’t go to their house immediately. By the time he does arrive, Lazarus has died. Both Mary and Martha say the same thing to Jesus: “If you had been here, my brother would not have died.” Upon hearing this, we’re told that Jesus was “deeply moved in spirit and troubled.” This leads to the shortest – and one of the most powerful - verses in the Bible: “Jesus wept.” (v. 35). Even though Jesus knew he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead, he is still moved emotionally by the sisters’ pain. The same is still true today in our own lives.

Passage: John 11:1-44

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]]> Jesus receives word from Mary and Martha that their brother, Lazarus, has become ill. In a verse that doesn’t always get noticed, John simply writes, “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus” (v. 5).  Even so, Jesus doesn’t go to their house immediately. By the time he does arrive, Lazarus has died. Both Mary and Martha say the same thing to Jesus: “If you had been here, my brother would not have died.” Upon hearing this, we’re told that Jesus was “deeply moved in spirit and troubled.” This leads to the shortest – and one of the most powerful - verses in the Bible: “Jesus wept.” (v. 35). Even though Jesus knew he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead, he is still moved emotionally by the sisters’ pain. The same is still true today in our own lives.

Passage: John 11:1-44

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10726481 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2338 1 25 full false The Sheep Know His Voice The Sheep Know His Voice The Pharisees weren’t able to recognize the activity of God because they were more concerned with maintaining their traditions. This encounter with the Pharisees leads Jesus to teach about what it means to have a relationship with God. Using a shepherd and his sheep as an analogy, Jesus uses several key phrases to describe the nature of this relationship. “The sheep listen to his voice.” “He calls his own sheep by name.” “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me – just as the Father knows me and I know the Father.” “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” We mature in Christ as we learn to recognize and follow the voice of Jesus.

Passage: John 10:1-42

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]]> The Pharisees weren’t able to recognize the activity of God because they were more concerned with maintaining their traditions. This encounter with the Pharisees leads Jesus to teach about what it means to have a relationship with God. Using a shepherd and his sheep as an analogy, Jesus uses several key phrases to describe the nature of this relationship. “The sheep listen to his voice.” “He calls his own sheep by name.” “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me – just as the Father knows me and I know the Father.” “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” We mature in Christ as we learn to recognize and follow the voice of Jesus.

Passage: John 10:1-42

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10686819 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2638 1 24 full false If This Man Were Not From God If This Man Were Not From God This story highlights two interrelated ways of thinking that create conflict and harm. The first attitude is our need to assign blame. When Jesus and his disciples encounter a blind man, the disciples immediately ask: “Who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” In their mind, someone had to be at fault. Jesus responds by saying no one is at fault and heals the man. This leads us to the second kind of thinking that causes conflict and harm. When the Pharisees find out that Jesus had healed the man on the Sabbath, they are upset and proceed to interrogate the man. Why? Because they were more concerned that Jesus had broken tradition than they were about the man who needed healing. As we see in the story, Jesus puts people first.

Passage: John 9:1-41

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]]> This story highlights two interrelated ways of thinking that create conflict and harm. The first attitude is our need to assign blame. When Jesus and his disciples encounter a blind man, the disciples immediately ask: “Who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” In their mind, someone had to be at fault. Jesus responds by saying no one is at fault and heals the man. This leads us to the second kind of thinking that causes conflict and harm. When the Pharisees find out that Jesus had healed the man on the Sabbath, they are upset and proceed to interrogate the man. Why? Because they were more concerned that Jesus had broken tradition than they were about the man who needed healing. As we see in the story, Jesus puts people first.

Passage: John 9:1-41

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10648059 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2327 1 23 full false The Truth Will Set You Free The Truth Will Set You Free This section of John deals with the nature of truth and how Jesus is the embodiment of truth. Several times Jesus will say, “I tell you the truth.” John introduced us to Jesus in chapter one as “full of grace and truth” (1:14). According to Jesus, his claims are valid because God himself has testified to them. This causes the Jewish crowd to ask, “Where is your father?” Jesus responds by saying, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world.” He goes on to say that Abraham’s children ought to do the things Abraham did. Instead, they are acting like their true father (the Devil) who is a “liar and the father of lies.” Jesus, however, is the truth – and the truth will set us free.

Passage: John 8:12-59

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]]> This section of John deals with the nature of truth and how Jesus is the embodiment of truth. Several times Jesus will say, “I tell you the truth.” John introduced us to Jesus in chapter one as “full of grace and truth” (1:14). According to Jesus, his claims are valid because God himself has testified to them. This causes the Jewish crowd to ask, “Where is your father?” Jesus responds by saying, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world.” He goes on to say that Abraham’s children ought to do the things Abraham did. Instead, they are acting like their true father (the Devil) who is a “liar and the father of lies.” Jesus, however, is the truth – and the truth will set us free.

Passage: John 8:12-59

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10608202 Mon, 30 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2792 1 22 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11 Putting It Into Practice | John 6:16-8:11 We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 6:16-8:11, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how communion and preaching help encounter the words of eternal life; the external implications of a relationship with Jesus; and what does it mean that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 6:16-8:11, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how communion and preaching help encounter the words of eternal life; the external implications of a relationship with Jesus; and what does it mean that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10566359 Mon, 23 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3176 1 21 full false Casting The First Stone Casting The First Stone While there is some debate among translations whether this section of Scripture is original or not, it certainly fits with how Jesus treated people. The religious leaders have found a lady who committed adultery. Under Jewish law, the punishment for adultery was death. But it’s obvious from the story that these religious leaders are more interested in tripping up Jesus than they are about honoring the law. In fact, they are willing to embarrass and humiliate another person in order to accomplish their goal. In a grand illustration of his wisdom, Jesus offers those who have never sinned the opportunity to cast the first stone. Interestingly, it’s the older ones who walk away first. Jesus reassures the lady he is not there to condemn her and encourages her to make better choices in the future.

Passage: John 8:1-11

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]]> While there is some debate among translations whether this section of Scripture is original or not, it certainly fits with how Jesus treated people. The religious leaders have found a lady who committed adultery. Under Jewish law, the punishment for adultery was death. But it’s obvious from the story that these religious leaders are more interested in tripping up Jesus than they are about honoring the law. In fact, they are willing to embarrass and humiliate another person in order to accomplish their goal. In a grand illustration of his wisdom, Jesus offers those who have never sinned the opportunity to cast the first stone. Interestingly, it’s the older ones who walk away first. Jesus reassures the lady he is not there to condemn her and encourages her to make better choices in the future.

Passage: John 8:1-11

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10558897 Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2693 1 20 full false Living Water Living Water The religious leaders don’t like having their hypocrisy pointed out and try to seize Jesus. John’s explanation as to why they are unable to do so is theological: his hour had not yet come. In other words, it wasn’t time for Jesus to die. As the festival is drawing to a close, Jesus offers the thirsty a drink. But what is he talking about? It’s obviously not physical thirst, but an internal, spiritual dryness that only he can satisfy. Many people today are thirsty but haven’t found what will satisfy their thirst. As Jesus explains, those who receive the Holy Spirit as a result of believing in him will have access to living water.

Passage: John 7:25-52

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]]> The religious leaders don’t like having their hypocrisy pointed out and try to seize Jesus. John’s explanation as to why they are unable to do so is theological: his hour had not yet come. In other words, it wasn’t time for Jesus to die. As the festival is drawing to a close, Jesus offers the thirsty a drink. But what is he talking about? It’s obviously not physical thirst, but an internal, spiritual dryness that only he can satisfy. Many people today are thirsty but haven’t found what will satisfy their thirst. As Jesus explains, those who receive the Holy Spirit as a result of believing in him will have access to living water.

Passage: John 7:25-52

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10481215 Mon, 09 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2014 1 19 full false Stop Judging By Appearances Stop Judging By Appearances Jesus is facing the hostility of the religious leaders and the unbelief of his brothers. The Jewish leaders were no longer simply annoyed by Jesus; they were actively looking for a way to kill him. Jesus seems to have understood this. What is unclear is whether his brothers also knew this when they encouraged him to go to Judea – the place where the opposition was the strongest. Later in chapter seven, he will discuss whether it was appropriate for him to heal on the Sabbath. Whether it’s opposition or unbelief, Jesus understands one of the reasons why is that people tend to judge someone (or the truth) by “mere appearances.” It is easy to discount or dismiss something or someone if it doesn’t appear to be the way we think it should be.

Passage: John 7:1-24

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]]> Jesus is facing the hostility of the religious leaders and the unbelief of his brothers. The Jewish leaders were no longer simply annoyed by Jesus; they were actively looking for a way to kill him. Jesus seems to have understood this. What is unclear is whether his brothers also knew this when they encouraged him to go to Judea – the place where the opposition was the strongest. Later in chapter seven, he will discuss whether it was appropriate for him to heal on the Sabbath. Whether it’s opposition or unbelief, Jesus understands one of the reasons why is that people tend to judge someone (or the truth) by “mere appearances.” It is easy to discount or dismiss something or someone if it doesn’t appear to be the way we think it should be.

Passage: John 7:1-24

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10478627 Mon, 02 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 1973 1 18 full false Lord, To Whom Shall We Go? Lord, To Whom Shall We Go? After the crowd began to leave, Jesus turns to his twelve apostles and asks,  “Do you want to leave, too?” In this question, we get a glimpse into the humanness of Jesus – he really wanted to know if they were going to leave. Peter’s answer is still the right answer today: “You have the words of eternal life.” Only Jesus allows us to boldly access God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). Later in John’s Gospel, Jesus himself will affirm that “no one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). Peter’s answer also highlights the progressive nature of following Jesus: “We have come to believe ...” This didn’t happen immediately or as the result of a single event.

Passage: John 6:60-71

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]]> After the crowd began to leave, Jesus turns to his twelve apostles and asks,  “Do you want to leave, too?” In this question, we get a glimpse into the humanness of Jesus – he really wanted to know if they were going to leave. Peter’s answer is still the right answer today: “You have the words of eternal life.” Only Jesus allows us to boldly access God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). Later in John’s Gospel, Jesus himself will affirm that “no one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). Peter’s answer also highlights the progressive nature of following Jesus: “We have come to believe ...” This didn’t happen immediately or as the result of a single event.

Passage: John 6:60-71

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10425966 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2049 1 17 full false Feeding On Jesus Feeding On Jesus Jesus recognizes that the crowd has followed him for the wrong reasons. It’s not because of his teaching, but because he fed them. Jesus seizes upon this as an opportunity to teach about the cost of discipleship. By the end of the encounter, most of the crowd will have left. What Jesus does is redefine what it means to be religious. Rather than being a set of rules to follow, the work of God is to believe in Jesus. But what does that mean? Calling himself “the bread of life,” Jesus teaches us that true belief is finding our satisfaction in him.

Passage: John 6:25-59

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]]> Jesus recognizes that the crowd has followed him for the wrong reasons. It’s not because of his teaching, but because he fed them. Jesus seizes upon this as an opportunity to teach about the cost of discipleship. By the end of the encounter, most of the crowd will have left. What Jesus does is redefine what it means to be religious. Rather than being a set of rules to follow, the work of God is to believe in Jesus. But what does that mean? Calling himself “the bread of life,” Jesus teaches us that true belief is finding our satisfaction in him.

Passage: John 6:25-59

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10379984 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2502 1 16 full false Walking On Water Walking On Water The disciples were initially afraid when they witnessed Jesus’ demonstration of his power over nature. Once he identified himself, they were willing to take him into the boat. This story serves as a reminder that Jesus has ultimate power and authority over everything, and not just “spiritual” things such as salvation, redemption, etc. We live in the universe he created and that he still sustains.

Passage: John 6:16-24

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]]> The disciples were initially afraid when they witnessed Jesus’ demonstration of his power over nature. Once he identified himself, they were willing to take him into the boat. This story serves as a reminder that Jesus has ultimate power and authority over everything, and not just “spiritual” things such as salvation, redemption, etc. We live in the universe he created and that he still sustains.

Passage: John 6:16-24

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10374964 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0700 1887 1 15 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 4-6:15 Putting It Into Practice | John 4-6:15 We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 4:1-6:15, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to handle social and cultural boundaries; our motivation for obedience; and how we allow God to work through us. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned more about Jesus in John 4:1-6:15, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to handle social and cultural boundaries; our motivation for obedience; and how we allow God to work through us. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10314728 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0700 3685 1 14 full false Feeding The 5,000 Feeding The 5,000 As more people heard about his miracles, larger crowds began following  Jesus. In this particular story, there are at least 5,000 people present. Jesus decides to test the faith of Philip by asking Philip how they could feed so many people. Philip responds with finances – it would cost too much to feed that many people. At some point during this conversation, Andrew went off and found a boy with five loaves of bread and two fish. Although he brought the resources to Jesus, he still had his doubts: “How far will they go among so many?” We do the same when we doubt what God can do with our own limited resources.

Passage: John 6:1-15

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]]> As more people heard about his miracles, larger crowds began following  Jesus. In this particular story, there are at least 5,000 people present. Jesus decides to test the faith of Philip by asking Philip how they could feed so many people. Philip responds with finances – it would cost too much to feed that many people. At some point during this conversation, Andrew went off and found a boy with five loaves of bread and two fish. Although he brought the resources to Jesus, he still had his doubts: “How far will they go among so many?” We do the same when we doubt what God can do with our own limited resources.

Passage: John 6:1-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10296904 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2298 1 13 full false Finding Jesus Finding Jesus While John the Baptist testified to the coming of the Messiah, Jesus has an even weightier testimony – it was God working through him. The miracles Jesus performed were an indication of his connection to God. Scripture itself testifies to Jesus. If fact, he told his Jewish audience that the Scriptures they studied actually pointed to him. Jesus isn’t discouraging diligent Bible study. But he is reminding us that all of Scripture points us to him, the living Word. Only by coming to him can we find real life.

Passage: John 5:31-47

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]]> While John the Baptist testified to the coming of the Messiah, Jesus has an even weightier testimony – it was God working through him. The miracles Jesus performed were an indication of his connection to God. Scripture itself testifies to Jesus. If fact, he told his Jewish audience that the Scriptures they studied actually pointed to him. Jesus isn’t discouraging diligent Bible study. But he is reminding us that all of Scripture points us to him, the living Word. Only by coming to him can we find real life.

Passage: John 5:31-47

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10268124 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0700 1988 1 12 full false God Is Always At Work God Is Always At Work In addressing the objections of the religious leaders to performing a miracle  on the Sabbath, Jesus responds, “My Father is always at work.” Jesus and the Father operated in sync with one another. Jesus does what he see his Father  doing and this is because “the Father loves the Son and shows him all he  does.” What we may perceive as a lack of God’s activity may be the result of our lack of perception. As we draw closer to Jesus, we will discover the many  different ways God is already at work in our world.

Passage: John 5:16-30

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]]> In addressing the objections of the religious leaders to performing a miracle  on the Sabbath, Jesus responds, “My Father is always at work.” Jesus and the Father operated in sync with one another. Jesus does what he see his Father  doing and this is because “the Father loves the Son and shows him all he  does.” What we may perceive as a lack of God’s activity may be the result of our lack of perception. As we draw closer to Jesus, we will discover the many  different ways God is already at work in our world.

Passage: John 5:16-30

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10226745 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0700 2142 1 11 full false Do You Want To Get Well? Do You Want To Get Well? While in Jerusalem, Jesus walked by the Bethesda pool where “a great number of disabled people” gathered each day. The reason the pool drew so many people was the belief that the waters had magical healing powers. According to legend, an angel would descend and touch the waters and the first to enter would be healed. Jesus encounters a man who has lived with his disability for thirty-eight years. He asks the man what seems to be an odd question: “Do you want to get well?” Not everyone who needs to be healed want to be healed. Jesus does heal the man, but it happens to be on the Sabbath – something that will attract the attention of the religious leaders.

Passage: John 5:1-15

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]]> While in Jerusalem, Jesus walked by the Bethesda pool where “a great number of disabled people” gathered each day. The reason the pool drew so many people was the belief that the waters had magical healing powers. According to legend, an angel would descend and touch the waters and the first to enter would be healed. Jesus encounters a man who has lived with his disability for thirty-eight years. He asks the man what seems to be an odd question: “Do you want to get well?” Not everyone who needs to be healed want to be healed. Jesus does heal the man, but it happens to be on the Sabbath – something that will attract the attention of the religious leaders.

Passage: John 5:1-15

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10182821 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -0800 1624 1 10 full false Your Son Will Live Your Son Will Live Word about Jesus preceded him to Galilee. The Galileans welcomed Jesus, in large part, because they had seen what he had done in Jerusalem. When Jesus went to Cana in Galilee, he was met by a royal official whose son was sick. While we don’t know for sure, the royal official may have been a Roman or someone in a position of authority. He asks for Jesus’ help and Jesus replies, “Your son will live.” What makes this story so incredible is the response of the official – he took Jesus at his word. As we will see throughout the Gospel of John, our task as apprentices of Jesus is to “take him at his word” and to believe what he believed.

Passage: John 4:43-54

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]]> Word about Jesus preceded him to Galilee. The Galileans welcomed Jesus, in large part, because they had seen what he had done in Jerusalem. When Jesus went to Cana in Galilee, he was met by a royal official whose son was sick. While we don’t know for sure, the royal official may have been a Roman or someone in a position of authority. He asks for Jesus’ help and Jesus replies, “Your son will live.” What makes this story so incredible is the response of the official – he took Jesus at his word. As we will see throughout the Gospel of John, our task as apprentices of Jesus is to “take him at his word” and to believe what he believed.

Passage: John 4:43-54

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10159080 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0800 2356 1 9 full false The Outcast The Outcast To fully appreciate this story, one must be aware of the deep-seated animosity between Jews and Samaritans. These weren’t simply groups who favored a different football team. They were groups who dehumanized the other group. This prejudice is what makes Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan so powerful – no Jewish listener would have made a Samaritan the hero of the story. In John 4, Jesus purposefully went through Samaria on his way back to Galilee. Along the way he encounters a lady at the well and engages her in conversation that concludes with him revealing to her that he is the Messiah (his first public reveal). In this one story, Jesus confronts multiple social issues in a redemptive manner.

Passage: John 4:1-42

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]]> To fully appreciate this story, one must be aware of the deep-seated animosity between Jews and Samaritans. These weren’t simply groups who favored a different football team. They were groups who dehumanized the other group. This prejudice is what makes Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan so powerful – no Jewish listener would have made a Samaritan the hero of the story. In John 4, Jesus purposefully went through Samaria on his way back to Galilee. Along the way he encounters a lady at the well and engages her in conversation that concludes with him revealing to her that he is the Messiah (his first public reveal). In this one story, Jesus confronts multiple social issues in a redemptive manner.

Passage: John 4:1-42

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10125095 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0800 1700 1 8 full false Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3 Putting It Into Practice | John 1-3 We’ve learned a lot about Jesus in the first 3 chapters of John, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to develop a healthy rhythm of Bible reading and prayer; how to have a greater awareness of God’s presence; and how to engage in personal solitude and retreat. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> We’ve learned a lot about Jesus in the first 3 chapters of John, but if we don’t do something with it, then it hasn’t really been helpful information. Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we’ve been learning about and from Jesus. This includes how to develop a healthy rhythm of Bible reading and prayer; how to have a greater awareness of God’s presence; and how to engage in personal solitude and retreat. The discussion is practical and offers tangible ways for someone to start implementing these practices into their life today.

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10088978 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0800 2653 1 7 full false Becoming Less Becoming Less Earlier in the Gospel of John, John the Baptist used Isaiah 40:3 to describe his role in the ministry of Jesus: “I am the voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’” A few of John’s disciples come to him and seem worried that people are flocking to Jesus. John uses this occasion to remind his disciples that his role was to prepare the way for Jesus. “He must become greater; I must become less.” To follow Jesus today still requires us to submit to his ultimate superiority over all other things, ideas, and philosophies.

Passage: John 3:22-36

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]]> Earlier in the Gospel of John, John the Baptist used Isaiah 40:3 to describe his role in the ministry of Jesus: “I am the voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’” A few of John’s disciples come to him and seem worried that people are flocking to Jesus. John uses this occasion to remind his disciples that his role was to prepare the way for Jesus. “He must become greater; I must become less.” To follow Jesus today still requires us to submit to his ultimate superiority over all other things, ideas, and philosophies.

Passage: John 3:22-36

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-10045601 Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0800 1571 1 6 full false Born Again Born Again We know two things about Nicodemus. First, he is a Pharisee, the Jewish sect that had begun as a reformation movement within Judaism. Second, he is a member of the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council. It’s likely that he comes to Jesus at night to avoid being seen talking with Jesus. Although Jewish opposition towards Jesus is just beginning, Nicodemus doesn’t want to risk his reputation. But he does show an openness to Jesus: “For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.” Jesus then steers the conversation into one about spiritual rebirth. This leads to one of the best-known expressions of the gospel, John 3:16.

Passage: John 3:1-21

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]]> We know two things about Nicodemus. First, he is a Pharisee, the Jewish sect that had begun as a reformation movement within Judaism. Second, he is a member of the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council. It’s likely that he comes to Jesus at night to avoid being seen talking with Jesus. Although Jewish opposition towards Jesus is just beginning, Nicodemus doesn’t want to risk his reputation. But he does show an openness to Jesus: “For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.” Jesus then steers the conversation into one about spiritual rebirth. This leads to one of the best-known expressions of the gospel, John 3:16.

Passage: John 3:1-21

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-9987548 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0800 1607 1 5 full false Clearing The Temple Clearing The Temple The story of Jesus clearing the temple is also told in Matthew 21 and Mark 11. In all three accounts, Jesus is concerned about the integrity of the temple – that the merchants had turned a house of prayer into a den of thieves. This concern is also a fulfillment of prophecy (Psalm 69:9). Under the new covenant, both our individual bodies and the gathered church are temples of God. God still desires for his temple to be a house of prayer. When pressed about what gave him the authority to clear the temple, Jesus points ahead to his own death and resurrection.

Passage: John 2:13-25

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]]> The story of Jesus clearing the temple is also told in Matthew 21 and Mark 11. In all three accounts, Jesus is concerned about the integrity of the temple – that the merchants had turned a house of prayer into a den of thieves. This concern is also a fulfillment of prophecy (Psalm 69:9). Under the new covenant, both our individual bodies and the gathered church are temples of God. God still desires for his temple to be a house of prayer. When pressed about what gave him the authority to clear the temple, Jesus points ahead to his own death and resurrection.

Passage: John 2:13-25

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-9949771 Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0800 1426 1 4 full false Water Into Wine Water Into Wine The first miracle recorded in the Gospel of John occurs at a wedding. Jesus initially resists getting involved because “my hour has not come.” In other words, he didn’t feel it was time to begin revealing his true identity in such a public setting. It’s only because of the prodding of his mother that Jesus gets involved and turns the water into wine. This is the first of his miracles “through which he revealed his glory.” The result? His disciples believed in him. We experience the same result today when we see God’s power displayed in our everyday lives.

Passage: John 2:1-12

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]]> The first miracle recorded in the Gospel of John occurs at a wedding. Jesus initially resists getting involved because “my hour has not come.” In other words, he didn’t feel it was time to begin revealing his true identity in such a public setting. It’s only because of the prodding of his mother that Jesus gets involved and turns the water into wine. This is the first of his miracles “through which he revealed his glory.” The result? His disciples believed in him. We experience the same result today when we see God’s power displayed in our everyday lives.

Passage: John 2:1-12

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-9916278 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0800 1310 1 3 full false Come And See Come And See How did Jesus recruit followers? How does his method influence our approach today? Rather than try to convince people to follow him by winning arguments, Jesus simply invited them to spend time with him. “Come and see” is an invitation to be with Jesus. Just as Jesus did with his disciples, we are to extend the same invitation to our friends and neighbors today. Our goal isn’t to win them to a system or structure but to introduce them to a person – Jesus!

Passage: John 1:35-51

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]]> How did Jesus recruit followers? How does his method influence our approach today? Rather than try to convince people to follow him by winning arguments, Jesus simply invited them to spend time with him. “Come and see” is an invitation to be with Jesus. Just as Jesus did with his disciples, we are to extend the same invitation to our friends and neighbors today. Our goal isn’t to win them to a system or structure but to introduce them to a person – Jesus!

Passage: John 1:35-51

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-9880951 Thu, 13 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0800 1220 1 2 full false God's Chosen One God's Chosen One Jesus was the smartest person who ever lived. His teachings have inspired billions of people. His influence has shaped education, medicine, and so much more. There has never been anyone whose impact comes close to Jesus. Why is that? Ultimately, it’s because we believe Jesus is not only the smartest person who ever lived – he is also the most unique person who ever lived. He was God in the flesh, the living Son of God. In God’s great plan of redemption, Jesus was God’s chosen way of reconciling a lost world unto himself.

Passage: John 1:29-34

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]]> Jesus was the smartest person who ever lived. His teachings have inspired billions of people. His influence has shaped education, medicine, and so much more. There has never been anyone whose impact comes close to Jesus. Why is that? Ultimately, it’s because we believe Jesus is not only the smartest person who ever lived – he is also the most unique person who ever lived. He was God in the flesh, the living Son of God. In God’s great plan of redemption, Jesus was God’s chosen way of reconciling a lost world unto himself.

Passage: John 1:29-34

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]]> Ken Hensley and Mike Roncaglia Buzzsprout-9831817 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0800 1149 1 1 full false