In the Word, On the Go - Episodes Tagged with “Jesus”

Episode 270: Why did Jesus's leaving bring the disciples joy? Joe & Kate Hox on Luke 24:50-52

Champ Thornton — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," illustrator and author, Joe and Kate Hox discuss Luke 24:50-52. They say, "God is on His throne and no earthly power can compare with Him. Are we trusting that God is totally in control?"

Special Guest: Joe & Kate Hox.

Episode 269: How does Jesus challenge my motivations? Matt Markins on John 6:68

Champ Thornton — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," author and president of Awana, Matt Markins talks about John 6:68 and how much we need the life-giving words of Jesus Christ. Matt says, "In our lives, we tend to look at the surface. But Jesus is getting to heart of the human problem. We need a Savior, and Jesus is showing us how to live."

Special Guest: Matt Markins.

Episode 265: How can we know if Jesus is who He said He was? Chris Morphew on John 7:17

Champ Thornton — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," teacher and author, Chris Morphew discusses John 7:17 and how we should follow Jesus. Chris says, "As we choose to step into the life that Jesus is inviting us into, we discover the reality of it from the inside out."

Special Guest: Chris Morphew.

Episode 258: Why is Following Jesus Worth the Cost? Matt Markins on Matthew 13:44

Champ Thornton — Wed, 04 May 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," author, speaker, and President and CEO of Awana, Matt Markins talks about Jesus's parable in Matthew 13:44. Matt says, "When you plug into Jesus, you plug into life. When you unplug from Jesus, you unplug from the Giver of life."

Special Guest: Matt Markins.

Episode 252: How Can We Help our Children Think about Death? Barbara Reaoch on John 14:1-3

Champ Thornton — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," best-selling author and speaker, Barbara Reaoch discusses Jesus's words of comfort in John 14:1-3. Barbara says, "Jesus knows whenever we are worried. And He wants us to know that death cannot hold God's children. He's going to take us to be with Him forever."

Special Guest: Barbara Reaoch.

Episode 246: How can we remind ourselves of God's love? Mason King on John 15:9

Champ Thornton — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," writer, teacher, and pastor, Mason King discusses the comfort that Jesus gives in John 15:9. Mason says, "Jesus is calling us to order our lives in a way that shows that we trust him. We remind ourselves of what we know is true: I am a child of God. I am loved by God."

Special Guest: Mason King.

Episode 244: What comfort can we find in discouraging times? Samuel James on John 14:3

Champ Thornton — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," columnist and publisher, Samuel James discusses John 14:3 and the comfort Jesus brings. Samuel says, "Jesus has done everything He's done so that we would know Him. Jesus doesn't tolerate His people. He eagerly wants us to be where He is."

Special Guest: Samuel James.

Episode 225: How can I face impossible situations? Shannon Popkin on Luke 1:37

Champ Thornton — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," author, podcaster, and speaker, Shannon Popkin, talks about the Christmas story and how God can do the impossible. Shannon says, "Lots of things are impossible in the world, but with God everything changes. Nothing is impossible with God."

Special Guest: Shannon Popkin.

Episode 224: How can I share the gospel even when it's difficult? John Murchison on Matthew 28:20

Champ Thornton — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, John Murchison talks about every Christian's responsibility, and God's empowerment, to share the good news about Jesus Christ. John says, "Our calling as followers of Christ is to make disciples and teach them all that Jesus has commanded. That can seem overwhelming, which is why the end of the verse is so important: 'I am with you always, even to the end of the age.' Christ is with us as we try to pursue this call."

Special Guest: John Murchison.

Episode 213: What's really going on in our world gone crazy?Jack Klumpenhower on Daniel 7:13-14

Champ Thornton — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," children's author and Bible teacher, Jack Klumpenhower, unpacks Daniel 7:13-14. Jack says, "Jesus is stunningly different than any other ruler we've known. If in the world it seems that everything goes from worse to worse, we need to remember that the king who will reign forever is a man of gentleness."

Special Guest: Jack Klumpenhower.

Episode 201: How to face "impossible" situations? Sarah Reju on Matthew 14:28

Champ Thornton — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," children's author and speaker, Sarah Reju shares the relevance of Matthew 14:28. Sarah says, "Jesus carries us through the storms of life. He is God, and things that seem impossible to you, are not impossible with Him."

Special Guest: Sarah Reju.

Episode 200: How can I recover my hope? Sam Bierig on Matthew 1:21

Champ Thornton — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," professor and author, Samuel Bierig talks about Matthew 1:21. Sam says, "True hope is coming to rescue you from the world, the flesh, and the devil. This is not in question. If you trust in the Lord, He's going to save you."

Special Guest: Sam Bierig.

Episode 183: Will my pet be in heaven? Chris Bruno on Revelation 21:5

Champ Thornton — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400

On this episode of In the Word, On the Go, author and professor, Dr. Chris Bruno discusses Revelation 21:5 and culmination of the whole Bible. Chris says, "The renewal of all things ultimately does not depend on me. The weight of the world is on the shoulders of Jesus. His shoulders can bear it, mine can't."

Special Guest: Chris Bruno.

Episode 173: What to do when you're worn out? Hannah Anderson on Matthew 11:28-30

Champ Thornton — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of In the Word, On the Go, best-selling author and speaker, Hannah Anderson reflects on Jesus's words of invitation and comfort in Matthew 11:28-30. Hannah says, "Jesus says 'Come to me.' In my anxious and burdened state, I found myself rushing to every other coping mechanism. But he himself is the rest for your soul."

Special Guest: Hannah Anderson.

Episode 166: Why does God give mercy? Roger Erdvig on Isaiah 30:18

Champ Thornton — Mon, 10 May 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of In the Word, On the Go, educator and author, Dr. Roger Erdvig discusses the mercy and justice of God which is found in Christ and featured in Isaiah 30:18. Roger says, "Many people look at God as a vengeful divine being, but our God satisfies justice by giving himself. He absorbs the punishment that should be ours and grants us mercy in return."

Special Guest: Roger Erdvig.

Episode 161: Where is the Lord in Times of Trouble? Sarah Reju on Psalm 145:18

Champ Thornton — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of In the Word, On the God, children's author and pastor's wife, Sarah Reju shares her insights on Psalm 145:18--that God is near us and hears our prayers. Sarah says, "God is near to his people. No matter where we go or what we experience, he's not distant. He's fully engaged with what's going on in our lives."

Special Guest: Sarah Reju.

Episode 158: How can we change? Amber Cullum on John 17:17

Champ Thornton — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of In the Word, On the Go, podcaster Amber Cullum talks about the prayer of Jesus recorded in John 17:17. Amber says, "We become less like the world around us through the Spirit as we dig into his Word."

Special Guest: Amber Cullum.

Episode 156: Special Super-Hero Edition: Todd Miles on Job 9:32-33

Champ Thornton — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0400

In this special, bonus episode of "In the Word, On the Go," professor of Theology and author of Superheroes Can't Save You, Todd Miles, reminds us that a proper, biblical view of Jesus reveals him to be both fully human and fully God, not a mix of the two. Commenting on Job 9:32-33, Todd says, "Jesus knows what it's like to be human, to experientially understand everything we go through. And simultaneously, he knows what it's like to be God, because he is holy, Creator God. And so he's the only being in existence who can intercede on our behalf."

Special Guest: Todd Miles.

Episode 153: Why Does it Matter that Jesus Was Human? Tim Challies on Matthew 13:57 (from 2019)

Champ Thornton — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

Recorded in 2019, this episode of In the Word, On the Go, features pastor, author, and blogger, Tim Challies, who comments on the humanity of Jesus as noted in Matthew 13:57. Tim says, "Some day we will meet Jesus Christ as a Man. We'll meet our Lord and Savior. There was a time he was not human, but there will never again be a time when he's not human."

Special Guest: Tim Challies.

Episode 146: How Can We Fight Temptation? Jack Klumpenhower on Matthew 4:8-10

Champ Thornton — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," best-selling author and teacher, Jack Klumpenhower, reminds us that Jesus overcame tempation and defeated the devil. Commenting on Matthew 4:8-10, Jack says, "We need to know that Jesus has crushed the devil. And because I belong to Jesus, God gives me power to say no to temptation."

Special Guest: Jack Klumpenhower.

Episode 137: How Do We Love Difficult People? Barbara Reaoch on 1 John 3:1

Champ Thornton — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," Bible teacher and author, Barbara Reaoch, discusses how God loves us, makes us his very own children, and helps us love others. Barbara says, "It's difficult to love people who are hard to love. But God always gives what he requires. His love for me frees me to love others."

Special Guest: Barbara Reaoch.

Episode 128: How can Jesus say "Don't be anxious about tomorrow"? Ed Welch on Matthew 6:25 & 34

Champ Thornton — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," counselor, speaker, and best-selling author, Ed Welch, discusses how Jesus helps us deal with anxiety and fear. Ed says, "Jesus never minimizes the fears we have. He comes alongside you and says, 'I'm worrying about tomorrow for you. I will give you everything you need. I will be with you.'"

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press.

Special Guest: Ed Welch.

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New Growth Press: In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by New Growth Press—the publisher Helping Every Person Grow Closer to Christ.

Episode 122: How would Jesus vote? Scott Sauls on John 18:36

Champ Thornton — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," best-selling author and pastor, Scott Sauls, discusses the kingdom of God which transcends all political parties. Scott says, "Especially in an election year, the most important thing to be thinking about is: What does Jesus think about this, how would Jesus approach this, and what does the Bible say?"

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press.

Special Guest: Scott Sauls.

Sponsored By:

New Growth Press: In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by New Growth Press—the publisher Helping Every Person Grow Closer to Christ.

Episode 121: Is it risky to follow Christ? Tim Keesee on Matthew 13:44

Champ Thornton — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," best-selling author and director of Frontline Missions International, Tim Keesee, discusses the incomparable treasure we have in Christ. Tim says, "Jesus is better. Jesus is worthy. Living out his gracious work is not half-hearted. It is a life of action and urgency and risk and joy."

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press.

Special Guest: Tim Keesee.

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New Growth Press: In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by New Growth Press—the publisher Helping Every Person Grow Closer to Christ.

Episode 87: What to do when I feel worn out? J. A. Medders on Matthew 11:28-30

Champ Thornton — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor, podcaster, and author, J. A., Jeff, Medders, discusses the kindndess of the Lord who calls us to find rest in him. Jeff says, "Jesus's commands are not back-breaking. We're united to the One who's already obeyed everything he's called us to obey. And he's empowering us to do it."

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press.

Special Guest: J. A. Medders.

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New Growth Press: In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by New Growth Press—the publisher Helping Every Person Grow Closer to Christ.

Episode 77: Special Superhero Edition with Todd Miles on Mark 2:10-11

Champ Thornton — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400

In this special, bonus episode of "In the Word, On the Go," professor of Theology and author of Superheroes Can't Save You, Todd Miles, reminds us that a proper, biblical view of Jesus reveals him to be no mere human, but instead to be equal with God and able to forgive sin. Commenting on Mark 2:10-11, Todd says, "Unfortunately, a lot of people think that Jesus is the most remarkable human being who ever lived. And that just won't work. Jesus is simultaneously fully human and fully divine. So when you've been forgiven by Jesus, you've been absolutely forgiven by God."

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press.

Special Guest: Todd Miles.

Sponsored By:

New Growth Press: In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by New Growth Press—the publisher Helping Every Person Grow Closer to Christ.

Episode 50: What's a mark of a true follower of Jesus? Brian Vickers on Mark 10:45

Champ Thornton — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," professor of New Testament and author, Brian Vickers, reminds us that Jesus is not only our Savior but also our Example. Commenting on Mark 10:45, Brian says, "Giving yourself in service to others is the true mark of a disciple of Jesus. Because that's the true mark of Jesus."

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible.

Special Guest: Brian Vickers.

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The Christian Standard Bible (CSB): This episode of In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by the Christian Standard Bible. The CSB strives to be both accurate and readable—with the goal of more people reading the Bible every day. Whether you’ve grown up around the Bible or not—you can use it for deep study or for daily reading. To learn more visit CSBible.com.

Episode 5: John 1:1 with Barbara Reaoch

Champ Thornton — Wed, 09 Jan 2019 04:00:00 -0500

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," author and speaker Barbara Reaoch, Children's Director for Bible Study Fellowship International discusses John 1:1. Barbara says, "Jesus came with a purpose—that we might know God."

"In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible.

Special Guest: Barbara Reaoch.

Sponsored By:

The Christian Standard Bible (CSB): This episode of In the Word, On the Go is brought to you by the Christian Standard Bible. The CSB strives to be both accurate and readable—with the goal of more people reading the Bible every day. Whether you’ve grown up around the Bible or not—you can use it for deep study or for daily reading. To learn more visit CSBible.com.