episode-header-image

Dec 2024

10m 38s

The Humble King

About this episode

Up next

Sanctification in the Holy Spirit

In today’s First15, we’re going to explore the concept of sanctification in the Holy Spirit. Every day, every moment, God is working to mold us into his likeness. We were made in his image. And the Holy Spirit is so insightful, so good at molding us and correcting. There is so mu ... Show More

The Fruit of the Holy Spirit

In today’s First15, we’re going to explore how we can bear the life-giving, world-changing fruit of the Holy Spirit. Your life is meant to be marked by love, joy, and peace. And plants don’t bear fruit by trying harder, but by simply receiving abundantly whatever they need to bea ... Show More

Being Taught by the Holy Spirit

In this life there are constant lessons for us to learn. And in the Holy Spirit, we have been given an amazing teacher. In today’s First15 podcast we’re going to explore what it means to be taught by the Holy Spirit. May we be good students of God’s word today, and allow him to g ... Show More

Recommended Episodes

Intellectual Humility: Giving Away the Need to Always Have the Right Answer

<p>During today’s episode on Back Porch Theology, we’re talking about intellectual humility, which could be loosely described as giving away the need to always have the right answer. I spent way too many years afraid that someone would look under the hood of my life and discover ... Show More

Psalm Chapter 2

Meditative Reading: The Wisdom of Psalm 2 in Classic King JamesThis episode offers a serene reading of Psalm 2 from the King James Bible. It explores the themes of defiance against divine authority, the futility of earthly rulers' schemes, and the establishment of God's anointed ... Show More

What’s Wasabi Got to Do With It?

<p>During today’s conversation on Backporch Theology, we’re going to consider the gentle command found at the top of Hebrews chapter 3: Consider Jesus. In other words, think about our Savior. Focus your attention on our Redeemer. Concentrate on the King of all kings. This simple ... Show More

<p>Becoming king at the young age of 25, Hezekiah did what was good and right before the Lord. He was quite the opposite of his wicked father, King Ahaz. He reopened the temple and destroyed any existing idols, and he faithfully kept the commandments that the Lord gave to Moses.W ... Show More

Be Comfortable With Who You Are | Joel Osteen

<p>Instead of comparing or competing with those around us, God wants us to appreciate the gifts and talents He's given us. If you'll use what you have to the best of your ability, His anointing will cause you to go further than you could imagine! </p><p>Your best days are still a ... Show More

A Compassionate Compulsion

<p>During today’s conversation on Backporch Theology we’re going to debunk the idea that faith should be a private matter displayed and discussed only among like-minded individuals toting quilted Bible covers and clad in pastel sweater sets. We’re also going to explore two evange ... Show More

S15 Ep17: What It Means To Love Like Jesus

In this episode, we take a look at the advice Paul gives in his letter to the Galatians. Jennie explores the importance of restoring one another with gentleness, bearing each other's burdens, and avoiding the trap of pride. We will also discuss how the Gospel sets us free and the ... Show More

Lord, Teach Us to Pray

<p>Friends, we have the great privilege this week of reading, in our Gospel, Luke’s account of the Lord’s Prayer. This is a very sacred moment: Jesus himself—not just a spiritual guru or someone we admire, but the very Son of God—teaches us how to pray. And we become so familiar ... Show More

Is Self-Care Prideful? (With Dr. Brian Pedraza)

How do we practice self-care without falling into vanity or pride? Dr. Brian Pedraza joins Fr. Josh to explore the sin of pride, the deadly vice at the root of all sin. Together, they answer a question about how to care for ourselves while staying humble. Snippet From the Show Hu ... Show More

Pride: The Case of Nebuchadnezzar

<p>In sixth century B.C., Nebuchadnezzar was the absolute monarch of the Babylonian empire. He’d built maybe the most incredible city in history. He was at the pinnacle of power, and his life fell apart anyway. And here’s the incredible part: he’s glad it happened! He praises God ... Show More