The Bible Speaks to You: Think, Pray, Love like Jesus

Does your church need a mentor to help you find fresh vision for ways to reach out to your community with the healing message of Christ? For more information: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/speaking-bible-workshops ••••••••••••••••• 288 – Jesus's death on the cross cannot by itself save you from your sins I know, this is a pretty bold statement. But have you ever noticed how lots of Christians focus on the crucifixion as the basis for their salvation? But then at Easter, they suddenly start talking about the resurrection, as if they just discovered how important it is. The whole message of Easter is that Jesus rose from the grave. That should be the focus for the entire year, not just at Easter. In this episode, I challenge some traditional Christian talking points: Don't get me wrong, the crucifixion of Jesus is incredibly important, because without it, there would be no resurrection. But without the resurrection, Paul says you're still in your sins. As Christians, we need to shift our gaze from looking just through the lens of the cross to looking through the lens of the resurrection. Then we'll see Jesus's risen glory everywhere we go and in everything we do. Previous episode mentioned: Episode 76: The Atonement of Christ Show notes: For a full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/288 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

287 – Have you ever been a stranger in a foreign country? You didn't speak the language. You couldn’t read any of the signs, you couldn’t understand what people are saying. You don’t understand the customs. And you felt lost or confused by what was going on around you. Or maybe you've been in a strange location and felt out of place. Then, all of a sudden, someone helps you get where you're going or explains what's going on. A simple act of hospitality makes all the difference. There’s a great need in today’s world to be hospitable to strangers, on an individual and a collective basis, and not just strangers from foreign countries. We need to be aware of the strangers in our midst as well. This week's episode shares several examples in the Bible of helping, even loving strangers, that bring healing and comfort and One Jewish scholar points out that in the Hebrew Scriptures there is one verse commanding us to love our neighbors but 36 places that command us to love strangers. It’s hard to do for a variety of reasons. But it becomes easier when you've been a stranger somewhere, whether in a foreign country, a different city or neighborhood, a church, or a new job. When you've been an outsider, it often gives you empathy for those who may feel they’re on the outside. Jesus didn't have a home, but he made people feel at home and helped them realized they part of God's family, never a stranger. You can do the same. This week treat a stranger with love and see what happens. Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/287. Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

Need a church mentor? Contact James 286 – Do you have a broken relationship in need of healing? Maybe you’re having trouble with someone at work, either your boss or an employee. Maybe it’s someone at church. Or could it be someone in your family? Or maybe you’re completely estranged from someone. Whatever the situation is, there’s always a possibility of healing and restoring these broken relationships, even though it may not be easy and require a lot of soul searching. I’ve been thinking about what the Bible has to say about the healing and restoration of problematic relationships. This week I talk with Greg Stephens, who has devoted his life to helping people clean up and improve their relationships and at the same time build new bridges to help the relationships go forward. Greg talks about three broken relationships in the Bible and how they were healed: What would you say to Joseph and his brothers to heal their relationship before it got so bad they sold Joseph as a slave? Listen to Greg's answer now. Show notes: Full transcript (PDF download) and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/286 Greg Stephens contact info: Email: greg@alignment-resources.com Website: https://www.alignment-resources.com/ Book: Build New Bridges: The Art of Restoring Impossible Relationships* *Amazon affiliate link Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

285 – What do you do when you need healing and justice? Is there something in your life, at work, or at church right now that needs healing? What about justice? Have you or anyone you know experienced any injustice lately? And if you look at what’s going on in the world as a whole, it almost seems everyone is crying out for healing and justice. What on earth is the remedy to all this? Well, the solution is never going to come from some government policy or any human organization. The only real and lasting solution comes from standing in God’s presence, what the Bible calls standing before the throne of God. This week's episode talks about: You don't have to wait until after you die to stand before the throne of God. God is sitting on His throne–this is a metaphor for God being in complete control– right now. Whatever you’re struggling with, on a personal level, or a global level, accept God’s invitation to be in His presence, to stand before His throne. SHOW NOTES: Full transcript of the episode and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/285. Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

284 – Do you ever get judged by your age? Have you ever felt pigeonholed by someone as to what you're capable of doing based on how young or old you are? Have you ever judged your own capabilities based on you age. The world is always stereotyping what you can and can't do based on how old or young you are. This week's episode looks at some of the people in the Bible who broke those age stereotypes and how they did it. More importantly, we'll look at what you can do in your own life to start overcoming the limitations associated with how old you are. SHOW NOTES: Full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/284. Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

283 – How is your church doing these days? A lot of churches, in many different denominations are struggling. Is your church growing? Are you holding steady? Are you barely treading water? Does your church have a vision for where you're going? In today’s episode, we’re going to look at some ideas that will hopefully give you a few fresh ways to pray for and be active in your church. What would happen if your community felt loved by your church the way they would have felt loved by Jesus? How can your church follow Jesus's example? Having a vision for your church means you know where you are and where you're going. When you're clear on your destination, it is much easier to get there. Show notes: For a full transcript of this episode and all Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/283 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

282 – Could you use a blessing from God right now? Have you ever felt like you needed a little extra blessing from God in your life? Maybe things are a bit challenging at the moment or you’ve just come through some rough waters and are on the other side of things, but you need to find some peace of mind? It’s at times like this that we need to feel God’s presence and the blessings that come with it. There are lots of ways to ask for and receive God’s blessings, but today we’re going to talk about a unique way to do this that I just discovered in the Bible a couple of days ago. The Bible verse that sparked this Aha! moment is from Psalms: I am the LORD your God, who brought you up out of Egypt. Open wide your mouth and I will fill it. (Psalm 81:10) There's more to this verse than just opening your mouth to eat the food God gives you. What does it mean metaphorically to open your mouth wide and have it filled by God. That's what this episode is all about. How wide can you open your mouth? How receptive are you to God's blessings for your life? Show notes: For a full transcript and all Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/282. Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

281 – How would your life be different if you trusted God completely for everything? Sometimes it's almost easier to trust God when something terrible happens because there's no where else to turn. Or when you're afraid and don't know what to do. But what about your everyday life when there are just the normal challenges and obligations? Do you trust God then? It's so easy to just let things work out and not bother God, right? Not necessarily. What does it even mean to trust God? It's hard to trust someone or something if you don't know who or what it is. It's the same with God. If you really want to trust God for everything in your life – and that's a wonderful goal – you have to start with getting to know God better. To trust God completely requires a conscious choice to know God more closely than you ever have before. Jesus could trust God in every detail of his life because he knew God so intimately. The better you know God, the more you will hear His voice, and the more you will trust and obey Him in every circumstance. LISTEN NOW to this week's episode. Show notes: Full transcript and all Bible quotes from this week: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/281 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

280 – What if there was a simple solution to every problem you ever had? The good news is that Jesus has given us a solution that will solve every problem, whether it's in your personal life or a collective problem. But just like any solution, you have to do what is required of you. Jesus offered this solution to lots of people who came from Jesus' solution for every problem is a simple, two word phrase: Follow me. That's what this week's podcast is all about. No matter what your situation is, no matter how big or small the problem is, the solution is to follow Christ. This is true even for collective problems on a local level up to international problems. You can't make someone else follow Christ, but you can do it yourself in such a way that people you meet see the light of Christ in you and are inspired to let their own light shine. Christ is calling you right now: Follow me. Show notes: For a full transcript of this episode and all Bible quotes, go to: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/280 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

279 – What would you say to someone like Zacchaeus? Zacchaeus was notorious for cheating people by making them pay more taxes than they owed. He was in cahoots with the Romans, which was basically a betrayal of the Jewish people. What did Jesus say to Zacchaeus that caused him to have such a radical moral and spiritual transformation? In this week's episode, I talk about: What does this story have to do with you and me? We don't know the exact words Jesus said to Zacchaeus, but we do know he treated him with love and respect. Is there a modern day Zacchaeus in your life that needs to feel the love of Christ? When you seen them with the eyes of Jesus and love them with the love of Jesus, you will be able to help them discover who they are as a child of God. It's not just the words you say. It's about how you see and love them that brings moral and spiritual transformation. You can do this today. Show notes: For a full transcript of the episode and all Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/279 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

278 – What do you do when you're overwhelmed with discouragement? I've been talking to a lot of folks who are VERY discouraged by everything that's going on in the world right now. Is there a way to overcome this feeling of despair and discouragement? Yes, of course. And it's encouraging to see all the folks in the Bible who were face with all sorts of discouraging situations and how they overcame them. That's what this week's episode is all about: When you feel discouraged, be honest about how you feel. Don’t pretend to be so holy and spiritually minded that you’re not bothered when you are. Even Jesus expressed his discouragement, but he moved quickly from it to complete trust in God each time. Right this moment, you may feel overwhelmed with discouragement, dismay, and despair over what’s going on in your life, at work, at church, in your country, or the world. You may be at the height of hopelessness. But also, right in this moment, God is present, His hand full of hope, comfort, and resources, just as He was with the Children of Israel in the wilderness. ••••••••• Blog posts and previous episodes mentioned this week: How to Overcome Evil with Good You Can Trust God’s Perfect Timing for the Events in Your Life God Prepares Your Heart on His Timetable Show notes Full transcript and Bible quotes: Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

277 – How do you deal with all that's going on in the world today? Do you ever feel overwhelmed with gloom and despair with all that's going on these days? Or have you ever been in a threatening situation, either because of people or circumstances? Whether it's on personal or global level, sometimes it seems like evil influences are wreaking havoc on our lives or in society. How do we deal with this? Is it possible to overcome all this evil in the world? That's what this week's episode is all about: And most importantly I talk about what you can do, starting today, to overcome evil with good. If you're struggling with evil influences in your personal life or overwhelmed with all the terrible things happening in the world today, this episode is for you. Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes--thebiblespeakstoyou.com/277 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

276 – Do you have trouble letting go of things to follow Christ? When Jesus asked Peter and Andrew to leave their nets to follow him, it was a pretty big deal. Fishing was their livelihood. If Jesus walked up to you and asked you to leave your job, your profession, the way you earned money for your family, would you leave it all to follow him? Peter and Andrew immediately left their nets to follow Jesus. Is it possible to follow their example in today's world? This week's episode is all about Start with yourself. Start where you are, with what you’re doing, what you’re involved in. And see where God takes you. Whether you leave your nets all at once to follow Christ or take a more step by step approach, is not as important as actually hearing Christ’s call, be willing to follow, and beginning the journey from where you are right now, however much or little you have left all for Christ in the past. God has given you the ability to hear Christ’s call on your life and empowered you to follow it. He has given you the strength and the courage, to leave your nets, to let go of whatever holds you back. Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes in this episode: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/276 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

275 – Jesus says you are the salt of the earth. What are you doing about it? Recently, my friend Terese said: It's time to take your salt out of the salt shaker. I took that to mean: quit hiding yourself, your God-given gifts and talents, and what you have to contribute to society. Be who God made you to be and share it with the world. Being the salt of the earth can mean lots of things. In the Bible salt had numerous uses and metaphorical meanings. Salt was When Jesus said we are the salt of the earth, he could have been referring to some or all of these uses for salt. In this week's episode, I unpack how all these ways to use and think about salt apply to our lives today. You'll be surprised how I describe adding salt to burnt offerings applies to us today. Your salt is the Christly flavor you bring to your life and all those around you. If you keep this Christlikeness to yourself, it's like having a salt shaker on the table but never putting any salt on your food. If you keep your salt to yourself, you may be the salt, but not the salt of the earth. It’s time to take you salt out of the salt shaker and share your love for Christ with others. Show notes: For a full transcript and all Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/275 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

274 – Putting God first in 2025 First of all, Happy New Year! I wish you all the best in 2025 and that you'll discover more of who God made you to be and live this out in your daily life. A new year is a wonderful time to think about your priorities, to let go of things and thoughts you've outgrown. It's a time to embrace more fully where God is calling you. In this first episode of the new year, I focus on putting God first in your life as your number one priority. I ask and answer the 5 Ws and the 1 H. WhoWhatWhenWhereWhyHow On the surface, the answers to these questions are pretty obvious. But this episode goes deeper to get at the heart of what it means to put God first in your life. Listen now. And let me know how you put God first in your life. Once again: HAPPY NEW YEAR! Show notes: For a full transcription and Bible quotes in this episode: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/274 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

273 – Year in Review for The Bible Speaks to You Podcast 2024 has completed it's designated rounds! I hope your year has been full of spiritual growth and progress. And I hope you'll take some time to reflect on the the things you have to be grateful for and the lessons you've learned this year. This week's episode shares some of the highlights from the podcast this past year. Want to listen to an entire episode? Here are links to all episodes mentioned this week: You Don’t Need Someone Else’s Permission to Do what God Has Called You to DoHow to Be Filled with the Fullness of GodGod Is Always with You, No Matter WhatThe Secret to Spiritual RestorationHow to Be Joyful No Matter what HappensThat's Not the Jesus I Believe InGod Already Knows What You NeedThe Biblical Cure for LonelinessThe Best Motive for Prayer that HealsRedeeming and Healing the PastFinding Peace During Political TurmoilTrusting God No Matter What Happens All blessing for the New Year! Show notes: Full transcript of the clips from each of these episodes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/273 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

272 – When was the last time you read the story of Jesus's birth? Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. How well do you know the story? When was the last time you read the whole thing? In this week's episode, I read the entire Christmas story. That's it. No commentary. No explanations. No historical context or data. Just the story, all by itself, of Jesus's birth. This Christmas, take a few minutes just to listen to the story, you probably know so well. But listen again. Let the Christmas message of Christ's coming sink down into your heart and then shine forth in your life. MERRY CHRISTMAS Show notes: For a full transcript of the Bible passages in Matthew and Luke, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/272 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

271 – How do you celebrate the spiritual meaning of Christmas? The world tries to make us forget about the real reason we celebrate Christmas with its focus on the excess materialism of the day. To keep a spiritual approach to Christmas, the best place to start is focusing on Jesus and all he taught and did. This week I talk about ways to discover the deeper spiritual meaning of Christmas. What would Christmas look like if you took away all the outward celebrations and focused only on Christ? In this episode I share a poem, The Mystic's Christmas*, written by John Greenleaf Whittier, an American poet of the 19th century. It's about an elderly monk who was not joining the other monks in the way they celebrated Christmas. When they asked why, he admitted he used to join in all the festivities, but now he celebrated spiritually in his heart. I wish you a very Merry Christmas season and I hope you discover this year, a whole new and deeper spiritual sense of what Christmas is all about. Is there any way you can de-materialize, even in some small way, how you celebrate Christmas? The world is desperately crying out for this spiritual sense of Christmas you have to offer. Show notes: * To read a full transcript, the Bible quotes and Whittier's poem, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/271 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

270 – Have you ever put yourself into the Christmas story as one of the Bible characters? If you're like me, you've probably read the Christmas story so many times, and seen so many Christmas pageants that it seems like the same story over and over, with nothing new or fresh. But what if you were one of those characters? Which one would you be? Who do you relate to most in the Christmas story? Have you ever seen yourself in the role of: There's actually one more character in the Christmas story I didn't put on the list here, but it's the person we should probably relate to more than anyone else. Listen to find out who it is. As Christmas approaches, take some time to ponder how you can relate to each of the characters in the Christmas story. The more you understand and appreciate their unique roles in the Christmas story, the more you will discover your God given purpose in sharing the good news of Christ. What unique role will you play in the ongoing Christmas story today? Previous episode mentioned: Episode 11: Thank God There Was No Room in the Inn when Jesus Was Born Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes in this episode: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/270 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact

269 – If Jesus walked into your church, would you recognize him? Would he look the way we have imagined him with a beard and flowing hair? Would he be in a coat and tie or in blue jeans and a flannel shirt? I know, this is a totally hypothetical situation, but it's helpful to ask these questions once in a while. In this week's episode I talk about: When you look at someone else and recognize Jesus in them, you will treat them with great love, respect, care, and honor. When you recognize Christ in yourself, you will treat yourself, your body, your mind, your soul and spirit with greater respect, honor and love. When we do this collectively, that’s what church is all about: seeing Christ within each and every one, and treating them accordingly. Show notes: Full transcript and Bible quotes: thebiblespeakstoyou.com/269 Text me your questions or comments. Support the show If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify __________________ James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshopSubscribe to the podcast Praying with the Mindset of Jesus Make a donation Schedule a free one hour coaching call Contact