Judah Smith Podcasty

Are you prepared for God to forgive your enemies? Even as God makes a way to forgive you, he also wants to forgive your enemies. The people you despise, people maybe who hurt you the worst. God desires to forgive those people too.Autor: Churchome

Everywhere you look today, you’ll find politicians, nations, or groups fighting for control and power, money, or prestige. But Jesus introduces us to a new way to be human, a better way to live that brings love, hope, and healing to our world.Autor: Churchome

What does God mean when he says he’s close to you? And his nearness isn’t determined by your behavior. Through every moment, whether you’re winning or failing, doing good or doing bad, God wants you to know he’s with you.Autor: Churchome

What you decide to emphasize in your life has a significant impact on the life that you will live. There will always be bad news, challenges, and pain, but Jesus’ love for you is the best emphasis you can focus on in your life.Autor: Churchome

It’s easy to measure value by actions or performance, but sustaining that standard isn’t possible. You don’t have to be famous, have money, or be a superstar athlete to have value. You have value because you are you and God loves you.Autor: Churchome

Fear and anxiety are all part of our human experience. But they can cause us to overthink and distract us from what’s most important — serving others and setting people up for success on their journey.Autor: Churchome

In this candid conversation between Judah Smith and Craig Groeschel, get a glimpse at how they approach leadership, discipline, parenting, and hear about one of Craig’s daily practices that might surprise you.Autor: Churchome

Who or what do you turn to for guidance? Even if you’re seeking wisdom or answers from God for the first time, you don’t have to barter or make promises to him. He’s ready and willing to provide wisdom, peace, and direction for you today.Autor: Churchome

When you feel the pressure to succeed or achieve more, stress, striving, and unhealthy comparison can rule your life. This story of Jesus’ meeting with Zacchaeus shows that you can get freedom from those practices and pressures.Autor: Churchome

Many people want to discover more about Jesus but don't know where to start. And often, the answers you get from pastors or religious people fail to help you on your faith journey. Here are a few simple ideas to help you get to know Jesus more.Autor: Churchome

Do you ever wonder if you’re really accepted? It’s easy to give into the pressure to perform to fit in—especially when it comes to a relationship with God. But Jesus completed his work so we could have confidence that we are accepted now, as is.Autor: Churchome

With all there may be to look forward to in life, how are you doing right now? Do you feel exhausted from striving to keep up? This message helps remind you of what Jesus has provided for your life — the focus, hope, and inspiration to keep you going.Autor: Churchome

With anxiety and burnout on the rise, learning to rest has become critical for physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Rest is an act of worship that demonstrates trust in God. No matter how busy life feels, God wants to help you find rest today.Autor: Churchome

Ever made a promise that you failed to keep? The accompanying guilt can easily make you feel like you deserve second best. But Jesus showed his followers that, even in their failure, he wants to give them the very best and he wants the same for you.Autor: Churchome

Ever made a promise that you failed to keep? The accompanying guilt can easily make you feel like you deserve second best. But Jesus showed his followers that, even in their failure, he wants to give them the very best and he wants the same for you.Autor: Churchome

Do you ever feel that life is throwing problems your way before you have time to recover? Jesus knew his followers would face hardship and he didn't promise them escape, but he promised a foundation for them to stand on through each crisis.Autor: Churchome

Every day brings plenty of reasons to worry. But Jesus would not have said 'do not worry' if He didn't already have a plan and purpose for you. In this message, Chelsea will show how to learn from Jesus and replace worry in your life with wonder.Autor: Churchome

Do you ever feel like you're better than others? We're told not to compare, but it's difficult to meet that standard. In this message, we can learn from Jesus how to change our perspective, avoid this pitfall, and stay desperate for God.Autor: Churchome

Have you ever paused to consider the concept of rest and sleep? It's a bit confusing in our country. Is it good, bad, a strength or weakness? Some of us often feel shame admitting you're tired. Listen to this message on Jesus teaching about rest.Autor: Churchome

Religion and Christianity may seem complex. But one thing will always be simple — though not always easy to remember — the main reason to gather as a church family is to remember and review who Jesus is, what he did, and what he is now doing.Autor: Churchome

If you wonder what God would say, do, or respond in any situation, you don't need to look any further than Jesus. In the Bible, Jesus says, "If you have seen me, you have seen the Father." Here are 3 specific reasons supporting this claim.Autor: Churchome

Have you ever struggled with being indecisive? One of the big reasons you may feel this way now is how challenging life has been the past few years. But one of the most important decisions you can make in life is deciding what you really want.Autor: Churchome

If you've ever felt like you're not talented enough, strong enough, smart enough, or courageous enough, you're not alone. Through Jesus' story we see that He wants to meet you where you're at and help you see that He is enough so we don't have to be.Autor: Churchome

What are you worried about today? What may be giving you anxiety? It’s easy to feel stuck in problems. But God is present with you today. No matter what you’re facing here and now, God wants to help you overcome.Autor: Churchome

Jesus is the ultimate path to truth. When we live on our own path, often based out of self will, we tend to harbor unforgiveness and frustration. However, when we follow Jesus' truth, in God's way, we experience peace and joy beyond life's circumstances.Autor: Churchome

On this day of resurrection, we remember the ultimate gift solely by Jesus giving up his life. God loves us despite any rules we follow, our efforts, our goodness, the information we know, or the ceremonies we take part in. In fact, none of that matters to him. Jesus died and rose again, so that we'd come to him as we are - not by what we do.…

Do you find yourself stuck, in bondage, or marked by failure? It’s all too easy to think you have to strive or fight to get out of that position. But Jesus wants to set you free now. Not because of your discipline or focus or anything you’ve done; it’s because he loves you deeply and unconditionally and his grace will always be enough for you.…

When we feel like life has lost meaning and purpose, some of it might be connected to a misunderstanding of what the truth actually is. The real truth does not lie in this world, but from God outside of it. He's not of this finite realm, however, he lives hand-in-hand with us as we navigate it. When we turn to God and what Jesus has done for us, we…

The third most talked about subject in Jesus’ ministry was money. Our emotions, attentions, and passion are connected to our bank accounts. We may not want to talk publicly about money, but Jesus knows the affect it has on your life. He wants to help you see that there is a better way to approach your relationship and practices with your finances.…

It's simple: the more we know, the less we rely on Jesus. Too much knowledge can develop a "know-it-all" attitude for anyone, but sometimes Jesus asks us to put our knowledge aside in order to be open, humble, and to rely on him for answers.Autor: Churchome

Are you really living? What does it take to truly come alive? The sin in our world is what keeps people from this potential. At one point or another we all have succumbed to the lure of sin. But Jesus showed up and gave you a path forward, forgiven of your sins, so you can come alive with him.Autor: Churchome

Some of us can be set in our ways on how we approach life and our relationship with God. Those ways can lead to striving, stress and exhaustion; even climbing our own hypothetical trees to be closer to Jesus, just as Zacchaeus once did. But Jesus wants us to hurry down those trees for a deeper relationship and dependence on him.…

There are situations where all of us feel afraid when we’re alone — even when those fears are completely irrational. But when another person is with us in those moments, those fears often dissipate. Having someone by our side changes the atmosphere. In your day-to-day life, in every situation, Jesus is with you. He reminds us of that with his last …

We've all held grudges at some point in our lives, but did you know that's the opposite of worship to God? When we don't forgive others, we actually hold ourselves captive from the freedom God wants for us. Resentment can be too strong a power to release on our own, but that's where Jesus steps in! As we learn to let go each day, he heals and deliv…

No matter who you are, what you’ve done, or where you’re at, Jesus accepts you. He’s not waiting for you to clean up your life, fix your mistakes, or become some idealized person others expect you to be. Right now, he’s here, waiting to welcome and accept you.Autor: Churchome

We've all tried to start new habits only for some to fall short after a period of time. But there's one habit Jesus calls us to build when living out a righteous life, and that's the habit of confession; the habit of using our words kindly and encouraging those around us. The power of our words not only impact other people, but it also portrays Jes…

Why would a perfect God hang out with bad people? Three stories Jesus’ shared encapsulate this paradox; a perfect, holy, just God seeking out, spending time with, caring for, and unconditionally loving people who are nothing like he is. This gift, this grace, is available for free to every single person and leads us into radical life-change.…

Jesus wants to create new life within us. When we feel lost in the wilderness, or trying to survive on our own in the desert, Jesus promises us refreshment. He promises rejuvenation as he walks through the hard times with us. It may not sound easy, but we can always count on God to be there with us.Autor: Churchome

It's easy to look at God and the world through the lens of what we already know. Whether that be from our personal life experiences or by traditions passed onto us through generations, Jesus asks us to look beyond what we know in order to change. The continuous changing of our minds and hearts is necessary to live and look more like Jesus, and to l…

An honest conversation with Judah Smith and historian Jemar Tisby.Autor: Churchome

Even when we want to hide from God, he always comes looking for us calling us back to the truth of his love. The truth of his love helps us see Jesus for who he really is as well as see ourselves the way God sees us because of Jesus. In this, we can then see others the way God sees them and honor the image of God in all people.…

An impactful conversation with Judah Smith and Emmanuel Acho - former NFL-linebacker and coveted author.Autor: Churchome

God intentionally created all human beings to look like him; all of us. History tells us that over centuries, the sin of mankind has distorted some of God's beautiful images of race and culture to be less than and frowned upon. However, that's not how God treats us or how Jesus lived. Race is beautiful. All skin tones are beautiful. All of God's cr…

God created every man, woman, boy and girl in his likeness; he beautifully and purposely chose our race, ethnicity, backgrounds and culture. He wants his children to love others different from us, just as Jesus did. We better understand God, each other, and who we are simply by keeping our eyes on Jesus!…

God sent his son as the ultimate gift, demonstrating to us just how much he loves us through the sacrifice of Jesus. As a result, we are forgiven of all wrongdoing and no longer have to live under the umbrella of sin and shame.Autor: Churchome

When we live in the righteousness and grace of Jesus, we learn to respond to life with gratitude. As a result, we can expect to experience true peace and joy in the presence of God!Autor: Churchome

Jesus prizes and values each human being. The Bible calls us to outdo one another in honoring one another. Practicing daily honor is a righteous habit.Autor: Churchome

Rest is a response to what Jesus has done; it’s a sacred habit. God neither slumbers nor sleeps, but he watches over you while you rest and can even accomplish great things while you sleep.Autor: Churchome

Right standing with God is not a matter of rules. Our performance can’t make us right with God, only Jesus’s performance does that for us.Autor: Churchome

God is the ultimate giver of gifts. He initiates the gift, only intends to give with no hidden agenda, and he gives himself—laying down his life that whosoever believes may have everlasting life.Autor: Churchome