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The Wake of Choice - Strong 7 - (S5,E43)

The Focus Point Podcast Oct 11, 2023

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I’m Bored - Inside Out 4 - (S6,E32)

We are all going to experience boredom in our life. There is really no way to avoid it. But being bored is not really the problem. It is the attitude and choices that we make while we are bored. In this episode, we are going to look at a moment of boredom in David’s life and how he handled it.

BIBLE PASSAGES USED: 2 Samuel 11:1-4, 2 Samuel 11:27, 1 Timothy 5:13

Jul 24, 202432:39

Who Told You That? (Embarrassment/Shame) - Inside Out 3 - (S6,E31)

In this episode, we take a look at a question that one of the pastors in my life used many years ago and stuck with me ever since I heard him say it. It is a very subtle question from a very familiar story in the book of Genesis. This question helps us realize that what we sometimes hear is not God talking, but what we hear is coming from someone else. Let’s dive in together. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Genesis 2:25-3:11, Revelation 12:10-11a, Revelation 3:20 and Romans 10:9-10+13. BIBLE PASSAGES REFERENCED: John 8:44 and Matthew 4:1-11

Jul 17, 202430:34

Fear Is A Killer - Inside Out 2 - (S6,E30)

In this episode, we are going to discuss how…. fear is a killer. Fear robs us of our happiness. Fear robs us of joy. Fear robs us in our relationships. Fear robs us of our progress. Fear robs us of things we don’t know we are being robbed of. Fear has robbed us in the past. Fear robs us in the present. Fear robs us in the future. Fear is a killer. Fear kills our dreams. Fear kills our goals. Fear kills relationships. Fear kills what God has for us. Fear is a killer. BUT GOD…. has something different say. Let’s dive in together! BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Samuel 17 and Philippians 4:12-13

Jul 10, 202431:12

Anger - Inside Out 1 - (S6,E29)

SERIES DETAILS: It’s time to go to the movies! This year for our annual At The Movies series, we are going to be looking one movie and the characters in that movie. This year we are going to be looking at the movie Inside Out. So I guess you could say that this year’s At The Movies series will be emotional…. Anyway, let’s dive in!

EPISODE DETAILS: In the first episode of the series, we are going to be looking at one the funniest, even though it’s not really funny, emotions from the movie - ANGER. We are going to see how anger affects us in many different ways and how we can do better when it comes to our anger.

BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 4:12-13 and Ephesians 4:26-32

Jul 03, 202429:12

Why Are There So Many Different Translations of The Bible? - From The Vault - (S6,E28)

EPISODE DETAILS: Bible translations can be an interesting thing to navigate. But what if I told you they are there to help us understand the Word of God even more. There are so many different Bible translations and it seems that many people have their favorite translation that they like to use. They also have their opinions on what they think is the “correct” translation. But is there a right or wrong translation? If we understand the idea behind the different translations then we might not get so up in arms about the matter.

SERIES NOTE: It is important to note here that the episodes in this series are going to be presented in their original form.

BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Matthew 13:19 and John 3:16

OTHER RESOURCES: Download the free YouVersion Bible app. This is a handy app that gives you the Bible on your phone. The app has many different translations of the Bible. You can also take notes and highlight verses as well. It’s real handy tool.

Jun 26, 202431:06

Where Do I Start and How Do I Understand It All? - From The Vault - (S6,E27)

EPISODE DETAILS: Over the years, two questions that I have often got about the Bible are 1) Where do I start reading the Bible? and 2) How do I understand it all? These questions are good. Where to start reading the Bible is a solid question. It is hard to know where to start with such a big book. Then understanding the Bible is another great question and speaks to the point that the Bible can be hard to understand and confusing at many points. In the episode , I hope to provide a little bit of an answer to these questions. SERIES NOTE: It is important to note here that the episodes in this series are going to be presented in their original form.

BIBLE PASSAGES USED: 2 Timothy 3:16 and Hebrews 4:12a

OTHER RESOURCES:

1. Download the free YouVersion Bible app. This is a handy app that gives you the Bible on your phone. The app has many different translations of the Bible. You can also take notes and highlight verses as well. It’s real handy tool.

2. Start in the Gospel of John. Also check out the other gospels as well Matthew, Mark, and Luke. This will help you really understand who Jesus is and what He did for you.

3. Don’t try to understand everything all at once. There is always new things to discover in the pages of the Bible. Let God help you understand the Bible. Go on a journey with Him and see what he reveals to you. But you can also grab some commentaries and books to help you.

Jun 19, 202423:57

May 01, 202420:48

Rejoice and Watch Out! - I’ve Got The Joy 9 - (S6,E19)

In this episode, we are going to see Paul remind us of the theme of his letter and how he writes these things to keep our faith safe. Paul also warns us of 3 things that we need to watch out for as we go through life as followers of Jesus. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 3:1-3

Apr 24, 202432:50

Examples to Follow - I’ve Got The Joy 8 - (S6,E18)

We are at the halfway point in our study in the book of Philippians. In this episode, we are going to be looking at 2 people (Timothy and Epaphroditus) that Paul praises for their work and efforts for Jesus. Through this praise that Paul gives these 2 people, we can see that some people examples of what Paul has been talking about in the beginning part of his letter. BIBLE PASSAGE USED: Philippians 2:19-30. WEBSITE REFERENCED in this episode: gotquestions.org

Apr 17, 202425:50

The Christ Shine - I’ve Got The Joy 7 - (S6,E17)

In this episode, we return to the “I’ve Got The Joy” series. We are going to be looking at the encouragement that Paul has for us as he talks about how we can shine like Christ and why light is important. Paul also discusses how we are still a work in progress and that God is with us. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 2:12-18, Joshua 1:8, John 13:34-35, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:111

Apr 10, 202430:37

Fighting Your Battles - Rest Episode II - (S6,E16)

As we enter a one week rest following Easter, we wanted to do a special episode we simply call “Rest Episode”. In this special episode, we are going to look back at two of episodes (first and last) from a series we did in 2021 called “How To Fight Your Battles”. We are going to look at Israel crossing the Red Sea and the story of Joesph. We hope that you are encouraged by what you hear.

Please note: the episodes used to make up this episode are in their original form and unedited.

BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Exodus 14 and Genesis 37-50

SONGS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: “Surrounded (Fight My Battles)” by Michael W. Smith, 2018 and Elevation Worship “See A Victory”, 2019

This episode references the lyrics of songs. The meaning of the lyrics and the songs in this episode are my own interpretation.

Apr 03, 202427:33

Elevated (Easter) - For The Joy 3 - (S6,E15)

Saturday was silent. But Sunday is here! In this episode, we are going to look at the Resurrection story as it is recorded in the gospel of Mark. We will also be finishing our Holy Week series “For The Joy” as we also continue to look at the book of Philippians. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Mark 16:1-8 and Philippians 2:9-11

Mar 31, 202433:16

Though He Was God… (Good Friday) - For The Joy 2 - (S6,E14)

Today is Good Friday. It is right for us to remember and reflect on what Jesus did for us on this day many years ago. In response, in this episode, we are going to spend some time looking at the Good Friday events and reading them as they are recorded in the gospel of Mark. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 2:6-8 and Mark 14:42-15:47

Mar 29, 202430:12

The Jesus Attitude (Palm Sunday) - For The Joy 1 - (S6,E13)

Today, we are starting a Holy Week mini-series called “For The Joy”. The title of the series comes from Hebrews 12:2-3. As we go through the events of Holy Week, we will be continuing our study of the book of Philippians and will be looking at Philippians 2:3-11. We will also be looking at the Gospel accounts of the Holy Week events. In this episode, we are going to see how we can look to interest of others more the ourselves. How do we do that? The Jesus Attitude. What is the Jesus attitude? Let’s dive in together. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 2:3-5, Hebrews 12:2-3, and Mark 11:1-11

Mar 24, 202429:42

Unity Goals - I’ve Got The Joy 6 - (S6,E12)

In this episode, we are going to see how Paul recaps what he said in chapter 1. He also shows us helpful ways to reach the goal of unity with each other, other people, and any one else we are called to have unity with! Let’s dive in! BIBLE PASSAGES USED Philippians 2:1-2

Mar 20, 202429:52

As Kingdom Citizens - I’ve Got The Joy 5 - (S6,E11)

In this episode, Paul shares with us that how we conduct ourselves with other people and each other is very important. Also, he shares with us how we conduct ourselves in the face of conflict (or struggles) is important too. Finally, he shares with us how we can do all of this because we have Jesus on our side! BIBLE PASSAGE USED: Philippians 1:27-30.

Mar 13, 202428:51

The Jesus Focus - I’ve Got The Joy 4 - (S6,E10)

What would happen if we kept our focus on Jesus? How do we view our situations or circumstances differently? How do we view our work for Christ? In this episode, Paul gives us a little bit insight into these very questions. BIBLE PASSAGES USED: Philippians 1:20-26, John 15:1-8, and John 16:33

Mar 06, 202433:54

Nothing is Wasted - I’ve Got The Joy 3 - (S6,E9)

As we continue on in the I’ve Got The Joy series, we are going to be looking at how God doesn’t waste anything that happens in our life. Paul encourages us when he shares how he was in prison, God still used him when he sang songs and kept his focus on Jesus. God can use our stories no matter how they look or what is in them. Also, Paul encourages us to do things for the right reasons - heart posture - and why that is important and how we can still have joy! BIBLE PASSAGES USED - Philippians 1:12-19

Feb 28, 202435:12

A Heart Overflowing With Love - I’ve Got The Joy 2 - (S6,E8)

In this episode of the “I’ve Got The Joy” series, we are going to be looking at the next section of Philippians 1. We are going to see how Paul encourages us that God will complete the work He starts in our lives, how are heart posture changes the way we look at people and life circumstances, and how we should be overflowing with love! Let’s dive in! BIBLE PASSAGE USED IN THIS EPISODE: Philippians 1:3-11, Luke 6:45, John 15:1-8

Feb 21, 202437:17

A Strange Yet Wonderful Beginning - I’ve Got The Joy 1 - (S6,E7)

We are beginning our series in the book of Philippians called “I’ve Got The Joy”. In this episode, we are going to look at the backstory of the church in Phillipi. The people it was started with and the unique way the church was started. So, let’s dive in!

BIBLE PASSAGES USED IN THIS EPISODE: Philippians 1:1-2 and Acts 16:11-40

Feb 14, 202433:54

God, What Are You Doing? - Episode 200! - (S6,E6)

This a question that I am sure you have heard before. You might have said it yourself or you might have heard it from someone else. We have all been in a place where we have asked God this question. In this special episode, we are going to look at a story in the Bible where two sisters asked this question - directly to Jesus - and how Jesus responds is pretty shocking!

BIBLE PASSAGE USED IN THIS EPISODE: John 11 - with focus on John 11:30-37

Feb 07, 202443:31

The Antichrist and The Mark of the Beast - In The End 5 - (S6,E5)

In the final episode of the “In The End” series, we are going to be looking at the main leader of the Tribulation period. We will also be talking about the mark of the beast and what that means for the world.

BIBLE PASSAGES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

1 John 2:18

Revelation 13

Revelation 14:9-11

Revelation 15:2

Revelation 16:2

Revelation 19:20

Revelation 20:4

2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Matthew 24:15

Jan 31, 202439:17

The Tribulation - In The End 4 - (S6,E4)

In this episode, we are going to look at a very real event that will happen "soon" as stated in the Bible. We are going to look at the different events and things that will happen during the Tribulation.

BIBLE PASSAGES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:
Revelation 1
Revelation 6-19
Daniel 9:24-27
Mark 13:19-20

WEBSITE REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: bible.org/illustration/events-tribulation-period

Jan 24, 202444:41

The Rapture and The Second Coming - In The End 3 - (S6,E3)

In this episode of the “In The End” series, we are going to look at two very similar yet different events. The Bible is clear that the Rapture and the Second Coming both take place, however, they each have a purpose. Let’s dive into the Bible and see what these two events are all about!

BIBLE PASSAGES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:
1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:9
1 Corinthians 15:50-58
Revelation 3:10
Genesis 6-9

Jan 17, 202431:19

Heaven and Hell - In The End 2 - (S6,E2)

As we continue on in this series, we are going to be looking at 2 very real and eternal places - Heaven and Hell. The Bible is clear that both of these places are very real. In this episode, we are going to see how the Bible describes both of them.

Bible passages referenced in this episode:

HELL

Revelation 20:10, 14-15 and Revelation 21:8

Matthew 25:41, 22:13, 8:12, 3:12, 5:29-30

Mark 9:43-49

Luke 16:23-24

Daniel 12:2

2 Thessalonians 1:9

Revelation 14:10-11

HEAVEN

Revelation 21:1-4, 10-27 and 22:1-6

John 14:1-4