The ZealousHomes Podcast

Episode No. 41 | Gratitude Across Life's Domains! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Embark on a transformative journey with Wayne Sullivan in this episode of The ZealousHomes Podcast, where faith and daily life intersect in a symphony of zeal. 🌟 In the second episode of our new series "Cultivating a Grateful Heart," we continue to explore the timeless practice of gratitude from a Christian perspective. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary realm of "Gratitude Across Life Domains."

🚀 In this episode, we break free from the ordinary and explore how gratitude isn't just a sentiment; it's a catalyst for profound change. From the workplace to the heart of families and the sanctuary of personal well-being, we unravel biblical accounts that defy expectations and practical tips that can reshape your daily experiences.

📜 Grounded in timeless biblical wisdom, we'll navigate through Colossians, Ephesians, and Philippians, discovering the spiritual richness that gratitude brings to every aspect of our lives.

💼 Explore how gratitude transforms the workplace, fostering a culture of acknowledgment and joy. 🏡 Witness the strengthening of family bonds through everyday expressions of thanks. Uncover the profound impact of gratitude on personal well-being, as it becomes a cornerstone for contentment and joy.

Episode No. 40 | The Grateful Heart Blueprint! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Embark on a transformative journey with Wayne Sullivan in this episode of The ZealousHomes Podcast, where faith and daily life intersect in a symphony of zeal. 🌟 In the first episode of our new series "Cultivating a Grateful Heart," we explore the timeless practice of gratitude from a Christian perspective. We hope to provide something of a Grateful Heart Blueprint!

📖 Uncover the biblical foundation of gratitude as we delve into scriptures that remind us to give thanks, no matter our circumstances. But this isn't just a theoretical exploration – we're diving deep into practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. From keeping a gratitude journal to mindful practices and weaving thankfulness into your prayers, these are tools to infuse your life with joy.

🙋🏼 Personal stories bring the principles to life, showcasing the profound impact gratitude can have on our relationships, joy amidst challenges, and our overall well-being.

Episode No. 39 | Desiring to Know God's Ways! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

On Episode #39, we are discussing the importance of desiring to know God's ways, along with a practical tip to help you long to live more zealously to know God's ways. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together! Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!‌

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Episode No. 38 | An Urgent Plea to Pray for Israel | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Today, on Episode #38, we are issuing an urgent appeal for believers to pray for Israel. We are going to address what is currently occuring in Israel, why we should care and zealously pray, and how we can pray for the peace of Israel. Our desire at ZealousHomes is to help Christians ignite a stunning zeal as you live out your sensational journey in following after Christ. We believe that part of faithful discipleship is faithful obedience to God’s word. ‌There are many verses in the Bible where God speaks about His covenantal love for Israel and how His people should pray for the peace of Israel. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together! Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!‌

Episode No. 37 | Cultivating Unshakable Hope: Five Practical Tips for Believers | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Today, on Episode #37, we are going to discuss 5 practical tips for cultivating unshakable hope in uncertain times. Life can be a turbulent ride, with twists and turns that make us feel like we're on a roller coaster without seat belts. But fear not, Zealous Nation, because in the Bible, God has given us a treasure trove of wisdom that can anchor our hope and keep us steady in even the stormiest of seas. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together! Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!‌

Episode No. 36 | Overcoming An Ancient and Dreadfully Mysterious Word! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Today, on Episode #36, we meditate on a fearful biblical topic and find motivation for overcoming it. There is a mysterious word that from ancient times all the way up to our modern day has served us as a symbol of fear and dread. What is this harsh word that serves as a symbol of fear and dread? So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together! Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!‌

Episode No. 33 | Have Christians Left Their Brains at the Door? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

On Episode No. 35, we are discussing why we have to be very careful when we reference God in our discussions with others. We are going to be talking about theism, deism, pantheism, and polytheism. We are going to examine the nature of God as it relates to His Immanence and Transcendence. So put your thinking caps on and join us for an uplifting discussion on this edition of Theology Thursday!

Episode No. 34 | Lessons I've Learned After 15 Years of Marriage! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Today, on Episode #34, Wayne shares with you some of his personal insights concerning marriage after 15 years of marital bliss. ‌Join him as we meditate on this biblical topic for life and happiness. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together! Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!‌

Episode No. 33 | Have Christians Left Their Brains at the Door? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

Did you know a tragedy is occurring right now? You will not hear about it on your favorite news source. But it is real and very dangerous. Many Christians are leaving their brains at the door of life. What does God want us to do with the minds He has given us? Can we know God? Is faith reasonable? All that and more on today's episode. So put your thinking caps on! Let’s learn about the reasonableness of our faith. Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!

Episode No. 32 | Inspiration from a Father & Son Relationship Found In Scripture! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Today, on Episode #32, we have a though-provoking topic to discuss revolving around relationships in the body of Christ.‌ Jesus meant for His church to be very relational, not corporate or business-minded. The relational example we are going to look at today is one that we should all seek to emulate. As we strive to fan the flame of our stunning zeal along our separate, yet connected sensational journeys, we should always seek to embrace those along our way.

Episode No. 31 | What is Biblical Inerrancy & Infallibility? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

Sufficiency means that the Bible is sufficient for salvation and faithful obedience. Scripture contains all we need for knowing God and answering our need for salvation. It has everything we need to guide us to the source of salvation in Jesus Christ. Today, on episode #31, we are going to address the question, “Is the Bible enough?” So put your thinking caps on! Let’s learn about Biblical Sufficiency. Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!

Episode No. 30 | Savoring the Word of God | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

Join us as we meditate on God’s Word and the pleasure it provides us. So, grab your Bible, and let's embark on this faith-filled journey together!

Episode No. 29 | What is Biblical Inerrancy & Infallibility? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

In our last Theology Thursday podcast, we discussed how God inspired the writers of Scripture to record His words so that we could know Him and His plan for creation, and ultimately, our salvation. So we are declaring that the Bible in front of us claims to be the inspired word of God. And since God is infallible and doesn’t lie, we say the Bible doesn’t as well. Today, on episode #29, we are going to examine the ideas of inerrancy and infallibility. So put your thinking caps on! We are going to answer the question, “What is Biblical Inerrancy and Infallibility?” Are you ready? Let’s get our zealous on!

Episode No. 28 | The World Is Our Playground! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

In this fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the demands and distractions of everyday life. But as believers, we're called to view the world through a different lens—a lens that allows us to embrace the journey, with all of the joys, challenges, and opportunities around us while keeping our ultimate destination in mind. So, how can we cultivate this perspective?

Episode No. 27 | What is Biblical Inspiration? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

How can the Bible be bread to live by? How can it be living and active? How can it discern the thoughts and intentions of our hearts? Today, on episode #27, we are going to look at the question of "what is biblical inspiration?" Why is it important? (and) Why does it matter? So put your thinking caps on! We are going to answer the question, “What is Biblical Inspiration?” Wonder anew at the miracle you hold when you pick up your copy of God’s word or open it in the Bible app on your smart phone. Drink deeply from its well and allow it to stoke in your heart the flame of a stunning zeal for your sensational journey in following Christ.

Episode No. 26 | Five Benefits of the House Church! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

The benefits of a house church include relational intimacy, interactive worship, spiritual growth and discipleship, meeting individual needs, and fostering mission and outreach. These are only five benefits, many others could be added, but this hopefully gives you an idea of what our house church looks like. By gathering in homes, believers can experience the beauty of authentic community and deep connections, following the example of the early Church.

Episode No. 25 | The Miracle of the Bible: Part Three | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

Before we begin looking at things like the inspiration, inerrancy, and sufficiency of God’s word, let’s hit the pause button and simply meditate on the miracle that we have in the Bible. Wonder anew at the miracle you hold when you pick up your copy of God’s word or open it in the Bible app on your smart phone. Drink deeply from its well and allow it to stoke in your heart the flame of a stunning zeal for your sensational journey in following Christ.

Episode No. 24 | Cultivating a Love for God's Word Within Our Children! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

One of our greatest sacred duties in life, as parents, is to cultivate a love for God and His Word with the hearts of our children. In this episode, we hope to motivate you in your duty by providing you a few practical ways to apply Psalm 119:105 in your life and your home. Stay tuned as Wayne shares some great ideas on how to cultivate your children's heart to love God and His Word even more.

Episode No. 23 | The Miracle of the Bible: Part Two | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday, we share a brief episode to help you understand the basics of theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

Before we begin looking at things like the inspiration, inerrancy, and sufficiency of God’s word, let’s hit the pause button and simply meditate on the miracle that we have in the Bible. Wonder anew at the miracle you hold when you pick up your copy of God’s word or open it in the Bible app on your smart phone. Drink deeply from its well and allow it to stoke in your heart the flame of a stunning zeal for your sensational journey in following Christ.

Episode No. 22 | A Godly Mother's Legacy! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday, we share a brief episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

No matter your past, don’t dread Mother’s day, rather change your perspective. I know for some of you, Mother’s day is a hard. It is a day that you’d rather avoid at all costs. Remember, God can take any of his daughters and turn them into royal princesses who can bring him great glory by allowing Him to work through them and leave behind them a legacy of faithfulness that will inspire others who come behind you.

Episode No. 21 | The Miracle of the Bible: Part One | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday we share a short episode to help you understand the basics of Theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

Before we begin looking at things like the inspiration, inerrancy, and sufficiency of God’s word, let’s hit the pause button and simply meditate on the miracle that we have in the Bible. Wonder anew at the miracle you hold when you pick up your copy of God’s word or open it in the Bible app on your smart phone. Drink deeply from its well and allow it to stoke in your heart the flame of a stunning zeal for your sensational journey in following Christ.

Episode No. 20 | The Divine Need for Relational Intimacy! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday we share a short episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

There is within each of us a divine need for relational intimacy. God did not create us to be left alone. Whether we are married or single, it makes no difference, we all need others in our lives. Get to know your friends, your children, your family, your spouse, and especially your God in a deeper, more meaningful way this week.

Episode No. 19 | What is Special Revelation? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday we share a 10-minute episode to help you understand the basics of Theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

The whole point of revelation is to reveal the triune Godhead of whom, the Son, Jesus Christ is the bearer of Salvation to humanity. God has revealed Himself in two major ways: through Creation and through Christ and the Scriptures, which informs us how God has spoken directly to humanity. In this episode, we are going to focus on how God has revealed Himself through Scripture, which theologians call "Special" or "Particular Revelation."

Episode No. 18 | The Difference Encouragement Makes! | Monday Motivational Moment with ZealousHomes

Every Monday we share a short episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

What a gift encouragement is to our souls! We need this gift exercised more frequently in the body of Christ. Some of us are especially gifted encouragers, lean in to that gift if you are. For those of us that are not as skilled, let us strive to grow in that gift, knowing that Scripture holds us responsible to encourage one another.

Episode No. 17 | What is General Revelation? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday we share a 10-minute episode to help you understand the basics of Theology. Each Thursday, we examine a different aspect of Biblical Theology to help you grow in your knowledge of God, apply that knowledge to your life, and share it with your family and friends. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

The whole point of revelation is to reveal the triune Godhead of whom, the Son, Jesus Christ is the bearer of Salvation to humanity. God has revealed Himself in two major ways: through Creation and through Christ and the Scriptures, which informs us how God has spoken directly to humanity. In this episode, we are going to focus on how God has revealed Himself through Creation, which theologians call "General" or "Natural Revelation."

Every Monday we share a short episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

What is Doctrine? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday we share a 10-minute episode to help you understand the basics of Theology. Each week we seek to define a part of or a term that will help you grow in your understanding of Biblical Theology. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

In short, doctrine means a teaching. We find the word doctrine in the New Testament under the Greek words, didachḗ, didaskalí. They are used 21 times in the New Testament. Doctrine should always be soundly grounded in the Scriptures so that the believer in Christ can be adequately taught and equipped for faithful service. Listen along to learn more about this great word full of meaning.

Every Monday we share a short episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey.

What is Theology? | Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes

Every Thursday we share a 10-minute episode to help you understand the basics of Theology. Each week we seek to define a part of or a term that will help you grow in your understanding of Biblical Theology. Listen in every Thursday for a new Theology Thursday with ZealousHomes! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey!

In short, theology is the study of God. The Greek word for God is, θεός, (theos). The ending -ology, means a branch or science of knowledge, like in biology, geology, and of course in our term Theology. In this episode, we dive into the word Theology and discover what it is, why it's important, and how we are going to help you learn it.

Zealous Monday Motivational Moments No. 1.

Every Monday we share a short episode to motivate you to tackle your week for Christ. Listen in every Monday for a new Motivational Moment! Our goal is to help motivate and support you as you ignite a stunning zeal for your sensational journey

In this episode we are concluding our special Thanksgiving Series. We have been asking a series of questions centered around the theme of God's image. 

‌Can you believe that Thanksgiving is almost here? Most of our nation, especially retailers, have jumped straight from Halloween to Christmas. Thanksgiving is often an afterthought, a gap filler while we wait for Christmas. ‌At ZealousHomes, we do not want to simply fill the gap. We are committed to the idea that Thanksgiving is a holiday worth celebrating. While it is a great thing to have a yearly celebration, should we not be grateful... every day? But are we grateful... every day in every way? 

Beginning with this episode, we are starting a special Thanksgiving Series. We are going to be asking a series of questions centered around the theme..."Are you grateful?" In this episode, we are asking the question, "Are you grateful for being made in God's image? " What has the "Imago Dei" got to do with being grateful? Listen along to find out! We are about to dive into the divine Imago Dei and discover something to truly be grateful for. Are you ready? Let's get our zealous on!

Happy Thanksgiving from ZealousHomes! 

What’s so special about veterans? Why do they get a special holiday like Veterans Day? It seems that some people have been asking these questions for years, which doesn’t surprise me. So, what makes veterans special?‌ On this episode, we are going to examine that question. We believe this is a conversation that needs to be had. We need to have it in our homes, with our kids, in our churches, among our peers, and everywhere else we can! So are you ready to dive in? Let’s get our zealous on!

On today's episode, Wayne interviews Brian Kluth, the National Director of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) Financial Health and spokesperson for the Bless Your Pastor movement. Today's show isn't all about pastors. Our discussion really revolves around every individual Christian and how we can better live to God's glory by loving well. In the process, you can learn how to help your pastor receive a free $200 Amazon Gift Card through bless your pastor's "Easy as 1. 2. 3." Campaign. The lessons learned here should apply all throughout the church, so grab your coffee and enjoy the show. 

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On today's episode, Wayne is going to define Christian zeal. He will dive into the Scriptures and explain what Christian zeal is and how we can begin to set ourselves on a pathway toward igniting a stunning zeal in our own lives. We hope you enjoy. Below is a link to the original blog article that this podcast is based upon.

We would also love to hear from you! Tell us what kind of questions or topics you would like for us to address in future shows. As always, Live Zealously!

Wayne is going to begin to address the lack of and need for Christian zeal. Today, Wayne gets a little personal and tells you his backstory. He lets you know how he has come to understand what zeal looks like and why we need it. In the next show, he will dive into the Scriptures and explain what Christian zeal is and how we can begin to set ourselves on a pathway toward igniting a stunning zeal in our own lives. We hope you enjoy. Below is a link to the original blog article that this podcast is based upon. 

We would also love to hear from you! Tell us what kind of questions or topics you would like for us to address in future shows. As always, Live Zealously!