Have you ever wanted something genuinely God-pleasing to happen—something that wasn't about your own glory—but it still didn't happen? In this episode, we examine Jesus' surprising answer to His disciples' failure and challenge you to see whether you're overlooking two major things in Scripture that can have a profound impact on your walk with Christ.

Matthew 17:14–21
Matthew 4:1–11
Exodus 34:28
1 Samuel 17
Acts 1:3
2 Timothy 1:7

Your life will constantly tell you who you are—but not every voice is telling you the truth. In this short message, we expose what really shapes your identity and why it changes everything when life doesn't go as planned.

Everyone wants God's promises, but few embrace the process He uses to prepare us for them—discover why trusting His journey is just as important as reaching the destination.

Have you ever wondered if there's a prayer you've been praying... without ever saying the words?

This short message might expose something that's been shaping your relationship with God more than you realize.

Inspired by a thought-provoking scene from The Chosen, this episode examines how our expectations of Jesus can sometimes become greater than our trust in Him. Discover why the question, "Who has your heart?", reveals whether you're following Christ—or simply the version of Him you've created in your own mind.

Looking good isn't a sin—but when does self-improvement become self-worship? In this episode, we wrestle with one of the most relevant questions Christians face today: from BBLs and Botox to braces, veneers, and hair transplants, where should followers of Jesus draw the line? Join us as we explore what Scripture says about our bodies, our motives, and whether we're pursuing God's glory or the world's approval.

John 7:24
1 Samuel 16:7
Esther 2:7
Genesis 29:17
Genesis 39:6
1 Samuel 9:2
1 Corinthians 6:19–20
1 Kings 6–7
2 Chronicles 3–4
1 Corinthians 10:23–24
1 Corinthians 10:31
1 Corinthians 8:9
1 Peter 3:3–4
Proverbs 31:30
Philippians 2:3–4
Galatians 1:10

Every year you get older—but does that automatically mean you're becoming more like Christ? In this episode, we compare the marks of spiritually mature and immature Christians, challenge some of the most common misconceptions about growth, and ask the uncomfortable question every believer should answer: Which Christian are you?

Bible Passages: 1 Corinthians 14:20, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Romans 12:9, Hebrews 5:12-14

C.L. joins Charlie Ungemach on the Gird Up Podcast for a conversation that's especially important for anyone trying to follow Jesus in today's culture.

They talked about the pressures facing young Christians, navigating identity in a world that constantly tries to redefine it, standing firm when your faith is unpopular, and why your identity in Christ—not culture—is your greatest confidence. If you've ever wrestled with how to remain faithful without compromising the truth, I think this episode will encourage and challenge you. Go show Charlie and the Gird Up Podcast some love, and let C.L. know what part of the conversation impacted you the most!

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