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Pod Pastor Mike

Pod Pastor Mike

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Bringing new light to the beautiful Gospel of Christ© Christianity Spirituality
Episodes
  • A Living Sacrifice for God
    Feb 10 2026
    What does it mean to be a living sacrifice? In Romans 12, Paul challenges us to break free from the world's patterns and transform our lives through complete surrender to God. This isn't about dead religion—it's about vibrant, daily commitment to His will. The choice is stark: conform to the world or conform to God's design. Real transformation happens when we offer our whole selves—body, mind, and spirit—to Him. When we humble ourselves, serve others genuinely, and refuse to repay evil with evil, we reflect Christ's light in dark places. Here's the radical part: blessing those who persecute us, feeding our enemies when they're hungry, and letting God handle vengeance. This is what living sacrifice looks like. It's not easy, but it's the path to freedom from bitterness and the key to authentic Christian witness. Ready to break the mold and live differently? Romans 12:1-21 shows us how.
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    19 mins
  • Wisdom in a Conforming World
    Feb 3 2026
    This episode explores the Christian calling to discernment and transformation in an increasingly hostile culture. Drawing from Romans 11:25-12:2, the message emphasizes understanding God's will, making daily choices guided by divine wisdom rather than cultural conformity, and maintaining a lifestyle that honors Christ through focused transformation and submission. The teaching unfolds God's redemptive plan for both Jews and Gentiles, highlighting how His promises are irrevocable and His mercy extends to all humanity. The core message challenges believers to resist conforming to worldly patterns and instead allow the Holy Spirit to transform their minds, enabling them to live fully in God's will. This transformation is presented as the antidote to the ever-shifting opinions of society, grounding believers in absolute truth rather than popular sentiment.
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    15 mins
  • Grafted into the Family
    Jan 27 2026
    This episode explores God's eternal purpose to unite all peoples—both Jews and Gentiles—into one family through Jesus Christ. Drawing from Romans 11:1-24, the message emphasizes that God has not rejected His chosen people Israel, but has always preserved a faithful remnant chosen by grace. Through Israel's temporary rejection of the Messiah, salvation has been extended to the Gentiles, who are grafted into the covenant relationship like wild olive branches into a cultivated tree. The episode warns against arrogance and emphasizes that salvation is entirely by grace, not works. Both Jews and Gentiles are sustained by the same root—God's Word and faithfulness—and must approach Him with humility, gratitude, and reverent fear. God's plan demonstrates His sovereignty, kindness, and severity, calling all believers to remain faithful and recognize their complete dependence on Him as the Sustainer.
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    20 mins
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