In this episode, Raz and Jamie sit down with Erik Wilson—worship leader, ordained minister, and church-planter—to explore his story of following Jesus through unexpected turns.

Erik shares about:

• Growing up as a pastor’s kid, yet realizing in 9th grade that he needed to own his faith for himself.
• His early pursuit of a career in vocal performance and the dream of becoming an opera singer.
• How God redirected his path into full-time vocational ministry as a worship leader.
• The difference between performing for personal glory versus leading from a heart that desires to glorify God.
• How being a father has given him a deeper understanding of God the Father’s heart of love—and pain—for His kids.

This is part one of our conversation with Erik—be sure to listen for part two in the next episode!

To Connect with Erik:

• Freedom City Church: https://www.freedomcitycincy.com
  
  

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In this episode, Raz and Jamie welcome back their first-ever second-time guest — Jess Moore!

Jess is a licensed therapist who helps people experience healing and freedom through professional counseling with Jesus. Together, they explore the connection between psychology and Scripture when it comes to our minds, thoughts, and emotions.

Jess introduces the cognitive triangle from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

• Thoughts – what we THINK affects how we feel and act
• Feelings – how we FEEL affects how we act and what we think
• Behaviors – what we DO affects how we think and feel

She explains how identifying and “switching” unhelpful thoughts can lead to healthier emotions and better actions — something Scripture teaches as well. They reflect on:

• Romans 12:2 — Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
• 2 Corinthians 10:5 — Take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ.

The conversation also touches on neuroplasticity — how the brain can be rewired with new thoughts — and how walking with Jesus makes this transformation possible.

To Connect with Jess:

• Jess' counseling website: abundantlifecincy.com
• Jess' email: jessmoore.alc@gmail.com

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In this episode, Raz and Jamie talk with Steve Eklund about his journey of faith, renewal, and kingdom-minded leadership.

Steve shares how he came to faith in Jesus at 16, built a successful career in wealth management, and enjoyed a thriving family life — yet found his heart had quietly grown cold to God by the time he was 50. This realization sparked a deep question: “Do I really know love?”

That question led Steve into a fresh pursuit of God’s love and how to bring it into every sphere of life — from his business and ministry to his family and leadership. Today, as a real estate investor and coach/consultant, Steve helps individuals and companies discover how to integrate the Kingdom of God into their everyday work and relationships.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith — Tim Keller: Amazon link
• The Leadership Challenge: Amazon link
• The New One-Minute Manager: Amazon link

To Connect with Steve:

• Email: eklund.steve@gmail.com
• Nonprofit consulting: Witheos
• Real Estate: Community First Properties
• LinkedIn: Steve Eklund

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In this follow-up to the previous solo episode on developing a “Trinity-shaped” life, Jamie Moore is re-joined by co-host Paul Raz to explore what it actually looks like to live in ongoing relationship with each person of the Trinity.

They reflect on the dynamic adventure of walking with the Father, Son, and Spirit—contrasting it with the stale, rule-based version of faith many people have settled for. Together, they identify common mindsets and misconceptions that keep people stuck in religion instead of relationship, such as:

• Seeing God primarily as a distant authority figure instead of a loving Father.
• Thinking of obedience to the words of Jesus as oppressive and taking away all our fun, instead of giving us freedom and life.
• Failing to consider life as an adventure with the Triune God, who has plans for us - even in the mundane.

For viewers of the podcast on YouTube, you can enjoy some candid photos of Paul and Juli's sabbatical in beautiful Colorado!

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In this solo episode, Jamie Moore invites listeners into a personal and practical framework for developing a “God-shaped” vision for life—one that’s grounded in relationship with the Triune God.

Jamie unpacks how a healthy spiritual life includes knowing and relating to each Person of the Trinity individually and intimately:

• The Father — to know and experience His love, discovering your secure identity as His beloved child.
• The Son — to listen to and obey His voice, building your life on the unshakable words of Jesus.
• The Holy Spirit — to walk in His presence and power, learning to partner with Him daily in bringing the Kingdom to others.

This fresh framework encourages listeners to reflect on their current relationship with each Person of the Trinity and to pursue a life shaped by God Himself—from the inside out.

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In this episode, Jamie Moore (going solo, while Raz is on sabbatical) traces the grand narrative of Scripture through one central theme: God wants to be WITH His people.

From Genesis to Revelation, the story of the Bible is a love story about presence. Jamie unpacks six key movements in the biblical storyline that reveal God's relentless desire to dwell with His children:

• The Garden – God’s presence with Adam and Eve, broken by sin and rebellion.
• Covenant and Tabernacle – God makes a covenant with His people and dwells with them in the wilderness Tabernacle.
• The Temple – God’s presence settles in Jerusalem through the Temple as a permanent dwelling.
• The Incarnation (Immanuel) – Jesus, God in flesh, comes to dwell with us, restoring access to the Father.
• Pentecost – The Spirit is poured out to dwell within believers, making us mobile temples of God’s presence.
• The New Garden – In Revelation 21, God dwells perfectly and permanently with His people forever.

From Garden to New Garden, the Bible tells one story: God, the Father, wants to be WITH you!

Jamie reminds us that this story isn’t just theology—it’s personal. If the Father went to these lengths to be with us, He wants to be with you in your everyday life. Not just in big moments, but in your meetings, commutes, decisions, and relationships.

So, don’t live your life independently. Jesus made it possible for you to live WITH God, the Father—today and every day.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• Friendship with God by Jamie Moore: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736292609
• God's Relational Presence by Scott Duvall and Daniel Hayes: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0801049598

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🎙️ With Him Podcast: Episode Description

In this episode, Raz and Jamie sit down with their good friend Spencer Robinette, a gifted worship leader and brother in Christ. Spencer shares the ups and downs of being a pastor's kid, growing up in ministry, navigating his calling, and how a surprising detour through sports management eventually led him back to vocational worship ministry.

They explore what it really takes to lead worship that honors Christ and glorifies God—not just skill, but a heart of authenticity, humility, and a life of personal worship. Spencer offers wisdom for worship leaders and teams seeking to grow in spiritual depth and leadership.

📚 Resources Mentioned

The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence
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🙏 Gospel Scriptures for Worship Preparation

The Good News fuels our worship of God. Here are some powerful Scriptures to prepare your heart to respond in worship:

• Mark 10:45 – Jesus came to serve and give His life as a ransom.
• John 3:16–17 – God’s love and saving purpose in sending His Son.
• Romans 5:8 – Christ died for us while we were still sinners.
• Romans 8:1 – No condemnation for those in Christ.
• Romans 10:9–10 – Confess and believe for salvation.
• 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 – The gospel: Christ died, was buried, and rose again.
• 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Jesus, who was sinless, became sin for us so that we could become the righteousness of God.
• Galatians 2:20 – Our old self has died with Christ; now we live by faith in Him, who loves us and gave Himself for us.
• 1 Peter 2:24–25 – He bore our sins to bring us back to God.
• 1 John 1:9 – He is faithful to forgive and cleanse.
• 1 John 4:10 – God’s love shown in sending His Son.
• Revelation 5:9–10 – A new song to the Lamb who redeemed us.

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