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Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda

Harris Creek Baptist Churchharriscreek.org
We’re all becoming something. What are you becoming? It's our goal for you to intentionally become the person God has called you to be. We'll release an episode each week with answers to real questions that college students and young adults are asking us. Listen in as Jonathan Pokluda, Nate Hilgenkamp, and Kathy Davidson help you navigate life in your 20's and 30's!
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Episodes

Episode 297: The Reason for Fasting

Jesus teaches that we should be familiar with fasting. We should go without so that we can subdue our urges and connect with our Father. In fact, Jesus even promises that there is a promised reward from fasting. To hear more check out this episode!

Dec 16, 202428 min

Episode 294: I’ve Got Good News!

Sharing the gospel can be intimidating if you don’t know how to start. Remember, that the gospel is the best news you could ever share. In the episode we give clarity on how to share and why to share!

Nov 25, 202436 min

Episode 293: Jesus in Hollywood (feat. Dallas Jenkins)

This week we speak with Dallas Jenkins, the creator of “The Chosen” and the new movie “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”. Dallas speaks about how to create in the midst of cynics, how to glorify God with your creativity, and how to recover from failure. You don’t want to miss this one!

Nov 18, 202441 min

Episode 292: The End is Near?!

If Jesus is coming back soon, what does that mean? Should we be scared? Excited? How can we prepare for Him to come back?

Nov 11, 202437 min

Episode 291: This One Is About You! (feat. Chad Veach)

This week we talk with Pastor Chad Veach about his new book “I bet you think this book is about you”. It’s a book about the joy that comes with humility and how to become a more humble person. Pick up his book here: https://a.co/d/gyew5Ss

Nov 04, 202433 min

Episode 290: Why Trust The Bible?

If the Bible is so important to our faith, how can we know we can actually trust it? In this episode we talk about the validity of the Bible. The Bible isn’t just a collection of stories, it’s the inspired Word of God!

Oct 28, 202435 min

Episode 289: Conspiracies and Candidates (feat. Jason Woodruff)

As Christians, how do we know what news to consume and how much to consume? With an upcoming election we want to be wise with what we listen to (and what we don’t listen to!). We talk to the founder of The Pour Over to hear how to navigate the news!

Oct 21, 202446 min

Episode 288: Living on Mission (feat. Brad Johnson)

This week we talk with the President of Mission of Hope, Brad Johnson, about how he was called into missions. Brad shares stories of how God has used his “yes” to help impact thousands of lives in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. All of us have a role to play in reaching the lost and needy, this episode will help give you vision for what you can do!

Oct 14, 202430 min

Episode 287: Hearing and Following God (feat. Tim Ross)

In this episode we talk with podcaster, Tim Ross, about his story of following Jesus. He has courageously followed God’s call on his life which has lead him to some amazing opportunities. If you want to be inspired to take a step of faith, don’t miss this episode!

Oct 07, 202431 min

Episode 286: Intrusive Thoughts

Can you control thoughts that feel uncontrollable? There are times when all of us have thoughts we just don’t want to have. This episode we talk about our thoughts and how we can learn to think better!

Sep 30, 202428 min

Episode 285: When a Friend is in Sin

What do you do when your friend is in sin? Is it your job to call them out, or should you leave it to God to convict them? The good news is God tells us in Scripture what our role is!

Sep 23, 202435 min

Episode 284: Jealousy

Is it a problem to want what other people have? In this episode we talk about why God takes jealousy so seriously and why we should too. The warnings against jealousy are a part of His commands because it wants to steal from the life He offers!

Sep 15, 202429 min

Episode 283: Where are the Godly Guys?

One of the things we hear from young adult women is that it's so hard to date because it's so hard to find a godly guy. In this episode we give advice to the girls and some encouragement to the guys!

Sep 08, 202430 min

Episode 282: Exorcisms, Curses, Demons, and the Devil (feat. Ryan Bethea)

We live in the midst of the supernatural, and sometimes that can be rather scary. The good news of Scripture is we don’t have to fear the spiritual battle, because we have the power to win it. While there is an enemy trying to defeat us, we know that Jesus has already defeated him!

Sep 01, 202447 min

Episode 281: Debt, Degrees & Ditching the Victim Vibe

Life can be really hard for young adults today. Things like college debt and housing costs have created a negative vibe around an entire generation. In this episode we talk through how to handle these difficult life situations!

Aug 25, 202437 min

Episode 280: Staying Humble (feat. Forrest Frank)

Forrest Frank has just released a massively successful album called “Child Of God”. In the midst of that success, he’s been able to remain humble. We talk with him about the need for humility and how to keep it!

Aug 18, 202431 min

Episode 279: Modesty

Modesty is maybe a word you’ve heard in Christian circles, but what does it even mean? Is “modesty” an out of date idea, or does it matter for our life today? Before you think about what to wear, watch this episode!

Aug 11, 202429 min

Episode 278: Did Jesus Come to Bring Division?

When Jesus said "I did not come to bring peace, but a sword," what did He mean? Should we always seek unity or is division sometimes justified? We talk through all of that and more in this episode!

Aug 04, 202433 min

Episode 277: Cultural Q&A with JP

Where do Christians belong in culture? How should we as believers interact with the things of the world and the people of the world? In this episode, JP answers burning questions from Becoming Something viewers on some of the hottest topics of the day.

Jul 28, 202439 min

Episode 276: Keep Your Commitments

How important is it to actually follow through on what you said you were going to do? Sometimes flaking out, is easier than keeping a commitment. In this episode we talk about the necessity of being a person of your word!

Jul 21, 202428 min

Episode 275: A Fully Leveraged Life

While many of us want to live for Jesus, some of our lives don’t reflect that. It’s easier to live partially surrendered than fully surrendered. In this episode we talk about how you can leverage your life fully for the gospel!

Jul 14, 202431 min

Episode 274: Curiosity vs Doubt

In this episode, we talk with Magician Drew Worsham about how we shouldn’t be afraid to be curious with our faith. Instead of allowing doubt to drive us away, being curious can drive us towards God. Not having all the answers can actually grow your faith!

Jul 07, 202438 min

Episode 273: Ready for Revival

In this week’s episode we talk about our need for revival and how we can prepare for revival. If we want our world to know Jesus, we need to help put in the work to make it happen! While we can’t force revival, we can certainly play a role!

Jun 30, 202431 min

Episode 272: Anxious About The Future

In this episode we talk to song writer and worship leader, Brett Younker, about the heart behind the song “The Lord Will Provide”. God has promised us that He’ll care for us, but how can we learn to trust Him? Brett shares about how and why the song has impacted young adults all over the world.

Jun 23, 202432 min

Episode 271: How To Know if They're “The One”

In this episode we talk through all you need to find out before you say “I do”. How can you determine if your boyfriend or girlfriend is really the one you should spend the rest of your life with? If you need help discerning, don’t miss this episode!”

Jun 16, 202444 min

Episode 270: Forming Healthy Habits

On this episode we get to talk to the author of “Becoming Happy & Healthy”, Jeanine Amapola. She shares about times in her life where she didn’t have healthy habits, and what allowed her to find better ones. If you want to take a step into the abundant life has for you, check out this episode and pick up her book here: https://a.co/d/fvsbGvq

Jun 09, 202433 min

Episode 269: Sharing The Gospel (feat. Willie Robertson)

This week, we talk with Willie Robertson about the joy of sharing the gospel. Talking about Jesus doesn’t have to feel difficult! Willie gives us motivation to share about the most important thing in our life! Pick up his book “Gospeler” here: https://www.amazon.com/Gospeler-Turning-Darkness-Light-Conversation/dp/1400338484

Jun 02, 202449 min

Episode 268: Hearing God’s Voice

Maybe you’ve heard someone say that they “heard from God”. What does that mean? And is that even possible? Today we talk with our friend Grant Troutt on how to tune your ears to hear God’s voice!

May 26, 202435 min
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