What is the greatest teaching of God? Which one matters more than any other? That’s a great question, and we’re going to get Jesus’ answer today in Matthew 22. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifteen m...
Mar 16, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 31
What does obedience look like to God? In our podcast we emphasize listening to God's word, reflecting on it and praying to God in the first fifteen minutes, and then equally important to obey or apply the word to the rest of our day. Jesus' teaching today emphasizes that last step especially. The featured scripture in this episode is Matt 21:28-32. The leaders in Jerusalem are opposing Jesus and questioning his authority to teach, heal and to act like a prophet even though they lack the courage ...
Mar 13, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 30
If you want to see what’s important to a person, watch what they will guard and protect. If something is worth fighting for, it’s probably important to you. Jesus takes action to guard the holiness of the temple and it's original purpose as a house of prayer devoted to worship of God. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it and learn to pray to God as well as carry that word with you through the rest of your day. What a perfect way to get started! The fe...
Mar 12, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Matthew continually emphasized Jesus’ royal identity along with his unexpected behavior. He doesn’t act like the despot Herod or the other kings of earth. He is humble yet powerful, he heals and yet does not seek the spotlight, he teaches with authority but he is not boring or pompous. He sees the least important people, but the powerful and well-connected fail to see who Jesus really is. We get to see more in Matthew 20. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflec...
Mar 11, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 28
What do you have to do to go to heaven? Do you know what the Bible says in answer that question? Jesus is asked what good thing will gain a person eternal life. That’s the question we’re asking today in Matthew 19. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it and learn to pray to God as well as carry that word with you through the rest of your day. What a perfect way to get started! The featured scripture in this episode is Matt 19:16-30. A rich young man ask...
Mar 10, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 27
What do you do when someone has wronged you? Not a minor offense, but they have sinned against you? That’s the question we’re asking today in Matthew 18. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it and learn to pray to God as well as carry that word with you through the rest of your day. What a perfect way to get started! The featured scripture in this episode is Matt 18:21-35. Peter asks Jesus about forgiveness and ventures a generous amount of forgiveness....
Mar 09, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Catch a glimpse of who Jesus really is and how the Father sees him in today's reading. God gives a special vision of his son and also two of Israel's greatest prophets on a high mountain. The enormity of what Jesus reveals overwhelms his closest disciples. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, refle...
Mar 06, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 25
It is a basic but crucial question: Who is Jesus? Jesus himself asked it of his disciples in order to stretch them to step out and commit to what they saw in Jesus' life and work. It is not an academic question; it's one we have to answer as well. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it ...
Mar 05, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Are you hungry for God? Is it hard to hear God when you're full? Jesus takes the initiative to not just heal and teach but also to feed a large crowd near Lake Galilee. He gives them more than enough and reminds us--we will always be hungry until we let God feed us. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for ...
Mar 04, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Have you ever been surprised by a discovery you made on a trip far from home? Jesus is amazed by what he discovers when he takes his followers to Phoenicia. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it and learn to pray to God as well as carry that word with you through the rest of your day. ...
Mar 03, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Have you ever wished that you could see an actual miracle in action? Jesus walked on water, and when Peter sees that he wants to join Jesus and be part of the miracle. Peter manages to get out of the boat and go see Jesus on the water before the wind and waves made a bigger impression on Peter. How do *we* walk in bold faith today? Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow proce...
Mar 02, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Do you ever wonder why God didn't launch his kingdom or the church with a little more...splash or an impressive debut? Trumpets, clouds parting, a single beam from heaven becoming an intense burst of light, a deafening chorus of angels...you get the point. Come to think of it, something like that took place in fields outside of Bethlehem, but the only audience was a group of shepherds. Jesus addresses the nature of God's kingdom today in two short parables, and he speaks to this very issue. If y...
Feb 28, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Have you ever wrestled to understood something difficult to figure out, only to later look back and wonder why you didn't see what is now obvious to you? Our understanding is like that. A lot depends on our mindset or attitude, and at a deeper level it depends on what Jesus calls our heart. If our attitude, mindset and general receptiveness is open, we can learn and take in a lot. If we are closed, it's going to be hard to learn anything! So how much do you understand the essence of Jesus' messa...
Feb 27, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Why do some seem so receptive to what God is doing and his message while others are resistant or just non-committal? Jesus likens the response to different soils that yield different results. Listen to learn from Jesus what kind of condition your own heart is in. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in...
Feb 26, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 18
How do you handle conflict? Stand and fight, run and hide, or something else? We learn from Jesus that sometimes retreating further isn't an option. Neither is fighting someone on their level. God's servant only faces conflict by the Spirit of God who is always ready to give us the right thing to say (when we have to speak). If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your firs...
Feb 25, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Conflict and opposition. We don't enjoy these things, especially when it directly involves us. Jesus is facing mounting opposition and even conspiracies to murder him. How he deals with it in today's reading is instructive for us in dealing with opponents and managing conflict. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God an...
Feb 24, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Do you feel stressed or tired? Are you feeling the need for rest? Jesus has a prayer just for you! Today you'll get to see what is on the Father's heart and how Jesus' way is so different from the world's way of high-pressure activity. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcas...
Feb 21, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 15
God wants to promote you and give you greater responsibility. Are you ready for it? He will give you authority...to serve. The Kingdom is about carrying out God's will and being humble, not inflating ourselves so we can lord it over others. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This p...
Feb 20, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Do you feel like you are going from one small crisis to the next and everyone needs something from you? That's what Jesus is experiencing in our reading today. It's tempting to retreat, to withdraw and shut out the demands. Jesus shows us another way. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal ...
Feb 19, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Who do you think Jesus chose to spend time with during his ministry on earth? Did he ally himself with the spiritual leaders, the religious teachers and influencers of his day? We get to see today who he approached and where he found willing followers. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal...
Feb 18, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Does you God really care about you? Do you think he is willing to answer your prayer? A man with a disease approached Jesus and stated simply: If you are willing, you can make me clean. Would you approach God and say something similar? If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcas...
Feb 17, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 11
What do you want most? Have you asked God for it? In the end, the Sermon on the Mount is a glimpse into the deeper truths of the gospel. It also shows us God's heart. What does God want for you? Good things! If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teac...
Feb 14, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 10
What do you truly value? If you treasure money, it will show. If you treasure people, you can't hide it. If Christ is your highest treasure, you will inspire many. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. In fifte...
Feb 13, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 9
One reason for listening to First Fifteen is to grow in prayer and in today's episode Jesus teaches us some important lessons about praying to our Father. We are continuing the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus is taking us closer in to the heart of God. Use this episode to grow a little closer in relationship with God. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen...
Feb 12, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives his first extended teaching to his followers. What kind of people are they to be? The surprising answer is salt and light - basic essentials that have a transformative effect on everything around. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podca...
Feb 11, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Along the shores of Galilee, Jesus looks for his first followers. What kind of people is he looking for? What does he promise to those who will follow? Listen to his call and make your own decision today. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach y...
Feb 10, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 6
After acing his test in the desert, Jesus returns home briefly before launching his public ministry in the region of Galilee. The light has come. Have you caught any of its rays yourself? If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to ...
Feb 07, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 5
God warns us in the Bible that the devil wants to derail us and he will attack us at our point of vulnerability in our moment of weakness. Are you armed and ready for the fight? If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow pro...
Feb 06, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 4
King or killer? Herod was so paranoid he couldn't stand the thought of rivals. He orders the wholesale slaughter of innocent infants, but God's plans cannot be derailed or so easily frustrated. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an ea...
Feb 05, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Magi or monarch - who will offer authentic worship to the baby born to be king? We find out today and get a chance to examine our own willingness to worship the true king. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place. Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process. ...
Feb 04, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 2
