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Closer to Jesus Podcast
Are you wondering how to strengthen your relationship with Jesus? The "Closer to Jesus" podcast invites you into a deeper, more personal relationship with Jesus by taking the Word and learning how to apply it in a personal way that reveals God's love and holiness.
We take Jesus at His word by leaning on the promise of James 4:8, "Come close to God, and God will come close to you..."
Get excited! You are about to encounter a very present God who loves you and wants to draw close!
Episodes
56 episodes
Count the Cost: Walking in Wisdom and True Devotion | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep15 (2025)
We’re diving deep into the importance of prudence, wisdom, and the value of truly counting the cost of following Jesus in this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast.We’ll explore what it means to be strategic, careful, and wise in our ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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16:32
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Is Your Lamp Lit?: Staying Ready for Jesus’ Return | S2 Ep14 (2025)
In Episode 214 of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we’re diving into one of the most powerful parables Jesus shared—the story of the ten virgins in Matthew 25. It’s a story about wisdom, preparedness, and keeping our spiritual lamps full. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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17:33
Growing Closer to Jesus Through Prayer | S2 Ep13 with Ashley Ennis (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I’m sharing something deeply personal and special—readings from my new book, Closer: Growing Your Relationship with Jesus. This episode is all about encouragement through the power of prayer and h...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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19:04
Sacrifice Makes a Way for Victory | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep12 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we reflect on the incredible sacrifice Jesus made for our freedom. As we meditate on the cross, we are reminded of the cost of grace and the depth of Christ’s love. Through His suffering,...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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16:25
Deep Healing: How Jesus Restores Us Through His Word | S2 Ep11 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we explore the powerful process of healing through the Word of God. Some healings happen in an instant, but others are a journey—one that requires trust, faith, and walking closely with Jesus. If ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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19:22
Being the Church: Guest Pastor Dee Jay Shoulders | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep10 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I sit down with Pastor Dee Jay Shoulders of Nashville, Tennessee, to talk about what it truly means to be the church—not just attend one. We dive into the challenges of pastorin...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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45:10
Finding Comfort in Grief: Healing Hope with Jill Sullivan | S2 Ep9 (2025)
In this deeply moving episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I sit down with Jill Sullivan from the ministry “While We’re Waiting.”Jill and her husband Brad have dedicated their lives to helping parents navigate the heartache of losing...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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56:54
God-Given Dreams: Embrace Your Vision and Dare to Dream Big | S2 Ep8 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I share my passion for those God-given dreams—the visions that ignite our hearts and push us beyond our limits. Have you ever wondered what dream God has laid on your heart? Join me as we explore ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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15:12
The Anointing: Unleashing Your God-Given Gifts | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep7 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I dive into the powerful truth of the anointing and what it means to be set apart for God's purpose. We explore how God calls us to use our unique gifts—just as Solomon consecrated His te...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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10:34
Intentionally Pleasing God: Living a Life that Honors Him | S2 Ep6 (2025)
What does it mean to intentionally please God? In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we explore how our faith and actions can align with God's purpose for our lives. While He loves us unconditionally, there a...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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16:53
Overcoming Failure with God’s Strength | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep5 (2025)
Have you ever wished for a do-over? In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we dive into the grace of God that allows us to try again. Through biblical examples of Paul, Samson, and the woman with the issue of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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13:09
The Light of Jesus | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep4 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we explore the profound meaning of light in the Bible and how it represents both God's presence and our calling as believers. Light isn’t just what we see—it’s the very essence of God’s t...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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18:02
Integrating the Love of Christ: Serving the Unsheltered with Fred Teague | S2 Ep2 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I sit down with Fred Teague, mayor of Russellville and co-founder of the inspiring nonprofit organization, The Russ Bus. Mayor Teague shares his incredible journey of faith, service, and community...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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56:10
Our Thought Lives: Embracing the Mind of Christ | S2 Ep2 (2025)
In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I share how to align your thoughts with the mind of Christ. Our thought life is central to our joy and spiritual success, and Jesus provides the perfect example of how to approach lif...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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20:52
A New Life in Jesus: Embracing Forgiveness and Reconciliation | S2 Ep1 (2025)
In Episode 1 of Season 2 of the Closer to Jesus podcast, we dive deep into the promise of a new life in Christ. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly become a new creation, leaving behind the old and embracing the transformative power ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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23:57
Four Truths to Deepen Your Walk with Jesus: Season 1 Finale | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 41 (2024)
Join Ashley Ennis for a heartfelt Season 1 finale of the *Closer to Jesus* podcast! 🎉 This special episode dives into four foundational truths to help you grow closer to Jesus: 1️⃣ Embracing true relationship with Jesus 2️⃣ ...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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22:27
Overcoming Addiction through Faith: Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 40 (2024)
In this episode of the *Closer to Jesus* podcast, host Ashley Ennis continues a powerful conversation with Jennifer Jones, the pastor and director of Victory Mission Bible Training Center. Jennifer shares her personal journey of overcoming addi...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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23:11
Finding Victory in Jesus: Overcoming Addiction with Faith | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 39 (2024)
In this episode of the “Closer to Jesus” Podcast, host Ashley Ennis speaks with Pastor Jennifer Jones, Director of the Victory Mission Bible Training Center. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from addiction and homelessness to healing and t...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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22:56
Jesus is Ready to Speak | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 38 (2024)
In this episode of the "Closer to Jesus" podcast, host Ashley Ennis explores how Jesus is always ready to speak into our lives. Through scriptures like Song of Solomon 2:8-10 and Matthew 14:24-33, we see a God eager to connect with...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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10:50
Embracing God's Call Through Foster Care | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 37 (Part 2 of 2) 2024
In this heartfelt conclusion of a two-part series, Ashley Ennis continues her conversation with Rachel Hubbard, director of Second Chance Youth Ranch. Rachel shares her powerful insights into foster care ministry, revealing how God...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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29:09
Embracing God's Call | Foster Care & Faith: Closer to Jesus podcast Ep 36 (Part 1 of 2) 2024
Join host Ashley Ennis in Episode 36 of the Closer to Jesus podcast with special guest Rachel Hubbard, director of the Second Chance Youth Ranch. In this powerful episode, Rachel shares her inspiring testimony and the spiritual jou...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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27:29
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Make Room for Miracles | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 35 (2024)
In this episode of the *Closer to Jesus* podcast, Ashley Ennis explores the profound message of "making room" for the unexpected miracles God wants to perform in our lives. Drawing from Luke 14:22 and the story of Jairus and the woman with the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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20:34
Submitting to God's Word | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 34 (2024)
In this powerful episode of the "Closer to Jesus" podcast, host Ashley Ennis explores the profound importance of fully submitting to God's Word. Using Jesus' encounter with Satan in the wilderness as an example, we learn how to resist temptatio...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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25:09
From Grief to Grace: Christina Munoz Madsen's Powerful Journey of Faith | Closer to Jesus Ep 33
In this special episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, host Ashley Ennis sits down with Christina Munoz Madsen to explore her powerful testimony of faith. Christina, a former news broadcaster, shares how her father’s illness and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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48:04
The Light of the World | Closer to Jesus Podcast Ep 32 (2024)
In Episode 32 of the *Closer to Jesus* podcast, host Ashley Ennis dives into the powerful revelation of Jesus as the Light of the World. Just as sunlight brightens our paths, Jesus illuminates the way in our spiritual lives, guiding us out of d...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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18:52
