In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about the greatest invitation ever given—the invitation to God’s wedding banquet. Jesus tells the parable in Matthew 22 where the King prepares a feast and invites guests to celebrate. Many ignore the call, but those who respond experience the joy of being welcomed into His presence.

Jim and Sherri explore what this parable teaches us about God’s Kingdom, His open invitation, and the importance of being ready when He calls. They remind us that saying “yes” to God is not about religion, but about relationship—a place at His table, clothed in His grace, and filled with His joy. This episode will inspire you to treasure the invitation and live prepared for the celebration that never ends.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri share how walking with God is like checking the forecast before a journey. Just as weather reports prepare us for storms, sunshine, or shifting winds, God gives us spiritual insight to navigate what’s ahead. Through His Word and the leading of the Holy Spirit, He equips us to walk with wisdom instead of surprise, with faith instead of fear.

Jim and Sherri explore how Scripture teaches us to discern the times, prepare for spiritual challenges, and trust God’s guidance no matter the forecast. This episode will encourage you to lean into God’s direction, stay grounded when storms come, and embrace the clear skies of His promises.

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In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about the call to sweep out the sin in our lives so that we can live in the freedom and purity Christ intended. Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 5:6–7 that “a little yeast leavens the whole batch of dough.” In the same way, hidden sin—if left unchecked—can spread and weigh down every part of our walk with God.

Jim and Sherri share how God invites us to a life of repentance, renewal, and transformation through His Spirit. They’ll help you identify areas where compromise creeps in, give practical steps for confession and cleansing, and remind you that in Christ, you are made new. This episode will encourage you to sweep out the old and step into a life marked by sincerity, truth, and freedom.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about living the vertical life—a life that looks up to God rather than out to the distractions of the world. Too often we measure ourselves by comparison, culture, or circumstance, but true peace and direction come when our eyes are fixed on Christ.

Drawing from Colossians 3:2, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things,” Jim and Sherri share how to shift your focus upward, align your perspective with God’s truth, and find freedom from the pull of outward pressures. This episode will encourage you to lift your eyes, live vertically, and discover strength that only comes from looking to God first.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about how God is always leading us into new seasons. Just as winter gives way to spring, our spiritual lives are marked by times of endings and fresh beginnings. God’s Word reminds us that He makes all things new and that His plans for us are filled with hope and purpose (Isaiah 43:19, Ecclesiastes 3:1).

Jim and Sherri share how to recognize when God is calling you into a new season, how to let go of the past, and how to step forward with courage and faith. This episode will encourage you to embrace God’s timing, trust His leading, and walk boldly into the new chapter He has prepared for you.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri dive into Jesus’ parable of the hidden treasure (Matthew 13:44). The Kingdom of God is described as a treasure so valuable that a man sold everything he had to gain it. It’s a reminder that God’s Kingdom is worth more than anything this world can offer—yet it often remains hidden until we seek it with open hearts.

Jim and Sherri share how we can discover the treasure of God’s Kingdom in everyday life, why it’s worth giving up lesser things to gain what lasts forever, and how living with Kingdom priorities transforms our perspective. This episode will inspire you to dig deeper, pursue God wholeheartedly, and live as one who has found the greatest treasure of all.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri explore how Jesus consistently uses the smallest things and the least likely people to display the greatness of God. From a boy’s lunch that fed thousands to a widow’s tiny offering that caught His attention, Jesus reminds us that size and status don’t determine significance in the Kingdom.

Jim and Sherri share biblical stories and practical insights that reveal how God’s glory shines brightest through what the world overlooks. This episode will encourage you to bring whatever you have—no matter how small—because in the hands of Jesus, little becomes more than enough.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about what it means to sweep out the yeast—removing the sin and compromise that can spread and take root in our lives. Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 5:6–7 that “a little yeast leavens the whole batch of dough.” Even small sins, left unchecked, can grow and influence every part of our spiritual walk.

Jim and Sherri share how God calls us to live as a new, unleavened people—set apart, renewed, and free in Christ. They explore how to identify areas of compromise, allow the Holy Spirit to cleanse us, and walk in sincerity and truth. This episode will encourage you to sweep out what doesn’t belong, so you can experience the fullness of life God intends.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri unpack why learning to hear God correctly is essential for our spiritual walk. With so many voices, distractions, and opinions competing for our attention, it’s easy to confuse noise with truth. Yet Jesus said, “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27).

Jim and Sherri explore how tuning our hearts to God’s voice requires discernment, humility, and intentional focus. They share biblical insight and practical encouragement to help you silence the chatter, guard against deception, and walk in alignment with God’s will. This episode will challenge and inspire you to cultivate ears that hear and a heart that obeys.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about the importance of choosing the right God—the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God who revealed Himself as Yahweh. In a world filled with false gods, idols, and empty promises, the choice of who we serve determines the course of our lives.

Drawing from Scripture, Jim and Sherri remind us of Joshua’s challenge: “Choose this day whom you will serve” (Joshua 24:15). They explore how loyalty to the living God brings freedom, truth, and lasting peace, while chasing other gods leaves us empty and enslaved. This episode will encourage you to anchor your faith in Yahweh—the one true God who saves, redeems, and overcomes.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about the God of second chances. Throughout Scripture, we see how God restores, redeems, and renews—taking people who failed, fell short, or turned away, and giving them a fresh start. From Jonah to Peter, God’s mercy reminds us that our story isn’t over when we stumble.

Jim and Sherri also challenge us to reflect God’s heart by extending second chances to others. Forgiveness, grace, and mercy are not just gifts we receive—they’re gifts we are called to give. This episode will encourage you to embrace God’s second chances in your own life, and to become a vessel of grace for those around you.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri share how the small things we bring to God can become moments of great Kingdom significance. A simple prayer, an act of kindness, or even a step of obedience may seem ordinary—but in God’s hands, the little things carry eternal weight.

Through biblical stories and real-life encouragement, Jim and Sherri reveal how God delights in using what seems insignificant to create life-changing impact. This episode will inspire you to never underestimate the power of small beginnings, because with God, nothing is wasted.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri remind us that God specializes in taking the broken pieces of our lives and making something beautiful. When we feel shattered by failure, loss, or disappointment, it’s easy to believe that our story is beyond repair. But in God’s hands, every fragment has purpose.

Through honest conversation and biblical truth, Jim and Sherri share how God’s grace redeems our brokenness, restores what feels lost, and turns pain into testimony. This episode will encourage you to see your broken pieces not as the end, but as the raw materials for a brand-new beginning in Christ.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri talk about the condition of your heart. Faith doesn’t just grow because of how much you have—it grows in the soil where it’s planted. Just like a seed can only thrive in good ground, your faith flourishes when your heart is open, humble, and surrendered to God.

Jim and Sherri explore how Scripture calls us to guard our hearts (Proverbs 4:23) and keep them aligned with God’s truth. They’ll show how even the smallest faith, when rooted in a heart prepared by God, can produce growth, strength, and breakthrough.

In this episode of iOvercome, hosts Jim and Sherri dive into the power of mustard seed faith. Jesus said that even the smallest measure of faith can move mountains (Matthew 17:20). Together, they unpack what it means to trust God when your faith feels small, and how those tiny steps of belief can grow into life-changing breakthroughs.

Through biblical teaching, personal encouragement, and practical wisdom, Jim and Sherri share how faith—even as small as a mustard seed—can lead to overcoming obstacles, renewing hope, and experiencing God’s promises in everyday life.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re talking about a powerful choice that changes everything — the decision to choose joy.

Joy isn’t a reaction to perfect circumstances — it’s a response to the unchanging presence of God. In a world full of anxiety, disappointment, and distractions, this episode dives deep into how biblical joy goes beyond emotion and becomes a weapon of faith. Anchored in Scriptures like Nehemiah 8:10 and John 15:11, we explore how choosing joy is choosing strength, choosing trust, and choosing to live from victory, not for it.

You can’t always choose what happens to you — but you can choose who you anchor your joy in. And when that joy comes from the Lord, nothing can steal it.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re asking a question that echoes through every heart: What is your real purpose?

It’s easy to get caught up in titles, tasks, and to-do lists — but true purpose goes deeper. Today, we dig into the biblical foundation of identity and calling, exploring how your real purpose isn’t something you chase — it’s someone you walk with. Rooted in Scriptures like Jeremiah 1:5 and Ephesians 2:10, we uncover how God uniquely designed you to reflect His glory, serve His Kingdom, and impact lives with eternal value.

You weren’t made just to exist — you were created on purpose, for a purpose. It’s time to stop wandering and start walking in what God already placed inside you.

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In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re challenging small thinking — because the God you serve is bigger than your limits.

Too often, fear, doubt, and past disappointments shrink our vision. But Scripture reminds us that God is “able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20). Today, we explore what it means to think bigger — not in pride, but in faith. This episode will inspire you to stretch your prayers, expand your vision, and trust God for more than what’s comfortable or convenient.

You weren’t created to live limited — you were made to walk in Kingdom-scale purpose. So lift your eyes, enlarge your faith… and think bigger.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re talking about the danger of staring at the wrong things — and how the Ascension of Jesus calls us to look forward, not just upward.

In Acts 1, the disciples stood gazing into the sky as Jesus ascended — but two angels appeared and asked, “Why do you stand here looking into the sky?” Sometimes, we’re so fixated on what’s behind us or above us that we forget the mission right in front of us. This episode challenges you to stop staring at what’s already gone, and start walking in what God has called you to do now.

Jesus didn’t ascend so we could freeze — He ascended so we could move. Don’t get stuck looking up when He’s calling you to go out.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re fanning the flame within — because when the Holy Spirit burns in you, nothing stays the same.

Too many believers are living lukewarm, forgetting the fire that was promised to us. But in Acts 2, the Church was born not with fear — but with fire. Today, we dive deep into what it means to live ignited by the Holy Spirit: bold in your witness, anchored in truth, and alive with supernatural purpose. This episode will challenge you to surrender your comfort, invite the flame, and let God consume anything that keeps you from Him.

You weren’t created to flicker. You were made to burn — with power, love, and fire from above.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re shifting our gaze from the crowd to the One — because true transformation starts with Jesus.

When life is loud and distractions multiply, it’s easy to lose sight of the One who truly matters. Today, we’re diving into what it means to fix our eyes on Jesus — not just in worship, but in our daily walk, decisions, and identity. Drawing from Luke 15 and Hebrews 12:2, we explore how focusing on the Shepherd, not the storm, brings clarity, peace, and purpose.

This episode is your reminder: the world may chase many things, but freedom is found when you focus on the One who never stops pursuing you.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re leaning into one unshakable truth: the mission is real — and it’s eternal.

We weren’t saved to sit still. As followers of Christ, we are called to live with purpose, move with conviction, and shine light in dark places. Today, we dive into what it means to live on mission — not just in church, but in everyday life. From the Great Commission to the smallest acts of obedience, your life has kingdom impact. Whether you're feeling distracted, discouraged, or just disconnected, this episode will reignite your passion to live boldly for Jesus.

You were chosen, called, and commissioned. The mission is real — and it’s now.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re breaking chains — because you were never meant to be a slave.

Whether it's fear, sin, addiction, people-pleasing, or the pressure to perform — too many of us are living bound by what Jesus already defeated. Today, we explore the truth found in Galatians 5:1: “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.” You’ll hear how to walk in spiritual freedom, reject false masters, and reclaim your God-given identity as a child of the King — not a slave to this world.

Don’t settle for chains He already broke. You were created to live free — body, mind, and spirit.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re unpacking one of life’s most painful blessings: rejection.

What if the "no" you received wasn’t the end — but the redirection you needed? Today we explore how closed doors, unanswered prayers, and unexpected detours often lead us exactly where we were meant to be. Through stories of faith, failure, and fierce comebacks, we’ll show how rejection can be God’s way of realigning your purpose, not denying your worth.

Because every rejection isn’t a dead end — it’s a divine detour. You weren’t overlooked… you were redirected.

In today’s episode of iOvercome, we’re embracing the truth that you are a light on a hill — called to shine, not shrink.

Too often, life tries to dim our purpose, bury our potential, and convince us we have nothing to offer. But Jesus said otherwise. In this powerful episode, we unpack what it really means to be a light in a dark world — not perfect, but present, purposeful, and positioned to make a difference. Whether you're feeling unseen, unworthy, or uncertain, this is your reminder that your light matters.

Because light doesn't compete — it simply shines. And someone is waiting on the other side of your courage.