Balancing the Christian Life
Balancing the Christian Life helps Christians grow. It focuses on practical ways to improve relationships with each other and God, and what it means to be a digital disciple.
Episodes
191 episodes
Gratitude from a different perspective, a conversation with Candyce Nelson
Kenny and Candyce delve into the profound impact of gratitude, discussing how it can shape one's daily life, spur personal development, and enrich spiritual practices. They explore how gratitude can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones...
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Episode 190
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54:26
Another conversation with Jake
Jake's YouTube Channel is at:How often do we as Christians think about our relationship with God? Is it merely inherited from our upbringing, or do we carve our unique path in understanding and connecting with the divine? In today's...
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Episode 190
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56:27
Basic Christianity: Forgiveness with Jacob Hudgins
Have you ever struggled with the weight of unforgiveness, feeling trapped by past hurts or wondering if it's possible to truly let go? In this episode, Kenny Embry and Jacob Hudgins explore the essence of forgiveness from both a personal and sp...
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Episode 189
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49:55
Basic Christianity: What is sin, a conversation with Keith Stonehart
Have you ever stopped to consider why sin, despite our best intentions, continues to be a persistent struggle in our lives? In this episode of Balancing the Christian Life, Kenny Embry and Keith Stonehart invite us to confront this challenging ...
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Episode 188
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1:02:35
Quick reflections on Hurricane Milton
Ever been through a hurricane? In this episode, Dr. Kenny Embry gets real about riding out Hurricane Milton and what it taught him about faith, priorities, and the true meaning of being blessed. Hint: it's not just about dodging the damage! Joi...
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Episode 187
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13:37
Basic Christianity: Idolatry with Kris Emerson
What happens when good things take God's place in our lives? In this conversation with Kris Emerson, we pull back the curtain on idolatry, revealing its subtle forms in the 21st century. We discuss how finances, family, and even our own righteo...
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Season 1
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Episode 186
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48:41
Basic Christianity: Who is Jesus?
Kenny Embry and Scott Beyer delve into the fundamental question of Christianity: "Who is Jesus?". They explore the historical evidence for Jesus' existence, discuss the implications of His claims to be the Son of God, and address the significan...
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Episode 185
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1:06:24
Basic Christianity: Who is God?
In this thought-provoking episode of Balancing the Christian Life, Dr. Kenny Embry engages in a conversation with Tommy Humphries, a college professor at Saint Leo University, about the existence and character of God. They delve into the comple...
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Episode 184
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1:11:15
Learning to love law...a conversation with David Brickey
Get ready to unlock the profound wisdom of Psalm 119 with local evangelist David Brickey. Have you ever wondered what the longest chapter in the Bible reveals about our relationship with God's law? In this episode, David brings fresh insights a...
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Episode 182
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40:25
Talking to yourself, a conversation with Mark Dunagan
Ever wondered how your life might change if you could sit down and give your younger self some sage advice? In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Kenny Embry and Mark Dunagan explore just that, sharing the life lessons and wisdom they've gathered...
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Season 1
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Episode 181
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1:02:00
QUICK THOUGHT The Idol of Busyness
Another experiment, this time talking about the idol of busyness.
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Season 1
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Episode 180
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8:09
QUICK THOUGHT: The Idol of Self
This is another experiment, and I talk about the idol of self.
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Season 1
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Episode 179
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10:29
QUICK THOUGHT: The Idol of Greed
This is an experiment. I wanted to try a short devotion and see if I could do it, and if it was any good. For this week, I want to talk about idols. The first is, in my opinion, the most obvious...greed.
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Season 1
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Episode 178
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5:35
Life in the Forbidden Desert, a conversation with Hal Hammons
In this episode, Hal Hammons and I discuss some of my past few months' stresses. This is a very personal episode for me. I'm grateful for Hal and I'm grateful for you.
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Season 1
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Episode 177
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41:29
The book of Ecclesiastes
In this episode, I read the book of Ecclesiastes.The translation I use is the World English Version available here.
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Season 1
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Episode 176
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46:04
Rules of engagement
Yeah, it's been a minute. This time we talk about the "rules of engagement" and how we fight in a loving way.
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Season 1
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Episode 175
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17:56
God is running to you...a conversation with Keith Stonehart
What does it mean God is running to you...or running after you. Keith Stonehart is a good friend, and he helped me see how God reaches out to us, even when we are not easy to reach.
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Season 1
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Episode 174
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37:53
A few thoughts on empty spaces
Yes, this is a very short episode and a conversation about having empty spaces in your life. Hopefully this is helpful to you.
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Season 1
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Episode 173
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10:17
The thing about raising boys...a conversation with Phil Robertson and Josh Creel
What does it mean to raise boys and how is that different than raising girls. In this conversation, I talk to two fathers of sons and what they've learned about raising sons which help their children grow, and themselves.
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Season 1
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Episode 172
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1:25:41
God and gratitude...a conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer
What is gratitude and why should we be a grateful people? In this conversation with Don Truex and Scott Beyer, we talk about what gratitude is, how to become more grateful, and if we are even good judges of our own graciousness.
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Episode 171
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1:05:38
The Gospel of Mark
This is a reading of the Gospel of Mark. The translation is the World English Bible.
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Season 1
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Episode 170
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1:46:33
Faith in a Prius
Picture this - your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, shaking you to your core. Much like our lives, right? Join us as we explore this comparison and help you understand the promise of God's unending grace that keeps us going, even when...
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Episode 169
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16:05
Fight for your vulnerability, a conversation with Jonathan Banning
What if being vulnerable isn't a weakness, but a profound strength? Jonathan Banning and I plunge into this question in an enlightening conversation about the complexities of vulnerability within the realm of Christianity. We look at the courag...
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Season 1
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Episode 168
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54:43
A quick trip to Palawan
Prepare to embark on an inspiring journey as Mark McCrary, Wyatt Taylor, and I weave tales of our life-altering missionary trip to the Philippines. Our tales are a testament to the power of faith, the richness of diverse cultures, and the dee...
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Season 1
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Episode 167
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1:02:22