Season 1

Nov. 17, 2024

Another conversation with Jake

How often do we as Christians ponder the essence of our relationship with God? Is it merely inherited from our upbringing, or do we seek to carve our unique path in understanding and connecting with the divine? In today's epi...

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Nov. 3, 2024

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 bot...

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Oct. 20, 2024

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 confron...

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Oct. 15, 2024

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 dodg...

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Oct. 6, 2024

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 e...

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Sept. 29, 2024

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 add...

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Sept. 22, 2024

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 de...

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July 28, 2024

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July 1, 2024

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 brin...

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June 23, 2024

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 wisd...

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June 19, 2024

QUICK THOUGHT The Idol of Busyness

Another experiment, this time talking about the idol of busyness. Support the Show.

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June 17, 2024

QUICK THOUGHT: The Idol of Self

This is another experiment, and I talk about the idol of self. Support the Show.

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June 17, 2024

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 …

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June 13, 2024

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. Support the Show.

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June 4, 2024

The book of Ecclesiastes

In this episode, I read the book of Ecclesiastes. The translation I use is the World English Version available here . Support the Show.

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March 25, 2024

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. Support the show

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Jan. 29, 2024

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. Support the show

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Jan. 22, 2024

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. Support the show

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Jan. 8, 2024

The thing about raising boys...a conversation with Phil Robertson and…

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. Sup...

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Dec. 31, 2023

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 …

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Dec. 24, 2023

The Gospel of Mark

This is a reading of the Gospel of Mark. The translation is the World English Bible. Support the show

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Oct. 23, 2023

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 …

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Oct. 15, 2023

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...

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Sept. 25, 2023

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 cult...

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