The Living Unleashed Podcast

Discipleship--Engaging With Scripture

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 14:35:00 -0600

In this episode, we continue our look at discipleship by exploring how to effectively engage with scripture as we learn from Jesus how to better follow him. Keep on Living Unleashed!!

What Is Discipleship?

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0600

In this week’s podcast, we are looking at the question “What Is Discipleship?” This will be the first of a series of episodes that will dive into this topic to see the importance of discipleship as we walk with Jesus.

God Is Doing A New Thing

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

It is officially spring. The grass is getting greener, the birds are singing, and the squirrels are playing in my backyard. Spring is filled with signs of new life and God’s new work. What new thing is God doing in your life this spring season? Are you ready to embrace it?

Now That Is Life

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

I start every podcast describing the abundant life that Jesus offers as a life filled with hope, joy, peace, and freedom. In this podcast episode, we dive deeper into the passage from John 10:10 where Jesus says he has come to give us this abundant life to see what that looks like.

Is God Prompting You?

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600

This past week Christie and I had the opportunity to go to the movies with a couple of friends to see “Jesus Revolution”. I am amazed at the many parallels between that time period of the late 1960’s and early 1970’s to the historic movement of revival and renewal that is playing out today before our very eyes. But while all eyes are focused on the various locales where God is moving that continue to make the news, I would like to pose a question for you—Is God prompting you? As God moves, is it possible those little nudges you have been sensing to either re-engage with God or go deeper with Him are actually His invitations for you to join in on this historic movement? Listen along to this episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast to be challenged to say “yes” to Jesus.

Impact of Revival

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

In our last episode, I shared my upcoming trip to visit the Asbury revival. In this episode, I share the impact the revival had on my journey. It can be summed up in the following five effects:

A Deeper Thirst for Jesus.
Greater Hunger for God’s Word.
A Renewed Richness In My Prayer Life.
A More Profound Compassion For Others.
Clearer Vision To Discern the Spiritual Nature of Distractions, Misunderstandings, and Trials.

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Road Trip To Revival

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

I am headed on a road trip. Revival has broken out at Asbury University and has spilled across the street to Asbury Seminary and onto other college campuses around the country. On this episode of the podcast, I discuss the plans for this road trip and what I hope to gain from the experience. I can’t wait to share that experience with you all in future episodes of the podcast.

Now Do This

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

In our previous episode, we looked at what Jesus described as the one thing that is the most important thing of all—loving on God with all that we are. But he didn’t stop there. The second part is to love others in the same way that we love ourselves. In this episode, we explore what that looks like in our everyday lives. Join me for the journey and keep on Living Unleashed!

Do This One Thing

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

If we want to live unleashed, then it would make sense that we would look to the one who demonstrated the type of life that we want. He is also the one who offers us this life. So when someone asks him a question about living, we definitely want to pay attention to what he offers. He is asked what is the most important thing, the greatest commandment. What he says in response to this question is the key to living unleashed.

A Strategy For A New Beginning

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Welcome to the all-new Living Unleashed Podcast. On this episode, Jeremy goes into more detail about what precipitated this new beginning in his life and how you can launch a new beginning in your life as well.

The All-New Living Unleashed Podcast—I Am Desperate For Jesus

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0600

Welcome to the all-new Living Unleashed Podcast. Join Jeremy as he discusses the long break since he last got on the mic and how a desperation for Jesus leads to living unleashed. Life is an epic journey…Let the journey begin!

Change Your Life By Changing Your Mind

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:13:00 -0600

We have a choice to make. What are we going to think about? What are we going to focus on? This choice affects whether we experience peace and joy or chaos and fear. Paul says that we are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. He also tells us that when we focus our minds on the Spirit and allow him to control our minds, we will experience life and peace. We can change our lives by changing our minds.

EXPOSED!!! Pulling Back the Curtain on Fear

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:50:00 -0600

In L. Frank Baum’s classic story, The Wizard of Oz, we discover that the Great and Powerful Oz is merely an old, wrinkled man behind a curtain. All of the smoke and mirrors and booming voice are only a show. Once the curtain has been pulled back, Dorothy and her companions discover the Wizard isn’t so great and powerful after all.

Fear works in much the same way. It blusters and blows and puts on a big show, but in reality has no power at all other than what we give it. As Zach Williams writes in his song—“Fear, he is a liar”.

In his second letter to Timothy, Paul writes, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.” Through the Holy Spirit we have a spirit of power and not fear; a spirit of love and not timidity; we have a spirit of self-discipline so that we need not be controlled by fear.

Get a Gratitude Vaccination

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0600

In today’s podcast, you will learn how to get your “gratitude vaccination”.

Studies have found not only a correlation but an actual causal link showing that increased social media use brings an increase to feelings of depression, loneliness, anxiety, and envy. According to Dr. Frank J. Ninivaggi, “Unconscious envy prompts one to feel inadequate, incomplete, impotent and missing out.”

Gratitude reduces our tendencies to compare ourselves to others. “Comparison is the thief of joy,” as Theodore Roosevelt once said. When we practice gratitude, we are better able to celebrate the accomplishments of others in place of feeling bitterness and resentment towards them because of what they have or what they have accomplished.

Proverbs 14:30 says, “A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” Do you have a heart that is at peace? Gratitude is the antidote—or vaccine— to envy and a whole host of other negative emotions. Paul encourages us in Philippians 4:4-7 with these words: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

The Best Of All Is--God Is With Us

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0600

We had our first Live Feed worship service on Sunday due to the restrictions in place to attempt to flatten the curve of the coronavirus pandemic. Today's podcast is the message that I shared during that Live Feed. In this time of crisis, we are invited to remember that God is with us, therefore, we can be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:1-9). The title of this podcast is actually the final words of John Wesley before his death. I hope you find some encouragement with these words. As always, Keep on Living Unleashed.

How to Take a Real Rest

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:13:00 -0600

Has life made you tired and exhausted? Especially during this time of crisis with the coronavirus pandemic, you may feel overwhelmed and beat. Jesus offers us a real rest--one that we can't find anywhere else. With him, we can live freely and lightly even in the midst of crisis and tough times. Listen to today's episode to find out how to take a real rest.

The One Thing That Never Changes

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:42:00 -0600

How quickly everything has changed. Ten days ago, the coronavirus seemed to be something that was still effecting “them” (with “them” referring to someone else but us). The major headline in the news cycle was the primary elections that had been dubbed Super Tuesday II. Yet, as each 24 hour cycle passed, the news continued to get worse, until large portions of our communities were shut down in an effort to “flatten the curve” of the progression of this virus. To look back and review all of the changes that have happened in a little more than a week can make one’s head spin. And to attempt to look forward can seem to be an overwhelmingly scary and hopeless task. How much more will everything change?

I have good news for your today. No matter how much or how quickly the world around us changes, one thing holds true—“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”. (Hebrews 13:8) Nothing on earth can change that and that is good news. The Psalmist says, “I love you, Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” (Psalm 18:1-2) Jesus promises to be with us always. (Matthew 28:20) He even tells us we can find peace in him even though in this world we will find trouble, but we are to take heart because he has overcome the world. (John 16:33)

What Does God Want?

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 17 May 2019 06:30:00 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. God wants you to be joy-filled, but there is a secret. Listen to today’s episode to find the answers. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Where Does Your Strength Come From?

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 16 May 2019 06:30:00 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. Where does your strength come from to tackle each new day? What gives you stamina for the journey? Listen to today’s episode to find the answers to these questions and more. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Is Joy Happiness?

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 15 May 2019 13:20:00 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. Is joy the same thing as happiness? Is God happy? Can I be happy? Listen to today’s episode to find the answers to these questions and more. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Launch Into a New Thing

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 14 May 2019 06:30:15 -0600

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The Hope of Glory

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 13 May 2019 06:30:05 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. We continue our discussion of hope overcoming fatalism. It is no longer we who live, but Christ who lives in us and that is the great mystery…Christ in you, the hope of glory! Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Hope in the Midst of Dry Bones

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 08 May 2019 06:30:55 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. We continue our discussion of hope overcoming fatalism. By looking at Ezekiel and the valley of dry bones, we discover how hope can overcome the direst of circumstance. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

The Hope of Life

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 07 May 2019 06:30:53 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. Today, we discuss hope vs. fatalism through the lens of light and darkness. Jesus is the light of the world so we have hope. Since he is in us, we also shine light into the world so that the world can see hope in us. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Hope Vs. Fatalism

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 06 May 2019 06:30:56 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. As Christians, we use the word hope a lot. However, much of the time, our words, attitudes, and actions betray that we are fatalists. In today’s episode, we learn how hope overcomes fatalism. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

I Am Loved So I Love

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 03 May 2019 06:30:15 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. The main reason we love is because we are first loved by Jesus. We do it because of who God is and what he has done for us. Listen in to this episode to find out how. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Do It Anyway

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 02 May 2019 06:30:48 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. The only way to live the Living Unleashed life is to give it away. But sometimes we just don’t feel like it. However, we don’t do it because we feel like it. We do it because we have been called by God to do so. Listen in to this episode to find out how. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Giving Away the Living Unleashed Life

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 01 May 2019 06:30:33 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. The only way to live the Living Unleashed life is to give it away. How are you giving life away to find it? Listen in to this episode to find out how. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Keep Your Eyes On Jesus

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 06:30:15 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, I reflect on the spiritual retreat I participated in last week. Keeping Jesus at the center of our lives changes everything. Listen in to this episode to find out how. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Pause and Rest

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 29 Apr 2019 06:30:34 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. Today’s episode is recorded in a special location. I had the opportunity to go on a spiritual retreat at the end of last week and recorded this podcast in that setting as I reflected on pausing and resting. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Be Passionate

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 06:30:52 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we sum up our conversation about this passionate life that God has designed for us. This is the life we were created to live. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

We Love Because We Are Loved

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 06:30:49 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about why we love. Why are we passionate about God and others? What is the source of all of this love? Listen today to find out. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Love Others and Live

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 06:30:43 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about being passionate about others. Passion for others is the natural outworking of our passion for God. It is what keeps us grounded. This is the life we were created to live. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Love God and Live

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 06:30:46 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about being passionate about God. When we are passionate in love with God, we are truly living. This is the life we were created to live. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Get Engaged

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:30:13 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about the engaged life. When we are passionate about God, we are engaged in living life. This is the life we were created to live. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Life Is Built On Hope

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 06:30:01 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about hope. Life is built on hope. Without hope, there is now vision and without vision, there is no life. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

The Strength of Hope

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 06:30:52 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are talking about hope. Hope is not merely wishful thinking. It is an expectation in an outcome based on a belief. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

You Have Epic Influence

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 06:30:38 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. In today’s episode, we are continuing to unpack the term “epic” as we discover that we have epic influence. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

You Are Epic

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 06:30:09 -0600

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Season 3: Deeper Launch Party

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:30:16 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! It is finally here! The launch of season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast, Deeper, happens today and I am so excited! This season you are invited to go DEEPER into the Living Unleashed life. We will focus on practical strategies, tips, and habits that will help you to experience passion, hope, joy, peace, and freedom as you live unleashed. Hope you enjoy.

Keep on Living Unleashed!

Jeremy

Bonus Replay: Ending The Week Well

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 06:30:45 -0600

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Bonus Replay: God’s Got This

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 06:30:30 -0600

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Bonus Replay: The Dentist

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 06:30:30 -0600

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Bonus Replay: Be Strong And Courageous

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 06:30:04 -0600

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Bonus Replay: A Bunch Of Hats

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 06:30:29 -0600

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Bonus Replay: Worship Community

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 06:30:41 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! I am so glad you have joined us this week for the journey. We just wound up our journey through Luke and Acts last week and are preparing to launch Season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast on April 15th! For these two weeks, we are doing Bonus Replay podcasts. I am selecting 10 of my favorite episodes from Season One to replay. This will give you a chance to listen in to some of the early episodes that you might have missed. Today’s episode is entitled “Worship Community”. This podcast opens with a short reflection on the global reach of the Living Unleashed Podcast. I am amazed at how the places around the world that have downloaded an episode of the podcast has continued to grow. Then we jump into a discussion of what it takes to have authentic worship. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Bonus Replay: It Rained And We Were Blessed

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 06:30:31 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! I am so glad you have joined us this week for the journey. We just wound up our journey through Luke and Acts last week and are preparing to launch Season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast on April 15th! For these two weeks, we are doing Bonus Replay podcasts. I am selecting 10 of my favorite episodes from Season One to replay. This will give you a chance to listen in to some of the early episodes that you might have missed. Today’s episode is entitled “It Rained And We Were Blessed,” and it contains a story from a mission trip I went on to Mexico. Sometimes we just need a new perspective. Hope you enjoy.

Keep on Living Unleashed!

Jeremy

Bonus Replay: Calm In The Midst Of Chaos

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 06:30:00 -0600

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Bonus Replay: What Are You Afraid of?

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 06:30:37 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! I am so glad you have joined us this week for the journey. We just wound up our journey through Luke and Acts last week and are preparing to launch Season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast on April 15th! For the next two weeks, we are doing Bonus Replay podcasts. I will be selecting 10 of my favorite episodes from Season One to replay. This will give you a chance to listen in to some of the early episodes that you might have missed. Today’s episode is entitled “What Are You Afraid Of?” In some of these early episodes, I experimented with doing the podcast from a script that I had all written out to read. I didn’t like the way these ended up sounding because they lacked warmth and spontaneity. I love the content of this episode and have thought about recording it again sometime now that I have more experience on the mic. Hope you enjoy.

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Jeremy

Bonus Replay: Lakeside Sunrise

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 06:30:26 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! I am so glad you have joined us this week for the journey. We just wound up our journey through Luke and Acts last week and are preparing to launch Season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast on April 15th! For the next two weeks, we are doing Bonus Replay podcasts. I will be selecting 10 of my favorite episodes from Season One to replay. This will give you a chance to listen in to some of the early episodes that you might have missed. Today’s episode is entitled “Lakeside Sunrise”. Here is a little bit of trivia: This is the first (and, as of right now, only) episode that I have recorded in the outdoors. Listening to it again, makes me want to record another outdoor episode. What do you think? Should I record another episode in nature? Let me know in the comments. I hope you enjoy!

Keep on Living Unleashed.

Jeremy

Season 2 Finale

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 06:30:57 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We have reached the end of our journey for this season and what a wonderful journey it has been. Today, we take a quick look at some of the highlights we picked up from Luke as we journeyed through Luke and Acts. We also take a look at what to expect in Season 3 of the Living Unleashed Podcast which will launch on April 15th! Over the next two weeks, I will be reposting some “Best Of” podcasts from Season 1 of the Living Unleashed podcast.

Keep on Living Unleashed,

Jeremy

God’s Not Finished: Acts 28

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 06:30:03 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 28 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Even though we have come to the end of our Journey with Luke in Acts 28, we discover that God is not finished. This is wonderful and hope-filled news for our lives today. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

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Jeremy

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Strength In The Midst Of The Storm: Acts 27

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 06:30:35 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 27 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. We all experience storms in our lives. When the storm hits, we want the strength to come through it. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

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Jeremy

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Resistance Is Fruitless: Acts 26

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 06:30:25 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 26 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. God whispers into our heart the plan he has for us, but often times we ignore it. This leads to our lives being fruitless. This may lead to God getting more spectacular in the way he gets our attention. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

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Jeremy

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Life In The Midst of the Mundane: Acts 25

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 06:30:49 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 25 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Much of our life happens in the midst of normalcy of every day. The mundane. What happens when God is found in the midst of the mundane? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

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Jeremy

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I Hate To Wait: Acts 24

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 06:30:45 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 24 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. I hate to wait. Yet it is a normal part of life. In fact, it is often times in the times of waiting that some of the most amazing things in life happen. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

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Jeremy

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Take Courage! You Are Not Alone: Acts 23

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 06:30:24 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 23 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Sometimes we go through difficult periods in our lives. We see with Paul that Jesus is with us and that we can take courage. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

Keep on Living Unleashed!

Jeremy

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You Are Uniquely Qualified: Acts 22

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 06:30:31 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 22 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. God has uniquely created and gifted you to do exactly what he has called you to do. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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To Boldly Go… Acts 21

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 06:30:34 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 21 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Are you boldly pursuing the call that Jesus has on your life? Are you willing to pursue it when others around you are pressuring you to go in another direction? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Are You Sitting On The Edge?: Acts 20

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 06:30:47 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 20 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. If we want to live unleashed, we need to keep our attention focused on Jesus. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Your Transformation Can Change the World: Acts 19

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 06:30:09 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 19 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. When we are following Jesus, we are living unleashed. When we are living unleashed, our living unleashed lives will have an impact on the community around us that brings transformation through the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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A Journey With Friends: Acts 18

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 06:30:04 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 18 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. God can encourage us on our journey by surrounding us with friends and co-journeyers. When we are living unleashed, we do not travel alone. It is always in community. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Let Me Tell You: Acts 17

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 14:09:21 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 17 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. How do you tell others about this Living Unleashed life that you have discovered? As we look at Paul today, we discover that our approach can be different than we might think. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Knocking, Listening, Following: Acts 16

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 06:30:54 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 16 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Have you ever been stuck trying to make a decision? Sometimes you just have to keep moving as you listen and discern. Paul did. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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When You Hit a Snag: Acts 15

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 11 Mar 2019 06:30:12 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 15 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Everyone hits a snag in a relationship sometimes. The question is, “How do you handle it?” In Acts 15, we witness the early church hitting just such a snag and how they navigated those waters. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Who Is Encouraging You: Acts 14

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 08 Mar 2019 06:30:06 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 14 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Who in your life offers you strength and encouragement? We all need someone. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Keep On Keeping On: Acts 13

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 06:30:10 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 13 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Even though things don’t “go right” for Paul and his companions, God encourages them by filling them with joy and the Holy Spirit. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Earnest Prayer Changes Things: Acts 12

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 06:30:02 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 12 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. The church in prays earnestly and Peter is released from prison. How might earnest prayer change your life? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Who Are You Leading: Acts 11

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 06:30:55 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 11 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Barnabas invests in Saul’s life by standing up for him and inviting Saul to work with him. How are you investing in the lives of others to change the trajectory of their life so that they can live unleashed? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Watch What God Can Do: Acts 10

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 06:30:35 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 10 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Is it possible that God wants to use you in an amazing way today? Are you open to the Holy Spirit’s prompting? How might your willingness to respond to that prompting impact the life of someone else? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Not the Day You Expected: Acts 9

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 06:31:03 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 9 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. When we follow Jesus, our days can be filled with the unexpected and exciting. What is Jesus going to do in your life today? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Wisdom, Guidance, Direction, & Freedom: Acts 8

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 06:30:38 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 8 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Do you want wisdom and guidance in your life? Wisdom and guidance can bring freedom and the Holy Spirit offers both. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Being a Witness in Love: Acts 7

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 06:30:55 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 7 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. In this chapter, we continue the account of Stephen and learn what it looks like to be a faithful witness to Jesus even to the point of death. This is a very challenging chapter. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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This Chef Can Really Cook: Acts 6

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 06:30:50 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 6 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. At the beginning of the chapter, we discover that Stephen is selected to help serve food. By the end of the chapter, we see that he is so much more and so are we. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Tell Everyone How To Live Unleashed: Acts 5

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 06:30:00 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. It is great to be back on the mic this week after being out for some dental issues. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Acts 5 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. “Tell the people all about this new life” (vs. 20). Today, we get the opportunity to dive deeper into what it means to share the living unleashed life with others. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Have You Been With Jesus: Acts 4

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 06:30:00 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our Journey with Luke. I want to say a big thank you to my dad, Brad, who is the voice of the Living Unleashed Podcast today while I get a dental issue resolved. Today, we are in Acts 4. The religious leaders noticed that Peter and John had been with Jesus. This invites us to ask the question: Can folks tell that I have been with Jesus? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Jesus is All I Need: Acts 3

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 06:00:03 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our Journey with Luke. I want to say a big thank you to my dad, Brad, who is the voice of the Living Unleashed Podcast today while I get a dental issue resolved. Today, we are in Acts 3. As we witness Peter and John, we discover that all we need is Jesus. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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The Holy Spirit Has Your Back: Acts 2

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 06:00:29 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our Journey with Luke. I want to say a big thank you to my dad, Brad, who is the voice of the Living Unleashed Podcast today while I get a dental issue resolved. Today, we are in Acts 2. We see first hand, the radical change in Peter’s boldness for Christ because of the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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I’ve Got the Power: Acts 1

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 02:45:47 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our Journey with Luke. I want to say a big thank you to my dad, Brad, who is the voice of the Living Unleashed Podcast today while I get a dental issue resolved. Just like the beginning of Luke’s Gospel, we see the Holy Spirit smack dab in the middle of all the action. The disciples are asked to wait for God to move. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Introduction to the Book of Acts

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 04:00:21 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. I want to say a big thank you to my daughter, Breeanna, who is the voice of the Living Unleashed Podcast today while I get a dental issue resolved. Today, we are diving into our Introduction to the book of Acts on the Living Unleashed Podcast. In the book of Acts, the good news is proclaimed. Lives are changed. Miracles take place. The message spreads. Perhaps, one of the greatest miracles we will witness is the transformation of Saul into the Apostle Paul. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Victory and Power: Luke 24

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:00:01 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 24 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Life. New Beginning. Victory. Overcome. Resurrection. The themes of this chapter bring hope, joy, peace, and freedom. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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When It Seems Like It Is Finished: Luke 23

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 04:00:04 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 23 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What if this was the first time you read about Jesus’ trial and crucifixion? What would jump out at you? What would you see that you have missed? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Everything Is Unraveling Around Me: Luke 22

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 04:00:23 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 22 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. We have hit the beginning of the climax of Luke’s Gospel. It seems as if the enemy is about to win. But Jesus expresses hope in the middle of chaos and trouble. We can hear the same message for our lives today when we hit chaos and trouble. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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You Want All of Me: Luke 21

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 04:00:28 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 20 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Jesus praises a widow woman for giving everything. Upon the first reflection, we might find this teaching difficult. Is it possible that in it we actually find immense freedom? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Made in Whose Image? Luke 20

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 11 Feb 2019 04:00:10 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 20 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Who is the authority in your life? What do you do with Jesus? As Jesus gets nearer to the cross, he leads us to ponder these questions. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Seriously, No Choice is a Choice–So Make a Choice: Luke 19

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 04:00:23 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 19 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Seriously, no choice is a choice. In Luke 19, Jesus challenges us to make a choice. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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A Desperate Persistence: Luke 18

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 04:00:05 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 18 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Are you desperate for God? Why should you be? Jesus has a lot to say about our need for God in Luke 18. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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All That and a Bag of Chips: Luke 17

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 06 Feb 2019 04:00:15 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 17 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What kind of faith does it take to forgive? Not as much as you might think. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Consider Your Future: Luke 16

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 04:00:14 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 16 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Jesus continues to teach with parables and today’s parables prove to be the most challenging so far. What are we to do with them? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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The Celebrating Heart: Luke 15

Jeremy Henson — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 04:00:22 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 15 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What is the heart of God like? Through the lens of 3 parables, we discover the intensity, intentionality, and generosity of God’s heart. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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The Invitation: Luke 14

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:00:47 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 14 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. We have journeyed a little over halfway through Luke this week. What a journey it has been! Today, we hear Jesus’ invitation to a banquet. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Seismic Impact: Luke 13

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 04:00:47 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 13 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. When it comes to the kingdom of God, little things have a seismic impact. How can the kingdom of God impact your life today? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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What Are You Seeking? Luke 12

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:00:51 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 12 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What are you seeking? Where do you put your trust? Where is your heart? We tackle these questions in today’s podcast. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Keep On Keeping On: Luke 11

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 04:00:03 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 11 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. “Lord, teach us to pray.” I know that I want to learn more each day about how to pray. Who better to ask than Jesus himself? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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One Thing: Luke 10

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 04:00:40 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 9 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What are the focus and priority of your life? What is your “one thing”? Could you use a focus adjustment? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Roller Coaster of Faithlessness: Luke 9

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 04:00:10 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 9 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. The disciples make a great case study into our own lives. Today, they are on the roller coaster of faithlessness. One moment they are on top, filled with faith. The next moment they plummet. What can we learn about our own faith as we look at the disciples lives? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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There Is No God Like Our God: Luke 8

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 04:00:29 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 8 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. There truly is no God like our God. In Luke 8, we discover that we can have faith in Jesus because he has power and authority over nature, demons, physical health, and death itself. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Faith–Firm Conviction, Decisive Action: Luke 7

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 04:00:08 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 7 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. What is faith? By examining the faith reactions of two individuals who interact with Jesus, we gain a deeper understanding of how faith operates in our lives. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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What Goes In Will Come Out: Luke 6

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 04:00:56 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 5 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Jesus uses a common sense example of about trees and the fruit they produce to help us understand ourselves and what comes from our heart. This totally changes how we go about to change aspects of our lives. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Try Again: Luke 5

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 04:00:19 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 5 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. We read about four examples of faith in today’s chapter. These examples encourage us to try again–not in our own power–but in the power of Jesus. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Got Your Back: Luke 4

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 04:00:10 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 4 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the role the Holy Spirit and Scripture play in helping us deal with temptation. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Transform My Life: Luke 3

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 04:00:51 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 3 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. In this episode, we discuss humbly submitting our lives to Jesus to allow Him to transform and empower us through His Holy Spirit while purifying us. Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and jump into the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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Gentle Nudge or Kick in the Pants: Luke 2

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 16 Jan 2019 04:00:10 -0600

Hey fellow Journeyers! Jeremy here. We are continuing on our “Journey with Luke”. Today, we are diving into Luke 2 on the Living Unleashed Podcast. In this episode, we discuss how God gets our attention and communicates with us. When we are growing closer to God and going deeper as we pursue a life in the Spirit, we are better able to hear God’s still small voice. When we aren’t paying attention, sometimes we need a kick in the pants to get through to us. Are you paying attention to God? Join us on the journey with today’s podcast and join the ongoing conversation in the comments.

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The Holy Spirit is Moving: Luke 1

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 04:00:39 -0600

At the Living Unleashed Podcast, we are on a Journey with Luke. Today, we are diving into Luke 1. There is so much action that takes place in this chapter and the Holy Spirit is right at the center of it all. The Holy Spirit is still active today. What is he wanting to do in your life? How are you going to open your life to his activity?

Download the free “Journey With Luke” Guide to map out your journey with us.

Let’s Get Started: Introduction to Luke

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 04:00:34 -0600

It has finally arrived! Season 2 begins. This season is entitled “Journey With Luke”. Each day’s 10-minute podcast will dive into a chapter from Luke or Acts as we read through Luke’s 2-volume set together. Today’s episode is an introduction to Luke and lays out the roadmap for our journey together. I am so excited to get this season started. Let’s go! Keep on Living Unleashed!

ACTION STEPS TO JOIN THE JOURNEY

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Season 2 Trailer: Journey With Luke

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:42:26 -0600

The purpose of Living Unleashed is to journey together as we intentionally shape our lives to experience the abundant and full life that Jesus promises. This is a passionate life that is defined by hope, filled with joy, marked by peace and walks is freedom. Season 2 is entitled “Journey With Luke” and we are going to intentionally shape our lives by journeying through the books of Luke and Acts.

I invite you to read a chapter each weekday and listen to that day’s podcast where we will dive into the chapter for the day. We will continue the conversation together in the comments section and on Facebook. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. Like and follow the Living Unleashed Podcast Facebook page. Check out the website, www.livingunleashed.org daily to keep up on all the new content from the podcast, the YouTube Channel, and the blog.

ACTION STEPS TO JOIN THE JOURNEY

Download the free Journey With Luke PDF Checklist
Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes.
Like and follow the Living Unleashed Podcast Facebook Page.
Check out the Filament Bible
Subscribe to the YouTube Channel for more great content.
Follow Living Unleashed on Instagram.
Checkout the the website at www.livingunleashed.org daily to keep up on all the new content from the podcast, the YouTube Channel, and the blog.

082: Announcing Season 2 of the Living Unleashed Podcast Starts January 14, 2019

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 04:00:16 -0600

Today's episode is the Season 1 Finale of the Living Unleashed Podcast. We continue to look to what is coming in 2019. Season 2 of the Living Unleashed Podcast will begin on January 14. In this season, we will be journeying together through the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Join us on our episode today for the journey and discover how you can go deeper with God as you intentionally shape your life to experience the life He has designed for you. 2019 is going to be amazing! Keep on Living Unleashed!

Link to the Filament Bible

081: Announcing New YouTube Content for 2019

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 04:00:26 -0600

In today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, we continue to look to what is coming in 2019. Listen to this episode to find out about the exciting new content coming to YouTube in the coming year. Join us for the journey and find out the exciting news. Keep on Living Unleashed!

080: Announcing Chasing Wildfire

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 04:00:57 -0600

In today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, we continue to look to what is coming in 2019. Listen to this episode to find out about Chasing Wildfire: Pursuing Life in the Holy Spirit. Join us for the journey and find out the exciting news. Keep on Living Unleashed!

079: A Big Announcement

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 04:00:20 -0600

In today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, we have some big announcements about what is coming up in 2019. Join us for the journey and find out the exciting news. Keep on Living Unleashed!

078: Responding to God

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 04:00:58 -0600

I love the season of Christmas. It is a wonderful reminder of how far God is willing to go to demonstrate his love for us. It is also a reminder of how he can use the most marginal people of society to impact the entire world. Just think of all of the characters that show up around the birth of Jesus. You have a teenage mom and a blue-collar dad, shepherds who were considered by society to be dirty and religiously unclean, and outsiders from a far-off land bringing him his first gifts. Each of these folks saw that God was doing something amazing in the world and responded. As we journey together today on the Living Unleashed Podcast, we will be exploring Mary’s response to God and how we choose to respond to him each day. I hope you will join us for the journey. Keep on Living Unleashed!

077: Passionate Community

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 04:00:20 -0600

How far does sharing go in community? Community draws us to share all that we have to care for the needs of others. Community leads to our needs being met. We are not talking about unhealthy, narcissistic needs, but genuine human needs. When a group of people gathers together with the same servant attitude that places others first, it results in a community where everyone is cared for. This can never happen in a group of people where everyone is looking out for their own needs. On today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, we discover what healthy community looks like when we are passionately pursuing the heart of God. Keep on Living Unleashed.

076: Seeking Passionate Community

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 04:00:12 -0600

How do we know what love is? How can we recognize right passion? John tells us in this short letter that he has written. “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.” (1 John 3:16) Love and passion can only be experienced within community and relationships. Love and passion require a target. There must be someone to receive that which is offered. It always takes place in the context of community. On today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, we journey together as we discuss how we live out our passion in community. Come and join us. Keep on Living Unleashed!

075: Passion for Our Children

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 04:00:51 -0600

The writer of Deuteronomy encourages us to impress the ways of God upon the hearts of our children. It says that we should talk about God’s ways when we are at home or on the road. Even to the point of hanging them on our doorframes. Think about that for a minute. Whether we are at home with our children or running around town doing errands, we are to be teaching them the ways of God. Our homes are to be such environments that express the passion of God and that express passion for God. On today’s episode, we look at how passion for God affects our relationship with our children. Keep on living unleashed!

074: Passion for Your Spouse

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 04:00:54 -0600

To bring the act of creating humanity to completion (and thus taking care of the “It is not good…”), God creates Eve. Before God does this though, he demonstrates that there is nothing else in all of creation that will fill the need for relationship like another human. Adam could not find completion in any of the animals that God had created. The most intimate of these human relationships is the one between a husband and wife. What does God’s passion for us tell us about our relationships with our spouses? Join the Living Unleashed Podcast as we continue our journey looking at how our passion for God affects our relationships with others. Keep on Living Unleashed!

073: Relationship in the Garden

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 07:00:25 -0600

One of God’s great acts of passion was the creation of the world. Genesis 1 records for us the great care and creativity that God put into bringing all that exists together. In Genesis 2, the focus turns from the world in general to humanity in particular. As we watch the creative dance unfold before us, we see the need for relationships. After creating Adam, God declared, “It is not good for the man to be alone.” It has often times been pointed out that God’s declaration of “It is not good…” is in direct contrast to the repeated chorus of “And God saw that it was good” that we find in Genesis 1. As a matter of fact, throughout the creation narrative, this is the only time that there is a statement of incompletion. Something is missing. We need relationship. Join us for the journey this week on the Living Unleashed Podcast as we look at how our passion for God affects our relationships.

072: Passion for God Above All

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 04:00:47 -0600

It can be easy to confuse passion for God and passion for religious things. The church at Ephesus ran into this problem. If you read the first three verses of chapter two, it seems to describe the model Christians: hard-working, perseverance, defending the truth, and enduring hardships. All these are admirable traits. We would feel pleased if Jesus described us in such terms. But the Ephesians were missing something. This something was so important that Jesus said it threatened their identity as the church. What was this something? Love. Join us today on the Living Unleashed Podcast as we explore passion for God above all else. Keep on Living Unleashed!

071: Busyness Distracts Our Passion for God

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 04:00:47 -0600

If the world cannot seduce our passions away from God, it will attempt to distract our passions with busyness. It is a much more subtle tactic. We don’t really view that we are doing anything wrong. As a matter of fact, we convince ourselves that we are being good, responsible people. Now, there is nothing wrong with responsibility and a good work ethic, but if our passion is not first of all for God, it can lead down some dangerous paths. Today, on the Living Unleashed Podcast, we examine those paths on our journey together. Keep on Living Unleashed!

Luke 10:38-42

“Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith…” Hebrews 12:2

070: Passionately Shaped by the Spirit

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 04:00:03 -0600

The world constantly begs to be the focus of our passions. And before we become a passionate Jesus-follower, it usually succeeds at getting our attention. How do our passions look different when we become a follower of Jesus and a seeker of the heart of God? Paul gives us a pretty good idea in his letter to the Galatians. Join us on the journey on today’s Living Unleashed Podcast as we discover how as we passionately seek God our lives are shaped by the Spirit. Keep on living unleashed!

Galatians 5:16-26

069: Passionately Seeking God’s Kingdom

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 04:00:05 -0600

We are continuing our journey together on the Living Unleashed Podcast as we look at living out our passion for God by seeking His Kingdom. Once we come to know God’s great love and passion for us, it changes the rest of our lives. We are never the same. The things that used to matter to us begin to take a less prominent place in the scheme of things as we focus our attention on God and his kingdom. Jesus calls us to seek God’s kingdom first. Keep on Living Unleashed!

Matthew 6:25-34

068: Passionately Pursuing the Heart of God

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 04:00:29 -0600

God’s heart is for the world. Ever since the beginning, when Adam and Eve first rebelled by giving into the passion to be like God, God has been wooing the world back to himself. God’s passion for us is so great, that he has gone to the ends of the earth for us–defeating death itself. It is because of God’s great passion that we can experience true life.

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

067: Mentor Someone

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 04:00:53 -0600

Jesus says that we will be his witnesses to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:1-11). As with service, carrying the message of Jesus and his kingdom to the world is an integral part of being a Jesus-follower. The most effective way of introducing others to Jesus and fanning into flame a passion for God within them is through relationships. As we focus our passion on God and invest in relationships that are built on loving others as God loves us, we place ourselves in a position to be a mentor. We mentor by being involved in others’ lives and inviting them to be involved in ours. On today’s podcast episode, we will discover how we can be a mentor to others. I hope you will join us on our continued journey. Keep on living unleashed!

066: Serving Like Jesus

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 04:00:11 -0600

The scriptures describe the movement of God throughout history as he is on mission to redeem humanity. The climax of this movement is the death and resurrection of his son Jesus. But the movement and mission does not stop there. Jesus reminds us that no servant is greater than their master. Jesus served to further the mission of God and bring glory to the kingdom. He expects the same from you. Service is not an option to exercise when you feel like it or have time. It is an intricate part of who you are in Jesus. Join us on today’s episode as we continue to journey together and learn to live unleashed!

Matthew 25:31-46

065: You’ve Got to Grow!

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 04:00:23 -0600

Individual growth. God expects that our results will be in line with the gifts he has given. Notice in Jesus’ parable the owner did not dictate how each of the servants was to invest their talents. However, he definitely expected that they would invest their talents and produce results. God does not just expect that we will accept who we have been created to be, he also expects that we will live it. You will not be judged on anyone else’s scale of talents, but you will answer for your own. What have you done with the life that God has given to you? Keep on Living Unleashed!

Matthew 25:14-30

064: Relationships Characterized by Love

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 04:00:05 -0600

Jesus tells us that the way the world will know that we are his is by our passionate love. Our interactions with our spouse or children will reflect the heart of God. Our attitudes and words towards our co-workers will reflect the passion of God. The time we take for neighbors and strangers alike will show the passion that has been placed in us by God. Our relationships make all the difference in the world as we strive to change the world for Jesus.

Acts 2; John 13:34-35; Matthew 25:31-46

063: Passion for God

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:00:37 -0600

Passion for God. This is the fuel of our life. It is what gives you energy for each new day. It affects your attitudes and your actions. It is the path through which we find the “life to the fullest” which Jesus promised us. There is an exchange that takes place in Mark 12:28-34. Jesus is discussing with a teacher of the law concerning which commandment is the most important. In today’s episode, we listen in on this interaction and see what Jesus says about what is important in our life. Join us for the journey and keep on living unleashed!

Mark 12:28-34

062: Thanksgiving for Hope

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 08:47:10 -0600

I pray that you have had a wonderful Thanksgiving. This week we have been journeying together through a special series of Thanksgiving episodes on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Today is the fifth and final episode in the series and we are giving thanks for hope. As we are reminded of the wondrous hope we have in Jesus, let us give thanks to the God of hope who fills us with joy and peace. Keep on living unleashed!

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

061: Thanksgiving for Family

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 04:00:56 -0600

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at the Living Unleashed Podcast! I pray that you will have a wonderfully blessed day of celebration with your family and friends. This week we are doing a special series of Thanksgiving episodes on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Today is the fourth episode in that series and we are giving thanks for family. As you celebrate together today, give thanks to God for one another and keep on living unleashed!

Psalm 127:3-5 Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.

060: Thanksgiving for God’s Blessing and Provision

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 04:00:29 -0600

This week is Thanksgiving, so we are going to have a special series of Thanksgiving episodes on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Today is the third episode in that series and we are giving thanks for God’s blessing and provision. Scripture tells us that God is faithful to provide for our needs and that when we seek him we will “lack no good thing”. How has the Lord blessed you as he has provided for you? Join us on the journey in today’s episode as we give God thanks for his blessing and provision.

Philippians 4:19-20 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Psalm 34:10 The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

059: Thanksgiving for Call and Purpose

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 04:00:17 -0600

This week is Thanksgiving, so we are going to have a special series of Thanksgiving episodes on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Today is the second episode in that series and we are giving thanks for God’s call on our life and the purpose for which he created us. In Ephesians 2:10, we discover that we are God’s handiwork and that he created us to do the good works that he prepared in advance for us to do. God has a purpose for your life to be used for good! Are you living into that calling and purpose? Join me on the journey today as we give thanks to God for his purpose for our lives. Keep on living unleashed!

Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

058: Thanksgiving for New Life in Christ

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 04:00:29 -0600

Welcome back to another week of the journey here at Living Unleashed. This week is Thanksgiving, so we are going to have a special series of Thanksgiving episodes on the Living Unleashed Podcast. Today, we are giving thanks for the new life we have in Jesus. Lamentations 3 tells us that God’s mercies are new each morning. He is passionate about us and offers us his love and mercy anew each and every morning. Everyday I can live powerfully in the new life that I have in Christ Jesus. Join us as we give thanks to God for this new life. Keep on Living Unleashed!

Lamentations 3:22-26 Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him. The Lord is good to those who hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.”

057: The Cost of Non-Discipleship

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 04:00:33 -0600

What is discipleship? Discipleship is making decisions every day to intentionally follow Jesus. Another way to say it is discipleship is following Jesus on purpose. Now, to do this we must take Jesus and his words seriously. Dallas Willard writes of Jesus and his words, “They are essentially subversive of established arrangements and ways of thinking. … He himself described his words as ‘spirit and life’ (John 6:63). They invade our ‘real’ world with a reality even more real than it is.”

To understand discipleship, we must examine the life of Jesus and his words to see what it takes to follow Jesus on purpose. We have to dig together to discover how those ancient words are full of life for us today. How instructions for living that were given over 2000 years ago–halfway around the world–are still just as relevant as if they were spoken directly to us today. As a matter of fact, they are spoken to us right here–right now–if we will only listen. When we go to the Lord in prayer and prayerfully read his Word-we are listening. We are listening for the Word made flesh to speak into our lives through his living word that we might each be better equipped to follow Jesus on purpose as disciples.

As we listen, we discover that when we miss out on learning to follow Jesus as a disciple we are actually missing out on the promises of peace, joy, life, and power that he offers to us. As Dallas Willard writes in his book The Divine Conspiracy, “Nondiscipleship costs abiding peace, a life penetrated throughout by love, faith that sees everything in the light of God’s overriding governance for good, hopefulness that stands firm in the most discouraging of circumstances, power to do what is right and withstand the forces of evil. In short, nondisicpleship costs you exactly that abundance of life Jesus said he came to bring (John 10:10).”

056: Who Is Your Storyteller?

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 04:00:48 -0600

Who is controlling your story? As we hear God’s story, we find our identity within it. We now belong to Jesus. “It is no longer I who lives, but Christ who lives in me” (Galatians 2:20). I give up all attempts to find my identity in my own good deeds, my accomplishments, or possessions. There can only be one master story-teller speaking over my life—and that is Jesus. In today’s podcast episode we consider the account of the rich young man that is found in the Gospels (Matthew 19:16-30; Mark 10:17-31; and Luke 18:18-30). I offer you the following prayer to help you weave the message of this passage into your own story.

Jesus, as I come to you this day, I give up all of my attempts to make myself good in your eyes or the eyes of others. Instead, I rest in your love as the free grace that it is. I take you and you alone as my Lord, Savior, and King. I relinquish all my efforts to find my identity in what I attain or hold onto—power, money, possessions, and position. I declare that you are my only Master. I look to you for guidance, direction, and strength. I want to hear your voice over the clamor of the world around me. I receive my identity of being yours. Through the power of your Holy Spirit, make me more like you today. Amen.

055: You’ve Got to Have It to Give It

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 04:00:51 -0600

What do I most want for my children? What do I want to pass on to them? I love how Eugene Peterson translates Deuteronomy 6:6-9 . It draws out the importance to have Jesus inside of us before we can get him inside of our children. If I am not living in the power Christ, how can I teach my children to live in his power? I want my children to live a life filled with joy, hope, peace, and strength. These are qualities that God gives us as we live our lives in Jesus. This makes it all the more urgent for me to intentionally shape my life so that I am experiencing these qualities so that I can pass them on to my children. As we journey together on today’s podcast, we will explore how we have to have it to give it. Why don’t you come and join us?

054: The Keys

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 04:00:29 -0600

Pray continually. Whatever is true, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Seek first his kingdom. Seek him with your whole heart. Love him with all you are—heart, soul, mind, and strength. Should our thoughts not always be on the Lord and on his kingdom? In today’s podcast episode, we look a story about my youngest son and a set of keys as we explore focusing on Jesus. Keep on living unleashed!

053: A Heart Attuned to God

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 04:00:18 -0600

Join me today on the Living Unleashed Podcast as we take a look at how to get our hearts attuned to the heart of God. Through prayer, we become more attuned to the heart of God. Instead of telling God what he should be doing, we listen for what he wants and desires of us. We even ask him what it is that he would have us to pray. As we fall deeper in love with God and come to better understand his heart, we are prepared to come before God boldly with our requests, because our longings and desires will be in line with the heart of God. It will not be about getting what I want, but about me inviting God to work in and through me to do what he wants.

John Wesley’s Covenant Prayer

I am no longer my own, but yours.

Put me to what you

will,

place me with whom you will. Put me to doing, put me to suffering.

Let me be put to work for you or set aside for you, Praised for you or criticized for you.

Let me be full, let me be empty.

Let me have all things, let me have nothing.

I freely and fully surrender all things to your glory and service. And now, O wonderful and holy God,

Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer,

you are mine, and I am yours.

So be it.

And the covenant which I have made on earth, Let it also be made in heaven. Amen.

052: A Life That Walks in Freedom

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 04:00:26 -0600

Today’s podcast is filled to the brim! I didn’t quite stay within the 10-minute boundary, but I was close. I found that when we are talking about the freedom we have in Christ that there is just so much good stuff to talk about. We covered a couple of points, but we will definitely be swinging our journey through this topic again soon to pick up on and refine some points we missed. Thanks for joining me on the journey this week. I hope you enjoy today’s podcast and I will see you again next week. Keep on living unleashed!

O Lord, Awaken me to my real life in Christ. A passionate life. A life that is defined by hope, filled with joy, marked by peace, and walks in freedom. In Christ, I am living unleashed. In the powerful name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

051: A Life Marked By Peace

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 04:00:33 -0600

I am an extrovert. I love to be where the action is. But every now and then, I need some peace and quiet to be able to think and process information and ideas. I have to remove myself from my environment and circumstances to find a peaceful location where I can be by myself to think. Unfortunately, this strategy doesn’t work when we are looking for peace in the midst of troubling life situations. It is difficult, if not impossible, to remove ourselves from the middle of our own lives so that we can find peace of heart, mind, and soul. How do we have peace in those situations? Join me on the journey in today’s podcast to discover how. Keep on living unleashed.

050: A Life Filled With Joy

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 04:00:35 -0600

This is the 50^th episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast! I just want to thank each of you for joining me on this journey and helping Living Unleashed to reach this milestone. I am so pumped! I think it is fitting that today we are talking about joy. I have been producing the Podcast for five days per week for almost two months now, and reaching this marker on the journey brings me an immense amount of joy, accomplishment, and a sense of achievement. However, I can tell you that producing this podcast is not always a joyful experience. It is just one small thing that I do in a week that is filled with the responsibilities of being a husband, dad, and Pastor. If I were dependent on the podcast to be the barometer of my joy, I would be in serious trouble. I would have more emotional ups and downs than the average roller coaster. Listen to today’s podcast episode to discover the source of true, deep joy.

049: A Life Defined By Hope

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 04:00:26 -0600

Hope. What is hope? If we defined hope based on how we use the word in everyday conversation, we would say that hope is merely another word for “wishful thinking.” We say things like “I hope to get to go to the game on Friday night.” or “I hope they have spaghetti at the new restaurant we are going to for supper.” We are communicating what we want the desired outcome to be, but are uncertain as to whether or not that will be the actual case.

Our scriptural hope is not wishful thinking, but a hard reality that is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

048: Awakened to a Passionate Life

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 04:00:51 -0600

This week, on the Living Unleashed Podcast, we are working through the purpose of Living Unleashed. On today’s episode, we discuss what it means to be awakened to a passionate life. I invite you to pray the following prayer each day this week as you listen to each day’s podcast.

O Jesus,

Awaken me to my real life in You. A passionate life. A life that is defined by hope, filled with joy, marked by peace, and walks in freedom. In Christ, I am living unleashed.

In the powerful name of Jesus, I pray.

Amen.

047: Taste and See

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:09 -0600

God is good. Have you experienced his goodness? The Psalmist invites us to “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” (Psalm 34:8). This is some odd imagery. The act of tasting the Lord seems rather curious. How do you go about doing this? Listen to today’s podcast to find out. Keep on living unleashed!

046: Decision Time

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 04:00:26 -0600

Each and every one of us have times in our lives where we have to make decisions that will significantly impact the rest of our lives. Some of these decisions, we make with confidence as we press into our future. Other decisions can leave us paralyzed and unsure of which direction to go. These are the moments we seem to become most interested in knowing the will of God. Today, we will look at a prayer in the Psalms that will help us to live unleashed as we follow God in our decision making.

045: Don’t Be a User

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 04:00:43 -0600

Are you a user? Are you involved in an ongoing and authentic relationship with God? Do your requests to God flow from this covenant relationship or are you using God like some tool to be pulled out when the situation calls for it? Listen to today’s podcast episode to see how this kind of relationship can bring a life of living unleashed!

044: Your Neighbor Is Awesome Too!

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 04:00:32 -0600

On yesterday’s episode, we looked at five reasons why you are awesome. On today’s episode, we see how those same reasons apply to your neighbor and affect how you should treat others. How are you going to encourage and build up the others in your life today? Listen to this episode to find out why you should and be encouraged to go out and do it. Keep on living unleashed!

043: You Are Awesome!

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 04:00:47 -0600

On today’s episode of the Living Unleashed Podcast, I want you to know one thing. You are AWESOME! You were created in God’s image and are incalculably valuable to Him. So valuable are you, that He sent his only Son to die for you to redeem you and to reconcile you to Himself. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Listen to today’s episode to find out how awesome you really are. Keep on living unleashed!

042: Tribute to Eugene Peterson Part 3

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:00:08 -0600

On today’s episode, we wrap up a three-part series giving reflecting on the work of Eugene Peterson who passed away earlier this week. Eugene Peterson is the author of more than 30 books, including The Message paraphrase of the Bible and “A Long Obedience in the Same Direction”. One of the unique things about him was that while he was a wonderful writer, he also remained a practitioner–serving the church he planted for around 30 years. Today, we take a look at Colossians 3 from The Message. Keep on living unleashed!

041: Tribute to Eugene Peterson Part 2

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 04:00:15 -0600

On today’s podcast, we continue our tribute to Eugene Peterson who passes away earlier this week at the age of 85. He had a tremendous impact on many lives through his writing and his Bible paraphrase, The Message. Today, we look at a passage from Galatians that helps us to flesh out our understanding of freedom in Christ. Live free! Keep on living unleashed!

040: Tribute to Eugene Peterson Part 1

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:00:23 -0600

Another voice was added to the “great cloud of witnesses” this past Monday, October 22, 2018. Eugene Peterson, best known for his paraphrase translation of the Bible called The Message, passed away. He was often called the Pastor of pastors. A life-long pastor himself, he authored more than 30 books over the course of his life. This three-part series of podcasts looks at a few of the passages of scripture from The Message Bible that have most impacted my journey and I hope they will have an impact on you as well. Keep on living unleashed!

039: Pay Attention!

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 04:00:27 -0600

Pay attention! As the trees around us are beginning to burst forth with the colors of fall, creation is crying out to us to pay attention and see what beauty God has made. Our reaction to creation’s beauty should be nothing more than worship that is filled with thanksgiving and gratitude. Are you paying attention? You don’t want to miss it. Let it move your heart to worship. Keep on living unleashed.

038: Get Up and Do Something!

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:00:11 -0600

Just get up and do something! If we want to experience the living unleashed life, then we have to be tending to our lives on an ongoing basis. Just like my yard has needed to be mowed every week this summer or it would get out of control, we must be consistently drawing near to Jesus because when we are near him we can experience hope, joy, peace, and freedom. Keep on living unleashed!

037: Dangers on the Journey–Gossip

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 04:00:27 -0600

Living Unleashed is a journey, and as with any journey, there are dangers along the way. This week, we are going to look at five such dangers that we encounter on the path. In today’s episode, we are going to look at the danger of gossip. This is a danger that is capable of derailing your entire journey to live unleashed. Join me on the journey as we see how it affects us and what we can do to overcome it.

036: Dangers on the Journey–Envy

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 04:00:56 -0600

Living Unleashed is a journey, and as with any journey, there are dangers along the way. This week, we are going to look at five such dangers that we encounter on the path. In today’s episode, we are going to look at the danger of envy. This is a danger that is capable of derailing your entire journey to live unleashed. Join me on the journey as we see how it affects us and what we can do to overcome it.

035:Dangers on the Journey–Lust

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 04:00:31 -0600

Living Unleashed is a journey, and as with any journey, there are dangers along the way. This week, we are going to look at five such dangers that we encounter on the path. In today’s episode, we are going to look at the danger of lust. This is a danger that is capable of derailing your entire journey to live unleashed. Join me on the journey as we see how it affects us and what we can do to overcome it.

034: Dangers on the Journey–Anger

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 04:00:59 -0600

Living Unleashed is a journey, and as with any journey, there are dangers along the way. This week, we are going to look at five such dangers that we encounter on the path. In today’s episode, we are going to look at the danger of anger. This is a danger that is capable of derailing your entire journey to live unleashed. Join me on the journey as we see how it affects us and what we can do to overcome it.

033: Dangers on the Journey–Unforgiveness

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:00:12 -0600

Living Unleashed is a journey, and as with any journey, there are dangers along the way. This week, we are going to look at five such dangers that we encounter on the path. In today’s episode, we are going to look at the danger of unforgiveness. This is a danger that is capable of derailing your entire journey to live unleashed. Join me on the journey as we see how it affects us and what we can do to overcome it.

032: 3 Things to Do While You Wait–Bonus: Serve

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 04:00:29 -0600

This is a BONUS episode! A difficult path on our journey to Living Unleashed can be waiting. Waiting on an answer, direction or a breakthrough. The question that comes up is, what do we do while we wait. Today’s episode is the bonus episode in a three-part series where we will look at ~~three~~ four intentional choices we can make while we are on a path of waiting. Today’s choice is to Serve.

Daily Quote “Kindness is a wonderful way to let another struggling soul know that there is still love in this world.” Unknown

Daily Verse Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 1 Peter 4:10

Daily Challenge Commit to doing at least one act of kindness today for someone in your life or someone whose path you cross today.

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031: 3 Things to Do While You Wait–#3 Listen

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 04:00:22 -0600

A difficult path on our journey to Living Unleashed can be waiting. Waiting on an answer, direction or a breakthrough. The question that comes up is, what do we do while we wait. Today’s episode is the third in a three-part series where we will look at three intentional choices we can make while we are on a path of waiting. Today’s choice is to Listen.

Daily Quote “Prayer at its highest is a two-way conversation–and for me the most important part is listening to God’s replies.” Frank Laubach

Daily Verse But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Daily Challenge As you are praying to God, be sure to allow for some time of quiet to listen for His reply. Ask the Holy Spirit to make you attentive to the voice of God throughout the day that you might not miss God’s reply in the midst of your busyness.

030: Things to Do While You Wait–#2 Pray

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:00:49 -0600

A difficult path on our journey to Living Unleashed can be waiting. Waiting on an answer, direction or a breakthrough. The question that comes up is, what do we do while we wait. Today’s episode is the second in a three-part series where we will look at three intentional choices we can make while we are on a path of waiting. Today’s choice is to Pray.

Daily Quote “Prayer is as natural an expression of faith as breathing is of life.” Jonathan Edwards

Daily Verse But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 (ESV)

Daily Challenge Be intentional about praying to God about the situation that has you on the path of waiting. Talk to him about it. Be specific.

029: 3 Things To Do While You Wait–#1 Praise

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 04:00:15 -0600

Waiting can be a difficult path on our journey to Living Unleashed. Waiting for an answer, direction or a breakthrough. The question that comes up is, what do we do while we wait. Today’s episode is the first in a three-part series where we will look at three intentional choices we can make while we are on a path of waiting. Today’s choice is Praise.

Daily Quote “To us, waiting is wasting. To God, waiting is working.” Louie Giglio

Daily Challenge I challenge you to be intentional about praising God today.

028: God’s Got This

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:00:44 -0600

Welcome to another week of the journey at the Living Unleashed Podcast. I know that you are going to have an amazing week. How do I know that? Listen to today’s podcast to find out! Keep on living unleashed!

Daily Quote “God’s got this.” –Unknown

Daily Verse Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him! Isaiah 30:18 (NIV)

Daily Challenge Invite God into your day. Strive to look to him every moment. Repeat throughout the day: “God, you’ve got this.”

Daily Resource Check out the Living Unleashed website at www.livingunleashed.org. There you can catch up on past podcast episodes, read the blog entries, join the conversation in the comments section, and stay up-to-date on all that is happening with Living Unleashed.

027: Ending the Week Well

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:00:02 -0600

How has your week been? Has it been a week that has left a smile on your face or has it left you tired and frustrated? As we journey together in today’s episode, we will explore an intentional practice that will help you end the week with that smile no matter what your circumstances have been.

Daily Quote “It’s not happy people who are thankful. It’s thankful people who are happy.” Unknown

Daily Verse Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Daily Challenge Stop and intentionally take inventory of this past week. List what you are thankful for. Give thanks to God.

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026: Good Overcomes Evil

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 04 Oct 2018 04:00:12 -0600

While we are journeying to live unleashed, there is plenty of evil in the world that tries to discourage and overwhelm us. How do we overcome such pervasive evil in the world? The answer may not be what you think. On today’s podcast, we’ll explore the answer.

Daily Quote “Reach out and help others. If you have the power to make someone happy, do it. Be a vessel, be the change, be the difference, or be the inspiration. Shine your light as an example. The world needs more of that.” Evelyn LaShawn Palmer

Daily Verse Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21

Daily Challenge How can you shine light into this world today? What can you do for someone else that will overcome the evil they are experiencing in their life?

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025: The Power of Influence

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:00:36 -0600

Have you ever stopped to consider how you influence other people around you? You have the power to leave a positive influence or a negative influence on the people you come into contact with each day. The choices you make in your interactions with others can help them to learn to live unleashed.

Daily Quote “Never underestimate the influence you have on others.” –Unknown

Daily Verse So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Daily Challenge Who will you influence today? What can you do that will encourage someone in your life and build them up?

Daily Resource Check out the Living Unleashed website at www.livingunleashed.org. Catch up on past podcast episodes and read the blog posts. I would love to have you leave comments so you and I can interact together and with the other listeners. Stay up to date on all that is happening with Living Unleashed.

024: No Small Purpose

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 04:00:34 -0600

Daily Quote “There are no small parts, only small actors.” Constantin Stanislavski

Daily Verse Genesis 18:18-19 “For Abraham will certainly become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth will be blessed through him. I have singled him out so that he will direct his sons and their families to keep the way of the Lord by doing what is right and just. Then I will do for Abraham all that I have promised.”

Daily Challenge Try a new perspective. No matter what you are doing today, say to yourself, “God can use this to fulfill his purpose.”

The Living Unleashed YouTube Channel

023: You Have a Purpose

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:53 -0600

Do you feel like you have a purpose? Do you know that you were created with a purpose? Do you know that God wants to fulfill that purpose in your life? Listen to today’s podcast as we journey together to live on purpose as we live unleashed.

Daily Quote “You are enough because God created you in His image and for a unique purpose and plan.” Tim Tebow, from This is the Day

Daily Verse The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands. Psalm 138:8 (ESV)

Daily Challenge Take a few moments to stop and ask God “What is your purpose for me today?

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022: How to Get Your Life in Tune

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:00:25 -0600

Is your life out of tune? Do you feel like your life is a constant push and pull–filled with tension and struggle? What if your life could be a beautiful, harmonious tune? Listen to today’s podcast to learn how to get your life in tune. Keep on living unleashed!

Daily Quote “Everything in heaven and on earth not attuned to Him is out of tune. And there are no exceptions.” E. Stanley Jones

Daily Verse “Very truly I tell you, the Son can do nothing by himself; he can do only what he sees his Father doing, because whatever the Father does the Son also does.” John 5:19

Daily Challenge Before you charge into the day to do what you have decided to do, offer your day up to the Lord and ask for His leading so that you will be attuned to Him.

Daily Resource The Living Unleashed Podcast is now an Amazon Alexa Skill. Now you can set up the Living Unleashed Podcast as a part of your Flash Briefing on any Alexa enabled device.

021: How to Defeat Lies and Live Content

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 04:00:27 -0600

The Living Unleashed Podcast has a new format! This is the first episode trying out our new format. The episodes are still about 10 minutes but have some new segments. Hope you enjoy.

Daily Quote “Satan’s target is your mind and his weapon is lies. So, fill your mind with God’s Word.”

Daily Verse “The Lord is my shepherd. I lack nothing.” Psalm 23:1

Daily Challenge Memorize Psalm 23:1 and repeat it to yourself over and over throughout the day. See how this affects your level of contentment. I believe that you will feel more at peace as you affirm this truth over and over again.

Daily Resource The Living Unleashed Podcast is now an Amazon Alexa Skill. Now you can set up the Living Unleashed Podcast as a part of your Flash Briefing on any Alexa enabled device.

020: Uncertain Times, Unchanging God

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 04:00:59 -0600

There is a lot of uncertainty in today’s world. All one has to do is scan the news headlines to know that this is so. We can also go through uncertain times in our own lives. The good news is that even when things are shifting around us, we have an unchanging God. Listen to today’s episode to see how God’s unchangingness changes everything. Keep on living unleashed!

019: The Dentist

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0600

Sharing our story doesn’t have to be elaborate or difficult. It is simply a matter of having eyes to see an opportunity that your story speaks to. I had such an opportunity recently with my seven-year-old son on our way to the dentist. What was an anxious moment for him, became a teaching moment where he ended up feeling strength and peace in the place of fear and dread. Keep on living unleashed!

018: Be Strong and Courageous

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 04:00:41 -0600

I have a busy week ahead of me. Most weeks are, but this one seems extra busy with several different things that have to be accomplished. We all face challenges in our lives, but how we face those challenges can determine whether we meet and conquer them or whether they throw us off track. In today’s episode, we consider Joshua’s commissioning to lead after Moses’ death. Even though the task before him was monumental, the Lord told him to be strong and courageous because God was with him. When we live strong and courageous because of the reality of God’s presence, we are living unleashed!

017: Guard Your Heart Part 3–How You Choose

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:00:14 -0600

Today’s episode is the third and final installment of a three-part series that will consider the direction in Proverbs 4:23–“Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.” We will discover what the author of Proverbs had in mind and how it is so much more complex than we might have thought. As we consider this deeper meaning, we will see how following this direction will help us to live unleashed.

The Bible Project

Matthew 15:17-20 “Don’t you see that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then out of the body? But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these defile them. For out of the heart come evil thoughts–murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. These are what defile a person…”

016: Guard Your Heart Part 2–How You Feel

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 04:00:19 -0600

Today’s episode is the second in a three-part series that will consider the direction in Proverbs 4:23–“Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.” We will discover what the author of Proverbs had in mind and how it is so much more complex than we might have thought. As we consider this deeper meaning, we will see how following this direction will help us to live unleashed.

The Bible Project

Ephesians 4:26-27 In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.

John 6:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

015: Guard Your Heart Part 1–How You Think

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 04:00:29 -0600

Today’s episode is the first in a three-part series that will consider the direction in Proverbs 4:23–“Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.” We will discover what the author of Proverbs had in mind and how it is so much more complex than we might have thought. As we consider this deeper meaning, we will see how following this direction will help us to live unleashed.

The Bible Project

Proverbs 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life. (CSB)

Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. (NIV)

2 Corinthians 10:5 We demolish arguments and every pretension (opinion) that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. (NIV)

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (NIV)

014: This is the Day–A Call to Action

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 04:00:16 -0600

“This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it.” This is a popular verse from Psalm 118. But have you ever read it in its context? When you do, you come to realize that it is a powerful verse and not just an inspirational saying that looks good hanging on your wall. Join me as we journey together to discover how this Psalm can help us to live unleashed!

013: A Bunch of Hats

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 04:00:22 -0600

We all wear many different “hats.” Some of mine are husband, dad, son, brother, friend, pastor, counselor, speaker, writer, and a podcaster. There are other hats that I put on from time-to-time as well. Sometimes I have to put on the Mr. Fix-it hat to take on a repair or the referee hat to take on my kids’ disagreements. The point is, we each have different hats that we wear in different situations. The question then becomes, what is the common thread that weaves through all of those different identities? Some of you may have noticed that I did not include a Christian hat. That was not an oversight. My identity as a follower of Jesus Christ is not a hat that I put on to come to church on Sunday and Wednesday. Join me on our continued journey together as we discover how our identity as a follower of Jesus is that which defines how we will live as we wear any of our other hats. Keep on living unleashed!

012: What is Your Story?

Jeremy Henson — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 04:00:17 -0600

Today’s podcast is a special weekend edition. This podcast runs longer than the usual weekday episodes. This is an audio teaching from a recent message I shared with our community of faith. We look at a couple of examples from the Gospels of folks who had an authentic encounter with Jesus, how they shared that encounter with others, and the effects it had. We all have a story to share. What is your story? How might it impact someone’s life if you shared it? Join me on our continued journey as we learn to live unleashed!

Mark 5:1-20

John 4:1-42

011: Picture Perfect

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:00:26 -0600

Do you struggle with focus in your prayer time? I know that I do. My mind can jump from topic to topic faster than a bunch of kids running around at a birthday party filled up with sugar-laden cake and kool-aid. I have to employ some intentional practices to help me to stay in the moment in my conversation with God. In today’s podcast, I share one of the practices that I use to guide my time of prayer and keep me focused and present. I hope you will join me on the journey as we continue to live unleashed.

010: Worship Community

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 05:00:34 -0600

I gained a new insight into the dynamics of worship one summer while teaching at a Youth Leadership Camp. The environment we found ourselves in played against the stereotype of how to set up for great worship. First, we were a small group-only 34 of us on most nights. Some might have said that we did not have critical mass. We were in an outdoor tabernacle that was simple and even a little cluttered. The seating was homemade wooden benches that were moderately comfortable. The tabernacle was open sided which added to our attendance in the form of gazillions of mosquitoes and other pests. It also helped us to fully experience the heat and humidity. This definitely wasn’t a new, air-conditioned building with individual padded seating. We had two worship leaders who each played an acoustic guitar. No drums, no keyboards, and no backup singers. Listen to today’s podcast to see what happens next.

009: It Rained and We Were Blessed

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 05:00:36 -0600

Rain can interfere with our plans—plans to mow the yard, plant the garden, go for a walk, play golf, or go fishing. The kids get stir-crazy when they can’t go outside. We have all had times when we have had to change our plans due to a rainy forecast. On one particular occasion, I remember being particularly frustrated when my plans were interrupted, but, in the midst of my sulking, I recalled a trip to Mexico. That memory helped me to adjust my attitude and gain a new perspective. Join me on the journey as we discover how attitude is important when you are living unleashed.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6

008: Calm in the Midst of Chaos

Jeremy Henson — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 05:00:16 -0600

Recently, as I was meeting with a group of folks, I asked the question, “What is prayer?” After some discussion, we came to a consensus that prayer is a conversation with God. However, after further discussion, we all admitted that most of the time our conversation is pretty one-sided with us doing most (if not all) of the talking. So the question becomes, how do we listen for the voice of God, especially in the midst of the chaos and competing voices that are all around us. In today’s episode, join Jeremy on the journey as we consider how Elijah heard the voice of God on the mountaintop as we listen for the voice of God in our own lives. Keep on living unleashed.

1 Kings 19:9-18

⁹There he went into a cave and spent the night.

And the word of the Lord came to him: “What are you doing here, Elijah?”

¹⁰He replied, “I have been very zealous for the Lord God Almighty. The Israelites have rejected your covenant, torn down your altars, and put your prophets to death with the sword. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me too.”

¹¹The Lord said, “Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by.”

Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. ¹²After the earthquake came a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper.¹³When Elijah heard it, he pulled his cloak over his face and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave.

Then a voice said to him, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”

¹⁴He replied, “I have been very zealous for the Lord God Almighty. The Israelites have rejected your covenant, torn down your altars, and put your prophets to death with the sword. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me too.”

¹⁵The Lord said to him, “Go back the way you came, and go to the Desert of Damascus. When you get there, anoint Hazael king over Aram. ¹⁶Also, anointJehu son of Nimshi king over Israel, and anoint Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel Meholah to succeed you as prophet. ¹⁷Jehu will put to death any who escape the sword of Hazael, and Elisha will put to death any who escape the sword of Jehu.¹⁸Yet I reserve seven thousand in Israel—all whose knees have not bowed down to Baal and whose mouths have not kissed him.”

007: What Are You Afraid Of?

Jeremy Henson — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 05:00:21 -0600

In this episode, Jeremy tells a story about being afraid of the dark as a child. All of us fear something, but the Apostle Paul invites us to turn from fear, worry, and anxiety to rejoicing, thanksgiving, and prayer. Join Jeremy on the journey of replacing our fear and anxiety with thanksgiving and the peace and joy that results. Keep on living unleashed!

Philippians 4:4-7 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

006: Lakeside Sunrise

Jeremy Henson — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 05:00:54 -0600

In this episode, Jeremy records from a special location–beside a lake at sunrise. The stillness of this place, brings to mind Psalm 46:10 and God’s invitation to “be still and know that I am God.”

Stillness can be quite hard to come by in our lives today. Join Jeremy as he rests in the stillness of early morning and seeks God in the quiet before the day gets busy.

Psalm 46:10 Be still and know that I am God.

005: Stop!

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 05:00:14 -0600

Jeremy reflects on an old episode of the sitcom Perfect Strangers that he recently watched with his family. No one wants to be taken advantage of. Instead, we want what is fair and just. But, what happens when God is factored into the equation? By considering the story of Abraham in Lot in Genesis 13, we find out. Keep on living unleashed.

Genesis 13 Abraham and Lot.

Exodus 14:14 The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still.

Philippians 2:5-8 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Jesus Christ: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death–even death on a cross! (Bold mine)

004: Intentional Good

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 05:00:21 -0600

Titus 3:8b,14 And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone. … Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives.

Paul wants to make a point as he wraps up his letter to Titus. He emphasizes and stresses not only the importance of doing what is good but the need to be devoted to the good. We must be intentional about doing good. It is something we learn and practice doing. Unfortunately, we do not always do all the good that we can. We have an enemy who is determined to keep us from the good. But, when we fail to do the good, we have a gracious God who will pick us up and set us back on the path once again.

Jeremy tells a story of his own determination to do the good, his failure to accomplish it, and the grace of God that sets him on the path once again. Join him on the journey and keep on living unleashed.

003: Confidence in a Friend

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:28:29 -0600

In this episode, Jeremy shares a story of a friend who helped out in a camper refurbishing project. Even though some of the jobs were overwhelming, the skills and knowledge this friend brought to the task caused Jeremy to be confident and relaxed while tackling the job. We can have confidence every day in life because we have a friend and his name is Jesus.

John 15:15 “I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.” (NIV)

Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through Christ who gives me strength. (NIV)

002: Origins Part Two

Jeremy Henson — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:54:15 -0600

Why the Windmills?

This episode is Part 2 of the Origins episodes. In this episode, Jeremy begins by answering the question: Why the windmills? This story begins in 2005 and goes on a journey of several fits and starts with Living Unleashed over the years. Jeremy explains how the Holy Spirit has guided this amazing journey over the past more than a decade and how the Spirit is guiding your journey as well as you seek to live unleashed. Come, listen to the story and join the journey.

Amazon Link

An Unstoppable Force: Daring to Become the Church God Had in Mind by Erwin McManus

001: Origins Part One

Jeremy Henson — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 12:55:24 -0600

This is the first episode of a two-part series of Origin episodes. These two episodes take the time to explain what the purpose and mission of Living Unleashed is and what value it can add to your life.

There seems to be such a disconnect between the life of the early church and our present-day experience of church. The life that is described in scripture is a life that is filled with joy, peace, hope, love, strength, and freedom, yet these words do not seem to accurately describe the lives of many followers of Jesus today. In fact, followers of Jesus seem to be just as worried, stressed, and angry as the rest of the world around us.

I want to discover and live this life that scripture describes. I have been on this journey for over 13 years. I am no guru. I don’t have it all figured out. I am merely a journeyer who is still on the journey, but I have tasted this living unleashed life and I want to experience more of this life every single day until the description living unleashed comes to characterize my life.

I invite you to go on this journey with me as we discover more of this life together as we purposefully shape our lives to live unleashed.