https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/making-much-of-jesus--5560518enChristianityCopyright Jim Mackingahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/268a8fc950ec2260a39ae9202cee2c32.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/making-much-of-jesus--5560518Wed, 15 Jan 2025 03:55:21 +0000Jim MackingaJim Mackingafeeds@spreaker.comcleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-20-who-we-are--50987067https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50987067Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:15:09 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Who We Are." As followers of Jesus, we can live "Outside The System" (OTS). The "Systems" of this world, like religions and governments. We can do this by knowing where it all starts....2888jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-19-faithfulness-lived-out--50913282https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50913282Sun, 14 Aug 2022 19:24:28 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Faithfulness Lived Out." Understanding faithfulness is something that can be counted on. It is being truthful and keeping promises; it is being reliable and is used by someone worthy of...2688jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-18-dilemma-of-forgiveness-2--50843355https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50843355Sun, 07 Aug 2022 19:17:10 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the "Making Much of Jesus" series, today's theme is the second part of "The Dilemma of Forgiveness." Last week was about how we need Jesus and His forgiveness to be real forgivers. Today, Jesus shows us what an ineffective forgiver brings...3189jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-17-the-dilemma-of-forgiveness--50766178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50766178Sun, 31 Jul 2022 19:15:56 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the "Making Much of Jesus" series, today's theme is "The Dilemma of Forgiveness." We need Jesus and His forgiveness to be real forgivers. We also need to understand why forgiveness is such a big deal. Jesus shows us what an ineffective...2641jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-16-me-worry-jesus--50697005https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50697005Sun, 24 Jul 2022 19:22:14 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Me & Worry & Jesus." Jesus has better options than worry for us. Worry doesn't add anything to life and doesn't meet our needs. Worry reflects limited trust in Jesus, whereas trusting...3080jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-15-jesus-brings-safety--50604900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50604900Sun, 17 Jul 2022 19:44:08 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the "Making Much of Jesus" series, today's theme is "Jesus Brings Safety." The people around Jesus wanted to know about Him, and as always, Jesus told them the truth. But some hated Him because of this, so Jesus reasons with them to...2343jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-14-adoption-means-a-lot--50604891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50604891Sun, 17 Jul 2022 19:41:54 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Adoption Means A-Lot." We can ignore the titles God gives us or embrace the most confidence-building words ever. Jesus teaches us that we are his friend, are all created equal, are...2814jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-13-circumstances-nudges--50604880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50604880Sun, 17 Jul 2022 19:40:26 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's them is "Circumstances & Nudges." Unexpected Circumstances can lead to profound impacts on our lives. Jesus can show up in a shipwreck that produces kindness and can protect us from things that...2684jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-12-seeing-jesus-in-my-life--50370711https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50370711Sun, 26 Jun 2022 19:11:44 +0000Jim MackingaToday's theme is "Seeing Jesus In My Life," continuing the series "Making Much of Jesus." Why is Jesus so often missed? Is it because we are unaware, forgetful, or miss those moments. Today let us look at how to recognize Jesus, who is always there.3146jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-11-seeing-jesus-show-up--50175261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50175261Sun, 12 Jun 2022 19:15:26 +0000Jim MackingaToday's theme is "Seeing Jesus Show Up," continuing the "Making Much of Jesus" series, recognizing Jesus shows up by seeing Jesus in ourselves and others. This is about sensing His presence and placing our faith where it belongs. Feeling His power...2801jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-10-ready-for-the-battle--50071701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50071701Sun, 05 Jun 2022 19:13:23 +0000Jim MackingaToday's theme is "Ready For The Battle," continuing the series "Making Much of Jesus." The enemies we face look for the space between Jesus and us, always trying to distract us. Jesus wants us to know His ways and put His words into practice. This...3023jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-9-practical-ideas-on-why-many-don-t-follow--49989190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49989190Sun, 29 May 2022 19:25:50 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's them is Practical ideas on "Why Many Don't Follow." Why is it so hard to get others to follow Jesus? Is it because Jesus was a very different kind of leader? Or has His message been stolen?...3168jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-8-prepping-to-help-others--49979477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49979477Sat, 28 May 2022 20:32:59 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Prepping To Help Others." Once we know, trust, and love Jesus and seek to be like Him before others, we effectively live out the dynamic of disciple-making. Today's message will show us...3277jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-7-4th-proof-by-being-him--49979450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49979450Sat, 28 May 2022 20:28:38 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is the continuation of the 4th Proof: "By Being Him" to answer the question "So, Am I Following Jesus?" Jesus invites us into being with Him, to give His message to others, and to stand...3236jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-6-3rd-proof-more-we-love-him--49979433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49979433Sat, 28 May 2022 20:25:32 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is the continuation of the 3rd Proof: MORE "We Love Him" to answer the question "So, Am I Following Jesus?" Jesus gives us many reasons to love him. He's irresistible, relentless, cares...3077jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-5-so-am-i-following-jesus-3rd-proof-we-love-him--49979420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49979420Sat, 28 May 2022 20:22:15 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is the "3rd Proof: We Love Him" to answer the question "So, Am I Following Jesus?" Jesus gives us many reasons to love him. He's irresistible, relentless, cares deeply for us, and offers us...2942jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-4-so-am-i-following-jesus-2nd-proof-we-trust-him--49838567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49838567Wed, 18 May 2022 02:27:40 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing our series "Making Much of Jesus," we move into today's theme, the "2nd Proof: We Trust Him," to answer "So, Am I Following Jesus?" First, we look at what it means to trust someone? Then we can respond by trusting Jesus fully. We believe...3032jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-3-1st-proof-we-know-him--49806168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49806168Sun, 15 May 2022 23:15:12 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing our series "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme helps us answer the question, "So, Am I following Jesus?" titled "1st Proof: We Know Him." What does it look like proving we know him in real ways? To know Jesus is an ongoing pursuit!3126jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-2-as-we-settle-into-jesus--49805935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49805935Sun, 15 May 2022 22:54:56 +0000Jim MackingaContinuing the series "Making Much of Jesus," we go into Part 2, "As we Settle Into Jesus." Resuming the theme from last week, "Moving From Empty To Full," we look to Jesus in helping us find a full life. Settling in on His principles, we prove our...3699jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-1-moving-from-empty-to-full--49805895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49805895Sun, 15 May 2022 22:43:01 +0000Jim MackingaStarting a new series called "Making Much of Jesus," today's theme is "Moving from Empty To Full." We all want a full life, but how do we find it? What does Jesus say about it? Everyone is on a hunt for meaning, and Jesus wants us to move to a real...2807jesus,makingmuchofjesuscleanfull