Joy for Today
A weekly podcast from the staff of Bible Baptist Church in Beckley, WV. Our Monday episodes, entitled "Touching Monday," feature Michael Humber and Dusty Brian, and provide a recap of the Sunday messages from our church and make application of God's truth to your daily living. Once a month, our pastor, Sam Green, will join the show for our "Joy for Today" episodes to discuss Christian topics and church life issues.
Episodes
A lack of thankfulness in our hearts and minds leads us to a complaining, depressed attitude. However, the Bible tells us, so often, that every believer has the opportunity to live with hopefulness and joy! Our thankfulness must begin with the forgiveness of sins and salvation that God gives to any person who places their trust on the finished work of Jesus Christ. Listen along as we talk about this "unspeakable gift" God...
Have you ever considered that you might be living as a "practical atheist," even as a Christian? When we do not approach our days and plans with God's wisdom, we can quickly find ourselves frustrated by the interruptions that inevitably pop up. James has much to say on this topic, so join us as we cover James 4:13-17!
Does the way you live your life match the life the Bible prescribes for every believer? We can often live like "practical atheists," or even hypocrites, when we say we are trusting and following Christ but do not seek His will, purpose, or plan for our life. How often do you involve God in the daily decisions of your life? Listen in as we discuss this practical topic from James 4!
In this episode of the Joy for Today Podcast, we dive into James 4:11–12 and tackle the issue of “trash talk”—gossip, slander, and critical speech that tears others down. James reminds us that when we misuse our words, we spurn the standard of God, scorn His statutes, and even try to supplant His supremacy as Judge. The closer we walk with God, the less we will tolerate gossip and division, choosing instead to love, pray for, and b...
In this episode of Touching Monday, we dive into James 4:9–10 and explore what it really means to be afflicted, mourn, and weep over our sin. Without genuine sorrow, there can be no genuine repentance, and until we see our sin the way God sees it, we’ll never experience the fullness of His grace. Looking at examples like Peter’s bitter weeping and Paul’s cry of desperation in Romans 7, we discuss why turning our laughter into mourn...
In this episode of Touching Monday, we will continue our study in James 4.1-10 with part two of "Seeking Grace," exploring what it truly means to "cleanse your hands" and "purify your hearts." We will dig into how our actions, attitudes, and influences reveal the condition of our walk with God. You'll be challenged to stop harmful patters, replace negative influences with godly ones, seek to remov...
If someone gave you instructions for a fulfilling life, would you listen and follow? That is exactly what God gives us in James 4; instructions for living this life, and for how to enjoy the grace He so abundantly provides! But are we making that conscious decision each day to follow? Join us as we talk about God's offer and our responsibility from James 4!
Everybody trusts in something or someone, even if that someone is themselves. We all exercise faith. But does the object of our faith bring us real, lasting peace, or do we just seem to be surviving from one event to the next? Listen in as we discuss the peace only Jesus can provide, even in the midst of tribulation!
Following Jesus isn’t just about being willing—it’s about surrendering. In this week's episode, we explore the weight of truly following Christ, the difference between emotional willingness and committed surrender, and the things that often hold us back: selfishness, excuses, and the desire to follow on our own terms. Jesus calls us to more than words—He calls us to daily action.
Coming off the celebration of our nation’s independence, this week’s sermon, and our conversation, shift the focus to something far more essential: our dependence on God. In this episode, we reflect on Pastor’s message from Galatians 6:14, exploring how the Christian life is marked by a dependence on Christ for our identity, our strength, and our purpose. While culture champions self-reliance, we’re reminded that everything outsid...
Does what we say we believe match up with how we actually live our day-to-day lives? This is an important concept throughout the book of James and something that God wants us to understand. Join us as we discuss some biblical measurement from James 4 that we can use to properly evaluate our walk with the Lord.
What do you feel like when you are having a bad day, a bad week, a bad year, ...or even a bad life? On the other hand, how do you feel when things in life are going great? We usually think of the happy or sad emotions we experience, but what about the lasting joy that can rest in the truth of the goodness of God? Listen along as we talk about the affect God should have on our everyday living!
There is more written about David than almost anyone else in the Bible. We get to see how he was called a man after God's own heart, but we also get to see the incredible ways he allowed his family to become divided and dysfunctional. Join us as we discuss David, fatherhood, and the long-lasting impact fathers have in the spiritual lives of their families.
Listen in as Pastor Sam and Pastor Dusty have the privilege to interview one of the most senior members of Bible Baptist Church, Mrs. Polly Garlow! Mrs. Polly always seems to have a joyful spirit, and as you listen, you will hear how it comes from her relationship with the Lord. We pray the episode is an encouragement to you!
Think about it ...who are you really trying to impress? Do you ever say "yes" to someone or something without thinking about why you are saying yes, or if yes is the best answer? James 4:4 confronts us with our decisions and asks us to consider how we live our daily lives. Join us as we have a conversation about who we are really choosing to be our friends!
We rarely think of ourselves as selfish, but in reality we probably think more of ourselves and about ourselves than anyone or anything else. The Bible says that we can even be guilty of desiring things, even asking for things, that will provide us more hurt than harm. Join us as we discuss what selfishness can bring on this week's Touching Monday podcast episode!
It is possible that we can be our own worst enemy, but maybe not in the way we might think! God shares His perfect understanding of the human condition when He teaches us that our problems often stem from our own selfish desires. And those desires might not be only harming us, but others around us as well. Join us as we talk about facing our own selfishness on this week's Touching Monday podcast episode!
We made it to ten episodes! Thank you for listening!
Would you consider yourself a wise person? If so, what kind of wisdom do you operate your life from? The Bible gives us a measuring stick for us to judge exactly what kind of wisdom we possess; earthly or heavenly. What does your wisdom produce? Join us as we discuss the traits that are produced by heavenly wisdom!
Mary is one of the celebrated mothers in Scripture, but ultimately we understand that she celebrated her firstborn Son, Jesus Christ. This is the same Person we should be celebrating today; the Saviour of every person who comes to a relationship with God through Him. How well do you honor Him in your own life? Join us as we talk about Luke 1:46-54 this week!
We are back in James 3 this week, where God explains to us a stark contrast between Godly wisdom and earthly wisdom. Although we don't always think about them, there are consequences to the decisions we make on a daily basis. These two types of wisdom produce two very different types of fruit! Join Mike, Dusty, and special guest Todd Garlow, as they discuss James 3:14-16 this week!
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