The Importance of Understanding God's love for you- Interview with YWAM Tyler missionary Landon Ellis- Captivated For Christ Episode 19 In this episode, I interview Landon Ellis, a missionary who works at YWAM Tyler and the Holy Spirit led our conversation in a direction that absolutely changed my perspective on how important it is to understand God's love for us! Thank you so much for listening, if you guys want to listen to more episodes, be sure to visit the show's website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 Special thanks to Benjamin Wise for designing the art work for today's episode."38 For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, 39 nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord"- Romans 8:38-39 NASBKeywords: God's love for you!,nothing can change God's love for you bible verse,story of God's love for you,God love you unconditionally,understanding God's love for you,God loves you unconditionally,nothing can change God's love for you verse, The Importance of Understanding God's love for you- Interview with YWAM Tyler missionary Landon Ellis- Captivated For Christ Episode 19, Romans 8:38-39, Captivated For Christ, Christian Podcast,Interview,Bible,Jesus is LORD, God raised Him from the dead!!!!!!!,Support the show (http://paypal.me/nathanielbridgeman)

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The Importance of Understanding God's love for you- Interview with YWAM Tyler missionary Landon Ellis- Captivated For Christ Episode 19

The Two Greatest Commandments"-Captivated For Christ Episode 18 What are the two greatest commandments in the Bible? Are there really just two things we have to obey that all of the law and prophets are summed up in? The answer is yes, but they may be things you may not be doing. What are these two commandments, well then be sure to listen to the 18th episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast where I talk about the two greatest commandments! Special thanks to Benjamin Wise for designing the picture. Scriptures used: Matthew 22:34-40 NASB Challenges: Spend time with God and love those around you, even those who aren't nice to you. Ministry of the week: YWAM Tyler. YWAM Tyler is a base that is a part of the missionary organization Youth With A Mission. They are located within the heart of East Texas and they run multiple ministries such as training schools, mercy ministries, global mobilization, and so much more! To find out more info, be sure to go to: https://www.ywamtyler.org To find out more information or to listen to more episodes, be sure to visit the shows website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 Prayer request: Hey guys! So this week's prayer request is that God will continue to bring his will into my school of worship and will provide the finances for me and my fellow students for living expenses on the base. Tags: Jesus, God, Commandments, Two, Greatest,The Two Greatest Commandments"-Captivated For Christ Episode 18 , The Two Greatest Commandments, Captivated For Christ, Episode 18, Love the LORD your God with all of your heart soul mind and strength, Love your neighbor as you love yourself, Christian Podcast, Bible Study, Teaching, Lesson, Encouragement, Informational, Jesus is LORD, God raised him from the dead, Jesus is alive!!!!!!! Anyways guys, thank you so much for listening and I hope that this episode kept you captivated by God's love!!Support the show

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Hey guys! In this episode I talk about what will happen with the show this year! For more information, be sure to visit the show's website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 Prayer request: Hey guys! So my prayer request for this week is that God's will be done within my school of worship! Thank you guys so much for listening and I hope that this episode keeps you "Captivated" by God's love!! Photo by Photo by Lukas from PexelsSupport the show

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Mary and Joseph- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 16 Notes from Today’s show: When Mary and Joseph went through a situation where it seemed like God wasn’t there, he was always with them!! Scriptures used in today’s show: Matthew 1:18-25, 2:13-15, Luke 1:26-38, 2:1-7, 2:14, 2:19-20 NASB Ministry of the week: The Salvation Army This is the mission statement of the Salvation Army from it’s website: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. To find out more information about their focus in the US, be sure to go to: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/about/ To find out more information about their international focus, be sure to go to: https://www.salvationarmy.org/ Prayer request: Hey guys! Today I have a new prayer request! So this Christmas I am actually giving you guys a challenge! I actually want you guys to ask God what he wants you all to pray about! It could be for me or for anything else that God wants you to pray for! For more information, be sure to go to the show’s website: http://captivated.buzzsprout.com/ Tags: Christmas, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Nativity, Mary and Joseph- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 16, Mary and Joseph, Christmas Through Their Eyes, Captivated For Christ, Episode 16, Jesus Mary and Joseph, mary and joseph children, mary joseph and baby jesus, was mary and joseph married, story of mary and joseph, were mary and joseph married, why did mary and joseph go to bethleham, mary and joseph travel to bethleham, Christian podcast, The First Christmas, Bible Study, Teaching, Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:13-15, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:14, Luke 2:19-20, Matthew, Luke, NASB, The Story of the First Christmas Anyways guys thank you so much for listening, and I hope that this episode kept you, “Captivated” by God’s love!!Support the show

Mary and Joseph- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 16

The Magi and Herod- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 15 The Magi and Herod are some of the most important characters in the story of the First Christmas. Yet for some reason, many people forget how important they are. They’re not only important to the story of Christmas, but their significance also reveals why Jesus came to the Earth in the first place! What do I mean by this, well be sure to listen to the 15th episode of the “Captivated For Christ” podcast! In this episode, I talk about the significance of the Magi and Herod in the story of the first Christmas! Special thanks to Hooksounds for providing the music for the intro and outro for this episode: https://www.hooksounds.com/ More special thanks to Benjamin Wise for providing the artwork for this episode! Notes from today’s show: Jesus appeared to unexpected people and was rejected by his own people The unexpected people obeyed God This story shows the reason why Jesus came into the world. Scriptures used in today’s show: Luke 2:11, and Matthew 2:1-12, 2:16-23 NASB Ministry of the week:  Laugh Your Way To a Better Marriage “Laugh your Way to a Better Marriage” is a marriage seminar and teaching done by Mark Gungor, the Pastor of Celebration Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Unlike most marriage seminars which beat up on Men for not being a Woman, “Laugh your Way” was designed to help view marriage through the eyes of both sexes. Not only that, throughout this seminar Mark Gungor gives practical tips and tricks to help couples improve their marriage. To find a seminar near you or to find out more information, be sure to go to: https://markgungor.com/ To view more episodes of the show, be sure to visit these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Google podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81MzcxMzkucnNz Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-captivated-for-christ-49064785/ TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Religion--Spirituality-Podcasts/Captivated-For-Christ-p1242454/For more information, be sure to head to the show’s website: http ://captivated.buzzsprout.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathaniel.bridgeman To help support the show, here is a link to my paypal: https://www.paypal.me/nathanielbridgeman Prayer Request: Hey guys! So in a couple of weeks I will be heading to YWAM Tyler to take my School of Worship!! I am so excited to see what God is going to be doing in my life before I head there. However, there are still some things that God wants me to do before I head theSupport the show

The Magi and Herod- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 15

The Shepherds- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 14 The Shepherds are some of the most important characters in the story of the first Christmas. Yet the truth is that many people actually don’t realize the significance of the shepherds in the story of Jesus’s birth. Not only that, but there are also a lot of things that the shepherds did that night which can help improve our relationship with God! What exactly are those things, well be sure to listen to the 14th episode of the “Captivated for Christ” podcast, where I discuss the significance of the shepherds in the story of the First Christmas!! Special thanks to Hooksounds for providing the music for the intro and outro for this show. If you need royalty free music for anything, be sure to go to: https://tinyurl.com/yapb7escNotes from today’s show: 1.God revealed himself to unexpected people. .2.  Once they heard God’s commands from the angels, they obeyed and trusted in him. 3. Once they saw all that God had done, they glorified and praised God! Scriptures used in today’s show: Luke 2:8-20 NASB Shirt fundraising information: Hey guys! If any of you guys are interested in purchasing a hoodie, be sure to email me at bridgemannate@gmail.com with your shirt size and address and I will give you the information on how to purchase one!! Ministry of the week: Samaritan’s Purse Mission statement from their website: Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. For more information, be sure to go to their website at: https://tinyurl.com/ydu8aquTo find out more information, or to view more episodes, be sure to go to the show’s website: https://tinyurl.com/vrvpmzsTo listen to more episodes, be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://tinyurl.com/yxy6x7ofSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/rpjbs44Google podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/rzzn5l6Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/slnu3qjiHeart Radio: https://tinyurl.com/rhhlqphTuneIn: https://tinyurl.com/qsrfg6wHere is the show’s RSS Feed: https://tinyurl.com/r9obvpnIf you guys want to know anything about me, be sure to follow me on Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/rsg9mzuIf you want to help support the show, here is the link to my paypal: https://tinyurl.com/sqdl9otPrayer request: Hey guys! So today I have a new prayer request! So as many of you know, I have been praying for God to provide for my school of worship outreach, but I believe that God has already provided for my outreachl So if you guys are able to, would you guys be able to pray a prayer of thanksgiving to God for providing for me the money for my outreach? Thank you so much guys! Tags: Christmas, Shepherd, Jesus, Nativity, Teaching, Bible,  The Shepherds- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 14, The Shepherds, Christmas Through Their Eyes, Captivated For Christ, Episode 14, The First Christmas, Jesus’s Birth, The Story of The First Christmas, Bible Study, Christian Podcast, Luke 2:8-20, NASB, The Shepherds in the Christmas Story, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus is LORD, God raised him from the dead!!, Luke 2:11 Anyways guys, thank you so much for listening and I hope that this episode kept you, “Captivated”, by God’s love!!!Support the show

The Shepherds- Christmas Through Their Eyes: Captivated For Christ Episode 14

“God will give you whatever you want” -  UnBiblical Things that Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 13 God will give you whatever you want right? After all, doesn’t the Bible say that God will give you the desires of your heart? Actually, although that’s what the Psalmist said in Psalm 37:4, that’s not what the author of the Psalm meant. When you look at the entire scope of the Bible and know about God’s character, you can clearly see that God doesn’t just give you whatever you want all the time. He does however answer prayer, because Jesus promises, “Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours” (Mark 11:24). What do I mean by this, then be sure to listen to the 13th episode of the “Captivated For Christ” podcast where I discuss the unbiblical phrase, “God will give you whatever you want”. Special thanks to HookSounds for providing the music for the intro and outro: https://www.hooksounds.com/ More special thanks to Benjamin Wise for creating the photo for this episode.  Notes from today’s show: Why is this phrase UnBiblical? God is not a genie Sometimes what we want, are not ultimately what God wants for us. Our desires can be selfish. (James 4:3) What is the Biblical Truth? When we follow Christ,  he changes the desires of our hearts. (Psalm 37:4) If we need anything, ask for it in faith and God will provide ( Mark 11:24, Matthew 6:33) We must ask according to the will of God ( 1 John 5:14) We must follow Christ and do what he commands. (1 John 3:22) We must ask God for good things, such as wisdom, the Holy Spirit, and for great things to be done in his name. (Luke 11:13)  Scriptures used in today’s episode: James 4:3, Psalm 37:4, Mark 11:24, Matthew 6:33, 1 John 5:14, 1 John 3:22, Luke 11:13, Matthew 6:9-13. All verses are from the New American Standard Version of the Bible. Ministry of the week: YWAM Discipleship Training School The Discipleship Training School (YWAM DTS) seeks to bring you into a more intimate relationship with God. It also gives you an opportunity to discover your passions and your part in God’s purposes for the world. It is for those who long to follow Jesus in new ways with a different perspective.The course is a full-time program and lasts five or six months. It consists of two parts: lecture phase and outreach phase. In the lecture phase, you will learn more about God and His world. You’ll learn not only from lectures but also from community living and practical training. The outreach phase focuses on applying what you learned in the classroom through an intense, cross-cultural experience.You can apply for the DTS at over 200 YWAM locations all over the world. Many offer a special focus on a specific interest, an area of service, or a nation. The “Crossroads” (YWAM CDTS) or “All Ages” DTS meets the needs of students over 30, such as second-career people or families with children. To find out more information or to apply for a DTS, please go to: https://ywam.org/dts/ Previous Episode: “When God closes a door, he opens a window”- UnBiblical Things that Christians Believe: http://captivated.buzzsprout.com/537139/2152679-when-god-closes-a-door-he-opens-a-window-unbiblical-things-that-christians-believe-captivated-for-christ-episode-12 To listenSupport the show

“God will give you whatever you want” - UnBiblical Things that Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 13

“When God closes a door, he opens a window”- UnBiblical Things that Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 12 The phrase when God closes a door, he opens a window is a phrase that a lot of people believe. While it sounds nice, the phrase is actually very untrue! Not only is this phrase found absolutely nowhere in the Bible, it also doesn’t reflect the character of God! So if this phrase isn’t true, what happens when God actually does close doors for us? Well then be sure to listen to the 12th episode of the “Captivated For Christ”, where Nathaniel Bridgeman talks about the phrase,”When God closes a door, he opens a window”. Notes from today’s show: Why is this phrase unbiblical? When God says no, he means no. God’s opportunities for us are not as small as windows. When God closes a door, it’s for a reason. What is the Biblical truth? God wants us to trust in him for everything and in every decision we make because ultimately, his decisions are way better than ours!!! (Proverbs 3:5-6 NASB) Scriptures used: Proverbs 3:5-6 NASB Special thanks to Benjamin Wise for help with the cover art!! Ministry of the week: Kids Against Hunger  Kids Against Hunger is a non-profit humanitarian organization with a mission to provide fully nutritious food to impoverished children and families around the world...and around the corner. The goal of the organization is for the meals to provide a stable nutritional base from which recipient families can move their families from starvation or food insecurity to self-sufficiency. To find out more information, be sure to go to:  https://www.kidsagainsthunger.org/ Be sure to follow the show on these platforms for more episodes: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=frSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Google podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81MzcxMzkucnNz Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. To find out more information, here is the show’s website: http://captivated.buzzsprout.com/ Here is the show’s RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/537139.rss Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathaniel.bridgeman To help support the show, here is a link to my paypal: http://paypal.me/nathanielbridgeman Prayer request: Hey guys! So my prayer request for this week is for a continuation of God’s provision for my outreachSupport the show

"When God closes a door, he opens a window"- UnBiblical Things that Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 12

"God helps those who help themselves"- UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 11  God helps those who help themselves right? After all, when we do our part, shouldn't God do his? While it is true that when we are working with God and we do our part, God will still do his, that doesn't mean that God only helps those who help themselves. You see, God wants to help us and he wants what is best for us, but that doesn't mean that he only helps those who help themselves. He always wants to helps us, but it doesn't always mean that if we do everything ourselves that he will. What do I mean by this, be sure to listen to the 11th episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast! Notes from today episode: Why is this phrase is unbiblical? 1. If all we did was help ourselves, then there would be no need for God's help! 2. It's a statement of pride. 3. It undermines God's power for God to provide for all of our needs. What is the Biblical truth? 1. When we ask God for help, he will help us. (Psalm 34:4-6 NKJV) 2. When we seek first God's kingdom and righteousness, he will provide for us. (Matthew 6:33-34 NKJV) Scriptures used in today's show: Psalm 34:4-6 NKJV, Matthew 6:33-34 NKJV  Special thanks to Prateek Katyal at Pexels for the background photo for today's episode. You find him here: https://www.pexels.com/@prateekkatyal Ministry of the week: Bible Gateway Bible Gateway is a searchable online Bible in more than 200 versions and 70 languages that you can freely read, research, and reference anywhere. With a library of audio Bibles, a mobile app, devotionals, email newsletters, and other free resources, Bible Gateway equips you not only to read the Bible, but to understand it. You can find them here at: https://www.biblegateway.com/ Visit our show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 To listen to more episodes, be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Google podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81MzcxMzkucnNz Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. Click here for the show's RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/537139.rss Follow me on Facebook for more updates: https://www.facebook.com/nathaniel.bridgeman To help support the show or other needs, here is the link to my paypal: https://www.paypal.me/nathanielbridgeman Prayer request: Hey guys! So I have a new prayer request! So the good news is that God has provided for me all of my tuition and is continuing to provide for my outreach!!! I believe that I have received it already, but if you guys do want to pray for God's continual provision, that would be awesome! Well anyways guys, thSupport the show

"God helps those who help themselves"- UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 11

"God just wants me to be happy": UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe- Captivated For Christ Episode 10 Doesn't God just want me to be happy? This phrase has been going around the church recently and unfortunately, this phrase is not true at all! God doesn't just want you to be happy, he has so much more that he wants for you, and what he wants for you is greater than personal happiness! So where does God want me to put my joy, and is happiness a bad thing, well be sure to listen to the 10th Episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast to find out!!  Special thanks to Benjamin Wise for designing the new logo for the show! Background Photo by Belinda Fewings on Unsplash Also thanks to HookSounds for the music for the intro and outro for the show. To find more music, be sure to go to: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Notes from today:  Why is this phrase UnBiblical:1. What makes us happy, isn't always what God wants for us. 2. What makes us happy, doesn't always make other people happy. 3. It's selfish. What is the Biblical Truth?1. God wants us to delight in good things, such as our relationship with him, his law, good relationships with other people, and things that are good that honor him, such as good food, good movies, good books, and to have fun that honors him. (Psalm 1:1-3, Matthew 22:37)2. God wants us to have joy, which is greater than any happiness. (James 1:2-4) Scriptures used in this episode: James 1:2-4 NASB Psalm 1:1-3 NASB Ministry of the week: Bible Hub Bible Hub Online Parallel Bible, search and study tools including parallel texts, cross references, Treasury of Scripture, and commentaries. This site provides quick access to topical studies, interlinears, sermons, Strong's and many more resources.Their mission is best summarized as follows:1) Increase the visibility and accessibility of the Scriptures online.2) Provide free access to Bible study tools in many languages.3) Promote the Gospel of Christ through the learning, study and application of God's word. To find out more information, be sure to visit: https://biblehub.com/ If you guys want find out more information about the show, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 If you guys want to listen to more episodes, be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christrefid=stpr. RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/537139.rss Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathaniel.bridgeman If you want to help support the show, be sure to visit my paypal: https://www.paypal.me/nathanielbridgeman

"God just wants me to be happy": UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe- Captivated For Christ Episode 10

"God won't give you anything that you can't handle yourself" - UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 9 In my walk with God, I have heard many people talk about the struggles that they are going through, and whenever I hear about their struggles I usually try to comfort them and be their for them. After they have heard this, most people respond with saying things like, "It's okay", or "Thank you for your concern". However, a new response has started to arise within the church, and it is the phrase,"It's okay, God won't give me anything I can't handle myself". The idea that God won't give you anything that you can't handle sounds nice when said or hear, however this idea is very unbiblical and not true at all. Still, the fact remains that many people say this phrase thinking that it's the truth about when really Jesus has never ever said this thing. So what is the biblical truth? Be sure to listen to the 9th episode of the Captivated For Christ podcast to find out!  Background image by:I mageby <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/geralt-9301/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3853148">Gerd Altmann</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3853148">Pixabay</a> Special thanks to hooksounds for providing the music for the intro and outro for this episode: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Notes from today's show: Why is this phrase unbiblical?1. If God didn't give you anything you couldn't do yourself, he wouldn't be God 2. All of life is more than we can handle 3. It is a statement of pride. What is the Biblical truth? 1. When we are going through a situation we can't handle on our own, we must come back to Jesus. (Matthew 11:28-30 NASB) Scripture from today's show: Matthew 11:28-30 NASB Ministry of the week: YouVersion YouVersion is a ministry that  wholeheartedly believes a daily seeking of intimacy with God has the power to transform lives.That’s why YouVersion creates culturally relevant, biblically centered experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God throughout each day. Through these experiences, we create opportunities fit for people’s daily routine, helping them form a spiritually-rich rhythm of seeking God intimately.Our hope is that each person in our community is on an active journey to become who God made them to be, abiding in Him, and drawing closer every day. YouVersion created the YouVersion Bible App which provides availability to scripture anywhere you go! You can download the app on the App Store, Google Play, and wherever apps are available!  To find out more information, be sure to go to: https://www.youversion.com/ To view more episodes, or to find out more about the show, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139Be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christSupport the show

"God won't give you anything that you can't handle yourself" - UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 9 In my walk with God, I have heard many people talk about the struggles that they are going through, and whenever I hear about their struggles I usually try to comfort them and be their for them. After they have heard this, most people respond with saying things like, "It's okay", or "Thank you for your concern". However, a new response has started to arise within the church, and it is the phrase,"It's okay, God won't give me anything I can't handle myself". The idea that God won't give you anything that you can't handle sounds nice when said or hear, however this idea is very unbiblical and not true at all. Still, the fact remains that many people say this phrase thinking that it's the truth about when really Jesus has never ever said this thing. So what is the biblical truth? Be sure to listen to the 9th episode of the Captivated For Christ podcast to find out!  Background image by:I mageby Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Special thanks to hooksounds for providing the music for the intro and outro for this episode: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Notes from today's show: Why is this phrase unbiblical?1. If God didn't give you anything you couldn't do yourself, he wouldn't be God 2. All of life is more than we can handle 3. It is a statement of pride. What is the Biblical truth? 1. When we are going through a situation we can't handle on our own, we must come back to Jesus. (Matthew 11:28-30 NASB) Scripture from today's show: Matthew 11:28-30 NASB Ministry of the week: YouVersion YouVersion is a ministry that  wholeheartedly believes a daily seeking of intimacy with God has the power to transform lives.That’s why YouVersion creates culturally relevant, biblically centered experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God throughout each day. Through these experiences, we create opportunities fit for people’s daily routine, helping them form a spiritually-rich rhythm of seeking God intimately.Our hope is that each person in our community is on an active journey to become who God made them to be, abiding in Him, and drawing closer every day. YouVersion created the YouVersion Bible App which provides availability to scripture anywhere you go! You can download the app on the App Store, Google Play, and wherever apps are available!  To find out more information, be sure to go to: https://www.youversion.com/ To view more episodes, or to find out more about the show, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139Be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christSupport the show

"God won't give you anything that you can't handle yourself" - UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 9

"We're All Part of God's Family"- UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 8Every single person is created by God and he loves everyone! Well since he loves everyone and God is the creator of every human, along with the fact that he is our Heavenly Father, that must mean that every person is a child of God! Actually, well every person is created by God, not every person is a child of God. You see, we become children of God when we choose to follow Jesus for it is written in John 1:12,"Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God" (NIV). So that raises the question, why is becoming a child of God a choice that God gives us, well be sure to listen to the 8th episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast to find out in the next edition of "UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe". Notes from Today's Show: Why is this phrase UnBiblical? 1. Because we have sinned (Romans 3:23) 2. Sin separated us from God. (Genesis 3) 3. There are still people who don't know about God (Romans 10:14) What is the truth? 1. Being a Child of God is a right given to those who follow and believe in Jesus (John 1:12-13) 2. We were chosen by God (Ephesians 1:4) 3. God is an adopting Father and he adopted us into his family (Romans 8:15-17) Scriptures used in this episode: Romans 8:15-17 NASB Romans 3:23 NASB Romans 10:14 NASB John 1:12-13 NASB Ephesians 1:4 NASB  Romans 8:15-17 NASB Ministry of the week: The Bible Project The Bible Project is a non-profit animation studio that produces short-form, fully animated videos to make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. They create 100% free videos, podcasts, and resources that explore the Bible’s unified story.They are committed to helping the whole world see the Bible as one unified story that leads to Jesus.To find out more information, please go to: https://thebibleproject.com/ Special thanks to hooksounds for providing the music for this episode. If you want music for a project, be sure to go to: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Background photo by Aaron Butler. To find out more information or to view more episodes, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 Be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1477126171/captivated-for-christ Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/DImUyD Castro: https://castro.fm/podcast/71703b98-e3a9-4198-97a4-cd0336546a65 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id2392153?utm_campaign=ex_share_ch&utm_medium=exlink&country=us Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/captivated-for-christ-909117 Follow me onSupport the show

"We're All Part of God's Family"- UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe: Captivated For Christ Episode 8

God is LORD over everything, so that must mean that he is the cause for everything that happens right? Well actually, this saying is very unbiblical. Although God is in control of everything and LORD over all, that doesn't mean he is not the cause of literally every single thing that happens. After all, we as humans do things that God never wanted us to do and never even approved of (It's called sin). So if God doesn't cause everything to happen, then what are the reasons that bad things happen in the world and do our actions have consequences? Well then, be sure to listen to the 7th episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast where Nathaniel Bridgeman gives the biblical reasons as to what causes bad things to happen in our world. This episode is the first in the series called,"UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe". Part of Photo taken By Aaron Burden on UnSplash. Here is the link to the original photo: https://unsplash.com/photos/535Npq1wFG8 Special thanks to HookSounds for providing the music for this episode: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Notes from today's show: Why is this saying unbiblical? 1. God gives us a choice (Joshua 24:15) 2. We reap what we sow ( Galatians 6:7) 3. God is good and gives good things. In him, there is no evil at all (James 1:17) What are the Biblical truths? 1. God often allows us to go through trials to teach us a lesson. We must ask God for wisdom on what lesson he is trying to teach us. We must no doubt when we ask. (James 1:2-6) 2. We must realize the reality of spiritual warfare (Ephesians 6:12) 3. We must find out what God's will is and do it. For God works towards the good of those who follow him and obeys his commands. (Ephesians 5:10-12, Romans 8:28) Other scriptures used: Genesis 3:8-12 To find out more information or to view more episodes, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 Ministry of the week: The Faith Temple Food GiveawayThe Faith Temple Food Giveaway is a weekly food giveaway in Sioux Falls, South Dakota that provides thousands of people with food to those who need it within this area of South Dakota. To get involved with this ministry or to find our more information, please go to:  https://www.faithtemplefood.com To listen to more episodes, be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1477126171/captivated-for-christ Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/DImUyD Castro: https: /castro.fm/podcast/71703b98-e3a9-4198-97a4-cd0336546a65 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id2392153utm_campaign=ex_share_ch&utm_medium=exlink&country=us Podchaser: 

UnBiblical Things That Christians Believe #1: "God causes everything to happen:- Captivated For Christ Episode 7

Why Should I Be Humble? Have you ever asked this question when it comes to your relationship with God and other people? Well the truth is that Humility is one of the most important disciplines that we as Christians must put on every single day, yet for some reason many Christians across the world still struggle with this concept. We often walk in our own pride instead of being humble before God. In order to truly walk as Christ did, we have to embrace humility every day! How can we do that, well then be sure to listen to the 6th episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast where Nathaniel Bridgeman discusses why we should be humble every day in our walk with God! Special thanks to hooksounds for the music for this episode: https://www.hooksounds.com/ Scriptures used in this episode: Matthew 23:12 NIV Philippians 2:5-11 NASB Notes from today's episode: 1. Don't consider yourself equal with God 2. Practice servant hood 3. Always obey God in all circumstances Ministry of the week: Mercy Ships is an international missions organization that provides medical aid to those who desperately need it along with spreading God's love to those who never heard of him. For more information, be sure to go to: https://www.mercyships.org/  Previous episodes: How to Improve your Relationship with God, Featuring Carlos Medina: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1739374-how-to-improve-your-relationship-with-god-featuring-carlos-medina-captivated-for-christ-episode-5 Why Should I Forgive?: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1657438-why-should-i-forgive-captivated-for-christ-episode-4 Why Should I Repent?: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1624966-captivated-for-christ-episode-3-why-should-i-repent How to Hear God's Voice: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1588936-captivated-for-christ-episode-2-how-to-hear-god-s-voice My Life Story: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1571740-captivated-for-christ-episode-1-my-life-story Be sure to follow the show on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-333596941 To find out more information, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 If you guys want to help support me financially, be sure to visit my paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/nathanielbridgeman Prayer request: Continue to pray that God will continue to provide for me financially. God has wonderfully provided for me a lot of moneySupport the show

Why Should I Be Humble? - Captivated For Christ Episode 6

Have you ever wanted to Improve your Relationship with God? Well be sure to listen to the 5th Episode of the "Captivated For Christ" podcast!! In this episode, I interview fellow missionary Carlos Medina on how we all can improve our relationship with God and spread his love to other people!! Verses used in this episode: 1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV Special thanks to HookSounds for providing the music for this podcast. https://www.hooksounds.com About Carlos Medina: Carlos Medina is a missionary in Tijuana, Mexico who has an amazing love for God and a huge passion for street ministry!  If you want to know more about Carlos, be sure to follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100014403888852Ministry of the week: This week's ministry is the Joshua Project. The Joshua Project is a research initiative seeking to highlight the ethnic people groups of the world with the fewest followers of Christ. Accurate, updated ethnic people group information is critical for understanding and completing the Great Commission. Revelation 5:9 and 7:9-10 show that there will be some from every tribe, tongue, nation and people before the Throne. For more information, please go to: https://joshuaproject.net/  If you want to listen to more of the show, be sure to visit the show's website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139 If you want to find more episodes, then be sure to find us on these platforms: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated-for-christ/id1477126171?l=fr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmQNWiDSMUMUEuLRjt53U Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-333596941 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nathaniel-bridgeman/captivated-for-christ?refid=stpr. Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/DImUyD Castro: https://castro.fm/podcast/71703b98-e3a9-4198-97a4-cd0336546a65 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/captivated-for-christ-909117 Here is the show's RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/537139.rss  Previous Episodes: Why Should I Forgive?: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1657438-why-should-i-forgive-captivated-for-christ-episode-4 Why Should I Repent?: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1657438-why-should-i-forgive-captivated-for-christ-episode-3-why-should-i-repent How To Hear God's Voice: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1588936-captivated-for-christ-episode-2-how-to-hear-god-s-voice My Life Story: http://www.buzzsprout.com/537139/1571740-captivated-for-christ-episode-1-my-life-story Hey guys, so just to let yoSupport the show

How To Improve your Relationship with God- Featuring Carlos Medina- Captivated For Christ Episode 5

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