How to Build Friendships That Actually Make You Happy
We all want to be happy. But most of us chase the wrong things to get there. Studies repeatedly show that money and success won’t bring lasting joy. The Bible said it first: real happiness is found in relationships.
In this episode, Patrick and Keith explore why we’re wired for community, what kinds of friendships we need to grow in faith, and how to become the kind of friend others need. Because Christianity is a community project and nobody becomes a saint by themselves.
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Why You Should Read the Bible (and How to Actually Do It)
Why do so many Christians believe in and respect the Bible, but rarely read it? In today's episode, Keith and Patrick explore why the Bible matters and how to make it a daily habit that transforms your life. You’ll learn what the Bible really is, why Jesus depended on it, how it helps you fight sin, and practical ways to build a consistent Scripture rhythm. If you’ve ever struggled to stay in God’s Word, you're definitely not alone! We hope this episode helps you rediscover the power, beauty, and life-changing truth of the Bible.
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Deny Yourself: The Surprising Path to True Happiness
The world says, “Follow your heart.” But Jesus says, “Deny yourself.” In this episode, we're sharing the next step to sainthood: self denial. Listen as Keith and Patrick challenge the modern idea that happiness comes from chasing your desires, citing where Jesus taught the opposite: real joy comes from denying yourself and following him.
The two explore why self-denial isn’t restrictive; it's freeing. You’ll learn how self-focus (whether through pride or shame) keeps you trapped, how secular studies have also proven that self-denial leads to greater happiness, and how to practice the discipline of surrender in everyday life. We hope this episode leaves you asking: Am I self-serving or serving God?
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How to Measure Spiritual Growth (According to God)
How do you know if you’re actually growing spiritually? Most of us measure faith the wrong way: by what we do instead of who we’re becoming. In this episode, Patrick and Keith explore how God measures spiritual growth, why giftedness doesn’t equal godliness, and how focusing on checklists can actually stunt your maturity. You’ll learn what true growth looks like, what the Bible says about godly character, and how to measure your progress the way God does: slowly, deeply, and from the inside out.
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The Surrender Experiment: What Happens When You Give Everything to God?
"Come and die." That’s the call of every Christian. A startling invitation to surrender your life, your plans, and your desires to Jesus. But what would it really look like to give God everything?
In this episode, Keith and Patrick dive into the call to surrender, why it’s essential for becoming a saint, and whether surrender is a second-level Christian practice or the foundation of following Jesus. They talk about the fears, pleasures, and attachments that hold us back, explore the powerful rewards of surrender, and provide prayers and practical exercises to help you start living a life fully submitted to God’s lordship.
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