The Nehemiah Project Podcast

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The Nehemiah Project exists to replace hopelessness with hope through the gospel and the truth of God's Word! We are located in Mandeville, LA and offer recovery programs and biblical counseling to the community!

  1. 11h ago

    Ep. 374 | Biblical Leadership in Everyday Life | Family, Work & the World

    Biblical Leadership in Everyday Life: Family, Work & the WorldWhat does Christian leadership actually look like outside of a church building? Leadership is not limited to pastors, executives, business owners, or people with formal authority. Every Christian exercises influence somewhere. In this episode of The Nehemiah Project Podcast, we take a deeper look at biblical leadership and apply it to three major areas of everyday life: The family.The workplace.The broader social world. The conversation builds on a foundational biblical principle: Christian leadership begins with being before doing. Before asking what a leader should accomplish, Scripture forces us to ask what kind of person that leader is becoming. Jesus Christ is the foundation and model of leadership. That means Christian leadership must flow from character, humility, obedience, love, faithfulness, dependence on Christ, and a desire for the glory of God. Leadership in the FamilyLeadership begins close to home. For husbands and fathers, biblical leadership is not domination, control, or simply making decisions. It is sacrificial responsibility. It means loving, serving, protecting, discipling, encouraging, and setting a faithful example. It means taking responsibility for your own spiritual life and helping your family move toward Christ. The question is not merely: “Am I in charge?” The better question is: “Am I becoming the kind of man who leads my family like Jesus?” Leadership in the WorkplaceWhat does biblical leadership look like in business? The answer applies whether you are an employer or an employee. If you lead people, Christian leadership should shape how you use authority, make decisions, handle mistakes, communicate expectations, and care for the people entrusted to you. If you are an employee, you still lead through: CharacterWork ethicIntegrityResponsibilityInitiativeFaithfulnessInfluenceLeadership is not merely a title. It is stewardship. The Christian does not work primarily for recognition, status, or approval. We work and lead ultimately for the glory of God. Leadership in Everyday Social LifeLeadership also extends beyond the home, church, and workplace. Every Christian has relationships, friendships, neighbors, conversations, and opportunities to influence others. How do you carry yourself around people who do not know Christ? How do you respond to conflict? How do you speak? How do you serve? How do you use influence? How do you respond when no formal authority has been given to you? Biblical leadership means representing Christ faithfully wherever God places you. Being Before DoingOne of the biggest mistakes in leadership is focusing entirely on technique. How do I communicate better? How do I motivate people? How do I become more productive? How do I increase influence? Those questions can matter. But Scripture begins somewhere deeper. Who are you becoming? Jesus teaches in John 15 that apart from Him we can do nothing of true spiritual significance. Christian leadership is not coming up with our own plans and asking Jesus to bless them. It is abiding in Christ, submitting to His Word, obeying His purposes, and allowing our leadership to flow out of dependence on Him. In This EpisodeWe discuss: What biblical leadership actually meansWhy Jesus is the foundation and model of leadershipBeing before doingChristian leadership in the familyBiblical leadership for husbands and fathersLeadership as an employerLeadership as an employeeServant leadership in businessChristian work ethic and integrityLeadership without formal authorityInfluence in everyday relationshipsHow Christians should lead in societyCharacter versus leadership techniqueWhy humility matters in leadershipDependence on Christ in leadershipWhy leadership should be motivated by God’s gloryHow to lead like Jesus in ordinary lifeWhy This MattersYou do not need a leadership title to be a leader. If people watch your example, listen to your words, depend on your decisions, or are influenced by your character, you are already leading in some way. The question is: What kind of leadership are you giving them? Biblical leadership is not primarily about becoming impressive. It is about becoming more like Christ. As we grow in humility, faithfulness, courage, wisdom, love, and obedience, our leadership begins to reflect the One who leads perfectly. If you are searching for Christian leadership, biblical leadership, servant leadership, leadership in the family, Christian leadership at work, leadership as an employee, leadership as a business owner, how to lead like Jesus, or biblical leadership principles, this episode provides a practical and biblical framework for leadership in everyday life. Learn MoreThe Nehemiah Project:www.tnproject.org Watch the sermons on Leadership from The Field Church's Men's Retreat: TFC Youtube Playlist TopicsChristian leadership, biblical leadership, servant leadership, leadership in the family, Christian husband leadership, fatherhood, workplace leadership, business leadership, employer leadership, employee leadership, Christian work ethic, leadership without authority, influence, leadership character, leadership principles, how to lead like Jesus, Christlike leadership, humility, integrity, biblical manhood, Christian discipleship

  2. Oct 27

    Ep. 373 | What Is Positional Sanctification? - Seated With Christ & United to Christ

    What Is Positional Sanctification? Seated With Christ and United to ChristBelow is a great resource that will clearly explain the doctrine of Sanctification:  Grace in the Ordinary: How God Grows Extraordinary Faith through Simple Means | A Study in Sanctification by Russ W. Rice What does it mean to be seated with Christ and united to Christ? In this episode of The Nehemiah Project Podcast, we unpack the doctrine of positional sanctification and examine two foundational passages that help explain the believer’s new standing in Jesus Christ: Ephesians 2:6 — believers have been raised up and seated with Christ in the heavenly places. Romans 6:1–8 — believers have been united with Christ in His death and resurrection. These passages answer one of the most important questions in the Christian life: Who are you now that you are in Christ? Positional sanctification refers to the believer’s new standing before God because of union with Jesus Christ. When God saves someone, that person is not simply forgiven and then sent back into the same spiritual condition. Their position changes. They are united to Christ. They are raised with Christ. They are seated with Christ. And they are no longer under the same dominion of sin. Seated With Christ — Ephesians 2:6Ephesians 2 describes the dramatic change that takes place in salvation. We were dead in sin. But God made us alive together with Christ. He raised us up with Him and seated us with Him in the heavenly places. This is not merely future language. It speaks to the believer’s present position in Christ. Our identity and standing before God are now tied to Jesus. United to Christ — Romans 6Romans 6 explains that believers have been united with Christ in His death and resurrection. That union changes our relationship to sin. The Christian is no longer enslaved to sin in the same way because the old life has been decisively broken through union with Christ. Paul’s argument is not: “Try harder so that you can become free.” It is: Understand what God has already done to you in Christ, and then live in light of that reality. That is foundational to sanctification. Positional vs. Progressive SanctificationThis episode also helps distinguish between positional sanctification and progressive sanctification. Positional sanctification describes what is already true of the believer because of union with Christ. Progressive sanctification describes the ongoing process of growing in holiness and becoming more like Christ throughout

  3. Oct 21

    Ep. 372 | What Is Sanctification? - How God Changes Christians

    Understanding How People Actually Change: A Biblical Explanation of SanctificationHow do people actually change? For Christians, lasting change is not simply about developing better habits, thinking more positively, managing behavior, or trying harder. The Bible describes genuine Christian change through the doctrine of sanctification. In Episode 372 of The Nehemiah Project Podcast, we take a thorough look at what sanctification is, how it works, and how God transforms believers over the course of the Christian life. Sanctification begins with salvation. When a person is born again through faith in Jesus Christ, God gives that person a new heart and a new identity. The believer is no longer enslaved to sin in the same way and is now able to understand, love, and obey the truth of God’s Word. But conversion is not the end of change. It is the beginning of a lifelong process of becoming more like Christ. What Is Sanctification?Sanctification is the ongoing work of God in the life of a believer by which Christians progressively grow in holiness and become more like Jesus Christ. It involves both God’s work in us and our active response of faith and obedience. Biblical change is not passive. Christians are called to: Put off sinful thoughts, desires, and behaviorsRenew the mind through the truth of ScripturePut on righteous thoughts, desires, and actionsRepent when sin is exposedBelieve what God has saidPractice obedienceGrow in Christlike characterPersevere in faithThis pattern is central to understanding how Christians actually change. The Mind Must Be RenewedRomans 12:2 calls believers to be transformed by the renewing of the mind. Renewal is more than replacing negative thoughts with positive ones. It means learning to think according to the truth of God’s Word and increasingly bringing our thoughts, desires, emotions, and decisions under the authority of Christ. The Christian has been given the mind of Christ through salvation, and then grows into that reality through the daily study, memorization, meditation, and application of Scripture. Real change happens as God’s truth reshapes the way we think and live. Putting Off and Putting OnThe Bible does not merely tell Christians to stop sinful behavior. It calls us to replace sinful patterns with righteous ones. That means sanctification involves: Putting off what belongs to the old way of life. Renewing the mind with biblical truth. Putting on attitudes and actions that reflect Jesus Christ. This is why biblical counseling is concerned with more than symptom relief. The goal is not simply to make life easier. The goal is to help people become more like Christ. Change Is a Heart IssueBehavior matters, but behavior flows from the heart. Our actions are connected to what we believe, desire, worship, fear, love, and trust. That is why lasting transformation requires more than external behavior modification. God changes people from the inside out through His Word, His Spirit, and the ordinary means He has given His church. In This EpisodeWe discuss: What sanctification meansThe difference between justification and sanctificationHow Christians actually changeProgressive sanctificationThe role of the Holy Spirit in spiritual growthThe importance of Scripture in personal transformationRenewing the mindPutting off sinful patternsPutting on righteous patternsRepentance and obedienceThe relationship between thoughts, desires, and actionsWhy behavior modification is not enoughThe role of the local church and Christian communityHow biblical counseling approaches personal changeWhat it means to become more like ChristWhy This MattersEveryone wants change. People want freedom from destructive habits. They want healthier relationships. They want better thoughts. They want relief from patterns of anger, fear, anxiety, addiction, lust, bitterness, and selfishness. But Scripture teaches that the deepest goal is not merely becoming a better version of ourselves. It is becoming more like Jesus Christ. Sanctification provides the biblical framework for understanding how that change happens. If you are searching for what sanctification means, how Christians change, progressive sanctification, how to renew your mind, biblical counseling, spiritual growth, overcoming sinful habits, or becoming more like Christ, this episode provides a thorough biblical explanation of the process of Christian change. Learn MoreThe Nehemiah Project:www.tnproject.org The Transformation House:www.tnproject.org/tnp-house TopicsSanctification, what is sanctification, progressive sanctification, Christian growth, spiritual growth, how Christians change, biblical change, biblical counseling, renewing the mind, Romans 12:2, mind of Christ, putting off and putting on, repentance, obedience, holiness, becoming like Christ, Christian discipleship, heart change, behavior change, personal transformation, spiritual formation

  4. Oct 13

    Ep. 371 | Trauma, PTS, and Faith: A Biblical Perspective with Matt Statler of Mighty Oaks Foundation

    What is really happening beneath the symptoms of post-traumatic stress? In this episode of The Nehemiah Project Podcast, we sit down with Matt Statler of the Mighty Oaks Foundation to talk about trauma, PTSD, veterans, fear, hope, faith, and how suffering can test what a person believes about God, themselves, and life. Matt describes trauma as involving a loss of peace and hope after a calamitous event. The conversation then moves beyond symptoms and asks a deeper question: What beliefs and fears are being exposed when trauma presses in? From a biblical counseling perspective, human beings are not merely physical bodies or isolated minds. We are embodied persons—body and soul—and what we believe affects how we interpret and respond to suffering. A traumatic event can function like intense pressure, exposing questions such as: Is God still good?Am I safe?Can I trust Him?What does this suffering mean?Where can I find hope?How should I understand what happened to me?When those fears and beliefs remain unresolved, they can continue to shape how a person responds emotionally, physically, and spiritually. This conversation does not dismiss the physical or psychological realities associated with trauma and PTSD. Instead, it explores the often-overlooked spiritual dimension: the heart, faith, beliefs, fears, and interpretations that suffering can reveal. In this episode we discuss: What post-traumatic stress can reveal beneath the surfaceA biblical perspective on trauma and PTSDThe relationship between body, soul, thoughts, and beliefsWhy trauma can test a person’s faithFear, hopelessness, and unresolved beliefs after sufferingHow Christians can process trauma biblicallyThe importance of understanding suffering through the character of GodHope for veterans and others affected by traumaThe role of biblical counseling in trauma careThe work of the Mighty Oaks FoundationAbout The Mighty Oaks Foundation The Mighty Oaks Foundation serves veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders who are struggling with the effects of trauma, combat experiences, and other life-altering challenges. In this episode, Matt Statler brings both personal and ministry experience to the conversation as we examine how biblical truth can help people think carefully about trauma, fear, hope, and faith. This episode may be especially helpful for: Veterans dealing with post-traumatic stressFamily members supporting someone affected by traumaPastors and ministry leadersBiblical counselorsChristians trying to understand PTSD from a biblical worldviewAnyone wrestling with fear, suffering, loss of peace, or loss of hope after a traumatic eventLearn More: The Nehemiah Project:www.tnproject.org The Transformation House:www.tnproject.org/tnp-house The Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/ If you are searching for a Christian perspective on PTSD, biblical counseling for trauma, veteran trauma recovery, post-traumatic stress and faith, trauma and the Bible, or hope after trauma, this episode offers a thoughtful biblical framework for understanding those questions. Topics PTSD, post-traumatic stress, trauma, Christian perspective on PTSD, biblical counseling for trauma, veteran trauma, veteran recovery, Mighty Oaks Foundation, Matt Statler, trauma and faith, fear after trauma, hope after trauma, body and soul, Christian counseling, biblical worldview, suffering and faith, veteran ministry, trauma recovery

  5. Sep 29

    Ep. 370 | Does AI Have a Soul? Artificial Intelligence from a Biblical Perspective

    Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, communicate, create, and think—but should Christians be afraid of it? In this episode, Mike Linstead and Dr. Chad Wiles explore artificial intelligence from a biblical perspective. Rather than beginning with fear, hype, or speculation, they start with a more foundational question: What does the Bible say a human being actually is? They discuss biblical anthropology, the image of God, the soul, human identity, and why artificial intelligence should not be confused with human life or personhood. They also examine technology through a biblical lens, considering how innovation can be understood as part of God’s common grace while still requiring wisdom, discernment, and faithful stewardship. The conversation also addresses some of the biggest questions Christians are asking about AI today: Is artificial intelligence sentient?Can AI have a soul?What makes human beings different from machines?Should Christians be afraid of artificial intelligence?How should believers use AI responsibly?Can technology be used for both good and evil?Does AI have any connection to Revelation 13 or end-times prophecy?How does the sovereignty of God shape the way Christians think about the future?Rather than giving in to AI doomerism or blindly embracing every new technology, this episode offers a biblical framework for thinking clearly about artificial intelligence. The goal is not fear, but faithful stewardship—using technology wisely, rejecting what is sinful, and remembering that human history remains under the sovereign rule of God. If you are a Christian trying to understand AI, artificial intelligence, technology, biblical anthropology, the soul, Revelation 13, Christian ethics, or how believers should approach emerging technology, this conversation provides a practical and theological starting point. Key Scriptures discussed include Genesis 1:26–28, Genesis 2:7,  Psalm 139, Philippians 4:6-8; Revelation 13

  6. Sep 22

    Ep. 369 | Hope Restored Series | From Addiction to Freedom: Dallas’s Story of Gospel Transformation

    From Addiction to Freedom: Dallas's Story of Gospel Transformation What does lasting change look like for someone enslaved to addiction? In this episode of The Nehemiah Project Podcast, Mike sits down with Dallas, Director of the Transformation House, to hear his personal story of addiction, enslavement, recovery, and ultimately transformation through the gospel of Jesus Christ. Dallas speaks candidly about the progression of addiction—from initially pursuing drugs for pleasure, escape, or a high to eventually becoming physically dependent on them simply to feel normal and function from day to day. The conversation also explores a biblical understanding of addiction. Addiction is more than a substance problem. Beneath the behavior are desires of the heart—things we look to for satisfaction, escape, comfort, identity, or control. Scripture helps us understand how those desires can become idolatrous and enslaving, while also recognizing the very real physical effects and dependence associated with substance abuse. But Dallas’s story is ultimately not about addiction. It is about the grace of God. Through the gospel of Jesus Christ, Dallas experienced forgiveness, freedom, and a completely new direction for his life. Today, he serves as the Director of The Transformation House, helping other men who are walking through many of the same struggles he once experienced. What Is the Transformation House? The Transformation House is a Christ-centered men’s sober living home operated by The Nehemiah Project. It exists to provide men with a clean, structured, accountable environment where they can pursue sobriety, biblical counseling, discipleship, Christian community, and lasting transformation. The program is designed for men 18 and older who are employed and serious about change. It can also serve as a structured next step for men transitioning out of residential addiction treatment. Residents receive housing, biblical counseling and discipleship, structured accountability, a gym membership, and involvement in a local Christian community. The goal is not simply to help men remain sober. Our desire is to see men experience genuine transformation through the saving and sanctifying grace of Jesus Christ. The Nehemiah Project:www.tnproject.org The Transformation House:www.tnproject.org/tnp-house If you or someone you love is searching for Christian addiction recovery, biblical counseling for addiction, men’s sober living in Louisiana, faith-based recovery, help after residential treatment, or a Christ-centered recovery program, we encourage you to reach out. In This Episode Mike and Dallas discuss: Dallas’s personal experience with drug addictionHow substance abuse progresses into physical dependenceWhy someone may eventually use drugs simply to feel “normal”The desires and idolatry that can drive addictive behaviorThe difference between sobriety and genuine transformationWhy addiction must be understood at both the heart and physical levelsHow the gospel changed Dallas’s lifeThe role of biblical counseling in addiction recoveryWhy accountability and Christian community matterDallas’s work as Director of the Transformation HouseThe hope available to men and families affected by addiction  Topics Christian addiction recovery, addiction testimony, biblical counseling for addiction, substance abuse recovery, drug addiction, physical dependence, idolatry and addiction, gospel transformation, Christian recovery testimony, men’s sober living, faith-based recovery, Transformation House, The Nehemiah Project, recovery from addiction, freedom in Christ

  7. Sep 11

    Ep. 368 | Hope Restored Series | An Addicted Son and an Enabling Mother Transformed By the Grace of God

    The Transformation House Is Now Open! This is more than a house. It's a place where men can pursue lasting transformation through the power of the gospel. We're excited to announce that The Transformation House is officially open and ready to welcome men who are serious about change. Who is it for? Men 18 and older who are employed and ready to pursue a transformed life through biblical discipleship and accountability. Whether you've recently completed a residential treatment program or you're looking for a structured environment to help you walk faithfully, this program was built with you in mind. Here's what you'll find: 🏠 Affordable Living For $1,000/month, residents receive more than housing. The program includes structured biblical counseling, discipleship, and a gym membership—all designed to help men grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. 🤝 Real Accountability Transformation requires accountability. Residents live within a structured environment that includes house rules, randomized drug testing, room searches, and clear expectations—all administered with both truth and grace. ⛪ A Christ-Centered Community We believe lasting change happens in the context of God's people. Residents become part of The Field Church, where they'll be surrounded by believers who genuinely love Christ and care for one another. Our prayer is simple: That every man who walks through these doors would encounter the saving grace of Jesus Christ and learn what it means to walk in the freedom that only He can give. If you—or someone you know—is ready for serious change, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our website, click on the Transformation House page, and complete the contact form to begin the conversation. Freedom isn't found in trying harder. It's found in Christ.

  8. Sep 1

    Ep. 367 | Don't "Just Follow Your Heart" | On the Relationship between the Mind, Affections, Will, and Conscience

    The Transformation House Is Now Open! This is more than a house. It's a place where men can pursue lasting transformation through the power of the gospel. We're excited to announce that The Transformation House is officially open and ready to welcome men who are serious about change. Who is it for? Men 18 and older who are employed and ready to pursue a transformed life through biblical discipleship and accountability. Whether you've recently completed a residential treatment program or you're looking for a structured environment to help you walk faithfully, this program was built with you in mind. Here's what you'll find: 🏠 Affordable Living For $1,000/month, residents receive more than housing. The program includes structured biblical counseling, discipleship, and a gym membership—all designed to help men grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. 🤝 Real Accountability Transformation requires accountability. Residents live within a structured environment that includes house rules, randomized drug testing, room searches, and clear expectations—all administered with both truth and grace. ⛪ A Christ-Centered Community We believe lasting change happens in the context of God's people. Residents become part of The Field Church, where they'll be surrounded by believers who genuinely love Christ and care for one another. Our prayer is simple: That every man who walks through these doors would encounter the saving grace of Jesus Christ and learn what it means to walk in the freedom that only He can give. If you—or someone you know—is ready for serious change, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our website, click on the Transformation House page, and complete the contact form to begin the conversation. Freedom isn't found in trying harder. It's found in Christ.

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The Nehemiah Project exists to replace hopelessness with hope through the gospel and the truth of God's Word! We are located in Mandeville, LA and offer recovery programs and biblical counseling to the community!

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    The Nehemiah Project
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    2020 - 2026
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