Living IN Jesus Podcast

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Living IN Jesus Podcast

Living IN Jesus is a podcast designed to explore the depths of what it means to live a grace-filled life with Jesus as the focus. Be encouraged by listening to Spirit-filled conversations with a rotating panel of counselors and teachers from the counseling and training ministry of Christian Families Today.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Romans 8:15-17 - Walking Confidently as a Child of God

    In this episode, join host Ross O'Hair and guest Mark Fields as they delve into Romans 8:15-17, revealing how embracing your true identity shifts your motivation from fear to love. Through engaging stories and biblical insights, you'll discover how to overcome fear, understand your spiritual inheritance, and start walking confidently as a Child of God. This episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement to help you live out your faith with renewed intimacy and purpose. Whether you're seeking to deepen your relationship with God or find peace amidst life's challenges, this conversation will inspire and equip you to fully embrace your place in His family. Key Verses: Romans 8:15-17: “For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him.” Quotes: “Fear might be an immediate motivator, but it is not genuine or from the heart. We respond to God out of love as we trust His heart.” “When we say, ‘Abba, Father,’ we’re calling out to a God who smiles and says, ‘You’re my child, and I love you.’”  “Our identity as children of God isn’t just about heaven; it’s about living in His presence now, with love, joy, and peace.” Key Points: We no longer live in fear because God has given us the Spirit of adoption, not slavery. As God’s adopted children, we have access to His love, wisdom, and inheritance. The Holy Spirit continually assures us of our identity as God’s beloved sons and daughters. Outline: Introduction (00:00) Scripture Reading (01:07) Spirit of Slavery vs. Spirit of Adoption (02:14) From Slave to Son: Living Inside the House (05:25) “Abba!” The Cry of True Belonging (07:43) Downton Abbey, Ben-Hur, and Talking Horses (08:42) Whispers of Truth: The Spirit’s Constant Testimony (10:55) More Than Heaven: Your Inheritance Starts Now (13:15) Clarifying suffering with Christ (16:05) Final Takeaway: Loved, Accepted, and Secure (18:30) Theme Music: Here Forever by Adigold(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairScripture Read by: Corrie O’HairParticipating Staff: Mark FieldsEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    20 min

  2. DEC 12

    Romans 8:5-14 - Life and Peace in the Spirit

    In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Mark Fields unpack the powerful truths of Romans 8:5-14 to show how the Holy Spirit transforms our lives from the inside out. Learn how to walk in the Spirit, resist the pull of the flesh, and cultivate a mindset of life and peace that transcends life’s challenges. With practical insights, personal stories, and uplifting encouragement, this episode will empower you to trust the Spirit’s guidance, experience true inner calm, and live out your faith more fully. If you’ve ever wondered how to align your thoughts and actions with God’s Spirit, this episode is a must-listen! Key Verses:   Romans 8:5-11: “For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness. If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” Quotes: “Once you receive God's provision of salvation, God's Spirit comes to dwell in you in His fullness and completeness.” “Our outlook on life, our attitude towards circumstances is now one of hope, joy, rest—it's life-giving.” “The Holy Spirit is actively transforming us into believing, thinking, and acting more like Christ in every moment.” Key Points: Believers are permanently indwelt by the Holy Spirit, defining them as God’s children. A Spirit-led mindset replaces anxiety and hostility with life and peace. Trusting the Holy Spirit’s leadership empowers us to resist fleshly impulses and embrace God’s truth. Outline: Introduction (00:00) Scripture Reading (01:02) Paul’s Focus on the Spirit (2:19) Defining Flesh vs. Spirit (3:03) Characteristics of the Spirit: Life and Peace (4:20) The Holy Spirit’s Indwelling (7:10) Putting to Death the Deeds of the Body (10:04) Being Led by the Spirit (14:14) Personal Applications and Illustrations (18:02) Final Takeaway and Closing (22:16) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldPeaceful Documentary by LexMusic(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairScripture Read by: Corrie O’HairParticipating Staff: Mark FieldsEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    24 min

  3. DEC 5

    Romans 8:1-4 - Living Free from Condemnation and Powerlessness

    In this episode, host Ross O'Hair and guest Mark Fields delve into Romans 8:1-4 to explore how believers can experience true freedom from feelings of condemnation, isolation, and powerlessness. They discuss the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in overcoming sin and temptation, offering practical insights on how to live moment by moment under the Spirit's guidance. Listen today to gain a deeper understanding of how to apply biblical truths to break free from cycles of guilt and shame, and to live confidently in the assurance of God's unwavering love and presence. Key Verses: Romans 8:1-4: “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and for sin, he condemned sin in the flesh, in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.” Quotes: “There is therefore now no condemnation—right now, in this moment, God is not condemning me, and there’s nothing in my life He would condemn me for.” “One of Satan's favorite strategies is to create in our minds a distance between us and God.” “We experience freedom as we trust that God is right there with us, empowering us to trust Him and enjoy His life.” Key Points: God has set us free from condemnation and empowered us to live in the Spirit. The Holy Spirit provides life, freedom, and assurance of God’s presence. Choosing to trust the Spirit over the flesh leads to peace, freedom, and joy. Outline: Introduction (00:00) Reading Romans 8:1-4 (01:08) From Despair to Deliverance: Transitioning from Romans 7 to 8 (02:01) The Spirit Unleashed (03:16) Prison Break Part 1: Escaping Condemnation's Cell (05:09) Prison Break Part 2: Overcoming the Powerlessness Prison (08:12) Defying Spiritual Gravity: The Aerodynamics of Faith (12:20) Soaring Daily: Trusting God in Every Moment (15:18) Example of Fighting Anxiety in the Middle of the Night (17:02) Key Takeaways and Summary (20:05) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldDreaming Calming Relaxation by OlexandrIgnatov(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Mark FieldsScripture Reading: Corrie O’HairEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    21 min

  4. NOV 28

    Living Gratefully

    Discover how embracing gratitude can transform your life in this special Thanksgiving episode of the Living IN Jesus podcast. Hosts Ross O'Hair and Ben Brezina delve into the profound impact of thankfulness on our relationship with God, our community, and our personal well-being. They share biblical insights, personal experiences, and practical tips on how to cultivate a heart of gratitude—even amidst hardship. By listening, you'll gain a deeper understanding of why giving thanks is essential, how it can lead to inner peace and joy, and how it strengthens the bonds with those around you. This episode is an invitation to experience the transformative power of thankfulness and to make it a daily practice that enriches every aspect of your life. Key Verses: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Colossians 3:15 – “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.” Quotes: “Thankfulness completes the love loop—God gives, we recognize, and we give thanks, drawing us closer to Him.” “You can’t fully grasp what God has done for us and not feel overwhelmed with gratitude. It’s the natural response to His love.”  “Gratitude isn’t just a choice; it’s the pathway to peace, joy, and contentment, no matter the circumstances.” Key Points: Giving thanks daily draws us closer to God and helps us acknowledge His goodness and provision. Gratitude strengthens community by fostering encouragement, kindness, and unity. Practicing thankfulness shifts our perspective from lack to abundance, bringing inner peace and joy. Outline: Thanksgiving: More Than a Holiday (00:01) Gratitude is in God’s Blueprint (02:07) The Love Loop: Receiving and Returning Thanks (03:26) Psalm 28:7: The Anthem of a Thankful Heart (03:57) Grumbling vs. Gratitude: Lessons from the Wilderness (04:30) Building Bridges with Thankfulness (06:59) The Gratitude Effect: Health, Joy, and Peace (10:44) Finding Thanks in the Trials (14:59) Simple Steps to Embracing Gratitude (16:49) Gratitude in Action: A Challenge to You (18:40) Theme Music: Here Forever by Adigold(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Ben BrezinaEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    20 min

  5. NOV 21

    Romans 7:14-25 - Help! I Can't Stop Sinning!

    In this episode, we dive deep into Romans 7:14-25 to explore the struggle between self-effort and relying on God's power. If you've ever felt trapped in a cycle of trying harder yet still falling short, this conversation is for you. Host Ross O'Hair and guest Tom Price discuss how even as believers, we will give into fleshly temptations when we rely on our own strength. They share personal insights and practical wisdom on embracing our true identity in Christ, which empowers us to overcome challenges not by our might but through the Holy Spirit. By listening, you'll discover how to shift from self-reliance to God-reliance, unlock the freedom found in trusting God's presence within you, and experience genuine transformation in your walk with God. Key Verses: Romans 7:14-25: "For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold under sin. For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. Now if I do what I do not want, I agree with the law, that it is good. So now it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me. For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing. Now if I do what I do not want, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me. So I find it to be a law that when I want to do right, evil lies close at hand. For I delight in the law of God, in my inner being, but I see in my members another law waging war against the law of my mind and making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members. Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!" Quotes:  “God has shown me that true strength and success come from His Spirit working through me, not from my own self-effort to follow principles.”  “When we understand that our deepest desire is to walk in holiness because of our new identity in Christ, we can stop focusing on sin and start relying on God’s power within us.” Key Points: Believers often struggle with sin when trying to live righteously by self-effort rather than through God’s grace. The law of sin affects our physical bodies, but our inner being delights in God’s law, aligning with our identity in Christ. True freedom comes from trusting God’s power to transform us, rather than depending on self-imposed rules or willpower. Outline: Introduction (00:00) Scripture Reading (01:04) Paul’s Perspective: Is This Pre- or Post-Salvation? (03:14) Unpacking the “Law of Sin” (04:57) Identity Check: Who Are We in Christ? (06:24) Freedom Formula: Spirit-Led vs. Self-Effort (10:18) Life Lesson: Tom Shares a Personal Story on Self-Discipline (11:03) Finding Strength: How God Empowers Us (17:12) Key Takeaway: Growing with Grace, Not Law (18:42) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldDramatic by FlowersMusic(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Tom PriceEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    20 min

  6. NOV 14

    Romans 7:7-13 - Measuring Tapes and Mirrors

    In this episode, Ross O’Hair and Tom Price dive into Romans 7:7-13 to explore one of the more challenging aspects of faith: the tension between God’s perfect law and our human inability to follow it. Through relatable stories and insightful analogies, Ross and Tom unpack why our best self-efforts inevitably fall short of God’s standard, and why that realization is actually a profound blessing. Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on the purpose of the law—as a mirror that reveals our need for grace—and discover the freedom that comes when we rely on the indwelling Holy Spirit instead of striving on our own. If you've ever felt burdened by trying to be "good enough," this episode will offer you relief, clarity, and a renewed understanding of how God’s grace empowers us to live righteously. Key Verses: Romans 7:7-13: "What then shall we say? That the law is sin? By no means! Yet if it had not been for the law, I would not have known sin. For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, 'You shall not covet.' But sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of covetousness. For apart from the law, sin lies dead. I was once alive apart from the law, but when the commandment came, sin came alive and I died. The very commandment that promised life proved to be death to me. For sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, deceived me and through it killed me. So the law is holy, and the commandment is holy and righteous and good." Quotes: “The law is holy and perfect, but self-effort can never fulfill it. Instead, it often brings out our sin nature.” “The law is like a mirror: it reveals where we fall short but has no power to make us righteous.” “Grace always focuses on righteousness, while the law keeps our focus on sin and self-effort.” Key Points: The law reveals sin but cannot empower us to live righteously. Self-effort in following the law often leads to more sin, not less. True righteousness is achieved by relying on the Holy Spirit, not our self-strength. Outline: Introduction (00:00) Scripture Reading (01:02) Context of Romans 5:6-11 (02:00) What Does It Mean to Be Saved by Christ's Life? (03:00) Reconciliation Through Christ's Death (04:00) The Two Sides of the Cross (05:00) Practical Example of Living Out Christ’s Life (10:02) How to Apply Reconciliation Daily (12:00) Conclusion and Major Takeaways (15:16) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldEmotional Piano and Strings by GentleJammers(all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Tom PriceEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    17 min

  7. NOV 7

    Romans 7:1-6 - From Rules to Rest

    In this episode, Ross O'Hair and Tom Price unpack Romans 7:1-6, offering a powerful and practical understanding of the freedom Christians have in Christ. They explain how striving to meet the law's impossible standards will lead us to frustration and failure while embracing grace allows us to grow in righteousness and live in the freedom God intends. Through a rich analogy comparing marriage to life under the law, they show how Christ's death releases us from the law and enables us to bear fruit for God. Listen today to gain valuable insights into overcoming the pressures of performance-based acceptance and find encouragement to live confidently in God's grace. Key Verses: Romans 7:1-6: “Or do you not know, brothers—for I am speaking to those who know the law—that the law is binding on a person only as long as he lives? For a married woman is bound by law to her husband while he lives, but if her husband dies she is released from the law of marriage. Accordingly, she will be called an adulteress if she lives with another man while her husband is alive. But if her husband dies, she is free from that law, and if she marries another man she is not an adulteress. Likewise, my brothers, you also have died to the law through the body of Christ, so that you may belong to another, to him who has been raised from the dead, in order that we may bear fruit for God. For while we were living in the flesh, our sinful passions, aroused by the law, were at work in our members to bear fruit for death. But now we are released from the law, having died to that which held us captive, so that we serve in the new way of the Spirit and not in the old way of the written code.” Quotes: “Grace is a safe place for us to practice our gift of righteousness that was gifted to us through Christ.” “The law demands absolute perfection but does nothing to help us achieve that perfection.” “We've been released from performance-based acceptance and are now joined to God in intimate relationship.” Key Points: The law cannot produce righteousness; it only exposes our inability to meet its demands. Through Christ’s death, we are released from the law and free to live under grace. Grace provides the freedom to grow in righteousness without fear of condemnation. Outline: Introduction (00:06) Scripture Reading (01:15) Why Paul repeatedly mentions the law (02:36) The Law’s Purpose (03:55) Marriage Analogy (05:39) How grace provides freedom to bear fruit (06:18) Living out freedom in everyday life (09:27) Working in a grace-based work environment (14:46) Major Takeaway (16:58) Conclusion (17:43) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldCinematic Strings by Cleanmindsounds (all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Tom PriceEdited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

    18 min

  8. OCT 31

    Romans 6:14-23 - Joyful Obedience from the Heart

    In this episode, Ross O'Hair and Jamie Pharis Pyles guide us through a exploration of Romans 6:14-23, revealing how to break free from the cycle of sin and live under the power of God's grace. The conversation offers practical insights into how believers can shift from living under obligation to living with joyful obedience from the heart. By listening, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how grace transforms your daily life, empowering you to make choices that lead to righteousness, peace, and abundant life in Christ. This episode will encourage you to trust God with your day-to-day struggles, embrace your new identity, and walk in true freedom. Key Verses: Romans 6:14-23: “For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace. What then? Are we to sin because we are not under law but under grace? By no means! Do you not know that if you present yourselves to anyone as obedient slaves, you are slaves of the one whom you obey, either of sin, which leads to death, or of obedience, which leads to righteousness? But thanks be to God, that you who were once slaves of sin have become obedient from the heart to the standard of teaching to which you were committed, and, having been set free from sin, have become slaves of righteousness. I am speaking in human terms, because of your natural limitations. For just as you once presented your members as slaves to impurity and to lawlessness leading to more lawlessness, so now present your members as slaves to righteousness leading to sanctification. For when you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. But what fruit were you getting at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death. But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Quotes: "It’s really hard when you have to, but it’s really easy when you want to." "When you truly understand what God’s done to you and how trustworthy He is, then you’ll start to see change in your day-to-day life." Key Points: Living under grace allows for genuine obedience from the heart, not out of obligation but desire. The freedom in Christ leads to life and sanctification, while sin leads only to death. Outline: Introduction (00:00:06) Scripture Reading (00:01:12) Habitual Sin and Occasional Sin (00:03:26) What It Means to Present Ourselves as Slaves to Righteousness(00:04:26) Obedience from the Heart (00:08:43) Contrast of Sin Versus Righteousness (00:05:03) How Sin Affects Relationships (00:05:25) Choosing to Live from Grace (00:09:44) The Practical Walk of Believing (00:15:14) Final Takeaway from Romans 6 (00:17:42) Theme Music: Here Forever by AdigoldNordic Cellos by Orchestralis (all rights and licensing from Envato elements) Hosted by: Ross O'HairParticipating Staff: Jamie Pharis PylesScriptures Read By: Corrie O'Hair Edited by: Ross O’Hair and Ben Brezina --- Have a question or comment about this podcast? We want to hear from you. Email us at podcast@cftministry.org Interested in more?  Get the Living IN Jesus study. In need of individual counseling? Visit our website to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

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Living IN Jesus is a podcast designed to explore the depths of what it means to live a grace-filled life with Jesus as the focus. Be encouraged by listening to Spirit-filled conversations with a rotating panel of counselors and teachers from the counseling and training ministry of Christian Families Today.

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