Not Just Sunday: Christian Life, Following Jesus, & Daily Discipleship

Patrick Miller, Keith Simon
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Ready to break up with part-time Christianity? Join authors and pastors Patrick Miller and Keith Simon as they share honest conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical steps for following Jesus, embracing daily discipleship, and living a full-time Christian life. 

  1. 3D AGO

    Is Sports Betting a Sin? A Christian View of Sports, Part 2

    Sports aren’t just games; they reveal our character. In Part 2 of our sports conversation, we turn our attention to sports betting, ethics, and the growing normalization of gambling in American culture. Should Christians participate in sports betting? Is it sinful, or is it more of a wisdom issue? We explore what the Bible says about money, character, gambling, competition, and self-control, and discuss how modern betting apps are designed to keep users hooked. From questions of justice and addiction to playing by the rules and losing with grace, this episode examines how faith should shape the way we engage with sports culture today. Did you miss the first half of our sports conversation? Listen here. 📚 Are you reading Trust with us? Don't forget: A bonus episode book club episode is coming on Friday, March 27. You can grab the book here if you haven't already. 🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss the rest of our Not Just Sacred series! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    56 min

  2. MAR 3

    Kids Sports and Competition: A Christian View of Sports, Part 1

    Is it sinful to be competitive? Does God care who wins games? How do we know when sports, particularly kids sports, have become an idol? In this sixth episode of our Not Just Sacred series, we're kicking off part one of our conversation about sports. Hear Keith and Patrick explore the goodness of competition, the effects of sin on rivalry and pride, and how athletics can reflect discipline, excellence, and teamwork. We also address youth sports and church participation, asking how families can pursue sports without neglecting Christian community. We hope this episode offers a biblical framework for thinking about sports without over-spiritualizing (or underestimating) them. 📚 Are you reading Trust with us? Don't forget: A bonus episode book club episode is coming on Friday, March 27. You can grab the book here if you haven't already. 🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss A Christian View of Sports, Part 2 next week! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    59 min

  3. FEB 24

    Faith and Work: How to Honor God in Your Everyday Job

    Work takes up a huge portion of our lives, yet many Christians rarely think about it theologically. In this fifth episode in our Not Just Sacred series, we discuss what the Bible actually says about work: why it was part of God’s design from the beginning, how it was affected by the fall, and why it still matters deeply to God today. We talk about work as calling, the danger of making it an idol, and what it looks like to "work as unto the Lord" through our jobs. Plus, in a world questioning the future of work through automation, AI, and ideas of a workless society, what does Christianity have to say? Whether you love your work, feel stuck in it, or wonder if it really matters, we hope this conversation reframes your job as a place to honor God, serve others, and live out your faith with excellence. 📚 Are you reading Trust with us? Don't forget: A bonus episode book club episode is coming on Friday, March 20. You can grab the book here if you haven't already.  🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss an episode of this series! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    47 min

  4. FEB 17

    What Does the Bible Say About Money? A Christian Guide to Finances

    Money can feel uncomfortable to talk about, but the Bible certainly isn’t shy about it. With over 2,000 verses on money, Scripture consistently connects our finances to our hearts, values, and trust in God. In this fourth episode of Not Just Sacred series, we explore what it means to handle money as faithful stewards rather than owners. We talk about spending, budgeting, saving, investing, debt, generosity, and contentment, and how each of these reveals what we truly value. This conversation isn’t about shame or formulas, but about aligning our financial lives with God’s purposes and learning to say, “I have enough.” 📚 Want to be in our book club? Our winning book, Trust, was announced on last week's episode! A bonus episode discussing the book is coming on Friday, March 20. You can grab the book here. 🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss an episode of this series! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    1h 1m

  5. FEB 10

    Does God Care About Your Body? A Christian Perspective on Health & Fitness

    What does the Bible say about health and fitness? In the third episode of our Not Just Sacred series, we take a Christian look at the body, the soul, and how they’re meant to work together. We explore whether fitness matters to God, how Scripture warns against being ruled by food or consumption, and why aging is something the Bible honors rather than resists. From questions about appearance and motivation to modern conversations around tracking, diets, Botox, and GLP-1s, this episode offers biblical principles for navigating health wisely without turning it into an idol. We also announce the winning book for our Not Just Sacred book club! 📚 Want to be in our book club? Our winning book, Trust, was announced on today's episode! A bonus episode discussing the book is coming on Friday, March 20. You can grab the book here. 🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss an episode of this series! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    1h 20m

  6. FEB 3

    Not Just the Bible: A Christian Guide to Books and Reading

    Does God care what we read? Should fiction make the list? First up in our Not Just Sacred series, we explore how Christians should think about reading, both the Bible and books beyond it. We share why Christians should value books and learning, how reading forms our attention and empathy, and why old books still matter today. We unpack how reading shapes who we become and how we see the world and we provide some practical tips for becoming better readers. Plus, we invite you to put it all into practice through our Not Just Sacred Book Club. More details below!  🗳️ Which book should we read together? VOTE here. (The winning book will be announced during our next episode on February 10!  📣) 🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss an episode of this new series! And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    54 min

  7. JAN 27

    Not Just Sacred: Engaging the World, Glorifying God

    Does following Jesus mean retreating from everyday life or learning how to fully engage it? In the kickoff episode of our new series Not Just Sacred, we explore the biblical vision of a faith that encompasses ALL of life. From work and money to reading, sports, and ordinary pleasures, this episode reframes the false divide between the sacred and the secular. As we trace the Bible’s story, from creation to new creation, we discover that God is not abandoning the world, but redeeming it. Our hope is that this series helps you learn to glorify God not by withdrawing, but by faithfully engaging the world he called “good.” 🗳️ VOTE on which book we'll read together during this series here.  🔔 Subscribe now so you won't miss an episode of this new series!  And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    37 min

  8. JAN 20

    7 Reasons Why Jesus Came

    As we close our Not Just Stories: A Guide to the Gospels series, we're stepping back and asking one final question: Why did Jesus come? Drawing directly from the Gospels, this episode explores seven core reasons behind Jesus’s mission, from fulfilling the Old Testament and revealing God, to announcing the Kingdom, defeating sin and death, and forming a people shaped by his way of life. Along the way, we discover that Jesus didn’t just come to change our eternity; he came to transform how we live here and now. This episode invites you to read the Gospels with fresh eyes and to follow Jesus as the King who still reigns. 🔔 Subscribe now in time for our next series, Not Just Sacred, where we'll explore how Christians can joyfully engage the world while still glorifying God.  And if you haven't already, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Ten Minute Bible Talks, where we're walking passage-by-passage through the Gospels all of 2026. 📫 Want Sunday's best for your Monday morning inbox? Subscribe to the NJS newsletter here. 👍 Follow us on social media for more content and connection with other Not Just Sunday Christians: FB, IG, X. 🫖 Click here to stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

    41 min
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