The Jesus Effect

Stephen McLane
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The Jesus Effect – Encounter Him, Experience Change This podcast is all about what happens when you truly encounter Jesus — how He transforms lives, restores hope, and leads us into purpose. Each episode offers biblical truth, practical encouragement, and real-life application to help you experience spiritual growth, personal transformation, and a deeper walk with Christ. Whether you’re searching for hope, strengthening your faith, or learning what it means to follow Jesus more closely and live the Christian life, you'll find encouragement here. Because when you encounter Him… you will experience change. New episodes to encourage your faith and help you walk daily with Jesus.

  1. 2d ago

    Jesus — Is He Lord of Your Life? | Jesus in Your Weekend

    Send us Fan Mail Jesus Christ is Lord over all! But here’s a question worth asking: Is He truly Lord over every area of your life? It’s one thing to say Jesus is Lord. It’s another thing to allow His lordship to shape our decisions, attitudes, relationships, and everyday choices. In this episode of Jesus in Your Weekend, Steve McLane explores what Scripture teaches about the lordship of Jesus Christ and what it means to genuinely follow Him. Through Philippians 2:9–11, Colossians 1:15–18, Luke 6:46, and Luke 9:23, we’ll consider the difference between acknowledging Jesus with our words and honoring Him with our lives. In this episode, we’ll reflect on: Why Jesus Christ is Lord whether the world acknowledges Him or not.What it means to give Jesus first place in our lives.Why genuine faith calls us to obedience and surrender.How God’s grace helps us grow as followers of Christ.Your Weekend Challenge: Take a few quiet moments and ask yourself, “Is there an area of my life where I’m calling Jesus Lord… but not following what His Word teaches?” Then take one faithful step of obedience. Remember: Jesus Christ is Lord over all. The question isn’t whether He is Lord. The question is whether we’re living like He is. Hosted by Steve McLane thejesuseffectpodcast.comthejesuseffectpodcast@gmail.com When you encounter Him… you experience change. This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  2. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    3 Minutes with Jesus - Whose voice is the loudest?

    Send us Fan Mail Whose voice is the loudest in your life? Headlines, social media, and other people’s opinions can leave us feeling overwhelmed. In this episode of 3 Minutes with Jesus, Steve McLane shares a little midweek encouragement from John 10:27, reminding us that Jesus knows us and invites us to follow Him. Discover a simple way to pause, spend time in God’s Word, and let His truth guide your thoughts, words, and responses—with courage, patience, and grace. This week’s challenge: Before you scroll, take a moment to be still, read a few verses, and pray. You don’t have to respond to every voice. You do need to make room for His. Key Scripture: John 10:27 (NKJV) When you encounter Him, you will experience change. This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  3. Oct 23

    Jesus - You Don't Have to Know What Tomorrow Holds

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself worrying about something that hasn’t even happened yet? Maybe it’s a health concern, a family situation, a financial challenge, an important decision, or simply wondering what tomorrow might bring. We all face moments when the future seems uncertain. We make plans, look for answers, and sometimes allow tomorrow’s worries to steal today’s peace. But here’s a wonderful reminder: You don’t have to know what tomorrow holds when you know the One who holds tomorrow. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares an encouraging, Scripture-centered message about trusting God when we don’t have all the answers. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5–6, Matthew 6:25–34, Deuteronomy 31:8, Hebrews 13:8, and Philippians 4:6–7, we’ll explore: Why God calls us to trust Him rather than depend on our own understanding.How worrying about tomorrow can rob us of today’s peace.The assurance that Jesus will never leave or forsake those who belong to Him.Why our confidence should rest in Jesus Christ, who never changes.How turning our worries into prayers can help us face uncertainty with faith.Life doesn’t always go according to plan. We may face unexpected challenges, difficult decisions, and situations we don’t understand. But faith doesn’t mean we know what tomorrow will bring. Faith means we trust the One who will walk with us through it. Whatever you’re facing today, remember that Jesus is faithful. His love does not change, His promises will not fail, and you never have to walk through tomorrow without Him. Take a few moments to listen, be encouraged, and share this episode with someone who may be carrying concerns about the days ahead. The Jesus Effect — Encounter Him. Experience Change. TheJesusEffectPodcast.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  4. Oct 20 ·  Bonus

    Jesus In Your Weekend - Are You Too Busy to Hear Him?

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever reached the end of a busy day and realized you hardly spent any time with Jesus? Between work, family, responsibilities, phone calls, and even serving in the church, life can become so busy that we unintentionally neglect what matters most—our relationship with Him. Sometimes the greatest distraction from spending time with Jesus isn’t something bad… it’s all the good things we’re trying to do. In this week’s Jesus in Your Weekend, Steve McLane shares an encouraging message from Luke 10:38–42 and the story of Mary and Martha. Martha was busy serving, while Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen to His Word. Both serving and spending time with Jesus matter, but this familiar story reminds us that our activities should never replace our relationship with Him. In this episode, we’ll explore: Why being busy doesn’t always mean we’re growing spiritually.How even good responsibilities can distract us from spending time with Jesus.The importance of slowing down, opening God’s Word, and spending time in prayer.How our service to others should flow out of our relationship with Christ.Simple ways to make Jesus a priority in our everyday lives.Your Weekend Challenge: Set aside 10–15 minutes this weekend to step away from distractions. Open your Bible, read Luke 10:38–42, spend time in prayer, and simply focus on Jesus. Remember, spending time with Jesus isn’t about checking another item off your to-do list. It’s about growing closer to the One who loves you and gave His life for you. Don’t become so busy doing things for Jesus that you forget to spend time with Jesus. Key Scripture: Luke 10:38–42Supporting Scripture: Psalm 46:10; John 10:27; Mark 1:35 The Jesus Effect Encounter Him – Experience Change.thejesuseffectpodcast.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  5. Oct 18 ·  Bonus

    3 Minutes with Jesus - The Blessings We Overlook (Episode 2)

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever received a blessing and didn’t recognize it until much later? Sometimes we’re so focused on what we’re praying for, what we’re waiting for, or what’s missing in our lives that we overlook the blessings God has already placed right in front of us. Welcome back to 3 Minutes with Jesus, a midweek devotional from The Jesus Effect, designed to help you pause, reflect on God’s Word, and refocus your heart on Jesus. In this episode, “The Blessings We Overlook,” we turn to James 1:17, which reminds us: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights…” God’s blessings aren’t always found in the extraordinary moments. Sometimes they’re found in a kind word, a thoughtful friend, an unexpected opportunity, or the quiet assurance that Jesus is walking with us. A blessing doesn’t have to be extraordinary to be meaningful. Here’s your midweek challenge: Look for one blessing today that you might normally overlook. Take a moment to thank God for it, and if that blessing involves another person, let them know how much you appreciate them. Sometimes God’s greatest gifts are the ones we’ve grown so accustomed to that we forget to recognize them. Three minutes. One Scripture. A little midweek encouragement to keep your eyes on Jesus. The Jesus Effect — Encounter Him. Experience Change. TheJesusEffectPodcast.com thejesuseffectpodcast@gmail.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  6. Oct 18

    Jesus - The Most Beautiful Colors

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever stopped to imagine what heaven must look like? The brilliant colors of a sunrise, the beauty of the mountains, the changing leaves of fall, and the breathtaking wonders of creation all remind us of the greatness of our Creator. But if God has made this world so beautiful, can we even begin to imagine what He has prepared for those who love Him? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a personal reflection inspired by attending the for KING + COUNTRY — The Most Beautiful Colours Tour, where the group shared the thought that heaven must have the most beautiful colors. That simple idea leads us into a powerful look at what Scripture reveals about heaven, the new heaven and new earth, and the eternal hope we have through Jesus Christ. Drawing from Revelation 21 and John 14:1–3, we’ll explore the beauty of God’s creation, Jesus’ promise to prepare a place for His followers, and the wonderful day when God will wipe away every tear and there will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain. But here’s the most important reminder: As beautiful as heaven will be, the greatest thing about heaven won’t be what we see. It will be Who we see — Jesus Christ. This episode also challenges us to live each day with eternity in mind, appreciate the beauty God has placed around us, and share the hope of the Gospel with others. Whatever challenges you’re facing today, remember that for those who belong to Christ, our present struggles are not our eternal future. The most beautiful colors are yet to come. And the greatest beauty of all will be spending eternity in the presence of Jesus. Listen today, be encouraged by God’s promises, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder of the hope we have in Christ. Scripture References: Revelation 21:1–4, 18–23; John 14:1–6; Psalm 19:1; Romans 8:18 The Jesus Effect — Encounter Him. Experience Change. TheJesusEffectPodcast.comthejesuseffectpodcast@gmail.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  7. Oct 15

    Jesus in Your Weekend -Don't Let the Little Things Steal Your Joy

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever let one small frustration change your entire day? Maybe someone cuts you off in traffic, a conversation doesn’t go the way you expected, or something simply doesn’t work out as planned. Before you know it, that little frustration has affected your attitude, your peace, and even the way you treat others. But here’s something worth remembering: Don’t give a five-minute frustration the power to steal an entire day of joy. In this week’s Jesus in Your Weekend, Steve McLane shares an encouraging message from Philippians 4:4–7 about finding our joy in Jesus rather than our circumstances. Together, we’ll discover how to: Keep our joy rooted in Jesus, even when life gets frustrating.Respond with patience and gentleness instead of irritation.Turn everyday frustrations into opportunities for prayer.Practice thanksgiving and allow God’s peace to guard our hearts and minds.Focus on what truly matters instead of allowing little things to control our attitude.Your Weekend Challenge: The next time something frustrates you, pause before reacting. Ask yourself, “Is this really worth giving up my peace over?” Then turn to God in prayer and remember something you can be thankful for. Life will always have frustrating moments, but with God’s help, those moments don’t have to determine the direction of our day. Remember: Your joy in Jesus is worth more than the little things trying to distract you from it. Key Scripture: Philippians 4:4–7Supporting Scripture: John 15:11; James 1:19; Philippians 4:8The Jesus Effect Encounter Him – Experience Change.thejesuseffectpodcast.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

  8. Oct 11 ·  Bonus

    3 Minutes with Jesus - Don't Miss Today's Blessings

    Send us Fan Mail Have you stopped today to thank God for the blessings He’s already given you? Sometimes we’re so busy thinking about tomorrow, worrying about what we don’t have, or rushing through our daily routines that we overlook the blessings God has placed right in front of us. Welcome to 3 Minutes with Jesus, a new midweek devotional from The Jesus Effect, designed to help you pause, reflect on God’s Word, and refocus your heart on Jesus. In this first episode, “Don’t Miss Today’s Blessings,” we reflect on Psalm 118:24: “This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.” From family and friendships to the simple gift of another day, God’s goodness is often found in the little things we take for granted. Here’s a thought to carry with you today: “Don’t just count your blessings. Look for ways to be a blessing.” Take a few minutes to recognize God’s goodness, thank Him for His faithfulness, and look for an opportunity to share the love of Jesus with someone else. Three minutes. One Scripture. A little midweek encouragement to keep your eyes on Jesus. The Jesus Effect — Encounter Him. Experience Change. TheJesusEffectPodcast.comthejesuseffectpodcast@gmail.com This episode of The Jesus Effect was written and hosted by me, Steve McLane. If this message touched your heart, please consider sharing it. You can listen to more at thejesuseffectpodcast.com or follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Facebook, and others. Until next time — stay rooted in faith and be the light. And remember, when you encounter Him - you experience change. © 2025 The Jesus Effect Podcast. All rights reserved.

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The Jesus Effect – Encounter Him, Experience Change This podcast is all about what happens when you truly encounter Jesus — how He transforms lives, restores hope, and leads us into purpose. Each episode offers biblical truth, practical encouragement, and real-life application to help you experience spiritual growth, personal transformation, and a deeper walk with Christ. Whether you’re searching for hope, strengthening your faith, or learning what it means to follow Jesus more closely and live the Christian life, you'll find encouragement here. Because when you encounter Him… you will experience change. New episodes to encourage your faith and help you walk daily with Jesus.

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  • Creator
    Stephen McLane
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    165
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Jesus Effect
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