The Change: Cultivating the Difference Jesus Makes.

Ryan Rogers
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Join us as we laugh, learn, and lean into God's word and explore the difference Jesus makes in everyday life. 

Episodes

  1. May 4

    Faith on Mission: Everyday Ways to Share Jesus

    Welcome to The Change, cultivating the difference Jesus makes. In this episode the staff of First Baptist Gordonsville reconnect after Easter and dive into what it means to live faith on mission where you are. They discuss biblical foundations like the Great Commission and examples from Jesus (Zacchaeus, the woman at the well), the power and promptings of the Holy Spirit (Acts, Philip and the Ethiopian), and the importance of obedience over results. The conversation includes honest personal stories about missed opportunities, practical everyday ways to start gospel conversations, guarding your testimony, setting healthy boundaries when building relationships with non-believers, and relying on God rather than fear or performance. Listeners will hear encouraging application: be faithful, cultivate consistent Bible study and prayer, let the Holy Spirit prompt you, and begin with simple testimony-sharing. The hosts close by reminding listeners that success in evangelism is obedience and faithfulness — so "stay salty."

  2. Mar 2

    How Music Shapes the Christian Walk

    Welcome to The Change, cultivating the difference Jesus makes. In this mountain‑retreat episode Brother Ryan sits down with worship pastor Jason Ligon, youth leader AJ, and Brother Brandon to explore the role of music in a believer’s spiritual walk. Topics include personal walk‑up songs, Scripture on singing (Psalms, Colossians, Revelation), how music shapes belief and emotion, the importance of sound doctrine in lyrics, music’s power in hardship (dementia, grief), and practical ministry tips for youth and congregational worship. Key takeaways: worship must be Christ‑centered, heartfelt, and doctrinally faithful; music prepares hearts for Scripture; try practical steps like a 30‑day Christian music challenge; and let songs drive you deeper into God’s Word. Episode closes with Colossians 3:16 and a prayer.

  3. Jan 26

    Finding God's Will: Faith Over Fear

    On this episode of The Change, host Bro. Ryan and the team return from the holiday break to tackle the big question: How do you find God’s will? Through candid conversation and scripture, they unpack what it really means to seek God—moving beyond fear and step-by-step checklists to a relationship shaped by obedience, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. Topics include practical guidance from Proverbs 3:5–6, Ephesians 2:10, James 4:8 and 1 Kings 19; common myths (is God hiding His will, do you need a dramatic sign, or does God only speak to certain people?); the role of Scripture, prayer and the Spirit in discernment; and how small acts of faith and using your gifts cultivate clarity. The hosts share personal stories, ministerial insights, and pastoral encouragement about timing, testing, and staying faithful in the small things. Listeners will leave encouraged to trust God’s presence over perfection, to use scripture and prayer as their roadmap, to obey in the little things, and to take faithful steps without paralyzing anxiety over making the “wrong” choice.

  4. Jan 19

    Philippians 1 Devotion #2

    In this mini episode of The Change, Brother Ryan leads a short devotional through Philippians 1:12–26, reading the passage and reflecting on Paul’s witness from house arrest. Listeners will hear the Scripture, a brief exposition, and a prayer. Topics covered include how Paul’s chains furthered the gospel, the reaction of the palace guard and fellow believers, the tension between life and death in Paul’s famous line “for me to live is Christ, to die is gain,” and the call to view obstacles as opportunities to magnify Jesus. Key takeaways: practical encouragement to let trials become gospel opportunities, to live in a way that magnifies Christ, and to trust God’s purpose in hardship.

  5. 12/29/2025

    Top 10 Ways to Grow Your Faith in 2026 — Start With One Bold Step

    Join Brother Ryan with guests Brother Brandon Patten and Brother AJ Cripps as they continue their countdown of the top 10 ways to grow your faith in 2026. In this episode they pick up at number five and walk through practical habits to deepen your relationship with Jesus. Topics include committing a year to a deep study of one book of the Bible (recommendations: John, James, Psalms), suggested resources and commentaries (Blue Letter Bible, Bible Hub, Warren Wiersbe, J. Vernon McGee, Adrian Rogers), cultivating worship outside Sunday mornings, setting aside quiet time to hear God, and weekly faith conversations with others. The hosts emphasize taking a step of faith to serve in a new way, applying Scripture to daily life, and making worship a 24/7 lifestyle. Expect encouragement, relatable stories, humor, Scripture references, and a closing prayer calling listeners to take up their cross and follow Jesus.

  6. 12/22/2025

    Top 10 Faith Boosters for 2026 — Numbers 10–6 You Can't Miss

    Welcome to The Change, cultivating the difference Jesus makes. In this episode hosts AJ, Brandon, and Ryan (with guest moments from the team) share a lighthearted holiday conversation before diving into a two-part Top 10 list of practical ways to grow your faith in 2026. Topics covered in this installment (numbers 10–6) include beginning prayer times with thanksgiving (Psalm 100; Philippians 4:6–7), journaling prayers and sermon notes to track God’s work, practicing praying in the moment, filling your life with uplifting media and relationships (Philippians 4:8; Acts 16), and writing and sharing your testimony as an ongoing story of growth. Hosts connect these practices to real-life ministry and youth ministry stories, personal examples, and biblical encouragements.

  7. 12/08/2025

    Philippians Devotional #1

    Brother Ryan introduces a new devotional mini-series through the book of Philippians, exploring how Paul’s identity as a bondservant of Jesus produced joy even from a Roman prison. This episode focuses on Philippians 1:1–11 and highlights three marks of surrendered Christian living: a thankful heart, an encouraging heart, and a loving heart. Topics covered include Paul’s example of surrender, the role of fellowship in the gospel, practical applications for encouraging and loving fellow believers, and questions for personal reflection: Have you truly surrendered? Are you thankful, encouraging, and loving toward other Christians? Expect a short, heartfelt devotional from host Brother Ryan with scriptural insights, practical takeaways, and a call to cultivate the difference Jesus makes in daily life.

  8. 11/30/2025

    The Change Episode 1: What Is a Disciple? The Cost of Following Jesus

    Join Brother Ryan with Pastor Brandon Patton, Youth Leader AJ Crips, and staff from First Baptist Church Gordonsville as they launch The Change, Cultivating the Difference Jesus Makes. In this episode they define what a disciple is, contrast cultural Christianity with biblical discipleship, and share honest personal testimonies about conversion, struggle, and surrender. Topics include the cost of discipleship, practical steps to grow in faith, the difference between following Jesus and mere church attendance, and how Scripture shapes true transformation. Expect storytelling, biblical reflection (including Luke 9:23 and Matthew 16:24), and encouragement to take tangible steps toward spiritual growth. Listeners will hear real-life examples from the hosts, hear why discipleship matters eternally, and receive simple application: open hands to be molded by God, daily steps of faith, and the invitation to follow Christ.

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