Ordinary Christians-Extraordinary God

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Ordinary People, Extraordinary God is a weekly 10-minute podcast sharing powerful stories of Christians whose lives made an eternal impact — not because they were famous or gifted, but because they trusted a great God. Meet missionaries, pastors, hymn writers, martyrs, and reformers across history. Be encouraged that God delights to use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. Subscribe and be inspired to believe He can use you too.

Episodes

  1. 08. Excerpts from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God"

    Jan 5

    08. Excerpts from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God"

    Last time on Ordinary People, Extraordinary God, we learned about Jonathan Edwards, a man who asked God to “stamp eternity on my eyeballs.” Today, we’re stepping into one of Edward's most powerful sermons: Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God.It was delivered calmly, quietly, yet people wept, clung to the pews, and cried out for mercy — Edwards reminded them of a holy God, a coming judgment, and a grace that rescues sinners through Christ alone. I hope these excerpts encourage you to take a look at the entire sermon You can purchase a full copy of Edward's sermon here: https://amzn.to/3KTJCBB Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    11 min
  2. 07. Jonathan Edwards - He Had Eternity on His Eyeballs

    12/29/2025

    07. Jonathan Edwards - He Had Eternity on His Eyeballs

    Today on Ordinary People, Extraordinary God, the story of a quiet preacher whose words set hearts ablaze. Jonathan Edwards didn’t shout, he didn’t pace, and he didn’t perform. He simply opened the Scriptures, and the Holy Spirit moved. Under his preaching, ordinary towns experienced extraordinary conviction, and a spiritual awakening swept across the American colonies. His prayer was simple: “Lord, stamp eternity on my eyeballs.”And God answered. This is Jonathan Edwards, a mind on fire with the glory of God, and a life that helped spark the Great Awakening. This is an excellent book about Jonathan Edward's if you'd like to find out more - https://amzn.to/4iVwAjQ Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    7 min
  3. 06. Excerpts from Pilgrim's Progress

    12/23/2025

    06. Excerpts from Pilgrim's Progress

    Last time on Ordinary People, Extraordinary God, we told the story of John Bunyan — a man whose faith could not be silenced, and whose time in prison gave us one of the most beloved Christian books in history: The Pilgrim’s Progress. Today, we’re going to step into that story. My hope is that you will be drawn into the story and read Pilgrim's Progress for yourself. Join me for a few minutes today and let Bunyan’s timeless words encourage your own pilgrimage of faith. Purchase a copy The Pilgrim's Progress here - https://amzn.to/4pZHiYL Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    10 min
  4. 05. John Bunyan - I Will Preach Again Tomorrow

    12/22/2025

    05. John Bunyan - I Will Preach Again Tomorrow

    Today on Ordinary People, Extraordinary God , the story of a poor tinker whose suffering became a pulpit and whose prison cell gave birth to a masterpiece. John Bunyan was told to stop preaching the gospel. His answer? “If I am let out today, I will preach again tomorrow.” From the threat of persecution to a cold jail cell, Bunyan discovered that hardship can advance the work of God, not hinder it. And from behind bars, he wrote a book that would circle the globe and point millions toward the Celestial City. This is John Bunyan, and the faith that could not be chained. Find out more about the life of John Bunyan here - https://amzn.to/4q1Lp6H Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    7 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    04. William Tyndale - Morning Star of the Reformation

    Today on Ordinary People, Extraordinary God, the story of a man who risked everything so that even a farm boy guiding a plow could read the very words of God. William Tyndale believed Scripture should belong to every soul in England, not locked away in Latin, but spoken in the language of the people. For that conviction, he was hunted, betrayed, and condemned. Yet his work lit the world with truth, and shaped the Bible we hold in our hands today. This is “God’s Word for the Plowboy.” Find out more about Tyndale here - https://amzn.to/44noeeB Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    10 min

  6. 12/07/2025

    03. Martin Luther - Here I Stand

    Romans 1:17 — “The just shall live by faith.” Martin Luther tried everything religion demanded, penance, ritual, devotion, yet found no peace. But when the truth of Scripture burst into his heart, he discovered the liberating grace of God through faith in Christ alone. This episode follows Luther from a terrified law student to the bold reformer who stood before emperors declaring his conscience captive to God’s Word. His courage helped restore the gospel to the church, place the Bible back into the hands of the people, and ignite a movement that still shapes us today. Like Luther, may we stand firm on the truth, whatever the cost. Find out more about the life of Martin Luther - https://amzn.to/4rUHXMY Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    9 min

  7. 12/07/2025

    02. John Wycliffe - Morning Star of the Reformation

    Psalm 119:130 — “The entrance of Thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.” Long before Luther nailed a thesis or Tyndale printed an English Bible, John Wycliffe dared to declare that Scripture, not the church, was the final authority. In a world plagued by corruption and spiritual darkness, he devoted his life to placing God’s Word into the hands of ordinary people. This episode traces Wycliffe’s courageous stand for biblical truth, his groundbreaking translation of the Bible into English, and the lasting impact of a man whose mission brought light to a nation. His legacy challenges us still: Love the Word. Stand for truth. Let the light shine. You can purchase a book about the life of John Wycliffe here - https://amzn.to/4q6TCXj Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    9 min

  8. 12/07/2025

    01. Polycarp - Faithful Unto Death

    Revelation 2:10 — “Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.” In this episode, we step into the ancient city of Smyrna and meet Polycarp, pastor, disciple of the Apostle John, and a courageous witness for Christ. Facing the demands of Rome to deny Jesus, Polycarp chose faithfulness over fear. His bold declaration, “Eighty and six years have I served Him…”—still echoes through history. Discover how God used this ordinary man to strengthen a persecuted church and how his unwavering devotion calls us to stand firm for Christ today.

    12 min
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Ordinary People, Extraordinary God is a weekly 10-minute podcast sharing powerful stories of Christians whose lives made an eternal impact — not because they were famous or gifted, but because they trusted a great God. Meet missionaries, pastors, hymn writers, martyrs, and reformers across history. Be encouraged that God delights to use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. Subscribe and be inspired to believe He can use you too.

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