Practice The Word

Practice The Word
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Practice the Word is a Christ-centered podcast for people who are ready to stop sitting on the sidelines of faith and start living the Word of God in everyday life. Hosted by believers who love Jesus, serve people, and understand the real-world trials of business, family, ministry, hardship, and obedience, this show is for anyone who feels called to step out of the boat and walk with Christ more deeply. Each episode encourages listeners to read Scripture for themselves, trust the Holy Spirit, serve others with sincerity, and become doers of the Word — not hearers only. Through biblical conversations, personal stories, interviews with Christian leaders, and practical encouragement, Practice the Word exists to point people back to Jesus, remind them that every day is a gift from the Lord, and challenge them to live fully surrendered to Him. Whether you are new to faith, returning to God, wrestling through a difficult season, or ready to go deeper, this podcast is an invitation to get off the fence, open the Bible, and practice the Word.

Episodes

  1. 44m ago

    What does living faith actually look like?

    In this episode of Practice the Word, we continue through James 2 and confront a challenging truth: biblical faith isn’t merely something we say we believe—it changes how we live, how we speak, and how we treat the people around us. James challenges the church on favoritism, mercy, judgment, obedience, and what it really means to love your neighbor as yourself. We connect his teaching to the Old Testament prophets, the Sermon on the Mount, and the words of Jesus to understand why mercy, justice, and action are inseparable from a transformed life. We also tackle one of the biggest questions in James: If we’re saved by faith, why does James say faith without works is dead? Works don’t purchase salvation. They reveal that saving faith is alive. This episode is an invitation to look in the mirror and ask: Is my faith changing what I do? Is it changing how I speak? Am I showing mercy? Am I loving people without expecting anything in return? And most importantly: Is my faith alive? CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to Practice the Word00:20 Continuing Through James Chapter 203:01 God, Wealth & the Poor04:14 Biblical Impartiality and Favoritism05:16 The Royal Law: Love Your Neighbor06:18 What Jesus Taught About the Poor07:02 Love Your Enemies08:15 Judging Others & Examining Yourself08:55 When Churches Reward Insiders09:45 The Prophets, Justice & the Vulnerable12:14 Wealth Doesn’t Determine Human Value13:27 Favoritism Is More Than Bad Manners—It’s Sin14:49 Breaking One Part of the Law15:19 Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment18:04 What Jonah Teaches Us About Mercy19:09 Forgiveness, Repentance & Retaliation20:25 Mercy Doesn’t Eliminate Justice21:15 Jesus on Mercy and Judgment22:29 Religion Without Mercy Is Empty24:10 Micah: Justice, Mercy & Humility25:24 Hosea & Zechariah on Mercy and Obedience26:57 The Mirror, Mouth, Mercy & Partiality Tests29:06 Faith Without Works Is Dead30:18 Does James Contradict Paul?31:03 Can Someone Claim Faith and Still Have Dead Faith?32:17 What Your Hands and Mouth Reveal33:05 Have We Misplaced What We Value?34:17 What Genuine Faith Looks Like35:03 Compassion Must Become Action38:37 The Prophets Wouldn’t Separate Worship From Obedience39:48 Understanding James in Historical Context40:41 Faith, Transformation & Salvation42:49 “Lord, Lord” — What Did Jesus Mean?44:03 Living Faith Produces Fruit45:24 Works Don’t Purchase Salvation46:37 Living Faith Produces Good Works48:16 Using Social Media to Encourage Others51:55 The Danger of Half-Truths53:11 Is “Faith Alone” a Half-Truth?55:28 This Week’s Challenge: Put Faith Into Action57:09 Let Your Faith Do Something58:24 Closing Prayer58:47 Be Doers of the Word THIS WEEK’S CHALLENGE Choose one area where your faith has remained mostly words—maybe forgiveness, generosity, serving, apologizing, encouraging someone, controlling your speech, or making peace. Then take one clear step of obedience. Let your faith do something your mouth cannot take credit for, and let your mouth say something that gives life to someone else. Practice the Word helps everyday believers become everyday doers of the Word through Scripture, stories, and honest conversations about following Jesus with courage, sincerity, and obedience in real life. #PracticeTheWord #James2 #FaithWithoutWorks #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ChristianFaith #BookOfJames #LivingFaith #JesusChrist #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #Mercy #LoveYourNeighbor #DoersOfTheWord

  2. 3d ago

    What happens when you hear the Word of God—but walk away unchanged?

    In this episode of Practice the Word, we continue through James 1 and begin James 2, exploring one of the central themes of the entire book: Don’t just hear the Word. Do what it says. James compares God’s Word to a mirror. It reveals what’s really there—not who we pretend to be, but who we actually are. The question is what happens after we see the reflection. Do we walk away and forget, or allow what God reveals to change the way we live? We explore what genuine faith looks like in everyday life: controlling our words, caring for vulnerable people, resisting the patterns of the world, and treating others according to their God-given value rather than their status, wealth, influence, or appearance. The conversation also turns to social media, where controlling the tongue has become controlling the thumbs. What do our comments, arguments, and reactions reveal about what’s happening in our hearts? Then we move into James 2 and confront favoritism. Why does James treat partiality so seriously? Because when we assign greater value to someone because of what they have—or what they might be able to do for us—we begin measuring people by the world’s standards instead of God’s. The challenge isn’t simply to know more Scripture. It’s to obey what Scripture reveals. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to Practice the Word00:21 You Have a Calling in God’s Kingdom01:11 Books, Testimony & Prison Ministry02:44 Opening Prayer04:25 James 1:22 — Be Doers of the Word05:07 God’s Word Is a Mirror06:24 Hearing the Word but Walking Away Unchanged07:04 Forgetfulness or Self-Deception?08:30 Hearing Requires a Response09:09 The Mirror Shows Who We Really Are10:23 Proverbs and the Danger of Self-Deception11:55 Build Your House on the Rock13:18 Hearing Jesus vs. Obeying Jesus14:44 James 1:26–27 — What Does Genuine Faith Look Like?15:44 Controlling Your Tongue—and Your Thumbs17:57 What Your Words Reveal About Your Heart19:31 Three Practical Tests of Genuine Faith21:31 Does Your Speech Reflect Christ?22:23 What Does It Mean to Rein In Your Tongue?24:18 Public Faith vs. Private Character25:03 Life and Death Are in the Power of the Tongue26:19 Caring for the Vulnerable28:57 Compassion, Discernment & Avoiding Scams31:04 A Story of Serving Children in Foster Care32:04 The Prophets on Justice and Compassion33:28 Loving God Means Loving People35:12 Give Without Seeking Applause36:16 Seeing People the Way God Sees Them36:48 Lessons From Prison Ministry37:50 Engage the World Without Becoming Like It39:53 Why Social Media Arguments Don’t Work40:36 The Ripple Effect of Sin42:13 The First Adam and the Second Adam42:46 The Lasting Power of Our Words43:48 Church Hurt, Self-Examination & Refilling Your Cup44:41 James 2 — Favoritism Forbidden45:05 The Rich Man and the Poor Man46:14 Has the Church Become Too Focused on Money?47:20 The Glory of Christ vs. Human Wealth48:03 Favoritism Inside the Family50:23 The Homeless Man Who Was Actually the Pastor51:24 Favoritism in the Early Church52:23 Judging Someone Before Hearing Their Story52:46 The Glory of Christ vs. the Glitter of People53:41 When Church Becomes Self-Improvement58:01 The Selfish Root of Favoritism58:38 This Week’s Challenge59:11 Who Have You Overlooked?1:00:04 Bless Someone Who Cannot Repay You1:00:27 Put Your Faith Into Action THIS WEEK’S CHALLENGE Read James 1:22 through James 2:13. Read it more than once. Underline it. Pray through it. Then ask God to show you one person you’ve overlooked, judged, avoided, or quietly placed beneath yourself. Do something tangible. Call them. Encourage them. Serve them. Give to them. Invite them in. Extend mercy. And don’t only look for someone who can bless you. Look for someone you can bless who may never be able to repay you. The mirror has done its job when it shows us what needs to change. We become doers when we refuse to walk away unchanged. Practice the Word helps everyday believers become everyday doers of the Word through Scripture, stories, and honest conversations about following Jesus with courage, sincerity, and obedience in real life. #PracticeTheWord #BookOfJames #James1 #James2 #DoersOfTheWord #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #BibleTeaching #JesusChrist #Favoritism #LoveYourNeighbor #ChristianFaith #BiblicalTruth

  3. Jul 24

    What Does It Mean to Be a Doer of God’s Word? | James 1:22 (Part 2)

    What does genuine faith actually look like? In Part 2 of this conversation on James 1:22, Bryan, Veneta, and Brian Jarman continue exploring what it means to be doers of the Word and not hearers only. The discussion moves from Jonah’s reluctant obedience to the importance of prayer, repentance, church community, mentorship, and the work of the Holy Spirit. They also address church hurt, raising children in the faith, spiritual disciplines, and how ordinary believers can begin living out biblical obedience one step at a time. If you’ve struggled with spiritual consistency, church wounds, or simply want to deepen your walk with Christ, this episode offers practical encouragement rooted in Scripture. Chapters 00:00 Introduction00:00:35 Jonah’s Reluctant Obedience00:01:15 Repentance Changes Everything00:02:25 The Sovereignty of God00:03:25 James 1:19–25 in Context00:04:20 Hearing the Word vs. Doing the Word00:05:10 Seeing People the Way Jesus Does00:06:15 Obedience in Business and Daily Life00:08:15 Success vs. Humility00:10:25 Why People Matter More Than Achievement00:11:00 The Power of Mentorship00:12:30 Loving God and Loving Your Neighbor00:13:35 You Don’t Have to Know Everything to Serve God00:15:10 Becoming a Doer One Step at a Time00:16:00 The Mirror of God’s Word00:17:30 The Sermon on the Mount and James 100:19:00 Building Your Life on the Rock00:21:15 Healing from Church Hurt00:24:00 Finding a Healthy Church Community00:25:20 The Holy Spirit Is Your Comforter00:26:00 Encouragement for Single Parents00:29:45 Faith Produces Fruit00:31:30 What If Every Christian Lived James 1:22?00:32:00 Why Prayer Changes Everything00:34:00 A Church That Lives the Gospel00:36:30 Why Repentance Still Matters00:37:40 What Repentance Really Means00:40:20 The Importance of Godly Mentors00:42:15 Men, Prayer & Spiritual Leadership00:43:10 Why Christians Struggle to Pray00:45:00 How to Begin a Prayer Life00:47:15 Growing Through the Holy Spirit00:49:00 Developing Spiritual Discipline00:53:30 Living a Life That Bears Fruit00:55:20 Closing Prayer Being a Christian is more than believing the right things—it’s allowing God’s Word to transform how we live every day. If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe for more Bible-centered conversations that challenge and equip believers to faithfully follow Jesus. #PracticeTheWord #James122 #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #FaithInAction

    What Does It Mean to Be a Doer of God’s Word? | James 1:22 (Part 2)

  4. Jul 21

    Are You Deceiving Yourself? James 1:22 Challenges Every Christian (Part One)

    What does it really mean to be a doer of God’s Word? In the very first episode of Practice the Word, hosts Bryan, Veneta, and Brian Jarman explore one of the most convicting verses in Scripture: James 1:22. Together they discuss why so many people identify as Christians but struggle to live out their faith, how James himself went from doubting Jesus to leading the early church, and what practical obedience looks like for believers today. They also talk about the role of the Holy Spirit, overcoming fear, spiritual disciplines like prayer and fasting, sharing your testimony, and why Christianity is meant to be practiced—not simply believed. If you’ve ever wondered why your faith feels stagnant, or you’re looking for practical encouragement to walk more closely with Christ, this conversation is for you. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Practice the Word00:00:26 Why We Started This Podcast00:01:20 Opening Prayer00:02:10 Meet Bryan, Veneta & Bryan Jarman00:02:35 James 1:22 — Be Doers of the Word00:02:50 Barna Research: The Disconnect in Christianity00:03:46 James, the Brother of Jesus00:05:00 Why James’ Story Matters Today00:08:20 From Hearing to Obedience00:10:40 The Danger of Self-Deception00:12:05 Why Christians Struggle to Live Their Faith00:13:40 Fear, Comfort & Spiritual Growth00:16:20 The Importance of Daily Prayer00:17:45 What Does “Be a Doer” Actually Mean?00:20:25 Applying Scripture Beyond Sunday00:22:00 Humility Before God00:23:30 Prayer, Fasting & Spiritual Disciplines00:24:55 The Holy Spirit Is Your Helper00:30:35 Practical Ways to Practice the Word00:32:40 Learning from Abraham, Moses & David00:34:10 Why Your Testimony Matters00:35:40 Prison Ministry & Real Transformation00:38:20 Are You a Doer of the Word or the World?00:42:00 Jacob Slavin’s Powerful Christian Witness00:44:40 Ministering to the Homeless00:50:20 Practical Ways to Become a Doer of the Word00:52:10 Knowledge vs. Obedience00:53:30 God’s Word Is Meant to Transform You If this conversation encouraged you, consider subscribing and sharing this episode with someone who wants to grow deeper in their walk with Christ. #PracticeTheWord #James122 #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #FaithInAction

    Are You Deceiving Yourself? James 1:22 Challenges Every Christian (Part One)

  5. Jul 2

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    Practice the Word is a Christ-centered podcast for people who are ready to stop sitting on the sidelines of faith and start living the Word of God in everyday life. Hosted by believers who love Jesus, serve people, and understand the real-world trials of business, family, ministry, hardship, and obedience, this show is for anyone who feels called to step out of the boat and walk with Christ more deeply. Each episode encourages listeners to read Scripture for themselves, trust the Holy Spirit, serve others with sincerity, and become doers of the Word — not hearers only. Through biblical conversations, personal stories, interviews with Christian leaders, and practical encouragement, Practice the Word exists to point people back to Jesus, remind them that every day is a gift from the Lord, and challenge them to live fully surrendered to Him. Whether you are new to faith, returning to God, wrestling through a difficult season, or ready to go deeper, this podcast is an invitation to get off the fence, open the Bible, and practice the Word.

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Practice the Word is a Christ-centered podcast for people who are ready to stop sitting on the sidelines of faith and start living the Word of God in everyday life. Hosted by believers who love Jesus, serve people, and understand the real-world trials of business, family, ministry, hardship, and obedience, this show is for anyone who feels called to step out of the boat and walk with Christ more deeply. Each episode encourages listeners to read Scripture for themselves, trust the Holy Spirit, serve others with sincerity, and become doers of the Word — not hearers only. Through biblical conversations, personal stories, interviews with Christian leaders, and practical encouragement, Practice the Word exists to point people back to Jesus, remind them that every day is a gift from the Lord, and challenge them to live fully surrendered to Him. Whether you are new to faith, returning to God, wrestling through a difficult season, or ready to go deeper, this podcast is an invitation to get off the fence, open the Bible, and practice the Word.

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  • Creator
    Practice The Word
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©2026 Practice The Word