Josh Ott's Podcast

Joshua Ott

Joshua Ott from Grace Free Church in Cressona, Pennsylvania. #schuylkillcounty #youarelovedhere #gracefreechurch

  1. APR 19

    About That Apology You’ve Been Avoiding (How Not To Ruin Everything)

    Jesus teaches in Matthew 5 that making things right with people is so important that it should come before even our acts of worship. The problem is, most of us don’t really apologize—we defend, deflect, or soften the landing with excuses. Real change happens when we stop protecting our pride and take full ownership of our actions. This is the clear path: own it, say it, feel it, change it, go to the person, and make it right. It’s not easy—it costs pride and comfort—but it opens the door to healing, freedom, and stronger relationships with both people and God.

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  2. APR 12

    The Real Problem Isn’t Them (How Not To Ruin Everything)

    One of the biggest relationship killers is our inability to see our own part in the problem. Stop focusing so much on what other people are doing wrong and start honestly looking at ourselves. The truth is, we all have blind spots—patterns, habits, and attitudes that quietly damage our relationships if left unchecked. Real change doesn’t start when someone else finally gets it together; it starts when we let God search our hearts, show us what needs to change, and give us the humility to own our part. You may not be able to change other people, but you can let God change you—and that can change everything.

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  3. APR 5

    Right Here Is Where You Start Again (Right Here Is Where You Start Again (Easter Sunday))

    Easter is deeply personal. Mary Magdalene arrives at the tomb overwhelmed by grief, confusion, and pain—so consumed by what she’s lost that she can’t even recognize hope standing right in front of her. But when Jesus simply speaks her name, everything changes. Resurrection is not just a theological idea; it’s a personal invitation from a God who knows us, pursues us, and offers new life. No matter what pain, anxiety, shame, or brokenness someone is carrying, the empty tomb means their story is not over. Hope is available, and starting again is as simple as turning toward Jesus.

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  4. MAR 22

    Cursed But Covered (The Lie We Still Believe)

    Sin breaks everything, and the pain we experience isn’t random—it’s connected to humanity’s choice to live apart from God. But right in the middle of that brokenness, something powerful shows up—grace. From the very beginning, God doesn’t just explain the consequences; He provides a covering and points forward to Jesus, who ultimately defeats sin and restores us. Yes, the world is broken, but we are not left uncovered—God has already made a way back.

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  5. MAR 15

    How Did I Get Here? (The Lie We Still Believe)

    God asks Adam and Eve two powerful questions after their failure: “Who told you that?” and “Did you eat from the tree?” These aren’t questions meant to shame them—they’re an invitation to pause, rewind the tape, and understand how they got there. The same thing happens in our lives. We start believing lies about ourselves, about God, or about our worth, and those lies slowly shape the choices we make. God’s questions lead us toward two healthy responses: recognizing where those lies came from and taking honest ownership of our decisions. When we stop blaming others and bring our failures to God, we discover something surprising—He already knows everything about us and still meets us with grace, forgiveness, and the chance for a fresh start.

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  6. MAR 1

    Well...that escalated quickly. (The Lie We Still Believe)

    Temptation rarely shows up loud and obvious—it starts subtle and escalates fast. The serpent doesn’t just offer fruit; he offers autonomy, control, and the illusion that we can be our own god. And just like that burning bush story gone wrong, what seems small can spiral quickly. Sin always promises more than it delivers and costs more than we expect. At the core, this is about identity and trust—forgetting who God is and who we already are in Him. Every day we face two voices and two choices: life or death, control or surrender. The invitation is simple but powerful—step off the throne of your own life and let God be God again.

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  7. FEB 22

    The Lie That Starts Small (The Lie We Still Believe)

    Small compromises rarely feel dangerous in the moment. It’s “just a” little bitterness, just a little scrolling, just a little secret, just a little drift. But spiritual and personal blow-ups don’t start with dramatic decisions—they start with subtle ones. The enemy rarely attacks head-on; he whispers, twists what’s good into something restrictive, and slowly blurs what used to feel clear. That quiet drift creates a predictable path toward brokenness. But the story doesn’t end there. From the very first crack, God has been offering a way back, and the path forward begins by anchoring yourself in truth, trusting God’s goodness, and choosing His voice over the one that only steals.

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  8. FEB 8

    Joy in the Community (Joy in the Dirt)

    Real joy is almost always tied to relationships. While happiness comes and goes with circumstances, joy is deeper and steadier, even when life is hard. Isolation slowly drains us, while meaningful connection gives purpose, strength, and protection. We weren’t designed to do life alone, and God often works in us through other people. Whether you’re introverted or extroverted, busy or burned out, joy grows best when we stay connected and let others walk with us.

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Joshua Ott from Grace Free Church in Cressona, Pennsylvania. #schuylkillcounty #youarelovedhere #gracefreechurch

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  • Creator
    Joshua Ott
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    236
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2020 Grace Free Church
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