Transformed Episode #226: Fear – When My Faith is Small

Fear is the greatest weapon to those who would stand up against truth and justice.

Welcome to a new series of the Transformed Podcast.

Today we begin to talk about, “Overcoming Faith!” Perhaps you love these words from the old hymn,

 

Faith is the victory! Faith is the victory!


O glorious victory, that overcomes the world.

 

Unfortunately, Jesus tells us that fear is an evidence of a lack of faith.

Fear is crippling … it paralyzes your heart and soul and stops your forward advance at the moment and in life.

In today’s study, Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA explores that all too familiar world of fear and discovers how we can shed the shaking that accompanies it. Let’s join them as we step into a life of courageous, overcoming faith!

 

Christmas Is Right Around the Corner! 

You know, with Christmas right around the corner, you are probably doing what we, at Eagles In Leadership, are doing … planning your Christmas gift list.

This year, let us suggest giving a gift that gives EVERY day of the New Year!

Dr. Smith has written two daily devotionals that cover every day of the coming year … allowing you to give the gift that keeps on giving God’s Word and His encouragement in the lives of your family and friends.

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

In His Image explores God’s great love for humanity from every book of the Bible. From the creation of Genesis to the culmination in Revelation, God’s love shines through every page. Never is this ever clearer than in the times of Israel’s great betrayal of their God. His passionate pursuit of His children can be heard dripping from his voice as He calls them (and us by proxy) back to His shelter and protection.

You can order your copy In His Image or In His Presence from Amazon at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

 

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

 

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Studying James 3:2

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Episode #225 – God is Merciful!

MIGHTY-GOD

 

In the midst of our long road out of our captivity from sin’s grip, God treats us with mercy!

Welcome to the Transformed Podcast.

As we wrap up our study of, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”, Pastor Matthew Lee Smith, reminds the people of Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA that one of the most encouraging aspects of God’s love is we do not deserve His mercy, but He gives it anyway.

Let’s open our Bibles as we seek to understand God’s incredible mercy despite our self-inflicted problems!

 

Would you like to help spread the word?

Share this message: Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you for your consideration!

Dr. Smith’s newest book: If you want to make an impact in your community, county, country or continent, Dr. Smith has written a new book to help you accomplish your dreams!

Gathering Missional Leaders is a guided study that explores the elements necessary to build the habitat that will attract a strong and vibrant coalition of men and women who want to reach their world in their generation!

Gathering Missional Leaders was born as a field manual, a how-to guide to see local churches become training centers where people can learn to “go and make disciples of all nations,” and build a climate in their church where the next generation of mission-minded Christians can come together and thrive.

You can order your copy Gathering Missional Leaders at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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Studying James 3:1

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Episode #224 – God is Faithful!

MIGHTY-GOD

 

When God puts up a “road block” it’s a great time to reevaluate our focus!

 Welcome to the Transformed Podcast.

As we deepen our study of, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”, Pastor Matthew Lee Smith, reminds the people of Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA that sometimes, someone else’s choice has harmful consequences to our lives.

Let’s open our Bibles as we discover how God shapes and molds our character as we learn that He is always faithful to His disciples!

 

Would you like to help spread the word?

Share this message: Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you for your consideration!

Dr. Smith’s newest book: If you want to make an impact in your community, county, country or continent, Dr. Smith has written a new book to help you accomplish your dreams!

Gathering Missional Leaders is a guided study that explores the elements necessary to build the habitat that will attract a strong and vibrant coalition of men and women who want to reach their world in their generation!

Gathering Missional Leaders was born as a field manual, a how-to guide to see local churches become training centers where people can learn to “go and make disciples of all nations,” and build a climate in their church where the next generation of mission-minded Christians can come together and thrive.

You can order your copy Gathering Missional Leaders at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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Transformed Episode #223 – God Gives Guidance!

MIGHTY-GOD

 

When everything falls apart, our only hope is God’s grace, compassion and mercy!

Welcome to the Transformed Podcast.

As we continue to explore, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”, Pastor Matthew Lee Smith, reminds the people of Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA of the words of Jesus, “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. (John 16:33).

Let’s get our Bibles as Pastor Matt shows us that God calls all disciples to follow His shepherd out of danger and into His presence of safety.

 

Would you like to help spread the word?

Share this message: Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you for your consideration!

Dr. Smith’s newest book: If you want to make an impact in your community, county, country or continent, Dr. Smith has written a new book to help you accomplish your dreams!

Gathering Missional Leaders is a guided study that explores the elements necessary to build the habitat that will attract a strong and vibrant coalition of men and women who want to reach their world in their generation!

Gathering Missional Leaders was born as a field manual, a how-to guide to see local churches become training centers where people can learn to “go and make disciples of all nations,” and build a climate in their church where the next generation of mission-minded Christians can come together and thrive.

You can order your copy Gathering Missional Leaders at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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Studying James 2:26

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Episode #222 – God Gives Courage!

MIGHTY-GOD

God’s greatest desire for you is to be courageous before all humanity! 

Welcome to the Transformed Podcast.

As we return to our series, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”, Pastor Matthew Lee Smith, explains to the people of Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA that “encouragement” is just being filled with “courage.”

Let’s join them as we discover how living with the God of courage brings fresh courage on a daily basis!

 

 

Would you like to help spread the word?

Share this message: Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you for your consideration!

Dr. Smith’s newest book: If you want to make an impact in your community, county, country or continent, Dr. Smith has written a new book to help you accomplish your dreams!

Gathering Missional Leaders is a guided study that explores the elements necessary to build the habitat that will attract a strong and vibrant coalition of men and women who want to reach their world in their generation!

Gathering Missional Leaders was born as a field manual, a how-to guide to see local churches become training centers where people can learn to “go and make disciples of all nations,” and build a climate in their church where the next generation of mission-minded Christians can come together and thrive.

You can order your copy Gathering Missional Leaders at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

 

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

 

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Studying James 2:25

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Episode #221: Our God is Trustworthy!

MIGHTY-GOD

 

Nothing is more encouraging than God’s amazing faithfulness to us!

Welcome to the Transformed Podcast.

As we return to our series, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”, Pastor Matthew Lee Smith, explains to the people of Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, CA that as we draw closer to God by following the light of God’s heart, we are able to evaluate His trustworthy character.

Let’s join them as we discover that our hope is built on nothing less than the character and essence of our God!

 

Would you like to help spread the word?

Share this message: Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you for your consideration!

Dr. Smith’s newest book: If you want to make an impact in your community, county, country or continent, Dr. Smith has written a new book to help you accomplish your dreams!

Gathering Missional Leaders is a guided study that explores the elements necessary to build the habitat that will attract a strong and vibrant coalition of men and women who want to reach their world in their generation!

Gathering Missional Leaders was born as a field manual, a how-to guide to see local churches become training centers where people can learn to “go and make disciples of all nations,” and build a climate in their church where the next generation of mission-minded Christians can come together and thrive.

You can order your copy Gathering Missional Leaders at the Eagles In Leadership website by clicking the appropriate link on the right hand side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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