Season 2 is finally here!

In this episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22

Encouragement, Outdoing one another in love, Being joyful, Praying continually, Being thankful, testing prophesy.

In the season finale of Better Word, I discuss two of my biggest struggles. One, addiction to pornography which I though was the biggest struggle of my life, and another that was layered deeper and even more rooted into who I am, Pride.

We will look at Matthew 6:31-34 as a way to expose what we have our eyes fixed on, and what we are seeking. Do we seek His kingdom or our desires?

I just want to thank you all for walking with me through this season. Your love, prayers, kind words, and the fact that you keep listening week after week means more than you’ll ever know. I pray that each of you will develop a deep hunger for the word of God and that any part of my story that resonates with yours will encourage you and strengthen you to keep taking steps toward Jesus every day.

Have you ever had one of those weeks—or even seasons—where fear or anxiety feels like the only emotion you can access? Like it’s your default setting, the first thing you feel when you wake up and the last thing you carry to bed?

Me too.

So in today’s episode, we’re going to break down Psalm 27:1–4 together and explore a few key truths:

• How God’s light and salvation change everything about how we face fear

• The confidence that comes when we trust His character more than our circumstances

• And the hope of what’s ahead—the “one thing” worth chasing above all else

Whether you’re feeling strong in your faith or barely hanging on, my hope is that there’s something here for you. Something that reminds you that you’re not alone. Something that helps you breathe a little deeper. Something that points you back to the One who is your light, your salvation, and your stronghold.

Title: Sin’s Power Is Broken: Walking in Freedom (Romans 5:20–6:7) Keywords: Romans 6, freedom from sin, grace and obedience, Christian transformation, spiritual disciplines, overcoming temptation, new life in Christ, sin and consequences, Christian accountability, renewing your mind

Description: In Episode 10 of Better Word, we dive into Romans 5:20–6:7 to discover what it means to be truly free from the power of sin. While God’s grace is abundant, Paul reminds us that it’s not a license to keep sinning—it’s a call to live differently. This episode explores the mindset shift required to walk in freedom, the consequences of sin even when forgiven, and the spiritual disciplines that help us live as new creations. With honest stories, biblical truth, and practical steps—including the importance of prayer, service, and “burning the ships”—this episode equips you to live a life of surrender, purpose, and lasting transformation.

Title: Crucified with Christ: Letting Go of Legalism (Galatians 2:17–21) Keywords: Galatians 2:20, crucified with Christ, grace vs. law, legalism in Christianity, justification by faith, Christian identity, freedom in Christ, Paul and Peter, spiritual transformation, new creation

Description: In Episode 9 of Better Word, we explore Galatians 2:17–21 and the powerful truth that we have been crucified with Christ. This episode unpacks Paul’s confrontation with Peter, the danger of legalism, and the freedom that comes from living by faith—not by works. Through personal reflection and biblical insight, we examine how performance-based religion distorts the gospel and how true transformation begins when we surrender our striving. If you’ve ever wrestled with guilt, perfectionism, or the pressure to earn God’s love, this episode will help you embrace your identity as a new creation in Christ and walk in the grace that sets you free.

In this episode we unpack how true love for God isn't about checking boxes or following religious rituals. It's about relationship, surrender, and trust. We saw how Saul's disobedience revealed that God desires our hearts, not just our sacrifices. And we wrestled with the reality that sometimes loving God means choosing faith over comfort, obedience over certainty, and surrender over control.

In this episode we wrestle with trusting God beyond reason. We discuss how Proverbs 3:5-6 calls us to lean not on our own understanding, but instead urges us to rest fully in Him, even when logic dictates otherwise. We explored how human reasoning can sometimes block obedience, how biblical figures like Abraham, Noah, and Joshua trusted God despite uncertainty. We explore some practical steps to leaning into the Holy Spirit - Learning to pray without demanding control, using scripture to discern His leading, surrendering without overanalyzing, leaning into wise counsel, and waiting patiently instead of panicking.

Living a life of forgiveness doesn’t happen by accident—it’s a choice. And that choice is often tied to something deeper: the call to deny ourselves in order to fully follow Jesus.

That’s where Luke 9:23-27 challenges us. Jesus tells the crowd that whoever wants to be His disciple must let go of their comfortable, self-focused life and instead reach for something greater. It’s a hard choice—but it leads to the most transformative relationship we could ever have.

In this episode, we’re diving into three essential questions:

🔹 What does it mean to deny ourselves? – Our culture urges us to chase comfort, prioritize self, and find fulfillment in temporary things. But Jesus offers something far greater—eternal life. What does it look like to embrace that?

🔹 Why is surrender worth it? – Setting aside our desires, comforts, and agendas may seem extreme, but following Jesus leads to a deeper purpose and lasting joy. What makes this path worth choosing?

🔹 How do we learn to deny ourselves? – This isn’t just about a one-time decision—it’s a daily practice. How do we step into surrender in a way that draws us closer to Jesus?

If you’ve ever wrestled with personal desires, if denying yourself feels like an uphill battle, or if you’ve asked, Why should I follow Jesus anyway?—this episode is for you.

So grab your Bible, your favorite drink, and an open heart—let’s go Beyond the Flesh together.

#BetterWordPodcast #TrueSurrender #FollowingJesus Tune in and let’s explore this together.