Jesus didn't begin His ministry by searching for the most impressive, educated, or religious people He could find.

He walked up to ordinary fishermen and said two words:

“Follow me.”

And they dropped their nets.

In Episode 14 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry continue through Matthew 4 as Jesus emerges from the wilderness, begins His public ministry, and calls His first disciples.

This passage marks a major turning point in the Gospel of Matthew.

Jesus begins preaching:

“Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.”

Matthew describes people who had been sitting in darkness suddenly seeing a great light.

Then Jesus walks along the Sea of Galilee and encounters Simon Peter and Andrew.

They're fishermen.

They're working.

They're living their ordinary lives.

Jesus calls out:

“Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!”

And Matthew tells us something incredible:

“They left their nets at once and followed him.”

A little farther down the shore, Jesus calls James and John.

They leave their boat—and even their father—and follow Him.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The beginning of Jesus' public ministry
• What it means that Jesus brought light into a place of darkness
• Why Jesus called ordinary people to become His disciples
• The immediate obedience of Peter, Andrew, James, and John
• What the fishermen's nets represented: livelihood, security, routine, and identity
• Why following Jesus comes before serving Jesus
• The danger of becoming so busy doing things for God that we neglect simply being with God
• Why you don't have to have everything figured out before following Jesus
• How Jesus takes ordinary people and teaches them along the way
• Why reading Scripture for ourselves matters
• The difference between simply attending church and actually following Christ
• Why the Church's mission has to reach beyond the walls of a building
• Sharing Jesus through everyday conversations
• How quickly news about Jesus spread without social media, phones, or modern technology
• What it means for Christians today to become “fishers of people”

One of the most important things Jesus says in this passage is what He doesn't say.

He doesn't tell these men:

Learn everything first.

Fix yourself first.

Become religious enough first.

Figure out exactly how you're going to serve Me first.

He simply says:

“Follow me.”

Then comes the promise:

“I will show you…”

That's an important distinction.

The relationship comes before the assignment.

Sometimes we become so focused on serving Jesus, working in ministry, attending church, volunteering, or doing “Christian things” that we can forget the most important part:

Being with Jesus.

Before Peter could preach…

Before the disciples could build the early Church…

Before they could become fishers of people…

They first had to follow.

And Jesus still calls ordinary people today.

You don't need a theology degree.

You don't need to know every answer.

You don't have to clean everything up before you come.

You don't even have to know exactly where following Him will lead.

Start by following Jesus.

He'll teach you along the way.

This passage also challenges us to look beyond the walls of our churches.

News about Jesus began spreading throughout the region because people talked about what they had seen and heard.

No social media.

No livestream.

No advertising campaign.

People simply told people about Jesus.

What could happen if Christians began doing the same thing everywhere we went?

At work.

At the grocery store.

At the gym.

Around the dinner table.

With the person who's hurting.

With the person who's searching.

There are still people sitting in darkness.

And Jesus is still the Light.

Open your Bible to Matthew 4:12–25 and join us as we talk about obedience, discipleship, sharing the Gospel, leaving our nets behind, and what it really means when Jesus says:

“Follow me.”

Scripture Focus: Matthew 4:12–25
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King.

Remember Who The King Is.

For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

What do you do when following God leads you straight into the wilderness?

Immediately after Jesus is baptized and the Father declares, “This is my dearly loved Son,” Matthew 4 tells us something we might not expect:

Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness.

For 40 days and 40 nights, Jesus fasts. He's hungry. He's physically weak. He's alone.

And then Satan comes.

In Episode 13 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry walk through the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4 and uncover some powerful lessons about temptation, suffering, spiritual warfare, Scripture, and what it actually looks like to remain faithful when life gets hard.

Satan tempts Jesus three different times.

Turn these stones into bread.

Throw Yourself from the temple.

Bow down and I'll give You the kingdoms of the world.

But each time Jesus responds the same way:

With the Word of God.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why Jesus was led into the wilderness immediately after His baptism
• The significance of Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness
• Why following God doesn't guarantee an easy life
• What Jesus' temptation teaches us about our own temptations
• How Satan attacks when we're vulnerable
• Why Jesus responded to Satan with Scripture
• The importance of knowing God's Word before the battle comes
• Why Christians shouldn't be surprised by trials and hardship
• The danger of assuming suffering means someone has done something wrong
• Job, suffering, and remaining faithful when life doesn't make sense
• Why prosperity-gospel teaching doesn't match what we see in the life of Jesus
• How Satan can twist Scripture for his own purposes
• The "bait and switch" of temptation
• Why we need compassion instead of judgment when someone is walking through a difficult season
• How God can use other believers to surround and care for people who are suffering
• Why preparation matters in spiritual warfare

One of the most powerful details in this passage is how Jesus fights back.

He doesn't negotiate with Satan.

He doesn't depend on emotion.

He doesn't rely on His circumstances.

He goes back to what God has already said.

Again and again:

“The Scriptures say…”

That should challenge every one of us.

Because temptation rarely announces itself ahead of time.

Hardship doesn't wait until we're prepared.

The wilderness can come when we least expect it.

And when it does, what are we going to stand on?

If we don't know God's Word, how will we recognize when truth is being twisted? If our faith is built only on good circumstances, what happens when those circumstances fall apart?

Jesus shows us a better way.

And this passage also destroys the idea that following God means everything in life will become easy.

Jesus was perfectly obedient—and still entered the wilderness.

Jesus was completely within the will of God—and still suffered.

Jesus was the Son of God—and Satan still came after Him.

So maybe the wilderness you're walking through isn't evidence that God has abandoned you.

And when someone else is suffering, maybe our first response shouldn't be judgment or trying to figure out what they did wrong.

Maybe our response should be to come alongside them.

At the end of Jesus' temptation, Matthew tells us:

“Then the devil went away, and angels came and took care of Jesus.”

There are people around us walking through their own wilderness right now.

Maybe God is calling us to be the ones who show up.

Open your Bible to Matthew 4:1–11 and join us for an honest conversation about temptation, suffering, spiritual warfare, standing on Scripture, and trusting God when life leads us into the wilderness.

Scripture Focus: Matthew 4:1–11
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King.

Remember Who The King Is.

For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

What if following Jesus was never meant to be something we simply add to our schedule?

What if our everyday life is actually our mission field?

In Episode 12 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry continue through the Gospel of Matthew, beginning in Matthew 2:19 and moving through Matthew 3.

Herod is dead. Joseph is once again directed by God, and Jesus and His family eventually settle in Nazareth. Then the story suddenly moves forward, and we meet one of the most fascinating people in Scripture:

John the Baptist.

John didn't look like the religious leaders of his day. He wasn't concerned with comfort, appearances, popularity, or building something around his own name.

He had one mission:

Prepare the way for Jesus.

And that leads to a conversation that goes far beyond John the Baptist.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Joseph's continued obedience to God's direction
• Why Jesus growing up in Nazareth matters
• The unusual life and ministry of John the Baptist
• John's incredible humility and willingness to point people away from himself and toward Jesus
• What genuine repentance looks like
• Why John boldly confronted the Pharisees and Sadducees
• The danger of ministry becoming more about us than Christ
• Why preparation and seasons of obscurity matter
• Seeing your workplace, family, friendships, hobbies, and daily routine as your mission field
• Why you don't have to be a pastor to minister to someone
• Sharing Jesus even when you don't know exactly what to say
• Making Scripture, prayer, and time with God a priority instead of an afterthought
• The importance of disconnecting from the noise around us
• Jesus' baptism and the incredible moment when the Father declares, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.”

One of the biggest ideas from this conversation is simple:

Stop waiting for “one day.”

One day I'll serve.

One day I'll tell that person about Jesus.

One day I'll start reading my Bible.

One day I'll pray more.

One day I'll get serious about my relationship with God.

But James reminds us that our lives are like a vapor—here for a little while and then gone.

Your ministry doesn't have to begin someday.

Your life is your ministry.

The person you work beside can be your mission field. The conversation at the grocery store can be your mission field. Your family can be your mission field. Your hobbies, friendships, workplace, neighborhood, and ordinary daily routine can all become opportunities to point someone toward Christ.

You don't have to have all the answers.

You don't have to say everything perfectly.

You simply have to be willing.

John the Baptist understood something we desperately need to remember:

It was never about making his name greater. It was about preparing people for Jesus.

So open your Bible and join us in Matthew 2:19–23 and Matthew 3 as we talk about John the Baptist, Jesus' baptism, finding purpose in everyday life, and what it really means to prepare the way for the King.

Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King.

Remember Who The King Is.

For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

The wise men. The star. Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Matthew 2 contains some of the most familiar pieces of the Christmas story—but when you slow down and really read what happened, this chapter is about much more than wise men bringing gifts to Jesus.

It’s a story about two kings—and only one of them is truly in control.

In Episode 11 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry dive into Matthew 2:1–18 and the dramatic events following the birth of Jesus.

When the wise men arrive asking, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews?”, King Herod is deeply disturbed.

Why?

Because Jesus represented something Herod couldn't tolerate: a threat to his throne.

Herod had power, influence, authority, and control—and he was willing to do horrific things to keep them. Meanwhile, the wise men traveled an incredible distance to find Jesus, bow before Him, worship Him, and offer Him their treasures.

One king desperately held onto his throne.

The other was worthy of worship.

And that raises a question that reaches far beyond Matthew 2:

Who is sitting on the throne of our lives?

In this episode, we discuss:

• Who the wise men were and why they traveled to find Jesus
• Why Herod was so threatened by the birth of Christ
• The difference between knowing about Jesus and actually knowing Him
• Why even the religious leaders could know Scripture and still miss the Savior
• How pride, power, and the desire for control can become idols
• Why following Jesus will disrupt our lives
• How God warned the wise men and Joseph through dreams
• Joseph's incredible example of obedience, courage, and godly masculinity
• Trusting God when obedience leads somewhere difficult
• Why following Jesus does not guarantee an easy life
• The danger of a Christianity built around comfort and prosperity
• How Satan uses distraction, fear, and busyness to pull us away from God
• What genuine salvation and life transformation actually look like

Joseph and Mary were following God—and yet suddenly they found themselves fleeing for their lives with an infant Jesus.

They hadn't done anything wrong.

They were obeying.

And their obedience still led them through an incredibly difficult season.

That's an important reminder for every Christian: difficulty does not mean God has abandoned you.

Sometimes following God means trusting Him when you cannot see how everything is going to work out.

Through every part of this story—from the star that led the wise men, to the warning that sent them home another way, to Joseph taking his family and fleeing to Egypt—we see one truth again and again:

God's plan cannot be stopped.

Herod had an army.

Herod had political power.

Herod sat on an earthly throne.

But Herod was never really in control.

And neither are we.

The question is whether we will respond like Herod and fight to remain king of our own lives—or respond like the wise men and bow before the One who truly is King.

We also close this episode with a clear presentation of the Gospel and an invitation for anyone who knows about Jesus but isn't sure they truly know Jesus.

Open your Bible to Matthew 2:1–18 and join us for Episode 11 of Remember Who The King Is.

Scripture Focus: Matthew 2:1–18
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King.

Remember Who The King Is.

For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

The story of Jesus’ birth is one of the most familiar stories in the Bible—but familiarity can sometimes cause us to miss just how incredible it really is.

In Episode 10 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry return to the Gospel of Matthew and walk through Matthew 1:18–25, looking beyond the traditional Christmas story to consider what Mary and Joseph were actually facing.

Mary was pregnant before their marriage—and Joseph knew the child wasn’t his.

Before Joseph understood what God was doing, he faced heartbreak, confusion, fear, and a decision that could change both of their lives. Yet even with incomplete information, Scripture describes Joseph as a righteous man who chose compassion rather than public humiliation.

Then everything changed.

An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him:

“Do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife…”

The child Mary carried had been conceived by the Holy Spirit. His name would be Jesus, and He would save His people from their sins.

Suddenly, Joseph wasn’t simply preparing to become a husband.

He was being asked to help raise the Messiah.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The incredible pressure Mary and Joseph must have faced
• Why Joseph’s response reveals so much about his character
• Trusting God when we don’t have the entire picture
• Obeying God even when others may not understand
• The fear of stepping into something bigger than ourselves
• How the opinions of others can keep us from following God
• The danger of delayed obedience
• Whether God still uses dreams, convictions, and unexpected circumstances
• Recognizing when God may be calling us into something new
• Why our individual obedience can become one piece of a much bigger plan

We also share a powerful real-life example of how one prayer, one dream, and one act of obedience set off a chain of events that eventually helped bring the three hosts of this podcast together.

That raises an important question:

How much could God do through one act of obedience?

Joseph didn’t have every answer.

He couldn't see everything that was coming.

He simply knew what God had told him—and he obeyed.

The birth of Jesus reminds us that God’s plans often unfold in ways we never would have chosen or expected. Mary and Joseph were real people with real plans, real fears, and real questions. Yet when God called them into something far greater than themselves, they said yes.

And God still calls ordinary people to trust Him today.

Maybe God has placed an idea on your heart.

Maybe there’s something you know you need to do.

Maybe fear of failure, uncertainty, or what other people will think has kept you from taking the first step.

You don’t have to understand the entire plan before you obey the next thing God has asked you to do.

Are you obeying God—or delaying what God has called you to do?

Open your Bible to Matthew 1:18–25 and join us as we look again at the beginning of the greatest story ever told.

Scripture Focus: Matthew 1:18–25
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King.

Remember Who The King Is.

For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

We witnessed one of the darkest moments in King David's life. A man after God's own heart gave in to temptation, and what followed was deception, adultery, murder, and an attempt to hide his sin.

But the story doesn't end there.

In this episode of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry continue through 2 Samuel Chapters 12 and 13, where David is confronted by the prophet Nathan, forced to face the reality of his actions, and reminded that while God's forgiveness is real, sin always carries consequences.

Together, we discuss:

• Nathan's courageous confrontation with King David
• Why it's easier to recognize sin in others than in ourselves
• The difference between guilt, conviction, and true repentance
• Why forgiveness doesn't always remove earthly consequences
• The importance of accountability and having people willing to tell us the truth
• How hidden sin grows until it's brought into the light
• Why wise, godly counsel is more valuable than the voices of culture
• How mentors and accountability partners can change the direction of a life
• The hope found in God's mercy—even after devastating failure

This episode isn't simply about David's punishment.

It's about God's relentless pursuit of His children.

Nathan didn't confront David to condemn him.

He confronted him to restore him.

One of the most powerful truths from this conversation is that God loves us too much to leave us comfortable in our sin.

Sometimes He uses Scripture.

Sometimes He uses conviction.

Sometimes He uses a trusted friend who has the courage to tell us what we need to hear instead of what we want to hear.

We also explore the importance of surrounding ourselves with wise, godly people who will lovingly hold us accountable in a culture filled with voices competing for our attention.

David's life reminds us that every choice matters.

Sin can be forgiven...

But it should never be treated lightly.

At the same time, this story is filled with hope.

Even after David's greatest failure, God did not abandon him.

God restored him.

God continued His plan.

And through David's family line would eventually come Jesus Christ, proving once again that God's grace is greater than our deepest failures.

If you've ever struggled with regret...

If you've ever wondered whether God could still use someone who's made serious mistakes...

Or if you need the courage to confront sin in your own life with humility and repentance...

This episode is a powerful reminder that God's mercy is available to those who genuinely turn back to Him.

Because failure is never the end of the story when we bring it to the feet of Jesus.

Scripture Focus: 2 Samuel Chapters 12–13
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

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For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

Some stories in the Bible are so well known that they've become part of everyday language.

"David versus Goliath."

It's the phrase we use whenever the odds seem impossible, the challenge feels overwhelming, or the underdog somehow finds a way to win.

But is that really what this story is about?

In this episode of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry take a fresh look at one of Scripture's most famous accounts—David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. Rather than simply celebrating an underdog victory, they uncover the deeper message of faith, identity, preparation, and complete dependence on God.

Together, we discuss:

• The events leading up to David's battle with Goliath
• Why David wasn't fearless—but trusted God more than his fear
• How private faith prepares us for public battles
• The significance of David refusing Saul's armor
• Why preparation, prayer, and God's Word matter long before the giant appears
• How criticism from others can distract us from God's calling
• What the five smooth stones teach us about wisdom and preparation
• Why every believer will face giants—and how God equips us to overcome them

This conversation goes far beyond a giant, a sling, and a stone.

We explore how the "giants" we face today often look different than Goliath.

Fear.

Anxiety.

Financial struggles.

Broken relationships.

Health challenges.

Addiction.

Discouragement.

The pressures of culture.

The question isn't whether we'll face giants.

The question is whether we'll face them in our own strength or in God's.

One of the most powerful truths from this episode is simple:

Faith doesn't mean you never experience fear—it means you trust God more than your fear.

David had already learned to trust God while tending sheep in the quiet places.

His victory over Goliath wasn't an accident.

It was the result of years of faithful preparation, daily dependence on God, and confidence that the battle ultimately belonged to the Lord.

If you're facing a giant that seems impossible today, this episode is a reminder that your greatest strength isn't found in your own ability.

It's found in the God who has never lost a battle.

Because the story of David and Goliath isn't ultimately about a brave shepherd defeating a giant...

It's about a great God who is bigger than every giant we'll ever face.

Scripture Focus: 1 Samuel Chapter 17
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

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For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com

Welcome back to Part 2 of our study through the book of Ruth and the continuation of “The Four”—our special series exploring the four remarkable women included in the lineage of Jesus. In this episode, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry continue Ruth's story by diving into Ruth Chapters 3 and 4, where every piece of God's plan begins to come together.

What began with loss, grief, and uncertainty now unfolds into one of the Bible's most beautiful pictures of redemption.

Together, we explore:

• The true meaning behind the threshing floor and why this moment is often misunderstood
• How Ruth's request to Boaz was an appeal for redemption—not romance
• Boaz's remarkable character, integrity, and honor
• The biblical role of the kinsman redeemer and how Boaz points us to Jesus Christ
• Why godly character matters more than shortcuts
• The importance of seeking wise, godly counsel in every season of life
• How God quietly weaves together every piece of His plan across generations
• Why Ruth's story ultimately leads us to King David—and eventually to Jesus

This episode is about far more than a love story.

It's about redemption.

It's about integrity.

It's about trusting God's timing even when we can't see the whole picture.

As Boaz chooses honor over convenience and Ruth places herself in a position of complete trust, we see a beautiful picture of what godly relationships, sacrificial leadership, and biblical character truly look like.

One of the most powerful themes in this discussion is that God is always putting together a puzzle we cannot yet see.

Every decision...

Every act of obedience...

Every season of waiting...

Every relationship...

God is weaving them together into a story far greater than we could ever imagine.

We also discuss the importance of surrounding ourselves with wise, godly mentors and how faithful people can shape the course of our lives for generations to come.

And as Ruth's story comes to its incredible conclusion, we discover that this faithful Moabite widow becomes the great-grandmother of King David—placing her directly in the lineage of Jesus Christ.

It's a breathtaking reminder that God doesn't simply redeem people...

He uses redeemed people to accomplish His eternal purposes.

If you've ever questioned God's timing, wondered if your ordinary life matters, or needed encouragement to remain faithful when the outcome isn't yet visible, this episode will remind you that the Master Puzzle Maker is still at work.

Scripture Focus: Ruth Chapters 3–4
Series: The Four (Part 4)
Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry

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For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com