Holy Spirit Soapbox

Video Link to sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/1MiM2tgXNqI?si=cjiWNn-dJfaEQTlPVerses mentioned in this sermon:-John 14:26-1 John 2:1-John 16:7-John 16:8-15-Acts 2:37-38-Galatians 5:3-6-Ezekiel 36:26-27-Galatians 5:25-Galatians 5:19-23Challenge: "In all that you do going forward, yield to the Spirit."Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto/Audio/Video Credit: Greenhouse Community Church, Saratoga Springs, Utah, USASupport the S...

Video Link to sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/1MiM2tgXNqI?si=cjiWNn-dJfaEQTlPVerses mentioned in this sermon:-John 14:26-1 John 2:1-John 16:7-John 16:8-15-Acts 2:37-38-Galatians 5:3-6-Ezekiel 36:26-27-Galatians 5:25-Galatians 5:19-23Challenge: "In all that you do going forward, yield to the Spirit."Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto/Audio/Video Credit: Greenhouse Community Church, Saratoga Springs, Utah, USASupport the S...

Join Dan as we talk about diversity, inclusion, and eternal love in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Luke 19:10-Romans 3:23-John 3:16-17-Romans 10:12Questions:-If you're a follower of Christ, what might be causing us to fall short and radiate fruits that are not of the Spirit.-If you are not a believer or follower, seek inside your heart and ask yourself why not? Why push away true joy, hope, peace, and love?Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around...

Join Dan as we talk about "good" and "bad" in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Romans 6:15-18-Matthew 5-Matthew 6-Galatians 5-Isaiah 5:20-Proverbs 3:5-6Other episodes mentioned:-Episode 114: "Are You Possessed?" (https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/796f2ad7/where-two-or-three-gather-are-you-possessed) Questions:1) How do you define bad?2) Would you push the button? If so, why? If not, why not?3) How can we look to Heaven first ...

Join Dan as we talk about curses in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Deuteronomy 27:26-Galatians 3:10-Deuteronomy 21:22-Matthew 23:33-Galatians 3:13-14-Number 21-John 3:14-Isaiah 45:22Questions:1) What were some times you put faith back in yourself to save yourself?2) What does Jesus dying on the cross really mean for you?3) How can we help others stuck in faith in themselves or law see the grace of God through Jesus Christ?Music Credit: Music by Alex Gr...

Join Dan as we talk about teachers, preachers, and who's really in charge in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-James 3:1-6-Matthew 15:18-20-1 Corinthians 4-Titus 2Other episodes mentioned:-Episode 111: "False Teachers and Prophets" (https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/7f3db2e0/false-teachers-and-prophets) Questions:1) How have any ministers, pastors, and/or Bible teachers influenced your walk with Christ in a positive way?2) How does knowing the ...

Join Dan as we talk about being a "weirdo" in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Matthew 5 & 6-John 15:18-19-Romans 1:16-Acts 19:19-Matthew 26-Mark 14-Luke 7-1 Peter 1:18-19Questions:1) Is there anything you're cherishing more than Christ? (can be material or things like image, etc.)2) What does it mean to you to be unashamed for Christ?3) How can we fall in love with Jesus more, today, so others can witness His love for them and us?Music Credit: Music...

Join Stacey as we talk about the definition of "harmony" in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Romans 12:3-8-Ephesians 4:2-6-Romans 15:1-13"Harmony of the Four Gospels" chart: https://just84465.weebly.com/uploads/5/0/5/9/50596861/harmony_of_the_four_gospels.pdfDictionary definitions: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/harmonyMusic Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comImage by Milada Vigerova via https://pixabay.com...

Join Dan as we talk about finding "the golden ticket" in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Luke 23:43-John 14:2-2 Corinthians 5:1-5-Revelation 20-22Other episodes mentioned:Episode 15 - "Vorfreude": https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/7b4b4d9f/vorfreudeQuestion:1) If you're a believer; how did you respond when you found out you have the ability to accept the Ticket?1)a) If you're not a believer, how does it feel to know you can also have the Ticket?2) ...

Join Dan as we talk about dying to self and living in Christ in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Romans 6: 1-14-Colossians 3:1-10Question:1) How have you been going back to your 'old self'?2) Have you, or others, been affected by you going back to your old self?3) How can you leave the tomb for good, and seek life?Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: www.canva.comSupport the...

Join Dan as we talk about baptism in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-2 Kings 5-Genesis 6 & 7-Exodus 14-Jonah 1 & 2-John 3-Ezekiel 36:25-28-Matthew 28:19-Matthew 3:11-Galatians 3:27-Romans 6:3-4-1 Peter 3:21Question:1) How can you be fully immersed/submerged in God, today?Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: www.canva.comSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other...

Join Dan as we talk about how to be a Christian in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Matthew 28:18-20-Mark 16-Colossians 1:24-27-Romans 16:25-Ephesians 3-Ephesians 6:19Challenge: Pray and meditate on what discipleship looks like. Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoapbox.com.Social Links: Instagram | Fac...

Join Dan and Archie as they talk about Apologetics in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Additional resources:-Frank Turek - Cross Examined: https://crossexamined.org/-Stephen C. Meyer - Discovery Institute: https://www.discovery.org/p/meyer/-PragerU: https://www.prageru.com/-Dr. John Lennox: https://www.johnlennox.org/-William Lane Craig - Reasonablde Faith: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/-Dinesh D'Souza: https://dineshdsouza.com/Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around H...

Join Dan as we talk about different types of love in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-John 3:16-1 John 3:16Question:1) Are you deeply in agape love with your Lord and Savior Jesus Christ? Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: http://www.canva.comSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoapbox.com.Social Links: Instagram | Face...

Join Dan as we talk about different types of love in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-1 Corinthians 13:4-13-John 15:13Other episodes mentioned:-Advent Series 2022: LOVE (Episode 50): https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/7d8137ec/advent-series-loveQuestion:1) What kind of love do you think you have for Christ, today? (Could be one or more)Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto ...

Join Dan as we talk about what prayer life in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned:-Mark 11:24-Matthew 7:7-11-Matthew 21:22-John 15-Romans 8:28-James 4:2-3-John 14:2-Matthew 6:33Other episodes mentioned:-Ice Cream For Breakfast (Episode 2)Questions:1) What does your communication with God look or sound like? 2) How can we align ourselves with God's Will so that we can find peace and comfort in that versus things that are non-eternal?3) What can we do to help ...

Join Dan and Rey as they talk about being possessed in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Challenge for this week:"Don't let your flesh's thoughts defeat the Spirit that is in you." - ReyMusic Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: www.canva.comVideo Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com/audio-to-videoSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoapbox.com.Socia...

Join Dan as we talk about keeping the adversary out in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-John 13:27-John 12:6-Matthew 12:43-45Questions:1) How have you been influenced by things outside of the word of God?2) What are some ways we can influence those to further seek the truths given to us by God?3) How can we further allow the Holy Spirit to dwell in us versus worldly spirits?Music Credit: Music by Alex Grohl "Indie Folk (King Aroun...

Join Stacey & Dan as we talk about the very hard topic of terminating a pregnancy in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Philippians 2:5-8-Ephesians 6:1-2 -Psalm 139:13 & 16-Isaiah 44:24-Jeremiah 1:5-Galatians 1:15-Galatians 6Questions:1) How valuable is life to you?Everylife discount code: "DAN10" at www.everylife.comMusic Credit: Music by Zakhar Valaha (Daddy_s_Music) "Price of Freedom" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: ...

Join Dan as we talk about false teachers and false prophets in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Deuteronomy 13:1-3-Jeremiah 14:14-Jeremiah 23:16-Jeremiah 17:9-Matthew 7:15-2 Timothy 4:3-4-Colossians 2:8-Acts 13:1-Matthew 7:20Questions:1) Have you ever been hurt or misled by a false teacher or prophet? If so, how? If not, how can you avoid this?2) How can we further have compassion for others who have been, or are being misled by fal...

Join Dan as we talk about being confident in Christ in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 14:26-27-Proverbs 1:7-Proverbs 111:10-Proverbs 8:13-Matthew 10:28-Philippians 3:7-8:7Questions:1) Would you say you have a fear of the Lord?2) How can you shift your focus on confidence in self (third definition according to American Heritage) to confidence in God?3) How can you further expand your witnessing by helping others in their struggl...

What's the worst that could possibly happen? Join Stacey as we talk about living and dying for Christ in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Philippians 1:19-26-Acts 16:11-40Questions:1) Have you gone through something similar and been filled with worry? 2) What are some ways you can remind yourself of God's eternal love in these moments of worry?3) Do you have someone you can lean on to point you back to the gospel during your struggl...

In this world, sometimes arrogance can be viewed as strength and humility can be viewed as weakness. This is just not true. Join Dan as we talk about strength in being humble in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 23:12-Proverbs 11:2-Proverbs 16:18-Proverbs 29:23-Proverbs 3:34-Philippians 2:3-2 Corinthians 10:17-18Questions:1) How has your definition or idea of pride changed after this episode?2) How has pride affected you in your li...

Is the term "radical" always a negative thing? Join Dan as we talk about being radical for Christ in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Deuteronomy 6:5-John 14:15-Matthew 5-Matthew 6-Matthew 7-Luke 9:23Questions:1) What does radical mean to you?2) Would you feel you are radically in love with Christ?3) How has Christ radically transformed you?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPh...

Do you smell that?! Join Dan as we talk about aromas in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 8:21-Exodus 30-Isaiah 1:13-Luke 1-Genesis 4-2 Corinthians 2:14-17-Revelation 5:4-8Questions:1) Is there a pleasing smell that brings back good memories?2) How does it feel to know that setting your identity in Christ is a good aroma to God?3) How can we be a pleasant aroma to those who do not set their identities in Christ?Music Credit: Alex G...

Join Dan as we talk about the power of Jesus' resurrection in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Hosea 6:1-2-Jonah 1:17-Matthew 12:40-Matthew 16:21-Matthew 27:62-64-John 2:19-Isaiah 25:8-Galatians 2:20-1 Corinthians 15:50-52Questions:1) How does knowing that death is conquered change your perspective today?2) Does the knowledge of God's sacrifice for us give you hope for the world?3) What are some ways you can celebrate the resurrection tod...

Verses mentioned in this episode:-Luke 1 & 2-Matthew 1 & 2Questions:1) How would you have responded as Mary that you would give birth to the Messiah and would need to raise Him?2) How would you have responded as Joseph during the pregnancy news and knowing you are called to raise the Messiah?3) How does the whole story of Christ's birth, including Mary and Joseph, change your perspective on the celebration of our salvation?Music Credit: Chillmore - "Silent Night (Chr...

Why did God come to earth in the flesh? Join Dan in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Exodus 33:11-Exodus 33:18-23-Philippians 2:6-8-Hebrews 2:14-18Questions:1) What does God coming in the flesh mean for you?2) How does Jesus relating to us and our pain in the flesh affect your relationship with Him?3) What can we learn from Jesus using His body as a bondservant in our everyday lives? Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Arou...

Join Dan in this second part of a sermon called "The Box" in this special episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verse mentioned in this sermon:-Matthew 27:1-26QUESTION:1) At any moment, or in any good OR bad situation, are you willing to look outside of the box (or the world) and look to the Kingdom?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: www.canva.comVideo Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com/audio-to-videoSupport the Sho...

Join Dan in this first part of a sermon called "The Box" in this special episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this sermon:-Matthew 26:36-75-Galatians 5:22-23Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: www.canva.comVideo Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com/audio-to-videoSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoapbox.com.Social Links: Instagram | Fac...

How often do we forget the gratitude we have for being adopted into God's family? Join Dan as we talk about being adopted (and thankful) in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 24:37-39Questions:1) Would you say your gratitude or appreciation for Christ's rescuing of you from your past sometimes falters? If so, why?2) How can you refocus yourself whenever you 'forget' about your rescue?3) What are some ways you can partici...

It's easy to be thankful when everything seems to be going well, but what about when hard times hit? Join Dan as we talk about being thankful in the storm in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-1 John 2:15-17-Matthew 6:12-2 Corinthians 12:9-Revelation 21:4Questions:1) What, and/or who, are you thankful for today?Spotify playlist created for this episode: Click HereMusic Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixa...

How does God see you? Is it different than how you've identified yourself in episode(s) 1 and/or 2 of this series? Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about identity in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verse mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 7:21-23-James 1:22-25-Luke 12:7-Ephesians 4:22-24-Galatians 3:26-29Questions:1) Look at your answer from the first episode of "What is your identity?". Has this changed? - If yes, what d...

This is who you are. It may sound bold, but it's the truth. Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about identity in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verse mentioned in this episode:-2 Corinthians 5:17Questions:1) In what ways have you become a new creation in Christ?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: PublicDomainPictures from www.pixabay.comVideo Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com...

Who are you? Do you know who you really are? Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about identity in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-1 Timothy 6:10-Genesis 1:26-27Questions:1) What is your identity?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: http://www.canva.com/Video Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com/audio-to-videoSupport the Show.For more information and to ...

What do people think of you, specifically when they think of you as a Christian? What does it look like to be a brand ambassador for Christ? Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-1 John 3:16-24-John 14:10-Philippians 2:13-16Questions:1) How would you define those who are Christian around you? Without judgment of course.2) How would you define Christianity?3) How would you...

New AND Exciting?! Something happens in us as humans when we see or hear something shiny and new - we get excited! But what happens when you know/have THE best of the best after a time? Naturally, it gets boring for us. Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about excitement vs. boredom in this episode of Holy Spirit Soapbox.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Acts 17:19-21-Galatians 1:9-10Other Episodes mentioned:-Episode 80: Tennis, Gardening, Jesus, Golf-...

Join host Dan as we hear about this podcast and the audience it's intended for.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Jeremiah 9:23-24-1 Corinthians 10:31-Colossians 3:17-1 Peter 4:11-Romans 11:36Question:1) Think of every aspect of your life. Who do you do each and every thing for? 2) In what ways can your life have a target audience of God?3) How does making your primary audience, God, change your perspective on everything you do going forward?Music Credit: Alex Gro...

What should Christians do when we're scared? Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about how to handle fearful situations.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Isaiah 41:10Question:1) Where do you put your faith when you are fearful?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: http://www.canva.com/Video Conversion: https://www.onlineconverter.com/audio-to-videoSupport the Show.For more information and to check ou...

Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about hiking the right trail.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Jeremiah 6:16-Matthew 7:13-14-Psalm 16:11Questions:1) Were there any times in life you chose the 'easier' path in life? Meaning, self seeking versus following Christ?2) How can you better prepare for a time where you're at a fork in the road to choose either self, or Christ?3) How might you be able to walk with another individual who's struggling with t...

Join Dan as we hear about some mistakes we've made along the way, and what the Holy Spirit has to say about it.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Romans 14Questions:1) How has religion affected your life?2) In what ways can you avoid creating stumbling blocks for others who may not be believers or are new to following Christ?3) How can you better follow Christ help participate with the Spirit to reflect His Kingdom?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Her...

Video Link to sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPdPj4QNluYVerses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 17Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: Holy Spirit SoapboxAudio/Video Credit: Greenhouse Community Church, Saratoga Springs, Utah, USASupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoapbox.com.Social Links: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube

As humans, one of our favorite questions to ask is "Why"? Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about why He created everything.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 3:8-Psalm 65:8-13Questions:1) If you were God, how would you do things differently? (If at all)2) How can you use your free will for God?3) How have you witnessed God’s overflow of love in your life?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto ...

"May I take your order?" Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about how we can view God as our waiter, and the truth about how we can serve Him everyday.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 7:11-John 3:16-1 Corinthians 15:3-4-1 Samuel 12:20-25-John 12:25-26Other Episodes mentioned in this episode:-"God's Will vs. Our Will" E71 (9:15)Questions:1) Have you ever seen God as your waiter or genie? How so?2) Knowing God served his disciples the way that He...

Forgiveness isn't always as easy as it sounds. Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about choosing mercy and grace.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 6:14-15-Deuteronomy 32:35-Romans 12:19-Luke 23:34-Hosea 6:4-6-Matthew 18:21-22Other Episodes mentioned in this episode:-"Digging Deeper: Breaking Down The Lord's Prayer" E36 (2:00 & 15:45)-"Dehumanize This" E79 (7:15)Questions:1) Is there someone you can forgive today?2) Is there someone in your l...

Are You Ready? Join host Stacey as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about praying big prayers.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Romans 5:1-5-Philippians 4:6-James 1:2-6Other Episodes mentioned in this episode:-"Does God Test Us?" E39 (2:20)-"Clay and Calluses" E74 (8:11)Questions:1) What type of prayers have you been praying? 2) How can you grow in your confidence that God will provide what we all need?3) When you pray, how can you visualize God as being our all...

Juniper? Hydrangea? Feverfew? Join host Dan as we hear about staying rooted in Jesus, no matter what type of plant we are.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 7:15-20-John 15:1-4-Isaiah 12:3-John 7:37-39Questions:1) Where are your roots really rooted? Really think about this one. It might be fully in Jesus or maybe it’s a few other things. 2) How might setting your deepest root in Jesus Christ change the way you are internally?3) How might setting your deepes...

Join host Dan as we hear about a funny story from childhood and what it's like when we try to hide things from God.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Hebrews 4:12-13-John 14:15-Genesis 3:8-10-Jeremiah 23:23-24Questions:1) What are some ways you've tried to hide things from God?2) How has hiding things from God led to other issues in your life?3) What are some ways you can stop hiding things from God?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from ...

What does baking have to do with Christianity? Join host Dan as we listen to what the Holy Spirit has to say about Jesus as the Bread of life.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 4:4-Mark 8:14-21-1 Corinthians 5:6-8Questions:1) How have you ‘used old leaven’ or fallen back into the ways outside of Jesus?2) What are some ways you might be able to tell non-righteous leaven as Jesus warns us about?3) How can you continue to eat the Bread of Life every day?Music Credi...

Join host Dan as we listen to what the Holy Spirit has to say about what we ingest (or take in) as Christians. Verses mentioned in this episode:-John 6:35-1 Corinthians 5:8-John 6:53-57Questions:1) Are there some ways that you are affected by things like music, movies, shows, etc.?2) How can some things that you ingest or take in affect how you reflect Jesus?3) What are some ways you can fill more of your life with Jesus?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Ar...

What do these 4 things have in common? Join host Dan as the Holy Spirit gives us the answer. Verses mentioned in this episode:-Mark 7:6-Isaiah 29:13-Matthew 16:24-27Questions:1) Who is Jesus to you?2) What are some ways you might have treated Jesus or the Body of Christ as a hobby?3) How can you surrender to God today?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixabay.comPhoto Credit: images from http://www.canva.com/V...

Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about how we can sometimes view others as "less than", and how Jesus changes everything.Verses mentioned in this episode:-John 3:17-John 4:4-42-John 3:16-John 5:24-Matthew 25:35-40-2 Peter 3:13-14-Matthew 10:28Questions:1) What are some ways you might have dehumanized others?2) Why might you view someone else as lesser than you or one not worthy of love?3) How has Jesus shown you how to be human and led by the Spirit?S...

Have you ever felt rejected or isolated for being a Christian? Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about living like Jesus - even when you feel rejected by others.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Ephesians 4:22-24-Entire chapter of Luke 4Questions:1) If you've given your life to Christ, do you often feel rejected by those that you felt once loved you (such as family or friends)? 1 b.) If you have not g...

"I'm too busy right now." "Now is just not the right time." "I just need 'XYZ' to fall into place first." Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about answering God's call...in His timing.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Acts 8:26-40-Romans 8:31-Matthew 8:18-22Questions:1) How do those verses in Matthew speak to you?2) In what ways do you trust, or not trust, the Spirit to guide you?3) What are some ways you decrease your fear about doing what ...

Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about growing up in our faith.Verses mentioned in this episode:-1 Corinthians 3:1-10-Proverbs 1:1-7-1 Peter 2:1-3Questions:1) How do you feel about your current stage in Spirit? Newborn? Toddler? Full grown adult?2) The way to get into spiritual adulthood is to get closer with Jesus. How can you gain more wisdom and deepen your relationship with Jesus?3) How can you also help others in the body of Christ ...

Have you ever driven in a bad storm? How did it make you feel? Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about riding through the storm and trusting Him as we head toward our destination.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 14:28-31-Matthew 14Questions:1) What kind of hardships are you facing today? Are these hardships due to following Christ?2) If you follow and trust in God more deeply during this hardship, how does that change your perspective on the s...

Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about how we can become moldable clay, and can look forward to the calluses - even through the blistering. Verses mentioned in this episode:-Isaiah 29:16-Isaiah 64:8-Jeremiah 18:6-Romans 9:20-21-Isaiah 29:13-16-Romans 9:16-21-Hebrews 12:11Questions:1) How do you feel knowing that God will form us for His glory? 2) How has God formed you throughout the past few weeks, months, seasons, years?3) What are some ways y...

God rescues, uses, and loves everyone He created - even when society may not feel the same. Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about a concert that changed our lives.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Exodus 4:10-12-Mark 13:11-John 9:2-4-Psalm 139:13-14Questions:1) Has anyone impacted your relationship with God in a positive way? If so, think back to how they impacted you and relive it so that you can feel that encouragement.2) How does knowing that thes...

Like lists? Us too. Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about serving God vs. serving other gods.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 6:33-Matthew 11:28-30-1 John 2:15-17-Luke 10:30-37-Colossians 1:16Questions:1) Meditate on each of these bullet points/indicators. What are your answers for each? Have you done any of these things?2) What if your 'little g' god was now 'big G' God/the One True God - how would that change your day-to-...

Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit says about free will.Verses mentioned in this episode:-John 7:16-18-Romans 12:2-Ephesians 5:17-1 Thessalonians 5:16-18Questions:1) How has this episode changed your view on what free will is?2) Think of previous requests that you’ve had for God. Do you feel they were for your will to be done, or God’s?3) What are some ways you can align your will with God’s? Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http...

"Contentment starts with being thankful for what you have right now." Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit says about jealousy, covetousness, and envy.Other episodes mentioned:-"You'll Miss The Sunset" [1:24]Verses mentioned in this episode:-Philippians 4:10-13-Ecclesiastes 1:2-3-Exodus 20:17-Psalm 23:1Questions:1) Think again of a time you were jealous or covetous of someone. What did being jealous solve for your situation?2) If you find yourself being jeal...

"What? Killing everyone on earth in a flood is a form of love? How?! Why?!" Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit says about a loving wrath.Other episodes mentioned:-Godallelogram [5:12]Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 6:9-12-Psalm 37:8-Romans 12:19-Ephesians 4:26-27-James 1:19-20Questions:1) How has your understanding of God's wrath changed after this episode (if at all)?2) Think back to when you had anger and presented wrath in a current ...

Join host Dan as we dig deeper to hear what the Holy Spirit says about judging others in our daily lives.Verse mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 7:1-5Questions:1) Is there a plank in your eye that might be holding you back from seeing God more clearly?2) Have you been guilty of judging others for things unjustly?3) What do you think is the reason for this unjust judgment on your end?Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here)" downloaded from http://www.pixaba...

Join host Dan as we hear the Holy Spirit says about passion in our daily lives.Verse mentioned in this episode:-John 13:13-17-Proverbs 11:14-Ephesians 4:11-13Other episodes mentioned: Episode 34 "Rethinking Church": https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/7b0e3d2d/rethinking-churchQuestions:1) In this season in your life, do you feel like you have a passion for God? If so, have your actions shown this passion?2) How can you influence others to gain a passion for C...

Join host Dan as we hear the Holy Spirit says about why Jesus came to earth as a human.Verse mentioned in this episode:-Isaiah 7:14 -John 1:14-1 Corinthians 15:45 -1 Timothy 2:5Other episodes mentioned: Episode 14 "Why Did Jesus Have To Die?"Questions:1) What are some ways you can reflect on Jesus' life, death, and resurrection today?2) Knowing Jesus was 100% Man and 100% God, how does that strengthen your relationship with Him?3) How can you celebrate the resurrection that ...

Join host Stacey as we hear the Holy Spirit says about how much God misses hearing from you. Verse mentioned in this episode:-Luke 15:4-7 (also in Matthew 18:12-14)-Luke 15:11-32Other episodes mentioned: Episode 54: "Digging Deeper: The Parable Of The Lost Sheep"Questions:1) Have you ever told God how much you love Him? Maybe even how much you’ve missed Him? How did it make you feel in your relationship with God? 2) Meditate on a parent’s love – whether your pare...

Join host Dan as we hear the Holy Spirit says about boasting and bragging. Verse mentioned in this episode:-Jeremiah 9:24-25 Questions:1) Is there an accomplishment that you feel would be 'brag-worthy' in your life?2) Have you ever done something way above and beyond for someone because you love them? How did that make you feel?3) How does understanding that God built all of this for us to enjoy, and even died on a hill that He created, change your feelings ...

Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about what Jesus meant when he said to "pluck your eye out". Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 5:27-30-Matthew 15:18-19-Matthew 6:21-All of Matthew chapter 5Questions:1) What does pluck your eye out and cut off your hand mean to you?2) How might placing your treasures in Heaven change your everyday life?3) As we have continued to learn that sin is a heart issue and actions are based on the heart, what are a fe...

Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about raising and teaching children as we live in this world while not living of this world.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 22:6-Ephesians 6:4-Mark 10:13-16Questions:1) How important is laying a foundation on the Rock for you?2) In what ways is teaching children about Jesus a great thing not only for their lives but for the entire world and future generations?3) How can we start incorporating Jesus into everyday ...

Join Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about doubting God and Satan's "Paper Police".Verses mentioned in this episode:-Luke 4:1-13-Job 1:6-12-1 Corinthians 10:!3-James 4:7-1 Peter 5:8Questions:1) Do you feel like satan has thrown distractions at you more frequently after you gave your life to Christ? He loves to do this. He knows you’re getting closer to Christ so he’ll do what he can to stop that. 2) What are some current distractions that are getti...

What if God was your next door neighbor? Join host Dan in episode 60 to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about being a neighbor and having God as ours neighbor.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Luke 9:58-Mark 1:13-Philippians 2:5-9-Hebrews 4:15Questions:1) Do you feel disconnected from God? Why do you feel that way?2) How does knowing Jesus came from very humble beginnings change your view of God?3) What are some ways you could feel more connected with God going f...

It's one thing to say "my thoughts and prayers are with you", but it's another to actually pray right then and there. Let's hear what the Holy Spirit says about prayer and community.Prayer Requests from our community:-Bully victim and their two bullies-Listener not feeling God's love - feeling alone-Listener in Sri Lanka's Dad-Nigerian ChristiansVerses mentioned in this episode:-1 John 5:14-15 -Jeremiah 33:3-Mark 11:24-John 15:16-Hebrews 4:16Questions:1) How has praying for someon...

Join host Dan as we hear what the Holy Spirit says about copying each other - and Who we really should be imitating on a daily basis.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 1:27-Galatians 2:20-Ephesians 5:1-2-2 Corinthians 5:17Questions:1) Was there someone you looked up to as a child? If so, what about them made you want to look up to them?2) Is there someone now that you look up to? 3) How would looking up to God as the Creator and most inspirational Being c...

Join host Stacey as we hear what the Holy Spirit says about managing what we own while we're here on this Earth. Verses mentioned in this episode:-Luke 12:25-27-Proverbs 3:9-Ecclesiastes 5:10-Matthew 6:24-Hebrews 13:5Questions:1) Has the fear of losing money or material things ever gotten in the way of helping or loving others?2) Does your love for material things and/or money sometimes overpower your love for God? If so, why do you feel that happens?3) What are some w...

As much as you don’t want Him to, God still loves your enemies. Join host Dan as we hear how God loves everyone, and calls us to do the same. Verses mentioned in this episode:-Romans 12:17-20-Proverbs 25:21-22-Proverbs 24:17-18-Luke 23:32-34Questions:1) Is there someone you see as an enemy in this season? If so, how can you change the feeling of them being an enemy to a friend?2) Looking at yourself now, how have you continued to create division and more of an enemy ou...

Join our host Dan as we talk about how God uses everyone - even those that seem to be the least qualified. Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 1:27-Proverbs 22:2-Matthew 11:28-Galatians 3:28Questions:1. How do marketing advertisements and celebrities affect your everyday life?2. What spiritual gifts do you think or know you have that can help strengthen your relationship and participation with God?3. Do you feel compelled to go out and talk more about God and the Gospe...

Join Dan as we talk about God's love for each and every one of us. Let's hear what the Holy Spirit has to say in today's episode!Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 18:12–14-Luke 15:4-7Questions:1) How does the Parable of the lost sheep speak to you today or in this season? Are you a lost sheep? Or are you concerned about a lost sheep? 2) In what ways do you maybe play both roles of either a lost sheep or a concerned sheep of another sheep?3) How can we continuously follow Christ ...

Join Dan as we get a little uncomfortable in this episode. Warning: this episode discusses some adult content - you may not want little ears hearing this one. Let's hear what the Holy Spirit has to say in today's episode!Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 5:27-28-1 Corinthians 11:2-Matthew 25Questions:1) How has this changed your view of sexual lust, immorality, and porn?2) Are there any other 'plastic slide' situations that have caused you to continue to separa...

Join Dan in our first episode of 2023. We'll talk about some biblical concepts that may sound gross, but we also need to hear when setting new year's resolutions.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 18-Genesis 19-2 Peter 2:20-22-James 1:19-24Questions:1) How might celebrating the birth and resurrection of Jesus every single day change your perspective on life in general?2) What are some ways you can allow God to change something or some sins that you might keep falling back i...

Join Stacey in our Christmas 2022 episode. We'll talk about the four themes that we went over for our Advent Series - and what Christmas Day is truly all about! Happy Birthday, Jesus!Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 2-Hosea 11:1-Isaiah 9:6-7-John 1:9-14-Matthew 5:13-16-John 14:16-17Music Credit: Serge Quadrado - "Christmas Ident" downloaded from pixabay.comImage Credit: canva.comSupport the Show.For more information and to check out our other episodes, visit us at holyspiritsoa...

Join Stacey in the fourth and final episode of our Advent Series - Love. Hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about what love really means, and how we can experience it all year long.Verses mentioned in this episode:-1 Corinthians 13:1-1 Corinthians 13:4-1 Corinthians 13:8-1 Corinthians 13:13-John 3:16-1 John 4:7-12Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Jp2VHfvx4BUrbesfdJ95z?si=a7ef22b843014b44BibleProject videos: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/agape-love/https://b...

Join Stacey in our third episode of our Advent Series - Hope. Hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about hope in the Lord, and how true hope surpasses the circumstances of this world.Previous episode mentioned: "Vorfreude": https://www.holyspiritsoapbox.com/episodes/episode/7b4b4d9f/vorfreudeBibleProject study: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/yakhal-hope/Verses mentioned in this episode:-Isaiah 9:6-7-Matthew 6:19-Romans 15:13-Isaiah 40:31-Romans 8:24-25Spotify Playlist: https://o...

Join Stacey in our second episode of our Advent Series - Peace. Hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about how we all have true peace now and all throughout the year!BibleProject study: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/shalom-peace/Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 10:34-Isaiah 9:6-John 20:19-21-1 Thessalonians 5:23-Psalm 4:8Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Ak2P0MTHVDyp67HIAvFds?si=c95c15b492204572Music Credit: Alex Grohl - "Indie Folk (King Around Here...

Join Stacey in our first episode of our Advent Series - Joy. Hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about true joy - a gift we can experience during this advent season, and all throughout the year.BibleProject study: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/chara-joy/Verses mentioned in this episode:-Acts 16:16-40-Philippians 4:4-8-Matthew 5:11-12-Luke 10:21-2 Corinthians 6:8-10-Psalm 30:1-5-Nehemiah 8:10Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68lhGB6RYpgxN149W8DKSu?si=2a6c6e46e...

Join host Dan in this special Thanksgiving Day episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about what we all have to be thankful for.Verses to meditate on:-Psalm 136:26-Romans 5:8 -Colossians 3:14-1 John 4:19Questions:1) If you've ever felt small at work, in a relationship, and/or the universe, how does knowing that God pays attention to you and loves you change that feeling (if at all)?2) Have you ever seen others as small or lower than you? If so, how does your a...

Would you walk away from God? Join host Dan in this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about walking with and staying focused on God.Verses mentioned in this episode:-John 6:14-15-John 6:25-70-Luke 10:38-42-Isaiah 55:1-2-Matthew 16:24-Luke 9:23-John 6:50Questions:1) Has there ever been a time where you have walked away from God even after giving your life to Christ?2) What kind of things take priority over your relationship with God?3) If your answer is no...

Join host Dan in this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about staying focused on God during elections.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 22:15-22Questions:1) How has the most recent US election, how have any past, or upcoming elections affected your trust in God?2) How can we start glorifying God regardless of the laws put into place in your country in this current season?3) How can we start to look past these distractions of politics to keep loving oth...

This episode is all about horses. And puns. Can I get a NEIGH-men?! Sorry... Join host Dan in this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about staying focused on God.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 4:25-27-Colossians 3:2-Hebrews 3:1-1 Peter 1:13Questions:1) What can putting on the 'blinders' do for your relationship with God?2) What can it do for your relationship with others?3) What kind of negative consequences have sprouted when you have taken off you...

American Football lovers, this episode is for you! And if you don't love it, or don't know anything about it, this one is still for you! Join host Dan in this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about playing in the 4th quarter.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 14:23-Matthew 11:28-30-Galatians 2:20-Philippians 2:13Questions:1) Are you a competitive person? How would you feel about letting God do the work through you instead of you exhausting yourse...

Join host Dan in this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about trust.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 3:5-6-Jeremiah 17:7-8-Philippians 4:6-7-1 John 4:18Questions:1) What does trusting in God mean to you?2) What are some ways you are pulled away from trusting in God? Guilt? Your past? Other people?3) What are some ways you can increase your trust in God regardless of those things pulling you away from trusting in Him?Credit:Music Credit: Alex Gro...

Repentance is deeper than just an apology. Join in to this episode to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about what repentance really means.Verses mentioned in this episode:-2 Chronicles 7:14-Proverbs 28:13-Acts 3:19-2 Corinthians 7:10Questions:1) Has your definition of repentance changed?2) Has there ever been a situation where you needed repentance towards another person?3) What are some ways you could change your habitual sins to start orienting yourself towards God?For more ...

We may feel or even say that "God is testing us" through a season of our lives. Join in today to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about temptations and tests.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 22-Judges 7-Daniel 6-Matthew 14:22-23-James 1:13-15-Psalm 46:10-Isaiah 26:4-Jeremiah 17:7-8-Philippians 4:19Questions:1) How do you now understand what it means to trust in God?2) How can trusting that God is doing everything that needs to be done for His will to be done, ch...

Humans are naturally prideful, but we are not God. Join host Dan to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about pride and how we can ask for His help in recognizing God as our God instead of ourselves.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Proverbs 16:18-Luke 14:11-Philippians 2:3-James 4:10Questions:1) Have you had instances where pride may have hurt you and/or others around you?2) How would you react in those same situations now?3) What have you learned about Jesus' humility tha...

We, as humans, love to play the "blame game". Even the Bible contains stories about how humans continuously have blamed others, including God, instead of ourselves. Join host Dan to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about blame and how we can ask for His help.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Genesis 3:12-13-Genesis 4:9-Deuteronomy 3:26-Job 13:23-Lamentations 3:40-Ezekiel 18:27-28-1 Corinthians 11:27-31Questions:1) Why do you think we humans are so quick to look externall...

In this episode, we 'dig deeper' by breaking down The Lord's Prayer, as written in Matthew 6:9-13 (NIV):"Our Father in HeavenHallowed be Your NameYour Kingdom comeYour will be doneOn earth as it is in HeavenGive us today our daily breadAnd forgive us our debts,As we also have forgiven our debtorsAnd lead us not into temptationBut deliver us from the evil one"Verses mentioned in this episode:-Matthew 6:14-15-Romans 6:23-Matthew 18:21-35-James 1:13Questions:1) Did you learn a different version ...

Have you ever felt unwelcome or a sense of awkwardness within the Christian community? Has this stopped you from participating with others within the Christian Church? Join Dan in listening to what the Holy Spirit has to say.Verses mentioned in this episode:-Job 1:6-12-Luke 15:11-31Questions:1) How do you view your past and your sins? 2) Do you feel that your sins far outweigh God's mercy and grace? 3) After reading the parable of the prodigal son, how does that ch...

What do you think of when you hear the word "church"? How does it make you feel? More importantly, what is church supposed to be like? Let's see what the Holy Spirit has to say, in this episode.Verses mentioned in today's episode:-Nehemiah 9:3-Luke 4:15-33-Hebrews 10:24-25-John 13:1-20-Acts 2:1-47Questions:1) What is church like for you? What do you consider to be a church?2) How can your relationship with God benefit from communing with other Christians?3)...

Listen in to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about a messy "house" and what we can do to help keep it clean together.*HINT: This is not an episode about house chores! :-)Verses to meditate on:-Psalm 133:1-Romans 14:19-1 Corinthians 1:10-James 3:16Questions:1) What kind of division have you seen at church or within Christian groups?2) What negative effects has the division had outside of the church?3) What are some ways we can collectively unify Christ followers?For more...

Sometimes we feel alone during a difficult time. We may even feel like God is so far away listening to us cry out to Him but He doesn't seem to care one bit. But is this true? Join us to hear what the Holy Spirit has to say about God's love and empathy for us even when we feel totally down in the dumps.Verses to meditate on:Deuteronomy 31:8Matthew 5:4John 11:351 Peter 5:6-7Questions:1) How does knowing God isn't far away from us and knows your pain change your perspect...