Eyes on Jesus with Drew and Tim

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, hosts Drew and Tim discuss the complex topic of gambling from a Christian perspective, exploring whether it aligns with biblical teachings and values. They share personal stories and insights, touching on the proliferation of online betting and the potential pitfalls of gambling addiction. Discussing the impact on personal finance, family welfare, and spiritual health, they ponder the moral implications and the importance of stewardship, trust in God, and generosity. The conversation extends to related topics, including fantasy football's distractibility to everyday life, the example set by church leaders, and the broader societal acceptance of gambling. The hosts emphasize the need for self-awareness, accountability, and adherence to one's convictions, underlining the episode's central question: Should Christians engage in gambling? Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker Drew's church's website  @YESChurch-zw8iq  https://yes.online/ For more information on Tim Ferrara:  @DiscerningDad  Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, hosts Drew and Tim talk with Brady Shearer, the founder of Pro Church Tools, to explore the significant shifts in church communication resulting from social media and digital platforms. Brady shares insights from his journey of helping churches adapt to the biggest communication shift in 500 years, emphasizing the importance of leveraging social media while maintaining genuine connection and message integrity. Topics include the challenges and strategies of church marketing, the role of social media in spreading the gospel, and the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in church communications. The discussion also covers controversy around church marketing decisions, the use of digital tools for church engagement, and practical advice for churches looking to enhance their digital presence. Go to Brady's website and check out all the services and info they offer: https://prochurchtools.com/ Follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bradyshearer/ Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

Drew and Tim share their personal experiences and insights into pastoral growth, ministry challenges, and the importance of keeping faith and prayer at the center of their lives and work. They discuss the impact of sharing authentic stories within their church. The conversation delves into the process of sermon preparation, the significance of prayer in sustaining a church, and the transformative power of repentance and community support. Highlighting the importance of adapting to change, embracing innovation, and prioritizing spiritual connection, Drew and Tim offer encouragement and advice to fellow believers and leaders seeking to deepen their relationship with God and make a lasting impact in their communities. Watch the sermon Tim references in this podcast that he preached https://www.youtube.com/live/bx80D-_i88w?si=ijvrA4kuZpla0ZgB Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, Drew and Tim welcome Jared Scholz, founder and senior pastor of Greenhouse Church in Lawrence, Kansas, and author of 'Sandbox to Museum.' Scholz discusses the journey from founding a church to shifting its focus towards making disciples, based on his realization of the importance of discipleship in faith. The discussion ventures into the concept of deconstructing faith, prompted by Jared's book which addresses navigating seasons of doubt and the process of digging deeper into one's faith without abandoning it. Scholz advocates for approaching deconstruction as an opportunity for growth rather than destruction, encouraging Christians to seek and maintain community even amidst doubting. The conversation also covers handling church hurt, the necessity of apologizing and listening, and fostering a culture where questioning is accepted as part of the faith journey. Connect with Jared Scholz at https://jaredscholz.com/ Get his book 'Sandbox to Museum' here https://a.co/d/4fRzug3 Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, hosts Drew and Tim delve into the topic of forming and maintaining friendships with nonbelievers, stressing the importance of these relationships in living out the Great Commission. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities Christians have in being light and examples to those who don't share their faith, without compromising their own beliefs or spiritual health. The episode also touches upon the significance of prayer, both for the strength and guidance of believers in these friendships and for the salvation of the unbelievers themselves. Throughout, the conversation includes personal anecdotes, scriptural references, and practical advice, urging listeners to reflect on their own relationships and their role in spreading the gospel. Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, hosts Drew and Tim sit down with author, speaker, and media personality Brant Hansen. Brant shares insights from his books 'Unoffendable' and 'Life is Hard, God is Good, Let's Dance,' discussing the transformative power of choosing forgiveness and overcoming anxiety through trust in God. Brant recounts personal experiences, including an amusing anecdote about unsuccessfully introducing Toby Mac at a concert, and powerful stories of witnessing the healing work of pediatric hospitals in developing countries. Brant emphasizes the significance of living by Jesus' teachings, such as casting our worries on God and embracing a mindset of forgiveness and gratitude, to lead a more joyful and fulfilling life. Be sure to connect with Brant Check out his website here https://branthansen.com/ Get his books here Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

What sets the stage for profound, scalable success in ministry? How do we navigate the roadblocks of old paradigms to ignite fresh and meaningful ministry practices? In this episode our hosts Drew and Tim engage in a thought-provoking dialogue with special guest Stephen Webb (Swebb) to address these questions, unpacking striking realities facing modern ministry. Connect with Swebb here: https://www.swebb.fyi/ https://www.instagram.com/stephenpwebb/ Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this "Eyes on Jesus" podcast episode, hosts Drew and Tim discuss how to maximize Sunday morning Church services. They note that showing up with an open heart and a positive attitude, rather than focusing on superficial details, is crucial. Drew explains his Sunday routine which consists of reviewing his sermon one last time, preparing himself both physically and mentally, and genuinely connecting with people when he arrives at the church. They emphasize the importance of arrival time, advising listeners to be early to fully participate, focus, and interact in the service. They advocate an active role in the service through note-taking during the sermon, as people are unlikely to remember everything that was spoken. The hosts encourage listeners to seek people's prayers, noting the power of collective prayer. They also underscore the importance of staying connected throughout the week, getting involved by taking on roles within the church, and 'living out' the sermon by referring back to it throughout the week. Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, hosts Drew and Tim discuss the concept of digital discipleship, an evolving space within global religious dynamics. The conversation explores how churches can purposefully implement digital discipleship, the fusion of age-old spiritual instruction with modern technology. They discuss the upsides and drawbacks of using technology in religious contexts and highlight the essential role of intentionality in any virtual engagement. The discussion also focuses on various tools such as podcasts, digital platforms, and AI technologies like ChatGPT to cultivate online based spiritual growth. The hosts further caution against blurring the lines between genuine discipleship and mere information dissemination while also highlighting the challenges of balancing timeless religious teachings with modern trends. The episode concludes with advice for individuals seeking digital discipleship and underscores the need for disciples to impact change in their communities. Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this podcast episode, Drew and Tim explore the topic of evangelism from various angles. They discuss the idea that evangelism isn't confined to specific roles within the church but is an obligation for every Christian, given the eternal stakes at play. They emphasize the necessity to share faith in every day life situations.. The duo also share strategies for evangelism, discuss the importance of prayer in evangelism, and talk about different types of evangelism such as one-on-one, door-to-door, mass, prison, hospitality, service, media, and friendship evangelism. They encourage listeners to overcome their fear of rejection and step out in faith to evangelize, reminding them to rely on God's wisdom and strength in these circumstances. Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the 'Eyes on Jesus Podcast', host Tim chats with guest Brett Snodgrass, founder of Iron Deep - a unique men's community and a real estate investor. They discuss Brett's faith journey and his latest book 'The Secret War Within'. The book is an allegory depicting spiritual warfare as a vivid picture of men's struggles, highlighting the overwhelming love of God and illustrates how God equips us for battle. Additionally, Brett shares the story behind Iron Deep, which was founded with the aim of providing community and resources for business-minded, entrepreneurial men. The conversation also covers the importance of men's spiritual growth, the power of identity, and the internal battles men often face. Connect with Brett Snodgrass at irondeep.com Get his book The Secret War Withing here https://a.co/d/iikXNm5 Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, Tim welcomes guest Mike Novotny, a full-time minister and host and speaker for the Time of Grace television program. Mike shares his experiences serving God's people and his journey tackling complex and often 'taboo' topics within a Biblical perspective. This includes his personal struggle with pornography addiction, which led him to understand that discussing uncomfortable issues can lead to healing. Mike's latest book, 'Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking about, but Don’t' attempts to address difficult issues such as depression, suicide, sexual intimacy, marriage, LGBTQ+ identity, racial justice and addiction, among others, from a compassionate, Christian point of view. The duo also delve into matters of faith, forgiveness, discipleship, and the importance of bringing to light things that are often kept in the dark within church settings. Be sure to connect with our guest Mike Novotny at his website https://timeofgrace.org/ Get his new book Taboo here https://a.co/d/ez3aGUg Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

We discuss Part 2 of church trends predicted for 2024. Building on the trends we explored in the previous episode, we delve into disruptive trends such as the political influence on churches, the increasing adoption of AI in church operations, and the emergence of a new kind of mega-church pastor. We discuss that churches will need to rethink how they operate to address societal and technological changes. We also shared our own predictions for 2024 including a focus on evangelism, changes to worship styles, and a potential divide in churches becoming either on-fire or apostate. For the blog we reference on Carey Nieuwhof go to https://careynieuwhof.com/church-trends-2024/ Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts! For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, we dive into an examination of church trends projected to disrupt the church in 2024. We specifically discuss the diminishing presence of 'stable churches', the growing presence of millennials, the incoming influence of Generation Z, and the increasing importance of digital components in discipleship. We emphasize the need for churches to adapt to these trends, engage with younger generations, and utilize digital media for discipleship. Be sure to check back next episode for the second part! For the blog we reference from Carey Nieuwhof go to https://careynieuwhof.com/church-trends-2024/ Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

Discernment and a critical spirit are NOT the same thing! In this episode we explore the fine but crucial difference between having a critical spirit and exercising discernment. We underscore the impact of a critical spirit on interpersonal relationships, particularly within the church. Drawing on personal experiences, societal examples, and biblical passages, we provide tips on cultivating discernment, including being alert to personal motives, focusing on one's own shortcomings rather than others', offering encouragement, assuming the best in others, and resisting spiritual attacks. This episode encourages listeners to embrace the nuances of their faith journey, communicate with love and grace, and foster unity in their communities. For Tim's video on the critical spirit, that was referenced in this episode go to https://youtu.be/GtgFRyjVVG4 Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, Drew and Tim describe King David's actions to ensure that the presence of God was at the heart of Jerusalem. Tim has devised a 10-day plan about the Tabernacle of David in the YouVersion Bible App, which he believes is vital to comprehending our current reality as New Testament believers. The hosts talk about David's initial acts as king, the difference between the Tabernacle of Moses and the Tabernacle of David, and the transformation David experienced during his wilderness years. To download Tim's new Bible Plan- https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/41910-the-tabernacle-of-david For the sermon Tim preached on the Tabernacle of David- https://www.youtube.com/live/b9VXXgb33Ws?si=z3OhkKDMpk7nseoN Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of Eyes on Jesus Podcast, hosts Drew and Tim discuss the significance of making New Year's resolutions. They share personal experiences and offer insightful views on setting achievable goals and not getting pressured by society's expectations. The conversation also steers towards the importance of fostering a stronger relationship with God and seeking His guidance in setting resolutions. The hosts also explain how distractions like social media impact our attention spans and can hinder our prayer life. They motivate listeners to identify their distractions and strive for distraction-free prayers, even if it's short in duration, making a special mention about the importance of an accountable and concerted effort towards personal growth and spiritual depth. Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of 'Eyes on Jesus Podcast’ with Drew and Tim, the hosts remind listeners to always keep their focus on Jesus, especially during the turbulent times of the upcoming 2024 election. From discussing whether we should still vote, to preparing our hearts through prayer, they advocate for engaging in political conversations from a position of love and understanding rather than hate and division. They also address our responsibility to pray for our leaders and urge listeners to get involved in politics if they feel a calling. Above all, they stress that no matter the results of earthly elections, Jesus Christ is the true eternal ruler. Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, hosts Drew and Tim discuss the subjects of criticism, haters, and trolls, particularly in relation to their Christian faith and online presence. Delving into personal experiences and insights, they share stories about dealing with criticisms and trolls, especially during their ventures on social media platforms like TikTok. They highlight the power of words and the balance required to manage feedback, as well as the importance of understanding the source and intention behind criticisms. The discussion underscores the necessity of discernment, prayer, and prioritizing relationships over tasks. Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/

In this holiday-themed episode, Drew and Tim discuss ten practical ways to prioritize faith and maintain a focus on Jesus during the Christmas season. They hold a light-hearted conversation on combating the consumerism often associated with the holidays, bringing the conversation back to family, love, gratitude, and the importance of sharing the story of Jesus. Tips include reading the Bible with family, studying Old Testament prophecies, using an Advent calendar, reading faith-focused literature, watching Christ-centered films, understanding the dangers of materialism, and giving faith-based gifts. They also encourage listeners to serve others and share their faith with someone during this season. Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/