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Daily Thunder Podcast
With a passionate heart for Christian discipleship, the majesty and centrality of Jesus Christ, and the life-changing power of the Gospel, the Daily Thunder podcast is a daily teaching series from the Bible to exhort, equip, and encourage Christians down the Narrow Way of the Cross. Taught by Eric Ludy, Nathan Johnson, and other guests – now you can have a little of the Ellerslie Discipleship boom, grit, and oomph thundering daily in your earbuds.
Episodes
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1117: The Power of Blessing // Legendary 08 (Eric Ludy)
This is the eighth episode in Eric’s powerful series about his late father. In this particular episode Eric brings us into the moment when his dad gave him a…
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1116: Living in Light of the Spirit // Jesus in Every Area of Life 07 (Nathan Johnson)
Paul is adamant that we throw off the things of this world and live in light of Christ Jesus who indwells us through His Spirit. Anything that is unlike Him…
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1115: Doing the Hard Things // Legendary 07 (Eric Ludy)
This is the seventh episode in Eric’s powerful series about his late father. In this particular episode Eric shares some powerful moments in his relationship…
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1114: How do we handle baptism? // The Round Table 05 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
Baptism can be a divisive topic in the church and we tend to either place way too much emphasis on it or not enough. In this episode, Eric and Nathan sit down…
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1113: Do Not Grieve the Holy Spirit // Jesus in Every Area of Life 06 (Nathan Johnson)
As Christians, we are not only “image bearers” of the living God, but we are also filled with His Spirit. As such, we are called to live holy, godly, and…
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1112: The Dirt on My Dad // Legendary 06 (Eric Ludy)
If you are a fellow father, it’s tough hearing Eric brag and brag about how his dad was so amazing. It’s especially difficult, if you don’t feel like you are…
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1111: What Comes Out // Jesus in Every Area of Life 05 (Nathan Johnson)
As believers, our words are meant to edify, build up, and encourage one another. We are to strengthen the faith of those around us, pushing others toward…
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1110: In the Studio with My Son, Hudson // Legendary 05 (Eric Ludy)
Hudson Ludy (19), joins Eric in the studio this week for a unique and special father-son message, as they talk about the legacy left by Winston Ludy. Eric…
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1109: Putting on the Parachute // The Round Table 04 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
Christians are called “believers,” yet most of us separate the concepts of belief and faith in our minds and in how we live. In this episode, Eric and Nathan…
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1108: Always With Something to Share // Jesus in Every Area of Life 04 (Nathan Johnson)
Every Christian should be ready to share what they have with those in need—whether it be finances, time, resource, or love. In Ephesians 4:28, Paul reminds us…
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1107: Lowercase Love // Legendary 04 (Eric Ludy)
This is episode four in Eric’s series entitled, Legendary. In this episode Eric explores the powerful intent of fatherhood and how it is profoundly positioned…
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1106: What’s so Amazing About Grace? // The Round Table 03 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
Grace truly is amazing. But why? While we have all heard the term "grace" used in church, many of us think of it as "mercy" or the kindness of God … but grace…
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1105: Is it Okay to be Angry? // Jesus in Every Area of Life 03 (Nathan Johnson)
Anger is a difficult emotion to deal with in the Christian life. Is it okay to be angry, and if so how do I know if what I'm angry over is a righteous or…
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1104: Jamaica Mon // Legendary 03 (Eric Ludy)
This is episode three in Eric’s series entitled, Legendary. In this episode Eric unpacks the impact of his German heritage on his life and how his dad chose to…
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1103: Freed from the Wacko // The Round Table 02 (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
Within the Church, the Holy Spirit is typically either an exciting subject or something you avoid at all costs. Yet, as Eric and Nathan discuss, the Holy…
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1102: Laying Down Lying // Jesus in Every Area of Life 02 (Nathan Johnson)
As Christians, our lives must be marked by the truth. Because God does not lie and because we are members of one body, we must aggressively throw any lie…
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1101: The Gift of a New Beginning // Legendary 02 (Eric Ludy)
This is episode two in Eric’s powerful new series entitled, Legendary. In this series, Eric is showcasing the world-altering impact of a simple life lived…
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1100: Freeing the Hostages // The Round Table (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
In this brand new series, Eric Ludy and Nathan Johnson discuss the importance of words and why it’s so important for us to think biblically about words we use…
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1099: Therefore … // Jesus in Every Area of Life 01 (Nathan Johnson)
Jesus is to have first place (be preeminent) in every area of our lives. He is not an add-on to our lives, He is to be our lives—which should radically…
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1098: Win One For The Gipper // Legendary 01 (Eric Ludy)
A child often doesn’t see the great sacrifice of a parent. In fact, they more often than not, take their parent's care and attentions for granted and even…
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1097: What’s Coming Next (Eric Ludy + Nathan Johnson)
In this week between series, Eric and Nathan sit down at their new round table to discuss the three new series that launch next week. Hear them talk about the…
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1096: Always the Same // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 16
God is always the same … and that is a very good thing. In this final episode of the Life Lessons series, Eric and Nathan discuss God’s primary attribute: His…
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1095: LIFE in the Word // Life in the Word 12 (Nathan Johnson)
The goal of discipleship and spiritual growth is full maturity and conformity to Christ—to be Christlike and walk in godliness and holiness in everything we…
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1094: The Blackstone Hotel // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 12 (Eric Ludy)
In this twelfth and final episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he unpacks the moving story of Roosevelt’s and Taft’s providential encounter in the…
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1093: Preaching to Your Soul // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 15
Christians never graduate from the basic foundations of the faith … and as such, we need to exhort our souls and preach truth to ourselves. In this life…
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1092: How to Abide in the Word // Life in the Word 11 (Nathan Johnson)
Christians are called to abide and abound in Christ … but what does it mean to practically abide in Christ and how do we do it? In this study, Nathan not only…
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1091: The Fracture // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 11 (Eric Ludy)
In this eleventh episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he shares the anatomy of the breakup of two wonderful friends. How can two men (Roosevelt and…
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1090: Making a Masterpiece // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 14
In one of the world’s greatest pieces of art, Michelangelo’s statue of David, we discover a spiritual truth that is relevant to us all. In this life lesson…
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1089: Saturation of Scripture // Life in the Word 10 (Nathan Johnson)
While most Christians skim the surface of Scripture, we should strive to live within it. This should not an occasional visit, but a lifelong pursuit of knowing…
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1088: The Friend // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 10 (Eric Ludy)
In this tenth episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he zooms in close on Roosevelt's world-altering friendship with William Howard Taft. This one…
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1087: The Low Path // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 13
In the greatest demonstration of humility, God became man; the highest became low. In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan talk about one of the chief…
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1086: The Author Lives Inside You // Life in the Word 09 (Nathan Johnson)
Reading and studying Scripture is an incredible privilege, not just because it’s God’s Word, but because we get to study with the Author Himself. If we are…
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1085: The Ever Ready Soldier // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 09 (Eric Ludy)
In this ninth episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he unpacks Teddy's unexpected and remarkable response to WW1. As an older man Roosevelt petitioned…
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1084: Leap for Joy // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 12
In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan discuss one of their favorite concepts: leaping for joy. Regardless of circumstance or situation, we are called to choose…
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1083: You Need Heartburn // Life in the Word 08 (Nathan Johnson)
The entire Bible is a declaration of the Person and work of Jesus Christ; every page of Scripture points to the Author and His finished work upon the Cross…
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1082: A Very Big Boy // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 08 (Eric Ludy)
In this eighth episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he explores the indomitable boyish fervor stowed inside this amazing man. At the age of fifty-three…
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1081: The Upside Down Kingdom // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 11
In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan talk about how Christianity is an upside down kingdom and how this, though completely counter to the world, is actually a…
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1080: The Purpose for Coming to Scripture // Life in the Word 07 (Nathan Johnson)
As believers, we know we should read and study Scripture … but why? While we may come to the Bible for a variety of reasons, there must be two primary…
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1079: Shooting a Bull Moose // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 07 (Eric Ludy)
In this seventh episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he discusses one of the most amazing events in this man’s extraordinary life. It was the time…
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1078: The Principle of the Puddle // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 10
As we talked about in the last life lesson, God is Jehovah Jireh, the God of provision. In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan take the concept even further and…
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1077: God is Speaking // Life in the Word 06 (Nathan Johnson)
God is speaking! He is not silent. The question throughout Scripture is not “does God speak?” but rather, “am I listening and obeying?” If we desire to have…
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1076: McKinley’s Down // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 06
In this sixth episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he explores the necessity of calm and confidence in the toolbox of the great leader. When all is…
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1075: Discovering God's Provision // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 09
There is a stunning story from the pilgrims as they came to America that shows the providence and provision of our God. In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan…
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1074: Dancing Beyond WWJD // Life in the Word 05 (Nathan Johnson)
In ballroom dance, the woman responds to the lead of the man. In the Christian life, the believer depends upon and responds to the lead of Christ. Jesus used…
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1073: Craving the Crowded Hour // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 05 (Eric Ludy)
In this fifth episode in Eric’s series on Teddy Roosevelt, he takes a plunge into the inner thoughts, motivations, and outlook of the man. Teddy craved his…
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1072: The Benefit of Manure // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 08
While most people get as far from manure as possible, there is a great benefit that comes from it when we allow God to use it in our lives. In this life…
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1071: The Poetry of Christ // Life in the Word 04 (Nathan Johnson)
If we are going to live in and through Christ, the question becomes how do we do it? Scripture makes it clear that it is not through mental toughness and…
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1070: Fearless Four-Eyes // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 04 (Eric Ludy)
In this fourth episode in Eric’s new series on Teddy Roosevelt, he unpacks the formative season of this great man. It wasn't in the comfortable shade of an…
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1069: A Special Daily Thunder Christmas with Eric and Nathan
Merry Christmas from Ellerslie! In this special Christmas episode, Eric and Nathan sit down and talk about their favorite Christmas Day meditations and…
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1068: Mary Style // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 07
Though Mary and Martha were sisters with similar names, their approach to Jesus was drastically different. In this life lesson, Eric and Nathan talk about…
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1067: Friendship with the Living God // Life in the Word 03 (Nathan Johnson)
As believers, we have a choice of who we will grow in friendship with—the world or with the Living God. And as incredible as it is to grasp, God wants an…
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1066: Facing the Unthinkable // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 03 (Eric Ludy)
In this third episode in Eric’s new series on Teddy Roosevelt, he brings us into the most challenging moment of T.R.’s young life. And then shows how the great…
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1065: The Principle of No // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 06
Is it more spiritual to say “yes” or to say “no”? While we may not publicly ask the question, many of us have struggled with priorities and determining what to…
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1064: Knowing Jesus // Life in the Word 02 (Nathan Johnson)
If we are going to experience life in Christ, we must first know Him—not an academic, informational knowing, but a deep, relational, intimate kind of knowing…
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1063: A Bully Buffalo Hunt // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 02 (Eric Ludy)
In this second episode in Eric’s new series on Teddy Roosevelt, he takes us on a buffalo hunt in the wild west with a young T.R. It’s a crazy adventure that is…
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1062: Piles of Stones // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 05
Numerous times throughout the Bible we are told to remember and not forget. Yet we naturally drift toward forgetfulness unless we are intentional. In this life…
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1061: Abiding and Abounding in Christ // Life in the Word 01 (Nathan Johnson)
As Christians, we are called to live from and through the life of Christ. Because we have been crucified with Christ, we are no longer our own, for we have…
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1060: The Cure for the Weakling // Life and Leadership Lessons from Teddy Roosevelt 01 (Eric Ludy)
Eric kicks off his new Winter series with this powerful message on the transformative power of difficulty. The life of Teddy Roosevelt is an amazing picture of…
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1058: In the Shepherd's Shadow // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 03
In this third life lesson, Eric and Nathan talk about the importance of waiting. As Christians we have the tendency to either rush faster than God is moving or…
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1059: Rules vs. Relationship // Eric and Nathan’s Life Lessons 04
In this fourth life lesson, Eric and Nathan talk about the radical difference between rules and relationships. Many believers tend to lean toward legalism and…