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Living on Purpose
Answering your questions about God, life, Christianity, the Bible, and church. Email your questions to john@weareemmanuel.life
Episodes
Living on PurposeJourney of Faith
Everyone is on a journey of faith, we appreciate you joining us for today's podcast. John and Sam discuss the generational choices that Jehoshaphat made and we…
Living on PurposeTake A Stand!
What will you stand for? Welcome back to the podcast! Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for favorite season of the year! Today we…
Living on PurposeMake A Difference
Welcome back to the podcast! Do you struggle with generational sin? Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for favorite styles of pizza!…
Living on PurposeWhen Wisdom Is NOT Heeded
Welcome back to the podcast! How good of a listener are you? Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for favorite places to shop! Today…
Living on PurposeDistraction To Disaster
What does Earth, Wind, Fire, and our podcast have in common? We recorded this episode on the 21st of September :-) Let us know your start, bench, cut answers…
Living on PurposeOff to a GREAT Start
Hey sports fans! We are kicking off into the fall season, with a brand new episode. Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for our college…
Living on PurposeIt's NOT All About YOU
Texting? Calling? Email? Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments! Pastor John and Sam discuss how you can know whether or not you are making…
Living on PurposeDistracted From Worship
SQUIRREL! What distractions get in the way of worshiping God? Paul warned the Corinthian church about it, and the message is still valid in today's church…
Living on PurposeLearn From The Past
"Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it." Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about Paul's warning to the Corinthians to learn…
Living on PurposeSingleness vs. Being Married
Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about the benefits of singleness as it relates to ministry! Scripture references from today's…
Living on PurposeMarried to an Unbeliever
Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about marriage in our day and age compared to marriages in Corinth. Scripture references from…
Living on PurposeTop Eleven Intentional Tips for Marriage
We are BACK IN ACTION, people! Thanks for coming back to the podcast, we've missed you! Pastor John and Sam talk about some of the best tips for being…
Living on PurposeWhat Immature Mindsets Do Christians Need To Overcome?
Pastor John and Sam talk about our new sermon series: "Conflict Management" and taking your faith seriously. This week's sermon was titled "Time To Grow Up."…
Living on PurposeHow do I find and follow the Will of God?
Pastor John and Sam talk about following God's Will today. Too many Christians have misplaced their passion into areas and avenues that produce no eternal…
Living on PurposeWhat risks should I take in my faith journey?
Happy allergy season! Are you willing to take a risk for a reward? Pastor John and Sam talk today about personal risks as well as the risks that Ruth and Boaz…
Living on PurposeWhat Do I Do When Facing Uncertainty?
Who else is loving this series on Ruth? Pastor John and Sam talk today about Boaz being single and Ruth-less (sorry couldn't help it)! Actually, we talk about…
Living on PurposeHow Do I Handle a Crisis In My Life?
Just the 2 of us! Pastor John and Sam are back to recap our newest sermon series "Bitter To Better: The Story of Ruth"! We also brought back the Start, Bench…
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How to raise children to know, love, and serve the Lord?
You're in for a triple treat this week - ANOTHER GUEST SPEAKER joins Pastor John and Sam! Scripture references in this episode for further study: Deuteronomy…
Living on PurposeHow can I positively influence my family?
There is no "Silver bullet" for fixing family problems. You're in for another treat with ANOTHER GUEST SPEAKER this week! Alec Hraba, the Youth Pastor at…
Living on PurposeWhat character qualities should Christians focus on?
You're in for a treat with a GUEST SPEAKER this week! Brandon Robertson, the Campus Director at Emmanuel's Grand Blanc campus joins Sam to talk about the…
Living on PurposeWhat are the Biblical roles for families?
During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. This week's sermon title was "Commitment to Roles."…
Living on PurposeWhat are the top pride problems that affect families?
During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut…
Living on PurposeREWIND from Season 2 - What is Holy Week About?
In this REWIND episode from 2024, Pastor John and Sam talk about the significance of Holy Week. We hope you can join us in person for this Easter weekend on…
Living on PurposeHow to Get Ready for Easter?
In a little over a week, we will celebrate THE GREATEST EVENT IN HUMAN HISTORY - EASTER SUNDAY! Pastor John and Sam talk about the importance of Easter and…
Living on PurposeHow To Support a Spouse With a Toxic Family?
You're in for a treat with a GUEST HOST this week - Ken Tison, the Executive Pastor for Emmanuel joins pastor John to talk about the important topic of…
Living on PurposeWhat Should You Do If Considering Divorce?
We're back in sunny/rainy/cloudy/windy Michigan! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite coffee drink! Scripture references…
Living on PurposeHow Do I Best Apply A Sermon Series To My Spiritual Development?
Greetings from sunny Florida! (Just kidding, we recorded this in cold Michigan.) Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite…
Living on PurposeShould I Be Bold or Quiet During These Polarizing Times?
Warm weather or cold weather, we're so glad you're listening to today's episode! We don't shy away from controversial topics, please listen to this episode…
Living on PurposeHow Should Christians Handle The ICE Situation?
We don't shy away from controversial topics, please listen to this episode with grace and patience! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is…
Living on PurposeWhy is men's ministry important?
Have a SUPER week, listeners! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for Super Bowl appetizers! Scripture references in today's episode for further study…
Living on PurposeHow to read the Bible better in 2026?
Warm yourself up with a new episode! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for vacation destinations. Scripture references in today's episode for further…
Living on PurposeIs the USA the "Mystery Babylon" from Revelation?
Bundle up for a hot podcast episode! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our favorite potato chip flavors. Scripture references in today's episode for…
Living on PurposeTop 10 New Years Commitments
Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for upscale fast food options. Ten Achievable Goals for 2026: 1) More Bible Reading - Romans 10:17 2) Less Anxious…
Living on PurposeNew Years REALIZATIONS (SEASON 4 LAUNCH)
Celebrate with us! Thanks so much for staying with us for 3 whole seasons, we're pumped to start the NEW YEAR off with our 4th season of the podcast! Let us…
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Is the Annihilation Theory Biblical?
It's a Holly, Jolly podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Least Favorite Christmas Songs. Scripture references in today's episode for…
Living on PurposeDo I Need "Milk" or "Meat" From The Bible?
Welcome back to the podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Christmas Movies Edition - It's A Wonderful Life, Home Alone, and Elf. Scripture…
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Does the Bible support spanking children?
Welcome back to the podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Winter Activities edition - Sledding, Skiing, and Snowball fights. John and Sam…
Living on PurposeWhat are YOU thankful for?
Pastor John and Sam are just a couple of jive turkeys. We want to hear what YOU'RE thankful for! Go to our facebook page and leave a comment on our…
Living on PurposeWhat Happened in the 400 "Silent Years" Between the OT and NT?
Welcome back to the podcast! We're running low on questions, so send them in soon! Scripture references in today's episode: Malachi 4:5-6; Daniel 8:14; Psalm…
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What Hinders Our Prayers?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Date Night Options Edition. Scripture references in today's episode…
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What is the Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Fall Favorites edition! Scripture references in today's…
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Mental Health Issues - (Part 2) - Season 2 REWIND
John and Sam talk about laying out 7 intentional steps to help people dealing with mental health issues. (This is Part 2 of our discussion about mental health…
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Mental Health Issues (Part 1) - Season 2 REWIND
In this rerun episode from season 2 in January of 2024, John and Sam talk about some unhealthy extreme approaches to people with mental health disorders and…
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Can People Look Down From Heaven?
Thanks for listening today - let us know in the comments about your Start-Bench-Cut answers: Weather edition! Scripture references in this episode: Hebrews…
Living on PurposeWhat security precautions does Emmanuel take?
After a serious local tragedy, Pastor John and Sam talk about the steps that Emmanuel has in place to make our community safe. Scripture references in this…
Living on PurposeWill Demons Flee Around Christians?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Michigan Treasures edition! Scripture references in today's episode…
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How should Christians respond after Charlie Kirk's murder?
Scripture references in today's episode: Nehemiah 2; Genesis 50:20; 1 Kings 19:10-18; John 15:18-19; Ephesians 6:12 If you have a podcast question, you can…
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S3:Ep38 - How to engage your family in spiritual things this fall?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - "Fall Events" edition. Scripture references in today's episode: Matthew 6:19-21 If you…
Living on PurposeS3:EP37 - What New Changes Are Coming At Emmanuel?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - Vacations edition. Topics covered in this episode are for specifically for those who…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep36 - What are best practices for back to school?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game -School Experience edition. Scripture references in today's episode: Colossians 3:23-24…
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S3:Ep35: What harvest is Paul speaking of in Romans?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - FALL TREATS EDITION. Scripture references in today's episode: Romans 1:13; Galatians…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep34 - How Were The Gentiles Saved Before Jesus?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - UP NORTH EDITION. Scripture references in today's episode: Genesis 15:4-7; John 3:16…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep33 - Why recommend a summer camp?
Thanks for listening today! And welcome to our special guest Alec Hraba - our new youth pastor! Let us know in the comments your answers to the…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep32 - What are some Christian book recommendations?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game. Book recommendations in this episode: "Gentle and Lowly" by Dane Ortlund "Not a Fan" by…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep31 - What is "spiritual meat" vs "milk"?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - SEASONS EDITION. Scripture references in today's episode: Hebrews 5:11-14 & 5:7-11; 1…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep30 - Fourth of July Fun and Gratitude
Thanks for listening today! Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game. Scripture references in today's episode: Philippians 1:27…
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S3:EP29 - What should be my approach to all the chaos in the world?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Proverbs 3:5-6; Philippians 4:7-8; Romans 13. If you have a podcast question, you can…
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S3:Ep28 - How do I stay connected to Jesus during the summer?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Deuteronomy 6 If you have a podcast question, you can email…
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S3:Ep27 - Can angels and demons be destroyed in spiritual warfare?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Ephesians 6:12-13; Genesis 3; Matthew 4; Luke 4; 1 Thessalonians 2:18; Job 1; 1 Peter 5:8…
Living on PurposeS3:Ep26 - Why are missions trips important?
Thanks for listening today! Pastor John recounts his experiences from his recent trip to Kusel, Germany. Scripture references in today's episode: Acts 1:8; 2…