Friday, January 10: Summary

In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of faith, grief, and the miraculous power of Jesus as they discuss the story of Lazarus. They delve into the emotional depth of Jesus' compassion, the significance of his miracles, and the reactions of those around him. The discussion highlights the importance of faith in times of difficulty and the humanity of Jesus, culminating in the profound moment of Lazarus' resurrection and its implications for belief and prophecy.

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Thursday, January 9th: On today’s episode of The Daily Grind, we’re diving into Proverbs, the Bible’s guide to everyday wisdom—but with an important reminder: Proverbs are not promises. Misunderstanding this can lead to disappointment in God when life doesn’t turn out as expected. Join John as he unpacks Proverbs 14 and explores three powerful truths:

• Proverbs 14:4 reminds us that success is messy, especially in church life, where welcoming imperfect people brings both challenges and growth.
• Proverbs 14:12 warns us not to trust our instincts or cultural norms but to rely on God’s Word to guide us toward the narrow path of life.
• Proverbs 14:31 challenges us to honor God by how we treat others, especially the poor, because every person carries the image of their Creator.

Through relatable stories, including an antique family rocking chair that holds more value for its legacy than its appearance, this episode highlights how God’s wisdom applies to the beauty and complexity of life. Tune in for practical, faith-enriching lessons to inspire your walk with Jesus! ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Wednesday, January 8: Words carry immense power—they can heal or hurt, build up or tear down. In this episode of The Daily Grind, we dive into Proverbs 10 to uncover the wisdom behind how we use our speech. From the dangers of slander and flattery to the life-giving potential of gentle, truthful words, we’ll explore how our words reflect the state of our hearts. Along the way, we’ll look at how prayer and a deeper connection with Jesus, the Word made flesh, can transform us from the inside out. Are your words bringing life or causing harm? Join us as we unpack practical steps to guard our tongues and align our speech with God’s wisdom and love. Let’s discover how speaking wisely can bring healing, strengthen relationships, and reflect God’s truth in our everyday lives. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Tuesday, January 7th: In this episode of The Daily Grind, John explores the timeless voice of wisdom as described in Proverbs 8. Drawing a fascinating parallel to the oldest recorded human voice, which remained unheard for over a century, John delves into the transcendent and life-changing nature of God’s wisdom. He unpacks how wisdom, personified as a woman calling out at the crossroads, invites us to live in harmony with God’s design. From creation’s foundation to practical, everyday decisions, wisdom shapes not just our choices but our very character. John also highlights how Jesus embodies wisdom, offering a relational and transformative call to follow Him. Tune in to reflect on how God’s voice is reaching out to you today and discover how responding to wisdom can lead to a life that aligns with the Creator’s purposes. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Monday, January 6th: In this episode of The Daily Grind, John explores how cultural norms often blur the lines between wisdom and compromise, particularly in the realms of purity, fidelity, and relationships. Using insights from Proverbs, John highlights the importance of aligning our lives with God’s design, especially in a culture that normalizes casual attitudes toward sex, marriage, and singleness. He delves into the dangers of consumerism in relationships and the impact of living outside God’s boundaries. With practical applications, encouragement for those struggling with past mistakes, and a reminder of God’s grace, this episode challenges listeners to take one step toward wisdom this week. Whether you’re married, single, or somewhere in between, this conversation invites you to live counterculturally and experience the joy and freedom of God’s design. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Friday, January 3rd: In this engaging conversation, John and Mariza reflect on their personal journeys, the significance of faith in their lives, and the teachings of Jesus, particularly focusing on the concept of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. They discuss the challenges of leadership, the importance of listening and understanding, and the pursuit of an abundant life filled with peace and purpose. The dialogue emphasizes the need for self-awareness in leadership roles and the transformative power of faith in navigating life's complexities. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Thursday, January 2nd: Life can feel like driving the switchbacks of Pikes Peak—sharp turns, no guardrails, and sheer drops that demand full attention. In today’s episode of The Daily Grind, John unpacks the wisdom of Proverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life." Drawing parallels to our modern lives, John discusses the influences that pollute our hearts—like media overload, unhealthy relationships, and the busyness of hustle culture. He offers practical steps to guard your heart, including filtering your inputs, cultivating godly desires, and surrounding yourself with supportive community. More importantly, John reminds us that true heart transformation starts with surrendering to Jesus. Tune in to discover how to protect your heart and stay on the path to peace, purpose, and intimacy with God. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Wednesday, January 1: What does a “remarkable life” look like to you? Is it defined by wealth, success, or the perfect relationship? In Episode 413 of The Daily Grind, John Spencer dives into Proverbs 3:13–4:27 to uncover God’s blueprint for a life built on wisdom. This isn’t just self-help; it’s divine help, offering clarity in relationships, direction, and health. Discover how wisdom can be your steadfast companion, guide you onto the right path, and transform your heart. Small decisions shape big outcomes, and guarding your heart is the key to flourishing. Tune in for practical insights and an inspiring challenge to seek wisdom above all else. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.