Guided by Faith: Daily Christian Devotions and Advice for Teens and Young Adults

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Ep. 315: God's Will is for You to Enjoy Your Life! Nov 14, 2025

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In this episode, Jay discusses the importance of understanding God's will for our lives, emphasizing that it is meant for us to enjoy life. He reflects on a passage from Ecclesiastes, highlighting the transient nature of life and the significance of finding joy in our daily experiences. Jay encourages listeners to control the narrative in their minds, suggesting that a positive perspective can lead to a more fulfilling life. He also touches on the role of self-discipline and God's guidelines in achieving true joy and abundance.

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Ep. 314: Doing Your Work for God’s Glory Nov 13, 2025

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In this episode, Jay discusses understanding God's will for our lives, particularly in relation to our work. He emphasizes that all work, whether paid or unpaid, should be done for the glory of God. By approaching our responsibilities with excellence and a mindset of stewardship, we can redeem our work and witness to others. Jay encourages listeners to see their tasks as opportunities to honor God, regardless of their personal feelings towards the work.

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Ep. 313: God’s Direction for Every Believer: Make Disciples Nov 12, 2025

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In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay discusses the importance of discerning God's will for our lives, emphasizing that much of it is clearly revealed in Scripture. He focuses on the Great Commission from Matthew 28, encouraging listeners to make disciples as they go about their daily lives. Jay stresses that making disciples is not just the job of pastors or church leaders, but a responsibility for every believer, regardless of age or background. He provides practical insights on how to live out this calling and share faith with others.

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Ep. 312: Following God’s Will in the Way You Treat People Nov 11, 2025

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In this conversation, Jay discusses the importance of understanding God's will, particularly through the lens of love. He emphasizes the two greatest commandments: to love God and to love one's neighbor. Jay explores practical ways to express love, including quality time, physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, and gift giving. He encourages listeners to actively choose to love others, even when feelings may not align, and to view these actions as acts of worship to God.

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Ep. 311: Discerning God’s Will Starts with Loving Him Well Nov 10, 2025

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In this episode, Jay discusses the importance of discerning God's will, starting with the foundational commandment to love God. He explores how loving God can be expressed through various 'love languages' such as quality time, acts of service, words of affirmation, and gift giving. The conversation emphasizes practical ways to deepen one's relationship with God and highlights the significance of treating others with love as a reflection of one's faith.

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Ep. 310: Remember... You Were Made for a Mission Nov 07, 2025

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In this conversation, Jay explores the themes of purpose, worship, and sacrifice from Episode 10, emphasizing that our existence is meant to bring pleasure to God. He discusses how sacrifice, often perceived negatively, is actually a pathway to spiritual growth and deeper relationships with God. Through the story of Jim Elliott, he illustrates the profound impact of sacrifice and encourages listeners to view it as an investment in their faith rather than a loss.

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Ep. 309: Remember... How Not to Miss God's Will for Your Life Nov 06, 2025

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In this episode, Jay discusses the pathways to worship, emphasizing the importance of surrender as a crucial aspect of worship. He reflects on the example of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, illustrating how surrender involves trusting God even in difficult times. Jay encourages listeners to recognize what they surrender to, whether it be God or other influences, and highlights that true worship requires giving up control and embracing God's will.

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Ep. 308: Remember... You Were Created to Become Like Christ Nov 05, 2025

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In revisiting episode 8, Jay discusses the concept of worship, emphasizing that humans are wired for worship and created for God's pleasure. He explores two pathways to worship: gratitude and obedience. Gratitude is highlighted as a foundational step, while obedience is presented as a deeper, transformative act of worship that strengthens one's relationship with God. Jay encourages listeners to embrace obedience even when understanding is lacking, asserting that true worship involves trust and action.

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Ep. 307: Remember... You Were Formed for God's Family Nov 04, 2025

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Jay brings us back to episode 7 where he talks about the importance of gratitude as a pathway to worship. He emphasizes the idea that what you feed will grow and what you starve will die, and applies this concept to various aspects of life. He encourages listeners to focus on gratitude and to make it a habit.

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Ep. 306: Remember... You are Wired for Worship Nov 03, 2025

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In this episode of the Guided by Faith podcast, Jay revisits episode 6 where he explores the theme of worship and its significance in our lives. He emphasizes that humans are inherently wired to worship and discusses the importance of treasuring God above all else. Through various examples, he illustrates how worship can manifest in everyday actions and encourages listeners to find simple ways to bring pleasure to God in their daily lives.

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