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Latest Episodes:

If I’m Really a Christian, Why Do I Keep on Sinning? Dec 11, 2023

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Each week, we’ll be posting a special short version of each 12 Truths and a Lie podcast on Ask Me Anything. To listen to the full version and subscribe, just visit AccessMore at www. accessmore.com/pd/12-Truths–A-Lie-Podcast-by-JD-Greear

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Do you ever feel stuck in your sin? Do you ever wish you were more able to kick old habits and overcome old temptations?

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. walks us through the temptation of Jesus, showing us how Satan brings his battle against Jesus-and against us. He doesn’t begin where we might expect, enticing Jesus to do sinful things. He begins, instead, with identity.

You’ll learn to spot the three traps Satan always uses, and you’ll hear about the one truth that enables you to withstand any attack.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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Why Does God Care so Much About My Sex Life? Dec 04, 2023

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Do you remember the first time someone had “the talk” with you? Chances are, they didn’t pick up their Bible to walk you through God’s view of sex.

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. walks through 1 Corinthians 6, showing us that sex is more than just biology, but a deeply spiritual reality. In our day, with so much confusion about sex, we need this teaching more than ever.

You’ll learn how God designed sex, where our society gets sex wrong, and what we can do with our own sexual guilt and shame.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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How Should Christians Handle Political Differences? Nov 27, 2023

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When was the last time you had a political discussion with another believer? (Did it go well?)

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. teaches about the four myths Americans believe about politics-myths that are just as active inside the church as outside it. These four myths tend to turn political discussions into raging arguments, so it’s important that we recognize them and learn to avoid them.

You’ll learn how to navigate political differences without compromising your convictions, setting your hope not on the stars and stripes of our flag, but in the scars and stripes of our Savior.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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How Could a Good God Send People to Hell? Nov 20, 2023

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If you had 10 minutes and a divine eraser, what do you think you’d remove from the Bible? If you’re like most people, you might erase the idea of hell.

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. shows us why it would be disastrous to remove hell from our Bibles. Hell may be a difficult doctrine to wrestle with, but when seen from God’s vantage point, it is essential to knowing, loving, and worshiping God.

You’ll be challenged to see God’s wrath for what it is-an expression of his goodness, justice, patience, and love.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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I Believe in God… Why Do I Still Have So Much Anxiety? Nov 13, 2023

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What would you say makes you more anxious than anything else? Money, work, being alone, losing someone you love?

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. addresses an emotion that we’ve all felt (and that all of us would like to feel less often)-anxiety. We know Jesus says we should not be anxious. But Jesus doesn’t just leave us there: He provides a way of healing for the anxious soul.

You’ll learn more about what fuels your anxiety, as well as what you can do to overcome it.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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How Can I Know God’s Will for My Life? Nov 06, 2023

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When you’re looking for God’s guidance in a situation, don’t you wish he would just write the answer out in the sky? Or, maybe, send you a personalized text message?

In this episode of “12 Truths & a Lie,” Pastor J.D. answers the question he gets more than any other: How can I know God’s will for my life? When faced with a tough life choice-about school, about work, about your relationships-many people are terrified they’ll somehow miss God’s will.

But God’s will isn’t some mysterious target we’re aiming at in the dark. As you’ll learn in this episode, the more important question is not how God guides, but whom God guides.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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Why Isn’t God Answering My Prayers? Oct 30, 2023

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Have you ever wondered why God answers some prayers, but not others? Some of the most painful moments in the Christian life revolve around unanswered prayer.

In this episode of 12 Truths & A Lie, Pastor J.D. talks about this universal, but disorienting, experience. He shows us, through the life of the patriarch Jacob, what God is up to when he seems so silent and distant.

You’ll learn five of the most common reasons God says “no” to our prayers, as well as helpful tips you can use in your prayers today.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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How Could God Have Ordained the Old Testament Conquests? Oct 23, 2023

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In this episode of 12 Truths & A Lie, Pastor J.D. answers the question, “How could God have ordained the Old Testament conquest?” You’ll see why the morals of the Bible, while offensive to many, are actually the most liberating, just, and transformative rules ever written.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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If God is Really in Control, Why is There so Much Evil and Suffering? Oct 16, 2023

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In this episode of 12 Truths & A Lie, Pastor J.D. answers one of the most ancient questions throughout Christianity: Is God really in control? And if so, why is there so much evil and suffering? To start answering this question, we have to understand the bigness of God. A lot of people struggle with this question because they like to think of God as a slightly bigger, and slightly smarter version of themselves.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

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How Can I Discover My Purpose on Earth? Oct 09, 2023

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Have you ever been in the midst of some task-something lifegiving, challenging, and exciting all at once-and thought, “Man, it seems like I was made for this!”? What if that feeling wasn’t just a fleeting thought, but a picture of reality? What if God actually has given you a specific task, some way to reflect his kingdom?

In this episode of “12 Truths & A Lie,” Pastor J.D. teaches us what God thinks about our work. Many of us haven’t given that a lot of thought. What does God have to do with my job? Actually, quite a bit! Through your work, God can fulfill promises, display his redemption, and advance his mission.

Whether you’re a builder or a banker, a student, or a stay-at-home mom, you’ll learn the five ways you can approach your work from a uniquely Christian perspective.

Want to ask J.D. a question? Head to our Ask Me Anything hub to submit your question. We’ll pick Ask Me Anything back at the end of the year.

As always, don’t forget to rate and review this podcast!

Find Pastor J.D. on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.