Personal Growth Episodes

“Am I my brother’s keeper?” Absolutely. It’s up to each one of us, as believers, to reach out a hand of unity and build up our brothers and sisters in Christ. Learn more about what that looks like in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) There Is No Spectator Christianity (05:00) The Great White Throne Judgment (08:30) Every Knee Will Bow and Every Tongue Confess (10:30) Atheism Agnosticism and Willful Ignorance (16:30) Who Do You Say That I Am CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates...

Whether it’s a slight course correction or a dramatic U-turn, there are times in life when we need to alter our direction. If you are not fully engaged in pursuing God and all that He has for you, it’s time to change your course! Learn more in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) “Repent” Means Turn Around (04:20) Don’t Judge, Do All Unto the Lord (06:10) Synthetic Relationships: AI, Convenience, and a Fake World (09:30) God Came in Human Flesh (14:50) Repent and Believe: The Gosp...

Money is a big deal! How should we handle it, think about it, and is money evil? Find out what Jesus and the Bible say to us about money and learn how to apply that to your life in practical ways. (00:00) Money as an Altar of Worship (05:01) Work, Dignity, and God’s Design (08:07) Obedience in Finances Brings Blessing (12:05) The Love of Money and Its Dangers (18:56) Saving Early and Being Faithful in Little (21:32) Borrowing, Debt, and Using Credit Wisely (32:49) True Blessings Are Greater Tha...

As Christians, our goal is to have a faith that is grounded in prayer, the Word of God, and the pursuit of becoming more like Jesus. Learn how to mature in your faith through spiritual disciplines that not only build up your life but also bless the people around you. (00:01) Christianity Is Yield Not Performance (03:50) God’s Watchful Love and Loyal Hearts (05:00) Repentance and Running Toward God (07:45) Living Water and the Indwelling Spirit (10:30) You Must Be Born Again (11:55) The First Bo...

“Am I my brother’s keeper?” Absolutely. It’s up to each one of us, as believers, to reach out a hand of unity and build up our brothers and sisters in Christ. Learn more about what that looks like in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) The Call to Discernment Without Condemnation (03:18) Unity Grounded in Truth Rather Than Tolerance (05:46) Faith, Evidence, and Receiving One Another in Christ (10:48) Accountability, Judgment, and Standing Before Christ (14:11) Tradition, Division...

Would you say that love is your default setting? For most of us, it’s a struggle to react to this world lovingly. But as we draw nearer to God and depend more on the Holy Spirit to lead and guide us, we will be able to set aside impatience, anger, and frustration and instead draw from God’s never-ending love. (00:00) New believers have zeal and the church matures together (03:19) Why grace produces freedom and legalism produces rules (06:38) Christian freedom is not permission to premeditate si...

God wants to do great and mighty works in your life, but that requires you to first be real and authentic with Him and with others. Let’s remove all facades and allow the Holy Spirit to move in and through us, to the glory of God. (00:00) Knowing God Beyond Songs and Words (03:02) Salvation Was God’s Idea From the Beginning (06:05) The Promised Redeemer Who Crushes the Enemy (09:58) God Reveals Himself Personally to His People (12:59) Living Unashamed of the Gospel of Christ (15:30) Faith, Not ...

The world never shies away from pushing us toward a self-centered way of thinking. But how does one care for themselves without crossing into narcissistic behavior—where the sole focus becomes oneself rather than others? What does the Bible tell us about how to truly find peace for the weary soul seeking genuine self-care? (00:00) Is Self-Care Needed or Narcissistic? (06:58) The Problem with Living for “Me” (09:23) A Better Definition of Self-Care (14:37) Self-Reliance and the Birth of Anxiety ...

Christians should be known by their love for one another and for the world, but so often, we are too busy, too distracted, or too focused on ourselves to really show God’s love. It’s time we pay attention to what the people in our lives are going through so that we can walk alongside them in love. (00:00) Now is the time (03:39) Love must match home life (06:12) Entropy, time, and an end (10:36) Times, seasons, readiness (15:22) Salt, light, and urgency (17:48) Salvation assurance vs assumption...

Jesus gave us a new commandment in John 13 to love one another the way He loves us. He didn’t just command it; He demonstrated it. Learn more about the characteristics and nature of the love that Christ shows us and how it should overflow into the lives of those around us. (00:00) A new commandment (05:53) The Spirit won’t allow it (06:38) Love covers sin (09:47) Repentance and reality (15:41) A cultural crisis CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-pod...

Do you feel like you’ve messed things up in your life? Do you start the new year with high hopes, thinking you’ll start over, only to find yourself discouraged once more? God’s Word gives us guidance and direction on how to redeem our time and thrive in every season of life. (00:00) A dangerous day: truth is harder to find (04:18) Why time matters (09:22) What must change in the new season? (14:07) Steward your time (21:29) Discernment in deception CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK: Get Updates via Tex...

Regardless of your finances, as a Christian, you are indebted to others. The debt you owe is a debt of love, and you should spend your entire life paying that debt to the people God has placed in your life. Find out more about this topic in today’s exciting episode of the Jack Hibbs podcast. (00:00) “Love is love” vs God’s definition of love (03:55) Owing one another love, not debt (Romans 13:8) (11:33) Keeping your word as an expression of love (15:30) Love fulfills the law (18:25) Loving God ...

Many people think the role of a Christian is simply to go to church, read their Bibles, and pray—checking off the boxes on their list as they do. But God has called us to so much more. If Christians were to fully embrace their God-given role, the world would sit up and take notice because it would be countercultural, revolutionary, and God-glorifying. (00:00) The Christian’s role in society and culture (05:45) Obeying God rather than man (Acts 5) (10:35) The unstoppable proclamation of the gosp...

Lately, we’ve been hearing many people publicly sharing their own biblical interpretations and what they believe the Bible really means when it mentions certain things. Is there really a heaven and a hell? Is heaven really forever? What do you do when you suddenly hear a challenging God’s Word? (05:37) Genesis pattern (08:17) Rejecting “smart code-breaker” Christianity (15:15) The danger of “hear everything” Christianity (20:49) Warning: microphones and cameras don’t equate to authority (29:21)...

To know what is good and not do it is a sin. We are called to be people who continually do good. In this week’s episode of Real Life with Jack Hibbs, we will see how that applies to government, citizenship, and our leaders. What good are we called to do for our nation, state, city, and community? (00:00) Understanding God's Authority in Governance (09:01) Divine Government and Human Responsibility (17:20) The Influence of God in Governance CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https:...

Perhaps you are walking a road filled with challenges, setbacks, and obstacles. God can use those things to mold you into the image of His Son Jesus Christ, which is the ultimate destination for the believer. Don’t be afraid of hardship. God has a purpose and a plan for all of it. (00:00) The Battle of the Believer (15:54) Healing Through Confession and Repentance CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Website: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagram...

Pastor Jack sits down with Katy Faust for a high-speed conversation revolving around the rights of children as they pertain to gay marriage, surrogacy, and much more. Join us for this fast-paced and challenging episode. Katy Faust is Founder and President of Them Before Us, a global movement defending children’s right to their mother and father. She publishes, speaks, and testifies widely on why marriage and family are matters of justice for children. (00:00) Impactful Interview With Katy Faust...

It’s only when we come to the end of ourselves that we reach the beginning of all that God has for us. When we deny ourselves and follow Jesus, we can expect to live blessed, purposeful, and effective lives. Let’s focus on “the end of us” in today’s episdoe of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) Power of the Gospel (07:28) Denying Self and Embracing Christ (17:42) Warning of Consequences for Wrongdoing CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Websit...

The surprising twist of Christian living is that when we pursue the things that we think will make our lives richer, better, longer, or fuller, they slip through our grasp. But when we give our lives away, we gain more than we can ask, think, or imagine. Find out more about this beautiful truth by watching today’s episdoe of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) Encouraging and Good Life (16:54) David's Downfall and Redemption CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jac...

We cannot truly live life to the fullest until we put to death our focus on self. Living for Jesus and others allows the floodgates of living water to be opened in every area of our lives. Learn more from Pastor Jack in today’s episdoe of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) The Power of Endings and Beginnings (09:11) Power of Gossip and Judgement (17:14) Self-Judgment and Biblical Application CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Website: https:/...

Join us for our second, rapid-fire round of YOUR questions! Pastor Jack is given a series of listener questions and has no prior knowledge of what they are, and has 60 seconds to answer. We hope you enjoy this fun and fast-paced episode with the goal of always learning more about God's Word. Check out the first round of Rapid Fire questions, CLICK HERE: https://tinyurl.com/3zrnsn5t (00:00) Rapid Fire Q&A With Jack Hibbs (09:43) Origins of Pride and Social Drinking (13:16) Gender Roles and Bapt...

When we focus on ourselves, we end up discontent and depressed. But when we shift our focus to others, God blesses and prospers our efforts, and we find ourselves happier and healthier. Learn more in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) Weeping and Rejoicing Together (12:59) Breaking Cliques, Ending Partiality (17:53) The Danger of Pride and Arrogance CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Website: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagra...

If you’re busted, you’ve been caught in the act. Is that enough to change your heart and behavior, or will you just look for better ways to get away with your wrongdoing? It’s better to be broken, brought to a place of surrender and repentance, so that God can set you on the path to a better future. Learn more by listening to today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast now! (00:00) Busted or Broken (13:46) Living and Dying for Jesus (19:13) Unwavering Faith Amid Division CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK...

There's a lot of talk about justice and forgiveness as the world recently watched Erika Kirk publicly forgive her husband's alleged assassin. In this episode, Pastor Jack shares insights into what the Bible has to say about forgiveness and how we are to apply it to others, as well as what it means in regard to our relationship with God. (00:00) Forgiveness and Biblical Truth Explanation (14:12) Justice, Mercy, and Forgiveness (26:06) Supporting Jack Hibbs Podcast Outreach CONNECT WITH PASTOR J...