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In this episode, we will take a look at Colossians 1:15-20.One of the main components of this podcast is and always will be encouraging regular studying of the Bible. If this is something you haven't gotten a good handle on, episodes like this one will help you get on track. It doesn't have to be complicated or obligatory, and it's one of the best ways to get to know the character and promises of God.***If this podcast has been of value to you, please consider helping defray the costs by clicking the link below. Thanks!Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Story Time: A recent breakfast with some of my closest friends ended with a very unexpected twist.“Do not complain about growing old. It is a privilege denied to many.”— Mark TwainPsalm 90:12 - Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom.  James 4:14 – How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog—it’s here a little while, then it’s gone.  Psalm 39:4 - Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered – how fleeting my life is.Psalm 118:24 - This is the day that the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

This episode marks the beginning of what will be a recurring type of installment wherein I talk to composers, producers, musicians and everything in between; showcasing great music you might not have heard of yet.For this inaugural run , I have the honor of introducing you to Spencer Boliou. He's a producer/performer of some of my favorite music. We discuss his creative evolution from a young kid who dabbled in music to a man who loves God and wants to use his talent to honor God with such good music.***Please consider supporting the The Nook Podcast financially by clicking here: Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, I sit down with Mike and Erin together to discuss where they are in the healing journey. The conversation covers a great deal of how they are working together on a daily basis to restore their fractured marriage.This episode concludes the 4-part series about the effects of pornography on one person, a marriage, and an extended group of friends and family. Pornography may seem harmless, but it can have a significant impact on our mental health, relationships, and faith. It's important that we acknowledge the dangers and work towards having a heart that seeks God holistically; being truthful with ourselves and vulnerable with trusted friends and family.Episode-related resources:If you are looking for help with unhealthy sexual behavior, please check out Pure Desire. Their mission is to provide hope, freedom and healing from sexual brokenness through Jesus Christ.Also, the “I Am Second” organization has teamed up with Joshua Broome to make a free, on-line study available; 10 Steps to Get Freedom From Pornography.XXXchurch was one of the first organizations to take the problem of pornography head on, even when others chose to ignore it. They have great resources and connections available for those needing help.Opening theme song; "Walk in the Valley" by Ross King©2022 Ross King Music - Used with special permissionLyrics:I was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the stormThere’s a peace deep inside meThat can outlast any warI have faced the dark and the dangerThey can’t scare me anymoreI was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the storm ***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire, a ministry whose mission is to provide hope, freedom and healing from sexual brokenness through Jesus Christ.  We discuss some of the deeper elements of what is going on in the mind of a pornography addict.Episode-related resources:If you are looking for help with unhealthy sexual behavior, please check out Pure Desire. Their mission is to provide hope, freedom and healing from sexual brokenness through Jesus Christ.Also, the “I Am Second” organization has teamed up with Joshua Broome to make a free, on-line study available; 10 Steps to Get Freedom From Pornography.XXXchurch was one of the first organizations that took on the problem of pornography head on, even when others chose to ignore it. They have great resources and connections available for those needing help.Opening theme song; "Walk in the Valley" by Ross King©2022 Ross King Music - Used with special permissionLyrics:I was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the stormThere’s a peace deep inside meThat can outlast any warI have faced the dark and the dangerThey can’t scare me anymoreI was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the storm ***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

***If you haven't listened to part 1 of this series, it is highly advised that you do so. Certain portions of this episode would lack contest without hearing the first show.There are two sides to every story, each as important as the other. In this episode, you will meet Erin, Mike's wife. The beginning of dating and then marriage and adding children to the mix were mostly normal for the pair; they would look like a nice family you know from church. However, there was a side of Mike that Erin knew nothing about. Even after asking him on multiple occasions if he ever struggled with pornography and him denying it, she had no idea.Episode-related resources:The entire message from Pastor Mike Todd that was mentioned in this show.If you are looking for help with unhealthy sexual behavior, please check out Pure Desire. Their mission is to provide hope, freedom and healing from sexual brokenness through Jesus Christ.Also, the “I Am Second” organization has teamed up with Joshua Broome to make a free, on-line study available; 10 Steps to Get Freedom From Pornography.XXXchurch was one of the first organizations that took on the problem of pornography head on, even when others chose to ignore it. They have great resources and connections available for those needing help.Opening theme song; "Walk in the Valley" by Ross King©2022 Ross King Music - Used with special permissionLyrics:I was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the stormThere’s a peace deep inside meThat can outlast any warI have faced the dark and the dangerThey can’t scare me anymoreI was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the storm ***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Statistics show that nearly 70% of 10 men and 25% of women struggle with an addiction to pornography. Those are difficult numbers to consider… and sadly, those statistics don’t change much when it comes to those who claim a faith in Christ. In this series, I will introduce you to Mike, a man whose porn addiction began in high school, and his wife, Erin… who had been led to believe that her husband didn’t have this problem. To begin this series, we hear from Mike. He shares about how his first exposure to porn as a young boy was a catalyst to full addiction as a teen. Convinced that it was just a phase that he would grow out of, he could not have imagined how difficult it would be to stop, or how devastating his confession would be for his wife.Episode-related resources:The entire message from Pastor Mike Todd that was mentioned in this episode.If you are looking for help with unhealthy sexual behavior, please check out Pure Desire. Their mission is to provide hope, freedom and healing from sexual brokenness through Jesus Christ. Also, the “I Am Second” organization has teamed up with Joshua Broome to make a free, on-line study available; 10 Steps to Get Freedom From Pornography. XXXchurch was one of the first organizations that took on the problem of pornography head on, even when others chose to ignore it. They have great resources and connections available for those needing help.Opening theme song; "Walk in the Valley" by Ross King©2022 Ross King Music - Used with special permissionLyrics:I was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the stormThere’s a peace deep inside meThat can outlast any warI have faced the dark and the dangerThey can’t scare me anymoreI was made to walk in the valley I was built to stand in the storm ***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, it is such an honor to have Amie Patrick join me to conclude the series of shows titled, Personal Jesus; No Cookie Cutter Faith. In the past seven years, Amie has dealt with so much adversity, most of which was very publicized. In this discussion, she chronicles so much of what went on in three major losses. I believe you will be encouraged to lean heavily into Jesus when nothing in your life seems to make sense.***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode in a round-about-way, I get to pay homage to a group of women that often go unnoticed; our pastor's wife. I have the honor of introducing you to Annie D'Amico. She is a Nursing Director, mother of 2, and for the purposes of this episode, a pastor's wife. I reached out to her because she has built a following just north of 122,000 people on TikTok where shares quite a bit about her very real day-to-day life. No pasted on smiles or fancy dresses; Just Annie... and I really appreciate that. ***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Welcome to The Nook Podcast, where we explore stories of faith, hope, and redemption. In this episode, we are joined by Michael Ray Lewis. Michael grew up as an Atheist and his disbelief in God continued until the age of 26 when his wife told him she felt like Jesus was calling her back. Michael began asking questions about science and evolution that were difficult for many Christians to answer. However, digging deeper, he found out about Christian Apologetics and resources offering evidences for God’s existence. Michael also shares information about a film he is currently producing, titled Universe Designed. This is a documentary that will explore some of the evidences for God’s existence. With interviews from some of the world’s top Christian apologists, such as Dr. Frank Turek and Dr. Hugh Ross, this film will present a few of Christianity’s best arguments. As a former atheist, director Michael Ray Lewis has since discovered these evidences and given his life to Jesus. This has compelled Michael to share the information he has discovered with the world.Check out the trailer for Universe Designed.***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

***WARNING***This episode does contain some explicit language. In other words, make sure the kiddos aren't around or you have a good pair of earbuds.In this episode, I get to introduce you to Joey Papa. His story is one of pain, loss, and amazing redemption.Check out Joey's podcast, The Failed Christian.***This link allows you to support The Nook financially: Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Welcome to Season 4 of The Nook Podcast!With a new season comes a new series, Personal Jesus; No Cookie Cutter Faith... Looking at stories from people who have been through some incredibly tough times.Joining me to kick things off is Seth Studley. He and his wife, Melanie, run Anatomy of Us; an organization that is all about helping couples build strong marriages and families. Seth is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Melanie is a Marriage Expert & Motivational Speaker. They have been married for 18 years and have three kids. Listen to the Studley's first appearance on this show HERE.***Please consider helping support The Nook financially:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Another quick bonus episode following up on the Spirit and Truth series of shows from January, all about making worship a priority in 2023. In this one, I get to introduce you to Ryan Loche; he's on staff at The Belonging Co, a fast-growing church in Nashville, TN, a teacher at Southeastern University, and one of the founders of The Church Collective. And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.–Romans 12:1Make sure that you are subscribed to The Nook on your favorite podcast app!***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, I get to share a conversation I had with Mack Brock while we were working at a conference together recently.Brock’s greatest passion is to lead people into a heightened awareness of the presence of God and to see individuals experience the breakthrough God has for them through worship. Having spent the past 15 years paving the landscape of modern worship, Brock has co-written some of the biggest songs in today's church, including “O Come To The Altar,” “Resurrecting,” “Here As In Heaven,” and “Do It Again,” all landing in the Top 100 on CCLI. Mack's song, The Best is Yet to Come, is featured at the end of this interview. For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.”–John 4:24***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, Dan and Michelle from Air1 Radio join me to discuss their roles in sharing worship music across 300+ cities in the US and online. They got their start in radio together in Omaha, NE. From there they went on to Sacramento and now Nashville,  and have been the morning show duo on Air1 since 2018. They are happy to be in Nashville with their two kids Jackson and Grace.***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

We all carry places of anxiety, shame, and fear. But what if, instead of trying to control or squash what feels broken in us, we invited God to meet us there?This is holy vulnerability: offering our wounds to our Father so he can love us there.With pastoral tenderness, Kellye Fabian shines a light on the path into holy vulnerability: six unexpected spiritual practices that open us to God’s healing and transformation. Holy Vulnerability helps us notice where brokenness is leaking into our lives and then leads us into surrender, common prayer, encouragement, laughter, community, and tangible engagement with creation to find how God mends us with his presence.As we intentionally seek God in our ache―as we step out in holy vulnerability―he will meet us there. And we will be changed.Kelley's Books: (I cannot recommend them enough!)Holy Vulnerability; Spiritual Practices for the Broken, Ashamed, Anxious, and AfraidSacred Questions: A Transformative Journey Through the Bible***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to Steve Davis and Jordan Colle, also known as Sons, The Band.  These guys met at a song writing event in 2020 and hit it off, and despite living in two different states, they decided to take a chance on becoming a music duo that strives to write amazing music that will inspire the Church to worship Jesus deeply.In this conversation, you will hear the story of how they got started and where they see things going... as well as why they feel so passionate about serving God's people in song. Check out their music:Sons the Band on SpotifySons the Band on Apple Music***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, we continue to dive deep into the aspect of making worship a priority as we begin a new year. Join Me in welcoming Chad Bird to The Nook. He is a Scholar in Residence with an organization called 1517, where he draws from a rich academic and theological background in Hebrew and Old Testament studies to build a bridge between the very ancient elements of our faith to a life built on Jesus and the New Testament. In short, Chad is a really smart guy who loves scripture and has such keen insights into biblical worship going back hundreds of years.***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this new series, we will be looking at how we can make worshiping God a greater priority in our lives, understanding what it means and, why we should do it every day.Kicking things off, I get to introduce you to Jen Smale; she is a worship leader at 29:11 Church in Tempe, Arizona as well as a co-host of the Worship Leader Probs podcast. We discuss how to model worship for our own cultures and what we should know about the people leading worship at our own churches.But the time is coming—indeed it’s here now—when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth. The Father is looking for those who will worship him that way. For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.”–John 4:23-24 NLT***Donating to support The Nook financially is safe and easy via the link below:Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

In this episode, we wrap up a series, taking special look at the arrival of Christ. The Christmas season is over but an abundant life with Christ is just getting started.***Support the show Questions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!