Cutting Edge Faith

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #163This episode will give you practical keys to help break mediocrity and unlock the potential God place within you. Dr. Gary Adams, President of Mission Harvest America, and author of Breaking Mediocrity: Unlocking Your Potential, wakes up each day and asks God, “what are we doing?”. Our lives change when we realize our potential is ultimately shaped by God’s potential, and God’s potential is infinite. We all have a purpose and God has a plan that he needs us to execute. Potential is great, but sits dormant until we move.What if our walk with God isn’t meant to be boring? What if each one of us has potential to change the world? All too often, Christians discount themselves as unqualified to really inspire and change the landscape of our culture. Listen to this interview and be inspired today to break out of mediocrity in every area of life.In this episode:01:06 | Introducing Dr. Gary Adams   01:55 | From Vietnam to the police department, and a call to understand eternity05:10 | A heart for the Lord and seeking God’s purpose, Bible college and a journey into ministry07:10 | The Church is not the Kingdom of God (we need to get this), are we hearers of the Word or are we doers? – Spiritual dynamics11:45 | Breaking mediocrity - moving from possibility and potential into the dynamic of the Kingdom of God, out of the finite into the infinite realm15:15 | Moving from the fence and unlocking potential, God warned us about lukewarmness17:59 | Embracing God’s will for our lives and being led by the Holy Spirit. Working with the Regan administration to address Christian persecution in Latin America21:15 | Are we in the flow with the dynamic things God is doing? Do we want to be used by God? Can we model what we are preaching? Being honest with ourselves and submitting to God26:51| Making time to be relevant. Being fathers in the faith and committing to being authentic30:29 | Becoming a true “witness” in the workplace, our words mean nothing if we cannot model it34:38 | The power of journaling, preserving our testimony and reflecting on what God has been doing in our livesResources:MissionHarvestAmerica.com__________________Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #162This episode discusses the problems with the Biden administration's consideration of forgiving Federal student loans. The expensive proposal would cost $230 billion in 2022 alone and would force taxpayers to subsidize the college education of others - including most taxpayers who did not go to college. This action would only add to the current rise in inflation and further distracts from the failures of leadership. ———————–Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Crisis Response Ministry shows God’s truth by providing physical, emotional, and spiritual care and partnering with other crisis and disaster-focused organizations. There is no place where God’s love, kindness, and truth are not needed. That includes some of the most dangerous places in the world and the most traumatic circumstances people could experience. From surfing in Hawaii to sharing the Gospel in Ukraine, Dr. Edward Smith has answered God’s call in his life to walk out the truth of the ‘Good Samaritan’ parable. As a chaplain, he has been able to minister to law enforcement and crisis responders and teach crisis preparedness to local churches.In this episode:00:55 | Introducing Dr. Edward Smith  01:45 | Crisis Response Ministries, praying for law enforcement and training to do God’s work03:50 | Partnering with the local churches globally to bring Christ to victims of trauma and disasters05:37 | A ministerial calling upon a preacher’s kid in Hawaii08:10 | Teaching and equipping people to walk out the ‘Good Samaritan’ parable. Everyone can play a part and everyone is called into something11:48 | Training and preparing for crisis response, being ready before the crisis14:50 | R.A.C.E. – Radically Active Cultural Engagement, not conforming to the cultural norm but being a biblical voice to the topics of the day and engaging21:50 | Defending the righteousness of God, and holy/righteous consequences. 200 Christian martyrs every day on average in Nigeria24:50 | Being the salt and light, and learning how to stand your ground Resources:CrisisResponseMinistry.orgMissionHarvestAmerica.comEmail Dr. Edward Smith at jethunter@aol.com———————–Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #160In the episode, Ryan discusses the fine line between being intentional and driven and being too hard on yourself. We need to be able to give ourselves some slack now and then so we can keep our momentum and not get distracted. Far too often, we fall prey to the enemy's tactic of beating ourselves up. But what does God have to say? Check out this episode and learn to keep your momentum going strong.———————–Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #159This episode discusses how we must have faith even if God does not answer us the way we want Him to. Ryan talks about a familiar story from Daniel 3, where King Nebuchadnezzar throws Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego into a fiery furnace. They were not willing to compromise anything, even at the risk of losing their own lives. The question is, will we do the same? Will you prioritize honoring God in everything? Or will you focus more on keeping what God has put in your hand instead of trusting Him?———————–Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #158Most of us can name a public figure that has been “canceled” by the mob Leftism has created. This is something we need to discuss. Cancel culture should alarm us all, and Steve Strang has made it a priority to educate Spirit-led Christians in a fight against the darkness behind it all.Steve Strang is the owner and founder of Charisma Media, which is responsible for publishing more than 2,000 books for popular authors like Jonathan Cahn, and John Hagee. As a seasoned journalist and respected evangelical leader, he’s been featured on nearly all Christian media outlets as well as Fox News, MSNBC and CNN, interviewed four US presidents and was named by TIME magazine as one of the 25 most influential Evangelicals in America. If our goal is to advance our Faith in and outside of the church, Stephen’s work and experience can open our eyes to just how big that battle may be.  In this episode:01:06 | Introducing Stephen Strang09:25 | Living by the Spirit, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden.12:14 | “Cancel Culture” in Christian media14:10 | The “COVID excuse” that was used to shut down churches and the tragic passive reaction from many Christians   16:20 | Socialism, “American Communism”, and the need for Christians to stand up for the Constitution21:30 | Journalism today and the press bias towards the left25:44 | Historical Christians in America, the dramatic decline of Christian influence in public policy, and liberalism and timidity in churches today  30:00 | Preaching the Gospel today and Jordan Peterson’s letter to the Church37:03 | Globalism, communism, and the end of times42:10 | Mike Lindell, cancel culture, and the danger in self-cancellation Resources:Get your autographed copy of God and Cancel Culture at stevestrangbooks.comCharisma Magazine: charismamag.comCharisma News: charismanew.comcharismamedia.com———————–Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #157This episode unpacks the controversial and complex topic of "same-sex marriage." It provides a biblical view of marriage, a realistic look at the impact on society and children, an update on the current legislation that passed the US House (HR 8404 - Respect for Marriage Act) and much more. This episode will help you get up to speed on the topic and will give you the understanding needed to speak the truth in love. After the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Supreme Court Justice Clarance Thomas recently suggested, “The court should also reconsider its past rulings that guaranteed access to contraception and the 2015 right to gay marriage, because they relied on the same legal arguments as Roe.” This show also discusses the positions on HR 8404 of Ashley Hinson (IA), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA), Randy Feenstra (IA). It also discusses the plans of Ted Cruz (TX), Josh Hawley (MI) and Kevin Cramer (ND) to vote against the bill.  Click here to contact your US Representatives and US Senators on this important topic. You can also search online for your State-level Representatives and Senators.Resources mentioned in the show:Research Data - A Non-Religious Case Against Same-Sex Marriage (article with discussed data) Book - Same-Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Response to God's Design for MarriageBook - Change of Affection: A Gay Man's Incredible Story of Redemption__________________Sign up for Ryan's weekly newsletter.Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #156Over 360 million Christians live under significant persecution today, just for following Jesus (1 in 7 believers worldwide). Dr. David Curry and Open Doors USA are committed to educating Believers on the reality of global persecution towards Christians. From information gathering and surveillance in China, to violence and vandalism in Afghanistan, the reality of persecuted Christians abroad is far greater than anything American Christians experience today. But if we don’t educate ourselves, we could soon follow suit. In this episode, Dr. Curry shares the truth about what’s going on around the world. He talks about his recent appointment as a Commissioner with the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) and the warning signs of the persecution of the Middle East and Asia is moving to the Western world. This episode shares what you won’t hear in the legacy media today about the most persecuted religion in the world, Christianity. In this episode:01:17 | Introducing Dr. David Curry, the president and CEO of Open Doors USA, and a commissioner on the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF)03:06 | Understanding and measuring Christian persecution throughout the world and influencing policy06:53 | Systematic attacks on Christians in India (violence, vandalism, and interference)12:43 | The shocking truth of worldwide Christian persecution14:47 | The pressure on Christians in China should alarm us all. Using technology to systematically control and punish followers of Christ and their families – “digital authoritarianism”19:42 | The spiritual reality of persecution; Biblical illiteracy and patterns of isolation23:52 | Christian persecution at its worst (North Korea, Afghanistan) and the rise of extremism28:40 | Censorship, social scores, and governmental control in China (not surprising, participating in Christian activities deducts from the social score)34 :07 | The reality that we (Christians) currently live in and the crucial need for education, boldness, and responsibility. We all play a part Resources:OpenDoorsUSA.orgUscirf.govOpen Doors World Watch List__________________Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #155This episode gives a fresh take on the story of David and Goliath and shows the importance of walking in obedience to God instead of "playing it safe." Ryan also discusses the surprising timing of when David was anointed to be the next king of Israel.__________________Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #154In this episode, Ryan interviews Kenneth Bae who spent over 2 years in a North Korean labor camp. Kenneth was accused of trying to “overthrow the North Korean government” through prayer and worship. You’ll hear what it’s like inside the North Korean prison and how God used the experience take Kenneth’s faith to new levels. You’ll also hear how Kenneth was able to witness to the more than 40 guards who were assigned to him and you’ll hear of his miraculous return home with a delegation sent by the White House. Kenneth’s story of suffering, faith, and perseverance will encourage you to be bold in your faith despite the circumstances. You will know that God cares about every one of His children.In this episode:01:57 | Introducing Kenneth Bae, a Christian missionary, and his imprisonment in a North Korean labor camp in 2010 for praying and worshiping   07:17 | Indictment, trial, and sentence - 15 years of hard labor and an apology from Dennis Rodman 11:18 | Hospitalization and prison conditions in North Korea13:30 | God’s providence, presence, and promise during Kenneth’s imprisonment19:23 | Lessons learned, transformation, and unexpected miracles amid suffering25:10 | Failed negotiations with the White House, and the birth of a ministry within the walls of a foreign prison. Introducing people to Jesus that had never heard his name31:52 | The journey home: “President Obama knows my name, but more importantly, the heavenly Father knows my name”   38:04 | A new season of ministry: the ‘Nehemiah One Million Prayer Petition’ and the ‘Nehemiah Global Initiative43:51 | The current landscape  for someone living in North Korea (news flash- it isn’t good), and what the future may hold for North Koreans54:07 | How WE can help to bring the Gospel to North KoreaResources:NGIKorea.org/eng - Support for teaching young North Korean refugees critical skills and EnglishPray4NK.org - Sign the Nehemiah One Million Prayer PetitionNKRlief.org - Support for North Korean refugeesBuy Kenneth's Book - Not Forgotten: The True Story of My Imprisonment in North Korea———————–Click here to sign up for our FREE 5-day BOOT CAMP.Visit ryanshoward.com/freedownload to learn more and download 21 Days to a New Workplace You to set your FAITH ON FIRE and jump start your faith at work journey today. Support the show