HeyJaredBe the Encounter Podcast
Ordinary People Experiencing an Extraordinary God & Changing the World One Encounter at a Time. Throughout the Bible, we read testimonies of ordinary people who experienced extraordinary encounters that changed everything.
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Craving More of God: How to Move from Routine to Real Intimacy (opens the original)
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Are you craving a deeper, more intimate relationship with God? In this episode, James and Katie unpack what it truly means to build real intimacy with God. We look past religion and legalism to dive into how consistency, vulnerability, and raw, honest prayer can transform your spiritual walk. When you get intentional about your quiet time and invest in what matters most, spiritual abundance naturally flows into every area of your life. Tune in to learn how to adjust your focus and experience a r
Strongholds: Understanding and Dismantling Spiritual Fortresses (opens the original)
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What if some of the things you believe about yourself, God, or others aren't truth—but walls you've built over time? In 2 Corinthians 10, Paul calls us to take every thought captive and tear down the strongholds that keep us from knowing God more deeply. In this episode, James and Katie explore how repeated thoughts, assumptions, wounds, and inherited beliefs can become spiritual fortresses that shape how we live and relate to God. God is our fortress. We were never meant to live inside the ones
When You Don't Feel Qualified (opens the original)
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What do you do when you feel unqualified, inadequate, or afraid to step out in faith? In this episode, James and Katie explore the difference between true humility and the self-doubt that can keep us from obedience. They unpack what it looks like to place our confidence in Christ rather than ourselves—and to trust God enough to move forward even when we don't feel ready. Through the examples of Paul, Moses, and others in Scripture, this conversation challenges us to recognize when insecurity or
Understanding Your Season: Doors, Discernment, and Divine Encounters (opens the original)
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What season are you in—and is God inviting you into something new? James and Katie unpack what it means to recognize and embrace the seasons God leads us through. From ministry roles and personal identity to difficult transitions and unexpected opportunities, this conversation challenges us to let go of titles, trust God's direction, and stay faithful wherever He places us. Discover how spiritual community, discernment, and obedience can help you navigate change wIth confidence—and step boldly i
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