Live Deeply with James Forsyth

Jan 16 2025 100 ep. 19 mins 7
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Our world races, and we're all just jumping from one thing to the next. It’s hard to take time to truly live deeply. How does something you hear on Sunday morning impact your day-to-day life? How do you engage with the people around you? Live Deeply, hosted by James Forsyth, Senior Pastor at Cedar Springs Presbyterian, Knoxville, Tennessee, takes a deep dive into answering your questions about sermons, scripture, culture, and living as a believer. Send your questions to [email protected].

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Let Your Reasonableness Be Known - Season 3, Episode 21

Jan 16 2025 13 mins  
James and Mia dive back into Philippians 4 to tackle another question raised by CSPC's current sermon series on anxiety. At first glance, verse 5 can seem disconnected from the rest of the passage. But as James explains, that's not the case. He explores just what Paul means when he says, "Let your reasonableness be known to everyone." Find this podcast helpful?

In Your Anxiety, Sin Not - Season 3, Episode 20

Jan 09 2025 22 mins  
Is anxiety a sin? Many have asked James that question after he kicked off his current sermon series on anxiety. James and Mia explore the topic in this episode, ultimately arriving at an answer aimed at giving you greater rest in God's peace. (For another episode on the topic of anxiety, check out Season 2 Episode 36.) Find this podcast helpful? Spread the word! Share, rate, revie

Christmas Carols - Season 3, Episode 19

Dec 18 2024 11 mins  
James and Mia are responding to a listener who asked them to share their favorite Christmas carols, and you may be surprised at their choices! Both lean toward the darker end of the spectrum. Discover how James and Mia find Christmas hope in the minor keys. And if you find this podcast helpful, spread the word by sharing, rating, reviewing, and subscribing.

Does Prayer Matter? - Season 3, Episode 18

Dec 11 2024 17 mins  
If God has already determined how He's going to act, what's the use of prayer? James & Mia tackle this perplexing question, which came to mind as Mia processed the church's recent sermon series on prayer. For more on the related topic of reconciling God's sovereignty and man's responsibility, check out Season 3 Episode 6 of this podcast. And don't forget to spread the word- sha

Advent - Season 3, Episode 17

Dec 04 2024 13 mins  
We call this time of year the season of Advent, but have you ever stopped to ask what the word 'Advent' means? James and Mia dive into that question this episode. And while you probably knew Advent centers on Jesus's arrival, you may be surprised how much it also has to do with another constant theme of the Christian life: waiting. If you find this podcast helpful, spread the word

Thanksgiving - Season 3, Episode 16

Nov 27 2024 18 mins  
In this special Thanksgiving episode, James & Mia explore how God can change our hearts toward the difficult people in our lives. The starting point could be as simple as genuinely expressing gratitude for their good qualities out loud. Find this podcast helpful? Spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Bitterness - Season 3, Episode 15

Nov 21 2024 17 mins  
Has bitterness ever impeded your worship? James & Mia address a question from a former worship pastor struggling with this problem. They offer practical encouragement that can help all of us better prepare our hearts for corporate worship on Sundays. Find this podcast helpful? Spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Global God - Season 3, Episode 14

Nov 13 2024 16 mins  
There are few better ways to enlarge your view of what God's doing in our world than to go on an overseas mission trip. Mia recently returned from visiting church partners in the United Kingdom. In this episode, she shares some of the inspiring and surprising work God is up to "across the pond." If you find this podcast helpful, spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe w

Faith in Jesus Alone - Season 3, Episode 13

Nov 06 2024 21 mins  
The heartbreaking loss of a friend in childhood prompted one listener to ask, "Can faithful practicing Jews be saved?" James explores that tender question with pastoral care firmly anchored in the Scriptures. If you find this podcast helpful, spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Election Season pt 3 - Season 3, Episode 12

Oct 30 2024 14 mins  
James & Mia wrap up their three-week series on living deeply during an election cycle. They conclude by drawing out the importance of prayer, having a spirit of healing, and fixing our eyes on Christ as we prepare to head to the voting booth. Find this podcast helpful? Spread the word! Share, rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.