Lessons for Life with James Long, Jr.

By: James Long Jr.
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  • Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join James, a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life's biggest questions and helps us find God's solutions to life's struggles. Learn the power of living by God's grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are on a search for freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!

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  • Overcoming Anger towards God and Self

    Overcoming Anger towards God and Self
    Nov 6 2024

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    Have you ever felt anger towards God in the midst of suffering or injustice? This episode explores the profound and complex emotion of anger directed both at God and ourselves. We promise you'll gain a deeper understanding of how beliefs, desires, and expectations shape these feelings. By analyzing anger as a whole-person response to perceived evil, we uncover how unmet expectations can foster feelings of betrayal and prompt us to question God's role in our lives. Join us as we reflect on personal experiences of anger with God, a crucial step towards healing and nurturing a resilient faith.

    Humility, repentance, and faith are our guiding lights as we navigate anger towards God. Drawing inspiration from biblical figures like Habakkuk and David, we emphasize the importance of bringing our questions to God while maintaining trust. Suffering is a universal experience, and by sharing our struggles in prayer, we find hope and endurance. Humbling ourselves allows us to approach God with reverence, trusting His wisdom and timing even in life's most challenging moments. Through continuous repentance and acknowledgment of God's higher ways, we foster a faith that endures.

    We also turn our gaze inward, addressing the often-overlooked emotion of self-anger. By examining how unmet expectations lead to self-condemnation, we reveal how these feelings impact self-worth and motivation. We uncover root causes of self-anger, such as an unwillingness to accept God's forgiveness, and offer biblical insights to guide us towards grace and peace. Visit our website for additional resources, and join us in building a supportive community dedicated to overcoming life's challenges. We invite you to share your thoughts, questions, and suggestions as we continue this journey together.

    ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE

    Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!

    Links
    Website – https://jameslongjr.org/
    Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/drjameslongjr
    Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjameslongjr/
    Apple Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/applepodcast
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    32 mins
  • Breaking the Silence: Standing for Truth in an Age of Compromise

    Breaking the Silence: Standing for Truth in an Age of Compromise
    Nov 5 2024

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    Silence isn't always golden, especially when it comes to standing firm in faith. Today, we're challenging the Church to break its silence on pivotal moral issues, drawing inspiration from courageous figures like the Hebrew midwives, Moses, and Queen Esther. These stories teach us that true faith cannot be hidden away; it demands public expression and unwavering courage. Let's explore how their examples urge us to confront modern challenges boldly and remind us that silence can sometimes equate to complicity.

    In a world where God-ordained institutions are under attack, Christians need a roadmap for resilience. The Book of James offers us five principles to stand firm, encapsulated in the acronym S-T-A-N-D. We'll discuss how these principles can help believers view trials as a gateway to spiritual growth and maturity. By focusing on God's sovereign plan, we can transform chaos into opportunities for our faith to thrive, resisting global pressures that aim to stifle our religious freedoms and moral compass.

    Words hold immense power, and today, we're harnessing that force for truth and love. With insights from James, we explore how the tongue, though small, can steer our lives toward wisdom or destruction. This episode is a clarion call for believers to act with conviction, letting their deeds speak louder than words, as demonstrated by Abraham and Rahab. As we reflect on the historical courage of figures like Sipra and Pua, we reaffirm our commitment to be lights in the world, praying for strength, integrity, and positive growth within our communities. Join us in the journey of being beacons of hope and resilience.

    ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE

    Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!

    Links
    Website – https://jameslongjr.org/
    Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/drjameslongjr
    Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjameslongjr/
    Apple Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/applepodcast
    Google Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/googlepodcast
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    40 mins
  • Changing Our Angry Behavior: The Dangers of Concealing Sinful Anger

    Changing Our Angry Behavior: The Dangers of Concealing Sinful Anger
    Oct 30 2024

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    Can concealed anger be as damaging as an angry outburst? Discover the biblical insights into managing hidden emotions effectively and learn how to replace anger with virtues like compassion and kindness. Through passages from Leviticus and Ephesians, we uncover the dangers of letting anger fester and explore the truth behind confronting emotions honestly to nurture spiritual growth and improve our connections with others.

    Explore the transformative power of forgiveness in Christianity as we delve into scriptures from Ephesians, Colossians, Matthew, and Mark. God's forgiveness not only sets a standard for us but also offers profound relational and spiritual benefits. We'll discuss the pitfalls of withholding forgiveness, such as harboring bitterness and assuming the role of judge, and how embracing forgiveness aligns us with divine grace and fosters empathy and humility.

    Equip yourself with practical, biblical strategies for anger management that promote peacemaking and reconciliation. Discover the importance of self-control and godly speech in conflict resolution, and the role of scriptural study and community support in transforming relationships. We conclude with a heartfelt prayer, inviting listeners to seek God's strength and guidance on their journey toward peace and understanding. Join us for a spiritually enriching episode that encourages aligning your heart with divine wisdom.

    ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE

    Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!

    Links
    Website – https://jameslongjr.org/
    Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/drjameslongjr
    Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjameslongjr/
    Apple Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/applepodcast
    Google Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/googlepodcast
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    31 mins

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