This week I'm sharing another original video from our foundational video series. This week's topic is on how to overcome our sin patterns through the power of the Holy Spirit.

This week on the podcast we're talking about our identity in Christ. This powerful truth changed me more than any other 20 years ago and I believe it has the power to change anyone at any level of growth today. I'm sharing an original video I created on this topic. You can find all the videos here.

Do you struggle with feelings of guilt? What about anger, depression, or anxiety? This week we'll learn how many of our unhealthy emotions are a result of unresolved guilt and how we can live in the total acceptance and forgiveness we have through Christ.

God is the ultimate bucket filler. He alone can meet all of our needs. It is when we try to suck love and attention from others or from things that destruction and unhealthy relationships result. Learn how to get your meets met in God first in this week's episode. Links: Truth vs. Lies CLOSER Resources

This episode begins the journey of learning all the truths you need to grow closer to God and others. In lesson 1, you will see how God is much closer than you think.

Jump back in from the last episode to hear the conclusion and the purpose of the rest of this podcast.

Julie shares the specifics of her spiritual growth.  Beginning as a new believer, growing into a disciple maker of Jesus, see the stages through her personal example so that you can be a more effective disciple of Jesus. Learn the importance of having: foundational truths an understanding of grace to overcome sinful habits a place to serve and use your spiritual gifts an understanding of why God allows trials and knowledge of the end goal

In this introductory podcast, Julie Keeler explains the how and why of CLOSER Discipleship. How do we study God's Word and how do we as a ministry encourage others to make discipleship happen? Why is it even important?