Live Deeply with James Forsyth

You all want to hear more from Mia, so we're giving you more. Scottie Hill, our Ministry Resident, co-hosts with Mia this week and asks her all the questions you've been asking about her life and living deeply with us here at Cedar Springs.

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Your questions are coming in so quickly so in this week's podcast episode, James and Mia rapid fire answer five questions that begin with "is it ok for Christians to...". While they usually give a thoughtful answer to one question, this week you get thoughtless answers to five questions.

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In this week's podcast episode, James and Mia answer your question "what happens when you die?". It's not something we want to think about, but we all know we can't avoid it. The good news is that for those that believe in Jesus, the answer is beautiful.

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In this week's podcast episode, James and Mia get back to answering your questions. This week's question - How do you talk about Jesus to people without it being weird? We've all been in relationships where it's hard to talk about Jesus, so what do you do?

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In this week's podcast episode, James and Mia discuss what living for others really looks like. It's a follow-up to this past Sunday's sermon, which you should try to listen to first. Then listen to this episode as they unpack how we can push through the busyness of life to truly live for others.

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In this week's podcast episode, James and Mia unpack the church's mission statement. It's a follow-up to this past Sunday's sermon, which you should try to listen to first. Then listen to this episode as they unpack God's beautiful plan of using the Church to change the world.

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James and Mia are back! We are kicking off season 2 talking about Live Deeply. What does it mean and how do we do it? If you haven't listened to James' sermon from 8/13, go back and listen to that first, then jump on this episode. 💙

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In Episode 40, James and Mia discuss James' planning, preparation, and process of preaching God's word each week. James and Mia will take a break for the summer and return for season 2 in the fall so continue to send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

College is a season when it can be easy to let your walk with God slip. So what can students do to stay strong spiritually? As Mia prepares to graduate from college (and James celebrates her return to Knoxville!), she has three pieces of advice for high school seniors looking ahead to life on campus. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. And don't forget to rate, review, and share the podcast!

Aren't we all just running from one thing to the next? Where are we finding rest? Are we listening to the call of the gospel to find rest in Jesus? James and Mia discuss the discipline of rest. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to rate, review and share the podcast!

Following Sunday's sermon, James had several people reach out with follow-up questions. James and Mia continue our conversation about how a good God allows suffering from Sunday's sermon. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to rate, review and share the podcast!

To dig deeper, James recommends Tim Keller's The Reason for God.

Couldn't we all use an extra two hours each day? There just doesn't ever seem to be enough time to get it all done. James and Mia talk about how to get that extra time by not wasting time. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

Nobody wants to think about the end of life, but it's something we should consider. James and Mia jump right in and discuss if there is a right way to have your body laid to rest. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James and Mia discuss the tragic mass shooting in Nashville last week. So many of us are out of words. This world is not as it's meant to be. How can we process and struggle through news like this? James shares the three questions he asks himself when tragedies like this happen. Don't forget to send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James and Mia have a discussion about James' recent mission trip to Dubai and India, where everything is different, yet God is moving so feels strangely familiar. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to share the podcast with friends!

We have lots of questions about anxiety and mental health issues. This week we have a special guest on the podcast and we talk specifically to those who are supporting those who are struggling with anxiety and other mental health issues. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

We get so many questions about marriage, divorce, and remarriage, and these topics impact everyone. We decided to do a three-part series so we could cover each topic. Over the series, James and Mia will discuss ten biblical principles on marriage, divorce, and remarriage.  This episode is the third in the series and we will talk about remarriage. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Also, don't forget to share our podcast and rate/review us!

We get so many questions about marriage, divorce, and remarriage, and these topics impact everyone. We decided to do a three-part series so we could cover each topic. Over the series, James and Mia will discuss ten biblical principles on marriage, divorce, and remarriage.  This episode is the second in the series and we will talk about divorce. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Also, don't forget to share our podcast and rate/review us!

We get so many questions about marriage, divorce, and remarriage, and these topics impact everyone. We decided to do a three-part series so we could cover each topic. Over the series, James and Mia will discuss ten biblical principles on marriage, divorce, and remarriage.  In this episode, we will talk about marriage. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Also, don't forget to share our podcast and rate/review us!

James and Mia discuss recent events at Asbury University and other schools by first talking about what revival is. If you're intrigued by recent news and wondering what's going on, sit back, and enjoy! Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net

This week's question comes from some of our students in our High School Ministry. We all have doubts from time to time. In a sermon, James mentioned that when he doubts it can be BIG. What is the best way to deal with BIG doubt? 

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The dating world has changed. Should we change with it? What should we think about online dating? James and Mia talk about this new world of dating and how we should approach it as Christians. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to rate and review the podcast!

Often in the church, we only hear about the negatives of sex, but what does the bible say about it? James and Mia discuss why God gave us sex and why the church should be the place where we can talk about the true purpose and beauty of sex. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

How often are we sitting in a room full of people looking down at their phones? How do we teach the purpose of a cell phone and parent well as we give them their first phones? James and Mia tackle this question and give their own example of the Parent/Child Awesomeness Agreement. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to review and rate the podcast!

Finally, a question for Mia! What is it like growing up as a pastor's kid? James and Mia discuss not only this, but what we can be doing as parents to raise kids that love the church. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. And don't forget to rate and review our podcast so more people find out about it.

It seems you either love them or hate them. Are new year's resolutions a good thing or not? James and Mia may disagree a bit. Listen, and see what you think! Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

We all have them. Christmas traditions. Some we started and some we got stuck with. James and Mia discuss some of their favorite family Christmas traditions. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Please remember to rate and review the podcast!

What is false teaching? As believers, how should we stay on guard against false teaching and even help others to do so as well? James and Mia jump right in! Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Don't forget to rate and review us and spread the word!

What should we think about cussing? Are some words ok? James and Mia share with us that it's more about the words you should say than the words you shouldn't say. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net. Please remember to rate and review the podcast!

James and Mia take a break from our regular format to discuss the recent shootings on campus at The University of Virginia, where Mia is a student.

We hear phrases like active shooter and lockdown in the news, but what does it look like to be on campus? What are you, your roommates, or other students saying, thinking, and processing? Are they wondering how there is a God who allows such things to happen or longing for our God to come and make all things new? Of course, the answer is both, and there is grace for all of us. 

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Happy Thanksgiving! What should today be all about if you're a believer? Certainly spending time with those you love and likely a delicious feast, of course. But shouldn't we also spend time connecting our blessings (big and small) back to the hand of God? Do you have a question for James and Mia? Send it to livedeeply@cspc.net. 

Bible trivia time! In the Bible, why do you see Lord and LORD? What's the difference? Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

How do you rebuild trust after letting someone down? James and Mia talk about how Jesus can bring hope and healing in difficult situations along with some practical ways for you to start the process. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James and Mia answer the question "should I call my transgender friend by the pronoun they request?". Their discussion goes much deeper than just simply answering the question. James talks about the Bible being both narrower and broader than our culture. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James also references this sermon he preached in May 2022: https://cspc.net/sermon/the-image-of-god-and-the-transgender-community/

What does it mean to wait on the Lord? James and Mia discuss this question as Mia herself is in the middle of making big life decisions. Why do we become filled with worry, fear, and anxiety instead of trusting the Lord and waiting on his timing?

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What does it mean to honor your parents through all the ages and stages? James and Mia jump right in on this subject. Send us your questions at livedeeply@ cspc.net.

So much of our news cycle has been about the monarchy lately. James and Mia talk about their thoughts on the passing of the queen. Being from that side of the Atlantic, they have an interesting take on the subject. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

Is it biblical to get a tattoo? Can pastors have tattoos? James is asked about his tattoos, so Mia dives in deep with James about his tattoos and what the bible says. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

How do you invite people to church when you know they have been deeply hurt by the Church? James and Mia discuss this painful but real place many folks find themselves in. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

Is it possible to live a quiet life in today's world? What does that mean? What could it look like? We live in a time like no other. With electricity and technology, the lights and screens are never turned off. How can we live unhurried lives, not rushing around from one thing to the next? James and Mia discuss this question and what they do to try and live this kind of life. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James and Mia have a sweet conversation about dating. As a believer, why do we date? What's the purpose? Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net, and James and Mia may answer your question next!

James and Mia answer the question, "What's your favorite and least favorite part of scripture?". Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net and James and Mia may just answer them next time.

Mia has a question for James in this episode about the church staff and the "culture" project James led the staff through in the last ministry year. We all have mantras or lines that we live our lives by (even if you think you don't, you probably do!). Mia turns the table on James and asks him what are the lines that he lives by.

James and Mia answer the question, "does God ever give us more than we can handle?". Is that even in the Bible? We've all heard it before, so where does it come from? Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

James and Mia discuss one of the most frequent questions sent in. What advice would you give to parents to encourage their children to grow deeper in their faith? Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.

So many of you sent in questions about unanswered prayer. What are we to think when God isn't answering our prayers as we hoped? Or what should we think when he doesn't seem to answer them at all? How do we explain unanswered prayer to our friends who do not know the Lord? James and Mia dig in on your questions about unanswered prayer. Send your questions to livedeeply@cspc.net.