Ep. 129: The Worship You Feed: The Power of Your Affections
Feb 27 • 7:26
Ep. 129: The Worship You Feed: The Power of Your Affections
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Ep. 129: The Worship You Feed: The Power of Your Affections

February 27, 2025 • 7:26 • Jay Holland

In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay highlights the importance of worship in a believer's life, emphasizing that everyone worships something. He explains that what we focus on and give our time to will grow, while neglecting our relationship with God can lead to spiritual decline. Jay encourages listeners to evaluate what they are worshiping and to intentionally please God in their daily lives, reminding them that worship is not limited to church services but is a continuous act of devotion.

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About the Host

Jay Holland

Jay Holland is a follower of Jesus, a husband to Emily, and the biological and adoptive father of four children. For more than two decades Jay has served as a pastor in family and student ministries, and has walked through multiple special needs challenges within his own family.

Jay’s personal and pastoral experiences led him to launch the weekly Let’s Parent on Purpose podcast to equip and empower moms and dads to build thriving families. He serves at Covenant Fellowship Baptist Church in Stuart, Florida and is also on the board of Hopegivers, a ministry that cares for children and churches in India.

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