Ep. 307: Remember... You Were Formed for God's Family
Nov 4 • 6:51
Ep. 307: Remember... You Were Formed for God's Family
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Ep. 307: Remember... You Were Formed for God's Family

November 4, 2025 • 6:51 • Jay Holland

Jay brings us back to episode 7 where he talks about the importance of gratitude as a pathway to worship. He emphasizes the idea that what you feed will grow and what you starve will die, and applies this concept to various aspects of life. He encourages listeners to focus on gratitude and to make it a habit.

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Nov 7 • 8:11
Ep. 310: Remember... You Were Made for a Mission

In this conversation, Jay explores the themes of purpose, worship, and sacrifice from Episode 10, emphasizing that our existence is meant to bring pleasure to God. He discusses how sacrifice, often perceived negatively, is actually a pathway to spiritual growth and deeper relationships with God. Through the story of Jim Elliott, he illustrates the profound impact of sacrifice and encourages listeners to view it as an investment in their faith rather than a loss.

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Nov 6 • 7:33
Ep. 309: Remember... How Not to Miss God's Will for Your Life

In this episode, Jay discusses the pathways to worship, emphasizing the importance of surrender as a crucial aspect of worship. He reflects on the example of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, illustrating how surrender involves trusting God even in difficult times. Jay encourages listeners to recognize what they surrender to, whether it be God or other influences, and highlights that true worship requires giving up control and embracing God's will.

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Nov 5 • 7:50
Ep. 308: Remember... You Were Created to Become Like Christ

In revisiting episode 8, Jay discusses the concept of worship, emphasizing that humans are wired for worship and created for God's pleasure. He explores two pathways to worship: gratitude and obedience. Gratitude is highlighted as a foundational step, while obedience is presented as a deeper, transformative act of worship that strengthens one's relationship with God. Jay encourages listeners to embrace obedience even when understanding is lacking, asserting that true worship involves trust and action.

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Nov 4 • 6:51
Ep. 307: Remember... You Were Formed for God's Family

Jay brings us back to episode 7 where he talks about the importance of gratitude as a pathway to worship. He emphasizes the idea that what you feed will grow and what you starve will die, and applies this concept to various aspects of life. He encourages listeners to focus on gratitude and to make it a habit.

Listen and Subscribe:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Connect with Us:

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.

Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.

For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Nov 3 • 8:41
Ep. 306: Remember... You are Wired for Worship

In this episode of the Guided by Faith podcast, Jay revisits episode 6 where he explores the theme of worship and its significance in our lives. He emphasizes that humans are inherently wired to worship and discusses the importance of treasuring God above all else. Through various examples, he illustrates how worship can manifest in everyday actions and encourages listeners to find simple ways to bring pleasure to God in their daily lives.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.

Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.

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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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