Christianity is an intellectual faith, and the Lord wants us to use our minds. We see that in passages that say “Think on these things” or “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength.” But how do you know if you’ve made an idol out of knowledge?You might find yourself critiquing and correcting more than you build others up. Knowledge can be an idol when it’s solely for you and not used for the edification of the Body of Christ. In this episode, the Perrys discuss why it’s important that we pray for wisdom more than we seek after knowledge, and that we’re faithful with what we do know by actually applying it to our lives.Scripture references:Matthew 22:29-32John 9:35-41Colossians 2:16-23 This Episode is Sponsored By:https://www.covenanteyes.com — Get Victory by Covenant Eyes FREE for 30 days with promo code PERRYS
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When You Hate The Home
You won’t always have uninterrupted affection for the things God has called you to, and that’s normal. So what do you do when you feel like you hate being at home?Home can be a stressful and overwhelming place, one that is completely “others” oriented. Our spouses and kids depend on us. We have responsibilities that cannot be ignored. The mundane of our day-to-day lives makes us wrestle with both our ambition and our apathy. Ultimately, we often dislike “home” because it reminds us of our need for sanctification. The Perrys discuss what to do when we struggle with this discontentment and how the Lord can renew our minds to see home as a gift to be stewarded. This Episode is Sponsored By:https://liberty.edu/Perry — Get your application fee WAIVED when you start your future with Liberty University today! Scripture references:Genesis 2:15
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46:55
Why Y'all Not Talking Bout The Cross No More
We are losing sight of the simplicity of the gospel message, and we’ve got to get back to the basics. In this episode, Jackie and Preston discuss why it is that we don’t focus enough on Jesus’ redemptive work on the cross. Our sin is a big reason. We forget about God’s wrath and why we need to be saved in the first place. We get caught up in a works-based idea of sanctification. The truth of the gospel becomes uninteresting as we seek greater understanding or deeper knowledge. We can also go through the spiritual disciplines – like time in the Word or prayer – without truly abiding in Christ. All of these scenarios overcomplicate our view of the cross, and it’s time we talk about it.This Episode is Sponsored By:https://fieldofgreens.com — Get 20% off and free shipping with code PERRY at checkout!https://weekendtoremember.com — Get $100 off when you use code PERRY at checkout! Resources:The Cross of Christ by John StottPaul Washer’s 7-part sermon series, “Freedom in The Gospel” Scripture references:Galatians 6:141 Corinthians 2:1-5Proverbs 9:10John 13:34John 15:3-52 Peter 1:3-9Jeremiah 25:15Romans 3:22-26Romans 8:9-112 Corinthians 4:7-10
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1:18:57
Act Like a Man
In 1 Corinthians, Paul says, “Act like men, be strong.” But what does manhood look like?In this episode, Preston explores some of his earliest views of masculinity as a kid and what it meant to “be a man.” The development of our identity is shaped by both parents in unique ways, so the Perrys talk about the dynamics of being nurtured – or not – by a mother and a father. They also discuss the modeling of emotional maturity, the idea of attachment theory, healthy relationships with other men, and opportunities for discipleship. This Episode of With The Perrys is Sponsored By: https://www.covenanteyes.com — Get Victory by Covenant Eyes FREE for 30 days with promo code PERRYSResources:Manhood Restored (Dr. Eric Mason)This Momentary Marriage (John Piper) Scripture references:1 Corinthians 16:13
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1:10:22
Let’s Talk Fasting and Prayer
It’s been a minute since the Perrys dedicated an episode to the topic of prayer, and they realize they pray differently today than they did back then. Just as sanctification changes who you are, it also changes your prayer life, so what do their prayers look like now?Jackie and Preston also take a look at several examples of prayer in the Bible. Scripture shows us how we can approach God when we think He is disciplining us or when we doubt He is for us. Prayer grounds us as Christians, reminding us that we can’t lean on our own understanding. Through both prayer and fasting, God wants us to quiet our souls so we become more dependent on Him. You can also go back and watch the Perrys’ conversation on prayer from 2022: Prayer: The Discipline We All Suck AtScripture references:John 15:2Romans 8:312 Corinthians 1:92 Kings 19:141 Samuel 2Acts 4:23-29Daniel 3:17-18Luke 22:42-43Isaiah 58:5-8 This Episode of With The Perrys is Sponsored By:https://weekendtoremember.com — Get $100 off when you use code PERRY at checkout!https://www.covenanteyes.com — Get Victory by Covenant Eyes FREE for 30 days with promo code PERRYS
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With The Perrys is a podcast with a whole lot of truth given in a short amount of time. Preston Perry and Jackie Hill Perry will bring their humor, honesty, and insight into conversations on everything from relationships and theology to politics, race, and parenting.
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