Dial In with Jonny Ardavanis

Explore the essential role of the church in a believer's life, where community and connection are crucial. Dive into Matthew 16 to understand the church's confession, builder, and invincibility. Discuss the divergence of contemporary beliefs from traditional doctrine and the importance of biblical foundations. Examine the historical and cultural significance of Jesus' identity, contrasting Christian views with those of other religions. Discover how the church serves as a divine institution, committed to communal worship and unshakeable in its mission.

Mark Spence, SVP of Living Waters Ministries and street evangelist, dives into the essence of the Gospel and effective communication strategies. He discusses common objections faced when sharing faith and emphasizes the importance of understanding sin, justice, and redemption. The conversation highlights the courage needed to overcome fear in evangelism, reassuring listeners that the real power lies within Christ, not the individual messenger. Mark inspires a new perspective on being Christ's ambassadors, providing valuable insights for any believer.

As a new year begins, maybe you consider the brevity of life and have a renewed desire to live a life that lasts. Our life is fleeting and fragile and yet, there is, within the heart of the believer a burden to invest and steward the time allotted to them by God.  C.T. Studd once said, “Only one life will soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.“ As we begin a new year , Jonny Ardavanis is going to point us to the scripture and provide for us “Five Hallmarks Of A Life That Lasts.” If you desire to leave a legacy, you’re not going to want to miss what the Scripture says in this regard. Watch VideosVisit the Website Follow on InstagramFollow on Twitter

Discover eight powerful promises from Scripture that can guide your life in the new year. The host emphasizes the transformative power of God’s Word, urging listeners to commit to a structured Bible reading plan for spiritual growth. Insights from Psalm 19 reveal the joy and wisdom found in embracing scripture. Personal stories illustrate how these timeless promises can reshape perspectives and fulfill spiritual longs. Step away from typical resolutions and focus on lasting spiritual commitments that truly matter.

Each year we sing, “round yon virgin, mother and child,” but have you ever stopped to ask: What makes the virgin birth so important?In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis breaks down four critical realities regarding the virgin birth that ought to solidify your faith and bolster yoru worship this Christmas season.Watch VideosVisit the Website Follow on InstagramFollow on Twitter

Today, the spirit of Christmas (as we have come to know it)  is often disconnected from the Christ of Christmas. There is obviously nothing wrong with candy canes, christmas carols, gifts, decor, traditions, and hallmark movies (well maybe something wrong with those), but in the hullabaloo of it all, Christ is so often pushed to the peripheral corner of the day in which we celebrate His birth. In order to examine the “spirit of Christmas” we must turn to God’s word and in doing so, we must examine “Five Hallmarks of the Christmas Spirit” in Luke 1:46-55.In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis picks up where he left of in his previous episode and explains that the Christian is to be filled with:God’s Holy SpiritWorshipJoyHumilityGratitudeWatch VideosVisit the Website Follow on InstagramFollow on Twitter

In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis examines Mary’s song of praise in the first chapter of Luke’s Gospel. In her song, Mary articulates the proper response that everyone should have to the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Although falsely praised and prayed to in the Roman Catholic tradition, Mary is however, a model of Spirit-filled worship to the One who was born to save His people from their sins. There isn’t a story in all of fiction that is better than the Savior who would come and be born of a teenage girl - the virgin Mary! “My soul magnifies the Lord (Luke 1:46).” - MaryWatch VideosVisit the Website Follow on InstagramFollow on Twitter

Jonny Ardavanis is the Lead Pastor at Stonebridge Bible Church in Franklin, TN and the President of Dial In Ministries. He formerly served as the Dean of Campus Life at The Master’s University and as a Camp Director at Hume Lake Christian Camps. Jonny’s heart is to see people understand and love the Word of God and more so, to love the God of the Word. Jonny is married to Caity Jean and they have two precious daughters.Dial In with Jonny Ardavanis: Big Questions, Biblical Answers, is a series that seeks to provide biblical answers to some of the most prominent and fundamental questions regarding God, the Gospel, and the BibleIn this episode, Jonny Ardavanis sits sits down with Dr. James Dolezal, author of “All That Is God” to discuss the character of God.Many people today view God as if He is composed of parts (10% justice, 20% sovereignty, 50% love and so forth) - Dr. Dolezal is going to explain to us why that is a faulty and dangerous way to view God.In coming to understand the character of God, we must come to terms with His simplicity, not that He is simple, but that He is not composed of parts.Watch VideosVisit the Website Follow on InstagramFollow on Twitter

The podcast explores the biblical theme of gratitude, emphasizing its importance in the Christian faith. It discusses the grounds and fruit of gratitude, as well as the hindrances to expressing thankfulness. The chapter descriptions delve into the power of gratitude, the promise of heaven, and the importance of rejoicing in God's promises and provision. Overall, the podcast highlights the significance of gratitude in our lives as believers and the impact it can have on ourselves and others.

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