Things Above

In this episode James Bryan Smith’s thought from above is, “take leaps with faith.” In this episode James defines faith as “an extension of knowledge based on knowledge.” To help illustrate his thought from above, Smith tells the story of the beggar Bartimaeus. Related Episodes: 1. Be Happy for God 2. Look for the Glory 3. Know Your […] The post Leaps with Faith appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with Philip Yancey. Philip is one of the best-selling contemporary Christian authors. In this episode, Jim interviews Philip on his memoir “Where the Light Fell.” Jim and Philip discuss the book as well as the moments in Philips’s life that changed his faith forever. Related Episodes: 1. Conversation […] The post Conversation with Philip Yancey appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

In this episode, James Bryan Smith’s thought from above is; be happy for God. Smith quotes from the book, “The Divine Conspiracy” by Dallas Willard to help explain his thought from above. James points out that we should seek out beauty in our everyday life. When we do this we will start to feel a […] The post Be Happy for God appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is; Look for the Glory. Smith opens the episode with a story about a photograph he saw in Australia back in 2017. This photo reminded Jim of Psalm 119 and how it can help us to see the glory of God. James defines glory as the combination […] The post Look for the Glory appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with author Sarah Clarkson. In this episode, James and Sarah discuss her book “This Beautiful Truth.” In This Beautiful Truth, Sarah shares her own encounters with beauty in the midst of her decade-long struggle with mental illness, depression, and doubt. She paints a compelling picture of the […] The post Conversation with Sarah Clarkson appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

The thought from above in this episode is, know your enemy. James Bryan Smith explains how the enemy (the devil) tries to deceive us and what we can do to defend ourselves from him. Smith quotes from Ephesians 6:11-17 to talk about the armor of God. James talks about each piece of armor listed in […] The post Know Your Enemy appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

The thought from above this week is, sin is slop. In this episode, James Bryan Smith gives us two ways to help us win the battle against sin. The first is to stay focused on God, and the second is to see sin for what it is. Smith uses the story of David and Bathsheeba […] The post Sin is Slop appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith has a Things Above Conversation with Bruce McNicol and Robby Angle. Smith asks both guests questions about their work with Trueface, and the book “The Cure.” Both Bruce and Robby will be teaching at The Apprentice Gathering 2021. Learn more and register here! Guest Biographies: Bruce McNicol: Bruce is co-contributor with Dallas […] The post Conversation with Bruce McNicol and Robby Angle appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

In the second episode of season four, for the Things Above podcast, James Bryan Smith thought from above is; “you are blessed.” Smith begins the episode with a story about his new puppy Wesley. The thought from above came to Jim through his experience of adopting and training Wesley. Smith quotes Ephesians 1: 3-7 to […] The post You are Blessed appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

Season 4 has arrived! James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week focuses on soul wellness. Smith opens the episode by saying we have a soul, and it is very needy. In the episode, James announces he finished the 4th book in “The Good and Beautiful” series. The book will be titled “The Good and […] The post Soul Wellness appeared first on Apprentice Institute.