Growing Closer to God with Guided Meditation
Welcome to the new season of the podcast, now titled "Growing Closer to God with Guided Meditation"!
Join your host, Pastor Robert Young, as we embark on a journey of spiritual exploration and renewal. This podcast is designed to help you deepen your faith and find inner peace through calming, reflective, and transformative meditative practices inspired by scripture.
Our Evolution
While the podcast, formerly known as Not Your Parent's Religion, focused in Seasons 1 and 2 on correcting misinformation and myths about religious beliefs and the teaching of Jesus Christ, the program has evolved. In Season 3, we began drawing closer to God with guided meditations, exploring all the details of why and how to meditate, and discussing the Biblical origins of Christian meditations.
With over 30 years of experience in Church planting and mentoring other Pastors, and 30+ years of training leaders in evangelism/discipleship, Pastor Young is here to guide you through these moments of stillness and connection with God.
What to Expect in Season 4
We are excited to return with Season 4 starting Sunday, October 5. We will continue to offer a structured weekly schedule:
- Sundays: Our weekly guided meditation episode.
- Monday through Friday: Daily devotions and reflections that expand on the topic of the Sunday meditations.
- Wednesdays: Audio episodes of our House Church series. This series reflects the Bible's teaching that believers should gather together for corporate worship, fellowship, encouragement, and even admonishment.
For those seeking an enhanced experience, we are adding video versions of the meditations and devotions to our Patreon page. These videos are designed to give you a more immersive experience as you meditate on the Father, His teachings, and His presence.
Tune in each week as we lead you on this path to connecting more deeply with God.
Growing Closer to God with Guided Meditation
The Jesus No One Talks About Series: Jesus Combats Bad Theology | Wednesday Devotion
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“You are mistaken” is not an insult from Jesus, it’s a rescue line. We sit with Matthew 22:29 and let it do its work: exposing the subtle ways we can misread Scripture, underestimate the power of God, and end up living with beliefs that burden people instead of blessing them.
We look at two very different religious mistakes Jesus confronts. The Sadducees deny the resurrection, cutting off the possibility that God can bring new life where we only see endings. The Pharisees stack heavy traditions on top of God’s law, turning faith into pressure and performance. Jesus doesn’t chase debate for sport; he corrects them because theology shapes lives, and distorted views of God always spill into how people are treated.
Then we return to what Jesus reveals about God’s true heart: God is powerful, God is alive, God is near. That simple trio becomes a reset for anxious faith, dry religion, and cynicism. You’ll also get a short guided reflection question and a closing prayer that asks God to correct misunderstandings and align our beliefs with his heart. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a review if it helped. What is one belief you want Jesus to correct?
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Scripture Reading And Warning
Pastor Robert YoungToday's scriptural thought is coming from the book of Matthew, chapter twenty-two, verse twenty-nine. You are mistaken, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.
Two Groups Get God Wrong
Pastor Robert YoungThe Sadducees denied the resurrection. The Pharisees added heavy traditions to God's law.
Theology That Hurts People
Pastor Robert YoungJesus corrected both groups because their theology hurts people. He wasn't arguing for the sake of debate. He was revealing the true heart of God.
God Is Powerful Alive Near
Pastor Robert YoungGod is powerful. God is alive. God is near. God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Jesus corrected their misunderstandings so people could see God clearly.
Three-Minute Guided Reflection
Pastor Robert YoungLet's take three minutes to reflect on the following question. Where might Jesus be inviting you to see God more accurately?
Affirmation For Clearer Faith
Pastor Robert YoungJesus reveals the true heart of God, and I receive his clarity. Again, Jesus reveals the true heart of God, and I receive his clarity.
Closing Prayer For Correction
Pastor Robert YoungOur closing prayer. Dear Lord, correct my misunderstandings. Show me who you truly are. Let my beliefs reflect your heart. For Christ's sake, Amen.