The Extra Mile Podcast
Faith in Action! Deep and casual conversations about faith and being better humans. Justin and G5 tackle topics, questions, and interview everyday Christians to get a wholesome point of view on God and our journey through life. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theextramilepodcast9921
Episodes
177 episodes
There is No Hate like Christian Love
There is No Hate like Christian LoveThis quote is gaining traction in social media. Why does the world seem to hate Christians? Is it because the world hates the goodly things of God? Is it because some who claim to be of Christ are act...
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Episode 176
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28:30
Wisdom and Life
Wisdom and LifeOptions exist in choices from food, to clothing, to choosing entertainment. How we make those decisions encompasses our entire lives. Some decisions we make mark turning points where we can’t go backward. Thi...
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Episode 175
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30:55
Loving God’s Word - Ben Walker
Loving God’s Word - Ben WalkerA major effort that may be lacking in your family life is worshipping as a family unit. I know I can stomach to be a better leader in my family by guiding a study of the Bible more. Ben Walker ...
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Episode 174
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1:11:19
Discussions About the Bible - Tactics
Discussions About the Bible - TacticsMany of us freeze when we are questioned about our faith. The apostle Paul told us to be ready to make a defense of our faith. This takes training and preparation to be comfortable discussing, defend...
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Episode 173
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20:34
Prison Minister - Sam Brown
Prison Minister - Sam BrownIt is our pleasure to have Sam Brown in the podcast. He is a former inmate who has devoted his life to God. There is hope for those who have nothing to live for. If the world has taken everything ...
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Episode 173
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1:00:11
If You Were to Write a Preface to the Bible
If You Were to Write a Preface to the BibleBooks have prefaces — short introductions before the reader ever gets to the true content. These often provide encouragement to actually engage and read the book. If you had to write a preface ...
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Episode 172
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8:43
Faith & Fortune
It’s easy to be deceived and envious of those who strike it rich. Bought Amazon when it was six dollars a share? Have a flash drive full of bitcoin? Raking in jackpots? Ever considered something your friend has and longed for it? T...
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Episode 171
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33:12
Introduction to the Extra Mile Podcast: Life and Faith in Christ
The podcast is focused on having casual conversations about life and faith with Christians. This type of fellowship is meant to be challenging and inspiring for everyone. Everyone is welcome to join in and grow with us. Are you sea...
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Episode 168
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8:13
Coffee Talk - Ready to Read?
Ready to Read?Book collecting is great for the shelf, the backdrop to the den or home office. The knowledge contained in those books is able to change you. The book we recommend for a change of heart would be the Bible. The...
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Episode 170
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28:45
Espresso Shot - Caring for One Another
Caring for One AnotherThe end of the year is a strange time for gathering with loved ones. This time can be particularly hard for those who feel alone, or are beaten down by life. The purpose of God’s church is support for ...
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Episode 167
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15:40
Time and Love
2 John is a short book with great impact. Simply put, we are to love God and our fellow men. This call of morality from God is to have self control and to act selflessly. Our actions stem from our hearts, and there is a record of our behavior. ...
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Episode 166
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14:50
Being Thankful
The end of the gathering season when the weather turns crisp, or at least in West Texas it may not be too hot, is the time for giving thanks and visiting loved ones. This year we at the Extra Mile Podcast are thankful for you!From G5, J...
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Episode 165
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26:38
2024 - The Extra Mile Recap
In this special year-end recap of The Extra Mile podcast, we revisit all our incredible guest speakers from 2024! Each guest reflects on how they would “go the extra mile” as taught by Jesus in Matthew 5:41. Hear their inspiring answers and pra...
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Episode 164
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43:53
Do You Have a Heart Problem?
#moreG5Balaam had a heart of greed. The actions of Balaam in Numbers 22 and 23 aren’t specifically declared as evil in the Old Testament. The tale of Balaam is a curious one, as the Angel of the Lord stood in his way. The talking donkey...
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Episode 163
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19:25
Caleb’s Corner Question: If You Could Meet Any Bible Character for Coffee
One of the reasons a meal or coffee is a casual way to relax and enjoy conversation, in part, has to do with its finality. A few sips is enough to finish a cup of coffee, but what great conversations can be had!What questions would you ...
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Episode 162
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8:32
What Would Jesus Think of the Election?
There is a lot of talk these days about connecting hatred and Jesus. Perhaps you’ve heard “there’s no hate like Christian love.” The question is proposed of what would Jesus say about our recent political elections. The answer to that questions...
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Episode 161
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32:00
Make Me Clean Again
Matthew 28:48 tells of prophecy fulfilled in Jesus’s death. The xylospongium was a sponge on a stick used in the Roman era. Its use had many applications, one of them was a t...
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Episode 161
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31:22
Creating a Legacy - Brent Hunter
Former preacher at Kirkland Church of Christ in Kirkland, Washington. A guest during our Creating a Legacy gospel meeting and seminar at the Milwaukee Ave church in Lubbock. Our conversation addresses many aspects of teaching, evan...
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Episode 160
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1:01:27
Caleb’s Corner Question: What is Your Favorite Fact of the Bible?
The Bible is a reliquary of wisdom literature and methodology to become a better person. The gospel call of Jesus, the compassionate savior who showed us how to overcome sin and death, is the power of salvation to those who believe. One cannot ...
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Episode 159
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33:02
Can Sin Be Rationalized?
Like a child trying to talk their way out of trouble, we often try and rationalize our sin. But can sin be rationalized? Our choices and motivations for our actions are feelings we often need to express. How often, then, do we come to our sense...
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Episode 158
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25:41
Redeemed and Fearless - Chuck Durham
Thanks to Chuck Durham for visiting us again on this episode focusing on our salvation in God through Christ. One of our guest lecturers during Milwaukee Ave church’s weekend men’s study. He is leading a discussion on David, one of the Bible’s ...
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Episode 157
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43:12
Uncomfortable Silences
Other than our “Laodicea Sip” experiences where performers or preachers are not engaging, how do some hold the attention of others. Especially with public speaking, this can be a major concern when looking at public speeches or teaching. <...
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Episode 156
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31:23
Fearlessness in Him - Tim Jennings
We are thankful for our special guest, Tim Jennings, for joining us on today’s episode. Our discussion spans from patterns in the Bible, to common fears of men and mankind. How to make connection with your life and Jesus is taking something you...
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Episode 155
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59:05
Wonderfully Made
What is in the water in Lubbock? Caleb and George have special announcements this episode. We look at the beauty and wonder of having children. Being a dad. The glory of life. And some of the fears associated with changes in our lives.
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Episode 154
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32:22
Caleb’s Corner Question: If You Could Have a Meal with Any Biblical Character…
Caleb’s Corner Question: If You Could Have a Meal with Any Biblical Character…If you could have dinner with any Biblical character, which would you choose? What would you talk about? Where would your choice take you? Would you be concer...
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Episode 153
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35:48