Michael Easley inContext

Believers will face persecution and suffering. Grounded in the living hope of Jesus' resurrection, the apostle exhorts us to live courageously and faithfully no matter our challenges. Because of Christ's work and example, we can stand firm no matter what weighs against us. How will you endure suffering? Join Michael as he begins an expository teaching series through 1 Peter.

Almost 10 million women will be attending colleges across the country this year. Join Michael Easley and Hanna Seymour as they discuss the challenges college students face today as well as how you can be part of challenging and encouraging twenty-somethings to be the man or woman God created them to be, no matter their circumstances.

The Apostle Paul's sole motivation was to finish the course and ministry that Christ called him to (Acts 20:24). What are you aiming for? What does aging successfully look like? How can you best prepare? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this final episode, Michael speaks with Chris Hogan, best-selling author of Retired Inspired.

It is possible to grow older and never grow old. It is also possible to prematurely die before we actually encounter death. How we think, what we are, and what what we do now will inform how we age. This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Brenda Smith and Dr. Wendell Johnston. Michael concludes the episode by teaching from Genesis 25.

Studies show the average person dies within 7 years post retirement, and many die within the first 2. Retirement is a relatively recent social phenomenon. Have you ever stopped to consider if it's even Biblical? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Jeff Dobyns about when and how to financially prepare for retirement and Dr. Burton Sanders about 5 things that help you age well. Mic

Most of us are aimlessly growing old. After the kids are grown and we coast into retirement, what are we doing with our lives? What is our purpose? Does God still have plans to use us? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Jeanne Hendricks about aging with purpose and teaches from Psalm 71.

Gun control, the NRA, ARs, Mass Shootings, the Second Amendment: Perhaps the most vitriolic conversation in the news today. The left and right seem emotional and extreme in their response. As Christians how do we grapple with this topic? Is there a more moderate stance to take? In this episode, Michael Easley discusses these topics and more with Michael Mann. Towards the end of the program, Dr. Easley takes us through scripture and gives a theology of defense.

Michael reviews the 18 traits of a godly leader and wraps up Nehemiah and The Leadership Process. // Season 3 Finale

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 13 and discusses the exquisite loneliness of leadership and the importance of rest with Stephen Mansfield. // Season 3, Episode 12.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 12 and discusses how you can lead others in worship in your context with Carl Cartee and Bob Welch. // Season 3, Episode 11.

Michael teaches Nehemiah 10 and discusses how to warn and correct your team with Dennis Rainey.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 9 and discusses the most vital, yet overlooked component of leadership, with Joni Eareckson Tada and Barbara Brand. // Season 3, Episode 9

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 8 and discusses how to encourage your people and how to know your limits with Coach Les Steckel and Mike Glenn. // Season 3, Episode 8.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 6 and discusses how to keep the main thing the main thing, if there is ever time to run when facing opposition, and how to sense God's Hand with guests: Dennis Rainey, Bob McEwen, and Joni Eareckson Tada.

Season 3, Episode 6. Michael teaches from Nehemiah 5 and discusses the importance of compassion and integrity with Dave Ramsey, Janet Parshall, Stephen Mansfield, and General Reno.

Season 3, Episode 5. Join Michael as he teaches from Nehemiah 4 and discusses the importance of prayer and how to make tough decisions with Les Steckel and Susan West.

Season 3, Episode 4. Join Michael as he teaches from Chapter 3 of Nehemiah and discusses the importance of identifying with the people you lead and enlisting the right workers with General Loren Reno.

Season 3, Episode 3. Join Michael as he teaches from Chapter 2 of Nehemiah and discusses how to face opposition and how to stay on course as a leader with NFL Coach Les Steckel, Janet Parshall, and Dave Ramsey.

Season 3, Episode 2. Michael teaches from Nehemiah Chapter 1 and discusses what servant leadership practically looks like with Dave Ramsey, Janet Parshall, and Dr. Susan West.

Season 3, Episode 1. As leaders, we all face times of hardship and challenges. How might the text of Nehemiah shed light onto how we should respond when those situations arise? Join Michael Easley as he teaches from Nehemiah 1 and we begin a new series, The Leadership Process. https://michaelincontext.com/nehemiah-leadership-process/

Michael Easley inContext returns with an all new season on Oct 3. Here's a preview of what's to come in Season 3.

Annie F. Downs joins Michael in the studio to discuss the difference between local and global discipleship, what it looks like in her day to day, and how athletes might be the best Christians.

Bill Hendricks, President of the Giftedness Center, joins Michael in the studio to discuss how God has uniquely gifted each of his children to be disciple-makers.

Christ's final commission was to make disciples "as you go." What does that look like in today's context? Michael talks with Carl Cartee, songwriter/artist/worship leader, about making disciples through the avenue of worship.

Christ called his disciples to follow Him in order to become fishers of men. If we are truly a disciple of Christ, we should be engaged in disciple-making. Join Michael as he chats with Discipleship Pastor, Mark Irving, about practical ways to begin obeying Christ's command to make disciples.

Christ didn't give us a command to make disciples without giving us an example to follow. Dann Spader, author of 4-Chair Discipling and Walking As Jesus Walked, shares how we can look to Christ's example as a model for disciple-making.

Have we lost sight of Jesus' final command? Though churches are growing and ministries expanding, are we making disciples? Join Michael as he shares some thoughts on Matthew 28:19-20.

Without the resurrection our faith is worthless. Christianity would simply be another ology. Join Michael as he discusses Easter, the Resurrection, and teaches from Luke 24.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Final stop: Pool of Siloam in John 9.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Third stop: En Gedi in 1 Samuel 24.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Second stop: Caesarea Philippi.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. First stop: Caesarea.

There are approximately 900 printed English translations and paraphrases of the Bible. What is the story behind the first English translation and how we arrived with so many versions today? A conversation with Dr. Ed Blum, General Editor and Translator of the Holman Christian Standard Bible.

Are you too busy to rest? Is your day too hectic to spend time in God's Word and prayer? Jesus' invitation to the disciples is the same invitation He daily extends to us. Join Michael as he teaches from Mark 6.

A conversation about the progress of racial reconciliation in America and the church, racially charged current events, Black Lives Matters, and what our response should be as followers of Christ. Guests include: Dr. Crawford Loritts, LaTasha Morrison, and Jesse Lee Peterson.

Do we understand the gravity of God’s forgiveness and experience the joy that it brings? Join Michael as he teaches from Psalm 32.

How much stress does Proverbs 31 cause you, women? What if it's not about the "ideal woman" at all? Listen as Michael explains this "out of context".

On this episode, George Grant shares the little-known truth about Margaret Sanger and the origins of Planned Parenthood; Dr. Anthony Trabue shares his perspective as a former abortion provider, and Meagan Weber discusses And Then There Were None, a nonprofit that assists abortion clinic workers leave the abortion industry.

A conversation about the pro-life and pro-choice rhetoric, convictions, and more with Roland Warren (President/CEO of Care Net) + Stephanie Gray (pro-life activist).

The Greatest Message in the world deserves to be told on the most influential medium, in the best way possible. An interview with Dallas Jenkins, writer, director, producer of award-winning faith-based films. His latest film, "The Resurrection of Gavin Stone” hits theaters January 20th.

We all want to live a life that matters. Join Michael as he teaches from Psalm 90 with four prayers to consider as you set your New Year's Resolutions.

Test your knowledge of the Christmas story. Want to download the rest of the christmas quiz? http://michaelincontext.com/context-christmas-quiz/

Listen to part two as Join Michael takes a look at Isaiah 9 and the promised Messiah for the 8th Century B.C. Israelites to Believers today.

When the angels appeared to the shepherds and announced the birth of Jesus, did they sing or say?

A look at Isaiah 9 and the promised Messiah for the Israelites of the 8th Century B.C. to believers today.

Jon Gauger shares the insight and advice he gathered from dozens of Christian leaders including Tim Keller, Anne Graham Lotz, Michael W. Smith, Joni Eareckson Tada, Ravi Zacharias, and more.

A lesson on the most profound thanksgiving in the Bible.

How do we practically fight the attitude of comparison--especially in the age of social media where we constantly compare our reality with others' highlight reels? Join Michael in studio with Rachel Cruze, author of "Love Your Life, Not Theirs" and Dave Ramsey Personality.

Michael shares the six things he needs to remember as the election cycle draws to a close and we move forward as Christians in America.

A lesson in American history and government from Bob McEwen and a plea to "IDK" millennials (and other confused, apathetic and undecided voters) to join a party and vote from Katie Thompson.