Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Exodus 14:14–15, where God calls His people both to be still and to move forward—promising to fight for them while also telling them to go. Faith means trusting God to do what we cannot while continuing to walk in obedience to where He is leading.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike explores passages like 1 Samuel 16 and the Gospels that point to a connection between spiritual forces and mental or emotional distress. He reflects on the fall in Eden, explaining that death included not just the physical, but also spiritual, emotional, and mental brokenness, opening the door to both inner evil and external spiritual influence. While anxiety and depression do not come from God, He may allow them for His greater purposes. Drawing on insights from Beatte Carmichael, Mike reminds listeners that true freedom and healing are found in the authority of Christ over every part of our brokenness.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike here. Today I talk about the connection between deliverance and healing in the New Testament, where we often see Jesus healing sickness and casting out demons as part of the same work of restoring people. In passages like Luke 13:11–16 and Acts 10:38 we see that some suffering was connected to spiritual oppression, reminding us that the battle against evil can affect both body and soul. Reflecting on this, and referencing Beanie Carmichael’s book, I wonder whether some of the struggles and diseases we face today may also have a spiritual dimension that we sometimes overlook.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike here. The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ came not only to save us from sin but also to defeat the power of Satan and the kingdom of darkness. Scripture tells us that through the cross Christ disarmed the spiritual powers and authorities and triumphed over them (Colossians 2:15), and that He appeared to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). Because of Jesus’ victory, the enemy’s power is limited and temporary, and one day God will finally crush Satan completely (Romans 20).
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike here. Today I focus on the journey of the Apostle Paul, who went from persecuting the church as a Pharisee to being dramatically converted by God on the road to Damascus (Acts 9:3–6). Paul later taught that apart from Christ people are spiritually dead and under the influence of the evil one—“following the ruler of the power of the air” and “by nature children of wrath” (Ephesians 2:1–3)—but through Jesus Christ God rescues us and brings us into new life.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike here. In Job 37:13 we’re reminded that God directs the clouds and the rain, sometimes for correction, sometimes to water the earth, and sometimes as an expression of His love. Even the weather reminds us that creation is under God’s authority and care.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike here. The Bible teaches that the devil is a real spiritual enemy who leads an organized kingdom of evil and seeks to disrupt the mission of God, our obedience, and our love relationship with the Lord. But while the enemy is active in this world, he is not sovereign—Jesus Christ has already won the victory, and the devil ultimately operates on a leash under the authority of God.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues the series on spiritual warfare by looking at what the New Testament says about the devil’s influence in this world. We explore passages where Jesus speaks of the “ruler of this world” in John, where Paul calls him the “god of this age,” and Peter warns that the devil prowls like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour. While Scripture is clear that evil spiritual forces are real and active, it is just as clear that their power is limited. The devil may have influence in this world, but he is ultimately on a leash held by the true King, Jesus Christ. Join us as we remember that the authority of Christ is greater than any power of darkness.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike continues the new series on spiritual warfare by looking at the reality of evil and personal forces of darkness in our world. Drawing from Genesis 3, 1 Corinthians 10, and 1 Peter 5:8—where we are warned that the devil prowls around like a roaring lion—Mike explores what Scripture teaches about Satan and his activity. We also consider passages in John where Jesus refers to the devil as the “ruler of this world.” Join us as we take a sober look at the reality of spiritual opposition while remembering that Christ’s authority and victory are far greater than any power of darkness.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike introduces a brand new series on spiritual warfare. In this opening episode, we begin digging into the origins of evil and explore the three primary sources Scripture reveals: the brokenness within us, the influence of those around us, and the very real personal forces of evil—evil spirits, demons, and the devil himself. As we begin this journey, we’ll also keep our focus on the greater truth: Christ’s authority and victory over every power of darkness. Join us as we lay the foundation for understanding spiritual warfare from a biblical perspective.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike wraps up the 49 Commands of Jesus series by focusing on what it truly means for Jesus to be our Lord. We reflect on how awesome and worthy He is, and how the right response to Him is a simple but powerful “yes.” When Jesus is Lord, we choose to follow Him, obey His commands, and walk in step with His Word and His Spirit. Join us for this final episode as we celebrate the greatness of Christ and renew our commitment to say yes to whatever He asks of us.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike wraps up the series on the 49 commands of Jesus by focusing on His powerful charge: “Feed my sheep.” Breaking down each word, Mike explores what it truly means to nourish God’s people with truth, humility, and love. He reminds us that faithful ministry cares not only for the sheep already in the fold but also keeps watch for the sheep who are still on the way. Join us for this encouraging and challenging finale that calls every believer to stay close to the Shepherd and faithfully feed His sheep.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Matthew 5:12 and John 14:1, where Jesus calls us to a resilient joy that rises above present circumstances. Though trials and pressures are real, Christ commands us not to let our hearts be troubled or our joy be stolen, because our hope is anchored in Him and in the reward He promises. As we fix our eyes on Jesus rather than our situation, the Holy Spirit strengthens us to live with steady peace and unshakable joy.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike turns to Matthew 7:15, where Jesus warns us to beware of false prophets who come in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. This teaching calls believers to wise discernment—not cynicism—by evaluating leaders according to their fruit, their faithfulness to Christ’s teaching, and the spiritual impact of their lives. As we stay rooted in Scripture and close to the Good Shepherd, the Holy Spirit helps us recognize what is truly from God and what is not.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Matthew 7:13, where Jesus warns that the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life—and few find it. This sobering teaching reminds us that following Christ isn’t about drifting with the crowd but intentionally choosing the way of obedience and trust. Yet the narrow road is not meant to discourage us; it’s an invitation to wholehearted discipleship and the abundant life Jesus promises to those who walk with Him.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike talks about the reality of evil and the even greater authority of Christ to deliver and set people free. While Scripture is clear that evil is real and active, it never has the final word. God’s goodness, love, and power far surpass every work of darkness. Stay aware—but keep your focus where it belongs: on the victorious, delivering power of Jesus.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Matthew 10:16 and Jesus’ call to be “wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” We live aware that we have a real enemy who schemes against us, so wisdom and discernment matter. But we also walk in humility, keeping our eyes fixed on the Lord and our lives aimed at His glory. Be engaged in the fight—but don’t let the fight become your focus.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike focuses on perseverance—the steady, grace-fueled endurance of the Christian life. Scripture assures us that true believers will persevere to the end, not because we are perfect, but because God is faithfully at work within us. He keeps producing repentance that leads to growing obedience, even through our stumbles and setbacks. Take heart and keep going—God is committed to finishing the work He began in you.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike focuses on Luke 9:23 and Jesus’ clear call to not be fans, but followers. When Jesus says to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow Him, He’s inviting us into wholehearted discipleship—not casual admiration. Faith isn’t lived from the sidelines; it’s lived on the road with Him. Step beyond fandom and into the daily, costly, life-giving journey of true obedience.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Mark 5:36 — “Do not fear, only believe.” Fear often takes root in our lives through failure and pain, quietly shaping our decisions and shrinking our faith. Yet again and again, Scripture calls us to step out of fear and into trust. When we choose belief over fear, we position ourselves to walk in obedience and step into the blessings God has prepared.
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