Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks Romans 8:12–17 and the incredible gift of adoption into God’s family. He contrasts the deep insecurity and longing of spiritual orphans—those who don’t know where they belong—with the confidence and identity we receive as God’s adopted children. When the Spirit testifies that we are His, we no longer have to strive to earn a place—we already belong. We are not slaves, not orphans—we are sons and daughters of the King.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on the word "realm" in Romans 8:9. When we have the Spirit, we’ve moved into a new home. Using the image of two houses in the same neighborhood, Mike reminds us that we now live in the Spirit’s house—we might visit the old one (the flesh), but it’s no longer our home. Our identity is now shaped by where we truly belong.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Romans 8:9–11 and the incredible reality that God’s Spirit dwells in us. He highlights how this may be the greatest blessing of all—not just that we are forgiven or promised heaven, but that God Himself lives within us. Mike also emphasizes the powerful statement that “we belong”—a truth that speaks to our identity, our security, and the deep connection we have with God through the Spirit.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks Romans 8:5–8, where Paul draws a clear line between living according to the flesh and living according to the Spirit. Our default setting is the flesh—a mindset driven by self, pride, and sin. But when we belong to Christ, we’re called into a new way of life, governed by the Spirit. Mike reminds us that cultivating this Spirit-filled life takes intentionality and effort. It’s not automatic, and it’s not easy. But the reward is life and peace, whereas the flesh only brings death and hostility toward God. A powerful reminder that spiritual formation requires focus, discipline, and daily surrender.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares from The Greatest Treasure, focusing on God's goodness as our perfect Father. Drawing from Romans 8:1–4 and Chapter 4 of his book, Mike reflects on how God, like a loving and capable dad, provides all we need—not just for survival, but for joy, peace, and spiritual growth. Just as a condemned building is no longer useful, we too were once without purpose, condemned by sin. But now, through Christ, we've been made new—secure, beloved, and supplied with everything necessary for life and godliness. This episode offers both deep reassurance and a call to trust in God's daily provision.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike explores Romans 8:1–4 and the powerful truth that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Mike unpacks what it really means to be condemned by God—not just feeling guilty, but being declared unusable, like a condemned building. He also addresses the eternal weight of condemnation in hell and the incredible hope we have through Jesus, who delivers us from that sentence forever.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike walks through Romans 7:21–25, wrapping up his look at the inner battle every believer faces. We are new creations who genuinely love God’s law and long to walk in His ways—but there’s still a part of us that rebels, pulling us toward sin. Mike reminds us of the daily grace and ultimate rescue found in Jesus, who delivers us now and will one day deliver us fully.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike circles back to Romans 7:14–18, focusing this time on the Apostle Paul’s identity. Mike explores how Paul sees himself—not as a wretch—but as a saint made righteous through Christ. Evil, though still present, is portrayed as a foreign intruder, disrupting the new life Paul has in Jesus. This perspective offers hope and clarity for believers wrestling with sin while clinging to their true identity in Christ.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks Romans 7:14–18 and the deep, personal struggle that every believer faces—the battle within. Though we desire to follow God's ways, we often find ourselves falling short, doing the very things we hate. The Christian life isn't about perfection, but about engaging in this ongoing spiritual fight. Be encouraged: the struggle itself is a sign of life and evidence of God at work in you.
Read MoreToday on the daily Nugget, Mike shares about something he recently lost and how God used it to give him a glimpse into how God feels about lost people. He digs into Luke 15 for a few minutes to discuss the very heart of God.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike unpacks Romans 7:13–14 and explores how God's law exposes the true depth of our sin. Far from being the problem, the law reveals just how sinful sin really is. As Mike shares, the more we see the holiness of God’s commands, the more we realize our need for a Savior. This episode is a sobering yet hope-filled reminder that while the law shows us our condition, only grace can bring the cure.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike dives into Romans 7:7–12 and highlights just how deep our sin really runs. We are so sinful that even God’s law—which is good, righteous, and holy—exposes and stirs up our rebellion. The very standard that reflects everything we want to be actually draws us to violate it. It’s not because the law is bad, but because sin in us is that deceptive, that corrupt, and that strong. This passage reminds us how desperately we need grace—not just for forgiveness, but for transformation.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget Podcast, Mike reflects on Memorial Day and the powerful example of love it represents—not just tender love, but strong, sacrificial love. He shares how the greatest memorial act in history was Jesus laying down His life for us, the ultimate demonstration of love and redemption. Mike also takes a moment to express deep admiration for the men and women in the military whose courage and selflessness embody that same strength of love in service and sacrifice.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares a section from Chapter 1 of The Greatest Treasure on God’s strong love that affirms us—not by approving of everything we do, but by calling us into who we’re meant to be. He unpacks the important difference between acceptance and affirmation, reminding us that while we are called to accept everyone as image-bearers of God, we are not called to affirm every behavior. Just as God’s love accepts us fully yet lovingly challenges us, true love embraces people without compromising the truth.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike dives into Romans 7:4-6 and reminds us that we have died to the law so we can belong to Christ and bear fruit for God. He explains how, apart from the Spirit, we naturally produce either plastic fruit—fake and performative—or rotten fruit—sinful and destructive. But through the Spirit, we can bear real, life-giving fruit that reflects the character of Christ. It’s not about trying harder; it’s about abiding deeper.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike looks at Romans 7:1–3 and the powerful truth that we’ve died to the law and now belong to Jesus. Just like a widow is free from her former marriage, we’re no longer bound by rules—we’re free to live in grace and love. You’re not married to the law anymore. You’re free to belong to Christ.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares from Romans 6:20–23. Shame is one of the enemy’s most powerful tools—it isolates, destroys, and convinces us we’re beyond redemption. But God doesn't just forgive our sins… He sets us free from shame. Through Jesus, we’re not only rescued from the penalty of sin—we’re invited into a brand-new life, marked by holiness and eternal joy.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares from Romans 6:15–19. We dive into what it means to become a slave to righteousness. Mike unpacks the powerful truth behind the Greek words doulos (slave/servant) and kurios (Lord), reminding us that we were not just freed from sin—we were freed for something far greater. As we submit to Jesus as Lord, we step into the life God intended for us all along: a life marked by holiness, purpose, and true freedom.
Read MoreToday on the Daily Nugget, Mike Conan reflects on the story of the prodigal son, where a father joyfully welcomes back his lost son—not because of his worthiness, but because of the father’s extravagant love. Mike reminds us that God’s grace pursues us relentlessly and offers acceptance freely, no matter how far we’ve wandered. Let this encourage you to embrace God’s unfailing love and share that hope with others.
Read MoreToday on The Daily Nugget, Mike reflects on Romans 6:11–14 and the powerful truth that we’ve been set free from sin's grip. We are no longer prisoners—evil no longer controls us. Mike shares a fresh take on “ghosting” sin, encouraging listeners to walk in the freedom Christ has already won.
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