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Why do we so easily believe we're the exception? In this milestone 100th episode of Knowing Freedom, Chris takes a deeper look at the roots of entitlement, uncovering how our past, our culture, and our experiences can subtly convince us that God's standards apply to everyone else except us. Discover how surrendering excuses, relinquishing our perceived rights, and fully embracing Christ's lordship opens the door to lasting freedom, humility, and abundant life.

In this episode, Chris explores twelve common entitlements that quietly shape our attitudes, relationships, and spiritual growth, from comfort and recognition to time, retaliation, and control. Through the lens of Galatians 2:20 and Philippians 2, discover how surrendering our perceived rights leads to greater freedom, deeper humility, and a life that more fully reflects Jesus.

Shame thrives in secrecy, but freedom is found in the light. In this episode, Chris explores the difference between healthy conviction and destructive shame, revealing how shame fuels fear, isolation, and a distorted view of our identity. Through biblical teaching and practical application, you'll learn how confession, forgiveness, community, and the grace of Jesus Christ work together to break the power of shame. If you've ever felt trapped by past failures, hidden struggles, or false labels, this episode offers hope and a clear path toward healing, freedom, and living fully known by God.

Our words carry incredible power. In this episode, Chris talks with his wife Jena about what it means to become people who intentionally speak life, encouragement, and blessing over others. Drawing from Scripture and personal stories, they discuss how simple words can bring healing, strengthen relationships, reveal identity, and partner with God's purposes in the lives of those around us. Whether with a spouse, child, friend, coworker, or even a stranger, discover practical ways to use your words to build others up and become a daily source of encouragement in a world that desperately needs it.

What we say matters. In this episode, Chris and his son Elijah, debrief their recent trip to Switzerland and unpack the life-changing power of words. From self-talk and insecurity to gossip, sarcasm, and complaining, they explore how our speech can either advance the Kingdom of God or reinforce the lies of the enemy.

In this episode, Chris and Jena talk with their friend Gio, who shares her story of Christ's transformational power in her life.

Relational tension and offense are inevitable—but division doesn't have to be. In this conversation, Chris and Jena unpack how the biblical pattern of Matthew 18 helps believers pursue reconciliation, guard unity, and experience the blessing of restored relationships.

In this episode, Pastor Chris talks about the topic of the dangers of religious pride.

In this episode, Pastor Chris talks about one of the most dangerous areas of religion that can show up in our lives and churches, a critical spirit and religious pride.

In this episode, Pastor Chris explores the significant contrast between an "inside-out" relationship and an "outside-in" religion, highlighting how religion can sometimes prevent us from experiencing the more profound aspects of God.

In this episode, Chris has a conversation with good freind and City Central's Worship Pastor, Jason Bradley, on the topic of how restoration intersects with the topic of musical worship within the church.

In this part 2 episode on the topic of a teachable heart, Chris talks about key reasons why recieving correction is important and gives some diagnostics to be able to tell how teachable we are to the Lord and others.

In this episode, Chris talks about how restoration can help to answer the question, "how do I know if I am humble?"

In this episode, Chris talks about the amazing truth that Christ is able to feel "with" us in our trials and sufferings.    https://citycentral.org/knowingfreedom

In this episode Chris talks about how it can be possible for us to be living with certain lies in tact due to our lack of restoration and how those impact how we live daily.   https://citycentral.org/knowingfreedom