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How do you approach Christian pretenders? Have you ever dealt with hostile Christians and want to know how to communicate with them? Pastor Mike reminds us that this is not a new problem. There are multiple accounts in the Bible that deal with hypocrisy and hostility.  Start a conversation with great humility; we cannot see other people's hearts. If someone does get hostile, Jesus says to address the sin one-on-one and then bring in others if necessary.Have courage to speak up and encourage others to repent. References: Matthew 18 Resources: How to Talk Taboo: https://youtu.be/BKiKoZPZfE4 Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Have you ever wondered if Jesus is Jewish or Christian? Jesus was Jewish because his genealogy can be traced back to Abraham, who is the father of the Jewish people. The first page of the New Testament references the genealogy of the Messiah, the Christ. The word Christian was first used in the book of Acts, referring to those that believed in Jesus as the Savior. So what is Jesus, Jewish or Christian? Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

What are the threats we need to be most aware of so we can hold on to our faith instead of lose it, so we can protect it and we can spread it? To hold on to true Christianity, we have to embrace all of it and not add or subtract from it (Revelation 22:18). Some influences like education, traditions and evolution can effect our faith by questioning or changing what is written in the bible. Let God be God and pray for all Christians to be aware of these threats.  Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Phones can be so addicting; but can being a Christian help with that? Yes and no. Being a Christian does not stop the dopamine in our brain that comes from the unbelievably magnetic attraction of our phones. But, being a Christian can fill some of those holes in your heart that we try to fill with our phones. When our hearts itch and ache for love and acceptance, we can find a place to belong in the arms of Jesus. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

What exactly do you say when you want to pray? How do you even go about prayer? Pastor Mike relieves the pressure by reminding you that even without words, God hears you. Watch this video for Pastor Mike's prayer method, the ACTS method. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

How do you share Jesus without being perceived as a pushy Christian? Do you ever struggle with balancing your desire to share Jesus with others without seeming condescending? Pastor Mike gives tips from the book of James about listening, asking questions, and prayer when it comes to conversations about faith. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

If you want to get the most out of church or reading the Bible, what should you do? What's the best way to go about these moments in God's Word? Pastor Mike offers a two-word phrase to help you.  Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Should you love God, or should you fear him? If you've ever wondered if you should be afraid of God, Pastor Mike explains the biblical meaning of the word "fear" and brings clarity to how you can view God. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Do you ever wonder how not to lose heart when the world seems so messed up? You want to pray about it, but in this era of world news, it can feel overwhelming to hear all the troubles and pray for them. Pastor Mike encourages you to balance your prayers. Find out how. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Can God be both angry and loving? Is the God of the Old Testament different from the God of the New Testament? Pastor Mike explains the never-changing nature of God. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

No matter what age you are, you may have thought about retirement. But what does the Bible say? Pastor Mike keeps us in the narrow middle by reminding us to glorify God in every stage of life. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Why have people stayed away from church since Covid, and how can we get them back? Covid was a great opportunity for both God and the devil. There were wonderful outreach opportunities that came out of the Covid era, but there was also disconnection and disruption. Pastor Mike reminds us what the Bible says about meeting together. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

How do you convince your adult children that church is important? Pastor Mike gives two tips for approaching this topic with grace and truth. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

If you're familiar with the Apostles' Creed, you'll remember that it says, "He (Jesus) descended into hell." Pastor Mike points to the Bible passage that references this surprising occurrence. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Sign up for Text Updates: https://timeofgrace.org/sign-up-for-text-updates/ Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgrace

Isn't jealousy bad? Pastor Mike explains why God being jealous is loving and protective.  Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus. Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org.If you have a question you'd like Pastor Mike to address in a future video or podcast, please send it to [email protected]. Follow Time of Grace on Social Media: @timeofgraceFollow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny