{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Practice The Word","title":"Are You Deceiving Yourself? James 1:22 Challenges Every Christian (Part One)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3373,"description":"What does it really mean to be a doer of God’s Word?\nIn the very first episode of Practice the Word, hosts Bryan, Veneta, and Brian Jarman explore one of the most convicting verses in Scripture: James 1:22.\nTogether they discuss why so many people identify as Christians but struggle to live out their faith, how James himself went from doubting Jesus to leading the early church, and what practical obedience looks like for believers today. They also talk about the role of the Holy Spirit, overcoming fear, spiritual disciplines like prayer and fasting, sharing your testimony, and why Christianity is meant to be practiced—not simply believed.\nIf you’ve ever wondered why your faith feels stagnant, or you’re looking for practical encouragement to walk more closely with Christ, this conversation is for you.\nChapters\n00:00 Introduction to Practice the Word\n00:00:26 Why We Started This Podcast\n00:01:20 Opening Prayer\n00:02:10 Meet Bryan, Veneta & Bryan Jarman\n00:02:35 James 1:22 — Be Doers of the Word\n00:02:50 Barna Research: The Disconnect in Christianity\n00:03:46 James, the Brother of Jesus\n00:05:00 Why James’ Story Matters Today\n00:08:20 From Hearing to Obedience\n00:10:40 The Danger of Self-Deception\n00:12:05 Why Christians Struggle to Live Their Faith\n00:13:40 Fear, Comfort & Spiritual Growth\n00:16:20 The Importance of Daily Prayer\n00:17:45 What Does “Be a Doer” Actually Mean?\n00:20:25 Applying Scripture Beyond Sunday\n00:22:00 Humility Before God\n00:23:30 Prayer, Fasting & Spiritual Disciplines\n00:24:55 The Holy Spirit Is Your Helper\n00:30:35 Practical Ways to Practice the Word\n00:32:40 Learning from Abraham, Moses & David\n00:34:10 Why Your Testimony Matters\n00:35:40 Prison Ministry & Real Transformation\n00:38:20 Are You a Doer of the Word or the World?\n00:42:00 Jacob Slavin’s Powerful Christian Witness\n00:44:40 Ministering to the Homeless\n00:50:20 Practical Ways to Become a Doer of the Word\n00:52:10 Knowledge vs. Obedience\n00:53:30 God’s Word Is Meant to Transform...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/XhU8pSi-x3y3aWP-36y9rgKs-qTJNzpbqgmNZJ3EoJE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ZDgw/MGI1YmU5NjIyM2U1/MDJhYzliZDU0N2Zk/Nzk2MS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}