In recent years every human being on earth with technology is continually inundated with stress, fear, and the unknown. It’s so easy to welcome distractions to deal with stress and pressure. So how are we to respond to that temptation? So many options are available, some good and some not so good. Today we are going to talk it through.Even from ancient times, Jesus’ teaching has wisdom that surpasses the passing of time.  Come listen as Daniel and Duffy dissect this topic, with the goal of refining our vision using the application of God’s word to our time today. We are so glad you’re tuning in!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Let's get caught back up! Duffy is back and diving deeper into our last episode, "A Penny for Your Thoughts!" We talked about tithing and giving....what does it all mean? Let's find out as we listen in on DUFFY!!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

The guys are back to tackle a common conversation heard from the pulpits, but with a twist. Tithing is always an uncomfortable conversation; but what does it really mean? Come listen as the guys dive deeper into what makes so many cringe in our seats and share another viewpoint that might make you think differently. Jesus said giving should be with a joyful heart. Remember, HE always wants our heart and nothing more. We hope you enjoy this conversation; and don’t forget to come back when Duffy continues next week on a deeper dive! Thanks for joining us!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Duffy follows back up after last weeks talk on Love the witch and Yourself! A true look into the 2nd greatest commandment from Jesus, love your neighbor as yourself! We could call this also Judgement vs Discernment! Something we should all take a deeper look into! Scriptures: Matthew 7:1-5; Romans 2:1; Romans 14:10; Matthew 25:31-33: 2 Timothy 4:1Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Throughout history, even people who didn’t believe Jesus was the son of God would agree that he was an amazing teacher, and lover of people. As true followers of Christ we constantly try to teach ourselves to be like him in this way… Lovers of people, all people. Sadly, this is also the area we fail miserably.  Today we talk about how to overcome the obstacles we naturally face when we’re trying to grow in our ability to love other people. Like that really old song your grandma likes…  “ what the world needs now is love”By Hal DavisOr “All you need is love” by John Lennon and countless other songs hoping to get the message across. People have observed our world is in desperate need of more love. Ultimately our Creator God wants us to love each other too. Check out these words from the book of 1Corinthians 13 :1 If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecyand can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. 3 If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast,[b]but do not have love, I gain nothing.4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.8 Love never fails. God sent Jesus in love for us. So come check out the conversation , we hope you’ll grow with us.Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

On this episode, Duffy goes solo. Next week we will come together and discuss what Duffy explains. Get ready for first Duffy solo as he explains the tension of Jesus and other teachers during that time and even now!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Have you ever tried to order a pizza with more than two people? It’s hard to agree on what toppings to pick. Free will and opinions are great features God gave us as humans and not to oversimplify it, but religion is kind of like pizza. There are many different religions throughout the world. All of them have the same goals to reach some higher being. So how do we interact with people who don’t agree with our pursuit of God. Sadly, sometimes we ostracize and criticize people. Have you ever heard two people arguing about religion? It’s weird, but it can get pretty nasty out there. Why? How do we handle it? Why do we always feel we need to be right? Isn’t the Lord big enough to take care of the details. Today we’re going to talk about all of this. Our hope is to promote a healthier way of representing God. After all, Jesus said “love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul and mind and love others as yourself”. So grab a piece of pizza and settle in, we’re delivering this one right to you! Let us know what you think. We’re glad you’re here.Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

We have the honor of hosting a special guest and friend today. Candice Reyes is sharing her  journey of overcoming trauma that could have devastated her future. So many people experience traumatic events and it begins to influence the trajectory of their lives. God miraculously interrupted Candice’s path and she made it through to bring hope to others. Candice is a SURVIVOR and FIGHTER that God has used to serve others through a place called HerWell. She has an inspirational story of hope and healing. You won’t be disappointed and we hope you’ll share this episode with friends. Get ready for some heavy talk, and of course some laughter! God ROCKS! Thanks for listening! Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Duffy continues the conversation from last week about a question some have had about the garden of Eden incident. Did God temp his children and cause sin? Would God do that to hurt his children? Trying to make sense of this, Duffy dives deep into his seminary files to answer this confusing situation. We trust by the time you are done listening, you will have a better understanding of the real tempter and the Good Father, Bad Father, question! Let’s go! The fire has been lit! Notes:Romans 8:23-39 Genesis 2:9, 15-17 Isaiah 11:1 Galatians 3:13 Deut 21:23 Revelation 22:12-14 Revelation 22:2Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Think about this…our experiences with our fathers will influence our  opinions of God. Even the greatest Dads can’t measure up to God our Heavenly Father!If you have a good relationship with God and really know His character you’ll agree. Sadly, That’s not always the case, I myself put God in a box, assuming he was displeased with me and unconcerned, until I was overcome by His love. My understanding of his character grows daily. So let talk it over. Is God a  good or bad Father? Why doesn’t he intervene in the state of our world? Why do we suffer  through traumatic experiences?There is a tension we all wrestle through with God. We say this with conviction, you are very loved! We will tackle some tough questions today. Thanks for joining us!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Today we will take a deeper look at a Biblical perspective of the collision, clash, and contradiction within our minds, hearts, and nature. We will also look upon the grace of God, which is sufficient where we fail.Mark 9:24-26; Romans 7:7-8; Romans 7:15-20; 1 Peter 4:18-29; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 . Thanks so much for listening!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

“Dead Man Walking” is a gripping film exploration of the death penalty and compassion. In the movie, which is based on a true story, a nun becomes the spiritual advisor to the inmate on death row. Throughout the movie, there is a tension hanging as they become friends. As you watch the plot unfold, your mind wrestles with being compassionate towards the inmate….What’s this got to do with the podcast?We have an INTERNAL judge and jury constantly monitoring our mind and heart. Depending on our circumstances, we may condemn ourselves frequently over daily life choices and experiences.  We can be pretty brutal towards ourselves. Solitary confinement and negative self talk can convince us we are unworthy of love, friendship, and community. It can be an impermeable barrier between ourselves and humanity; as well as completely cutting us off from God. Listen in as we talk through all the ways this effects our lives. Isaiah 61:1 is a scripture about Jesus…“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me,    because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.”Spoiler alert….Your cell door is unlocked! Push it open and run out!!God loves you!We are so glad you’re listening. Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Back again…. We love having Duffy share his insight from The Westcliffe Climb. Today’s episode examines Palm Sunday to Maundy Thursday, the Last Supper that took place that evening, and what all of this means for our lives. Let’s Deep Dive with Duffy!Luke 22:14-38Exodus 6:6b-8Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

“Believe Me!“ is a statement we have heard or said many times in our lives. It’s usually connected to a sales pitch or recommendation, so naturally we may have some hesitation. Jesus says in many places throughout the Bible “believe IN me”That isn’t a sales pitch it’s a call to faith with an unmeasurable reward. We receive our salvation through belief, our comfort, wisdom, faith, and many other things. Come hang out with us today. We love this topic and plot twist….We are still growing in our faith and belief too. It’s a life long process we based this podcast on. We are so glad your here!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Welcome back to Duffy's Brain as he continues from last week's episode on "Buying Heaven"! Listen in as Duffy talks about forgiveness, grace, and the dumpster fire of lives! There is nothing out of reach of redemption from God. There are so many of us who have gotten it wrong because of upbringings and mis-teachings! We have an identity and promises. We are sons and daughters that can ask for forgiveness out of relationship, not out of transaction. We have no idea how much grace is available and it has all already been paid for! Let's get down to business.....come have a listen! Matthew 6:12; Romans 6:3-6, 22-23; Romans 8:1-4, 14-17, 38-39; Luke 17:3-4Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Salvation -what is it, what are we being “saved” from? What do I have to do to be saved? All questions we may have heard or even wrestled with in our lifetime. The Bible tells us, Salvation is the greatest miracle and it is available to every single person on earth! We ALL can literally be a part of the greatest miracle!So what’s the problem??? Our brain and behavior as a human race is completely jacked up sometimes. We love to complicate things by misinterpreting or adding things to the very simple message  and perfect message…..What do I have to do to be saved? Believe!Come hang out while we examine our experiences with this miracle. We are really glad you’re joining us! ✌️ Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

On this Deep Dive, Duffy picks up where we left off after interviewing our friend Paula who escaped from being a witch and being tormented by demonic activity. In this episode, Duffy interviews Andry Randrianasolo  a PhD student, Malagasy Pastor and commissioned exorcist! Now it’s getting DEEP!!!Madagascar has a disproportionately high level of overt demonic activity and the two will discuss how: - seeking spiritual shortcuts to get answers outside of Jesus is demonic - Seeking out the dead is demonic- Addictions, habits trauma can be on-ramps  to demonic activity and oppression in our livesAnd most of all, how “Jesus Christ of Nazareth” is a feared name in this realm.As usual, there is never a dull moment here at the 1LoveHTX podcast and our partner Josh Duffy of the Westcliffe Climb! Let’s Get DEEP!!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Seriously, the title says it all! One of our favorite things to do on the podcast is listen to our friends tell their stories. Today we are excited to introduce you to Paula Osbourne from the UK. She has been a great supporter of the podcast from the very beginning. The Bible tells us salvation is the greatest miracle. When our spiritual eyes are finally open,  everything becomes so clear. Paula actually walked away from witchcraft first, because the connection became unappealing and scary. Then, God  showed her how much he loved her and how he had been pursuing her since the beginning.  She responded to him exactly how she was, honestly and with her whole heart. We can’t wait to share this very special guest with you. (And yes, Michael Jackson is a part of her story!!)Thank you for stopping by. We’d love to hear from you with a message or review!Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Duffys back on Episode 56 as he dissects the SQUIRREL episode. There were some crazy moments he threw Daniel off with, as he dove into his Rolodex of info and is going deeper into the life of Solomon and more. Here is a little hint of more…..”Evil, corruption, Solomon and Jesus’s dark family tree”….. Did we get your attention? Duffys notes:  1 Kings 11:4-11Revelation 13:18 1 Kings 10:14 2 Kings 21:6 2 Chron 28:1-4 Matthew 1:6-16Jeremiah 22:28-30Remember to come visit Pastor Duffy at Pilgrim Church in Houston if you are ever looking for a great knowledge filled Sunday and a true “come as you are church!” Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org

Giants, UFOS, conspiracy theories; there is no shortage of distractions in our everyday lives. Just like the current in a rain swollen river, they can sweep you down quickly and take over your thoughts. There is nothing wrong with being informed of truth, but there is so much nonsense out there,  how do you keep from being overwhelmed? In this episode Duffy and Daniel discuss how staying connected to God can give you peace and clarity. John 14:27 Jesus says“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”Come hang out for awhile our hope is something you hear might give you strength. Support the Show.Check out what’s happening locally with “1LoveHTX” and ways to get involved. www.1LoveHTX.org