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by Matthew Curtis
Hello, family!My name is Matthew Curtis, and I want to welcome you to the Foundational Truths for Life Podcast.When I was four and five years old, I had a series of divine experiences with God where I received my call to preach and teach the Good News of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Eventually, the call of God was burning so fervently inside of me that I made the decision to wholeheartedly commit my life to Jesus and the ministry He was calling me to. But four years into ministry, the Lord gave me a clear revelation of how much I didn't know. I was divinely inspired to immerse myself in the Word of God and in communion with Him so that I might fulfill His plan for my life and finish my course with joy! For His Kingdom's sake! For His people's sake!Being a preacher's kid, I was in church at least 3-5 times per week growing up, but many times, 5-7 days a week! My parents were also missionaries to Honduras, Central America, and we even lived there for a short time. Needless
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- Aug 26, 202634 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 17) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 7)
What does it really mean to follow Jesus?Maybe you're curious about Jesus, but you still have questions. What will following Him require? What will your life look like? What will you have to give up? And how do you know what God has called you to do?When two curious disciples began following Jesus, He didn't give them a detailed explanation of everything that would happen next. He simply told them, “Come and see.”In this episode of Foundational Truths for Life, Matthew Curtis continues the series on acknowledging and following Jesus by looking at what happens when we stop trying to figure everything out first and simply spend time with Him.As you follow Jesus, study His Word, and discover Who He really is, something begins to change. You start discovering who you are in Him. You begin to see what He's called you to do, how He's called you to live, and how to respond to life more like Jesus.You'll also see how Andrew and Philip couldn't keep what they discovered to themselves. After experiencing Jesus personally, their response was to bring others to Him and say the same thing:Come and see.In this episode, we discuss: • Why you don't have to have everything figured out before following Jesus • What Jesus meant when He said, “Come and see” • Why spending time with Jesus changes the way you live • How following Jesus helps you discover who you are in Him • The power of experiencing Jesus for yourself • Why your personal testimony can lead others to Jesus • How true disciples begin to live, love, speak, and respond more like HimYou don't have to stand at a distance trying to understand everything about Jesus before you take the next step.Come and see for yourself.
- Jul 22, 202623 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 16) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 6)
Have you ever been afraid that fully following Jesus would mean giving up everything you love? Maybe you've wondered if surrendering your plans, dreams, career, relationships, or future would leave you with a smaller, harder, or less enjoyable life. The truth is, that's one of the biggest lies the enemy wants you to believe. In this episode of Foundational Truths for Life, Matthew Curtis explores what Jesus really meant when He said, "Follow Me." Through Scripture, you'll discover that Jesus isn't asking you to give up what's good so He can make your life miserable—He's inviting you to trust Him because what He has in store is far greater than anything you're holding onto. If you've been struggling to trust God's plan, afraid of what obedience might cost, or wondering if following Jesus is truly worth it, this episode is for you. In this episode you'll discover: Why so many Christians struggle to fully follow Jesus The biggest misconception about surrendering your life to God What Jesus meant when He asked people to leave everything and follow Him Why God's plan is always better than your own How to trust God even when you can't see what's ahead No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, there's something greater waiting on the other side of obedience. 📖 Key Scriptures: • Matthew 4 • Matthew 8 • Luke 14:25-33 • 1 Corinthians 3:9-11 • Mark 10:29-30
- Jul 10, 202622 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 15) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 5)
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? When Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James, and John, they immediately followed Him. Their response reveals three important truths about what it means to follow Jesus today: • They acted on Jesus’ call immediately. • They stopped doing what they previously thought they were supposed to do. • They didn’t let family keep them from following Jesus. In this episode of our Acknowledging Jesus series, we continue exploring what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus—not someone who follows from a distance, but someone who trusts Him enough to go wherever He leads. We also discuss: • Why you cannot follow Jesus from afar. • Why being a disciple involves more than simply watching church from home. • What Jesus taught the two men who wanted to follow Him in Matthew 8. • Why following Jesus doesn’t look the same for everyone. • Why you can trust that God’s plan for your life is always the best path. Following Jesus isn’t about comparing your calling to someone else’s. It’s about trusting Him enough to say, “Yes, Lord,” and following wherever He leads. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 4:18-22 Matthew 8:18-22 Proverbs 3:5-6 If you’ve ever wondered what it truly means to follow Jesus, this episode will encourage you to trust Him, obey His leading, and confidently walk the unique path He has prepared for you.
- Jun 19, 202632 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 14) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 4)
Have you ever found yourself wondering:“What am I missing as a Christian?”You know you’re saved. You believe in Jesus. You know Heaven is your home.But something still feels off.You feel like you’re drifting.You feel like you’re going through the motions.You feel like you’re not growing the way you thought you would.You sense that God has more for you, but you’re not sure why you’re not experiencing it.The truth is, many Christians know Jesus as Savior but never fully learn what it means to follow Him.Salvation was never meant to be the finish line.Jesus didn’t simply invite people to believe in Him. He invited them to follow Him.In this episode, we continue our series on Acknowledging Jesus by exploring one of the most important questions every believer must answer:Am I truly following Jesus, or am I simply believing in Him from a distance?We’ll discuss:• Why many Christians feel like they’re drifting in their walk with God• What Jesus meant when He said, “Follow Me”• Why salvation is the beginning of the journey, not the end• What it means to deny yourself and take up your cross• Why holding on to your own plans can keep you from God’s plans• How God reveals His purpose as you follow Him• The rewards Jesus promised to those who follow Him wholeheartedlyMany believers think following Jesus means giving something up.But the reality is that following Jesus leads you into the life you were created for.God’s plans are not smaller than yours.They’re greater.If you’ve ever felt like you’re drifting, or missing something in your walk with God, or wondering if there’s more to the Christian life than what you’re currently experiencing, this episode is for you.📖 Key Scriptures:Matthew 4:19Matthew 16:24-25Mark 8:34-35Luke 9:23John 10:10Subscribe for more biblical teaching that helps believers discover who they are in Christ, what belongs to them in Christ, and how to walk in the inheritance God has provided through Jesus Christ.#ChristianPodcast #FollowJesus #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #FaithInJesus #BibleTeaching #SpiritualGrowth #JesusChrist #KingdomInheritanceMinistries
- Jun 3, 202630 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 13) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 3)
Here is the YouTube description for episode 23 Welcome back to “Acknowledging Jesus” Part 3. We are still discussing the third phase (within the four successive phases) every believer goes through when building their firm foundation upon Jesus. In this third stage, we continue to explore what it truly means to acknowledge Jesus by following Him. Many Christians know Who Jesus is. Many believe in Him. But acknowledging Him goes beyond belief—it means trusting Him enough to follow Him.Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” To acknowledge Jesus is to follow Him in all your ways. It means trusting His plan above your own, agreeing with His Word above your circumstances, and surrendering your future to His leadership. In Episode 22, we talked about the call to follow Jesus. In this episode, we go deeper and ask an important question: Do you trust Him enough to follow Him completely?Many people fear that fully following Jesus will cause them to miss out on something. But the truth is that God’s plans are always better than our own. Following Him isn’t about losing your life—it’s about finding the life He created you to live.In this episode, we discuss: • Why nobody can believe God for you—you must personally trust Him as Savior, Healer, Provider, and Lord. • Why agreeing with God is more powerful than agreeing with your problems. • Why seeking your own plans first and God’s plans second will always leave you unsatisfied. • How following God’s plan is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. • What it means to go all the way with Jesus. • Why God is leading His people into greater, better, and more than they’ve experienced before. Following Jesus doesn’t make life worse and worse. As you walk with Him, trust Him, and obey Him, your life becomes sweeter and sweeter because you are walking in the path He designed for you. If you’re ready to stop leaning on your own understanding and start trusting God with every area of your life, this episode is for you.
- May 20, 202635 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 12) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 2)
In Part 2 of this foundational series, Matthew Curtis continues to unpack what it truly means to acknowledge Jesus in all your ways so He can direct your path. Many believers love God while still following their own plans-but you cannot build a strong foundation on your own blueprint instead of His.
- Apr 30, 202632 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 11) | Acknowledge | "Following Jesus" (Pt. 1)
In this episode of Foundational Truths for Life, Matthew continues the journey of building a strong, unshakable foundation in Christ by exploring the next critical phase every believer must walk through: acknowledgment.Drawing from Scripture, this teaching reveals how your life is meant to be built on one foundation—Jesus Christ—and how true spiritual growth comes not through striving, but through faith, rest, and a living relationship with the Word of God. You’ll discover how acknowledging Jesus isn’t just a private belief, but a bold, outward expression that shapes how you live, speak, and walk daily.This episode unpacks:Why Jesus Christ must be the only foundation of your lifeThe difference between knowing about Jesus and truly knowing HimHow revelation from God leads to transformationWhat it means to publicly acknowledge your faithHow spiritual growth leads to maturity and completeness in ChristWhether you’re just beginning your walk with Jesus or ready to go deeper, this message will challenge and encourage you to fully follow Him—and step into the life God has prepared for you.Your foundation matters. Build it right.
- Dec 7, 202543 min
How to Build Your Foundation (Pt. 10) | Confrontation + Revelation
Have you ever had a moment where Jesus confronted your heart… and everything suddenly became clear? That’s what happened to Peter — and it’s exactly how God still builds our foundation today.In this message, we walk through the same four phases every believer experiences: 1️⃣ Confrontation — Jesus meets you personally. 2️⃣ Revelation — the Father opens your eyes. 3️⃣ Acknowledgment — truth sinks into your spirit. 4️⃣ Confession — faith comes alive in your mouth.You can sit in church for years and never change…But one real encounter with Jesus will transform you forever. No one meets Him face-to-face and stays the same.💬 Which phase do you feel like you’re in right now? I’d love to hear your heart. #FoundationalTruthsForLife #EncounterJesus #FaithInAction #JesusIsLord #HolySpiritFire #RevelationKnowledge #ChristianLiving #KingdomLiving #SpiritLedLife #WalkWithJesus
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Hello, family!My name is Matthew Curtis, and I want to welcome you to the Foundational Truths for Life Podcast.When I was four and five years old, I had a series of divine experiences with God where I received my call to preach and teach the Good News of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Eventually, the call of God was burning so fervently inside of me that I made the decision to wholeheartedly commit my life to Jesus and the ministry He was calling me to. But four years into ministry, the Lord gave me a clear revelation of how much I didn't know. I was divinely inspired to immerse myself in the Word of God and in communion with Him so that I might fulfill His plan for my life and finish my course with joy! For His Kingdom's sake! For His people's sake!Being a preacher's kid, I was in church at least 3-5 times per week growing up, but many times, 5-7 days a week! My parents were also missionaries to Honduras, Central America, and we even lived there for a short time. Needless
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