The Things Above podcast is a podcast for “mind discipleship.” It is for those who want to set their minds on “things above” (Col. 3:2). Each week James Bryan Smith will offer a glorious thought—something good and beautiful and true, something excellent and praiseworthy—to fill your mind with heavenly truths. Donate Here!

Things Above Conversation 1

Things Above Conversation 1

In our very first Things Above Conversation, James Bryan Smith interviews Emily P. Freeman about finding God in our everyday lives and the nearness of the kingdom. They discuss the impact of the her book "Simply Tuesday" and her recent experience at Friends...

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Eternal Life Now

Eternal Life Now

In our fourth episode, James Bryan Smith explains how eternal life does not begin after you die. It begins in this life and it includes an interactive relationship with God. Related episodes: 1. Source of Life 2. The Gift of Pain 3. Moved to Pray 4. Practicing...

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Forgiven to be Filled

Forgiven to be Filled

The finality of the cross is only half the story. In this episode, James Bryan Smith shares the rest of the story, which includes the secret to overcoming sin. That is, the power of the resurrected Christ in us and through us. Related episodes: 1. Conversation with...

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Finality of the Cross

Finality of the Cross

In this episode, James Bryan Smith discusses how false narratives of sin and salvation damage our spiritual lives and how to change those narratives through the lens of the cross. Related episodes: 1. Wired for Worship 2. Source of Life 3. The Gift of Pain 4. Moved to...

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Episode 01

Episode 01

Welcome to episode 01 of the "Things Above" podcast. In this episode, James Bryan Smith states that we are one in whom Christ dwells and delights. He unpacks this "power narrative" by connecting it to our value as a result of Christ dwelling in us. Related episodes:...

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Welcome to the pilot episode of the "Things Above" podcast hosted by James Bryan Smith! This is a podcast for "mind discipleship." It is for those who want to set their minds on "things above" (Col. 3:2).  Each week James Bryan Smith will offer a glorious...

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