The Daily Grind

By: John Spencer
  • Summary

  • Howdy, y'all! Welcome to The Daily Grind with your host, John Spencer. Grab a mug of your favorite brew and get ready to become the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to water cooler chatter, conference room banter, and job site small talk. I'll give you the rundown on today's date, share some interesting historical facts, and toss out a few random musings to get your brain gears turning. Plus, I'll offer up some thoughts to ponder on your walk with Jesus, could be about the Bible, prayer, serving others, or something else.
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Episodes
  • 390 The Love of Money: Finding Freedom from a Consumer-Driven Life
    Nov 29 2024

    Friday, November 29: In today’s episode of The Daily Grind, John Spencer dives into the often misquoted verse, 1 Timothy 6:10: “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” With Black Friday upon us, this timely discussion explores the dangers of loving money and how it can lead to wandering from faith and self-inflicted griefs. John unpacks what the verse truly means, emphasizing that money itself isn’t evil—it’s neutral. The problem lies in how we use and view it. He addresses the two common extremes: the prosperity gospel and the poverty gospel, offering a balanced biblical perspective on wealth and generosity. Through personal reflection and practical application, John encourages listeners to find their contentment in God, not in their possessions, and to live with gratitude and generosity. Tune in for a meaningful conversation on breaking free from the grip of consumerism and finding true satisfaction in Christ. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

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    17 mins
  • 389 Faith in the Trenches: Living for Christ at Home and Work
    Nov 28 2024

    Thursday, November 28: In this episode of The Daily Grind, we explore Ephesians 6:1-9 and its practical application for two key areas of life: home and work. Paul’s words to children, parents, employees, and employers may seem rooted in the ancient Roman world, but their wisdom transcends time. We’ll dive into the historical and cultural context of the passage and discover how honoring parents, leading with grace, and working with integrity are all acts of worship. Learn how to see your daily responsibilities as part of God’s greater mission and reflect His love in every interaction. Whether you’re managing a household or clocking in at the office, this episode will challenge and inspire you to live for Christ in the places that matter most. Let’s embrace the call to make every part of life a reflection of our faith. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

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    19 mins
  • 388 Love and Submission: A Picture of Christ's Love and the Church
    Nov 27 2024

    Wednesday, November 27: In Episode 388 of The Daily Grind, we dive into Ephesians 5:21-33, exploring one of the Bible's most profound and sometimes challenging teachings about marriage. Paul’s words about submission and love offer a countercultural vision of relationships, showing us how marriage reflects the sacrificial love of Christ for the church and the church’s joyful response to that love. Whether you’re married, single, or in another season of life, this passage speaks to all of us about the beauty of mutual humility, respect, and service. We’ll unpack what headship and submission really mean in light of Christ’s example, addressing common misconceptions and offering practical ways to live out these truths. Ultimately, this episode isn’t just about marriage—it’s about understanding the depth of Christ’s love for us and how we’re called to reflect that love in all our relationships. Don’t miss this inspiring and practical conversation about God’s design for love, leadership, and unity. ⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠spencerjd@thedailygrind.website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

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    21 mins

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