Cutting Edge Faith
This podcast will help you Understand the Times, Stand for Truth and Grow in Your Faith.
It will bring you the truth behind the headlines and equip your faith to navigate the cultural chaos of today. Each week you'll hear a devotional-style episode that will edify your faith in a refreshingly practical and actionable way, and you'll hear an episode that will reveal the meaning behind current events.
This show will also bring you engaging interviews on important topics. God is on the move right now through people just like you and you are part of His plan. Visit ryanshoward.com to learn more and get engaged by submitting your questions or topics for the show.
Episodes
351 episodes since 2019
What is Evil? Did God Create Evil?
Episode #350Ryan shares the true nature of evil and dispels the myth that it was created by God.Watch this episode on YouTubeHowToGrowYo...
September 14, 2024
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Episode 350
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4:03
God's Development Process: Preparing You For A New Level
Episode #349We need to understand the unexpected nature of God's development process--the account of Joseph in Genesis 37-50 gives us an incredible example.God uses trials and challenges to develop our character, shape us, and p...
September 06, 2024
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Episode 349
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8:47
Pro Life Debate: Only One Question Matters (Ryan's Rant)
Episode #348It's time for a Ryan's Rant! On this audio from a recent livestream, Ryan discusses the only question that matters when it comes to the pro life debate. The answer to this one question gives a clear answer to all oth...
September 05, 2024
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Episode 348
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27:35
Prophecy, Trump & The Outlier Film with Christian YouTuber Troy Black
Episode #347Ryan interviews Christian YouTuber and prophetic voice Troy Black as a guest host on the Tamara Scott Show. They explore the intersection of biblical prophecy and current events, with a Donald Trump's 2016 election and the u...
August 31, 2024
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Episode 347
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55:30
The Kingdom of God and Your Territory
Episode #346Ryan shares about the often misunderstood concept of the Kingdom of God and how God has assigned territory for you to take.Watch this episode on YouTube!
August 24, 2024
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Episode 346
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6:08
Do Not Respond In The Flesh: Exposing The Enemy's Tactics
Episode #345Ryan shares how the enemy can destroy God's plans in your life by getting you to respond in the flesh.Watch this episode on YouTube
August 15, 2024
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Episode 345
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5:44
Why You Were Created
Episode #344Ryan shares a motivational message about why you were created and how God wants to advance His Kingdom through you.Watch this episode on YouTube
August 08, 2024
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Episode 344
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6:19
Kingdom Initiatives With Dave Hodgson
Episode #343Ryan interviews Dave Hodgson about running his 32 companies and maintaining close intimacy with the Lord. Dave is the founder of Kingdom Initiatives, a ministry that equips Christians to work God's way and to advance God's K...
August 03, 2024
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Episode 343
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1:51
Should Pastors Talk About Politics? (Pastor Sam Jones)
Episode #342Ryan interviews Pastor Sam Jones about Christian influence in politics and government. They talk about the importance of having accurate Biblical understanding for the public square and discuss the real-world implications. Y...
July 27, 2024
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Episode 342
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52:49
Restricted By Your Own Affections?
Episode #341Ryan shares how we need to be careful to not let our own affections restrict our growth with the Lord.2 Corinthians 6:12 - "You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted in your own affections."
July 20, 2024
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Episode 341
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3:47
Anti-Christian Corporate America & How To Respond (DEI, ESG)
Episode #340Ryan discusses DEI, ESG and the anti-christian culture in corporate America today. He also discusses how we should respond. He closes with a strong encouragement to stand strong and represent God's interests wherever you are...
July 13, 2024
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Episode 340
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26:40
Old Testament Examples Written For Your Instruction
Episode #339Ryan shares from 1 Corinthians 10 about how the Old Testament examples were written down for our instruction.1 Corinthians 10:6 - "Now these things took place as examples for us, that we might not desire evil as they...
July 12, 2024
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Episode 339
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5:07
The First Great Awakening Led to American Independence Day
Episode #338Ryan shares how the First Great Awakening is what led to the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.HowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the 5 Biggest Mistakes Chris...
July 05, 2024
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Episode 338
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6:26
Renew Your Mind, Transform Your Life
Episode #337Ryan discusses Romans 12:2, including how you can renew your mind and transform your life.HowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the 5 Biggest Mistakes Christians Make In T...
June 25, 2024
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Episode 337
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4:50
God is Pruning You to Bear More Fruit
Episode #336Ryan shares about the importance of Pruning that Jesus talks about in John 15:1-4.Watch this episode on YouTubeHowToGrowYour...
June 18, 2024
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Episode 336
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4:15
Becoming a Vessel That God Can Use
Episode #335Ryan shares how we should focus on becoming a vessel that God can use for His purposes.HowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the 5 Biggest Mistakes Christians Make In Thei...
June 15, 2024
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Episode 335
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6:32
Ignite Your Prayer Life (What is Prayer?)
Episode #334This episode will help you ignite your prayer life by taking a closer look at what it really means to pray.HowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the 5 Biggest Mistakes Chr...
June 08, 2024
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Episode 334
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6:54
Why Trump's Bogus Felony Conviction is Good for America
Episode #333Ryan shares why Trump's bogus felony conviction is good for America. It reveals just how corrupt the judicial system is and how far the Left will go to get their way. Ryan also shares why Trump is uniquely positioned to help...
June 01, 2024
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Episode 333
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15:19
Resolve Like the Apostle Paul | Stoned & Left for Dead
Episode #332Ryan shares an encouraging word to have resolve like the Apostle Paul after he was stoned at Lystra.Reference Acts 14:8-19HowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the...
May 31, 2024
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Episode 332
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4:00
What's Your Real Motive?
Episode #331Ryan invites you to reflect on whether your motives are pure. He references the account of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, who lied about how much they sold their land for. They cared more about how others would perceive the...
May 25, 2024
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Episode 331
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5:21
What Appetite Are You Feeding?
Episode #330Ryan shares how we need to be intentional about which appetites we feed. He shares some examples like Bible reading and invites you to reflect on whether you are intentional about feeding the spirit or the flesh.
May 18, 2024
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Episode 330
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3:51
The Source of David's Confidence in Fighting Goliath
Episode #329Ryan shares why David had so much confidence to fight Goliath in 1 Samual 17 and how we can have the same level of confidence. He also shares the key to David's success in everything he did.
May 11, 2024
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Episode 329
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7:29
Constantly Diligent and Alert in Prayer
Episode #328Ryan shares how we can be constantly diligent, alert, and watchful by remaining in close communion with the Lord all day, every day.Referenced verses:Colossians 4:2 - Continue steadfastly in prayer, being ...
May 04, 2024
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Episode 328
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5:53
Let God Be God: A Faith-Driven Run for Congress | David Pautsch
Episode #327Ryan interviews David Pautsch, who is running for Congress. He talk about his faith and why he is challenging Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks for Iowa's 1st Congressional District. As a businessman, veteran, and Christia...
May 03, 2024
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Episode 327
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33:04