Overcoming Mountains: Relying on Devine Direction and Trusting God with Jonnie Taverner

02/02/24 • 64 min

“God has a plan for each of us...but we need to plug into that plan. And the only way we can do that is by laying down our desires and our things that we want to do because God’s ways are not our ways” - Jonnie Taverner

Episode Summary:

How can you overcome life’s challenges and find God’s guidance?

This week on the On Earth as it is in Heaven podcast, JB interviews Jonnie Taverner. Jonnie shares profound insights from his inspiring faith journey, highlighting the significance of trusting in God's plan and standing firmly on His word. Jonnie and JB discuss the power of prayer, and the importance of recognizing God's voice. Jonnie encourages intentional relationship-building with God and emphasizes the importance of putting your own wants aside to follow God’s path.

Tune in for knowledge on recognizing God’s voice, preparing for revival, and embracing God’s plan and trusting in His provision

In today's episode:

Trusting in God's plan and being willing to listen to His voice.
Standing on the truth of God's word and recognizing His voice in your life.
Preparing for revival by embracing God's plan and trusting in His provision.
Being intentional in your relationship with God and seeking His guidance in all areas of your life.
Overcoming challenges with the power of prayer and trusting in God’s provision.
Interpreting the Bible with the Holy Spirit
Putting your own wants aside and trusting God’s path and timing.

About Jonnie Taverner:

Jonnie loves to talk to people about God. He is a singer, songwriter, speaker, trainer, and, budding author. Jonnie hosts and produces the Refuge Freedom Stories podcast, and, is the author of Fifteen Minutes of Fire substack. He is passionate about singing and writing about God, and shares stories about real lives changed by the Power of God. Jonnie is a friendly Canadian guy with a British sense of humor.

Weekly Scriptures:

Ezra 8
Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Resources:

Connect with Jonnie Taverner:

https://www.refugeministriescanada.com/refuge-freedom-stories/

Connect with JB:

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Episode Summary:

How can you overcome life’s challenges and find God’s guidance?

Tune in for knowledge on recognizing God’s voice, preparing for revival, and embracing God’s plan and trusting in His provision

In today's episode:

Trusting in God's plan and being willing to listen to His voice.
Standing on the truth of God's word and recognizing His voice in your life.
Preparing for revival by embracing God's plan and trusting in His provision.
Being intentional in your relationship with God and seeking His guidance in all areas of your life.
Overcoming challenges with the power of prayer and trusting in God’s provision.
Interpreting the Bible with the Holy Spirit
Putting your own wants aside and trusting God’s path and timing.

About Jonnie Taverner:

Weekly Scriptures:

Ezra 8
Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Resources:

Connect with Jonnie Taverner:

https://www.refugeministriescanada.com/refuge-freedom-stories/

Connect with JB:

Audio and show notes by Premier Podcast Promotions

Previous Episode

Spiritual Clarity: Navigating Deception and Discerning God's Teachings

“Find out for yourself what the word says. You’ve got to start there. Pray to God to help you through the Holy Spirit in understanding the scriptures in which you are reading and pray to God for who you should be following and listening to as it relates to the teaching of the word.” - JB

Episode Summary:

How can we discern the true teachings of God from falsehoods?

This week on the On Earth as it is in Heaven podcast, JB navigates the complexities of distinguishing genuine teachings from modern interpretations by today's leaders and influencers. Stressing the significance of personal engagement with the Bible, JB advocates for self-reflection and prayer to attain discernment in understanding God's teachings. Tune in for insights on avoiding deception, recognizing false prophets, and fostering a genuine connection with the Kingdom of God. Let faith be your guide in the pursuit of true spiritual enlightenment.

In today's episode:

The state of confusion in the Christian community.
The danger of false prophets, false leaders, and deception.
Reading the Bible for yourself and praying for discernment and understanding.
The impact of social media and influencers on faith.
Seeking God’s kingdom first and following His commandments.
The book of Revelations: What God said to the churches.
Avoiding complacency and a lukewarm faith.
The narrow path to the Kingdom of God.

Weekly Scripture:

Revelations Chapter 2-3
Matthew 7:13-14 “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. (14) But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.
Matthew 7:15-16 “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. (16) By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?

Resources:

Genesis 19 NIV - Sodom and Gomorrah Destroyed

Connect with JB:

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Next Episode

Leading with Love: How the Boylan Sisters are Empowering Lives Through Film

“When we finally release our will to God, He can give us our life back tenfold.” Alexandra Boylan

Episode Summary:

JB interviews Alexandra and Andrea Boylan, creators of faith-based films and authors. The Boylan sisters discuss their journey from growing up as ministers' kids to creating female-driven faith-based films. They delve into their creation processes, the important messages embedded in their films, and their efforts to counter the prevailing negative media content with positive alternatives. The sisters talk extensively about their films 'Switched' and 'Identity Crisis' tackling issues like bullying, imposter syndrome, and modern societal challenges. They also reveal their upcoming projects in the pipeline which promise to continue their mission of spreading the message of love, faith, and empathy. In addition to the engaging conversation, host JB shares his own experiences as a school bus driver, discussing the real-life applicability of the lessons from the Boylan Sisters' movies.

In today's episode:

The importance of positive content in media.
The power of saying 'yes' and embracing opportunities.
The journey of making movies and the impact of faith.
The role of faith in overcoming challenges.
Leading with love.
Experiencing empathy and emotional transference.
Addressing bullying through entertainment.
The value of actionable steps in personal growth.
The power of storytelling in teaching biblical principles.
The role of parents in guiding their children's faith.
Exploring imposter syndrome.
Trying despite fear of failure.
The power of kindness and love in everyday interactions.

About the Boylan Sisters:

The Boylan Sisters Entertainment is the leading female driven faith based company. Andrea and Alexandra grew up as Pastor’s kids at Byfield Parish Church, north of Boston, Massachusetts. As teens they wished they could watch movies they enjoyed and their parents approved of. Since 2013 the two have set out to make female driven, faith based movies that appeal to audiences of all ages. The Boylan sisters are award-winning film makers. They were awarded a Teddy for Best Inspirational Screenplay at the MovieGuide Awards for their movie Switched. Their films include Wish for Christmas, Catching Faith, Catching Faith 2, Switched, The Greatest Inheritance, and Identity Crisis.

Weekly Scripture: