Focused on Christ

Focused on Christ is dedicated to exalting Christ and equipping the church. Hosted by Mike Crump and Dr. Nathan Smith, Focused on Christ looks at topics and issues facing the Christian church and filters them through the Word of God. As pastors, Mike and Nathan can help navigate theology, current events, and relational issues that crop up in and around the church in order that followers of Jesus are prepared for living the gospel life among the nations. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning on all podcasting platforms as well as YouTube and X.

Focused on Christ is a religion podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 181 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Focused on Christ, a religion show with 181 episodes published.

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  Episode #174

  Ep. 174: Marriage, Divorce, and Singleness

  Sep 22, 202625 minS5

  Ep 174: Marriage, Divorce, and SinglenessIn this episode of Focused on Christ, host Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith begin a two-part study on 1 Corinthians 7, addressing the church's questions about sex, marriage, divorce, and singleness. They unpack the biblical view of sex as a God-given gift reserved strictly for covenant marriage, address common fears around marital duties and single life, and offer practical, gospel-centered wisdom for navigating complex relational dynamics—including marriage to an unbelieving spouse.

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  Episode #173

  Ep. 173: Should I Sue my Brother in Christ?

  Sep 15, 202622 minS5

  Ep 174: Should I Sue my Brother in Christ? In this episode of Focused on Christ , host Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith examine 1 Corinthians 6 to unpack Paul's instructions regarding lawsuits among believers. They discuss how internal church discipline relates to civil legal matters, why believers should settle grievances within the church rather than before secular courts, and how the reality of the gospel reshapes our understanding of personal rights, forgiveness, and glorifying God with our bodies.

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  Episode #172

  Ep. 172: Sexual Immorality in the Church

  Sep 8, 202620 minS5

  Ep 172 - Sexual Immorality in the ChurchIn this episode of Focused on Christ, host Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith walk through 1 Corinthians 5 to examine Paul's direct confrontation of sexual immorality within the church. They discuss how the church must hold a tension between confronting the destructive nature of sin and extending grace to those struggling, the biblical context for God-given gifts like sexuality, and what it truly means to exercise church discipline and practice bold, loving truth over mere "niceness."

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  Episode #171

  Ep. 171: What are the Mysteries of God?

  Sep 1, 202624 minS5

  Ep 171: What are the Mysteries of God? | Focused on ChristHosts Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith dive into 1 Corinthians 4 to explore what Paul means by "the mysteries of God" and how church leaders are called to steward them. They discuss human intrigue with the unknown, counteracting pride through the Gospel, and the posture of biblical stewardship.

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  Episode #170

  Ep. 170: Is Carnal Christianity a Thing?

  Aug 25, 202624 minS5

  Is Carnal Christianity a Thing? | Focused on Christ Ep. 170 In this episode of Focused on Christ, host Mike Crump and Pastor Nathan Smith walk through 1 Corinthians Chapter 3. Together, they tackle the difficult questions surrounding church division, spiritual maturity, and the true role of pastors and leaders within the body of Christ. When is it appropriate to leave a church, and how should it be handled? What is the difference between an embattled Christian wrestling with the flesh versus someone living a lifestyle of carnal Christianity? Join the conversation as Mike and Nathan break down Paul's contrast of spiritual milk versus solid food, warn against the dangers of leader worship, and examine what it means to build your life on the foundation of Jesus Christ using gold, silver, and precious stones rather than fleshly wood, hay, and stubble.

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