Overtime with Jim Putman

Strength and Dignity: Week One - The Proverbs 31 Woman

Welcome to this special Mother’s Day edition of the Overtime Podcast featuring Jim Putman, his mom Bobbi Putman, and Santha Yinger. This week we look into the virtues highlighted in Proverbs 31 and celebrate the wisdom and strength of godly women.

Jim will guide us through reflections on the passage, exploring its meaning with insights from Santha and Bobbi, both mothers and spiritual mentors. Together, they discuss the profound impact of fearing the Lord, the steadiness that faith brings, and the importance of gratitude and community in nurturing a godly life.

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Stand Firm: Week Five

In this episode of the Overtime Podcast, Jim Putman is joined by Blake Whiteman and Bill Krause as they close out the Stand Firm series by addressing the topic of End Times from the perspective of the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. 

Some of the things they address:

- The priority of the mission of Christ over doctrinal disagreements on the end times.
- They reference biblical passages emphasizing God's patience and timing regarding the end times.
- Recognizing of the danger in alienating others from Christ through divisive attitudes on eschatology.
- The lack of detailed timing in biblical prophecy and God's intentional withholding of information.
- The importance of living in alignment with God's will despite uncertainty about future events.
- Speculation about God's intentional vagueness in prophecy to confound the devil's plans.
- Confidence in God's sovereignty and ultimate victory, regardless of apparent setbacks.
- Reminder to trust in God's wisdom and follow His commands, even when outcomes seem unclear.

We need to shift our focus away from fixating on the intricate details of future events and instead embrace the message of hope and salvation offered by Jesus. Today is the day for salvation; let's use our voices to share this hope with others. 

While we may not know the exact timing of future events, we can live confidently in God's sovereignty and reach out to those who are hurting or seeking. Let's be known for our hope and assurance in Christ, even amidst the challenges of the world. 

As we close this series, may we stand firm, comfort the brokenhearted, and encourage one another. Let's be willing to endure suffering for the sake of pointing others to the eternal hope found in Jesus. God bless you, and see you next time on The Overtime Podcast.

Other sermon series we have available on this topic: 

One Minute After You Die: https://realliferesources.org/?s=one+minute+after+you+die&id=842:

The Return of the King: https://realliferesources.org/?s=Return+of+the+king&id=842

What Will Heaven be Like? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGM1s49fd4I

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Stand Firm: Week Three

In this episode of the Overtime Podcast, Jim Putman sits with Craig Miles, Blake Whiteman, and Titus Leger as they discuss what it looks like to stand firm in the scriptures and the truth we were given. One of the questions they address in this episode is the subject of how we are to respond to a brother or sister who is actively living in sin. What does it mean when the Bible says not to associate with anyone like this? Listen as they talk about our love for others, our desire that all will come to Christ, and our responsibility to protect some of the environments we are in as believers. You can watch all episodes of the podcast here:

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Stand Firm: Week Two

In this episode of Overtime: Jim Putman, Blake Whiteman and Titus Leger address the issue of standing firm to the message we have been given by the new testament writers. 

They discuss that upholding the teachings Paul and the apostles entrusted to us is essential, particularly as various individuals may attempt to alter the gospel's message. According to 1 Timothy, all scripture is divinely inspired and definitively bestowed upon the saints. 

The guys talk about how some believe in only focusing on the words directly spoken by Jesus (the "red letter" words), they discuss how this view is too narrow. Even the red-letter words were written down by other people, not Jesus himself. Jim highlighted several rules vital for interpreting scripture accurately: Knowing the original language helps us understand what it really meant back then, looking at its history helps us know what it was meant to say, and we should consider everything together instead of just picking out parts that suit our own ideas. Following these rules helps us really get what the scriptures are trying to teach us.

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Stand Firm: Week One

In this episode of the Podcast - Jim Putman sits down with Blake Whiteman, Gabe Cleave, and Sam Meredith to talk about standing firm in the middle of the struggles and circumstances that we encounter in this world. 

They discuss that in life's trials, we often question God, but in the book of Thessalonians Paul calls us to find gratitude even amidst chaos, believing that He is shaping our lives. This faith brings hope beyond circumstances, anchored in the promise of Jesus' return. It inspires active love, showing readiness for Christ's return. Faith leads to hope, then love—a journey of deepening commitment. 

Some of the things they cover are: 

* Recognizing God's active presence in our lives, even in the midst of trials and challenges.

* Understanding that true faith leads to a fundamental shift in values, identities, and actions.

* Finding assurance not in fleeting circumstances but in the promise of resurrection and the imminent return of Jesus.

* Assessing our readiness not through rituals or dogma alone, but through the authenticity of our love for one another.

* Committing to continually deepen our love for one another, recognizing it as the hallmark of our faith's maturity.

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Sin Undone

Welcome to the Overtime Podcast – where each week the Sermon Team from Real Life Ministries unpacks and goes deeper into the weekly sermon. This week Jim Putman is joined by Wayne Burnham and Titus Leger as they discuss the topic of how Jesus was able to undo sin in our lives by His sacrifice – and what that means to us on a daily basis.

 

Understanding how sin impacts our lives as Christians, and how it impacts God, is crucial for our spiritual growth and relationship with Him. By looking at what the Bible says and some different viewpoints, we can gain insight into how sin affects us and how we can overcome it with God's help.

 

Here are some of the things they discuss:

• Sin: Curse

• • Being legally guilty when we sin.
  • Finding freedom from our sinful habits, though we still struggle with them.
  • We're not controlled by sin anymore, but it's still a challenge.

• Sin: Justification

• • Getting forgiveness for our sins is just the beginning of a journey.
  • Even though we're forgiven, we still mess up sometimes, so we shouldn't get too comfortable.
  • God's forgiveness isn't an excuse to keep sinning; it helps us do what's right.

• Sin: Being in the Light
• Walking in darkness while claiming fellowship with God constitutes deception.
• Restoration and guidance are vital for believers straying from the path.
  
  
• Calvinist vs. Arminian Perspectives

• • God's desire for salvation juxtaposed with human free will.
  • The role of the Holy Spirit in drawing individuals versus personal choice in accepting salvation.

• Sin's Impact and Believer's Response

• • Sin's role in Jesus' crucifixion and its effects on others.
  • Differentiating between stumbling in sin and persisting in it.
  • Personal testimony illustrating the consequences of rejecting faith.

• Challenges in Modern Christianity

• • Diluting the gospel's message to soften its impact.
  • Significance of acknowledging Jesus as both Lord and Savior for sanctification.

• Spiritual Warfare and Renewal

• • The ongoing battle against the enemy despite Christ's victory.
  • Renewing the mind and combating Satan's accusations with God's truth.

• Daily Gospel Application

• • Preaching the gospel to oneself as a daily practice.
  • Heart transformation amidst the ongoing struggle with sin.

• Discipleship and Community

• • The necessity of discipleship within the church for believers combating addiction.
  • Leveraging the power of community for spiritual growth and support.

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Judgement Undone

In this weeks discussion on The Overtime Podcast, Jim Putman, Jim Blazin, and Blake Whiteman are talking about Judgement. Reminding us of the responsibility we bear for our actions and the consequences of sin. Knowing that God sees us as legally guilty - and it is this fact that underscores the necessity of salvation.

Some of the things they cover in this episode are:

- Responsibility for Sin

- God's hatred of Sin

- God's Holiness and Justice

- Two Deaths

- Spiritual and Physical

- Two books on the day of Judgement

 

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Bondage Undone

In this episode, our team is talking about the Exodus story and how it lays a crucial foundation for understanding Jesus and the New Covenant. Jim Putman chats with Jim Blazin, Blake Whiteman and Santha Yinger about what we can learn from the Israelites about being in bondage, and how that translates into current culture. Other things they touch on are:

 

• Going back to old patterns of bondage
• Tying our identity to Christ
• Lifestyles that foster relational bondage
• How to carry the message of hope into a dark world

 

We hope you enjoy this conversation! You can find all episodes of the Overtime Podcast at https://realliferesources.org/the-overtime-podcast/