Trading with Jesus
Religion & Spirituality
About
The markets test more than strategy, they test the heart. Trading with Jesus is a devotional podcast for traders seeking spiritual grounding, discipline, and peace in the middle of volatility. Each episode invites listeners to slow down, trust Christ, and trade from a place of rest instead of fear.
Episodes
- Stop Moving Aimlessly
This episode of Trading with Jesus, titled "Stop Moving Aimlessly," discusses discipline, sacrifice, and intentionality, based on First Corinthians 9. It examines Paul the Apostle's approach to giving up rights for a greater mission, apply…
- Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should
This episode of Trading with Jesus examines First Corinthians 8, focusing on the themes of knowledge, humility, and love. It explores the idea that while one may be technically correct, it does not always equate to wisdom.
- Stop Chasing the Next Thing
This episode of Trading with Jesus discusses faithfulness, self-control, and contentment based on First Corinthians 7. It addresses how to stay aligned with God and avoid restlessness, especially in trading.
- Not Everything Is Worth It
This episode explores themes of maturity, discipline, and understanding self-worth, drawing insights from First Corinthians 6. The discussion focuses on Paul the Apostle's call for believers to move with control and awareness rather than e…
- Don’t Let It Spread
This episode, based on First Corinthians 5, covers the importance of accountability and discipline, urging listeners not to become comfortable with behaviors that lead them out of alignment.
- Faithful Over Flashy
First Epistle Corinthians 4 teaches about stewardship and humility, emphasizing faithfulness over appearing impressive. The episode highlights that all possessions and opportunities are entrusted to individuals, reinforcing the concept of…
- Built to Last
First Epistle Corinthians 3 discusses growth and maturity, with Paul the Apostle criticizing believers for immaturity, jealousy, comparison, and division. This mirrors issues seen in trading, such as comparing oneself to others or getting…
- Beyond Your Own Understanding
This episode delves into 1 Corinthians 2, emphasizing that spiritual understanding comes from the Spirit, not personal intelligence or analysis. It encourages listeners to move with the Spirit in their walk.
- Stay Rooted, Not Distracted
This episode of Trading with Jesus, using First Epistle to the Corinthians 1, discusses identity, focus, and the source of confidence. It highlights Paul's message to a gifted but distracted and divided community.
- Locked In, Not Shaken
This episode discusses Psalms 34, emphasizing consistent praise and trust in God regardless of life's circumstances, drawing a parallel to King David's mindset of blessing the Lord at all times.
- Where You Place Your Trust
This episode of Trading with Jesus delves into Psalms 33, focusing on where to place your trust. It highlights God's unwavering word, eternal plans, and supreme authority, assuring listeners that their current challenges are within His awa…
- Stop Holding It In
This episode of Trading with Jesus, titled "Stop Holding It In," explores Psalms 32. It focuses on the themes of confession, honesty, and the relief that comes from admitting mistakes, drawing parallels to King David's writings.
- In His Hands
This episode discusses Psalms 31, where King David expresses feelings of being overwhelmed and broken. The podcast relates these feelings to the emotional challenges traders face, such as self-doubt and pressure from difficult trades.
- Joy in the Morning
Trading with Jesus discusses Psalms 30, highlighting the theme of restoration from a low place. The episode emphasizes that comebacks are not always self-made, referencing King David's experience of being lifted and restored by God.
- The Voice That Calms the Storm
This episode of Trading with Jesus,
- From Pressure to Praise
This episode explores Psalms 28, where King David demonstrates moving from pressure to praise by immediately bringing his struggles to God, contrasting with common trading reactions like overthinking.
- Confidence That Holds
This episode,
- Check My Heart
In this episode, 'Check My Heart,' David's prayer from Psalms 26 is explored, focusing on his request for God to examine his heart and mind. The episode highlights the contrast between seeking results and embracing internal examination and…
- Teach Me Your Way
This episode of Trading with Jesus explores Psalms 25, a prayer by King David. The discussion centers on themes of trust, guidance, and humility, with a particular focus on David's request for direction.
- Shepherd and King
This episode discusses Psalms 23 and 24, highlighting the dual perspective of God as a personal Shepherd and a sovereign King. This combination provides guidance for navigating life with both intimate care and ultimate authority.
- Built Different
This episode of Trading with Jesus discusses how fear, such as fear of losing money or missing out, can negatively influence trading decisions. It references 2 Timothy 1:7 to suggest that a mindset shift towards power, love, and self-contr…
- Don’t Wait
The podcast episode "Don’t Wait" on Trading with Jesus focuses on the verse Isaiah 55:6, highlighting the urgent message to seek the Lord while He may be found and call upon Him while He is near.
- Stay Sharp
Trading with Jesus reflects on First Epistle of Peter 5:8, urging listeners to be sober-minded and watchful, using the analogy of a prowling lion.
- The Great Exchange
The podcast episode "The Great Exchange" discusses 2 Corinthians 5:21, focusing on the theological concept of the 'great exchange' where Jesus, who knew no sin, was made sin for us, enabling us to become the righteousness of God.
- Stay Ready
This episode, titled 'Stay Ready,' references the Gospel of Mark 13:33, emphasizing the concepts of awareness and readiness.
- When You Go Your Own Way
The episode discusses Isaiah 53:6, highlighting that all individuals, like sheep, have gone astray and turned to their own paths, and that Jesus bears the burden of their iniquity.
- The Greatest Trade
This episode of Trading with Jesus focuses on John 3:16 as a core principle. Understanding this verse can profoundly influence one's approach to life and trading.
- Let It Shine
This episode, titled 'Let It Shine,' focuses on Matthew 5:16, encouraging listeners to let their light shine through good works so others may see and glorify God. It highlights the importance of living one's faith.
- You Carry His Presence
This episode of Trading with Jesus focuses on 1 Corinthians 3:16, emphasizing the significance of understanding that God's Spirit dwells within you and how this knowledge can transform your perspective and actions.
- He’s Closer Than You Think
This episode of Trading with Jesus focuses on Psalms 145:18, emphasizing that God is near to those who call on Him in truth, countering the idea of a distant deity.
- Only One Way
The podcast episode "Only One Way" from "Trading with Jesus" focuses on the biblical verse Acts 4:12. It highlights the verse's declaration that salvation is exclusively found in Jesus Christ.
- What You’re Feeding Your Faith
This episode, anchored in Romans 10:17, explains that faith is built through hearing the word of Christ. The verse emphasizes the power and simplicity of this foundational concept.
- From Death to Life
The episode discusses John 5:24, emphasizing the assurance of eternal life for those who hear Jesus' word and believe. It highlights that believers have passed from death to life and are secure from judgment.
- Go and Build
The episode "Go and Build" from "Trading with Jesus" focuses on Matthew 28:19, interpreting Jesus's instruction to make disciples as a definitive mission.
- The Empty Tomb
This episode of Trading with Jesus discusses Matthew 28:6, focusing on the empty tomb as evidence of Jesus' resurrection and the transformation of defeat into victory.
- What Love Looks Like
This episode of Trading with Jesus examines the definition of love, using 1 John 3:16 to highlight that true love is demonstrated through action and sacrifice, not just feelings or words.
- It Was Already Paid For
This episode of Trading with Jesus explores Isaiah 53:5, a prophecy written centuries before Jesus's birth that describes his suffering, punishment, and healing power. The hosts discuss how this verse indicates Jesus's sacrifice was part o…
- Take Heart
The episode "Take Heart" from Trading with Jesus focuses on John 16:33, where Jesus states that followers will face trouble. The host emphasizes that challenges are a natural part of life's process, not an indication that something is wron…
- Stay Focused
This episode of Trading with Jesus uses Hebrews 12:2 to explore the importance of focus and how to navigate life's challenges. It emphasizes looking to Jesus as the author and finisher of faith.
- Built to Serve
This episode of Trading with Jesus discusses Matthew 20:28, highlighting Jesus' perspective on greatness. It contrasts worldly notions of status with the Christian ideals of humility, service, and sacrifice.
- The Lamb Who Took It All
This episode, 'The Lamb Who Took It All,' explores John 1:29, identifying Jesus as the Lamb of God who removes sin. It draws a parallel to the importance of focusing on what truly matters in trading, rather than getting lost in technical d…
- The True King
The episode discusses Luke 19:38, where people praise Jesus as King, expecting worldly power. However, Jesus arrives humbly, heading towards the cross, revealing a different kind of kingship.
- Lift Your Head
This episode, based on Psalm 3:3, discusses how David, even in a difficult season of pursuit and betrayal, shifted his focus from his problems to God, recognizing God as his ultimate source of strength and glory.
- Built for Endurance
This episode, anchored in Romans 15:5, discusses how God is the source of endurance and encouragement. It explains that the strength to persevere through difficulties comes from God, not from oneself, and defines endurance as staying stead…
- Seek First, Then Trade
This episode of Trading with Jesus focuses on Jeremiah 29:13, highlighting that seeking God wholeheartedly and intentionally is a condition for finding Him, not a casual act.
- Trade From Overflow, Not Emptiness
This episode discusses the biblical principle of trading from a place of spiritual overflow, referencing John 7:38. It encourages listeners to understand Jesus' message about allowing 'rivers of living water' to flow from within.
- Not Every Plate Is for You
This episode, anchored in Proverbs 23:6-8, discusses discernment, cautioning listeners against the deceptive generosity of individuals with hidden agendas, even when their offers seem appealing.
- Conviction Over Regret
The episode discusses 2 Corinthians 7:10, contrasting godly grief which leads to repentance and salvation with worldly grief which leads to death. It highlights two ways to respond to mistakes, with only one fostering growth.
- When Fear Shows Up
This episode of Trading with Jesus, titled 'When Fear Shows Up', discusses using market downtime to self-reflect and reset one's mindset. It anchors on Psalm 56:3, which speaks to trusting in God when experiencing fear.
- When God Lights the Chart
This episode of Trading with Jesus focuses on Psalm 18:28, "For it is You who light my lamp; the Lord my God lightens my darkness." The episode uses this verse to discuss divine guidance, likening it to a light on a chart.