In this episode of the Grow Group Podcast, the hosts—Chip (filling in for AB), Pastor Joey, Brandon, and Barry—continue their discussion in week six of the Anchored Grow Devotional series. The episode explores themes of humility, the doctrine of Christ, and the significance of Jesus as the only way to salvation. The hosts reflect on key Bible passages, including Philippians 2, John 10, and John 14, discussing Jesus' self-emptying (kenosis), his role as the Good Shepherd, and his declaration as the Way, the Truth, and the Life. They also share personal insights on spiritual disciplines, growing in faith, and practical ways to cultivate a closer relationship with God.If you want to follow along with our daily scripture readings, Anchored devotional guides are available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠.00:00:00 - 00:00:24 – IntroductionChip welcomes listeners and introduces the panel for this week’s episode.The group is in week six of the Anchored Grow Devotional series.00:00:24 - 00:02:00 – Life Updates & Reflection on BlessingsLighthearted discussion about their weeks and personal reflections on gratitude.Introduction to the week's Bible study focus: humility and self-emptying.00:02:00 - 00:06:04 – The Kenosis of ChristDiscussion on Jesus’ self-emptying (Philippians 2).The importance of humility and trusting God with personal struggles.Jesus as fully God and fully man—his sacrifice and obedience.00:06:04 - 00:11:44 – Grace vs. Works in SalvationThe idea that salvation is through grace alone, not human effort.Why Jesus had to die on the cross and the necessity of faith in him.The assurance of salvation and overcoming the struggle of feeling "not good enough."00:11:44 - 00:18:30 – Hearing God's Voice: The Good ShepherdJohn 10 discussion: Jesus as the Good Shepherd.Recognizing and discerning God's voice amidst life's distractions.The importance of spiritual disciplines like prayer, reading the Bible, and worship.00:18:30 - 00:26:03 – Exclusive Yet Inclusive: Jesus as The WayJohn 14:6: Jesus as "the way, the truth, and the life."Salvation is exclusively through Jesus, but available to all.The personal decision to accept or reject Jesus.00:26:03 - 00:35:00 – Psalm 22 and the CrucifixionJesus’ cry, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” as a reference to Psalm 22.Understanding the victory in Jesus’ sacrifice.The significance of Jesus’ final words, “It is finished.”00:35:00 - 00:42:50 – Final Takeaways & Prayer RequestsPersonal reflections on the week's study.Encouragement to trust God and grow in faith.Prayer requests and closing prayer.00:42:50 - 00:44:34 – Closing RemarksInvitation to continue following the Anchored Grow Devotional series.Details on where to find the devotional journal and when new episodes are released.

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