Christ is All: Frank Viola Audio

#110: Welcome to the Third Race

Frank Viola shares a powerful message from Ephesians 2 on "The Third Race." Delivered to a multiethnic church in Virginia. To get the entire series of messages on Ephesians, join the DCL Network | Master Classes Form and you'll be alerted when it reopens.

#109: Frank Interviews Your Favorite Character Caller (Spoof)

The character caller from the 100th episode who won the most votes from listeners sits in the studio with Frank for a full-on interview. Warning: Do not attempt to listen unless you have a subtle sense of humor.

 

#108: How Not to Receive Correction

Frank talks about how a Christian should not receive correction from another believer. This is the other side of the conversation that he started in his article How Not to Give Correction.

#107: How to End Spiritual Stagnation

Frank Viola author talks about his book, Jesus Now, and during the course of the conversation, he discusses the hindrances to spiritual progress and how to end them.

#106: The Insurgency Began and You Missed It

This episode was updated in June 2018. Frank talks about the present Insurgence. The episode includes the first interview he did on the Insurgence (the gospel of the kingdom), a theme that is expanded in his new book INSURGENCE: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom. A fitting music trailer by R.E.M. begins and ends the episode.

#105: The Ultimate Issue

Frank Viola author delivers a stirring message at a conference in Tennessee. There is no music trailer for this episode. 

#104: A Word to the Hardcore

Updated in 2017: Frank gives a word to the "hardcore" - those who are "all in" with respect to following the Lord - and he extends a personal invitation to two of his annual events. Note that the reference to Elijah begins in 1 Kings 18 but continues through 1 Kings 19.

#103: Pressing Into the Kingdom

In Matthew, Jesus said "the kingdom of God suffers violence and the violent take it by force." What did He mean? In Luke, Jesus talks about “pressing into the kingdom.” In this stirring message, Frank sheds light on these perplexing texts with a powerful application for all Christians today.

#102: My Unforgettable Meeting with A.W. Tozer

Frank Viola author shares about his meeting with A.W. Tozer and the practical and spiritual implications drawn from it.

#101: The Unsearchable Riches of Christ

Frank delivers a message on the unsearchable riches of Christ at a  deeper life conference in Ohio. This message is part of an online Master Class given by Frank. If you want to be alerted when the class is open, sign up on the DCL Network | Master Classes Form and you'll be notified.

#100: The 100th Episode (Spoof)

The 100th episode of the podcast defies a title or description. Warning: You must have a keen sense of humor to appreciate this particular show.

#99: Seven Ways to Destroy a Friendship

The 99th episode of the "Christ is All" podcast, Frank discusses the three kinds of friendships, the five characteristics of a true friend, and the seven ways to destroy a friendship. The episode is less than 20 minutes long.

#98: The First Relationship

A message delivered by Frank Viola at a conference in Toronto, Canada. If are interested in more messages like this, join The Deeper Christian Life Network.

#97: Twelve Forgotten Things Every Christian Should Know

The 97th episode of the "Christ is All" podcast, Frank Viola talks about 12 neglected things that all Christians -- new and seasoned -- should know. A personal episode void of fluff.

#96: What is Jesus Doing Now?

Frank talks about what Jesus is doing today so we can join Him in His present-day ministry. 45 minutes long combining three separate interviews. Go to JesusNow.tv for information on Frank's new book. Note: the bonuses are no longer available.

#95: Reimagining God’s Eternal Purpose

The introduction to a series of messages on God's Eternal Purpose delivered in Southern California. This message is part of an online Master Class given by Frank on the Eternal Purpose. Join The Deeper Christian Life Network to access all the messages.

#94: The 7 Aspects of Christ’s Present-Day Ministry

Frank is interviewed on his new book Jesus Now, and he unveils the 7 aspects of the present-day ministry of Jesus Christ. He then takes a phone call from someone who is distraught and offers advice.

#93: How to Stop Agonizing Over Finding God's Will For Your Life

Frank shares about how to get free from the agony of finding God's will for your life. He talks about the biblical way to discover the Lord's will for your life in peace, freedom, and joy. A liberating message offering wisdom for every Christian, especially those in their 20s and 30s. You can also get a FREE copy of his popular full-length eBook, Rethinking the Will of God (Revised).

#92: Warning: Christian Community Doesn’t Work Without This

Frank delivered this message at the "Reimagining Church Conference" in Toronto, Canada. A sober call to embrace the neglected ingredient that makes Christian community work and the antidote for all of its problems and struggles. Click here for the transcript of a shortened version of this message.

#91: The Christian's Relationship to the Law

Ray Edwards interviews Frank on the relationship between Grace and Law and the Christian's posture toward the Mosaic Law. This episode is only 11 minutes long. For details, see the article Jesus vs. Moses.

#90: Someone Didn't Get the Memo: Being a Christian in a Social Media Saturated World

In this episode, Frank Viola and Adrian Warnock discuss what Christians need to know about the online world -- including social media. There are moral and spiritual dimensions to reading and posting online. God's people need to be attuned to His ways as it applies to social media, blogging, email, etc.

#89: What We Haven't Been Taught About Jesus

Frank Viola talks with Dr. Michael Brown about Jesus. Specifically, what many Christians haven't been taught about Him. For details on the book, go to Jesus: A Theography.

#88: The Gospel of the Kingdom

A powerful message Frank delivered at a discipleship school in Alabama on the gospel of the kingdom. It is part of a Master Class series on the kingdom of God. To get the rest of the series, join the wait list here. To get his book on the gospel of the kingdom, go to Insurgence.org.

#87: My Thoughts on Hyper-Grace

In this episode, Frank weighs-in on the "hyper-grace" controversy. He also asks listeners if he should continue the podcast. Here is the link to give your feedback.

#86: Seven New Songs

This episode features seven new songs that Frank has featured on his blog. Click here to read the stories behind each song and the lyrics.

#85: Answers to Hot-Boiling Questions

Frank answers questions that have been submitted by his blog readers and podcast subscribers. Listen at your own risk. The show is peppered with a little comedy and spoof. A music trailer begins and ends the episode.

#84: Wounded by Other Christians: Bitter or Broken

Drew Marshall interviews with Frank Viola. They discuss being wounded by other Christians, Mark Driscoll, Zoolander, Mary, Martha, and the Lazarus Story. Comical and challenging.

#83: The Church As Seen Through The Eyes of God

The first message in a series of talks that Frank Viola delivered at a Body Life Conference in Melbourne, Florida. The rest of the messages are part of a Master Class on The Deeper Christian Life Network. 

#82: Frankly Speaking: "I Don't Like Christians"

In this episode, Frank talks candidly about several important matters. As with our other podcast episodes, a music trailer begins and ends the episode. Click here for Frank's online discipleship course.

#81: Jesus Dramatized: Frank Talks with Fiction Writer Tricia Goyer

In this episode, Frank talks with best-selling Christian fiction writer Tricia Goyer about turning "the Jesus story" into drama, bringing it to life.

#80: Reading the Bible in 3D

Frank's second session from the NCY Ministers Conference with Scot McKnight, Jon Acuff, and Larry Osborne. For more detail on the subject, see Frank's book Jesus: A Theography. Frank's first session at the NCY  Ministers Conference is also on this podcast. It's episode #67.

#79: God's Favorite Place on Earth

Two chapters from "God's Favorite Place on Earth" by Frank Viola. 

ENDORSEMENTS for the book by Craig Keener, Mark Batterson, Jack Hayford, Jon Acuff, Brant Hansen, Mary DeMuth, Tricia Goyer, Joel B. Green, Leonard Sweet, John Ortberg, Jenni Catron, Sarah Bessey, Derwin L. Gray, David Fitch, Joe Carter, Phil Cooke, and many others. See them all and read the sampler at frankviola.org/godsfavoriteplace.

#78: Bono on Jesus: My Personal Reflections

In this episode, Frank Viola shares his reflections on Bono's statements about Jesus Christ which he (Frank) posted on his blog recently. There are three humorous commercials peppered into the episode and it ends with a comical blast from the past.

#77: God’s Favorite Place - Part III

Message 3 of Frank's conference talks that formed the basis of his bestselling book, God's Favorite Place on Earth. As with all our audios, a music trailer begins it. One of the people who attended the conference wrote a song based on the talks. The song is presented at the end.

#76: God’s Favorite Place - Part II

Message 2 of Frank's conference talks that formed the basis of his bestselling book, God's Favorite Place on Earth. As with all our audios, a music trailer begins it.

#75: God’s Favorite Place - Part I

Message 1 of Frank's conference talks that formed the basis of his bestselling book, God's Favorite Place on Earth. As with all our audios, a music trailer begins it.

#74: God’s Favorite Place on Earth: Dr. Michael Brown Interview

An explosive new interview. Dr. Michael Brown interviews Frank Viola on some of the profound lessons contained in God's Favorite Place on Earth. This interview contains many surprising moments. 

#73: God’s Favorite Place on Earth: Faith Radio & Christian Books Interview

Frank Viola appears on Faith Radio and explains why God's Favorite Place on Earth affects every Christian today. A music trailer begins the episode.

#72: Resolving 18 Struggles Christians Have

Frank talks about his study, the online course called "Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ" (which you can find at thedeeperjourney.com), the 18 struggles that Christians face today, and how to get a FREE copy of his book, "Rethinking the Will of God" (Revised). Just subscribe at frankviola.org.

#71: The Deeper Journey: Part III

Frank Viola's keynote message at a Deeper Christian Life conference in Texas. This is Part III. Parts I and II are now available on the podcast also. The three parts go together, so be sure to listen to them all. As with most of our episodes, there's a short music trailer at the beginning.

#70: The Deeper Journey: Part II

Frank Viola's keynote message at a Deeper Christian Life conference in Texas. This is Part II. Part I and III are now available on the podcast also. The three parts go together, so be sure to listen to them all. As with most of our episodes, there's a short music trailer at the beginning.

#69: The Deeper Journey: Part I

Frank Viola's keynote message at a Deeper Christian Life conference in Texas. This is Part I. Part II and III are now available on the podcast also. The three parts go together, so be sure to listen to them all. As with most of our episodes, there's a short music trailer at the beginning.

#68: The Cosmic Story: How God Reclaims the Nations for His Kingdom

This message was delivered at a live conference in Orlando, Florida. It's part of the Everlasting Domain Master Class on The Deeper Christian Life Network. Join the Network to gain access to all the messages in the series.

#67: For God So Loved the World vs. Love Not the World

Frank Viola's keynote session from the NCY Ministers Conference. Some of the other speakers were Scot McKnight, Jon Acuff, and Larry Osborne. A music trailer begins the audio. For Frank's second session at the conference, see episode #80. 

#66: Do You Make These 8 Mistakes When Reading the Bible?

Frank discusses 8 common mistakes that Christians make when reading the Bible.

#65: Steve Brown Interviews Len Sweet & Frank Viola Again

Steve Brown interviews Sweet and Viola on their book, Jesus: A Theography. For the first time, the authors discuss the one part of the book where they disagreed -- the part that didn't make the final draft. (This podcast removes the commercials.) You can listen to Steve's other interviews at SteveBrownEtc.com and Keylife.org.

#64: Christian Books Interviews Frank on Jesus, Biblical Interpretation, and the Gospel

Christian Books interviews Frank on Jesus, interpreting the Bible, and the meaning of the word "gospel" in the first century. Go to frankviola.org/books to see the author's full catalog of books.

#63: Jesus & the Scriptures

"Real Answers" interviews Frank on Jesus and the Scriptures.

#62: The Jesus Story

The Introduction of "Jesus: A Theography" by Frank Viola and Leonard Sweet. The detailed endnotes are not included in this audio. Click here to order the book at a discount in hardback, Kindle, or audiobook.

#61: The Untold Story Behind “Jesus: A Theography”

Frank shares the behind-the-scenes history of his new book with Leonard Sweet, Jesus: A Theography.