Vince Miller Podcast

By: Vince Miller
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  • Get ready to be inspired and transformed with Vince Miller, a renowned author and speaker who has dedicated his life to helping men become the best versions of themselves. With over 36 books under his belt, Vince has become a leading voice in the field of manhood, masculinity, fatherhood, mentorship, and leadership. He has been featured on major video and radio platforms such as RightNow Media, Faithlife TV, FaithRadio, and YouVersion, reaching men all over the world. Vince's Men's Daily Devo has touched the lives of thousands of men, providing them with a daily dose of inspiration and guidance. With over 28 years of experience in ministry, Vince is the founder of Resolute, a platform that aims to build better men through its bible studies. If you're looking for a way to improve your life and become a better man, then look no further than Vince Miller and his inspiring work at www.vincemiller.com
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  • Faith Without Action Is Dead: Are You Really Living for God? | James 2:14-17

    Faith Without Action Is Dead: Are You Really Living for God? | James 2:14-17
    Jan 9 2025

    What good is your faith if it sits on the bench instead of stepping into the game? James warns us today that true faith doesn’t stay idle. It moves, takes action, and meets the needs of those around us. Faith that doesn’t act is dead—lifeless, useless, and disconnected from God’s purpose. So, is your faith alive and thriving? Or does your faith need a resurrection?

    Welcome to the Daily Devo. Our text today is James 2:14-17.

    What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. — James 2:14-17

    To be clear, James isn’t suggesting that works save us. Salvation is by faith alone, through the finished work of Christ on the Cross. What James is saying is this: true, saving faith produces visible evidence. A faith that doesn’t show itself in action is not alive—it’s counterfeit.

    James’ message cuts straight to the heart of Christian apathy. If we claim to follow Christ, we can’t just say it; we must show it. If I believe in a God who loves, then my life must overflow with love. If I trust a God who provides, my actions should reflect generosity. And if I know a God who forgives, then I must extend forgiveness and mercy to others. Faith that works isn’t optional—it’s essential.

    James paints a vivid picture: if you see someone shivering in the cold and starving and all you offer are empty words, “You’ve got this!” you’re missing the point entirely. They don’t “got this.” They’re cold. They’re hungry. Real faith doesn’t drive by; it stops, steps in, and meets the need.

    Here’s the hard truth: selfishness and a desire for convenience lie at the root of dead faith. We avoid helping because it disrupts our plans, our comfort, or our resources. But a living faith embraces the inconvenience because it reflects the sacrificial love of Christ.

    Faith that works, works.

    This year, don’t just proclaim your faith—live it. God didn’t just say He loved us; He demonstrated it by sending Jesus to die for our sins. Jesus’ sacrifice is the ultimate act of faith in action. If you’ve experienced His love, let it move you to love, serve, and act in ways that reflect Him.

    Take a moment to examine your heart. Is your faith alive and active, or does it need a resurrection? Confess where you’ve fallen short and ask God to breathe life into your faith so it overflows into your actions.

    Lord, I confess that my faith has been stagnant in too many areas of my life. Thank You for showing me mercy through Jesus. Help me to live out my faith by meeting the needs of those around me and showing Your love through my actions. Amen.

    If you’re ready to get off the bench and into the game, write “I’m in the game” in the comments below. Let’s live a faith that moves, reflecting the God who moved heaven and earth to save us. Join me tomorrow as we continue our study through James!

    ASK THIS:

    1. How does your daily life show evidence of your faith?
    2. When have you chosen convenience over meeting someone’s need?
    3. What steps can you take to make your faith more active?
    4. Does your faith reflect the sacrificial love of Christ?
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  • Demonic Or Demonstrative Faith? | James 2:18-20

    Demonic Or Demonstrative Faith? | James 2:18-20
    Jan 9 2025
    Have you ever met someone who talks a good game but doesn’t back it up? Whether it’s the friend who promises to help but never shows up or the coworker with big ideas but no follow-through, we all know the frustration of empty words. James confronts a similar issue when it comes to faith: faith without action is like words without deeds—it’s empty. Welcome to the Daily Devo. Our text today is James 2:18-20. But someone will say, “You have faith and I have works.” Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works. You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder! Do you want to be shown, you foolish person, that faith apart from works is useless? — James 2:18-20 James makes a comparison today on a topic he has already been building on. He presents a fictional debate between two people who live in two ways: one who claims they have faith without evidence and the other with faith with evidence. This comparison cuts to the core of a decision for Jesus that demonstrates no decisive change. In James' mind, what we might think of as "easy believism" might be a belief, but it is not a living, working, and active faith in Jesus. He calls it foolish, useless (James 2:20), and dead (James 2:17). He then makes another comparison to emphasize the preposterous nature of the logic of "easy believism." He highlights that demons themselves hold an orthodox understanding of God’s existence and oneness. They acknowledge the truth of God's sovereignty. They even tremble in fear because they know God's power and authority. However, their faith is not a genuine saving faith because it fails to produce evidence of authentic faith. Their belief does not produce signs of repentance, obedience, or a transformed relationship with God. God is merely a fact they cannot deny, yet it does nothing to change their rebellion. The shocking implication is that "faith without evidence" is similar to the "faith" of demons. Both may believe God exists, believe he is one, know God is sovereign, and tremble in fear before God but demonstrate no demonstrative. Faith that is not demonstrative is demonic. James challenges his readers to examine their proclamation of faith carefully. Is it only acknowledgment, like the demonic, or is it demonstrative? The easiest way to begin is by connecting your faith to straightforward action. Here is a list of seven actions you could take to connect your faith with action. Choose one. Commit to doing it, and let's demonstrate authentic faith to those around us. 1. Serve Someone Look for an opportunity to help someone in need, whether a neighbor, coworker, or stranger. It could be as simple as lending a listening ear, sharing a meal, or helping with a task they can’t handle alone. Faith in action serves others selflessly. 2. Speak Life Be intentional with your words. Encourage someone who might be struggling or share a Scripture that has impacted you recently. Let your speech reflect the hope and truth of Christ. 3. Step into Obedience Identify one area where God has been calling you to obedience. Maybe it’s forgiving someone, confessing sin, or starting a new habit like daily prayer. Take the first step today, trusting that God’s strength will carry you through. 4. Practice Generosity Give something tangible—a financial gift, your time, or resources—to someone or an organization that could use it. Generosity demonstrates trust in God’s provision and care for others. 5. Reflect God’s Love at Home Sometimes, the most challenging place to live out our faith is with those closest to us. Show patience, kindness, or humility to your spouse, children, or roommates. Let your actions match your faith in Christ’s transforming love. 6. Commit to Growth Spend intentional time with God by studying Scripture and praying daily. Then, look for ways to share what you learn with others, making your spiritual growth an encouragement to their faith. 7. Stand for Truth When faced with a situation that challenges your values or beliefs, respond with grace and boldness. Share your faith when opportunities arise, trusting God to use your witness. #FaithInAction, #LivingFaith, #WalkTheTalk ASK THIS: How does your life demonstrate the evidence of your faith?What actions reveal your trust in Christ today?In what ways can you connect faith to service this week?Are there areas where your faith feels more belief than action?
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  • Why One Sin Makes You Guilty of All | James 2:10-13

    Why One Sin Makes You Guilty of All | James 2:10-13
    Jan 8 2025

    What if one mistake made you guilty of everything? According to James, that’s exactly how God’s law works. But here’s the lifeline: God’s mercy steps in where we fall short. The 1% we can’t earn but desperately need is available in Christ.

    Welcome to the Daily Devo. Our text today is from James 2:10-13.

    For whoever keeps the whole law but fails in one point has become guilty of all of it. For he who said, “Do not commit adultery,” also said, “Do not murder.” If you do not commit adultery but do murder, you have become a transgressor of the law. So speak and so act as those who are to be judged under the law of liberty. For judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgment. — James 2:10-13

    God’s standard is perfection. Breaking just one part of His law makes us guilty of it all. Think about that: one small sin in a lifetime of goodness still leaves us entirely guilty before a holy God. His law reflects His perfect character, and breaking even one command dishonors the Lawgiver Himself. That leaves no room for pride, comparison, or judgmentalism—we’re all in the same boat.

    As Paul reminds us in Romans 3:23: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”

    But here’s the good news. James points us to the “law of liberty,” the freedom we have in Christ because of God’s mercy. Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection are the proof and provision of that mercy. The question is: will you receive it or reject it? Rejecting Jesus is rejecting mercy itself. And if we receive His mercy, we’re called to reflect it—because withholding mercy reveals we haven’t truly accepted it.

    Are you ready for God’s final judgment?

    Without Christ, none of us can stand before God’s perfect standard. But through God’s mercy in Jesus, we’re offered forgiveness and freedom. If you’ve been relying on your own goodness, it’s time to trust in God’s grace. Confess your sins, big or small, and place your faith in Jesus. His mercy sets you free from the law of sin and death.

    Here’s a prayer to take that first step:

    “Lord, I confess that I fall short of Your perfect standard. Thank You for the mercy You’ve shown me through Jesus. I surrender my life to You and ask for Your forgiveness. Help me to walk in Your grace and extend mercy to others. Amen.”

    If you prayed this prayer today, write "I choose Jesus" in the comments below and follow me daily as we study the bible. I would love to be your mentor as you begin the journey. Let's live all in for him, who lived all in for you.

    #GodsMercy, #FinalJudgment, #James2

    Ask This:
    1. How does knowing God’s perfect standard change how you view your own sin?
    2. Have you been relying on your goodness instead of God’s mercy?
    3. How can you better reflect God’s mercy in your daily interactions?
    4. Are you ready to stand before God’s final judgment? Why or why not?
    Do This:

    Choose Jesus and choose mercy.

    Pray This: Lord, I confess that I fall short of Your perfect standard and need Your mercy. Thank You for offering forgiveness through Jesus; help me to live in Your grace and share Your mercy with others.Amen. Play This:

    Mercy.
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    5 mins

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