Good Friday - A Quiet Observation

Send us Fan MailAfter six months of waiting, uncertainty, and deep personal stretching, this episode is a reflection on what God builds in the “in-between.” I share honestly about the challenges of job loss, the silence that followed, and how that season became one of the most transformative times in my faith. This isn’t just about finally stepping into a new role; it’s about learning to trust God when nothing makes sense, discovering the power of patience, and recognizing His faithfulness through it all. If you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or holding on, my hope is that this conversation encourages you to stay faithful, lean in, and trust that God is working, even when you can’t see it.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailThis Good Friday episode is an invitation to slow down and unplug. Consider it a personal moment of reflection; a quiet pause to sit with the cross, examine your faith, and turn your attention fully toward Jesus. Before rushing to the empty tomb, we take time to remain at the foot of the cross and ask what it truly means to follow a crucified King.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailIs God still working when life feels delayed? In the final episode of The In-Between, Steven explores one of the most powerful truths of the Christian walk: God provides according to His perfect timing; His Kairos, not our calendar. When doors stay closed, opportunities take longer than expected, and life feels stuck, it’s easy to believe that nothing is happening. But Scripture tells a very different story.This episode dives deep into what it means to trust God’s timing, embrace your purpose while you wait, and understand that a delay is not a denial. Steven shares personal reflections from his own season of unemployment, highlighting how God provides peace, clarity, strength, and direction long before circumstances shift.Through key passages like Galatians 6:9, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Philippians 1:6, and Isaiah 60:22, this conversation anchors listeners in the hope that God is always working behind the scenes, preparing, shaping, and positioning us for the right moment.🔹 In this episode you’ll learn: • The difference between Chronos (our timing) and Kairos (God’s timing) • Why delays in life don’t mean God has denied your purpose • How to recognize God’s provision in subtle, everyday ways • What it means to live with purpose even in seasons of uncertainty • A practical way to track God’s faithfulness while you waitIf you’re navigating uncertainty, waiting for a breakthrough, or wondering how God is using this season of your life, this episode will remind you that your story is not on pause, you are being prepared for the appointed time.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when you’ve prayed, applied, waited… and still nothing changes? In Episode 3 of The In-Between, Steven explores one of the hardest parts of any transition: the long, silent season of waiting. When job applications go unanswered, opportunities stall, and doors stay closed, it’s easy to wonder if God sees you... or if He’s still working at all.This episode takes an honest look at the emotional and spiritual challenges of waiting, especially during unemployment or major life uncertainty. Drawing from powerful Scriptures like Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 27:13–14, Lamentations 3:22–23, and Romans 5:3–5, Steven unpacks how God uses the wilderness not to punish us, but to prepare us.🔹 In this episode you’ll learn: • Why waiting seasons feel so heavy and why they matter • What the Bible teaches about patience, perseverance, and spiritual growth • How God strengthens us in the waiting, not just after • Practical ways to stay grounded when hope feels distant • How to trust God when it seems like nothing is happeningIf you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, overlooked, or spiritually drained during a long season of waiting, this episode will remind you that you’re not forgotten—God is working even in the silence.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the role you’ve held for years suddenly disappears? In Episode 2 of The In-Between, Steven opens up about the internal struggle that follows job loss; the battle for identity. When your daily work, creative output, or leadership role is stripped away, it’s easy to wonder: Who am I now? Do I still matter?This honest, hope-filled conversation explores why losing a job hits so hard at the soul level and how God uses seasons of transition to rebuild our identity on something unshakeable. Through foundational Scriptures like Ephesians 2:10, Colossians 3:3, Psalm 23:1, and John 15:5, Steven reveals how your worth is rooted in who God says you are, not what you produce.🔹 In this episode you’ll learn: • Why unemployment often triggers an identity crisis • How to rediscover who you are beyond your job or title • What the Bible teaches about identity, purpose, and worth • How God uses transitions to dismantle false identities • A practical way to rebuild your identity with ScriptureIf you’re dealing with job loss, career uncertainty, burnout, or feelings of inadequacy, this episode will remind you that your identity is secure—even when your circumstances are not.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when life changes in an instant? In Episode 1 of The In-Between, Steven shares the raw, unfiltered story of how sudden unemployment sent shockwaves through his life, faith, and identity. If you’re walking through job loss, career transition, burnout, or a season that feels completely out of your control, this honest conversation will let you know you’re not alone.Steven opens up about the moment everything shifted, the emotional freefall that followed, and the difficult questions that surface when your plans collapse. Through powerful Scriptures like Psalm 34:18, Psalm 139:16, and Hebrews 10:23, he explores where God is when life feels unstable, and how to hold on to hope when nothing makes sense.🔹 In this episode you’ll learn: • How to navigate the initial shock of losing a job • What the Bible says about God’s presence in painful seasons • Why emotional honesty is essential in times of uncertainty • How to cling to hope when your future feels unclear • Practical steps to begin healing and moving forwardIf you’re struggling with unemployment, fear of the future, identity loss, or a faith that feels shaken, this episode will meet you right where you are.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailIn this special Christmas episode of The Nook Podcast, Steven takes you on an unexpected journey; from the familiar warmth of the Nativity to the raw honesty of Lazarus’ story in John 11. If this year has left you asking, “God, where were You?” this message will speak directly to your soul. Through Scripture, storytelling, and real-life transparency, Steven explores the deeper meaning of Immanuel...God with us, and what it means when life feels heavy, confusing, or disappointing. You’ll hear why Jesus wept, why His timing matters, and how Christmas is God’s bold declaration that He is closer than you think. If you need hope, perspective, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone this Christmas, this episode is for you.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailMost of us have been taught to clean ourselves up before we come to God. But Psalm 51:17 flips that idea on its head: “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.”In this raw and honest episode, we dive deep into what it really means to come to God not with performance, perfection, or spiritual polish, but with brokenness. God isn’t moved by your highlight reel. He’s drawn to the place where your heart is crushed, humbled, and fully surrendered.We’ll confront the lies of fake strength, tear off the spiritual masks, and rediscover the beauty of repentance, restoration, and real relationship with God. If you’ve been feeling stuck, dry, or ashamed, this episode is a call to come back. And the way back… is brokenness.If this stirred something in you, if you’re ready to leave behind the shallows and pursue the deep things of God, then keep coming back. This podcast is here to walk with you, challenge you, and encourage you to go further than you’ve ever gone in your faith. You were made for the deep… and the deep is calling.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailRomans 13:11–12 tells us the time is short and the day of salvation is nearer than ever. Yet too many of us are sleepwalking through our faith; going through the motions, saying the right words, even serving in church, but disconnected from God’s presence and purpose.In this episode, we unpack Paul’s urgent call to wake up and live with spiritual alertness. We’ll talk about the subtle dangers of spiritual drowsiness, how believers can look alive on the outside but be asleep on the inside, and why Jesus warned His followers to stay awake because His return will be sudden.This isn’t about panic or fear, it’s about urgency rooted in gratitude. You’ll be challenged to cast off the darkness, put on the armor of light, and stop delaying obedience. Because tomorrow isn’t promised. The night is almost gone. The day is at hand.If you’re tired of shallow, autopilot faith, this episode is your wake-up call.Key Takeaways:What it means to be spiritually asleep and the signs to watch for.The dangers of “sleepwalking” Christianity.Why urgency isn’t legalism but stewardship.Practical ways to live awake and ready for Christ’s return.The alarm is ringing. Don’t hit snooze. Wake up. Live ready. Go deeper.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111

Send us Fan MailWhat are you doing with what God has already revealed to you? In this episode, we dive into Mark 4:24, where Jesus urges us to be intentional with how we hear and respond to His Word. He says, "The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you."This is a call to stop coasting through sermons and quiet times. It’s an invitation to dig in, to give God our full attention, full hunger, and full obedience. The more deeply we lean into His truth, the more He entrusts to us. If you’re tired of spiritual stagnation and ready to grow, this episode is your wake-up call.Join us as we talk about what it really means to measure our lives by the Word and pursue the deeper things of God with everything we’ve got.If this stirred something in you, if you’re ready to leave behind the shallows and pursue the deep things of God, then keep coming back. This podcast is here to walk with you, challenge you, and encourage you to go further than you’ve ever gone in your faith. You were made for the deep… and the deep is calling.***Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to [email protected] The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram, TikTok and TwitterYour financial support means so much!Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111