114 | The Hidden Addiction Christians Don’t Talk About

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Future Is Now Podcast, we expose the danger of false teachings, modern deception, and “beautiful lies” that are shaping culture today. From social media influencers to trending ideologies, many voices sound good. but are they leading you toward truth or away from it?Jesus warns in Matthew 7:15 to “beware of false prophets… you will recognize them by their fruits.” In this teaching, we break down how to identify false doctrine, understand the difference between subjective opinion vs objective truth, and why God’s Word is the ultimate standard.Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day...

Send a textWhat does it really mean to take risks as a Christian? In this episode, we unpack the story of Jesus walking on water from Matthew 14 and explore the difference between good risk vs bad risk, faith vs foolishness, and how to recognize God’s voice in life’s storms. Discover why Peter stepped out of the boat, why many men stay stuck in fear, and how biblical vision leads to bold, wise decisions in faith, leadership, business, and relationships. If you’ve ever wondered how to follow God’s calling with courage and clarity, this episode will help you take your next step in faith.  Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day...

Send a textWe don’t talk about this enough... but there’s a hidden craving many Christians wrestle with in silence. It’s quiet. It’s powerful. And it’s shaping your heart in ways you might not even notice.In this episode, we break it down: the signs, the real-life impact, and why pretending it doesn’t exist is keeping you stuck. This isn’t about shame. it’s about awareness, confrontation, and stepping into freedom.If you’ve ever felt the pull of something you can’t seem to shake… or if you’re tired of seeing others struggle in silence, this message is for you. We go deep, we get real, and we point you to hope that actually works.Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day...

Send a textcan you be a believer in Jesus—and still not actually follow Jesus?  In this video, we break down what Scripture really means by “disciple,” why Jesus never told us to “make converts,” and the difference between admiration vs devotion (because devotion always costs you).  Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day...

Send a textWhat if the very thing you think is helping you move forward… is actually the reason you feel stuck?In this episode, we talk about why rushing God often delays the very life He’s preparing you for. Drawing from the story of Israel, the contrast between the Moses generation and the Joshua generation, and Scripture like Joshua 3, we unpack how impatience, self-sufficiency, and presumption quietly lead to years of wandering.Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Give a one-time donation to the Podcasthttps://spencernakamura.com/donation__________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day-devotional

Send a textI did not want to make this episode.I hate clickbait culture. I hate capitalizing on current events. And I hate watching tragedy turned into content.But after months of listening, observing, and being asked nonstop about Candace Owens, Turning Point, and the death of Charlie Kirk, I felt compelled to speak from a biblical perspective.This episode is not about picking sides. It is about Christian ethics, discernment, free speech, and fruit.Scripture tells us to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. Yet we live in a moment where outrage is rewarded and patience is mocked.I walk through the controversy, explain why asking questions is not wrong, why free speech matters, and where I believe Candace Owens crosses a line biblically. Not because of conclusions, but because of fruit.The ends do not justify the means. Truth does not fear exposure. And fruit never lies.This is not political commentary. It is a Christian examination rooted in Scripture.

Send a textThere are moments when God’s answer isn’t yes, isn’t later, isn’t maybe... it’s no. And for most of us, that’s the hardest answer to accept. But in Scripture, especially in 1 Samuel 8, we see something shocking: sometimes God’s no is the most protective, loving, and necessary thing He could ever give us. Israel wanted a king so badly that they didn’t care about the cost. They wanted control, predictability, and their own version of security. And God loved them enough to warn them, confront them, and ultimately allow their decision to expose what was broken inside them.This message explores why God’s no is often better than our yes, why He blocks certain desires, and how His denial is actually His direction. If you’ve ever been frustrated, confused, or disappointed by God, this teaching will bring clarity to what He’s doing beneath the surface.

Send a textEveryone wants a different life in five years. We pray for breakthrough, we set goals, we read books, we cut toxic people, we grind harder… and yet we remain the exact same person year after year. Why? Because most people overlook the one decision that actually shapes every part of their future.This isn’t about manifesting success or chasing a highlight reel. I’m talking about the one posture that Scripture commands and that quietly builds resilience, joy, stability, and spiritual maturity. It’s not emotional, it’s not circumstantial, and it’s not about pretending life is perfect.It’s the one decision that reveals what you really believe about God.If you want a completely different life in five years, this is where it starts.Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Give a one-time donation to the Podcasthttps://spencernakamura.com/donation__________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day-devotional

Send a textChristians are distracted. While believers are fighting online over Israel, influencers rage-baiting for clicks, and denominations arguing over theology, a Muslim democratic socialist just became mayor of NYC.In this episode, I break down:• Why Christians are obsessed with the Israel debate• The silent rise of Islamic ideology in the West• How socialism contradicts Scripture• Why believers must focus on our actual assignment. our nation, our cities, our families• How to think biblically in a chaotic cultureVerses referenced:1 John 4:1, John 14:27, 2 Thessalonians 3:10, Matthew 25:14-30Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Give a one-time donation to the Podcasthttps://spencernakamura.com/donation__________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day-devotional

Send a textToday we’re talking about the Forrest Frank controversy, Dove Awards drama, and why the Church often ends up fighting the wrong battles.In a culture that thrives on outrage and division, we’re looking at what the Bible actually says about unity, offense, and spiritual maturity.Let’s talk about how to stop being “Christian TMZ” and start being the Church Jesus called us to be.Timestamps00:00 – Intro + Why this conversation matters01:00 – Forrest Frank & the Dove Awards controversy06:00 – Why Christians get caught up in drama09:20 – What the early Church actually focused on (Acts 2:44)14:48 – The danger of being easily offended (Proverbs 19:11)19:27 – Sin issue vs. style issue — why this matters25:05 – Closing encouragement & call to unity (Colossians 3:13)Sign up for Theos University - The best way to learn theologyhttps://www.theosu.ca/?via=Spencernak___________________________Give a one-time donation to the Podcasthttps://spencernakamura.com/donation__________________________Download my FREE 5-day Devotional helping you understand the importance of The Word of Godhttps://mailchi.mp/d3bd65882c1a/5-day-devotional