Go and Do Likewise: Living Out the Love of Christ

In this powerful episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel invites listeners to remember the awe-inspiring truth that their lives are part of something far bigger than themselves. With humility and passion, she opens Matthew 28:18–20 to remind us that all authority belongs to Jesus—and because He is with us, we are called and commissioned to go. Whether across the street or across the world, each of us has a part to play in sharing His love and bringing light to those who’ve never heard His name. Be encouraged to live boldly, love deeply, and go wherever God calls you, knowing you don’t go alone. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma Mae McDaniel opens Ephesians 1 to remind us that our identity isn’t earned — it’s received. Before the foundation of the world, you were chosen, loved, and adopted through Christ. In this heartfelt episode, Emma unpacks the beauty of being blessed with every spiritual blessing, redeemed through His blood, and sealed with the Holy Spirit. Let this truth wash over your striving heart and lead you into freedom — because you’re already His. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Emma Mae McDaniel reminds us that life’s unknowns aren’t interruptions to God’s plan—they’re invitations into deeper intimacy with Him. As she reflects on seasons of uncertainty and the steady truth of God’s promises, Emma shares how prayer, scripture, and surrender transform anxiety into awe. When we remember who walks beside us, we can face what’s ahead not with fear, but with faith—and even excitement. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel walks through the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, reminding us that loving God and loving people cannot be separated. With heartfelt encouragement and biblical insight, Emma challenges us to see the people around us, be moved with compassion, and live generously—because this is what it means to be a neighbor. As she unpacks Jesus’ words, “Go and do likewise,” she points us back to the sacrificial, steadfast love of Christ that first saw, pursued, and gave everything for us. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel reflects on five years of God’s faithfulness in her podcasting journey and opens up about the dangers of living for others’ approval. Drawing from Proverbs 29:25, she invites listeners to step out of the “prison” of fearing what people think and into the safety and freedom found in trusting the Lord. With warmth, honesty, and Scripture, Emma encourages you to embrace your God-given identity, walk in true freedom, and live compelled by Christ’s love rather than bound by people’s opinions. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel invites you to find steady ground in the promises of God, no matter what circumstances you’re walking through. Drawing from Jeremiah 17 and Matthew 7, Emma reminds us that blessing isn’t defined by ease, but by being rooted in the Lord—the One who makes us like a tree that thrives in drought and a house that stands firm in the storm. With encouragement from Romans 15:13, this episode will refresh your soul, pointing you back to the joy, peace, and confident hope that flow from trusting in Christ. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel speaks into the very real tension of loving God deeply yet not always “feeling” like sharing your faith. Drawing from Scripture, she offers practical encouragement and four truths to help you live boldly and obediently, even on the days when your emotions waver. With honesty and hope, Emma Mae reminds us that delight often follows discipline, the Holy Spirit empowers us beyond our weakness, and that surrounding ourselves with faithful community makes all the difference. Whether you’re overflowing with zeal today or simply trying to take the next step, this episode will encourage you to keep walking by faith, making the most of every opportunity, and living compelled by the love of Christ. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel invites us to lean into the promises of Psalm 91 and discover what it truly means to find rest in the shelter of the Most High. Through prayerful reflection and joyful encouragement, Emma challenges us to move beyond merely visiting God’s presence in moments of desperation and instead make His presence our home in the everyday rhythms of life. From the Israelites’ journey in the wilderness to Jesus’ invitation to come and find rest, Emma reminds us that the Lord is our refuge, our strength, and the giver of peace that surpasses understanding. Whether you are in a season of weariness, longing for clarity, or simply craving deeper intimacy with God, this episode will stir your heart to dwell daily with Him and live compelled by His love. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Compelled, Emma Mae McDaniel invites us into Joshua 1–3, where God calls His people to cross the overflowing Jordan River at harvest time—an impossible task apart from Him. With honesty and encouragement, Emma reminds us that just as God assured Joshua of His presence, He assures us today that we are never alone in what feels daunting or overwhelming. Through His Word and Spirit, we are equipped to walk in strength and courage, not by our own power, but by His. If you’ve ever felt unqualified, weary, or unable to carry the task in front of you, this episode is a gentle but firm reminder that with God, even the impossible is possible. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt episode of The Compelled Podcast, Emma Mae McDaniel encourages students stepping into, walking through, or wrapping up their college years. With warmth and wisdom, she shares practical guidance on navigating friendships, balancing responsibilities, preparing for what’s next, and finding godly community—all while reminding listeners that true joy and contentment are found in Christ, not in the next season of life. Through Scripture, personal stories, and honest encouragement, Emma Mae invites you to take a deep breath, lean into God’s presence, and live compelled by His love in every moment. https://www.emmamaemcdaniel.com/books - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices