The Creative Connection With Ed Young
The Creative Connection with Ed Young is a national daily radio show combining faith with everyday life. Every episode is filled with practical wisdom and biblical insights to strengthen listeners' understanding and relationship with Jesus.
Episodes
- 1A Fishing Trip To RememberIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young parallels a personal shark fishing story and the Biblical account of Jesus instructing Simon Peter to fish, emphasizing the importance of stepping out in faith and sharing one's spiritual journey with others.
- 2ColorsIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses a fishing trip to illustrate the Christian concept of evangelism, emphasizing the importance of being 'fishers of men' and presenting the Gospel in a relatable and impactful way.
- 3Reeled InIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the concept of spiritual temptation through the metaphor of fishing, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and resisting life's temptations just as one would in fishing, with the ultimate goal of aligning oneself with God's purpose.
- 4The Upside of TemptationIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young compares life's temptations to various fishing lures, encouraging listeners to recognize and resist these temptations by focusing on God and His purpose, thus turning trials and tests into triumphs.
- 5Fisherman Are...In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young inspires his audience to participate in the 'ultimate competition' of fishing for people's souls, emphasizing the importance of being passionate, prepared, persistent, and in partnership with Jesus and the church to share the Gospel and make a lasting impact in the world.
- 6Candy Cane ChristmasIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the theme of candy and the game Candy Land to illustrate the sweetness of Jesus Christ and His teachings, emphasizing how the joy and fulfillment found in Christ surpass temporary pleasures, much like the lasting satisfaction beyond the fleeting taste of candy.
- 7Advent-AgeousIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the importance of preparation in life and in faith, relating it to the Advent season as a time to prepare for both the celebration of Jesus' first coming and the anticipation of His second coming, while also stressing the responsibility, readiness, and resourcefulness expected of believers.
- 8Nativity SeenIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young reflects on the humility and availability of Mary, the mother of Jesus, illustrating through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights how her qualities made her a fitting choice for God's purpose, and encourages listeners to embrace humility and readiness to be used by God in their own lives.
- 9The Story Of God's GloryIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the concept of glorifying God through our lives, using the metaphor of life as a "full-length forever feature film" directed by God, encouraging listeners to reflect God's glory in everything they do and to understand their role in His divine narrative.
- 10Christmas NewsIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the contrast between the bad news of our world and personal struggles with the good news of Jesus Christ's birth and salvation, underscoring the importance of recognizing our sins and embracing Jesus as the savior.
- 11The Christmas TreeIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the symbolism of the Christmas tree, linking its elements to Christian principles and encouraging personal reflection on faith, illuminating how each aspect from the star to the ornaments can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and Jesus.
- 12The Distance DilemmaIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young draws parallels between the physical distances we travel during Christmas and the spiritual distance bridged by Christ's coming, urging the congregation to close any personal distances by accepting Jesus into their lives.
- 13For GodIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young encourages believers to take 'righteous risks' for God, using the Biblical example of Moses' faith and courage to challenge the congregation to step out in faith and not waste their potential by playing it safe.
- 14Righteous RiskIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young encourages taking "Righteous Risks" for God, contrasting the safe, fear-driven decisions of life with the boldness required to confront one's giants and embrace God-given opportunities, exemplified by the faith-driven choices of biblical figures like Joshua and Caleb.
- 15All InIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the importance of being 'all in' for God, contrasting the behaviors of those who gamble with God and those who take risks for Him, using the biblical account of Joshua leading the Israelites into the Promised Land as an allegory for full commitment in one's faith journey.
- 16What Would Jesus Say To Tiger Woods?In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young suggests that Jesus would convey unconditional love and forgiveness to Tiger Woods, reminding him and everyone that despite life's temptations and failures, they are loved and offered redemption through faith and a personal relationship with Christ.
- 17What Would Jesus Say To Donald Trump?In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young reflects on the human fascination with celebrities, using this context to explore what Jesus might say to Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for humility, the pitfalls of pride, and the importance of making one's heart available to God's transformative love and grace.
- 18What Would Jesus Say To Joe Rogan?In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young suggests that Jesus would appreciate Joe Rogan's inquisitive nature and love for learning, while also challenging him to open his life to faith, highlighting the balance between evidence and belief in everyday decisions and spiritual truths.
- 19What Would Jesus Say To Joe Biden?In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the spiritual and moral direction of society and posits what Jesus might say to Joe Biden, focusing on the importance of being born again, recognizing divine sovereignty, and living truthfully.
- 20God Will ProvideIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the theme of testing and trusting God through the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac, illustrating how life's challenges and God's tests are meant to strengthen faith, culminating in the reassurance that "God will provide."
- 21Soft-ServeIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the pitfalls of 'Wokeism' as a modern, soft-serve alternative to the substantial truths of the Gospel, urging Christians to adopt a biblical worldview and confront societal issues with a Christ-centric perspective.
- 22Filtering Through A Woke WorldviewIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the contrast between a 'woke' worldview and a Christian worldview, emphasizing the need for a Christ-centric perspective to navigate life's complexities and societal shifts.
- 23Woke-ologyIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the dangers of 'woke-ology' and the importance of a balanced, biblical approach in Christianity, emphasizing the love and holiness of God while cautioning against a superficial, feel-good faith.
- 24The Wolf Of WokeismIn this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed and Lisa Young address the dangers of "wokeism" and emphasize the crucial role of parents in shepherding their children towards a life centered on God's truth and love.
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