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Closer to Jesus Podcast

Ashley Ennis

81 episodes

1 month ago

Send us a text In the season 2 finale of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how Jesus often surprises us with something far better than we could ever imagine. Using the stories of Mary at the tomb and Thomas after the resurrection, we see how Jesus shows up when we least expect it—turning sorrow into joy, doubt into faith, and death into life. Mary came to the tomb expecting death, but instead, she met the risen Savior. Thomas doubted until he saw the wounds in Jesus’ hands, yet Jesus lovi...

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Send us a text In the season 2 finale of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how Jesus often surprises us with something far better than we could ever imagine. Using the stories of Mary at the tomb and Thomas after the resurrection, we see how Jesus shows up when we least expect it—turning sorrow into joy, doubt into faith, and death into life. Mary came to the tomb expecting death, but instead, she met the risen Savior. Thomas doubted until he saw the wounds in Jesus’ hands, yet Jesus lovi...

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Episodes (20/81)

Closer to Jesus Podcast

When Jesus Surprises You: Finding Faith in the Unexpected | S2 Ep40 (2025)

Send us a text In the season 2 finale of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how Jesus often surprises us with something far better than we could ever imagine. Using the stories of Mary at the tomb and Thomas after the resurrection, we see how Jesus shows up when we least expect it—turning sorrow into joy, doubt into faith, and death into life. Mary came to the tomb expecting death, but instead, she met the risen Savior. Thomas doubted until he saw the wounds in Jesus’ hands, yet Jesus lovi...

1 month ago

13 minutes

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The Woman at the Well: When Jesus Meets You in Your Brokenness | S2 Ep39 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share one of my favorite stories in Scripture—the story of The Woman at the Well (John 4:1–42). She came to draw water, but what she found was so much greater—the living water that would change her life forever. This encounter reveals that Jesus meets us right where we are—at our point of need, in our shame, and in our questions. He doesn’t wait for us to be perfect; He comes to us offering truth, restoration, and purpose. 📖 K...

1 month ago

14 minutes

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The Will of God: Salvation, Purpose, and Winning Souls | S2 Ep38 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 38 of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about one of the most asked questions in the Christian walk: What is the will of God? Scripture makes it clear—the heart of God is first and foremost that every person would be saved and spend eternity with Him. Jesus said in John 6:40: “This is the will of Him that sent me, that everyone who sees the Son and believes on Him may have everlasting life: and I will raise him up at the last day.” God’s will is sa...

1 month ago

14 minutes

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God-Given Grace: The Key to Spiritual Growth and Divine Assistance | S2 Ep37 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about the incredible gift of God’s grace—the very thing that makes spiritual growth possible. Grace is more than a word; it’s divine assistance, strength in weakness, and the difference maker in every part of our lives. Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 9:6–8 that God is able to make all grace abound toward us, giving us sufficiency in all things. James tells us in James 4:1–10 that while the world is filled with strife and...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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Salted with Fire: The Secret to Staying Strong in Faith | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep36 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 36, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share what it means to be salted with fire and how the power of the Cross keeps us strong, humble, and effective in our walk with Christ. Jesus calls us the salt of the earth, but how do we keep from losing our flavor? Through Scripture, we see that staying “salted” means walking in forgiveness, love, and humility—always remembering that the Cross made us all equal: sinners saved by grace. 📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned: ...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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Looking Towards Deliverance | Closer to Jesus with Ashley Ennis: S2 Ep35 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 35 of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we talk about what it means to look up in faith when life pulls you down. Depression, fear, and discouragement all try to keep our eyes lowered, but the Bible gives us a promise: when we lift up our heads, the King of Glory will come in. 📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned: Psalm 24:7–10 – “Lift up your heads… and the King of glory shall come in.” Psalm 3:3–4 – The Lord is the lifter of our heads. Psalm 121:1–2 – “I will lift up...

2 months ago

14 minutes

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How to Stay Focused in Worship | Surrendering Distractions to Jesus | S2 Ep34

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how to overcome distractions and keep your heart centered on Jesus during worship. True worship is more than a song—it’s surrendering every part of our lives to God with our full attention, devotion, and love. From Abraham on the mountain to the throne room in Revelation, we see that worship is holy, powerful, and deeply personal. Yet the enemy wants to cheapen it by filling our minds with worry, busyness, and distraction...

2 months ago

19 minutes

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Unanswered Prayers: Finding Rest While You Wait | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep33 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about one of the hardest parts of our faith journey: unanswered prayers. What do you do when you’ve prayed every prayer you know how to pray, yet the answer still hasn’t come? How do you keep believing when the waiting feels endless? Jesus offers us an invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” In this episode, I share my own testimony of wrestling in p...

2 months ago

21 minutes

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Leading with the Holy Ghost | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep32 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 32, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I talk about what it really means to lead with the Holy Ghost. Leadership isn’t about power or position—it’s about service, wisdom, and being guided by the Spirit for the good of others. The book of Proverbs tells us that knowledge and wisdom preserve and strengthen us, but Jesus shows us that it’s not enough to just know the truth—we must also live it. Through stories of Paul, Cornelius, Peter, and my own testimo...

2 months ago

17 minutes

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The ‘How’ Matters: Moving with Biblical Discretion | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep 31 (2025)

Send us a text Walking with biblical discretion means moving with wisdom, intentionality, and grace, especially when handling sensitive situations or using the gifts God has given us. In season 2, episode 31, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share how Jesus doesn’t just care what we do—He cares how we do it. Through Proverbs, the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4, and stories from Acts, we explore how to respond with the right spirit, make creative Spirit-led decisions, and protect the treas...

3 months ago

14 minutes

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The Faith of Moses: Obedience Over Opportunity | Closer to Jesus S2 Ep30 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we explore how faith-filled decision-making can lead to eternal reward. Drawing from Hebrews 11, we take a deep look at Moses’ courageous choice to align with God's people instead of choosing the comfort of Egyptian royalty. His story challenges us to ask: what are we choosing today? We also examine the stories of Paul and Ananias—men who made bold, risky decisions out of obedience and faith. Like them, we’re called to look beyon...

3 months ago

17 minutes

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Holy Ghost Peace: Finding Strength and Comfort in Hard Times | S2 Ep29 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 29, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I invite you to lean into one of the most powerful promises Jesus gave us: the peace of the Holy Ghost. In a world overwhelmed with noise, distraction, and uncertainty, there is a peace that doesn’t just calm the mind—it anchors the soul. We look at what Jesus told His disciples before the cross, how He kept His word after the resurrection, and what it means for us today to walk in Holy Ghost peace. This peace isn’t temp...

3 months ago

19 minutes

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Simple Solutions to Big Prayers | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep 28 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode we unpack a powerful truth from Joshua’s leadership: sometimes one small step of obedience is all it takes to unlock your next victory. Have you been praying for a breakthrough, yet feel stuck or overwhelmed? What if the solution is simpler than you think? We walk through Joshua 7, when a hidden act of disobedience stopped Israel in its tracks—and how God's clear and practical solution turned defeat into destiny. Through this story, and others like the parting ...

3 months ago

22 minutes

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Using God’s Tools to Defeat the Enemy | Closer to Jesus Podcast: S2 Ep27 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I would like to share a powerful word the Lord gave me in prayer—about the tools He’s already placed in our hands. Sometimes we look at the pieces of our lives and think they don’t fit together. But God doesn’t need perfection—He just needs surrender. From David’s stone to Miriam’s tambourine, from Paul’s prison cell to your own life, God uses what seems ordinary to do the extraordinary. 📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned: Zephani...

4 months ago

16 minutes

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Gold Over Diamonds: Choosing Spiritual Growth Over Promises | S2 Ep26 (2025)

Send us a text In Season 2, Episode 26, of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I share a dream God gave me—and the powerful truth it revealed: sometimes we chase the diamonds (God’s promises) while overlooking the gold (spiritual maturity through relationship). The Lord is calling us deeper—not just into the blessings, but into the refining fire that produces true, lasting transformation. Are you looking for benefits more than you’re seeking His presence? This episode will challenge you to trade sur...

4 months ago

11 minutes

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Boldness and Meekness: Standing Strong with a Quiet Spirit | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep25 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we explore the powerful combination of boldness and meekness in the life of a believer. These aren’t opposites—they’re companions. Boldness doesn’t always shout. Sometimes, it quietly endures, forgives, and follows Jesus when no one else will. I share the story of Daniel in the lions’ den and the incredible example of missionary Elisabeth Elliot—two lives that show us boldness looks different when it's clothed in meekness, humili...

4 months ago

13 minutes

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Compassion: The Heart of Ministry | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep24

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we dive into the true heart of ministry—compassion. Jesus didn’t just notice needs, He was moved by them. And when He was moved, He acted. As His followers, we are called to do the same. Using the parable of the Good Samaritan and the miracle of feeding the multitude, I explore what it means to serve others selflessly and minister through mercy. Ministry isn’t about convenience—it’s about pouring out what we have in love, trustin...

4 months ago

15 minutes

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Jesus the Healer: The Power of His Touch and the Faith to Believe | S2 Ep23 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, we reflect on the gentle, powerful healing touch of Jesus. Whether you're praying for your own healing or interceding for someone you love, this message is for you. Jesus still heals, and His compassion has not changed. We explore intimate moments in Scripture where Jesus touched the sick—and they were made whole. From Peter’s mother-in-law to Jairus’s daughter, every healing was personal, intentional, and complete. 📖 Key Script...

4 months ago

14 minutes

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Walking in New Mercies: The Power of Poured-Out Worship | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep22 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I want to speak directly to your heart with a word I believe is from the Lord: “You’ve gained more than you’ve lost.” If you’re feeling tired, discouraged, or questioning the value of what you’ve poured out, Jesus wants to meet you in the wrestle and remind you—His mercy is still new, and His view of you hasn’t changed. We explore what it looks like to serve, give, and love—even when others don’t understand. Through the story of ...

5 months ago

19 minutes

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Seedtime & Harvest: Ministry in Motion with Philip Tolman | Closer to Jesus Podcast S2 Ep21 (2025)

Send us a text In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I’m joined by missionary and teacher Philip Tolman for a rich conversation about what it means to plant seeds of the Gospel and trust God for the harvest. From the mountains of Mexico to the heart of discipleship, Philip shares his story of being called to missions, building churches, raising up leaders, and walking in supernatural peace. We discuss how seedtime and harvest isn’t just about giving—it’s about pouring your life out ...

5 months ago

30 minutes