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“I find it very irritating that you don’t explain what a practice is and then describe it. Instead you circle around it! That’s distracting and it’s hard to stay focused on your content.”
Blanca V via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“Can’t wait for each new episode!!”
Sue (and Bob) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/23
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“These podcasts are wonderful for starting my day focused on what matters. They caused me to reevaluate my walk with the Lord and with people. Plus, I really love to listen to the speaker, James Bryan Smith.”
Kookooevo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/23
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“I came across this podcast - not sure how. I have listened to almost all. Excellent discussions of living by grace through the indwelling Christ”
petermk65 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/30/22
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“Wonderful perspective and great content. Talking about God and discipleship and thinking correctly.
“Mind, discipleship” at its most pleasant”
KingsKid50 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/22
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“I love how you take current stories and intertwine them the Bible! So great!”
blome123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/22
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“This podcast is so inspiring. It fills up my tank. Thank you for this.”
Syd.Vicious via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/23/22
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“This is an excellent conversation about hope, realism, and self-care in dealing with the pandemic and other challenges.”
bro#john via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/21
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“Thank you brother Jim for doing Gods holy work! I binged on all of your episodes 😅😅 I think it took me a couple months😆
It has truly been a blessing in my life!
Thanks again for being our things above accountability partner!
God bless!”
vanesanunez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/21
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“I love hearing these thoughts, which help me set my mind on things above. It stirs my thinking and helps me focus on Christ. Thanks for sharing regularly!”
nelsonjj1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/21
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“I love these podcasts, they expand my thinking about God and life, while still being biblically-based. Some humour, some stories and some good thoughts to get my day going, the perfect length for my short commute.”
dragonfly2657 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/23/20
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“I’ve been listening since the beginning and I get so much from it. I recommend it regularly to my counseling clients and they get so much help from it. Thank you!”
CounselorChuck via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/20
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“I found this podcast a couple of years ago at the beginning. I have come back again and again because I find that my thoughts often drift to places of anxiety and fear, and James Bryan Smith is such a great guide towards the good and beautiful. Thank you for serving, Jim!”
AmandolinG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/20
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“I love everything about this podcast. My relationship with Jesus grows after listening to each one.”
ewabarbara via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/30/20
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“I came upon this podcast from a recommendation in a another podcast and I haven’t stopped listening since starting with the pilot episode. Starting my mornings off with truth and a sort of “mini message” has changed my day to day life as I am more filled with the Spirit and learning to think of...”Read full review »
Landrie E via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/28/20
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“This podcast is so encouraging! I love how thoughtful each episode is 🙂”
mrs.hiebert via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/12/20
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“Thank you for having Natasha Sistrunk Robinson on your podcast! I had not heard of her before and absolutely loved her. One of the most important interviews you’ve ever done! It was a spot on Things Above Podcast. I can’t wait to go out and buy her book.”
Jill219 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/20
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“Both my wife and I love this podcast, also, did I mention that both my wife and I love this podcast? We often listen together..love setting our minds on Christ, and things above.
James Brian Smith, love the way you speak, your choice of words, pausing at just the right places..so easy to listen...”Read full review »
Than i may know Him via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/19
“This podcast is the greatest tool outside the Bible for affirming Gods truth and helping those truths sink deep in your heart. So grateful to Emily P Freeman for recommending it! A couple foundational ones that took my breath away are The Finality of the Cross , Eternal Life Now and God’s...”Read full review »
Bonbon Freeze via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/09/19
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“I love the short, powerful content of this podcast, but I have to admit that I’m so completely distracted by the host’s constant lip-smacking and what appears to be perpetual dry mouth. I realize how petty that sounds but it’s SO distracting it’s hard to focus on the content. Please drink some...”Read full review »
Tfayter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/19
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“This podcast has been a great source of comfort, encouragement, and faithful witness to the goodness and care of God during a very difficult season of my life. I look for this podcast each week in eager anticipation. Thanks to the Apprentice Institute and to Jim Smith for reminding me and...”Read full review »
difficult discipleship via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/19
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“I stumbled upon this podcast the very first week it aired and haven’t missed an episode. The content is thought-provoking, enlightening, and inspirational, and I enjoy the overall format and quality. I’m grateful that Jim shares his wisdom in a podcast and that these messages have strengthened...”Read full review »
Tmbellah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/19
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“Jim has a wealth of knowledge and understanding, yet communicates in an easy and free manner that is easy to receive. Podcast is well produced with no technical issues to distract. Consistently good stuff, week after week.”
Dajudge163 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/19
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“Simple truth and overwhelming powerful. Thank you!”
kimmilove74 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/19
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“I love this podcast. It always gives me food for thought - but most important it reminds me to keep my focus on Christ in all my daily living. Thank you.”
Lucina Hallagan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/19
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“Thank you for this wonderful message. It delivers grace and peace to the soul.”
saguaro84 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/19
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“Whenever I need to centre myself in God’s word I tune into the Things Above Podcast and I am never disappointed. I like the length, not too long, and wise teaching. Occasional guests make a nice variety and always well chosen. It’s been a great discovery for me”
Debbie Buckmaster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/19
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“Short, sweet, and dense with helpful truth.”
justindigby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/19
“for me this podcast has been such a gift. I have listened and been connected back to Jesus in just about every single podcast. I can’t imagine not having this podcast around now for me to go to to learn to think differently and be exposed to different ideas. I love the thoughtfulness and...”Read full review »
Sherylt55 via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
02/08/19
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“I love this podcast! I only wish it was a daily reflection instead of weekly. James’s voice is perfectly suited for this type of thing. It’s so gentle and engaging that it’s easy to melt into the thoughts he’s inviting us to consider. Keep it up!”
jessicaversteeg via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/25/19
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“Jim has a great voice for a podcast. And his desire for this podcast is to help his listeners reflect on ‘things above’ as Paul encouraged us in Colossians 3:1-2.
Jim certainly gives you plenty to reflect on and in that regard achieves his goal of having his listeners reflect on ‘things above’”
Ianacho via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/10/18
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“Highly recommended!”
16violets via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/18
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“This podcast is where I heard the term “mind discipleship” for the first time and I immediately loved it! Each episode truly lives up to the name of the show: listeners are given thoughts from above, thoughts from a loving God for His beloved Church.
These episodes are the perfect length of time...”Read full review »
Sara.reads via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
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“I have listened to every episode and wish you had a daily podcast! I love your subject and content. Keep going!!!”
MotownMario602 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/18
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“I have been fortunate to have Dr. Smith in college, and enjoyed attending The Apprentice Gathering. This podcast gives me the opportunity to hear Jim’s wisdom and helps me remember “I am one in whom Christ dwells and delights” This podcast is a must download!”
caspianxi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/18
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“I am officially addicted to Things Above and look forward to it each week. Weary souls need refreshing and that is exactly what James B Smith brings to his listeners. It is deep, rich, soul quenching and short. So blessed by this weekly podcast.”
GinaFran via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/18
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“Just discovered this podcast after seeing an interview with Emily Freeman. Really good stuff! I am looking forward to hearing more!”
Sallyjfreedman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/18
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“I’m grateful for James Bryan Smith’s writing and delighted to discover his podcast. Thank you!”
Tamara Hill Murphy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/18
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“This podcast is simple and yet profound, for me it give me mental nuggets that feed my soul. Great work!”
Owl life via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/18
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“So thankful for your podcasts! I can get filled up on my commute to work! I was searching for a faith based one but I hadn’t found one that fit until now.”
Good job 100 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/18
“I fell into this weekly Podcast after hearing about it on the Renovare podcast and have been listening to it weekly ever since. Each episode feels like I’m sitting with a spiritual director. You don’t want to miss this one!”
KatherineZee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/18
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“Short positive encouraging messages of grace and truth! Thank you!”
Phdesigns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/18
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“Short enough to listen on my walk to get kids from school, but leaves me pondering the rest of the day. Full of deep, meaningful truth about God.
Quickly becoming my favorite, go-to podcast.”
DebbySheldon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/18
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“Thank You for such words of hope and restoration.”
okhuffman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/18
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“This podcast is a great note of encouragement for each week. There are so many things to worry about, it's wonderful to have a voice giving us something that is life-giving. Definitely a do not miss podcast!!!!”Read full review »
adriannemanson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/18
“This is perfect for anyone interested in spiritual formation.”
shawnteezie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/18
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“James Bryan Smith delivers deep truths about the Christian faith in a way that shapes my identity in Christ and helps me set me mind on things above. I love the format and length of the podcast too. I will definitely share this with my friends!”
Apprentice of Jesus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/18
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“This is my absolute favorite weekly podcast! James Bryan Smith's insights are so deep yet so uplifting. I find we frequently set our minds on the problems of this world - and that creates anxiety, fear, worry, anger, etc. This podcast helps me re-calibrate my mind, and I give thought to...”Read full review »
Rockman321 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/18
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