Real-life transformation begins with God's presence. This podcast invites you to walk closely with God and be changed from the inside out.
Walking Close, Living Changed
Claim This Podcastby Brian Opbroek
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Real-life transformation begins with God's presence. This podcast invites you to walk closely with God and be changed from the inside out.
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1/30/2026
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June 16, 2026
Episode 20: Want to be Great? Stop Being So Grown Up!
<p>In this episode of Walking Close, Living Changed, Brian explores Jesus' teaching that true greatness in God's kingdom comes through becoming like little children. Using Matthew 18, he explains that adults often lose qualities that children naturally possess: wonder, humility, and openness to growth.</p> <p>Brian identifies three common obstacles that prevent believers from experiencing the fullness of God's kingdom mindset and offers three simple prayers that can help restore childlike faith and dependence on God.</p> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Key Topics Discussed</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 18 and becoming like little children</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The true meaning of greatness in God's kingdom</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Childlike faith versus childish behavior</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Wonder and awe as foundations for spiritual growth</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Humility and teachability</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The dangers of pride and self-sufficiency</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Spiritual transformation and new identity</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Growth versus becoming stuck in old patterns</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The kingdom of heaven as a present reality</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Creativity, curiosity, and childlike thinking</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God's desire to continually shape His people</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Relevant Scriptures</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 18:1–5 — Jesus teaches that unless we change and become like little children, we cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 2:43 — A deep sense of awe came over all the believers as they witnessed God at work among them.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">2 Chronicles 16:9 — God searches the earth for hearts that are fully devoted to Him so He can strengthen and support them.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">1 Samuel 15:17 — Saul was chosen when he was humble in his own eyes, but later lost that humility.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">2 Corinthians 5:17 — Anyone who is in Christ is a new creation; the old has gone and the new has come.</p> </li> </ul>
June 9, 2026
Episode 19: Cries That Get Your Father's Attention
<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Walking Close, Living Changed, Brian talks about the kinds of cries that get God's attention as a loving Father. Using the picture of a parent recognizing the different cries of a child, Brian explains that God knows the difference between casual complaints, spiritual hunger, repentance, and deep compassion for others.</p> <p dir="ltr">Through scriptures from Psalms, Matthew, Peter, Job, and the words of Jesus on the cross, Brian shows that God hears His children and responds to cries that come from hunger for Him, a heart ready to change, and compassion for broken people. This episode encourages listeners to cry out to God honestly, trust His Father's heart, and allow Him to respond with nourishment, correction, and transformation.</p> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Key Topics Discussed</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God as a loving Father who hears His children</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The difference between casual cries and desperate cries</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why God responds to brokenhearted prayers</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The cry of spiritual hunger</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Hungering and thirsting for righteousness</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Losing and recovering spiritual appetite</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The cry of repentance</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Repentance as a desire to be changed by God</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The power of a one-degree shift</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The cry of compassion for others</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Relevant Scriptures</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Psalm 34:17–19 — God hears the cries of the righteous, stays close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Psalm 18:6 — David cries out to the Lord in distress, and God hears his voice.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">1 Peter 3:12 — The Lord watches over the righteous and keeps His ears open to their prayers.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 5:6 — Jesus promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">1 Peter 2:2–3 — Believers are called to crave pure spiritual nourishment like newborn babies.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Psalm 42:1–2 — The psalmist describes a deep thirst and longing for the living God.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 7:9–11 — Jesus teaches that the heavenly Father gives good gifts to those who ask Him.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Psalm 51:17 — God does not reject a broken spirit and a contrite heart.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Job 42:10 — God restores Job after he prays for his friends.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 9:36–38 — Jesus is moved with compassion for the crowds and tells His disciples to pray for workers in the harvest.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Luke 23:34 — Jesus prays for forgiveness for the people crucifying Him.</p> </li> </ul>
June 2, 2026
Episode 18: God Can Say The Craziest Things
<p>In this episode of Walking Close, Living Changed, Brian explores the story of Peter's vision in Acts 10 and how God used it to completely reshape Peter's understanding of salvation. Peter initially believed God's message was about food and religious law, but eventually realized God was revealing that the Gospel was meant for all people, not just the Jews.</p> <p>Brian uses this story to teach listeners that God may say unexpected things, challenge long-held beliefs, interrupt traditions, and speak in ways we do not immediately understand.</p> <p>The episode encourages believers to stay spiritually hungry, quiet, open, and willing to listen when God speaks. </p> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Key Topics Discussed</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 10 and Peter's rooftop vision</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Cornelius and the inclusion of the Gentiles</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God challenging religious tradition and assumptions</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Learning to obey God before fully understanding</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Spiritual humility and correction</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God speaking through visions, dreams, Scripture, and life experiences</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The importance of spiritual hunger and quietness</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God's desire for friendship and relationship with people</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Pondering God's direction instead of reacting too quickly</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">God working through seasons and generational shifts</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Gospel being for all people, not just one group</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Spiritual discernment and openness to growth</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Relevant Scriptures</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 10 — Peter's vision and Cornelius' salvation</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 10:9–16 — Peter's rooftop vision of clean and unclean animals</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 10:28 — "God has shown me that I should not call anyone impure or unclean."</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Acts 10:34–35 — God showing no favoritism among nations</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Matthew 5:6 — "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness"</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">John 10:27 — "My sheep hear my voice"</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Daniel 12 — Daniel receiving visions he did not fully understand</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Luke 2:19 — Mary pondering things in her heart</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Romans — Paul revealing New Covenant truths through Old Testament Scripture</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Proverbs 6:6 — "Go to the ant" and learning from creation</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Joel 2:28 / Acts 2:17 — Dreams, visions, and the outpouring of the Spirit</p> </li> </ul>
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