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Discipleship is costly—but it is also profoundly rewarding. In this Milk to Meat episode, we walk through the life of Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, a man who had everything the world could offer: wealth, power, success, pleasure, and influence. And yet, after experiencing it all, Solomon comes to a sobering conclusion in Ecclesiastes: it was all vanity—striving after wind.

We unpack key passages from Ecclesiastes and the Life of Solomon to see how even the greatest earthly blessings failed to satisfy apart from a right relationship with God. In the end, Solomon reminds us of the true purpose of life: to fear God and keep His commandments.

From there, we talk honestly about the cost of discipleship—what it means to give up the things that pull our hearts away from the Lord—and why that cost will always be present. Through personal story and reflection, we contrast that cost with the far greater reward: contentment, blessing, intimacy with God, and the deep fulfillment our souls are longing for.

We explore why humans are created to worship, why everyone worships something, and why only God can fill the place in our hearts He designed for Himself. As we draw closer to the Lord through Scripture, prayer, and obedience, our priorities begin to align with His—and transformation follows.

We also reflect on those rare believers whose walk with God is so real and so close that you can sense the presence of the Lord just being near them. Their lives testify to what it looks like to deny self, take up the cross, and truly walk as disciples.

If you’ve ever felt the emptiness of “having it all” or wondered if the cost of following Jesus is worth it, this episode points to the clear biblical answer: nothing compares to knowing Him.

Link to devotionals - https://cliffviewchurch.org/devotionals

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “deny yourself, take up your cross daily, and follow Me”?

In this powerful Milk to Meat episode, we dive deep into Luke 9:23–25 to uncover the meaning, context, and true weight of discipleship.

We unpack Jesus’ call to:

• Deny yourself — rejecting self-rule, ego, comfort, and the old life

• Take up your cross daily — a lifestyle of surrender, obedience, and dying to self-will

• Follow Him — aligning your life with Jesus, His mission, and His ways

You’ll learn how:

– Clinging to your own plans leads to spiritual loss

– Surrendering your life to Jesus leads to true life

– No amount of worldly success can save your soul

– The cross isn’t a moment—it’s a daily posture

– Discipleship is costly, but deeply freeing

This episode brings clarity, challenge, and encouragement for anyone serious about spiritual growth and walking as a true disciple of Jesus.

Link to devotionals - https://cliffviewchurch.org/devotionals

Discover the true, biblical meaning of repentance—not as a quick apology, but as a lifelong journey of returning to God. In this Milk to Meat episode, we explore the Hebrew concept of Tishuvah, a joyful and continuous pursuit of coming back to the Father again and again.

Through the story of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–24), we see how repentance requires a turning point, a long walk home, and a heart willing to leave the old life behind. True repentance is not just regret, not a quick fix, and not merely saying “I’m sorry”—it’s a decisive return to God that leads to restoration.

We also discuss why repentance is essential in our relationship with Jesus, especially at salvation, and Travis shares his powerful testimony of living as a prodigal and finding his way back to the Father’s embrace.

If you want a deeper, richer understanding of repentance and spiritual transformation, this episode will guide you from surface-level remorse to true biblical return.

Link to devotionals - https://cliffviewchurch.org/devotionals

What does the Bible really mean when it calls us to repent? In this Milk to Meat episode, we explore the Hebrew word Tishuvah—a transformational process of returning to God through remorse, confession, changed behavior, and making things right.

We examine how repentance worked within Jewish culture, why restitution was essential, and how the New Testament continues this principle through the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19. Learn why tax collectors were despised, why Jesus eating with Zacchaeus shocked the crowd, and how genuine repentance opens the door to fellowship and restoration with God.

If you want a deeper, culturally grounded understanding of repentance, this episode will take you from surface-level apology to true biblical transformation.

Link to 5 Day Devotional - https://cliffviewchurch.org/devotionals

What’s the difference between belief and faith? In this Milk to Meat episode, Travis and Rob unpack how real faith goes beyond intellectual belief and requires trust, obedience, and action. Using stories like Peter walking on water and everyday examples, they challenge listeners to move from simply believing in God to actively trusting Him in real life.

Scriptures: James, Matthew 14, Matthew 17:20, Hebrews 11:6

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What is real faith? In this Milk to Meat episode, Travis and Rob explore faith as “the assurance of things hoped for” and how true faith requires action, obedience, and trusting God beyond what we can see. Using Noah, Abraham, and the resurrection of Jesus, they show what living faith really looks like.

Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1–10, Genesis, Philippians 1:6

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Link to 5 Day Devotional - https://cliffviewchurch.org/devotionals

What does it truly mean to be restored? In this powerful exploration of redemption and restoration, we discover that Jesus didn't just die to save us—He died to restore what sin had broken. From the moment sin entered the world through Adam and Eve, our intimate relationship with God was shattered. But through Christ's willing sacrifice, something miraculous happened: the door to the Father was reopened. John 14:6 reminds us that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and through Him alone we can access that restored relationship. What makes this even more profound is understanding that Jesus wasn't murdered—He willingly laid down His life, fulfilling the Messianic prophecy perfectly. This distinction matters deeply, as it establishes His authority and validates His role as our true Messiah. The restoration we receive isn't just a ticket to heaven; it's an invitation back into the family of God, where we can walk with Him just as Adam and Eve once did in the garden. This week, we're challenged to reflect on our own salvation stories and recognize that our restoration isn't meant to be kept private—it's meant to be shared, bringing others into the knowledge of this life-changing relationship with Christ.

Scriptures: Ephesians 2:8–9, John 14:6, James 2:14–26

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