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What truly changes when someone becomes a new creation in Christ? Is it just behavior—or is it everything?

In this Milk to Meat episode, we dig into 2 Corinthians 5:17 and unpack what it really means when Scripture says, “the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” We explore how salvation is not merely a moment, but the beginning of a lifelong transformation where God reshapes every part of who we are.

Using the powerful illustration of a master craftsman taking an old, seemingly useless piece of wood and turning it into a work of art, we examine how God works in our lives. The process involves cutting away old, dirty, broken pieces that don’t belong in the final vision. As we surrender more fully to Jesus as Lord, submit to His Word, and grow in our relationship with Him, the old layers of sin and misplaced priorities begin to fall away—and Christ begins to shine through us.

We talk about how what once mattered to us slowly loses its grip, while what matters to God becomes important to us. His dreams become our dreams. His thoughts begin to shape our thinking. This transformation isn’t instantaneous in every area, but as we continue walking closely with the Lord and surrendering our lives to Him, our desires increasingly align with His.

We also discuss how old habits we once felt powerless to break begin to lose their hold as we rely on the Holy Spirit to do the work only He can do. Along the way, our perspective changes—not just how we see ourselves, but how we see others. We develop a love and urgency for the lost.

Finally, we look at the woman at the well in John 4:7–30. Despite her status as a Samaritan woman—considered the lowest in her culture—Jesus meets her right where she is. After encountering Him and having her sin exposed and forgiven, she can’t keep it to herself. Her transformed life compels her to tell others what she has found.

This episode is a deep look at what it means to be made new—and how a real encounter with Jesus always leads to real transformation and a desire to share Him with the world.

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

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

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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