After graduating from seminary, Russ was unsure of God's leading. He and his wife had been discussing the idea of beginning a new ministry geared toward men. Russ opened his Bible up to 2 Samuel 7, where he had left off the prior day. Verse 3 leapt off the page. It read, "Whatever you have in mind, go ahead and do it for the Lord is with you." At that moment, Finding Purpose was born. Russ says that "looking back, I can say that Finding Purpose was God-breathed by His Word." Since that moment in…
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In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ takes us through Hosea chapters 1–2 to explore three important attributes of God: He is a God who speaks, a God who is holy and just, and a God who is merciful. Through the story of Hosea and Israel's rebellion, we are reminded of the serious consequences of choosing disobedience over obedience and death over life. Yet even in judgment,…
Russ begins a journey through the story of Israel, tracing God's plan from Abraham and the formation of the nation through Moses, Joshua, the judges, and the kings. He explores Israel's repeated struggles with obedience, the division of the kingdom, and the spiritual decline that eventually led to the ministry of the prophet Hosea. Along the way, Russ highlights how God's sovereign plan points…
In this powerful message from John 8:12–30, Russ Andrews explores the ongoing battle between light and darkness and what it means when Jesus declares, "I am the Light of the World." Tracing the biblical story from Genesis to the cross, Russ reveals how God's plan has always been to rescue people from spiritual darkness and bring them into His marvelous light. Discover the significance of Jesus'…
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews teaching from Matthew 7 and John 7, he explains that salvation is not about religion, good works, or church attendance it's about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Discover why Jesus is the only way to the Father, the eternal consequences of rejecting Him, and His invitation to all who are spiritually thirsty to come and receive the…
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores John 7:1–24 and asks one of life's most important questions: Do you know God? Through Jesus' teaching at the Feast of Tabernacles, Russ highlights three life-changing benefits of knowing God and walking in obedience to His Word. Discover how God directs the steps of those who trust Him, reveals the truth of Scripture to obedient hearts, and…
What are you truly hungry for? In this message from John 6, Russ Andrews explores Jesus' powerful declaration, "I am the Bread of Life," revealing why the things of this world can never satisfy the deepest needs of the human heart. Discover the difference between religion and a genuine relationship with Christ, the role of faith in salvation, and the eternal hope found only in Jesus. This…
Why does God allow His children to experience suffering? In this message, Russ Andrews examines Jesus walking on the water in John 6 to reveal how God uses life's storms to strengthen our faith, deepen our relationship with Christ, and shape us into His image. Through biblical examples and powerful stories of believers who endured hardship with hope, you'll be encouraged to trust God's purpose…
Is Jesus really more than a carpenter? In this powerful message from John 5:3–47, Russ Andrews examines the compelling evidence for Christ's divinity through the testimony of John the Baptist, Jesus' miracles, God the Father, and the Scriptures themselves. Drawing from the story of apologist Josh McDowell , Russ explores how faith is grounded in evidence, not blind belief. Discover what it means…
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores one of Christianity's most important questions: Who is Jesus really? Drawing from John 5 and the famous argument from C.S. Lewis, Russ examines the evidence that Jesus is either Lord, a liar, or a lunatic and why calling Him merely a great teacher is not an option. Discover how Jesus claimed equality with God, offered eternal life, and…
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews examines the powerful story of the woman at the well from John 4 and asks a sobering question: If you were put on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? Through Scripture and personal testimony, Russ explores how a genuinely transformed life becomes the clearest evidence of saving faith. Discover why true joy is…
