In a previous Daily Thunder series, Nathan began his study of Philippians 4:4–9 and discussed the first few verses on what Paul calls every Christian to think upon. In this conclusion of that series on the Christian mindset, Nathan examines each of the "whatever" statements of Philippians 4:8. In these perilous times, it is essential we, as Christians, have the correct focus and mindset.This is an Ellerslie Live Teaching Series from Nathan Johnson, recorded live in front of an audi...

Far too many Christians are sitting on the doorstep of all that is available in Christ Jesus. They may know there is more, but they’ve yet to enter the doorway to experience it. When they hear the word “Gospel,” they either think of “salvation” or a bunch of information about how we can be forgiven and experience eternal life. But Scripture declares that there is far more to the Gospel!In this series, Nathan Johnson explores different elements of the Gospel, revealing its depth, be...

The wonder of Scripture is that everything points to Jesus Christ — especially the Names of God. Biblically, names are not merely titles we use to address someone; rather, they reveal and point to the character, nature, and attributes of the individual. When God shares one of His Names with us, it showcases who He is and declares the majesty of Christ. In this series, Nathan Johnson examines the Names of God, explains how they help us understand our God more fully, and how each Name ultima...

Jesus Christ is to have first place in all things. This concept of preeminence is essential for every believer and is central to Paul's letter to the Colossians. Join Nathan Johnson in this fourteen-part study examining the book of Colossians and how Jesus is to be first in every aspect and arena of our lives. As a fun bonus, Nathan provides study guides for each lesson to help you learn how to study the Bible for yourself as you walk through this powerful series.This is an Ellersl...

The grand message of the Gospel is that we not only have new life, but that life is Jesus Christ Himself. We are told that Christ is our life (Colossians 3:3–4) and we are to live through Him (1 John 4:9). We are reminded that as Christians, we have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer us who live, but Christ lives in us (Galatians 2:20). In short, our lives are no longer our own, for we were bought with a price, therefore, we should glorify God with our lives (1 Corinthians 6:1...

Idolatry is a central theme in Scripture; yet most of us presume that because we don't bow at the altar of a statue that we are idol-free. The truth is, all of us need God to reveal our heart's greatest longing and for Him to give us clean hands and a pure heart. In this powerful series, Nathan Johnson explores the biblical concepts of idols, altars, and our need to forsake all substitutes to pursue God alone.This is an Ellerslie Live Teaching Series from Nathan Johnson, recorded l...

"A measured and inquisitive speculative mystery with a lyrical soul." - KIRKUSA MYSTERY CAN REQUIRE A SERIES OF OTHERWORLDLY DISCOVERIES... AND THE SPACES BETWEEN ARE WHERE THE GODS DWELL.In the Rim, a forsaken wilderness that abuts a vacuous geographical nightmare that is the Waste, there are no more detectives. Except for Ansel Black. With the help of an evolved artificial intelligence named ANI, Ansel is tasked with solving five anomalous murders, within a world where th...

"Nathan Johnson has captured the essence of true karate-do." -Paul Clifton, Editor, Combat and Traditional KarateKata, the "present movements forming the backbone of all Karate styles", have been a source of endless confusion for the vast majority of karate students. Nathan Johnson, third degree black belt in Karate and fourth degree black belt in Kung fu, gives the reader an ultimate interpretation of how Kata is applied to those Karate ...

What does it mean to be a rebel? 2. Is it always bad to be a rebel? 3. Is this person in this story a good person or a bad influence? 4. Is he a typical rebel, or is he different from what most would perceive as a rebel? To answer these questions, you'll have to read and see! You might be surprised.

Laden with pines and interspersed with lakes and rivers, Pine City has long served as the gateway to Minnesota's Northwoods. Over the years, people have traveled through the area via the river, military road, railroads, and scenic highway. In the 1880s, as people of European decent were settling in, the crux of the community moved from Chengwatana, Ojibwe for "City of Pines," to a location west of there, nearer the rail line, called Pine City. The story begins with the fur trade and takes ...

Touch of Evil, Part 1 is about twin girls who have special powers, due to the Chernobyl accident, battling one another for world dominance. Which will prevail, good or evil? You'll have to read to find out! :)

The idea from this book came in 1992. Until that point in my life, I was under the impression that a rebel was a bully and a menace to society until I realized this doesn't have to be. Why not look at a rebel in a positive light?Is the main character in this story a good or bad influence? I'll let you decide! Hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.I am the author of two books, The Rebel and Touch of Evil. I was born in Irving, TX in 1971, and have lived i...