1829 Podcast Episode 11

We live in a generation obsessed with becoming better — more disciplined, more productive, more put together. But what if the reason we keep failing isn’t a lack of effort…What if it’s a deeper identity issue?

In this episode, we unpack why New Year’s resolutions often leave us exhausted and discouraged, and how self-help can slowly replace dependence on God. Drawing from John 15, we’re reminded that lasting change doesn’t come from trying harder, but from abiding deeper.

Rather than focusing on what we can achieve, this conversation asks whether our growth is about becoming more impressive—or making much of Jesus. If you’re craving transformation instead of temporary fixes, this episode is for you.