There were two distinct ways that the kings of the island of Britain dealt with the invading Vikings in the ninth century. The most popular way was to pacify them and give them what they wanted. This was called, “paying the Danegeld”. While the other way involved a great expenditure of energy and strength. It was called “fighting them”. In history, it has been shown time and again, that to pay the Danegeld doesn’t work. In fact, it empowers the invader to come back for more and more and more — until nothing is left. Whereas, the second method, though it be the harder way, actually gets the job done. How are we engaging the Vikings that are attempting to invade our life?

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Our gentleness is to be known to everyone—but gentleness is not what we may think it is … its a willingness to demonstrate love rather than argue and prove yourself right (or to demand your own rights). It is a willingness to overlook offense for the sake of showing someone else mercy and love. It is to go beyond expectations in showing mercy when justice is expected and required. In this study, we explore Philippians 4:5 and discover what it means for us to respond like Jesus in every situation.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/

» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

» Discover more Christ-centered teaching and resources from Nathan Johnson that will help you grow spiritually by checking out his website at: https://deeperchristian.com/

We have a territory to rule and protect. And the decisions we make don’t just impact our own territory but that of the world surrounding us. Like Alfred, if we learn to do this “ruling” thing right, we could change the world.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

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» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

Christians are supposed to have a certain focus of their mind—or, as Paul says, “think on these things.” In this special series, Nathan teaches from Philippians 4:4–8 and discusses what it means not only to have a Christian mindset, but to let it affect every aspect of your life. In this first study, he discusses the biblical aspects of joy and what it means to practically “rejoice always.”

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/

» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

» Discover more Christ-centered teaching and resources from Nathan Johnson that will help you grow spiritually by checking out his website at: https://deeperchristian.com/

In the year 872 the Vegas odds were against Alfred and his future portended hopelessness, yet all these many years later we refer to this guy as Alfred the Great. Why? Because God enjoys proving the oddsmakers wrong. Alfred’s story is remarkable, and ours should be, too.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

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» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

In this episode, Eric and Nathan conclude their mini-series on Ellerslie's vision and how Ellerslie is being improved and expanded in 2027. They also talk about why now is an important time in church history for change, reformation, and revival.

• Learn more about and sign up for Ellerslie's new 1.0 program and discover the foundation for Christian living.
• Learn more about and sign up for Ellerslie's 2.0 program and how you can build a foundation for Christian leading.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

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» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

In this special mini-series, Eric and Nathan meet to discuss Ellerslie's vision and direction moving forward. In this episode, several alumni share the power and impact of Ellerslie 1.0 on their lives and their favorite thing about the program.

Learn more about the Ellerslie 1.0 discipleship training program.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/

» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/

In this special mini-series, Eric and Nathan meet to discuss Ellerslie's vision and direction moving forward.

Ellerslie's main program has been a powerful discipleship training for believers at all stages of their spiritual growth. And while we are going to continue this life-changing program, how is it being changed and improved for this next season of Ellerslie's history? In this episode, Eric and Nathan talk about the Ellerslie classic training (one-week and five-week programs) and what it is becoming starting January 2027.

Learn more about and sign up for Ellerslie's new 1.0 program.

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» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/

» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/

» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily

» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/