It Doesn't Have to be this Hard, by Mike Nappa

It Doesn't Have to be this Hard, by Mike Nappa

Author: Sky High Podcast Network February 22, 2026 Duration: 16:42

Today, Roberta talks to Mike Nappa about his new book It Doesn't Have to Be This Hard: How We Are Transformed by the Holy Spirit, available from Whitaker House publishers.

WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT ACTUALLY DO?
Award-winning theologian, Mike Nappa, decided to find out.
 
Drawing from an extensive study of 246 direct references to the Holy Spirit in the New Testament, It Doesn't Have to Be This Hard reveals in-depth what God's Spirit does—and what's left for you to do. (Hint: It's not what you think!)
 
In here, you'll discover how the Holy Spirit works in, with, and through you to accomplish His purpose: You'll:

* Find out the eleven specific ways God actively energizes your spiritual experience.
* Learn the five mistakes that make your Christian life much harder than it has to be.
* See what it looks like when the Holy Spirit lives your faith.
* Realize why you never have to walk in the weakness of your own power.
* Experience how the Holy Spirit flaunts Christ through you.

If you want to live your Christian faith with joy, power, and passion, then right here is where your new life begins. Are you ready for that?

Discover the latest Christian books and meet the authors behind them on Author's Corner, where Roberta Foster explores new releases in faith-based publishing. Whether you're seeking Christian novels, inspirational reads, or in-depth book reviews, this podcast is your guide to the newest titles in the Christian literary world.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Ever wonder about the story behind the book sitting on a church library shelf or featured in a magazine? Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian Books pulls up a chair for those conversations. Host Roberta Foster, from KNEO Radio in Neosho, Missouri, brings a warm and thoughtful perspective to each discussion, moving beyond simple summaries to explore the personal journeys and convictions that drive today's Christian writers. This podcast offers a quiet space to hear authors discuss their craft, their faith, and the sometimes surprising paths that led them to publish. You'll listen to genuine dialogue about new works spanning theology, personal spirituality, fiction, and practical living-all through the lens of a vibrant faith. It feels less like a formal interview and more like overhearing a compelling chat between people who care deeply about ideas and storytelling. Produced by the Sky High Podcast Network, each episode is a concise visit into the heart of what motivates contemporary Christian voices, providing listeners with a richer understanding of the books shaping conversations in communities and churches. For anyone curious about the people behind the pages, this series connects the reader to the writer.
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