Podcasts about Verse

In this episode of the BiggerPocketsMoney podcast, Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench host Ryan Sterling, CEO of NerdWallet Wealth Partners, to discuss the nuances of different financial advisor compensation structures. Whether you're planning your financial future or evaluating advisors, understanding these models can help you make informed decisions that align with your goals. This Episode Covers: The core differences between flat fee and assets under management (AUM) fee models How transparency and client mindset influence fee preferences The conflicts of interest inherent in AUM and commission-based models When AUM fees may be more appropriate for high-net-worth clients Practical scenarios demonstrating long-term cost implications of each model The evolving landscape of flat fee financial planning and industry fee compression Ryan's insights on selecting quality advisors and the importance of credentials like CFP How fee structure impacts client behavior, trust, and long-term financial outcomes To go beyond the podcast: Kick start your financial independence journey with our FREE financial resources Subscribe on YouTube for even more content Connect with us on social media to join the other BiggerPockets Money listeners Connect with Ryan Sterling:  LinkedIn NerdWallet Wealth Partners We believe financial independence is attainable for anyone no matter when or where you're starting. Let's get your financial house in order! NerdWallet Wealth Partners, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training and nothing contained herein should be construed as investment advice. NerdWallet Wealth Partners does not guarantee investment results and does not provide tax or legal advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People use Jesus' reply to Pilot, "My kingdom is not of this world" to claim we should have nothing to do with the world, specifically politics and culture. We're about saving souls and such. I seek to disabuse Pietistic Christians of this notion in this episode. We're not to escape the world but to transform it in obedience to the Great Commission. https://mikedvirgilio.com/

Mark Winner discusses 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10—“The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power, signs, and lying wonders, and with all unrighteous deception among those who perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth, that they might be saved.”

Mother: the word itself evokes warmth and gratitude. In Islam, respecting and valuing our parents is a virtuous act, vital for spiritual growth. Let's celebrate their sacrifices, embrace their wisdom, and understand why our beloved Prophet taught that paradise lies at their feet.

1 Peter 1:6-7Maturity is a life-long process, and it's often through times of testing we mature the most. Some people never get it.

How do you pray God's will—without trying to control the outcome? In this episode, we break down what Scripture actually teaches about the will of God and how to pray in alignment with His truth and character. Learn the difference between bold, biblical prayer and self-centered or "manifesting" language, and discover how God's will is revealed through His Word—not guesswork. If you're a woman seeking clarity, confidence, and depth in your prayer life, this teaching will help you pray with boldness, humility, and trust. In this episode, we examine: ✓ What is the will of God? (Romans 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Micah 6:8) ✓ How to discern God's will through a renewed mind ✓ The difference between praying boldly and praying selfishly ✓ Why God doesn't always give us a "blueprint" for decisions ✓ How to pray freely without fear of getting it "wrong" ✓ Biblical prayer vs. manifestation theology

Si quieres verte y sentirte bien bajando esos kilos de más que te están sobrando, lo mejor que debes hacer es seguir las recomendaciones médicas. Mantente al día con los últimos de 'El Bueno, la Mala y el Feo'. ¡Suscríbete para no perderte ningún episodio!Ayúdanos a crecer dejándonos un review ¡Tu opinión es muy importante para nosotros!¿Conoces a alguien que amaría este episodio? ¡Compárteselo por WhatsApp, por texto, por Facebook, y ayúdanos a correr la voz!Escúchanos en Uforia App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, y el canal de YouTube de Uforia Podcasts, o donde sea que escuchas tus podcasts.'El Bueno, la Mala y el Feo' es un podcast de Uforia Podcasts, la plataforma de audio de TelevisaUnivision.

When we read the Bible, do we read verses in context—or do we pull a verse, make it about ourselves, and miss what God was actually saying? That happens more often than we realize. But part of growing in our faith is learning how to read Scripture the way it was meant to be read. Today, as we continue in Romans 9—a very controversial chapter—we'll see why context truly matters.

When we read the Bible, do we read verses in context—or do we pull a verse, make it about ourselves, and miss what God was actually saying? That happens more often than we realize. But part of growing in our faith is learning how to read Scripture the way it was meant to be read. Today, as we continue in Romans 9—a very controversial chapter—we'll see why context truly matters.

Verse by Verse Bible Study on www.thecloudchurch.org through the book of 2 Timothy, covering chapter 2 and verses three to six.

Jim Franks discusses Matthew 16:18—“And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.”

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Pentecost is a feast rooted in trust.Celebrated fifty days after Firstfruits, Pentecost was Israel's annual pause to remember that every good thing, from gathered grain to God's guiding Word, comes from His generous hand.In this episode, Angie continues the Gather series with Acts 2:1 and explores how the Feast of Pentecost teaches us to notice God's provision, receive His instruction, and rest in the truth that He is both the One who supplies and the One who guides. What you'll hear in this week's episodeHow Pentecost celebrated the completion of the harvest and reminded Israel of God's dependable provisionWhy the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai became intertwined with this feast as a moment of spiritual formation and covenantThe meaning behind the two loaves and how they symbolized fullness, gratitude, and the wide welcome of God's careA personal story from Angie's college years revealing God's right-on-time provision and how it has shaped her trust ever sinceA common lie we face—God isn't taking care of you—and the truth of Psalm 121 ResourcesJewish Feasts & Festivals (Free Guide) — A simple overview of each biblical feast: what it meant then, how it points to Jesus, and why these rhythms still anchor our worship today.Download the guide: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/feastsGather (SOU Study) — A 14-week journey inside Steady On University exploring worship, community, and the sacred patterns that steady our lives.Learn more: https://livesteadyon.com/steady-on-university/Step By Step Starter Kit (Free) — A two-part masterclass + downloadable workbook teaching the Step By Step method Angie uses in every study episode. Includes the Winter Study Guide for the Gather series.Get your Starter Kit: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/starter-kit-winter-26 Verse of the WeekWhen the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place.Acts 2:1 (ESV) Connect with Angie & Steady On: http://www.livesteadyon.com Theme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

What if worship doesn't require more time, better routines, or a different schedule?So many of us long to worship God faithfully, but everyday life feels full, busy, and ordinary. Laundry piles up. Work demands attention. Schedules move quickly. And worship can start to feel like something reserved for special moments instead of lived throughout the week.In this episode, Angie explores how worship can be woven into the mundane moments of everyday life. Rooted in Colossians 3:17, this conversation invites us to notice how ordinary activities can gently prompt our awareness of God's provision, care, renewal, presence, and calling right where we already are. What you'll hear in this week's episodeWhy worship doesn't have to be added to our lives, but can be noticed within themHow everyday activities can become prompts for worship rather than distractions from itFive simple categories that help us recognize God's work in ordinary moments:How Colossians 3:17 expands our understanding of worship beyond sacred spacesPersonal reflections on finding worship in routines like cleaning, resting, traveling, and daily work ResourcesStep By Step Starter Kit (Free)A two-part masterclass + downloadable workbook teaching the Step By Step Bible study method Angie uses throughout the Understand Your Bible podcast.Get your Starter Kit: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/starter-kit-winter-26Gather (SOU Study)A 14-week journey inside Steady On University exploring worship, community, and the sacred patterns God uses to form His people.Learn more: https://livesteadyon.com/steady-on-university/Verse of the Week“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”Colossians 3:17 (NIV) Connect with Angie & Steady On: http://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

In this episode Rabbi Fohrman puts the bitter herbs - maror - under a microscope. Why do we need to hold onto a reminder of our slavery, during a Passover seder that represents freedom? Drawing from a principle of teshuvah - repentance, our hosts carve out an incredible principle in human psychology and what it takes to heal from trauma.Can't Skip the Bitter (to Get to the Sweet)(Verse 1) In Egypt the bread held the taste of our tears Sourdough—you couldn't tell where it stopped The sourness baked into four hundred years Until the whole batch was bitter and lockedBut God didn't hand us the honey that night Didn't say: forget it, here's something new He gave us flat bread with bitter alongside— Separated. Still there. Still true.(Chorus) You can't skip the bitter to get to the sweet You can't leave the sorrow behind The only way forward is going back through it One morning at a time(Verse 2) The manna came later, the honey came slow Forty years of daily bread Each day God was asking: do you believe now that you're more than the tears that you've shed?And every spring we sit down at the table Flat bread and bitter, side by side Not because we're still slaves—because we remember What it took to come back alive(Chorus) You can't skip the bitter to get to the sweet You can't leave the sorrow behind The only way forward is going back through itOne morning at a time(Bridge) Each day the same question fallingLike bread upon the ground:Are you more than what was done to you?Are you more than what you've done?(Verse 3) Two families broken, made into one He said: leave the past where it liesBuild something new now, the future's begun But nobody asked who we were before the goodbyesAnd forty years later I knocked on her door I said there's something I never did right I never once asked you to tell me the story Of who held your hand through the long, long night(Chorus) Tell me about your mother What was it like when she was yours? Tell me about your mother I should have asked you this beforeYou can't skip the bitter to get to the sweet You can't leave the sorrow behind The only way forward is going back through it And that's what I'm doing this timeYou can also listen to this song on Youtube and Spotify.We love to hear from you! Click here to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and reactions by voice note, or send us an email at info@alephbeta.org. A Book Like No Other is a product of Aleph Beta, and made possible through the generous support of Shari and Nathan Lindenbaum. Aleph Beta is a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide.

Verse by Verse Bible Study on www.thecloudchurch.org through the book of 2 Timothy, covering chapter 1 and verses twelve to eighteen.

If you're paying attention, a child will often tip you off very early as to what to expect from them later on in life. I've got movies of our daughter, and she was about five or six, maybe, singing for us using a spoon - a big wooden spoon - as a microphone and standing on something in the living room as a stage. Well, over the years, she's done singing, and a lot of speaking. It was really no great shock; we saw the first hints of that when she was little. When our son was five, he was tying our house together with string very imaginatively. I'd walk in, I'd open the back door, and it would open the drawer of my dresser in the bedroom. He had everything tied together. At the age of 13 he was the technician of the house, who loved to figure out how things work, how to take them apart, how to put them together, I hope - how to solve problems. You know what? He grew up to be a great planner and a very creative ministry technician. There's a pattern...a connective line from the past into the future in the life of every child; my child and God's child. In fact, that's true of you too. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "The Leading of a Lifetime." Now, our word for today from the Word of God comes from Psalm 37. I'm going to begin reading in verse 4, "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this." Verse 23 says, "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he delights in His way." Don't you get the feeling as you hear about how God is leading in these passages that His leading in our lives is a consistent, long-term pattern - not just some sudden departure. God usually leads in a straight line. He doesn't just go "boing" off on some tangent. It's a straight line from what He's been doing in your past, into the present, and consistently into your future. Now, maybe you're at one of those crossroads right now. It's decision time; you've got a major choice to make. Well, one guideline in determining what God wants for the future is to see where He's been leading you and how He's been leading you in the past. For example, here it talks about Him giving you the desires of your heart. Could you trust your desires in this decision? Well, if you've kept the first part of the verse you can. "Delight yourself in the Lord." Have you been, over the last months and years, having daily time with Him, where you're just enjoying Him? Then it says, "Commit your way to the Lord." I wonder if you've said to Him over and over again about this area of your life, "Lord, anything goes. Whatever You say is okay." I'm committing to obey you, sight unseen. I don't know what it is but I will follow You. You're not giving Him a contract to sign; you're giving Him a blank piece of paper that you've already signed. Well, with those understandings when you're trying to decide, look at those desires you've felt for a long time, especially the ones you've felt when you've been close to Him. Not just things you've felt for a few days. And if they line up with God's Word and with good counsel, and with the facts, those desires are probably God-planted. Now, keep a spiritual diary of what He says to you through the Bible. I've been doing that for years. I'm so glad I've got that. Don't make a major decision based on one verse, but look at the things God has been saying to you over and over. Look for the pattern. God's will for tomorrow will pull together all He's been doing in your life up until now: the experiences, the fulfilling achievements, the talents, the desires, the themes that He's unfolded to you in His Word. So before you look ahead, look back at God's pattern in your life. His will is the natural next step of following Him daily up until now. He's leading you in a straight line. So, don't just grab the impulse of a moment. Look for the leading of a lifetime.

Erik Jones discusses Ephesians 4:28—“Let him who stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working with his hands what is good, that he may have something to give him who has need.”

New year, new recommendations! First, Ben and Daniel Chin suppress their rage and bloodlust long enough to discuss the sequel to '28 Years Later,' focusing on the franchise's unpredictable appeal, what makes the new movie so special, and (in a clearly indicated closing spoiler section) what they'd be excited to see in the final film of the trilogy. After that, other Ringer-Verse hosts, friends, and listeners salute unsung releases to cap off another monthly roundup of fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode.Host: Ben LindberghGuests: Daniel Chin, Steve Ahlman, Arjuna Ramgopowell, Devon Renaldo, and Matt JamesSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verse by Verse Bible Study on www.thecloudchurch.org through the book of 2 Timothy, covering chapter 1 and verses twelve to eighteen.

Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter Seven and Verse Forty Eight

Verse by Verse Bible Study on www.thecloudchurch.org through the book of 2 Timothy, covering chapter 1 and verses eight to eleven.

Dig-A-Bit is a weekly mini Bible study with Cindy Colley. It supplements the Digging Deep Bible study for women. For more information about the Digging Deep Bible Study for Women, visit TheColleyHouse.org. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Ephesians 3:20-21 LINKS: God of More Song God of More Song Lyrics PDF Transcript for this Podcast Digging Deep in God’s Word Bible Study for Women Bless Your Heart Blog West Huntsville church of Christ at Providence RESOURCES: The Colley House Music: “Podcast” by JD Sound at audiojungle.net

Kendrick Diaz discusses 1 Peter 4:12-13—“Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy.”

Ever wondered which small acts of kindness can shower you with Allah's immense blessings? Today, we tell you about one of the shortest ways to Paradise mentioned in many verses of the Quran. Islam places great emphasis on this virtue, promising peace and prosperity in return.

Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter Seven and Verse Forty Seven

01. Genesi - Expanse 02. Hardcopy, Mike Ferullo - Here One Again 03. Goom Gum - Future Folk 04. Boris Brejcha, Frieder & Jakob - 100 05. Moguai - Ready Steady Go 06. Lost Capital, Coca Cabana, Steampvnk - The Ship 07. Yves V, Chester Young, Tommy Veanud - One Of A Kind 08. Jay Robinson, Scrufizzer - PRT 09. Adam Sellouk - Dance Machine 10. Hugel, Randoree - Work That Body 11. Chapter & Verse - 4 Minutes 12. Gabss - Bad Bitches 13. Laidback Luke - Now That We Found Love 14. Hatiras - Bad Mon Sound 15. Esse - Work It 16. Jack Orley - Don't Let Me Go 17. Fcukers - L.U.C.K.Y 18. Fedde Le Grand, Joyse - Keep it Moving 19. Wh0 - The Funk 20. Jake Silva - Groove 21. Control Room, Dashi - What's Your Motive 22. Cosmic Gate, Cmd_Ctrl - Need A Little Love 23. Retrovision, Landis, Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag 24. Valy Mo, Sebastian Park - Rule The World 25. Adriatique, Yubik, Vincent Vossen - Never Alone 26. Dj Varda - Fallin Love 27. Claptone, Hannah Boleyn - Black & Gold 28. Jack Wins, Joe Stone, Jake Tarry - Light Up My Life 29. Nimino - Rest Easy 30. Sungyoo - Move To The Rhythm 31. Kream, Jem Cooke - Blue Symphony 32. Essel, Navos - Steel Drums 33. Benny Benassi, Tobias Gerard - Discoteka 34. Anyma, Ejae - Out Of My Body 35. Jaden Bojsen - Move Your Feet 36. Schillist, Medun - Back To Love 37. Sikdope, The Melody Men - Mic Drop 38. Marten Horger - No Matter

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Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter Seven and Verse Forty Six

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Tom Clark discusses Luke 10:20—“Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rather rejoice because your names are written in heaven.”

When Believers Don't See Eye to EyeDisagreement among Christians can feel unsettling, especially when it stirs old wounds or makes us question our place in community.In this episode, Angie shares a personal story from her early ministry years and turns to Acts 15 to explore how God met the early church in a moment of deep tension.Whether you're walking through a disagreement right now or carrying tender memories from the past, this conversation will meet you gently and remind you that God is present even in the places we'd rather avoid. What You'll Hear in This EpisodeAngie's personal story of navigating disagreement in her first pastorate and how the Holy Spirit steadied herWhy Acts 15 (“The Circumcision Decision”) is one of Scripture's most honest, hope-filled pictures of conflict in Christian communityThe three invitations God offers when believers disagree:discernment, formation, and reflectionWhy conflict doesn't have to be a threat to unity but can actually become a place of spiritual maturityA fresh look at Romans 12:18 and what it really means to “live at peace… as far as it depends on you”Gentle encouragement for anyone who feels misunderstood, weary, or wary of church community ResourcesWhen Church Hurts: 5 Common Struggles and How Scripture Helps Us HealThis free companion resource will help you process spiritual wounds with truth and tenderness.Download here: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/churchhurtStep By Step Starter KitThis free resource gives you simple, gentle tools to hear God's voice more clearly in His Word — especially helpful in seasons of emotional or relational strain.Get your Starter Kit: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/starter-kit-winter-26 Verse of the WeekIf it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18 (NIV) Connect with Angie and Steady On: http://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

Step into an atmosphere of elegance, intrigue, and just a hint of the macabre.This week on The Scary Spirits Podcast, we honor what would have been Sharon Tate's 83rd birthday on January 24th with a spellbinding look at the 1966 supernatural thriller Eye of the Devil (also known as 13). In true celebratory fashion, your ever‑spirited hosts Karen and Greg guide you through the film's shadowy corridors—complete with aristocratic secrets, eerie rituals, and Tate's mesmerizing performance—while sipping a specially crafted, devilishly tempting cocktail: the “Devilish Delight.” Join us for an episode brimming with cinematic nostalgia, atmospheric storytelling, and the sort of refined yet playful charm one might enjoy over a late evening drink in a candlelit manor. Tune in, raise a glass, and indulge in a deliciously haunting celebration of Sharon Tate's timeless legacy. Devilish Delight Cocktail • 30 ml vodka• 30 ml amaretto• 30 ml cranberry juice• 10 ml orange juice• 190 ml ice Instructions: Pack ice into glass. Add all ingredients in shaker. Dry shake without ice. Pour over glass over ice. Revitalizing Source: adultbar.com.au A Brief Synopsis: A French winegrower returns to Bordeaux with his wife and family to face ritual sacrifice for another bad year. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Karen gives us a history of Marie Antoinette. We learn about the board game “Scrabble”. Do you know what a parapet is? Greg makes a references to Dokken and Marillion songs. Dr Karen tells us about the belladonna plant and its uses. Our rating of the film: This movie was OK. It took us 3 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Subscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktails Follow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.

In Chapter 4, Verse 38, Shri Krishna reveals the power of true knowledge, teaching that only knowledge of the Spirit can purify us and dissolve ignorance about who we are and what life is. By prioritizing self-development, we shift from "doing" for joy to "Being" Joy, allowing understanding to arise naturally.➡️ To maximize your experience of this season, we encourage you to request your FREE copy of the Essential Love eBook. Incorporating accessible translations and practical application, the eBook accompanies each episode with additional ways to learn, synthesize, and reflect on key insights.

In this episode of the Teach Different podcast, Steve, Jarvis, Bully, and Tr33 engage in a deep discussion about the quote from Romans 12:21, “Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” They explore personal experiences, the nature of good and evil, and the importance of intentions behind actions. The conversation touches on community activism, the role of leadership, and the challenges of modeling positive behavior for the next generation. The participants share their insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the impact of choices in overcoming negativity.  Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Discussion on Romans 12:21 02:25 - Teach Different Developments and Updates 04:52 - Personal Stories and Spiritual Reflections 07:33 - The Impact of Evil and Good in Society 10:02 - Cultural Perspectives on Good and Evil 12:57 - Choosing Your Hard and Life Lessons 15:54 - Role Models and Community Influence 18:47 - Counterclaims and Perspectives on Evil 29:32 - Standing Your Ground with Integrity 31:43 - Choosing Battles Wisely 33:28 - The Complexity of Self-Defense 37:34 - Intentions Behind Actions 39:59 - The Role of Good in Evil Actions 47:47 - The Dilemma of Protecting the Oppressor Image Source: Jim Burklo, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons  

Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter Seven and Verse Forty Five

I was just in Davis over the last few days and had the opportunity to be with the devotees there in the ashram. We were spending some good time chanting japa from early in the morning till later in the morning. I had several discussions, especially with Devavrata Prabhu, who especially likes japa. It's always nice to be around somebody who specializes in such things; he thinks about it, he chants a lot, and he is very dedicated to it—as are all the residents of the ashram there in Davis. He told me something when we were discussing it that I found quite useful in my chanting of japa. Should I share it with you? He's not here, right? Okay, that makes it more opportune. It's simple, but very helpful. He said the way he thinks about chanting japa—and something he had heard from somebody he knows who's attached to chanting japa—is: "Just chant and let the sound vibration touch your ears in a very sweet way." Say the name and let the name touch your ears in a very sweet way. If you think about that, it's simple enough. You don't become too absorbed in the mechanics of meditation, but you just think of chanting sweetly, which means thinking of Krishna as the sweetest of the sweet. When I first got an iPhone, I tried out the feature in which you say something and then it prints the text back. Now, of course, it seems commonplace, back then it was a novelty. I said, "Haribol!" was the first thing I told my phone, and it translated it as "Honey bowl." I thought, "That's pretty good. This is a very deep phone." It means that chanting is very sweet; it's like a honey bowl. So, if you think of "Haribol" as "Honey bowl," and you chant sweetly—let the sound touch your ears sweetly—you don't have to do much else because: nāmnām akāri bahudhā nija-sarva-śaktis tatrārpitā niyamitaḥ smaraṇe na kālaḥ etādṛśī tava kṛpā bhagavan mamāpi durdaivam īdṛśam ihājani nānurāgaḥ (Śikṣāṣṭaka, Verse 2) There's a way in which Krishna is already sweet. You don't have to conjure sweetness; He just is sweet. Just like a honey bowl, you don't have to make it any sweeter. You don't need stevia or sugar; you just take it. Lord Caitanya said Krishna's names have His natural potencies, which are madhuraṁ madhuraṁ madhuram—sweet, sweet, sweet. So, just let that be the mode and keep letting it hit your ear. Just let it hit your ear and don't worry about any mechanics other than that. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #makejapagreatagain #mantrameditation #chantharekrishnaandbehappy #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconn

Now with 100% more consternation! Or less. Not sure where we landed on consternation. Steph Lau has gotten some good experiences over the years. Some published, some TBD. But at least we have thus far been graced with ABOMINABLE SNOW DANCER, and will be graced with MEDUSA'S PET ROCK later this year! And more to come! Steph, you'll have to come back on so we can talk more about pancakes and pastries.    _________   This episode's book reviews:  THE CAVE DOWNWIND OF THE CAFE by Mikey Please DESERT QUEEN by Jyoti Rajan Gopal, illustrated by Svabhu Kohli   The artwork for You May Contribute a Verse features our quokka mascot, Versey, and was generously created by the great Maddie Frost! Find her on IG @hellomaddiefrost or on her website Maddie-Frost.com    Our theme music is So Happy by Scott Holmes. You can find more of his music at scottholmesmusic.com     Love the podcast and wanna support more episodes like this? Find Community Shoutouts, Merch and our Patreon here!!    Find us on Bluesky @joshmonkwords, @brennajeanneret, and @jonseym0ur and as always, let us know what you think via a rating, review, or comment!

Today's class is a study of Ephesians 5:21-33. A group of verses that are controversial, often attacked and many times misunderstood. Ephesians 5:21-22 "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Wives, [submit] yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord."  In the original Greek text the second [submit] word is not there. There is not a verb in this sentence and so in traditional Greek practice, you take the verb from the previous sentence and insert it into the next sentence.  Please note that this is really important - because what this is saying is, "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Wives, to your husbands as you do to the Lord." Meaning husband and wife alike are to submit to each other, to look out for one another, in service and submission to the Living God. There is no denying that throughout history many men have treated many women shamefully. But that is not biblical. It is never approved.  Instead, the Scriptures tell us that God intends for married people to be a unity and to willingly submit to one another because of their reverence for Christ. Men and women are to treat their husbands in a way that is consistent with their faith. Ephesians 5:23 goes on to say, "For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior." Please note the word is "head" not the boss, not the dominant individual. It says he is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church.  How does Jesus show He is the head of the church.  He seeks what is best for her, He loves her, He sacrifices Himself for her, He gives Himself completely to her. And here it says the husband is to love His wife in that very same way. Loving, caring, supporting, defending, protecting, doing whatever it takes for the woman he loves. Ephesians 5:25 "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself for her…" That is what submission is all about.  It says, because I love the Lord, I will love my wife in the way He loves me. Both husbands and wives are to practice submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:32 goes on to say, "This is a profound mystery — but I am talking about Christ and the church."  God designed marriage to be a picture of the kind of love that Jesus has for his body, the church. Marriage is a reflection of Jesus' love. Verse 33 concludes: "However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband."  God made us male and female and He knows we each have unique needs. Husbands thrive when their wives respect them. Wives thrive when they know how deeply their husbands love them. These verses are a prescription for a happy, joy-filled, life-long marriage. Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. View live or on demand: https://www.awakeusnow.com/tuesday-bible-class For more check out the series, "What's the Answer"  https://www.awakeusnow.com/whats-the-answer Join us Sundays  https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

Jeremy Lallier discusses Joshua 5:13-14—“And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted his eyes and looked, and behold, a Man stood opposite him with His sword drawn in His hand. And Joshua went to Him and said to Him, ‘Are You for us or for our adversaries?' So He said, ‘No, but as Commander of the army of the LORD I have now come.' And Joshua fell on his face to the earth and worshiped, and said to Him, ‘What does my Lord say to His servant?'”