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Main Scripture - Matthew 5:13-16 Download the Group Guide Engage the Culture with Objective RealityMatthew 5:13-16Ephesians 4:17-20Engage the Culture with the Gospel of ChristMatthew 5:15-16James 4:4Ephesians 5:112 Corinthians 2:14Engage the Culture by Building a Better OneGenesis 1:281 Peter 1:18-19Ephesians 6:4John 17:16-17Engage the Culture with the Hope They NeedMatthew 5:161 John 1:9Colossians 1:27Application Points:Define objective reality for a world in denialCommit yourself to live for the GospelBuild a lifestyle that unbelievers actually needOffer hope to a hostile culture

Tap here to send us a message!Having the Word of the Lord not just at our fingertips but deeply rooted within us is essential to living a life dedicated to God. Through a firm foundation in His Word, we come to understand His nature, discern His will, and grasp the depth of His love for us. It is through this connection that we draw closer to Him and reflect His character in every aspect of our lives.12/19/2024 - Thursday NightScriptures:Psalm 119:9-16Colossians 3:16James 1:21Psalm 118:17Revelation 3:20

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the account of the woman who knew that if she could only touch Jesus's garment, she would be healed and when she did touch His garment, He told her that her faith had saved her. JOIN DR. JORI IN JOURNALING IN 2024! Check out this 9 min YouTube Video outlining her journaling strategy! Don't Forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/lqe9TO7RSz4 BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Scripture translation used is the Legacy Standard Bible.  “Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.com  DR. JORI mentioned the conferences by Answers in Genesis.  The link below will take you to the website showing their schedule and upcoming conferences. https://answersingenesis.org/outreach/ Scripture References:Luke 9:23Matthew 9:22John 21:25Matthew 9:9Matthew 5-7Matthew 1:1-17Matthew 9:10-13Matthew 9:18-22Luke 1:1-3Luke 8:40-48John 3:16James 4:14Matthew 11:28Ephesians 2:8-9   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

In this episode we talk about potential idols in our lives and what to do about them.Here is the prayer I encouraged you to pray: "Lord, is my heart blameless and whole towards You, or are there rivals to you in my heart?"Scriptures referenced:2 Chronicles 16:9a-b1 Kings 11:1-42 Corinthians 6:141 Corinthians 7:16Psalm 86:11-12Psalm 127:1Proverbs 27:6Proverbs 27:17Matthew 6:1-18Luke 6:46Psalm 135:15-18Exodus 20:3-6Exodus 321 Kings 18:21John 16:12-13Psalm 51:2Psalm 51:7Psalm 51:10Psalm 32:51 John 1:92 Corinthians 12:9Philippians 4:13John 15:5James 5:16James 4:6Matthew 23:12Proverbs 12:151 John 5:21Matthew 11:28-30I WANT TO BE DISCIPLEDI am on staff with another ministry called Mentoring Men for the Master (M3). M3 is a discipleship ministry; so, if you are interested in being discipled and having someone come alongside you to invest in you and your walk with Jesus, feel free to email us at info@mentoringmen.net. You can also check out M3's website by clicking "I want to be discipled" above. Please also note that despite the ministry's name, M3 disciples both men and women; so, the offer is open to all!I WANT TO SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTERIf you would like to sign up to receive newsletter updates, simply click "I want to sign up for the newsletter" above and fill out the form.I WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking "I want to support the podcast" above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners Jesus's answer when the people asked them what works they should be doing to do the works of GOD and He clearly answered that the work was to believe in the One whom He had sent. JOIN DR. JORI IN JOURNALING IN 2024! Check out this 9 min YouTube Video outlining her journaling strategy! Don't Forget to subscribe to the YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/lqe9TO7RSz4 BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Scripture translation used is the Legacy Standard Bible.  “Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.com  DR. JORI mentioned the conferences by Answers in Genesis.  The link below will take you to the website showing their schedule and upcoming conferences. https://answersingenesis.org/outreach/ Scripture References:John 6:29John 20:30-31John 1:1-2John 1:14John 1:29John 5:45-47John 6:22-29Matthew 6:19-20Ephesians 2:8-9Romans 3:23John 3:16James 2:171 John 1:9Genesis 12:31 John 5:13   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the Show.

12/24/2023 - Sunday MorningScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):Isaiah 9:6Acts 4:12I Timothy 3:16James 2:19II Corinthians 4:6Colossians 2:9II Corinthians 5:19John 8:24Romans 6:4John 3:3-7

The Scriptures speak very explicitly of the importance of both inward and outward holiness. One issue specifically addressed is the wearing of items that reflect inner pride and immodesty. The “gold” in our lives should be found on the inside, that is, a spirit that is in alignment with God's Word and is truly Christ-like. 11/09/2023 - Thursday NightScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):I Peter 3:1-5I Corinthians 10:23I Timothy 2:8-10Genesis 35:4Exodus 32:20Exodus 33:4-6Exodus 35:22Numbers 31:50Deuteronomy 7:25-26Judges 8:24-27Ezekiel 16:11-17Isaiah 3:16-26Hosea 2:13Jeremiah 4:30Ezekiel 23:40I Timothy 2:8-10I Peter 3:3-5Psalm 149:4Supplemental Scriptures:Galatians 6:22-25I Corinthians 12:2, 14:1Ephesians 5:27I Thessalonians 4:1-4, 5:22I Timothy 2:9-10II Corinthians 6:17, 7:1Ephesians 5:21Philippians 2:3I Corinthians 8:9-13, 10:32Ephesians 2:10Titus 1:16James 2:17-18Ephesians 4:14-15Hebrews 6:1, 10:23-28James 2:14, 2:26, 4:8Job 42:11Genesis 24:53, 13:2Exodus 3:22, 11:2Genesis 35:1-4Exodus 32 & 33, 35:22Deuteronomy 17:17

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners David's reminder in this psalm that the LORD tests the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and the one who loves violence. NEW!!! BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive  CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:John 17:17Psalm 11:5Genesis 37-50Genesis 15:13-161 Samuel 16:1-13Acts 13:221 Samuel 13:14Psalm 11John 16:33Romans 3:23John 3:16James 4:41 John 2:15-17  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners Paul's question to people who may wish to challenge God's fairness. NEW!!! BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive  CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:Matthew 4:4Romans 3:23John 3:16James 4:14Isaiah 26:3Luke 9:23Psalm 145:18-19Isaiah 55:6-7Romans 9:20Romans 92 Timothy 2:15Romans 1:1-7Matthew 10:1-41 Timothy 1:12-14Acts 9, 22, 26John 1:1, 14Romans 10:17Romans 1:9-13Romans 3:23Romans 5:8, 6:1-4, 23Romans 7:7-25Romans 8:1, 38-39Romans 9:14-23Genesis 2:7Isaiah 29:16Ephesians 2:10Isaiah 55:8-9Job 38-42  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode we talk about the need of transparent and vulnerable community and asking others to carry us to Jesus in prayer.Scriptures referenced:Mark 2:1-12Mark 1:351 Corinthians 12:12-27John 13:34-35John 13:13-17Galatians 6:2Romans 12:15James 5:16James 4:6Matthew 23:12Philippians 2:5-11Matthew 7:7Hebrews 4:162 Corinthians 1:3-11Ephesians 6:18-20**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**When I said that we should publicly acknowledge that we don't have it all together, I didn't mean sharing our struggles indiscriminately. I meant sharing it with someone, and simply by bringing another person into the scenario, we have made it "public" as opposed to it simply being a private battle that no one knows about.Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

“Jesus Before the High Priest”Matthew 26:57-68Download the Group GuideStanding in God's Will Should Produce Unshakeable ConfidenceMatthew 26:57-61Isaiah 46:10Hebrews 6:17-18Humanity Has No Authority Over the Purposes of GodMatthew 26:62-64Proverbs 26:4Romans 13:1Expect Resistance in Following Jesus, but Never Give InMatthew 26:65-68Matthew 5:10Leviticus 24:16James 1:12Application Points:Stand firm in the promises of GodRefuse to compromise your faith in JesusFollow Jesus because He is the eternal GodEndure resistance to show the legitimacy of your faith

This is Episode 702 of the My Morning Devotional PodcastGet Your Monthly Subscription Box Here! - Grab your book for March today!Prayer Request Submission - Click Here!Join me Alison Elizabeth Delamota as we dive into a Christian devotional to empower your day. Check back every weekday for a new episode!Verse of the Day:And I will have mercy on No Mercy,    and I will say to Not My People, ‘You are my people';    and he shall say, ‘You are my God.'”Hosea 2:23Extended Reading:Hosea 2:14-23 emphases on 19. John 3:16James 2:13Application:Where has God shown us mercy in our personal lives? If you haven't yet, I encourage you to read Hosea Chapters 1-3 for the full story on the Prophet and his Wife. Support the showJoin The Community:@mymorningdevo on IGFacebook GroupYouTube ChannelGet To Know Ali:@alisondelamota on IGYouTube Channel

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners  one of the times Jesus cast out an unclean spirit.NEW!!! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds  Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:1 John 1:27Mark 1:24Colossians 4:10Mark 1:1-28Luke 4:31-37Colossians 1:16James 2:191 John 5:181 John 5:4Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the sobering truth that no one has the power to retain the spirit, in other words to stay alive any longer than the time set by God.Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:John 17:17Psalm 119:1602 Timothy 3:16-17Hebrews 6:1Romans 8:6-8Ecclesiastes 8:8Ecclesiastes 1:11 Kings 3:3-151 Kings 4:29-341 Kings 11:1-6Ephesians 5:15Hebrews 2:1Hebrews 12:2-3Luke 9:23Ecclesiastes 12:1,13-141 John 2:1Daniel 2:21Romans 13:1-7Ecclesiastes 8:6-8Matthew 6:34Psalm 139:13-16James 4:141 Peter 5:7Psalm 31:14-15Hebrews 9:27-28John 14:6Psalm 40:1-5, 9-17Romans 3:23Romans 5:8John 3:16James 2:19Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

What does it mean to have Biblical free will? Join Deborah and Wendy as they discuss the meaning of free will according do the Bible and how that affects our daily lives.  Grab your FREE Foundations of Faith Bible Reading Plan: http://faithbibleplan.comJoin the FREE Community!https://www.facebook.com/groups/doersoftheword Verses referenced in this episode (New Living Translation unless otherwise specified):1 Corinthians 10:23Matthew 6:21Matthew 16:24-26Proverbs 3:5-6Revelation 3:20Deuteronomy 30:19John 3:3John 3:16James 1:22   This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. 

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners this greatest commandment to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul and might. Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:John 17:17John 14:6John 16:33John 3:16James 4:14Amos 5:4Deuteronomy 6:5Mark 12:30Deuteronomy 1:1-8Numbers 14:28-35Numbers 20:10-12Deuteronomy 5:27-6:15,24-251 John 4:19Matthew 22:37Luke 10:27Galatians 5:22-23Ephesians 1:3-14Deuteronomy 30:11-14Ephesians 2:8-9Matthew 6:33Luke 9:23Romans 6:4Ezekiel 36:24-28Jeremiah 31:3Jeremiah 31:33-34, 32:38-41Luke 22:201 John 5:3Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners what this proverb says about not withholding good from those to whom it is due when it is in our power to do it. This applies to tangible things as well as the goodness and salvation that comes from the LORD.  Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.CORRECTION: I misspoke at about 16:30 that scripture said that our words were written in your book before one of them came to be. I meant to say, "our days were written in his book before one of them came to be".Scripture References:2 Timothy 3:16-17Proverbs 3:27Proverbs 1:1-71 Kings 3:5-15; 4:29-34; 11:1-11Proverbs 3:27-30Psalm 139:16James 4:13-171 Peter 3:9Galatians 6:10Luke 6:27-36Galatians 5:22-23John 3:16-17Mark 10:18Psalm 16:2Psalm 34:1-10Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/awordforthP)

In this message Chris Tortorici looks at God's threat to kill the the first born of all the people and livestock of the Egyptians and what is the significance of the first born. "How we see people, has everything to do with how we treat them." - Chris Tortorici Today we read from:Ex 11:1-10Ex 4:22-23Ex 11:5Rom 11:16James 1:18

You and I have seen so many types of relationships and the different ways men and women have shown love for each other. Some have been healthy relationships and marriages that worked, while there have been harmful ones where the man or woman felt that even though it was a hostile environment that they needed to stay; or did leave the relationship because of a bad situation.How do you view your relationship with God? Or do you have a full understanding of the relationship that God wants to have with you?Many people would view it as a hard discipling Father that wants to punish you when you mess up and sin. Others see Him as a passive Father that just created the universe and then just left it alone. Maybe you see it as to how your mother and father were to you or to each other?But, do you know that God wants to have a deep and intimate relationship with each and every person.When you think of intimacy, is it usually in that close personal relationship with your spouse in bed. The definition of intimacy is a close friendship, a deep knowledge of a subject, a private atmosphere, or closeness to someone or something.This can be stated in having an intimate knowledge of details about a person, place or event like sports statistics or movie quotes. Maybe it is being in a nice, quiet and romantic place or simply being close to someone such as holding, embracing or hugging someone.The word “Intimacy” itself isn't mentioned in the Bible, but God did show us how He wants to have an intimate relationship with Him.There are several examples of intimate friendships that weren't of a sexual nature in the Bible. There was the love that Jonathan and David had for each other as mentioned in 1 Samuel chapter 18. Then we see in the New Testament how John was called “The Beloved One” and we see him at the Last Supper with his head resting on the chest of Jesus. Both of these are examples of an intimate and caring friendship.But something with John stood out to me when it said he rested his head on the chest of Jesus. Think about your marriage or relationship and when your spouse is lying beside you and lays their head on your chest. At that moment their ear is next to your body and depending on which side, over your heart they can hear your heart beating. That is what God is wanting from each of us. He wants you and I to draw close to Him and hear what His heart is saying to each of us. That is the moment of intimacy that we can truly have with God.The word “Love” is mentioned the most times in the book of Psalms.Why is that?Maybe ,because David spent so much time with God in prayer while he was out in the fields watching the sheep that he had those intimate moments with God and even mentioned as “A man after God's own heart”How was that even when David stumbled and fell, made mistakes that God still called him that. It was because of those close personal times in prayer and worship. Dr. Cole said that “Prayer produces intimacy. You become intimate with the one for whom you pray, with whom you pray and to Whom you pray.”When we get in a place that you and I can focus and not allow the distractions of the world around us to interfere, then we can truly get into the presence of God and have those intimate times with Him. In Psalms, each time the word “Love” was mentioned it was preceded by the word “faithful” or “unfailing”. When you read about the greatest type of Love that is mentioned it is called “Agape”, which means unconditional love. And that is how God showed us His love. It is that unconditional, faithful and unfailing love that even when we fall, mess up or even walk away from Him, that He still loves you and me.Scripture:Matthew 11:28-30John 3:16,17Romans 5:81 John 4:16James 4:8"Love 2 Deep" by Velveteen available at www.epidemicsound.com

Peace is something everyone wants, yet few seem to find it. What is peace? It can be defined as “tranquility, harmony, or security.” Depending on the situation, it could mean “prosperity” or “well-being.” I want the type of peace that will grant me the time and freedom to give God praise. Let's listen in to see how we can obtain a peace that surpasses all understanding.Reference Scriptures:Philippians 4:72 Corinthians 9:15Isaiah 55:8-9Ephesians 3:19John 14:27Romans 8:281 Thessalonians 5:23Galatians 6:16James 4:8Psalm 24:3-4Romans 3:10, 23John 14:62 Corinthians 5:21Romans 4:5Romans 5:11 John 4:10Hebrews 10:222 Peter 1:2Ephesians 3:17-19Romans 8:38-39Psalm 33:11Proverbs 19:21Isaiah 46:9-11Psalm 10:12 Corinthians 12:7-9Matthew 6:34Luke 12:29Philippians 4:61 Peter 5;7Psalm 100:5; 115:11Isaiah 26:4James 1:17Malachi 3:6Psalm 46:1Psalm 62:8Psalm 91:1-2Thank you for supporting us by following and sharing our Podcast. PayPal.me/lifeswordministryWebsite:www.lifeswordministry.org

In this episode, Jori discusses the gifts of God's wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption that we have in Christ.Scripture translation used: ESVScripture references:1 Corinthians 1:30Psalm 107:19-201 Corinthians 1:25-30John 3:16John 17Psalm 119:111 Corinthians 2:6-16James 3:17-18Jeremiah 33:15-16Isaiah 11:1-42 Corinthians 5:21Hebrews 10:11John 17:17Ephesians 1:7-10Colossians 1:13-14Psalm 40:1-3Email:  awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/awordforthP)

Dwell.  Let the word of Christ dell in you richly.Dwell: Meditate Day & NightColossians 3:16James 1:22 

Dwell.  Let the word of Christ dell in you richly.Dwell: Meditate Day & NightColossians 3:16James 1:22 

A lesson on the importance of boundariesReferencesGalatians 6:1 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15Ephesian 5:11-16James 4:4Matthew 5:13Lamentations 3:40Intro / Outro music by  andrzejsowa1998 from pixabay.comContent by Kenneth Grady 

SCRIPTUREJames 1:27James 2:14-16James 2:24Romans 3:28Romans 3:20 - 26Romans 3:27 - 28Romans 5:1-2Romans 5:20Romans 6:1-4James 1:16-182 Cor 5:17

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:13-16James pulled out his chair and sat down, a smile playing on the corners of his mouth. He waited patiently as his dad offered a prayer of thanks and the food was passed around. Then James spoke up. "Please pass the sodium chloride," he said as seriously as he could manage."Pass what?" Dad laughed. "I know what you're talking about, but why did you use that term?"James laughed too. "We had a lesson on salt today, and I thought I'd ask for it by another name.""If you were trying to impress us," said Mom, "you did. At least I'm impressed.""Salt's important," James informed them. "It's used for lots of things.""Well, I know it's important in cooking," said Mom. "Salt is used to flavor food and also to keep it from spoiling.""Did you know that sodium chloride is mentioned in the Bible?" asked Dad."Yeah, Dad, but not by that name," said James. "It's just called plain old salt."Dad chuckled. "I'm sure you know the verse that says Christians are the salt of the earth. They help flavor things that happen in our world. Unless..." He stopped and looked at James. "Do you know what would keep them from doing that?""UhI think the verse says they can lose their flavor, right?" James asked.Dad nodded. "Any ideas how that might happen?" "How Christians can lose their saltiness?" James shrugged. "I'm not sure." "Well, think of it this way," said Mom. "What does it mean when it says Christians flavor the earth?""WellI guess we do that by helping people and being kind and loving," said James. "And by telling them about Jesus.""Right," said Mom. "When we share the love, grace, and truth of Jesus, we bring flavor to a bland world. We give people a taste of the salvation and hope He offers them.""So, I guess we'd lose our saltiness if we stopped doing those things and only thought of ourselves, right?" asked James.Dad nodded. "As the sodium chloride of the earth, we need to flavor people's lives with the love of Jesus." He sprinkled some salt on his potatoes and took a bite. "Mmm," he said. "Now that's good!" (Richard S. Maffeo)How About You?Are you sharing the flavor of God's love with the world? Is it evident in the way you treat others? Do your actions show that you follow Jesus? Do you tell others about Him so they can know Him too? Jesus didn't say you could be like salt if you wanted to be. He said you are the salt of the earth. Make sure your life reflects His love so others can know how good He is.Today's Key Verse:You are the salt of the earth. (NKJV) (Matthew 5:13)Today's Key Thought:Be a salty Christian

Sermon 3/10/2021; verses referenced:2 Thessalonians 3:16James 1:2-4Isaiah 26:31 John 5:1-5Ephesians 6:10-20

What does the Bible say about... Money?The Bible says at least 19 things about money. 10) We are to trust God to provide everything we needPhilippians 4:19 11) Money should be used to provide for your family1 Timothy 5:8 12) Money should be used to provide for church leaders1 Timothy 5:17 13) Money should be used to provide for orphans and widows1 Timothy 5:16James 1:27 14) Money is not intended to be our source of securityMatthew 6:19-21 15) Money is not intended to be covetedLuke 12:15 16) Money is not intended to be servedMatthew 6:24 17) Money is not intended to be loved1 Timothy 6:10Ecclesiastes 5:10 18) We are to be generous with the money we havePsalm 112:52 Corinthians 9:6-7 19) God desires us to enjoy our provisions1 Timothy 6:17

Ps. 105:1–22Ps. 105:23–45Mal. 2:1–16James 4:13—5:6Luke 17:20–37

I discuss how at a time when I was questioning my faith that a story for the Old Testament helped me overcome my fear and doubt. It was about Elijah and the widow woman and here lack of faith that I talk about in this episode.Scriptures referenced:Luke 6:38I King 17:1-16James 1:3Ephesians 3:20Quotes:From Winners Never Quit by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole Christians believe that God has the power to do anything. Often they have doubts, not about God's ability, but His faithfulness. Their question in not 'Can He do it?' but 'Will He do it for me?'" pg. 18"Whatever the cause of your crisis-job loss, marital tensions, mid life frustations, religious or social persecution; you must remember that outward appearance and inward emotions change. Not everything has changes. God is the same, God is faithful to His Word and to you. " pg 23"Worry centers on self. Faith centers on God." pg.25http://the318project.comhttp://speakpipe.com/the318projectAmazon affiliate link:Winners Never Quit bookhttps://amzn.to/3jVXbxmBackground music provided by Ricardo Camargo of Tidalwav StudiosBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

For those of us in the "first world", and specifically in the United States, even the poorest among us live a life of luxury as compared to most other people in most countries around the world. With prosperity comes comfort, with comfort comes pride, with pride comes destruction. Contrary to many "preachers" of today, prosperity isn't promised by God, and isn't always (and maybe is rarely) a blessing.At the time of the Prophet Amos, the kingdom of Israel was split into two. The northern kingdom enjoyed wealth and prosperity, while Amos and the southern kingdom in general did not. Unfortunately the northern kingdom had become prideful, and sinful in their prosperity. Amos was one messenger from God, sent with a message.What about us? Surely we would never follow the same path that Amos was sent to speak against. Join Pastor Jason as he speaks to who we are in a life of prosperity. Do we take credit for our wealth, power, and status, or do we recognize that God is the owner of all, and all we have are blessings that have been mercifully granted to us by God? Rev. Jason RobbinsHighlawn Baptist Church (www.HighlawnBaptistChurch.org) Today's Scriptures (NIV Presented):Amos 2:6-16James 1:22-27 Morning Service August 30, 2020 If you feel led to support our ministry, you can find us on Tithe.ly.  You can either click here to create an account and give online, or you can download the app for Apple or Android.  (Note: use the "green" app).  Create an account and search for "Highlawn Baptist Church" in "Saint Albans, WV".  Thank you! FIND US ON YOUTUBE!  Sunday Morning sermons (as well as this sermon) can be found by searching for "Highlawn Baptist" on YouTube, or by clicking here. Live Streams of Sunday morning services can also be found on YouTube at about 11:00 AM, every Sunday.  Subscribe and "ring the bell" for our YouTube page to be alerted when the live stream starts!     As with this podcast - Subscribe, Like, and Share our YouTube channel to help us get the message of the Good News out to a world in need of hope!

https://youtu.be/2fh71VD1dA8 Home Hub DiscussionStories We Live To Tell Week 5Balaam and His DonkeyMain Scripture: Numbers 22: 21-34Further Reading: Numbers 22-25;Numbers 31: 7-16James 3: 9-17James 4: 1-8 What about Balaam’s Donkey? What significance do you see in it?How has God placed barriers of protection upon you like the Donkey? What is the Major issue you see […] The post Stories We Live to Tell: Balaam and His Donkey appeared first on STARTING GROUNDS CHURCH.

For the next couple of weeks, I will be doing a salon series about different topics that are vital to our business and to God! This week I discuss, what it means to God to have integrity in our businesses. Join me every Monday as I shed light on things we should be focusing on in the beauty industry. Tune in!!! Also join me tonight on Instagram Live @kingdomHairstylist for our Monday night bible study. 7pm EST Scripture references: Proverbs 13:6, and 11 NIVGalatians 6:9Matthew 5:16James 4:17Follow me on social media @KingdomHairstylist

All Things For Good - Pastor Mark RalstonNew King James VersionRomans 8:28Romans 8:1Philippians 1:6Galatians 4:9Ephesians 4:22-24Matthew 16:21-231 Peter 4:13Hebrew 4:15-16James 1:2-3Romans 8:29-30Romans 8:31

Reading from the New Living TranslationPsalm 37:1-17Ruth 2:1-16James 5:1-6. . . . .Connect further at http://danieljackson.us Listener support: https://www.patreon.com/ordinaryfaith Music: Quiescent In Time by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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“Joy in Every Situation, part 2”Philippians 4: 10-14#1. Joy in every situation… doesn’t come naturally to usII Corinthians 11: 23-33Romans 7: 14-25 I Timothy 1: 15 I Thessalonians 5: 16James 1: 2-4#2. Joy in every situation… is for the good times & the bad#3. Joy in every situation… comes only through God’s powerJohn 15: 5