Podcasts about 1 thessalonians

Send us a textWe trace Saint Stephen's path from humble service to fearless witness, exploring how Eucharistic faith, Scriptural depth, and Marian surrender formed a mercy that forgave amid stones. We share practical ways to anchor courage in prayer and live a bold, charitable Catholic life.• why Stephen was chosen as a deacon and what that reveals about service rooted in prayer• how the choosing of the seven set a model for diakonia• Stephen's Scripture-soaked preaching and fearless charity• the Sanhedrin trial and the vision of Christ in glory• martyrdom as mercy and forgiveness as strength• Eucharistic foundations of courage and witness• Marian echoes of total surrender and trust• living bold faith amid modern cultural pressure• practical steps to embody Stephen's legacy todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item, and since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Stephen CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the road from Nazareth to Bethlehem and show how ancient prophecies meet real history in the birth of Jesus. From Micah and Isaiah to the Magi's star and the tears at Rama, we follow a thread of humility, courage and steadfast hope.• Roman census as the hinge of providence• Micah's Bethlehem promise fulfilled in detail• Isaiah's Emmanuel realized in Mary's fiat• Davidic lineage and the shape of true kingship• Shepherds as first witnesses and messengers of joy• The manger as a sign of poverty and glory• The star, the Magi and Balaam's oracle• Rachel's weeping and the innocence of martyrdom• Flight into Egypt and Hosea's echo of deliverance• Joseph's silent obedience as a model of faith• A call to live fulfilled prophecy with courageBlessed Christmas from Journeys of Faith be sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this article finish reading and check out the special offerBlessed Christmas from Journeys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

20 Proverbs 15-16; Genesis 40-44; 19 Psalms 35-37; 1 Thessalonians 3-5; 2 Thessalonians 1-3; 1 Timothy 1-3

Send us a textWe trace the hush of Christmas Eve to the blazing heart of the liturgy, where midnight becomes Bethlehem and the altar becomes a manger. Scripture, carols, light, confession, and Mary all draw us to the Bread of Heaven and a renewed call to unity and mission.• Midnight Mass as a bold yes to heaven• Eucharist as the fulfillment of manna and Bethlehem• Advent preparation through confession and silence• Family procession to the crèche as living catechesis• Symbols of light as defiance against darkness• Genealogy and Kalenda anchoring salvation history• Carols as Eucharistic catechism and unity• Mary as the first tabernacle and model of fiat• Mission after Communion, one heart, one mind, one spiritVisit our online Catholic store for inspiring resources, sacramentals, and unique Christmas gifts that echo the faith of the saintsSign up for our email community and receive exclusive content, saints' stories, and meditations, always faithful to the magisterium, always aimed at heavenBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

20 Proverbs 13-14; Genesis 34-39; 19 Psalms 31-34; 50 Philippians 4; 51 Colossians 1-4; 1 Thessalonians 1-2

Send us a textWe trace the hidden holiness of Saint John Canti, the scholar priest whose charity mended jugs, multiplied bread, and converted thieves. His fidelity to the magisterium and deep Eucharistic devotion offer a practical path to mercy today.• scholar priest forming minds and hearts• hidden works of mercy shaping city life• the broken jug and multiplied loaves• honesty that disarms violence on the road• fidelity to the magisterium with humility• Eucharistic devotion fueling service• holy friendship with John of Capistrano• practical steps to live mercy and truthVisit Journeys of Faith and take your next step with us because our goal is heaven, and we invite you to walk this journey togetherBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemSince there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint John Kanty CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe lead a guided pilgrimage to Bethlehem's cave, tracing how prophecy, place, and liturgy meet in the Incarnation and flow into the Eucharist. Along the way we learn from Joseph's silent courage, Mary's Fiat, and the Franciscans' faithful custody of the Nativity.• prophecy fulfilled in Bethlehem and Emmanuel made present• the grotto's geography as sacrament of humility and grace• manger to altar and the Eucharist as Bethlehem today• Midnight Mass, chants and veneration at the silver star• praying the Joyful Mysteries in the shepherds' fields• Saint Joseph's model of fatherhood and steadfast action• Marian devotion as doorway to the Word made flesh• Franciscan custodianship and unity among Christians• invitation to virtual pilgrimages, retreats and givingBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Bethlehem at ChristmasVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerJourneys of FaithOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Explore the concept of 'praying without ceasing' as explained through 1 Thessalonians 5:17: "Pray without ceasing.” This insightful video delves into the idea of regular, heartfelt prayer and how it connects us to a divine 'live stream' from heaven. Discover the joy and power of prayer as more than a duty, but a delightful interaction with God's presence, supported by biblical references and historical anecdotes. God Himself is the initiator of prayer. Prayer begins in God and we are all just joining in the Live Stream of prayer that Heaven is already making available. All we have to do is to join it and be carried along with the Stream of Prayer that is flowing from Him. ‘Without ceasing' means REGULARLY, without any unnecessary gaps, as often as required. The word 'adialeiptos' (translated ‘without ceasing') was used to describe a tickling cough. A tickling cough is not one where you cough non-stop. It means that you cough without long gaps between coughs! *I. Let's move from RARE PRAYER to REGULAR PRAYER. Regular prayer doesn't mean that we are praying 24/7, but that we are in a constant flow of prayer. We are constantly accessing Heaven's Live Stream of prayer, which catches us up into God's Presence to walk with Him. “Praying at ALL TIMES (in every opportunity) with all kinds of prayer IN the SPIRIT (Ephesians 6:18). This is the key to joining Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer. We struggle to join it with our head! Our head is too limited. That's why we have the Holy Spirit living within our spirits, who makes us able to join that Live Stream. He helps us to tune into the bandwidth of Heaven and join in with what's flowing from God's Throne. We need to PRAY in the SPIRIT. Praying in tongues is one way we can pray in the Spirit, and join Heaven's Live Stream, but it is not the only way. Praying in the Spirit is praying from the Spirit within us, depending on the Spirit to lead and empower us in prayer. It is a way in which we pray, and a place from which we pray, more than it is a kind of prayer. *II. Let's move from HEAD to HEART. We will never be able to pray without ceasing, if we pray only from our HEAD. We have to go from prayer that only comes out of our HEADS to praying from our HEARTS, prayer in which we bring up from the core of our being, expressing God's life & heart of God within us. It's praying from our HEART. Martin Luther: “Prayer is climbing up into the heart of God.” God invites us to pray from His heart - praying from His lap, from His Father heart. We hear His heartbeat, as we put our head to His heart, like the beloved disciple (John) at the Last Supper, who laid his head on Jesus' chest (John 13:23). We can hear His heartbeat and pray His heart. The Holy Spirit will give us the right word to return to the Father in prayer. Prayer is joining God's Live Stream, so what pours out of Heaven through His Word & Spirit enters into us, and through prayer we offer it back to Him in Heaven. Then He responds in the Earth with answers: “So shall My Word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and prosper in the thing for which I sent it” (Isaiah 54:11). Man was never designed to live only from his HEAD. Man was designed to live from his HEART, from the core of his being. And so, let us PRAY from there. *III. Let's move from DUTY to DELIGHT. God wants us to take us from the DUTY of prayer to the DELIGHT of prayer. For many people, prayer is a CHORE, or worse a BORE, when it is so much MORE! Prayer is a DELIGHT. In Matthew 21:13, Jesus quoted from Isaiah 56:7: “I will make them JOYFUL in My House of PRAYER.” There is JOY in the House of PRAYER. Have we found joy in prayer? If not, let's get into Prayer's Live Stream. God's Live Stream will carry you on and carry you up! Psalm 34:5: “They looked to Him (in prayer) and their faces were light (radiant with joy).” When we look to God in prayer, rather than looking to ourselves and our own resources, we go beyond the DUTY and the DISCIPLINE of prayer, and get caught up in the DELIGHT (joy) of prayer. 1Thess 5:17 is the meat in the sandwich: “pray without ceasing.” 1Thess 5:16 & 18 are the bread. These 3 verses are a triptych of simple exhortations: “(1) REJOICE always, (2) PRAY without ceasing, (3) in everything GIVE THANKS” (1Thess 5:16-18). God doesn't want us in the DRUDGERY of prayer! He wants us to discover the DELIGHT of prayer. So, let us join Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer that God has made available to us.

Explore the concept of 'praying without ceasing' as explained through 1 Thessalonians 5:17: "Pray without ceasing.” This insightful video delves into the idea of regular, heartfelt prayer and how it connects us to a divine 'live stream' from heaven. Discover the joy and power of prayer as more than a duty, but a delightful interaction with God's presence, supported by biblical references and historical anecdotes. God Himself is the initiator of prayer. Prayer begins in God and we are all just joining in the Live Stream of prayer that Heaven is already making available. All we have to do is to join it and be carried along with the Stream of Prayer that is flowing from Him. ‘Without ceasing' means REGULARLY, without any unnecessary gaps, as often as required. The word 'adialeiptos' (translated ‘without ceasing') was used to describe a tickling cough. A tickling cough is not one where you cough non-stop. It means that you cough without long gaps between coughs! *I. Let's move from RARE PRAYER to REGULAR PRAYER. Regular prayer doesn't mean that we are praying 24/7, but that we are in a constant flow of prayer. We are constantly accessing Heaven's Live Stream of prayer, which catches us up into God's Presence to walk with Him. “Praying at ALL TIMES (in every opportunity) with all kinds of prayer IN the SPIRIT (Ephesians 6:18). This is the key to joining Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer. We struggle to join it with our head! Our head is too limited. That's why we have the Holy Spirit living within our spirits, who makes us able to join that Live Stream. He helps us to tune into the bandwidth of Heaven and join in with what's flowing from God's Throne. We need to PRAY in the SPIRIT. Praying in tongues is one way we can pray in the Spirit, and join Heaven's Live Stream, but it is not the only way. Praying in the Spirit is praying from the Spirit within us, depending on the Spirit to lead and empower us in prayer. It is a way in which we pray, and a place from which we pray, more than it is a kind of prayer. *II. Let's move from HEAD to HEART. We will never be able to pray without ceasing, if we pray only from our HEAD. We have to go from prayer that only comes out of our HEADS to praying from our HEARTS, prayer in which we bring up from the core of our being, expressing God's life & heart of God within us. It's praying from our HEART. Martin Luther: “Prayer is climbing up into the heart of God.” God invites us to pray from His heart - praying from His lap, from His Father heart. We hear His heartbeat, as we put our head to His heart, like the beloved disciple (John) at the Last Supper, who laid his head on Jesus' chest (John 13:23). We can hear His heartbeat and pray His heart. The Holy Spirit will give us the right word to return to the Father in prayer. Prayer is joining God's Live Stream, so what pours out of Heaven through His Word & Spirit enters into us, and through prayer we offer it back to Him in Heaven. Then He responds in the Earth with answers: “So shall My Word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and prosper in the thing for which I sent it” (Isaiah 54:11). Man was never designed to live only from his HEAD. Man was designed to live from his HEART, from the core of his being. And so, let us PRAY from there. *III. Let's move from DUTY to DELIGHT. God wants us to take us from the DUTY of prayer to the DELIGHT of prayer. For many people, prayer is a CHORE, or worse a BORE, when it is so much MORE! Prayer is a DELIGHT. In Matthew 21:13, Jesus quoted from Isaiah 56:7: “I will make them JOYFUL in My House of PRAYER.” There is JOY in the House of PRAYER. Have we found joy in prayer? If not, let's get into Prayer's Live Stream. God's Live Stream will carry you on and carry you up! Psalm 34:5: “They looked to Him (in prayer) and their faces were light (radiant with joy).” When we look to God in prayer, rather than looking to ourselves and our own resources, we go beyond the DUTY and the DISCIPLINE of prayer, and get caught up in the DELIGHT (joy) of prayer. 1Thess 5:17 is the meat in the sandwich: “pray without ceasing.” 1Thess 5:16 & 18 are the bread. These 3 verses are a triptych of simple exhortations: “(1) REJOICE always, (2) PRAY without ceasing, (3) in everything GIVE THANKS” (1Thess 5:16-18). God doesn't want us in the DRUDGERY of prayer! He wants us to discover the DELIGHT of prayer. So, let us join Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer that God has made available to us.

Send us a textWe explore how to encounter the child Jesus through the Holy Family, grounding daily life in Scripture, the catechism, and living traditions. We share practical ways to make a little Nazareth at home through prayer, consecration, and the witness of saints.• biblical roots of holy family spirituality• nazareth as a school of love and obedience• mary's fiat as a model for surrender• joseph's creative courage and protection• praying with the crèche as visual catechesis• eucharistic echoes in family routines• feast of the holy family practices• rosary with a holy family focus• insights from thérèse, teresa, and john paul ii• resources and invitations from journeys of faithBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Holy Family SpiritualityVisit or experience the Holy Family mission, whether on site in Morralton, Arkansas, or virtuallySubscribe to our newsletter and follow our latest virtual pilgrimages where faith meets modern mediaBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offer.Journeys of Faith Online ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

20 Proverbs 11-12; 26 Ezekiel 40-44; 19 Psalms 94-100; 1 Thessalonians 3-5; 2 Thessalonians 1-3; 1 Timothy 1-3

20 Proverbs 9-10; 26 Ezekiel 34-39; 19 Psalms 90-93; 50 Philippians 4; 51 Colossians 1-4; 1 Thessalonians 1-2

Send us a textWe trace how Francis's living nativity at Greccio and Clare's Eucharistic miracle unveil Christmas as a present-tense invitation to incarnate love. From Marian devotion to family practices, we show simple ways to turn homes into living mangers.• Greccio as the first living crèche and its meaning• Clare's Christmas vision and Eucharistic devotion• Christmas as foreshadowing of the Eucharist• Marian reverence shaping Franciscan humility• Distinct vocations of Francis and Clare in harmony• Practical steps for families to live the mystery• Adoration, simplicity, and service as daily habitsBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youVisit journeys of faith todayBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayJourneys of Faith Online CollectionsOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Dr. Randy White of Taos, NM explains how iniquity already operates, the restrainer's removal, Satan's role, and why rejection of truth enables Antichrist deception.

Send us a textWe explore Miracles of the Child Jesus and why devotion to the Holy Infant still heals hearts, strengthens families, and renews trust in God. Stories from Scripture, saints, Eucharistic miracles, and global traditions show a living faith that is tender and powerful.• authors' conversion and apostolate rooted in Eucharistic miracles• purpose of the book as catechesis and invitation to trust• historical and biblical roots of devotion to the Christ Child• Eucharistic signs that foster childlike faith and sanctity• saints' encounters with the Child Jesus and their fruits• Marian connections at Guadalupe and Loreto• healing testimonies linked to the Infant of Prague• practical steps to deepen devotion at home and in parish lifeOrder your copy of Miracles of the Child Jesus from our online store or visit the Holy Family Mission in Arkansas to experience our vast collection of Catholic resourcesGift this book to your loved ones, parish library, or Catholic gift shopJoin our global faith community, subscribe to our newsletter, watch our EWTN series, and connect on pilgrimage, physical or virtual, so you never journey aloneYour purchase helps fund retreats, media, and our apostolate's missionChild Jesus CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Journey with us as we review the book of 1 Thessalonians! We'll also spend time playing Guess the Sound and Guess the Imposter.

Send us a textWe walk through seven Catholic Christmas traditions that anchor the season in worship, family prayer, and evangelization, from Midnight Mass to the Advent wreath. Each practice shows how the domestic church grows in holiness, obedience, and joy while pointing to the Eucharist.• mission to preserve sacred Christmas traditions• Midnight Mass and Eucharistic adoration as the heart of the feast• blessing the family nativity with scripture and hymn• the O Antiphons as a school of hope and doctrine• hosting Las Posadas to practice mercy and welcome• Saint Lucy's candlelight breakfast as witness to light and service• creating a Jesse Tree to trace salvation history and saints• lighting the Advent wreath with nightly reflections and prayer• living these devotions in obedience to the magisteriumBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item, and since there is more This article, finish reading and check out the special offer, visit journeysof.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe explore the biblical roots, theology, and living traditions of devotion to the Divine Child Jesus, guided by the lives of Anthony of Padua, Teresa of Avila, and Therese of Lisieux. Along the way we connect Bethlehem to the Eucharist and offer simple practices for childlike trust.• biblical foundations for devotion to the infant Jesus• theology of divine childhood and humility• Saint Anthony's vision and spiritual surrender• Teresa of Avila's playful prayer and simplicity• Therese's little way of confidence and love• Santo Niño and global traditions of the Christ Child• Eucharist as today's Bethlehem and adoration• Mary as pathway to welcoming the Infant• practical steps to foster childlike faith• modern witnesses and communities devoted to the ChildBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in Saints in Love with the Divine Child JesusShop our curated collection of statues, sacred art, and devotional aid centered on the divine child Jesus, perfect for your home, parish, or Catholic storeExplore our exclusive media, dive into EWTN programs, books, and video pilgrimages that illuminate the lives of saints devoted to Jesus in his holy infancyJoin a virtual pilgrimage with us to the shrines and miracle sites where saints beheld the child Jesus, deepening your own faith journeySupport our ministry, every purchase, share, or prayer fuels our evangelization efforts, helping Catholics everywhere discover the transforming love of ChristBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayExplore Divine Child Jesus CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace Saint John of the Cross's map up Mount Carmel—from detachment and dark nights to transforming union—grounded in Scripture, prayer, and the Eucharist. We share practical steps for recollection, the role of Mary as Star of Carmel, and a clear path for beginners and seasoned seekers alike.• life and mission of Saint John of the Cross • biblical meaning of Mount Carmel • the purgative, illuminative, unitive ways • active night of the senses and practical detachment • passive night and God-led purification • dark night of the spirit toward transforming union • faith, hope, and charity as rungs of ascent • recollection and silence with step-by-step guidance • Eucharist as summit and sustenance • Mary as mother and model of trustBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item And since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offer Visit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint John of The Cross CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

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Send us a textWe trace Saint Lucy's journey from Syracuse to martyrdom, exploring the miracles, symbols, and traditions that shape her patronage of sight and her enduring witness to Christ. We also share prayers, novenas, and practical ways to deepen devotion through Advent.• origins in Syracuse and early vow• courage under Diocletian's persecution• dowry given to the poor• miracles of immovability and restored sight• symbolism of eyes, light, and the Eucharist• feast day customs across Italy and Scandinavia• connection with Saint Agatha and Sicilian sanctity• Saint Lucy in Dante's Divine Comedy• prayers and novenas for healing of sight• resources, pilgrimages, and devotional toolsBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit JourneysofFaith.com website todaySaint Lucy CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

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1 Thessalonians 3-5; 2 Thessalonians 1-2

Colossians 2-4; 1 Thessalonians 1-2

Send us a textWe trace the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe from Tepeyac to today, showing how a mother's image, a peasant's yes, and roses in winter shaped a continental mission. We connect her symbols, pro-life witness, and evangelization method to our work and your next step in faith.• Guadalupe's historical context and the apparitions • Meaning of the tilma's symbols across cultures • Juan Diego's humble yes and lasting mission • Love driven evangelization versus force or prestige • Signs and wonders for modern skeptics • Guadalupe as patroness of the new evangelization • A continental call from Tepeyac to the Americas • Pro life witness under Mary's mantle • Pilgrimage, books, media, and community as next stepsVisit Journeys of Faith online and let's journey together toward deeper devotion Discover Virgin Mary's shop, but be sure to click the link in the description for special news item Finish reading and check out the special offer. Visit Journeysoffaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the story of the Holy House of Loreto from legend to living devotion, weighing investigations, miracles, and art while giving step-by-step guidance for a 2026 pilgrimage. Along the way we explore ex votos, the Loreto Litany, global influence, and practical travel tips.• origins of the Loreto legend and the Holy House • investigations, archival records, and skepticism • milestones in devotion and annual feast on 10 December • miracle testimonies and the role of ex votos • Loreto Litany, novenas, processions, pilgrimage of the sick • basilica architecture, artworks, and the Black Madonna • planning for 2026 jubilee events and logistics • travel, safety, accessibility, and visitor guidance • global spread of Loreto shrines and digital prayerBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to you in the account of the translation of the Holy House of LaredoDiscover Virgin Mary's shop, but be sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayShrine of the Holy House Replica in ArkansasOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

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"How should we live while we wait for Jesus? In today's episode, Emma Dotter walks us through the book of 1 Thessalonians and unpacks the instructions Paul gives the Thessalonica church who were waiting for Christ's return and how our waiting for Christ's return reshapes the way we live and encourages us today. Find ways you can serve with Join The Journey by visiting: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/join-the-journey You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665 Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources! https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df"

Timothy's report concerning the faith and love of the Thessalonians brings joy and comfort to Paul, enlivening him for continued apostolic ministry. He returns thanks to God in his ongoing prayers for the Thessalonians in his time away from them, even as he longs to return to them. Paul commends the Thessalonians into the care of the Triune God, praying that He would continue to make the love of the Thessalonians abound and establish them in holiness to the Last Day.  Rev. Ned Moerbe, pastor at Memorial Lutheran Church and School in Houston, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13.  To learn more about Memorial Lutheran, visit mlchouston.org. “Yearning for the Day of Christ's Returning” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that studies St. Paul's two epistles to the Thessalonians. Although Paul's time in Thessalonica was brief, he had great affection for the Christians there. His two letters to the Thessalonians show us the joy that God gives us together in the Church and encourage us to live faithfully in expectation of Jesus' coming on the Last Day.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Send us a textWe trace the Immaculate Conception from Scripture's hints and Old Testament types through the Fathers, medieval debate, and the 1854 definition, showing how Mary's grace magnifies Christ's redemption. Along the way, we clear up the Virgin Birth confusion and answer common objections with clarity and charity.• biblical foundations in Luke 1:28 and Genesis 3:15• Mary as new Eve and Ark typology• patristic testimony to Mary's unique holiness• medieval debates and Duns Scotus' preservative redemption• Trent's caution and space for development• Ineffabilis Deus as definitive articulation• difference between Immaculate Conception and Virgin Birth• responses to biblical and historical objections• Mary's role in salvation history and hope for believersBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit Journeysoffaith.com website todayThe Immaculate Conception CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textWe trace the life of Saint Juan Diego from humble beginnings to the Tepeyac apparitions, highlighting how Mary's message in Nahuatl united wounded communities and inspired enduring faith. We explore the tilma's symbolism, Juan Diego's compassion for his uncle, and the Church's discernment.• Juan Diego's origins and Franciscan formation• Tepeyac as the meeting place of cultures and grace• Our Lady's request for a church and words of consolation• Miracle of roses and the tilma before Bishop Zumárraga• Symbolism on the image and scriptural echoes• Care for his ailing uncle as a model of charity• Indigenous encounter with the Gospel and mass conversions• Legacy of humble obedience and practical discipleship• Ways to connect with Journeys of Faith resourcesPlease consider making a donation or exploring our collections today to support our workRemember, we have Thanksgiving weekend sale at journeysoffaith.comBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this articleFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Juan Diego CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

Send us a textIn the shadowed halls of Christendom's earliest centuries, when mighty empires clashed and heresies threatened the very foundations of our faith, a singular voice rose above the din—a voice that would echo through the ages for all who cherish the tangible beauty of our Catholic spiritual heritage. That voice belonged to Saint John Damascene. Known as the steadfast Defender of Icons and a luminous Champion of Incarnational Worship, his fearless testimony helped safeguard the truths that we hold dear, touching not just theologians and clergy, but countless faithful who draw strength and inspiration from the living witness of the saints.At Journeys of Faith, we honor torchbearers like Saint John Damascene, recognizing how powerfully their teachings ripple into our own pilgrimage of faith. Born into a world of political upheaval and religious persecution, John's unwavering love for the Church and the Eucharist became a beacon, guiding the faithful through turbulent storms. He stood resilient against iconoclasts, those who sought to strip Christian worship of its sacred images and incarnational intimacy. Saint John understood that to venerate an icon is not idolatry, but an act of faith—rooted deeply in the mystery of the Incarnation, where God took on flesh and dwelt among us.As Catholic evangelizers, inheritors of a tradition rich with Eucharistic miracles and the radiant examples of the saints, we are called to the same courage and clarity. Through the lens of Saint John Damascene's life and legacy, let us journey together—One Heart, One Mind, One Spirit, With One Vision!—to rediscover the profound beauty of our faith and the essential role that holy images play in drawing us ever closer to Christ.Saint John Damascene CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

The prayers of Paul often stir us–not because of what he prays, but what is absent in his prayers. In this prayer, Paul challenges us to seek a God glorifying demeanor amid all of our circumstances. 

Who is the God you serve? Each of us is tempted to ignore the whole reality of who God is, as displayed in Scripture. It is easy for us to focus on the attributes of God that make us feel good and comfortable. In this passage, Paul challenges the Thessalonians to behold their God in his fullness. 

Paul, Silas, and Timothy greet the church in Thessalonica in the grace and peace that comes from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. They give thanks to God for the faith, love, and hope He has given to the Thessalonians. This fruit was produced among them by the Gospel, so that they imitated the Lord Jesus and the apostles as they suffered with great joy. This set an example to Christians throughout the world, as they remembered how the Thessalonians turned away from idols to serve the living God, who has given us Jesus and saved us from the wrath to come.  Rev. Jeff Hemmer, pastor at Bethany Lutheran Church in Fairview Heights, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10.  To learn more about Bethany Lutheran, visit bethanylcms.org. “Yearning for the Day of Christ's Returning” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that studies St. Paul's two epistles to the Thessalonians. Although Paul's time in Thessalonica was brief, he had great affection for the Christians there. His two letters to the Thessalonians show us the joy that God gives us together in the Church and encourage us to live faithfully in expectation of Jesus' coming on the Last Day.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Send us a textWe trace Saint Francis Xavier's path from a restless scholar in Paris to a tireless missionary across India, Southeast Asia, and Japan, and his unfulfilled dream of China. Eucharistic devotion, simple presence, and Ignatian friendship form the backbone of his witness and our call today.• early life in Navarre and conversion in Paris• Ignatian friendship shaping a missionary vocation• Goa as springboard for Asian evangelization• pastoral work among southern India fishing villages• Malacca and the Spice Islands mission growth• respectful engagement with Japan's samurai culture• desire for China and the limits he faced• Eucharist as the heart of mission• reports of healings and signs as invitations to faith• lessons from his letters for modern evangelizers• our invitation to deepen faith and act nowPlease remember that our Thanksgiving sale is active until midnight, Monday, December 1stVisit our gift shop, find religious gifts that inspire spiritual growth for your loved ones or parish, all while supporting our mission and ministryFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todaySaint Francis Xavier CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

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Send us a textWe explore how saints shape daily life through stories, symbols and intercession, and we explain canonization in plain language with practical takeaways. Francis, Teresa, Joan and Thérèse help us see courage, mercy and the “little way” as paths we can walk today.• why saints still matter for modern life• the stages of canonization and why they exist• four saints as models of virtue and action• how symbols and iconography teach at a glance• patron saints for concrete needs and moments• prayer cards and intercession as daily anchors• simple ways to live courage, mercy and hope• our mission to evangelize through Catholic mediaPlease remember that our Thanksgiving sale is active until midnight, Monday, December 1stPlease consider making a donation or exploring our collections today to support our workRemember, we have Thanksgiving weekend sale at journeysoffaith.comBe sure to click the link in the description for special news item and since there is more to this articleFinish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayCatholic Saints CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here The Goal is Heaven Click Here Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site! Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50% Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click Here Cannot find it let us find or create it - - Click Here Rewards Program is active - ...

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Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Matthew 28; 1 Thess 1-3 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to another episode of the Daily Radio Bible! On this November 28th edition, Hunter warmly invites us to journey together through the Scriptures on day 333 of the Bible reading plan. In today's episode, we find encouragement in the powerful resurrection account from Matthew 28 and receive wisdom and comfort through the first three chapters of First Thessalonians. Hunter guides us through these impactful passages, highlighting the hope, love, and joy found in Christ, and closes with heartfelt prayers for overflowing love, strength, and gratitude. Whether you're gathering around God's Word for insight, comfort, or daily encouragement, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone—God is with you, and you are deeply loved. So grab your Bible, find a quiet spot, and join Hunter for a time of reflection, prayer, and gratitude on this beautiful day. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Grow and overflow in love. That's the prayer that is being prayed over us today in 1 Thessalonians. "May the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow." That's the kind of heart God is seeking to cultivate in us: a heart blazing with his abundant love, pouring out not just for some but for all. And the result of this overflowing love is that we are made strong, blameless, and holy, able to stand before God our Father when our Lord Jesus comes again. But how do we get there? Hunter reminds us: it's only by our union with Christ. It is his life in us—the Living Word—who alone can grow that kind of heart. He alone can strengthen us, make us blameless and holy, because he is the source of such love and the one who holds the words of life. That's who you are now: strong, blameless, holy, because you are found in Christ. So live into that reality today. Agree with it. Say amen to it. Let your heart rise into his love. Let this prayer echo in your own soul, for your family, for your loved ones, and for all who cross your path: that God's love would grow and overflow, making hearts strong, blameless, and holy, all by the power and presence of Christ dwelling within us. Let's let this prayer shape the way we see ourselves and one another. May gratitude fill our days, may the joy of the Lord be our strength, and may we never forget this: you are loved. That's the prayer for my soul, for my family, and for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. 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In this Bible Story, Paul is saved from certain death by the judge of Jerusalem. The jews spit and spite Paul, planning to take his life. Yet Paul remains protected by God through the Roman legal system. This story is inspired by Acts 22:30-23:35. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is Acts 23:3 from the King James Version.Episode 238: As Paul stood before the judge and a council of Pharisees, Sadducees, and Elders, he saw his opportunity to shift the attention from himself. He addressed the crowd in a loud voice saying that it was because of the hope of the resurrection from the dead that he was on trial. And at that, the crowd became divided, the Pharisees and Sadducees broke out into an argument so fierce that once again the judge had to send men to rescue Paul. While there in prison once again he received a word from God that He was sending him to Rome.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world’s greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today Dot and Cara are talking about the life-changing practice of gratitude, not just as a holiday tradition, but as a daily spiritual discipline. Starting with Paul's words in  1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, they share how giving thanks protects our hearts from bitterness and helps us remember God's goodness in difficult seasons. If you've struggled to find something to be thankful for this year, this conversation is for you. Grab your Bible and a journal, and join us as we discuss what it means to live with a heart of gratitude.Got a question about today's episode or something else you'd like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know! Episode recap:Start by writing down 1Thessalonians 5:16-18 (0:08)The practice of gratitude has helped Cara more than any other discipline (3:00)You can acknowledge when things aren't good and give thanks simultaneously (6:11)We can give thanks because God always meets us where we are (9:35) Remembrance is a key to gratefulness (13:08)You can practice something you don't fully understand (18:54)You don't have to wait until you feel like it (20:54)Ask God to help you see what to be thankful for (22:50)Cara is finding thankfulness in quiet Thanksgivings with just her mom and dad (27:11)Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at hello@dotbowen.com.Watch Write this Down! on YouTubeFind Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook Scripture Verse:  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV) “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

On his second missionary journey recorded in Acts, Paul stopped in the port city of Thessalonica, preached in the synagogue, and a church formed in the city. In just a few short weeks, a riot began, and Paul was forced to leave the fledgling church body. Here in today's passage, Paul attempts to answer some unresolved questions that they have covering an array of topics. Though they had some misunderstandings, overall, they appear to be a faithful, God-fearing church, laboring side-by-side while looking for the Lord's return.1 Thessalonians 1 - 1:09 . 1 Thessalonians 2 - 2:58 . 1 Thessalonians 3 - 7:43 . 1 Thessalonians 4 - 9:51 . 1 Thessalonians 5 - 12:56 . Isaiah 46 - 16:49 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

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In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Thessalonians 3:8, David Platt calls us to help others stand firm in the Lord.Explore more content from Radical.