Podcasts about 7isaiah

For all who are on the broad path leading to destruction who want to get on the narrow path leading to life, I have bad news and good news. The bad news? You're in trouble. The good news? There's definately hope!Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.Scripture Used in Today's MessageMatthew 7:13-141 John 1:7Isaiah 64:6Romans 6:231 Peter 3:182 Corinthians 5:21If you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism experiences.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

Do you fear something bad will happen to your children? Do you spend hours down the rabbit hole of what-ifs? Continuing the series on anxiety, Britt and Tina are talking about how you can walk in freedom from the fear that something bad is going to happen to your kids. Below you will find verses you can run to when you feel anxiety rising.Join the Prayer Tribe https://mailchi.mp/24bba9787d3e/raisingkidsonyourknees Bible Verses to help you walk in freedom from fear and anxiety:Psalm 91Phil. 4:6-8Psalm 94:19Matt 6:341 Peter 5:7Isaiah 43:1-2Psalm 62:1-2Isaiah 41:10Joshua 1:9Jer. 29:11-13Isaiah 41:13Matt 11:28-30John 10:10Psalm 9:9Deut. 31:6Romans 8:38-39Psalm 55:22Psalm 3:3-4Psalm 4:8 Rest Refresh Renew Retreat Information and Registration https://RaisingKidsonYourKnees.org/rest-refresh-renew-retreatFlying Arrow Production

Tap here to send us a message!The greatest battle we face each day is fought in the mind—the struggle to believe that God is truly for us, not against us. It's the war between truth and lies, where we must hold fast to the promise that we are not beyond repair and that His strength is made perfect in our weakness. In Christ, we are not victims of fear or despair, but overcomers called to walk in peace, victory, and purpose.05/04/2025 - Sunday Afternoon Scriptures:Colossians 1:19-22Genesis 3:13II Corinthians 11:3Proverbs 23:7Job 3:25II Corinthians 4:4Philippians 4:8I Corinthians 2:16II Timothy 1:7Isaiah 26:3Ephesians 4:22-24I Corinthians 2:14Romans 8:5-11Philippians 2:5Jeremiah 10:23II Corinthians 10:3-5Colossians 1:19-22John 8:24, 31, 32, 34, 36

Why does God allow suffering? Why does evil exist? Why do some people die while others live? These are the deep, soul-searching questions we all wrestle with at some point in our lives. In this episode, we explore the biggest "why" questions we have for God—questions about justice, suffering, and divine purpose. Join us as we confront the difficult realities of suffering, the fairness of God, and the ultimate question: Why did Jesus have to suffer? This episode challenges us to shift our perspective from questioning God's fairness to standing in awe of his wisdom, patience, and power.Jonah 1:2Jonah 3:4-10Jonah 4:1-4Psalm 37:71 John 4:16Romans 5:3-5Job 1:1-3Job 3:11Job 21:7,15Job 13:3,24Job 40-42Job 38:1-7Luke 9:221 Samuel 15:2,3Exodus 17Deuteronomy 25:17,18Genesis 3John 3:16John 13:7Isaiah 55:8Romans 8:28 You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5JAbout "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what's cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what's best.Hit up C.L. on social media:- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23- TikTok: @clwhiteside 

We explore the message of the prophets and their prophecies about a coming king who will restore everything, a true beacon of hope for the nation and the entire world. We see further details about the promised king, describing him as more than just a man, but also God himself. We discuss the future of Israel under the king's reign and the hope in his resurrection. Further, we highlight prophecies about a new covenant God plans for Israel and their return to their land after exile.Bible ReadingsIsaiah 9:2-7Isaiah 53:2-12Jeremiah 31:31-34Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgOur sessions use various translations including the ESV, BSB, CSB, NASB,...

Tap here to send us a message!Every life is marked by a series of seasons, each with its unique purpose and challenges—some bringing trials or blessings, others testing patience or offering triumphs. Yet, every season inevitably changes. It is important for God's people to discern and follow His will in each phase of life, remaining faithful until His perfect timing ushers in the next chapter.12/29/2024 - Sunday AfternoonScriptures:I Chronicles 29:29-30Ecclesiastes 7:2Galatians 6:10Psalm 31:15Psalm 42:7Isaiah 43:2Acts 2:38

Tap here to send us a message!God has given us clear expectations for how to live in a way that pleases Him, but we often encounter challenges that are beyond our ability to overcome. It is in these moments of weakness that God reveals His greatest power, doing what only He can. Those who trust Him fully and rely on His Word are able to experience His miraculous work firsthand.12/08/2024 - Sunday AfternoonScriptures:I Samuel 20:18-23, 35-39I Chronicles 12:32Hebrews 11:3Matthew 13:19Proverbs 4:7Deuteronomy 20:1I Corinthians 3:7Isaiah 43:19

Teacher: Adam BarnettIsaiah 9:6Isaiah 9:1-5Isaiah 9:6-7Isaiah 9:2-7, MSGMighty God - El Gibbor1 - Jesus is God.Philippians 2:6-7“He took to himself what he was not, while remaining what he was … he continued to be what he is, while appearing to us as what we are.” – Augustine2 - Jesus is a Warrior.Luke 1:46-513 - Jesus sees your battles and cares.

Have you ever wondered why there appear to be two different genealogies for Jesus? Has a skeptic ever challenged you about this? The answer isn't apparent without digging deeper into Scripture, but we'll find that answer in today's Daily Word & PrayerScripture Used in Today's MessageMatthew 1:16Luke 3:23Isaiah 9:6-7Isaiah 52:13, 53:11Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.TomthePreacher.comWe send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

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 Isaiah's prophecy that a remnant would be returning to the mighty God. 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:Isaiah 26:3Isaiah 10:21Matthew 5:17Hebrews 1:1-2Isaiah 1:1-4Luke 4:21Isaiah 6:1-7Isaiah 7:14Isaiah 9:6Genesis 12:3Isaiah 10:5-25Galatians 3:29   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

Main Scripture - 1 Samuel 26 Download the Group Guide Remember What God Did to Grasp What He Will Do1 Samuel 26:6-8Psalm 77:11-12Psalm 119:105John 14:26Repentance Is a Great Teacher If You Pay Attention1 Samuel 26:9-121 Samuel 26:18-202 Corinthians 7:10God Is Doing More than You Can See1 Samuel 26:21-252 Corinthians 5:7Isaiah 45:15John 13:7Application Points:Remember the works of God so you can imagine what He will doKnow the difference between godly grief and worldly griefRepent of sin before it warps your mindTrust God even when you can't understand what He is doing

In honor of Bathsheba, Janie is taking us through memorizing and meditating on Proverbs 31:26-27 and 30-31. Bathsheba was the OG Proverbs 31 woman! Her wise words given to Solomon are worth memorizing and emulating. Scripture Memory Begins at 31:03Bible Verses Referenced:Proverbs 31:26-27Proverbs 31:30-31Proverbs 9:10Genesis 22:12Deuteronomy 10:12-13Acts 9:31Genesis 41:40Proverbs 18:20-21Deuteronomy 6:6-7Isaiah 52:8Ezekiel 3:17Ezekiel 33:6-7Isaiah 62:6"Grace Greater than our Sin" by Bradley KnightSisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! And don't forget to visit Janie's restaurant, The Biscuit Bar, if you're in the DFW Area. Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as yourwield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett

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 question to the disciples concerning their little faith. 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:Ephesians 5:15-12Matthew 8:262 Timothy 3:16-17Matthew 9Matthew 1:1-17Luke 8:23-38Ephesians 2:8-9Matthew 5-7Isaiah 55:7-8Matthew 3:13-17Matthew 4:24Luke 8:22-25Matthew 8:23-27Matthew 8:5-13Galatians 3:29Isaiah 43:1-32 Corinthians 5:8Isaiah 26:3   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the Show.

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 reminder that GOD gave the people through Isaiah about regarding HIM as Holy and fearing and trembling before HIM and no one else. 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:Psalm 119:160John 17:17John 14:6John 1:14Luke 8:11Isaiah 8:13Isaiah 1:1-20Isaiah 6:1-7Isaiah 8:5-15Psalm 37:1-9Isaiah 26:3   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the Show.

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 Isaiah's prophecy concerning the virgin who would bear a son and His name would be Immanuel. 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:Psalm 119:160John 17:17Matthew 4:4Isaiah 7:14Isaiah 1:1-202 Timothy 3:16-17Isaiah 6:1-7Isaiah 7:1-14Matthew 1:18-23Luke 1:26-38   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the Show.

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 Yahweh's instructions to Gideon for separating the army who would fight with him against the Midianites. 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:Judges 7:4Judges 1:1-3Judges 6:12-7:4Zechariah 4:6Judges 7:5-7Isaiah 55:7-82 Corinthians 5:7   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the Show.

The love of God has the power to change a life and to change the world.But what does God's love -- real love -- look like? How is it different from the world's fake love?Join me for today's  Daily Word & Prayer as we continue our study of "The Love Chapter" -- 1 Corinthians 13Scripture Used in Today's Message1 Corinthians 13:1-7Isaiah 5:20-23Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.åTomthePreacher.comWe send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email.Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

Tap here to send us a message!It is essential for everyone who reads God's Word to recognize the profound difference between earthly fear and the fear of God. Unchecked earthly fear can paralyze us and hinder our relationship with God. The fear of God, on the other hand, is directly connected to love for Him and causes the fears of this world to diminish.05/23/2024 - Thursday NightScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):Psalm 111:10Proverbs 9:10Proverbs 1:7Isaiah 11:3I John 4:18II Timothy 1:7Hebrews 12:28Revelation 21:8Psalm 112:1Psalm 130:3-4Psalm 103:17Luke 1:50Psalm 19:9Acts 10:35Psalm 147:11Psalm 34:9Proverbs 10:27Proverbs 14:26Proverbs 22:4Psalm 34:7Proverbs 16:6Proverbs 8:13Acts 9:31Psalm 34:11Proverbs 1:29Revelation 19:5

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the prophet Habakkuk's realization that even in the difficult times that we may not understand, we can still rejoice in the LORD, and take joy in the God of our salvation. 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 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 17:17Matthew 4:4Luke 9:23Habakkuk 3:18Hebrews 12:61 Kings 11:1-132 Kings 7:16Habakkuk 1:1-5Habakkuk 2:1-3, 14Habakkuk 3Philippians 4:4-7Isaiah 26:3  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

Engaging in a life of prayer unveils a powerful and transformative connection with God. This tool allows us to communicate intimately with Him, and when our fervent prayers align with His divine purpose, He will respond. Cultivating a dedicated prayer life truly has the potential to revolutionize every aspect of one's walk with God.03/10/2024 - Sunday MorningScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):James 5:13-18I John 5:14Jude 1:20 James 5:17James 4:2Psalm 66:18I Peter 3:7Isaiah 65:24James 5:13

On today's episode, you'll meet Sarah (Sarai), Abraham's wife, and hear about her wild ride of waiting on the Lord. You'll learn that your waiting is never wasted...that waiting on the Lord is actually for YOUR benefit. Also you'll hear all about Janie's cold plunging escapades.Bible Verses Referenced:Genesis 11:30Genesis 16:1-6Genesis 17:15-16Genesis 18:9-15Genesis 21:1-7Isaiah 40:31Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! And don't forget to visit Janie's restaurant, The Biscuit Bar, if you're in the DFW Area. Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as your wield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners Peter's exhortation to the believers  concerning keeping their conduct among the Gentiles honorable so that when they were spoken of as evildoers, the others would see their good works and glorify God on the day of visitation. JOIN DR. JORI IN JOURNALING IN 2024!Today's YouTube Short focusing on this verse: 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 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:Ephesians 1:31 Peter 2:12Titus 2:71 Peter 1:1-2John 1:35-42Matthew 4:18-20Luke 22:31-34Romans 5:81 Peter 5:8John 6:441 Peter 2:1-121 Peter 1:6-7Isaiah 10:3Jeremiah 27:22Matthew 5:14-16  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

Do you ever wonder why there are four gospels and not just one?It might seem redundant, but it's not. There's a deep mystery here that I find fascinating.Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answer and see another reason why they Bible isn't just another book.Scripture Used in Today's MessageIsaiah 9:6-7Isaiah 52:13-15To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/supportWho do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TicTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.TomthePreacher.comWe send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email.************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the reminder that the writer of the letter to the Hebrews gave concerning the new covenant that God was going to make with His people and that this was in Jesus.  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 14:6John 6:44John 1:14Hebrews 10:162 Timothy 3:16-17John 17:17Hebrews 13:22Hebrews 11Hebrews 4:12Hebrews 2:1Hebrews 1:1-4Hebrews 10:1Romans 7:7Isaiah 55:8-9Hebrews 10:2-18Psalm 40:6-8Matthew 5:172 Peter 1:21Exodus 12:37-38Hebrews 8:1-8Jeremiah 31:31-34Ephesians 3:1-13Galatians 3:29Psalm 119:11 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

No sacrifice has ever been able to remit sin except for that of Jesus Christ on the cross. It is His blood, as the perfect Lamb of God, that has the power to overcome our sins. As He took on the sins of the world, He gave us the opportunity to follow His plan for salvation and live with Him for eternity. 08/06/2023 - Sunday MorningScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):Revelation 7:14Philippians 2:6-8Psalms 51:7Isaiah 1:18I Corinthians 6:9-11I Peter 1:18-19

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners these words from Revelation telling about how the Lamb will be the shepherd and guide to springs of living water.   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:Psalm 119:160Revelation 7:17Matthew 24:36Revelation 1:1-31 John 1:1-4John 19:26-272 Timothy 3:16-17Revelation 1:4-6, 9-20Daniel 7:9-13Revelation 5:1-5, 9-13Revelation 7:9-17Psalm 23John 4:13-14John 10:1-18Revelation 22:1-7Isaiah 53:4-7  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the truth that God knows our hearts.  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. You will be able to see in a YouTube video soon.  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:Psalm 119:160John 17:17Matthew 5:14-161 Peter 2:9John 1:4-5,9Hebrews 13:8Lamentations 3:22-24Amos 5:8Matthew 4:42 Chronicles 6:30Genesis 3Genesis 12:3Genesis 15:12-16Romans 7:7Isaiah 55:8-91 Kings 11:11-132 Chronicles 6:1-9, 14-211 Peter 2:9-102 Chronicles 6:28-31Romans 3:23Psalm 51:10Jeremiah 31:31-34  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners what scripture tells us about Noah and that he found favor in the eyes of the Lord.   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. You will be able to see in a YouTube video soon.  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:1 Timothy 6:7Isaiah 55:11Genesis 6:8Deuteronomy 31:9John 5:46Genesis 1:1-2John 1:1-2Hebrews 1:2-3Colossians 1:15-17Psalm 119:1602 Timothy 3:16-17James 1:15Romans 6:231 Corinthians 15:20-24Genesis 5:25-6:8Genesis 9:12-15Genesis 6:9-22Ephesians 2:8-9  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode we discuss the vital importance of being honest and transparent in our relationship with the Lord and opening up all of our hearts to Him, even the parts where we are confused, discouraged, frustrated, etc. We discuss how all of this can actually serve to deepen our relationship with Jesus.Other episodes mentioned in this one:Episode 62: Trust the Lord, not the meansScriptures referenced:Matthew 7:28-29Luke 10:38-42Matthew 8:5-13Job 42:7-9Proverbs 13:12aPsalm 10:1Psalm 10:17-18Psalm 13:1-6Psalm 139:4John 17:3Psalm 62:8Numbers 11:4-17Jonah 4Matthew 11:28Romans 5:8John 3:16Luke 15:3-7Isaiah 40:11Genesis 32:24-30Luke 11:5-13Luke 18:1-8Psalm 107:6Psalm 138:3Romans 8:12 Corinthians 12:8-91 Thessalonians 5:16-18James 1:2-42 Corinthians 1:3-4Psalm 27:13-14Support 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!

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the podcast! This episode is the bonus episode I teased last week. For those that know me personally, know I enjoy researching; learning new things. And living in the Bible Belt, many things I've been taught, I've come to find aren't as accurate as I thought. And so a potential series has been born: Devil's in the Details, the show that discusses biblical or Christian misinterpretations or misconceptions. If this episode does well, I will continue forward with more episodes, along with keeping up on the Cookeville Ghost Hunters podcast. So I hope you all enjoy the research!Sources:(YouTube)"Is the Fall of Satan really described in the Bible?" video by Southern Seminaryhttps://youtu.be/UzSHFiVsUGU(Websites)"The Devil in the Details of the Old Testament: Is Satan in the Hebrew Bible?"https://www.1517.org/articles/the-devil-in-the-details-of-the-old-testament-is-satan-in-the-hebrew-bible"How the Serpent in the Garden Became Satan"https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-topics/bible-interpretation/how-the-serpent-in-the-garden-became-satan/Verses in Scripture:Genesis 3:1Numbers 22:22-321 Kings 5:41 Chronicles 21:1Job 1:6-12Psalms 109:6-7Isaiah 14:12Zechariah 3:1-3Support the show

Main Passage - Matthew 27:27-44Download the Group GuideThe Crucifixion Reveals the Depth of Human SinMatthew 27:26-44The Crucifixion Reveals the Sacrificial Perfection of JesusMatthew 27:42-43Deuteronomy 21:22-23Galatians 3:131 Peter 2:23The Crucifixion Reveals the Sovereign Love of GodMatthew 27:40Luke 23:39-43Psalm 22:7Isaiah 53:3-6John 3:16Application PointsRepent of your sin that put Jesus on the crossBe reminded of the sacrifice that Jesus made for your sinTrust that God's love is greater than all sinBelieve that Jesus is faithful to save all who believe

Jesus Before PilateMatthew 27:27-44Download the Group GuideThe Crucifixion Reveals the Depth of Human SinMatthew 27:26-44The Crucifixion Reveals the Sacrificial Perfection of JesusMatthew 27:42-43Deuteronomy 21:22-23Galatians 3:131 Peter 2:23The Crucifixion Reveals the Sovereign Love of GodMatthew 27:40Luke 23:39-43Psalm 22:7Isaiah 53:3-6John 3:16Application PointsRepent of your sin that put Jesus on the crossBe reminded of the sacrifice that Jesus made for your sinTrust that God's love is greater than all sinBelieve that Jesus is faithful to save all who believe

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners how necessary it is for believers to acknowledge the LORD and trust the LORD in all things.  NEW!!!!  MARCH 2023 VERSE CALENDARThis calendar has the schedule of the daily podcast focus verses for March 2023.  Click on the link below for a  PDF File that you may print or keep on your computer, tablet or phone.  I hope to add a video in a couple days to show you how I have used this in a personal devotional/prayer journal.  Final March 2023 Verse Calendar.pdf - Google Drive 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. You will be able to see in a YouTube video soon.  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:Ephesians 5:15-17Matthew 4:4John 16:33Luke 9:23Proverbs 3:61 Kings 3:5-141 Kings 4:29-321 Kings 11:1-132 Timothy 3:16-17Proverbs 1:1-7Isaiah 55:8-9Proverbs 3:1-8Psalm 51:101 Thessalonians 5:17Psalm 119:105Colossians 1:9-14 Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

As a single parent how often do you feel like you are running on empty?Everyday when you get up,  it's go, go, go and you just go until your light goes out. From school to daycare to work to after school activities, homework, dinner, dishes, laundry, bathtime, storytime, bedtime and maybe some you time. And that's IF you didn't fall asleep while putting your babies to bed. Now for some peeps it doesn't stop there. After your kids go to bed, you go to work on either a second job working remotely from home or you attend school online. All in an effort to either make up for the loss of income, as you are now one, OR you are the one trying to better your family's future.Girl, you aren't even gassed you are straight up EMPTY! BIBLE REFERENCES: 2 Timothy 4:7Isaiah 40:31Luke 4:18John 5:30REGISTER FOR THE "WHAT'S NEXT" SOLO PARENT CONFERENCE:http://www.shepherdsvillage.com/whatsnextsolos23SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform.https://shepherdsvillage.com/podcastNEED PRAYER: Call 855-822-PRAY or click here.INFORMATION & INSPIRATION: Shepherds Village University

Galatians 5:7Isaiah 40:31Support the show

Being a godly parent can be exhausting. Is it worth it? Will it stick? It seems so much easier to not care. We look at Nehemiah 4 for an amazing analogy that dates 450 years before Christ even entered the picture. We then examine what it means to gird yourself with the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.We have a war to fight, believer. Now is not the time to back down. Scriptures used: John 14:6Acts 4:121 Tim. 2:5Romans 10:9John 1:14Matthew 10:34-35Revelation 1:16, 2:12-16, 19:11-16Ephesians 6:7Isaiah 11:14, 49:22 Thess. 2:8Hebrews 4:12Jude 1:12-252 John 1:7-111 John 5:18-21Thanks for listening today! Feedback is always appreciated. You can email at biblesandbarbellspodcast@gmail.com or visit my instagram and website for more info.

Trusting in God's presence and goodness is a simple enough concept, but let's not mistake that for being easy. In today's episode, Sue engages with a brother in Christ, Paul Granger, to spur us on as we seek to trust God when our human understanding is leading us astray.    When asked who he is, Paul likes to say "a child of God and ambassador of Christ," because he's learned that these elements of his identity supersede and shape the rest. One of the ways God has invited him to live out the call to "love God and love others" is through creating space for conversation and community, and advocating for those that may go unseen. He has spent the last two decades serving with various ministries, and now serves full time alongside YWAM. He is a well of wisdom; get your journals ready and come hungry for this spiritual feeding!  Please SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty InternationalDonation Page// Cru-Crown of Beauty InternationalCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//WebsiteSUBMIT your own scenarios or questionsEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comVerses Mentioned in the Show:Hebrews 11:1Hebrews 11Matthew 14:25-291 Corinthians 3:2Job 38:4-7Psalm 139:14Luke 10:27Matthew 6:33Daniel 3:16-28Luke 15:11-32Philippians 4:122 Corinthians 5:7Isaiah 55:8-91 Corinthians 13:9-12Proverbs 3:5-6Matthew 4:1-11Resources Mentioned in the Show:Paul's Podcast Broken, but Undefeated 

Merry Christmas from our Hymn Talk Twin Talk family to all of you!Thank you for finding Hymn Talk Twin Talk and listening to this episode. We pray that this hymn will be a blessing to you, may you hear the words with new ears today, may the truth of Jesus's birth be brought to life in a new, creative way through this text and music.The collaboration of Redner and Brooks is exquisite.... the inspired words, the lovely tune, the many, many Bible references, the captivating harmonies. We are just delighted to be talking about O Little Town of Bethlehem.This episode was recorded live on Sunday, December 18, at First Baptist Church in Reading, Massachusetts. If you are interested in having Hymn Talk Twin Talk come to your church, please reach out! We would love to talk about a hymn with your congregation.Things we talk about this episode:First Baptist Church, ReadingTrinity Church, BostonChurch of the Holy Trinity, PhiladelphiaBrooks School, North AndoverChurch of the Nativity, BethlehemHarvard UniversityPhillips Brooks HouseBible readings:1 SAMUEL 16:1-5, 10-13ISAIAH 9:6-7ISAIAH 9:2MICAH 5:2-5LUKE 5:30-32Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you for listening.~Kerrie and KellieKeep singing!#hymntalktwintalkPsalm 104:33Facebook: Hymn Talk Twin TalkTwitter: @hymntalkInstagram: @hymntalktwintalkEmail: hymntalktwintalk@gmail.comPodcast Hosting Site: www.redcircle.com/shows/hymn-twin-talk

O Come, O Come EmmanuelSeries: The Gospel According to Christmas Carols Preacher: Rev. Murdo M CampbellMidweek MeetingDate: 21st December 2022Passages: Isaiah 11:1-5Isaiah 9:6-7Isaiah 7:14

Originally aired December 21, 2020.In this episode we are going to unwrap the depths of Isaiah 9:6 as a present from God for the first Christmas.Isaiah 9:6: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace."We look at each phrase and cross reference to see that it is a prophecy of the Messiah.We also compare it with Isaiah 7:14 to verify that the Messiah would be truly born of a virgin.We put other possible fulfillments to the test such as King Hezekiah, Isaiah's son, or someone unknown from history.We challenge ourselves to remember that the ultimate purpose of Jesus' coming is to be the king over the earth. His suffering and atonement secures his citizenry.We look at the name of the son as "Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." We find each part of this name describing God in the book of Isaiah.We take on challenges against the incarnation and the deity of Christ as we explore this marvelous Hebrew name.Sources Cited:Zhava Glaser, "Almah: Virgin or Young Maiden?" JewsforJesus.org, September 1, 1993.Justin Martyr, "Dialogue with Trypho, Chapter 84," trans. Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson.Jews for Judaism, "Isaiah 7:14 - A Virgin Birth?" JewsforJudaism.org.Scriptures Referenced:Isaiah 9:6-7"unto us a son is given"Isaiah 7:14Matthew 1:23Isaiah 8:1-18Joel 1:8Song of Solomon 6:18Jeremiah 31:22"and the government shall be upon his shoulder"1 Peter 2:72 Thessalonians 1:7-9Revelation 19:13"and his name shall be called"Isaiah 40:10-11Ezekiel 34:23-24"Wonderful Counselor"Isaiah 25:1Isaiah 28:29"Mighty God"Ezekiel 32:21Ezekiel 28:2,7-9Isaiah 10:20-21Jeremiah 32:18Jeremiah 23:5-6Daniel 7:13-14,27"Everlasting Father"Isaiah 57:15Isaiah 63:16"Prince of Peace"Isaiah 2:4Isaiah 45:7Is this about Hezekiah?Isaiah 9:7Isaiah 39:5-7*** Castle Rock Women's Health is a pro-life and pro-women health care ministry. They need your help to move into a new office to serve the community better. Please consider a monthly or one-time donation. ***We value your feedback!Have questions for Truthspresso? Contact us!

Originally aired December 21, 2020.In this episode we are going to unwrap the depths of Isaiah 9:6 as a present from God for the first Christmas.Isaiah 9:6: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace."We look at each phrase and cross reference to see that it is a prophecy of the Messiah.We also compare it with Isaiah 7:14 to verify that the Messiah would be truly born of a virgin.We put other possible fulfillments to the test such as King Hezekiah, Isaiah's son, or someone unknown from history.We challenge ourselves to remember that the ultimate purpose of Jesus' coming is to be the king over the earth. His suffering and atonement secures his citizenry.We look at the name of the son as "Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." We find each part of this name describing God in the book of Isaiah.We take on challenges against the incarnation and the deity of Christ as we explore this marvelous Hebrew name.Sources Cited:Zhava Glaser, "Almah: Virgin or Young Maiden?" JewsforJesus.org, September 1, 1993.Justin Martyr, "Dialogue with Trypho, Chapter 84," trans. Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson.Jews for Judaism, "Isaiah 7:14 - A Virgin Birth?" JewsforJudaism.org.Scriptures Referenced:Isaiah 9:6-7"unto us a son is given"Isaiah 7:14Matthew 1:23Isaiah 8:1-18Joel 1:8Song of Solomon 6:18Jeremiah 31:22"and the government shall be upon his shoulder"1 Peter 2:72 Thessalonians 1:7-9Revelation 19:13"and his name shall be called"Isaiah 40:10-11Ezekiel 34:23-24"Wonderful Counselor"Isaiah 25:1Isaiah 28:29"Mighty God"Ezekiel 32:21Ezekiel 28:2,7-9Isaiah 10:20-21Jeremiah 32:18Jeremiah 23:5-6Daniel 7:13-14,27"Everlasting Father"Isaiah 57:15Isaiah 63:16"Prince of Peace"Isaiah 2:4Isaiah 45:7Is this about Hezekiah?Isaiah 9:7Isaiah 39:5-7*** Castle Rock Women's Health is a pro-life and pro-women health care ministry. They need your help to move into a new office to serve the community better. Please consider a monthly or one-time donation. ***We value your feedback!Have questions for Truthspresso? Contact us!

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Isaiah 9: 1-7Isaiah 9: 1-7 (NIV) Christmas without Jesus offers no hope whatsoever. At best it provides a momentary distraction from the gloomy news and the troubles of life. Conversely, Christmas with Jesus offers us a vision of the world that is supremely hopeful. One in which sin, death, evil and darkness are abolished forever. 

The children of Israel knew the ACTS of God, but Moses knew the WAYS of God.Do you?You must learn the ways of God if you hope to become the man or woman God designed you to be.Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn valuable insights into the way God works in people's livesWho do you know who needs to hear this message? Go ahead and share it with them!Scripture Used in Today's MessagePsalm 103:7Isaiah 55:9To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TicTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.TomthePreacher.comWe send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email.************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

10/16/2022 - Sunday MorningScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):II Samuel 5:13-25Psalm 18:6Psalm 86:1, 3, 6-7Isaiah 59:1Psalm 139:1-4Exodus 3:7Hebrews 4:15Hebrews 2:18I Samuel 17:34-37II Samuel 22:1-2John 8:36Psalm 34:19, 3-8II Samuel 5:19-20, 23-24John 3:8Acts 2:1-4, 38II Samuel 5:24I Samuel 30:6I Corinthians 6:19-20Galatians 5:16

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners how following the Law cannot perfect those who draw near, but faith in Jesus and what He has done is what allows us to be cleansed and made perfect or whole. 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 17:17Romans 1:16-17Hebrews 10:1John 16:13Genesis 3:1Psalm 119:11Hebrews 13:22Hebrews 1:1-4Hebrews 2:1Luke 9:23Deuteronomy 28-30Matthew 23:1-6Luke 11:46Romans 7:7Isaiah 55:8-9Hebrews 9:23-10:1Jeremiah 31:31-34Hebrews 8:12Hebrews 4:14-16Ephesians 2:8-9Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

A Miraculous DeliveranceActs of the Apostles 12:1-17 NLTAbout that time King Herod Agrippa began to persecute some believers in the church. He had the apostle James (John's brother) killed with a sword. When Herod saw how much this pleased the Jewish people, he also arrested Peter. (This took place during the Passover celebration.) Then he imprisoned him, placing him under the guard of four squads of four soldiers each. Herod intended to bring Peter out for public trial after the Passover. But while Peter was in prison, the church prayed very earnestly for him. The night before Peter was to be placed on trial, he was asleep, fastened with two chains between two soldiers. Others stood guard at the prison gate. Suddenly, there was a bright light in the cell, and an angel of the Lord stood before Peter. The angel struck him on the side to awaken him and said, “Quick! Get up!” And the chains fell off his wrists. Then the angel told him, “Get dressed and put on your sandals.” And he did. “Now put on your coat and follow me,” the angel ordered. So Peter left the cell, following the angel. But all the time he thought it was a vision. He didn't realize it was actually happening. They passed the first and second guard posts and came to the iron gate leading to the city, and this opened for them all by itself. So they passed through and started walking down the street, and then the angel suddenly left him. Peter finally came to his senses. “It's really true!” he said. “The Lord has sent his angel and saved me from Herod and from what the Jewish leaders had planned to do to me!” When he realized this, he went to the home of Mary, the mother of John Mark, where many were gathered for prayer. He knocked at the door in the gate, and a servant girl named Rhoda came to open it. When she recognized Peter's voice, she was so overjoyed that, instead of opening the door, she ran back inside and told everyone, “Peter is standing at the door!” “You're out of your mind!” they said. When she insisted, they decided, “It must be his angel.” Meanwhile, Peter continued knocking. When they finally opened the door and saw him, they were amazed. He motioned for them to quiet down and told them how the Lord had led him out of prison. “Tell James and the other brothers what happened,” he said. And then he went to another place.• • •1. God's peace is beyond our understanding. (v. 6)2. God's grace brings freedom to our lives. (v. 7-11)3. God's power is unstoppable. (v. 12-17)• • •Challenge: Ephesians 3:20 tells us that God is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think. Do you believe this promise to be true in your life? Trusting that God is sovereign over all things should give us confidence as Christians that in any and all circumstances in life, God will work all things out for our good and for His glory.Supporting Texts:James 5:16Romans 8:28Philippians 4:6-7Isaiah 41:10Ephesians 6:10-18

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners Isaiah's prophecy about Jesus, the Messiah, found in this verse and others. 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 119:160Proverbs 30:52 Timothy 2:151 Peter 3:15Isaiah 9:7Isaiah 28:10Isaiah 1:1-4Isaiah 1:18-20Isaiah 6:1-9Isaiah 7:14Matthew 1:23Isaiah 8:14Romans 9:32-331 Peter 2:8Isaiah 8:44-9:72 Samuel 7:11-16Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners Jesus's words about being the light of the world. 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 119:160John 14:61 John 1:9Matthew 4:4John 9:51 John 1:1-32 Timothy 3:16-17John 20:30-312 Corinthians 5:7Romans 10:17John 19:26-27John 8:48-59Exodus 3:14John 9:1-7Isaiah 9:2John 1:4,9-13John 8:12John 6:28-29Luke 19:10Ephesians 5:16Matthew 5:14-16Colossians 1:27Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners how important it is to fear God and not be concerned about what man may do, as long as our trust is in our Lord 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:Psalm 119:160John 14:6Isaiah 8:13Hebrews 2:6Isaiah 9:2-7Isaiah 7:14Isaiah 1:1Isaiah 6:1-132 Timothy 3:16-17Revelation 4, 5, 11Isaiah 1:18-201 John 1:9-10Acts 9Isaiah 6:13Isaiah 11:1-2Isaiah 1:2-4Isaiah 8:7-8Isaiah 8:11-13Matthew 10:16-33Exodus 20:2-6James 4:14Luke 9:23Romans 10:9-13Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners what Jesus spoke to the crowd about being the light of the world. 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.ERROR:  In the last minute or so of the podcast, I mentioned 1 Thessalonians chapter 4, but should have said 1 Thessalonians chapter 5. The correct reference is found below. Scripture References:Isaiah 55:11Ephesians 6:10-11Hebrews 2:1Exodus 3:3-4John 8:12Luke 6:12-161 John 1:1-41 John 5:13John 20:30-31John 3:16John 6:35John 7:37-39John 1:1-14Isaiah 9:2, 6-7Isaiah 42:1-6Isaiah 49:6-7Isaiah 60:1-3Psalm 119:105Genesis 1:1-3Colossians 1:16Hebrews 4:12John 14:61 John 1:5-81 John 2:8-111 Thessalonians 5:4-11Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners about Micah's example for us to looking to the Lord and waiting for Him in all things. 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 4:4Micah 7:7Isaiah 28:10Matthew 5:172 Corinthians 1:20Galatians 3:29Genesis 1-3Genesis 6:5-8Genesis 6-9Genesis 12:3Genesis 15:12-16Exodus 1-41 Samuel 8:4-91 Samuel 91 Samuel 13:14Acts 13:221 Kings 9:51 Kings 11Micah 5:2-5Micah 1:1Micah 6:9-7:7Habakkuk 2:1Matthew 14:23-33Psalm 40:1-3Hebrews 11Hebrews 12:1-3Psalm 40:16-17Psalm 46:10Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

About judgement the false concept of Eternal damnation Eternal destruction. Those being manipulations of translation rooted in very early church figures who wanted to make people dependent upon their denomination, their church for salvation rather than the Lord Jesus Christ and carried on. On through protestantism when the Great Reformation took place. All historically traceable the doctrines of Eternal damnation Eternal punishment or Eternal destruction, have their root in ancient Greek Egyptian and Persian religions, we asked the question then, how did these things geListen for more...Scripture referenced:1 Peter 4:6, 4:17, 1:7Isaiah 42:3, 26:92 Corinthians 4:10, 3:6Psalm 94:15Luke 12:49Romans 12:1Mark 9:49Matt 3:111 Cor 3:13-15For more Free books, Sunday teachings and bible studies, please visit us at: https://www.walkinginpower.orgDr. Bern Zumpano is a Pastor and Teacher of the Word of God who has authored several books on Spirit-filled living through relationship with Jesus Christ and walking in the Power of the Holy Spirit. Bern has not only been a born-again believer for nearly the past 40 years, but also dedicated 31 years of his life to the study and clinical practice of medicine and surgery in the fields of psychiatry and brain surgery. He has held medical school professorships in psychiatry and neurosurgery and worked in private practice in both areas. Bern has an immense background in understanding the physical body, as well as the soul - the mind, will, and emotions - not only from a medical standpoint but also from a spiritual standpoint. With his background and training, he has been led by the Holy Spirit to teach "the Deep Things of God" (1 Cor. 2:10) with an emphasis on Spiritual Warfare (Jer. 51:20), Breaking Generations' Curses (Ex. 20:5; Lev. 26:40-44), walking in the Power of the Holy Spirit (John 14:12; 1 Cor. 4:20; Luke 17:21) and "the Restoration of All Things" (Acts 3:21). We at Word of Faith Ministries International-Miami hope and pray that these teachings of the Holy Spirit through Bern will edify and regenerate your spirit to gain a deeper understanding of God's Word and His truths so you can have a deeper and more intimate relationship with Him. May God bless you all!!

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the necessity to fear the LORD and not go after worthless idols. 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:Amos 5:4Jeremiah 5:22Jeremiah 1:1-19Deuteronomy 30:11-20Jeremiah 2:1-8, 12-13, 17-21Jeremiah 5:14-25Exodus 24:7Romans 8:28Matthew 6:25-34Job 38:1-19Jeremiah 10:1-7Isaiah 44:12-201 John 5:20-21Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

Are you in a season where you feel like you just need a breather? God often whispers gently to us to slow down, yet we can easily become too busy to hear Him. And as time goes on, we can find ourselves emotionally drained, sick or burnt out having a hard time getting back up again.  But that's not the lifestyle God has called us to nor is it fruitful (I know because I've been there).If you're feeling that tug to slow down, listen in as I encourage you to create margin in your life & point you back to God. To seek Him, worship, pray and to focus on that first ministry in order to keep going. Bible verses mentioned:Matthew 11:28-30Matthew 6:33Luke 5:15-161 Timothy 5:13-15 2 Thessalonians 3Philippians 4:6-7Isaiah 55:6Songs to inspire you to create that margin:Lay It All DownJoy of the LordCome to the RiverEmbrace 

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners about how good the LORD is to those who wait on HIM and seek HIM.Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture References:Lamentations 3:25Jeremiah 1:1-3, 10, 15-19Lamentations 3:46-51Matthew 23:37-38Luke 19:41-44Lamentations 3:1-3, 21-26John 16:33Psalm 40:1-2Isaiah 40:31Psalm 25:1-3Isaiah 30:18Psalm 62:5-7Isaiah 55:6-7Jeremiah 29:13Hosea 10:12Psalm 9:10Psalm 34:10Psalm 40:16Psalm 70:4Psalm 105:4Zephaniah 2:3Matthew 6:33-34Isaiah 55:6-7Hebrews 11:6Psalm 25:4-10Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/awordforthP)

Where is God?The times that we're in can lead us to ask this question, 'Where is God?' But the Spirit of God is teaching me that there are two sides to this question, two different perspectives, two different motivations behind asking this question. 'Where is God?" Listen to what was found in my heart.Scriptural References:Matthew 26:63-68 Romans 8:28Luke 4:25-27 Matthews 13:22James 1;13Psalms 121:4Proverbs 3:5-6Philippians 4:6-7Isaiah 55:11

Anxiety is a common issue for many people. What is less common is knowing how to navigate anxiety, and so, we end up being overcome by it. But, God provides for the anxious through His peace and His presence. And while there is no magical, overnight solution to anxiety, we can find consistent hope and help in God's Word for our worries and fears. Come join us as we chat about navigating anxiety in an anxious world.    8:40 - What is anxiety and why are we so anxious?14:00 - How does anxiety impact our lives?20:50 - How should we handle anxiety as believers?25:00 - What does it mean that God gives us peace?29:30 - God is near to the anxious33:00 - How did God interact with those who were anxious in the Bible?35:45 - Practical tips for overcoming anxious thoughts43:30 - Final encouragement for all those who are anxious Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource “Working Through Your Fears” a beautiful PDF that will help you identify your fears and find specific Scriptures that will speak hope and strength to you in moments of anxiety.    Resources mentioned in this episode: Parks Board Game ESV Study Bible    Comfort for the Anxious Heart cards  Prayers for Anxiety Cards  Take Heart Devotional   Scripture mentioned in this episode: Philippians 4:6-7Isaiah 26:31 Peter 5:7Philippians 4:5Matthew 4:4Romans 8:1, 31-392 Corinthians 12:7-10   Related Resources: A Prayer for the Anxious  How to Fight Anxiety with Prayer New Morning Mercies Abiding in Christ with an Anxious Heart   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our Apple podcast page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an Apple podcast review to help spread the word about Daily Grace! We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! * 

Does it seem like our world (even your world) is coming apart?Are you fearful of what's going on?The Bible does give us a pathway to peace even when things around us are confusing and chaoticJoin me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.Scripture Used in today's Daily Word & PrayerPsalm 34:1-7Philippians 4:6-7Isaiah 26:3************ ALASKAN CRUISE *********Would like to join Tom & Roz Short on a God-focused, fun-filled cruise taking in the stunning beauty of Alaska? Join us this May! For details, click the link belowhttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/alaska************Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God in a personal way?  Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions that challenge our faith.Have you ever wanted to visit the Holy Land?Join me next February (2023) as I lead a tour of Israel!We'll study the life of Jesus at the very places He taught, performed His mighty miracles, was crucified, and resurrected! We'll also have plenty of worship, fellowship, and fun!For more info, check out my web page www.TomthePreacher.comHave you ever wanted to take a Cruise of Alaska?Why not join our TSCM tour group as we take in the adventure and encourage one another in our faith along the way?Find more information at www.TomthePreacher.com/alaska

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners what it means that we are "dust", but that the LORD breathes life into us!CORRECTION: In the podcast, I mention that "Moses came some 300 years later."  I should have said,  "Moses wasn't born until about 300 years after the last events recorded in Genesis."Scripture translation used is ESV.Scripture references:Genesis 2:7Genesis 1:24-27Genesis 2:5-7Genesis 1-3Psalm 139:14Genesis 3:19Philippians 1:6Isaiah 45:9-13Luke 15:3-7Isaiah 64:8-9Job 33:3-4Romans 8:1-112 Corinthians 4:7-10,13-182 Corinthians 5:6-10Numbers 6:24-26Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/awordforthP)

“Leaving a Legacy in 2022”Joshua 4:1-7Christians Are Commanded to Build a Life of LegacyJoshua 4:1-71 Samuel 7:10-12Psalm 145:3-5Discipleship Is About Leaving a Legacy of FaithDeuteronomy 6:1-2, 6-7Isaiah 26:8Proverbs 20:7Proverbs 13:22The Gospel Moves Forward Through LegacyHabakkuk 2:14Joshua 4:20-24Application Points:Live a life that builds memories of God workingPoint others to how God is workingOrder your life around discipleshipIf you don't like the legacy you are leaving, change it

“Leaving a Legacy in 2022”Joshua 4:1-7Christians Are Commanded to Build a Life of LegacyJoshua 4:1-71 Samuel 7:10-12Psalm 145:3-5Discipleship Is About Leaving a Legacy of FaithDeuteronomy 6:1-2, 6-7Isaiah 26:8Proverbs 20:7Proverbs 13:22The Gospel Moves Forward Through LegacyHabakkuk 2:14Joshua 4:20-24Application Points:Live a life that builds memories of God workingPoint others to how God is workingOrder your life around discipleshipIf you don't like the legacy you are leaving, change it

Today's show focuses on HOPE.  How many times this season  did we hear "I'm just not feeling the holidays this year" or read the many posts and news media cycles filled with bad news, grief, etc . One would be led to believe, if limited to this messaging,  that we are in a time of hopelessness. We are not. Individually, collectively...we always have a reason to hold onto hope and on any day if we can't get there, we have ways to recover and restore our hope.In this episode, I share 21 offerings that will support you in cultivating hope, even in the most trying of times. May it support you on your journey.App Resources shared in this episode:YouVersion (https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/)Insight Timer (https://insighttimer.com/)Liberate (https://liberatemeditation.com/)Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness ~Desmond TuTuFaith and hope must go together. Hope is your starting point, Faith is your completion. Hope knowing that your faith says it is going to happen ~Rev. Dr. Barbara King~Be Still and Know that I AM God ~Psalm 46:10And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. ~Romans 5:5Scripture references:Romans 12:2Proverbs 23:7Isaiah 40:31Jeremiah 29: 11-14Additional support:https://therapyforblackmen.org/https://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://www.betterhelp.com/https://try.talkspace.com/https://www.beyondthismoment.com/ 

The following episode is the second session of “Yet Even Now,” a conference centered on the book of Joel that Dayton Women in the Word had planned to host in March 2020. These audio sessions may be used along with the “Yet Even Now Podcast Companion Guide” and function as a 5-week personal or group study in the book of Joel. The Companion Guide offers a Read/Study/Listen plan to lead you through the content, and encourages you to learn about and use helpful study tools each week.Although we could not meet in person for this conference as planned, we pray these sessions prepared for the weekend will bless all the podcast listeners. Mary Thomas wants to live in a world where the church is undivided, so that we can be a light to the world. When she's not praying and studying her Bible, you can find her in her garden. She loves flowers, various leaf texture and color changes and how intricate they are! She's taught Precept International curriculum for over 20 years, serves in her church missions field in Africa, and intercedes for many. Her favorite Scripture is Philippians 2:1-7: "Therefore if there is any encouragement in Christ, if there is any consolation of love, if there is any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose. Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others. Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, and being made in the likeness of men.”Podcast Navigation: 00:00 Introduction01:30 Joel 1:4-2005:00 Why Study the Old Testament?07:00 Curses for Disobedience11:00 What is God saying to us today?12:00 Joel's Instructions14:50 Who/what caused the plague?17:12 Locust Description19:15 The Wrath of God20:30 The Locust Plague in Egypt22:45 The Life Stages of a Locust25:07 First Instruction: Awake27:16 How is sin like a locust?30:35 What can we do about sin?42:00 Lamenting with Sackcloth43:15 The Locusts' Impact on Worship47:00 How fresh is your oil?49:22 Second Instruction: Repent52:04 Ways to Fast 52:30 Why fast?56:57 Joel's One Line Prayer58:00 BenedictionOn this episode, Mary talks about the following references and resources:Yet Even Now Podcast Companion GuideDonate to DWITWJoel 1:4-201 Corinthians 10:11-12Deuteronomy 28:11-472 Timothy 3:16-17Daniel 9:1-19Joel 2:25Isaiah 45:5-7Exodus 10:1-20Genesis 1-2Genesis 4:7Matthew 12:34Proverbs 4:231 John 1:8-91 Corinthians 10:13Proverbs 28:13Psalm 103:11-12Psalm 51Hebrews 12:1-2Ephesians 2:6James 4:7James 1:22-25Ephesians 4:272 Corinthians 10:4-51 Corinthians 5:6Philippians 2:17Psalm 92:101 Samuel 2:12 Corinthians 1:21-22Psalm 36:5-7Isaiah 58:4-12Matthew 6:16-18Matthew 13:1-30Psalm 30:11-13 Current African Locust Plague Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough by Elmer TownsFasting by Jentezen Franklin

In our 100th episode, Robert and Andrew go to Hebrews 1 to discuss the Godhead and the relationship between God the Father and God the Son. We thank you for being with us through 100 episodes of bible study and hope you are blessed!Related Verses:Genesis 1:1John 1:1-3, 14Colossians 1:16-18Revelation 1:1-3Deuteronomy 6:4-7Isaiah 48:16-17Job 11:7Questions or Comments? Please reach out to us through email at truewisdom@spaceage-llc.com or on twitter @truewisdom_podGive instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. Proverbs 9:9-10We encourage you to look at “The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study”, and the series of podcasts that Andrew has done on it which can be found here.  This series is very important to understanding this episode, and we pray that this resource will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies overall.Related Podcasts: Who Is Like God?Support the show (https://TrueWisdom.buzzsprout.com)

Do you feel like you're in the waiting? Or as though you're in a season that has you feeling like you're wandering through the wilderness and praying for God to make a way out for you or someone you love? I've been there too and to be honest, part of me is still very much there in that wilderness. But God, He is faithful and uses all things for good.In this episode we identify:1) What wilderness of waiting you're in or have been in2) What it is teaching you3) How numbing yourself through it does not help4) How to walk through "the wilderness" in a healthy wayBible verse mentioned:John 13:7Isaiah 43:2Deuteronomy 31:6Bible studies mentioned:RuthWaitI hope you enjoyed this episode and again, thank you so much for tuning in!Message me or get daily inspiration on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianwhinery/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/jillianwhineryCoaching/Website: https://jillianwhinery.com/For wellness products or to join my team: https://www.arbonne.com/us/en/arb/jillianwhinery/

Today on It's My House Tv Podcast we shall be discussing on "Strategies That Pay Off Debt".  Our LIVE STREAM number is 619-768-2945. 2 Kings 4:1 -7Isaiah 65:21Mark 6:30 - 44

Today on It's My House Tv Podcast we shall be discussing on "Strategies That Pay Off Debt".  Our LIVE STREAM number is 619-768-2945.   2 Kings 4:1 -7Isaiah 65:21Mark 6:30 - 44

The Gospel Of John - The True Vine And The Branches - Pastor Mark RalstonNew King James VersionJohn 15:1-8Isaiah 5:1-7Isaiah 6:1-9Isaiah 53:1-5Matthew 13:24-30

Psalms 34:5Hebrews 12:2Psalms 34:7Isaiah 31:1Psalms 20:7-91 John 4:5-6If you enjoyed the sermon please contact us at bluespringsbaptisttemple@gmail.com or call (816) 229-7777 Let us know.

Genesis 3:8-19Genesis 22:15-18Isaiah 9:2, 6-7Isaiah 11:1-9Luke 1:26-35Luke 2:8-16John 1:1-14

Psalm 12:1-5Micah 7:1-7Isaiah 40:21-31Psalm 68:1-6, 21-23

Scriptures:James 2:18Psalms 112:6-7Isaiah 43:18-19Philippians 3:14Mountain Lessons:-The enemy is liar. -Believing the enemy produces fear which produces disobedience -Believing God produces faith which produced obedience -Don’t allow past circumstances dictate your obedience to God-Not only can you make it to your destination, you can make it to the top.-Everyone’s mountain top looks different.Song Suggestions:Won't He Do It - Koryn HawthorneMade a Way - Travis GreeneContact:morningraysofgrace@gmail.com@morningraysofgrace

Listen along as we continue our series looking at the character of God from Exodus 34:6-7 Sermon Notes/Quotes: Exodus 34:6-7Isaiah 55:8-9Isaiah 55:6-7 “The natural flow of the fallen human heart is toward reciprocity, tit-for-tat payback, equanimity, balancing of the scales. We are far more intractably law-ish than we realize. There is something healthy and glorious buried in that impulse, or course—made in God’s own image, we desire order and fairness rather than chaos. But that impulse, like every part of us, has been diseased by the ruinous fall into sin. Our capacity to apprehend the heart of God has gone into meltdown. We are left with an impoverished view of how he feels toward his people…So God tells us in plain terms how tiny our natural views of his heart are. His thoughts are not our thoughts. His ways are not our ways.” - Dane Ortlund “Forgiveness is not so much a word spoken, an action performed, or a feeling felt as it is an embodied way of life in an ever-deepening friendship with the Triune God and with others. As such, a Christian account of forgiveness ought not simply or even primarily be focused on the absolution of guilt; rather, it ought to be focused on the reconciliation of brokenness, the restoration of communion—with God, with one another, and with the whole creation.” - L. Gregory Jones "Forgiveness does not mean ignoring what has been done or putting a false label on an evil act. It means, rather, that the evil act no longer remains as a barrier to the relationship. Forgiveness is a catalyst creating the atmosphere necessary for a fresh start and a new beginning" Martin Luther King Jr.

APOCALYPSE NOW? THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRISTSUNDAY, JULY 12, 2020Revelation 1:1The entire Bible points to Jesus. It starts in Genesis 3 and brings the full revealing at the conclusion of Revelation. The Messiah Is Coming:Genesis 3:15Exodus 3: 13-14Isaiah 7:14Isaiah 9:6-7Isaiah 53:4-6The Messiah Has Come:Matthew 1:21The Mystery of the Messiah:Proverbs 25:2God does not hide things from us, but for us. Jesus died hidden, not yet revealed. 1 Corinthians 2:7-8 Mark 11:22-24 The Revelation of the final and great revealing of who and what Jesus really is!COMMUNITY GROUP QUESTIONS1. Do you know what your name means? If so, share. 2. Do you have a story of when you called on the name of Jesus and something significant happened?3. Have you been baptized in the Name of Jesus? If so, do you remember something special happening?

Sunday morning service, June 14 2020Scripture passages in this message: (Hover to view)Jeremiah 32:24Jeremiah 32:29Jeremiah 32:35Jeremiah 32:6-7Isaiah 1:9Isaiah 43:19Jeremiah 32:41-44Jeremiah 32:37Acts 2:42-47Jeremiah 32:39-40Jeremiah 33:6

Sunday morning service, June 14 2020Scripture passages in this message: (Hover to view) Jeremiah 32:24Jeremiah 32:29Jeremiah 32:35Jeremiah 32:6-7Isaiah 1:9Isaiah 43:19Jeremiah 32:41-44Jeremiah 32:37Acts 2:42-47Jeremiah 32:39-40Jeremiah 33:6

1 Chronicles 12:32Hebrews 9:261 Corinthians 10:112 Thessalonians 2:1-111 John 2:18-222 John 1:7Isaiah 10:27If you enjoyed the sermon please contact us at bluespringsbaptisttemple@gmail.com or call (816) 229-7777 Let us know.

Whats Your Focus Through the Storm March 22, 2020 Psalms 62:8Psalms 20:7Isaiah 60:2Job 3:25John 10:10Job 5:19-261 John 5:4Deuteronomy 28:1-14Mark 4:26Proverbs 12:3Mark 16Romans 5:17Ephesians 6:10Romans 12:3Romans 10:17

Philippians 4:6-71 Peter 5:7Isaiah 26:3Proverbs 12:25Acts 16:25

1. Love Cares."The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned." Isaiah 9:2"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me." Psalm 23:42. Love Comes."For to us a child is born, to us a son is given." Isaiah 9:6"He made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness." Philippians 2:5-73. Love Does."How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news." Isaiah 52:7Isaiah 53:1-12Next Steps:1. Who do you know that needs love?2. How can you come close to them?3. How can you show your love?Support the show (https://pushpay.com/g/cedarhillscr)

Aaron AdamsProverbs 3:5-6Jerimiah 29:11Bobby AdamsMatthew 14:22-33Romans 8:31-39John 15:13Psalm 23:1-62 Timothy 1:7Deuteronomy 31:2-6Hebrews 13:5-6Philippians 4:4-7Isaiah 43:1-2

So why doesn’t God do something about this mess? Where is the power of God? Where is our hope and salvation? Is there any hope for the future?God has a better plan that the ways and means and plans of this world, even among us His people. Yes, He must punish sin. Yes, we must know the consequences. But feeling some of the darkness only helps us appreciate the light.Children of God: He Cares for Us! is based on these scriptures:Psalm 66:1-7Isaiah 66:10-14Galatians 6:1-10, 14-18Luke 10:1-20

Joe ConleyRomans 12:3Hebrews 11:1-7Isaiah 53:3-9 John 3:16-17

There is power in our words and God's blessings are available for all of us. It's up to us if we receive those blessings or not. Words matter and the power of our words can either destroy or build up your life. Friend, it's time to take inventory of the words you are saying. Your life is as good or as bad as you say it is! How to change your words?-Declaring what you want -Speak Gods word- Daily declarations Scripture Mentioned:Deuteronomy 28:8Proverbs 12:18Proverbs 18:21John 14:30Isaiah 53:7Isaiah 46:10Isaiah 42:9Psalm 56:4You can subscribe to my YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-QxE-upg6RvW_Q29kv4KAHappily Even After is available NOW on Kindle and paperback: https://t.co/FeggSbsyCCSubscribe to my emails: http://eepurl.com/bRFyhXGo like my Facebook Page so we can stay connected throughout your week:https://www.facebook.com/crystalspark...Help me spread the word! If this spoke to your heart; do me a favor and share it on Facebook or Twitter!

Isaiah 43:1-7Isaiah 43:1-7 But now, says the Lord—the one who created you, Jacob,    the one who formed you, Israel:Don’t fear, for I have redeemed you;    I have called you by name; you are mine.When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;    when through the rivers, they won’t sweep over you.When you walk through the fire, you won’t be scorched    and flame won’t burn you.I am the Lord your God,    the holy one of Israel, your savior.I have given Egypt as your ransom,    Cush and Seba in your place.Because you are precious in my eyes,    you are honored, and I love you.    I give people in your place,        and nations in exchange for your life.Don’t fear,    I am with you.From the east I’ll bring your children;    from the west I’ll gather you.I’ll say to the north, “Give them back!”    and to the south, “Don’t detain them.”Bring my sons from far away,    and my daughters from the end of the earth,    everyone who is called by my name    and whom I created for my glory,    whom I have formed and made   THE MODERN LESSON Carl Sandburg’s The Windy City, Section 1 Jim Golec   The lean hands of wagon men put out pointing fingers here, picked this crossway, put it on a map, set up their sawbucks, fixed their shotguns, found a hitching place for the pony express, made a hitching place for the iron horse, the one-eyed horse with the fire-spit head, found a homelike spot and said, “Make a home,” saw this corner with a mesh of rails, shuttling        people, shunting cars, shaping the junk of        the earth to a new city…     Out of the payday songs of steam shovels, Out of the wages of structural iron rivets, The living lighted skyscrapers tell it now as a name, Tell it across miles of sea blue water, gray blue land: I am Chicago, I am a name given out by the breaths of working men,        laughing men, a child, a belonging.   So between the Great Lakes, The Grand De Tour, and the Grand Prairie, The living lighted skyscrapers stand, Spotting the blue dusk with checkers of yellow,        streamers of smoke and silver,        parallelograms of night-gray watchmen, Singing a soft moaning song: I am a child, a belonging.   As you many already know, Camie LaPorte and her three boys are in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the moment, as she continues to battle cancer with her extended family. The good news is that she seems to be withstanding the difficult chemo treatments, and there are some good initial signs that she is going to be OK. The boys, Ben, Will and Sam, seem to be making new friends in Grand Rapids, and like being close to nearby family, but, unsurprisingly, they can’t wait to get back to Chicago, hopefully sooner rather than later – and we certainly want them back. In Camie’s latest posting on Caring Bridge, a website where we can follow her journey into healing, she wrote the following: So the boys and I got home last night after spending 4 days in our beloved hometown of Chicago, seeing friends and family we’ve missed so much! We had the best time. Sam said to me as we turned off our usual exit to go home on our way to another friends house, “Mom, too bad we aren’t just going home right now,” and I ached for that right along with him. Our move was sudden. I’ve lived in Chicago my entire adult life. It is our home, and we miss it terribly. I think she and the boys are a lot like many of us, who have found our home here in Chicago – it feels as if we belong here, that this is our city. I often tell people that I’ve lived in a lot places, small places Coloma, Michigan, and bigger places like Birmingham, Atlanta, Seattle, Spokane, Oklahoma City, Dallas and Houston, but none have felt as right as Chicago. I love so many things about the places I’ve lived, but none felt like Chicago does for me – this place, and even this region, just feels right for both Douglas and I. It’s like we belong to this place, this profoundly imperfect place, and for many of you, I suspect that is true for you, whether you’ve lived here all your life and just showed up a few years ago. I know that’s not true for everyone, I get that, but its truer here than I’ve seen it in another places. Carl Sandburg hints at this truth in his famous poem about Chicago – that the city seems to own its people, that those who are here seem to belong to the place, to its rhythms, its skyscrapers, its Great Lakes, its endless prairies.   That sense of belonging to something, to a place or a people, to a community, a neighborhood, it matters more than we know, I think, especially if we’ve lived transient lives, or been in one place that didn’t ever quite feel like home. Like so many, my adult life has been a transient one, having lived no longer than five years in one place since my family came back to the States from Indonesia in 1982. Until Chicago, that is. And because I can’t ever go back home again – the oil camp in which I lived during my childhood was itself so transient itself – I’ve never quite felt like there was a place I could quite fully claim as home – I suspect the children of military members feel the same way. My hometown is Meridian, MS, but it’s not really home – its just the place where most of my family was, where we visited during the summers of my childhood. There is a sense of homelessness that many people have, until they discover home later in life, people like me, people like Douglas.   And so I feel as if I belong to Chicago, and perhaps even the upper Midwest, where Douglas and I plan to retire in the next 15-20 years. Say what you will about the cold in January, but the August heat and humidity in Atlanta is just as bad! It’s been wonderful to feel as if you’ve found a hometown, a place that feels just right, a place where you belong, that, despite not being native, you feel as if you were always meant to be here. Connection, belonging, a sense of place, it’s important, and that truth is no different for our less than city wide connections, a belonging to a community, a people. “Whose your people?” is something Southerners often ask of the strangers in their midst, “whose your kin, whose your family.” We all have “our people,” friends, families of blood and families of choice, co-workers, neighbors, and even those who have experienced similar joys and sorrows that we have – communities, belongings of the moment, or connections forged through similar happiness and pain. In the creation story, in the more patriarchal version of the two creation stories, Eve is created from Adam’s rib, simply because Adam seemed so lonely, so alone. We are made for each other, made for connection, made to belong to one another, bone from bone, story to story, life to life.   This need to belong to something, to someone, to a community is not just a quirk of our creation, an interesting note to the grander story. No, its at the heart of the human story, so embedded is this need to belong to something, to a people, to a community, to fellow travelers, that without it we can fade so quickly and deeply into depression. In his wonderful book Lost Connections: Uncovering The Real Causes of Depression – and the Unexpected Solutions, Johann Hari gathers up scientific date that shows that most depression is rooted in our disconnections from things like meaningful work, meaningful values, from status and respect, from the natural world, and even disconnection from the reality of the childhood trauma that many of us have experienced. But Hari puts forth the idea that disconnection from others is one of the foremost reasons for why we may become depressed. He cites the work of John Cacioppo, a neuroscience research at our own University of Chicago that tracked the mental and physical health of 229 older Americans in our own suburbs. What he found was that loneliness preceded the symptoms of depression – “you become lonely and that was followed by feelings of despair and profound sadness and depression.” (Hari 77) The effect was profound – even what seems a small shift in the measurements around loneliness led to something like 8 times the chance you would begin slipping into depression. To belong to a network of friends, a church, a community, bring us a sense of well-being, even if we are not aware of it, and that shows us how we have been created to belong, created to have connections with each other. Adam was unhappy when he was alone, and so Eve came along – and I just want to point out something obvious: God created a companion for Adam not so that they could have babies (that was simply a happy byproduct), but because God saw that Adam was alone and that made him deeply unhappy. We are creations who need connection to one another, in communities, in places, in order to be healthy and to be whole.     In our text from Isaiah in this beautiful and remarkable slice of Scripture, we get a sense of innate, built-in, need to belong, and how, despite the efforts of those who wish disconnection, God asks us to hold fast to connection, to remember our connection to God, and to each other. You see, the supposed best and brightest of Israel—the smart ones, the rich ones, the charismatic ones, and, yes, even the best bureaucrats, had been carted off from Israel to the capital city of Babylon in the late 7th century as part of a strategy by the Babylonians of disconnecting these people from their land and the people left behind. I suspect this strategy goes back to the old adage that it’s best to keep your friends close, and your enemies even closer, because that way you can keep an eye on what’s going on and whether or not there are rumblings of rebellions in the ranks. Decades and decades of living away from their homelands, multiple generations living and dying away from home, had brought the Jewish people to the edge of despair, and the pervasive hopelessness was as thick as the air can be here in Chicago during August.   But here comes Isaiah, or one speaking in Isaiah’s name, and he starts in the previous chapters by reminding them of what had gotten them to them to Babylon in the first place—their disobedience, their unwillingness to do justice with the least of their brethren, their decision not listen and hear what earlier prophets had said, had been the cause that brought them into captivity, according to this prophet. Still, there is hope, and that is where chapter 43 starts, where God speaks, and begins at the beginnings, begins by pointing out the biggest reason why God still gives a damn about them: “He who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel,” so says God in this text, and those are words of possession and creation—“you are mine,” the prophet has God saying here. And so the first connection amidst all the connections we have is connection to God -You are mine, God says to us, and our belonging simply comes from being created by God, by simply being born in this world.   And what does this belonging to God actually mean, this connection that comes to us simply because we have been created, because we have been made by God? Well, according to our texts, it brings us presence; it brings us a God who is with us, through the waters, through the hellish moments of our lives. In Jewish thought, the waters always represent chaos and fear, and by culture, it was rare for Jews to really head out on the high seas, beyond the lakes, because there was a profound and mysterious fear of all the unknown that sea seemed to represent. Here, in this Scripture, God says this: “Don’t fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are mine.When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; when through the rivers, they won’t sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you won’t be scorched and flame won’t burn you. Belonging to God means that we are her people, and he will be beside us, during the good times but also during the bad times. But that is also true when we are connected to each other as well – when the going gets tough, our communities of choice, places like this, this church, they are there for us, they embody God’s presence and love for us in tangible ways. Of course, it doesn’t just happen in religious communities, it can happen anywhere, in moments where we just need to be reminded that we belong, that we are a part of something, a tribe, a band of fellow travelers.   The rest of the text, well, the rest reminds us what God is willing to do for us, to barter and trade, to push and pull for us, to make the nations give us up, release us, like Babylon one day would give up its Jewish captives, after so many years of enslavement. And if we’ve spent a lifetime wondering to whom do we really belong, about where we belong in this world, the answer to that wonderment is actually here in this text, rooted in our reality as created beings. I know we Christians spend too much time arguing about whose in and whose out—I think it’s one of the earliest Christian sins, these endless arguments about what the Gospel is and who it includes, and it is an argument that has turned off too many of my friends because it so often seemed to exclude them, either by saying you are included if you do this, or love this way, or they simply were turned off by some versions of Christianity because they didn’t want to live in our world that seemed to be divided by insiders and outsiders, the saved and unsaved, the faithful and non-faithful. If religion was all about that, they were pretty sure that it wasn’t about them. And I can’t blame them. I mean, who could, really, if you wanted to actually live within the world that God created, rather than trying live above it, which Jesus never did, and which he decried the Pharisee’s attempt to do so.   No, this God includes my skeptical friends whether or not they even know it, like it includes all of us, and this God is for them simply because they have been birthed into this world by the Living God, and this God pull us up and pushes us through, in this messy world and life we live, the real world, even during time when its difficult, even when we would rather succumb to the waters, to the chaos, to the fear, to the loneliness. Some years ago, on a hot summer day in South Florida, a little boy decided to go to the old swimming hole behind his house. In a hurry to dive into the cool water, he ran out the back door, leaving behind shoes, socks and shirt as he went. He flew into the water, not realizing that as he swam toward the middle of the lake, an alligator was swimming toward the shore. The boy’s father, working in the yard, saw the two get closer and closer together. In utter fear, he ran toward the water, yelling to his son as loudly as he could. Hearing his dad’s voice, the little boy became alarmed and made a U-turn to swim to his father. It was too late. Just as he reached his father, the alligator reached him. From the dock, the father grabbed his little boy by the arms just as the alligator snatched his legs. That began an incredible tug-of-war between the two. The alligator was much stronger than the father, but the father was much too passionate to let go. A farmer happened to drive by, heard screams, raced from his truck, took aim and shot the alligator. Remarkably, after weeks in the hospital, the little boy survived. His legs were extremely scarred by the vicious attack. And on his arms were deep scratches where his father’s fingernails dug into his flesh in an effort to hang on to the son he loved. A newspaper reporter who interviewed the boy after the trauma asked if he would show him his scars. The boy lifted his pant legs. And then, with obvious pride, he said to the reporter, “But look at my arms. I have great scars on my arms, too. I have them because my dad wouldn’t let go.” (Homiletics Online website)   The God who holds onto us because we are one of his children, that we belong to her, that holding fast to us is just part of belonging to God. And places like this, intentional communities formed around faith in God and the belief that we might need each other as fellow travelers in life and faith, these kinds of belonging places are really important, places where we can show each other’s the scars from the God who would not let us go. Other places can include and help us to remember our birthright, the belonging that is simply part of our birthright as created beings, but the church, the church, at its best, is unlike those other communities. The difference is found in its intentionality, in the fact we don’t just forgive and struggle and laugh and know joy together as a side bonus that comes out a project or a work we are doing – raising money for the PTA, or something like that. The laughing the struggling, the joy, the forgiveness, is why we gather, because those lessons are best learned when we’re conscious and aware that this place of belonging is the one where those lessons should be learned with intentionality. God has given a special purpose to places like the church, we who are called to embrace the lovely and the ugly, the strong and the broken, the easy ones to love and the hard ones to love. But we must, we must be very, very intentional about extending that sense of belonging to everyone and, honestly, we sometimes don’t and we’ve simply got to get better at it. Part of the purpose of creating these Mission and Ministries teams was to help us re-learn that lesson, that we are a place of belonging, of welcome, another place one could call home in this beautiful city and this world, but doing that work consciously and with intention. We belong to God and we belong to each other, and so much of our spiritual work is reminding ourselves and each other of that real truth. We are better when we know we belong and we know that belongin in our bones. You are mine, says God to the world, you are part of me, of my love, of my purpose, of my heart – may we never forgot that truth and may we never forget to practice that truth with others. Amen.  

Portland Vineyard ChurchPastor Glenn SchroderDecember 23rd, 2018Power Over, Power UnderScripture references:Micah 5:2Luke 2:1-7Isaiah 40:13-15John 5:17Psalm 46:10James 1:5www.portlandvineyard.orgSupport the show (https://cascadevineyard.org/give)

Based on Scripture ReadingsPsalm 110:1-7Isaiah 43:1-7Ephesians 1:3-8John 1:10-13

SCRIPTUREISAIAH 42:5-7ISAIAH 54:2-32 CORINTHIANS 8:8-9