Podcasts about abiding

How can you conquer what's defeating you? In this powerful episode, recorded live at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Dallas, host Tina Yeager sits down with Karl Clauson—host of Moody Radio's "Karl and Crew Mornings," pastor of vision and leadership at 180Chicago, and an Iditarod Trail sled dog race finisher. Together, they dive deep into the topic of “Conquering What Is Defeating You.” Karl opens up about his own struggles with addiction, the true meaning of sin, and how shame and self-justification can keep us trapped in destructive cycles. The conversation unpacks practical, faith-based strategies for breaking free from the things that hold us back—including Karl's three-step approach to lasting spiritual victory: embracing humility, abiding in Christ, and learning to depend daily on the Holy Spirit. If you've ever felt stuck, burdened by guilt, or wondered how to break the cycle of defeat, this episode will offer you hope, encouragement, and actionable wisdom for your journey. Tune in for an honest, grace-filled discussion aimed at helping you experience the true freedom and flourishing that comes from walking closely with God. Key Takeaways from the Conversation: 1. Identify What's in the Shadows Before we can overcome what's weighing us down, we need to identify it. Karl reminded us that confronting the hidden challenges in our lives requires courage and honesty. As he put it, “The issue of killing sin, it's not commonly talked about, but it's a hallmark of really living in discipleship with Christ.” 2. Understand What “Missing the Mark” Really Means Karl shared the true meaning of “sin” as missing the bullseye—not a shameful label, but a recognition of imperfection. This compassionate view frames repentance as an invitation to mercy, not condemnation. 3. Don't Fall for Self-Justification It's easy to compare ourselves to others and rationalize our struggles, but the focus should be on following Jesus and letting Him guide each individual journey. 4. Surrender to God's Power Karl vulnerably opened up about his own battles with addiction and explained that, “The older I get, the more…aware I am both of my own sin and of the loving God who wants to liberate us.” Freedom starts when we let God do what we cannot do ourselves. 5. Three-Step Symphony to Freedom Karl describes the journey to victory like movements in a symphony: Humility: The root virtue of all others. True humility means focusing more on God's greatness than our own shortcomings. Abiding in Christ: Staying close to Jesus—“the Vine”—so that His life flows through us and produces fruit, rather than striving to manufacture change on our own. Yielding to the Holy Spirit: Raising our “sails” so God's Spirit can empower, guide, and remind us of truth moment by moment. 6. It's Not About Willpower Alone One of the most powerful reminders—“You can't do it. You can't conquer what's defeating you. But God can.” Want to Dive Deeper? Connect with Karl Clauson and discover his resources for living in spiritual freedom—including his book Killing Sin—by visiting killsin.com. You'll find community, practical tools, and hope for your next step forward.   We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout. To flourish in all seasons of life with the highest quality nutraceutical health supplements that benefit charitable causes, shop NutraMedix wellness supplements. Be sure to use my link  https://www.nutramedix.com/?rfsn=7877557.b6c6785 and add my special code TINA to get 10% off your entire purchase! If you're a writer, subscribe to Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/ Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager  

What are we constantly thinking about—and how is it shaping us? We all keep something before our face: phones, media, opinions, fears. But Jesus calls us to keep His words. What we behold, we become. Treasuring His commands leads to peace, authenticity, and transformation as our thoughts align with His truth and our hearts grow in love for Him.What are we constantly thinking about—and how is it shaping us? We all keep something before our face: phones, media, opinions, fears. But Jesus calls us to keep His words. What we behold, we become. Treasuring His commands leads to peace, authenticity, and transformation as our thoughts align with His truth and our hearts grow in love for Him.Want to go deeper in studying this command of Christ? Download a free study guide at https://homediscipleship.com  Study guide includes: Scriptures referenced in podcastReview of Old Testament contextGuide for Scripture meditationQuestions for application and prayerFor more information, visit us at https://homediscipleship.com  Find us on Facebook and Instagram @homediscipleshiphttps://www.facebook.com/homediscipleshipnetworkhttps://instagram.com/commandsofchristpodcast

When we trust Christ, God abides in us, makes His home in us, and we abide in Him.  But we must continue to abide if we wish to bear fruit.  Unless our minds are set on Him, we can do nothing for His kingdom.

Joy isn't just a fleeting feeling—it's a fruit of the Spirit! In this sermon, Pastor Drew Webb walks us through Philippians and other passages to define joy as a lasting, God-centered contentment—even in trials.

Send us a textRegister your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang Ashtavakta Samhita, Ch 12 "Abiding in the Self" | In Quest of Truth - Q&A with Babaji, No.232Recorded on 129 June with US participants0:00 Intro1:03 Chapter 12, Verse 1-42:28 How do you function in a world where you're unattached to everything?8:49 Baba, are you saying that we should practice restraining our mind?9:06 So this is a practice that we can do every day?9:26 Like so many events in life, you just don't need to get involved with them, just let it go.10:20 Practicing letting go should make it easier for meditation?11:00 Cutting down on unnecessary thinking is an important practice11:23 Attention needs to turn away from thoughts, onto the consciousness itself - how do we do that?15:09 Concentration of the mind is necessary to overcome distractions.16:02 With whatever you're doing, stay present with that. Don't allow your mind to wander around. 16:21 Having neither joy nor sorrow doesn't sound that interesting.19:05 As you meditate more you can rid of becoming a ruminator.20:01 Is there any other way to settle into the Self, besides effortlessly?21:10 Baba experiences the reverse of what we experience - it's effortless for us to have mental chatter but Babaji's mental state is to be silent.22:02 If you meditate regularly, the mind is a quieter place.23:41 Accepting the results of our actions doesn't mean we can't try to change them.26:23 "You need to understand the futility of actions, as there's nothing to achieve."29:26 Importance of the zoom calls with Babaji which motivate us and inform us of the possibilities, otherwise it would be really difficult.31:18 So what you're saying is that anything you achieve in this world is impermanent, it is not going to bring you peace, so it's really equivalent to nothing.32:33 "Your very nature is Supreme Peace and the rest is unreal."36:50 Important things we can practice during the day to quiet our mind.38:59 If the mind is into imaginations, then you have to do sadhana to achieve silence of the mind.42:48 "By a thought of the mind, you cannot know your real Self. Only by becoming quiet in the mind can you know your real Self...  ...To know the space, you have to become space."45:44 Mind can never give the Truth.46:38 "You can make everything else disappear, but you can't make yourself disappear."48:25 When you start to meditate, after about 40 minutes the mind and body get still, is that the time that the thoughts gets purified?49:44 I always want to cry after a meditation. I find it very frightening when you're all alone.50:47 When memory and time is the material of the mind, can the mind observe without memory and time.51:56 So is supreme peace the ultimate goal of life? Is that what it is?52:45 You mentioned that when your mind is completely quiet, then you dissolve in the consciousness.  What's the process?54:26 We don't really get absorbed into the Self, into the pure consciousness? We are the pure consciousness. Just the illusion that I am a separate being is what ends, right?55:36 Situations happening because they were set in motion by desires long ago or is it happening because that is what the universe wants from me at this point?57:41 Is it possible that everyone has already experienced Self RealizatioRegister your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang Website: http://www.srby.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/shivarudrabalayogiTwitter: https://twitter.com/SRBYmissionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivarudrabalayogi/

 Abiding in Christ constantly as I walk with him today

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John 6:22-26 “The next day, the crowd that stood on the other side of the sea saw that there was no other small boat there, except one, and that Jesus had not entered with His disciples into the boat, but that His disciples had gone away alone. There came other small boats from Tiberias, near to the place where they ate the bread, after the Lord had given thanks. So when the crowd saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they themselves got into the small boats, and came to Capernaum seeking Jesus. When they found Him on the other side of the sea, they said to Him, “Rabbi, when did You get here?” Jesus answered them and said, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you seek Me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate of the loaves and were filled.” A few days ago, we mentioned the discernment that is necessary as we live to love with Jesus. There may be people who expect others to do what they want. They will use those who love because of the benefit they gain. We are reminded from these verses today that we need Jesus' discernment. He knew they intended to make Him king by force (vs. 15), and He revealed their motives for their benefit. As we love people, we must be careful that we don't serve people because we want to please them and want their good opinion of us or their friendship. Our one motive in life is to glorify God, to seek His good opinion or pleasure. The way we glorify God is by abiding in Christ and loving with Him. Jesus said that explicitly in John 15:7-8. “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples.” We don't produce the fruit, Jesus does. He's the vine, and we are the branches. We display His fruit, which is love, the fruit of the Spirit. By this is our Father glorified through His Son. Abiding in the Father, Jesus confronted the crowd who wished to make Him king. We can draw another important lesson from these verses. We need to check our own motives in our relationship with Jesus. Do we seek Him for the benefits we enjoy? Are we seeking the blessing rather than the blesser? This is easy to do because we receive grace upon grace from Him. He fills us with His goodness, grace, and love. We have the joy of meaningful relationships in the body of Christ. If we are focused on God being glorified in Christ, we will be protected from selfish motives. Living to love with Jesus for the glory of God keeps us in God's will and blessing. Enjoy this day, recognizing Jesus is your king, your life, and your way to glorifying the Father with your life. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of "giving it forward," so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

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If most people were asked to describe God, they probably wouldn't use the word “joyful.” But that is exactly who and what God is! There is a great Christian thinker by the name of G.K Chesterton. As he is reflecting on the joy that children can have, he says this, “We have sinned and grown old and Our Father is younger than we.” His point is this: While we have grown old and tired and jaded and cynical, God has not. While we have spent our days overwhelmed, irritated, angry and stressed out, God knows none of those things. When he says that our Father is younger than we, he is referring to God's sheer joy. One of my favorite authors is Dallas Willard. Here is what he said about God's joy. “You'll not understand God until you understand this about Him, God is the happiest being in the universe.” In fact, the reason that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit is because God himself is joy, and He will share that joy with anyone who would abide in His Son.

Our society is built on envy and jealousy. Watch a TV show or scroll through social media for a few minutes, and you'll find yourself pressured to buy some product, start some new diet, or use some app in order to be more like those happy people in the ads. As Pastor Terry will remind us in today's message, these temporary things will never satisfy. Only when we abide in Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to guide us and bear fruit in our lives can we find contentment and lasting joy.

Summer of Abiding Week 5 | Pastor Jim Angelakos | Wednesday, July 9, 2025

How do we know and experience God's power? How do we recover from trauma? Rabbi Schneider shares whatever has wounded you, God's power is at work to give you supernatural recovery. Even those things that make us weak, God's power is being perfected. Reach out to God for strength. The power that's at work in your life is more powerful than anything! Abiding with Jesus inside your soul, your inner being, will help you be strengthened to comprehend God's love and peace. The mystery of the Gospel is that Jesus lives in us. Learn more by watching this episode of Discovering the Jewish Jesus. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner   **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate  **** TEACHING NOTES -  https://djj.show/e6d   Visit our website at DiscoveringTheJewishJesus.com

What does it mean to love Jesus—and how do we show that love? Christ makes it clear: “If you love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15). Love for Him isn't just a feeling, but a faithful treasuring of His words. As we obey, we draw closer to His heart, and He reveals Himself to us. His commands reflect who He is, and keeping them deepens our relationship with Him.In this series, we've seen that true love for Christ is shown by keeping His commandments—not to earn His favor, but because we already have it. As we treasure His Word, He transforms our minds, fills our hearts, and draws us into deeper intimacy. Obedience is not a burden, but a pathway into the joy and presence of the One we love.Want to go deeper in studying this command of Christ? Download a free study guide at https://homediscipleship.com  Study guide includes: Scriptures referenced in podcastReview of Old Testament contextGuide for Scripture meditationQuestions for application and prayerFor more information, visit us at https://homediscipleship.com  Find us on Facebook and Instagram @homediscipleshiphttps://www.facebook.com/homediscipleshipnetworkhttps://instagram.com/commandsofchristpodcast

Abiding in God's love by obeying His word

This message explores the spiritual burden of neglecting our relationship with God, especially during seasons of drift like summer. Drawing from Psalm 91, the message contrasts the passive drift of spiritual neglect with the intentional, daily act of abiding in God's presence. It emphasizes that abiding doesn't promise a pain-free life, but it does offer an unshakable one. The sermon unpacks how neglect leads to fear, anxiety, and self-reliance, while abiding brings peace, protection, and intimacy with God. Ultimately, it invites listeners to return to the shelter of the Most High, reminding them that even when we drift, God's heart remains open and ready to receive us back.ASL interpretation is provided starting 20 seconds into message. Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 412

Jesus invites us to abide in Him, a vital connection that enables us to produce spiritual fruit like love, joy, and peace. Abiding begins with setting our default mental focus on Christ rather than worldly concerns. It involves embracing our primary identity as God's children above all other roles, and cultivating a genuine desire for a relationship with God. Without this connection to Christ, we cannot produce spiritual fruit or experience the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

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SermonPsalm 91July 6, 2025

Joy is not happiness, though it often looks like it. Joy is a deeper emotion that isn't built off temporary pleasure or the fulfillment of selfish ambition. As Pastor Terry will point out in today's message, we see the best example of joy in Jesus. He didn't consider His own comfort or safety. He willingly underwent indescribable suffering, knowing that His suffering would secure salvation for all who believed in Him. This brought joy to His heart even in that moment of extreme agony.

Summer of Abiding | Pastor Matt Engle | Wednesday, July 2, 2025

We are in a season where our awareness of the Holy Spirit needs to be advanced if we are to rise above the chaos and trauma.  In this series on the Holy Spirit, we must capture the abiding anointing that we receive at salvation then cultivate it.  As we cultivate the Holy Spirit, our lives are transformed to become more like Christ.  Join me in this teaching of the Holy Spirit.  For more resources, you to www.loisflewelling.com and subscribe to my Youtube channel.  

123 John Part 18: Hunter recaps the 123 John series to make final comments and observe some key takeaways.--Scriptures Explored: --123 John Series:Part 1 - Introducing 3 Letters - 1 John 5:13; & 1 John 1:1-2Part 2 - The Foundation of Christian Fellowship - 1 John 1:1-4Part 3 - Congruent with Christ - 1 John 1:5-10Part 4 - Jesus our Propitiation and Advocate - 1 John 2:1-6Part 5 - A New Commandment - 1 John 2:7-11 Part 6 - Poetry in an Epistle? - 1 John 2:12-17Part 7 - Abiding and Antichrists - 1 John 2:18-27Part 8 - Abiding as Children - 1 John 2:28-3:3Part 9 - Practice Makes "Perfect" - 1 John 3:4-10Part 10 - Child of God - 1 John 3:10-23Part 11 - Spirits and the Holy Spirit - 1 John 3:23-4:6Part 12 - The Victory of the Love of God - 1 John 4:7-5:5Part 13 - The Dividing Line - 1 John 5:6-12Part 14 - The Honor Christ Has Given Us - 1 John 5:13-21Part 15 - You Just Got [Another] Letter - 2 JohnPart 16 - A Fight for Influence - 3 John--Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany, Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

What does real love look like? In this sermon from 1 John 4, Pastor Drew Webb walks us into the Spirit-empowered virtue of agape love. Learn how God's love transforms us and enables us to love others—even the difficult ones.

In this message, we explore the profound concept of God's manifest presence through the Holy Spirit. The key lesson is that God isn't just omnipresent, but He desires to reveal Himself to us in tangible, life-changing ways.SERMON NOTES: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GZUY2ZLvFcwp6mO4X67f4cCCZpJh7Ezd/view?usp=sharingWebsite | https://lifechurchww.comFacebook | https://facebook.com/lifechurchwwInstagram | https://instagram.com/lifechurchwwVida Music | https://vidamsc.com

As the Vine, Jesus is vitally united to His people so that they get to enjoy His life in their lives. As branches, our role is to abide in Jesus. We can abide in Jesus as we regularly commune with Him through the Word and prayer, as we engage in loving and joyful obedience, and as we love others with Christ's love.

At Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Charleston, SC, our assistant pastor Rev. Andrew Bekkering preached about abiding in the love of Jesus.

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, 13-25As we prepare for our annual traditions in which we use the word “freedom” an awful lot, what might that word mean for the people of the church? The Apostle Paul's answer might invite us to move beyond the freedom “from,” or freedom “to,” but towards freedom “for” the flourishing and life ... Read more The post Lawe Abiding appeared first on Foreside Community Church.

Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi - ZMM - Saturday 6/28/25 - How do we make the dharma our own? In Zen training, we have to fully let go of the expectations and ideas of what it will look like once we realize ourselves. And importantly, we need to let go of our self-criticism and other kinds of self-centered preoccupation. As we continue to build confidence in our abilities and the practice itself, we learn to abide well anywhere we go, in all aspects of our lives. - From the Koans of the Way of Reality - Yunju's "Abiding in the Mountains"

John's burden for believers is that they abide in Christ throughout their lives so that they have assurance of eternal salvation and no reason to be ashamed when Jesus returns (1John 2:28). John teaches that those who abide in Christ practice righteousness. The reason they do so, is because abiding branches know God's love for them in Christ, have been transformed by God's Spirit through new birth, and are setting their hope on the glory coming to them when Jesus returns. By focusing in faith on God's past saving grace through Christ's saving work, the Spirit's ongoing work, and the grace coming to believers when Jesus returns, one will abide in Christ and enjoy assurance of eternal life with God!

Episode Summary: What if learning to collaborate with people you don't trust—or even like—wasn't revolutionary, but just healthy adulting? In this episode of The Sidewalk Talk Podcast, Traci Ruble sits down with renowned facilitator and author Adam Kahane, known for guiding some of the world's most complex social change efforts. Drawing from his influential books Power and Love and Collaborating with the Enemy, Adam invites us to rethink what it means to stay in dialogue across difference. From attachment theory to political polarization, this conversation unpacks why radical engagement, abiding presence, and cohabitating with difference are essential relational muscles for our time. Adam also shares stories from the field and reminds us why walking and talking might be more powerful than we think. If you've ever wondered how to work with people you disagree with—without giving up your integrity—this conversation is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Sidewalk Talk 01:07 – Meet Adam Kahane: Global facilitator, author, bridge-builder 04:13 – Adam's surprising journey into conflict transformation 06:34 – Talking, listening, and the root of human connection 09:12 – What it takes to facilitate across divides 15:04 – Why connection is more powerful than persuasion 17:18 – Walking + talking = underrated healing tools 22:52 – Growth through pauses and discomfort 23:38 – The overlooked wisdom of cohabitation 25:38 – Adulting 101: Working with people we disagree with 27:18 – The dance between conflict and care 28:07 – “Abiding” and staying with the tension 29:39 – Attachment theory, differentiation, and dialogue 30:48 – Power, love, justice—and learning to hold all three 33:10 – What gets in the way of true collaboration 42:55 – Why radical engagement is the future

"Abiding under the shadow of the Almighty” speaks of protection by nearness; walking continually in the presence of God. Walking close to someone is necessary to be in their shadow; and being under the shadow of the Almighty describes God's continual guardianship. Join America Pray Now Director Hanna Alway as she shares how this fellowship is a condition for receiving the promise of divine protection and a peace that remains unshaken, even when enemies are on every side, and troubles are multiplied around us.------America Pray Now publishes a magazine on prayer that is free of charge and can be delivered directly to your home. You can sign up for this magazine on our website at americapraynow.comIn addition to our weekly podcast, we meet in 16 different cities every month to pray in person. Most of our in-person prayer meetings are in Virginia, and we also have meetings in Maryland, West Virginia, Delaware, and North Carolina. See our website for times and dates at americapraynow.comEnjoy the Podcast? Let us know! Email us at podcast@americapraynow.com

Daily Prayer MessageIn this episode of "Daily Warfare Prayers," the speaker explores 1 John 2:15-17, warning against the temptations of the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. Emphasizing spiritual empowerment, the speaker encourages listeners to overcome worldly desires through the Holy Spirit, daily mind renewal, and focusing on eternal values. The episode concludes with a prayer, asking God to help listeners align their desires with His will, serve others, and prioritize what truly matters in life.Takeaways Introduction to Daily Warfare Prayers (00:00:00)  Overview of the podcast's purpose: empowering listeners through scripture, devotion, and prayer for daily victory.Understanding the Lust of the Flesh (00:00:30)  Explains the lust of the flesh and overcoming it by yielding to the Holy Spirit's power.Defining the Lust of the Eyes (00:01:29)  Describes the lust of the eyes as being captivated by material things and impulsive worldly desires.Renewing the Mind to Overcome Temptation (00:03:00)  Discusses the importance of renewing the mind daily to value eternal things over worldly possessions.Worship and the Renewed Mind (00:04:33)  Explains how worship and delighting in God lead to desiring what God desires, showing evidence of a renewed mind.Abiding in Christ and Prayer (00:06:02)  Describes the result of a renewed mind: alignment with Christ's words, trust in prayer, and God's empowerment.Prayer for a Renewed Mind and Focus (00:06:30)  Concludes with a prayer asking God to renew minds, remove deception, and help focus on eternal, godly values.Scripture ReferencesBible Verses:"1 John 2:15-17": "00:00:00""Psalms 119:37": "00:02:45""John 15:7": "00:06:02"Call To Action Subscribe To Warfare Prayer Podcast for daily inspiration, devotion and prayer. Share this episode with someone going through trails and challenges Leave a review for Warfare Prayers Podcast.Support Warfare Prayers Here Daily Prayer Resources and BooksGet Daily Warfare Prayerbooks HereTranscriptThank you for listening to Daily Warfare Prayers, a podcast created to empower your mind, soul and spirit through daily scripture, devotion and prayer so that you can walk in victory. Today. We're in first John 2:15 through 17, where John is telling his audience for all that is in the world the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life is not of the father, but of the world. These are dangerous traps that the world find themselves a victim of every single day. And my prayer today is that you don't become victim of the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. Now, we talked about the lust of the flesh And the way to overcome the lust of the flesh.Which are your sensual needs and your physical needs? The way to overcome this is by yielding to the power of the Holy Spirit. It is the spirit that gives us the power, the ability and everything we need to do what we simply cannot do on our own.......

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This talk offers a way of abiding in joy and other wholesome qualities through an acronym of CARE - Connect, abide, release/refresh, enjoy. A short talk is followed by a short guided meditation in abiding and radiating sympathetic joy.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This talk offers a way of abiding in joy and other wholesome qualities through an acronym of CARE - Connect, abide, release/refresh, enjoy. A short talk is followed by a short guided meditation in abiding and radiating sympathetic joy.

John 5:24 "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life. Let me say this verse as I understand it in my own words. Hearing the word of Christ and then believing the Father, reveals one already has received eternal life and has passed out of judgment into life. The truth is this: Faith in the Father's revelation and work in Christ shows one has passed out of death and judgment into life in Christ. Here's another way of stating the truth of this verse. One who has passed out of death into eternal life, upon hearing the word of Christ, he believes Jesus was sent by God to be the savior of the world. This isn't the first time we've read this truth in John's gospel. It must be important. John 3:36. “He who believes in the Son has eternal life.” Then, will see it again in the next chapter. John 6:47 “Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes has eternal life.” Luke echoed this truth in Acts 13:48 “When the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord; and as many as had been appointed to eternal life believed.” We learn from the apostle Paul in Romans 10:17 where faith comes from. It comes from hearing by the word of Christ, just like Jesus said in this verse. “So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” How are we encouraged by this to live to love with Jesus? We are first encouraged that we have eternal life by the grace of God. Because we were given to Jesus before the foundation of the world, we heard the gospel and believed. We are encouraged also by the fact that since it is by God's grace that we believe, God gets all the glory. Second, since our faith began in Christ, we are encouraged that what He began, He will perfect. Again, Paul echoed this reality in Philippians 1:6. “For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.” We know with confidence that our faith will grow and mature throughout our lives. Third, we know that faith works through love, as Paul wrote to the Galatians in 5:6. All who have eternal life believe, and that kind of faith is revealed through love. Living to love with Jesus is the outworking of eternal life. That makes sense, doesn't it? Eternal life is knowing the Father and the Son (John 17:3). Abiding in Christ means thinking as Jesus thinks, having His purpose, applying His worldview to life. The one who knows Jesus, knows how He thinks. He renews his mind to live with Jesus as He abides in Christ. John reiterated this truth in 1 John 3:6. “No one who abides in Him sins; no one who sins has seen Him or knows Him.” Do you see the link? The one who knows Jesus, abides in Jesus, and Jesus lives His sinless life through him or her. It doesn't mean that believers never sin. They sin when they don't abide. When they abide in Jesus, and He lives through them, they don't sin, because Jesus is their life in that moment. The only fruit that brings glory to God is the fruitfulness of the life of His Son in us. That fruit of Jesus' eternal life is love in all of its many wonderful expressions. Living to love with Jesus reveals that one has passed out of death into life. Isn't that encouraging?! I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of "giving it forward," so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

Principle 76 – Abiding in Christ   Psalm 80:1-19We must live in close fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ, drawing our strength from Him.NEW! - Let us know what you think of the program! Support the show

True fruitfulness is the product of abiding in the presence of God, not the result of religious pressure or self-effort. John 15 serves as the foundation for understanding that life in Christ flows not from striving but from remaining: “Remain in Me, and I in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit of itself but must remain in the vine, so neither can you unless you remain in Me” (John 15:4). The teaching emphasized that pruning is not rejection […] The post We Are: Abiding and Abounding appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

Psalm 1; John 15: Where you are planted makes all the difference. Abiding in Jesus is the way to bearing fruit.

In the second episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff teaches that the primary purposes of prayer are communication, fellowship, and partnership with God. Prayer is the lifeline that keeps us connected to Jesus, allowing His life to flow through us. Using the imagery of the vine and branches in John 15 illustrates our need to 'abide' in Christ. Without this continuous connection, we are unable to bear spiritual fruit. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/

In this episode, we move on into Luke 6:1-11, looking at two different interactions regarding the Sabbath. Together we discuss what Sabbath, and how rather than Sabbath being something that must be protected by a series of laws, it is an invitation to grow in dependence on Jesus for each and every single word and action. When we live this way, rather than relying on rules to walk with Jesus, we rely on our relationship; a relationship that calls us into action within His kingdom.

What if the people in your life aren't problems to solve, but opportunities to truly know and enjoy? In this episode of Seek Go Create, host Tim Winders sits down with Will Acuff—cofounder of Corner to Corner and author of No Elevator to Everest—to explore how resilience, faith, and purposeful leadership can help you find joy even in life's toughest challenges. Will opens up about parenthood, navigating disability, redefining success, and building thriving communities. If you're looking for real talk about intentional living, embracing your calling, and finding peace in the midst of struggle, this is a conversation you won't want to miss."The people in our life are not problems to solve, but they're people to know and enjoy." - Will Acuff Access all show and episode resources HEREAbout Our Guest:Will Acuff is the co-founder of Corner to Corner, a Nashville-based nonprofit dedicated to fostering economic development and supporting underestimated entrepreneurs. With a background in nonprofit leadership, software development, and a heart for community transformation, Will has guided Corner to Corner in launching over 1,600 entrepreneurs and generating millions in neighborhood economic impact. He is also the author of No Elevator to Everest, where he shares his personal journey through challenges, faith, and the pursuit of joy, emphasizing intentional leadership and spirit-led self-awareness. Will's story is marked by resilience, entrepreneurial vision, and a deep commitment to building purpose-driven community initiatives. Reasons to Listen: Discover how Will Acuff, cofounder of the Nashville nonprofit Corner to Corner, blends faith, entrepreneurship, and community to empower underestimated entrepreneurs—uncovering insights you can apply whether you lead a business or serve in ministry.Hear a raw and honest discussion about navigating family challenges, including disability and mental health, and how radical self-awareness and intentional practices can lead to deeper joy and resilience.Explore practical, spirit-led techniques for shifting from survival mode to a purpose-driven, thriving life—and find out how deep breaths and daily stillness can truly reshape your leadership and relationships.Episode Resources & Action Steps:Resources Mentioned:No Elevator to Everest – Will Acuff's book, No Elevator to Everest: Shift from Survive to Thrive Through Spirit Led Self Awareness, is discussed in detail. It includes practical tools and stories for cultivating joy and navigating challenges. Available on Amazon and at local bookstores.No Elevator to Everest Website – For more resources, to sign up for Will's Substack or get a free guide on his practices: noelevatortoeverest.comCorner to Corner (Nonprofit Organization) – The Nashville-based nonprofit cofounded by Will Acuff, focused on economic development and supporting underestimated entrepreneurs. Learn more or get involved at Corner to Corner (website mentioned contextually even if not listed out loud on air).Action Steps:Practice Daily Stillness – Will emphasizes the importance of starting each day with intentional stillness, reflection, and breathing to activate self-awareness. Try setting aside 10 minutes daily, before engaging with others, to reflect on your