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You Are Not Alone: How the Holy Spirit Guides Us – John 16In Episode 154 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane continue their journey through the Gospel of John with John 16, where Jesus prepares His disciples for what life will look like after He leaves—and gives them an incredible promise: the Holy Spirit is coming.Jesus tells His disciples that the Spirit of Truth will guide them, teach them, reveal truth, and point them back to Him. What feels like Jesus leaving is actually the beginning of something new: God's presence dwelling within His people.Together, Jamie and Jane unpack what it practically means to be led by the Holy Spirit. How do we recognize His guidance? How do we distinguish His voice from our own thoughts, fears, and desires? And how can we trust His leading when we don't know what's coming next?John 16 also reminds us that following Jesus doesn't mean avoiding difficulty. Jesus tells His disciples plainly that trouble will come—but then gives them a promise we still desperately need today: “Take heart! I have overcome the world.”If you're facing a decision, walking through uncertainty, or simply longing to recognize God's voice more clearly, pull up a chair. You don't have to figure everything out on your own. The Holy Spirit is still guiding.Reflection Question: Where am I trying to figure everything out on my own instead of slowing down and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide me?____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Website: www.janewwilliams.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
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“It is estimated that 16% of the world's population lives with a disability – and is one of the largest, under-reached people groups in the world for the Gospel,” according to the Tim Tebow Foundation. A robust pro-life stance honors ALL life. This conversation is part of doing that. Join us as we reflect on what it means to honor life of all abilities. Here are some things we mentioned in this episode:Ministries to eɔuip your church:https://alittleextralove.com/ https://amyjuliabecker.com/resources/https://www.specialneedsministryresources.com/Disability Ministry: Why Should This Be Pro-Life?Be sure to stay up to date with Abundant Life: You Were Made for More by visiting our blog - and if you're loving the podcast, send guest recommendations to us or leave us a star-rating/review on your favorite listening platform to spread the word about the you were made for more message.You Were Made for More Social Media: FacebookInstagram
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What does the Bible say about the sanctity of human life? In this message, Pastor Phil Hopper opens Psalm 139:13–16 to reveal that every person is fearfully and wonderfully made by God. No human life is an accident in the eyes of our Creator. Pastor Phil explains two foundational biblical truths: every unborn child is a whole person in the eyes of God, and every human life has a God-given purpose. Discover why every person is created with purpose, deeply known by God, and never accidental to Him. Scripture references: Psalm 139:13–16, Matthew 6:33, Genesis 1:26, Isaiah 44:24, Jeremiah 1:5, Job 10:8, Job 31:15, Psalm 119:73, John 1:17, Romans 12:2, Psalm 82:3–4, 2 Chronicles 7:14
Joy in the Resistance: Loving Jesus When the World Pushes Back – John 15:13–27In Episode 153 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane continue through John 15:13–27, where Jesus moves from one of His greatest statements about love—“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends”—into a difficult truth about what it means to follow Him: not everyone will understand or accept you.Jesus calls His disciples friends, commands them to love one another, and reminds them that they have been chosen to bear lasting fruit. But He also prepares them for resistance, rejection, and persecution.So how do we hold onto joy, love, and faith when following Jesus becomes difficult?Together, Jamie and Jane explore what it means to love sacrificially without needing the approval of the world, how to remain rooted in Christ when your faith is challenged, and the role of the Holy Spirit—the Advocate—who empowers us to testify about Jesus.Following Christ doesn't guarantee an easy road. But Jesus never asks us to walk it alone.This conversation is an invitation to stay rooted in love, remain faithful under pressure, and choose joy even when following Jesus comes with a cost.Reflection Question: Can I remain joyful, loving, and faithful to Jesus even when following Him costs me the approval of others?____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Website: www.janewwilliams.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
What if the key to creating a more successful, abundant life is learning to focus on what you can actually control? Tori DaCosta shares how self-leadership, personal ownership, and resilience can help you turn challenges into strength and close the gap between your potential and performance. In this episode of The Balanced, Beautiful & Abundant Show, Rebecca Whitman sits down with business leader, coach, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Tori DaCosta. Tori is a leader within a Fortune 50 company, founder of Journey Stone LLC, and author of the award-winning book No Name Bastard: How Our Lives Teach Us What We Can Control, Manage, and Influence. Together, Rebecca and Tori explore what it really means to lead yourself well, why work-life balance may be the wrong goal, and how our most difficult experiences can become some of our greatest sources of strength. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to identify what you can control, manage, and influence so you stop wasting energy on what you can't change. Why self-leadership is the foundation for creating meaningful success in every area of your life. How to transform painful experiences and setbacks into strength, wisdom, and personal power. Why traditional work-life balance may be a myth and what to pursue instead for a sustainable, abundant life. How high-achieving women can take ownership of their lives without taking responsibility for everything and everyone. Tori also shares how to recognize the stories from your past that may still be shaping your decisions—and how to reclaim your narrative so your history becomes a source of strength rather than a limitation. Connect With Tori DaCosta Visit JourneyStone.com to learn more about Tori's speaking, coaching, and work. Her award-winning book, No Name Bastard: How Our Lives Teach Us What We Can Control, Manage, and Influence, is available in hardcover and Kindle wherever books are sold, as well as in audiobook format on Audible, Spotify, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Libro.fm, and Chirp. #SelfLeadership, #PersonalGrowth, #Resilience, #AbundantLife, #PersonalDevelopment, #MindsetShift, #WomenInLeadership, #WorkLifeBalance, #SuccessMindset, #BalancedBeautifulAbundant ✨ CONNECT WITH REBECCA ✨
Just because something is common doesn't mean it's healthy. In this episode, Julie looks at six things we may have normalized, including running on tired, sitting too much, choosing convenience over nourishment, constant stress, never giving our brains a break, and accepting not feeling well as normal. This episode isn't about guilt or changing everything at once. It's an invitation to notice what may not be helping and ask God what He wants us to see. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
What if the beliefs shaping your life are also limiting what you believe is possible? Mindset mentor Natalie Wynn shares how to recognize scarcity thinking, challenge subconscious beliefs, reclaim purpose, and shift toward abundance. We also talk about manifestation, taking aligned action, and becoming a more intentional co-creator of your life. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy, join the Simply Said community at pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it really mean to live an abundant life? Through Joseph's incredible rise from prison to leadership in Genesis 41, we'll discover how God's presence, humility, responsibility, and purpose can shape a life that impacts far more than ourselves.
How do we change our way of thinking to move away from a me perspective and become someone who let's Christ live through us, as us, so that we can discover what abundant life really looks like?Speaker: Tony Shupp
Why does it matter what we put in our bodies? In this personal episode, Julie shares how her relationship with food has changed over the years and why she now sees food as nourishment rather than something tied only to weight or appearance. She offers simple encouragement for making intentional choices without guilt, obsession, or the pressure to eat perfectly. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
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When You Fail, Return to Worship | Genesis 13:1-4What do you do after you get it wrong?Abraham's journey wasn't perfect. After a season marked by fear and failure, Abram returned to the place of the altar and called on the name of the Lord again.Faith isn't about never failing—it's about knowing where to go when we do. We can return to God, return to worship, and take the next faithful step.Join us as we continue ABRAHAM: THE LONG WALK and discover the Abundant Life found in walking with a faithful God.
Fear has a way of creeping into everything—from parenting and health to our future, relationships, and the pressure to keep up. But what if the answer isn't trying harder to eliminate fear, but learning to trust God more deeply? Ginny welcomes back bestselling author and speaker Christine Caine to discuss her new devotional, Whom Shall I Fear? 100 Devotions for Overcoming Fear and Living the Abundant Life. Christine shares practical wisdom for confronting fear through four powerful practices: rest, prayer, listening to the Holy Spirit, and finding strength in the joy of the Lord. They explore why rest is ultimately an act of trust, how to discern what deserves our “yes,” what to do with unanswered prayers and disappointment, and why we must continually “check our markers” before we unknowingly drift into fear. Christine also shares deeply personal reflections on adoption, her biological mother, and learning to live peacefully with questions that may never be answered. Plus, Christine discusses A21's Global Freedom Summit and how parents can better understand and prevent online child exploitation. Learn more about Christine here Get a copy of Whom Shall I Fear here ** A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them out below: My Green Mattress: Visit www.mygreenmattress.com and save 15% on your order during their Labor Day Sale. Plus, use code 1000hours for an additional $10 off your cart total when you purchase any mattress. BetterHelp: Visit www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS today to get 10% off your first month. Quince - Visit www.quince.com/outside and get free shipping and 365 day returns IXL Learning - Head to www.ixl.com/1000hours to get an exclusive 20% savings on your membership Whisker - Take care of your cats while taking an additional $50 off bundles with code 1000HOURS when you shop www.whisker.com/1000HOURS Looking for guided adventures that will blow you away with their attention to detail? Head to www.exploreworldwide.com and tell them 1KHO sent you! Muzzle Sleep Tape - Go to MuzzleSleep.com and use code 1000HOURS for 10% off. Zenni Optical- Go to www.zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order, plus free shipping on all U.S. orders over $65. Active Skin Repair - Don't forget to put this in your first aid kit! Visit ActiveSkinRepair.com and use the code 1000HOURS to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products. Boll & Branch - Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/1000hours with code 1000hours Ka'Chava - Go to https://kachava.com and use code 1000HOURS for 15% off your first order. Hey Polo - Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/1000hours or use code 1000HOURS and get 70% off your first year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Mark 9:30-37. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4ccZPt6), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast ....This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brooklyn-sermons.This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Columbia Peaks, Item Tile, Metadata, PNG, Spectrogram, VBR MP3
Stay Connected: The Vine, the Branches & the Purpose of Pruning – John 15:1–12In Episode 151 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane dive into one of Jesus' most powerful pictures of our relationship with Him: “I am the vine; you are the branches.”In John 15:1–12, Jesus teaches that a fruitful life doesn't come from striving harder—it comes from abiding deeper. But He also introduces something most of us would rather avoid: pruning.Together, Jamie and Jane explore why God prunes even the branches that are already producing fruit, how seasons of cutting back can actually prepare us for greater growth, and what it practically looks like to remain connected to Jesus when life feels uncomfortable or uncertain.What if the thing God is removing isn't punishment? What if it's preparation?Jesus' invitation is simple: Remain in Me. Because apart from Him we can do nothing, but connected to the Vine, our lives can produce the kind of lasting fruit God created us to bear.And at the center of it all is love—remaining in His love and learning to love others as He has loved us.Reflection Question: What if the thing I've been asking God to restore is actually something He's pruning so I can grow?____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Website: www.janewwilliams.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
When did taking care of ourselves get so complicated? In this episode, Julie talks about the overwhelming amount of health advice coming at us and why more information doesn't always make things clearer. She shares simple ways to care for ourselves, reminds us that what works for one person may not work for another, and encourages us to seek God's guidance instead of turning wellness into another burden. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
We can rejoice because God has a plan for our lives.
Pastor Bill talks about The Promise of Abundant Life, where he unpacks Jesus' promise of life to the full. This promise is not an individual achievement- it is a shared experience found in community, as we walk together following Jesus, being shaped through discipleship, and living out our calling. Life groups are the communities within GCC where that abundant life is experienced and are the pathway into the abundant life Jesus describes.
Peace the World Can't Give: The Promise of the Holy Spirit – John 14:15–31 In Episode 150 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane finish John 14 with one of Jesus' greatest promises: we will never have to walk alone. As Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure, He promises the coming of the Holy Spirit—the Advocate, Helper, and Teacher who will remain with them and remind them of everything Jesus has taught. Then, in the middle of uncertainty about what comes next, Jesus gives them something the world cannot manufacture: His peace. Together, Jamie and Jane explore what it means to recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit in our everyday lives, how love for Jesus shapes our obedience, and the difference between temporary peace based on circumstances and the lasting peace that comes from Christ. Jesus never promised His followers a life without trouble, questions, or uncertainty. He promised something better: His presence in the middle of it. If your heart has been anxious, overwhelmed, or searching for peace, pull up a chair. John 14 reminds us that we have a Helper, we have His presence, and we have a peace the world cannot give. Reflection Question: Am I looking to my circumstances to give me peace—or am I learning to receive the peace Jesus has already given me? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, throws more light on this in this insightful message titled "Called To Abundant Life" during the Abundant Life Conference organised by the Harvest Chapel International, at Abeka - Accra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hey! Join us as Pastor David preaches on the abundant life that Jesus offers.
What does it really mean to be well? In this episode, Julie begins the Healthy, Whole, and Well series by looking beyond food, exercise, and the number on the scale. She shares why our physical, mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual health are all connected. Instead of trying to change everything at once, Julie invites us to simply pay attention to what God may be showing us about our health, and to care well for the whole life He has entrusted to us. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
Did you know that just like forgiveness, healing has already been provided? Daniel shares how God is waiting on you to receive this great news!
What is faith? Faith isn't a feeling, and it isn't wishful thinking — it's trusting in divine facts about who Jesus is and what He has done. In this message from 1 Corinthians 13:13, Pastor Phil Hopper explains how faith, hope, and love form the foundation of the A-Life, the abundant life Jesus promised in John 10:10. You'll hear why every person is a person of faith, and why the real question isn't whether you believe but what your faith rests on. Biblical faith is never blind faith; it stands on rational, tangible, verifiable evidence for God and for the resurrection of Jesus. Discover what faith really is and how it anchors the abundant life in Christ. Connect with us on Social Media ⤵ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ⤵ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc Books & Resources: https://abundant-life.com/resources/books/ Listen to The Well Podcast ⤵ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5wadnywAMEK7c0E1qatMoY?si=SjH6Ko7VR3OoHrRy1yYLlQ&nd=1&dlsi=395ae55d95ac4b11 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well/id1233267223 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hogfBmv7YogvCjiNYLz9a2 Find Your Next Step: https://alife.livingproof.co/ Watch More Sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/
Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away! This episode includes AI-generated content.
Ask, Believe, Dream Bigger: The Greater Things Jesus Promised – John 14:12–14 In Episode 149 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane slow down and dive into just three powerful verses—John 14:12–14—where Jesus makes an astonishing promise about faith, prayer, and the “greater works” His followers will do. What did Jesus mean when He said, “Whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these”? And what do we do with His invitation to “ask me for anything in my name”? Together, Jamie and Jane explore the difference between dreaming with God and simply asking Him to bless our plans. They talk about bold prayers, surrendered dreams, expectations, and what it means to believe that God can accomplish more through our lives than we could ever manufacture on our own. Maybe we've been praying too safely. Maybe we've allowed disappointment to shrink what we're willing to ask God for. John 14 invites us to believe again, ask boldly, dream with God—and remember that ultimately, it is all for the glory of the Father. Reflection Question: Have I allowed fear, disappointment, or past unanswered prayers to make my prayers smaller—and what might God be inviting me to ask Him for again? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
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Change can be uncomfortable, but it can also lead us into growth and new possibilities. In this guest episode, Julie sits down with her friend Libby Conder to talk about embracing change, moving through fear, and trusting God with what comes next. Libby shares why she describes this season as moving from a caterpillar into a butterfly and encourages us to keep growing, stay open to what God is doing, and hold tightly to Him through every season of change. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
In John 10:10, Jesus says, “I have come so that they may have life and have it in abundance.” But what exactly does abundant life mean—especially for families whose lives include disability, dependence, limitation, or suffering?In this episode, Larah looks at John 10 in its larger biblical context and challenges the assumption that abundance means health, independence, success, comfort, or a life untouched by hardship. With help from Puritan theologian William Gurnall's reflections on redemption, she explores how God's plan in Christ is not merely to repair what sin ruined, but to bring His people into a redemption that sin can never ultimately destroy.You'll hear why the presence of suffering does not mean the absence of abundant life, why disability does not put someone at a theological disadvantage, and why the greatest thing we can pursue for our autistic children is not normalization or independence—but life in Christ.In this episode: What John 10:10 actually means in context Why John 9 helps us understand Jesus as the Good Shepherd The difference between good gifts and gospel promises Why abundant life cannot be defined by ability, health, or independence Why suffering and abundant life can exist at the same time What this means for discipling autistic children Why our ultimate assignment is still the Great CommissionKey Scriptures: John 9–10, John 1:4, John 6:35, John 11:25, John 14:6, Romans 5, Romans 8, 1 Corinthians 15, Ephesians 1, Revelation 21Main takeaway: The abundant life Jesus promises is not a life untouched by the effects of the fall. It is life with God, secured by Christ, that the effects of the fall cannot ultimately take away.The gospel message doesn't change, but the method in which it's delivered might have to for learning's sake. Our assignment is not normalization. Our assignment is to make disciples.Willian Gurnalls, Daily Readings from The Christian in Complete Armour:https://www.moodypublishers.com/daily-readings-from-the-christian-in-complete-armour?srsltid=AfmBOooNZ4x7-xXmX67OZs_XDTjNngyY37dCaC6ku4DWk_rgLc-R_5s5
We all want abundant life—but we keep wandering through doors that promise freedom and leave us empty. In John 10, Jesus makes a breathtaking claim: the life your soul was created for is found through Him alone. He is the Door who welcomes you, the Shepherd who knows your name, and the Lamb who gave His life to save yours. When you are lost, He searches for you. When you are too weak to return, He carries you. When every other voice competes for your trust, He keeps calling you home. Jesus is closer than you think—and He is still knocking. Will you open the door?
Ready to Talk: A Christian Parent's Guide to Gender and Sexuality is a new resource written by Amber Garrett Carroll. Sammie sits down with her on today's episode to chat about the book and how it can practically help parents and the Church dive into these topics with confidence and preparedness, taking a proactive approach to issues we know they'll one day face. We talk about the 3 essential parts to her book - (1) the theological foundation, (2) practical conversation starters, and (3) same sex attraction/gender issues - and how parents are able to prepare for conversations with their kids in today's culture."In Ready to Talk, Amber Carroll prepares readers to do just that: talk. This book equips parents for the inevitable conversations ahead, offering practical recommendations, suggested wording, and developmentally attuned guidance. Carroll provides a wife randge of thoughtful teaching and sample responses to some of the most challenging topics parents worry they will one day face. The material on vocational singleness is especially inqure and accessibly. I highly recommend this book." -Mark Yarhouse, Psy. D., Author of Emerging Sexual Identities and Gender Identity and FaithAmber graduated from Union University in 2008 with a degree in English Literature and Secondary Education. After college, she spent six years teaching middle and high school in the public school system, followed by several years at home raising babies while freelancing as an editor for publishers including Lifeway.In 2019, she joined Equip, where she now serves as Vice President. Her primary focus is equipping Christian parents with the clarity, confidence, and courage they need to begin age-appropriate conversations with their kids about God-honoring sex, sexuality, gender. Her passion for helping parents talk with their kids about sex, sexuality, and gender in ways that build trust, deepen faith, and point them toward Jesus, is something we all can learn from. This work matters deeply to her as she has quite the personal connection to it that you'll hear about through our conversation. This book is for you if you're…– a Christian parent of children ages 2–12 and you realize conversations about sex, relationships, and gender are conversations you can't afford to avoid– a grandparent, godparent, foster parent, aunt, or uncle– a children's ministry leader, Sunday School teacher, or kids' volunteer– anyone who cares about equipping kids to understand God's design for sexuality and genderHere are some things we mentioned in this episode:Amber's Free Resource - Parent PackAmber's Instagram and Equip's FacebookAmber's Wesbite Book Amber to Speak Amber's Email: amber@equipyourcommunity.org Remember - Amber is assisting churches in hosting FREE events this year regarding these topics. Reach out to her with questions! Be sure to stay up to date with Abundant Life: You Were Made for More by visiting our blog - and if you're loving the podcast, send guest recommendations to us or leave us a star-rating/review on your favorite listening platform to spread the word about the you were made for more message.You Were Made for More Social Media: FacebookInstagram
If grace changes us, why do we still struggle with the same fears, habits, and destructive patterns?Receiving grace isn't the end of our transformation. It's the beginning of a new way of life.In this message from Romans 8, Rev. Mark Reynolds uses physical therapy as an image for how the Holy Spirit heals, frees, and gradually reshapes us. God's grace makes new life possible, but learning to live in that freedom happens one faithful step at a time.Discover why spiritual growth is not about earning God's love or anxiously trying to fix yourself. The Spirit supplies the power, and we learn to cooperate through small practices that form new patterns, restore our freedom, and make us more like Jesus.You don't have to change everything overnight. Simply ask: Where is the Spirit inviting me to take one small step?Get the 5-Day Devotional based on this sermon at revmarkreynolds.com.
Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 26; 35–36; John 20 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! Today is August 18th, and we are continuing our journey through the Scriptures with Jeremiah 26, 35–36, and John 20. In Jeremiah, we encounter a king who attempts to silence God's message by cutting apart and burning the prophet's scroll. Yet the Word cannot be destroyed. What is burned is written again, and even more is added. Then, in John 20, we witness the resurrection of Jesus. The Living Word, rejected and crucified, emerges from the tomb in victory. Today's readings remind us that neither human opposition, fire, violence, nor death can extinguish the purposes of God. What appears to have been reduced to ashes becomes the beginning of abundant life. Settle in, open your heart, and let us listen together for the living Word of God. TODAY'S DEVOTION: The Word cannot be extinguished. In Jeremiah, we see the king take the scroll containing God's Word, cut it apart, and throw it into the fire. He believes that by destroying the scroll, he can silence its message. But the king can burn the pages without destroying the Word. God tells Jeremiah to write it again. And this time, even more is added. Out of the ashes, the Word returns. It is rewritten, restored, and reaffirmed. Human resistance cannot stop what God is doing. The king may burn the scroll, but he cannot extinguish its source or frustrate its purpose. Then we turn to John's Gospel and see the powers of darkness attempting to extinguish God's Living Word, Jesus Christ. They condemn him, crucify him, and consign his body to a grave. They believe that the story is finished. But the cross and the grave cannot stop God. Jesus enters fully into the fire of human judgment, violence, suffering, and death. Yet none of these things can hold him. He emerges from the tomb as the resurrection and the life. What looked like an ending becomes a new beginning. What appeared to be defeat becomes victory. What had been reduced to ashes gives way to abundant life. Jesus entered the fire and passed through death so that we might be brought into the much more of his life. He invites us to leave behind the ashes of despair, shame, fear, and defeat and awaken to resurrection hope. The Word cannot be extinguished. The life of Christ cannot be overcome. And because his life is now at work in us, our failures and losses do not have the final word either. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May we rise from the ashes and enter more fully into the abundant life of Christ. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen. 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If you've been feeling like you're missing the life God has given you, what do you do next? In this episode, Julie shares why we may think trying harder, clearing our calendar, or becoming more disciplined is the answer. But, instead, she leads us to three invitations from Jesus: Come. Follow. Remain. You'll be encouraged to draw closer to Jesus throughout your ordinary days and discover how staying present with Him helps you stay present in the life He's given you. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
Watch the YouTube version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/iv8S1HuQJ0kReady to attract more luck into your life? Welcome to a powerful affirmation session designed to align your mind, body, and soul with the energy of luck and positivity. When you believe you are lucky, you invite good fortune and abundance in. Let Bob Baker's soothing male voice reinforce the belief that everything always works out for you, even when you may not see it. If you state these affirmations with an open heart, your life will transform as you magically attract more luck and good fortune. Words and music by Bob Baker (c) 2026.Visit https://BobBakerInspiration.com/lab to become a member of the Impact Formula Lab, where I help heart-centered, purpose-driven people like you turn their talents, wisdom, and expertise into meaningful impact and income.Get my three most recent books:- The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk https://bobbakerinspiration.com/book- 60-Day Money Magnet Abundance Journal https://amzn.to/4nSZoLU- Unstoppable: Unleash Your Full Potential https://bob-baker.mykajabi.com/offers/7AHWNp58/checkoutGET my "21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost" at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/21daysAll of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project.Send me a quick message Get free gifts when you join the “Abundant Life” newsletter, where I share inspirational messages and go deeper with you than the affirmations on my YouTube channel and podcast https://bobbakerinspiration.com/freeSupport the show
How do you forgive someone who hurt you without forgetting what happened?In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let's take a deeper look at forgiveness and why holding onto anger, resentment, betrayal, and unforgiveness can keep us stuck in the past.But forgiveness is often misunderstood.Forgiving someone doesn't mean pretending the hurt didn't happen. It doesn't mean forgetting, excusing wrongdoing, immediately trusting someone again, or automatically reconciling with them.Instead, forgiveness can be a conscious decision to release the emotional weight of what happened and place the hurt in God's hands while continuing to grow in wisdom, discernment, boundaries, and healing.Let me explain how to forgive what you can't forget and share practical steps for releasing resentment without denying the reality of your experience.She also addresses an important truth: forgiveness and justice can coexist. Forgiving someone does not mean tolerating abuse, ignoring injustice, abandoning healthy boundaries, or refusing to seek appropriate legal or professional help.Most importantly, forgiveness is about your freedom and your future, not giving the person who hurt you continued power over your life.In this episode, you'll learn:Why unforgiveness can keep you emotionally stuckThe difference between forgiveness and forgettingHow anger, resentment, criticism, and constantly replaying the past can reveal unforgivenessFive questions to help identify whether you're holding onto a grudgeWhat forgiveness is and what it is notWhy forgiveness does not require an apologyWhy forgiveness does not automatically mean reconciliationThe difference between forgiveness and trustWhy trust must be earnedHow forgiveness and healthy boundaries can exist togetherWhy forgiveness doesn't mean allowing abuse or injustice to continueThe potential emotional, relational, and spiritual benefits of releasing resentmentPractical steps for forgiving someone who hurt youHow to stop allowing your past experience to become your identityChapters:0:00 - Intro1:11 - Why forgiveness matters1:41 - Common misconceptions about forgiveness5:08 - What is unforgiveness?8:24 - 5 Questions to identify unforgiveness9:31 - What Forgiveness Is NOT16:05 - Reason why you should forgive18:04 - Practical steps to forgive21:57 - How to take action todayQuotations:“Forgiveness is not a memory relapse. You don't just forget what happened, but it is a memory release.” - Dawn Damon“Your healing and your freedom and your release and your restoration of joy is not predicated on them asking or giving you an apology.” - Dawn Damon“Forgiveness is a free gift. Nobody earns that. You give it freely. But trust me, now that's a different story. That is earned.” - Dawn DamonResources:
In Week 3 of Even Here, we dive into Psalm 23:5 and the surprising picture David gives us of God preparing a table “in the presence of my enemies.” What if the good life isn't a life without opposition, difficulty, or enemies—but a life where we can still experience the goodness of God in the middle of it all? This message explores how we can be aware of the things working against us without becoming consumed by them, recognize the possibility of an overflowing life through the Holy Spirit, and pay attention to what we're allowing to “feed” us. We may not be able to choose who sits around our table, but we can choose who feeds us. Because the Shepherd is still present, the table is still set, and abundant life is still available—even here. -------------------------- We are Lifepoint Church located in Louisville, Kentucky. Whether you're brand new and exploring what we're all about or you've been with us for a while and want to dive deeper, we're glad you're here! To learn more about Lifepoint Church, visit http://www.lifepointlou.org. To connect with us socially: • Facebook: / lifepointlou • Instagram: / lifepointlou At Lifepoint Church, we believe in gathering in person every week to worship, grow, and connect as a community. If you can't make it on Sunday, no worries! You can catch the message here on our YouTube channel. We'd love for you to join us in person this week or tune in to one of the hundreds of messages here online! #lifepointlou #jennifermcgill #shawnmcgill #drcalebbrown We are Lifepoint Church located in Louisville, Kentucky. Whether you're brand new and exploring what we're all about or you've been with us for a while and want to dive deeper, we're glad you're here! To learn more about Lifepoint Church, visit http://www.lifepointlou.org
Maybe the problem isn't that you need more from life. Maybe you've been listening to too many voices.Every day, the world is telling us what we should want, who we should become, what will make us happy, and where we should find our identity. But Jesus offers something radically different: an abundant life—not by giving us everything we want, but by becoming the Shepherd we can trust.In John 10, Jesus says, “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” But abundant life doesn't mean an easy life. Jesus promises protection in the middle of trouble, provision when we don't have all the answers, peace when life feels overwhelming, and freedom from the things that keep us trapped.The question is: Whose voice are you following?Knowing about Jesus isn't the same as belonging to Jesus. And you don't have to know exactly where the Shepherd is leading—you just have to know the Shepherd.In this message, we'll discover what Jesus meant by the abundant life and how learning to hear His voice can change the way we approach faith, purpose, anxiety, relationships, freedom, and everyday life.If you're searching for hope, purpose, peace, or a deeper relationship with Jesus, this message is for you.
Watch the YouTube version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/SWceWVESosMEnjoy five minutes of high-energy affirmations from Bob Baker spoken over an electronic dance beat. Raise your vibration fast with these positive daily affirmations. A great way to start your day right in the morning. Words and music by Bob Baker (c) 2026.Visit https://BobBakerInspiration.com/lab to become a member of the Impact Formula Lab, where I help heart-centered, purpose-driven people like you turn their talents, wisdom, and expertise into meaningful impact and income.Get my three most recent books:- The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk https://bobbakerinspiration.com/book- 60-Day Money Magnet Abundance Journal https://amzn.to/4nSZoLU- Unstoppable: Unleash Your Full Potential https://bob-baker.mykajabi.com/offers/7AHWNp58/checkoutGET my "21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost" at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/21daysAll of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project.Send me a quick message Get free gifts when you join the “Abundant Life” newsletter, where I share inspirational messages and go deeper with you than the affirmations on my YouTube channel and podcast https://bobbakerinspiration.com/freeSupport the show
Troubled World, Untroubled Heart: Trusting Jesus When Life Feels Uncertain – John 14:1–11 In Episode 147 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane step into John 14:1–11, where Jesus speaks some of His most comforting words to His disciples: “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Jesus knows what is coming. The disciples are facing uncertainty, confusion, and fear—yet He doesn't promise them an easy road. Instead, He gives them something greater: Himself. Together, Jamie and Jane unpack what it means to have an untroubled heart in a troubled world, why trusting God doesn't require understanding everything He's doing, and the hope found in Jesus' declaration: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” When the world feels uncertain, our circumstances don't have to determine the condition of our hearts. Jesus invites us to trust Him, know the Father through Him, and find peace in the promise that He is preparing the way. If your heart has felt anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what's ahead, John 14 is an invitation to remember who Jesus is—and why you can trust Him. What is troubling my heart right now—and what would change if I trusted Jesus with it instead of trying to control the outcome? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
What if a truly wealthy life has far less to do with how much money you have and far more to do with how you experience your life?Kate welcomes Marla Mattenson back for the third and final part of their Money Series to explore what it actually means to live a wealthy, abundant life. They move beyond the numbers in your bank account and into the thoughts, relationships, self-worth, presence, pleasure and connection that shape how abundant your life actually feels.Marla explores how complaining, judgment and comparison can reveal the places where fear and old conditioning are still running the show. Rather than trying to suppress negative thoughts, she shares how to capture them, look for the patterns underneath them and discover the desires they may be pointing you toward.They also unpack the power of presence, why comparison is most useful when it becomes inspiration, and how our relationships and conversations can dramatically expand what we believe is possible for our lives.Ultimately, wealth becomes something much bigger than money. It is the capacity to feel worthy of the life you are creating, deeply connected to yourself and others, open to possibility and willing to keep dreaming beyond the limits of who you have been.In This Episode We Explore:How complaining and negative thoughts can reveal hidden scarcity patternsTurning comparison into inspiration instead of self-judgmentThe connection between presence, self-worth and abundanceExpanding your definition of wealth beyond moneyCreating a bigger vision for the life you truly wantYour Practice for This Week:Take yourself on a date with the version of you already living your most fulfilled and abundant life. Imagine how she lives, feels, spends her time and relates to money, then choose one to three small steps you can take toward that vision now.Resources and Next Steps:Learn more about Marla and her work through Beacons Global. https://beaconsglobal.com/Connect with Marla on LinkedIn or Instagram @marlamattensonAbout the Guest:Marla Mattenson guides highly sensitive entrepreneurs and conscious organizations in sales, business, and love to consistently earn more than they need, doing the work they love.With her background in neuroscience and mathematics from UCLA & Claremont Graduate University, nervous system regulation training, and 23 years sitting Vipassana Meditation, Marla is a modern mystic. She blends logic and intuition into a calm, potent approach to navigating the “oh shit" moments with grace, ease, joy & flow.Marla has helped thousands; including Academy Award-winning actors, producers and directors, NBA players and coaches, Grammy Award-winning artists, legal teams, wealth advisors, city employees, and visionary entrepreneurs.She is a perpetual student of what moves us beyond cycles of harm, devoted to conversations that transform.As the Visionary & CEO of Beacons Global, faculty at UT Law teaching Ethics, and enjoying life in Santa Barbara with her family, Marla practices everything she teaches in business, love & life. www.linkedin.com/in/marla-mattenson-08613195Website: https://www.theunscriptdwoman.com/About the Host:Kate Harlow is the founder of The Unscriptd Woman, the creator of The Expanded Love Coaching Method, and host of The New Truth podcast - ranked in the top 1.5% globally. With over 15 years of experience teaching, coaching and facilitating transformational retreats worldwide, Kate has helped hundreds of thousands of women break free from outdated relational patterns, old patriarchal ways of thinking and unspoken rules to live by.Her infallible methods guide women to release the deeply ingrained scripts that keep them stuck- empowering women to step into their highest, most magnetic, and fully expressed selves. Through her coaching, retreats, podcast and upcoming book The Unscriptd Woman, Kate is redefining what it means to be an empowered woman in today's world, showing women how to stop waiting for permission and start creating a life and love that aligns with their deepest truth.Known for her rare ability to see exactly where women are out of alignment with themselves, Kate offers a path back to unwavering self- trust, meaningful joy and true fulfillment. 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In this episode, Julie explores the distractions, pressures, worries, and divided attention that can keep us from being fully present in our own lives. She also looks deeper at what Scripture says about our hearts and how turning our attention back to God can help us experience the abundant life He offers right here, right now. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!
Let's connect! Join my “Abundant Life” newsletter for free! https://bobbakerinspiration.com/free - Get free gifts when you do!Have you ever noticed that the person who's hardest on you... is often you? You make one mistake, miss one deadline, say the wrong thing, and suddenly that little voice in your head starts piling on. If you've ever experienced that — and I'm pretty sure you have — I want to share three simple steps that have made a huge difference in my life. Bob Baker (c) 2026.Visit https://BobBakerInspiration.com/lab to become a member of the Impact Formula Lab, where I help heart-centered, purpose-driven people like you turn their talents, wisdom, and expertise into meaningful impact and income.Get my three most recent books:- The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk https://bobbakerinspiration.com/book- 60-Day Money Magnet Abundance Journal https://amzn.to/4nSZoLU- Unstoppable: Unleash Your Full Potential https://bob-baker.mykajabi.com/offers/7AHWNp58/checkoutGET my "21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost" at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/21daysAll of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project.Send me a quick messageSupport the show
Faithful Through Betrayal: Love, Loyalty, and the New Commandment – John 13:18–38 In Episode 146 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane continue through John 13:18–38, where the final hours before the cross reveal both the beauty of Christ's love and the heartbreak of human failure. Jesus foretells Judas' betrayal, predicts Peter's denial, and gives His disciples a new commandment that will forever define His followers: "Love one another as I have loved you." Together, they explore how Jesus responded to betrayal with compassion, why our identity is rooted in Christ rather than our failures, and what it truly means to love others with the same grace we've received. Even in the face of rejection and abandonment, Jesus remained faithful to His mission—and He invites us to do the same. This episode is a powerful reminder that while people may disappoint us, Jesus never will. His love is stronger than betrayal, His grace is greater than our failures, and His call to love remains at the center of the Christian life. How can I reflect the love of Jesus toward someone who has hurt me, disappointed me, or failed me? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams
Visit https://BobBakerInspiration.com/lab to become a member of the Impact Formula Lab, where I help heart-centered, purpose-driven people like you turn their talents, wisdom, and expertise into meaningful impact and income.Watch the YouTube version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/Xkbnzty9KXoStart your day with these powerful morning affirmations from Bob Baker. Repeat them to yourself and use them as fuel to achieve your goals and make your dreams come true! Feel the positive energy as you launch into your day with confidence. Words and music by Bob Baker (c) 2026.Get my three most recent books:- The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk https://bobbakerinspiration.com/book- 60-Day Money Magnet Abundance Journal https://amzn.to/4nSZoLU- Unstoppable: Unleash Your Full Potential https://bob-baker.mykajabi.com/offers/7AHWNp58/checkoutGET my "21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost" at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/21daysAll of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project.Send me a quick message Get free gifts when you join the “Abundant Life” newsletter, where I share inspirational messages and go deeper with you than the affirmations on my YouTube channel and podcast https://bobbakerinspiration.com/freeSupport the show