Podcasts about altars

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Tiny pacemakers the size of a rice grain are revolutionizing care for premature infants with heart rhythm issues. These remarkable devices, which dissolve naturally after about a week, eliminate the need for risky removal surgery and represent a fascinating frontier in medical technology. Though currently benefiting a small number of children globally, the underlying innovations promise broader applications across healthcare.Meanwhile, scientific research continues confirming the harmful effects of recreational marijuana on male fertility. THC significantly alters sperm morphology, potentially dropping viability below the threshold needed for reproduction. This raises challenging questions about why societies continue legalizing substances despite mounting evidence of health risks, and connects to broader concerns about declining fertility rates worldwide.The growing trend of "longevity clinics" charging thousands monthly for anti-aging treatments and "peak performance" optimization highlights our culture's obsession with extending earthly life. These luxury wellness centers cater to wealthy clients seeking to maximize their years, yet they prompt deeper reflection on what truly matters. As we discuss these clinics, we explore the contrast between pursuing a longer physical existence versus embracing an eternal perspective that transforms how we view our time on earth.Perhaps most thought-provoking is our examination of an ancient sacrificial altar discovered in Guatemala, where archaeologists found remains of young children. This archaeological finding opens a window into historical practices that modern observers find horrifying, yet some academics contextualize these atrocities through cultural relativism rather than moral clarity. We consider parallels between ancient sacrificial systems and contemporary attitudes toward vulnerable populations, reflecting on which lives our society deems "expendable" and why Christianity offers a unique perspective on sacrifice that upends these cultural patterns.What do our technological pursuits, medical breakthroughs, and archaeological discoveries reveal about our deepest values? Join us for this wide-ranging conversation that challenges listeners to consider how we define human worth across time, technology, and culture. SHOW NOTES:The Tiniest Pacemaker: The pacemaker is the size of a grain of rice and can be inserted with a syringe. It is activated by pulses of light placed on the surface of the chest over the pacemaker. It is designed for temporary use and dissolves away when no longer needed. (Source: https://tinyurl.com/26z4fwvl accessed 4-3-25)Marijuana Use Harmful to Male Fertility: The morphology (shape) of sperm directly relates to its effectiveness in fertilizing an egg. According to the World Health Organization, having as little as 4% of sperm with normal morphology is considered sufficient for fertility under strict criteria. A typical non-smoking male has a 7% normal morphology sperm, with 52% of the sperm being immobile. A cigarette smoker (at least one pack/day for ten years) has 5% normal morphology sperm with 59% of it being immobile. A marijuana smoker (four joints/week for three years) had a 2% sperm that had normal morphology, and 69% of it was immobile. Male infertility in the United States has risen from about 6-7% to 11.4% over the past 50 years. While many factors are believed to cause this drop in fertility,The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you'd expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Every word, action, and response in a relationship leaves a lasting impact—far beyond the moment. The question isn't if we're creating ripples, but what kind of ripples are we sending out.Join us for our powerful new sermon series, Ripple Relationships, where we believe God will bring transformation to your relationships and marriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Understanding context; Nature of man and God; (Tree of) Knowledge?; What is true?; Information sources; (Dis)respecter of persons; Holy Spirit; Enoch?; Abraham's vision; Rivers in Genesis; Furnace and burning lamp; Caudrons in cities of blood; Welfare snares; Becoming merchandise; No coveting!; Gen 15:6; Learning from our mistakes; Seeking kingdom of God; Government of, for and by the people; Man and woman; Gen 16:1; Sarah and Haggar; "handmaid"; shin-pi-chet-hay+kuf; Who was Hagar?; Freewill offerings only; Haran; Put to death; Terah and Nimrod; Idolatry; "Pure Religion"; Turtledove goddess of Sumer; Bondage of Egypt; Altars of sacrifice; Gen 16:2; Respecting Sarai; Importance of children; Population collapse?; Lessons to be learned; kuy-lamad-lamad+tav (despise); Hagar left; Destroying the character of society; Duty?; Serving one another; Temptation of oppression; ayin-nun-tav (humbly submit); tav-hey-tav (to her authority); Modern Christians not knowing the Lord; Civil corban; Setting the captive free; Learning to do your duty; Ishmael; Serving without benefit; Kadesh and Bered; Hagar's vision; Muslims; Artificial duty; "Kadesh" = homosexual; Oppression of women; Knowing Holy Spirit; Ministering for God; 70% on welfare? Duty to fellowman; Being Israel; Public religion; Public school?; Repentance; Doing what Christ said to do; Covetous practices; God's judgment; Linking Gen 16 to Christ; Two witnesses; Willingness to see yourself; Fleeing Holy Spirit; "Beerlahairoi" (0883); "was called" kuf-resh-aleph - redemptive; biet-aleph-resh (Beer) lamad-heh-yod (lahai) resh-aleph-yod (roi); Hagar going back to serve Sarai; Dying on a cross; Testing your forgiveness; Aleph = relationship of God and man; Yod = divine spark; Awakening of leaders; Returning to God; Sin of Sodom; Strengthening the poor; Caring for one another; Leaven; Freewill vs force; Presidential salvation?; Charity; Are you ready for truth?; To whom do you serve?; Trust Holy Spirit.

Specific use of terms; Altars of clay and stone; Abraham's journey; Terah the idolator; Melchizedek (righteous king of peace); Wheat and tares; Abram's vision; Biblical metaphors; Burning smoking furnace; Driving away Vultures?; String whips?; Symbolism; Shepherding; "Lamb heads"; "Tongues"; Gen 15:17; Interpreting dreams and visions; Tree of Life; Sitting in darkness; Buddha; Tree of knowledge reliance; Indus valley flood; "Ur"; Nimrod; Life of Shem; Noah, righteous in his generations; True sons; "Patron"; "person" = legal office; Terah in Joshua 24:2; 1 Chron 1:17; Lk 3:34; Nimrod's system - Gen 10:9; One purse = cauldron = cities of blood; Making God's word of none effect; Multi-meaning words; Covetousness Israel?; Nimrod's benefits; Mystery Babylon; Smoking furnace?; Leaven; FDR?; Image of the beast; Col 3:5; Sin of Sodom; Americans following Nimrod; (dis)respecting persons; Seeing the whole truth; Eph 5:5; Eschewing covetousness; Whore of Revelation; 1 Cor 5:10; Fornicators "of this world"; Nazis?; Defending socialism; Force vs charity; Merchandise of the world; Getting to the end on the right side; Unrighteous mammon; Being sureties for debt; Learning the ways of His kingdom and righteousness; Gaining sight; 1 Cor 5:11; "Railers"; Forgiveness; Temptation of knowledge; Being Christ's candle; Lively stones of the altars; Exercising authority over others; Oppression; Debt; Josh 24:2; Degeneration of society; Leaving judgment to God; Faith; Living network; Identity politics; Fasting; Respecting Nimrod; Terah's governmental duties; Living altars - gatherings of men; Social bonds of society; Honor begets honor; Oligarchies under Nimrod and Egypt; Revelation; Identifying the solution; God as ruling judge; Apotheos; "Son of God"; Christ's peace; Setting the captive free; Finding the Tree of Life; Abraham and Moses and Christ had a different kind of society; Serving other gods; Make your choice.

Episode 120 of Victory Vision focuses on what the Bible has to say about Attire, Altars, and Abuse.

Join Father Bill Danaher as he gives his sermon on the The Passion Palm Sunday at Christ Church Cranbrook.

In this second installment of our conversation with Pastor Erik Janke of May River Lutheran Church, we go deeper into the sacramental life of the Lutheran Church—exploring what Lutherans believe about communion, baptism, and the authority of Scripture.Pastor Jeff and Pastor Erik unpack some of the differences between the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) and other branches of Lutheranism, including the ELCA and Missouri Synod, and why staying grounded in God's Word is at the heart of it all.

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"Eastward" (Ancient) of Eden?; Two creation accounts; How to get back to Tree of Life; Visions of Abraham; Euphrates = fruitfulness; "Help meet"; nun-gimel-dalet; What is woman?; Vessels of Holy Spirit; Gen 15:1; The word of God; "Vision" - biet-mem-chet-zayin-hey; Law of nature; Damascus; Eliezer = "helper"; Abraham's journey; Ur; God's prophecy to Abraham; Sons; Bondage opportunity; Righteousness; Giving purpose and value; Respecting the small things; Altars of stone and clay; "this land" = "erets"; aleph-resh-tzedek; freewill vs force; right to my body?; Charity alone; Turtledoves; Sophistry; Biblical "goat"; Red Heifer; Recognizing meaning; Driving away "fowls"; Moneychangers; Basics of who Abrahm was; Why Abraham?; Great darkness?; aleph-yod-mem-hey (horror); city?; gimel = cause/effect; sitting in darkness; v13: Bondage of Egypt; Satisfaction of righteousness; Virtue; Procreation a burden?; Selfishness; Revelation; Gathering in tens, hundreds and thousands; Giving to strengthen; Amorites = blood lickers; "President"; Where is love?; Are you a vulture? Amorite?; Abraham's altars; gimel-vav-zayin-lamad (turtledove); Welfare by forced giving; Lady Godiva; Gen 15:9 "Heifer"; Num 19:2 "Heifer" pey-resh-hey; Sacrifice; Doing what Christ/Moses/Abraham said to do; v18 - covenant for what land?; Living by faith; Covetous practices; Egypt (bondage) to Euphrates (fruitful); Kingdom of God AT HAND; Living by force; V19 List of names; Kenites - associated with Cane; Rolling back socialism; Weakened societies; Individual repentance; Spoiling; Giving your best; Division; Find fruitfulness.

In this passion week episode, we look at the Gospel as displayed in this Old Testament Story.Listen to episode 22 of season one for a passion week breakdownGet our passion week guide at this link

In Christianity, the altar holds deep significance for both symbolic and practical reasons. For many Christians, it is seen as a place where God's presence dwells in a special way, especially during worship and reverent moments. Historically, altars in the Bible were used as places to offer sacrifices to God. Today, the altar also symbolizes the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, making it a sacred space where Heaven and Earth meet."Altars Over Thrones" represents the prioritization of the Cross over the crowd, prophecies over policies, and a return to the genuine biblical path for transformation—both personal and national. Join us for a powerful conversation with pastor, speaker, and author of the newly released book Altars Over Thrones, John Hammer.Website: www.seanandchristasmith.comFacebook: @seanandchristasmithministriesInstagram: @revseansmith @mrschristasmithX: @revseansmithYouTube: @seanandchristasmithministries

What do we do when we fall into sin and feel overwhelmed by shame and guilt? Join us in studying how the altar opens up a way back to God. This week, we are studying the first altar of sacrifice that appears in Scripture. Altars are places of love, worshi

In this episode, prophet teaches on the power of altars and the key roles they play in the lives of believers and in their walk with God. Kindly listen and be blessed.

“For many educated Westerners,” writes today's guest, “ the idea that religion promotes violence and secularism ameliorates the problem is a settled certainty, a doxa, an unstated premise of right thinking. By no means do I deny that religious energies…can be turned toward destructive ends, especially by unscrupulous politicians in times of crisis and uncertainty… Nonetheless, concentration on or simply assuming religion's inclination toward violence insouciantly glides past a glaring reality of the twentieth century: namely, that regimes committed to secularism have not infrequently possessed just as much capacity for violence as, and often much more than, those tied to religious identity.” These are some of the observations with which Thomas Albert Howard begins his new book, Broken Altars: Secularist Violence in Modern History. It is a survey and a dissection of how certain types of secularism can lead to violence as furious as that of any religious fanatic.  Thomas Albert (Tal) Howard (Ph.D, University of Virginia) is professor of humanities and history and holds the Phyllis and Richard Duesenberg Chair in Christian Ethics at Valparaiso University. His previous books include The Faiths of Others: A History of Interreligious Dialogue (Yale University Press, 2021), which was the subject of our conversation in Episode 232 of this podcast. This is his third appearance on Historically Thinking; he also discussed the life and historical project of Jacob Burckhardt long, long ago in Episode 37. (The image is of two Tibetan Buddhists undergoing a "self-criticism session" in Lhasa sometime in 1966; from picryl.com)

John J. Miller is joined by Thomas Albert Howard to discuss his new book, 'Broken Altars.'

Teaching Text: Matthew 22:34-40 NRSVUE,”34 When the Pharisees heard that he had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together, 35 and one of them, an expert in the law, asked him a question to test him. 36 “Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” 37 He said to him, “ ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' 38 This is the greatest and first commandment. 39 And a second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' 40 On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.”Altar - a table for making sacrifices or offerings to God.OUR ALTAR IS A SIGNAL THAT SAYS LORD WE WANT YOU HERE.When we choose to encounter God this is where God's will begins to come alive in our lives. WHAT DOES GOD WANT FOR YOUR CITY FROM YOU?REVIVAL - an instance of something becoming important again.Partner in ActionBurn for RevivalIT FIRST MUST START WITH YOU AND GOD.1 Corinthians 1:26-31 NRSVUE,”26 Consider your own call, brothers and sisters: not many of you were wise by human standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. 27 But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; 28 God chose what is low and despised in the world, things that are not, to abolish things that are, 29 so that no one might boast in the presence of God. 30 In contrast, God is why you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification and redemption, 31 in order that, as it is written, “Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.”We are partners with God in revival.1 Corinthians 13 NRSVUE “If I speak in the tongues of humans and of angels but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 And if I have prophetic powers and understand all mysteries and all knowledge and if I have all faith so as to remove mountains but do not have love, I am nothing. 3 If I give away all my possessions and if I hand over my body so that I may boasta] but do not have love, I gain nothing. 4 Love is patient; love is kind; love is not envious or boastful or arrogant 5 or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable; it keeps no record of wrongs; 6 it does not rejoice in wrongdoing but rejoices in the truth. 7 It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.””Aim to love EVERY PERSON you encounter to make use of EVERY OPPURTUNITY we have.Matthew 5:43-48 NRSVUE,”43 You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44 But I say to you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 so that you may be children of your Father in heaven, for he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good and sends rain on the righteous and on the unrighteous. 46 For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? 47 And if you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the gentiles do the same? 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”“There are rare Christians whose very presence incites others to be better Christians. I want to be that rare Christian.” - A.W.TozerGet broken for your city through reading about Jesus's way in Gods word.Luke 23:34 NSRVUE,”34 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots to divide his clothing. 35 And the people stood by watching, but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!” 36 The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine 37 and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” 38 There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.” 39 One of the criminals who were hanged there kept degrading him and saying, “Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” 40 But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? 41 And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong.” 42 Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come in your kingdom.” 43 He replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.””We must AIM FOR RENEWAL not just for ourselves but for all people by TENDING THE FLAME SPIRIT WITHIN US and BURNING FOR REVIVAL and LIVING LIKE JESUS so that ALL PEOPLE KNOW THE LOVE OF GOD. 2. BURN FOR REVIVALHabakkuk 3:2,”O Lord, I have heard of your renown, and I stand in awe, O Lord, of your work. In our own time revive it; in our own time make it known; in wrath may you remember mercy.”The ______________ lasted from 1906-1915 and began with a small prayer meeting that erupted into a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit, marked by speaking in tongues, healings, and spontaneous worship. It was a powerful demonstration of unity, breaking down racial, social, and denominational barriers. The revival welcomed people from diverse racial backgrounds—African Americans, whites, Latinos, and Asians—worshiping together. This unity was groundbreaking during a time of racial tension, social issues, and political divide in America. The revival emphasized that all believers were equal before God, focusing on the shared experience of the Holy Spirit. Its legacy continues to inspire unity within many other movements, promoting inclusivity and oneness among Christians across cultural and social divides.”O Lord, I have heard of your renown, and I stand in awe, O Lord, of your work. In our own time revive it; in our own time make it known; in wrath may you remember mercy.”

There is nothing more powerful than meeting God at the altar. As a church, there is nothing more important than building altars where lives can meet Him. What happens at the altar is impossible for men to make happen. In this powerful message, Ps. Colin encourages us to get involved in building the next altars in the city he assigned us to through Vision Builders.

This Sunday, we look at 1 Kings 18: "Elijah on Mount Carmel" and the broken altars in our lives. #truthinthestreets#speakingtruthwithlove#forhisgloryministry#ammiebouwman#brokenaltars

Understanding inspired scripture; Tree of Life; vs Tree of Knowledge; Hiding from light; Nakedness; Aleph; Jacob's wrestling; Seeing the whole truth; Blame game; Spiritual guidance; Entering bondage; Systems of God vs of the "world"; Abraham's journey; "Beersheba"; Abraham's land; Freewill offerings; Living by faith, hope and charity; Essenes; Blessing those that curse you; What is God teaching you today?; Representative money; Legal title; Agreement with government; Wrath of God; Euphrates river?; Gen 48:1; vav+yod+chet+tav-zayin-kuf?; Jacob vs Israel; Praying for daily bread; Allegories; Income tax?; Bondage of Egypt; Seeing your fault; Brothers of Joseph; Exploring whole truth; Ephriam and Manasseh; Rachel's death; Seeing with God's eyes; Blessing sons; Appetite for benefits; Which son was first?; Israel's blessing; Living by God's righteousness; "Displeased"; Foresight; Right and left hands; Golden calf; Another way of government; Hebrew (written) language; Sword and bow?; Making recompence; Pure republics; Tithing; Caring for others; Moses sword and bow?; Red Sea?; "Altars"; God's social security; Sacrifice by choice; Not to be like the world governments; "Civil law"; Individual responsibilities; Prodigal sons; Consequential choices; Learning lessons; Repentance; Blessing Egypt; Sitting in darkness; Darkness and Light; Bloodlines?; Purpose-driven life?; Making Godly choices; Giving choice to others; "darkness"; Separation; Absence; Gen 3:24; Flaming sword turning every way; Beacon?; Willingness to see and know self; Learning patience; NATO?; Knowing history; Divine spark; Things that obscure our vision and thinking; Curses being blessings; hey-pey-kuf; (hey-mem-tav-hey-pey-kuf-tav); Whirling?; Power of HolySpirit; Christ's kind of sacrifice; "Leaven"; Forced sacrifice; Living stones; Covetousness; Welfare snares; Are you Israel?; Stop sitting in darkness; Repent and seek His kingdom and righteousness.

How do Altars and sacrifices apply to our lives today? What are we being called to surrender this Lenten season? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

The fullest experience of the Christian life involves encounters at altars and conversations around tables. In this insightful message, Ps. Mike explores the prescription of the church in the book of Acts and how we need both tables and altars to walk in the fullness and abundance that God has for us!

Bible history; Hebrew source; Creative translating; Double letters in Hebrew; Strong's concordance; Hebrew letters have meaning; Overcoming confusion; Servants in the household; Arts of the Temple; Shepherds in Goshen; Storing grain; In Egypt, and in USA; Joseph's foresight; Gen 47:1; "Father" = "ab"; "Occupation?"; "Servant" ayin-biet-dalet+(yod+kof); Herdsmen; Learning lessons - to be Israel; The "Way" of Christ; "Sojourn" vs "Dwell" = "yod-shen-biet"; Pharaoh hiring Israel; "Ruler" = "shin-resh"; Long lifespans; Ruben's realization; Hearing the cries of your brothers; Listening with Holy Spirit; Social safety net?; "Temples"; Central treasuries?; Operating by faith, hope and charity; "Money" failed; "Dollar"; Barter?; Portable wealth; History of money; Commodity money; Lev 19:36; Just weights and measures; "Minting"; Stanley vs White; Debts; Natural Law; Promises to pay?; Cattle for bread?; "(vav+tav)+tav-mem"; Trading your body; Bodies and land as servants for Pharaoh; Cities?; Abraham's land?; Cemeteries; Precious metals; Clay money?; Temple of Juno Moneta; Civil law; "Pacta Servanda Sunt" [sic]; Pharaoh's accumulation of wealth; v24 - 20% tax on labor; Joseph's deal; Pharaoh's grain; Golden calves; Altars; Bondage of Egypt; Daily bread; "Leaven"; Metaphor; Jacob's age; Death of Israel?; Symbology; Joseph's understanding; Gen 13:2; Household inclusions; Dept of Agriculture; Gen 24:35; Gen 23:16; Present value; Ezra 8:25; Ex 20:23 "gods"; Prov 1:14 One purse; Ex 23:3 Golden calf; Prov 3:9 first fruits; Forced offerings; Welfare snares; Legal Charity; Continuous servants; Peace.

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The altar is where we encounter God—where we surrender, repent, and receive His presence. But transformation doesn't stop there. True growth happens at the table, in community, where faith is tested, refined, and lived out in relationship with others. In this message, Ps. Jurgen explores how altars ignite our journey with God, but tables sustain it, shaping us into disciples through fellowship, accountability, and love.

This week we're finishing up a pre-Lent series we've called, "Altars of Awakening." We've been looking at some Scripture passages that the Holy Spirit has been impressing on Scott's heart recently and how they fit into what God is doing in these days. This week we look at how our God-given dreams to see the world changed can fade over time and what to do when we're tempted to bury them.Scripture: Genesis 11:27-32

After a six week hiatus to focus on the big move, Awaken is meeting again on Sunday mornings. Micah brings us back to the story of Jacob and invites to consider how hope and imagination can pull us into a future we might not be able to see at the present moment.

The scions' list of metals includes bronze, steel, platinum, iron, and wine, in case you need to learn more periodic elements and genres of music I cant describe in a podcast summary text. And another thing, this was an episode-- we all live on the crust of earth but imagine what its like to be on the crust of punk (David can elaborate) with Morbid Angel's Altars of Madness (that's multiple altars for those of you who seek multiple divine blessings).Also up for discussion: Yo La Tengo, Yea La Tengo or Nay Lay Tengo? And also: Other topics you'd have to believe.The Album: Morbid Angel - Altars of Madness (1989)The Guest: David Anthony of Former Clarity. David has bylines on many sites including an extended stint at the AV Club. He's a veritable encyclopedia of all things punk, metal and hardcore. New Discoveries: Headsplitters - Curse of Life, rugh - RugShowtime: Oolong, Aren't We Amphibians, Floral Tattoo, Worst Party Ever // Gouge Away, Gumm // Pile Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[teaching text]4 “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.[b] 5 You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. 7 You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. 8 You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. 9 You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.Deuteronomy 6:4-910 We have an altar from which those who serve the tent[a] have no right to eat. 11 For the bodies of those animals whose blood is brought into the holy places by the high priest as a sacrifice for sin are burned outside the camp. 12 So Jesus also suffered outside the gate in order to sanctify the people through his own blood. 13 Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured. Hebrews 13:10-13HEART, HOME, CHURCH, CITYALTAR OF THE HOMEIt will take the average Christian 64 years to hit 10,000 hours and become an “expert” at following Jesus.Shift 01. Moving from “Following Jesus through the Church” to “Following Jesus through daily habits”Shift 02. Moving from “Following Jesus because it's a good habit” to “Following Jesus because my life depends on it.”1. “Following Jesus through the Church” to “Following Jesus through daily life”6 And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. 7 You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. 8 You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. 9 You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.Deuteronomy 6:6-9Phylactery photos***Mezuzah photo***It's much easier to wear a gold cross on our person than to bear Christ's cross in daily life, and to hang Scripture texts on the walls of our homes than to hide God's Word in our hearts. If we love the Lord and cleave to Him, we will want to know His Word and obey it in every area of our lives.Warren Wiersbe16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. Colossians 3:168 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8The Holy Spirit uses the Word of God that we know as He talks to us and guides our lives. He can efficiently talk to us to the extent to which we know the Word. That is the language He uses.Kenneth Wuest2. “Following Jesus because it's a good habit” to “Following Jesus because my life depends on it.”4 “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.[b] 5 You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart.Deuteronomy 6:4-6 3 Hear therefore, O Israel, and be careful to do them, that it may go well with you, and that you may multiply greatly, as the Lord, the God of your fathers, has promised you, in a land flowing with milk and honey.Deuteronomy 6:3LONG LIFE, PEACE, AND PROSPERITY.13 It is the Lord your God you shall fear. Him you shall serve and by his name you shall swear. 14 You shall not go after other gods, the gods of the peoples who are around you— 15 for the Lord your God in your midst is a jealous God—lest the anger of the Lord your God be kindled against you, and he destroy you from off the face of the earth.Deuteronomy 6:13-1523 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.Romans 6:235 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.John 15:5Tight rope photo***

We're currently in a pre-Lent series we're calling, "Altars of Awakening." We're looking at some Scripture passages that the Holy Spirit has been impressing on Scott's heart recently and how they fit into what God is doing in these days. This week we look at what it means to become a people on whom God can pour His Spirit for the sake of the younger generations.Scripture: Joel 2:12-17, 25-32

[teaching text]7 Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean;     wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.8 Let me hear joy and gladness;     let the bones that you have broken rejoice.9 Hide your face from my sins,     and blot out all my iniquities.10 Create in me a clean heart, O God,     and renew a right[b] spirit within me.11 Cast me not away from your presence,     and take not your Holy Spirit from me.12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation,     and uphold me with a willing spirit.13 Then I will teach transgressors your ways,     and sinners will return to you.14 Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God,     O God of my salvation,     and my tongue will sing aloud of your righteousness.15 O Lord, open my lips,     and my mouth will declare your praise.16 For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it;     you will not be pleased with a burnt offering.17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit;     a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.Psalm 51:7-17On Feb. 8, 2023, what began as a routine Wednesday morning Chapel service with the student body turned into a multiweek Outpouring that some have described as a revival. Led by students, the services attracted college students from hundreds of other colleges and universities, beginning as soon as Wednesday evening. Then, news of the continuous services spread around the world, and attracted people to Wilmore from as far away as Russia and Japan. Media outlets arrived en masse to cover the spiritual awakening among young people. Countless reports of life change, salvation, and re-dedications to Christ were some of the amazing results of the Outpouring events. Asbury staff, faculty, students and volunteers worked tirelessly to welcome the visitors to campus, with orderly lines to get into Hughes extending a half mile long around campus. The events lasted for 16 days, culminating in a service specifically for Gen Z students on Feb. 23, 2023. Yet, the Lord continues to move across the Wilmore community, Kentucky, the United States, and the world.Asbury UniversityGOD COMES WHERE HE'S WANTED7 Where shall I go from your Spirit?    Or where shall I flee from your presence?8 If I ascend to heaven, you are there!    If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there!9 If I take the wings of the morning    and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,10 even there your hand shall lead me,    and your right hand shall hold me.Psalm 139:7-1020 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.Revelation 3:20ALTARS OF THE HEART, HOME, CHURCH, AND CITYAltar of The Heart10 Create in me a clean heart, O God,     and renew a right[b] spirit within me.11 Cast me not away from your presence,     and take not your Holy Spirit from me.12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation,     and uphold me with a willing spirit.Psalm 51:10-12Now, some people think the Bible is a book of rules, telling you what you should and shouldn't do. The Bible certainly does have some rules in it. They show you how life works best. But the Bible isn't mainly about you and what you should be doing. It's about God and what he has done. Other people think the Bible is a book of heroes, showing you people you should copy. The Bible does have some heroes in it, but (as you'll soon find out) most of the people in the Bible aren't heroes at all. They make some big mistakes (sometimes on purpose). They get afraid and run away. At times they are downright mean.Jesus Storybook Bible16 For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it;     you will not be pleased with a burnt offering.Psalm 51:16WORSHIP HAPPENS AT THE ALTAR16 For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it;     you will not be pleased with a burnt offering.17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit;     a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.Psalm 51:7-17GOD WANTS A BROKEN HEARTIf you and I have a broken spirit, all idea of our own importance is gone. What is the use of a broken heart? Why, much the same as the use of a broken pot, or a broken jug, or a broken bottle!Charles SpurgeonThe idea of “nakedness” is far more than mere nudity. It has the sense of being totally open and exposed as a person before God and man. To be naked… and not ashamed means you have no sin, nothing to be rightly ashamed of, and nothing to hide.David GuzikGod cannot transform the person you are pretending to be.Jon TysonYou will never make yourself feel that you are a sinner, because there is a mechanism in you as a result of sin that will always be defending you against every accusation. We are all on very terms with ourselves, and we can always put up a good case for ourselves. Martyn Lloyd-Jones13 David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the Lord.” And Nathan said to David, “The Lord also has put away your sin; you shall not die. 2 Samuel 12:135 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5

In this episode ofGateways to Awakening, host Yasmeen Turayhi dives into the transformative world of Vastu Shastra with Michael and Robin Mastro, pioneers in the field of aligning environments to enhance well-being and productivity.Michael Mastro, North America's foremost expert in Vastu Shastra, shares insights from his 40+ years of experience working with global clients, including The World Bank, NASA, and Microsoft. Robin Mastro, co-founder of Vastu Creations, delves into her expertise in creating altars and eliminating environmental stress to foster harmony and balance. Together, they explore how the ancient principles of Vastu can be applied to modern spaces.We talk about the following and so much more: What Vastu Shastra is and how it differs from Feng Shui.The art of building intentional altars and their impact on energy flow.Practical steps to incorporate Vastu principles into your home or workspace.The role of intention in creating harmony and aligning with personal goals.Transformational stories of people who have applied Vastu in their lives.Common mistakes when using Vastu and how to correct them.How small spaces can adapt Vastu principles for maximum benefit.Michael and Robin also share personal experiences, practical tips, and the profound importance of aligning our environments with our intentions for health, well-being, and success.If you've ever been curious about how your surroundings influence your energy, this episode offers invaluable insights into creating spaces that truly support your life's purpose.You can check out their work here: /⁠https://vastucreations.com/⁠Tune in now toGateways to Awakening to learn how you can transform your space and your life with Vastu Shastra.Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like to stay connected. If you'd like to join the waitlist for my next Intuition and coaching program, sign up @www.InnerKnowingSchool.comThank you, and as always we appreciate reviews on Apple. 

Have you ever felt drawn to create a sacred space for healing, reflection, or guidance? In this video, we'll explore the rich history and meaning behind altars—why they've been used across cultures and how they can serve as powerful tools for intention-setting in your own life. I'll walk you through simple steps to create a personal plant altar, from choosing a meaningful location to selecting herbs and objects that align with your purpose. We'll look at key plant allies—like Rue, Rosemary, Black Cohosh, Passionflower, Hawthorn, and Yarrow—and how they can support the energy of your altar space. I'll also share a personal story of a time when I built an altar with a specific intention in mind and how that vision became a reality through the daily connection with this sacred space. Whether you're new to working with altars or looking for inspiration, I hope this video provides clear, simple steps to help you create your own. ————  MY ONLINE COURSES

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Sharing your story can feel uncomfortable—believe me, I know! It's a vulnerable act that often pushes us far outside our comfort zones. But I've learned that stepping into this discomfort is exactly what allows us to create connection, inspire others, and fulfill a bigger purpose. If you've ever hesitated to share your story because it feels scary or overwhelming, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Inside Story Podcast, I share a story that really made an impact on me during a concert I attended with my daughter. It shifted my perspective on what it truly means to share our stories and step onto bigger platforms. Listen in as I share with you: A powerful story from my daughter's experience at a concert and how the phrase Altars Over Stages resonated with me The inspiration behind Josiah Queen's song Altars Over Stages and how its message can guide your approach to storytelling Why sharing your story is not about seeking the spotlight but about serving others and shining a light The importance of letting go of pride and releasing expectations tied to visibility How to reframe storytelling as an offering to a greater purpose—whether that's for your audience or something even bigger   For anyone who feels hesitant about sharing their story, write down the phrase “Altars Over Stages” as a reminder to keep your purpose centered on service and impact. Let it remind you that your story isn't about seeking attention—it's about the lives you can touch and the hearts you can inspire. The world needs your light, and by stepping forward, you give others permission to do the same. If this resonates with you and you're ready to step into your story, join me for the Called to Speak Speaker Challenge starting January 27th! This 5-day challenge will help you gain clarity, confidence, and tools to share your story and step onto bigger stages. Sign up now at lightbeamers.com/speaker. Finally, if this message touched you, share this episode with someone who needs encouragement. Together, we can remind others that their stories have the power to create light and connection in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Working with the visual vocabulary of Akashic energy and how to use it to enhance your manifesting goals with Altars.

Start Your Transformation Now  In today's episode, I'm diving into the concept of altars - what they really are and why they're powerful tools for personal and spiritual growth. Often misunderstood as purely religious, altars are, in fact, energetic portals and sacred spaces for intention, manifestation, and connection. I'll share insights from Don Xavier, about how altars function and how you can create one that reflects your personal energy and intentions.  We'll also explore the significance of offerings, the role of cosmology in altar practices, and how these sacred spaces can serve as tools for gratitude, reciprocity, and transformation. Whether you're new to the concept or have been working with altars for years, this episode will give you actionable insights to deepen your connection to energy and manifestation.  What You'll Discover in This Episode:  The Purpose of Altars (01:09): Why altars are not about religion but are energetic tools for intention, gratitude, and manifestation.  Creating a Sacred Space (07:47): Practical advice on setting up your altar with offerings that align with your energy and intentions.  Altars as Portals (05:54): How altars act as energetic portals, allowing access to invisible realms and supporting personal growth.  Offerings and Reciprocity (12:02): The role of gratitude and Ayni (sacred reciprocity) in maintaining the energetic flow of your altar.  Energetic Boundaries (21:33): Why respecting and protecting your altar space is vital for preserving its energy and power.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway: An altar is not religious; it's a sacred, energetic portal for intention, gratitude, and manifestation. Treat it with reverence, make heartfelt offerings, and use it as a space to connect with your higher intentions and personal growth.  Let's Connect:   Instagram Facebook YouTube LinkedIn     LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!    Thank you for listening!   With Gratitude, Jim Fortin