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As Christ's hands and feet, we often feel inadequate, but we are not alone. Jesus Himself sent out His seventy disciples two-by-two. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God equips us with His commission, protection, instruction, and power. God has given us the power to do His will—even when it seems impossible.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

As Christ's hands and feet, we often feel inadequate, but we are not alone. Jesus Himself sent out His seventy disciples two-by-two. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God equips us with His commission, protection, instruction, and power. God has given us the power to do His will—even when it seems impossible. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.   SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

Peter presents the Christian life as custom masonry. He paints a picture of believers as living stones -- shaped by pressure, fitted by grace, and assembled with purpose. Horizon's facility echoes this image; its fieldstone exterior emphasizes that suffering is not waste but craftsmanship. As Christ-followers, our faith is built on Christ the Cornerstone, who creates us as his “Bespoke Stonework.” Join Horizon at the Equipping Services for this verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter, as we understand ourselves to be God's intentional, hand-hewn formations.

We are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. — 2 Corinthians 2:15 People who have studied bee communication have observed a complex system in which bees use pheromones (scents). These “chemical messengers” that bees produce and receive are needed for a hive to thrive. For example, scents are central to the mating process. And if the hive is threatened, worker bees give off an alarm scent that rallies other bees to go out and sting potential intruders. Also, each hive is marked with its own queen's scent so that the gatherer bees from that hive will find their way safely back to it.In communication among living things, so much is shared in subtle ways. For instance, we can communicate nonverbally through gestures, looks, posture, tone of voice, and so on. People who have studied human interactions assert that 80-90 percent of our communication is nonverbal, and this can either support or contrast with our words.As Christ-followers, we are encouraged to infuse our communication with the “pleasing aroma of Christ.” There is no way to fake this scent. It can come only through our union with Christ. Ephesians 5:2 recommends, for example, that we “walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Doing that, we can spread the pleasing scent of Christ to the people around us. Lord Jesus, may our actions and words be infused with your scent so that others may sense your presence in us and be drawn to you. Amen.

You yourselves are God's temple and . . . God's Spirit dwells in your midst. . . . — 1 Corinthians 3:16 A few years ago, a strong wind toppled one of the beehives behind our barn. The hive had been thriving, and it was five boxes tall. The hive had stuck together well. Amazingly, it didn't break open till it hit the ground. “Bee glue”—propolis— gets the credit for that. But, sadly, the hive was destroyed, and its bees quickly scattered.In his letters to the Christ-followers in Corinth, Paul gets personal and pours out his heart to these new believers. They were going through some stormy and threatening times together, and that was surely predictable. Starting off as a new community in Christ can be hard, and as their pastor and mentor, Paul did all that he could to hold this body of Christ together. They especially needed to be reminded of their identity together— whose they were and who held them together.Propolis is an amazing glue produced by worker bees. This sticky glue is used to fill small gaps to seal and protect the hive from bacteria and viruses. As propolis ages, it strengthens and holds the hive structure together.As Christ-followers, our “glue” is the Holy Spirit, who “dwells in [our] midst,” and together we are God's temple!In what ways are you standing tall together in the Spirit with other Christ-followers in your community as you worship God and serve him? Thank you, God, for your grace that enriches the followers of Jesus in every way. Hold us together by your Spirit as a unified temple in service to you, to each other, and to everyone around us. Amen.

*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. Summary This podcast explores the flow of the Word and the anointing that comes when the Body of Christ listens to the Lord and moves together in submission. The Family shares how the Holy Spirit brings the Word to life, creating a flow that is beyond human thought and rooted in Christ being revealed within us. As each member waits, listens, prepares, and submits to what the Lord is speaking, the anointing builds and the Word ministers to the whole Body. The conversation also emphasizes maturity: learning when to speak, when to wait, and how to recognize the keynote of what God is saying. Through preparation before the Father, the prayer of listening, and the recognition that we are sons of God seated with Christ, the Family points to a deeper reality of oneness with Christ, the Father, and one another. Show Notes This episode centers on the spiritual flow that comes when the Word is spoken by the Holy Spirit through a submitted Body.The Family discusses the importance of finding the “keynote” of what God is speaking and not deviating from it. The anointing is found in that flow, and staying in it requires listening, maturity, and submission to one another.A strong emphasis is placed on preparation before the Lord. Waiting on the Lord, learning the prayer of listening, and allowing the spirit to be trained are presented as important foundations for flowing in what God is speaking.The conversation also highlights that Christ is being revealed within His people. As Christ the Word comes forth, the Body recognizes His voice and flows together in the anointing.The episode concludes with the reality that believers are in Christ, seated with Him in heavenly places, and brought into the presence and anointing of the Father. Key Quotes “The flow of the word. It's really a mystical thing in so many ways, but once you're in it, there's such a level of anointing in it that it carries the word into a different realm of oneness.”“It's taking a stance as a son and declaring the things that, that God wants to declare, frame, or create today.”“It's finding the keynote and staying in the keynote.”“Christ is, he's being revealed in us. Once the revelation of Christ the Word begins to speak in us, everything flows out of that.”“The greatest level of this flow will be in our submission to one another in the Lord.”“That's how we create the flow is through preparation.”“It's not difficult. Just listen And your spirit will tune right into the Christ that's flowing.”“He is in us, speaking the word that goes throughout the family and builds up the body of Christ.”“We're one with Christ and the Father, and one another.”“We're more prepared than we realize. We're sons of God.” Scriptural References Christ the Word Revealed Within Us These scriptures support the theme of Christ being revealed within His people and speaking His Word through them. John 1 (1–14) Colossians 1 (26–27) Galatians 2 (20) John 14 (20) Flowing in the Holy Spirit These references connect with the discussion of the Holy Spirit bringing the Word to remembrance and leading the flow. John 14 (26) John 16 (13) Romans 8 (14) 1 Corinthians 2 (10–13) Submission and the Many-Membered Body These scriptures support the idea of the Lord speaking through a many-membered Body, with each member submitting to the flow of Christ. 1 Corinthians 12 (12–27) Ephesians 4 (15–16) Romans 12 (4–8) Ephesians 5 (21) Waiting on the Lord and Preparation These references reflect the need to wait on the Lord, listen, and be prepared in spirit. Isaiah 40 (31) Psalm 27 (14) Habakkuk 2 (1) Mark 1 (35) Sons of God in Christ These scriptures connect with the closing emphasis on being sons of God, seated with Christ, and brought into the Father's presence. Ephesians 1 (3–6) Ephesians 2 (4–6) Romans 8 (14–17) Galatians 4 (4–7) Takeaway The flow of the Spirit is not produced by human effort; it comes as Christ is revealed within His people. As the Body listens, prepares, submits to one another, and stays with what the Lord is speaking, the anointing of the Word builds up the Family and brings them into a deeper expression of oneness with Christ, the Father, and one another.

Understanding the "fear of the Lord" begins with recognizing God's character. Proverbs 8:13 reminds us that reverence for God is not about living in constant terror but about honoring Him so deeply that we reject what He calls evil. As we grow in our relationship with Christ, obedience becomes less about fear of punishment and more about love, trust, and respect for the One who is perfectly holy and perfectly good. This devotion encourages believers to move beyond a distorted view of God as someone waiting for them to fail. Instead, Scripture reveals a Father who calls His children to walk in wisdom, love, and holiness. Genuine reverence for God transforms our hearts, shaping the way we speak, make decisions, and respond to temptation because we desire to reflect His character. Highlights: Reverence for God grows out of knowing His holy and loving character Respecting the Lord leads us to reject pride, evil, and sinful behavior Obedience is rooted in love for Christ, not merely fear of consequences God's desire is to draw His people closer, not push them away through intimidation A healthy view of God inspires joyful faithfulness and spiritual growth Join the Conversation When you hear the phrase "fear the Lord," what comes to mind? How has your understanding of God's character shaped the way you approach Him in worship, obedience, and everyday life? Continue the conversation with the Crosswalk community here: https://forums.crosswalk.com/ Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: What it Means to Respect the LordBy Vivian Bricker Bible Reading:“To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech” (Proverbs 8:13). Many of us grew up hearing about the fear of the Lord. As someone who did not grow up in the church, I didn't hear about this until much later. However, I can imagine the anxiety it raised in the hearts of children. The idea of fearing the Lord suggests that we are supposed to be afraid of Him. When we look at the Bible, we don't see Jesus as a scary, fear-mongering God. Instead, we see Him being born into the world as an innocent baby on one silent night (Luke 2:11). Fearing the Lord has bred many problems within preaching as well as theology in general. This is because far too many people take fear to literally mean being afraid—and this is a completely reasonable conclusion to draw. Some translations include footnotes to guide the reader; however, for most of us who are reading the New International Version or the King James Version, the word remains “fear.” When I was in Bible college, a professor went over this exact issue. Anytime the Bible uses the phrase “the fear of the Lord,” it refers to respecting the Lord. My professor said a more accurate understanding of these passages would be “the respect of the Lord.” To respect Him is to love Him. While many people will continue to preach the message of fear, we must remember that fear doesn't last… love does. If someone places faith in Jesus and follows Him out of fear, their faith will not stand. They will only be obeying Him because they fear Him. With time, their obedience will waver because they won't be afraid of Him anymore. However, if a person loves God and respects Him out of this love, their conversion will be true. Their obedience to Him will also show up in their daily life because they are walking in true love and respect for the Lord. They won't fear the Lord because they know Jesus is not “out to get them” or waiting for them to fall. Far too many believers think this is how God works, but it is not true. God is not a mean God who tries to get you to mess up. The person who does this is the devil. God is the one who is standing by your side, supporting you, encouraging you, and lifting you up (Romans 8:31). Intersecting Faith & Life: The Bible says, “To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech” (Proverbs 8:13). Once again, rather than understanding this passage as “To fear the Lord,” we are to know it means “To respect the Lord.” Therefore, to respect the Lord is to hate evil. The Lord hates evil, pride, arrogance, and perverse speech. Those who adhere to these practices will be brought to judgment. Those who continue down this wicked road, ignore God's wisdom, and fail to seek it will pay the due penalties. Folly and wickedness will lead to falling, separation from God, and an eternity of pain. As Christ followers, we should have the highest respect for God. Respecting Him means we don't take part in evil or wicked schemes. Instead, we will obey Him. Jesus tells us, “If you love me, keep my commands” (John 14:15). The Lord’s teachings are nourishment to our bones and will fill our hearts with extraordinary joy. If the fear of the Lord has brought you away from God, allow this new understanding to give you renewed hope. God doesn't want you to fear Him. Rather, He wants you to love Him and to respect Him. By doing this, you will follow Him all your days, continue to grow in Him, and help others to know about Him. Did you hear about the fear of the Lord growing up? Did it affect you negatively? How might you start learning what it means to respect the Lord rather than to fear Him? Further Reading: Psalm 145:8 Proverbs 6:16-19 Ecclesiastes 12:13 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As Christ carried the burden of our sins, we now carry the burden of simply trusting in Him.

As Christ-followers, we should live intentionally with eternity in mind—prioritizing faithfulness to God over earthly popularity. We should live our daily lives being intentional about how we treat people, spend money, watch media, and serve others because Heaven remembers every unseen sacrifice and rewards faithfulness.Follow along with our notes on the YouVersion Bible App: https://bible.com/events/49625760CONNECT▪️Web: https://faithfamilyoh.com▪️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithfamilyoh/▪️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faithfamilyoh/▪️Support: https://faithfamilyoh.com/give

In this week's message from our Still They Speak series, we listened to the witness of two fathers: one from the Old Testament and one from our own day. Through the life of Elkanah, the father of Samuel, we saw the example of a man who remained faithful to God in a spiritually corrupt generation. His life reminds us not to let the faithlessness of others determine our own faithfulness to the Lord and that our families will likely follow what we consistently prioritize. We also heard from Jamie, a current father whose faith has been refined through deep suffering. After losing his first wife, the birth mother of his two daughters, to cancer, Jamie came face-to-face with the reality that he could not father his girls in his own strength. Through that loss, he learned to depend completely upon his Heavenly Father for wisdom, strength, and guidance as he raised his daughters. His testimony was a powerful reminder that God's grace is sufficient even in our greatest trials and that we may not be perfect earthly fathers, but by God's Spirit we can be good fathers who lead our families to Christ.Both witnesses ultimately point us to Jesus, the truer and better Elkanah, who remained perfectly faithful to His Father and made God's will His highest priority in every area of life. As Christ's followers, we are called to shine faithfully in a faithless world, lead our families toward God, and rely daily on our Heavenly Father's strength rather than our own. 

Scripture Reading: Revelation 22:6-21 The epilogue of the book of Revelation highlights two final themes ... the authenticity of the book and the approaching wonder of the return of Christ. As Christ is called "faithful and true" in Revelation 3:14 and 19;11, so His words are "faithful and true" in Revelation 21:5 and 22:6. There is a marked emphasis in Revelation on what John has written (Rev 1:3,11,19; 14:13; 19:9).  Now, there is a stern warning to anyone who might deliberately change what is written, distorting what God has revealed (Rev 22:18,19). What a grace from God that He has given us His revealed truth in a book.  Let us take His book to heart, with all our might. The Bible ends with a repeated reference to the return of Christ.  There is a three-fold declaration of Jesus here ... "Behold, I am coming quickly" (Rev 22:7,12,20).  And there is a three-fold response ... "The Spirit and the Bride say, 'Come.'  And let the one who hears say, 'Come.' . . . Come, Lord Jesus" (Rev 22:17,20). The heartfelt longing of God's people is to 'groan' (Rom 8:23), eagerly awaiting His return, so that the consummation of all things might be brought to the appointed end.  Such longing shapes our thinking and steels our hearts with strength.  

In The Dangerous Beauty of Mature Sons 3.0, Nancy takes the conversation even deeper, revealing why mature sons become increasingly dangerous to darkness and unusable to religious systems. She explores the formation of sons who have gone beyond inspiration into crucifixion, beyond self-reliance into complete dependence upon the Father. Drawing from the life of Jesus, Nancy shows how true sonship is forged through costly obedience, exclusive allegiance, and unwavering trust in the Father's character. As Christ is formed within, mature sons become impossible to manipulate through fear, shame, flattery, ambition, or the approval of others. This episode is a call to deeper identification with Christ, greater freedom from self, and a life fully devoted to the pleasure of the Father. Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Episode-1079-The-Dangerous-Beauty-of-Mature-Sons-3.0.pdf LINKS The Mind Of Christ Online Intensive: https://theproducersway.com/mind-of-christ-intensive/get-tickets The Devotional Podcast with Nancy McCready https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2hHjwQ_3Qrp1rhbR9nu68wnBtQY0IHzc The Producer's Way School theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father. Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him. ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries nancymccready.com/

This week, we'll be studying 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 under the theme “A Thorn in the Flesh.” In a church captivated by impressive spiritual leaders and visible strength, Paul points not to his visions or credentials, but to the weakness he once begged God to remove. As Christ strips away false strength, he teaches his people to rest not in themselves, but in the sufficient grace that meets them in weakness.Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App!Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson concludes our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: Christians Are Called To Be Faithful Citizens On Earth

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Associate Pastor Nick Shadday concludes our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

In this sermon from John 4:16–19, we see Jesus as the searching Savior who is “full of grace and truth.” As Christ lovingly exposes the Samaritan woman's deepest sins, we are reminded that Jesus does not ignore sin, nor does He crush sinners with shame. Instead, He shines the light of truth into the darkest places of our hearts in order to lead us to repentance, forgiveness, and transformation. This message explores how Christ confronts our “keystone sins” with truth while drawing sinners to Himself with remarkable grace and compassion. OutlineJesus Is Full of TruthJesus Is Full of GraceGrace and Truth at the CrossQuestions for ReflectionWhat areas of your heart would Christ's searching light expose?Are you tempted to think of Jesus as all grace without truth—or all truth without grace?How does the cross display both God's holiness and His mercy?In what ways can Christians show both grace and truth to others?

Nike's ad campaign featuring LeBron James first aired almost 2 decades ago.  In the original commercial, there was a montage of LeBron James highlights mixed with fans stating they were “witnesses” of LeBron James, alluding to his greatness on the court.  Regardless of whether you agree that James is the greatest basketball player of all time (he's not…), his greatness pales in comparison to the majesty of our GOD.  As Christ followers, we are all called to be witnesses for Jesus, testifying to what we have seen, heard, and experienced GOD do in our own lives and the lives of those around us.  Nike did get one thing right: we ARE all witnesses, just called to a much higher calling in Christ Jesus our Savior.    This message dives deep into what it means to be a witness for Jesus to the outside world, and explores how we can share our testimonies to win others to Christ. 

In this sermon from John 17, we are invited into the true Lord's Prayer — not the prayer given to the disciples, but the prayer Jesus Himself prayed on behalf of His people. As Christ lifts His disciples before the Father, we are given a glimpse into the heart of our Savior and the ongoing work He is accomplishing for those who belong to Him.Jesus prays for the preservation of His people, their joy in the midst of a hostile world, their protection from the evil one, their growth in holiness through the truth of God's Word, and their witness to a world that desperately needs the Gospel. This passage reminds us that believers are not abandoned, aimless, or forgotten — they are loved by the Father, secured by the Son, empowered by the Spirit, and sent with a mission.Key Points:1. For Your Preservation 2. For Your Joy 3. For Your Protection 4. For Your Holiness 5. For Your Witness

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Executive Pastor Joe McClellan continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaways: Choose friends wisely.Become the friend you want to have.Invest intentionally in biblical community.Build your closest friendship with Jesus.

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: Be The Friend You Are Looking For

In this sermon from Matthew 21:33–46, Pastor Todd Fletcher unpacks Jesus' parable of the wicked tenants and the powerful truth of “The Rejected Cornerstone.” As Christ confronts the religious leaders of Israel, this passage reveals humanity's rejection of God's Son, the certainty of divine judgment, and the triumph of Christ as the cornerstone of God's kingdom.This message calls us to examine whether we are truly submitting to Christ's authority or merely enjoying His blessings while resisting His rule. The rejected stone has become the cornerstone — and our eternal response to Him matters.

In this episode, we explore Ephesians 3:1–6 and the powerful example of Paul, who, even as a prisoner, continued to faithfully proclaim the gospel to the very people he was once trained to despise. Rather than allowing suffering or difficult circumstances to silence his purpose, Paul remained committed to revealing the mystery of the gospel—that through Christ, Gentiles are fellow heirs and fully included in the promises of God. This passage challenges us to examine our own hearts and consider where we may be tempted to gatekeep the grace of God, forgetting that the gospel was always meant for all people. As Christ tears down every dividing wall, we are invited to become vessels through which the beauty, unity, and hope of the gospel flow into the lives of others.EPISODE LINKSShea Women's Tanzania Bible Study Team - Sep 2026Awake O Sleeper WorkbookAwake O Sleeper Video TeachingEp. 26 | Intro to PaulEp. 27 | Intro to EphesiansWHAT IS NEUE THING?Neue Thing is a non-profit ministry, founded by Cherie Wagner, that exists to equip women with the Word of God. Cherie's life-long passion is two-fold: knowing Jesus Christ and making Him known. Author of Found On My Knees, Awake O Sleeper, Rest, Hope, Psalms for Life, and Knowing Your Name, Cherie writes Bible studies for women that will encourage them to know and believe God's Word, equip them to live it, and empower them to take it and transform this generation for Jesus Christ.CONNECT Website: https://neuething.org/Email Subscription link:https://neuething.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuethinginc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neuethingGive to Neue Thing: https://neuething.org/give/RESOURCESProverbs: The Wise, The Fool, The WickedKnowing Your NameFound On My Knees: The Journey from Brokenness to BlessingA

This Mother's Day at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

In this sermon, pastor Matt reminds us that we must always watch out that our hearts are not hardened in unbelief. As Christ's church, we must daily encourage one another to continue believing God's gospel and also to warn one another against the very real danger of falling away from him.

This Mother's Day at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: All Parents are Forming Hearts in the Home

Pastor Leonard continues our series The Return with a powerful message exploring Jesus' vision for His church. In Christ's Vision for His Church, we're reminded that the church is not built around our preferences or comfort, but around the revelation that Jesus is the Christ—the One who tears down walls, makes strangers into family, and forms a people where His presence dwells. As Christ becomes our peace, we are invited to become the kind of people Jesus can build His beautiful, flourishing church with.   Be sure to reference the Sermon Reflection Guide linked below to go deeper and continue the conversation throughout the week. The Return week 2: Christ's Vision For His Church sermon reflection guide

Here we seek to follow Christ along the path of duty, remembering that we are unlike him in some things and like him in others. As Christ enters Gethsemane, he faces a legitimate distress, raises a heartfelt plea, and demonstrates an entire submission. Walking in his footsteps, and appreciating that we do not drink the cup he drank, nor face the sorrow he faced, yet still there is for us a real distress, a painful dilemma, and a humble duty.

As Christ's people, we are called to a clean break with our past corrupt life and an active pursuit of righteousness.

As Christ followers, we believe the Bible is God's infallible and eternal Word. Pastor Jack Graham challenges us today to be systematic and faithful in the reading, studying, hearing, applying and sharing of God's Word. In knowing God's Word, he says, we know the God of the Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29?v=20251111

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Jackson Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: Jesus is the True Fulfillment

This week at our Jackson Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

As Christ's redeemed people, live transformed lives that testify to His grace! Preached on April 26, 2026

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway:  Wives love for their husband is a reflection of how the Love the Lord.

In a recent meeting, our church staff discussed our value of integrity. Here's how we state it: We require integrity to the Scripture, our families, our team members, and ourselves. What is integrity? The dictionary defines it as the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. It is moral uprightness. Perhaps you have heard this definition. Integrity is who you are when no one else is looking.Main Points:1. There is a popular phrase in our society that says, “What I do in my private life is my business, and it has no effect on my public life.”  I think we all know this is not true.2. Integrity gives us credibility with others. As Christ-followers, we want to share an honest testimony with our words, but also with the life we live.3. We guard our integrity by protecting our hearts, by being faithful to our families, and by keeping our promises.Today's Scripture Verses:Proverbs 10:9 - “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out.”1 Chronicles 29:17 - “I know, my God, that you test the heart and are pleased with integrity.”Proverbs 11:3 - “The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Daily Dose of Hope April 24, 2026   Scripture: 1 Timothy 6   Prayer:  Lord Jesus, Help us be productive members of your Kingdom.  I know we fall short.  I know we mess up.  Call us, let us hear your voice, and we will respond.  We will say yes.  Give us the courage and boldness to be the people you called us to be.  We love you, Lord.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently walking through the letters of Paul and today, we are finishing our eleventh letter, I Timothy.  Today's reading is 1 Timothy 6.  As we close Paul's first letter to Timothy, we find more advice reflecting the time, place, and culture of Paul and Timothy, specifically regarding slaves having respect for their masters. Paul's words in NO WAY justify or encourage slavery. Slavery was certainly a reality in the Roman Empire (scholars estimate possibly a third of all people living at the time were slaves). People sold themselves and their families into slavery simply to have access to food. It was an ugly existence. But throughout Scripture, including Paul's letters, there is much talk of freedom and equality in Christ. While Paul was pretty revolutionary in many of his teachings, as far as we know, he didn't tackle the institution of slavery. He did try to create parameters around it, however, but his primary objective was to spread the Good News of Christ. I'm grateful for the many Christ-followers who came hundreds of years after Paul and did make a stand against the institution of slavery. Their courage and determination also came from their faith in Jesus and they used Jesus' teachings and also many of Paul's writings to oppose the ownership of other humans. Slavery is still a reality around the globe. The Global Slavery Index estimates that over 40.3 million people are currently trapped in modern day slavery, the vast majority being women and children. (globalslaveryindex.org) This includes what we typically think of as human trafficking but includes forced labor around the world, including in many of our supply chains. It is a multi-billion-dollar industry. As Christ-followers, we should be actively working against human trafficking and other kinds of slavery. Slave owners and human traffickers prey especially on the poor and vulnerable. Jesus clearly taught and demonstrated that every single human life has value. He lifted the status of women and children and demonstrated extraordinary love toward the poor and oppressed. Paul wrote in Galatians 3:28, There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Paul closes the letter with another warning about false teachers.  Anyone who teaches something contrary to Jesus, then they are "conceited and understand nothing."  Those are Paul's words.  He also says to beware of people who encourage conflict and quarrels, or those who are overly interested in financial gain.    And then there is a final charge to Timothy.  He wants Timothy to focus on righteousness and encourage others to do so as well.  Again, Paul emphasizes that Timothy command those who are rich to not be arrogant and to put their trust in what has eternal value.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson continues our series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway:  One of the highest callings for a husband is to love your wife like Christ

Speaker: Luke BrandonScripture: John 17:1–5Episode Overview:Jesus lifts His eyes to the Father and reveals a heart fully aligned with God's will—marked by patient waiting, unwavering obedience, and deep delight in the purpose of salvation. As Christ approaches the cross, His prayer shows that eternal life is not merely a future promise, but a present reality: knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent. This passage draws us into the priorities of Christ Himself and calls us to trust God's timing, submit to His will, and anchor our lives in knowing Him.Key Highlights:• Jesus demonstrates perfect trust in the Father's timing, showing that waiting is never wasted.• True glory is revealed through humble obedience, ultimately displayed in the cross.• Eternal life is defined by a personal, relational knowledge of God—not just information about Him.• God's purposes in salvation are rooted in His desire to bring people into fellowship with Himself.• The mind of Christ reshapes how we understand purpose, identity, and faithfulness in everyday life.Call to Action:Consider where you may be resisting God's timing or direction, and bring those areas before Him in prayer. Ask for grace to trust His plan, strength to obey even when it's difficult, and a deeper desire to know Him personally in the midst of your daily life.Redeemer Church211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226www.redeemernw.org

As Christ reveals Himself to the disciples, He confronts their doubts, opens their minds, and commissions them as His witnesses. Therefore, Christians are people of the Word who joyfully proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth for the joy of all nations and the glory of His Name!

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Senior Pastor Kyle Valaer begins a new series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.

This week at our Jackson Campus, Next Gen Pastor Nic Talley begins a new series, Christ-Centered Relationships.In this series, we'll explore how following Jesus transforms every area of our relationships—from marriage and family to friendship, singleness, and beyond. As Christ changes us, He reshapes how we live, love, and relate to others in every sphere of life.We pray this message is a blessing to you.Learn more about The Point Church at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaways: Designed for ChristIn our marriage and in our church, we need to 'Die to our Desires & Build a Relationship of Trust.Designed for CommitmentIn our marriages and in our church, we need to 'Be committed to Confession and Forgiveness.Designed for ConnectionIn our marriages and our church, we need to 'Devote ourselves to a regular lifestyle of Worship and Service.Designed for ConsistencyIn our marriages and our church, we need to 'Be consistent with our Walk and our Watch.

As Christ continues His Olivet Discourse, he reveals that His return will come suddenly, at a day and an hour that know man knows or expects. How then should we live in light this truth? In this message we explore the implications of Jesus' teaching on the Second Coming.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit LegacyRBC.org.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/10/26), Hank picks up his overview of the days of Holy Week, arriving at Holy Friday, the day a united Church is brought face-to-face with the fatal torment of Jesus Christ. A torment that began in the garden of Gethsemane following the emotional Last Supper of Holy Thursday. That night, Jesus was betrayed by Judas, disowned by Peter, and arrested by the temple guard. Before Caiaphas the high priest, he was mocked, beaten, and spat upon. The next morning, Jesus—battered, bruised, and bleeding—was stripped and subjected to the brutality of Roman flogging, reducing his body to quivering ribbons of bleeding flesh. As Christ slumped into the pool of his own blood, soldiers threw a scarlet robe across his shoulders, thrust a scepter into his hands, and pressed sharp thorns into his scalp. After they mocked him, they took the scepter and repeatedly struck him on the head. A heavy wooden beam was thrust upon his bleeding body, and he was led away to a place called Golgotha. There, the Lord of Glory experienced ultimate physical torture in the form of the cross.Today, as we remember the passion of Christ upon the cross, as we recall his dying words, “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit,” we are reminded that we, too, will breathe our last. Whether we are old or young, rich or poor, male or female, we light the sky for the briefest of moments. And then eternity. In the meantime, what we do today will have direct consequences for all eternity. Thus, while the culture seeks to focus your gaze on greatness, Christ rightly focuses your gaze on grace and godliness.

Do we really matter to God? As Christ's sheep, we are immovably secure in the hands of both the Son and the Father. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains the salvation and security found in the profound imagery of being kept by our Good Shepherd. Listen to discover why we are kept and each of our names are personally known. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Do we really matter to God? As Christ's sheep, we are immovably secure in the hands of both the Son and the Father. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains the salvation and security found in the profound imagery of being kept by our Good Shepherd. Listen to discover why we are kept and each of our names are personally known. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

Today, Pastor David preaches a message entitled, "Do You...Have Hope!" To many hope is something that is greatly misunderstood in the Christian community. Biblical hope is based on the character and nature of our God. He is our hope. As Christ-followers, we are called to look forward to the Blessed Hope, the return of Jesus Christ and our eternal reward, but there is much more. Hope is a gift from God the Father to His children. Tune in and learn more about this important aspect of the Christian faith.

In this episode we stand at the cross in Matthew 27, where every voice—religious leaders, Pontius Pilate, the crowd, and even the guilty—joins in accusing Jesus, and no one walks away innocent. As Christ refuses to justify himself and remains silent under the law's accusations, he exposes our constant need to defend ourselves and instead takes the verdict we deserve. In the language of Martin Luther, this is the great exchange: the sinless one becomes sin, the curtain is torn, and the crucified King delivers mercy to those who have nothing left to plead.LENT CHALLENGE GRANTDouble your impact this Lenten season: if you sponsor an episode of Scripture First, a generous donor has agreed to double your donation. Learn more at lutherhouseofstudy.org/donate GOSPEL Matthew 27:11-5411 Now Jesus stood before the governor; and the governor asked him, ‘Are you the King of the Jews?' Jesus said, ‘You say so.' 12 But when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he did not answer. 13 Then Pilate said to him, ‘Do you not hear how many accusations they make against you?' 14 But he gave him no answer, not even to a single charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed.15 Now at the festival the governor was accustomed to release a prisoner for the crowd, anyone whom they wanted. 16 At that time they had a notorious prisoner, called Jesus Barabbas. 17 So after they had gathered, Pilate said to them, ‘Whom do you want me to release for you, Jesus Barabbas or Jesus who is called the Messiah?' 24 So when Pilate saw that he could do nothing, but rather that a riot was beginning, he took some water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, ‘I am innocent of this man's blood; see to it yourselves.' 25 Then the people as a whole answered, ‘His blood be on us and on our children!' 26 So he released Barabbas for them; and after flogging Jesus, he handed him over to be crucified.38 Then two bandits were crucified with him, one on his right and one on his left. 39 Those who passed by derided him, shaking their heads 40 and saying, ‘You who would destroy the temple and build it in three days, save yourself! If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross.' 41 In the same way the chief priests also, along with the scribes and elders, were mocking him, saying, 42 ‘He saved others; he cannot save himself. He is the King of Israel; let him come down from the cross now, and we will believe in him. 43 He trusts in God; let God deliver him now, if he wants to; for he said, “I am God's Son.” ' 45 From noon on, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon. 46And about three o'clock Jesus cried with a loud voice, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?' that is, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?' 47 When some of the bystanders heard it, they said, ‘This man is calling for Elijah.' 48 At once one of them ran and got a sponge, filled it with sour wine, put it on a stick, and gave it to him to drink. 49But the others said, ‘Wait, let us see whether Elijah will come to save him.' 50 Then Jesus cried again with a loud voice and breathed his last. 51 At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth shook, and the rocks were split. 52 The tombs also were opened, and many bodies of the saints who had fallen asleep were raised. 53 After his resurrection they came out of the tombs and entered the holy city and appeared to many. 54 Now when the centurion and those with him, who were keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were terrified and said, ‘Truly this man was God's Son!'Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode of Scripture First?Email Sarah at sarah@lhos.org or visit our donation page: lutherhouseofstudy.org/donate

Have you ever noticed you can tell who someone's been hanging out with—by how they act, look, carry themselves or speak?There's a sweet granny on TikTok who always ends her videos by saying the same thing…And this week, that phrase hit different.This week, we're looking at another person that reflected who and how they spent time with someone in particular. As Christ following moms, we want to raise godly children who come to know and love God. We can see behaviors change in our kids, but do we look at ourselves for what we reflect to them?Whether we are SAHMs, WFHMs, moms of littles or bigs, empty nesters or moms who struggle with anxious thoughts in parenting, who we reflect to our kids has a huge, and more important, an eternal, impact.This is a good one…so rich I can't wait to share…SHINE ON...ENJOY friends and HAPPY WEDNESDAY!Leave a ReviewExodus 3Exodus 34:29-35Become an InsiderLynn's DevotionalBLOGInstagramLYNN's Amazon StorefrontLinktree

What if your job — even the one you don’t love — is actually sacred? In this episode, we unpack what it truly means to “work for the Lord.” Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15:58, we explore how every task, every shift, and every responsibility can become an act of worship when done with the right heart posture. What We Discuss Why every job can glorify God Working through difficult seasons with faithfulness Serving Jesus even when serving a challenging boss The difference between working for approval vs. working from purpose Why work is a blessing — not a burden How Jesus modeled servant leadership This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Work for the LordBy: Vivian Bricker Bible Reading:“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). Like most people, I have had many different jobs. Some of these jobs I really enjoyed, but others, not so much. However, in every job, I have tried to do my best. For example, a few years ago I worked at an inn. It was extremely difficult, since I struggle with contamination-type OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). The responsibility of an assistant innkeeper means cleaning anything and everything—changing bed sheets, washing bed sheets, cleaning bathrooms, washing floors, dusting, and any other housework that needs to be done. As someone with OCD, this was incredibly stressful. However, by the grace of God, I lasted the entire summer. I tried my best every day, and I know that I served the Lord through my work. Someone might say, “No, you were working for your boss.” While this is true, I was also working for Jesus. In everything we do, we need to work as though we are working for the Lord (Colossians 3:23-24). We are serving Jesus in any job we put our hands to. This is why we need to work at every task with our whole heart. Rather than becoming lazy, we need to glorify God in our work. Maybe you are at a job right now that is similar to when I worked at the inn—you don’t like it, and you can’t wait to get off each day. If this is true, know that you won’t be at this job forever. For the time being, continue to do your best and strive to serve Jesus through your work. Even if your boss is not kind or the job is taxing, try your best to show Jesus’ love to everyone around you. Jesus Himself took on the nature of a servant (Philippians 2:5–8). We need to follow His example by also taking on the nature of a servant. We should not view any job as inferior. Sometimes we have to take a job because we have no other choice. God does not call us to be idle or unproductive in our lives. Instead, He wants us to work and serve Him through our dedication to doing what is right. Many people have a distorted view of work. They think work is a bad thing. This is not true—work is a blessing from God. Working and being able to provide for ourselves is a good thing. We never need to view work in a negative light, because it can help us grow, build a strong work ethic, and produce endurance. Through our work, we can become more dependent on God. Intersecting Faith & Life: The Apostle Paul tells us, “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). As Paul says in this passage, we need to give ourselves fully to the work of the Lord as our hard work is not in vain. Working for the Lord will bring Him glory and point others to Him. Many people think the “work of the Lord” only consists of pastors, Sunday school teachers, or missionaries, but this is not true. The “work of the Lord” can be anything, as long as we are serving Jesus through our work. Therefore, even regular jobs, such as working at a hotel, a library, or a department store, can all bring glory to God if we are faithfully serving Him. As Christ followers, we must ask ourselves whether or not we will serve God in our work. If we become lazy and unproductive in our work, we are not working to the glory of the Lord. If we find ourselves in this situation, we need to bring our hearts back to Jesus. Every job deserves our full attention and productivity. Loving God and serving Him will help us to truly work for Him and not give up when times are hard. Continue to work for Him because your labor is not in vain. Jesus sees all the challenges you are going through. Even when days are tough, choose to live for Him, love Him, and serve Him faithfully in your work and in your life. What are some ways you can glorify God in your work? List a few here. Further Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:31 1 Thessalonians 4:10-12 Colossians 3:17 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.