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In this episode of Words of Grace, Benjamin Winslett continues and concludes his December study of Old Testament prophecies concerning the incarnation of Jesus Christ, turning the focus to Micah 5:2 and the significance of little Bethlehem. Though small and overlooked, Bethlehem was chosen by God as the birthplace of One whose goings forth have … Continue reading "Little Bethlehem"
The excited boy saw the stars in the window. You will be encouraged by this short story with eternal significance.The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/
Ephesians 3:14-21. From the "New Testament" sermon series. Preached by Stephen Baker.
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Series: Topical Sermons — Preacher: Trace Martinez
Vă invităm să ascultați podcastul bisericii noastre, Biserica Betel Română Baptistă.Și Slava Domnului a strălucit BRBC 12-28-2025 Predica Valentin PopoviciUn timp de ascultare și reflecție, pentru a ne pregăti inimile pentru sărbătoarea Nașterii Domnului.
1 The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. The Wickedness of Judah 2 Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth; for the Lord has spoken: “Children[a] have I reared and brought up, but they have rebelled against me. 3 The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its […]
Preached on Sunday the 28th of Sunday, 2025.2 Kings 17:1-23 “In the twelfth year of Ahaz king of Judah, Hoshea the son of Elah began to reign in Samaria over Israel, and he reigned nine years. And he did what was evil in the sight of the Lord, yet not as the kings of Israel who were before him. Against him came up Shalmaneser king of Assyria. And Hoshea became his vassal and paid him tribute. But the king of Assyria found treachery in Hoshea, for he had sent messengers to So, king of Egypt, and offered no tribute to the king of Assyria, as he had done year by year. Therefore the king of Assyria shut him up and bound him in prison. Then the king of Assyria invaded all the land and came to Samaria, and for three years he besieged it. In the ninth year of Hoshea, the king of Assyria captured Samaria, and he carried the Israelites away to Assyria and placed them in Halah, and on the Habor, the river of Gozan, and in the cities of the Medes. And this occurred because the people of Israel had sinned against the Lord their God, who had brought them up out of the land of Egypt from under the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt, and had feared other gods and walked in the customs of the nations whom the Lord drove out before the people of Israel, and in the customs that the kings of Israel had practiced. And the people of Israel did secretly against the Lord their God things that were not right. They built for themselves high places in all their towns, from watchtower to fortified city. They set up for themselves pillars and Asherim on every high hill and under every green tree, and there they made offerings on all the high places, as the nations did whom the Lord carried away before them. And they did wicked things, provoking the Lord to anger, and they served idols, of which the Lord had said to them, “You shall not do this.” Yet the Lord warned Israel and Judah by every prophet and every seer, saying, “Turn from your evil ways and keep my commandments and my statutes, in accordance with all the Law that I commanded your fathers, and that I sent to you by my servants the prophets.” But they would not listen, but were stubborn, as their fathers had been, who did not believe in the Lord their God. They despised his statutes and his covenant that he made with their fathers and the warnings that he gave them. They went after false idols and became false, and they followed the nations that were around them, concerning whom the Lord had commanded them that they should not do like them. And they abandoned all the commandments of the Lord their God, and made for themselves metal images of two calves; and they made an Asherah and worshiped all the host of heaven and served Baal. And they burned their sons and their daughters as offerings and used divination and omens and sold themselves to do evil in the sight of the Lord, provoking him to anger. Therefore the Lord was very angry with Israel and removed them out of his sight. None was left but the tribe of Judah only. Judah also did not keep the commandments of the Lord their God, but walked in the customs that Israel had introduced. And the Lord rejected all the descendants of Israel and afflicted them and gave them into the hand of plunderers, until he had cast them out of his sight. When he had torn Israel from the Intro Music by Julius H. from Pixabay Outro Music by PianoAmor from Pixabay
Preached on Thursday the 25th of December, Christmas morning, 2025.Intro Music by Julius H. from Pixabay Outro Music by PianoAmor from Pixabay
107 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! 2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble[a] 3 and gathered in from the lands, from the east and from the west, from the north and from the south. 4 Some wandered in desert wastes, finding no way to a city to dwell in; […]
John’s Gospel introduces Jesus as the Word who became flesh and dwelt among us. In the first few verses, we learn that, by entering the human race, God personally and permanently restored light to the world.
Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells Randy about the life of William Kiffin, a key Baptist forefather who used his riches for God's glory
All the places and years we've had Christmas. His steps are ordered by the Lord. The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/
Today, Pastor Al Dagel brings part one of a three-part look at the "High-priestly prayer" of Jesus. Part two will be presented tomorrow, and part three will be shared on Sunday.
Send us a textEver wonder if your faith has to fit inside one “right” box to be real? In this Christmas Day episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer bring holiday cheer and tackle a big topic: religion, belief, and what it means to live with a strong moral compass. They talk about how faith can be deeply personal, shaped by family, culture, and life seasons, and why “man-made rules” sometimes push people away from the very God they are seeking. You'll hear honest reflections on growing up around different traditions (Mormon, Catholic, Baptist, Mennonite and more), and a reminder that worship can happen in many places, not just one building. The conversation also challenges a common myth that “religion causes most wars,” pointing instead to power, politics, and resources as the bigger drivers. The takeaway is simple: choose goodness, stay curious about others, and keep your heart open this season. If this episode hits home, share it with someone who needs a little grit and a little grace.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:14) Holiday Chaos, Gratitude, And Cheer(4:45) Christmas Picks And Faith Highlights(6:42) Many Religions, One Core Message(8:04) Personal Faith Versus Man-Made Rules(18:22) Myth About Wars And Power(25:23) Moral Compass, Joy, And Believing(28:56) OutroFollow us: Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/ More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
My Christmas gift. Gifts as we remember. Longfellow's search for God. Many despair but God's gift is proof that He is not dead nor does He sleep.The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/
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Series: God Moves Towards Us — Preacher: Stephen Cloer
Vă invităm să ascultați podcastul bisericii noastre, Biserica Betel Română Baptistă.Care e Însemnătatea întrupării Domnului Isus BRBC 12-25-2025 Predica Valentin PopoviciUn timp de ascultare și reflecție, pentru a ne pregăti inimile pentru sărbătoarea Nașterii Domnului.
Recurring special guest Ronnie Martin is back for his annual visit to the FTC Podcast Christmas episode! In this year's installment, the friends discuss the ironies and paradoxes in the Christmas story and the Christian's experience of it.
Matthew 2:11. From the "Special Services" sermon series. Preached by Joel Barker.
Hold fast to Jesus; ruler over creation and victor over sin. That’s the purpose of this early hymn that Paul writes or quotes for the Colossian church. He wants to remind them of Jesus’ authority over creation and over the wages of sin and death. Therefore, they should hold fast to Jesus no matter the storm and no matter the distracting blessings.
Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast Host Bill Cooper as he interviews leaders of the Missouri Baptist Healthcare Ministries Arcadia Valley Baptist Home neighbors (residents) deer hunt. These hunts take place across Missouri at six Baptist Homes. They each have land where deer and turkey roam. Dr. Rodney Harrison, Spencer Hutson and Pastor Justin Perry join Cooper to reveal the history of the Baptist Homes deer hunts and discuss the benefits of re-activating elderly deer hunters and introducing new elders to the sport of deer hunting. They also tell teh story of resident Judy Varner's first buck.
In this episode of Tell Me More, guest host Ryan Chandler introduces the episode, filling in for the usual host, Katie Reed Hodges. He is joined by Tanner Watson (filling in for Luke Stehr) and Dr. Dennis Wiles.The trio briefly touches on the day's agenda:Sharing their favorite Michael W. Smith songs.Discussing upcoming Christmas Eve services.Receiving an update on Tanner's family and his work in youth ministry.Exploring the theological concept of inaugurated eschatology (the "already but not yet" of the Kingdom of God). Key Discussion Points Following the Intro:The "Dream Team": The hosts joke about the office being a "ghost town" during Christmas week and banter about their different generational perspectives (Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z).The Candle Tutorial: Dr. Wiles provides a practical (and humorous) demonstration on how to light candles safely during the Christmas Eve service (3 PM, 4:30 PM & 6 PM) keeping the lit candle vertical while tilting the unlit one—to avoid getting wax on the sanctuary's new upholstery.Youth Ministry Success: Tanner shares highlights from the year, including his marriage to Delaney, the success of "Encounter Week," and new initiatives like the "Disciple Project" that pairs students with mentors.The Theology of Advent: The group discusses the importance of liturgy and sacred spaces. Dr. Wiles explains how his view on Advent evolved from a "low church" Baptist background to appreciating the symbolism of light penetrating darkness.Inaugurated EschatologyThe conversation concludes by touching on the sermon's theme: the Kingdom of God is "here but not yet." This concept, often called Inaugurated Eschatology, suggests that while Jesus initiated the Kingdom during His earthly ministry, its final, perfect fulfillment is still in the future.
Part 5 of "Advent 2025: Glory to God in the Highest"
Scientific facts surrounding the treasures they gave. Presenting ourselves this Christmas.The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/
Vă invităm să ascultați podcastul bisericii noastre, Biserica Betel Română Baptistă.Temelia bucuriei la Crăciun BRBC 12-24-2025 Predică Valentin PopoviciUn timp de ascultare și reflecție, pentru a ne pregăti inimile pentru sărbătoarea Nașterii Domnului.
Friends of the Rosary,Today, December 23rd, when the Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of St. John of Kanty (1390-1473), a priest distinguished for his piety and love of neighbor, we read in the Gospel about the birth of John the Baptist.The four evangelists tell the story of the Baptist, who, like Mary in the hymn of the Magnificat, proved that he not draw any attention to himself. Instead, he presented himself as a preparation, a forerunner, preparing the way of the Lord.He said, "Behold, the Lamb of God." Behold the one who has come to be sacrificed.And explained, “He must increase; I must decrease.”We are about to culminate the spiritual waiting of Advent, and the Messiah is about to manifest himself as Emmanuel, God with us.Ave MariaCome, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• December 23, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
They were compel to do something because of their witness. The sign, star and Saviour is our sermon and testimony of salvation. The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/
Christmas welcomes the coming of Jesus Christ into the world at his birth in Bethlehem. This Christmas season reminds us of Jesus as the Light of the World and how we are called to bring Jesus to others. This blogcast explores “Beyond a Twinkle" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Don McCrabb, D. Min. and read by Meghan Abando.There is just something about Advent with its joyful anticipation of Christmas, the rush of preparation - decorating, gifting, and writing Christmas cards - and holy waiting. We ponder, like Mary, the birthing of the Messiah in history, in our lives, and our future. We can see the Christmas spirit in “the twinkle of an eye,” a person fully alive with the joyful anticipation of Christmas. When my family would gather for the holidays, there would be a lot of storytelling among the adults. Mom would say to me, from time to time, “this happened before you were even a twinkle in your father's eye.” At the time, I was not sure what she meant, but I knew that twinkle - in my Dad's eye over a job well done, carving the Christmas turkey, or preparing to host a party. I also noticed it in the Santa's I saw, Fr. Jim preparing for Mass, or Sister Prudence teaching us our catechism. It was a sign that a person was fully alive, joyful, and expectant. The Church celebrates the Feast of Saint John the Apostle on December 27th, just two days after Christmas. Saint John, and his older brother Saint James, are the sons of Zebedee, a fisherman. He was one of the youngest of the apostles and he was the last apostle to die. Tradition credits him with the fourth Gospel, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation. I must confess, I have struggled with reading the Gospel of Saint John. At times, it is mysterious, tender, and baffling. Yet, it has always been a grace - deepening my faith and expanding my heart. As we celebrate Christmas - and we must remember it is a season that begins on Christmas Day and ends with the Baptism of the Lord (January 12th) - I want to take the time to pray and ponder the Prologue to the Gospel of John. It is just 18 verses but it is saturated with meaning that elevates the Birth of Jesus beyond the horizon of our awareness, even beyond the boundaries of our imagination. The story of Jesus born of Mary in a stable is found in the Gospel of Luke. Saint Matthew's account stresses Saint Joseph, his dreams, the three “kings,” and the flight into Egypt. Saint Mark, like Saint John, begins with John the Baptist. Saint John, however, weaves a beautiful poem about who Jesus really is to introduce the testimony of the Baptist. Jesus is the Word of God and, from the very beginning, he was both with God and was God and through him “all things came to be.” Every thing, every one of us, was created by God through Jesus, the Word of God. (John 1: 1-3) Jesus is the light “of the human race,” enlightenment is found in him, and we who accept Jesus, believe in his name, are now children of God. (John 1: 4-5) In Jesus, the Word of God became flesh, dwells among us. In him and through him we see the face of God. (John 1:14-18) When Saint John ends his Gospel, he proclaims both the truth of what he has written, but also its limitation since, “there are also many other things that Jesus did … I do not think the whole world would contain the books that would be written.” (John 21:25). Hopefully, we will receive many wonderful and meaningful gifts this Christmas. The discipline of Christmas is to receive the gift. To recognize the gift given, the giver, and the completeness of the gift. In so many ways, I am still unwrapping the gift of my smartphone years after my wife, Barbara, gave it to me. As I unwrap the prologue to the Gospel of Saint John, I am struck by three amazing truths. First, all of us were created through the Word of God. Jesus himself participated in our creation. Our being begins in him and flows through him. Second, if we accept the gift of Jesus, and unwrap all of the gift, as we are able, we are no longer creatures. We are now children of God. Third, we have a light, a twinkle if you will, shining within us, “and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:5) The Gospel of John is a gift given to us through the power of the Holy Spirit. It is a gift that takes time to unwrap. It is so much better than Christmas cookies because its goodness, its sweetness, does not go away. Indeed, the more we feast on its truth and beauty, the more enriched we are. We leave both satisfied and hungry for more. Author:Don McCrabb, D. Min., a pastoral theologian, is the former Executive Director of the United States Catholic Mission Association. Resources:Listen to On Mission: ChristmasRead and learn about Advent and ChristmasRead the Ad Infinitum blog Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.
The story of the wise men in Matthew 2 presents us with a crucial question: Who is truly ruling your life? These historical figures weren't Jewish, yet they traveled hundreds of miles following a star to find the newborn King. Their journey reveals that wise people are seekers who actively pursue God. When they found Jesus, they responded with worship and overwhelming joy, unlike King Herod who felt threatened by the true King. The wise men's encounter was transforming - they bowed in worship, received divine guidance, and went home by a different route. Their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh acknowledged Jesus as King, God, and crucified Savior, representing the complete picture of who Christ is.
In this Christmas-season episode of Words of Grace, we consider one of the earliest and most beautiful promises of Christ found in the Old Testament. From Jacob's prophetic words in Genesis 49, we're introduced to the mysterious name Shiloh—the One to whom the gathering of the people would be, long understood as a promise of … Continue reading "Who Exactly is Shiloh?"
Isaiah 9:1-7Harris Campus Worship Pastor, John StegemertenSunday December 21, 2025
Isaiah 9:1-7Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday December 21, 2025
Josh Hussung preaches on Luke 2:1-20. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.
Ben and Josh discuss the ways that we can see ourselves in God's story, and ways that we can minister to one another in the context of our congregation. The Words of Grace Podcast seeks to clarify, amplify, and apply the Sunday morning sermon at Grace Community Church. From time to time we will address other topics. We hope these podcasts help impress the Word of God into your everyday life. Episodes are hosted by Josh Hussung and Scott Patty.
As we examine the story of Christ's birth in Luke 2, we find that the angels in heaven and the witnesses on earth are rejoicing and praising God because the promised Savior, Christ the Lord, has come into the world to rescue mankind from the wrath of God and grant forgiveness for our sins. Therefore, as people who have been redeemed from our past and forgiven for the sin that has separated us from God, we in turn must submit to Christ as King, proclaim him as our Savior, and worship him as Lord.
This week, Jeremy Daniel concluded our Christmas Grace series with a message from Matthew 1-2. In the incarnation, Christ stepped down to bring hope, push back darkness, and establish His eternal kingdom. Because of who Jesus is and what He has done, we are invited to enter in, stand firm, push back in faith, and bow down in worship before our incomparable King.
Ruth 4. From the "Advent: Book of Ruth" sermon series. Preached by Jody Killingsworth.