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Send us Fan MailDon't mistake resistance for a lack of calling.The biggest opportunities in your life will often require an upgrade of your identity, faith, and capacity. In this powerful episode, Coach Tom shares how to discern whether God is saying No, Slow, Grow, or Flow—and how to move into your next season with clarity, authority, and confidence.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

Send us Fan MailHave you ever looked at your life and thought:"Things are going well... so why do I feel drained?"Many high-capacity leaders learn how to achieve, perform, and earn affirmation from others. But success and alignment are not always the same thing.In this teaching, Coach Tom explores the hidden cost of living from performance instead of purpose and shares five signs that you may be out of alignment with who God created you to be.You'll discover:• Why success can still leave you feeling hollow• The difference between affirmation and true alignment• How your energy may be revealing deeper truths• Signs that you've outgrown a previous season• Why purpose—not performance—creates lasting fulfillment• Practical steps to realign your life with God's designIf you've been feeling restless, depleted, or uncertain about your next season, this message will help you get clear about who God created you to be and how to move forward with greater confidence and purpose.Because God only wants you to be one person:The person He created you to be.Key TakeawayAlignment produces energy, joy, and impact.Success without alignment eventually drains you.Alignment with God's design creates fruitfulness that lasts. __________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

Send us Fan MailHow do you actually gain wisdom—not just information, but real clarity for your life?In this episode, Coach Tom breaks down a powerful truth:Your life experiences are already shaping your beliefs, decisions, and results—whether you realize it or not.If you feel stuck, unclear, or like you keep repeating patterns… this will help you understand why—and what to do about it.You'll discover:•How your past experiences quietly drive your current decisions•Why unprocessed emotions can sabotage your clarity and progress•A simple “life mapping” exercise to uncover defining moments•How to partner with God to reinterpret your story for growth and freedomThis is more than reflection.It's a pathway to clarity, healing, and forward momentum.Your past doesn't have to control you.But it does need to be understood.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

Send us Fan MailFind Your Zone: Where Purpose Meets God's Power* Do you ever feel like your life is moving… but you're not really going anywhere?* You're doing a lot — but it doesn't feel aligned, and it definitely doesn't feel powerful.There's a place where your life actually works — where what you're good at, what you care about, and how God moves through you all come together.I call it “The Zone.”Grounded in Ephesians 2:10, in this teaching you'll discover how God has already designed you with intention — and how your purpose is found in the intersection of four key realities:• Your abilities (what you do well) • Your spiritual gifting (how God works through you) • Your heart passions (what you care deeply about) • The problems you're called to solve When these come together, you step into “The Zone” — the place where clarity, alignment, and Kingdom power meet.This is where:• You stop drifting • You gain direction • You make bold, aligned decisions • You experience sustainable energy and impact If you're in a season of transition… or you know you're made for more but can't quite articulate it — this will help you get clear, get focused, and move forward with purpose.

Welcome to our Podcast. Listen to Rev. Dr. Matthew Everhard as he preaches on Genesis 1:28-30“Be Fruitful and Multiply”

Redeemed Series Part 3: Redeemed from Poverty This final message in the Redeemed series focuses on a powerful and often misunderstood truth: We have been redeemed from poverty and made to thrive in Christ. From the beginning, God's design for His people was not lack, struggle, or barely getting by. In the Garden, there was provision, abundance, and everything Adam and Eve needed. Poverty, like sickness and spiritual death, entered as a result of the fall and the curse of sin. But through Jesus, redemption does not stop at forgiveness or even healing, it restores us back to a life of provision, purpose, and flourishing. Psalm 1 paints the picture of what a redeemed life looks like: a person planted, steady, fruitful, and sustained. Not dry, not lacking, but thriving like a tree by living water. This is not just about material wealth, it's about a blessed life…one marked by stability, provision, fruitfulness, and impact. Redemption calls us out of a poverty mindset and into a Kingdom mindset where God is our source, and we are positioned to both receive and release His provision. What Redemption Does in Us 1. We're Positioned to Live a Blessed Life The life of blessing begins with pursuing holiness and alignment with God. Psalm 1 shows that when we walk with God and not with the patterns of the world, our lives become rooted and established. Blessing is not random, it is connected to relationship and obedience. 2. We're Rooted in God's Word Meditating on the Word day and night transforms how we think, live, and expect. Joshua 1 reminds us that true prosperity and success come from knowing and doing God's Word. As we renew our minds, we shift from scarcity thinking to trusting God as our provider in every area. 3. We're Called to Be Fruitful and Productive A redeemed life produces. Like the tree in Psalm 1, we are created to bear fruit in every season. This means using what God has given us, being faithful, working diligently, and stewarding opportunities well. God increases what is used, not what is buried. 4. We're Empowered to Live Generously Generosity is a key mark of a redeemed life. 2 Corinthians 9 reveals that God provides so that we can abound in every good work. We are not blessed just to hold onto it, but to release it. Giving breaks the grip of greed and positions us to trust God as our source. We are blessed to be a blessing. The Heart of the Message is this…redemption restores us to a life of thriving, not just surviving. Through Christ, we are no longer bound to lack, fear, or a poverty mindset. God invites us into a life where we trust Him, walk in obedience, produce fruit, and live with open hands. Because of that: Lack does not define your life God is your source and provider You are called to produce and prosper You are blessed so you can be a blessing Redemption isn't just about getting by…it's about living in God's provision and purpose. You weren't just saved…you were made to thrive.

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Are you truly growing in the knowledge of God, or do you only know about Him? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Colossians 1:9-12 (KJV) and walks us through the Apostle Paul's powerful prayer for the believers at Colosse — a prayer that asked for no material things, only that they would know God more deeply, walk worthy of Him, and bear fruit in every good work.You might be asking — what does it mean to walk worthy of the Lord? Why does Paul pray for patience and long suffering with joyfulness? Is there a difference between knowing about God and actually knowing God? How do I grow in the knowledge of God daily?Key points from this devotion:- Paul prayed that believers would be filled with wisdom and spiritual understanding- Walking worthy means our conduct and lifestyle should be pleasing to God- Being fruitful in every good work is part of God's desire for every believer- Increasing in the knowledge of God requires reading, studying, and accepting His Word- Knowing God personally is salvation — knowing Him fully is the journey of a lifetimeIf this devotion encouraged you today, please like, comment, and share it with someone who needs a word. Subscribe so you never miss a daily devotion from Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when medicine has no answers—and God is your only option? ... How God Met Me In My Pain.In this episode, Coach Tom talks with Katie St. Germaine, a nurse practitioner and founder of Renewing RVA, about integrating medical care, mental health, and Christian healing prayer—and how her own battle with chronic illness forced her into real surrender. This is not theory. This is lived experience.If you're navigating illness, burnout, or a major life transition, this conversation will help you understand how God works in the middle of pain—and how healing (real healing) actually unfolds.In this episode, you'll learn:How Christian healing prayer actually works What to do when doctors don't have solutions The connection between inner healing and deliverance How to break generational patterns through repentance and forgiveness What surrender really looks like (not just talk) How to hear God and walk in daily obedience Why this matters:Most people try to stay in control… Until life forces them to let go.Katie's story shows how God meets you in surrender—and begins to restore what you couldn't fix on your own.Who this is for:Leaders in a season of transition Those facing chronic illness or emotional pain Christians hungry for deeper spiritual growth Anyone exploring healing prayer, deliverance, or inner healing 

Send us Fan MailWhere do you get wisdom when you really need it?In this teaching, Coach Tom walks through a powerful and often overlooked source of wisdom—your own life experiences. God is actively shaping you through both the highs and the lows, and learning to reflect on those moments can unlock clarity, healing, and direction for your future.You'll discover how your experiences form your beliefs, how your beliefs drive your decisions, and how that cycle shapes your life outcomes. More importantly, you'll learn how to break unhealthy patterns and align your life with God's truth and perspective.This session introduces a practical tool—mapping your life through “significant emotional events”—to help you:Recognize how God has been at work in your story Identify key moments that shaped your identity and responses Process both positive and painful experiences with God Develop deeper self-awareness and spiritual discernment Stay “up to date” emotionally and spiritually—no longer ambushed by unprocessed pain or false beliefs As you reflect with God, your history becomes more than memories—it becomes wisdom, testimony, and a personal language with Him.This is how you get clear… so you can move forward with focus and fruitfulness.Next Steps: Take time to map your life. Identify key emotional moments. Invite God into those memories—and let Him give you His perspective.Your past is not wasted. It's being shaped into wisdom for your future.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

Send us Fan Mail“God Is Findable: A Real Conversation on Pain, Purpose, and Hearing His Voice”In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom sits down with Sarah Shaw—a creative entrepreneur and emerging leader with a passion to help her generation encounter God in a real and personal way.Sarah shares her journey from a questioning, multi-denominational upbringing to a deep, hard-won faith shaped through suffering, identity crisis, and honest wrestling with God. After a severe autoimmune health breakdown in her teens, she faced years of pain, isolation, and confusion—forcing her to confront deeper questions of identity, purpose, and God's presence.Through that season, Sarah began learning how to hear God's voice, steward hardship, and move beyond surface-level Christianity into authentic relationship. Today, she leads creative and entrepreneurial initiatives that explore the intersection of theology, psychology, and creativity—helping others “wrestle well” and discover that God is truly accessible.This conversation explores:How suffering can become a catalyst for identity and formation What it actually means to hear God's voice The danger of shallow, cultural Christianity Why “wrestling with God” is essential for real faith The importance of being willing to step back, heal, and be “benched” in leadership Practical ways to encounter God personally in everyday life If you've ever felt stuck, confused, or distant from God—this episode will help you re-engage with honesty, depth, and hope.

In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom talks with his longtime friend, student and coaching client, André Cajeron about identity, healing, calling, and learning to live with greater authenticity before God.André shares his journey from Brazil to the United States, the confusion of trying to find his place in ministry, and how God gradually clarified his calling as a worship pastor. He opens up about painful childhood trauma, the long road of healing, and how hidden shame can distort identity and keep people isolated. He also reflects on how music became a deep language of expression, comfort, and connection with God.This conversation is honest, tender, and full of hope. André also shares powerful spiritual encounters, lessons about fear and authenticity in ministry, and why healing often begins when we bring what is hidden into the light.If you have ever struggled with shame, fear, confusion about your calling, or the temptation to wear a mask instead of living as your true self, this conversation will encourage you.In this interview, we explore:·       healing from trauma and hidden shame·       identity and authenticity in Christ·       the long process of emotional and spiritual restoration·       worship, contemplation, and intimacy with God·       overcoming fear in ministry·       holding on to God's promises in hard seasons·       how God forms us through pain, truth, and graceThis is a conversation about becoming who God truly made you to be.........................................Andre Cajeron is currently a worship pastor at Christ Community Church in Taunton, MA. Born in Brazil, he is father to Becky, Debbie, and Izzie, and husband to Rosane for 21 years. He has recently taken up swimming, become a proud dog owner, and is crazy about guitar pedals.Feel free to pop André an email: andrecajeron@gmail.comFollow him on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/andre.cajeron.5__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

Guess what? At this point in time, it's Lindy's birthday!!!! What if you bought a copy of Adult Braces? What if you read it, even??? What a gift! And our gift to you, you ask? Why it's Emmy Award winning comedian Guy Branum!!!!! And guess what else? We're in New York City, baby! The city of apples! Did you know you can wear sweatpants to Broadway and they can't do anything about it??? Maybe they even LIKE it, who could say?This week, we're talking about:Kathy Lee Gifford (we stan)Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush (we stan?)Ryan Murphy's oeuvre (jury still out RE: stan)Icons old gays rememberIf you're wondering why this episode looks..fabulous? It's because of our psychos over at Patreon.com/textmebackpod!!! Being able to record together in person is a really special way to challenge Meagan's seemingly insurmountable idea that the show is not a) good or b) successful. Thank you to all of our Patrons who encourage us to double down on broadcasting our savory array of hot takes and mental illness. Mwah forever and ever.NEVER LISTENED TO THE POD BEFORE? HERE IS YOUR STARTER KIT TO BEING BFFS WITH US!Meet Kevin in: Lindy and Meagan Need to Talk About KevinLearn why they keep saying BBW in Lindy and Meagan Are Officially BBWsDiscover the Kayak Dad Lore in: It's Our First Episode!WE NEED OUR ACCOLADES! It helps people find the show.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only please) on Spotify⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only please) on Apple PodcastsGive us Rave Reviews and Accolades on Apple Podcasts! We're SO THIRSTY for your nice words! Could be a nice bonus gift?? For Lindy?????STUFF TO CHECK OUT:Connect with Guy BranumCatch Guy's live show Be Fruitful!Order Lindy's book!!!! Adult BracesLindy's book tour infoNEWSLETTER ME BACK (A FREE WAY TO SUPPORT THE SHOW!)Check out SWAMP PERSON Subscribe to Lindy's newsletter butt news!Check out our MERCH so we can make MORE merch!! (Patrons get a discount, so check us out at patreon.com/textmebackpod)Listen Ad-Free by joining our $12 Patreon tier Freakaconda!Subscribe to Lindy's newsletter butt news!Join our Discord! We're obsessed with these people.⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°If you like this episode and want us to keep making the show forever, please subscribe to our Patreon. This podcast will always be free, but we need your help to produce it -- and if you support our Patreon, you'll get all kinds of goodies in addition to the show itself! Learn more about the different tiers and rewards here: https://www.patreon.com/TextMeBackPodAlso! Please keep in touch with us! You can text OR CALL us at the Best Friend Party Phone: (703) 829-0003.We're on Instagram at @textmebackpod!You can email us at deartextmeback@gmail.com!WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU SO BAD!⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°TEXT ME BACK is a production of Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays, proud members of the BFF Network. Our senior producer is Meagan Hatcher-Mays. Our other senior producer is Lindy West. Our show is produced by Alli Slice.Our music is by Chief Ahamefule J. Oluo. Diana Bowen is our video and creative advisor. Our digital strategist is Chance Nichols.You can also follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok @textmebackpod. And for even more bestie content, follow Lindy and Meagan on Instagram at @thelindywest and @importantmeagan!⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°✩⋆｡°See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Understanding the Stages of Life, Faith, and CallingIn this teaching, Coach Tom walks through a powerful framework for understanding the seasons of life and spiritual development.Drawing from the work of Richard Rohr and leadership researcher Bobby Clinton, he explains how God often shapes a person's life through several distinct phases—from building and identity formation, through seasons of transition, and eventually into wisdom and legacy.Coach Tom explores:• The Heroic Journey (roughly ages 20–40) — building life, identity, and direction• The Transition Years (40–55) — where humility, surrender, and deeper formation become essential• The Wisdom Journey (55+) — learning to live a released life that blesses othersHe also introduces Bobby Clinton's six stages of leadership and faith development, showing how God intentionally shapes our lives through:1. Sovereign Beginnings2. Spiritual Formation3. Gift Discovery & Development4. Life Maturation5. Convergence6. LegacyOne of the most striking insights: only about 20% of believers reach the “convergence zone.”This is the place where a person's gifts, calling, experiences, and spiritual maturity come together in what Coach Tom calls “Kingdom flow.”This teaching will help you:• Understand where you are in your life journey• Recognize how God uses transition and hardship for growth• Avoid becoming “bitter” or “stuck” during mid-life transitions• Move toward a life of wisdom, humility, and greater Kingdom impactIf you are in a season of transition, searching for clarity about your calling, or wondering how God is shaping your life story—this conversation will give you perspective and hope.__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document.  It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead.  Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here 

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the death of Paul Ehrlich, the problems with population control ideology, if medical associations will backpedal from the transgender revolution, new legislation in California that would require insurance companies to cover female medical procedures that are biologically impossible for men, another woke ruling and its controversy in California, and what nudism in the headlines lays bare about our cultural moment.Part I (00:13 – 09:36)The Death of Paul Ehrlich: Author of “The Population Bomb” and Prophet of the Culture of Death Dies at 93Part II (09:36 – 19:53)Reality vs. the Population Control Worldview: Evidence Did Not Confirm Ehrlich's Population Control Hypothesis – So as a Scientist, Why Didn't He Change His Theory?Paul R. Ehrlich, Who Alarmed the World With ‘The Population Bomb,' Dies at 93 by The New York Times (Keith Schneider)Part III (19:53 – 20:21)Population Control vs. Creation Order: By Definition, Population Control Cannot Be the Real Problem When the Creator Has Told Us to Be Fruitful and MultiplyPart IV (20:21 – 22:29)Will Medical Associations Backpedal from the Transgender Revolution? Money and Ideology are Driving the LGBTQ RevolutionPart V (22:29 – 23:14)The Transgender Revolution Rolls On? New Legislation in California Would Require Insurance Companies to Cover Female Medical Procedures That Are Biologically Impossible for MenPart VI (23:14 – 25:10)Another Woke Ruling in California: A 9th Circuit Ruling and Its Dissent Have Caused a Big ControversyOlympus Spa vs. Armstrong by United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitPart VII (25:10 – 27:36)Rules For Nude Cruises? That Nudism is News Lays Bare Our Cultural MomentYes, there are nude cruises. An insider explains what you should know by USA Today (Nathan Diller)Nudist Camp for Sale: The Rise and Fall of the Florida Naturist Park by The New York Times (Ronda Kaysen)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

After one of the most dramatic events in human history, Noah and his family step off the ark into a new reality. In this sermon covering Genesis chapters 8 and 9, we explore God's faithful covenant with all creation, symbolized by the rainbow, and the unchanging nature of the human heart.Be sure to follow 614 Church online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/Website: https://www.614church.orgTo support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below!https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193Until Everyone Knows Jesus.

Jameela is joined by comedian, writer, actors Guy Branum (Hacks, The Mindy Project, Chelsea Lately) and X Mayo (Loot, The Daily Show).Together they swap stories that probably should have stayed buried forever - the kind of wrong turns that begin with confidence and end in public humiliation. From disastrous celebrity encounters to sexual encounters so bleak you may decide to abstain completely.Guy delivers a story that proves confidence is sometimes the worst possible thing you can bring into a social interaction, while X Mayo reminds everyone to treat their TSA agents with respect and kindness.Find Guy Branum:Follow Guy across social media at @GuyBranum (and @GuyBranumComedy on TikTok). His solo show “Be Fruitful” will be part of the Netflix Is A Joke Festival on May 9.Find X Mayo:Follow X Mayo on Instagram at @80InASuitcase. She can also be seen in Scrubs (reboot) and the upcoming Marvel series Wonder Man, and you can watch her on Loot. She also recently sold a new series to CBS about working at TSA.Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, you can also find her on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.Our consulting producer is Colin Anderson.Wrong Turns was created and produced by Jameela Jamil and Stewart Bailey.Listen to Wrong Turns on Amazon Music or wherever you find your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek Rishmawy, Alastair Roberts, and Brad East consider what Christian theology actually has to say about aliens — from the populated Christian cosmos to the angelic fall, demonic deception, and the Christological anthropocentrism that runs through Lewis, Edwards, and Aquinas. Are UFO encounters spiritual phenomena in disguise? And does any of this unsettle orthodox faith? — Get the ebook, Spiritual Formation for the Family, by going to http://mereorthodoxy.com/family. Mere Fidelity is a podcast from Mere Orthodoxy and is listener-supported. If you would like to support this work, become a Mere Orthodoxy Member today at http://mereorthodoxy.com/membership. Get 30% of the Baker Book of the Month, R30 Key Moments in the History of Christianity: Inspiring True Stories from the Early Church Around the World, by going to: http://bakerbookhouse.com/pages/mere-fidelity Apply for Beeson Divinity School's Ph.D program by April 1 for Fall 2026 admission here: https://bit.ly/BeesonPhD — Chapters 00:00 Aliens Are In The Air 06:38 What Counts As Alien? 12:22 The Nature of Alien Phenomena 19:08 Close Encounters of the Heavenly Kind 25:40 Lewis vs. L'Engle 32:52 Testimony 39:37 The Uniqueness of the Incarnation 45:30 Angels, Humanity, and Salvation 50:48 Christological Considerations 53:07 Be Fruitful and Explore Space!

What happens when a “conservative Bible college kid” becomes a Spirit-filled father-hearted leader… after walking through heartbreak, foster care adoption, trauma, near-death burnout, and a personal encounter with Jesus?In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom sits down with Devin Schubert (aka “the man in orange”) for a raw, hope-filled conversation about:·       Devin's journey from Midwestern Christian roots and rebellion → to ministry and a deeper “yes” to God·       15 years in child welfare, building foster-care support through local churches, and what the Church often misses about caring for families in crisis·       Parenting through severe trauma and mental health challenges — and how chronic stress nearly took his life·       A powerful encounter with Jesus… and why Devin's healing came through a process, not just an instant moment·       The maturity shift: don't chase signs and wonders — chase the Father·       What to do when God feels silent: learning to “find Him in everything,” not just listen for a voice·       Why naming your struggle isn't “negative confession” — it's often the first step to surrender and freedom·       Devin's burden: releasing the Father's love in a way that brings healing, deliverance, and deep safety·       A Nehemiah-style framework for calling: fasting/praying for the plan, then bringing it to the King for favor and protection·       Devin's mission: helping a million people share their stories across media — because your story is part of your purposeDevin closes by praying a tender, powerful prayer for healing — especially for those carrying pain connected to fathers or father-figures. Don't rush off at the end. Sit with it. Receive............................Devin is founder of influence academy where he helps Christian Coaches and speakers grow their influence the way Jesus did. After being on 2 reality TV shows and over 100 stages in 2024 he is on a mission to help people advance the Kingdom. You can learn more about Devin by going to his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/schubertdevinYou can learn about his coaching business at  https://storiestostages.com/ __________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Have you ever considered that some of the beliefs shaping your life… aren't actually true?Most of us didn't choose “lies” on purpose. They formed slowly—through words spoken over us, painful experiences, and moments when we were just trying to make sense of life. But those beliefs don't just affect how we think… they shape how we live.In this podcast, I'll help you:Recognize the lies you may be believing about yourself, God, others, and lifeSee two primary ways lies get exposed (God's revelation + people's truth)Learn a simple pathway to overturn them: humility, teachability, God's perspective, honest friendships, and wise mentorsBecause the good news is real: the lies you learned can be unlearned.Fruitfulness follows clarity—and clarity begins when truth replaces false agreements.Reflection questions:What false perspective is God addressing in you right now?What are you doing to respond to it?Who have you invited to speak truth into your life?What might God be surfacing “under the surface” that needs action?__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Be Fruitful or something...like Phillip Rivers.

This short teaching is actually an exercise to help you be still.You will encounter GodReceive His healing in your bodyRenew your identity in HimReconnect with your Placement, Calling and Kingdom AssignmentBe Still ... Connect ... Receive ... and Stand Up in Faith!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Episode 861: Be Fruitful and Multiply! This simple command in Genesis is being challenged today, but God knew what He was doing when he gave it to us! Find out more on this insightful episode of Good News with Greg Fritz. Download or request your FREE Study Notes for this series at https://gregfritz.org/study-notes/. Greg Fritz is on a mission to get the truth of the Good News to as many people as possible. The truth is God has a plan and a meaning for your life. You are extravagantly and deeply loved by God, and you were created for a purpose.  Receive a free CD and our newsletter: https://www.gregfritz.org/free-cd/   Follow Greg on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gregfritzministries/  Follow Greg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregfritzministries/ Watch more videos: https://www.gospeltruth.tv/   Learn more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrR9Rsx4h_RqYigda2PysZQ  Email us: info@gregfritz.org  Partner with us:  https://gregfritz.org/partners/ Donate: https://gregfritz.org/donate/

What does God do with people who are faithful with “a little”? In this Vision Sunday message, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how faithfulness, stewardship, and family-first discipleship form our long game: be fruitful. You'll hear updates on Be Fruitful, Garden City Academy (K-12), our church plant in Rome, Georgia, and Phase Four construction—plus a powerful salvation story that will stir your faith to pray for one more.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Sermon Title: What It Takes for God's Word to Be Fruitful in Our LivesSpeaker: Rev. Provy R. CadelinaDate: Sunday Morning Worship ServiceService: March 5, 2023Ilocano Preaching

Sermon Title: What It Takes for God's Word to Be Fruitful in Our LivesSpeaker: Rev. Provy R. CadelinaDate: Long Distance PreachingService: March 6, 2023Ilocano Preaching

Podcast Summary In this episode, Coach Tom and Dak dive into the three streams of spiritual formation—the Bible stream, the power stream, and the contemplative stream—and explore how each uniquely shapes people's faith journeys.Dak opens up about key seasons of his life:·       Adapting to New Cultures – learning to find his footing in shifting environments.·       Life in the Marines – navigating faith during deployment and military life.·       A Defining Encounter with God – moving through spiritual struggles into a clear experience of salvation.·       Finding Peace After Loss – discovering God's presence in seasons of grief.·       Exploring Spiritual Streams – sharing recent experiences of healing and supernatural encounters.The conversation concludes with Dak's reflections on balancing faith and impact—how he integrates his walk with God into his work as a book writing coach, while reimagining the church's role in his own life...................................Beyond being an Author Success Coach, Dak is a singer and musician who enjoys playing the piano and guitar. He's been happily married for fourteen years and is a proud dad to two girls. His two most requested resources (how to outline your book and how to attract more readers) for authors are available at www.yourauthorgift.comIf you're trying to figure out what to write about or who your target audience should be, enroll in his online course for beginners for $7 (normally $97) by entering the code: KINGDOM. Availalbe at: https://dakfrederick.com/b/firstdraftfundamentals....................__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Destiny Christian Center August 10, 2025 Be Fruitful and Multiply, Pastor Lawrence Neisent destinyokc.com

In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, Liz, Pastor Jenn, Chris Stubblefield, and Diana Mendez wrap up the “Be Fruitful” series with a thoughtful conversation on gentleness and self-control. They explore how these final fruit of the Spirit aren't just personal virtues but visible signs of a Spirit-led life—shaped by grace, humility, and trust in God. With real-life stories and honest reflection, the group discusses how self-control and gentleness grow from love and are nurtured through the Spirit's work in us, not by striving but through surrender.   Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast.   Need a new small group? Visit st.lukes.org/adults.

In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, host Liz Vasquez, Lead Pastor Jenn Stiles Williams, and guests Barbara Barber and Will Hodges explore the fruit of faithfulness as part of the Be Fruitful series on the fruit of the Spirit. Through Scripture, personal stories, and heartfelt reflections, they discuss how faithfulness is more than belief—it's a consistent, trustworthy presence rooted in God's reliability. From family influences to small group support, the conversation reveals how the Spirit cultivates faithfulness in everyday acts of kindness, perseverance, and community.  Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast. Need a new small group? Visit st.lukes.org/adults.

In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, we continue our Be Fruitful series by exploring the fruit of the Spirit through the lens of kindness and goodness—not as superficial niceness, but as authentic, Spirit-led qualities that flow from love and transform how we live and relate to others. Liz, Pastor Jenn, Brittany, and Sanyie reflect on how true kindness and goodness are rooted in God's love and grace, and shape not only how we act outwardly but also how we cultivate inner goodness and integrity. They share personal insights, scriptural connections, and invite us to notice and celebrate real fruit-bearing in our lives and community.   Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast. 

In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, we're talking about patience—the kind that comes from the Holy Spirit, not just biting your tongue!  Liz and Pastor Jenn are joined by special guests Brenda Cheves and John Stiles Williams as they share real stories from classrooms, parenting, and life about what it means to practice “cheerful, hopeful endurance.” It's honest, funny, and full of wisdom you won't want to miss.    This episode is part 3 of the Be Fruitful series. Catch previous episodes and find questions for discussion & reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast. 

In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, we begin our Be Fruitful series by exploring the first two expressions of the fruit of the Spirit: love and joy. St. Luke's staff member Liz Vasquez and Pastor Jenn host a thoughtful conversation with special guests Alice Williams and Dennis Barber about how these expressions grow within us as part of a Spirit-shaped life—not as a checklist, but as a reflection of God's presence. Together, they reflect on how love and joy can be cultivated like a garden in our hearts, becoming visible through our everyday actions and relationships. Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast. Looking for ways to discuss love & joy with your family or with kids? Find resources at st.lukes.org/podcast. 

The Vine | June 1, 2025Pastor Wes MorrisJohn 15:1-4 (NLT) I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn't produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more. You have already been pruned and purified by the message I have given you. Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me.√ OUR FAITH FEELS DRY.√ WE CAN LOOK THE PART BUT WE'RE NOT LIVING THE LIFE.II Timothy 3:4-5 (TLB) They will betray their friends; they will be hotheaded, puffed up with pride, and prefer good times to worshiping God. They will go to church, yes, but they won't really believe anything they hear. Don't be taken in by people like that.√ WE SEARCH FOR SOMETHING THAT WILL SATISFY.Psalm 63:1 (NLT) O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you. My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this parched and weary land where there is no water. As God is exalted to the right place in our lives, a thousand problems are solved all at once. - A.W. Tozer THE VINEI. STAY CONNECTED. (ABIDING)John 15:4 (NLT) Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me.Matthew 18:19 (NIV) Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven.James 5:16 (NIV) Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.II. EMBRACE PAIN. (PRUNING)John 15:1-2 (NLT) I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn't produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.Romans 5:3 (NLT) We can rejoice when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. III. BE FRUITFUL. (PRODUCING)John 15:5 (NLT) Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit.Galatians 5:22-23 (TLB) When the Holy Spirit controls our lives he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.John 15:10-11 (NIV) If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.

In this message, "Be Fruitful," we explore what it truly means to live a life that bears spiritual fruit. Far beyond mere productivity, God calls us to cultivate lives marked by purpose, growth, and lasting impact. As part of our series "Where Faith and Life Connect," this sermon dives into how faith isn't just something we believe — it's something we live. Whether you're in a season of planting, pruning, or harvest, this episode will challenge and encourage you to stay rooted in Christ and bear fruit that honors Him in every area of life.

You don't need 100 people… you just need ONE.In this heartfelt sermon, “As You Sow,” Pastor Beto Rivas shares his vulnerable, faith-filled journey of sowing seeds in hard ground—preaching to empty chairs, losing possessions, battling discouragement—yet refusing to quit.Through powerful stories like C.T. Studd's generational conversion and real-life testimonies from Equatorial Guinea, Pastor Beto reminds us:

Jesus didn't curse the tree because it was out of season—He cursed it because it gave the appearance of fruitfulness with none of the substance. He wasn't being petty—He was being prophetic.He was saying:Don't just look alive. Be alive.Don't just talk the talk. Walk in truth.Don't be leafy with no fruit—because faith without fruit is just foliage."Be Fruitful". by VASHAWN MITCHELLwww.BibleDeliverance.org

In this episode, Coach Tom gives you practical tools to become more self-aware, freer on the inside, and more aligned with God.When you are feeling out of sorts:Pay attention to it … Sometimes the tell is how you are feeling … pay attention to your feelings/bodyClarify itRecognize its impact on your peace in Christ and experience of the Fruit of the SpiritSome of the symptoms might be:  Overthinking Noise on the insideA Sense of Isolation & DisconnectRemember, if you are in Christ, Fruit of the Spirit … His Peace is already in you (Gal. 5:22; Col. 3:15)1.    Ask yourself how your thoughts are impacting all the fruit of the Spirit in you2.    Agree with God's perspective3.    James 5:16 confess your sins … Hamartia … missing the mark, fault, failure, guilt4.    Pray for each other that you may be healed__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 07:56)The Test Case of a Midwife in Texas: When Abortion is Illegal, Someone Will Be Charged with a Crime – And the Pro-Life Movement Shouldn't Shy Away From ItTexas Republicans seek to clarify when doctors can intervene under abortion bans by Texas Tribune (Eleanor Klibanoff)Texas midwife arrested and charged with performing illegal abortions by NBC News (Aria Bendix and Tim Stelloh)Texas Arrests Midwife and Associate on Charges of Providing Abortions by The New York Times (J. David Goodman)Part II (07:56 - 09:07)Do Married Couples Who Adopt Fulfill the Command to Be Fruitful and Multiply? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart III (09:07 - 13:19)Are Christians Commanded to Maximize the Amount of Children They Have? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart IV (13:19 - 17:27)Was Jesus Still in Heaven While He Was on Earth? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 10-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart V (17:27 - 18:57)How Do We Know That God is Triune If the Bible Doesn't Use the Term? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart VI (18:57 - 20:41)How Can I Trust God's Protection When God Allows Other Peoples' Homes to Get Broken into at Night? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 8-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart VII (20:41 - 22:26)Can Angels or Demons Hear My Thoughts? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from Listeners of The BriefingPart VIII (22:26 - 27:42)How is the Chief Justice Chosen? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from Listeners of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Be Fruitful and Multiply: Embracing Multiplication in Business In the whirlwind of daily tasks and business responsibilities, it's easy to feel like you're constantly running in circles. The endless to-do lists and the mounting expectations can lead to feelings of burnout and frustration. However, by embracing the concept of multiplication based on God's message to be fruitful and multiply, you can alter your mindset, apply strategic thinking, and transform your business approach. Shifting Your Business Process Embracing God's plan means you must first lay down your plans. Many women have become masters of addition and are good at getting things done and checking off their to-do lists. However, this often also leads to burnout and frustration because they do not see the return of all their efforts. Shifting from being masters of addition to kingdom multipliers will help you implement God's purpose. The Power of a Renewed Mindset Learning to be fruitful and multiply begins with an open mindset based on Scripture. We've been programmed to do more, and many of us fall into this trap. For example: Lone Cowboy Tract: This is the thought that you need to make something of yourself. It keeps us isolated and small. Anything multiplied by 1 is still small. The Idea of Lack: When you get in the mindset of I just don't have enough ______ or If I only had ____. When you enter this mindset, you bring negatives into the equation; multiplying by a negative equals a negative. Many scripture verses tell us to change our mindset. It is an active process to renew our mindset in Christ and change our thoughts to believe that God is on our side. Community: The Heart of Multiplication Learning to be fruitful and multiply in business involves more than just strategic moves; it's about building strong, genuine relationships with others. Working together with other like-minded individuals not only amplifies your influence but also fosters mutual support and innovation. This community-first approach reflects a relational model where deep connections lead to exponential growth, much like how early successful movements have spread despite limited technology. About Cassie Kitzmiller Cassie Kitzmiller has a minor degree in business and over a decade in real-world business growth experience both online and in the brick-and-mortar space. She has three years of experience Coaching Christian Entrepreneurs to reach new levels in their businesses and is the founder of a successful networking community called Christian Women Business Builders. In addition, Cassie is a best-selling author and experienced speaker. Website for Cassie Kitzmiller Additional Resources Free Download: 5 Crucial Strategies to Start and Grow Your Business for Sustainable Success Without Social Media More on Faith and Entrepreneurship.   Access all links and full shownotes

In this message, we discuss the importance and power of intimacy.Here is an outline related to the material:• Would you say your family of origin was/is intimate?• Do you know how to increase intimacy in your life?Self-Discovery:• We must choose to continually Grow & Learn• Our Stories need to be updated – for intimacy to grow• God reveals Himself to us …  … and ourselves to us• His Light helps us get free to draw closer His Light shines on the good and bad things• Intimacy involves shared experience and understanding.  If you don't         know yourself – if you don't experience yourself – if you don't like        yourself, you cannot have intimacy w/ God / others• Discover Yourself – through Module 1 … do the module WITH GODDisclosure• Self-Discovery without sharing is not intimacy• Learn to share who you are with God – shared and agreed, perspectives “Say it, Pray it” – the clearer, more precise and specific, the better!• Learn to share who you are – appropriately – with others Spouse, Family, Friends, Workmates “Say” and “Live” who you areVulnerability• Transparency vs Vulnerability  Vulnerability includes entrusting ourselves to others (risk)        to experience response, care, and support Transparency can be honest sharing, but remains self-protecting It helps people understand you (or know about you), but it doesn't         increase intimacySelf-Control• We must take responsibility for our lives to aim and invest our lives [and        change and grow]• With the help of the Holy Spirit, we break through strongholds and create        new life patterns.• Lack of self-control can be passive, blaming others, or circumstances, or        oneself for why we aren't growing and investing.• In the Curriculum, this relates to Roles, Purpose, Rule of Life, Pruning         and Strategic PlanningAPPLICATION:• Are you willing to take responsibility to develop intimate and loving        relationships?• What are your next steps?__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

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Clarity and Calling - God has a Plan and Purpose for Your Life!In this interview, we explore:*  "The Resources of Heaven"... *  "The Power of Reflection" ... *  "God's Desire that You Be You - No More and No Less" ... *  "How You Can Understand Your Purpose".... *  Being "Miraculously Responsible" ... and more!__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit to ask the question... what does it mean to make earth great again? Pastor Josh reminds us of the Genesis 1:28 command to "Be fruitful and multiply," and he further unpacks the progress in our Be Fruitful initiative of Grace City Church which started about a year ago, including an update on Garden City Academy. To watch the rest of our Make Earth Great Again sermon series, visit our YouTube page by this link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLptTyphw8iGPhqplf_Ta_z8hurZodxxiZ&si=nExvyA2aGGOxG9MSSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Be Fruitful and Multiply - The Call to Disciple Others   Introduction: In Genesis 1:28, God commands Adam and Eve to "Be fruitful and multiply." This command is often associated with the physical act of bearing children, but it also carries a deeper spiritual meaning that can be applied to the calling of discipleship. As followers of Christ, we are called to make disciples, multiplying the faith in the lives of others. Just as a tree produces fruit that contains seeds to grow new trees, so should our lives bear fruit that plants seeds of faith in others. Scripture Foundation: * Genesis 1:28: "God blessed them and said to them, 'Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.'" * Matthew 28:19-20: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you." * John 15:8: "By this, my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be my disciples."   1. The Call to Reproduce Spiritually In the same way, God's creation mandate called for the multiplication of people, Jesus' Great Commission calls for the multiplication of disciples. Our spiritual fruit—our character, faith, and love for God—must lead others to faith in Christ. Every believer is tasked with reproducing their spiritual life in others through discipleship.   Application: * Invest time in others—be intentional in forming relationships where spiritual growth can take place. * Look for opportunities to share your faith and invite others into a journey with Christ.   2. Discipleship as Cultivation Discipleship, like cultivating a fruitful garden, requires nurturing, time, and attention. As a farmer who tends the soil, waters the seeds, and patiently waits for growth, we must commit to helping others grow in their walk with God. True discipleship is not just about conversions but about fostering spiritual maturity.   Application: * Mentor others by spending time with them in scripture, prayer, and life application. * Encourage those you disciple to remain rooted in Christ (John 15:5).   3. Multiplication Requires Sacrifice Fruitfulness in discipleship often requires personal sacrifice. As Jesus modeled in His relationship with the twelve disciples, there is a need for selfless investment in others. This may mean giving up time, energy, and resources to walk alongside others as they grow in their faith.   Application: * Embrace a service mindset, knowing your sacrifice leads to eternal rewards. * Prioritize discipling relationships, understanding their long-term impact on the kingdom of God.   4. Empowering Others to Multiply The ultimate goal of discipleship is to create disciples who will go on to disciple others. This is how spiritual multiplication happens. We are not only to make followers of Christ but also to equip them to lead others. The fruit of our discipleship is only complete once it reproduces itself in others.   Application: * Encourage those you disciple to disciple others. * Teach practical ways to share their faith and build up others in their spiritual journey.   Conclusion: "Be fruitful and multiply" is a charge to believers to participate in multiplying God's kingdom through intentional discipleship. As we bear spiritual fruit, we plant seeds in others that, by God's grace, will grow into new followers of Christ, who, in turn, will disciple others. This is how the gospel spreads, how faith communities are built, and how the world is transformed for God's glory. -- Praise Tabernacle Dr. Joshua Kennedy,  Pastor 2235 Ocean Heights  Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 pastorjosh@praisetabernacle.com praisetabernacle.church  (609) 927-4560(w), (609) 402-8869(c)

Contrary to how the culture views children, followers of Christ are called to joyfully value, love, teach, and discipline children. The post Christ and Culture, Part 3: Be Fruitful and Multiply appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews another longtime friend, Ron Walborn. They discuss Ron's faith pilgrimage, growing up as a pastor's kid in western Pennsylvania, and experiencing an adult faith transformation in college.  Ron describes his experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit and church planting in Northern California. Ron also shares how he has dealt with significant grief over the last year. Additionally, we discussed his love for teaching and equipping people to advance the Kingdom of God worldwide.………………………………… Dr. Ron Walborn is the Executive Director of Urban Initiatives for Asbury Theological Seminary in New York City.  Previously, Ron served as a Professor of Pastoral Theology, Vice President and Dean of Alliance Theological Seminary and Nyack College (Alliance University) in New York City and San Juan Puerto Rico for 24 years.  He has a B.A. in History from Nyack College, an M.Div. from Alliance Theological Seminary and a DMin from Fuller Theological Seminary. Dr. Walborn has planted and pastored churches in Connecticut and California. He has authored one book and numerous articles and chapters for other publications. He has lectured and spoken at churches, conferences and other events both nationally and internationally. Dr. Walborn was born and raised in Western Pennsylvania in a ministry-focused family. Ron and his wife, Dr. Wanda Walborn have four married adult children and six beautiful grandchildren. __________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here

In this podcast, Coach Tom interviews friend, author, speaker and Kingdom trainer, Rob Reimer.  You will hear of God's work of healing in his own life, and through him to others around the world.Some key concepts:Finding God's fit for you will bring more fruit and more fun.God wants access to your heart and soul...often that is achieved through pain.There is no power without the cross.  Impartation requires character and intimacy to sustain it.  We must die to live.Apart from God you can do many things, but you can do no Kingdom work without abiding.Not every need is your assignment.The secret to success is to find out what God wants of you and do it, no matter the personal cost...and there will be personal cost.__________________________Dr. Rob Reimer's passion is to see the Kingdom of God advance through spiritual renewal. Rob began Renewal International to assist pastors, leaders, and churches globally to equip the people of God to live in freedom in Christ, and to walk in the fullness and power of the Holy Spirit.Passionate about Jesus, personally transparent, and saturated in the Word, his books including Soul Care, River Dwellers, Spiritual Authority, Deep Faith, Pathways to the King, The Soul Care Leader, Calm in the Storm and The Tenderness of Jesus incorporate lessons God taught him over the years through life, marriage, and ministry. During conferences, Rob not only teaches these lessons, but provides activities for participants to begin working them into their lives. These transformativeexperiences challenge people to walk in the light with God and others and help people to practice hearing from God and accessing His power for ministry. Without Jesus, we have nothing to offer!In addition to his work with Renewal International, Dr. Reimer has served as Professor of Pastoral Theology at Alliance University in NY, NY, and as the founding and lead pastor of a church in New England.Explore more of Rob's resources, view his itinerary, or invite him to speak atwww.renewalinternational.org__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here3. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Strategy Session with me: Click Here

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 15:17) Falling Birth Rates, the Biggest Issue of Our Time: We Are Looking at a Looming Catastrophe — And Few Are Talking About ItThe baby-bust economy: How declining birth rates will change the world by The EconomistPart II (15:17 - 19:23) ‘No One Owes It to Others to Bring Up Children': The Astounding Argument Behind Falling Number of BirthsPart III (19:23 - 25:08) ‘Be Fruitful, and Multiply, and Fill the Earth.': God's Command and Our Obedience for His GlorySign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 13:19) No Genuine Conservative Can Support This: The U.S. Senate to Vote on So-Called ‘Respect for Marriage' Act to Codify Same-Sex Marriage as Law of the LandSenate Moves Ahead With Vote on Gay-Marriage Bill by Wall Street Journal (Katy Stech Ferek)Part II (13:19 - 21:57) A Direct Assault on Religious Liberty: The So-Called ‘Respect for Marriage' Act — We Need to Take Names on Who Is Behind Republican Moral RelativismPart III (21:57 - 25:40) Be Fruitful and Multiply…Or Else: World Population Reaches 8 Billion People — Is It a Good Thing or a Cause for Concern?World Population Reaching 8 Billion: What This Means for the Family of Humanity by USA Today (António Guterres)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.