Podcasts about before god

Before God went quiet for 400 years, He sent one final messenger to confront apathy and compromise. A call back to love, truth, and hope.

Before God moves, He usually pre-empts that move by reminding His people of their identity. In this message by Pastor Dave, we learn what are some of the convictions of Acts Church. And the power of being a Christ-centred, Great Commission and Calling focussed church and people.

Pastors' Point of View Ep. 382 with Dr. Andy Woods. “Prophecy Update”The stage is being set for global persecution exactly as the Bible predicted. In Finland, a parliamentarian and bishop face years of criminal prosecution simply for quoting Scripture about marriage. In Canada, an MP wants Bible verses criminalized as "hate speech." In France, leaders are working to control and license all public information.This isn't just about politics—it's about prophecy unfolding before our eyes. Daniel 7:23 warned of a final world government that would "devour the whole earth" and "tread it down and crush it." Revelation 17 describes a global system drunk with the blood of the saints.But here's the hope: Before God's wrath falls, Jesus promises to rescue His church through the rapture. Titus 2:13 calls it our "blessed hope"—the appearing of our great God and Savior.The gospel itself is offensive to the natural man because it offers salvation by grace alone, not works. And if speaking biblical truth becomes criminal, we're watching the infrastructure of the tribulation period being built in real time.The process IS the punishment. Even when believers win these cases, they've been drained emotionally, financially, and spiritually—exactly what the persecutors intend.Are you ready? The signs are undeniable. The alignment is remarkable. The time is short.#EndTimes #BibleProphecy #FreeSpeech #ReligiousFreedom #Rapture #BlessedHope #GlobalPersecution #LastDays #ProphecyUpdate

Before God can bring about his best, he has to do a deep work in us. He wants to give us his victory, but he also wants our complete devotion to him.Subscribe to daily devotions e-mails: https://wcm.link/ddsub

Pastor David Strader - Wednesday Night - 11.05.2025This message helps you learn how to overcome negativity and see your challenges through a faith-filled perspective that trusts God is with you in every situation.In this week's message, Pastor challenges us to shift how we see the battles we face. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10 and Romans 12, he reminds us that real transformation begins in the mind. Before God changes our situation, He often changes our perspective. Through the stories of Gideon, Joseph, and David, we're encouraged to trade negativity for faith, fear for trust, and doubt for confidence in God's Word. No matter what stands in front of you, remember—He is with you. Period.

Why Is There Something Rather Than Nothing? | Christ For YouText: Genesis 1:1 | Trinity 21Description: Why does anything exist at all? Why is there something rather than nothing? Learn about the most profound question of human existence—and learn that the answer is not found in chance or chaos, but in the eternal love of God. Before God ever said, “Let there be light,” He already saw the cross. He knew the cost of creation, the rebellion of humanity, and the agony that would come—and He still chose to make you.This message walks through what life looks like without God. And it exposes the collapse of atheistic meaning, the tragedy of living as if God didn't exist, and the breathtaking truth that the Creator who spoke the universe into being also shed His blood to redeem it.Subscribe & Share:​ Apple Podcasts: Christ For You​ Spotify: Listen on Spotify​ Website: ZionWG.org/podcastStay Connected:​ Email: PastorRojas@ZionWG.org​ Website: ZionWG.orgIf this sermon strengthened your faith, share it with others and leave a review. Your support helps more people hear the faithful preaching of Christ crucified and risen for you.

Send us a textA coin in the coffer, a soul released—Tetzel's famous pitch turned grace into a marketplace. We go straight to the fault line it exposed and still exposes: are we justified by faith plus works, or by faith that works? Walking from the medieval penance and indulgence economy to Wittenberg's doors, we set the historical stage for a sharper reading of Scripture and then open Romans 3 and James 2 side by side.We make a crucial distinction that unlocks the tension. Paul speaks to the courtroom of God: justification by faith apart from works silences pride and rests in Christ's imputed righteousness. James speaks to the watching world: a claim of faith that never feeds the hungry or alters a life is dead on arrival. Before God, faith alone saves. Before people, works alone show that faith is real. Think of it like a newborn's cry—it doesn't create life; it proves life exists. That's how visible obedience functions in authentic Christianity.Along the way, we revisit Luther's conversion in Romans, the 95 Theses amplified by the printing press, and the abuses of selling indulgences and venerating relics. Then we hold a steady course through Scripture: the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18, Paul's “where then is boasting?” and James's blunt “what use is it?” The goal is clarity without compromise: defend the gospel with Paul against faith plus works, and demonstrate the gospel with James against faith that doesn't work. You'll come away with a richer grasp of justification, sanctification, and how to make your faith visible in ordinary acts of love and courage.If this helped sharpen your understanding, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves church history and Scripture, and leave a review telling us where you see living faith at work today.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

Pastors' Point of View Ep. 381 with Dr. Andy Woods“Prophecy Update”Topics covered: AntisemitismWorld vs. IsraelThe ancient prophecies are coming alive before our eyes. What we're witnessing isn't random political chaos—it's the precise fulfillment of Scripture written thousands of years ago.Zechariah predicted that ALL nations would turn against Jerusalem in the last days. Not just Islamic nations. Not just socialist countries. ALL nations—including Western democracies and even voices from the right who once stood with Israel.The shift is undeniable. Anti-Semitism that once hid in the shadows is now being mainstreamed by prominent voices across the political spectrum. Fringe ideas are becoming mainstream narratives. The unthinkable is becoming acceptable.But here's what you need to understand: This isn't a political crisis. This is a prophetic signpost.When you see a nation the size of New Jersey blamed for all the world's problems, you're not witnessing logic—you're witnessing an ancient, irrational hatred that the Bible predicted would intensify as we approach the end times.The good news? Before God's wrath falls on this earth, believers have a promise. Titus 2:13 reminds us we're waiting for our blessed hope—the appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.Things aren't falling apart. They're falling into place.Are you ready?#BiblicalProphecy #EndTimes #Israel #Zechariah #ProphecyUpdate #ChristianZionism #LastDays #BlessedHope #Rapture #BiblicalTruth

Send us a textA coin in the coffer, a soul released—Tetzel's famous pitch turned grace into a marketplace. We go straight to the fault line it exposed and still exposes: are we justified by faith plus works, or by faith that works? Walking from the medieval penance and indulgence economy to Wittenberg's doors, we set the historical stage for a sharper reading of Scripture and then open Romans 3 and James 2 side by side.We make a crucial distinction that unlocks the tension. Paul speaks to the courtroom of God: justification by faith apart from works silences pride and rests in Christ's imputed righteousness. James speaks to the watching world: a claim of faith that never feeds the hungry or alters a life is dead on arrival. Before God, faith alone saves. Before people, works alone show that faith is real. Think of it like a newborn's cry—it doesn't create life; it proves life exists. That's how visible obedience functions in authentic Christianity.Along the way, we revisit Luther's conversion in Romans, the 95 Theses amplified by the printing press, and the abuses of selling indulgences and venerating relics. Then we hold a steady course through Scripture: the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18, Paul's “where then is boasting?” and James's blunt “what use is it?” The goal is clarity without compromise: defend the gospel with Paul against faith plus works, and demonstrate the gospel with James against faith that doesn't work. You'll come away with a richer grasp of justification, sanctification, and how to make your faith visible in ordinary acts of love and courage.If this helped sharpen your understanding, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves church history and Scripture, and leave a review telling us where you see living faith at work today.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

In this powerful first part of our conversation, we sit down with Apostle TG Gardner to uncover the question every believer must face: "Who am I in Christ?" Identity isn't built in platforms—it's forged in process. Apostle Gardner opens up about the pain, pressure, and power of discovering who God says you are—beyond your trauma, title, or talent. If you've ever wrestled with identity, battled rejection, or questioned your purpose, this conversation will help you reclaim your name in God's presence.

In this powerful first part of our conversation, we sit down with Apostle TG Gardner to uncover the question every believer must face: "Who am I in Christ?" Identity isn't built in platforms—it's forged in process. Apostle Gardner opens up about the pain, pressure, and power of discovering who God says you are—beyond your trauma, title, or talent. If you've ever wrestled with identity, battled rejection, or questioned your purpose, this conversation will help you reclaim your name in God's presence.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Check out our mission to teach every verse of the Bible on video in what we call Project23. Our text today is Judges 10:17-18. Then the Ammonites were called to arms, and they encamped in Gilead. And the people of Israel came together, and they encamped at Mizpah. And the people, the leaders of Gilead, said one to another, "Who is the man who will begin to fight against the Ammonites? He shall be head over all the inhabitants of Gilead." — Judges 10:17-18 The Ammonites gathered in Gilead—a vulnerable region east of the Jordan, a natural invasion path into Israel. Israel responded by gathering at Mizpah, a high place often used for covenant renewal and prayer. Both locations carried significance: one was the physical threat, the other was the spiritual rally point. But the geography only highlights the spiritual moment. Israel had no clear leader, no battle plan. What they had was repentance. They finally put away idols and cried out to God. That was the right preparation. Before God raised up a deliverer, he reshaped their hearts. This is the order God still works in today. Repentance first, deliverance second. The people didn't repent because they already had a strategy—they repented because they had no strategy. Their idols were powerless, their enemies were pressing in, and they finally turned back to God. And God's compassion was stirred by the misery of his repentant people in this moment. His justice was engaged by the oppression, and now he was ready to move. Think about that for your life. We want God to fix our circumstances, but God starts by fixing our hearts. Repentance clears the ground for his deliverance. It tears down idols, humbles our pride, and puts us in a posture to receive what only he can provide. Maybe "Ammonites" are pressing in right now—anxiety, addiction, pressure, or relational conflict. You might even feel camped at "Mizpah:" gathered, waiting, desperate for God to act. Don't miss the lesson. Surrender at Mizpah. Repentance bridges the gap between misery and mercy, between oppression and deliverance. Trust in God. Repent and surrender. Find relief and salvation. ASK THIS: What "Ammonites" are pressing against my life right now? Am I focused more on strategy or surrender? Have I truly cleared away the idols so God can act? Do I trust that repentance is the preparation God honors before deliverance? DO THIS: Don't just analyze your battle plan today. Start with repentance. Name your idols, confess your misplaced trust, and surrender at your own "Mizpah"—a place of waiting where God's compassion and deliverance can meet you. PRAY THIS: Father, help me see that repentance is the first battle move. Align my heart with Your justice, stir Your compassion over my misery, and prepare me for the deliverance only You can bring. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Song of Repentance."

Joseph's character formation was long and intense. Before God used him mightily, he made Joseph pass through trials and temptations—which are as instructive for us in our day as they were for him in his. This message was given by Joe Schneider, pastor emeritus of Peninsula Bible Fellowship and one of Thrive's board members.

The gospel clearly calls us to repent from our personal sins, and not to compare our better fortunes with the misfortunes of others. Before God we will need to account for our personal sins, and thus, we need to repent of them now.

Before God promotes you, He prunes you. Before He multiplies you, He presses you. And before He pours you out, He matures you. In this powerful message, Pastor Keela Craft Ambrose shares how to embrace God's process of pruning, pressing, and waiting—so you can become everything He designed you to be.

True enlargement begins not in your circumstances or in your environment, but in your capacity. Before God expands what's around you, He stretches what's within you, David had a heart of for God. That's a capacity that is being enlarged with desire, with hunger, with thirst, and an appetite for something that's bigger than us. I leave here a bigger man or woman than when I came. God has touched me; God has expanded me, and God has changed me. And my world is gonna the feel the change of my impact life.

Before God will send you, He will show a vision to you. The call always begins with a revelation. God's call is not a call of success, but for surrender. Dive in into this portion of the Word from Pastor Roy Philip and be blessed and transformed.

Description: In this message from our Stronger series, Pastor Stephen Mizell reminds us that God's plan for your life is bigger than your life. Drawing from Ephesians 3, he unpacks the mystery of God's purpose—revealed through Christ and displayed through the church. Discover how to find meaning in trials, live rooted in love, and walk confidently in the purpose God has designed for you. Scripture: Ephesians 3:1–21 Key Themes: God's purpose is eternal and far greater than our own plans The church displays God's wisdom and grace to the world Suffering has purpose—it strengthens and shapes us Before God works through you, He works in you Connect: Open Door Church | Edenton, NC Website: visitopendoor.com

BEFORE GOD, YOU ARE INVALUABLE - MotivatedByFaith Monday by GospelBells

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get behind our through the Bible project. Read more here Project23. Our text today is Judges 6:25–32. That night the LORD said to him, “Take your father's bull, and the second bull seven years old, and pull down the altar of Baal that your father has, and cut down the Asherah that is beside it and build an altar to the LORD your God on the top of the stronghold here, with stones laid in due order. Then take the second bull and offer it as a burnt offering with the wood of the Asherah that you shall cut down.” So Gideon took ten men of his servants and did as the LORD had told him. But because he was too afraid of his family and the men of the town to do it by day, he did it by night. When the men of the town rose early in the morning, behold, the altar of Baal was broken down, and the Asherah beside it was cut down, and the second bull was offered on the altar that had been built. And they said to one another, “Who has done this thing?” And after they had searched and inquired, they said, “Gideon the son of Joash has done this thing.” Then the men of the town said to Joash, “Bring out your son, that he may die, for he has broken down the altar of Baal and cut down the Asherah beside it.” But Joash said to all who stood against him, “Will you contend for Baal? Or will you save him? Whoever contends for him shall be put to death by morning. If he is a god, let him contend for himself, because his altar has been broken down.” Therefore on that day Gideon was called Jerubbaal, that is to say, “Let Baal contend against him,” because he broke down his altar. — Judges 6:25-32 Fresh from building an altar to the LORD, Gideon's first assignment isn't charging Midian's army — it's tearing down his father's altar to Baal and cutting down the Asherah pole beside it. It's risky. This is personal. This is his family's idol and his community's false god. Gideon obeys — but he does it at night, still afraid of the backlash. By morning, the whole town knows. They demand his death, but Gideon's father unexpectedly defends him: “If Baal is a god, let him contend for himself.” That day, Gideon gets a new name: Jerubbaal — “Let Baal contend against him.” Before God sends you to confront the enemy “out there,” He will ask you to confront the compromise “in here.” For Gideon, the victory over Midian had to start with victory over idolatry in his own home. It's the same for us — the battles that matter most often begin in the places closest to us: The habits no one else sees. The values we've tolerated. The cultural idols we've quietly accepted. This is why worship must be followed by obedience. The altar of peace fuels the courage to pull down the altars that compete with God. And sometimes that means tough, awkward, costly steps before you ever face the “big” enemy. If you skip this step, you might fight in public while losing in private. But if you obey here, you'll be ready for whatever comes next. So what do you need to tear down today? Write it in your journal. Share it in the comments. And tear it down, regardless of what others say. ASK THIS: What “altars” — habits, compromises, or idols — has God been asking you to tear down? How has fear kept you from confronting them? Who in your life might be impacted if you took that stand? Are you willing to start your battle where God says, not where you'd prefer? DO THIS: Write down one personal or family “altar” that needs to go — a practice, influence, or mindset that pulls you away from God. Take one concrete step this week to remove it. PRAY THIS: Lord, give me the courage to start the fight where You tell me, even if it's close to home and costs me something. Let my obedience to You be the loudest message I send to the watching world. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Christ Be Magnified."

Shields of Strength Show Notes For as long as I have hosted the Wedding Chaplain podcast, we have not had an episode dedicated solely to love. As someone who works with couples and gets them ready for their wedding, I probably should have made this our first episode. Today's guest is Kenny Vaughan. Kenny is the Founder of Shields of Strength, a Christian jewelry line that began in 1997 after a long battle with fear and anxiety. Kenny is the Author of The Right Fight, a book on how to live a loving life. So, it might be said that Kenny wrote the book on love. Kenny has been married to Tammie Vaughan for 28 years, and they have three children...Faith, Grace, and Kennedy. Kenny has spent the last twenty years studying the concept of love. For Shields of Strength social media accounts, please find them all linked below: https://instagram.com/instagram_name: Personal IG @johnkennedyvaughan Shields of Strength @shieldsofstrength www.shieldsofstrength.com To get a copy of Kenny's Book, The Right Fight, click here: https://amzn.to/4nYEfPw For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

Before the rules, there was a relationship. Before God gave commands, He gave grace.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get behind our through the Bible project. Read more here Project23. Our text today is Judges 6:7–10. When the people of Israel cried out to the LORD on account of the Midianites, the LORD sent a prophet to the people of Israel. And he said to them, “Thus says the LORD, the God of Israel: I led you up from Egypt and brought you out of the house of slavery. And I delivered you from the hand of the Egyptians and from the hand of all who oppressed you, and drove them out before you and gave you their land. And I said to you, ‘I am the LORD your God; you shall not fear the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell.' But you have not obeyed my voice.” — Judges 6:7-10 Israel is desperate. Seven years of Midian's oppression has broken them, and they cry out to God for help. But instead of sending an army or a leader, God sends a prophet with a hard word. Before God deals with the enemy outside, he exposes the enemy within. He reminds them of his past faithfulness and their present disobedience. The message is raw, but it's true: because Israel's bigger problem isn't Midian — it's their unfaithfulness. No follower likes this part — the confrontation of God about who we are. We'd rather God just fix the crisis, remove the stress, and make life comfortable again. But God loves us too much to patch up the problems. Like Israel, our circumstances are often symptoms of the problem, not the real problem. The deeper problem is the drift of our hearts — the quiet compromises, misplaced loyalties, and neglected obedience that weaken us from within. And God knows that if he delivers us without dealing with those things, we'll just end up back in the same problematic pit. This is why he sometimes sends a word before providing a way out. It feels like a delay, but it's actually mercy. His goal isn't temporary relief — it's lasting change. That means the painful work of letting him search, confront, and reshape us is not punishment. It's preparation. And if we skip that work, we risk skipping the real victory he wants to give. So ask yourself the hard question: “What in me needs to change before my situation changes?” ASK THIS: Have you been asking God to fix your situation without letting Him change your heart? What hard truth might God be speaking to you right now? How could this season be preparation, not just punishment? Are you willing to let God do the deeper work before He brings the outward relief? DO THIS: Ask God in prayer: “What in me needs to change before my situation changes?” Write down whatever He brings to mind, and commit to addressing it today. PRAY THIS: Lord, don't just change what's around me — change what's in me. Even if it's painful, do the deep work that will make the victory last. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Give Us Clean Hands."

Before God brings you into the spotlight, He takes you through the process of preparation. Visibility without preparation can lead to downfall, but when we allow God to shape our character, strengthen our faith, and refine our hearts in hidden seasons, we are equipped to handle influence with humility and grace.In this sermon, Our Asst. Pastor, Deacon Adesola uncovers:- Why preparation is essential before promotion- How God uses hidden seasons to build endurance- Biblical examples of preparation before visibility- Practical steps to remain faithful while waiting for your appointed time✨ Don't rush visibility—embrace preparation. Your private victories are the foundation for your public testimony.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, we sit down with Vernon Burger, founder of His Voice Global, a ministry dedicated to raising up leaders among the vulnerable and transforming lives through a sustainable, whole-person approach. Before God called him to lead this movement, Vernon's life had no direction, and he wasn't following Jesus. But everything changed when one man chose to invest in him—and now Vernon shares how the power of discipleship, honesty with God, and the truth of Emmanuel – God with us can radically transform lives. In this episode, you'll hear about: The journey from lost to leading with purpose Why vulnerability and honesty with God bring true freedom How His Voice Global is making an eternal impact in Africa The importance of raising leaders who carry the mission forward If you've ever wondered about your impact or what it means to live as a child of God, this conversation is for you. Learn more about His Voice Global: hisvoiceglobal.com Connect with us: bill@knownlegacy.org       Chapters (00:00:00) - Known Legacy Podcast(00:01:24) - Peer of Mine(00:06:13) - Who Influenced You in Your Life?(00:07:59) - Jeff Phillips(00:14:25) - Paul on The Persecuted Church(00:19:18) - His Voice Global: Walking Alongside the Vulnerable(00:27:39) - Reclaiming the Sound of Lament(00:31:07) - David Tennant on Lamentation(00:35:00) - Fast Five for Dad(00:36:17) - Favorite Book of All Time(00:37:42) - What is a goal you have for this year? Be present in

Before God does something amazing tomorrow, He calls you to prepare your heart today.

“Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.” (Exodus 20:12 NLT) The first four commandments have to do with our relationship with God. The final six deal with our relationships with people. In the commandments that follow this one, we find “You must not murder.” “You must not commit adultery.” “You must not steal.” “You must not testify falsely against your neighbor.” “You must not covet.” Before God deals with other human relationships, however, He begins with the family. “Honor your father and your mother.” The family is very important to God. Few things can bring us as much pleasure in life as our families. And few things can bring us as much pain in life as our families. Kids have problems with parents. Parents have problems with kids. Kids have problems with one another. Parents have problems with one another. Often at the same time. But we must never lose sight of the family’s importance. God created the family dynamic. Our very existence as a society is contingent on the success of the family. As I’ve said before, a family can survive without the nation, but a nation cannot survive without the family. Maybe that’s why Satan hates it so much and does everything he can to undermine it. Tragically, in today’s twisted times, mothers and fathers often are not even around to honor. Especially fathers. A man and a woman faithfully raising their children together is becoming less and less the norm. I remember that I moved around a lot when I was a kid. I came from a divorced home, and it caused a little bit of scandal each time we relocated. “He’s from a broken home,” people would whisper. It was a bit of a rarity in those days. Today, coming from a stable home is almost as rare. “What? Your mom and dad are still together? What’s with that?” We tamper with God’s order at our own peril. The fifth commandment isn’t simply a reminder to kids; it’s a call to action for all God’s people to prioritize the cornerstone institution He created. You don’t need to see the latest statistics and studies to tell you the impact of broken homes and dishonored families. You can see it in your neighborhood. You can see it in your church. You can see it in your local schools. Maybe you can see it in your own family, extended or nuclear. The fifth commandment is a reminder to put the best interests of our spouse, our kids, and our parents ahead of our own desires and wants. It’s a reminder to honor our commitments to the people closest to us, especially when things get rocky. It’s a reminder to embrace the responsibilities of parenthood. It’s a reminder to forgive the people whose closeness to us makes it easier for them to hurt us. It’s a reminder to swallow our pride and take the necessary steps of reconciliation. When we honor our father and mother, we honor the family. And when we honor the family, we honor God. Reflection question: How can you honor your father and mother? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Tim Hamilton Question Timestamps: George, NJ (2:49) - What is the "fire" that John the Baptist says Jesus will baptize with? Allan, email (5:38) - Is Gehinnom taught by Christians? John, NJ (6:49) - Does Matthew 10:22-23 relate to the Tribulation? Joseph, NY (12:19) - What is the difference between Christianity and Catholicism? Stacy, GA (19:56) - Why did Jesus have to be baptized, since he had no sin? Chris, email (21:45) - Before God chose Abraham, how was anyone saved? Hugo, NJ (24:20) - What do you think about infant baptism? Should baptism be by choice? Email (27:01) - Why was creation done in six days if "a day is like a thousand years" to God? Rebecca, TN (34:38) - What are your thoughts on having a loved one's ashes in jewelry to feel closer to them? Jack, NJ (37:53) - How old is the Earth according to the Bible? Carlo, NJ (41:53) - Where does the United States fit into Biblical prophecy? Ally, NY (46:28) - Does mental illness mean that someone has been possessed by a demon? Frank, NJ (50:50) - Is there a Messianic aspect to the baptism of Jesus? Email (53:50) - Did Adam and Eve only sin the one time? Were they perfect after the fall? Did Adam blaming Eve count as a sin? Ask Your Question: 888-712-7434 Answers@bbtlive.org

On this episode of Rightly Dividing, we begin our look at the epistle of the apostle Paul to the Romans, and settle in to learn some hardcore, strong meat Bible doctrine. A study in Romans will show us the New Testament doctrines of salvation, redemption, sanctification, justification, predestination, adoption, regeneration, and glorification. Remember the Ethiopian eunuch from our study in the Book of Acts? He got saved with salvation by grace through faith by reading in the book of Isaiah. Another salient point to keep in mind that Paul is the apostle to the Romans, and not Peter as the Roman Catholic church falsely claims he is. There is no biblical record that Peter was ever in Rome.TONIGHT'S STUDY: Romans 8 is a treasure trove of scripture for topics like our victory in Jesus Christ, deliverance from the bondage of sin and regret, and the biblical doctrines of predestination and eternal security. Before God set the wheels in motion, He firmly set up exactly what anyone who got into His only begotten Son could expect to receive, He predestinated the plan of salvation, it's application and ultimate outcome. The only thing that remained to be decided was who would be the ones to receive it.

I Kings 17:1 Now Elijah the Tishbite, from Tishbe in Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, whom I serve, there will be neither dew nor rain in the next few years except at my word.”Before God can do something big THROUGH YOU, he often times needs to work ON YOU.God will often humble you PRIVATELY before using you PUBLICLY.Usually this happens during a painful season of WAITING.I Kings 17:2-3 Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah: “Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the Jordan.”KERITH: Hebrew—“Cut off” or “Cut down”“It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until he has hurt him deeply.”—A.W. TozerDuring your WAITING, God wants to develop your DEPENDENCE on Him.I Kings 17:4-6 “You will drink from the brook, and I have directed the ravens to supply you with food there.” So he did what the Lord had told him. He went to the Kerith Ravine, east of the Jordan, and stayed there. The ravens brought him bread and meat in the morning and bread and meat in the evening, and he drank from the brook.If DEPENDENCE is the goal, WEAKNESS is an advantage. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Each time he (GOD) said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Finally, God will call you to radical OBEDIENCE.I Kings 17:7-9 Some time later the brook dried up because there had been no rain in the land. Then the word of the Lord came to him: “Go at once to Zarephath in the region of Sidon and stay there. I have directed a widow there to supply you with food.”I Kings 17:9 “Go at once to Zarephath in the region of Sidon and stay there. I have directed a widow there to supply you with food.”I Kings 17:10 So he went to Zarephath.What has God been preparing you for that you need to STAND UP, MOVE and be RADICALLY OBEDIENT to?Successful people do CONSISTENTLY what average people do OCCASIONALLY. 

Before God can put more on us and in us, He needs to test us, to make sure we have an integrity of heart. In this power-packed message, Ps. Colin teaches us to be unshakeable.

Before God can put more on us and in us, He needs to test us, to make sure we have an integrity of heart. In this power-packed message, Ps. Colin teaches us to be unshakeable.

Forgive From the Heart - Matthew 18:21-35When the child of God Looks into the word of GodAnd sees the Son of God,They are transformed by the Spirit of GodInto the image of God For the glory of God!-Warren WiersbeReceiving and giving forgiveness does for Christians what oil does for a car, it lubricates our relationships, reduces friction, prevents overheating by cooling us off, prevents harmful deposits from building up in us.Matthew 18:21-35Forgiveness goes beyond relational ‘score keeping' - V. 21-22Peter had already learned that Rabbi Jesus was more loving than other rabbis. Peter probably thought he was being generous by suggesting the new number of 7 times!In saying forgive seventy-seven times, Jesus wants His followers to go beyond keeping track of offenses to cultivating a spirit of forgiveness based on the forgiveness they have received from God.Believers have been forgiven an incalculable sin debt - V. 23-27“On the Day I settle accounts, I will hold them accountable for their sin.” - Exodus 32:34Just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment. - Hebrew 9:27A denarius (v. 28) was a coin worth a day's pay; 100 denarii would be worth about 3 months pay; A talent was a huge sum of money, worth about 6,000 denarii; 10,000 talents would be worth about 60,000,000 denarii.“The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.” - Tim KellerThose who have been forgiven so much go on to forgive others - V. 28-35Jesus' point is crystal clear: He expects those who have become Christians by receiving His forgiveness to forgive others from their heart.Practical Pastoral advice to those struggling to forgive others:Remember that there are two realms of forgiveness, the vertical (before God), and the Horizontal (before men). Before God forgiveness must always happen, readying us to act before men when asked (Luke 17:3-4).Forgiveness doesn't mean you condone what they did.Forgiveness doesn't mean there are no consequences for their actions.Forgiveness doesn't always mean you will have ongoing relationship.Motivations for the Christian to forgive:Christians extend forgiveness because of how much God has forgiven us.Christians forgive as an act of obedience for the glory of God.Christians forgive to keep themselves from the effects of unforgiveness.

Before God works through you, He first wants to work in you. Your dreams are seeds, but the condition of your heart is the soil. Are you distracted? Discouraged? Or are you teachable to grow? We'll talk about what it means to clear out the weeds, deepen your roots, and let God prepare you for the harvest He's already planned. If you've ever wondered why your calling feels delayed or your dreams feel distant, this conversation will remind you that the work He's doing in you now is the very thing that will make what's coming possible.Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/hopemoquin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsoredBook a call - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/hopemoquin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/hopemoquin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIKTOK - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@hopemoquin

August 10, 2025  Before God made everything, was he lonely? Absolutely not! That's the mind-bending truth of the Trinity! And God made us for community, with him and one another. Listen in as Pastor Jared Johnson encourages us to discover the power of belonging together! In this message you will be challenged and encouraged to: 1. Come out of hiding and embrace the power that comes from being known in authentic community. 2. Seek out others who need community. About this Sermon Series: Being part of a family gives you a sense of belonging. And getting to know a family shows you their unique ways of doing things. Being part of God's family is similar. There are rhythms of how we move through our week and lives. Join us in this series as we give you a three-part strategy of how to get the most out of being part of God's family!

“Can these dry bones live?” Before God revives a church, a city, or a nation, He starts with one soul ready to burn. This isn't just a sermon; it's a spark. Pastor Eric shares a powerful message about revival and what it takes to see it in your life.Scriptures referenced in this message:· Ezekiel 37:1-10· Psalm 85:6· Psalm 42:1 · Matthew 5:6· Acts 3:19 · 2 Chronicles 7:14,15· 1 Thessalonians 5:19· Acts 4:13 · Acts 16:19· Matthew 8:34· Jeremiah 33:3Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship

In the kickoff message of our new series Soil of the Supernatural, we dig into what it means to prepare our hearts for a life marked by the power and presence of God. Rooted in Galatians 2:20, this message challenges us to surrender our old ways of living so that Christ can fully live through us.Just like a farmer must till the soil before a harvest, God invites us to break up the hard places in our hearts, remove what hinders growth, and create space for His Spirit to move. Preparing the Ground is about dying to self so we can fully come alive in Him.

Before God will send the water of baptism, atonement must be made for sin...

We're launching a brand new sermon series called Revival Ready! In this opening message, Pastor Chris unpacks what it truly means to prepare for a move of God. Revival starts with a posture of humility, repentance, and surrender. Before God brings renewal, He calls us to return to Him.

Before God was involved, a whale was a scary sea creature, after God, it became Jonah's submarine, Before God was involved a lion was a scary animal, after God got involved, the lion was Daniel's roommate! Listen as Pastor Andrew reminds us that God always changes our perspective! Psalm 25:4-5 4 Show me Your ways, O Lord; Teach me Your paths. 5 Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation; On You I wait all the day.

Before God can build something through you, He must do something in you. In this convicting message, Pastor Corey Erman teaches from Haggai 1 on the call to Consider Your Ways a challenge to align your priorities, put God first, and make room for His glory in every area of your life.To support this ministry and help us reach the nations with revival visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RiverWPB.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or text GIVE and any amount to (855) 968-3708.

Pastor Kevin unpacks Elijah's story to show how faith overcomes fear. Discover why God's past moves build today's courage and how listening to His voice can shift your focus from fear to faith. It's time to step out of the cave and into God's purpose.Scriptures Referenced1 Kings 18:39-45, 19:3-18; Psalm 46:1-7; 2 Timothy 1:7; Galatians 5:1; James 2:26; Revelation 12:11Key InsightsSometimes God will move immediately; other times, there is a waiting period.The move of God yesterday lays the foundation for faith-action today.The most powerful part of your testimony isn't about you.Fear doesn't need a lot of evidence. It just needs a small voice with the right lie.Before God speaks to your fear, He will minister to your need.God wants us to respond to His voice, not the chaos all around us.Prayer TargetsPlease join us in prayer for:A hunger for the Word.Tears for the lost.Testimonies to share.Get sermons delivered automatically: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pocket Casts | YouTube | Your Favorite Podcast AppWe would love it if you would consider joining us in person for one of our Sunday gatherings.Gathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 11:00 AMThursdays, 6:00 PMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421 Additional ResourcesConnect online: Download our appVisit our website at SpringhouseSmryna.com.Subscribe on YouTubeGiving: Online tithes and offeringsJoin us online: LivestreamLearn what we believe.Find out what ministries we support.Discover Springhouse Theatre CompanyCCLI License 2070006

Before God ever gave the world a prophet, a king, or a pastor—He gave the world a father. Before there were positions, platforms, or pulpits —there was a garden…and in that garden, God planted a man. Not as a ruler to dominate, but as a reflection of Himself— A cultivator, a protector, a name-giver…Fatherhood is sacred. Not just functional. Not just biological. Not optional. It's part of the Very Good design of God.

This Episode is a recording of a message delivered at First Baptist Church of Massillon on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. Notes No guest today. In addition to my work at WeddingChaplain.com, I am also a local church pastor. In May 2025, our church went through a series called "No Ordinary Family." For the first part of the series, I discussed my passion for wedding ministry and my book, Before God and These Witnesses: How to Start a Marriage Ministry to Save Your Church, Reach Your Community, and Change the Culture While You're at It. I share some of my favorite stories from my wedding ministry over the past twenty-five years: the good, the bad, and the crazy. I also call for our church and others to re-engage the wedding world. Churches should be the central place couples turn to when they get engaged. The church should own the wedding industry, not watch from the sidelines.  The link on Amazon to purchase a copy of the book is here:  https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270 To visit the First Baptist Church of Massillon Website: FBCMassillon.org For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

In this message, Pastor Marco explores the story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice his son Isaac. Before God would use Abraham to father many nations, He first tested what was in Abraham's heart. God was more concerned with who Abraham was becoming than with what he was called to do. Like Abraham, we shouldn't just ask God, “What should I do?”—but instead, “Who am I becoming?”

Generation Tux Show Notes Today's guest is Jessica Garrabrant.  She is a Showroom Manager for Generation Tux in Columbus, Ohio.  Generation Tux is the leading online rental company for Tuxedos and Suits. Jessica will discuss her role in the company and how the tuxedo rental process has evolved over the years. She will share how Generation Tux strives to make the process easy. We will discuss renting versus buying, suits versus tuxedos, styles, and the best choices for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. And as a bonus, Jessica will tell us about their new Dog Tuxedo line in partnership with the ASPCA. Generation Tux website: https://www.generationtux.com For Generation Tux social media accounts, please find them all linked below: ·        Instagram  ·        Facebook ·        Pinterest ·        Twitter ·        TikTok ·        Youtube To visit Jessica's store in Columbus, Ohio, click here: https://generationtux.com/showrooms/columbus Generation Tux is offering listeners of the Wedding Chaplain Podcast a special 20% discount. Email David at david@weddingchaplain.com to get the promo code. For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

“I know the plans I have for you…to give you a future with hope.” That's a popular Bible passage, giving hope to people who are in a hard times, but it's only half of the story. Before God gives this promise, God says to settle down and make homes and families there – in this case, in a foreign country as refugees. Our faithful actions now – even if they seem small and insignificant – are part of ushering in God's promise of a future with hope. This message is presented by Pastor Sarah.The Scripture lesson comes from Jeremiah Chapter 29, and our Gospel is from John, Chapter 21.  

Before God's Gone May 11, 2025 Psalm 61 Exodus 13:21-22 Exodus 33:7-11 Numbers 9:15-23 1 Kings 6:1, 11-13 1 Kings 8:10-11 Mark 15:37-38 John 1:14 Acts 1:2-8 Key PointsFrom the very beginning, [...]

Before God does something through you, often times he will do something in you. Before Peter and John saw the lame man healed in Acts 3, Acts 2 happened. They sought the Holy Spirit in the Upper Room, and the Spirit showed up, filled them up and sent them out. Listen as Pastor Joel walks through the story in Acts 3 to unpack 6 challenges in following a Holy Spirit prompt.

Before God made you, he imagined all you could become. He had a clear imagine of you at your fullest potential, then he went about forming you individually, equipping you with every strength, gift, talent, attribute, trait, and passion to one day become all he imagined. Genesis 1:27 “So God created human beings in his […]