Podcasts about beholding god

Outline  Holy Spirit as the Foundation of Spiritual Rebirth Jesus's words in John 3:5-6 establish that being born of the Spirit is a prerequisite for entering the kingdom of God. Distinction is drawn between the flesh and the Spirit, emphasizing that life in Christ is defined by the capital-S Spirit of God, singular in nature and character. This rebirth concept positions the Holy Spirit not as one among many spirits, but as the specific and exclusive Spirit of God, forming the foundation of Christian life. The Baptism of the Holy Spirit and Its Meaning Acts 1:3-8 is presented to illustrate Jesus's promise that his followers would be baptized with the Holy Spirit and receive power. The word "baptized" is defined as meaning to immerse or to make fully wet, painting a picture of total immersion in the Spirit of God. This immersive relationship with the Holy Spirit is described as something that is simultaneously upon believers, close to them, and dwelling within them. Understanding God as immersive rather than distant reframes the believer's relational perspective toward one of proximity and presence. The Human Need to Be Filled and Covered by the Holy Spirit A vacuum or emptiness experienced before receiving the Holy Spirit is identified as a universal human need. Biblical images such as Joseph's coat of many colors and the prodigal son receiving a robe and ring are used to illustrate the human need to be covered and filled by God. Feeling perpetually vulnerable or unsafe is addressed by encouraging believers to seek baptism in the Holy Spirit and find refuge in God as a strong tower. God's presence is described as constant and unchanging, with the only variable being the believer's conscious awareness of that presence. Corporate worship is presented as a deliberate practice of fixing one's eyes on God and becoming consciously aware of His already-present Spirit. The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit and Its Transformative Power Romans 8:9-11 is cited to establish that the Spirit of God dwells within believers, carrying significant implications for their identity and transformation. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is described as living inside those who have received the Holy Spirit, making spiritual transformation possible. Areas of depression, anxiety, and emotional deadness are identified as places where the Holy Spirit actively ministers, bringing freedom and deliverance. Sanctification is framed as an ongoing work of the Holy Spirit, with the believer's role being to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus as the author and perfecter of faith. Fruits of the Spirit are described as arising from residing in and beholding God, rather than from personal effort alone. The Body as a Temple of the Holy Spirit First Corinthians 6:15-20 is referenced to establish that the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, bought with a price and belonging to God. Sexual immorality is specifically addressed as a sin against one's own body and an incompatible presence within a temple that hosts the Holy Spirit. Hosting the Holy Spirit is likened to inviting Jesus into the temple, who then overturns tables of idolatry, impurity, and transactional relationship. Holiness is described as an active process, with the Holy Spirit creating purity within the believer as a natural consequence of His indwelling. A choice is presented between allowing the Lord to drive out compromise or allowing compromise to drive out the Lord, with the two being unable to coexist. Grieving the Holy Spirit and Maintaining Sensitivity Ephesians 4:30 is cited to explain that sinful actions grieve the Holy Spirit, who has sealed believers for the day of redemption. Acting according to human nature while the Holy Spirit dwells within creates a relational rupture, described as making one's great roommate sad. Denial of the Holy Spirit's conviction is warned against as a dangerous path that leads to spiritual callousness and diminished sensitivity. Maintaining high sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is presented as essential for continued repentance and growth in holiness. Leaning not on one's own understanding but acknowledging God in all ways is encouraged as the posture for walking in step with the Spirit. The Holy Spirit as Teacher and Guide John 14:26 is presented to describe the Holy Spirit as a helper and teacher who brings to remembrance all that Jesus has said. Believers are encouraged to bring their questions and uncertainties to the Holy Spirit first, before seeking answers from other people. Building a habit of inquiring of the Holy Spirit and searching Scripture is described as developing personal faith rather than codependent faith. First Corinthians 2:9-14 is cited to explain that the Spirit of God searches the deep things of God and imparts spiritual truths that the natural person cannot understand. Receiving the Spirit of God is described as enabling believers to understand the things freely given by God, interpreted spiritually rather than through human wisdom. The Holy Spirit Leading Believers Through Trials The Holy Spirit is described as actively leading believers into difficult situations and trials as part of their journey toward the promised land. Israel's path through Egypt, the desert, and the giants of the promised land is used as a parallel for the trials the Holy Spirit guides believers through. Trials are reframed as purposeful, with the Holy Spirit using them to generate inner transformation and deepen the believer's experience of God's peace. Peace that surpasses understanding is described as a currency not dependent on external circumstances but on the God who lives within. Fixing one's eyes on Jesus during storms is presented as the primary response to fear and anxiety, with the act of beholding Him producing transformation. Beholding God and the Practice of His Presence Second Corinthians 3:16-18 is cited to show that beholding the glory of the Lord transforms believers into the same image, from one degree of glory to another. Worship is described as a conscious and present effort to shift attention and focus onto God, contending until one locks eyes with Jesus. A practical method of practicing God's presence is described as pausing during Bible reading whenever the Spirit is discerned, closing one's eyes, and meditating on the encounter. Being still and knowing God is presented as a discipline of focusing on what already is, rather than creating God's presence. Taking every thought captive is encouraged as the means of returning to focus when the mind wanders during times of seeking God's presence. Prayer for the Infilling and Baptism of the Holy Spirit A corporate prayer is offered for every person present to be filled and baptized with the Holy Spirit, with an invitation to place a hand on the heart as an act of reception. Specific prayers are made for those with father wounds, asking the Holy Spirit to fill them with a spirit of adoption and cast out the spirit of slavery and fear. Individuals struggling with anxiety disorders are prayed over, with the perfect love of God declared as the force that casts out fear and visits places of abandonment, rejection, and trauma. Marriages are specifically prayed over, asking the Holy Spirit to baptize husbands and wives, soften hard hearts, and minister to contempt, disappointment, and woundedness. Freedom is described not merely as the casting out of negative things but as being filled with the Holy Spirit, with Jesus's warning about empty spaces being refilled sevenfold used to underscore the importance of infilling.  

"Your face, O LORD, do I seek." What does it look like to behold God's face? How do we seek his face even when we can't tangibly feel his presence with us? Exploring Psalm 27 and the Transfiguration in Matthew 17, Chandler McCosh encourages us to consider how God's light, God's face, and God's promise affect the way we approach these questions. Even when we walk in the desert, will we trust that God's face is towards us in Christ?

In this episode of the Radical Radiance podcast, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith discusses her new book, Being Fully Known, emphasizing the importance of transitioning from a mindset of doing to being. She explores themes of fear, identity, and creativity, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique fit in the world. The discussion also highlights the significance of rest, fasting, and the joy found in an abiding relationship with Jesus.Being Fully Known on AmazonYou're Not Too Late on AmazonTakeawaysThe first step is recognizing you're done with striving.Inner stillness is essential for true peace.Getting real about your wants leads to freedom.Fear often manifests as a need for control.Creatives should embrace their unique expression.Comfortable roles can become limiting.Fasting is about choosing to feed your spirit.Beholding God reflects back our true selves.Letting go can feel like a loss but is necessary for growth.Chapters00:00 The Journey from Doing to Being03:44 Confronting Fear in Daily Life06:41 Finding Your Unique Fit in Creativity09:25 Embracing Identity Beyond Roles12:13 The Power of Fasting and Spiritual Growth15:04 The Connection Between Rest and Joy17:31 Experiencing God's Glory and RadianceSponsors:Live Oak Integrative Health:Visit liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance — and as a Radical Radiance listener, you'll receive a discounted rate on service packages.Christian Standard Bible:Pre-order your She Reads Truth spiral bound volumes now and start reading with clarity, space to journal, and joy!

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Luke 2:22-35; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the fifth sermon in our Advent Series, "Beholding God's Face."

Luke 2:8-20; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the fourth sermon in our Advent 2025 series, "Beholding God's Face."

Isaiah 6:1-8; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the third sermon in our Advent 2025 series, "Beholding God's Face."

Exodus 34:1-10, 29-35; Matt Clegg, Associate Pastor at RMC; the second sermon in our Advent 2025 series, "Beholding God's Face."

Genesis 1:26-31, 2:5-7, 3:8-11; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the first sermon in our Advent Series, "Beholding God's Face."

Continuing our Makers & Menders series, Mark shares about Beholding God from Revelation 21.

This episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged is part of our Stories from America series, featuring believers making a real impact in culture. In this episode, Bunni Pounds sits down with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith—physician, speaker, and bestselling author of Sacred Rest and her new book Becoming Fully Known: The Joyful Satisfaction of Beholding, Becoming, and Belonging. Dr. Dalton-Smith shares how science and Scripture beautifully intersect to reveal God's design for rest, identity, and wholeness. From the seven types of rest to the freedom of belonging in Christ, this conversation will inspire you to live authentically, embrace God's presence, and lead from a place of renewal rather than exhaustion.

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In this message, Bishop Walker teaches according to Psalm 33:18-19. Visit our website https://www.aplaceofrefugechurch.org Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aplaceofrefugechurch  Also enjoy these powerful podcasts: The Way 2 Go Podcast - https://goo.gl/xmctVQ Making People Productive Podcast - https://goo.gl/R53KGa The L.I.F.E. Podcast - https://tinyurl.com/4t2vapjb

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at motivating you to apply God's word while strengthening your heart and nurturing your soul. Today's Bible reading is Job 42. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. Browse other resources from Mary Willson Hannah. ESV Bible narration read by Kristyn Getty. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

Wondering why belief feels hard in tough times? Learn how renewing your mind with God's truth unlocks the power to live a fully transformed life.

We are to walk THROUGH dark valleys with the Lord - but what happens when bitterness leads us to walk IN the dark?? Join us as we dive into the second part of the STORY OF JOSEPH.This series is all about BEHOLDING God's Favor.

The favor of the Lord is with us. Join us as we begin the story of Joseph in Genesis…The story of Joseph is one of long-turn endurance and obedience. Though many did not, Joseph chose to live a life that BEHELD God's voice, His breath, His favor, no matter what.

Fr. Roger J. Landry Napa Institute Chapel, Omni Hotel, Indianapolis Saturday of the 15th Week in Ordinary Time, Year II Votive Mass of the Holy Eucharist July 20, 2024 Mic 2:1-5, Ps 10, Mt 12:14-21   To listen to an audio recording of today’s homily, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/7.20.24_Homily_1.mp3   The readings for today's Mass […] The post Beholding God the Father’s Chosen and Beloved Son, 15th Saturday (II), July 20, 2024 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Psalm 17:1-15 Hear a just cause, O Lord; attend to my cry! Give ear to my prayer from lips free of deceit! 2 From Your presence let my vindication come! Let Your eyes behold the right! 3 You have tried my heart, You have visited me by night, You have tested me, and You will find nothing; I have purposed that my mouth will not transgress. 4 With regard to the works of man, by the word of Your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent. 5 My steps have held fast to Your paths; my feet have not slipped. 6 I call upon You, for You will answer me, O God; incline Your ear to me; hear my words. 7Wondrously show Your steadfast love, O Savior of those who seek refuge from their adversaries at Your right hand. 8Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings, 9 from the wicked who do me violence, my deadly enemies who surround me. 10 They close their hearts to pity; with their mouths they speak arrogantly. 11 They have now surrounded our steps; they set their eyes to cast us to the ground. 12 He is like a lion eager to tear, as a young lion lurking in ambush. 13 Arise, O Lord! Confront him, subdue him! Deliver my soul from the wicked by Your sword, 14 from men by Your hand, O Lord, from men of the world whose portion is in this life. You fill their womb with treasure; they are satisfied with children, and they leave their abundance to their infants. 15 As for me, I shall behold Your face in righteousness; when I awake, I shall be satisfied with Your likeness.   Key Words: Just, Steadfast Love, Keep, Wicked, Violence, Arise, Portion, Righteousness, Satisfied Keystone Verse:As for me, I shall behold Your face in righteousness; when I awake, I shall be satisfied with Your likeness. (Psalm 17:15)

Kindness has fallen on hard times. Almost daily, we witness or experience cynicism, impatience, or incivility. And it begins to wear on a soul. Pastor Nate Pickowicz shares from his book "The Kindness of God: Beholding His Goodness in a Cruel World." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Kindness has fallen on hard times. Almost daily, we witness or experience cynicism, impatience, or incivility. And it begins to wear on a soul. Pastor Nate Pickowicz shares from his book "The Kindness of God: Beholding His Goodness in a Cruel World." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Guest speaker Rich Villodas kicks off Session 1 during Focus Retreat 2024 with a message about "Beholding God."

What deepens our assurance that God will be merciful to us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Exodus 33:12–19 to show that God himself is the answer.

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This week we end our special episodes publishing the interviews from Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically. We chose to end these with Paul Washer. In the concluding part of his interview, Paul points out the necessity of making the realities of God more than mere head knowledge. The truths of God and the Christian life must be applied. It is dangerous to have the head knowledge of Jonathan Edwards without also having his heart. We pray these special episodes have been a blessing to you. If you want to see the study they came from, you can view that at the link below. If you have already gone through the study, we pray and hope these interviews have reminded you of the truths you wrestled with during those 12 weeks. See the full study here: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/collections/behold-your-god-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

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Continuing with our final series of interviews from Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically, we present to you the final installment of our interview with Richard Owen Roberts. Roberts has dedicated his life to studying, teaching, and writing about the reality of revival. He is a well-known itinerant preacher and he was very instrumental in the spiritual development of Dr. John Snyder. We pray this interview warms your heart to the joys of Christ and encourages you to pursue holiness with clean and intentional hands. See the full study here: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/collections/behold-your-god-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

We will be spending the next three weeks publishing the rest of our complete interviews conducted for Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically. We pray you have benefited from these interviews as much as we have. It has been an indescribable joy to go back through this old material with the knowledge of how the Lord has been pleased to use it over the last decade. This week we are releasing the interview with Jordan Thomas. Jordan is a pastor in Memphis, Tenessee, and was discipled by Clyde Cranford, the same man who discipled John Snyder. As you watch or listen to this week's episode, let us ask that you pray for Jordan and the Media Gratiae team as we put the finishing touches on his study on treasuring Christ. See the full study here: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/collections/behold-your-god-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

On this episode I share some of the attributes of God we see in the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1 and how beholding God's attributes in His Word should lead us to be more like Him. Follow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.grit.and.grace.podcast Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheGritandGracePodcast?si=Nsx0EHPO8ffTUThY Get Salty Britches (20%off coupon code AD20) www.getsaltybritches.com

What do we do when our suffering makes us feel angry at God? How do we continue to hold on to our relationship with the Lord when we are struggling with difficulties and trials in our lives? For author, musician and spiritual director, Strahan Coleman, his battle with chronic illness left him depleted physically, emotionally, spiritually and financially. And while it felt as though so much was being stripped away in his life, he also began to experience an expansion when it came to his relationship with God. It didn't come easy though, but only through the painstaking honesty and lament in his cries to the Lord for help and healing. Through it, Strahan learned the power of being with God rather than simply working for Him. It was that journey that led him to write, Beholding: Deepening our Experience in God, in which Strahan encourages believers to see prayer as a beautiful invitation of not just seeking, but becoming. In this deep conversation, Eric sits with Strahan to discuss the role of prayer in our suffering as well as our daily lives, what to do with anger towards God, and what it looks like to behold God in our suffering. If suffering has ever left you wondering if God even cares, this episode will remind you that the Lord wants you to come to Him with all of your pain and emotions and to learn to simply behold Him in the process.   Website: www.commonerscommunion.com Instagram: www.instragram.com/commoners_communion Book: Beholding: Deepening Our Experience in God https://a.co/d/59iiNiw Have a friend who is walking through something difficult? Invite them to our next 5 Steps to Taking Back Your Story zoom call with Davey Blackburn. Send them this link to sign up: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Want to learn more about Pain to Purpose? Learn more: www.course.nothingiswasted.com Has a recent loss, trauma or tragedy upended your world? Let us guide you through those early days: nothingiswasted.com/everythingchanges

Becoming God's people begins with Beholding God's presence. Ultimately, we become what we behold.  Austin Johnson Exodus 16 & 17

This sermon was recorded on August 13, 2023. If you want to learn more about the Mid Tree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE. 

Of all the men who contributed to Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically, Mr. Richard Owen Roberts was the one who had the most influence. This was not because he was directly involved with the writing, or production of the study. It was because of his influence on Dr. John Snyder early in his life and ministry. Mr. Roberts has been a close friend and mentor of John Snyder for decades and that is why John desired to have Mr. Roberts contribute to the study. We pray you will also be blessed by this third installment of his interview. There is one more segment of his interview left. We will release it before the end of the year. See the full study here: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/collections/behold-your-god-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

It has been 10 years since we released our first study, Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically. During the production of the study, each man was chosen by Dr. John Snyder to contribute to interview sections that conclude each video session. Of all the men chosen, Conrad Mbewe was the only one Dr. Snyder had not met previously. But we are glad Conrad was included in the study. His unique perspective and insight has proven invaluable over the years. We pray seeing his full answers to the questions we posed to him will be beneficial to you. See the full study here: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/collections/behold-your-god-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

10 years ago we released our first large study, Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically. In that study, we interviewed men such as Paul Washer, Conrad Mbewe, Andrew Davies, and more. With any project of this size, a great deal of interview material is left out due to time constraints. We wanted to take a few podcast episodes and let you see their complete answers to our questions. This week we are showing part 2 of Paul Washer's interview. In it, we ask him about personal holiness, idolatry in churches, and more. We pray it is a blessing to you. Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

This sermon was recorded on July 9, 2023. If you want to learn more about the Mid Tree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE. 

Your glory...knowing that you can lose everything BUT JESUS and not lose anything. This sermon was recorded on July 2, 2023. If you want to learn more about the Mid Tree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE. 

At this time 10 years ago we had just released our flagship study, Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically. To celebrate a decade of the Lord's blessing on this study, we are releasing the complete interviews from the project. Some men sat down with us for slightly over 30 minutes. Richard Owen Roberts gave us nearly two hours of his time. Because we have such a wealth of answers from him, we are presenting to you part two of our interview with him. During this segment, we ask him questions regarding the use of Scripture to gain a clear understanding of Christ and our holiness, and how we can pursue holiness in our day. To see previous installments of 10 Years of Rethinking God Biblically: Anthony Mathenia, Pt 1: https://youtu.be/vRtl2F9pWJs Anthony Mathenia, Pt 2: https://youtu.be/kiE_RCBmKiE Effion Evans: https://youtu.be/1xo0MsKkncY Andrew Davies: https://youtu.be/FWygnPMbvcY Richard Owen Roberts, pt 1: https://youtu.be/5a6KJyo_TRo Paul Washer, pt. 1: https://youtu.be/ZPEESWW3cHc Conrad Mbewe, pt. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnrBAXxpvZQ