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SummaryIn this timeless message, Pastor Wayman Mitchell preaches “The Sound of Abundance of Rain,” a powerful sermon about the supernatural blessing of God passed through generations of faith.Pastor Mitchell unpacks the covenant God made with Abraham—a covenant of blessing, fruitfulness, and spiritual dominion. He challenges us to believe for the impossible, speak life into dry bones, and pass on the spiritual deposit we've received through Christ.Whether you're a leader, pastor, or believer seeking fruitfulness, this sermon will stir your faith to believe that the best is yet to come.Chapters0:00 - Welcome to Wayman Wednesday0:50 - Introduction: The Blessing of God3:48 - Elijah's Faith & The Sound of Rain5:20 - Understanding God's Blessing8:26 - Abraham's Covenant & Supernatural Victory10:50 - Joseph's Favor & Prosperity12:00 - Passing the Blessing to Future Generations13:16 - A Spiritual Deposit to Be Transferred15:52 - What This Conference is Really About17:55 - God's Chosen People: Old & New Testament19:00 - Jesus' Promise: You Will Bear Fruit20:06 - Abraham's Faith in the Impossible22:30 - Believers as Heirs of Abraham's Blessing24:16 - Jesus Blesses and Breathes on His Disciples26:00 - Ruth, Boaz & Handfuls on Purpose27:35 - Prophecy of Overflow: Joel & Pentecost28:59 - Can These Dry Bones Live? Speak Life!30:21 - It's Not About Personality—It's About Faith32:00 - The Call to Spiritual Leadership32:35 - Altar Call: Respond to God's Covenant BlessingShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369

Happy Spooky Wednesday, everyone! And welcome to the last episode of 2025! We're ending the year with one of the most haunted forests in the world, the Hoia-Baciu Forest. These woods, located near Cluj-Napoca are known as the "Bermuda Triangle of Romania" due to their bizarrely twisted trees, unexplained disappearances, UFO sightings, and reports of physical ailments, anxiety, and ghostly encounters. Believers claim it is a hotspot for paranormal activity and strange phenomena. Skeptics say the trees grow weird, and people are too obsessed with them. Would you stay overnight here? Be careful, you might not return until years later… if you return at all.

Sermon Summary: “Who Hijacked Christmas?”   Christians Reclaimed Christmas The sermon explains that Christmas was not stolen from Christianity—Christians intentionally reclaimed it. Long before Christ, pagan cultures celebrated the winter solstice with fleshly festivals. Believers stepped into that moment and redirected the season to focus on God sending His Son. Rather than abandoning the season, the church redeemed it for truth. The Birth Matters Because the Resurrection Matters While the resurrection is the greatest event in history, the birth had to happen first. Christmas is celebrated not because of a date on the calendar, but because without the birth there is no cross, no empty tomb, and no salvation. Celebrating Christ's birth honors the beginning of God's redemptive plan. Defending the Virgin Birth A central emphasis of the sermon is the virgin birth. Jesus was not merely born—He was conceived by the Holy Spirit. This supernatural conception is essential to Christianity. If Jesus is not born of a virgin, He is not the Son of God and Christianity becomes just another religion. The church historically elevated Christmas to defend this truth when it came under attack. Jesus Is the Good Shepherd and God's Gift Through John 10 and the illustration of the candy cane, the sermon teaches that Jesus is the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for the sheep. The red represents His blood, the white His purity, and the shepherd's staff His care and protection. Jesus came to give abundant life and eternal life. Celebration Is Biblical Just as Israel celebrated God's miracles (such as Hanukkah), believers are encouraged to celebrate God's greatest miracle—Jesus Christ. Celebration does not equal compromise. Giving gifts reflects God's nature, because God loved and gave first. Materialism is a heart issue, not a Christmas issue. The Unseen Became Seen The sermon highlights that Christmas marks the moment when the unseen God became visible. Jesus stepped into human history, walked in our shoes, suffered, and redeemed humanity. His coming proves God did not abandon a fallen world but entered it to save it. Stand for Christ in Every Season Believers are called to stand boldly for Jesus—not just at Christmas, but in every moment of life. The world is imperfect, but Christians are light in darkness, using every opportunity to point others to Christ rather than withdrawing from culture. The Greatest Gift Still Offered The message concludes by reminding listeners that Jesus is still healing, delivering, restoring, and saving. He is the Anointed One who sets captives free. Christmas ultimately declares that God sent His Son as a ransom, offering forgiveness, healing, and eternal life to all who believe.     This sermon explains that Christians did not lose Christmas—they redeemed it. While many cultures celebrated pagan festivals around the winter solstice, believers intentionally reclaimed the season to celebrate the greatest gift ever given: Jesus Christ. Though Jesus was likely not born in December, the timing does not diminish the meaning. The focus is on why we celebrate, not the calendar date. The message emphasizes that the birth of Jesus is essential, because without the birth there could be no death, resurrection, or salvation. Christmas matters because it defends the virgin birth, which confirms Jesus as the only begotten Son of God, distinct from every other religious leader. If the virgin birth is denied, Christianity collapses into just another religion. Using Scripture from Isaiah, Luke, and John, the sermon highlights Jesus as the Good Shepherd, the Anointed One (Messiah), and God's help sent into the world. His supernatural conception, sacrificial death, and victorious resurrection reveal that the unseen God became seen in human form. The sermon challenges believers not to abandon Christmas because of materialism or cultural misuse. A fallen world will always distort good things, but that does not negate truth. Instead, Christians are called to stand up in every moment—holidays, workplaces, families, and culture—to proclaim Christ. The message closes with a call to endurance and bold faith, urging believers to let God heal their wounds, stop focusing on imperfections, and consistently testify that Jesus is the Son of God, born of a virgin, crucified, resurrected, and still saving today. Christmas is not about traditions—it is about celebrating God's greatest gift to humanity.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Read more about Project23 and partner with us as we teach every verse of the Bible on video. Our text today is Judges 19:4-9. "And his father-in-law, the girl's father, made him stay, and he remained with him three days. So they ate and drank and spent the night there. And on the fourth day they arose early in the morning, and he prepared to go, but the girl's father said to his son-in-law, 'Strengthen your heart with a morsel of bread, and after that you may go.' So the two of them sat and ate and drank together. And the girl's father said to the man, 'Be pleased to spend the night, and let your heart be merry.'" — Judges 19:4-9 This scene feels harmless—two men eating, drinking, laughing, and delaying their journey. But beneath the surface, the nation reveals itself to be completely desensitized to holiness. The Levite and his father-in-law are Israelites, descendants of Abraham, men who should know the covenant and honor the Lord. Yet there's no mention of prayer, no reflection on repentance, no concern for God's will. Only indulgence. Self-gratification. Endless feasting and comfort. They look like men at peace—but it's not. It's the peace of distraction, not devotion. The peace of full bellies and empty hearts. And notice where they are—Bethlehem, "the house of bread." A place that should symbolize God's provision has become a house of pleasure. These are supposed to be God's people, yet you can't tell them apart from the world around them. Today, the same confusion fills our culture. Christians binge what the world watches, laugh at what the world listens to, and chase the same comforts and conveniences. The line between the sacred and the secular has blurred so much that many can't tell the difference. But Jesus never called us to blend in—He called us to stand out. To live holy. To look different. To love differently. To lead homes that don't reflect the world, but reflect Christ. Bethlehem may have been filled with Israelites, but their hearts were filled with idolatrous activities. And if we're not careful, our homes can become just as spiritually hollow. Stop living like the culture and expecting God's continued approval. Your Godliness begins with you at home. If you want the world to see the difference, they need to see it first in you. ASK THIS: Where has comfort made you spiritually lazy? Can others tell by your life that you belong to Christ? How does your home reflect holiness—or worldly habits? What's one way you can lead your family to live differently this week? DO THIS: Lead your family in one act of obedience—read Scripture together, serve a neighbor, or repent together in prayer. Ask God to make your home a holy contrast to the culture. PRAY THIS: Lord, open my eyes to the ways I've looked like the world. Strip away my comfort and awaken my conviction. Make my home distinct, my faith courageous, and my heart devoted fully to You. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Set Apart."

It's the non-Christmas Christmas special of The Strange Times podcast with a brand new story read by the wonderful Janice Connolly. Enjoy!

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The Poem of the Man God is a retelling of the Gospel story of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the private revelations of Maria Valtorta. In this episode, we see Jesus and the Apostles on the Sabbath of the Unleavened Bread.Original music by Angela Marie (Mohammed). Messiah. Savior. Passion of Christ. Religion. Wisdom. Miracles. Catholic Christian Theology. Apostles. Disciples. Believers. Followers. Early Church. Communion. Healing. Suffering Sacrifice. New Testament

Paulhighlights five specific sins that must be put away from our lives. Even asbelievers, we still have to deal with these tendencies—these sins—that candestroy unity in our families, unity in our churches, unity in our communities,and even unity in our nation. We see these sins rampant all around us today. Thefirst sin Paul addresses is lying. He tells us plainly to put off lying and tospeak the truth to one another. We live in a country today that is saturatedwith lies. It almost seems as if people breathe them out. Proverbs speaks ofthis more than once, where Solomon says that the wicked “breathe out lies.”When I read that in the ESV, it paints a vivid picture—it's as though theycannot even breathe without a lie coming from their mouth. Myfriend, that should never be said of believers. Believers speak the truthbecause we know the truth. We live in the truth. We walk in the truth, as FirstJohn and Second John tell us. Truth is foundational to the Christian life. Thattruth is found in Jesus Christ and in a life committed to Him. Thisbecomes especially important as we prepare for a new year. As believers, wemust ask the Lord to give us hearts that truly seek after Him. Scripture tellsus to seek the Lord with all our heart, to lean not on our own understanding,and that we will find Him when we search for Him with all our heart (Read Proverbs2:1-5; 3:1-5; Jeremiah 29:13). That means intentionally setting aside time eachday to seek God. Iwas thinking again about something we mentioned yesterday—the tyranny of theurgent. Urgent things demand immediate attention: taking the children toschool, picking them up, getting meals prepared, making phone calls, changingdiapers, washing dishes, cleaning the house, getting ready for work, mowing thegrass, fixing the plumbing, paying the bills, and a host of other things. Theseare important responsibilities—but they are not the most important thing. It isso sad that so many of us will spend a lifetime staying busy doing the urgentthings and then realize that we never took care of the important things.Usually this is because the urgent things demand immediate attention while theimportant things can be put off till tomorrow! Myfriend, I remind you that the most important thing we should be doing every dayis seeking and knowing the Lord and His righteousness (Read Matthew 6:24-34).We do this by daily spending time with God, placing value on the people aroundus, encouraging them, and living a life that truly makes a difference in theworld. The only way we can live that way daily is by being filled with the HolySpirit. And when we are filled with God's Word, we will also be filled withGod's Holy Spirit. Aswe approach a new year, I cannot encourage you enough to take at least 15minutes a day to get alone with the Lord. Wake up 15 minutes earlier. Find aquiet place. Spend time asking God for direction for your day. Read Scripture.Use a devotional. We post devotionals on our Facebook page and on our website (https://www.pmiministries.org/),along with a daily Bible reading calendar. Even while driving to work, you canlisten to Scripture through your phone—there are so many ways available today.  Asyou fill your mind with God's Word, it replaces other voices, other influences,and you begin to walk in the truth and speak the truth to yourself and others. Sofirst, Paul tells us to put off lying. Instead, we are to speak the truth,because the truth lives in us through the Word of God. That's my encouragementto you today.  Godbless you as you prepare for a New Year in 2026—as you walk in the truth, asyou live the truth, and as you seek after God through His Word and throughprayer.

The Poem of the Man God is a retelling of the Gospel story of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the private revelations of Maria Valtorta. In this episode, we see Jesus and the Apostles on Preparation Day:the Evening Original music by Angela Marie (Mohammed). Messiah. Savior. Passion of Christ. Religion. Wisdom. Miracles. Catholic Christian Theology. Apostles. Disciples. Believers. Followers. Early Church. Communion. Healing. Suffering Sacrifice. New Testament

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds. One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died. We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be!

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1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 / December 24-26, 2025 Most people would say death is the end but Christians have a hope that goes beyond the grave. In this message, Chuck Swindoll offers a glimpse into the future for those who trust in God. From the Series: The Greatest Words read more

How should Christians actually respond to the growing presence of Islam in the West? Fear, anger, and hostility dominate cultural conversations—but is that response biblical?In this video, we take a hard, honest look at Christian reactions to Muslim migration and ask whether they align with the teachings of Jesus. Drawing directly from Scripture, we explore what the Bible says about loving your enemies, doing good to those who oppose you, and recognizing every person—Muslim included—as made in the image of God.Rather than reacting out of fear or politics, Jesus calls Christians to be better. What does it look like to love Muslims without compromising Christian truth? How should believers engage Islam with conviction, humility, and compassion? Love—not hostility—is the most powerful witness that leads others to Christ.This conversation is for Christians who want to think biblically, Believers navigating cultural tension, and anyone struggling with faith or curious about how Christianity responds to real-world issues. If you care about following Jesus faithfully in a divided world, this video is for you.Enjoy!Got any questions or topics you'd like to hear about? You can email us at ⁠tydhcpod@gmail.comLike our content? Consider helping us grow through Patreon, a follow, or subscribe!Leave a rating on whatever platform you listen on and write some nice commentsYOUTUBE ⁠here⁠PATREON  ⁠here⁠INSTAGRAM: ⁠www.instagram.com/thingsyoudonthearinchurchpod⁠

Try our Online Bible College here: https://5lxiiva.pushpress.com/open/interested In this episode, we dive deep into Ephesians 4:11-15, exploring how the growth and maturity of a church depends on unity, love, and the use of God-given gifts. We unpack the roles of pastors, evangelists, and teachers—and how each contributes to building a strong, healthy church. Learn how to: ✅ Recognize and appreciate the different gifts in the body of Christ ✅ Grow together in unity while speaking the truth in love ✅ Move from spiritual immaturity to a church marked by maturity and stability Whether you're a leader, a teacher, or simply passionate about seeing your church thrive, this episode gives you biblical insights for strengthening your community in Christ.

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Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds. One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died. We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be!

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 / December 24-26, 2025 Most people would say death is the end but Christians have a hope that goes beyond the grave. In this message, Chuck Swindoll offers a glimpse into the future for those who trust in God. From the Series: The Greatest Words read more

Are you struggling with what to do about Christmas? In this episode of the Curt Landry Podcast, Rabbi Curt and Darrell Puckett discuss the tensions surrounding the celebration of Christmas, particularly its pagan roots. It's become more widely understood that Jesus likely was not born on December 25, and some have felt it better not to associate with the day at all. This is understandable, and it remains an area of personal conviction.Though the roots of Christmas are pagan, if your focus on the day is to celebrate and remember the coming of Jesus Messiah, your heart is not pagan. For many, it's about redefining the symbols of Christmas – to see the tree as representing the one on which Yeshua died for our sins, and the gifts pointing to the Son of God as the ultimate gift to the world. Rabbi shares his background growing up, and his personal conviction to be a Hanukkah-Christmas Jewish person, keeping Jesus, the Light of the World, at the center of both celebrations.Join Rabbi and Darrell as they discuss how Judeo-Christian celebrations are under attack, the liberty that Jesus provides, and the encouragement, no matter your conviction, to let the Light of the World shine through your life this season.

John McKee delivers the December 2025 Outreach Israel News update. 1 Peter 2:9-11 has significant Tanach intertextuality as it concerns descriptions of Ancient Israel applied to both Jewish and non-Jewish Believers in Israel's Messiah. How does this specifically affect our understanding of the people of God?

Psalm 123: Lifting Our Eyes to God for Mercy Series: Walking Through the Psalms Host: Dave Jenkins Date: December 26, 2025 Show Summary Psalm 123 is a prayer for weary believers who feel worn down, mocked, or burdened by life. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explores how this Song of Ascents calls God's people to lift their eyes to the enthroned Lord, wait dependently for His mercy, and trust Him amid contempt and opposition. This psalm teaches us that the Christian life is lived not by self-sufficiency, but by humble dependence on the mercy of God—especially when trials press in and strength runs low. Audio Player Video Player Key Scripture Psalm 123 Episode Notes Looking Up to the Enthroned King (Psalm 123:1) Waiting Dependently for Mercy (Psalm 123:2) Crying Out Under Contempt (Psalm 123:3–4) Key Themes God is enthroned in heaven and rules over all things. Believers are called to depend entirely on God's mercy. Waiting on God is active faithfulness, not inactivity. God's people often endure scorn and opposition in the world. Mercy is God's loving response to our weakness. Takeaways Toward God: Lift your eyes to the Lord daily and depend on His mercy. Toward Yourself: Embrace dependence instead of self-sufficiency; remember your limitations. Toward Others: Show mercy to the weary and discouraged. Toward the World: Expect contempt, but respond with trust and steadfastness—not fear. Christ-Centered Focus Psalm 123 finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Jesus endured scorn and contempt, yet trusted the Father and obeyed perfectly. At the cross, mercy descended not in judgment upon us, but in grace through Christ. Because of Jesus, we lift our eyes with confidence, knowing God's throne is a throne of grace. Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, please consider subscribing on YouTube, sharing the episode, and leaving a review. These small actions help more people find trusted biblical teaching. For more from our Psalm series please visit our page at Servants of Grace or at our YouTube.

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Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds. One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died. We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be!

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 / December 24-26, 2025 Most people would say death is the end but Christians have a hope that goes beyond the grave. In this message, Chuck Swindoll offers a glimpse into the future for those who trust in God. From the Series: The Greatest Words read more

On this Wayman Wednesday, we bring you a prophetic and urgent message from Pastor Wayman Mitchell: “Mission Possible.” Drawing from Matthew 24:14 and 22:14, Pastor Mitchell compares the Christian life to a Roman military campaign—where many are called, but only the disciplined few are chosen. This sermon will stir your spirit and challenge your comfort zone.Pastor Mitchell shares gripping biblical examples, historical illustrations, and a sobering call to spiritual warfare. If you've ever wondered whether you're part of God's “special forces,” this is the sermon you need to hear.TakeawaysThe call to evangelism is a daunting task.Believers are part of God's army, tasked with spreading the gospel.Many are called, but few are chosen for special tasks.Historical examples illustrate the importance of responding to God's call.Destiny is not guaranteed; it requires commitment and action.The military metaphor helps understand the seriousness of the Christian mission.Immediate gratification can hinder our response to God's call.Personal stories highlight the sacrifices made by those who answer the call.The urgency of the mission requires immediate action and dedication.The message concludes with a call to commitment and service. Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Mission02:04 The Daunting Task of Evangelism06:07 Understanding the Call to Serve09:55 The Military Metaphor in Christianity14:08 The Special Forces of the Gospel17:49 The Importance of Being Chosen21:48 Historical Examples of Calling25:59 The Personal Dimension of Destiny29:51 The Challenge of Immediate Gratification33:51 The Call to Action37:48 Conclusion and Call to CommitmentShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5bPodchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369

Join the show with a TEXT here!The new Mini Series has officially begun! In this first episode, we lay out the heart behind the project—why staying anchored in the Reformation matters for Believers today, and how this series will equip you with clear, thoughtful apologetic insight.We dive straight into the Confession of Cyril Lucaris and the response it provoked in the Confession of Dositheus. Together, we unpack Decree 2 and Chapter 2 from both documents, and explore two of Dositheus' catechetical questions to see how these texts shaped theological identity in their time—and why they still matter now.If that doesn't pique your curiosity, I'm not sure what will. Grab your Bible, grab a snack, and settle in for a rich conversation.

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Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

In 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant was stopped for recklessly driving his carriage through Washington D.C. One published account says that the officer, an African American named William West, warned Grant, “Your fast driving, sir . . . is endangering the lives of the people who have to cross the street.” Grant apologized but the next night was racing carriages again. West stopped Grant’s horses. “I am very sorry, Mr. President, to have to do it, for you are the chief of the nation and I am nothing but a policeman, but duty is duty.” West arrested the president. I admire this brave man for doing his duty. So did Grant. He praised West and made sure he kept his job. God also was pleased, for He hates the injustice of favoritism. He says, “Believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism” (James 2:1). That includes not giving special favors to the rich and powerful, leaving only leftovers for the poor (vv. 2-4). Instead, we’re called to love our neighbor as ourselves. If we play favorites, serving our platinum club neighbors rather than the less privileged, we “sin and are convicted by the law as lawbreakers” (v. 9). God didn’t play favorites with us. He loved us when we had nothing to offer, when we were “without hope and without God in the world” (Ephesians 2:12). With His help, we can love all people equally.

In this episode, Robert Hotchkin explains why this is not a season for passive Christianity and why believers must understand Christian spiritual warfare, take authority in Christ, and actively resist the devil according to Scripture.This spiritual warfare strategy is rooted in James 4:7, which instructs believers to submit to God, resist the devil, and watch him flee. However, many Christians stop at resistance and never step fully into their spiritual authority in Christ. This teaching reveals why believers must move beyond passivity and learn how to command the enemy to flee through biblical spiritual warfare principles.In this episode, you'll learn:• What a biblical spiritual warfare strategy looks like for believers today• How Christian spiritual warfare works when authority is exercised correctly• Why resisting the devil requires action, not waiting• How to walk in authority over the enemy using Scripture• How to stop playing defense and engage in aggressive faith#spiritualwarfare #ChristianSpiritualWarfare#authorityinchrist #ResistTheDevil#kingdomauthority #propheticteaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------Thank you for listening to Robert Hotchkin on Heroes Arise!If this podcast blessed you, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss new content that will empower you to walk in victory and release Heaven on Earth.

Tuesday, 23 December 2025   Let them alone. They are blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind leads the blind, both will fall into a ditch.” Matthew 15:14   “You leave them! They are blind, blind-conductors. And blind, if they should conduct, both – they will fall into a pit” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus told His disciples that every plant His heavenly Father had not planted would be uprooted. He now says, “You leave them!” The words are imperative. Their instruction is based on corruption, not the truth. What the Father plants is truth, but the devil only sows lies, confusion, etc. To explain further, Jesus says, “They are blind, blind-conductors.”   A new word is seen here, hodégos. It is from hodos, way, and hégeomai, to lead. Thus, it speaks of one who leads in the way, and thus a conductor. With the adjective blind attached to the thought, they are conductors of the blind.   And yet, Jesus notes that they, too, are blind. Paul, speaking to the Jews in Romans 2, uses the opposite terminology to describe the way they felt about themselves, even though they acted contrary to their teachings –   “Indeed you are called a Jew, and rest on the law, and make your boast in God, 18 and know His will, and approve the things that are excellent, being instructed out of the law, 19 and are confident that you yourself are a guide to the blind, a light to those who are in darkness, 20 an instructor of the foolish, a teacher of babes, having the form of knowledge and truth in the law. 21 You, therefore, who teach another, do you not teach yourself? You who preach that a man should not steal, do you steal? 22 You who say, ‘Do not commit adultery,' do you commit adultery? You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? 23 You who make your boast in the law, do you dishonor God through breaking the law? 24 For ‘the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you,' as it is written.” Romans 2:17-24   This is the attitude that Jesus rebukes in these leaders of Israel. They were blind leading blind people. It is a recipe for disaster. He next says, “And blind, if they should conduct, both – they will fall into a pit.”   It is an obvious truth. When a blind person is conducted, it is where the conductor takes him. He is placing his trust in the one leading him. But if the conductor himself is blind, any step he takes could bring him to the edge of a pit. The next step will see him tumbling in along with the one he was charged to lead.   Now imagine one who is willfully blind, like these leaders of Israel. They were disregarding the law and causing others who were untrained in the law to follow them –   “One who turns away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. 10 Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, He himself will fall into his own pit; But the blameless will inherit good.” Proverbs 28:9, 10   Isaiah prophesied of Israel's blindness. It was a chronic condition with them –   “Hear, you deaf; And look, you blind, that you may see. 19 Who is blind but My servant, Or deaf as My messenger whom I send? Who is blind as he who is perfect, And blind as the Lord's servant? 20 Seeing many things, but you do not observe; Opening the ears, but he does not hear.” Isaiah 42   Life application: Think of the variety of doctrinal disputes between Christian instructors:   *Israel are God's people vs. Israel are not God's people. *The church replaced Israel vs. Israel and the church are separate entities. *Salvation is eternal vs. Salvation can be lost. *There is such a thing as the rapture. There will be a pre-trib rapture. There will be a mid-trib rapture. There will be a post-trib rapture. *The church began at Pentecost vs. the church began with Paul's conversion. *Believers are free from the law. Believers must adhere to the law. Believers are free from the civil law but are bound to the moral law. *The Sabbath must be observed. A Christian Sabbath must be observed. No Sabbath is necessary. *Bacon is bad vs. bacon is good.   On and on it goes, with ten thousand points of doctrine. When a teacher is wrong in his doctrine, he is blind, at least in that area. But he is now leading others who are blind because they have never been taught to see properly. Imagine something as critical as law observance, and what Paul says about that –   “But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.” Galatians 1:8, 9   People who teach observance of the law, the subject of Paul's letter to the Galatians, are exactly the type of people Jesus was speaking about. They are blind, and they are leading others into the same pit they are in.   How can you know if you are being taught something incorrectly? The only way to even have a hint of it is by at least being aware of the source of what you are being taught. In the case of Christianity, the source is Jesus. The place to find instruction about Him is in His word. So be sure to read your Bible daily. It is important.   Glorious God, wisdom is found within You. Help us to pursue You and to desire to know the truth of what Your word tells us. So many people teach so many different things. So, Lord, as we read Your word, give us sound and proper insight into what it says. Help us to be wise as we look for instructors of Your word to guide us. Amen.

In this episode of Hall of Mysteries, Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq opens a doorway into one of the oldest spiritual archetypes known to humanity. From the warnings of Hermes and the teachings of the prophets to the hidden patterns of nature itself, we explore the unseen forces shaping our world today. What is the true meaning of the “flood” that returns in every age? Why did ancient teachers speak of an Ark of Salvation?And what does it mean for believers to function as a single, living body? Through scripture, Gnostic wisdom, Hermetic revelation, and modern scientific insight, this episode uncovers the timeless struggle between ignorance and illumination — and the role of the believer in navigating the rising tide of darkness. Nothing in this world appears as it seems.The symbols are alive.And their meaning has returned. Welcome to the Hall of Mysteries.

Jase hijacks an eight-hour road trip with a nonstop deep dive sparked by one simple question, and Al reveals the surprising and touching secret hidden in the walls of his home for decades. The guys unpack how ordinary people become the place where heaven and earth meet, why forgiveness is spiritual warfare, and why anointing still carries real power. The guys close with a prayer for Zach and for listeners facing illness. In this episode: 2 Peter 1, verses 3–4; James 5, verses 13–16; First John 2, verses 18–29; John 13, verse 35; John 14, verses 26–27; John 15, verses 26–27; John 16, verses 7–15; John 17, verses 20–26; John 20, verses 19–23; Genesis 28, verses 10–22; Exodus 30, verses 22–33; Isaiah 11, verses 1–10; Isaiah 42, verses 1–9; Isaiah 53, verses 1–12; Matthew 1, verse 18; Matthew 16, verses 13–20; Mark 1, verses 9–15; Ephesians 2, verses 19–22; Psalm 2, verses 1–12; Psalm 3, verses 1–8; Psalm 20, verses 1–9; Psalm 21, verses 1–13; Psalm 22, verses 1–31; Psalm 51, verses 1–19 “Unashamed” Episode 1234 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/UNASHAMED. https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Through your generosity PureTalk was able to donate over half a million dollars to America's Warrior Partnership! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://andrewandtodd.com or call 888-888-1172 — These guys are the real deal. Get trusted mortgage guidance and expertise from someone who shares your values! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-07:31 Jase holds an 8 hour Bible study 07:32-17:15 How to “participate in the divine nature” 17:16-26:31 What does it mean to be anointed?  26:32-35:30 Believers are a portal between worlds 35:31-48:45 Arming ourselves for a spiritual battle 48:46-56:38 A prayer of anointing for the sick — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Tom Lawrence always knew his calling had to do with money. Growing up in Southeast London, England, Tom convinced his parents to help him get work experience in hedge funds and investment banks at the young age of twelve. But a few years into his teens, Tom had an amazing encounter with Jesus which turned his whole perspective on life upside down. His passion for money remained, but instead of feathering his own nest, Tom began to see money in the light of funding for the Kingdom.   As an adult, Tom spent about ten years as a wealth manager for private banks and wealth management organizations and his views on Kingdom finances grew and matured with him. Suddenly, Tom found himself without a job, and he soon realized that this was an opportunity to know God as Jehovah Jireh, his Provider. During this time, Tom began an intensive study of what the Bible really says about money. That journey reshaped everything—how he understands ownership, stewardship, and the call the pursue true riches.    Out of that 200 hours of Bible study, Tom founded the Biblical Financial Masterclass, a 12+ hour course that helps Christians build their financial house using God's blueprint from Scripture. Now, Tom equips Believers, churches, and organizations to heal their relationships with money and to rethink their financial lives from the heart outward, grounding principles in Scripture and pointing people towards Gospel transformation. Tune in for a fantastic dive into how God's Word radically reshapes our relationship with money.   Major Topics Include: Three dimensions of money and faith Biblical financial insights from 200 hours of study Commonly misunderstood money scriptures Developing his course Equipping to handle what God wants to give you Getting your heart right in relationship with money The Christian motivation for generosity  What is “serving Mammon?” Peeling back the layers of Mammon in our lives The truth about extravagance in giving Challenges in engaging the local church in financial conversation QUOTES TO REMEMBER “I was just as passionate about money after I got saved and it gave me a reason why I should be rather than just feathering my nest, which was my main ambition at 13 or 14. Between 15 and 17, I began to see it as an opportunity to fund the Kingdom.” “One of the greatest things that we can do is handle money that's not ours, in line with Somebody Else's will, for Somebody Else's glory in order that it would be redeemed and bring about salvation in people's lives.” “More than 10% of the entire Bible is given over to talking about money, finances, wealth, and stuff in some form of another. And about 1 in 6 of Jesus's parables touches on it.” “Do not assume you are outside of God's will just because you're going through something difficult.” “Fundamentally, the entirety of the Bible is a display of generosity. It's a love letter to humanity from God.” “How much money is too much money? It's any amount that replaces our trust in God.” “Cheerful giving comes down to heart preparation.” “When we avoid talking about money, we are not sparing our congregations awkwardness, we are leaving a gaping hole in their discipleship.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Biblical Financial Masterclass Stewardship (UK Ministry) The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW Luke 16:1-13 | The Parable of the Dishonest Manager   Haggai 2: 6-7 | The Coming Glory of the Temple   For thus says the Lord of hosts: Yet once more, in a little while, I will shake the heavens and the earth and the sea and the dry land. And I will shake all nations, so that the treasures of all nations shall come in, and I will fill this house with glory, says the Lord of hosts.    Deuteronomy 8:18 | God Give the Power to Get Wealth   You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers, as it is this day.   Psalm 24:1 | Everything Belongs to the Lord   The earth is the Lord‘s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein,   Proverbs 10:22 | Blessings without Sorrow   The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.   Luke 6:38 | Give and It Will Be Given   give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”   Genesis 22:8a | The Lord Will Provide   Abraham said, “God will provide for himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son.”   Genesis 8:22 | Seedtime and Harvest   While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease.”   Romans 12:2 | Be Transformed   Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.   James 1:5 | Generous Wisdom from God   If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.   James 4:8a | Draw Near   Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.   1 Corinthians 10:13 | Overcoming Temptation   No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.   2 Corinthians 9:1-6 | The Cheerful Giver   2 Corinthians 8:12 | According to What You Have   For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have.   1 Chronicles 29:14 | All Things Come from You   “But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given you. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

In today's episode, Pastors Todd & Katie talk about the times we live in and how we must live by faith to make it through!You ask anyone and things are crazy and on the brink of the next crazy thing. However, as Believers we are not led by headlines or emotion, but by the Word of God and our faith in it!God is on the MOVE and He has a specific plan and purpose for YOU during these last days! Don't give up, but be FULL OF JOY! Jesus is coming SOON!! NEW EPISODES every Monday & Friday @ Noon.https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverOfTriCities/https://www.youtube.com/@TheRiverofTriCitiesChurchhttps://www.instagram.com/rivertcchurch/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/thelastdayspodcast/?hl=en

Got a question? Let us know!Made for Mondays | The Christmas PlaylistLight That Can't Be ManufacturedThis week on Made for Mondays, Heather is joined by Jamey, Tyler, and Doug as they lean into the heart of Christmas week and unpack Sunday's message about real joy and real light—the kind that doesn't come from a playlist, a purchase, or pretending everything is fine.After some weekend catch-up and reflections from Revelation 10–15, Psalms 145–157, and Proverbs 30, the conversation turns toward a timely and honest question:✨ What's the difference between manufactured cheer and received joy?As Christmas approaches, the group reflects on the ways we often try to produce joy—through nostalgia, noise, shopping, control, or even religious performance—when what we actually need is to receive joy as the fruit of abiding in Jesus. Jamey shares how Christmas music can sometimes feel like it's trying to convince our souls everything is wonderful, even when life feels dark.The discussion explores:• Chasing a mood vs. staying close to Jesus How do we tell when we're chasing a feeling instead of abiding in Christ? The group shares honest “litmus tests” that reveal when joy has become something we're forcing rather than receiving.• Darkness and light Jamey unpacks the idea that darkness isn't a thing—it's the absence of light. Spiritually, that shifts the battle. Instead of staring at darkness, we're invited to step toward the Light. What does that look like practically? The team offers simple, doable steps—like intentional prayer, confession, community, or a single act of obedience—that help move us closer to Jesus when gloom starts creeping back in.• Shining brighter in real life Rooted in Matthew 5, the BIG IDEA comes into focus: In a world getting darker, we need to shine brighter. Not performative faith—but quiet faithfulness. Reconciliation. Costly generosity. Staying at the table with people we disagree with. The group shares real-life examples of what that kind of light looks like when it shows up in everyday moments.• Light beyond our walls The conversation connects to The Gift and Believers' partners in Cuba, highlighting how faithful believers there are shining the Light of Jesus in powerful, practical ways—and why it's such a gift to be part of what God is doing through them.• Community in the dark seasons Jamey revisits a story from one of his darkest seasons, where isolation played a central role. Doug and Tyler reflect on how deeply they relate—and why community isn't optional for spiritual health. The group also points ahead to Steps and the importance of getting connected to a small group in the New Year.Join Us This Week

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Pittsburgh Steelers are making us BELIEVERS. The Steelers held on to beat the Lions 29-24 on the final play. This is the first time in a long time that Joe thinks the Steelers have an actual chance to go to the Super Bowl. Bob thinks the main reason why is Aaron Rodgers. Sidney Crosby has passed Mario Lemieux for first all time in Penguins history. Joe gives us some gifts!

The Pittsburgh Steelers are making us BELIEVERS. The Steelers held on to beat the Lions 29-24 on the final play. This is the first time in a long time that Joe thinks the Steelers have an actual chance to go to the Super Bowl. Bob thinks the main reason why is Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers has been elite the last few weeks.

Isaac Schafer shares in our series, Acts. He unpacks Acts 4:32-37 and shows how a Biblical worldview cannot align with socialism or communism, and that the testimony of the resurrection is the only way to fully surrender everything you have.

Psalm 146 describes the praise deserving of the God who meets our needs. Believers should trust God and celebrate his faithfulness. Devotionables #882 - Praising A TRUSTWORTHY God Psalm 146 The Psalms Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

This week, we begin looking back on some of the most moving moments shared on The Voice of the Martyrs Radio in 2025:          Hope & Nagy have been called by God to live in some very difficult places. They were serving Him in Libya when civil war broke out; they stayed and thrived under the Lord's protection. Then they heard the Lord call them to a new and equally-challenging land.          Jerry Mattix has been banned twice from entering Türkiye, once in 2013 and again earlier this year. Jerry knows God is able to do His work among Turkish people without him in the country.          Nathan and Kari were raised differently, yet the Lord called them to Himself, and to missions, together. In South Asia, they are seeing the gospel on fire, not waiting for foreign missionaries but moving forward through the gospel fervor of national Christians.          John Samara knows the high cost of serving Christ in a place like Syria. He grew up there and continues to serve persecuted Christians in the Middle East and North Africa through Ananias House.          Eric Mock, from Slavic Gospel Association, shares how war between Russia and Ukraine has actually accelerated SGA's ministry as they provide aid and share the gospel with hundreds of thousands of people.          Teaching students in the UK and around the world, Dr. Michael Reeves has a passion for strengthening the faith of persecuted Christians in hostile and restricted nations. He served as a missionary on the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan.          Ty Scott, leader of VOM's work in east and southern Africa, shares about Christians living in a country that has never been discussed on VOM Radio until this year — Comoros. He also shared how VOM handles Bible distribution in Africa.          Author of the book, Inside Afghanistan, John Weaver, shares what it looks like to be a Christian in Afghanistan today. Believers must carefully plant gospel seeds and seek out people of peace.          Abraham & Sara minister to Muslim refugees in the Middle East who are open to the gospel. They see the hunger to know Jesus, and the Lord is revealing Himself to these refugees through dreams, visions, and the love of Christ, as seen in the example of Abraham, Sara, and their team. After hearing these brief excerpts, you'll want to listen to the entire conversations with these guests from 2025. Click on the links below to listen at VOMRADIO.net or listen in the VOM APP.          Hope & Nagy, gospel workers to Libya and the Middle East          Jerry Mattix, long-time aid ministry worker and pastor in Türkiye          Nathan & Kari, gospel workers in South Asia with the International Mission Board (IMB)          John Samara, Founder and Executive Director of Ananias House          Eric Mock, the Senior Vice President of the Slavic Gospel Association          Dr. Michael Reeves, President of Union School of Theology in the United Kingdom          Ty Scott, VOM's Regional Leader for East and Southern Africa          John Weaver, long-time gospel worker in Afghanistan          Abraham & Sara serve refugees at a church in a Middle Eastern country We thank the Lord for allowing VOM Radio to encourage and challenge listeners all over the world this year. Thank you for faithfully listening and praying for our persecuted family in restricted nations and hostile areas around the world! We'd love to hear from you! Let us know what conversation in 2025 most inspired your faith or equipped you to pray. You can also give online to support persecuted Christians through the work of The Voice of the Martyrs. Next week, we'll have Part II of our look back to the most moving moments of 2025 on VOM Radio.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Read more about Project23 and partner with us as we teach every verse of the Bible on video. Our text today is Judges 17:13. "Then Micah said, 'Now I know that the Lord will prosper me, because I have a Levite as priest.'" — Judges 17:13 Micah's homemade religion is now complete. He's got a shrine, a priest, and a title. And now—he's got confidence. "Now I know," he says, "the Lord will prosper me." But it's all fake. Fake priest. Fake faith. Fake confidence. Micah believes he's in God's favor simply because everything looks right. But this is the final stage of spiritual delusion: when you mistake comfort for confirmation. He assumes that because his setup feels spiritual, it must be spiritual. That's what happens when religion becomes self-made—you start measuring faith by your feelings instead of His truth. This is the heart of counterfeit Christianity today. People claim assurance, quote Scripture out of context, or redefine sin, all while drifting further from God's Word. They've built a religion that feels peaceful because it never confronts them. And the more they say "God told me," the less they actually listen to what God already said. Micah's confidence wasn't rooted in Scripture—it was rooted in self-deception. And that's what makes this so dangerous. You can be completely convinced you're right with God and still be miles from Him if your faith isn't built on truth. We also see this in the church. Whole movements chase emotional experiences but ignore biblical obedience. Believers trust in positive feelings, prosperity, or political comfort instead of God's holiness. It's the American version of Micah's religion—comfort without conviction, blessing without obedience, and faith without truth. False confidence always feels strong—right up until the truth tests it. So here's the question I would present to you: Is your confidence based on God's Word—or your own worldview? ASK THIS: Where are you mistaking spiritual comfort for spiritual confirmation? What beliefs or habits have you justified that don't line up with God's Word? Have you built confidence on truth—or convenience? How can you anchor your assurance in Scripture instead of emotion? DO THIS: Take a truth inventory: what do you believe that's not clearly rooted in Scripture? Replace assumptions with alignment—submit your confidence to God's Word. Pray for humility to let God's truth confront your comfort. PRAY THIS: Father, I don't want false confidence. Expose any lie I've believed about You or about myself. Anchor my assurance in Your truth—not in feelings, comfort, or imitation faith. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Build My Life."

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Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints says Psalm 116. We mourn when fellow believers pass away, but we do not sorrow as those who have no hope because we know our brothers and sisters in the faith have gone to be with the Lord. Dr. Barnhouse discusses what happens to the people of God when they pass from this earthly life into the next. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – If we want a future with free worship and free speech, we must defend the habits that sustain them. Teach children the facts and the faith that formed them. Insist that public institutions protect conscience and rights. Stand up when neighbors are ridiculed or arrested for praying. Speak plainly about what is true and what is false...