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Share a commentWhen life feels like a maze of sudden turns and steep drops, gaining a higher view can change everything. We explore Romans 8:28 with clear eyes, refusing to flatten pain or force a tidy bow on tragedy. Instead, we look at how a sovereign God weaves dark threads into a design we may not see yet, and how that promise strengthens real people to grieve honestly, act bravely, and forgive beyond reason.We begin by clearing away common misuses: this promise does not explain evil, erase sorrow, reward passivity, or guarantee ease. From there, we dig into what Paul actually says. “We know” rests on God's word, not on quick results. “God causes” announces His active involvement when our strength fails. “All things” insists on a synergy that may take a lifetime to surface, aimed at one goal: being shaped into the likeness of Christ.Along the way, stories bring the doctrine to life. George Whitefield's winter coat and unexpected guineas offer a flash of providence that encourages without setting false timelines. Corrie and Betsie ten Boom model courage inside Ravensbrück, where fleas—of all things—become a shelter for worship and Scripture. Their legacy of seeing even brutal guards as broken souls in need of love pushes us to imagine forgiveness we never thought possible. We close with a father's raw confession after losing his son, and his shipyard image that helps us hold both mystery and hope: a single steel plate sinks alone, but the finished vessel floats.If you're ready for a grounded, compassionate take on Romans 8:28—one that honors tears, calls you to action, and steadies your trust—this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with someone carrying a heavy thread, and leave a review to help others find a higher view.Support the show
Share a commentWhen life feels like a maze of sudden turns and steep drops, gaining a higher view can change everything. We explore Romans 8:28 with clear eyes, refusing to flatten pain or force a tidy bow on tragedy. Instead, we look at how a sovereign God weaves dark threads into a design we may not see yet, and how that promise strengthens real people to grieve honestly, act bravely, and forgive beyond reason.We begin by clearing away common misuses: this promise does not explain evil, erase sorrow, reward passivity, or guarantee ease. From there, we dig into what Paul actually says. “We know” rests on God's word, not on quick results. “God causes” announces His active involvement when our strength fails. “All things” insists on a synergy that may take a lifetime to surface, aimed at one goal: being shaped into the likeness of Christ.Along the way, stories bring the doctrine to life. George Whitefield's winter coat and unexpected guineas offer a flash of providence that encourages without setting false timelines. Corrie and Betsie ten Boom model courage inside Ravensbrück, where fleas—of all things—become a shelter for worship and Scripture. Their legacy of seeing even brutal guards as broken souls in need of love pushes us to imagine forgiveness we never thought possible. We close with a father's raw confession after losing his son, and his shipyard image that helps us hold both mystery and hope: a single steel plate sinks alone, but the finished vessel floats.If you're ready for a grounded, compassionate take on Romans 8:28—one that honors tears, calls you to action, and steadies your trust—this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with someone carrying a heavy thread, and leave a review to help others find a higher view.Support the show
Special guest Maureen Carrott recalls the impression the book The Hiding Place had on her as a 13-year-old girl. Corrie Ten Boom, the author, was imprisoned in a concentration camp alongside her sister Betsie. Betsie suggested they give thanks to God for the fleas that nipped painfully at their skin. Other stories, like the biblical story of Joseph, also instilled within Maureen that gratitude should transcend circumstances. As this episode is airing, wife, mother, grandmother, friend to many around the world, and missionary Maureen went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2025. She began Crown of Beauty ministry with Sue Corl in 2005 in East Asia. They served together for seven years, and then several mission trips afterward. From the beginning, Maureen insisted that we offer one-on-one or small group prayer counseling at each conference. Most say that this is the highlight of each conference. Her honest, Christ-centered, vulnerable, joyful spirit and love for everyone we served brought healing to women wherever she went. Sue could not have pioneered this ministry without her. As Sue's best friend, their ministry to the Chinese, Thai Karen, Lebanese, English, and Ugandan women was truly one of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences of their lives. Though Maureen left us earlier than any of us would have wanted, we know that her infectious laughter, deep worship and love of God, and deep connection with people is blessing those who have gone before us! Ephesians 5:20: "Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ". This episode is dedicated to the memory of Maureen Carrott. SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty Internationalhttps://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/donateCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//Facebook// WebsitePurchase Sue's Transformational Bible Studies and Devotionals on Amazon!Sue Corl's best-selling books: Crown of Beauty Bible Study, Broken But UndefeatedCrown of Beauty International: EMPOWERING WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD WITH GOD'S TRUTH!
Send us a textRomeine 12:12 Verbly julle in die hoop; staan vas in verdrukking; volhard in gebed. Het jy al opgemerk hoe stadig tyd verbygaan wanneer jy swaarkry? Die res van die wêreld gaan op sy gewone drafstap voort, maar jou lewe loop in stadige-aksie – uiterste stadige- aksie, soos elke minuut op die horlosie stadig aftik. En jy weet hoe jou geduld onder daardie omstandighede baie vinnig opraak. Kan ek nie net die ‘fast forward'- knoppie druk nie? Kan ek nie net anderkant uitkom nie?Corrie ten Boom, die eerste vroulike horlosiemaker in Nederland, het 800 Jode gehelp om tydens die Tweede Wêreldoorlog uit die Nazi's se hande te ontsnap. Sy is uiteindelik in hegtenis geneem en na die Ravensbrük konsentrasiekamp gestuur. Daar is Corrie omring deur dood, siekte en ondenkbare wreedheid, maar sy het die verskriklike toestande in nederigheid en geloof in Jesus Christus verduur.Sy en haar suster Betsie, wat daar gesterf het, het saam gebid, geheime Bybelstudies gehou en die ander vroue bemoedig en gehelp. Corrie het later geskryf: Daar is geen put so diep dat God se liefde nie nog dieper is nie.Sy het nie die lyding ontsnap nie; sy het dit met geduld verduur en op God se ewige tydsberekening vertrou.Ons kan onsself nie indink in die ontsettende trauma wat sy met soveel geloof deurgemaak het nie. En tog, te midde van ons lyding op hierdie oomblik, is daardie soort kalmte, daardie soort stilte, daardie soort ongelooflike geloof, heeltemal moontlik. Nie omdat ek so sê nie, maar omdat God so sê.Romeine 12:12 Verbly julle in die hoop; staan vas in verdrukking; volhard in gebed.My vriend, my gebed is dat die Heilige Gees jou nou sal vul, sodat jy bly kan wees oor die wonderlike toekoms wat God vir jou deur Christus beplan. Volhard in jou tye van swaarkry en hou vas aan die geduld wat God vir jou in jou tyd van lyding gee, sodat jy ook in jou swaarkry sal ontdek dat daar geen put so diep is, dat God se liefde nie nog dieper is nie.Wees geduldig in lyding.Dis God se Woord. Vars ... vir jou ... vandag.Support the showEnjoying The Content?For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can enable Christianityworks to reach 10,000+ people with a message about the love of Jesus!DONATE R50 MONTHLY
In this third week of Advent, Pastor Nate explores the theme of joy through the powerful moment when God reveals His glory and the message of Christ's birth; Not to kings or religious elites, but to ordinary shepherds in the fields. Drawing from Luke 2:8–20 and 1 Corinthians 1:27–29, we were reminded that God delights in using the overlooked and the humble so that He alone will be glorified and no one can boast in their own merit.We also reflect on how an encounter with God's glory produces lasting joy. This joy then overflows into witness, even in suffering, as seen in the life of Betsie ten Boom. True joy is not tied to circumstances but rooted in Christ, and it shines as a powerful testimony to the world.Never underestimate what God can do through a surrendered, ordinary life, and to ask Him to fill us anew with the joy that comes from encountering His glory. As Jesus reminds us in Matthew 5:14–16, we are called to let that light and joy shine to everyone around us!
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV) We have so much to be thankful for, it can be difficult to know where to start offering our praise and gratitude to our heavenly Father. Certainly, we all have stories of how God came through for us during a major crisis in our life. But there are countless “minor” blessings that we enjoy every day that shouldn’t go unnoticed—or unmentioned in our prayers of thankfulness. In her remarkable book The Hiding Place, Corrie ten Boom relates an amazing story about the importance of being thankful. Corrie and her sister Betsie were held in a concentration camp known as Ravensbrück, where they lived in barracks that were plagued by fleas. Fleas were everywhere—in their beds, in their clothes, in their hair, and on their bodies. One day Betsie told Corrie that they needed to give thanks for the fleas. Corrie thought Betsie had gone too far. She couldn’t imagine thanking God for fleas. But Betsie insisted, reminding her sister that the Bible says, “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV). Still, Corrie didn’t want to thank God for the fleas. But as it turned out, Corrie and Betsie were trying to reach the other women in their barracks with the message of the gospel. They had been holding Bible studies, which was forbidden in the camp. They found out later that because of the fleas, the guards would not go into their barracks. That allowed the sisters to hold their Bible studies with no fear of being discovered. As a result, they had the freedom to minister to their fellow prisoners. One obvious takeaway from this story is that God can use even fleas to accomplish His work. A less obvious takeaway is that we should do a major expansion of our concept of things to give thanks for. If the Bible said, “In some things give thanks,” I would say, “No problem there!” But it says, “In every thing give thanks.” And that’s not an easy thing to do. We’re conditioned to say thank you for things that obviously benefit us. We treat gratitude as part of a transaction. You do something nice for me, and I say something nice to you. But that’s not what God is looking for. That’s not what the apostle Paul is saying in 1 Thessalonians 5:18. God wants us to maintain a spirit of thankfulness that isn’t dimmed when things don’t go our way. He wants us to recognize the endless supply of things we can and should be grateful for. The verse doesn’t say we should give thanks for every thing; it says we should give thanks in every thing. We don’t have to be glad or thankful that tragedies occur. But we can be thankful that, in spite of the tragedy, God is still on the throne, and He is still in control of all circumstances that surround our lives. Reflection question: What common, daily blessings are you thankful for? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" 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.
Presented by Julie Busteed I've been looking at what it takes to build healthy relationships. And I've saved the best for last: forgiveness. This verse in Matthew always catches me short. For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins (Matthew 6:14-15). I need to take to heart this command! Relationships are living, growing things because they involve people who are growing and changing. And because you are human, there will be times when words are spoken or actions are taken that hurt someone in the relationship. You and I need to forgive others and also ask for forgiveness—things that are not easy to do, except through the power of the Holy Spirit. But wait—there's more! Jesus said we should love our enemies. I look at Jesus' example of laying down his life for you and me. When he was on the cross, suffering, he forgave those who crucified him. Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do (Luke 23:34). That's the ultimate in forgiving your enemies. It really seems quite impossible, doesn't it? Jesus was fully God and fully man. But I don't think that excuses you or me to forgive even our enemies. Corrie Ten Boom and her family helped many Jewish people escape the Nazi's in WW2. As a result, she was arrested and sent to Ravensbrück concentration camp. She survived and wrote books and spoke about her experience. Corrie recounts the following as she was speaking about forgiveness at a church in Munich in 1947: Afterward, I saw him—a man moving toward me through the crowd. I recognized him instantly: a former guard from Ravensbrück, the concentration camp where my sister Betsie and I had been imprisoned for hiding Jews. He approached me, now dressed in civilian clothes, and said, “A fine message, Fräulein. How good it is to know that all our sins are at the bottom of the sea.” Then he extended his hand. “I was a guard at Ravensbrück. I've become a Christian, and I know God has forgiven me, but I would like to hear it from you. Will you forgive me?” I stood frozen, remembering Betsie's suffering and death. Forgive him? I could not. Yet I knew Jesus' words: “If you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive yours.” Forgiveness is not a feeling—it's an act of the will. So, I prayed silently, “Jesus, help me. I can lift my hand; You supply the feeling.” Mechanically, I reached out—and as I did, a current seemed to pass from my shoulder to our joined hands. A warmth filled my heart. “I forgive you, brother,” I said, “with all my heart.” In that moment, I felt God's love more deeply than ever before.[1] May you and I be obedient and lift our hands and trust God to fill us with his love. --- [1] Corrie Ten Boom, Sherrill, E., & Sherrill, J. L. (2008). The hiding place. Chosen Books.
When a ww2 concentration camp guard came to Corrie Ten Boom and asked forgiveness for hurting and punishing her sister, Betsie. We must always forgive from our heart.
Betsie tells Corries that when they are free, God wants them to open a house of love and hope to encourage those who have lost so much in the concentration camp. They can experience the love of God even in darkness.
Betsie and Corrie Ten Boom were in a concentration camp filled with fleas and lice. This stopped the guards from entering their room and they could share the gospel daily to the women in camp.
During WWII, Dutch Christian Corrie ten Boom and her family hid Jews from the Nazis, saving nearly 800 lives. In 1944, they were arrested. Corrie's sister Betsie died in Ravensbrück, leaving behind a legacy of kindness. Years later, Corrie was approached by a man who had been one of the cruel guards. Now a believer, he asked for forgiveness. Corrie froze—until Ephesians 4:32 came to mind: “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Though it was hard, she forgave him—not out of emotion, but obedience. She said, “Forgiveness is an act of the will... regardless of the temperature of the heart.” That act of kindness wasn't natural—it was supernatural—evidence of the Spirit of God within her. Galatians 5:22-23 (ESV) “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” Kindness isn't about being “nice” or having a pleasant personality. It's a fruit of the Holy Spirit—a sign that God is alive in us. In a world that rewards cruelty and mocks compassion, true kindness is radical and powerful. We can't manufacture fruit—it's the natural result of a life rooted in Christ. When the Spirit leads, kindness flows. It's not about rules—it's about transformation. [EPHESIANS 4:32 (NKJV)] “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.” Kindness comes from a soft heart. A hardened heart, however, leads to the kind of "bad fruit" Paul warned about: [2 TIMOTHY 3:1-5 (NKJV)] “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves…unloving, unforgiving…brutal, despisers of good…having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” If we see this fruit in our lives, it's a call to repentance. God wants to produce kindness in us from the inside out. MAKE IT PRACTICAL – SIX WAYS TO CULTIVATE KINDNESS Gratitude Softens the Heart Grateful people are kind people. Key Thought: “The more I'm grateful for God's kindness toward me, the kinder I'll be to others.” Purity Protects Kindness Unrepented sin hardens the heart. Love Fuels Kindness Kindness is love in action. Forgiveness Makes Space for Kindness Bitterness blocks kindness. Key Thought: “To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover the prisoner was me.” Devotion to God Develops Kindness Romans 2:4: “God's kindness is intended to lead you to repentance.”
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Corrie ten Boom, her father Casper, her sister Betsie: what a tradition of glory.
Wat heeft een varken te maken met klanten aantrekken? Meer dan je denkt. In deze aflevering neem ik je mee naar de tijd waarin ik een culinair mini-hotel runde in de Ardennen en vertel ik hoe varken Betsie zorgde voor een uitverkocht weekend. Niet met ingewikkelde strategieën, maar door een verhaal te delen dat echt bij ons paste.Veel ondernemers proberen klanten aan te trekken op een manier die niet klopt met wie ze zijn. Ze volgen strategieën omdat het “zo hoort”, terwijl ze diep van binnen weten dat het niet werkt. Maar wat als jij klanten kon aantrekken op een manier die moeiteloos voelt? Wat als je durft te vertrouwen op jouw manier?Luister mee en ontdek hoe je jouw creatieve flow gebruikt om klanten aan te trekken—niet door te forceren, maar door te spelen, experimenteren en jouw unieke verhaal te delen.Wat zou jij doen als je helemaal los mocht gaan in je eigen creatieve flow? Ga het eens proberen en zie wat er gebeurt.Laten we verbinden! Je vindt me onder mijn naam Monique Lavec op LinkedIn en Instagram.
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Join cohost Athena and Mims for an interview. Betsie Barker has an approachable style of hospitality that inspired Athena to reconsider what it takes and how to to embrace imparting the gift of hospitality. Listen in to hear how Batsie approaches preparation to host, shares that experience with her family and encourages Athena, Mims and the Torn Tribe to lean in to extending an invitation, open door and warm welcome! Check out the podcasts new Torn Thought Thursdays on socials. Reach out with feedback, torn moments or mends to tornmlb@gmail.com - Listen, Follow and Share the podcast at IG, Facebook and Twitter: @tornmlb. Choose Grace, Torn Tribe!
What does it take to stand resolute against tyranny and injustice? Explore the profound strength of Diet Eman, a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II, whose story embodies the courage and faith needed to face insurmountable odds. This episode of Starting Right with Danny Mac promises a deep dive into the inspiring legacy of Diet, a woman who risked her life for her Jewish friends, guided by her unwavering belief in God's greater plan, as depicted in Isaiah 55:8. Discover how her brave acts, like forging documents and creating escape routes, became beacons of hope during the darkest of times. Her encounters with fellow prisoners like Corrie and Betsie ten Boom in concentration camps reveal the power of divine intervention, even in the bleakest circumstances. Tune in to hear a riveting testament to God's mysterious ways and how Diet Eman's story continues to inspire generations with the message that faith and courage can forge a path through the unknown.We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text MessageSupport the show
Durch unser langjähriges Sprach- und Kulturstudium haben wir nicht nur gelernt, wie wir uns mit unseren einheimischen Freunden verständigen können, sondern sind auch ein Teil der Gesellschaft geworden. Hier ist das Verständnis von Privateigentum so gut wie nicht vorhanden. Alles wird geteilt, geliehen oder erbeten. Die wörtliche Übersetzung für die Frage »Dürfte ich bitte etwas davon haben?« lautet: »Gib mir meins!«. Nicht einmal die lästigen Läuse sind Privateigentum, sondern werden aus den Haaren der anderen gepickt und in die eigenen gesteckt!Im Januar 2024 hatten wir eine Läuseplage im Haus, die uns über Wochen auf Trab hielt und an der wir fast verzweifelten. Das erinnerte uns an die Geschichte von Corrie ten Boom, die mit ihrer Schwester Betsie in einem Konzentrationslager der Nazis gefangen gehalten wurde. In einer Baracke eng zusammengepfercht mussten sie nicht nur gegen den Hunger und verschiedenste Krankheiten ankämpfen, sondern auch gegen die lästigen Läuse. Betsie erinnerte ihre Schwester an die Aufforderung aus 1. Thessalonicher 5,18: »Seid dankbar in allem!« Doch Corrie fand keinen Grund, warum sie für diese Biester dankbar sein könnte. Was Corrie und Betsie erst später begriffen, war, dass die Wärter wegen der Läuse die Baracke nicht betraten. Die Läuse waren also der Grund, warum die beiden Schwestern ungestört Bibelstunden halten und die anderen Insassen ermutigen konnten! Der Fluch wurde zum Segen.Ermutigt durch diese Geschichte fingen auch wir an, Gott für die Läuse zu danken. Und auch wir merkten, dass die Läuse einen Zweck erfüllten. Sie vertieften nämlich unsere Beziehungen im Dorf, denn es gibt nichts, was unsere Freunde mehr lieben, als gemütlich bei uns auf der Terrasse zu sitzen und uns zu entlausen.Tony KellerDiese und viele weitere Andachten online lesenWeitere Informationen zu »Leben ist mehr« erhalten Sie unter www.lebenistmehr.deAudioaufnahmen: Radio Segenswelle
In deze aflevering van DE BLOEMENPODCAST van ANNEMARIJE & JORIEN bereiden we ons voor op het nieuwe zaaiseizoen. Wat heb je allemaal nodig om in het nieuwe tuinseizoen goed van start te gaan. En een supertip van Betsie over het voortrekken van dahlia's in zakjes. Bekijk het filmpje hier.Meer info over pluktuinen: Opleiding je eigen pluktuin en het boek van Annemarije: Flower Happiness. Meer over de dames Annemarije: flowerhappiness.nl Instagram: @florabelflowers Jorien: bloematwork.nl en uniekpotlood.nl Instagram: @bloematwork en @uniekpotlood De Bloemen Podcast heeft ook een eigen Instagram account: @debloemenpodcast. Hier kun je via een DM al je vragen naar toesturen. Je kunt ook Vriend van de show worden. Hier is ook ruimte voor het stellen van vragen. Word VRIEND VAN DE SHOW. Met een kleine bijdrage steun je ons om elke week weer een nieuwe aflevering te kunnen maken. En speciaal voor vrienden komen er leuke acties en extra content. Aanmelden kan HIER.
Durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, la familia de Corrie ten Boom escondió a judíos en su casa, arriesgando sus vidas. Aunque finalmente fueron descubiertos y enviados a campos de concentración, Corrie encontró alegría en las pequeñas cosas: el amor de su hermana Betsie, una Biblia escondida, e incluso en las pulgas que evitaban que los guardias entraran a sus barracas. El Adviento nos llama a experimentar un gozo que no depende de las circunstancias. El nacimiento de Jesús trajo una alegría eterna al mundo, una alegría que permanece incluso en medio del sufrimiento. Su presencia nos da razones para regocijarnos, porque sabemos que nuestras pruebas son temporales, pero Su amor es eterno. ¿Dónde puedes encontrar gozo hoy? Permite que las pequeñas bendiciones diarias sean un recordatorio de la gran alegría que Jesús ofrece. La Biblia dice en Filipenses 4:4: "Regocijaos en el Señor siempre. Otra vez digo: ¡Regocijaos!"
Durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, la familia de Corrie Ten Boom escondió a judíos en su casa, arriesgando sus vidas. Aunque finalmente fueron descubiertos y enviados a campos de concentración, Corrie encontró alegría en las pequeñas cosas como el amor de su hermana Betsie, una Biblia escondida e incluso en las pulgas que evitaban que los guardias entraran a sus celdas. El Adviento nos llama a experimentar un gozo que no depende de las circunstancias. El nacimiento de Jesús trajo una alegría eterna al mundo, una alegría que permanece incluso en medio del sufrimiento. Su presencia nos da razones para regocijarnos, porque sabemos que nuestras pruebas son temporales, pero Su amor es eterno. ¿Dónde puedes encontrar gozo hoy? Permite que las pequeñas bendiciones diarias sean un recordatorio de la gran alegría que Jesús te ofrece. La Biblia dice en Filipenses 4:4:"Regocijaos en el Señor siempre. Otra vez digo: ¡Regocijaos!"
“Keine Situation unseres Lebens braucht unfruchtbar zu sein. Durch die Hingabe an Gott lässt sich alles in Segen verwandeln.” Corrie ten Boom Corrie ten Boom (* 15. April 1892 in Haarlem, Niederlande; † 15. April 1983 in Placentia, Kalifornien, USA) war eine niederländische Christin und Widerstandskämpferin, die während des Zweiten Weltkriegs aktiv Menschen, insbesondere Juden, vor der nationalsozialistischen Verfolgung rettete. Sie stammte aus einer tief religiösen Familie und arbeitete mit ihrem Vater, Casper ten Boom, und ihrer Schwester Betsie daran, Juden und Mitglieder des Widerstands in ihrem Haus zu verstecken, das als "Versteck" oder "Beje" bekannt wurde. Ihre Familie wurde 1944 von der Gestapo verhaftet, und Corrie sowie ihre Schwester Betsie wurden ins Konzentrationslager Ravensbrück deportiert. Betsie starb dort, doch Corrie überlebte und wurde durch einen Verwaltungsfehler freigelassen. Nach dem Krieg schrieb Corrie das Buch "Die Zuflucht" (The Hiding Place), in dem sie ihre Erlebnisse schilderte. Sie setzte sich Zeit ihres Lebens für Vergebung, Versöhnung und den Glauben an Gott ein. Corrie ten Boom ist eine inspirierende Persönlichkeit, die als Symbol für Widerstand, Glaube und Vergebung gilt. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de
Jesus is telling them to love their enemies, do good to those who hate them, bless those who curse them, and pray for those who spitefully use them. When someone hits them on the face, don't hit back but turn their cheek and allow them to hit them again. When someone demands their coat, give them their shirt also, give to anyone who asks, and when things are taken away from them, don't fight or sue them to get them back. (vv. 27-38) Basically, Jesus is teaching us, that true happiness and blessedness in life does not come from our circumstances, from people, from things, or even from ourselves (our success, our achievements, or even our good deeds), but it comes from our relationship with God through Jesus Christ. It is only by His grace, and by the control and the fruit of the Holy Spirit in our lives that we can have the attitude and heart to do the things Jesus is describing above. Jesus concludes this section in verses 37-38 by saying, “judge not, condemn not, forgive and give. Four things that sum up the attitude we should have toward people who offend, hurt, and abuse us. Two things we should not do and then two things we should do. Two negatives, don't, don't, and then two positives, do, do! Now these days we have been programed to dislike negative preaching in our churches and only want to hear the positive. But if we follow and study the Bible and God's way we must respond to the negative first. This reminds me of the Ten Commandments, that are the basics of the Moral Law of God for our lives. The first three are negative: No other gods, no idols or images, no misuse or blasphemy of God's name. Then two positives: Keep the sabbath, honor your parents. Then five negatives: don't murder, don't commit adultery, don't steal, don't lie, and don't covet. The negatives are needed to remind us that we are guilty of breaking God's law and His ways and pave the way for us to trust Him for mercy, grace, and forgiveness, and then for the strength and wisdom to do what we should do to please Him. So, after the two negatives, don't judge, don't condemn, Jesus says to forgive and give. How do you know if you really have forgiven someone for their offence or abuse of you? (By the way, this does not mean that you don't hold them accountable for their actions. You report their abuse to the proper authorities and remove yourself from them and from further abuse.) At the same time, in your heart, and in your attitude, you turn it over to the Lord, and you also pray for God to deal with them by convicting them of their sin. You pray for their salvation. When in your heart you forgive others for the hurt they have caused you, it will be evidenced by how you “give” them your prayers. True forgiveness is evidence of God's love at work in our hearts that allows us to be free to give. One of the most powerful illustrations of this kind of love and forgiveness is the story of Corrie Ten Boom. In September 1944, the Nazis deported Corrie and her sister, Betsie ten Boom to the Ravensbrück concentration camp for women in Germany. Life at Ravensbrück was almost unbearable, as they were abused. But Betsie and Corrie spent their time sharing Jesus' love with their fellow prisoners. Because of mistreatment Betsie died in Ravensbrück on 16th December 1944, aged 59. The last words she had spoken to Corrie before she died, were, “You must tell people what we have learned here. We must tell them that there is no pit so deep that God is not deeper still. They will listen to us Corrie, because we have been here.” After the war, Corrie Ten Boom learned how to forgive those who had caused her so much pain and suffering. Please take the time to go the blogs on my website to read the rest of Corrie's story and also a great article I found on forgiveness. What Forgiveness is and what it is not. https://www.pmiministries.org/post/corrie-ten-boon-and-forgiveness God bless!
Betsie Norris is the Founder and Executive Director of Adoption Network Cleveland: The Ohio Family Connection. Betsie is an adoptee who searched for and was reunited with her birthparents and siblings in 1986, when she was in her mid-twenties. She emerged from that experience with strong convictions about the lifelong journey of adoption for all involved, and the need for systemic change. She found Adoption Network Cleveland in 1988, was a volunteer for the first 7 years, and has been the Executive Director since 1995. Listen is as Betsie discusses the trauma around adoption, how to find support, her personal reunification and search process, as well as what boundaries to set for a healthy experience for all involved parties. Key Takeaways [00:03:15] Adoption as a lifelong journey [00:11:11] Search Challenges & Reunion Experiences [00:23:19] Navigating Family Boundaries [00:25:19] Modern Family Dynamics [00:29:19] Trauma in Adoption [00:38:13] Setting Boundaries During Your Search [00:42:34] What boundaries can look like in an open adoption [00:49:18] Supporting Foster Care Practices Where to Find Betsie Norris & The Adoption Network LinkedIn – Betsie Norris Instagram – @AdoptionNetCLE Website – AdoptionNetwork.org How to find us - Visit our website – hardnopodcast.com – for show notes, which include links to books and other helpful resources. Like what you hear? Please subscribe, rate and review so others can find us, and make sure to follow us on social media. We're @hardnopodcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube!
Blessings can come from adversity and we must trust God's sovereignty to work those things out. #daybydaylw Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org! ~~~ “Blessed be the LORD forever! Amen and Amen.” Psalm 89 ends with these words. What does this line mean? What does it mean that the LORD be blessed? It means “May the LORD be pleased forever.” It is a recognition of the absolute sovereignty and providence of God. This is Ethan's way of saying, “God, you know more than me, you are mightier than I am, and I trust you. Thank you for the fleas… Corrie ten Boom and her sister, Betsie, were prisoners in a Nazi concentration camp during WWII. Her family was caught hiding Jews in their home, and were thrown into Ravensbruck Camp prison. Amongst her imprisonment, Corrie tells of a time of thanksgiving in her book, The Hiding Place. Corrie and Betsie were able to smuggle a tattered bible into the flea infested barracks, which Nazi officers would never enter. When the passage “Be thankful in all circumstances” [1 Thess 5:18] was revealed to Betsie, she insisted they be thankful for everything, and began praying aloud. Betsie thanked God for all things, but when she thanked Him for even the fleas, Corrie disagreed. She hated fleas. They were nasty, pesky little bugs that kept biting her legs, and she would not be thankful for them. However, Betsie persisted, and Corrie succumbed to being thankful IN all circumstances. Later, they heard the Nazi officers refused to enter the barracks because of the fleas. The fleas kept them safe from being molested and abused. Dozens of desperate women were free to hear the comforting, hope-giving Word of God, and God made sure their deepest needs were met. Sometimes, blessings come out of adversity. Fleas look different for everyone; financial issues, marital crisis, or health problems can overwhelm our thoughts. God gives many warnings in scripture that un-thankfulness leads to pointless thinking. It takes practice to be thankful in spite our trials or fleas. We must be intentional to cultivate (nourish or fertilize) and practice thanksgiving
====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1=======================================================================DECIDETE HOYDevoción Matutina para Jóvenes 2024Narrado por: Daniel RamosDesde: Connecticut, Estados Unidos===================|| www.drministries.org ||===================24 DE JUNIONO HAY MAL QUE POR BIEN NO VENGA«Den gracias a Dios por todo» (1 Tesalonicenses 5: 18). Para el cristiano, detrás de cada nube brilla el sol y cada tragedia esconde una bendición.El pavoroso incendio de Londres empezó el 2 de septiembre de 1666. En cuatro días, dos terceras partes de la ciudad fueron destruidas. Doscientos mil personas se quedaron sin hogar y ochenta y nueve iglesias fueron arrasadas. ¿Habría alguna razón para agradecer a Dios en medio de una situación tan terrible? Pero esa tragedia escondía una bendición. El fuego destruyó la antigua ciudad de Londres, con sus cloacas abiertas, sus viejos edificios de madera, sus barrios bajos y calles sucias. La ciudad fue reconstruida con nuevos edificios y mejores sistemas de drenaje.Parece que el fuego tuvo un efecto purificador en el aire. Mató a miles de ratas y destruyó gérmenes de la peste bubónica, la cual había arrebatado la vida de muchos en años anteriores. Lo que pareció una tragedia en aquel momento resultó ser una bendición, pues salvó miles de vidas y convirtió a Londres en un lugar mejor para vivir. Otro ejemplo de bendición salida de una tragedia lo encontramos en lo que sucedió a Corrie ten Boom y a su hermana Betsie, quienes estaban en un campo de concentración alemán durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Un día las hermanas fueron trasladadas a la Barraca 28, que estaba llena de moscas. Ellas no veían cómo podrían vivir en un lugar tan sucio y agradecer a Dios por ello. Betsie leyó el versículo de hoy. —¿No ves? —dijo—. Debemos agradecer a Dios por todo. Algunos días después, descubrieron que, por causa de las moscas, los guardianes no entraban en la alcoba. Así las dos hermanas tenían libertad de leer sus Biblias y testificar, lo cual de otra manera no hubieran podido hacer. Dios tiene un propósito para todo lo que permite en tu vida. Él puede convertir el mal en bien y la tristeza en gozo. Él puede hacer que tu tragedia sea una bendición para ti y para otros. Él es fiel y te dará la fuerza y la paz que necesitas para enfrentar cualquier situación.
Mulholland Drive is a 2001 surrealist drama/mystery that was written and directed by David 'Garmonbozia' Lynch. The film stars Naomi Watts and Laura Harring as two women investigating the circumstances that brought Harring's character (Rita) to Watts' (Betty, not Betsie's, I promise) door. Along the way, surrealism happens. Ya know, Lynch stuff. Chapters: 00:00 - Opening 00:38 - Movie Trailer 01:37 - The Episode Proper --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mediaobscura/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mediaobscura/support
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The second in this 2 part series on The Hiding Place, this episode finishes out the story and pulls some more themes together. Through the extraordinary faith of Corrie and her sister Betsie, they are able to see the love and grace of God despite the dark circumstances they encounter. Both go through months of imprisonment because they were part of the Dutch Resistance. But they have the opportunity to lead Bible studies and encourage other prisoners; even to serve as witnesses to guards and officers. Finally, a theme of forgiveness is readily present as Corrie must grapple with how to forgive those who did much harm to her and her family. Through Christ, we see an example we should follow. Links for items mentioned:The Hiding Place (original movie — free on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zNDe30_eKwThe Hiding Place (2023 movie): https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0CQ6VK4T1/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rHiding Place museum: https://www.corrietenboom.com/en/homeThe Hiding Place Book (35th Anniversary Edition): https://a.co/d/d4hImFm
Sermon Notes Psalm 18:19b NIV He rescued me because He delighted in me. I Peter 4:8 NIV Above all else love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Luke 11:4a NIV Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. Colossians 3:13 NIV Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive just as the Lord forgave you. Luke 17:3b–4 ESV If your brother sins, rebuke him and if he repents forgive him. If he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times comes back to you and says, ‘I repent,’ forgive him. Colossians 3:19 NASB Husbands love your wives and do not be embittered against them. Proverbs 20:5 ESV The purposes of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out. John 5:6b NIV “Do you want to get well?” Matthew 18:34-35 NIV In anger his master turned him over to the jailers to be tortured until he should pay back all he owed. “This is how your my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.” You can’t forgive from your heart until you get in touch with the pain in your heart. Psalm 139:23-24 NIV Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Proverbs 18:19a NIV A brother (child) wronged (offended) is more unyielding than a fortified city. Genesis 27:42b NLT “… Listen, Esau is consoling himself by plotting to kill you.” Psalm 123:3-4 NIV Have mercy on us, O Lord, have mercy on us, for we have endured no end … of ridicule from the arrogant of contempt from the proud. “When He tells us to love our enemies He gives, along with the command, the love itself.” - Corrie ten Boom, The Hiding Place I stood there – I whose sins had again and again been forgiven – and could not forgive. Betsie had died in that place. Could he erase her slow terrible death simply for the asking“? It could have been many seconds that he stood there-hand held out-but to me. It seemed like hours as I wrestled with the most difficult thing I ever had to do…I had to do it…I knew that…forgiveness is an act of the will, and the will can function regardless of the temperature of the heart. “Jesus help me!” I prayed silently. As she reached out her hand to the former guard, Corrie says that something incredible took place. “The current started in my shoulder, raced down my arm, sprang into our joined hands. And then this healing warmth seemed to flood my whole being, bringing tears to my eyes. ‘I forgive you, brother!’ I cried. ‘With all my heart!” I had never known so love so intensely, as I did then, But even then, I realized it was not my love, it was the power of the Holy Spirt.” Colossians 2:13-15 NIV God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross. 1 John 3:14 NIV We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love each other. Anyone who does not love remains in death. Ezekiel 36:26-27 NIV I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws.
More to Consider Missionary statesman Hudson Taylor had complete trust in God's faithfulness. In his journal he wrote: Our heavenly Father is a very experienced One. He knows very well that His children wake up with a good appetite every morning...He sustained 3 million Israelites in the wilderness for 40 years. We do not expect He will send 3 million missionaries to China; but if He did, He would have ample means to sustain them all...Depend on it, God's work done in God's way will never lack God's supply. Our Daily Bread, May 16, 1992. One of God's faithful missionaries, Allen Gardiner, experienced many physical difficulties and hardships throughout his service to the Savior. Despite his troubles, he said, "While God gives me strength, failure will not daunt me." In 1851, at the age of 57, he died of disease and starvation while serving on Picton Island at the southern tip of South America. When his body was found, his diary lay nearby. It bore the record of hunger, thirst, wounds, and loneliness. The last entry in his little book showed the struggle of his shaking hand as he tried to write legibly. It read, "I am overwhelmed with a sense of the goodness of God." Unknown Often I have heard people say, "How good God is! We prayed that it would not rain for our church picnic, and look at the lovely weather!'" Yes, God is good when He sends good weather. But God was also good when He allowed my sister, Betsie, to starve to death before my eyes in a German concentration camp. I remember one occasion when I was very discouraged there. Everything around us was dark, and there was darkness in my heart. I remember telling Betsie that I thought God had forgotten us. "No, Corrie," said Betsie, "He has not forgotten us. Remember His Word: 'For as the heavens are high above the earth, so great is His steadfast love toward those who fear Him.'" Corrie concludes, "There is an ocean of God's love available--there is plenty for everyone. May God grant you never to doubt that victorious love--whatever the circumstances." Corrie Ten Boom.
Corrie and Betsie are transferred to a concentration camp. How will God bring good from the evil they've experienced? Meanwhile, Piper and the rest of the family head to the science fair. Subscribe to the CEF Podcast, so you don't miss any of our episodes!
In dit interview met Betsie als mede-eigenaresse van Bagels en Beans Enschede en echtgenote van Rob, is het woord voornamelijk aan Betsie. Ze legt uit hoe ze veganisme kan implementeren bij haar lunchroom en hoe ze het werken in een niet volledig vegan zaak toch voor zichzelf kan verantwoorden.
Corrie, Betsie, and Casper make room and preparations to protect Jews in their home, but will it be enough? Meanwhile, Piper makes preparations for the science fair. Uniting kids with the good news of the Gospel through adventures and foundational, biblical truths. Subscribe to the CEF Podcast, so you don't miss any of our episodes!
Leslie continues her Historical Mentors series with a powerful look at the example of Betsie ten Boom. “Spiritualized chaos” is what defines much of modern Christianity. Betsie had every reason - circumstantially speaking - to let frustration, anger, defeat, depression, and chaos rule in her soul and in her outward environment. Yet she chose a different pattern - God's pattern. Betsie allowed the light, joy, peace, and order of Jesus Christ to transform her from the inside out, and it affected everything about her life - from her countenance, to her words, to even creating an atmosphere of beauty in her prison cell. For more resources from Leslie, visit www.setapart.org. To learn about our 2024 Set Apart conference, visit https://setapart.org/2024-set-apart-conference/. To learn about our 2024 Ellerslie training programs, visit https://ellerslie.com/daily/. To support Set Apart Ministries, visit https://setapart.org/support-setapart/.
The Road Less Travelled By Proverbs 4 We'll be looking at Proverbs 4 today. You can find that on page 628 This is Solmon's 5th lesson on wisdom. In these opening chapters, he's been answering the “what,” the “why,” and the “how” questions of wisdom. Last week was another “why” answer. Why pursue wisdom? Because the value of wisdom is beyond what we can even imagine. This chapter, chapter 4, answers another “how” question – “how do I stay on the path of wisdom?” The answer: Cherish wisdom every day of your life. As I read, listen for two things. Listen to the language of keeping or holding on to wisdom and listen for the language of the path or way of wisdom. Reading of Proverbs 4:1-27 Prayer Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Robert Frost's poem, “The Road Not Taken” is perhaps America's most well-known poem. Those are the opening lines. Likely you are more familiar with how it closes: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less travelled by, And that has made all the difference. As the literature teachers here would probably tell you, the poem is often misunderstood. When we hear it, we immediately think of the path of life. After all, choosing the right path makes all the difference, as it says. But, as I understand it, Frost was actually making fun of an indecisive friend. This friend struggled to pick any path in the woods. Nonetheless, his poem has become a symbol of life's journey. In a way, it appeals to that inner sense that there are different paths in life…. that we need to choose a path. And, of course, it also appeals to American individualism – choosing a path less travelled. Well, Proverbs 4 is about the path of life. It's about choosing the road less travelled by, the path of wisdom. And it's contrasted with the path of evil. Now, you may have noticed this: At the end of almost every wisdom lesson so far, Solomon concludes by identifying 2 paths. · On one hand, he has talked about the ignorant, the fool, the complacent, and the wicked. And he's described their end. They will be cut off or rooted out or disgraced. · On the other hand, he's talked about the wise, the righteous, and the upright. They will inherit honor or remain in the land. · Two paths – one leading to life and one leading to death We get here to chapter 4, and it what it does is expands on the 2 paths of life. But instead of just describing the two paths – he's already done that. Solomon tells his sons how to stay on the path. This is critically important. You know that famous quote: "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." That's true, but the journey doesn't end with the first step, no it takes step after step. Wisdom begins with the reverent fear of the Lord, but that's just the beginning of the journey. Wisdom is a life-long journey. What's interesting about this chapter is that there are three themes present. However, they're not logically ordered. Rather, these three themes permeate the chapter. So instead of working through this sequentially, we'll take it thematically. What are those three themes? Three “H” words. Hearing, Holding, and Heeding the way of wisdom. Hearing the wisdom of God; Holding to the wisdom of God; and Heeding the wisdom of God. Hearing, Holding, and Heeding. Let me put it this way: these are the three keys that will help you stay on the path of wisdom. Hearing Honestly, I don't want to spend too much time on hearing. This is not the first time we've come across the importance of hearing wisdom. A few weeks ago we considered how we are bombarded today by different messages from our culture. It's hard, isn't it, to filter through everything out there and to hear true wisdom. And, do you remember where we go to listen to God's wisdom? We go to God's commands and his teaching. We find that in his Word. Hearing is essential on the journey of wisdom. I think you would agree with me, that makes sense. Note the very first word of chapter 4. “Hear.” Hear what? “Hear, O sons, a father's instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight, for I give you good precepts; do not forsake my teaching.” This is the king of Israel. He's speaking about the teaching that had been passed down through the ages. It was passed to his father, King David. David then taught Solomon, and now King Solmon is passing it to the next generation. You can see that generational connection right there in verses 3 and 4. “when I was a son, my father taught me.” Now, jump down to verses 10. Solmon re-emphasizes the need to “hear” him. There's that word, again, “hear.” Then in 11, he explains: “I have taught you the way of wisdom; I have led you in the paths of uprightness.” He's saying, “my son, these are the things of God: his commandments, his precents, his covenant promises. Hear them. Receive my teaching.” And notice yet again, down in verse 20. Solomon once more reemphasizes the need to hear: “be attentive to my words; incline your ear to my sayings.” Children, you have your life ahead of you. Lord willing, he will give you length of days. There are so many things for you to learn. Good things to learn about the world, about history, things to learn in the various career paths. But the most important thing to learn is about God: All the things he has revealed to us in his Word. Wonderful things about who God is and his love for you in Christ. Kids, your parents and others are teaching you these things. And the very first responsibility you have on your life journey is to listen to God and his word. And I think you all know this, it's not a one-time thing. No, throughout our whole lives, we are to be listening to God - studying his Word (all of it!). We're to listen attentively to it. Let me put it this way, you can't walk on the path of wisdom or stay on the path if you're not listening to the word of wisdom. Hearing is required. There's, of course, more to say about hearing. This won't be the last time we talk about hearing, so I'll leave it at that. Holding Next holding. Not just hearing God's wisdom but holding on to the wisdom of God. Cherishing it constantly all your days. Never letting it go! This idea is all through these verses. Really, it's the main trust of what Solomon is conveying to his children. Yes, hear my teaching, but also hold on to my teaching. First, look at verse 4 “let your heart hold fast my words.” Verse 5. “do not forget” and “do not turn away from the words of my mouth.” Verse 6 – “Do not forsake her.” Solmon is speaking about lady wisdom. And did you notice how personal this is. “love her, and she will guard you.” Verse 8 “prize her highly, and she will exalt you. She will honor you if you embrace her.” In other words, holding on to wisdom should not be a stubborn duty-bound endeavor. Rather, I think the word cherish is the right word here. Hold on to her lovingly because she will give you life. Look down at verse 13: “keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her;” and then look what it says, “for she is your life.” On the journey of life, the wisdom of God gives you life. Many of you have heard of Corrie Ten Boom. Perhaps some of you have read her book, The Hiding Place. Corrie and her family lived outside of Amsterdam during World War 2. They were Christians… and they were part of a network of believers who hid Jews from the Nazis. They helped them and others escape. They had a clock business which they used as a cover for their true operations. As you can imagine, the Ten Booms put themselves at grave risk because of their endeavors. The Nazis had taken over the region in 1940, so for multiple years they continued in their efforts to save people. During this time, Corrie and her whole family memorized Scripture. Her father would recite from God's word and often from Psalm 119. He would read this: “Lord, You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word. Deliver me from evildoers” It, of course, gave them encouragement to continue in their work. But it would also be their lifeline. You see, in February of 1944, the Ten Boom family was arrested. Corrie and her sister Betsie were sent off to Ravensbrook concentration camp. There they endured the harshest of conditions. In her book, Corrie recounts the neglect, the disease, and the starvation. Her sister, in fact, did not survive. Through those dark and difficult days, Corrie describes how God's Word sustained them. She and Betsie would recite the Scriptures they had memorized. It was their life. Not only was it a lifeline for them, but they would also share the Word with the other women. Corrie wrote this: “Nobody can take away from you those texts from the Bible which you have learned by heart.” You see, she heard the word and she held on to the word. It was life for her. If you've never read The Hiding Place, I would encourage you to. Someone told me once that they read it every single year. It reminds them of the priorities in life, of evil in the world, and of being sustained by the Lord and his Word. Back to Proverbs 4. Down in verses 21-23 we find the same theme - holding on to God's wisdom as a source of life. After Solomon calls his son to be attentive to his words, he says, “let them not escape from your sight. Keep them within your heart.” And expanding on that in verse 23: “keep your heart with all vigilance.” Why? Listen to what he says: “for from it flows the springs of life.” We hold onto wisdom, we cherish it, because it helps keep us on the path. So, constantly remind yourself of God's truth and commands. And do that through days of plenty and days of lack, through temptation and sickness and persecution, in times of joy and sadness. Holding onto and guarding wisdom will sustain you on the path of life. Heeding So, first hearing. Hearing is not a one-time thing or for one period in your life. No, it's attentively listening to God and his word all your days. Second, holding onto it. Keeping it. Embracing it. Hiding God's wisdom in your heart. This is also not a one-time thing. No, we're to hold onto it every step of the 1000-mile journey. And third, heeding - heeding the way of wisdom. You can stuff all the Scripture you want in your head, and you can actually believe it. But you also need to respond to it. You need to take action because of it. In other words, heeding is obeying. And just like hearing and holding are found all throughout this chapter… and are described as lifetime pursuits on the journey. So also is heeding. It's captured here in the language of walking. And staying on the path. And not veering to the path of evil. · Verse 5, for example: not only does Solmon command his son to not forget his instruction, but Solmon next commands his son to not “turn away from the words of my mouth” That means to be faithful to them. · Verses 11 speak of the “way of wisdom,” which is the way of “uprightness,” as it says. Theres that idea again that wisdom has a moral component to it. Know the wisdom of God and reflect the wisdom of God. · Verse 12 continues the image of walking. When you walk in this way, “your step will not be hampered, and if you run you will not stumble.” In other words, wisdom is an endurance race. It's not a sprint. You'll also notice in chapter 4 that to heed wisdom is to stay on the path. It's not straying onto the wrong path. One time, I was competing in a bicycle road race up in north Georgia. That was a long time ago. I was doing pretty well, I thought… but a few miles in, there was an arrow spray painted on the road to take a turn. It was a little faded, but I thought, “ok, ok, this must be the way to go.” No one else was around, so I turned. The problem was, I hadn't study the course map before the race. The arrow on the road was from the prior year's course. For miles and miles, I rode my heart out. No one was around me. I thought I was killing it, but I had gotten on the wrong path. The funny thing is, eventually it brought me to the finish line but from the wrong direction! So, I just rode up a little ways, turned around, and came back. Look at verse 14. “Do not enter the path of the wicked.” And “do not walk in the way of evil.” “Avoid it,” it says. “Turn away from it and pass on.” Verse 15. And look how the path of wisdom is described in verse 18: “the path of the righteous.” You see, the path itself, is the path of heeding the way of wisdom. And the last 4 verses really capture it all: “Put away crooked speech… and devious talk” This is not like putting dishes away to be used later. No, the Hebrew is much stronger. Literally “remove it.” Let it be no more. He adds… ”let your eyes look directly forward” …”do not swerve to the right or to the left.” Try something later today. Try walking in a straight line while you head is turned and you are focusing on something off to the side. You'll find that it's very hard. On the path of life, there are many distracting, appealing things on the wrong path. Solomon says, don't even gaze over at them. No, face forward and continue straight. And the chapter concludes, “turn your foot away from evil.” Do you see what Proverbs 4 is saying? Wisdom is not a one and done thing. You don't just arrive at wisdom and then coast. No, wisdom is a life journey. It's a way of life. And it requires hearing, holding, and heeding. The sad reality of this chapter is to consider Solmon himself. He wrote Proverbs as a young man, as a young king, with young sons. Yet, the lifelong path of wisdom that he describes is not the path that he persisted on. No, Solomon swerved from the truth. We read from 1 Kings 11 earlier. It describes how Solomon lost sight of God. In fact, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 17, the kings of Israel were given specific commands: Kings were not to acquire many horses for themselves, lest it caused the people to return to Egypt Also, kings were not to acquire many wives nor acquire excess silver and gold, lest his heart turn away from God. So far, Solomon is 0 for 3. No, instead, do you know what kings were commanded to do? They were to keep a copy of God's law. Let me read you exactly what Deuteronomy 17 commands for the kings: “he shall read [the law] all the days of his life” (in other words, hearing). It continues: “that he may learn to fear the Lord his God by keeping all the words of this law and these statutes,” (In other words, holding). It continues, “and doing them,” it says (heeding). And then Deuteronomy 17 explains why: “that his heart may not be lifted up above his brothers, and that he may not turn aside from the commandment, either to the right hand or to the left, so that he may continue long in his kingdom, he and his children, in Israel.” Solomon broke these. He lost sight of God's commandments and of God himself. And it happened because he failed to hear, hold, and heed God's wisdom all his days. Now, you are probably asking “is there any hope for anyone? I mean if King Solomon with all his God given wisdom couldn't hold and heed wisdom in his life, ca anyone stay on the path? Is there any way?” That is the question. And what I want to say is that Proverbs 4 is not setting us up for failure. No, rather Proverbs 4 is leading us to The Way. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” In fact, do you know how they referred to Jesus followers in the New Testament? They are referred to as those belonging to The Way. In the book of Acts chapter 9, the apostle Paul, before his conversion, was persecuting those “belonging to The Way.” (capital “W”) In Acts 18, Priscilla and Aquila explained to Apollos “the way of God” more accurately. Twice in Acts chapter 19, and twice more in chapter 24, it describes the Christian life as “The Way” – again capital “W.” Following Jesus is the way of God. He is the path of righteousness. But there's something important to understand, though. Don't picture in your mind Jesus walking on a path and you are there following behind trying to keep up. Don't picture yourself tripping and falling, and then having to run to catch back up to him. No, Jesus said, “I am the way.” The way of wisdom is Christ. Following Christ is giving your life to him. It's recognizing your utter inability, because of your sin, to hear, hold, and heed the wisdom of God. Jesus is the one who hears, holds, and heeds the wisdom of God for you. Picture it this way, when you fall (I didn't say “if” I said “when”)… when you fall, Jesus lifts you up and restores you to the path of life… or if necessary, he carries you the rest of the way. I hope you are following me here. None of what I just said takes away from the call of Proverbs 4. Following the one who is the way, makes the way of Proverbs 4 possible. · When you come to Christ, you are given ears to hear the way of truth and the commandments of God. The Spirit of God opens up the ears of your heart to hear his truth. · You are also given his Gospel to hold all your days. When you come to believe that Christ died for you so that you may live, it is the beginning of a lifetime of cherishing the grace of the cross all of your days. In fact, he is the one who is holding you fast. · And last, you are enabled to heed the commands of God. Jesus is the upright one. And through his Spirit in your life, you can reflect his righteousness. Hear, Hold, and Heed the wisdom of God in Christ. Let me end by putting it this way: Following Christ is the road less travelled by, that truly does make all the difference.
The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom with John and Elizabeth Sherrill is a remarkable story of an amazing family's dedication to serving God wholeheartedly. Join Kate and I as we discuss the impactfulness of Casper ten Boom and his family while they operate their watch shop in Holland. The family is always on the alert for ways to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Aristotle said, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” The ten Booms were unwaveringly solid in this area. They started each day focused on God and His word and ended each day the same way! What an amazing example of the power of routines! Have you wondered what enables ordinary people to do extraordinary things? Corrie gives readers the prepwork for being 'all in' as disciples of Christ. I think that is the linchpin! The linchpin keeps the wheels turning through dust and mud. If an axle's linchpin is removed, even 50%, the results are catastrophic. Our linchpin is God and living a life to glorify Him is the purpose for our existence. The ten Booms were ready, willing to hide Jews even at their own peril. The family successfully hid many Jews during a year and a half before a traitor exposed their operation. The story doesn't end at the raid, it just changes direction. In prison, Betsie and Corrie were able to hold Bible studies, and time after time the demeanor of the women changed and they became more Christ-like. Denying self is a concept that society has really muddied the waters on, but this family clearly had it figured out. This inspiring book is one that readers will not soon forget. It will bless you and your family greatly! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/recapbookchat/message
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This is the fifth episode in our Women of Valor series! These women have made a huge impact on Carole's life, and she wants to share them with you.Corrie Ten Boom is most notably remembered for her book, The Hiding Place, which details her family's story of hiding Jews in their home and how she suffered in a concentration camp alongside her sister, Betsie. In this episode, Carole shares about some of the other books Corrie wrote including: In My Father's House, Tramp for the Lord; Common Sense Not Needed; Don't Wrestle, Just Nestle. You will never regret reading one of Corrie Ten Boom's books! Click HERE to shop in the online store!Click HERE to learn about upcoming seminars! Support the showHelp us share the message of homeschool made simple with others by leaving a rating and review. Thank you for helping us get the word out!Follow along on Instagram here!Visit our website to sign up to receive an exclusive discount for your first purchase in our online store!
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Corrie Ten Boom shares about her incredible testimony. Corrie was born in a dutch watchmaker family who loved Jesus. She accepted Jesus as her savior at 5 years old. While hiding Jews during WW2 their family was turned in by a friend and her family were sent to the concentration camps. Corrie along with her sister, Betsie suffered from the hands of evil men who attacked and harassed them. Betsie died in the camp, but corrie was set free, and spent the rest of her life serving Jesus and sharing about His love and forgiveness.
Corrie Ten Boom shares about her incredible testimony. Corrie was born in a dutch watchmaker family who loved Jesus. She accepted Jesus as her savior at 5 years old. While hiding Jews during WW2 their family was turned in by a friend and her family were sent to the concentration camps. Corrie along with her sister, Betsie suffered from the hands of evil men who attacked and harassed them. Betsie died in the camp, but corrie was set free, and spent the rest of her life serving Jesus and sharing about His love and forgiveness.
Devocional Cristiano para Menores - UN RAYITO DE LUZ PARA CADA DÍA Fecha: 15-12-2022 Título: BETSIE TEN BOOM Autor: Gabriela Brizuela, Ninayette Galleguillos, Magaly Tuesta, Mirta de Samojluk, Cinthya Samojluk Locución: La tía Fabi http://evangelike.com/devocionales-cristianos-para-menores/
Today Rachel and Megan are joined by Betsie of Hallmark Happenings Podcast to talk about Hallmark Christmas movies weekend 1: WE WISH YOU A MARRIED CHRISTMAS, NOEL NEXT DOOR Our Christmas podcasts are at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4f2KtBPzUE&list=PLXv4sBF3mPUDo41tHqhkjHCvedmZwLzHx Follow Megan at https://twitter.com/megand320 Follow Betsie's podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hallmark-happenings-podcast/id1573119106 Follow David at https://www.piecingpod.com/ Follow us on ITunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hallmarkies-podcast/id1296728288?mt=2 https://twitter.com/HallmarkiesPod on twitter @HallmarkiesPodcast on Instagram HallmarkiesPodcast.com Get some of our great podcast merch https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hallmarkies?ref_id=8581 Please support the podcast on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/hallmarkies Follow Rachel's blog at http://rachelsreviews.net Follow Rachel on twitter twitter.com/rachel_reviews Follow Rachel's Reviews on youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/rachelsreviews Follow Rachel on facebook www.facebook.com/smilingldsgirl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I saw and heard a woman speak in a church once nearly fifty years ago. Her name was Corrie ten Boom. She carried the “brand-marks of Jesus” (Galatians 6.17) on her body. While at the notorious Ravensbruck “death camp,” Corrie and her sister Betsie conducted Bible studies with fellow women prisoners in a flea infested barracks. “The guards never came in to stop them, because of the fleas. So Corrie and Betsie thanked God for the fleas!” Flea bites were Corrie's “brand-marks.” Until I suffer like Paul or Corrie, I will never compare my plight with theirs. There is no comparison between me and saints like that.
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================================================== ==SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1================================================== == DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADULTOS 2022“NUESTRO MARAVILLOSO DIOS”Narrado por: Roberto NavarroDesde: Chiapas, MéxicoUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church 20 DE JUNIOBARRACA NUMERO 28«El que habita al abrigo del Altísimo morará bajo la sombra del Omnipotente. Diré yo a Jehová: "Esperanza mía y castillo mío; mi Dios, en quien confiare"». Salmos 91: 1-2LO LLAMABAN «EL LUGAR LOCO, donde se abriga la esperanza». Esa era la Barraca 28 de Ravensbruck, el campo de concentración para mujeres en la Alemania Nazi donde se calculó que apareció cerca de cien mil personas entre 1939 y 1945.En medio de ese infierno que era Ravensbruck, la Barraca 28 era el lugar donde un puñado de mujeres se atrevía a abrigar esperanza, aunque, desde el punto de vista humano, no había nada bueno que esperar. ¿Cuál era la base de su esperanza? Las promesas de la Palabra de Dios que, dos veces al día, leían en la Barraca 28.¿Cómo llegó esa Biblia a Ravensbruck? Corrie Ten Boom nos cuenta que era medianoche cuando ella y su hermana Betsie, junto a más de mil prisioneras, arribaron a Ravensbruck en septiembre de 1944. En el punto de inspección, cada mujer debía despojarse de toda su ropa, e ir a las duchas ante la mirada de los guardias.-Señor, ¿cómo podré pasar mi Biblia ante tantos guardias? -- Preguntó Corrie en oración.Entonces, junto con Betsie, pidió permiso para salir de la fila e ir al baño. El permiso le fue concedido. Una vez en el baño, escondió la Biblia bajo una de las bancas. Cuando le tocó su turno para ir a las duchas, ahí mismo la encontró. Solo quedó un problema: a la salida de los baños los guardias revisaron de nuevo. ¿Cómo esconder la Biblia debajo de la delgada tela del vestido? Otra vez oro.-Señor, por favor envía a tus ángeles para que me escuden, de modo que los guardias no me pueden ver.Cuenta Corrie que la mujer que estaba delante de ella en la fila fue inspeccionada. También Betsie, que estaba detrás, pero no a ella. ¡Como si hubiera sido invisible!Fue así como la Biblia llegó a la Barraca 28, «el lugar de la esperanza»: «El lugar donde aprendimos —escribe Corrie-, que un poder superior tiene la última palabra, incluso aquí [en un campo de concentración]». *Quizá te estás preguntando: «¿Y cómo podrían estudiar la Biblia sin que los guardias supieran?». Pues resulta que a la Barraca 28 los guardias no se atrevían a entrar porque estaba infestada de pulgas y piojos. ¡Con razón pueden estudiar la Biblia sin ser molestadas en lo más mínimo! **¿Conclusión? ¡El Dios que usó a los ángeles ya los piojos para ayudar a sus hijas ayer, también puede hacer un milagro por ti hoy! Esperanza mía y castillo mío, eres el Dios de lo imposible, y eres mi Dios. En ti confiaré hoy y siempre. Amén.*Corrie Ten Boom, Tramp for the Lord, Revell, 1974, pp. 22-24. ** Corrie Ten Boom, citada por Steve Halliday y William Travis, en How Great Thou Art, Multnomah, 1999, lectura para el 9 de diciembre.
Betsie Norris is the Founder and Executive Director of Adoption Network Cleveland: The Ohio Family Connection. Betsie is an adoptee who searched for and was reunited with her birthparents and siblings in 1986, when she was in her mid-twenties. She emerged from that experience with strong convictions about the lifelong journey of adoption for all involved, and the need for systemic change. She found Adoption Network Cleveland in 1988, was a volunteer for the first 7 years, and has been the Executive Director since 1995. With a wide array of programs and services, Adoption Network Cleveland has been recognized nationally as a successful model for effective service and advocacy for members of the adoption community including adoptees, adoptive, foster and kinship families, birthparents and siblings, youth in foster care and related professionals. Betsie has become a frequent spokesperson in the media and has led the organization to long-term success building innovative programs and having a strong advocacy voice. Major advocacy achievements include leading successful efforts to decrease barriers to permanency for youth lingering in foster care, and changing laws about access to records resulting in Ohio adoptees gaining access to their original birth certificates. Adoption Network Cleveland served as the lead agency of the Adopt Cuyahoga's Kids Initiative, a public-private-philanthropic partnership which was responsible for reducing the number of youth waiting for adoption in Cuyahoga County foster care from 1,700 in 2004 to approximately 500 in 2018. The organization has supported and assisted in thousands of successful adoptee/birthparent, adoptee/sibling and DNA searches and reunions, and has been a leader in supporting families to enhance permanency for children and youth. Over a 25+ year period, Betsie took the lead on legislation to reform Ohio's adoption laws, and as a result all Ohio-born adult adoptees adopted have access to to their original birth certificates, including 400,000 adoptees adopted in Ohio's formerly "closed" period (1964-1996) starting in March 2015. The story of her involvement is highlighted in the short documentary https://vimeo.com/101580095 (An Adoptee ROARed in Ohio: The Betsie Norris Story) by Jean Strauss, which debuted at the Cleveland International Film Festival in 2014. Betsie is co-author of Journeys After Adoption: Understanding the Lifelong Process (Bergin & Garvey, 2002) and her story is featured in several books. Prior to her work in adoption and child welfare, Betsie worked as an RN in child and adolescent psychiatry. Music by Corey Quinn
Before we move full-speed ahead with Loveuary, let's take a look back and see what were our favorites from the New Year, New Movies line-up. In this episode, I'm joined by Betsie from Hallmark Happenings. To hear more from Betsie: https://www.hallmarkhappenings.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6g For other Hallmark movie reviews be sure to check out the Dear Hallmark YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe7R8-e6d13cee5QMo_Oltw Dear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dearhallmark/message
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