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Prayer for America Message Summary: As Americans, we are a privileged people, all of us, to live in a country, relative to the rest of the world, that is privileged. The key element of this :privilege” is freedom. However, something has been changing -- we are seeing many of the freedoms and blessings of America changing into curses. For example, our obsession with materialism has put most Americans into the bondage of debt; and our drive to feel happy has led many into the addiction of drugs and alcohol. We must all realize that our freedoms and liberties must be used for Godly purposes, or we will lose our freedoms. As we are told in Psalms 33:12: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!". Today, through our actions, laws, and the cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. While God is love, He is, also, justice. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and to lives without Him. The signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The American Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. With God's Ten Commandments as the cornerstone of our Democracy, most Americans and those others living in our country cannot name even three of the Ten Commandments. If a Christian religious context was assumed, by the founders of America and the government based on the Constitution, it seems we have a significant problem in our culture today. Now, it appears, America's focus is to get rid of all things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much, these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square appear to be succeeding. Today, we must all Pray for America – to carve out a time each day when we, each and every one of us, prays for America. In our prayers, we must confess our sins as individuals and collectively as a country. Additionally, we must pray for our President, Members of Congress, the Supreme Court, and our other leaders and those others in authority. Our Prayers for America should pray for the moral issues of today; blessings and protection for our leaders that are walking the walk of their Christian faith; and for a Spiritual Revival and Awakening in America. We will not survive as a nation unless the people of God stand up before God and plead for the survival of America. Spiritual laws are like the laws of physics – they are absolute unless another force intervenes. Therefore, as America increases its violation of God's laws at an increasing rate, we will face both the implicit and explicit consequences of violating God's laws unless He intervenes – we must pray for God's intervention! Paul instructs us for our prayers in 1 Timothy 2:1-6: “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.". We must make Praying for America and, personally, for its leaders a priority in our lives. If we are praying, then God will show us what to do. Only the intervention of God will change the downward direction of America, and we must ask through our prayers. God has intervened before, and He will do it again. America was built on prayer, as we learn from the writings of Benjamin Franklin, and upon the Christian faith of our founders. Will You pray for America and take responsibility for the survival America and its blessings and freedoms for our country today and for our children and grandchildren in the future? TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):Psalms 33:12; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; James 1:4; Proverbs 3:5-6; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. 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Prayer for America Message Summary: As Americans, we are a privileged people, all of us, to live in a country, relative to the rest of the world, that is privileged. The key element of this :privilege” is freedom. However, something has been changing -- we are seeing many of the freedoms and blessings of America changing into curses. For example, our obsession with materialism has put most Americans into the bondage of debt; and our drive to feel happy has led many into the addiction of drugs and alcohol. We must all realize that our freedoms and liberties must be used for Godly purposes, or we will lose our freedoms. As we are told in Psalms 33:12: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!". Today, through our actions, laws, and the cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. While God is love, He is, also, justice. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and to lives without Him. The signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The American Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. With God's Ten Commandments as the cornerstone of our Democracy, most Americans and those others living in our country cannot name even three of the Ten Commandments. If a Christian religious context was assumed, by the founders of America and the government based on the Constitution, it seems we have a significant problem in our culture today. Now, it appears, America's focus is to get rid of all things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much, these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square appear to be succeeding. Today, we must all Pray for America – to carve out a time each day when we, each and every one of us, prays for America. In our prayers, we must confess our sins as individuals and collectively as a country. Additionally, we must pray for our President, Members of Congress, the Supreme Court, and our other leaders and those others in authority. Our Prayers for America should pray for the moral issues of today; blessings and protection for our leaders that are walking the walk of their Christian faith; and for a Spiritual Revival and Awakening in America. We will not survive as a nation unless the people of God stand up before God and plead for the survival of America. Spiritual laws are like the laws of physics – they are absolute unless another force intervenes. Therefore, as America increases its violation of God's laws at an increasing rate, we will face both the implicit and explicit consequences of violating God's laws unless He intervenes – we must pray for God's intervention! Paul instructs us for our prayers in 1 Timothy 2:1-6: “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.". We must make Praying for America and, personally, for its leaders a priority in our lives. If we are praying, then God will show us what to do. Only the intervention of God will change the downward direction of America, and we must ask through our prayers. God has intervened before, and He will do it again. America was built on prayer, as we learn from the writings of Benjamin Franklin, and upon the Christian faith of our founders. Will You pray for America and take responsibility for the survival America and its blessings and freedoms for our country today and for our children and grandchildren in the future? TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):Psalms 33:12; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; James 1:4; Proverbs 3:5-6; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. 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On this Fourth of July Week, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our County to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Click to see larger versin The Power of the Holy Spirit is For You, Today. What is the Holy Spirit? Is it a ghost? A weird feeling? Or something more? In this week's powerful message, our guest speaker, Cornelius, gets real about the Holy Spirit. He shares his own incredible story – from a life-changing encounter as a young man that left him seeing stars, to seeing God move in miraculous ways in one of the toughest places on earth. This isn't about abstract theology; this is about a real power that is available to every single one of us, right here, right now, in Jordanthorpe. Cornelius breaks it down for us, looking at three key moments: In Jesus' Life: The Holy Spirit wasn't just a nice extra for Jesus; He was essential. He was the power that Jesus operated in to heal the sick, free those trapped in their struggles, and kickstart His whole mission. Jesus showed us the blueprint for a life filled with God's power. In the Early Church: After Jesus left, He didn't leave his followers on their own. He sent the Holy Spirit, and everything changed. Normal, everyday people like Peter were suddenly filled with a new boldness. They spoke out, they saw people healed, and they started a movement that spread across the world. Cornelius reminds us that this power wasn't just for a special few, but as the Bible says, for "you, your children, and for all who are far off" – that includes us! In Our Lives Today: This is where it gets personal. Cornelius shares openly about his own struggles, including a time of deep depression in his ministry when nothing seemed to be working. He discovered that a half-hearted approach wasn't enough. Through prayer and fasting, he experienced a "suddenly" moment where God's presence changed everything, turning failure into incredible fruitfulness. The message is simple but profound: The same Spirit that empowered Jesus and the first disciples is not just a story in a book. He is here for you. He gives us gifts – not to make us look super-spiritual, but to make a real difference in the lives of people around us. He gives us power to overcome the challenges we face and to bring God's life and hope into our community. If you've ever felt like there must be more to faith, or if you're facing a situation that feels impossible, this message is for you. Get ready to be encouraged and challenged to ask for the power of the Holy Spirit in your own life. Bible References from the Sermon: Acts 1:8 Luke 4:1-14 Luke 4:18-19 (quoting Isaiah 61) Matthew 16:15 Acts 2:39 Acts 10 (The story of Cornelius) Acts 10:38 1 Corinthians 12 (The Gifts of the Spirit) John 10:10 Transcription Hallelujah, I'm excited, and you don't know what I'm excited about, well I'm excited because there's lots going on in MCF. This week we were in Baitmore with Ross and Steve in the park which was amazing, yesterday we were here with Lily's Cloth Bank, it was amazing. You know, MCF is doing so much stuff in the community, reaching people, right there, amen. Today I'm going to speak about an amazing topic, when Nick sent me a text, can you speak on, can you put the first one on, what is that? The Holy Spirit, it's not the Holy Spirit, it was only like a dove, the Holy Spirit came upon Jesus, like a dove. But there are many pictures of the dove, I've got a few pictures for today just to help emphasize the message, as well I put some verses in there to help you understand, because this morning I'm going to talk about the Holy Spirit, it's powerful, the Holy Spirit is emotional to me, because I've got a history with the Holy Spirit, and therefore I want to bring this morning the Holy Spirit to you, and I want to pray that the Holy Spirit will work in you, and come to you, and therefore open up your hearts and let God do a work. First of all, what are the most important events in a person's life, there are a few you think may be like, you know, getting married, or whatever, you know, getting your first car, no no no, I'm going much deeper, for any person, most important thing is to be born, amen, you're here on earth because God created you, he loves you, he wants you, you are wanted, and that's how you came on this earth, amen, number one. Number two, Jesus coming into your life, when you receive Jesus, something happens, when you start to believe what he has done, something comes in you, because God loved this world so much that he gave his only son, for you, if you believe, you will not be condemned but receive eternal life. So the second most important part for your life is that you receive Jesus. Now the third part, the third most important event is, next verse, the first I'm going to talk about today, the verse I received, Acts 1 verse 8, you will receive power from on high when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. Now it's very controversial because there are many different denominations and churches who talk about it or don't talk about it, but my experience, most important part, was first to receive Jesus, secondly to receive the Holy Spirit in my life, that's what I'm going to talk about this morning, I want to make it as easy as possible for you to understand, we're going to go into the word, can you do the next one, go into the word and I want to look at the Holy Spirit in three parts, in three periods, I'm going to look at Jesus, how the Holy Spirit worked in Jesus and then secondly, the apostles, when Jesus left this earth, we want to look at the apostles, what he did and then we want to look at 2025, today, is the Holy Spirit still operating today, is he still working today, so that is where we are going. So when I started writing my notes, I came quickly up to ten pages because there's so much to talk about the Holy Spirit, but don't worry, I'm very good at summarizing so I'll bring it back to, watch the time, watch the time, we're going to start, the Holy Spirit, I'm talking about most important events in your life, but the biggest event in history, of course, was when Jesus came to earth, when Jesus stepped into time, from heaven into time and he started his ministry, I mean, for the world, people say like, you know, the most important event in history might be the empire or this king or that king or that battle, but we all know, really, the most important event in history is when Jesus stepped into this earth, massively important, because it changed everything, amen? So when Jesus came, he was baptized and the Holy Spirit came upon him, like a dove, not as a dove, like a dove, and then he went into the desert, and he went, it says, in Luke 4, he went in the desert, full of the Holy Spirit, I'm talking about the Holy Spirit today, so you're going to hear that word a lot, full of the Holy Spirit, he went into the desert, and there something happened in the desert, because then, verse 14, he comes out of the desert in the power of the Holy Spirit, so something in that time of the desert, something happened, he went in fasting and praying, and there he met the devil, he came into a time, something, he went into a battle, and by the word of God, he conquered the temptations the devil brought to him, he came through, and it gave him power and authority in that desert, and after that, he started his ministry. Now therefore I say, when you go through difficulties, don't worry too much, don't worry too much, make sure you come through it well, with the word of God, you will come through with the word of God, with the promises God has for you, you will come through, and you will gain power and authority by overcoming those battles, Jesus came out of it in power and authority, and then he started his ministry, and he went to Nazareth, and there he went into the synagogue, and next slide, he brought up his first sermon, and he said, no no no, previous one, the spirit of the Lord is on me because he has anointed me to preach the good news to the poor, to send me to proclaim freedom to the prisoners, boy do we need that, freedom to the prisoners, and recover the sight of the blinds, release the oppressed to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor has arrived, the kingdom of God has come, that's what Jesus preached, the kingdom of God has come, this is what he preached, that was his vision, Jesus laid out his vision before the people, they didn't like it because they pushed them out of the church all the way to a cliff, trying to throw them off the cliff, it was not appreciated what he brought, but this was the vision he brought, the spirit of the Lord is upon me, the power and authority of the spirit of God is upon me to break the powers of the enemy, Jesus had come, hallelujah, he made himself known, Jesus had come, and that's how he started, and many places it said Jesus, he healed all, he started to cast out demons, and we can read the gospels, he was manifesting the spirit of God, he was manifesting himself and showing that the kingdom of God had come, and then even halfway, John, the disciples of John, the Baptist, John the Baptist was in prison, they come to him and they say, are you the one we expect, are you the Messiah we are to expect, or then Jesus says, look around you, the sick are healed, the people are being set free, the dead are raised, he said, the kingdom of God has come, I am, and so he continued a little further on and then he comes to a point and then he talks to his disciples, the disciples say to him, yes, some say you are Elijah, some say you are John the Baptist, because by that time John the Baptist was already killed, and then Jesus says to them, next one, but who do you say I am? Very important, very important, because Jesus was doing all that stuff, he was showing the kingdom of God to people, and now, after two and a half years, the disciples being with him, he says, who do you say I am? Did you get it? Do you understand who I am? It's a question to us as well, who do you say he is? Then Peter stands up and Peter, he says, you are the Christ, the Son of God, very powerful, Peter now understood, and it was like Jesus saying, thank God they understand, because by then, the last half year, he knew, Jesus now had achieved what he had to achieve, the disciples understood, he is the Messiah, the Son of God, who came to this earth to bring the kingdom of God, and now he knew he could go on to Jerusalem, to the second part of his ministry, which was his suffering, the dying on the cross, the resurrection, that was the second part of Jesus' ministry, and so it went, he went to Jerusalem, and there he was going into his suffering, and he died, and then he rose from the dead, and there is that period, comes that period, he rose from the dead, and there he showed himself to 500 witnesses, but that period, the disciples were not quite sure what they were doing, and there was a time even they went off to go fishing again, because they were not quite sure what was going to happen, and then Jesus called them, and he said, I'm going to my father now, now listen well, I'm going to my father now, he said, but you wait, wait, because something is happening, you wait, next verse, he said, you will receive power, this is the verse, where it's all about, you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in Judea and Samaria, till the ends of the earth, so the disciples who were with Jesus, who recognized Jesus as the Messiah, they got it, now, he said to them, I'm going now, it's now going to be in your hands, and therefore wait, the Holy Spirit, the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon you, and then he says, second part, I'm going to give you a job, I'm going to give you a purpose, a plan and a purpose, you are going to be my witnesses, here in Jerusalem, in Judea, in Samaria, till the ends of the earth, you are going to do the work now, everything I did, Jesus said, everything I did, now you are going to do it, and that's what happened on the day of Pentecost, you know, many churches that have Pentecost, don't know quite how to get about Pentecost, don't quite understand what it works, what it is about, but I'm showing you today, the Holy Spirit is there for you, hallelujah, next one, so the Holy Spirit came, I've got another picture, I found another picture, there are lots of beautiful pictures on the Holy Spirit, I love them, this picture is so clearly shown, like a dove, like a dove, it's not the Holy Spirit, like a dove, he comes, he came, suddenly, suddenly, now listen to that word suddenly, because that comes across quite a few times, because the Holy Spirit is not to be controlled, the Holy Spirit just comes as he comes, the Holy Spirit suddenly came when those disciples were together, they were praying and waiting, and suddenly the Holy Spirit came, and they started to speak into new tongues, they started to prophesy, there, 120 of them were in that upper room, together, something happened, suddenly, and the Holy Spirit, the power of the Holy Spirit was upon them, and the people outside, because there was a feast in Jerusalem, they were outside, and they were talking like, are those people drunk, they're speaking in tongues, what are they doing, they asked them, Peter came out, and Peter started to preach and explain what was going on there in the upper room, next verse, Peter speaks on what will happen, he speaks the gospel, he teaches them the gospel, he says what happened, that Jesus had come, that Jesus now had left, and that the Holy Spirit had come, and he said, we received the Holy Spirit as he promised, and he said, this gift of the Holy Spirit is for you, and your children, and for all of those who are far off, Peter preaching, you know, Peter saying, it is for all of you who believe in Jesus, who have repented, and now the Holy Spirit is there for you to receive, for you, your children, and for all those who are far off, is that clear, amen, nothing difficult about it, the Holy Spirit came for all who are far off, amen. And so, the Acts, the book of Acts, we move to the second part, the book of Acts speaks on all those actions of the disciples, it's not really of the disciples, it's of the Holy Spirit, and the book of Acts is really the book, the Acts of the Holy Spirit, we can read how Peter went out with John, and there was a man sitting who was begging, and they said, silver or gold, we haven't got, but what we've got, we give, stand up in the name of Jesus, they started to heal, they started to cast out demons, and it even says Peter walked through the temple, and people were sitting on the sides, and his shadow would fall on the people, and people would be healed, so the power and authority of the Holy Spirit was upon them, and so this whole book shows us how Peter and later on Paul, how they moved into the Holy Spirit, actually, first I want to go to a man named Cornelius, because everything was still among the Jewish people, and then there was a change coming, because God intended it for all men, like he said, the ones who are far off received the Holy Spirit as well, and so Peter was called to a man called Cornelius, Cornelius was a Roman soldier, a Roman centurion, the Romans were enemies of the Jews, so they were not very liked, very loved by the Jewish people, so Peter was inefficient, was called to go to this man, this centurion, Cornelius, Cornelius was a God-fearing man, and it says, he had a vision of an angel, and the angel said, your prayers and your giving has come as a memorial before God, wow, that's amazing, can you imagine that is said about you, your prayers, your giving has come before God as a memorial, wow, hallelujah, your prayers, your giving, MCF, has come before God as a memorial, and one for six comes to pass, hallelujah, amazing, so Peter was called to go to Cornelius, this Gentile, this Roman, to go and preach the gospel, to explain what was going on, so Peter went, you can read the story in Acts 10, he went and went to speak and preach, next one, and he says, he said two verses which are very important in there, because he says, Jesus, God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, and when you read that verse, suddenly my mind goes, I was in the northern hospital on Wednesday, and you're in that waiting room, and there is so much going on, and there's so much suffering, and you really feel like, God, break out, Holy Spirit, that song, I hope we're going to sing it later, break out, because that's really needed here, there's such a need for Jesus to come and touch people, for the Holy Spirit to move, and that is, that verse, Jesus came with the anointing to break the power of the enemy, when we go out into Jordanthorpe and Baitmore, we see, like this week, the power of the enemy is all over, but Jesus came and we received the Holy Spirit to break that power of the enemy, amen? Second verse, and as Peter, as he was speaking, the Holy Spirit came upon all who heard the message, amazing, the Holy Spirit was just, he was speaking, and suddenly the power, the Holy Spirit was moving, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, hallelujah, that's what we need, amen. So, that is the book of Acts, how the Spirit of God came in power and was moving, and the Gospel was going out, and the Gospel was being spread, and from there, it went to Europe, it went to Asia, it went to Africa, the Gospel spread, and that's why we are here today, because, next one, 2025, I'm going into a different section now, different period, 2025, today, is the Holy Spirit working now? How is the Holy Spirit working? You know, when I was a youngster, I went to church, and I was serious, and one day, one Sunday, I went to church, and in the morning, and that verse, which was the first verse of Acts, we bring up Acts 1, verse 8, the power of the Holy Spirit coming upon you, it bothered me. I didn't understand it. I struggled with it, because I didn't see it in the church. Where is that power of the Holy Spirit? I haven't got it. I said, what is it? If God is God, if this is the Gospel, the good news, I don't want to be stuck there in, I'm saved, hallelujah, I'm saved, I'm moving on with my own life. No! If this is true, that there is a power of the Holy Spirit working, I want it. I need it! I was so bothered by it. That afternoon, I went home, I had my lunch, I was sitting on the sofa, I was pondering on that verse, going over it again and again, when suddenly, the presence of the Holy Spirit came into the room, came upon me heavily, and it brought me down on my knees, falling on the floor. It was heavy, and the fire burned in me, and I saw stars, and after about half an hour, really, I saw stars, really, in my head, and after about half an hour, I was like, my head was spinning, what's going on, what's going on? I received the Holy Spirit. I had only one desire, and that was to serve God. My whole idea of career, of money, of whatever, was gone. I just wanted to serve God. I wanted Jesus to work on my life. And that same, after that same period, I immediately worked in ministries, I was open to whatever God brought to me, and there was a ministry working with refugees, I went with them, we went into those centers, we did Bible studies with all the groups, and, you know, I had received the Holy Spirit, and I was just going about, as I felt led by the Holy Spirit, and there we prayed for each one. Every day, every week, we prayed for everyone. And then there was one man, he was called Stephen, and he came from Sierra Leone, and he was so, his heart was so damaged because of where he went through, that he had to go to a special medical unit. I prayed for him, we prayed for him, I prayed for all of them before they left, and that was it. I went home, and then a week later, I was called, Stephen called me, and Stephen said, you need to come, because Stephen was going to a special medical unit, because his heart was so damaged, he needed treatment. Stephen called me, he said, you need to come to the unit, you need to come to the unit. He said, the director wants to speak to you. When I came to the place, he had organized all those people from the medical unit to sit around, because he wanted me to pray for them, because Stephen was healed. And the director wanted to know, he had the medical report before and after, and he wanted to know, what have you done? I hadn't done anything. I was just a young guy who was, you know, praying and doing just little things like that. But the Spirit of God was moving. The Spirit of God was already operating and using, and I prayed for all those people. And just let it go when the Spirit of God comes upon you. You just move. As he wants you to pray for people, what Jill, who was it, just spoke about when that comes upon you, that idea that you need to pray for someone, call someone, do it, indeed. Let the Spirit of God work in you. So that is sort of how my life went. And then on the top of our ministry in the Hague, we lived in the Hague, I got married to the most beautiful woman, my Sarah. And Sarah had a similar experience as I did, so we were together 37 years ago or something. And then we, on the top of our ministry, God called us to Mozambique. And there in Mozambique, everything was hunky-dory, everything was fine, and we had a wonderful life, and that was it. No, not really. Not really. Because after about eight years in Mozambique, I became very depressed because we had very little fruit. There was nothing. We just had problem after problem after problem after problem, and I could not see a way forward. And I felt like, God, if this is for us to be here and to have so little fruit, what are we doing? Was it really from you? Was this really you, God? So I had my doubts, and then God spoke. And he said, your whisper of prayer is not going to change anything. And I said, I thought, like, what is he talking about? Now, I had built a prayer house because I was passionate about prayer. I built a prayer house. We went into the prayer house. We prayed in the prayer house. But God showed me my prayers were not good enough. He said, your whisper of prayer because quickly go in and out. I'm so busy. I'm so busy. I haven't got time to pray a lot. I haven't got prayer. Just my quickly pray. Guys, you pray, I'm going quickly. So God rebuked me and said, your whisper of prayer, I'm not going to do anything. In fact, he said, that story of the disciples trying to cast out a demon, and they couldn't. And Jesus said, now that type only comes out by prayer and fasting. And so I had fasted before, but sort of a day or two days, whatever, a little, little. I felt like, okay, okay, God, okay, I'm going to give it one year. I'm going to put fertilizer around that tree. You know that story? I'm going to put fertilizer around that tree to see if it brings some fruit. I'm going to see if it's going to do something. I'm going to fast and pray. God, okay, I'm going to give myself to fasting and prayer. And I gave my car away, and I started to get into the prayer house every day, moved into the prayer house. I started with a 21-day fast. And I was there, and I read the Word, and I prayed in tongues, and my tongues developed very fast. And after 21 days, did something happen? No, nothing happened. And then I continued. After three months, did something happen? No, nothing happened. So I was still quite discouraged, because I was doing it. But I said, I'm going to give it one year. So I'm not going to give up. I'm quite disciplined and routine, and I feel like I'm going to do it till the end. I'm going to do it till the end. I will finish by the end. And then more problems came. Bigger problems came. And then God said, those three guys who caused those problems, invite them into the prayer house and let them fast and pray, 21 days. So I did another 21-day fast. And so as those guys came with me in the prayer house, about the 13th day of that time of prayer and fasting, suddenly, and therefore I say that suddenly with the Holy Spirit you need to have that suddenly, suddenly the presence of God came into the prayer house, and it changed everything. Because then those boys, they didn't, they confessed everything they could confess. They gave themselves to the Lord. I saw the angels fighting with swords. Everything changed. It was like the presence took over our ministry, and from there on, instead of this negative depression, everything, like I always say it like, it is like you're pushing up a truck up the hill, up the hill. Now it's very difficult to push up a truck up a hill. But now the truck was going down, and I was running up behind it, because everything happened at once. So much were going for the good. God was just moving. And by the end of that year, we had so many people wanting to fast and pray, and we had the prayer house. Every night was full, people praying and fasting. And then I felt like I should start a Bible school. And I did. I started a Bible school with five students. And you know what? Our Bible school, last year we had a thousand graduates. Every year we have over 1,500 applicants. The Bible school, and I'm not even there. And it just goes, because the Spirit of God goes and does and moves whatever he wants to do. And that's how it went. So that is the story of how the Spirit moved. And then suddenly, we're here in Sheffield. We're here in Sheffield. Jerusalem, Jordanthorpe. Jerusalem, Jordanthorpe. Here we are in Jordanthorpe. When we came two years ago, I had no idea what are we doing here, what are we doing here, what are we doing here. You know, I love the church, but that's good, that's nice, but that doesn't do much to me. I love the church, Jordanthorpe. I believe God has something for Jordanthorpe. I believe God wants to move in Jordanthorpe. He wants to do something in Jordanthorpe. He wants to bless Jordanthorpe. The Spirit of God wants to move in Jordanthorpe. And that's why the Holy Spirit, I believe, wants to empower us. And, can we bring up the next one? Have I forgot a few slides? Yeah. I want us to move in the gifts of the Holy Spirit. You know, Paul brought all those gifts, what Jesus did, what the disciples did, he brought it together into nine gifts. And those nine gifts are what Jesus used, what the disciples used to bring the kingdom of God. And I said to Nick, I said, the gifts of the Spirit we really should bring into the home groups. And we should discuss it and exchange experiences, because people have questions. But it is very, very much for all of us. Because there are two things I want to say about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. They are for everyone. No one to be left out. They are for everyone. You don't need to be a super saint to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit. No. The only thing you need is the Holy Spirit. You need the foundation as the Holy Spirit. And the rest, like I said, I didn't even know that healing just occurred. And I did. And in Mozambique I've seen all those gifts operating. God just uses those gifts and they will just come forth when the Holy Spirit is upon you, when the Holy Spirit is in you. And therefore we need really another morning of teaching to go through all those gifts, which I'm happy to do. But I think it's a good thing to really use them in your home groups. Bring those into your home groups. Because all of them are there for us. They're powerful. The tongues, I put them into threes. Threes. The gifts of declaration, or the gifts of proclamation, which is really proclaiming the heavenlies into the earth. What we did to prophesy, that little clip we saw for the giving, that is proclamation. That is the speaking out of the prophecies. Heavenly words. Speaking out into the earth. And we do this over Jordan Thoth. Heavenly words. Speaking out. Over the earth. That is what we do. We bring down heaven. When we speak, prophesy. When we speak in tongues. The heavenly language. It starts with speaking in tongues. Now I can give you lots of testimonies of what that has done to me. And we're going to leave that for another day. But that is sort of the word of knowledge we've just heard. The word of wisdom. Discernment. Discerning spirit. You really need it here. Here out. These days, the days we live in, everything goes. Everything is possible. But in God's economy, not everything goes. Because there are demons operating everywhere. And you need to have discernment to know what's going on. Yesterday in the clothes banks, isn't it, Ant? You need discernment of seeing what's going on. You need to discern those spirits which are not there to bless you, but to steal, kill, and destroy. So it's good to have the gifts of the spirit operating in your life. Gifts of faith, healing, and miracles. I've seen miracles happen. We had two years, no rain in Mozambique. We had a drought. Serious drought. A famine. And we prayed and fasted. And the last time we prayed and fasted, we all came together. One Saturday we all came together and we prayed for the last time. Four o'clock in the afternoon, a little cloud came. And it became darker and darker. And the rain fell and it didn't stop for three days raining. That was the end of our drought, of our famine. So there's miracles, healing. I can tell you stories. But that is the operation, the spirit of God operating, manifesting in your life. The gifts of the spirit. If we want to be different from the world, that's what needs to operate in your life. That's what needs to manifest in your life. We want to be different. We see what's happening in the world. We read the news. We see the news. And we see what's going on. We need to be different. We need to have the Holy Spirit, the power of the Holy Spirit operating in our life, manifesting in our lives through the gifts of the spirit. And then we will see, the church will fill up. Then you will see how people will come in. In every ministry of MCF, when the spirit of God, the gifts of the spirit starts to operate, we see life. Jesus came to, the devil came to steal, kill, and destroy. Jesus came to give life more abundantly. And through the spirit of God operating in our lives, he will do that. He will work that out. In Jesus' name. Amen. Amen. We have a little bit of time left. And therefore I say, if you never receive the Holy Spirit, I say put your hand up. We'll pray for you because really, if you want the Holy Spirit to operate in power, it's for you. It's for all of us. No one to be left out. No one to be left out. It's for you. And we need him. This day and age, we need him. And therefore I say, if you haven't got the Holy Spirit, if you feel like I need the power of the Holy Spirit, come here. The music is going to play. Right? The music is going to play. We'll pray for you. I'll pray for you because I'm passionate about the Holy Spirit. I have a history with the Holy Spirit. I love him. Amen? Let me say a prayer first as they come up. I want to honor you, Holy Spirit. I want to thank you, Holy Spirit, for being with us. I want to thank you, Holy Spirit, that you come and lead and direct us, that you come and work through us to bring the kingdom of God. We thank you, Holy Spirit, for being here. And I pray, suddenly, may your presence come upon each one here. Holy Spirit, as we worship, Holy Spirit, touch each person. Touch each person. Fill each person. We need you. Thank you, Holy Spirit. Thank you, Jesus, for giving your Holy Spirit. Thank you for being with us, Holy Spirit. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen.
On this Fourth of July Week, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our County to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Bible References: 2 Corinthians 5:8-9, Matthew 19:29, Mark 9:35, Philippians 3:8,12, Philippians 1:21,John 12:24, Matthew 19:20-21.
Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions? TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “God, the Father, Is Spirit; Jesus Followers Must Worship the Father in Spirit and Truth with Reality and Honesty and Not a Façade”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Wake Up America! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Paul points out to us, in Romans1:18, that God is not a disinterested bystander in either our lives or the life of our country: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.". From the end of WWI, in 1918, through the middle of the 1930s, Hitler and the National Socialist Party coopted the Christian Churches in Germany as the National Socialists rose to power politically, thereby, reducing Germany to only one state-supported religion. Also, the National Socialists coopted all of Germany's political parties to reduce Germany to a one-party country. Is the Christian Church, here in the US, abdicating its role, as the Christian Church did in Germany, by not speaking with a voice that is heard against the changing culture? As followers of Jesus, we and our churches need to wake up to the cultural changes that are opposed to Jesus' teachings and the Bible. The US was created, by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, to be a “country of laws”; and the founding legal context for these laws was the Ten Commandments of God. However, our current and evolving culture, and its related value system, is opposed to the Ten Commandments of God. As we adhere to the new culture and its values, we are in opposition to God and the basic tenants of Christianity. Therefore, our departure from God positions us for the Wrath of God as posited in Romans 1:18. God's Wrath may well take the form of God turning us over to our lusts, desires and the outcomes of this changed culture – as we walk away from God, He may walk away from us. It is not too late for the US to wake up! As God told Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14: “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.". God has instructed us that He will forgive us if we: 1) humble ourselves: 2) seek Him, not our culture; 3) turn from wicked ways; and 4) pray. Will America wake up and follow God's instructions? TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 A Word From The Lord Website Link: www.awordfromthelord.org SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans1:18; 2 Chronicles 7:14; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “God, the Father, Is Spirit; Jesus Followers Must Worship the Father in Spirit and Truth with Reality and Honesty and Not a Façade”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
When Facing Difficult Circumstances, Look to Jesus as Our Great High Priest MESSAGE SUMMARY: Introduction – Why don't we go to God when things get difficult? Jesus is Our Great High Priest; and we have access to Him, at any time, through prayer. Today's Message – In the Jewish Temple Worship, the Great High Priest was called by God from the Jewish Tribe of Levi; and he represented the people before God, and he represented God to the people. However, the Great High Priest of the Temple was human and a sinner, thereby, requiring sacrifices to God daily to atone for his own sin as well as the sins of the people of the Temple. Jesus, like the Temple's Great High Priest, was appointed by God; but Jesus represented all humanity before God through His prayers. Also, Jesus represented God, His Father, to the people through His preaching and teaching. Additionally, and like the Temple's Great high Priest, Jesus provided a sacrifice to God for the sins of the people. However, Jesus sacrifice was permanent and “once offered for the sins of the whole world” and forever. In Hebrews 5:9-10, the author of Hebrews tells us that: “{Jesus} And being made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him, being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.". Jesus priesthood, unlike the Temple's Great High Priest, was a “permanent Priesthood” with limitless power. Therefore, Jesus is able offer complete Salvation to all that come to Him. Again, the author of Hebrews, in Hebrews 7:26-27, presents how Jesus, is Our Great High Priest and how Jesus differs from the Temple's Great Hight Priest: “For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. He {Jesus} has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself.". Since Jesus is Our great High Priest, the author of Hebrews admonishes us, in Hebrews 4:16, to hold fast to Jesus as Our great High Priest and to not let go. In Hebrews 4:15-16, we are told why we are so privileged with Jesus as Our Great High Priest: “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.". Since Jesus has been designated by God as Our Great High Priest for our intercessions with God, we have Jesus, as Our Great High Priest in our times off difficulties and needs. Therefore, when times get difficult for us, we have no excuse for not going Our Great High Priest, Jesus, with troubles. Through Our great High Priest, God is merciful and full of grace; and God will meet our needs. TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Hebrews 5:1-10 ; Psalms 2:7; Psalms 110:4; Genesis 14:18-20; Hebrews 7:1-26: Romans 8:35; Hebrews 4:15-16; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Jesus Followers Have Eternal Life, Even Before their Earthly Death, Because Whoever “believes him {God} who sent me {Jesus}””: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
When Facing Difficult Circumstances, Look to Jesus as Our Great High Priest MESSAGE SUMMARY: Introduction – Why don't we go to God when things get difficult? Jesus is Our Great High Priest; and we have access to Him, at any time, through prayer. Today's Message – In the Jewish Temple Worship, the Great High Priest was called by God from the Jewish Tribe of Levi; and he represented the people before God, and he represented God to the people. However, the Great High Priest of the Temple was human and a sinner, thereby, requiring sacrifices to God daily to atone for his own sin as well as the sins of the people of the Temple. Jesus, like the Temple's Great High Priest, was appointed by God; but Jesus represented all humanity before God through His prayers. Also, Jesus represented God, His Father, to the people through His preaching and teaching. Additionally, and like the Temple's Great high Priest, Jesus provided a sacrifice to God for the sins of the people. However, Jesus sacrifice was permanent and “once offered for the sins of the whole world” and forever. In Hebrews 5:9-10, the author of Hebrews tells us that: “{Jesus} And being made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him, being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.". Jesus priesthood, unlike the Temple's Great High Priest, was a “permanent Priesthood” with limitless power. Therefore, Jesus is able offer complete Salvation to all that come to Him. Again, the author of Hebrews, in Hebrews 7:26-27, presents how Jesus, is Our Great High Priest and how Jesus differs from the Temple's Great Hight Priest: “For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. He {Jesus} has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself.". Since Jesus is Our great High Priest, the author of Hebrews admonishes us, in Hebrews 4:16, to hold fast to Jesus as Our great High Priest and to not let go. In Hebrews 4:15-16, we are told why we are so privileged with Jesus as Our Great High Priest: “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.". Since Jesus has been designated by God as Our Great High Priest for our intercessions with God, we have Jesus, as Our Great High Priest in our times off difficulties and needs. Therefore, when times get difficult for us, we have no excuse for not going Our Great High Priest, Jesus, with troubles. Through Our great High Priest, God is merciful and full of grace; and God will meet our needs. TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Hebrews 5:1-10 ; Psalms 2:7; Psalms 110:4; Genesis 14:18-20; Hebrews 7:1-26: Romans 8:35; Hebrews 4:15-16; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Jesus Followers Have Eternal Life, Even Before their Earthly Death, Because Whoever “believes him {God} who sent me {Jesus}””: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Five Needs of Fathers MESSAGE SUMMARY: Introduction -- Father's, we need to understand God's expectations of Fathers. In Ephesians 6:4, Paul defines God's expectations of fathers: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.". Also, Proverbs 22:6 presents what expectations we might have if fathers adhere to God's expectations: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.". Dads are to bring up their children in "the way they should go" (their calling). Discipline, wisely administered by fathers, is an important attribute and need for fathers, as the author of Hebrews tells us in Hebrews 12:9-11: “. . . we have had earthly fathers who disciplined us and we respected them. Shall we not much more be subject to the Father of spirits and live? For they disciplined us for a short time as it seemed best to them, but he disciplines us for our good, that we may share his holiness. For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.”. Today's Message -- The Five Needs of Dads: 1) Companionship -- Genesis 2:18, the majority of men were made not to be alone; 2) Respect – honor, appreciation, respect, as Paul tells us in Ephesians 5:33: “However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband."; 3) Know How to Face Temptation -- when we are tempted (temptation is not a sin) God will provide us a way out of succumbing to the temptation, 1 Corinthians 10:13; 4) Not to Be Foolish -- Proverbs 13:20; and 5) and Remember that God Expects You to Be a Dad -- Ephesians 6:4 and Proverbs 22:6, dads are to train their children so that their children are raised “in the way he should go' and in a way that meets God's expectations of both the dad and the child. Men are motivated when they know they will be held accountable, and God is holding us accountable for how we fathers raise our children. There is a void of faithful men and fathers today; therefore, dad's, should ask God to help you to be faithful as a father. Fathers should hope that, when we are judged by God, He tells us: “Well done good and faithful servant!”. “God, how many more {hours, days, and years} do I have, as a father, to meet your expectations and to receive the joys of being a father” TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ephesians 6:4; Proverbs 22:6; Genesis 2:18; Proverbs 19:22; Ephesians 5:33; 1 Corinthians 10:13; Proverbs 13:20; Hebrews 12:9-11; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “For Jesus Followers, Fasting, with Food, Will Symbolize a Victory Over Oneself and Solidify a Personal Relationship with God”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Five Needs of Fathers MESSAGE SUMMARY: Introduction -- Father's, we need to understand God's expectations of Fathers. In Ephesians 6:4, Paul defines God's expectations of fathers: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.". Also, Proverbs 22:6 presents what expectations we might have if fathers adhere to God's expectations: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.". Dads are to bring up their children in "the way they should go" (their calling). Discipline, wisely administered by fathers, is an important attribute and need for fathers, as the author of Hebrews tells us in Hebrews 12:9-11: “. . . we have had earthly fathers who disciplined us and we respected them. Shall we not much more be subject to the Father of spirits and live? For they disciplined us for a short time as it seemed best to them, but he disciplines us for our good, that we may share his holiness. For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.”. Today's Message -- The Five Needs of Dads: 1) Companionship -- Genesis 2:18, the majority of men were made not to be alone; 2) Respect – honor, appreciation, respect, as Paul tells us in Ephesians 5:33: “However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband."; 3) Know How to Face Temptation -- when we are tempted (temptation is not a sin) God will provide us a way out of succumbing to the temptation, 1 Corinthians 10:13; 4) Not to Be Foolish -- Proverbs 13:20; and 5) and Remember that God Expects You to Be a Dad -- Ephesians 6:4 and Proverbs 22:6, dads are to train their children so that their children are raised “in the way he should go' and in a way that meets God's expectations of both the dad and the child. Men are motivated when they know they will be held accountable, and God is holding us accountable for how we fathers raise our children. There is a void of faithful men and fathers today; therefore, dad's, should ask God to help you to be faithful as a father. Fathers should hope that, when we are judged by God, He tells us: “Well done good and faithful servant!”. “God, how many more {hours, days, and years} do I have, as a father, to meet your expectations and to receive the joys of being a father” TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ephesians 6:4; Proverbs 22:6; Genesis 2:18; Proverbs 19:22; Ephesians 5:33; 1 Corinthians 10:13; Proverbs 13:20; Hebrews 12:9-11; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “For Jesus Followers, Fasting, with Food, Will Symbolize a Victory Over Oneself and Solidify a Personal Relationship with God”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Bible References: 1 John 1:8-10, 1 John 1:6, Psalm 51:12, John 15:11, Galatians 5:22, 1 John 1:4, Romans 5:1, Philippians 4:7, 1 John 2:5,15-17, 1 John 1:3,6-7,1 John 3:19-22, 1 John 3:9-10, Hebrews 2:1, Hebrews 10:35, 1 Corinthians 11:30, 1 John 1:7,9, Psalm 119:11, John 15:7, John 17:17, Luke 22:32, John 17:15, Romans 8:34,Zechariah 4:6, Romans 8:26, 1 Corinthans 2:12, Romans 6:1-14, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Corinthians 15:57,Philippians 4:13, Philippians 3:12, 1 Timothy 1:15, James 3:2, 1 John 1:8.
In our last show before we take a break for summer 2025, we chat about the final book in the M Is for Mama trilogy: You Bet Your Stretch Marks. I reveal where the title came from, why it's countercultural to the common narrative about “worth it” in motherhood and flesh out what it means to have a “tiger-striped soul.”Be sure to pre-order You Bet Your Stretch Marks (link below) for all the stories, Scripture, and lessons learned. But in the meantime, enjoy this preview + pep talk all rolled into one!Sponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck Out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Mentions:Podcast Episode With Jennifer FlandersTools Not Treasures Podcast EpisodeThe Truth About Honest Motherhood Series Episode 1, Episode 2, Episode 3Pre-order You Bet Your Stretch Marks!Bible References:1 Corinthians 3:19Philippians 2:6-11Luke 9:23Romans 6:62 Corinthians 4:8-9Galatians 6:9Matthew 6:25-34Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System
The Bible tells us of a day when Jesus will come back to reign on the earth. It says… The last enemy to be destroyed is death. But we don't have to wait until that day to experience Jesus' victory. If you decide to give your life to Jesus, He will trade it in for a new, revitalized life filled with His Holy Spirit. Do you yearn for that deep, lasting peace? Well, you can have it. Why not ask Him for it today? Pray with me… Jesus, I give my old life to you. All of my wrong, all of my sin, all of my destructive behavior and words and actions. I'm sorry. Wash me clean— let my old self die away and be resurrected to new life. Will you make me a new creation? I choose this day to follow You, Jesus, as the Lord of my life. Amen. Always remember there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Bible Reference: 1 Corinthians 15:26 radio.hopewithgod.com
Bible References: 2 Corinthians 2:1-7,11, Romans 8:28, Deuteronomy 1:21,28, 2 Corinthians 4:8, Genesis 3:1, 1 Timothy 2:8, Hebrews 3:12, Matthew 14:30, James 1:8, James 4:8, Ephesians 4:14, 1 John 2:15-17, 2 Thessalonians 2:8-12, Jeremiah 17:9.
Bible References: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 132:12, Philippians 4:9, Proverbs 9:9, Proverbs 11:25, Luke 6:40,Romans 15:4, Colossians 3:16, Mark 8:34.
Everyone's Freaking Out About Tariffs—But Here's the Side No One Talks About Let's be real—every headline out there is yelling about doom and gloom: “Trade war! Economic collapse! Inflation!” But what if there's another side? In this episode, we zoom way out and unpack the other perspective. The one you're not hearing. The one that doesn't sell fear, but maybe offers… a little bit of hope? We get into: What tariffs actually are (yes, we break it down plain and simple) Why reciprocal tariffs aren't necessarily “bullying” The surprising benefits most media outlets are ignoring How this could affect YOU: jobs, taxes, prices, and your kids' future And yes… we even touch on the real reason so many Americans are uncomfortable right now. This isn't about politics. This is about understanding the full picture—and getting equipped to respond with wisdom, peace, and practical steps. Resources Mentioned
Bible References: 1 Corinthians 13:6-8, Proverbs 10:12, Isaiah 53:4, Galatians 6:2, Mark 2:1-9.
Bible References: 1 Corinthians 13:4-, Romans 12:17, 1 Corinthians 14:26, John 3:20, Proverbs 8:13, 1 Corinthians 14:33, Philippians 2:4, Romans 4:8, Isaiah 5:20.
There are things that we face that only God can fix, only He can do, and we have absolutely NO power or control over. But out of our desperate prayers, our aggressive prayers, God answers. He does not always answer instantaneously. He can, but what is more important to Him is getting a deeper relationship with you. Our bold prayers often open the door for God to engage the process of answering our prayers. This episode is SO FIRE! This is one of those lovingly slaps-you-in-the-face, stands-you-back-up, shakes you because “you gotta understand how much I love you” and sends you back into the game with a smack on the back kind of episode! Monologue: Autumn shares a moment she enjoyed in the car with her family when her oldest daughter, Grace, was in town for spring break. Message: Autumn reminds believers that sometimes, God's answer to prayer is at the end of a process He wants to take us through. Testimony: A listener shares how God gave them the words to say after 25 years to completely heal a relationship and remains healed. Bible References: 2 Chronicles 20:1-19 Ephesians 6 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site Sponsors: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/ Purpose Jewelry https://www.purposejewelry.org/ PROMO CODE: AUTUMN2024 If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
After unlearning bad theology and what isn't true about God or prayer, we've got to learn the truth! Jesus RARELY told those who asked for healing or help no because of their faith. We need to make sure our foundation is built on the truth of God's Word, not on shaky or sandy ground! Monologue: Autumn celebrates seeing her prayers for her son Jude beginning to be answered, after a long time of warring in prayer over his life. Message: Autumn sifts through Scripture to help believers come to know the Truth of God and prayers that ask Him if He is willing. Question: “Is there a graceful way to step down from leadership?” Bible References: 1 Kings 18:36-46 James 5:13-18 Matthew 6:33, 7:7, 21:22, 18:19 Luke 11:9-13 John 14:13-14, 15:7, 16:23-24 Psalm 91:15-16, 50:15 2 Chronicles 7:13-14 Zechariah 1:39 Mark 11:24 1 John 5:14 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site Sponsors: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/ Purpose Jewelry https://www.purposejewelry.org/ PROMO CODE: AUTUMN2024 If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
We need to take a deeper look at our prayer life if we are not getting the results we want. What the great prophet Elijah was able to achieve in his life, SO CAN WE! But what is stopping you? What do you need to change to have a life in which you experience MIRACLES through your prayer life? Listen in to get a jumpstart to transform your prayer life! If God will do it for Elijah, a man with a nature like ours, God will do it for us. Monologue: Autumn shares the humor of what it's like in the Miles household when sickness hits. Message: Autumn takes a deeper look at Elijah's ability to pray and how what he prays for happens. Testimony: A listener shares how they fought back against a feeling of indifference between their heart and their mind with faith. Bible References: 1 Kings 18:36-46 James 5:13-18 Matthew 6:33, 7:7, 21:22, 18:19 Luke 11:9-13 John 14:13-14, 15:7, 16:23-24 Psalm 91:15-16, 50:15 2 Chronicles 7:13-14 Zechariah 1:39 Mark 11:24 1 John 5:14 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site Sponsors: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/ Purpose Jewelry https://www.purposejewelry.org/ PROMO CODE: AUTUMN2024 If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
When the kings of Israel and Judah realized their mistake, they sought the prophet of God Elisha. Even though they did not consult the Lord first, God still delivered them from their problem through Elisha. If you are facing a panicky situation today, and maybe you knew it was a bad idea from the start, or you consulted other things instead of God, God's hand is not too short to deliver you. The kings were required to perform an act of manual labor as a sign of trust and faith in the Lord. What is that thing God is asking you to do today as a test to show you trust Him to deliver you? Monologue: Autumn reflects on a moment with her youngest daughter and her question, “Do you like it, Mom? Do you like what I made for you?” Message: Autumn ignites believers to rely on the Lord's deliverance even before they face uncertain times. Testimony: Autumn shares a testimony from one of the members of the AMM team. Bible References: 2 Kings 3 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site Sponsor: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/ If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
Bible References to Color - Rev. .3:4
Do you have a big “this?” A financial problem, marital issues, scary health news, or something else. And you have no idea how God is going to fix it. Your “this” is but a small, slight thing in His eyes. God's power is massive. Whatever it is you're facing or going to face, do not forget to consult God first. Monologue: Autumn celebrates 15 years of the ministry! Message: Autumn digs into the passage the verse, “this is but a slight thing in the sight of the Lord,” comes from and encourages believers that no matter what they're facing, God is powerful. Testimony: A woman shares what God did when she and her community of fellow believers brought her diagnosis of an aggressive form of leukemia to Him. Bible References: 2 Kings 3 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site Sponsor: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/ If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
The Cornerstone, the very foundation of everything else we are building upon, is Jesus himself. We are adding to the work that Jesus began. He is the Cornerstone; there is no other Cornerstone. But what we build will be upon Him and upon that work toward His end goal for us, and you are those living stones. Bible References: 1 Peter 2 : 4 - 5 John 13 : 34 -35
On this election day, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our Country to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: at our website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
As our national election day approaches, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our Country to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: at our website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
As this national election approaches, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our County to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: at our website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
As this national election approaches, Will You "Stand in the Gap" for Our County to Participate in and Lead a Great Awakening and Spiritual Renewal in America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: On July 4, 1776, the signers of the Declaration of Independence began a revolution which started the United States of America. The Revolution was rooted in the belief that all people, even the King and governmental leaders, are subject to the rule of God and not above the law and; and everyone is endowed by God, our Creator, with certain inalienable rights. Many people have tried to deny that America's founders created a country which wove together the idea of self-governance with Christian principles. Now, it appears, the focus is to get rid of things relating America to Christianity, the Bible, or anything that smacks of God – and, pretty much these efforts to remove God's influence from the public square, appear to be succeeding. We need to hear, in Today's sermon, what our founders said regarding America's Christian base. However, not long after the enactment of the Constitution in the late 1700s, morality and church attendance declined drastically into a Spiritual Depression. The answer became the nationwide implementation of "Concerts of Prayer", across all Christian denominations, that led to an American Spiritual Awakening. Today, through our actions, laws, and cultural revisions of our founding Christian principles, we have told God that we don't want Him around. Therefore, God has obliged us; and He has done what He said He would do -- God is withdrawing His presence and His protection and holding back His divine wisdom, which has guided us for so many years. God is leaving us to reap the consequences of our focus away from Him and without Him. The Lord Said through Ezekiel: "I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.". We must have a Spiritual Awakening, in our country, beginning today! Will You "Stand in the Gap"? TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30; Daniel 4:28-32; Matthew 22:19-21; Isaiah 29:8-21; (Click the Bible References, in blue, below to read the full Bible text for these Scripture References.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?”: at our website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
The 2-Minute Money Hack That Will Transform Your Giving Forever Ever felt the sting of wanting to be generous but being held back by your budget? We've been there. That's why we're sharing the game-changing strategy that revolutionized our giving: The Seed Account.
If you've ever heard of the doctrine of election or the five points of Calvinism, you may feel like you have more questions than answers about what those and many other tenets of Reformed theology mean. Since it's Reformation Month—when Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of a Catholic church—I thought it would be the perfect time to chat all things Reformed with my pastor, Rick Witmer, whom I call “Wit.” In this episode, he's giving us background and answering some of your most pressing questions that you always submit on WWKW anytime I talk about attending a reformed church. I am so grateful for Wit's wisdom, clear articulation, knowledge of church history, biblical prowess, and kindness. I know, no matter what your theological background, you'll enjoy the conversational way he breaks down the essential beliefs of the Reformed movement with clarity and compassion. Stay tuned for Part 2 next week! Sponsor Info: A'del Natural Beauty Cosmetics Natural, toxin-free cosmetics! Voetberg Music Academy Check out Voetberg Music Academy Here Code: misformama20 Check out Christian Healthcare Ministries! Bible References: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Isaiah 64:6 Matthew 19:16-22 Ephesians 2:1 Ephesians 1:3 John 6:44 John 3:3 Revelation 7:9 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 Joshua 23:14-15 Matthew 11:28 Romans 3:23 Ephesians 1:11 Acts 4:27 John 19:18 Romans 11:34-36 Romans 11:36 Exodus 7:13-8:19 Exodus 9:12 Deuteronomy 6:6-8 Romans 9:15-16 Matthew 4:7 Links: M Is for Mama Penny Reward System Leave a Review for the M is for Mama Show Paint & Prose Pre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad M Is For Mama Chore Guide M Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-Up Find Abbie at: Instagram YouTube Facebook
What motivates you to share Jesus in your daily life? For me, one precious truth that motivates me to share the Gospel is this: We don't grieve as those who have no hope. Knowing Jesus means that there is always hope, no matter the circumstances of life, no matter how painful the situation. And I want everyone to have this hope! When someone gives their life to Jesus, their troubles are still there. The idea that our problems are immediately solved when we start following God is a fantasy. God does not promise us an easy life! But one thing is true. When Christ lives in us through His Spirit, we are never alone again, and we are never without hope. Always remember, there is hope with God. Bible Reference: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 radio.hopewithgod.com Find out more at https://hopewithgod.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
On this episode, we're trying something a little different by doing a podcast version of the Q&A I do every week on my social media. I tackle serious questions (like how to turn a bad day around when you've lost your cool) as well as lighthearted ones (could either of our sets of twins fools us by switching places??). I'd love to hear your thoughts and whether you'd like to see this as a regular installment of the podcast. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Check out Voetberg Music Academy Here Code: misformama20 Check out Christian Healthcare Ministries! Bible References: 2 Corinthians 10:5 Ephesians 4:26 Philippians 1:21 Links: Episode 2 M Is for Mama Penny Reward System Leave a Review for the M is for Mama Show Paint & Prose Pre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad M Is For Mama Chore Guide M Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-Up Find Abbie at: Instagram YouTube Facebook
These words were spoken long ago by the Apostle, Paul, For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. Paul realized that he didn't need fancy words, or pre-planned arguments from his years of training in order to show people the way to Jesus. Instead, he chose to use simple words and stay focused on the cross of Jesus Christ. Truly, Jesus and the sacrifice He made on the cross are enough. Remember the simplicity of the Gospel message: Jesus came for all of us, to set us free from sin and to set us free from death. He lived a sinless life, and absorbed the punishment that brought us back into the right relationship with God that we were made for. The Gospel is simple but it is powerful. Let it flow through your life and out of your mouth. Remember, there is always hope with God. Bible Reference: 1 Corinthians 2:2 radio.hopewithgod.com Find out more at https://hopewithgod.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Join Autumn as she answers YOUR questions! From personal questions to deep theological questions, Autumn brings wisdom in each answer to your awesome questions! Bible References: 1 Samuel 3 Joshua 6:16 James 1:5 1 Corinthians 10:13 John 10 Hebrews 13:5 Phil 1:6 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
Has God ever given you something that is so hard to wrap your mind around? You're looking at something God has told you, and you're saying, “I have no idea how to make sense of this! It's weird, it feels icky, and I don't understand it.” You have no idea what to do with it. Jesus told his disciples one of the weirdest things to understand in John 6, which led them to have to decide if they stay with Jesus or withdraw from him. Jesus had already showed them his miracles before he told them something that shocked them. When God gives us a hard saying, what do you do? Monologue: Autumn welcomes fall with an incredible fishing story about her son, Moses. Message: Autumn encourages believers to trust God even when He has said something that makes no sense. Question: “Is salvation once and for all or can someone walk away from the Lord and lose their salvation?” Praise Report: A listener shares how she and her husband have strived for unity and God showcases His faithfulness to them. Bible References: 2 Samuel John 6 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
A @Christadelphians Video: Description: The Heart and Mouth are inextricably linked in the Book of Proverbs. Many examples are considered which confirm the teaching of Jesus that what defiles us are the words from our mouths if our hearts are not right with God. So we must develop Godly wisdom, understanding and knowledge in our lives by regular reading of the Bible and they will become a Tree of Life for us. If you would like to create chapters for this video, please follow these instructions. You can add the chapters in the comments area of the video, we check these every day. 3 things to remember ... #1 Must start with 00:00 -Intro #2 Each Chapter must be longer than 10 sec or longer before the next chapter starts. #3 must have more than 3 chapters ( the intro counts as one, so two more must be provided) *************************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by the Christadelphian community worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site... https://cdvideo.org #2 Our podcast on Podbean... https://cdvideo.org/podcast #3 Our podcast on Apple...https://cdvideo.org/podcast-apple #4 Our podcast on Anchor...https://cdvideo.org/truth-talk #5 Our facebook...https://facebook.com/OpenBibles #6 Our Whats App... http://cdvideo.org/WhatsApp #7 Our Instagram... http://cdvideo.org/Instagram #8 Our twitter... http://cdvideo.org/twitter #9 Our YouTube Channel... http://cdvideo.org/youtube #10 Our Audio site Scripturescribe.com... https://cdvideo.org/mp3 Watch/read / Listen to other thoughts for the day on our site here https://christadelphianvideo.org/tftd/ ___________________________________________________________________________________ CHRISTADELPHIANVIDEO.ORG, a worldwide collaboration by Christadelphians to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking the Truth about the Human condition and God's plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it. #Christadelphianvideo #christadelphianstalk #Christadelphians #bibletruthfeed #openbible #Gospeltruth #gospel #Christadelphian #bibletruthfeed #podcast 'Christadelphians **************************************************************************************** CHAPTERS By Joanna Evans 00:00 – Intro 00:22 – Bible References of Heart, Mouth, Tongue, Lips 01:25 – The Benefits of God's Wisdom 02:53 – The Dangers of Man's Wisdom 04:36 – Contrast Between the Subtil and the Prudent 07:54 – The Heart of the Natural Man 10:49 – Biblical Meaning of ‘Heart' 11:42 – The Heart of Natural Man 13:20 – Biblical Meaning of ‘Mouth' 14:38 – The Mouth of the Natural Man 16:16 – Biblical Meaning of ‘Tongue' 16:57 – The Tongue of the Natural Man 17:56 – Biblical Meaning of ‘Lips' 19:39 – The Lips of the Natural Man 20:29 – Summary of Natural Man's Heart and Mouth 22:24 – Importance of Understanding God's Instruction 24:10 – Transforming the Heart for God 32:20 – The Mouth Transformed for God 41:55 – The Heart and Mouth of Jesus Christ 53:03 – The Heart and Mouth Acceptable to God Related to: Themes in Proverbs #2 https://youtu.be/VnWnWa83pCU
The Bible tells us that God is rich in mercy. Have you heard this before? How do you see God? Do you believe that God is compassionate and merciful? Mercy doesn't mean that God is weak or that God ignores or overlooks what's wrong in the world or in us. He alone has the power and authority to deal with sin and injustice. God's mercy means that He has taken the penalty and pain of all that's wrong with the world on Himself when He died on the cross. Do you believe this? You need mercy. I need mercy. And God offers it to us, to you. It's a free gift. Will you take it today? It's for you. Always remember, there is hope with God. Bible Reference: "God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, 5 that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God's grace that you have been saved!)" Ephesians 2:4-5 radio.hopewithgod.com Find out more at https://hopewithgod.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
We're back for part 2 of our chat with Blake Guichet about Christians and Politics. We chat about whether open borders and socialism are truly biblical, what it means that God is the one who raises up and brings down kings, and what this means for our political decisions as Bible-believing Christians. Wherever you fall on the political spectrum, we pray this episode will cause you to pray more, search your Bible diligently for truth, and trust yourself to the sovereign Lord of the universe whose purposes are always good, right, and true. Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Check out Voetberg Music Academy Here Code: misformama20 Check out Christian Healthcare Ministries Check out Christianbook.com Bible References: 1 Corinthians 14:33 James 1:27 Ruth Exodus 2:22 John 3:30 Ruth 2:2-3 Psalm 46 Isaiah 54:17 1 Timothy 5:8 Matthew 25:14-30 Links: M Is for Mama Penny Reward System Leave a Review for the M is for Mama Show Paint & Prose Pre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad M Is For Mama Chore Guide M Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-Up Find Abbie at: Instagram YouTube Facebook
Today, I am going over how to help your kids recover and grow from the challenges they may have faced from the destructive behaviors they've experienced from you.The Lord leads us all on a journey to get closer to him. He is growing and refining us all - including our kids! Learn what I did and continue to do to help my kids grow and heal from the messy moments of my motherhood journey.I am inviting you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Bible References:2 Timothy 3:14-15 NLTEphesians 3:14-21 NLTEphesians 1:7-8 NLTTools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present, and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Links:Refresh Your Soul to Calm the Mom Anger and RageNatalie's Story Out of Destructive AngerHelp! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentYou Blew It, Now What? How to Recover From Destructive BehaviorChanging the Angry Mama Heart Through PrayerSponsor:The Motherhood Restored Coaching ProgramQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
In this episode, I am sharing a recent moment of destructive behavior and how I worked through it and recovered in a healthy way.Last week, I yelled “SHUT UP” at my husband and slammed a door after having a frustrating conversation with one of my kids.You'll hear the details of what happened, how I worked through it to stop myself from escalating to any further destructive behaviors, as well as how I recovered so that I am no longer carrying the guilt of my actions.In sharing these “Confessions of an Angry Mama” episodes, I hope to help you see that although we cannot get rid of anger, we can learn how to turn our messy moments over to the Lord. He then restores and refreshes us so we can keep walking forward with Him on our motherhood journey.I invite you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Bible References:2 Corinthians 4:16-18 NLTLinks:SIT & Pray PodcastI Cussed At My DaughterTools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present, and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Sponsor:The Motherhood Restored Coaching ProgramQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Today, Natalie has the privilege of hosting health and wellness coach Stephanie Hodges.Stephanie is passionate about discovering what it means to be wholly well in body, soul, and spirit. With over 20 years of combined experience in fitness, wellness, and ministry, she has a unique perspective on faith-based well-being. As a fitness professional, Stephanie has a Master's in Nutrition and Exercise Science and is an active online Health & Wellness Coach.Natalie and Stephanie chat about how busy Christian mamas can prioritize holistic health. It's about caring for the temple inside and out—body, soul, and spirit.They chat about common tactical questions about diet and exercise, sort through today's popular advice, and give practical action steps for staying healthy on a busy schedule.They also discuss biblical fasting and cover topics such as the Daniel Fast, prayer and anointing the home, and other spiritual disciplines that they've found helpful in their growth as wives, mothers, and daughters of God.This interview will give you hope, inspiration, great tips, and strategies to help you discover more about balance within your mind, body, and soul as a Christian in your motherhood journey. Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Bible References:1 Cor 6:19-20Psalm 139:13-14Links:https://stephaniechodges.com/https://www.danielfastjourney.com/https://www.instagram.com/whollywelljourney/Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Have you ever thought of yourself as a minister or a priest? Listen to this passage from 1 Peter. This is how Peter describes God followers… You are royal priests, a holy nation, God's very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. When Jesus gave His life for the sins of all mankind, He declared that all who believe in Him are now His royal priests. What does that mean? It means we have the authority to show others the goodness of God. We are filled with His Holy Spirit, we are made new and made clean, and there is no separation between us and God because of Jesus. As a believer, you have full authority to stand in the presence of God and share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Why not do it today? Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Andrew Palau. Bible Reference: 1 Peter 2:9 radio.hopewithgod.com
How should you pray? Is there a certain place you should go or specific words you should use? There's a verse in the Bible that brings clarity to these questions. It says… Pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Pray without ceasing… That means that the place to pray is… wherever you are! And the best time to pray is…any time! And the best posture is… any posture. God wants you to talk with Him through prayer every day, at any time, anywhere. Talk to God just like He is your best friend. Because He is! His presence is with you always. Whether you're at church or home. You can have direct access to God in prayer. This is Wendy Palau. Bible Reference: 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 radio.hopewithgod.com
The story of David and Goliath is super well known, but have you considered how David did not suddenly have the courage or even the favor of the people and his own when he sought to face Goliath? David knew the crown was coming for him, and yet, he remained consistent with his mundane, day-to-day lifestyle of faithfulness. David EASILY could have been prideful when he showed up with a Lunchable for the army of Israel and his brothers, but David's courage was a direct result of his faithfulness to his relationship with the Lord. Monologue: Autumn reminisces on nostalgic moments in her daughter Grace's life as she prepares to graduate in just a few days. Message: Autumn encourages believers in their day-to-day systems of faithfulness through a different lens of the story of David and Goliath. Question: “What does it mean in the Bible when it says God will restore the years the locusts have eaten?” Praise Report: A listener shares how a recent episode gave her confirmation that God told her that she had not missed an opportunity she thought she missed. Bible References: 1 Samuel 16:6-9, 17:1-54, 18:5-7 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site If you have a question for Autumn, testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
David after his anointing was sought after by King Saul because of his talent and his character. Because of God's favor on David, Saul's people took recognition of him through his talents and his abilities. When God places His favor on you after your faithfulness to steward well what He has given you, what skills and talents will you have honed in and perfected for God to use to elevate you among others? The work you do now, the talents you perfect and the skills you hone, God will use them to give you recognition among men after He places His favor upon you. Monologue: Autumn chronicles the hectic week before Mother's Day and getting her mom's card to her on time. Message: Autumn follows last week's topic of gaining the favor of God with gaining the faithfulness of others. Question: “Do you have any recommendations or resources on how to get advocacy in my church as a woman leader?” Praise Report: A listener shares how they have been faithful to serving in their church and is celebrating 4 years of sobriety, which led to their pastor recognizing them and requesting them to lead an AA small group at their church. Bible References: 1 Samuel 16:11-23 Psalm 23 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site If you have a question for Autumn, testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!
GOD GIVES EASY instructions for victory! The instructions are often easy, but the action required on our part is hard! On Elisha's deathbed, the king of Israel, Joash, realized he had one opportunity left to ask the power of God to give him victory. The passion Joash had for the victory he wanted showed in the way he obeyed the instruction from the prophet of God. If you don't put in your entire passion towards the victory you want, you will get the same result. BUT, if you invest everything you've got into it, the power of God is ready to give you that victory, step by step. Monologue: Autumn encourages listeners who are married to invest in her marriage and shares how she and Eddie invested in their marriage over the weekend. Message: Autumn prompts believers to invest everything they have to the victory they want to receive from the Lord as He gives His easy instructions. Question: “How do I approach a difficult conversation with a friend?” Praise Report: A listener shares the way God spoke to her to rest in her business. Bible References: 2 Kings 13:14-25, 2:9-12 Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site If you have a question for Autumn, testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!