Podcasts about blessed life

What do you really want?According to the Gospel of John, that's the first question Jesus asks His would-be disciples:“What do you want?”In this reflection on Psalm 1, John Ortberg explores why that may be one of the most important questions we ever answer.Our lives have a way of organizing themselves around our deepest desires.How do you spend your time?Your money?What makes you angry?What are you willing to sacrifice for?Those things often reveal what we want more accurately than our words do.Psalm 1 gives us a picture of a different kind of life: a flourishing person, like a tree planted beside streams of water, with roots sunk deeply into God.And John closes with the remarkable story of Natan Sharansky, who spent years imprisoned in the Soviet Union and memorized the entire Book of Psalms.When he was finally released, Sharansky refused to cross the bridge to freedom until his captors returned his copy of the Psalms.What we fill our minds with matters.Because what fills our minds helps shape what we desire.So today, ask yourself:What do I really want?And:What am I filling my mind with?In this episode:The first question Jesus asks in John's GospelHow our lives reveal what we actually wantPsalm 1 and the meaning of “blessed”What biblical flourishing looks likeThe tree planted beside streams of waterWhy invisible roots matterThe progression of walking, standing and sittingWhy Psalm 1 isn't a formula for easy circumstancesHow inner goodness crowds out envy and greedNatan Sharansky's remarkable storyHow the Psalms sustained him through Soviet imprisonmentWhy what we fill our minds with shapes our livesScriptures: John 1:35–38 • Psalm 1 • Acts 20:35 • Matthew 7:12#Psalm1 #JohnOrtberg #Psalms #Jesus #SpiritualFormation #Flourishing #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #Prayer #NatanSharansky

In this message from our series The Blessed Life, we look at the story of David in 1 Samuel 30. David returns to Ziklag only to find that everything he had built has been burned and his family has been taken captive. By every outward appearance, it looks like everything is lost.But the fire wasn't the end of David's story.David had been running, avoiding, and holding onto things that God never called him to hold onto. Yet when everything around him fell apart, David did something different: he strengthened himself in the Lord and sought God.This message challenges us to consider what we're holding onto, where we're finding our strength, and whether we're willing to surrender the things that may be keeping us from what God has next.The fire didn't destroy David's destiny. It destroyed what was distracting him from it.Maybe there's a "Ziklag" in your life that God is asking you to release. Maybe you're walking through a fire and wondering what God is doing. Either way, this message reminds us that when everything becomes uncertain, God remains certain.If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who may need this reminder today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this message from our series The Blessed Life, Pastor Micaiah unpacks Psalm 1 and reveals that a blessed life isn't simply about what we obtain. It's about getting our lives into the order God designed.God is a God of order. When we put Him first, get planted, stay connected to the Source, and allow Him to shape our lives, we position ourselves to experience the fruit and purpose He has for us.You were never meant to just be potted, you were meant to be planted.Being planted means going deeper. It means moving from simply attending church to belonging, serving, building relationships, taking responsibility, and becoming who God created you to be.“Fix the flow, and God fixes the fruit.”No matter what season you are in, God can make you fruitful. When the storm comes, you can still stand when your roots are deep and your life is connected to the Source.This week, ask yourself:What is out of order in my life?Am I planted or just potted?Am I connected to the Source?What is my next step?Get the order right and let God handle the outcome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psalm 1 (Mike Kim)

In Episode 215, we explore Luke 11:27-28 and one of the most compact but powerful teachings in all of the Gospels. A woman in the crowd calls out a blessing over Jesus' mother: "God bless your mother—the womb from which you came, and the breasts that nursed you!" It's a beautiful sentiment—a genuine expression of honor and admiration. Mary was indeed blessed among women. But Jesus gently redirects her attention: "But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice." Through guided meditation, discover what makes this redirection so significant. Notice what Jesus doesn't say. He doesn't say blessed are those who hear the word of God. Hearing alone isn't enough. He says hear and put it into practice. The blessing Jesus offers isn't reserved for those with the right family connections, the right religious credentials, or the right spiritual heritage. It's available to everyone who does two things: hears and does. This episode explores the profound gap that can develop between hearing and doing in the Christian life. We live in a world saturated with Christian content—podcasts, books, sermons, devotionals, Bible apps, online courses. It's possible to consume enormous amounts of God's word and still not be changed by it. Hearing without doing creates a kind of spiritual callus—we become familiar with truth without being transformed by it. We nod at convictions without acting on them. We receive promptings without following them. We sense God's direction without taking the next step. James echoes Jesus' teaching in his letter: "Don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves." The blessed life Jesus describes is not a life of perfect performance—it's a life of faithful response. You hear something from God and you do it. You receive a prompting and you act on it. You sense a conviction and you follow it. Not perfectly. Not without fear. But faithfully. One step at a time. Learn why the gap between hearing and doing is one of the most dangerous places in the spiritual life—not because you're rejecting God, but because you're consuming without responding, nodding without obeying, knowing without doing. Discover practical steps for identifying the specific thing God has been saying to you that you've been hearing but not doing—the conviction that keeps surfacing, the prompting to reach out to someone, the step of obedience you've been putting off. Find the courage to respond today—not tomorrow, not when you feel more prepared, not when the timing is better—but today. Experience the blessing that Jesus promises to those who hear and do.

In week two of The Blessed Life series, we dive into Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount and explore the first three Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:1-5. While the world often defines blessing through success, comfort, and status, Jesus completely redefines what it means to be blessed.Jesus begins His teaching not with a list of things to accomplish, but with a declaration of what is true: “Blessed are…” The Beatitudes are not a checklist we use to earn God's love—they are the evidence of a heart that has already been transformed by Him.In this message, we explore:What it means to be “poor in spirit” and recognize our complete dependence on GodWhy mourning over our sin and a broken world leads us to true comfort through the Holy SpiritHow biblical meekness is not weakness, but strength surrendered to GodWhy the greatest blessing is not what God gives us, but being found and saved in HimThe blessed life is not a life without hardship. It is a life where the King Himself is our portion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[Psalm 1:1-3] Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. [2] But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. [3] They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. God promises _____________ & _____________ for those who delight in His teachings. [Hebrews 4.12] For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Only God's Word will give you the tools to ___________ sin. [Psalm 119:61] Evil people try to drag me into sin, but I am firmly anchored to your law. READ God's Word Daily The Bible is the _____________ way that God speaks to us. [2 Timothy 3.16-17] All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. [17] God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work. MEDITATE on God's Word Meditation is not _____________ your mind, it is _____________ it with God's Word. [Joshua 1:7-8] Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do. [8] Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. Meditation is the process of moving God's Word from your _____________ to your _____________. APPLY God's Word into your life. [Matthew 7.24, 26] “Anyone who listens to my teaching and obeys me is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. [26] But anyone who hears my teaching and ignores it is foolish, like a person who builds a house on sand. It's not what you _____________ but what you _____________ that makes you a Christ-Follower.

Ever wonder where real strength comes from when you're feeling completely exhausted?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi guides us through Isaiah 40, exploring the comforting truth that God is never tired and always near to lift us up. Together, we'll discover what it looks like to receive strength from our everlasting Creator, even when our own energy runs out and life feels overwhelming.Let's come together as a community, taking time to refocus our hearts and join in prayer, trusting God to renew and empower us in every moment.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

08-04-26 Tues PM “The Blessed Life”  Pastor Nathaniel Urshan  Hebrews 11:20-21You can contact us at https://fpcdurham.org

What does it really mean to live a blessed life?In the first message of our new series, The Blessed Life, Pastor Micaiah challenges the common idea that God's blessing is measured by comfort, success, or possessions. Through Psalm 139, we're reminded that true blessing isn't found in perfect circumstances—it's found in God's presence.Whether you're on the mountaintop or walking through one of life's hardest seasons, God is an "even there" God. He isn't surprised by your struggles, scared of your circumstances, or absent from your pain. The blessed life is discovered when we stop chasing blessings and start pursuing the One who blesses.If you're wondering where God is in the middle of your "there," this message is a powerful reminder that He is with you, leading you, holding you, and working through every season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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[Psalm 34:4-9] I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. [5] Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces. [6] In my desperation I prayed, and the Lord listened; he saved me from all my troubles. [7] For the angel of the Lord is a guard; he surrounds and defends all who fear him. [8] Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! [9] Fear the Lord, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need. God blesses those who have a deep _____________ for Him. [Proverbs 22:4] True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life. Fear of the Lord is a _____________ worship of God. [Galatians 1.10] Obviously, I'm not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ's servant. Living for people's approval will only _____________ you _____________. [Proverbs 29.25] Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. The fear of God is the _____________ for the fear of people. I am going to live for _____________ and not the approval of _____________. You will _____________ whoever you fear. [Proverbs 8.13] All who fear the Lord will hate evil. Therefore, I hate pride and arrogance, corruption and perverse speech. Not fearing God means that we don't _____________ _____________ what He thinks. [Psalm 25.14] The LORD is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. When you have a healthy respect of God you will attract His _____________.

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Will you live the blessed life that Psalm 112 describes? 

[1 Chronicles 4:9-10] There was a man named Jabez who was more honorable than any of his brothers. His mother named him Jabez because his birth had been so painful. [10] He was the one who prayed to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and expand my territory! Please be with me in all that I do, and keep me from all trouble and pain!” And God granted him his request. Jabez had a reputation of _____________. God is the only one who can turn pain into a _______________. God wants to bring _____________ and blessing on every area of your life. [Luke 11.11-13] “You fathers—if your children ask for a fish, do you give them a snake instead? [12] Or if they ask for an egg, do you give them a scorpion? Of course not! [13] So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him.” God gives good gifts to His _____________. God isn't an angry __________ __________ waiting for us to mess up. [1 John 5.14-15] And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. [15] And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for. You can't pray according to God's will if you don't have a _____________________ with Him. Prayer _______________ things. [Matthew 7:7-8] “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. [8] For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened. If you want to attract God's blessings you must live an ___________________ life. [2 Timothy 2.21] If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.

Did you know that the key to reprogramming your subconscious mind is repetition? Your subconscious mind is the KEY to manifesting the life you desire, but it is likely already 'programmed' with beliefs that do not support your desires. From the day you are born until about seven years old, everything you were told, everything you observed, and everything you absorbed from your environment shaped your beliefs. These beliefs are deeply ingrained in your subconscious mind and can feel impossible to change… but what if I told you there is an EASY way to reprogram your subconscious mind? In this episode, I explain in detail how to easily reprogram your subconscious mind to manifest love, prosperity, health, and anything else your heart desires. Subliminal audios are a powerful way to reprogram your subconscious mind, but the one I created uses binaural beats, Theta waves, and advanced technology that loops the subliminal affirmation 1200 times in an hour to make them incredibly effective! I created a special subliminal audio to create a life of ease, prosperity, health, loving relationships, and spiritual connection – a truly 'blessed life!' To purchase The Miraculous Woman Subliminal Audio to Create a Blessed Life, click here.   Key Learnings: 1)    Your subconscious mind is programmed by your parents, your environment and everything you observed between the time you are born until about seven years old. The two things that impress the subconscious mind are repetition and strong emotions. 2)    Once formed, these subconscious programs are hard to change. Even logic and evidence don't change them. Repetition is the easiest way to reprogram your subconscious mind, but it can be tedious. Enter the subliminal audio! These are audios that use music your conscious mind hears and affirmations that only your subconscious mind can hear. 3) To create what I call a 'blessed life,' a life of abundance, health, loving relationships and strong spiritual connection, listen to The Miraculous Woman Subliminal Audio.   "Repetition is the key to reprogramming your subconscious mind. Subliminal audios are the easy way to do it!"   Click here to purchase The Miraculous Woman Subliminal Audio to Create a Blessed Life To join The Miraculous Woman Membership, click here If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com  

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Speaker: Pastor Bruce BurkettTitle: The Blessed Life Text: Psalm 1

What does it actually mean to live a blessed life? In Week 4 of Summer of Wisdom, Pastor JC explores what the book of Proverbs teaches about blessing—and it's probably different than what you've been told. A blessed life isn't measured by wealth, success, or comfort. It's the deep joy, peace, and fulfillment that come from walking closely with God and living according to His wisdom. In this message, you'll discover: - Why God's definition of blessing is different from the world's - How walking with God leads to lasting fulfillment - Why creating margin brings peace instead of pressure - How generosity transforms your heart - Why gratitude is the evidence of a truly blessed life

What does it actually mean to live a blessed life? In Week 4 of Summer of Wisdom, Pastor JC explores what the book of Proverbs teaches about blessing—and it's probably different than what you've been told. A blessed life isn't measured by wealth, success, or comfort. It's the deep joy, peace, and fulfillment that come from walking closely with God and living according to His wisdom. In this message, you'll discover: - Why God's definition of blessing is different from the world's - How walking with God leads to lasting fulfillment - Why creating margin brings peace instead of pressure - How generosity transforms your heart - Why gratitude is the evidence of a truly blessed life

What does it actually mean to live a blessed life? In Week 4 of Summer of Wisdom, Pastor JC explores what the book of Proverbs teaches about blessing—and it's probably different than what you've been told. A blessed life isn't measured by wealth, success, or comfort. It's the deep joy, peace, and fulfillment that come from walking closely with God and living according to His wisdom. In this message, you'll discover: - Why God's definition of blessing is different from the world's - How walking with God leads to lasting fulfillment - Why creating margin brings peace instead of pressure - How generosity transforms your heart - Why gratitude is the evidence of a truly blessed life

[John 3.16] For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. We should be ______________ because ___________ is generous. [Hebrews 13.16] And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased [Matthew 25.34-40] “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. [35] For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, [36] I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.' [37] “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? [38] When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? [39] When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' [40] “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.' Generosity ______________ God and directly _____________ Jesus. [Acts 20.35] remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: It is more blessed to give than to receive. It is ______________ blessed to give than to ______________. [2 Corinthians 9:7-8] Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. [8] And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. Generosity is not ______________, it is intentional, thoughtful, prayerful and cheerful. Your ______________ will ______________ your blessing. [Psalm: 24:1] The earth is the Lord's and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to him. All our ____________ belong to God, not just what we ___________. [Proverbs 19.17] If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord – and he will repay you. God will always ______________ generosity. [Proverbs 11.24-25] One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. [25] A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. Give out of God's _____________ not your ____________ resources. [Malachi 3.10] Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the LORD Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it. [James 4.17] Remember it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it. Generosity is an act of ______________ that starts with a ______________ heart and ends with ______________ hands.

A Blessed Life Now, with More to Come | A Reflective Walk Through Ephesians, pt. 3   Ephesians 1:3-14 contains Paul's prayer of thanksgiving and praise for all the spiritual blessings we have in Christ. By listening to it, we learn what Paul's idea of a blessed life is. We also see that what God has given us in Christ speaks deeply to our human longing for meaning and value and we learn that as blessed as we already are in Christ, there's still more to come. Praise God for all he has done for us and will do for us in the world to come.    Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:  https://www.johnwhittaker.net   Support this ministry: Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below. http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/   The Listener's Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:  https://www.listenerscommentary.com   Connect with John: Social Media- connect on facebook and instagram Email - john@johnwhittaker.net If you've been helped by this teaching leave a review and share freely - on Facebook, Instagram, X, via email.

Who really gets the good stuff?In this reflection on Psalm 113, John Ortberg explores what Dallas Willard called the Law of Inversion—one of the great themes running through the entire Bible.Again and again, God overturns the world's prestige system.The first become last.The overlooked become honored.The humble are lifted up.From Abel to Jacob, Hannah to Mary, the Beatitudes to Jesus washing His disciples' feet, Scripture tells one remarkable story: God's kingdom operates differently.This episode explores:- Psalm 113 and God's care for the overlooked- The Law of Inversion- The world's pecking order- Hannah's prayer and Mary's Magnificat- The Beatitudes- Jesus' upside-down kingdom- Why every person has access to "the good stuff"Scriptures:- Psalm 113- Genesis- Exodus 15- 1 Samuel 2- Luke 1- Matthew 5- John 13- Philippians 2#Psalm113 #JohnOrtberg #DallasWillard #KingdomOfGod #Beatitudes #Prayer #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #Humility

We begin our Summering in the Psalms series with Psalm 1. Before teaching us how to praise, lament, confess, or rejoice, this opening psalm lays two paths before us. One leads to flourishing; the other to ruin. Psalm 1 invites us to consider not merely what we believe, but what shapes our desires, our decisions, and the direction of our lives.

"The Blessed Life" (Psalm 128:1-6)

[Galatians 6:7] Don't be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. There's usually a gap between your ________________ and your ________________. God often uses those who are ___________________, for his glory. [1 Samuel 17.13-17] Jesse's three oldest sons—Eliab, Abinadab, and Shimea—had already joined Saul's army to fight the Philistines. [14] David was the youngest son. David's three oldest brothers stayed with Saul's army, [15] but David went back and forth so he could help his father with the sheep in Bethlehem. [16] For forty days, every morning and evening, the Philistine champion strutted in front of the Israelite army. [17] One day Jesse said to David, “Take this basket of roasted grain and these ten loaves of bread, and carry them quickly to your brothers. Nothing is insignificant in your life when it is done for the ________________ of Jesus. The best opportunities come when we wholeheartedly serve Jesus in the __________ __________ [Luke 16.10] “If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. [1 Samuel 17.17-23] One day Jesse said to David, “Take this basket of roasted grain and these ten loaves of bread, and carry them quickly to your brothers. [18] And give these ten cuts of cheese to their captain. See how your brothers are getting along, and bring back a report on how they are doing.” [19] David's brothers were with Saul and the Israelite army at the valley of Elah, fighting against the Philistines. [20] So David left the sheep with another shepherd and set out early the next morning with the gifts, as Jesse had directed him. He arrived at the camp just as the Israelite army was leaving for the battlefield with shouts and battle cries. [21] Soon the Israelite and Philistine forces stood facing each other, army against army. [22] David left his things with the keeper of supplies and hurried out to the ranks to greet his brothers. [23] As he was talking with them, Goliath, the Philistine champion from Gath, came out from the Philistine ranks. Then David heard him shout his usual taunt to the army of Israel. When you serve, you are ________________ people to the power of Jesus. [Ephesians 6:7-8] Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. [8] Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do, whether we are slaves or free. Life's greatest ________________ are received when we ________________ Jesus.

Ian Weber, Student PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Blessed LifePsalm 11. How someone becomes blessed v.1-2- Matthew 5:2-3Traditional Hedonism says "pursue pleasure as your highest good"Christian Hedonism says "pursue pleasure in God as your highest good" - John Piper2. The natural bi-product of a blessed person v.3-4- Matthew 7:17- Matthew 10:393. The end result of a blessed person v.5-6- Matthew 7:13-14Mental worship...1. What areas of your life require guarding against the slippery slope of sin (walking, standing,sitting)?2. What would change in your life if you "pursued pleasure in God as your highest good"?3. What would you say you most delight in and how does that affect your relationship with God?4. Is your life producing fruit or chaff? How would you know?5. What's your next step in becoming the super blessed person?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

The Blessed Life (Psalm 84) by Timberline Baptist Church

A message from our sermon series - Sacred Exhortations - A study in the Psalms - Psalm 112:1-10 (ESV).

In this episode of the Meaningful People Podcast, Nachi Gordon sits down with Rabbi Shmuel Diamond for an unforgettable conversation about one of the most dramatic transformations you'll ever hear. Rabbi Diamond grew up completely secular in North London, in a world where the very idea of God was treated as ridiculous, and didn't learn the Aleph Beis until he was 21. He takes us back through his years of searching, traveling through India, chasing photography, and sinking deeper and deeper into drugs, until he hit a point so low he knew something had to change. Then came the small, almost absurd moment in a Manchester shop that he still points to as the night his teshuva truly began.   From there, the conversation follows his climb back, his move to Israel, and his journey to becoming religious. Rabbi Diamond shares how discovering Rabbi Manis Friedman's teachings on Tanya completely changed his approach to Yiddishkeit, taking him from a Yid who looked the part to someone who finally felt genuinely connected.   He also shares the story behind his "Journey to a Blessed Life" course, which is helping thousands rebuild their relationship with themselves, with others, and with Hashem. This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ► PZ Deals   Download the app and never pay full price again!   https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp   _________________ ► Colel Chabad Pushka App   The easiest way to give Tzedaka   https://pushkapp.cc/meaningful   _________________ ► EL AL   From the Hebrew announcements to the Israeli atmosphere onboard, flying EL AL feels like Israel before you even land. With nonstop flights to Israel and Jewish comfort from takeoff to landing, there's nothing like hearing: "ברוכים הבאים לישראל."   Book your next flight with EL AL: https://www.elal.com/eng/usa?utm_source=meaningful&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=gcny_incoming_usa&cid=s:el%7Cm:what%7Ccp:gcny%7Cct:incoming%7Cau:usa   _________________ ► Ness Vacation Homes   EDEN GARDENS' LARGEST LUXURY HOME COLLECTION Handpicked, high-end homes available exclusively through Ness.   OPTIONAL PROGRAM-LEVEL PESACH EXPERIENCE Upgrade your stay with a complete A–Z Pesach setup, including kitchen preparation, catered meals, and fully arranged details by Glatt Gourmet.   https://nessvacationhomes.com/   _________________ ► Gutnick Chumash   The Chumash that brings Rashi to life, weaving his explanations into the text with the Rebbe's approach. A favorite in homes, shuls, schools, and Chabad Houses worldwide. Synagogue Edition now 45% off, just $49.50 through June 19.   Visit KolMenachem.com or call 718-951-6328   _________________ ► UJA   UJA is at the center of Long Island's Jewish community with the shared purpose of strengthening our Jewish future.   https://ujafedny.org/five-towns   _________________ ► Rothenberg Law Firm   Personal Injury Law Firm For 50+ years! Reach out Today for Free Case Evaluation   https://shorturl.at/JFKHH   _________________ ► Town Appliance   Visit the website or message them on WhatsApp   https://www.townappliance.com https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp