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In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl continues the series The King Has Come with a raw and life-giving exploration of the second great gift Jesus brings: peace.Turning to the familiar yet profound scene in Luke 2:8–20, Pastor Karl invites us into the midnight terror of ordinary shepherds—suddenly confronted by the blinding glory of God—and shows how the very first words from heaven that night were not “Merry Christmas,” but “Fear not.” That first Christmas did not begin with sentimental calm; it began with paralyzing, mega-fear. And right there, in the middle of stacked-on-stacked fear, the angel announced good news of great joy: a Savior has been born who is Christ the Lord, the Prince of Peace.With pastoral tenderness and unflinching honesty, Pastor Karl unmasks fear as the mortal enemy of peace—how it magnifies threats, shrinks our view of God, and paints our future in colors darker than God ever intended. Yet the gospel is stronger: peace is not the absence of trouble but the presence of a Person. Peace is not something Jesus gives; peace is who Jesus is—and He gives Himself.Through the shepherds' journey from terror to testimony, we're given clear, scriptural paths out of fear and into the unshakable peace of Christ: speaking God's truth over fear's lies, refusing to agree with the spirit of fear, drawing near to Jesus through spiritual disciplines, and taking bold steps of obedience that move us against comfort and toward surrender.This is a word for everyone whose heart has been ruled by anxiety, worst-case scenarios, or the quiet fears that steal joy—especially in this season. A tender yet urgent call to stop trusting the unknown future to our own control and start trusting it to the known God who entered our fear as a baby in a manger.Because the King has come, fear does not get the final word. Peace does. And when the Prince of Peace takes over a life, what spills out is no longer fear—but praise, testimony, and unshakable confidence in the goodness of God.Essential listening for anyone who longs to trade fear for the peace that passes all understanding this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm
God's discipline for us is done out of love, to grow us as individuals. It causes us to mature spiritually and fulfills God's plan in us. In this message, Claire shares how we can be 'All In' for the Lord and how, as children of God, we have power and authority over demonic influences.
Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass December 2, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings Isaiah 11:1-10 Luke 10:21-24 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give
How is this Advent season inviting you to be childlike? Today's Gospel (Luke 10:21–24) reminds us that Jesus reveals His deepest mysteries not to the “wise and learned,” but to the childlike. In this reflection, we look at what it truly means to be a child of God — innocent, curious, trusting, creative, and full of faith. As we think about choir concerts, children's plays, wrapping gifts, and the wonder of the season, we're invited to rediscover that same childlike heart within ourselves.
Have you ever thought about what "walking worthy of our calling" should look like in practical terms? Is it in keeping a strict moral standard? Presenting a "good witness" to society? Giving benevolently to those less fortunate than us? Paul may startle you with his answer in Ephesians 5. Is the church getting it right? Or are we missing the boat?" Listen as Julie Coleman presents the sure-fire ways, we can demonstrate our commitment to the Lord, to each other and to the world.
In Episode 552 of For All You Kids Out There, Jeffrey and Jarrett discuss the Brandon Nimmo for Marcus Semien swap and then talk about a bunch of stuff that was recorded before said deal.
John 1:12 ESV But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God
In this week's episode I am encouraging you to walk in the authority of who you are in Christ. As a child of God you have all the authority given to you by God. We have so many kingdom benefits and so many of us are not walking in them. Our identity in Christ is the key to embracing who God has created us to be. Once you realize you are chosen by God you can fully show up with a confidence and boldness and that includes how you pray as well. Let's walk in our authority today!!I have a FREE resource for you!! Click the link below for DREAM BIG series. Daring to Dream Big - Elevate | Christina JollyMy 30 Day Faith to Believe devotional:Faith to Believe – 30 Day Devotional eBook - Elevate | Christina JollyConnect with me at:Home - Elevate | Christina JollyGet your FREE eBook download here:Elevate Your Faith in 5 Minutes - Elevate | Christina Jolly
1 John 3 pt2 - Sin and Child Of God.mp3 by Ray Jensen
In this conversation, David de Vos shares his journey of faith, vulnerability, and the transformative power of God's love. He discusses his healing journey, the impact of his book 'Raw', and the importance of inclusion and acceptance in faith. David emphasizes the need to redefine ministry and evangelism, focusing on compassion and connection with others. He introduces his new book, 'Everyone is a Child of God', exploring the universal love of God and the journey of self-acceptance. The conversation highlights the significance of community and the call to love without borders.For more content like this, go to:https://afamilystory.org/Please rate, review, share, and SUBSCRIBE!Podcast intro and outro music by Wilde AssemblyJoin A Family Story's Mailing List:https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e2f4i4Join the Rethinking God with Tacos Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/godandtacosFollow Rethinking God with Tacos on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/rethinkinggodwithtacos/Follow Jason's personal Facebook page at:https://www.facebook.com/afamilystory.org/Follow Jason on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/jasonclarkis/ Follow Jason on X at: https://x.com/jasonclarkis Send a donation!!https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/36393kxxeh8
1 John 3 pt1 - Sin and Child Of God by Ray Jensen
I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 10th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. The Book of Acts 7:51 - this is Steven speaking just before they stoned him to death.“You stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit; as your fathers did, so do you.” I want to speak about being stiff-necked. Folks, we must be so careful about that one. To be stiff-necked is to be stubborn, to be rebellious, to be disobedient, refusing to listen, not obeying the word of God. To be rigid and obstinate sounds terrible, doesn't it? That's what a stiff-necked person is like.I've got a son on the farm here and he specialises in training horses that are a trouble to their riders. They send the horse here for three or four months, and he schools them correctly, and one of the hardest things that he has to deal with is a horse that has got a stiff neck. The horse refuses to bend its neck. Now he has to teach it to bend its neck and basically to humble itself so that it can respond to instructions. I don't know how much you know about a horse, but I want to tell you that if a horse has got a stiff neck and it starts to gallop away with you, and it gets the bit in its mouth, it is totally out of control. It cannot see where it is going because its head is in the air. It is a danger to itself and to the rider, and by the way to any passersby, any pedestrians. That horse will run over the edge of a cliff, no problem, run through a barbed wire fence. I've seen it myself because it refuses to listen. I know people like that, people who have hurt themselves terribly because they refuse to say sorry, they refuse to change, and they refuse to listen. The children of Israel were like that. Our Father God in heaven spoke about them as being a stiff-necked people and it cost them severely.Today, you and I, let us start to become soft, pliable, teachable, people who are pleasant to be around. Those are the people who have lots of friends. Don't be standing in the corner like that stiff-necked horse that refuses to change. By the way, if it doesn't change, it has to be put down because it becomes a danger to all those around it. Do not be like that. Today, be a child of God and then God will use you. Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day, Goodbye.
Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra (616)956-9377
Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra (616)956-9377
What does adoption reveal about the heart of God? Scripture calls us to care for the orphaned and vulnerable as a reflection of God's love for us. Listen in as we explore how, in Christ, we've been chosen and adopted into God's family.
Speaker: Pastor Brent Armstrong Passage: Matthew 18:10-14
What does adoption reveal about the heart of God? Scripture calls us to care for the orphaned and vulnerable as a reflection of God's love for us. Listen in as we explore how, in Christ, we've been chosen and adopted into God's family.
We shouldn't have to apologize for taking our faith into the public square. It's not the only worldview in the public arena, and we have every right to live out our faith intentionally. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the need for us to stop hiding our Christian identity and instead shine the light of God's Kingdom purposefully in our homes and communities. We are responsible for instilling our biblical values and morals in the next generation, and that begins at our kitchen tables. It won't be easy. We will face pushback and hardship, but most things worth doing require discomfort and effort. Let's determine to do the difficult thing in pursuit of God.
When we remember that He reigns, we remember we need not fear.
When you become a Christian, you receive a new family identity that transcends your earthly genealogy. Through salvation, God legally adopts you into His family, giving you a perfect Father and an eternal inheritance. This adoption means you have complete access to God and are no longer defined by your earthly family's dysfunction or achievements. As God's child, you must stop living with hatred toward your earthly family and abandon the slave mentality of constantly trying to earn God's love. Instead, embrace your identity as chosen, loved, and secure in Christ, focusing on becoming like Jesus rather than avoiding your parents' patterns.
A sabbath day call to praise reminds us to recall and cherish His lovingkindness and faithfulness. Do you rest in Him or has rest become a time to do your chores?
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October 12, 2025 - Brad Hopkins - Child of God by Buford Church of Christ
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Rev. Dean Franklin preaches from the Book of Ephesians on being a child of God.
Are all human beings children of God? The politically-correct answer would be an unequivocal, “Yes, all people of all religions are worshiping the same God, and they are all His children!” But is that true? Or are there certain criteria that must be fulfilled to “become” a child of God? The answer to this challenging question is complex and there are layers of revelation. Get ready for the mystery to be unveiled. You have probably never heard it explained this way.Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org (English & Spanish) Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video format on our YouTube channel. Mike Shreve's other podcast Discover Your Spiritual Identity—a study on the biblical names given to God's people: https://www.charismapodcastnetwork.com/show/discoveryourspiritualidentity Mail: P.O. Box 4260, Cleveland, TN 37320 / Phone: 423-478-2843Purchase Mike Shreve's popular book comparing over 20 religions: In Search of the True LightPurchase Mike Shreve's new book comparing Catholicism to biblical Christianity: The Beliefs of the Catholic Church
Tune in Friday, September 19, 2025 @ 7pm EST for the next “He Said, He Said, He Said Live!” A Look at the World from A Seasoned Black Man's Perspective for “A Child of God: The Story of Mykle-Kane.' Pegasus Project – Pegasus Management Group This Friday, September 19th, He Said, He Said, He SaidLive is bringing you an unforgettable conversation with the multi-talented Mykle-Kane — author, filmmaker, talk show host, lyricist, and founder of the inspiring non-profit Laughing Through Pain.As the visionary behind Pegasus Management Group (PMG24), Mykle-Kane has poured his creativity into literature, film, stage plays, and live events that uplift and empower communities. His powerful body of workincludes Whatever Tomorrow May Bring, Colors of the Rainbow, Impossible Dreams, and the semi-biography A Child of God.You also know him as the host of The Black Chair withMykle-Kane, where culture, truth, and storytelling take center stage. And now, he's joining us for a live discussion you won't want to miss!He Said, He Said, He Said Live — Friday, September 19th. Mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready for inspiration, insight, and real talk with Mykle-Kane.New Episodes of “He Said, He Said, He Said” - Live stream Fridays, 7 p.m. EST on all these links: https://linktr.ee/hesaidhesaidhesaid FACEBOOK: facebook.com/hesaidhesaidhesaidlive #HeSaidLive #MykleKane #LaughingThroughPain #TheBlackChair #AChildOfGod #InspirationInAction #HeSaidLive #MykleKane #LaughingThroughPain#TheBlackChair #Inspiration
Speaker: Pastor Armstrong Passage: Matthew 18:1-9
When we look around, we can get disheartened, discouraged, angry, and even confused. It is only when we look up that we'll be able to see the truth and find the hope we're looking for in the midst of hardship and discouragement. 1 Peter 1:3-12
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Join me as I sit down with Malachi O'Connor, the 22-year-old Los Angeles drummer for Forrest Frank on the Child of God Tour. Malachi shares his inspiring journey from late-night practice sessions and church youth group gigs to touring nationally and performing for thousands.Chapters00:00 – Intro & welcome01:15 – Malachi's musical beginnings and church roots06:30 – Choosing drums as a career & family support14:00 – Breaking into the LA music scene and first tours24:30 – Advice for aspiring drummers and character over chops32:45 – Quick-fire fan questions (gear, practice tips, faith)Malachi talks about the discipline behind professional drumming—preparation, humility, and faith—and offers encouragement for anyone chasing a dream in music.Follow Malachi on Instagram: https://instagram.com/yourboymalachi
Jeremy Bechtold - A Child of God
Sunday evening message from the pulpit of Falls Baptist Church
Rejection and disappointment will wound us all, so how can we overcome the pain they bring? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the remedy for rejection found in Jesus. He shares the story of Joseph and his family, and how hurtful situations can affect people differently. Pastor Allen also shows how, no matter what circumstance we face, Jesus has provided the acceptance we seek. He teaches about the Divine Exchange, where Jesus traded his perfect holiness for our sins and hurts. Because of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, we have been promised joy, honor, and glory in the midst of shame and rejection—and we can live in the freedom that provides.
Orphan or Child of God // Austin Svangren by HungryGen
Love isn't just words; it's action, like rolling up your sleeves to help those in need. In today's message, Pastor Johnny describes the call to love one another through practical acts, even if it can be inconvenient. It might take you out of your comfort zone, but are you ready to meet the needs of others with God's love?
Love isn't just words; it's action, like rolling up your sleeves to help those in need. In today's message, Pastor Johnny describes the call to love one another through practical acts, even if it can be inconvenient. It might take you out of your comfort zone, but are you ready to meet the needs of others with God's love?
What if you're not supposed to carry all of this on your own? In today's episode of The Disciples Journal, we're digging into 1 John 3:1–2 and what it really means to be called a child of God. This isn't just poetic language—it's a powerful truth that reshapes how you see your past, your worth, and your daily dependence on God. We explore how your identity as God's child frees you from performance, striving, and self-reliance. You'll hear why God's design was never for you to carry the weight of life alone—and how the way He fathers us changes everything. This episode is also part of a special June series that flows directly from my daily devotional podcast After God's Heart, where we go even deeper every single morning. You can try it free for 7 days and experience what it means to walk with God—not just believe in Him. Sign up for my daily devotional podcast today: https://www.patreon.com/c/afterGodsheart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices