Podcasts about Children of God

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In this episode, we see that Jesus came to his own people and they did not receive Him, but those who did receive Him, He made children of God!

We take a look at 1 John 2, today in our 1-2-3 series; where we study the later epistles of the apostle John and where we look at what they mean for the foundation of our Christian walk. Our core concept we want to remember is that walking with Jesus means letting Him lead. Part of knowing God better and trusting Him more is letting Him guide our lives. One of the biggest areas that we have to let God lead in is teaching and showing us what it is to love properly. As John moves on in this chapter, we see him draw the connection between loving God properly and have a fruitful, unifying life with other believers. The inverse of which shows that if you hate your brother or sister, then the love of the Father is not in you and you are still in darkness. See, a divided love divides your life. And those who sow division and darkness are called anti-Christs. we need to watch out for anti-Christs. Ultimately, to be lead by Jesus means knowing that He is the way and the destination. - Key Verses // 3 John 1:4, 1 John 2 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

We take a look at 1 John 2, today in our 1-2-3 series; where we study the later epistles of the apostle John and where we look at what they mean for the foundation of our Christian walk. Our core concept we want to remember is that walking with Jesus means letting Him lead. Part of knowing God better and trusting Him more is letting Him guide our lives. One of the biggest areas that we have to let God lead in is teaching and showing us what it is to love properly. As John moves on in this chapter, we see him draw the connection between loving God properly and have a fruitful, unifying life with other believers. The inverse of which shows that if you hate your brother or sister, then the love of the Father is not in you and you are still in darkness. See, a divided love divides your life. And those who sow division and darkness are called anti-Christs. we need to watch out for anti-Christs. Ultimately, to be lead by Jesus means knowing that He is the way and the destination. - Key Verses // 3 John 1:4, 1 John 2 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

Galatians | Galatians 3:23-4:7 | Chipper Flaniken

Join Michael today as we conclude this season and our study on the first half of 1 John.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Join Michael today as we conclude this season and our study on the first half of 1 John.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

You may not have had the greatest experience with your earthly parents, in particular, your father? However, you probably yearn for a Father's Love! When you receive Christ as Savior and Lord...you become a child of God, the perfect, loving heavenly Father! Share. Make it a great day in the Love & Lordship of Christ (Romans 8:14-17)!

In this message we consider what is sometimes referred to as John's "Test of Affection."  We know true believers if they love God and love one another. This "test" is based on Jesus' answer regarding the greatest commandment (Mk. 12:28-31). The message will attempt to provide a definition of love as well as some ways in which we can love God and love one another.

Tom Richards will show how two groups emerge in John 1:6–13: the world and the children of God, and explains the fundamental distinction between them. Centred on the question of how someone becomes a child of God, this sermon explores conversion, evangelism, free will, and the sovereignty of God.

Join us today as we sit with Michael and discuss the difference between the children of God and the children of Satan.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Join Michael today as we spend more time learning from 1 John.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Join us today as we sit with Michael and discuss the difference between the children of God and the children of Satan.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Join Michael today as we spend more time learning from 1 John.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

5.17.26 | Pastor Dane Olney

Aaron Gannon, Pastor

In the late 1960's, "The Children of God" indoctrinated members into a religious movement; teaching that their perverse sexual exploits were God's will. Founder David Berg's son, Ricky, was meant to become the heir to his father's radicalized empire, but instead, Ricky sought justice for himself and the others that had suffered abuse while in the cult.Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcastEmail: CousinsonCrime@gmail.comTheme Music by AleXZavesaFor Bonus Content, Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CousinsOnCrimeCheck out our merch store! https://cousinsoncrime-shop.fourthwall.com/?Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricky_Rodriguezhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2005/jan/23/usa.paulharrishttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Family_Internationalhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karen_Zerbyhttps://youtu.be/KSs1JL0EM?si=USiht5v5uIqo6BNhttps://youtu.be/Yp4r_lPtfuc?si=DiDHyM9SlXXc0SaU

What does it mean to live as a child of God? In Part 5 of So That You May Know, we continue through 1 John and are reminded of the incredible love God has for us. Through Jesus, we are invited into a new identity as sons and daughters of God—not because we are perfect, but because we are deeply loved and fully forgiven.This message explores how the gospel adopts us, transforms us, and teaches us to live in the family of God. Instead of striving to earn love or approval, we are invited to rest in the love of the Father and allow Him to continue changing us over time.Questions for Reflection:• Am I living from the love of God, or still trying to earn it?• What old patterns or identities might God be inviting me to leave behind as I grow in Him?

Sunday Morning Service5/10/2026Verses1 John 3:1-3Colossians 3:12-17

Join Michael as we begin discussing chapter 3 of 1 John. Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Join Michael as we begin discussing chapter 3 of 1 John. Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

Everyone is created in God's image, but only those who have been called to follow Jesus have become children of God—and that identity changes everything. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef anchors your heart in the Father's lavish love (1 John 3:1) and the unshakable security that flows from belonging to Christ. Because you are His: you can fight temptation through the power of the Holy Spirit, you can have peace in turmoil, you can contend for the faith with courage, and you can rest knowing no one can snatch you from God's hand (John 10:28–29) and nothing can separate you from His love (Romans 8:38–39). That security also confronts complacency. Dr. Youssef reminds us that true believers cannot habitually live in careless disobedience. We may still struggle with sin, but conviction drives us back to confession and repentance—and gratitude compels us to submit to the whole counsel of God's Word. Finally, this devotional clarifies a vital tension in today's culture: God's love does not muddy Truth. Love does not excuse false teaching or “baptize” sin into the Church. Love speaks the Truth—even when it's unpopular—because the Gospel is the power of God for salvation (Romans 1:16). If you've felt intimidated by accusations of narrow-mindedness, this episode will strengthen you to stand firm, love freely, and contend faithfully. Prayer: Lord, embolden me to proclaim Your Truth in love, that more might come to know eternal life in Christ. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “To those who have been called, who are loved in God the Father and kept for Jesus Christ: Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance” (Jude 1:1-2). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Truth: The Most Endangered Species: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Jason Sterling May 3, 2026 Faith Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL BulletinThank you for listening! Please visit us at www.faith-pca.org. 

We are not children of GOD by natural birth… but we are TRULY ADOPTED into HIS ETERNAL FAMILY when we BELIEVE in HIS NAME, and RECEIVE HIM into our lives. OUR IDENTITY truly will shape our lives…

Is America a cult? How can we help those trapped in cult-like thinking? Discussing her new book The Culting of America, Daniella Mestyanik Young, a US Army veteran, intelligence officer, and survivor of the notorious Children of God cult, joins Gaslit Nation to help us identify coercive control in our own lives, and in our White House.  Daniella breaks down the "sex cult math" of her upbringing, identifying the same tactics of coercive control now fueling the MAGA movement. Trump has pulled disparate groups into a singular cult of personality, where he is viewed as a "flawed vessel" of a "perfect God" delivering a Christian theocracy coming after our rights.  As a counter-terrorism expert, Daniella warns that the "arrogance" of Trump and his son-in-law Jared Kushner's war of choice in Iran is a classic cult leader trap. Tyrants lose when they start "sampling their own Kool-Aid," she points out. She also advises on how to help those in your life who have fallen down the conspiracy theory rabbit hole of cult-like thinking, to help them find their way to reality. This is an episode not to miss.  Save the date! At the Gaslit Nation Salon on Monday May 11 4pm ET, we'll start with a special reading of an excerpt of one of Andrea's screenplays. To join the festivities, become a member at Patreon.com/Gaslit - thank you to everyone who supports the show.  Want to hear Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chats, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit! Show Notes: Yes, Some Government Conspiracies Are Real, like MKUltra: Welcome to The Church Committee Report https://www.gaslitnationpod.com/episodes-transcripts-20/2026/1/28/the-playbook-for-defeating-maga-the-church-committee-report?rq=The%20Playbook%20for%20Defeating%20MAGA%3A%20The%20Church%20Committee%20Report  EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community New! There's now a California Signal Group for Gaslit Nation listeners to find each other and connect in that state. Join on Patreon.  The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult. Join on Patreon.  Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon.  Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon.  Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect. Join on Patreon.  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join. Join on Patreon.  Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group. Join on Patreon.  As always, keep it kind in our chat groups, extend grace and assume good faith. A culture of care is how we build a better world. 

You're not just forgiven—you're family. This week we continue in Romans 8 and unpack what it actually means to be a child of God. The Spirit leads us to fight sin, cry out to God as Father, and live as heirs of everything He owns—even when life is hard. Suffering doesn't mean something's gone wrong; it means you belong to Him. If you've been living like an orphan when God has made you a son or daughter, this message is for you.

Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. [NIV]

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Jon Paul, Senior Pastor

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By William Bradford - In the days leading up to Pentecost, it's good to reflect on the way God's Spirit bears witness with our spirit.

[Recorded on 4/16/26] What does it mean to be a child of God? That phrase can be tossed around lightly or be totally unfamiliar, but it's actually central to what it means to follow Jesus. God's Word tells us we are either children of God or children of the devil, and there is a clear best option. Come and hear about the great love God offers to us in this week of So You Know!

Sermon preached by John Folmar at the Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai on 1 John 2:28-3:10.

Celeste Gross joins the girls to talk about her experiences growing up in the Children of God - aka the Family - along with her many siblings. She explains how her parents joined when it still just seemed like a beautiful gospel movement that helped her dad get sober, but how it changed over time once they lived on a commune in Brazil and became reliant on donations for survival. She shares how every part of life was controlled–down to how many squares of toilet paper they were allowed to use.They discuss the media ban the group imposed, and how only songs and TV shows made by the group were allowed--other than two very specific movies (which will surprise you). She shares how her family became homeless overnight after they finally left, and the extreme hardships they faced while trying to rebuild a life from nothing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 John 3:1-10

In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood challenges parents and teachers to examine how Christian children are being formed. Drawing from Gospel of Matthew 3, he contrasts outward religiosity without repentance—exemplified by the Pharisees—with authentic, Spirit-filled faith. Steve explains why much modern catechesis emphasizes religious facts and behavior while failing to touch the heart, contributing to the widespread falling away of youth. The key to true spiritual formation, he argues, is a lived experience of adoption as sons and daughters of God through baptism, as taught in Epistle to the Galatians. The episode calls parents to pray for a full awakening of their children's baptismal inheritance and to surround them with believers alive in the Holy Spirit. For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.

Are you a child of God or a child of the devil? To ask such a question may seem shocking, even offensive, but these are the categories John appeals to in his epistle. If you are a child of God, then that should be evident in the way you live and in the way you love.

A message of truth that inspires a Mission of God. David Fuller, Inner Quest Church, Alpharetta, Ga www.innerquestchurch.org

Pessimism is one of the quietest threats to a growing faith—because it often sounds like wisdom. We rename it “discernment,” “caution,” or “being realistic,” but Scripture exposes what it truly is: a lack of faith in God's power or His promises.In this episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef takes you to Mark 9, where a desperate father says to Jesus, “If you can…”—revealing the real issue wasn't Jesus' ability, but the father's unbelief. Christ's reply still challenges us today: faith changes what we believe is possible.Dr. Youssef also points to Thomas, famously labeled “doubting Thomas,” to show that pessimism doesn't have to be permanent. Jesus overcame Thomas' unbelief by anchoring him in a life-altering truth: you are chosen, called, and unconditionally loved by God's grace.If you've been battling negativity, doubt, or a constant expectation of the worst, this devotional will help you:identify pessimism for what it is,bring your unbelief honestly to Jesus, andrest in the security of God's steadfast love and calling.Scripture Focus: 1 John 3:1 The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Do you know how loved you are? Feeling unloved, unworthy, and disconnected are symptoms of separation from God the Father. Rabbi Schneider shares how sin separates us from the fatherhood of God and how Jesus restores us to our Father God. Learn today how much God loves you, wants to be in relationship with you, and that you are created in the image of God to be His child. A child deeply loved whose destiny is to know your Father. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner   **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate  **** TEACHING NOTES - https://djj.show/8q8 

God loves us so much that He calls us His own children. One day, we will see Christ in all of His glory and be made like Him. With this hope in mind, we purify ourselves until His return.

Cult Babes, the time has come to discuss one of the most perverse cults in history, the Children of God. In part two we're talking the downfall of the cult and an explosive ending. Watch this episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@cultliter Call the Hotline: 747-322-0273 Buy my book: prh.com/obitchuary Come see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.com Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcastinstagram.com/spencerhenry Join our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliter Check out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now!  Sources:https://web.archive.org/web/20130506062537/http://www.nytimes.com/2005/01/15/national/15cult.html?pagewanted=120/20https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/national/longterm/cult/children_of_god/child1.htmhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1993-03-21-vw-13345-story.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karen_Zerbyhttps://davidberg.org/flirty-fishing/index.htmlhttps://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/obvious-history-rose-mcgowans-childhood-polygamous-culthttps://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/joaquin-phoenix-discusses-growing-children-god-religious-sect/story?id=26859988  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cult Babes, the time has come to discuss one of the most perverse cults in history, the Children of God. In part one we're discussing the cults rise to prominence and leader David Berg's freaky ways. Watch this episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@cultliter Call the Hotline: 747-322-0273 Buy my book: prh.com/obitchuary Come see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.com Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcastinstagram.com/spencerhenry Join our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliter Check out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now!  Sources:https://web.archive.org/web/20130506062537/http://www.nytimes.com/2005/01/15/national/15cult.html?pagewanted=120/20https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/national/longterm/cult/children_of_god/child1.htmhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1993-03-21-vw-13345-story.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karen_Zerby​​https://davidberg.org/flirty-fishing/index.htmlhttps://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/obvious-history-rose-mcgowans-childhood-polygamous-culthttps://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/joaquin-phoenix-discusses-growing-children-god-religious-sect/story?id=26859988  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.