Podcasts about Children of God

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.

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The Word made flesh. On this second Sunday of Christmastide, Rev. Robert Brown shared from the prologue to John's Gospel, one of the most magisterial and theologically rich passages in all the New Testament. These carefully crafted words are often the first that new Christians read in the Bible. John uses "simple," familiar words-- words that new Christians can be nourished by. Yet they are words that even many lifetimes of study and meditation could not possibly plumb the depths of. Woven into its tapestry are some of the most intricate designs and vibrant colors one could possibly imagine: teaching about the very being of the triune God; creation and new creation; the Light of the world shining in the darkness;  the Gospel's purpose; the Incarnation of the divine Word; the Word made flesh, God dwelling with his people, the sacred tabernacle--the nexus between heaven and earth--embodied in Jesus, the God-man. This sermon is a quick guided tour beneath the surface of some of those familiar words, phrases, and concepts in an attempt to whet our appetites for a rich feast of meditative contemplation and--by the power of the Spirit--consideration of the written incarnate Word in our own lives. Note: The artwork associated  with this podcast (viewable on the Epiclesis website but not through Apple iTunes) is titled "The Word Made Flesh" by Donald Jackson.

God's family is the strong place to do important work: to love our earthly family with his love, grace, and truth and to participate in God's work of healing our earthly family.

What does it mean to be children of God?  What has Christ done and accomplished for us?  What promise do we have as Children of God?  How does God’s abundant love for us change our behaviors and practices?

Christmas is more than baby Jesus in the manger. Pastor Erik today discusses what Christmas means in the first chapter of the Gospel of John and how become children of God by His grace. Readings from this service:Galatians 3: 23-29Psalm 98: 1-5John 1: 1-11Thanks for listening! CONNECT with CCFC:Visit us on FacebookVisit our websiteDownload our app!

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Today's meditation takes us through the truth about who we are in Christ. God's children! Chosen for good works, gifted with skills and talents that display His Love for the world. Enter into this Truth about who you are as you listen with an open heart to God's words about you. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser

John 1:6-13

Meditation from the Evening of Encounter on December 10, at Maryville in Holly, MI.

1 John 3:1-3

Becoming children of God.Series: Lectionary Preacher: Rev. Hilary Van WagenenDate: 21st December 2025Passage: John 1:1-18

A sermon by Kelly Brady from 1 John 1:9-13

This is the December 21st sermon from the First United Methodist Church in Decatur, Texas. This sermon is taken from John 1:10-13.

This message was given by Pastor DJ Ritchey on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Memorial Heights Baptist Church.

Christmas can often feel like an endless list of to-dos: Buying presents for your loved ones, attending school shows for your kids, baking for those holiday parties, and on it goes. Christmas was never meant to be a burdensome time or a season filled with consumption. Rather, it's a period where we should pause, thank God, and reflect on the true meaning of this special day. We invite you to listen in as we learn what this truth is and what it means for our Christmas celebrations today.

WEEK 3 — “Children of God”Text: John 1:9–13, 29–34Main Idea: Through Jesus, God gives forgiveness and welcomes us as His children.Description:In Week 3 we explore the gifts Jesus brings—adoption into God's family and the forgiveness of sins. Pastor Antonio teaches how Jesus, the Lamb of God, takes away the sin of the world and invites us into a new identity as God's beloved children.Give: https://thebridgechurch.org/give#AmongUsSeries #ChristmasAtTheBridge #TheBridgeChurch #PastorAntonioThomas#Advent #John1 #TheWordMadeFlesh #SundayService #LivestreamWorship

John 1:9-13 1. The Rejection of Christ 2. The Reception of Christ

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Key Points:Many Missed the Greatest Gift – Jesus, the true light, came into the world but was not recognized or received by many.Knowing vs. Receiving Jesus – It's not enough to know facts about Jesus; we must personally receive Him into our lives.Some Received the Gift by Grace – Those who believe in Jesus are spiritually reborn and become children of God by grace, not by works or heritage.Believers Are Called to Reveal the Gift – Like John the Baptist, we are sent to bear witness and share Christ's light with others.Live Wisely and Shine Where You Are – Life is short, and we are called to intentionally reflect Jesus in our daily actions, especially during Christmas.Chapter Timecodes & Links:Many Missed the Greatest Gift – 0:00–3:03Knowing vs. Receiving Jesus – 7:14–8:11Some Received the Gift by Grace – 9:27–11:17Believers Are Called to Reveal the Gift – 13:17–15:36Live Wisely and Shine Where You Are – 20:23–23:26Key Scripture:John 1:6–8 – John the Baptist as a witness to the lightJohn 1:9–11 – Jesus, the true light, rejected by manyJohn 1:12–13 – Becoming children of God by faithIsaiah 53 – The unexpected MessiahEphesians 2:8–9 – Salvation by grace through faithJohn 20:31 – Purpose of John's GospelMatthew 5:14–16 – Believers as the light of the worldPsalm 90:12 – Numbering our days to gain wisdom ------------------------------------------We're so glad you're here! Visit us online at www.orrville.church Or connect with us on:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orrvillechristian.church/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orrvillechristian/• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@orrvillechristianchurch5959 If you'd like to partner with us in giving, you can give online here: https://www.occgive.com/ As our guest, please feel no pressure to give—this is for those who call OCC home. Let us know you're listening! Fill out a Connection Card: https://www.orrville.church/connect We'd love to meet you in person! Join us any Sunday at 8:30, 9:45, or 11:00 AM

In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 John 3:1, David Platt reminds us that God has adopted us into his family.Over 3 billion people have never heard the gospel.At Radical, we're fueling 140 gospel projects in 42 countries to change that—equipping local leaders and mobilizing believers where Jesus is least known.Through December 31, every gift is doubled up to $750,000.Would you pray about being part of this?Learn more at Radical.net/everywhereExplore more content from Radical.

Episode 2.64This final episode brings the whole adoption series together by reviewing the Father's plan, the Son's costly redemption, and the Spirit's sealing work—then turning the spotlight onto what Scripture says adoption does in believers. Drawing from Ephesians 1 and Romans 8, the lesson shows that adoption is not only a change of legal status but a lifelong transformation into the likeness of the One who adopted us.The hosts walk through the blessings Paul lists in Ephesians 1—election, redemption, forgiveness, sealing, inheritance—and show how each of these is an adoption benefit, rooted in God's eternal love. Then Romans 8 unfolds the lived reality: sons and daughters led by the Spirit, freed from fear, empowered to fight sin, assured of belonging, and destined for glory. Adoption gives believers a new name, a new family, a new identity, and a new future.The episode emphasizes that God's children aren't just declared righteous—they are reshaped, conformed to the image of His Son (Rom. 8:29). Adoption always produces resemblance. The Father who chose us before the foundation of the world is the same Father who will finish the work He began, transforming His children so that the family likeness becomes unmistakable.Big truth: Adoption is grace past, grace present, and glory future. God claims His children, forms them, keeps them, and brings them home.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/96oXLc6sX_wMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

The Scripture readings for tonight's service are Psalm 130; Deuteronomy 18:15-19; 2 Corinthians 4:1-6; and John 1:6-13. As Christ's Light shines on you now, receive it again. Let it expose and scatter the shadows in and around you. Always cling to the sonship that you have been given. You, believer, are God's child.

1 John 3:19-24 | The Children of God Has Confidence_12.07.25 by Calvary Chapel Lynchburg

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Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Ray Connolly is a former leading member of "The Children of God", one of the most radical group of Jesus Freaks spawned during the sixties. They later morphed into a headline grabbing cult known as "The Family" known for strange mixture of evangelism, doomsday prophecies and unusual sexual practices taught by their founder, David Berg. SPONSORS https://trueclassic.com/danny - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on True Classic today. https://brooklynbedding.com - Use code DANNY to get 30% off SITEWIDE. https://masterclass.com/dannyjones - Get up to 50% off today! https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off EPISODE LINKS Ray's book - https://a.co/d/j4608ol FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - Joining the Children of God cult 11:32 - How 'Children of God' brainwashes new members 22:47 - What David Berg did before founding his cult 35:01 - CIA infiltrating cults 36:47 - Rules married couples had to follow in Children of God 43:44 - Recruiting new members with sex: "flirty fishing" 54:44 - Children's role in the Children of God cult 01:09:06 - Deciding to escape the cult 01:23:39 - The tragedy of Ricky Rodriguez 01:35:06 - How 'Children of God' escaped the FBI 01:42:08 - Embracing Christianity after leaving the cult 01:46:43 - Psychedelics + the Jesus movement 01:55:05 - Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane 02:00:08 - Myths in the Bible 02:11:08 - How do undo cult brainwashing 02:19:57 - How the military uses cult psychological programming 02:28:04 - The merge of Christianity & politics 02:39:00 - Bringing psychedelics into the Church Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 2.62Week 4 turns to the Holy Spirit and shows how He makes our adoption real, experiential, and secure. Building on the Father's eternal plan (Ephesians 1) and the Son's costly redemption (Galatians 4), Michael and Zach walk through Romans 8:14–17 to show that believers are not spiritual orphans or fearful slaves, but Spirit-led sons and daughters. The Spirit empowers the fight against sin, replaces fear with the “Spirit of adoption,” and bears witness that we truly belong to God—teaching us to cry “Abba, Father” with both tenderness and desperation, just as Jesus did in Gethsemane. Tied to November's Pure Religion Sunday (James 1:27), the episode connects doctrine to practice: real religion moves toward the vulnerable, because God moved toward us. The hosts also unpack what it means to be heirs with Christ—a status that includes both suffering and future glory—and return to the theme of names and identity: adoption gives us a new family, a new name, and a new way to live that honors the God whose name we bear.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/-OCGORXSTmYMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

December 04 2025 Thursday Who Jesus Made You To Be / Week 03 Children Of God In Jesus #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word.  That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. My Prayers For The World Ephesians 1:15-23 NLT  'Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God's people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms. Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else—not only in this world but also in the world to come. God has put all things under the authority of Christ and has made him head over all things for the benefit of the church. And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself.'  Ephesians 3:14-21 NLT 'When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.' Matthew 11:28  Find Rest In Jesus Christ Your Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return…  Psalm 37:4  God will give you the desires of your heart… The Galations, having launched their Christian experience by faith, seem content to leave their voyage of faith and chart a new course based on works—a course Paul finds disturbing.  His letter to the Galations is a vigorous attack against the gospel of works and a defense of the gospel of faith.   Paul begins by setting forth his credentials as an apostle with a message from God:  blessing comes from God on the basis of faith, not law.  The law declares men guilty and imprisons them; faith sets men free to enjoy liberty in Christ.  But liberty is not license.  Freedom in Christ means freedom to produce the fruits of righteousness through a Spirit-led lifesty Galatians 3:26 Romans 10:9-10  Salvation… 1 John 1:9  Confess your sins God Will Cleanse You… Romans 13:8  Live in God's Love… Romans 8:16-17  Heirs of God and Joint Heirs with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Revelation 1:6  We are kings and priest in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Romans 10:13  Call On The Name Of Jesus And Make Him Lord today… The Biblical Definition Of Grace Is God's Unmerited Favor… Matthew 18:19-20  I will agree with you about your prayer request… Acts 10:34  God is not a respecter of persons. He loves and cares for us all the same… Romans 12:3  God has given us His Faith… Biblical Hope Is A Confident Expectation… Romans 5:5  God has given us His Love… 2 Corinthians 5:17  We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21  We are the Righteousness of God in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… God's Word Is True Above All Opinions…  Romans 12:2  Renew your mind to what God's Word says… Believe God's Word Above All Opinion… Philippians 4:13  We can do all things through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Philippians 4:19  God will provide all your needs… Romans 10:17  Faith In God comes from hearing God's Word… Isaiah 54:17 No weapon will prosper against me… 1 John 4:4  Greater is He In All Of Us… 1 John 1:9  Confess your sins God Will Cleanse You…  John 3:3  You Must Be Born Again… Luke 15:10  Heaven Rejoices Over One Person That Repents And Is Born Again… John 3:16  Believe On The Lord Jesus Christ Your Lord And Savior… 1 Peter 2:24  Healing… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Luke 6:38  Give and it will be given unto you… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media Website https://the-prodigalson.com What God's Word Can Do In Your Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJWTZG_x2vE&t=3s Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App  https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 …  Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical  Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured

This week Pastor Jesse speaks on how everyone is God's creation but only those who believe in Jesus are God's children.   Main Scripture & Points: Galatians 3:26-29 John 1:10-13 Jeremiah 29:13   *This episode was recorded on 11/30/25

1 John 3:1-18 | Children Of God_11.30.25 by Calvary Chapel Lynchburg

Lights in the World 14 Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16 holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor […]

MI: Those who are children of God display this by the way they live. DQ: How then do children of God live? 1. Children of God hope in Christ (2:28-3:3) 2. Children of God forsake sin (3:4-10) Four truths about the Spirit dwelling in those who are Children of God… 1. God causes his people to be born again by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit. 2. God causes his people to be transformed by the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit. 3. God causes his people to be assured by the testifying work of the Holy Spirit. 4. God causes his people to be secured by the guaranteeing work of the Holy Spirit. Responses: 1. Repent and Believe that Jesus is the Christ 2. Rejoice in the Completed Work of Christ 3. Rest in the Gospel

Fr. Mike discusses the ministry of the apostles and encourages us to allow God to work in our lives in the same way. He also reminds us that through Baptism, we are set free from our fallen human nature and given the freedom to live according to the spirit. Today's readings are from Acts 5, Romans 8, and Proverbs 27:7-9. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Episode 2.58Adoption is not sentimental — it's sacrificial.In this week's episode, Zach and Michael turn from the Father's loving plan to the Son's redeeming work, showing that our adoption came at a staggering cost: the blood of Christ.Drawing from Galatians 4:1–7, they trace the journey from slavery to sonship. Humanity once stood as heirs-in-waiting, bound under the law. But “in the fullness of time,” God sent His Son — born of woman, born under the law — to redeem us so that we might receive adoption as sons. The Son bore the curse we deserved (Gal. 3:13), freeing us to share in His own inheritance.Paul's phrase “adoption as sons” carries Roman legal weight: all believers — male and female — share in the same full rights before the Father because they are united to Christ, the true Son.Our adoption was not cheap. It required the cross.Romans 5 reminds us: “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” God didn't adopt the neutral — He adopted the hostile. Every believer's redemption is a declaration of victory in a cosmic war.Applications:– Adoption is Warfare — every redeemed life is proof that Christ has conquered.– Adoption is Costly — our family status required the Son's death.– Adoption Invites Worship — Jesus was forsaken so we could be welcomed.– Adoption Shapes Gratitude — understanding the cost leads to humility and joy.Big Idea:Spiritual adoption is possible only because the Son paid the full price of redemption, securing our right to call His Father our Father.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/cWkzqx5GK6UMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

Genuine christians will display the marks of being a child of God and will have victory. Faith, Love, and Obedience are the marks, and they cannot be separated from each other.

Episode 2.56Before the world began, the Father had already decided to make us His own.In this week's episode, Zach and Michael trace the doctrine of adoption back to its eternal source—God's loving plan “before the foundation of the world” (Ephesians 1:3–6). Adoption is not a divine backup plan but the very heartbeat of redemption.The discussion unpacks how the Father chose, predestined, and purposed our adoption in love through Christ—joyfully, not reluctantly. His design was always to create a family of sons and daughters who reflect His holiness and live “to the praise of His glorious grace.”Listeners are invited to:– Rest in the Father's plan — chosen before creation.– Rejoice in His love — wanted, not pitied.– Rely on His faithfulness — secure in His will.– Respond in worship — praising the grace that made us His.The episode closes by contrasting earthly adoption—beautiful but uncertain—with divine adoption—undeserved yet guaranteed. “The fix is in,” the hosts say: before time began, the Father had already written the ending. Through Christ, we are not merely accepted—we are wanted, chosen, and eternally loved.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/v0_82mCwC8cMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

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Episode 2.54Adoption isn't a side note to salvation—it's the summit of it.In this opening week, Zach and Michael explore what Scripture means when it calls believers “sons of God.” Drawing from Ephesians 1, Romans 8, and Galatians 4, they unpack how adoption is both legal—a new standing before God—and transformational—a new likeness to Christ.The discussion follows the ordo salutis to show why J. I. Packer called adoption “the highest privilege of the gospel.” A look at first-century Roman adoption sheds light on Paul's language: adopted children received full rights, name, and inheritance, not as second-class heirs but as true sons.Takeaway:Adoption reveals the Father's heart. Through Christ, we're not just forgiven servants—we're beloved sons invited to live like heirs of the King.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/zi95UDXfkloMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

Fr. Mike explains the many parables we hear today in Matthew, including the return of the unclean spirit, and the danger of ornate souls. He emphasizes that when God sweeps the sin out of our souls, we must replace it with virtue, otherwise our souls remain empty without a relationship with God. Today's readings are Matthew 11-13 and Proverbs 19:5-8. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

The Children of God cult lured in thousands with promises of love and salvation, but behind the curtain was a world of exploitation, manipulation, and horrific abuse. From its charismatic founder David Berg to the disturbing practice of “Flirty Fishing,” we unravel one of the most infamous sex cults in modern history—and the lasting scars it left behind.SPONSORS!Big thanks to our sponsor BetterHelp. If life has you feeling stuck or weighed down, therapy can help you find a way forward. Get started today at BetterHelp.com/brohio to get 10% off your first month. That's BetterHelp.com/brohio.This episode is also brought to you by EarnIn, the app that lets you access your pay as you work — no waiting for payday. Download the EarnIn app today, and when it asks how you heard about it, just type in Brohio Podcast. That's Brohio Podcast in the EarnIn app.

Fr. Mike focuses on the concept of being rich in love instead of rich in wealth today, as we read about the heart of a mother and father in our verse from Proverbs. He also emphasizes the presence of sacrificial love in the vocation of marriage and family through God's decision to keep Jeremiah single, saving him from more suffering. Today's readings are Jeremiah 16-17, Ezekiel 45-46, and Proverbs 15:17-20. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.