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Episode 73: "BECOMING Refreshed: Your Invitation to Deeper Waters with Amy Allgood" Episode Description Are you feeling weary from the constant pace and pull of life? In this powerful episode, host Cherisse Hixson sits down with mentor, coach, and entrepreneur Amy Allgood to explore what it means to move from spiritual "shallow waters" into the deeper, more abundant life God has for us. Amy shares her journey from being a "selfish Christian" focused on what God could do for her, to discovering the transformative power of asking "What can I do for You, God?" This conversation is a gentle invitation for women who are ready to step beyond surface-level faith into authentic spiritual refreshment, rest, and renewal in Jesus. Meet Amy Allgood Amy is a sought-after speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur who has addressed audiences of over 12,000 women. As a National Sales Director with Mary Kay and leader of women's biblical small groups for nine years, Amy is passionate about helping women discover their unique gifts and calling. She's a wife to Will, mom to three children (ages 12, 10, and 9), and lives in sunny Shalimar, Florida. When she's not mentoring women, you'll find her enjoying good food with friends, "SPA-ING" (her favorite hobby), or traveling to one of the 15+ countries she's visited. Key Takeaways & Timestamps Moving from Head to Heart (17:29) The transformative power of fasting as a spiritual discipline Amy shares miraculous stories from her community's fasting experiences How to fast as a beginner: giving up something you love to gain closeness with God From Shallow to Deep Waters (09:07) Signs you might be living in the "shallow end" spiritually The difference between checking spiritual boxes vs. truly knowing God Moving from "What can You do for me?" to "What can I do for You?" The Martha vs. Mary Balance (12:46) Why women leaders often struggle with the "doing" vs. "being" tension Understanding that if it's not God's calling, there will be no eternal fruit Breaking free from society's "busy badge of honor" mentality Bold Obedience and Sabbath Rest (28:30) Amy's conversation with her Olympic-hopeful daughter about resting on the seventh day Why God's commands aren't suggestions but pathways to blessing The courage required to please God rather than people Standing in the Gap (30:45) God's call for bold believers in this season Personal stories of stepping into God's assignments The blessing of being someone God can count on Scripture Themes Explored Mary and Martha - The balance between doing and being with Jesus Sabbath Rest - God's design for restoration and renewal Standing in the Gap - Being available for God's assignments The Potter and Clay - Surrendering to God's shaping in our lives Practical Application Three Ways to Move Deeper This Week: Try Fasting - Give up something you love (like sugar or social media) to focus on drawing closer to God Practice Listening Prayer - Instead of bringing God your list, sit quietly and ask "What do You want to show me today?" Embrace Sabbath - Take one day to truly rest and reflect, trusting God with your productivity Upcoming Opportunities Refresh Retreat - October 4th (Virtual/Hybrid) Join Amy for her annual "Refresh" retreat, now available virtually for the first time! This year's theme is "Moldable" - being in the Potter's hands. For just $29, you can participate from anywhere or gather friends to host a hub in your home. Register online at www.amyallgood.com  Fall Book Club Amy's community will be reading "Blessed Are the Spiraling" by Levi Lesko this October - perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's unexpected turns. More info on Amy's website www.amyallgood.com  Connect with Amy Website: www.amyallgood.com Register for Refresh Retreat 2026 HYBRID on Saturday Oct 4th at www.amyallgood.com Follow for updates on masterminds, mentorship programs, and community events Reflection Questions Are you living in the "shallow end" of your faith, or are you ready to go deeper? What would change if you shifted from asking "God, what can You do for me?" to "God, what can I do for You?" Where is God calling you to bold obedience in this season? How can you create more space for listening prayer in your daily rhythm? Quote to Ponder "Be around people who are going to celebrate you and not tolerate you. Early in life we try to please people, we try to impress people, and it's exhausting and it's a waste of time and energy." - Amy Allgood Prayer Father, thank You for pursuing us even when we're content to stay in shallow waters. Give us courage to go deeper with You, to listen more than we speak, and to step boldly into the assignments You have for us. Help us find true refreshment in Your presence and rest in Your perfect love. In Jesus' name, Amen. Subscribe & Share: If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe and share with a friend who needs to hear about God's refreshing love. 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Isaiah wasn't just sent, he was OBEDIENT.  He did what God called him to do.  He stood up, when no one else would.  He spoke up, when everyone else was silent.  We, all Christ-Followers are CALLED and SENT (Matt. 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Mk. 16:15).  Therefore, we have to GET RIGHT and GET READY for what God is trying to do in this generation of believers.  Revival is happening all over this country, why can't it happen in our own backyard!?!!

"Send Us A Message"Luke 9:37-50In this episode, Josh Brockman reflects on the ongoing season of the podcast, discussing cultural events and their intersection with faith. He emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, particularly in light of recent tragedies, and explores the spiritual battles depicted in the Gospel of Luke. The conversation transitions into a detailed examination of a healing miracle performed by Jesus, highlighting themes of faith, prayer, and humility. Brockman encourages listeners to align their lives with Christ's teachings and to actively engage in their faith journey.Go and like & follow The One Truth Social Media Pages on Facebook and X to find "The One Truth Articles" as they come out. Or click "Send Us A Message" above to get them directly emailed to you as they become available.

In the inaugural episode of the new series "Life. Legacy. Eternity.," Pastor Karl delivers a heartfelt message addressing recent global turmoil, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and its impact on the church and individual believers. Reflecting on the cultural shifts and moral challenges facing society, Pastor Karl emphasizes the centrality of Christ as the only hope for humanity. He urges listeners to prioritize the Kingdom of God over anger, politics, or personalities, drawing from Psalm 116 and Isaiah 6 to underscore God's holiness and sovereignty. Pastor Karl also shares the church's vision for its next chapter, including plans to plant churches in Ukraine and expand local services to reach more people. Through a powerful testimony of transformation and a call to sacrificial commitment, this episode challenges listeners to live boldly for God's purpose, embracing a legacy of faith and impact for eternity.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

https://media.blubrry.com/winning_with_the_word/content.blubrry.com/winning_with_the_word/2025_09_18_The_Upside-Down_Kingdom.mp3September 18, 2025 Hello and Happy Day! This is Dr. MaryAnn Diorio, Novelist and Life Coach, welcoming you to another episode of Winning with the Word. Today is Thursday, September 18, 2025, and this is episode #18 in Series 2025. This episode is titled, “The Upside-Down Kingdom." Before we get into our message for this week, I want to extend a warm welcome to all of our new subscribers around the world. By the grace of God, Winning with the Word now reaches 85 countries all over the globe! Praise the Lord and glory to God!I want you to know how much I appreciate your support, and I trust that Winning with the Word blesses you and encourages you during these difficult last days. Please share this podcast and blog with your family and friends. I would love to bless them and encourage them as well.Now, on to this week's message titled "The Upside-Down Kingdom."If you have been a Christ-follower for any length of time, you have likely noticed that the Kingdom of God runs by laws opposite those of the natural world. For example, in the kingdom of earth, one lives first and then dies. In the Kingdom of God, one dies first and then lives.In the kingdom of earth, one must see first before one believes, while in the Kingdom of God, one must believe first before one sees. In the kingdom of earth, one does something in order to be something. In the Kingdom of God, one is something before one does something.In a very interesting passage in Acts 17: 6, the Bible calls the disciples "the men who have turned the world upside down." We tend to think of this expression of turning the world upside down as meaning to disrupt the natural order of things. And it does mean that. But, the coming of Christ to earth also turned the world upside down in a very literal way. The old order of the way things worked passed away. Jesus ushered in a new order, a new way of seeing and doing life. And that way is the only true way.Let's take a look at this new order of things that Jesus brought by exploring each of the ways the Kingdom of God is upside down from the kingdom of earth.1) Death before Resurrection.In john 12: 24 NIV, Jesus said this: "Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds." The Kingdom of God is like a seed. A seed must be planted in order to produce a crop according to the seed's kind. So it is with the one who chooses to follow Jesus Christ. That one must die to himself in order to live in Christ.This seems like a paradox, and it is. 2) Believing before Seeing.In the earthly kingdom the dictum is, "Seeing is Believing." In God's Kingdom, the dictum is "Believing is Seeing." The Kingdom of God is the Kingdom of Faith. In order to benefit from the promises of the Kingdom, one must walk in faith. Faith is the switch that turns on the power of God and enables t he Christ-Follower to experience the promises of God fulfilled in his life. Faith is the currency of the Kingdom of God whereby all transactions are conducted. Without faith, it is impossible to please God.3) Being before Doing.I find it very interesting that here in the earthly kingdom, when we meet someone new, one of the first questions we ask is, "What do you do?" Why don't we ask our new friend, "Who are you?" The reason is that the dictum for the kingdom of earth is "Doing precedes Being," while in the Kingdom of God, the dictum is "Being precedes Doing."In the Kingdom of God, we must first abide in Christ before we can bear any fruit. Jesus said this in John 15: 4 NIV: "Remain in Me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me." So, let me ask you, friend, are you engrafted in the Vine that is Jesus Christ? If not, you need to be.

God is calling us to join and serve (Luke 10:25-37) – All too often we see things that just are not right. The question is, “what will we do about it?” We believe Christ Follower have to be willing to be lead by Jesus and get involved in three ways: spiritually (by being willing to submit to God's plan), physically (by giving our time and energy) and financially (by sacrificing our money to help those in need).

Spiritual Fitness Coach Jon Winkelman reminds us that living life with others is like holding an egg -- it requires gentleness and self-control!  Discover how to exercise these two key characteristics of a Christ Follower! As a thank you for your support this month, we'd love to bless you with a gift of your choice.Choose from three excellent books -each designed to encourage and equip you as you grow in Christ.Tracing His Promise: Donna Amidon shares 25 OT stories revealing Jesus in God's redemptive plan.Tactics:  A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions  -   Practical tools to share and defend your faith with confidence and grace.Discovering a Living Faith: Explore James with Pastor Bryan Clark – Insightful and practical guidance.Yours with a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

Henry E., better known as “Hank” Erwin, is widely known as the “storyteller of motivation!”   His talent for telling stories that both entertain and result in commitment and action on the part of his listeners is legendary. Hank learned the art of storytelling from his late father, Medal of Honor Recipient Henry “Red” Erwin, who held small crowds spellbound with stories of bravery in World War II.   Hank became a committed Christian in college and married his sweetheart Shelia Daniel the day before his graduation. They have now been together for 53 years and have two married sons, and seven grandchildren. They reside in Spring Hill, Tennessee.   But it was telling stories that guided Hank's life. He attended Dallas Seminary in Texas to become a preacher. But during those days, God opened a door into radio and TV leading him to become an on-air personality. So, instead of becoming a preacher, Hank plunged into media for nearly thirty years as a journalist and talk show host. He soon became a media advocate for pro-life and family values, patriotism, and conservative issues. All that eventually won him awards and notice in Alabama among voters looking for fresh faces in the world of politics.   So in 2002, Hank was elected to the Alabama State Senate, serving two terms as a firebrand for conservative family values across the state. He fought to bring gambling to a standstill and helped usher in a whole new Republican government for the people of Alabama.   However, strange as it may sound, it was his bedtime stories that really changed history! As a loving father, he told his two sons bedtime stories when they were very young. For example, he used Woodlawn football stories that were so colorful that it ultimately ignited their imaginations to the point that they wanted to become movie makers! So, forty years later the world now knows the famous Erwin Brothers, Andy and Jon, who have gone on to produce and direct ten faith-based motion pictures, all of which that have garnered Dove Awards for outstanding achievements in Christian film! You will undoubtedly recall many of them, including “October Baby,” “Woodlawn,” “I Can Only Imagine,” “Jesus Revolution” and “House of David.”   Hank now spends some of his time traveling around the country telling stories in banquets and churches to entertain and motivate people. But, recently Hank also assumed the role of leading a nation-wide movement for revival and spiritual awakening called the Great American Prayer Revival, or GAP26. This effort has the potential to be used by God to bring much-needed healing to America.   In this podcast, Hank tells how, when he was in college, God lovingly brought him to faith in Christ and then, through a wide variety of career moves, to where he currently is now leading GAP26, a nation-wide effort to bring much-needed revival and spiritual awakening to America. You will find his call to get involved with this important effort very compelling! For more information, go to GAP-event.org.

Henry E., better known as “Hank” Erwin, is widely known as the “storyteller of motivation!” His talent for telling stories that both entertain and result in commitment and action on the part of his listeners is legendary. Hank learned the art of storytelling from his late father, Medal of Honor Recipient Henry “Red” Erwin, who held small crowds spellbound with stories of bravery in World War II. Hank became a committed Christian in college and married his sweetheart Shelia Daniel the day before his graduation. They have now been together for 53 years and have two married sons and seven grandchildren. They reside in Spring Hill, Tennessee. But it was telling stories that guided Hank's life. He attended Dallas Seminary in Texas to become a preacher. But during those days, God opened a door into radio and TV leading him to become an on-air personality. So, instead of becoming a preacher, Hank plunged into media for nearly thirty years as a journalist and talk show host. He soon became a media advocate for pro-life and family values, patriotism, and conservative issues. All that eventually won him awards and notice in Alabama among voters looking for fresh faces in the world of politics. So in 2002, Hank was elected to the Alabama State Senate, serving two terms as a firebrand for conservative family values across the state. He fought to bring gambling to a standstill and helped usher in a whole new Republican government for the people of Alabama. However, strange as it may sound, it was his bedtime stories that really changed history! As a loving father, he told his two sons bedtime stories when they were very young. For example, he used Woodlawn football stories that were so colorful that it ultimately ignited their imaginations to the point that they wanted to become movie makers! So, forty years later the world now knows the famous Erwin Brothers, Andy and Jon, who have gone on to produce and direct ten faith-based motion pictures, all of which that have garnered Dove Awards for outstanding achievements in Christian film! You will undoubtedly recall many of them, including “October Baby,” “Woodlawn,” “I Can Only Imagine,” “Jesus Revolution” and “House of David.” Hank now spends some of his time traveling around the country telling stories in banquets and churches to entertain and motivate people. But, recently Hank also assumed the role of leading a nation-wide movement for revival and spiritual awakening called the Great American Prayer Revival, or GAP26. This effort has the potential to be used by God to bring much-needed healing to America. In this podcast, Hank tells how, when he was in college, God lovingly brought him to faith in Christ and then, through a wide variety of career moves, to where he currently is now leading GAP26, a nation-wide effort to bring much-needed revival and spiritual awakening to America. You will find his call to get involved with this important effort very compelling! For more information, go to GAP-event.org.

Christ Followers as People of Shalom

Christ Followers as People of Shalom

“To be a Christ follower is to be introduced to a life of steady persistence.” -Hebrews 12:1-14

Today we started a sermon series looking that the vision statement of St. Mark's UMC. We looked at what it means to FOLLOW JESUS

In this week's episode, Rachel Nelson and I dive into the importance of being biblically minded as believers in Christ. Things got deep and we kept it real. Here is a little bit of info about Rachel : ‪ Rachel is a multi-passionate Christ Follower who runs a high ticket affiliate marketing business that specializes in financial, and physical health with medical grade products like the water ionizer. She is also the host of This Is Me Attitude Podcast where she along with her guest speakers talk all about their personal relationship with God and give tangible steps for others to grow in their relationship with the Lord. For her personal life she is a loving wife, daughter, cat mom and friend. Her and her husband also had a precious baby boy this past January. Rachel is all about sharing her faith in the Lord and helping others feel comfortable and confident in doing the same. Catch up with all things Rachel at the link below! https://dot.cards/rachel13 Feel free to leave a review/rating/comment or complete today's poll over on Spotify. We would love to hear what you thought about today's episode! #newepisodealert #newepisode #rachelnelson #thisismeattitudepodcast #biblicalmindset #season3 #beechannel27

Spiritual wisdom often comes from daily reading of God's Word. How do you read God's Word? Is it hard to understand? Does the Bible have anything practical that applies to me? How can God speak directly to me? What do I need to take out of my life? What needs to be put into my life? Does God care about me? All this and more in this podcast. More conversations on faith: Vertical Living With Ronnie Stevens  The Audible Voice of God 5 Things I Know About Heaven A Passionate Advocate for Women's Mental Health: Donna Robart Lies Women Believe   Books on HOME and FAMILY: Nurturing My Nest: Intentional Homebuilding and Custom Built Education Hum of the Home: Routines and Rhythms of Homemaking More Inspiration at www.nurturingmynest.com     

As Christ Followers our heart and desires should reflect the heart and desires of our Heavenly Father. As we grow in our relationship and knowledge of God we begin to care about what Jesus cares about. With that in mind we believe that at the core of every Christ Follower there should be a passion, urgency and involvement to see others be changed by Jesus.

Loving God First: Is God Truly My 1st Love? How can Christ Followers devote themselves to loving the Lord First? Please join us in hearing what God's Word says. I am so thankful to God for the discipleship given through Richard Burr's book, Developing Your Secret Closet of Prayer. 

Recorded live on Sunday, June 29th, 2025.

In John 17, Jesus prays for the disciples and for all who will follow Him. Join us as Pastor Justin Carlton unpacks this chapter as we continue our series, "Behold the Lamb of God." 

Daren gives a summary of the discipleship.org research on the top disciple making churches in North America. You can find the study and an assessment at reproducingchurches.orgLearn more about Daren at https://darenwride.com and https://12church.comSee his book DNA of a Christ Follower on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BtnvIx

Pastor Ethan shares a message about how to face evil and suffering in a broken world as a Christ Follower.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daren interviews Tim about his new season in life, moving from his role as disciple making pastor into retirement.Tim shares some principles for integrating disciple making into existing churches.Learn more about Tim at https://imakedisciples.comSee Tim's book Turning Over a New Leaf on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Turning-Over-Leaf-Timothy-Beadle-ebook/dp/B09455BG2VLearn more about Daren at https://darenwride.com and https://12church.comSee his book DNA of a Christ Follower on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BtnvIx

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Rock Solid" and discussed key pillars of the Christ follower's life. One of our guests was Dr. Sam Storms, Founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries. He's an award-winning author and specializes in spiritual warfare and prayer. Dr. Storms talked about the power of praise in our lives and what consistent, heartfelt praise can do. Greg Dempster, Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries, helped us unpack the top three bedrock truths every disciple of Christ needs to stand on. Finally, Arlene Pellicane shared three solid truths that help set up kids for faithful success. She is an author, speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top Ten from 2024: #6 Friendship is Essential as a Christ-Follower with Justin Whitmel Earley   Genesis 2:18a (NIV) "The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone.”   **Transcription of original episode**  225. Friendship is Essential as a Christ-Follower with Justin Whitmel Earley   Justin Whitmel Earley is a writer, speaker, and lawyer. He is the author of the award-winning books Habits of the Household and The Common Rule, though he spends most days running his business law practice. Through his writing and speaking, Justin empowers God's people to thrive through life-giving habits that form them in the love of God and neighbor. His latest book, Made for People, delves deep into the profound impact of friendship and offers transformative strategies to combat loneliness. He lives with his wife and four boys in Richmond, Virginia, and spends a lot of time around fires and porches with friends.   Questions We Discuss: How does becoming more like Jesus look similar to becoming more like a friend? What are some questions we can ask our friends the next time we get together, in hopes of taking our conversation and connection to a deeper level? Will you share your experience when you recognized friends are essential in the battle against evil?   Thank You to Our Sponsor: The Homeschool Printing Company   Additional Recommended Episode from The Savvy Sauce: 90 Friendship with Drew Hunter   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    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.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

What happens when an undercover FBI agent faces down hate groups, cartels, and spiritual darkness—and still holds fast to his faith?In this gripping Part 1 interview, Scott Payne, former FBI agent and New York Times bestselling author of Codename: Pale Horse, joins Steve to share his incredible journey. From growing up in a Christian home to infiltrating America's most violent criminal networks, Scott opens up about the challenges of living for Jesus in the darkest places on earth.

Daren speaks with special guest George Ross from Trans World Radio about how radio is being used to reach and disciple people in remote and closed locations. George also shares about the men's disciple making ministry he is involved in at home in Arizona.Learn more about Tim at https://imakedisciples.comSee Tim's book Turning Over a New Leaf on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Turning-Over-Leaf-Timothy-Beadle-ebook/dp/B09455BG2VLearn more about Daren at https://darenwride.com and https://12church.comSee his book DNA of a Christ Follower on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BtnvIx

Do you ever wonder if Sunday church attendance is enough to build lasting faith in your children? This question lies at the heart of my conversation with Shawna Goldstein, a passionate Bible teacher and mother of three teenage boys who's on a mission to equip parents for their most important role - discipling the next generation.Shauna shares a startling statistic that changed her perspective: while about 60% of Americans identify as Christians, only 4% are living as disciples of Jesus. This gap isn't just concerning - it's reshaping how we understand what it means to raise children in faith. "We can't just shove that job off on the church," Shawna explains. "We are the main ones responsible for the spiritual growth of our kids.”• Finding God in everyday moments makes faith real and accessible• Bible teaching should be age-appropriate, interactive, and engaging• Different parenting stages require different discipleship approaches• Praying aloud over children models the importance of prayer• Listening well to teens creates opportunities for deeper conversations• Everyone has a role in discipling the next generationWhether you're a parent seeking practical tools, a grandparent wondering how to influence the next generation, or someone without children looking to make disciples, this conversation offers wisdom for bringing faith beyond Sunday morning and into everyday life. Listen now to discover how small, consistent efforts can transform not just your family's spiritual journey, but potentially an entire generation.See the complete interview ⬇️https://youtu.be/ikAp8evtersBuy Shawna's 2 Bible Studies on Amazon...

What if everything you thought you knew about happiness and blessing was backward? In this sermon, Pastor Tyler Lynde kicks off our new series, “Red Letters,” with a deep dive into the Beatitudes from Jesus's Sermon on the Mount. These words, spoken to a people desperate for hope after 400 years of divine silence, completely flip our modern understanding of what leads to a truly blessed life.Jesus's sermon wasn't just a collection of nice sayings; it was a declaration of war against the world's value system. Where our culture says "blessed are the self-sufficient," Jesus says "blessed are the poor in spirit." While society often rewards the ruthless, Jesus promises blessing to the merciful and the meek. In this message, Tyler Lynde unpacks each of these radical statements, contrasting the fleeting mantras of our world with the eternal truth of God's Kingdom.Discover why the Beatitudes are not a checklist of behaviors to earn God's favor, but a beautiful portrait of a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit. This is the core of the New Covenant—not relying on our own strength to follow external rules, but receiving a new heart and being empowered by God's Spirit living within us. Tyler doesn't shy away from the hard truth that this path leads to a collision with the world, but he also reveals the magnificent promises attached to it: comfort, mercy, satisfaction, and being called a child of God.Most importantly, see how Jesus himself is the perfect embodiment of every beatitude. He is both our example to follow and the enabler who makes it possible. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus secured every blessing He describes. Whether you're just exploring faith or have followed Jesus for decades, these ancient words carry fresh power to transform your perspective on what it truly means to live a blessed life.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

Daren and Tim continue a discussion on personal evangelism looking at the content a person needs to know if they are going to effectively share the Gospel.Learn more about Tim at https://imakedisciples.comSee Tim's book Turning Over a New Leaf on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Turning-Over-Leaf-Timothy-Beadle-ebook/dp/B09455BG2VLearn more about Daren at https://darenwride.com and https://12church.comSee his book DNA of a Christ Follower on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BtnvIx

Part 3 – Three Daily Decisions for Every Christ Follower

Jerri Jameson was a drug addict. She hated her life and wanted to stop using... but she couldn't kick the habit. Then one night, she cried out in desperation to a God she wasn't even sure existed... and He answered. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/jerri-jameson ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! Want to help make new episodes? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donate Perks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out.  Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com Compelled is a member of the Proclaim Podcast Network: https://proclaim.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim and Daren springboard from Luke 5 and discuss principles of evangelism we can learn from the example of Jesus.Learn more about Tim at https://imakedisciples.comSee Tim's book Turning Over a New Leaf on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Turning-Over-Leaf-Timothy-Beadle-ebook/dp/B09455BG2VLearn more about Daren at https://darenwride.com and https://12church.comSee his book DNA of a Christ Follower on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BtnvIx

Have you ever participated in a team-building activity called a “Trust Fall”? How did it go? Who are you willing to trust enough to fall into their arms blindly? Join us as we wrap up our message series, When Love Speaks: Last Words from the Cross, with Part 7: Trust Fall. We'll hear about Jesus' final words (in Luke 23:44–47) and the ultimate “Trust Fall” while also considering how being a Christ Follower is like living out one “Trust Fall” after another.

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In today's HMS fellowship luncheon, MRO Chaplain Donnie Floyd speaks on a topic of the assurance we can have as Christ Followers, "How Can I be Sure?"  Take a listen and enjoy!

In Revelation Chapter 4, everything shifts. After addressing the churches on Earth, Jesus invites the Apostle John to "Come up here!"—giving him (and us) a glimpse into Heaven's throne room and a preview of future events. This moment marks a pivotal point in Bible prophecy, and many believe it represents the Rapture, which is the moment Jesus returns to rescue His followers and take them to Heaven.But when will the Rapture happen? And where will Christians be during the seven years of intense suffering known as the Tribulation? Well, there are three major views of the Rapture's timing:

When you have a major decision to make or a faced with a “fork in the road” in your career, whose opinion do you seek out first? Do you ask your friends? Your partner? Do you make a list of pros and cons? Do you just avoid it? Although we've all probably done each of these things, there is a BETTER way: ask the one who already knows everything about your past, present, and future. When we get on our knees and seek God's opinion first, He leads us towards the best decision. So, next time you are faced with a tough choice, pray, read God's word, and pay attention to the confirmations and affirmations that come through Christ Followers in your life. Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” So, stop worrying, and start praying – He will take care of you.

WE ALL NEED TO STAND UP AND PUT OURSELVES ON NOTICE OF THIS “CHRISTIAN” STIGMANICE GUY NUANCEPLEATS AND PLEASANTRIESPRESSED AND PATRONIZING DIFFERENCES APATHY VS AGGRESSION CONTENTMENT VS CONVICTION CONFORMITY VS CALL OUT FEAR VS FERVOR AMBASSADORSHIP REPRESENTS OR PROMOTES A BODY OR ENTITY 3 TIPS FOR TRIAGEWHO IS LORD COMPARTMENTALIZE SIN SIN WITHOUT REPENTANCE SELF-INDULGENCE OVER SPIRIT LEADWHY DO IT SOCIETAL ACCEPTANCE CHECKS A BOX SPIRITUAL SLOT MACHINEWHERE IS THE EVIDENCE HEART CONDITION FRUIT DOESN'T REFLECT THE VINE TWO WORLDS - M-Sat REMEDY SOLD OUT WORSHIP SOLD OUT SERVICE SOLD OUT DAILY DEATH

This week Jon talks about the need to rely on the daily sustenance that is Jesus: the Bread of Life.  The problem is that many of us rely on stale bread, not daily bread.   Scripture: Ephesians 5.1-2, John 6.35, Exodus 16, Matthew 6.11 As always, feel free to reach out to Jon to further discuss this week's devotional at Jon@christianoutdoors.org

We are excited to be bringing back Devotions with Christian Outdoors.  Jon Goodwin, a frequent guest, occasional co-host, and friend of the show and Pete will be hosting this new mid-week mini lesson.  We hope that it will be a blessing to you and draw you closer to our Savior!

Episode: Artists and Christ followers walk a similar path, as those who discern the truth about the world. The artistic gift of intuitive discernment, of expressing reality with clarity and soul, […] The post “I Practice Scales to Become a Saint” – Coltrane: Christ Followers & Artists first appeared on OnScript.

1 Timothy 3:14-15 NIVAlthough I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that, if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God's household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.In this We Are One Original Series, "Pillars," we're breaking down what it means to be a PILLAR of the Church. How to be a Christ Follower that is strong, smart, and stable.--------Sign up for Pillars: A 12 Week Discipleship Journey Building Saints who are STRONG, SMART, and STABLE.https://weareoneyouth.com/pillars--------Text the We Are One Hotline for prayer needs and all thingsWe Are One: 844-641-8147--------For bibles, prayer requests, giving, and more, click the link below to get connected https://weareoneyouth.com/fam--------If you just accepted Jesus, if you have a prayer request, or you want to know more about us, CLICK THIS LINK! https://weareoneyouth.com/fam--------Join the We Are One Fam:WEB: https://weareoneyouth.com​​FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/waoyouth​​INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/waoyouth​​TIKTOK: https://vm.tiktok.com/tGmCPB/​​--------#weareoneyouth #love #HolySpirit

Kristina Constanza was a well-known paranormal investigator with her own show on the Travel Channel, diving deep into the supernatural world. But everything changed when she encountered the true power of Jesus Christ! In this powerful interview, Kristina shares her journey from exploring haunted locations to fully surrendering to Christ.We'll discuss: