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Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. And today's shout-out goes to Cary Lemasters from Wellsville, OH. Cary, thank you for standing with us through Project23. Your support helps deliver the Word where it's needed most. This one's for you. Our text today is Mark 5:14-20: The herdsmen fled and told it in the city and in the country. And people came to see what it was that had happened. And they came to Jesus and saw the demon-possessed man, the one who had had the legion, sitting there, clothed and in his right mind, and they were afraid. And those who had seen it described to them what had happened to the demon-possessed man and to the pigs. And they began to beg Jesus to depart from their region. As he was getting into the boat, the man who had been possessed with demons begged him that he might be with him. And he did not permit him but said to him, “Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” And he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him, and everyone marveled. — Mark 5:14-20 The people come running because they've heard what happened and want to see it for themselves. And what they see shocks them. The same man who once lived naked in the tombs. The man who cried out night and day. The one who broke shackles and couldn't be subdued is now sitting. Clothed. Calm. In his right mind. It's such a radical transformation the crowd doesn't celebrate—they tremble in fear. The power of Jesus disturbs them more than the chaos of Legion. So they demand something tragic—they ask Jesus to leave. But not the man who was freed. He doesn't want Jesus to go without him. He begs to follow. But Jesus gives him a more important assignment: “Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” And the man obeys. He tells his story. And people marvel. That's the power of a testimony. Theologians can argue. Skeptics can question. But no one can refute a changed life. This man didn't go to seminary—he came out of the tombs. And now he's a missionary to the very region that once feared him. That's what Jesus does. So—what has Jesus done for you that someone else needs to hear? You may not have a “Legion” story. But you do have a mercy story. Share it. Tell it. Live the mission. Don't keep it to yourself. God wants to use the story He's given you to preach the good news to others. You are the mouth he wants to use to tell the world about his mercy. #FromDarknessToLight, #MercyStory, #JesusSaves ASK THIS: What stands out most about the man's transformation? Why do you think the people were more afraid of Jesus than of Legion? How has God's mercy changed your life? Who in your life might need to hear that story? DO THIS: Write down your story—one moment or season where Jesus met you with mercy. Then, ask God to show you who needs to hear it this week. PRAY THIS: Jesus, thank you for the mercy you've shown me. Don't let me keep it to myself. Use my story to point others to your love and power. Amen. PLAY THIS: "My Story" by Big Daddy Weave.

Send us a textWhat does it mean to be "clothed with power from on high"? This question forms the heart of today's exploration into spiritual transformation and mission effectiveness.Looking out from Shakespeare & Company bookstore in Paris onto Notre Dame Cathedral, our narrative begins with an honest confession of missionary frustration. How do we become light in spiritual darkness? The answer wasn't found in grand strategies but in surrendering to God's power working through ordinary relationships.The stories shared transport us from the bustling streets of Paris to intimate moments of transformation—Kwabena finding God just days after arriving in a new country, Nam abandoning Buddhism for Christ, Mohamed coming to church seeking romance but finding salvation, and Christophe surrendering to Jesus in the shadow of the Grand Arch (ironically built to symbolize humanity's advancement beyond religion). Each story demonstrates how God's power works through faithful presence and authentic connections.At the core of this message lies Luke 24:48-49, where Jesus promises to clothe His followers with power from on high. This clothing isn't merely a covering but a complete empowerment that transforms our effectiveness. We discover that being clothed with power requires recognition of our limitation, submission to Holy Spirit's leading, and faithful obedience in small things before greater responsibility.The imagery of fire recurs throughout—not just any fire, but one that creates sparks that fly outward, igniting transformation in others. This divine power operates not through overwhelming force but through one relationship at a time, starting in our immediate sphere of influence before expanding outward.The profound promise "I am with you" anchors everything. We're never alone in this mission because the very power we need is available through His presence. Will you allow yourself to be clothed with this power today? Take a moment now to surrender your limitations and ask for fresh fire that doesn't just warm you but ignites transformation in everyone you touch.Cornerstonehttps://www.cornerstoneaz.org/Follow Jesushttps://www.cornerstoneaz.org/follow-jesusLife Groups https://www.cornerstoneaz.org/life-groupsGiving https://cornerstoneaz.churchcenter.com/givingChurch Center App - Download then add Cornerstone Christian Center in Avondale, AZiOShttps://itunes.apple.com/us/app/my-church-center/id1357742931?mt=8&ls=1&ign-mpt=uo%3D4Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ministrycentered.churchcenter----Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cornerstoneazFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/cornerstoneaz.orgTwitterhttps://twitter.com/cornerstoneaz.org

Being Clothed And Empowered Bt The Holy Ghost

The Christian life is not a playground—it's a battlefield. But we don't fight alone or unarmed. In this final message from Ephesians, Pastor Steve unpacks the armor God gives His people—armor not fashioned by human hands, but forged in heaven.   When the spiritual war around us intensifies, we don't need to panic. We need to stand. Clothed in truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the Word, we're not just protected—we're empowered. And with prayer as our strategy, we move forward in strength not our own.   This sermon is for the weary, the worn out, and the ones wondering if they've got anything left. The answer is yes—because He is enough. Put on the armor. Step into the fight. You are not alone.

Clothed With Christ Galatians 3:1-94 Groups in Early Church Communities:• Jewish Christ-followers observing the Torah• Jewish Christ-followers not observing the Torah• Gentile Christ-followers not observing the Torah• Gentile Christ-followers who might observe the TorahGalatians 1:1-4 CSBGalatians 1:4-5 The MessageWe know the meaning of those words because Jesus Christ rescued us from this evil world we're in by offering himself as a sacrifice for our sins. God's plan is that we all experience that rescue. Glory to God forever! Oh, yes!Galatians 1:6-10Paul understands how deeply tempting it can be to turn back to a more familiar, comfortable version of faith—one that demands less but feels safer.Galatians 2:19-3:6Galatians 3:1-6 The Message3 You crazy Galatians! Did someone put a spell on you? Have you taken leave of your senses? Something crazy has happened, for it's obvious that you no longer have the crucified Jesus in clear focus in your lives. His sacrifice on the cross was certainly set before you clearly enough.2-4 Let me put this question to you: How did your new life begin? Was it by working your heads off to please God? Or was it by responding to God's Message to you? Are you going to continue this craziness? For only crazy people would think they could complete by their own efforts what was begun by God. If you weren't smart enough or strong enough to begin it, how do you suppose you could perfect it? Did you go through this whole painful learning process for nothing? It is not yet a total loss, but it certainly will be if you keep this up!5-6 Answer this question: Does the God who lavishly provides you with his own presence, his Holy Spirit, workingthings in your lives you could never do for yourselves, does he do these things because of your strenuous moral striving or because you trust him to do them in you? Don't these things happen among you just as they happened with Abraham? He believed God, and that act of belief was turned into a life that was right with God.Paul's Questions in Galatians 3• Who has cast a spell on you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified? • Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law or by believing what you heard? • Are you so foolish? After beginning by the Spirit, are you now finishing by the flesh? • Did you experience so much for nothing—if in fact, it was for nothing?• ...does God give you the Spirit and work miracles among you by your doing the works of the law?Who has cast a spell on you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified? • This is a question of proportion.• The cross of Christ is the central event to which all other events are subordinate.Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law or by believing what you heard?  • This question puts us in touch with our own experience.• The primary experience is faith, the basic trust that God is for us and shares his life with us.  Are you so foolish? After beginning by the Spirit, are you now finishing by the flesh? • This question puts in touch with common sense.  • Only as we remain rooted in the gospel can we apply the great truths of love and forgiveness and grace to everyday affairs.Did you experience so much for nothing—if in fact, it was for nothing?• This is a question of values.• If we lose touch with our values, we are at the mercy of every seduction, every inducement, every claim on our money, our energy, our time. ...does God give you the Spirit and work miracles among you by your doing the works of the law?This question puts in touch with God.God is an overflowing source of blessing—He supplies us abundantly in every way.When we lose touch with God's abundance, we lose our way.Apart from the reality of God's grace, we live clumsily—grasping, fearing, faltering. But Paul urges us to stay rooted in the truth of the gospel so that we live with holy abandon: freely trusting, freely hoping, and freely loving.

ENCORE EPISODEIn the Gospel of John, Jesus empathizes with his disciples' sadness over his impending return to the Father. He commissions them and prays for their perseverance and unity. Just before his ascension, he tells them again of the promise of the Father to clothe them with power from on high. Jesus desires this for you too! Feast of the Ascension Readingshttps://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052925-Ascension.cfm

EPISODE 466 | 5 Life Applications of the AscensionJesus didn't ascend to leave us—He ascended to launch us.This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we unpack 5 Life Applications of the Ascension—real, practical ways to live as empowered witnesses in a world desperate for truth, hope, and purpose. You'll be inspired by powerful insights, hard-hitting cultural connections, and actionable steps to bring heaven to earth in your home and relationships.1. Don't Just Watch, Witness: We're not spectators—we're sent. Christ's Ascension makes us participants in His ongoing mission.2. Clothed in Power: The Holy Spirit isn't an accessory—He's essential. We're not called to survive but to live supernaturally.3. Lift Others Up: The upward motion of Christ compels an outward mission—encouraging, healing, and helping others rise.4. Dwell in Joyful Worship: Worship isn't just for Sundays—it's a daily declaration that Jesus reigns. Joy is our strength.5. Don't Just Gather, Go: Church isn't the finish line—it's the launching pad. You are a witness. You are sent.We invite you to subscribe free to our growing daily Live IT Today reflections at LiveITToday.us—a powerful, brief, daily way to hear God's voice in the Gospel and live it out. Help us share the story of Slaying Giants—learn more at SlayingGiants.usCome walk with us. Let Him draw near. Let Him make all things new. Tune in. Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ILoveMyFamily.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or the Live IT App at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠http://MassImpact.us/APP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.We would be so grateful for your prayers, engagement, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Partnership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.GO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://MassImpact.us/PARTNER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We are a full-time missionary movement 100% dependent upon your prayers and financial partnership.SUPPORT OUR MISSION BY USING OUR AMAZON BUTTON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/461FFAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GREG'S BOOKS HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Twelve Roses" 12 Messages. ONE LIFE.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4gX4Glu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville: Our Present-Day Plight Wrapped in a Fairytale"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3KIX87x⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IF YOU'RE A CATHOLIC MAN interested in missioned friendships marked by the hearts of men united in striving to build the Kingdom. GO:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Pentecost365.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT CATHOLIC BUSINESSES and leaders committed to professional excellence and building the Kingdom. GO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://MassImpact.us/KINGDOM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oh, Most Holy Spirit, come and IGNITE the Great FIRE of Your Love! Set it ABLAZE in our minds and hearts!#Friendship #Mission #Catholic #Marriage #Family #ilovemyfamily #ThyKingdomCome #christian #home #faith #children #virtue #holiness #funny #inspiring #love #parents #happiness #heaven #politics #culture

This week we are reading from Galatians 3:1-9 and 23-29, which may be the most challenging and vulnerable interfaith conversation we've had over the years. What exactly is Paul saying about Torah Judaism and those who follow it? Is there a way to talk about this fundamental shift in history that he perceives without erasing or degrading everything that was before – everything that set the stage for his cherished moment? How can Christians today take the real power and beauty at the core of Paul's message, and also recognize and mitigate the hurt that his words can cause? 

Welcome to the weekly podcast of Pastor Ottis Barnett and Calvary Church in Inverness, Florida. Our focus is to reach the lost, rebuild relationships, encourage the community, and grow families through relevant Bible teachings, exciting worship, and family-based programs. For more information, visit calvary.online.

Clothed with Identity (In Christ), Character, Love, Peace, Praise and the Word, and with Kingdom Purpose

What does it mean to be “clothed with power?” One of the last charges Jesus delivered to the disciples was that they should “wait in the city until clothed with the power from on high.” It was then that they would be adequately prepared to go into the world to do God's work. We too are “clothed” by extension. It is time for us to accept and engage in our respective assignments. God bless,Rev LeonLuke 24:44-53

Debbie Tooth brings us a preach from our Easter Series titled "Clothed with Power from on High". This preach was recorded at our Putnoe congregation.

Welcome to the weekly podcast of Pastor Ottis Barnett and Calvary Church in Inverness, Florida. Our focus is to reach the lost, rebuild relationships, encourage the community, and grow families through relevant Bible teachings, exciting worship, and family-based programs. For more information, visit calvary.online.

Steve unpacked Exodus 28-31. God gave instructions to the priests and the tabernacle but there is more meaning for us than what you might expect.

Never go comparing yourself to what you see. God has made you special in every way. Ps Rose Lord shares a powerful message in helping you grow in your understanding of how Father sees you!

Colossians 3:15-17

Situated opposite Galilee, the “earth” of the Gerasenes marks the site of God's first tactical strike against Greco-Roman assimilation in Luke.The Greco-Roman rulers who possess and enslave the land impose violence and havoc, sowing death where God's many flocks were meant to roam freely, without interference.Like the abusers in Jerusalem, the occupying forces in Decapolis do not want to live and let live. They seek to assimilate, to convert, to impose, to kill—to force others to become like them, “twice as much the sons of Hell as themselves.”Sure, they may be interested in learning something from those they conquer, but ultimately, everything must be “melted down” and absorbed into something of their own making. It's called a “god complex:”“…the logic of American liberalism is a barely warmed-over Hellenism. The world-embracing, universe-striding Hellenic ideology under Alexander was an assimilationist one. In the Alexandrian ideology, it doesn't matter what tribe your parents are from, what your lineage is, or in what area of the world you were born. If you speak Greek, eat like a Greek, dress like a Greek, walk like a Greek, shit like a Greek, think like a Greek—then you're a Greek. It's exceptionally difficult for an American to consider this ideology and not think of the ‘melting pot'”(Matthew Franklin Cooper, And the Lamb Will Conquer)They do not submit to God, who made the heavens and the earth. They do not accept what was made, as it has been made, by his making. His name alone be praised!Unlike every other revolution in human history, the socio-political rebellion of the biblical tradition—be ye not deceived, O man, it is indeed a political rebellion, though it is not about starting something new, it is a reversion—to accept the Bible is to revert to God as your King, your religion, your tribe, your city, and your homeland.To return to his land is to return not to what we build, create, perceive, synthesize, or formulate through our ideolocial or theological assimilations, but to what God himself provided in the beginning: an open field where all living creatures coexist in his care.This week, I discuss Luke 8:27.Show Notesδαιμόνιον (daimonion) / ש–י–ד (shin–yod–dalet) / ث–د–ي (thā–dāl–yāʼ)Demon, other deity, or god. From the root שדד (shadad), which means “to deal violently, despoil, or devastate.” Klein notes that the Arabic ثَدْي (thady), “breast,” reinforces his observation that שֹׁד (shōd) and שַׁד (shad) are two forms of the same biblical root meaning “breast.” In consideration of this link, and the fact that the original text is unpointed, it is difficult to ignore the consonantal link between chaos, havoc, militarism, and the function “demon,” vis-à-vis the field, and violence against the land, since the land is inherently matriarchal:שָׂדָאוּת (sadā'ut) is a feminine noun meaning “military fieldcraft,” derived from שָׂדֶה (sadeh), meaning “field.”Note that שֵׁדָה (shedah), female demon, and שָׂדֶה (sadeh), field or open land, are indistinguishable in the unpointed text.This intersection is intentional. Consider a related sub-function associated with δαιμόνιον in Luke:שׁדד (shin-dalet-dalet) and שׂדד (sin-dalet-dalet)שׁדד (shadad) to devastate, despoil, or destroy, referring to violence or judgment.שׂדד (sadad) to plow or harrow, referring to agricultural activity.In Semitic languages, the function “demon” likely originates from the Akkadian term šēdu, a protective spirit often depicted in Mesopotamian art as a bull-like colossus or a human-bull hybrid, for example, the bull effigy of Wall Street. The question is not what the demon šēdu protects, but whose interests it serves. Does it protect life in God's field or wreak havoc on behalf of its human sponsors? Does it plow and harrow, or does it despoil?Demonic Evil“For [a] root of all evils is the love of money—which some, desiring, wandered away from the faith,and pierced themselves through with many griefs.”(1 Timothy 6:10)As it is written:“ῥίζα γὰρ πάντων τῶν κακῶν ἐστιν ἡ φιλαργυρία”“the love of money is [a] root of all evils”“πάντων τῶν κακῶν” unambiguously indicates “of all evils,” not “all kinds,” underscoring Paul's deliberate rhetorical force in presenting the love of money not as a moral weakness but as a seed giving rise to every form of evil in God's field.ἱμάτιον (himation) / ב-ג-ד (bet–gimel–dalet) / ب-ج-د (bāʼ–jīm–dāl)Outer garment; cloak.A scarce word in Classical Arabic, بَجَدَ (bajada), means “to strive or exert,” technically different than بِجَاد (bijād) — the pre-Islamic Bedouin term for a striped cloak or blanket, which Klein links to ב-ג-ד.Instead of بَجَدَ (bajada), Arabic typically employs roots like ج-ه-د (jīm–hāʾ–dāl) — جَاهَدَ (jāhada) — the basis of جِهَاد (jihād), to express striving or struggle, especially in a religious context. Related roots such as ج-د-د (jīm–dāl–dāl) — جَدَّ (jadda) “to be serious” — and ج-دّ (jīm–dāl–dāl) — جِدّ (jidd) “seriousness” — reinforce the idea of earnest effort and commitment that underlies the concept of jihād.The بِجَاد (bijād)—a coarse, often red or striped woolen cloak worn by Bedouins—symbolizes striving through its association with the harsh realities of shepherd life in God's open field, demanding simplicity, endurance, and honor, in contrast with the soft garments of city dwellers. The reference to soft garments is not incidental. In Luke 7:25, Jesus mocks those dressed in “soft clothing” who “live in luxury” in the royal houses. As such, John the Baptist is “more than a prophet.” Clothed in the rough and unpleasant garment of a shepherd, he survives under God's rule in the open field with an honor imperceptible in the eyes of city dwellers.It is “the smell of a field” that Luke 8:27 makes terminologically functional here, recalling the transfer of Isaac's blessing to his younger son. Now Luke turns the tables. As Esau was denied his birthright in favor of Jacob, so now Jacob is denied the same in favor of the demon-possessed Gerasene:Then his father Isaac said to him, “Please come close and kiss me, my son.”So he came close and kissed him; and when he smelled the smell of his garments (בְּגָדָ֖י begāday), he blessed him and said,“See, the smell of my sonIs like the smell of a field which the Lord has blessed;Now may God give you of the dew of heaven,And of the fatness of the earth,And an abundance of grain and new wine;May peoples serve you,And nations bow down to you;Be master of your brothers,And may your mother's sons bow down to you.Cursed be those who curse you,And blessed be those who bless you.”(Genesis 27:26–29)οἰκία (oikia

Are you feeling spiritually drained, under attack, or unprepared for life's battles? In this episode, we dive deep into Ephesians 6:10-18 to uncover how God has equipped us with powerful spiritual armor. Each piece is designed to help us stand firm against the enemy and walk in victory. We'll break down the purpose of each part of the armor—truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—and explore how to actively wear them in our daily lives. Get ready to strengthen your faith, step into your God-given authority, and stand strong in any battle you face!

In this series, Rooted, we will journey through the book of Colossians and examine Christ's supremacy and our role as believers in staying rooted in the truth of the Gospel. This week, Pastor Gregg challenges us with a bold reminder: If you've been raised with Christ, then live like it. The world isn't desperate for more religious performance—it's longing for rooted people who truly reflect Jesus's heart.We hope that you are enjoying this series! Subscribe if you haven't already to stay up to date with what we've got going on here at Creekside Church! Insta: creeksidechurchnpCheck out our website! https://creekside.church

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Devotion : Clothed in Gladness / Psalm 30 by Community Lutheran Church

11am Two-Part Series: Being Christ-Centered Galatians 3:26-27; Colossians 3:1-17

4/27/25 Baptisms and Message from Andy Smith

Are you happy with your clothes or do they feel old? Every morning, we have the opportunity to put on new and powerful clothes, given from on high. How cool is that? Pastor Dave unpacks the privilege of putting on new clothes every morning.

By Roy Fouch - Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit. We are instructed by the Lord to clothe ourselves in kindness. This sermonette identifies some of the qualities and traits of clothing ourselves in kindness. It also identifies some of the behaviors associated with unkindness and how these grieve God and adversely

By Robin S Webber - This message pinpoints how God is the master designer of spiritual wardrobe woven in Christ for those on pilgrimage towards the ultimate Promised Land of Eternity. The message seamlessly sews a thread from Exodus 12:11-12 to Colossians 3 in instructing our personal response to the ongoing fashioning

"Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty; the whole earth is full of His glory." Isaiah 6:3Holiness is not merely one attribute of God, it is the very beauty of all that He is. It is the totality of His moral perfection. God's holiness is the infinite distance between His purity, and all that is defiled. God is not just sinless, He is utterly "other"--exalted above all creation in majestic sanctity. "God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all" 1 John 1:5In Heaven's courts, the seraphim cry, not love, love, love--nor power, power, power--but holy, holy, holy. This threefold repetition is not poetic flourish—it is the language of awe. His holiness is absolute, incomparable, and consuming. It strikes terror in the hearts of the guilty, and causes the redeemed to fall in humility and reverent wonder before Him.When Isaiah beheld the LORD high and lifted up, he did not marvel at God's wisdom or rejoice in His love—he was undone by His holiness. "Woe to me!" he cried. For in the presence of perfect purity . . . every sin is seen as vile, every excuse is silenced, and every boast is laid in the dust.The cross alone, unveils the cost of approaching such a God. Divine love did not lower the standard—divine holiness demanded that the sinless Son, suffer in the place of the guilty. There, righteousness and mercy met. There, the Holy One made a way for the unholy.What glory—that sinners, once rebels, may now draw near! Clothed in the righteousness of Christ, we are called not only to behold God's holiness—but to reflect it. "Without holiness no one will see the Lord" Hebrews 12:14Let us then worship with trembling, walk with purity, and hate every stain of sin.

Scripture: Galatians 3:17, Galatians 3:27The Pulse ExperienceSermon:  Clothed With ChristPastor Jay MaceSunday, April 20, 2025https://linktr.ee/thepulsewinfield

Rose Turner, a fashion psychologist at the London College of Fashion, studies the impact clothing has on how people think, how they behave, and even how clothes affect their mood. As the closest thing to our bodies, clothing forms a type of “second skin” and girds us for whatever the day might hold. For example, donning professional attire can “help with motivation and concentration” at work, and wearing vintage pieces with sentimental value can bring comfort during stressful situations. This psychological phenomenon offers an insight into Isaiah’s prophetic words about Jesus’ sacrificial act. He records the future deliverance of the Jews from their captivity in Babylon, assuring them they would one day “rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated” in their absence (Isaiah 61:4). In that day, they would wear “a robe of his righteousness” (v. 10). Isaiah’s prophecy was fulfilled first in the nation’s return to Jerusalem and then fully when “God made [Jesus] . . . sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (2 Corinthians 5:21). Righteousness describes our right relationship with God when we trust in Christ’s sacrifice. God doesn’t see someone outfitted in shame or disgrace because of our sin; instead, He sees us clothed in Jesus’ enduring righteousness—a “second skin” that girds us with joy today and for eternity.

Join us for today's Our Daily Bread devotional by Kirsten Holmberg, taken from Isaiah 61:4-11. Today's devotional is read by Naomi. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team. God bless you.We hope that you have enjoyed today's reading from Our Daily Bread. You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following @ourdailybreadeurope on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: odb.org/subscribe

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Ever feel like your sex life is on autopilot? We've all been there – the same routine, the same positions, the same predictable outcome. What if I told you your sex life could be playful, adventurous, and deeply satisfying again? Routine can be the death of passion—but it doesn't have to be.In this episode, I delve into 10 ways to have better sex and break free from "wallpaper sex" (you know, the same old routine). Whether you're in a long-term relationship or exploring solo pleasure, these tips will help you reconnect with pleasure, curiosity, and fun. Some of these tips will surprise you. Some might even make you blush. But one thing's for sure—you'll never look at pleasure the same way again!Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(00:15) The problem with "wallpaper sex"(00:34) Naked dates(00:58) Clothed sex with no genitals involved(01:11) Mutual masturbation – why watching is half the fun(01:30) Shower sex (safety first)(01:50) Sexy card games to unlock fantasies you've been too shy to share(02:16) Watching ethical porn sites like MakeLoveNotPorn(03:05) Sexting like a pro (steamy examples included)(03:28) "Sex snacking" – tiny touches that keep the spark alive(03:52) Surprise your partner – the fur coat reveal (my signature move)(04:12) Change location – break free from the bedroomKaren Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastAnd, if you're in the Los Angeles area, join me and urologist/sexual medicine specialist Dr. Ashley Winter for a night of menopause trivia, laughs & myth-busting on April 9th, Wednesday! Menopause Madness: Hot Flashes & Hot Nights https://www.eventbrite.com/e/menopause-madness-hot-flashes-hot-nights-los-angeles-registration-1274530979469Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in...

First Sunday Service – April | Pastor AndyIn this powerful message, Pastor Andy unpacks the parable of the wedding feast from Matthew 22 and reminds us that while God's invitation is for everyone, responding to it calls for transformation.What does it really mean to put on the wedding garment? Are we living as people truly clothed in Christ?Drawing from both Old and New Testament Scripture, Pastor Andy challenges us to move beyond casual belief into a life marked by allegiance, obedience, and love.This is more than a story—it's a wake-up call to live ready.Watch now and reflect on what it means to enter the Kingdom clothed in righteousness.#FirstSunday #PastorAndy #Matthew22 #WeddingFeast #KingdomLiving #BoxChurch #SarasotaChurch #GospelTruth #JesusIsKing

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In this episode, our pastoral team sits down to unpack the conversations that shaped our final message in the Isaiah series. We explore the tension between rescue and responsibility, the imagery of being clothed in righteousness, and what it really means to live in response to God's generosity. From Paul's letters to Jesus' parables, we wrestle with the beauty and complexity of faith, asking how salvation and righteousness shape not just what we believe—but how we live.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Colossians emphasizes practical Christian living, urging believers to embody compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience as reflections of God's character. Rooted in their identity as God's beloved, Christians are encouraged to intentionally choose these virtues daily, fostering authentic relationships and showcasing grace in a divided world.

In our third week of the message series, "Who is This Man?", Pastor T brings a powerful message inviting us to exchange our weakness and shame, for the power and grace of the Cross.  We hope you are inspired to lean into God's love as you listen.Connect with our church: @ascentchurchva Connect with our lead pastor: @pastor.tlane

Two eight-year-old boys in Maine—a rural American state—made their mark by wearing business suits to school on Wednesdays. Soon “Dapper Wednesdays” became a favorite day, as other classmates and school staff dressed up too. James, who launched the idea, loved hearing compliments. “It just made my heart feel really good.” Their Wednesday attire set the kids apart as proud students of their school. Our spiritual clothing, which sets us apart as God’s own, gladdens our hearts, too. “My soul rejoices in my God,” said Isaiah, “for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of his righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels” (Isaiah 61:10). As the Israelites went into exile, their clothing—spiritual and material—was threadbare and worn. Isaiah offered them a hopeful promise: God’s Spirit would “bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair” (v. 3). The same promise rests on God’s people today. Jesus said that by His Spirit we would be “clothed with power from on high” (Luke 24:49). Christ provides us with a wardrobe of compassion, kindness, gentleness, and patience (Colossians 3:12). Clothed by Him, we reflect His love to the world.

In this episode, we dive into the power of keeping promises to yourself and the importance of following through on commitments, no matter how small. Justina shares her personal journey of overcoming the fear and resistance to stepping outside her comfort zone and why it's crucial for building self-worth and confidence. She breaks down how even the smallest actions toward change can lead to big transformations and help you break free from old patterns that no longer serve you.We also discuss how negative thoughts can keep you stuck, and how to recognize them as mere distractions when you're on the path to growth. If you're ready to make bold decisions, set healthy boundaries, and embrace your authentic self, this episode is for you. Tune in for practical tips on moving past self-doubt and taking action toward the life you truly desire.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:40 - The struggle of following through on commitments4:15 - Why we avoid discomfort and stay in our comfort zones7:05 - The connection between self-worth and keeping promises to yourself10:30 - The role of negative thinking and how to shift it13:20 - Taking small steps outside your comfort zone for big growth16:00 - Embracing discomfort for transformation18:45 - How to overcome people-pleasing and live authentically20:30 - Final thoughts & actionable takeaways

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Glorious things await the bride of Christ. Chad meditates on the wondrous love Christ has for us, and our curious imaginations and interpretations of what Christ actually looks like. A beautiful, uplifting episode that ends with a meditation on the wedding feast of Christ and His church. Stephanie Wright sings "Radiant In Light". Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: Pre-order: Ditching the Checklist by Mark Mattes Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi  Bible in One Year with Chad Bird Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Take 20% Off Our Lenten Devotionals until March 5th: The Sinner/Saint Lenten Devotional Finding Christ in the Straw: A Forty-Day Devotion on the Epistle of James More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics for Radiant in Light The day will come We will see you with our  eyes Behold my Beloved   The day will come We will stand in paradise Behold my Beloved   To the risen King of love Whose Word has led the way For Your beauty, glorified I have waited for this day Your unveiled face   Chorus Radiant in light My beloved, my friend Clothed in glory In a world without end In The New Jerusalem Amen    And on this mountain We will celebrate a feast Behold my Beloved A table waits  Prepared for Your bride Behold my Beloved   To the risen King of love Whose Word has led the way For Your beauty, glorified I have waited for this day Your unveiled face   Chorus Radiant in light My beloved, my friend Clothed in glory In a world without end In The New Jerusalem Amen