Podcasts about Come Holy Spirit

We All Are Filled with Something. The Jesus Follower is Filled with the Holy Spirit! MESSAGE SUMMARY: If you believe that Christianity is just a bunch of rules and laws for you (all of which you cannot keep!), then you really do not know what Christianity is all about. Jesus Followers are filled with the Holy Spirit. All of us are filled with something. With what are you filled? The Apostle Peter, in 1 Peter 4:5-6, admonishes you to be faithful to the Gospel and to live in the Spirit like God: “but they will give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. For this is why the gospel was preached even to those who are dead, that though judged in the flesh the way people are, they might live in the spirit the way God does.". Some people are filled with the world or the devil or alcohol or drugs or materialism or their jobs or just themselves. You need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. As you walk with the Holy Spirit, Paul instructs in Ephesians 5:15-17 to make wise use of our limited time on earth and to seek God's will through the Holy Spirit: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.". Come Holy Spirit; fill us with your presence and power. Are you filled with the Holy Spirit? If not, why not?   TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, I confess that when difficulties and trials come into my life, large or small, I mostly grumble and complain. I realize the trials James talks about are not necessarily “walls,” but they are difficult to bear, nonetheless. Fill me with such a vision of a transformed life, O God, that I might actually consider it “pure joy” when you bring trials my way. I believe, Lord. Help my unbelief. In Jesus' name, amen.         Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 94). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Compulsions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Patience. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ephesians 5:15-21; Acts 2:1-4; 1 Peter 4:1-6; Psalms 34a: 1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Be Strong & Courageous”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Sunday 21st June 2026 - West SiteSpeaker - Mark CrosbyMark wraps up our "Come, Holy Spirit!" series, speaking of the transforming work of the Holy Spirit._______________Galatians 5:22-25 (NLT)But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives._______________Recorded at the West Site - 21Jun2026

Sunday 21st June 2026 - North SiteSpeaker - Simon Le BlondSimon wraps up our "Come, Holy Spirit!" series with a recap, then speaks about the way that the Holy Spirit transforms our lives for discipleship._______________2 Corinthians 3 v 7-187)  Now if the ministry that brought death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with glory, so that the Israelites could not look steadily at the face of Moses because of its glory, transitory though it was, 8)  will not the ministry of the Spirit be even more glorious? 9)  If the ministry that brought condemnation was glorious, how much more glorious is the ministry that brings righteousness! 10)  For what was glorious has no glory now in comparison with the surpassing glory. 11)  And if what was transitory came with glory, how much greater is the glory of that which lasts!12)  Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. 13)  We are not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face to prevent the Israelites from seeing the end of what was passing away. 14)  But their minds were made dull, for to this day the same veil remains when the old covenant is read. It has not been removed, because only in Christ is it taken away. 15)  Even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts. 16)  But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. 17)  Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18)  And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit._______________Recorded at the North site - 21Jun2026

Psalm 76:1-2, 1 Kings 8:6-13, Acts 13:42-52, 14:1-3. In the Old Testament passage for today we read how ‘the glory of the Lord filled his temple' (1 Kings 8:11) Each of the passages for today tells us something about how to enjoy God's empowering presence that comes through the Holy Spirit

Psalm 76:1-2, 1 Kings 8:6-13, Acts 13:42-52, 14:1-3. In the Old Testament passage for today we read how ‘the glory of the Lord filled his temple' (1 Kings 8:11) Each of the passages for today tells us something about how to enjoy God's empowering presence that comes through the Holy Spirit

This weekend, Pastor Heather Ameye-Bevers continues our Come Holy Spirit series with a message titled The Grace Gifts Given to You from 1 Corinthians 12:7–13.Every believer has been given spiritual gifts by God's grace—not something to earn, but something to steward. These gifts are given by the Holy Spirit to serve others, strengthen the church and help reveal Christ to the world around us.Join us as we explore how God has uniquely gifted each of us, why every gift matters, and what it looks like to discover, develop and actively use the gifts we've been given. Together, we'll be encouraged to trust the Holy Spirit to work through us as we play our part in building a healthy, unified and Christ-centred church.

Come, Holy Spirit — Week 4: There's Water. Why Wait? | Acts 2:1–13, 37–41 Texts: Acts 2:1–13, 37–41; Matthew 3:13; Matthew 28:18–19; Romans 6:3–4Baptism Sunday is not a normal Sunday with a little water at the end.In Week 4 of Come, Holy Spirit, Pastor Kevin closes the series by showing how perfectly Baptism Sunday fits with the work of the Holy Spirit. The Spirit who fills us does not leave us hidden. The Spirit who leads us does not leave us passive. The Spirit who seals us does not leave us silent. The Holy Spirit gives ordinary people courage to publicly belong to Jesus.This message walks through Acts 2 and answers five questions people often have about baptism: why should I be baptized, what does baptism mean, how should I be baptized, who should be baptized, and when should I be baptized. Along the way, Pastor Kevin reminds us that baptism is not about religious performance or spiritual perfection. It is an outward sign of an inward decision, a public picture of the gospel, and a first step of obedience for redeemed people.If you have trusted Jesus but kept putting off baptism, this message is a clear, joyful, biblical invitation: there's water. Why wait? Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 1:00 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextstepsFollow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell continue going deeper into our Come Holy Spirit series by unpacking Grant's message, The Spirit of Love from 1 Corinthians 13.Together, they explore why Paul places the famous "love chapter" in the middle of his teaching on spiritual gifts, and why the greatest evidence of the Holy Spirit's work is not how gifted we are, but how loving we are.The conversation also delves into forgiveness, what it means to "keep no record of wrongs," and how the Holy Spirit helps us navigate hurt, healing, boundaries, and grace in our relationships.At its heart, this episode is an invitation to become more like Jesus as the Holy Spirit forms His love within us.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share extra resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

Pentecost Sunday Reading I: Acts 2:1-11 Reading II: 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 Gospel: John 20:19-23 Support CTK at LSU: www.ctklsu.org/give

Sunday 14th June 2026 - West and North SitesSunday 21st June 2026 - Central AM & PMSpeaker - Alice MeadsAlice shares that the Holy Spirit reveals truths to us about God's work in us and through us. As He works out His plans and purposes, the Holy Spirit shows His wisdom and power._______________1 Corinthians 2 v 6-166)  We do, however, speak a message of wisdom among the mature, but not the wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. 7)  No, we declare God's wisdom, a mystery that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began. 8)  None of the rulers of this age understood it, for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 9)  However, as it is written:‘What no eye has seen,    what no ear has heard,and what no human mind has conceived' –    the things God has prepared for those who love him –10)  these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit.The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. 11)  For who knows a person's thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 12)  What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us. 13)  This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit, explaining spiritual realities with Spirit-taught words. 14)  The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit. 15)  The person with the Spirit makes judgments about all things, but such a person is not subject to merely human judgments, 16)  for,‘Who has known the mind of the Lord    so as to instruct him?'But we have the mind of Christ._______________Recorded at the North Site - 14Jun2026

This weekend, Pastor Grant Harris continues our Come Holy Spirit series with a message titled The Spirit of Love from 1 Corinthians 13.When we think about the work of the Holy Spirit, it's easy to focus on spiritual gifts, powerful experiences, or supernatural moments. Yet Paul reminds us that the greatest evidence of the Spirit at work in our lives is love. A love that is patient, kind, forgiving, selfless and deeply rooted in the character of Jesus.Join us as we explore how the Holy Spirit's primary work is not simply to make us gifted, but to transform us into people who love like Christ and reflect God's heart to the world around us.

Come, Holy Spirit — Week 3: God Keeps Us | Ephesians 1:11–14 Texts: Ephesians 1:11–14A lot of people fear that what started well may not finish well.In Week 3 of Come, Holy Spirit, Pastor Kevin teaches from Ephesians 1 and shows that the Holy Spirit is not only the One who fills God's people and leads God's people—He is the One who keeps God's people. He is God's seal and guarantee that what Jesus purchased, God will complete.This message is a powerful reminder that redemption is not fragile. In Christ, believers have obtained an inheritance, been sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, and given the assurance that their future is held by the faithfulness of God—not the strength of their own grip.If you have ever felt unfinished, insecure, or afraid you will not make it, this message points you back to the finished work of Jesus and forward to the promise God will surely complete.Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 1:00 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextstepsFollow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

Come, Holy Spirit — Week 2: Guided Into Truth | John 16:12–15 Texts: John 16:12–15; John 16:7–8; Romans 8:26; Proverbs 3:5–6A lot of people know about the Father. They know about the Son. But when it comes to the Holy Spirit, they feel uncertain, distant, or confused.In Week 2 of Come, Holy Spirit, Miguel Plaza teaches from John 16 and reminds us that the Holy Spirit is not a mystery to avoid, but a person to know. He is not an optional extra for redeemed people. He is the gift of the redeemed age, given to guide believers into truth, convict them with love, and lead them toward God's purpose.This message unpacks who the Holy Spirit is, what He does, and why following Jesus in real life is never meant to happen by human strength alone. The Spirit comforts, convicts, guides, strengthens, and helps ordinary believers take their next step of obedience.If you have ever felt stuck, unsure, spiritually behind, or uncertain about how God leads, this message is a clear and practical invitation to be led by the Holy Spirit in everyday life. Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 1:00 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextstepsFollow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

In this episode Catholic History Trek explores the scant history of the Come Holy Spirit prayer.(“Catholic Prayers” series, no. 16, Come Holy Spirit)

Happy Pentecost — the birthday of the Church! In this Pentecost Sunday homily, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the five biblical images of the Holy Spirit: dove, fire, wind, breath, and water. Each image helps us enter more deeply into relationship with the Holy Spirit:

Pastor Chad's sermon emphasized that the Christian life, from beginning to end, depends on the Holy Spirit rather than human effort. Using Galatians 5, Pastor Chad taught that believers are saved, sustained, transformed, and assured of their relationship with God through the Holy Spirit. He contrasted two ineffective approaches to life with God—religious self-righteousness and rebellious self-indulgence—explaining that both ultimately rely on self instead of God. True spiritual growth does not come from trying harder to overcome sin but from continually walking with the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to produce His fruit—love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control—in our lives. Pastor Chad concluded that lasting transformation happens through a daily relationship with God, as the Holy Spirit gradually shapes believers into the image of Christ.

We are taught the simple prayer, "Come Holy Spirit," yet often don't know the gifts and fruits that prayer with the Holy Spirit brings.  As we learn to ask the Holy Spirit for the gifts of knowledge and wisdom and the fruits of joy and peace, we can see the Spirit moving in our lives in a profound way.    Come, follow us: Parish Website  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Spotify Music

Whatever obstacles you feel stand in the way, God has not given up on you. The Spirit placed within you is still there, waiting to be stirred into flame. But if you desire the Holy Spirit to become more alive and active in your life, then you must ask; He won't force Himself on you.   Readings at this Mass: Acts 2:1–11 | 1 Cor 12:3b–7, 12–13 | Jn 20:19–23

Episode 1030 (17:29) In this episode: Fr. Bill reflects on the amazing change that occurred with the Apostles due to the Holy Spirit; Image of chocolate milk; The need to stir the Spirit in us; Concluding with a prayer to invite the Holy Spirit tin us; Double header songs Music: "I Need Your Spirit" and "Come, Holy Spirit, cpome (Lyrics & music generated by AI: Chat GPT and Suno.com) Audio Produced on Logic Pro Related Web Sites:  My Website Podcast Page All Previous Episodes

Poured Out on All God's People | Joel 2:28–29Texts: Joel 2:28–29; Acts 2:14–18; Luke 24:49; John 14:16–17; Romans 8:11A lot of people live like God saves by grace, but expects them to keep going by grit.On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Jose begins the new series Come, Holy Spirit by reminding us that God does not redeem His people and then leave them empty. He fills what He reclaims. The Christian life is not just a life we are commanded to live. It is a life we are empowered to live by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit.In this message, we see Joel's promise of devastation, return, mercy, restoration, and then the outpouring of God's Spirit. This is not a promise for a spiritual elite. It is not for only the gifted, the visible, or the already mature. It is the promise poured out on all God's redeemed people.This message is an invitation to stop trying to live the redeemed life in your own strength and to receive the Spirit as God's gift for His people.Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 1:00 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextstepsFollow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

Songs of SummerDon't underestimate the importance of Pentecost! Pentecost reminds us of our dependence upon the Holy Spirit for both life and new life. Come Holy Spirit!

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The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the first disciples transformed them in a profound way with power, receptivity, and an abundance of diverse and unique graces...and the same is true for us! COME HOLY SPIRIT! May 23, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Msgr. Esseff reflects on the great gift of the Holy Spirit to the disciples 2000 years ago and what it means for us today! The post Pentecost: “Come Holy Spirit” – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Chad preached that God is intentionally guiding history through “days, hours, and seasons,” and that the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at 9 a.m. on the Day of Pentecost was not random, but part of God's redemptive plan between Christ's first coming and His return. Drawing from Acts 2,he challenged believers to live as Spirit-filled people who order their lives around God's presence through consistent prayer, faithfulness, and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit rather than the distractions of culture. He emphasized that we are living in the “last days,” a time marked by both urgency and opportunity: urgency to repent, persevere, and proclaim the gospel, and opportunity to experience the power and peace of the Holy Spirit while awaiting Christ's return.

How has God changed your life during Rise Up? From Ash Wednesday to Pentecost, we have journeyed together through 96 days of prayer, reflection, Scripture, and encouragement. In this final Rise Up video, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites us to reflect on the fire God has lit in our hearts and asks an important question:

Fr. James Kubicki wishes us a Happy Pentecost on today's reflection. Come Holy Spirit, come!

Father Gary Lazzeroni preaches at the 10:00am Mass on Sunday, May 24, 2026, Pentecost.

Is Pentecost still happening in you?

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW TITLE: Come, Holy Spirit SHOW DECRIPTION: Fr. Chiedozie Ononuju (Fr. Dozy) joins us today to chat about the quiet ways God directs our lives and how we can work on our relationship with Him. SCRIPTURE: John 15:4 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Francis de Sales  

Acts 2:1-11

How much of your life is spent worrying about other people?   In today's Gospel, Jesus says:   “What concern is that of yours? You follow me.”   What powerful words.   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer challenges us to stop getting consumed by: ➡️ gossip ➡️ comparison ➡️ social media distractions ➡️ other people's lives   and instead focus on what truly matters:   Following Jesus.   So much energy is wasted worrying about things that are not ours to carry.   Today, ask yourself: ➡️ Am I more focused on others than on Christ? ➡️ What distractions are keeping me from following the Lord wholeheartedly?   As we prepare for Pentecost, may we surrender distraction and become more attentive to the voice of God.   Just follow Him.   Come Holy Spirit.   #RiseUp #Catholic #Faith #Prayer #Jesus #HolySpirit #Pentecost

A homily for Pentecost.

What type of love do you have for Jesus?   In today's Gospel, Jesus asks Peter three times:   “Do you love me?”   But in the original Greek, something powerful is happening.   Jesus first asks Peter: ➡️ “Do you agape me?” — Are you willing to love me sacrificially? — Are you willing to give everything for me?   But Peter responds: ➡️ “I love you like a brother.”   And amazingly…   Jesus meets Peter where he is.   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer explores how God patiently takes us deeper in love: ❤️ from immature love ❤️ to faithful love ❤️ to sacrificial love   God meets you exactly where you are today.   But He loves you too much to leave you there.   Do not be afraid to go deeper in prayer, deeper in trust, and deeper in love.   Come Holy Spirit.   #RiseUp #Catholic #Faith #Jesus #Prayer #Love #HolySpirit #Bible

Send us Fan MailThis episode originally aired at 1pm on Wednesday May 20 on SiriusXM 129 The Catholic ChannelFrontiers of Faith is now broadcast weekly on SiriusXM and uploaded here immediately after! Its heating up in NYC where Msgr Landry is headquartered, he tells us about today's missionary saint and also the importance of good preaching.  Katie brings up the peony, which Msgr struggles to pronounce and its ties to Pentecost: our church's birthday and missionary sending! Finally we wrap it up with a discussion of the mission of memorial day and how Our Lady can help!Click here to learn more about supporting the Pontifical Missions Societies:https://pontificalmissions.orgFollow us on socials!https://x.com/tpms_usa

Do you know that you have been sent? In today's Gospel, Jesus says: “As you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world.” (John 17) God sent Jesus into the world to reconcile humanity to the Father. And now… Jesus sends us. In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that Christianity is not only about receiving mercy—it's about sharing it. You are sent: ➡️ to love ➡️ to evangelize ➡️ to bring hope ➡️ to reconcile others to God The word “apostle” literally means:

Did you know that Jesus prays for you?   In today's Gospel, Jesus says:   “I pray for them.” (John 17)   What an incredible truth: ✝️ Jesus intercedes for you ✝️ Jesus brings your needs to the Father ✝️ Jesus knows your struggles and your heart   You are not alone.   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us of the beauty of prayer, Holy Mass, and uniting our intentions with Christ.   Sometimes hearing someone say: ❤️ “I prayed for you today” can change everything.   But even greater than that:   Jesus Himself is praying for you.   Today, bring your intentions to Him and remember: you are deeply loved and never forgotten.   Come Holy Spirit.   #RiseUp #Catholic #Prayer #Faith #Jesus #Hope #HolySpirit

Who do you go to when life gets hard?   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the importance of encouragement and courage.   Jesus says in today's Gospel:   “In the world you will have trouble, but take courage.”   Life is difficult sometimes: ➡️ struggles ➡️ burdens ➡️ suffering ➡️ uncertainty   We all need people who remind us: ❤️ “You can do this.” ❤️ “I believe in you.” ❤️ “You are not alone.”   Today, reflect on: ➡️ Who encourages you? ➡️ Where do you go when you need courage? ➡️ Who in your life needs encouragement right now?   If you know someone who is struggling, call them today.   Be the encourager. Give courage. Build others up.   Come Holy Spirit.   #RiseUp #Catholic #Faith #Encouragement #Hope #Prayer #HolySpirit

This Next Gen Sunday sermon used Ezekiel 37's Valley of Dry Bones to teach that no person or generation is too far gone for God to restore. The speakers connected modern struggles like anxiety, brokenness, and searching for fulfillment apart from God with Israel's spiritual condition, emphasizing that true life comes through God's Word, obedience, and the Holy Spirit. Through stories like Lazarus and David, they challenged the church to see purpose and destiny in the next generation instead of failure, declaring that God still sees “an exceedingly great army” rising up for His Kingdom.

Where have you encountered the presence of God?   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites us to reflect on the places, people, and moments where God became deeply real to us.   The presence of Jesus matters.   From Bethlehem… to the Cross… to the empty tomb… to the Eucharist… God continually makes Himself present to us.   Today, take time to reflect:   ➡️ Where have I encountered God's presence? ➡️ Who helped lead me there? ➡️ What did that experience feel like?   Maybe it was: ✝️ at Mass

As a Jesus Follower, Do You Forgive Others Before They Forgive You, Just as Jesus Did for You on the Cross? MESSAGE SUMMARY: We modern-day Christians are bad about living in our bitterness towards others whom we believe have “wronged us”. However, in Luke 23:33-34, Jesus set the example and His expectations for the “forgiveness of others” when He sacrificed Himself on cross for us: “And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. And Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.' And they cast lots to divide his garments.". We are great at putting on our Christian face for the public. On the other hand, we have someone in our lives, when even their name is mentioned, we become hateful and bitter towards this person in our actions and words. Jesus modeled what we are to do from the cross -- we are to forgive the person that elicits this kind of bitter response in our lives. We need to release this person and then get on with our lives. As Jesus said: “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.”.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, help me to grab hold of you today. I need you. Set me free to begin reorienting my life around you, and you alone. Help me to pay attention to and honor how you have uniquely made me. Thank you for the gift of rest. In Jesus' name, amen.       Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 122). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be ashamed of the Gospel. I will not be ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes (including me). From Romans 1:16 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 6:9-13; Ephesians 5:1-2; Psalms 13:1-6. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Come Holy Spirit” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Are the Ten Commandments, God's Law which He Gave to Us, Becoming Irrelevant for America? MESSAGE SUMMARY: Today, are we saying that the Ten Commandments are irrelevant for America? Are the Ten Commandments becoming illegal in America? If so, why? As a nation, we no longer teach or practice the Ten Commandments. We have made it illegal to post the Ten Commandments, which are God's Law to us, on most walls of our courts and government schools. From a spiritual perspective, how can God, the Creator of the Universe, bless a nation which mocks and/or ignores Him? Paul, in Galatians 6:6-7, cautions both us and our governments regarding the mocking of God: “Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches. Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.”. From a practical perspective, how can a society and a government function when their foundation has been removed? Our form of government was founded on the ethical base of the Ten Commandments. The Ten Commandments were in the thoughts and cultural norms of the people that created our country.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, everything in me resists following you into the garden of Gethsemane to fall on my face to the ground before you. Grant me the courage to follow you all the way to the cross, whatever that might mean for my life. And then, by your grace, lead me to resurrection life and power. In Jesus' name, amen.   Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 100). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Lust. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Perfect Provision. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Romans 1:10-12; James 5:13-18; Exodus 3:1-15; Psalms 136a:1-13. WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Come Holy Spirit ” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Jesus Followers Run & Win Life's Races by Submitting Their Preferences to God Before Making Life-Defining Choices MESSAGE SUMMARY: You need to submit your life preferences to God. By submitting your life preferences to the Lord, He can help you to understand the life path to which your preferences will lead. Paul, in 1 Corinthians 9:24, tells us that our Life Preferences need an overarching focus: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.". Life preferences are not, necessarily, sins; but they can close doors in your life. In Matthew 10:37-39, Jesus provides a context from which we can assess life preference choices: “Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.".     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, fill me with the simple trust that even out of the most awful evil around me, you are able to bring great good — for me, for others, and for your great glory. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 91). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I can do what He asks of me. (Philippians 4:13). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 10:37-39; 1 Corinthians 9:12-27; James 3:13-18; Psalms 135:12-21. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Come Holy Spirit”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Despair. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Joy. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Come Holy Spirit”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Jesus Gave His Followers the Holy Spirit to Walk with Them in Their Personal Relationship with God MESSAGE SUMMARY: Isaiah tells us about Jesus Followers' communications with the Holy Spirit in Isaiah 30:21: "And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,' when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.". We know, from the New Testament, that Jesus Followers are given the Holy Spirit to walk with them -- "a voice behind you". Since the Holy Spirit takes up residence in you, the way the Lord speaks to you is through the inward witness of the Holy Spirit -- the Spirit will speak, and you will know that it is the Lord. In John 14:26, Jesus reminds us about His promise, to His followers, of the “Helper” (Holy Spirit): “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.”. Additionally, in John 16-7, Jesus tells us that not only will the Holy Spirit be your “Helper”, the Holy Spirit will be your “Comforter”: “Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, I now take a deep breath and stop. So often I miss your hand and gifts in my life because I am preoccupied and anxious. Grant me the power to pause each day and each week to simply rest in your arms of love. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 132). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Fear. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Faithfulness. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ezekiel 22:30-31; Isaiah 30:21; John 14:23-27; John 16:7-13; Psalms 134:1-3. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Come Holy Spirit”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

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Pastor Chad taught that Jesus carried the Holy Spirit “without measure,” living in constant connection to God's limitless power and wisdom, and that believers are invited into that same Spirit-led life. Centering on John the Baptist's words, “He must increase, but I must decrease,” Pastor Chad explained that true joy and abundance are not found through self-promotion or success, but through closeness to Jesus and obedience to His voice. Using examples from the Gospel of John, he showed how simple acts of faith and obedience open the door to supernatural provision, healing, guidance, and overflowing life through the Holy Spirit.