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As I experience God's grace, comfort, peace, joy, and faithfulness through difficult seasons, I am equipped and called to help others do the same. A chapter-a-day podcast from 2 Corinthians 1. The text version may always be found and shared at tomvanderwell.com.

David continues his sermon series called Because He Lives. Sermon titled Called, Completed, Commissioned, Comforted. He is in Matthew 28:16-20. Come back next week to hear the next sermon in this series.  Don't forget to follow First Baptist Church of Olton here on PodBean to get the latest sermons from Brother David Make sure and go subscribe to our YouTube Channel also. We stream live every Sunday at 11 am.  We invite you to come and worship with us even in your PJ's!

Sermon Audio from May 4, 2025 (Third Sunday of Easter - Confirmation Sunday) on John 21:1-19

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Today, we gathered to celebrate the transforming power of God, especially as we witnessed many in our church family taking the step of baptism—a visible sign of moving from spiritual death to life. Life often delivers unexpected blows, and sometimes we find ourselves in seasons of darkness, confusion, or pain. The story of Captain Scotty Smiley, who lost his sight and faced deep spiritual and emotional darkness, reminds us that even in our most broken places, God meets us. Scotty's journey shows that we have a choice: to remain in bitterness or to invite Jesus into our pain, allowing Him to forge something new and redemptive from our suffering.We are all pressed and crushed by life's circumstances at times, much like an orange in a press. The Apostle Paul, writing to the church in Corinth, knew this firsthand. He experienced overwhelming pressure, persecution, and even despair. Yet, he teaches us that God is the source of all comfort, and that comfort is not just for us—it's meant to be shared with others. Paul's honesty about his struggles, his anxiety, and his moments of weakness is a powerful reminder that even the strongest among us are human and in need of God's strength.Paul's example also challenges us to praise God in the midst of our pressure. Praise is not a casual act; it is spiritual warfare, a declaration of trust in God's character even when circumstances are hard. Sometimes, the hardest thing to do is to surrender control, to admit that things are beyond our ability, and to trust God to work in and through our trials. We are also reminded not to let tomorrow's worries rob us of being present with the people God has placed in our lives today. Our pain and comfort are not wasted; God desires to use them to encourage and comfort others.No matter how long the night feels, morning is coming. God's comfort is real, and He often brings it through the presence and encouragement of others. As we receive His comfort, we are called to pour it out into the lives of those around us, becoming vessels of hope and healing in a hurting world.Chapters[00:00] - Welcome[01:00] - Celebrating Baptisms and New Life[02:13] - Scotty Smiley's Story: From Darkness to Hope[05:45] - Meeting God in Brokenness[08:06] - Life After the Fire: New Vision and Purpose[10:14] - The Orange Press: Pressed but Not Destroyed[12:14] - Paul's Letter to Corinth: Comfort in Crushing Times[17:06] - Corinth's Importance and Paul's Investment[19:28] - Hard Conversations and Church Conflict[25:16] - The Power of Praise in Pressure[31:53] - Paul's Crushing Trials in Asia[35:47] - Surrendering Control and Admitting Need[38:08] - Missed God-Moments: The Cost of Worry[43:12] - Being Present with People Today[48:02] - Paul's Humanity and Our Weakness[52:48] - Waiting for Morning: Hope in the Dark[55:39] - Comfort Shared: Pouring Into Others[57:18] - Invitation to Faith and Prayer[59:22] - Closing Prayer and Blessing

Since our Creator and Redeemer's love for us is deeper than our suffering, we are comforted.How does God comfort us?1. Our Creator comforts others by giving us hope in our suffering. (v.73-74)2. Our Redeemer shows us the source of comfort: His love. (v.75-77)3. Our covenant LORD comforts us when we: a) meditate on the Word, b) fellowship with believers, c) pray to respond well to suffering. (v.78-80)How can we receive comfort?When has God blessed us by seeing another suffer?/reverse? 2Cor.1:3-9How many other places have we tried to go for comfort? Psalm 23:5What are the simple things we need for comfort? Romans 15:3-5

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Comforted Children Chosen by God | 1 Peter 1:2 by The Journey Southern Illinois

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Rooted in Christ, Rich in Faith In these powerful verses, the apostle Paul writes with a pastor's heart—longing to see believers comforted, united, and steadfast in their walk with Christ. He points us to the glorious truth that all wisdom and knowledge are found in Jesus. The treasures the world chases—understanding, direction, identity, peace—are not found in philosophies or persuasive words, but in a Person: Christ Himself.

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Through every high and low, God is our constant source of comfort, never leaving us to face life alone. Whether we're walking through struggles or celebrating victories, His presence remains steady, bringing peace beyond our understanding. And as we experience His comfort, we can't help but share it with those around us.

Through every high and low, God is our constant source of comfort, never leaving us to face life alone. Whether we're walking through struggles or celebrating victories, His presence remains steady, bringing peace beyond our understanding. And as we experience His comfort, we can't help but share it with those around us.

Comforted by Love and God's WordIn moments of loss, uncertainty, or weariness, we seek refuge in love and the unwavering promises of God. This episode is a gentle reminder that divine love surrounds you, bringing peace that surpasses all understanding. We'll explore scriptures, affirmations, and reflections that offer reassurance, strength, and comfort. No matter where you are in your journey, you are not alone—grace holds you, love uplifts you, and God's word restores your soul. Tune in for a soothing, spirit-filled conversation that wraps you in the warmth of divine embrace.Share, like, and follow this Vivalife SPF ME podcast on Spotify/amazon/google platformsVivaLife SPF ME • A podcast on Spotify for PodcastersSubscribe to our YouTube: https://youtube.com/@vivalifehealthhub8261?si=zLFMLAZ126ss6qyOClick the link below to join our mailing list, events, and experienceshttps://vivalifespfme.com/dr-kelly-o-md-linktreeBook Dr. Kelly O. MD: https://vivalifespfme.com/speakerBuy your journal: https://vivalifespfme.myshopify.com/products/vivalife-spf-me-journal

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As we journey through the season after Epiphany, Charlette and David guide us through this week's Gospel reading from Luke 5:1-11. With reflections on the unknowability of God, they invite listeners to consider how this passage speaks to us in this sacred season of comfort with a passage about the assurance that God is always moving, even when we feel overwhelmed.Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. Click here to learn more about EDSD's great work in our region and how you can support this ministry.Remember to get in contact with us!Email: faithtogo@edsd.orgInstagram: @faithtogo

2 Corinthians 7:4-16

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Message from Aaron Ingle on January 12, 2025

Send us a textMany Christians make a New Year's resolution to have more faith, but what does that look like? What does that even mean? True faith will have fruits and good works that naturally come out of it because we are being sanctified by the Holy Spirit while we cooperate and contribute to our growth. Jesus and all of the other biblical writers all tell us that true faith is not sedentary; it is a faith that is in action. Real faith will lead us to doing – real faith moves us to action. Join us as we being a series of what that faith in action looks like!Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to check out everything Proverbs 9:10 on our website, www.proverbs910ministries.com! You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Rumble, YouTube, Twitter, Truth Social, and Gettr!

What do we make of the statement, “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” Does this mean that Christ is a sinner? If that is the case then we are in a horrible predicament. What does Paul mean? Paul is describing the heart of the Gospel and the ministry of reconciliation. He explains that the purpose of Christ's life, death, and resurrection is to reconcile sinners to God. There is a double transaction that must occur. Our sins get credited to Christ. He is so holy that our sin does not contaminate him. He does not know sin in the sense that he is a sinner. Jesus in his perfection is treated as the sinner. The other side of this is that Christ's perfect work is given to us. We are credited as faithful sons. Jesus was treated and received what we deserve. He was treated as a sinner who never sinned. This was done so that we can receive the righteousness of God. But notice, this isn't just about our individual salvation. In the context of 2 Corinthians 5, Paul is calling the Corinthians to live out this reconciliation. If Christ has reconciled us to God, how can we not live as agents of reconciliation in the world? To know that Jesus became sin for us is to know a love so radical that it reorients everything about how we relate to God, to ourselves, and to others. This transaction shows us the depth of sin. It shows what it takes for sin to be eradicated and removed from us. It shows us what needs to be done in order for us to come into the Lord's presence. The beauty of this verse is that it does not just show the hope of the gospel, but it assures us that the gospel is not theoretical, but actual as we are joined to Christ we receive his distinct blessings. We are called to live out the life-giving union that is ours in Christ Jesus.

Paul opens the chapter by reminding believers of their freedom in Christ: “For freedom, Christ has set us free; stand firm, therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery” (v. 1). The gospel frees us from striving in the flesh that misses Christ, and the gospel as we conform in our power. It also shines a light so we see where we sinfully indulge selfishness and self-reliance to find joy on our terms. We must focus on Christ as we walk in His Spirit. Paul contrasts two ways of living: life according to the flesh and life in the Spirit. The flesh, in Paul's terms, is not just the body but our old, self-centered nature—our default way of living apart from God. It's a life marked by striving, selfishness, and broken relationships. Paul lists the works of the flesh (v. 19-21), which include sins of self-gratification (like sexual immorality and drunkenness) and sins of self-righteousness (like envy, dissensions, and jealousy). Living in the flesh is our attempt to build our identity apart from Christ's power and Lordship. We can do this through moral performance or selfish indulgence. The flesh is fundamentally self-focused, driven by a desire to control our own lives and find meaning apart from the gospel and from submitting to Christ. Life in the Spirit, by contrast, is marked by freedom, transformation, and love. Paul describes the fruit of the Spirit (v. 22-23): love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. When we lose sight of the to do list and focus on living for Christ we produce fruit just as the fruit grows naturally when connected to the vine, so the Spirit produces Christlike character in us when we abide in Him (John 15:5). Life in the flesh is about striving, either through self-indulgence or self-righteousness, but life in the Spirit is about surrender—trusting the Spirit to work in and through us. The Spirit doesn't just give us new behaviors; He gives us a new heart. Paul's command to “walk by the Spirit” (v. 16) is not about trying harder but about living in daily dependence on the Spirit. In the same way, life in the Spirit is about continually turning to God's grace for every need, moment by moment. The Spirit frees us from self-centeredness so that we can love sacrificially, reflecting the love we've received from Christ. Galatians 5 teaches us that life in the Spirit is not about trying harder to be good but about being transformed by grace. The flesh leads to striving and self-destruction, but the Spirit leads to freedom, fruitfulness, and love. When we give up our control, submit to Christ, and walk in the Spirit we find the power to live out the Shalom, the peace, and the joy that God has created us to enjoy as we commune with him.

Well tonight Walter is telling us about getting a visit from his deceased relatives. He found it rather comforting and relieving. I think we got a bit off topic, imagine. remember to find us on social media like X, Facebook, Instagram

Well tonight Walter is telling us about getting a visit from his deceased relatives. He found it rather comforting and relieving. I think we got a bit off topic, imagine. remember to find us on social media like X, Facebook, Instagram

Episode 9: “Refusing to Be Comforted”Featuring the audiobook “The Dreamer, the Schemer, & the Robe,” by Jenny L. CoteOldest son Reuben cooks up a lie to tell his father Jacob about how they lost Joseph, thinking it would be more merciful than the truth. Meanwhile, a piece of artwork in the studio comes crashing to the floor, bringing out some Reuben-like tendencies in our hosts! 0:44 – Crash! Uh-oh – what was that?!? Would the truth come out?4:50 - Chapter 8: “Refusing to Be Comforted”23:09 – As if to make a point – Announcer Lad takes us straight to Jenny's Corner25:13- Time to get to the bottom of things – how did the crash really take place??26:45 – Max points out a detail that seems to incriminate Announcer Lad… sort of.And as always – we'd love to hear from you! Email Jenny: Jenny@epicorderoftheseven.comBy the way - the audiobook, “The Dreamer, the Schemer,& the Robe: written by Jenny L. Cote, and narrated by Denny Brownlee, is available on Audible.com. Click here to order:adbl.co/3BPQ1Zy

Paul addresses a fractured church, divided into factions based on allegiance to specific leaders—Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or even Christ in a tribalistic sense. These divisions reveal the human tendency to seek identity and superiority in secondary things, even in the church. Paul responds by re-centering their focus on Christ alone, emphasizing that their unity and salvation are rooted not in the messengers, but in the message of the cross. Human hearts naturally turn good things, like church leaders or even the gospel, into ultimate things that ironically look away from Christ. We are those who create idols that divide rather than finding significance in Christ. But Paul dismantles these divisions by reminding the Corinthians of the gospel's leveling power: none of them were baptized into Paul or Apollos—they were baptized into Christ. The cross is not just the means of salvation; it's the ultimate unifier, declaring that all believers are equally in need of grace. The key takeaway is that the gospel creates a new identity transcending tribalism. In Christ, there's no room for boasting in human leaders or factions because everything we have is a gift. This passage challenges us to examine where we are tempted to find our worth outside of Jesus and invites us to center our hearts and community on the One who unites us all.

Carmen LaBerge reflects the shooting death of Brian Thompson of United Healthcare, what his family is going through, and remembering when her dad died when she was a teen and thinks of ways we can comfort others from the times we were comforted by God.  Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce talks about how we can truly reflect the joy of Jesus' first coming and graciously extended our joy and happiness ot others. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

In Acts 17:22–31, Paul addresses the philosophers in Athens, presenting the gospel, and calling them to see that they do not market god. It is God who continues to uphold this creation whether we affirm it or not. Paul begins by acknowledging the Athenians' religiosity, even pointing to their altar “to an unknown god.” He uses their cultural and spiritual hunger as a starting point to reveal the true God — not a distant deity but the Creator who is near, sustaining all life. Paul calls them to account for the fact that they do not discover and promote the gods but that there is one God who sustains all things.Paul then calls them to repentance, announcing that this God has revealed himself in Christ. Jesus' resurrection is proof that God will judge the world through him.The resurrection isn't just evidence of God's power; it's the assurance of his love and the hope of renewal for all creation.

In Galatians 4:1-7, Paul explains that believers in Christ are no longer like slaves with no real exercise of the inheritance. It is in Christ that we are children of God through faith. We are no longer under the tutor who would teach us to be adults and function at some point as an adult.With Christ's coming, however, believers are redeemed from this bondage. Through Jesus' sacrifice, we are not only set free as adults walking in the Spirit but also adopted into God's family. This adoption allows them to call God “Abba, Father,” a deeply personal and intimate term that conveys closeness. God is not a Roman Father who is harsh and unpredictable. Rather, he is a Father who shepherds his children desiring to see them grow in him.The use of “Abba, Father” reflects a significant shift from a relationship based on law and obligation to one based on grace and family. It changes our motivation: we obey not out of fear but love and gratitude. With the Spirit within us, we can confidently approach God, not to earn favor but because we are already fully embraced as His children. This adoption and inheritance change everything, grounding our identity and security in God's love rather than our performance.

2024 Annual Meeting. Elder Ben Cordes points us towards the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our tribulation. One primary way that the Lod comforts us is through our brethren, through fellowship of the saints, like Paul was comforted and refreshed by the coming of Titus. We need to be prepared to […]

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Today's episode is a continuation of my conversation with Pat Elsberry. Last week Pat introduced us to her daughter Melanie, and talked about the day she received a phone call from a police detective informing her that Melanie had been found dead in a hotel room from an accidental drug overdose.  Today we discuss the brokenness she experienced in the days that followed and how she has found hope, even amid heartbreak, and we jump right in where we left off last week.  Pat Elsberry is the author of the book “Beautifully Broken – Finding Hope During Loss”.  She is also a blogger and a regular contributor for an organization called “Wisdom Hunters”.  She has a new book coming out this month called “Comforted by God,” which is a 100-day devotional for those who are grieving.Click HERE to visit Pat's website where you can read her blog, get a copy of her book, and be notified when her new devotional comes out!Click HERE for more information about the Our Hearts Are Home conference coming up October 10-11, 2024, in Indianapolis.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here to send me a message!** IMPORTANT** - All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs of the While We're Waiting ministry. We'd love for you to connect with us here at While We're Waiting! Click HERE to visit our website and learn about our free While We're Waiting Weekends for bereaved parentsClick HERE to learn more about our network of While We're Waiting support groups all across the country. Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channelClick HERE to follow our public Facebook pageClick HERE to follow us on Instagram Click HERE to follow us on Twitter Click HERE to make a tax-deductible donation to the While We're Waiting ministryContact Jill by email at: jill@whilewerewaiting.org

I'm so pleased to introduce you to my new friend Pat Elsberry.  Her beautiful daughter Melanie died from an accidental drug overdose in February of 2020, after years of battling substance use disorder.  In today's episode, Pat shares the struggles she and Melanie walked through together, and about the day she received a phone call from a police detective informing her that her worst nightmare had come true.  Be sure to come back next week as we discuss the brokenness she experienced after Melanie's homegoing and how she has found hope, even in the midst of heartbreak.Pat is a blogger and author of the book “Beautifully Broken – Finding Hope During Loss”, and she also writes for an organization called “Wisdom Hunters”.  She has a new book coming out this month called “Comforted by God,” which is a 100-day devotional for those who are grieving. Click HERE to visit Pat's website where you can read her blog, get a copy of her book, and be notified when her new devotional comes out! Click HERE for more information about the Our Hearts Are Home conference coming up October 10-11, 2024, in Indianapolis.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here to send me a message!** IMPORTANT** - All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs of the While We're Waiting ministry. We'd love for you to connect with us here at While We're Waiting! Click HERE to visit our website and learn about our free While We're Waiting Weekends for bereaved parentsClick HERE to learn more about our network of While We're Waiting support groups all across the country. Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channelClick HERE to follow our public Facebook pageClick HERE to follow us on Instagram Click HERE to follow us on Twitter Click HERE to make a tax-deductible donation to the While We're Waiting ministryContact Jill by email at: jill@whilewerewaiting.org