Podcasts about Commandment

Do you know the context of the Great Commission? Join Juan Alban as he links together the great COMMANDMENT to the great COMMISSION!

The seventh commandment isn't speaking against something; rather, it is speaking FOR something. Sex was God's invention, and he has clear boundaries that he calls us to live by for our good and his glory. Exodus 20:14

God is merciful, even if the world does not see it. Luther highlights the explanation as a reminder that the consequences of following other gods are eternal. Although it may seem that the world is prospering without faith in the Triune God, God is working good for His people according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). We are to expect only what God promises to give and know that as the tomb is empty and Christ reigns on high, our hearts can trust in Him and Him alone. Rev. Samuel Bobby, professor at Luther Academy, Riga, Latvia, joins the Rev. Brady Finnern to conclude our study of the 1st commandment. To learn more about Luther Academy, visit www.lut.edu.lv. Find your copy of the Book of Concord - Concordia Reader's Edition at cph.org or read online at bookofconcord.org. Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org. 

This sermon, titled “Honor Thy Father” by Dr. Bobby Allen, explores the biblical commandment to honor one's father, emphasizing its dual application to both God as the Heavenly Father and earthly fathers. The sermon highlights reasons to honor God, such as His roles as Creator, Provider, Protector, and Redeemer. It then outlines ways to honor earthly fathers, including obedience in youth, respect in adulthood, gratitude, and carrying on their legacy. The text also addresses the difficult scenario of absent or abusive fathers, stressing the healing power of forgiveness and the unfailing nature of God's fatherhood. Finally, it concludes by describing the blessings that come from living a life of honor and offers calls to action for both children and fathers.

6-29-25 PM "A Commandment concerning Truth"Scripture Reading: Proverbs 19:1-9, Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 43,I. The Basis for Truth A. Based on God's Character B. Based on God's WordII. The Occasion for Truth A. My Speech to My Neighbor B. My Speech about My NeighborIII. The Importance of Truth A. Seen in the Power of the Tongue B. Seen in the Punishment of the LiarRev. Greg Lubbers

A god is whatever we depend on for all good and seek for refuge in distress. One can believe that such good comes from the Triune God, or one could seek it elsewhere. What is your god? Luther warns of mammon, people, skill, power, friendship, and pride. Each of these can easily become a god. However, we know from Scripture that all that is good is from God (Mark 10:18). He is the One who gives us food, drink, nourishment, health, protection, peace, and everything else we need to support this body and life. The objects themselves are not God, but flow from the generosity of the One who gives us all things in Christ (Colossians 1:15-20).  Rev. Samuel Bobby, professor at Luther Academy, Riga, Latvia, joins the Rev. Brady Finnern to study the 1st commandment. To learn more about Luther Academy, visit lut.edu.lv. Find your copy of the Book of Concord - Concordia Reader's Edition at cph.org or read online at bookofconcord.org. Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org. 

A god is whatever we depend on for all good and seek for refuge in distress. One can believe that such good comes from the Triune God, or one could seek it elsewhere. What is your god? Luther warns of mammon, people, skill, power, friendship, and pride. Each of these can easily become a god. However, we know from Scripture that all that is good is from God (Mark 10:18). He is the One who gives us food, drink, nourishment, health, protection, peace, and everything else we need to support this body and life. The objects themselves are not God, but flow from the generosity of the One who gives us all things in Christ (Colossians 1:15-20). Rev. Samuel Bobby, professor at Luther Academy, Riga, Latvia, joins the Rev. Brady Finnern to study the 1st commandment. To learn more about Luther Academy, visit lut.edu.lv. Find your copy of the Book of Concord - Concordia Reader's Edition at cph.org or read online at bookofconcord.org. Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org. 

You might think the fourth commandment “honor your father and mother” is just for kids… but actually it applies to you too. 

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In this episode of Chatechesis, Father Martin moves on to the nineth and tenth commandments. L'articolo Chatechesis – Fr Martin Shanahan –  the nineth Commandment and the tenth Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

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Commandment #6: You shall not murderExodus 20:13, Genesis 9:6Rev. Dr. Mike Honeycutt9am Service

6-22-25 PM "A Commandment concerning Personal Property"Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:17-32Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 42I. The Theological Basis for the Command A. Sovereign Ownership of Property B. Providential Distribution of PropertyII. The Forbidden Sins in the Command A. Forbidden Sins of Action B. Forbidden Sins of AttitudesIII. The Required Duties in the Command A. Labor Faithfully B. Interact Charitably C. Relieve GraciouslyRev Greg Lubbers

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In this episode of Chatechesis, Father Martin summarises the seventh commandment and moves on to the eight commandment. ‘Lying is the work of the devil'. L'articolo Chatechesis – Fr Martin Shanahan –  Summary of the Seventh Commandment and the eight Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

1 John 2:7-11

In this weekend's edition of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett continues our study through the Sermon on the Mount with a message titled “A Deeper Understanding of the 7th Commandment.” While many view the commandment against adultery in strictly physical terms, Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5 reveals a far more convicting and heart-searching standard … Continue reading "A Deeper Understanding of the 7th Commandment"

Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! ........................................................................... GUEST: Mia Perez Mia is a transformational speaker and resilience consultant who captivates audiences with her powerful storytelling, heart-centred approach, and deep insights into overcoming life's toughest challenges. As an author and master storyteller, she's become a sought-after speaker for events and podcasts, sharing her journey of healing, empowerment, and feminine embodiment. Mia's transformative approach has helped countless women experience breakthroughs in emotional resilience, mindset shifts, and self-love. Her ability to help women move past limiting beliefs, reclaim their royal identity, and embrace a life of elegance and abundance has been life-changing for many. Notes from the show: Why do you feel you can't speak up? When did this begin? Mia's notes regarding rest: Rest is worshipping God - Psalms 46:10, the 4th Commandment, to remember the Sabbath Rest is a sign of trust Rest is Rhythmic Rest is for remembrance - Rest is biblical. Deut 5:16 5 quick ways to rest Unplug from social media Go for a walk, enjoy God's creation Get sleep Spend time with God, be intentional Unload everything at the feet of Jesus daily Connect with Mia Instagram Websites: Miaperezspeaks.com Myqueenwithin.com Mia's Book: Lead With V.I.V.A Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com Next steps:  1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here.  Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan

Think you're not a thief? Most Christians are stealing every day without realizing it.Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate explore the 8th Commandment and reveal how God wants to develop you into someone He can trust. You'll discover modern forms of theft and learn why integrity in small things leads to God's blessing in big things.Key Points:The 8th Commandment is about trustworthiness, not just avoiding crimeModern theft includes time stealing, digital piracy, and robbing GodIntegrity in little decisions qualifies you for greater purposesScripture: Exodus 20:15, Malachi 3:8-10Links: www.undergodpodcast.com

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Father Larry and Msgr. Pope join Bill to dive into the 1st Commandment

Commandment #3 of ABR, retain your customers attention, so that you can RETAIN their business. - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers! Go to www.americasbestrestaurants.com for help

Clark County Republican Party Chairman Matthew Bumula shares his reflections on Ronald Reagan's 11th Commandment, addressing the importance of unity, accountability, and context in internal party disagreements. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-thou-shalt-not-speak-ill-of-any-fellow-republican/ #MatthewBumula #ClarkCountyRepublicans #OpinionColumn #Reagan11thCommandment #WAGOP #VancouverWA #GOPunity #ConservativeVoices #PoliticalEthics #ClarkCountyPolitics

Today on BOLD STEPS with Pastor Mark Jobe … we’re discovering the meaning behind the ninth Commandment. As we move forward in our series on Rock Solid Living, we’re going to be looking at the ninth Commandment and the reasons why God includes it, and why Jesus affirms it in passages of the New Covenant. The title of this sermon is Thou Shall Not Lie … but it goes even deeper than that—it’s about bearing false witness against your neighbor. Bold Step Gift: Lies Boys Believe: And The Epic Quest For TruthBecome a Bold Partner: https://give.moodyradio.org/bsj?appeal=podcast&utm_source=bs_podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_term=radioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 3, 2025 Today's Reading: Revelation 22:1-6 (7-11) 12-20Daily Lectionary: Numbers 16:1-22; Luke 19:11-28“No longer will there be anything accursed, but the throne of God and of the Lamb will be in it, and his servants will worship him.” (Revelation 22:3)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. When you think about heaven, what are the things you look forward to the most? Is it having your resurrected body? Maybe it's being reunited with your believing family and friends for all eternity. I, for one, am looking forward to that feast of rich food that God promises to Isaiah (Isaiah 25:6)!  Or maybe you look forward to not having the things that will be missing. When St. John was given his vision of heaven, he saw that there was nothing “accursed” there. There won't be anybody in heaven who hates you. You won't have all those terrible thoughts or do or say wicked things because your sinful nature will be gone, along with all other temptations. There won't be any sickness or disease or danger. No sin of any kind!These are certainly all wonderful things to look forward to. But St. John reminds us today that there's one thing (or one Person, rather) in heaven that should be our main hope. “The throne of God and of the Lamb” will be there. God the Father will be there. The Holy Spirit will be there. And Jesus will be there. God isn't some kind of door prize that comes along with heaven; He is what it's all about.Besides, what could be better than basking forever in the presence of the God who made you and loved you so much that He took on your flesh, suffered and died for you, and then came to you in the Word and Sacrament to grant you saving faith? Remember the 1st Commandment? “You shall have no other gods.” Hidden in this commandment is a wonderful promise. When you have the Triune God as your Lord, you have everything you could ever need and more! You don't need any other gods. There is nothing better than being in the gracious presence of God.Thankfully, we don't have to wait until heaven to enjoy the blessings of God's presence! Even now, God comes to us through His Means Of Grace, the Word and Sacraments to bless us. He comes to us to give us everything that we need to join Him in heaven. That would include especially the forgiveness of sins won by Jesus. But God also comes to us to give us the fruits of the Spirit, like patience, strength, repentance, and every Gift that we might need as we wait for the day that God gathers us to heaven.There truly is nothing better than being in God's presence—now and forever!In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.O Christ, do Thou my soul prepare for that bright home of love. That I may see Thee and adore with all Thy saints above. (LSB 673:6 )- Rev. Aric Fenske, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Church in Bear Creek, WI.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.Andrew R. Jones identifies ten lies Satan uses in attempts to dismantle God's people and His kingdom. Find encouragement in God's Word of Truth and remember the final victory we have in our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Commandment #2 of ABR, Build A Database so that you can BUILD a relationship with your customers. - Do you need some help driving sales to your restaurant?   I'm the CEO of America's Best Restaurants. We help restaurant owners get the attention they deserve and find more frequent customers! Go to www.americasbestrestaurants.com for help

“You shall love your neighbor as yourself,” Jesus said (Matthew 22:39). Okay… but how??? Who is my neighbor? What if they are really annoying? In today's episode, we're considering how to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our daily lives and in our neighborhoods. We propose tactical, tangible ways to turn “love” into action, share unsolicited opinions about service leaflets, reflect on how our lives should change when we know Jesus, and get on our soapbox about why you should have friends with whom you disagree. Follow us on Instagram: @average.episcopalian Sign up for our monthly Substack newsletter! averageepiscopalian.substack.com More questions? Send us an email: average.episcopalian@gmail.com

In today's broadcast of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett continues our study through the Sermon on the Mount by examining Christ's words concerning the commandment, “Thou shalt not kill.” While many in Jesus' day limited this command to literal murder, Jesus revealed its deeper meaning—warning against unrighteous anger, insults, and heart-level contempt. We consider … Continue reading "A Deeper Understanding of the 6th Commandment"

Although by definition, a Mitzvah-commandment leaves little room for choice and free will, this one commandment only, Tzedaka-charity. is allowed to be performed conditionally, i.e., for ulterior motives. Why is this so and the unique cosmic power of this particular commandment will be the subject of this podcast.

Although by definition. a Mitzvah-commandment leaves little room for choice and free will, this one commandment only, Tzedaka-charity. is allowed to be performed conditionally, i.e., for ulterior motives. Why is this so and the unique cosmic power of this particular commandment will be the subject of this podcast.

Message preached by Pastor Daren Downs on Sunday, June 1, 2025 AM.

Message preached by Pastor Daren Downs on Sunday, June 1, 2025 PM.

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Mother Miriam Live - May 27, 2025 I came from a Mulsim-convert family. How do I properly enter the Catholic Church? As a former polygamist, can I be reunited to the Church through confession and communion? What advice can I give my son who is uncomfortable being an altar server alongside girls? Is refusing to watch a bad TV show with a parent disobeying the 4th Commandment?

Message preached by Pastor Daren Downs on Sunday, May 25, 2025 PM.

Love forms the foundation of our entire faith journey. In this profound episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, we explore what Jesus called the greatest commandment of all – the command to love God wholeheartedly and to love our neighbors as ourselves.During the final week of Jesus' earthly ministry, a remarkable conversation unfolds between Christ and a sincere scribe. Unlike other religious leaders trying to trap Jesus, this scribe genuinely seeks wisdom. "What commandment is foremost of all?" he asks. Jesus' answer revolutionizes our understanding of what matters most to God.The greatest commandment isn't about religious ritual or following rules. It's about love – loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving our neighbors as ourselves. This radical prioritization of love over religious works challenges both ancient and modern assumptions about what God desires from us.We discover how Christianity fundamentally differs from works-based religious systems. Our faith begins with love, not obligation. We don't obey to appease God; we obey because we already love Him. This subtle but crucial distinction transforms how we approach our spiritual journey.The episode also explores an often-neglected dimension of faith: loving God with our minds. While many Christians embrace emotional connection with God, Jesus explicitly commands intellectual engagement. Christianity has a rich tradition of deep thinkers who have loved God with brilliant minds – a tradition we're invited to continue.Join us for an intellectually stimulating and spiritually enriching exploration of love as the greatest commandment – the profound truth that can transform your understanding of what it means to follow Jesus.Support the showThank you for listening!! Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the Bible Please prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve

Send us a textFrank Lavin served under Presidents Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush in positions as varied as personnel, national security, international trade negotiations, Ambassador to Singapore, among others. In this conversation, we discuss his 8+ years in the Reagan White House from 1981-1989 - which is chronicled in his recent book Inside the Reagan White House. In the Reagan White House, he wore several different hats, was in hundreds of meetings with President Reagan, worked alongside some of the most influential administration officials - culminating in his stint as White House Political Director during the 1988 elections.IN THIS EPISODEFrank grows up in small-town Ohio in a tensely political time...Frank talks the establishment vs. conservative sparring in the GOP of the 1970s...Frank's early campaign activities in the late 70s and working for an IE backing Reagan as a college student in 1980...An important political lesson Frank learned from James Baker in Baker's 1978 race for Texas Attorney General...Memories of how Jim Baker ran the Reagan White House as Chief of Staff...How Reagan borrowed from FDR to become a powerful political communicator...How Reagan led the White House in meetings behind closer doors...Frank's first White House job of letting unsuccessful job applicants down easy...How the White House was a tug-of-war between "true believers" and "pragmatists"...Memories of his time at the Office of Public Liasion and how the President would "freeze" the first 10 minutes of a meeting...The 1984 Democratic challenger the White House was most worried about and how Reagan bounced back from a bad '82 midterm to win an '84 landslide...The difference in "desk truth" and "street truth"...How Reagan staffer Mike Deaver fundamentally changed the way a White House handles presidential travel...Frank's time as a White House national security staffer negotiating with the Soviets and spending time with President Reagan and Margaret Thatcher at Camp David...Frank demystifies his role as White House Political Director during the 1988 elections...The origin of the famous Reagan "11th Commandment" maxim...How Reagan initially won - and successfully held - the voters who came to be known as "Reagan Democrats"...Frank's memories of being around President George H.W. Bush...The low point of Frank's time in the Reagan White House...Quick memories from Frank of prominent figures including Karl Rove, Colin Powell, Richard Nixon, Henry Kissinger, Roger Stone, and Pat Buchanan...AND Al Haig Disease, Lee Atwater, Jimmy Carter, George Christopher, Bill Clinton, creative tension, Peter DelGiorno, Terry Dolan, Tony Dolan, Frank Donatelli, Mike Dukakis, exotic tendencies, the FEC, fireside chats, forced marriages, force multipliers, Gerald Ford, John Glenn, Barry Goldwater, Mikhail Gorbachev, Bob Haldeman, Warren Harding, Kamala Harris, Gary Hart, hatchet men, horizontal management, LBJ, jelly beans, Dick Lyng, Paul Manafort, Eugene McCarthy, George McGovern, Ed Meese, Walter Mondale, Brian Mulroney, Daniel Murphy, Ed Muskie, NCPAC, neutral recapitulations, the New Left, non sequiturs, Oliver North, John Poindexter, the Reykjavik Summit, Stu Spencer, Robert Taft, Donald Trump, Bob Weed, George Wortley...& more!

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the final instructions Jesus left with his disciples and for his followers - to love one another.Send comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com.

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In this episode of the COS Podcast, Tony Bruin explores the often overlooked virtue of happiness within Christian life. Drawing from scriptural teachings and the works of commentators like Dennis Prager and others, Tony dives deep into why joy and happiness are not merely suggested but commanded in the Bible. He discusses joy's role in reflecting trust in God, its significance as a moral obligation, and how it serves as a powerful witness to the world. Join the discussion on the importance of cultivating deep, abiding happiness as a vital aspect of Christian discipleship.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:39 Discussing Happiness and Virtue01:25 Dennis Prager's Influence on Happiness03:36 The Importance of Joy in Christian Life08:45 Joy as a Commandment and Its Biblical Basis14:04 Joy in Adversity and Its Witness to the World21:34 The Power of Joyful Witness22:06 Living Out Hope and Joy22:47 Joy in the Christian Community23:44 The Moral Obligation to Be Joyful23:57 Concluding Thoughts on Joy26:36 Engaging with the Community30:27 The Importance of Joy in Faith31:07 Joining the Tony Bruin Community40:17 Final Remarks and Encouragement

Fired Up #3 John 13:15, 33-35

Patrick breaks down the papal conclave, explaining the centuries-old traditions, the secrecy required, and how cardinals select a new pope. He shares the meaning behind the empty chair of Peter, what the black and white smoke signals during the process, and addresses common myths about Catholic beliefs. Patrick also answers questions on marriage, faith, and offers practical advice for handling conversations about religion. Patrick explain the rules when electing a new Pope, including the dos and don'ts. (02:30) Jessica – If a couple decided to use contraception in marriage should they still get married in Church? (19:44) Annika - Once I found Jesus, I realized that my mom taught me about Jesus and God without being pointed. (27:48) Jackie - I had a dream about my dad. He said he was in Purgatory. What does the Church teach about these kind of dreams? Can the deceased communicate with us? (34:07) Olga - Protestant coworker says that Catholics got rid of 2nd Commandment about graven images. How can I respond? (38:59)