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Commandment doesn't sound like a word you'd find in a Valentine's poem, but Spiritual Fitness Coach Justus explains that loving each other as Christ commanded us to do is a high privilege that brings us to our knees and raises us and the people we love to new spiritual heights!Thank you for walking with us! We would like to send you this special gift......Hope Filled Living in a Culture of Despair: A Study of 1 Peter by Pastor Brian Clark. Learn how to live with steadfast faith while sharing the life of Christ with others!Yours with a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.
Most entrepreneurs pour everything back into their business, but at some point, that strategy quietly becomes a liability. Today, I'm breaking down why pulling capital out of your company is essential, how to know when you're ready to do so, and where to put that money once you extract it. We're halfway through the Financial Mastery series, and today's commandment may be the one that changes your long-term security more than any other. Listen in as I share early data from the 2026 eCommerce Trends Report, real stories from the ECF community, and a practical roadmap for diversifying your wealth beyond your store. If you've been wondering when to take distributions, how much is safe, or what to invest in, this episode will give you the benchmarks and clarity you need. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4ajxJix Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
February 12, 2026Today's Reading: Catechism: Fifth CommandmentDaily Lectionary: Job 8:1-22; John 4:27-45You shall not murder. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body, but help and support him in every physical need.In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.This might sound absurd to say, but the Fifth Commandment is a hard life lesson to learn. Face value, it could be our favorite, though. You shall not kill? I will go out on a limb and say that everyone reading this devotion today can say, “Yes! I have kept this commandment! I haven't killed anyone, mark it down as the only commandment I have kept!” Enter Martin Luther, who is the killjoy of the party. The Lord God says, “You shall not kill.” Luther says in his explanation of this Commandment, “We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body…” (Explanation of the 5th Commandment) How many can check that box? A few less to be sure. And then we realize Jesus has something to say about this. He says, “Everyone who is angry with his brother is liable to judgment… [and] the fires of hell.” (Matthew 5:22)St. John even gets in on the action and says, “Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.” (1 John 3:15)All of a sudden, we are all standing here condemned by the Law in the sight of God, realizing we deserve to be cast into the outer darkness, where Jesus says there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Thanks be to God for the Gospel! Praise God, He has taught us through parents, pastors, and teachers that even this sin lies forgiven in His sight for the sake of Jesus. To the one who hates His brother, who has hurt or harmed his brother, even the one who has taken a life, Jesus took that to the cross and died for it. Understand, it is for this reason that God continues to send His messengers to call us to repentance. Jesus' death is the payment for ALL sin. What the prophet Ezekiel was inspired to write is true! “Repent and turn from all your transgressions, lest iniquity be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions that you have committed, and make yourselves a new heart and a new spirit! Why will you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Lord God; so turn, and live.” (Ezekiel 18:30-32)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Chief of Sinners though I be, Jesus shed His blood for me. Died that I might live on high, Lives that I might never die. As the branch is to the vine, I am His and He is mine. (LSB 611:1)Rev. Timothy Chase, pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Truman, MNAudio Reflections Speaker: Rev. Richard Heinz, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lowell, IN.Better understand difficult and overlooked Old Testament passages in this new book by Authors R. Reed Lessing and Andrew E. Steinmann. Their conversational yet academic writing style makes learning about the Old Testament accessible to those at all points in their Bible reading journey. Discussion questions at the end of each chapter invite you to think more in-depth about what you just read and record your answers. To stretch your understanding, a list of resources for further reading is also included at the back of the book.
In this message, Pastor Olubi Johnson lays out a clear and practical spiritual framework for walking spotless in an age of increasing pressure and compromise. Rather than presenting holiness as a burden, he reveals it as a life-giving pathway sustained by divine life, love, and daily spiritual maintenance. The message centers on the double commandment of life and love—receiving the life of Christ first, and then expressing that life through genuine love for others. Pastor Olubi explains that spotless living is made possible through total honesty before God, continual cleansing by the Blood of Jesus, and the steady flow of divine life into the soul through humility and repentance. A strong emphasis is placed on the role of the will as the gateway of the heart, the urgency of settling spiritual matters quickly, and the discipline of regular heart-checks to prevent unseen accumulations of offense or guilt. Forgiveness is presented not only as obedience, but as a key to spiritual health, healing, and unhindered power. The message concludes with a sober yet hopeful call to preparation—likening the Church to a bride being made ready for Christ's appearing. Through consistent obedience, faith, and heart alignment, believers are invited to grow into maturity, remain blameless, and walk confidently toward the fulfillment of God's eternal purpose.
In this message, Pastor Olubi Johnson lays out a clear and practical spiritual framework for walking spotless in an age of increasing pressure and compromise. Rather than presenting holiness as a burden, he reveals it as a life-giving pathway sustained by divine life, love, and daily spiritual maintenance. The message centers on the double commandment of life and love—receiving the life of Christ first, and then expressing that life through genuine love for others. Pastor Olubi explains that spotless living is made possible through total honesty before God, continual cleansing by the Blood of Jesus, and the steady flow of divine life into the soul through humility and repentance. A strong emphasis is placed on the role of the will as the gateway of the heart, the urgency of settling spiritual matters quickly, and the discipline of regular heart-checks to prevent unseen accumulations of offense or guilt. Forgiveness is presented not only as obedience, but as a key to spiritual health, healing, and unhindered power. The message concludes with a sober yet hopeful call to preparation—likening the Church to a bride being made ready for Christ's appearing. Through consistent obedience, faith, and heart alignment, believers are invited to grow into maturity, remain blameless, and walk confidently toward the fulfillment of God's eternal purpose.
In this message, Pastor Olubi Johnson lays out a clear and practical spiritual framework for walking spotless in an age of increasing pressure and compromise. Rather than presenting holiness as a burden, he reveals it as a life-giving pathway sustained by divine life, love, and daily spiritual maintenance. The message centers on the double commandment of life and love—receiving the life of Christ first, and then expressing that life through genuine love for others. Pastor Olubi explains that spotless living is made possible through total honesty before God, continual cleansing by the Blood of Jesus, and the steady flow of divine life into the soul through humility and repentance. A strong emphasis is placed on the role of the will as the gateway of the heart, the urgency of settling spiritual matters quickly, and the discipline of regular heart-checks to prevent unseen accumulations of offense or guilt. Forgiveness is presented not only as obedience, but as a key to spiritual health, healing, and unhindered power. The message concludes with a sober yet hopeful call to preparation—likening the Church to a bride being made ready for Christ's appearing. Through consistent obedience, faith, and heart alignment, believers are invited to grow into maturity, remain blameless, and walk confidently toward the fulfillment of God's eternal purpose.
LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/373 What are the most important classroom management strategies every teacher must follow? In this episode, Linda and Julie break down the 10 Commandments of Classroom Management—the essential, can't-skip principles that help you create a calm, consistent, and well-managed classroom. From setting clear expectations to following through with consequences, they share the fundamentals to help your class run smoothly. If you're looking to reduce disruptions, build stronger routines, and regain confidence as a teacher, this episode is for you! 00:00 Introduction to Classroom Management Commandments 00:54 Commandment 1 01:53 Commandment 2 03:54 Commandment 3 05:47 Establishing Procedures and Consistency 07:32 Commandment 4 10:13 Commandment 5 11:58 Commandment 6 14:01 Commandment 7 15:40 Balancing Kindness and Firmness 16:22 Commandment 8 18:33 Commandment 9 20:39 Commandment 10 21:32 Addressing Root Causes of Misbehavior Resources/Links Mentioned: 10 Commandments Playlist: https://teach4theheart.com/playlist 10 Commandments Starter Pack: https://teach4theheart.com/10-commandments Classroom Management 101: www.teach4theheart.com/cm101
The Lord reclaims the position of God and His Will over human traditions. The problem of human traditions happens when they are prioritized over the following and fulfillment of the Commandments of God and His Will. What Christianity always does with respect to a culture is to find the good in it, and affirm it and distinguish it from what does not lead to God.
In this message from Pastor Ed and Lisa Young, the Fifth Commandment is brought to life through powerful illustrations and practical truth. Using the image of a Ferrari and five spiritual “gears,” they explore how honoring parents—at every stage of life—leads to longevity, stability, wisdom, and peace. Whether you're navigating family relationships, carrying unresolved pain, or learning how to live honorably, this message offers a clear path toward freedom, healing, and deeper fellowship.
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The 4th Commandment is maybe the most misunderstood commandment. Bill leads us in how our Creator and Designer knew what we needed before we were even made.Downey Adventist Church SermonGod's Words to the Busy and Distracted10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Bill Aumack07 Feb. 2026www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3LTnJTKPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
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Debt can either accelerate your growth or quietly destroy everything you've built. In this episode, I'm joined by longtime friend of the show Bill D'Alessandro to break down Commandment #4 of the Financial Mastery series: borrow wisely. As someone who's been historically debt-averse, I wanted Bill (who is far more comfortable with leverage) to help unpack the realities, risks, and opportunities founders face when navigating debt in eCommerce. Listen in as we walk through the eight most common and dangerous mistakes entrepreneurs make - from misunderstanding merchant cash advances to signing personal guarantees without fully understanding the consequences. We also talk about how to protect yourself, when debt actually is the right move, and why founders often borrow for the wrong reasons. If you've ever considered taking on debt or are currently managing it, this episode will help you approach borrowing with clarity, intention, and respect for the risks involved. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3ZNEHWI Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
This month on Theonomoney, Jeremy continues looking at the Fourth Commandment, the Commandment on the Sabbath. He talks about how the Fourth Commandment relates to work and laziness, land Sabbaths and how they related to the Old Testament Exile, and more. Subscribe on your favorite podcast catcher, tell your friends about Theonomoney, and follow Theonomoney on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Check out great theonomic shirts and hoodies here: bonfire.com/store/theonomoney/ Catechism link: www.reformedreader.org/ccc/keachcat.htm
Truth matters to God. See the importance of Truth as Patrick Dennis shares from the 9th Commandment.Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
Truth matters to God. See the importance of Truth as Patrick Dennis shares from the 9th Commandment.Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationJoin Bronson Hill on the Mailbox Money Show for a replay of this powerful Due Diligence Masterclass webinar, where a battle-tested panel shares hard-earned lessons on spotting red flags, avoiding costly mistakes, and protecting capital in today's high-stakes investing landscape.The Panel:Jason HartmanFounder of Empowered Investor and Hartman Media, host of the long-running Creating Wealth Show podcast (one of the earliest real estate investing podcasts). He's a veteran real estate investor, educator, and author focused on income-producing properties, nationwide investing strategies, and helping people build wealth through controlled, direct real-estate ownership.Denis ShapiroFounder of SIH Capital Group, specializing in multifamily and alternative real estate investments. He is the author of a comprehensive guide on alternative investing (often referred to as the "Almanac of Alternative Investing"). Denis has deep experience raising capital, structuring deals, and navigating both successful syndications and painful lessons from fraudulent schemes.Tom BurnsPhysician-turned-real-estate investor and founder of the Rich Life Mastermind. With decades of experience in multifamily real estate, Tom is known for his practical, conservative approach to investing. He emphasizes transparency, market-rate returns, and thorough vetting; he previously presented "How to Spot the Wolf Before the Wolf Spots You" at Bronson's Wealth Forum events.Whether you're a passive investor tired of black-box deals or an operator building trust, this session delivers actionable green/red flags, real-world fraud stories, and mindset shifts to turn obstacles into resilience. Don't invest blind—equip yourself with the tools to see the wolf before it sees you.TIMESTAMPS1:49 - Episode Overview2:57 - Panelist Introductions: Tom Burns, Denis Shapiro, Jason Hartman5:00 - Tide Goes Out: Exposing Weak Deals6:18 - Two Types of Risk: Fraud vs. Exposed Fundamentals8:18 - Poll: Top Fear in Passive Investing8:30 - Tom Burns: Short Memories, Boring Wins, Control Matters10:45 - Jason Hartman: Tolerance for Failure, Commandment #3 - Maintain Control14:27 - Three Risks of Relinquishing Control: Crook, Idiot, High Fees16:05 - Vet Fees Like Mutual Funds19:02 - Tom Burns: Stories of Brilliant Frauds, Be the Irritating Investor21:30 - Poll Results: Fear of Losing Principal21:52 - Bronson: ATM Fund Lessons - Predictable Income, Black Box Red Flags23:04 - Denis Shapiro: Three Ponzi Experiences, Green Flags Overview25:41 - Too-Good-to-Be-True Terms and Over-Glorification of Taxes26:49 - Culture & Direct Access to Operator29:42 - American Greed Traits: Generosity, Charisma, Aspirational Show31:58 - Jason: Marco Santarelli Case Study35:13 - Affinity Group Targeting & Group Vetting Power37:58 - $100K Allocation Lightning Round38:28 - Tom: In-Place Multifamily, Below Replacement Cost39:21 - Denis: Affordable Housing & Hospitality Opportunities40:36 - Jason: Housing (Single-Family Rentals) as Proven Asset41:40 - Green Flags: Transparency, Market-Rate Returns, Simple Structures46:21 - Q&A: Due Diligence Services & Tools50:30 - ClosingJoint the Wealth Forum: bronsonequity.com/wealthConnect with the Guests:Jason Hartman:Pocast: "The Creating Wealth Show with Jason Hartman"Website: https://www.jasonhartman.com/Denis Shapiro:Email: Denis@SIHCapitalGroup.comWebsite: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/Tom Burns:Email: hello@richdoctor.comWebsite: richdoctor.com#DueDiligence#InvestorProtection#RealEstateInvesting#SyndicationRisks#AlternativeAssets#PassiveInvesting#OperatorVetting
Thanks to the movie, The Raiders of the Lost Ark, most people have heard of the Ark of the Covenant, and yet do we understand its central role in Old Testament worship? Today, we'll unpack Exodus 25 teachings on the tabernacle and the ark, the showbread and the lampstand. Join us for this important study on these important topics! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Verse 9 contains the first time the term "tabernacle" is used. When not being used of the official tabernacle, how also could this word be used? What did the podcast explain is the idea behind the term "tabernacle"? How is it sometimes used as a verb? 2. What was the specific dimensions of the tabernacle tent? What in our world is about that same size? Is this smaller than you were expecting? 3. In verse 2, what was supposed to prompt the people to donate supplies towards the construction of this tabernacle complex? In regard to their contributions, what had to happen in Exodus 36:5? What does this tell us about the people's heart to be involved with the Lord's work? 4. Of all the items that were built for the tabernacle, why was the ark listed first? What were the dimensions of this ark? Does this size surprise you? How about it's weight, what did it weigh and how was it moved around? How does this help us understand why Uzzah died when he touched the ark in 2nd Samuel 6:6-7? 5. What was special about the lid of the ark? What was to take place there on the Day of Atonement? It's often called "The Mercy Seat" but it can also be called "The Atonement Cover". Which do you prefer and why? 6. Why did the podcast suggest that the golden cherubim (on top of the ark) did not violate the 2nd Commandment to make no graven images? What did the podcast suggest that these golden cherubim teach us? How? 7. The podcast explained that the Hebrew term for "cover" is "Kaphar", which is also the root word for "atonement". Kaphar was used in Genesis 6:14 when the Lord had Noah make his ark out of wood that was covered (kaphar) with tar. What did the High Priest do at the ark once a year on the Day of Atonement? What does this signify? How does this help us understand the covering (or the atonement) that we have in Christ's blood? 8. Verse 23-30 is talking about the showbread. What is it also called in verse 30? How does verse 30 help us understand the showbread was to signify? According to Leviticus 24:5-9, how often was the showbread to be made? Who would eat the old showbread? 9. How does the showbread point us to Jesus, who calls Himself the Bread of Life in John 6:32-35? 10. The golden lampstand is described in verses 31 to 40. Where was this placed and what was it for? According to Exodus 27:20-21, who was to keep this lamp burning? How is Jesus the fulfillment of this lamp in John 8:12? 11. How does the tabernacle teach us that God's presence is not automatic? Why would the Lord want to teach this lesson to the people? What needs to happen to us to have eternal fellowship with Him? 12. How does this whole chapter help us understand the perfect tabernacle and atonement offering of Jesus in Hebrews 9:11-12? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.
YISROIs Faith A Commandment?What is the meaning of the statement “I am Hashem your G-d”? Is faith a commandment? Can one separate from it or violate it? And more broadly, what is the point of commanding faith? If it exists naturally, there is no need to command it; and if it does not exist, what good is a command? After all, one who does not believe, Heaven forbid, does not believe in commands issued in the name of Hashem.
A verse by verse study through the book of 1 John with Pastor Kevin Edwards of Calvary Chapel Clayton, NC. https://www.calvaryclayton.com
What would happen if you woke up tomorrow and were suddenly taxed an extra 33% on every dollar of profit your business produced? In this episode, I break down why that scenario isn't far off from what many founders are already doing, simply by failing to optimize their pricing, overhead, and after-tax income. Listen in as I walk through the three profit levers that matter most, why they drive more impact than almost anything else you can do, and how they can meaningfully increase your net income without hiring more people or scaling harder. You'll hear real examples from the eCommerceFuel community, data from the Trends Report, and practical steps you can take right now to strengthen your margins, streamline your operations, and dramatically improve your after-tax results. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4a2X2Uo Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
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Our continuation of our Four Part Series of Episode 22: Care for Others, Charity or Commandment?It may be challenging to think about this, but when can I be relieved of these onerous responsibilities?The idea of power and care. Not necessarily political power but inside our communities. Our responsibilities are different based on our social location. What are the practicalities of how we should act? Those with power can offer comprehensive help yet people with power do not wish to offer help to others. We enjoy the privilege of ‘Look at me I can give stuff away'. How do we give up some of our space in order to allow space for others? Rabbi Klein says there should be no blanket pass even if you are in dire straits. All must contribute something to others. There is always something we can do to repair the world in some way. Raman Singh says that we should not be judging others but simply living up to our own responsibilities. Are we hiding our faith values?Music by BenSound.com
January 27 2026 Tuesday Who Jesus Made You To Be / Week 11 Love Is Jesus' Commandment #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. My Prayers For The World Ephesians 1:15-23 NLT 'Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God's people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms. Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else—not only in this world but also in the world to come. God has put all things under the authority of Christ and has made him head over all things for the benefit of the church. And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself.' Ephesians 3:14-21 NLT 'When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.' Matthew 11:28 Find Rest In Jesus Christ Your Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Psalm 37:4 God will give you the desires of your heart… The Galations, having launched their Christian experience by faith, seem content to leave their voyage of faith and chart a new course based on works—a course Paul finds disturbing. His letter to the Galations is a vigorous attack against the gospel of works and a defense of the gospel of faith. Paul begins by setting forth his credentials as an apostle with a message from God: blessing comes from God on the basis of faith, not law. The law declares men guilty and imprisons them; faith sets men free to enjoy liberty in Christ. But liberty is not license. Freedom in Christ means freedom to produce the fruits of righteousness through a Spirit-led lifesty 1 John 3:24 Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… 1 John 1:9 Confess your sins God Will Cleanse You… Romans 13:8 Live in God's Love… Romans 8:16-17 Heirs of God and Joint Heirs with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Revelation 1:6 We are kings and priest in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Romans 10:13 Call On The Name Of Jesus And Make Him Lord today… The Biblical Definition Of Grace Is God's Unmerited Favor… Matthew 18:19-20 I will agree with you about your prayer request… Acts 10:34 God is not a respecter of persons. He loves and cares for us all the same… Romans 12:3 God has given us His Faith… Biblical Hope Is A Confident Expectation… Romans 5:5 God has given us His Love… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are the Righteousness of God in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… God's Word Is True Above All Opinions… Romans 12:2 Renew your mind to what God's Word says… Believe God's Word Above All Opinion… Philippians 4:13 We can do all things through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Philippians 4:19 God will provide all your needs… Romans 10:17 Faith In God comes from hearing God's Word… Isaiah 54:17 No weapon will prosper against me… 1 John 4:4 Greater is He In All Of Us… 1 John 1:9 Confess your sins God Will Cleanse You… John 3:3 You Must Be Born Again… Luke 15:10 Heaven Rejoices Over One Person That Repents And Is Born Again… John 3:16 Believe On The Lord Jesus Christ Your Lord And Savior… 1 Peter 2:24 Healing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Luke 6:38 Give and it will be given unto you… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media Website https://the-prodigalson.com What God's Word Can Do In Your Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJWTZG_x2vE&t=3s Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
Our continuation of our Four Part Series of Episode 22: Care for Others, Charity or Commandment?The difficulty to be faithful to our Faith CommitmentsWhat is wrong with you? Have you lost the entire point of this? Our panelists talk about the difficulty of being faithful to our ethical commitments. Do we judge others more harshly than we judge ourselves? Dr. Hibbard points out that part of why Nietche rejected Christianity was that he found that Christianity was too difficult to live up to for him. A commitment to the Divine commandments cannot necessarily be easy, while at the same time we must also keep in mind our personal human needs. Dr. Hibbard says that Christians are in tension with the most challenging demands of the Christian ethic and at the same time we need to keep in mind what human flourishing requires. Ethical ideals are always somewhat unattainable. Rabbi Klein responds to that tension by pointing out that If your faith commitment only makes you feel good about yourself, then what good is that to anybody else? Raman Singh helps the panel look at the selfless serving of the langar meal by Sikhs and they consider what this can teach all of us?Music by BenSound.comMusic by BenSound.com
We have come to another of the great evidences that we are God's children. Read 1 John 2:7-11 and take special notice of the closing expression in verse eight. The Bible says, "the true light now shineth." We are living in a world of light and darkness. Our lives are made of decisions, and we need God's light to give us wisdom to make right decisions. One can live a long life without wisdom, and life becomes an absolute ruin. One can live a short life in the wisdom of God, and God considers that life to be a grand success.
Worship means different things to different people. It's a religious thing. It's singing songs. It's a concert with a light show. It's well, who knows what. But the question we need to ask ourselves, is what exactly does worship mean to God? We All Worship Something Well it's great to be with you again this week and we are starting a new series on the programme that I've called, "Worship as a Way of Life". When we hear the word "worship", well, what does it mean? And people who don't have any particular faith in God, it's something, well, those religious people over there in churches or in temples do. Maybe it's candles and incense or something that happens over there somewhere not something that I do. And for some Christians, well, that's what we do on Sunday morning at church before the sermon, we sing songs – that's our worship time. I guess both of those would be true in part, but the notion of worship, from where God sits, is so much bigger and broader than that – not some religious ritual, not just some musical event. When we worship someone or something, we put it above all other things – we pay homage to it. In fact, it directs our lives – we'll sacrifice other things, even though those things are very dear to us, for the sake of the person or the thing that we worship. We all worship something – I mean, I used to worship money and success and recognition. It was the thing that my whole life was centred on and ordered around. I sacrificed my health, my family, my rest, everything for these things that I worshipped and actually, when you look back on it, I was really worshipping myself. We can all look at our lives and ask, "what's at the centre of the life? I mean, what's right up there at the top? Who or what do I worship?" And we know the answer to that when we look at the sacrifices we make for that thing and ask ourselves, really and truly, who or what am I making these sacrifices for? What's at the centre of my life – is it career, is it my family? I mean, honestly ask ourselves, "what is at the centre of my life?" Look at the sacrifices and that's who or what we are actually worshipping. Now we all have different elements to our lives. Obviously, we need to make some sacrifices sometimes. The whole thing of being a parent is sacrificing for our children. And sure, some times at work we have to make sacrifices. But if we get those out of balance – I mean, you see parents who self-actualise through their children; through their children's dancing or through their children's academic achievement and all of a sudden it's completely out of balance. Some people sacrifice their whole lives to their jobs and lose their families – I know what that's like. And so there is a balance and there is a right way of sacrificing to different things but if we take just one thing and get it out of whack, day after day, month after month, we sacrifice and sacrifice and this one thing rises above all of those other things, then chances are that's what we are worshipping. The notion of sacrifice is an essential part of worship – it's not new. The very first time that worship is mentioned in the Bible is in Genesis, chapter 22 and verse 5. Abraham was promised by God a son and ultimately, after many, many years he had that son, Isaac, but Abraham had to go through a lot of trials and a lot of uncertainty over a quarter of a century before finally, in his old age, this son, Isaac, was born to him. And so not surprisingly, when Isaac finally arrives, Abraham dotes on this kid – I mean, absolutely dotes on him – because here was the fulfilment of God's promise. He never thought it would happen – he never thought he would have an heir, but God was faithful and God gave him his son, Isaac, with his wife Sarah. But God saw that Abraham was starting to put Isaac before God, Himself and so He called on Abraham to sacrifice Isaac. Can you imagine that - to take him and put him on an altar and put him to death? What an incredibly painful thing to do? And on that morning when they journeyed to where God had called them – out to that place – Abraham said to his servants, "Stay here with the donkey while I and the boy go over there. We will worship and then we'll come back." Can you imagine the tussle that was going on in Abraham's heart? Is God first in my life or is Isaac first in my life? Do I put Isaac before God? Is it God or my son? See we think we are worshipping God sometimes but when we look at our lives and ask some hard questions like 'How do I spend all my time? How do I spend my money? How do I spend my energies? How to I spend my passions? Where are my dreams? Like Abraham we can get a real shock. Let's read on, the rest of the story – pick it up at Genesis, chapter 22 and verse 6. "Abraham took the wood for the burnt offering and placed it on his son, Isaac and he himself carried the fire and the knife. As the two of them went on, Isaac spoke up and said to his father, Abraham, "Father," "Yes, my son," Abraham replied, "The fire and the wood are here," Isaac said, "but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?" Abraham answered, "God Himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son." And the two of them went on. When they reached the place that God had told him about, Abraham built an altar there and arranged the wood on it. He bound his son, Isaac and laid him on the altar on the top of the wood. Then he reached out his hand and took his knife to slay his son. But an angel of the Lord called out to him from heaven, "Abraham, Abraham!" "Here I am," he replied. "Do not lay a hand on the boy," he said, "Do not do anything to him. Now I know that you fear God because you have not withheld from Me your son; your only son." What God was doing here was testing Abraham's heart. Who do you worship, Abraham? Who do you put first in your life? And at the end of this, both God and Abraham knew the answer to that question. "Now that I see you fear God because you have not withheld from Me your son; your only son." Can I ask you quietly, yet deliberately – who or what do you worship? When it comes to the crunch, the one thing on this earth that is most important to you, would you be prepared to lay it down for the Lord your God? All your hopes and dreams and future and life and career – everything – is God exalted above all those other things in our lives? Worshipping God is about adopting a "God above all" position in every part of our lives. Singing songs of worship is great but do we bow down our lives before God? Do we put God before anything or anyone else in our hearts? Do we worship God? When you look at the Ten Commandments – look at the very first one in Exodus, chapter 20 verse 2, it says: I am the Lord your God who brought you out of Egypt; out of the land of slavery. You will have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them and worship them for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God. Now, would the first Commandment be about singing songs? No! The first Commandment is about who we put first – it's about "whom" we worship. The question is do we worship God with our lives? The Heart of Worship The heart is an important place. One of the most common things that's talked about through the Scriptures is the heart - in fact, it is mentioned five hundred and thirty four times. Several times Jesus made the point that who we are on the outside is a reflection of what's going on in our hearts. In Matthew, chapter 12, He says, For out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks. And then again in Matthew, chapter 15, Jesus says, "But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart and these are the ones that make a man unclean, for out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander - these are what make a man unclean." See for me, here is the biggest danger in thinking about worship. "Well, I go to church most Sundays, we sing songs, therefore I worship then I go home." It's kind of like saying, "well, I live in the same house and sleep in the same bed as my wife or husband. I peck them on the cheek in the morning before I go to work. Once a week I make sure I tell them 'I love you', therefore, I love them." See how crazy that is? I mean, my wife isn't interested in a ritual. She wants to know, does my husband love me with all his heart and do I see that reflected in the way he lives and acts toward me? That's why Jesus, when He was asked, "What's the most important of all the commandments, answered, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all you soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." In other words, with what's going on inside you and with what you do. This is the first and the greatest commandment. Worship is something that comes from the heart – it's an overflow of what's happening inside us - it lives there first and foremost, and then it's reflected on the outside in our lives. If we just "do" worship once a week, it's a sham. I mean, I've been there, standing in church, singing songs, mind wandering off somewhere else – that's not worship - that's not what God is looking for any more that a quick peck on my wife's cheek is really loving her. Worship comes from the heart – King David knew that. Listen to what he writes in Psalm 24: The earth is the Lord's and everything in it – the world and all who live in it because He founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters. Who may ascend to the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who doesn't lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false. See, David is saying here – God created the heavens and the earth and He owns them all and if I want to ascend to the hill of the Lord, which meant, "go to the temple and worship Him", I have to have clean hands and a pure heart. A heart and a life that declare, "I put Jesus first." Look again at Psalm 27, where David writes: One thing I ask of the Lord and this is what I seek – that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and seek Him in His temple. My heart says of You, 'Seek His face'; Your face Lord I will seek. See what's going on here for David? Something is happening in his heart – there's a desire; there's a besottedness; an overwhelming urge just to be with God. I was away recently, travelling with the ministry for almost two weeks. The ministry that God's got me involved in is such a blessing and such a delight but each time I have to leave my wife, for me it's an incredible sacrifice. You see, I love her; I want to be with her. When we go out together, more often than not, we are wandering down the street or through the shopping mall, hand in hand. There's a closeness and a desire; we want to be together. That in a sense is what's going on in David's heart for God. "God, I just want to be close to You. I want to dwell in Your house all the days of my life and gaze on Your beauty and seek You in Your temple. My heart says, 'seek His face', and Your face Lord I will seek." There it is – there's the heart of worship - a holy desire after God Himself – not His blessings, just God. Now sometimes we feel like we have wandered off and we feel dry and we feel like we don't have that desire. We all go there some days, so stick with me because later on in the programme we are going to pray for the Spirit of God to light that flame in our hearts – the heart of worship. Choosing What is Better We are talking today about making worship a way of life – not just some ritual – not just a few songs that we sing on Sunday. So far what we have seen is worship is about sacrifice and there are two parts to that – what happens in our hearts and how that's reflected in our lives. We are going to talk a whole bunch more about that next week; connecting our faith with our day to day life realities. But I just want to kind of introduce that today with a story of two women, Mary and Martha. If you've got a Bible, grab it and open it up at Luke, chapter 10, verse 38. This is what it says: As Jesus and His disciples were on their way, He came to a village where there was a woman named Martha, who opened her home to Him. She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet, listening to what He said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations she had made. She came to Him and asked, "Lord, don't You care that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself – tell her to help me?" "Martha, Martha," said the Lord, "You are worried and upset about many things but only one thing is needed – Mary has chosen what is better and it will not be taken away from her." I don't know what your life looks like, but mine truly has more things in it than I have time to get through. This ministry, Christianityworks, is not just about writing and recording radio programmes – it's all sorts of things. It's seeing radio stations; producing material to go with messages; administration; fund raising; managing people – lots of things. Not to mention home and family and church and friends and rest and relaxation. The danger for me, as with many other people, is you get so busy with the urgent things that we don't have time for the important things. And the important things that we tend to squeeze out of our schedule are relationships. Spending time with people; with family; with our wives and husbands (that's why so many marriages fall apart)and spending time at the feet of Jesus (that's why so many people end up drifting away from God). We delude ourselves – "well, I'm out there; I'm busy; I'm serving God. That's what God wants from me - that's the most important thing. If I don't do all this the world is going to cave in." I'm not suggesting that we become spiritual couch-potatoes and do nothing. But have a listen to what happens here – Jesus comes to the house of Mary and Martha. Now Martha is rushing around cleaning and cooking, because they have a guest after all – the Son of God has come to visit. And her sister, Mary, is just sitting at Jesus' feet, listening – her heart being moved and changed and strengthened and encouraged. She's worshipping Him! Martha says, "that's not fair – she should be helping me." So what does Jesus answer? "Absolutely! Mary, get off your backside; stop being so lazy; go and help." No! He says, "Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about so many things, but only one thing is needed - Mary has chosen what is better and it won't be taken away from her." Just one thing – a relationship with Jesus! Just one thing – listening to the Word of God! Just one thing – worshipping Jesus! Looking and listening and being overcome with the desire just to sit at His feet. That's the heart of worship – it's a heart to want to bow down and just be with Jesus. The first Commandment of the Ten in Exodus, chapter 20 is about worshipping God before all other things or people or idols or anything else in our lives. When Jesus is asked, "what's the most important thing?" Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and with all your mind. Are you dry? Are you saying, "I want to do that but I just can't – I feel like God's a million miles away? I hear what you are saying but I don't have that desire in my heart." If that's you right now, we are going to pray. We are going to ask God in the name of Jesus, that He would change that. Come on – let's pray together. Father, You know each one of us - You know where we are - You know the things we go through - You know how we get distracted like Martha with all the cooking and the cleaning and the stuff we have to do in life. Father, forgive us for doing that and forgetting what it is just to sit quietly at Your feet, to listen and to look and to desire and to enjoy You. To have this desire like David, Lord, to just spend time in Your house the rest of our days enjoying Your beauty. Father, forgive us for getting so busy that we have forgotten to do that. And Lord You know that we can't worship You in our own strength. We can't somehow, conjure this up in our hearts. Father, we believe that worship is a gift from You.We believe, Father God, that when we came and accepted Jesus as our Lord and Saviour, You put Your Spirit inside us, that You Yourself have come to dwell in us. Father, we have wandered in these lowlands; in these murky swamps for far too long. We ask that Your Spirit would spark the desire in our hearts. We ask that Your Spirit would give us a heart for worship. And Lord as you change our hearts by Your Spirit, we pray that that will be reflected in our lives. But first Lord, start with our hearts - change our hearts, O God, that we may truly be people of worship. Father, we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Don't get me wrong. I love to go to church and to sing songs and to lift up praises and worship to God. It is one of the most wonderful things – to join together with the people of God in worship. But you know, if our hearts aren't right; if our minds are wandering; if we truly haven't established an intimate relationship with God through Jesus Christ, before we walk into that, how can we worship God? This isn't a guilt trip. I believe God is calling each one of us to come back to Him with a heart of worship and just the smallest bit of faith and just the smallest bit of desire is all that God needs to enliven our hearts and our spirits and our minds and our souls to worship Him. To God be all the glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Why do so many profitable eCommerce businesses still run out of cash or even fail outright? In this episode, I'm continuing my financial mastery series by breaking down what I consider the second core commandment: master your financial statements. Forget textbook definitions; this is the real-world, eCommerce-specific understanding store owners actually need to make better decisions. Listen in as I walk through the practical purpose of each financial statement, the biggest misconceptions founders have about them, and the simple tools you can use to avoid the costly traps that sink otherwise strong businesses. I also cover contribution margin vs. gross margin, working capital mistakes, inventory turn benchmarks, how to build a useful cash flow forecast, and why understanding these fundamentals protects you more than any CPA or CFO ever could. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3ZnI9ak Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
Love the Lord your God with all your heart – because that's the only pathway to real happiness. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
Exodus 20:12Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday January 18, 2026
At Fusion Christian Church, Loving others is a major part of our church vision. This is because Jesus told us it is the second most important commandment, only beaten out by loving God. While this could easily be its own series, Pastor Matt will summarize some ways to love others in this message.We love people equally.God hates partiality. Partiality is when you show favoritism and don't treat people fairly. At Fusion Christian Church we strive to treat all people with justice and fairness, as God instructs. The bible leaves no room for us to be unfair. We must love all people equally.We love people by serving them.Serving others can take many different forms, but it is an essential way to show the love of Christ. All Christians need to be serving in one way or another, because that is an irreplacable way to show love. Just as Jesus showed his love by washing the disciples' feet, we too must show love by serving.We love people by forgiving like Christ. If serving is sometimes difficult, forgiveness can be even more difficult! Much could be said about forgiveness, but in short, Christians must not hold grudges. Whether or not another person accepts forgiveness, it is our place to offer it. If we refuse to offer forgiveness when God has forgiven us so much, we make ourselves hypocrites. Don't cling to bitterness, but forgive others as God forgave you.Three ways to embody love:-We love people in the gathering of believers.-We love people in the small groups.-We love people in relationships.What these three points encompass is three different levels of relationship. Christians need to love at the church level: we cannot neglect church! We also need to love at a small group level, participating in close-knit community with other Christians. Finally, we need to love individually, maintaining one-on-one accountability and familiarity. If we do these things, we will be well on our way to embodying the love of Christ.
What happens when you outsource your financial understanding just a little too much? In this episode, I'm kicking off an eight-part series on financial mastery for store owners by diving into what I believe is the single most important principle of all: your money, your responsibility. After watching thousands of entrepreneurs succeed—and fail—based on how closely they own their finances, I want to reset how you think about delegation, trust, and accountability. Listen in as I break down where founders most commonly abdicate responsibility, from bookkeepers and CPAs to business partners and CFOs, and how that creates hidden risk. I also share hard-earned lessons from my own mistakes, practical ways to build safeguards without becoming a micromanager, and a simple framework to help you assess whether you're truly in control of your financial life and business. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3Ngbsce Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
Case Clay, U.S. Racing Manager for Wathnan Racing talks about Mucho Macho Man winners Commandment, Keeneland VP of Sales Tony Lacy looks ahead to the January Sale & Darley Sales Manager Darren Fox discusses the success of their stallion roster as we move into the new year. Trainer & co-owner Justin Evans shares the story of his 2025 Claiming Horse of the Year Surprisinglyperfect. Plus, Vance Hanson gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker's weekly Stroll Through Racing History presented by Keeneland, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business.
As Jesus concludes his final public discourse, he does so by affirming his relationship with the Father. He leaves no ambiguity about his allegiance: his life, his mission, and his words have consistently honored the Father who sent him. Every action, every declaration, every moment has been shaped by that singular devotion. And that raises a searching question for us—if he has done everything to honor the Father, have you done everything to honor the Son? What is it that keeps you from living with the same mission-focused clarity?
This month on Theonomoney, Jeremy continues looking at the Fourth Commandment, the Commandment on the Sabbath. He explains exceptions for works of necessity and works of mercy, and also talks about slaves and the Sabbath and ties that into a modern example that may affect nearly every listener. Subscribe on your favorite podcast catcher, tell your friends about Theonomoney, and follow Theonomoney on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Check out great theonomic shirts and hoodies here: bonfire.com/store/theonomoney/ Catechism link: www.reformedreader.org/ccc/keachcat.htm
In 1960s London, for young guitar enthusiasts, believing that “Clapton is God” was practically the 11th Commandment. In 1970 he lent his big, sticky tone to yet another band: Derek and the Dominos. The group's white-hot blues burned bright for barely more than a year, but their impact was massive. Guided by drug, alcohol and heartbreak free-fall, Eric Clapton created one of rock's most recognizable guitar riffs, while drummer Jim Gordon contributed God's great piano coda. Except Gordon was guided by something far more sinister — something that started with incessant voices in his head, and ended with a hammer, a butcher knife, and a dead mother. To see the full list of contributors see the show notes at www.disgracelandpod.com. This episode was originally published on December 6, 2021. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - GET THE NEWSLETTER Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: Instagram YouTube X (formerly Twitter) Facebook Fan Group TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Confessing Our Hope: The Podcast of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
In an age that treats the Lord's Day as expendable, Samuel Miller calls the church to remember what God has promised through the Sabbath. Drawing from his introductory essay to Agnew's Manual on the Christian Sabbath, this episode explores why the Fourth Commandment still matters—and why recovering the Lord's Day may be essential to the church's spiritual health.
Today is day 356 and we are studying The Tenth Commandment. 356. How can you keep this commandment? I can keep this commandment by learning contentment: seeking first the kingdom of God, meditating on God's provision in creation and in my life, cultivating gratitude for what I have and simplicity in what I want, and practicing joyful generosity toward others. (Exodus 35:20–29; 36:2–5; Psalms 104; 145:15–21; Ecclesiastes 5:10; 2 Corinthians 9:6–15; 1 Timothy 6:6–10; Hebrews 13:5) We will conclude today by praying Prayer 116.A Litany of Thanksgivings found on page 680 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Today is day 355 and we are studying The Tenth Commandment. 355. What did Jesus teach about this commandment? Jesus taught us not to seek anxiously after possessions, but to put our trust in God; and he showed us how to live by taking the form of a servant, and loving and trusting his Father in all things. (Matthew 6:19–34; Acts 8:9–24; Philippians 2:3–11) We will conclude today by praying Proper 26 found on page 622 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
We have reached the In Brief section, or nugget day, on the seventh commandment. Father Mike reiterates that the right to private property comes from our dignity as humans, and the Church has a duty to weigh in on economic or social matters where that dignity is threatened. He challenges us to ask ourselves, do we see Jesus in “the distressing disguise of the poor” and just walk by him, or do we respond to him? Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2450-2463. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.