Podcasts about connecting with god

In this episode, Rick interviews Sunny Wessel, author, Bible study teacher, and faith-filled leader dedicated to helping people develop a deeper, more personal relationship with the Lord. Through her writing, teaching, and ministry, Sunny encourages others to connect with God, grow in their faith, and recognize His presence in their everyday lives.Sunny shares the story of how her relationship with God began at just five years old after witnessing the dramatic transformation of her parents' lives. That early experience became the foundation for a lifelong journey of faith, teaching, writing, and service. This episode is a MUST-LISTEN!

What does it actually look like to build a sustainable, everyday relationship with God? Too often, our spiritual disciplines get reduced to rigid checklists, duty-driven routines, or an endless search for emotional goosebumps. When dry seasons hit, we assume God is distant, silent, or disappointed in our lack of consistency.In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks the two most vital, practical rhythms of the Christian walk: connecting with God through His Word and in prayer. Real transformation doesn't come from sheer willpower; it comes from having your soul anchored in the reality that Jesus desires to be with you. When Scripture becomes your daily bread and prayer shifts from a religious duty to a conversation in the secret place, the lesser pleasures of this world lose their grip to an abiding, superior delight.In this episode, we unpack:​John 17:24–26: The High Priestly Prayer—anchoring your confidence in Jesus' eternal longing for you to be with Him and to experience the same love the Father has for the Son.​Matthew 6:5–7: The Father in the secret place. Moving past performative religion and discovering the guarantee that God sees, hears, and openly rewards those who shut the door to seek Him.​Hebrews 10:19–23: Access bought by blood. How Jesus' torn flesh opened the Holy of Holies, granting us bold, unhindered entry before the throne of grace.​Matthew 4:4 & Isaiah 55:1–3: God's Word as actual nourishment. Moving beyond academic study to taste and see the living bread and water that genuinely satisfies deep spiritual hunger.​Luke 24:27 & John 5:37–40: Reading the Bible relationally. Why accumulating head knowledge means nothing if the scriptures don't lead us to the Person of Jesus.​Navigating Dryness and Distraction: Practical wisdom for fighting boredom, overcoming comparison, setting intentional rhythms, and honoring God even when you feel spiritually dry.​Revelation 5:8 & 8:3–5: The eternal weight of prayer—why no whispered cry or honest petition is wasted, but kept as sweet incense before the throne.Whether you feel stuck in a dry rut, struggle with consistency, or simply want to approach prayer and Scripture without guilt, this teaching provides a practical, gospel-centered foundation for drawing near to the God who is already near to you.

What do you actually need when you're carrying a lot emotionally and you don't even know where to start? In this episode, we're slowing down and looking at five different emotional needs that can show up when life feels heavy—from feeling completely overwhelmed and unable to think clearly, to needing rest, deeper connection with God, community, or help navigating a specific situation. Instead of assuming you need to try harder or learn “one more thing”, let's talk about how to identify what you actually need in this season and choose a next step that fits.  WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:00] When Your Emotions Feel Like Too Much to Handle [05:00] Why You Need to Regulate Before You Process [10:00] When You've Been Carrying Too Much for Too Long [18:00] Creating a Regular Rhythm of Connection With God [24:00] Turning What You've Learned Into Real-Life Practice [27:00] When You Need Help With a Specific Situation [31:00] Figuring Out What You Actually Need Right Now [33:00] Taking One Next Step Instead of Staying Stuck RELATED EPISODES: Ep 374: 5 Types of Emotional Overwhelm—Which Are You Experiencing? Ep 373: What Is Emotional Regulation (And Why It's More Than Calming Yourself Down)  Ep 372: Why Managing Overwhelm Is Where Emotional Healing Begins  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Emotional Overwhelm Reset System — In under 30 minutes, learn my simple “prep before you process” approach to calm overwhelming emotions and find clarity. AliciaMichelle.com/overwhelm Rest + Restore Retreats — Step away from the noise for deep rest, soul replenishment, and meaningful time with God. AliciaMichelle.com/retreats Virtual Rest + Restore Retreat — Experience a flexible, Bible-based retreat from home, on your schedule. AliciaMichelle.com/virtual-rest-retreat 30 Christian Meditations for Calm — 30 short Scripture meditations to quiet your mind, find calm, and connect with God. AliciaMichelle.com/meditation Emotional Confidence Club — Practice practical emotional tools alongside a supportive community of Christian women. AliciaMichelle.com/club Private Coaching with Alicia — Get personalized support for a specific relationship, emotional struggle, or life situation. AliciaMichelle.com/coaching Send us Fan Mail

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I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 14, 2026 - Third Sunday after Pentecost Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7; Mark 6:45-52 Sermon: Connecting with God (A Curriculum of Love week 3) Moment for Mission: VBS Volunteer Commissioning View the full worship service on YouTube sermon_audio_2026-06-14.mp3File Size: 25951 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

"Christianity is not a religion. It's a relationship." What does this adage actually mean?John 15 gives a picture of this when Jesus describes our relationship to Him as branches attached to a vine. Relationships are attachments. Christianity is about forming an attachment with Jesus Christ, then spending the rest of our lives walking deeper with Him. And if we want to be relationally engaged with God, it makes sense that we'd want to know and cooperate with how He designed us to function relationally.In this On the Trail episode, we discuss Building Bounce Chapter Eight: Connecting with God, where we talk about our faith being in God not the process, listening prayer, discernment, and lifestyle. We also unpack the V.C.R. tool (Validate, Comfort, Recover).This episode wraps up our Building Bounce book study. Next week we're asking the question, "Is Spiritual Warfare optional?" with a two-part prequel series before launching our next book study: What Every Believer Should Know About Spiritual Warfare!Thank you for joining us – father-daughter duo Marcus Warner and Stephanie Warner – on the trail to a deeper walk with God!  

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In this message from Matthew 14, Pastor Karl explores two seemingly separate events — the beheading of John the Baptist and the feeding of the five thousand — and reveals how they are deeply connected as a portrait of two contrasting kingdoms.Drawing on the parallel between Herod's banquet and Jesus's meal in the wilderness, Pastor Karl shows what sets the kingdom of the world apart from the kingdom of God: one ends in death, self-service, and corruption; the other in life, compassion, and abundance. Through the stories of Elijah, Elisha, and Moses, he demonstrates that the disciples had all the history they needed to trust Jesus in the moment — and yet, like us, they forgot.At the heart of this teaching is a simple but powerful truth: you are insufficient, but you are not useless. The kingdom of God doesn't have a supply problem — it has a distribution problem. God has never asked how much you have. He only asks what you have — and what you place in his hands, he multiplies.Discipleship, Pastor Karl argues, always involves cost, courage, compassion, commands, and cooperation. The good news is that the Good Shepherd is more than sufficient for all his sheep.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

In this message, Pastor Jaco explains that reformation is not behavior modification—reformation is returning to God's original design. It is recognizing where something has drifted from truth, allowing the blood of Jesus to redeem it, and allowing the Redeemer to reform it back into the image and intent of God. Reformation is not sustained by moments in the church; it is sustained by daily encounters with God. 

Speaker: Pastor Jose Date: 4.26.26

In this special episode, Dr. Patty and Pastor Jay Brogan discussed the role of music in worship in both our connecting with God and how that ministers to His heart,  How does God inhabit the praises of his people?  Jay shares how God can wear our worship offerings like the garment. What is the proper biblical purpose of worship music? How does it help you connect with the heart of God and how is it minister to His heart when we worship with a pure heart?  Jay shares how musicians received the download of lyrics, rhythm, and instrumentation from the Lord.  He also speaks of the responsibility to steward and release any messages that the Lord gives you. Dr. Patty shares a story of how music was able to heal her heart after the loss of her mother.  Jesus connects with you through music in your experience Jesus encounter time. Links referenced in this episode: New to the Podcast?  Check out the Trailer Episode for the Biblical Foundation for Experiencing Jesus!  https://PattyEJ.Podbean.com/e/trailer-episode-experience-jesus-with-dr-patty-sadallah   The Special Place Encounter Exercise   https://tinyurl.com/j742vpz4 Song Lab with Merideth Mauldin https://www.songlabmsc.com/ The Reset by Jeremy Riddle (Search for this title on Amazon)   Jay Brogan's songs are featured on Matchless CD by Catch the Fire  Music https://www.amazon.com/Matchless-Catch-Fire-Music/dp/B09KFVL26D     Check out the NEW Spirit Life Journey App.  Click on the QR Code to play around with it.   Spirit Life Circles  https://pattysadallah.com/spirit-led-growth/   Check out all of Dr. Patty's books, journals, and downloadable resources at her bookstore, and don't forget to use the code EJPOD to receive 10% off everything, even the things on sale.  https://PattySadallah.com/shop/   Get Two Free Chapters of the Experience Jesus Book Series  https://pattysadallah.com/free-gift/   Check out Dr. Patty's latest book- Encountering the POWER  of God: Experience Jesus Book 4 https://pattysadallah.com/product/encountering-the-power-of-god-experience-jesus-book-4/ And please make sure you share this podcast and share how you were blessed by this episode by commenting below!  THANKS!  

In this powerful message, Pastor Sean Gleason explores what it truly means to connect with God through creation, drawing from Hosea 2 and Romans 1. He unpacks how everything in creation points back to the Creator, revealing that slowing down to behold the beauty of God in what He has made is not just a hobby for outdoorsmen, it is a powerful and intentional way to encounter the living God. Pastor Sean challenges believers to stop admiring creation while missing the Creator behind it. Pastor Sean warns that when believers lose their awe and wonder of God, they will inevitably place it somewhere else, whether in witchcraft, idolatry, celebrity worship, or religious performance. He calls the church to be delivered from boredom and apathy, because the spirit of religion closes your spiritual eyes and leads you to find awe and wonder in all the wrong places. This message challenges believers, and especially men, to spiritually lead by pursuing deep intimacy with God, because a passive man creates an open door for darkness to enter his home, his family, and his city. Creation is the art gallery of the Lord, and it is time to slow down and behold the beauty of the One who made it all. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

In this powerful message, Pastor Sean Gleason explores what it truly means to connect with God through creation, drawing from Hosea 2 and Romans 1. He unpacks how everything in creation points back to the Creator, revealing that slowing down to behold the beauty of God in what He has made is not just a hobby for outdoorsmen, it is a powerful and intentional way to encounter the living God. Pastor Sean challenges believers to stop admiring creation while missing the Creator behind it. Pastor Sean warns that when believers lose their awe and wonder of God, they will inevitably place it somewhere else, whether in witchcraft, idolatry, celebrity worship, or religious performance. He calls the church to be delivered from boredom and apathy, because the spirit of religion closes your spiritual eyes and leads you to find awe and wonder in all the wrong places. This message challenges believers, and especially men, to spiritually lead by pursuing deep intimacy with God, because a passive man creates an open door for darkness to enter his home, his family, and his city. Creation is the art gallery of the Lord, and it is time to slow down and behold the beauty of the One who made it all. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

God still speaks. Some say He only speaks through the written Word, yet that Word reveals a God who speaks today.John 1:1 Jesus is the Word of God, and words communicate. God's silence isn't the problem—our sensitivity is. God gave you the ability to hear His voice.1 Corinthians 2:9–12; Romans 8:16 You have a built-in receiver for God's voice. The question isn't "Is God speaking?" but whether you are discerning His messages.What does God's voice sound like? God is Spirit and speaks to your spirit, bypassing natural hearing. 1 Kings 19:11–12 His voice often sounds like your thoughts—but from a different source: subtle, spontaneous, persistent thoughts that remain. You may have been hearing Him for a long time.Why do we miss it?Too much noise (Psalm 46:10 NLT) – Distraction drowns direction. Not a speaking problem, but a listening problem.Wrong expectations (2 Kings 5:9–11 NLT) – We look for mystical while God gives practical steps.Unsubmitted areas (James 1:5–7 NLT) – Sometimes we don't want to hear; we want endorsement, not guidance.Confusing voices (1 Timothy 4:1 NLT) – Not every voice is God's.God's voice vs. Satan's voice God leads; Satan pushes. God clarifies; Satan confuses. God comforts; Satan frightens. God encourages; Satan discourages. God stills; Satan rushes. God convicts; Satan condemns. God corrects direction; Satan attacks identity. The fruit reveals the source.How to hear God (like answering a call):Ask – James 4:2Draw near – James 4:8; Exodus 3:3Pause and listen – Mark 9:7 (prayer is being with, talking to, and listening to God)Recognize His voice – John 10:27 (it aligns with Scripture)Share it – Proverbs 27:9 (real revelation welcomes accountability)Closing Like airplane mode blocks calls, distraction, sin, and busyness disconnect us spiritually. God is still speaking—you may just need to reconnect. Slow down, draw near, get quiet, and say, "God, I'm listening."God is speaking. Are you learning to listen?

In this compelling message, Pastor Will Ford explores what it truly means to connect with God through learning, drawing from Matthew 11 and 1 Samuel 22. He unpacks the biblical depth of knowledge and learning, revealing that true learning is not mere intellectualism, it is experiential, relational intimacy with God. Pastor Will challenges believers to move beyond accumulating information and to pursue the kind of knowing that transforms the heart and connects us deeply to our Rabbi, Jesus. Pastor Will warns that every person is yoked to something, whether to Christ, to religion, or to the ways of the world, and that yoke will disciple and shape every area of life. He calls the church to get so close to Jesus that they are covered in His dust, absorbing His teachings, His way of life, and His truth in every sphere of influence. This message challenges believers to embrace their cave seasons, because like David and his mighty men in the cave of Adullam, it is in the hidden place of learning and encounter with God that broken, distressed, and bitter people are transformed into mighty warriors. Your cave is not a place of defeat, it is a cocoon where God is preparing you for everything He has called you to do. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

In this compelling message, Pastor Will Ford explores what it truly means to connect with God through learning, drawing from Matthew 11 and 1 Samuel 22. He unpacks the biblical depth of knowledge and learning, revealing that true learning is not mere intellectualism, it is experiential, relational intimacy with God. Pastor Will challenges believers to move beyond accumulating information and to pursue the kind of knowing that transforms the heart and connects us deeply to our Rabbi, Jesus. Pastor Will warns that every person is yoked to something, whether to Christ, to religion, or to the ways of the world, and that yoke will disciple and shape every area of life. He calls the church to get so close to Jesus that they are covered in His dust, absorbing His teachings, His way of life, and His truth in every sphere of influence. This message challenges believers to embrace their cave seasons, because like David and his mighty men in the cave of Adullam, it is in the hidden place of learning and encounter with God that broken, distressed, and bitter people are transformed into mighty warriors. Your cave is not a place of defeat, it is a cocoon where God is preparing you for everything He has called you to do. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

Speaker: Pastor Jose Date: 4.12.26

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In this convicting message, Pastor Les Cody explores what it truly means to connect with God through solitude, drawing from Matthew 26. He unpacks the difference between isolation and solitude, revealing that isolation is running from people, while solitude is intentionally running to God. Pastor Les challenges believers to stop avoiding the secret place and to embrace the wilderness seasons of life, because the wilderness is not a place of punishment, it is a place where God speaks. Pastor Les warns that the greatest weapon of the enemy is not to move believers toward evil, but to keep them distracted, exhausted, and spiritually asleep. He calls the church to build a life of prayer and solitude before the pressure comes, because your private prayer life determines your public stability. This message challenges believers to bring their sorrow and exhaustion to the Lord in the secret place, because the same garden of solitude that reveals your sorrow is the same garden where Jesus is waiting to heal it. Solitude is not a preference, it is a spiritual weapon. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

In this convicting message, Pastor Les Cody explores what it truly means to connect with God through solitude, drawing from Matthew 26. He unpacks the difference between isolation and solitude, revealing that isolation is running from people, while solitude is intentionally running to God. Pastor Les challenges believers to stop avoiding the secret place and to embrace the wilderness seasons of life, because the wilderness is not a place of punishment, it is a place where God speaks. Pastor Les warns that the greatest weapon of the enemy is not to move believers toward evil, but to keep them distracted, exhausted, and spiritually asleep. He calls the church to build a life of prayer and solitude before the pressure comes, because your private prayer life determines your public stability. This message challenges believers to bring their sorrow and exhaustion to the Lord in the secret place, because the same garden of solitude that reveals your sorrow is the same garden where Jesus is waiting to heal it. Solitude is not a preference, it is a spiritual weapon. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

In this powerful message, Pastor Les Cody explores what it truly means to connect with God through compassion, drawing from Matthew 14. He unpacks the critical difference between empathy and compassion, revealing that empathy is simply a feeling, while compassion is love moved into action. Pastor Les challenges believers to move beyond merely feeling someone's pain and to actively partner with the heart of the Father to meet needs, speak truth, and bring freedom. Pastor Les warns that empathy-driven Christianity will always compromise the gospel, while compassion-driven Christianity produces holiness. He calls the church to stop insulating itself and to position where the needs exist, willing to be interrupted, inconvenienced, and sent into the harvest. This message challenges believers to develop a daily personal encounter with God, because you cannot give away what you do not have. True compassion is not draining, it is the very thing that fills us up when we walk in obedience to the Lord. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

In this message, Pastor Matt Wakefield teaches us how we as believers can deepen our relationship with God through the spiritual discipline of fasting. Using Acts 9:1–19, he highlights how Saul's encounter with Jesus led to a season of fasting that ultimately opened his eyes and transformed his life. Pastor Matt explains that fasting isn't about earning God's attention, but removing distractions so we can hear His voice more clearly. As we pursue God through fasting, our spiritual eyes are opened and we begin to see Jesus more clearly The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com  

In this message, we discover how powerful connecting with God through learning can be. Jesus invites us to take His yoke and learn from Him in His Word leading us into deeper relationship, renewed minds, and freedom from the burdens of the world. As we grow in the knowledge of God through His Word, old yokes are broken and our lives are transformed.

It is possible to practice the rhythms of faith and still miss the Person those rhythms were meant to lead us to. We can read Scripture, attend church, adopt the language of discipleship, and build entire spiritual lives around the habits of Jesus—while quietly drifting from intimacy with Jesus Himself. This week on Win Today, Hosanna Wong joins me for a clarifying and deeply confronting conversation about the difference between performing Christianity and actually knowing God. We examine how selective obedience slowly erodes intimacy with Him, why legalism has learned to rebrand itself as passion for holiness, and how seasons of hiddenness and crushing are often the environments where authentic discipleship is formed. Hosanna also unpacks six roadblocks that frequently prevent believers from experiencing genuine connection with God, revealing how easy it is to substitute religious activity for relational transformation. The invitation of Jesus has never been behavior management or spiritual performance—it is repentance, surrender, and relationship. If you've been doing the practices of faith but still feel distant from God… if you've sensed the quiet conviction that something deeper is being asked of you, or if you're realizing that obedience in some areas has been selective rather than surrendered, this episode will bring needed clarity. Guest Bio Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist known for helping everyday people know Jesus in a real and personal way. Widely recognized for her viral spoken word piece "I Have A New Name," Hosanna shares her message in churches, conferences, prisons, and ministries around the world, reaching across denominations, cultures, and backgrounds. Raised in an urban ministry on the streets of San Francisco, she later spent years traveling throughout the United States speaking and sharing the gospel through spoken word poetry while living out of suitcases. Through her speaking, writing, and creative work, Hosanna equips believers to deepen their relationship with God and pursue authentic discipleship. Show Partner SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

SECURING YOUR BLIND SPOTS IN THE MIDST OF THE NOISEAre you pressing through a crazy week, juggling endless to-do lists, and feeling the heavy weight of distraction? You are not alone. In this incredibly raw, unscripted episode of the Interviewing Jesus Podcast, we are letting our hair down to have a real conversation about the overwhelming seasons of life. When the noise gets too loud and the spotlight of shame tries to tell you that you are unworthy of your big dreams, it is time to remember exactly who is backing you up.As a spiritual investigative journalist and an ordained pastor for over 30 years, my heart is to provide a safe path for you to experience Heaven's reality today. God is not just leading you; He is literally your rear guard. He completely secures your blind spots. Together, we will discover how to verbally dismiss the enemy, step fully into the Oneness of God, and put on your kingdom Superman cape.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: The Reality of Overwhelm: Navigating the heavy to-do lists, daily distractions, and the spotlight of shame that tries to entangle our calling. Nothing Can Separate Us: A deep dive into Romans 8:38-39 and the unshakeable truth of God's love. The Out-Loud Dismissal: A practical activation to shut down the buzzing of the enemy and create a pocket of peace in your mind. Your Divine Rear Guard: Understanding the tactical, military reality of Isaiah 52:12 and how Heaven completely secures your blind spots. Stepping Into Oneness: Releasing the pressure to fight in your own strength and resting in the active, breathing presence of God. GRAB YOUR FREE LISTENER GIFTMy goal is to make sure Heaven's wisdom actually transforms your Monday-morning reality. I have put together a special free gift for you—a practical path with raw stories, prayer, and simple activations—to help you silence the noise.If you are listening from behind the wheel or vacuuming the living room, please keep your hands busy and let your tech do the work! Just say out loud right now: "Hey Siri" or "Hey Google, remind me at 6 PM to go to KristenWambach.com/gift."When you are safely parked tonight, your reminder will pop up, and you can grab your gift directly from the show notes.Nothing can separate you from the love of God. Take a deep breath, push past those self-imposed limits, and let's step into His goodness together.

Connecting With God Through Remembrance We are in a Year of Encounters & Visitations — an Exodus 3:5 year, a year of Holy Ground. You choose your daily encounter. God chooses your holy visitation. In this message, we talk about how to connect with God through remembrance. Jesus said, “Do this in remembrance of Me.” When you remember who God is, what He has said, and what He has done, gratitude rises and faith grows. Remembrance keeps you anchored in truth. It helps you hold onto prophetic words, endure hardship like Joseph, and stay faithful through chaos like Mary. But the enemy also tries to use remembrance against you — pulling you into offense, fear, bitterness, and false narratives. The question is simple: What are you choosing to remember? If you're struggling with joy, peace, or faith, reconnect with God through remembrance.

Pastor Dehavilland teaches that fasting isn't just giving up food — it's a spiritual practice of humbling ourselves before God and aligning our hearts with His. True fasting is about seeking God's presence more than earthly provision, willingly denying the flesh to deepen our intimacy with Christ. It's a lifestyle of dependence on God, not performance for others, and a way to make space for His voice, break soul attachments to comforts, and grow in spiritual sensitivity. Fasting reveals what truly controls our hearts and draws us into deeper communion with the Source of life.

In this message, Pastor Les Cody explores the importance of connecting with God through remembrance, drawing from Luke 22:19. He emphasizes the need to remember what the Bible teaches and to rely on the faithfulness of the Lord, the Creator of Heaven and Earth. Pastor Les warns that biblical forgetfulness is spiritually dangerous. While forgetting God's past actions isn't sin in itself, it opens the door to spiritual warfare. Forgetting leads to drifting away from God. This message encourages believers to hold fast to the Lord and His promises, whether revealed through Scripture or personally experienced in their lives. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com 

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In this powerful message, Pastor Will Ford teaches that learning is one of the most powerful ways we connect with God. Biblical learning isn't just about information or head knowledge — it's about intimacy, experience, and transformation. When we truly seek to know God through His Word, we begin to understand His heart, recognize His voice, and reflect His character. Real learning changes the way we think, live, and respond to life. The more we pursue Him with a teachable spirit, the deeper our relationship grows — because knowing God was never meant to stay intellectual, it was meant to be personal.

In this message, Ps. Kaily teaches on how we can truly connect with God through solitude. Solitude begins with intentional withdraw — stepping away from the noise, distractions, and demands of life to be alone with Jesus. As Song of Solomon 2:10 reveals, there is an invitation to rise and come away with Him. Solitude is not performative or public; it is cultivated in secret. We close the door, creating space that belongs to God alone. In that space, we slow down. We become still and remember who He is. We open Scripture. We worship. We pray. And then — we wait. This message emphasizes that solitude is not about chasing an emotional experience. It is about positioning ourselves to be filled by God rather than trying to manufacture a feeling of God. It is about Him shaping us, meeting us, and strengthening us in the quiet place. 

In this powerful message, speaker Lauren Caldwell unpacks Connect With God | Movement through Exodus 3:1–15, showing how God consistently meets people when they are willing to move. From Moses turning aside toward the burning bush to biblical figures like Abraham, Joshua, Elijah, Jesus, and Paul, this sermon reveals that encounters often become holy visitations through obedience, motion, and response. Lauren teaches that movement—whether walking, dancing, traveling, worshiping, or simply changing posture—can be a God-designed way to connect deeply with His presence, hear His voice, and receive direction. This message invites listeners to break limitations, step out of stagnation, and discover that wherever God reveals Himself and we respond in obedience, that place becomes holy ground.

This message explores how fasting helps us connect more deeply with God by humbling the flesh and sharpening spiritual hunger. Through Scripture and testimony, it shows how fasting positions us for encounters, clarity, and holy visitation.

Send The Parable Podcast a TextHave you ever told God, this is your problem? If you like hearing people's stories and being encouraged about the ways God is working in their lives, you have found a home right here at The Parable Podcast. Meet Liz Lassa, speaker and author of The Spiritual Circle Journal, who shares about her journey of faith, the importance of journaling, and how to connect with God amidst the chaos of life. Liz shares her personal experiences with grief, the role of community support, and practical ways to help those navigating loss. Our conversation emphasizes the significance of listening to the Holy Spirit and finding time for God in busy lives, plus offering encouragement for those seeking their calling. I hope you are encouraged to think about your own story and remember your parable showcases how we can see God through all the practices of our lives.Reflection QuestionsAre you starting a new normal, like Liz? If so, I'd love for you to take a moment to give yourself the permission that your faith life may not look the same as it did before.Have there been any recent coincidences that you can now recognize God's movement in your life, and maybe take a moment to journal about that?Connect with LizWebsite | The Spiritual Circle Journal | InstagramJournaling through GriefKeywords: spiritual growth, journaling, grief, community support, Holy Spirit, busy lives, finding God, personal stories, encouragement, faithSupport the showWays to Support The Parable Podcast #1 Subscribe or Follow the podcast to ensure you catch every episode of The Parable Podcast on your preferred podcast platform (such as iTunes, Spotify). #2 Recommend this podcast to a friend, providing a great chance to begin your own Parable Conversation. #3 Looking for a speaker for your Church, Women's Group, or event? Contact Danielle to learn more.

Pastor Phil launches our new sermon series focused on our church's vision, mission, and values, preaching from Isaiah 55:1–3. In this message, he invites us to respond to God's open call to come, listen, and truly live—reminding us that our deepest spiritual thirst is met as we connect with God and align our lives with His purposes. Learn more about Maple Plain Community Church at mapleplaincc.org.

Message from Craig White on January 4, 2026

God is pursuing us

Connecting with God & Getting Sober with Jennifer Sprenger | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jennifer Sprenger — founder and CEO of The Bella Abby & Ava Handbag Boutique — shares her remarkable story of redemption, faith, and transformation. Once caught in the depths of addiction, Jennifer battled meth dependency, incarceration, and the painful separation from her children. In her darkest moments, she turned to God and prayed for a second chance — and He answered. Through unwavering faith and commitment to recovery, Jennifer rebuilt her life from the ground up, creating a thriving business named after her three daughters: Bella, Abby, and Ava. Today, her luxury handbag boutique has locations in Newport Beach and Santa Rosa, working closely with celebrities and reality TV stars. Beyond the glamor, Jennifer's true success lies in her spiritual rebirth and her mission to show others what God and recovery can do. Her story is one of perseverance, faith, and the power of transformation through divine grace.Follow Jennifer and check out her bags here: https://www.instagram.com/bellaabbyava__/?hl=en#thehopeaholics  #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #Hope #wedorecover #treatmentcenter #NatalieEvaMarieJoin our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICSPODCAST for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.comTimestamps:00:05:37 - Reflecting on Past Struggles as a Young Mother00:06:18 - Emotional Moment with Daughter at the Emmys00:11:35 - Addiction and Arrest Story00:16:01 - Breakdown and Spiritual Surrender in Jail00:19:03 - Faith and Redemption00:25:05 - Reuniting with Her Children00:28:17 - Finding Purpose Through Faith (Scripture Revelation)00:30:20 - Her Mother's Death00:32:05 - Renewed Mission to Expand Her Faith Radio Network00:33:10 - From Jail to Business Success

In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul reminds us that Communion is about remembering Jesus and connecting with God and each other. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Pastors Jacob, Melanie, and Josh preaches this week on "Connecting With God's Word" from Psalm 119.

In this episode we discuss what it looks like to practice the in and out ancient way of prayer, and how by going in correctly, we can position ourselves to go out successfully.

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Do you connect emotionally with God's word? Some believers don't, and sometimes we don't even think we're supposed to connect emotionally with the Scripture. After all, God's word is true, and since what's true is true, we wouldn't want to let our emotions get in the way of faithful obedience. But while we don't want to be ruled by our emotions, I contend that if we never connect emotionally with the Word, we'll never truly get it into our innermost being. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to a more.Scripture Used in Today's MessagePsalm 51:6Psalm 119:2, 47, 50, 97, 114, 131, 136, 139, 161, 163, 165To find Scripture Songs, here are a couple of sources to check out.Jim Snedeker who wrote many of these songshttps://soundcloud.com/jim-snedekerDave Cook / Scripture Release was also an early writer of Scripture Songshttps://scripturerelease.com/Gator Christian Life in Gainesville, Florida has recorded oldies and continues to write new oneshttps://gatorchristianlife.com/resources/followingIf you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism experiences.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.