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In a world marked by outrage, division, and chaos, what does it look like to represent Jesus and His Kingdom?In this message, Pastor Ed Stetzer explores the Apostle Paul's passionate words to the church in Corinth—a church caught in cultural confusion and compromise. Through 2 Corinthians 5, we're reminded that our identity in Christ radically reshapes how we see the world and how we live within it.

Sabbath School panel discussion and insight by 3ABN pastors and teachers. This podcast episode follows 2025 quarter 3, lesson 3 of the adult Bible study guide book. This quarter's book topic is “Exodus”. and this week's Sabbath School lesson is titled “Rough Start” Join us every week for a fresh and relevant study of the word of God. Reading: Exod. 5:1-23, Rev. 11:8, Exod. 6:1-13, Ps. 73:23-26, 2 Cor. 6:16, Exod. 6:28-7:7. Memory Text: "Afterward Moses and Aaron went in and told Pharaoh, 'Thus says the LORD God of Israel: "Let My people go, that they may hold a feast to Me in the wilderness." ' And Pharaoh said, 'Who is the LORD, that I should obey His voice to let Israel go? I do not know the LORD, nor will I let Israel go'" (Exodus 5:1, 2, NKJV). (July 12 - July 18) Sunday (James Rafferty) - “Who Is the Lord?”Monday (John Lomacang) - “A Rough Start” Tuesday (Shelley Quinn) - “The Divine “I””Wednesday (Ryan Johnson) - “Uncircumcised Lips”Thursday (Jill Morikone) - “Like God to Pharaoh” Want the Panelists' notes? You can sign up here: https://3abnsabbathschoolpanel.com/notes/ Questions or Comments? Email us at mail@3abn.org Donate: https://3abn.org/donate-quick.html

In this powerful message from A City of Light, Pastor Tommy Orlando walks us deeper into 1 Corinthians 15, where Paul confronts a false teaching that denied the physical resurrection of Jesus—and therefore, the future resurrection hope of believers.With personal testimony and scriptural depth, Pastor Tommy reminds us that Christ's resurrection is not just an abstract doctrine—it's the cornerstone of our forgiveness, our future, and our freedom.

July 13, 2025 - Sunday AM Sermon    WHY ARE THERE SO MANY CHURCHES?  Neal Pollard  Introduction    A. The New Testament Doesn't Teach the Idea Of __________ ______________      1. The Bible speaks of Christ's church in the _________ not the _______ (Mt.  16:18)      2. The Bible reveals the ___________ of only _______ __________ (Acts 2:47)      3. The Bible ___________ religious ____________ (1 Cor. 1:10)    B. Why Are There So Many Churches?  I. __________ HAS FREE ______________     A. We Can _______ To Follow The _________ Of Men Contracting The __________     B. History Tells Us When Certain ________Emerged (Examples: ________________)    II. THERE ARE ___________ TYPES OF ________ (Luke 8:11-15)     A. Not Everyone Hears the Word in an _______ and _______ Heart    III. ____________ IS ________________     A. We Should Ask, "Where Do I Get The _________ For My ______ And ________?"    IV. ____________ IS ________________     A. 6 Characteristics So Many Who _______________ Truth Have in Common        1. They turn ____________ into a license to _____________ (Jude 4)        2. They cry ___________ when there is no ___________ (Jer. 8:11)        3. They ____________ the ____________ of people (2 Tim. 1:18)        4. They teach for ______________ the ______________ of men (Mark 7:7)        5. They are __________-_____________ (Luke 6:26)        6. They ___________ introduce their ____________ (2 Pet. 2:1)      Conclusion    A. If We Could Hear Jesus' Dying _____, We'd Be More ____ To Fulfill It (Jn. 17:20-21)   Duration 35:42

by Simon Chow Title - Cleanse Yourself Text - 2 Cor. 7:1

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on being an Unstoppable Witness. The Spirit of Jesus is always looking to “seek and save the lost.” Only 31.6% of the world claims the name of Jesus. We are all called to “do the work of an evangelist” but it can be super intimidating. Come and hear how a guy named Philip shared the Gospel and changed a nation and learn some basic, practical tools (including the “15-Second Testimony!”) to share the GOOD NEWS of Jesus with a lost and dying world.Key Scriptures:Acts 6:3-7, 8:26-39, 21:8-9, 2 Cor 5:17-20

Forbid Not To Speak With Tongues - 1 Cor. 14:39

After being born again by faith alone in Christ alone, we are to continue in faith. Paul wrote, “as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him” (Col 2:6). We received Jesus by faith, and after being born again, we are to “walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor 5:7). The word “walk” translates the Greek verb peripateō (περιπατέω), which is here used as a metaphor for how we live, behave, or habitually conduct our lives. To walk by faith means we learn and apply God's Word to our lives (i.e., marriage, family, education, work, finances, etc.). It means obeying God's directives, claiming His promises, and utilizing His resources for our daily problems. We are also instructed to “walk by the Spirit” and not the flesh (Gal 5:16). When we live by faith and depend on the Spirit for strength and guidance, we “walk in a manner worthy of the calling” with which we have been called (Eph 4:1). As Christians, we are instructed to learn God's Word that we might come to know our new identity in Christ and lay hold of the many blessings God has provided for us as His children. Gospel information started our journey of faith, and Bible doctrine is the basis for our spiritual walk and advance to maturity. The advancing believer is living the righteous life that God expects, for He says, “My righteous one shall live by faith” (Heb 10:38), and “faith is being sure of what we hope for, being convinced of what we do not see” (Heb 11:1 NET). To live by faith in God and His Word pleases Him, for “without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him” (Heb 11:6). Paul said, “we have as our ambition…to be pleasing to Him” (2 Cor 5:9). Christians who fail to live by faith, who choose not to learn and/or live by God's Word, will default to humanistic philosophies, values, and experiences. In immature or carnal Christians, experiences and feelings will be regarded as more real, reliable, and important than God and His Word. Though we can enjoy our experiences and feelings (when they align with God), these are not stable, so we must be careful not to prioritize them or make them the base of operations. Divine wisdom should be our base of operations, as God wants us to learn and live His Word, to trust Him in all things, and to live by faith as obedient-to-the-Word children. When feelings rise high, faith must rise higher, lest we get bogged down and trapped in faulty reasonings that enslave and hinder our spiritual life and victory. The walk of faith requires discipline of mind and will. Ultimately, “whatever is not from faith is sin” (Rom 14:23). Faith starts with God and His directives and promises. Once we learn about God's directives, provisions and promises, He expects us to live by them, to be “doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude” ourselves (Jam 1:22). It is possible to learn God's Word and not apply it by faith, which is why James wrote, “to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin” (Jam 4:17). It is a sin not to live by faith. The writer to the Hebrews warned his readers, saying, “Take care, brethren, that there not be in any one of you an evil, unbelieving heart that falls away from the living God” (Heb 3:12). After hearing God's Word, it is evil for a Christian not to believe it. It's evil because God's Word is absolute truth (2 Sam 7:28; Psa 119:160; John 17:17), and rejecting or doubting it implies that God, who cannot lie (Num 23:19; Tit 1:2; Heb 6:18), is untrustworthy, which is an affront to His perfect nature. This evil behavior was exemplified by the Israelites in the wilderness, for after they'd been delivered from Egyptian bondage, they failed to live by faith (Num 14:11), angered the Lord (Psa 95:8-11), and so forfeited the blessing of inheriting the land (Heb 3:15-18). The danger for us as Christians is that we might know God's directives and promises, but fail to apply them by faith, and never benefit from His blessings. The writer to the Hebrews said, “Therefore, let us fear if, while a promise remains of entering His rest, any one of you may seem to have come short of it. For indeed we have had good news preached to us, just as they also; but the word they heard did not profit them, because it was not united by faith in those who heard” (Heb 4:1-2). Hindrances to the Walk of Faith The hindrances to Christian faith are numerous, but they all share one common feature: they obstruct the believer's ability to live in active dependence on God and obedience to His Word. Among the most dangerous is ignorance of God's Word, which the Lord denounced when He said, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge” (Hos 4:6). The Christian life cannot be lived in a doctrinal vacuum. Truth must be learned before it can be applied. Without sound doctrine, believers are spiritually malnourished, vulnerable to deception, and unable to live a life that honors God (2 Tim 2:15; 3:16-17; 1 Pet 2:2; 2 Pet 3:18). Ignorance guarantees defeat in the spiritual life, not because God withholds grace, but because we fail to appropriate it. Another major hindrance is irrational and unwarranted fear, which paralyzes faith and distorts perspective. Paul reminded Timothy that “God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline” (2 Tim 1:7). Fear can override truth when allowed to take root in the heart, leading to cowardice in witness, compromise in conviction, and retreat from divine opportunity. Like the Israelites at the edge of Canaan (Num 13:31–14:4), believers who allow fear to dominate their thinking often forfeit the blessings of forward movement in God's plan. Also, failure to claim God's promises is a silent killer of the spiritual life. Hebrews warns of “an evil, unbelieving heart that falls away from the living God” (Heb 3:12), not in the sense of losing salvation, but of turning away from the daily walk of faith. God's promises are anchors for the soul (Heb 6:18-19), and to neglect them is to drift aimlessly through life, tossed by circumstances rather than guided by divine certainty. Faith appropriates what God has revealed and rests confidently in His faithfulness, even when circumstances contradict what is seen. Unwarranted self-reliance is another subtle enemy. While human effort has its place in Christian discipline, trust in self apart from God is condemned. Solomon cautioned, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding” (Prov 3:5), and Jeremiah adds, “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind and makes flesh his strength” (Jer 17:5). The Christian life is supernatural and cannot be lived in the power of the flesh. Self-dependence is spiritual sabotage. Furthermore, yielding to the pressures and pleasures of the world is a treacherous distraction. James minces no words when he writes, “Friendship with the world is hostility toward God” (Jam 4:4), and John adds that “if anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him” (1 John 2:15). Worldliness appeals to the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the boastful pride of life—all of which are inconsistent with the life of faith. Lastly, choosing the desires of the flesh over the will of God leads to spiritual defeat and divine discipline. Paul teaches that “the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit” (Gal 5:17), and Peter exhorts believers to “abstain from fleshly lusts which wage war against the soul” (1 Pet 2:11). The Christian must actively choose to walk by the Spirit (Gal 5:16), moment by moment, if he is to live victoriously. In sum, these hindrances—ignorance, fear, unbelief, self-reliance, worldliness, and fleshly desire—are not minor setbacks; they are spiritual roadblocks. The remedy is found in consistent intake of God's Word (2 Tim 3:16-17; 1 Pet 2:2), transformation through mind-renewal (Rom 12:1-2), a life of faith anchored in divine promises (Heb 11:6), and moment-by-moment dependence on the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength (Gal 5:16). Where faith flourishes, these hindrances fall. God's Word is Reliable Though Peter had personally seen and heard Christ (2 Pet 1:16-18), he told his readers, “We have the prophetic word made more sure” (2 Pet 1:19a). Other translations read, “we possess the prophetic word as an altogether reliable thing” (2 Pet 1:19a NET), and “We also have the prophetic message as something completely reliable” (2 Pet 1:19a NIV). The words “more sure” translate the Greek adjective bebaios (βέβαιος) which means reliable, dependable, or trustworthy. According to BDAG, it refers to “something that can be relied on not to cause disappointment.”[1] Kenneth Wuest states, “The idea here is of something that is firm, stable, something that can be relied upon or trusted in. The idea in the Greek text is, ‘We have the prophetic word as a surer foundation' than even the signs and wonders which we have seen.”[2] Robert B. Thieme Jr., notes, “God's Word is more real than empirical knowledge, more reliable than anything seen, heard, or felt (2 Pet 1:12–21). Unlike the grass that withers and the flowers that fade, ‘the word of our God stands forever' (Isa 40:8). God guarantees that His Word never goes forth without accomplishing His will (Isa 55:11).”[3] The point is that God's Word is absolutely reliable, “to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place” (2 Pet 1:19b). This absolute reliability of Scripture flows from the unchanging character of God Himself. God is perfect in holiness, infinite in wisdom, and absolute in truth. He cannot lie, nor does He ever fail to keep His promises. As Scripture states, “God is not a man, that He should lie, nor a son of man, that He should repent; has He said, and will He not do it? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good?” (Num 23:19). Paul wrote that God “cannot lie” (Tit 1:2), and the writer of Hebrews affirms “it is impossible for God to lie” (Heb 6:18). Because of this, His Word is completely trustworthy. God never speaks in vain; His Word is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, and able to pierce the deepest parts of the human soul (Heb 4:12). What He reveals is not merely informative—it is transformative. As Isaiah recorded, “so will My word be which goes forth from My mouth; it will not return to Me empty, without accomplishing what I desire, and without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it” (Isa 55:11). God's promises are as dependable as His character, and trusting in them is never misplaced faith—it is the most rational and secure response a believer can have. Conclusion In summary, the Christian life is a walk of faith that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and grounded in God's Word. Faith is not blind or speculative; rather, it is a confident trust in the revealed truths of Scripture, producing a life that seeks to honor God through obedience and reliance on His promises. To walk by faith is to live in active dependence on God, letting His Word shape our thinking, guide our actions, and strengthen us for every challenge we may face. The Holy Spirit works through the Scriptures to instruct, remind, and empower us, enabling us to live the Christian life. As believers, we are called to a disciplined life of learning and applying God's Word, and not trusting in experiences or feelings. The walk of faith is pleasing to God, honors Him, edifies others, and brings us mental and emotional stability. Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.     [1] William Arndt et al., A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000), 172. [2] Kenneth S. Wuest, Wuest's Word Studies from the Greek New Testament, vol. 12 (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1997), 34. [3] Robert B. Thieme, Jr. “Word of God”, Thieme's Bible Doctrine Dictionary, (Houston, TX., R. B. Thieme, Jr., Bible Ministries, 2022), 294.

**The Must-Knows of Destiny & Ministry Fulfillment** Ministry is the divine assignment of every believer—serving God and others with your gifts, time, and life (2 Tim. 4:1-5). You were predestined for this work (Eph. 2:10) and given the Holy Spirit as your main resource, not money (1 Cor. 9:7). Fulfillment happens over times and seasons, growing through spiritual stages—from milk to maturity (Heb. 5:11-14). Your ministry is to reconcile men to God (2 Cor. 5:17-20) and must align with His righteousness (Matt. 7:21). Every choice matters: discipline, love, and obedience are key to lasting fruit.

13/07/2025 - Culto Matutino - 1 Coríntios 16

Timothy Powell delivers a message on 2 Cor 5:14-21 regarding the ministry of reconciliation.

Part 34: Rekindling a Kingdom Heart – Why Believers Give | 1 Corinthians 16 1-4In this ministry time, we will explore Paul's clear and Spirit-led teaching on giving. Far from manipulative or emotional hype, biblical giving is about partnership, purpose, and worship.Paul encourages the Corinthian believers to plan their giving, just as he instructed the Galatian assemblies. This lesson restores the foundation of Kingdom generosity, free from abuse and rooted in covenant love and community care.• Giving is planned, proportional, and purposeful.• We give because God first gave (2 Cor. 8:9).• It's about building the Kingdom, not empires.• Giving is an act of worship, not a transaction.• Paul models financial integrity and apostolic accountability.• We must rebuild a healthy giving culture, led by the Spirit and full of joy.Healing from spiritual abuse begins when we return to the simplicity and power of early assembly giving, trusting in God's provision, and living sacrificially for His glory.Are you giving from joy or pressure? Is your giving an act of love and worship? Let's partner together to see lives transformed and the Kingdom expanded!

Episódio de número 276 da palestra virtual da Reunião de Estudos do Evangelho do Grupo Espírita "Irmão Áureo" - 12/07/2025Reflexões sobre o tema "ANTE A BENÇÃO DO CORPO", com base NO CAP. 33 do livro: CEIFA DE LUZ, de Emmanuel, psicografia de Francisco Cândido Xavier. BIBLIOGRAFIA:- Livro: Ceifa de Luz - Emmanuel, psicografia de Francisco Cândido Xavier, cap. 33 – “Ante a Benção do Corpo” - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Cel/Cel33.htm- Livro: Novo Testamento -Segunda Epístola de Paulo aos Coríntios -disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TRP/2Cor/2CorIndex.htm- Livro: Pensamento e Vida - Emmanuel - lição 14 - Corpo - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Pnv/Pnv14.htm- Livro: No Portal da Luz - Emmanuel - lição 18 - Corpo Físico - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Npl/Npl18.htm- Livro: Livro da Esperança - Emmanuel - lição 54 - Engenho Divino - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Le/Le54.htm- Livro: Pão Nosso - Emmanuel - lição 158 - Governo Interno - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Pn/Pn158.htm- Livro: Alvorada Cristã - Neio Lúcio - lição 17 - A Conta da Vida - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Alc/Alc17.htm- Livro: Benção e Paz - Emmanuel - lição 15 - Ante o Mundo Espiritual - Emmanuel - psicografia de Francisco C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Bp/Bp15.htmPoesia Final: Promessa da Vida - Maria Dolores- do livro: Estrelas no Chão - Autores Diversos — psicografia de F. C. Xavier - disponível em: https://bibliadocaminho.com/ocaminho/TX/Enc/Enc19.htm

Des de la profunditat del seu cor, la “Ginesta” avui ens dirigeix a meditar amb les seves poesies: “Jo soc tu” i “He fet això” Tex i veu: “Ginesta” Edició so i imatge: Ramon Vila Salut & Alegria Aquest és el 16é programa de “Des del Cor de la Ginesta” iniciat el 12 de febrer del 2023 Son ja 28 poesies. Podeu veure el vídeo al enllaç Podeu veure el vídeo al enllaç https://youtu.be/wYG4gyqIEL0 Escolta el podcast a Ona Bitlles Entrevistes https://www.onabitlles.cat/entrevist #poesia @escolesvellescultura @ajspriudebitlles @informer_riudebitlles @Riudebitlles #onabitlles @ramonvila123 #Ramon Vila podcast recorded with enacast.com

“What Is the Role of Popes in Approving Ecumenical Councils?” In this episode, guest apologist Alex Jurado from Voice of Reason addresses the necessity of papal approval for early councils, explores how Jesus grew in knowledge, and discusses the connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 08:59 – How did Jesus grow in knowledge? And did he have knowledge of his passion from a young age? 14:30 – What’s the necessity for popes to convene and approve ecumenical councils particularly the earliest councils of the Church? 17:46 – Is there a connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55? 21:52 – Why did the person who touched the ark dropped dead but people who stole it didn't. Why is that? 24:24 – Is it ok for a priest to consecrate a large amount of hosts and give them to a homebound person? 30:31 – Has Pope Leo expressed any opinion on Same sex unions? 32:10 – How would you explain to children deep theological questions? 43:40 – How many of the 10 commandments would exist today if there weren’t any religions? 48:48 – Why do Protestants have a different canon of scripture? 52:09 – If Jesus descended into hell to retrieve souls to enter heaven, does that mean those souls were suffering?

durée : 00:36:42 - Le 18/20 · Le téléphone sonne - Restaurants, hôtels, trains… Les lieux « interdits aux enfants » se multiplient, surfant sur la tendance « no kids » née en Corée du Sud. Derrière cette quête assumée de tranquillité, un débat de société : peut-on exclure les enfants au nom du confort des adultes ? Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Du lundi au samedi, rendez-vous avec l'actualité de la Corée sous tous ses angles.

Du lundi au samedi, rendez-vous avec l'actualité de la Corée sous tous ses angles.

2 Cor 10:3-5, Rom 8:6, Prov 23:7, Is 26:3, 2 Cor 4:1-7, Rom 12:2, Phil 2:5-7, Eph 6:10-18

“A faithful man will abound with blessings, but whoever hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.” - Proverbs 28:20Powerball jackpots and scratch-off tickets might seem like a shortcut to financial freedom, but should Christians be buying in? Dr. David W. Jones returns to our financial ethics series today to help us think biblically about the lottery and whether it aligns with a life of faithful stewardship.Dr. David W. Jones is Senior Professor of Christian Ethics at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He holds a Ph.D. in Christian Financial Ethics and is the author of Every Good Thing: An Introduction to the Material World and the Common Good for Christians.Quick Wealth vs. Steady StewardshipProverbs 13:11 warns, “Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.” Hebrews 13:5 exhorts believers to “keep your life free from the love of money and be content with what you have.” These passages highlight the value of work, patience, and contentment—virtues that stand in direct contrast to the quick-fix allure of lottery winnings.The lottery promises flourishing without labor, but God's design in Genesis 1 calls us to be co-creators with Him—to work, to produce, and to flourish through effort. Skipping that process isn't just unwise—it violates God's design for human flourishing.Is playing the lottery merely harmless entertainment? We should pay close attention to what our financial decisions reveal: Jesus taught, ‘Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also' (Matt. 6:21). If someone regularly spends money on lottery tickets, it could point to deeper issues—discontentment, greed, or misplaced hope.Scripture reminds us in Proverbs 23:7, “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” Our actions—including how we spend—are often the most honest indicators of our spiritual condition.Entertainment or Exploitation?While scratching a ticket at a birthday party may seem harmless, there's a big difference between a one-time event and a habitual lifestyle of gambling. And even if the act is permissible, that doesn't make it wise (1 Cor. 10:23).We must also consider the industry behind the lottery. It preys upon the poor. Statistics show that the lowest-income Americans buy more than half of all lottery tickets, with some spending up to 6% of their income. In many ways, it functions like a regressive tax, taking from those who can least afford it.Some believers wonder whether it's ethical to accept scholarships or grants funded by state lotteries. Of course, there's room for Christian liberty here. Some will choose to opt-out due to conscience. Others will recognize we live in a fallen world and may receive such benefits without directly participating in the system. Either way, we should be aware of what we're engaging with and remain open before the Lord.A Better Way to FlourishIf you're feeling convicted, confess it to the Lord. ‘If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us' (1 John 1:9). And as with any area of struggle, don't walk alone. Seek accountability and encouragement through your local church.Ultimately, the Christian life invites us to a different kind of richness—one rooted not in luck or chance but in trust and obedience. As Ecclesiastes 3:13 says, “Everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil—this is God's gift to man.”For more biblical insight on wealth and stewardship, pick up Dr. David W. Jones's book Every Good Thing: An Introduction to the Material World and the Common Good for Christians, available wherever books are sold.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:Around this time last year, I had several credit cards with balances ranging from $5,000 to $6,000 each. I stopped paying on the top three and am still making payments on one. I'm not sure what steps to take next.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Every Good Thing: An Introduction to the Material World and the Common Good for Christians by Dr. David W. JonesWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

P. Juan Carlos (Ecuador)Cuidar de los sacerdotes. Los curas no somos de acero. Somos de barro. Y el mismo San Pablo lo dice: “Llevamos este tesoro en vasijas de barro, para que se vea que esta fuerza extraordinaria proviene de Dios y no de nosotros” (2 Cor 4,7). Pero a veces ese barro se cuartea… y sangra.[Ver Meditación Escrita] https://www.hablarconjesus.com/meditaciones-escritas/

This week we talk MS Camp, kiddie pools for adults, connect class, and of course, 1 Cor. 6:1-11. Our main discussion is about solving conflicts in the church by making peace with each other, because God has made peace with us.

Du lundi au samedi, rendez-vous avec l'actualité de la Corée sous tous ses angles.

Pentecost Series: Church and Mission Mobilized by the Holy Spirit.kljq cfTdfn] kl/rfnLt d08nL / dL;g“Pentecost is the epicenter” The Holy Spirit, S. Ferguson  “Easter and Pentecost belong together. Easter commissions Jesus' followers to a task; Pentecost gives the necessary equipment to accomplish it.” NT Wright.  The meaning of the Pentecost must be attached to the Old Testament and the life of Jesus Christ, because that is how God revealed it and how the disciples understood it. And the Pentecost has deep rooted meaning for us in the present. But, the Pentecost is not a floating idea of “power of the Spirit” “free for all” to “grab and go”, “apply as you wish”. Nor is it an interesting history archived in the past. We must understand the Triune God, and the third person in the Trinity. We must see God's project plan aright through the Pentecost. This series will study the Bible sources, and discern what the Holy Spirit is saying to the church today, in terms of church's identity and mission vocation.              Pentecost publicly marks the transition from the old to the new covenant, and signifies the commencement of the ‘now' of the day of salvation (2 Cor 6:2). Pentecost is the epicenter, it ripples throughout the book of Acts, everywhere we see the Holy Spirit is manifested. Ferguson says, “The purpose for which the Spirit is given is nothing less than the reproduction of the image of God, …transformation into the likeness of Christ.” (Ferguson, The Holy Spirit, 92).              People throughout history and across Nepal have interpreted Pentecost to mean many things. Some think the Holy Spirit is a force to be reckoned with; power to receive and work with, be it for good things to do in the world here and now. There's so much confusion about the person, nature, and work of the Holy Spirit, therefore confusion about our vocation today.        In this series we will look at the meaning from the OT and the NT to understand what the Pentecost meant for the people then and means for us now. Our focus will be however, to understand what Pentecost means for us now as a church and our mission- vocation we're called to in this time and space.            Why did God give His Spirit to the church in time and context? Do we really know God the Holy Spirit? What is He here to do? How do we know and discern the Holy Spirit? What is He doing in the Church? What is the mission of the Church filled with the Holy Spirit?

Se aproxima a data para iniciar as tão temidas tarifas de Trump no mundo. Ninguém escapou do presidente dos EUA, BRICS, Vietnam e até mesmo aliados americanos como o Japão e a Coréia do Sul serão afetados pelas tarifas. Entenda os próximos passos e como o mercado global deve reagir a está fase que o comércio mundial deve enfrentar.

Depuis janvier, le dollar américain a chuté de plus de 10 % face aux principales devises mondiales. En cause, l'instabilité de la politique commerciale de Donald Trump et la pression qu'il exerce sur la Réserve fédérale. Cette dépréciation, inédite depuis plus d'un demi-siècle, pourrait bouleverser l'équilibre monétaire mondial. Depuis son arrivée à la Maison Blanche, Donald Trump sème le flou sur sa stratégie économique. Les annonces contradictoires se sont succédé jusqu'à l'annonce de surtaxes à venir pour les pays sans accord avec Washington à partir du 1er août. Cette incertitude permanente, couplée à une escalade tarifaire, a fortement inquiété les marchés financiers. À cela s'ajoute une pression croissante du président américain sur la Réserve fédérale (FED). Donald Trump critique ouvertement les décisions de son président, Jerome Powell, ébranlant la confiance dans l'indépendance de l'institution. Or, la FED est traditionnellement perçue comme un pilier de la stabilité économique. Sa remise en cause a poussé certains investisseurs à retirer leurs capitaux, fragilisant encore davantage le dollar. À lire aussiDroits de douane: Trump met la pression en frappant la Corée du Sud et le Japon L'euro en force, les exportateurs européens en difficulté La perte de valeur du dollar profite directement à d'autres devises, notamment à l'euro. Désormais, un euro vaut environ 85 centimes de dollar, signe d'une monnaie européenne renforcée. Mais cette appréciation a un revers. Les exportateurs européens perdent en compétitivité, leurs produits devenant mécaniquement plus chers à l'international face aux biens américains vendus en dollars. En revanche, cette faiblesse du billet vert est une aubaine pour l'économie américaine. Elle permet aux entreprises locales d'exporter à moindre coût, stimulant potentiellement la croissance et l'emploi industriel. Mais les touristes européens peuvent s'en réjouir, voyager aux États-Unis coûte désormais moins cher. Reste que l'euro, malgré ses gains récents, ne dispose pas encore du statut de monnaie de réserve mondiale. Vers une guerre des monnaies et une dédollarisation mondiale ? Au-delà des effets conjoncturels, cette chute du dollar soulève des inquiétudes structurelles. De nombreux économistes redoutent une « guerre des monnaies », qui pourrait fragmenter davantage le système monétaire international et accroître les risques de crise financière mondiale. Parallèlement, un mouvement de dédollarisation est en marche. Les pays émergents, notamment les Brics, multiplient les accords bilatéraux pour contourner la monnaie américaine. Le sommet de ce week-end en a été une nouvelle illustration. Dans ce contexte de turbulences monétaires, une valeur refuge retrouve sa place : l'or. Quand les monnaies vacillent, les métaux précieux restent l'ultime ancrage de confiance. À lire aussiLe sommet des Brics sous tension après les menaces douanières de Donald Trump

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     Paul wrote to Christians, “don't get drunk with wine, which leads to reckless actions, but be filled by the Spirit” (Eph 5:18 CSB). If a believer consumes too much alcohol, it can lead to cognitive impairment and harmful behavior. But the believer who is filled with the Spirit will possess divine viewpoint and manifest the fruit of godliness, worship, and thankfulness to the Lord (Eph 5:19-20). To be filled with the Spirit (Eph 5:18) means to be under the guiding influence of the Holy Spirit, who directs the believer's thoughts, attitudes, and actions in accordance with God's revealed will in Scripture. It does not mean getting more of the Spirit—every believer already has the indwelling Spirit from the moment of salvation (1 Cor 6:19; Gal 3:2). Rather, it means the Holy Spirit gets more of you—your mind, your volition, your conduct. According to Chafer, “To be filled with the Spirit is to have the Spirit fulfilling in us all that He came into our hearts to do.”[1]      The Greek word translated filled is πληρόω (plēroō), which literally means “to make full” (BDAG, 827), but it often carries the figurative sense of being dominated, influenced, or characterized by something.[2] In Ephesians 5:18, the present passive imperative form (πληροῦσθε) indicates a continuous command for the believer to keep on being filled—that is, habitually directed and empowered by the Spirit. The passive voice implies this is something done to us, not by us; it's not something we manufacture, but something we allow through yielding. The imperative mood makes it a command to be obeyed, and this by faith (2 Cor 5:7; Heb 10:38).      This idea of internal influence is seen elsewhere—where hearts are filled with sorrow (John 16:6), minds with divine wisdom (Col 1:9), or lives with righteous fruit (Phil 1:11). In each case, the idea is a dominating influence that shapes behavior (cf. Luke 4:28; 5:26; Acts 13:45). Likewise, being filled with the Spirit means being so under His influence that our attitudes, decisions, and actions align with God's will. Ephesians 5:18-21 shows the fruit of Spirit-filling: joyful singing, gratitude, and submission. The parallel in Colossians 3:16 says, “Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you,” linking the Spirit's filling with Scripture's influence. The Spirit of God guides us by means of the Word of God, which He helps us understand and which He recalls to our thinking when needed. As we learn to walk by the Spirit (Gal 5:16), in step with His guidance, the fruit of the Spirit becomes manifest (Gal 5:22-23). The Spirit Illumines and Recalls Scripture      The Spirit of God teaches us, illumines our minds, and recalls Scripture for us to obey. Jesus told His disciples in John 16 that the Holy Spirit would “guide you into all the truth” (John 16:13), and that “He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you” (John 14:26). This promise, originally given to the apostles, has a broader application in the Church Age, as the Spirit continues to illuminate God's Word for all believers (1 Cor 2:12-13).      The Spirit of God uses the Word of God to shape and direct the child of God. He brings light to the text and light to the heart, enabling us not only to understand Scripture but to recall and apply it in real-time situations (cf. Psa 119:105). This is the backbone of spiritual growth—learning Bible doctrine, storing it in the heart, and then watching the Spirit activate that truth when it's most needed (John 17:17; 2 Tim 3:16-17). The Christian who walks by the Spirit is not passive but mentally engaged, saturated with Scripture, and spiritually responsive, willing to do God's will. As Christians learn and apply Scripture, they are wielding “the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God” (Eph 6:17). Walk by Faith      After being born again by faith alone in Christ alone (Rom 3:28; Gal 2:16; Eph 2:8-9), we are to continue in faith. Paul wrote, “as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him” (Col 2:6). We received Jesus by faith, and after being born again, we are to “walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor 5:7). The word “walk” translates the Greek verb peripateō (περιπατέω), which is here used as a metaphor for how we live, behave, or habitually conduct our lives. To walk by faith means we learn and apply God's Word to our lives (i.e., marriage, family, education, work, finances, etc.). It means obeying God's directives, claiming His promises, and utilizing His resources for our daily problems. We are also instructed to “walk by the Spirit” and not the flesh (Gal 5:16). When we live by faith and depend on the Spirit for strength and guidance, we “walk in a manner worthy of the calling” with which we have been called (Eph 4:1).      As Christians, we are commanded to “walk by the Spirit” (Gal 5:16), which means walking in daily, moment by moment, dependance of the Spirit's guidance. This means learning God's Word and applying it by faith. The walk of faith and walking by the Spirit are not two different paths—they are one and the same. Both describe the Christian life lived in moment-by-moment dependence on God. Walking by faith means trusting in God's promises, character, and provisions even when circumstances seem contrary (2 Cor 5:7; Heb 10:38; 11:1, 6). Walking by the Spirit means yielding to the Spirit's guidance, relying on His power, and following His lead in obedience to the Word (Gal 5:16, 25). These are complementary perspectives on the same spiritual reality.      The Spirit of God never leads contrary to the Word of God. And the life of faith is never disconnected from the Spirit's enablement. Just as we are justified by grace through faith (Rom 5:1), we are also sanctified by grace through faith—by walking in step with the Spirit (Gal 3:3). That means trusting Him to empower us to say “no” to the flesh and “yes” to righteousness (Rom 6:11-14; Gal 5:22-23). Faith is the channel, and the Spirit is the agent. When we walk by the Spirit, we walk by faith; and when we walk by faith, we're relying on the Spirit's power, not our own effort.      In practical terms, walking by the Spirit through faith means living each day in confident trust that God's Word is true, God's Spirit is present, and God's grace is sufficient. We don't always feel spiritual—but we can always choose to trust. It's a mindset of humble dependence that says, “Lord, I believe Your Word, and I'm counting on You to work through me today.” Summary      In summary, to be filled with the Spirit is to live the Christian life under divine influence—thinking God's thoughts, responding with His wisdom, and walking in His will. It is not an emotional high or mystical experience but a steady, faith-dependent surrender to the Spirit's guidance through the Word of God. The Spirit illumines, teaches, and recalls truth so that the believer can obey in real time. He empowers what Scripture commands and aligns our lives with God's desires. This filling is not about getting more of the Spirit but about the Spirit getting more of us—our thoughts, our attitudes, our choices. As we walk by faith, saturated with Scripture and yielded to His leading, the Spirit produces His fruit in and through us. This is the healthy Christian life: not self-powered but Spirit-enabled; not works-based but grace-driven. The filling of the Spirit is how we live out the righteousness we've received in Christ—it's the engine behind all true spiritual growth, and it happens one step of faith at a time. Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.   [1] Lewis Sperry Chafer, The Ephesian Letter (New York: Loizeaux Brothers, 1935), 151. [2] The Greek word πίμπλημι (pimplēmi) communicates a similar idea. For example, in Luke 4:28, the people in the synagogue were “filled with rage” when Jesus exposed their unbelief. Similarly, Luke 5:26 describes a crowd that was “filled with fear” after witnessing a miracle, showing how awe and reverence seized their hearts. In Acts 13:45, the Jewish leaders “were filled with jealousy” upon seeing the crowds gather to hear Paul—they didn't just envy, they were controlled by envy, and it drove them to oppose the gospel.

Dans cette édition :Le département de l'Aude est à nouveau touché par de violents incendies, avec plus de 1500 hectares de végétation partis en fumée près de Narbonne. Les pompiers luttent pour maîtriser le feu, tandis que 2000 habitants sont confinés chez eux par mesure de sécurité.La classe politique rend hommage à Olivier Marleix, député LR décédé, saluant sa mémoire et son engagement pour la République.La proposition de Mathilde Panot, députée LFI, de désarmer les polices municipales, continue de susciter de vives réactions, y compris au sein de la gauche. Le maire socialiste de Saint-Ouen critique cette prise de position jugée "démagogique".Aux États-Unis, Donald Trump repousse au 1er août la mise en place de droits de douane punitifs, qui toucheront notamment le Japon et la Corée du Sud.Sur le Tour de France, la 3e étape a été marquée par de nombreuses chutes, dont celle du maillot vert Jasper Philipsen, contraint à l'abandon.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Dans cette édition :Le président Emmanuel Macron promet une loi contre l'entrisme des frères musulmans en France, avec un renforcement du contrôle des circuits de financement et la possibilité de geler les avoirs des individus soupçonnés.À Marseille, des habitants organisent des patrouilles pour tenter de faire fuir les trafiquants de drogue qui sévissent dans leur quartier, malgré les opérations de police.Le ministre de l'Intérieur adresse une circulaire aux préfets pour plus de fermeté face aux occupations illicites de terrain par les gens du voyage, avec la nomination d'un médiateur départemental.Hommage rendu à Olivier Marleix, député Les Républicains de l'Eure-et-Loire, décédé la veille à son domicile.Incendie dans l'Aude, où plus de 2000 hectares de forêts ont été ravagés, forçant des évacuations et la fermeture de l'autoroute A9 et de la nationale 9.Guerre commerciale : les États-Unis annoncent de nouvelles surtaxes douanières visant le Japon, la Corée du Sud, la Chine, le Brésil et d'autres pays, épargnant pour l'instant l'Europe.Le tourisme en France perd du terrain face à ses voisins européens, malgré un nombre record de visiteurs étrangers, les dépenses réalisées sur le territoire étant plus faibles.Les compagnies aériennes européennes s'accordent sur un format unique de bagage cabine de 40x30x15 cm, permettant de mettre fin à la confusion pour les voyageurs.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

You've heard the mantra—men, today, need “to get in touch with their feminine side.” But this is utter nonsense. In this podcast, hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by Carlton McLeod, declare the Scripture's call for men to “act like men” and “be strong” (1 Cor. 16:13). This doesn't mean that males are to show no emotion—as Jesus wept (John 11:35), and we're all charged to be “tenderhearted” to one another (Eph. 4:32). But men aren't to cow in fear and give way to their emotions. When storms come, they're to guide their families with calm judgment and bravely lead.

Intro: The Bible, among many things, is a book of motivation. Name the subject and God gives a Scripture for its motivation. In this series of lessons, we will look at eight Scriptures that motivate us to do the ministry of missions = reaching the lost Lesson One: Psalm 126:5-6: This text is one of many in the Old Testament that give further evidence of the inspiration of the Bible. We know the New Testament is the Old Testament revealed but it is enlightening to see that the Old Testament is in many ways the New Testament concealed. Note: Num. 21:8-9; Prov. 11:30; Psalm 22; Isaiah 53; Zech. 9:9; 13:6 1. Someone must sow something. Ps. 126:5 • Precious seed. • The seed is the Word of God. Ref. Luke 8:11 2. Someone must do something. Ps. 126:6 • Go forth! Ref. Mark 16:15 • Carry the seed = the word of God. Ref. 2 Tim. 4:2 3. Someone must sow with the right motive. • With tears. Ps. 126:5 • Tears reveal our heart and God sees the heart. Ref. Ps. 139:23 4. Someone must go with the right motive. Ps. 126:6 • Soul winning, Missions, must be done with weeping. • As water is to natural seed, our tears are to Spiritual seed. Ref. Acts 20:31; Matt. 9:36 5. Something wonderful happens when we "do missions." Ps. 126:5-6 • We reap with joy. Vs 5; Ref. Gal.6:9; 1 Cor. 15:58 • Souls will doubtless be saved. Vs 6b • We will receive our reward = Crown of rejoicing. Ref. 1 Thess. 2:19

Ephesians 5:22-24 Not everyone should get married. If you prize your freedom and want independence, stay single for Christ (1 Cor 7:32-35). However, if a woman wants to have a biblical marriage, she should recognize her husband's headship (Col 3:18-19; Titus 2:3-5; 1 Pet 3:1-2). She should model the Church in relation to Christ. Of course, a wife can and should break submission if her husband asks her to sin, is mentally unwell (including substance addiction), or is physically abusive. Each situation warrants its own wisdom. The pastors and elders are here to help you through such hard situations (email: elders@lhim.org). Ephesians 5:25-27 As the wives are to submit, the husbands are to love self-sacrificially. He should model Christ in relation to the Church. When Paul wrote Ephesians, such a standard would have sounded radical. Other authors from the period like Josephus, Philo, and Plutarch mention the wife's submission, but never the husband's requirement to love, much less love like Christ! Ephesians 5:28-30 Husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. Cherish her, protect her, provide for her, and attend to her needs. Ephesians 5:31 The standard for marriage goes back to the Garden of Eden before sin ever entered the picture. The beautiful complementarity and mutuality God designed finds its fullest expression in the physical intimacy enjoyed by a husband and wife in a committed marriage (1 Cor 7:1-5). Ephesians 5:32-33 Christian marriage is a symbol, pointing to Christ's relationship with the Church. Christian marriages have an incredible opportunity to testify before a watching world.The post Ephesians Part 10: Loving Husbands, Respectful Wives first appeared on Living Hope.

Brother Laurel Smalling shared this brief encouragement toward unity among us by reminding us of the tower of Babel, where we see that not all unity is of God. May we be like those in the early church, who were encouraged by Paul to “speak the same thing” (1 Cor. 1:10) in the Lord.

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“Hay diferentes manifestaciones de poder, pero es un mismo Dios, que, con su poder, lo hace todo en todos” (1 Cor. 12:6)La reunión de las herramientas ~ Devocional de Jóvenes ~ 7 de julio 2025 ~ AD7Devocional----------------------------Code: NXEL8JMK2UIMDSPVBUSCA en Facebook el texto de la matutina:http://www.facebook.com/AD7Devocional/SIGUE en Instagram el post de la matutina y el versículo diario:http://www.instagram.com/AD7Devocional/VISITA nuestra pagina de internet:http://www.ad7devocional.comSUSCRIBE a YouTube, comparte y ve nuestros videos:http://www.youtube.com/AD7DevocionalESCUCHA a traves de Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4VfzQUU2omzsrqITRsL6AhAutor: Jorge L. Rodriguez (Rodriguez, Jorge L.)Titulo: Hoy es Tendencia - Seguir a Jesús nunca pasa de moda(Lecturas devocionales para jóvenes) (Spanish Edition). IADPA. Matutina Para JóvenesDevoción Matutina Para JóvenesGracias a Ti por escucharnos, un abrazo AD7… Hasta la próxima!

Welcome to the Podcast of Southwest Bible Fellowship in Tempe, Arizona. WHO ARE WE? • We are a group of people who are committed to living the grace life as set forth by the apostle of the Gentiles, the Apostle Paul. • We come together to study our Bibles, and yes, we believe we have God's perfect Word in the King James Bible. It and it alone is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice! • We do not come together and study our Bibles for the intent of being smarter than others. We understand that knowledge for the sake of knowledge is purely vain and serves no Godly purpose. • We do come together and study our Bibles for the intent of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ and the power of His resurrection. (Philippians 3:10) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that we have been crucified with Christ; nevertheless we live; yet not us, but Christ liveth in us: and the life which we now live in the flesh, we live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved us and gave himself for us. (Galatians 2:20) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that because Jesus Christ shed His blood for us and we should not live for ourselves but for Him, who died for us and rose again. (2 Cor. 5:15) • We do not claim to have attained to these lofty goals, but we press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14) You can donate to this ministry through www.butnow.org and the PayPal button on the homepage.

Welcome to the Podcast of Southwest Bible Fellowship in Tempe, Arizona. WHO ARE WE? • We are a group of people who are committed to living the grace life as set forth by the apostle of the Gentiles, the Apostle Paul. • We come together to study our Bibles, and yes, we believe we have God's perfect Word in the King James Bible. It and it alone is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice! • We do not come together and study our Bibles for the intent of being smarter than others. We understand that knowledge for the sake of knowledge is purely vain and serves no Godly purpose. • We do come together and study our Bibles for the intent of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ and the power of His resurrection. (Philippians 3:10) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that we have been crucified with Christ; nevertheless we live; yet not us, but Christ liveth in us: and the life which we now live in the flesh, we live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved us and gave himself for us. (Galatians 2:20) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that because Jesus Christ shed His blood for us and we should not live for ourselves but for Him, who died for us and rose again. (2 Cor. 5:15) • We do not claim to have attained to these lofty goals, but we press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14) You can donate to this ministry through www.butnow.org and the PayPal button on the homepage.

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Proclaiming the GospelJuly 6, 2025Introduction:Big Idea: Proclaim the Christ out of love, partnered with the local church.1. Reframing our ProclamationRev 1:4–7; Acts 17:30–31; Phil 1:27–30; 2 Cor 5:11–2. Resolution for ProclamationEph 6:15; Col 4:2–6; Rom 1:16–17; Lk 19:11–27; 1 Cor 15:58; 2 Cor 5:11–213. Realizing our Proclamation Jn 4:28–29, 39–42; Acts 5:42; Jn 13:34–35; 17:20–21; Phil 1:27–30; 1 Pet 3:13–16; 3:1–6; Eph 6:1–4; 2 Tim 2:24–26Conclusion:

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church” today, Pastor Ira teaches on Unstoppable Boldness. Once the disciples experienced the resurrection of Christ, Pentecost and filling of the Holy Spirit with signs and wonders, they went from hiding and denying they knew Jesus to living an Unstoppably BOLD life. This is the life we are called to. What keeps us from living as they did?Key Scriptures:Acts 4:1-21,31,1:8, 2 Tim 1:7,  Psa 118:20-23, John 16:15,15:5,20:21, Exo 3:10, 1 Cor 1:26-29, Luke 12:11-12

     To walk by faith is important to the spiritual life. Faith is a mental activity that relies on information. Biblically, faith is never blind. It is never an irrational leap into the unknown. Rather, it is a reasonable response that follows reliable information. Faith trusts facts. For example, none of us have personally seen the resurrected Christ, yet the record of Scripture is historically true and reliable, based on eyewitness accounts of people who walked with Jesus (Luke 1:1-4; John 20:27, 30-31; 21:24; Acts 4:20; 10:39; 1 Cor 15:3-8; 1 Pet 5:1; 2 Pet 1:16-19; 1 John 1:1). After Jesus' resurrection, He appeared to many people and gave proof of victory over sin and death. These eyewitnesses include Mary Magdalene and other women (John 20:10-18; Matt 28:8-9), two disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-32), the disciples without Thomas (John 20:19-25), the disciples with Thomas (John 20:26-29), the disciples by the Sea of Galilee (John 21:1-23), Peter, James, and more than 500 brethren at one time (1 Cor 15:5-7), the disciples at Jerusalem before His ascension (Acts 1:3-9), Stephen at the time of his martyrdom (Acts 7:56), Saul on the road to Damascus (Acts 9:1-6; 1 Cor 15:8), and John on the island of Patmos (Rev 1:9-18).      Faith in Christ comes from accurate historical accounts, so that even though we do not see Jesus, we believe in Him. Jesus told Thomas, “Blessed are they who did not see, and yet believed” (John 20:29b). The writer of Hebrews said, “faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see” (Heb 11:1). Peter communicated something similar to believers, saying, “though you have not seen Him, you love Him, and though you do not see Him now, but believe in Him, you greatly rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, obtaining as the outcome of your faith the salvation of your souls” (1 Pet 1:8-9). These early Christians rejoiced even though they had not seen Jesus personally. They accepted the testimony of reliable witnesses who had known Jesus, and their faith in Him resulted in the salvation of their souls.[1]      Believing in Jesus as our Savior comes after we hear and accept as true the good news that Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose on the third day (1 Cor 15:3-4), thus conquering sin and death. Jesus accomplished what we cannot—our eternal salvation. When we hear this good news of what Jesus has done for us, we can place our faith in Him (John 3:16; Acts 4:12) and be fully assured of forgiveness of sins (Acts 10:43; Eph 1:7) and eternal life (John 10:28; Rom 6:23). The benefits of the cross are applied to us the moment we believe in Jesus as our Savior. This simple act of faith results in our justification before God, “For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from works of the Law” (Rom 3:28), and “we have believed in Christ Jesus so that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by the works of the Law” (Gal 2:16). Eternal salvation is by grace alone (Eph 2:8-9), through faith alone (Rom 3:24, 28; 5:1), in Christ alone (Acts 4:12).      After being born again by faith alone in Christ alone, we are to continue in faith. Paul wrote, “as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him” (Col 2:6). We received Jesus by faith, and after being born again, we are to “walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor 5:7). Dr. Steven R. Cook   [1] The apostle John was an eyewitness to the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, and like other eyewitnesses (Matthew, Mark, and Luke), he documented the historical events of Messiah. The whole of John's Gospel had a purpose, and that was to convince people that Jesus is the Messiah and that if they believed in Him, they would have eternal life. John wrote, “many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name” (John 20:30-31). What John recorded in his Gospel is historically accurate and sufficient to lead a person to believe in Jesus as the Messiah and, after believing in Him, to be blessed with eternal life. That's good news! When we preach Christ, we provide the necessary information for others to make an intelligent decision to believe in Him for eternal life. The gospel is good news information about the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus (1 Cor 15:3-4). At a moment in time, a single act of believing in Jesus as our Savior will save us eternally. The Jesus we believe in is the God-Man (John 1:1, 14; Col 2:9), the Jewish Messiah (Matt 1:1, 17), who was sinless (1 John 3:5), died a substitutionary death for everyone (Mark 10:45; Rom 5:8), paid our sin-debt in full (Col 2:14; Heb 10:10, 14), was resurrected on the third day (Acts 10:40; Rom 6:9), and is the only Savior of mankind (John 14:6; Acts 4:12). The only response from us is to accept the good news and believe in Jesus as our Savior, for “whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life” (John 3:16).

À la frontière entre la Corée du Nord et du Sud s'étend la zone démilitarisée. Une bande de terre de quatre kilomètres de large interdite aux civils. Tous ? Non, quelques apiculteurs travaillent dans cette zone très fermée. Loin des hommes, à la frontière entre deux pays ennemis, ils produisent un miel unique au monde et tentent de protéger la biodiversité exceptionnelle du lieu. De notre envoyé spécial de retour de Paju, Passé le poste de contrôle de la première division d'infanterie sud-coréenne, nous retrouvons Park Jeong-seon, apiculteur en plein cœur de la zone démilitarisée, tout proche de la frontière avec la Corée du Nord. Un petit terrain entouré d'arbres, loin de la civilisation. Une zone unique dans laquelle il a choisi de travailler. « Ma mère est Sud-Coréenne, mais mon père est Nord-Coréen, il est venu au Sud après avoir fait défection. Je suis né non loin d'ici à Paju, mais je voulais vraiment me rapprocher du pays de mon père, donc j'ai pris un terrain ici. » La zone démilitarisée, interdite aux civils, est par accident un havre de biodiversité. Loin des hommes et de la pollution, c'est un endroit parfait pour les abeilles. Mais au loin, des explosions se font entendre, nous rappelant que l'armée n'est pas très loin, ce qui est parfois un casse-tête pour l'apiculteur. « L'armée ne me laisse venir ici que de 8 à 18 heures. Ce qui peut être embêtant, car parfois, je dois venir très tôt ou rester très tard pour m'occuper des abeilles, mais je suis forcé de partir et d'attendre les heures d'ouverture de la zone démilitarisée. » Une réserve de biodiversité bien protégée par les armes, mais qui n'est pas immunisée contre l'étalement urbain. Une menace pour les abeilles de monsieur Park : « Chaque année, ils enlèvent des barbelés et commencent à construire de plus en plus à l'intérieur de la zone démilitarisée, des logements, des usines. Chaque barbelé enlevé est une menace de plus pour la nature et toutes les autres espèces qui vivent ici, il faut les protéger. » Au-delà de l'environnement, Park Jeong-seon, par son parcours familial et professionnel, est un véritable trait d'union dans une péninsule coupée en deux. Au travers des barbelés, il rêve un jour d'une réunification avec le pays de son père. « Comme beaucoup d'autres ici, je suis partisan de la réunification des deux Corées. Mon rêve serait d'aller en Corée du Nord, élever mes abeilles sur la montagne sacrée Paektusan. »

La présence d'un minuteur sur les ventilateurs en Corée du Sud est directement liée à une croyance populaire très répandue, connue sous le nom de "fan death" (mort par ventilateur). Selon cette idée, dormir dans une pièce hermétiquement close avec un ventilateur en marche pourrait provoquer la mort, notamment pendant la nuit.Cette croyance, encore très ancrée dans l'imaginaire collectif sud-coréen, a plusieurs explications — aucune scientifiquement fondée, mais toutes révélatrices d'un mélange de préoccupations médicales, culturelles et historiques.Les explications avancéesPlusieurs théories ont été proposées pour expliquer cette "mort par ventilateur" :L'asphyxie : le ventilateur ferait baisser le taux d'oxygène ou augmenterait celui de dioxyde de carbone dans une pièce close. En réalité, un ventilateur ne consomme pas d'oxygène : il brasse simplement l'air existant.L'hypothermie : selon cette hypothèse, un souffle d'air constant pendant la nuit pourrait faire chuter la température corporelle jusqu'à provoquer la mort, surtout chez des personnes âgées ou affaiblies. Là encore, aucune donnée scientifique sérieuse ne vient confirmer ce lien.Les perturbations du rythme respiratoire : certains avancent que le souffle d'air perturberait la respiration durant le sommeil. Mais aucune étude n'a pu établir de mécanisme réel.Une origine historique et politique probableCe mythe pourrait avoir été renforcé — voire entretenu — dans les années 1970 par les autorités sud-coréennes, à une époque où le gouvernement cherchait à limiter la consommation d'électricité. Encourager les gens à éteindre les ventilateurs pendant la nuit via une "alerte santé" aurait été un moyen détourné de réduire la demande énergétique sans imposer de restrictions officielles.Pourquoi le minuteur ?Face à cette croyance, les fabricants coréens ont intégré un minuteur automatique sur leurs ventilateurs, permettant à l'appareil de s'éteindre après une durée déterminée. Ce geste rassurant répond à la demande des consommateurs, même si le risque est inexistant. C'est un exemple typique de technologie façonnée par une croyance culturelle.En résuméLa mort par ventilateur est une légende urbaine coréenne profondément ancrée, sans base scientifique, mais avec des racines historiques et sociales. Elle a néanmoins eu un impact concret sur la conception des produits domestiques, illustrant comment une croyance peut façonner la technologie d'un pays. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven,... your will be done,  on earth as it is in heaven." -Matthew 6:9-10In this episodeDevotion from Tom Barthel "Your Will Be Done" (Mt 6:10)Koine “The Lord's My Shepherd I'll Not Want”Devotion from Nathan Nass (2 Cor 4:17)Peace Devotions “Three Different Answers”The Lutheran Ceili Orchestra “Be Thou My Vision”Find a WELS or ELS ministry near you https://yearbook.wels.net/unitsearch

Des astuces pour perdre du poids ou pour avoir un ventre plat, des conseils pour se couper l'appétit, des discours motivants pour résister à la faim... Depuis plusieurs mois, le culte de la minceur a fait son grand retour sur les réseaux sociaux, en particulier TikTok. Portés au départ par une poignée d'influenceuses américaines, le hashtag SkinnyTok (skinny pour maigre en français) a été interdit par la plateforme mais les contenus agressifs et culpabilisants continuent de prospérer. La tendance n'est pas nouvelle, chaque année, à l'approche de l'été, la presse féminine, les salles de sport ou centres de remise en forme, les réseaux sociaux s'emparent du «summer body» et des kilos à perdre. Si l'émergence du mouvement «body positive» avait permis de mettre en avant d'autres discours et d'autres corps, la minceur voire la maigreur continue d'être érigée en standard de beauté dans de nombreux pays. Des injonctions qui poussent les jeunes filles à se sentir toujours trop grosses. Comment résister à ces discours complexants ? Comment construire son identité de femme loin des stéréotypes ? Quelles responsabilités des plateformes de réseaux sociaux ?   Avec : • Juliette Lenrouilly, journaliste spécialisée dans l'analyse des contraintes sociétales que subissent les femmes. Autrice du livre Affamées - enquête sur la culture de la minceur (Fayard, 2025)  • Clémentine Hugol-Gential, professeure à l'Université de Bourgogne spécialisée dans les sciences de l'information et leur influence sur l'alimentation. Autrice de Corps, alimentation et réseaux sociaux (éditions Le Murmure, 2024). Un éclairage de Célio Fioretti, correspondant de RFI à Séoul en Corée du Sud.   En fin d'émission, la chronique Ecouter le monde de Monica Fantini, un nouvel épisode d'une série consacrée à la voix humaine, aujourd'hui à la découverte du «son inoubliable».    Programmation musicale : ► Mo so - Valérie Tribord ► Slow - Wizkid & Anais Cardot.

There is a shocking command in the Bible: "You are to deliver this man to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord" (1 Cor. 5:5). What does this mean? Find out in today's episode as Brandon, Chris, and Rob dive into the Scripture to discover how love and holiness go hand-in-hand, and how Satan is even involved in the process.

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As we mark Independence Day, Msgr. Roger Landry walks us through Catholic contributions to our first freedom: the freedom of religion., and why faith is so inherent to our country. We also discuss the beauty and joys of motherhood and why we are called to not only be saints but raise them. We also talk to Sean Pott of Knights of Columbus all about a new faith formation program for men called Cor. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!