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The city of Corinth was a place of commerce. Nobody went there except to be successful. It was built from scratch just a few decades before Paul's letter was written. There were not old families and traditions. This was a place that attracted an unusually resourceful, talented, ambitious, intense kind of person. And right into this culture, Paul says, “I don't care how rich or talented you are. If you're irritable, impatient, selfish, self-centered, self-pitying, driven and anxious, you have nothing. Don't say, ‘I just have a few personal issues to deal with.' You have nothing.” Paul says character is everything. And so what is inner love and joy? What is the inner supernatural change in character that God can bring? In 1 Corinthians 13, we see 1) two things that heart character is not, and 2) one thing that it is. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on January 13, 2002. Series: Practical Grace; How the Gospel Transforms Character. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

“But I am not surprised! Even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.” (2 Corinthians 11:14 NLT) When I was a kid, I collected snakes. I’m not sure why, but I used to be fascinated by them. I had all kinds. I would read books about snakes. I would go out looking for snakes and bring them home. I was bitten many times. I discovered that you never really know what a snake is thinking. Snakes aren’t expressive creatures; they’re cold-blooded reptiles. Snakes are nothing like dogs. You know where you are with a dog at any given moment. When a dog looks at you with his tongue hanging out and his tail wagging, you know he’s friendly. But if a dog bares his teeth and the hair on his back starts to stand up, then you know he isn’t happy. You always know where you stand with a dog. But you never know with a snake. A snake maintains the same expression all the time. A snake will suddenly bite you, and you won’t even see it coming. In Genesis 3:1, we’re told, “The serpent was the shrewdest of all the wild animals the Lord God had made” (NLT). He was shrewd because he didn’t make his intentions obvious. His approach concealed his true purpose. He didn’t show up and say, “Hi, I’m the devil. Maybe you’ve heard of me. I hate God, I hate you, and I want to destroy you. I was wondering if you wanted to hang out. I have some ideas.” The Bible tells us that the devil was a serpent, but it doesn’t say that he slithered. He slithered after he was cursed (see Genesis 3:14). We don’t know what he looked like before the curse, but there seems to be something fascinating, interesting, and appealing about him. Perhaps he was attractive, and that made his temptation attractive. The apostle Paul wrote, “But I am not surprised! Even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light” (2 Corinthians 11:14 NLT). What could be less threatening than an angel of light? Pop culture plays into the devil’s hands by depicting him as a red, cloven-footed, pitchfork-wielding monster. If that were the case, he would be an obvious threat. He wouldn’t be able to get close to us because our first instinct would be to run from him. We would have no trouble following James’ instruction, “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you” (James 4:7 NLT). The devil is able to get close to us because he is shrewd. He can hide his true nature. He can disguise his purposes and strategies. He can convince us to lower our guard and ignore our conscience. In short, he makes himself as irresistible as possible. The devil may be wicked, but he isn’t stupid. He approaches us with a practiced subtlety. To resist him, we must stay close to God and His Word. He is helpless against them. Reflection question: What subtle means might the devil use to tempt you? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What priorities will drive us to a pure heart?Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 115:1-8Wisdom - Proverbs 23:26-28Witness - 1 Corinthians 7-9Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

Share a commentIf “love” is everywhere, why does it feel so thin? We dig into agape, the kind of love Scripture treats as the finishing touch of spiritual maturity and the one quality that keeps everything else from going off the rails. Peter's list in 2 Peter 1 stacks up virtues like knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, and godliness, then lands on love as the crown. We talk about why that matters: without agape, knowledge quietly turns into pride, virtue hardens into legalism, and perseverance becomes self-preservation.We also slow down and compare the common Greek words for love. Storge is family affection, philia is friendship built on shared interests, and eros is sexual desire that needs commitment to avoid becoming selfish and disposable. Then we get to the surprise: the New Testament keeps choosing agape, a word the surrounding culture barely used, because it points to a supernatural, learned way of living that doesn't rise naturally in us.From there we step into 1 Corinthians 13 and let Paul confront us. You can be gifted, eloquent, and loaded with Bible knowledge, but without love you're just making noise, and without love you're nothing. That lens changes how we speak, how we serve, and even how we post online, where bragging can become “helpful content” and envy can hide behind a smile. If you want a clearer, more practical picture of biblical love that shows up in patience, kindness, humility, and self-giving action, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with what challenged you most.Learn more about twenty-five years of global impact, and reserve tickets to our gala. https://www.wisdomonline.org/mp/25 Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show

What if one of the clearest signs of generosity isn't simply how much we give, but how deeply we desire to participate?In 2 Corinthians 8, the apostle Paul describes a group of believers whose generosity was remarkable—not because they had abundant resources, but because they were eager to give even amid significant hardship.Their example shows us what happens when grace transforms the heart.Generosity in the Midst of HardshipPaul is writing to encourage the church in Corinth to participate in a collection for believers in Jerusalem who were experiencing severe need. To encourage them, he points to the churches of Macedonia.But the Macedonians weren't wealthy benefactors with plenty to spare. Paul writes:“We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, begging us earnestly for the favor of taking part in the relief of the saints.” - 2 Corinthians 8:1–4Paul describes their circumstances in striking terms: severe affliction and extreme poverty. Yet alongside those circumstances was an “abundance of joy,” and somehow the combination overflowed into generosity.Perhaps the most surprising detail is that they begged to give.Paul wasn't begging them for money. They were asking Paul for the privilege of participating.From Obligation to OpportunityThat posture can feel unfamiliar. Even within the church, giving can easily begin to feel like another financial obligation—a bill to pay, a percentage to calculate, or a requirement to satisfy. The question becomes, “How much am I supposed to give?”The Macedonians appear to be asking a very different question: How can we be part of this?They knew their brothers and sisters were suffering, and they didn't want their own difficult circumstances to prevent them from participating in their care.Paul tells us where that desire came from. He begins the passage not by praising the impressive generosity of the Macedonians, but by saying, “We want you to know…about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia.”Their generosity was evidence of God's grace at work in them. Verse 5 takes us even deeper: “They gave themselves first to the Lord.”That came before the money. Before offering their resources, they had entrusted themselves to God.Grace Changes What We TreasureWhen we understand that we belong to Christ and that everything we have ultimately comes from His hand, generosity looks different. It becomes less about losing something and more about participating in what God is doing.That doesn't mean Scripture calls Christians to give recklessly or neglect legitimate responsibilities. Paul provides important balance later in the same chapter:“For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have.” - 2 Corinthians 8:12Paul continues by explaining that his goal is not for some believers to be relieved while others are left burdened. Rather, he describes a kind of mutual care in which one person's abundance can meet another person's need.So the point of the Macedonians' example is not that everyone should give beyond what they can responsibly afford. The deeper lesson is about the posture of the heart.Do I primarily see generosity as something being taken from me, or as an opportunity God may be placing before me?When I encounter someone in need, is my first instinct to protect what is mine, or am I willing to ask whether God has entrusted me with something I can share?The Macedonians' circumstances were difficult, but grace had reshaped what they valued.The Greater Example of GenerosityUltimately, Paul doesn't leave our attention on Macedonia. He points us to Jesus. 2 Corinthians 8:9 says:“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.”That is the foundation of Christian generosity. We don't give in order to earn God's favor. We give because, in Christ, we have already received grace beyond measure.And when that grace captures our hearts, generosity begins to change.It becomes more than something we have to do. It becomes something we're grateful to get to do.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have about $36,000 in student loan debt at 9%, and after decades of repayment I feel like I'm barely making progress. Would paying every two weeks help, and should I consider using home equity to pay it off?I have a whole life policy with a term rider I didn't realize was included. Should I remove the rider, keep it until it expires, or redirect that money into the whole life policy instead?I'm selling my home for less than I originally paid, but the buyer wants the contract price listed higher to cover closing costs. How would that affect my taxes, and could any gain impact my Social Security?My husband and I own our home, and I want my daughter to inherit it without unnecessary difficulty. What's the best way to structure that?Resources Mentioned:Become a FaithFi PartnerFaithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly MagazineFaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough? Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob WestWisdom 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)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What made Caleb's spirit different?In this episode of More Than Conquerors, Terry and Reneé Mize explore The Spirit of Faith and the connection between believing God's Word and speaking from that belief.Terry explains the distinctions he draws between the law, fruit, gift, and spirit of faith. Through Caleb's example, Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 4:13, and a practical illustration about growing a fruit tree, they discuss cultivating faith for everyday life.Terry also recalls his early missionary years with Jackie in Oaxaca, Mexico, while Reneé shares encouragement about approaching God confidently in prayer.FEATURED RESOURCEThe Spirit of Faith — Dr. Terry L. Mize3-CD teaching set: $20https://shop.terrymize.com/products/the-spirit-of-faithIncludes The Spirit of Faith; Where the Word of a King Is, There Is Power; and How Big Is Your God?Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:13; Psalm 116:10; Numbers 14:24; Joshua 14:6–12; Romans 3:27; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 Corinthians 12:7–11; Hebrews 4:16; 1 John 5:14–15Connect with Terry Mize Ministries:Website: https://terrymize.comPartner / Give: https://terrymize.com/givePodcast: https://terrymize.com/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrymizeministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrylmize/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@terrymizeministriesJackie Mize International Children's Foundation: https://orphan1.com

Have you ever felt like you have to get everything right before you can finally feel successful? You eat healthy. You work out. You drink your water. You make good choices. You're “on track.” And then…you have dessert. Or you miss a workout. Or you have a stressful day and find yourself eating in a way you didn't plan to. And suddenly, that little voice starts talking: “Well, I blew it.” “I need to get back on track.” “I'll start again Monday.” But what if the problem isn't that you need more discipline? What if you've been trying to live your health journey from a place of perfection instead of grace? Because here's the thing about perfection: you can chase it, but you can never actually catch it. And when you believe you have to be perfect, every mistake feels like failure. Today, we're going to talk about what happens when you trade perfection for grace. And I don't mean grace as an excuse to stop caring about your health. I'm talking about a grace that allows you to make mistakes without turning them into shame…a grace that lets you get back up without punishing yourself…and a grace that reminds you that your worth was never dependent on your ability to eat perfectly, exercise perfectly, or have the perfect body. And most importantly, we're going to ground this conversation in God's Word. Because 2 Corinthians 12:9 reminds us that God's grace is sufficient in our weakness. Hebrews 4:16 tells us that we can approach God's throne of grace with confidence. And Lamentations 3:22–23 reminds us that His mercies are new every morning. So what if you stopped trying to prove that you can do this perfectly…and started learning how to receive God's grace right in the middle of your imperfect journey? Let's talk about what that could look like. If you need accountability to make progress in this area, I'm here to help! Email me at taraj@dietditching.com and let's chat. Also, don't forget about my Facebook group, LOSE WEIGHT, LIVE FREE—come join and let's get connected.

Today is day 275 and we are studying The Second Commandment. 275. What does the second commandment mean? God's people are neither to worship man-made images of God or of other gods nor to make such images for the purpose of worshiping them. (Exodus 20:23; 34:17; Leviticus 26:1; Deuteronomy 4:15–20; 27:15; Psalm 97:6–9; Acts 17:22–29; 2 Corinthians 6:16–18) We will conclude today by praying the Daleth Stanza of Psalm 119 which is verses 25-32 found on page 429 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Netflix's Narnia remake gives Aslan a female voice. Here's why Christians should care.In this Culture Review episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Daniel Hayworth, Pastor Stephen Martin, and Pastor Nathan Brown unpack the Netflix Narnia controversy: why Aslan is C.S. Lewis's picture of Christ, and why rewriting him teaches children a different Jesus. Then they take on a Talarico-connected pastor calling the Bible a "magic book," an Ohio home prayer meeting headed to court, New York nuns fighting an assisted suicide law, and why Christian support for Israel is slipping. Perfect for the commute, the gym, or the drive.You'll Learn:✅ Why the Narnia story is a gospel presentation, and what's lost when culture rewrites it✅ Why compassion means caring for the dying, not causing death✅ How church history already answered today's "new" heresies

You've prayed about it for months, maybe even years, and you're starting to wonder if it's time to give up hope. We've been there too. In this episode, Ellen sits down with Kaci Nicole Harlow to talk about the painful reality of waiting on God, and how to remain faithful with unanswered prayers. Kaci shares from her own long season of waiting for marriage and motherhood, offering biblical encouragement for anyone wrestling with disappointment, comparison, or questions about what God is doing.They discuss:How to keep trusting God when your prayers are going unansweredWhy God cares about who we're becoming while we waitHow to resist comparing your journey to someone else'sWhy prayer matters for the waiting seasonWhat it looks like to be faithful with what God has made clear todayCheck out Kaci's new book, So Much Better: Daring To Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and ExpectantScripture referenced:Hebrews 11:8-19 | 2 Timothy 2:13 | Philippians 4:6 | Deuteronomy 29:29 | 2 Corinthians 3:18About Kaci Nicole:kacinicole.com | @kacinicole | So Much Better Bible StudyKaci's Bible study tools:ESV Single Column Journaling Bible | Mr. Pen Highlighters | Enduring Word App

In this episode we talk about the uncomfortable reality that unless the Lord returns first we will all die one day and discuss the wisdom that comes through this awareness.Scriptures referenced:Psalm 90:12Philippians 1:232 Corinthians 5:8Romans 6:23Romans 3:23John 5:24John 14:6John 3:16John 17:3Luke 23:43Acts 4:12Ecclesiastes 7:2Ecclesiastes 7:4Galatians 5:22-23Ephesians 5:15-16Matthew 11:28-30Psalm 39:4-5BibliographyLewis, C. S. The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis. Vol. 2, Books, Broadcasts, and the War, 1931–1949. Edited by Walter Hooper. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2004.Tolkien, J. R. R. The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of "The Lord of the Rings." 2nd ed. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1965.Feel free to email the podcast at ijustwanttotalkabout@gmail.com, and we will respond as soon as we are able!I WANT TO BE DISCIPLEDI am on staff with another ministry called Mentoring Men for the Master (M3). M3 is a discipleship ministry; so, if you are interested in being discipled and having someone come alongside you to invest in you and your walk with Jesus, or if you would like to do this in someone else's life, feel free to email us at info@mentoringmen.net. You can also check out M3's website by clicking "I want to be discipled". Also note that despite the ministry's name, M3 disciples both men and women; so, the offer is open to all!I WANT TO SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTERIf you would like to sign up to receive newsletter updates, simply click "I want to sign up for the newsletter" and fill out the form. Also, feel free to check out our most recent newsletter.I WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking "I want to support the podcast". I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!...

Have you ever wondered what happens when God allows the powers of darkness to be unleashed upon a rebellious world? And why, after experiencing unimaginable judgment, would people still refuse to repent? On this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Chris Fuller dives into Revelation 9, one of the most mysterious and terrifying chapters in the book of Revelation. We'll explore the fifth and sixth trumpet judgments, the opening of the abyss, the terrifying locust-like creatures, Abaddon and Apollyon, the four angels bound at the Euphrates, and the enormous army released upon the earth. Grab a Cup of Coffee and your Bible and follow along.   //Resources Used In This Episode// Revelation 8:13, Revelation 9:1–21, Revelation 20:1–3, Genesis 1:2, Genesis 2:14, Genesis 15:18, Genesis 19:24–28, Exodus 10:21–23, Job 1:6–12, Isaiah 14:12–15, Isaiah 44:9–20, Jeremiah 1:14–15, Ezekiel 9:3–4, Ezekiel 32:18–24, Joel 1:4, Joel 2:2–11, Psalm 115:4–8, Luke 10:18–20, Luke 16:19–31, 1 Corinthians 10:19–21, 2 Peter 2:4, 2 Peter 3:8–9, Jude 6, Revelation 1:20, Revelation 6, Revelation 7:1–8, Revelation 11:7, Revelation 17:8, Revelation 20:1–3   //Other Episode You Might Enjoy// https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/295-revelation-think-again/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/296-revelation-7-hearts-of-7-churches/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/297-revelation-the-lamb-and-the-scroll/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/298-revelation-6-the-opening-of-the-seals/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/299-revelation-7-who-can-stand/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/300-revelation-8-judgment-is-coming/   // Helpful Links // https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast The Christian Standard Bible: https://csbible.com Lifeway Christian Resources: www.lifeway.com Got Questions?: www.gotquestions.org Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://www.crossformedkids.com RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com Twin Valley Coffee:  https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com) Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org South Side Baptist Church - https://www.southsidesbc.org/ Hope Coffee - https://hopecoffee.com/ Isaiah 6 Ministry - https://linktr.ee/isaiahsix?utm_source=qr_code

Send us Fan MailProsperity can sound like a scam word until you separate what's biblical from what's flesh. We're not interested in hype or debates. We want God's heart, because blessing, increase, provision, stewardship, and generosity are all over the Bible, and we don't want people throwing out truth just because they've seen it abused.We talk through godly prosperity versus ungodly prosperity with real stories from our lives. Tabitha shares what it was like growing up poor and why staying poor isn't “godly.” We also take you into our early marriage years when our combined income was tiny, debt was heavy, and scarcity thinking showed up everywhere. That pressure can break a marriage, but it can also expose what needs to change, including mindset, priorities, and habits.Then we go to Scripture and define prosperity the right way: not just money, but a successful journey, a healthy soul, and a life that works. We unpack key passages like Deuteronomy 8:18, Psalm 35:27, Proverbs 11:25, and 2 Corinthians 8:9, plus the misunderstood “camel through the eye of a needle” text using basic biblical hermeneutics and context. Our bottom line is simple: money is a tool, generosity is the aim, and prosperity should always have purpose.If you've ever felt guilt about wanting more, or you've been trapped in a poverty mindset, this will challenge you and build your faith. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a healthier view of Christian finances, and leave a review to help more people find the show.

Are you ready for the test?Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 114Wisdom - Proverbs 23:22-25Witness - 1 Corinthians 4-6Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

Mark and Emily continue the Essentials of the Local Church series by digging into communion. They explore why a God who loves remembrance gave his people a repeated meal, what Paul's warnings actually mean, who should take it (including kids), how different traditions understand the bread and the cup, and why Mark wishes Cornerstone could celebrate it every single week.Episode Highlights01:01 — Baptism happens once, communion is repeated remembrance02:11 — Reading 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 and the Passover roots of the Lord's Supper03:15 — Baptism as initiation, communion as a gospel rehearsal03:41 — What the early church practiced06:19 — How often should a church take communion?07:37 — Who is communion for?08:52 — Eating and drinking judgment: Paul's warning to believers, not outsiders10:33 — Should a believer ever abstain from communion?12:19 — Kids and communion: should they wait until baptism?16:21 — Mark's communion cup confession from the Cornerstone stage18:02 — Who should administer communion?18:46 — Four views of the elements: transubstantiation to mere symbolism22:16 — Why Mark wishes we took communion weekly23:03 — Communion outside the local church: small groups, conferences, and weddingsResourcesCornerstone Sermons: Listen OnlineAsk Mark a Question!Suggest a topic or question for Mark to discuss on a future episode of the Equip Podcast!

Everyone seems to have something to say in Corinth, but who is being helped by what is heard? Paul would rather speak five understandable words than ten thousand in a tongue. He calls for speech that teaches, encourages, and consoles, then tells some speakers to wait, others to remain silent, and the Church to weigh what is said. His instructions also address women's speaking in the assembly and confront those who claim spiritual authority while rejecting the Lord's command. How does the Church distinguish a speaker's desire to be heard from speech that builds up Christ's people?   The Rev. James Peterson of St. John Lutheran Church in Curtis, Nebraska, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Corinthians 14:1–40.  To learn more about St. John Lutheran in Curtis, visit facebook.com/stjohncurtis. What happens when Christians turn their pastors into rival teams, take one another to court, and leave their neighbors hungry at the Lord's Supper? Corinth gives Paul plenty to write about. Questions about marriage, meat sacrificed to idols, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection bring the apostle into the daily life of a church struggling with pride and division. Through it all, he keeps bringing them back to Christ crucified and risen.  In 2 Corinthians, the strained relationship between Paul and the people he loves brings its own painful questions about forgiveness, faithful ministry, suffering, and weakness. These letters give us the treasure in jars of clay, the promise of resurrection, and the assurance that Christ's grace is sufficient. Join Thy Strong Word as we study 1 and 2 Corinthians verse by verse and hear what God speaks to a troubled church He has called His own.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

This Sunday, Mike Erre talked about Paul's contrast between wisdom and foolishness in 1 Corinthians. Now Mike, Kevin Dixon, Chris McClarney, and Tim Timmons recount the woes of being (old) men. They also celebrate unexpected moments of joy and hope in the world.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Not the real intro00:21 Bleeping Edwin00:28 The real intro01:00 Team Banter Rejoice14:00 Content begins25:40 How do we work on our cynicism toward the Church?35:53 Are we called to determine good and evil?47:10 Do we see God in Seth Erre or the flood?Continuity and Discontinuity: Perspectives on the Relationship Between the Old and New Testaments by John S. Feinberg, Rodney Petersen & Willem A. VanGemeren  ————Have a question or comment for the NOW team? Join the conversation by commenting below or texting us at +1 615 861 9503.

Episode 06: Faith & Fitness: Is Wanting to Lose Weight Vanity?Is it biblical to want to lose weight?Can Christian women pursue fitness without becoming consumed by appearance?How do we care for our bodies while keeping Jesus at the center?In this episode of Daughters of Armor, Coach Crystal and Coach Nikita unpack what Scripture actually says about health, fitness, discipline, and stewardship. In a culture that often promotes body obsession, comparison, and performance, they offer a refreshing, biblical perspective on pursuing health for God's glory—not for the approval of others.Together, they discuss how to build healthy habits that strengthen your body without making fitness your identity, why spiritual disciplines should come before physical disciplines, and how every workout, meal, and healthy choice can become an act of worship.Because getting healthy God's way isn't about chasing the perfect body...It's about becoming the woman God has called you to be.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Faith and Fitness02:30 1 Corinthians 10:31—Doing everything for God's glory04:03 Your body as a reflection of God's image05:28 Balancing fitness goals with biblical principles07:59 Gratitude-driven fitness versus insecurity-driven fitness10:00 Prioritizing spiritual disciplines before physical disciplines12:03 Renewing your mindset: Glorifying God through fitness14:00 The power of self-control and discipline16:01 Fitness as training for godliness17:57 Guarding against comparison, pride, and social media19:58 Giving yourself grace through different seasons22:01 Fitness as worship and ministry24:10 The Holy Spirit's role in lasting transformation26:00 Building a biblical foundation for body stewardship27:55 The future of faith-based fitness30:00 Closing encouragement and practical takeawaysIf This Episode Encouraged You...

Is the Old Testament Obsolete for New Covenant Believers? (Part 01) References: John 5:39 Luke 24:13-27 1 Chronicles 22:5-13 Haggai 2:2-9 Hebrews 12:26. Zechariah 6:12-13 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 Daniel 9:24-27   www.thesatisfiedgod.com Subscribe to our YouTube page - The Satisfied God Podcast YouTube Please like and follow our Facebook page - www.facebook.com/thesatisfiedgodpodcast Thanks for all your support in every way. Please share this Channel with your friends. We are available on every major podcast provider, including Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Spotify. Also, please subscribe to be made aware of every new episode. Thanks for listening and feel free to contact me at rabonbyrd@gmail.com You may help financially in the following ways: Give via PayPal by clicking this link: www.paypal.me/thesatisfiedgod Give via Cash App - $RabonByrdTSG Give via Venmo: @RabonTSG Give via Zelle - rabonbyrd@gmail.com You may send financial support or other communications via U.S. mail to: PO Box 186 Marshall, AR 72650. Checks payable to Rabon Byrd. Memo: Satisfied God Podcast

Order my new book Politics, Economics and New Testament Interpretation: Amazon: https://a.co/d/0aFo5AeDLCI: https://libertarianchristians.com/store/politics-economics-and-new-testament-interpretation/In this episode I explore Paul's statement in 1 Corinthians 2:2 that he “desired to know nothing among you [the Corinthians] except Jesus Christ and him crucified”. I explain how Paul always has the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus in mind and that Christ's death is always conceptualized as crucifixion. In this context, Paul is appealing to the Corinthians to imitate Christ and overcome the divisions which are plaguing the church, and how the cross serves as the model for Christian ethics. I argue that the cross must be the starting point for Christian discipleship, and that there is no area of life, including political and economic activity, which isn't, for the believer, conditioned by the cross. What would happen if the church of today determined to know nothing except the crucified Christ?Media Referenced:https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/politics-economics-and-new-testament-interpretation-with-alex-bernardo/https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/all-things-to-all-people-1-corinthians-919-23/https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-257-the-rulers-of-this-age-are-passing-away-1-corinthians-26-8/Sign up for LCI's 2026 Conference in Cincinnati, OH on Saturday, October 17! Many LCI content creators, including myself, will be speaking at the event, and it will be an excellent opportunity to connect with likeminded, liberty-loving Christians. Check out the event and sign up here: https://libertarianchristians.com/conference/The Protestant Libertarian Podcast is a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute and a part of the Christians For Liberty Network. The Libertarian Christian Institute can be found at www.libertarianchristians.com.Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com.  You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod, and YouTube, @ProLibertyPod, where you will get shorts and other exclusive video content. For more about the show, you can go to theprotestantlibertarianpodcast.com. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Go to libertarianchristians.com, where you can donate to LCI and buy The Protestant Libertarian Podcast Merch! Also, please consider giving me a star rating and leaving me a review, it really helps expand the show's profile! Thanks!

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Description: Join Brother Mike on Hardcore Christianity (hardcorechristianity.com) for a critical examination of sensational claims and sensationalism within the modern prophetic movement. Analyzing recent assertions—including claims of physical heavenly visitations, miraculous manifestations, and bizarre descriptions of the afterlife—Brother Mike turns to Scripture to warn against false doctrines, deceptive spirits, and sensationalized spiritual claims. This broadcast calls believers to test every spirit against biblical truth and remain anchored in sound doctrine. Key Takeaways Biblical Warnings on False Doctrine: Paul’s instructions in 2 Timothy and 2 Corinthians warn believers against turning to myths or accommodating "another Jesus" and false spirits. Critique of Sensational Claims: A closer look at recent claims of physical visitations, unverified miracles, and extraordinary descriptions of heaven within modern prophetic circles. Need for Discernment: Why sensationalism and commercialization in ministry can lead believers away from foundational scriptural truth. A Call to Spiritual Deliverance: Encouraging believers involved in extreme or unbiblical movements to seek spiritual clarity, truth, and freedom. Featured Bible Passages 2 Timothy 4:2–4 – “Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort... For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine...” 2 Corinthians 11:3–4 – “For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus... or if ye receive another spirit... ye might well bear with him.” Support the show: https://hardcorechristianity.com/donations/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 118: "When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child; when I became an adult, I put an end to childish ways." – 1 Corinthians 13:11---As you grow in your life of prayer do you find yourself less in need of both human and divine consolations? What can we learn regarding our growth in spiritual maturity from the widow and her "mite" size offering in Luke's gospel? (See Luke 21:1–4.) Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin shares some thoughts on "putting an end to childish ways" (not to be confused with "childlike ways") and growing in spiritual maturity. Tying the theme of being purified of our desire to be validated by the world and people around us and instead seeking to please God and God alone, Julia shares with listeners Reflection #77 from her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I titled "An Audience of One"---⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theworldisnoisy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠journeysrevealed.com

Chapter 4: Reconciliation Through Christ | Key #1 | freedomGIVERHow can broken, sinful people have access to a perfectly holy God?In Chapter 4, Reconciliation Through Christ, Anna introduces the first key to freedom: the incredible reality that because of Jesus, our broken relationship with God has been restored. Through Christ's once-for-all sacrifice, we have been brought near and given access to God as our Father.Through stories, Scripture, and reflection, we'll explore atonement, reconciliation, mercy, and grace and discover what it means to be in Christ. We no longer stand outside trying to earn our way in. Jesus has made the way.I believe that because of Jesus, I am fully reconciled to God and have access to Him as my Father.2 Corinthians 3:17John 14:6Leviticus 16:15–16Romans 5:8Romans 5:10–112 Corinthians 5:18–19Hebrews 4:14–16Ephesians 2:18Romans 5:1–2Psalm 23:6Romans 8:1–2Hebrews 10:22–23freedomGIVER is a chapter-by-chapter audio companion to Anna Nash's study, Living Every Day in the Reality of the Gospel. Each episode will walk alongside a chapter of the study, helping you slow down, listen, reflect, and live more fully in the freedom Jesus has already given you.The freedomGIVER workbook will be available in January 2027 so you can read, journal, process Scripture, and work through the study alongside these audio episodes.Follow or subscribe so you don't miss the next chapter.To learn more about Anna, her other studies, books, speaking, and resources, visit annanash.net.Music: “Hopeful”Music licensed through Soundstripe.

Daily Evening Prayer (9/30/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalm 147-150; Tobit 6; 1 Corinthians 15; Hymn 415If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/

As believers, we have to get rid of stinking thinking and begin thinking according to who God says we are.The Christian life is not about trying to become a new creation—we already are a new creation in Christ Jesus! The challenge is learning to live, think, and walk according to the new life God has already given us.The more aware we become of who we are in Christ, the more it changes the way we live here on earth.It's time to stop thinking like the old person and start thinking with an eternal mindset.

Daily Evening Prayer (9/30/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalm 147-150; Tobit 6; 1 Corinthians 15; Hymn 415If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/

What does Paul really mean when he warns Christians not to be “unequally yoked together with unbelievers”?In today's message, Gary continues through 2 Corinthians 6 and 7, examining Paul's deeply personal appeal to the troubled church at Corinth. Gary explores the danger of syncretism—the blending of biblical Christianity with competing beliefs—and why Paul urged believers to remain grounded in sound doctrine.

Most of us have asked God for more power. Pastor Jon Thompson wants to know when you last asked God what you DON'T get.Jon has spent nearly three decades on staff at Sanctus Church in Toronto. Along the way he led a functionally cessationist congregation into spiritual gifts, spiritual disciplines, and a three-year season of renewal. So when he says "God's 'no' is your best friend," it isn't a slogan. It comes from a close reading of Romans 12:3 and the "measure" God assigns to every gift.ABOUT THIS EPISODEA lot of believers were told that if they prayed harder, fasted longer, and lived holier, more anointing would follow. And when it didn't, some burned out, while others quietly stopped asking God for anything at all. Joshua Lewis sits down with Jon, author of Convergence, to examine whether that promise was biblical in the first place.Josh and Jon discuss:- Why Jon reads Romans 12:3 as a guardrail for leaders, not a ceiling to break through- Whether praying, fasting, and holiness unlock "more" anointing- What 1 Corinthians 14:1 and 2 Timothy 1:6 mean for pursuing spiritual gifts- The regulative vs. normative principle- Where godly ambition comes from, and where it doesn't- Whether spiritual gifts are residential or occasional- Common, office, gift, and assignment authority in deliverance ministryThey don't agree on everything. Join us for a healthy discussion among Christian brothers about how to biblically operate in spiritual gifts.0:00 – Introduction3:07 – Convergence Book Origins6:20 – Regulative vs Normative Principle11:52 – Courts of Heaven Gnosticism16:02 – Romans 12 Anointing Limits32:12 – Godly Ambition & Sovereignty49:01 – Guaranteed Places of Encounter59:41 – Revival and House Rules1:03:09 – Love, Word, Power Gifts1:08:29 – Residential vs Occasional Gifts1:15:13 – Office & Authority in DeliveranceABOUT THE GUEST:- Jon Thompson Books & Resources: https://jonthompsonresources.com/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit.

How do you hold it together when things are falling apart at the same time? In 2 Corinthians 4, Paul shows us that we can be honest about the pressure we're facing without losing sight of the hope we have in Jesus. Join Celebration Church Orlando as we discover what it means to hold both the hardship we're experiencing and the hope that keeps us standing.Connect with Us:Next Steps: https://celebrationorl.org/Subscribe: Don't miss an episode or message—follow along!Follow Us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/2MConG0 / Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Yxe6h7Feedback: Have questions? Need prayer? DM @celebrationorl or email celebra...

Season 7, Episode 6 | Pastor Chad catches up with Tyler Smith, who shares how a prayer to start discipling someone was answered when a young football coach asked to know the Lord. A dropped connection cuts Tyler off, and Chad continues alone through 1 Corinthians 2:6-16.

Today's reading is great follow-up to this past Sunday's sermon.Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 113Wisdom - Proverbs 23:19-21Witness - 1 Corinthians 1-3Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

Send us Fan MailTemptation rarely kicks the door down. More often, it slides in through a thought we don't challenge, a scroll we don't stop, or a private habit we keep feeding until it feels bigger than us. We're opening the Bible and getting honest about what Christian men actually face, using 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 as our anchor: stay humble, stay alert, and trust God to provide a real way of escape when pressure hits.Come see us at Man Camp in Wanship, Utah on September 25-27, at the I'm Just a Guy Vision Men's Summit in Raleigh, North Carolina on October 10 and at The Camp For Men in Fall River, Kansas on October 23-25. To find out more and to register visit https://thelionwithin.us/events/ There are seasons in life where God can feel painfully quiet. Prayers seem unanswered, direction feels unclear, and the silence itself can slowly begin to shape how we view Him, ourselves, and the future ahead. If this resonates you may enjoy this plan that just released on the Bible App. To dive into this 5-day plan check it out here https://thelionwithin.us/devotional/im-just-a-guy-silent/It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Have you been waiting for life to settle down before you start decluttering or caring for your home? Maybe there's a room you keep shutting the door on, and you think, "Why start now? I don't even know what's coming next." In this Christian devotional, we walk through Jeremiah 32 in the KJV. Jerusalem was under siege. Jeremiah was a prisoner. And God told him to buy a field. He bought it, signed the deed, and preserved the documents. Then he brought his confusion to the Lord. God's answer is our anchor passage, Jeremiah 32:26–27: "Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying, Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?" I share how this passage spoke to me when I was surrounded by clutter, unfinished home projects, and too many commitments. We talk about God's sovereignty, faith that acts before sight, and the temptation to let everyday responsibilities slide while we wait for a bigger answer. Jeremiah 32 is God's promise to restore His people to their land, not a promise about our circumstances. But Jeremiah's response shows us what obedience can look like in our homes and spiritual lives, even when we still have questions. For reflection: Where are you waiting for your circumstances to change before you start tending to what God has put in your care? Scriptures in this episode: Jeremiah 32:1–44; Jeremiah 37:11–21; Leviticus 25:25; Ecclesiastes 11:4; Luke 16:10; 1 Corinthians 6:20; Ephesians 1:13–14; Hebrews 11:1; Genesis 18:14; Luke 1:37 Join the fall decluttering challenge: Five Rooms, Five Things, Five Prayers. October 26. Email info@organizewithkristina.com with the word "challenge" to be added to the list.

What if you simply stopped carrying the weight? The Bible doesn't tell you to manage your worries, carry them better, or learn how to live under the pressure. It tells you to CAST THEM ON GOD. In Day 3 of Worry Free Living, we're looking at Psalm 55:22 and 1 Peter 5:7 and learning what it actually means to release the weight of your worries, cares, anxieties, and burdens onto God.

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  Jesus healing the two  blind men and then warning them not to let people know about it.  Scripture References: Matthew 9:30; 1 Corinthians 15; Matthew 9:23-38; 2 Corinthians 5:7; Proverbs 3:5-6; Luke 9:23 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com   Support the show

Brian talks with Pastor Jeremiah Stingl of Living Water Community Church in Bolingbrook, Illinois, as the church approaches its 10-year anniversary with him as lead pastor and 53 years of ministry in the community. Jeremiah shares his testimony of being arrested for drug charges as a teenager and being court-ordered into the Teen Challenge rehab program, where he sensed God's call to ministry while reading 1 Corinthians 9. He explains how that background shapes his pastoral approach with compassion rather than shame toward people in difficult circumstances, describes his church's welcoming culture — complete with paninis and a coffee cafe — and its Assemblies of God emphasis on the active work of the Holy Spirit. Jeremiah discusses navigating income inequality and religious diversity in his community, casts a vision for expanding the church's 15-acre campus with a future daycare and school, and closes with an encouragement from Philippians 4:6-7 on presenting anxieties to God with thanksgiving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wherever you are today, this biblical meditation, narrated by Melissa Disney, offers a quiet space to pause and reconnect with God. What does it mean to be holy? Meditate on 2 Corinthians 7:1. Abide is a Christian meditation app that helps you experience peace and grow in your relationship with Christ through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Try Abide free for 30 days and explore our premium, ad-free meditations here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Abner Chou • 2 Corinthians 3:1–3:18 • Sermon Notes (Lesson | Lesson | Video) • Every Woman's Grace

Scripture References: Isaiah 56:7-8, Leviticus 1:1-2, Leviticus 12:8,Exodus 20:24, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Matthew 21:12-17,Mark 3:1-6,Luke 15:11-31, Mark 11:12-19, Luke 19:45-48, John 2:13-22,Ephesians 1:6-7, Ephesians 2:4-6, Colossians 1:27, Colossians 2:10Friend, are you looking for a grace-based, Christ-centered church to callhome? If so, please let me invite you to my home church. Just click onthe following link:https://gracerevonline.comBeloved, if you need prayer for a challenge you are facing- please let usstand in faith with you through the Digital Prayer Experience providedby my church. You can receive pre-recorded prayers from my pastorsand leaders 24 hours a day- 7 days a week! Just click the following link: https://gracerevonline.com/prayer

Our bodies wear down, but our inner life can be renewed day by day. In Simply Soulful, we turned to 2 Corinthians 4:13 and ask what it means to attend to both the soul God is renewing and to God, through the ordinary practices of the Examen, contemplation and conversation, shared devotion, and Sabbath. Reflection Questions:Where, when, and in what circumstances have you experienced soul satisfaction? Is your "inner self" being renewed day by day? If so, how? If not, why, and what could you do differently tomorrow?Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Psalm 103Simple Saints---Tired of consumer Christianity? So are we.Come rest in Jesus. | Sundays at 10:10AM642 Brookhurst Dr, Dallas, TX 75218.Christ City Church is a faith family following Jesus together in east Dallas.Learn more at www.christcity.lifeFollow us on...IG: ⁠@christcitylife⁠X: ⁠@christcitylife⁠TH: ⁠@christcitylife⁠FB: ⁠christcitychurchdallas⁠YT: ⁠@christcitylife

I still believed in God. I still loved Him. I still preached about Him. But somewhere along the way, I stopped putting Him first. In Episode 77 of Legendary Faith Podcast, I'm sharing an honest, vulnerable look at how I drifted from God—and how, through hardship, I'm learning to rely on Him again. Sometimes even good things—our families, relationships, and everyday desires—can take a place in our hearts that belongs to God. What happens when we start looking to those things for the peace only He can give? Together, we'll explore: • Recognizing the distractions and idols that crowd God out. • Finding strength in Him when we feel weak. • Returning to prayer, Scripture, worship, and quiet time with God. • Allowing hardship to grow our faith and compassion for others. If you still believe in God but miss feeling close to Him, this episode is an invitation to take a step toward Him today. You don't have to have everything figured out to begin. Scriptures discussed include 2 Corinthians 12:10 and Proverbs 3:5–6.

At Times, Are You Unrepentant in Your Spiritual Life and, Therefore, “storing up wrath for yourself on the {Judgement} day of wrath”? MESSAGE SUMMARY: Penitence is not a once in a lifetime occurrence. Penitence is a daily and moment by moment occurrence. None of us is perfect, and not one of us always does the will of God. Paul, in Romans 2:4-5, is unequivocal in establishing the need for your continuing penitence and the consequences of your not repenting of your sins on a real-time basis: “Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance? But because of your hard and impenitent heart you are storing up wrath for yourself on the day of wrath when God's righteous judgment will be revealed.". Therefore, we all need to repent and return to the Lord. You can become cocky and arrogant in your spiritual life – “I am a Christian; God has done this for me.”. As the Psalmist tells us in Psalms 32:5 of his confession and his penitence: “I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, ‘I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,' and you forgave the iniquity of my sin.". You can rest on our perceived laurels; but these perceptions, of personal goodness and righteousness, can lead you quickly to a need for your penitence.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Most merciful God I confess that I have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what I have done, and by what I have left undone. I have not loved you with my whole heart; I have not loved my neighbors as myself. I am truly sorry and I humbly repent. For the sake of your son Jesus Christ, have mercy on me and forgive me; that I might delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of Your Name. Amen.  TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will rejoice in Him (Philippians 4:4). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Mathew 3:8-11; Romans 2:4-5; 2 Corinthians 7:10; Psalms 140:1-13. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon:  “Remembering “he who is forgiven little, loves little”, Is Your Focus Outward in the Love and Service of Others?”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Should a Christian attend a same-sex wedding—even when it's someone you deeply love? Does attending mean approval, and does declining mean rejection? Those are painful questions. In this video, I respond to a viewer wrestling with a possible wedding invitation from a family member. I explain why I would not attend a same-sex wedding, how I would communicate that decision, and why biblical conviction must never become an excuse for cruelty or withdrawing our love. We'll look at what Jesus teaches about marriage, why attending a wedding raises a different question than sharing a meal, and how to respond with both clarity and compassion. But the conversation cannot end with a declined invitation. In 1 Corinthians 6:9–11, we find the hope that must shape our response: forgiveness, cleansing, and new life in Jesus Christ. Sexual sin is not beyond the reach of the gospel. And none of us stands before God without needing his grace. Love doesn't require affirmation. Conviction doesn't excuse cruelty. We have one Savior for sinners. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 1:14 Matthew 19:4–5 Romans 1:26–27 Ephesians 5:11 John 8:11 1 Corinthians 6:9–11 Subscribe for practical Bible teaching that helps you know God's Word, understand God's Word, and apply God's Word. SUBSCRIBE TO THE DAILY https://beresolute.org/mdd/ EXPLORE BIBLE STUDIES AND RESOURCES https://beresolute.org/ Live all in. Vince Miller | Resolute #ChristianLiving #BiblicalMarriage #BibleTeaching

Every week, Pastor Keith Foskey and his wife Jennifer tackle questions from around the world on theology, ministry, culture, and the Bible, while interacting live with viewers in the chat. From serious doctrine to fun conversation, Your Calvinist Live is a place for thoughtful discussion, biblical insight, and a few laughs along the way. Join us live and be part of the conversation!Questions and Timestamps:Was Paul the one caught up to heaven in 2 Corinthians?  51:30What should Christians think about Christian Nationalism and theonomy?  57:37Are Greek and Hebrew interlinears useful for laypeople? 1:07:00Why did Jesus have to leave for the Holy Spirit to come? 1:11:00Does Left Behind accurately represent premillennialism? 1:13:40Is full preterism a damnable heresy? 1:18:52When does prepping become a lack of faith in God? 1:24:10How should Christians respond when family dismisses the needs of autistic children? 1:30:07Septuagint, Masoretic Text & the KJV 1:41:02Baptism in/of the Holy Spirit 1:49:44The First Resurrection in Revelation 20  1:58:50Does God Change His Mind?  2:01:00What falls under the Regulative Principle of Worship? 2:06:00Support the Show: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/Yourcalvinisthtto://www.page50.com/yourcalvinistPage50 is a Marketing Company that is committed to helping you build your brand with truth, goodness, and beauty. They do web design, videography, SEO, content creation, branding, and consulting. And for a limited time, you can get a free website audit, which can help you discover how your website is performing and what you can do to improve it. Just go to page50.com/yourcalvinist to get started.https://www.TinyBibles.comYou can get the smallest Bible available on the market, which can be used for all kinds of purposes, by visiting TinyBibles.com and when you buy, use the coupon code KEITH for a discount.Love Coffee? Want the Best? Get a free bag of Squirrelly Joe's Coffee by clicking on this link: https://www.Squirrellyjoes.com/yourcalvinistor use coupon code "Keith" for 20% off anything in the storeDominion Wealth Strategies Visit them at https://www.dominionwealthstrategists.comhttp://www.Reformed.Moneyand let them know we sent you! https://www.HighCallingFitness.comHealth, training, and nutrition coaching all delivered to you online by confessionally reformed bodybuilders and strength athletes.Visit us at https://www.KeithFoskey.comIf you need a great website, check out https://www.fellowshipstudios.com

Abner Chou • 2 Corinthians 3:1–3:18 • Sermon Notes (Lesson | Lesson | Video) • Every Woman's Grace

In this episode of Arise and Abide, Curtis and Sally read Isaiah 23 and reflect on God's judgment of Tyre, a wealthy and influential city brought low because of its pride. Their conversation explores the cycle of pride, shame, and self-reliance—and why changing outward behavior is not enough if the deeper condition of the heart remains unchanged. Curtis and Sally discuss the difference between healthy confidence and pridefulness, the temptation to measure our worth through performance or good works, and the freedom that comes when our identity rests in Christ instead of our own accomplishments. Isaiah 23 ultimately points beyond temporary correction to humanity's deeper need for Jesus. Through His grace, we do not have to hide in shame or build ourselves up through pride. Instead, we can acknowledge our need for God, give Him the glory for what He has done, and find our confidence in Christ. "If you want to boast, boast only about the Lord." — 1 Corinthians 1:31

How do you break free from the same sin you keep going back to? You can love Jesus, go to church, and read your Bible—and still feel stuck in a cycle you can't seem to break. Maybe you've tried harder, promised yourself you'd stop, or kept your struggle hidden because you're afraid of what people might think. In Week 3 of UNSTUCK, Pastor JC Worley unpacks two lies that keep Christians stuck: the belief that more willpower will fix everything and the shame that tells us to hide our struggles. Through Scripture, we discover that lasting freedom comes through Jesus Christ, not simply trying harder or keeping everything a secret. God's grace doesn't just forgive you. It teaches you how to live differently. Whether you're struggling with a recurring habit, shame, or a pattern you can't seem to break, this message will help you take your next step toward freedom in Christ. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: John 8:36 Romans 3:23 1 Timothy 4:7 Romans 7:15, 24–25 2 Corinthians 7:10 Titus 2:11–12 James 5:16 Matthew 5:29 Romans 13:14 ⛪ ABOUT GO CHURCH GO Church exists to love people to life by helping people take their next step with Jesus. With multiple locations and an online campus, GO Church is a place where you can grow in your faith, build meaningful relationships, and discover your purpose.

00:00:00 1 Corinthians 1 – Paul Exhorteth to Unity and Preacheth Christ Crucified00:03:46 1 Corinthians 2 – The Wisdom of God is Revealed by the Spirit00:05:52 1 Corinthians 3 – Christ the Only Foundation and Believers the Temple of God00:08:31 1 Corinthians 4 – The Apostles Servants of Christ and Stewards of the Mysteries00:11:17 1 Corinthians 5 – The Incestuous Person to be Cast Out and Purged00:13:09 1 Corinthians 6 – Lawsuits Avoided and the Body is the Temple of the Holy Ghost00:15:46 1 Corinthians 7 – Paul Treateth of Marriage and Virgins00:20:48 1 Corinthians 8 – Of Meats Offered to Idols and Christian Liberty00:22:38 1 Corinthians 9 – The Minister's Support and Paul All Things to All Men00:26:11 1 Corinthians 10 – Sacrifices of Idols to be Avoided and All to God's Glory00:29:52 1 Corinthians 11 – Of Covering Heads and the Lord's Supper00:33:32 1 Corinthians 12 – Diversity of Spiritual Gifts in One Body00:36:56 1 Corinthians 13 – The Excellence and Preeminence of Charity00:38:40 1 Corinthians 14 – Prophecy Preferred to Tongues for Edification00:43:42 1 Corinthians 15 – The Resurrection of Christ and of the Dead00:49:52 1 Corinthians 16 – Collection for the Saints and Final Exhortations