Podcasts about Delight

We lay out a three-week fast built on delight, meditation, and restoration, urging our church to trade hurry for presence and build real reserves of faith. Through priestly imagery and Jesus' parables, we learn to trim excess, replenish oil, and carry faithful light into our city.• Fasting as attention to God, not deprivation• Delight reshaping desire at the year's start• Tending the flame: trimming wicks and filling oil• Meditation over information for scripture intake• Honest self-examination without condemnation• Naming distractions that drain oil• Waiting on the Lord as active strength• Wise and foolish virgins: living with reserve oil• Creating margin, refusing hurry and false urgency• Practicing dependence on the Holy Spirit• Moving from private devotion to public compassion

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Disappointment has a way of showing up unexpectedly—sometimes through life-altering hardship, and sometimes through smaller shifts that still sting deeply. This devotional reminds us that even when our disappointments feel insignificant compared to others’ struggles, they still matter to God because they matter to us. And while we may wish disappointing days would disappear completely, Scripture is honest that trouble is part of life. But so is God’s steady presence. One of the most comforting truths offered here is that disappointment is not proof that God is disappointed in us. It isn’t a sign that we’ve done something wrong or that we’ve fallen out of favor. Instead, God knows exactly where we are, and He has not abandoned us in the space we’re in. The devotional points to Psalm 18:19 as a reminder that God rescues and provides refuge because He delights in His children. That means even when circumstances feel cramped, heavy, or discouraging, God can still lead us into a “spacious place”—a place where peace is present, where protection is real, and where we can still see His blessings at work. God’s delight in us is constant. And in return, He invites us to find our delight in Him—even on disappointing days. That doesn’t mean ignoring sorrow or forcing happiness. It means turning toward the One who remains faithful, who offers refuge in the middle of our letdowns, and who is guiding us toward a future shaped by His goodness. Even in disappointment, we are never outside God’s care, His plan, or His delight. Main Takeaways Disappointment is part of life, but it is never proof that God is disappointed in you. God is not surprised by your circumstances—He is present and active in them. The Lord offers refuge and rescue in the very middle of discouragement. God delights in you consistently, even when your joy feels threatened. You can find true delight in God’s presence, even on hard days. Today’s Bible Verse: Psalm 18:19 Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With the One Who Overcomes by Keri Eichberger Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What if the sound of heaven is laughter?Drawing on The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, biblical wisdom, and surprising research, this episode explores joy not as a personality trait, but as a spiritual strength. Humor. Playfulness. Delight. These are not distractions from spiritual growth. They are often the pathway into it.From babies laughing at peekaboo to the story of Isaac, whose very name means laughter, we discover that joy is woven into the heart of God. Even more, joy is compatible with pain. Real joy does not deny suffering. It survives it.So today, laugh. Do something fun for no reason at all. You might just discover that God is closer than you thought.

Commit Your Ways Series

The NN Pod breaks down Arsenal's win away on the south coast as Mikel Arteta's side navigate a difficult afternoon at Bournemouth and keep momentum building ahead of Liverpool's visit to the Emirates.We begin with a deep dive into a disjointed first half — why Arsenal struggled for control, how Bournemouth disrupted rhythm, and where structure and decision-making fell short. The conversation then shifts to the second-half response, with Declan Rice's authority, aggression, and brace central to Arsenal regaining control and getting the job done.Key discussion points include:Why Arsenal played into Bournemouth's hands earlyRice's leadership, mentality, and growing influence in defining gamesGabriel's error and instant redemptionMidfield balance, pressing, and second-half adjustmentsFrom there, we move into Whip Around the Grounds (WATG), covering the weekend's Premier League action — including Liverpool, Manchester City, Spurs, Aston Villa, and the wider title-race context.Next up is VARse, breaking down refereeing and VAR flashpoints from across the league, including major incidents at Brentford vs Spurs and Fulham vs Liverpool, alongside a wider discussion on offside decisions, consistency, and the state of VAR.The episode also steps away from the pitch to discuss:Ruben Amorim's Manchester United exit and the wider managerial churnEdu, Nottingham Forest, and reassessing narratives around recruitment and influenceWe wrap up with:The Who Am I? (Game)A Liverpool preview, looking ahead to a pivotal night at the Emirates — mindset, tactics, and what Arsenal must get rightAnother three points secured. Standards tested. Attention turns to what comes next.Chapters:(00:00) – Arteta's Non-Negotiables Intro(00:57) – Moment of Silence for Amorim(01:33) – BOUARS: Team News: Rice Travels, Havertz Misses Out(02:21) – BOUARS: Starting XI & Centre-Forward Concerns(03:32) – Early Patterns & Front Three Balance Issues(05:34) – First-Half Disjointed Display & Zubimendi Struggles(07:22) – Playing Into Bournemouth's Press(09:10) – Ødegaard Control & Structural Limitations(10:34) – 1–0 | Gabriel Error: How Bournemouth Took the Lead(12:15) – 1–1 | Instant Redemption: Gabriel Levels It(15:18) – Madueke: On-Ball Brightness vs Off-Ball Problems(18:00) – Half-Time Reset & Tactical Adjustments(19:07) – Declan Rice Takes Control(21:30) – Refereeing Frustrations & Rice's Edge(24:41) – 1–2 | Ødegaard Assist, Rice Finish(27:57) – 1–3 | Rice's Second & Midfield Authority(31:35) – 2–3 | Bournemouth Pull One Back(33:34) – Game Management & Closing the Door(36:33) – Referee Performance & Late-Game Decisions(40:35) – Match Stats, xG & Big Picture Takeaways(43:04) – PT.2 Who Am I? (Game)(44:27) – GW20 Whip Around the Grounds(51:35) – VARse: Brentford vs Spurs(57:51) – VARse: Fulham vs Liverpool Offside Debate(01:05:05) – GW20 Takeaways & Title Context(01:09:56) – Wolves Win & West Ham Problems(01:12:34) – Edu, Nottingham Forest & Recruitment Debate(01:17:25) – Post-Match Reactions: Ruben Amorim Exit & United Chaos(01:24:41) – Slot, Carragher, Rice & Zidane?(01:27:41) – Liverpool Preview: Stakes & Selection(01:32:16) – Arsenal vs Liverpool Tactical Expectations(01:40:40) – Final Thoughts(01:42:00) – Who Am I? Answer & Closing

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PSALM 40 1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. 3 He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD. 4 Blessed is the man who makes the LORD his trust, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods. 5 Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders you have done. The things you planned for us no one can recount to you: were I to speak and tell of them, they would be too many to declare. 6 Sacrifice and offering you did not desire, but my ears you have pierced; burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not require. 7 Then I said, "Here I am, I have come - it is written about me in the scroll. 8 I desire to do your will, O my God, your law is within my heart. 9 I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, as you know, O LORD. 10 I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and salvation. I do not conceal your love and your truth from the great assembly. 11 Do not withhold your mercy from me, O LORD; may your love and your truth always protect me. 12 For troubles without number surround me; my sins have overtaken me, and I cannot see. They are more than the hairs of my head, and my heart fails within me. 13 Be pleased, O LORD, to save me; O LORD, come quickly to help me. 14 May all who seek to take my life be put to shame and confusion; may all who desire my ruin be turned back in disgrace. 15 May those who say to me, "Aha! Aha!" be appalled at their own shame. 16 But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who love your salvation always say, "The LORD be exalted!" 17 Yet I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me. You are my help and my deliverer; O my God, do not delay. NIV 84 LESSON NOTES Waiting on the Lord Is a Posture, Not a Pause Waiting on the Lord is not passive inactivity but an intentional heart posture of trust, dependence, and surrender. Whether we are resting or working, our hearts can remain oriented toward God. God Responds Personally to Those Who Wait Psalm 40 reveals a personal God who turns toward us, hears our cries, lifts us from the slimy pit, sets our feet on solid ground, and puts a new song in our mouths. Waiting is worth it because God responds. Blessing Comes From the Object of Our Trust True happiness is found not in how strong our faith feels, but in who our faith is in. Even mustard-seed faith produces blessing when the Lord is its object. God's Wonders Always Outnumber Our Sins and Troubles David admits his sins and troubles are “too many to count,” yet he boldly declares that God's wonders are even greater. The sermon emphasizes this hope-filled truth: you cannot out-sin God's goodness, and grace always outweighs guilt. Delight, Not Duty, Is the Goal of Obedience Both David and Jesus teach us that true obedience flows from delight in God's will, not mere obligation. God opens our ears so that obedience becomes our joy, not our burden. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Where in your life are you currently being asked to “wait on the Lord”? How does viewing waiting as a heart posture rather than inactivity change how you approach that situation? 2. What are some “old mental tapes” that tend to play in your mind? How might God want to replace them with a “new song” of truth and praise this year? 3. Psalm 40:4 emphasizes trusting the Lord rather than people, success, or security. What objects are you tempted to trust in other than the Lord? 4. How might intentionally practicing gratitude (such as journaling God's wonders) help reshape your perspective when guilt, anxiety, or trouble feels overwhelming? 5. Of the three “songs” from this sermon— “Blessed is the one who makes the Lord their trust,” “Many are the wonders you have done,” “I delight in doing your will”— which one do you most need to put on repeat this season, and why?

Plant yourself in Him. Delight in Him. Know the Word, trust the Word, do the Word.

Sunday evening message from the pulpit of Shawano Baptist Church

Text: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Snowflakes & Warm Hearts: A Winter Festival's Delight Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-04-08-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht boven de Amsterdamse wijk was grijs en dreigend.En: The sky above the Amsterdamse district was gray and threatening.Nl: Sneeuwvlokken vielen zachtjes op de daken, straten en bomen.En: Snowflakes gently fell on the roofs, streets, and trees.Nl: Het was winter en Nieuwjaarsdag naderde snel.En: It was winter, and New Year's Day was approaching quickly.Nl: Jeroen stond in de deuropening van de grote gemeenschapszaal, een plek die hij graag omtoverde tot het hart van de buurt.En: Jeroen stood in the doorway of the large community hall, a place he loved to transform into the heart of the neighborhood.Nl: Vandaag moest alles op tijd klaar zijn voor het winterfestival.En: Today, everything had to be ready on time for the winter festival.Nl: Dit festival was zijn idee om de buurt samen te brengen.En: This festival was his idea to bring the neighborhood together.Nl: Jeroen zette optimistisch zijn muts op en sloeg zijn sjaal om zijn nek.En: Jeroen optimistically put on his hat and wrapped his scarf around his neck.Nl: Hij groette de voorbijgangers en liep naar Sanne, die al druk in de weer was.En: He greeted passersby and walked over to Sanne, who was already busy.Nl: Haar wenkbrauwen waren gefronst.En: Her eyebrows were furrowed.Nl: Sanne hield ervan dat dingen precies gingen zoals gepland, maar het weer gooide roet in het eten.En: Sanne liked things to go exactly as planned, but the weather threw a wrench in the works.Nl: Ze had de versieringen tot in de puntjes uitgedacht, maar de sneeuw maakte het buitenprogramma onzeker.En: She had thought through the decorations down to the last detail, but the snow made the outdoor program uncertain.Nl: "Sanne," zei Jeroen vriendelijk, "we moeten misschien kijken naar een binnenoptie gezien het weer."En: "Sanne," said Jeroen kindly, "we might need to consider an indoor option given the weather."Nl: Sanne keek even op van haar checklist en zuchtte.En: Sanne glanced up from her checklist and sighed.Nl: "Binnen?"En: "Indoors?"Nl: vroeg ze sceptisch.En: she asked skeptically.Nl: "Heb je een idee hoe dat er dan uit gaat zien?"En: "Do you have any idea what that might look like?"Nl: Jeroen knikte.En: Jeroen nodded.Nl: Hij had al een plan, maar wist dat het overtuigen van Sanne niet makkelijk zou zijn.En: He already had a plan, but he knew that convincing Sanne would not be easy.Nl: Niet ver weg stond Bram.En: Not far away stood Bram.Nl: Hij hield zich op de achtergrond.En: He kept to the background.Nl: Bram vond het hele gedoe rondom het festival maar overbodig.En: Bram found all the fuss around the festival unnecessary.Nl: Maar omdat zijn vrienden meededen, hielp hij ook.En: But because his friends were involved, he helped, too.Nl: "Bram, kunnen we jou voor iets vragen?"En: "Bram, can we ask you for something?"Nl: vroeg Jeroen.En: asked Jeroen.Nl: Bram haalde zijn schouders op.En: Bram shrugged.Nl: "Ik denk erover," antwoordde hij, niet overtuigd.En: "I'll think about it," he answered, not convinced.Nl: De avond voor het festival sloeg het weer om.En: The night before the festival, the weather turned.Nl: Er viel meer sneeuw dan verwacht.En: More snow fell than expected.Nl: Jeroen bleef rustig en besloot zijn binnenplan in werking te zetten.En: Jeroen remained calm and decided to put his indoor plan into action.Nl: De loods waar het festival eerst gepland stond werd omgebouwd tot een knusse, feestelijke ruimte met warme lichten en gezellige muziek.En: The hall where the festival was first planned was transformed into a cozy, festive space with warm lights and cheerful music.Nl: Het was niet het plan dat Sanne had willen volgen, maar zo kon het festival doorgaan.En: It wasn't the plan that Sanne had wanted to follow, but this way the festival could go on.Nl: Toen de ochtend van het festival aanbrak, stonden Jeroen, Sanne en Bram voor een uitdaging.En: When the morning of the festival arrived, Jeroen, Sanne, and Bram faced a challenge.Nl: Alles moest snel verplaatst worden naar binnen.En: Everything had to be quickly moved indoors.Nl: Het was spannend.En: It was exciting.Nl: Sanne vond het moeilijk om de controle los te laten, maar ze realiseerde zich dat ze op haar team kon vertrouwen.En: Sanne found it hard to let go of control, but she realized she could rely on her team.Nl: Bram, geraakt door de inzet van zijn vrienden, besloot ook serieus mee te doen.En: Bram, touched by the effort of his friends, decided to take it seriously, too.Nl: Samen met een grote groep buurtgenoten werkten ze hard.En: Together with a large group of neighbors, they worked hard.Nl: Als vanzelf begon het festival in de gezellige warmte van de gemeenschapszaal.En: Naturally, the festival began in the cozy warmth of the community hall.Nl: Het rook er naar warme chocolademelk en oliebollen.En: It smelled of hot chocolate and oliebollen.Nl: Kinderen renden rond en buren lachten en praatten met elkaar.En: Children ran around, and neighbors laughed and talked with each other.Nl: Het geluid van muziek vulde de ruimte terwijl de sneeuw buiten stilletjes bleef vallen.En: The sound of music filled the room while the snow quietly continued to fall outside.Nl: Jeroen keek om zich heen en glimlachte.En: Jeroen looked around and smiled.Nl: Het festival was een succes.En: The festival was a success.Nl: Ondanks de uitdagingen had de gemeenschap zich verenigd.En: Despite the challenges, the community had united.Nl: Sanne leunde ontspannen terug en gaf zich over aan de sfeer.En: Sanne leaned back, relaxed, and gave in to the atmosphere.Nl: Ze voelde zich opgelucht en gelukkig.En: She felt relieved and happy.Nl: Ze had geleerd dat soms dingen goed komen, zelfs zonder alle controle.En: She had learned that sometimes things turn out well, even without full control.Nl: Bram keek naar de mensen om hem heen en besefte dat, ondanks zijn twijfels, deze momenten waardevol waren en hij wilde vaker deel uitmaken van zulke gebeurtenissen.En: Bram looked at the people around him and realized that, despite his doubts, these moments were valuable, and he wanted to be part of such events more often.Nl: Het winterfestival was meer dan een viering.En: The winter festival was more than a celebration.Nl: Het was een nieuwe kans voor de gemeenschap om samen te komen.En: It was a new opportunity for the community to come together.Nl: Ze waren niet alleen een buurt, maar vrienden.En: They were not just a neighborhood, but friends.Nl: De warmte binnen de zaal weerkaatste in de harten van de bewoners, terwijl buiten de sneeuw de straten bleef bedekken.En: The warmth inside the hall was reflected in the hearts of the residents, while outside, the snow continued to cover the streets. Vocabulary Words:threatening: dreigendapproaching: naderdedoorway: deuropeningcommunity hall: gemeenschapszaaloptimistically: optimistischpassersby: voorbijgangersfurrowed: gefronstwrench: roetindoors: binnenskeptically: sceptischconvinced: overtuigdcalm: rustigtransformed: omgebouwdcozy: knussecheerful: gezelligechallenges: uitdagingencontrol: controlerely: vertrouwentouched: geraaktfestival: festivalhot chocolate: warme chocolademelksuccess: succesrelieved: opgeluchtvaluable: waardevolopportunity: kanscelebration: vieringneighborhood: buurtheart: hartensnowflakes: sneeuwvlokkenunexpected: onverwacht

People search for answers in books, advice, and personal experiences to discover God's purpose for their lives. But Scripture is clear: God has already revealed His will. God's will is not guesswork. The Scriptures show that His will is expressed in how we live, who we become, what we value, and how we respond to Him. God's will is not hidden, complicated, or reserved for a select few. It is clear, practical, and available to every believer. The real question is not whether we know God's will, but whether we are willing to do it. This teaching covers: • What Scripture explicitly says is God's will • Why holiness and sanctification matter • Living with joy regardless of circumstances • Praying continually as ongoing relationship, not ritual • Giving thanks even in hardship • Why God cares more about who you are than what you do • Faithfulness in small things as preparation for greater responsibility Sermon Notes 1 Thessalonians 4:3 – 8 Your body sanctified 1 Thessalonians 5:16 – 18 Rejoice, pray & give thanks Matthew 6:9 –13 Pray that His will be done here Romans 12:1 & 2 Prove God's will by presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice, not being conformed to this world and renew our minds Psalm 40:8 Delight in doing God's will

All the Books! is taking a holiday break, so we wanted to take this opportunity to reflect on some of the books we were most excited to read in 2025 (and some of them did indeed make our favorite books of the year lists!). In this rerun episode, Liberty and Patricia discuss books coming in 2025 they're excited about, including Down in the Sea of Angels, Tartufo, Flirting Lessons, and more! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Books Discussed On the Show: Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin Down in the Sea of Angels by Khan Wong Old Soul by Susan Barker Lessons in Magic and Disaster by Charlie Jane Anders Tartufo by Kira Jane Buxton   In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space by Irvin Weathersby Jr. Little Mysteries: Nine Miniature Puzzles to Confuse, Enthrall, and Delight by Sara Gran  The Portable Feminist Reader edited by Roxane Gay Accidents Happen: Stories by F.H. Batacan Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz  The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer by Dylan Mulvaney  The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett  Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You'd Rather Cancel by Loretta J Ross Harmattan Season by Tochi Onyebuchi We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around and Make Something by Amie McNee Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson by Tourmaline For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Heath, Stuart Watson and Alex Jones convene for the first KOA pod of 2026, with Town sitting in the top two for the first time. The boys reflect on the 2-1 win over Oxford, hear from Kieran McKenna and Jens Cajuste and discuss Town's quarter-way dip problem (trademark Stuart Watson). We also look at the bigger picture and consider if Town will now finish in the top two, take a glance at what may happen in the January window and preview the trip to Pompey. And AJ also shares a unique take on the rather lovely red sky at Portman Road during the Oxford game. Kings of Anglia is sponsored by Stardust Spirits. Get 20% OFF with promo code KOA at https://www.stardustspirits.co.uk/ Also sponsored by Molecular! Get 10% OFF with promo code KOA10 at https://www.molecular-uk.com/ Subscribe on our website to watch the video version of the podcast - https://www.eadt.co.uk/subscribe/ You can shop the KOA range here - (kings-of-anglia.myspreadshop.co.uk) 

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Supreme Delight Subtitle: Spurgeon's Prayers Personal Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 12/31/2025 Length: 5 min.

Message from Sunday, December 28 Joy is Delight – Bent for God Psalm 37:3, Trust in the Lord, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. 5 Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.

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 Dundee claimed a precious three points against Falkirk courtesy of a Yan Dhanda spot-kick.   We discuss a gutsy triumph, the red card dished out to Simon Murray and VAR quashing the dismissal of Brad Spencer.  Is Tuesday's visit of Kilmarnock the biggest game of the Dee's season?  Meanwhile, Dundee United were rock-solid in the Granite City on Saturday night.   Only a goalkeeping error robbed the Tangerines of all three points following Amar Fatah's delightful solo opener.   The team also chat about United cementing their status as the league's draw specialists, the superb displays of Iurie Iovu, Vicko Sevelj and Dario Naamo, and what the Terrors are looking for in the January transfer market.  And there is good news on the injury front.  George Cran, Alan Temple and Graeme Finnan chew over all the action.   Twa Teams, One Street hopes all our listeners have a great New Year!  You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos 

DOWNLOAD KEYNOTE SLIDES Psalm 37:3, Trust in the Lord, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. 5 Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass. Dr. Bryan Hudson teaches that biblical joy is not dependent on circumstances but is a deep, settled gladness rooted in God's presence, promises, and purposes. Joy is defined as delight—being “bent” toward God in devotion, obedience, and purpose—rather than temporary happiness that comes and goes. Drawing from Luke 2, Psalm 37, Nehemiah, and Habakkuk, the message explains that true joy develops as believers delight themselves in the Lord, abide in Him daily, and remain committed to His will even in difficulty. Using Nehemiah's example, Dr. Hudson shows that joy is strengthened when people refuse to become comfortable in complacency, stay aligned with God's mission, and serve others faithfully. Ultimately, “the joy of the Lord is your strength” because a life bent toward God produces enduring resilience, purpose, and spiritual power.

1. The Believer's Delight2. The Believer's Steps3. The Believer's HeartToday's sermon explored the tension we all feel when we see the wicked prosper while we strive to live righteously. Through Psalm 37, written by David in his old age, we discovered that true satisfaction doesn't come from our hobbies, careers, or possessions, but from delighting ourselves in the Lord. When we find our joy in serving Him and put His will above our own desires, God promises to give us the desires of our hearts. This isn't about getting everything we want, but about our hearts becoming aligned with His will. The implications for our spiritual life are profound: as we mature in Christ and serve with pure hearts, our desires transform to match God's desires, and He faithfully provides for and sustains us through every season.Takeaways:- Do not fret over evildoers who seem to prosper. God sees everything, keeps perfect accounts, and will judge righteously in His timing. Our focus should be on trusting Him rather than becoming angry or envious of those who live wickedly.- Delight yourself in the Lord by finding your satisfaction in serving Him and others. When we commit our ways to Him and trust fully in His plans, He establishes our steps and promises to never let go of our hand, even when we stumble.- Better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of the wicked. The Lord sustains, supports, and holds up those who follow Him. His inheritance for us is eternal, and He has never forsaken the righteous or left their children begging for bread.Let us all be encouraged to reflect this week on where we truly find our delight. Are we serving the Lord with joy, or are we consumed by what others have? Remember, God's Word in our hearts keeps our steps from slipping, and His faithfulness endures forever.

1. The Believer's Delight2. The Believer's Steps3. The Believer's HeartToday's sermon explored the tension we all feel when we see the wicked prosper while we strive to live righteously. Through Psalm 37, written by David in his old age, we discovered that true satisfaction doesn't come from our hobbies, careers, or possessions, but from delighting ourselves in the Lord. When we find our joy in serving Him and put His will above our own desires, God promises to give us the desires of our hearts. This isn't about getting everything we want, but about our hearts becoming aligned with His will. The implications for our spiritual life are profound: as we mature in Christ and serve with pure hearts, our desires transform to match God's desires, and He faithfully provides for and sustains us through every season.Takeaways:- Do not fret over evildoers who seem to prosper. God sees everything, keeps perfect accounts, and will judge righteously in His timing. Our focus should be on trusting Him rather than becoming angry or envious of those who live wickedly.- Delight yourself in the Lord by finding your satisfaction in serving Him and others. When we commit our ways to Him and trust fully in His plans, He establishes our steps and promises to never let go of our hand, even when we stumble.- Better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of the wicked. The Lord sustains, supports, and holds up those who follow Him. His inheritance for us is eternal, and He has never forsaken the righteous or left their children begging for bread.Let us all be encouraged to reflect this week on where we truly find our delight. Are we serving the Lord with joy, or are we consumed by what others have? Remember, God's Word in our hearts keeps our steps from slipping, and His faithfulness endures forever.

You are God's Delight and Desire - Deacon Casey Solgos by

Here is a song for the wilderness, delight for the desert pilgrim. The song has a strong foundation, for it is a song of God reconciled, of peace established. It is a song of endless resources, for to those in fellowship with God the wells of salvation have been opened—gospel truths, gospel promises, gospel ordinances, and gospel experiences. This leads to joyful labour, for we are to draw from the wells of salvation, to return to Christ again and again to obtain strength and sustenance for the way. Then, and only then, can we sing praises to God as we pass through the wilderness.

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-62:5Speaker: Travis Robnett

A new MP3 sermon from Maidenbower Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Delight in the desert Speaker: Jeremy Walker Broadcaster: Maidenbower Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 12/28/2025 Bible: Isaiah 12:3 Length: 42 min.

This week, City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran and pop culture writer Margaret H. Willison share their favorite news stories of the year. From real-life magicians to ficiton demon hunters, and museum detectives to Da Pope, there's plenty of good news to go around.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Merry Christmas! In this episode, a previous year's Christmas curriculum video, Sherri Crandall encourages each of us to rest as God delights over us in this season. We'd love to connect with you! Send us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook or email us at leaders@themom.co.You can also find our cohosts on Instagram: @andreafortenberry, @ivymamma and @sherri_crandall.Get your MOMCON tickets today.Sign up for MomCo Membership today!Learn more about The MomCo!Find a group online or in person near you.

Many historians believe that the first-ever radio broadcast of music and speech was heard by radio operators on US Navy and other ships in the Atlantic on Christmas Eve, 1906. Instead of the usual beeps and pulses to transmit codes, they listened to Reginald Fessenden play a violin solo of the Christmas carol, “O, Holy Night.” Fessenden closed his broadcast by echoing the angels’ praise: “Glory to God in the highest heaven!” (Luke 2:14). The listeners must have been startled by the evocative music and statement of praise over the birth of Jesus. The first people surprised by Jesus’ birth were the shepherds who’d been keeping to their usual business of watching their sheep at night. Then an angel appeared, shining with the glory of God and giving the shepherds a fright. The angel urged them not to be afraid and declared: “I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord” (vv. 10–11). The shepherds left their sheep to investigate the angel’s words and found the baby lying in a manger, just as they had been told (vv. 16, 20). The shepherds accepted this good news of great joy. May we too rejoice and share the wonders of Jesus’ birth and life.

Dan Perlman! Comedian! Writer! Director! Actor! Filmmaker! Friend! Delight! More! FROM DAN'S WEBSITE: Dan Perlman is a comedian, writer, and director from New York City. He co-created, wrote, and starred in Showtime's critically-acclaimed comedy series, Flatbush Misdemeanors. The series' lauded two-season run holds a 100% Rating on Rotten Tomatoes, earning unanimous praise from outlets including The New York Times, Variety, Roger Ebert, TIME, and The Guardian. Dan made his directorial debut in the Flatbush episode, "boomerang," which Vulture praised for its "masterful direction." He wrote and directed the award-winning short films, Cramming and Practice Space. Most recently, Dan directed and starred in the documentary short Being Bublé. Dan first co-created Flatbush as a zero-budget digital series, which became Oscar-qualified after winning Grand Jury Awards in its film festival run—laying the groundwork for the Showtime adaptation. Previously, Dan co-created and wrote the animated pilot That's My Bus!, then ordered by FOX. As a stand-up, Dan has been featured on Comedy Central, named one of the New Faces at the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs Festival, worked as a regular at The Comedy Cellar in NYC, and headlined venues nationwide, including The Kennedy Center in DC. Dan's debut album, Emergency Contact, is a staple on SiriusXM, where he's also been a longtime regular guest on Bennington. His writing has also appeared in The New Yorker. FROM ME AGAIN: We have a great talk! You have a great listen! Enjoy! PS This is only the first HALF of our chat. For part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR merely click on over here to Patreon!

Lauren Salter and former Wales internationals Gareth Delve and Richie Rees reflect on the weekend's United Rugby Championship results including another win for the Dragons and a derby victory for Scarlets. Dragons climbed off the bottom of the table with a remarkable 48-28 victory over Connacht, ending a 15-month winless streak in the URC. Meanwhile, Scarlets won the first Welsh derby of the festive season after beating Cardiff 21-17 at the Arms Park, but Ospreys suffered a 26-10 defeat at home to Munster, meaning they'll be bottom of the league at Christmas.

Husbands: Rejoice and Delight in Your Wife Wives: Honor and Build Up Your Husband Parents: Instruct and Discipline Your Children Children: Honor and Receive from Your Parents Siblings: Be With and Be For Your SiblingsChristians: Enjoy and Be Grateful for Your Christian Family

Dr. Ted Traylor delivers a message based in John 3:22-30, especially John's words, "He must increase, but I must decrease," speaking of the humility we must all have as we lift up the name of Jesus. 00:00 - Introduction 07:50 - The Danger of Exalting Self 14:09 - The Delight of Exalting Jesus 24:10 - Mr. Everything Visit olivebaptist.org for more information.

I have loved this movie since I was a little kid. It's campy, and honestly kinda bad but in the best way possible. The songs are fun, the puppets are bad, but the nostalgia lives on. I hope I can inspire you to make this classic a part of your Christmas tradition! 

First Reading: Luke 13: 10-17  Second Reading: Isaiah 61: 10-11    Sermon: Delight  Preaching: Pastor Jen  

Explore the concept of 'praying without ceasing' as explained through 1 Thessalonians 5:17: "Pray without ceasing.” This insightful video delves into the idea of regular, heartfelt prayer and how it connects us to a divine 'live stream' from heaven. Discover the joy and power of prayer as more than a duty, but a delightful interaction with God's presence, supported by biblical references and historical anecdotes. God Himself is the initiator of prayer. Prayer begins in God and we are all just joining in the Live Stream of prayer that Heaven is already making available. All we have to do is to join it and be carried along with the Stream of Prayer that is flowing from Him. ‘Without ceasing' means REGULARLY, without any unnecessary gaps, as often as required. The word 'adialeiptos' (translated ‘without ceasing') was used to describe a tickling cough. A tickling cough is not one where you cough non-stop. It means that you cough without long gaps between coughs! *I. Let's move from RARE PRAYER to REGULAR PRAYER. Regular prayer doesn't mean that we are praying 24/7, but that we are in a constant flow of prayer. We are constantly accessing Heaven's Live Stream of prayer, which catches us up into God's Presence to walk with Him. “Praying at ALL TIMES (in every opportunity) with all kinds of prayer IN the SPIRIT (Ephesians 6:18). This is the key to joining Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer. We struggle to join it with our head! Our head is too limited. That's why we have the Holy Spirit living within our spirits, who makes us able to join that Live Stream. He helps us to tune into the bandwidth of Heaven and join in with what's flowing from God's Throne. We need to PRAY in the SPIRIT. Praying in tongues is one way we can pray in the Spirit, and join Heaven's Live Stream, but it is not the only way. Praying in the Spirit is praying from the Spirit within us, depending on the Spirit to lead and empower us in prayer. It is a way in which we pray, and a place from which we pray, more than it is a kind of prayer. *II. Let's move from HEAD to HEART. We will never be able to pray without ceasing, if we pray only from our HEAD. We have to go from prayer that only comes out of our HEADS to praying from our HEARTS, prayer in which we bring up from the core of our being, expressing God's life & heart of God within us. It's praying from our HEART. Martin Luther: “Prayer is climbing up into the heart of God.” God invites us to pray from His heart - praying from His lap, from His Father heart. We hear His heartbeat, as we put our head to His heart, like the beloved disciple (John) at the Last Supper, who laid his head on Jesus' chest (John 13:23). We can hear His heartbeat and pray His heart. The Holy Spirit will give us the right word to return to the Father in prayer. Prayer is joining God's Live Stream, so what pours out of Heaven through His Word & Spirit enters into us, and through prayer we offer it back to Him in Heaven. Then He responds in the Earth with answers: “So shall My Word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and prosper in the thing for which I sent it” (Isaiah 54:11). Man was never designed to live only from his HEAD. Man was designed to live from his HEART, from the core of his being. And so, let us PRAY from there. *III. Let's move from DUTY to DELIGHT. God wants us to take us from the DUTY of prayer to the DELIGHT of prayer. For many people, prayer is a CHORE, or worse a BORE, when it is so much MORE! Prayer is a DELIGHT. In Matthew 21:13, Jesus quoted from Isaiah 56:7: “I will make them JOYFUL in My House of PRAYER.” There is JOY in the House of PRAYER. Have we found joy in prayer? If not, let's get into Prayer's Live Stream. God's Live Stream will carry you on and carry you up! Psalm 34:5: “They looked to Him (in prayer) and their faces were light (radiant with joy).” When we look to God in prayer, rather than looking to ourselves and our own resources, we go beyond the DUTY and the DISCIPLINE of prayer, and get caught up in the DELIGHT (joy) of prayer. 1Thess 5:17 is the meat in the sandwich: “pray without ceasing.” 1Thess 5:16 & 18 are the bread. These 3 verses are a triptych of simple exhortations: “(1) REJOICE always, (2) PRAY without ceasing, (3) in everything GIVE THANKS” (1Thess 5:16-18). God doesn't want us in the DRUDGERY of prayer! He wants us to discover the DELIGHT of prayer. So, let us join Heaven's Live Stream of Prayer that God has made available to us.

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A unique study of the only physical manuscript containing Sir Gawain and the Green Knight as both a material and literary object.In this book, Arthur Bahr takes a fresh look at the four poems and twelve illustrations of the so-called “Pearl-Manuscript,” the only surviving medieval copy of two of the best-known Middle English poems: Pearl and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. In Chasing the Pearl-Manuscript, Bahr explores how the physical manuscript itself enhances our perception of the poetry, drawing on recent technological advances (such as spectroscopic analysis) to show the Pearl-Manuscript to be a more complex piece of material, visual, and textual art than previously understood. By connecting the manuscript's construction to the intricate language in the texts, Bahr suggests new ways to understand both what poetry is and what poetry can do. Arthur Bahr is professor of literature and MacVicar Faculty Fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the author of Fragments and Assemblages: Forming Compilations of Medieval London, also published by the University of Chicago Press. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A unique study of the only physical manuscript containing Sir Gawain and the Green Knight as both a material and literary object.In this book, Arthur Bahr takes a fresh look at the four poems and twelve illustrations of the so-called “Pearl-Manuscript,” the only surviving medieval copy of two of the best-known Middle English poems: Pearl and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. In Chasing the Pearl-Manuscript, Bahr explores how the physical manuscript itself enhances our perception of the poetry, drawing on recent technological advances (such as spectroscopic analysis) to show the Pearl-Manuscript to be a more complex piece of material, visual, and textual art than previously understood. By connecting the manuscript's construction to the intricate language in the texts, Bahr suggests new ways to understand both what poetry is and what poetry can do. Arthur Bahr is professor of literature and MacVicar Faculty Fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the author of Fragments and Assemblages: Forming Compilations of Medieval London, also published by the University of Chicago Press. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Ever wake up with that “today is the day” feeling, like you are ready to conquer the world? The guys start there, take a hard left into Pinky and the Brain, and somehow end up pondering what it was like when Christ rose from the dead. From there, it turns into a practical, tradition-packed episode on celebrating Christmas well. Not the Hallmark version, and not the American “Christmas ends on December 26” version either. The kind that actually follows the liturgical calendar, keeps Advent as Advent, and treats Christmas as a season, not a day.Along the way, they review a Taiwanese whiskey from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, talk family customs that make the day feel grounded, and make a strong case for grandfathers and fathers to be the custodians of tradition. One of the best parts is a simple, doable challenge: take the 12 Days of Christmas seriously and mark the feast days with small, intentional practices your family will actually remember.In this episode:The “wake up and conquer the world” mood vs the day Christ resurrectedAdvent vs Christmas, and why our culture gets it backwardsWhy “Merry” used to mean more like blessed than happyMidnight Mass, caroling, real Christmas trees, and reading Luke before presentsA great grandfather tradition: gather the family and speak from the heartGifts for kids: fewer and meaningful vs abundance as a sign of the Father's generosityThe 12 Days of Christmas, and the feast days that stack up fastSt. John's Blessing of Wine and why you should do itA practical idea for the Holy Innocents: dads blessing their children out loudEpiphany water and why you should plan ahead to get it blessedWhiskey for the episode: Taiwanese whiskey (Scotch Malt Whisky Society pick), “Dunker's Delight” style notes, 107 proof, with flavors like caramel and apple pie crust.Challenge for the week: Pick two feast days during the 12 Days of Christmas and do something small but real. Bless your kids, bless wine, invite someone over, go to Mass, or start a tradition worth keeping.

Dictionary.com's word of the year isn't really a word — it's a number that went viral on TikTok. The selection caused a ruckus among lexicographers. But editors argued that social media is a major force in creating new words these days, and the whole point of choosing a word of the year is to “reveal the stories we tell about ourselves and how we've changed.”It's no surprise to author Stefan Fatsis, who chronicles the rise of the modern dictionary in his new book, “Unabridged: The Thrill of and Threat to the Modern Dictionary.” He joined Kerri Miller on this week's Big Books and Bold Ideas to nerd out over words and to talk about the power the humble dictionary has to shape our lives. “Language bubbles up from below,” Fatsis says. “For at least the last 60 years, the dictionary's function is to be descriptive, to reflect back on culture the way we humans use language — as opposed to prescriptive, the belief for many generations, which was that dictionaries should tell people how to use language.”Fatsis also talks about his time being embedded as a lexicographer-in-training at America's most famous dictionary publisher, Merriam-Webster, and how the internet and AI threaten this most foundational of books. Guest:Stefan Fatsis is a journalist and the author of many books. He's also responsible for defining 15 words in Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, including a Kerri Miller favorite — sheeple. His new book is “Unabridged: The Thrill of and Threat to the Modern Dictionary.”Subscribe to the Thread newsletter for the latest book and author news and must-read recommendations.Subscribe to Big Books and Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, RSS or anywhere you get your podcasts.

 In this episode of the Take Care & Live! podcast, Dr. Stephen disrupts the idea that effective coaching is built on titles, certifications, courses, or status. Real coaching is forged through lived experience, failure, humility, and accountability. It requires discomfort, reciprocity, and a willingness to grow while helping others grow.We explore why failure is often the best qualification, why comfort can quietly stall development, and why leadership begins with leading yourself—regardless of your role. Coaching isn't easy, but when done well, it's transformative.

Support your giving goals this holiday season! Go to GiveDirectly.org/Absurd and get a 100% match by Giving Multiplier! (Don't dilly-dally this match is only until the end of the year!)This episode aired around Easter, prompting us to ask: where does that weird Bunny get all the eggs? And why are there eggs in the first place? Guest Yasmin Khan (The Young Turks) has an answer. Meanwhile, Julian explores the word of bat-style crime fighting on a budget and Trace explores if living on Mars would make us super aggro!QUESTIONSJulian: "How can I be Batman on a Budget?" from Wyn (featuring Jasmine from Give Directly)Yasmin: "Where did the Easter Bunny get the eggs?" from Emily ATrace: "Would we all be more aggressive if we lived under a martian red sky?" from guest Yasmin KhanDo you have an absurd question? Maybe it's silly idea you had, a shower thought about the nature of reality, or a ridiculous musing about your favorite food? If you want an answer, no matter the question, tell us!HOW TO ASK A QUESTION

Pedicularis doesn't shout for attention—but once you meet it, you may wonder how you ever lived without its profound ability to help the body let go.It was such a delight to sit down with Chicago herbalist Alex Williams to discuss the gorgeous pedicularis (Pedicularis spp.). Those who are familiar with this lovely plant treasure it for its ability to help release deep skeletal muscle tension—and yet it remains relatively unknown in the herbal world.In this rich and reflective conversation, Alex weaves together the clinical uses of pedicularis for pain, injury, and nervous tension with its surprising ecological role as a parasitic plant. He practically gushes about this beloved herbal ally, sharing its physical benefits along with the more metaphorical ways pedicularis has taught him to be a better human.Alex shares how his experience as a bartender helped shape his path to herbalism, and the recipe he included is a fun reflection of this! His Potion of Delight can be prepared as either a tea or a low alcohol fermented beverage; you can download your beautifully illustrated recipe card here.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► Why pedicularis shines in cases of chronic pain, headaches, and injury recovery► What ethical wildcrafting really looks like with sensitive native plants► How parasitic plants like pedicularis can actually increase biodiversity and ecological resilience► Why “less is more” isn't just a dosage guideline—but part of pedicularis' deeper teaching► How this plant can help loosen rigidity in the body and in the way we move through the world► and so much more….For those of you who don't know him, Alex Williams is a clinical herbalist and founder of Greenspell School of Ecological Herbcraft in Chicago, where he offers herbal consultations, herbalism classes, and plant walks throughout the Chicago region, supporting those he works with in cultivating rest, genuine self-care practices, ecological awareness, and a deep sense of embodied aliveness.Alex also runs First Curve Apothecary which offers sliding-scale herbal supplements, along with herbal compounding services to holistic practitioners. Outside of the apothecary, Alex teaches medical sociology, psychology, and environmental justice at a local university. Every once in a while, he writes an occasional haiku.I can't wait to share this episode with you today!----Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comWould you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here for the video.You can find Alex at Greenspell.org and FirstCurveApothecary.com.For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine,...

Sunderland make it seven wins from seven as they beat fierce local rivals Newcastle in the derby. Are Eddie Howe's problems growing as he tries to fit Nick Woltemade into Newcastle's established system, and do they lack the energy that drove last season's success? Manchester City look like they're finally back — but just how much of that revival is down to the man in form, Phil F***ing Foden**? Enzo Maresca raises eyebrows with a cryptic post-match interview that hints at a lack of backing from the ownership. Is support behind the scenes starting to crack? Plus, Gary, Alan and Micah debate Arsenal's struggles to break down low blocks and ask whether the Gunners have become too reliant on Bukayo Saka The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football.Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It's time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It's FREE to join and as a member, you'll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's featured story comes from the At Home with Martin & Sylvia collection. It's called "Holiday Delight." Between all the decorating, baking, crafting and celebrating, this year's holiday season has been a very busy one for Martin and Sylvia. When they are suddenly faced with a day with no plans, however, brother and sister don't know what to do with themselves. "Look for the delight," suggests Momma, and as soon as they do, the magic begins. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!