Podcasts about Deo

At the heart of the gospel is the doctrine of union with Christ – we are in Christ, and he is in us. As we turn the corner on another year, we pause to look more closely at this reality. In this sermon, we consider the simple truth that union with Christ requires death.

Deo! Merry Christmas. Thank you for the sound effects: Cartoon suction pull / zapsplat.com/music/cartoon-suction-pull-3/

Because Christ has come, we should love him.In the fourth and final week of Advent, we look at Isaiah 11:1-10 and how it encourages us, in light of the coming of Jesus, to be a people who deeply love him.

In faith Daniel preached the crown rights of Yahweh in the courts of emperors. His wisdom and prophecy arrested the attention of kings whose greatness was not eclipsed until the fulfillment of his prophecy on Christmas Day in a Bethlehem manger. The events surrounding his ministry foreshadowed the incarnation, coronation, and ascension of the King of Kings Jesus Christ. Early in his tenure as a court official for Nebuchadnezzar, God gave the king and Daniel the same dream and he gave Daniel the interpretation. The composite statue of gold, silver, bronze, iron and clay represented a series of kingdoms counting down to Christmas when a kingdom would overpower them all and reign forever. Taking Daniel's ‘song' of pre-incarnation worship in verses 20-23 of chapter 2 as our outline, we find this occasion confirming his confession of God's grace & greatness in its prophetic revelation and the response of a earthly king.

 39 And Mary rising up in those days, went into the hill country with haste into a city of Juda.Exsurgens autem Maria in diebus illis, abiit in montana cum festinatione, in civitatem Juda : 40 And she entered into the house of Zachary, and saluted Elizabeth.et intravit in domum Zachariae, et salutavit Elisabeth. 41 And it came to pass, that when Elizabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the infant leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost:Et factum est, ut audivit salutationem Mariae Elisabeth, exsultavit infans in utero ejus : et repleta est Spiritu Sancto Elisabeth : 42 And she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.et exclamavit voce magna, et dixit : Benedicta tu inter mulieres, et benedictus fructus ventris tui. 43 And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?Et unde hoc mihi, ut veniat mater Domini mei ad me? 44 For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy.Ecce enim ut facta est vox salutationis tuae in auribus meis, exsultavit in gaudio infans in utero meo. 45 And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord.Et beata, quae credidisti, quoniam perficientur ea, quae dicta sunt tibi a Domino. 46 And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord.Et ait Maria : Magnificat anima mea Dominum : 47 And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo salutari meo

What if the reason your practice isn't growing has nothing to do with your dentistry? In this episode, Dr. Kalpesh Patel shares the uncomfortable truth most dentist-owners learn the hard way: great clinical skill doesn't equal a scalable business. He walks through going from a single practice to multiple locations, the personal sacrifices nobody talks about, why leadership is the real constraint, and how shifting from "doctor" to "developer of people" changed everything. This is a raw conversation about growth, humility, systems, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. Ready to join DEO members who have already solved the challenges you are facing today? ✨ Schedule your free Growth Accelerator Call and take the first step toward becoming a DEO member

26 And in the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth,In mense autem sexto, missus est angelus Gabriel a Deo in civitatem Galilaeae, cui nomen Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.ad virginem desponsatam viro, cui nomen erat Joseph, de domo David : et nomen virginis Maria. 28 And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.Et ingressus angelus ad eam dixit : Ave gratia plena : Dominus tecum : benedicta tu in mulieribus. 29 Who having heard, was troubled at his saying, and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be.Quae cum audisset, turbata est in sermone ejus, et cogitabat qualis esset ista salutatio. 30 And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God.Et ait angelus ei : Ne timeas, Maria : invenisti enim gratiam apud Deum. 31 Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus.Ecce concipies in utero, et paries filium, et vocabis nomen ejus Jesum : 32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the most High; and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of David his father; and he shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever.hic erit magnus, et Filius Altissimi vocabitur, et dabit illi Dominus Deus sedem David patris ejus : et regnabit in domo Jacob in aeternum, 33 And of his kingdom there shall be no end.et regni ejus non erit finis. 34 And Mary said to the angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man?Dixit autem Maria ad angelum : Quomodo fiet istud, quoniam virum non cognosco? 35 And the angel answering, said to her: The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.Et respondens angelus dixit ei : Spiritus Sanctus superveniet in te, et virtus Altissimi obumbrabit tibi. Ideoque et quod nascetur ex te sanctum, vocabitur Filius Dei. 36 And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren:Et ecce Elisabeth cognata tua, et ipsa concepit filium in senectute sua : et hic mensis sextus est illi, quae vocatur sterilis : 37 Because no word shall be impossible with God.quia non erit impossibile apud Deum omne verbum. 38 And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it done to me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.Dixit autem Maria : Ecce ancilla Domini : fiat mihi secundum verbum tuum. Et discessit ab illa angelus.

Luke 2:8-21. In this message we turn up one of the most iconic songs of all time—the angels' “Gloria in excelsis Deo.” Before it became a lyric we stretch out in “Angels We Have Heard on High,” it was heaven's announcement that God Himself had stepped into our world. We explore how the angels' song reveals the true purpose of Christmas and the result of Christmas. As we revisit the shepherds, the manger, and the miracle, we'll rediscover the wonder we often lose in the routine of the season. Slow down, receive His peace, and learn how to carry it into a world desperate for the hope only Jesus brings.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!

Welcome to Week 3 of our Advent Devotionals on Scripture and Carols! Today, Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church shifts our focus to the joyful announcement of Jesus' birth with the classic carol, "Angels We Have Heard on High". In this devotional, we look beyond the "tinsel halos" of children's nativity plays to rediscover the true, terrifying glory of the heavenly host that appeared to the shepherds. We also explore the fascinating history of this carol, which originated as an 18th-century French folk song, Les Anges dans nos campagnes. In this video, we cover: Scripture: A reading of Luke 2:8–15 and the angels' message of good news. Fear vs. Joy: Why the shepherds were filled with "great fear" and how the angel addressed it. Lost in Translation: The theological difference between "good will to men" and the more accurate "peace among those with whom He is pleased". The Conqueror: How the original French lyrics dramatically describe Jesus as a "Conqueror" and "Liberator" rather than just a baby in a manger. The Chorus: The meaning of the Latin refrain, Gloria in excelsis Deo. Join us as we prepare our hearts to sing "Glory to God in the Highest" and trust in the Savior who came to conquer sin and death.

Because Christ has come, we should rejoice.In the third week of Advent, we consider the prophecy of Isaiah 9:1-7. In light of Christ's coming, Christians should be a people of profound joy!

The last 5 songs in the Psalter beginning with our text today, all open and close with the refrain & adjuration: “Praise the Lord!”.  If the entire book were one great song, these last five chapters could be the chorus.  All the notes of remembrance, lament, repentance, consolation, victory, wisdom, providence, redemption, judgement, prophecy, revelation, and more reach a crescendo in this final set of hymns in history's preeminent song book. As the author(s) reprise themes recurring throughout the Psalms, they find their resolution in the proclamation of Yahweh's absolute sovereignty.  The shape of the book proclaims to all humanity in audience the majesty and authority the one true God even as it assures the sincere singer of his unbreakable covenant bonds with that same Lord of all.  The book of Psalms is a universal call to worship and the response to this call will resound for all of history and eternity on the lips and in the hearts of the redeemed…
    NOTE context & application: Psalm 146 doubles as a profound advent song— to prepare hearts in anticipation of Messiah's arrival, and with Him, the fulfillment of prophecy and the hope of His people.

In this installment of Vos Group, Camden Bucey and Lane Tipton explore pages 392–395 of Geerhardus Vos's Biblical Theology and his rich, God-centered understanding of righteousness within the kingdom of God. They emphasize that true righteousness is never a human-centered moral construct but is rooted entirely in the character, will, and sovereign rule of the triune God. Vos contrasts biblical righteousness with pagan and modern distortions that treat ethics as merely horizontal or civic. Instead, righteousness is what agrees with, pleases, and exists for God—meaning believers live every moment coram Deo, before His face, in covenant fellowship. The episode also unpacks how righteousness relates organically to the coming of God's kingdom: it is concurrent with God's reign, a gift worked by the Spirit, and graciously rewarded for Christ's sake. Camden and Lane draw out the pastoral comfort that Christ—who possesses unlimited dominion—reigns not only from heaven but also within the hearts of His people. This kingdom reality transforms daily obedience into worship, participation in God's redemptive purposes, and hopeful anticipation of our final inheritance in Him. Watch on YouTube Chapters 00:07 Introduction 08:49 Righteousness Is God-Centered 16:42 Living Before the Face of God 28:03 The Kingdom of God and Righteousness 32:45 Participating in the Kingdom 40:52 Righteousness and God's Sovereign Rule 43:55 Conclusion Participants: Camden Bucey, Lane G. Tipton

 39 And Mary rising up in those days, went into the hill country with haste into a city of Juda.Exsurgens autem Maria in diebus illis, abiit in montana cum festinatione, in civitatem Juda : 40 And she entered into the house of Zachary, and saluted Elizabeth.et intravit in domum Zachariae, et salutavit Elisabeth. 41 And it came to pass, that when Elizabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the infant leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost:Et factum est, ut audivit salutationem Mariae Elisabeth, exsultavit infans in utero ejus : et repleta est Spiritu Sancto Elisabeth : 42 And she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.et exclamavit voce magna, et dixit : Benedicta tu inter mulieres, et benedictus fructus ventris tui. 43 And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?Et unde hoc mihi, ut veniat mater Domini mei ad me? 44 For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy.Ecce enim ut facta est vox salutationis tuae in auribus meis, exsultavit in gaudio infans in utero meo. 45 And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord.Et beata, quae credidisti, quoniam perficientur ea, quae dicta sunt tibi a Domino. 46 And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord.Et ait Maria : Magnificat anima mea Dominum : 47 And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo salutari meo

26 And in the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth,In mense autem sexto, missus est angelus Gabriel a Deo in civitatem Galilaeae, cui nomen Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.ad virginem desponsatam viro, cui nomen erat Joseph, de domo David : et nomen virginis Maria. 28 And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.Et ingressus angelus ad eam dixit : Ave gratia plena : Dominus tecum : benedicta tu in mulieribus.

Because Jesus is our peace, we can be a people of peace.In the second week of Advent, we consider Micah 5:2-5, and how it encourages us in light of Christ, the prince of peace, to be a people of peace.

Paul understood that the various issues and problems present in the Corinthian church ultimately shared the same root. After addressing several situations case by case, he focuses his attention in these chapters on the essence of the church, the source of its vitality, and the kingdom expanding potential of the body of Christ. Understanding our connection to one another in and through Jesus Christ, is key to a functional and fruitful church. Our next chapter will proceed expounding and endorsing ‘love' as the cardinal virtue of the Christian life. With this framework and this foundation, the church of Jesus Christ will survive & thrive unto His return.

Wenn jemand übel riecht, ist es häufig nicht eine Krankheit, sondern schlicht und einfach mangelnde Hygiene. Klar, die Gene haben auch einen Einfluss darauf wie jemand riecht. Schweissgeruch entsteht aber erst, wenn der Schweiss von den Bakterien auf der Haut zersetzt wird. Bei Körpergeruch, nur schon präventiv helfen, so der Dermatologe Willi Balandies, bekannt aus «Puls Check»: · Regelmässiges Duschen mit einer ph-neutralen Seife oder einem milden Duschmittel. Besonders unter den Armen und im Intimbereich. · Deo benutzen. · Kleider wechseln und diese bei 60°C waschen. Die Bakterien leben nicht nur auf der Haut, sie sind auch in der Kleidung zu finden. · Möglichst natürliche Materialien tragen, diese lassen sich entsprechend auch mit hohen Temperaturen waschen und sie sind atmungsaktiv.

Download Keynote Slides Colossians 1:12, Always thanking the Father. He has enabled you to share in the  inheritance that belongs to his people, who live in the light.   1 Thessalonians 5:18, In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you In this message, Pastor Bryan Hudson, DMin. teaches that thanksgiving is far more than a holiday—it is a foundational posture for a victorious Christian life. Drawing from Colossians 1:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, and other Scriptures, he explains that giving thanks is evidence of the inheritance God has placed within us and a continual practice that renews our minds, stabilizes our emotions, and keeps our hearts clear. Like the peace offerings in Leviticus—voluntary, heartfelt, and spontaneous—true thanksgiving flows from love, not obligation. Using the redwood tree's shared root system as an illustration, he shows that believers are rooted together in Christ and strengthened through collective gratitude. Pastor Hudson warns that withholding thanks leads to darkened thinking, while a lifestyle of gratitude brings joy, peace, and spiritual resilience even amid trials. Ultimately, giving thanks is a continual offering, the “fruit of our lips,” that keeps us in God's presence (coram Deo) and grounds our identity as accepted, blessed people who live in the light.

Because Christ has come, you should set your hope in Him.Advent Series Description: Advent is the season of the year when Christians reflect upon the coming of Jesus. Our Savior's lowly incarnation & birth at Christmastime was the fulfillment of prophetic hopes the Scriptures had been sounding for centuries. In this series, we explore four key prophetic passages that reveal Christ and point to the Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.To begin the Advent season, we consider the prophecy of Isaiah 40:1-11, a passage that encourages us to set our hope on Christ. Because Christ has come, you should set your hope in Him.

Proverbs 14:24 says: “the crown of the wise is their wealth”. Our working definition of a crown in this sense is: ‘an adorning confirmation of dignity, rank, ability, and reputation'. This conceptual understanding of royal authority helps to clarify the context of our text in this chapter. Solomon's teaching is universal in this sense. Would you sacrifice your better judgment, integrity, or reputation for riches…? Those who do so wear a fool's crown. Mortgaging virtue in the quest for fortune, power, or position will crown you with folly. A parallel text might be: Prov 22:1 “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.” Consider the example of Solomon at the height of his powers and splendor visited regularly by royal entourages of surrounding nations. His crown at this time was resplendent, polished by wisdom. As an example of folly's crown remember the demise of king Herod eaten by worms in Acts 12:20-24. This passage also draws a stark contrast as verse 24 goes on to say: … “But the word of God increased and multiplied.”

Heeding warnings is a pathway to wisdom.From the earliest moments of childhood, warnings play a vital role in developing maturity and wisdom. While warnings might not feel good in the moment, we instinctively understand their importance. In this sermon, we examine three warnings Jesus offers as he concludes the Sermon on the Mount.

Ever look around your practice and think, "How am I supposed to lead this team when I'm still figuring things out myself?" In this episode, host Jordin McEntire sits down with Dr. Tyler Tolbert, owner of Smile Now Dentures and Implants, to unpack the real journey behind growing a dental organization. Tyler shares the moments most owners hide. The tough partnership decisions, the people challenges, the chaos of growth, and the clarity that comes when you stop pretending to know it all and surround yourself with the right leaders who have walked the same path. Ready to join DEO members who have already solved the challenges you are facing today? ✨ Schedule your free Growth Accelerator Call and take the first step toward becoming a DEO member

Christian maturity is a journey, not a destination.Every human being recognizes at some level that life is a journey full of ups and downs. Yet we're prone to seek out quick fixes and easy solutions. In this sermon, we explore Jesus's teaching that discipleship is a long, slow journey from pride to humility; from fear to faith, and from apathy to love.

Looking closely at the structure of Proverbs chap 14:1-14, something of a pattern emerges.  Verses 1, 4, 7 and 11 are roughly parallel referring to the foundation of a household.  These verses are followed by others that scrutinize progress to that end in verses 2, 3, 8 and 12. The remaining verses predict the future of life directions set by either wisdom vs. folly. In context here, the featured agent of wisdom to illustrate these truths is the wife and homemaker.  The book of Proverbs is no respecter of persons when it comes to application of principle.  Here wives and mothers are encouraged to order their affairs, govern their souls, and live their lives, according to the timeless law of God, just as their husbands and children are likewise commanded.

San Lucas (17, 11-19) presenta el episodio de los diez leprosos que fueron curados. Solo uno volvió a agradecer a Jesús su curación, y la reacción del Señor nos hace ver que le importa mucho nuestro agradecimiento… porque nos quiere. Valora nuestra gratitud, y la espera. San Benito de Nursia recomienda que ante cualquier circunstancia se diga Deo gratias!

Your heart follows what you treasure.Worry and anxiety seem to mark our cultural moment. Yet when we truly understand the character of the Father in heaven, worry is abated. That's what Jesus wants his hearers to understand. In this sermon, guest preacher Dr. Jonathan Pennington explores Jesus' teaching on treasure, worry, and why we can rest in the Father's good care.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

The crescendo of the Psalter begins with Psalm 145 and continues to build with each of the remaining songs! This is the last titled song of David in the book and is a profound and powerful contribution to the grand finale of histories's greatest album. This is The 7th of the acrostic psalms (each parallel line beginning with a consecutive letter of the Hebrew alphabet).  This form of poetry conveys a glorious and comprehensive beauty, symmetry, & order.   Verse 4 reveals a purpose for writing this song that is key to understanding, in part, the intent of Biblical poetry.  This verse could well serve as a vision statement for the entire Psalter. Let the writers compose, the musicians play, and the people sing, that one generation might commend God's works to another and declare His mighty acts! These are songs of praise immortalizing a generational testimony of the greatness of Yahweh —-Furthermore, this song provides a template for proclaiming the deeds of the Lord.

Waar zijn de normale mensen gebleven? Dat vragen Gijsje, Barbara en Femke zich af. Hun hele leven hebben Gijsje en Barbara geprobeerd in de mal van ‘normaal' te passen, maar dat is mislukt. Nu pas, sinds hun vijftigste, hebben ze daar vrede mee, maar wat een eenzaamheid is daaraan vooraf gegaan. Femke is goddank wel normaal, en dus is ze aan het schilderen geslagen op haar oude dag. Maar ze is ook aan paardrijden geslagen zit nu elke vrijdag gillend op een paard. Verder voelt Gijsje zich de kiwidief van de Jordaan, sinds ze werd gepakt bij de zelfscankassa van de appie. Door de brainfog was ze vergeten de kiwi's te scannen, maar daar trapte de bewaker niet in. Femke steelt weleens uit activisme een stuk taart, omdat ze de boodschappen te duur vindt geworden. Barbara weet niet wat ze hoort. Gelukkig kwam de leuke Suus Ruis langs om te vertellen over haar datingavonturen in Swipenight waarmee ze nu aan het toeren is, samen met Kasper van Kooten. Helaas past ze niet meer in het tourbusje, omdat er ook een contrabas mee moet.Paleis het LooOntvang nu 20% korting op een bezoek aan Paleis Het Loo. Ga naar paleisheloo.nl/bezoek/agenda/dresscodes en koop je ticket. *actie loopt tot en met 19 dec 2025. De kortingscode is alleen geldig bij aankoop van onlinetickets!LoveliMaak kennis met de Loveli deo; de eerste deo die werkt tegen hormoonzweet. Gebruik code SAARDEO voor 10% korting op de deo sticks van Loveli, Loveli.men of de set deodorant mini's*. Shop de Loveli deo hier! *Actievoorwaarden: Muv. Deo refills. Kortingscode SAARDEO; 1x bruikbaar per huishouden en niet geldig in combinatie met andere acties.Adverteren?Wil je adverteren in deze podcast? Stuur dan een mailtje naar adverteren@bienmedia.nl.

What happens when your success starts to cost you your freedom In this episode, Emmet Scott talks with Dr. Geith Kallas, Founder and Owner of Smile Makers Dental Center, about the hidden cost of growth and how he turned burnout into breakthrough. Dr. Kallas shares how he went from running himself ragged across multiple locations to building systems, empowering leaders, and creating consistent clinical excellence through AI and smarter processes, proving that leadership growth always starts with personal change.

You must kill your need to be seen.Every human being is born with the God-given desire to be seen. The problem is that this desire is easily distorted. We often want others to notice us for the wrong reasons: self-centered approval, building a reputation, or being seen as better than others. In this sermon, we explore how, through Christ, we receive what we long for — to be deeply seen and deeply loved by the Father.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Chère maman,Et si les poux — oui, les vrais, ceux qui s'invitent sans prévenir sur les têtes de nos enfants — devenaient l'occasion d'une rencontre avec Dieu ?Dans cet épisode, Claire de Féligonde te partage sa “prière de l'invasion de poux” : une prière née d'un moment de découragement total, quand les lessives s'enchaînent et que les forces manquent. Au cœur de cette épreuve domestique (et capillaire !), une parole de Dieu est venue éclairer son quotidien : “Courage.”Un mot tout simple, mais rempli de la puissance du Saint-Esprit.Un mot qui ne dit pas “débrouille-toi”, mais “Je suis avec toi.”Cette semaine, apprends à laisser ce mot divin te rejoindre dans les petites et grandes “invasions” de ta vie : les pannes, les maladies, les imprévus, les découragements.Découvre comment cette “Deo-motivation” peut transformer ton quotidien… et t'aider à affronter tout ce qui t'épuise, avec foi et sourire.

The Apostle Paul's emphasis on unity in the true church of Jesus Christ is a theme pervasive in I Corinthians. According to I Corinthians 12:1-13, to be a Christian is to behold and believe the revelation of Christ by means of the Spirit.  To be a functional church of Jesus Christ is to discern and deploy the gifts, service, and activities of the Spirt for the mutual benefit of the believers in the community where God has planted you as He empowers and appoints. To be the church of Jesus Christ in essence is to be unified in Christ with members of His body by the power of The Spirit transcending personal experience, culture, history, and the grave!  The language of Paul's epistle has the power to grasp our clouded souls by the hand and lift us up on gospel heights to behold our situation from heaven's perspective.

You were meant to live a life of ethical beauty. Jesus shows us how.How should I live? It's one of the most important questions in life. Every human being is a moral creature; the problem is that we don't all agree on morality. But what if there was an objective moral standard that's true in all times and places? That's exactly what Scripture gives us - and it's exactly what our conscience needs. In this sermon, we explore how faith in Jesus makes it possible to live a life of ethical beauty.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Cultural history and folklore celebrate the tenacity and resilience of their heroes. These legacies are celebrated for their faithfulness. The critical analysis Solomon endorses in the book of Proverbs would ask: “faithfulness to what?”. No so-called ‘hero' will pass the true test of greatness if his efforts were dedicated in service of idols. Family, honor, patriotism, philanthropy, public service, courage, scientific genius, etc. are not virtues ends unto themselves but are sanctified only in the service of righteousness & the glory of God. Those who dedicate their lives in sacrificial faithfulness to anything less than this are not heroes in truth. Don't be deceived Solomon adjures the student of wisdom —the object of our devotion separates the wise from the fool, the righteous from the wicked, the good man from the sinner.

1 After these things was a festival day of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.Post haec erat dies festus Judaeorum, et ascendit Jesus Jerosolymam. 2 Now there is at Jerusalem a pond, called Probatica, which in Hebrew is named Bethsaida, having five porches.Est autem Jerosolymis probatica piscina, quae cognominatur hebraice Bethsaida, quinque porticus habens. 3 In these lay a great multitude of sick, of blind, of lame, of withered; waiting for the moving of the water.In his jacebat multitudo magna languentium, caecorum, claudorum, aridorum, exspectantium aquae motum. 4 And an angel of the Lord descended at certain times into the pond; and the water was moved. And he that went down first into the pond after the motion of the water, was made whole, of whatsoever infirmity he lay under.Angelus autem Domini descendebat secundum tempus in piscinam, et movebatur aqua. Et qui prior descendisset in piscinam post motionem aquae, sanus fiebat a quacumque detinebatur infirmitate.Benedict XV extended to the Universal Church the Feast of the holy Archangel St Raphael, who is known to us from the inspired words of the book of Tobias as the angelical physician of soul and body.From the Book of Tobias, 12, 7-15 7 For it is good to hide the secret of a king: but honourable to reveal and confess the works of God.Etenim sacramentum regis abscondere bonum est : opera autem Dei revelare et confiteri honorificum est. 8 Prayer is good with fasting and alms more than to lay up treasures of gold:Bona est oratio cum jejunio, et eleemosyna magis quam thesauros auri recondere : 9 For alms delivereth from death, and the same is that which purgeth away sins, and maketh to find mercy and life everlasting.quoniam eleemosyna a morte liberat, et ipsa est, quae purgat peccata, et facit invenire misericordiam et viam aeternam. 10 But they that commit sin and iniquity, are enemies to their own soul.Qui autem faciunt peccatum, et iniquitatem, hostes sunt animae suae. 11 I discover then the truth unto you, and I will not hide the secret from you.Manifesto ergo vobis veritatem, et non abscondam a vobis occultum sermonem. 12 When thou didst pray with tears, and didst bury the dead, and didst leave thy dinner, and hide the dead by day in thy house, and bury them by night, I offered thy prayer to the Lord.Quando orabas cum lacrimis, et sepeliebas mortuos, et derelinquebas prandium tuum, et mortuos abscondebas per diem in domo tua, et nocte sepeliebas eos, ego obtuli orationem tuam Domino. 13 And because thou wast acceptable to God, it was necessary that temptation should prove thee.Et quia acceptus eras Deo, necesse fuit ut tentatio probaret te. 14 And now the Lord hath sent me to heal thee, and to deliver Sara thy son's wife from the devil.Et nunc misit me Dominus ut curarem te, et Saram uxorem filii tui a daemonio liberarem. 15 For I am the angel Raphael, one of the seven, who stand before the Lord.Ego enim sum Raphael angelus, unus ex septem, qui adstamus ante Dominum.Tobias 8.3Then the angel Raphael took the devil, and bound him in the desert of upper Egypt.Tunc Raphael angelus apprehendit daemonium, et religavit illud in deserto superioris Aegypti.

The good life is found on the narrow way. “All men seek happiness.” So said the French philosopher Blaise Pascal. Every human being has a longing for satisfaction, fulfillment, wholeness. What does Jesus have to say about happiness? In this sermon, we explore how Jesus's words in the Sermon on the Mount reveal the path to genuine happiness and flourishing.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Note the list of metaphors Solomon weaves into his instruction in this section…each one a telling picture: Light/Lamp (9), Tree (12), & Fountain (14).   Each is a picture of source and effect.   A lamp filled with oil provides light by which the blindness of the dark is cured.   A tree firmly rooted in fertile and irrigated soil produces life sustaining fruit. (The olive tree was the classic example in ancient times highly valued for its multi-functional and nutritious fruit). Thirdly, a fountain fed by springs provides an ever-new supply of water to quench the thirst of land and creatures who rely on this basic natural resource.   For Solomon, this relationship between source and effect is mirrored in the spiritual realm of life as well.   According to Proverbs, the sovereignly revealed wisdom of God is the vital source of human flourishing for the soul.   The Word of God is the lamp, the tree, and the fountain for the wise.

While John Granger labors with the paid subscribers to chart each of Hallmarked Man's ten Parts and one Epilogue (in preparation for a charting of the whole book structure), there will be a break in the series of conversations they have had about Strike 8 in which they have focused on a single Shed tool per episode. They will be discussing instead during the charting period a series of Q&A discussions about topics that have come up on the moderator back-channels, email from paid subscribers, and news from Rowling World.They had fourteen questions for the recording above and only managed to get through five. Deo volente and trans Atlantic work schedules permitting, they'll record a second show this week to discuss the greater remnant of the original fourteen and questions that subscribers ask in the comment boxes below this post. Ask away! And share those theories and corrections of mistakes Nick and John have made!John referenced quite a few texts and resources in his answers to some of Nick's questions. He's taken pictures and provided urls for those who want to see what he was talking about. Enjoy!Links to and Pictures of Conversation PointsQ1: The Universal Humanitarian Church and FreemasonryThe Alchemical Dictionary (Abraham) entries for:* Griffin* Red Lion* QueenQ2: Freemasonry Library ‘Discoveries'Introductions:* The Idiot's Guide to Freemasonry - John Calvin and GAOTU* The Freemasons — Pictures of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry: From Hallmarked Man:* Morals and Dogma - Hiram as Model Mason* Liturgy of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite* Bridge to Light — ‘Legend of Hiram'Histories:* The Craft - Baphomet!* The Templars* That Religion in Which All Men AgreeThe Secret Depths* The Hiram Key - Picture of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry: * The Book of HiramOccultist Guides:* Studies in Freemasonry and Compagnonnage (Rene Guenon)* The Lost Keys of Freemasonry (Manly Hall)Picture of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry (above, book's frontispiece) Note Subtitle* A New Encyclopedia of Freemasonry (Arthur Edward Waite)Saint-Martin and Freemasonry: pages from A New EncyclopediaCarmen, the Opera: Wikipedia synopsisMeaning of ‘Dirk' A woman named ‘Carmen' names her son after the weapon that kills Carmen in the Bizet opera. With a husband whose signature characteristics are rage and impulsive violence. Beyond satire.Q3: Hallmarked Man as Rowling's Welsh NovelQ4: The Murder of Hiram Abiff as the Strike 8 Story TemplateSee pages from Freemasonry guides above.Q5: The Meaning of ‘Calvin Osgood'Idiot's Guide to Freemasonry: John Calvin and GAOTUNotable Osgoods: WikipediaThe Meaning of ‘Osgood'* EtymologyThe name Osgood has its roots in Old English. The first part of the name, “Os,” is derived from the Old English word “god,” which means “god.” The second part, “good,” is a common English word that means “good” or “virtuous.” Therefore, when combined, the name Osgood can be interpreted as “God is good” or “virtuous god.”* Venus!Astrologically, the name Osgood is linked to the planet Venus. Venus is the planet of love, beauty, and creativity, suggesting that individuals with this name may have a strong appreciation for art, aesthetics, and relationships. They may also possess a charming and diplomatic nature, finding pleasure in harmonious interactions with others.* Oggy!Oggie: A fun and unique variation that can be used as a nickname.Jacob Osgood: American Esoteric Christian Sect Leader Get full access to Hogwarts Professor at hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

Because the kingdom of heaven is at hand, you should drop everything and follow Jesus.Every human being is a follower of someone or something. At the end of Matthew 4, Jesus announces that the kingdom of heaven is near and calls his first disciples to follow him. In this sermon, we examine what it means to drop everything and follow Jesus in light of the kingdom of heaven.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

The concept of a ‘new song' in the scriptures is usually with reference to extraordinary occasions worthy of thankful praise include celebration and commemoration of the grace & glory of God upon securing victory for His people despite existential threats and peril.  Think of the songs on the lips of those who were the first to receive immanent news of the incarnation… Many, Zechariah, Simeon wrote the first Christmas Carols as ‘new songs' praising God & welcoming their messiah.  Today's psalm is not one of these precisely, rather it contains a vow to write such a song upon answers to David's plea for the salvation of himself and his people.  Languishing under the threat of his enemies David longs for the day his deliverance will occasion further music.  In the meantime therefore, Psalm 144 is a new song song written in supplication for such a time. 

26 And in the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth,In mense autem sexto, missus est angelus Gabriel a Deo in civitatem Galilaeae, cui nomen Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.ad virginem desponsatam viro, cui nomen erat Joseph, de domo David : et nomen virginis Maria. 28 And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.Et ingressus angelus ad eam dixit : Ave gratia plena : Dominus tecum : benedicta tu in mulieribus. 29 Who having heard, was troubled at his saying, and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be.Quae cum audisset, turbata est in sermone ejus, et cogitabat qualis esset ista salutatio. 30 And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God.Et ait angelus ei : Ne timeas, Maria : invenisti enim gratiam apud Deum. 31 Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus.Ecce concipies in utero, et paries filium, et vocabis nomen ejus Jesum : 32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the most High; and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of David his father; and he shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever.hic erit magnus, et Filius Altissimi vocabitur, et dabit illi Dominus Deus sedem David patris ejus : et regnabit in domo Jacob in aeternum, 33 And of his kingdom there shall be no end.et regni ejus non erit finis. 34 And Mary said to the angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man?Dixit autem Maria ad angelum : Quomodo fiet istud, quoniam virum non cognosco? 35 And the angel answering, said to her: The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.Et respondens angelus dixit ei : Spiritus Sanctus superveniet in te, et virtus Altissimi obumbrabit tibi. Ideoque et quod nascetur ex te sanctum, vocabitur Filius Dei. 36 And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren:Et ecce Elisabeth cognata tua, et ipsa concepit filium in senectute sua : et hic mensis sextus est illi, quae vocatur sterilis : 37 Because no word shall be impossible with God.quia non erit impossibile apud Deum omne verbum. 38 And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it done to me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.Dixit autem Maria : Ecce ancilla Domini : fiat mihi secundum verbum tuum. Et discessit ab illa angelus.In its present form the Rosary (according to the accepted tradition) is due to St Dominic, the founder of the Order of Friars Preachers, his objective being to stem the flood of the Albigensian heresy, then spreading far and wide throughout Europe. He propagated this prayer in obedience to a revelation received from the Blessed Virgin, to whom he had recourse for this purpose, about the war 1206, and to him we owe the spread of a devotion, in the Christian world. The decisive defeat of the Turks at the famous battle of Lepanto (A.D. 1571) and at Belgrade (A.D. 1716) gave occasion to the institution of this Feast and to its extension to the Universal Church.

Because Jesus resisted temptation, you can too.Temptation isn't a religious thing; it's a human thing. Every human being recognizes that there are things they are tempted by. But what's the solution? In Matthew 4:1-11, Jesus himself is tempted, yet he fully resists. In this sermon, we explore the fact that because Jesus resisted temptation, you can too.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Toward the aim of increasing reverence for the Lord's table and all that it entails, Paul emphasizes the necessity of discerning the body.  In I Corinthians 11:17-34, we see this applies in three senses. We must have a devotional understanding of the church, of the ordinance of communion, and of ourselves.  Having considered already the necessity of discerning the church body and the symbolic body, we now turn to Paul's instructions to examine ourselves (27-34). Today's sermon is an expanded analysis of the third application of Paul's instruction regarding the supper, taking the occasion of communion as opportunity to examine our personal relationship with the Lord.  As it relates to our souls, may a proper understanding of what the Lord's table commemorates and proclaims yield the fruit of conviction, reverence, humility, and obedience.

Hey, Badasses! Zieht euch eure superfeuerfesten und kugelsicheren Unterhosen an und packt schon mal das ultra starke Ödland-Deo mit Abwehrfunktion gegen Wildhörner und Katzenbiester ein. Ihr seid nämlich genau wie Dom, Jochen R. Tony auf Kairos und  in Borderlands 4 gelandet, dem neuesten Teil von Gearbox' Loot-Shooter-Serie. Ob sich der Kampf gegen den Zeitwächter, seine Schergen und vor allem gegen die immer mal wieder  schwächelnde Performance für euch lohnen kann, könnt ihr euch hoffentlich aus unserem ausführlichen und nicht im Sinne der Spielweltfüllung in 15 Teile gespaltenen Echolog ziehen. Also los, los! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Einleitung 00:06:52 - Faszination der Borderlands- Reihe 00:14:36 - Prämisse und Story 00:24:39 - Die Charaktere 00:49:42 - Waffen 01:01:10 - Langzeitmotivation, Random Encounters, Nebenquests 01:10:35 - Übersetzung und Bosse 01:20:12 - Fazit und technischer Zustand auf dem PC In dieser Folge zu hören: Dom Schott, Jochen Redinger & Antonia "Tony" Seitz

In previous eras, people fought and died for their views of baptism. But in our era, it's often seen as a religious ritual that has little practical significance. In Matthew 3, Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist, demonstrating that he has come to identify with sinful humanity. In this sermon, we explore the significance of Jesus' baptism and how, in Christian baptism, the Christian receives the gift of the Spirit, the intercession of the Son, and the loving voice of the Father.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Much is made of generational characteristics these days.  We have identified and categorized ourselves by causes and effects of history that shape the identity of Americans born in different eras.  World War II defined the coming of age for those of my grandparent's generation for instance.  Rising to the occasion of their time earned them the title of: “The Greatest Generation”.  Those born in their looming shadow were largely overlooked & thus dubbed: “The Silent Generation” followed by the “Baby Boomers” known for their prolific numbers. This generation was followed by: “Generation X” exploring unconventional influences for their identity…and so on.  Modern scholars have proffered the theory that the cyclical nature of generational types is virtually inevitable as if we are slaves to the social influences defining an era.  Solomon disagrees.  He outlines a framework for multi-generational legacy building that takes action rather than surrender to the default settings of culture.  Parents and children heed these words.  Proverbs is a handbook for breaking generational curses and building generational righteousness

Two things are simultaneously true about every human being: we all long for something greater than ourselves to worship and serve, yet we fiercely resist any authority that threatens our control. This tension is represented in the magi and King Herod in Matthew 2. In this sermon, we explore the remarkable truth that Jesus is the fulfillment of Israel's hopes (and ours). In Jesus, the nations are gathered in, evil is defeated, and a new Exodus has begun.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.

Names carry meaning. In his birth account, Matthew introduces two names that reveal who Jesus truly is. He is called Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins. He is called Immanuel, because he is God with us. n this sermon, we reflect on how these two names reveal the character and identity of Jesus: He is God incarnate who has come near to save sinners, and his presence never leaves us.Series Description: Jesus is the hero of all of Scripture, the center of the biblical story, and the most important figure in history. The Gospel of Matthew gives us a firsthand look at the life and teachings of Jesus. It stands as a “bridge” between the Old and New Testaments, grounding us in the rich story of Israel while revealing the in-breaking reality of the kingdom of heaven. Through this preaching series, we seek to help people encounter the gospel of the kingdom and embody it as flourishing disciples who live under the gracious rule of God.