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At Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Charleston, SC, our senior pastor Rev. Craig Bailey preached about how we must live our lives as devoted disciples to bring glory to God.

June 29, 2025 [Speaker: Pastor John Sitcler] – This week, we wrap up the series called “The Holy Spirit.”  Throughout this series, we explored what the Bible said about Him and discover how He can be involved, powerfully, in our lives. Definition of devoted: Continually persevere in; To give constant attention to; Constant readiness in; Giving unremitting (never stopping) care. “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord's Supper), and to prayer.” (Acts 2:44-45) Bible app sermon notes:   http://bible.com/events/49454972

Obedience, humility, and service result when we are devoted to the Lord.

The Commitment to Rhythms   Series - Devoted: The Commitments that Shape Us   Jordan Rice   Daniel 1:1-9   You won't drift into devotion—you have to decide your way into it. Give to support the ministry of Renaissance Church: https://renaissancenyc.com/give   Keep up with Renaissance by filling out a connection card: https://renaissancenyc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/5/responses/new

Oliver Wong   CITYLIGHTS is a non-denominational church located in Greenville, SC. We exist to be Followers of Jesus who are Devoted to Building Family, Blessing Neighbors, and Bringing Good News to the Nations.

A sermon by Pastor Ryan Proudfoot. Listen along as ACC Downtown continues in our series titled "Devoted".

In this intergenerational conversation, mother and daughter open their hearts to reflect on what it means to be impacted by the Lubavitcher Rebbe in today's world. From personal encounters with the Rebbe to honest reflections on what it looks like to be shifted by the Rebbe's teachings without his physical presence, we explore the rich empowerment, divine awareness and love of another Jew that characterizes the Lubavitcher Rebbe's impact.C. Rochel Duchman is a Certified Life Coach (by Infiniti Coaching Training) and Dating Coach. She believes each person has exceptional gifts and greatness to contribute to the universe. As a coach, she is committed to helping each individual uncover and reach their limitless potential. Find out more at Autumncoaching.net. Instagram: Autumncoaching. Facebook: Autumn Coaching. Phone: 323-620-3618Srula Chaiton is a guiding force in the lives of children and families—leading with warmth, vision, and deep compassion. Through her work with Kol Yakov Yehuda, camp, and dance, she has shaped some of the most innovative programming for girls, especially around Shabbos and Jewish identity, setting a new standard for creativity and meaning. As a proud member of Chai Lifeline's crisis intervention team and one of the first female CTMs with Magen Am, Srula brings calm, strength, and action where it's needed most. Devoted wife, beloved mother, and vibrant community builder, she lives each day with purpose—rooted in faith, growth, and an unshakable belief in the power of the neshama. She can be contacted at sruladuchman@gmail.com.* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Welcome00:45 – Meet Srula Chaiton: Building Spiritual Community for Kids02:20 – Experiencing the Rebbe's Impact Beyond Physical Presence04:00 – A Tzaddik's Soul After Their Passing06:30 – I Feel Empowered to Have an Impact 08:15 – Making the Rebbe's Energy Accessible Today08:55 – Why Do You Want Your Children to Feel Connected to the Rebbe? 11:50 – Total Immersion: My Life is Not Made of Fragmented Pieces 14:30 – Encouraging Teens to Ask and Learn17:00 – Meet Rochel Duchman: Growing Up with a Legendary Chabad Legacy19:00 – "I Was Your Chossid Before You Were My Rebbe"20:12 – Growing Up in Close Proximity to the Rebbe 22:00 – Personal Story: My Private Audience with the Rebbe24:29 – Use the Gifts That You Have 25:45 – The Rebbe's Belief in Me Still Gives Me Strength28:00 – How Did the Rebbe's Passing Impact You?30:20 – Empowering the Individual Soul32:30 – Intergenerational Reflection: What We Admire in Each Other35:00 – Truth, Faith, and the Power of Stories38:10 – Teaching Through Experience and Realness42:00 – A Personal Letter and Unexpected Answer43:37 – Footage of the Rebbe's Leadership 44:51– Lifting Others Will Uplift You 46:00 – What Messages from the Rebbe Would You Like to See More Integrated?48:08 – Returning to Our Core51:00 – Judaism is Coming Alive 52:00 – How Would You Like to See the Rebbe's Impact Develop?55:06 – Trusting the Next Generation

In this final part of Tony's three part series about the newborn church, he points out the results that this church experienced because of their deep devotion to God and each other. It might not be what you would think. Luke tells us that they were filled with awe, there was a fear of God that was born in them as a result of being devoted to the apostle's teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayers.

Learn how our heart is the seat of our passions, purposes, and endeavors in life and how God wants us to follow Him and have a healthy heart.

In this episode, Justin and Chrisy Kendrick sit with Tim and Colleen Lucas from Liquid Church to talk about strategies for good communication in marriage. Buckle up!Justin Kendrick is the Lead Pastor of Vox Church, which he founded in 2011 with a group of friends on the doorstep of Yale University. Since then, the church has grown to multiple locations across New England with the dream of seeing the least-churched region of the U.S. become the most spiritually vibrant place on earth. Justin is the author of the USA Today bestseller How to Quiet a Hurricane, as well as Bury Your Ordinary and The Sacred Us (David C Cook). In addition to hosting Justin Kendrick: The Devoted Life Podcast, he continues to create sermon material, small group studies, and video content weekly through Vox Church. Justin and his wife, Chrisy, live with their four children in the New Haven area. To learn more about Justin, visit JustinKendrick.com.

Sermon: The ChurchScripture: Acts: 42-47Speaker: Pastor Andrew Happ

In this episode of Until It's Done – A Devoted Podcast, I sit down with the bold, brilliant, and unapologetically real Beth Feraco for an honest conversation that covers everything from mindset and motivation to real talk about the wild internet trolls, the fitness lifestyle, and showing up for yourself no matter what.Beth's no-BS approach to life and wellness is both refreshing and empowering—and this interview is packed with gems you don't want to miss.BUT… tech happens.

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The Commitment to Servanthood   Series - Devoted: The Commitments that Shape Us   Jordan Rice   John 13:1-15   Spiritual growth takes time, truth and practice—and few things form us like humble service.  Give to support the ministry of Renaissance Church: https://renaissancenyc.com/give   Keep up with Renaissance by filling out a connection card: https://renaissancenyc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/5/responses/new

Oliver Wong   CITYLIGHTS is a non-denominational church located in Greenville, SC. We exist to be Followers of Jesus who are Devoted to Building Family, Blessing Neighbors, and Bringing Good News to the Nations.

Every man follows something. So the question is—who or what is shaping you?In this episode, Casey Wilson, Travis Shook, and Justin Bonner begin the final section of our series The Making of a Godly Man, focusing on devotion to God's Word. This isn't about checking a box—it's about building your life on the only foundation that will never fail.We talk about:• Why God's Word is your lifeline• The danger of false lights and worldly advice• How Scripture shapes fatherhood, leadership, and identity• Why “I'm not a reader” doesn't excuse you• Taking every thought captive to ChristThis episode is a call to get serious. The Bible is not an accessory—it's survival.“Indeed, it is not an idle word for you; it is your life.” — Deut. 32:47

A sermon by Church Planting Resident S.O. Listen along as ACC Dowtown continues in our series titled "Devoted"

Rev. Sam Taaffe

Jon Childes   CITYLIGHTS is a non-denominational church located in Greenville, SC. We exist to be Followers of Jesus who are Devoted to Building Family, Blessing Neighbors, and Bringing Good News to the Nations.

When it gets right down to it, Luke tells us that the newborn church that started on the Day of Pentecost, was deeply devoted to God and each other. But it was not just lip service to them. They showed their devotion every day, loving the apostle's teaching, to fellowship, breaking bread, and praying. They ordered their lives around these things. And you know what? That is the Christian life!

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42. What we see in today's Scripture is that believers “practiced” living out their faith by doing. Not with head knowledge of “HOW to do things,” but by simply “DOING things.” Today's verses tell us they devoted themselves NOT to the “How,” but rather to the “Doing.” Today verses say: Acts 2:41-42 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day. They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. They not only DID these things, they “devoted” themselves to doing them. They practiced them. Practice definition - noun:     1.    The actual application of use of an idea, belief, or method as opposed to theories relating to it.     2.    The customary, habitual or expected procedure of way of doing of something. Pastor shares a great basketball example to help us understand the difference between “how to do things” and “doing things.” And in his example we will see that doing requires practice! Let's examine verse 42.     1.    Devoted themselves to the apostles teaching - the Greek word used for “devoting” actually is more accurately translated as “continually devoting” themselves to what they had been taught about the Gospel message of Jesus. We are to hold onto the right teachings and truth and practice living them. The application for us for “being devoted to the apostles teaching” is through:     ⁃    Regular study of God's Word     ⁃    Solid biblical teaching     ⁃    Christ-centered, Spirit-lead     2.    Devoted themselves to fellowship - time with others that believed. Fellowship has several meanings, all which apply. It can mean communion both in having communion with the Holy Spirit and communion with the body and blood of Jesus. It can also refer to participation in sharing with others, being generous. The application for us for “being devoted to fellowship” is through:     ⁃    Large and small groups     ⁃    Christian friends and mentors     ⁃    Generous life style     3.    Devoted themselves to the breaking of bread which is they had meals together for sharing their faith both privately and publicly. They went to temple (large groups) and to small home groups along with doing the Lord's Supper together. The application for us for “being devoted to breaking of bread” is by:     ⁃    Christian fellowship at mealtime     ⁃    Faith talk at meals     ⁃    Lord's Supper     4.    Devoted themselves to prayer by following the morning and evening prayer times, formal times of prayer, but also informal prayer times in home gatherings and other places both public and private. The application for us for “being devoted to prayer” is by:     5.    Having a personal prayer life - God desires we talk to Him     6.    Prayer partners - people we pray with     7.    Public prayer and worship  We too are called to practice, not just understand what the Bible says about the Christian faith but DOING what the Bible says about the Christian faith Questions - Am I aware of what God is saying? Am I growing in the apostles teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread and prayer? Am I putting these into practice?  Do I understand AND apply this verse? Do I understand what I am to do and do I do it? God is calling us to act on - to practice - the application of what we saw in today's verse. Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. Check out this video series from our website:  https://www.awakeusnow.com/40-10 Join us Sundays  https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

In heaven, God's will is perfectly completed. Requesting that it be fulfilled here on earth is a recognition that His will for our lives is indeed perfect. Aligning ourselves with that will begin with prayer. Praying for God's Kingdom to come is asking for the presence of Christ. When you pray for God's kingdom to come, you are asking for the global swelling of the Church. In praying these words, we are asking for Him, before we are seeking for us.Praying for God's will to be done, is a prayer of submission.Matthew 6:10, Matthew 3:1-2, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 6:33 , Matthew 20:28, Luke 22:42, John 4:34, John 5:30, John 6:38, Colossians 1:17, 2 Corinthians 12:9

June 22nd, 2025- Acts 2:42-47 – God's Outpouring of Grace to Be His PeopleV.42 – Devoted themselves V.43 – God's grace in their lives as they devoted themselves to God V.44-45 – Unity amidst diversity46-47 – Day by day they worshiped

Read OnlineJesus said to his disciples: “No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.” Matthew 6:24Mammon is another word for money. Jesus is clear that you must choose to serve either God or money, but not both. A divided heart does not suffice. Saint John of the Cross, in His spiritual classic “Ascent to Mount Carmel,” explains something similar. He says that our desires must become completely purified to the point that all we desire is God and His holy will. Every other desire in life must be purged away so that we are singularly devoted to God. Does this mean that God and God alone should be the object of all of our love? Yes, indeed. But that truth must be properly understood.When we consider the calling we have been given from God to love, it is true that we must love not only God but also many other things in life. We must love family, friends, neighbors, and even our enemies. Hopefully we also love other aspects of our lives, such as our vocation, our job, our home, a certain pastime, etc. So how do we love God with singular devotion when we also have many other things we must love?The answer is quite simple. The love of God is such that when we make God the singular object of our love and devotion, the love we have for God will supernaturally overflow. This is the nature of the love of God. As we love God, we will find that God calls us to love Him by loving other people and even various aspects of our lives. As we love what God wills us to love and as we express our love for all that is contained in the will of God, we are still loving God with all our heart, mind, soul and strength.But back to our Scripture above. Why is it that we cannot love God and money? “Mammon” in this passage must be understood as a love that becomes an unhealthy attachment and desire. Money is such that we can “love” it by allowing our desires for it to become disordered and, thus, exclude the will of God from that “love.” Money is not evil when it is used solely in accord with the will of God. In that case, the money we use will give God great glory. But when money, or any other object of our desire, begins to take on a life of its own, so to speak, then that desire will be at odds with our love of God. To love God and God alone means we love God and all that He wills us to love in life.Reflect, today, upon the necessity of being singularly devoted to God. As you commit yourself to this exclusive love, consider also whom and what God calls you to love in and through Him. Where does His perfect will lead you, and how are you called to show your love of God through the love of others? Consider, also, any ways in which you have allowed an unhealthy attachment to money or anything else in life to distract you from the one and ultimate purpose of your life. Allow God to purge those unhealthy desires and false “loves” from your heart so that you will be free to love as you were made to love.My Lord and God, You are worthy of all of my love. You and You alone must become the single focus of all of my love. As I love You, dear Lord, help me to discover all that Your will directs me to love more and all that Your will calls me to detach from. May I choose only You and that which is contained in Your holy and perfect will. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: James Tissot, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Gospel Daily with Josh Weidmann The Power of a Devoted Life, Part 2 Series: Daniel: Devoted Scripture: Daniel 1 Episode: 1283 In Daniel 1, Daniel and his friends are taken into Babylonian captivity and chosen to serve in King Nebuchadnezzar's court. Despite being offered royal food and wine, Daniel resolves to remain faithful to God's laws by requesting a diet of vegetables and water. God honors their obedience, giving them health, wisdom, and understanding far beyond the others in training. Daniel is also granted special insight into visions and dreams. This chapter highlights themes of faithfulness in exile, spiritual integrity, and God's favor in the midst of cultural pressure.

Gospel Daily with Josh Weidmann The Power of a Devoted Life, Part 1 Series: Daniel: Devoted Scripture: Daniel 1 Episode: 1282 In Daniel 1, Daniel and his friends are taken into Babylonian captivity and chosen to serve in King Nebuchadnezzar's court. Despite being offered royal food and wine, Daniel resolves to remain faithful to God's laws by requesting a diet of vegetables and water. God honors their obedience, giving them health, wisdom, and understanding far beyond the others in training. Daniel is also granted special insight into visions and dreams. This chapter highlights themes of faithfulness in exile, spiritual integrity, and God's favor in the midst of cultural pressure.

A sermon by Pastor Israel Mendez. Listen along as ACC Downtown continues our series titled "Devoted".

These words are a prayer in and of themselves. They are asking God to make his name revered, admired, loved. When we pray, we are praying to the supreme being of the universe, the creator of heaven and earth. He can grant all of our requests. The power in prayer is found in who we are praying to.Prayer begins with worship and reverence.We pray because of who we are praying to.We should pray expectantly because we are asking our Father who loves us.Yes to worship, yes to reverence. But pray expectantly because of relationship.

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What Luke wants us to know immediately about this new community that was formed after Pentecost is that they were a “devoted” people. So in this sermon Tony wants us to see their devotion and how they became devoted. He leads us to considering if we are “dabblers” rather than “devoted.” 

Ezra's influence came not from charisma or position but from his devotion to God's Word—he studied it, lived it, and taught it. This message challenges us to do the same. If we believe the Bible is God's Word, we must live like it. Because the future of our faithfulness depends on that one belief.

Romans 12:11-12

Paul Bramadat, Director of the Centre for Studies in Religion and Society at University of Victoria and author of Yogalands: In Search of Practice on the Mat and in the World, talks with J about letting your body settle the score and the anthropology of yoga. They discuss transformation and academic dispassion, experience vs intellectual reasoning, religious studies and small p politics, the response from academic circles to being a yoga teacher, healing properties of practice, coping with the world better, and connection to what animates your curiosity.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

Oliver Wong   CITYLIGHTS is a non-denominational church located in Greenville, SC. We exist to be Followers of Jesus who are Devoted to Building Family, Blessing Neighbors, and Bringing Good News to the Nations.

Oliver Wong   CITYLIGHTS is a non-denominational church located in Greenville, SC. We exist to be Followers of Jesus who are Devoted to Building Family, Blessing Neighbors, and Bringing Good News to the Nations.

“Service … it's a great healer for a broken heart. It helped me a lot through our fight for our son, and the difficulties and the challenges of fighting for him and then losing him,” says Gary Sinise.An Emmy Award-winning actor, producer, director, and musician, Sinise has dedicated his life to supporting America's active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families.The Gary Sinise Foundation has raised over $500 million in support of these communities, and Sinise has won many awards for his humanitarian contributions, including the Presidential Citizen Medal, the second-highest civilian honor in the United States.In this episode, Sinise reflects on his three decades of service, from building dozens of specially modified homes for wounded veterans and first responders to playing nearly 600 concerts with the Lt. Dan band (named after his Forrest Gump character) at military bases across the United States and overseas.Sinise's son McCanna Anthony “Mac” Sinise died last year at age 33 after a five-year battle with a rare bone cancer called chordoma. Before he passed, he was able to record an entire album of music that he'd begun in college. It's titled “Resurrection & Revival.”Mac's story and his father's full tribute to his son can be found here on the Gary Sinise Foundation website: https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/mac-tribute