Podcasts about difficult circumstances

Genesis 39 and 40 "Trusting and Serving God in Difficult Circumstances." (Part One) with Pastor Michael Petit. Thank you for listening to Pastor Michael Petit from Calvary Chapel Devine, Texas. We hope you enjoy our podcast, Sunday and Wednesday Teachings. You can get more information from http://calvarydevine.org Listen to Son-Salt-Light Christian Digital Radio 24/7 with great teachers of the Word of God and Worship music. https://streams.radio.co/s1df711a7e/low

Genesis 39 and 40 "Trusting and Serving God in Difficult Circumstances." (Part Two) with Pastor Michael Petit. Thank you for listening to Pastor Michael Petit from Calvary Chapel Devine, Texas. We hope you enjoy our podcast, Sunday and Wednesday Teachings. You can get more information from http://calvarydevine.org Listen to Son-Salt-Light Christian Digital Radio 24/7 with great teachers of the Word of God and Worship music. https://streams.radio.co/s1df711a7e/low

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In this episode of the Finding God podcast, my guest John talks about how he was able to find God in difficult circumstances.  To find out more about Finding God go to  Emory Rose (keanawmitchell.com)Join Me on social media!!!!Facebook:Finding God | FacebookFacebook Group:Finding God | FacebookInstagram:Keana W. Mitchell (@findinggod2) • Instagram photos and videosListen to Finding God on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/022Zht5DjU1i3k7BAeHaTW?si=8c728b93da5d43c2If you would like to either be a guest on Finding God or submit music to the podcast, please send an email to anaekmusic@outlook.com

Peter encourages us to live for Christ even in difficult circumstances.We'll consider:- A call to develop a Christ-like character.- A call to live a Christ-like life.- A promise of obtaining the Lord's blessing.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 3:8–12Psalm 34Series:1 Peter

Fomer Ute legend Jeff Judkins joined DJ & PK to talk about the situation at Utah with their head coaching vacancy and what he thinks they need to do.

Overcomers | Difficult Circumstances by Dresden.Church

We are teachers. But our identity is so much more than that. When we tie our worth to doing a good job, or our students doing a good job, it creates problems for us. Listen in as Linda shares how to lean in to our true identity in the Christ from the classroom to the rest of our lives. Get notes + links at http://teach4theheart.com/334 00:00 Finding Identity in Christ 07:18 The Impact of Identity on Teaching 15:46 Practical Steps to Secure Identity If you liked this episode, check out Episode 327: Helping Students Build Their Identity in Christ at https://teach4theheart.com/327 

Leslie continues the He Is series this week with Part Two of her message: He is My Victory. This episode offers a powerful and practical look at what it means to walk in victory through difficult circumstances and challenging relationships. While we often believe that we need to be discouraged or defeated when we face undesired circumstances or frustrating relationships, Leslie shares key Biblical truths that can help us step into the triumph and victory that is ours in Christ. This episode is a great reminder that whatever challenges you are going through right now - whether circumstantially or relationally - victory is not only possible - it is God's plan for you as a daughter of the King.For more resources from Leslie, visit https://setapart.org/. To check out our Set Apart Christmas specials, visit https://shop.setapart.org/. To learn more about our 2025 Set Apart Conference, visit https://setapart.org/2025-set-apart-conference/. To support Set Apart Ministries, visit https://setapart.org/support/.

In this special in-between episode, we're going to explore the spiritual practice of gratitude and its significance in our everyday lives, especially during challenging times. We're going to talk about four ways to choose gratitude. One of the things that's always been really challenging for me as a believer is separating my gratitude and thanksgiving from my circumstances. And I wish after all these years of walking with God that I had improved in this area, I think maybe I'm growing in this area, but the reality is I know my own heart, and I know that when things are in a joyful place circumstantially, In fact, I wrote in my journal this morning, Lord, help me to have as much joy for you in the hard times as I do in the good times. And I wanted to bring us to, you know, we hear all about choosing gratitude and about being thankful to God. So that's what we're going to talk about today as we move into the Christmas season and transition into our Advent series on John. We're going to look at 10 verses in the Bible where God instructs us to choose gratitude, no matter what circumstances we're facing. THIS WEEK'S BIBLE STUDY RESOURCES: Sign up for Nicole's newsletter and get regular encouragement straight to your inbox: https://nicoleunice.com/realtalk/ Help! My Bible is Alive! Nicole's Newest Book: Not What I Signed Up For  When you go to NicoleUnice.com/notwhatisignedupfor you'll get the intro, first chapter and a free prayer guide!  Find all of Nicole's books and resources on Amazon or Barnes & Noble There is so much pain and hopelessness in our world. Men or women, young or old, rich or poor—pain doesn't discriminate, and the problem of addiction is prevalent. It can feel like there's no way out. Whether you are in a dark valley or walking with someone through theirs, the Bible can be your companion to recovery and restoration. Millions of people have chosen the Life Recovery Bible and have been led to the true source of recovery—God himself. Within its pages, you'll find a powerful foundation for recovery with spiritual care, practical wisdom, and the life-changing Word of God. Guidance, support, and hope are here. The Life Recovery Bible is packed with practical notes, helps, and themes that are fully integrated with the twelve-step program and point you back to your Creator, who alone is the source of freedom, hope, and victory. Begin your journey today at LifeRecoveryBible.com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Christmas is a story alluded to over three hundred times in the Old Testament alone. It is a perfect story amid imperfect people and events. This December, join us as we share the Christmas story through lens of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love looking at the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary, and Jesus – who is God With Us, The Joy of Christmas.

Christmas is a story alluded to over three hundred times in the Old Testament alone. It is a perfect story amid imperfect people and events. This December, join us as we share the Christmas story through lens of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love looking at the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary, and Jesus – who is God With Us, The Joy of Christmas.

Christmas is a story alluded to over three hundred times in the Old Testament alone. It is a perfect story amid imperfect people and events. This December, join us as we share the Christmas story through lens of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love looking at the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary, and Jesus – who is God With Us, The Joy of Christmas.

24_11_23 -Ep.339  - Run With Horses Podcast  - Living Thanks Out Loud Podcast:  rwh.podbean.com Website:  www.runwithhorses.net Youtube:   https://youtube.com/@rwhpodcast Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast Twitter:   https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast Susan's New book – Parenting Manual https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo Norman's New book – Pursuing Godliness Together  - It's a practical, quick read! https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04 --- **(28:00)** Today we consider what it means to live a life of Thanksgiving! Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It's very cool that we can do that together! Thank you for joining me today! “If you're new here, you can check out past episodes at runwithhorses.net. As always, I appreciate your feedback, questions, and reviews!” **(27:00 – 23:00)**    Spiritual Habits - Solitude ### **Podcast Segment Outline: Solitude as a Spiritual Discipline**   *"Today, we're diving into the often-overlooked but essential spiritual discipline of solitude."*   - Define solitude: *"Solitude is intentionally stepping away from the noise and busyness of life to be alone with God."*   - Emphasize its importance: *"Jesus practiced solitude regularly, and it's a vital habit for spiritual growth."*   #### **2. Biblical Examples of Solitude (1 minute)**   - **Jesus sought solitude for prayer and renewal**:     - *"Mark 1:35 says, ‘Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.'"*     - *"Jesus made solitude a priority even amidst a demanding ministry."*   - **Solitude before major decisions**:     - *"Luke 6:12 tells us, ‘Now it came to pass in those days that He went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.'"*     - *"Before choosing the twelve disciples, Jesus spent the night alone with the Father."*   - **In moments of distress**:     - *"In Matthew 26:36, Jesus withdraws to the Garden of Gethsemane, telling His disciples, ‘Sit here while I go and pray over there.'"*   #### **3. Benefits of Practicing Solitude (1 minute)**   - **Connecting with God**:     - *"In solitude, we quiet our hearts to hear God's voice. Psalm 46:10 reminds us, ‘Be still, and know that I am God.'"*   - **Strengthening faith**:     - "Isaiah 40:31 says, ‘But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.' Solitude renews our spiritual energy."   - **Aligning our will with God's**:     - *"In the silence, we surrender distractions and refocus on God's purposes for our lives."*   4. Practical Steps for Practicing Solitude   - Set aside intentional time:     - "Start small—find 10 minutes in your day to unplug from distractions and focus on God."   - Choose a quiet location:     - "Like Jesus, find a ‘solitary place' where you can focus."   - **Use the time to pray and meditate on Scripture**:     - "Bring a verse like Psalm 62:5 – ‘My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from Him.'"      - "Solitude isn't about escaping life—it's about stepping away to reconnect with God so we can return refreshed and refocused."     - "This week, take a moment of solitude and seek God's presence. Start with Mark 1:35 as your inspiration."   **(23:00 – 0:00)* *  PART 1 Intro: Living as a "new self" is not just an inward change but should be visible to others. Gratitude should be an outpouring of this new life in Christ. 1. Overflowing with PEACE: Gratitude Rooted in Unity (v.15)    Paul calls us to let Christ's peace rule, promoting unity and gratitude within the body of Christ.    Application: Gratitude fosters unity, while bitterness and self-centeredness tear it down. What actions come out of a Thankful heart and influence our unity? - promotes humility, readily forgives, lifts up others, etc 2. Overflowing with WISDOM: Gratitude increased as We Grow in the Word (v.16)    When the word of Christ dwells richly in us, it transforms our minds, shaping us into grateful, wise people.    Application: A heart filled with Scripture is naturally inclined toward thankfulness. The better we know God and understand what He has done for us, the more thankful we will be. 3. Overflowing with PURPOSE: Gratitude expressed in All We Do (v.17)     Living in the name of Jesus, on His mission,  means every act—big or small—is done with thankfulness to God.    - Application: We can honor Christ in all things when we remember that everything we do is an offering of thanks.     A person who sees their work, family roles, and daily interactions as opportunities to thank and glorify God. How does a Thankful Heart encourage us on the mission of Jesus? -reminded of what Jesus did for use -want others to share in the blessing **(00:00) END PART 1** **(27:00 – 5:00) BEGIN PART 2**   Why Thankfulness Matters      - It reflects a heart aligned with God's will and purpose.      - Gratitude transforms our perspective, shifting focus from circumstances to God's goodness.   The Command to Be Thankful   1. Biblical Foundations      - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.     - Psalm 107:1: “Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!”      - Emphasize thankfulness as a command, not an option.   2. Thankfulness as Obedience      - It's part of submitting to God's lordship.      - Disobedience in thankfulness can lead to bitterness or discontent.     Thankfulness in Difficult Circumstances   1. Biblical Examples      - Job 1:21: “The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.”      - Habakkuk 3:17-18: “Though the fig tree should not blossom... yet I will rejoice in the LORD.”      - Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”   2. God's Sovereignty and Goodness      - Trusting God's plan even when it's not clear.      - Thankfulness as an act of faith and trust.   The Fruit of Thankfulness   1. Influences Your Relationship with God      - Deepens your relationship with God. (Psalm 50:23: “The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me.”)      - Promotes joy and contentment (Philippians 4:11-13).   2. Your Thankfulness Influences Others      - Thankfulness is contagious and glorifies God before unbelievers (Matthew 5:16).      - It fosters unity and encouragement within the church body (Ephesians 5:19-20).    3. Practical Challenge      - Write a letter of thanks to someone who has blessed you.         Closing Thoughts  1. Key Points      - Thankfulness is God's will for you.      - It's not dependent on circumstances but rooted in who God is.      - It transforms your heart and your witness.   2. Challenge      - Memorize 1 Thessalonians 5:18 this week.      - Start a blessing journal, remember what God has done.      **(5:00 – 1:00)**   Doctrine of the Month - Doctrine of Man  Humanity's Purpose        - *“Have you ever wondered why you were created? What is the purpose of life from God's perspective?”*       - *“Today, we're exploring humanity's purpose according to the Bible. From the beginning, God designed us with intention and meaning.”*        - *“Let's look at Scripture to understand why God created us and what our lives should be about.”*   #### **2. Humanity Was Created to Glorify God (1 minute)**   - **Primary purpose: To glorify God**     - *Isaiah 43:7*: *“Everyone who is called by My name, whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have made him.”*     - Emphasize: *“We are made to reflect God's glory in our words, actions, and attitudes.”*   - **What does glorifying God mean?**     - To glorify God is to honor Him and display His character.     - *1 Corinthians 10:31*: *“Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”*        - *“Every aspect of life—work, relationships, and even recreation—can glorify God when done with the right heart.”*   --- #### **3. Humanity Was Created for Fellowship with God (1 minute)**   - **God's desire for relationship**:     - *Genesis 3:8*: *“And they heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day.”*       - *“This verse shows that from the beginning, God desired close fellowship with humanity.”*   - **Sin broke fellowship, but Christ restores it**:     - *John 17:3*: *“And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.”*     - Explain: *“God's purpose is for us to know Him intimately, not just as Creator, but as Savior and Father.”*   --- #### **4. Humanity Was Created to Serve and Steward Creation (1 minute)**   - **Stewardship of the earth**:     - *Genesis 1:28*: *“Then God blessed them, and God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.'”*     - *“This means we are caretakers of God's creation, managing it responsibly for His glory.”*   - **Good works as part of our purpose**:     - *Ephesians 2:10*: *“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”*     - Connect: *“Serving others and fulfilling the tasks God gives us is part of our God-given purpose.”*   --- #### **5. Humanity Was Created to Enjoy God Forever (30 seconds)**   - **Eternal joy in God's presence**:     - *Psalm 16:11*: *“You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”*     - Explain: *“Our purpose includes delighting in God, both now and for eternity.”*   - Summarize: *“God didn't create us out of necessity but out of love, to share His joy and glory with us forever.”*      - Recap the key points:     - *“We were created to glorify God, enjoy fellowship with Him, steward His creation, and ultimately experience the joy of His presence forever.”*   - Call to action:     - *“Take time this week to reflect on these truths. How can you glorify God in your daily life? How can you grow in fellowship with Him?”*   - Encourage with Scripture:     - *“As Colossians 3:17 reminds us, ‘And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.'”*         **(1:00)**     - “Thank you for listening today! Giving Thanks should be a daily part of the life of every disciple of Jesus. We have so much to be thankful for, we just so easily are distracted by the details of life.Be intentional, be thankful! -If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running. **(00:00)**        

The Word of God is our True North. It allows us to see all things in light of the design of God. Without this grounding standard, we would simply wander through life, unwilling and unable to avoid destruction. We would never be able to truly thrive in the lives our God has given us. We would never really know the answers to life's questions. We would not have the motivation to move in the right direction. We would not be able to seek purpose and meaning. We would not know how to direct our children or support our community. CCLI Copyright License 11107056 CCLI Streaming License CSPL085064l

Large classes, demotivated students, a lack of resources, a shortage of teachers, social problems. On today's show, I talked about these and other difficult circumstances that teachers and educational systems face, and looked at some solutions that have been implemented or which teachers could adopt.

Fear and anxiety will come. We'll all face challenges that leave us feeling unsettled and unsure. How can we prepare ourselves to face those challenges well? In this episode, host Carol McCracken talks with Bible teacher Kathy Howard on the benefits available to us in Christ. (Scroll down for discussion questions.) Find Kathy Howard: On her website On Facebook On Instagram On Amazon Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (I inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? How have you seen your love for Christ grow over the past year or decade? How does your love for Christ impact your obedience to Him? When has personal weakness increased your dependency on Christ, and what was the result? What does it mean to you to possess resurrection power within? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Series: Mark: The Good News of the Son of God Title: Difficult Circumstances of Life with a Heavenly Outcome Passage: Mark 2:1-12 Preached by Ted Tanzey Resurrection Church 10.20.2024 #ResurrectionChurch #Charleston #WestVirginia

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I. How do we make sense of the Lord's directing hand? II. How do we make sense of the Lord's abounding grace? III. How do we make sense of the Lord's chastening rod?

Fortitude in Difficult Circumstances | The Catholic Warriors Talk Show The Catholic Warrior Talk Show: Season 3: Episode 35: Fortitude in Difficult Circumstances Spotify Link to The Catholic Warriors Talk Show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catholicwarriortalkshow https://open.spotify.com/show/4c7l9XMIZ2dZMpqAm2HvJP September. 5th, 2024 Please subscribe to my channel for Christ glorifying His name and kingdom! May God bless you always! Come and join me in this journey being True Warriors of Christ with me closer to God! We are here to have wonderful experiences of Christ be shared to all with wonderful topics of God to encourage us to grow in faith closer to Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Mother Mary, and God, our Father. #Catholic #CatholicChurch #Catholicism #Church #Blessed #Jesus #JesusChrist #LambofGod #God #HolySpiritCome #Holy #HolySpirit #Salvation #Forgiveness #Love #Mercy #Grace #StJoseph #MotherofGod #Pure #Truth #Perfect #Christian #christianity

Steps to finding joy within (very) difficult circumstances

In this episode, Abby has a conversation with The Kennedy Ladd Foundation founder, Allie Ladd, about faith in difficult circumstances. Her story is sure to impact you! Connect with The Kennedy Ladd Foundation: kennedyladd.org Instagram Facebook Connect with us on rblministries.com Get tickets and more info for RBL Conference --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rbl-ministries/support

Philippians 4:10-13

Summary We avoid the difficult, don't we?   It is not easy to invite, open up to and engage in difficult conversations and decision making.   I explore the challenges we face when handling the difficult. Drawing from personal experiences and client stories, I discuss how making decisions—whether they're about ending a relationship or changing careers—resembles a complex dance that requires both grace and strategy. It does require courage, clarity and patience.   I dive into the delicate balance between logical thinking and emotional feeling in decision-making. Our heart says something, but head has a completely different mind of its own, pun completely intended.   So, how do we do this? Let's explore!   Key Points: Balance logic with empathy Personal anecdotes illustrate strategies Client case studies provide insights   Resources What Type of Introvert are you? Find out by taking the quiz here. Want to watch our Video LIVE Show? Tune-in here. Take advantage of the free Clarity call here. It's time to explore your development needs to unlock your potential. Sign-up for my weekly 'Reflections' email right here. Visit Joanna's website right here. Join the Flourishing Introverts Facebook Community of like-minded Introverts here.  

Focus on Jesus instead of your difficulties—He will provide deliverance, comfort, and peace.

Leading hundreds of thousands of people for 40 years in a desolate wasteland was no picnic in the park for Moses. As a leader, he had to improvise, overcome daunting obstacles, deal with difficult personalities, and push past personal insecurities to be effective. In this message, we will learn some simple principles to help us deal with the complex problems we often face in life.

Special guest June Hunt, founder of Hope for the Heart, joins Haley and Dustin to share her story of how she found hope in Christ amidst a difficult and turbulent childhood. June also shares how the Lord used her to then share hope with others who were struggling and in despair and how hope is vital to the Christian life.   Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more : (14:42) Finding Hope Through Biblical Teaching (18:35) How to Find Hope in Difficult Circumstances (29:10) The Power of Hope in Trials of Life   -------------- Helpful links and resources Connect with us on social!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night   Sign up for our in-person and livestream event on Saturday, June 22, on Mental Health and the Church https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church      Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/    Learn more about Hope Talks and submit your question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast     Resources on topics discussed in this episode: Suicide Prevention: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gethelp/  Childhood Sexual Abuse: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/childhood-sexual-abuse/  Hope for Your Heart, book by June Hunt: https://june-hunt.myshopify.com/collections/trade-books/products/hope-for-your-heart    -------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode   Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”   Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”   2 Peter 1:3 – “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.”   2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, ho comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”   Lamentations 3:21-23 – “Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”   Psalm 71:14 – “As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.”   Proverbs 23:18 – “There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.”

Murray McCandless preaches on David's wise behaviour when one jealous man detained, despised, discredited, dreaded, and demoted him. Readings: 1 Sam 18:1-18, 27-30. (Recorded in North America) The post Behaving Yourself Wisely in Difficult Circumstances (21 min) first appeared on Gospel Hall Audio.

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David William’s life and ministry experiences to give him a heart and passion for reaching, building, and encouraging believers with glorious gospel of Christ. David talks of the difficult journey of finding God during the bitterness he faced when his mother passed away. God could have intervened...but He didn't. How do you handle that? And how do you help someone who is in a similar circumstance - feeling like God didn't come through for them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary Stephanie Dufort shares her experience of being kidnapped in Haiti and the harrowing moments she went through. She discusses how she was targeted because of the color of her skin and considered a rich person. Stephanie talks about the initial moments of the kidnapping, the fear she felt, and the attempts to escape. She also highlights the emotional toll it took on her and her loved ones. Despite the trauma, Stephanie's faith in God grew stronger, and she gained a deeper appreciation for life. Stephanie and Jeff continue their conversation, discussing the details of their captivity and the physical and emotional abuse they endured. They reflect on the fear and uncertainty they felt during their ordeal and the relief they experienced upon their release. Stephanie shares her gratitude for the support and prayers they received and emphasizes the ongoing violence and suffering in Haiti. They conclude by expressing hope for a better future for the country.   Keywords kidnapping, Haiti, targeted, escape, fear, emotional toll, faith, appreciation for life, captivity, abuse, fear, uncertainty, release, gratitude, support, prayers, violence, suffering, Haiti, hope   Takeaways Stephanie was kidnapped in Haiti and targeted because of the color of her skin. She experienced fear and trauma during the kidnapping and made attempts to escape. The emotional toll on Stephanie and her loved ones was significant. Her faith in God grew stronger, and she gained a deeper appreciation for life. Stephanie and Jeff recount the details of their captivity and the physical and emotional abuse they endured. They reflect on the fear and uncertainty they felt during their ordeal and the relief they experienced upon their release. Stephanie expresses her gratitude for the support and prayers they received during their captivity. They highlight the ongoing violence and suffering in Haiti and hope for a better future for the country. Titles Surviving a Kidnapping: Stephanie's Story Escaping Captivity: Stephanie's Journey to Freedom Surviving Captivity: A Story of Abuse and Resilience Gratitude and Hope: Reflecting on the Ordeal in Haiti Sound Bites "Someone gave me up." "I felt guilty mostly when I got kidnapped." "It's not your fault. It's only the kidnapper's fault." "He's touching me." "I would not have survived." "I was physically freed, but not mentally." Chapters 00:00Introduction and Welcome 01:27Day One: Stephanie's Kidnapping 05:53Living in Captivity: Conditions and Challenges 09:21Surviving in Difficult Circumstances 12:25The Emotional Toll of Captivity 17:00Torture and Capture 33:43Surviving Captivity 37:32The Horrific Conditions in the Room 37:33Release and Gratitude 41:03Raising Awareness

For a Jesus Follower in Difficult Circumstances, God: “is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster” MESSAGE SUMMARY:  God wants to make you and your life into a “pearl of great value”. However, some of us are upset about our life difficulties or issues in our relationships. You need to allow God to use your life circumstances. If you are obedient and submissive to God, He will turn your situations into a life of beauty. Alternatively, when you encounter these negative situations in your life, often, you can become bitter. On the other hand, you can submit and obey the Lord, thereby, permitting the Lord to turn your life and life situations into pearls of beauty and into a life of great value. Also, you will have more of Jesus' presence in your life. As Paul tells us in Philippians 1:21: “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.". Remember, the Prophet Joel tells us, in Joel 2:13b, about the character of God: “he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster.".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Joel 2:12-13; James 4:4-10; Isaiah 1:18-20; Psalms 61:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Hearing God's Voice” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/    DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Hearing God's Voice MESSAGE SUMMARY: Introduction (from 4/23/2017 Sermon): The Gospel is based on both the Old and the New Testaments. The Gospel must go forth in the power of the Holy Spirit – the Gospel is a Spiritual message. Today's Message: In John 10, Jesus is speaking about the “shepherd”; the shepherd: 1) enters through the gate; 2) has the gate opened by a watchman; 3) sheep listen to his voice; 4) calls each sheep by name; 5) leads his sheep by going ahead of the sheep; and 6) has a voice by which he is known to his sheep and they follow him. In the first century, shepherding was an intimate profession; and the shepherd was always with his sheep. The shepherd talked to his sheep, and the sheep knew the shepherd's voice. Also in John 10, Jesus talked about the “false shepherd” who is a “thief and a robber”. The sheep do not follow the “false shepherd”. Jesus says that the “thief (false shepherd) comes only to steal, kill and destroy”. In John 10:7-10, Jesus says that He is the “gate”, and He is the way (gate) by which we are saved from our sins and eternal death; and we are provisioned for a full life as His followers. Like the sheep that follow the good shepherd, if we follow Jesus, we will all hear His voice. How do we know the voice of Jesus? Consider that: 1) we must enter only through the gate – Jesus; 2) we must be a sheep of the Good Shepherd and follow Jesus through an intimate relationship with Him; 3) we must learn to listen (for example, today we listen through the inward witness of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Spirit is charged with communicating the will of God to mankind and to sync our mind with the mind of God); 4) we obey as we listen – in the New Testament, the words “hear” and “obey” are the same words – God will speak directions for our lives; and 5) we don't harden our hearts to the voice of the Lord – listen to His voice and obey. As the Lord says: “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalms 46:10).   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERNCE (ESV): John 10:1-18; Ezekiel 34:22-34; John 5:25-29: Ezekiel 43:2;1 King's 19:12; Isaiah 30:21; John 10:27-30; Hebrews 3:7-15. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “For a Jesus Follower in Difficult Circumstances, God: “is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster””: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

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Principle 56 – Praising God in Difficult Circumstances      Psalms 59:1-17When we are despised by those who resent our biblical values, we should not only pray for protection but also for grace to praise God in the midst of these difficult circumstances. Support the show

Today's Bible Verse: You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. - 1 Thessalonians 1:6   Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/   MEET OUR HOSTS at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Parshat Miketz - At the end (T) Genesis 44:1 - 44:17 (H) 1 Kings 3:15 - 4:1

In this uplifting episode, we delve into life coaching principles that provide actionable steps for finding hope when faced with difficult circumstances. Learn how to reframe challenges as opportunities, harness the power of positivity, and create a support system that enables resilience and growth. Download the Selfpause App

This nontrad premed experienced a few unfortunate events that have made their path much more difficult. They want to know what path there is forward.

For a Jesus Follower in Difficult Circumstances, God: “is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster” MESSAGE SUMMARY:  God wants to make you and your life into a “pearl of great value”. However, some of us are upset about our life difficulties or issues in our relationships. You need to allow God to use your life circumstances. If you are obedient and submissive to God, He will turn your situations into a life of beauty. Alternatively, when you encounter these negative situations in your life, often, you can become bitter. On the other hand, you can submit and obey the Lord, thereby, permitting the Lord to turn your life and life situations into pearls of beauty and into a life of great value. Also, you will have more of Jesus' presence in your life. As Paul tells us in Philippians 1:21: “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.". Remember, the Prophet Joel tells us, in Joel 2:13b, about the character of God: “he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster.".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Joel 2:12-13; James 4:4-10; Isaiah 1:18-20; Psalms 61:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Turkeys and Eagles – Part 6: We Don't Need to Be Wimpy Christians” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/    DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Turkeys and Eagles – Part 6: We Don't Need to Be Wimpy Christians MESSAGE SUMMARY:  Series Overview: This Series has been looking at Paul's letter to the Ephesians to point out “Turkeyisms” – things by which have duped us into believing or behaving in ways which aren't what Christianity is all about. This Series has pointed out some changes in our thinking needed so that we can be like “Eagles” -- o be the people that God wants and intended for us to be. This Sermon will focus on Ephesians 6. Sermon: Turkey Thinking: “There is no real devil; the devil is just a concept to explain evil.” (The devil's best trick is to get us to believe there is no devil.); Eagle Thinking: “The devil and his cohorts never sleep.”  Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.”. How does one know if they are being tempted by the enemy? We know we are being tempted by the enemy when we are influenced to do something against Jesus -- the enemy wants to make us a weak Christian. However, we can't blame the temptations of our flesh on the devil. We need to always be clothed in the full armor of God to be full-time soldiers of Jesus against the devil. Turkey Thinking: “There is no spiritual warfare; Christianity is love, joy, and peace. Christianity is not about war.”; Eagle Thinking: “If I am serving the Lord, then I am always engaged in a spiritual battle.”. In this battle, we are not battling our fellow humans. One of the enemy's best strategies is to get us fighting each other, especially in the church.  The devil wants us to divide and conquer. We must put on the full armor of God so that we can stand firm against the devil. The “full armor” means we are to both seek and speak God's truth while establishing a relationship with God. We are to live a righteous life in the full awareness that God has forgiven us. In standing firm and with our relationship with God, we are to share the Gospel. We are to “take up the shield of faith” by trusting in God in our warfare with the devil. The evil one wants us to doubt our Salvation from God's Grace and our faith that ensure eternal life with Jesus. Finally, we are to “take up the sword of the Spirit” – the Word of God. In Ephesians 6, the sword is the only element, of God's full armor, that is for both offense as well as defense. Paul then tells us “to pray in the Holy Spirit” – praying while fully focused on the Lord; prayer is the most powerful weapon we have in our fight against the devil. God wants us to be strong in Him” and not wimpy Christians in our warfare with the evil one.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen.    Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ephesians 6:10-20; Matthew 13:19-21; 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 4:12. SCRIPTURE REFERENCE SEARCH: www.AWFTL.org/bible-search/ WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “For a Jesus Follower in Difficult Circumstances, God: “is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster””: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

We assume gratitude is simply a response to something good. Is it possible to have gratitude in the face of difficult circumstances? Beyond just a polite response, the Bible talks about gratitude in much deeper ways that actually give us tools to  hold grief, anxiety, and stress along with gratitude. This episode is audio from a sermon Brent gave at his church. 

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study.Please rate and review the podcast which makes it easier to find.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-41-52/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannelThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com/products/let-zion-in-her-beauty-rise-piano

Matt Chandler, pastor of The Village church in Flower Mound, Texas talks with Christian about suffering and having a healthy fear of the Lord. Matt relates his own experience with brain cancer, chemotherapy, marriage issues and the sometimes terrible things he's witnessed as a pastor. Christian and Matt explore some of the not-so-helpful platitudes Christians say to each other and how to honor God and each other in a culture with little honor. https://drinkag1.com/huff — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D & 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase!https://www.samaritanministries.org/HUFF — Become part of this community TODAY! Join 80,000 Christian households across the nation sharing $30 million in medical needs every month.- 

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The San Francisco Giants are finding ways to lose. When they pitch well, their offense doesn't pick them up. When they put together an early lead, the bullpen can't hold it. When they explode offensively, the Giants allowed a huge number or runs by the opponent. The talent is there for the Giants to be at least .500 so far this season, but the reality is they're 11-16 after getting swept in Mexico City.The offense and the defense hasn't been the problem. The SF Giants have above-average offensive numbers across the board, and the overall fWAR by their position players is among the best in MLB. On the pitching side, however, the Giants are simply allowing too many home runs on their fly balls, and allowing a high batting average on balls in play. The good news: these numbers are slow to stabilize and will likely regress to at least something more like league average over time. The bad news: the early results have cost them several wins, and they're five games under .500 and about to play the reigning champs on the road.Mike Yastrzemski hurt himself on a crucial play in the final game. He made a heroic effort trying to catch a pop fly that ended up just out of his reach and counted as a lucky double. The Yaz injury stinks for him and for the SF Giants as a whole, as he was playing really good baseball. In other news, today is Gary Sánchez opt-out day: he can opt out of his Minor League deal with the Giants if he's not added to the major league roster today. It's unlikely he's added, and the details as to why are discussed on the show.Find and follow Locked On Giants on your favorite podcast platforms: