Podcasts about discern

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ ishttps://api.tuvu.com/redirectGroup/6a2ac0e2c9f728027338244cCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Angela Mackey returns to Kingdom Crossroads for a powerful conversation on godly wisdom, spiritual discernment, and learning how to recognize the difference between worldly advice and wisdom that comes from the Holy Spirit.TS Wright and Angela walk through the framework of James 3:17, which describes wisdom from above as pure, peace-loving, gentle, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. Angela explains that believers often need wisdom in complicated situations, but the challenge is learning to distinguish between human opinion and the wisdom God generously promises to give when we ask.The discussion also highlights the importance of testing the spirits, making sure every word, impression, or piece of advice lines up with Scripture and confesses Jesus Christ as Lord. TS emphasizes that true wisdom will never contradict the Word of God and that prayer must remain central when giving or receiving counsel.Angela shares practical insight on giving wisdom with gentleness, mercy, sincerity, and humility. She also discusses how wisdom applies to relationships, marriage, forgiveness, reconciliation, and difficult conversations among believers. Together, they stress that pursuing peace does not mean avoiding truth, but speaking truth in love under the leadership of the Holy Spirit.The episode also connects wisdom with prayer, faith, and knowledge. Angela reminds listeners that a healthy prayer life helps believers stay in step with God, while TS encourages praying the Word and giving up the need to always be right so that God's wisdom can take its proper place.Angela also briefly shares about her book, Difficult to Conceive: A Godly Perspective for the Road Ahead, written for women walking through infertility. The book includes encouragement on grief, prayer, wisdom, and trusting God's direction through difficult seasons.Key Scriptures Mentioned:James 1:5James 3:171 John 41 Corinthians 11 Peter 3:15Key Takeaways:God promises to give wisdom generously to those who ask.True wisdom must be tested by Scripture and the lordship of Jesus Christ.Godly wisdom is pure, peace-loving, gentle, merciful, impartial, and sincere.Prayer is essential when giving or receiving advice.Believers must learn to give up the need to be right and allow God's wisdom to lead.Guest:Angela MackeyWebsite: AngelaMackey.comCall to Action:Visit AngelaMackey.com to learn more about Angela's ministry and her book, Difficult to Conceive: A Godly Perspective for the Road Ahead.

I love learning from parenting experts. But I've also learned the importance of discerning with God. Let's study 1 Kings 3:9. And grab study guides for the whole family here: - To get Cali's scripture study guide for adults click here: https://comefollowmestudy.com/shop/ Discount code: OMSSOr purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/07HMYuKo-Grab Kristen's copies of helpful PDFs and study guides here: https://shop.kristenwalkersmith.com/products/ Check out her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@startherestudy/shortsGet our NEW 365-day Old Testament daily devotional book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0p3Ds0t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support my Patreon!Buy a Zine!How do you know if something is from God, your own mind, or even the devil? In this episode, we talk about spiritual discernment through the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola, especially when it comes to dreams, consolations, inner words, coincidences, and strange little moments in prayer.Catholic discernment is not about overthinking every grace or becoming spiritually paranoid. It is about receiving what leads us toward God, testing the fruit, and staying rooted in Christ, the sacraments, and the wisdom of the Church.We'll discuss Ignatian discernment, consolation and desolation, spiritual experiences, and how to avoid both rationalizing grace away and clinging too tightly to spiritual feelings.

Download the Free 10-Minute Mindset Practice: Shift your state and anchor your body into clarity and ventral safety under pressure. https://payhip.com/b/7PdoGGet Your Sovereign Blueprint: Claim your intellectual and emotional sovereignty with this comprehensive, self-directed guide. https://payhip.com/b/jOSFYThe Regulated Leader - Expand Your Inner Growth Journey: Master emotional resilience and steady your nervous system fluency with the complete digital guide. https://payhip.com/b/rOUPzYou are not your activated state: When emotions feel true self-leaders move from reactivity to steadiness. Check out the new daily steady living bundle (1 day mindset practice + 15 journal prompts)

IHP LIVE on YouTube 06.16.2026Download the Free 10-Minute Mindset Practice: Shift your state and anchor your body into clarity and ventral safety under pressure. https://payhip.com/b/7PdoGGet Your Sovereign Blueprint: Claim your intellectual and emotional sovereignty with this comprehensive, self-directed guide. https://payhip.com/b/jOSFYThe Regulated Leader - Expand Your Inner Growth Journey: Master emotional resilience and steady your nervous system fluency with the complete digital guide. https://payhip.com/b/rOUPzYou are not your activated state: When emotions feel true self-leaders move from reactivity to steadiness. Check out the new daily steady living bundle (1 day mindset practice + 15 journal prompts)

A little break from the baseball on Chris & Amy Day at the Ballpark as Meidar Touch's Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins the show to talk about the truth behind the algae issue at the Reflecting Pool, the "Memorandum of Understanding" that Trump is still negotiating with Iran, why some Republicans aren't agreeing with him, what we know about the UFC event terror plot and why the cost of the ballroom is starting to become an issue.

A lot of workers leave vacation days on the table, and when they finally take time off, they often bring work along, never fully unplugging. Two habits that employment experts say can contribute to burnout... Rick Cobb, Founder of the workplace consulting firm 2-Discern in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss...

Matthew 7:3-5 NIV Matthew 18:15-17 NIV Matthew 5:23-24 NIV Known by love: a reconciling people Pray for the good in others Examine yourself Discern the need to confront Confront directly Initiate reconciliation

Message regarding disclosure in the area of the prophetic should be centered on Christ Jesus vs. earthly things.  Scriptural reference: John 3:31-34

If you want to jump to part 2, use the time stamp:(0:00) Let's begin - Honoring ourselves & relational integrity with our ventral pivot ability as responsible, regulated embodied self-leaders.(7:00) A bit on part 1 and trend setters who offer short-cuts that don't work.(20:13) Discern part 2: The Real-World Crash Zone of the episode.Download the Free 10-Minute Mindset Practice: Shift your state and anchor your body into clarity and ventral safety under pressure. https://payhip.com/b/7PdoGGet Your Sovereign Blueprint: Claim your intellectual and emotional sovereignty with this comprehensive, self-directed guide. https://payhip.com/b/jOSFYThe Regulated Leader - Expand Your Inner Growth Journey: Master emotional resilience and steady your nervous system fluency with the complete digital guide. https://payhip.com/b/rOUPzYou are not your activated state: When emotions feel true self-leaders move from reactivity to steadiness. Check out the new daily steady living bundle (1 day mindset practice + 15 journal prompts)

Take a Stand: A Look Within by Dr Shanequa E Wilson https://www.amazon.com/Take-Stand-Dr-Shanequa-Wilson/dp/B0GY1TCJZW Sovereignchristianuniversity.com Theawakeningvoice.vonza.com Are you observing the collapse – or discerning your role in it? ________________________________________ In an age of moral compromise, fractured identity, and silent surrender, Take a Stand: A Look Within confronts a truth many refuse to face: The instability shaking nations is rooted in the instability within individuals. This is not a political argument. It is not cultural commentary. It is a summons to accountability before God. Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson exposes the war within – the internal erosion of conviction, the distortion of identity, and the quiet agreements made with fear, culture, and compromise. From generational foundations to modern-day deception, she dismantles false narratives that have shaped minds, weakened families, and diluted spiritual authority. Through biblical examination, national reflection, and personal confrontation, this work moves beyond observation and into repositioning. It challenges readers to: – Examine the internal agreements fueling external chaos – Discern the spiritual forces influencing societal direction – Reclaim identity grounded in truth – Stand with clarity in a time demanding courage This book is not designed for passive readers. It is written for those willing to confront themselves before confronting the world. The battle is not merely around you. It is within you. And where you stand internally determines what you will stand for publicly.

Midlife is not always a crisis. Sometimes, it is a sacred soul awakening. In this episode, Dr. Judith explores the midlife shift many women feel but do not always know how to name — the moment when the life that once fit no longer feels the same. Through the stories of Claire and Rebecca, she explains how midlife can reveal old identities, emotional baggage, and expectations the soul is ready to shed.This episode introduces the S.H.E.D. Practice: Still yourself before you escape, Hear what the restlessness is revealing, Examine what your soul has outgrown, and Discern the next faithful direction.If you have been feeling restless, unsettled, or quietly aware that something in your life no longer fits, this conversation offers a spiritually grounded way to understand what your soul may be asking you to release.Timestamps00:00 — Why midlife can feel like quicksand01:00 — The next Key to Soul Progress03:30 — Why midlife feels so unsettling07:30 — The soul question beneath the discomfort10:30 — Identity, emotional baggage, and expectations14:00 — Claire's story: being loved for what you hold together22:00 — Rebecca's story: old pain interpreting the present29:30 — Expectations as hidden attachments31:30 — The S.H.E.D. Practice36:00 — Why restlessness may be the messenger39:30 — Closing reflection

How do you recognise genuine character? In this episode, Brendon Naicker explores biblical discernment, spiritual fruit, and the wisdom needed to evaluate people beyond appearances, promises, and first impressions.#WouldITrustThemWithMyGrandchildren#LivingTheology#BrendonNaicker#LearningToDiscernCharacter#BiblicalWisdom#ChristianRelationships#GodlyCharacter#SpiritualDiscernment#ChristianFamily#MarriagePreparation#ChristianParenting#FamilyDiscipleship#ChristCentredHome#FaithAndFamily#ChristianPodcast#SpiritualMaturity#GenerationalFaith#Discipleship#TheologyForLife#BuildingForGenerations

How do you recognise genuine character? In this episode, Brendon Naicker explores biblical discernment, spiritual fruit, and the wisdom needed to evaluate people beyond appearances, promises, and first impressions.#WouldITrustThemWithMyGrandchildren#LivingTheology#BrendonNaicker#LearningToDiscernCharacter#BiblicalWisdom#ChristianRelationships#GodlyCharacter#SpiritualDiscernment#ChristianFamily#MarriagePreparation#ChristianParenting#FamilyDiscipleship#ChristCentredHome#FaithAndFamily#ChristianPodcast#SpiritualMaturity#GenerationalFaith#Discipleship#TheologyForLife#BuildingForGenerations

Send us Fan MailTherefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.  Ephesians 6:13The world is messy.  The church is going through messy stuff as well.  How do we stay committed to the Gospel even when the things around us seem hopeless at times?  We are called to put on the Full Armor Of God and stand firm.  We do this by putting our hope in Christ and not in this world or the leaders in it.  We test every word and practice discernment -- something we are lacking in.  Finally, we strive for unity.  The church is as divided as ever.  We must major on the majors and minor on the minors in terms of what divides us.  In all of this, we ask for the Lord's leading and guidance.  When we do, we can stand firm even in messy days.  

This powerful exploration of Romans 15 challenges us to consider our role in God's grand mission. We discover Paul commending the Roman church for three remarkable qualities: they were full of goodness toward one another, filled with knowledge of God's truth, and able to instruct each other in wisdom. This presents a beautiful picture of what mature Christian community looks like - not dependent on leaders for every spiritual question, but equipped to counsel and encourage one another through life's challenges. The message reveals Paul's unique calling as a pioneer apostle, someone hardwired by God to lay foundations where Christ had never been named. What's striking is Paul's humility - he boasts only in what Christ accomplished through him, not in his own abilities. This leads us to a profound truth: God set Paul apart before he was born, transforming the chief persecutor of Christians into the greatest missionary the church has known. If God can radically redirect someone like Saul of Tarsus, He can work in any of our lives. The practical application becomes clear when we see Hope Church's mission efforts - nearly a million dollars given to local, national, and global ministries in just over four years. We're reminded that some are called to go as pioneers into new territory, while the rest of us are called to support, encourage, and send them with more than just thoughts and prayers. The harvest is ripe, and whether we're called to plant churches in unreached areas or to faithfully support those who do, we all have a part in God's mission to reach the world.**Detailed Notes**• **Context – Romans 15:14–21, 22–33**   – Paul is closing the letter, affirming the maturity of the Roman church and explaining his ministry calling and travel plans.   – The sermon framed two big sections: (1) Practical church life, (2) Partnership in mission.---### I. A Mature Church (v.14)1. **Full of goodness**    – Uprightness of heart and life; gracious toward one another.  2. **Filled with knowledge**    – Deep, growing understanding of the faith (grace + truth).  3. **Able to instruct one another**    – Mutual counsel, not clergy‑only; Col 3:12–17 – teaching, admonishing, worshiping together.    – Sunday gatherings align us for mission; the church body does the “work of ministry” all week.---### II. Paul the Priest (v.15–16)• “Priestly service of the gospel” – not Old Testament sacrifice, but **offering Gentile converts to God**.  • Every believer is part of a **“royal priesthood”** (1 Pet 2:9): servants of the King who bring people to Him.---### III. Paul the Preacher (v.17–19)• Paul “proud” only in what **Christ accomplished through him**.  • Ministry must be:   – Empowered by the **Spirit**, not human skill alone.   – Dependent: “In him we live and move and have our being” (Acts 17:28).  • Hudson Taylor: “God's will done God's way brings God's provision.”   – Faith often feels impossible → difficult → done.---### IV. Paul the Pioneer (v.20–21)• Ambition: preach **where Christ is not named**, lay new foundations, then move on.  • God had **set Paul apart before he was born** (Gal 1:15–16), transforming a persecutor into an apostle.  • Some believers are similarly marked for pioneering ministry; they are miserable doing anything else.---### V. Partnership in Mission (v.22–33)• Paul longs to see Rome, then go to Spain, expecting their **help on his journey** (support).  • Model of **local → national → global** mission:   – Local ministries (kids, recovery, crisis pregnancy, etc.).   – National church planting.   – Global works (schools, long‑term missionaries).  • The “5%” go; the “95%” **strive with them** in prayer, practical care, and financial support.---## Practical Applications1. **Grow into maturity**    – Pursue goodness, biblical knowledge, and the ability to counsel others. Join and contribute to a group.  2. **Own your priesthood**    – See people you share Christ with as your “offering” to God. Pray for one person to pursue this week.  3. **Rely on the Spirit**    – Before serving, consciously ask the Spirit to lead; reject self‑reliance.  4. **Discern your calling**    – If you feel “marked” for ministry or missions, don't ignore the burn; seek wise counsel and take next steps.  5. **Support those who go**    – Pray by name for missionaries; give sacrificially; look for “root beer”–type ways to encourage them.---## Discussion Questions1. Which of Paul's three commendations (goodness, knowledge, ability to instruct) do you see most and least in your own life?  2. How does viewing yourself as part of a “royal priesthood” change your view of everyday life and work?  3. Where have you been tempted to rely on your own ability instead of the Holy Spirit? What might dependence look like this week?  4. Do you sense any specific calling from God (vocational ministry, missions, church planting, or something else)? How are you responding?  5. As a group, what concrete step can you take to better partner with those “on the field” locally, nationally, or globally?

Midlife is not always a crisis. Sometimes, it is a sacred soul awakening. In this episode, Dr. Judith explores the midlife shift many women feel but do not always know how to name — the moment when the life that once fit no longer feels the same. Through the stories of Claire and Rebecca, she explains how midlife can reveal old identities, emotional baggage, and expectations the soul is ready to shed.This episode introduces the S.H.E.D. Practice: Still yourself before you escape, Hear what the restlessness is revealing, Examine what your soul has outgrown, and Discern the next faithful direction.If you have been feeling restless, unsettled, or quietly aware that something in your life no longer fits, this conversation offers a spiritually grounded way to understand what your soul may be asking you to release.Timestamps00:00 — Why midlife can feel like quicksand01:00 — The next Key to Soul Progress03:30 — Why midlife feels so unsettling07:30 — The soul question beneath the discomfort10:30 — Identity, emotional baggage, and expectations14:00 — Claire's story: being loved for what you hold together22:00 — Rebecca's story: old pain interpreting the present29:30 — Expectations as hidden attachments 31:30 — The S.H.E.D. Practice36:00 — Why restlessness may be the messenger 39:30 — Closing reflection

There are many doors that we'll encounter in our lifetime. They come in every shape, size, and form, and each leads down a certain pathway. Some to great joy and fulfilment, others to pain and disappointment. We need to learn the wisdom of how to go through the correct door.

There are many doors that we'll encounter in our lifetime. They come in every shape, size, and form, and each leads down a certain pathway. Some to great joy and fulfilment, others to pain and disappointment. We need to learn the wisdom of how to go through the correct door.

Text: Proverbs 10:32 Hosts: Tim DeFor Vicki Hitzges Nathan Norman Narrator: Brian French   The CrossTalk Podcast is a production of CrossTalk Global, equipping biblical communicators, so every culture hears God's voice. To find out more, or to support the work of this ministry please visit www.crosstalkglobal.org Donate Produced by Nathan James Norman/Untold Podcast Production © 2026 CrossTalk Global

If you're standing at a fork in the road — staring down the path toward IUI or IVF and wondering if that's truly where God is leading you — this episode is for you. I'm walking through the story of Ruth, a woman whose 10 years of waiting and heartbreak led to one of the most extraordinary redemption stories in all of Scripture, and what her journey can speak into yours today.Together we're talking through how to pray through your next step, why a pause might be exactly what your body and spirit need, and the important questions to ask before pursuing assisted reproductive technology.Episode highlights:Ruth's hidden fertility story — and what 10 childless years reveal about God's faithfulnessHow to recognize peace vs. pressure when making fertility decisionsWhy addressing root causes before IUI or IVF matters so muchThe real ethical and emotional weight of the IVF embryo conversationWhat it looks like to take a sabbath from trying — and why it's biblicalA guided prayer for discernment at your fork in the roadResources & Links:✨Submit an application to join Team Bekah here: bekahyawn.com/intern ✨Join Fertility Framework: If you're ready for deeper support, personalized cycle guidance, and faith-filled encouragement, come join me inside Fertility Framework! This is a space where you AND your husband can learn about the science of your cycle while keeping God in the centre of your fertility journey and growing towards Him together. Read the testimonies & enroll here: bekahyawn.com/course ✨If you would like personal support on your journey but are not sure how to get started, book a free 10-minute consult with me here: bekahyawn.com/consult

Most leaders don't need more motivation, they need clarity: Was that God… or just my thoughts?In this episode of The OWN IT Show (Holy Health), Justin Roethlingshoefer sits down with Pastor Adam Weber (Embrace Church, Sioux Falls) to break down how to hear God's voice in the real world — and why discipline, obedience, and daily rhythms don't kill the “fire”… they protect it.In this episode, you'll learn:Is it God or my thoughts? The 3 biblical filters for discernment (Scripture, prayer, wise counsel)The “say yes” principle: why spiritual sensitivity increases when you obey the small nudgesAdam's NFL chapel story: how one moment of obedience became a turning point (and why that matters for you)Why discipline creates spiritual depth: the Emmaus principle + “hearts burn within us”How to stop chasing “spiritual experiences” and start stewarding the human experience with ScriptureA powerful baptism story + what transformation actually looks like when it's real=============================================================================Holy Health Virtual SummitJoin us June 2–4 for the Holy Health Virtual Summit, a free three-day event bringing together faith-driven leaders like Brandon Lake, Pat Barrett, Nick Bare, and more to show you how stewarding your body is an act of worship, not just discipline. Get your tickets now at holyhealth.org/summit=============================================================================About Pastor Adam WeberPastor Adam Weber is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Embrace Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He's the author of Talking With God and Love Has a Name, and the host of the Life Between Sundays podcast — helping people follow Jesus in the ordinary, messy, Monday-through-Saturday parts of life.Connect with Adam:➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamaweber/ ➡︎ Website: https://www.adamweber.com/ ➡︎ Life Between Sundays (Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-between-sundays/id1119318768 ➡︎ Embrace Church: https://www.iamembrace.com/ ➡︎ Embrace Church YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/iamembraceBooks by Adam:➡︎ Love Has a Name: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/539237/love-has-a-name-by-adam-weber/ ➡︎ Talking With God: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-God-What-When-Dont/dp/1601429444/Support the show

Nehemiah 6:1-14 (pg. 757) FRUSTRATE the HATERS. Not every INVITATION is an ASSIGNMENT. PRIVATE conversation becomes PUBLIC accusation. Sanballat's ACCUSATION reads like a CONFESSION. How do you frustrate the haters? CONTINUE God's work with greater DETERMINATION in PRAYER. How do we DISCERN between FALSE prophets and TRUE prophets? We should do GOOD to EVERYONE, especially […]

First Baptist Church Williamstown Elder and Youth Pastor Mark Elliott gives this week’s message from Romans 12: 1-2 titled “Discern”.

First Baptist Church Williamstown Elder and Youth Pastor Mark Elliott gives this week’s message from Romans 12: 1-2 titled “Discern” (part 1).

Wednesday evening message from Pastor Jonathan Barber. May 20, 2026

Workplace fashion may be more casual today - but experts say dressing professionally still impacts hiring, promotions, and workplace respect. Rick Cobb, Founder of the workplace consulting firm 2-Discern here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

Opening from Isaiah 60:22, Pastor Shola Okodugha establishes a foundational truth, you did not come to the earth by accident. God was intentional with the operations of the earth, and you came here for a destiny-defined purpose. There is a reason you are here.You must begin to see yourself as deeply significant before God, what He is doing in your life is a priority, not an afterthought.Drawing from Ezekiel 12:22 and Joel 2:28, he highlights that one of the key outcomes of the outpouring of the Spirit is the ability to see visions. The potency of a vision is tied to time,there is an allocated season to deliver it, so it can be passed on to the next generation.What is a Vision? • A divine blueprint etched in the core of your being • A map God has given you to navigate life with purpose and direction • A security that keeps you from drifting aimlessly • The fuel that ignites your passion, zeal, and potential • The joy that keeps you going, knowing your present situation cannot override your future • A divine calling that guides every action and decision you make • The ability to see a life filled with possibilities and run toward it with confidence • Something that shapes not just your future, but gives hope to those around you • A guard against mediocrity and compromise • The assurance that your journey is the fulfilment of something greaterTypes of VisionsNot every vision carries the same origin. Visions can come from God, from self-desire, from dissatisfaction born out of frustration and delay, from retaliation, from the world's systems, or from the enemy. Discernment is essential.Vision is the ability to see the invisible and make it possible. The beauty of a vision is that it comes with transitions. The power of a vision is what keeps you going on the hardest days — it is a bittersweet feeling, but it is fuel. And when vision truly takes hold, time becomes a priority.This message will help you: • Understand that your life is intentional and purpose-driven • Identify and clarify the vision God has placed within you • Discern the true source of the vision you are carrying • Walk with confidence knowing your journey is the fulfilment of something greaterWatch, reflect, and allow God to birth and clarify the vision He has already placed inside you.ABOUT THE NEWWe are a people of love and excellence who are result-oriented, spirit-led, word-rooted, prayer-driven, and kingdom-conscious. Led by Pst. Shola Okodugha, we are on a divine assignment; to raise a movement of people who will shape culture through the spirit of faith and love, bringing great joy to cities and nations.——Partner with us to spread the influence of God all over the world. Give - https://pay.squadco.com/TheNewglobal————BROADCAST DETAILSMinister: Date: ——Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the latest content: http://bit.ly/subscribethenewliveWebsite: http://wearethenew.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearethenew_global/#TheNewLive #SholaOkodugha

In this powerful episode of Cryptid Warfare Podcast, I sit down once again with Dr. Dennis Carroll to dive deep into The Great Deception spoken about throughout the Bible. We discuss the rise of false teachers, false prophets, spiritual warfare, Aliens/Fallen Angels  and how the world may one day embrace deception on a global scale.   We explore what Jesus warned about in The Gospel of Matthew chapter 24 concerning the end times, the deception of many, and the coming of the false prophet and the beast. We also examine how believers are called to “test the spirits,” remain grounded in Christ, and stand firm in biblical truth as confusion and spiritual darkness increase in the world.   Topics discussed include:   The Great Deception in the last days False prophets and false teachers Aliens and spiritual deception The Antichrist, the Beast, and the False Prophet Testing the spirits through Scripture Standing firm in faith during persecution and confusion Warnings from 2 Timothy, The Book of Revelation, and Matthew 24 Spiritual warfare and discernment in modern times     This episode is a serious conversation about biblical prophecy, discernment, and the importance of keeping your eyes on Jesus Christ in a world filled with deception. Stay awake. Discern the truth. Hold fast to Christ.   Dr. Dennis Carroll is a National and Internationally Known Writer/Author and an Authority on The Occult and Folklore. His career in all Fields of the Paranormal and The Supernatural has spanned over 55+ Years. He is a Spiritual Research and Demonology Consultant and a Cryptid and Ufology Investigative Field Researcher. He is a Retired Law Enforcement Officer, an Ordained Minister, Doctor of Metaphysics, Parapsychologist and A Certified Paranormal Investigator. His Books are on Amazon and Barnes/Noble. Website: denniswcarroll.com Email: denniswcarroll@gmail.com.)   Ways to Support and Connect with Dr. Dennis Carroll (Hunting the Shadows) :  https://youtube.com/@huntingtheshadows denniswcarroll.com denniswcarroll@gmail.com     Help a brother out and buy me a Coffee  (Monthly or one time donation keeps the show going): We know there is room for improvement and have decided to ask you (Our amazing listeners) to help the podcast grow! This will help with better audio, expedition funding, and much more!   https://venmo.com/u/cryptidwarfare     Email me:  Podcast Cryptidwarfare@gmail.com   Critter/Cryptid Control/Consulting  C.WOPPS@protonmail.com C.woperations17905@gmail.com         Help support our mission in giving you the best podcast on ? Anchor.fm/Spotify, iTunes, Podbean +   Make sure to give me a ️️️️️ review :). Thank yall!    Cryptid Warfare: https://www.instagram.com/cryptid_warfare_pod_cast/ youtube: www.youtube.com/@cryptidwarfare     Business Shout Outs:   C.W OPERATIONS & SURVIVAL  Owner & Operator : Drew M Critter Hitters / Monster Hunters for Hire email: c.woperations17905@gmail.com. or  C.WOPPS@protonmail.com    Lantern Rescue  lanternrescue.org https://l.instagram.com/? email : Korrin@lanternrescue.org   Tier1 Restoration  Brain Cochrans phone = 615-809-9839 https://tier1restoration.godaddysites.com/   Bearded Brothers Trucking  Danny Vega  https://vegabrostn.com/   BerryHill Window Cleaning  https://www.berryhillwindowcleaningtn.com/     The Tac Patch  https://www.instagram.com/thetacpatch_?igsh=MWFidzk3d2tib3Ztdw== https://thetacpatch.com/   FLatTopK9  Owner - Tim Russell  www.FlatTopK9.com   Stead Fast OverLand Owner - Jerrett Hudson https://www.instagram.com/steadfastoverland?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==     kingdom.defense.llc   Part Owner : Mr. Charlie  https://www.instagram.com/kingdom.defense.llc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   https://www.instagram.com/anestillc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==     Amazing outtro ? by my friend D & Andrew (Walking Lightly Tones Studios Music) as well as Paul. Check out CallhimD Spotify and Instagram give him a listen/follow https://open.spotify.com/artist/16BHUS6UGILgxsBEUxqQJ https://www.instagram.com/call.him.d?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   And Michael Ivanoskos Links to his music :   https://youtube.com/channel/UC5gY9r8Wce6JY5CV07tgcXg?si=vWMTRupk0nP2z64T - Master Intelligence    https://youtube.com/@stbrnsal?si=SdBGyj52TIyMtLj3 Stbrn Sal     https://open.spotify.com/artist/2m9xZljokr6NeDNqun9iF9?si=sGaPvhQfQ-i-SGHNtX0IJA Master Intelligence      https://open.spotify.com/artist/0feKjWbywqDDTYg2R9X84a?si=16cFs2ncRqmN89wIErHaew Stbrn Sal   https://music.apple.com/us/artist/master-intelligence/1727782900 Master Intelligence    https://music.apple.com/us/artist/stbrn-sal/1468211742                

Wednesday evening message from Pastor Jonathan Barber. May 13, 2026

As a parent, one of your most significant roles is to prepare your children for the world outside your home. But how do you ensure they are spiritually equipped to face challenges and make meaningful decisions? In this episode, we'll explore insights from Shellee Howard, an expert on helping families navigate their children's gifts and talents. You'll learn actionable strategies to spiritually prepare your children as they step into adulthood.

Hey Winner, If you've ever found yourself second-guessing decisions, overanalyzing every move, or wondering why your business feels heavier than it should, this conversation is for you. In today's episode, I'm joined by Heather O'Brien, prophetic healing coach, author, and host of the Heal with God podcast. Together, we explore why so many entrepreneurial struggles aren't actually strategy problems at all, and what changes when we slow down long enough to ask God what's really going on beneath the surface. Heather shares how fear, unresolved pain, or old belief systems often masquerade as procrastination, burnout, or confusion, and how learning to discern the true root brings clarity and peace even before circumstances change. If you're faithful, capable, and doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck, this episode offers a gentler, wiser way forward. Rooting for you ~ Gabe   New to the podcast? Start here: https://redhotmindset.com/podcast-start/   LISTEN TO HEAR: How to discern God's voice in everyday business decisions without overthinking or second-guessing How to recognize when fear, doubt, or unresolved pain is showing up as a “business problem” instead of a strategy gap How to build and make decisions with greater peace, confidence, and Kingdom clarity even before circumstances change   LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE: Heather's website: https://heatherobrien.net/   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com/ ➡️ Join the Red Hot Accountability Club: https://redhotmindset.com/rha/ ➡️ Free mini course: Craft Your Marketing Strategy Without Social Media: https://redhotmindset.com/marketing/ ➡️ Free workshop: 3 Secrets to Making Progress on Your Goals without Burnout—Even When Life Feels Chaotic: https://redhotmindset.com/goals/

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Istrouma Baptist Church (BR) May 10, 2026 ========== May 10 - Cultivate Welcome! We're glad you've joined us today for our Sunday morning worship service! For more information about Istrouma, go to istrouma.org or contact us at info@istrouma.org. We glorify God by making disciples of all nations. ========== Connection Card https://istrouma.org/myinfo May 10, 2026 Micah Cating 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24 And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. Galatians 5:22-24, ESV BIBLICAL GOODNESS IS ROOTED IN GOD'S CHARACTER Goodness = Agathosune 18 Moses said, "Please show me your glory." 19 And he said, "I will make all my goodness pass before you and will proclaim before you my name 'The Lord.' And I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. Exodus 33:18-19, ESV I will give thanks to your name, O Lord, for it is good. Psalm 54:6, ESV 11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 He who is a hired hand and not a shepherd, who does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and flees, and the wolf snatches them and scatters them. 13 He flees because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep. 14 I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 And I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd. 17 For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life that I may take it up again. 18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. This charge I have received from my Father." John 10:11-18, ESV GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. James 1:17, ESV Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him! Psalm 34:8, ESV As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today. Genesis 50:20, ESV Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked shall I return. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord." Job 1:21, ESV 28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. 29 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. Romans 8:28-29, ESV GOODNESS IS NOT ABOUT OUTER BEHAVIOR BUT INNER TRANSFORMATION If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him! Matthew 7:11, ESV How can we Cultivate goodness in our lives? How can we Cultivate goodness in our lives? 1. Discern what is good Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2, ESV 2. Imitate what is good Beloved, do not imitate evil but imitate good. Whoever does good is from God; whoever does evil has not seen God. 3 John 1:11, ESV LEAVE A LEGACY OF GOODNESS In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16, ESV Want to receive weekly announcements in your inbox each week? https://istrouma.org/email Give Online Text ISTROUMA IBC to 73256 or go to: https://istrouma.org/give Our Website https://istrouma.org

Check out this great show from May 20, 2022 Acts 15:22-31 Can we eat meat sacrificed to idols? Letters Why did Pilate and Herod become friends? Why is Egg Harbor called Egg Harbor? When Ez says water is flowing from the side of the Temple, where was that? Word of the Day: Eucharist Callers Is it a sin to smoke marijuana? Can Father help me distinguish these passages? Matthew 5:39 & 1 Corinthians 5:13

Program notes:0:40 Transcranial stimulation for ASD1:40 Used evoked potential and quick pulses2:41 Motor cortex associated with speech and language3:27 A model for benefits from GLP-1 use4:27 Discern who would be most likely to develop obesity complications5:27 Target to those more likely to have comorbidity6:10 GLP-1 and AUD7:10 Followed for 26 weeks8:10 Side effects when someone doesn't have obesity8:30 Consultants and nonprofit hospitals9:33 Matched with hospitals that did not use10:33 No benefits related to consultants11:31 Told you what they knew already12:55 End

Wednesday evening message from Pastor Jonathan Barber. May 6, 2026

What does it mean to be both a scholar and a person of faith—and how do you bring your whole self into the classroom, the church, and everyday life? In this candid conversation, Dr. Joel Kemp shares how his journey from law to ministry to academia has shaped his approach to Bible study, Christian leadership, and the questions that matter most.Learn more at https://candlerfoundry.emory.edu/Dr. Kemp opens up about the challenges of making scholarship personally meaningful, the importance of character formation, and how he creates space for honest exploration in theological education. If you've ever wondered how faith and learning can truly shape who we are, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Follow The Candler Foundry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candlerfoundry/

The danger of reverting from freedom in Christ to another gospel; four hallmarks of a different gospel (based on Galatians 1:1-9)Order this full message on MP3 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111

Thursday, 30 April 2026   For there are eunuchs who were born thus from their mother's womb, and there are eunuchs who were made eunuchs by men, and there are eunuchs who have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He who is able to accept it, let him accept it.” Matthew 19:12   Note: You can listen to today's commentary courtesy of our friends at the “Bible in Ten” podcast. (Click Here to listen)   You can also read this commentary, scrolling with music, courtesy of our friends at “Discern the Bible” on YouTube. (Click Here to listen), or at Rumble (Click Here to listen).   “For they are eunuchs who from mother's womb were born thus, and they are eunuchs who, they were eunuchized by men, and they are eunuchs who, they eunuchized themselves through the ‘kingdom, the heavens'. The ‘being able to contain' he contains.” (CG)   In the previous verse, Jesus told the disciples about those who could accept the premise concerning whether to marry or not. He next explains who those exceptions would be, beginning, “For they are eunuchs who, ‘from mother's womb' were born thus.”   A new word is seen here, the noun eunouchos, a eunuch. Strong's definition says, “a castrated person (such being employed in Oriental bed-chambers); by extension an impotent or unmarried man; by implication, a chamberlain (state-officer) -- eunuch.” The word is derived from eune, a bed, and echo, to have or hold. As such, the idea of “alone in bed” is understood.   Jesus' words of this first clause extend the idea of being a eunuch to a person born incapable of sex. Such a person is the first exception to the thought presented in the previous verse. Jesus continues, saying, “and they are eunuchs who, they were eunuchized by men.”   Another new word is seen, the verb eunouchizó, to eunuchize. It signifies making someone unable to procreate through mutilation or removal of the genitals (castration). The practice was once common. Today, it is much less common, but it has not died out. Religious cults and isolated subcultures still engage in the practice.   Further, sexual criminals are still castrated either through surgery or chemical castration. These are the second exception. The third category is noted as Jesus continues, “and they are eunuchs who, they eunuchized themselves through the ‘kingdom, the heavens'.”   This is the second and last use of the verb eunouchizó. As noted, the word extends beyond the standard idea of castration. It will figuratively be applied to those who don't engage in sexual activity for other reasons, including impotency or abstinence.   Some people are disciplined enough not to engage in sexual activity. They have placed something else above that aspect of life. In the case of acceptable self-denial, Jesus notes that there are those who have purposefully decided to pursue the kingdom of the heavens above marriage.   Paul was in this category. He refers to it in 1 Corinthians 7 and 1 Corinthians 9. He placed kingdom priorities above taking a wife. These are the three exceptions that are noted. The intent of Jesus' words is that, apart from these categories, marriage is the normally expected avenue for humanity. This is reflected in Jesus' final words on the matter, “The ‘being able to contain' he contains.”   In other words, if you fall into one of these categories, then your state is an acceptable exception to the original intent for humanity, which is to marry and remain married to your spouse.   Life application: In 1 Timothy 4, Paul says –   “Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, 2 speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron, 3 forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from foods which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. 4 For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving; 5 for it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.” 1 Timothy 4:1-5   There are problems with forcing abstinence on others. First, it is contrary to the intent set forth for humanity as given in the first pages of Scripture. Second, it generally leads to other, more deviant side problems.   Paul's words in these verses are like an indictment on Roman Catholicism, penned in advance of the rise of that ideology. In order to serve the Lord as a “priest” or a “nun,” there must be a vow of abstinence, something not found in Scripture. It forces people to go against what is natural. That has led to sexual deviancy within their orders that is almost unmatched in any religion in history.   Homosexuality, molesting of children, violation of the “vows” between priests and lay people, or priests and the nunnery have filled Roman Catholicism since its inception. The RCC also commands that adherents abstain from certain foods at certain times, such as on certain days of the week.   These completely unbiblical practices set it off as the world's largest aberrant cult. Deviation from the Bible, either through allowing what it does not allow or commanding what it does not forbid, is wholly unacceptable. Be sure to stick with the Bible. Reject any teaching in any denomination or local church that does not comply with what the Bible presents.   Lord God, help us to know and apply Your precious word to our lives. May we not deviate from it. If we have had something contrary to what it teaches trained into us, help us to identify that precept and cut it out of our lives. May it be so to Your glory. Amen.

Friend — people pleasing was never about being nice.It was about being afraid.In this episode I'm getting personal about my own people pleasing era — the decade of dating where I made myself small, easy and agreeable because I was terrified of rejection. And what I learned that finally changed everything.WHAT WE'RE GETTING INTO➡️ Why people pleasing is not about being nice — it's an expression of fear➡️ The specific fear underneath YOUR people pleasing — and why you have to name it➡️ How performing for someone else quietly erodes your self worth over time➡️ The belief system running everything — conditional worth and what it costs you➡️ Why you were never really being rejected — you were being redirected➡️ How falling in love with myself changed everything I attracted➡️ The shift from waiting to be chosen to being the one who choosesTHE SELF LOVE 2 STEP REMIXStep 1 — Recognize Where is people pleasing showing up in your life right now? Just notice. No shame. No judgment.Step 2 — Choose Yourself Make a decision to see yourself, honor yourself and accept yourself exactly as you are.Step 3 — The YOU Step Get still. Get quiet. Ask yourself — what is my heart telling me to do next? Whatever comes up — that is your next right aligned step.WATCH ON YOUTUBE —

Wednesday evening message from Pastor Jonathan Barber. April 29, 2026

The danger of reverting from freedom in Christ to another gospel; four hallmarks of a different gospel (based on Galatians 1:1-9)Order this full message on MP3 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111

Have you ever wondered, Am I really hearing God's voice? Maybe you prayed, stepped out in faith, and then found yourself facing heartbreak, confusion, or disappointment. Maybe you've questioned if it was truly God leading you—or just your own emotions.In this powerful and hope-filled episode I sit down with author, speaker, Bible teacher, and podcast host Rachael Groll to talk about one of the questions so many believers wrestle with: How do I know when God is speaking?Rachael shares her deeply personal story of an international adoption journey that ended in devastation when the son she was trying to adopt was trafficked. After pouring prayer, finances, hope, and love into bringing a child home, she and her husband had to choose to trust God through profound loss.Through that painful season, Rachael discovered a life-anchoring truth: God's voice never contradicts His Word, and discernment is not built on feelings—it is built through knowing God's character, fellowship with Him, His promises, and Truth in Scripture.Together, Jayme and Rachael discuss her newly released devotional, Hearing Jesus: 365 Daily Encounters with Jesus, and unpack how you can grow in confidence hearing God's voice, discerning truth, trusting Him in difficult seasons, and obeying His leading with peace.If you've ever struggled with confusion when seeking God's direction, this conversation will strengthen your faith and encourage your heart.Connect with Rachael! https://www.rachaelgroll.com/Perfect for Mother's Day!

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How to Spot a Witch In Your ChurchChapters0:00 - Intro1:06 - The Bible clearly forbids witchcraft and occult practices4:13 - 1. They're drawn to power, not presence5:22 - 2. They resist repentance but crave platform6:41 - 3. They operate through whispering and division7:41 - 4. They try to attach to spiritual leaders and intercessors9:16 - 5. There's a spiritual “cloud” around them: confusion, heaviness, intimidation10:21 - What should a believer and a church do?12:53 - Call to action13:50 - OutroFor more information visit Pastorvlad.org