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As we race toward the end of 2025 and look ahead to 2026, many of us find ourselves taking stock — of our year, our ministry, and even our own sense of worth. How are you feeling right now? Encouraged? Tired? Discouraged? In this our episode for the year, Roy Moran brings a timely and deeply pastoral word that calls us back to what we are truly worth — not based on our activity, outcomes, or perceived success, but on what God has already declared and paid for. Roy encourages us to reflects on Romans 8:15–39. Dave will read the full passage at the end of the episode, creating space for you to reflect, pray, and give thanks as we approach Christmas. We often don't need more information — we need reminding. As Patrick Henry famously said, “People need to be reminded more than they need to be informed.” Too often, our sense of worth is quietly shaped by our activity. We compare ourselves to others in the room — those with larger platforms, greater influence, or more visible disciple-making fruit — and we begin to measure ourselves accordingly. Roy names this for what it is: a deeply destructive way of living. The gospel proclaims something radically different. Every human being is worth the blood of Jesus. The most significant relationship in all eternity — the relationship between the Father and the Son — was put into question so that we could be brought into God's family. That is the value the Father places on us. Even if we experience extraordinary success in ministry or movement outcomes, our worth never increases. We are worth exactly what was paid on the cross — nothing more, nothing less. Roy also challenges our learning and leadership cultures. If confession and repentance are absent — especially repentance from idols like ministry numbers, performance, or operating out of the flesh — we subtly drift back into a works-based mindset. Peace and freedom come when we remember that our worth is never on trial. It is not dependent on our effort, outcomes, or legacy. Our identity is secure:I am a child of the Most High.I am precious to Him.He will never leave me or forsake me. Whether or not we ever see a disciple-making movement, God's invitation remains the same: to live as beloved and faithful sons and daughters. Romans 8:15–39 – questions for reflection What identity does Paul highlight in Romans 8?Spend some time in quiet contemplation before God.Is there anything the Spirit is inviting you to confess or repent of? May this episode help you end the year grounded in grace, identity, and the unshakeable love of the Father.

We can talk to God all we want about our feelings of failure. We can tell him about our despair over our sins and foolish mistakes. Subscribe to daily devotions e-mails: https://wcm.link/ddsub

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Dash with Carol Dixon is all about life and how to live that life positively, productively, and prayerfully. After decades of ministry, Dr. Dixon is qualified to address any topic of life from a biblical perspective. Let's listen now as Dr. Dixon shares nuggets with us about “Why Do You Get Discouraged?”Send us a textBecome a Dash Legacy Builder Today! For more information go to caroldixon.net/dash

In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Runyon, a child psychotherapist with 22 years of experience and author of "Free to Fly." We tackle some uncomfortable truths about modern parenting—how our well-intentioned approaches might actually be contributing to our kids' struggles. Nicole shares why children are "canaries in the coal mine," sending us messages through their behavior about toxic environments (yes, including screens). We discuss the misunderstood concept of gentle parenting, why therapy isn't always the answer, and how natural consequences build resilience. If you're exhausted from hovering and rescuing, this conversation will help you reclaim your authority with love. Nicole offers practical wisdom about allowing discomfort—both yours and theirs—to foster true independence. For more show notes and info, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-632-therapy-may-not-be-the-answer-for-discouraged-teens-with-nicole-runyon/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I don't know what 2025 has looked like for you, but if it's been like MANY people I've heard from, it's been... a bit of a whirlwind.  Truly, even if this year has been fantastic, there are probably a few discouraging things that came your way because #life. So if you're needing some tools to encourage yourself the BIBLICAL way, listen to this episode and learn 5 tips to encourage yourself in the Lord!   Want to pray over your business, but you're not sure how?  Get 5 days of prayer starters sent to your inbox.  Free training: Learn how to get 300X More Website Traffic in a Year in 3 Simple Steps  Get the Keyword Research Kickstart- Cut ALL the fluff and Learn how to use Ubersuggest the easiest and most effective way possible- in less than an hour! Join Simple SEO Framework & Group Coaching Program. Learn how to get 300%, 500%, even 12,000% more website traffic in a year.  to get your website set up for SEO Success in a DAY & learn how to maintain a traffic-generating machine in 2hrs/ week. Ready to get your website copy AND your SEO strategy DONE in a day? Snag a spot for a VIP Copy Day! Book your discovery call here! Join the Facebook Group Email info@faithhanan.com

Followers of the Church of Rust check almost every possible box in the “Is This a Cult” list: Discouraged dissent, unethical behavior, delusions, self-sacrifice, information control, & more.More from The Lunduke Journal:https://lunduke.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lunduke.substack.com/subscribe

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It's easy to get discouraged when we see all the unbiblical, sinful attitudes and actions overwhelming our culture.

When life gets confusing and faith feels thin, is there a play you can run that gives you the best chance of making it through the depths of your doubt?That's the tension driving this message. We look at the moment Thomas hits the lowest point of his spiritual life, and yet finds a way forward — not by getting all the answers, not by forcing certainty, but by doing one simple thing most of us overlook.If you're in a season where something God said would be true hasn't shown up in your life yet, this is for you.

In Haggai 2:1–9, God speaks to a discouraged people who see their work on the Temple as woefully inadequate. Through the prophet, He gives four powerful promises: His abiding presence, future blessing, a greater glory than the former Temple, and the gift of lasting peace. This message reminds us that God's purposes are never limited by what we see—and that He brings hope into seasons of discouragement.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LegacyRBC.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In a season full of noise, negativity, and weariness, what if what you most need isn't more strategy—but a word of encouragement?This episode is a departure from the usual. Mark shares how he felt prompted by the Holy Spirit to scrap the planned topic and speak directly to those feeling worn out, disheartened, and alone. Without Daniel or Liddy knowing where the episode was headed, the conversation turns into a spontaneous moment of ministry—naming six specific forms of discouragement many leaders and believers are facing right now.

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

SAVE LIVES HERE: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/Anton Krecic has had a lot of professional experience in Washington DC and other sectors of the business world. Discouraged by the lack of help that politicians actually give, Anton wanted to find a truly effective way to impact many lives for good.Anton decided to use his entrepreneurial skills to bring positive and truly life saving change to the world. Through a coffee business, Anton figured out a way to use coffee to save many children's lives.Anton is the founder and CEO of Seven Weeks Coffee. Not only is the quality of Seven Weeks Coffee specialty grade and higher quality than most other coffees with a Q Score of 85+. Not to mention Seven Weeks Coffee is ethically sourced directly from farmers, paying them 3x the amount fair trade requires. But most importantly, Seven Weeks Coffee is saving lives of many babies here in the United States.To learn how Anton's faith directed him to take big risks and bring life-changing impact by simply having people drink delicious cups of coffee, listen to Brett talk with Anton about his journey and creation of his coffee business.SEVEN WEEKS COFFEE: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

In this episode of Shrink for the Shy Guy, Dr. Aziz offers powerful insight into what to do when you feel like giving up. Whether you're trying to build confidence, face your fears, or push through challenges, there are times when progress feels slow and resistance feels overwhelming. Dr. Aziz unpacks the real reason we feel discouraged and why it's often not about the actual results we're getting. You'll discover how unrealistic expectations and unconscious comparisons can drain your motivation and how to shift back into momentum with self-compassion and clarity. Packed with honesty, humor, and actionable tools, this episode is a reminder that you're not broken, you're just human. And the key to long-term change isn't forcing yourself forward, but learning how to keep going with heart.

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

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Discouraged in prayer today? Don't give up!

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

The writer of Psalm 42 is discouraged. He is down for multiple reasons, and in this Psalm, he calls himself to hope in his unchanging God.

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

Elijah is discouraged, despite the impressive showdown on Mt. Carmel, Jezebel has refused to accept God and now seeks his life. Discouraged and afraid, Elijah runs far away from Israel, Judah, and the work of God. Away from everyone, in a wilderness, without food or water, he prays to die. Listen to the podcast to discover how God responds to His disillusioned prophet.Year A Quarter 4 Week 45All Bible verses are from the NKJVFind the Lessons Here: https://mybiblefirst.org/?module=products&func=product&id2=25Connect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

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As the iconic movie line reminds us, “Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're gonna get.” And sometimes, what you get isn't what you hoped for, but that doesn't mean the story ends there. In today's episode, “The Result Wasn't What I Wanted: But, I'm Not Discouraged,” host Jacquette dives into the power of embracing disappointment, not as defeat, but as a stepping stone. She invites listeners to honor their feelings, recognizing disappointment as a natural, fleeting emotion that can offer valuable insight. With a simple shift in perspective, we can turn setbacks into fuel, keep discouragement at bay, and tap into the wisdom that every moment, sweet or bittersweet, has to offer.www.jacquettetimmons.comwww.jacquettetimmons.com/digital-productswww.instagram.com/jacquettemtimmonsBuyMeACoffee.com/JacquetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful episode of The Built Different Podcast, recorded backstage at the Refuel Conference at Thomas Road Baptist Church, Dr. Zach Clinton and cohost Joshua Broome sit down with Pastor Gary Hamrick — Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia. Gary has faithfully led Cornerstone from a small group of believers to a thriving congregation of thousands. His ministry sits at a unique cultural crossroads, just outside Washington, D.C., giving him a front-row seat to the intersection of faith, culture, and government. Over the years, Gary has become a trusted voice on religious liberty, biblical truth, and courageous leadership in a rapidly shifting cultural landscape. In this conversation, Gary shares his heart for revival and renewal, unpacking why gatherings like Refuel are vital for weary ministry leaders. He offers insight into what he’s seeing in the flock — from mental health struggles and spiritual discouragement to growing cultural hostility toward Christianity — and provides deeply biblical encouragement for overcoming discouragement in ministry through Psalm 42. His voice is both a pastoral encouragement and a prophetic challenge for the Church to rise with courage and conviction in this cultural moment. Mentioned in this episode: Visit Cornerstone Chapel: https://cornerstonechapel.net/ Watch some of Gary’s Sermons: https://cornerstonechapel.net/teachings/teaching-library/ Feeling Downcast? Get Help Today: https://christiancareconnect.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Here's the thing. Being discouraged is real. But leading out of it is your job. You're not always going to be on fire, but you are responsible for the temperature in the room. If your team has to carry their workload and your emotional baggage, they’ll burn out before you bounce back.

Hebrews 12:5What do you do when you lose heart? We've all been there. You're so discouraged you just want to give up. One of the best cures for discouragement is a good laugh.

Here's the thing. Being discouraged is real. But leading out of it is your job. You're not always going to be on fire, but you are responsible for the temperature in the room. If your team has to carry their workload and your emotional baggage, they’ll burn out before you bounce back.

Sin brings us low. It's something not to be messed with. The joy of sin is that it doesn't have to control us, and it can be forgiven by our Savior, Jesus Christ. IF you feel like you are in a spot that is a spot you cannot get out of. Think again. Psalm 51 has amazing answers for you.

[10/19/2025] "Hope for the Discouraged Heart" is the sixth sermon in our sermon series titled "Developing a Heart of God." It was preached by Pastor James Walsh at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mission Covenant Church⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on October 19, 2025.

Empathizing with Elijah in the cave, guest preacher Rev. Scott Quinn invited us to think of the stories that hold us back; to notice the nearness of God; and to know that we are seen, heard, and held.

October 12, 2025Pastor Brian HowardWhat To Do When You Are DiscouragedPsalm 42

This week on the podcast, I've got 5 essential principles that help when you're feeling discouraged about technique.    I name a powerful mantra I will repeat to myself and my coaching clients until I'm blue in the face. Plus, we'll explore what sustainably motivates us and discuss the necessity of good practice.    This one is full of practical tips and tricks from a seasoned musician and will apply to all artists, regardless of discipline. For you, I have loads of encouragement and compassion…and maybe some tough love, too.  Links: October Joyster Meet-Up: The Art of Not Finishing Read the essay about technique and craft "Music of the Logos" on Substack Book a coaching call with Merideth  Was this episode impactful? Tell us on IG. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  

Loneliness and discouragement are familiar companions for many ministerial spouses, yet God's unwavering love gently upholds us through every season. How can resting in faith, strengthening marriage, and remembering our calling help transform isolation into renewed joy and purpose?

When discouragement tempts you to give up, God invites you to wait on Him for renewed strength.

Sunday Sermon from the book of Acts from John Bourgeois on October 5, 2025. Our hope for you is that you will know, love, and follow Jesus Christ -- leading to personal transformation, intimate community, and a life of radical mission. You are always welcome to join us for worship at West End Community Church.For more info, please visit the WECC website at westendcc.org

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Fr. Mike encourages us not to be discouraged about the small things happening in our lives, because just as we see through Zechariah's visions, God takes small things and turns them into great triumphs. He also touches on the dedication of Israel to rebuild the temple, and the connection between the crowing of Joshua and the crowning of Christ the King. Today's readings are Ezra 5-6, Zechariah 4-6, and Proverbs 20:8-11. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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Fr. Mike introduces us to the books of Ezra and Haggai, explaining the Israelites' return to the promised land. He also warns us against apathy and indifference in our relationship with God, as we see Israel display towards the temple. Today's readings are Ezra 1-2, Haggai 1-2, and Proverbs 20:1-3. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Gary addresses the current lack of call to order coming from American pulpits. Too often, pastors think preaching book by book through the Bible is the "right" way to preach and not to be distracted by the events of the day. However, his often leaves congregants unable to deal with what is happening now and unaware of how the Bible relates to current events.

A Prayer for the Discouraged and Disconnected Heart... Have you ever felt like life is just happening around you — while inside, you're tired, disconnected, or discouraged?Maybe you don't have a plan right now. Maybe joy feels out of reach. Maybe you're wondering if God even sees you.If you've been feeling alone — even in a room full of people — this episode of Summer Conversations with God is for you.In today's prayer, we're creating space for the weary heart — the one who needs to be reminded: you are not forgotten, not overlooked, and not alone.We'll pause and talk to the God who is near to the brokenhearted and faithful in every season.You'll be reminded:God still has a plan (Jeremiah 29:11)His presence is with you (Deuteronomy 31:6)You are fully seen, known, and loved (Isaiah 49:16, Psalm 139)Let this prayer be a quiet reminder:You are not too far gone.God is closer than you think.Music: Healer (Instrumental) - Khamir MusicWe would like to pray for you. Please click here to share your prayer needs with us.Please consider becoming a Hunter's Hero and supporting Hunter's Hope and this podcast by clicking here.Shop HH x MH Collection here.Learn more about our Podcast, Episode Guests and Hunter's Hope here.

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