Podcasts about disunity

The Secret to a Healthy, Growing Church | His Word, His Plan, His People This episode looks at the early church's growing pains in Acts 6 and how they handled it with wisdom and unity. Learn how prioritizing prayer, Scripture, and shared responsibility can help any church—and any believer—stay focused on what really matters. Key Take Aways: 1. A growing church will always face challenges, but staying rooted in prayer and the Word keeps it healthy. 2. Disunity and distractions can quietly divide a church; unity requires intentional effort and clear communication. 3. Everyone has a role in the mission. Church isn't just for pastors or leaders; it's for all of us. 4. Serving others is not optional! It's essential to spiritual growth and church health. 5. God honors churches that stay mission-focused, disciple-making, and led by the Spirit. Key Scripture: Acts 6 (https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ACT.6.ESV) Speaker: Marty Godfrey Series: His Word, His Plan, His People Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://youtu.be/_YmttBbd08o) ° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/) ° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)

“The devil is afraid of a united husband and wife.” —St. John Chrysostom Summary The family is Satan's top target because it reflects God's very nature and holds the foundation of civilization. Marriage isn't just a social contract—it's a sacrament with spiritual power, which makes it a threat to evil. The enemy's strategy is subtle: sow disunity between spouses, confuse gender roles, exhaust parents, and replace faith formation with screens and busyness. By silencing prayer and fracturing family time, he slowly erodes the family's ability to thrive spiritually. But families aren't powerless. The fight starts with unity in marriage, sacrificial love, anchoring in prayer and the sacraments, and surrounding ourselves with like-minded families. The attack is real, but so is the remedy. A faithful, united, praying family is Satan's worst nightmare. As St. John Paul II said, “The future of the world and of the Church passes through the family.” The path forward is clear—lead your family with faith, courage, and love. Key Takeaways The family mirrors the Trinity, which is why Satan targets it relentlessly. Marriage is a spiritual battleground, not just a relationship. Disunity, distraction, and distorted roles are key tools the enemy uses. Prayer, unity, sacrifice, and community are how families fight back. Couple Discussion Questions Where do we feel the biggest spiritual attacks or distractions in our family life right now? Are we modeling unity for our kids—or are we forgetting that our witness is just as important as our teaching?  What's one practical change we can make this week to reclaim prayer or family time in our home?  

A new MP3 sermon from The Bible Provocateur is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LIVE DISCUSSION: Factions, Contention, Disunity (Part 1 of 5) Speaker: Jonathan Eubanks Broadcaster: The Bible Provocateur Event: Debate Date: 9/19/2025 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Bible Provocateur is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LIVE DISCUSSION: Factions, Contention, Disunity (Part 2 of 5) Speaker: Jonathan Eubanks Broadcaster: The Bible Provocateur Event: Debate Date: 9/19/2025 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Bible Provocateur is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LIVE DISCUSSION: Factions, Contention, Disunity (Part 3 of 5) Speaker: Jonathan Eubanks Broadcaster: The Bible Provocateur Event: Debate Date: 9/19/2025 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Bible Provocateur is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LIVE DISCUSSION: Factions, Contention, Disunity (Part 4 of 5) Speaker: Jonathan Eubanks Broadcaster: The Bible Provocateur Event: Debate Date: 9/19/2025 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Bible Provocateur is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: LIVE DISCUSSION: Factions, Contention, Disunity (Part 5 of 5) Speaker: Jonathan Eubanks Broadcaster: The Bible Provocateur Event: Debate Date: 9/19/2025 Length: 33 min.

Send us a textThe battle between flesh and spirit plays out daily in our lives, especially when we're provoked to anger. This powerful conversation explores how Christians can navigate contentious situations without losing their spiritual footing.When someone pushes our buttons, our natural instinct is to react—sometimes explosively. But as believers, we're called to something higher: "Be angry and sin not." Participants share personal struggles with maintaining composure when provoked, acknowledging how difficult it can be to step back, pray, and recollect ourselves rather than immediately responding with anger.The discussion draws inspiration from powerful examples like Jesus Christ, Francis of Assisi, and Patrick of Ireland—individuals who responded to hatred with love and persecution with mercy. If Christ himself, who could have called down legions of angels, chose gentleness and humility, how much more should we practice restraint in our interactions?Perhaps most challenging is the examination of how Christians often become entangled in worldly politics, fighting more passionately for earthly kingdoms than for God's. We're reminded that believers should be present in every sphere—military, entertainment, politics—not to be consumed by these worlds but to be light within them. The fundamental error occurs when we begin identifying more with political affiliations than with our identity in Christ.True wealth isn't found in political power or worldly success but in Christian fellowship and brotherhood. While politicians may acquire riches through compromise, believers find their treasure in relationship with Christ and His people—a perspective that helps us maintain focus on eternal values amid temporal distractions.Join us as we explore these profound spiritual truths and discover how to maintain a Christ-like demeanor even when the world seems determined to provoke us to do otherwise.The Balance of GrayFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Send us a textWhat does authentic Christian community look like in a world defined by division? This powerful conversation explores how believers can achieve genuine unity without compromising truth.We begin by examining Christ's own example of strength with gentleness, noting how he consistently demonstrated the perfect balance of conviction and compassion. This model challenges us to reconsider how we engage with both fellow believers and the broader culture around us.The discussion shifts to the beautiful dynamic that emerges when diverse believers gather with shared purpose. Like a spiritual potluck, each person brings something unique to the table—scripture insights, personal testimonies, thoughtful questions—creating a feast that nourishes everyone present. This diversity doesn't weaken unity but strengthens it when Christ remains at the center.A particularly compelling thread explores what it means to be "peculiar people"—set apart for God's purposes while still present in the world. This identity brings remarkable peace, freeing us from the anxiety and strife that comes with over-investment in worldly systems. We're challenged to see ourselves as "in exile," building on the solid foundation rather than the shifting sands of cultural trends.The conversation doesn't shy away from addressing how politics and controversies can divide believers. Instead of finding identity in political affiliations or theological camps, we're reminded that our primary citizenship is in heaven. This perspective transforms how we approach disagreements, allowing us to stand firm on essentials while demonstrating the humility that should characterize Christ's followers.Join us for this profound exploration of Christian unity that demonstrates what our fractured world desperately needs but cannot produce through human effort alone—a community bound together by something far more powerful than agreement on every point.The Balance of GrayFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Send us a textPride blinds us to our own flaws while magnifying others' shortcomings. This profound truth sets the stage for a powerful exploration of how Christians can navigate disagreement without falling into the trap of variance – that persistent quarreling that flows directly from hatred.The conversation delves into a troubling phenomenon within Christian communities: believers who fight more passionately over worldly political positions than they ever would for Christ's kingdom. Many Christians can articulate detailed political stances but never share their faith with a single soul. This misplaced zeal reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of our identity as citizens of God's kingdom rather than this world.Scripture provides clear guidance for believers engaged in difficult conversations. Second Timothy 2:24 reminds us that "the Lord's bondservant must not be quarrelsome," while Proverbs warns that those who hate correction are foolish. The participants share personal struggles with anger and pride, modeling vulnerability and the ongoing nature of sanctification. One speaker even asks forgiveness for past harshness, demonstrating the humility that should characterize Christian discourse.Perhaps most challenging is the discussion of when to engage and when to walk away. After presenting truth once or twice, there comes a point when continuing a circular argument becomes counterproductive. Some people mistakenly believe they possess persuasive powers even Christ didn't claim, spending countless hours in fruitless debates rather than accepting that some hearts aren't ready to receive truth.This conversation offers practical wisdom for speaking truth in love while avoiding unnecessary conflict. It's a reminder that winning arguments often matters less than winning hearts – and that sometimes, the most transformative truth is received when spoken gently, even when it initially provokes discomfort. Join us for this thought-provoking discussion about unity, humility, and Christ-centered communication in a divided world.The Balance of GrayFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Send us a textWhat distinguishes true believers from those merely professing faith? This powerful conversation dives deep into the struggle against sin that characterizes authentic Christian life.When someone genuinely walks with Christ, they recognize even the smallest transgressions as serious – feeling immediate conviction when they stumble. This stands in stark contrast to those who abuse God's grace with a casual "I'll be forgiven anyway" attitude without true repentance. As one participant powerfully noted, "God doesn't have to forgive you."The discussion explores hatred as perhaps the most dangerous sin for Christians – not just momentary anger, but a settled position where someone embraces animosity as justified. This leaves no room for forgiveness or reconciliation, completely opposing Christ's command to love. Yet remarkably, testimonies reveal how the Holy Spirit won't allow true believers to remain comfortable in hatred, working to transform hearts even in the most difficult circumstances.We witness an unprecedented manifestation of these works of the flesh in today's cultural climate, even among professing Christians. Political divisions, cultural battles, and personal grudges have created environments where believers display hatred rather than love. The speakers lament how these divisions affect everything from family gatherings to church fellowship.An important distinction emerges: Christians must hate what God hates (sin) while still extending love to sinners – just as Christ does with us. This principle guides believers to stand firmly against sin while still showing grace. Most encouraging is the reminder that Christ has already forgiven us for sins we haven't even committed yet – a stunning reality that should prevent self-righteousness as we all struggle daily.What's your relationship with sin? Are you fighting against it or making excuses for it? Your answer reveals much about your spiritual condition.The Balance of GrayFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Send us a textThe battle between flesh and spirit stands at the heart of authentic Christian experience. Drawing from Galatians 5:19-21, this episode explores Paul's sobering warning about "the works of the flesh" and his declaration that those who practice such things "shall not inherit the kingdom of God."What distinguishes this teaching is its focus on the social sins that destroy Christian unity: "hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies." Unlike sensual or religious sins, these behaviors directly attack the bonds between believers, fracturing the body of Christ from within. Their destructive power makes them particularly dangerous to both individual spiritual health and corporate church witness.Through candid panel discussion, we explore the crucial difference between those who struggle against sin and those who practice it as a lifestyle. True believers experience an internal "war" against these fleshly tendencies – feeling genuine grief when they fall short and seeking restoration through repentance. False believers, by contrast, rationalize their behavior with phrases like "that's just who I am" or "the Lord knows my heart," revealing hearts untransformed by grace.This distinction cuts to the core of spiritual authenticity. As one participant notes, "If a Christian is not at war internally, that is a dangerous place to be." The absence of this struggle suggests either complete victory (extraordinarily rare) or, more likely, self-deception about one's spiritual condition.The message ultimately offers hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. While all believers experience temptation and occasional failure, God provides the conviction, guidance and strength needed to overcome the flesh. The very struggle itself, painful though it may be, serves as evidence of genuine spiritual life. What's your experience in this battle? Does your response to sin reveal a heart transformed by grace?The Balance of GrayFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Words to Live ByNever short sell an immeasurably more God.Never underestimate the power of a simple prayer offered on behalf of a complex situation.Never dismiss the impact of obedience (or disobedience).This week our word is… Never be afraid of the repercussions of speaking the truth in love; one of those repercussion is freedom.The problem with avoiding conflict is that you actually live longer in the conflict than you need to and you miss what God can do in you and them as a result of a resolution. What I propose to you this morning is…God may have a purpose for your conflict. All of God's purposes are good.God will do something redeeming in your conflict if you trust Him enough to follow Him through it.Conflict can be a path to freedom for both parties if both parties cooperate. Replace “winning or avoiding” with freedom as your new frame for conflict. Never be afraid of the repercussions of speaking the truth in love; one of those repercussion is freedom (redemption). If you just want the conflict to be over you will leave a lot of restoration on the table. Conflict is a freedom opportunity.Changing your perception of conflict will change the way you process conflict.Ephesians 4:1-6, 11-16 (NIV + CAV) As a prisoner for the Lord [bound by His words, way and will], then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love [agape selfless all in love]. 3 Make every effort [implies consistent work] to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. [we are all under this one banner of the Lordship of Christ.] 11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. [End goal freedom = fullness. For me to be full of Christ I have to get rid of the stuff that isn't Christ] 14 Then [when we are free and full] we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.Spiritual Unity and Spiritual Maturity are two of God's primary objectives for the Body of Christ. This means they are Word directed and Spirit empowered BUT they are only accomplished with our cooperation. Disunity and Immaturity are opponents to freedom and wholeness in Christ. Satan's objective with conflict is separation and there is no shortage of opportunity for conflict. God's objective is freedom and this verse gives us the way towards conflict redemption… “speak the truth in love”. Truthing isn't the idea of “getting something off my chest” or “telling it like it is”. Truthing's purpose is freedom and its manner is agape love. Are you truthing in love in your conflict? Being a Christian and being a part of a church doesn't mean we have arrived, it means we are arriving – we are walking together. Freedom is the motivation. Truthing is the manner. Face to Face is the Method. Matthew 18:15 (NIV) 15 “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.The Biblical method to conflict redemption is to go in person. The quicker you GO the quicker the potential is for redemption and restoration. The longer you let it sit, it doesn't sit, it burrows. An early “face to face” short circuits at least 3 things that complicate conflict redemption. Contamination. Infection. Posse building. Winning a conflict is not ending up on top or having the most people on your side, winning is mutual freedom. Matthew 18:16 (NIV) 16 But if they will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.'Why the press from Jesus? Jesus understands broken human nature better than anyone. Jesus understands more than we do the value of relationships to our wholeness and maturity. Jesus is more invested in this “freedom outcome” than we are – He died for it.Matthew 18:17 (NIV) 17 If they still refuse to listen, tell it to the church; and if they refuse to listen even to the church, treat them as you would a pagan or a tax collector. It is possible to agree to disagree and still be able to work on the same mission with the same passion… but it's not possible within the Body of Christ to hold animosity towards or withhold forgiveness from someone. If love, humility and unity wasn't such a priority for the Body of Christ, Christ wouldn't confront conflict so boldly. Freedom is the motive. Truthing in love is the manner. Face to Face is the method.Matthew 5:9 (NIV) Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.Freedom is the motivation – not avoiding or winning.Truthing in love is the manner – not accusation.Face to Face is the method – not posse building.Your freedom doesn't rest in the outcome (the hands of someone else) your freedom rests in your obedience, faith, trust, movement in the word of God.

In this latest installment of the collaboration between podcasters Fong and Kemp, they describe America's state of "disaggregation" and implications for this country's future, given that it's only going to keep increasing. They also explain the mounting threat to the separation of church and state posed by the growing prominence and power of the Christian nationalist movement, e.g., Pastor Doug Wilson, SecDef Pete Hegseth.

Urges follow-up visits to those contacted about the united religious front, stressing that breaking religious unity in Eretz Yisrael could harm the community and funding in the U.S., and expresses hope for a proper resolution. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/sivan/1046

In this episode, Dave and Andrew go back to the events of 9/11 and listen to a piece memorializing the day. But will they find the piece moving or maudlin? And how does the piece hold up some 20+ years later? By this point, John Adams was a famous composer, but should this particular piece of his have won the prize?  If you'd like more information about John Adams, we recommend: His memoir Hallelujah Junction: Composing an American Life (you can read an excerpt at NPR). Dan Blim's article referenced in the show, "Disunity and the Commemoration of 9/11 in John Adams's On the Transmigration of Souls" Journal of the Society for American Music, 7, no. 4 (November 2013): 382-420. Kalle Puolakka's article "Public Art and Dewey's Democratic Experience: The Case of John Adams's On the Transmigration of Souls" The Journal of Aesthetics and Art Criticism, 74, No. 4 (2016): 371-81.

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There's something seriously wrong.    “Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.”  - Philippians 2:1-2 (NKJV) 

In the lead up to the launch of Season 5, we at The HPS Podcast are re-releasing some favourite episodes from our collection.First, we have Dr Kristian Camilleri talking with Samara Greenwood about the relatively recent realisation that this thing we call 'Science' is a less unified phenomena then is typically supposed. The 'disunity' becomes clear when we appreciate that scientific disciplines have developed in divergent ways and often employ very different methods and practices. This episode was originally released on June 8, 2023.The transcript can be found at - S1 Ep 2 - Kristian Camilleri on 'The Disunity of Science'Thanks for listening to The HPS Podcast. You can find more about us on our website, bluesky, instagram and facebook feeds. This podcast would not be possible without the support of School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne and the Hansen Little Public Humanities Grant scheme. Music by ComaStudio. Website HPS Podcast | hpsunimelb.org

MONOLOGUE  The Looming Tempest of Canadian Disunity NEWSMAKER Election Fall-Out – Why Did The Conservatives Lose? Should Poilievre Step Down? Will Canada Survive a Fourth Liberal Term? Wyatt Claypool – Senior Contributor with The National Telegraph OPEN LINES THIS DAY IN ROCK HISTORY  1966 - The Rolling Stones The Rolling Stones fourth album 'Aftermath' went to No.1 on the UK chart, the group's third UK No.1 album.   1976 - Keith Moon The Who's drummer Keith Moon paid nine cab drivers to block-off both ends of a New York street so he could throw the contents of his hotel room out of the window.   2019 - Russ Gibb American concert promoter and media personality Russ Gibb died. He was best known for his role in the "Paul McCartney is dead" phenomenon, a story he broke as a disc jockey on radio station WKNR FM in Detroit. MONOLOGUE A Reckoning for the Robes: Doug Ford's Rebellion Against Judicial Tyranny NEWSMAKER “Libs Stoked Fear for Votes” – Bloc Leader  https://www.blacklocks.ca/says-feds-were-fear-mongers/   NDP - Worst Performance Since 1935 https://www.blacklocks.ca/ndpers-a-third-place-finish/ Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter www.blacklocks.ca NEWSMAKER Why Do Canadians Embrace Their Chains? How To Explain The Liberal Victory What Now, Canada?  Carney Faces Likely Recession, Trump's Wrath, and Western Separation Viva Frei – YouTuber, Rumbler, Co-Host of VivaBarnesLaw.Locals.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LULU 30 APERILA 2025(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye)Manatu Autu: E inoino le Atua I le fevaevaea'i (God hates disunity)Tauloto -Tusi Paia–Mataio 12:25 “A ‘ua silafia e Iesu o latou manatu, ‘ona fetalai atu ai lea o ia ‘iā te i latou, “O mālō uma ‘ua fevaevaea‘i e fa‘aumatia ia; o ‘a‘ai uma fo‘i po o ‘āiga e fevaevaea‘i e lē tumau ia.”‭‭Faitauga – Tusi Paia – Salamo 133:1-3E tele fuaitau o le Tusi Paia o loo faailoa mai ai e inoino le Atua I le fevaevaea'i, ae e fiafia o ia pe a loto gatasi lana fanau. Na ia fetalai i le Ioane 13:35, o le faaali o le alofa o le tasi i le isi e iloa ai e tagata o I latou o ona soo. E matua faataua lelei e le Atua le loto gatasi, na ia fetalai a e sau ia te ia ma se taulaga ae e manatua e iai se tulaga o loo lua vā ai ma le uso, e tatau ona e alu e faia le faaleleiga ma ia, ona faatoa e sau lea e avatu le taulaga (Mataio 5:23-24). E finagalo le Atua I lana fanau e loto gatasi aua o loo ia silafia e itiiti se tulaga e mafai ona tatou ausia  pe a faia taitoatasi. E na te silafia o le taimi e amata ai ona faia taitoatasi, e faigofie i le tiapolo ona ulu mai I ō tatou siomaga, ona lē mafai lea ona tatou faia se mea e taofia ai o ia. Fai mai le Failauga 4:12“‘Āfai fo‘i e fa‘amanumālō mai se tasi i so lā‘ua, e tete‘eina atu o ia e lē to‘alua; o le maea fo‘i e sautuatolu e lē vave motusia.”‭‭ E tele kerisiano ma faalapotopotoga a kerisiano i le lalolagi atoa. O le mea moni o le Ekalesia kerisiano o se faatuatuaga e pito tautaua i le lalolagi. Aisea la e faia ai e malo ma atunuu faiga faavae e tetee ai i kerisiano ma sauaina i latou? O le mafuaaga ona o le toatele o kerisiano o loo tutū taitoatasi. A tatou o mai faatsi ma faia se folafolaga, e taunuu lava. A tatou o mai faatasi ma filifili e liliuina le lalolagi atoa mo Keriso, e le mafai e se tagata ona taofia i tatou. A e vaai I taimi na fai ai ni matou faaolaolaga i tausaga ua tea, e tasi se vaega taua o le a e iloa ai,  na loto gatasi se vaega e toatele o le ekalesia. I le afeafeaupitoaluga, ina ua loto gatasi le au soo, na afio mai Agaga Paia ma è 3000 agaga na faaolaina I lea aso. Na tusia i le Galuega 2:46-47, na loto gatasi le au soo ma na faaopooopo pea tagata i le Ekalesia I aso uma. Silasila I lau ekalesia, e iai se loto gatasi ? Silasila i le siosiomaga o le nofoaga o le lotu, o galulue lau Ekalesia ma le loto gatasi ma Isi Ekalesia i le tou nuu? Ana mafai ona tuuese tatou feeseeseaiga ae o mai faatasi ma tutū e faasagatau i le tiapolo, o le a tatou iloa ai, e leai se mea e lē mafaia. Tatalo ia loto gatasi ekalesia uma i lou nuu faapea ma le tino o Keriso I lona aotelega, i le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

When believers clash, it threatens more than relationships—it weakens our witness. In Philippians 4, Paul pleads for unity in the church through Christ-like humility and love. Conflict is inevitable, but division is not. We're called to forgive, help one another, and stand firm on mission together. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

When believers clash, it threatens more than relationships—it weakens our witness. In Philippians 4, Paul pleads for unity in the church through Christ-like humility and love. Conflict is inevitable, but division is not. We're called to forgive, help one another, and stand firm on mission together. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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Allah (SWT) warns us in Surah Al-Anfal that when Muslims fail to support one another, the consequences are not just internal strife, but global chaos—fitna and fasad spreading across the earth. Look around—war, corruption, bloodshed,... The post Ramadan Reflection Day 7- The High Cost of Disunity first appeared on Islampodcasts.

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Every faith community is called to build and cultivate. And B4 is no exception. We're called to build a place of hope, healing, freedom, and flourishing. It's a big job that will invite opposition in many forms, like for example, disunity and distractions. Much as Nehemiah did, we will face varied opposition as the enemy […]

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Acts 11 - Speaker: Josh MacAvoy - As the early church grew in number and spread to new cities, there was an opportunity for great rejoicing but also great criticism. People who used to never interact, had generational hatred and deep suspicion towards each other are joining the same faith. Now they are being called to worship and work together. And this fertile soil for gospel growth is also a space for potential criticism, isolation and suspicion. But if criticism and factions are allowed to grow in the fledgling church, it will have a disastrous effect. Disunity amongst believers will get in the way of God's great rescue plan and His mission to make one new people of faith. So, what is needed? Gospel Unity. And in Acts 11, we find the early church being called to that very thing. Through His Word and by His Spirit, God is calling His people to hold tightly to the Gospel and not anything else. Read Acts 11 in preparation for our time together tomorrow.

Topics: Unity or Division in Early Church, Debate on Circumcision, Faith by Grace Alone vs Law, James' Leadership, James' Letter to Gentiles, Paul's Missionary Journeys, Jerusalem Council Decisions, Role of Pharisees, Peter Defends Grace, Gentile Inclusion, Tensions Between Believers, Impact of Council of Jerusalem, Paul's Response to James' Demands, Four Mosaic Commandments Debate, Mixing Covenants, Paul Preaches Christ Alone, Apostolic Unity and Disunity, Old Testament Influence on Early Church, Peter on Faith and Grace Alone, Paul's Evangelism Focus was Jesus, Timothy's Circumcision, Nazarite Vow in Acts 18 and Acts 21, Jewish Zealots Attack Paul, Accusations in Jerusalem by Judaizers, Gentiles in the Temple, Grace vs Law Believers in Jesus, Acts Chapter 15-21, Acts 15:11, Acts 15:19, Acts 15:29, Acts 16:3, Acts 16:4, Acts 21:20, Acts 21:23-24, Acts 21:28, Acts 21:40, Acts 22:1Was James Being Legalistic in Acts 15 and Acts 21?Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19hR1tunhy/Did Paul Deliver the Acts 15 Letter to EVERY town He Visited?Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DjFXF8HVP/A Once-Sided Decision of Pushing Law into GraceFacebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1868xNvjj7/Send Matt a text about this episode!Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Why has our deep longing for community been overshadowed by division—setting my tribe against your tribe? In part two of our conversation, Bishop Joseph Espaillat, II, and Oscar address the pressing issue of disunity and its dangers to God's Kingdom on earth. They explore how polarization affects our faith and offer practical steps toward reconciliation. Plus, hear a message of hope and Bishop Espaillat's inspiring closing words. Don't miss this powerful discussion on the transformative power of coming together.

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Pastor Dru emphasizes the importance of holding fast to the true gospel message amidst a world that often distorts it. He highlights the dangers of altering the gospel to fit personal desires and reminds believers of the steadfast truth as explained by Paul in Galatians.

Hubris, an excessive pride in oneself, is a common trait among history's greatest figures. In the decades that followed the death of Alexander the Great, the Diadochi "successors" fought each other for control of the vast empire their leader had built. In the end, the unity created by the mighty king fell to ruin and led to the rise of an even greater power in the Mediterranean world. Join us as we discuss the Diadochi successors, learn the lessons of history and the dangers of hubris, and walk with us through history in fifteen minutes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support

Philippians 2:12-16 12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. 14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky 16 as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.  The Manner Worthy of the Gospel: Unity Philippians 1:27 Conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ...as you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel. The Problem of Disunity: v.1414 Do everything without grumbling or arguingChristian Life: Becoming more like Jesus (vv. 12-13) continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Clarification: What does it mean to be saved?  How do we work out our salvation daily?  Repentance to the Father v.12 "continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling..."   I John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."    Remembrance of the Son I Corinthians 15:1-4Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand,2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain. 3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures,4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures... Dependence on the Holy Spirit Philippians 1:6 6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.  Philippians 2:15-1615 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.”Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky 16 as you hold firmly to the word of life.

Hey there, Parents! Today on Better Together, we're talking about something that's super important but can be really tough: being on the same page in your parenting. We've definitely made our fair share of mistakes in this area, especially early on in our marriage.For us it often seemed to center around discipline...we just weren't on the same wavelength! Yeah, it wasn't pretty.But we've learned that when it comes to parenting, unity is key. Having those tough conversations behind closed doors and presenting a united front to our kids is essential. Disunity can create a wedge between you and your spouse, and it can leave your kids feeling confused and insecure. So, let's talk about how to bridge the gap, find common ground, and work together to raise happy, healthy, and faithful kids!Let's do this together!

Nāgārjuna (c. 150-250), founder of the Madhyamaka or Middle Way school of Buddhist philosophy and the most influential of all Buddhist thinkers aside from the Buddha himself, concludes his masterpiece, Fundamental Verses on the Middle Way, with these baffling verses: For the abandonment of all views He taught the true teaching By means of compassion I salute him, Gautama But how could anyone possibly abandon all views? In Buddhism Between Religion and Philosophy: Nāgārjuna and the Ethics of Emptiness (Oxford UP, 2024), Rafal K. Stepien shows not only how Nāgārjuna's radical teaching of no-view or “abelief” makes sense within his Buddhist philosophy, but also how it stands at the summit of his religious mission to care for all living beings. Rather than treating any one aspect of Nāgārjuna's ideas in isolation, here his metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics emerge as a single coherent and convincing philosophical-religious system of thought and practice. Grounded in meticulous study of original texts from classical India and China but innovating on the theories and methods underpinning contemporary scholarship East and West, this study shows how profoundly important voices from the diverse religious and philosophical traditions of the world have until now been diminished, distorted, and silenced. In opening up truly global horizons of existing and co-existing in the world, this work challenges the very ways in which we think about religion and philosophy. * Elucidates Nāgārjuna's thought in its Buddhist context, integrating his views on belief and intention, language and mind, action and attachment, selfhood and suffering, violence and peace, emptiness and Buddhahood * Presents a trenchant critique of the Christian and Western assumptions still dominating the study of religion and philosophy today * Introduces and clarifies ideas of pivotal importance to the history of Buddhist thought in India, Tibet, China, and Japan Readers may also find a related edited volume equally fascinating, Buddhist Literature as Philosophy and Buddhist Philosophy as Literature Prof. Rafal Stepien is also leading a collaborative project, " The Ethics of Empty Beliefs: Chinese Buddhist Philosophy in the ‘Period of Disunity'" that has openings for postdocs and will host several workshops on studies of Sanlun and its influences in Sinophone spheres.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Disunity will hurt a church. Maybe even destroy it. That's why Jesus said, “If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand” (Mark 3:25). Why then is Sunday morning at eleven, like Martin Luther said, the most segregated hour of the week? We can be unifiers, or we can be dividers. Let's rejoice with everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.

As Israel buries six hostages murdered by Hamas in Gaza, along with three police officers murdered near Hebron, the county is in the midst of a one day labor union strike, to protest government policies. At the same time, thousands of protestors are in the streets calling on the government to reach a ceasefire deal/hostage exchange with Hamas. And who is paying the closest attention to what is happening in Israel? HAMAS. The enemies of Israel know the best time to strike is when we are not united. On today's Israel Uncensored, Josh Hasten breaks down the latest heartbreaking news from Israel, and discusses the importance of a united front against our enemies.

In this episode, we kick things off by exploring the deep divides within the Arab world, tracing the roots of these fractures back to the early 19th century when two competing visions for Arab unity emerged. One vision, anchored in religious conservatism, sought to unify Arabs under the strict interpretation of Islam, as seen in the rise of the House of Saud and Wahhabism. The other vision, driven by figures like Muhammad Ali Pasha in Egypt, looked forward—envisioning a modern, secular, and industrialized Arab world. As we delve into these historical tensions, we connect them to the present day, questioning why Arab nations struggle to present a united front in times of crisis, like the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Alongside this, we touch on the broader geopolitical implications, from the influence of outside powers to the challenges of creating a cohesive Arab identity. It's a conversation that sheds light on the complex interplay of history, religion, and modernity in shaping the Middle East today.Pre-order Money: A Story of Humanity here: https://linktr.ee/moneydavidmcwilliams Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ephesians 4:1-2 After three solid chapters of rich doctrinal truth, Paul finally aims at application. In fact, chapters 4-6 are all about applying biblical truth. What is surprising is that Paul begins the biblical application with an appeal for believers to guard the unity we share because of the Holy Spirit. Like a belt, peace holds us together!

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As devoted Christians, our core calling is to embody the role of peacemakers, actively cultivating harmony in relationships and advocating for reconciliation between individuals and with God. Today, Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar discuss life's inevitable challenges that attempt to disrupt our peace, but remind listeners it is within our connection with the Lord that we discover a lasting and transcendent peace.At the heart of a believer's faith lies the understanding that God rescued us not merely from external threats but from the righteous wrath of God. This salvation is a holistic restoration of wholeness and harmony between the Creator and His creation. In response, Christians are called to emulate the obedient spirit of Christ. By doing so, we engage in the ministry of reconciliation, becoming participants in God's ongoing project to bring shalom to a hurting world. Humility becomes a vital component in navigating our human interactions. Contrary to the cultural trends that celebrate divisiveness, the guys discuss how Scripture calls believers to resist conformity and actively pursue unity. Peacemaking is not a passive endeavor; it involves courageously confronting evil with the truth. Living peaceably does not mean the sacrifice of truth; rather, it prompts us to address conflicts with a love that seeks correction and reconciliation.Approaching conflicts in a biblically grounded manner entails seeking private resolutions rather than resorting to the public exposure prevalent on social media. Disunity undermines the credibility of the gospel and diminishes the impact of our collective witness to the world.Lack of peace within our lives should urge Christians towards self-reflection and spiritual examination. For those who claim to be born again, yet lack the peace only found in Christ, a thorough inventory of the heart and life is needed. The absence of peace for the wicked extends to the righteous who engage in wicked actions, signaling a return to the transformative presence of God is due.As believers, we are not merely recipients of peace but also agents tasked with promoting it. In moments of conflict, Christians are called to be mediators, actively working towards reconciliation and the restoration of shalom. God empowers us to walk in His peace and act as ambassadors of reconciliation, playing an integral role in the restoration of relationships and the establishment of shalom in our spheres of influence. Fulfilling this divine mandate, we become conduits through which God's peace flows into the world, actively participating in the establishment of shalom in our communities and beyond.Thanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro