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Tonight on Steel News with Ann Vandersteel we expose how the IRS, DOJ, and judiciary operate not as constitutional institutions of justice but as corrupt cartels under a RICO structure. Former IRS Criminal Investigation agent Joseph Banister blew the whistle on the so-called “1040A Scam”—a scheme where the IRS fabricates phantom 1040A returns in its computer systems to justify assessments, liens, and seizures against ordinary Americans who never filed them.Now, Ebenezer “Ben” Howe brings the living proof in his federal forfeiture case. With evidence from IRS transcripts, DOJ discovery admissions, and official certifications, Ben shows the government falsified every IRS record concerning him for eight tax years. Joining him are Michael Ellis, a teacher of law, history, and faith, and Robert “Bob” McNeil, a Marine veteran and lifelong auditor, who together form a team of modern Davids fighting the Goliath of government fraud.Presented in partnership with: American Made Foundation & American Made Actionhttps://AmericanMadeFoundation.orghttps://AmericanMadeAction.orgFollow: ANN VANDERSTEEL https://AnnVandersteel.comFollow Ann Vandersteel on Pickax - https://pickax.com/annvandersteel

Here's part 2 of the Perrys' conversation with Megan Ashley and Ebenezer Endiryas about dating in your 30s.Jackie, Preston, Megan and Ebenezer left you on a cliffhanger. “Should we be more focused on dating people that we're in community with?” The group picks up the conversation there, talking about creating environments where someone you've met online can be brought into your community. They talk about how unkind it is to lead someone on, how men's lack of emotional connection with other men impacts how they experience women, and how beneficial it would be if singles stopped thinking about “the one” and reflected more on God's sovereignty. At the end of the day, all of these questions around dating and singleness are nuanced. It's not black and white – these conversations require wisdom.Scripture references:Matthew 6:33 Connect with Ebenezer:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebenezerendiryas/https://www.instagram.com/shapingtheculturepodcast/Shaping The Culture Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shaping-the-culture/id1351020282 Connect with Megan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immeganashley/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImmeganashleyIn Totality Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-totality-with-megan-ashley/id1614077859 Subscribe to the Perrys' newsletter: https://withtheperrys.myflodesk.com/zhfus4jx1sJoin Preston's discipleship community for men: https://www.patreon.com/PrestonPerry/membershipTo support the work of the Perrys, donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/withtheperrysShop BOLD Apparel: boldapparel.shop

Special Guest Speaker Karen Rodriguez brings this week's message, “God is Not Your Good Luck Charm." Key Verse: 1 Samuel 4:1-11 ESV: “And the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out to battle against the Philistines. They encamped at Ebenezer, and the Philistines encamped at Aphek. The Philistines drew up in line against Israel, and when the battle spread, Israel was defeated before the Philistines, who killed about four thousand men on the field of battle. And when the people came to the camp, the elders of Israel said, “Why has the Lord defeated us today before the Philistines? Let us bring the ark of the covenant of the Lord here from Shiloh, that it may come among us and save us from the power of our enemies.” So the people sent to Shiloh and brought from there the ark of the covenant of the Lord of hosts, who is enthroned on the cherubim. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God. As soon as the ark of the covenant of the Lord came into the camp, all Israel gave a mighty shout, so that the earth resounded. And when the Philistines heard the noise of the shouting, they said, “What does this great shouting in the camp of the Hebrews mean?” And when they learned that the ark of the Lord had come to the camp, the Philistines were afraid, for they said, “A god has come into the camp.” And they said, “Woe to us! For nothing like this has happened before. Woe to us! Who can deliver us from the power of these mighty gods? These are the gods who struck the Egyptians with every sort of plague in the wilderness. Take courage, and be men, O Philistines, lest you become slaves to the Hebrews as they have been to you; be men and fight.” So the Philistines fought, and Israel was defeated, and they fled, every man to his home. And there was a very great slaughter, for thirty thousand foot soldiers of Israel fell. And the ark of God was captured, and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, died.” 2 Samuel 6:1-11 ESV: “David again gathered all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand. And David arose and went with all the people who were with him from Baale-judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the name of the Lord of hosts who sits enthroned on the cherubim. And they carried the ark of God on a new cart and brought it out of the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. And Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were driving the new cart, with the ark of God, and Ahio went before the ark. And David and all the house of Israel were celebrating before the Lord, with songs and lyres and harps and tambourines and castanets and cymbals. And when they came to the threshing floor of Nacon, Uzzah put out his hand to the ark of God and took hold of it, for the oxen stumbled. And the anger of the Lord was kindled against Uzzah, and God struck him down there because of his error, and he died there beside the ark of God. And David was angry because the Lord had broken out against Uzzah. And that place is called Perez-uzzah to this day. And David was afraid of the Lord that day, and he said, “How can the ark of the Lord come to me?” So David was not willing to take the ark of the Lord into the city of David. But David took it aside to the house of Obed-edom the Gittite. And the ark of the Lord remained in the house of Obed-edom the Gittite three months, and the Lord blessed Obed-edom and all his household.” If you enjoyed the podcast, please subscribe and share it with your friends on social media. For more information about PNEUMA Church, visit our website at mypneumachurch.org. Connect with Us: Instagram: https://instagram.com/mypneumachurch YouTube: https://youtube.com/mypneumachurch Facebook: https://facebook.com/mypneumachurch Time Stamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Welcome 01:44 - 1 Samuel 4:1-11 ESV 04:15 - God is Not Your Good Luck Charm

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE: Al repasar la historia de El Circulo, que inicio hace 20 años, ahora, debemos pensar en como continuar obedeciendo al dueño de la obra, que es Dios, Audio MP3 Fecha: 30 agosto 2025 Autor: Pablo Ventura

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE: Que gran privilegio nos ha concedido el Señor de que hoy juntos, como iglesia que obedece a la Palabra y los designios de Dios, podemos juntos decir “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!”. Ciertamente, hoy todos juntos celebramos haber llegado a este “oasis”, a este momento en el que, más que enfocarnos en descansar, estamos siendo intencionales en tomar el tiempo para agradecer lo que Dios ha hecho, y sigue haciendo, en y a través de El Círculo. Audio MP3 Fecha: 30 agosto 2025 Autor: JJ Gómez

Ada dua sosok yang layak bicara tentang tertangkapnya Wakil Menteri Tenaga Kerja Immanuel Ebenezer, atau biasa dipanggol Noel, oleh KPK. Keduanya adalah Saut Situmorang dan Saor Siagian.Saut adalah mantan Wakil Ketua KPK yang sudah biasa menyaksikan pejabat tinggi ditangkap. Ia tentu saja mampu mendeskripsikan apa yang dialami setiap pejabat usai kena OTT. Termasuk tangisan Noel saat muncul di KPK, apakah cuma air mata buaya atau memang tulus karena penyesalan.Sedangkan Saor adalah rekan seperjuangan Noel. Penggiat antii korupsi ini sudah mengenal Noel sejak puluhan tahun lalu, dan mengikuti gerak catur Noel sampai akhirnya duduk sebagai wakil menteri.Lalu, apa jadinya kalau keduanya duduk bareng dan bercerita seputar kasus yang menjerat Immanuel Ebenezer?Sudah pasti keseruan yang ada. Keduanya saling melengkapi dan bercerita banyak hal, termasuk berbagai kisah yang mungkin selama ini tidak dipahami publik.Biar tidak penasaran, simak podcat SI PALING KONTROVERSI bersama Saut Situmorang dan Saor Siagian, hanya di channel youtube Metro TV, mulai Selasa 26 Agustus 2925, jam 20.00 WIB!

No one is really talking about what it's like to be single in your 30s, or after you're divorced or widowed, but it's time to have a mature conversation about it. The Perrys are joined by two friends – Ebenezer and Megan – to talk about their separate experiences. Ebenezer Endiryas is a single pastor who longs to be married one day, and Megan Ashley is a mom of three who was married for 14 years prior to her divorce. Both call themselves hopeless romantics, though they each now have a healthier understanding of kingdom-minded marriage and the sanctification it brings. Jackie, Preston, Megan, and Ebenezer discuss affection and intimacy, why it's important to have realistic expectations when you marry a sinner, and what dating looks like today when more people are meeting online than in community together. This is just the first half of a two-part conversation. Be sure to tune in to the September 8 episode for even more on this discussion. Scripture references:2 Samuel 11Connect with Ebenezer: Ebenezer's InstagramShaping The Culture's InstagramShaping The Culture PodcastConnect with Megan:InstagramYouTubeIn Totality PodcastThis Episode is Sponsored By:https://magicspoon.com/PERRY — Get $5 off your next order!https://weekendtoremember.com — Register for HALF PRICE till September 15th. This is Weekend to Remember's biggest sale of the year! Subscribe to the Perrys' newsletter.Join Preston's discipleship community for men.To support the work of the Perrys, donate via PayPal.boldapparel.shop

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE:Al igual que el pueblo de Israel, la vida cristiana se describe en términos bélicos: luchas, batallas, armaduras. Los enfrentamientos del AT son ilustraciones de las batallas que enfrentamos en el día a día y son un perfecto recordatorio para hacer las cosas diferentes. Audio MP3 Fecha: 24 agosto 2025 Autor: Enmanuel Abreu

Menteri Sekretaris Negara Prasetyo Hadi menegaskan Presiden Prabowo Subianto mempersilakan Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (KPK) memproses hukum Wakil Menteri Ketenagakerjaan Immanuel Ebenezer atau Noel yang ditangkap dalam operasi tangkap tangan. Pemerintah mengaku prihatin dan kembali mengingatkan pesan Presiden agar anggota kabinet berhati-hati serta tidak menyalahgunakan amanat.

Komisi Pemberantasan korupsi baru saja menggelar keterangan pers terkait Tersangkanya Wamenaker Immanuel Ebenezer, KPK Mengatakaan sebanyak 11 orang menjadi tersangka termasuk Wamenaker Immanuel Ebenezer, KPK turut menyita sejumlah barang bukti berupa uang miliaran rupiah, 15 mobil dan 7 sepeda motor. untuk membahasnya kami telah bersama Pakar Hukum Pidana Universitas Indonesia- Akhiar Salmi, S.H., M.H

Pastor Brad Franklin laying down your idols.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel:https://youtu.be/gOBbcSxDP4E

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE: El viaje de Israel desde Egipto hasta la tierra prometida pudo haber tomado 11 días, pero se extendió a 40 años. Dios condujo al pueblo por el desierto con el propósito de transformarlos en una nación especial. Al igual que Israel, nuestra iglesia ha sido moldeada paso a paso por Dios durante 20 años. Audio MP3 Fecha: 17 agosto 2025 Autor: Wellman Lake

Pastor Ebenezer Samavedam - Guest Speaker

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE: El desvío no es un error. Es una estrategia perfecta para que aprendas la humildad, probarte y prepararte para la plenitud de lo que Dios tiene para ti. Dios no se perdió en el camino; Él sabía exactamente hacia donde iban. Y Él sabe exactamente hacia donde te está llevando a ti. Audio MP3 Fecha: 10 agosto 2025 Autor: Maelias Lima

1 Samuel 7:1-17

Ebenezer Samuel, CSCS, is the fitness director for Men's Health and a veteran trainer who has worked with everyone from pro athletes to first responders to parents and CEOs. Today on the show we discuss: the best plan for burning fat without losing muscle, the most sustainable diet strategy, mindset shifts for long term transformation, Ebenezer's 90-Day Fat Loss Blueprint, fitness hacks he swears by, why most people don't see long term success and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACERCA DE LA SERIE: La historia de Ebenezer, la “piedra de ayuda" o "roca de auxilio" , marca un punto de inflexión significativo en la historia de Israel, se destaca un cambio en su relación con Dios Al llegar al aniversario número 20 de Su iglesia, nuestra comunidad de fe El Círculo, deseamos celebrar en agradecimiento a Dios por Su fidelidad y guía a lo largo de todos estos años. “¡Hasta aquí el Señor nos ha ayudado!” ACERCA DEL MENSAJE: Aunque la liberación fue un evento trascendental en la historia de Israel y la primera etapa de un proceso de transformación, la travesía por el desierto fue esencial para preparar al pueblo para dejar atrás sus viejas costumbres, fortalecer su relación con Dios y así estar preparados para tomar posesión del lugar que Él les había reservado. Audio MP3 Fecha: 03 agosto 2025 Autor: JJ Gómez

In this episode, Brody unpacks the importance of remembering God's faithfulness by looking at the story in 1 Samuel—when he raised a stone of remembrance after God delivered Israel. That moment, and the phrase “Here I raise my Ebenezer,” challenges us to mark the moments God shows up in our lives. Brody shares personal examples, including how Snowbird's North Campus became a reminder of God's provision, and reads a heartfelt letter to the SWO summer staff as they wrap up a powerful summer of ministry. He also shares encouraging feedback from readers of his new book No Sanity Required. This episode is a call to reflect, remember, and keep pressing forward in faith.No Sanity Required Book1 SamuelSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Village Church RolesvilleSunday Message - July 27th, 2025Tracy LatvalaPsalm 139: 1-14Ephesians 3: 14-21

This week, Kelly talks with Council on Foreign Relations Senior Fellow Ebenezer Obadare about Nigeria's growing security and economic challenges under President Bola Tinubu. Ebenezer discusses how the country is facing escalating violence from Boko Haram, growing political instability, and widespread economic hardship. Obadare also highlights Nigeria's tremendous diplomatic potential and why it could become the U.S.'s most important ally in Africa. Ebenezer Obadare is the Douglas Dillon senior fellow for Africa studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. Before joining CFR, he was professor of sociology at the University of Kansas, Lawrence. He is also a senior fellow at the New York University School of Professional Studies Center for Global Affairs, and a fellow at the University of South Africa's Institute of Theology. Author of numerous works on civil society and the state, and religion and politics in Africa, his most recent book, published by the University of Notre Dame Press, is titled Pastoral Power, Clerical State: Pentecostalism, Gender, and Sexuality in Nigeria. His next book, The Nigerian Century, will be published by Oxford University Press. Link to Pastoral Power, Clerical State: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268203146/pastoral-power-clerical-state/  The opinions expressed in this conversation are strictly those of the participants and do not represent the views of Georgetown University or any government entity. Produced by Theo Malhotra and Freddie Mallinson.  Recorded on July 21, 2025. Diplomatic Immunity, a podcast from the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University, brings you frank and candid conversations with experts on the issues facing diplomats and national security decision-makers around the world. Funding support from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. For more, visit our website, and follow us on Linkedin, Twitter @GUDiplomacy, and Instagram @isd.georgetown

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter speak with Chitra Ebenezer, Chief Marketing Officer at Velcro Companies. Chitra shares how the Velcro Brand inspires creativity across a wide range of consumer and industrial use cases, and how she balances B2B and B2C marketing strategies to drive growth.She highlights the role of campaigns like “ORIGINAL THINKING™” and “EASY. DOES IT.” in shaping brand perception, and the importance of influencer programs and user-generated content to showcase versatility and build engagement. Chitra also reflects on how Velcro Companies maintains its position as the original hook-and-loop fastener in a competitive market.Key takeawaysEducating consumers on Velcro Brand's infinite use cases requires a balance of awareness, inspiration, and community-driven contentB2B and B2C marketing strategies can complement each other to strengthen brand relevance globallyInfluencer and creator partnerships are critical to inspiring new use cases and driving sales Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into a story where terrified soldiers, a thunderstruck battlefield, and one upright stone converge to prove God still rescues repentant people. Hear how that ancient “Ebenezer” can anchor your faith, silence today's anxieties, and remind you that every impossible debt has already been paid in full.

Village Church RolesvilleSunday Message, July 20th, 2025Bethany Davenport1 Samuel 7:7 - 13

“Samuel then took a large stone and placed it between the towns of Mizpah and Jeshanah. He named it Ebenezer (which means “the stone of help”), for he said, “Up to this point the LORD has helped us!”” (1 Samuel 7:12 NLT-SE)

“Samuel then took a large stone and placed it between the towns of Mizpah and Jeshanah. He named it Ebenezer (which means “the stone of help”), for he said, “Up to this point the LORD has helped us!”” (1 Samuel 7:12 NLT-SE)

Series Summary: An Ebenezer stone was a marker erected by the Israelites to mark God's faithfulness and how God had brought them thus far. We all have Ebenezer stones in our lives. People, places, experiences that remind us of how God has faithfully brought us to where we are right now. What are your Ebenezer stones? How do you remember and mark God's faithful love in your life? We get to hear from you!

The Covenant Nation London Summer Word CampBy Pastor Poju Oyemade11th July 2025

How do you remember what God has done for you? The podcast is on a break right now while we run our A Deeper Walk summer study BUT we could not resist popping up with a bonus episode for you for our birthday: Season Three. Episode Thirty. Three years of being on the trail together. This episode looks at memorials in the Bible, exploring various biblical practices of remembrance. From the Ebenezer stone to Communion, the Old and New Testaments show us many ways to remember God's faithfulness in our lives. Join us on the trail!P.S. Enter the Birthday Giveaway! Three listeners will each win one of three F.I.S.H. Courses. Follow the GIVEAWAY link below for more details.

What does it mean for the Church to be a living Ebenezer in today's world? In this powerful message, Pastor Donnie McClurkin challenges the direction of modern Christianity and calls the body of Christ back to humility, repentance, and biblical truth.  Preaching from 1 Samuel 7:12, Pastor McClurkin reminds us that the Church must reflect God's help, not human pride. He critiques the celebrity culture in the Church, confronts the misuse of God's name in national symbols, and urges pastors to stop promoting themselves and start serving.  This message is a call to holiness, to become living testimonies of God's deliverance—true Ebenezers in a world that desperately needs His help. The Church must return to being a humble, holy reflection of God's presence—living Ebenezers that point to His power and grace. Sermon Scriptures: 1 Samuel 7:12   We stream live every Sunday at 11 am and every Wednesday at 8 pm. Visit our website: https://perfectingfaithchurch.com  Connect with us on social media!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PerfectingFaithChurch/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectingfaithchurch/  X: https://x.com/PFCNY   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perfectingfaithchurch

1st Samuel 7-8 “Returning and Rejecting” 1. Israel returns to God (ch.7:1-6) 2. Raising up Ebenezer (ch.7:7-17) 3. Guarding the heart (ch.8:1-9) 4. Israel wants a king (ch.8:10-22)

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When the world feels like it's burning, and the smoke clouds our faith, that's when we need to dig deeper and pray harder asking the Lord for guidance and to lead us through these trying times. 

In chapter 7 after a long interval with the ark isolated the nation laments their condition and appeals to Samuel for change. Samuel indicates that this could only happen if Israel with all their heart seek for God and utterly forsake the idolatry that had brought their ruin. When the nation does this Yahweh would be found by them. To potently demonstrate the Almighty's saving might Samuel, washes his hands and sacrifices a sucking lamb. This animal spoke of the nation's helplessness and dependence on Yahweh's protection. This occurs at Mizpah (signifying God's over watching protection). Next Samuel prays for Israel's deliverance from the approaching Philistine host and Yahweh of armies responds with lightning, thunder and an overwhelming hailstorm unleashed upon the enemy host. This led to the scene of victory overseen by the now to be named, Ebenezer (or rock of help). The chapter finishes by telling us that Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life and of him establishing his residence where his roots began, Ramah.1 Samuel 8 sadly tells of the failure of Samuel's sons to walk in his ways and consequently Israel's plea to be like other nations with an earthly king. Samuel remonstrates that this was tantamount to a rejection of God. Samuel outlines the huge cost upon the nation that such a choice would bring.Isaiah 52 reveals Jerusalem's exultation that would accompany the "good tidings" of her king with his liberating gospel message. Zion's watchmen would sing with joy at the "comfort (or consolation- Hebrew 'nacham') the Messiah would bring. The Lord Jesus Christ is the subject of these Servant prophecies and no more strongly than in chapters 52-53. Verses 1-2 call upon Zion to rouse herself from the dust to which she had been reduced by her oppressor. The Assyrian yoke had been broken from her neck. Verses 3-5 tell of her oppressors being firstly Egypt and in the time of the prophet, the Assyrian. Verses 6-7 describe Yahweh proclaiming liberty to the slaves in the good news: ie the Gospel. The words of verse 7 are quoted by the Apostle Paul as applying to all who preach the Gospel: Romans 10:5-21. Isaiah 52:8-12. Those verses speak of the condition of Jerusalem in the kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ, with Jerusalem as its capital: Isaiah 2:1-5; Jeremiah 3:16-17. At that time Jerusalem will be cleansed and purified: Zechariah chapters 12-13. Verses 13-15 belong, in fact to chapter 53 and will be so considered tomorrow. Isaiah 52:13-15 describe Messiah as Yahweh's great servant being elevated after the humiliation of his crucifixion spoken of in chapter 53. He gospel message taken into all the world would cause kings and dignitaries of many nations being astounded by the message about the Messiah: our Lord Jesus Christ.Revelation 14 verses 1-5 shows the redeemed with their Lord on Mount Zion, the glorious Jerusalem of the kingdom age. They are like those spoken of in chapter 7 the 144,000 - the Israel of God. They are virgins as they have not been defiled by the Roman whore - her teachings and behaviours. The Word of God had penetrated their thinking to the extent that the Lamb's Father's name - Yahweh - was written on their forehead (compare John 6:26-29). Verses 6-13 deal with the message/work of the three following angels. The first angel spoke of the everlasting Gospel being taken to all nations. This message includes the acceptance of God as the Almighty Creator (evolution is a falsehood that people will forsake in Christ's kingdom). The second and third angels proclaim Rome's doom (that city is symbolised as Babylon). The system which has persecuted the faithful believers of our Lord for 1,700 years will be avenged at that time. Two judgments are outlined. Firstly, the "harvest of the earth" - Catholic Europe from where Rome has derived its temporal power. And secondly, "the vine of the earth" the centre of doctrine - or spiritual correctness.

Through Samuel the Word of God multiplied and brought stability. The promised judgment upon the house of Eli happened in the battle at Ebenezer - meaning both "the son of help" and "the stone of help". Had a faithful priesthood been present in Israel their Rock would have given His people victory. Instead disaster overtook the nation with the extinction of Eli's line and 30,000 carcasses lying as carrion upon the field. Though foolish sons treated the ark as a lucky charm in contrast to what Yahweh intended- contrast Numbers 10:35-36. Though emboldened by the ark's presence and contrariwise the Philistines dismayed, Israel fell before the foe whose battle cry should be that of the saints in their spiritual warfare (1 Corinthians 16:13). The great catastrophe for the 98 year old Eli and his devout daughter in law was the capture of the ark. Her final word was Ichabod, meaning the glory has departed.The glorious servant of Yahweh in Isaiah 50 showed that the glory returned in the Lord Jesus Christ, as his servant ear was ever open to the Word of his God and instructed his every thought and action. The chapter begins with the LORD as challenging the nation of Israel, who were claiming that their Sovereign had divorced them. This was untrue and the Almighty says show Me your evidence - show Me your bill of divorce. It didn't exist since Yahweh hates "putting away": Malachi 2:10-16. The prophecy of Hosea establishes that despite the nation's continued unfaithfulness their God was ready to take them back as His spouse after a period of separation and genuine repentance. Verses 4-7 contrasts Israel's behaviour with Yahweh's faithful Servant - our Lord Jesus Christ. The Father daily sent an angel to sharpen His Son's magnificently receptive mind to His Father's Word. The Son like the perpetual and voluntary servant under the Law opened his ear to that Word. Read psalm 40:6-8; Hebrews 10:5-10. This submission and acceptance of His Father's way helped to enable the Son to life the life of total service. Jesus was obedient unto death, even the death upon the stake: Philippians 2:5-11. Verses 7-9 describe Jesus' determination to die that death in Jerusalem by which our the basis for our redeeming was established:Luke 9:51. Note the context of this comment from Luke in chapter 9 verses 21-36; 43-44. As a consequence no adversary could stand before him and Yahweh would stand with His servant and provide him with the assurance that Jesus would overcome his foes in the name of his God: Psalm 118:10-29. Verses 10-11 tell those self assured false leaders that their Sovereign would extinguish their fire permanently.

Today's witnesses are from Matthew West's website, called popwe.org. If you don't know who Matthew West is, he is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller. This website is for the non-profit that he has with his father, a pastor. Matthew and his father encourage people to share their stories. They have various categories of stories. Today, I chose three testimonies from the God Stories Category. Often, we can hear our own story in someone else's story. When we listen to others tell their story, it helps us see that we are not alone. Hearing how God worked in their situation gives us hope that He will work in ours, too! I pray that when you hear this testimony, you get the faith and hope to believe that miracles can happen in your situation, too. I pray you know that God is there with you, and if you invite Him into your situation, He can help. I hope you enjoy these testimonies.First is Diane: I run a Christian camp for people who have developmental and physical disabilities, or as I like to say, “diversabilities.” Because isn't that who we all are? We experienced great tragedy in September of 2020 when we lost many of our physical buildings, including our activity spaces, bunkhouses, and gymnasium, in a fire. Many of which had been built in the 1940s.Our campers were devastated. Many have been coming to camp for over 40 years, but without indoor facilities and bunkhouses to serve and host our campers, the future looked bleak. That said, we dutifully signed up for FEMA support to rebuild and began the process of determining eligibility in early 2021.After much prayer and consideration, we made a commitment to continue serving campers someway, somehow. And we were overwhelmed by the blessing of grants, private donations and many volunteers. We cleared our 18-acre property of fire debris, established and activity meadow, purchased 18 beautiful bell tents and opened our gates to 10 campers a week for 6 weeks. We had only a few doors left after the fires and that first year, all activities and meals were outside. Before the fires and COVID we were serving 25 campers a week, but we promised we would do what we could, and God provided everything we needed!Fast forward 4 ½ years and here we are, still providing camp with temporary facilities. We continue to work with FEMA and have only just begun to receive money to begin the process of rebuilding.We were gifted a master plan through the assistance of the Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA) in 2021, and now we are working with an incredible architecture and design firm of which 90% is being paid for through FEMA funds. For us 10% is a significant funding gap, but we trust our Father in heaven to pave a way for us to continue moving forward with rebuilding. If all goes well, we anticipate breaking ground on our new buildings later this year.And finally, to the reason for this long explanation. Our campers love those VBS songs you mention in some of your devos, and I like to re-introduce a few of them every year, so when I read your post this morning, I knew it was time to bring this old chestnut back to our campfire songs, “This little light of mine.” As we rebuild Upward Bound Camp we stand on the firm foundation of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, sharing and rejoicing in His love for all of us!Second is Heather: My story is about meeting my husband at the warehouse we where we worked, marrying him and then losing him to cancer after twelve life changing years of marriage and seven kids later.He came to me one day asking, “is this a pimple?” I said,” No love, you should get that checked.” He wasted no time, and the test came back as Melanoma. Within a year of that diagnosis, he went to be with Jesus.He fought really hard and had a heart of gold the whole way through. He said these words to me towards the end” I am at peace with this.”Those words will stay in my heart always. He loved Jesus so much and trusted him. I believed before I met Doug, but I honestly believe that he was put on this earth to prepare me and the kids spiritually for what was ahead. For things we did not know were going to happen.He served God in many ways, but if not for him I believe our lives would have taken a much different path. With him rooting me in the Catholic faith and me coming to truly believe it, allowed me to have the strength to carry on and keep the kids rooted in their faith.He was an amazing man. I thank you God for blessing us with him if even for a short time. We love you Daddy/ Douglas.Third is Roy: Last night, my family and I were at your concert here in Lincoln. What a beautiful evening of worship! Seeing my family laugh, sing, and worship together was a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness and goodness.Matthew, we met about 15 years ago at a Parenting Simulcast. I was the parenting manager running point that day. It was such a joy to work with you during that event, and I still treasure the memories of that experience.I'm reaching out to tell you how deeply your song, The God Who Stays, has impacted my life. It became an Ebenezer for me during one of the most broken seasons I've ever experienced.In 2014, I left that organization due to downsizing and took over a struggling Bible and youth camp in New England. After six difficult years of ministry, the camp had to close during COVID, and the board dissolved it. I was devastated.It felt like I had failed everyone—including God. After closing the doors and letting the staff go, my wife took our kids away for a weekend and told me, “You need to do business with God.”I went to a place we called “One Tree Hill,” a beautiful hillside at the base of Mount Monadnock, and I listened to The God Who Stays on repeat. I cried like I've never cried before. It was there, in my brokenness, that I encountered Christ in such a profound way.I felt His warmth and embrace, even in the midst of my pain and failure. I was ready to give up leadership entirely, but in that moment, Christ whispered to me: I am not done with you yet. I have been preparing you for what's next.Within 48 hours of that encounter, I connected with the ministry I serve today.  This January, I will celebrate four years stewarding this organization, which serves vulnerable families through foster care, family preservation, and ministry to families impacted by incarceration.These last four years have brought so much healing and restoration. Not only in my ministry but in my marriage and family. My wife and kids (25, 21, and 17) have endured so much over the past 15 years, through four major moves and countless challenges. But God has been faithful. To sit together last night in worship reminded me how far He has carried us. Thank you, Matthew, for allowing God to use your music to minister to so many, including me. The God Who Stays will forever be a reminder of His steadfast love and presence in my life.Thank you all so much for being brave enough to share your stories. I know these stories are going to touch the lives of so many people. www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Will—youth pastor at Ebenezer Church in Saskatoon—for a powerful conversation about how ancient spiritual disciplines are reshaping his youth ministry. This is the kickoff to a special series featuring youth workers and students whose lives have been changed by practicing the way of Jesus.Will shares how challenges early in his ministry led him to rethink how he was engaging with spiritual formation practices. Now, years later, his youth ministry is thriving—not because of hype, but because students are being trained to follow Jesus for life through habits like Sabbath, fasting, prayer, and Scripture engagement.If you've ever wondered how to help your students truly grow, not just attend, this conversation is a must-listen.Learn more about Practicing the Way at their website: practicingtheway.orgHave a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.

Pastor Taylor Shippy - 1 Samuel 7:7-13What is an Ebenezer—and should we have one?In this sermon, we journey to a moment when the prophet Samuel sets up a stone and names it Ebenezer, declaring, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” But this isn't just ancient history—it's an invitation. Pastor Taylor explores how Ebenezers—both shared and personal—help us remember where God has shown up in our lives and renew our trust that He's not done yet. We reflect on the power of spiritual memory, the danger of forgetting, and the grace of a God who meets us again and again.

We serve a God that's conquered sin, death, and the grave!1 Samuel 5:1-4 (NIV)After the Philistines had captured the ark of God, they took it from Ebenezer to Ashdod. Then they carried the ark into Dagon's temple and set it beside Dagon. When the people of Ashdod rose early the next day, there was Dagon, fallen on his face on the ground before the ark of the Lord! They took Dagon and put him back in his place. But the following morning, when they rose, there was Dagon, fallen on his face on the ground before the ark of the Lord! His head and hands had been broken off and were lying on the threshold; only his body remained.--------Sign up for Pillars: A 12 Week Discipleship Journey Building Saints who are STRONG, SMART, and STABLE. ⁠⁠https://weareoneyouth.com/pillars⁠⁠⁠⁠--------Text the We Are One Hotline for prayer needs and all things We Are One: 844-641-8147For bibles, prayer requests, giving, and more, click the link below to get connected ⁠⁠https://weareoneyouth.com/fam⁠⁠If you just accepted Jesus, if you have a prayer request, or you want to know more about us, CLICK THIS LINK! ⁠⁠https://weareoneyouth.com/fam⁠⁠⁠⁠-------Join the We Are One Fam:WEB: ⁠⁠https://weareoneyouth.com⁠⁠​​FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠  / waoyouth​​  ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠  / waoyouth​​  ⁠⁠TIKTOK: ⁠⁠https://vm.tiktok.com/tGmCPB/​​⁠⁠⁠⁠