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Peace the World Can't Give: The Promise of the Holy Spirit – John 14:15–31 In Episode 150 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane finish John 14 with one of Jesus' greatest promises: we will never have to walk alone. As Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure, He promises the coming of the Holy Spirit—the Advocate, Helper, and Teacher who will remain with them and remind them of everything Jesus has taught. Then, in the middle of uncertainty about what comes next, Jesus gives them something the world cannot manufacture: His peace. Together, Jamie and Jane explore what it means to recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit in our everyday lives, how love for Jesus shapes our obedience, and the difference between temporary peace based on circumstances and the lasting peace that comes from Christ. Jesus never promised His followers a life without trouble, questions, or uncertainty. He promised something better: His presence in the middle of it. If your heart has been anxious, overwhelmed, or searching for peace, pull up a chair. John 14 reminds us that we have a Helper, we have His presence, and we have a peace the world cannot give. Reflection Question: Am I looking to my circumstances to give me peace—or am I learning to receive the peace Jesus has already given me? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

It’s easy to lose track of time without realizing where it went. A few minutes on social media becomes an hour, notifications interrupt meaningful conversations, and endless content competes for our attention. Technology can be a helpful tool, but when our phones, screens, and constant stream of information begin controlling our attention, they can quietly pull us away from God, our families, and the people and purposes He has placed in front of us. Ephesians 5:15-16 calls us to walk wisely and make the best use of our time. Redeeming our time doesn't necessarily mean eliminating technology—it means becoming intentional about what receives our attention. When we create space to pray, read Scripture, invest in relationships, and serve others, we begin using our time for something greater than simply staying busy or entertained. God has given us the gift of time, and we can ask Him for the wisdom and self-control to spend it in ways that honor Him and help us live faithfully. Highlights Why smartphones, social media, and constant information can quietly steal our time and attention What Ephesians 5:15-16 means when it calls us to make the best use of our time How technology can become a distraction from God, family, and meaningful relationships Practical ways to develop healthier screen-time habits and greater self-control Why intentional time with God should be protected from digital distractions How fasting from technology can help reset our attention and priorities Encouragement to redeem the time God has given us for His glory and the work He has called us to Want more encouragement throughout your week? Subscribe to The Good Word, LifeAudio’s free weekly newsletter. Sign up at LifeAudio.com/thegoodword Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Redeeming, Not Wasting, Our Time By: Emily Rose Massey Bible Reading: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil” (Ephesians 5:15-16, ESV). As a millennial, I find myself reflecting upon a time before the technological boom we seem to be facing, specifically before AI, smartphones, and social media. I remember taking a walk or riding my bike after school without the anxiety of accidentally leaving my phone at home. I remember the excitement of turning in my disposable camera from the school dance and then looking through my friends’ photo albums when I was hanging out at their house. I remember soaking up the most mundane moments without feeling the need to document them. Some of that could very well be what it was like to be younger, but I cannot ignore how much the simplicity of life has become more complicated and distracted with these portable devices that seem to control us and steal our time. About six months ago, I started to feel convicted about the lack of self-control regarding my screen time with my phone, so I purchased a little device that literally turns your phone into a brick when your phone hovers over it, depending on how much you want to limit its functionality. You can customize specific functions and apps that you want to limit, and for me, it was quite simply shutting down my social media usage. After six months of using this limiting device, I can see how it has helped me create healthier habits that have helped me prioritize my time more wisely. Instead of my phone controlling me, I have been able to start controlling it and using it as the tool that it is. My prayer to the Lord is “I want to be found faithful.” I have asked Him very frequently how I can use my time to glorify Him and be a fruitful disciple of Jesus. The Apostle Paul lovingly warns the church at Ephesus: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil” (Ephesians 5:15-16, ESV). Intersecting Life & Faith: If the days were evil during Paul’s day, they most assuredly are evil today! Although our cellphones, tablets, laptops, etc are not evil, I do believe we need to be cautious as to how much time we are devoting to them. We need to be aware of where we are directing our focus. We need to be attentive to what is capturing our attention that may be causing us to make unwise choices. For me, the distraction from my phone was keeping me from intentional time with my sons and causing me to become captured by covetousness and discontentment with the swath of influencers pushing product after product. As we live in the great information age, we are bombarded with opportunities to fill our time and our minds with so many things that can so easily replace our time of fellowship with the Lord, as well as distract us from the very thing He has called us to do: make disciples! Perhaps you may not have an issue with technology distracting you from the Lord- praise God! Stay strong and be an accountability partner for those around you who are easily pulled away from the things of God because of the ever-increasing information age and the age of social media influencers promoting materialism and vanity. But if you are like me (a stay-at-home/work-from-home mom) and you are finding yourself with limited time to spend with Jesus in prayer and the Word, I challenge you to ask the Lord if there is something you can arrange in your schedule to allow better time management. Also, ask Him if He would like for you to fast (technology, that is), something that could be causing division between you and Him. Devote specific time every day to spend some quiet time in fellowship with God and reading your Bible, without your cellphone or iPad within reach- turn them off during that time and perhaps put a timer on the most-used apps that you access throughout your day. You might just need extra help with self-control, like me! Be thankful for the benefits of the tools and global connections that technology brings us, but don’t allow technology to rob you of your connection to Jesus or distract you from all the blessings He has put right in front of you. We have been given the precious gift of time here on this earth; let’s not waste our time but redeem it all for God’s glory! Further Reading: Matthew 6:33 Hebrews 12:1-2 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What do you do when you deeply desire marriage, but you do not want to miss the beauty of the season you are living right now?In this episode of the Dear Future Husband Podcast, Christian Bevere sits down with Ruth Chou Simons, author of GraceLaced and This Moment Matters, for a tender and honest conversation about longing, waiting, beauty, and learning to live fully in the in-between.Ruth shares wisdom for the woman who wants marriage but is tired of feeling like her life is on pause. Together, Ruth and Christian talk about how to honor the desire for a future relationship without letting that desire become the only thing you live for.What to expect in this episode:How to hold hope for marriage without losing yourself in the waiting Why contentment does not mean pretending you do not have longing How to stop over-romanticizing the future or your current season The beauty of small, faithful moments that shape who you are becoming Encouragement for the woman who feels behind, stuck, or unsure what this season is forWhether you are single, dating, or simply learning how to live with hope while trusting God's timing, this conversation will remind you that this moment matters too.Pray while you wait with Future Husband, Present Prayers and trust God with your love story with the Dear Future Husband Prayer Journal. Discover both at www.christianbevere.com.

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When life gets heavy, options for encouragement are everywhere. But do they actually help, or do they just sound good for a moment? Today, we compare the world's version of encouragement with God's. The truth is, only one of them offers real, lasting hope.Reach out at:unshakenpsalm622@gmail.comChrist the Word Church Sermons - PodcastChurch History by Christ The Word Church - PodcastTruth & Life - PodcastFellow Heirs - Podcast

Learn what a Mulligan is in this short lesson that Joni tells about golf. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

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Have you ever looked at your day and thought, “I know all of this matters… but it cannot all happen at once”? Maybe the house needs attention. School still needs to happen. Someone needs help. Dinner is coming. Messages are waiting. A responsibility you care about keeps getting pushed aside, and whichever choice you make seems to leave something else undone. In this episode, I'm talking about the tension of trying to hold too many important things at once—and the guilt that can come when you know you will not get to all of them. We'll talk about how to think more honestly about what belongs in your hands right now, what may need to wait, and why letting something go for now is not the same as saying it does not matter. I'm not suggesting we avoid hard responsibilities or lower the bar whenever life feels full. It is about discerning what is truly yours to carry in this season, on this day, and in this moment. If you have been feeling torn between too many good and necessary things, this episode will help you think more clearly about what to keep, what to release, and how to move forward with a little more peace. XOXO, Katie

Why do temptations always seem to show up just when we're most determined to grow?In today's episode, host Rachelle Alessi invites us to explore the theme of temptation as we continue our walk through James 1. Together, we'll learn how temptation begins with desire, how God never tempts us, and how His word can strengthen us to overcome any challenge that comes our way. We'll reflect on what it means to stand firm, rely on God's truth, and allow every season, even the hard ones—to deepen our faith.Join us as we pray together, seeking strength and perseverance from God's word, and encouraging each other in our daily walk of devotion.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can now watch our video episodes on YouTube, Apple Podcasts AND Spotify! NEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

ACTS 4:32-37- ALL THINGS IN COMMON - BRIAN SUMNER - 2026ACTS 4:32-37 "Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had all things in common. 33 And with great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was upon them all. 34 Nor was there anyone among them who lacked; for all who were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the proceeds of the things that were sold, 35 and laid them at the apostles' feet; and they distributed to each as anyone had need.36 And Joses, who was also named Barnabas by the apostles (which is translated Son of Encouragement), a Levite of the country of Cyprus, 37 having land, sold it, and brought the money and laid it at the apostles' feet.”To support this channel and partner with Brian in Ministryhttps://www.briansumner.net/support/For more on Brianhttp://www.briansumner.nethttps://www.instagram.com/BRIANSUMNER/https://www.facebook.com/BRIANSUMNEROFFICIALTo listen to Brians Podcast, click below.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Purchase Brians Marriage book at https://www.amazon.com/Never-Fails-Da...Brian is a full time "Urban Missionary" both locally and internationally with a focus on MISSIONS - MARRIAGES - MINISTRY. Since coming to faith in 2004 doors continued opening locally and internationally to do more and more ministry with a focus on Evangelism, Outreach Missions, Marriage, Counsel, Schools, Festivals, Conferences and the like.  Everything about this ministry is made possible because of people personally partnering through the non profit. God Bless and thank you. †Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW

ABOUT SILVERDALE BAPTIST CHURCH Silverdale exists to lead people into an authentic relationship with Christ so they will worship God, grow in their faith, and serve the Lord in our community and world. Silverdale's Lead Pastor is Tony Walliser. FIND US ONLINE Website http://silverdalebc.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/silverdalebcInstagram https://www.instagram.com/silverdalebcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silverdalebc

Steve Gray explores what Jesus meant when He said, “You are the light of the world.” Rather than treating light as simply a metaphor for being a good person, Steve traces the idea of light from Genesis to Revelation, showing that God's light existed before the sun, moon, and stars and ultimately points to the presence and glory of God. That same light was revealed in Jesus, and through Jesus, believers are now called to carry it into the world. Steve also connects this calling with being the “salt of the earth,” emphasizing the responsibility Christians have to preserve biblical truth while bringing God's presence into a darkening culture. Instead of churches becoming more like the world through entertainment and programs, Steve challenges believers to recover prayer, presence, glory, and genuine spiritual influence. The church was never called to blend in with the world. It was called to light it.Key Takeaways:The episode challenges the conventional idea of light, presenting it as a divine essence carried by individuals, not just a physical phenomenon.Steve places emphasis on the idea that many isms (socialism, communism, etc.) are not solely political, but deeply spiritual, affecting the human spirit.The role of believers as the “salt of the earth” is to preserve spiritual truths and clarity amidst the distractions and deceptions of contemporary politics.Discussion on the Genesis narrative suggests that light existed before the sun and stars; this light is synonymous with divine revelation and is embodied in humanity through Jesus.Encouragement for spiritual communities to rediscover their roles as light bearers, prioritizing spiritual influence over mere institutional functions.Looking for more? Join our More Faith More Life community: https://morefaithmorelife.com

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What if someone else is still going because you haven't quit? Leadership, ministry, parenting, mentoring, and simply caring for people can become exhausting—especially when you're giving everything you have and can't see whether it's making a difference. In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards explores perseverance, discouragement, faith, and the power of continuing to show up. Through Gideon's impossible odds, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 10:24, and nearly three decades of Doug's own ministry experience, this episode challenges us to trust God with the results and remember the people standing beside us. In this episode: Why your impact may be bigger than what you can currently see What to do when you're exhausted and tempted to quit Gideon and trusting God when the odds make no sense Galatians 6:9 and not growing tired of doing good Why perseverance isn't meant to happen alone Encouraging youth ministry volunteers and fellow leaders Why someone else may keep going because you did Staying faithful when the harvest isn't visible yet Protecting your family and closest relationships while serving others Trusting God to accomplish what you cannot Whether you're a youth pastor, youth ministry volunteer, teacher, coach, parent, mentor, Christian leader, or someone trying to faithfully invest in the next generation, this conversation is for you. Sometimes your greatest story isn't that you stayed in the fight. It's who stayed in the fight because you were there. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Learn about the words that matter and how what you say to your spouse can shape your connection. | “Encouragement is oxygen to the soul.” —George Adams Is it really possible to rekindle the spark and restore the “like-new” connection in your marriage? Yes it is! In the 6 Pillars of Intimacy, you will discover secrets that have transformed countless marriages. Its ideas are simple, practical, and powerful. You'll be inspired to look at your marriage through a new lens and be encouraged by its commonsense approach. Alisa and Tony DiLorenzo's proven approach to building intimacy in marriage will help you experience deeper and richer levels of intimacy with your spouse – starting today. Click HERE to get your copy today! Links from today's episode: Apply for Marriage Coaching The 6 Pillars of Intimacy® Certified Coaching Program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How much of your life is disappearing into a screen?In this episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi sits down with Mary Catherine Liscinski, Licensed Professional Counsellor, Certified Life Coach, and a specialist certified to treat Digital Addiction involving smartphones, social media, and video games.With more than 13 years of counselling experience, Mary works with teenagers, adults, and families to help them develop healthier relationships with technology and with one another.Together, we explore why screens can be so difficult to put down, how excessive screen time can affect our mental health, communication, relationships, and everyday presence, and what we can actually do to regain control.Mary shares practical ways to create healthier digital boundaries, including spending more time in nature, prioritising face-to-face connection, practising mindfulness, using timers, and becoming more intentional about when and why we reach for our devices.We also discuss parenting in the digital age, her grandmother's wisdom about slowing down and making life about people rather than things, and how Mary's Christian faith influences her approach to healing, connection, and intentional living.This is not a conversation about rejecting technology.It is an invitation to ask whether technology is serving the life you want to live.In This Episode, We Explore:Mary's journey into counselling and life coachingWhat led her to specialise in Digital AddictionWhy smartphones, social media, and video games can be so difficult to disengage fromWarning signs that screen use may be becoming unhealthyHow excessive screen time can affect mental health and relationshipsThe impact of technology on teenagers and familiesRebuilding face-to-face communicationPractical ways to reduce screen timeCreating healthier technology boundaries at homeWhy nature and mindfulness can help us reconnect with ourselvesLiving intentionally in an increasingly digital worldThe role of Christian faith in Mary's workWhy recovery from unhealthy digital habits is possibleChapters00:00 Introduction to Digital Addiction and Counselling05:26 Mary's Journey into Counselling and Coaching08:55 Understanding Digital Addiction11:16 The Addictive Nature of Screens15:27 Reversing the Damage of Digital Addiction21:09 The Role of a Coach in Reducing Screen Time26:17 Finding Balance in a Screen-Dominated World29:03 Living Intentionally in a Digital Age34:21 Integrating Faith into Digital Wellness39:21 Hope and Encouragement for FamiliesWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IPz5gpQTsdk Connect with Mary Catherine LiscinskiLearn more about Mary's work and her upcoming book on Digital Addiction: https://lifewalkcoaching.com/screen-addiction-book/ If this conversation speaks to you, share it with someone who may need it.Subscribe to Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations for more honest conversations about personal growth, purpose, relationships, healing, spirituality, and becoming more fully who we are meant to be.Continue Your JourneyRead CONFESSIONS: A personal invitation to reflection, healing and honest self-discovery: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/confessions-book/Try Aletheia: Receive calm, personalised biblical wisdom for the questions and decisions shaping your life: https://aletheia.mirrortalkpodcast.comAsk Mirror Talk: Share what is on your heart and receive a thoughtful reflection that may help you see your situation more clearly: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Support Mirror TalkThank you for being part of the Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations community.Your rating, review and shared recommendation help more people discover the podcast.You can also support our work and outreach by becoming a Mirror Talk Patreon member: http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk

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Send Us Your Questions/CommentsOne sentence can haunt someone for years, and one sentence can steady them when they feel like quitting. That's why we keep coming back to Proverbs 18:20 to 21 and the hard truth that death and life are in the power of the tongue. On our Monday Reflection Time, we talk candidly about how TJ's message presses us to look inward, because what we say and how we say it is not just a personality trait, it's often a snapshot of the heart. We trace the theme across Scripture, from God creating by speaking to Jesus' warning that our words matter more than we like to admit. We also get practical about modern communication: texts, emails, and posts may not use your literal tongue, but they still carry your words into someone else's day without tone or facial expression. If you have ever hit send while angry and regretted it, you'll feel the urgency of slowing down and choosing speech that builds up. We also highlight a simple habit that can change a church culture and a home: if you see it, say it. Encouragement is not fluff or denial, and it's not being a yes person. It's truthful, serving language that expresses appreciation, strengthens faith, and helps us maintain unity rather than sliding into defensiveness, withdrawal, or estrangement. A striking Francis Schaeffer illustration about recording every word brings the conversation back to accountability and the hope of real transformation through the gospel. If this challenged you, share it with someone who needs a word of life, then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find these weekly reflections. What is one sentence you wish you had said differently, or one encouragement you still remember?New episodes every Mondaywww.lifehousemot.cominfo@lifehousede.comJoin us Sundays at 9 & 11 AMIntro music by Joey Blair

Happy Tuesday! Topics today include Jesus lives in me, just trust Jesus with it, partakers in the ministry, faith over fear, just ask, and more. Janice's books What Do I Have to Lose? Books 1 and 2   are available! The complete set is just $25. Check it out at FaithMusicRadio.com. >> Also, featuring A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler, CW Today with Loretta Walker and The Teacher's Key with Cathy Sandiford.  Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and please share this podcast with your friends so we may be an encouragement to them through the music and programming on Faith Music Radio. Music is brought to you by Faith Music Missions. Learn more here >>> https://www.faithmusicmissions.org Eleven2One Facebook  Eleven2One on Instagram Faith Music Radio is a listener supported Christian station.

What does it really mean to be well? In this episode, Julie begins the Healthy, Whole, and Well series by looking beyond food, exercise, and the number on the scale. She shares why our physical, mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual health are all connected. Instead of trying to change everything at once, Julie invites us to simply pay attention to what God may be showing us about our health, and to care well for the whole life He has entrusted to us. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insights. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.Support us on PayPal!

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Biblical Theology, Episode 10 In today's episode, we're picking back up our biblical theology series as Lauren Bowerman chats with Dr. Eunice Chung about the theme of the River of Life in Scripture. This conversation will leave you in awe of God's Word and will also encourage you if you are in a weary or dry season. We hope that this episode encourages you to satisfy your thirst in God himself as you drink deeply of Jesus—the very River of Life. 01:27  Why Rivers Matter in the Biblical Story 09:56  Rivers, Deliverance, and the Exodus 13:25  Planted Beside Streams of Water 22:43  Jesus Offers Living Water 28:14  The River of Life in Revelation 33:45  Drinking from the River Now 40:00  Encouragement for the Spiritually Dry  42:50  The Hope of Christ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FULL SHOW NOTES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ journeywomen.org/episode/living-water DISCUSSION QUESTIONS How did seeing how the theme of rivers develops throughout Scripture increase your awe and love for God? Was there anything Eunice shared from Scripture that you hadn't noticed before or that surprised you? How did hearing about the picture of eternal hope that we have as Christians encourage you personally? Are you in a season where you feel spiritually dry, weary, or thirsty? How does understanding Jesus as the River of Life specifically encourage you today? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Give⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to Journeywomen Ministries: Journeywomen.org/give  Listen on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a rating & review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

Has your spiritual growth hit a plateau? Amy and I are back with our friends Cesar Delgado and Sam Tenney to share their journeys and the transformative power of honest feedback in spiritual growth. We aren't just talking about surface-level advice; we're getting real about trust, submission, and the beauty of doing life together. I'm sharing how honest, sometimes difficult feedback is actually the fuel that refines your character and sharpens your skills. If you've ever wondered why you aren't growing, this conversation might just be the wake-up call you've been waiting for. You'll hear about the power of personal investment and how biblical insights can completely shift your perspective on your calling. Mentorship isn't about knowing everything - it's about the transformative power of vulnerability. You're not going to know something about your blind spots unless somebody loves you enough to point them out! Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to level up your walk with God. If this episode hit home, I want to see you! Take a screenshot of the episode right now, share it on your IG Stories, and make sure you tag me @biancajuarezofficial. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop a review—it helps us get this message into the hands of more people who need it!  Let's keep growing together.  Love you, B Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Mentorship and Discipleship 02:13 The Personal Journeys of Our Guests 05:05 What True Mentorship Looks Like 07:46 The Role of Trust and Submission 12:11 Honest Feedback as a Growth Tool 16:11 Seasonal Seasons of Mentoring 20:08 The Power of Personal Investment 24:05 Overcoming Challenges in Mentoring 28:05 Different Discipling Methods 32:01 The Impact of Honest Critique 36:05 The Importance of Willingness and Availability 39:52 Trusting God and Leaders 44:01 Encouragement for Mentors and Mentees 47:47 Practical Advice for Aspiring Mentors 52:00 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts Resources & Links Follow Amy Ayala: https://www.instagram.com/amylynnettee/?hl=en Follow Sam Tenney: https://www.instagram.com/samuel_10e/  Follow Cesar Delgado: https://www.instagram.com/cesar_delgado  Bianca's Book: Grit Don't Quit: Developing Resilience And Faith When Giving Up Isn't An Option. https://amzn.to/3MO74OC Bible Study: Grit Don't Quit Bible Study https://www.biancajuaerzofficial.com/gdq All Resources: Learn more about books and other resources from Bianca. https://www.biancajuarezofficial.com/resources Key Takeaways Mentorship is about doing life together: It's more than just a meeting; it's coming alongside others and sharing the journey. Trust and submission are non-negotiable: These aren't "bad" words—they are the foundational pillars of any effective, life-changing mentoring relationship. Feedback is your best friend: Honest critique might sting in the moment, but it's the most powerful tool you have to refine your character and skills. Every journey is unique: Stop comparing your growth to someone else's; your mentoring needs are tailored to your specific calling and season. Support  Subscribe + Leave a Review: Don't miss an episode! Find We're Going There on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Stay Connected: Join the community today. https://www.biancajuarezofficial.com/  WGT Email: podcast@inthenameoflove.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BiancaJuarezOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biancajuarezofficial/  Thank You to Our Sponsors! We're Going There is Sponsored by: HomeChef: Go to HomeChef.com/WGT for 50% OFF your first box and free dessert for life! Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. http://tinyurl.com/WGTHomeChef  BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/GOINGTHERE today to get 10% off. http://tinyurl.com/WGTBetterHelp  Youtube https://youtu.be/as4fsGNBxx4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast by Trinity Fellowship. Join us every week Monday through Thursday for The Biblecast! On The Biblecast we take a deeper dive into God's word. We also love to pray for each other. If you would like to submit a prayer you can do so at Biblecast@tfc.org from wherever you are listening! So I want to encourage you - be ready to grab your hot coffee, grab your hot tea, and let's dive in together to God's Word.

A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler is heard at 11:30 AM Central Time on Faith Music Radio.  Join the Facebook group On a Positive Note to get more words of encouragement from Mrs. Vicky - https://www.facebook.com/groups/171863542874382/

Happy Monday! Deena Talbert  joins Janice and topics today include phones going off in church, God's promises give us hope, menu planning and grocery lists, thanks for the invitation, love is always the appropriate response, salt lessons and more. CHECK OUT SHARI HOUSE'S NEW BOOK! Her Story Silhouettes: Volume 2 is now available for preorder.  Janice's books What Do I Have to Lose? Books 1 and 2   are available! The complete set is just $25. Check it out at FaithMusicRadio.com. Today also features A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler, and CW Today with Loretta Walker and Renewing Your Health with Dana Ellison Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and please share this podcast with your friends so we may be an encouragement to them through the music and programming on Faith Music Radio. Music is brought to you by Faith Music Missions. Learn more here >>> https://www.faithmusicmissions.org Eleven2One Facebook  Eleven2One on Instagram Faith Music Radio is a listener supported Christian station.

God didn't give you a spiritual gift to sit on—He gave it to give away. This week we continue our series on spiritual gifts with two more from Romans 12: encouragement and giving. Whether you're the person who always knows the right thing to say, or the one who quietly looks for ways to be generous, your gift is needed in the church. God gave first, and He invites us to do the same—determined, planned, and cheerful. Whatever your gift is, the King of Kings made you uniquely for it. Use it.

Text: John 4:31-35For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/

Send us Fan MailPastor Sue does a speedrun through Ephesians and Acts 2 to draw out our belonging in Jesus, before landing in what it has meant for her to belong to the Village for 25 years.Support the showPastors Eric, Mark, Susan, Daniel, and other Village leaders open the Scriptures as the witness to God's kingdom breaking into our lives. Scripture gives us more than abstract ideas. It is the Word of God, given to form us, confront us, comfort us, and teach us how to follow Jesus.Each episode invites us to listen and respond. We are learning to understand the Bible more faithfully; we are also learning how to live as God's renewed people.Week by week, our pastors and leaders talk about the practices of Christian discipleship, including prayer, fasting, generosity, Scripture memory, worship, and life together. These practices belong to a whole life formed around Jesus.The podcast also speaks to ordinary places where faith is lived; our relationships, finances, habits, struggles, joys, and decisions. The gospel speaks to what we believe. It also teaches us how to live in the present age as people who belong to the kingdom of God.The Village Churchvillagersonline@gmail.comMore information at www.villagersonline.com

A faithful steward is a person who manages another person's property, money, or resources with care, honesty, and trust. In a spiritual sense, it means using your life, time, and money to honor God, who owns everything.Support the showhttp://www.gwafgbc.org http://www.gwafgbc.org/storehttp://www.gwafgbc.org/givehttps://vimeo.com/manage/videos

In this message, Pastor Baker teaches young people according to Psalm 119:16.   Other Important Sites Our website:  https://www.beatrendsetter.com Our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/aportrendsetters  Encouragement for young people - https://www.primetimefaith.com  Productive Living Podcast - https://goo.gl/k9Vcqg 

Encouragement as you walk with God and fight sin each day.

What can we learn from the conclusion of a letter? Over 2 Thessalonians 3:13-18, we see Paul encouraging the saints to press on in Christ. He directs them to not grow weary in doing, to submit to divine authority, and to live in peace knowing the Lord of peace is with them. In these verses, we are reminded of rich and practical encouragements that direct us toward faithfulness in the Lord.

Today, don't wait for a tragedy to start showing love to one another. Step out and do it today! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Welcome! We Are Glad You Are Here!Today we are in Hebrews 13:5-7Closing EncouragementsFollow along in the following verses in order of presentationExodus 20:17, Hebrews 13:5–7, 1 Timothy 6:10, Matthew 13, Luke 8, Mark 4:18–20, Proverbs 15:27, Proverbs 23:4–5, 1 Timothy 6:6–8, John 4:7–14, Matthew 10:29–31, Matthew 6:31–34, Hebrews 13:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:12, Acts 20:28, Ephesians 4:11–13, 2 Corinthians 1:24, Revelation 2:6, Luke 22:24–27, 1 Peter 5:1–4, Hebrews 13:20–21

Newcastle United head to the Capital to face Spurs on Saturday. Ross Gregory and Andrew Musgrove preview the clash, and talk about the remainder of the transfer window and what it may look like for Newcastle. *** Download ⁠SAILY⁠ in your app store and use our code EIBAW at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to ⁠⁠https://saily.com/eibaw⁠⁠ *** EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ ⁠⁠https://nordvpn.com/toon⁠⁠ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler is heard at 11:30 AM Central Time on Faith Music Radio.  Join the Facebook group On a Positive Note to get more words of encouragement from Mrs. Vicky - https://www.facebook.com/groups/171863542874382/

Happy Friday! Topics today include peace in Christ, waiting differently, confessing our faults one to another, the benefits in prayer from confessing our faults, learning more about Faith Music Missions and more.  Janice's books What Do I Have to Lose? Books 1 and 2   are available NOW!! The complete set is just $25. Check it out at FaithMusicRadio.com. Today also features A Word of Encouragement with Vicky Mutchler and  CW Today with Loretta Walker.  Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and please share this podcast with your friends so we may be an encouragement to them through the music and programming on Faith Music Radio. Music is brought to you by Faith Music Missions. Learn more here >>> https://www.faithmusicmissions.org Eleven2One Facebook  Eleven2One on Instagram Faith Music Radio is a listener supported Christian station.

Untangling America's Socialist Fever and Fear   Host Curtis Chang and Good Faith "founding friend" David French ask whether democratic socialism is your grandparents' socialism, the left's answer to MAGA, or something more sinister. They unpack what Christians should make of its growing influence by exploring the DSA, economic inequality, America's national debt, the influence of Big Tech, and why Christians who feel politically homeless still have an obligation to stay engaged.   00:44 - Introduction to Democratic Socialism 02:19 - Can We Define a Democratic Socialist? 04:04 - Should Socialism Scare Us? 08:39 - Is the DSA the Left's MAGA? 17:38 - The Electoral Risk of Extremism 21:21 - Is There a Theological Take on Socialism? 25:19 - Has Debt Seized the Means of Production? 28:45 - Policy Must Be Effective, Not Just Well-Intentioned 33:13 - The Role of Economics in Moral Reasoning 34:19 - The Homeless Political Middle 36:43 - The Legitimate Grievances Fueling Extremism  42:08 - Socialism and the Threat of Big Tech 43:52 - The Presumption of Socialism and Economic Freedom 47:13 - Encouragement for the Politically Homeless   To give to Good Faith: https://goodfaith.org/donate   Mentioned in This Episode: Ten Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Arguments for Socialism and Why They're Wrong (CATO Institute) Hasan Piker: What You Need to Know (Anti-Defamation League) Pope Leo XIII's Rerum Novarum (the basis for solidarity and subsidiarity) Congressional Budget Office: the federal debt / long-term budget outlook What is the Federal Debt right now? (Peter G. Peterson Foundation) Noah Smith: No one knows how much the government can borrow David French's How Can America Be So Miserable When It's So Rich? Starlink in the Russian-Ukrainian war More about labor leader Eugene Debs More about 20th Century economist Friedrich August Hayek   Scriptures: Proverbs 22:7 (ESV) 1 Kings 19:18 (ESV) Romans 11:4 (ESV)   More From David French: David French's New York Times pieces HERE Follow David French on Threads   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.  

How do we find the true rest our souls need in the most pressing seasons of life? What does it look like to stay grounded in who we are when the needs around us feel constant and consuming?Author Jess Ronne knows this reality deeply. As a mother caring for her special needs son into adulthood, she has experienced the kind of depletion that can come with long-term caregiving. Like many caregivers, Jess discovered that traditional ideas of self-care often aren't enough when life is this demanding. What she needed was something deeper—what she calls rest care: intentional renewal for the soul, mind, and body.She explores this kind of rest in her book, Caregiving with Grit and Grace: 100 Days of Hope and Encouragement, offering honest reflection and hope for those walking similar paths.In this episode, Davey and Jess talk about the unique challenges caregiving families face, especially as care extends into adulthood, the vital role community plays in sustaining caregivers, and how to rediscover your identity in the midst of caring for others.If you are responsible for the ongoing care of someone in your life, this conversation will remind you that it is not only okay—but necessary—to receive the rest your soul needs in order to keep showing up with love, strength, grit and grace. Website: www.jessronne.com thelucasproject.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessplusthemess Books: Caregiving with Grit and Grace: 100 Days of Hope and Encouragement – Wisdom and Refreshment for Every Season of Lifehttps://amzn.to/4uAlWmv Blended with Grit and Grace: Just Keep Livin' When Life Is Unexpectedhttps://amzn.to/3Mnjr72 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ask, Believe, Dream Bigger: The Greater Things Jesus Promised – John 14:12–14 In Episode 149 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane slow down and dive into just three powerful verses—John 14:12–14—where Jesus makes an astonishing promise about faith, prayer, and the “greater works” His followers will do. What did Jesus mean when He said, “Whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these”? And what do we do with His invitation to “ask me for anything in my name”? Together, Jamie and Jane explore the difference between dreaming with God and simply asking Him to bless our plans. They talk about bold prayers, surrendered dreams, expectations, and what it means to believe that God can accomplish more through our lives than we could ever manufacture on our own. Maybe we've been praying too safely. Maybe we've allowed disappointment to shrink what we're willing to ask God for. John 14 invites us to believe again, ask boldly, dream with God—and remember that ultimately, it is all for the glory of the Father. Reflection Question: Have I allowed fear, disappointment, or past unanswered prayers to make my prayers smaller—and what might God be inviting me to ask Him for again? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Today, I sit down to talk about if our faith is firm enough to weather trends and culture, and some ways to ensure that it is.  Christianity is honestly trending right now. It's kinda popular. BUT Christians are called, in the Bible, to be prepared for push back and persecution.  How can we be sure our faith isn't just trendy but is sure? Are we as Christian women spending time with Him? Are we remembering all He's done for us? Are we growing an actual relationship based on truth? Are we practicing taking up our cross? And then I have the CUTEST story to share about my kiddo that reminded me that the seeds I am sowing MATTER. (HINT: It's about prayer) LINKS: Daily Grace Co SALE (Use code MEGANE10 for an extra 10% off!): thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This special “Best Of” episode is packed with some of our favorite encouragement for living out your faith with more purpose, joy, and courage. Willie Robertson reminds us that sharing the Gospel is something all of us get to be part of, while Priscilla Shirer brings so much freedom from the pressure of doing it all by encouraging us to embrace what God has actually called us to in this season. Annie Downs gets real about growing in wisdom, courage, and everyday obedience, and Jonathan Pokluda brings practical truth about prayer, trusting God through things we don't understand, and letting small acts of faithfulness grow deep roots over time. Link to the 2026 LO Conference livestream tickets: https://k6hu9k.viewcastle.tv/ http://primallypure.com - Get 15% off your order when you use code WHOA at checkout! https://article.com/whoa - Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more! https://savanutrition.com - Get 15% off your order when you use code WHOA at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When your spouse dies, you experience a new level of grief. How can you lament in ways that honor the Lord? Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth shares lessons she learned in the months immediately following her husband's homegoing.As our thanks for your gift of any amount this month:Finding Beauty in Every Season."Finding Beauty in Every System: 30 Reflections to Start Your Day" invites women to begin each morning with quiet encouragement, biblical truth, and reminders of God's faithfulness through every season of life.Give today

In this episode, Professor AG takes us along for her birthday trip to Miami and shares the unexpected lessons that came from simply being open to the moments around her. She talks about embracing how differently everyone lives, letting go of the pressure to have everything figured out, and the reminder that sometimes the best things happen in ways we never could have planned. This episode is all about trusting the process, staying curious, and knowing that life has a funny way of working itself out.MY APP IS HERE!!Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Announcements01:13 The Power of Surrender and Trusting the Universe02:04 Sharing a Miami Trip and Personal Insights05:37 The Magic of Unexpected Encounters08:06 Stories of Love, Loss, and Success13:55 Lessons from a Handbag Designer's Journey16:47 The Universe Creates Opportunities When You Least Expect21:50 Embracing Uncertainty and Trusting Your Path26:49 Book Recommendations and Personal Growth29:12 Everyone is Human and Fumbles Their Way to Success30:51 The Power of Letting Go and Living in the Present32:05 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for the JourneyKeywords: personal growth, trusting the universe, life stories, manifestation, self-developmentWhat is AGU? After launching an energy work practice rooted in the Akashic Records, AG uncovered so much information that she needs the world to hear! It's her duty and personal mission to help people get in touch with their intuition and energetic gifts, and ultimately become the brightest and boldest version of themselves! This is your official acceptance letter: WELCOME TO AG UNIVERSITY! Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.AG's Energetic Protection CoursesAG's Book Club How To Read The Akashic Records CourseSign up for the newsletter if you are interested in doing a reading with Anna Grace, or learning more about her energy work practice. Sessions will ONLY become available here - her booking link will never be shared on any other platforms: Sign up hereIf you aren't already - you can connect with AG on Instagram and TikTok: @annagracenewell and @aguniversityapp 

To change things up from a typical re-run, our team has put together “deep dive” episodes on specific topics or themes, pulling key moments from relevant episodes and bringing them together for one comprehensive listening experience. What do you do when faith feels hard, when you're wrestling with doubt, unanswered prayers, or disappointment with God? Jackie, Preston, and a number of their podcast guests have words of encouragement to speak over you. If you feel weary or like you're struggling to believe God is good, we hope these clips from past episodes will provide reassurance to keep going. Today's Deep Dive features content from four past episodes: When Christianity Gets Hard (August 2025) – https://youtu.be/kUdSyOhX-Nc How to Wrestle with God with Lisa Fields (August 2024) – https://youtu.be/KwTKOItm3Wo Infertility and Finding God After Unanswered Prayer with Jennifer Lucy Tyler (October 2025) A Conversation About Anxiety with Blair Linne – https://youtu.be/Axt75sjBXA4 This Episode is Sponsored By: Https://fieldofgreens.com — Get 20% off with promo code PERRY With The Perrys is a podcast where biblical truth meets honest conversation. Join Preston Perry and Jackie Hill Perry as they discuss theology, relationships, parenting, culture, and the everyday realities of following Jesus. With humor, transparency, and a deep commitment to Scripture, each episode aims to point listeners back to Christ, deepen their understanding of God's Word, and encourage faithful obedience in every area of life. Subscribe to the newsletter: ⁠https://withtheperrys.myflodesk.com/zhfus4jx1s⁠ Follow Preston: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/preston_n_perry/⁠ Follow Jackie: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jackiehillperry/⁠ Follow The Perrys: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/withtheperrys/⁠ Join Preston's discipleship community for men: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/PrestonPerry/membership⁠ Shop BOLD Apparel: ⁠https://boldapparel.shop/⁠ ⁠withtheperrys.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices