Podcasts about equipping

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 19 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: August 3, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 16:15-23 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 16:15–23 in a message titled "A True Friend and a Traitor." As Absalom enters Jerusalem and Ahithophel offers his counsel, Hushai remains behind as David's faithful friend, risking everything to serve God's greater purpose. This dramatic chapter contrasts loyalty with betrayal, revealing the wisdom of faithful obedience and the devastating consequences of selfish ambition. Pastor Michael unpacks how God works through the faithfulness of His people, even in the midst of deception and political intrigue, reminding believers that true friendship is marked by steadfast love, courage, and commitment to God's will. This encouraging teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and integrity, applying God's truth to your relationships and remaining faithful to Christ in every circumstance. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Scripture is not one authority among many. It is the authority. We continued Hagios Biblios with The Sufficiency of Scripture, grounding ourselves in the truth that God's Word is the believer's final standard, inspired, inerrant, and sufficient for everything that concerns faith and life. Every other voice, tradition, or teaching must be brought before it and tested against what it says.The Five Solas of the Reformation are as clarifying today as they were then. Grace alone. Faith alone. Christ alone. Scripture alone. To the glory of God alone. Creation can point us to the existence of God, but it is only in the Scriptures that we find His plan of salvation through Christ laid out in full. Nothing needs to be added, and nothing can replace it.Hit play and share this episode with someone who needs to be anchored again to the only source that never shifts.

Peter presents the Christian life as custom masonry. He paints a picture of believers as living stones -- shaped by pressure, fitted by grace, and assembled with purpose. Horizon's facility echoes this image; its fieldstone exterior emphasizes that suffering is not waste but craftsmanship. As Christ-followers, our faith is built on Christ the Cornerstone, who creates us as his “Bespoke Stonework.” Join Horizon at the Equipping Services for this verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter, as we understand ourselves to be God's intentional, hand-hewn formations.

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Eph. 6:10-18

The Apostle Paul reminds us in Hebrews to remember those suffering persecution as though suffering with them.  Judd Saul, award‑winning documentary filmmaker and founder, Equipping the Persecuted and TruthNigeria.com shares how you can tangibly support your Nigerian brothers and sisters today! 

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 19 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: July 31, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 16:15-23 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 16:15–23 in a message titled "A True Friend and a Traitor." As Absalom enters Jerusalem and Ahithophel offers his counsel, Hushai remains behind as David's faithful friend, risking everything to serve God's greater purpose. This dramatic chapter contrasts loyalty with betrayal, revealing the wisdom of faithful obedience and the devastating consequences of selfish ambition. Pastor Michael unpacks how God works through the faithfulness of His people, even in the midst of deception and political intrigue, reminding believers that true friendship is marked by steadfast love, courage, and commitment to God's will. This encouraging teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and integrity, applying God's truth to your relationships and remaining faithful to Christ in every circumstance. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

This week’s episode of the Prison Pulpit begins with a deep dive into an article written by a Chinese pastor about his experiences answering two Chinese objections to Christianity: is it all about money? And is Christianity a foreign religion? He eventually boils down his response to one final thought: it's not whether Christ is Chinese, but that China belongs to Christ! Then we talk about praying for China, and I share a related story from my first visit (23 years ago) to Yanchi (Salt Lake) in north central China. I'm your China travel guide in exile, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share a new Chinese city to pray for every single day. Feel free to email anytime: chinacompass @ privacyport.com. Check out PrayGiveGo.us for everything else, incl. Patreon, Substack & books… The Memoirs of William Milne (PrayGiveGo.us) The Autobiography of John G. Paton (JohnGPaton.com) Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary (BordenofYale.com) Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China (Unbeaten.vip) Why the Prison Pulpit? The goal is to remind people to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches: “Remember those who are in prison, as bound with them.” We’ve looked at Wang Yi and Early Rain Church’s writings in the aftermath of their arrest and attack in 2018, but I’ve also regularly turned to other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand, to give us a voice literally from prison. (Here you’ll find some free PDF books by Richard Wurmbrand: https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.org/) Is Your Christianity Chinese? https://chinapartnership.org/blog/2025/12/is-your-christianity-chinese/ Pray for China Cities of the Week (July 27-Aug 2): https://chinacall.substack.com/p/pray-for-china-july-27-aug-2-2026 Story Time: I had a memorable visit to Yanchi (Salt Lake) way back during my first few months in China in the early summer of 2003, which included roaming the arid alleyways in pitch black darkness (literally couldn’t see my own feet), leaving small packets/portions of God’s Word on hundreds of doorsteps and in many a bicycle basket all over the little town. Equipping and Encouraging the Persecuted Chinese Church Strategic project to equip China's underground church. Sponsor a Chinese Pastor/Evangelist for $1000! Contact me (bfwesten AT gmail dot com) Or donate directly at: MCI3.org Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe & leave a review on your preferred podcast platform! And don’t forget to visit PrayGiveGo.us for books + Heb. 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 18 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: July 30, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:24-16:14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:24–16:14 in a message titled "Persevering Through Trials." As David continues fleeing from Absalom, he faces painful losses, uncertain circumstances, and personal attacks, yet repeatedly chooses to trust the Lord rather than take matters into his own hands. Through David's interactions with Zadok, Hushai, Ziba, and Shimei, this passage reveals the importance of humility, discernment, and unwavering faith in the midst of adversity. Pastor Michael unpacks these powerful truths to encourage you to persevere through life's trials with confidence in God's sovereign plan, knowing that He is at work even in the most difficult seasons. This encouraging teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with endurance and hope, faithfully applying God's truth to your everyday challenges and trusting Him every step of the way. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

This week’s episode of the Prison Pulpit begins with a deep dive into an article written by a Chinese pastor about his experiences answering two Chinese objections to Christianity: is it all about money? And is Christianity a foreign religion? He eventually boils down his response to one final thought: it's not whether Christ is Chinese, but that China belongs to Christ! Then we talk about praying for China, and I share a related story from my first visit (23 years ago) to Yanchi (Salt Lake) in north central China. I'm your China travel guide in exile, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share a new Chinese city to pray for every single day. Feel free to email anytime: chinacompass @ privacyport.com. Check out PrayGiveGo.us for everything else, incl. Patreon, Substack & books… The Memoirs of William Milne (PrayGiveGo.us) The Autobiography of John G. Paton (JohnGPaton.com) Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary (BordenofYale.com) Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China (Unbeaten.vip) Why the Prison Pulpit? The goal is to remind people to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches: “Remember those who are in prison, as bound with them.” We’ve looked at Wang Yi and Early Rain Church’s writings in the aftermath of their arrest and attack in 2018, but I’ve also regularly turned to other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand, to give us a voice literally from prison. (Here you’ll find some free PDF books by Richard Wurmbrand: https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.org/) Is Your Christianity Chinese? https://chinapartnership.org/blog/2025/12/is-your-christianity-chinese/ Pray for China Cities of the Week (July 27-Aug 2): https://chinacall.substack.com/p/pray-for-china-july-27-aug-2-2026 Story Time: I had a memorable visit to Yanchi (Salt Lake) way back during my first few months in China in the early summer of 2003, which included roaming the arid alleyways in pitch black darkness (literally couldn’t see my own feet), leaving small packets/portions of God’s Word on hundreds of doorsteps and in many a bicycle basket all over the little town. Equipping and Encouraging the Persecuted Chinese Church Strategic project to equip China's underground church. Sponsor a Chinese Pastor/Evangelist for $1000! Contact me (bfwesten AT gmail dot com) Or donate directly at: MCI3.org Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe & leave a review on your preferred podcast platform! And don’t forget to visit PrayGiveGo.us for books + Heb. 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

Message: 18 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: July 29, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:24-16:14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:24–16:14 in a message titled "Persevering Through Trials." As David continues fleeing from Absalom, he faces painful losses, uncertain circumstances, and personal attacks, yet repeatedly chooses to trust the Lord rather than take matters into his own hands. Through David's interactions with Zadok, Hushai, Ziba, and Shimei, this passage reveals the importance of humility, discernment, and unwavering faith in the midst of adversity. Pastor Michael unpacks these powerful truths to encourage you to persevere through life's trials with confidence in God's sovereign plan, knowing that He is at work even in the most difficult seasons. This encouraging teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with endurance and hope, faithfully applying God's truth to your everyday challenges and trusting Him every step of the way. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 18 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: July 28, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:24-16:14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:24–16:14 in a message titled "Persevering Through Trials." As David continues fleeing from Absalom, he faces painful losses, uncertain circumstances, and personal attacks, yet repeatedly chooses to trust the Lord rather than take matters into his own hands. Through David's interactions with Zadok, Hushai, Ziba, and Shimei, this passage reveals the importance of humility, discernment, and unwavering faith in the midst of adversity. Pastor Michael unpacks these powerful truths to encourage you to persevere through life's trials with confidence in God's sovereign plan, knowing that He is at work even in the most difficult seasons. This encouraging teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with endurance and hope, faithfully applying God's truth to your everyday challenges and trusting Him every step of the way. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Robby Gallety challenges listeners to put Jesus' disciple-making mandate into practice, arguing believers cannot expect the blessings of Jesus' ministry while ignoring his method. He outlines two core problems—many churchgoers don't know the Great Commission and don't know where to begin—and presents a practical model rooted in Scripture: worship, life groups, D‑groups, and mission. Research on Bible engagement and group discipleship supports the approach. The episode ends with a call to equip everyday believers to make disciples who make disciples, following Jesus' inspired method and empowering lasting spiritual growth. Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 17 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: July 27, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:1-23 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:1–23 in a message titled "Conspiracy & Betrayal." As Absalom secretly wins the hearts of the people and launches a rebellion against his father, King David is forced to flee Jerusalem in the face of heartbreaking betrayal. This powerful passage reveals the destructive nature of pride, ambition, and deception, while also highlighting David's humility and trust in God during one of the darkest seasons of his life. Pastor Michael unpacks these timeless lessons, encouraging believers to remain faithful when relationships are strained, leadership is challenged, and circumstances seem uncertain. This compelling teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with steadfast faith, wisdom, and confidence in God's sovereign care, applying His truth to every trial and trusting Him to lead you through seasons of hardship. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Principle 26 – Matthew, Equipping Leaders    Matthew 9:37-10:15    To carry out the Great Commission effectively, spiritual leaders must equip others to assist them who in turn will multiply this process in the lives of others.           NEW! - Let us know what you think of the program! Support the show

The 27 books of the New Testament did not land in our hands by accident. We continued Hagios Biblios with Canon of Scripture, exploring why the Church recognised exactly these writings as the ones to be read, translated, and upheld as the standard for apostolic doctrine. As false writings began to circulate and persecution threatened to wipe out Christian literature, the Church did not panic. She carefully preserved and affirmed what God had inspired.From the very latter half of the first century, believers were already drawing clear lines between the authentic writings of the apostles and everything that fell short. That discernment was not arbitrary. It was Spirit-led, historically grounded, and it is the reason we can hold the New Testament today with full confidence that what we have is exactly what God intended us to have. Hit play and share this episode with someone who needs a deeper confidence in the book they are building their life on.

True prayer does not begin with the right words or the right posture. It begins with a surrendered heart. Pastor Nelson brought a powerful charge that cut through every surface level understanding of prayer and landed on what it actually is: the place where our hearts stop insisting on their own way and come into full alignment with the will of God.In that place of surrender, something happens. God takes what is weak and trades it for His strength. He gives grace to walk in obedience that we could never manufacture on our own. As we draw near, He hears. He answers. He moves on people and circumstances through the prayers of the righteous in ways that defy every natural explanation.Hit play and share this episode with someone who needs to be called back to the place of prayer. 

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Peter presents the Christian life as custom masonry. He paints a picture of believers as living stones -- shaped by pressure, fitted by grace, and assembled with purpose. Horizon's facility echoes this image; its fieldstone exterior emphasizes that suffering is not waste but craftsmanship. As Christ-followers, our faith is built on Christ the Cornerstone, who creates us as his “Bespoke Stonework.” Join Horizon at the Equipping Services for this verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter, as we understand ourselves to be God's intentional, hand-hewn formations.

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Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Eph. 6:14 The sermon emphasizes the necessity for believers to recognize that their primary conflict is spiritual rather than physical, urging them to rely on divine strength instead of human resources. It focuses on Ephesians 6, specifically highlighting the first components of God's armor: truth and righteousness as essential defenses against the deceptions of Satan. The preacher uses the analogy of military weaponry to illustrate that Christians must actively study and apply Scripture to effectively resist spiritual attacks. Obedience to God's word is presented as the practical means of putting on righteousness, which protects the believer's heart from evil influences. Ultimately, the message calls for personal responsibility in maintaining spiritual readiness through faith and prayer to withstand the wiles of the devil.

When a leader says, “Our marketing isn't working,” most people immediately start changing tactics. Dave Mastovich believes the real problem usually begins much earlier: the company has never clearly defined what “working” actually means. How do you cut through ambiguity, align your leadership team, and build marketing that drives authentic, measurable growth? Dave believes the answer starts with clarity around your story, your target audience, and the reasons your customers choose you. In this episode of Insight Out, I sit down with Dave Mastovich, founder of MASSolutions and author of No Bullshit Marketing. Dave has helped organizations ranging from $3 million businesses to $13 billion companies strengthen their marketing, leadership, and growth strategies. His experience includes helping UPMC grow from under $1 billion to $10 billion in just three years. Throughout our conversation, Dave explains why leadership teams often give completely different answers when asked what makes their company unique, and how that lack of alignment creates confusion throughout the organization. He breaks down the difference between your company's “why” and your customer's “why,” showing why both are essential to building a message that truly resonates. Dave also reveals the six right-fit target markets most businesses overlook, why referral marketing should be treated as a repeatable system rather than a passive source of leads, and how asking referral partners one simple question can expose whether they truly understand your business. We explore why ambiguity quietly breeds mediocrity, how companies can equip referral sources with better stories, and why marketing and sales should be treated as distinct disciplines. Dave also shares a practical framework leaders can begin using immediately to simplify their messaging, improve their marketing effectiveness, and build more authentic growth. Join us as we explore how clarity, simplicity, and a no-bullshit approach can transform your marketing, your leadership, and your company culture. In this episode, we discuss: [00:00] Dynamic intro[02:23] What Dave looks for when marketing isn't working[03:56] Why leaders can't articulate their unique advantage[06:53] The six right-fit target markets almost every company neglects[09:08] Qualitative research, quantitative data, and the 80/20 rule[11:05] Where ambiguity quietly destroys growth inside a company[13:05] Why referral marketing is rarely treated as a real system[15:07] Building a referral system[19:00] Equipping referral sources with a ready inventory of stories[19:51] Real-world examples of what works[20:25] The question that exposes weak referral relationships: “How do you describe us?”[22:13] Dave's story: the referral that went sideways and the follow-up call that saved it[27:38] The two whys: your reason for being vs. your customer's reason for buying[30:46] The core principles behind No Bullshit Marketing[33:09] Why marketing and sales are different disciplines, not one job[37:30] The top three ways to make your marketing more effective[40:50] The three types of feedback every leader eventually hears[43:00] How to tell when your story already exists but hasn't been told yet[45:09] How organizational structure affects marketing success[50:25] The undue power of the salesperson[47:54] Where to find Dave and work with him Notable Quotes [02:52] “Until they can nail down what they define as marketing is working, we really can't tell them whether it is or it isn't.” – Dave Mastovich [04:15] “The way we prove that they don't have that answer is we ask it individually of the leadership team... rarely are they identical.” – Dave Mastovich [05:40] “Meaning doesn't come from what we as leaders intend. It comes from what our audiences interpret.” – Dave Mastovich [11:02] “Ambiguity breeds mediocrity most often in our personal communication with each other in an organization.” – Dave Mastovich [17:39] “Perfect is the enemy of good... just start putting stuff on the board, start writing stuff out, start analyzing data.” – Dave Mastovich [20:25] “You have to ask the question: ‘How do you describe us?' And the first thing that's gonna happen is a long, lengthy pause.” – Dave Mastovich [35:15] “Marketing and culture are the two effectiveness functions in an organization, which is why they're typically the two most frustrating functions.” – Dave Mastovich [38:04] “Less is more and simple is better with your story... be able to say that in a short amount of words.” – Dave Mastovich [50:42] “Hardly any business goes with them... we're all afraid of it, but the reality is not nearly as much goes with the salesperson.” – Dave Mastovich Resources and Links Dave Mastovich Website: https://massolutions.biz/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmmastovichPodcast: NO BULL$H!# MarketingBook: No Bullsh!t Marketing Billy Samoa Saleebey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/Email: billy@podify.com and saleebey@gmail.com Insight Out Website: https://www.insightoutshow.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 17 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: July 24, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:1-23 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:1–23 in a message titled "Conspiracy & Betrayal." As Absalom secretly wins the hearts of the people and launches a rebellion against his father, King David is forced to flee Jerusalem in the face of heartbreaking betrayal. This powerful passage reveals the destructive nature of pride, ambition, and deception, while also highlighting David's humility and trust in God during one of the darkest seasons of his life. Pastor Michael unpacks these timeless lessons, encouraging believers to remain faithful when relationships are strained, leadership is challenged, and circumstances seem uncertain. This compelling teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with steadfast faith, wisdom, and confidence in God's sovereign care, applying His truth to every trial and trusting Him to lead you through seasons of hardship. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Not every theological disagreement carries the same weight. We explored the concept of theological triage, understanding that some issues sit at the very core of the faith, and the deity of Christ is one of them. To have biblical salvation, you must believe in the biblical Jesus. Nothing can hold the chief place in our lives other than Him, and sophistication must never be allowed to quietly displace the Jesus of Scripture.The creeds were not invented to complicate the faith. They were forged to defend and preserve it. The Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed both anchor us to the truth that Jesus is uniquely begotten, eternally the Son of God, fully God and fully man, and that the incarnation is not a footnote to the Christian faith. It is the heart of it. What makes His life and death unlike anything else in history is precisely who He is. Hit play and share this episode with someone who needs to be grounded in the Jesus the Bible actually reveals.

Being Pentecostal is not about adding experience on top of the Bible. It is about pursuing the biblical experience the Word of God already promises. The Holy Ghost is not denominational, and what He offers is not a trickle. We have come to a river of endless supply, and the demands of God on our lives cannot be met by moral discipline alone. It takes the enabling of the Holy Spirit.The gifts have not ceased because the need has not ceased. People still require edification, exhortation, and comfort, and it is the Spirit who makes alive what no amount of human effort can sustain. The way we love the Lord is not youthful energy or religious routine. It is the work of the Spirit in us, and anyone who has truly encountered Him will never be satisfied with anything less than His continued work in their heart and their day.Hit play and share this episode with someone who is ready to stop settling and start pursuing everything the Spirit has made available to them.

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 17 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: July 23, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 15:1-23 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 15:1–23 in a message titled "Conspiracy & Betrayal." As Absalom secretly wins the hearts of the people and launches a rebellion against his father, King David is forced to flee Jerusalem in the face of heartbreaking betrayal. This powerful passage reveals the destructive nature of pride, ambition, and deception, while also highlighting David's humility and trust in God during one of the darkest seasons of his life. Pastor Michael unpacks these timeless lessons, encouraging believers to remain faithful when relationships are strained, leadership is challenged, and circumstances seem uncertain. This compelling teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with steadfast faith, wisdom, and confidence in God's sovereign care, applying His truth to every trial and trusting Him to lead you through seasons of hardship. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 16 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: July 22, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 14 in a message titled "The Best Laid Plans." As Joab orchestrates a plan to bring Absalom back to Jerusalem, we see how human strategies, though well-intentioned, can fall short when they bypass true repentance, justice, and reconciliation. This chapter reminds us that lasting restoration cannot be accomplished through manipulation or appearances but must be grounded in God's truth and His ways. Pastor Michael unpacks the wisdom found in this passage, encouraging believers to trust God's timing and resist the temptation to force outcomes according to their own plans. This insightful teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and patience, applying God's truth to your relationships, decisions, and daily walk as you learn to depend on His perfect plan rather than your own. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text!Did you know that when flamingos are caring for their young, the pink color in their feathers fades away?  It isn't until they stop the nurturing cycle with their young that they can, in fact, regain their pink! The same is often true of us as women. Life Coach, Jan Woodruff, sat down with us to share her journey of restoring her vibrance, her daily declarations, and having the courage to start before you feel “ready.”  You may reach Jan at jan@yournewnature.com or find her on instagram @ janniemax12 Elizabeth Pehrson created The Exchange in 2015. The Exchange is a monthly event     for ALL adult women. Women who work outside the home. And women who work in the home. Women who are single. And women who are married. Women who are moms. Women who are grand-moms. No matter what season of life you are in, The Exchange is here to inspire you to live life ON PURPOSE and WITH INTENTION.The Exchange is a non-profit that provides an environment for women to hear practical advice from topics Elizabeth has read and life lessons she has learned, and is currently learning. Equipping us to become better women tomorrow than we are today. And to ultimately use that to pour back into those around us. Tickets and info: theexchangeus.orgfollow us on instagram: theexchangeusfollow us on Facebook: the exchange cumming

Ben Tasker, a nationally recognized leader in AI education and workforce transformation, discusses how manufacturers can move from anxiety about AI to measurable impact. Ben shares strategies for building AI fluency, rethinking upskilling and taking a systems-based approach rather than chasing tools. The conversation covers practical use cases for AI on the manufacturing floor, why responsible change management is critical and how human skills remain invaluable in this new era.

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 16 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: July 21, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 14 in a message titled "The Best Laid Plans." As Joab orchestrates a plan to bring Absalom back to Jerusalem, we see how human strategies, though well-intentioned, can fall short when they bypass true repentance, justice, and reconciliation. This chapter reminds us that lasting restoration cannot be accomplished through manipulation or appearances but must be grounded in God's truth and His ways. Pastor Michael unpacks the wisdom found in this passage, encouraging believers to trust God's timing and resist the temptation to force outcomes according to their own plans. This insightful teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and patience, applying God's truth to your relationships, decisions, and daily walk as you learn to depend on His perfect plan rather than your own. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 16 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: July 20, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 14 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 14 in a message titled "The Best Laid Plans." As Joab orchestrates a plan to bring Absalom back to Jerusalem, we see how human strategies, though well-intentioned, can fall short when they bypass true repentance, justice, and reconciliation. This chapter reminds us that lasting restoration cannot be accomplished through manipulation or appearances but must be grounded in God's truth and His ways. Pastor Michael unpacks the wisdom found in this passage, encouraging believers to trust God's timing and resist the temptation to force outcomes according to their own plans. This insightful teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and patience, applying God's truth to your relationships, decisions, and daily walk as you learn to depend on His perfect plan rather than your own. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Pastor Chad Explains how apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers work together by the Spirit to equip the saints for ministry.

A new MP3 sermon from Kabwata Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Equipping the saints for ministry (Part 2) Subtitle: Celebrating the Unsearchable R Speaker: Conrad Mbewe Broadcaster: Kabwata Baptist Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/19/2026 Bible: Ephesians 4:12 Length: 48 min.

Peter presents the Christian life as custom masonry. He paints a picture of believers as living stones -- shaped by pressure, fitted by grace, and assembled with purpose. Horizon's facility echoes this image; its fieldstone exterior emphasizes that suffering is not waste but craftsmanship. As Christ-followers, our faith is built on Christ the Cornerstone, who creates us as his “Bespoke Stonework.” Join Horizon at the Equipping Services for this verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter, as we understand ourselves to be God's intentional, hand-hewn formations.

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2nd Samuel Series  Message: 15 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: July 17, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 13 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 13 in a message titled "Monday Mourning Quarterback." As the tragic consequences of David's sin continue to unfold within his own family, this heartbreaking chapter reveals the devastating effects of lust, abuse, revenge, and passive leadership. Through the lives of Amnon, Tamar, Absalom, and David, we see how unchecked sin can leave lasting wounds when it goes unaddressed. Pastor Michael compassionately unpacks this difficult passage, showing both the seriousness of sin and our need for God's wisdom, justice, and healing. This sobering yet hope-filled teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and integrity, encouraging you to trust God's truth, make wise decisions today, and apply His Word faithfully in every area of your life. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 15 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: July 16, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 13 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 13 in a message titled "Monday Mourning Quarterback." As the tragic consequences of David's sin continue to unfold within his own family, this heartbreaking chapter reveals the devastating effects of lust, abuse, revenge, and passive leadership. Through the lives of Amnon, Tamar, Absalom, and David, we see how unchecked sin can leave lasting wounds when it goes unaddressed. Pastor Michael compassionately unpacks this difficult passage, showing both the seriousness of sin and our need for God's wisdom, justice, and healing. This sobering yet hope-filled teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and integrity, encouraging you to trust God's truth, make wise decisions today, and apply His Word faithfully in every area of your life. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

Alternate Recording: Equipping Hour | Imaging God in a Broken World | Sex and Gender (2) by OrlandoGrace

Nigeria has become perhaps the deadliest place on earth for Christians, accounting for the vast majority of Christians killed worldwide for faith-related reasons.Beyond the killings, millions more have been displaced into camps, where many now die slowly from malnutrition rather than violence, says Judd Saul.He is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, entrepreneur, and Christian missionary based in Iowa who founded Equipping the Persecuted, an organization dedicated to helping Christians facing jihadi violence in Nigeria.Saul first traveled to Nigeria in 2011 on a mission trip with his grandfather, Duane Wessels.It was an experience that reshaped the direction of his life and work. Since then, he has visited Nigeria multiple times a year.In our interview, Saul explains what forces drive the violence against Christian Nigerians, who make up about 50 percent of the population.“This is a well-organized and funded Fulani Islamic militia who are hell-bent on turning Nigeria into a caliphate,” he told me.According to Saul, an estimated 5,000 to 10,000 Christians are killed each year, averaging about 35 deaths per day.Roughly 800 Christian communities have been wiped off the map over the past three decades.Views expressed in this video are the opinions of the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 15 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: July 15, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 13 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through 2 Samuel 13 in a message titled "Monday Mourning Quarterback." As the tragic consequences of David's sin continue to unfold within his own family, this heartbreaking chapter reveals the devastating effects of lust, abuse, revenge, and passive leadership. Through the lives of Amnon, Tamar, Absalom, and David, we see how unchecked sin can leave lasting wounds when it goes unaddressed. Pastor Michael compassionately unpacks this difficult passage, showing both the seriousness of sin and our need for God's wisdom, justice, and healing. This sobering yet hope-filled teaching will help equip you to walk through life as a Christian with discernment and integrity, encouraging you to trust God's truth, make wise decisions today, and apply His Word faithfully in every area of your life. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

2nd Samuel Series  Message: 14 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: July 14, 2026 Key Verses: 2nd Samuel 12:26-31 In this episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz begins "The Kindness of the King…Rejected," teaching through 2 Samuel 12:26–31. As David returns to lead Israel in victory over the Ammonites, this passage marks a transition from personal restoration to renewed kingdom leadership. Yet beneath the military triumph lies a deeper spiritual lesson about how people respond to God's rightful King. Pastor Michael explores the consequences of rejecting God's rule, the seriousness of resisting His authority, and the gracious invitation to surrender to His kingdom instead. This thought-provoking teaching points beyond David to Jesus Christ, the true King, who deserves our wholehearted allegiance. You'll be encouraged and equipped to walk through life as a Christian by embracing God's truth, submitting to His authority, and applying His Word to your everyday life with faith, humility, and obedience. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com  

We were never meant to walk the parenting journey alone. In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, host Cindy Wilson (Director of Education, Equipping, and Research at Connected Families) sits down with Crystal Wilson, the Director of Global Fundraising Strategy at Compassion International. Together, they explore the universal heartbeat of motherhood and the essential, life-giving power of Christian community.  If lonely motherhood has been weighing on you, and you’re longing to build deeper, more authentic relationships right where you are, this conversation offers a beautiful reminder of how God wired us for connection, grace, and mutual support.  Key Takeaways: Discover the universal heart of parenthood from mothers around the world Learn practical steps to overcome isolation Discover powerful stories of how local churches worldwide are partnering with organizations to bring joy Mentioned in this Podcast:  Acts 2 Galatians 6:2 Matthew 16:18 Compassion International Compassion's Survival Program Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Crystal Wilson is a dynamic leader whose life purpose is to serve the world’s most vulnerable by connecting them with life-changing resources. She currently serves as Director of Global Fundraising Strategy at Compassion International, leading global and multicultural fundraising strategies fueled by her faith, entrepreneurial mindset, and passion for Christ. A graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Crystal spent 15 years in the automotive industry leading high-performing PR and marketing teams for major brands including Cadillac, Lincoln, and Nissan. Licensed to preach the gospel at age 24, she launched and led a young adult ministry for over five years under her father, Rev. Dr. David L. Roberson, Senior Pastor of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, and also served as Director of Children’s Church at Life Changers International Church. She is a co-founder of THRIVE!, Compassion’s Employee Resource Group that supports and empowers working mothers. Above all, Crystal’s most treasured roles are wife to Cameron Wilson and mom to Cameron Ray (14) and Christian David (11). Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world.

Send us Fan MailPeaches sits down with retired SOF-TACP Clint “Dragon” to talk TACP, Special Tactics, mission planning, leadership, problem solving, and what separates a good operator from someone who just looks good on paper.Dragon walks through growing up around Fort Bragg, joining the Air Force in 2006, originally looking at CCT, choosing TACP, starting at the 15th ASOS, assessing for the 17th STS, and spending the majority of his career in the Special Operations side of the TACP world.The conversation gets into the difference between conventional and SOF-TACP life, the mindset shift in the career field, entitlement, grit, the danger of over-reliance on technology, and why the next generation is more capable than people give them credit for — but still needs to be led.Dragon also breaks down mission planning, danger close strikes, JTAC creativity, command presence, briefing under pressure, training younger guys, taking a knee when family life is burning down, and why the best operators are complex problem solvers who can still win a fight.The episode also covers retirement, fatherhood, false accusations, private sector friction, writing a book, TBI and PTSD treatment options, and why passing lessons to the next generation still matters.Check out Tasty Gains:TastyGains.comRegister for Operator Training Summit:OperatorTrainingSummit.comTrain with Modern Athlete Strength Systems:OnesReady.comChapters:00:00 - Intro, Tasty Gains, Operator Training Summit, and Modern Athlete03:24 - Meet Clint “Dragon”03:39 - Growing Up Around Fort Bragg04:06 - Choosing TACP Over CCT06:36 - How the TACP Pipeline Has Changed07:32 - 15th ASOS, Deployments, and Assessing for SOF-TACP08:14 - Conventional TACP vs SOF-TACP09:05 - Mindset Changes in the TACP Career Field12:06 - PhDs Who Can Win Bar Fights13:00 - Grit, Diva Mentality, and Human Performance Support14:14 - You Are Never Fully Ready15:20 - Building Problem Solving Skills16:49 - Briefing, Command Presence, and Pressure18:21 - Training and Equipping the Team19:03 - Team Sergeant Challenges21:25 - Knowing When to Take a Knee23:21 - Death, Mission Focus, and Moving Forward25:24 - TCCC, Emotions, and Critical Thinking27:35 - Mission Planning and JTAC Expertise29:39 - Danger Close and When Things Go Wrong32:26 - Quiet Professional vs Silent Professional33:45 - Lessons Learned From Mistakes35:20 - Attention to Detail in Training37:58 - Translating SOF Lessons to Real Life40:33 - The Next Generation of Warfighters42:26 - Technology as a Tool, Not a Crutch43:57 - Training, Leadership, and Knowing Your People46:02 - Keep It Simple and Master the Basics47:16 - Stress Inoculation and Staying Calm48:59 - Managing the Stack and Target Area Chaos49:40 - Retirement, Family, and Recovery51:30 - Where to Find Dragon52:37 - Private Sector, Business, and Protecting Ideas54:27 - Writing a Book and Giving People Their Flowers56:23 - False Accusations and Career Damage59:24 - Reconnecting After Retirement01:00:29 - MERT, TMS, PTSD, and TBI Treatment01:02:44 - Outreach Project and Veteran Support01:04:10 - Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page:  HERERegister for our Operator Training Summit:  OperatorTrainingSummit.comFind an Air Force Recruiter: AirForce.comCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code:  ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code):  ATACLeteDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code:  ONESREADYDFND Apparel...

It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #648 How much TV do you watch each night? If you're a typical American, it might add up to more than you think. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos takes a look at television's place in the life of a Christian man. Some of the ideas in this episode are related to our audio-only interviews with Matt Friedman (Kill the Flatscreen and Discipleship and Your Kids) about his book, Discipleship in the Home. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.