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The message this week is from Feb 22nd 2026, The second in the series titled Living and Loving Like Jesus with Pastor Travis.Empower: Make stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life and claiming their rights. Establish: To place or settle in a secure position or condition.The following are Scriptures that were referenced during the sermon:John 20:21-22 (NKJV)21 So Jesus said to them again, “Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” 22 And when He had said this, He breathed on them, and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.Acts 1:4-8 (NKJV)4 And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which,” He said, “you have heard from Me; 5 for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 Therefore, when they had come together, they asked Him, saying, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 And He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority. 8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”Ephesians 4:11-13 (NKJV)11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the [a]edifying of the body of Christ, 13 till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ;Hebrews 12:10-11 (NLT)10 For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how. But God's discipline is always good for us, so that we might share in his holiness. 11 No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it's painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way.2 Timothy 4:3-5 (NLT)3 For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will reject the truth and chase after myths. 5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don't be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.James 4:1-2 (NLT)4 What is causing the quarrels and fights among you? Don't they come from the evil desires at war within you? 2 You want what you don't have, so you scheme and kill to get it. You are jealous of what others have, but you can't get it, so you fight and wage war to take it away from them. Yet you don't have what you want because you don't ask God for it.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

The message this week is from Feb 15th 2026, The first in the series titled Living and Loving Like Jesus.ATC Discipleship Process – REALR = Reach – Intentionally connecting with people in our community and introducing them to Jesus.E = Establish – Taking next steps through Alpha, Growth Tracks, and joining a Connect Group to build biblical foundations and authentic relationships.A = Activate – Engaging in Highway to Wholeness and serving on a Dream Team to grow in freedom, purpose, and ministry impact.L = Launch – Stepping into consistent Dream Team leadership and doing ministry at some level to impact others.Core Values – RICHESR – Relational Discipleship: We grow in Christ through intentional relationships. I – Innovation: We creatively reach people without compromising biblical truth.C – Christlike Character: We pursue integrity, humility, and honor in every area of life.H – Holy Spirit Led: We depend on the Spirit's guidance, power, and presence ineverything we do.E – Excellence: We give God our best — not perfection, but preparation and stewardship.S – Servant Leadership: We lead like Jesus — through humility, sacrifice, and service.Matthew 9:9-12 (NKJV)9 As Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” So he arose and followed Him. 10 Now it happened, as Jesus sat at the table in the house, that behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and sat down with Him and His disciples. 11 And when the Pharisees saw it, they said to His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” 12 When Jesus heard that, He said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick.Matthew 9:13 (NKJV)13 But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy and not sacrifice.' For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.”Hosea 6:4 (NKJV)4 “O Ephraim, what shall I do to you? O Judah, what shall I do to you?For your faithfulness is like a morning cloud, And like the early dew it goes away.Hosea 6:6 (NKJV)6 For I desire mercy[a] and not sacrifice, And the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.James 2:13 (NLT)13 There will be no mercy for those who have not shown mercy to others. But if you have been merciful, God will be merciful when he judges you.James 3:17-18 (NLT)17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. 18 And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.Romans 3:10-12 (NKJV)10 As it is written: “There is none righteous, no, not one; 11 There is none who understands; There is none who seeks after God. 12 They have all turned aside;They have together become unprofitable; There is none who does good, no, not one.”Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This week the message is with Pastor Peter Fox From Feb 8th 2026 titled Walk by Faith.We apologize for the quality of the audio as we had some technical difficulties. Thank you for your understanding.2 Corinthians 5:1-8 (NKJV)5 For we know that if our earthly [a]house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed with our [b]habitation which is from heaven, 3 if indeed, having been clothed, we shall not be found naked. 4 For we who are in this tent groan, being burdened, not because we want to be unclothed, but further clothed, that mortality may be swallowed up by life. 5 Now He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who also has given us the Spirit as [c]a guarantee. 6 So we are always confident, knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord. 7 For we walk by faith, not by sight. 8 We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.1 John 4:7  (NKJV)7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.2 Corinthians 4:13 (NKJV)13 And since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “I believed and therefore I spoke,” we also believe and therefore speak,Hebrews 12:13 (NKJV)13 and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed.Galatians 5:25 (NKJV)25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV)31 But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This week the message is from Sunday Feb. 1st 2026 titled The Great Shepard with Pastor Travis Blais.John 10:1-6 (NKJV)10 “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door, but climbs up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 To him the doorkeeper opens, and the sheep hear his voice; and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 4 And when he brings out his own sheep, he goes before them; and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice. 5 Yet they will by no means follow a stranger, but will flee from him, for they do not know the voice of strangers.” 6 Jesus used this illustration, but they did not understand the things which He spoke to them.John 10:7-9 (NKJV)7 Then Jesus said to them again, “Most assuredly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. 8 All who ever came [a]before Me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not hear them. 9 I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.John 10:10 (NKJV)10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and todestroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they mayhave it more abundantly.James 1:27 (NLT)27 Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you.Microscope= looking into the small details /pharisees interrogated the blind man.Telescope= looking out to the hope set before us./the pharisees should have encouraged the man to a brighter future.Psalm 23 (NLT)1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. 2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams.3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. 4 Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.5 You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. 6 Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.2 Corinthians 5:19-20 (NLT)19 For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people's sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. 20 So we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, “Come back to God!”Defiled religion will steal your Confidence, steal your peace,steal your joy, & will kill your passion.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This week the message is from Sunday Jan. 18th 2026, it is Week #3 in the series on Cultivating the Anointing (Ministry).Luke 4:18 (NKJV)18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He has anointed MeTo preach the gospel to the poor;He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,To proclaim liberty to the captivesAnd recovery of sight to the blind,To set at liberty those who are oppressedExodus 30:22-25 (NLT)22 Then the Lord said to Moses, 23 “Collect choice spices—12 1⁄2 pounds of pure myrrh, 6 1⁄4 pounds of fragrant cinnamon, 6 1⁄4 pounds of fragrant calamus, 24 and 12 1⁄2 pounds of cassia—as measured by the weight of the sanctuary shekel. Also get one gallon of olive oil. 25 Like a skilled incense maker, blend these ingredients to make a holy anointing oil.Exodus 30:26-29 (NLT)26 Use this sacred oil to anoint the Tabernacle, the Ark of the Covenant, 27 the table and all its utensils, the lampstand and all its accessories, the incense altar, 28 the altar of burnt offering and all its utensils, and the washbasin with its stand. 29 Consecrate them to make them absolutely holy. After this, whatever touches them will also become holy.Exodus 30:30-33 (NLT)30 “Anoint Aaron and his sons also, consecrating them to serve me as priests. 31 And say to the people of Israel, ‘This holy anointing oil is reserved for me from generation to generation. 32 It must never be used to anoint anyone else, and you must never make any blend like it for yourselves. It is holy, and you must treat it as holy. 33 Anyone who makes a blend like it or anoints someone other than a priest will be cut off from the community.'”Titus 3:5 (NKJV)5 not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit,Ephesians 5:26 (NKJV)26 that He might [a]sanctify and cleanse her with the washing of water by the word,1 John 2:27 (ESV)27 But the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about everything, and is true, and is no lie—just as it has taught you, abide in him.These are more Scriptures that were referenced during the sermon:  Rev.5:8, Rev. 8:3-4, John 6:32–35, 1 Corinthians 10:16–17, Hebrews 4:16, 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Romans 12:1, Galatians 5:19-21, Galatians 5:24, Ephesians 5:26, Hebrews 10:22, Exodus 30:26-29, 1 Corinthians 7:13-14. Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This message is from Sunday Jan. 25th 2026. This is week #4 in the Series Cultivating the Anointing (Increased Anointing).Luke 4:18 (NKJV)18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He has anointed MeTo preach the gospel to the poor;He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,To proclaim liberty to the captivesAnd recovery of sight to the blind,To set at liberty those who are oppressed.Exodus 30:22-25 (NLT)22 Then the Lord said to Moses, 23 “Collect choice spices—12 1⁄2 pounds of pure myrrh, 6 1⁄4 pounds of fragrant cinnamon, 6 1⁄4 pounds of fragrant calamus, 24 and 12 1⁄2 pounds of cassia as measured by the weight of the sanctuary shekel. Also get one gallon of olive oil. 25 Like a skilled incense maker, blend these ingredients to make a holy anointing oil.1 Peter 4:12-14 (NKJV)12 Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which isto try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; 13 butrejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings,that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad withexceeding joy. 14  If you are reproached for the name ofChrist, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of Godrests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on yourpart He is glorified.James 1:2-4 (NKJV)2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.Ecclesiastes 10:1 (NKJV)10 Dead flies putrefy the perfumer's ointment,And cause it to give off a foul odor;So does a little folly to one respected for wisdom and honor.Psalm 45:7-8 (NKJV)7 You love righteousness and hate wickedness;Therefore God, Your God, has anointed YouWith the oil of gladness more than Your companions.8 All Your garments are scented with myrrh and aloes and cassia,Out of the ivory palaces, by which they have made You glad.1 Samuel 15:17 (NKJV)17 So Samuel said, “When you were little in your own eyes, were you not head of the tribes of Israel? And did not the Lord anoint you king over Israel?John 12:49 (NKJV)49 For I have not spoken on My own authority; but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say and what I should speak.Hebrews 13:17 (NLT)17 Obey your spiritual leaders, and do what they say. Their work is to watch over your souls, and they are accountable to God. Give them reason to do this with joy and not with sorrow. That would certainly not be for your benefit.1 John 2:27 (NKJV)27 But the anointing which you have received from Him abides in you, and you do not need that anyone teach you; but as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things, and is true, and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, you will abide in Him.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This message is from Jan 4th 2026 Part #1 of the Series on Cultivating the Anointing (Surrender) Luke 4:18 (NKJV)  “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He has anointed MeTo preach the gospel to the poor;He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,To proclaim liberty to the captivesAnd recovery of sight to the blind,To set at liberty those who are oppressedSamuel 16:13 (NKJV)13  Then Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the midstof his brothers; and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David fromthat day forward. So Samuel arose and went to Ramah.The purpose of the anointingThe Sixfold Purpose of Christ (Two Words Each)1. Good News(preach the gospel to the poor)2. Inner Healing(heal the broken-hearted)3. Freedom Proclaimed(liberty to the captives)4. Restored Sight(recovery of sight to the blind)5. Oppression Broken(set at liberty the oppressed)6. Grace Season(proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord)Acts 10:38 (NKJV)38  how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit andwith power, who went about doing good and healing all who wereoppressed by the devil, for God was with Him2 Corinthians 1:21 (NKJV)21  Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and hasanointed us is God,Luke 4:1-2 (NKJV)4 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from theJordan and was led by the Spirit ] into the wilderness,  2  being ] tempted for forty days by the devil. And in those days, He atenothing, and afterward, when they had ended, He was hungry.Luke 4:13-14 NK JV13  Now when the devil had ended every temptation, he departedfrom Him until an opportune time. 14  Then Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and news of Him went out through all the surrounding regions.Hebrews 5:8-9 NKJV8  though He was a Son, yet He learned obedience by the thingswhich He suffered.  9  And having been perfected, He became theauthor of eternal salvation to all who obey Him,Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

The Message this week is from Jan. 11th 2026, Part 2 of the series on Cultivating the Anointing (Expectation)Luke 4:18 (NKJV)18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He has anointed MeTo preach the gospel to the poor;He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,To proclaim liberty to the captivesAnd recovery of sight to the blind,To set at liberty those who are oppressed1 Samuel 16:13 (NKJV)13  Then Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the midstof his brothers; and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David fromthat day forward. So Samuel arose and went to Ramah.Luke 4:22-24 (NKJV)22 So all bore witness to Him, and marveled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth. And they said, “Is this not Joseph's son?”23 He said to them, “You will surely say this proverb to Me, ‘Physician, heal yourself! Whatever we have heard done in Capernaum,[a] do also here in Your country.' ” 24 Then He said, “Assuredly, I say to you, no prophet is accepted in his own country.Mark 6:3-6 (NKJV)3 Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him.4 But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” 5 Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. 6 And He marveled because of their unbelief. Then He went about the villages in a circuit, teaching.Luke 4:40-42 (NKJV)40 When the sun was setting, all those who had any that were sick with various diseases brought them to Him; and He laid His hands on every one of them and healed them. 41 And demons also came out of many, crying out and saying, “You are the Christ, the Son of God!” And He, rebuking them, did not allow them to speak, for they knew that He was the Christ. Jesus Preaches in Galilee 42 Now when it was day, He departed and went into a deserted place. And the crowd sought Him and came to Him, and tried to keep Him from leaving themThese are other Scriptures that were referenced during the message: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17 (NLT), 1 Samuel 30:6-8 (NKJV) Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

What happens when long-held faith begins to raise deeper questions?In today's episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend Kathy Hahn. Over nearly twenty years of friendship, I've watched Kathy live out her faith sincerely while also wrestling honestly with complex theological questions.A little more than two years ago, Kathy made the decision to join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where she and her husband have since been baptized and are now actively serving.In this thoughtful conversation, we explore what led her to the LDS Church, how she has reconciled theological differences with her former beliefs, and what it means to follow conviction when faith evolves.This episode is about curiosity and understanding in a world that too often doesn't appreciate either. Special Guest: Kathy Hahn

This message is from Dec 21st 2025 on Advent Week 3 (Peace). We're very sorry for the inconvience but it seems Week 2 of Advent (Joy) is unavailable at this time.Advent HistoryAdvent is something the church has been practicing for manycenturies. It started around the 4th and 5th century, mostlyin Spain and Gaul (what is now France), as a time for believersto prepare their hearts before celebrating the birth of Jesus. Theword “Advent” simply means coming or arrival. Over time itbecame a four-week season where we slow down and remindourselves why Jesus came the first time—and that He's comingagain. Each week we light a candle to help us focus on what Hiscoming brings into our lives: Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.Advent helps us prepare our hearts, reminding us that Jesus iswith us, and to recognizing that God is still at work in our worldtoday.There is a scripture Reading from Luke 2:8-15 (NKJV)The following are scriptures that were referenced during the message: James 4:6 (NLT)  And he gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say,“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”These are scriptures about How Jesus is the Prince of Peace: Isaiah 9:6“,Ephesians 2:14“, Micah 5:5“, 2 Thessalonians 3:16Romans 5:1 (NKJV)Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace withGod through our Lord Jesus Christ,Colossians 3:15 (NKJV)And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also youwere called in one body; and be thankful.John 14:27 (NKJV)Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.Other scriptures that were referenced are: Philippians 4:6-7 (NKJV), Matthew 10:7-14 (NKJV), Revelation 3:20 (NLT), Romans 8:6 (NLT), Romans 15:13 (NKJV).Peace is maintained through faith.Believing keeps the guard in place.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 – 06:11)It Happened in Minnesota: ICE Protestors Invaded an Evangelical Church and Interrupted Worship YesterdayActivists interrupt Sunday church service, say pastor works for ICE by The Star Tribune (Kim Hyatt and Kyeland Jackson)Part II (06:11 – 15:23)The Worldview Issues of the ICE Protests: The History of ICE, the Protests Against ICE, and the Leftist Capture of Urban Minnesota by Part III (15:23 – 22:27)Minnesota's Fault Lines: The Growing Divide Between Minnesota's Big City Liberals and Rural Conservatives by Part IV (22:27 – 25:59)A Parable From St. Paul: We are Watching a Battle Between Two Different Visions of ChristianitySign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

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You can pre-order Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation now at https://www.jonwardwrites.org/ Jon Ward (Journalist and author of Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation) joins Ron Steslow to discuss growing up in the Evangelical Church, “Christian Trumpism,” and his new memoir. (03:28) Why Jon wrote the book (08:10) Being a “border-stalker” (14:36) The Jesus Movement (21:07) Understanding the different motivations (abortion and race) for Evangelicals joining the Republican party (23:00) The insular church community and how it impacted his worldview (30:00) How Christian belief in the end times impacts action (32:50) The connection between being a spiritual warrior and a political warrior (36:15) Spiritual ecstasy as a sign of devotion to God (and the burnout it caused) (41:41) How anti-intellectualism reinforced the social bubble Pre-order Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation—https://www.jonwardwrites.org/ Follow Ron and Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/jonward11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can pre-order Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation now at https://www.jonwardwrites.org/ Jon Ward (Journalist and author of Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation)  joins Ron Steslow to discuss growing up in the Evangelical Church, “Christian Trumpism,” and his new memoir. (06:05) Why Sarah Palin resonated with so many Christians  (10:36) What having difficult conversations can teach you engagement and defensiveness   (20:00) Evangelicals showing more fear than faith  (28:50) How the structures in evangelical communities enabled Trump to distort reality  (31:06) Right Makes Might vs Might Makes Right  (36:32) How can outsiders engage positively with Evangelicals on reforming the movement  Pre-order Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation—https://www.jonwardwrites.org/ Follow Ron and Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/jonward11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have a message about (Hope) Week 1 of Advent with Pastor Travis.These are some of the Scriptures that were referenced during the sermon and the history of Advent.Advent HistoryAdvent is something the church has been practicing for manycenturies. It started around the 4th and 5th century, mostlyin Spain and Gaul (what is now France), as a time for believersto prepare their hearts before celebrating the birth of Jesus. Theword “Advent” simply means coming or arrival. Over time itbecame a four-week season where we slow down and remindourselves why Jesus came the first time—and that He's comingagain. Each week we light a candle to help us focus on what Hiscoming brings into our lives: Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.Advent helps us prepare our hearts, remember that Jesus is withus, and to recogmize that God is still at work in our world today.Psalm 130:5-8 (NKJV)5 I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, And in His word I do hope. 6 My soul waits for the Lord More than those who watch for the morning—Yes, more than those who watch for the morning. 7 O Israel, hope in the Lord;For with the Lord there is mercy, And with Him is abundant redemption.8 And He shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities.Isaiah 9:1-2 (NLT)9 Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time in the future when Galilee of the Gentiles, which lies along the road that runs between the Jordan and the sea, will be filled with glory. 2 The people who walk in darknesswill see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.Ephesians 2:20 (NKJV)20 having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone,1 Corinthians 3:10-11 (NKJV)10 According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. 11 For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.Read: Romans 8:18-23 (NLT), Romans 15:13 (NLT)Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

Justice – when you hear that word what do you think of? The word carries some baggage in the church today and has become highly politicized. Too much justice talk and you can be dismissed as Marxist, woke, or a proponent of the “unbiblical” social justice gospel. But if you can remove yourself from cultural baggage, read the Bible with fresh eyes, and look at the life of Jesus, you see justice everywhere. Justice was central to the life and mission of Jesus. And it should be to his followers as well. One of the best books I've read on the topic is a new book by Joash Thomas called The Justice of Jesus: Reimagining Your Church's Life Together to Pursue Liberation And Wholeness. Talking about justice shouldn't cause us to draw tighter partisan political lines. It should cause us – as Joash says – to be politically agnostic, except on behalf of our marginalized neighbors. This is an eye-opening conversation. He talk about how colonization has shaped the Western church to resist justice. Why we need more teaching on justice and not less. Why it's important to diversity our theological influences. And some practical ways any local church can pursue justice. Joash is a kind soul with a deep understanding of justice and Christianity in the global south and what we can learn in the west…from followers of Jesus all over the world. Topics Covered: How “wokeism” and “Marxism” have become deflective tactics to keep us from facing the truth Why the Evangelical Church needs more teaching on justice How colonization and colonialism has shaped us to resist justice Why it’s good for our formation to diversify our theological influences Why Christians should be politically agnostic Practical ways the church today can pursue justice Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Justice of Jesus: Reimagining Your Church’s Life Together To Pursue Liberation And Wholeness by Joash Thomas Joash Thomas website Joash Thomas instagram Show Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Planning Center, an all-in-one church management software made to help churches help people. You can organize your ministries and keep everyone on your team communicating and aligned around what's going on. As a worship leader, good communication is key to building a strong worship team. You can cultivate relationships while ensuring everyone has what they need to successfully prep for your services. But why not take it up a notch using the chat feature? Built right into the Services mobile app—which, by the way, you should totally download if you haven't already—chat helps you coordinate all the service details with your team. Plus, you can have fun while doing it! No more juggling emails, group texts, and multiple apps to ensure your whole team is aligned. Chat will simplify your communication in one convenient place through the Services mobile app. And everyone can ask questions, request prayer, or join the banter in real-time with one another. The really cool part about chatting with your teams? Team members are dynamically added or removed from conversations as availability changes! So if your original bass player suddenly declines (why is it so hard to find a bass player, anyway?), your newly scheduled bass player is automatically added to the chat conversation. All of your chat conversations stay in sync. No more outdated group threads or irrelevant messages! So what are you waiting for? Download the Services app and start chatting! The post #377: How The Western Church Has Been Shaped To Resist Justice (And What We Can Do About It) with Joash P. Thomas appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Send us a textIn a world increasingly defined by division, the recent podcast episode featuring David Campbell and Jeff Dornik dives deep into the pressing issues of our time. From the rise of cultural Marxism to the challenges faced by the evangelical church, this discussion offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to understand the current sociopolitical landscape.Main Content:Section 1: The State of Our Political Landscape  David Campbell opens the discussion by highlighting the current political climate, where Congress members are urging the military to ignore unlawful orders without clear guidelines. This chaotic environment, marked by a decline in trust towards political systems, raises questions about accountability and moral leadership. Jeff Dornik echoes these concerns, emphasizing that the battle extends beyond party lines and touches upon fundamental issues of good versus evil. Section 2: The Role of Cultural Marxism  Dornik discusses the infiltration of cultural Marxism into various spheres of influence, particularly targeting the evangelical church. He draws attention to strategies that have been employed to distort historical narratives and undermine traditional values. The conversation transitions into a broader analysis of how these tactics have permeated education, politics, and social media, leading to a collective sense of despair within the electorate. Section 3: The Importance of Dialogue and Debate  A significant theme in the podcast is the need for open dialogue and the willingness to engage with differing viewpoints. Dornik expresses his frustration over the lack of discourse among Christian leaders, particularly regarding contentious topics such as replacement theology versus Zionism. The fear of being labeled or ostracized has stifled meaningful conversations, leaving many individuals hesitant to voice their opinions. Campbell underscores this point, recalling the vibrant debates of the past that seem absent in today's polarized climate.Section 4: Identity Politics and Its Challenges  The podcast delves into the impact of identity politics on societal discussions. Dornik argues that disagreements today often feel like personal attacks on one's identity, complicating the ability to engage in constructive debates. This shift, he claims, has led to a culture where admitting error is equated with a loss of self-worth. The hosts lament the loss of a collective identity that once fostered robust discussions and encouraged diverse perspectives. Section 5: Reflections on Faith and Morality  Throughout the conversation, faith emerges as a cornerstone for navigating these turbulent times. Both Campbell and Dornik advocate for a return to biblical principles as a means to combat the challenges posed by modern ideologies. They stress the need for individuals to align themselves with higher moral standards rather than succumbing to the pressures of party politics or societal expectations. Conclusion: Key Takeaways  The podcast highlights the importance of understanding the interplay between faith, politics, and personal identity in today's world. Support the show"Wherever you find yourself is exactly and precisely where God wills you to be" Support our show at the following: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2063276/support Follow us on X: @CFC30290 Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3123766 Website: https://clarityfromchaospodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Website: https://clarityfromchaos.substack.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFk-DsClSJ6m0GDmAcA7AAg Thanks for listening to Clarity from Chaos

This week we have a message from Pastor Travis titled (Who Before Do) from Sunday Nov 30th 2025. The following are Scriptures that were referenced during the sermon:          Hebrews 1:1-3 (NKJV)1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, 2 has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds; 3 who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had [c]by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,Romans 8:17 (NLT)And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God's glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.2 Peter 1:3-4 (NLT)3 By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. 4 And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires.Galatians 3:26-29 (NLT) 26 For you are all children[a] of God through faith in Christ Jesus. 27 And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes.[b] 28 There is no longer Jew or Gentile,[c] slave or free, male and female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus. 29 And now that you belong to Christ, you are the true children[d] of Abraham. You are his heirs, and God's promise to Abraham belongs to you.Colossians 2:4-9 (NLT)4 I am telling you this so no one will deceive you with well-crafted arguments. 5 For though I am far away from you, my heart is with you. And I rejoice that you are living as you should and that your faith in Christ is strong.Colossians 1:15-17 (NLT)15 Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, 16 for through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can't see— such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world.Everything was created through him and for him.17 He existed before anything else, and he holds all creation together.Closing declaration:“I am a son/daughter of God. I am forgiven. I am righteous in Christ.”I Live holy because holiness flows from my identity.I will not see myself as: “Barely saved” “A dirty sinners trying to be better” “A Person God puts up with and doesn't enjoy”I refuse to live in shame and strive to modify my behaviour.God open my understanding to the truth that: “I am loved” “I am chosen” “I am seated with Christ” “I am an heir”Then holiness will be the fruit, of following Jesus.Thank you, God, that It's from Identity that my discipline is established.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This week we have a very special guest Pastor Sharon Blais shares a message with us on Nov 23rd 2025. Pastor Sharon chooses to share a message from her Heart this week. Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word.If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This Podcast is the final part in the series from Sunday Nov 16th 2025 titled The Bashful, The Bold & The Ugly Pt.3These are some of the Scriptures that were referenced throughout this series:Mark 1:40-42 (NKJV)40 Now a leper came to Him, imploring Him, kneeling down to Him and saying to Him, “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” 41 Then Jesus, moved with compassion, stretched out His hand and touched him, and said to him, “I am willing; be cleansed.” 42 As soon as He had spoken, immediately the leprosy left him, and he was cleansed.Mark 2:1-6 (NKJV)2 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. 2 [a]Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. 3 Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men. 4 And when they could not come near Him because of the crowd, they uncovered the roof where He was. So when they had broken through, they let down the bed on which the paralytic was lying. 5 When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” 6 And some of the scribes were sitting there and reasoning in their hearts,Mark 2:5-7 (NKJV)5  When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” 6  And some of the scribes were sitting there and reasoning in their hearts,  7  “Why does this Man speak blasphemies like this? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”Mark 2:8-12 (The Message Bible)8-12  Jesus knew right away what they were thinking, and said, “Why are you soskeptical? Which is simpler: to say to the paraplegic, ‘I forgive your sins,' or say, ‘Get up, take your stretcher, and start walking'?Mark 2:13-15 (NKJV)13  Then He went out again by the sea; and all the multitude came to Him, and Hetaught them.  14  As He passed by, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” So he arose and followed Him. 15  Now it happened, as He was dining in Levi's house, that many tax collectors and sinners also sat together with Jesus and His disciples; for there were many, and they followed Him.Mark 2:16-17 (NLT)16  But when the teachers of religious law who were Pharisees saw him eating with tax collectors and other sinners, they asked his disciples, “Why does he eat with such scum?” 17  When Jesus heard this, he told them, “Healthy people don't need a doctor—sick people do. I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.”Hebrews 1:1-3 (NKJV)1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, 2 has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds; 3 who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,more Scriptures: Romans 8:17 (NLT), John 14:8-10 (NLT), 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (NLT), Hebrews 12:1 (NLT), ACTION Choose ONE this week:1) Identity Declaration: “I am a son/daughter of God, and I live from who I am, not from what I do.” 2) Strip a Weight: Lay aside one habit, thought, or behaviour that slows down your spiritual race. 3) Radiate His Character: Choose one relationship or environment to intentionally reflect Christ.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word.If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This podcast is from Sunday Nov 2nd 2025, The second week of the series titled The Bashful The Bold & The Ugly.These are some of the scriptures that were referenced during the sermon:Mark 2:1-2 (NKJV)2 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in thehouse. 2  Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room toreceive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them.Mark 2:3-4 (NKJV)3 Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men. 4  And when they could not come near Him because of the crowd, they uncovered the roof where He was. So when they had broken through, they let down the bed on which the paralytic was lying.Mark 2:5 (NKJV)5  When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgivenyou.”Mark 2:6-12 (NKJV)6  And some of the scribes were sitting there and reasoning in their hearts, 7  “Why does this Man speak blasphemies like this? Who can forgive sins but God alone?” 8 But immediately, when Jesus perceived in His spirit that they reasoned thus within themselves, He said to them, “Why do you reason about these things in your hearts? 9  Which is easier, to say to the paralytic, ‘Your sins are forgiven you,' or to say, ‘Arise, take up your bed and walk'?  10  But that you may know that the Son of Man has power on earth to forgive sins”—He said to the paralytic,  11  “I say to you, arise, take up your bed, and go to your house.”  12  Immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went out in the presence of them all, so that all were amazed and glorified God, saying, “We never saw anything like this!”Mark 2:13-15 (NKJV)13 Then He went out again by the sea; and all the multitude came to Him, and Hetaught them. 14 As He passed by, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” So he arose and followed Him.15 Now it happened, as He was dining in Levi's house, that many tax collectorsand sinners also sat together with Jesus and His disciples; for there weremany, and they followed Him.Mark 2:16-17 (NLT)16  But when the teachers of religious law who were Pharisees saw him eating with tax collectors and other sinners, they asked his disciples, “Why does he eat with such scum?”Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word .If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by one of the all-time great Early Church historians, Dr. James Papandrea to talk about what the Early Church really looked like. We tackle subjects like baptism, the Eucharist, the sources of authority, and the structure of the Church – from the beginning and through to today – and tackle the question of, if our current Evangelical churches don't look like the Early Church did then when, and why, did that change? It's all tough questions this week for a fantastic Church historian who is cordial, compassionate, and doesn't pull any punches. You're going to love this! For more from Dr. Papandrea visit his website.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music,A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Christians living out their faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

This podcast is from the message on Sunday Nov 2nd 2025 with Pastor Travis from the series titled The Bashful The Bold & The Ugly.Mark 1:35-39 (NKJV)35 Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a [a]solitary place; and there He prayed. 36 And Simon and those who were with Him searched for Him. 37 When they found Him, they said to Him, “Everyone is looking for You.” 38 But He said to them, “Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also, because for this purpose I have come forth.”39 And He was preaching in their synagogues throughout all Galilee, and casting out demons.Mark 1:40 (NKJV)40 Now a leper came to Him, imploring Him, kneeling down to Him and saying to Him, “If You are willing, You can make me clean.”Mark 1:41 (NKJV)41 Then Jesus, moved with compassion, stretched out His hand and touched him, and said to him, “I am willing; be cleansed.”Mark 1:43-44 (NKJV)43 And He strictly warned him and sent him away at once, 44 and said to him, “See that you say nothing to anyone; but go your way, show yourself to the priest, and offer for your cleansing those things which Moses commanded, as a testimony to them.”Mark 1:45 (NKJV)45 However, he went out and began to proclaim it freely, and to spread the matter, so that Jesus could no longer openly enter the city, but was outside in deserted places; and they came to Him from every direction.Action Items  (Mark 1:40-45)1. Replace Hesitation with InvitationThis week, replace hesitation with invitation. Write down one area of your life where you've doubted God's willingness. Each morning, pray: “Lord, You are willing. Touch this area of my life with Your compassion.”2. Be God's Touch of CompassionBe the hand that Jesus extended. If Jesus lives in you, His compassion can flow through you. Reach out to one person this week who feels untouchable offer a kind word, a meal, or a call, something that says, “You're not forgotten.”Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word .If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This podcast is from Sunday Oct. 26th 2025 with Pastor Mark Davy titled God Uses People. 1 Corinthians 16:13 (KJV)13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.Acts 2:22 (KJV)22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:Acts 10:38 (KJV)38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.Luke 4:18 (KJV)18 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruisedLuke 4:40 (KJV)40 Now when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with divers diseases brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them, and healed them.Acts 5:12 (KJV)12 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch.Acts 6:8 (KJV)8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.Acts 8:5-8 (KJV)5 Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them.6 And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did. 7 For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. 8 And there was great joy in that city.Acts 19:11 (KJV)11 And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul:Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word .If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

This Podcast is from Oct. 19th 2025 with Pastor Travis titled Fasting Forward.Ezra 1-8 (NKJV) is summarized.Ahava: the kind of love found between friends, family, or between humans and God. affection, loyalty, and deep emotional connection.What is a fast? Fasting is a sacrificial form of prayer warfare that produces results available in no other way.Ezra 8:21-23 (NKJV)21 Then I proclaimed a fast there at the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from Him the right way for us and our little ones and all our possessions. 22 For I was ashamed to request of the king an escort of soldiers and horsemen to help us against the enemy on the road, because we had spoken to the king, saying, “The hand of our God is upon all those for good who seek Him, but His power and His wrath are against all those who forsake Him.” 23 So we fasted and entreated our God for this, and He answered our prayer.Leviticus 19:18 (NKJV)18 You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.Isaiah 58:3 (NLT)3 ‘We have fasted before you!' they say. ‘Why aren't you impressed?We have been very hard on ourselves, and you don't even notice it!'“I will tell you why!” I respond. “It's because you are fasting to please yourselves. Even while you fast, you keep oppressing your workers.(True or False Worship) 58:1-12 Read Ezra 8:24–30 (NKJV) was referenced for values of what they carried with them. Ezra 8:31-32 (NKJV)31  Then we departed from the river of Ahava on the twelfth day of the first month, to go to Jerusalem. And the hand of our God was upon us, and He delivered us from the hand of the enemy and from ambush along the road.  32  So we came to Jerusalem, and stayed there threedays.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word .If you feel led to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

A Different Gospel: The condition of the Evangelical Church is dire.  This is a theological issue, not one of carnality or "sin." Fritz Berggren www.bloodandfaith.com  

Deep in the isolated jungles of Nicaragua, a young mother's desperate plea for help turned into a nightmare of fire and fanaticism. What began as a search for healing ended with Vilma Trujillo bound to a tree as flames devoured the night. This is a story of blind faith, fear, and a community pushed past the edge of reason.Trigger Warnings:Violent ExorcismReligious ViolenceTortureMurderFemicide/Gender-based violenceMental illness & stigma Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkDeadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: thepodcastdoctor@gmail.com Resources:National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888 Connect with Us! EmailDeadlyFaithPodcast@gmail.comThe PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal are the creators of Good Mythical Morning, one of YouTube's most-watched daily shows with over 19 million subscribers and 8 billion views. This conversation explores their 40-year friendship, spiritual deconstruction from evangelical Christianity, the soul cost of YouTube's algorithm, their self-funded series Wonderhole, and what happens when your best friend is also your business partner. We talk faith, the strain on family life, and the challenge of building an empire without losing your humanity. Along the way, they reveal how their deconstruction ultimately saved their friendship. Rhett and Link have built something incredibly inspiring.  And their story is still unfolding. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up   Today's Sponsors: On: High-performance shoes & apparel crafted for comfort and style

In part four of our series on biblical covenants, Blake explains how the New Covenant fulfilled and reimagined every part of the Old Covenant. In teaching what Scripture says about the New Covenant, he also debunks the most popular heresy in the Evangelical Church about the New Covenant: that it is somehow incomplete and not yet fully realized (dispensationalism). Biblical Covenants, Part 4. That You May Know Him, Episode 265.

I first read about Cara Meredith's book on evangelical church camp over at Kristin Kobes Du Mez's newsletter, and as soon as I saw “cry night” in the subtitle, I knew any conversation with her was gonna be a real one. Put differently, I knew she was ready to talk about what drew people to these camps — but also how they worked to deftly manipulate the young people who attended them. I went to church camp for a decade. I was a counselor for several years. I cried on cry night; I watched bad skits; I highlighted the crap out of my Youth Bible — and I adored it. But I also internalized a lot of contradictory and harmful messages, and felt weird about some of the ways we were counseling young kids. Cara and I process all of that in this episode — and also answer a bunch of your complicated questions. And as always with these episodes, we're working hard to make the episode accessible to people outside of the culture (or who find it weird, which, real talk, it is) while also going deep into the weeds. I'm so eager for your thoughts. Thanks to the sponsors of today's episode!Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop at Blissy.com/CULTUREPODSave 20% Off Honeylove at honeylove.com/CULTUREStop putting off those doctors appointments and go to ZocDoc.com/CULTURE to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor todayJoin the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world. If you're already a subscriber-- thank you! Join us in the discussion thread for this episode! Got a question or idea for a future episode? Visit culturestudypod.substack.com To hear more, visit culturestudypod.substack.com

Send us a textIn this important and timely episode, I welcome back journalist, author, and friend of the podcast, Peter Wehner. We dig into his provocative and widely discussed article in The Atlantic: “Why Evangelicals Turned Their Back on PEPFAR.”PEPFAR—President George W. Bush's historic global AIDS relief program—has saved over 26 million lives and prevented millions of HIV infections. Once championed by American evangelicals, the program is now in crisis. Under Donald Trump's second term, PEPFAR was effectively shut down. Clinics have closed, aid has stalled, and more than 75,000 lives have already been lost—with millions more at risk.So why the silence from the evangelical community?Peter and I explore the cultural, political, and theological reasons behind this shift—from compassion to indifference—and why this issue, which should unite pro-life Christians, has instead fallen off the radar. We also reflect on how partisan loyalty, fear of division, and moral inconsistency have muted the response to one of the most effective humanitarian programs in U.S. history.This conversation is urgent, eye-opening, and deeply relevant to anyone who cares about faith, politics, and the real-world impact of silence. I hope you'll join us. This is one you don't want to miss. SHOW NOTESMSNBC Morning JoeRNS on PEPFARRNS - Nashville's Christian music stars join activists in push to save PEPFARHoly Post talks about PEPFARSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

Hope for Lebanon: Summer Programs at Hope Evangelical ChurchIntroduction:Join Elio Constantine as he speaks with Bashir from the Hope Evangelical Church in the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon. They discuss the current situation in Lebanon and the exciting summer plans at the church, focusing on how people are finding hope in Christ amidst ongoing challenges.Key Discussion Points:Current Situation in Lebanon: Despite a tough season marked by conflict and despair since September 2024, a ceasefire has led to a somewhat improved situation with a decline in shelling and airstrikes. Local elections are taking place, signaling a sense of change and hope on the horizon, though true hope is emphasized to be found only in Christ.Summer Plans at Hope Evangelical Church:Couples Conference: This conference will focus on strengthening family and marriage relationships for both married and engaged couples. The importance of this event is highlighted by the increasing social acceptance of divorce and the church's role in recentering families on the Gospel. Bashir shares a testimony of the church's ministry successfully helping a couple reconcile and stop divorce proceedings.Children's Camps:Sunday School Kids Camp: A three-day camp for 80-100 (or more) Sunday school children, featuring Bible lessons, fun activities like inflatables and songs, and an outing day.HOPE Educational Program Camps: Separate camps are planned for students in the morning and afternoon programs of the HOPE Educational Program.Children at Risk Program Camp: Another camp will be held for children in the Children at Risk program.The hosts emphasize the significant impact these camps have on children's lives, providing a safe and fun environment to learn about the Gospel and find hope amidst difficult circumstances. Elio shares a personal testimony of accepting Christ and meeting his wife at a summer camp when he was 16 years old.Teenagers Conference: A conference specifically for teenagers is being prepared, with many teens saving money to attend. The prayer is that this conference will have a life-changing impact, similar to Elio's experience.Young Adults Conference: An annual conference for young adults is scheduled for the end of August/beginning of September, which consistently leads to people deciding to follow Christ.Church/Family Conference: The church is preparing for a large "family conference." The previous one was held on October 7th, the same day as the attacks in Israel, but was a powerful time focused on holiness. Last year's conference was canceled due to the war in Lebanon.Worship Night: A major event is planned at Hope Evangelical Church, Zahleh, featuring a Christian singer from the U.S. and a clear message from the Bible, offering attendees the opportunity to follow Jesus.Call to Action:Listeners are encouraged to pray for:All current and upcoming activities at Hope Evangelical Church.The team ministering to families in Lebanon.The couples retreat, and Bashir's leadership in reconciling broken families.The children's ministry and camps, that they would be significant and focused on Christ.The teens, youth, and young adults, and their planned activities.The worship night and the church conference.Bashir and his family, and all the families served, that they trust in Christ alone for hope, rather than political changes.Sign up for prayer ministry updates from Lebanon at Heartforlebanon.org/prayer.Share this episode and send any questions to podcast@heartforlebanon.org.

Sermon text: Acts 2.8-11; Speaker: Alan Burrow. Visit thekingscongregation.com for more sermons, exhortations, music, and events.

Politics is a strange business with the Church and BYU. Dan Ellsworth talks about author and columnist Jonathan Rauch and his "partnership" with the Church. He also covers some major structural differences between the Restored Church and Evangelicals.

Today, we discuss a very important book with our guest author Eric English. It's "The Kingdom of Man: Evangelicalism and the Distortion of Christianity." Eric and I discuss the history of the evangelical movement, what the milestones were when things went south, how we got to where we are today, and some critical correctives to go from a "kingdom of man" to a more authentic society, based on divine love. We discuss: How did a small group of religious people become the most powerful political force in the U.S.? Why are Christians leaving this group? What is Christian Nationalism, and how does Donald Trump fit into this? Guest Eric English writes a column on the Patheos Progressive Christian channel and hosts a podcast called UNenlightenment. He holds advanced degrees in philosophy and theology.To grab a copy of the book, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Man-Eric-Scot-English-ebook/dp/B0D5RCSZC3/For more resources, visit: https://thekingdomofman.com/

In this episode Al Roxburgh and Jenny Sinclair talk with Rodney Clapp about the state of Christian life in a time of profound change. Exploring what it means for Christians to live as witnesses to the Gospel in a radically changing world, Rodney looks at the recent history of the Evangelical Church in America, and the longing for a Christian nationalism that reasserts control over the cultural narrative. Rodney offers a radically different set of proposals, of humble practices rooted in a Biblical imagination, that eschew power and the need for control. Rodney is driven by a passion to call churches to rediscover their life and mission by learning to live without power and control. He believes that it is by living out of control that we discern the ways of God and live in anticipation of a new creation - of a healed earth and of a healed people.Rodney Clapp is an author, editor and social commentator. He was a former columnist for The Christian Century as well as a longtime associate editor for Christianity Today. Until 1999 he was the senior editor for academic and general books at InterVarsity Press. He was also an editor with Brazos Press and is currently an editor with Wipf and Stock. His latest book is Living Out of Control, an extended proposal for how, in a post Christian context, Christian life ought to be shaped amidst declining empire and in an age of profound change.LinksFor Rodney Clapp:https://wipfandstock.com/author/rodney-clapp/https://wipfandstock.com/contact-information/BooksFamilies at the Crossroads (1993) A Peculiar People (1996) The Consuming Passion (1998) Border Crossings (2000) The People of the Truth with Robert E. Webber (2001) Tortured Wonders (2006) Johnny Cash and the Great American Contradiction (2008) Naming Neoliberalism: Exposing the Spirit of Our Age (2021)Living Out of Control: Political & Personal Faith in Waning Christendom (2025)For Alan J Roxburgh:http://alanroxburgh.com/abouthttps://www.themissionalnetwork.com/author/alan-roxburgh/https://journalofmissionalpractice.com/alan-roxburghTwitter: https://twitter.com/alanjroxburgh?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alan.roxburgh.127/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecommonsnetworkBooksJoining God in the Great UnravelingLeadership, God's Agency and Disruptions Joining God, Remaking Church, Changing the World: The New Shape of the Church in Our TimeFor Jenny Sinclair:Website: https://togetherforthecommongood.co.uk/from-jenny-sinclairLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-sinclair-0589783b/Twitter: https://twitter.com/T4CGFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TogetherForTheCommonGoodUKInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/t4cg_insta/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leavingegyptpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this Best Of episode, we revisit our conversation with Tim Alberta, the author of the profoundly disturbing book "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory,” which was released before the 2024 election. In this interview, he explains how evangelicals have been turned into a political tool for the Republican Party. Alberta grew up in the evangelical wing of The Presbyterian Church and watched as they turned their backs on him after he criticized Donald Trump. How did The Evangelical Church turn so far towards right wing politics? What exactly is an Evangelical? How can those voters ever be won back?Read Tim's work in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/tim-alberta/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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A new MP3 sermon from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Does God Rest Consequentially on the Evangelical Church Today? Speaker: Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr. Broadcaster: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Event: Chapel Service Date: 2/20/2025 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Does God Rest Consequentially on the Evangelical Church Today? Speaker: Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr. Broadcaster: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Event: Chapel Service Date: 2/20/2025 Length: 44 min.

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We are thrilled to re-release part two of our conversation with NPR National Correspondent Sarah McCammon. Sarah is the author of the book The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church.    In the age of a second Trump presidency, it's imperative that we discuss the history of the Evangelical Church and politics, purity culture, gender performance, and healing.   In part two of our re-release we discuss how there are a lot of memoirs, social media comments, and dialogue about leaving the evangelical church. However, as Sarah says, "you can't really understand the leaving without understanding loving and living the evangelical church."  

Send us a messageBeyond  a doubt, one of the greatest issues facing the Church of Jesus Christ today, is the integration of modern psychology with the Bible. As one medical doctor states, “No greater issue faces the modern Church of today than this Trojan Horse of Psychology. It has a stranglehold that will not be easily loosened.” EQPsychology has so infiltrated the Evangelical Church that taking a stand for the purity of the Word of God brings division among Evangelicals. The few voices who speak out against integrating Psychology with the Bible are often strongly criticized, and accused of being unloving and divisive. On the other hand, many Christian psychologists have become so popular that to criticize their teaching is almost like attacking the Bible.Undoubtedly, most Christian psychologists are well intentioned people with a desire to help others. Good intentions, however, are not the issue. Nowhere in the Bible do we find God's accepting of people with good intentions who put aside the clear teaching of His Word. Much damage can be done with good intentions. As the adage goes – “The road to Hell is lined with good intentions.”In this Study, we address Psychology as a masterful counterfeit to the Truth of God's unadulterated Word of Life, and a weapon of Satan that is keeping many naïve ones away from Salvation's new birth miracle that can only be realized in Jesus Christ – and in Him alone!Support the showVisit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/

Last March, we had the opportunity of interviewing NPR national correspondent Sarah McCammon discussing the strategy and implementation of rigid conservative values in her book The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church. We are re-releasing both our conversations with Sarah in honor of the paperback release on February 18th. In this episode, we discuss the relationship between Trump and Evangelicals, the rise of religious NONES, why folks stay in EMPish (Evangelical, Mormon, Pentecostal) spaces, and grief around those who leave. Check out our advertisement for our new relationship coaching business, Let's Heal Together!

On today's “Extra” episode, Warren Smith reads an excerpt from his recently published book, A Lover's Quarrel With The Evangelical Church. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. Until next time, may God bless you.

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Sebastian talks to Megan Basham, author of the new book "Shepherds for Sale," about how and why Evangelical leaders in the United States have sold out to the Left, on issues ranging from woke politics to the Chinese Coronavirus lockdowns.Support the show: https://www.sebgorka.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Roth, a conservative civil rights attorney, shares his journey from being a libertarian atheist to becoming a religious conservative. He credits his transformation to influential figures and experiences, such as studying Russian literature and reading Jonathan Haidt's book 'The Righteous Mind'. He also discusses the impact of Jordan Peterson's ideas on his beliefs. Roth explains how his understanding of religion evolved and how he eventually embraced Judaism. He also shares his experience attending an evangelical church and the importance of giving his own heritage a chance. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Tim Alberta grew up in a conservative, republican, evangelical church, where his father was the pastor. He wanted to know why so many evangelical Christians had become extremists, and ardent supporters of Trump. Over the past 4 years, he traveled to churches around the country, reporting on pastors and congregants who backed Trump, and those who felt forced out of their church because they couldn't support him. His new book is The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory.