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God's love for His children is deeper than we can fully comprehend. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that God not only redeemed us for eternity, but He also walks with us through every season of life—comforting, protecting, delivering, and sustaining us. Before the foundation of the world, God knew His people by name. He orchestrated every detail of our lives, opened our eyes to His great salvation, and gave us the Holy Spirit to teach us, guide us, and remind us of Christ's words. Yet when trouble comes, many pray as though God must be persuaded to care, failing to remember the depth of His love already displayed at the cross. Dr. Youssef warns that too many believers live beneath their spiritual privileges. Instead of standing on God's promises, they surrender to fear, anxiety, and discouragement. But the child of God has access to the limitless resources of heaven. We are not powerless, and we are never alone. When trials come, the Holy Spirit strengthens us, the Word of God guides us, and the presence of Christ surrounds us. Our hope is not rooted in human ability or favorable circumstances, but in the unchanging character of our faithful Savior, who has already won the victory through His death and resurrection. As Christians, we can turn to God with confidence, knowing we are His beloved children, and pray: Lord, we both know that I'm in trouble, but I know Your Word says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1). I am confident that You have already blessed me with every spiritual blessing. You have given me all the strength I need to face these problems. I know that You are walking with me and that You promised never to leave me nor forsake me (Hebrews 13:5). I thank You for hearing my concerns and for providing a solution. Help me to discern Your will and to obey You faithfully. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.
Today's culture tells us that self-image, self-esteem, self-acceptance, and self-fulfillment are the keys to happiness. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that placing the self at the center is like drinking salt water—the more we consume, the thirstier we become. True contentment does not come from self-fulfillment. It comes from discovering the treasure house Jesus Christ opens to all who surrender their lives to Him. Paul declares that God has blessed believers “in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.” In Jesus, we receive the only source of authentic worth, lasting contentment, deep joy, and true fulfillment. Dr. Youssef reminds us that many Christians live as though they are spiritually impoverished while possessing immeasurable riches in Christ. We search the world for significance, approval, and satisfaction, forgetting that God has already deposited every blessing necessary for victorious living into our spiritual account. In Christ, you are forgiven, adopted, redeemed, and eternally secure. No achievement, relationship, possession, or worldly pursuit can compare with the eternal riches found in Him. As you walk closely with Christ and fix your mind on heavenly treasures, you will discover the fullness of joy that cannot be shaken by changing circumstances. Pray with me. Father God, thank You for blessing me with every spiritual blessing in Christ. When I find myself seeking self-fulfillment, help me to remember that I already have a treasure house full of blessings and that all I could ever need for fulfillment is found in You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.
In Part Two of our series "Writing The Vision" Bill Gruhlkey teaches that when you ask God to bless, heal, or provide, you can be praying from the wrong place because Scripture says He has already given you "all things" (2 Peter 1:3) and has already "blessed us with every spiritual blessing" (Ephesians 1:3). They explain that what you see manifested depends on what you believe and how you act, so you must participate by gaining knowledge of Him, using spiritual authority, and speaking to your body and circumstances rather than just telling God about the problem. Using the cross and "by His stripes we were healed/were healed" (Isaiah 53; 1 Peter 2:24), Bill compares healing to salvation by faith. This episode will encourage you to read Ephesians, write your vision down, and trust the Father's love through the example of the prodigal son. This episode concludes with an invitation for you to pray to receive Jesus and connect at billandroger.com. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Stop Asking for Blessing 00:26 All Things Already Given 01:37 Speak Healing Authority 03:01 When Healing Delays 05:09 Knowledge Unlocks Faith 06:35 Denali Keys Illustration 09:09 Every Spiritual Blessing 10:43 Believe and Act It Out 14:49 Write the Vision Down 15:54 Prodigal Father Love 25:44 Salvation Prayer Invitation 26:45 Connect and Partner Outro Connect with Bill & Roger Ministries: www.billandroger.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064668460680
This week, Pastor Scott Hand preaches from the book of Colossians. The message is based in Ephesians 1:1-3 and is entitled "Introduction to Ephesians (Every Spiritual Blessing)." The main idea of the sermon is: The Apostle Paul writes to the Ephesian church to unfold the blessings of God so that believers will worship God and be strengthened to walk worthy of their calling in Christ.———————— Connect with Us: Website: parkwoodonline.org Facebook: facebook.com/parkwoodonline Instagram: instagram.com/parkwoodonline.org Check out more resources and sermons online at: parkwoodonline.org
We are so honoured to have Mark Colwell, our District Director of Emerging Leader Development, share a timely word with us - you have every spiritual blessing available to you, but have you been accessing it? Don't let another day go by without applying this message to your life!
We cannot separate the blessings of salvation from the One in whom they are found and experienced, Jesus Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the interconnected way we should think about the person and work of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/every-spiritual-blessing-in-christ/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
What does it mean to be blessed? What are the spiritual blessings? What is the significance of the word "every"? What is meant by heavenly places? This is an exploration of the true meaning of the blessed Christian life.
Paul reminds us of our abundant blessings. Click here watch on YouTube.
Saturday is review day on The Daily Promise. Every Saturday, we review the promises of the week so we can allow them to go deep into our hearts and lives. Here are the promises we covered this week. Malachi 3:6 – Our God Never Changes. Ephesians 1:3 – Every Spiritual Blessing. Genesis 1:27 – You Are Made in God's Image. John 7:39 – The Holy Spirit Has Been Given to You. Psalm 103:8 – God's Abounding Love.
Today's Promise: Ephesians 3:1 You are more blessed than you realize. In this encouraging episode, we explore the powerful truth of Ephesians 1:3 and what it really means to be blessed with every spiritual blessing in Christ. This is not wishful thinking. It is a present reality grounded in God's love and grace. Discover how the Holy Spirit is actively working in your life right now, bringing favor, purpose, and strength in every season. Learn why God's blessings are not earned but given freely, and how recognizing them changes the way you live, think, and worship. If you have ever questioned whether God is working in your life, this episode will renew your confidence and lift your perspective. No matter what you are facing today, you can walk in His blessing and trust that He is moving on your behalf. Take hold of this promise and step into the fullness of what God has already given you.
Welcome to this week's episode of the Carpe Fide podcast. We usually sit down to record together, but due to some unexpected audio issues, we are sharing a powerful recent sermon from Justin instead. In this message, titled "Every Spiritual Blessing: Unending Grace," Justin dives into Ephesians 1:7c–8a to explore the incomprehensible nature of God's unmerited favor. While human beings naturally define grace as giving from our limited, finite possessions—much like John D. Rockefeller handing out mere dimes from his vast wealth—God operates on a completely different scale. He gives strictly according to His limitless riches, pouring out an influx of grace so massive that it totally destabilizes humanity's finite concepts of economy, just as Mansa Musa's wealth disrupted the gold standard. We invite you to listen, allow God's kindness to lead you to repentance, and rejoice in the inexhaustible vault of unending grace provided by our loving Father. LINKS Visit carpefide.com and check out our BRAND NEW SITE, hunt for our Easter Egg to win a sticker! Use code CARPE FIDE for 10% off your book purchase at Mud Hen Mama's main site Check out the discounted Men's and Women's bundles for our listeners at Old Forge Press We have RELAUNCHED our store! New shirts, colorways, and shipping options are YOURS for the taking (well, buying really, but you know what I'm talking about...) Head to carpefide.com/shop today to grab your new gear! Visit offgridwarehouse.com and use code CF10 for 10% off your offgrid order!! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW! This year we're making an effort to grow our podcast without being cringey. That said, some cringe must happen, and that's happening now. Please head over to iTunes to leave a rating and a comment, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us on all the socials to keep up to date, and most of all, leave us some feedback and dialogue with us. You can also drop us a line at hello@carpefide.com
John Strain | Recorded April 19, 2025
John Strain | Recorded April 19, 2025
What is the result of salvation? The salvation which is in Jesus Christ is a full and abundant salvation, and there is literally no end to the blessings which it offers to us. It is a place of fulness of blessing, of all-sufficiency, of final satisfaction.
Welcome back to the Carpe Fide podcast! For this episode, we are taking a brief break from our usual programming to share a special sermon recently preached at Missio Dei Church. In this message, we dive deep into Ephesians 1:7 to explore the incredible spiritual gift of redemption. The sermon examines the believer's profound transition from the infinite past of being chosen by God into the immediate present reality of living fully "in Him". You will hear an exposition on what it truly means to be ransomed from a state of total slavery to sin and brought into total freedom—purchased not with perishable things like silver or gold, but through the precious, shed blood of Christ. We also explore the breathtaking biblical reality of complete forgiveness, looking at how God has removed our sins as far as the east is from the west, wiped them out like a thick fog, and cast them into the unreachable depths of the ocean where they are remembered no more. Finally, this message challenges us to leave behind any lingering guilt or shame, encouraging us to approach God's throne boldly as His children and to live out our days as "happy, glad warriors for righteousness". Tune in to be reminded of the eternal freedom, transformed identity, and joyful purpose we have been given in Jesus! LINKS Use code CARPE FIDE for 10% off your book purchase at Mud Hen Mama's main site Check out the discounted Men's and Women's bundles for our listeners at Old Forge Press We have RELAUNCHED our store! New shirts, colorways, and shipping options are YOURS for the taking (well, buying really, but you know what I'm talking about...) Head to carpefide.com/shop today to grab your new gear! Visit offgridwarehouse.com and use code CF10 for 10% off your offgrid order!! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW! This year we're making an effort to grow our podcast without being cringey. That said, some cringe must happen, and that's happening now. Please head over to iTunes to leave a rating and a comment, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us on all the socials to keep up to date, and most of all, leave us some feedback and dialogue with us. You can also drop us a line at hello@carpefide.com
Ephesians 1:3-14 is a powerful song of praise and adoration to the Triune God. Paul's single paragraph of praise to the Father for the blessings so richly lavished on us in the Son and through the Spirit gives us every reason to sing, to praise, to worship, and to live for our God. Purposed before time by the Father, secured in real time by the Son, and sealed for all time by the Spirit, the saving purpose of the Triune God cannot and will not be hindered. This gospel of God is unstoppable. Listen to this second Sunday in our five part series, God's Unhindered Word: Fifty Years and Counting. Danny Brooks was Heritage's preaching pastor from 1998–2016 and is now the pastor for preaching at Gospel Hope Church in Riverton, Utah.
What does it actually mean to have “every spiritual blessing” in Christ?In Week 4 of our Ephesians series, we look closely at Ephesians 1:3 and unpack what Paul means when he says God “has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.”This message challenges a common assumption: that blessing is mainly about health, comfort, or success. Paul points us somewhere deeper. The greatest blessings aren't physical. They're spiritual. They're rooted in who we are in Christ.In this sermon we explore:Why God's blessing comes before our praiseThe difference between physical and spiritual blessingWhat it means to be “in Christ”The role of the Holy Spirit in our livesWhy no curse, accusation, or past failure defines youHow Romans 8 anchors our identity in the love of GodIf you've ever felt defined by your past, weighed down by shame, or afraid of what's been spoken over your life, this message is for you.If you are in Christ, you are not cursed.You are not abandoned.You are not defined by what's been done to you.You are blessed. And nothing can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus.
An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about Abide and discipleship go to www.crosswalkvillage.com/discipleshipPlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!
Ephesians 1:1-14 (NKJV)Andrew and Edwin discuss counting our blessings and making sure to include the heavenly ones.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24619The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
In this sermon, Justin dives into the deep theological waters of Ephesians 1:5-6 to explore the tension of divine election and the overwhelming reality of God's grace. Have you ever found yourself wanting to "pause" the Bible's song of praise to lodge a formal complaint with the Creator about fairness?. We tackle the struggle of our finite minds trying to grasp infinite truths, shifting the cultural question of "How dare God choose?" to the truly shocking biblical question: "How dare God save?". Discover why God's plan of salvation and adoption existed before the foundation of the world, why He took "good pleasure" in redeeming us while we were still His enemies, and how Jesus, the Beloved, makes us recipients of "grace upon grace". It's time to stop arguing with the Manager, unpause the music, and sing along with the doxology of His glorious grace!. LINKS Use code CARPE FIDE for 10% off your book purchase at Mud Hen Mama's main site Check out the discounted Men's and Women's bundles for our listeners at Old Forge Press We have RELAUNCHED our store! New shirts, colorways, and shipping options are YOURS for the taking (well, buying really, but you know what I'm talking about...) Head to carpefide.com/shop today to grab your new gear! Visit offgridwarehouse.com and use code CF10 for 10% off your offgrid order!! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW! This year we're making an effort to grow our podcast without being cringey. That said, some cringe must happen, and that's happening now. Please head over to iTunes to leave a rating and a comment, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us on all the socials to keep up to date, and most of all, leave us some feedback and dialogue with us. You can also drop us a line at hello@carpefide.com We love hearing from you guys!
Paul starts out the letter of Ephesians with some of the richest descriptions of God's love and mercy, poured out to us in Christ Jesus. He makes it perfectly clear that God is the originator of all of these blessings. Yet, often times we feel isolated, alone, and unable to move forward. We'll explore how we can live out God's great blessings as we walk worthy of the calling. Join us and bring a friend!
Paul starts out the letter of Ephesians with some of the richest descriptions of God's love and mercy, poured out to us in Christ Jesus. He makes it perfectly clear that God is the originator of all of these blessings. Yet, often times we feel isolated, alone, and unable to move forward. We'll explore how we can live out God's great blessings as we walk worthy of the calling. Join us and bring a friend!
Paul starts out the letter of Ephesians with some of the richest descriptions of God's love and mercy, poured out to us in Christ Jesus. He makes it perfectly clear that God is the originator of all of these blessings. Yet, often times we feel isolated, alone, and unable to move forward. We'll explore how we can live out God's great blessings as we walk worthy of the calling. Join us and bring a friend!
We have another sermon for you this week! Why settle for the "crumbs" of religious entertainment when the Master has invited us to the actual meal? In this exposition of Ephesians 1:4, we confront the weight and glory of the doctrine of Election. Before the stars existed or the foundations of the world were laid, God chose a people—not based on merit or data, but in the sufficient counsel of His own will,. This episode challenges us to stop building "finite mud kingdoms" and go to war against the distractions that compete for our worship, inviting us to find the ultimate joy of standing holy and blameless before our Father. Preached by Justin at Missio Dei Church LINKS Use code CARPE FIDE for 10% off your book purchase at Mud Hen Mama's main site Check out the discounted Men's and Women's bundles for our listeners at Old Forge Press We have RELAUNCHED our store! New shirts, colorways, and shipping options are YOURS for the taking (well, buying really, but you know what I'm talking about...) Head to carpefide.com/shop today to grab your new gear! Visit offgridwarehouse.com and use code CF10 for 10% off your offgrid order!! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW! This year we're making an effort to grow our podcast without being cringey. That said, some cringe must happen, and that's happening now. Please head over to iTunes to leave a rating and a comment, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us on all the socials to keep up to date, and most of all, leave us some feedback and dialogue with us. You can also drop us a line at hello@carpefide.com We love hearing from you guys!
Jan. 24 & 25, 2026 - Blessed With Every Spiritual BlessingPastor Ed TaylorEphesians 1:2-4 | Study #14902EPHESIANS
In Part 1 of his series on Ephesians, Rabbi Schiller looks at the blessings we have if we're “in” Messiah Y'Shua, including Adoption & Redemption; how we're responsible for our choices; and how we can know we have these blessings if His grace is glorious and beautiful to you and captures your heart.
Marvel on Ephesians 1 and the eternal blessings God gives to each of His children. No matter what kind of day you've had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight's meditation is read by Lucy. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.Send us a text message to let us know how we can make the Evening Meditations an even better experience for you!Support the showYou can now share the Evening Meditations through the updated Our Daily Bread app! If you've not done so already, download it for free from your app store.We hope that you have enjoyed this Evening Meditation from Our Daily Bread Ministries! You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: ourdailybread.org/meditation. All our funding comes from our listeners, like you, who value what we do and want to help us reach more people. You can make a donation towards our mission at eveningmeditations.org.
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Through His grace, God gives us the ability to be settled with peace, and He gives us this new identity to be set apart to Him.
Christian Praise is I. Trinitarian. II. Grateful. III. Father-Focused. IV. Christ-Centered. V. Spirit-Appreciative
This week, Chase walks through verses 1-14 of Ephesians 1, taking special note of the phrase "In Christ" and similar prepositional phrases which are found throughout the book. Description Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.
This week, Chase walks through verses 1-14 of Ephesians 1, taking special note of the phrase "In Christ" and similar prepositional phrases which are found throughout the book. Description Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.
We cannot separate the blessings of salvation from the One in whom they are found and experienced, Jesus Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the interconnected way we should think about the person and work of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/every-spiritual-blessing-in-christ/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts