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Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 12:18-29Support the show

Maybe you have thought of “religion” as trying hard to live up to the Bible's teachings, and it has left you stuck and frustrated. You wish you were a better person. But you still lose control and make mistakes you're ashamed of. The good news of Jesus brings us joy, because Jesus, our King, lived the life we should have lived, died the death we should have died, and took our penalty for us so we can be part of God's everlasting, unshakeable kingdom. With Jesus as our King! So let's worship Him! Not to get on his good side. But to thank Him for giving us the perfect life!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Fixing our eyes on Jesus - Rev Donald Morrison (Retired)Series: Guest Preacher Preacher: Rev. Donald MorrisonLord's Day EveningDate: 31st May 2026Passage: Hebrews 12:1-29

Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 12:1-3.Support the show

Life is a race. We have to run it. And like any race, it has its difficulties and agonizing moments. How do we get through them? In a race, you keep your eyes on the finish line. In the race of life, we keep our eyes on Jesus. The sufferings God allows along the way will make us stronger. Our Heavenly Father wants what is best for us, and wants us to finish the race even more than we do! Jesus is the way! Jesus is our finish line! He finished everything for us by running his race to the cross for us. He made it possible for us to experience that joy with Him! Let's fix our eyes on Jesus!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 11.Support the show

As the saying goes, there are only two things you can count on in life: death and taxes. No matter how well your life goes or how awful it goes, death is something we all face as human beings. Escape from pain in this life is only temporary. We need something better to look forward to. God is better than anything life gives us or death can take away from us. We have the one thing that can give us what we need: the resurrection of Jesus! Because He lives, we will live! Christianity gives us something more than a story! It gives us an actual person raised from the dead. And He, Jesus, gives us the certainty of resurrection! He is our resurrection!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

There are two things people say you can count on in life: death and taxes. What if one of them no longer has the final word?No matter how well life goes — or how hard it gets — death is the one reality none of us can outrun. Pain, loss, and suffering are real. And no self-help strategy, no amount of willpower, no human philosophy offers a real answer to the deepest fear we all carry. We need something more than hope. We need something that has actually conquered the grave.That's exactly what Christianity offers. Not just a beautiful story. Not just a moral system. An actual person — raised bodily from the dead — who says: "Because I live, you also will live." In this message, Pastor Ben Kuerth opens Hebrews 11 to show us a long line of faithful men and women who pressed on through suffering, loss, and even death, because they were looking forward to something better. Their hope wasn't wishful thinking — it was anchored in the God who keeps His promises. And that same Jesus who conquered death is our resurrection too.If you're carrying the weight of grief, fear, or uncertainty about what comes next — this message is for you.

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Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 9:11-14Support the show

Living the Christian life isn't just about trying to be good or trying to do better. That will just lead to frustration. We have to understand how serious a problem we have. Guilt and shame are real, and without Jesus, we have no way to deal with guilt or shame. The only way to pay for guilt is with sacrifice. Forgiveness always costs… someone has to pay. The awesome thing about our God is that He doesn't demand our blood but offers his own. Jesus offered his own life to sacrifice for us. Once and for all. A sacrifice made on our behalf is what makes us what to “be good and do better” to experience the joy in life God wants us to have! The only thing that will give us complete rest is knowing Jesus loved us enough to be our sacrifice!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Keep Your Eyes on Jesus | Marcus De La Cruz | May 3, 2026| Sunday 10AM | Porterville, CA

What if trying harder is the wrong strategy altogether? What if the whole problem isn't effort — it's debt? We live in a world that tells us the Christian life is about being better, doing more, improving yourself. But that approach always ends the same way: frustration, burnout, and a nagging feeling that you're still not enough. The truth is, guilt and shame are real — and no amount of trying can pay what we owe. Forgiveness always costs something. Someone always has to pay. The stunning news of Hebrews is this: God didn't demand our blood. He offered His own. In this message, Pastor Ben Kuerth opens God's Word to show us that Jesus gave His life as the one-time, all-sufficient sacrifice for every sin — past, present, and future. That's not a call to be passive. That sacrifice is the very thing that frees and fuels us to live the joy-filled life God designed for us. Because when you truly know what Jesus did for you, you don't have to be motivated by guilt anymore. You get to live from grace.

Life can be a kind of “trial” in which you are trying to prove to others and yourself that you are good. We so desperately need to know what we look like and how we measure up when compared to others. That's why we need an advocate, someone who can speak for us. Jesus is the advocate we need. He doesn't plead our case to God. He demands justice for us from God because He already made the payment for us. Jesus gives you a completely new identity.  He removes all guilt from your life. He gives you a way to deal with discouragement and disappointment. And gives you a joy and courage to approach life with! If your advocate wins, you win! Because Jesus wins, we win!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 4:12-16 and Hebrews 7:23-25.Support the show

Life can feel like one long trial — constantly trying to prove to others (and to yourself) that you're good enough, that you measure up, that you belong. The verdict feels like it's always still out. But what if the courtroom isn't actually the problem? What if you just need a better Advocate? In this message, Pastor Ben Kuerth opens Hebrews 4:14–5:3 and 7:18–27 to introduce us to the only Advocate who can truly stand in our place. Jesus doesn't simply plead our case before God — He demands justice on our behalf, because He has already paid the full price for our sin. Through His perfect life, sacrificial death, and victorious resurrection, He has given us a completely new identity. The guilt is gone. The shame is silenced. The verdict is settled. And in its place, we are given courage and joy to face every disappointment and discouragement life throws at us. Because our Advocate has already won — we win, too. Primary Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-5:3; 7:18-27 Supporting Text: John 14:1-11 | 1 Peter 2:4-10 Series: Fix Our Eyes On Jesus Date: May 3, 2026 Support the showMoved to give? http://dschurch.link/givedoralFor more info about our church please visit our website: https://divinesaviorchurch.com/dscdor/

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The blind man near Jericho saw what many with physical sight could not: Jesus is the Messiah. In Luke 18, his faith pushed past the crowd, cried out for mercy, and received healing from the Lord. This episode reminds us that spiritual healing begins when we see our need, seek Christ in faith, and keep our focus fixed on Him.

We live in one of the most workaholic cultures in history. Technology makes it possible for us to work around the clock. We never escape our work. We get our identity, value, and worth from our work. It is hard for us to get real rest. Even when we take “vacations,” our focus and thoughts are on what we should be doing. God created us as human beings who need rest. Real rest is important. Real rest is a declaration of freedom from slavery. Real rest is being able to put something down because you are satisfied with it. Our sinful nature makes it impossible to have real rest. The only thing that can give us real rest is Jesus. In the same way a shepherd enables his sheep to rest, our Good Shepherd makes it possible for us to have true rest. Come to Him!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Pastor Stephen shares a message on Hebrews 4:1-11.Support the show

You weren't made to grind forever. You were made for rest — and only one Person can truly give it to you. We live in a culture that never stops. Work follows us everywhere. Even our vacations feel like obligations. We find our worth in productivity — and real rest feels impossible. But God designed you for something better. In Hebrews 4, we discover that true rest isn't a reward you earn — it's a gift Jesus gives. In this message from Hebrews 4:1-13, Pastor Ben Kuerth shows us that the rest we're all desperate for can only be found in Jesus — our Good Shepherd who carries what we were never meant to carry alone. Put it down. Come to Him. 

In this episode of The Harvest Podcast, Shawn Gray is joined by Brenna, Director of Contemporary Music, for a conversation on what it means to truly fix our eyes on Jesus. They explore how much of our dissatisfaction in life can be traced back to misplaced focus — and how we were created to behold Him.From the danger of growing too familiar with the sacred to the power of seeing Jesus clearly through worship and testimony, this episode invites listeners to re-center their attention on Christ, trusting that as we behold Him, we are transformed into His image. 

Pastor Stephen shares a message based on Hebrews 2:5-18.Support the show

A brother is someone who will come and help you, even when it isn't safe for him to do so. When life gets difficult, let's fix our eyes on our greatest brother, Jesus. He is our brother who came to help us, even at the cost of his life. A brother stands in front of your bully for you, fights your fight for you, puts himself between you and your enemy, even puts his life on the line for you. Jesus did this as our brother! But even better, He defeated death for us! He rose again! He is the One who has our back! And He's not ashamed to be called your “Brother.” He's proud of it! No matter what you've done! It doesn't matter what the world says about you. You have a brother who's proud of you!Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray |Welcome to Harvest! We are so grateful you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking to grow your faith or connect with others, we would love to tell you more about our church community.

You have a Brother who knows your name, took your punishment, defeated your enemy — and He's not ashamed to call you His own. No matter what you've been through, no matter what the world says about you — Jesus, your Brother, has your back. He stepped in when it wasn't safe to do so. He fought your fight. He faced your greatest enemy — sin and death — and He won. And He rose again. In this message from Hebrews 2:5-18, Pastor Ben Kuerth shows us that Jesus didn't just come as a Savior from a distance. He came as a Brother — fully human, fully present, fully committed to you. Fix your eyes on Him. 

What wind and waves have caught your attention? What storm has caused you to look away from Jesus? Let's learn what Peter learned. We must keep our eyes on Jesus. As the howl of the wind gets louder, we'll be tempted to become distracted. As the waves crash higher, we'll be enticed to look away. Main Points:1. Jesus is teaching us here that we are to keep our eyes on Him. No matter how big the storm is, Jesus is sufficient to see us through. The storm did not overwhelm Peter and his fellow disciples. Why? Because Jesus was with them.2. Let's hear the words of our savior. “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” In our humanity, we experience doubt when our problems become bigger to us than God. We battle doubt because we don't always know what God will do. We don't know how we will face this storm.3. Don't forget, you are not facing this storm alone. The one who is greater than the storm is with you. He has promised to never leave you or forsake you. He will get you out of the storm, or he will get you through the storm. Either way, Jesus will be with you.Today's Scripture Verses:Matthew 14:26-33 - “When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It's a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.” “Lord, if it's you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?” And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down. Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.” Hebrews 12:2 - “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith…”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Life isn't always easy. It's like being on a difficult journey, looking forward to rest. Along the way, we need to know we aren't alone. We need to know someone is with us. It is so helpful to hear someone's voice… to know you aren't alone. Jesus is how we know we aren't alone. Jesus is how God lets us know He is with us. Jesus is how God speaks to us. He's the first and last thing we need. The final Word from God. He isn't like anything else that promises it can help us through this life. We can't treat Him the same. Jesus is God talking to us. Jesus doesn't tell us how to get to God. Jesus is the way to God. The resurrected, living, Word of God! The last word from God we'll ever need.Support the show~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTubeInstagram @dscsienna

Pastor Stephen kicks off our new series with a message on Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:1-14.Support the show

When life feels hard and the journey is long, you need more than advice — you need a Word that can carry you through. Jesus isn't just a guide pointing us toward God. He IS the living, resurrected Word of God — speaking directly to you, walking with you, giving you exactly what you need.In this message, Pastor Ben Kuerth explores Hebrews 1:1–4 and 2:1–4 to show us that Jesus is the ultimate, final Word from God — greater than anything that came before. This isn't just ancient history; it's a lifeline for today. When you feel alone on a difficult journey, Jesus is God's voice assuring you: You are not alone. He doesn't just show us the way to God — He IS the Way. The Resurrected, Living Word. The last Word you'll ever need.

Title: Keeping our eyes on JesusSpeaker: Pastor Phil HaddadDate: 1st February 2026Location: Adelaide, Australia In this episode, the message centres on keeping our eyes on Jesus in a world full of noise, pressure, and distraction. It reflects on how easily life can pull our focus away through busyness, fear, hardship, or uncertainty, and reminds us that the Lord always calls us back to himself. Rather than trying to solve everything alone, the encouragement is to look to Jesus for wisdom, direction, and peace. Drawing from Hebrews, Isaiah, the Gospels, and the letters of Paul, this episode shows that Jesus is both the example and the answer. Just as he endured the cross with purpose, God’s people are called to stay fixed on him through every circumstance. The message also highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in helping us truly know Jesus, understand spiritual things, and keep moving forward with faith even when the way ahead feels narrow or unclear. Key points / takeaways Distraction does not always come through obvious sin; it can also come through busyness, pressure, and gradually drifting from the things of God. Jesus is the author and finisher of faith, and his example teaches how to stay steady when life feels loud, uncertain, or painful. The Holy Spirit enables people to truly know Jesus, understand spiritual truth, and find hope, direction, and strength in every season. Reference scriptures used Hebrews 2:1–9 Hebrews 12:2 Isaiah 53:3–5, 7–8, 12 Matthew 14:22–31 1 Corinthians 2:9–13 2 Corinthians 4:1, 5–10 1 Peter 1:8 Also referenced in the message Mark 16:17–18 Luke 24:49 Matthew 6:33 Matthew 11:28–30 Hebrews 13:5 1 Peter 5:7 The woman with the issue of blood Blind Bartimaeus The man born blind Lazarus The woman at the well Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com © 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Endurance is not just about strength—it's about focus. In Part 2 of Run With Endurance, we shift our attention to the One who makes finishing possible: Jesus. Drawing from Hebrews 12:2–3, the story of Peter walking on the water in Matthew 14, and Paul's relentless pursuit in Philippians 3, this episode reveals a powerful truth: when your focus drifts, your faith weakens—but when your eyes stay on Jesus, you find strength to keep going. If you've been feeling weary, distracted, or close to giving up, this episode will call you back to what matters most—fixing your eyes on Christ and pressing forward no matter what.

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In this episode, I interview Garron Endicott. He shares his story about how God used his little sister's words to guide him to the best view.

Scripture calls us to fix our eyes on Jesus—not people—because He alone is perfect and unchanging. This devotional reminds us that when our faith is rooted in Christ, it remains steady even when others fall short. Highlights Focus Matters: Faith falters when placed in people instead of Jesus (Hebrews 12:2). Human Leaders Fall: Even trusted spiritual leaders are imperfect and can fail. Follow Christ Alone: We are called to follow Jesus, not build our faith around individuals (Matthew 4:19). Guard Your Heart: Hiding God’s Word in our hearts protects us from stumbling (Psalm 119:11). Discernment is Key: Jesus calls us to recognize truth by the fruit people produce (Matthew 7:16-20). Unshakable Foundation: A faith rooted in God remains steady despite circumstances (Hebrews 12:28). Intersecting Faith & Life When leaders fall, it can feel disorienting and discouraging. But these moments are an opportunity to realign our focus. Jesus is the only perfect example, the only Savior who endured the cross, and the only one worthy of our complete trust. This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Keep Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus By Lynette Kittle Bible Reading: “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” - Hebrews 12:2 Recent and ongoing scandals involving pastors, churches, and ministries—leaders who fail and fall short in their service and devotion to God—have been devastating for many believers in Jesus Christ. This is especially true for those who closely followed these leaders, hanging on their every word, listening, trusting, and at times valuing what they said as more important than the Word of God itself. The exposure of immorality, misconduct, dishonesty, and deception takes a terrible toll on those who once placed unwavering faith in these men and women who positioned themselves as spokespersons for God. When these leaders’ sinful activities are uncovered, it rattles some followers to their spiritual cores. Faith begins to stumble when it has been placed more in people than in God. In many cases, it reveals that instead of focusing on the Lord, their eyes, ears, and attention were centered on the leaders they admired. Yet none of those leaders suffered and endured the cross or experienced separation from God on our behalf. When tempted, they were not willing to lay down their human desires and sinful impulses, much less their lives, for us. Called to Be Fishermen, Not Establish Our Own Kingdoms God never intended for us to be followers of men. We are called to be fishers of people, but followers of Christ alone. As Matthew 4:19 records: “‘Come, follow Me,’ Jesus said, ‘and I will send you out to fish for people.’” He calls us to follow Him and to hide His Word in our hearts. When we do, it protects our hearts and minds from stumbling. It guards us against falling into unbelief because of another person’s sin. Psalm 119:11 reminds us of this safeguard: “I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.” The Apostle Paul further explains in 2 Corinthians 3:3 how God writes His Word on our hearts when we yield to Him: “You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.” When we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, we do not collapse like a line of dominoes when trusted spiritual leaders fail. Our hearts may grieve over their sin, but our faith remains steady. Hebrews 12:28 reminds us that when our focus is on God, we stand on an unshakable foundation: “Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” Jesus warned us to remain watchful. In Matthew 7:15, He cautions: “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.” He also assures us that we can discern the difference between genuine followers and deceivers. As He explains in Matthew 7:16-20: “By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them.” Intersecting Faith & Life: Have you been devastated by a spiritual leader’s sin? Has your faith been shaken by their failings? If so, ask God to help redirect your focus on Him and fix your eyes on Jesus. Further Reading: Fix Your Eyes on Jesus Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Your Life Follows Your Focus (Part 2): Fix Your Eyes on Jesus In a world where everyone is competing for your attention, learning to focus may be one of the most important spiritual disciplines a disciple can develop. In this second episode in his Power of Focus series, Rob Skinner shares a powerful message from a recent sermon in Boston about why disciples of Jesus must intentionally direct their attention toward Christ. Philippians 2 calls believers to have the same mindset as Christ Jesus—a mindset marked by humility, sacrifice, and obedience. But the challenge is that the world constantly pulls our focus in other directions. Comparison. Success. Approval. Pleasure. Entertainment. Just like racehorses wear blinders to keep their eyes fixed on the track, disciples must decide where their attention will go. When racehorses look sideways, they slow down and lose the race. In the same way, when believers constantly compare themselves with others or chase distractions, they lose spiritual focus. The solution is simple but powerful: Fix your attention on Jesus. In this episode, Rob shares a practical spiritual habit called Christ-focused reading—spending intentional time in passages of Scripture that reveal the character and identity of Jesus. Passages like: • Philippians 2 – The humility of Christ • Colossians 1 – The supremacy of Christ • The Sermon on the Mount – The teachings of Christ By slowly reflecting on these passages and asking, "What does this reveal about Jesus?" disciples begin to absorb His character and imitate His example. Transformation doesn't happen by accident. It happens when we intentionally direct our attention toward Christ. Because in the end, your life truly follows your focus. Key Scriptures Philippians 2:5–11 "In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus…" Colossians 1:15–17 "He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation…" Practical Challenge Try this simple practice this week: Spend time reading passages that focus directly on the character of Jesus. Slow down. Reflect on what the passage reveals about Him. Ask yourself: How can I imitate this today? Because discipleship is not about perfection. It's about direction and attention. Support the Podcast If this episode encouraged you: • Subscribe to Rob's weekly newsletter: https://robskinner.com • Read Rob's latest book: The 10X Christian Available on Amazon or RobSkinner.com. Rob's mission is to inspire you to live a no-regrets life, make this life count, and multiply disciples, leaders, and churches.

Based on the book Crazy Love by Francis Chan - Chapter 6Where is your focus? On all the things and people around you? If you want to handle all of that, we must first look vertically to God. And not just look at Him, we must RUN to HIM. Don't let anything else slow us down, and don't get distracted. Run to Jesus and don't stop!

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Fix Your Eyes On Jesus" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, March 15th, 2026 - 11:00​AM) For more information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy

How do you get through the messy-ness of life? Be encouraged as Tom Pounder shares about how fixing our eyes on Jesus in messy times helps us. 00:00 - Introduction01:19 - Hebrews 1203:00 - Matthew 604:52 - ConclusionShare your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

“Those who are well have no need for a physician, but those who are sick. I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance.” — Jesus, Luke 5 Luke 8:40-56

Confusion often sets in when life takes an unexpected turn—when hurt, disappointment, opposition, or spiritual attack clouds our perspective. From Psalm 71, this episode explains that the answer is not figuring everything out but choosing to trust the Lord. Focusing on confusion only deepens it, but fixing our eyes on Christ steadies the heart because God remains sovereign over every secondary cause. True deliverance comes not through self-effort but “in thy righteousness,” as Christ's enablement is expressed through dependent obedience and moment-by-moment reliance on Him.Topics DiscussedPsalm 71 and the problem of spiritual confusionHow focusing on hurt, frustration, or disappointment multiplies itTrust as the biblical cure for confusionGod's sovereignty over secondary causes and difficult circumstancesDeliverance “in thy righteousness”Dependent obedience and Christ's supernatural enablementPassive deliverance from sin's powerPeter walking on the water as an illustration of misplaced focusLiving by continual divine interventionKey TakeawaysWhat you focus on will shape your spiritual experience.Trust displaces confusion because it rests in God's character, not circumstances.God is at work even when events seem contradictory or painful.Self-dependent righteousness cannot deliver; Christ's righteousness can.The Christian life is lived through total surrender and total dependence. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Are you searching for love in all the wrong places? In this powerful teaching, Pastor Jeff Schreve shares biblical wisdom on how to look to the Lord first when it comes to relationships. Discover how to be discerning, avoid painful pitfalls, and let God lead you to the right person in His perfect way.

In this episode of Pray the Word on Genesis 19:26, David Platt asks God to help us fix our eyes on Jesus and not hold back from his calling.Explore more content from Radical.