Podcasts about faith in god

The Faith of Christians, Churches, and Nations Can Be Tested and Doubts Arise in Today's World; However, God Is Faithful and Will Not Forsake You MESSAGE SUMMARY: God will never leave you or forsake you. Even when difficulties arise and you are tempted to walk away from your faith, God will not leave you. When you are tempted to doubt God, remember that God is faithful. When the Apostles questioned Jesus about faith and prayer, Jesus told the Apostles, in Mathew 21:21-22, that your faith is powerful and that God will respond to your faith: “And Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, I say to you, if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only do what has been done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,' it will happen. And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.'”. Hold, unswervingly, to the hope and faith you profess because God, who promised us, is faithful. While you are endeavoring to hold onto your faith in God and Jesus' Gospel, you need to always remember the faithfulness of God, even in those times in which you may be doubting or questioning your faith. Do not give up your faith!   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, fill me with the simple trust that even out of the most awful evil around me, you are able to bring great good — for me, for others, and for your great glory. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 91). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be ashamed of the Gospel. I will not be ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes (including me). From Romans 1:16 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Psalms 91:1-10; Mathew 28:16-20; Mathew 6:25-34; Psalms 18b:11-20. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Following Jesus – Jesus Calls Us to Follow Him Without Reservations”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

​Positioning ourselves to pray in powerful ways involves an understanding of faith. Welcome to Moody Presents, teaching from the Bible, by the president of the Moody Bible Isntitute, Dr. Mark Jobe. If you've been with us you'll know we are completing our series in James today! Let's get right at increasing our faith in God through prayer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Believers Voice of Victory Audio Broadcast for Thursday 8/18/2022. Everything is going to be all right for those in the household of faith! Watch Believer's Voice of Victory as Pastors George and Terri Pearsons share how there is nothing you can't prevent, change or overcome when you take your stand in faith on the Word of God. Develop confidence to put your faith in God's supply chain today!

Believers Voice of Victory Video Broadcast for Thursday 8/18/2022. Everything is going to be all right for those in the household of faith! Watch Believer's Voice of Victory as Pastors George and Terri Pearsons share how there is nothing you can't prevent, change or overcome when you take your stand in faith on the Word of God. Develop confidence to put your faith in God's supply chain today!

This nation was born out of faith in God.  Freedom will only continue if that faith remains forthright and strong.  Our nation is declining because it has removed God from His rightful place.  In this episode, Harriett reminds you that you, as parents, play a major role in restoring the faith.

REBROADCAST: This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I'm chatting with bestselling author and speaker, Nicki Koziarz. As a part of Proverbs 31 Ministries, she speaks nationally at conferences, retreats, and meetings and hosts her own podcast. An evangelist at heart, Nicki inspires others to become the best version of who God created them to be. Nicki and her husband and three girls run a small farm just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, which they affectionately call The Fixer Upper Farm. Key Points from Our Conversation: “The timing of God is never rushed by the impatience of man.” Although the idea for Flooded was the concept for her first book, it was rejected several times. Instead, she wrote it in the midst of deep loss, grief, and stress. After losing her mom to cancer and her brother to suicide just two years apart, Nicki's faith was shaken. Doubt started stirring inside of her and she wondered how she could trust God again. When it comes to our faith, we have to be intentional about making decisions that strengthen us and combat the doubt inside of us. Wishful thinking uses scripture as a band-aid by applying promises God made to others to our situations. Biblical hope is taking the time to understand the scriptures, which promises are for us, and what we can claim through faith today. For every struggle we face, there's someone in scripture who's gone through it who can teach what it's like to overcome with faith in God. She was drawn to the story of Noah who made 5 steps of faith. Noah's first step was walking with God. Walking with God is a private, holy place where we decide to get into the trenches with God. This is where we get our strength. Noah's second step was listening to God. It's easy to use the noise around us as comfort or distraction. It's an incredible spiritual discipline to practice being still with God. The voice of God will never tell you anything that contradicts scripture or anything that goes against His character. The brain never stops changing – you can stop believing something at any point. Rising above doubt will require you to retrain your brain. You can't protect yourself from naysayers, but it's up to you what you do with their words. If you're struggling with doubt, you're not alone. “God, if I have it wrong show me the right way. But if I have it right, help me to stand still until I have this promise fulfilled.” There are times when we get it wrong and we should admit that. We need to do the hard work of being still and wait for growth. Let's Get Real Practical: When your emotions are flooded, start by taking time out and doing something to calm down, then practice deep breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation. Connect with Nicki: website | Instagram | Facebook Connect with Rachael: website | Instagram | Facebook

The Book of Job The Question of the Ages—Why? The ULTIMATE Test of Integrity Job 2:7 (NIV) – [7] So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and afflicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the top of his head. [8] Then Job took a piece of broken pottery and scraped himself with it as he sat among the ashes. [9] His wife said to him, “Are you still holding on to your integrity? Curse God and die! [10] He replied, “You are talking like a foolish woman. Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble?” In all this, Job did not sin in what he said. 1. Satan has the power to inflict people with sickness and disease. 2. Health problems will truly test our integrity. 3. Marriage will test our integrity. a. The trials of life will test a marriage relationship. b. Job’s wife commands him to just curse God and die. c. Her statement is very revealing about her own relationship and belief about God. d. Job’s wife reacts out of her own pain. e. When Job needed his wife the most, she is not able to be there for him. Job 19:17 (NLT) – [17] My breath is repulsive to my wife. I am rejected by my own family. f. Now Job felt totally alone. 4. Our integrity is tested in how much we are willing to accept from God. a. Job’s faith is absolutely amazing; he is willing to accept both good and bad from God. b. Job has incredible faith in God, though his view of God may be a little distorted. 5. The ULTIMATE test of integrity is that when all is said and done, we have not sinned in what we say.

With family: Ruth 2; Acts 27 Ruth 2 (Listen) Ruth Meets Boaz 2 Now Naomi had a relative of her husband's, a worthy man of the clan of Elimelech, whose name was Boaz. 2 And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.” 3 So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech. 4 And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The LORD be with you!” And they answered, “The LORD bless you.” 5 Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” 6 And the servant who was in charge of the reapers answered, “She is the young Moabite woman, who came back with Naomi from the country of Moab. 7 She said, ‘Please let me glean and gather among the sheaves after the reapers.' So she came, and she has continued from early morning until now, except for a short rest.”1 8 Then Boaz said to Ruth, “Now, listen, my daughter, do not go to glean in another field or leave this one, but keep close to my young women. 9 Let your eyes be on the field that they are reaping, and go after them. Have I not charged the young men not to touch you? And when you are thirsty, go to the vessels and drink what the young men have drawn.” 10 Then she fell on her face, bowing to the ground, and said to him, “Why have I found favor in your eyes, that you should take notice of me, since I am a foreigner?” 11 But Boaz answered her, “All that you have done for your mother-in-law since the death of your husband has been fully told to me, and how you left your father and mother and your native land and came to a people that you did not know before. 12 The LORD repay you for what you have done, and a full reward be given you by the LORD, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge!” 13 Then she said, “I have found favor in your eyes, my lord, for you have comforted me and spoken kindly to your servant, though I am not one of your servants.” 14 And at mealtime Boaz said to her, “Come here and eat some bread and dip your morsel in the wine.” So she sat beside the reapers, and he passed to her roasted grain. And she ate until she was satisfied, and she had some left over. 15 When she rose to glean, Boaz instructed his young men, saying, “Let her glean even among the sheaves, and do not reproach her. 16 And also pull out some from the bundles for her and leave it for her to glean, and do not rebuke her.” 17 So she gleaned in the field until evening. Then she beat out what she had gleaned, and it was about an ephah2 of barley. 18 And she took it up and went into the city. Her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned. She also brought out and gave her what food she had left over after being satisfied. 19 And her mother-in-law said to her, “Where did you glean today? And where have you worked? Blessed be the man who took notice of you.” So she told her mother-in-law with whom she had worked and said, “The man's name with whom I worked today is Boaz.” 20 And Naomi said to her daughter-in-law, “May he be blessed by the LORD, whose kindness has not forsaken the living or the dead!” Naomi also said to her, “The man is a close relative of ours, one of our redeemers.” 21 And Ruth the Moabite said, “Besides, he said to me, ‘You shall keep close by my young men until they have finished all my harvest.'” 22 And Naomi said to Ruth, her daughter-in-law, “It is good, my daughter, that you go out with his young women, lest in another field you be assaulted.” 23 So she kept close to the young women of Boaz, gleaning until the end of the barley and wheat harvests. And she lived with her mother-in-law. Footnotes [1] 2:7 Compare Septuagint, Vulgate; the meaning of the Hebrew phrase is uncertain [2] 2:17 An ephah was about 3/5 bushel or 22 liters (ESV) Acts 27 (Listen) Paul Sails for Rome 27 And when it was decided that we should sail for Italy, they delivered Paul and some other prisoners to a centurion of the Augustan Cohort named Julius. 2 And embarking in a ship of Adramyttium, which was about to sail to the ports along the coast of Asia, we put to sea, accompanied by Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica. 3 The next day we put in at Sidon. And Julius treated Paul kindly and gave him leave to go to his friends and be cared for. 4 And putting out to sea from there we sailed under the lee of Cyprus, because the winds were against us. 5 And when we had sailed across the open sea along the coast of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia. 6 There the centurion found a ship of Alexandria sailing for Italy and put us on board. 7 We sailed slowly for a number of days and arrived with difficulty off Cnidus, and as the wind did not allow us to go farther, we sailed under the lee of Crete off Salmone. 8 Coasting along it with difficulty, we came to a place called Fair Havens, near which was the city of Lasea. 9 Since much time had passed, and the voyage was now dangerous because even the Fast1 was already over, Paul advised them, 10 saying, “Sirs, I perceive that the voyage will be with injury and much loss, not only of the cargo and the ship, but also of our lives.” 11 But the centurion paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said. 12 And because the harbor was not suitable to spend the winter in, the majority decided to put out to sea from there, on the chance that somehow they could reach Phoenix, a harbor of Crete, facing both southwest and northwest, and spend the winter there. The Storm at Sea 13 Now when the south wind blew gently, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, they weighed anchor and sailed along Crete, close to the shore. 14 But soon a tempestuous wind, called the northeaster, struck down from the land. 15 And when the ship was caught and could not face the wind, we gave way to it and were driven along. 16 Running under the lee of a small island called Cauda,2 we managed with difficulty to secure the ship's boat. 17 After hoisting it up, they used supports to undergird the ship. Then, fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis, they lowered the gear,3 and thus they were driven along. 18 Since we were violently storm-tossed, they began the next day to jettison the cargo. 19 And on the third day they threw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands. 20 When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned. 21 Since they had been without food for a long time, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me and not have set sail from Crete and incurred this injury and loss. 22 Yet now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship. 23 For this very night there stood before me an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I worship, 24 and he said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And behold, God has granted you all those who sail with you.' 25 So take heart, men, for I have faith in God that it will be exactly as I have been told. 26 But we must run aground on some island.” 27 When the fourteenth night had come, as we were being driven across the Adriatic Sea, about midnight the sailors suspected that they were nearing land. 28 So they took a sounding and found twenty fathoms.4 A little farther on they took a sounding again and found fifteen fathoms.5 29 And fearing that we might run on the rocks, they let down four anchors from the stern and prayed for day to come. 30 And as the sailors were seeking to escape from the ship, and had lowered the ship's boat into the sea under pretense of laying out anchors from the bow, 31 Paul said to the centurion and the soldiers, “Unless these men stay in the ship, you cannot be saved.” 32 Then the soldiers cut away the ropes of the ship's boat and let it go. 33 As day was about to dawn, Paul urged them all to take some food, saying, “Today is the fourteenth day that you have continued in suspense and without food, having taken nothing. 34 Therefore I urge you to take some food. For it will give you strength,6 for not a hair is to perish from the head of any of you.” 35 And when he had said these things, he took bread, and giving thanks to God in the presence of all he broke it and began to eat. 36 Then they all were encouraged and ate some food themselves. 37 (We were in all 2767 persons in the ship.) 38 And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, throwing out the wheat into the sea. The Shipwreck 39 Now when it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, on which they planned if possible to run the ship ashore. 40 So they cast off the anchors and left them in the sea, at the same time loosening the ropes that tied the rudders. Then hoisting the foresail to the wind they made for the beach. 41 But striking a reef,8 they ran the vessel aground. The bow stuck and remained immovable, and the stern was being broken up by the surf. 42 The soldiers' plan was to kill the prisoners, lest any should swim away and escape. 43 But the centurion, wishing to save Paul, kept them from carrying out their plan. He ordered those who could swim to jump overboard first and make for the land, 44 and the rest on planks or on pieces of the ship. And so it was that all were brought safely to land. Footnotes [1] 27:9 That is, the Day of Atonement [2] 27:16 Some manuscripts Clauda [3] 27:17 That is, the sea-anchor (or possibly the mainsail) [4] 27:28 About 120 feet; a fathom (Greek orguia) was about 6 feet or 2 meters [5] 27:28 About 90 feet (see previous note) [6] 27:34 Or For it is for your deliverance [7] 27:37 Some manuscripts seventy-six, or about seventy-six [8] 27:41 Or sandbank, or crosscurrent; Greek place between two seas (ESV) In private: Psalm 10; Jeremiah 37 Psalm 10 (Listen) Why Do You Hide Yourself? 10   Why, O LORD, do you stand far away?    Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? 2   In arrogance the wicked hotly pursue the poor;    let them be caught in the schemes that they have devised.3   For the wicked boasts of the desires of his soul,    and the one greedy for gain curses1 and renounces the LORD.4   In the pride of his face2 the wicked does not seek him;3    all his thoughts are, “There is no God.”5   His ways prosper at all times;    your judgments are on high, out of his sight;    as for all his foes, he puffs at them.6   He says in his heart, “I shall not be moved;    throughout all generations I shall not meet adversity.”7   His mouth is filled with cursing and deceit and oppression;    under his tongue are mischief and iniquity.8   He sits in ambush in the villages;    in hiding places he murders the innocent.  His eyes stealthily watch for the helpless;9     he lurks in ambush like a lion in his thicket;  he lurks that he may seize the poor;    he seizes the poor when he draws him into his net.10   The helpless are crushed, sink down,    and fall by his might.11   He says in his heart, “God has forgotten,    he has hidden his face, he will never see it.” 12   Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up your hand;    forget not the afflicted.13   Why does the wicked renounce God    and say in his heart, “You will not call to account”?14   But you do see, for you note mischief and vexation,    that you may take it into your hands;  to you the helpless commits himself;    you have been the helper of the fatherless.15   Break the arm of the wicked and evildoer;    call his wickedness to account till you find none. 16   The LORD is king forever and ever;    the nations perish from his land.17   O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted;    you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear18   to do justice to the fatherless and the oppressed,    so that man who is of the earth may strike terror no more. Footnotes [1] 10:3 Or and he blesses the one greedy for gain [2] 10:4 Or of his anger [3] 10:4 Or the wicked says, “He will not call to account” (ESV) Jeremiah 37 (Listen) Jeremiah Warns Zedekiah 37 Zedekiah the son of Josiah, whom Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon made king in the land of Judah, reigned instead of Coniah the son of Jehoiakim. 2 But neither he nor his servants nor the people of the land listened to the words of the LORD that he spoke through Jeremiah the prophet. 3 King Zedekiah sent Jehucal the son of Shelemiah, and Zephaniah the priest, the son of Maaseiah, to Jeremiah the prophet, saying, “Please pray for us to the LORD our God.” 4 Now Jeremiah was still going in and out among the people, for he had not yet been put in prison. 5 The army of Pharaoh had come out of Egypt. And when the Chaldeans who were besieging Jerusalem heard news about them, they withdrew from Jerusalem. 6 Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah the prophet: 7 “Thus says the LORD, God of Israel: Thus shall you say to the king of Judah who sent you to me to inquire of me, ‘Behold, Pharaoh's army that came to help you is about to return to Egypt, to its own land. 8 And the Chaldeans shall come back and fight against this city. They shall capture it and burn it with fire. 9 Thus says the LORD, Do not deceive yourselves, saying, “The Chaldeans will surely go away from us,” for they will not go away. 10 For even if you should defeat the whole army of Chaldeans who are fighting against you, and there remained of them only wounded men, every man in his tent, they would rise up and burn this city with fire.'” Jeremiah Imprisoned 11 Now when the Chaldean army had withdrawn from Jerusalem at the approach of Pharaoh's army, 12 Jeremiah set out from Jerusalem to go to the land of Benjamin to receive his portion there among the people. 13 When he was at the Benjamin Gate, a sentry there named Irijah the son of Shelemiah, son of Hananiah, seized Jeremiah the prophet, saying, “You are deserting to the Chaldeans.” 14 And Jeremiah said, “It is a lie; I am not deserting to the Chaldeans.” But Irijah would not listen to him, and seized Jeremiah and brought him to the officials. 15 And the officials were enraged at Jeremiah, and they beat him and imprisoned him in the house of Jonathan the secretary, for it had been made a prison. 16 When Jeremiah had come to the dungeon cells and remained there many days, 17 King Zedekiah sent for him and received him. The king questioned him secretly in his house and said, “Is there any word from the LORD?” Jeremiah said, “There is.” Then he said, “You shall be delivered into the hand of the king of Babylon.” 18 Jeremiah also said to King Zedekiah, “What wrong have I done to you or your servants or this people, that you have put me in prison? 19 Where are your prophets who prophesied to you, saying, ‘The king of Babylon will not come against you and against this land'? 20 Now hear, please, O my lord the king: let my humble plea come before you and do not send me back to the house of Jonathan the secretary, lest I die there.” 21 So King Zedekiah gave orders, and they committed Jeremiah to the court of the guard. And a loaf of bread was given him daily from the bakers' street, until all the bread of the city was gone. So Jeremiah remained in the court of the guard. (ESV)

In this episode, our guest is Chris Norton. He is a cool individual with a heart for God and loves football. He has been in phases of life where most people shut down, but he was able to pull through. He reached a different moment in his life that changed his entire trajectory. He has used this moment to build success not just for himself but for his family and the rest of the world. He has also appeared on multiple network television shows, and a documentary on Netflix called 7 Yards.   [2:50] Why should I listen to you? I'd say you should listen to me because I've got a lot of life experience, and it is always great to hear other people's perspectives. You should learn things from my experience because it will help your life.   [4:00] Can you give us a quick synopsis of what trends back in your life?  I was just an 18-year-old college boy who was plain and had dreams for himself. I wanted to be a football player, meet my life's love and make a lot of money. But on October 16, 2010, I got injured when I was playing with my teammate. I suffered from a severe spinal cord injury and lost all movement. I had different surgeries, and I was given a 3% chance to be able to move or feel again. I had to do everything in my power to take control of my future, and that was the beginning of my rebirth. [7:00] What were the emotions you felt at that moment? How long did it take you to know that you could move past this? It was a long process, and that was the beginning of being emotionless. I wasn't in any pain. It just felt like a regular football attack. I was numb, and I could not feel any sensation. Nothing worked, no matter how hard I tried to squeeze my hands. The more I say no when I'm being asked to make a move, the more I feel detached from my entire body. I was afraid, but this part of me reminded me to stay calm. I couldn't do it, but I gave it time. At that point, I decided to face reality, closed my eyes, and blocked everything I didn't want to see. I told God I wouldn't play football again if he gave me the chance to be able to walk again. Little did I know that God had a bigger plan for me than I had for myself.   [10:20] Where and how did you get the mentality to be honest with yourself? It's a gradual step. It is not one day at a time, but one moment at a time. During therapy, I decided to make the most of each hour. I took responsibility. What I call "radical responsibility" is taking responsibility for all the outcomes in your life, such as good and evil, success and failure, and so on. Making excuses for yourself just keeps you stuck. They prevent you from doing what you ought to do. My power lies in my response, and that's where I channel my energy. I asked myself different questions because I didn't know what to do or the next step to take. But I decided to get out of that situation, which is the same for everyone. Focusing on what you can't do is more accessible, but you can make the impossible possible.   [13:17] What are the things that I can use when I face a vessel like this? Every night, I called myself to sleep because I was terrified about my future. At night, when I had nothing to distract my fears from rushing in, it was always my darkest and most challenging moment. I didn't have anything to work on, so it was hard to distract myself from these fears. At a point, I could distract myself by engaging in things that challenged me physically and mentally. I indulged in so many things, which helped me, and I believe it can help anyone too. I always think there is a way forward, either by deviance, acceptance or so on. There is a way you can get through this, and there are also a lot of solutions. You just need to accept, define and take responsibility for it.   [19:13] Was your faith in God present before the accident, or was it after the accident? I have always been with God. My parents dragged me to church every Sunday. They brought me to church, and I showed up. I was listening but wasn't living my life to the Christian standard. It was an emergency case kind of faith. I held on to my faith at that moment because I knew that I needed something. When my injury happened, it was a time of complete loss, worry, and uncertainty, and I turned back to my faith. I had always been independent outside of God, but I grew my faith by having a dependence on God. God wasn't in control of my life when it happened, but I turned to him, trusted him, and believed in every one of his words, which turned things around and helped me move forward.   [22:25] How did the whole thing with your family work?  My wife, Emily, was passionate about kids, especially kame from unloving places. She knew from a very young age that she would do that. It was different because I thought everyone had parents like mine. I grew up without realizing how blessed I was to have a family as I do, but she opened my eyes to see how naive and oblivious I was to the facts. She introduced me to the 17-year-old girl she mentored, and we took her in. She went to school and finished high school while she was with us. She later moved out to stay alone. Her absence in the house made us adopt four more kids. Every time we add a child, we can adapt to it. The more you take on more, the more you realize how much your potential can handle.   [31:15] As you look at the next stage of your life, what are the other stuff you focus on to continue working? I'd say right now. I am doing a lot of reading, reading about philosophy. I think learning never stops, and that is part of the work on how I can be a better dad, husband, and speaker. Being a dad and husband is essential to me, and I pour a lot of love and support even when I'm overwhelmed. As a parent, you just have to show up. No matter how tired you are, you have to make sure that your kids know how special they are and how I also love my wife, who gives them a great example.    [32:50] How does someone strengthen their resilience the way that you have? It is something that you look back and think about. You remember the things that you have overcome, things that you have achieved, and so on. Those are your proud moments. Being able to reflect on those things is essential, and I'm always considering the people counting on me. What you do and what you say matters because people pay attention to every one of your actions. I believe in examples. I know my kids are looking up to me, watching my examples and how I live my life. These things always help me to do my best and never look back.   [35:10] How much has your wife helped you as a team member? I'd say it is a life of impact and positive influence. When Emily and I started dating, she became my toughest trainer. She always pushed me to do better, and I walked better with her after a while. At that point, I knew Emily had to be the one to hold my hands. She is someone that brings out the best in me. She has high self-esteem for everyone. She is also very giving, thoughtful, and caring. She loves people regardless of who you are or where you come from. She encourages people to do more and to be better. Emily is an unbelievable team member.   [40:20] What was the drive for adopting kids? Each time we want to add a family. When we bring them in, we fall in love with them. We wanted them to be part of our lives forever. It was an easy decision because we feel peace in our hearts. We also wanted to be the best in parenting.   [52:14] What promise did God make to the world when he created you? I'd say that it is a life of impact, positive influence, and significance. He created me to live a life of meaning by serving Him and positively impacting others.   Key Quotes [5:30–5:35] If you do nothing, nothing will happen, but if you do something, something will happen.  [11:02–11:06] The more responsibility you can accept, the better your response to adversity will be.   How to connect with Chris Norton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisanorton16/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrisanorton16 Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrisanorton16?lang=en

Faith in God binds us in service and devotion to God and to one another, transforming the fugitive and the faithless into the faithful. Ultimately, despite our fallibility and our fallenness, God remains faithful and preserves us so that we are found faithful in Him until the end. Funmi Ojetayo | August 7, 2022

With Israel surrounded and the Assyrians mocking their faith in God, Hezekiah prayed. The lord answered. He told Hezekiah not to fear. God can not be mocked, and God would respond to the boasts of the Assyrian king. The city of Jerusalem prayed, waited, and watched for what God would do. They witnessed an incredible miracle. 

In today's episode, Emily is talking about stepping into a new season in life and sharing lessons learned with others who may be struggling. Sometimes when you're struggling or dealing with challenges in life, just seeing someone else on the other side of it can be so helpful and can give hope and encouragement to keep going. Transitions and changes can be difficult and you may feel resistance or a mourning period of that part of your life that is no longer for you. But try to recognize what it is that is happening and know that not everything can come with you into the next season. Whatever challenges you are facing, tell yourself “I was made for this.” See these things as an opportunity to learn and grow in your faith in God.    In this episode we talk about: Emily shares her devotionals from this morning  Feeling like you can't hear God? You need to refocus the attention and energy that you give him Every circumstance and season you go through is related to your life's journey  Transitions in life can be difficult, but there is a purpose for them Finding God within you by being still, present and looking inward   **ANNOUNCEMENT** My 90 Day Coaching & Mentorship Program is OPEN for applications. The next round starts in August. Find more information HERE. APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/39UmSia   Evolve X Worldwide: https://www.patreon.com/EvolveXWorldwide   SUPPORT THE SHOW Here: Cured Nutrition: https://www.curednutrition.com/emilyhayden/ 20% off code “EMILYHAYDEN”   All links: https://linktr.ee/evolvewithemilypodcast https://linktr.ee/emilyhayden   Connect with Emily here: Instagram | YouTube | TikTok My favorite supplements www.1stphorm.com/EmilyHaydenFitness   Bay Breeze music courtesy of the artist, FortyThr33

Does God care about our job loses or unpaid bills? Jesus observed the hearts of people giving in the Temple. One widow caught His eye, for she gave sacrificially with faith in God's provision. In this message, we visualize a first portrait of Jesus at the temple treasury. Because God sees us even in our financial struggles, we can find true hope.  This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.

It is easy to read Hebrews 11, the chapter described as the "Heroes of the Faith" as a lesson in how faith in God triumphs over everything but is that the whole story? The writer of Hebrews ends the chapter with a litany of very disturbing events that happened to those who placed their faith in God - tortured, flogged, stoned, even cut in half? This is not the sort of "feel good story" that many modern Christians seem to be looking for on Sundays, but it is a vital truth that we need to hear.  Nowhere does the Bible promise that living the life of a Christ follower would be easy - matter of fact, it promises just the opposite. This message examines the promises of God that every Christian can claim in the midst of storms and difficulties and for when it seems like your story can't possibly have a "happy ending". From Hebrews 11:32-40

True forgiveness is a very difficult matter. However, by faith in God even the most impossible situation is made possible.

Life has a way of stealing our capacity to trust because we've been let down by people. But when we place our faith in God, He will not let us down. We can believe, even when we cannot see. We can step out IN FAITH!

Greater than our fear of unbelief should be our faith in God's promise to safely deliver us into his eternal rest.

Joy Comes With The MorningReader: Jon WatsonDate: 7th August 2022Passage: Psalm 30:5-------------------There are times in a Christian's life when things don't go the way he/she wanted. Yes, we do have good times of God's blessing and we find it easy to sing God's praises from a heart that is full of joy. But then we may find ourselves in a different situation — perhaps with illness or some danger or even when we feel 'out of sorts' with God.At times like that we may well feel God is angry with us, distant from us, and that we have lost favour with him. Psalm 30 deals with situations like that. The writer felt at times that he was at the bottom of a deep hole. But then he says God lifted him up and he found that although God "gets angry once in a while, but across a life-time there is only love" and "the nights of crying our eyes out give way to days of laughter" V 5 (The Message). Joy comes with the morning!The writer wants us to realise that life is not one great 'rosy day' when everything will go smoothly. There will be tough times, stormy days times when our faith in God will be tested. Yet he keeps telling us God is for us. He wants us to be happy with God. That is how he was when God answered his prayers during periods of feeling 'down'. And so it will be with us when we trust God completely. 'God filled my heart with gladness and clothed my soul with radiant joy. (Jim Sayers) PrayerDear Lord, help me to trust you day by day and know you in my heart so that I will praise your name. Amen.

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He built the most beautiful temple ever constructed, wrote two books of the Bible, and was wiser than any man before him. He had everything he could possibly want, but it wasn't enough. Join John Bradshaw for “Great Characters of the Bible: Solomon” and learn about the man who had it all, lost it all, and found his way back to faith in God.

He built the most beautiful temple ever constructed, wrote two books of the Bible, and was wiser than any man before him. He had everything he could possibly want, but it wasn't enough. Join John Bradshaw for “Great Characters of the Bible: Solomon” and learn about the man who had it all, lost it all, and found his way back to faith in God.

After several inquires on Instagram about my business, my entrepreneurial journey, my story and the podcast, I decided to share my very first episode. This is a bit of a throwback to my leap into entrepreneurship and why I started this podcast. I also share with you 3 lessons learned in my early days of starting my business. I want to share those with new and early stage entrepreneurs as well as side hustlers wanting to make that side hustle a main thing so you can grow your business in a wise and strategic way.  Episode Quote: Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down. ~Kobi Yamada Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own Boss Monica FREE ebook Get your Become Your Own Boss Planner Episode Sponsor -  Zeus' Closet Solopreneur Package Now Available - Promo Code: BOSS The best way to train team members - Trainual Link Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist Ways to reach me: DM me on IG @becomeyourownbosspodcast Email: monica@monicaallen.com Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2 Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST. Who is Monica? Monica Allen grew up in a small town in Georgia with her single mom who had her at age 18, her grandmother and uncle. Living below the poverty line for all of her young life, Monica was determined to break the cycle. Being the first in her immediate family to attend a 4 year university, Monica worked in the field of insurance as a benefits broker for 8 years and earned her Masters in Business Administration. Leaving to set out on her entrepreneurial journey in 2005, she is now a serial entrepreneur owning several businesses. She is co-founder of Zeus' Closet, stuff4GREEKS and Deuce Equity Group.  She is the sole proprietor of Monica Allen Interiors and an Amazon Bestseller (The Fearless Entrepreneurs: Fear Less; Be More). She loves equipping aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers and small business owners with tips to launch, grow and scale their business while avoiding the many pitfalls of entrepreneurship. She believes that being surrounded by positive people, believing in yourself, and having faith in God has led to her success. Have some Feedback? If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends or fellow entrepreneurs. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Become Your Own Boss!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave an honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. This truly is what helps the podcast grow. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/becomeyourownboss/message

What is covenant theology? This very deep subject encompasses the foundation of our faith in God. Every single person on this planet is in covenant with God. Yes, this means even believers and non-believers. Join the pastors as they embark on this extensive journey that guarantees to strengthen your faith in the Gospel. About Gospel for Life Join a group of Treasure Valley pastors, all committed to showing that the Gospel is not just for the religious part of your life. Rather, it is for all of life. Tune in Monday through Friday at 8 am to hear Josh Bales, Russell Herman, Jonathan Van Hoogen, and the occasional guest, as they teach you how to make the Gospel the forefront of your life! For more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com.

When you go through the darkest moments of your life - how do you bounce back? Even if you have a strong faith in God, life can hit us with circumstances that rock us to our core. When this happens, we need both practical and spiritual support- and that's what our guest, author, life coach and musician Julz Muya has dedicated her life to providing to those who desperately need her help and guidance. Julz Muya is a certified Trauma Healing Coach, musician, author, speaker and owner of Make Music and Thrive, a business that provides spiritual music therapy and piano lessons to help others build healthy coping skills for life.  Her practice merges Theology, Music and Trauma Healing to target the wounds that are buried deep in the subconscious mind.  She is the author of a devotional called "40 Days & Nights: Your Healing Journey to Freedom and Purpose. " In this episode, Julz speaks with vulnerability and transparency about her own daily battles as she overcomes past fears and traumatic experiences, and shares how she personally applies her principles so she can enjoy a fulfilling, healthy and powerfully purposeful life. Her story will both inspire and educate you on how to overcome your deepest hurts, especially when creative expression doesn't seem to be enough.  Learn More about Julz MuyaMakeMusicandThrive.com  Resilient Souls Read Julz Muya's Devotional "40 Days and 40 Nights"Follow Julz on  YouTube / Instagram / FacebookIf you liked this episode, make sure to check out:EP 115 - Pieces of Joy: Discovering the Benefits of Therapy w/ Dr. Aprile Andelle, Psychotherapist NEVER DO CREATIVE LIFE ALONE AGAINWant to become a  highly motivated creative with complete confidence as an artist and entrepreneur - with a community of like-minded artists always backing you up?  Then you need to be a part of God and Gigs 360 GOLD! Join for 30 days FREE by going to godandgigs.com/freetrialOTHER RESOURCESGodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE trainings where you'll learn how to build your online audience and connect deeply with those you are called to reach with your creative workLearn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentJoin our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats!Support the show

Jared Easley is a genuine entrepreneur. He is a noticer, motivator, friend, and power content creator. He has found a way to do all this and still keep his family first. He is also the co-founder of Podcast Movement, and from The Starve the doubts podcast. For the past 8 years, the goal of the Podcast Movement has been to bring together and educate active and aspiring podcasters and industry professionals, to grow the podcast community and industry as a whole. In 2022, they once again have the chance to do that twice, as they welcome thousands worldwide to the world's largest gatherings of podcasters. With over 10,000 podcasters joining them over the last 8 years from over 35 different countries (and growing), they are excited to continue the mission of the Podcast Movement for years to come! It will be on August 23-26, 2022.  The “Starve the doubts podcast” features personal and professional development conversations. This show includes a guest on the "hot seat" that illuminates the path for listeners by sharing how they have navigated challenging seasons & difficult hurdles to pursue success. In this episode, Jared shared how he surpasses the obstacles that blocked his way to success. He talks about how he goes forward regardless of the uncertainties he faces in front of him. Jared Easley talks to Dr. Brad about how he read books and watches youtube videos to learn and eventually launch his podcast despite facing the problems such as the lack of money. Beyond that, Jared talks about how his faith in God aids him in times of hardship to get him through the depths of his circumstances. Jared Easley's story is powerful, inspiring, and strengthening. A proof of one who has lived out the pathway of navigating adverse life events and emerged to a life of peace, prosperity, and purpose.  Episode 210 of The Beyond Adversity Podcast is a must-listen for individuals who want to know how to take opportunities to change their lives no matter how hard it is. We will look for an inspirational story of a man who succeeded despite adversity and wants to help others through the Podcast Movement. “The Beyond Adversity Podcast with Dr. Brad Miller is published weekly with the mission of helping people “Grow Through What They Go Through” as they navigate adversity and discover their promised life of peace, prosperity, and purpose.  https://podcastmovement.com/ (https://podcastmovement.com/) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JaredEasley/ (https://www.youtube.com/c/JaredEasley/) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredeasley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredeasley) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaredeasley/ (https://www.instagram.com/jaredeasley/)

What do you do when you feel disconnected from God in the middle of a hard season? How do you learn to trust Him when circumstances make you angry and confused? For Emmanuel and Adrienne Threatt, this was the wrestling they navigated after experiencing multiple miscarriages over a period of time in which other losses seemed to come at them unrelentingly. Trust can come easy when things are going our way and when our prayers are being answered the way we want, but learning to put your hope and faith in God after disappointment after disappointment can feel daunting. For the Threatt's, this process of learning was arduous. It came through vulnerability and transparency with themselves, God and others. Sharing their journey through the valleys of miscarriage helped them to find purpose in the seemingly never-ending pain and helped them to be honest with the Lord as to what they were feeling in the midst of it. Even after receiving the news that they were finally pregnant with triplets, there was still so much to work through with the Lord. In this episode, Davey talks with the Threatt's about what to do with the feelings that God is far away from you in your pain, how to process anger towards the Lord and using worship as an act of faith in hard times. The vulnerability and transparency the Threatt's share will encourage anyone walking through a painful season to continue to trust God, even when the path seems dark.   Website: www.HopeUnleashed.Me Socials: @OhBoyPhresh @YoAdrienneCLT for IG, FB, TW, TIK YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC28DPAwoFPnpLoVEMn8ZJDw Book: How to Fly to the Moon in a Cardboard Box https://www.amazon.com/How-Moon-Cardboard-Kardboard-Kids/dp/1733635602/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8TMWBODVR1OH&keywords=how+to+fly+to+the+moon+in+a+cardboard+box&qid=1655907323&sprefix=how+to+fly+to+the+moon+in+a+cardboard+box%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-1 ——- Hope Vibes (ministry) Www.hopevibes.org @HopeVibesCLT for IG, FB, TW, TIK, LI YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCQwUP_tsO7KirMz0cSMh-Dw

What is covenant theology? This very deep subject encompasses the foundation of our faith in God. Every single person on this planet is in covenant with God. Yes, this means even believers and non-believers. Join the pastors as they embark on this extensive journey that guarantees to strengthen your faith in the Gospel. About Gospel for Life Join a group of Treasure Valley pastors, all committed to showing that the Gospel is not just for the religious part of your life. Rather, it is for all of life. Tune in Monday through Friday at 8 am to hear Josh Bales, Russell Herman, Jonathan Van Hoogen, and the occasional guest, as they teach you how to make the Gospel the forefront of your life! For more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com.

Today you and I will face things that will threaten our faith, especially our faith in God's protection. You might be worried about your marriage, the decisions your children are making, the future of your career, the economy, or even your physical safety. You might be worried about your retirement account, the increase in crime in your neighborhood, or an upcoming medical test. There are so many things that threaten our faith in God's protection.Main Points:1. First, remembering God's past protection inspires us to believe God will protect us in the present and future. Remembering what God has already done inspires confidence in God's future faithfulness. 2. Second, David knows the power of verbalizing his faith. He worships out loud. In Psalm 27:6 David says, “I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the Lord.” By writing down this Psalm he is declaring what he believes about God. In doing both of these things, he is encouraging his own soul in the Lord.3. You and I can do this today. No matter what you are facing, put your faith in God and in His power to protect you. Today's Scripture Verses:Psalm 27:1-2 - “The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked came against me To eat up my flesh, My enemies and foes, They stumbled and fell. Though an army may encamp against me, My heart shall not fear; Though war may rise against me, In this I will be confident.”Quick Links:Subscribe to The 5 Minute Discipleship NewsletterDonate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group5 Minute Discipleship on Instagram

Bulletin for Wednesday, August 3, 2022Service Time: 2:00 p.m. followed by 30 min. Bible StudyThere will be no 7:00 p.m. service or Bible Study in June, July & AugustAll are welcome.Current COVID-19 ProtocolsVisit our YouTube channel — Click the red “subscribe” box, and then click on the “bell” next to that box to receive Live Streaming notifications. You must be logged into YouTube to activate these features.Archive of AUDIO “Readings & Sermons”Archive of VIDEO “Complete Service”1 Samuel 17:48—18:9 When the Philistine arose and came and drew near to meet David, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet the Philistine. And David put his hand in his bag and took out a stone and slung it and struck the Philistine on his forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell on his face to the ground. So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and struck the Philistine and killed him. There was no sword in the hand of David. Then David ran and stood over the Philistine and took his sword and drew it out of its sheath and killed him and cut off his head with it. When the Philistines saw that their champion was dead, they fled. And the men of Israel and Judah rose with a shout and pursued the Philistines as far as Gath and the gates of Ekron, so that the wounded Philistines fell on the way from Shaaraim as far as Gath and Ekron. And the people of Israel came back from chasing the Philistines, and they plundered their camp. And David took the head of the Philistine and brought it to Jerusalem, but he put his armor in his tent. As soon as Saul saw David go out against the Philistine, he said to Abner, the commander of the army, “Abner, whose son is this youth?” And Abner said, “As your soul lives, O king, I do not know.” And the king said, “Inquire whose son the boy is.” And as soon as David returned from the striking down of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. And Saul said to him, “Whose son are you, young man?” And David answered, “I am the son of your servant Jesse the Bethlehemite.” As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. And Saul took him that day and would not let him return to his father's house. Then Jonathan made a covenant with David, because he loved him as his own soul. And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was on him and gave it to David, and his armor, and even his sword and his bow and his belt. And David went out and was successful wherever Saul sent him, so that Saul set him over the men of war. And this was good in the sight of all the people and also in the sight of Saul's servants. As they were coming home, when David returned from striking down the Philistine, the women came out of all the cities of Israel, singing and dancing, to meet King Saul, with tambourines, with songs of joy, and with musical instruments. And the women sang to one another as they celebrated, “Saul has struck down his thousands, and David his ten thousands.” And Saul was very angry, and this saying displeased him. He said, “They have ascribed to David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed thousands, and what more can he have but the kingdom?” And Saul eyed David from that day on. Acts 27:9-26 Since much time had passed, and the voyage was now dangerous because even the Fast was already over, Paul advised them, saying, “Sirs, I perceive that the voyage will be with injury and much loss, not only of the cargo and the ship, but also of our lives.” But the centurion paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said. And because the harbor was not suitable to spend the winter in, the majority decided to put out to sea from there, on the chance that somehow they could reach Phoenix, a harbor of Crete, facing both southwest and northwest, and spend the winter there. Now when the south wind blew gently, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, they weighed anchor and sailed along Crete, close to the shore. But soon a tempestuous wind, called the northeaster, struck down from the land. And when the ship was caught and could not face the wind, we gave way to it and were driven along. Running under the lee of a small island called Cauda, we managed with difficulty to secure the ship's boat. After hoisting it up, they used supports to undergird the ship. Then, fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis, they lowered the gear, and thus they were driven along. Since we were violently storm-tossed, they began the next day to jettison the cargo. And on the third day they threw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands. When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned. Since they had been without food for a long time, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me and not have set sail from Crete and incurred this injury and loss. Yet now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship. For this very night there stood before me an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I worship, and he said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And behold, God has granted you all those who sail with you.' So take heart, men, for I have faith in God that it will be exactly as I have been told. But we must run aground on some island.” The Sacrament of the Altar What is the first commandment? You shall have no other gods. What does this mean?We should fear, love and trust in God above all things.

Without realizing it, we put our faith and trust in things every day. Pastor Bill's analogy of trusting the chair is just one of those moments, but when you think about it, our belief, trust, or FAITH in God should be as simple as sitting in that chair. It's one thing to say that you believe in God, but it's another to actually believe to the point that you trust without questioning... like when you plop down in a chair. So, with that analogy in mind, do YOU have Faith in Jesus?

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This week Luke relates the story of Jesus' encounter with an expert in the Jewish Law. Jesus replies to the young lawyer's questions with questions of his own, and by telling the story of a Samaritan, and a man beaten and left for dead. What Jesus wanted the young man, and us, to see is that the greatest commandment is not to be right, but to be in love. Anyone can memorize correct responses to a few theological questions. What matters is that the right answers lead to righteous and faithful living. What matters is the fruit of the Spirit born out of our belief and faith in God. Faithfulness means loving like Jesus and recognizing that everyone is our neighbor, and all, all deserve the kindness and gentleness of God.

Welcome to Imagine Faith Talk! The podcast where we believe that faith in God is the key to unlocking everything you've been called to be. In this episode we explore the reasons you don't take a break. Listen to Kevin and Donovan talk about visualization, Donovan debunks ‘everything needs balance' and other people's agendas, Kevin talks about being comfortable with the love of saying ‘no,' the precious use of time, and knowing the biggest moves that will actually move the needle forward in your life. And then, once you have taken that pitstop and you are rejuvenated, what are some practical steps to make sure you are executing the mission? How do you not get distracted from the work at hand? Kevin mentioned The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People that you can pick up here: https://amzn.to/3vwoO8v This podcast is sponsored by Anchor. If you haven't heard about Anchor it's the easiest way to make a podcast. Download the free Anchor app or go to Anchor.fm to get started. Here you can leave us a voice message: Who knows? It may get played in a later episode https://anchor.fm/imaginefaithtalk/message Feel free to visit our website www.imagainefaithtalk.com, subscribe to our mailing list www.imaginefaithtalk.com/subscribe and check out our blog www.imaginefaithtalk.com/blog. Key talking Points of the Episode: [1:37] To be a sluggard means that you probably missed the moment that would have helped you to maximize your effort. [2:41] Distraction is the enemy of greatness. [4:10] Kevin shares how he feels when he thinks about what God has called him to do. [4:40] A visualization technique for achieving success. [9:45] “Do not let other people's thing become your thing.” [13:07] What to do with your phone when you sleep. [15:28] Donovan's morning routine. [18:22] What stewardship looks like. [19:54] Kevin shares his challenges becoming a father. [22:28] Give your work clear intention. [24:48] How Kevin enters the studio. [25:55] The Release Technique. Magical Quotes from the Episode: “God gave the wise men a direction, not a bunch of instructions. It wasn't a business trip; it was an adventure.” [5:00] “You can receive awards for all you have done, but if you haven't done what you have been called to do, what have you really done? Don't let the accolades fool you to think that you are in alignment.” [3:37] “Prioritize your essentials, but balance your pursuits.” [6:31] “We have to keep our time sacred as unto God.” [22:04] “If everything is priority, then nothing is priority.” [22:09] “I must do the work of he that sent me while it's day because night is coming where I can not work.” [23:13] Scriptures Mentioned in the Episode: Proverbs 20:4 Ecclesiastes 3:1 Nehemiah 6:2-4 Galatians 1:10 Ecclesiastes 9:10 Hebrews 6:11-12 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imaginefaithtalk/message

The Book of Job The Question of the Ages—Why? The ULTIMATE Test of Integrity Job 2:7 (NIV) – [7] So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and afflicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the top of his head. [8] Then Job took a piece of broken pottery and scraped himself with it as he sat among the ashes. [9] His wife said to him, “Are you still holding on to your integrity? Curse God and die! [10] He replied, “You are talking like a foolish woman. Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble?” In all this, Job did not sin in what he said. 1. Satan has the power to inflict people with sickness and disease. a. We know from other places in Scripture that Satan in the source of some sickness and disease. b. Sometimes, there is a connection between sickness and sin. c. Through the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus, we have the promise of divine healing. d. We are to pray for sick people to be healed. e. Sometimes sickness is the result of Satan, sometimes sin, and other times just the result of living in a fallen world. f. Ultimately, all sickness and disease will be done away with forever in heaven. 2. Health problems will truly test our integrity. a. Job was struck with a terrible disease. b. It can be difficult to maintain your integrity when you are severely suffering from such pain and sickness. 3. Marriage will test our integrity. a. The trials of life will test a marriage relationship. b. Job’s wife commands him to just curse God and die. c. Her statement is very revealing about her own relationship and belief about God. Job 1:11 (NIV) – [11] But stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely CURSE you to your face.” Job 2:5 (NIV) – [5] But stretch out your hand and strike his flesh and bones, and he will surely CURSE you to your face.” Job 2:9 (NIV) – [9] His wife said to him, “Are you still holding on to your integrity? CURSE God and die!” d. Job’s wife reacts out of her own pain. e. When Job needed his wife the most, she is not able to be there for him. Job 19:17 (NLT) – [17] My breath is repulsive to my wife. I am rejected by my own family. f. Now Job felt totally alone. 4. Our integrity is tested in how much we are willing to accept from God. a. Job’s faith is absolutely amazing; he is willing to accept both good and bad from God. b. Job has incredible faith in God, though his view of God may be a little distorted. 5. The ULTIMATE test of integrity is that when all is said and done, we have not sinned.

In this episode, I'm talking with Integrative Nutrition Coach Robin McDonald. Robin has a Master's in Divinity and brings her faith in God into her practice.  0:00 Introduction 10:17 What to expect at the doctor's office 13:18 Does The Bible teach vegetarianism? 18:00 Diet check record 25:45 Add years to our lives and life to our years 35:00 God always has our well-being in mind 42:16 Eat whatever is in alignment with your calling David's Book: The Christian's Guide to Holistic Health Robin's Free How to Prioritize Your Health Masterclass Robin's website: Made Well Health

Tune in to hear the separation that led to the God's promise, from the perspective of Morgan Makail, The Faith Coach. To apply for Purpose Filled Prayer (PFP) https://destinythomas.kartra.com/page... Morgan Makail is a speaker, author, and the Faith Coach. She is from Detroit, Michigan but now resides in Cleveland, Ohio with her husband. Morgan has a true passion to help free individuals from the bondage of fear to walk in complete faith in God. She does this by providing her signature 8 week program, Faith Fulfilled University and one on one coaching sessions. Out of all the hats that she wears the most honorable is being a daughter of the Most High King, a wife, and now a mother. How to connect with Morgan Makail: Book your session with Morgan: https://morganmakail.com/ Follow her on Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/MorganMakail Follow her on IG @morgan.makail

What is covenant theology? This very deep subject encompasses the foundation of our faith in God. Every single person on this planet is in covenant with God. Yes, this means even believers and non-believers. Join the pastors as they embark on this extensive journey that guarantees to strengthen your faith in the Gospel. About Gospel for Life Join a group of Treasure Valley pastors, all committed to showing that the Gospel is not just for the religious part of your life. Rather, it is for all of life. Tune in Monday through Friday at 8 am to hear Josh Bales, Russell Herman, Jonathan Van Hoogen, and the occasional guest, as they teach you how to make the Gospel the forefront of your life! For more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com.

Due to Father Anthony being away this week for his meeting in Wisconsin, this is a re-air from May 24th, one of our most popular shows.  Thank you. Tuesday with the Two Tony's once again loyal listeners and today they discuss, based on the words said by Gandalf to Frodo in The Lord of the Rings, how we live in and wish we didn't have to face very difficult and troubled times, but despite that, we have to make due with the time we have and enjoy moments in our lives.  They also look at the dangers surrounding many of the things that the Devil might bring upon us, recalling the words from Paul Harvey.  The Two Tony's remind us about how the words and faith in God and Jesus will help us and allow us to receive their help and remain faithful.  https://ststanschurch.org/  

What is covenant theology? This very deep subject encompasses the foundation of our faith in God. Every single person on this planet is in covenant with God. Yes, this means even believers and non-believers. Join the pastors as they embark on this extensive journey that guarantees to strengthen your faith in the Gospel. About Gospel for Life Join a group of Treasure Valley pastors, all committed to showing that the Gospel is not just for the religious part of your life. Rather, it is for all of life. Tune in Monday through Friday at 8 am to hear Josh Bales, Russell Herman, Jonathan Van Hoogen, and the occasional guest, as they teach you how to make the Gospel the forefront of your life! For more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com.

Brother Gowens' 7/24/22 sermon looks at the contrast in Hebrews 11:30-40 between faith's achievements and its afflictions. Faith in God enables God's children both to accomplish impossible tasks and to endure horrific trials. This is message #44 in the Hebrews series.

In today's episode we discuss the story of Naaman, and his struggle to follow the prophet even when it was easy to do. We'll also talk about Naaman's servant who maintained her faith in God despite the trials she had endured. 2nd Kings 5

Pastor David shares Sunday in Dickinson. Hebrews 11:1 What Faith Is ■ Hebrews 11:1 Wuest Now faith is the title deed of things hoped for, the proof of things which are not being seen. ■ Hebrews 11:1 AMP Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality--faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses]. ○ God is telling us here what faith is. One translation reads, “Faith is the warranty deed, the thing for which we have finally hoped is at last ours.” ■ Faith is that thing upon which our entire expectation rests ● Hebrews 11:1 is a statement of what faith is. There is natural faith, and spiritual faith. Natural faith depends on the human senses ● We use our natural faith when be expect that our employer will be depositing a certain amount of funds into our bank account at a specific time, because we've been told it would be that way ● We've been told that 2 plus 2 equals four, so if we have four phones in our house but only two chargers, we conclude that we need two more chargers to charge all four phones at the same time. So what do we do? We go to the store and buy two chargers. We don't buy one, we don't buy three, we don't buy seven. We buy two because that's what we were told. The fact that I need two chargers in addition to the two I already have is established on the word I heard that 2 plus 2 equals 4. ● I believe that if I sit on a chair it will hold me, and I don't even question that or think twice because I believe it so firmly. ○ Spiritual faith believes with the heart, regardless and rather than what our senses say. Faith grasps the unrealities of hope (our confident expectation), and brings them into the realm of reality. And faith grows out of the Word of God ○ Faith will say about itself everything the Word says, for faith in God is simply faith in His Word: Simply put, faith is living like the Word of God is true ○ Hope says, “I'll have it sometime.” Faith says, “I have it NOW.” ➢ Head Faith vs. Heart Faith: Mark 11:22-24 ○ “The devil has given the Church a substitute for faith; one that looks and sounds so much like faith that few people can tell the difference.” -John Wesley ■ John Wesley was talking about what we could call mental assent: agreeing that the Word is true, but not having heart faith ○ Mental Agreement vs. Heart Faith: ■ Mental assent: “I know God's Word is true, and I know He's promised healing, but for some reason I just can't get it. I can't understand it.” ■ Heart Faith: “If God's Word says it's true, then it's true. It's mine. I have it now! I have it even though I can't see it.” ■ Heart faith is such an un-shakable confidence in your inner man, in your spirit, that the promise of God in your situation is just as real as the manifestation of what was promised. ● When you have heart faith there's an excitement, a joy, that will rise up on the inside of you. This isn't what we live off of because it will fade, but instead we live off of the confidence that, regardless of feeling, God's Word to me is true. ● You can have faith in your heart and doubt in your head. That is, when you know that you know that you know that you know, and nothing can shake you from what God said, your head may be screaming “It's wrong! Turn around! Go the other way!” but you have peace in your heart concerning the matter, so you press on regardless of the noise ○ The devil and the flesh lead by noise, fear, frustration, and confusion: the Holy Ghost leads by peace in His Word ■ “But I actually don't have what I've prayed for! How am I supposed to lie and say that I do when I can see that I don't?” ● If you already had it, you wouldn't have to believe for it: you simply wouldn't need faith because faith brings what we don't see into the realm of what we do ● We have to take the step from “Believing” to get to the place of “Knowing.” We don't believe we're blessed because we look blessed; we don't believe we're healed because we look healed; we don't believe we have favor because we look favored; we believe we are because GOD said we are ■ Matthew 21:21-22 ● We must believe that we receive when? When we pray ➢ Thomas' Faith vs. Abraham's: ○ Thomas: John 20:24-29 ■ Thomas had to see to believe. This was not faith at all ○ Abraham: Romans 4:17-21 1. Abraham called that which was not as though it was a. God changed Abram's name to “Abraham” which means “Father of many.” Every time Abraham spoke his name, he was confessing what God said and calling that which was not as though it was: that he was a father of many nations. 2. Abraham fully expected that what God said would happen (vs. 18 a. Even though it was logically stupid to expect a son, Abraham believed what God said and expected His Word to come to pass 3. Abraham didn't waver when he thought of circumstances contrary to the promise (vs. 19-20) a. Romans 4:19 AMPC He did not weaken in faith when he considered the [utter] impotence of his own body, which was as good as dead because he was about a hundred years old, or [when he considered] the barrenness of Sarah's [deadened] womb. [Gen 17:17; Gen 18:11] 4. Abraham was fully persuaded (vs. 21) a. God promised Abraham a son, so he expected a son. You couldn't convince him otherwise!

Faith in God is the struggle to believe He is both God and that He is good.

In this final message in the You Asked For It series, Abraham LaVoi answers this question: "How can I worship a God I cannot see?" The answer is that we have to have faith in God. But God does not ask for us to believe in Him blindly - He gives us abundant evidence to His existence.

Do you live your life under the assumption that wealth is your reward for being righteous and in favor with God? Does gaining wealth and possessions mean that you can sacrifice your values and morality as the ends justify the means? Join us today as Pastor James discusses what constitutes the “good life.” We should trust God, put faith in God, and be rich toward God. Our lives belong to God and the abundance of our possessions are not important, rather what we do with them is.

Today's psalm both acknowledges our struggles and affirms our faith in God's grace.  May we turn to the Lord in our times of trial and draw strength from the one who died that we might have eternal life. July 30, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Readings: Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21–23 Psalm 90:3–4, 5–6, 12–13, 14, 17 Colossians 3:1–5, 9–11 Luke 12:13–21 Trust in God—as the Rock of our salvation, as the Lord who made us His chosen people, as our shepherd and guide. This should be the mark of our following of Jesus. Like the Israelites we recall in this week's Psalm Response, we have made an exodus, passing through the waters of Baptism, freeing us from our bondage to sin. We too are on a pilgrimage to a promised homeland, the Lord in our midst, feeding us heavenly bread, giving us living waters to drink (see 1 Corinthians 10:1-4). We must take care to guard against the folly that befell the Israelites, that led them to quarrel and test God's goodness at Meribah and Massah. We can harden our hearts in ways more subtle but no less ruinous. We can put our trust in possessions, squabble over earthly inheritances, kid ourselves that what we have we deserve, store up treasures and think they'll afford us security and rest. All this is “vanity of vanities,” a false and deadly way of living, as this week's First Reading tells us. This is the greed that Jesus warns against in this week's Gospel. The rich man's anxiety and toil expose his lack of faith in God's care and provision. That's why Paul calls greed “idolatry” in the Epistle this week. Mistaking having for being, possession for existence, we forget that God is the giver of all that we have, we exalt the things we can make or buy over our Maker (see Romans 1:25). Jesus calls the rich man a “fool”—a word used in the Old Testament for someone who rebels against God or has forgotten Him (see Psalm 14:1). We should treasure most the new life we have been given in Christ and seek what is above, the promised inheritance of heaven. We have to see all things in the light of eternity, mindful that He who gives us the breath of life could at any moment—this night even—demand it back from us.

Faith and obedience go hand in hand.  What leads us to obey God is the fact that we trust Him.  If you don't trust him, you won't obey Him.  Faith is a choice.  Obedience is a choice.  Every time we do something just because God “said so” we are acting in faith.  Main Points:1. By faith we believe in the Word of God. This faith leads us to submit ourselves in obedience to our Savior. We obey because we truly believe. A lack of faith leads to a lack of obedience.2. We must admit that it's not always easy to obey. It's also not always easy to believe. Yet, this is what God calls us to. It's easier to obey when we can picture how God will bless our obedience, but so much harder when we don't see the point of it. God does not always reveal the why behind his call to obedience. 3. All God requires of you is to keep putting one foot in front of the other as you walk the walk of obedience. Your steps of obedience is the proof of your faith in God.Today's Scripture Verses:Hebrews 11:8 - "By faith, Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.” James 2:17 - “Faith by itself isn't enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.”James 2:26 - “Just as the body is dead without breath, so also faith is dead without good works.”Quick Links:Subscribe to The 5 Minute Discipleship NewsletterDonate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group5 Minute Discipleship on Instagram

Sarah Huckabee Sanders has often been asked, What was the best preparation for being the White House press secretary? Her answer is simple: Being a mom. On today's edition of Family Talk, Sarah, who was the first mother to take the podium as press secretary, explains she had already mastered the art of repeating herself, saying no a lot, and needing the patience of Job to get through each morning talking with reporters. She also shares how her family and faith in God kept her grounded during her time in the White House, and inspired her to make a difference. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29