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In this episode, I talk with Cara Shine about her powerful journey from growing up Jewish with painful misconceptions about Christians to encountering the love of Jesus through the quiet faithfulness of two “good Christians” at her school. During the terrifying DC sniper attacks, one hallway prayer changed everything. Cara shares how kindness, presence, and Scripture softened her heart and opened the door to faith in Jesus. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that the way we represent Christ matters deeply. If you’ve ever wondered whether your quiet faithfulness makes a difference, this episode will encourage you more than you know. I’d love to have you join me at Encounter, a half-day retreat on Saturday, March 21st, at 9 AM at Crossline Church. It’s open to the public, and I would love the chance to meet you there. You can find all the details at crosslinechurch.com/events And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Xo, Donna Key Takeaways[0:03:16] Jewish Girl on a Christian School Bus: Wounds That Last [0:06:00] From Terror to Trust: DC Snipers and a School Full of “Good Christians.” [0:14:12] The Hallway Prayer: One Moment, One Prayer, Total Peace [0:20:12] Walking into Church for the First Time: “Welcome Everyone” Changes Everything [0:31:39] “Here I Am” and What Good Christians Actually Do Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my latest book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith. Connect with Cara Shine Website: CaraShine.com Instagram: @carashineauthor You can order The Hallway Miracle on Amazon or through your favorite local bookstore.Be sure to sign up for her weekly emails too—they’re a beautiful source of encouragement and spiritual direction. Connect with Donna Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 32-34,1 Corinthians 2 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the March 17th, 2026 episode of the Daily Radio Bible, where Hunter, your Bible reading coach and faithful companion, guides us through another transformative day in God's Word. In this episode, we journey with the people of Israel as they reach the edge of the Promised Land, reading from Deuteronomy 32–34 and 1 Corinthians 2. As we listen, Hunter beautifully unpacks the significance of Moses viewing the Promised Land from afar and reflects on Joshua as a powerful symbol of faith and the grace that leads us into God's promises. The episode draws out the wisdom of God made known not through human achievement or the law, but through the Spirit and the work of Christ. Amidst prayer and moments of reflection, Hunter encourages us to trust deeply in God's goodness, enjoy the simple gifts of life—like the changing seasons—and remember that, no matter our circumstances, we are profoundly loved. So take a breath, savor the beauty around you, and join us on this spiritual walk as we open the Scriptures together. TODAY'S DEVOTION: A mountain-top view of grace. Moses is on the mountain. He did not make it into the Promised Land, at least not yet. He was a man of the law, and it is not by the law that we enter into the promise. But Joshua does. He enters. He represents the way of faith. Righteousness is by grace through faith, and Joshua is a picture of that. He is a picture of Christ. Even his name reflects this: Yeshua, Jesus. Our Yeshua leads us into the Promised Land. He leads us into life and the promise of God. It doesn't come through the Law. It comes through Him, through the cross. It comes through His life given for you, for me, for the whole world. Paul calls this the wisdom of God. We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus' work on the cross. That is God's wisdom. It is not tradition, ethnicity. It is not political affiliation or our own personal piety. It is only by God's Spirit. It is God's work. And we get to live in it. We get to say, "Thank you," and walk into the land that has been won for us by him. Moses goes up the mountain, takes a good look around, he sees the land, but he won't enter it, at least not yet. Then we're told that he heads out into the desert, and there he dies and is buried in some unmarked grave. But don't feel too bad for Moses. God knew where he was buried. God was with him. God never abandoned him. God doesn't do that. In fact, we see him again in the Gospels. We see him standing with Elijah and the Lord up on the Mount of Transfiguration. No longer is he looking from a distance on Mount Pisgah. Now he's standing on a whole new mountain. His feet have touched down in the land. He's made it across the Jordan. He's standing in the promise. He's face to face with the promise himself, looking into the eyes of Jesus. Jesus has worked all things out for Moses. That's what Jesus does. And that's true not just for Moses, but it's true for you too. God is working out his purposes in your life. Even when it seems like you've failed and there's no recovering, he will not forget about you. He knows where you are. He has not abandoned you, and he will not leave you out in some desert wasteland in an unmarked grave. No, he will be faithful to complete the good work that he began in you, and you, like Moses, will see Jesus face to face. Philippians 1:6 says, I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Trust in the wisdom of God seen in the face of Christ. Rest easy in the work of Christ accomplished for you. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's a prayer that I have for my family, for my wife and my daughters and my son. And that's a prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

What do you do when life feels like it's falling apart? In this powerful episode of the Chosen By Jesus podcast, Kelley and Taylor Tyan talk honestly about trusting God when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or completely out of control. Every believer walks through seasons where prayers feel unanswered and circumstances feel impossible. Yet Scripture reminds us that God is still working even in the middle of the storm. If you are navigating fear, anxiety, loss, disappointment, or a difficult season, this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that God has not forgotten you.   In this episode you will discover: • How to trust God when life feels out of control • Why difficult seasons often grow deeper faith • What the Bible says about trials and waiting • How to find peace when everything feels uncertain • Encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed   God often does His deepest work in the middle of our hardest moments. ⸻ ABOUT CHOSEN BY JESUS Chosen By Jesus with Kelley and Taylor Tyan is a growing Christian podcast reaching believers around the world with faith-filled conversations, testimonies, and encouragement through Jesus.   The podcast has: • Listeners in 16+ countries • Over 725 hours of watch time on YouTube • Ranked among the Top 1.5% of podcasts globally • A 5-star rating across podcast platforms   Hosted by a mother-daughter duo, the show shares real conversations about faith, healing, identity in Christ, and overcoming fear through the power of the Holy Spirit. ⸻ CALL TO ACTION If this message encouraged you: Like this video Subscribe to Chosen By Jesus for more faith conversations Share this video with someone who may need encouragement today   Your support helps spread the message of hope and faith in Jesus to people around the world. ⸻ ABOUT CHOSEN BY JESUS Chosen By Jesus is a Top 1.5% Christian podcast worldwide, streamed in 16+ countries, with 725+ hours of YouTube watch time and a growing global community seeking biblical wisdom, peace, and encouragement. ⸻ One Year. 12 In-Person Gatherings. Endless Encouragement. Step into a sisterhood of women who pray together, grow together, and rise together.   What You'll Experience: • A safe place to grow in faith, be encouraged, and empowered • Accountability & support to stay strong all year long • Prayer, worship & fellowship that soothe your soul   Monthly Meet-Ups: 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM The Wellness Way – Shrewsbury, MA   Come as you are — leave inspired and equipped to live boldly for Jesus. Only $200 for the entire year (that's just $16/month for faith, growth & sisterhood!)   Join the Chosen By Jesus Community today: https://kelleytyan.com/cbjcommunity ⸻ Want to go deeper? We coach women who are ready to rise in faith, walk in identity, and stand strong no matter the season. DM us on Instagram or visit www.chosenbyjesus.com ⸻

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In this scripture hike, Mark and Cindy explore the second half of Galatians 2, where Paul recounts a powerful moment when he confronted Peter in Antioch for withdrawing from eating with Gentile believers out of fear of criticism from Jewish Christians. This public rebuke showed that even respected leaders can stumble when fear and social pressure replace the truth of the gospel. Paul reminded Peter that the message of Christ breaks down the old barriers—there is neither Jew nor Gentile, and no one is justified by the works of the Mosaic law but through faith in Jesus. Returning to the old system would only rebuild what Christ had already fulfilled. Instead, believers are called to a new life: dying to the old law and living for God. As Paul beautifully summarizes, “I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” The Christian life is now lived by faith in the Son of God, who loved us and gave Himself for us, and trusting in that grace ensures that Christ's sacrifice was not in vain.

Can you really approach God? In this message, Jerry Dirmann teaches that Scripture reveals clear conditions for coming into God's presence. While many believe they are saved, Jesus warned that some hearts remain far from Him. Through repentance and faith in Jesus, we can be forgiven, cleansed, and confidently draw near to God.MORE...« Jesus Disciple » God is calling believers EVERYWHERE to be a part of fulfilling the Great Commission, making disciples around the world. Get free resources and find out more at BeJesusDisciple.com.« Support the Jesus Disciple Vision » Give at https://jesusdisciple.com/give/« Solid Lives » To find out more about the ministry of Solid Lives, visit https://solidlives.com/« Support » Help us get free resources out to more people. To support the ministry of Solid Lives, please visit https://solidlives.com/give/« Podcasts » Listen to weekly messages or a daily episode from The New Testament Daily podcast here: https://solidlives.com/podcast/Support the show

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Pastor Eric's message emphasizes that God is the same faithful God of Scripture today, but His power is experienced when we relinquish control, humble ourselves, and fully trust Him. Using an inheritance story to explain Ephesians 1, he teaches that believers are chosen to glorify God, receive an eternal inheritance through faith in Jesus, and are sealed and helped by the Holy Spirit as a guaranteed down payment of that future hope.

Read Online“Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will not believe.” The royal official said to him, “Sir, come down before my child dies.” Jesus said to him, “You may go; your son will live.” The man believed what Jesus said to him and left. John 4:48–50What is the most precious gift our Lord could give to you? If your spouse, child, or close friend were gravely ill, would a miracle be the gift you sought? If your financial situation were dire, would you ask for monetary assistance? If you were suffering from a chronic disease, would your prayer be for a cure?Though we should entrust these situations to God's grace, it's important to understand that the gift of faith far surpasses any immediate miracle, assistance, or relief we might seek. Faith is a most precious gift because it enables us to turn away from our limited assessment of earthly situations and be open to God's wisdom, which far surpasses anything we could conceive of by ourselves.Though Jesus performed many miracles, He regularly challenged those whose faith was based on their desire for signs and wonders. In today's Gospel, a royal official, likely of high rank, traveled from Capernaum to Cana, about twenty miles, because his child was dying. His journey illustrates faith in Jesus' divine authority, but his faith was imperfect—he believed Jesus had to be physically present to heal his son. Jesus heals the child from a distance, but He also challenges the official and the crowd: “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will not believe.” Jesus desires a faith that trusts in His word, not one that depends on visible signs.When we pray with a litany of requests, God in His mercy hears us. Sometimes He grants them, and sometimes He doesn't. But He wants us to know that such prayers are not the ideal. God already knows our needs better than we do. He knows our struggles within family, finances, health, and every other detail of our lives.The ideal prayer is one of adoration and trust. It's a prayer that surrenders everything to God without dictating the outcome. It trusts God's wisdom more than our own, enabling us to rest in His loving care, unburdened by our difficulties.The royal official's faith grew when he believed Jesus' word without needing Him to be physically present. This is evident when he learned that his son was healed at the exact time Jesus said, “Your son will live.” The official's faith was deepened, and his whole household came to believe. This shows how true faith, once rooted in trust, grows and spreads to others.If this man's faith had not matured, it could have been lost if another crisis arose and no miracle followed. A deeper faith rests in God's will, whether or not another miracle occurs. The same is true for us. Our faith must not depend on God's answer to our prayers. If He allows suffering, we must trust Him. If He heals, we must trust Him. Our faith must remain strong, rooted in Who God is, not in what He does.Reflect today on the depth of your faith and how it shapes your prayers. Believe, worship God for who He is, love Him above all else, and trust His perfect will. Then entrust yourself and your loved ones to His providence, believing that God knows what is best. My miraculous Lord, You are all-powerful and capable of anything You will. Please grant me a depth of faith that enables me to trust You more than I trust myself. May I always believe in You and worship You, not because of the favors You do for me, but because of Who You are. Jesus, I trust in You.Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

March 15th, 2026 | No Other Gospel | Galatians 2:11-21In this message from March 15, 2026, Pastor Ben Lofton continues the No Other Gospel series with a clear and compelling teaching from Galatians 2:11–21, centered on one foundational truth: justification comes by faith in Jesus Christ alone.Walking through three key movements—Confrontation, Declaration, and Transformation—Pastor Ben unpacks Paul's public confrontation of Peter and what it reveals about the danger of compromising the Gospel. When fear of man led Peter to pull back from Gentile believers, his actions communicated a distorted message: that faith in Jesus wasn't enough. Paul's response makes it clear—when we add to or subtract from the Gospel, we lose it altogether.This message drives home the urgency of getting the Gospel right. Like a construction error that starts small but grows over time, even slight distortions of truth can lead us far from what is real. The Gospel is simple but non-negotiable: Jesus plus nothing equals everything.Pastor Ben then walks through Paul's powerful declaration that no one is justified by works of the law. The law reveals our need but cannot save us—only faith in the finished work of Christ can make us right before God. And while we are saved by faith alone, that faith never remains alone—it leads to a transformed life.Finally, the message points to the ongoing transformation that flows from justification. Galatians 2:20 reminds us that we have been crucified with Christ, and now live by faith in Him. The Christian life is not about striving to earn God's love, but living from it—fully dependent on Jesus, who loved us and gave Himself for us.This sermon is both a challenge and an invitation: Are you subtly adding to the Gospel in your life? Or are you resting fully in the finished work of Jesus?Listen in and be reminded—it's not Jesus plus anything. It's just Jesus, and He is more than enough.Do you know JESUS? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support through GIVING: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving⁠

Webb Simpson is a PGA Tour pro and 2012 U.S. Open champion. After a stellar college career at Wake Forest, Simpson turned pro in 2008 and has 7 PGA Tour wins, while also appearing in three Ryder Cup events in 2012, 2014 and 2018. Webb is also the founder and co-host of the Bible Caddie podcast with fellow PGA Tour pro Ben Crane, where they bring the good news of Christ to the world of golf. Chapters:(01:28) - Getting his start in golf(04:04) - The mental aspect of golf(7:02) - Being present with his wife and children(11:24) - Playing the Masters in Augusta(19:29) - His testimony of faith in Jesus(23:55) - The state of faith in the golf world(29:50) - Starting the Bible Caddie podcast(34:17) - Handling success as a believer(41:48) - Playing on the PGA Tour in 2026Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/

A group of twenty-two Christian leaders traveled half a day to secretly meet and learn from a pastor who came from another country. If caught, the pastor would be deported, and the others would spend three years in prison. Eighteen of the twenty-two had already been imprisoned for their faith in Jesus. After the pastor handed out fifteen Bibles he’d brought with him, one woman gave hers to someone else. Like many others, she’d memorized chapters of Scripture so she would have its wisdom secured in her heart if she were to go to prison. She later asked the pastor to pray that their church would be free to gather just like his. Instead, marveling at how they sacrificed, suffered persecution, and risked imprisonment, he prayed that his church would be just like theirs. Believers around the world are persecuted for their faith in Christ, some more severely than others. And all believers can be tempted to cower when the stakes of living for Christ are raised. But the Holy Spirit enables us to use our God-given gifts with “power, love and self-discipline” (2 Timothy 1:7). God will help us share the gospel with boldness and compassion, wherever He leads. Because of all He did for us (vv. 9-10), we can embrace the sacrificial cost of commitment to Christ and preserve “sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus” (v. 13).

In this midweek episode, Andrew, Pastor Scott, and Pastor Maritza unpack Ephesians 1:5–10 as a “benefits package” given only to those who are in Christ: being chosen, adopted into God's family, forgiven, freed from guilt and shame, and richly lavished with spiritual blessings. They explain how we can actually live holy and blameless lives, process past sin through Scripture, community, and making amends, and why it's unbiblical to say that everyone automatically receives these blessings without faith in Jesus.

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Pastor Scott's message teaches that everyone who is “in Christ” receives rich spiritual benefits: being chosen to be holy and blameless, fully forgiven and redeemed from the bondage of sin, and able to know God's will because of Jesus' supremacy and sacrifice. He shares how Christ died for all people—not just a select few—and invites us to put our faith in Jesus and be adopted into God's family.

I met a woman recently who had decided to walk away from faith in Jesus because the man she loved didn't have the same relationship with God. As the years had gone by, her husband had been abusive to her and her children; she finally left him. She realized she needed to come home to her Heavenly Father. There is a verse in the Bible, written by an ancient prophet named Isaiah, in chapter 50 that perfectly describes her decision. He says, “… watch out, you who live by your own light and warm yourselves by your own fires." The result "... you will fall down in great torment.” Yet, after years of struggle, this broken woman received grace. She told me that now she would begin a new life walking with Jesus. We are always welcomed home; the Father is waiting with open arms. Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: Isaiah 50:11 radio.hopewithgod.com

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What does courage look like? In this episode we'll paint a picture of people who are courageously sharing their faith in a hostile situation. We'll learn how this is being lived out as Ed and Wayne welcome Victor Akhterov, FEBC's regional director for Eurasia. Victor fills us in on the details about an amazing outreach to Muslims. Hear how FEBC staff in Central Asia are sharing their testimonies of faith in Jesus in their communities through social media. Find out how you can stand with these courageous broadcasters through your prayers…Until All Have Heard. 

Not all belief is saving faith. There is a difference between being impressed by Jesus and truly turning to Him as a follower. Only Jesus has the authority to free us from sin, and the freedom He gives is greater than any freedom the world can offer. Through Him we are released from trying to earn God's favor through rituals, religious acts, penance, or self-condemnation. True freedom comes through faith in Jesus.

It is our prayer that today's word would encourage and challenge to walk out your faith in Jesus, shine brightly in darkness and experience Kingdom impact in all you do! Stay connected with Belmont Church on our Facebook page, website or on the Church Center App.

March 8th, 2026 | No Other Gospel | Galatians 2:1-10What happens when the Gospel becomes unclear in the life of the church? In this message from Galatians 2:1–10, Jake Peterman walks through a defining moment in the early church when the truth of the Gospel was being challenged. Some teachers were claiming that faith in Jesus wasn't enough—that salvation required Jesus plus the Jewish law. But Paul makes it clear: there is only one Gospel, and it cannot be improved, updated, or added to.As Paul meets with the leaders in Jerusalem, the church faces a critical test that would shape the future of the Gospel. Through this passage, Jake highlights three powerful realities that must remain present if the church is going to stay healthy and faithful to Jesus: Gospel Alignment, Gospel Freedom, and Gospel Mission.When the Gospel is clear, the church stays aligned around the truth of salvation through Christ alone. When grace is understood, believers experience freedom from trying to earn God's approval. And when the Gospel truly takes hold of our hearts, it sends us into the world—and into our everyday lives—with purpose.This message is a powerful reminder that the Gospel isn't just the starting point of the Christian life—it's the center of it. And when grace transforms us, it reshapes how we live, how we follow Jesus, and how we carry His mission into our homes, workplaces, and communities.Do you know JESUS? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support through GIVING: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving⁠

The message explains how desperation can lead people to faith in Jesus. Using the story of the royal official whose son was dying (John 4:46-54), the speaker shows that God often meets people in their most desperate moments. The official hears about Jesus, humbly asks for help, and believes Jesus' promise even before seeing proof. The sermon emphasizes that true faith is trusting Jesus' character and word rather than controlling outcomes. It encourages listeners to bring their honest needs to God, trust Him even when answers are uncertain, and take steps of faith that can influence others around them.

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As the Illuminated series concludes, Brian and Jon turn to John's final emphasis: confidence. Not the kind that comes from having everything figured out, but the kind that grows from knowing who we really are and what He's really like.John reminds believers that faith in Jesus anchors our identity as children of God—and that identity reshapes how we pray, how we discern truth from deception, and how we respond to the pull of competing loyalties.Rather than living in uncertainty or spiritual insecurity, we're invited to live with quiet confidence in God's work within us. Walking in the light means trusting that the life God has given us with Christ is real and active. And in a world full of substitutes and distractions, John's final encouragement is simple: keep yourselves from idols.

Sometimes – we're just living life the best way we know how, honouring God and Whammo, something so unfair hits us – right out of the blue.  You've been there too, right?   His Way, Not Ours There are times in life when bad things happen to good people. And perhaps you are someone who believes in Jesus and you have been living your life just the best way that you know how; just day after day walking with Him and all of a sudden "Whamo"; something happens. The sky turns dark and all of a sudden you are in one of those dark, black times that we can go through in life. A time of loss or pain or sickness or whatever it is and you kind of look around and think, "What is going on here, God? I mean I know I'm not perfect but every day I just get up and just do my best and I walk with You and now this!" My hunch is that there are a few people who kind of relate to that today. And so I want to deal with that because when bad things happen to good people, it's such a shock – it seems so unfair, especially when we take a look around and we see there is a whole bunch of "good" things happening to some really 'bad' people out there. "What is going on, God?" Well, over these last few weeks on the programme we have been just working our way through Psalm 34 in a series that I've called, "Dark Night, Bright Light". Psalm 34 is a Psalm written by King David and King David was a man who went through more dark times in his life than you or I would ever hope for. And yes, he makes some mistakes but right from the beginning God had him picked as a man after His own heart. And yet David lived through so many dark and difficult times; scary times; on the run for his life from King Saul who wanted to kill him, for years; battles with enemies and it looked like he would lose and yet, God would show up. When you take a look at his life and you weigh David's life on our human scale of justice, well, you come to the conclusion David was definitely one of the good guys. He tried with all his might to honour God and even though some days, he blew it, he was probably the greatest King that Israel ever had. And I'm sure that as David would take a look at his life, he'd probably come to the same conclusion. And yet this man went through so many difficult things – dark and lonely times – times when his people criticised him and times when he was in fear of his life. So God, what's going on? Why is that? How come bad things happen to good people? I'm not sure I can answer all of those things. I mean, God is God and He decides those things but as we continue to walk through Psalm 34, let me share with you David's own wisdom on this, because Psalm 34 is a Psalm where he looks back on all those bad times and he reflects with the benefit of 20/20 hindsight. Let's pick it up in Psalm 34, verse 15, he writes: The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their cry but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil to cut off their memory from the earth. The righteous cry out and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers him from them all. Well, David doesn't even bother with the "why" question here, does he? When we hit those dark times the first question we want to know is 'Why me, God? Why is this happening? Right? And the second question is: "How long is this going to go on, God – how long?" Well, David doesn't carry on with any of that. He seems in this Psalm to accept the sovereignty of God and after all that he has been through in his life, he draws this obvious conclusion – Psalm 34, verse 19: Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all. In other words, stuff happens – it just does. Jesus put it this way: Your Father in heaven causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good and He sends the rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. Good stuff and bad stuff happens to good people and bad people – there you go, that's just it. And it seems to be a rule that the more a man or a woman turns their lives to following hard after God, walking in the footsteps of Jesus, the more afflictions they suffer. It's such an incredible contradiction because on the one hand, God wants to bless us – He does – all the way through His Word the Bible, He tells us that. But on the other, when we set our hearts like flint to follow Him, it seems like the rest of the world wants to stop us. Many are the afflictions of the righteous. "Many" – gee, there's one of the promises of God! I don't hear many people shouting, "Halleluiah, Amen" to that promise. But the Lord delivers us from them all. His eyes are on His people; His ear is attentive to their cry. We cry out, He hears us and He delivers us from our troubles. You know what I have learned? He doesn't always deliver us in the way that we expect Him to. Sometimes we want Him to do one thing and He does exactly the opposite. Sometimes we cry out to Him and things seem to get worse. Sometimes we want Him to do "A" and He turns around and does "B". And sometimes it seems like His solution; His answer means that we lose and someone else wins. But in the wondrous fabric of His mighty plan for our lives, He is so much more interested in our characters – who we are – and our relationship with Him than He is in our perceptions of what we think we need and our comfort. He is so much more concerned about His glory shining out into this world than He is about some of the things that at the time, well, we think they are important but in the bigger scheme of things, they really aren't. The Apostle Paul puts it this way in Romans chapter 5: Suffering produces endurance and endurance produces character and character produces hope and this hope doesn't disappoint us because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. And the longer we walk with God the more afflictions we have to suffer, the more we discover the truth of King David's words: Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all.   It's not Fair You know when I think when the darkness is the worst? I think when something happens to us that's not fair – someone treads on us or hurts us or stabs us in the back and it's not fair. And when that happens, instead of running to God, we are so tempted to behave badly – to stoop as low as the person that has hurt us. If they stabbed us in the back, well, we have to do the same only ten times worse. Many are the afflictions of the righteous and we will avenge them all, right? No, that's not what God tells us in Psalm 34: Many are the afflictions of the righteous, He says in verse 19, but the Lord delivers us from them all. But boy, oh boy, it is so tempting to carve the other guy's heart out isn't it? I want to take you to one of the most challenging verses in the Bible, for me – I mean, really challenging. It's talking about when things happen that are not fair and it's about a slave and his or her master. It was written a thousand or so years after King David penned Psalm 34, by the Apostle Peter. Come with me almost to the end of the New Testament – to the letter, First Peter – it's a letter to Christians who were being persecuted. They were going through incredibly dark times; it was incredibly unfair, and Peter writes this piece of wisdom. First Peter chapter 2, verse 18 and listen, if you have a Bible, open it up, come with me here to this verse – First Peter chapter 2, verse 18. This is what he writes: Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect. Not only to those who are good and considerate but also to those who are harsh, for it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God but how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. This is what you are called to because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in His steps. He committed no sin and no deceit was found in His mouth. When they hurled insults at Him, He didn't retaliate. When He suffered, He made no threats, instead, He entrusted Himself to the One who judges justly. He, Himself bore our sins in His body on that tree so that we might die to sin and live for righteousness: by His wounds you have been healed. For you, like sheep, have gone astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and the overseer of your souls. Do you find that challenging? I certainly do. See there's something in our makeup that when injustice happens to us; when we are on the receiving end, we want to rail against it and in the hurt and the pain and the anger – we want revenge, we want justice ... Peter is writing to slaves – I mean, slavery is something in the twenty first century, we just find disgusting and abhorrent and yet here in God's Word, Peter is writing to slaves - one human being, being owned by another human being, to labour without payment – human degradation at its worst. How can one person do that to another? And yet Peter says: "Submit to your masters who are harsh." Slave, submit to your masters with all respect. Not only to those who are good and considerate but also to those who are harsh, for it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. See, travelling through pain, we want to end that pain in our own strength – it is a natural human instinct. It is so unnatural to honour God in that place. It is so unnatural to wait for Him to deliver us. It is so unnatural for us to do what is commendable in God's eyes but if you suffer for doing good and you endure it this is commendable before God. To this you are called because Christ suffered for you; leaving you an example that you should follow in His footsteps. It is unnatural to suffer for doing good but it is commendable before God and in that, Christ is our example. He committed no sin and no deceit was found in His mouth and yet when they hurled insults at Him, He didn't retaliate. When He suffered, He made no threats instead He entrusted Himself to the One who judges justly. See – insults and He didn't retaliate! Imagine what the Son of God could have done to those people? When they hurled insults at Him, He bore them like nails in His flesh; when He suffered, He didn't make any threats; He didn't utter any words of revenge. And you might say, "Berni, how can you be preaching this stuff at me? How can you believe this stuff? This is so hurtful." Well, the answer and the solution come in the very next verse. Listen: Instead, He entrusted Himself to the One who judges justly. There it is again – a millennium after Psalm 34 was written, Peter is saying exactly the same thing that David said in Psalm 34, verse 19: Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all. So many of the things that happen to us in life aren't fair but in that darkness God's light shines; a certain hope. Look at how Peter finishes off this letter: God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore, under God's might hand that He may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.   God's Deliverance I just want to finish up today by encouraging you that God is in the deliverance business. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble, Peter writes in First Peter chapter 5, beginning at verse 5: Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand that He may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxieties on Him because He cares for you. You know, for me as I have travelled through these incredibly dark times, every now and then, when I have been treated unfairly – what I have learned is that it is not about getting my outcome or my way – it's about humbling myself before God and that is so hard sometimes. It's about being like Christ and saying, "God, not my will but Your will be done." And God somehow always, always comes through and so do I, but as a changed man. A few more of the rough edges knocked off; a little of God's polishing here and there – definitely a work in progress but it changes you, little by little. When we are passed over; when we are being ignored; when someone who is half as good as us is promoted twice as quickly; when people whisper behind our backs, those are painful times. Yet they are precious times when we have a choice to make – to get our own back or to humble ourselves under His mighty hand; to retaliate and threaten or to wait patiently in pain for God to deliver us like He did with Jesus; to be like everyone else in this world or to be Christ like - to be about the devil's business or about God's business. We started off today looking at this wonderful part of Psalm 34, beginning at verse 15: The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their cry. The face of the Lord is against those who do evil, to cut off their memory from the earth. The righteous cry out and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the broken hearted and He saves those who are crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all. You see, God's eyes are on the righteous; He does hear our cries. And God is a righteous God – we are going to look at that next week. God is against those who do evil and ultimately, there will be a price for those people to pay. One day they will stand before God and be judged. When we cry out God hears us and He delivers us from our troubles. When we are broken hearted; when it's so dark and it's so lonely and it's so scary, He is in that place. And even sometimes when we can't see it, He's out there protecting us; keeping us safe; doing things that we can't imagine. Take a look back a page or two at Psalm 31, beginning at verse 20. See, this is one of those times that David is talking about that is so unfair. This is what he writes: In the shelter of Your presence You hide them from the intrigues of men. In Your dwelling you keep them safe from accusing tongues. Praise be to the Lord our God, for He showed His wonderful love to me when I was in a besieged city. In my alarm I said "I am cut off from Your sight," yet You heard my cry for mercy when I called to You for help. Love the Lord all His saints. The Lord preserves the faithful but the proud He will pay back in full. Be strong and take heart all you that hope in the Lord. Isn't that wonderful? Isn't it sometimes when we are the subject of the intrigues of men and accusing tongues, it's God who keeps us safe in Him? And when we come through that and we see what's happened and we are changed, we can look back and say, "Praise be to God for He showed His wonderful love to me when I felt like I was in a besieged city." Have you ever felt that? In relationships it's like everyone turns against you and you feel like you are under siege. Praise be to the Lord for He showed His wonderful love to me when I was in a besieged city. In alarm I said "I am cut off from Your sight" yet you heard my cry for mercy when I called to you for help. So often in those dark places it just kind of feels like there is no one there. It feels like "I'm cut off" – we are afraid and we cry out "I'm cut off" but God is always in that place. Can I just say to you from now on, when you are suffering afflictions; when you are the subject of human plots or accusing tongues; when you are in that incredibly dark place; when you feel cut off like a city under siege; when it's black, I believe that the Holy Spirit is going to shine a light into that dark place. I remember back in my life when it hurt so much and it was so dark, I just quietly sat there in pain and somehow the Holy Spirit turned my heart to humble myself. See, I was so used to lashing out – I was so used to stooping as low as the other people who were inflicting the pain and yet the Holy Spirit did something. And I believe that as we receive His Word today, the Holy Spirit is going to speak His Word, this Word into your heart, one day, just when you need it. Just when you feel like a city under siege; just when you are in that dark place, this beautiful Word that we have looked at in Psalm 34 and Psalm 31 and First Peter chapters 3 and 5, this is the very Word of God. Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all. I don't know about you but some days are really rotten. You know, we go along; we do; we live our lives just the best way we can and something comes out of the blue and it's so unfair and you know, it's so unexpected and it hurts and it's scary. And dark nights – well, they are so dark aren't they? They are so lonely and often so painful but in that dark night there is a bright light and it's a light that shines when we put our trust in Jesus Christ – the same Jesus who suffered a scandalous death on the cross; a death that was unfair; a death that He didn't deserve. When they hurled insults at Him; when they beat Him and when ... He just took it. He just humbled Himself because He knew there was a purpose; He knew that He would have to die for you and me. When we put our faith in that Jesus to deliver us in His time and His way, He will. See, we can have faith in Jesus from a distance; you know, we can believe in Him with our heads from a long way off but that sort of belief is pretty useless when you get to one of those dark nights. Because Jesus never meant for us to have Him at arm's length; He never meant for us to believe in Him just with our heads; He never meant for us to say, "Well, yea, I have an insurance policy", He meant to be part of our lives. And when we believe Him with our lives – do you know what that means? It means in those dark times when people are doing bad things to us, not lashing out in pain. It means saying, "You know, I'm not going to do the thing that comes naturally, which is wrong, I'm going to humble myself; I am going to believe in Jesus' deliverance with my life and just sit here and be like Christ – not like the rest of the world." When we believe like that with our lives; when we put our lives on the line and honour Him in those times of affliction, that's when He shows up. For God opposes the proud but He gives grace to the humble. Many are the afflictions of the righteous but the Lord delivers us from them all. May He bless you as you receive His Word, today?

To Become a Follower of Jesus, You Must Have Faith; and Your Faith Comes From YOU Hearing God's Word MESSAGE SUMMARY:  Others to whom you minister, such as your children and friends, can her about the Lord and the Gospel from you – for the first time or in reinforcement; but they must hear for themselves and believe for themselves to be saved. Many of us first believed because of what our parents taught us; but then we heard for ourselves, and we believed. You cannot live on another's faith in Jesus. We must hear the Gospel for ourselves and come to the Lord in our own faith. As Paul tells us in Romans 10:16-17: “But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, ‘Lord, who has believed what he has heard from us?'. So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ." You will stand before the Lord alone in judgment – you will speak for yourself with only Jesus to speak for you. Share God's good news with your family and friends so that they can hear and believe for themselves.   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 trust in the Lord with all my heart. I will trust in the Lord with all of my heart and lean not on my own understanding.  In all my ways I will seek to know Him, and He will make my pathways straight.   From Proverbs 3:5f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): 2 Timothy 1:5; 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14; Matthew 7:24-27; Psalms 72b: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: “Essentials Part 6– A Peculiar People” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Send a textWe are planning a trip out west next month, and the highlight will be two very special national parks with 2000 year old trees we are showing the kids. How have they survived this long? Because of how their roots grow and interlock with one another, they never stand alone but stand strong together. How are we to survive life's storms and the challenges to our faith? Not only must we be rooted in our faith in Christ, but we must remember that we don't stand alone. We stand stronger together, interwoven through love and faith in Jesus. #SetYourMindAbovePodcast

Join us for a very challenging and inspiring podcast featuring Bahar, an Iranian Muslim-background believer. Bahar shares her story of coming to faith in Jesus while growing up in Iran, the cost her family paid and how she has gone on to minister to Iranian women. This podcast explores themes of persecution, faith, fear and hope and will equip you to pray for the country of Iran and the Christians living there.→ Conference 2026 - theorchardwomen.com→ Instagram – instagram.com/theorchardwomen→ Website – https://theorchardwomen.com/#women #conference #church

Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away! 

Becoming a Romans 12 Christian, is the keystone teaching of Living on the Edge. It is the heartbeat of all we do and what we are about. If you're just dipping your toe in the water of "spirituality," Chip will engage you. If you don't yet have saving faith in Jesus, Chip will help you know why your eternity rests on it. If you do, he will untangle some of the issues you still struggle with and spur you on to a deeper, more fulfilling, commitment.5 Key Relationships:Relationship with God: SURRENDERED to God -Romans 12:1Relationship with the world: SEPARATE from the World -Romans 12:2Relationship with yourself: SOBER in Self-Assessment -Romans 12:3-8Relationship with believers: SERVING in Love -Romans 12:9-13Relationship with nonbelievers: SUPERNATURALLY Responding to Evil with Good -Romans 12:14-21Warning – Romans 12 is not a “try-hard” moral code to live up to, but a faith response to what God has already done for us.Romans 1-3: SIN - Our problem that separates us from God.Romans 4-5: SALVATION - God's solution in the work of Jesus Christ on the cross.Romans 6-8: SANCTIFICATION - Living your new life in God's power and growing progressively in Christ-likeness.Romans 9-11: SACRIFICE - Living in confidence because God is in control and keeps all His promises…Broadcast ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional ResourcesBecome a Monthly PartnerTrue Spirituality BookTake the Real You Assessment FreeWhat Every New Believer Needs to KnowConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260305dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Romans 4:3 The Same It’s about thirty years after Jesus has risen from the dead and ascended into heaven. His followers have eagerly shared the Good News of what Jesus has done. As a result, many have come to faith in Jesus as their Savior from sin. New congregations are forming. There is even a gathering of Christians in the capital city of the Roman Empire. Moved by the Holy Spirit, the apostle Paul sits down to write a letter to these Roman believers. What Paul writes is a letter that outlines some fundamentals of the Christian faith. As he does so, he quickly takes on one of the oldest assumptions people make about their relationship with God. That old assumption is this: I assume that, somehow, some way, I have it in me to set things right with God. Sure, I know I’m not the person I should be or could be. But if I keep improving myself, if I make up for the bad in my life by doing good, if I can live a life that’s a little better and more spiritual than most, then I’ll be in a proper position to receive blessings from God. It’s an old assumption that never dies. If Paul were to have a chance to tour our twenty-first century society, nothing would shock him. Even secularists are using the same old tools: Trying to find peace, meaning, fulfillment, identity in what I do. As old as this assumption is, Paul asserts that it is wrong. The answer to “ultimate meaning” lies not in me. It lies only in Jesus Christ. And all he has won for me—forgiveness, peace, meaning, identity, fulfillment—all this is mine through Spirit-created faith in my Savior. Faith alone. To prove it, Paul points back 2,000 years. He points back to Abraham. After God gave Abraham a cluster of promises, at the heart of which was the promise of the coming Savior, the Bible records that “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness” (Genesis 15:6). For Abraham. For Paul. For us. The answer is the same. The answer is Jesus. Prayer: Lord Jesus, when the temptation comes to look inward, move me to look to you. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260305dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Romans 4:3 The Same It’s about thirty years after Jesus has risen from the dead and ascended into heaven. His followers have eagerly shared the Good News of what Jesus has done. As a result, many have come to faith in Jesus as their Savior from sin. New congregations are forming. There is even a gathering of Christians in the capital city of the Roman Empire. Moved by the Holy Spirit, the apostle Paul sits down to write a letter to these Roman believers. What Paul writes is a letter that outlines some fundamentals of the Christian faith. As he does so, he quickly takes on one of the oldest assumptions people make about their relationship with God. That old assumption is this: I assume that, somehow, some way, I have it in me to set things right with God. Sure, I know I’m not the person I should be or could be. But if I keep improving myself, if I make up for the bad in my life by doing good, if I can live a life that’s a little better and more spiritual than most, then I’ll be in a proper position to receive blessings from God. It’s an old assumption that never dies. If Paul were to have a chance to tour our twenty-first century society, nothing would shock him. Even secularists are using the same old tools: Trying to find peace, meaning, fulfillment, identity in what I do. As old as this assumption is, Paul asserts that it is wrong. The answer to “ultimate meaning” lies not in me. It lies only in Jesus Christ. And all he has won for me—forgiveness, peace, meaning, identity, fulfillment—all this is mine through Spirit-created faith in my Savior. Faith alone. To prove it, Paul points back 2,000 years. He points back to Abraham. After God gave Abraham a cluster of promises, at the heart of which was the promise of the coming Savior, the Bible records that “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness” (Genesis 15:6). For Abraham. For Paul. For us. The answer is the same. The answer is Jesus. Prayer: Lord Jesus, when the temptation comes to look inward, move me to look to you. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

In week two of our series through Galatians, we walked through Galatians 2:15-21 and talked about the truth that we are justified through faith in Jesus, not by works. Paul reminds us that salvation is not something we earn by following rules or trying harder—it is a gift of grace received through faith in Christ alone.

In week two of our series through Galatians, we walked through Galatians 2:15-21 and talked about the truth that we are justified through faith in Jesus, not by works. Paul reminds us that salvation is not something we earn by following rules or trying harder—it is a gift of grace received through faith in Christ alone.

Stephen McWhirter shares his profound journey from a life of addiction and church hurt to one of redemption and healing through faith in Jesus. He discusses the duality of faith and hypocrisy, the importance of forgiveness, and the transformative power of repentance. Stephen emphasizes the significance of supportive relationships, particularly his wife, in his journey. He also reflects on the fragility of music and divine timing in sharing his message. Ultimately, he invites listeners to experience the realness of Jesus and the hope that comes with a relationship with Him.

Daily Dose of Hope March 4, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13   Prayer:  Lord, How we need you.  Thank you for your presence, thank you for the way you continue to pursue us.  Lord, in these next few moments of silence, help us set aside our scattered thoughts and focus on you...In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently working our way through the pastoral letters of Paul.  Toay, we are finishing Paul's second letter to the Corinthians.   Our reading is 2 Corinthians 13.  Paul has some strong closing comments for the Corinthian church. The Corinthians want evidence that God is speaking through Paul. Paul turns the argument around and tells them to assess their own faith. According to Paul, they should be examining themselves, not cross-examining him.   Paul wants the Corinthians to look closely at their own behavior and attitudes. Do they point to faith in Jesus? This is the test to which he is referring. It is so much easier to point a finger at others and criticize their behavior, speech, and lifestyle, than it is to examine our own. I can't help but be reminded of Jesus' words in Matthew 7:3-5, Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, 'Let me take the speck out of your eye,' when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye.   Just as the Corinthians wanted to focus on what they perceived as Paul's weaknesses, we also get fixated on what we see are the problems of others. All the while, we feel perfectly comfortable with a massive plank in our own eye. Ask God to reveal to you the times in which you were quick to judge others rather than examine your own life and faith.   One last thing.  You probably noticed that Paul ends his letter by telling the Corinthians to greet one another with a holy kiss.  At that time, a kiss on one or both cheeks was a common greeting.  In fact, in many places around the globe, this is still a very normal greeting.  In Cuba, we double-cheek kiss when we enter the church and again when we leave.  In Mozambique, I believe we did single-cheek kisses.  Early churches considered these kisses to be holy, an expression of the deep bond between believers and a sign of unity in the body of Christ.  Paul is known to have encouraged the practice several different times.   So, what do you think?  Should we bring this to New Hope?       Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

PSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. Partner with us through giving at BeBroken.org/donate. Thank you for your support!----------In today's episode, I sit down with Mary DeMuth, author of Restory Your Life, to talk about her powerful journey from childhood trauma and sexual abuse to healing and restoration through faith in Jesus. Mary shares how storytelling, community, and embracing our identity in Christ help us move from brokenness to wholeness. We discuss the ongoing nature of healing, the importance of safe spaces to share our unfiltered stories, and how God can re-story our lives for hope and purpose. Mary's honesty and wisdom offer encouragement for anyone seeking restoration and a new chapter in their story. To learn more about Mary and get her books, visit MaryDeMuth.com.Topics Covered in this Episode: Mary Demuth's personal journey of healing from childhood trauma and sexual abuse.The role of faith in Jesus in the healing process.The concept of restoration as a journey from brokenness to wholeness.The importance of storytelling and community in healing.The idea of "re-storying" one's life and redefining identity through faith.The ongoing nature of healing and the layers involved in trauma recovery.The significance of expressing thoughts and sharing experiences to break cycles of pain.The distinction between healing and maturing in the context of personal growth.Practical tools for restoration, including journaling and reflecting on one's story.The need for safe spaces in communities, particularly churches, to discuss and address issues of sexual abuse.More Resources:Restory Your Life* by Mary DeMuthThe Wall Around Your Heart* by Mary DeMuthSex & Anxiety (online course)Related Podcasts:Help and Hope for Women to Heal from Sexual AbuseLord Be Near: Finding Hope in Suffering through PrayerFreedom and Healing from Shame, Addiction, and Abuse*This is an affiliate link. Be Broken may earn referral fees on purchases through this link.----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsFollow us on our Vimeo Channel.

A life of faith is radical—it calls us to trust God in ways that feel impossible. But faith is only as strong as its object.In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, The Gospel According to Mark, as Paul explores the stories of Jairus and the bleeding woman, showing how placing their faith in Jesus made all the difference.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

At a young age, Pastor David Scarlett of His Glory Ministries had achieved success, financial stability, and had a promising future—yet when his marriage began to fall apart, his accomplishments offered little comfort. This crisis pushed him to seek a deeper, more authentic faith in Jesus. Later in life, Pastor David suffered a severe case of botulism after eating a chili dog—an event he says led to his death and a vivid encounter with heaven. Though only five minutes had passed in the hospital room, he describes what felt like days in heaven, and says he saw Jesus standing at the foot of his bed before returning to his body. In this episode, Pastor David shares how this near-death experience shaped his ministry, the mission that emerged from it, and his perspective on the ongoing struggle between good and evil in America. At the top of the show, Tomelex Copeland, Natasha Gray, Lynne Stroy, and Joey Svendsen discuss the moral questions surrounding combat sports like boxing and MMA, a viral story about a Walmart wedding ring used in a heartfelt proposal, and their takes on the phrase: “Be careful what you pray for.” On this Episode:Pastor David Scarlett | Instagram | Website Hosts: Tomelix Copeland  | Natasha Gray  | Chip Judd | Lynne Stroy | Joey Svendsen   Natasha's "Reminders" | Spotify | Apple Music  "Love Where You Live" highlight: Friends@StarGospelMission.OrgSeacoast Church's "Love Where You Live" Be a Patron of the podcast We have a YouTube Channel for videos of all episodes since Jan. 2024. We'd love to hear from you. E-mail Joey HERE. Producer/Editor/host: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: Katelyn Vandiver

Settle in for a heartfelt, hope-filled conversation between Allie Marie Smith and author and speaker Mary DeMuth. In this episode, Mary vulnerably shares her journey of healing from childhood trauma and how faith in Jesus met her in the middle of her pain. Together, they talk about the power of storytelling and why your story—especially the hard parts—matters. You'll hear how sharing our experiences can be a meaningful step toward healing, both for ourselves and for others. Mary also offers practical insights into tools such as EMDR therapy and the importance of safe, supportive relationships. The episode closes with a gentle invitation to take a brave next step—whether that's sharing your story, seeking support, or simply believing that healing is possible. You are not alone, and your story matters.

The way we grow is the way began - through faith in Jesus.

Is the sinner's prayer biblical? Is it required for salvation — or could it actually give people false assurance? Pastor Heath Lambert tackles one of the most common and important questions in evangelical Christianity, explaining what the sinner's prayer is, where it comes from, and what the Bible actually says about how a person is saved.0:00 – Introduction to Marked by Grace0:14 – This week's question: Should we pray the sinner's prayer?1:13 – What is the sinner's prayer? Its purpose and ingredients3:11 – The limits of the sinner's prayer3:26 – The sinner's prayer is not in the Bible4:03 – The danger of false assurance through repeated words5:36 – We are saved by faith in Jesus, not by words we say6:24 – Romans 10:13 and what it really means7:33 – The difference between professing faith and possessing faith8:07 – What the Bible actually calls us to: repent and believeLike this episode? Subscribe for more biblical teaching from Marked by Grace. Share your thoughts in the comments below about how understanding the church as people rather than a place changes your perspective.Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to markedbygrace@fbcjax.com

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In a break from our 'Live the Revolution' series, and at the conclusion our most recent Alpha Course, we dedicate our Sunday Service to the subject of the Holy Spirit: Who is the Holy Spirit? What does the Holy Spirit do? How can we be filled with the Holy Spirit? The Christian life is not just about faith in Jesus - who He is and what He has done. Putting our faith in Jesus is the vital first step. But the Holy Spirit is the one in whose dimension of life we go on to experience God throughout the rest of our lives. So  without Him we have nothing. But with the power of the Spirit in our lives, we can live the fruitful, meaningful, joy-filled, empowered lives we were made for. By Ed Flint

Pastor Jeremy continued the church's journey through the Book of John with a message from John Chapter 5 about the healing at the Pool of Bethesda. His central message was that everyone needs healing, but we must ask ourselves whether we're putting our trust in Jesus Christ or in something else. He explained that the Pool of Bethesda was a real place (confirmed by archaeological discoveries) where multitudes of sick people gathered, believing in an urban myth that an angel would stir the waters and heal the first person who entered. When Jesus encountered the man who had been an invalid for 38 years, He asked, "Do you want to be healed?" (John 5:6). The man's response revealed he was still trusting in the pool rather than recognizing who Jesus was. Pastor Jeremy drew parallels to our own lives, explaining that we all have "magic pools" - things like career advancement, the right relationship, or financial security - that we think will heal or complete us. While these aren't necessarily bad things, the question is whether we're trusting in them or in Jesus for our healing. Pastor Jeremy emphasized that God's plan doesn't always look the way we expect, and sometimes the answer is "not now." He concluded with John 5:24, explaining that there are only two paths: hearing Jesus' words and believing leads to eternal life, while the opposite leads to death. There is no neutral ground - we're all born on the path to death and must choose to move to the path of life through faith in Jesus. Earthly healing is temporary, but Jesus offers eternal life.

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This morning, we kick-off a new series in the prophetic book of Micah. Written to call God's people back to a right relationship with him, Micah's  prophecies both warn about the consequences of sin, and put forward the hope of restoration by grace. Today, in Micah 1, we'll see how the persistent sin of idolatry – which caused Israel to incur the judgment of exile – motivates us today to turn from our idols through faith in Jesus as the only cure for our sin and idolatry. Audio | Notes | Micah 1

It is our prayer that today's word would encourage and challenge to walk out your faith in Jesus, shine brightly in darkness and experience Kingdom impact in all you do! Stay connected with Belmont Church on our Facebook page, website or on the Church Center App.

Take heart. If you have faith in Jesus, God himself declares, “You are greatly loved.”

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