Podcasts about First Love

 When Obedience Isn't Enough Losing Our First Love

What "First Love" had the Church of Ephesus lost or more correctly, abandoned. Thirty years after Paul's founding of the church in Ephesus in 60 AD and the ongoing teaching by Apollos, Timothy, and John, the Lord commends this church for its intense ongoing spiritual labor unto weariness in serving the Lord. The Lord offers no criticism of their actions and spiritual lives with respect to these activities, except for the "nevertheless" of verse 4…. Nevertheless, literally "despite all," emphasizes a very strong word against them. This busy, industrious, laboring, discerning, persevering church that hated what the Lord hated apparently abandoned their "first love" of Him! In fact they had not merely lost their first love as if it was something lost by accident and could not be found; rather this was a deliberate action on their part to turn their back and walk away from their first love. Using the clues in the passage this video will define the "First Love." all believers should all their lives. 0:00 Church at Ephesus 4:40 Things "which are" 13:00 Commendation of Ephesus 23:02 The "First Love" - That Which was Lacking 23:24 The first of 5 clues as to what "First Love" is 36:23 Defining "First Love"

Pastor Neil continues the First Thing First series with “But First, Love!” Jesus declares the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and to love your neighbor as yourself. When love is first, everything else finds its proper place.

Jesus commends the Ephesians for their hard work, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to truth and doctrine. However, he also confronts them for forsaking their "first love." This powerful correction reveals a critical challenge: the church's tendency to prioritize being "right" and taking a stand over the essential, permeating characteristic of love. Discover Jesus' three-step call to remember, repent, and return to that initial, overwhelming love that should define every follower.

Live at Echo Church Melbourne Sunday February 15 Speaker: Justin Box Title: First Love If you'd like more information about Echo Church, go to echochurch.org.au

Description: Being busy for God is not the same as being close to God. How can we find that closeness we so desire and maintain it in our current culture? 

021626Sunday Gathering"Returning Unto Your First Love" Pastor James Horn

February 15, 2026Pastor Scott PolingOther Scripture used: Revelation 1:12-18; Revelation 1:20; James 3:1; Ephesians 4:11-12; Hebrews 13:17; Daniel 12:3; Hebrews 4:13; Hebrews 6:10; 1 Corinthians 15:58; Psalm 1:1; Acts 1:21-23; Acts 20:28-31; 2 Corinthians 11:3, 13-15; Matthew 7:15-16a; Romans 1:16; 1 John 2:15-17; Matthew 10:37; Ephesians 3:17b-19; Ephesians 6:23-24; Philippians 1:6; 1 John 1:8-10; Mark 12:30; John 14:15, 21, 23a; Acts 6:5b; 1 John 5:4; Revelation 1:17b-18; John 11:25-26a; 2 Corinthians 12:2-4a; Psalm 23:6; John 14:1-3Main Points:FIRST – LOVEGod is ever present in His churchGod knows all the good done in His churchGod can detect a lack of love in His churchGod invites us back as His churchGod at times will discipline His churchGod commends commitment from His churchGod gives eternal life in Heaven to those in His church

On Valentine's Weekend, Pastor Andy shares the wordds of Jesus to the Church in Ephesus (Revelation 2). While there is strong praise and commendation, there is a sharp warning also...   In this Message 01:01 The Foundation of Real Love  04:11 Jesus' "Valentine" to Ephesus (Revelation 2) 05:58 Commendation 08:28 The Rebuke 14:24 The Warning 19:23 The Greatest Commandment 28:03 Practical Application 32:18 Closing Invitation and Prayer

Most of us never really forget the person who first made our heart race or that awkward, wonderful, or maybe disappointing teenage kiss. Whether it was magic or a mess, that first experience often leaves a mark that shapes the way we see relationships as adults. How can one relationship have such a lasting effect?
So, do we keep comparing every relationship to that first one?
Does it matter if that first relationship was happy or painful?
And what happens if your first love was a positive experience?
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คอลัมน์ “สดแต่เช้า”ปีที่5 (ตอนที่ 320)รักแรกแรงกว่ายา!“แต่เรามีข้อที่จะต่อว่าเจ้าบ้างคือว่าเจ้าละทิ้งความรักครั้งแรกของเจ้า”‭‭ ~วิวรณ์‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬ ‭THSV11‬‬“Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken the love you had at first.”‭‭ ~Revelation‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬ปกติ คนมักคิดว่ายาเสพติดเป็นสิ่งที่เลิกยากมากที่สุด!แต่ผลจากการวิจัยพบว่า... “รักครั้งแรกนั้นมีฤทธิ์ลึกล้ำเหนือกว่ายาเสพติด!”ถ่านที่ไม่เคยติดไฟ จะติดไฟยาก เทียนที่ไม่เคยถูกจุด จะติดไฟลำบาก!แต่ถ่านและเทียนที่เคยติดไฟแล้ว จะติดไฟได้ง่ายขึ้น!ความรักก็เช่นกันคนไม่เคยมีความรัก จะรักยากแต่หากรักใครเป็นรักแรก ไม่ว่าจะสมหวังหรือไม่สมหวังคุณก็เหมือนถ่านหรือเทียนไขที่เคยถูกจุดมาแล้วหากอยู่ใกล้ไฟ ก็อาจติดไฟรักได้อีกครั้ง ไม่ยากเลย! ใช่ครับ คนติดรักก็เหมือนติดยาติดเมื่อใดจะเลิกยากและแม้จะเลิก(รัก)ได้ แต่หากใกล้ชิดกันอีกครั้งก็อาจเป็นถ่านไฟเก่า ที่ติดขึ้นมาได้อีกครั้งดังนั้น หากคุณมีคนรักหรือคู่สมรสแล้ว ก็จงระวัง! จงหมั่นรักและปรุงรสรักกับคนรักของคุณเป็นประจำอย่าประมาทและอย่าเสี่ยงที่ทำให้ความสัมพันธ์ของคุณกับคนที่คุณรักในปัจจุบันต้องร้าวฉาน หรือ ปริแตกโดยเฉพาะอย่างยื่ง อย่าปล่อยตัวปล่อยใจ ให้เข้าไปเล่นกับไฟ(เก่า)!แนนซี่ คาลิช นักจิตวิทยาจากมหาวิทยาลัยแห่งรัฐคาลิฟอเนีย (California State University) เตือนว่า ... “รักครั้งแรก” จะชวนให้เราเคลิบเคลิ้มหลงใหลยิ่งกว่ายาเสพติดชนิดใดๆและสามารถทำให้ถ่านไฟเก่าคุโชนขึ้นในชั่วพริบตา!“เฮเลน ฟิชเชอร์ ผู้แต่งหนังสือ “Why we love?” และเป็นนักมนุษยวิทยาจากมหาวิทยาลัยรัดเจอร์ส ในสหรัฐอเมริกา ก็อธิบายว่า ฮอร์โมนของหนุ่มสาวเป็นตัวการที่ฝังรักครั้งแรกลงไปในสมอง และเสียงหรือสัมผัสรักจะกระตุ้นความต้องการที่ตอกย้ำลงไปในจุดเดิม ๆ ในสมองเช่นเดียวกับที่ฤทธิ์ของโคเคนกระทำ เพียงแต่ว่าอิทธิพลของรักแรกนั้นจะรุนแรงกว่ายาเสพติดทุกชนิด!เวลานี้ เราอยู่ในยุคที่ทุกอย่างสามารถเชื่อมโยงกันได้อย่างรวดเร็วภายในพริบตา ผ่านทางอินเตอร์เน็ต คุณภาพสูง รวมทั้งสามารถตามหา ติดต่อ และกลับไปพบกับคนรักเก่าได้อีกครั้งอันตรายก็คือ “ถ่านไฟเก่าอาจลุกโชน” ขึ้นอีกครั้งก็เป็นได้!เหมือนดังที่แนนซี่ คาลิช เจ้าของผลงานวิจัยที่มีชื่อว่า “Lost and Found Lovers” กล่าวว่าคนที่เป็นม่ายไม่ว่าจะเกิดจากการหย่าร้างหรือจากการที่คู่ครอง(เดิม) เสียชีวิต เขาหรือเธอมักหวนกลับไปหาคนรักเก่า หากว่าพวกเขามีโอกาสพบกันอีกหน!จากสถิต พบว่า 62 % ของคนรักเก่าเหล่านั้นมักแต่งงานกับคนอื่นไปแล้วดังนั้น การกลับไปหารักครั้งแรกจึงอาจสร้างปัญหาและกลายเป็นโศกนาฎกรรมได้ หากว่า“รักเก่า”เหล่านั้น กำลังมีคู่ครองหรือคนรักอยู่ในเวลานั้น!เช่นเดียวกับ ในฝ่ายจิตวิญญาณ​อย่าให้เรากลับไปหารักเก่าคือรักที่เราเคยมีกับเนื้อหนังและความบาป แต่​ ขอให้เรากลับไปหารักแรก หรือ หรือถ่านไฟเก่าที่เรามี กับ1).พระเยซูคริสต์2).พี่น้องผู้ร่วมเชื่อในพระเยซูคริสต์ หากว่าเราห่างเหินไปจากรักนี้ ในพระคัมภีร์เรียกสิ่งนี้ว่า “รักครั้งแรก” หรือว่า “รักดั้งเดิม”(First Love)พี่น้องที่รักอย่าให้ใครแย่งชิงรักแรกระหว่างคุณกับพระเจ้าไป แต่หากว่าคุณเคยสูญเสียรักนั้นไปแล้ว ก็ขอให้คุณ จงรีบกลับไป นำรักดั้งเดิมนั้นกลับคืนมา ณ บัดนี้เลย …จะดีไหม?……………………………………………ธงชัย ประดับชนานุรัตน์14กุมภาพันธ์ 2026 (ตอนที่320ปีที่5)#YoutubeCJCONNECT#คริสตจักรแห่งความรัก#Churchoflove #ShareTheLoveForward #ChurchOfJoy #คริสตจักรแห่งความสุข #NimitmaiChristianChurch #คริสตจักรนิมิตใหม่ #ฮักกัยประเทศไทย #อัลฟ่า #หนึ่งล้านความดี

In this message, we examine one of the most sobering warnings ever spoken by Christ to His church: “Thou hast left thy first love.” From the mystery of Genesis to the majesty of Revelation, we are reminded that the God who created, who speaks, and who walks among His churches still evaluates the condition of our hearts. Have we grown familiar with holy things? Have we substituted activity for affection? This lesson calls us back—not merely to doctrine or duty—but to devotion.

But I have this against you, that you have left your first love. -Revelation 2:4. Do you remember your first love? You couldn't eat. You couldn't sleep. You couldn't think or talk about anything else. That is how it should be with the Lord. The passion between the Lord and us is the foundation for everything. Don't ever lose what brought you to Jesus. 

Have you ever found yourself caught in a whirlwind of infatuation, unable to discern between love and obsession? In this conversation, Dr. Alexandra and journalist and author Amanda McCracken discuss limerence, a state of being infatuated or obsessed with another person, typically characterized by a strong desire for reciprocation of one's feelings. Drawing from her compelling new book, When Longing Becomes Your Lover, Amanda shares her personal journey through the complexities of limerence, shedding light on how modern dating practices and social media amplify this intense emotional state. Beyond the macro/cultural factors, you will hear about the individual risk factors that can lead to patterns of limerence, such as painful early experiences and certain neuro-wirings/diagnoses, like ADHD and autism. You will also hear about how Amanda approached healing from her limerent patterns and opened herself up to a healthy, reciprocal intimate partnership.Resources worth mentioning from the episode:When Longing Becomes Your Lover: Breaking from Infatuation, Rejection, and Perfectionism to Find Authentic Love: A True Story of Overcoming Limerence by Amanda McCracken https://bookshop.org/p/books/when-longing-becomes-your-lover-breaking-from-infatuation-rejection-and-perfectionism-to-find-authentic-love-a-true-story-of-overcoming-limerence-a/ef0e30a5bd30e10b?aid=116429&ean=9781546008538&listref=2026-most-anticipated-memoirs-and-essay-collections&next=tLearn more about Amanda McCracken: https://www.amandajmccracken.com/Follow Amanda McCracken on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelonginglabListen to The Longing Lab Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-longing-lab/id1606581375Dr. Tom Bellamy's Living With Limerence: https://livingwithlimerence.com/about/Reimagining Love episode Crushes, First Love, and Heartbreak: Supporting Teens Through Relationship Milestones with Lisa A. Phillips https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushes-first-love-and-heartbreak-supporting-teens/id1588419386?i=1000704425459&l=ruContinue the conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon:Ask a question! Submit your relationship challenge: https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Access Resources, like quizzes and courses: https://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/resourcesOrder Dr. Alexandra's book, Love Every Day: https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530Cultivate connection by subscribing to Dr. Alexandra's Loving Bravely newsletter: https://newsletter.dralexandrasolomon.com/Learn more on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when a church does all the right things but with the wrong motivation?  In this message, Pastor Eric Robertson shares our necessary response. Ultimately, the Book of Revelation is about a problem that is only solved when God's people wake up, repent, and faithfully wait on the return of Jesus.One of the worst problems is the one you don't know you have.Even worse are the problems you can see but don't recognize.Ephesus: HistoryEphesus was an influential city in the Roman world: a major port city in Asia Minor—economically powerful, culturally diverse, and religiously pluralistic. Faithfulness required constant discernment.The city was defined by idol worship. The Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Converting to Christianity meant rejecting the city's spiritual identity and economic system (Acts 19).Though the church seemed to be doing well, there was a glaring problem that John addressed.What Did It Mean: Revelation 2:1–7Each letter follows the criticism sandwich: (Good)(Bad)(Good).Jesus gives this critique while walking among the lampstands—the churches that illuminate Christ to the world.They served well, worked hard, corrected the wicked, removed toxic leaders, suffered faithfully, and didn't grow weary. Ephesus was a hard-working church.Imagine hearing: "You're great—but you don't love me."The letters were written to specific churches, but meant for all churches.What Does It Mean?This passage is often preached as a call to return to passion, but Jesus doesn't critique their passion.Paul once said of them: "Your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God's people" (Eph. 1:15–16).The problem wasn't their works, but their why. They disconnected from the reason they exist.Returning to your first love is remembering why you do what you do: to love God and love others.When a church forgets its why, it doesn't stop working—it stops breathing.Our vision is Belong, Believe, Become, but Ephesus drifted into Believe, Become, Belong.When love is no longer the motivation, we build walls instead of bridges and become known for what we're against instead of Who we're for.How Do We Respond?1. Remember – "Consider how far you have fallen."Remember where you were when God found you and why the church exists.2. Repent – "Repent."Recognize how far you've drifted. The church illuminates Jesus, not itself.3. Return – "Do the things you did at first."Matthew 22:37–40: Love God and love your neighbor.If you don't love your neighbor, you don't have love at all.Closing: Revelation 2:7Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.Returning to our first love is a return to paradise—the life God intended.If we fail to hear, our lampstand will be removed.The church at Ephesus no longer exists—only ruins remain.Have we fallen from our first love?

Join Pastor Bryan as he shares a message entitled "First Love - A Call To Remain"

Korean-Japanese crossover dramas are a phenomenon that's building steam for a few years. Taking a look at the shows we have till now with Frabby (from crabbyfordramas.wordpress.com).(Paroma recorded this livestream for her YouTube Channel: The Drama Notes)TIMESTAMPS:Dramas as they first come up in the discussion:00:00 Intro 06:00 First Love (2022) 08:45 Eye Love You (2024) 10:12 What Comes After Love (2024) 15:13 Romantics Anonymous (2025) 16:57 Kimbap and Onigiri (2026) 23:10 Winter Sonata (2002) 26:13 Marry My Husband Japan (2025) 30:30 Can This Love Be Translated? (2026) 32:40 Will You Be My Manager? (2025) 45:53 Unnatural (2018) 46:17 Full time wife escapist (2016) 47:55 Learning to Love (2025) 54:24 Orange Days (2004) 1:01:04 Friends (2002) 1:04:35 Soul Mate (2026)Leave us your COMMENTS here.LINKS MENTIONED:Frabby's blog that convinced me to like the AMNESIA trope (not the childhood romance got that wrong): https://share.google/rwGc8VvKtOJEv8sctLEAVE US A REVIEW:Apple podcasts | Spotify | Audible!MORE EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:Episode:NEWSLETTER:Join our email list for the monthly newsletter with podcast announcements and special episodes!PATRONS:SPECIAL THANK YOU to our beloved patrons for another year of helping us light the lanterns to sail our ship! Join it here!❤︎ You can MAJORLY support us by leaving a review on your podcast app, or sharing the episode with friends! ❤︎SOCIAL:Follow us on Twitter @dramasoverflow and Instagram @dramasoverflowers_.Email us at dramasoverflowers@gmail.com.CREDITS:This episode was edited by _____. Music is ___ by ____

Are you living driven by pressure… or marked by devotion? In this final message of Returning to the First Love, Pastor Jonny walks through Malachi 3:13–4:6 to uncover what's really shaping our lives — performance, security, exhaustion, or reverence for God. Discover the difference between spiritual burnout and holy distinction, and how the fear of the Lord restores joy, clarity, and healing. If you've been faithful but weary, this message is for you.

To love God first is to put him first in our affection, attention, and priority. If anyone or anything comes before God, it becomes an idol. We can even make the ministry for him more important than a relationship with him.Main Points:1. Our motive for putting Jesus first in our lives cannot be the desire for blessings alone. The primary reason we put Jesus first is because He is worthy. Jesus is supreme. He is preeminent. He alone is God. He is the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords.2. What is true in our theology must be true in practice. What is true in our beliefs must be true in our lifestyle.3. You and I will never be fulfilled until we put God first in our lives. And we can never do that until we surrender our lives to Jesus Christ once and for all.Today's Scripture Verses:Revelation 2:4-5 - “Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lampstand from its place—unless you repent.”Colossians 1:15-16 - “Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, for through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can't see—such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through him and for him.”Colossians 1:18 - “Christ is also the head of the church, which is his body. He is the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead. So he is first in everything.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

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Are you exhausted from trying to hold everything together? In Malachi 3, God doesn't begin with demand—but with a declaration: “I do not change.” This message explores how we drift from first love by trying harder instead of trusting deeper, and how misplaced trust—especially around possessions—leads to fear and exhaustion. Discover how God's invitation to bring and trust isn't about pressure, but about freedom. Trust flows into freedom.

Unity among Christians is a fruit of walking in "First Love" and is a key to unlock revival among us! I will share with you what I believe this looks like and what it means.Enjoy!

Send us a textAfter the technical difficulties last week, for which I humbly apologise, we're back on track with another Q&A!I discuss;The difference between Failure and Fatigue, and why it REALY matters for postpartum training.I also talk about why I'm "soo unprofessional" with regards to HPNB :)And, finally, the importance of "getting the basics right" and what that really means. For this is a lot more complicated than you might think,.As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on  Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic       Playing us out;  "First Love" by Schimmer

Corporate fasting aligns our hearts with God's purposes and positions us to heard His voice and respond in faith to His calling and mission. 

Pastor Dominic's sermon emphasizes consecration, God's blessing, and preparation for spiritual and material growth, encouraging believers to trust God's timing for breakthrough.

What do you do when life feels unfair?In Malachi, God responds to cries for justice—not with distance, but by coming close.Join us for a short, reflective message on refinement, grace, and the God who restores what He loves.

Revelation 2 To the Church in Ephesus 2 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. 3 You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have not grown weary. 4 Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken the love you had at first. 5 Consider how far you have fallen! Repent and do the things you did at first. If you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place. 6 But you have this in your favor: You hate the practices of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. 7 Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to eat from the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God. To the Church in Smyrna 8 “To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! I know about the slander of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor's crown. 11 Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. The one who is victorious will not be hurt at all by the second death. To the Church in Pergamum 12 “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, double-edged sword. 13 I know where you live—where Satan has his throne. Yet you remain true to my name. You did not renounce your faith in me, not even in the days of Antipas, my faithful witness, who was put to death in your city—where Satan lives. 14 Nevertheless, I have a few things against you: There are some among you who hold to the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to entice the Israelites to sin so that they ate food sacrificed to idols and committed sexual immorality. 15 Likewise, you also have those who hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans. 16 Repent therefore! Otherwise, I will soon come to you and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth. 17 Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who is victorious, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give that person a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to the one who receives it. To the Church in Thyatira 18 “To the angel of the church in Thyatira write: These are the words of the Son of God, whose eyes are like blazing fire and whose feet are like burnished bronze. 19 I know your deeds, your love and faith, your service and perseverance, and that you are now doing more than you did at first. 20 Nevertheless, I have this against you: You tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophet. By her teaching she misleads my servants into sexual immorality and the eating of food sacrificed to idols. 21 I have given her time to repent of her immorality, but she is unwilling. 22 So I will cast her on a bed of suffering, and I will make those who commit adultery with her suffer intensely, unless they repent of her ways. 23 I will strike her children dead. Then all the churches will know that I am he who searches hearts and minds, and I will repay each of you according to your deeds. 24 Now I say to the rest of you in Thyatira, to you who do not hold to her teaching and have not learned Satan's so-called deep secrets, ‘I will not impose any other burden on you, 25 except to hold on to what you have until I come.' 26 To the one who is victorious and does my will to the end, I will give authority over the nations— 27 that one ‘will rule them with an iron scepter and will dash them to pieces like pottery'—just as I have received authority from my Father. 28 I will also give that one the morning star. 29 Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1942: Steve Pavlina shares unconventional yet practical ways to earn your first dollar doing what you love, proving that even the smallest creative effort can open the door to bigger opportunities. Through simple ideas and a powerful real-life example, he reveals how passion, persistence, and saying yes to small beginnings can lead to fulfilling, sustainable income. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2008/07/how-to-earn-your-first-love-dollar/ Quotes to ponder: "Often opportunities will manifest in the form of ideas. Your job is to turn those ideas into action." "Although the money you earn may be financially insignificant for the time invested, it will feel good to get paid doing something that doesn't feel like work to you." "It's really hard to compete against someone who loves their work."

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1941: Steve Pavlina encourages readers to shift their mindset by embracing even the smallest opportunities to earn money doing what they love. He shares how welcoming that "first love dollar" sets powerful intentions, opens the door to aligned opportunities, and can spark exponential growth if approached with playfulness and openness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2008/07/how-to-earn-your-first-love-dollar/ Quotes to ponder: "Very often people who are stuck in the pattern of doing work they dislike will shun simple opportunities to earn small amounts of money doing something they love." "If you want to make a living doing work you truly love, then a necessary first step is to earn that first dollar." "Don't scoff at the extra few bucks when they show up. If you treat them well, they may tell their friends about you."

E ae!Welcome to Deep Space Podcast! Many thanks for listening. For the 2nd episode of 2026 we gonna listen an exclusive guestmix by my South African brother from long time MAKHEN! He even played an unreleased remix of mine to his duo Makhen_Gigga, check it out! Many thanks for putting it together, bro! You can know more about Makhen at:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/za/artist/makhen-gigga/483186960Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/makhengiggaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakhenGigga Shoutout to the listener Fernando Tourinho! Thank you for the feedbacks! Check how to become Spatial Listener and Co-Host of the show:https://deepspacepodcast.com/subscribe Enjoy the week534! Playlist:Artist – Track Name – [Label] 1st hour mixed by Marcelo TavaresMok Jay – Invigorating (Inst Mix)Khutšo Chuma – DreamerSentinel 793 – Yer Rite – [Phuture Shock Muzik]Miguel Scott – The Definition (Lars Behrenroth Remix) – [Deeper Shades]Jon’Smu – XBO9I – [Hanagasumi]Levels of I – Atlas – [TURNLAND]DJ Central – Twice The Space In Space – [HELP]Alvar – Meg og Sola – [Peak Experience]Ode To 97 – Track Star – [Departure Lounge]MasterChynos – Time Piece (Original Mix) – [Nylon Trax]Leo Gunn – Open Spaces – [Deep Explorer]DJ Honesty – Wired (Satoshi Tomiie Remix) – [Syncrophone] 2nd hour exclusive guestmix by Makhen (South Africa)ANOR feat. Abel Balder – Relax My Eyes – [NO ART]Millik & Zigel – Feel Me (Mario Basanov Remix) – [NM2]Chronical Deep – First Love – [Komplex KE]Jan Blomqvist – The Space In between (Ben Bohmer Remix) – [Armada Electronic Elements]Fred Again feat. The Blessed Madonna – Marea (We've Lost Dancing) – [Atlantic]The Jazzmaster – Really Miss your Love (Soulfrekah Edit)Makhen Gigga – The Shindig Tape (Marcelo Tavares Remix) (UNRELEASED)Helly Larson – On Falling – [Deep Site Digital]Mihai Popoviciu – The Swindle (Original Mix) – [Clubstar]6LACK – Worst Luck (Makhen Gigga ADH Mix) (UNRELEASED)

Discover God's love as the foundation for transformation, righteousness through Christ, and the power of worship to bring fruitfulness in life's barren seasons.

Faithfulness is rare in our world—but God has never failed. In this message from Malachi 2, we confront broken promises, compromised worship, and the deeper call to covenant faithfulness. This isn't just about marriage or behavior—it's about who God is, who we're becoming, and how Jesus remains faithful where we have failed. If you've ever felt the tension between devotion and drift, this message is an invitation to return to first love and rediscover the God who never lets go.

In this message, we're reminded of the most essential truth of the Christian life: God loves us, and He's calling us back to Him as our first love. Throughout Scripture, God constantly calls His people to turn from the mindset of obsessively doing things for Him without first being deeply in love with Him and letting that love be shared. The path back to our first love isn't trying harder—it's beholding the fact that we love because He first loved us.

Joshijah Little walks us through Luke 10 and John 12 as we discuss the posture of staying at His feet while we listen, while we stand and walk, and while we be the church.

By William Bradford - On the theme of the congregational annual focus Scripture, Jude 1:3, this sermon urges us to contend earnestly, and remember our first love.

Explore rekindling your first love with Jesus by prioritizing intimacy over works, receiving God's love, and removing distractions to deepen your spiritual connection.

Many believers find themselves spiritually drifting despite maintaining faithful church attendance and good works. The church at Ephesus exemplified this - they were doctrinally sound and hardworking, yet Jesus said they had lost their first love. First love is passionate, grateful love that remembers what God has rescued us from. When we lose this fire, worship becomes routine, prayer becomes rare, and serving becomes obligation. Jesus provides a three-step solution: Remember where you once were with God, Repent by changing direction back to Him, and Return to the practices that once fueled your passion. Revival begins when we make the first move toward rekindling our relationship with Christ.

What if the greatest threat to your spiritual life isn't rebellion… but distraction?In this message from Malachi 1:6–2:9, guest speaker Jon Mayak exposes how spiritual drift happens—quietly, gradually, almost unnoticed—until our love for Jesus becomes “just another day at the beach.” Worship can continue. Church can stay busy. Theology can stay strong. But our hearts can be absent.This sermon is a wake-up call to return to first love: to move from leftovers to surrender, from convenience to devotion, and from familiarity to awe. Jesus isn't after butterflies—He wants your faithfulness.If you've felt the fire grow cold, this message will help you remember, repent, and redo the things you did at first—and reorient your life around the beauty of Jesus.

Listen to our Pastor Q&A session with Pastor Jimmy Witcher.

Continuing our First Love Series, Chad speaks on the Church of Ephesus as described in Revelation 2, reminding the church of their First Love with Christ and how it inspires us to live our lives.

An insightful and inspirational start to 2026! Sean Azzaro reflects on the importance of returning to your first love in Christ, balancing service with spiritual devotion, and finding joy and rest in His presence. Alongside co-host Baron Wiley, Pastor Sean also discusses practical advice for maintaining spiritual vitality throughout the year. 00:00 Introduction to the Greatest Story Ever Told01:07 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life01:24 New Year Reflections and Personal Updates02:08 Chicago Bears and Playoff Excitement04:06 Discussing Global Politics and Justice06:25 Returning to Your First Love07:47 Practical Tips for Bible Reading14:06 The Importance of Quality Time with God21:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

An insightful and inspirational start to 2026! Sean Azzaro reflects on the importance of returning to your first love in Christ, balancing service with spiritual devotion, and finding joy and rest in His presence. Alongside co-host Baron Wiley, Pastor Sean also discusses practical advice for maintaining spiritual vitality throughout the year. 00:00 Introduction to the Greatest Story Ever Told01:07 Welcome to Reaching for Real Life01:24 New Year Reflections and Personal Updates02:08 Chicago Bears and Playoff Excitement04:06 Discussing Global Politics and Justice06:25 Returning to Your First Love07:47 Practical Tips for Bible Reading14:06 The Importance of Quality Time with God21:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Pastor Dominic explores spiritual disciplines, focusing on prayer, fasting, and giving, to prepare believers for 2026 and transform past pain into beauty.

Chainsaw Man looks like chaos—but beneath the blood and devils lies a mythic story about fear, control, and the cost of desire. In this episode, we break down the symbolism, archetypes, and psychological journey that turn Chainsaw Man into one of the most compelling modern anime narratives.Show Notes:00:00 Introduction and Setup00:17 Diving into Chainsaw Man02:30 Understanding the Devils05:35 Symbolism and Real-World Parallels12:44 The Chain of Being30:42 Character Analysis: Denji, Aki, and Power35:30 The Great Mother Archetype37:29 Power Moves In38:43 Chainsaw Man's Deeper Resonance41:07 Reze Arc: A Turning Point44:17 First Love and Betrayal52:48 The Role of Angels and Demons01:05:11 Power's Transformation ( Spoilers Start Now)01:08:08 Adolescence and the Fantasy of Youth01:08:51 The Dangers of Escaping into Fantasy01:09:29 The Perils of Modern Medicine01:12:09 Chainsaw Man: The Control Devil01:13:12 The Dark Side of Femininity01:17:15 The Tragic Story of Aki01:18:37 The Philosophy of Power and Control01:25:34 The Hero's Journey and Cultural Narratives