POPULARITY
Categories
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dobek Pater, director of business development at Africa Analysis, about Africa’s emerging MVNO market, with subscriber numbers forecast to rise from 7.9-million in 2025 to 39.6-million by 2030. Only nine of the 54 markets assessed currently have active MVNOs, while South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda are expected to account for 85% of the 2030 subscriber base. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
DESCRIPTION Biblical leadership and spiritual warfare were never meant to be separated. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture repeatedly connects godly authority with the responsibility to guard, protect, preserve, and advance what God has established. In this powerful Biblical Life teaching, Dr. Michael Lake examines a truth the modern Church desperately needs to recover: Every legitimate biblical leader is called to stand under God's authority—and biblical authority carries with it the responsibility to resist darkness. The shepherd's staff provides a powerful picture of this principle. It steadies the leader's walk, guides those who follow, and can become a weapon when the flock is threatened. That pattern begins in Genesis. Adam was commissioned to exercise dominion, guard what God entrusted to him, and extend God's order throughout the earth. Yet the spiritual conflict was already underway. Leadership was necessary precisely because there was something that needed to be guarded. This principle continues throughout Scripture. · Noah protected humanity through obedience. · Abraham defended the covenant family. · Moses confronted Pharaoh. · Joshua led Israel against the corruption of Canaan. · David defended Israel from its enemies. · Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem while preparing the people to fight. And Jesus Christ—the perfect Shepherd, Leader, and Warrior—came "doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil" (Acts 10:38). The modern Church has often separated leadership from spiritual warfare. The result has been weakened families, passive believers, exhausted pastors, confused authority structures, and Christians who have never been taught how to stand their ground spiritually. That must change. Dr. Lake examines how biblical leadership establishes God's order, while spiritual warfare protects it. You will discover why: · Leadership begins with submission to God's authority. · The home is one of the first places biblical leadership must operate. · Husbands and wives were designed to function together under God's order. · Spiritual warfare did not begin in Genesis 3—the conflict was already present in Genesis 1. · Adam was commissioned to rule, guard, and preserve what God entrusted to him. · The shepherd's staff symbolizes both leadership and warfare. · Satan consistently targets leaders because destroying leadership scatters those under its protection. · The fivefold ministry carries specific responsibilities in the spiritual conflict. · Truth, holiness, prayer, obedience, discernment, and forgiveness are powerful weapons of biblical leadership. · Spiritual authority grows as believers themselves submit to the authority of Christ. · The name of Jesus must govern us before we presume to exercise His authority against the enemy. One of the most important principles in this teaching is simple: · Because I am under authority, I can move in authority. · Spiritual authority is not bravado. · It is not yelling at demons. · It is not religious theatrics. It flows from submission to Jesus Christ, obedience to the Word of God, holiness, covenant faithfulness, and a life increasingly governed by the character of Christ. The days ahead will require believers who know how to lead themselves, protect their households, discern deception, stand on biblical truth, and resist the kingdom of darkness. It is time to take up the shepherd's staff again. It is time to LEAD. It is time to GUARD. It is time to STAND. And when necessary, it is time to FIGHT. The Bible is not merely a devotional book. It is also a war book. And God is preparing His remnant to understand how biblical leadership and spiritual warfare function together. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ HELP US REACH AND EQUIP THE REMNANT If this teaching strengthens you, please: ✓ LIKE this video—it helps YouTube recommend this teaching to others. ✓ SUBSCRIBE to Biblical Life TV and turn on notifications so you don't miss future teachings. ✓ SHARE this message with pastors, fathers, husbands, ministry leaders, intercessors, and believers who understand that the Church must recover biblical leadership. ✓ COMMENT BELOW: What area of biblical leadership do you believe the Church most urgently needs to recover? Your engagement helps these teachings reach believers who might otherwise never discover them. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ BECOME A MINISTRY PARTNER Biblical Life TV and Kingdom Intelligence Briefing are made possible by friends and ministry partners around the world who believe in preparing and equipping the remnant for the days ahead. Your prayers and financial partnership help us continue producing biblical teaching, research, podcasts, and resources designed to strengthen believers in the Word of God. To learn more, access teaching resources, or support the ministry, visit: KingdomIntelligenceBriefing.com Online Giving: https://store.biblicallifeassembly.org Mailing Address: Biblical Life P.O. Box 160 Seymour, MO 65746-0160 Thank you to every partner who stands with us. Your partnership enables Biblical Life TV to continue proclaiming biblical truth and preparing the remnant worldwide. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SCRIPTURES & BIBLICAL THEMES DISCUSSED · Genesis 1:1–28 — Creation, dominion, separation, authority, and spiritual conflict · Genesis 2:15 — Adam commissioned to work, guard, and preserve the Garden · Genesis 3:1–24 — The failure of leadership and the entrance of sin · Genesis 6:1–4 — Rebellion and the corruption associated with the Genesis 6 event · Joshua 24:15 — "As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD" · Zechariah 13:7 — Strike the shepherd and the sheep scatter · Matthew 24 — Deception, false teachers, and false prophets in the last days · Luke 10:19 — Authority over the power of the enemy · Acts 10:38 — Jesus destroying the oppression of the devil · Ephesians 4:11–16 — Fivefold ministry and the equipping of the saints · Revelation 21:1–27 — The ultimate removal of darkness and chaos under God's restored order TIMELINE 00:00 — Introduction 01:30 — Opening Prayer & the Crisis of Our Generation 05:00 — Why the Church Needs Biblical Leadership 09:00 — The Shepherd's Staff: Leadership & Warfare 14:00 — Dominion and Authority in Genesis 20:00 — Adam, Eve & Kingdom Leadership 28:00 — Spiritual Warfare Begins in Genesis 1 37:00 — Guarding What God Entrusts to You 44:00 — Authority Against Spiritual Chaos 53:00 — Restoring Leadership in the Home 59:00 — Moses, David & the Staff of Authority 1:02:00 — Jesus: Shepherd, Leader & Warrior 1:08:00 — Fivefold Ministry as Spiritual Warfare 1:11:00 — Why Satan Targets Leadership 1:17:00 — David, Goliath & Growing in Authority 1:20:00 — The Name of Jesus and Submission to Christ 1:23:00 — Forgiveness, Healing & Spiritual Authority
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony joined today by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony greets everyone, mentioning he's transitioning from just completing a funeral, he offers prayers for the rest of the soul of the deceased and their family. Father leads us in prayer adding the Litany to the Sacred Heart. After prayer, Father mentions the 4th of July celebrating our nation yet there's so much polarization in our country and in the church. This leads him to wonder if there is a tipping point where God decides to step in to bring us down in order to build us back up? They discuss this idea as they look to biblical events to help support their ideas. After a break, Father asks Alice to continue her discussion over the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five-Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes, which they began discussing last week Friday. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. Today Alice focuses on sharing the many miracles credited to the various scapular folds. The book is available at priestlypress.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony joined today by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony greets everyone and chats about experiences on his recent time away from the parish. After prayer, Father welcomes back Alice to continue her discussion over the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five-Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. Today Alice focuses on sharing the many miracles credited to the various scapular folds. The book is available at priestlypress.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
In session 3 we hear from Pastor Eric Hansen. He dives into what is necessary if we want to succeed in ministry.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
Do you know, or do you know? In this final message of the Five Fold Conference, Pastor Steve Nordyke takes us on a journey of the importance of “knowing” God.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
Pastor Hannah asks questions to the Five Fold board members that were submitted by attendees of the Five Fold Conference. Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
What's the difference between the battles we face and the war at hand? Pastor Steve breaks this down and more in session 4 of the Five Fold Conference.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
On Saturday night, Pastor Eric shares a message to a room full of ministers credentialed by Five Fold International.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
In session 2 of the Five Fold Conference, Dr. David Nichols helps us understand what Cessationism is and where we should stand on the operation of spiritual gifts for today.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
Pastor Hannah kicks off the Five Fold Conference by introducing some powerful women of God. They share from their ministry experience and encourage us.Learn more about Five Fold International here.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony, joined by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony is joined by visitors from Texas, former alumni and parishioner Hector Arroyo with his daughter Brianna Arroyo. Father greets everyone and there's reminiscing around past times and the lost community around the church. After a break, Father welcomes back Alice Babij (Bobby) who introduces the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. The book is available at priestlypress.com. Father ends today's show with commentary on the presentation of the five-fold scapular. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
In the early 2000s, Disney was on the brink of collapse. Shareholders were revolting. Morale was at an all-time low. The board finally forced out longtime CEO Michael Eisner. Here's what makes that story fascinating. Eisner's first decade was historic. His last was abysmal. Same man. Same company. So what changed? Disney grew. Eisner never grew with it. Every decision, every ride, every film had to run through his micromanaging leadership. That style worked when the company was smaller. It was destroying them two decades later. Enter Bob Iger. In his memoir, The Ride of a Lifetime, Iger describes building his entire vision around three clear priorities. That vision transformed the company. Iger understood something Eisner never did: what got Disney here wouldn't get Disney there. They didn't need an updated Mickey. They needed an updated method. Churches face the same tension. By God's grace, our church is growing. But the win isn't a bigger crowd. It's deeper formation. People embracing the practices of Jesus. Generational patterns changing. Men and women stepping into their calling. And that kind of growth forces an honest question: can the methods that got us here faithfully take us there? Part of the fear around growth is legitimate. Growth can veer into vanity. A pastor gets an ego, a church chases numbers, the mission gets lost. That danger is real and worth guarding against. But there's another challenge we don't talk about nearly as often. Growth creates complexity. More people means more stories, more needs, more questions. It's like moving from two kids to three. You go from man-on-man to zone defense. So how does a growing church organize itself around spiritual formation? Paul answers that exact question in Ephesians 4. Serving Grace Everything hangs on one sentence: “Grace was given to each one of us” (Ephesians 4:7). In the first half of Ephesians, Paul celebrates saving grace. That's what most of us think of when we see the word. Without it, we're separated from God. It comes by His mercy, not our merit. But here, Paul shifts to serving grace. Saving grace gives us a place in God's family. Serving grace gives us a purpose in God's family. We aren't just recipients of grace. We become participants in it. And who receives this serving grace? Each one of us. Not the professionals. Not just the staff. Every follower of the Way. Paul even quotes Psalm 68 with a twist. The original says the King received gifts from people. Paul writes that Jesus gave gifts to people. This King isn't just here to receive. He's so generous, He distributes His ministry through His whole Body. Five Ways Of Seeing Then Paul does something surprising. Instead of listing abilities, he lists people: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Notice this isn't a list of the ministers. It's a list of the equippers. The leaders equip. The saints minister. Without that understanding, churches make attenders, not disciples. Here's one way to grasp these five gifts. They can all walk into the same church, look at the same people, and notice something different. The apostle says we need to build and multiply. The prophet says we need to hear from God and pursue holiness. The evangelist says we need to reach the lost. The pastor says we need to care for and protect people. The teacher says we need to understand and live God's truth. None of them are wrong. Each sees a different part of what the Body needs. The problem comes when we assume what we see is all there is to see. The prophet needs the shepherd. The evangelist needs the teacher. We need each other because the Church needs all of Jesus. Your Next Step This is why we've built a Discipleship Pathway around teaching, community, and practice. It's not a shift away from anything. It's a step further in. The goal is simple: deepen your discipleship and develop your gift for the Body. You can't choose your gift. You discern it. Through prayer, practice, and community, you discover where God has empowered you to serve others. So here's the question worth praying over: what's your next step on the pathway? Formation doesn't run through a handful of people at the top. Grace was given to each one of us. Including you.
How do we have peace with one another? Ephesians 2:14–18 prepares us for the morning sermon in public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these five verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that Christ Himself is how we have peace with one another. The devotional exposits Ephesians 2:14-18, identifying Jesus as the source of a comprehensive peace that operates in multiple dimensions. It outlines how Christ abolishes the ceremonial law separating Jews and Gentiles, creates a new unified humanity, and removes the enmity between sinful humans and God. The message emphasizes that this reconciliation is applied personally to the conscience through faith, granting believers direct access to the Father via the Holy Spirit. This Trinitarian fellowship establishes a profound bond among believers, transcending ethnic and national divisions. Consequently, the congregation is called to live in harmony with one another, grounded in the reality of the peace Christ has secured.
In this message, Samuel Goulet continues The Mountain Church's family series by exploring how the culture of our homes shapes the people we become and the impact we have on the world around us. He walks through five important questions every family can ask: what is being taught, nurtured, built, encouraged, and reached? With practical examples and heartfelt insight, Samuel encourages families to make Jesus the foundation of their home, teach faith relationally, nurture growth with intention, speak words that build up, and create homes that reflect the love, generosity, and presence of God to others.
Pastor Eddie Robinson, Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony joined today by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony greets everyone and chats about experiences on his recent time away from the parish. After prayer, Father welcomes back Alice to continue her discussion over the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five-Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. Today Alice focuses on sharing the many miracles credited to the various scapular folds. The book is available at priestlypress.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
Is it wrong to publicly name a false teacher, or is staying quiet the real problem? Emma Stark of the Global Prophetic Alliance recently released a video arguing that exposure ministries are "measuring fruit in hopelessness," and that real biblical justice can only be administered through a five-fold ministry structure where prophets alone have the authority to remove someone's spiritual credibility. Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller go clip by clip through her argument.ABOUT THE EPISODE:When leaders in charismatic and continuationist spaces are credibly accused of abuse, plagiarism, or false prophecy, who actually has the standing to say so, and does saying so publicly make you the villain? Josh and Michael walk through Emma Stark's claims of relationship with Ron Cantor, Mike Winger, JonMark Baker, and Remnant Radio, and then test her "five-fold justice" model against Proverbs 29:18, Ecclesiastes 9:18, Titus 3:10-11, 1 Corinthians 5, Ephesians 5:11, and 1 Timothy 5:20.The core problem: scripture never assigns justice to a single office. It's given to the whole body of Christ. When that responsibility gets narrowed down to "only prophets can call this out," the practical result isn't more accountability, but less. This is a Word & Spirit conversation from a charismatic theology perspective. We're not cessationists, and we're not interested in throwing out the gifts of the Spirit. But when a new doctrine gets invented and taught as biblical without a single verse that actually supports it, biblical accountability requires we say so. RESOURCES MENTIONED:Full Emma Stark Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY9mfDoZ35I Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit.
Kingdom-Based Fivefold Ministry 1 – Apostles: Foundational Issues Part 3 | KIB 537 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description Counterfeit Christianity Is Being Exposed | Biblical Discernment & the Restoration of True Fivefold Ministry The Body of Christ is entering one of the greatest seasons of testing, purification, and discernment in history. In this powerful episode of Kingdom Intelligence Briefing #537, Dr. Michael Lake and Mary Lou Lake examine the growing spiritual deception affecting the modern Church while revealing God's plan to restore authentic biblical ministry before the days ahead. They discuss the increasing influence of counterfeit spirituality, occult infiltration, false ministry models, artificial intelligence, spiritual warfare, and the urgent need for believers to return to Scripture, covenant faithfulness, and the fear of the Lord. Dr. Lake also begins an important teaching on the biblical understanding of the Fivefold Ministry from Ephesians 4, separating modern traditions from the original Hebraic understanding of apostleship, prophetic ministry, and servant leadership. If the Church is to stand during the shaking that lies ahead, believers must develop true biblical discernment and become firmly rooted in the Word of God rather than being carried away by deception. This episode offers practical encouragement for every believer seeking to walk faithfully with Christ in these prophetic days. Topics Covered • The increase of natural disasters and biblical birth pains • Hidden dangers within modern video games and occult entertainment • Spiritual warfare strategies for overcoming demonic oppression • The authority of Christ over every principality and power • Healing, deliverance, and God's preparation of the Remnant • Why God is exposing deception within the modern Church • The restoration of the authentic Fivefold Ministry • The biblical role of apostles according to Scripture • Moses as the Old Testament pattern of apostolic ministry • Servant leadership versus corporate church models • Preparing the Church for increasing deception through AI and global censorship • Walking in covenant faithfulness during the last days Scriptures Discussed Philippians 2:9–11 Ephesians 4:9–16 Deuteronomy 18:15–19 Exodus 7:1–2 Numbers 12 2 Corinthians 11 Matthew 24 Isaiah 8 John 10 Various New Testament passages on apostleship and discernment Timeline 00:00 Opening Introduction 01:30 Global disasters, earthquakes, and preparing for troubled times 06:30 Occult influence in video games and modern entertainment 14:45 Fourth of July, spiritual warfare, and prayer for America 19:00 Speaking God's Word against spiritual attacks 25:00 Healing, deliverance, and God's preparation of the Remnant 34:00 Prophetic concerns regarding AI, censorship, and the future 43:00 Why God is restoring biblical Fivefold Ministry 49:00 Ephesians 4 and the purpose of ministry gifts 57:00 The biblical meaning of apostleship 1:08:00 Moses as the pattern of servant leadership 1:23:00 Modern ministry versus biblical ministry 1:39:00 Returning to Scripture instead of church traditions 1:49:00 Ministry updates and future vision 1:57:00 Final encouragement and prayer Call to Action If this teaching strengthens your walk with Christ, please: ✅ Like this video ✅ Subscribe to the channel ✅ Share it with family, friends, and your Bible study group ✅ Leave a comment below letting us know what the Holy Spirit is showing you through this teaching. Every share helps us reach more believers who are seeking biblical truth during these challenging days. Partner Support Biblical Life TV and Kingdom Intelligence Briefing are made possible through the prayers and faithful support of believers around the world. If these teachings have strengthened your faith, equipped your family, or helped you better understand God's prophetic Word, please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner. Your support enables us to continue producing in-depth biblical teaching, developing new resources, expanding our outreach, and preparing the Remnant for the days ahead. To support the ministry, visit: https://store.biblicallifeassembly.org You can also learn more and access additional free resources at: https://www.kingdomintelligencebriefing.com Thank you for standing with us as together we proclaim God's truth without compromise. Hashtags #KingdomIntelligenceBriefing #BiblicalLifeTV #MichaelLake #BibleProphecy #FivefoldMinistry #SpiritualWarfare #Discernment #EndTimes #Remnant #BiblicalTeaching #ChristianLiving #HolySpirit #BibleStudy #LastDays #KingdomOfGod
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony joined today by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony greets everyone, mentioning he's transitioning from just completing a funeral, he offers prayers for the rest of the soul of the deceased and their family. Father leads us in prayer adding the Litany to the Sacred Heart. After prayer, Father mentions the 4th of July celebrating our nation yet there's so much polarization in our country and in the church. This leads him to wonder if there is a tipping point where God decides to step in to bring us down in order to build us back up? They discuss this idea as they look to biblical events to help support their ideas. After a break, Father asks Alice to continue her discussion over the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five-Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes, which they began discussing last week Friday. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. Today Alice focuses on sharing the many miracles credited to the various scapular folds. The book is available at priestlypress.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
Share a commentA simple “No” can light up something in us that we didn't even know was there. Tell people not to feed the bears, and suddenly the bears look hungry. Put up a “stay off the grass” sign, and the lawn starts calling your name. We use that everyday tension to unpack Romans 7 and a hard truth: God's law doesn't create evil, but it does expose how deeply our hearts resist limits, and how quickly forbidden things can feel irresistible.We talk through Paul's own story of being confident, moral, and deeply religious, only to be brought to zero when the commandment truly lands and he meets the Lawgiver. That moment doesn't just reveal “mistakes,” it reveals a condition. From there we face the deception of sin head-on: the promises of satisfaction that never last, the illusion of safety, the myth of secrecy, the rewriting of shame, and the false security that says grace means nothing really matters. If you've ever thought, “It'll be different for me,” this will hit close to home.We also make the case that the law is holy, righteous, and good because it reveals God's character, but it cannot heal what it diagnoses. The law works like an X-ray, not a cure, pushing us away from self-righteousness and toward redemption at Calvary rather than confidence at Sinai. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend, and leave a review with the biggest “forbidden fruit” temptation you've seen play out in real life.Explore all of our Biblically Faithful Resources at https://www.wisdomonline.org Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show
Share a commentA simple “No” can light up something in us that we didn't even know was there. Tell people not to feed the bears, and suddenly the bears look hungry. Put up a “stay off the grass” sign, and the lawn starts calling your name. We use that everyday tension to unpack Romans 7 and a hard truth: God's law doesn't create evil, but it does expose how deeply our hearts resist limits, and how quickly forbidden things can feel irresistible.We talk through Paul's own story of being confident, moral, and deeply religious, only to be brought to zero when the commandment truly lands and he meets the Lawgiver. That moment doesn't just reveal “mistakes,” it reveals a condition. From there we face the deception of sin head-on: the promises of satisfaction that never last, the illusion of safety, the myth of secrecy, the rewriting of shame, and the false security that says grace means nothing really matters. If you've ever thought, “It'll be different for me,” this will hit close to home.We also make the case that the law is holy, righteous, and good because it reveals God's character, but it cannot heal what it diagnoses. The law works like an X-ray, not a cure, pushing us away from self-righteousness and toward redemption at Calvary rather than confidence at Sinai. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend, and leave a review with the biggest “forbidden fruit” temptation you've seen play out in real life.Explore all of our Biblically Faithful Resources at https://www.wisdomonline.org Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show
Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony, joined by Alice Babij (Bobby) gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony is joined by visitors from Texas, former alumni and parishioner Hector Arroyo with his daughter Brianna Arroyo. Father greets everyone and there's reminiscing around past times and the lost community around the church. After a break, Father welcomes back Alice Babij (Bobby) who introduces the book “Clothed in Grace, A Devotional Guide to the Five Fold Scapular, by Rev Scott Haynes. The book is a devotional guide for the use of the five-fold scapular. The book offers the history along with the meaning of each of the scapular folds. It also shares the saints who wore them, miracles tied to them and the spiritual promises that draw millions to it. The book is available at priestlypress.com. Father ends today's show with commentary on the presentation of the five-fold scapular. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish priestlypress.com
Chancery Royalty CEO Jeremy Gray joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company's strategy of building a leading precious metals royalty business focused exclusively on gold and silver assets. Backed by a management team with decades of mine-building and operational experience, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on attractive royalty opportunities that may be overlooked by larger competitors in the sector. Gray explained that the leadership team brings an extensive track record of success in the mining industry, having previously helped develop and operate several notable gold companies and projects, including Pilar Gold, Laiva Gold in Finland, Tucano Gold, Great Panther, and Gold Road in Arizona. Having gained firsthand experience creating value through mine development and operations, the team is now applying that expertise to the royalty business model, which offers exposure to production growth while minimizing operational and capital risks. Chancery Royalty currently holds five royalty assets, one of which is already generating revenue through production. The remaining four assets are expected to advance into production over the next 12 to 18 months, creating the potential for a growing stream of royalty income as development milestones are achieved. The company's investment strategy is focused exclusively on gold and silver royalties, targeting opportunities that offer meaningful gold equivalent ounce growth potential. Gray noted that Chancery seeks assets that may not attract the attention of larger royalty companies but still possess strong fundamentals, development pathways, and the potential to generate significant long-term value. One of the company's most significant recent transactions was a US$20 million royalty agreement with KEFI Copper and Gold involving a major project in Ethiopia. Gray described the asset as “probably the best undeveloped gold mine in Africa,” highlighting its scale and development potential. The transaction is expected to add approximately 7,000 GEOs to Chancery's portfolio, representing a substantial increase in future royalty exposure. The KEFI transaction aligns with Chancery's broader growth objective of expanding its royalty portfolio from approximately 4,000 GEOs today to 20,000 GEOs within the next two years. Management believes achieving this target would significantly increase the company's revenue potential and establish a stronger foundation for long-term growth. Gray also discussed additional royalty opportunities currently under evaluation. These include recent activity involving Buxton, as well as prospective transactions in key mining jurisdictions such as Timmins, one of Canada's most prolific gold-producing districts. The company is also reviewing another near-term production royalty opportunity that could further accelerate portfolio growth. To learn more about the company check out https://www.chanceryroyalty.com #proactiveinvestors #ChanceryRoyalty #GoldRoyalties #SilverRoyalties #MiningInvestment #GoldMining #PreciousMetals #RoyaltyCompanies #ResourceInvesting #MiningNews #CSEListing
Eine Folge aus der Serie "Kickstart Seminar Mai 2026: Effective Discipleship".
after years of study and teaching I n this topic comes a fresh wave.
*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. Summary This conversation explores the central truth that love is the only foundation upon which spiritual life and ministry can function effectively. While doctrine, discipline, gifting, and structure all have their place, they ultimately fail if they are not rooted in the love of God. The speakers identify frustration in ministry, especially around the recognition of the fivefold ministry, as often stemming from a deeper issue—the absence of love as the driving motivation. Love is not about position or title. Christ alone holds the position. The Body functions properly not when offices are recognized, but when believers operate in His presence and His love. True maturity is not defined by visible roles but by oneness formed through divine love. As believers press into love and unity, everything contrary to it surfaces—division, pride, self-will, and accusation. These exposures are not setbacks but part of God's cleansing process. Love sustains, corrects, humbles, and empowers the Body to function as family. Without it, nothing works. With it, Christ prevails. Show Notes 1. Love as the Core Motivation Change begins with motivation.Ministry, gifts, and discipline fail without love.Love must be the foundation of everything. 2. The House Analogy Structure alone does not make a home livable.Spiritual systems may look perfect but won't function without love.Love is what makes the “house” of God livable. 3. Frustration Around Fivefold Ministry Correct doctrine does not guarantee effectiveness.Recognition of offices does not produce maturity.The missing element is the impartation and appropriation of God's love. 4. No Positions in the Family Christ alone holds the position.The fivefold ministry functions organically within the Body.Grace, not title, brings forth true ministry. 5. Love and Oneness Love cannot be separated from unity or fullness.Maturity comes through shared participation in love.Oneness emerges as love deepens. 6. Love Exposes the Opposite Pressing into love brings hidden division to the surface.Accusations and relational tensions test love.Laying down self-will is necessary for unity. 7. Love Sustains and Prevails The Lord prevails through love, not personal striving.Love keeps believers steady through backlash.Failure becomes an opportunity for cleansing and growth. 8. The Example of Moses Korah operated from position-thinking.Moses responded in humility and worship.Love trusts God to defend and establish. Key Quotes “It's all about motivation.”“If the true motivation of the love of the Lord's not in your heart… things just fail.”“You can have all your doctrines correct… and yet things don't work.”“There are no positions in the family.”“He's the only one with the position.”“Without the love of Christ, you're nothing.”“Take up the banner of love and oneness—we're not going any further.”“The Lord will prevail—not you—but the Lord will prevail through you.”“The love of Christ controls us.”“It's God's love in all aspects of who we are and what we're doing.” Scriptural References 1 Corinthians 13 (1–3) Without love, even spiritual gifts and sacrifice amount to nothing. Ephesians 4 (11–16) Fivefold ministry given for maturity and unity in Christ. Colossians 3 (14) Love as the perfect bond of unity. 2 Corinthians 5 (14) “The love of Christ controls us.” Matthew 22 (37–40) The greatest commandments: love God and love others. 1 John 4 (8) “God is love.” 1 John 1 (9) Faithful forgiveness and cleansing. Numbers 16 Moses and Korah — humility before God versus position-seeking. Takeaway Spiritual growth, unity, and effective ministry cannot be manufactured through structure, recognition, or correct teaching alone. The determining factor is love—God's love imparted, received, and lived out. When love governs: The Body functions without striving.Positions fade and grace emerges.Christ prevails through His people. The real question is not, “Are we structured correctly?” It is, “Are we motivated by love?” Love is not an addition to the foundation. It is the foundation.
In Part 4 of the Ephesians series, Pastor Stephen Martin opens Ephesians 4 to explore the gifts God gave His church for unity, maturity, and mission. Hear how three distinct categories of spiritual gifts — the gifts of the Father, the Holy Spirit, and the Son — work together to build a church that can withstand any cultural pressure.Pastor Stephen explains the fivefold ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers in a way that is both biblically grounded and immediately practical for your faith today.You'll Learn:✅ Why unity requires active effort from every believer✅ The biblical purpose of the local church in your spiritual growth✅ How the fivefold ministry protects against deception and false teaching✅ Why God designed Christians to become stronger under pressure, not just survive itPerfect for your morning commute or workout. Subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and never miss an episode of Under God Podcast — new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.
Guest Bios Show Transcript In the wake of current exposés of supposed “prophets” — Shawn Bolz, Chris Reed, Todd White and others — many are rethinking the movement they come from. And they're questioning the teaching of churches, like Bethel, which platformed and covered for these “prophets,” rather than exposing them as frauds. Known as the New Apostolic Reformation — or NAR — this movement centers on the five-fold ministry outlined in Ephesians 4.
Guest Bios Show Transcript In the wake of current exposés of supposed “prophets” — Shawn Bolz, Chris Reed, Todd White and others — many are rethinking the movement they come from. And they're questioning the teaching of churches, like Bethel, which platformed and covered for these “prophets,” rather than exposing them as frauds. Known as the New Apostolic Reformation — or NAR — this movement centers on the five-fold ministry outlined in Ephesians 4.
*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. SUMMARY “Aggressive Submission: The Path to Kingdom Authority” explores the foundational truth that spiritual authority flows directly from submission—first to God, and then to Christ expressed within His body. Authority is not something we seize, claim, or declare independently; it is released through a mature, intentional, and ongoing surrender of our will to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. The discussion emphasizes that true submission is not passive or coerced but aggressive—a deliberate choosing of obedience, accountability, and alignment with God's order. As believers mature, they become personally responsible for maintaining submission in spirit, resisting individualism, and remaining connected to the body of Christ. This shared submission creates a pure spiritual atmosphere where Christ's authority moves through His people as one, establishing His kingdom on the earth. SHOW NOTES • Authority is given by God and expressed through obedience to what He speaks to our hearts • Submission is progressive; deeper submission brings greater authority • Christ Himself modeled aggressive submission to the Father • Submission is relational and lived out within the body of Christ • Spiritual maturity requires personal responsibility for one's spirit • Authority in the Kingdom is ordered, not equal • Revelation must be confirmed within the body • Apostolic and fivefold ministries equip the saints • A pure spiritual atmosphere is formed through shared submission • God is bringing His people into chosen maturity KEY QUOTES “We move in the degree of authority that we've submitted to.”“Christ was aggressively submitted to the Father.”“Submission is not passive—it's a demand you place on your own spirit.”“If we are truly submissive like Christ was, there's no limit to the authority that can move through us.”“Revelation without confirmation takes you out of the body.”“The kingdom of God is not in the sky—it's here, and it's real.”“A pure atmosphere is created when we submit our hearts to the Lord and walk as one.” SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES Luke 22-42 “Not My will, but Yours be done” Ephesians 4-11to13 Fivefold ministry equipping the saints toward maturity Matthew 16-16 to19 Revelation as the foundation of the Ecclesia Judges 21-25 – Every man doing what is right in his own eyes 1 Corinthians 14-29 – Confirmation through two or three witnesses 1 Corinthians 15-24 to 28 – Christ submitting all things to the Father TAKEAWAY...
Ladies and gentlemen, as believers, we should be settled in that we have been called by God in the ministry of reconciliation and not to do our own things. It is the highest office in God's Kingdom.2 Corinthians 5:18“…And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation”.Together with the Five-Fold ministries responsibilities, God has also entrusted every believer with a profound ministry of reconciliation. God desires to achieve 3 things on the earth:1) to bring awareness to mankind about God's plan for restoration of humanity 2) to share the message of salvation, peace and hope to mankind 3) to strengthen the body of Christ through the teaching of God's Word. Please listen to this message to the end... I guarantee you shall be blessed! I know I have been blessed listening to it.
Send us a textDr. Randy Davis, Pastor of Zion Word Church USA and Founder/Overseer of Zion Word Ministries International USA brings a message to the church about the functions of the Five-Fold Ministries. A church must have the all the five fold ministries in their church to fight off the attack of the enemy and to help in the perfection of the saints. To hear more inspiring messages by Dr. Randy Davis visit and subscribe to:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zwmiusaTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@zwmiusaPodcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/40604Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zion_word/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zionwordministriesint
The Five-Fold Ministry has been massively misrepresented! It's either one extreme or the other with no balance in the body of Christ. It's NOT about numbers, popularity, or status to fill ego and self. It's about truly representing the heart of the Father with purity. What we are viewing on social media and witnessing in many churches today is not the flow of the Holy Spirit. A five-fold team co-labors together, each flowing in their unique gifting, yet together; brings unity to the body of Christ to help build and equip maturity while avoiding falsehood. (See Ephesians 4:11-16). It's more than just focusing on the pastor; it's a dedicated corporate team working together under one body and one Christ! (See 1 Corinthians 12). Check out this Message for Five-Fold Leaders- GOD is calling Five-Fold Leaders in South Florida Blessings xo- Melia's Courses -> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-relationship-academy Melia's Services -> https://meliadiana.com/our-services Melia's Books ->https://meliadiana.com/books Melia's Prophetic Mentorship-> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-ambassador-mentorship
In this week's episode of “Cultural Catalysts,” Kris Vallotton sits down with Banning Liebscher, founder of Jesus Culture, and Gabe Valenzuela, pastor at Bethel Church, for a candid conversation about how the fivefold ministry functions in real church leadership. These three leaders, who have known each other for many years, explore the dynamic relationship between apostolic, prophetic, and pastoral gifts within the body of Christ. With refreshing honesty, they discuss how each office brings unique perspectives that are essential for building healthy church cultures, and share personal stories of their journey from misunderstanding to deeply valuing each other's gifts. Join us as they pull back the curtain on Bethel's leadership transition, revealing the beautiful yet challenging process of fathers making room for the next generation to build. Whether you're a church leader or simply interested in healthy spiritual community, this conversation offers invaluable wisdom on how different leadership gifts can work together to create environments where people truly thrive. Pre-Order Kris' New Book Just Stand Here: https://www.krisvallotton.com/book-details/just-stand Connect with Kris Vallotton: Website: https://www.krisvallotton.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kvministries/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kvministries/ X: https://x.com/kvministries Additional Resources by Kris Vallotton: https://shop.bethel.com/collections/kris-vallotton About Kris Vallotton: Kris Vallotton is the Senior Associate Leader of Bethel Church, Redding, and is the Co-Founder of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM) and Spiritual Intelligence Institute. He is also the Founder and President of Moral Revolution and a sought-after international conference speaker. Kris and his wife, Kathy, have trained, developed, and pastored prophetic teams and supernatural schools all over the world.
What if your contractor cared as much about your dreams, and your peace of mind, as they do about the blueprints? Join host Brad Burrow as he sits down with Max Farmer and Jason Luce, the passionate founders of Five Fold Solutions, a Kansas City-based general contracting firm rooted in faith and driven by relationships. Discover how their spiritual foundation, hands-on expertise, and commitment to transparency set them apart in a crowded industry. From wild renovation surprises and meticulous attention to detail, to navigating faith in business and turning chaos into comfort for their clients, this episode is packed with honest stories, big lessons, and inspiration for anyone ready to build something that truly lasts. Tune in, get inspired, and find out why Five Fold Solutions believes the best projects start with trust and a little bit of prayer. Five Fold Solutions website: https://www.fivefoldkc.com/ Real Media website: https://www.realmediakc.com/
Send us a textDownload study notes for this chapter.Download study notes for this entire book.**********Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version ®, NIV ® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved worldwide.The “NIV”, “New International Version”, “Biblica”, “International Bible Society” and the Biblica Logo are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc. Used with permission.BIBLICA, THE INTERNATIONAL BIBLE SOCIETY, provides God's Word to people through Bible translation & Bible publishing, and Bible engagement in Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. Through its worldwide reach, Biblica engages people with God's Word so that their lives are transformed through a relationship with Jesus Christ.Support the show
A new report shows New Zealand needs five times more Maori nurses if the workforce is to reflect the Maori population.
Pastor Hannah Schafer, director of Five Fold International, asks the board members questions in this Q& A style format of the conference. Hear their wisdom from over 200 years of combined ministerial experience.Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Visit Five Fold International's website to learn more about ministerial credentials and more.Real | Relevant | Relationship
This week Pastor Zac takes time to teach on the fivefold ministry gifts and their role in the life of the church. INFO Website: scaccesschurch.com Weekly Updates: program.scaccesschurch.com FOLLOW Facebook: facebook.com/scaccesschurch Instagram: instagram.com/scaccesschurch YouTube: youtube.com/@scaccesschurch GIVE: give.scaccesschurch.com ABOUT: State College Access Church is a life-giving, family-oriented, non-denominational church in the State College area. Our weekend service includes contemporary worship, biblical message, and age specific kids ministry for infants through children in 5th grade.
What is the Five-Fold ministry? What does it mean to be an evangelist, teacher, prophet, apostle and pastor? Which gift do I have? What does this mean for me and my family? Pastor Taylor answers these questions and more in this week's message.Follow us on Instagram @reallifechurchwa
Daily Study: Ministry gifts are offices within the body of Christ designed to equip believers. God appoints individuals to these roles and provides the anointing needed to fulfill their responsibilities. A person can be placed into, removed from, or transitioned between offices. When someone moves into a new office, a fresh anointing is given to operate effectively in that role. Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com
In this episode, Dr. Joseph Mattera unpacks the biblical and historical foundations of the five-fold ministry—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—as outlined in Ephesians 4. Are these roles still relevant today, or were they only for the early church? Why did God give these specific gifts to the body of Christ—and what happens when they are neglected? Drawing from Scripture and church history, this teaching explores the original intent behind each office, how they function in a healthy church ecosystem, and why reclaiming these roles is essential for equipping the saints, building the church, and advancing the Kingdom in our generation. Subscribe now and dive into this vital conversation on leadership, authority, and the structure God designed to mature His people.
Stay Connected With UsWebsite: anchorfaith.comAnchor Faith Church Facebook: www.facebook.com/anchorfaithAnchor Faith Church Instagram: www.instagram.com/anchorfaithPastor Earl Glisson Facebook: www.facebook.com/earlwglissonPastor Earl Glisson Instagram: www.instagram.com/earlglisson
Stay Connected With UsWebsite: anchorfaith.comAnchor Faith Church Facebook: www.facebook.com/anchorfaithAnchor Faith Church Instagram: www.instagram.com/anchorfaithPastor Earl Glisson Facebook: www.facebook.com/earlwglissonPastor Earl Glisson Instagram: www.instagram.com/earlglisson
Cheer squad or police - have you ever wondered what the role of the fivefold is according to scripture? Join Emma Stark and Louise Reid as they dig into Ephesians 4, toxic Christianity and how we can build each other up. Plus guidance on birthing new things in time with God. If you want to know more about the fivefold, don't miss this episode.Learn to identify and kick out demonic influences affecting your life and reclaim your spiritual authority with Emma Stark's powerful Demonbusting: Reclaiming The Land ecourse. Visit https://www.enlivenmedia.org/demonbusting2 to become equipped to fight spiritual battles with confidence and Biblical wisdom. It's time to step into spiritual authority! We're building a home for our growing movement of prophetic warriors like you! Will you join us financially in creating a visionary resource centre? This centre will serve as a broadcast and recording facility, creating cutting edge content of truth and training to the world. Visit www.propheticscots.com/give to donate today.