Podcasts about fix your eyes on jesus

I. The Christian life is like running a marathon race, vv1-2. II. The Christian life is like fighting in a cage fight, vv3-4. III. The Christian life is like being raised in a disciplinarian's home, vv5-6.

Anney Ngugi lives in Ireland and hails from Kenya. She hosts a podcast called "Fix Your Eyes On Jesus", inspired by a season of her life where she desired to learn her purpose. To learn one's purpose, one must first have an understanding of the foundational characteristics of who God is. In seeking Him, she experienced an overwhelming love like she had never experienced before! Once she understood the true depth of God's love for her, she was able to experience life in a whole new way, and even overcome obstacles with the knowledge and grace that everything she goes through is ultimately for her good. Anney's love for Jesus is so deeply apparent, it is even present in the cadence of her voice. Check out Anney's podcast here. SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty Internationalhttps://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/donateCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//Facebook// WebsitePurchase Sue's Transformational Bible Studies and Devotionals on Amazon!Sue Corl's best-selling books: Crown of Beauty Bible Study, Broken But UndefeatedCrown of Beauty International: EMPOWERING WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD WITH GOD'S TRUTH!

Destiny Broadnax and Tom Masters share their thoughts on communion as part of our series: Family, Food, and Fix Your Eyes On Jesus.

Wednesday, 1 February 2023   And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. Acts 13:52   In the previous verse, Paul and Barnabas “shook off the dust from their feet” against those who expelled them from the region. They were now set to continue elsewhere with the evangelization of those they encountered, but they had made a life-changing difference in many while in the region of Pisidia, as testified to in the final words of Chapter 13 which begin with, “And the disciples.”   This is not referring to Paul and Barnabas but to the converts in the area, both Jew and Gentile. The word translated as “disciples” is mathétés. It signifies a learner or a disciple. It is thus not referring to Paul and Barnabas who provided the instruction, but to those who received it. That it is a word that refers to both Jews and Gentiles is most poignantly revealed in Acts 15. There, when referring specifically to the Gentiles, it says –   “Now the apostles and elders came together to consider this matter. 7 And when there had been much dispute, Peter rose up and said to them: ‘Men and brethren, you know that a good while ago God chose among us, that by my mouth the Gentiles should hear the word of the gospel and believe. 8 So God, who knows the heart, acknowledged them by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as He did to us, 9 and made no distinction between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith. 10 Now therefore, why do you test God by putting a yoke on the neck of the disciples [mathétés] which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? 11 But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved in the same manner as they.'” Acts 15:6-11   The noun mathétés is not used after Acts 21, but the verb from which it is derived, manthanó, is used by Paul in nine of his epistles. If one learns, he is a disciple. The idea is that those now referred to by Luke are those in the region of Antioch of Pisidia, both Jews and Gentiles, that had received the gospel of Jesus Christ. With that noted, Luke records that they “were filled with joy.”   This is the exhortation Paul will later write to those in Thessalonica and elsewhere, saying, “Rejoice always” (1 Thessalonians 5:16). These disciples apparently didn't need the exhortation but were simply filled with joy because of the freedom they now found by being in Christ. Along with that, Luke completes the verse and the chapter, saying, “and with the Holy Spirit.”   Again, this is as stated elsewhere by Paul, such as –   “Therefore do not let your good be spoken of as evil; 17 for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.” Romans 14:16, 17   As for the whole thought of being “filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit,” the verb is both imperfect and it is in the passive or middle voice. The meaning is that they were filled and continued to be filled (the imperfect tense) and they were both agents of the action and yet concerned with the action (middle voice).   In other words, the Spirit acted upon them as they interacted with God through the knowledge they possessed. The joy and the filling came about by the mutual relationship that was occurring in their lives.   Life application: Why is it that we may be lacking joy and the filling of the Spirit? It is because we have lost focus on what it means to be saved. When we are saved, at that moment in time, it becomes the main issue of our life. We let go of our sin, acknowledging it before God and placing it on Christ. The burden and the debt were lifted from us, and we experienced the knowledge that God had done this for us, apart from any effort.   That brought the joy and the filling of the Spirit. Eventually, we allowed this current life to overtake our thoughts. We struggle at work, we fight with family or friends, our faithful dog dies, or we have our car repossessed. In this, we are no longer filled with joy and the Holy Spirit. Why? Because it is no longer the central focus of our existence. This is not how our life is to be conducted.   Rather, the most important event in our life occurred the moment we came to Jesus. Since that time, and forevermore, nothing will come to pass that can exceed the weight and marvel of what took place. The problem isn't that the moment is over and gone forever. Rather, our focus has turned from that key and pivotal event.   Instead of having the attitude that existed then, our eyes, our attention, and thus our lives are redirected to that which is of less value, and we are consumed by the world once again. Rather than, “Work is such a burden, but it is nothing compared to Jesus,” we collapse under our own misery.   Rather than, “My wife says she is leaving me, but Jesus will never leave nor forsake me,” we have placed this temporary and earthly relationship above the Lord. Rather than, “I miss Fido so much, but Jesus gave him to me for a span and I am so grateful for those years,” our thoughts are consumed with this loss as if the dog is more important than the relationship we have with God in Christ. This is true with any earthly relationship or possession.   The key to joy is not focusing on what this world offers, no matter how great it was or how great it might be. The key to the joy the Bible speaks of is to know that God saved us, He is there with us, and we are guaranteed to have a restoration that is beyond anything we can imagine at this point. God has done it, God is with us now as we await its completion, and God will bring us to that state of completion, without fail.   This is the heart of joy in the Lord. And this is why so many Christians are so miserable in their walk with Him. They either have had their eyes redirected from what Jesus has done, or they believe that what Jesus has done is conditional. Who can have joy and be filled with the Holy Spirit at such times? Rather, FIX YOUR EYES ON JESUS and be ASSURED OF YOUR SALVATION because the word assures you of it. Be FILLED WITH JOY AND WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT all your days. To the glory of God who is with you as you continue this walk to glory.   Heavenly Father, forgive us for diverting our eyes from Jesus and looking back to this temporary, fallen, and even dirty existence. We have the purity of Christ before us, and yet we cling to that which is hopeless and miserable. And, Lord God, forgive us for questioning Your word and the salvation that You have granted to us. It is no longer about us, but about Jesus, when we call out to You through Him. Forgive us for such a faithless attitude. Redirect us and reassure us and we will be sound in Christ once again. Amen.

When you feel constrained, fix your eyes on Jesus and his Word.

You will become the image of your admirations! You become what you admire!

The path to holiness is not about doing the right things, but about adoring the right person - Jesus Christ.

When you fix your eyes on Jesus, you cannot help but be changed.

Fix Your Eyes On Jesus, Hebrews 12:1-3, Pastor Stephen Hartley

Intro – We are living in treacherous times; we are seeing Bible Prophecies unfold before our eyes. There has never been a more apt time to Fix our eyes on Jesus, staying in secret place He has made for us, under The Shadow of His Wings. There is good news however, The Flood is here! Grab your life jacket and enjoy the Blessings Our God has for us!Join us this Sunday when we explore how important it is to keep focused on Him.Key scripture: Hebrews 12:2- New Living Translation 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.[a] Because of the joy[b] awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God's throne.If you have never heard a message like this or you are completely new to listening to people talking about God this way. Please feel free to contact us at Woolwich Community Church we would be happy to talk with you, pray with you & help you in any way we can. Please see the information below on how to get in touch.

March 28, 2021 - Palm Sunday - (Pastor Kurbis) - Hebrews 12:1-3 - "Fix Your Eyes On Jesus" by Caleb Kurbis

March 28, 2021 - Palm Sunday - (Pastor Zell) - Hebrews 12:1-3 - "Fix Your Eyes On Jesus" by Caleb Kurbis

Jesus Doesn't Make Life Easy - ‘Stored Treasure' We all have treasures we store. Where do you store yours? This week one of our #WholeLifeTakeAways asked: What is something you rightfully treasure that could compete with treasuring God? So, what about you? What treasure do you find in your life that competes with treasuring God? Let us know by using one of the following: Text/Voicemail:  407-965-1607 Email:  podcast@wholelife.church WLC Mobile App:  Media Tab/Podcast Banner and Use Text and Email links Social Media:  #WholeLifePodcast/ #WholeLifeTakeAways SUBSCRIBE NOW and get all the #WholeLifeTakeAways! Speaking of Grace is our weekly message at the WholeLife Church, in a convenient podcast format. With last weekend's sermon released every Tuesday, our pastors and guest speakers invite you into a lifelong friendship with God. Subscribe and share, by going to our website: https://wholelife.church/podcast and clicking on the 'Speaking Of Grace' logo on the top of the page. You will find all of our takeaways in the show notes. Find all of the #WholeLifeTakeAways in the WLC Mobile App under “This Week” on the WLC Tab. Watch the message that this episode is based on in the WLC Mobile App by clicking on Media/Archives/Jesus Doesn't Make It Easy or go to our website:  https://wholelife.church/ and click ‘View Sermons'. NEXT WEEK: NEW SERIES AND ANDY'S FINAL SERIES AT WLC: ‘Things To Remember' - Fix Your Eyes On Jesus. Thank you for listening!  If you've enjoyed this episode please share it on social media.  Our show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!  Be sure to join us next week for Episode 249! Download the WholeLife Church Mobile App! It is available for both Apple and Android. Say hello on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wholelifeorl, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholelifeorlando, and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholelifeorlando!  Use the #hashtags:  #WholeLifePodcast #WholeLifeTakeaways #ThisIsWholeLife #JesusDoesntMakeItEasy

Jesus Doesn't Make It Easy – ‘Stored Treasure'  We all have treasures we store. Where do you store yours?   This week's #WholeLifeTakeAways:  What do you think about this series “Jesus Doesn't Make Life Easy”? Of the four-murder, adultery, payback, and treasure which one most easily plagues you? In your life what have, you thought about Jesus' counsel “Do not store up treasure on earth”? How did today's message affect your thinking about storing up some treasure for a rainy day? What is something you rightfully treasure that could compete with treasuring God? How can you practice not treasuring earthly but instead treasuring the heavenly? How easy is it for you to engage with Jesus' re-working what we may think of as a rule to a larger principle to follow? What treasure in your personal life might need to be re-valued to maintain clarity that you have only one master in God? Which of these takeaways resonated with you this week? We would love to hear your feedback and you can reach us at any of the methods below: ■ Text/Voicemail:  407-965-1607 ■ Email:  podcast@wholelife.church ■ WLC Mobile App:  Media Tab/Podcast Banner and Use Text and Email links ■ Social Media:  #WholeLifePodcast/ #WholeLifeTakeAways Listen and subscribe to :15 With Andy, Randy, & Jeff by going to our website: https://wholelife.church/podcast (https://wholelife.church/podcast)! You can listen, subscribe, and share the episode, all from our podcast player or wherever you listen to podcasts!  Thank you for listening!  If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media.  Our show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, and everywhere you can listen to podcasts!   NEXT WEEK: NEW SERIES AND ANDY'S FINAL SERIES AT WLC: ‘Things To Remember' - Fix Your Eyes On Jesus. The theme music for Speaking of Grace was written, produced, and performed by WholeLife Church's own Phillip Burks - https://www.phillipburks.com/ (https://www.phillipburks.com/). Download the WholeLife Church Mobile App! It is available for both Apple and Android. Say hello on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wholelifeorl (https://twitter.com/wholelifeorl), Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholelifeorlando (https://www.facebook.com/wholelifeorlando), and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholelifeorlando (https://www.instagram.com/wholelifeorlando)!  Use the #hashtags:  #WholeLifePodcast #WholeLifeTakeaways #ThisIsWholeLife #JesusDoesntMakeItEasy

All Souls Anglican Church

All Souls Anglican Church

Hebrews 12:1-3 ESV Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted. FIX YOUR EYES ON JESUS. The crucial part in running our race is focus. Distraction is the devil's tool to get rid of our eyes from Jesus. Our eyes must be fixated on him by looking away from other things in order to see Him distinctly, as one looking an object afar. Like Peter, James and John at the Mt. of Transfiguration, we should no longer see anyone but Jesus only. [Mark 9:8] Let's remember that the central person in this race isn't us. It's Jesus, who is the author and finisher of our faith. He is the originator of our faith because of His vicarious work at the cross. Jesus is our example about focus. For the joy that was set before him, He endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Thus, we must consider Him. If He underwent such severe conflict and opposition from sinners, who among us should refuse to submit unto Him to experience the same? Otherwise, we will grow weary and fainthearted. The wonderful examples of faith we have are only to be followed as they followed Christ. [ 1 Cor 11:1] As James, “You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.” (James 5:11.) Then the Apostle means that the end of our sufferings will be the same with those of Christ, according to what is said by Paul, “We're heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him.” (Romans 8:17.) Like Paul, who himself even had testified, “as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at all ashamed, but that with full courage now as always Christ will be honored in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” [Phil 1:20,21] Today, have you grown weary in your Christian race? Do consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. [Rom 8:18] Jesus will surely finish what He has began in your life.[Phil 1:6] “Therefore, let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured.” [Heb 13:13] In our Christian race, our win is to exalt Christ, by following the example of Christ, and through the energy of Christ. ------------------------- Visit our website and FOLLOW Gospel Light Christian Church Filipino on YouTube and Facebook.

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I. The Christian life is like running a marathon race, vv1-2. II. The Christian life is like fighting in a cage fight, vv3-4. III. The Christian life is like being raised in a disciplinarian's home, vv5-6.

Fix Your Eyes On Jesus 5-28-2017 by Aberdeen First AG

Fix Your Eyes On Jesus by Phoenix Bible Church

Ninteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A. Fr Rob Galea speaks about the need to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus through the storm.

Fix Your Eyes On Jesus

Pastor Dave Hentschel concludes the Cultivating the Christian Life Series with his sermon: Fix Your Eyes on Jesus (Lest You be Blinded by Yourself.)