Podcasts about following god

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

God deserves to be honored through sincere obedience, not empty or half-hearted actions. Israel was dishonoring Him by deliberately offering less than their best and by treating obedience as a burden, choosing convenience over faithfulness. This challenges us to examine whether our own actions reflect the same attitude. While we are no longer under the old covenant of animal sacrifices, we are called to follow Jesus under a new covenant. Loving God is demonstrated through obedience to His commands, which are not meant to be burdensome. Through faith and faithful living, we show true love for God and honor His name. __________ Malachi 1:11-14 NIV, 1 John 5:2-4 NIV __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com Leave a Comment: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/comments __________    

In this passage, David is running for his life and ends up in Gath; the very place where his enemies live. To escape, he does something unexpected: he pretends to be insane. It's not a moment of strength, but a moment of weakness that God still uses to preserve him. Following God doesn't always look impressive or logical. Sometimes obedience in the middle of fear looks strange to the world. But faith means learning to follow Christ through fear rather than letting fear control us. The real question is: What are you doing with your fear? Will you trust God through it like David, or be ruled by it like Saul?

Be honest with yourself - are you living for comfort or a purpose worth giving your life to?Sunday's message explores Acts 20 - 21, where Apostle Paul chooses to continue his mission to Jerusalem even though he knows suffering and imprisonment await him. Through Paul's example, Pastor Toran challenged us to consider whether we are living for comfort or for a purpose worth giving our lives to.Following God's calling can be costly - not only for us, but also sometimes for the people around us. However, it ultimately leads to a life of deeper meaning and impact. ---Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:45AM.Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided Stay Connected!Website: http://localchurchgr.orgFacebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgrInstagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgrWeekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLCVisit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expectEvents: http://my.localchurchgr.org/eventsIf you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/giveNeed prayer? Please let us know! https://localchurchgr.org/care

These devotions are part of the Follow the Word Bible reading program at St. John Lutheran Church in Cypress, Texas. This year we are reading through the Scriptures together, listening for how God speaks through his Word day by day. I hope you will join me on this journey.Today's readings are Numbers 10-12, Psalm 69.

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Jesus never prayed that His followers would be removed from the world. He prayed that they would be protected from its influence and live differently inside it.Your difference is not your weakness.Your difference is what makes you dangerous to the kingdom of darkness.If you want to follow Jesus in today's culture, you will have to make a decision: Will you go with the flow… or swim upstream?

Join us this week as we discuss war, conflict, and the current events of the world around us. 

Have you ever obeyed God only to have your situation get worse? In Exodus 5, Moses confronts Pharaoh, but instead of freedom, the Israelites are met with double the work and no straw. Join us as we explore the "discouragement phase" of faith. Learn why the enemy turns up the heat right before a breakthrough and how to handle the "Why, Lord?" moments when your prayers seem to backfire.#Exodus5 #BricksWithoutStraw #FaithUnderFire #BibleStudyTamil #BroEmersonDevaraj #WayToLife #OvercomingDiscouragement #PharaohsTactics #ExodusSeries

Sunday, March 1st 2026Following God One Step CloserOur mission at Berea is to Love Others One Step Closer to Jesus. God has challenged us as a family to do this in many different ways. But as we continue on our mission we must remember that we are all called to follow God wherever He may lead us. We are called to follow Jesus. Which means we are called to action. We are to use the lives He has given us to play an important role and reach out to the world around us. And we would love for you to join us!

Our Bible Reading of the Day is Joshua 5:13–6:27. Confident in their wall, the people of Jericho shut themselves up inside the city. Following God's unusual battle plan, Joshua gathers the priests, trumpets, ark of the covenant, and people. Six days they march once around the city, then seven times on the seventh day, giving a shout at the conclusion of the last circuit. The city walls come tumbling down, and the Israelites wipe out the citizens and livestock while plundering precious metals for the tabernacle. Yet Rahab and her family are spared. Christ, the greater Joshua, though He has the power to judge us for our sins also has the power to save. By the cross, He has forgiven God's children their sins and has promised us deliverance from eternal death.

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Trusting God in the Unknown: A Story of Following God's Leading 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 Letha & John Kerl

Still Waters Psalm 23 (Part 3) Psalm 23 “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in right paths for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff— they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long.” Today I will talk about the last part of this Psalm. There is a lot to like about this ending.  First. It starts by saying that God will prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies.  I don't have to be worried about my enemies as God has got me.  He is my shield and my refuge.  Now he is saying we will prepare a feast for me.  When someone is preparing a meal for us, they are not usually stressed out about it.  They don't worry about all the things going on around them.  Picture this, there is chaos all around you, and yet in front of you is this beautifully set up dining room table.  You have a seat and God is bringing you a feast one course at a time.  He is not concerned with your enemies because He knows they can't touch you.  You are not concerned either because you feel so at home and taken care of.  Isn't that a beautifully relaxing image?   Next, the verse says that God honors us by anointing our heads with oil.  Did you know that you have an anointing on your life?  We all do. Did you know through baptism you were anointed to be priest, prophet, and king?   It's true, just as Christ was all three of these, you are also anointed to be these three things to your community.  What does that mean for us?   Let's start with the priest.  Drawing on the priesthood of the Old Testament, a priest is one who offers sacrifices (see Genesis 14:18; Exodus 29:38- 42; Leviticus 23:6,8). Some sacrifices are personal, and some are on behalf of others. These sacrifices will look different for each one of us depending on our circumstances.  However, sacrifice to some degree should be a part of our everyday life.  I have tried to embrace this in different ways over the years. At times I did a bread and water fast one day a week. Other times I would fast from one thing for a whole month. I would switch it up each month, but there will always be something I am fasting from.  I believe that this helps me to appreciate things more and it will also show me that I am not a slave to that thing.  For instance, if I feel like I just can't stop eating chocolate, then I will fast from that for a month.  By the end of the year, I will have shown God and myself that I do not need these things.  I will have also made a small sacrifice each month for 12 months. Next, we have prophet.  A prophet is a spokesperson for God or one who speaks on God's behalf (see Exodus 4:30; Deuteronomy 18:18; Isaiah 42:19). In the Old and New Testaments, prophets called people to a different way of life.  Can we be a spokesperson for God by how we live our lives?  Can we live in a way that when people see us they think to themselves, “I want what they have?”  Can we call others to a different way of life, not necessarily with our words, but with our love?  Can we love others as Jesus did? Can we speak love and light into the world, into people's lives?  Can we be prophets? Lastly, we are anointed as kings.  What are kings called to do? Usually rule over others.  We are called to rule over ourselves first and foremost. We are all responsible for making sure we are living our lives according to God's laws.  Most kings are called to rule over others, however, as Christians, we are called to servant leadership.  A servant leader leads by serving others. In other words, servant leaders place the interests and needs of their followers ahead of their own self-interests and needs. Generally, they value the development of their followers, building their communities, acting authentically, and sharing power. Now that we know what each one of these means, hopefully, we can apply this to our everyday life.  God has anointed us in our everyday tasks too.  For instance, I was anointed to be a mother and a wife.  That was where God called me and that is what He set me apart to do.  Maybe you are anointed to be a doctor, a lawyer, a pharmacy tech, a garbage collector, a grandmother, a teacher, whatever it is, God has anointed you to do it.  Your baptismal anointing is not meant to replace any of those other calls on your life.  You are anointed to be a priest, prophet, and king in the life you are already living.  Think about your day-to-day life, how can you incorporate sacrifice into your days?  How can you be more of a prophet spreading the Lord's Word in your daily lives?  How can you be more of a servant leader right now, right where you are? The verse then goes on to say my cup overflows with blessings.  This is also great imagery.  I love to picture a teacup, as we grew up drinking tea in my family.  Although I don't picture a regular tea cup, the image I am getting is an English fancy tea cup from a china set.  The tea is being poured into it with a steady stream and the cup is overflowing and running all over the table and even onto the floor.  This is how many blessings God has for you. He wants to rain down blessings upon blessings on all of His children.  Sometimes we get in the way of God's blessings.  Sometimes we don't appreciate the blessings that we have so why would God give us more?  Sometimes we find ourselves complaining about all that is going on in our lives instead of praising God and giving thanksgiving.  God has ridiculous blessings for you.  All you have to do is believe that and then praise God for any blessings, even if they are small.  If you can be faithful to the small He will increase your blessings.  He is a good, good Father! The ending of this verse is beautiful.  “Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.”  We had this word pursue the other day.  I love that word.  This verse is saying that God's goodness and unfailing love will pursue us all the days of our lives.  Isn't that wonderful?  We don't have to chase after God, because He is already chasing after us.  All we have to do is let ourselves be caught by God's goodness and unfailing love.  Unfailing love is not like any love we can find here on earth.  It is an incredible love that knows no limits, that knows no boundaries.  God's love never leaves us.  No matter how much we may try to run from it.  No matter how much we try to reject it or send it back.  No matter how much we might mess up.  God's unfailing love will pursue you every single day of your life.  How incredible is that?   And the very last part of the verse says, “I will live in the house of the Lord forever.”  Yes, please!  I want to live in the house of the Lord forever. I think we all do.  It is so amazing to me that God has an open-door policy to heaven.  All are welcome.  Come as you are, in your broken and wounded state.  You do not have to earn your way, you don't have to do anything to get there.  Jesus has earned you your right to be there.  All you have to do is surrender to God and let Him help you, let Him give you the strength to follow Him.  Following God is not always an easy road but it is a rewarding road and one that leads to spending eternity living in the house of the Lord.   Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening today.  Lord, we thank you for loving us like you do.  We thank you for preparing us for a feast in the presence of our enemies.  We thank you for the ridiculous blessings you want to give us and we are sorry if we get in your way of doing that.  We thank you for making us priests, prophets, and kings and we ask for your help in discovering what that means for each one of us and how we can incorporate that anointing into our lives.  We love you Lord and we can't wait to live in your house forever!  We ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, Amen! Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus.  I look forward to bringing you another witness tomorrow.  It will be an update from my friend Bruce. I have shared his story at least twice, and we have a new update coming tomorrow. Mentoring is tonight, so email me if you would like to check it out! Remember, Jesus loves you, and so do I!  Have a blessed day, and may the favor and grace of our Lord Jesus be upon you! Today's Word from the Lord was received in April 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Trust me. I know what I'm doing. I know that sometimes trust is like pulling yourself through an eye of a needle. Those are the times when you need to trust the most. Because that's when I loom the largest. I love you, my children. Trust me.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

After decades of faithfully serving as Vice President for Advancement at Indiana Wesleyan University, Terry Munday has seen firsthand how generosity, obedience, and relationships shape both institutions and eternal lives. In this compelling conversation, Terry reflects on a calling that led him from public education into Christian higher education fundraising, often requiring personal sacrifice, long-term trust, and spiritual courage. Through stories marked by humor, heartbreak, and unmistakable miracles, he reveals how fundraising, when rooted in faith, becomes far more than raising money. It becomes ministry.

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Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Send a textIn this episode, we break down the three primary ways God speaks and how to keep them in healthy balance. When you learn to listen in all three lanes, you make wiser decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and move forward with both faith and clarity. 

Most Christians don't know how to talk about Jesus. They know they ought to share their faith, but evangelism methods feel awkward and pushy. Feeling guilty and discouraged, many believers simply avoid the subject altogether. But what if there was a simple, normal way to introduce people to Jesus, without sounding like you're selling something? David McIver shares from his book "Looking for the One: Stories of Seeing the Lost, Lonely, and Broken Through the Eyes of Jesus."  Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

What does real repentance actually look like? In 2 Kings 6–7, King Jehoram tears his clothes and wears sackcloth. On the outside, it looks like humility. It looks like repentance. It looks like sorrow. But is his heart truly broken before God? In this powerful episode, we walk through one of the most intense passages in Scripture. A city under siege. Famine so severe it turns horrific. A king who appears repentant. And yet, beneath the outward display, something else is happening in his heart. This message confronts a hard but necessary question: Are we truly surrendered to God, or are we trying to follow a formula to get what we want? We'll explore: The difference between true repentance and religious performanceWhy outward sorrow does not always mean inward surrenderThe danger of saying, “Why should I wait on the Lord any longer?”What Luke 8 reveals about the soil of our heartsWhy God's timing tests our trust This is a word for the Church right now. It is also a word for each of us personally. Truth exposes. But truth also sets us free. Scripture Covered 2 Kings 6 : 24–332 Kings 7Luke 8 : 4–152 Timothy 3 : 5 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to True Repentance 02:51 The Nature of Insincere Apologies 06:13 The Siege of Samaria and Its Consequences 09:07 The King's Response to Desperation 12:03 Elisha's Prophecy of Deliverance 14:55 The Lepers' Decision and Discovery 17:46 The King's Reaction to the Lepers' News 21:07 The Fulfillment of Elisha's Prophecy 23:58 The Importance of Genuine Repentance 26:51 The Role of Truth in Transformation 29:51 The Danger of Insincerity in Faith 33:01 The Call for True Heart Change 35:52 The Consequences of False Repentance 39:11 The Need for Accountability in the Church 42:10 The Power of God's Timing 45:10 The Importance of Following God's Way 47:56 Conclusion and Call to Action About your host: Jaime Luce' testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn't see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God's way is always the blessed way! Free chapter of Jaime's new book: You Don't Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/ Connect: - Website: https://jaimeluce.com - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Have you ever looked at people who ignore God, who lie, cheat, and look out only for themselves, and realized they seem to be doing better than you are? If you have ever asked, "Why do the wicked prosper while I struggle to do the right thing?" this video is for you.In this episode, we open up Psalm 73, arguably the most honest chapter in the Bible about spiritual burnout. We meet Asaph, a worship leader who almost quit the faith because he was tired of seeing "bad" people win. We explore the raw reality of envy and faith, asking the hard question: Is following Jesus actually worth it when the world feels so unfair?We won't offer you empty clichés. Instead, we'll look at how shifting your perspective, entering "the sanctuary", changes everything. You'll learn how to handle the bitterness of Christian discouragement and discover that while the wicked might have "the good life" for a moment, you have something they can never buy: a God who holds your hand even when you are angry at Him.SUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate0:00 - WHEN LIFE FEELS UNFAIR (THE QUESTION)0:40 - PSALM 73 & ASAPH'S JOURNEY (DOUBT TO CLARITY)1:13 - THE SOCIAL MEDIA HIGHLIGHT-REEL TRAP1:26 - “WHAT'S THE POINT?” (ASAPH'S CRISIS)1:58 - THE TURNING POINT: “UNTIL I WENT INTO THE SANCTUARY”2:35 - STEP INTO YOUR SANCTUARY (PRAYER, WORSHIP, SCRIPTURE)2:46 - A PERSONAL NOTE: DISAPPOINTMENT, BUSYNESS, IMMATURE FAITH3:03 - THE CURTAIN PULLED BACK (THE WICKED'S FRAGILE END)3:30 - WORSHIP RECENTERS THE SOUL (GOD'S JUSTICE & MERCY)4:04 - GOD'S GRIP OF GRACE (HE HOLDS YOUR RIGHT HAND)4:34 - GOD THE STRENGTH OF MY HEART (PORTION FOREVER)5:21 - “WHOM HAVE I IN HEAVEN BUT YOU” (NEAR GOD IS THE GREATEST GOOD)5:38 - WHAT PSALM 73 LOOKS LIKE TOMORROW (PRACTICAL STEPS)6:24 - ANCHOR YOUR SOUL (TRIALS, WORSHIP, TRUE PROSPERITY)7:01 - CLOSING & SHARE / SUBSCRIBE / RESOURCES (BINMIN.ORG)JOIN the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH BINMIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Questions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEAVE A REVIEW on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

It's time for you and your spouse to become a Rich Couple! In this episode, Art discusses his newly re-released book, “The Rich Couple: 30 Days of Following God's Design for a Financially Healthy Marriage,” and the four critical decisions every couple must make to build a truly rich marriage. Plus, he answers a listener's question about what to do after reaching Money Milestone 8.Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef encourages us that a deepening relationship with God will enable us to better understand His leading and will for our lives. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon You Want Me to Do What?, Part 5: LISTEN NOWNEW FOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTYou've seen the shift. You've felt the uneasiness. You know something is changing in America—and not for the better. Under the guise of political correctness, a quiet takeover is happening in our nation. In Unholy Alliance, Dr. Michael A. Youssef reveals the coordinated movement behind it all—and how you can stand firm in a time of deception.Unholy Alliance is Dr. Youssef's most urgent book in 50 years. It's time for the Church to find its voice—and rediscover its mission—before it's too late. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid through April 5, 2026, in US, UK, and Canada. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Following God means trusting Him to be our source for everything. As we study Genesis 14 and Abraham's story, Pastor Josh unpacks how Abraham's ultimate choice to seek God led to blessing - even after a series of mistakes.February 1, 2026

What do you do when you obey God—and the path He leads you on is uncomfortable?In this message from Follow: The Exodus Story, we continue Israel's journey beyond the Red Sea and into the wilderness. Though God has delivered His people from slavery, the road ahead quickly becomes hard. Thirst, hunger, and frustration test their faith, revealing a deeper struggle—not with circumstances, but with trust in God's character.Walking through Exodus 15–16, Pastor Tommy shows us that the wilderness is not a mistake but a place of transformation. God leads His redeemed people into seasons of testing to reshape their hearts, deepen their dependence, and teach them how to trust Him daily. From bitter waters made sweet to manna falling from heaven, we see that God's provision is designed to form trust—not independence—and that true faith culminates in rest and remembrance.This passage reminds us that redemption may be immediate, but transformation is progressive. The God who parts seas is the same God who faithfully provides daily bread—and invites His people to follow Him one day at a time.Scripture Covered:Exodus 15:22–27; Exodus 161 Corinthians 10:1–13John 6:31–35Hebrews 3:7–15#FollowTheExodus#BookOfExodus#FaithInTheWilderness#DailyDependence#TrustGod#BiblicalTeaching#ChristianSermon#GodOurProvider

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Following God is supposed to make life clearer—but sometimes it does the opposite. You take a step of obedience, and instead of feeling safer, everything feels more uncertain. This message looks at a story in the Bible about Gideon, a man who faced that same tension. As he obeys God, the path forward doesn't get easier—it gets riskier. Through his story, we see why fear isn't a sign you've missed God, and what it actually looks like to trust Him when the outcome isn't in your control.

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The School of Love Podcast is a helpful tool designed to help your family build the essential daily habit of praying together as a family. In each short 3-5 minute episode, we follow the daily Mass Gospel and provide a brief meditation geared for the family to help start your prayer. Then you finish the prayer with your own family. Each episode is lead from the home of School of Love Directors, Mike & Kristi Dennihan.

Join us this week as we discuss the new year, new music, and walking into new seasons. 

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of helping your kids see the world the way God does? Or maybe parenting leaves you feeling a little disoriented—like you're spinning upside-down? You're not alone. We all love our kids and want them to have a flourishing faith and embrace God's upside-down Kingdom.  Today, we're honored to have Matt Jones and Janel Greig on the show. They are co-hosts of Summit's newest podcast: Upside-Down Parenting! In the podcast, they offer practical insights, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to help you navigate the tough times and everyday challenges of parenting. If parenting sometimes feels upside-down, that's okay. Following God's design often is upside-down compared to the world around us—and that's exactly what makes it so powerful. Subscribe to Upside-Down Parenting on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or subscribe on YouTube!

Read Online“The sabbath was made for man, not man for the sabbath. That is why the Son of Man is lord even of the sabbath” Mark 2:27–28Today's Gospel should console those who struggle with a legalistic and scrupulous mindset. This is an easy trap to fall into for those who desire to keep God's commandments and remain faithful to His holy will. Despite the best intentions, it's easy for those who are deeply sincere in their fidelity to God to misunderstand how best to please and glorify Him. One common trap is to think that meticulous observance of the external Law is sufficient. While obedience to God's Law is essential, it is equally important to understand the authentic requirements of His Law—what it truly demands and what it does not.Today's Gospel takes place toward the beginning of Jesus' public ministry, after He had named His Twelve Apostles and begun preaching and healing. As they walked to another town on the Sabbath so Jesus could continue His mission, they passed through a field. The Apostles, being hungry, forged a path through the grain and picked some of it to eat. When the Pharisees saw them doing this, they seized the opportunity to condemn them, saying, “Look, why are they doing what is unlawful on the sabbath?” (Mark 2:24).Without getting too philosophical, it's important to understand what we call God's Eternal Law. The Eternal Law encompasses reality—physical, moral, and spiritual truths. All that God has established as true must be our guide through life. The goal of the evil one is to deceive us by leading us into a false understanding of that reality.Traditionally, the Eternal Law has been divided into two distinct aspects: the Natural and Divine Laws. The Divine Law is all that is known only through divine revelation—all that the Scriptures reveal, especially through Christ's humanity and mission. The Natural Law, on the other hand, is written upon creation itself, including our own human nature. Natural Law is written on our consciences and discerned through reason. For example, we instinctively know it is wrong to lie, steal, and murder. Though God's Divine Law confirms this through the Ten Commandments, these basic moral truths are already evident to us when we reflect clearly.In today's Gospel, the Apostles' actions were perfectly aligned with right reason—the Natural Law—showing how their choices reflected God's design for human flourishing. They were eating grain as they journeyed with Jesus so He could continue His mission. Their need for sustenance, especially while in service to Christ, took precedence over rigid legalistic interpretations of the Sabbath. The Pharisees, however, mistook the Sabbath for an end in itself. They focused solely on external observance and failed to understand that the Sabbath was instituted as a gift for humanity—a day for rest, worship, and renewal in communion with God.What's freeing and beautiful to note is that the Natural Law, written on our human reason, and the Divine Law, revealed through the Scriptures, are in perfect harmony. Both flow from God. Through His mission, Jesus shows us how the Divine Law elevates and perfects the Natural Law, orienting both toward love and mercy. The Pharisees' legalism obscured this harmony, reducing the Law to a burdensome set of rules rather than as a pathway to life and freedom.Reflect today on your own approach to God's Law. If you find it burdensome, reevaluate your thinking. Properly understood and embraced, God's Law is not a weight; it's the source of freedom. The Sabbath, in particular, invites us to rest and trust in God's providence. When we live according to the Eternal Law—both Natural and Divine—we discover harmony within our souls that refreshes and elevates us. Resolve to follow God's Law with love, avoiding both scrupulosity and laxity, and you will find the freedom and joy for which you were created.Divine Law-Giver, all that You have spoken and established is Truth. You are the Source of Truth and Truth Itself. Please free me from both laxity and scrupulosity as I strive to live in accord with Your will. May I find in Your Law the pathway to freedom and joy. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Like the protagonist in her debut novel, The Moon Goddess's Smile, Catherine Wu spent her formative years in China before coming to New York City as a graduate student. After a successful career in biomedical research and podiatry, Catherine followed the pull of her heart and stepped fully into her calling as a storyteller.She honed her craft in fiction at Grub Street in Boston, pouring years of passion and perseverance into a story that blends culture, mystery, and humanity—a true labor of love.Today, Catherine lives in Jacksonville, Florida, where she shares life with her husband. When she's not writing, you'll find her battling sword ferns and pennyworts in her garden, experimenting with bold and unexpected flavors in the kitchen, or researching her dream family vacation to southern Europe.In this episode, we talk about:Following God-given dreams later in lifeCultural identity and storytellingThe journey from science to fictionThe heart and mystery behind The Moon Goddess's SmileAffiliations:Florida Writers AssociationNational League of American Pen WomenGrubStreet, Boston

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

Jeremiah 15 & 17 | Following God for the Long Haul | Dean Miller | January 18, 2026 This week Dean explores the prophet Jeremiah’s vulnerable and candid relationship with God to understand how we can walk with Him for the “long haul” through the cycles of orientation, disorientation, and reorientation. He speaks to how […]

This week Dean explores the prophet Jeremiah’s vulnerable and candid relationship with God to understand how we can walk with Him for the “long haul” through the cycles of orientation, disorientation, and reorientation. He speaks to how we can navigate seasons of pain when God may feel like a “deceitful brook,” and learn to hold […]

Maybe you just have a vague sense that somethings wrong in your life? Maybe you have a vague since that your marriage isn't what it needs to be? May be you just have a vague spiritual sense that God wants to do something in the world? That's a good place to start, but you've got to figure out what the real problem is! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1170/29?v=20251111

The great commision is never fullfilled if the community of believers stays in its comfort zone! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1170/29?v=20251111

We're kicking off a brand new two-week marriage and relationships series called “Tighten the Knot.” In this message, Pastor Sean King sets the foundation by addressing why relationships are often so difficult and how God's original design offers a better way forward. Starting in Genesis, Pastor Sean walks us through God's vision for relationships, how sin distorted that design, and why our choices matter. This message contrasts the pattern of the world with the biblical pattern for relationships, marriage, sexuality, and identity, reminding us that sanctification is a process God invites us into with grace and patience. Whether you're married, single, dating, or hoping to be someday, this message offers biblical wisdom, practical truth, and hope for restoration. God's design is not meant to shame us, but to lead us toward freedom, healing, and wholeness. We pray this message encourages and equips you as you pursue Christ-centered relationships. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Online00:13 – Opening interaction and introduction00:33 – Pastor Sean introduces himself and marriage background01:00 – Relationships are hard and real-life humor01:46 – Relationship goals and the reality of marriage02:21 – Introducing the “Tighten the Knot” series02:43 – Why this series is for everyone03:06 – Upcoming messages and marriage conference03:50 – God's original design in Genesis05:01 – “You are very good” – identity in creation05:54 – The fall and broken relationships06:54 – Choices dictate outcomes07:46 – Sanctification and working back toward God's design08:38 – Christ-centered relationships as a no-lose proposition09:29 – Following God's pattern vs culture's pattern10:01 – God's patience and grace10:30 – The enemy's tactics against relationships11:00 – Culture vs Scripture11:33 – Romans 12:2 and resisting cultural patterns12:11 – Comparing two relationship patterns12:40 – Culture's view of sexuality13:45 – Biblical teaching on sexuality (1 Corinthians 6)14:59 – Identity, shame, and forgiveness15:40 – God's design for unity in marriage16:35 – Marriage as God's intentional design17:55 – Shame, separation, and restoration18:39 – Choices leading toward or away from God19:51 – The grace and forgiveness of Jesus20:24 – Culture's view of marriage20:45 – Self-first vs servant-hearted love21:39 – Happiness vs joy in marriage22:45 – Hardship and enduring love23:14 – 1 Corinthians 13 and biblical love24:05 – Encouragement for healing and restoration25:00 – Prayer for forgiveness and renewal26:21 – Invitation to restoration and healing26:58 – Relationship survey introduction29:01 – Survey instructions and purpose34:04 – Encouragement from survey results34:53 – Invitation to become marriage mentors35:35 – Closing and dismissal

Following God isn't always "safe." But taking the risk and saying “YES” to Him will open doors that you never imagined. There is nothing to fear. Our God turns every circumstance for our good and His glory! Today, Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Dr. DeeDee Freeman, Amie Dockery, and Brittany Price Brooker discover the power of obedience to a faithful God who turns pain into purpose and hardship into ministry.   If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “Let God Guide Your Plans.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. ----- Antique Candle Co: Use “BETTERTOGETHER” to get a free Gift Set with your purchase of $40 or more now at antiquecandleco.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following God often means crossing lines we've never crossed and facing challenges we've never faced. In the book of Joshua, God leads his people from promise into possession, calling them to trust him completely and obey him faithfully. This story walks through moments of bold faith, costly obedience, unexpected setbacks, and decisive victories, revealing what it truly means to be strong and courageous. As we study Joshua together, we'll discover that courage isn't found in our own strength, but in the unchanging faithfulness of God — the God who keeps his promises, goes before his people, and invites us to follow wherever he leads.

I've had several conversations with people recently where they've asked about how Anna and I started this ministry. As we look at a new year, and new resolutions, I want to talk through what it looks like for us to follow where God leads in 2026. Show Notes: 

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on December 14, 2025) As we bring our study of the Book of Nehemiah to a close, we are examining the leadership of Nehemiah. Remember, Nehemiah was not a prophet or a priest, but a lay member of Israel’s congregation. He didn’t have a special calling on his life,...

The Rebirth of Wonder | A Sermon for Epiphany In this sermon, we reflect on The Rebirth of Wonder and the invitation of Epiphany to see the world—and God's work within it—with renewed awe, curiosity, and openness. This sermon was preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway on January 4, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, on the Second Sunday of Christmas and Epiphany. The scripture readings for this message are Isaiah 60:1–6 and Matthew 2:1–12. Drawing from the story of the Magi, this sermon suggests that anxiety often takes root when wonder is lost—and that God does not always relieve our fear by giving us certainty, but by giving us light enough for the next faithful step. Epiphany invites us to follow that light, even when the path leads beyond what we can control or fully understand. Wonder widens our vision, restores imagination, and opens us again to trust that God is still at work in the world and in our lives. In this message, we explore: How wonder expands faith when anxiety narrows it The Magi as models of curiosity, courage, and attentiveness Following God's light without needing certainty or control Epiphany as an invitation to ongoing discovery and trust Whether you are joining us from Charlotte or beyond, this sermon offers a thoughtful and hope-filled reflection on how God's light restores wonder—and how wonder, in turn, helps steady anxious hearts and reorient us toward hope. Subscribe for sermons, reflections, and stories from First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. Topics: Epiphany sermon, wonder and anxiety, rebirth of wonder, Matthew 2 sermon, following the star, Christian hope, light of Christ

In this episode of Outlaw God, Dr. Stephen Paulson and Caleb Keith look into the themes of mysticism, the nature of God's law, and the relationship between humanity and the divine. They explore the story of Moses in the cleft of the rock, discussing how this narrative illustrates the complexities of knowing God and the implications of the law. The conversation also touches on the teachings of Gregory of Nyssa and Pseudo-Dionysius, highlighting their differing views on the law's role in the believer's life. Ultimately, the episode examines how Luther critiques these perspectives and introduces the concept of 'subcontrario' as a means of understanding God's favor through the law. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: Face to Face: A Novel of the Reformation by Amy Mantravadi Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Steven Paulson  

Retired pastor Nelson Henderson reflects on his call to ministry as a young man from Northwest Arkansas, which eventually led to a fruitful pastorate at First Free Will Baptist Church of Pocahontas, Arkansas for 36 ½ years. He discusses the steps he took that led to his longevity in the ministry.   Pastor Nelson is part of the Rekindle Coaching Program for pastors who may be seeking a veteran pastor to help coach them in ministry. Find more at https://nafwb.org/rekindle/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Ministry #Pastoring #Pastor