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10:00AM 10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Melanie Collette: CFACT Sr. Policy Analyst, author, and political commentator https://www.cfact.org/author/melanie-collette/Topic- US Climate Week, wrap up in NYCAs thousands gathered for Climate Week NYC (Sept. 21–25), mainstream coverage will echo a single narrative across 1,000+ sessions. The conversation is missing critical pushback on the economic and logistical realities of these sweeping environmental mandates.Melanie Collette and Marc Morano of The Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT) are on the ground in NYC as the only conservative organization embedded—and officially speaking—at the event. 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: Drew Thomas Allen @DrewThomasAllenAuthor: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: The Declassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post.columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10:00AM 10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Melanie Collette: CFACT Sr. Policy Analyst, author, and political commentator https://www.cfact.org/author/melanie-collette/Topic- US Climate Week, wrap up in NYCAs thousands gathered for Climate Week NYC (Sept. 21–25), mainstream coverage will echo a single narrative across 1,000+ sessions. The conversation is missing critical pushback on the economic and logistical realities of these sweeping environmental mandates.Melanie Collette and Marc Morano of The Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT) are on the ground in NYC as the only conservative organization embedded—and officially speaking—at the event. 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: Drew Thomas Allen @DrewThomasAllenAuthor: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: The Declassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post.columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m Hopeless and Helpless in My Sin 1. THE DOCTRINE OF GOD’S ORIGINAL PLAN Genesis 1:26 Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” (NIV) Isaiah 43:7 everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.” (NIV) 2. THE DOCTRINE OF THE FALL OF MAN Genesis 2:16–17 And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; 17 but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die.” (NIV) Genesis 3:6-7 When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. 7 Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves. (NIV) 3. THE DOCTRINE OF ORIGINAL SIN Romans 5:12 Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to ALL men because ALL sinned (ESV) Ephesians 2:3 among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires of the flesh and the mind, and were BY NATURE children of wrath, like the REST OF MANKIND. (ESV) 4. THE DOCTRINE OF TOTAL DEPRAVITY 1 Corinthians 2:14 The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is NOT ABLE to understand them because they are spiritually discerned. (ESV) Ephesians 2:4-5 But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, 5 even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved (ESV) John 6:44 No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day. (ESV) 5. THE DOCTRINE OF THE CROSS Hebrews 9:22 In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. (NIV) 2 Corinthians 5:21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. (ESV) 1 Peter 3:18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit (ESV) 6. THE DOCTRINE OF SALVATION Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. (ESV) John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever BELIEVES in him should not perish but have eternal life. (ESV) Romans 10:9-10 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and BELIEVE in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. (ESV) Acts 4:12 And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (ESV) 7. THE DOCTRINE OF SANCTIFICATION 2 Thessalonians 2:13 But we are bound to give thanks to God always for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God from the beginning chose you for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. (NKJV)

DrewThomas Allen CEO of Bando PR, host of The Drew Allen Show and author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk (Bombardier Books). He was Charlie Kirk's publicist in the summer of 2024. @DrewThomasAllen Author: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: TheDeclassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast BANDO PR GUEST: Drew Thomas Allen, CEO of Bando PR, host of The Drew Allen Show and author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk (Bombardier Books). He was Charlie Kirk's publicist in the summer of 2024. WHY NOW:Thursday is one year. Turning Point USA holds the “Freedom Built to Last” memorial at the UCCU Center, a five-minute walk from the amphitheater where Charlie Kirk was shot. Glenn Beck and Frank Turek are speaking, and Utah Valley University is closing campus operations for the day. Last week a judge ordered Tyler Robinson to stand trial on all seven counts. NBC News polled registered voters and found that 61 percent said extreme political rhetoric was an important contributor to Charlie's killing. That is 73 percent of Republicans and 54 percent of Democrats. In fifteen years of asking the question about five different violent attacks, NBC had never before found both parties blaming rhetoric rather than one disturbed man. So the cause is not in dispute. Then Harvard asked young Americans about political violence for the first time in that survey's history, weeks after the assassination, and 39 percent of eighteen to twenty-nine year olds said it can be acceptable in at least one circumstance. Those are the people Charlie spent his career walking onto campuses to talk to. The country agreed on what killed him. Then it went back to doing it. 11:41 – 11:56 (15mins) Feature: “CHAT BOX!!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DrewThomas Allen CEO of Bando PR, host of The Drew Allen Show and author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk (Bombardier Books). He was Charlie Kirk's publicist in the summer of 2024. @DrewThomasAllen Author: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: TheDeclassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast BANDO PR GUEST: Drew Thomas Allen, CEO of Bando PR, host of The Drew Allen Show and author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk (Bombardier Books). He was Charlie Kirk's publicist in the summer of 2024. WHY NOW:Thursday is one year. Turning Point USA holds the “Freedom Built to Last” memorial at the UCCU Center, a five-minute walk from the amphitheater where Charlie Kirk was shot. Glenn Beck and Frank Turek are speaking, and Utah Valley University is closing campus operations for the day. Last week a judge ordered Tyler Robinson to stand trial on all seven counts. NBC News polled registered voters and found that 61 percent said extreme political rhetoric was an important contributor to Charlie's killing. That is 73 percent of Republicans and 54 percent of Democrats. In fifteen years of asking the question about five different violent attacks, NBC had never before found both parties blaming rhetoric rather than one disturbed man. So the cause is not in dispute. Then Harvard asked young Americans about political violence for the first time in that survey's history, weeks after the assassination, and 39 percent of eighteen to twenty-nine year olds said it can be acceptable in at least one circumstance. Those are the people Charlie spent his career walking onto campuses to talk to. The country agreed on what killed him. Then it went back to doing it. 11:41 – 11:56 (15mins) Feature: “CHAT BOX!!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Study session scripture: Romans 15:1-13We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. Christ the Hope of Jews and Gentiles For I tell you that Christ became a servant to the circumcised to show God's truthfulness, in order to confirm the promises given to the patriarchs, and in order that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. As it is written, “Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles, and sing to your name.” And again it says, “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with his people.” And again, “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles, and let all the peoples extol him.” And again Isaiah says, “The root of Jesse will come, even he who arises to rule the Gentiles; in him will the Gentiles hope.” May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.Study session topics:Call for mutual acceptance between strong and weak, part 3 Paul's summation to the strong (vv. 1-2) The strong have a responsibility to tolerate and support the weak Each believer should seek the good of his neighbor to build him up The example of Christ (vv. 3-12) The humility of Christ The timelessness of the scriptures Paul's prayer for his audience Paul's true point in putting forth the example of Christ Paul for the last time attacks the issue of division between Jew and Gentile Benediction (v. 13) The reason for a benediction here A comprehensive benediction about the Christian lifeStudy session audio: S4 E35: Romans 15:1-13 Download

10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: DrewThomas Allen CEO of Bando PR, host of The Drew Allen Show and author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk (Bombardier Books). He was Charlie Kirk's publicist in the summer of 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preached on Sunday the 13th of September, 2026.Hebrews 9:22-28 22 Indeed, under the law almost everything is purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins.23 Thus it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these rites, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. 24 For Christ has entered, not into holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true things, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. 25 Nor was it to offer himself repeatedly, as the high priest enters the holy places every year with blood not his own, 26 for then he would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. 27 And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, 28 so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.Intro Music by Julius H. from Pixabay Outro Music by PianoAmor from Pixabay

Shaun honors and remembers Charlie Kirk. PLUS, Drew Allen, author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk, talks to Shaun about Charlie Kirk's legacy, how he wasn't afraid of the truth, and how we can all live big lives like Charlie. Gary Rabine, founder of the Rabine Group, talks about his friendship with Charlie Kirk and how TPUSA continues to grow even after Charlie's death. And Skylar Duensing, Founder and President of The United States Patriots Society, checks in with Shaun from the RNC Midterms Convention in Dallas, how Illinois is not embracing young Republicans, and the intentional ineptitude of Democrats today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Taft delivers an explosive edition of The Adult in the Room, exposing radical cultural agendas, unhinged courtroom fallout, and bizarre mid-air incidents: The Socialism Confab in Chicago: Victoria breaks down undercover footage from the Socialism 2026 conference in Chicago, where 2,600 masked attendees gathered at a luxury hotel to demand the abolition of the nuclear family, declare weight loss drugs "fascist genocide," and compare traditional marriage to prostitution. Charlie Kirk Day & The Culture of Death (Drew Allen): Author Drew Allen joins the show to discuss his book, For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk. On the one-year anniversary of Kirk's assassination, Allen and Victoria examine the godless ideology fueling political violence, the dehumanization of conservatives, and the growing alliance between Western Marxists and radical Islamists. The "Duct Tape Man" True Backstory: New details emerge regarding the viral American Airlines passenger subdued with duct tape and zip ties. Best-selling Messianic author Jonathan Cahn reveals he was the seatmate whose discussion of spiritual reality and Christian books triggered a sudden, violent mid-air spiritual episode. Lindsay Clancy Juror Whistleblowers: Victoria exposes a jaw-dropping television interview featuring three female jurors from the deadlocked Lindsay Clancy murder trial. The jurors openly admit to misconduct—including allowing nurses on the jury to give unvetted medical testimony in deliberations while attacking the lone male juror who insisted on holding Clancy accountable for strangling her three children. 9/11 25th Anniversary Outrage: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends 9/11 ceremonies despite victim families begging him to stay away, right after handing a commemorative signing pen to a former Al-Qaeda defense attorney.

Guest Drew Allen, author "For Christ and Country", joins to discuss one year after the death of Charlie Kirk. Discussion of political violence, left wing rhetoric, and lessons learned between Kirk and September 11th. Guest Jim Pfaff, The Conservative Caucus, joins from Dallas, TX for the RNC Convention Day two. Discussion of the battle in the DNC and working with John Fetterman in PA, and Trump's promise of $5k checks if we win the elections. The Voice of Reason is a nationally syndicated talk radio show based out of Wichita, KS. Find more online at HooserReason.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A year ago today Charlie Kirk was killed in the middle of answering a question. Drew Allen — author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk — on the year since: the growth nobody covered, the polling nobody's running, and why our own side picked this week to have a fistfight.Here is a link to what I said one year ago: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drewallen.substack.com/subscribe

One year later, we remember the life and faith of Charlie Kirk. Evil triumphs when courage falters, and truth demands sacrifice.Charlie's life and death remind believers that the battle for America's soul is not political but spiritual-and that we cannot be silent in the face of evil. We must overcome evil with good.Join Rebekah and special guest Drew Thomas Allen as they discuss his new book, "For Christ and Country," examining the martyrdom of Charlie Kirk and finding courage for the spiritual battles we now face today.Drew's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G62K6Z46/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faith-works-live-with-rebekah-haynie--5411714/support.

As America remembers Charlie Kirk one year after his death and prepares to mark 25 years since September 11, Greg Davis welcomes author and commentator Drew Thomas Allen to Priority Talk. Allen worked on Charlie Kirk's final book, Right-Wing Revolution, and joins Greg to discuss his new book, For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk.The conversation explores Charlie Kirk's influence, the cultural divisions exposed by his assassination, and the importance of responding to political violence and dehumanization without losing sight of faith, truth, and human dignity. Allen also discusses America's Christian heritage, the meaning of the separation of church and state, and the role Christians should play in public life.Looking back at both Charlie Kirk's legacy and the lessons of September 11, Allen challenges Christians not simply to wait for another extraordinary leader, but to recognize their own calling and responsibility. His message is ultimately about faith, courage, preparation, and living each day with purpose.What can Christians learn from Charlie Kirk's life—and what should they be doing now?

CHARLIE KIRK, 9/10 AND 9/11: THE PARALLELS WE CAN’T IGNORE. Will Charlie Kirk’s legacy truly be remembered? Was his martyrdom in vain? REPUBLICANS MAKE HISTORY WITH THEIR FIRST MIDTERM CONVENTION! Trump isn’t on the ballot—but can he save the republicans who are? Will it push Ken Paxton over the finish line or will insane Talarico take the senate seat? THE CLANCY CASE ISN’T OVER—AND WAIT UNTIL YOU HEAR THE SAN DIEGO CONNECTION. What’s next for Clancy? What did her defense attorney ask of Trump? What does the Clancy case have to do with San Diego? With Jennifer Kelly, GOP Strategist, Drew Allen, Author, “For Christ and Country, the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk". Support Our Mission: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZMGRBFGDJKRS8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Jack Tomczak,VP of Outreach for Americans for Citizen Voting, argues that one overlooked issue is the distinction between illegal noncitizen voting and jurisdictions that have moved to legally permit noncitizens to participate in certain elections. With control of Congress potentially coming down to just a handful of House and Senate races, questions over voter eligibility and election rules are taking on even greater significance heading into November. Jack can discuss: Why he believes current constitutional language creates too much ambiguity around citizen-only voting The growing movement in states to explicitly place citizen-only voting language in their constitutions House Res. 152, a proposed constitutional amendment stating that only U.S. citizens may vote in federal elections Why Americans for Citizen Voting argues the issue should be settled constitutionally rather than fought state-by-state How close midterm races could increase scrutiny of voter eligibility and public confidence in election rules 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: Drew Thomas Allen @DrewThomasAllenAuthor: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: The Declassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post.columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Friday morning, the 4th of September, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in 1 Corinthians 1:17. Paul says: “For Christ did not send me to baptise, but to preach the gospel, not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of no effect.” Then we go ahead to 1 Corinthians 3:6. Paul again: “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase.”It is so important to know what your role is in this life. Moses was chosen by God to take the Children of Israel out of slavery and out of Egypt. He did that for forty years, he completed his task, and then Joshua took the Children of Israel across the Jordan River into the Land of Milk and Honey. Each one of us has got a specific work to do. That is why Paul said, “I was not called to baptise but to preach the Gospel.”It is so nice to see a man or a woman operating in the calling God has given them. Let me use an example. Bruce Fordyce, one of our champions in South Africa, has won the Comrades Marathon 9 times. He has won it 8 times consecutively. There is no-one else in the world who has done that folks. Then you get another man by the name of Usain Bolt. He is the fastest human being who has ever run the hundred metres. He ran it in 9.58 seconds. Now I want to tell you something. There is no way Usain Bolt could have run the Comrades. He is not built for that. And there is no way that Bruce Fordyce could run the hundred metres in under 10 seconds. Each one has a specific talent and gift, and I believe it has been given to them by God. Now, an evangelist is called by God to open the eyes of the blind and to lead people to Jesus. A teacher is one who is called by God to expose the scriptures, open the Bible and explain the finer points of the Bible. A teacher is not an evangelist. Oh yes, he can lead someone to Christ, but he can't run a campaign with thousands of people and call them to the front. And the same thing applies with an evangelist. He can't teach. He is not gifted in that area to open the Bible of understanding for people. Today, ask the Lord to show you what the gift and the calling in your life is, and then stick to it. God will use you powerfully.Have a wonderful day, Jesus bless you and goodbye.

Michael Basham Brethren, [with all] my heart's desire and goodwill for [Israel], I long and pray to God that they may be saved. 2 I bear them witness that they have a [certain] zeal and enthusiasm for God, but it is not enlightened and according to [correct and vital] knowledge. 3 For being ignorant of the righteousness that God ascribes [which makes one acceptable to Him in word, thought, and deed] and seeking to establish a righteousness (a means of salvation) of their own, they did not obey or submit themselves to God's righteousness. 4 For Christ is the end of the Law [the limit at which it ceases to be, for the Law leads up to Him Who is the fulfillment of its types, and in Him the purpose which it was designed to accomplish is fulfilled. That is, the purpose of the Law is fulfilled in Him] as the means of righteousness (right relationship to God) for everyone who trusts in and adheres to and relies on Him. 5 For Moses writes that the man who [can] practice the righteousness (perfect conformity to God's will) which is based on the Law [with all its intricate demands] shall live by it. 6 But the righteousness based on faith [imputed by God and bringing right relationship with Him] says, Do not say in your heart, Who will ascend into Heaven? that is, to bring Christ down; 7 Or who will descend into the abyss? that is, to bring Christ up from the dead [as if we could be saved by our own efforts]. 8 But what does it say? The Word (God's message in Christ) is near you, on your lips and in your heart; that is, the Word (the message, the basis and object) of faith which we preach, 9 Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart a person believes (adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Christ) and so is justified (declared righteous, acceptable to God), and with the mouth he confesses (declares openly and speaks out freely his faith) and confirms [his] salvation. 11 The Scripture says, No man who believes in Him [who adheres to, relies on, and trusts in Him] will [ever] be put to shame or be disappointed. 12 [No one] for there is no distinction between Jew and Greek. The same Lord is Lord over all [of us] and He generously bestows His riches upon all who call upon Him [in faith]. 13 For everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord [invoking Him as Lord] will be saved. 14 But how are people to call upon Him Whom they have not believed [in Whom they have no faith, on Whom they have no reliance]? And how are they to believe in Him [adhere to, trust in, and rely upon Him] of Whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without a preacher? 15 And how can men [be expected to] preach unless they are sent? As it is written, How beautiful are the feet of those who bring glad tidings! [How welcome is the coming of those who preach the good news of His good things!] 16 But they have not all heeded the Gospel; for Isaiah says, Lord, who has believed (had faith in) what he has heard from us? 17 So faith comes by hearing [what is told], and what is heard comes by the preaching [of the message that came from the lips] of Christ (the Messiah Himself). 18 But I ask, Have they not heard? Indeed they have; [for the Scripture says] Their voice [that of nature bearing God's message] has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the far bounds of the world. 19 Again I ask, Did Israel not understand? [Did the Jews have no warning that the Gospel was to go forth to the Gentiles, to all the earth?] First, there is Moses who says, I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry. 20 Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, I have been found by those who did not seek Me; I have shown (revealed) Myself to those who did not [consciously] ask for Me. 21 But of Israel he says, All day long I have stretched out My hands to a people unyielding and disobedient and self-willed [to a faultfinding, contrary, and contradicting people].

Our text today is 1 Peter 3:18: For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit. — 1 Peter 3:18 If someone asked you why Jesus died, what would you say? For many Christians, the answer feels obvious. "He died for my sins." And that's true. But Peter takes us deeper. In one verse, he gives us one of the clearest explanations of the gospel in the entire New Testament. Every phrase matters. "Christ suffered once for sins." Under the old covenant, sacrifices were offered repeatedly because they could never fully deal with sin. Day after day. Year after year. Blood was shed as a reminder that sin demands judgment. But Jesus wasn't another sacrifice in a long line of sacrifices. He was the final sacrifice. Nothing needs to be added to His work. Nothing needs to complete it. Nothing needs to repeat it. The debt has been paid in full. Then Peter says, "The righteous for the unrighteous." This is the great exchange at the heart of Christianity. Jesus wasn't merely a good teacher who died for a cause. He wasn't simply giving us an example of sacrificial love. The perfectly righteous Son of God took the place of unrighteous sinners. He bore the judgment we deserved so that we could receive the righteousness we could never earn. He became our substitute. And why did He do it? Peter tells us: "That he might bring us to God." I love that phrase. Jesus didn't die simply to improve your life. He didn't come merely to make bad people better. He came to bring spiritually dead people home to God. Sin had separated us from God. The distance we created through rebellion, Christ crossed through His sacrifice. The door we could never open, Jesus unlocked. The cross wasn't only about forgiveness. It was about reunion. The God our sin pushed away is the God Christ came to bring near. Peter wrote these words to believers who were suffering in a hostile world. They needed to remember that suffering was not meaningless, for their Savior had already transformed it into salvation. The cross looked like defeat. It was actually a victory. And if God could use the darkest day in human history to accomplish our redemption, then He can be trusted with the painful chapters of your story, too. You may not understand everything God is doing. But you can know this: Jesus has already done everything necessary to bring you home. Nothing can be added to His work. Nothing can take away from His love. And nothing can separate you from the God who came near through the cross. Thank Jesus for this sacrifice today, specifically for how his sacrifice has brought you near to him and back home to the Father. DO THIS: Spend a few minutes thanking Jesus for specific aspects of His sacrifice. Don't rush past the cross. Reflect on what it means that He stood in your place and brought you to God. ASK THIS: How would I explain the gospel to someone using this one verse? Am I trusting Christ's finished work or trying to earn God's acceptance? How does knowing Jesus brought me to God change the way I view my present struggles? PRAY THIS: Father, thank You for sending Your Son to suffer in my place. Thank You that Jesus paid for my sins completely and brought me near to You. Help me rest in His finished work and live with confidence, knowing that nothing can separate me from Your love. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Alleluia."

Michael Basham.com Brethren, [with all] my heart's desire and goodwill for [Israel], I long and pray to God that they may be saved. 2 I bear them witness that they have a [certain] zeal and enthusiasm for God, but it is not enlightened and according to [correct and vital] knowledge. 3 For being ignorant of the righteousness that God ascribes [which makes one acceptable to Him in word, thought, and deed] and seeking to establish a righteousness (a means of salvation) of their own, they did not obey or submit themselves to God's righteousness. 4 For Christ is the end of the Law [the limit at which it ceases to be, for the Law leads up to Him Who is the fulfillment of its types, and in Him the purpose which it was designed to accomplish is fulfilled. That is, the purpose of the Law is fulfilled in Him] as the means of righteousness (right relationship to God) for everyone who trusts in and adheres to and relies on Him. 5 For Moses writes that the man who [can] practice the righteousness (perfect conformity to God's will) which is based on the Law [with all its intricate demands] shall live by it. 6 But the righteousness based on faith [imputed by God and bringing right relationship with Him] says, Do not say in your heart, Who will ascend into Heaven? that is, to bring Christ down; 7 Or who will descend into the abyss? that is, to bring Christ up from the dead [as if we could be saved by our own efforts]. 8 But what does it say? The Word (God's message in Christ) is near you, on your lips and in your heart; that is, the Word (the message, the basis and object) of faith which we preach, 9 Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart a person believes (adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Christ) and so is justified (declared righteous, acceptable to God), and with the mouth he confesses (declares openly and speaks out freely his faith) and confirms [his] salvation. 11 The Scripture says, No man who believes in Him [who adheres to, relies on, and trusts in Him] will [ever] be put to shame or be disappointed. 12 [No one] for there is no distinction between Jew and Greek. The same Lord is Lord over all [of us] and He generously bestows His riches upon all who call upon Him [in faith]. 13 For everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord [invoking Him as Lord] will be saved. 14 But how are people to call upon Him Whom they have not believed [in Whom they have no faith, on Whom they have no reliance]? And how are they to believe in Him [adhere to, trust in, and rely upon Him] of Whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without a preacher? 15 And how can men [be expected to] preach unless they are sent? As it is written, How beautiful are the feet of those who bring glad tidings! [How welcome is the coming of those who preach the good news of His good things!] 16 But they have not all heeded the Gospel; for Isaiah says, Lord, who has believed (had faith in) what he has heard from us? 17 So faith comes by hearing [what is told], and what is heard comes by the preaching [of the message that came from the lips] of Christ (the Messiah Himself). 18 But I ask, Have they not heard? Indeed they have; [for the Scripture says] Their voice [that of nature bearing God's message] has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the far bounds of the world. 19 Again I ask, Did Israel not understand? [Did the Jews have no warning that the Gospel was to go forth to the Gentiles, to all the earth?] First, there is Moses who says, I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry. 20 Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, I have been found by those who did not seek Me; I have shown (revealed) Myself to those who did not [consciously] ask for Me. 21 But of Israel he says, All day long I have stretched out My hands to a people unyielding and disobedient and self-willed [to a faultfinding, contrary, and contradicting people].

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Color: Green Old Testament: Genesis 4:1–15 Psalm: Psalm 50:7–23; antiphon: v. 14 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1–10 Epistle: Ephesians 2:1–10 Gospel: Luke 18:9–14 Introit: Psalm 68:1, 3, 7a, 10b, 19; antiphon: vv. 5b, 6a, 35b Gradual: Psalm 28:7b, 1a, 2a Verse: Psalm 90:1 The Lord Lifts Up the Lowly   “And the Lord had regard for Abel and his offering, but for Cain and his offering he had no regard” (Gen. 4:1–15). For unlike Abel, Cain's offering did not proceed from a heart that revered and trusted in the Lord. Thus, the lowly tax collector who prayed, “God, be merciful to me, a sinner!” was the one who went down to his house justified before God, not the respectable, outwardly righteous Pharisee who trusted in himself and his own good living (Luke 18:9–14). “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast” (Eph. 2:1–10). The one who penitently despairs of his own righteousness and relies completely on the atoning mercy of God in Christ is the one who is declared righteous. For Christ died for our sins and rose again the third day (1 Cor. 15:1–10). Therefore, “everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Lectionary summary © 2021 The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Used by permission. http://lcms.org/worship

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What's true of your heart and mind in the midst of clear and present danger? If fear and anxiety of the attempts and work of your enemies frequently knock at your door, desiring to dwell within, may this psalm both guide and comfort you. For Christ your Teacher doesn't leave you naive, but shows you the hatred the wicked have for you as His people. For Christ your Savior is your remedy to fear. Through the work of His Spirit, He's your exclusive guard and protector. He is your ally who is ready to enter the battlefield for your cause.

August 11, 2026 Today's Reading: Romans 9:30-10:4 or 1 Corinthians 12:1-11Daily Lectionary: 1 Samuel 26:1-25; 1 Samuel 27:1-28:2; 1 Corinthians 5:1-13“For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” (Romans 10:4)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.When I converted to Lutheranism in 2005, I was amazed by the clarity of confession and the certainty of the Lutherans I met. Though I had grown up in and around the church, I didn't understand much of what was being said; however, every time my pastor preached the stern law which crushed me and the sweetest gospel to comfort me, it overwhelmed me with joy. I understood for the first time that because Christ forgives me, I lack nothing. Tough theological questions and discussions eventually came, but one thing remained steadfastly true through it all: Christ kept me in His Divine service to receive His Gifts with exceeding joy. Justification rests in Christ alone, who gives it freely by His work, His merit.Try telling that to the people of Paul's day… try telling many in our own day, try convincing yourself of this when you're drowning in sin. Paul wrestled with a profound mystery… righteousness… justification… just what is it? Where can it be found? Paul narrows it down to just two places. People either believe it comes by what a person does, thinks, acts, and says, OR it comes by faith in the only One, Jesus, Who actually did, thought, acted, and said EVERYTHING perfectly for us.Paul knew that the law wasn't the problem; the law is good, just, and holy. The problem was that many misused it for self-justification instead of its proper use of exposing sin and killing the sinner. Article 4 of the Apology clearly states: “The Law always accuses. Therefore it does not justify, because the conscience terrified by the Law flees from the judgment of God. Faith, however, comforts and saves.” (Apology IV) The law… drives us to Christ. St. Paul taught that the Gentiles had received the righteousness of God through the preaching of the Gospel, which meant that righteousness is received and imputed to us through faith in Christ. That is a great offense to the self-righteous. The stumbling block is Christ — because He overturns all self-reliance. He fulfills the law for us. The Gospel is offensive because it freely gives what we cannot produce: forgiveness, peace with God and neighbor. Jesus alone bears the curse the Law pronounces. (Gal. 3:13) The Law is not a sentence of death, but God lovingly revealing our desperate need for Jesus. Luther writes: “The Law says, ‘Do this,' and it is never done. The Gospel says, ‘Believe this,' and everything is done already.” (Luther's Works, Vol. 26, p. 5.)In the Name + of Jesus.Let us pray: Seek Him alone, Who did atone, Who did your souls deliver. O seek Him first, all you who thirst for grace that fails you never. In every need seek Him indeed; to every heart he will impart His blessings without measure. (LSB 557:3)Rev. Adam DeGroot, pastor of Calvary Lutheran Church in Rio Rancho, NM.

Review: Bardstown Wheated Bourbon Topic: Christ's redeeming work Please check out our Substack: Manhood, Neat: After the Pour | Substack Follow us on all your podcast platforms and: Instagram: @manhoodneat X: Manhood Neat (@ManhoodNeat) / X Youtube: Manhood, Neat Podcast - YouTube Reach out:manhood.neat@gmail.com   Show Notes: The Gospel Must Be Preserved & Passed On 1 Corinthians 15: 1-4 “Now I would remind you, brothers,[a] of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain.For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures” Paul viewed the gospel as a sacred deposit entrusted to him.  He received it, guarded it, and passed it on intact: Christ died for our sins.  Christ was buried.  Christ was raised on the third day.  The gospel can easily be reduced to: Moral improvement Religious inspiration “A better life” General spirituality. Christianity stands or falls on historical claims about Jesus.  A disciple does not merely treasure the gospel privately.  A disciple guards it and passes it on faithfully.   Jesus Alone Could Mediate Between God and Humanity 1 Timothy 2:5 “For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus” Hebrews 7:27-28 “He has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself. 28 For the law appoints men in their weakness as high priests, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever. John 1:14 “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son[a] from the Father, full of grace and truth.” Jesus was uniquely qualified to redeem humanity because He was both fully divine and fully human.  As a man, He could represent us.  As God, He could bear the full weight of sin and provide a sufficient sacrifice.  As the sinless One, He did not need atonement for His own guilt, He could offer Himself once for all.  A human savior could sympathize but could not fully save.  A distant deity could judge but could not stand in humanity's place.  In Jesus, God comes near without ceasing to be God.  Jesus' Own Claims Reveal His Divine Identity John 6:35 “Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.” John 8:12 “Again Jesus spoke to them saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:58 “Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am.” John 11:25 “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, through he die, yet shall he live.” John 14:6 “Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” Jesus did not merely point toward truth. He pointed to Himself. He said: I am the bread of life I am the light of the world I am the resurrection and the life I am the way, the truth and the life His use of “I AM” identified Him with the divine name revealed to Moses.  His preferred title, “Son of Man,” also points to Daniel's vision of a heavenly ruler who receives authority, glory and worship.  Jesus cannot be reduced to a wise teacher His claim forces a decision Either He is who He said He is, or His words make little sense.  Christ Died as Our Substitute 2 Cor. 5:21 “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” John 1:29 “The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said,”Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” The center of redemption is substitution Jesus took upon Himself what belonged to us: Guilt Judgement Suffering Death And through Him we receive what belongs to Him: Righteousness Forgiveness Mercy Life Paul summarizes the exchange by saying that the sinless Christ became sin for us so that we might become the righteousness of God.  The cross is not just an example of sacrificial love.  It is an actual exchange.  Christ does not simply feel our pain.  He bears our penalty.  The Lamb of God Satisfies Justice and Purchases Mercy Exodus 12(passover), Leviticus 16(day of atonement) 1 Cor. 5:7 “Cleanse out the old leaven that you may be a new lump, as you really are unleavened. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.” John 1:29 “The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said,”Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” The Passover Lamb The blood of the lamb marked the homes of Israel so that judgement passed over them The lamb died in the place of another The Day of Atonement One goat was sacrificed, and its blood was brought into the holy place.  Another goat carried the confessed sins of the people into the wilderness These images point toward Jesus: He bears judgement He carries away sin He satisfies justice He secures mercy God does not forgive by pretending evil does not matter Justice demands sin be dealt with At the cross, justice and mercy meet.  Jesus dies the death we deserve so that we receive the mercy we do not deserve. The cross should produce humility, gratitude, and worship. The Resurrection Completes Redemption 1 Cor. 15 (The Resurrection of Christ) The cross cannot be separated from the resurrection.  WIthout resurrection: The gospel would offer sympathy without victory Satan would appear to have won Death would remain the final enemy There would be no newness of life.  The resurrection proves that Christ's sacrifice was effective.  Christian hope is not merely the soul survives Hope is resurrection God intends to redeem the whole person, including the body. Disciples face death differently Death remains painful, but it no longer has the final word. The Resurrection Gives New Life Now Romans 6:4 “ We were buried there fore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.” 2 Cor. 5:17 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” The resurrection is not only about life after death It creates new life in the present Baptism: Going beneath the water identifies is with Christ's death Rising from the water identifies us with Christ's resurrection The old life is buried & a new life begins Redemption is not merely forgiveness of the past.  It is the beginning of a transformed future Christ does not simply cancel guilt. He creates new life.  Jesus Has Made the Way Through Death Hebrews 2:14-15 “Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery.” Jesus entered death, passed through it, and emerged victorious. Jesus does not call us somewhere He has not gone.  He entered suffering, judgement, death,and the grave. Then He came out the other side.

Hebrews 9 Par-rah-GHEE-no-my = Appear, Appearing, Arrive, Arrived, Come, Coming Three “Appearing's” of Christ His First appearance (Hebrews 9:1-10) “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 CSB His Heavenly appearance “But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things having come, He entered through the greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made by hands, that is, not of this creation; and not through the blood of goats and calves, but through His own blood, He entered the holy place once for all time, having obtained eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling those who have been defiled, sanctify for the cleansing of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?… For Christ did not enter a holy place made by hands, a mere copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us;nor was it that He would offer Himself often, as the high priest enters the Holy Place year by year with blood that is not his own. Otherwise, He would have needed to suffer often since the foundation of the world; but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been revealed to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself. Hebrews 9:11-14, 24-26 NASB His Second Appearing “And just as it is destined for people to die once, and after this comes judgment, so Christ also, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time for salvation without reference to sin, to those who eagerly await Him.” Hebrews 9:28 NASB “For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time for my departure is close. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. There is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me, but to all those who have loved his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:6-8 CSB “God's saving grace, you see, appeared for all people. It teaches us that we should turn our backs on ungodliness and the passions of the world, and should live sober, just and devout lives in the present age, while we wait eagerly for the blessed hope and royal appearing of the glory of our great God and savior, Jesus the Messiah. He gave himself for us so that he could ransom us from all lawless actions and purify for himself a people as his very own who would be eager for good works.” Titus 2:11-14 NTFE “Look, I am coming soon, and my reward is with me to repay each person according to his work. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end…The spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let anyone who hears say, “Come!” Let the thirsty come; let anyone who wants the water of life take it freely… Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen! Come, Lord Jesus! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with everyone. Amen.” Revelation 22:12-13, 17, 20-21 CSB Even So Come Hebrews 9 Par-rah-GHEE-no-my = Appear, Appearing, Arrive, Arrived, Come, Coming Three “Appearing's” of Christ His First appearance (Hebrews 9:1-10) “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 CSB PIC goes here His Heavenly appearance “But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things having come, He entered through the greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made by hands, that is, not of this creation; and not through the blood of goats and calves, but through His own blood, He entered the holy place once for all time, having obtained eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling those who have been defiled, sanctify for the cleansing of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?… For Christ did not enter a holy place made by hands, a mere copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us;nor was it that He would offer Himself often, as the high priest enters the Holy Place year by year with blood that is not his own. Otherwise, He would have needed to suffer often since the foundation of the world; but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been revealed to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself. Hebrews 9:11-14, 24-26 NASB His Second Appearing “And just as it is destined for people to die once, and after this comes judgment, so Christ also, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time for salvation without reference to sin, to those who eagerly await Him.” Hebrews 9:28 NASB “For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time for my departure is close. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. There is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me, but to all those who have loved his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:6-8 CSB PLEASE PUT THE VIDEOS HERE “God's saving grace, you see, appeared for all people. It teaches us that we should turn our backs on ungodliness and the passions of the world, and should live sober, just and devout lives in the present age, while we wait eagerly for the blessed hope and royal appearing of the glory of our great God and savior, Jesus the Messiah. He gave himself for us so that he could ransom us from all lawless actions and purify for himself a people as his very own who would be eager for good works.” Titus 2:11-14 NTFE “Look, I am coming soon, and my reward is with me to repay each person according to his work. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end…The spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let anyone who hears say, “Come!” Let the thirsty come; let anyone who wants the water of life take it freely… Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen! Come, Lord Jesus! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with everyone. Amen.” Revelation 22:12-13, 17, 20-21 CSB

August 02 2026 Sunday Who Jesus Made You To Be / Week 37 / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word.  That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5  Healing… Matthew 18:19  Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34  God is no respectåer of persons "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." James 4:7 KJV "So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." James 4:7 NLT "So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you." James 4:7 AMPC "But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:" 1 Peter 2:9 KJV "But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God's very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light." 1 Peter 2:9 NLT "But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, [God's] own purchased, special people, that you may set forth the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and perfections of Him Who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. [Exod. 19:5, 6.]" 1 Peter 2:9 AMPC "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:" 1 Peter 2:21 KJV "For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps." 1 Peter 2:21 NLT "For even to this were you called [it is inseparable from your vocation]. For Christ also suffered for you, leaving you [His personal] example, so that you should follow in His footsteps." 1 Peter 2:21 AMPC "For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:" 1 Peter 3:18 KJV "Christ suffered for our sins once for all time. He never sinned, but he died for sinners to bring you safely home to God. He suffered physical death, but he was raised to life in the Spirit." 1 Peter 3:18 NLT "For Christ [the Messiah Himself] died for sins once for all, the Righteous for the unrighteous (the Just for the unjust, the Innocent for the guilty), that He might bring us to God. In His human body He was put to death, but He was made alive in the spirit," 1 Peter 3:18 AMPC "casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." 1 Peter 5:7 KJV "Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you." 1 Peter 5:7 NLT "Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully. [Ps. 55:22.]" 1 Peter 5:7 AMPC Romans 10:9-10  Salvation… Romans 10:17  Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30  Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16  God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2  Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1  No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior…  Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19  God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20  Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17  We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21  We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8  We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com  YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 …  Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical  Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured

One of life's biggest questions is – what happens to us when we die? For Christ-followers, the Bible tells us we will be resurrected one day as Christ was resurrected. But what kind of resurrection body will we have in the next life? How will it be similar to the body we have now and how will it be different? How does this effect how we live today in our earthly bodies?

10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Mark Vargas @IllinoisReviewColumnist, @Newsmax . Editor-in-Chief, @IllinoisReview. Iraq Task Force - Office of the Secretary of War, @DeptofWar, 2007-10. Sunday marks the countdown of 100 days until Election Day! President Trump remains a steadfast leader as we approach the midterms and focus on maintaining the majority. The Senate must pass the SAVE America Act to ensure the integrity of our elections for American citizens. Safe and secure elections are vital for the future of our country. Creating more manufacturing jobs and keeping our products Made in America are top priorities of President Trump. 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: Drew Thomas Allen @DrewThomasAllenAuthor: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: The Declassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post.columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 26 2026 Sunday Who Jesus Made You To Be / Week 36 / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word.  That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5  Healing… Matthew 18:19  Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34  God is no respectåer of persons "For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:" Hebrews 9:24 KJV "For Christ did not enter into a holy place made with human hands, which was only a copy of the true one in heaven. He entered into heaven itself to appear now before God on our behalf." Hebrews 9:24 NLT "For Christ (the Messiah) has not entered into a sanctuary made with [human] hands, only a copy and pattern and type of the true one I'll, but [He has entered] into heaven itself, now to appear in the [very] presence of God on our behalf." Hebrews 9:24 AMPC "so Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation." Hebrews 9:28 KJV "so also Christ was offered once for all time as a sacrifice to take away the sins of many people. He will come again, not to deal with our sins, but to bring salvation to all who are eagerly waiting for him." Hebrews 9:28 NLT "Even so it is that Christ, having been offered to take upon Himself and bear as a burden the sins of many once and once for all, will appear a second time, not to carry any burden of sin nor to deal with sin, but to bring to full salvation those who are [eagerly, constantly, and patiently] waiting for and expecting Him." Hebrews 9:28 AMPC "For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified." Hebrews 10:14 KJV "For by that one offering he forever made perfect those who are being made holy." Hebrews 10:14 NLT "For by a single offering He has forever completely cleansed and perfected those who are consecrated and made holy." Hebrews 10:14 AMPC "Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear What man shall do unto me." Hebrews 13:5-6 KJV "Don't love money; be satisfied with what you have. For God has said, "I will never fail you. I will never abandon you." So we can say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?"" Hebrews 13:5-6 NLT "Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you have]; for He [God] Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. [I will] not, [I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let [you] down (relax My hold on you)! [Assuredly not!] [Josh. 1:5.] So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me? [Ps. 27:1;118:6.]" Hebrews 13:5-6 AMPC "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever." Hebrews 13:8 KJV "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever." Hebrews 13:8 NLT "Jesus Christ (the Messiah) is [always] the same, yesterday, today, [yes] and forever (to the ages)." Hebrews 13:8 AMPC Romans 10:9-10  Salvation… Romans 10:17  Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30  Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16  God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2  Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1  No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior…  Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19  God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20  Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17  We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21  We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8  We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com  YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 …  Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical  Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222. Monday - Friday from 3 pm - 6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Power, Politics, and Digital Danger: Secrets Colorado's Leaders Don't Want You to Know John Rush tears into Colorado politics, busting media myths and exposing what really drives election victories. Are campaigns fighting the wrong battles and missing the real strategies that win? Discover the overlooked math—and mistakes—shaping Colorado's future. Next, Mike Lebowitz! joins to reveal the terrifying threats lurking in America's digital shadows—think power grid attacks, cyber warfare, and AI-driven espionage. Are we ready for a cyber crisis that could change everything? Find out how vulnerable our daily lives really are—and what's being done behind the scenes. John wraps the hour with rapid-fire audience feedback and a sneak peek at the next hour's explosive debate on immigration, socialism, and communism. Timestamps 26:52 — Mike Lebowitz! - https://lebowitzbooks.com/ HOUR 2 Immigration Secrets, Political Loyalty, and What They're Not Telling You Ammon Blair blows the lid off H.R. 9535—an agriculture bill that could secretly open the door to legal status for undocumented farmworkers. Dive into the real stories of labor shortages, hidden industry pressures, and why this bill could change farming—and the nation—forever. Hear why your call to Congress could tip the scales. John returns to Colorado's political battlefield, urging conservatives to unite behind the Republican nominee. He lays out the high-stakes consequences for future elections and party power, daring anyone to challenge his math and logic. Will a split vote hand victory to the opposition? Decide for yourself. Then, Drew Allen, author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk joins for a no-holds-barred talk on truth, conspiracy, and the wild world of viral media. Is it skepticism or sensationalism? Explore how online hype shapes our reality—and why what you watch, share, and click on matters more than you think. Timestamps * 1:08 — Ammon Blair — https://www.texaspolicy.com/ * 27:28 — Drew Allen — https://substack.com/@drewallen HOUR 3 Socialism vs. Freedom: The Global Battle Shaping America's Destiny In this intense hour, John Rush and Eli Bremer pull back the curtain on socialism, communism, and capitalism. Eli's global adventures and deep economic insight reveal why free markets fuel freedom—and how collectivist ideas threaten prosperity. Hear shocking real-world stories from Venezuela, China, and beyond that will change the way you see America's future. The discussion rockets into today's political flashpoints: property rights, constitutional freedoms, welfare, education, and the mounting clash between socialism and capitalism in America. Discover why Europe's economic upheaval and China's ambitions could be warnings for the U.S.—and why defending innovation and free markets is now a fight for survival. The hour ends with eye-opening stories about local land battles, the dangers of government overreach, and chilling lessons from Cambodia's history. Don't miss the wake-up call: What happens when freedom loses to control? Timestamps * 1:13 — Eli Bremer https://x.com/elibremer

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222. Monday - Friday from 3 pm - 6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Power, Politics, and Digital Danger: Secrets Colorado's Leaders Don't Want You to Know John Rush tears into Colorado politics, busting media myths and exposing what really drives election victories. Are campaigns fighting the wrong battles and missing the real strategies that win? Discover the overlooked math—and mistakes—shaping Colorado's future. Next, Mike Lebowitz! joins to reveal the terrifying threats lurking in America's digital shadows—think power grid attacks, cyber warfare, and AI-driven espionage. Are we ready for a cyber crisis that could change everything? Find out how vulnerable our daily lives really are—and what's being done behind the scenes. John wraps the hour with rapid-fire audience feedback and a sneak peek at the next hour's explosive debate on immigration, socialism, and communism. Timestamps 26:52 — Mike Lebowitz! - https://lebowitzbooks.com/ HOUR 2 Immigration Secrets, Political Loyalty, and What They're Not Telling You Ammon Blair blows the lid off H.R. 9535—an agriculture bill that could secretly open the door to legal status for undocumented farmworkers. Dive into the real stories of labor shortages, hidden industry pressures, and why this bill could change farming—and the nation—forever. Hear why your call to Congress could tip the scales. John returns to Colorado's political battlefield, urging conservatives to unite behind the Republican nominee. He lays out the high-stakes consequences for future elections and party power, daring anyone to challenge his math and logic. Will a split vote hand victory to the opposition? Decide for yourself. Then, Drew Allen, author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk joins for a no-holds-barred talk on truth, conspiracy, and the wild world of viral media. Is it skepticism or sensationalism? Explore how online hype shapes our reality—and why what you watch, share, and click on matters more than you think. Timestamps * 1:08 — Ammon Blair — https://www.texaspolicy.com/ * 27:28 — Drew Allen — https://substack.com/@drewallen HOUR 3 Socialism vs. Freedom: The Global Battle Shaping America's Destiny In this intense hour, John Rush and Eli Bremer pull back the curtain on socialism, communism, and capitalism. Eli's global adventures and deep economic insight reveal why free markets fuel freedom—and how collectivist ideas threaten prosperity. Hear shocking real-world stories from Venezuela, China, and beyond that will change the way you see America's future. The discussion rockets into today's political flashpoints: property rights, constitutional freedoms, welfare, education, and the mounting clash between socialism and capitalism in America. Discover why Europe's economic upheaval and China's ambitions could be warnings for the U.S.—and why defending innovation and free markets is now a fight for survival. The hour ends with eye-opening stories about local land battles, the dangers of government overreach, and chilling lessons from Cambodia's history. Don't miss the wake-up call: What happens when freedom loses to control? Timestamps * 1:13 — Eli Bremer https://x.com/elibremer

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222. Monday - Friday from 3 pm - 6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Power, Politics, and Digital Danger: Secrets Colorado's Leaders Don't Want You to Know John Rush tears into Colorado politics, busting media myths and exposing what really drives election victories. Are campaigns fighting the wrong battles and missing the real strategies that win? Discover the overlooked math—and mistakes—shaping Colorado's future. Next, Mike Lebowitz! joins to reveal the terrifying threats lurking in America's digital shadows—think power grid attacks, cyber warfare, and AI-driven espionage. Are we ready for a cyber crisis that could change everything? Find out how vulnerable our daily lives really are—and what's being done behind the scenes. John wraps the hour with rapid-fire audience feedback and a sneak peek at the next hour's explosive debate on immigration, socialism, and communism. Timestamps 26:52 — Mike Lebowitz! - https://lebowitzbooks.com/ HOUR 2 Immigration Secrets, Political Loyalty, and What They're Not Telling You Ammon Blair blows the lid off H.R. 9535—an agriculture bill that could secretly open the door to legal status for undocumented farmworkers. Dive into the real stories of labor shortages, hidden industry pressures, and why this bill could change farming—and the nation—forever. Hear why your call to Congress could tip the scales. John returns to Colorado's political battlefield, urging conservatives to unite behind the Republican nominee. He lays out the high-stakes consequences for future elections and party power, daring anyone to challenge his math and logic. Will a split vote hand victory to the opposition? Decide for yourself. Then, Drew Allen, author of For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk joins for a no-holds-barred talk on truth, conspiracy, and the wild world of viral media. Is it skepticism or sensationalism? Explore how online hype shapes our reality—and why what you watch, share, and click on matters more than you think. Timestamps * 1:08 — Ammon Blair — https://www.texaspolicy.com/ * 27:28 — Drew Allen — https://substack.com/@drewallen HOUR 3 Socialism vs. Freedom: The Global Battle Shaping America's Destiny In this intense hour, John Rush and Eli Bremer pull back the curtain on socialism, communism, and capitalism. Eli's global adventures and deep economic insight reveal why free markets fuel freedom—and how collectivist ideas threaten prosperity. Hear shocking real-world stories from Venezuela, China, and beyond that will change the way you see America's future. The discussion rockets into today's political flashpoints: property rights, constitutional freedoms, welfare, education, and the mounting clash between socialism and capitalism in America. Discover why Europe's economic upheaval and China's ambitions could be warnings for the U.S.—and why defending innovation and free markets is now a fight for survival. The hour ends with eye-opening stories about local land battles, the dangers of government overreach, and chilling lessons from Cambodia's history. Don't miss the wake-up call: What happens when freedom loses to control? Timestamps * 1:13 — Eli Bremer https://x.com/elibremer

The Name Above Every Name Conference Two Guarding the Heart with the Name The Jesus Prayer and the Hidden Battle “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” — Proverbs 4:23 When we begin to pray the Jesus Prayer with any measure of faithfulness, we often encounter something unexpected. Rather than becoming peaceful, we become distracted. Rather than discovering silence, we discover noise. Rather than finding purity, we become painfully aware of the confusion within us. Many become discouraged at this point. They imagine they are failing. The Fathers tell us something very different. For the first time, we are beginning to see. The purpose of the Jesus Prayer is not merely to console us. It is to bring us into the light of Christ. And whenever light enters a darkened room, it reveals what has long been hidden. The heart is no different. The Jesus Prayer does not create our distractions. It uncovers them. It does not produce our passions. It reveals how deeply they have already taken root. This is why the beginning of prayer can feel more difficult than life before prayer. Grace has begun its work. ⸻⸻⸻ Archimandrite Zacharias often reminds us that God grants us His light gradually because He knows our weakness. If He were to reveal our heart all at once, we could not bear the sight. Instead, He teaches us gently. He uncovers one attachment. Then another. He exposes one fear. Then another. He reveals one hidden wound. Then another. Not to condemn us. But to heal us. This is the great difference between the accusation of the enemy and the illumination of the Holy Spirit. The enemy exposes in order to produce despair. Christ reveals in order to restore communion. The one drives us inward. The other draws us toward repentance. This distinction must never be forgotten. 2 ⸻⸻⸻ The Fathers speak constantly of watchfulness. This is not suspicion. It is not anxiety. It is not becoming preoccupied with ourselves. Watchfulness is simply the refusal to live asleep. Most of us spend our lives reacting. A word is spoken. A memory arises. An anxiety appears. A desire awakens. Without reflection we follow it. The Fathers ask us to pause. Not to analyze. Not to condemn. But to stand before Christ. The Jesus Prayer gradually creates this holy pause. Instead of immediately following every thought, we return to the Name. Again and again. Not violently. Not anxiously. Simply and quietly. 3 Like a child returning home. The Name becomes the place where the heart learns to remain. ⸻⸻⸻ One of the greatest misunderstandings of the Philokalia is the belief that thoughts themselves are the enemy. The Fathers never teach this. Thoughts come and go. Many arise without our consent. Temptation is not sin. Memories are not sin. Emotions are not sin. Even powerful images may arise without our choosing them. The hidden battle begins only when the heart gives consent. This is why the Fathers devote so much attention to freedom. Between the arising of a thought and our agreement with it there exists a sacred space. The Jesus Prayer enlarges that space. It restores our freedom. We are no longer carried wherever every thought wishes to lead us. We become capable of remaining with Christ. This is one of the greatest miracles of grace. ⸻⸻⸻ The enemy has always sought to scatter the human heart. 4 Our age makes this easier than ever. Never before have so many voices demanded our attention. Never before have we carried so much noise in our pockets. Never before have we been so easily distracted from the one thing necessary. The tragedy is not merely that we become distracted. It is that we gradually lose the capacity for recollection. We become strangers to our own hearts. The Jesus Prayer quietly gathers what has been scattered. Like a shepherd calling sheep from every hillside, the Name summons the fragments of our life back into unity. Thought by thought. Breath by breath. Day by day. The heart slowly becomes one. ⸻⸻⸻ This battle cannot be won by force. Many begin the spiritual life with enormous determination. They resolve to conquer every passion. To eliminate every distraction. To achieve uninterrupted prayer. Such zeal often ends in exhaustion. The Fathers counsel another way. 5 Humility. When distractions arise, we do not become angry. When thoughts return a hundred times, we return to Christ a hundred and one times. The victory lies less in never wandering than in always returning. The prayer itself teaches us this rhythm. Return. Remain. Return again. Eventually we discover that perseverance is stronger than intensity. ⸻⸻⸻ Archimandrite Zacharias repeatedly insists that humility attracts grace. This is why every sincere invocation of the Name weakens the dominion of pride. “Have mercy on me.” These words leave little room for self-sufficiency. They are the language of one who knows he cannot save himself. Strangely, this becomes the beginning of true freedom. Only the humble can receive help. Only the poor can receive riches. Only the empty can be filled. The Jesus Prayer continually places us in this blessed poverty. ⸻⸻⸻ 6 The hidden battle is therefore not primarily against demons. Nor is it first against thoughts. It is against forgetfulness. Adam forgot God. Israel forgot God. We forget God. Everything else follows from this forgetting. The Jesus Prayer becomes an act of remembrance. Not merely remembering a doctrine. But remembering a Person. The heart learns to live in His presence. As remembrance deepens, many passions lose their strength. Not because we have crushed them. But because Christ has become more beautiful than the things that once captivated us. Love quietly accomplishes what fear never could. ⸻⸻⸻ The Fathers speak of purity of heart. Our world often misunderstands this expression. Purity is not emotional perfection. Nor is it psychological simplicity. It is singleness. One heart. 7 One desire. One Lord. This is why Christ says, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Only a unified heart can truly behold Him. The Jesus Prayer slowly gathers every divided affection into this one desire. Christ Himself becomes the center around which every thought, memory, sorrow, and joy begins to find its proper place. ⸻⸻⸻ Perhaps the greatest surprise of the spiritual life is that victory often feels like weakness. The proud imagine victory as mastery. The saints experience it as dependence. They become less confident in themselves. More confident in Christ. Less interested in their own progress. More attentive to His mercy. The Name accomplishes this quietly over many years. Not dramatically. Almost imperceptibly. Until one day we discover that we no longer rely upon our own strength. We instinctively turn toward Christ in every circumstance. The prayer has become the movement of the heart. 8 ⸻⸻⸻ As we continue this retreat, let us not become discouraged by the hidden battle. The very struggle is already a sign that grace is at work. If we now see distractions that once escaped our notice, give thanks. If we recognize passions that once ruled us unnoticed, give thanks. If we discover our weakness, give thanks. For Christ has not come to condemn what He reveals. He has come to heal it. Let us therefore guard the heart—not with fear, but with hope. Let us return again and again to the holy Name. For every sincere return, however small, is already a victory of grace. And slowly, often without our noticing, the heart that was once scattered among a thousand desires begins to rest in the One whose Name is above every name. 9

John 17:8 “for the words which You gave Me I have given to them; and they received them and truly understood that I came forth from You, and they believed that You sent Me.” When it comes to the good news which provides hope for mankind, who should we listen to? The gospel preached and taught by Jesus' disciples get my vote. They received the words Jesus gave them and have faithfully recorded and explained them because they understood that Jesus came forth from God. They believed Jesus was sent by God to bring us to Him. Here's an example. Peter wrote, 1 Peter 3:18 “For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, so that He might bring us to God, having been put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit;” One of the ways we love people is to give an explanation of the hope that we have in Jesus. Those who knew Him best, walked with Him the longest, and were His followers were so convinced that He was God in the flesh that their message and lives became the foundation of the gospel and the church. That gospel foundation has stood the test of time. 1989 years to be exact. The Father, God gave Jesus the words to teach, Jesus spoke them, the disciples received and believed them, and they are still speaking them through the Bible. Listening to them is to listen to God. Acknowledgment: Music from “Carried by the Father” by Eric Terlizzi. www.ericterlizzi.com

10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Ward Clark, @TheGreatLander RedState.com @RedStateWardClark-Iran’s 'Very Specific Plot' to Assassinate Trump Foiled by Warning From Israeli Intelligence 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Weekly: Drew Thomas Allen @DrewThomasAllenAuthor: “For Christ and Country: the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk” "Clinton Hoax, Obama Coup: The Declassified Story of the Trump–Russia Delusion”Host of ‘The Drew Allen Show’ podcast VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post.columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It's Worth It is a question every follower of Jesus eventually asks. When serving feels exhausting, change feels constant, and the mission gets difficult, how do you keep going? In this message, we discover the deeper reason it's worth continuing to invest your life in what God is doing.The apostle Paul faced challenge after challenge, yet he never lost sight of what motivated him. His answer was simple: "For Christ's love compels us." When you remember what Jesus has done for you, it changes how you live, serve, give, and love others.In this message from 2 Corinthians 5, you'll discover:• Why the love of Jesus is our greatest motivation• What it means to be reconciled to God• The message of reconciliation Jesus has entrusted to us• How every believer is called to be an ambassador for Christ• Why the local church still matters in our communities• How being Jesus-centered, others-focused, and outward-facing reflects the heart of JesusIt's easy to make church about what we receive. But lasting purpose is found when we embrace the mission Jesus has given us. As His ambassadors, we carry His message, reflect His character, and represent His mission everywhere we go.Whether you're serving, giving, inviting a friend, or simply trying to live out your faith in everyday life, this message is a reminder that what you do matters. The mission isn't always easy, but it is always worth it.Because one day a friend, neighbor, coworker, or family member may begin asking questions about faith—and they'll need a safe place to explore who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him.Keep representing the purpose and personality of Jesus. Keep loving people. Keep making room for others. Keep moving the mission forward.

13 Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother. 14 I know and am persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself, but it is unclean for anyone who thinks it unclean. 15 For if your brother is grieved by what you eat, you are no longer walking in love. By what you eat, do not destroy the one for whom Christ died. 16 So do not let what you regard as good be spoken of as evil. 17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. 18 Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men. 19 So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.20 Do not, for the sake of food, destroy the work of God. Everything is indeed clean, but it is wrong for anyone to make another stumble by what he eats. 21 It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that causes your brother to stumble. 22 The faith that you have, keep between yourself and God. Blessed is the one who has no reason to pass judgment on himself for what he approves. 23 But whoever has doubts is condemned if he eats, because the eating is not from faith. For whatever does not proceed from faith is sin.151 We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 3 For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” 4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, 6 that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 7 Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.8 For I tell you that Christ became a servant to the circumcised to show God's truthfulness, in order to confirm the promises given to the patriarchs, 9 and in order that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. 1."Annoyance is the price you pay for community." Do you think that's an accurate statement? How do you personally navigate that tension? 2.Paul tells the strong to restrain their freedom for the sake of a tender brother or sister, even when they're right. Is there an area where you've had to hold a freedom loosely for someone else's sake? What did that cost you? 3.RC Sproul called it "the tyranny of the weaker brother" when someone tries to make their personal conviction everyone else's law. Have you seen that happen — or done it yourself? What does it look like when a disputable matter gets treated as indisputable? 4.It seems there can be a tension between living out the kingdom of God vs having the modern optimized, maximized life. Do you see that tension in your life and if so, where?5.Mrs. Leonard's whisper — "I wish you were my little girl" — is offered as a picture of what it feels like to really be welcomed by Jesus. Have you experienced Jesus' welcome? When/how?6.How can the gospel make you and our community more welcoming?

Study session scripture: Romans 9:30-10:13What shall we say, then? That Gentiles who did not pursue righteousness have attained it, that is, a righteousness that is by faith; but that Israel who pursued a law that would lead to righteousness[d] did not succeed in reaching that law. Why? Because they did not pursue it by faith, but as if it were based on works. They have stumbled over the stumbling stone, as it is written, “Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offense; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.” Brothers,my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For, being ignorant of the righteousness of God, and seeking to establish their own, they did not submit to God's righteousness. For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes. For Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. But the righteousness based on faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?'” (that is, to bring Christ down) “or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?'” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; for the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on him. For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”Study session topics:Israel's Rejection of God's Promises Israel's Unbelief (9:30-10:4) As with last time, we begin with "What shall we say then?" Points back to Paul's discussion of God's promises to Israel What follows is Paul's summation of what he laid out in Ch. 9 Paul lays out a grand irony between the Jews and Gentiles: Gentiles, on the whole, neither possessed nor pursued God's law, but they have been given an opportunity to receive God's righteousness by faith Jews, on the whole, possessed and pursued God's law for generations, yet that pursuit has not yielded the righteousness that leads to life Why did Israel fail to obtain righteousness through the law? They failed to use the law for its intended purpose: as a mirror to reveal their wickedness and point to a savior Instead, they attempted to use the law to increase their own righteousness As a result, they stumbled over the purpose of the Messiah and His teachings Paul diagnoses the issue of the Jews as being zealous for God, but being wrong about what God requires -If the Jews understood the law and its purpose rightly, they would look to Christ, "the end of the law for righteousness." What does "end" mean? Fulfillment -Culmination -TerminationGod's Message of Salvation to All (10:5-13) Paul again contrasts righteousness based on the law with righteousness based on faith He quotes Leviticus 18:5, a verse he also uses in a similar way in Galatians 3:10-14 The way of the law and the way of faith are mutually exclusive Using several Old Testament references, Paul lays out 3 different types of religion: The religion of the law (10:5) This is the religion of legalism, which Paul refuted in Ch. 7 No one can perfectly keep the law all their life The law was never meant to be a means of salvation The religion of signs (10:6-7) Here Paul references Deuteronomy 30:11-14 and recontextualizes it to refer to Christ's work, laying out several different meanings for Israel and Christians: Neither Israel nor Christians need any further word from God Neither Israel nor Christians need to do anything to bring the Messiah to them Neither Israel nor Christians should look for miracles The religion of faith (10:8-10) -This is a religion of belief and confession Belief: not mere intellectual assent, but trust, resting your hope for the future on Christ's work -Confession: several elements here "Jesus is Lord"--placing oneself under the kingship of Christ Confession with one's mouth is done before others--publicly identifying oneself with ChristConfession with one's mouth is how we share our faith with others Paul ties this passage back into his greater point on Israel's unbelief and rejection of God's promises "Everyone who believes in Him will not be put to shame" refers back to 9:38 where Paul assembles several quotes from Isaiah, all of which refer to the Messiah and come together to show both the promise of salvation and Israel's rejection of itPaul continues to hammer downs the walls between Jew and Gentile by restating what he said in 3:29-30 and universalizing Joel 2:32Study session audio: S4 E25: Romans 9:30-10:13 Download

Before we can live for one another, we must know that we are already fully known and fully received. The "one another" life doesn't begin with a call to action, it begins with an announcement. You are already home. Everything else flows from that. Romans 15:1-7 (ESV)We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.John 13:34-35 (ESV)A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”

Join Pastor Jeff as he explores the incredible truth that Jesus became our substitute, taking the punishment for our sins so we could be forgiven and restored to a relationship with God. Discover why the cross is the greatest act of love and the foundation of our salvation. 1 Peter 3:18  For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring you to God. He was put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit.

Isaiah 53:3-6,” He is despised and rejected by men, A Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. 4 Surely He has borne our griefs And carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, Smitten by God, and afflicted. 5 But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; We have turned, every one, to his own way; And the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.”Escapism is the tendency to seek distraction or relief from unpleasant realities, stress, responsibilities, or emotional discomfort. We ask, ' How may I work to get some real easy living?” "Man was made for truth, but truth is costly and mysterious. Therefore, many choose pleasure—not because it satisfies, but because it distracts."Isaiah 53:4,"Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows"JOHN 6:53-58,”53 So Jesus said to them, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in yourselves. 54 The one who eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. 55 For My flesh is true food, and My blood is true drink. 56 The one who eats My flesh and drinks My blood remains in Me, and I in him. 57 Just as the living Father sent Me, and I live because of the Father, the one who eats Me, he also will live because of Me. 58 This is the bread that came down out of heaven, not as the fathers ate and died; the one who eats this bread will live forever.”Charles Spurgeon, "Christ did not come merely that we might be better men, but that He might make us new men altogether."An invitation has been pronounced to enter into something new, different, better, the first and final plan.Faith in HIS suffering & gift.Hebrews 2:14-18,” 14 Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery. 16 For surely it is not angels that he helps, but he helps the offspring of Abraham. 17 Therefore, he had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. 18 For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”“Our bodies will break, and our blood will be spilled, but in Christ we have one who spilled the perfect blood and broke the perfect body that though we may suffer here on earth, it pales in comparison to what we have now received through one man's ultimate suffering.”ISAIAH 53 He carried our griefs He carried our sorrows He was wounded for us He was crushed for us He became all of our suffering, not for us to run & escape, but rather to stand with Him in freedom.1 PETER 3:18,”18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,”In suffering, we bring His work—not our escapePsalm 62:8 - “Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.”In suffering, we look to Christ—not inward for answersHebrews 12:2 - “Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith…”John Piper - “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him.”In suffering, we remain with Jesus—not away from HimJohn 15:4 - “Abide in Me, and I in you.”Acts 16:25 - “Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God in prison.”In suffering, we trust Jesus—not the outcomePhilippians 1:21 - “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.”Romans 8:38–39 - “Nothing… will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.”

In this eye-opening podcast, Fritz gives a behind-the-scenes look into how Wheaton, the so-called “Harvard of Christian schools,” really operates. Is this evangelical flagship college really living out its motto: “For Christ and His Kingdom”? Or are leaders seeking their own preservation and their own kingdom?

In this homily on Christ's prayer "that they may be one," Father Anthony reflects on humanity's calling to communion and the tragic ease with which sin turns even good things into instruments of division. Drawing on the example of Arius and the divisions of the modern world, he argues that the deepest fractures in society begin not in institutions but in the human heart. The healing of the world therefore begins not with self-righteous outrage or victory over enemies, but with repentance, humility, holiness, and the difficult work of learning to love one another in Christ.  Enjoy the show! --- Homily - Becoming One in Christ Sunday after Ascension John 17:1-13 Today we hear our Lord pray for His people: that they may be one. Not merely friendly, not merely cooperative, but one. And not just one in purpose or organization. He says: "that they may be one, as We are one." This is an astonishing thing. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are distinct persons, yet perfectly united in love, perfectly united in will, perfectly united in life. And this is what mankind was created for. We were not made for isolation. We were not made for hatred. We were not made for endless suspicion and division. We were made for communion. The Apostle Paul gives us another image for this mystery. He says that we are one body, with Christ Himself as the head. This is what salvation is: not merely individual forgiveness, but the healing and reunification of humanity in Christ. The Church exists so that the scattered may be gathered together. So that enemies may become brothers. So that strangers may become family. So that what sin shattered may be made whole again. But if we are honest, we know that we are not doing a very good job of this. We live in a world increasingly defined by division. And the frightening thing is how naturally division now comes to us. Even the tools that were meant to unite us become instruments of separation. Not long ago, new technologies promised to reconnect people. Families separated by distance could remain close. Old friends could reconnect. Communities could stay in touch. And for a moment, it seemed wonderful. But how quickly did sin find a way to use those same tools for anger, condemnation, mockery, tribalism, and hatred? Love creates communion. Pride creates factions. And pride is endlessly creative. We divide ourselves by politics, by class, by race, by ideology, by education, by culture, by nation, and even by theology. We define ourselves not by what we love together, but by whom we oppose. And once division takes hold, it begins to feel righteous. We become certain that we are the ones who see clearly, and everyone else is blind. This is not a new temptation. The early Church struggled with it as well. In the fourth century, a priest named Arius became convinced that he understood the mystery of Christ better than the Church herself. He read the Scriptures, formed his conclusions, and became absolutely certain that he was right. When the bishops gathered together at Nicaea and proclaimed the faith handed down through the apostles—that Christ is eternally begotten of the Father, true God of true God, of one essence with the Father—Arius refused to repent. Now it is easy for us to hear this story and imagine ourselves standing heroically with the saints. We imagine ourselves as Athanasius defending the truth. Or perhaps as Saint Nicholas rebuking heresy. But if I am honest, that is usually not who I am in the story. I am the man who justifies himself. I am the man who explains why his anger is righteous, why his condemnation is necessary, why his enemies deserve contempt, why his divisions are justified. I am the man who says: "I know how the world works. I know who is wrong. I know who is to blame." And this is where the healing must begin. Because the greatest divisions in the world do not begin in legislatures, or courts, or media, or institutions. They begin in the human heart. Sin always begins there. And sin does not remain private. We often imagine that our bitterness, our contempt, our pride, our hatred remain safely hidden within us. But they do not. Sin has consequences. Sin shapes perception. Sin distorts judgment. Sin affects families, friendships, communities, and nations. Love creates communion. Pride creates factions. And if pride rules the heart, even good things become corrupted. Policies cannot save us. Technology cannot save us. Political victories cannot save us. Because sin will always find a way to weaponize them. A divided heart creates division wherever it goes. This does not mean that justice does not matter. It does not mean that laws do not matter. It does not mean that evil should be ignored. But it does mean that the healing of the world begins somewhere much closer than we often imagine. It begins with repentance. Not the repentance of our enemies. Our own. The saints understood this. Saint Seraphim famously said: "Acquire the Spirit of peace, and thousands around you will be saved." Notice where he begins. Not with controlling the world. Not with defeating enemies. Not with forcing outcomes. But with repentance. With purification of the heart. With peace in Christ. This is incredibly liberating. Because when we look at the divisions of the world, it is easy to become overwhelmed. It is easy to think: "This can never be healed." But Christ has already shown us how healing begins. I repent of my sins. I learn humility. I learn patience. I learn how to forgive. I learn how to see my brother not as an enemy, but as someone for whom Christ died. And then grace begins to spread outward. Christ heals my heart. Then my family. Then my friendships. Then my parish. And through the lives of repentant people, the world itself begins to change. This is how the saints transformed civilizations. Not primarily through power. Not through outrage. Not through self-righteousness. But through holiness. The Lord did not command us to win every argument. He commanded us to love one another. And this love is not sentimental weakness. It is crucifixion. It is humility. It is patience. It is refusing to hate. It is the hard and holy work of becoming one in Christ. My brothers and sisters, the world is hungry for this kind of witness. Not more noise. Not more fury. Not more factions. The world is hungry for peace. For holiness. For communion. For Christ. So let us begin where the saints always begin: with repentance. "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner." And through that prayer, may Christ heal our hearts, our homes, our parish, and through them, the world. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

“After that the end will come, when he will turn the Kingdom over to God the Father, having destroyed every ruler and authority and power. For Christ must reign until he humbles all his enemies beneath his feet. And the last enemy to be destroyed is death.” (1 Corinthians 15:24–26 NLT) When we lose a loved one, there’s a time and place for mourning. The depth of our sorrow is an indication of the depth of our love for that person. But there’s also a place for rejoicing if that loved one is a believer because we know we will see them again. Even Jesus wept at the tomb of Lazarus when He saw the devastating power of death. Death is an enemy, although one whose fate is already determined. The apostle Paul wrote, “After that the end will come, when he will turn the Kingdom over to God the Father, having destroyed every ruler and authority and power. For Christ must reign until he humbles all his enemies beneath his feet. And the last enemy to be destroyed is death” (1 Corinthians 15:24–26 NLT). No one wants to die. After all, this life is all we know. No one looks forward to the end of it. But the reality is that we all will die. That’s why it’s important to put our faith in Christ before we enter eternity. It’s also important that we not lose sight of what awaits believers when we die. The Bible doesn’t offer pictorials of Heaven, but it does provide some tantalizing descriptions. Paul was given a glimpse of Heaven and tried to put his experience into words. “I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don’t know—only God knows. Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body. But I do know that I was caught up to paradise and heard things so astounding that they cannot be expressed in words, things no human is allowed to tell” (2 Corinthians 12:2–4 NLT). (We’ll explore this passage further next week in our study of 2 Corinthians.) You’ll notice that he used the word paradise to describe what he saw. Paradise is a Greek word that refers to the royal garden of a king. Think about the most beautiful garden you’ve ever seen. If you’re not into gardens, think about the most amazing sight you’ve ever laid eyes on. That’s the depiction of Heaven Paul gave. He was saying, “I don’t really have the words for it, but it was like a paradise.” As Pastor Adrian Rogers put it, “The God who sculpted the wings of the butterfly, blended the hues of the rainbow, and painted the meadows with daffodils is the same who made Heaven.” In Heaven all questions are answered, all tears are dried, and all pain is gone. Heaven is pure bliss. That’s why Paul said that he longed to be there. He saw for himself that Heaven is far, far better than earth. And that’s what all believers can look forward to. Reflection question: What are your feelings about Heaven? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! The Harvest Crusade is coming to Angel Stadium on July 11! Stay updated on all important event details. — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that should be God's will, than for doing evil. For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit … [We are saved] through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to Him. (1 Peter 3:13-18, 21b-22)

Jim Franks discusses Romans 10:4—“For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.”

2 Corinthians 5:6-8 Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord.   7 For we live by faith, not by sight. 8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. The Alwaysness of Confidence 2 Corinthians 5 For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.  2 Meanwhile we groan, longing to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling, 3 because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked.  4 For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life.  5 Now the one who has fashioned us for this very purpose is God, who has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come. 6 Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord.  7 For we live by faith, not by sight. 8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.  9 So we make it our goal to please him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it.  10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. 11 Since, then, we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade others. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also plain to your conscience.  12 We are not trying to commend ourselves to you again, but are giving you an opportunity to take pride in us, so that you can answer those who take pride in what is seen rather than in what is in the heart.  13 If we are "out of our mind," as some say, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you.  14 For Christ's love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. 15 And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. 16 So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer.  17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!  18 All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: 19 that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people's sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation.  20 We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us.   We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God. 21 God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.