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Today’s Bible Verse: "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." - Colossians 3:13 “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET YOUR HOST: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Reverend Jessica Van Roekel is an author, speaker, and worship pastor. She loves to share God’s transformative power to rescue, restore, and renew and encourage you to say yes to Him every day. She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything.Jessica and her husband have two adult daughters spreading their wings, a college-aged son, along with a daughter in high school who are fluttering their wings as they edge closer to the nest. She would love to connect with you at www.welcomegrace.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Daily Dose of Hope July 15, 2025   Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46   Prayer:  Lord God Almighty, You have given us everything.  Not only did you create the world, but you created us.  Everything we have is a gift from you.  Forgive us for when we begin to think that things are “ours.”  Soften our hearts.  Help us become more generous.  Lord, I give you my whole self.  I want to offer myself as a living sacrifice; may I be pleasing in your sight.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are currently doing a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we are finishing up Matthew 25.   We closed up our devotional yesterday by talking about the importance of earning a spiritual profit for the Kingdom.  If you recall, we read the parable of the bags of gold, also called the parable of the talents, and we talked about how God expects us to be diligent with the resources he provides us.  Afterall, everything we have is from God and he expects us to use our finances, gifts, and skills, to expand his Kingdom, to earn a spiritual profit.    But what does that look like in a very practical way?  Well, the rest of Matthew 25 gives us a picture of how God expects us to use our resources – our time, our money, our talents, and our skills.  It's the text about Jesus separating the sheep and the goats.    There are a lot of thngs about this parable that are worth mentioning.  First, Jesus is clear that the Son of Man, that would be him, will be coming in glory to judge the nations or all the people.  Some people say that Jesus will not return and others say he will not judge.  Actually, he himself says he will do both.  I think it is clear throughout the Gospels but it is also very clear right here.   What are the criteria for judgement?  It's pretty clear.  Jesus has already spoken about how he came to serve and give his life as a ransom for many (Matt. 20).  Thus, he expects us also to serve the least of these.  But we have to be very careful here.  Salvation, as we know, is a free gift that comes through faith in Jesus alone.  We have to not turn this into a lesson in works-righteousness.  The Kingdom is a gift.  Think about it.  Those who are deemed righteous in this text don't even know what they have done.  They are like, “Lord, but when did we see you hungry?”  They haven't been out there trying to earn salvation.  They have just been overflowing with the love of Jesus, doing what should come naturally to a person who follows Jesus.  Their actions are evidence that they have a relationship with a loving, compassionate, merciful God.    Scripture definitely demonstrates that Jesus strongly identifies with the poor and oppressed. Whenever we use our resources and talents to help alleviate the suffering of the poor or oppressed, then it is like we are doing it for Jesus.  But we really have to examine our hearts.  Are we trying to earn spiritual merit badges?  Are we serving out of obligation?  Are we serving or giving to feed our ego?  OR...are we serving and giving as an outpouring of the love, grace, and mercy that Jesus has shown us.  Yes, God expects us to use our resources well.  He expects us the earn a spiritual profit for the Kingdom.  But if doing so leads us to resentment and bitterness, then we have to look deep in our soul.  God loves a cheerful giver.  God wants us to want to serve him.   I guess this would be a good time to stop and just allow all of us to spend time in prayer.  First, are we working to earn a profit for the Kingdom?  If not, why?  And then, where is our heart in all of this???  Do we feel joy in serving and giving?  What is our motivation?  Let's just talk to Jesus.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

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This episode is powered by Dinner with Darnyelle “Forgiveness is not forgetting. It's deciding that your future matters more than your memory.” – Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon You can't scale with resentment in your body. You can't welcome overflow while holding onto old versions of yourself—or anyone else. In this powerful continuation of the Soul Leadership Series, Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon dismantles one of the most overlooked reasons businesses stall: unforgiveness. Whether it's a former client who ghosted you or abandoned their balance, a team member who disappointed you, or a version of yourself you keep punishing…if you're still carrying emotional residue, your business will carry it too. This isn't just personal development—it's business strategy. Because forgiveness is how you create the energetic and spiritual capacity for millions. You'll discover how emotional clutter becomes a cash flow block, how unresolved bitterness shows up in your boundaries, pricing, and leadership—and how to finally let go of what's been weighing your legacy down. This episode is sacred, strategic, and soul-activating. Because your next level won't come through your grind. It will come through your grace. You'll walk away with a a radical reframing of forgiveness as a leadership tool, a proven practice to clear emotional debt, and a permission slip to stop building your future from your past. You'll leave with the clarity, confidence, and courage to grow your business without the energetic drag of old pain. Here's the truth: You can't scale a business rooted in shame. Every unpaid invoice, disrespectful client, and missed opportunity you're still holding onto is robbing you of capacity. Forgiveness is not just spiritual—it's tactical. It's how you reclaim your power, your peace, and your profits.. Grab your Move to Millions Podcast Notebook, a pen and your favorite beverage and listen in to discover: ✔ How to implement forgiveness as a business growth strategy that unlocks overflow ✔ The top 3 hidden ways unforgiveness sabotages your leadership, boundaries, and bank account ✔How to identify and release resentment in real-time to create more emotional capacity and spiritual clarity ✔And so much more This episode is a call to release the resentment you've been dragging like dead weight. It's a call to lay down the guilt, shame, and emotional clutter that's been silently sabotaging your momentum. If you're ready to stop building your business from bitterness, this episode will show you what freedom really feels like. This is your invitation to stop punishing yourself for who you used to be and start receiving from the version of you that's finally ready for overflow. Let this be the moment you surrender what hurt you to create space for what heals you. Because forgiveness isn't weakness; it's wealth strategy. Resources Mentioned: Apply for a Soul + Strategy Conversation Move to Millions: The Proven Framework To Become a Million Dollar CEO With Grace & Ease Instead of Hustle & Grind by Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon – Get Your Copy Companion Guide for Move to Millions – Download for a detailed overview of the seven systems to seven figures. Join the Move to Millions Facebook Group for ongoing support and community engagement – Join Now Move to Millions 90-Day Business Growth Planner – Get Your Planner Scaling Secrets   Five Powerful Quotes from the Episode: “Forgiveness is the cheat code to experiencing massive abundance.” — Dr. Darnyelle “You cannot scale from shame or build while still blaming.” — Dr. Darnyelle “Unforgiveness creates energetic debt—and you keep paying interest on a story that no longer serves you.” — Dr. Darnyelle “You're punishing yourself for being who you no longer are. That ends today.” — Dr. Darnyelle “If your business is anchored in old pain, it cannot scale in peace.” — Dr. Darnyelle Questions to Ask Yourself While Listening: Who or what am I still holding hostage from a past version of the story? What unpaid energetic debt is creating a block in my business right now? Where has unforgiveness shaped my boundaries, pricing, or visibility? Have I truly forgiven myself for the decisions I made when I didn't know better? How would my business feel if I created it from peace instead of pain? Want more of Darnyelle? 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To forgive can the one that has hurt us can be one of the most difficult things we can ever do. Many struggle with the hurt left behind by the offense and struggle to move forward in life.In this message we will look at what it means to forgive and does forgiving the offender mean reconciliation? And, how can we attain the help we need from the Lord to forgive, heal, and move forward?Send us a text Support the show

Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.

Forgiveness is difficult for many of us. We can't help but hold on to the hurt and pain caused by others. Sometimes, we may think that we have forgiven someone, only to have those hurtful feelings reawaken once we remember the trauma.With Tony's experience as a therapist, and Michael's connection to the spiritual realm, today they discuss the notion of forgiveness - how it affects us, and how we can do it effectively.

Sermon Notes:· Philippians 4:4 – Rejoice in the Lord always; I will say it again, Rejoice!· Admit we are powerless.· Realize God is greater than us and he can restore us to sanity.· We make a decision to turn our will and lives over to the care of God.· We make a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.· We admit to God, ourselves, and another person the exact nature of our wrongs.· We are ready to have God remove all the defects of our souls.· We humbly ask God to remove our sins.· “How do I get him/her/them to change?”· “How do I get God to change him/her/them?”· You can't change another person· Groveling doesn't heal the relationship.· You can only change you.· You are responsible for your slice of the pie.· Matthew 7:3 – Why do you look at the speck in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?· Make a list of people we harmed and become willing to make amends to them all.· Matthew 5:23-24 – Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar and there remember your brother something against you, 24 Leave! Your gift before the altar and Go! First to be reconciled with your brother; then come, offer your gift.· Your relationships with others impacts your relationship with God.· “Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors.”· Make a list of people we have harmed.· Become willing to make amends.· They don't deserve it.· I don't want to.· God will forgive me without me making amends· Galatians 6:7: Do not be deceived; God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.· I can't think of anyone I harmed.· Luke 19:8 – Look, Lord! Here and now I give half my possessions to the poor and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.· Heavenly Father, forgive me for the harm I have done. I want to make amends. Please guide me.LIFE Group Discussion QuestionsOpener: In your opinion, why do people have a hard time admitting they have harmed someone else?1. Read Matthew 5:23-242. Notice the immediacy Jesus demands. What does this tell you about being reconciled with other people?3. In your opinion, how do broken relationships impact our relationship with God?4. In your opinion, what kind of character traits are required to leave your offering and go to be reconciled with your brother or sister?5. Read Luke 19:1-106. Is there anyone in your life that reminds you of Zaccheus?7. What does it say about Zaccheus that he is willing to make amends?8. Imagine the scene at Zaccheus' house after Jesus leaves Jericho. How many people take Zaccheus up on his offer? How do they feel about Zaccheus after he reconciles with him? How does Zaccheus collect taxes from this moment forward?

In this episode of Home School Minnesota, the hosts delve into the theme of forgiveness as a crucial aspect of biblical self-care. They discuss the importance of recognizing and addressing both the wrongs done to us and the wrongs we have committed against others. Through personal stories and biblical references, they emphasize that forgiveness is not only a command but also a pathway to healing and restoration in our relationships with God and others. The conversation highlights the need for self-forgiveness and the role of prayer in the process of healing. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to engage in a practical exercise to reflect on their own experiences with forgiveness.   Links: Mellany's blog:  https://www.sanctuaryofhome.com/ To contact MACHE: https://mache.org/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Biblical Self-Care 02:49 The Importance of Forgiveness 06:04 Restoration Through Forgiveness 08:54 Understanding Our True Enemy 11:59 The Model of Jesus in Forgiveness 14:38 The Weight of Unforgiveness 18:06 The Hooks of Unforgiveness 20:41 The Journey to Forgiveness 23:54 The Power of Forgiveness 26:45 Forgiving Those Who Have Wronged Us 29:35 Recognizing Our Own Wrongs 32:46 The Upside Down Kingdom of Forgiveness 37:03 Navigating Anger and Miscommunication 39:34 The Importance of Apology and Forgiveness 43:22 Confrontation and Communication in Relationships 46:28 Understanding Anger Towards God 51:29 Finding Hope in Grief and Loss 57:08 The Power of Forgiveness and Restoration 01:03:06 Invitation to Reflect and Forgive   forgiveness, self-care, relationships, Jesus, healing, biblical principles, emotional health, prayer, restoration, Christian podcast    

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Series: 2025 Theme - Becoming Disciples of ChristService: Sun PM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Caleb Daniels

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Today's shout-out goes to Mark Hardison from Murfreesboro, TN. Thank you for standing with us in Project23. You're helping lead people into the Word, one day at a time. This one's for you. Our text today is Mark 11:1-11: Now when they drew near to Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples and said to them, “Go into the village in front of you, and immediately as you enter it you will find a colt tied, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it. If anyone says to you, ‘Why are you doing this?' say, ‘The Lord has need of it and will send it back here immediately.'” And they went away and found a colt tied at a door outside in the street, and they untied it. And some of those standing there said to them, “What are you doing, untying the colt?” And they told them what Jesus had said, and they let them go. And they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks on it, and he sat on it. And many spread their cloaks on the road, and others spread leafy branches that they had cut from the fields. And those who went before and those who followed were shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David! Hosanna in the highest!” And he entered Jerusalem and went into the temple. And when he had looked around at everything, as it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the twelve.  — Mark 11:1-11 If Jesus wanted to signal war, he would've come on a stallion. But he chose a donkey. Why? Because the King had come, but not to conquer Rome. He came to conquer sin. This wasn't weakness. It was fulfillment. Zechariah 9:9 had prophesied it: “Behold, your king is coming… humble and mounted on a donkey.” Everything Jesus did was intentional. A war horse meant judgment. A donkey meant peace. That's the kind of King he is. Powerful enough to destroy, but humble enough to save. The people were shouting “Hosanna!”—but most of them missed what Jesus was really doing. They wanted political rescue. He came for spiritual rescue. Presently, they cheered him in as a hero. Days later, many would cry, “Crucify him.” Why? Because he didn't meet their expectations. He didn't take their side. He took over. But most still want "war horse" Jesus. We want him to charge in and fix our culture, correct our problems, defend our comfort, and affirm our plans. But he comes on a donkey—lowly, interrupting our assumptions and calling us to die to ourselves. He's not interested in sharing the throne of your heart with your politics, your preferences, or your personal agenda. Jesus doesn't just want a place in your life—he demands preeminence over it. So here's the call to action today: Are you cheering Jesus on Sunday but living for yourself by Monday? Are you praising the King with your lips but resisting his rule in your habits, finances, relationships, or priorities? Don't settle for a “safe” Savior who never challenges your comfort. That's not the real Jesus. Submit to the Lord of Lords, and bow to the King of Kings. #HumbleKing, #JesusIsKing, #Mark11 ASK THIS: Why is Jesus' choice of a donkey so surprising? What kind of King were the people expecting? Where are you tempted to treat Jesus like a helper, not a ruler? What would it look like to welcome him on his terms? DO THIS: Where am I expecting Jesus to ride in and fix something—when he's actually calling me to surrender something? PRAY THIS: Jesus, you came in humility when I expected force. Forgive me for trying to use you instead of following you. I welcome you as my King. Amen. PLAY THIS: “King of Kings.”

This Sunday we are blessed with a message from Pastor Cho on the Book of Philemon. We witness a letter from the Apostle Paul to Philemon that demonstrates how being forgiven in Christ changes us and our relationships with other people. Regardless of where we are in this life, because of His forgiveness, we can radically forgive and love one another with whole hearts. For through Jesus, we are all equally blessed and loved.

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Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ForgivenessText: Ephesians 4:32Theme: You Must Forgive Others as God Forgave You. One: The Word Meanings of Forgiveness To release To grace Two: The Divine Example of Forgiveness God graces us with the perfect righteousness of Christ God graces us wiht the substitutionary death of Christ God graces us with the everlasting life of Christ Three: The Five Elements of Forgiveness God's forgiveness is marked by grace. God's forgiveness is marked by promise. God's forgiveness is marked by release. God's forgiveness is marked by condition. God's forgiveness is marked by reconciliation. Four: The Working Definition of Forgiveness God graciously1 promises2 to release from moral liability3 the repentent sinner4 for reconciliation5. ...forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ. ~ Ephesians 4:32

Chapter 10 of the book, The Peacemaker: Jesus commands us to, "Go and be reconciled." So how does forgiveness play a role in this? Here then we see that peacemaking is rooted in a right understanding of God and the gospel.

Text Luke 5:20 Friends take a helpless paralysed man on a bed to Jesus, breaking through the roof in their determination. He healed by Jesus when his sins are forgiven.

In this, one of Jesus' most difficult teachings, He shows us that we who are forgiven by God should forgive others as we have been forgiven.

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When someone we love chooses a prodigal path, how do we respond with hope and forgiveness—even when they aren’t sorry? In this powerful episode, we revisit the parable of the prodigal son with fresh eyes, focusing not on the wayward child, but on the patient heart of the father. Featuring the remarkable testimony of Rev. Anthony Thompson, who forgave his wife’s unrepentant killer, this episode invites us to trust God’s timing, lean on His strength, and pray with perseverance for the prodigal’s return. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

LESSON 193All Things Are Lessons God Would Have Me Learn.God does not know of learning. Yet His Will extends to what He does not understand, in that He wills the happiness His Son inherited of Him be undisturbed; eternal and forever gaining scope, eternally expanding in the joy of full creation, and eternally open and wholly limitless in Him. That is His Will. And thus His Will provides the means to guarantee that it is done.God sees no contradictions. Yet His Son believes he sees them. Thus he has a need for One Who can correct his erring sight, and give him vision that will lead him back to where perception ceases. God does not perceive at all. Yet it is He Who gives the means by which perception is made true and beautiful enough to let the light of Heaven shine upon it. It is He Who answers what His Son would contradict, and keeps his sinlessness forever safe.These are the lessons God would have you learn. His Will reflects them all, and they reflect His loving kindness to the Son He loves. Each lesson has a central thought, the same in all of them. The form alone is changed, with different circumstances and events; with different characters and different themes, apparent but not real. They are the same in fundamental content. It is this:Forgive, and you will see this differently.Certain it is that all distress does not appear to be but unforgiveness. Yet that is the content underneath the form. It is this sameness which makes learning sure, because the lesson is so simple that it cannot be rejected in the end. No one can hide forever from a truth so very obvious that it appears in countless forms, and yet is recognized as easily in all of them, if one but wants to see the simple lesson there.Forgive, and you will see this differently.These are the words the Holy Spirit speaks in all your tribulations, all your pain, all suffering regardless of its form. These are the words with which temptation ends, and guilt, abandoned, is revered no more. These are the words which end the dream of sin, and rid the mind of fear. These are the words by which salvation comes to all the world.Shall we not learn to say these words when we are tempted to believe that pain is real, and death becomes our choice instead of life? Shall we not learn to say these words when we have understood their power to release all minds from bondage? These are words which give you power over all events that seem to have been given power over you. You see them rightly when you hold these words in full awareness, and do not forget these words apply to everything you see or any brother looks upon amiss.How can you tell when you are seeing wrong, or someone else is failing to perceive the lesson he should learn? Does pain seem real in the perception? If it does, be sure the lesson is not learned. And there remains an unforgiveness hiding in the mind that sees the pain through eyes the mind directs.God would not have you suffer thus. He would help you forgive yourself. His Son does not remember who he is. And God would have him not forget His Love, and all the gifts His Love brings with it. Would you now renounce your own salvation? Would you fail to learn the simple lessons Heaven's Teacher sets before you, that all pain may disappear and God may be remembered by His Son?All things are lessons God would have you learn. He would not leave an unforgiving thought without correction, nor one thorn or nail to hurt His holy Son in any way. He would ensure his holy rest remain untroubled and serene, without a care, in an eternal home which cares for him. And He would have all tears be wiped away, with none remaining yet unshed, and none but waiting their appointed time to fall. For God has willed that laughter should replace each one, and that His Son be free again.We will attempt today to overcome a thousand seeming obstacles to peace in just one day. Let mercy come to you more quickly. Do not try to hold it off another day, another minute or another instant. Time was made for this. Use it today for what its purpose is. Morning and night, devote what time you can to serve its proper aim, and do not let the time be less than meets your deepest need.Give all you can, and give a little more. For now we would arise in haste and go unto our Father's house. We have been gone too long, and we would linger here no more. And as we practice, let us think about all things we saved to settle by ourselves, and kept apart from healing. Let us give them all to Him Who knows the way to look upon them so that they will disappear. Truth is His message; truth His teaching is. His are the lessons God would have us learn.Each hour, spend a little time today, and in the days to come, in practicing the lesson in forgiveness in the form established for the day. And try to give it application to the happenings the hour brought, so that the next one is free of the one before. The chains of time are easily unloosened in this way. Let no one hour cast its shadow on the one that follows, and when that one goes, let everything that happened in its course go with it. Thus will you remain unbound, in peace eternal in the world of time.This is the lesson God would have you learn: There is a way to look on everything that lets it be to you another step to Him, and to salvation of the world. To all that speaks of terror, answer thus:I will forgive, and this will disappear.To every apprehension, every care and every form of suffering, repeat these selfsame words. And then you hold the key that opens Heaven's gate, and brings the Love of God the Father down to earth at last, to raise it up to Heaven. God will take this final step Himself. Do not deny the little steps He asks you take to Him.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

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You don't train during the battle—you train before it. You don't sharpen your sword once the enemy shows up—you sharpen it in the quiet place, where no one sees but God. Every soldier knows: preparation is everything. And God, our Commander, is not just with us in the fight—He's training us for it.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle.” — Psalm 144:1 (ESV)David didn't become a warrior the moment he faced Goliath. He was trained in the wilderness—fighting lions and bears when no one was watching. The battlefield was just where the private training became public.And the same is true for you.God trains you in the secret place. In the early morning prayer. In the Scriptures you memorize. In the worship you offer when no one else hears. Every moment in His presence is sharpening your spirit, strengthening your grip, and preparing your hands for war.You don't wait until the marriage is falling apart to learn how to fight for it. You don't wait until fear floods your heart to discover how to stand. You don't wait for an attack to learn how to pray. Training happens now.Your daily discipline is your daily weapon.And here's what's beautiful—God is the One doing the training. You don't have to figure this all out alone. He's shaping your character, forging your faith, and making sure that when the fight comes—you're not empty-handed.So don't resent the quiet seasons. Don't overlook the little battles. That daily obedience? That consistent time in the Word? That's warrior training.Question of the Day:Are you training for battle—or just reacting when it comes?Mini Call to Action:Commit 15 minutes today to prayer or Scripture—not out of routine, but as training. Ask God to sharpen you for the battles ahead.Let's Pray:Lord, thank You for training me. Forgive me when I've waited for war to prepare. Teach me to take my quiet time seriously, to let You build strength in me today for what may come tomorrow. In Jesus' name, amen.Let's Get To Work!Victory starts in private. Show up for training. God is shaping a warrior.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

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Lesson 192I Have A Function God Would Have Me Fill.It is your Father's holy Will that you complete Himself, and that your Self shall be His sacred Son, forever pure as He, of Love created and in love preserved, extending love, creating in its Name, forever one with God and with your Self. Yet what can such a function mean within a world of envy, hatred and attack?Therefore, you have a function in the world in its own terms. For who can understand a language far beyond his simple grasp? Forgiveness represents your function here. It is not God's creation, for it is the means by which untruth can be undone. And who would pardon Heaven? Yet on earth, you need the means to let illusions go. Creation merely waits for your return to be acknowledged, not to be complete.Creation cannot even be conceived of in the world. It has no meaning here. Forgiveness is the closest it can come to earth. For being Heaven-born, it has no form at all. Yet God created One Who has the power to translate in form the wholly formless. What He makes are dreams, but of a kind so close to waking that the light of day already shines in them, and eyes already opening behold the joyful sights their offerings contain.Forgiveness gently looks upon all things unknown in Heaven, sees them disappear, and leaves the world a clean and unmarked slate on which the Word of God can now replace the senseless symbols written there before. Forgiveness is the means by which the fear of death is overcome, because it holds no fierce attraction now and guilt is gone. Forgiveness lets the body be perceived as what it is; a simple teaching aid, to be laid by when learning is complete, but hardly changing him who learns at all.The mind without the body cannot make mistakes. It cannot think that it will die, nor be the prey of merciless attack. Anger becomes impossible, and where is terror then? What fears could still assail those who have lost the source of all attack, the core of anguish and the seat of fear? Only forgiveness can relieve the mind of thinking that the body is its home. Only forgiveness can restore the peace that God intended for His holy Son. Only forgiveness can persuade the Son to look again upon his holiness.With anger gone, you will indeed perceive that, for Christ's vision and the gift of sight, no sacrifice was asked, and only pain was lifted from a sick and tortured mind. Is this unwelcome? Is it to be feared? Or is it to be hoped for, met with thanks and joyously accepted? We are one, and therefore give up nothing. But we have indeed been given everything by God.Yet do we need forgiveness to perceive that this is so. Without its kindly light we grope in darkness, using reason but to justify our rage and our attack. Our understanding is so limited that what we think we understand is but confusion born of error. We are lost in mists of shifting dreams and fearful thoughts, our eyes shut tight against the light; our minds engaged in worshipping what is not there.Who can be born again in Christ but him who has forgiven everyone he sees or thinks of or imagines? Who could be set free while he imprisons anyone? A jailer is not free, for he is bound together with his prisoner. He must be sure that he does not escape, and so he spends his time in keeping watch on him. The bars that limit him become the world in which his jailer lives, along with him. And it is on his freedom that the way to liberty depends for both of them.Therefore, hold no one prisoner. Release instead of bind, for thus are you made free. The way is simple. Every time you feel a stab of anger, realize you hold a sword above your head. And it will fall or be averted as you choose to be condemned or free. Thus does each one who seems to tempt you to be angry represent your savior from the prison house of death. And so you owe him thanks instead of pain.Be merciful today. The Son of God deserves your mercy. It is he who asks that you accept the way to freedom now. Deny him not. His Father's Love for him belongs to you. Your function here on earth is only to forgive him, that you may accept him back as your Identity. He is as God created him. And you are what he is. Forgive him now his sins, and you will see that you are one with him.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

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Forgiveness according to Jesus, plus more tips on how to read a room, and if your boyfriend doesn’t budget, is that a red flag? Featured musical artist: Aaron Shust Roundtable: What Forgiveness Is and Isn’t July 7th is National Forgiveness Day, so we’re having a hopeful and practical conversation on how to walk in forgiveness as a Christian. Usually it’s a process, not just a one-time decision, but is there a “right” way to view the act of forgiving? What does the Bible say about it? We talk about how we’ve forgiven those who’ve hurt us, the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and why forgiveness matters in the first place. Forgive for Real: Six Steps to Forgiving Watch This Segment on YouTube Link to Counseling Services Send Us Your Show Ideas Leave Us a Voicemail Culture: How to Read a Room (Part 2) Have you ever gotten an incorrect read on what’s going on in a meeting, friend group or social situation? Most of us have. Whether you’re an extrovert or introvert, emotional intelligence and discernment are relational muscles to develop. Our friend Dr. Mike Bechtle is an expert in career and professional development. His tips for how to read a room, assess a situation and win in social and business environments will save you years of trial and error. In part two of our interview, Mike outlines practical steps for how to communicate appropriately both verbally and in emails, texts, on social media and more. How to Read a Room: Navigate Any Situation, Lead with Confidence, and Create an Impact at Work Inbox: My Boyfriend Doesn’t Budget Her boyfriend doesn’t have a budget, but is this a valid reason to end the relationship? A counselor weighs in. Find us on YouTube Link to Counseling Services

The "holy ego" is a trap, where it seems spiritual and is about keeping the peace, but isn't. It's ridden with guilt, one upping, and tolerating others. This perpetuates fear and judgement. Whereas the true Self, our spirit self, does not take the bait and knows none of the drama means anything at the end of the day, and how that is true Forgiveness for the sake of peace. Tune into this week's episode to learn how loving ourselves is the ultimate way to let go of others grievances. The players showing up are just a reflection of our minds. Learning to forgive has value at all levels, but it will be a happy day when we can really Forgive from a place that knows this is all a projection, that we are all innocent, and none of this suffering has any part in reality.   Listen and watch our podcast, now streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrissyatley1 To learn more about readings and coaching, with Chris and Amy, visit: https://chrisatley.com Chris Atley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisatley/ Amy Yates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectivesoul

Today's episode of Ask The Pastor features Adam Sanders, Colby Houchin, and Art Devos. Do you have questions about life? About your Christian walk? About Christianity in general? Ask The Pastor features local pastors in Scottsbluff, NE who are willing and ready to answer your questions. You get to determine the focus of Ask The Pastor, airing weekdays at 9:00am on Hope Radio 97.1FM and anytime in your podcast feed! This episode of Ask The Pastor comes from Camp Rock Ministries and their Ask The Camp Pastor, now aired on 97.1FM! Submit your questions on our website: https://www.kcmifm.com/contact Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm

Paul thought because he was paying for the wedding, he should get the final say. Turns out he's wrong and needs forgiveness from his future daughter in law.

Before we dive in today: Prayers up for everyone dealing with the aftermath of the Texas floods. The loss of life has been heartbreaking. As always, we'll work to connect you with ways to help — but only through channels where your time, money, and energy won't be wasted. Stay tuned. Today, we talk about being a victim vs being a victor in the same situations leading to the question: How important is your perspective? We also cover our usual Monday Segments. Featured Event: July 26 Canning Class in the Holler https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/product/canning-101/ Sponsor 1: LiveFree.Academy – July 12 Encore of this Year's Exit and Build Land Summit Probably the BEST presentation I've ever given. https://www.exitandbuildlandsummit.com/?aff=bf5c1cb3991a4fdad92049d73c0b50c7d86f0f7314313a50298a11efa1565b71 Sponsor 2: AgoristTaxAdvice.com/LFTN Helping entrepreneurs, homesteaders, and freedom-minded folks handle taxes the smart way. Tales from the Prepper Pantry Tried a new method for preserving Swiss chard   Second wave of cucumbers is coming in this week   Ate a frog: cleared out the storage shed (creating more space for power pantry storage instead of just piles of stuff)   Time to double down on drying herbs for tea and cooking Operation Independence Really excited about the upcoming canning class   Hosted a Hipcamper this weekend — boom! $25 earned Main Topic of the Show: Victim or Victor First let's look at what a victim is - or rather signs that you are acting like a victim and therefore bringing more negative upon yourself: Overusing the term "I can't" Explaining to friends all the things that went wrong or worked against you EVERY time you get together. Obsessing on what other people think about you, say about you, did to you - or are doing to you to undermine you Telling yourself you'll never get X because Y happened - over and over - this is a message that will come true when you say it - you are the story you tell yourself Focus on the causes of your current troubles rather than the things that can solve problems. And what does the victor look like? Takes rabid responsibility for their part in their own troubles (John Bush on self reflection, Buying things with a credit card to satisfy the instant gratification monkey, Friend with a violent husband removing herself from access, etc.) Controls their reaction to bad things to make the best of it - but not in a fake toxic positivity way. (Macchu Picchu) Focuses on what they CAN control (this one hurts for a reforming political junkie) Sees obstacles as challenges rather than insurmountable roadblocks Gains self worth internally, not from the feedback of others (and therefore cares not what people say about them or if people are trying to undermine them) A victor will ask - how can I? A victim will say I can't. That is the biggest difference between the two. So how do you become a victor when you are stuck as a victim? Recognize where you are - that is the first step to owning your future Shift your mindset from being helpless to proactive, rabid responsibility Know what you cannot control, and embrace that you can control your reaction to it Kill the negative thoughts and paranoia and ask yourself - How can i? Forgive - forgive yourself, forgive those around you - but it is ok to NOT forget6. Set boundaries to keep yourself building your future rather than getting stuck in past, unhealthy cycles. That choice — to build forward instead of staying broken — is what changes everything. Make it a great week. GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.  Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

According to Attorney General Pam Bondi it is now found out that the said "Epstein Client List" NEVER EXISTED. Just like that it disappeared, "nuff said, let's move on, Also told that the official narrative of Epstein's suicide is as stated, not foul play. That according to the hero Dan Bongino.The Big Beautiful Bill got passed. The contents may be Big beautiful... BS if you examine that it raises the debt ceiling, allow $4T in spending and increases possible inflation.We examine and talk about these two topics. Forgive me for speaking through my inferior recording device. My equipment is still in storage.

Welcome to Spitting Nonsense—where two self-proclaimed amateurs, Jasmine and Zach, chat about all things nerdy (and plenty that's not). None of this is fact, but it's definitely our brand of nonsense! We're still recording regularly—no promises on hitting exact days anymore—but you can always count on us for plenty of off-the-wall commentary. And now, you can leave comments on Spotify! Tell us what's on your mind; we see every comment and might even respond on the show. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the nonsense!

summaryIn this conversation, Ms. G emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself amidst life's challenges. She shares practical tips for self-care, including starting the day with prayer, surrounding oneself with positive people, celebrating small accomplishments, and taking time for personal reflection. Ms. G encourages listeners to prioritize their mental and emotional well-being by setting boundaries and choosing peace over chaos.Takeaways:Be intentional about being good to yourself.Start each day with prayer and gratitude.Surround yourself with positive, uplifting people.Celebrate small accomplishments as victories.Take care of your physical health by staying hydrated and eating well.Forgive yourself for mistakes and learn from them.Make time for relaxation and self-care activities.Consider taking solo trips to recharge and reflect.Set boundaries to protect your peace and well-being.Prioritize your mental health and personal growth.titlesEmbracing Self-Kindness in a Busy WorldPractical Tips for Self-Care and KindnessSound Bites"Be kind to yourself.""Choose peace over chaos.""Protect your peace."

Emma and Jake are newlyweds and she learned the hard way that you don't TELL your spouse what to do… you're supposed to ask them nicely!

We explore the depths of repentance and divine forgiveness in Islam, discovering how one can continuously seek and receive Allah's boundless Mercy.

Daily Dose of Hope July 8, 2025   Scripture - Matthew 22:23-46   Prayer:  Lord Jesus, We come before you this morning, thanking you for a new day.  Lord, you are good and we rejoice in your holy and powerful name.  As we begin our day, Lord, help us focus on you.  Help us set aside our scattered thoughts and focus on your Word and what you want us to learn today.  We get so distracted and self-consumed.  Forgive us for that, Lord.  In these next few moments of silence, help us have laser focus on your voice... In Your Powerful Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we finish up with Matthew 22.    In this chapter, we see the Pharisees and Sadducees are trying to trick Jesus. They are desperately trying to trap him in his words so they can discredit him and/or arrest him. These teachers of the law feel like Jesus is destroying the very fabric of their religious faith. He certainly is turning everything upside down!   The first part of today's passage is addressing Levirate marriage.  The Sadducees, the intellectual aristocracy of the day, did not believe in resurrection.  They were pressing Jesus on the topic, hoping to make him look foolish.  If you will recall from Mark, levirate law was intended to protect widows without a male heir.  When a brother died, leaving his wife without children, a surviving brother marries the widow with the sole intention of producing an heir.  If a son is conceived, he is actually considered to be the deceased brother's child.  In ancient near-East culture, a widow without any connection to a male would either starve or be forced to beg or prostitute herself.    Thus, the Sadducees question makes a little more sense even though it is a bit absurd.  A woman's husband dies and she marries a brother.  That brother dies and she marries another brother and so forth until she has been married to all seven brothers.  Then she dies.  Whose wife will she be at the resurrection?  Keep in mind, they ask this question knowing that they think the resurrection is false.    Jesus basically tells them they are missing the point. In the resurrection, our bodies will be different – perfect and glorious.  There will also be a change in our spiritual nature.  Jesus is saying that in regard to marriage and sexual matters, we will be like the angels (note that he did not say we will be angels but we will be like them.)    But the Sadducees were mistaken so significantly not because of this absurd question but because they didn't believe in the resurrection.  This is a fundamental aspect of Jesus' teaching and they missed it entirely.    The next part of today's Scripture is in regard to the greatest commandment.  Keep in mind, when asking about which commandment is greatest, the expert in the law is hoping to engage in some kind of debate. But the commandment Jesus chose was not one that could be open for debate–it was a commandment recited by pious Jews each and every day, Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. But then, Jesus adds something new, as he often does. He says...and the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself.   A person cannot love God and treat their neighbor poorly. Love of God is not an intellectual or abstract claim. Rather, love of God is expressed in the way we love others. I John 4:20 speaks to this truth, Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. What's interesting to me here is that Jesus says that the law and the prophets hang on these two commandments. If one loves God wholeheartedly, then they will observe the law. If someone loves God wholeheartedly, they will care for others as well. The prophets often proclaimed the need to worship God sincerely (not just go through the motions) and take care of those who were oppressed. One cannot split hairs about observing the Sabbath but then cheat your neighbor in the marketplace. Love of God and neighbor are intricately connected. This was true 2000 years ago and it's true today.   Think about this past week. How have you demonstrated love of God? What about love of neighbor?   In the final portion of today's Scripture, rather than allowing the Pharisees to try to entrap him, Jesus asks the hard question.  He asks the group, “What do you think of the Messiah? Whose son is he?”  They immediately respond, “The son of David.”  How then, Jesus asked, could David call him by the Spirit ‘Lord' when he said, “The Lord said to my Lord, ‘Sit at my right hand, until I put your enemies under your feet”' (Psalm 110:1). “If David”, Jesus said, “Calls him ‘Lord,' how can he be his son?” The Pharisees were unable to answer and “from that day on no one dared to question him any longer”. Jesus point was missed.  Of course, Jesus had descended from David. He was the Son of God.  He was the Messiah, the one the Jews had been waiting for, for hundreds of years.  He was right before their eyes and they were missing it.  Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

In this week’s episode of the Summer Q&A Series, Nicole answers a deeply personal and universally relevant listener question: “How do you repair a relationship when trust has been broken—and you know you’ll never accept their point of view?” With pastoral care, biblical grounding, and hard-earned wisdom, Nicole unpacks the spiritual and emotional nuance of reconciliation. Drawing from Matthew 18 and the parable of the unforgiving servant, she explores what it means to truly forgive someone from the heart—and how that differs from rebuilding trust or restoring a broken relationship. Nicole challenges the common myth that forgiveness equals relational closeness, and instead introduces a framework for discerning when and how to rebuild a relationship. Listeners will walk away with clarity, compassion, and a path forward for their most complex relational wounds. Main Takeaways Forgiveness and Reconciliation are not the same: You can forgive someone fully without restoring the relationship to what it once was. Forgiveness is about release: Releasing the debt someone owes you doesn't mean ignoring the pain or pretending it didn’t happen. Trust Must Be Rebuilt: Trust after betrayal requires mutual effort—both people must be willing to rebuild from their side of the breach. Respect is the Minimum Requirement: You don’t need to share the same worldview to have a relationship—but both parties must be willing to listen and respect one another. Relationships exist on a spectrum: Not every relationship needs to be fully restored. Some may be repositioned to a more distant—but still loving—place. Scripture challenges us to forgive radically: Jesus’ parable in Matthew 18:21–35 underscores the magnitude of the forgiveness we've received—and the forgiveness we're called to extend.

Teacher: Adam Just Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect   Chapters (00:00:01) - Heal My Soul(00:04:14) - Grief Share: Get Up, Up Again(00:08:39) - Middle School Serve: What Keeps You Going(00:10:52) - God Moments on the Summer Camp(00:21:04) - As the Train of Your Own Fills this Temple(00:29:13) - The 4th of July(00:35:54) - The Lord's Prayer(00:39:42) - The Forgiving of Others in the Amidah Prayer(00:47:41) - Forgiveness of God(00:51:34) - Forgive the Sins of Others 77 Times(00:59:43) - 4 Pieces of Forgiveness in the Bible(01:04:52) - Letter D. Forgiveness is difficult for us to receive(01:12:00) - Crucifixion and Communion

Purposeful prayer includes repentance. Forgive us our sins, help us to forgive others, because while we are at odds with creation we can't hope for petitions to be heard or granted.If we want God to hear and provide, we can't make requests with sin-filled hearts.Asking God to help you forgive others is a recognition of our spiritual weakness. Refusing forgiveness is a spiritual weakness.Our sin accrued a debt. Christ paid that debt. And so God is faithful to forgive.Matthew 6:12 is about your relationship with God.You have a debt. Christ paid the debt. God erased and continues to erase the debt while the Spirit tries to keep you out of debt.Forgiveness is free. Fellowship comes at a cross.Proof of your relationship with God is a merciful disposition.Matthew 6, Mark 11:24-25, James 1:13-14, 1 John 1:9, Ephesians 4:32, Romans 5:8, Romans 12:19-20

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comRomans 13 Identifying marks of a Christian include a proper attitude toward civil authorities, a passionate love for fellow believers, and a disciplined readiness for Christ's return. Regarding authority, God's people recognize that He establishes all governments, and submission to them is obedience to Him, so long as sin is not involved. Paying taxes and honoring leaders are hallmarks of a faithful life. Moreover, great honor and care are shown to fellow believers. Love does no harm to a neighbor, particularly those of the faith. This shared faith is connected to trust in Christ's return. Therefore, God's people live with urgency and awareness, setting aside deeds of darkness and donning the armor of light. In every aspect, they are diligent to serve Jesus and make no provision for the sins of the flesh. Christianity is profoundly counter-cultural. Many worldly individuals resist the constraints of authority in favor of self-will. However, the children of God submit fully to the Father, even when it means obeying local governments, as we trust in God's power to accomplish good through them. Our attitude toward the government reflects our faith. We show honor wherever God instructs, including to fellow Christians. Guided by God's love, we embrace our brethren in all circumstances and extend Christ-like affection to everyone. We also resist worldly influences and honor God by managing our desires, attitudes, and impulses, being careful to deny the flesh daily. Each day brings believers one step closer to seeing Jesus, and this expectation affects every aspect of our lives. Sovereign Father, thank You for establishing order through governing authorities and for the freedoms we enjoy in our country. Help us to cultivate holiness in our outlook and to submit to leadership with humility, integrity, and complete trust in You. Fill our hearts with hope and gratitude, and teach us to manifest those qualities in how we love one another. We pray for wisdom to live out Christ's law of love, making moral, sober choices so that we are always prepared to meet our King. Forgive our sins of the flesh as we eliminate provisions for sin and choose holiness. Thought Questions: -       What is the right attitude toward governing authorities? What do we teach people about faith when we pay taxes and honor officials?   -       “Love does no wrong to a neighbor.” Is there ever a good reason to mistreat someone? How important is our treatment of others to the Lord?  -       What does it mean to “make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lust”? How do you apply this passage to things like “strife and jealousy”?

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comRomans 12 The mercies of the Lord fuel the spirit of believers. In God's honor, Christians offer their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, as a daily and ongoing act of worship. They refuse to conform to the patterns of this world but renew their minds, determined to show that the will of God is “good and acceptable and perfect.” This is not a lonely or selfish effort, as disciples recognize their role in the body of Christ. Each child of God has a function to fulfill in the fellowship of believers, exercising their gifts for the benefit of the group. Devotion to actions of love, encouragement, and hospitality shape their lives. Christians seek peace with all people and strive to overcome evil with good in every situation.  As members of the body of Christ, each of us submits our entire life, both spirit and body, to the Lord. This means finding ways to fulfill God's will every day. The world encourages pride and self-centeredness, but God challenges us to be different and humbly committed to uplifting the body of believers. We must discover our gifts and use them, whether in service, teaching, exhortation, giving, leadership, or mercy. God also calls for devotion, sacrificial contributions, and hospitality. We rejoice with the joyful and comfort the afflicted. The ungodly actions of others must not distract us from our work of peacemaking or from acts of kindness, as we overcome evil by doing God's good will in this world.  Merciful God, thank You for redeeming us from condemnation and setting us apart as Your people. Help us understand the responsibility we bear as consecrated members of Your Son's body. We will humbly acknowledge our gifts and use them for the betterment of Your people. We will reject evil and do what is good. Forgive us for our moments of selfishness and strengthen us to be devoted to one another, supporting each other through the ups and downs of this life. Teach us to remain peaceable in all situations, demonstrating that Your way is best in everything we do. Thought Questions: -       What does it mean to present your body as a living and holy sacrifice? How is this “your spiritual service of worship” to God?  -       What are the gifts or talents God has given you to be employed in helping fellow believers? In what way are you currently using them? -       “Never pay back evil for evil to anyone.” How do you respond when someone hurts you? Why should you seek peace and be kind whenever possible?

A Prayer to Love One AnotherJesus commands us to “love one another as I have loved you.” In today's prayer podcast, we explore what it means to love deeply and sacrificially—even in painful and inconvenient moments. We also look to the example of the early church in Acts, where believers were marked by radical unity and generosity.Today’s prayer is by Rachael Adams based on John 13:34-35. Reference: John 13:34-35 Prayer: Father, thank you for modeling what it was like to love your disciples. I'm grateful for the example of the early church. Forgive me for acting in ways contrary to your nature. Help me to see the burdens in front of me and act to meet those needs with the resources and gifts you've given me. I pray for unity and a spirit of generosity to invade our community. When people are watching me, may they only see you. In Jesus' name, amen. LINKS: Follow along on social media: @everydayprayerspodcast Follow Rachael Adams, https://rachaelkadams.com/ Get today's devotion and prayer in written form to keep for future use! Support the ministry with your $5 monthly gift through Patreon. Discover more Christian podcasts at LifeAudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at LifeAudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We watched Materialists. We have thoughts. Emily K doesn't know if she liked the movie but she DOES like built-in bookshelves.

Rebecca Lynn Howard stormed into country music with “Forgive,” a powerhouse ballad that turned heads and proved her voice was the real deal. Not long after, Trisha Yearwood heard her play a song and asked to cut it on the spot—years later, they’d co-write Trisha’s latest single, “Girls Night In.” Rebecca went on to form The Loving Mary Band, which became Steven Tyler’s personal band—showing she could crush it in any genre, on any stage. But behind the music was a deeper journey: grieving her father, reclaiming her health, and coming back stronger than ever. Her new album, “I’m Not Who You Think I Am,” is raw, real, and full of hard-won truth. This is Rebecca—bold, honest, and completely unforgettable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.