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Korie Robertson is taking steps to restore something generationally important that many modern families seem to have lost: the intentional work of keeping families connected. She puts a name to that work — “kinkeeping” — as the guys and Korie look at the Robertson family's own traditions and the importance of passing faith, stories, and family life forward. Jase opens up about missing Phil daily, why working the family land still makes him feel close, and teaming up with Willie to give Zach a hard time over a squabble that becomes a full-fledged family pile-on. For more on building a lasting family legacy, check out Unashamed's conversation with Hobby Lobby CEO David Green: https://youtu.be/JrHYzYOpdAs?si=Cu4rFIfU88feeFlt In this episode: James 1:5; James 1:27; James 4:1–3; Matthew 5; Matthew 7:1–11; Proverbs 26:17; Romans 8:24–25; Genesis 1:28; Genesis 12; Genesis 26; Exodus 1:1–7; Matthew 9; Luke 20; John 7; Acts 15; 1 Corinthians 15; Matthew 25 “Unashamed” Episode 1410 is sponsored by: https://branchbasics.com - Get 15% OFF the Premium Starter Kit with code UNASHAMED. https://duckstamp.com/unashamed - Get your digital duck stamp online and keep it right on your phone! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ - Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters 00:00 Willie Twists Jase & Zach's Argument 04:05 Al Reflects on a Robertson Family Funeral 07:05 What Jesus Really Meant by “Do Not Judge” 15:20 When Judgment Turns People Into Enemies 21:15 ‘Right' Beliefs Alone Won't Transform You 26:20 Does Your View of God Change Everything? 31:00 Korie Introduces the Lost Art of “Kinkeeping” 36:35 Why Keeping Families Together Takes Intention 40:05 Jase Opens Up About Missing Phil 45:15 Robertson Legacy Lives Beyond One Generation 50:10 Why the Enemy Targets the Family - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The church didn't begin with human strength—it began with the power of God. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Acts. In this episode, Paul walks through the launch of the church at Pentecost, reminding us that when Jesus calls us to His work, He doesn't leave us to do it alone but gives us the presence and power we need to accomplish what He has called us to do.To hear more studies from the book of Acts, visit PaulTripp.com/Acts.

In “I Got the Power,” Pastor Chad Veach concludes the freedom series by teaching that believers cannot live free through their own strength—they need the power of the Holy Spirit. Freedom is received, learned, and fought for, but the ability to stay free comes from God. Drawing from Acts 1, Pastor Chad explains that Jesus told His disciples not to begin their mission until they had received the Holy Spirit's power. The Holy Spirit is not an optional part of following Jesus; He is essential for overcoming the addictions, unforgiveness, lust, greed, comparison, and other chains that try to pull us back into bondage. Pastor Chad describes this relationship in two ways: “The Holy Spirit is in me for me” and “The Holy Spirit is on me for others.” Within us, the Holy Spirit teaches, guides, comforts, convicts, strengthens, transforms, and continually points us toward Jesus. Upon us, He gives spiritual gifts that enable us to serve and strengthen others. As Pastor Chad puts it, “The Holy Spirit is in me to form Jesus in me. He is on me so that Jesus flows from me.” Ultimately, freedom isn't meant to end with us. God sets us free for worship, relationship, and mission. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to take the freedom they've received into their everyday lives, allowing God to use ordinary conversations, relationships, workplaces, and unexpected encounters to reach others. The challenge is to surrender control and say, “Here I am, your servant. Use me as you see fit.” When we depend on the Holy Spirit, we don't simply experience freedom ourselves—we become people God can use to help others find freedom too.

Send us Fan MailGet your free Episode Guide! Request the one-page guide—complete with Bible Interaction Tool Exercises to walk you through Acts 16 on your own—at michellenezat.com/543download. Already a subscriber? Check your inbox; it's already there.What does surrender actually look like when life falls apart?This week we let Katy Nichole's "Have Your Way" lead us into Acts 16, where two very different people end up praying the same prayer: "Lord, have Your way in me." From Lydia—a successful businesswoman whose heart the Lord opened—to a jailer at the edge of despair, we watch God move first and hearts respond.In this episode, you'll:Read Acts 16 in context (Acts 15–17) and follow Luke's timelineStep into the world of first-century Philippi—a Roman colony with a riverside place of prayerSee worship become a witness as Paul and Silas sing hymns with untended woundsLearn to turn your observations into prayer over the people you loveWhether your story looks like Lydia's or the jailer's, the same gospel saves—and the Lord is still opening hearts.

What if the secret to greater joy isn't getting more—but giving more? Pastor Jeff Schreve unpacks Jesus' surprising words from Acts 20:35 and reveals how generosity transforms our relationship with God and others. Learn the dangers of giving with the wrong motives, the blessings that follow a surrendered life, and why some of the happiest Christians are the ones who give the most.

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Gush Moments admin Mon, 08/31/2026 - 12:00am Every marriage needs those gush moments, those moments when you affirm your spouse. Acts of kindness and showing affection are vital to a vibrant marriage.

From the wilds of Wyoming , all 3 Book Girls together in one house to discuss road trips, celebrity losses, and of course, books! This week we feature: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Acts of Violet by Margarita Montimore Make Nice by Ryan Effgen

Acts 19 reminds us that spiritual warfare is real. Satan and demons are actively working to deceive, tempt, and draw people away from God, but followers of Jesus do not need to live afraid. Jesus has already defeated the enemy, and through Christ we have everything we need to stand firm. The invitation is to live awake to the enemy's schemes, confident in Jesus's authority, and dependent on prayer, God's Word, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

“The same [a demon-possessed servant girl] followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the most high God, which shew unto us the way of salvation.” (Acts 16:17) Paul... More...

Jesus commands us to make disciples. Therefore we must become disciples, as defined in the Bible, of Jesus. The story of the Acts 2:42 church gives us a beautiful picture of disciples of Jesus living In community together. Paul's letter to the Colossians shows us the way to live a full and abundant life as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

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Acts 18 tells us what happened during Paul's eighteen months in Corinth. First Corinthians tells us what was happening inside him while it did. In this message we look at both.Corinth was built on strength, beauty, eloquence, and success. Hide your weakness, show off your best, win at all costs. Paul arrives as the most credentialed missionary of his day and instead of booking the biggest venue, he finds a leather shop and goes to work. He later writes that he came in weakness, with fear and trembling, resolved to know nothing but Christ crucified. That wasn't a strategy that failed. A performed gospel produces performed converts, and a faith built on performance collapses the moment a better show comes to town.We also sit with what Jesus says to Paul in the middle of the night: do not be afraid, keep speaking, I am with you, I have many people in this city. Courage isn't a temperament. It comes from seeing who is with you.

Prayer is more than asking God for help—it changes us, strengthens us, and invites the power of God into impossible situations. In the final message of the God Encounters series, we look at Acts 4 and discover what happened when the early church prayed in the middle of opposition. The place was shaken, believers were filled with the Holy Spirit, boldness was released, and the church was united in heart and purpose. This message is a powerful reminder that prayer still matters. When God's people pray, God moves—and everything changes.

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Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Forgotten Word of ChristianityMatthew 11:20-241. Repentance is the first word of the Gospel• Repentance is an inward conviction, produced by the Holy Spirit, that demonstrates itself inoutward action.• Matthew 4:17Why is repentance so important...a) the Gospel requires it• Acts 2:37-38b) it is necessary for forgiveness• Luke 24:45-47c) it is evidence of true conversion• Matthew 3:1, 7-8d) It involves turning from and turning to• Acts 26:19-202. Revelation makes repentance necessary, v. 20-21• Romans 1:19-203. Repentance gets you ready for judgement, v. 24• Acts 17:30-31• 2 Corinthians 5:21Mental worship...1. Why do you think Jesus, John the Baptist and the Gospel make such a big deal out ofrepentance?2. Is there anything you keep apologizing for that you actually need to repent of and from?3. Do you see your sin more as an expression of your badness or an offense to God'sgoodness?4. Do you think more about your sin or the fact that you are righteous?5. Did you hear anything today that angered you, convicted you, made you curious or affirmedBe sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Acts 18:23-19:1 - Mighty in The Scriptures - Pastor Dan Plourde - 8/30/26MESSAGE NOTES:http://www.calvaryword.com/Acts2026/a1472.pdf

How does someone in Jesus live? Life can be challenging, and we are guaranteed to suffer many hardships. But as we are reminded in Acts 14, we don't have to be surprised. Because of Jesus, you're okay; remember who you are. He can steady you in the midst of a world that shakes us. Where is God inviting you to remember this and to speak courage into others? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49657413RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.orgBLOG: https://www.canyonridge.org/blog

In week four of Almost to All In, we're talking about moving from almost surrendered to going all in with Jesus. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian man in Acts 8, we see how God positions ordinary people for extraordinary impact, how the Good News of Jesus truly is for everyone, and why obedience doesn't have to wait until we have everything figured out. For those who have put their faith in Jesus but have almost taken the step of baptism, the invitation is simple: stop waiting for someday. Believe first. Baptism next. It's time to respond to God's grace and go all in.

A silversmith's profits are threatened by the gospel, so he starts a riot. What is money revealing about your idols?Before the crowd in Ephesus ever shouted about worship, Demetrius the silversmith was already talking about profit. In this message from Acts 19:21-41, Pastor Talaat McNeely traces what happens when the gospel does not just change what a city believes, but changes what that city buys, builds, and protects. This one is for anyone building a business, a brand, or a dream, and wondering whether money or mission is really sitting in the driver's seat of their life.In this episode, you will discover:Why the loudest reaction in Ephesus started as a threat to profit long before anyone mentioned worshipHow to spot when what looks like conviction is really just fear of losing what already worksWhy chasing every open opportunity is not the same as chasing what God actually assigned youThe real story behind why Pastor Talaat and Prophetess Tai walked away from their company, His and Her Money, to plant Purpose City ChurchOne simple question to ask when you cannot tell if money or mission is really driving youThis message walks through Acts 19:21-41 in the New Living Translation.If this one challenges you to check what is really driving your decisions, hit subscribe or follow so you never miss a message from the Unstoppable series.Purpose City Church, Aurora, IL. We would love to have you join us in person or online. Follow along and learn more at https://www.purposecitychurch.com/

What are we here for? A meaningful life requires a satisfying answer to that question. In this sermon we explore the purposes for which God created the world and consider why “the chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy him forever.”

Acts 19 reminds us that spiritual warfare is real. Satan and demons are actively working to deceive, tempt, and draw people away from God, but followers of Jesus do not need to live afraid. Jesus has already defeated the enemy, and through Christ we have everything we need to stand firm. The invitation is to live awake to the enemy's schemes, confident in Jesus's authority, and dependent on prayer, God's Word, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Pastor Andy Cass Are you a person of peace? We all want peace, but wanting peace and becoming a peaceful person are two different things. TEXT: Philippians 4:7, Galatians 5:22–23, Acts 7:54–60, Daniel 3:16–25, Hebrews 13:5, Luke 10:3–9, Matthew 5:38–45 NOTES: Pitstop #1 — The Peace of God // Peace is fruit. It isn't something we manufacture or earn. It's something the Holy Spirit produces within us. Pitstop #2 — Peace That Transcends Understanding // God's peace isn't limited to peaceful circumstances. Peace in prison. Peace in suffering. Peace in the fire. Peace in everyday pressure. Pitstop #3 — Peace Will Guard You // Where there is fruit, there is a tree. If you want peace, plant yourself where peace grows and stay there long enough for God to form you into a person of peace. THE PROBLEM- We all want peace, but we have not adopted the practices of a peaceful person. THE PLAN- Peace is a community garden project. PLANT yourself around people of peace. PRUNE what God reveals needs to change. PRODUCE + PROTECT what God is growing in you. BIG IDEA- Be grafted TODAY where you want to PRODUCE TOMORROW. ⸻ Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching

We begin this episode with a deep look at the book of Acts and the distinction between “a certain man,” “a certain Jew,” and “a certain disciple.” We examine Ananias and Sapphira, their judgment in Acts 5, and the broader biblical questions surrounding salvation, sin, holiness, and the assurance of the believer.From there, we turn to the news and culture, including the Lindsay Clancy case, Minnesota politics and election integrity, state government audits, the upcoming midterms, the WNBA and changing cultural values in sports, the Toronto Tempo controversy, and the growing influence of Islam on American culture.These are difficult subjects, but Christians shouldn't be afraid to examine them. Scripture gives us a foundation for understanding not only our salvation, but also the culture and world we are living in.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Try the BibleACTS app!: https://bibleacts.goodbarber.app/subscribe Shop "Cut to the Heart" apparel: https://cut2theheart.com In this episode, we continue our verse-by-verse study through **Acts 13**, where Paul and Barnabas are set apart by the Holy Spirit and sent out to preach the gospel. In this study, we discuss: * The Holy Spirit calling Paul and Barnabas to ministry * Fasting, prayer, and being sent out by the Church * Paul confronting Elymas the sorcerer * Paul's powerful sermon in Antioch * How Israel's history points to Jesus as the promised Savior * Forgiveness and justification through faith in Christ * The response of both Jews and Gentiles to the gospel * Opposition, persecution, and continuing faithfully in God's mission Acts 13 shows the gospel advancing into new territory as ordinary believers obey the leading of the Holy Spirit. Even when the message brings opposition, Paul and Barnabas continue boldly proclaiming Jesus and making Him known. Watch, listen, and grow in your faith — and subscribe for more verse-by-verse Bible teaching, podcast discussions, and biblical commentary. #Acts13 #BibleStudy #Paul #Barnabas #Gospel #MissionaryJourney #EarlyChurch #BibleCommentary #ChristianPodcast #VerseByVerse

God expects us to move forward based on what we already know, while remaining sensitive to the Holy Spirit's direction along the way. Paul and his team were actively pursuing their mission and making plans based on their understanding of what God had called them to do, but they were willing to change direction when the Holy Spirit redirected them toward Macedonia. In the same way, we should make wise decisions, and do what we know to do, while staying flexible enough for the Holy Spirit to interrupt our plans and adjust our direction. Following God is not always about knowing the entire plan in advance; it is about moving forward in faith and trusting the Holy Spirit to guide us as we go. __________ Acts 16:6-10 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________    

It's Thursday, August 27th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Haitian gang members killed 50 people in church Gang members attacked a church in Haiti on Sunday, killing nearly 50 people. Displaced people were sheltering in the building of Church of the Ark of the New Covenant. The evangelical church is located near Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. Up to 90 percent of the area is controlled by gangs. The gang members killed 47 people and injured another 22 people.  Please pray for Christians in Haiti who face much of the widespread gang violence in the country.  In John 10:10, Jesus said, “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” Germany first country to display Muslim prayer times on official signs Evangelical Focus reports a German town became the first in the country to display Muslim prayer times on its official signs. The municipality of Penzberg previously listed Sunday service times for the Catholic and Lutheran parishes in town. Signage now includes prayer times for the local mosque established in 1990. Muslims with a migrant background make up about eight percent of Germany's population, up from five percent in 2016. New U.S. economic sanctions against Iran The Trump administration announced aggressive economic sanctions against Iran on Monday.  Operation Economic Outcast aims to cut Iran's financial connections with the rest of the world. The sanctions will also affect any country doing business with the regime.  Listen to comments from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. BESSENT: “We want to make clear here today that no one is above the reach of U.S. sanctions. That if they facilitate transactions and are part of the ecosystem that turns Iranian oil into money, into repression, they will be targeted.” Facebook/Instagram pay $18 billion over addictive algorithms for kids Meta Platforms agreed to pay up to $18 billion over the next decade in a settlement announced yesterday. Nearly every U.S. state accused the social media company of designing its platforms to be addictive to children. The tech giant is being held accountable for the role its platforms played in undermining children's mental health. These platforms include Facebook and Instagram.  California will get the largest sum of $1.5 billion, but several other states will still collect hundreds of millions of dollars each over the decade. The money will be used to pay for legal fees, mental health care for children, after-school programs, and education about the risks of social media use. According to the Associated Press, Meta will eliminate push notifications during weekday school hours and bring in “robust” age-assurance measures and “age-appropriate” content controls to prevent bullying and harmful material about eating disorders and self-harm. The case also argued that Meta violated federal laws by routinely collecting data on children under 13 without their parents' consent. As part of the settlement, Meta agreed to limit teenagers' use of Instagram and Facebook to a couple of hours a day. 1,235 assisted suicide deaths in California last year The state of California reported 1,235 assisted suicide deaths last year. The death toll is up nearly 150 percent over the past five years.  The California End of Life Option Act allows adults, expected to live six months or less, to obtain life-ending drugs. The state has authorized the deaths of at least 6,758 people since the law went into effect in 2016. 3 California homeschoolers sue over prohibition from participation Three homeschool families petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court last week after California excluded them from a state program. Some of California's tuition-free charter schools allow homeschool academy programs. However, families cannot use state funds from these charter schools for religious curriculum.  In one case, the state rejected a grammar exercise simply because it used the sentence: “God sends the rain to help plants grow.”  Acts 14:17 says God “did not leave Himself without witness, in that He did good, gave us rain from Heaven and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.” Protestant churches are multigenerational Most Protestant churches report being multigenerational.  A survey from Lifeway Research found 91 percent of churchgoers agree their church has a good number of active members from all generations. Seventy-eight percent of pastors also agree.  Being multigenerational was more frequently reported by pastors of larger churches, younger pastors, and evangelical pastors.  Dolly Parton, who died at 80, championed a false gospel And finally, PARTON:  “Workin' 9 to 5, what a way to make a livin' Barely gettin' by, it's all takin' and no givin'” Dolly Parton, the country singer, actress, and businesswoman, died peacefully at her home in Nashville, Tennessee on Tuesday. She was 80 years old. Known as the Queen of Country, the singer-songwriter is among one of the best-selling music artists of all time.  She wrote and sang this song in 1974 which Whitney Houston would later famously cover.  PARTON: “And I will always love you I will always love you.” Parton grew up in a Pentecostal church and described herself as a person of faith.  PARTON: “My grandpa was a preacher. So, my grandpa pastored this little church called the House of Prayer. He was a very positive, uplifting person. And I learned to love Jesus, and learned that Jesus loved me when I was a little bitty kid. “And all those things that Mama used to say, you know, that through God all things are possible. I kept all those things kind of tucked away into my subconscious mind and in my heart. And those are the things that have helped me through the years. I never do anything that I don't pray about it, and I always ask God to lead me and to show me and direct me into what I'm doing.” She was married to her husband Carl Thomas Dean for nearly 60 years until his death in 2025. As a philanthropist, Parton supported children's literacy and medical research. Sadly, she was also known as an advocate for unbiblical causes like homosexual behavior and faux homosexual marriage.  Appearing with Larry King, she defended homosexuality. KING: “Didn't you recently, though, throw support to the [Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender] community?” PARTON: “Oh, I've always encouraged, not encouraged. They've made me the poster child I think only because I'm so outspoken as far as just being accepting of people in general.  “I do not believe that we should criticize and judge other people. I think we should be accepting and loving. We are all God's children. We are who we are, and we should allow, be allowed to be who we are.” Kate Newman, a Christian YouTuber, objected to Parton's bad theology, referencing John 1:12. NEWMAN: “We are not all children of God, contrary to popular belief. We receive the Spirit of adoption from God when we receive Jesus as our Lord and Savior, and we are led by His Holy Spirit. But until then, we're actually all children of the devil.” Larry King asked Dolly Parton this follow-up question. KING: “Did any of the faith-based communities that deeply believe the other way take umbrage with you?” PARTON: “Oh, absolutely. KING: “They did?” PARTON: “Oh, yes. I get it all the time. I keep saying, ‘Well, if you're the fine Christian that you think you are, why are you judging people? That's God's job. We're not God. We're not judges.' You know, we're supposed to love one another. We're supposed to not judge.  “If you're gay, you're gay. If you're straight, you're straight. And you should be allowed to be, you know, how how you are and who you are.” In 2024, Ericka Andersen wrote a column for The Federalist entitled “There's nothing loving about Dolly Parton's false gospel.” She argued that, “Parton's version of love, which includes condoning immoral sexual behavior  is unaligned with God's vision for humanity. Like so many secularized spiritual leaders, Parton equates love with agreement, but the two are not reciprocal. Love doesn't mean we must accept sinfulness as good to avoid hurting someone's feelings. “To be sure, the culture is on a constant witch hunt for those who would call homosexuality sinful. I understand wanting to avoid the avalanche of criticism, but calling sin out by name isn't judgment. It's adhering to Scripture. “She's right that all should be treated with love and kindness, but when we refuse to label sin a sin, we're doing more harm than good.  The gospel of Dolly Parton is popular with the masses, but don't bank your eternity on it.” Leviticus 18:22 says, “Do not have sexual relations with a man as one does with a woman; that is detestable.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, August 27th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

This week on So Brook Hills, Ryan O'Neal joins Matt and Daniel to talk about College Ministry at Brook Hills, and about the sermon from this past Sunday, "Belong" from Acts 2:42-47.

Pastor Ger Jones continues our series in Acts as we look at the birth of the early church and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. As we ask what it means to be the church, we're reminded that the church is a people empowered by the Holy Spirit to live out the mission Jesus has given us. Ger explores what it looks like to depend on the Spirit, live with boldness, and be part of what God is doing in the world.

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  Paul's reminder about the Holy Spirit and how HE intercedes for the saints according to GOD's will.  Scripture References: Romans 8:27; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Acts 9, 22, 26; Romans 1:1-7; Romans 1:16-17; Romans 3:21-24; Romans 8:1-27; John 14 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

Your plans made sense. You prayed, you prepared, you did your part and then God redirected you anyway. Day 9 of 31 Days of Obedience sits right in that tension and names it for what it is: a moment that can either deepen your trust or expose what you've been clinging to. I'm Nicole Hubb, and I'm walking with you through daily surrender, one honest yes at a time.We start with Proverbs 16:9 and let it say what it says: you can plan, but the Lord guides your steps. That truth is comforting until the “guided steps” lead somewhere you did not choose. I talk through why redirection is not always correction, and why a change of direction doesn't automatically mean you heard God wrong. Sometimes He led you there for a season, and obedience now looks like following Him somewhere else.We also look at Acts 16, where the Holy Spirit blocks Paul and Silas from going to Asia and sends them to Macedonia instead. Then we get practical with a heart-check question you can journal on: are you surrendered to God's will, or attached to how you expect His will to unfold? We end by practicing release before action and praying for open hands, open ears, and the courage to move, wait, or stand still when God leads.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a rating or review so more women can find these devotionals. What's one area where you feel God redirecting you right now?

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.How do you move from simply reading the Bible to truly studying, understanding, and applying God's Word?In this CPE Summer 2026 edition of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T. S. Wright welcomes Golden Scroll Awards finalist Judi Galloway for a practical conversation about developing a deeper relationship with God through Scripture.Judi shares how she came to Christ as a child, grew up in a Christian home, and eventually began asking an important question: How do people learn to see so much in the Bible? That question helped launch her own journey into deeper Bible study.After years of participating in guided Bible studies, Judi felt prompted to begin studying Scripture on her own. She began using a journaling approach based on the SOAP method — Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer — and discovered that writing while studying helped deepen her comprehension, retention, and communion with God.That experience eventually became the foundation for her seven-week, 35-lesson Bible study workbook, Examining God's Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible. The study combines Scripture passages, prompts, practical study skills, journaling, testimonies, and faith-building lessons designed to help readers immediately put what they are learning into practice.In this episode, you'll discover:Why believers should learn to examine Scripture for themselves.How journaling can improve Bible-study comprehension and retention.How the SOAP method can provide a starting framework for studying Scripture.Why Judi designed her study to work for both new Bible readers and experienced students.The importance of following the example of the Bereans by examining Scripture to determine whether what we are being taught is true.How Examining God's Word uses faith as a recurring theme throughout its lessons.Why Bible study should ultimately lead to personal application and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.How believers can develop their own rhythm of studying and communing with God through His Word.Judi also explains why the physical workbook format is important to her method: readers are encouraged to work directly with the lessons while keeping a separate journal where they record what God is teaching them. Her goal is not merely to provide information about Bible study but to teach people how to study Scripture themselves.Whether you are opening the Bible seriously for the first time or have studied Scripture for decades, this conversation offers encouragement to keep digging deeper into God's Word.Featured Guest: Judi GallowayFeatured Book: Examining God's Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the BibleHost: T. S. WrightPodcast: Kingdom Cross Roads PodcastSpecial Series: CPE Week / Golden Scroll Awards AuthorsSEO Keywords / TagsJudi Galloway, Judy Galloway, Examining God's Word, Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, T. S. Wright, CPE Summer 2026, CPE Week, Golden Scroll Awards, Christian Product Expo, Christian authors, Christian books, Bible study, how to study the Bible, Bible study methods, SOAP Bible study method, Scripture journaling, Bible journaling, Christian discipleship, studying Scripture, understanding the Bible, Bereans Bible study, Acts 17 Bereans, Psalm 119, Christian testimony, growing in faith, relationship with God, relationship with Jesus, Christian podcast, faith podcast, Bible teaching podcast, Christian living, spiritual growth, discipleship resourcesCall to ActionReady to go deeper into God's Word? Explore Judi Galloway's Examining God's Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible and begin developing a more intentional rhythm of Scripture study, journaling, application, and prayer.Then follow and subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don't miss more CPE Week conversations with Christian authors, teachers, and ministry leaders.And remember: don't simply accept what you hear—open the Word, examine the Scriptures, and discover what God is saying for yourself.Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the great harvest begin.

Can we expect extraordinary miracles today? In this episode, Associate Pastor, David Penuel, joins Emma Dotter to unpack the extraordinary miracles in Acts 19:11-20. They explore the significance of these miracles, along with whether we can expect them to happen today. // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)    “S4:270 – Acts 18-20" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-270-acts-18-20/id1600151923?i=1000736247835)  // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we're studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week's passage. Then, for the next six days, we'll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we'll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God's Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years' print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org 

Continuing the series on the Second Coming, Dr. William Lane Craig examines the Preterist view, the position, defended by scholars including G. B. Caird, R. T. France, and N. T. Wright, that the coming of the Son of Man predicted in Jesus' Olivet Discourse already happened in AD 70 with the destruction of Jerusalem. On this reading, the Great Tribulation was the horror of the Roman siege of Jerusalem, and the apocalyptic imagery of Mark 13 (e.g., darkened sun, falling stars) is symbolic language paralleled in Isaiah 13, Ezekiel 32, and Peter's Pentecost sermon in Acts 2, not a literal description of the end. Dr. Craig walks through the Preterist case, including its appeal to Daniel 7 for the Son of Man's heavenly enthronement rather than an earthly return, and explains why Mark 13:30, "this generation will not pass away," is really what drives the view. He finds it initially attractive for solving that verse, but ultimately unpersuasive: like the Rapture view, Preterism ends up requiring an invisible coming of Christ before his final return.

What do you really want?According to the Gospel of John, that's the first question Jesus asks His would-be disciples:“What do you want?”In this reflection on Psalm 1, John Ortberg explores why that may be one of the most important questions we ever answer.Our lives have a way of organizing themselves around our deepest desires.How do you spend your time?Your money?What makes you angry?What are you willing to sacrifice for?Those things often reveal what we want more accurately than our words do.Psalm 1 gives us a picture of a different kind of life: a flourishing person, like a tree planted beside streams of water, with roots sunk deeply into God.And John closes with the remarkable story of Natan Sharansky, who spent years imprisoned in the Soviet Union and memorized the entire Book of Psalms.When he was finally released, Sharansky refused to cross the bridge to freedom until his captors returned his copy of the Psalms.What we fill our minds with matters.Because what fills our minds helps shape what we desire.So today, ask yourself:What do I really want?And:What am I filling my mind with?In this episode:The first question Jesus asks in John's GospelHow our lives reveal what we actually wantPsalm 1 and the meaning of “blessed”What biblical flourishing looks likeThe tree planted beside streams of waterWhy invisible roots matterThe progression of walking, standing and sittingWhy Psalm 1 isn't a formula for easy circumstancesHow inner goodness crowds out envy and greedNatan Sharansky's remarkable storyHow the Psalms sustained him through Soviet imprisonmentWhy what we fill our minds with shapes our livesScriptures: John 1:35–38 • Psalm 1 • Acts 20:35 • Matthew 7:12#Psalm1 #JohnOrtberg #Psalms #Jesus #SpiritualFormation #Flourishing #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #Prayer #NatanSharansky

Why does God correct the people He loves?In this powerful Wayman Wednesday message, Pastor Wayman Mitchell opens Hebrews 12 to reveal why correction is not rejection—it is proof of God's love and a process that shapes us into people He can use.From the struggle of human will and rebellion to the peaceable fruit of righteousness, this sermon challenges us to stop resisting God's authority and receive the character-building work He wants to do in us.Scriptures referenced include Hebrews 12, Isaiah 14, Acts 9, Galatians 3, 2 Peter 1, and 2 Timothy 2.Subscribe for more Wayman Wednesday sermons and timeless preaching from Pastor Wayman Mitchell.Chapters00:00 Opening, birthday, and a Russian redemption story04:34 Hebrews 12: God's correction and true sonship05:57 The human ego and rebellion against authority09:24 Lucifer's “I wills” and the temptation to self-rule11:21 Saul's conversion: “Lord, what do You want me to do?”12:26 Modern thinking, correction, and the reality of pain16:15 Fatherlessness, broken homes, and Christ's deliverance21:28 Chastening that produces the fruit of righteousness24:41 Work, discipline, and learning responsibility28:06 Transformation, usefulness, recovery, and discipleshipNotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

Why does God correct the people He loves?In this powerful Wayman Wednesday message, Pastor Wayman Mitchell opens Hebrews 12 to reveal why correction is not rejection—it is proof of God's love and a process that shapes us into people He can use.From the struggle of human will and rebellion to the peaceable fruit of righteousness, this sermon challenges us to stop resisting God's authority and receive the character-building work He wants to do in us.Scriptures referenced include Hebrews 12, Isaiah 14, Acts 9, Galatians 3, 2 Peter 1, and 2 Timothy 2.Subscribe for more Wayman Wednesday sermons and timeless preaching from Pastor Wayman Mitchell.Chapters00:00 Opening, birthday, and a Russian redemption story04:34 Hebrews 12: God's correction and true sonship05:57 The human ego and rebellion against authority09:24 Lucifer's “I wills” and the temptation to self-rule11:21 Saul's conversion: “Lord, what do You want me to do?”12:26 Modern thinking, correction, and the reality of pain16:15 Fatherlessness, broken homes, and Christ's deliverance21:28 Chastening that produces the fruit of righteousness24:41 Work, discipline, and learning responsibility28:06 Transformation, usefulness, recovery, and discipleshipNotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

Jesus gave the apostles and the seventy-two direct power over unclean spirits... but is that authority universal, or was it unique to them? Kevin and Josh work through Luke 10, Acts, and Ephesians 6 to ask what delegated authority actually means for believers today. Should we be casting out demons?

Today is day 238 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer. 238. What is confession? In confession, I acknowledge my sins in repentance before God and receive his forgiveness. (Nehemiah 1:4–11; Psalm 51; Jeremiah 36:1–3; Luke 23:39–43; Acts 2:14–41; 2 Corinthians 7:2–12; 1 John 1:9) We will conclude today with The Confession of the Daily Office found on page 12 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

What makes a church spiritually healthy? In this message from Acts 2:41–47, Pastor Blake looks at the birth of the early church and River Oak's four measures of health: following completely, changing continuously, living generously, and multiplying disciples. The early church was devoted to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, prayer, generosity, and mission — and the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.Scripture References:Acts 2:41–47Acts 21 TimothyGalatiansRevelation2 Peter 1:16–21Exodus 32Psalm 1273 John1 CorinthiansMatthew 28At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ.  We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the truth of God's Word.  We welcome you to come as you are, from wherever you've been, and join us!To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://riveroakchurch.org/give/Support the show

Should modern day followers of Jesus exorcise demons? In this episode, Executive Director of The Porch, Kylen Perry, joins Emma Dotter to discuss the role of demons and exorcism in Acts 19:11-20. They discuss what demons and exorcisms are, including methods of deliverance. Kylen answers the question, “What if talk of demons and exorcism scares me?” // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: Who were the seven sons of Sceva? https://www.gotquestions.org/seven-sons-of-Sceva.html Do demons exist? https://www.gotquestions.org/do-demons-exist.html // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)    “S4:270 – Acts 18-20" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-270-acts-18-20/id1600151923?i=1000736247835)  // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we're studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week's passage. Then, for the next six days, we'll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we'll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God's Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years' print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org 

“If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest.” — Acts 8:37 These words may answer your scruples, devout reader, concerning the ordinances. Perhaps you say, “I should be afraid to be baptized; it is such a solemn thing to avow myself to be dead with Christ, and buried with Him. should not feel at […]

Have you ever wondered if someone is simply too far gone to change? Maybe it’s someone you love. Maybe it’s you. Maybe your past is so broken, your choices have caused so much damage or you’ve wandered so far from God that you wonder if there’s any way back. In Acts 9, we meet Saul, a man who wasn’t just skeptical of Jesus. He was actively persecuting and killing His followers. Then, on the road to Damascus, Saul has a collision with the risen Jesus that changes everything. The man who once wanted to destroy the church becomes one of the most influential instruments in building the church, a man God uses to help change the world.Acts 9 reminds us that nobody is too far gone for God’s grace. You can’t out-sin the cross. You can’t outrun the grace of God. But Saul’s story also reminds us that transformation isn’t meant to happen alone. What would change in your life if you really believed God’s grace could reach you? And who might God be asking you to move toward with courage and compassion?– – – – – – – What stood out to you from this message? Share your biggest takeaway in the comments. If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that nobody is too far gone for God’s grace. Join us as we study through the book of Acts: crosspoint.tv/acts Find a Cross Point campus near you in Middle Tennessee: crosspoint.tv/locations

“And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all.” (Acts 4:33) There are multitudes today who believe that Christ’s... More...

Note: Much of the content in this podcast can be found in show participant Ross Anderson's book Understanding the Book of MormonThe Book of Mormon claims to be an ancient scripture that tells the story of God's people in the American continent.LDS challenge: “Either the Book of Mormon is what the Prophet Joseph said it is, or this Church and its founder are false, a deception from the first instance onward…Joseph must be accepted either as a prophet of God or else as a charlatan of the first order…” (Jeffrey R. Holland, “Christ and the New Covenant,” quoted in Ensign, September 2002, 14)To accept BoM is to accept JS as a prophet, and everything that he stands for.The Book of Mormon claims can be / should be tested. 1 Thess 5:21 “Test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good.”ArchaeologyBoM claims to be an ancient record of American continentFeaturing great cities, people at warArchaeology has failed to unearth any concrete evidence for BoMInscriptional evidence → names carved into stone monumentsExample: Sennacherib / Assyrians = names of Israel's kingsNo BoM name every foundMaterial remains → walls / foundations of ancient citiesPlenty of ancient cities in America, but none that can be linked to BoMExample: BoM describes its people using gold, silver, iron, brass, copperThe mining, smelting, and casting of metal ores requires special tools / complex processes which leave traces in the archaeological recordScholars generally agree: metallurgy not introduced into America until several centuries after the BoM story endsAnimals → BoM mentions many different kinds of animals: cattle, sheep, goats, horsesNone have been found in any archaeological setting dating to BoM timesUnlike deer, jaguar, peccary, tapir, other native speciesThe horse have never been found depicted in any of 1000s of sample of artNew world archaeology is still a young sciencePerhaps some day some artifact or inscription will be found to validate the BoMBut so far, best LDS apologists can do = create aura of plausibility based on vague similaritiesBy contrast, archaeology has repeatedly demonstrated the reliability of Bible: historically / geographicallyUse of metals as describe in Bible can be verified at many sitesA person can visit the actual cities where Bible describes Jesus or Paul travellingBritish Museum (London)Massive stone panels from ancient Ninevah → cities in Bible are recorded thereEvidence for the reliability of the Bible: “Three Reasons to Trust the Bible”DNATraditional LDS understanding - based on BoM story → native Americans are descended from ancient Jews who left Jerusalem for America around 600 BCThis is what JS taught → the most straightforward way to read the BoM textMainstream science → all native Americans are of Asian originSupported by extensive DNA sampling of American Indian populationsMany current LDS scholars claim that most NA's are of Asian descentWhile a small subset are of Semitic origin, descended from LehiIdea is = Nephite & Lamanite civilizations described in BoM made up a very small % of total population of New World during BoM timesLDS Church has acknowledged the challenges1981 BoM: identifies Lamanites as “the principle ancestors of the American Indians”2006 BoM: Lamanites “are among the ancestors of the American Indians”If BoM peoples were not alone in the Americas, it's very surprising that BoM never mentions these large populations of other peopleIn fact, no references to other peoples or nations, no accounts of Nephites evangelizing pagans, no polemics vs polytheism, idolatry, etc.LDS Church Gospel Topics Essay: Book of Mormon and DNA StudiesBible PlagiarismBoM contains extensive material in common with the BibleFirst type of shared content = simple repetition or direct quotationIncluding frequent phrases such as “it came to pass” and “verily, verily I say unto you”Second type = interpretive changes to a biblical text2 Nephi 2:18 expands on the biblical account of Eve's temptation (Gen 3:4-5)Third type = structural parallels to the BibleIncludes literary forms, common motifs, character types, etcConversion of Alma (Mos 27) has many features in common with Paul's conversion (Acts 9)Point: in many cases, Nephite writers mimic wording from the NTA doc to which they would have had no access.All of this shared content raises the Q: does common material come from independent sources?Or did JS simply copy from the Bible?Case 1 = the Sermon on the MountJesus appears in BoM - apparently in 40 days after resurrection prior to ascensionHis public address in 3 Nephi 12-14 contains much in common with Matt 5-7Case 2 = BoM contains more than 19 complete chapters in common w/IsaiahLehi's people carried a copy of OT scriptures with them → source of quoted materialSeveral lines of evidence suggest JS derived the Isaiah passages directly from KJV rather than an ancient sourceExample: biblical scholarship has advanced since KJV translationMany passages that were obscure in KJV in JS time are now more clearBut some of the misunderstandings found in the KJV are also found in BoMSuggests a direct relationship between KJV / BoMWould not have been present in BoM's quotes of Isaiah if the Isaiah text had originated in Lehi's time, as the story claimsHow would translation problems from KJV find their way into BoM?The extensive content shared between KJV & BoM - and the nature of the parallels - creates strong impression that BoM was produced AFTER the KJVOf course, LDS apologists have answers for all of these objectionsThe question is whether their answers are credibleFor loyal Mormons, the answers are convincing because they already have an existing commitment to the BoMOthers, without that grid, are not convinced that BoM passes the test--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now--

On today's episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by New Testament scholar and Anglican priest Dr. Michael Bird for a lively dive into the book of Acts. Together, they explore the inseparable connection between Luke and Acts, the significance of Jesus' ascension, and the Holy Spirit's powerful work through ordinary believers as the early church quite literally turned the world upside down. So pull up a chair and join us on the porch! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Acts 20:7-12 Acts 1:8-10 Genesis 1 Psalm 8 Daniel 7 Acts 2:41-45 Acts 17 Acts 13 Acts 2:17-21 Acts 5:40-41 Acts 8:26-40

Most business owners complain that nobody cares about the business as much as they do. Well... of course they don't—you own it! But there is a massive difference between a paycheck-collector who checks boxes and an intrapreneur who takes true ownership of outcomes. If your team acts like robots, it's usually because you built a factory instead of an environment that fosters leadership. In this episode of Win Make Give, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams break down the 6-step playbook to bridge the Ownership Gap. You will learn how to stop assigning to-do lists, implement the "3-Before-Me" problem-solving rule, teach your team the financial scoreboard, and create clear guardrails that empower your people to think, act, and deliver like business owners. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

What qualifies someone to serve God—and who gets to decide?Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Acts. In this episode, Paul examines the disciples' selection of Matthias, showing why the condition of our hearts matters more than outward appearances and why we must look to Scripture's clear commands for guidance.To hear more studies from the book of Acts, visit PaulTripp.com/Acts.