Podcasts about fruitfulness

Fruitfulness has to do with producing the dynamic and eternal dimensions of life through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Weekend broadcast #195To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu. To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram. 

CURRENT SERIES - The Space Between Lent calls us into the wilderness—not to reduce our lives to easy answers, but to sit honestly with tension, ambiguity, and transformation. We live in an either/or world that insists on sides, binaries, and quick conclusions. Yet the Gospel of Luke reveals a different way: a faith shaped not by rigid opposites, but by the holy space between them. We will journey with Jesus through moments where life refuses to be neatly divided—and real transformation takes place not at the extremes, but in the living, breathing tension of life and faith.

In today's chapel, Nathan Spoke to us about freedom from the law. Today's chapel frame was Renewed Mind.

Fruitfulness in Every Season! "He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper."Psalm 1:3 Stay connected, keep producing, andyour persistence will redesign the season. Imagine an orchard bursting with life, its trees laden with twelve varieties of fruit, each one vibrant and rich. This image reminds us of the abundant life Jesus promises us. In John15:5, He declares, "I am the vine; you are the branches." Just as a branch that remains connected to the vine bears fruit, we too are called to cultivate our spiritual growth and generously share our gifts with others. Jesus once encountered a fig treethat bore no fruit. In Mark 11, He cursed this barren tree, a bold reminder that lack of fruitfulness can serve as a wake-up call. Our lives should mirror that fruitful orchard, both nurturing and nourishing those around us. Thisstory invites us to reflect on our spiritual lives and to examine the fruits we are offering to the world. Galatians 5:22-23 says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." Psalm 1:3 beautifully expresses the idea of fruitfulness and a faithful person: “He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season.” Each of us has unique gifts and talents ready to be shared, just as each tree in an orchardcontributes to the harvest. We are encouraged to be proactive, planning acts of kindness and generosity that can positively impact those we encounter. As we embody the fruits of the Spirit, outlined in Galatians 5:22-23, we become conduits of love, joy, peace, and kindness. Each action taken in love is like a healthy root, promising a fruitful life. Remember the quote, “Healthy roots guarantee fruitful shoots.”Nurturing our spiritual roots helps us to remain steadfast and grow abundantly. Amen. John 15:5 says, "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." Amen. Prayer for the Day! Lord, I thank You for Fruitfulnessin Every Season. My Father, My Father, grant me abiding life that naturally overflows with the fruit of Your spirit. May I reflect Your love in my actions and cultivate kindness in every interaction. Help me to keep producing and abounding in all that I do, so that I may nourish those around me and glorifyyour name. In Jesus name. Amen.

Anyone can experience true belonging and rest by abiding in Christ while fully embracing what it means to be human.Rhonda Frazier walks through John 15 and practical stories that validate the struggle to balance spiritual growth with everyday realities. You will find acceptance for your neediness, encouragement to surrender, and practical steps to invite God's love into daily life. No matter your background, discover fruitfulness rooted in authenticity, not performance.Scriptures ReferencedGenesis 2:18; Isaiah 5:1-7, 27:22-23; Ezekiel 17:5-6; Matthew 11:28-30, 16:24; John 8:12, 13:33, 14:30-31, 15:1-8, 21:22; Acts 17:28; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 8:38-39Key InsightsAcknowledge your real human neediness and find belonging in Christ, not shame.Spiritual growth happens as you surrender.Daily connection to Christ provides renewal, meaning, and practical hope for ordinary life.Honest questions and vulnerability are welcomed and are the pathway to freedom.Fruitfulness is promised to those who remain, regardless of visible progress.The measure of growth is love and joy, not perfection or spiritual performance.Resources ReferencedAbide in Christ by Andrew MurrayUpon Waking by Jackie Hill PerryKnowing Faith Podcast (Jen Wilkin)"No Earthly Good" by Johnny CashLent Devotionals (in the app)https://springhouse.captivate.fm/episode/abide-while-being-humanSubscribe & Follow the PodcastDownload our appOur WebsiteOnline Tithes & OfferingsJoin our LivestreamGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 11:00 AMThursdays, 6:00 PMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421CCLI License 2070006

What happens when a “conservative Bible college kid” becomes a Spirit-filled father-hearted leader… after walking through heartbreak, foster care adoption, trauma, near-death burnout, and a personal encounter with Jesus?In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom sits down with Devin Schubert (aka “the man in orange”) for a raw, hope-filled conversation about:·       Devin's journey from Midwestern Christian roots and rebellion → to ministry and a deeper “yes” to God·       15 years in child welfare, building foster-care support through local churches, and what the Church often misses about caring for families in crisis·       Parenting through severe trauma and mental health challenges — and how chronic stress nearly took his life·       A powerful encounter with Jesus… and why Devin's healing came through a process, not just an instant moment·       The maturity shift: don't chase signs and wonders — chase the Father·       What to do when God feels silent: learning to “find Him in everything,” not just listen for a voice·       Why naming your struggle isn't “negative confession” — it's often the first step to surrender and freedom·       Devin's burden: releasing the Father's love in a way that brings healing, deliverance, and deep safety·       A Nehemiah-style framework for calling: fasting/praying for the plan, then bringing it to the King for favor and protection·       Devin's mission: helping a million people share their stories across media — because your story is part of your purposeDevin closes by praying a tender, powerful prayer for healing — especially for those carrying pain connected to fathers or father-figures. Don't rush off at the end. Sit with it. Receive............................Devin is founder of influence academy where he helps Christian Coaches and speakers grow their influence the way Jesus did. After being on 2 reality TV shows and over 100 stages in 2024 he is on a mission to help people advance the Kingdom. You can learn more about Devin by going to his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/schubertdevinYou can learn about his coaching business at  https://storiestostages.com/ __________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

Have you ever considered that some of the beliefs shaping your life… aren't actually true?Most of us didn't choose “lies” on purpose. They formed slowly—through words spoken over us, painful experiences, and moments when we were just trying to make sense of life. But those beliefs don't just affect how we think… they shape how we live.In this podcast, I'll help you:Recognize the lies you may be believing about yourself, God, others, and lifeSee two primary ways lies get exposed (God's revelation + people's truth)Learn a simple pathway to overturn them: humility, teachability, God's perspective, honest friendships, and wise mentorsBecause the good news is real: the lies you learned can be unlearned.Fruitfulness follows clarity—and clarity begins when truth replaces false agreements.Reflection questions:What false perspective is God addressing in you right now?What are you doing to respond to it?Who have you invited to speak truth into your life?What might God be surfacing “under the surface” that needs action?__________________________You can connect with Coach Tom at:https://greaterformation.com/Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here2. Work with me:I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here

In Mark chapter 4, we shift from rapid action into Jesus’ teaching—especially through parables, stories that place a familiar picture beside a spiritual truth and invite us to wrestle with what God is saying. This chapter is full of abundance language, which is why I’m calling it “How to Be Wealthy.” Jesus begins with the parable of the sower, and then He explains what it means: the seed is the Word of God, and the “soil” is what happens inside a person as they hear it. We see four outcomes—seed snatched away, seed that sprouts fast but has no root, seed choked by worries and wealth and desires, and seed that lands in good soil and multiplies. The invitation isn’t Bible trivia; it’s transformation. Jesus is showing us that true wealth is the abundance of God’s kingdom—a rich life marked by fruit, freedom, and spiritual growth. And the question becomes deeply personal: what is choking the Word in me—and how can I cultivate good soil so the Word can take root and produce? What We Cover: Parables require attention: Jesus teaches in stories to invite curiosity, openness, and deeper engagement—not passive listening. The seed is the Word: the central issue is what happens to God’s Word inside a person over time. The threat isn’t always “bad things”: worry, wealth’s deception, and competing desires can quietly choke what God is growing. Fruitfulness is connected to reception: hearing isn’t the same as accepting—accepting the Word involves repentance, turning, and letting truth reshape reality. Abundance is God’s work: you cultivate depth; God brings the multiplication. A rich life is kingdom-rich: wealth is redefined as a life full of God’s presence, freedom, love, and fruit—not merely money or influence. A practical diagnostic: identify what consistently chokes the Word in you, and remove or limit it so your heart can become good soil. Resources mentioned: Check out Nicole's website and subscribe to her weekly newsletter: https://nicoleunice.kit.com/ Nicole’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/nicoleunice Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

3/1/2026 | This day's featured sermon on SermonAudio: Title: 21: Praying for Fruitfulness Subtitle: 24-Hour Prayer 2026 Speaker: Dr. Bruce McAllister Broadcaster: SermonAudio Classics Event: Prayer Meeting Date: 2/18/2026 Bible: John 15:7-8 Length: 9 min.

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The Fig Tree and the Fruit of the Kingdom: Producing Spiritual Fruitfulness by John Wasserman

Sunday, February 22, 2026 I Luke 18:1-8 NLT To support the ministry:  Online: www.woffamily.org/give Text: Text "WOF" to 73256 Mail In: Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral - 212 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168 

I. Introduction: The Message and Mission of Victory Church Overview of the Victory Church podcast: teaching and worship messages. Church mission: reaching the lost, restoring the broken, reviving believers. Central theme: the faithfulness of God — His dependability, reliability, and trustworthiness. II. Understanding God's Faithfulness Our faith rests not on our faithfulness, but on God's proven record. Encouragement to know, memorize, meditate on, and live by the Word of God. God's faithfulness remains constant despite life's ups and downs. III. Lesson from 2 Chronicles 16:7–10 — King Asa and the Prophet Hanani The prophet (“seer”) rebuked Asa for relying on human power instead of God. The “eyes of the Lord” search the earth for loyal hearts to strengthen. Asa's foolish anger at correction serves as a warning against pride and spiritual resistance. IV. The Role of Prophets, Pastors, and Counselors God speaks through His servants to bring clarity and correction. The danger of isolation: believers need pastors, accountability, and spiritual community. The “one another” principles of the New Testament — loving, praying for, and encouraging one another. V. The Importance of Church and Unity Jesus Himself regularly attended worship. Countering cultural messages that say believers don't need church or pastors. The power of unity — believers praying, worshiping, and standing together. VI. Relying on God, Not Natural Thinking Asa's mistake: trusting human wisdom instead of divine guidance. Distractions and deception are the enemy's primary tools. The Word of God renews the mind and guards against subtle lies. VII. The Power and Necessity of the Word The Word is a hammer that breaks strongholds and transforms hearts. Sermons and Scripture are tools for shaping believers — not short motivational talks. The preaching of the Word remains essential even when unpopular. VIII. Staying Teachable and Humbly Receiving Correction King Asa's downfall was pride and resistance to counsel. Believers should remain humble, lifelong learners open to godly wisdom. Experience becomes true learning only when processed through the Word and wisdom. IX. God's Faithfulness and Our Loyal Hearts God seeks loyal, not perfect, hearts. Loyalty involves repentance, humility, and trust. God desires to show Himself strong for His people just as He has in the past. X. Bearing Fruit at Every Stage of Life Believers can bear fruit even in old age. Mentorship: older generations have wisdom to pass on to younger ones. Fruitfulness includes spiritual influence and discipleship, not just activity. XI. Conclusion: A Call to Worship and Renewal God's character is unchanging—He remains faithful even when we are faithless. Invitation to pray, worship, and recommit to trusting God. Affirmation that God continues to work, bless, and restore His people through His faithfulness.

Of all the things Chip's ever taught about marriage, the tool he shares in this program is priceless. Actually, he'll tell you he paid good money for it, when he and Theresa had very little! But it's a communication technique that's brought them through the ups and downs of all the years and been what helped them endure even the hardest days.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

The sermon centers on the biblical call to spiritual fruitfulness rooted in abiding in Christ, drawing from John 15:7–8 to emphasize that genuine prayer and lasting spiritual growth are inseparable from remaining in Christ and allowing His words to dwell within. It highlights two dimensions of fruitfulness—conversions and Christ-like character—both of which require divine empowerment and intentional discipleship. The preacher underscores that effective prayer is not merely petitioning but arises from deep spiritual alignment, informed by Scripture and shaped by experience, as illustrated through personal reflections on leadership and ministry. He calls the audience to prayerful engagement, linking their intercession to God's ongoing work in the life of the institution and the broader church, especially as it approaches a significant milestone. The tone is both pastoral and prophetic, inviting believers to participate in God's redemptive purposes with faith, humility, and purpose.

Of all the things Chip's ever taught about marriage, the tool he shares in this program is priceless. Actually, he'll tell you he paid good money for it, when he and Theresa had very little! But it's a communication technique that's brought them through the ups and downs of all the years and been what helped them endure even the hardest days.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

The honeymoon's over, the glow is gone, and married life can seem pretty harsh after a while. Is there a way to connect with your mate in a way that rekindles the flame? Is there a way to change the way you communicate that helps you actually look forward to talking and spending time together? Join Chip as he shares a communication technique that helped save his marriage and has kept it strong ever since.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What sustains a marriage? What brings energy and health? Life and joy? Maybe those words are in your distant past and your marriage hasn't known them for years. Maybe your marriage is strong and you'd really like to keep it that way. In this program, Chip explains that “connection” is the key. How do you get - or stay - connected in a way that'll last? Don't miss this one.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LULU 18 FEPUARI 2026(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: O le mealilo i le fua tele mai (The secret to fruitfulness)Tauloto Tusi Paia: Eperu 13:15 “O lenei, o ‘iā tatou te avatu so‘o ai le taulaga o le vi‘iga i le Atua, o le fua lea o tatou laugutu, o lo‘o fa‘afetai atu i lona suafa.”Faitauga - Tusi Paia:Mataio 21:18-22O ananafi na ou talanoa atu i le viiga e talaia faitotoa mo le faaeaina, e fai ma faataitaiga le olaga o Tavita. E te iloa o le inoino o Mekala i le vivii atu o Tavita na tapunia lona toala fanau? Afai e te naunau e fua tele mai le tele o vaega o lou olaga, aua e te inoino i le viiga. Aua e te manatu e le manaomia le viiga ma aua e te inoino pe a vivii isi tagata i le Atua. O nisi tagata e manatu o pese ma viiga i taimi o tapuaiga i le Ekalesia e lē taua tele, ma o lea e faatuai mai i le lotu sei uma lea vaega. O pese, viiga ma le tapuaiga o se vaega taua o le sauniga lotu. O le mea moni o nisi e maua a latou vavega i le taimi o pese ma viiga. Aua e te taofia ou faamanuiaga i lou inoino lea i pese ma viiga ma tapuaiga, e taua tele e le tatau ona e manatu mama iai. O tagata e lē fia vivii i le Atua, e leai ni fua i o latou olaga e pei o Mekala. I le faitauga mai le Tusi Paia o le asō, na fia ai Iesu ina ua foi mai Petania. Na ia vaai mamao atu i le mati, ma e latalata atu iai, o loo manatu o iai ni fua sei tali ai lona fiaai. Peitai ina ua oo atu i le laau, sa tele ona laulaau ae leai ni fua, ona ia fetuu ai lea o le laau. E ui e lei oo i le taimi e fua ai le mati, sa lei tuua iai e Iesu se avanoa, e leai sona fua e faamalie ai le fiaaai o lē na faia o ia, ona mate ai lea o le mati. O le tauloto mai le Tusi Paia o le asō, o le viiga o le fua lea o tatou laugutu, ma o loo fai mai ia tatou ofo atu i le Atua ia faifai pea. E leai se alofaga e le mafai ai ona e vivii i le Atua. E lei iai se tama a Elisapeta mo le tele o tausaga talu ona faaipoipo,  peitai e lei avea lea ma mafuaaga e lē vivii ai i le Atua, sa ia auauna ma le faamaoni ia te ia e ui e leai sana tama, sa savali i ana poloaiga ma tulafono ( Luka 1:5-7). O le vivii i le Atua o se tasi o ana poloaiga, ma e lē tatau ona tuuaia oe i le lē faia. E lei taofia e Iopu lona vivii i le Atua i le ogaototonu o le faulai o mea ua leiloa, na leiloa mea uma na ia maua seia vagana lona toalua i le aso e tasi, peitai sa ia  faamanuia i le suafa o le Alii ( Iopu 1:20-21). O le taui, na liliuina e le Atua lona tulaga ma faamanuia ia te ia e faaluaina mea na ia leiloa. Afai e te naunau e fua tele mai ma manumalo i soo se vaega o lou olaga, e tatau ona e faamaoni i le vivii i le Atua, e oo i le ogatotonu o faafitauli, e pei o Iosefatu, na vivii i le Atua e ui o loo siomia e ona fili ( 2 Nofoaiga Tupu 20:1-28). Le au pele e, afai e te ofo atu i le Atua le fua o ou laugutu e faifai pea, o le a e tofo i faamanuiaga e tele ma e fiafia i le fua tele mai i soo se vaega o lou olaga. O le vivii i le Atua o se mealilo malosi e maua ai le fua tele mai, i le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

The honeymoon's over, the glow is gone, and married life can seem pretty harsh after a while. Is there a way to connect with your mate in a way that rekindles the flame? Is there a way to change the way you communicate that helps you actually look forward to talking and spending time together? Join Chip as he shares a communication technique that helped save his marriage and has kept it strong ever since.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What sustains a marriage? What brings energy and health? Life and joy? Maybe those words are in your distant past and your marriage hasn't known them for years. Maybe your marriage is strong and you'd really like to keep it that way. In this program, Chip explains that “connection” is the key. How do you get - or stay - connected in a way that'll last? Don't miss this one.Introduction:Biblical practice #1: Serve your mate -John 13Biblical practice #2: Plan together -John 14Biblical practice #3: Connect with each other -John 15How do we stay connected?Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches. He is the source of life.Fruitfulness – an extraordinary life with extraordinary impact.Love results in heartfelt obedience.The result of abiding is intimacy and it results in supernatural joy.Principles:You can't impart what you do not possess. You must ABIDE in Him to have His love to give to your mate.Connection is built on COMMUNICATION – quality and quantity of time spent with one another.JOY is the fruit or the overflow of connection with Christ and with one another. It will SUSTAIN you.Practical implications:Your personal walk with God is critical to a great marriage.The key to a joyful marriage is communication skill and practice.The connection is of the mind, the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Tools for transformation:“The conference”Pray and ask God to speak to him/her -Proverbs 21:1The CARE list – “I feel most loved when you…”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

This episode of the Mountain Podcast centers on the biblical call to “multiply,” drawing from Genesis 1, Matthew 28, and Luke 10 to emphasize that every believer is called not only to follow Jesus but to actively make disciples through love, obedience, and everyday faithfulness. Samuel explains that spiritual fruitfulness is a natural result of a healthy relationship with God and challenges listeners to move beyond passive consumption of church services into intentional participation in the Great Commission—praying for others, sharing faith, practicing obedience, and showing compassion in practical ways. Through teachings on discipleship, humility, and the Good Samaritan, the message reframes multiplication as living out Christlike love in daily life, trusting God to reshape priorities, prune distractions, and mobilize believers to serve their families, workplaces, and communities with grace and courage.

Listen to this week's sermon, Parables In Practice preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Luke 5:36-39.

We explore John 15 to show why abiding in Jesus is the only way to lasting fruit and joy. We talk about pruning as love, priorities that protect our yes, and how kingdom impact outgrows personal success, then close with a guided prayer.• Jesus as the true vine and the Father as vinedresser• Abiding as continual presence that resources life• The gap between cultural success and eternal longing• Pruning as love that safeguards long-term fruit• Priorities that defend your yes with many noes• Shifting from personal empire to kingdom movement• The Huffer cart analogy for spiritual power• Fruitfulness aimed at serving others, not self• A closing prayer of submission and trustPray this prayer. Heavenly Father, I come to you as the vine dresser of my life. I confess that I cannot bear fruit on my own. I need to abide in you to thrive. Lord, I submit to your pruning hand. I ask that you cut away every branch in me that hinders my walk with you, my pride, my selfish ambitions, and my unproductive habits. Though I know the pruning process may be painful, I trust that you are cutting away only that which is necessary for me to bear more fruit. Strengthen me in my weakness. Remind me of your love for me, and help me to trust you in your wisdom for the season, the season of growth. Cleanse my heart, Lord, and remove anything that draws me away from you. I desire to reflect your image and to walk in your ways, so that my life may bring glory to yours. In Jesus' name. Amen.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or YouTube.

In John 15, Jesus invites us to abide in Him for the purpose of bearingmuch fruit to the Father's glory. In the message today, Pastor Darrell challenges us to consider how the Lord might produce more fruit in us as we abide in Him, proving ourselves to be His disciple-making disciples. 

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Pastor Darrell continues encouraging us as we look again at John 15:1-17 and abiding in Christ.

Fruit is seasonal—and so are we. This devotional begins with a simple picture of how produce changes depending on the time of year: fresh, vibrant options at a farmer’s market in spring and summer, and a different kind of supply in winter. That rhythm becomes a gentle metaphor for the spiritual life. Jesus calls us to bear fruit that lasts, but what happens when we feel like we’re in a “winter season”—spiritually dry, emotionally worn down, or stuck in a place that feels barren? John 15 reminds us that fruitfulness isn’t ultimately about our effort—it’s about abiding. Jesus is the Vine, and we are the branches. When life feels hard and hope feels thin, the temptation is to fixate on the season itself—how long it’s lasting, how painful it is, and why it won’t change. But the devotional offers a reframing: winter can actually be a time of growth beneath the surface. Just as roots grow deeper during colder months, difficult seasons can strengthen our spiritual foundation if we keep our eyes on Christ and stay connected to Him. The warning is also real: isolation is dangerous in winter. When we disconnect from God’s Word and from other believers, despair can set in, and we become more vulnerable to discouragement. That’s why community matters. The devotional encourages finding “oaks of righteousness”—faithful people who can pray with you, check in, study Scripture alongside you, and help keep you anchored when your own strength feels limited. Sometimes, when you’re struggling to hold onto the Vine, God uses others to help nourish you with encouragement and truth. The hope is this: if you continue to abide in Jesus, fruit will come again. Even if the season doesn’t change quickly, God is still tending you. The Vine-dresser cares for you, chose you, and intends for your life to bear lasting fruit—no matter what season you’re in. Main Takeaways Spiritual life has seasons; “winter” seasons can feel barren but can still be deeply formative. Fruitfulness comes from abiding in Jesus, not striving in your own strength. Winter can be a time for roots to grow deeper—strength that forms beneath the surface. Isolation makes difficult seasons harder; community provides nourishment and encouragement. God is faithful in every season and can produce lasting fruit through your life, even in suffering. Today’s Bible Verse “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you.” - John 15:16, ESV Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Help me to abide in the Vine… May You use my life to bear lasting fruit in every season, no matter how difficult.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Find daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore prayer, faith, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.orgTrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. https://trinitycredit.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE  SA 25 IANUARI 2026(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: E moni le tele o fua (True fruitfulness)Tauloto Tusi Paia: 2 Korinito 2:14 “Ua fa‘afetai i le Atua, o lē ‘ua matou manumālō ai pea lava ‘ona o Keriso, o lē ‘ua matou fa‘aali atu ai fo‘i i nu‘u uma le manogi o le matā‘upu ‘iā te ia.”‭‭Faitauga - Tusi Paia: Mataio 28:18-20A fetalai mai le Atua e tatau ona tele fua mai ia te oe, e lē o talanoa mai e na o lou maua o le manuia i le tino ma maua fanau, o loo talanoa mai e tatau ona e manumaloina agaga. I le Ioane 15:16, na fetalai Iesu, “Tou te le‘i filifilia a‘u, ‘ae na ‘ou filifilia ‘outou ma ‘ou tu‘uina atu ‘outou, ‘ia ‘outou ō ma ‘ia ‘outou fua mai ni fua, ma ‘ia tumau o ‘outou fua; ‘ina ‘ia foa‘iina atu ‘iā te ‘outou e le Tamā mea uma lava tou te ole atu ai ‘iā te ia i lo‘u igoa.”O le avea ma so'o o Iesu Keriso, ia fua mai ni fua,o lona uiga o le taitaia o tagata ia Keriso ma faamautinoaina e tuputupu ae ma tumau i le faatuatua. O se agaga e manumaloina mo Keriso o se fua e aumai ai le olioli i le Atua aemaise o oe. Fai mai le Tusi Paia i le Luka 15:7, e tele le olioli i le lagi pe a faaolaina se agaga mai le faafanoga e faavavau ae manumaloina mo le malo o le Atua. E finagalo le Atua ia tatou faateleina i le agaga. O le mafuaaga lea o ē suesue i le Tusi Paia e masani ona faapea mai i le Luka 28:18-20 o le ‘galuega tele o le talalelei'. O loo poloaia i tatou e Iesu e o atu i le lalolagi ma fai nuu uma ma soo. O le fai ma so'o o lona uiga o le aoao o isi tagata e mulimuli ia Keriso e pei a ona e mulimuli ia te ia. E aofia ai le laugaina o le talalelei i ē lē faatuatua ma aoaoina isi kerisiano i le upu a le Atua e fesoasoani ai ia tutupu a'e i le latou savaliga ma le Atua. E finagalo le Atua e te faia tagata ma so'o, e finagalo e tele nisi tagata kerisiano e pei o oe. E malamalama lelei Paulo i lenei aoaoga ma sa ia aoaoina ai Timoteo. I le 2 Timoteo 2:2, fai mai Paulo, “‘ina ne‘i vave lūlūina o ‘outou loto, pe fa‘aatuatuvaleina i se agaga, po o se ‘upu, po o se tusi, peiseaī nai ‘iā i matou, peiseaī ‘ua o‘o mai le aso o le Ali‘i.”Na ia poloaia Timoteo e faasoa atu aoaoga ua ia maua i isi kerisiano faatuatua e latou te aoao atu ai foi isi kerisiano. O le faateleina lea o le finagalo o le Atua, fua tele mai e faalautele atu e sili atu ia te oe ma avatu i isi tagata ma faasolo ai i augatupulaga. Le au pele e, fai mai le Tusi Paia o le tagata e manumaloina agaga e poto ( Faataoto 11:30). O tele ni fua mai ia te oe i le agaga? O e taitaiina tagata ia Keriso? O e aoaoina ma faamalosiau i le auuso i le upu a le Atua? Afai e te lei faia lava, ua tatau ona amata loa. Amata iai latou i lou siomaga, o lou aiga, o au uo, tagata faigaluega ma ou tuaoi. Faasoa atu le alofa o le Atua iai latou ma valaaulia ia latou tofo i faamanuiaga o loo e fiafia ai ia Keriso. A e faia uma nei mea, e tele ni fua, ona faasusuluina lea o oe e le Atua e faavavau e pei o fetu (Tanielu 12:3). O e fua mai ni fua moni e tusa ma tapulaa a le Atua? I le suafa o Iesu, Amene. 

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"Am I really one of those who depend upon their mental prayer, their visits to the Blessed Sacrament, above all upon their Mass or their Communion, to put real moving power into their preaching? If I am not, I may perhaps be a loudly 'tinkling cymbal,' or even give forth the more pompous din of 'sounding brass,' but I am not communicating to others any love, that love which makes the eloquence of the friends of God impossible to resist." Part Four of the classic work by the French Trappist monk, Dom Jean-Baptiste Chautard (1858-1935), describes the many ways in which the interior life ensures the fruitfulness of active apostolic works. Episode 4: Part Four (sections a - d) 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - The Interior Life is the Condition on which the Fruitfulness of Active Works Depends 07:36 - a. The Interior Life Draws Down the Blessings of God 15:18 - b. It Makes the Apostle Capable of Sanctifying Others by His Example 23:51 - c. It Makes the Apostle Radiate the Supernatural: the Efficacy of This Radiation 01:13:42 - d. It Makes the Gospel Worker Truly Eloquent This work will be released in its entirety in episodic format. Links The Soul of the Apostolate full text: https://www.cmri.org/0-olmc-mission/catholic-books/soul_of_the_apostolate.pdf SUBSCRIBE to Catholic Culture Audiobooks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-culture-audiobooks/id1482214268 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter http://www.catholicculture.org/newsletter DONATE at http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Theme music: "2 Part Invention", composed by Mark Christopher Brandt, performed by Thomas Mirus. ©️2019 Heart of the Lion Publishing Co./BMI. All rights reserved.

What if the real sign of wealth isn't your bank account, but the number of kids around your dinner table? Chocolate Knox from CrossPolitic joins Refining Rhetoric to flip the script on modern family planning. With seven kids and counting, Knox shares why he and his wife decided to "replace the stupid people" in their family lineage and create a new generation that honors God. Discover how God has faithfully provided through every season, from figuring out how to fit everyone in one vehicle to navigating the transition from public school indoctrination to classical Christian education. Knox unpacks why the church bears responsibility for America's decline, how the feminist movement is already showing its cracks (yes, even in the Barbie movie), and why black families especially should flee government schools. Plus, practical advice for young singles on how to inflation-proof their future and set themselves up for the silk life: single income, lots of kids. This conversation challenges the lie that children are a financial burden and reveals them as the generational wealth investment God always intended. If you're tired of the dink (double income, no kids) propaganda and ready to embrace biblical fruitfulness, this episode is for you. Resources: https://crosspolitic.com/ https://x.com/Chocolate_Knox   This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by: Woke and Weaponized: How Karl Marx Won the Battle for American Education—And How We Can Win It Back – A new book written by Robert Bortins and Alex Newman.  Discover the shocking truth about how current education reform efforts may actually accelerate the destruction of educational freedom. Through meticulous research, Woke and Weaponized traces the philosophical roots of educational corruption from Robert Owen and John Dewey to critical race theory, while offering practical strategies for families ready to pursue genuine educational independence. Join our exclusive list to be notified the moment it becomes available — plus receive special launch updates and insider information.  www.WokeAndWeaponized.com

Takeaway: Transformation precedes transmission. What hasn't changed you can't change others.   Action Step: Walk the road to greater fruitfulness by becoming more like Jesus.    Show Notes:   Join Justin at the Disciple Making Summit!    Watch Us On YouTube  Justin's Website Tony's Website Navigators Church Ministries The Follow2Lead Podcast

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011426.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC, reflects on the heart of the discernment of every vocation: learning to listen to God. Vocation is not just about priesthood or religious life — it is the unique call God has placed in your life. Marriage, single life, priesthood, religious life — each is holy, each is purposeful, and each is a path to sanctity when lived in prayer and trust.God speaks more often than we realize: through Scripture, the teachings of the Church, the Liturgy, the neighbors He places in our lives, and some of the quiet movements of our hearts. But to hear Him, we must create space for silence. Prayer is not only talking to God; it is letting God speak.Father Chris reminds us that God does not waste a single moment. Even seasons that feel uncertain, temporary, or difficult are part of His providential plan. What matters is the courage to say yes, even when the path involves sacrifice. Fruitfulness — not comfort — is the measure of a life lived for Christ.Every vocation requires trust. Every vocation includes a cross. But every vocation, faithfully lived, becomes a powerful witness of God's mercy, truth, and love in the world.Are we listening when God calls? ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, Brooke Thomas delves into the often-overlooked challenge of protecting the vision that God has entrusted to us, especially as women leaders and entrepreneurs. She unpacks how vision doesn't typically disappear in loud, dramatic moments, but quietly gets lost through discouragement, distraction, delay, and isolation. Brooke shares her personal insights, biblical encouragement, and practical strategies for guarding your vision, staying anchored in faith, and resisting the temptation to give up during slow or unseen seasons. With a focus on community, active trust, and devoted prayer, Brooke equips listeners to stay awake to their calling and trust that God is not done until it's good. This episode will inspire you to reclaim clarity, nurture your momentum, and pursue your divine purpose with confidence and hope. Register for Momentum: https://brookethomas.com/momentum Timestamps: 

Are you living the life God called you to live, or are you settling for spiritual mediocrity? In this powerful message, Pastor Jerry Dirmann teaches from John 15:5-8 about how to make your life count through abiding in Christ and bearing much fruit. Jesus promises that when you abide in Him and He in you, you WILL bear much fruit—guaranteed. This isn't about working on church staff or having perfect circumstances. It's about immediate obedience and refusing to waste the time God has given you. Discover why Peter and Andrew immediately left their nets to follow Jesus, and what that means for your life today. Learn how Pastor Jerry's mother, working graveyard shifts while raising three sons, made an eternal impact by prioritizing discipleship. Understand why Jesus said "many are called, but few are chosen" and how you can be among the chosen who follow Him wholeheartedly. If you've been feeling stuck, spiritually mediocre, or like your life isn't making the impact God designed, this message is for you. Pastor Jerry shares the truth that will set you free: "If you wait, you waste." The time to follow Jesus is now—immediately, not after you get your circumstances in order. Start your own discipleship group at therocknetwork.com. Let's refuse to live average Christian lives and instead build solid lives that build solid lives. KEY TAKEAWAYS:  ✓ He who abides in Christ and Christ in him bears much fruit (John 15:5) ✓ Fruitfulness isn't about human energy—it's about Holy Spirit power  ✓ Immediate obedience is required when Jesus calls  ✓ You don't need perfect circumstances to make an eternal impact  ✓ Making disciples who make disciples is the path to kingdom impact  ✓ If you wait, you waste—don't delay following Jesus SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:  • John 15:5-8 - Abiding in Christ and bearing fruit  • John 8:31-32 - Continuing in God's Word brings freedom  • Matthew 4:18-22 - Disciples immediately left their nets  • Luke 9:57-62 - The cost of following Jesus  • Matthew 28:19-20 - The Great Commission to make disciples NEXT STEPS:  

Many Kingdom entrepreneurs are faithful, disciplined, and doing the work, yet still wonder why the results feel invisible. I break down why God defines fruitfulness through obedience, alignment, and stewardship rather than recognition, and how unseen seeds often produce the greatest impact over time. This message is a reset for anyone measuring success by outcomes instead of faithfulness.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed.Inside the Journey Feed, you'll get:Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.Private Invites – Be first to join challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.Go Deeper With The Flame Starter BookTake the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In Purpose. On Purpose.™Support The MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to help us continue creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for kingdom entrepreneurs like you. I am an independent podcaster and your support helps keep me going.Journey To Mastery is produced by EF3 Studios

Are you living the life God called you to live, or are you settling for spiritual mediocrity? In this powerful message, Pastor Jerry Dirmann teaches from John 15:5-8 about how to make your life count through abiding in Christ and bearing much fruit. Jesus promises that when you abide in Him and He in you, you WILL bear much fruit—guaranteed. This isn't about working on church staff or having perfect circumstances. It's about immediate obedience and refusing to waste the time God has given you. Discover why Peter and Andrew immediately left their nets to follow Jesus, and what that means for your life today. Learn how Pastor Jerry's mother, working graveyard shifts while raising three sons, made an eternal impact by prioritizing discipleship. Understand why Jesus said "many are called, but few are chosen" and how you can be among the chosen who follow Him wholeheartedly. If you've been feeling stuck, spiritually mediocre, or like your life isn't making the impact God designed, this message is for you. Pastor Jerry shares the truth that will set you free: "If you wait, you waste." The time to follow Jesus is now—immediately, not after you get your circumstances in order. Start your own discipleship group at therocknetwork.com. Let's refuse to live average Christian lives and instead build solid lives that build solid lives. KEY TAKEAWAYS:  ✓ He who abides in Christ and Christ in him bears much fruit (John 15:5) ✓ Fruitfulness isn't about human energy—it's about Holy Spirit power  ✓ Immediate obedience is required when Jesus calls  ✓ You don't need perfect circumstances to make an eternal impact  ✓ Making disciples who make disciples is the path to kingdom impact  ✓ If you wait, you waste—don't delay following Jesus SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:  • John 15:5-8 - Abiding in Christ and bearing fruit  • John 8:31-32 - Continuing in God's Word brings freedom  • Matthew 4:18-22 - Disciples immediately left their nets  • Luke 9:57-62 - The cost of following Jesus  • Matthew 28:19-20 - The Great Commission to make disciples NEXT STEPS:  

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Join Pastor Chadwick King for an inspiring message at The Promise Center Church

Join Pastor Chadwick King for an inspiring message at The Promise Center Church

As the new year begins, this episode is a word of encouragement for Abrahamic fathers who are carrying more than most people ever see. For the dads who shoulder responsibility quietly. For the husbands who keep showing up. For the men who serve God and their families faithfully—even when no one applauds. It's easy to lose sight of why we're doing all of this. In this special New Year's address, Steven calls fathers back to their divine assignment: to love their wives as Christ loved the Church, to die daily for the good of their families, and to lead with sacrificial strength. This isn't about hype or resolutions—it's about faithfulness, holiness, and stewarding every area of life God has entrusted to you. As we step into 2026, this is your reminder: what you do matters. Your obedience matters. Your quiet sacrifices matter. The Kingdom starts at home. About Abraham's Wallet: Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Chapters (00:00:00) - A message for fathers in 2019(00:07:08) - 5 Spiritual Capitals That Matter(00:11:26) - Physical Capital and Financial Capital(00:16:26) - 365 Days of Fruitfulness for You(00:19:50) - God's Blessing for You in 2026

Welcome back to the podcas, as we close out this year with a special New Year's episode!--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.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--Every new year brings a familiar pressure: do more, be better, try harder. But on the night before His crucifixion, Jesus offered His disciples something radically different. In a moment filled with uncertainty, anxiety, and transition, He revealed the true secrets to a fruitful life—not through striving, but through connection.A Moment of TransitionJohn 15 isn't a traditional “New Year's passage,” but it may be the most important chapter for stepping into a new season. Jesus and His disciples are in the Upper Room. He has washed their feet. They've shared the Last Supper. Judas has already left. The weight of what's coming hangs heavy in the air.This moment feels like a final speech—Jesus preparing His closest followers for life without His physical presence. Twice in John 14, He tells them not to let their hearts be troubled or afraid. And yet, they clearly are.We can relate. None of us knows what awaits us in the coming year. We don't know what challenges, changes, or losses might be ahead. So how can we live without fear? Jesus answers that question in John 15.Secret #1: Think Like a Producer, Not a ConsumerJesus begins with a metaphor:John 15:1–2 (NLT) – “I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn't produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.”The disciples were likely confused. They were focused on themselves—Why are you leaving us? Why can't we go with you? But Jesus flips the perspective. He shifts the focus outward.Fruitfulness isn't about self-improvement; it's about impact.A consumer mindset asks, What do I get out of this?A producer mindset asks, What can God do through me?This changes everything—our marriages, our parenting, our work, our church involvement. Instead of seeing ourselves as victims of circumstances, we begin asking how we can bring peace, serve others, and make disciples. Jesus had just modeled this by washing His disciples' feet.A fruitful life starts when we stop making it all about us.Secret #2: Stay Connected to the VineJesus continues:John 15:4–5 (NLT) – “Remain in me, and I will remain in you… For apart from me you can do nothing.”The image is organic, not mechanical. Branches don't strive to produce fruit; they simply stay connected. This runs counter to how we're wired. We're taught to maximize effort, build better habits, and dig deeper into ourselves.But Jesus says fruit comes from abiding—learning the art of being with Him.That's harder than it sounds. Many of us are good at doing things for God, but not being with God. Remaining requires intentional...

Pastor Esteban Garcia preaches through John 12:20-26.

Seven Ways to Know You're in the Will of God • Sunday Service Website: www.PastorTodd.org To give: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Seven Ways to Know You're in the Will of God (And How You Know When You're Not) Let me tell you something up front: The will of God is not a mystery! Religion paints this picture like God is hiding His will from you, and you've got to stumble around in the dark hoping you trip into it. No! God's will is clear, God's will is knowable, and God's will brings you into blessing and kingdom advancement. If you're not in the will of God, you're wasting time, spinning your wheels, and giving the devil a foothold in your life. But when you're in His will, you don't just survive—you multiply, you advance, and you shake the nations for Christ. 1. Peace in Your Spirit Scripture: “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.” — Colossians 3:15 (NKJV) 2. Confirmation by the Word of God Scripture: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105 (NKJV) 3. Fruitfulness and Multiplication Scripture: “You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles?” — Matthew 7:16 (NKJV) 4. Open Doors by God's Hand Scripture: “I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.” — Revelation 3:8 (NKJV) 5. The Witness of the Holy Spirit Scripture: “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” — Romans 8:16 (NKJV) 6. Provision in the Assignment Scripture: “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19 (NKJV) 7. Advancing the Kingdom of God Scripture: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” — Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) How You Know You're NOT in the Will of God Let me hit this quickly and clearly. The Bible shows us markers of being outside His will: 1. Confusion and unrest. “For God is not the author of confusion but of peace.” — 1 Corinthians 14:33 (NKJV) 2. Compromise against Scripture. “But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you… let him be accursed.” — Galatians 1:8 (NKJV) 3. Lack of fruit. “If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered.” — John 15:6 (NKJV) 4. Constant striving with no breakthrough. “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NKJV) 5. Ignoring conviction. “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” — Ephesians 4:30 (NKJV) 6. Living in lack. “You have sown much, and bring in little… he who earns wages, earns wages to put into a bag with holes.” — Haggai 1:6 (NKJV) 7. Self-glory instead of God's glory. “I am the Lord, that is My name; and My glory I will not give to another.” — Isaiah 42:8 (NKJV) Conclusion Friend, the will of God is not something you have to stumble into—it's something you step into by faith and obedience. When you're in His will, peace rules your heart, doors open, fruit multiplies, provision flows, and the Kingdom advances. When you're out of it, confusion reigns, doors slam shut, provision dries up, and your life feels like pushing a boulder uphill. Make up your mind tonight: I will live in the center of God's will. I will not be distracted. I will not compromise. I will not settle. Because when you're in His will—you're unstoppable.

This episode explores the theme of "being the head and not the tail," drawing from Deuteronomy 28 to encourage listeners to shift from a mindset of bondage and subservience to one of leadership and obedience to God. Samuel emphasizes that blessings follow faithful submission and obedience, contrasting the generational effects of living in freedom versus captivity. Practical examples illustrate how spiritual and financial freedom can be cultivated over time, impacting future generations. The episode closes with a call to embrace obedience, patience, and a lifestyle distinct from worldly patterns, trusting that God equips and blesses those who follow His ways.