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Do you look at your day and wonder, "How am I supposed to get all of this done by myself?" These 8 Scriptures will help you see that God is right there with you. He wants to help you, guide you, and give you the peace and clarity you need for whatever you're facing today. Listen to this to let Him meet you right where you need Him today. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, confused, or unsure what to do next, this episode will remind you that God is not the author of confusion. He is a God of peace, wisdom, order, and direction. These Scriptures and practical tips will help you hear God's voice, trust His leading, and find peace in the middle of life's pressures. IN THIS EPISODE What to do when you're overwhelmed trying to hear from God How to stop looking to everyone else's opinions for answers Why perfectionism and performance leave so many women exhausted The connection between people pleasing and overwhelm What Mary and Martha teach us about doing too much How to stop letting emotions run your day What to do when you don't know what decision to make Why God never intended for you to carry life's burdens alone Practical action steps to help you find more peace and clarity SCRIPTURES MENTIONED John 10:27 Proverbs 3:5-6 2 Corinthians 12:9 Galatians 1:10 Luke 10:41-42 1 Corinthians 14:33 Isaiah 30:21 Matthew 11:28 SHARE THIS EPISODE If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs this reminder today. And if Living God's Way has encouraged your faith, would you take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review, comment, and share helps another woman find hope and encouragement through God's Word. NEW HERE? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life http://kimdolanleto.com/start For more encouragement, my books, courses, and resources, https://kimdolanleto.com Remember, you are called, chosen, and set apart—and you were made to live God's way. With so much love, Kim Dolan Leto Listen or Watch Living God's Way All Episodes: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-gods-way-with-kim-dolan-leto-christian-habits/id1504962677 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ymer79UOqIbItrwPJErxC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kimdolanletofit Connect with Me Newsletter: https://kimdolanleto.com/get-on-the-list Website: https://kimdolanleto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/kimdolanleto Facebook: https://facebook.com/kimdolanleto YouTube: https://youtube.com/kimdolanletofit
Share a commentTrying to become more loving, patient, or self-controlled by sheer effort is exhausting, and it usually collapses before you even get out of the driveway. We take a hard look at why that happens by returning to a simple but freeing claim: it is the fruit of the Spirit, not the fruit of us. Using Romans 7, we talk about being joined to the risen Christ so our lives can bear “fruit for God,” the kind of spiritual fruit that comes from relationship, not pressure.We walk through three big categories of fruit God grows in believers: the Savior's character (righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ), sanctified conduct that makes holiness visible to the people around us, and the Spirit's control that replaces “fruit for death” with “fruit unto life.” Then we turn to Galatians 5 to contrast the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit, and we underline a key detail: it is one fruit with many expressions, like a cluster of grapes, not separate traits we master one at a time.Along the way, we use two surprising stories to make it stick. “Mad as a hatter” becomes a picture of how long-term exposure produces long-term effects, and Helen Keller's bond with Anne Sullivan becomes a moving illustration of the closeness Jesus wants with us. If you want practical Christian spiritual growth, deeper sanctification, and a clearer understanding of abiding in Christ (John 15), press play, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show
In this episode of The Leader's Notebook (Ep. 317), I take you into Paul's powerful letter to the Galatians and one of the most important truths in all of Scripture: salvation comes by faith alone in Jesus Christ. From Galatians 3, we discover why Paul spoke so forcefully against anything that tries to add human effort, religious performance, or legalism to the finished work of Christ. The Gospel is not Jesus plus something else—it is Jesus alone. Through the story of the Galatian churches, we explore the danger of being drawn away from the simplicity of faith and into systems of rules, guilt, and spiritual performance. Whether the temptation comes through religious traditions, legalistic thinking, or the pressure to earn God's favor, Paul reminds us that Christ has already borne the curse and secured our freedom. This message is a timely call to trust fully in the grace of God, rest in the sufficiency of Christ, and live by the power of the Holy Spirit rather than the works of the flesh.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters (00:00:03) - The Leaders Notebook(00:00:26) - Congratulations! Travis Rutland Launches a Podcast(00:01:59) - You've Got Mail(00:10:12) - Paul's opposition to Gentiles in the New Testament(00:18:59) - Paul compares Gentile believers to Jews(00:27:02) - What the Law Can Produce(00:31:36) - Pentecostal Legalism(00:38:42) - Confessions and the Sin(00:39:19) - Paul on the Life of Prisoners(00:45:15) - The Leader's Notebook
Share a commentTrying to become more loving, patient, or self-controlled by sheer effort is exhausting, and it usually collapses before you even get out of the driveway. We take a hard look at why that happens by returning to a simple but freeing claim: it is the fruit of the Spirit, not the fruit of us. Using Romans 7, we talk about being joined to the risen Christ so our lives can bear “fruit for God,” the kind of spiritual fruit that comes from relationship, not pressure.We walk through three big categories of fruit God grows in believers: the Savior's character (righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ), sanctified conduct that makes holiness visible to the people around us, and the Spirit's control that replaces “fruit for death” with “fruit unto life.” Then we turn to Galatians 5 to contrast the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit, and we underline a key detail: it is one fruit with many expressions, like a cluster of grapes, not separate traits we master one at a time.Along the way, we use two surprising stories to make it stick. “Mad as a hatter” becomes a picture of how long-term exposure produces long-term effects, and Helen Keller's bond with Anne Sullivan becomes a moving illustration of the closeness Jesus wants with us. If you want practical Christian spiritual growth, deeper sanctification, and a clearer understanding of abiding in Christ (John 15), press play, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/Support the show
Good — I can see exactly how you format your Podbean show notes. Here you go, written to match your style: Have you ever scrolled through social media and seen another Christian working mom who seems to have it all together — the morning devotionals, the thriving career, the happy kids — and thought, "Why can't I do that? What is wrong with me?" Friend, that comparison trap doesn't just feel like jealousy. For faith-led women, it feels like spiritual failure. And today we are breaking it wide open. In this episode we're talking about: Why comparison hits so differently for Christian working moms What Scripture actually says about running YOUR race (Hebrews 12:1, Galatians 6:4) 3 practical, faith-rooted steps to break free from the comparison trap for good You were not made to run her race. You were made to run yours — faithfully, imperfectly, and for God's glory.
Motion Church | Victor, Week 3: "Eat Your Own Bread" Week 3 of the Victor series adds another layer to the conversation — and fair warning, this one's a little offensive. In the best way possible. After recapping the first two weeks — victims ask why, victors ask what; victims believe they control nothing, victors control what they can and trust God with the rest — this message dives into a third major difference between the two groups: how they view their lives as a resource. The big idea: "Victors view their lives as a resource to be invested. Victims view their lives as a commodity to be spent." Everything you have — time, talent, gifts, experiences, even the hard stuff — is a resource to be intentionally invested into the lives of others and the kingdom of God. Victims, on the other hand, spend it however they want, whenever they want, and then wonder why they're running on empty. From there, the title gets renamed mid-message, courtesy of 2 Thessalonians 3 — one of the more "savage" passages in Paul's letters: "If anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat either." The aspiration of a victor? "Work in a quiet fashion and eat your own bread." Stop worrying about everybody else's bread. "They spend more energy peeping the lives of others than they do working on their own." This naturally leads to Galatians 6:7 — "Do not be deceived. God is not mocked. Whatever a man sows, this he will also reap." Victors reap. Victims weep. And the reason is simple: "If you sow sparingly, you will also reap sparingly. He who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully." That's not just about money — it's about love, kindness, friendship, and family. "If you want love in your life, you better sow love. If you want peace in your life, you better sow peace." As one very wise grandpa with a fifth-grade education once put it: "Are you being a good friend?" The message lands on Matthew 7 and the two gates: the wide road that leads to destruction and the narrow gate that leads to life. "What you find will determine the path that you go down." Victors find the right gate — because Jesus said, "I am the gate, I am the door, I am the way, I am the truth, I am the life." "If you want to live a life of true victory, you know Jesus, you follow Jesus, and you honor Jesus. That's winning at things that actually matter." And here's the kicker about fairness: "God, who didn't have to, who didn't deserve to... willingly, gladly sacrificed and gave up his own life in our place." That's not fair. But it's the invitation we've been given. "Why don't we just be thankful for what we have been invited to?" Your life is a resource. Use it well. Sow bountifully. Eat your own bread.
What if the power you're praying for is already alive in you—waiting for Christ's identity to take root and grow? We pull back the curtain on how spiritual gifts actually mature, moving from a flash of revelation to steady, dependable operation. Rather than chasing techniques or isolated Scriptures, we trace a path that begins with identity, passes through formation, and results in a life where the Spirit flows because Jesus truly dwells in our hearts.We explore why Romans 8, Galatians 2, and Ephesians 3 are not stand-alone slogans but a single story: the Spirit puts to death the old ways as Christ lives in us, and “exceeding abundantly” becomes real when our inner life is shaped by His presence. Along the way, we dig into the garden of Eden and manna in the wilderness as living metaphors. In Eden, God forms, plants, and causes growth where He walks with us. With manna, what looks abundant from a distance appears small up close—daily seed that trains trust. Both images reframe expectations: God shows us the end to anchor hope but starts with a seed that requires patient care.If you've seen a bold vision—revival, healing, multiplication—expect God to address the inner ground first. He will shape attitude, peace, and humility to carry the weight of what's coming. Gifts begin as grace in the heart and mature into operations that work, not sporadically but naturally, because they flow from relationship. We share testimonies of healings and baptisms, offer practical steps to nurture the seed, and challenge the mindset that tries to “buy” the kingdom with effort. Walking with the King outperforms any hack, and it restores joy where frustration once lived.Ready to trade striving for presence and see your revelation become fruit? Listen now, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a quick review so more people can find the show. Subscribe for future conversations on identity, gifts, and the five-fold ministry, and tell us: what seed is God growing in you today?We love to hear from our listeners! Thank you! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1639030158?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_VZBSV9T4GT4AMRWEWXJE&skipTwisterOG=1 Support the showhttps://www.youtube.com/@charlesgrobinettehttps://www.instagram.com/charles.g.robinette/https://author.amazon.com/bookshttps://charlesgrobinette.com/
Jesus Followers Must Meet Jesus' Expectation of His “Great Commission” By Both “Going” and “Making Disciples” MESSAGE SUMMARY: Jesus, in Luke 15:4-7, tells us, through His Parable of The Lost Sheep, the importance to God of our discipleship: “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.' Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.". Immediately before His Ascension into Heaven Jesus told the Apostles and us today, in His Great Commission found in Matthew 28:18-20, that as we go into our communities and into all parts of the world, we are to make disciples: “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'”. We must begin, as followers of Jesus, to meet His fundamental expectation for us by both going and making disciples! TODAY'S PRAYER: Abba Father, I open my clenched fists to surrender everything you have given to me. Reestablish my identity in you — not in my family, my work, my accomplishments, or what others think of me. Cleanse the things in me that are not conformed to your will. By faith I unite my will to yours so that the likeness of Jesus Christ may be formed in me. In his name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 85). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Anxiety. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Peace. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 10:16; Matthew 16:24-28; Psalms 29:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Are You Willing to Speak Up and Share, Publicly, Your Relationship with Jesus”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
6/15/26. Five Minutes in the Word scriptures for today: Galatians 3:28. The Circle of One Family. Resources: biblehub.com; logos.com; Blog: https://minutesword.blogspot.com/2026/06/the-circle-of-one-family.html Listen daily at 10:00 am CST on https://kingdompraiseradio.com Podcast website: https://www.hwscott.net/podcast.php YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@hhwscott LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! #MinutesWord; @MinutesWord; #dailybiblestudy #dailydevotional #Christian_podcaster #CommissionsEarned Pulpit Commentary (this is an D) https://amzn.to/40XhL83
Morning lessons: Psalms 115; Joshua 24; Galatians 2. Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto your Name give the praise, for your loving mercy and for your truth's sake.
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Does grace give us a free pass to live however we want? In this episode, Dr. John tackles one of the oldest objections to the gospel — that justification by faith alone leads to careless living. Working through Galatians 2:17–21, he shows that the life of true faith doesn't produce sinfulness, but something far more powerful: the life of Christ himself, alive and at work within the believer.No Compromise: The book of Galatians was written because the gospel was under attack — and it still is today. From false teachers in ancient Galatia to the distortions we encounter in our own time, the battle over the heart of the Christian faith has never stopped. Join Dr. John for this four-part series as he works through one of Scripture's most urgent letters, asking what the true gospel is, where it comes from, and why getting it right changes everything.
Moses - A Story of Faith and Deliverance In this week's sermon, we continued our exploration of the life of Moses, focusing on the theme of faith and deliverance. The story of Moses is deeply intertwined with the overarching narrative of God's redemptive plan, which is evident throughout the Bible. Key Scripture References Galatians 4:4: "But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law." Genesis 41:38: Pharaoh recognizes the spirit of God in Joseph. Exodus 1-2: The birth and early life of Moses. Hebrews 11:23: By faith, Moses' parents hid him for three months. Joshua 24:14: Encouragement to serve the Lord faithfully. 2 Chronicles 16:9: "For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him." The Story of Moses The narrative begins with the Israelites enslaved in Egypt, a time when a new Pharaoh, who did not know Joseph, rose to power. This Pharaoh, fearing the growing number of Israelites, enacted a genocidal decree to kill all Hebrew baby boys. However, the story of Moses begins with an act of defiance and faith by his parents, who hid him for three months. The Role of Faith Active Faith: Moses' parents demonstrated incredible faith by defying Pharaoh's edict, a theme echoed in Hebrews 11:23. Their actions were driven by a fear of God rather than fear of man. Fear of God: This fear is described as "faith in selfless action." It is the courage to act according to God's will, even when it means standing against worldly powers. The Deliverance Plan God's Timing: Just as Jesus came "when the set time had fully come" (Galatians 4:4), Moses was born at a crucial time to deliver God's people. Divine Protection: The midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, feared God and protected the Hebrew boys, including Moses, which was crucial for the deliverance plan. Lessons for Today God Works Through Faith: God often chooses to work through those who fear Him, as seen in the faith of Moses' parents and the midwives. FB Meyer notes that God seeks the cooperation of man in fulfilling His purposes. Fear of God vs. Fear of Man: The sermon challenges us to examine whether we truly fear God, which should lead to a life distinguishable from the world. The fear of God gives us the courage to resist societal pressures. God's Search for the Faithful: 2 Chronicles 16:9 reminds us that God is actively seeking those whose hearts are fully committed to Him, to strengthen them for His purposes. Conclusion The story of Moses is a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness and the importance of living a life of active faith. As we reflect on this narrative, we are encouraged to examine our own lives and ask if we are living in the fear of God, allowing Him to work through us to bring about change in the world. Let us be inspired by the courage of Moses' parents and the midwives, and strive to be the faithful servants God seeks to advance His kingdom.
When Conviction Becomes CharacterTeaching & Prayer with Overseer Azizah MorrisonContinuing the June series, Mature Christianity, this teaching explores the difference between knowing truth and becoming transformed by it.Drawing from Luke 6:46–48, James 1:22, and Galatians 4:19, Overseer Azizah Morrison challenges believers to move beyond information and embrace spiritual formation. Jesus asked, “Why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?” That question becomes the foundation for a deeper conversation about obedience, character, and authentic spiritual growth.This lesson teaches that spiritual maturity is revealed when conviction becomes character—when the truths we profess begin to shape the way we live, think, respond, and walk with God. Listeners are encouraged to examine the difference between hearing the Word and applying it, between spiritual inspiration and lasting transformation.The accompanying prayer invites the Holy Spirit to search the heart, strengthen obedience, expose areas that still need growth, and continue the lifelong work of forming Christ within His people.This is a call to move beyond merely knowing about Christ and to embrace the process of becoming like Him. Spiritual maturity is not measured by what we know, but by what God is producing within us.
You were saved by grace—and God wants you to live that way daily. Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce continues her Galatians study, teaching how grace leads to peace and freedom.
If you've been feeling tired, overwhelmed, depleted, or just quietly wondering where God is in the middle of a very full life — this episode is for you. And honestly? It might be for me too, because I'm recording this in one of those seasons myself. Today we're doing something a little different. Instead of going deep in a passage, we're talking about what to do when deep feels like too much — when you need less, not more. Specifically, I'm walking you through one of my favorite practices for weary seasons: handwriting scripture. Not typing it. Not scrolling past it. Actually writing it out, slowly, in your own hand — because something happens in your brain when you do that. The words land differently. They go deeper. And over time, they become part of that personal library of God's voice that the Holy Spirit can pull from when you need it most. That's what Psalm 119:11 means when it says I have hidden your word in my heart — it's scripture moving into your long-term memory, where it lives and stays even when you haven't opened your Bible in weeks. I'm sharing the five verses I wrote out for myself today — and why each one hit me fresh even though I've known some of them for years: 2 Corinthians 4:1 — "Since through God's mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart." Everything we do is through His mercy, not our striving. 2 Corinthians 4:7–9 — "We have this treasure in jars of clay." Life is hard — not might be hard. But hard-pressed is not crushed. Perplexed is not despairing. Isaiah 40:28–29 — "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." Your only qualification for this promise is that you need it. 1 Peter 5:6–7 — "Cast all your anxiety on Him, for He cares for you." All of it. No anxiety too small, too irrational, or too shameful to hand over. Galatians 6:9 — "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." God sees every seed you're planting in this season. None of it is wasted. This summer, we'll be replaying some favorite episodes while I try to practice what I'm preaching and be present for this last summer with my youngest at home. I'll miss you, but I trust God's Word is living and active, which means an episode from three years ago can still fall fresh on your heart today. Want More?
EPISODE DETAIL:We do long to do what God has planned in our life. We chase after dreams in hopes that they will happen in the way that we see it in our minds. When we finally surrender to God's will for our lives, we come to a moment where God will ask us to trust Him. Will you just God to do the Work in you?Bible Verse(s): Nehemiah 3; Philippians 2:12-13; Ephesians 2:8-10; Galatians 2:15-21-------------------------------Top 100 list at Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/christian_men_podcasts/E: warriorwithin.christianmanhood@gmail.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorwarriorwithinMerch Store: https://wwcm-podcast.printify.me/productsPayPal DONATIONS: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KC3DTP8HM7DAEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WarriorWithinMinistriesStudios-----------------------------------------------------Affiliated with Talitha Coffee: https://talitha.com/pastordido-----------------------------------------------------Track: Jim Yosef - Samurai [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch:Free Download / Stream:http://NCS.io/Samurai
In this sermon, Pastor Jake unpacks Revelation 15 and invites us to “follow the smoke” of God's presence through the wilderness of this age. Drawing rich parallels between Revelation and the Exodus story, he shows how the same fire that judges evil (Revelation 15:1, 7–8; Exodus 9–12) becomes protection and sanctuary for those who stand in the “burned over place” of the cross (Isaiah 53:4–6; Galatians 2:20).Key themes include:New Exodus & the WildernessSee how Revelation presents the church as God's people on a wilderness journey (Revelation 12:6, 14; 15:2–4), echoing Israel's path from Egypt to the Promised Land (Exodus 14–17; Deuteronomy 8:2–3). We are learning to guard our allegiance to the Lamb (Revelation 14:1–5) and resist the dragon, the beasts, and Babylon (Revelation 12–13; 17–18).Plagues, Justice, and the Prayers of the SaintsExplore how the seven bowls of wrath (Revelation 15:1, 7; 16:1–21) mirror the plagues of Egypt (Exodus 7–12) and are connected to the prayers of the saints (Revelation 5:8; 8:3–5). God's judgment is His measured, righteous response to evil (Romans 2:5; 2 Peter 3:9–10) and His answer to our longing for justice (Luke 18:1–8).Sea of Glass & Song of Moses and the LambJohn's vision of the sea of glass glowing with fire (Revelation 15:2) recalls Israel standing safe on the far side of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21–31). At the very center of judgment imagery is worship: the people of God singing the song of Moses and the Lamb (Revelation 15:3–4; Exodus 15:1–18; Psalm 98:1–3). Worship and presence are inseparable (Revelation 4–5; John 4:23–24).Smoke, Glory, and the Way InThe temple filled with smoke (Revelation 15:5–8) points back to God's glory filling the tabernacle and making it unenterable (Exodus 40:34–35) and the temple scenes of Isaiah and Ezekiel (Isaiah 6:1–7; Ezekiel 10:3–4). Pastor Jake shows how this is not exclusion but invitation: the Lamb is both sacrifice and high priest (Hebrews 4:14–16; 9:11–14; 10:19–22), the only way into God's presence (John 14:6).From there, the message presses home three Spirit-formed works in our wilderness journey:Provision – Learning dependence as God provides in supernatural ways (Exodus 16–17; Matthew 6:25–34; Philippians 4:19). True maturity is not independence from God but joyful reliance on Him (John 15:5).Protection – Living boldly in a world where the dragon wages war on the church (Revelation 12:17; 13:7), yet knowing that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ (Romans 8:31–39; John 10:27–30; Psalm 91:1–4).Preparation – Allowing the wilderness to expose and sanctify our hearts (Deuteronomy 8:2; 1 Peter 1:6–7; James 1:2–4). Through community, correction, and surrender, we are being formed into a people ready for honorable use (2 Timothy 2:20–21) and for the age to come (Revelation 21:1–5).If you're walking through fire, wrestling with dependence, or facing spiritual opposition, this message calls you to stand in the finished work of Jesus, follow the smoke of His presence, and trust His provision, protection, and preparation in the wilderness.
Pastor Luke Simmons continues our new series, “How to Pray,” by walking slowly through the simple yet deep opening of the Lord's Prayer: “Our Father in heaven.”In this message, Luke explores what it means that God invites us to relate to Him as Father, how that identity shapes our status and confidence before Him, and why understanding God as Father can make prayer feel more natural and less forced.You'll also hear practical help on “praying like a child”—coming to God with honesty, boldness, and dependence in everyday life. This sermon is based in Matthew 6:9 and connects to themes from passages like John 1, Galatians 4, Ephesians 1, and Matthew 6.*HOW TO FIND US**SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YouTube CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@IronwoodChurchAZFACEBOOK / ironwoodchurchaz INSTAGRAM / ironwood.church WEBSITE https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/
#darkness #lightoftheworld #expose Do you know what pleases the Lord? Do you know what it means to expose sin? In this message by Pastor Jon, he digs in and answers those questions. Ephesians 5:8-14, Matthew 5:14-16, Galatians 5:22-23, Psalm 51:17, Romans 12:2, Matthew 7:1-6 Please follow our websites for more! Website: http://www.newlifechurchsf.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewLifeSF/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/7Ig-qXgVAmE/ Pastor Alex Klimchuk New Life Church 500 S 1st Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57104
What Actually Happens When You Get Baptized?Most of us have watched a baptism. The water, the moment, the applause. But what if there's something happening beneath the surface that most people never stop to think about?Here's something worth sitting with: repentance is the first word of the gospel. The first word out of John the Baptist's mouth. The first word of Jesus' public ministry. The first instruction after the resurrection. The first word of the first Christian sermon. Baptism is where that repentance goes public — where an inward decision becomes an outward declaration.In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae unpacks the scene in Matthew 3 where Jesus steps into the Jordan River — and what that moment reveals about three things baptism marks fresh in every believer's life: a new identity in Christ, an inauguration into life and ministry, and a living illustration of the gospel itself.Whether you were baptized decades ago or are still figuring out what you believe, this is an invitation to remember what that moment meant — and to keep living like it actually does.
God is a promise-keeping God.From the moment sin entered the world, God began unfolding a plan to rescue and redeem humanity. In this message, we continue our journey Through the Bible by exploring the life of Abraham and the covenant that would shape the rest of Scripture.Using passages from Genesis 12-37 and Galatians 3, we explore:• The three promises God made to Abraham• What a biblical covenant really means• Why faith is trusting God even when you can't see the outcome• How God's promises survived Abraham's failures• The stories of Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph• Why God's timeline is often longer than our plans• How the covenant with Abraham points to Jesus• What God's promises mean for believers todayThis message isn't just about Abraham's story.It's about discovering that God's faithfulness is greater than our mistakes.Abraham lied.He doubted.He got impatient.Yet God remained faithful to every promise He made.“Abraham believed the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness.” — Genesis 15:6God's promises are bigger than our mistakes.God's timeline is longer than our plans.God's purpose is greater than our understanding.
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike explores Galatians 3:6–9 and the powerful truth that God's blessings have always been received through faith. Looking at Abraham's example, we discover that God's plan from the beginning was not for people to earn His favor through the law, but to receive His promises by trusting Him. A life focused on performance and rule-keeping leads to burden and frustration, but a life centered on the God of grace leads to freedom, joy, and blessing. Join us as we examine how faith has always been God's pathway to blessing.
We're not just a church. We're a Family.Our Vision is clear, simple, and unique. Our vision is Jesus in you. Our vision is for the people of God to have a faith that holds them. The kind of faith that vanquishes doubt, verifies identity, and voraciously contends for inner peace. A faith that removes the past, clarifies the present, and breathes life into the future. Our vision is the Kingdom of God built within the people of this obscure, yet mighty generation. A kingdom so great that its purpose destroys the common lack of self worth. A kingdom that sharpens the eyes, tenses the muscles, and readies itself for the battle against darkness. A Kingdom that brings purpose and healing to those who have failed more than succeeded, who are sinners more than saints, and who have known more pain than pleasure. Our vision is to challenge the weak and unproductive church of our day. To step beyond those who are religiously immature and search out those who for their love for Christ cannot be offended. Our hope is to raise warriors instead of those who think God only exists to keep bad things from happening. To raise those who know that following Christ means suffering loss yet gaining all things. Our vision is clear, simple, and unique…. It is Christ in you, the hope of glory.
Paul tells the Galatians to "walk around in the Spirit" but his point is that the Spirit is more than a means to something better. The Spirit is the source itself. Walking through Galatians 5 we see a life where believers walk about unshackled, out of chaos we receive one fruit, and we are walking toward Eden. Along the way we see the sin we rarely admit: trying to "program our way out of our flesh" through accountability and discipline. But because of Christ's finished work, we don't live in chaos, fear, and self-destruction. We do not need our own self-will. We are free and even better, we are not alone. SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS Where do you, or the culture around you, hold the belief that growth is mainly self-improvement and restraint, rather than walking toward the Spirit as the source? What is your "concrete block" like Kiki the Gorilla? What is it you hold onto in anger, but in the freedom of the Spirit can lay down as a new creation? How do we see Christ's finished work walking us past Eden into a garden city, the New Heavens and New Earth--to a world being remade?
Victory in Jesus is not only about beginning the race. It is about finishing the race with faithfulness, obedience, and love for Christ. Rich Guerra shares the powerful story of his grandfather, whose encounter with Jesus in a revival tent changed the direction of his family for generations. One decision to surrender to Christ became a legacy of faith that reached his children, grandchildren, and beyond. In the same way, the decisions we make today can impact the generations that come after us. Preaching from Galatians 5:7–8 and 1 Corinthians 9:24, Rich asks a direct question: will you run to win? He reminds us that many people start well, but not everyone finishes well. The Christian life requires endurance, responsibility, perseverance, renewed love, connection to the body of Christ, and simple daily obedience. “Many start well, but they don't finish well,” Rich said. He also declared, “There are no winners and losers in God's kingdom. There's just finishers and quitters.” This message gives practical biblical lessons for anyone who wants to finish strong. Refuse to blame others for your struggles. Don't quit when life gets hard. Restore the love of your calling. Don't try to do it alone. Remain in Christ, stay connected, and keep obeying God one day at a time. The application is clear: the baton is in your hands. Others have run before you, and generations may be affected by how you run now. Keep your eyes on Jesus, refuse to give up, and run the race to finish well.
6/14/26. Five Minutes in the Word scriptures for today: Galatians 3:27. Clothed with Christ. Resources: biblehub.com; logos.com; Copilot Blog posts: https://minutesword.blogspot.com/2026/06/clothed-in-grace-galatians327.html Listen daily at 10:00 am CST on https://kingdompraiseradio.com Podcast website: https://www.hwscott.net/podcast.php YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@hhwscott LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! #MinutesWord; @MinutesWord; #dailybiblestudy #dailydevotional #Christian_podcaster #CommissionsEarned Pulpit Commentary (this is an D) https://amzn.to/40XhL83
Ḥesed is God's steadfast covenant love and faithfulness as revealed in His character, His promises to Israel and David, and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Because God has shown us this loyal love, He calls us to reject empty religion and become a ḥesed-shaped people who faithfully love Him and one another. The Hebrew word ḥesed describes God's steadfast, covenant love: loyal, merciful, faithful, and kind. God's ḥesed calls us not only to receive His love and faithfulness with confidence, but also to practice the same kind of loyal love toward Him and one another in the church. Exodus 34:6–7 — God reveals Himself as merciful and gracious, abounding in covenant faithfulness (ḥesed). Deuteronomy 7:9 — God faithfully keeps His covenant faithfulness (ḥesed) across generations. Psalm 136 — The ḥesed psalm: God's ḥesed endures forever. 2 Samuel 7:11b–16 —God's loyal love (ḥesed) is expressed in God's covenant promise to David's house. Luke 1:68–75 — Jesus as the fulfillment of God's covenant faithfulness (ḥesed). Hosea 6:6–7 — Essentially, God is saying, “I do not want empty ceremonies from people who are betraying Me in their heart. I desire ḥesed.” Micah 6:8 — To love ḥesed is to love covenant loyalty. It means we do not treat our relationships with God as a convenience or something to discard when it doesn't align with our desires. Ruth 1:16 — “For where you go, I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge; your people are my people, and your God is my God.” Galatians 6:1–2 — A ḥesed community is one filled with loyal, gentle, burden-bearing love and faithfulness.The post Transformation 3: The Power of Loyalty first appeared on Living Hope.
Galatians 5:22-23. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. What if the Fruit of the Spirit isn't about trying harder, but about drawing nearer? In this message, we continue our series on the Fruits of the Spirit by looking at love, discovering that it is not merely something God does, but who God is. As we abide in Christ, His love begins to transform our hearts and flow through our lives, revealing His character to a world that desperately needs to see Him. Join us as we explore how spiritual transformation happens through the Holy Spirit and how God's sacrificial love can be reflected in us every day.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page or the Church Center App for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!
Morning lessons: Psalms 111, 112; Joshua 23; Galatians 1. Praise the Lord. I will give thanks unto the Lord with my whole heart, in the company of the upright, and among the congregation.
The sweetest relationships are built on covenant care, where people humbly bear one another's burdens while faithfully carrying their own responsibilities. Galatians 6 reminds us that we were never meant to walk alone, and that every act of support points back to Christ, who carried our greatest burden on the cross. Altared: God's Design in Life and Relationship The Cake - The Sweetness of the Covenant Ephesians 6:2-5
Celebrating 300 Episodes! Can you believe it? We are celebrating 300 episodes of the Elevate The Day Podcast!In this special milestone episode, Jennifer Covello and Karen Jensen Salisbury reflect on the unexpected journey that brought Elevate The Day to life and share the powerful lessons they've learned about faith, perseverance, consistency, and trusting God's timing.If you've ever wondered if your small efforts matter, felt discouraged along the way, or questioned whether God is working behind the scenes, this episode is for you. In this episode, you'll discover:• Why you should never despise small beginnings• How God uses ordinary moments to create extraordinary opportunities• The importance of consistency, even when no one is noticing• Why perseverance often produces purpose• How faithfulness today can impact generations tomorrow•Encouragement to keep going, even when progress feels slowAfter nearly 300 conversations, one thing has become clear: God can do incredible things when we simply say yes and remain faithful.Whether you've been with us since episode one or you're joining us for the first time, thank you for being part of the Elevate The Day family.Together, we're building a community that encourages people to grow closer to God one conversation at a time.Visit ElevateTheDay.com for weekly blogs, books, devotionals, and additional resources.Scripture: " And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." (Galatians 6:9 NKJV)
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Even the greatest apostles weren't immune to hypocrisy. In this episode, Dr. John examines the dramatic public confrontation between Paul and Peter in Galatians 2:11–16. Why did Peter's behaviour at a dinner table become a theological crisis? This message reminds us that justification rests not on what we bring to God — but entirely on what Christ has done for us.No Compromise: The book of Galatians was written because the gospel was under attack — and it still is today. From false teachers in ancient Galatia to the distortions we encounter in our own time, the battle over the heart of the Christian faith has never stopped. Join Dr. John for this four-part series as he works through one of Scripture's most urgent letters, asking what the true gospel is, where it comes from, and why getting it right changes everything.
A new MP3 sermon from Founders Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Where Spirituality & Love Meet Life Subtitle: Galatians (2026) Speaker: Richard Caldwell Jr. Broadcaster: Founders Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 6/14/2026 Bible: Galatians 6:1-5 Length: 48 min.
Faith let's us live with a secure permanent status of righteousness before God.
Galatians 4:1-11| Don't Go Back - Maintaining Your Freedom In Christ | Pastor Steve Berger
Everybody's locked up in something. Most people just stop noticing the bars.In this message from our At The Movies series, we use The Shawshank Redemption as a mirror for the human condition — the jobs, habits, relationships, shame, and fear that quietly become our cells. The real question isn't whether you're trapped. It's whether you still believe freedom is possible.Whether you're in a season of feeling stuck, numb, or like "this is just my life now," this one is for you.In this message you'll discover:Why sin functions like a prison that masters you — and how to recognize the bars you've stopped seeingThe difference between hope and faith, and why you need both when life gets hardWhy real transformation is a slow dig, not an instant rescue — and how to keep goingHow taking responsibility for your past becomes the first step toward freedomKey Scriptures: John 8:34, Galatians 5:1, Hebrews 11:1, James 1:2-4
Jesus was not a religious leader. He was a righteous Leader and a relational Leader. But He was often confronted by the religious leaders of His day because of the obvious differences in both substance and style. It seems that religious people are the hardest to reach with the gospel. Let's discover why.I. The Religious Question (v. 18)II. The Reasonable Explanation (vv. 19-20)III. The Real Consideration (vv. 21-22)Learn Your Bible: Using your favorite Bible dictionary or concordance, dive deeper into the parable of the wineskins and “the new covenant in [His] blood” (Luke 22:20).Love Your Neighbor: Do you know someone who views Christianity as rules, rituals, or religious performance? How can you demonstrate Jesus' loving heart to them this week?Live in Freedom: Meditate on Galatians 5:1-6 and ask the Lord to reveal areas of your walk that have become a religious practice rather than a reflection of your relationship with Him.
Topics: Faith without Works, James Explained, Paul vs. James, Law and Grace, Rightly Dividing Scripture, New Covenant Context, Judaism vs. Grace, Acts 15 Jerusalem Council, Acts 21 Nazarite Vow, Gospel of Grace, Works of the Law, Justification by Faith, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:28, Romans 4:2-5, Titus 3:5, Genesis 15:6, Abraham and Isaac Altar, Royal Law, Law of Liberty, Torah Commandments, Circumcision Party, Galatians Law Curse, Judaizers and Zealots, James Gang, Weak Conscience of James, Finished Work of Christ, Mosaic Covenant, John 19:30, James Taught Second Greatest Commandment, James 2:8, Early Church Conflict, First Century Epistles, Principles vs. Person, Sufficiency of Grace, Galatians 2:12, Acts 16 Circumcision of Timothy, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 8, Acts 23 Plot Against Paul's Life Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter
What if spiritual growth is not something you force, but something that happens as you stay connected to Jesus? In this message from our From the Vine series, we continue in John 15 and look at what it really means to abide in Christ. The work of the disciple is not to manufacture fruit, strive harder, or earn the love of God. The work of the disciple is to remain connected to the source of life, and from that place, the Holy Spirit produces the fruit of God's character in us. Through John 15, Genesis 1, Galatians 5, Isaiah 14, and 2 Peter 1, this message explores what it means to be created in the image of God, to receive His divine nature, and to grow in a life that looks more like Jesus. Whether you are learning how to follow Jesus, trying to understand spiritual growth, or longing to reconnect with God in a deeper way, this message is an invitation to stop striving and start abiding. Stay close to Jesus, let Him shape your heart, and discover the kind of life only He can produce. Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card
Main text: Galatians 3:19-29 Supplemental texts: 1 Tim 1:8-11 Rom 5:20-21 Rom 13:8-10 Points: The law was given to expose our sin, not to save The law was given to confine us from our sin, not to free us The law was given to escort us to Christ, not to replace him
Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. Please Subscribe to our Youtube Channel!http://www.youtube.com/@GrahamChapel IntroductionFor the past two weeks we have been talking about the temptations that Christ went through, reviewing how He was tempted but did not sin, how He was prepared by being submitted to the Holy Spirit, how the Spirit leads us to hard places, and how Satan can use anything to tempt us. Last week we talked about the physical things that Satan will tempt you with, and today we are talking about the internal things that Satan comes at us with. Scripture* Matthew 4:1-11* Acts 20:29-30* Galatians 1:10* Deuteronomy 6:14-18 Sermon Points* Satan is no respecter of holy places!* Satan will double down on your identity!* All of us are tempted to take it for granted! ClosingWe are not to test God by disobeying him and testing his patience or grace with us. That is very unwise as we never know when it will run out. However, we are invited to test him as he promises us good things, such as in giving in Malachi 3:10. God invites us to obey him. He never invites disobedience! Watch past services: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/ Subscribe to Graham Chapel Youth: https://is.gd/grahamyouth Give to Graham Chapel: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/ Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County. We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays or Wednesdays for youth! Visit our website to learn more.
Jun 14th | Freedom | Galatians 6:6-15 As we conclude our Freedom series through Galatians, Pastor Daniel Norris unpacks Paul's powerful principle of sowing and reaping in Galatians 6. The battle between the flesh and the Spirit doesn't stay hidden—it always shows up in the harvest of our lives.What we harvest tomorrow is determined by what we're sowing today.In this message, you'll discover:Why every choice is a seed that produces a future harvestHow to identify whether you're sowing to the flesh or the SpiritThe danger of self-centered living and the call to surrender every area of life to JesusWhy spiritual growth often feels slow and what to do when you're tempted to quitThe promise that God brings a harvest in His perfect timingHow the cross—not our performance—is the foundation of true freedomWhether you're discouraged from faithfully doing good, struggling to surrender control, or wondering if your obedience is making a difference, this message is a reminder that the harvest belongs to the faithful, not the flawless.The book of Galatians ends where it began: at the cross of Jesus Christ. Because of His death and resurrection, we aren't called to self-improvement—we are invited into transformation as a new creation in Christ.Don't give up. Don't quit. Keep sowing to the Spirit. The harvest is coming.
Jun 14th | Freedom | Galatians 6:6-18In this episode, Matt Darby concludes our journey through Galatians with a powerful message on the Law of the Harvest from Galatians 6:6-18. Paul reminds us that every thought, habit, and decision is a seed, and the life we experience today is often the harvest of what we've been planting over time.Matt explores the reality that we are always sowing—either to the flesh or to the Spirit. While sin promises life, it ultimately produces decay, brokenness, and distance from God. Yet through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can begin planting seeds that lead to abundant life, lasting joy, spiritual freedom, and a legacy that impacts generations.This message is both a warning and an invitation: don't be deceived by the lies of sin, don't grow weary in doing good, and don't quit before the harvest comes. God sees every act of faithfulness, and nothing sown in the Spirit is ever wasted.Most importantly, Matt brings us back to the center of it all—the cross of Jesus Christ. The cross is where old patterns die, where grace meets us in our failures, and where new life begins. The law of the harvest is real, but so is the grace of God. In Christ, you don't have to stay where you are; you can become a new creation.
Jun 14th | Freedom | Galatians 6:6-18In this episode, Pastor Peyton Coker walks through Galatians 4:21–5:6 and asks a powerful question: What does it actually mean to live free?Using the striking image of a hotel room versus a jail cell, Pastor Peyton explores the fundamental difference between freedom and slavery—not the appearance of the room, but where the lock is and who holds the keys. Many people are living trapped behind invisible prison doors of perfectionism, greed, self-righteousness, addiction, shame, people-pleasing, and performance-based Christianity without even realizing it.As Paul closes his argument to the Galatians, the message shifts from doctrine to deeply practical application. Pastor Peyton unpacks three key truths for anyone longing to experience real freedom in Christ:• Cast off your slave mentality• Stand firm in Christ• Check your motivation for obedienceThis episode confronts the crushing weight of trying to earn God's approval through religious performance and reminds believers that Jesus didn't save us merely to behave better—He saved us to enjoy life with Him, walk in freedom, and delight in His presence.If you've ever felt exhausted trying to be “good enough,” trapped in cycles of guilt and perfectionism, or burdened by striving instead of grace, this conversation will point you back to the Gospel: salvation is by faith in Christ alone, and true obedience flows from Spirit-filled love, not fear or shame.Freedom is possible. The prison door is open. The question is: will you walk out?Do you know JESUS? https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-jesusNeed PRAYER? https://www.nbgilmer.org/praySupport through GIVING: https://www.nbbctx.org/giving
Welcome to the Podcast of Southwest Bible Fellowship in Tempe, Arizona. WHO ARE WE? • We are a group of people who are committed to living the grace life as set forth by the apostle of the Gentiles, the Apostle Paul. • We come together to study our Bibles, and yes, we believe we have God's perfect Word in the King James Bible. It and it alone is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice! • We do not come together and study our Bibles for the intent of being smarter than others. We understand that knowledge for the sake of knowledge is purely vain and serves no Godly purpose. • We do come together and study our Bibles for the intent of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ and the power of His resurrection. (Philippians 3:10) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that we have been crucified with Christ; nevertheless we live; yet not us, but Christ liveth in us: and the life which we now live in the flesh, we live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved us and gave himself for us. (Galatians 2:20) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that because Jesus Christ shed His blood for us and we should not live for ourselves but for Him, who died for us and rose again. (2 Cor. 5:15) • We do not claim to have attained to these lofty goals, but we press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14) You can donate to this ministry through www.butnow.org and the PayPal button on the homepage.
Welcome to the Podcast of Southwest Bible Fellowship in Tempe, Arizona. WHO ARE WE? • We are a group of people who are committed to living the grace life as set forth by the apostle of the Gentiles, the Apostle Paul. • We come together to study our Bibles, and yes, we believe we have God's perfect Word in the King James Bible. It and it alone is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice! • We do not come together and study our Bibles for the intent of being smarter than others. We understand that knowledge for the sake of knowledge is purely vain and serves no Godly purpose. • We do come together and study our Bibles for the intent of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ and the power of His resurrection. (Philippians 3:10) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that we have been crucified with Christ; nevertheless we live; yet not us, but Christ liveth in us: and the life which we now live in the flesh, we live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved us and gave himself for us. (Galatians 2:20) • We do come together and study our Bibles to understand that because Jesus Christ shed His blood for us and we should not live for ourselves but for Him, who died for us and rose again. (2 Cor. 5:15) • We do not claim to have attained to these lofty goals, but we press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14) You can donate to this ministry through www.butnow.org and the PayPal button on the homepage.
To follow along, please visit https://dailyliturgy.com.Pentecost - 1 Kings 19, Galatians 3, Psalm 139Writers: Mike Kresnik, Bob Thune, Darby Whealy, Tyler AndersonNarrators: Charlotte Bertrand, Gary Nebeker, Bob Thune, Darby Whealy, Kevin HuddlestonMusic: Lens Distortions - https://lensdistortions.comProduction: Mike Kresnik, Bethany Gilbert, Zach LeeSources: The Worship Sourcebook; The Valley of Vision; The Book of Common Prayer; + original contributions by the authors.To follow along, please visit https://dailyliturgy.com.