Podcasts about genuine faith

Wednesday Service

Can religious habits become obstacles to knowing God? In Episode 168 of the 2 Minute Disciple podcast, we meditate on Mark 7:1–8, where Jesus challenges the Pharisees for elevating human traditions above the heart of God's commands. Their concern was ceremonial handwashing, but Jesus saw a deeper issue: worship that honored God with words while the heart remained distant. This contemplative devotional explores one of the most subtle dangers of spiritual life—the drift from authentic relationship with God into mere religious routine. While traditions, practices, and rhythms can be powerful tools for spiritual growth, Jesus reminds us that they were never meant to replace genuine devotion. Through guided prayer, Scripture reflection, and a practical spiritual exercise, you'll be invited to examine your own spiritual habits and ask whether they are drawing you closer to God or simply becoming familiar routines. Whether you've been following Jesus for decades or are just beginning your faith journey, this episode offers a gentle invitation to bring your heart back into your worship. In this episode: • Mark 7:1–8 devotional reflection • Jesus and the traditions of the Pharisees • Worship from the heart • The danger of empty religious routine • Christian meditation and contemplative prayer • Spiritual renewal and authentic faith • Examining spiritual habits and practices

In this message from Matthew 15:29–16:4, Pastor Karl examines two very different groups of people who come to Jesus — and what their approach reveals about how we receive grace.The first group comes from the Decapolis, a Gentile region with no religious standing or covenant claim. They bring broken bodies, unspoken needs, and nothing to offer — and Jesus meets them with compassion, healing, and even provision they didn't know to ask for. The second group, the Pharisees and Sadducees, arrives with suspicion and a demand for proof — and Jesus refuses to perform for them.The contrast surfaces a powerful truth: Jesus has endless compassion for those who come to him needy, but no obligation to satisfy those who come feeling entitled. Unworthiness isn't a disqualification for grace — it's the prerequisite for it.Pastor Karl unpacks why the disciples hesitated to feed the 4,000 (it wasn't that they forgot what Jesus could do — it was that they questioned who he'd do it for), what it really means to "fall from grace," and why the cross is the only reliable lens through which to interpret God's love. When we bring our "not enough" to Jesus, we find that inadequacy is exactly the raw material he's looking for.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Sunday May 10, 2026

This message was given by Pastor Dan Greenfield during Orwell Bible Church's morning service, April 19, 2026.

Can a person truly fall away from the faith — and what does that mean for the security of the believer? In this message, Dr. John continues in 1 Timothy 4:1–5, examining the character of false teachers and the subtle dangers of asceticism. When we view life apart from God's intention — denying what He has called good, or abusing what He has given freely — we open the door to deception. The remedy is simple: receive God's gifts with thanksgiving, and let His Word define what is holy.Living the Truth: In this 3-week study of 1 Timothy 4–6, Dr. John Neufeld walks us through Paul's practical instructions to the church — the household of God. What does it look like to live as a genuine believer? What habits mark a life of faithful obedience? And why is it so essential that those who teach the gospel are themselves living it? This study brings those questions to life.

Pastor James continues our series, Gather to Go, walking through the book of Acts. This week we looked at Acts 8:1-24 and saw that not everyone who professes Jesus is a genuine follower of Jesus.

Identifying True Christianity - Update from John Carter - 5-14-26

Your kids aren't just listening to what you say about Jesus — they're watching how you live it.LINKS:Download How to Pray God's Word for Your ChildrenFollow Everyday Prayers @MillionPrayingMoms A Prayer for Geniune Faith by Nicolet Bell In today's episode, we're taking a hard look at Matthew 23 and what Jesus had to say about the gap between teaching truth and actually living it. Spoiler: he didn't go easy on the religious leaders who got it wrong.The good news? We don't have to be perfect. We just have to be genuine — and the Holy Spirit fills in the rest. Reference: Matthew 23:1-12 Prayer: God, it's a shame to have the right words but the wrong heart. Remind me always of who you want me to be. Please help me to always be honest with myself and others and to keep my heart in the right place. I pray that I would have the strength to continually step down to lift other people up and help me to help my children do the same. It's in Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Amos chapter 5 God delivers a powerful call to seek Him, not empty religion. Episode 8 in the Series God Has Spoken explores the difference between outward worship and genuine repentance, and why God's invitation still stands today: “Seek ye me, and ye shall live.”

Mother's Day at Victory Family Church with Pastor Adam Starling.

Pastor Austin Gilliland

2 Timothy 1:1-13 - Pastor Robert Kratzer - 05/10/26, Sun AM - Living Word Assembly, Jennings, LA. Pl...

Sermon on James 2:14-26 by Sam Park

Welcome to Linworth Road Church! We are glad you've found us online and pray that this message is meaningful to you.Linworth exists to help the spiritually lost and wounded join a community of people becoming fully alive, fully mature, and fully on-mission through the healing power of Jesus Christ and His Word.NEXT STEPS:OTHER SERMONS///WebsiteFacebookInstagramJoin us in person at 10 am on Sundays5400 Linworth RoadColumbus, OH 43235

How you react to trials will really show you whether your faith is real or not. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In Episode 114 of 2 Minute Disciple, host Nick Oyler leads a contemplative devotional through Matthew 7:21–23 — perhaps the most sobering passage in the entire Sermon on the Mount. People who prophesied, cast out demons, and performed miracles — all in Jesus' name — and yet He says: I never knew you. Activity for God is not the same as closeness with God.

When you look at Hebrews 11 you see two outcomes for genuine faith. Some get to escape, some have to endure. All have faith. This message will help you understand real true faith and avoid the superstitious faith being sold to the unaware.  www.freshroadmedia.com/filmcrew  

Second Sunday of Easter, recorded Sun., April 12, 2026. Based on 1 Peter 1:3-9. Pastor Johnold Strey. Website: crownoflifehubertus.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crownoflifehubertus/ Written transcriptions: https://johnoldstrey.wordpress.com/

1 Peter 1:3-9

In this message, Pastor Josh lays out the expectation that in this life, pain, suffering and hardship will come. However, the question that rests before believers is this: who is your faith in and will you endure? There is a real danger of unbelief that works through the trials of life. If not dealt with, this unbelief can destroy believers. This message encourages and challenges believers to guard your heart and root yourself fully in the truth of Jesus Christ.Recorded March 8th, 2026 at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.#faith #endurance #unbelief #doubt #trial #pain #reward #heart

Have you ever wondered if you can lose your salvation? Can someone attend church, profess faith, but not actually be a true believer who's going to heaven? What is your answer to the question - "I'm going to heaven because...?" Tune in to this important episode on faith and salvation.(00:00) The Question of Falling Away from Faith(02:30) Why Context Matters When Reading the Bible(07:05) Understanding the Book of Hebrews(13:15) The Controversy Around Hebrews 6(18:50) Backsliding Versus True Apostasy(23:40) Evidence of Genuine Faith(28:30) Salvation Through Christ Alone(33:10) Examining Whether Your Faith Is Real(37:30) A Call to Repentance and True FaithCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK:Get Updates via Text:  https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcast Website: https://jackhibbs.com/Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpOFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube: https://bit.ly/437xMHnTwitter/X: https://x.com/RealJackHibbs CALLED TO TAKE A BOLD STAND:https://boldstand.org/DAZE OF DECEPTION:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/ Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free today for more exclusive content:https://www.reallifenetwork.com/

How might you come to genuine faith in Jesus?

February 15th, 2026 - Pastor Jon Ireland

The Book of James, written by the half-brother of Jesus, is based on the Sermon on the Mount and a few other teachings of Jesus. Today we will talk about the second chapter of James, where we can learn what genuine faith looks like. #fsbccoalinga #coalinga #fsbcsermon Contact us at TheWordInfusion@gmail.com with your comments, questions or praises.  Let us know how our podcast has blessed, encouraged or helped you.  Join us on our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/fsbccoalinga & http://www.facebook.com/..  Help us to grow a community that infuses the Word of God into their lives each day.  Follow us on Twitter @TheWordInfusion or @fsbccoalinga .  To support this ministry click on: https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/fsbccoalinga or copy and paste it into your web browser.

Title: Faith through SpeechText: James 3:1-12Tad CraigSpeech is instructional. A Genuine Faith shows the awareness of your teachingSpeech is influential.A Genuine Faith shows the awareness for self-controlSpeech is powerful.A Genuine Faith shows the awareness of the intentions of wordsSpeech is inconsistent.A Genuine Faith shows the awareness of motives Please reach out to us via email at info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Scott Cunningham preaches on John 2:13-25 at the morning services on Sunday, February 8, 2026.Main Idea: The crucified and resurrected Jesus calls us to pure worship and genuine faith.Click here for full sermon notes!

Genuine Faith: Eternal Reminders for Genuine Faith James 1:19-27Tad CraigEternal Reminders for Genuine FaithQuick to understandSlow to speakSlow to angerProduce righteousness of GodPut away wickednessReceive God's wordPractice the truths of the BibleWorship through loveGuard yourself from the stains of the worldPlease reach out to us via email at info@wilkesborobaptist.org

There is danger in being just "Book Smart" spiritually

Wednesday Evening Service25-1112

Can true faith be bought, or is it something deeper?In this episode, the story of Simon the Sorcerer explores the difference between genuine faith and superficial belief. Simon's encounter with Philip, Peter, and John reveals the dangers of seeking power for selfish gain rather than pursuing a sincere relationship with God.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 7:21, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rodney Andersen • James 5:19–5:20 • Commissioned

Reaching the next generation is something that we talk about a lot on the shows. How do we get the young people in our churches to continue to follow Christ with everything that they have? To live for Christ has been a challenge for every church age and for every generation, but Gen Z is uniquely complicated. They live in a world that prizes self-expression that discourages conviction. They celebrate spirituality but they reject absolute truth because that's just the world in which they live in. They can't even trust their own eyes many times.As pastors, parents, and mentors, how do we not only help young believers to take their faith seriously, but also inspire them to be bold, evangelical, unashamed and mission minded?In a culture that often labels faith in Christianity as intolerant. These are things that our kids face. Now, on today's show, we are talking with Austin Dutton, pastor at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Lawton, Alabama. He makes an investment in the youth there. Young adults and student ministry alike. And we're going to talk with him about what it looks like for parents, churches and youth pastors to encourage our youth to move from silent belief to outspoken faith.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore