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In this responsum episode, we answer listener questions on topics from covenant theology, good works, suffering and hope, and more. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Giver of Life by J.V. Fesko - The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes - Be Thou My Vision by Jonathan Gibson - The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary by Christopher Ash - More Than Heaven by T. Jeff Taylor - Review: More Than Heaven by Harrison Perkins

It is a perilous thing, in this passing world, to place any love above Jesus Christ, who is Love Himself. Many fair things there are under the sun – family, our houses, the laughter of children, and the solace of deep companionship. These are good, and given as gifts by the Giver of all light. Yet they are but reflections, glimmering on the surface of the water, of the Great Light from Heaven.Our hearts, being frail and easily beguiled, are prone to cling to the reflection, forgetting the Sun. But the Lord, who is both Shepherd and King, calls us to a higher love, a consuming fire that purifies all others. “If anyone comes to Me and hates not father and mother, wife and children…”-- so He speaks, not to destroy love, but to order it aright. For in such words there is no call to cruelty or coldness, but rather to a fierce allegiance, a loyalty that puts first things first. He who is before all must be above all, or else all loves grow crooked and dim.To follow Him is to lay down even the fairest treasures of earth, not in bitterness, but in trust that they shall be returned transfigured. He does not take away to impoverish, but to sanctify. He wants to place every love, every joy, every sorrow, into its proper place beneath the crown of His lordship. Only then do the lesser loves shine with true glory, flowing as clear streams from the great Fountain. For when He is the first love, all else is redeemed; but when He is set aside, even good things become shadows and burdens.So let the heart be steadfast. Let Him be the axis upon which all turns, the melody to which all harmonies must bend. For He alone is the End and the Way, the Flame imperishable, the Love that neither fades nor fails.Yet the path of such love is not without its trials. For the heart must be weaned from many lesser loves, and this weaning is often bitter. The soul may cry out, fearing loss, misunderstanding the command as cruelty. But here lies the mystery: in surrender, we are not emptied, but filled. In placing Christ first – before family, before comfort, before even our own lives – we are not forsaking love, but entering into its truest form. For He is the source from which all loves spring, and without Him, they wither like leaves in a wind.Consider the saints of old, who counted all things loss for the surpassing worth of knowing Him. They were not joyless, nor did they despise the earth, but they saw clearly. Their gaze was fixed beyond the hills, upon a country greater and a King more worthy than all earthly crowns. We too must learn this wisdom: that every good thing flows rightly from a heart anchored in Christ. To love Him first is not to love others less, but more purely, more freely, and with eternity in view. For only in His light do we see light and only in His love are all other loves made whole. Once we order our love properly, then we can finally say with St. Paul as we heard in the Second Reading today, “I (am), an old man, and now also a prisoner for Christ Jesus.” And rejoice! --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

Businessman and author T. Harv Eker once wrote, “Financial freedom is the ability to live the lifestyle you desire without having to work or rely on anyone else for money.”It's tempting to think that financial independence is the ultimate goal of life—but what does the Bible say? God's Word points us toward a far better kind of freedom.In recent years, financial independence has become a cultural ideal. People long to be self-sufficient, debt-free, and free to pursue their passions. While these desires can be wise, they also carry a subtle danger: believing we don't need anyone—including God.The Warning of the Rich FoolThis temptation isn't new. In Luke 12, Jesus told a parable about a wealthy man who thought he had “made it”:“I will tear down my barns and build larger ones, and there I will store all my grain and goods. And I will say to my soul, ‘You have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, and be merry.'”But God's response was sobering:“Fool! This night your soul is required of you, and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?”The man's sin wasn't wealth itself—it was trusting in wealth instead of God. His independence became his idol. In contrast, Proverbs 30 records a prayer from Agur:“Give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is needful for me, lest I be full and deny you and say, ‘Who is the Lord?' or lest I be poor and steal and profane the name of my God.”Agur understood the heart of stewardship: daily dependence on God. Too little can lead to desperation; too much can lead to pride. The goal isn't independence, but faithful reliance on the Lord.Three Questions to Evaluate Your GoalsAs you think about your own financial journey, consider these questions:Am I placing my trust in money? Retirement savings and emergency funds are wise, but security must come from God, not a balance sheet.Am I trying to eliminate work entirely? Work is part of God's good design. Even in retirement, we're called to meaningful contribution.Am I paying off debt just for myself? Debt-free living is good, but its ultimate purpose is to gain the freedom to serve, give, and advance God's Kingdom.So, is financial independence biblical? It depends.If independence means replacing God with money, then no.If independence means freedom for generosity, stewardship, and dependence on God, then yes—it reflects something greater than wealth: a life rich toward God.Scripture reminds us that “He richly provides us with everything to enjoy” (1 Timothy 6:17) and that “every good and perfect gift is from above” (James 1:17). But those gifts were never meant to replace the Giver.A Resource for Going DeeperIf you'd like to explore this more, check out our 4-Week study, Rich Toward God. This study walks through Jesus' Parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12, helping you discover what truly drives your financial decisions and how to align your resources with God's Kingdom purposes.You can get your copy—or place a bulk order for your church or small group—by visiting FaithFi.com and clicking the Shop tab.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I've had multiple jobs with 401(k) benefits over the years, but I've struggled to stay organized with my finances. How can I get a handle on everything, and would it be wise to work with a financial advisor?My 16-year-old daughter received a $200,000 settlement after being hit by a car. Once she turns 18, she'll gain full access to the money, and I'm very concerned she'll misuse it. What options do I have to protect her from receiving it all at once?I have an adult son with autism who is on the Florida Med Waiver, which limits him to $2,000 in his checking account. I'm worried about how he'll be provided for in the future. Is there a way to set aside money for his care without affecting his benefits?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Open Hands FinanceABLE National Resource CenterUnderstanding ABLE Accounts With Matt Syverson (Faith and Finance Episode)Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

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Let'sjust review these verses before we move on.  First,we need to understand that true riches come from God. What a source ofencouragement to know that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are allworking together on our behalf to make us rich in Christ Jesus. God not onlygives us "richly all things to enjoy" (1 Timothy 6:17), but Hegives us eternal riches without which all other wealth is valueless. In Jesus'first recorded message on the Mount of Beatitudes He taught us, “Blessed arethe poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of God…. Blessed are the meek,for they shall inherit the earth”. When we yield our lives in poverty toJesus Christ, He gives us have an inheritance in heaven. Then when we literallyyield our daily lives to Him, (that's what it means to be meek, yielded to thecontrol of God and His Holy Spirit), then we enjoy everything on earth. In a veryreal sense we have all things richly to enjoy. Butnot only does God give us richly things to enjoy on earth, He gives us eternalriches in Christ Jesus that last for eternity. Not just forever and ever.That's timewise, but for eternity and you can't measure that. Wow, we are sorich. Over the years so many couples have come to us for counseling that are havingfinancial issues. They've spent their lives buying things. They have a nicehouse, they have expensive cars, they have all these expensive things, but thenthey lost what they really wanted and had in the early days of their marriage.They lost their love. What good is it to have an expensive house if there is nohome? Or an expensive ring if there is no love?  Myfriend, in Christ, you and I have what money can't buy. All these spiritualriches open up to us. All the wealth of God's vast creation. We enjoy the giftsbecause we know and love the Giver. Don't give up what you have in Christ forthat which you will lose. Remember the famous quote by Jim Elliot: "Heis no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannotlose".  Secondly,we learn that all these riches come from God's grace and for God's glory. Didyou notice that after each of the main sections in Ephesians 1:4-14, Paul hasadded the purpose behind these gifts? Why has God the Father chosen us, adoptedus, and accepted us? "To the praise of the glory of His grace" (Eph.1:6). Why has the Son redeemed us, forgiven us, revealed God's will to us, andmade us part of God's inheritance? "That we should be to the praise of Hisglory" (Eph. 1:12). Why has God the Spirit sealed us and become theguarantee of our future blessing? "Unto the praise of His glory"(Eph. 1:14). Weoften have the idea that God saves sinners mainly because He pities them, orwants to rescue them from eternal judgment, but God's main purpose is that Hemight be glorified. His creation reveals His wisdom and power, but His churchreveals His love and grace. You cannot deserve or earn these spiritual riches;you can only receive them by grace, through faith. Thirdly,these riches are only the beginning! There is always more spiritual wealth toclaim from the Lord as we walk with Him. The Bible is our guidebook; the HolySpirit is our Teacher. As we search the Word of God, we discover more and moreof the riches we have in Christ. These riches were planned by the Father,purchased by the Son, and presented by the Spirit. There is really no need forus to live in poverty when all of God's wealth is at our disposal! Ilove the little devotional book by Charles Haddon Spurgeon called “Faith CheckBook”. A promise from the Bible is given for each day of the year, along with ashort devotional message. The author described each promise as being as good asmoney in the bank to anyone who would claim it by faith, as a person wouldwrite a check against his bank account. By faith we can claim God's promisesand draw on His limitless wealth to meet every need we may face.  

Pastor Ed Taylor continues our series in First Corinthians with a study in chapter sixteen. We're talking about being a good and generous giver today on Abounding Grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29

Pastor Mike teaches how being a receiver from God makes you a giver and a servant to others. Audio>

In 2 Corinthians 8:1–7, Paul highlights the remarkable generosity of the Macedonian churches, who gave joyfully and sacrificially even in the midst of great affliction and poverty. Their giving flowed not from abundance, but from an overflow of grace and a deep desire to participate in the work of the gospel. They first gave themselves to the Lord, and then to others—an example of wholehearted, Spirit-led generosity. Paul urges the Corinthian church to excel in this same grace of giving, reminding them that generosity is a reflection of sincere faith and love. As we walk through the Antioch Initiative, this passage challenges us to become generous givers—trusting God, offering ourselves fully, and joyfully investing in His kingdom work.

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2025 Mid-Year Review: How Junior Military Officers Can Win in Today's Market As we've passed the midpoint of 2025 and we look towards the end of 2025, our CEO, Chuck Alvarez, and Senior Vice President, Joel Junker, offered an in-depth review of today's economic and career landscape. Their discussion was both candid and encouraging. And in doing so, they provided clarity on how JMOs can win in today's market. This was recorded in in July 2025, and with recent economic data and news with respect to the labor markets, found it fitting to launch. The "New Normal" Economy The global economy has entered what Chuck and Joel describe as a “new normal” - a period likely to last the next 10 to 20 years. Unlike past downturns, this environment is shaped by long-term, structural shifts: First, interest rates and inflation remain high. The Federal Reserve raised rates by 500 basis points, slowing consumer spending and making it harder for businesses to borrow money. Second, geopolitical uncertainty is making companies more cautious. Conflicts overseas, policy changes at home, and an election year have all slowed down hiring decisions. Third, artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace. AI and automation are changing white-collar roles. Companies are building leaner teams but expect employees to bring stronger skills. The White-Collar Recession: What It Means For JMOs Joel highlighted the ongoing white-collar recession. Compared to 2022, there are about 3% fewer white-collar jobs available, with companies paying more attention to every new hire. Adding to this: College graduates face unemployment rates between 6-7%. Veterans hover around 6% unemployment, higher than the national average. MBA graduates aren't immune either - 25% of Harvard Business School's Class of 2025 were unemployed at graduation. At first glance, these numbers may seem discouraging. But the silver lining is that the jobs that remain are more complex, high-impact, and reserved for exceptional leaders. For prepared JMOs, this is a tremendous opportunity to transition out and add value to your future employer in a tighter market. Why JMOs Have a Competitive Edge Despite the tough environment, Chuck and Joel emphasized that highly capable JMOs remain in strong demand. Companies are looking for leaders who can solve problems, collaborate across functions, and drive results under pressure - all strengths forged through military service. In fact, the shift toward fewer but more demanding roles plays directly to the strengths of transitioning officers. JMOs bring: Proven leadership in high-stakes environments Analytical and problem-solving skills developed in dynamic conditions A servant-leader mindset that aligns with today's emphasis on collaboration and impact However, natural ability alone isn't enough. Preparation is the differentiator. The Mindset That Wins Joel used a powerful analogy: you can't “roll out of bed and run a marathon.” Just as an athlete trains months in advance, JMOs must approach their transition with disciplined preparation. Key mindsets include: Excellence mindset – hold yourself to the highest standard and commit to continuous learning. Giver mindset – focus on serving others and lead with humility. Growth mindset – embrace change, pursue challenging assignments, and avoid the trap of underemployment. This combination of preparation and mindset ensures JMOs not only compete but thrive against experienced business professionals and MBAs. Preparation + Mindset = The JMO Advantage At Cameron-Brooks, we've seen this proven time and again. Our Development and Preparation Program (DPP) equips JMOs to compete for high-complexity roles, with candidates averaging 10 interviews per Career Conference and on average more than 95% of those leading to follow-ups or offers. The takeaway is clear: with the right preparation an...

Tomas Anonymous tells a story about how he first met Rupert Nevins. It's a music-filled misadventure titled Wisco Magick Roads! More about Slumberland at this link. The songs See Through and Say Goodnight by Mild Wild, "sounds composed freely and recorded straight to tape. Drenched in reverb and filled with half thoughts." mildwildmusic.bandcamp.com The song Pussy Gloating The Give by Ak'chamel, The Giver of Illness. akchamel.bandcamp.com The song Wide Mouth Penetrated Makeshift Mustache Man by Lovely Little Girls. Avant-rock band directed by artist Gregory Jacobsen and bassist Alex Perkolup. lovelylittlegirls.bandcamp.com The songs Following American Spies / We All Live In An Atomic Submarine and Schizophrenic Trees / a storm by The Fxcked Up Beat. A sound project from New York City by Eddie Palmer & Brett Zehner. DOES CAPITALISM ISOLATE YOU? fxckedupbeat.bandcamp.com The song I Walked Alone (instrumental) by YACHT. Young Americans Challenging High Technology, a post-pop trio from Los Angeles. They are neither young nor all American. yacht.bandcamp.com The song Crossroad Metamorphosis by Hayvanlar Alemi. Instrumental psychedelic rock from Ankara. hayvanlaralemi.bandcamp.com The song Planets by Light Echoes. Moroni Sanchez in Mesa, AZ. Most of his inspiration comes from films, dreams, and situations. light-echoes.bandcamp.com The tracks Dozer As a Young Man and First Forray by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: soundbytercom,stevenbrown, sound_ims, mxsmanic, lucaslara, timgormly, timbre, copyc4t, viznoman, lwdickens, lampeight, glencurtisadams, yoyodaman234, apallot, daphne_in_wonderland, ldezem, anthousai, juan170058, gmoney25, erokia, gamedevc,kyles,unplugthefridge,nox_sound, samsterbirdles,fmaudio, trp, theworldofsound, iainmccurdy, innov8ting, amrdjan, krokulator, darklitstudio,vilkas_sound,d31v228, designdean, blondpanda, benboncan, designerschoice. Thank YOU for listening to Slumberland!

We're talking about being a good and generous giver today on Abounding Grace. God actually talks quite a bit about how we handle our finances and it says a great deal about our relationship with Him. Today pastor Ed Taylor resumes his series in First Corinthians as we begin a look at the final chapter. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29

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We are starting a new series! Our Layman Book Club will be where we read and discuss books of any genre. Future Book Club podcasts will only be available on Patreon, so join us there if you want more. https://www.patreon.com/c/LearnItfromaLayman In this podcast, we discuss The Giver by Lois Lowry, and we are joined by a new cohost. What event inspired Lowry to write this book? What role does memory have for a community? What actually happens at the end of The Giver, and when should a book stop? What are dystopian novels and what elements do they often share?

For the first time in history, four generations are working side by side in automotive - and leading them requires more than hand-me-down processes. Joseph Clementi, the Giver and Servant Leader, shares how quiet leadership, continuous learning, and a deeper understanding of human behavior drive true results.Discover why leadership is no longer about being the loudest voice in the room, but about aligning people, setting clear rules for success, and learning from the quiet moments that create lasting impact.Global Dealer Solutions offers a network of high-performance providers while remaining product agnostic. Knowing which tools to deploy makes a big difference. Having a trusted adviser; priceless. Schedule your complimentary consultation today. https://calendly.com/don-278. BE THE 1ST TO KNOW. LIKE and FOLLOW HERE www.linkedin.com/company/fixed-ops-marketinghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/@fixedopsmarketingGet watch and listen links, as well as full episodes and shorts: www.fixedopsmarketing.com/wtfJoin Managing Partner and Host, Russell B. Hill and Charity Dunning, Co-Host and Chief Marketing Officer of FixedOPS Marketing, as we discuss life, automotive, and the human journey in WTF?!#podcast #automotive #fixedoperations

We're kicking off this September with an incredible guest, Analice Martinsson! From a prestigious career in the United Nations to building her own business as an international career mentor, Analice has completely transformed her life. In this episode she shares all of the mindset shifts, struggles and successes that made it possible.If you've ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or hesitated to invest in your dreams this conversation will show you what's possible when you choose abundance over fear.Connect with Analice:Instagram @analicemartinssonLinkedin @analicemartinssonMentioned in this episode:Give and Take by Adam GrantThank you so much Analice for sharing your story with us! You are so inspiring!

The readings for this Sunday's Mass relate the fruits of humility.  Growth in humility is worth the effort.  St. Theresa of Avila offers sound advice on how to advance in this essential Christian virtue. 

To follow the road of humility, one must recognize their gifts, the gifts of others and the Giver of those Gifts.  (Gifts From God -Chris Tomlin) The homilies of Msgr. Stephen J. AvilaPastor, St. Joseph, Guardian of the Holy Family Parish, Falmouth, MAThanks for listening! May God's Word find a home in you.

"Is it magic? I guess!"Stay with us here--it's back to school season, so we're revisiting a true children's and young adult classic: Lois Lowry's The Giver (1993). This book may have been required reading in middle school, but it's more interesting than you might remember. In this episode, we discuss how Jonas' story echoes through the 2000s and 2010s dystopian books we usually cover on the show, its legacy of changing lives, and some of the more puzzling plot points.School Library Journal's Top 100 Children's Novels: https://www.wssd.k12.pa.us/Downloads/top%20100%20childrens%20novels.pdfFollow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and bonus content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Stanley uses biblical truth to show how the Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

Dr. Stanley uses biblical truth to show how the Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

Savner du også at slappe af i weekenden? For nogle måneder siden gik det op for mig, at jeg gerne ville have mere tid i weekenden og færre praktiske gøremål. Og det gik bl.a. op for mig, at min tilgang til rengøring ikke er fulgt med mit liv.Det førte til opdagelsen af rengøringsplanen, som har gjort en stor forskel i vores familie, og ikke mindst har den givet os mere ro i weekenden. I denne episode deler jeg, hvad den rengøringsplan går ud på, og jeg deler desuden 5 andre ting, der har hjulpet mig (som du kan se på listen via linket).Denne episode bliver desuden begyndelsen på en lille serie af podcastepisoder om langsomhed og slow living, som kommer de næste par uger. Håber I vil tage godt i mod dem! >>> Klik her for noter, links og billeder nævnt i episoden af rengøringsplanen, haven, træningstrampolinen og andet

Dr. Stanley uses biblical truth to show how the Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

John 7:14 About the middle of the feast Jesus went up into the temple and began teaching. John 7:15 The Jews therefore marveled, saying, “How is it that this man has learning, when he has never studied?” John 7:16 So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me. John 7:17 If anyone’s will is to […]

Dansk økonomi slår endnu en rekord, da beskæftigelsen nu er kravlet op på knap 3.060.000, og overskuddet på statsfinanserne svulmer. Regeringen har derfor åbnet gaveboden og har på bare én uge brugt knap 10 milliarder kroner i afgiftslettelser. Det svarer til tre Store Bededage. Vi diskuterer, hvor længe opturen i dansk økonomi varer ved, og hvordan regeringen burde have brugt de 10 milliarder. Vi kigger også på udsigten til en kommende rentenedsættelse i USA, der fik aktiemarkedet til at skyde i vejret. Kommer renten yderligere ned i Danmark også? Svaret er: Næppe. Og til sidst kigger vi på en ny bølge af kritik mod kunstig intelligens, som bevæger sig ud i bobleterritorium, lyder det. Har forventningerne været for høje, og er det tid til at komme ud af de amerikanske techaktier? I studiet: Magnus Barsøe og Frank Hvid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The Blessed Giver" Part 2A message preached by Pastor Mike Henry at Royal View Baptist Church.Worship Guitar - 100 Beautiful Hymns - Instrumental - Peaceful Gospel Music --- Used by the permission of the artist Josh Snodgrass

The Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

The Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

The Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

The Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

The Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted every believer for significant ministry and service.

In this podcast, Pastor Justin expounds on the importance of starting each and every day alone in the secret place with God. It's time for the Church to get desperate for the Giver of Life again!Support the show

(Ecclesiastes 11:9-12:1) It is easy to wish your life away in pursuit of what's next. God has specific joys designated for each season. Rejoice in the Giver of your blessings and remember each moment that He is always good.  (09199250818)  Keep Studying  Whether you're a new believer or have walked with the Lord for years, you'll find thousands of free devotionals, Bible studies, audio series, and Scripture tools designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of the Bible, and help you stay rooted in the Word of God. 

You're not just growing — you're being called. This episode explores how to trust the process when it feels uncertain, lonely, or unseen — and why alignment always begins with identity.Have you ever felt the quiet nudge that you're outgrowing where you are — but questioned whether it's selfish, risky, or unrealistic to move forward?In this episode, we explore the deeply personal process of following God into unfamiliar territory — even when there's no detailed roadmap. Whether you're in a career that no longer fits, a role that feels too small, or a season that's quietly ending, this conversation invites you to trust the One who's calling you forward.Julie shares how ILR came into being without her fully realizing it, and the moments of obedience and awkwardness that led to deeper healing and alignment. We look at Abraham's obedience in Genesis 12, John Bevere's radical career pivot, and the neuroscience behind meaning-making and identity clarity.Key takeaways:Why spiritual growth often feels like loss before it feels like alignmentHow vertical alignment soothes the nervous systemWhat it means to honor calling, even when it's not convenientHow your obedience is never just for youToday's Micro-Recalibration:Ask yourself: – Where have I been slow to move because I've been waiting for permission? – What has God already asked me to do — that I haven't acted on yet? – What would shift if I trusted the Giver more than the gift?If others look to you — as a manager, parent, partner, or friend — model what it looks like to honor calling over comfort. Share the stretch. Normalize obedience.Whether you're in the messy middle or quietly sensing more — this episode reminds you: you're not behind. You're being aligned.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

"In this sermon, we examine Solomon's sobering reflections on his pursuit of pleasure. With more power, wealth, and wisdom than any before him, Solomon conducted a thorough and honest experiment: Can meaning be found in laughter, luxury, wealth, work, or worldly delights? His conclusion is striking and clear—all is vanity and a striving after the wind.Solomon's wisdom is not theoretical. He pursued every pleasure under the sun and found it all empty. This is a message deeply relevant to a culture drowning in materialism and entertainment. The pursuit of worldly pleasure, even to its fullest extent, cannot satisfy the soul. But there is hope: true and lasting joy is found not in the gifts, but in the Giver—in God himself.

John 7:1-24,After this Jesus went about in Galilee. He would not go about in Judea, because the Jews were seeking to kill him. 2 Now the Jews' Feast of Booths was at hand. 3 So his brothers said to him, “Leave here and go to Judea, that your disciples also may see the works you are doing. 4 For no one works in secret if he seeks to be known openly. If you do these things, show yourself to the world.” 5 For not even his brothers believed in him. 6 Jesus said to them, “My time has not yet come, but your time is always here. 7 The world cannot hate you, but it hates me because I testify about it that its works are evil. 8 You go up to the feast. I am not going up to this feast, for my time has not yet fully come.” 9 After saying this, he remained in Galilee.10 But after his brothers had gone up to the feast, then he also went up, not publicly but in private. 11 The Jews were looking for him at the feast, and saying, “Where is he?” 12 And there was much muttering about him among the people. While some said, “He is a good man,” others said, “No, he is leading the people astray.” 13 Yet for fear of the Jews no one spoke openly of him.14 About the middle of the feast Jesus went up into the temple and began teaching. 15 The Jews therefore marveled, saying, “How is it that this man has learning, when he has never studied?” 16 So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me. 17 If anyone's will is to do God's will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority. 18 The one who speaks on his own authority seeks his own glory; but the one who seeks the glory of him who sent him is true, and in him there is no falsehood. 19 Has not Moses given you the law? Yet none of you keeps the law. Why do you seek to kill me?” 20 The crowd answered, “You have a demon! Who is seeking to kill you?” 21 Jesus answered them, “I did one work, and you all marvel at it. 22 Moses gave you circumcision (not that it is from Moses, but from the fathers), and you circumcise a man on the Sabbath. 23 If on the Sabbath a man receives circumcision, so that the law of Moses may not be broken, are you angry with me because on the Sabbath I made a man's whole body well? 24 Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment.” (ESV) Hey brothers, man, am I excited about the Gospel of John. It's my hope that throughout this series, our attention will keep coming back to John 20:31, which reads: “These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.The point of John's gospel, in other words, isn't just believe, full stop, then go on with your life. Rather, the point is “have life” in him. The point is new life, abundant life, life even now leading to eternal life in, with, and for him. Believing, in other words, is not the end, but the means to real life in Jesus.Well, it's been a while since our church was last together in the book of John. In fact, the text message that I just read to you was one that I received from one of the other pastors back in December of last year, just prior to us first starting out in this series through John.Since that point, we, as a church, have been the glad recipients of much of John's eye-witness testimony of Jesus, up to the end of John chapter 6. And that testimony includes:The fact that Jesus is God. John 1:1,“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” And, as God, Jesus also became man. John 1:14,“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”And, as the God-man, Jesus came here, John 3:17, “[not] to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.” Saved in the sense of John 20:31 — the receiving of life, having life, in Jesus. We want that life, Cities Church. More than we want food in our stomachs, or air in our lungs, we want that life, that true life, that real life that can only ever be found in Jesus. But, we didn't always want it.See, because John has also shown us John 1:10, that though Jesus “was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him.” And that, “He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him.” And that, “This is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people [just like you and me] loved the darkness rather than the light because their works were evil.”And it's that last part — the fact that people, comfortable in their sin and content to dwell in darkness, didn't like being exposed by the light's entrance into the world — that Jesus is getting at here in John chapter 7, and most obviously verse 7. It's there where, talking with his brothers, Jesus says,“The world cannot hate you, but it hates me [it hates me. The world that was made through me. The world that I uphold by the word of my power, the world that I love and came to save, hates me] because I testify about it that its works are evil.”I testify to the world that they are not in the light, but darkness. That they are not basically good, but sinful. That they are not in right standing before God, but active rebellion to him.I tell them this because it's true. I tell them this because I love them. I tell them this because they are all, every last one of them, on a train bound for Hell and I want them to get off of it. I left Heaven to come and tell them this, and they hate me for it. Cities Church, friends who are visiting with us this morning, we must take care how we hear Jesus. In this text, Jesus is going to expose our darkness and show it to us in four different ways. These four ways can either serve as four more reasons to hate Jesus because we prefer our darkness, or they can serve as four more opportunities to recognize the darkness yet remaining in us and turn from it in order to pursue even greater intimacy with Jesus.So, with that, let's pray together once more…So, four marks of darkness. And they offer four opportunities to recognize it in ourselves and turn from it. Those four include: Un-belief, self-will, law-breaking, and wrong-judgment.1. The Evil of UnbeliefLook with me at verse 2:Now the Jews' Feast of Booths was at hand. 3 So his brothers [as in, his biologically related brothers] said to him, “Leave here and go to Judea, that your disciples also may see the works you are doing.”Works like turning water into wine in John 2, healing an official's son in John 4, feeding the 5,000 in John 6, and then walking on the water in John 6. It's works like those that Jesus' brothers are saying, “Go, that your other disciples will see them to.”And it's difficult to tell what exactly their motivation is. But from the context, I'd argue that it's something along the lines of desire to maintain a following — maintain popularity. After all, if you look back with me to John 6, you'll see that just prior to this moment, Jesus' ministry had taken quite a hit in terms of numbers. Following the feeding of the 5,000 — Jesus had upped-the-ante by calling himself the Bread of Life. He then upped it again by saying,“Do you take offense at this? Then what if you were to see the Son of Man ascending to where he was before!” (John 6:61-62)And for many of Jesus' followers at that time, well, that was just too much. Verse 66 reads,“After this, many of his disciples turned back and no longer walked with him.”Imagine being the sibling of the guy who draws thousands. Till, suddenly, you're the sibling of the guy who now only draws hundreds. Well, regardless of the brothers' motivation, their word to Jesus is essentially “Jesus, get back into the limelight.” Verse 3,“Leave here and go to Judea, that your disciples also may see the works you are doing. 4 For no one works in secret if he seeks to be known openly. If you do these things, show yourself to the world.” And now, if it weren't for John's comment in verse 5, we'd likely just dismiss these words as relatively harmless. Perhaps well-intentioned, but a bit misguided. As it is though, John jumps in and tells us flat out. Verse 5,“For [as in, the reason they said this to Jesus, was because] not even his brothers believed in him.”Do you see the unbelief of the world present in Jesus' own brothers?And now, to clarify, I don't take “not even his brothers believed in him” to mean the brothers didn't believe anything about him. Like, didn't believe Jesus was anything other than a completely ordinary guy without any special qualities whatsoever. I don't think that's what John is saying here.Rather, I think he's saying that the brothers' unbelief matched that of the crowd's back in chapter 6. Look back with me at John 6:14 for a moment. Chapter 6, verse 14. You can see that the crowds there called Jesus a prophet, right? That's a big claim. To call someone a prophet is to declare this is a person who speaks the very words of God.And, in fact, they were so impressed by this prophet that they even wanted to make him king. In John 6:15, it tells us that they were even ready to make him king by force if they had to. So clearly this crowd believed Jesus was special.They believed he was an unusually impressive, and godly person. But, did they believe he was the Bread of Life? Did they believe he'd ascend back into heaven? No, because when Jesus said he would, they left! They believed some things about Jesus, but those some things had a limit. And, for them, Jesus had just hit it.Friends, the fundamental question that we must all ask ourselves — the question that ultimately separates those who belong to God from those who don't — is not whether we believe some things about Jesus, but whether we believe Jesus and what he says about himself. He says he is the Son of God sent from heaven. He says he is the giver of eternal life who himself has existed eternally with the Father. Do we believe him? His brothers didn't. The crowds didn't. Do we? Do you?First mark of darkness and evil: unbelief (Jesus, I don't believe what you say about yourself).Well as we can see in verse 8, Jesus will deny his brothers' request. He'll hang back in Galilee for a bit longer. And in verses 10-13, we're given a brief look into how Jesus was being perceived in that moment by the crowds in Jerusalem: “He's a good man,” or “He's leading the people astray.” Importantly, we're also told in verse 10 that Jesus does end up going to the feast, but not in the way his brothers wanted him to. In fact, verse 14 shows us that he doesn't even appear till halfway through the feast. And this is where the table is set for our second mark of darkness: Self-will. And here we'll begin to pick up the speed a bit.2. The Evil of Self-willLook there with me, verse 14:About the middle of the feast Jesus went up into the temple and began teaching. The Jews therefore marveled, saying, “How is it that this man has learning, when he has never studied?” So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me.”And now, the litmus test. Jesus is going to give a litmus test and, spoiler alert, everyone's going to fail it... Everyone.See it with me, verse 17:“If anyone's will is to do God's will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority.”In other words, “You're confused about where my teaching comes from, yes? Well, here's how you can know whether my teaching comes from God or not. Ready for it? You must will what God wills.”Again, verse 17:“If anyone's will is to do God's will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority.”Of course, no one in that crowd knew whether his teaching came from God or not. Which of course means that no one in that crowd actually willed what God willed. You see it? Their lack of ability to understand Jesus, to hear and recognize the Divine origin of Jesus' words, betrayed the fact that God's will was not their own.That's the second mark of darkness — self-will. Living a my will, not thy will life. A life that says, “hey, listen God, I call the shots here. You can help me with the pains of life. You can be my therapy. You can be my provider. I'll let you do those things. But I steer.”It's self-will. And as you can see in this text, it blinds people from knowing Jesus. It makes it impossible to find life in Jesus. Self-will is self-destructive because it creates a wall between you and Jesus' teaching. Jesus says you will not understand the unique authority of my words till your will conforms to God's.So we have (1) unbelief, (2) self-will, and here's the third mark: Law-breaking. 3. The Evil of Law-breakingJump with me down to verse 19:“Has not Moses given you the law? Yet none of you keeps the law.”That's quite the sweeping statement.“…none of you keeps the law.”None. He's addressing a massive, festival-sized crowd, packed in like sardines to the Temple courts of Jerusalem. And he's saying across the board, with no exceptions, no outliers, “…none of you keeps the law.”And if you are familiar with the Bible, you're probably not surprised by this. From the Old Testament to the New, the Bible is consistent in terms of what it has to say about mankind on our own. Psalm 14:3, says,“There is none who does good, not even one.”Jeremiah 17:9,“The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick;”Romans 3:23,“All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” 1 John 1:8,“If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves,”The Bible is clear — no one, by nature, keeps the Law. We know this from the Bible, and if we're honest, we know this from our lives. Sure, the way we like to say it is “I know I'm not perfect” but the fact is, that means we're sinful. That means we've fallen short.The fact that we're sinful and break God's Law is no small thing. It is the reason we're here rather than Eden. It is the reason many are headed to hell, not heaven. Our standing before God's Law is of eternal consequence.Now, if those in the crowd weren't convinced, Jesus goes one step further. Verse 19:“Has not Moses given you the law? Yet none of you keeps the law. Why do you seek to kill me?”You know they are seeking to kill Jesus, right?John 7:1 says they're seeking to kill Jesus. Here, verse 19 says they're seeking to kill Jesus. In verse 13, the crowds are so aware of the murderous intentions of the religious leaders they don't even want to be caught with Jesus' name in their mouths. And going all the way back to John 5:18, John notes,“This was why the Jews were seeking all the more to kill him.”You don't follow the Law. You think you do. You even think you do while you simultaneously plot my murder. Third mark of worldliness: law-breaking. Now, fourth and final mark of worldliness: Wrong Judgment. 4. The Evil of Wrong JudgmentNow, think back to what happened in chapter 5 because it's going to come up again here. Back there, in chapter 5, Jesus healed a man who'd been paralyzed for 38 years. He healed him with words: “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.” The religious leaders did not celebrate that moment. Rather, when they saw the man walking with his mat, they said, “It is the Sabbath, and it is not lawful for you to take up your bed.” Can you imagine? Wow, today is the best day of my life. I've been healed by a miracle. Look, my legs work! Look, my hands work! Look… and then all of a sudden, “Put your bed down. How dare you carry your bed on the Sabbath.”And now, just to clarify, you can check your Old Testament. There is no such Law from God saying you couldn't take up your bed on the Sabbath. Jewish rabbis came up with that rule. It was man's rule, not God's rule. And, here, Jesus is saying it was a bad rule. Why?Well, judge for yourself. Chapter 7, verses 22-23. Again, the idea here is wrong judgment. John 7:22-23, “You circumcise a man on the Sabbath. If on the Sabbath a man receives circumcision, so that the law of Moses may not be broken, are you angry with me because on the Sabbath I made a man's whole body well?”Jesus asks, are you angry with me? I gave the ability to walk to this man. The ability to swing his arms, turn his hands, go from one place to the other without having to be picked up and carried there. That man could now work. Could make money. Could buy a home. Could make a life for himself. And you're angry at me for telling him to pick up his bed?Look, we need to be so careful here because, to us, this looks just so obvious… “How foolish of those religious teachers? How dull did they have to be?” We read this and envision ourselves standing shoulder to shoulder with Jesus rolling our eyes along with him, saying, “can you believe it?”But, here's the thing, we are the religious leaders in this scene. We are those who get things wrong. We make wrong judgments.We put up laws where there are none. We disregard and ignore where there are laws. We are not, by nature, good judges when it comes to life, when it comes to Law. Even as believers, we can read some of the things Jesus said and did and think, “Man, if that'd be me, I'd not have done it that way… Not have been as patient here. Not have been as direct there. Not have waited for three days. Not have left to go to the next town. Not have spent time up in Galilee. Not have sat down with prostitutes and tax collectors.And we would not have done it because often we're simply judging things by outward appearance, just calling things as we see them. That's what Jesus is saying in verse 24:“Do not judge by appearances.”Don't simply look at the outward form of something and go from there. Don't judge through the eyes of the world, but through Jesus' eyes. Through the lens of Scripture. Judge, verse 24, “with right judgment.”Cities Church, we have to humble ourselves here. We have to recognize our need, our incredible need, for God to take us by the hand and show us through his word by his Spirit with the help of godly counsel, how to judge. We need his direction. This is why we ought to pray more often than we do: “Father, Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven.”God, you do all that is right in glory. Do it here, through me, in this world. Use me, use us, to assess the world in the way you'd want us to. So there's four marks, four assessments of the darkness yet remaining in us. And these four, of course, relate directly to the baptismal waters out in front of me.I Believe JesusIn baptism, we say, “I believe what Jesus tells me about himself. I confess he is the Son of God, the Savior of the world, and the Giver of life eternal.”In baptism, we say, “My self-will is no more. It's gone down into the waters. It's been buried. I follow God's will for my life. I obey him including his command to be baptized in his name.”In baptism, we say, “I am a breaker of God's Law. I've sinned. I need forgiveness. I must not be clothed in my own righteousness — I have none. I must have Jesus' name put upon me. I must have Jesus' righteousness cover me.”And, in baptism, we say, “Jesus, you are the one who can make my whole body, even my soul, well. And you've seen fit to do so in a way I'd not expect. In a way I'd not, of my own accord, judge as right — by sending your Son to die in my place and allowing me to receive forgiveness not by my own working, or earning, but by believing in yours for me.In just a moment, five individuals will come to proclaim this belief.Let's pray…

"The Blessed Giver"A message preached by Pastor Mike Henry at Royal View Baptist Church.Worship Guitar - 100 Beautiful Hymns - Instrumental - Peaceful Gospel Music --- Used by the permission of the artist Josh Snodgrass

From Desert Manna to Living Bread of Jesus: Trusting the Giver Today's Homily reflects on Jesus' words, “Whoever has ears ought to hear,” . . . . . . urging deep, attentive listening to God's Word. Drawing on Israel's experience in the desert, it warns against forgetting God's past goodness when facing present challenges, and cautions against grumbling, mistrust, and spiritual immaturity. The Parable of the Sower The parable of the Sower illustrates God's generous scattering of His Word everywhere, but also the varying receptivity of human hearts . . . whether hard, shallow, thorn-choked, or fertile. The example of Mary, who received the Word in her heart before in her womb, shows the ideal receptivity that allows God's Word to take root and bear abundant fruit. The Eucharist is presented as both true heavenly bread and the seed of Christ's life planted in believers, intended to grow and produce lasting spiritual fruit. The call is to prepare the “soil” of our hearts and ears to receive, retain, and live God's Word. Hear more within this Meditation Media. Listen to: From Desert Manna to Living Bread of Jesus: Trusting the Giver -------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from the Homily It is a response to a lack of trust. It's a response to a lack of confidence and a refusal to understand that when God does anything, there's always a point. There's always a purpose. When grace comes into our lives, it always has a direction to it. It always leads us somewhere. But one only grows spiritually when one learns to trust the movement of grace and trust requires the risk of not always understanding right away. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Image Parable of the Sower: Dutch Painter: Pieter Bruegel the Elder:  1557 A Sower went out to sow. The painting depicts a farmer scattering seed across a field. On the left, thorny bushes threaten to overtake the grain. Nearby, rocky ground offers quick growth but little endurance. To the right, further down the hill, the seed falls on fertile soil. Across the river, a crowd gathers to hear the teachings of Jesus. The painting was inspired by a trip to the mountains the artist took just before creating this piece. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Gospel: Matthew 13: 1-9 First Reading: Exodus 16: 1-5, 9-15

John 5:18-30

God's King blesses others with his victories.

What if there's a divine "olive leaf" of peace from God, revealing profound truths about Christ, our eternal potential, and how to prepare for His glorious return? This video unlocks D&C 88! Summary: Doctrine & Covenants 88, often called the "Olive Leaf" plucked from the Tree of Paradise, is a comprehensive revelation offering God's message of peace and preparation for the last days. This video delves into its multifaceted teachings: The Light of Christ (88:3-13, 40): Discover Jesus Christ as the omnipresent "light of truth," the "other Comforter," and the very "life, law, and power" that governs all things in the universe—from the sun and moon to the earth itself [cite: 88:6-13]. This light enlightens our understandings and helps us see everything else, truly revealing that "light cleaveth unto light" [cite: 88:40]. The Spirit and the Body (88:14-20, 28-31): Learn the profound truth that "the spirit and the body are the soul of man" [cite: 88:15], emphasizing the vital importance of the physical resurrection for a fullness of joy. We explore how even "Mother Earth" will be sanctified and crowned with glory, prepared for celestial beings, and how our resurrected bodies will be quickened by the glory we are willing to receive [cite: 88:17-20, 28-31]. Willingness to Receive (88:32-33): Understand that God gives according to our willingness. We often limit the infinite goodness of God by our own unwillingness to open our arms and hearts to His gifts, preventing us from rejoicing fully in both the gift and the Giver [cite: 88:32-33]. The Power of Law (88:22-26, 34-39): Explore how divine law governs, preserves, perfects, and sanctifies all things. Only by abiding in celestial law can we abide celestial glory. The earth itself serves as an example, fulfilling the measure of its creation by obeying celestial law [cite: 88:25-26, 34]. Every kingdom in the universe operates by its own specific laws, emphasizing that there's no escaping the principle of law [cite: 88:36-39]. A Universe of Other Sheep (88:45-62): Gain an expanded vision of God's vast creations. Through a profound parable, learn that Christ not only created and redeems "worlds without number" but also visits them all in "his hour, and in his time, and in his season" [cite: 88:56-58]. This highlights God's personal attention to all His children across the immensity of space. House of Glory (88:87-120): Discover the Lord's blueprint for preparing for the Second Coming. This includes a call to solemn assembly, diligently seeking wisdom from "best books" by study and faith, and organizing and establishing a "house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God" – ultimately referring to the Temple and its transformative power [cite: 88:117-120]. The School of the Prophets (88:77-81, 122-133): Understand God's command to teach one another diligently the doctrine of the kingdom, encompassing both religious and secular knowledge. This "celestial curriculum" prepares us to "magnify the calling" whereunto we are called and to warn our neighbors. The video concludes with the beautiful order of the School of the Prophets, emphasizing that true education is a relationship built on prayer, salutation, and an "unchangeable" bond of charity [cite: 88:77-81, 122-133]. This video is a powerful invitation to embrace God's expansive truths and prepare ourselves for the glory that awaits. Call-to-Action: Which aspect of D&C 88 resonated most deeply with you? How will you apply these principles to draw nearer to God? Share your insights in the comments below! If this message brought you peace and expanded your understanding, please like, share, and subscribe to "Unshaken" for more revelatory insights into God's word.   Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 3:36 The Light of Christ 20:23 The Spirit and the Body 34:15 Willing to Receive 43:54 The Power of Law 1:02:45 A Universe of Other Sheep 1:15:24 House of Glory 1:35:09 The School of the Prophets 1:57:59 One Liners

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: 2 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 34; John 6 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode for August 4th, 2025, join your host Hunter as we journey together through the Bible, warming our hearts by the fires of God's love. Today's readings take us from the remarkable reign of King Josiah—who discovers the long-lost Book of the Law and leads the people in repentance—to the miraculous moment when Jesus feeds the five thousand and declares Himself the Bread of Life in John 6. We'll reflect on how God's Word can be hidden in plain sight—both in ancient temples and in our own busy lives—and what it means to truly seek, see, and be satisfied by the living Word. Along with thoughtful readings, Hunter will guide us in prayer, encouraging us to find hope, joy, and transformation as we behold Jesus together. So wherever you're tuning in from—whether the Bronx or Bogota—settle in for a time of reflection, scripture, and heartfelt community. Let's get started! TODAY'S DEVOTION: For generations, the Word of God was lost to God's people—even lost right where you would expect to find it, right in the temple. But no one was looking. No one was listening. King Josiah, by God's providence, would eventually find it. When it was read, it broke his heart and drove him to deep repentance. In our reading from John today, we see that once again the Living Word is right where you would expect to find him: among God's people, in the synagogue. And yet, he's hidden in plain sight. Jesus is present, performing miracles, feeding the multitudes, walking on water. All of this points unmistakably to who he truly is—the Bread of Life, the Living Word made flesh. Yet, many still do not see him. They are distracted by their own needs, their own expectations. Their eyes are on the gifts, not on the Giver. The living Word can be lost in the midst of ruins—the ruins of our past, the self-indulgence of our lives. The living Word can even be lost among God's people when we lose sight of him, even when he is right before us. Jesus challenges the crowds because they are looking for provision instead of understanding the signs; they are preoccupied with the food that perishes, instead of seeking the eternal life he offers. He tells them, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again.” He invites us not simply to look for what we want, but to see who he is. The one who satisfies, who fills the emptiness within, who gives us himself. It is a call to shift our focus—from ourselves and our anxieties, to him, the One who has come down from heaven for us. We see it in Josiah, who, when confronted with the Word, tears his clothes in repentance, realizing how far the people had strayed. We see it in Peter, who after witnessing Jesus' power and presence, falls to his knees and confesses his own brokenness and need. We find Jesus, the Bread of Life, at the center of it all—our true sustenance, our source of life. Are we seeing the Word of God that is right before us? Are we letting our hearts be satisfied—not by what we can acquire, but by who he is? Are we, like Josiah, like Peter, humbling ourselves before the living Word, turning from what is perishable to what is eternal? May you see the bread that has been hidden in plain sight. May you take it, eat, and be satisfied. That's my prayer for my own soul, for my family—my wife, my daughters, my son—and that's a prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Loving God, you have knit us together in the body of Christ from every nation and tongue. Make us a vessel of your peace today. Make us a vessel of your peace today. Where hatred stirs, let us bear your love. Where wounds run deep, let us be agents of pardon. Where fear grips hearts, may we speak faith. Where sorrow hangs heavy, may we carry joy. Teach us to listen more than we speak. To understand before we are understood. To love. For in surrender we find abundance. In mercy, we discover grace. And in dying, we rise into your life. In the name of Jesus. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.   OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Dave Myers discusses Luke 1:79—“To give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.”

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Today Marianne Howard will take us into deeper intimacy with Jesus, the Giver of rest. Jesus invites the weary and burdened to come to Him. She will take us on a journey to understanding genuine soul rest and how to achieve this rest while examining and modifying spiritual, personal, and professional priorities, in order to move to abundant living.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, your two favorite Matts discuss Mariah Carey announcing her new album Here For It All, Chappell Roan teasing her long-awaited single "The Giver", the Astronomer CEO & HR executive resigning after their affair was caught on camera at a Coldplay concert, and more!⁠⁠Get tickets to our NYC Live Show on 8/30!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you're not in the NYC-area, get tickets to the Livestream/VOD!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Preorder Mike Steele's book, Not Lucille!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Preorder the book & fill out this form to get a signed copy & a personal message from Matt Steele!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to GlobalGiving's California Wildfire Relief Fund⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get some of our brand new merch from shoptwogaymatts.com!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a part of our newly revamped Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Matt Steele's movie DIVOS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch us on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @itsmattsteele⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @mattpalmermusic⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Lynette Kittle reminds us that God’s goodness isn’t just a concept—it’s something we’re invited to experience, enjoy, and rest in every day. In this episode, discover 7 truths about God’s goodness that will encourage your heart and draw you closer to the Giver of every perfect gift. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.