Podcasts about Giver

In this episode of The Pursuit, James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Ansley Huckaby open in Acts 8, where a man named Simon watched the Holy Spirit show up in power and immediately reached for his wallet to buy it. The team unpacks how easily we do the same thing in subtler ways, coming to God wanting His gifts more than we want Him. The conversation digs into what genuine faith actually looks like, the difference between seeking God's hand and seeking His face, and why the worst form of idolatry might be using God to get more of your idol.From there it gets personal. Carlos shares the season of singleness that rearranged his heart and taught him to want the Giver more than the gift. James walks through why the Christian life is not just hard without the Holy Spirit, it is impossible, and unpacks the truth that changed everything for him: the Spirit is a person to be known, not a power to be used. If He has felt distant lately, the team offers a reframe on why, and it probably is not what you think. If your prayer life has felt dry or far away, this is the conversation you have been needing.Subscribe for more messages and conversations that will help you know and follow Jesus.Episode GuideThese guides are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus: https://mycpcc.com/guideTo submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus.To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/giveTo learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform @CrosspointCity

The Polar Plunge in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a cold-water swimming event to raise funds for Special Olympics. This past winter they had to cancel the Polar Plunge because the temperature was too cold to have people try to participate in the plunge. Instead, they tried to find some other way to raise money and the people participating were told to “stay home, stay warm, and stay safe. I'm not sure what the temperature in the water would need to be to be too much for the polar bears or for humans. Today, instead of doing something extremely dangerous, give generously to some organization like Special Olympics that's making a difference in the world. Your money will go just as far whether you take a Polar Plunge or if you just stay safe and give. Be a giver today.

“This is true faith—a living confidence in the goodness of God.” —Martin Luther

The land got handed out before the war was even over. In Joshua 13 and 14, an old leader stands in front of an unfinished map, and God tells him to start giving the inheritance away anyway. David Leventhal walks through what it means to receive your whole life as a gift instead of a trophy, why the things you leave undone tend to get handed down, and how ordinary obedience becomes worship. It's a reminder that the gift is good, but the Giver is always better. Sermon notes and discussion questions available at: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for weekly Sunday Messages on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Questions or feedback? DM us @citybridgecc or email info@citybridgechurch.org. Enjoyed the message? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

We live in a world that constantly promises us shortcuts to power, transformation, and fulfillment. This message from Acts 8 confronts us with the story of Simon the Sorcerer, a man who wanted God's power without God's presence, who sought the gifts without the Giver. The passage challenges us to examine what paths we're taking in our spiritual journey. Are we following the well-trod path of surrender and intimacy with Jesus, or are we being seduced by the easier route that promises transformation without vulnerability, healing without repentance, and resurrection without death? The central revelation here is that every city and every person lives under a spell of some kind. For us in modern times, these spells might be individualism, scarcity mindset, workaholism, or the technological ease that promises instant answers without the hard work of formation. We're invited to recognize that we cannot gain God's power without His person and without His passion. True transformation requires us to die to ourselves, to surrender control, and to trust that the difficult path of discipleship is actually the good path. This isn't just about avoiding obvious sins; it's about recognizing how we've become consumers rather than disciples, how we want friendship with benefits from Jesus rather than covenant relationship. The call is clear: repent from the magic that manipulates spiritual forces for personal gain, and instead embrace worship that says 'I surrender' rather than 'I leverage.' We're reminded that we can be baptized and still not fully surrender, that we can join the movement and still seek the power of our old life. The invitation is to become transitional characters who break the curse in our families and our city, saying 'it ends with us' and stepping into the freedom that only comes through the Holy Spirit.

Jesus is not condemning farming, buying or selling, or marriage. Fields, oxen, and wives are gifts of God, given from His own hand. Abraham had fields. Jacob had livestock past counting. God Himself instituted marriage in Eden. The sin is not in the things. The sin is in the ranking. Each man looked at the gift in his hand and the Giver at his door, and he feared losing the gift more than he feared the Giver.

Join Darren C Davis as he shares how to walk in dependance on God verses self-sufficiency

The Giver came in on fire in this one! Connecting the dots that most people overlook between the bible, numerology and the stars. You don't have to be a christian to enjoy a conversation like this! Stay Weird!To Find The Giver---> linktr.ee/3rdEyeHealingTo Follow Us On Patreon—> https://www.patreon.com/c/MetaMysticsFor A Past Life Regression Or To Inquire About Anything Else, Email Us!—> MetaMystics@yahoo.comSubscribe to our Youtube—> http://www.youtube.com/@MetaMysticsTo Follow Us On TikTok—> https://www.tiktok.com/@metamysticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/meta-mystics--5795466/support.You Don't Know What You Don't Know!

Once more, Fr. David Skillman and Adam continue their conversation on St. John Paul II's encyclical Dominum et Vivificantem (The Lord and Giver of Life). This week, Fr. Skillman shares St. John Paul's paragraph on "Reason for the Jubilee Year 2000: Christ Who Was Conceived of the Holy Spirit." Adam reflects on the day's Gospel reading with Patty Schneier. Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

In this message, special speaker Pastor Gabe George walks us through Genesis 22 and shows how every gift God gives us comes with the same question. Do you trust the Giver, or do you trust the gift? Drawing from Hebrews 11:6 and Genesis 22, this sermon will reframe how you see God's goodness, and what He's actually doing when He asks you to open your hand.Whether you're holding tightly to something God has given you, wrestling with a sacrifice He's asking you to make, or wondering if His goodness is something you can actually count on, this message will remind you that God is never a Taker. He is only a Giver.

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Jesus is more than the Giver of our salvation. He is salvation's greatest treasure. Today, we share a discussion with Michael Reeves. Drawing from his book Rejoicing in Christ, he invites us to find deeper delight in our marvelous Redeemer. Get Michael Reeves' book Rejoicing in Christ with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request Dr. Reeves' digital teaching series and study guide for The Fear of the Lord with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   Michael Reeves is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow, president and professor of theology at Union School of Theology in Wales, and host of the podcast Delighting in the Trinity. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Lev. 2. 6/7/26. An expositional sermon from the book of Leviticus.

ਸੋਰਠਿ ਮਹਲਾ ੫ ॥ਜੀਅ ਜੰਤ੍ਰ ਸਭਿ ਤਿਸ ਕੇ ਕੀਏ ਸੋਈ ਸੰਤ ਸਹਾਈ ॥ ਅਪੁਨੇ ਸੇਵਕ ਕੀ ਆਪੇ ਰਾਖੈ ਪੂਰਨ ਭਈ ਬਡਾਈ ॥੧॥ ਪਾਰਬ੍ਰਹਮੁ ਪੂਰਾ ਮੇਰੈ ਨਾਲਿ ॥ ਗੁਰਿ ਪੂਰੈ ਪੂਰੀ ਸਭ ਰਾਖੀ ਹੋਏ ਸਰਬ ਦਇਆਲ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ ਅਨਦਿਨੁ ਨਾਨਕੁ ਨਾਮੁ ਧਿਆਏ ਜੀਅ ਪ੍ਰਾਨ ਕਾ ਦਾਤਾ ॥ ਅਪੁਨੇ ਦਾਸ ਕਉ ਕੰਠਿ ਲਾਇ ਰਾਖੈ ਜਿਉ ਬਾਰਿਕ ਪਿਤ ਮਾਤਾ ॥੨॥੨੨॥੫੦॥ SORAT'H, FIFTH MEHL: All beings and creatures were created by Him; He alone is the support and friend of the Saints. He Himself preserves the honor of His servants; their glorious greatness becomes perfect. || 1 || The Perfect Supreme Lord God is always with me. The Perfect Guru has perfectly and totally protected me, and now everyone is kind and compassionate to me. || 1 || Pause || Night and day, Nanak meditates on the Naam, the Name of the Lord; He is the Giver of the soul, and the breath of life itself. He hugs His slave close in His loving embrace, like the mother and father hug their child. || 2 || 22 || 50 ||ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿਆਖਿਆਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਸਾਰੇ ਜੀਵ ਉਸ (ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ) ਦੇ ਹੀ ਪੈਦਾ ਕੀਤੇ ਹੋਏ ਹਨ; ਉਹ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਹੀ ਸੰਤ ਜਨਾਂ ਦਾ ਮਦਦਗਾਰ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ । ਆਪਣੇ ਸੇਵਕ ਦੀ (ਇੱਜ਼ਤ) ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਆਪ ਹੀ ਰੱਖਦਾ ਹੈ (ਉਸ ਦੀ ਕਿਰਪਾ ਨਾਲ ਹੀ ਸੇਵਕ ਦੀ) ਇੱਜ਼ਤ ਪੂਰੇ ਤੌਰ ਤੇ ਬਣੀ ਰਹਿੰਦੀ ਹੈ ।੧। ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਪੂਰਨ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ (ਸਦਾ) ਮੇਰੇ ਅੰਗ-ਸੰਗ (ਸਹਾਈ) ਹੈ । ਪੂਰੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਨੇ ਚੰਗੀ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਮੇਰੀ (ਇੱਜ਼ਤ) ਰੱਖ ਲਈ ਹੈ । ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਰੇ ਜੀਵਾਂ ਉੱਤੇ ਹੀ ਦਇਆਵਾਨ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ ।੧।ਰਹਾਉ। ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਨਾਨਕ (ਤਾਂ ਉਸ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਦਾ) ਨਾਮ ਹਰ ਵੇਲੇ ਸਿਮਰਦਾ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ ਜੋ ਜਿੰਦ ਦੇਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਹੈ ਜੋ ਸੁਆਸ ਦੇਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਹੈ । ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਜਿਵੇਂ ਮਾਪੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਧਿਆਨ ਰੱਖਦੇ ਹਨ, ਤਿਵੇਂ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਆਪਣੇ ਸੇਵਕ ਨੂੰ (ਆਪਣੇ) ਗਲ ਨਾਲ ਲਾ ਕੇ ਰੱਖਦਾ ਹੈ ।੨।੨੨।੫੦।

LESSON 157Into His Presence Would I Enter Now.This is a day of silence and of trust. It is a special time of promise in your calendar of days. It is a time Heaven has set apart to shine upon, and cast a timeless light upon this day, when echoes of eternity are heard. This day is holy, for it ushers in a new experience; a different kind of feeling and awareness. You have spent long days and nights in celebrating death. Today you learn to feel the joy of life.This is another crucial turning point in the curriculum. We add a new dimension now; a fresh experience that sheds a light on all that we have learned already, and prepares us for what we have yet to learn. It brings us to the door where learning ceases, and we catch a glimpse of what lies past the highest reaches it can possibly attain. It leaves us here an instant, and we go beyond it, sure of our direction and our only goal.Today it will be given you to feel a touch of Heaven, though you will return to paths of learning. Yet you have come far enough along the way to alter time sufficiently to rise above its laws, and walk into eternity a while. This you will learn to do increasingly, as every lesson, faithfully rehearsed, brings you more swiftly to this holy place and leaves you, for a moment, to your Self.He will direct your practicing today, for what you ask for now is what He wills. And having joined your will with His this day, what you are asking must be given you. Nothing is needed but today's idea to light your mind, and let it rest in still anticipation and in quiet joy, wherein you quickly leave the world behind.From this day forth, your ministry takes on a genuine devotion, and a glow that travels from your fingertips to those you touch, and blesses those you look upon. A vision reaches everyone you meet, and everyone you think of, or who thinks of you. For your experience today will so transform your mind that it becomes the touchstone for the holy Thoughts of God.Your body will be sanctified today, its only purpose being now to bring the vision of what you experience this day to light the world. We cannot give experience like this directly. Yet it leaves a vision in our eyes which we can offer everyone, that he may come the sooner to the same experience in which the world is quietly forgot, and Heaven is remembered for a while.As this experience increases and all goals but this become of little worth, the world to which you will return becomes a little closer to the end of time; a little more like Heaven in its ways; a little nearer its deliverance. And you who bring it light will come to see the light more sure; the vision more distinct. The time will come when you will not return in the same form in which you now appear, for you will have no need of it. Yet now it has a purpose, and will serve it well.Today we will embark upon a course you have not dreamed of. But the Holy One, the Giver of the happy dreams of life, Translator of perception into truth, the holy Guide to Heaven given you, has dreamed for you this journey which you make and start today, with the experience this day holds out to you to be your own.Into Christ's Presence will we enter now, serenely unaware of everything except His shining face and perfect Love. The vision of His face will stay with you, but there will be an instant which transcends all vision, even this, the holiest. This you will never teach, for you attained it not through learning. Yet the vision speaks of your remembrance of what you knew that instant, and will surely know again.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

Join Pastor Cameron as we consider the willful giving of the Apostle Paul, who was willing to release Onesimus back to Philemon. The Lord is looking for those who give out of their free will and not through compulsion! 

Allan Smith joins Adam to begin a series of conversations on Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as we prepare for his beatification in September. Today Allan and Adam discuss Archbishop Sheen's words on the Sacraments, marriage, and Catholic living. Fr. David Skillman and Adam continue their conversation on St. John Paul II's encyclical Dominum et Vivificantem (The Lord and Giver of Life). Today we learn how the Holy Spirit helps illuminate our sense of sin and why that's important. Adam reflects on the day's Gospel reading. It all comes down to this! Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

(00:00): Giver det mere ligestilling, at der flere kvindelige ministre end mænd? Medvirkende: Kristine Ammitzbøll-Bille, Medlem af Københavns Borgerrepræsentation for Radikale Venstre. (12:00): Hvorfor er det ikke 'bare' et tilfældigt ministerbytte? Medvirkende: Joachim B. Olsen, politisk kommentator ved B.T. (31:00): Hvordan kan det lade sig gøre, at en mand dømt for blufærdighedskrænkelser kan blive massør? Medvirkende: Eva Hellesøe, journalist ved RADIO IIII. (46:00): Kan religion gøre Samira Nawa til en dårligere Klima-, energi- og forsyningsminister? Medvirkende: Martin Henriksen, tidligere medlem af Folketinget for DF og leder for Nye Borgerlige. Værter: Anne Philipsen og Nicolai Dandanell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when the people everyone relies on for hope, encouragement, and positivity are struggling to carry everyone else's burdens?In this powerful conversation, Ashanti Branch sits down with educator, author, and speaker Chase Mielke to explore the masks educators wear, the emotional labor of teaching, and the importance of creating spaces where both students and adults can be fully human.They discuss burnout, student engagement, social media's impact on learning, the importance of positive emotions in education, and why relationships matter more than ever in today's classrooms.This episode is a reminder that educators don't have to carry everything alone, and that small moments of connection often have a greater impact than we realize.Why educators often feel pressure to be the strong oneThe hidden emotional costs of caring deeply for studentsHow social media and instant gratification are changing learningWhat students today are struggling with mostThe relationship between joy, resilience, and academic successWhy positive emotions are essential for learningThe challenges of balancing teaching, parenting, and personal well-beingHow one assistant principal changed Chase's life foreverWhy your impact as an educator can't always be measured by dataThe power of small moments over big breakthroughsConnect with Chase MielkeWebsite: chasemielke.comFollow Chase on social media for insights on educator well-being, positive psychology, and effective teaching practices.Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/ #UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators #MillionMaskMovement #EverForwardClub  #UnmaskingWithMaleEducators #ChaseMielke #TeacherBurnout #EducatorWellness #TeacherResilience #PositivePsychology #SchoolCulture

Joanna Hogan, founder and CEO of Inspire Generosity, helps ministry leaders and givers move beyond transactional support into meaningful, trust-filled partnerships. Her vision was shaped through seasons of striving and personal hardship in the nonprofit development space, where God deepened her dependence on Him and reshaped her understanding of generosity. What began as a performance-driven mindset was slowly transformed into a belief that when ministries and givers truly care for each other, there is much greater fruit. Through Inspire Generosity, Joanna equips nonprofits to build healthier cultures of giving that honor both the mission and the giver. She emphasizes clarity, trust, and shared vision so generosity becomes an act of discipleship rather than obligation. Her work addresses common barriers like pressure, misalignment, and fear, offering practical wisdom for leaders and givers seeking greater joy and impact. This conversation offers a grounded perspective on stewarding relationships and resources for Kingdom purposes.  Consider how a more relational approach to generosity could reshape your giving and deepen your trust in God's provision. Major Topics Include: Shifting from transactional to relational generosity Helping others experience joyful, meaningful giving Listening first to understand giver motivations Reframing fundraising as partnership, not pressure Identifying aligned partners over expanding lists Addressing myths that block generosity flow Leading with curiosity to reduce performance anxiety Investing in leaders, not just programs Creating sustainable, trust-based giving relationships QUOTES TO REMEMBER “It happens time and time again where I've stretched or made a faith gift and then something happens that just makes it totally okay.” “God will never let us down.” “This is about looking for someone who wants to participate with their money, along with your time and expertise, to create change in the world.” “Let's stop asking and instead invite giving partners.” “If someone has a meaningful giving experience, they're going to say, ‘what else can I do?'” “It's a relationship. When you've done all the pre-work, the invitation is just the next natural step.” “You don't need more people. You need the right people.” “Your job is to help someone have a great giving experience.” “When you're really curious, you can't be focused on your own performance at the same time.” “This is not about making you do more. It's about giving you permission to do less but better.” “Fundraising tactics actually block the flow of generosity.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Inspire Generosity Women Doing Well (see our interview with president Julie Wilson) Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounders Todd Harper and David Wills and CEO, April Chapman) National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) TAKE A STEP DEEPER On the Finish Line podcast, we are all about stories, seeing how God draws us into generosity over a lifetime.   But sometimes these stories can leave us thinking, “What's that next step look like for me?” That's exactly why we've launched a whole new podcast called Applied Generosity which explores the full landscape of the generous life across 7 different dimensions of generosity. Applied Generosity helps make sense of the hundreds of stories we've shared on the Finish Line Podcast to help you find that best next step. If you've been inspired by these stories and want to take things to the next level, check out Applied Generosity anywhere you listen to podcasts or at appliedgenerosity.com.

In this powerful message, Bishop Omar Thibeaux teaches from the story of Rachel stealing her father's images and unpacks the commandment, “Thou shalt not steal.” This episode explores God's moral law, the many ways theft shows up in everyday life, how we steal from God, and why Jesus Christ is the only true remedy for the sinful heart. A convicting and redemptive message that calls believers from taking into giving.

God's free gift of salvation is offered to everyone. It doesn't matter your religion or cultural background—Jesus Christ died for you. Join Pastor Rick for this message series as he shares how you can accept the gift of salvation and be sure of where you are going to spend eternity.The greatest gift you've ever been given wasn't bought in a store, yet it cost the Giver everything. In this message, Pastor Rick explains why Jesus had to come to earth and die so that you could be made right with God—and how you can accept his great gift of grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

The Church believes that every human child is a gift from God. We start with receiving the gift and then we grow into the role of the Giver. When we find our Home in the Trinity, then we are able to make an ever more perfect gift of ourselves.

May 31, 2026   —   This Morning Senior Pastor Rob Ginter preached a Sermon “The Gospel Generates the Giver” Ephesians 4: 28 

On today's episode of Turtle Time - "The Slam Pig of the Year Awards" - we begin by talking about Susan Boyle's next era, KJ and Dara from Summer House potentially breaking up, and Bethenny Frankel. (00:00 - 27:25) As Turtle Time continues, we discuss this week's episode The Valley (season 3, episode 9) - "Kristen the Giver". (27:25) And then, we give RHORI (season 1, episode 9) - "When Life Hands You a Cracker" - a little pop in. (01:12:00) And then finally, we discuss RHOA (season 17, episode 9) - "Yodel Ay Hee Hee". (01:45:50) If you enjoyed this episode and need more Turtle Time in your life, join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Turtle Time Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a Villa Rosa VIP to hear exclusive bonus content! We're recapping the Vanderpump Rules series from the beginning each week. And if you need even more Turtle Time in your life, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And please, if you want to watch some of the fun things we do, subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kan det være nødvendigt at finde slagtekniven frem en gang imellem for at statuere et eksempel? Homes nye topchef Martin Wiesner lod det gå ud over kædens største mægler Lone Bøegh Henriksen. Strategien skulle fornyes og ensrettes, og der kom den garvede mægler i vejen. Men hvad er det egentlig, Home vil opnå? Og hvad blev der af lokalkendskabet og vigtigheden af at kende sine kunder? Hør mere i ugens Lunde og Linding, hvor de to herrer giver deres syn på Nykredits topchef Michael Rasmussen, der går i krig mod sine kolleger i branchen. Medvirkende: Niels Lunde, erhvervskommentator på Finans Søren Linding, debatredaktør og erhvervskommentator på Finans Vært: Mads Ring Foto/grafik: Thomas Lekfeldt/Anders ThykierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God's free gift of salvation is offered to everyone. It doesn't matter your religion or cultural background—Jesus Christ died for you. Join Pastor Rick for this message series as he shares how you can accept the gift of salvation and be sure of where you are going to spend eternity.The greatest gift you've ever been given wasn't bought in a store, yet it cost the Giver everything. In this message, Pastor Rick explains why Jesus had to come to earth and die so that you could be made right with God—and how you can accept his great gift of grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

In this episode of the Hugonauts we're breaking down what truly defines great Young Adult fiction and answering the ultimate question: do these books actually hold up when you read them for the first time as an adult? We look at the core guidelines of YA literature—from exploring the human condition through a young protagonist's eyes to (ideally) teaching profound stuff that resonates beyond teenhood.  We count down the absolute best YA sci-fi books and YA fantasy recommendations. We dive into legendary dystopian hits like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Ready Player One by Ernest Cline, masterclass sci-fi like Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card and Red Rising by Pierce Brown, and classic fantasy staples like Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass, and C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia. But we don't just look at the masterpieces.  We also separate the true YA novels from books that are actually meant for middle-grade kids (like The Giver, Redwall, and The Phantom Tollbooth). Finally, we tackle the controversial "duds" of the genre. Why are massive bestsellers like The Maze Runner, Divergent, and Scythe so incredibly popular, and why did they fall totally flat for us? Grab your reading list and let's find out which books are actually worth your time!  No spoilers anywhere in this episode. Join the Hugonauts book club on discord Or you can watch our episodes on YouTube if you prefer video This episode is sponsored by Memoirs of the End by Vincent Rylan All the books we recommend, plus timestamps: 00:00 The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins  04:16 Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card  07:02 The Chrysalids by John Wyndham  08:55 SPONSOR - Memoirs of the End by Vincent Rylan  09:30 Ready Player One by Ernest Cline  12:54 Illuminae by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff  15:20 Red Rising by Pierce Brown  18:47 Tomorrow, When the War Began by John Marsden  20:15 A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket  22:39 The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien  23:56 The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman  26:40 The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis  29:10 The Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett  31:38 Powers by Ursula K. Le Guin  34:14 The Wind Through the Keyhole by Stephen King  35:14 The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman  36:55 Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling  39:10 Redwall by Brian Jacques 41:17  Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh by Robert C. O'Brien  41:55 The Giver by Lois Lowry  42:41 The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster  43:34 Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer  44:40 Cinder by Marissa Meyer  45:56 Running Out of Time by Margaret Peterson Haddix  46:54 How are these duds so popular?

Pastor Gabe George continues week seven of our teaching series, The Life of Abraham.

How does God destabilize the structures of oppression and empire by giving power to all types of people that make up the body of Christ? On this special Pentecost Sunday, the 50th day of Easter, Rev. Lisa Yebuah delivers a dynamic homily centered on the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that marked the birth of the Christian church in Acts ...

Message from Dave Hatcher on May 24, 2026

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Welcome to Day 2863 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2863 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 127:1-5 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2863 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2863 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The title for today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Song of Ascent – The Architect, the Watchman, and the Warrior In our previous episode on this grand expedition, we climbed through the seventh Song of Ascent, Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Six. We stood in the tension of the “already, but not yet,” remembering the unbelievable, dream-like rescue of God's people from exile, while desperately praying for a fresh outpouring of His grace. We learned the profound, agricultural lesson of the sower. We discovered that in the contested territory of this fallen world, we often have to plant our seeds in tears, exhausted by the spiritual warfare around us. Yet, we anchored our souls to the unbreakable, cosmic guarantee that those who weep as they plant will eventually return singing, carrying a massive, joyful harvest. Today, we take our next deliberate steps upward on this ancient pilgrim trail. We are exploring the eighth song in this magnificent collection. We are turning our attention to Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Seven, verses one through five, in the New Living Translation. Interestingly, this specific psalm is attributed to King Solomon. Solomon was the ultimate builder of the ancient world; he built the glorious Temple, fortified cities, and amassed unprecedented wealth. Yet, in this psalm, he pauses to deliver a sobering warning about the futility of human ambition. He teaches us that building a physical empire, or a lasting family legacy, is entirely useless if the Architect of the cosmos is not the one holding the blueprints. Let us step onto the trail, and learn how to build a legacy that actually lasts. The first segment is: The Futility of Autonomous Ambition Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Seven: verses one and two. Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good. It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones. This magnificent stanza opens with a definitive, double-sided declaration of human limitation. “Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good.” To truly grasp the weight of these words, we must view them through the lens of the Ancient Israelite worldview, specifically regarding the Divine Council and the cosmic rebellion. When human beings attempt to build a house, a dynasty, or a fortified city without the authorization and the active presence of Yahweh, they are essentially repeating the catastrophic sin of the Tower of Babel. At Babel, humanity sought to build a localized empire, a massive tower to reach the heavens, in order to make a great name for themselves, completely autonomous from the Creator. That act of autonomous ambition resulted in God disinheriting the nations, confusing their languages, and placing them under the jurisdiction of lesser, rebel spiritual principalities, the fallen elohim. Therefore, any city, or any human institution, built outside the cosmic order of God, is inherently vulnerable. It belongs to the chaotic, unstable realm of the rebel gods. You can hire the greatest architects, lay the thickest foundation stones, and post the most highly trained sentries on the walls, but if the Most High God is not the active Protector of that territory, the entire enterprise is spiritually bankrupt. It is destined to collapse into the dust. This reality brings us to the deeply psychological, and practical, observation in verse two. “It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones.” The rebel gods of the surrounding pagan cultures demanded endless, anxious labor from their followers. The deities of Canaan, Egypt, and Babylon were viewed as cruel taskmasters, requiring constant sacrifices and frantic appeasement just to ensure the rains would fall, and the crops would grow. The kingdom of darkness thrives on human anxiety. It wants you waking up before dawn, terrified of failure, and going to bed late, exhausted and consumed by the stress of basic survival. But Solomon, the wisest king of Israel, calls this frantic, autonomous striving “useless.” It is vanity. It is chasing the wind. He draws a sharp, beautiful contrast between the oppressive systems of the world, and the loving economy of Yahweh. “For God gives rest to his loved ones.” Other translations say, “He provides for His beloved even in his sleep.” The God of the Bible is not a cruel taskmaster. He is the loving Father who provides Shalom—complete, restful wholeness. This does not mean that believers are called to be lazy. We are called to be diligent, responsible stewards of creation. But the motivation changes entirely. We do not work out of a suffocating, paralyzing fear of starvation, or a desperate need to build our own autonomous empires. We work from a place of profound rest, knowing that the Sovereign Lord is the ultimate Provider, and that He is intimately guarding the house we are building. The second segment is: The Divine Gift and the Rejection of the Fertility Cults Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Seven: verse three. Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. Suddenly, the psalm pivots. Solomon shifts the metaphor from building a physical house out of stones and cedar, to building a household, a dynasty, made out of human lives. He declares, “Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.” In our modern culture, we might read this simply as a sweet, sentimental statement about the joy of parenting. But in the ancient Near East, this was a massive, aggressive theological claim. It was an act of profound spiritual warfare. The nations surrounding Israel were deeply entrenched in fertility cults. They worshiped gods like Baal and Asherah, believing that these localized, rebel deities controlled the womb, the rain, and the harvest. When a couple wanted to conceive a child, they would participate in the corrupt, often deeply immoral, rituals of the pagan temples, frantically trying to manipulate the gods into granting them fertility. By stating that “Children are a gift from the Lord,” the psalmist is explicitly stripping all power and authority away from the false gods of Canaan. He is reminding the pilgrims that Baal has absolutely no jurisdiction over human life. The womb is not controlled by the chaotic forces of nature; it is the exclusive, sovereign domain of Yahweh. Every single child is a direct, intentional inheritance, and a precious reward, handed down by the Creator of the universe. To build a family legacy, you do not turn to the frantic, anxious practices of the world; you look upward, to the Giver of all good things. The third segment is: The Warrior's Quiver and the Expansion of the Kingdom Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Seven: verses four and five. Children born to a young man are like arrows in a warrior's hands. How joyful is the man whose quiver is full of them! He will not be put to shame when he confronts his accusers at the city gates. Having established the divine origin of the family, Solomon introduces one of the most striking, martial metaphors in the entire Psalter. “Children born to a young man are like arrows in a warrior's hands.” Why does he compare children to weapons of war? Because, in the biblical worldview, raising a family is not a neutral, passive activity. It is an act of strategic, generational combat. The world is contested territory, deeply infected by the lies, the injustice, and the chaotic rebellion of the dark spiritual principalities. When you raise children in the fear and admonition of the Lord, you are intentionally shaping imagers of God, preparing them to push back against the darkness. Consider the nature of an arrow. An arrow is not meant to be kept safely inside the quiver forever. A warrior carefully shapes the shaft, balances the weight, sharpens the arrowhead, and attaches the fletching. All of this meticulous, grueling preparation is done for one specific purpose: to launch the arrow outward, into enemy...

Pastor Jonathan Laurie breaks down the story of the prodigal son by spotlighting the older brother—the one who stayed, obeyed, and still missed the father’s heart. Notes Luke 15:11–32 (NKJV) Luke 15:11–24 The younger brother rejected the father, rebelled, and pursued pleasure. The son’s request would be unheard of in the first century. The father honors the son’s request. Jesus is painting a picture of a father who maintains his love and endures the agony despite being rejected. We can be like that, too. We want the gift but not the Giver of the gift. The prodigal son hit rock bottom. That’s when he came to himself.The father ran to the son and kissed him. The RobeThe Father tells his servants to bring out the best robe. The father covered the son with his own honor. We don’t clean our lives up and then come to God.He cleans our lives up when we come to Him. The RingThe son had the righteousness of the father, and a full restoration of identity and authority to make decisions and give directives. The SandalsThe father restored the son, saying you belong here, and you’re equipped for the road ahead. The FeastThis was the father’s way of publicly and directly addressing any rumors or questions about his son. Luke 15:23 (NKJV)“And bring the fatted calf here and kill it, and let us eat and be merry; Luke 15:24 (NKJV)“For this my son was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” And they began to be merry. Read Luke 15:25–32 The father again demonstrates his love. He pursues both sons because both sons are lost. The Religious BrotherLuke 15:25–32 Jesus was holding up a mirror. Read Luke 15:1–2 (NKJV) The religious leaders that Jesus was speaking to looked down on the people Jesus came to redeem. Luke 19:10 (NLT)For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost. The two brothers are a picture of the two types of people in the audience, rebellious versus religious. The Redemptive BrotherRomans 8:29 (NKJV) Jesus is the third brother. He is the one who left heaven and came to earth to seek and to save the lost. Jesus took our rebellion; He took our religion and everything that stood between the Father and us and absorbed it on the cross. That’s the gospel.That’s what Jesus did for you. What’s it going to take? — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Jonathan Laurie breaks down the story of the prodigal son by spotlighting the older brother—the one who stayed, obeyed, and still missed the father’s heart. Notes Luke 15:11–32 (NKJV) Luke 15:11–24 The younger brother rejected the father, rebelled, and pursued pleasure. The son’s request would be unheard of in the first century. The father honors the son’s request. Jesus is painting a picture of a father who maintains his love and endures the agony despite being rejected. We can be like that, too. We want the gift but not the Giver of the gift. The prodigal son hit rock bottom. That’s when he came to himself.The father ran to the son and kissed him. The RobeThe Father tells his servants to bring out the best robe. The father covered the son with his own honor. We don’t clean our lives up and then come to God.He cleans our lives up when we come to Him. The RingThe son had the righteousness of the father, and a full restoration of identity and authority to make decisions and give directives. The SandalsThe father restored the son, saying you belong here, and you’re equipped for the road ahead. The FeastThis was the father’s way of publicly and directly addressing any rumors or questions about his son. Luke 15:23 (NKJV)“And bring the fatted calf here and kill it, and let us eat and be merry; Luke 15:24 (NKJV)“For this my son was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” And they began to be merry. Read Luke 15:25–32 The father again demonstrates his love. He pursues both sons because both sons are lost. The Religious BrotherLuke 15:25–32 Jesus was holding up a mirror. Read Luke 15:1–2 (NKJV) The religious leaders that Jesus was speaking to looked down on the people Jesus came to redeem. Luke 19:10 (NLT)For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost. The two brothers are a picture of the two types of people in the audience, rebellious versus religious. The Redemptive BrotherRomans 8:29 (NKJV) Jesus is the third brother. He is the one who left heaven and came to earth to seek and to save the lost. Jesus took our rebellion; He took our religion and everything that stood between the Father and us and absorbed it on the cross. That’s the gospel.That’s what Jesus did for you. What’s it going to take? — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 2026 - Sunday AM Bible Class This episode explores money as a universal spiritual struggle: how it shapes our desires, competes with God, and quietly becomes one of the strongest idols in our lives. Joey leads a candid congregation discussion with contributions from Russell, Byron, Chuck, Miller, and others as they wrestle with real-life examples and honest questions about security, pride, and stewardship. Speakers work through key biblical passages — 1 Timothy 6 (contentment and the love of money), Proverbs 18:11 (wealth as a false stronghold), Deuteronomy 8:11–18 (remembering God as the Giver), Matthew 6:24 (you cannot serve two masters), Matthew 25 (serving Christ by serving others), plus references to Galatians and Ephesians — to show how Scripture frames the problem and the cure. Major themes include: the love of money as a heart issue rather than money itself being sinful; the many ways money deceives us (false security, pride, status, power); how wealth can push God out of our lives; and the necessity of contentment and gratitude. The conversation stresses that both poverty and riches carry distinct temptations and that the root problem is what we love and depend upon. Practical application is emphasized: examine where you place your security, ask how financial decisions line up with your faith, and learn responsible ways to help those in need (knowing people's situations, choosing appropriate help such as food vs. cash). The episode also challenges believers to see themselves as stewards called to help others so God's promises are fulfilled through the church community. This message is the start of a multi-week look at money and related struggles (worry, envy, covetousness). Listeners are invited to reflect honestly on their relationship with money, repent where necessary, and pursue a posture of generous stewardship and dependence on God rather than on wealth.   Duration 39:07

Fr. David Skillman breaks open a teaching on the original reality of sin for this week's installment of our conversation on St. John Paul II's encyclical "Dominum et Viveficantem." Father reminds us that the Holy Spirit is the "Giver of Life" and in the original sin, the life given by the Holy Spirit is rejected. Adam reflects on the day's Gospel reading. Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

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Have you ever wondered what it really means to be radically generous — the way God is to you?

Life In The Spirit: Part 3 - The Gift and the Giver - Pastor Andrew DamazioThis week, Pastor Andrew reminded us that no believer is gift less. God has planted spiritual gifts in each of us, and it's our responsibility to nurture and use them to encourage others, build the Church, and glorify Him.WE FOUND A BUILDING! We believe in Portland, and we're here to stay. Be part of the vision as we step forward and raise $17 million together.Learn More: https://rosechurch.org/building/Pledge/Give Today: https://donate.overflow.co/rosechurch/pledge/buildingWant to connect more with Rose Church? Find more information at https://www.rosechurch.org and give at - https://www.rosechurch.org/giveMake sure to subscribe so you don't miss more incredible sermons like this one or previous series like “The Upside Down Kingdom” or “The Tension of Faith” from Pastor Andrew Damazio, Dr. AJ Swoboda, Pastor Julia Damazio and many other incredible pastors!Thanks for listening!

Ecclesiastes 5:8–6:12 - exposes the emptiness of trusting in government, money, possessions, or achievement to give lasting meaning. Solomon shows that wealth and success often increase anxiety rather than peace, and a life spent chasing more can still leave the soul unsatisfied. Even under God's sovereignty, human choices still matter, and people remain responsible for how they live and what they pursue. Instead of building life around endless striving, Solomon points toward a quieter rhythm of flourishing: enjoy meals with others, work faithfully, accept your limits, and practice gratitude. True joy is found not in prestige or accumulation, but in receiving everyday life as a gift from God, marked by contentment, meaningful work, shared community, and thankfulness toward the Giver of every good thing.

Years ago, Teri Lesegne wrote a book called Reading Ladders, about meeting readers where they are and then guiding them to new heights. It's a lovely image. I've got my own twist on it; I like to think of helping kids get onto the reading escalator. They read the first book I hand them, or their best friend forks over after staying up til midnight to finish it, and boom, they're on that escalator cruising toward the next book without even realizing it. Sometimes it's a series that helps them on, or realizing that audiobooks count, or discovering Jason Reynolds for the first time. Sometimes it's a genre - they grab a Rick Riordan, then the next twelve, then realize that "fantasy" is a thing and cruise straight into Fablehaven, Skandar, and the Unicorn Thief, and Harry Potter. It's a genre I want to talk about today, one that has exploded in popularity over the last twenty years, and just keeps going. Sometimes I think Neal Schusterman is keeping it alive singlehandedly, but then I remember that Margaret Atwood, Adam Silvera, Megan Freeman, and Darcie Little Badger are part of the movement, along with so many others. Have you guessed? Yep, it's dystopia. Dystopia provides a fast-paced reading escalator, with many series integrated inside. Students might pick up The Hunger Games, move through the whole series, snag The Maze Runner, move through the whole series, snag The Uglies, move through the whole series, pick up Scythe, move through the whole series, pick up Divergent, move through the whole series. You get the idea! There are many series-based, fast-paced starting points where students can step onto this reading path and find themselves carried upwards with a whoosh. Then, as they start to understand the genre more and more, and become intrigued with it, there are new angles to explore. They might try Megan Freeman's novel-in-verse, Alone, and its new companion, Away. They might pick up the graphic novel version of The Giver. They might imagine their lives with their internet feed planted inside their head, by reading Feed. Eventually, deep in the genre, they might be ready for Animal Farm, Fahrenheit 451, or another book that will stretch them further. Or, they might be much better positioned to engage those books in your whole class curriculum. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!   

In this episode, John and Arvin discuss the importance of developing healthy friendships while serving God and others in ministry. They note the difference between a “Giver” and “Taker” as it pertains to social dynamics and make their best attempt at granting listeners a sense of permission to slow down and be grateful for the people and life God has already given them. For those who'd say they've received nothing and no one from God, they offer an easy-to-implement solution that may shift a person from loneliness to a place of knowing/being known.