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Welcome to the first episode of our brand-new series Becoming Her! We're starting at the foundation—learning how to step into the woman God created you to be. In this powerful conversation, Pastor Joie unpacks what it means to embrace your God-given identity, let go of past labels, and walk boldly into your calling. Before we can become her, we have to first believe that we were made for more. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to step fully into the woman God designed you to be.The Joie Miller Podcast is a weekly podcast designed to help Christian women understand who God is and how they can thrive in every season of life.Click the subscribe button and turn on your notifications so you don't miss an episode.Follow Pastor Joie on Instagram! ⁠www.instagram.com/joiemiller⁠Visit ⁠https://joiemiller.co for encouragement, faith-filled blogs, and products to uplift your day.Subscribe and don't miss an episode!Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-joie-miller-podcast/id1552572466

LESSON 162I Am As God Created Me.This single thought, held firmly in the mind, would save the world. From time to time we will repeat it, as we reach another stage in learning. It will mean far more to you as you advance. These words are sacred, for they are the words God gave in answer to the world you made. By them it disappears, and all things seen within its misty clouds and vaporous illusions vanish as these words are spoken. For they come from God.Here is the Word by which the Son became His Father's happiness, His Love and His completion. Here creation is proclaimed, and honored as it is. There is no dream these words will not dispel; no thought of sin and no illusion which the dream contains that will not fade away before their might. They are the trumpet of awakening that sounds around the world. The dead awake in answer to its call. And those who live and hear this sound will never look on death.Holy indeed is he who makes these words his own; arising with them in his mind, recalling them throughout the day, at night bringing them with him as he goes to sleep. His dreams are happy and his rest secure, his safety certain and his body healed, because he sleeps and wakens with the truth before him always. He will save the world, because he gives the world what he receives each time he practices the words of truth.Today we practice simply. For the words we use are mighty, and they need no thoughts beyond themselves to change the mind of him who uses them. So wholly is it changed that it is now the treasury in which God places all His gifts and all His Love, to be distributed to all the world, increased in giving; kept complete because its sharing is unlimited. And thus you learn to think with God. Christ's vision has restored your sight by salvaging your mind.We honor you today. Yours is the right to perfect holiness you now accept. With this acceptance is salvation brought to everyone, for who could cherish sin when holiness like this has blessed the world? Who could despair when perfect joy is yours, available to all as remedy for grief and misery, all sense of loss, and for complete escape from sin and guilt?And who would not be brother to you now; you, his redeemer and his savior. Who could fail to welcome you into his heart with loving invitation, eager to unite with one like him in holiness? You are as God created you. These words dispel the night, and darkness is no more. The light is come today to bless the world. For you have recognized the Son of God, and in that recognition is the world's.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

Are we just souls trapped in bodies—or something more? In this powerful message, Pastor CJ Ward breaks down the misconception that our physical health is separate from our spiritual health. Drawing from Genesis 2:7, 2 Corinthians 5, and Matthew 12:34, CJ shows how we are fully integrated beings—body and soul—created in the image of God. He challenges the cultural belief that the soul matters more than the body and reminds us that the hope of resurrection is not about escape but restoration. Using relatable metaphors like bicycles and water bottles, CJ helps us see why what we do with our bodies matters deeply to God. Key Takeaways: You are a whole person—body & soul. What you do with your body has spiritual consequences. God's goal for you isn't perfection but holistic health. Healing comes through pursuit, prayer, and trust. Our ultimate hope is resurrection—not escape. Scriptures: Genesis 2:7 • 2 Corinthians 5 • Matthew 12:34 • James 5:14-15 • Philippians 4:7 Watch, share, and join the conversation. newlifegillette.com #HealthyToTheCore #BodyAndSoul #WholePersonFaith #CJWard #ChristianHealth #SpiritualWellness #NewLifeGillette #ResurrectionHope #FaithAndFitness #MindBodySoul Chapters (00:00:00) - Foreign Church(00:01:50) - God's Creation in Genesis 2(00:02:57) - Body or Soul?: What's More Important?(00:08:44) - The Soul and the Body(00:09:26) - God Created the Human(00:11:29) - What Makes a Human Being a Bicycle?(00:18:00) - Physical Health and Spiritual Life(00:24:24) - Healthy as Cautionly Possible(00:26:55) - 3 Things We Should Be Doing to Care for Our Body and Soul

In this message we go back to the beginning of God's creation to see the purpose for which God created man. We'll also see through Jesus' temptations in the wilderness the way in which our spiritual enemy wants to attack these purposes. God has created men with a work to serve in, a will and a way to lead the way in obeying and following, and someone to love and partner with for his purposes.

Corey Tabor, the Purpose Partner, Founder and President of III Coaching, shares a message entitled, The ABCs of Being Who God Created You to Be at Turning Point Bible Fellowship in Manor, Texas. The message is based on Matthew 3:13-17 scripture and the principles shared are mentioned in Corey's first book, Being: A 30-Day Guide to Being Who God Created You to Be.To hear more of Corey's messages, subscribe to the Living Life to the Fullest podcast. You can book him for speaking or coaching at www.coreytabor.com

1. What Is Creatio ex Nihilo? 2. God Was Never Lonely. Luke 22:29; John 16:35; John 17:5; John 17:24 3. What is the Difference Between Human Beings and Other Animals? 3.1. We Are Animals The Hebrew phrase that is used to describe man at his creation, (pronounced NEH fesh kha YAH, נֶ֤פֶשׁ חַיָּה֙) "living soul" (Genesis 2:7), is used of animals (Genesis 1:20, 24, 30; 2:19 ). 3.2. Only Human Beings Are Created Directly by God. Genesis 2:7 3.3. Only Human Beings Are Created in the Image of God and Endowed with the Reflective Ability to Think God's Thoughts After him. Genesis 1:27; Colossians 3:10; Ephesians 4:24; 2 Peter 2:12 3.4. Only Human Beings Are Immortal. 2 Corinthians 5:8; Ecclesiastes 3:21 with Ecclesiastes 12:7; Cf. Confession of Faith, Chapter 4, "Creation," Paragraph Two 4. God Created the World with the Appearance of Age. Genesis 2:19-25

When you look at Genesis 1:27 and Jesus' words from Matthew 19:4 you see that God has a specific design for sexuality and lifelong intimate relationships. His natural order is between one man and one woman in a covenant relationship of marriage.

Early Scripture declares, and Jesus echoed, that God created us male and female. There's two different ways that God can make us and that way is determined by Him, not by us. God designed us and made us the way we are on purpose and for a purpose.

We've got believers walking around as if aging is supposed to mean surrender. That pain is a permanent sentence. That breakdown is normal. What if that's not how the system works at all? Kevin Lucas joins me with a wild testimony—abuse, chronic pain, and a breakthrough that rewired how I think about healing. What he discovered lines up with what the Bible has said all along: God engineered the human body with a recovery system. It's time we started using it.

Pastor Javin's wife Jenny unpacks for us that a A Proverbs 31 woman is a Wise Warrior who is Willing to Work to contribute to the Wealth of her family and community.

We look scripturally at what it means to be a woman of God. God created females for a purpose and with a purpose. In this week we look at what it means for a woman to be a helpmate, humble and holy. God created women with humble beauty, set apart from the world as indispensable, invaluable helpers to do what God has called us to do together for his kingdom.

This sermon explores the concept of New Creation in John's Gospel. Early Christians called Sunday the eighth day because on it, Christ inaugurated the new creation through His resurrection. What does it mean for us to live as people of the eight day—of the New Creation?

It's easy to slip into doing just enough to get by—at work, in relationships, and even in our faith. But deep down, we all want our lives to matter. In this message, we look at how Jesus calls us to move beyond a life focused on ourselves and into a life that makes a lasting difference. Discover how real purpose begins when we stop asking, "What's the least I can do?" and start living with compassion, courage, and impact.

Our TRUE SELF is clearly the subject of this Podcast, as is the Lesson, "I am as God Created me." This statement is repeated three times in the Workbook of A Course in Miracles. Therefore, it is supremely important for us to realize its truth within ourselves. How would this change your life, knowing you are as God Created You? What could God create but the immortal and the eternal? There is no death in the realm of Divine Love. Perhaps the coming and going of forms and physical shapes of things appears to have beginnings and endings, yet, the essence contained within every atom of Creation, giving it Life, goes on and on into infinity. We are as God created us. Can we accept this "coronation" today into the Royalty of our true Immortal Self? A corobnation indeed is held out to us in this Podcast. It gives you the blessing you need to accept this Truth for yourself. 

Genesis tells us that God “created them male and female.” This clashes with the secular view that's popular today.

In Episode 194 of Theology In Particular, I'm joined by Dr. Joshua Wilson to discuss his article, Genesis 1:1–2 and the Doctrine of Creatio Ex Nihilo (Part 1): A Lexical Analysis of the Phrase The Heavens And The Earth.   Contact: For information about International Reformed Baptist Seminary, go to irbsseminary.org. For feedback, questions, or suggestions, email Joe Anady at tip@irbsseminary.org.    Links: Access Dr. Wilson's article here.    Announcements: The 3535 Foundation will be hosting its second conference on 1689 Ecclesiology from July 22-24, 2025, in Fargo, North Dakota. This year's focus will be the rise of 17th-century 1689 Congregationalism and the Reformed Baptist movement—an essential chapter in church history. Dr. Matthew Bingham, a leading voice on this topic, will be our keynote speaker. Additional speakers are Dr. James Renihan, Jared Mays, and Pastor Noah  Bailey. To learn more or to register, go to ​​https://3535foundation.com.

Tap to send us a text! Do you know WHY you are here? That's a BIG question that deserves a powerful answer - especially as a faith-focused creative. God gave you a special gift and you should embrace the purpose you've born to fulfill. The biggest question? How can you actually live in a way that will achieve your God-given purpose? To help you discover and embrace your God-given purpose, we're joined by Josefa Benjamin, founder of the Born on Purpose Project. Josefa's journey from a 30-year career in law enforcement to creating a movement dedicated to helping others find their purpose is nothing short of inspiring.You'll gain powerful insights on:Recognizing the difference between a job and a callingHow to listen for God's guidance in unexpected placesThe courage it takes to step into your purpose, even when it's scaryThis conversation is packed with wisdom for any creative questioning their path or feeling stuck in their current situation. Josefa's authenticity and practical advice will help you to take your next step toward living out your purpose, even if the full picture isn't clear yet.Learn more about Josefa's organization at https://bornonpurposeproject.comJoin us at our South Florida Podcaster Meetup, held at the Born on Purpose HQ April 24th at 6:30pm! RSVP Here for the Miami Dade/Broward Podcaster MeetupSupport the showDiscover your Creative Personality with our free quiz! Tap HERE to learn the traits and patterns that are shaping your creative work right now, so you can move forward more confidently! godandgigs.com/take-the-quiz Join our Creative Community In our 360 Membership, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a faith-focused creative. Joining gives you access to our exclusive app, workshops and community conversations, as we change from being creatively confused to creatively confident! GodandGigs.com/membership PODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? If so, please share your: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to help support God and Gigs with a donation!

LESSON 110I Am As God Created Me.We will repeat today's idea from time to time. For this one thought would be enough to save you and the world, if you believed that it is true. Its truth would mean that you have made no changes in yourself that have reality, nor changed the universe so that what God created was replaced by fear and evil, misery and death. If you remain as God created you fear has no meaning, evil is not real, and misery and death do not exist.Today's idea is therefore all you need to let complete correction heal your mind, and give you perfect vision that will heal all the mistakes that any mind has made at any time or place. It is enough to heal the past and make the future free. It is enough to let the present be accepted as it is. It is enough to let time be the means for all the world to learn escape from time, and every change that time appears to bring in passing by.If you remain as God created you, appearances cannot replace the truth, health cannot turn to sickness, nor can death be substitute for life, or fear for love. All this has not occurred, if you remain as God created you. You need no thought but just this one, to let redemption come to light the world and free it from the past.In this one thought is all the past undone; the present saved to quietly extend into a timeless future. If you are as God created you, then there has been no separation of your mind from His, no split between your mind and other minds, and only unity within your own.The healing power of today's idea is limitless. It is the birthplace of all miracles, the great restorer of the truth to the awareness of the world. Practice today's idea with gratitude. This is the truth that comes to set you free. This is the truth that God has promised you. This is the Word in which all sorrow ends.For your five-minute practice periods, begin with this quotation from the text:I am as God created me.His Son can suffer nothing.And I am His Son.Then, with this statement firmly in your mind, try to discover in your mind the Self Who is the holy Son of God Himself.Seek Him within you who is Christ in you, the Son of God and brother to the world; the Savior Who has been forever saved, with power to save whoever touches Him, however lightly, asking for the Word that tells him he is brother unto Him.You are as God created you. Today honor your Self. Let graven images you made to be the Son of God instead of what he is be worshipped not today. Deep in your mind the holy Christ in you is waiting your acknowledgment as you. And you are lost and do not know yourself while He is unacknowledged and unknown.Seek Him today, and find Him. He will be your Savior from all idols you have made. For when you find Him, you will understand how worthless are your idols, and how false the images which you believed were you. Today we make a great advance to truth by letting idols go, and opening our hands and hearts and minds to God today.We will remember Him throughout the day with thankful hearts and loving thoughts for all who meet with us today. For it is thus that we remember Him. And we will say, that we may be reminded of His Son, our holy Self, the Christ in each of us:I am as God created me.Let us declare this truth as often as we can. This is the Word of God that sets you free. This is the key that opens up the gate of Heaven, and that lets you enter in the peace of God and His eternity.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

LESSON 110I Am As God Created Me.We will repeat today's idea from time to time. For this one thought would be enough to save you and the world, if you believed that it is true. Its truth would mean that you have made no changes in yourself that have reality, nor changed the universe so that what God created was replaced by fear and evil, misery and death. If you remain as God created you fear has no meaning, evil is not real, and misery and death do not exist.Today's idea is therefore all you need to let complete correction heal your mind, and give you perfect vision that will heal all the mistakes that any mind has made at any time or place. It is enough to heal the past and make the future free. It is enough to let the present be accepted as it is. It is enough to let time be the means for all the world to learn escape from time, and every change that time appears to bring in passing by.If you remain as God created you, appearances cannot replace the truth, health cannot turn to sickness, nor can death be substitute for life, or fear for love. All this has not occurred, if you remain as God created you. You need no thought but just this one, to let redemption come to light the world and free it from the past.In this one thought is all the past undone; the present saved to quietly extend into a timeless future. If you are as God created you, then there has been no separation of your mind from His, no split between your mind and other minds, and only unity within your own.The healing power of today's idea is limitless. It is the birthplace of all miracles, the great restorer of the truth to the awareness of the world. Practice today's idea with gratitude. This is the truth that comes to set you free. This is the truth that God has promised you. This is the Word in which all sorrow ends.For your five-minute practice periods, begin with this quotation from the text:I am as God created me.His Son can suffer nothing.And I am His Son.Then, with this statement firmly in your mind, try to discover in your mind the Self Who is the holy Son of God Himself.Seek Him within you who is Christ in you, the Son of God and brother to the world; the Savior Who has been forever saved, with power to save whoever touches Him, however lightly, asking for the Word that tells him he is brother unto Him.You are as God created you. Today honor your Self. Let graven images you made to be the Son of God instead of what he is be worshipped not today. Deep in your mind the holy Christ in you is waiting your acknowledgment as you. And you are lost and do not know yourself while He is unacknowledged and unknown.Seek Him today, and find Him. He will be your Savior from all idols you have made. For when you find Him, you will understand how worthless are your idols, and how false the images which you believed were you. Today we make a great advance to truth by letting idols go, and opening our hands and hearts and minds to God today.We will remember Him throughout the day with thankful hearts and loving thoughts for all who meet with us today. For it is thus that we remember Him. And we will say, that we may be reminded of His Son, our holy Self, the Christ in each of us:I am as God created me.Let us declare this truth as often as we can. This is the Word of God that sets you free. This is the key that opens up the gate of Heaven, and that lets you enter in the peace of God and His eternity.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

Grace Provided It! So I'm going to do everything I can to receive it...but, I'm exercising self control. Learn more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/Z0tJB7PeeswBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

You Have to Know and Live a Truth! Paul tells us there's even a possibility that you can preach a truth and still not be living it in your life. Find out more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/r9d6upgDUA8Become a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Don't Put Off Your Relationship with Jesus Until Heaven! Salvation isn't the destination; it's the beginning of the journey with Jesus. Discover more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/EJiSuRwUA8QBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

What Are Bad Works? Works are only bad if you're trying to get God to love, accept or bless you as a result. Learn more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/i9-WSx9BUCUBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Quit Looking at Anything But Jesus to Succeed! Do you have Jesus? Then you can win! Discover more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/zNQ-vkgdKnsBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Invest in Relationship. And the main relationship you should invest in and win in is your relationship with God. Find out how on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/eNQAJabGzAsBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Make Up Your Mind to Fight! If you're going to fight to win, you have to make up your mind that you're going to keep swinging. Learn more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/Sb3MBWLH3xQBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Run to Win! If you want to run to win, stop making excuses. Discover more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/XYPWgE2dUdQBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Disciples Take Time to Practice. As disciples of Christ, we are to exercise self-control in all things. Find out more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/oRyMjBSzy3ABecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Title: In The Beginning God CreatedSpeaker: Pastor Graeme HazledineDate: UnknownLocation: Adelaide, Australia Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com © 2025 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strive Toward the Goal! You don't do it to get God to love, accept or to bless you. You do it because He already loves, accepts and has blessed you. Learn more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/CsZVB3VxiiYBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

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LESSON 94I Am As God Created Me.Today we continue with the one idea which brings complete salvation; the one statement which makes all forms of temptation powerless; the one thought which renders the ego silent and entirely undone. You are as God created you. The sounds of this world are still, the sights of this world disappear, and all the thoughts that this world ever held are wiped away forever by this one idea. Here is salvation accomplished. Here is sanity restored.True light is strength, and strength is sinlessness. If you remain as God created you, you must be strong and light must be in you. He Who ensured your sinlessness must be the guarantee of strength and light as well. You are as God created you. Darkness cannot obscure the glory of God's Son. You stand in light, strong in the sinlessness in which you were created, and in which you will remain throughout eternity.Today we will again devote the first five minutes of each waking hour to the attempt to feel the truth in you. Begin these times of searching with these words:I am as God created me.I am His Son eternally.Now try to reach the Son of God in you. This is the Self That never sinned, nor made an image to replace reality. This is the Self That never left Its home in God to walk the world uncertainly. This is the Self That knows no fear, nor could conceive of loss or suffering or death.Nothing is required of you to reach this goal except to lay all idols and self-images aside; go past the list of attributes, both good and bad, you have ascribed to yourself; and wait in silent expectancy for the truth. God has Himself promised that it will be revealed to all who ask for it. You are asking now. You cannot fail because He cannot fail.If you do not meet the requirement of practicing for the first five minutes of every hour, at least remind yourself hourly:I am as God created me.I am His Son eternally.Tell yourself frequently today that you are as God created you. And be sure to respond to anyone who seems to irritate you with these words:You are as God created you.You are His Son eternally.Make every effort to do the hourly exercises today. Each one you do will be a giant stride toward your release, and a milestone in learning the thought system which this course sets forth.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

In This Race, You Have to Do Something! In all my 53 years, I've never had anyone knock on my door and say, "Congratulations, Kurt! You won the New York Marathon!" Learn more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/DtAloSkQn5kBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

If You're Not in a Fight Now, a Fight Is Coming! God is not calling us to minimal effort. If He was, He wouldn't have told us to run. Discover how to run to win on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/tmQjgYKKUYEBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

If you're a woman on your journey to becoming all that God has called you to be, this episode is for you. The road to transformation isn't always easy—it can feel overwhelming, uncertain, or even lonely at times. But you are not alone. God is with you, guiding your steps, strengthening your heart, and equipping you for every season ahead. In this special episode, I'm sharing a prayer of encouragement over you, asking God to fill you with peace, clarity, and renewed faith. Whether you're battling self-doubt, feeling stuck, or simply needing a reminder of His presence, this prayer is for you. Take a deep breath, quiet your heart, and allow these words to wash over you. Let them remind you that you are called, chosen, and deeply loved by the One who created you for such a time as this. ✨ If this episode blesses you, share it with a friend who needs encouragement today!   Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 11:28-20 Proverbs 3:5-6 I pray this blesses you,  Xoxo Coach Joy    GET YOUR MERCH!

In this week's episode, Lori discusses God's creation of dinosaurs and mankind on the same day, day 6 of creation. Dinosaurs did not live millions of years ago and went extinct before humans. In fact, humans and dinosaurs lived on the planet at the same time. Lori Joiner is a speaker, author, and discipleship coach. She is the author of Discipling Women, Start Here 6 Foundational Lessons for Growth in Christ, Next Steps 7 Foundational Lessons for Growth in Christ, The Discipleship Starter Kit, and her newest book, Raising Children Unto the Lord. She traveled nationally and internationally as a full-time missionary with Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) for 23 years, gaining extensive experience in cross-cultural ministry, evangelism, discipleship, and directing women's ministries. She has lived overseas, undercover, sharing the love of Jesus in several countries. Lori founded and directed the Faith House, a discipleship home for college-aged women in Waco, Texas. She founded Lori Joiner Ministries, which serves the global body of Christ with discipleship resources, publications, and ongoing coaching and consulting of discipleship ministries. Lori's podcast, Your Discipleship Coach, is on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. She has traveled extensively and taught on a wide variety of topics. She currently lives in Katy, TX, with her husband, Alan, and two teenage sons. To have Lori speak at your next event, to see a full list of her retreats and resources, or to donate to her ministry, please visit: https://www.lorijoinerministries.org/#retreatspeaker #LoriJoinerMinistries #disciplechurch #discipleship #womeninministry #Houston #Houstontx #katytexas #texas #churchlife #churchflow #biblestudy #christianity #christian #christianblog #christianspeaker #christianspeakerintexas #christianpage #godsplan #jesuslife #prayerlife #godislove #blessed #godsword #Jesusislord #faith #SmallGroupBibleStudy #author #christianauthor 

Are you thriving in the life God designed for you?Join Susie and me as we take a deep dive into Luke 13:19b, exploring the profound connection between spiritual nourishment and personal growth.Luke 13:19b (NIV)“It grew and became a tree, and the birds perched in its branches.”https://livesteadyon.com/To connect with Susie:https://susiecrosby.com/Facebook: @‌susiecrosbyauthorInstagram: @‌susiecrosbySusie's devotionals, “Lighthearted” and “Just One Word: 90 Devotions to Invite Jesus In” are available on Amazon.https://www.logos.com/https://enduringword.com/https://www.wordhippo.com/https://www.biblegateway.com/https://www.blueletterbible.org/Friedrich Büchsel, “Γίνομαι, Γένεσις, Γένος, Γένημα, Ἀπογίνομαι, Παλιγγενεσία,” ed. Gerhard Kittel, Geoffrey W. Bromiley, and Gerhard Friedrich, Theological Dictionary of the New Testament (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1964–), 686.John A. Martin, “Luke,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 240–241.I. Howard Marshall, “Luke,”.+~These+two+parables+a "‌") in New Bible Commentary: 21st Century Edition, ed. D. A. Carson et al., 4th ed. (Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994), 1003.A. Boyd Luter, “Luke,” in CSB Study Bible: Notes, ed. Edwin A. Blum and Trevin Wax (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2017), 1635.Theme music:Glimmer by Andy Ellison

In this episode, we continue our series by engaging Chapter 5 of Stan's new book, Have We Lost Our Minds?: Neuroscience, Neurotheology, the Soul, and Human Flourishing. We discuss:What is an “individuated human nature,” and why is each of these words important?Natures have capacities; the ability to manifest a capacity is a faculty. What kinds of faculties do humans have?What makes human consciousness unique?How can asking “What is it like?” questions help engage people in conversation about the soul?How do our human faculties interact?How do studies on near-death (or after-death!) experiences help us understand the nature of the soul?What does it mean to be a substance that has properties? Resources and Citations:Find out more about Have We Lost Our Minds?Get the introduction to the book for free on the Global Scholars website.A printable group discussion guide can be found here.The Lausanne Movement'sThe Seoul Statement, Preamble to Section IV: “The Human Person: The Image of God Created and Restored”Thinking Christianly Episode #7: What is a Soul and Why Should We Care? (Part 1)Thinking Christianly Episode #8: What is a Soul and Why Should We Care? (Part 2)John Burke, Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits YouGary Habermas & J.P. Moreland, Beyond Death: Exploring the Evidence for Immortality Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy

God creates order in our lives so that it may be filled with abundance to fulfill the purpose God has for us. We see this pattern in the account of creation in Genesis where God remakes what is in formless and void. In the first three days of creation God creates order. In the next three days God fills the order of each those corresponding days with abundance. On day seven God rests and celebrates the fullness of creation.This pattern is evident in our relationship with God. As we follow the order God has for our lives, God fills it with the abundance of the life and nature of Christ. When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is calling us to order our lives that we may be led and strengthened by His Holy Spirit. With His order in our lives He makes provision for us, and from our abundance we can be generous toward others.

God creates order in our lives so that it may be filled with abundance to fulfill the purpose God has for us. We see this pattern in the account of creation in Genesis where God remakes what is in formless and void. In the first three days of creation God creates order. In the next three days God fills the order of each those corresponding days with abundance. On day seven God rests and celebrates the fullness of creation.This pattern is evident in our relationship with God. As we follow the order God has for our lives, God fills it with the abundance of the life and nature of Christ. When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is calling us to order our lives that we may be led and strengthened by His Holy Spirit. With His order in our lives He makes provision for us, and from our abundance we can be generous toward others.

Do you find yourself searching for the next "current event" and how it relates to the Bible? How about we take a pause and get back to a "first things first" mentality? What do you think about the fact that God created you? How He made you with a distinct purpose and with an ability to think, create, grow, and reason? How honest are you with yourself when you ponder these things? (00:00) In the Beginning, God Created(18:49) Restoration and Recreating Through FaithCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text:  https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcastWebsite: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpO Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube:  https://bit.ly/437xMHn DAZE OF DECEPTION BOOK:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/ Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free for more exclusive content:https://bit.ly/3CIP3M99

1. God CREATED them, sin DISTRACTED them.2. Appetites are never FULLY and COMPLETELY satisfied.3. Your appetite will always whisper NOW not LATER.Genesis 25:27-28 The boys grew up, and Esau became a skillful hunter, a man ofthe open country, while Jacob was a quiet man, staying among the tents. Isaac, whohad a taste for wild game, loved Esau, but Rebekah loved Jacob.Genesis 25:29-31 Once when Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau came in fromthe open country, famished. He said to Jacob, “Quick, let me have some of that redstew! I'm famished!” Jacob replied, “First sell me your birthright.”Genesis 25:32-35 “Look, I am about to die,” Esau said. “What good is thebirthright to me?” But Jacob said, “Swear to me first.” So he swore an oath to him,selling his birthright to Jacob. Then Jacob gave Esau some bread and some lentilstew. He ate and drank, and then got up and left. So Esau despised his birthright.Lies We Believe1. The ACCOMPLISHMENT lie.Colossians 3:1-2 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts onthings above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds onthings above, not on earthly thingsPhilippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever isright, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything isexcellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.2. That will never HAPPEN to ME lie.3. It's not that BIG OF A DEAL lie.James 1:13-15 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For Godcannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is temptedwhen, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed. Then, after desirehas conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth todeath.John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seenhis glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of graceand truth.

Questions about whether God creating everything means he created evil too, and how a grief counselor can answer a question about whether God causes or allows death and sickness.   How should my daughter answer a friend at school who said, “If God created everything, he must have created evil too, like cancer, right?” As a grief counselor, how should I answer this question I'm often faced with: Does God cause or allow death and sickness?

Why did God make you?A simple parking lot dispute reveals a profound truth - we're all made in God's image. In this episode of the Alex Wilson Podcast, we explore Question #4 from our catechism study: "How and Why Did God Create Us?" Through Genesis 1:27 and the concept of "imago dei," discover how understanding our divine purpose transforms how we see ourselves and treat others. Learn practical ways to live out this truth and why glorifying God means recognizing His image in everyone we meet.