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What if you haven't lived up to your potential?In this reflection on Psalm 8, John Ortberg explores one of the great wonders of God's creation: human potential.You can count the seeds in an apple.But you cannot count the apples in a seed.Human beings possess an extraordinary capacity to grow, create, love, serve and become. Psalm 8 looks at the vastness of the heavens and then marvels that God is mindful of us.But there's another side to potential.It can become a burden.I should be further along.I should have accomplished more.I should have made better decisions.I should be more successful, disciplined, attractive, productive or fulfilled.What happens when the possibility of what we could become turns into disappointment over what we haven't become?John offers two truths to carry with us:“I am but dust and ashes.”And:“The whole world was created on my account.”One reminds us that we are limited creatures.The other reminds us that we are deeply loved.And if you're worried that too much of your life has already passed or that you've wasted your potential, remember:God never gets trapped in the past.Today is still here.And who knows what God may yet have in store?In this episode:Psalm 8 and human potentialRecovering awe and wonderWhy we become blasé about extraordinary thingsAbraham Joshua Heschel on human possibilityWhat it means to participate in the divine natureHow potential becomes a burdenThe pressure to constantly optimize our lives“I am but dust and ashes”“The whole world was created on my account”What to do when you feel insignificantWhat to do when you feel too importantLetting go of regret about wasted potentialWhy God isn't trapped in your pastScriptures: Psalm 8 • 2 Peter 1:4 • Genesis 18:27 • Luke 23:39–43#Psalm8 #JohnOrtberg #Potential #Psalms #SpiritualFormation #Purpose #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #Identity #Hope
Is being near God the same as actually knowing Him? This week, Pastor Alvin closes out our 21 Days of Prayer series with a message titled "God In Us." Drawing from Romans 5:10 and Acts 2:17, he reminds us that God's desire has always been communion with us, not just His presence beside us, but His Spirit inside us. Using the picture of a server tending to a table, Pastor Alvin shows how waiting on the Lord isn't passive. It's active investment, learning the heart and priorities of Jesus through prayer, prophecy, and healing. This message challenges us to move past a "God with us" faith and into the deeper intimacy of "God in us." As we invest instead of coast, our desires start to align with His. And that's when day 22 stops looking like a finish line and starts looking like a starting line. How close are you to God? And how much of Him is actually in you? Scripture references: Romans 5:10 Acts 2:17 1 Corinthians 14:4, 6 Mark 16:17-18 2 Corinthians 5:20 Isaiah 40:31 Subscribe to our channel to see more messages from Nashville Life Church: https://www.youtube.com/@nashvillelifechurch ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church, our vision is dedicated to following Jesus & building leaders. We are here to point every person to Jesus Christ. CONNECT Ready to connect? Click this link so we can stay in touch and get you connected here at Nashville Life: http://www.chrch.es/ap9bd GIVE To support this ministry & help us continue to reach people all around the world: http://www.chrch.es/3a843 PRAYER REQUESTS If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Follow Nashville Life Church: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nashvillelifechurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nashvillelifechurch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nashlifecc Website: https://nashvillelifechurch.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/iYaT0c
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Everyone teaches the parable of the sower wrong.They say three of the four soils failed. Three-quarters of the sowing came to nothing. That is not what happened.God said His Word never returns empty. This is the Son of God sowing the Word of God. Not one seed failed. The seed did its job every single time. The seed was never the variable.God said His Word never returns empty. This is the Son of God sowing the Word of God. Not one seed failed. The seed did its job every single time. The seed was never the variable.The dirt was.The seed isn't on trial in this parable. You are. Four men hear the exact same truth and get four completely different outcomes, because of what was already in the ground before the seed ever landed. That ground is your operating system. The root system installed in you long before you had a say.In this teaching I walk through:The four kinds of men in the parable, and how to tell which one is you.Why the careless man who shrugs off the Word isn't neutral. There's no neutral with Jesus.Why the thorn-choked man is the driven believer whose own ambition is quietly strangling the Word in his chest. Not sin. Success.Why even the good soil runs at thirty, sixty, or a hundredfold, and why you go all in everywhere else but run thirtyfold with God and call it balance.And the turn most preachers skip: your soil is not your sentence. Soil is dirt, and dirt can be worked.The seed was never the problem. The seed is perfect. It's time to deal with your dirt.FREE DOWNLOAD: Built to Dominate breaks down the 3 lies that keep good Christian men stuck and choked, and helps you spot which soil has been running you. Get it here: https://www.standard59.com/freeSubscribe. We go to the root here. We don't manage the fruit.
Questions about how we know God is who he says he is and isn't lying about his character, how to trust God when it seems like he's working against us, and how to respond when it feels like God hates you. How do we know God is who he says he is and isn't lying about his character? How does a person trust God when it seems like he's working against us? How should you respond when it feels like God hates you?
I'm retiring from the way Visibly Fit has looked for 25 years—but I believe God is leading me into a new season, not an ending. Listen as I share what God is teaching me about change, purpose, hope, and trusting Him when the future feels uncertain.After 25 meaningful years as a naturopath and fitness expert, I'm stepping into a new chapter. And honestly? It's bittersweet. I've spent a quarter of a century serving women, coaching patients, teaching Visibly Fit, and watching God work in ways I could never have imagined.But I've learned that a new season doesn't mean your purpose is over.Sometimes God asks us to release something familiar so we can become available for something new.
The gospel wasn't just spread. It was intentionally sent...In this next part of our journey through Acts, we see how the early believers move beyond their borders to carry the message of Jesus to the ends of the earth. From the shores of Antioch to the heart of Rome, they step into the unknown, navigating cultural barriers, trials, and shipwrecks along the way. What looks like a dangerous journey is actually God's direction. As the Church is sent, the gospel transforms the world, and that same mission is handed to us today.
Guest host Rebekah Haynie talks with Plugged In's Adam Holz look at the move by a major college to offer a degree in online content creation. Why? Plus, he reviews the new Paws Patrol movie. Pedro Garcia, author of "For Those Who Doubt," share his story of falling away from God, becoming an atheist, only to be confronted by the truth about Jesus himself. How do you help those struggling or deconstructing their faith? The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Phil Robertson's voice returns to the conversation in an unexpected way, giving Jase and Al a fresh perspective on the message their dad spent years preaching. Al reflects on the complicated spiritual timing of his relationship with Phil and the gift of finally getting to serve alongside him in his later years. The guys turn to the book of Job, the fear of the Lord, and the role of Satan, pushing back on the idea that the devil has power over our choices. In this episode: Hebrews 2, verses 14–15; Hebrews 5, verse 7; James 2, verse 19; James 4, verse 7; Job 1, verses 1 and 8; Job 3, verses 25–26; Job 42, verses 1–6 “Unashamed” Episode 1397 is sponsored by: https://www.bruntworkwear.com/UNASHAMED — Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code UNASHAMED and enter THE BRUNT POTTY OF GOLD SWEEPSTAKES for your chance to win $50,000. No purchase necessary. Ends 9/18/26. Official rules apply. #Bruntpod #sponsored http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 Phil Returns in the Lost Episodes 06:05 Al's Complicated Journey With Phil 14:20 Jase Meets an Old Friend's Daughter 19:05 What Happens After Death? 24:05 Fear God, but Don't Be Afraid 33:15 Are We Giving Satan Too Much Credit? 37:05 Al's New Insight Into Job 40:10 God Goes All In on Job 44:05 Job Faces His Greatest Fear 48:05 God Isn't Bluffing — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When life throws us a curveball, we're tempted to think God isn't good. This is a test we must pass. That thought comes from our enemy, and the trap he sets has captured many; don't let it capture you! Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what belief we must affirm when circumstances force us into an uncomfortable place.
Worship isn't the songs–it's all of you given in glory to God. Over six weeks, we're tracing what it means to bring your whole self to God: heart, soul, and strength, in private and in a room full of people, when you feel it and when you don't. This is an invitation to stop treating worship as something you attend and start living it as a whole life.Join us for the second week of our Worthy series.Follow @thisisfoundry on social media for updates.Want to learn more about Foundry? Ready to join a Foundry group?
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When life isn't turning out the way you hoped, the good news is—God isn't surprised. Today we'll look at the disciples, who expected Jesus to be King, but instead watched Him be crucified. Confused and overwhelmed, they couldn't make sense of what was happening. Join us as we learn to rest in the truth that God always has a purpose—even when we don't understand.
When life isn't turning out the way you hoped, the good news is—God isn't surprised. Today we'll look at the disciples, who expected Jesus to be King, but instead watched Him be crucified. Confused and overwhelmed, they couldn't make sense of what was happening. Join us as we learn to rest in the truth that God always has a purpose—even when we don't understand.
By Chuck Smith - When you study what God Isn't - You can truly understand How Great He Is!
How do you know if you're really following God's will?It's one of the most common questions Christians ask—and one of the easiest to overcomplicate.In this throwback episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, Tim and Drew discuss how God leads His people, why discernment matters, and how Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and wise relationships help us make decisions that honor Christ. They also share personal stories about stepping into ministry, learning to trust God, and discovering that obedience often comes before clarity.Whether you're making a major life decision or simply trying to follow Jesus faithfully each day, this conversation will encourage you to trust God one step at a time.
It's August. The rain is hitting the iron railing outside his Brooklyn window. And after 11 hotels, a sublet that ends in a few weeks, and a July where he was gone every single weekend — Norense sits down to be honest about the questions he doesn't have answers to yet.Where's he going to live? Is he doing enough? Is he spending too much time in the Word, or not enough? This episode is a free-flowing, unfiltered reflection on what it means to keep going when the vision isn't fully defined — anchored in one unshakable truth: the God who started the work in you is faithful to finish it.Norense traces the through-line of a whirlwind month — his sister's memorial, a brand trip in Silicon Valley, a family wedding, and a Texas Tech alumni weekend — and realizes God was showing him something the whole time: that he's a bridge. Between people. Between worlds. Between the person he was and the person he's becoming.He also gets vulnerable about vices, sexual purity, and the honest truth about addiction — that the things we run to never satisfy, and only surrender does.In this episode:Why Philippians 1:6 is the anchor for any season where you can't see the full picture yetThe danger of building your identity around how you feel each day — and what to do with your emotions insteadHow to recognize the "through-line" God is weaving through your different seasons and spacesWhy shared sacrifice creates a sense of belonging that nothing else can replicateThe honest truth about vices: alcohol, drugs, women, gaming, hustling, even fitness — none of it satisfiesWhy you can't stop an addiction on your own — and what actually changes when you receive ChristThe stories of Paul and Moses — and why God redeems, restores, and re-commissionsWhy testing and temptation are the forging fire that prepares you for warKey Truth: "He who started a good work in you is faithful to see it to completion — but He needs a willing, yielding mind. You can't just sit on your hands."Key Verse: Philippians 1:6 — Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.⚠️ A note: This episode touches on addiction and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available — you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.If this episode hit you:Rate and review the Mind Bully Podcast — it helps this message reach more homes and hearts, one thought at a time.
Jay Dyer, Owen Benjamin, Eastern Orthodoxy, alien disclosure, MKUltra symbolism, and Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day collide in this episode of Neph 2 America. David Lee Corbo, Top Lobsta, Matthew from Straight Bible, and Nancy deliver uncensored cultural commentary, comedy, conspiracy analysis, and Biblical discussion through a Christian worldview.The conversation begins with the proposed Jay Dyer vs. Owen Benjamin debate and the events that allegedly caused it to collapse. The hosts examine their previous interactions with Jay Dyer, Owen Benjamin's controversial Orthodox-themed artwork, accusations of blasphemy, the proposed Trinity debate, and the internet culture surrounding Christian apologetics. They also question Eastern Orthodox claims about salvation, church authority, icons, tradition, debate culture, and whether Christians should be known primarily by arguments or by how they live.The discussion expands into Timothy Alberino's appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and the responsibility Christian researchers have to proclaim the gospel when given access to major platforms. The hosts ask whether talking about supernatural phenomena is enough when Jesus Christ and the message of salvation remain secondary.The second half features an extensive Disclosure Day review and Biblical breakdown. The hosts explore possible MKUltra and Project Monarch symbolism, butterfly imagery, psychic abilities, childhood trauma, intelligence agencies, the year 1947, Catholic involvement in alien disclosure, red cardinal symbolism, and the Alfa Romeo serpent logo. Revelation 12:4 is examined in connection with the dragon waiting to devour the child.The episode also analyzes regressive hypnosis, alien-abduction trauma, sleep paralysis, Disney and Snow White imagery, demonic oppression, starseeds, indigo children, Gnostic teachings, and attempts to portray alien entities as humanity's benevolent saviors. Job 4:12–17 is compared with modern reports of terrifying spiritual encounters, while Zechariah 11:17 appears during a discussion of the so-called Black Eye Club.The show closes with Super Chats, Messages From Mom, AI data centers, surveillance fears, strange food-technology claims, and the usual audience-driven chaos.What do you think caused the Jay Dyer and Owen Benjamin debate to collapse? Does Disclosure Day prepare audiences for alien disclosure, spiritual deception, or both? Share your analysis in the comments.► Subscribe for more Biblical analysis, Christian worldview discussions, and conspiracy research through a Biblical lens.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available.00:00 Intro and Show Announcements04:14 Austin Picard Episode Recap05:56 Jay Dyer vs. Owen Benjamin Dispute08:17 Trinity Debate and Orthodox Salvation Claims14:00 Can Salvation Be Found in Orthodoxy?16:41 Jay Dyer Debate Challenge Backstory25:43 Blasphemy, the Gospel, and Christian Conduct29:17 Hearing God and Obedience to His Calling35:05 Why the Jay Dyer–Owen Benjamin Debate Collapsed42:33 Timothy Alberino, Joe Rogan, and the Gospel46:30 Disclosure Day Review Begins50:04 Sports Rituals, MAGA Imagery, and Kayfabe52:52 MKUltra and Project Monarch Symbolism56:47 The 1947 UFO Files and CIA Storyline59:00 Psychic Powers and Disclosure Propaganda62:38 Catholic Cardinals and Alien Disclosure63:23 Alfa Romeo Symbolism and Revelation 12:471:00 Demonic Imagery Hidden in the Movie76:12 “God Isn't Divine” and New Age Theology84:23 Jesus Imagery, Possession, and Spiritual Inversion87:36 Regressive Hypnosis and Childhood Trauma91:05 Alien Abduction, Snow White, and False Comfort95:51 Job 4 and Terrifying Spiritual Encounters97:43 Why the Aliens Become the “Good Guys”101:24 Gnostic Messages, Starseeds, and Chosen Ones107:27 Snow White Humming and Occult Programming108:11 Super Chats and Audience Questions122:52 Messages From Mom125:10 Black Eye Club and Zechariah 11129:22 AI Data Centers and Surveillance Fears135:01 RJ Reynolds, Food Technology, and Final Reactions136:24 Final Super Chats and OutroBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.
Have you ever asked God for forgiveness… but still found yourself carrying guilt, shame, or regret?Maybe you believe in God, but deep down you feel like you've fallen too far, made too many mistakes, or somehow need to become “better” before you can truly come close to Him.In this episode, we're diving into Psalm 130:3:"If you, Lord, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand?"Together, we'll explore what this verse reveals about God's heart, His forgiveness, and the freedom that comes when we stop living under the weight of our past.We'll talk about:Why many believers know they're forgiven but still struggle to feel freeThe difference between conviction from God and condemnation from shameHow renewing your mind with God's truth changes the way you see yourselfWhy God doesn't want you hiding from Him — He wants relationship with youHow to move from striving for approval into resting in the love of your FatherForgiveness is not just about having your mistakes erased.Through Jesus, forgiveness is an invitation back into relationship — to know God as your loving Father and walk forward with peace, confidence, and a renewed mind.If you've been feeling distant from God, weighed down by your past, or longing to experience His love in a deeper way, this episode is for you.Subscribe and stay connected because I'll be sharing more teachings, reflections, and practical steps from my upcoming free workbook designed to help you renew your mind, strengthen your faith, and grow closer to God.You are not defined by your past.You are invited into freedom.Free Jesus Walks Community
From “In the Beginning” to Amen –What Does God Really Want of Me? Micah 6:6-8 (NLT)“What can we bring to the LORD? Should we bring him burnt offerings? Should we bow before God Most High with offerings of yearling calves? Should we offer him thousands of rams and ten thousand rivers of olive oil? Should we sacrifice our firstborn children to pay for our sins? No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:1-5 (NLT)“Listen to what the LORD is saying: ‘Stand up and state your case against me. Let the mountains and hills be called to witness your complaints. And now, O mountains, listen to the LORD 's complaint! He has a case against his people. He will bring charges against Israel. O my people, what have I done to you? What have I done to make you tired of me? Answer me! For I brought you out of Egypt and redeemed you from slavery. I sent Moses, Aaron, and Miriam to help you. Don't you remember, my people, how King Balak of Moab tried to have you cursed and how Balaam son of Beor blessed you instead? And remember your journey from Acacia Grove to Gilgal, when I, the LORD, did everything I could to teach you about my faithfulness.'” God Doesn't Want Empty Religion 1 Samuel 15:22 (NASB)Samuel tells Saul: "To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed than the fat of rams." Hosea 6:6 (NKJV)“I desire mercy, and not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings." Amos 5:21-24 (NIV)“I hate your festivals…I will not accept your offerings…Instead, let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." Isaiah 1:11-17 (NLT)“God says, ‘I am tired of your offerings. When you come to worship me, who asked you to parade through my courts with all your ceremony? Stop bringing me your meaningless gifts; the incense of your offerings disgusts me! As for your celebrations of the new moon and the Sabbath and your special days for fasting— they are all sinful and false. I want no more of your pious meetings. I hate your new moon celebrations and your annual festivals. They are a burden to me. I cannot stand them! Wash yourselves and be clean! Get your sins out of my sight. Give up your evil ways. Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows.'" Obedience Has Always Mattered More Than Ceremony God Has Told Us What He Wants (Micah 6:8) Do Justly or Do Justice Love Mercy Matthew 18:33 (NLT)“Shouldn't you have mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had mercy on you?” Walk Humbly with God Do Justice. Love Mercy. Walk Humbly with God. The Gospel Isn't "Try Harder”, It's "Trust Christ.” God Isn't Interested in or Impressed by Religious Activity That Leaves Our Character Unchanged
This episode comes straight from our BraveCo conference. John open's by walking through one of my favorite overlooked stories in Scripture: the resurrection morning where Jesus spends his first hours back from the dead playing what can only be described as practical jokes on his closest friends. If you've never noticed Jesus's sense of humor in the text, I promise once you see it, you can't unsee it, and it changes how you relate to Him.From there, John lays out a framework I've spent years developing: the masculine journey through the stages of beloved son, cowboy, warrior, lover, king, and sage. John uses David and Goliath, stories from his own life growing up on my grandfather's cattle ranch, and even a scene from Kingdom of Heaven to show how God doesn't just drop courage and identity on us out of nowhere. He initiates us through real experiences, one stage at a time, and most of us are walking around as unfinished men still needing to be built up in one of these areas, whether that's beloved-ness, adventure, the fight with our enemy, or learning to truly know our wife's heart.The second half of this talk is where John get's really practical, because none of this framework matters if you can't hear your Father's voice for yourself. John shares some of the wildest, most personal stories of God speaking to me, through a nalgene bottle, an underwear tag, and a canceled sermon that turned out to save me from disaster, and then John walk's the room through simple, no-pressure ways to start recognizing his voice in your own life. We close together in a guided time of prayer, facing our fears, asking the Father hard questions, and breaking agreements we've made with the enemy about who we are as men. If you're hungry for more of God and tired of trying to figure life out on your own, this one is for you. Stay brave, and I'll see you next week.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome08:04 – You Are a Son16:20 – How God Initiates Men Through Experience24:21 – The Beloved Son Stage32:35 – Eve, Beauty & Why Your Wife Needs God, Not Just You40:42 – God Isn't as Religious as You Think48:48 – The Key to Everything56:59 – How to Actually Hear God Speak1:05:04 – Facing Your Fears & Letting God In1:13:14 – Warrior Prayer: Breaking Agreements With the EnemyCONNECT WITH BRAVECOJoin Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.menInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.
By Chuck Smith - To better understand what God is, let's first examine what God isn't.
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Jase, Al, and Zach return to Genesis to answer the question culture and even a Supreme Court justice struggled to define, tracing what Scripture says about men, women, their differences, and every person bearing the image of God. The guys dive into church favoritism, empty “thoughts and prayers,” and the difference between simply believing in God and living out a faith that is truly alive. Zach and Jase can't decide who's the poorer listener, and Jase decides Zach's new hairstyle is proof that his midlife crisis has officially arrived. In this episode: Genesis 1:26-28; Genesis 2:18-23; Matthew 5:13-16; Matthew 22:37-40; Mark 16:20; Romans 8:19-28; 1 Corinthians 1:9; 1 Corinthians 3:9; 1 Corinthians 16:16; 2 Corinthians 6:1; 1 Timothy 2; James 2:1-26 “Unashamed” Episode 1381 is sponsored by: Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code UNASHAMED at https://www.Ridge.com/UNASHAMED #Ridgepod #sponsored https://helixsleep.com/unashamed — Get 27% off sitewide and make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters 00:00 Jase's DIY Haircut Sparks a Midlife-Crisis Debate 04:14 Can Hats Be Worn in Church? 08:02 Modesty, Gender & God-Given Differences 14:51 Three Warning Signs of a Dead Faith 22:12 Why Fear of God Isn't Enough 30:15 “Thoughts and Prayers” Without Action 35:18 Every Human Bears the Image of God 40:11 God Created Us to Work Alongside Him 44:03 The Powerful Synergy of Faith & Action 48:26 God's Plan to Restore Creation Through His People — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're searching how to find clarity on a podcast niche or whether to start a bilingual podcast, this episode directly answers that question. Sometimes the hardest part of starting isn't the tech or the gear. It's the clarity. In this bonus FAB coaching session, I have the pleasure to Coach Julia Rabold, a new mom advocate currently building her podcast through two of the most common questions Christina women face before they launch: am I in the right niche, and who am I really called to serve? Julia came in with a working title, a heart for moms navigating the overwhelm of baby's first year, and a deeper pull toward supporting moms after miscarriage and traumatic birth. She was also wrestling with whether to build her podcast in English, German or bilingual. In this episode I walk her through the Micro Micro Niche Method to help her identify who she I uniquely positioned to serve and why going deeper is almost always the right answer when the calling keeps coming back. This episode is for the woman who has something started but can't quite see the full picture yet. The clarity you're waiting for? It's closer than you think. God does not call you to something and then withhold the path. I pray this coaching session gives you the permission and the framework to take your next step. Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast? Going my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! Ill show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot, without relying on social media.
Most Christian messages tell you to get better for God. This one makes the case that it's the one thing you don't need to do. In fact, trying to do that actually backfires. Kyle Winkler breaks down why you're already blessed, already holy, and already complete with no effort required. If you've ever felt like you need to get better before God will use or bless you, this episode dismantles that belief with scripture and psychology.
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and Ministry
How do you know if your ministry is truly successful?Most leaders instinctively look at visible results, growing influence, or measurable impact. But throughout Scripture, God consistently celebrates people the world overlooks and often overlooks the people the world celebrates. What if heaven's definition of greatness is very different from ours?In this highlight from our conversation (https://youtu.be/MLsZBF-Xr4I?si=xrZ2adSHCLIJFMY8), explore how easily our understanding of significance can be shaped by culture, social media, and ministry expectations rather than by God's perspective. Kelly reminds us that throughout Scripture, God consistently values things that often go unnoticed by the world.Together, Jason and Kelly discuss:Why God measures success differently than we doHow ministry leaders can adopt unhealthy definitions of significanceWhat Scripture teaches about greatness in God's KingdomWhy visible results are not always the best measure of faithfulnessHow social media and ministry culture shape our expectationsWhat it means to pursue the glory of God rather than personal achievementWhy abiding in Christ matters more than building a platformHow heaven may celebrate faithfulness that nobody else noticesEvery pastor and ministry leader is tempted to measure success by the things they can see: attendance, growth, influence, opportunities, and results. But what if those are not the things God values most? This conversation will challenge your assumptions about significance, encourage you to pursue faithfulness over recognition, and remind you that some of the most important Kingdom work may never receive earthly applause.Looking to dig more deeply into this topic and conversation? FrontStage BackStage is much more than another church leadership show, it is a complete resource to help you and your ministry leaders grow. Every week we go the extra mile and create a free toolkit so you and your ministry team can dive deeper into the topic that is discussed.Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide. Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how each episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your ministry leaders.Love well, live well, & lead wellComplimentary Coaching Session for Pastors http://PastorServe.org/freesessionFollow PastorServe LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookConnect with Jason Daye LinkedIn | Instagram...
Have you been praying about your business and feeling like God is completely silent? Friend, you are not broken and he has not stopped speaking. In this episode, I break down the real reason Christian women can't hear God clearly in their businesses, and it has nothing to do with your faith level or how hard you've been trying. This episode introduces the S.T.A.T.I.C Blockers Framework- three core reasons you are missing God's voice: Speed (moving too fast to receive), Trust Deficit (hearing Him but not believing it's Him), and Agenda (coming to God with an answer instead of a question). Each blocker is grounded in Scripture, including 1 Kings 19:12, John 10:27, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5, and Psalms 46:10. You'll learn why God's voice is a whisper not a burning bush, and why consistency in the quiet is how you build the frequency to hear Him. You will learn a practical Four-Step Action Plan: creating a daily 15-minute God slot, writing down every business nudge you've been dismissing, identifying your hidden agenda, and praying a specific surrender prayer out loud. These are the steps that actually change things. God is not playing hide and seek with you. He is not withholding. He is a generous, communicative God who has been trying to get through and the only thing standing between you and His voice is the static you're allowing. I pray this episode helps you get quiet enough to hear Him. Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast? Join my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! I'll show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot, without relying on social media.
How to Stay Full of God and Overcome Life's Challenges | Stay Full Pt. 1 You're usually good with God... until life hits you with something negative. Then you doubt everything and spiral. In this teaching, I'll show you why that happens and how to STAY full of God so the next hit bounces off instead of taking you out. Most of us get filled up on a Sunday, or at a conference, or in a season when our back is against the wall. But then time passes, life happens, and our spiritual tank slowly drains. We call it drifting. And drifting almost never feels like a big deal in the moment, which is exactly why it's so dangerous. This is Part 1 of the Stay Full series. We're covering how to stay full of the Holy Spirit and full of the Word of God, why believers drift, the two hidden reasons it happens, and the daily habit that keeps you unshakable when the bad report, the unexpected bill, or the scary diagnosis shows up. This isn't just the spiritual side. It's the practical side too, so you actually know what to DO. Because a warrior puts his armor on BEFORE the battle, not during it. If you've ever wondered why your faith feels strong one week and gone the next, this is for you. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS TEACHING: - Why you get full of faith and then slowly run empty (and how to stop it) - What a habit really is, and why that's actually great news for you - The two reasons Christians drift away from God without noticing - How to respond when a negative hit lands in the natural (money, health, bad news) - Why it's the enemy testing your faith, not God punishing you - The one daily habit that keeps you full and unshakable - How to put your spiritual armor on before the battle instead of during it SCRIPTURES COVERED: Ephesians 5:18, James 2, James 4:8, John 16:33, Genesis 50:20, 2 Timothy 1:7, Psalm 112:7, Philippians 4:19, Romans 10:17, Matthew 6:33, Ephesians 6 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Build Your Faith Before the Battle 03:50 Stay Full: Don't Live on Empty 06:12 What a Habit Really Is (Good News for You) 10:04 Why Your Faith Tank Depletes 12:43 Successful People Do It Anyway 15:42 How Compound Actions Stack 19:38 The Most Important Habit: Morning Time With God 21:19 Why We Drift, Part 1: We Get Comfortable 27:27 Why We Drift, Part 2: We Get Hit While Empty 31:37 God Never Promised the Hits Would Stop 38:09 It's a Test, and God Isn't the One Testing You 40:46 Put Your Armor On Before the Battle 49:20 Q&A: Second Job or More Time With God? 53:27 Closing Prayer If this teaching blessed you, do me a favor and hit like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to stay full. Then drop a comment and tell me: which of the two reasons for drifting hit closest to home for you? #StayFull #HowToStayFullOfGod #HolySpirit #Faith #ChristianYouTube #Discipleship #SpiritualWarfare #NewCovenant #ChristianLiving #FaithOverFear #TravisPeters #IncreaseMinistries #DailyDevotional #Ephesians #TrustingGod If this blessed you, don't just watch and leave. Get plugged in today so you can begin to experience God's Promise for Increase on new and exciting levels:
God Isn't Telling You to Give Up Everything You Have! He is asking you to give yourself to Him. Find out more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Tactical Tip: Many of our videos contain a short section we call Tactical Tips. Most offer ways to improve personal safety and security. The tactical tip on this video starts at 01:00.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/***UPDATED TEXT TO GIVE INFORMATION***Text GIVEKOM to 44321Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/R5688eW9NIUBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.
Guest speaker Bill Church encourages us to remember to go to the Lord especially in the bleak times and to trust God's method.
In a world full of noise, distraction, content, busyness, and constant stimulation, many Christians are asking the same question:Why does God feel silent?In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, Drew and Tim tackle a hard truth: maybe God isn't the one who stopped speaking—maybe we've stopped listening.From nonstop technology and overloaded schedules to our obsession with quick fixes, instant clarity, and loud spiritual moments, this conversation explores why it can feel difficult to hear God in modern life. Drew and Tim unpack how the Holy Spirit often speaks in quieter, more ordinary ways than we expect, why obedience often comes before clarity, and how distraction may be one of the enemy's greatest weapons against intimacy with God.They also talk about the danger of wanting God to move around our schedule, how adversity and stillness shape spiritual maturity, why many believers want the benefits of God's presence without the surrender that comes with it, and how to make decisions when you're praying for direction but still don't feel 100% sure what God is saying.If you've ever felt like God is silent, distant, or hard to hear, this episode is for you.Why modern life makes it hard to hear GodThe difference between God being silent and us being distractedWhy we expect God to speak loudly while ignoring Him in the quietHow obedience often unlocks clarityWhy stillness feels counterproductive but is often deeply biblicalThe danger of outsourcing your intimacy with God to pastors, podcasts, and Christian contentHow to make decisions when you're not sure what God is sayingWhy God can still guide you even when you “move on a maybe”
Have you ever stopped and wondered, How am I actually making my decisions? Am I following my feelings, what makes the most sense... or am I truly listening for the voice of God?In this episode, we're diving into Hebrews 11 and what it really means to live by faith in a world that constantly tells us to trust ourselves instead. I share why I believe one of the biggest deceptions of our generation is believing that biblical values and holy living aren't actually that important and how that mindset slowly pulls us away from God's best.We'll also talk about how God is always working behind the scenes, even when we can't see it, and why we can confidently have faith that He's moving on our behalf. Plus, I share how Tim Price's new book A Greater Plan has been challenging and encouraging me in my own walk with the Lord.If you've been feeling stuck, unsure of your next step, or just wanting a deeper relationship with God instead of simply going through the motions of Christianity, I think this conversation will encourage you. My prayer is that by the end of this episode, you'll walk away with a renewed desire to hear God's voice, trust His timing, and remember that faith isn't wishful thinking, it's confidence in a God who has never stopped working.Go to https://betterhelp.com/hopemoquin for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsoredBook a call - https://stan.store/hopemoquinINSTAGRAM- www.instagram.com/hopemoquinTIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@hopemoquin
What if no one is beyond love, forgiveness, and redemption? In this episode, we explore a version of the divine that shatters the image of a vengeful God and replaces it with something far more radical: unconditional love. We unpack why Hell may be a choice rather than a destination, how we're all co-creators of the reality we live in, and why - especially in the current socio-political environment - the question of whether we believe people are truly redeemable may be the most important one we face. Learn more about Juan Francisco at juanfrancisco.co, or follow him at @thisjuanfrancisco on social media.
The world says people never change. Jesus says watch what My grace can do. In a culture that writes people off because of their failures, their reputation, or their past, Scripture introduces us to Saul—a man everyone feared and no one expected God to use. Yet Jesus met him on the road to Damascus and transformed the church's greatest persecutor into one of its greatest proclaimers. Acts 9 reminds us that grace isn't earned—it pursues. Jesus still knows our names, still rewrites our stories, and still calls ordinary people to join Him in His work of redemption. Every baptism declared the same truth: no life is too broken for the transforming power of Christ. God isn't finished writing your story.
If you feel like your manifestation isn't working, your prayers aren't being answered, or your life feels stuck in delay—this episode will shift your entire perspective.What if nothing is actually blocked?What if you're simply being taught how to spend your energy differently?In this episode, I break down the truth that changed my life:God isn't withholding your dream—your vibration is being recalibrated.We often try to force outcomes from fear, urgency, or old identity patterns… but alignment requires a different internal state.This episode explores:Why your energy matters more than your effortHow emotional frequency shapes your realityWhy forcing delays your manifestationWhat “divine redirection” actually feels likeHow God refines your inner state before external change arrivesThis is not about “doing less”—it's about becoming aligned enough that what you want can actually stay in your life.If you're in a season of waiting, frustration, or spiritual confusion… this will bring clarity and peace.
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Thought to share? Send me a text...You asked God for wisdom—but what if the difficult season you're facing right now is actually part of His answer?When life feels overwhelming, confusing, or unfair, it's natural to ask God for wisdom and direction. Yet many of us expect wisdom to arrive as clarity, certainty, or immediate answers. In this episode, Betsy explores James 1:5-12 and reveals how God often develops wisdom through the very trials we wish would disappear. If you've been questioning why God is allowing a difficult situation, this conversation offers a biblical perspective that can help you see your struggles through a new lens. Discover what James teaches about the connection between trials, faith, and growing in godly wisdom. Learn why humility is essential for recognizing God's work in challenging seasons. Gain encouragement to trust God's process even when His answers don't look the way you expected. Listen now to uncover how God may be using your current challenges to deepen your faith, strengthen your character, and grow the wisdom you've been praying for.New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.
In Matthew 20, Jesus confronts one of the most dangerous attitudes in the human heart: entitlement. When grace becomes expected rather than appreciated, gratitude is choked out and comparison takes over. This Sunday, we will discover how the gospel frees us from the exhausting mindset of “I deserve more” and invites us to experience the joy of remembering the goodness and generosity of God.
In this episode we'll talk about:Why most people confuse surrender with giving up when they're not even close to the same thingHow control disguises itself as faith and responsibilityWhy God doesn't want to take your dream — God wants to expand it beyond what your control allowsHow holding on too tightly to the plan actually blocks what God is trying to buildWhat it feels like when you finally release control and let God lead the processWhy the surrendered version of your dream is always fuller than the controlled oneAnd more… CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN
Josh Haltom is Discipleship Pastor at Engedi Church in Holland, Michigan. In this conversation Josh talks about his journey to faith, reconciling with his parents, and the power of the Holy Spirit. He and (fellow Hoosier) Brian also bond over their shared love for Indiana University.Links & Episode Notes Indiana University 2026 Football Spring Game - Indiana University Athletics Night With the Son at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall | Indiana University Auditorium Joby Martin The Prodigal God by Tim Keller Scripture References 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 John 14:12
Brian continues in The Storyteller with a closer look at story of the persistent widow.#iamembraceEmbrace is one church, made up of multiple campuses and network churches. We exist to relentlessly reach the next person for Jesus.Give Herehttps://www.iamembrace.com/giveStay ConnectedWebsite: iamembrace.comEmbrace Church Facebook: facebook.com/iamembraceEmbrace Church Instagram: instagram.com/iamembraceAdam Weber YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adamaweberAdam Weber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamaweberAdam Weber Instagram: instagram.com/adamaweber
In this deeply honest and empowering episode of Healing Her Halo, Patience Murray shares a heartfelt reminder for every woman navigating trauma, anxiety, heartbreak, grief, or emotional exhaustion: your survival was not accidental.You survived because God isn't finished with your story yet.But survival is only the beginning. Healing requires learning how to gently move your mind and body out of constant “fight-or-flight” mode and back into the present moment. In this episode, Patience explores the emotional and physical effects of living in survival mode while offering practical, research-backed healing tools to help regulate your nervous system and reconnect with peace.In this episode, you'll learn:✨ What “survival mode” actually does to the mind and body✨ Why trauma can make it difficult to feel safe, rested, or emotionally present✨ Reasons not to give up on your healing journey✨ Practical grounding techniques to calm your nervous system✨ How movement, breathwork, prayer, journaling, sunlight, and rest support healing✨ Why your story still carries purpose — even after painWhether you've been feeling emotionally overwhelmed, constantly triggered, disconnected from yourself, or simply tired of carrying so much alone, this episode is here to remind you that healing is possible — slowly, gently, and one moment at a time.You are not behind.You are not broken.And your story is still unfolding.
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Do you feel like you are doing all the right things in your business… praying, planning, showing up, working hard… yet nothing seems to be moving forward? Maybe you have started wondering if God forgot about the dream He placed on your heart. Or maybe you are quietly asking yourself why the business strategy you're pouring so much time into still isn't producing the success you desire. In today's episode, I am sharing a truth that completely changed the way I approach business. Because sometimes the reason your business feels overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating is not that you are failing. It may be because God never asked you to build it that way in the first place. You cannot hustle your way into God's blessing. This conversation will help you release the pressure to strive harder and instead invite God back into the center of your business decisions. We are talking about surrender, obedience, alignment, and how to discern whether the strategy you are chasing is actually the one God has called you to pursue. If you have been feeling tired, discouraged, confused, or stuck despite working harder than ever, this episode is going to feel like freedom. I pray this episode reminds you that you do not have to force what God has not called you to carry. His plans for you will never require you to abandon your peace, your priorities, or your dependence on Him. Ready to build your business with God instead of just for God? I think this answer is going to set you free. I pray this blesses you! If this episode hit close to home, I have something for you… but you need to act fast. For just a little while longer, you can grab the Profitable Podcast Bootcamp for only $7. This is the 5-day training that gives you the God-led blueprint for building your calling into something real: your niche, your offer, your content strategy, and a plan to grow without social media. This is the strategy God can actually bless. Use code WORKSHOPMAY26 at checkout. Offer expires May 15th at 11:59 PM MST.
In this episode we'll talk about:Why God's timing feels slow but is always preciseHow human urgency distorts your perception of divine timingThe difference between God's clock and your clockWhy impatience is often a trust issue not a timing issueHow every season of waiting has been purposeful in hindsightWhy surrendering your timeline is one of the deepest acts of faithAnd more… CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN
Our West Senior Pastor, Seth Swindall, continues week two of our teaching series, The Life of Abraham. Following God isn't always easy, but it's always worth it. In Abraham's story, we see what happens when fear, pressure, and uncertainty lead us to take control instead of trusting God. In this message, Pastor Seth explores the following Scriptures: Genesis 12:1 NET 1 Now the Lord said to Abram, "Go out from your country, your relatives, and your father's household to the land that I will show you. Genesis 12:10-20 NET 10 There was a famine in the land, so Abram went down to Egypt to stay for a while because the famine was severe. 11 As he approached Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, "Look, I know that you are a beautiful woman. 12 When the Egyptians see you they will say, 'This is his wife.' Then they will kill me but will keep you alive. 13 So tell them you are my sister so that it may go well for me because of you and my life will be spared on account of you." 14 When Abram entered Egypt, the Egyptians saw that the woman was very beautiful. 15 When Pharaoh's officials saw her, they praised her to Pharaoh. So Abram's wife was taken into the household of Pharaoh, 16 and he did treat Abram well on account of her. Abram received sheep and cattle, male donkeys, male servants, female servants, female donkeys, and camels. 17 But the Lord struck Pharaoh and his household with severe diseases because of Sarai, Abram's wife. 18 So Pharaoh summoned Abram and said, "What is this you have done to me? Why didn't you tell me that she was your wife? 19 Why did you say, 'She is my sister,' so that I took her to be my wife? Now, here is your wife. Take her and go!" 20 Pharaoh gave his men orders about Abram, and so they expelled him, along with his wife and all his possessions. – Next Steps Looking to take a next step? We'd love to help you get connected.