Podcasts about god james

05/25/2025 Josh Bennett "Drawing Near to God" James 4

This week, James Arcadi joins the podcast to talk about his latest book, Holiness: Divine and Human (2023). He also shares about his dual calling to both pastoral ministry as a full-time Anglican rector, and to academic theology as a guest professor at Wheaton College. What is the relationship between abstract ideas and practical application? What does it mean for something to be "consecrated" or "holy"?  This and more on today's podcast!

Let’s be honest—most of us have questions we’re holding close to the chest. Why am I struggling? Why didn’t God intervene? Why now? The beauty of faith isn’t in pretending we don’t have questions—it’s in knowing exactly where to take them.

In this fourth installment of The Blueprint of Becoming, we dive deep into the life-changing power of intimacy with Christ. This isn't just about knowing about God—it's about being known by Him. Tune in as we explore the transformational nature of true intimacy with Christ. Beyond surface-level faith, this conversation challenges you to examine whether you are walking in real friendship with God—or simply knowing about Him from a distance. We unpack the difference between head knowledge and heart transformation, the weight of obedience in cultivating closeness with God, and how reverence and trust form the foundation of spiritual intimacy. You'll hear reflections on the sobering realization that not everyone is a friend of God—and the grace that invites us into deeper communion with Him. Whether you've been walking with God for years or you're just beginning to seek Him for yourself, this episode invites you to go deeper—to know and be known by the only One who truly matters. Scriptural guidance:  Moses face to face with God: Exodus 33:11-16 Coming close to God: James 4:8 Obedience & Trust: Hebrews 11 Prayer: I Peter 5:6-8 Fellowship: Acts 2:42  QOTD: Do you know and are you known by God? Community Challenge: Evaluate your circle This is only Part 4 of The Blueprint of Becoming: God's Process of Spiritual Architecture. Stay until the end of the series to receive your free devotional and reflective study guide, I can't wait to share it with you guys. Subscribe for content that inspires, motivates and empowers you. Explore more at www.jazminedewees.com Shop brand merch: https://jazminedewees.com/shop/ Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode Follow & share on IG: @jd_ispeak Catch the trailer: https://youtu.be/qw1dm2X7UEU?si=tohFUC2AJA3AMYFz Follow the series: https://youtu.be/T7u7ZC-cdGo?si=ReM-q4PKl614KBA0

Welcome to the School of Ministry Podcast, where today, we delve into the profound teachings of James Chapter 1. In this episode, we explore the nature of temptation and the promises of God's great blessings as we overcome these. We see the shift in James from counting trials as joy to recognizing God's help amidst temptation. Join us as we navigate through the oldest book of the New Testament and uncover insights on how Christians can pass the tests of faith, resist the lure of temptation, and ultimately receive the crown of righteousness promised by the Lord. We discuss the distinctions between trials that lead to spiritual growth and temptations that result in sin, and the role of personal responsibility in these spiritual battles. This episode offers a rich exploration of faith's genuineness, the importance of personal accountability, and the spiritual rewards awaiting those who persevere. Tune in to understand how the Christian journey is marked by both trials and triumphs, leading us to that great day when we are in the presence of God.

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After a few weeks in other texts, Pastor Derrick resumes our series through the book of James. 

Dr. Brian Payne (Pastor) "The Gospel Message of 'First Importance'" 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 1 | Remember the Gospel is the Message of Salvation, But It Must Be Received and Held Fast (v. 1-2) 2 | Remember the Gospel is the Message of Salvation, Because of Jesus' Death, Burial, and Resurrection (v. 3-4)   Apart from Christ's Death: (1) We are guilty in sin (Rom 5:16) (2) Covered in shame (Jer 17:13) (3) Deserving of God's judgment (Rom 1:18) (4) Under the sway of the devil (Eph 2:2) (5) Enemies of God (James 4:4) (6) Separated from God (Is 59:2) (7) Enslaved to sin (John 8:34) (7) Dead in transgressions (Eph 2:1)

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Join us as David preaches on James 4:4-6, reminding us of the beauty of being made by God and for God. We are made to live in fellowship with Him.

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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Season 3, Episode 13 w/ Shane OehlerHoly Mountain Raffle Fundraiser: http://officialholymountain.com/shop/p/raffle

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1 Thessalonians 3:11 - 4:8

MESSAGE | Dr. Brian Payne (Pastor) "Trials, Temptations, and the Goodness of God" James 1:12-18 1 | The Source of the Real Problem In Our Trials (v. 13-16) 2 | The Solution to the Real Problem in Our Trials (v. 17-18) 3 facts About the Goodness of God    1. God gives only good gifts    2. He gives constantly    3. He's immutable in this

Peter Mahaffey - You Are Not God! - James 4:11-12 | Sunday March 2 2025 by Royal York Baptist Church

Jeremy Lallier discusses James 1:17—“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.”

Daily Devotion with Pastor Balla for February 8, 2025   Drawing Near to God   James 4:8  

Daily Devotion with Pastor Balla for February 7, 2025   Resisting the Enemy, Submitting to God   James 4:7  

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25_01_11 -Ep.346 - Run With Horses Podcast - Spiritual Disciplines – Prayer   Podcast: rwh.podbean.com Website: www.runwithhorses.net Youtube: https://youtube.com/@rwhpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast   Susan's New book – Parenting Manual https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo   Norman's New book – Pursuing Godliness Together - It's a practical, quick read! https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04   **(28:00)** Today we consider the Spiritual Discipline of   Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It's very cool that we can do that together!   Thank you for joining me today! “If you're new here, you can check out past episodes at runwithhorses.net. As always, I appreciate your feedback, questions, and reviews!”   **(27:00 – 23:00)**       **(23:00 – 0:00)* * PART 1 Prayer as a Spiritual Discipline Section 1: The What and Why of Prayer as a Spiritual Discipline Definition and Nature of Prayer Prayer as communication with God: a dialogue, not a monologue. Biblical definition: Biblical Foundation of Prayer Jesus' teaching on prayer: (Matthew 6:6) (Matthew 6:9-13). (Matthew 21:22). 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NKJV): Philippians 4:6 (NKJV): The Purpose of Prayer in Spiritual Growth Acknowledging dependence on God: (Jeremiah 33:3). Developing intimacy with God: (James 4:8). Alignment with God's will: (Matthew 6:10). The Role of Prayer in a Growing Spiritual Life Strengthening faith: (Jude 1:20). Overcoming spiritual challenges: (Matthew 26:41). Spiritual Growth: Discuss how prayer fosters a deeper relationship with God. James 5:16 (NKJV): Dependence on God: Emphasize prayer as an expression of reliance on God's wisdom and strength. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV): Transformation: Explain how prayer transforms the believer's heart and mind. Romans 12:2 (NKJV): **(00:00) END PART 1**   **(27:00 – 5:00) BEGIN PART 2**   Section 2: How to Pray as a Spiritual Discipline (30 minutes) Practical Steps for Prayer Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication (ACTS): Explain this model of prayer. Begin with adoration and thanksgiving: (Psalm 100:4). Confess sins: (1 John 1:9). Bring petitions and intercessions: (Hebrews 4:16). Combining Prayer with Other Spiritual Disciplines Prayer and Bible reading: Meditate on Scripture and respond in prayer (e.g., Psalm 119:18). Scriptural Prayers: Encourage using the Psalms and other scriptures as prayers. Psalm 51:10 (NKJV): Prayer and fasting: Seek God's guidance and clarity (e.g., Acts 13:2-3). Prayer and worship: (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). Incorporating Prayer into Daily Life Setting regular prayer times: (Psalm 55:17). Praying throughout the day: (Ephesians 6:18). Using prayer prompts or journals to stay consistent. Routine and Spontaneity: Encourage setting aside specific times for prayer while also being open to spontaneous prayer throughout the day. Prayer Journals: Suggest keeping a journal to track prayer requests and answers. Community Building: Highlight the importance of praying together as a church community. Acts 2:42 (NKJV):   **(5:00 – 1:00)**   Doctrine of the Month - The Church Defined Edification and the Local Church **(1:00)**   - “Thank you for listening today!   -If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.   **(00:00)**

What good is your faith if it sits on the bench instead of stepping into the game? James warns us today that true faith doesn't stay idle. It moves, takes action, and meets the needs of those around us. Faith that doesn't act is dead—lifeless, useless, and disconnected from God's purpose. So, is your faith alive and thriving? Or does your faith need a resurrection? Welcome to the Daily Devo. Our text today is James 2:14-17. What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. — James 2:14-17 To be clear, James isn't suggesting that works save us. Salvation is by faith alone, through the finished work of Christ on the Cross. What James is saying is this: true, saving faith produces visible evidence. A faith that doesn't show itself in action is not alive—it's counterfeit. James' message cuts straight to the heart of Christian apathy. If we claim to follow Christ, we can't just say it; we must show it. If I believe in a God who loves, then my life must overflow with love. If I trust a God who provides, my actions should reflect generosity. And if I know a God who forgives, then I must extend forgiveness and mercy to others. Faith that works isn't optional—it's essential. James paints a vivid picture: if you see someone shivering in the cold and starving and all you offer are empty words, “You've got this!” you're missing the point entirely. They don't “got this.” They're cold. They're hungry. Real faith doesn't drive by; it stops, steps in, and meets the need. Here's the hard truth: selfishness and a desire for convenience lie at the root of dead faith. We avoid helping because it disrupts our plans, our comfort, or our resources. But a living faith embraces the inconvenience because it reflects the sacrificial love of Christ. Faith that works, works. This year, don't just proclaim your faith—live it. God didn't just say He loved us; He demonstrated it by sending Jesus to die for our sins. Jesus' sacrifice is the ultimate act of faith in action. If you've experienced His love, let it move you to love, serve, and act in ways that reflect Him. Take a moment to examine your heart. Is your faith alive and active, or does it need a resurrection? Confess where you've fallen short and ask God to breathe life into your faith so it overflows into your actions. Lord, I confess that my faith has been stagnant in too many areas of my life. Thank You for showing me mercy through Jesus. Help me to live out my faith by meeting the needs of those around me and showing Your love through my actions. Amen. If you're ready to get off the bench and into the game, write “I'm in the game” in the comments below. Let's live a faith that moves, reflecting the God who moved heaven and earth to save us. Join me tomorrow as we continue our study through James! ASK THIS: How does your daily life show evidence of your faith? When have you chosen convenience over meeting someone's need? What steps can you take to make your faith more active? Does your faith reflect the sacrificial love of Christ?

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Lead with purpose with a degree from Trevecca. Find out more here. Listen in as Christine Caine discusses the difference between information, knowledge, and wisdom. She reminds us that the “fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7) and challenges us to ask God for the wisdom (James 1:5) needed to live a godly life. If you find yourself overwhelmed by the amount of information at our fingertips and have a hunger to hear from God, listen in and find tips and encouragement to pursue Jesus today. SHOW NOTES: Wisdom Deficiency Our world is saturated with information, necessitating the priority of seeking God's wisdom above all else–because wisdom provides the insight needed to apply knowledge properly. Heart of Wisdom Given the opportunity to ask God for anything, Solomon petitioned for a “discerning heart to govern” Israel (1 Kings 3:9). God answered his request because wise actions flow from a wise heart (Proverbs 4:23). Ask for Wisdom How many times do we go to Google before we go to God? We have questions or need insight, and instead of seeking the Lord, we search the internet. We are wise to remember that supernatural knowledge supersedes earthly insight—but we have to ask God (James 1:5)! Follow Mattie @Mattie.Meese Follow Christine @ChristineCaine Get your FREE reflection guide for journaling prompts or use it as a discussion guide with your community at PropelWomen.org/Podcast. Subscribe now so you don't miss an episode, and don't forget to leave a review! See you next week on the Propel Women Life & Leadership Podcast. You can connect with us further at PropelWomen.org or on Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads @PropelWomen. We can't wait to hang out with you in your car, during your workout, or wherever you listen to podcasts! — Propel Women is an initiative of Equip & Empower Ministries founded by Christine Caine. We EMPOWER women with biblical wisdom and encouragement, EQUIP women with practical training and education, and MOBILIZE women by providing hands-on leadership opportunities. No matter where a woman has influence – in an office, in her community, at home with her family, or in ministry – Propel is driven by a calling to equip and mobilize women to become effective co-laborers with Christ and make a difference within their unique spheres of influence.

December 8, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon   How to Enjoy the Holidays as a Christian - (Romans 14:5-8) Hiram Kemp Give Abundantly - (Acts 20:35) Comfort the Hurting - (Romans 12:15) Reject Consumerism - (Luke 12:15) Avoid Financial Irresponsibility - (Proverbs 13:71) Enjoy Family & Make Memories - (Ecclesiastes 2:24; 9:9) Draw Near to God - (James 4:8) Capitalize on Spiritual Conversations - (Luke 24:15-24) Duration 37:46

ANNOUNCEMENT: After Christmas, we will begin a 22-year journey through the Bible. The first book is The Letter of James. The new format will be 7 days in the chapter (Daily Devo) and then one longer form of teaching from that chapter (The Vince Miller Show). It will feel like seven days of close examination of Scripture, with one high-level teaching that is practical and applicable, tying the chapter together. Also, I want you to pray that God will use this in a special way so that people everywhere will know, grow, and go in their faith, living all-in for Him. Are you hoarding a blessing or being generous with it? David and his men enjoy a massive victory against the Amalekites. There is a minor disagreement when they return, and then when they return to Ziklag, David does this in 1 Samuel 30:26-31. When David came to Ziklag, he sent part of the spoil to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a present for you from the spoil of the enemies of the Lord.” It was for those in Bethel, in Ramoth of the Negeb, in Jattir, in Aroer, in Siphmoth, in Eshtemoa, in Racal, in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, in the cities of the Kenites, in Hormah, in Bor-ashan, in Athach, in Hebron, for all the places where David and his men had roamed. — 1 Samuel 30:26-31 David had just experienced a sensational victory, reclaiming what the Amalekites had stolen. After such an intense battle, it would have been easy for David to bask in the glory and hoard the spoils. Instead, David does something that reveals something remarkable about his character and leadership. When he returned to Ziklag, David took a portion of the plunder and presented it to the elders and others who had supported him over many years. These weren't random gifts but deliberate acts of generosity toward those who had previously offered David and his men shelter, security, and safety. His message was clear: "Here is the Lord's provision." David's actions illustrate two vital principles of provision: Principle One | Recognize God's Provision David understood that the victory belonged to the Lord. By referring to the spoil as “from the enemies of the Lord,” he acknowledged that it wasn't merely his success but God's deliverance. When we achieve a victory or blessing, it's important to remember that every good thing comes from God (James 1:17). Principle Two | Be Generous With God's Provision David's generosity wasn't about repayment but about recognizing relationships. He remembered those who had been faithful during his wandering years and used his blessing to strengthen those relationships. Our generosity reflects a heart of gratitude and humility, reminding us that we are stewards, not owners, of God's blessings. We're often tempted to hoard our wins, whether financial, professional, or personal. But David's example challenges us to ask, “Who can I generously bless, when the time is right, with what God has given me?” You see, generosity isn't just about giving—it's about sharing God's glory and building his kingdom through his resources, that we have the honor of stewarding for a period of time. #Generosity #Stewardship #Gratitude Ask This: Who has supported you in your wilderness seasons? How can you extend generosity as a reflection of your gratitude to God and encouragement to others? Do This: Be generous. Pray This: Lord, thank You for the blessings and victories You provide. Help me to remember that everything I have is Yours. Teach me to be generous and to use what You've given me to strengthen and bless others for Your glory. Amen. Play This: Generous Giver.

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ANNOUNCEMENT: After Christmas, we will begin a 22-year journey through the Bible. The first book is The Letter of James. The new format will be 7 days in the chapter (Daily Devo) and then one longer form of teaching from that chapter (The Vince Miller Show). It will feel like seven days of close examination of Scripture, with one high-level teaching that is practical and applicable, tying the chapter together. Also, I want you to pray that God will use this in a special way so that people everywhere will know, grow, and go in their faith, living all-in for Him. Are you a worthless guardian or a worthy giver? David and his men enjoy a massive victory, but they meet up with the 200 soldiers they left behind on their return. Those who were too tired to follow. Let's look at today's text from 1 Samuel 30:21-22 Then David came to the two hundred men who had been too exhausted to follow David, and who had been left at the brook Besor. And they went out to meet David and to meet the people who were with him. And when David came near to the people he greeted them. Then all the wicked and worthless fellows among the men who had gone with David said, “Because they did not go with us, we will not give them any of the spoil that we have recovered, except that each man may lead away his wife and children, and depart.” — 1 Samuel 30:21-22 The victory was complete; the enemy was defeated, families were restored, and the spoils were theirs. But a crack was exposed as David and his men returned. Some men, described as “wicked and worthless,” refused to share the spoils with the 200 who had stayed behind. Their reasoning? "If they didn't fight, they don't deserve a bite." Their statement highlights a severe lack of spiritual perspective, which results in an attitude of selfishness. A few "worthless" men saw the victory as their achievement rather than God's accomplishment. They failed to recognize that God's provision to find the fight, arrive at the perfect time for the fight, the strength to fight, and the spoils from the fight were all provisions from the Lord. Instead of having an attitude of gratitude toward God and others, they became guardians, drawing hard lines between who was "worthy" of the spoil and who was not. Thus, they showed themselves as "worthless." We are not so different. When God grants us success or blessings, how often do we claim them as our own? How often do we hold tightly to the spoils—our time, talents, resources, or victories—rather than sharing them generously? In our selfishness, we forget that every good thing comes from God (James 1:17). And when we cling to what is God's as if it were ours, we fail to reflect his generosity and become "wicked and worthless." Tomorrow, we will see how David responds to this. But for now, here is the charge: Be generous with what God has given you. Recognize that every victory, every blessing, and every resource is God's. Use it all to reflect God's goodness. Don't guard the spoils; share them freely, giving him worth. #GenerosityOfGod, #Stewardship, #BiblicalLeadership Ask This: How can you reflect God's generosity in sharing your time, talents, and blessings with others today? Are you holding tightly to something God has given, forgetting it's His provision? Do This: Be generous today. Pray This: Lord, help me to see every blessing as a gift from You and not my own achievement. Teach me to share generously, reflecting Your grace and goodness to others. Amen. Play This: Worthy of it All.

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When we prioritize money, we let it replace God in our hearts. We begin to depend on it as we should depend on God, making it our master instead of a tool. As Jesus said, we cannot serve two masters (Luke 16:13), and we cannot be both friends with the world and with God (James 4:4). This is the problem with money.

From the archives. Originally preached in September 2020.In this passage, James identifies the cause of conflict in the church and the resulting broken relationship with God and gives a clear solution – draw near to God through repentance.

Caleb Clardy teaches from James 3:18 and 4:1-12 on November 10, 2024Support the show

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In this message, Pastor Luke preached James 4 about how we need to submit to the Lord. He said, "Living for ourselves always opposes living God's way."

In his sermon, "Friend Of God," Pastor Rob McCoy dives into the book of James to explore what it truly means to be called a friend of God. He emphasizes that our obedience to God comes not from obligation, but from a genuine desire to respond to His love and sacrifice for us. As God's friends, we can trust that He has our best interests at heart and that whatever He asks of us is for our good. Imagine the abundant life we could live if we trusted God wholeheartedly.Verse References: James 2 verses 14-26Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content!And you can always head over to our website for any general information!https://godspeak.comPrayer/NeedsIf you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything.Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakAny questions?Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have.Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service!-The Godspeak Team

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Message from David Bullock on September 22, 2024

In this episode in our series on the book of James, the guys unpack James 1:13-18. Trials often travel with temptations. And if we are not careful, we can be tempted to blame God. In this passage, James commands us not to do that, and he explains why we shouldn't temptations do not come from God. Quite the contrary, they originate with us. The unchanging God, on the other hand, only ever gives good gifts, the best of which is our salvation. Keeping these realities before us will enable us to remain faithful and steadfast under trial.

This week, Pastor Joe preaches from James 1:17-27 as we wrestle with what it means to follow a Good God and how we might live to embody that!

August 25, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon   Things We Must Not Forget - Hiram Kemp The Goodness of God - (Deut. 6:12, 8:11-19) How to never forget his goodness Remember his marvelous works - (Psa. 105:5) Tell others of his goodness - (Psa. 107:2, Isa. 63:7) Know promises to bless are as true as promises to curse - (Jer. 32:42) Give God the credit he is due - (2 Cor. 9:15) Observe the Lord's Supper sincerely - (1 Cor. 11:26-29) Stand in awe not in entitlement - (2 Sam. 7:18) The Word of God - (James 1:25) Showing Hospitality - (Hebrews 13:2) Those Who Have Helped You - (Genesis 40:23, 41:9) Warnings About False Teachers - (Acts 20:29-31) The Gospel - (1 Timothy 2:8) Life Without Christ - (Ephesians 2:11-13) Duration 42:31

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There is certainly a stereotype that natural healers of all sorts, including naturopathic doctors, acupuncturists, homeopaths, massage therapists, and etc are all a bit on the “woo-woo” side. When I first started practicing, friends would ask me (jokingly—mostly) whether they'd have to part a beaded curtain to get into my office, or whether they'd find it adorned with crystals. My husband still calls me a hippie, because I like yoga, and prefer to go barefoot whenever possible. I'm also a strong Christian, though, and many of my patients choose my practice because they want the non-pharmaceutical, “heal the root cause” focus, without all the New Age or Eastern religious stuff thrown in. But why are natural healing and alternative spiritual ideas so often entwined, anyway? The Vital Force, Electromagnetism, and Energy Medicine I think the reason these things go together has to do with the concept of the vital force—this nebulous concept of the thing that keeps an organism alive, maintains homeostasis, and heals when a disturbance occurs. Because this idea is so nebulous (or at least it has been historically), it's often conflated with spirituality and the metaphysical. Most of my colleagues in naturopathic school were spiritual in some way or another; I'd say perhaps a third to half were Christian, and the rest identified with some other organized religion, or they had their own hodgepodge collection of spiritual beliefs. Everyone attributed the vital force to their own spiritual ideas, though—indeed, you couldn't really be a naturopath and not believe in the vital force. It's kind of fundamental to the whole philosophy (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/why-you-are-susceptible-to-illness/). I'm now starting to believe, though, that the vital force isn't spiritual at all; it's actually electromagnetism (more on this here: https://www.drlaurendeville.com/electromagnetism-vital-force/). I rather suspect the soul is the source of that power, but in much the same way that a piano player plays the keys, and music results. Our souls are the players, our bodies are the keys, and the music is the voltage that then enervates the body. This may seem like semantics—we've only removed the spiritual by one extra step—but to me, this changes how I think about energy medicine tremendously. For instance: acupuncture meridians turn out to be fascia, made of collagen and hydrated with crystalline water, acting as semiconductors of electrons on a tissue-based ‘wiring' system (more on this here: https://www.drlaurendeville.com/electromagnetism-vital-force/). Homeopathy turns out to borrow from the near-infinite structural possibilities of liquid crystalline water (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/the-fourth-phase-of-water/), imprinting a structural memory upon it in the form of a fractal (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/homeopathy-but-isnt-there-nothing-in-it/). Since frequencies can be converted into fractals and vice versa (they're called cymatic images, https://ask.audio/articles/how-sound-affects-you-cymatics-an-emerging-science), it's not too far-fetched to say that homeopathy contains the imprint of the frequency of the original substance. That frequency can affect the frequency of our own cells via resonance—the same phenomenon that occurs when you strum a guitar string, and the same key on a different guitar will begin to vibrate, without ever being touched. On a piano, when you play a low C, the C notes at higher and lower octaves will resonate as well—but the other notes won't, because the frequency is wrong. This is why, with homeopathy, you have to get the remedy (the frequency) correct, or nothing will happen: only the right frequency will cause your cells to resonate in harmony, and come into appropriate alignment. (By contrast, this is at least part of the reason why synthetic electromagnetic frequencies (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/emf-how-do-you-know-if-its-too-high/) can be so damaging: they can disrupt the delicate frequencies of our own cells, thus interfering with their function). Even auras turn out to have an entirely physical basis. Anyone who has ever been to Sedona has probably seen the Kirlian photography studios that offer to photograph your aura. It's based on the corona discharge phenomenon, in which the photographic film is connected to a high energy power source, creating an electric field. When a person (or any other grounded object) touches it, those excited electrons have a direct route back to the ground, through that object. As they fall, they have to get rid of their extra energy, and they do so via light emission—essentially, this is the same idea as in Einstein's photoelectric effect. According to Dr Richard Gerber in Vibrational Medicine (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/vibrational-medicine-richard-gerber/), Kirlian photography can offer useful diagnostic information—but only if the frequency used to excite the photographic film resonates with the body's natural frequencies. Otherwise, it's pretty, but useless. Many energy medicine approaches say they work “on the quantum level”, which can be a non-explanation that just sounds impressive—but I do wonder if quantum physics isn't just the interface between the spirit realm and physical reality. Quantum physics includes concepts like entanglement, or “spooky action at a distance,” as Einstein called it—which certainly sounds like it could apply to Jesus speaking a word of healing over the Centurion's servant (Luke 7:1-10), or the Syro-Phoenician woman's daughter (Mark 7:24-30), or the handkerchiefs and aprons imbued with Paul's healing energy (Acts 19:11-12). It also encompasses concepts like scalar energy, the underlying energy in the universe that holds all things together (which sounds a lot like Hebrews 1:3). Where Things Go Sideways I'd venture to speculate that for all forms of energy medicine, there are two possibilities—either they don't work at all except by placebo (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/placeboeffect/) (which is possible, if they haven't been rigorously tracked—30% recovery I'd imagine would be more than enough to inspire passionate proselytes), or else they do work, if recovery is higher than that. If they do work, then they must do so via some scientific mechanism that God created (as He is the giver of all good gifts, James 1:17, and health and healing are good gifts, Deuteronomy 28), whether or not we know what that mechanism is yet. Science fiction novelist Arthur C. Clarke once wrote, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Since technology is the harnessing of scientific principles to do work, and since magic (if believed in at all) is nearly always attributed to spiritual sources, then any medical techniques we cannot explain will likely be attributed to spiritual sources, by default. As C.S. Lewis famously observed in Mere Christianity, though, Satan cannot create anything new. All he can do is twist or pervert something God meant for good (a good gift in the wrong timing, in the wrong amount, with the wrong motive, attributed to the wrong power, etc), thus deceiving people into following him, instead of God. Any non-falsifiable explanation for a real, physical phenomenon will always contain at least the possibility of deception, and I can't imagine Satan not exploiting that (John 8:44). For thousands of years, acupuncture (or chakras, or fill in the blank on your favorite ancient energy medicine) weren't explainable in any scientific way, but they seemed to work, so people kept doing them… and then of course, they tried to come up with explanations for why they worked. Since people at that time didn't know the scientific explanation, though, their explanations were, invariably, spiritual. Even today, energy medicine practitioners who wish to study their craft usually also study the ancient esoteric religious texts with which they are intwined. And isn't it only natural for people to think, well, they were right about the healing principles… what if they're right about the rest? At that point, people don't know what to believe, or what truth is (John 18:37-38). Once you get into the realm of metaphysics, anything goes, because you can't prove any of it anyway… Isn't this the same question, more or less, as how we can determine which religion (if any) is correct, when it pertains to an invisible world? That too seems non-falsifiable, which is why many people will argue that one religion is as good as another. C.S. Lewis's is the best philosophical argument I've heard on this, also from Mere Christianity: that our own souls and consciences point toward an external morality we did not create, and that, alone, verifies a spiritual world, and the existence of a God who created that moral code. Our experience of attempting to keep the moral code and failing to do so should thus help narrow down the religion we need (one of grace—and there's only one of those). Then on top of that, there is apologetic (physical) evidence (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/anthropic-fine-tuning/) to corroborate the truth of the Biblical scriptures, the testimonies of skeptics and atheists who set out to disprove the Bible, only to become converts in the end (https://kimolsen.net/2014/05/13/men-who-were-converted-trying-to-disprove-the-bible-way-of-life-literature/), and the miracles that are supposed to follow those who believe (Mark 16:17-18)—evidence of the invisible invading the visible. Most religious assertions cannot be tested, and must be accepted on faith only—and while Christianity also requires faith, it first appeals to reason. We were never expected to believe anything arbitrarily. Discerning the Truth So, to the one who diligently seeks truth, concrete insights rule out all religions but one as a foundation. How then does that foundation help us to discern between truth and deception? Our protection against deception is knowing God's word, because it is truth (John 17:17, Psa 25:5, Psa 91:4, Psa 96:13, 100:5, 117:2, 119:142, 151, 160; 138:2, Prov 3:3). The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of truth, and He will guide us into truth (John 14:17, 15:26, 16:13, 1 John 5:6). But He can only bring to our remembrance the scriptures we know (John 14:26)… and remember that when Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness, he did so by either misquoting scripture, or by quoting it out of context (Matthew 4:1-11). So our job is to renew our minds with scripture (Romans 12:2) to the point where we'll recognize a counterfeit when we're presented with it (1 John 4:1). The bottom line, as I see it, is that when it comes to energy medicine principles intertwined with other religious teachings that lead us away from God's truth, we must exercise discernment. Know the truth, so that some impressive and seemingly inexplicable phenomenon doesn't lead you to question what you do know. At the same time, though, let's not “throw the baby out with the bathwater.” Every good and perfect gift comes from God (James 1:17), and “greater is He that is in me than he who is in the world” (1 John 4:4). Let's not give Satan more credit than he deserves. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Three Proofs of God James Brown Have you ever tried to conduct your own Bible study about timelines in the Bible? Especially trying to calculate the “Soon Return of Jesus?” It's difficult to do… and when you finish – or at least when I finish – my notes are so jumbled, I'm more confused than when I started… Amen! Well, today we are going to have a very special discussion on the soon return of Jesus! We are living in times where many are wondering just how close we are to this pivotal moment. To help us dive into this topic, I am thrilled to introduce our special guest, James Brown, the esteemed author of "Three Proofs of God." His book provides detailed information on the prophetic timeline of the first coming of Jesus, the timeline of His life, and most intriguingly, the timeline of His soon return. James has pinpointed exact dates that bring new insights into our understanding of these events. He's conducted detailed research and I'm excited to get into today's interview and explore the profound implications of these timelines. Join us as we uncover the signs, prophecies, and current events that point towards the fulfillment of this significant promise. Amen! Help me welcome to the program, James Brown! James, I do appreciate your time today and I can't tell you how much I've been looking forward to today's interview! First question, other than that brief information I just shared, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is James Brown?” Three Proofs of God presents a new and surprisingly precise solution to Daniel's passage and verifies it using objective evidence. This solution confirms God's existence, Jesus' Messiahship, and Scripture's reliability. Your book is unique… I've never encountered one that goes into so much detail – but makes it easy to comprehend what you are sharing… What motivated you to write this type of book? How long did it take you from concept to publication? In the Bible, Jesus directly asked us to understand a key passage from the prophet Daniel. To this day, people have not yet fully agreed on that passage's precise meaning. Why do you think that is? Share with us the “Three Proofs of God?” What are they? You've demonstrated in your book that the “Seventy Weeks of Daniel” are accurate… very accurate. That being the case, can you give us the “window” of the “Return of Jesus?” Are we “in that window now?” There have been many different books over the years that tried to pinpoint these dates… why did they get it wrong all of this time? One thing I've noticed lately is the prophecy coming true that “the entire world” will be against Israel. Recently, the United Nations, the United States and other nations have come out against Israel, basically “demanding” they surrender to Hamas by stopping all military action and leave Rapha and the Gaza Strip. The Prime Minister issued a statement that said, basically, that “Israel would fight on by itself if necessary.” Do you see the Hamas war as something that was included in your book? You have a QR code for each chapter. Can you explain how that benefits the reader? Your book,

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Working Without IdolatryDevotional: 1 of 4Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. (Matthew 22:37)There's a tension we see throughout Scripture. On the one hand, we are invited to delight in creation and our work with creation. “Every good gift” is from God (James 1:17) given to us “for our enjoyment” (1 Timothy 6:17). And that includes our work! Ecclesiastes 2:24 says “a person can do nothing better than to eat and drink and find satisfaction in their own toil” because those good things are “from the hand of God.”These verses are good examples of what I call the “delight in creation” passages of Scripture. But on the other side of this perceived biblical tension, we find the “delight in Creator” passages that command us to love God above all things. This was summarized most succinctly in Jesus's articulation of the Greatest Commandment above.So, we are called to delight in the gifts the Creator has given while delighting in our Creator above all things. Because separating these things is the essence of idolatry. Pastor Joe Rigney (whose excellent book Strangely Bright has aided me greatly in the writing of this series) says that idolatry “is the separation of the gifts from the giver and then a preference for the gifts over the giver.”In this series, I'll put forth a framework to help you and I enjoy God's gifts (especially our work) in a way that ensures we enjoy the Giver most—a path to delighting in our jobs without them becoming God-dishonoring, soul-sucking idols. Here's the first of four principles to guide us towards that goal. Principle #1: Insist that Jesus is better.The next time you celebrate a massive accomplishment with your team, read an email about how your product changed someone's life, or hold a baby in your arms after hours of hard labor, resolutely insist that Jesus is better than his gifts—even if you have a hard time seeing how. What does this look like practically? Here's one idea: Reserve one adjective for God alone. I know a man who refuses to call anything but God “awesome.” So when he delights in created things—an incredible pizza, seeing his book hit the bestseller list, watching his daughter get married—he might describe those experiences as “good,” “great,” or even “exceptional.” But never “awesome.” Why? “Because God alone is awesome,” he says. Let me encourage you to choose an adjective that you will reserve for God alone as a means of practically insisting that Jesus is better. And may that small decision put you on a path to enjoying your work in a non-idolatrous way today.