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“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is a way to death.” That's Proverbs fourteen, twelve, and this is Something Good with Dr. Ron Jones. If the way you thought was right turns out to be wrong, how can you make things right again? You do it by obeying the Holy Spirit. Ron shows you how next, as he continues his series, “Psalm 23 and Me: Living the Good Life with The Good Shepherd.”
Have you ever been stuck in a rut? Are you stuck in one now? Dr. Ron Jones wants to help you get out. You know, sheep will often keep going back to the same grazing location until there's nothing left for them to eat. And even then, they'll keep going back. Sounds a bit like what we've all done from time to time, repeating the same mistakes over and over, even after the thrill was gone. But Ron has good news for anyone who has ever wandered away from God and gotten stuck in this kind of rut. And he shares it next, in his continuing series, “Psalm 23 and Me: Living the Good Life with The Good Shepherd.”
Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get your Hosea Scripture Journal now. Our shout-out today goes to Merle Wiseman from Hillsboro, MO. Thanks for your partnership in Project23. Listen to our text today, Hosea 2:14-17: "Therefore, behold, I will allure her, and bring her into the wilderness, and speak tenderly to her. And there I will give her her vineyards and make the Valley of Achor a door of hope. And there she shall answer as in the days of her youth, as at the time when she came out of the land of Egypt. "And in that day, declares the Lord, you will call me 'My Husband,' and no longer will you call me 'My Baal.' For I will remove the names of the Baals from her mouth, and they shall be remembered by name no more. — Hosea 2:14-17 Right when you expect judgment to continue… God changes tone. "Therefore… I will allure her." After exposing Israel's spiritual adultery, God does something unexpected. He pursues her. "I will bring her into the wilderness and speak tenderly to her." The wilderness is where God often rebuilds his people. Israel learned dependence there after leaving Egypt. Moses encountered God there. Elijah heard God there. The wilderness strips away distractions. It removes false securities. It exposes what you actually trust. And that is exactly where God takes Israel again. Then comes a surprising promise: "I will make the Valley of Achor a door of hope." The Valley of Achor was one of the darkest moments in Israel's early history. After the fall of Jericho, a man named Achan secretly stole devoted treasures. Because of his hidden sin, Israel suffered defeat and judgment until the sin was exposed and dealt with (Joshua 7:24–26). The place where Israel once experienced trouble and discipline became known as the Valley of Achor. And now God says something remarkable. That same place of failure… That same place of judgment… That same place will become a door of hope. This is how God works. He redeems what once represented rebellion. He restores what was broken. Then comes the deeper promise: "You will call me 'My Husband,' and no longer will you call me 'My Baal.'" Baal meant "master." It reflected a distant, transactional relationship. But God wants something different. He wants covenant love. Not religious duty. Not surface-level loyalty. Real devotion. And this is where the passage confronts you. If God is allowing a wilderness season in your life—loss, disruption, correction, exposure—you may assume something has gone wrong. But sometimes God brings you into the wilderness because he is calling you back. He removes the idols. He exposes the compromises. He strips away the things you trust more than him. Not to destroy you. But to restore you. So if you find yourself in a difficult season right now. If God is closing doors… he might be using it to open a door of hope. Your wilderness is often where God rebuilds the hearts that wandered. DO THIS: Identify one difficult area in your life right now and ask God how he might be using it to draw you closer to him. ASK THIS: Where have you seen God turn past failures into future hope? What "wilderness seasons" has God used in Scripture to shape his people? What might God be trying to reveal or rebuild in your life right now? PRAY THIS: Father, help me trust you even in the wilderness. Turn my places of trouble into doors of hope and draw my heart back to you. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Returning"
Day 138: God Leads by Cloud and FireScripture (Exodus 40:36-37 NKJV):“Whenever the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle, the children of Israel went onward; but if the cloud was not taken up, they did not go until the day that it was taken up.”Reflection: God's guidance requires patience and trust. Following Him ensures safety and direction.Prayer: Father, help me follow Your lead patiently and trust Your timing in all circumstances.Until next timeStay in the BlessingsI really want to encourage you to be diligent with your Bible study time, because God has so much more for us than we can get from just going to church once or twice a week and hearing someone else talk about the Word.When you spend time with God, your life will change in amazing ways, because God is a Redeemer.Theres nothing thats too hard for Him, and He can make you whole, spirit, soul and body!You're important to God, and you're important to us at The Refinery.When it comes to prayer, we believe that God wants to meet your needs and reveal His promises to you.So whatever you're concerned about and need prayer for we want to be here for you! Or even if you just want to say Hi, you can contact us at www.refinerylife.org2026 WILL BE A TIME OF WARFARE.This episode is brought to you by Refinery Life Australia:If you enjoy The Refinery Life Radio Podcast you can help support The Refinery by doing the following:Join our Telegram Channel https://t.me/IntercessorsforAustralia Sow an offering:Bitcoin: bc1qqh6720t2zagj72dyfj348az698tdut3hlecaj4Online: https://www.refinerylife.org/donate/If you do send an offering then please email us so that we can say thank youSubscribe oniTunes | Spotify | YouTube | TuneIn | Rumble | Zap.Stream | Fountain |Share The Refinery with your friends and familySubscribe to the newsletter on www.refinerylife.orgFollow The Refinery on Twitter | Nostr | Instagram | Fountain
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05/10/2026 Strong and Courageous | Walls Fall When God LeadsJoshua 6Big Idea: Victory belongs to God, but obedience belongs to us.When God's ways don't seem to make sense, remember they're shaping faith in you.1. God's leading, you're following. God is not trying to win a battle as much as He's trying to form a people who will continue to trust Him. (Prov 3:5-6) We believe God can leverage the wall in front of us, but we struggle to trust how He chooses to do it. (Isaiah 55:8)2. God is transforming you in the process. God often does his deepest work in you, before He does His visible work through you.3. God is working even when you don't see it. God is working while you are obediently walking. (Gal 6:9)Four clarifying questions to help you walk in obedience:1. What wall are you staring at right now? You cannot defeat what you will not define.2. What obedience step is God asking from you that doesn't make sense? Do you really believe that Jesus is enough for you? 3. Where do you need to keep walking? Faith is an EVERY DAY thing.4. What victory do you need to surrender back to God? Give God the credit and the glory that only he deserves.
Today's Promimse: Psalm 23: 2 In a world filled with noise, pressure, and constant demands, it can feel nearly impossible to find true rest. Yet today's promise from Psalm 23 reminds us that God, our Good Shepherd, is actively leading us to a place of peace. This episode explores what it means to rest in Him, even when life feels overwhelming. Like sheep who only lie down when they feel safe and satisfied, we too can experience deep rest when we trust the One who cares for us completely. You will be encouraged to see that God is not distant or passive, but present and guiding you toward still waters and green pastures. As you listen, you will discover how to follow His voice, release your fears, and receive His provision. No matter what you are facing today, there is a quiet place waiting for you in His presence.
Are you walking through a difficult season, feeling overwhelmed, or carrying a weight you can't explain? This powerful message from John 10 and Psalm 23 reminds you that you are not alone—the Good Shepherd is leading you, even in the wilderness. Jesus said in John 10:10–11 (NKJV): "I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep." And in Psalm 23:1–4: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want… Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me." This message will help you: Find peace in uncertain seasons Trust God when life feels heavy Understand how God leads through the wilderness Break free from anxious and overwhelming thoughts Refocus your faith on the Good Shepherd No matter what you're facing right now, God's presence is with you, His provision is ahead of you, and His promises still stand.
Sovereign Grace Bible Church of Ada, OK
Sovereign Grace Bible Church of Ada, OK
Today’s Bible Verse: “I myself said, ‘How gladly would I treat you like my children and give you a pleasant land, the most beautiful inheritance of any nation.’ I thought you would call me ‘Father’ and not turn away from following me.” - Jeremiah 3:19 Jeremiah 3:19 reveals God’s heart as a loving Father who longs for a close, personal relationship with His people. He desires to bless us, guide us, and give us a rich inheritance—but He also invites us to stay faithful and walk in His ways. This verse reminds us that God’s plans are good, His promises are secure, and His love is constant—even when we drift away. Today, be encouraged to lean into His presence and embrace the identity you have as His beloved child. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET YOUR HOST: Chaka Heinze at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Chaka Heinze is a writer, speaker, and lover of the Bible. She is actively involved in her local church on the Prayer and Healing team and mentors young women seeking deeper relationships with God.After personally experiencing God's love and compassion following the loss of her eleven-year-old son, Landen, Chaka delights in testifying to others about God's unfathomable and transformative love that permeates even the most difficult circumstances.Chaka and her husband of twenty-six years have five children ranging from adult age to preschool. Trained as an attorney, she’s had the privilege of mitigating sibling disputes for twenty-plus years.Follow her on Chakaheinze.com. Let Scripture shape your heart today—begin with the Bible Verse of the Day on Biblestudytools.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Sometimes God's direction doesn't look like the fastest route—but it's always the right one. In this episode, Jason Ford shares how God often leads His people the long way to build character, deepen trust, and prepare them for the promise ahead. What feels like delay may actually be divine development.
Fellowship Series: Experiencing Fellowship with God Leads to Intimacy with God-Lesson # 10
Fellowship Series: Experiencing Fellowship with God Leads to Intimacy with God-Lesson # 10
Day 112: God Leads His PeopleScripture (Exodus 13:21 NKJV):“And the Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud to lead them the way, and by night in a pillar of fire to give them light.”Reflection: God's guidance is constant. His presence illuminates the path even in uncertainty.Prayer: Father, help me follow Your leading each day, trusting Your guidance above all.AmenUntil next timeStay in the BlessingsI really want to encourage you to be diligent with your Bible study time, because God has so much more for us than we can get from just going to church once or twice a week and hearing someone else talk about the Word.When you spend time with God, your life will change in amazing ways, because God is a Redeemer.Theres nothing thats too hard for Him, and He can make you whole, spirit, soul and body!You're important to God, and you're important to us at The Refinery.When it comes to prayer, we believe that God wants to meet your needs and reveal His promises to you.So whatever you're concerned about and need prayer for we want to be here for you! Or even if you just want to say Hi, you can contact us at www.refinerylife.org2026 WILL BE A TIME OF WARFARE.This episode is brought to you by Refinery Life Australia:If you enjoy The Refinery Life Radio Podcast you can help support The Refinery by doing the following:Join our Telegram Channel https://t.me/IntercessorsforAustralia Sow an offering:Bitcoin: bc1qqh6720t2zagj72dyfj348az698tdut3hlecaj4Online: https://www.refinerylife.org/donate/If you do send an offering then please email us so that we can say thank youSubscribe oniTunes | Spotify | YouTube | TuneIn | Rumble | Zap.Stream | Fountain |Share The Refinery with your friends and familySubscribe to the newsletter on www.refinerylife.orgFollow The Refinery on Twitter | Nostr | Instagram | Fountain
Topics: The Full Gospel Series For You To You Through You, Moving From Trying to Trusting (Matthew 11:29), Resting the Soul in Christ Jesus, Five Things Jesus Wants to do Through You, Why Christians are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Bearing the Fruit of the Holy Spirit, The Difference Between Dead Fruit and Life Giving Fruit, Why Law Observance Is Fruit Unto Death (Romans 7:5), Living as a Branch Connected to the Vine, The Greater Things of the Body of Christ, Why the Law Is the Ministry of Condemnation (2 Corinthians 3:9), Relying on the Grace of God Within You, Christ Expressing Himself Through Your Personality, Understanding Good Works Prepared by God (Ephesians 2:10), Why Saved by Grace Means Not by Works, Recreated in Christ to Walk in Goodness, Working Hard Through the Grace of God (1 Corinthians 15:10), God Working in You to Will and Act (Philippians 2:13), Living as an Ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20), Having the Mind of Christ Within (1 Corinthians 2:16), The Ministry of Reconciliation Given to Us, How God Does Not Count Sins Against People (2 Corinthians 5:19), Trading the Power of Sin for His Righteousness, Pointing Others to the Finished Work of the Cross, Why the Goodness of God Leads to Repentance (Romans 2:4), Qualified to Speak the Message of the New Covenant, Enjoying the Abundant Life of Jesus (John 10:10), Finding the Secret of Contentment in Him, Fullness of Joy in the Presence of God (Psalm 16:11), Living as a Masterpiece From a State of RestSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter
In one of his most personal and wide-ranging episodes yet, former fighter pilot and No Fallen Heroes founder Matthew “Whiz” Buckley targets everything happening across his world - from global conflict to the home front, from the halls of power to the sacred space of a healing retreat.Whiz opens with a full intel brief on Operation EPIC FURY, laying out the current threat picture with characteristic clarity - and delivers a hard truth: things are likely to get worse before they get better.He pauses the mission brief for something deeply personal - saying goodbye to his oldest son, who has left home for active duty service in the United States Air Force.Back on mission, Whiz debrief the most recent Sacred Warrior Fellowship retreat - the sacred work of bringing veterans and first responders back to themselves, back to God, back home.He then turns to Washington, where bipartisan talk of psychedelics for veterans continues to grow louder on Capitol Hill. Whiz gives the unfiltered assessment: bipartisan support sounds good on paper, but words from senators mean absolutely nothing until warriors are actually getting healed.In a significant debrief, Whiz recounts his flight with Eric Trump - breaking down how he briefed him on the mission of No Fallen Heroes Foundation and Sacred Warrior Fellowship, and why he's doing everything in his power to get that message all the way to the Oval Office.He's attacking in every direction to bring healing to America's heroes at home.Whiz closes Episode 150 with a call for close air support - asking fellow Americans to lock in and fund the foundation and the church, because the mission doesn't run on goodwill alone.This one is personal. This one matters. Tune in.
Palm Sunday 2026Pastor Kevin Warner
After forty years in the wilderness, Israel finally arrives at the edge of the Promised Land. But standing between them and God's promise is the Jordan River at flood stage. Joshua 3 shows us how God leads His people when the future feels uncertain. Before the river stops, the priests must step into the water. Before the miracle appears, obedience comes first. This message explores what happens when God leads His people: He leads into unfamiliar places, His presence goes before us, He calls us to consecration, faith takes the first step, and God makes a way where none exists. Sermon notes and discussion questions available at: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for weekly Sunday Messages on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Questions or feedback? DM us @citybridgecc or email info@citybridgechurch.org. Enjoyed the message? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
Fourth Sunday in Lent, recorded Sun., March 15, 2026. Based on Isaiah 42:14-21. Pastor Jordan Massiah. Website: crownoflifehubertus.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crownoflifehubertus/ Written transcriptions: https://johnoldstrey.wordpress.com/
Is Bilaam a saintly prophet or a greedy, pride-driven antisemite?That is the debate between Ramban and Rashi.What do we think from reading the text?And if God forbids Bilaam from making his way to Moab, then why does he reverse his pronouncement and allow him to go?
God rescues Israel out of slavery in Egypt and led them on a journey through the wilderness toward the Promised Land. How does God lead us today?
If you’ve prayed for peace but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or discouraged, you’re not alone—and you’re not failing spiritually. In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jennifer Slattery is joined by Jamie Hampton, co-host of the Praying Christian Women podcast, for a compassionate and honest conversation about anxiety, prayer, and God’s peace. Jamie shares a season of debilitating anxiety and what that taught her. Together, she and Jennifer explore what Scripture—especially Philippians 4—really teaches about anxiety, why peace is often a process rather than an instant fix, and how God meets us in our physical, emotional, and spiritual realities. This conversation is for anyone who loves God but feels confused, exhausted, or ashamed by persistent anxiety—and longs for a gentler, grace-filled way forward. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why anxiety is rarely just spiritual—and why that matters What Philippians 4 does not mean about “being anxious” How praise and prayer can calm both the heart and nervous system Why honest, unfiltered prayer leads to deeper freedom Practical ways to interrupt anxious spirals with compassion How God’s peace grows through presence, not pressure Scriptures Referenced: Philippians 4:4–9 1 Peter 5:7 Download this episode's free companion guide HERE. Resource Referenced: She Prays Like a Girl: Discover the Joy and Power of Praying Like You (and no one else!) Featured Guest: Jamie Hampton, Christian author and co-host of the Praying Christian Women podcast, shares vulnerably from her own journey through anxiety and healing. Encouragement for Listeners: If prayer hasn’t taken your anxiety away, that doesn’t mean God is distant or disappointed or that your prayer practice isn't helping. God gradually cultivates peace in your soul as you walk with Him. Reflective Questions: When anxiety rises, what assumptions do I tend to make about myself or my faith? Are there physical, emotional, or situational factors contributing to my anxiety that I may have overlooked? What does it feel like to hear that God’s peace is often a process rather than an instant result? When prayer feels difficult, what gentle ways might help me orient my heart toward God? Are there fears or questions I’ve been hesitant to bring honestly to God? What might it look like to release those to Him? Which one small practice from this episode—praise, journaling, or honest prayer—feels most accessible to try this week? Connect with Jamie Hampton: On her and her cohosts website On Instagram On Facebook On Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
At the funeral for Brother Venton Earl Baker on Friday, Brother Singh reminded us of the importance of withholding judgment. Jesus said, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven” (Luke 6:37). Brother Venton was a good man and a faithful brother who later faced a series of difficulties. Drawing on Lamentations 3, Brother Singh reflected with the words of the Prophet Jeremiah, reminding us that God's will for our lives often differs from our own expectations. Jeremiah wrote, “I am the man that hath seen affliction by the rod of his wrath. He hath led me, and brought me into darkness, but not into light. Surely against me is he turned; he turneth his hand against me all the day.” (Lamentations 3:1-3).
Moji George, CSB, from Boston, Massachusetts, USA & Lagos State, NigeriaYou can read Moji's editorial in the Christian Science Sentinel.
Acts 9:32-43 32 Now as Peter went here and there among them all, he came down also to the saints who lived at Lydda. 33 There he found a man named Aeneas, bedridden for eight years, who was paralyzed. 34 And Peter said to him, “Aeneas, Jesus Christ heals you; rise and make your bed.” […] The post The Kindness of God Leads to Repentance (Acts 9:32-43) first appeared on Hope of Christ Church.
a) God Leads the Israelites (Exodus 13:17-14:4)b) Pharaoh Pursues the Israelites (Exodus 14:5-18)c) God Delivers the Israelites (Exodus 14:19-31)d) A Song of Deliverance (Exodus 15:1-21)
Today’s Bible Verse: "He brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me." — Psalm 18:19 Psalm 18:19 reminds us that God’s rescue is not only about deliverance from danger—it’s about being brought into freedom and security, rooted in His love. David celebrates that God doesn’t just save His people out of obligation; He saves because He delights in them. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
Pastor Josue Alvarado's sermon on Exodus 13:17-22
Christian leadership often celebrates strength — gifting, vision, productivity. But Scripture keeps pushing us somewhere counterintuitive: to weakness, dependence, and the kind of leadership where God's power is the point, not ours. In this episode, Dave Harvey unpacks the core message of The Clay Pot Conspiracy: leaders don't fall because they're weak — they fall because they hide it. And when we cover our limits, protect our image, or outrun our character, we step away from the very place where God works most powerfully. We talk about the quiet patterns that shape leaders over time, why vulnerability is essential for integrity, and how embracing our fragility isn't a liability but the doorway to sustained, God-dependent ministry. For pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone who wants to lead without pretending to be strong, this conversation offers a clear, honest, and deeply hopeful path forward. Show Notes Purchase Dave's Book: https://a.co/d/5GNqVtk Learn more about Dave's work: https://revdaveharvey.com/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
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God Leads the Circle Dance of Life
A mother notices something isn’t right with her daughter’s school bus and saves the lives of 22 children. AND After decades of searching, a woman with cancer finds her birth mom right when she needed her most. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/mother-notices-fire-on-the-school-bus.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-with-cancer-finds-birth-mom.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
“And God said, ‘Let there be an expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters.' And God made the expanse and separated the waters that were under the expanse from the waters that were above the expanse. And it was so. And God called the expanse Heaven. And there was evening and there was morning, the second day. And God said, ‘Let the waters under the heavens be gathered together into one place, and let the dry land appear.' And it was so. God called the dry land Earth, and the waters that were gathered together he called Seas. And God saw that it was good.”—Genesis 1:6-10 Exodus 14:1-4
This is message 26 in The Names of God Series Jehovah-Tsidkenu, The Lord Our Righteousness God the Great Shepherd Jeremiah 23:1-6 The righteousness we need is not something we can produce for ourselves, but something God gives through the Chief Shepherd who never fails. He exposes the emptiness of false leaders, gathers His scattered people, and provides the perfect righteousness that makes us right with Him. Our hope does not rest in our efforts, our religion, or our leaders. It rests in the Lord who is our righteousness, the One who saves, restores, and leads His flock with truth and grace. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc
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Today’s Bible Verse:"He brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me." — Psalm 18:19 Psalm 18:19 is a powerful reminder that God’s rescue is not out of duty but out of delight. David reflects on God’s deliverance and emphasizes that His love and joy for His children are the very reason He saves. When God brings us into a “spacious place,” it points to freedom, peace, and security in His presence. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
Today’s Bible Verse: "He brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me." — Psalm 18:19 Psalm 18:19 reminds us that God’s rescue is not only about deliverance from danger—it’s about being brought into freedom and security, rooted in His love. David celebrates that God doesn’t just save His people out of obligation; He saves because He delights in them. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
What if the very thing you've been fighting all along is the very thing you need to let go of? What if the patterns, shame, and fear you've been holding onto aren't obstacles to push through, but signals pointing you toward freedom? In this episode, Emily sits down with Kevin Crenshaw, known as The Heart Guy, who has spent over a decade helping leaders and individuals break free from the patterns, fears, and habits that keep them stuck. His own near-death experience, chronic illness, and mental health struggles forced him to confront the things he couldn't control and taught him that surrender to God, not pushing harder, is often the first step toward transformation. Together, Emily and Kevin explore the experiences that shaped his journey and the insights he now shares with others to help them release what no longer serves them, step confidently into God's plan, and live with more clarity, freedom, and purpose. What You'll Learn: The ways surrender can break cycles of shame, fear, and limiting patterns. The life-changing reality of deliverance and the Holy Spirit Stories of real transformation that show how trusting God changes everything The truth about calling, anointing, and the crushing process How fasting, surrender, and obedience transform your daily walk Timestamps: (02:32) - From Ayahuasca to Jesus: Kevin's breaking point (06:16) - Wrestling with God and letting go (09:51) - How social media and success become traps (15:42) - Seeing your business as a garden, not a rocket (18:46) - Resisting temptation and slowing down with God (24:14) - Shame as a spiritual parasite and breaking the stronghold (28:07) - The horizontal vs vertical plane of evolution (32:07) - What true deliverance is (and why it's not a healing modality) (46:09) - Do you need deliverance more than once? (56:02) - When fasting becomes fuel for your spirit (01:00:12) - Identity through God, not things (01:03:14) - The crushing before the calling: why God tests before He trusts (01:07:03) - Kevin's new book “Perspectives” (01:10:30) - Kevin's prayer Grab a copy of Kevin's Book: Perspectives | https://www.heartguy.com/book Connect with Kevin: Website | https://www.heartguy.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/the.heart.guy Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kevcrenshaw More from Emily & FORDIVINE: Website | https://meetemilyford.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/ FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Today’s Bible Verse: “I myself said, ‘How gladly would I treat you like my children and give you a pleasant land, the most beautiful inheritance of any nation.’ I thought you would call me ‘Father’ and not turn away from following me.” - Jeremiah 3:19 Jeremiah 3:19 reveals God’s heart as a loving Father who longs for a close, personal relationship with His people. He desires to bless us, guide us, and give us a rich inheritance—but He also invites us to stay faithful and walk in His ways. This verse reminds us that God’s plans are good, His promises are secure, and His love is constant—even when we drift away. Today, be encouraged to lean into His presence and embrace the identity you have as His beloved child. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET YOUR HOST: Chaka Heinze at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Chaka Heinze is a writer, speaker, and lover of the Bible. She is actively involved in her local church on the Prayer and Healing team and mentors young women seeking deeper relationships with God.After personally experiencing God's love and compassion following the loss of her eleven-year-old son, Landen, Chaka delights in testifying to others about God's unfathomable and transformative love that permeates even the most difficult circumstances.Chaka and her husband of twenty-six years have five children ranging from adult age to preschool. Trained as an attorney, she’s had the privilege of mitigating sibling disputes for twenty-plus years.Follow her on Chakaheinze.com. Let Scripture shape your heart today—begin with the Bible Verse of the Day on Biblestudytools.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.