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Well this week we're kicking on with our second message in a series called Wisdom that Works - looking at some of God's mighty wisdom through the Book of Proverbs. And we're going to be chatting this time around, about trust, truth … and temptation. Trust and Honour God Welcome to the programme again this week and yes, we are continuing in a series that I have called, "Wisdom that Works". Now wisdom is an amazing thing – a seductive concept. I mean, who doesn't want to have more wisdom; who doesn't want to be wise? That's ridiculous isn't it? Of course we all want wisdom; of course we all want to be wise, but wisdom ... well, it's a double edged sword. Sure, it's about having the knowledge that comes from experience but theory is aren't enough. Someone who knows that treating other people well and loving them and sacrificing for them; someone who knows that but spends most of their lives not doing it, well, we wouldn't call them wise would we? In order for someone to be wise, they need to know it and do it. That's wisdom! And the sort of wisdom that God shares with us is the sort of wisdom that actually works. So we are spending some time again this week ransacking the Book of Proverbs in the Old Testament, written by King Solomon – one of the wisest men that ever walked the earth. And my encouragement to you is that we take this wisdom from God and actually apply it to our lives. Why? Because it works! Bottom line is that if we will take God's wisdom to heart; if we will take God's Word to heart it will make a real difference in our lives. God will make that difference in our lives through His Spirit and through His Word. And if we don't take it to heart, He won't! Can I say that again? If we don't, He won't! So let's get back into this great Book of wisdom; the Book of Proverbs and see what wisdom Solomon has for us about trusting and honouring God. Proverbs chapter 3, beginning at verse 1. He says: My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; for length of days and years of life and abundant welfare they will give you. Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favour and good repute in the sight of God and of people. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will be a healing for your flesh and a refreshment for your body. Honour the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine. My child, do not despise the Lord's discipline or be weary of his reproof, for the Lord reproves the one whom he loves, as a father the son in whom he delights. So we're chugging along through live, stuff happens and we get impatient and we want to head off our own way and here's Solomon with the wisdom of age telling his sons, "Guys, this is just going to happen. You'll want to drift away from God – you just will – but don't do that. Don't forget what I told you: be loyal, be faithful. I know it won't always make sense to you but listen to me, write these words on your hearts." So, stuff is happening and life is not going the way we planned it and it's not making sense and so we have a wisdom decision point here in that place. We can flap around, we can carry on, we can head off our own way – most people do – or we can say, "Hang on a minute; hang on! Remember what God told me through Solomon?" That was wisdom that works: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not rely on your own understanding. In all you ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. You see how we have a decision to make? Either we can believe this stuff and take God at His Word or we treat it like some useless theory lesson. Here's the promise: trust in God – don't try and figure it all out because you can't – just acknowledge God in how we live our lives. And listen, here's the promise; here's the dividend; here's the return on investment: if you do that God will straighten it all out. Listen to me, if we just honour God through the difficult times in what we say and what we think and what we do, God will straighten it all out. Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Don't rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make straight your paths. Now, let me ask you: which bit of that don't we get? Why do we have to make everything so complicated? Are we going to be like those people I was telling you about the other week? Are we going to spend hours and hours and hours studying the Bible for studying's sake, as though it was some intellectual exercise, without ever really believing that it is meant to be true in our lives or are we going to take God at His Word? Are we going to take God's wisdom to heart? See, he goes on to tell us what it means to honour God: Trust the Lord with all your heart, don't rely on your own understanding, acknowledge him in all your ways and he will make straight all your paths. Don't be wise in your own eyes – instead fear God and turn away from evil. It will be a healing to your flesh and refreshment to your body. How often do people pierce themselves with many pains by turning away from God– by going and doing it their own way; by being proud; by being greedy; by being selfish? Honour the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce. In other words, put in first with all that you are and all that you have: ... and then your barns will be filled with plenty and your vats will be bursting with wine. My child, don't despise God's discipline and get weary of his reproof? He loves you! He reproves the one whom He loves as the father does the son in whom he delights. See, this is such simple wisdom ... it is so simple. We want to go off and do it on our own and flap around and carry on and wander away from God and then we wonder why it is all falling apart. This is about trusting God and honouring Him – and the two go hand in hand. I absolutely love how practical God's truth actually is! And when we just simply put this into practice in the everyday things that happen in life – in the tense relationships, in just forgiving people, in moving on, in honouring God, in blessing other people when they curse us, in the simple things of life – they might be simple but often they are difficult – if we will just put this into action in our lives; when we choose to stop mucking around, flapping around, complaining, doing the "woe is me" bit and just sit down and decide, "God, come hell or high water, I am going to trust in You. I am just going to do the best I know how, I am going to honour You the best I can with what I have and who I am", do you know what happens? God honour that; God springs into action; He starts sorting out the mess. My friend, this is not – let me say this in capital letters – N-O-T ... this is NOT a theory lesson. God's wisdom is imparted into our lives when we take His truth into our hearts and live it out. Don't forget His teaching, let your heart keep His commandments because there is a blessing at the end of that – for length of days and years of live and abundant welfare they will give you. Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you. Bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart so you will find favour and good repute in the sight of God. As you sow so shall you reap. Do it God's way and you reap the blessing – do it your own way and you reap the pain. This is not complex; this is not rocket science. True Wealth Now the next thing that Solomon talks about in the Book of Proverbs is money and wealth. Now a man that I have come to have a lot of respect for is a guy by the name of David Bussau. For a good many years we have attended the same church as David and his wife Carol. He is the founder of a ministry called Opportunity International; an organisation that now creates a new job in the developing world, something like every twenty second, or something outrageous like that. I heard David one day talking about the "economics of enough". Now he lives in a comfortable home and they constantly have people staying who are visiting for ministry reasons. He drives an ordinary car, dresses in ordinary everyday clothes. And he said he came to the conclusion many years ago that he had more than enough "stuff" – he just didn't need any more. It was the "economics of enough". Remember we are talking this week and the next few weeks about God's wisdom; wisdom that works. And we are doing that by taking a step through some of the powerful wisdom that we discover in the Old Testament Book of Proverbs which was written by King Solomon to capture the wisdom that he was handing down to his sons. And not surprisingly, fairly early on in the piece he talks about money – not so much money but wealth. Have a listen to what he says – Proverbs chapter 3, beginning at verse 13. He says: Happy are those who find wisdom, and those who get understanding, for her income is better than silver, and her revenue better than gold. She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honour. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called happy. Now, there was a time in my life, in fact, for much of my life where I would have scoffed at this suggestion. "Aw, give me a break please. How can wisdom possibly be better than silver or gold and precious jewels? How can wisdom be better than anything that my little heart desires? No, I'll just have the cash thanks – show me the money." And for all that to make sense there are two things we need to know about Solomon. Not only was he blessed with great wisdom – he was one of the wisest men that ever lived – but he was also one of the richest men in all of history. And it all comes to Solomon when he prays to God – have a listen – as a young man. It comes from First Kings chapter 3, verse 5 right through to verse 13, so grab your Bible. First Kings chapter 3, beginning at verse 5: At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, “Ask what I should give you.” And Solomon said, “You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant my father David, because he walked before you in faithfulness, in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart toward you; and you have kept for him this great and steadfast love, and have given him a son to sit on his throne today. And now, O Lord my God, you have made your servant king in place of my father David, although I am only a little child; I do not know how to go out or come in. And your servant is in the midst of the people whom you have chosen, a great people, so numerous they cannot be numbered or counted. Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, able to discern between good and evil; for who can govern this your great people?” It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this. God said to him, “Because you have asked this, and have not asked for yourself long life or riches, or for the life of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to discern what is right, I now do according to your word. Indeed I give you a wise and discerning mind; no one like you has been before you and no one like you shall arise after you. I give you also what you have not asked for, both riches and honour all the days of your life; no other king shall compare with you. Right from the beginning, as a young man, Solomon had preferred wisdom over riches so he asked God for wisdom. What a brilliant thing to ask for! I wonder what you and I would have asked for if God had said to us, “Ask what I should give you?” So, all of his adult life, Solomon had both great wisdom and great riches. And having lived his life with both, out of his experience he was able to say to his sons: wisdom is so much better than anything else that you can imagine. Why? Why did he say that? Because the dividend; the return that this wisdom gave him was huge. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honour. Her ways are ways of pleasantness and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called happy. You know, that's a dividend statement that Solomon makes after a life of wisdom. As much as we try and kid ourselves, we know – we know through experience, we know deep in our hearts – that riches can never deliver that sort of dividend. We chase after money alone and it's a lonely, unhappy life. Believe you me, I've been there, done that, got the T-shirt and I can tell you ABSOLUTELY that wealth simply doesn't deliver that sort of dividend – a dividend of riches and peace and pleasantness and joy and happiness. Wisdom ... wisdom means that we learn God's truth and we put it into action in our lives. Even though sometimes; in fact, most times it involves sacrifice up front, like any other investment. We live out God's truth in our lives – that's what wisdom is – and we reap the rewards – peace, life, joy. Why? Because we know how to avoid the dumb things we used to do that caused us so much pain; because we know how to make good choices that bear good fruit. True wealth is living a life of abundance in Christ. True wealth is having the wisdom to build strong relationships and enjoy serving others and getting over our pride and our stupid tantrums. Wisdom is about ultimately enjoying life – whatever life throws our way. Friend, this is such great advice! But it only becomes true wisdom in our lives when we put it into action and the thing to put into action here is to seek after wisdom above and before riches, because nothing ... NOTHING compares to the dividends paid by wisdom; God's wisdom. The sort of wisdom that works! Impurity and Infidelity I remember back in college one of our lecturers in a subject about, I guess, the foundational issues of Christian living – said to each one of us who were training for some form of ministry or another - he said: there are three things that can bring you unstuck: girls, gold and glory (or in the case of women, guys, gold and glory.) In other words, people whom God calls to serve Him, often stumble in infidelity or because they start loving wealth too much. We spoke about that last week. Or because they seek the glory and they fall to pride. It's not a bad executive summary, is it? Girls or guys, as the case may be, gold and glory. Well as we roll on to the next piece of wisdom from Solomon in the Book of Proverbs, we are going to chat a bit about the girls, guys thing, or impurity and infidelity, because it's huge. Statistically, almost half of all marriages fall apart – and in fact, of those that remain, only fraction are what you would call happy marriages – the sorts of marriages where people really thrive. The facts about marital infidelity – sexual unfaithfulness to a spouse are astounding. Polls in the U.S. show that, although ninety percent of married people disapprove of extramarital affairs, fifteen percent of wives and twenty five percent of husbands have experienced extramarital sex. Now those numbers increase a further twenty percent when emotional affairs and sexual relationships without intercourse are included - so thirty five percent of women and forty five percent of men have been unfaithful to their spouse. That's frightening, isn't it? Marriage is supposed to be the most wonderful relationship - fulfilling, lifelong soul mates and yet, almost half of all men and over a third of all women have some sort of extramarital affair. That blows me away! But it's nothing new! Almost three thousand years ago Solomon, when instructing his young sons with the wisdom of his years, spends a whole chapter, in fact, a couple of chapters – the 5th chapter and another chapter in the Book of Proverbs, on this very subject. It's one of the first subjects he deals with comprehensively – maybe the stats were pretty much the same back then as they are today. Let's have a listen to what he had to say to his sons about infidelity. Proverbs chapter 5, beginning at verse 1: My child, be attentive to my wisdom; incline your ear to my understanding, so that you may hold on to prudence, and your lips may guard knowledge. For the lips of a loose woman drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword. Her steps follow the path to Sheol. She does not keep straight to the path of life; her ways wander, and she does not know it. In other words, the grass may well appear greener on the other side, guys, but this seduction that promises so much is going to kill you. Even though the thought of an affair may be oh so seductive, oh so tempting, it leads only to bitterness, pain and destruction. I remember a man I used to work with back in my days in the I.T. industry and he had two affairs outside his marriage – two that I know of anyway. I knew the husband and the wife quite well. He was lured into this trap; he followed his desires and his emotions and it almost destroyed both of them. By God's grace his wife was a godly woman and strong and with great faith and their marriage weathered the storm. But the pain and of course, as much as all may be forgiven, the memory never, ever, ever, goes away. And the crazy thing was, they had everything. And here's the advice that Solomon has for his sons – here's the wisdom that really works – Proverbs 5, beginning at verse 7: And now, my child, listen to me, and do not depart from the words of my mouth. Keep your ways far from her, and do not go near the door of her house; or you will give your honour to others, and your years to the merciless, and strangers will take their fill of your wealth, and your labours will go to the house of another; and at the end of your life you will groan, when your flesh and body are consumed, and you say, “Oh, how I hated discipline, and my heart despised reproof! I did not listen to the voice of my teachers or incline my ear to my instructors. Now I am at the point of utter ruin in the public assembly. The advice - the wisdom that works? Keep away from relationships that can lead to infidelity. “My child, listen to me, keep away from her door.” Don't go there! Don't put yourself in a position of temptation. Don't spend time alone with members of the opposite sex. Don't form close bonds and relationships that could head in the wrong direction. Keep yourself to yourself – just don't go there or it will ruin you and you will spend the rest of your life regretting it. And the alternative? Well, it's pretty obvious – Proverbs chapter 5, verse 15: Drink water from your own cistern; flowing water from your own well. Should your springs be scattered abroad, streams of water in the streets? Let them be for yourself alone, and not for sharing with strangers. Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth, a lovely deer, a graceful doe. May her breasts satisfy you at all times; may you be intoxicated always by her love. Why should you be intoxicated, my son, by another woman and embrace the bosom of an adulteress? For human ways are under the eyes of the Lord, and he examines all their paths. The iniquities of the wicked ensnare them, and they are caught in the toils of their sin. They die for lack of discipline, and because of their great folly they are lost. My friend, if you have a wife, enjoy her – if you are a woman with a husband, enjoy him. Do not be enticed into an extramarital affair, like almost half of all men and over a third of all women who are married are. Enjoy each other – God has given the wife to the husband and the husband to the wife so that they may truly enjoy each other, emotionally and physically and spiritually and be the best of friends and live their lives together for one another. Find fulfilment husbands, in arms of your wives; wives find fulfilment in the arms of your husbands. Sure, they are not perfect! Let's get a revelation here today – they never will be, ever – but they are the lifelong soul mate that God has given you and that ... that is the right place, the only place in God's eyes, to discover and to experience and to enjoy and to revel in the beauty of intimacy. Remember, forty five percent of men and thirty five percent of women – now you may think this is an odd subject for us to be discussing today but judging from the statistics, Solomon was right to make this one a high priority. My prayer is that you will never; never know the pain and the bitter regret of adultery. Please listen to God's Word today; please heed His warning! This is God's wisdom - it is wisdom that works.
2 Empower U Can God trust you Podcast Show # 236. Nov 4th, 2nd 2024 A podcast dedicated to my younger self and anyone who needs help strengthening their relationship with God. Quote of the day: "Building trust with God begins in the quiet moments, where small acts of faithfulness prepare your heart for greater things.” 10 He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much. Luke 16:10 We love to hear from you! Reach out to Pastor DeLoach on Instagram and tell him how he inspired you today. https://www.instagram.com/thomasadeloach/?hl=en Pastor DeLoach also offers a variety of counseling services. You can contact him about a FREE consultation here: info@thomadeloach.com Help support Pastor DeLoach and the Word of Life Outreach Ministries to keep this podcast going and share the word of God by donating here: https://buy.stripe.com/bIY16oe7Pcz26l25kk Go to the website to sign up for the monthly newsletter From The Pastor's Pen: https://www.thomasadeloach.com/ 2 Empower U
Pastor Tamar shares about how we are to be managers of God's resources.
In God We Trust – Walk on Your Waters There are times when we must confront what scares us. As children of God, we must walk on the impossible. The story in Matthew 14, where Peter walks on water toward Jesus, teaches us several lessons: 1. **Recognize the Presence of God**: Peter asks Jesus to command him to walk on the water, showing that only with the Word of God can we do the impossible. 2. **Feel Called by God**: Trust in Jesus' direction must be complete, eliminating doubt. 3. **Leave the Comfort Zone**: Peter steps out of the boat, a symbol of security, to walk on the water. We must also leave our securities to follow Jesus. 4. **Failure is Not Final**: Peter doubted and began to sink, but Jesus saved him. This teaches us that even with little faith, we can rise and continue to walk toward God. There are three types of people: those who stay on the shore with a distant faith, those who stay in the boat without wanting to make an effort, and those who walk on water, desiring a deep relationship with Jesus. Choose to walk on water and completely trust in God.
EXPLORATION OF PERSONAL DEFINITIONS OF GOD AND SELF-TRUST IN RELATION TO BLACK MENTAL HEALTH AND RACE KEY THEMES: 1. PERSONAL DEFINITIONS OF GOD AND SELF-TRUST. 2. BLACK MENTAL HEALTH AND RACE. 3. SELF-IDENTITY AND MENTAL WELL-BEING. 4. SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS AND EMPOWERMENT. 5. CRITICAL THINKING AND SELF-RESEARCH. MAIN POINTS: 412 EXPLORING PERSONAL DEFINITIONS OF GOD AND SELF-TRUST IN RELATION TO BLACK MENTAL HEALTH AND RACE. 435 DEFINING GOD AS EITHER THE ASIATIC BLACK MAN, THE UNIVERSE ITSELF, OR A PERSONAL EMPOWERING ENTITY. 609 SELF-IDENTITY AND SELF-DISCOVERY ARE CRUCIAL FOR MENTAL WELL-BEING AND EMPOWERMENT. 905 SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS LIKE RACE AND RELIGION INFLUENCE IDENTITY AND CAN EMPOWER OR LIMIT INDIVIDUALS. 1115 CONTINUOUS PERSONAL GROWTH AND EVOLVING BELIEFS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR EMPOWERMENT. 1200 HISTORICAL AND SOCIAL CONTEXT, SUCH AS THE ORIGINS OF THE UNITED STATES, FREE SPEECH, AND LABOR, SHAPE IDENTITY AND BELIEFS. 1400 CHALLENGING SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS AND LABELS IS NECESSARY FOR UNITY AND COMMON GOALS. 1600 IMPORTANCE OF CRITICAL THINKING, SELF-RESEARCH, AND INFORMED CONVERSATIONS IN FORMING BELIEFS. 1800 EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS TO QUESTION BELIEFS THAT IMPACT FINANCIAL DECISIONS AND MENTAL HEALTH. 2000 EMPHASIZING FINANCIAL LITERACY AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE FOR WEALTH MANAGEMENT. 2200 TRUSTING ONESELF AND RECOGNIZING INNER DIVINITY IS KEY TO PERSONAL GROWTH AND SUCCESS. 2400 PERSISTENCE AND SELF-BELIEF ARE CRUCIAL FOR OVERCOMING FAILURES AND ACHIEVING SUCCESS. 2600 MENTAL HEALTH, RACE, AND SELF-TRUST EXPLORED THROUGH CURRENT EVENTS AND POLITICAL FIGURES. 2800 SOCIAL CONTRACTS WITHIN STUDY GROUPS ARE IMPORTANT FOR SURVIVAL AND UNITY. CONCLUSION: 3000 EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SELF-BELIEF, CRITICAL THINKING, AND UNITY ARE ESSENTIAL FOR PERSONAL GROWTH, MENTAL HEALTH, AND NAVIGATING SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS.
n this episode, we delve into the profound and poignant story of Abraham and Isaac from the Bible. This narrative, found in Genesis 22, highlights Abraham's unwavering faith and obedience to God when asked to perform the unthinkable – sacrifice his beloved son, Isaac. Key Points Covered:** - **Introduction to Abraham's Journey:** Brief overview of Abraham's covenant with God and his long-awaited son, Isaac. - **God's Command:** Exploration of the moment when God tests Abraham's faith by instructing him to sacrifice Isaac. - **Abraham's Obedience:** The emotional and physical journey to Mount Moriah, emphasizing Abraham's trust in God's plan. - **The Sacrifice Moment:** Tension and drama as Abraham prepares to sacrifice Isaac, showcasing his ultimate act of faith. - **God's Intervention:** The powerful moment when an angel stops Abraham, providing a ram as a substitute sacrifice. - **Lessons Learned:** Reflection on the themes of faith, obedience, and God's provision, and how this story resonates in our lives today. - **Connect with Us:** Share your thoughts on this episode and how the story of Abraham and Isaac impacts your faith journey. What's up friends! First thank you for subscribing. It helps me serve you more and better. If you're feeling stuck with your content or podcasting, join our content community for support, coaching, laughs, prizes, and more!
Abraham trusted God, but God also trusted Abraham with what He was about to do. Can God trust us as well? Tune in.
When we talk to Him they call it prayer BUT we need to be still and listen to Him and realize if God says to do something He is able to empower us to just to do it!
Welcome to another episode of The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast. Today, we delve into what it means to truly stand firm as a prayer warrior. This isn't just about praying; it's about wielding prayer as a profound instrument of change, both in our lives and in the world around us.Our springboard for today's discussion is: Philippians 4:6 - "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."Philippians 4:6 teaches us that prayer is not just a ritual; it is a dynamic engagement with God. It's about turning our anxieties into dialogues with God, where we lay down our worries and lift up our hearts in thanksgiving. As prayer warriors, our challenge is to transform every worry into prayer, trusting that God hears and acts on our behalf.Focus Points for Becoming a Prayer Warrior:* Turn Anxiety into Prayer:* Every moment of anxiety is an opportunity for prayer. Convert worries into petitions, and use them as prompts to engage God in conversation.* Pray Continuously:* Make prayer a consistent part of your daily routine. Prayer should not be the last resort but the first response to any situation, big or small.* Cultivate a Heart of Thanksgiving:* Include thanksgiving in your prayers. It shifts your focus from what is lacking to the abundance of what God has already done, fostering a positive outlook that underpins effective prayer.* Intercede for Others:* Extend your prayers beyond personal needs. As a prayer warrior, take up the mantle of interceding for the needs of others, bearing their burdens in prayer as if they were your own.* Embrace the Peace of God:* Trust in the peace that comes from praying. It surpasses all understanding and guards your heart and mind, which is crucial for maintaining spiritual focus and resilience.Conclusion: Becoming a prayer warrior is about more than just saying prayers; it's about living a life of prayer. It involves a deep commitment to using prayer as a primary tool for navigating life's challenges and influencing the world. Let every worry propel you to prayer, and let every prayer be steeped in thanksgiving.Call to Action: This week, identify areas in your life where anxiety tends to take hold. Commit to transforming those moments into opportunities for prayer. Note the changes in how you feel and how situations evolve in response to your prayers.Question of the Day: What anxieties can you commit to transforming into prayers this week, and how will you incorporate thanksgiving into those prayers?Let's Pray: Lord God, we come to You not as people overwhelmed by worries, but as warriors armed with prayer. Teach us to trust You completely, to bring every concern to You with a heart full of thanks. Strengthen us in our commitment to pray without ceasing, for ourselves and for others. May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.Keep praying, warriors. Every prayer is a step taken in faith, every thanksgiving a victory over worry. You are equipped, you are called, and you are more than conquerors through Him who loves us. Let's continue to stand firm in our calling as prayer warriors, for the battle is indeed won on our knees.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe
Welcome to another episode of The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast. Today, we delve into what it means to truly stand firm as a prayer warrior. This isn't just about praying; it's about wielding prayer as a profound instrument of change, both in our lives and in the world around us.Our springboard for today's discussion is: Philippians 4:6 - "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."Philippians 4:6 teaches us that prayer is not just a ritual; it is a dynamic engagement with God. It's about turning our anxieties into dialogues with God, where we lay down our worries and lift up our hearts in thanksgiving. As prayer warriors, our challenge is to transform every worry into prayer, trusting that God hears and acts on our behalf.Focus Points for Becoming a Prayer Warrior:* Turn Anxiety into Prayer:* Every moment of anxiety is an opportunity for prayer. Convert worries into petitions, and use them as prompts to engage God in conversation.* Pray Continuously:* Make prayer a consistent part of your daily routine. Prayer should not be the last resort but the first response to any situation, big or small.* Cultivate a Heart of Thanksgiving:* Include thanksgiving in your prayers. It shifts your focus from what is lacking to the abundance of what God has already done, fostering a positive outlook that underpins effective prayer.* Intercede for Others:* Extend your prayers beyond personal needs. As a prayer warrior, take up the mantle of interceding for the needs of others, bearing their burdens in prayer as if they were your own.* Embrace the Peace of God:* Trust in the peace that comes from praying. It surpasses all understanding and guards your heart and mind, which is crucial for maintaining spiritual focus and resilience.Conclusion: Becoming a prayer warrior is about more than just saying prayers; it's about living a life of prayer. It involves a deep commitment to using prayer as a primary tool for navigating life's challenges and influencing the world. Let every worry propel you to prayer, and let every prayer be steeped in thanksgiving.Call to Action: This week, identify areas in your life where anxiety tends to take hold. Commit to transforming those moments into opportunities for prayer. Note the changes in how you feel and how situations evolve in response to your prayers.Question of the Day: What anxieties can you commit to transforming into prayers this week, and how will you incorporate thanksgiving into those prayers?Let's Pray: Lord God, we come to You not as people overwhelmed by worries, but as warriors armed with prayer. Teach us to trust You completely, to bring every concern to You with a heart full of thanks. Strengthen us in our commitment to pray without ceasing, for ourselves and for others. May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.Keep praying, warriors. Every prayer is a step taken in faith, every thanksgiving a victory over worry. You are equipped, you are called, and you are more than conquerors through Him who loves us. Let's continue to stand firm in our calling as prayer warriors, for the battle is indeed won on our knees.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe
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If the plan for your life has been shaken or maybe completely broken, and it's made you afraid, doubtful, or resentful towards God - Trust that God has a bigger vision than what you can see, Release the burden Jesus was meant to carry, and Yield your doubts, fears, failures, inadequacies, and your pride before God.
My NEW BOOK, "Unstuck" is coming out on August 6th! Pre-Order now!If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe!You can WATCH the RTK Podcast on YOUTUBEFollow RTK on INSTAGRAMIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Kim as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeanetworks.comABOUT THE RTK PODCAST:Pastor Kimberly Jones, known as Real Talk Kim, travels the world fulfilling her passion and purpose of loving people back to life. She is a mother, pastor, entrepreneur, best-selling author, entertainer and most importantly a worshiper after God's own heart. Pastor Kim is the Senior Pastor at Limitless Church and has two sons. She is a human rights advocate with a passion for giving back and believes in the compassion of the Holy Spirit, delivering it to those who need it most. Pastor Kim has been featured on The Doctor Oz Show, Oxygen's Network Series Preachers of Atlanta, Your World with Creflo Dollar on BET, ABC's Nightline, The Word Network, CNN, Praise in the Park' Atlanta and numerous magazines and radio shows.
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Hey Sis! You might be thinking you're lonely in this season, and you can't wait to get into another relationship and find the man that God has for you. But I have a question for you–are you ready for that? I'm sure you want the next man you get into a relationship with to be “the one,” which means you want him to be one of God's sons. However, to truly care for a man of God, you have to care for yourself in this season. Get your journal, a pen, and hit play! Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse 60-minute Heartbreak Coaching Session Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose: A 365 Day Devotional (Coupon code PODCAST10 for 10% discount–anytime) My YouVersion Bible Plans Free ebook: 100 Biblical Affirmations To Declare After A Breakup Free prayer: A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group: The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here! ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one Ep. 41 Have a Broken Heart? Follow This 6 Step Process To Getting Where You Want To Be After a Breakup Ep. 64 6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got Married Ep. 99 5 Reasons Heartbreak Was The Best Thing For Me Before Marriage Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you!
Main Scripture - 1 Samuel 1 Download the Group Guide Pain Does Not Automatically Equal God's Displeasure1 Samuel 1:3-91 Samuel 2:2Romans 8:28Colossians 1:16-17Psalm 147:3John 9:3Job 4:7-9Knowledge of God Is the Foundation of Genuine Prayer1 Samuel 1:10-11James 5:13James 4:2-31 Samuel 1:15-18God's Blessings Are to Be Used for His Glory1 Samuel 1:20-27Ephesians 2:10Application Points:Look at every moment as an opportunity for worshipHumbly bring your every concern to God Trust that a sovereign God can work through your life circumstancesWhen God blesses you, use it to glorify him
I'm excited to have my sweet friend on the podcast this week, Megan Tibbits. She's an amazing singer, worshipper, harp player and artist. Megan appeared before a national TV audience on ABC's Rising Star, advancing to the top 12, and released her debut album ‘Until I Fly' soon after. Since then, Megan has worked with artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Jonathan McReynolds, Danny Gokey, Brandon Heath & Marvin Winans Jr., and her videos have gotten the attention of artists such as Alicia Keys, Tauren Wells, etc. Most recently, Megan appeared as “The Harpist” on FOX's I Can See Your Voice and is soon to go on tour with author Bob Goff. She's much more than an artist but I loved getting to chat about the industry and worship and how to navigate some gray areas when it comes to leading God's people in something so holy. We explore the pressure to perform and the need to maintain a worshipful heart in all aspects of life because all of us have some kind of influence we've been called to steward. This is such a powerful conversation, and she brings such spiritual wisdom and that all can learn a great deal from! Keep up with Megan: http://megantibbits.com/ Let's Stay Connected: Instagram: @itswhitneywood www.wisdomandwellnessww.com
Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 4.14.24
In this introspective episode, we dive into the personal journey of self-discovery and reflection. Join us as we explore the question, "Can God Trust You With Becoming Her?" Through the lens of growth, transformation, and empowerment. Follow along as we embark on a journey of becoming the best version of ourselves and embracing our true potential. Through candid conversations, introspection, and self-discovery, we invite you to join us in becoming her – the empowered, confident, and authentic individual we are meant to be.
Summary In this sermon, Pastor Marty Carnegie discusses the importance of stewardship and trust in the context of discipleship. He emphasizes that everything in our lives belongs to God and that we must manage and administer these blessings faithfully. The central question posed throughout the sermon is whether God can trust us. Pastor Carnegie highlights the significance of trust in various aspects of our lives, including relationships, leadership roles, and the kingdom of God. He uses the example of Job to illustrate how God can trust someone who is blameless, upright, and fears God. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Topic03:33 The Significance of Stewardship06:19 Can God Trust You?09:39 The Importance of Trust in Discipleship13:06 The Test of Trustworthiness23:44 God's Trust in Job27:23 Can God Trust You?32:00 The Importance of Trustworthiness35:00 Building Trust in the Military38:19 The Story of Job40:12 The Story of Adam's Mother46:53 The Power of Trust49:16 Being Trustworthy in Different Areas of Life50:12 The Qualities of Job53:03 Shunning Evil and Trusting GodTakeaways Stewardship is a crucial aspect of discipleship, as everything in our lives belongs to God and we have a responsibility to manage it faithfully. Trust is essential in various areas of our lives, including relationships, leadership roles, and serving in the kingdom of God. God is looking for men and women who can be trusted with responsibilities and blessings, and who demonstrate faithfulness in the little things. The story of Job illustrates how God can trust someone who is blameless, upright, and fears Him. Being trustworthy is a key characteristic that God looks for in individuals. Trustworthiness is demonstrated through actions such as being blameless, upright, and shunning evil. Trustworthiness is important in various areas of life, including relationships, work, and stewardship. Examining our lives and striving to be trustworthy allows us to honor God and fulfill our purpose. Find a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.org SUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM: Subscribe for only $2.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/ Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b --- We need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369 --- Visit our sponsors: ***FEATURED*** Global Passport Express: Mention this ad to get a 10% discount on all services: https://bit.ly/TTL-GPE Pastor Mike Ashcraft's Financial Services: (310) 403-6471 10% Discount Off First Order from Advanced Creative Design: advancedcreativedesign23@gmail.com $100 Credit for Text In Church: https://bit.ly/TTL-TIC
At the end of ourselves, we will find where God has been and is working. Trust God's process. Imagine the future beyond the pain. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacychurchtx/ Join us in person: https://legacychurchhutto.com Intro music used with permission: Dreamers by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com
TEACHING CHURCH - Dr. David Ciocchi teaches on John 2:23-25; 1 Thessalonians 2, 3-6 - Sunday, February 25, 2024
TEACHING CHURCH - Dr. David Ciocchi teaches on John 2:23-25; 1 Thessalonians 2, 3-6 - Sunday, February 25, 2024
Guest: Steve Kawamura Host: Julian Gibb interviews Harvest Associate Steve Kawamura from Brazil. Learn how Steve applied the three mentioned exhortations from Psalm 34 to minister to people in an area known as the "swamp". A place where even the police were afraid to go. All of this in spite of health issues. https://www.harvestfoundation.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hello, warriors, and welcome to another session of The Power Of God's Whisper. Today, we're delving into the essence of hope – a vital component for every spiritual warrior. In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, our anchor is the unwavering hope we find in Christ. Romans 15:13 isn't just a verse; it's a lifeline, a promise that fuels our journey.Scripture: Romans 15:13"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."This verse is a beacon of light in times of darkness, reminding us that hope is not a concept but a person – Jesus Christ. Paul, in his letter to the Romans, prays that believers be filled with joy and peace, leading to an overflow of hope. This isn't a passive hope; it's active and dynamic, empowered by the Holy Spirit. It's a hope that transcends circumstances, that stands firm in trials, and that empowers us to face each day with confidence and courage.Focus Training (2 minutes):* Embracing Joy and Peace: Start by identifying areas in your life where joy and peace seem elusive. Reflect on how trusting in God's promises can transform your perspective. Spend a few minutes each day meditating on God's faithfulness, allowing His peace and joy to fill your heart.* Trusting in God: Trust is the foundation of hope. Challenge yourself to deepen your trust in God. When faced with uncertainty or challenges, consciously choose to trust God's plan and timing. Remember, it's in the moments of surrender that we often find the most profound sense of hope.* Being Empowered by the Spirit: Acknowledge the role of the Holy Spirit in filling you with hope. Invite the Holy Spirit into your daily walk. Be open to His guidance and allow Him to lead you into a deeper understanding of the hope that is available to you in Christ.Conclusion:As spiritual warriors, our strength lies in the hope we have in Christ. This hope is not a frail wish but a robust certainty in God's promises. It's a hope that not only sustains us but also overflows to those around us, making us beacons of God's love and faithfulness in a troubled world.Call to Action:This week, focus on cultivating hope. When you face situations that test your faith, remember this verse and let it guide your reactions and decisions. Share this hope with others who may be struggling, becoming a vessel of God's peace and joy.Question of the Day:What situation in your life currently requires you to lean more into the hope provided by Christ?Let's Pray:Heavenly Father, thank You for being our source of eternal hope. Fill us with Your joy and peace as we trust in You, so that we may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Help us to hold onto this hope firmly, especially in challenging times, and use us to spread Your hope to others. In Jesus' name, Amen.Thank you for joining us today on The Power Of God's Whisper. Carry this message of hope in your heart as you go about your week, and remember, the God of hope is always with you. Stay strong, stay hopeful, and keep listening for His whisper. Until next time, God bless!My Reasons To Believe is a publication fueled by its readers' support. We're committed to serving you. Think about stepping up to Faith Partner. For a mere $5 a month, you can play a crucial role in keeping this ministry's lights on. Stay blessed. Get full access to My Reasons To Believe at myr2b.substack.com/subscribe
The Christmas story is one, not only of celebration, but one of reflection and action. For our Candlelight experiences, Pastor Rodney urges us to trust in God's word. God's word is unfailing and should cause us to surrender negative thoughts, avoid overthinking, and trust in His guidance. Being obedient to the Word is being obedient to Christ, because He IS the Word. Listen and be challenged. Support the show
Any mission that God creates will never hold insignificance. Pastor Seth continues through our teaching series, Missio Dei.
In this episode of Grounded, guest Ruth Chou Simons shares why it matters that you cling to the character of God when life brings unexpected turns.
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Life is short. Time is running out. What will you do with the time, talent, and treasure God has given you to rescue the hopeless and build His Church?
10 “One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much. 11 If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches? 12 And if you have not been faithful in that which is another's, who will give you that which is your own? 13 No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.” Luke 16:10-13 (ESV) The Trust Principle: Can God Trust You? 1. We invite God's trust through our character (16:10). 2. We invite God's trust through our approach to our resources (16:11-12). 3. We invite God's trust through our submission to His Lordship (16:13).
10 “One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much. 11 If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches? 12 And if you have not been faithful in that which is another's, who will give you that which is your own? 13 No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.” Luke 16:10-13 (ESV) The Trust Principle: Can God Trust You? 1. We invite God's trust through our character (16:10). 2. We invite God's trust through our approach to our resources (16:11-12). 3. We invite God's trust through our submission to His Lordship (16:13).
Today's Promise: Psalm 9:10 When you know the Lord, you trust Him. The more you know the Lord, the more you will trust Him. God reveals Himself through His Word. The Bible, gives us a clear understanding of who God is and what He is like. However, knowing God is more than just knowing fact about God. God's Word promises that we can know God personally. Because you know Him so well, you trust Him completely. You know that when you knock on God's door, He always answers and is ready to come to your aid.
God's ways are not our ways. He's got the perfect plan and sometimes we just have to trust Him. Listen as Aspen shares her testimony and story. Support the podcast by buying a journal here! :) https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ACalled+to+Serve+Media+LLC&s=relevancerank&text=Called+to+Serve+Media+LLC&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 Contact us for guest opportunities, sponsorships, and bulk journal orders: calledtoservepodcast@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/called-to-serve01/support
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As food fuels our bodies, trust fuels our relationships. We cannot have healthy relationships without it, but we often put our trust in the wrong place. In this message, Founding Pastor Deana Kennedy shares the importance of anchoring our trust in a perfect God who works in and through our relationships to keep them strong and honoring to Him.
As food fuels our bodies, trust fuels our relationships. We cannot have healthy relationships without it, but we often put our trust in the wrong place. In this message, Founding Pastor Deana Kennedy shares the importance of anchoring our trust in a perfect God who works in and through our relationships to keep them strong and honoring to Him.