Podcasts about Great Commandment

Revival begins with God awakening His people to the Great Commandment, and the Great Commission. Pastor Banning reminds us that discipleship isn't just for a few, it's something every believer is called to. True discipleship means walking with people, inviting God to work through our lives, and helping others become more like Jesus. Who are you investing in?

Community vs Sacred CommunityThis week we continued our series on Sacred Community and dug into a big question: what is the difference between regular community and sacred community?Community is something most of us experience by default. You can have community just by living in a town, being part of a neighborhood, or sitting in a church service. It can feel comforting, familiar, and even good for us. Yet community alone is not what Jesus called us to.Sacred community is different. It does not happen by accident. It takes purpose, sacrifice, commitment, and real engagement with others. You cannot experience sacred community by simply showing up, filling a seat, and consuming spiritual content. Sacred community requires us to invest in each other, support each other, and grow in Christ together.Scripture reminds us how powerful and necessary this is:Where two or three gather in My name, I am with them (Matthew 18:20)Two are better than one… a cord of three strands is not easily broken (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)Sacred community happens in homes, around tables, in daily life… not just on Sundays.We looked at the three “Great” callings Jesus gives us:Great Commandment – Love God fully and love people deeply (Matthew 22:37-40)Great Commission – Make disciples, baptize, and teach (Matthew 28:19-20)Great Compassion – Serve, care, and love the least of these (Matthew 25:34-40)When we live out all three, we don't just have church community. We live as a sacred community shaped by Jesus.We were challenged to shift from “church is here to serve me” to “I am here to serve others.” If we already have Jesus and believe He truly is enough, then our mission is to give Him away. Faith is not meant to be consumed but lived and shared.As Dr. Andy Haskins said:A commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, lived out with Great Compassion, creates a great church.At Light & Life, our purpose is clear:To expand God's Kingdom by developing and equipping faithful followers of Jesus.People are not our problem.People are our purpose.We are not called to be spectators, fans, or attendees. We are called to be disciples who make disciples. Sacred community forms where we intentionally love, serve, encourage, challenge, and walk alongside others.Let's not settle for just being in the room.Let's build something holy together.Thanks for joining us for a weekly message from DuBois Light & Life Church. Today you will hear encouraging words, worship, and a message. Our goal is that you would find Hope, Healing, and Purpose in Jesus Christ. Live from DuBois Light and Life Church.128 S 8th Street,DuBois PA 15801Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and our Website at DuBoisfmc.org, or download our app!

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme "Five Stunning Realities of the Gospel. Our scripture reference was Mark 6:42. We had a great discussion on how the Gospel is about provision, yet it's always about satisfaction. God wants us to be satisfied in the soul. We heard so many listener calls sharing the joy they have in God's provisions in their lives...and usually it's the simplest things. We spoke with Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative (TTI). He shared that one of the most significant provisions of the Gospel is that we can love others and tell others about the Gospel. The Great Commission is great, but the Great Commandment to love others as God has loved us and tell them the Good News is even greater! Dr. Alex McFarland also joined us. He's a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, and culture analyst. He emphasized that the greatest satisfaction found in the Gospel is the cross! Every other provision and satisfaction comes from what happened on the cross. People can miss the blessings because they don't understand and culture is unstable. He offered 10 Questions Every Christian is asking or soon will be (to receive: text TEN to 1-800-555-7898). Also, his latest book is called "100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times". You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug encourages us to be a reflection of God's living Word, declaring our love for Him and being an expression of His love to the world.

Sermon from Matthew 22:34–46 preached on October 19, 2025, by Nathan Lugbill

Sermon at 14:58.   Bulletin: Trinity 18 Bulletin 25   Congregation at Prayer: CaP, 10/19/25

Pastor Jessica highlights the importance of the Apostles' teaching in the early Church and encourages us to be fully devoted to Jesus, and to be wholehearted in our commitment to His Great Commission and Great Commandment.

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In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Arch share inspiring stories of everyday people stepping into love and service. They explore what it looks like to live the Great Commandment and the Great Commission beyond Sunday mornings and challenge listeners to ask: "How can I be more intentional about loving God and loving others today?" This isn't just church planning—this is church living. It's about transforming neighborhoods, building authentic relationships, and living missionally wherever God has placed you.

This week, Terrence reminded us of the undeniable call for Christians to be known by their love. Drawing from Matthew 25, he challenged us to reflect on our “love life”—not in a romantic sense, but in how our faith moves us to action for others. Jesus shows us that love isn't passive—it's creative, costly, deep, and sometimes uncomfortable—but it is always our calling. As a church, we're stepping boldly into partnerships with the "church. at Bashford Manor" and their five immigrant congregations, living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment: loving God, loving our neighbors, and serving the least among us. The invitation is clear and urgent: join God where He is already at work, live faithfully as Kingdom people, and let your love shine as a public witness of Christ's transforming power. Will you join us in this prayer? "God, whatever You are doing in this season, don't do it without us."

The day of salvation is now, and it is not something to put off for tomorrow. God calls each of us to reach one person for Christ, but to do this, we need three things:To reach your ONE, you need three things:An uncommon concernAn uncommon connectionAn uncommon callingThis sermon challenges you to act today, recognizing that now is the time of salvation. Learn about Jesus' uncommon concern for others, His ability to build meaningful connections, and how we are each called to sow, tend, and reap the spiritual harvest He's prepared.   Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/

In this episode, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of pastoral care training and equipping ministers to support others effectively. He emphasizes the need for emotional first aid, the role of confession in healing guilt, and the distinction between guilt and condemnation. Delaney encourages listeners to find freedom through gratitude for God's love and the importance of community in the healing process. He concludes with a call to action for leaders to share these insights and support those in need.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pastoral Care Training 02:46 The Great Commandment and Pastoral Care 05:47 Understanding Emotional Needs and First Aid 08:26 Dealing with Guilt in Pastoral Care 11:08 The Importance of Confession 13:46 Condemnation vs. Guilt 18:38 Finding Freedom from Condemnation 27:46 The Role of Jesus in Our Guilt and Condemnation 31:19 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this powerful episode of the Decisions Podcast, host Jonathan Pitts sits down with Roland Warren, President and CEO of Care Net, to discuss what it truly means to champion life with both compassion and conviction. Drawing from his personal journey and his new book, The Alternative to Abortion: Why We Must Be Pro Abundant Life, Roland challenges the church to go beyond simply opposing abortion and instead offer a holistic, Christ-centered vision of abundant life. From his own story of facing an unplanned pregnancy as a young college student to his leadership in the pro-life movement, Roland shares how God has used pivotal moments to shape his calling and impact. This episode is a bold and inspiring call to action for believers to embrace the sanctity of life, marriage, and family as part of living out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. Tune in for a conversation that will challenge your perspective and inspire you to make a difference!

In this episode of the Launch Podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of church health and leadership in caring for others. He emphasizes the need for practical pastoral care, focusing on understanding emotional pain, trauma, and the role of comfort in healing. Delaney explores how to address anger and forgiveness, highlighting the significance of comfort and compassion in ministry. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and prepare for the next episode.

Jesus' command to “Follow Me” is found 21 times in the gospels. Being a disciple means learning to follow Christ. As disciples, we are greatly committed to what God is greatly committed to: the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. Join Pastor Phil Hopper as he answers the question, “What does it mean to be a disciple?” by unpacking the call of a believer. Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ 

God requires obedience that is covenantal, commitment, complete, comprehensive, and consequential.

God requires obedience that is covenantal, commitment, complete, comprehensive, and consequential.

In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Arch explore what it means to live out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. From behind-the-scenes stories and moments of levity to practical examples like explaining communion, baptism, and student ministry events, they show how faith is put into action every day. Reflecting on the church's roots in the neighborhood, they discuss how honoring the past shapes the future—equipping people to love God, love others, and make disciples in their schools, workplaces, and communities.

☞ ABOUT THIS MESSAGE Andrew explains that we are called to be living witnesses in a divine courtroom, reflecting God's character to the world. Using Jesus as our perfect example, we are encouraged to live out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. The challenge is to move beyond just holding the title of Christian to living an authentic testimony. Despite the church's historical successes and failures, we, like a cracked mirror, can still reflect Jesus without being perfect.   ☞ BIBLE APP NOTES https://www.bible.com/events/49486935   ☞ GROUP LEADER GUIDE https://page.church.tech/ef3d3a6e   ☞ NEXT STEPS

In the first message of our "Welcome to The Ridge" series, Pastor Josh takes us back to 1985, when Chestnut Ridge Church began with a small group of people who simply wanted to love God and love their neighbors. As we look at Jesus' Great Commandment and Great Commission, we're reminded that the foundation of our church has always been Christ—and that His mission is still what leads us forward today. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live

How do we love with the three loves in the two Great Commandments?  And what are the relationships among love of God, love of neighbor, and love of self?  Join Catholic philosopher Anthony Flood and Catholic psychologist Eric Gudan as we explore love in Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas.  We address flourishing, friendship, virtues, interior integration, inner unity, union with others, trauma, healing, selfishness, humility, magnanimity, where to find truth, and so much more, all through a Thomistic lens.  Join us!   For the full video experience with all our visuals, graphics, and for conversation and sharing in the comments section, check us out on our YouTube channel here:  www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics

Matthew 28:18-20. What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this week's message we're reminded that ordinary moments can have eternal impact—and that our mission as the Church is actually very simple: make disciples, love God and love people. This message unpacks the Great Commission and the Great Commandment, showing us that discipleship isn't about a Sunday-only relationship, but about living as everyday apprentices of Jesus. We don't just gather—we scatter, pointing people to Jesus everywhere we go. Discover how being an everyday disciple changes the way you love God, love others, and live out your faith in the ordinary, daily moments that God uses for extraordinary purposes.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!

Mark Ritchie joins us to share powerfully on The Great Commandment: to love God and to love others.

Message from Elder Doug Meeks on August 30, 2025

Episode 155In this episode, Paul Fahey joins me in a pivotal conversation about spiritual abuse within the context of evangelisation and church communities. We share our journey from years of traditional evangelisation to a deeper understanding of the Great Commandments and how they relate to the Great Commission. We examine the importance of truly loving others as Christ loves us and how our distorted images of God can impact our relationships and evangelisation efforts. We address the often-overlooked emotional and psychological abuses by those in spiritual authority and discuss what a healthy use of authority should look like. We also delve into the critical role of personal integrity and humility for those in spiritual leadership. This episode offers crucial insights into the ways we can foster a more loving and respectful approach to faith, evangelisation and discipleship.Watch this recording on YouTube.Follow me on my Instagram account @animann for more material on the integration journey and subscribe to my monthly reflections on Begin Again.RESOURCESPaul Fahey's Spiritual Abuse Workshop (Fall 2025)Read Paul's excellent reflection: "One cannot proclaim God in a way contrary to God himself: Spiritual Abuse and Evangelisation"Sherry Weddell's book Forming Intentional Disciples: The Path to Knowing and Following Jesus Catechesi Tradendae Dignitatis Humanae Pope Francis' address to the Indigenous Peoples and Members of the Parish Community Sacred Heart CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Introduction03:29 Spiritual Abuse in Evangelisation05:52 Introducing Paul Fahey09:43 Personal Experiences and Reflections14:18 The Role of Trust in Evangelisation25:29 Coercion in Evangelisation30:48 Subtle Forms of Coercion44:45 Preferential Option for the Institution50:26 Defining the End of Evangelisation53:16 The Importance of Dignity and Freedom55:23 Evangelisation vs. Proselytism56:52 Intellectual Conversion vs. True Discipleship58:15 Lack of Self-Awareness in Evangelisation01:01:25 Corporate and Individual Responsibility01:04:33 Historical Context of Church Authority01:18:35 Healthy Use of Spiritual Authority01:24:07 ESupport the showSUBSCRIBE | FOLLOW | SUPPORTSocial Media:Follow Ann Yeong on Instagram or Facebook.Newsletter:Subscribe to Begin Again for Ann's updates and reflections.Support the Show:Monthly Support (starting at USD$3)One-time DonationLeave a Review:If this podcast has blessed you, please leave a review by clicking here.

Jesus teaches that the greatest commandments are about love of God and one another. (Lectionary #423) August 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

What's the purpose of my life? Pastor Jeanette explores Scripture and life stages to answer one of humanity's biggest questions. Drawing on Jesus' Great Commandment, Jeremiah's promise to exiles, and the Westminster Shorter Catechism, she proposes a clear, hope-filled purpose: We are made to glorify God by knowing Him, becoming like Christ, loving people, and joining His mission.

Dr. Roger L. Smith discusses neglecting responsibility, illustrated by a restaurant scenario where employees ignored a mess. He connects this to the biblical figure Eli, a priest who neglected his duties and enabled his sons' corruption, leading to dire consequences. Dr. Smith emphasizes that responsibilities to God and neighbor are fundamental, citing the Great Commandments and the Ten Commandments. He argues neglecting these responsibilities, both through actions and omissions, is a sin with far-reaching effects. Dr. Smith urges listeners to accept responsibility, love God and neighbor, and hold others accountable with grace and truth, breaking cycles of neglect and passing on faith to future generations.

Dr. Roger L. Smith discusses neglecting responsibility, illustrated by a restaurant scenario where employees ignored a mess. He connects this to the biblical figure Eli, a priest who neglected his duties and enabled his sons' corruption, leading to dire consequences. Dr. Smith emphasizes that responsibilities to God and neighbor are fundamental, citing the Great Commandments and the Ten Commandments. He argues neglecting these responsibilities, both through actions and omissions, is a sin with far-reaching effects. Dr. Smith urges listeners to accept responsibility, love God and neighbor, and hold others accountable with grace and truth, breaking cycles of neglect and passing on faith to future generations.

Jesus told us that the greatest commandment was to Love God and love others. In fact He said that every commandment in the Scriptures is based on these two commands. Loving God is listening to God and when we listen to God we can love others well. Pastor Rick taught The Great Commandment at CrossPoint Church.

In this podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of discipleship, evangelism, and pastoral care in today's broken world. He emphasises the need for churches to connect with Jesus and grow as disciples who can help others. Delaney explores the concept of aloneness and how relationships can alleviate it, drawing on the parable of the Good Samaritan. He highlights the significance of seeing people as individuals, taking initiative in caregiving, and being vulnerable in our interactions. Ultimately, he calls listeners to respond to God's care by actively caring for others in their communities.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pastoral Care and Discipleship 04:39 Understanding Aloneness and the Role of Caregivers 09:13 The Good Samaritan: A Model for Caregiving 13:48 Initiative in Care: Moving First to Help 18:43 Vulnerability in Care: Sharing Our Own Pain 23:11 The Power of God's Care in Our Lives 28:03 Conclusion: Living Out Care in Community

"The greatest tragedy in life is when we stop talking to God."But what's the second greatest tragedy?In this episode, Brad Bright explores the deep connection between the Great Commandment and the Great Commission—highlighting how failing to talk to our neighbor shuts the door on gospel transformation. From Jesus' radical choice of disciples like Simon the Zealot and Matthew the tax collector, to hot-button cultural debates on sexuality, politics, and truth, this episode challenges you to engage in real conversations with love, without compromising truth.“Never compromise LOVE. Never compromise TRUTH.”https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdQhfIGtd0bqu71-RysD8rKhsMbUohp8R/editBrightmedia.orgtwitter.com/GodIsTheIssueGOD, Who Are You Anyway?  by Bill Bright, with Brad Bright brightmedia.org/resources#GodIsTheIssue #BradBright #ChristianLeadership #FaithRevival #Evangelism #CruStaff #JesusFirst #SpiritEmpoweredLiving #ChristianPodcast #MinistryFocus #BackToTheMission#FirstLove #GospelCentered #ChristianFaith

Pastor Dave preaches the second half of the Great Commandment from Matthew 22:39-40. True treasure isn't always material—it can be chipped ashtrays or crude crafts kept for love of the maker. Likewise, every person bears God's signature and is valuable because he created them. Love for others is inseparable from love for God, even when people are hard to like. Agape love goes beyond feelings; it's a self-sacrificial choice to lay down self and love as Christ loves us. Scripture commands this love because it reflects God's heart and overflows from a life transformed by grace. Choosing to love, forgive, and bless others—especially when it's hard—brings freedom and deeper communion with God. Who are you being called to love today, not out of convenience, but in joyful obedience to the one who loves perfectly?

This week, Pastor Dave Winters preaches from Matthew 22:35-38—the first half of "The Great Commandment". Love is often used casually, but Scripture calls us to its highest form—agape, the unconditional, self-giving love God shows humanity. The greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind—a love that is personal, exclusive, and rooted in gratitude, not guilt or ritual. It's not about approaching God transactionally or through checklist spirituality, but embracing him as my God, centering life and worship on him daily. This means being with God, not just doing for him—knowing his love personally and responding with an authentic, all-consuming love. We nurture this through prayer, confession, Sabbath rhythms, and natural conversation about him. If this is the foremost command, the question is: how are we loving him today—uniquely and fully?

The Great Commandment calls us to love God and love others, but Jesus adds a crucial modifier: “as you love yourself,” revealing that we can't truly love others until we first see and love ourselves as God does. This message emphasizes a divine order—loving God first, which then shapes our identity and enables genuine love for others. When we secure our spiritual “oxygen mask” through a relationship with God, we gain the clarity and strength to love both ourselves and those around us well.

This week we are looking at another article written by the Rev. Paul J. Cain, Jr. from the book “Duty to Defend”. Does loving your neighbor mean supporting gun control? Can you love your neighbor as yourself if you support gun ownership? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club! http://gunclub.armedlutheran.us Links of Interest Buy Duty to Defend, Volume 2 on Amazon – https://amzn.to/3D3frE5* Duty to Defend (Signed Copies!) – https://www.armedlutheran.us/product/duty-to-defend-2nd-edition-signed-copy Prayer of the Week Almighty and merciful God, as You have brought us to celebrate the festival of the Lord's resurrection, cause us by Your grace to bring forth the fruits thereof in our life and conduct; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page - http://www.armedlutheran.us/feedback Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group - http://www.armedlutheran.us/facebook Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube - http://www.armedlutheran.us/youtube Check Out More at our Website- http://www.armedlutheran.us   Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Check out the other Great Armed Lutheran Books - http://www.ArmedLutheran.us/Books Shop at Amazon* - http://www.armedlutheran.us/amazon Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network - https://www.armedcitizensnetwork.org Disclaimer The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you. Original Music by Reformer.   Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our series in Matthew with his sermon, "The Great Commandments."

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our series in Matthew with his sermon, "The Great Commandments."

Most of us can easily recite the Great Commandment. But not one of us has ever loved God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Today, R.C. Sproul underlines the seriousness of what God's law demands of us. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/falling-short-of-the-great-commandment/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts