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Everything we have ultimately belongs to God, and we are called to faithfully manage what He has entrusted to us. Listen in to Pastor Jonathan Laurie's message as he explores this life-changing truth. Notes: Luke 20 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (MSG)Since Jesus died and broke loose from the grave, God will most certainly bring back to life those who died in Jesus. Good parents get involved. God created systems of authority, starting with the family. Exodus 20:12 (NKJV)"Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the LORD your God is giving you.” If you learn to submit to authority, things will go well for you. Because we love our children, we discipline them. “If you raise your children, you’ll get to spoil your grandchildren.If you spoil your children, you’ll get to raise your grandchildren.” 1 Timothy 5:8 (NKJV)But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. Provide: pronoeōto give careful thought to, take thought for, take into consideration, have regard for,to think about beforehand in a solicitous manner, care for, provide for someone Teaching your children to honor your authority will naturally lead them to honor the Highest Authority, God Himself. The Vineyard Isn’t YoursLuke 20 Read Luke 20:1–8 (NKJV) The Scene of the CrimeLuke 20:1–8 “They knew perfectly well, and they knew perfectly well when they had rejected John’s ministry. That was the trouble with them. God never condemns men for ignorance. God’s judgments are upon men who, having the light, disobey it.” —G. Campbell Morgan You were created on purpose, and you were created for a purpose. God loves you. He is the ultimate authority. There will come a day when God asks you,“What did you do with my Son?” Read Luke 20:9–19 (NKJV) Stewards, Not OwnersLuke 20:9–19 The Son they wanted to get rid of was the same Son who would rise again from the dead. Psalm 24:1 (NKJV)The earth is the LORD's, and all its fullness,The world and those who dwell therein. Job 1:21 (NKJV)"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked shall I return there.The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away;Blessed be the name of the LORD." Read Luke 20:20–26 (NKJV) Image BearersLuke 20:20–26 Luke 20:25 (NKJV)"Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." Genesis 1:27 (NKJV)So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. Job 1:21 (NKJV)"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked shall I return there.The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away;Blessed be the name of the LORD." “I didn’t thank God that it happened. In fact, I would have given anything to have Christopher back. I would have gladly taken his place. But I wasn’t given that choice. So, I simply said, ‘Lord, he is Yours. I dedicated him to You when he was a little boy, and I dedicate him back to You.’” —Greg Laurie — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything we have ultimately belongs to God, and we are called to faithfully manage what He has entrusted to us. Listen in to Pastor Jonathan Laurie's message as he explores this life-changing truth. Notes: Luke 20 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (MSG)Since Jesus died and broke loose from the grave, God will most certainly bring back to life those who died in Jesus. Good parents get involved. God created systems of authority, starting with the family. Exodus 20:12 (NKJV)"Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the LORD your God is giving you.” If you learn to submit to authority, things will go well for you. Because we love our children, we discipline them. “If you raise your children, you’ll get to spoil your grandchildren.If you spoil your children, you’ll get to raise your grandchildren.” 1 Timothy 5:8 (NKJV)But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. Provide: pronoeōto give careful thought to, take thought for, take into consideration, have regard for,to think about beforehand in a solicitous manner, care for, provide for someone Teaching your children to honor your authority will naturally lead them to honor the Highest Authority, God Himself. The Vineyard Isn’t YoursLuke 20 Read Luke 20:1–8 (NKJV) The Scene of the CrimeLuke 20:1–8 “They knew perfectly well, and they knew perfectly well when they had rejected John’s ministry. That was the trouble with them. God never condemns men for ignorance. God’s judgments are upon men who, having the light, disobey it.” —G. Campbell Morgan You were created on purpose, and you were created for a purpose. God loves you. He is the ultimate authority. There will come a day when God asks you,“What did you do with my Son?” Read Luke 20:9–19 (NKJV) Stewards, Not OwnersLuke 20:9–19 The Son they wanted to get rid of was the same Son who would rise again from the dead. Psalm 24:1 (NKJV)The earth is the LORD's, and all its fullness,The world and those who dwell therein. Job 1:21 (NKJV)"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked shall I return there.The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away;Blessed be the name of the LORD." Read Luke 20:20–26 (NKJV) Image BearersLuke 20:20–26 Luke 20:25 (NKJV)"Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." Genesis 1:27 (NKJV)So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. Job 1:21 (NKJV)"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked shall I return there.The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away;Blessed be the name of the LORD." “I didn’t thank God that it happened. In fact, I would have given anything to have Christopher back. I would have gladly taken his place. But I wasn’t given that choice. So, I simply said, ‘Lord, he is Yours. I dedicated him to You when he was a little boy, and I dedicate him back to You.’” —Greg Laurie — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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„Izraelci prešli stredom mora po suchu, zatiaľ čo vody na pravej i ľavej strane stáli ako múry!“ Druhá kniha Mojžišova 14:22 Nie nadarmo sa verš Druhej knihy Mojžišovej 14:22 končí výkričníkom: „Izraelci prešli stredom mora po suchu, zatiaľ čo vody na pravej i ľavej strane stáli ako múry!“ Predstav si, aké vzrušujúce to muselo byť pre Izraelcov, keď prechádzali stredom Červeného mora po suchej zemi a nasledovali Božie vedenie. Možno videli ryby plávať vo vodných stenách po oboch stranách, akoby boli v tom najlepšom akváriu na svete. Izraelský ľud kráčal celé hodiny. Cesta cez Červené more trvala celú noc. Ale Pán bol s nimi na každom kroku. Nikto z tých, ktorí v ten deň prekročili more, nemohol tušiť, ako dlho bude ich cesta trvať ani kam ich zavedie. Ich skúsenosť je výborným obrazom kresťanského života. Aj ten je len putovaním s Pánom. A učeníctvo je to, čo sa deje po ceste, keď tomuto putovaniu dávame prioritu. Začiatok kresťanskej cesty býva často naplnený vzrušením a úžasom, keď si uvedomujeme, čo pre nás Boh urobil. Avšak tak, ako to bolo v prípade Izraelcov počas ich štyridsaťročného putovania púšťou, vzrušenie a úžas časom začnú opadať. Začíname brať veci ako samozrejmosť. Stávame sa apatickými. To sa stalo s ľuďmi, ktorí prichádzali za Ježišom počas Jeho pozemskej služby. Keď počiatočné nadšenie a novosť opadli, ľudia sa začali postupne vzďaľovať. Z rôznych dôvodov odmietli Ježiša a Jeho učenie (pozri Mt 8:34; Mk 6:3; L 4:28–29). Voči svojmu putovaniu s Ním sa stali apatickými a začali hľadať niečo nové na inom mieste. Ak bojuješ s apatiou na svojej ceste s Kristom, potom si musíš stanoviť priority, ktoré nazývam „Č.M.CH.Z.“: (1) Čítaj Bibliu každý deň. Nikdy z nej nevyrastieš a nikdy ju neprekonáš. Božie slovo sa nikdy nestane irelevantným. (2) Modli sa. Predkladaj svoje veci Pánovi. Potrebuješ mať modlitebný život. (3) Chodievaj do kostola. Potrebuješ byť pravidelnou súčasťou cirkvi. (4) Zdieľaj svoju vieru s ostatnými. Mnohí veriaci prestanú robiť tieto veci a potom sa čudujú, prečo do ich života preniká duchovná apatia. Je to preto, že zanedbávajú základné veci. Ak sa rozhodneš prestať jesť, stane sa toto: začne sa ti točiť hlava, budeš mať závraty a ak to bude trvať dlhšie, začneš umierať. Takto sa žiť nedá. Musíš jesť, aby si prežil. Rovnako je to aj duchovne – ak zanedbáš duchovné disciplíny, nebude trvať dlho a začneš chradnúť. Friedrich Nietzsche povedal: „Podstatnou vecou ‚na nebi i na zemi‘ je dlhodobá a jednosmerná poslušnosť.“ Ako kresťania kráčame cestou viery. A na tejto ceste musíme vytrvať. Otázka na zamyslenie: Ako sa môžeš vyhnúť apatii na svojej ceste s Pánom? Greg Laurie

Pain can deepen us. It can make us more compassionate, thoughtful, and ready to care for others walking through their own valleys.In Part 1 of Greg Laurie's conversation with Chuck Swindoll, they talk candidly about grief, calling, preaching, and the lessons God teaches through it all. Watch the rest of this episode on The Greg Laurie Show. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pain can deepen us. It can make us more compassionate, thoughtful, and ready to care for others walking through their own valleys.In Part 1 of Greg Laurie's conversation with Chuck Swindoll, they talk candidly about grief, calling, preaching, and the lessons God teaches through it all. Watch the rest of this episode on The Greg Laurie Show. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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„Ježiš mu však povedal: Kto položí ruku na pluh a obzerá sa späť, nehodí sa pre kráľovstvo Božie.“ Evanjelium podľa Lukáša 9:62 Bohu stačila jedna noc, aby vyviedol Izrael z Egypta. Trvalo však štyridsať rokov, kým dostal Egypt z Izraela. Izraelci sa totiž neustále obzerali späť. Keď sa dozvedeli, že zasľúbenú zem obývajú obri, „Proti Mojžišovi a Áronovi reptali všetci Izraelci a celý tábor im hovoril: Kiežby sme boli pomreli v Egypte alebo na tejto púšti; kiežby sme boli pomreli! Prečo nás vedie Hospodin do tejto krajiny? Aby sme padli mečom a aby sa naše ženy a deti stali korisťou? Nebolo by pre nás lepšie vrátiť sa do Egypta? A jeden druhému hovorili: Ustanovme si vodcu a vráťme sa do Egypta!“ (4M 14:2–4). Niektorí kresťania majú k životu podobný prístup. Stále sa obzerajú späť. Hovoria: „Spomeň si na staré dobré časy – vieš, predtým, než som sa stal kresťanom. Človeče, to boli párty! Tak sme sa bavili!“ Naozaj? Boli to skutočne dobré časy? Boli tie dni naozaj také dobré, ako sa teraz zdajú? Alebo je spomienka na ne trochu skreslená? Zabudli títo veriaci na prázdnotu? Zabudli na skľúčenosť? Zabudli na dôsledky svojich rozhodnutí? Zabudli na tupú bolesť hlboko vo vnútri? Zabudli na spúšť, ktorú ich činy spôsobili ich rodinám? Na tieto veci často pohodlne zabúdajú a pamätajú si len niekoľko príjemných chvíľ, ktoré vtedy zažili. Presne to robili Izraelci. Neustále sa obzerali späť. Skôr než ich však budeme súdiť, uvedomme si, že my sami často robíme to isté. Preto Ježiš povedal: „Kto položí ruku na pluh a obzerá sa späť, nehodí sa pre kráľovstvo Božie.“ (L 9:62) Učeníctvo je orientované dopredu. Bejzbalista Satchel Paige raz povedal: „Neobzeraj sa späť. Niečo ťa môže dobehnúť.“ V jeho slovách je duchovná pravda. Niekedy môže obzeranie sa späť prebudiť staré strachy a obavy. Môže spôsobiť, že zabudneš, čo Boh urobil v tvojom živote. Môže ťa pripraviť o sústredenie sa na to, čo má Boh pre teba pripravené. Pohľad späť je často spôsobom úniku do bezpečnejšieho a známejšieho časopriestoru. Musíme si však pamätať, že Boh je našim útočiskom. A plán, ktorý pre nás má, je rovnako istý ako čokoľvek v našej minulosti. Boh vždy požehnáva a odmeňuje duchovné napredovanie. Nemôžeš žiť v dvoch svetoch. Nemôžeš ísť vpred, keď sa pozeráš späť. A nemôžeš duchovne napredovať, ak sa stále obzeráš cez plece. Učeníci sú povolaní meniť svet, nie nechať sa meniť svetom. Tí, ktorí menia svet, vidia príležitosti; tí, ktorých mení svet, vidia prekážky. Tí, ktorí menia svet, vidia mosty; tí, ktorých mení svet, vidia múry. Je to všetko o perspektíve. Uisti sa, že zostaneš sústredený na to, čo je pred tebou. Otázka na zamyslenie: Ako si môžeš udržať duchovné zameranie na to, čo je pred tebou, namiesto toho, čo je za tebou? Greg Laurie

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„Alebo či neviete, že vaše telo je chrámom Ducha Svätého, ktorý je vo vás, ktorého máte od Boha, a že nie ste sami svoji? Veď veľmi draho ste boli kúpení! Oslávte teda Boha svojím telom i svojím duchom, čo oboje náleží Bohu.“ Prvý list Korintským 6:19–20 Občas mám pocit, že moja GPS navigácia má vlastnú hlavu. Jazdím po diaľnici a smerujem na miesto, kde som ešte nikdy nebol, keď mi zrazu povie, aby som na najbližšom zjazde odbočil doprava. Nedáva to zmysel, ale odbočím doprava. Potom mi povie, aby som odbočil doľava, tak odbočím doľava. A napokon ma zavedie späť na diaľnicu. O čo vlastne išlo? Vôbec to nedáva zmysel. Pán dal Izraelcom úžasný navigačný systém: oheň v noci a oblak cez deň. Bolo to veľmi jednoduché. Keď sa oblak pohol, pohli sa aj oni. Keď sa oblak zastavil, zastavili sa aj oni. V noci, keď sa pohol oheň, pohli sa aj oni. Keď sa oheň zastavil, zastavili sa aj oni. Možno máme pokušenie pomyslieť si: „Kiež by som mal také jasné vedenie, pretože často neviem, čo mám robiť alebo kam mám ísť.“ Ale ako veriaci v rámci Novej zmluvy máme niečo lepšie než oblak alebo oheň. Máme samotného Krista, ktorý žije v našich srdciach. Každý z nás, kto verí v Ježiša Krista, má v sebe Boha. Nepotrebujeme oheň na oblohe. Máme vo svojom živote oheň Ducha Svätého, ktorý nám dáva silu robiť to, k čomu nás Boh povolal. Ako veriaci nie sme pánmi svojho osudu. Nemáme úplnú kontrolu nad svojou duchovnou cestou. Apoštol Pavol napísal: „Alebo či neviete, že vaše telo je chrámom Ducha Svätého, ktorý je vo vás, ktorého máte od Boha, a že nie ste sami svoji? Veď veľmi draho ste boli kúpení! Oslávte teda Boha svojím telom i svojím duchom, čo oboje náleží Bohu.“ (1K 6:19–20) Pán nás povedie cestou, ktorou chce, aby sme išli. Niekedy nám Jeho vôľa nebude dávať zmysel. Niekedy sa môže zdať, akoby sa Boh snažil zničiť všetku našu radosť. Časom si však uvedomíme, že Boh od začiatku vedel, čo robí. Na rozdiel od GPS navigácie si v tomto živote nemôžeme jednoducho zadať cieľové súradnice. Je to preto, že nemáme tušenie, kam nás Boh povedie. Nezastaví nás to však v plánovaní. Môžeme sa pokúšať určiť miesto, kde by sme chceli skončiť alebo kde plánujeme skončiť. Ako však hovorí staré židovské príslovie: „Človek plánuje a Boh sa smeje.“ Príslovia 19:21 to vyjadrujú takto: „Je veľa myšlienok v srdci človeka, ale rada Hospodinova sa uskutoční.“ GPS navigácie nemajú vždy pravdu, ale Boh áno. Božia cesta je vždy tá správna. Otázka na zamyslenie: Ako môžeš dôverovať Božej ceste, aj keď ti nedáva zmysel? Greg Laurie

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„Choďte teda, čiňte mi učeníkmi všetky národy, krstiac ich v meno Otca i Syna i Ducha Svätého a učiac ich zachovávať všetko, čokoľvek som vám prikázal. Ajhľa, ja som s vami po všetky dni, až do konca sveta. Amen.“ Evanjelium podľa Matúša 28:19–20 Ako kresťania sa musíme nielen snažiť získať ľudí pre Ježiša Krista, ale aj pomáhať im postaviť sa na duchovné nohy, aby mohli napredovať vo svojom vzťahu s Ním. Sme povolaní ľudí nielen obrátiť, ale z nich aj činiť učeníkov. Ježiš povedal: „Choďte teda, čiňte mi učeníkmi všetky národy, krstiac ich v meno Otca i Syna i Ducha Svätého a učiac ich zachovávať všetko, čokoľvek som vám prikázal. Ajhľa, ja som s vami po všetky dni, až do konca sveta. Amen.“(Mt 28:19–2) V určitom bode sme oddelili evanjelizáciu od učeníctva. Boh však chce, aby sme ľudí nielen privádzali ku Kristovi, ale aby sme im aj pomáhali postaviť sa na duchovné nohy. Som veľmi vďačný, že mi Boh priviedol do života takého človeka. Krátko po tom, čo som odovzdal svoj život Kristovi, som nepoznal veľa kresťanov. Nevedel som sa aklimatizovať. Bol som v tej rozpačitej fáze, keď som sa necítil úplne pohodlne medzi kresťanmi, ale zároveň som sa už nechcel stretávať so svojimi starými priateľmi. Jedného dňa ku mne prišiel chalan menom Mark a predstavil sa mi. Vzal ma do kostola a zoznámil ma s ostatnými kresťanmi. Povedal mi, čo mám čítať, a vysvetlil mi, čo to znamená. Mal som nespočetne veľa otázok a on mi všetko trpezlivo vysvetľoval. Pomohol mi prejsť zmenou a pozitívne ovplyvnil môj život. Každý kresťan môže v živote nového veriaceho zohrávať podobnú úlohu. Niektorým ľuďom sa táto predstava môže zdať desivá, pretože sa necítia pripravení viesť iných. Presviedčajú sami seba, že je to úloha pre „odborníkov“, pričom si neuvedomujú, že práve oni sú tými odborníkmi, ktorých Boh vystrojil na to, aby túto zodpovednosť niesli. Kľúčom je otvorenosť. Novému veriacemu môžeš namiesto idealizovaných (a nereálnych) predstáv o kresťanskom živote, predstaviť jeho realitu. Môžeš mu ukázať zápasy, prekážky aj víťazstvá – veľké i malé – ktoré pramenia z času stráveného v Božom slove, z pravidelnej modlitby, zo zdieľania viery s ostatnými a z každodenných rozhodnutí, ktoré ctia Boha. Možno ťa Boh nepovolal, aby si bol kazateľom alebo viedol chvály, ale môžeš byť priateľom človeka, ktorý sa nedávno rozhodol odovzdať svoj život Kristovi. Môžeš s ním tráviť čas. Môžeš mu ukázať, ako žije verný kresťan v reálnom svete. Otázka na zamyslenie: Ako môžeš pomôcť novému veriacemu pochopiť, čo znamená žiť pre Krista? Greg Laurie

Are Harvest Crusades still relevant in today's culture, or are they a thing of the past? In this episode, Greg Laurie explains why these large-scale evangelistic events remain as effective as ever—whether people attend in person or online—and why Christians play a vital role in helping others hear the gospel through them. Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you watch online! — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Harvest Crusades still relevant in today's culture, or are they a thing of the past? In this episode, Greg Laurie explains why these large-scale evangelistic events remain as effective as ever—whether people attend in person or online—and why Christians play a vital role in helping others hear the gospel through them. Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you watch online! — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus MinistriesToday's Message: "When Faithfulness Feels Forgotten"Speaker: Lee Arnold LiveScripture: Jeremiah 45:1–5Have you ever thought, "Lord, I've been faithful... so why does it feel like everyone else is getting aheadexcept me?" Jeremiah 45 is the shortest chapter in the book, but it contains a powerful lesson for anyone who feelsoverlooked, discouraged, or forgotten. It centers on Baruch, Jeremiah's behind-the-scenes secretary. After years of faithful service, Baruch hit a breaking point amid national collapse. God met his discouragement byexposing his heart: "Do you seek great things for yourself? Seek them not." God wasn't rebuking success; He was rebuking self-centered ambition. Sometimes God's greatest blessing is teaching usthat His glory is greater than our recognition.Key Takeaways & ReflectionVisibility vs. Significance: God notices the vital work done behind the scenes. Heaven's Hall of Fame isfilled with people most have never heard of.Faithful People Get Discouraged: Discouragement isn't proof you are outside God's will; sometimes itmeans you are right in the middle of it.Success is Obedience: Kingdom success is measured by obedience, not earthly applause or results.The Ultimate Reward: The greatest reward for serving God is not what He gives us—it is God Himself.Questions to Ask: What area am I refusing to surrender? Am I mistaking God's patience for Hispermission? If God removed everything except Himself, would He still be enough?Our mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with discernment, obedience, andunwavering trust in God. Led by Lee and Jaclyn Arnold, we teach God's Word with clarity andconviction, challenging believers to surrender fully to His will.Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026Dates: October 2–3, 2026 | Spokane, WashingtonJoin thousands of believers for powerful worship and biblical teaching. Featuring: Dennis Quaid, Greg Laurie,Ray Comfort, Nick Vujicic, Rob McCoy, Crystal Evans Hurst, John Amanchukwu, Allie Beth Stuckey, DavidNasser, Tedashii, Bryce Crawford, Brilyn Hollyhand, Travis Rosen, Hannah Gronowski Barnett, Lecrae, JosiahQueen, and Rend Collective.Center. Tickets & Info: BB4J.comSupport the Mission: Give online at BeBold4Jesus.org#BeBoldForJesus #Jeremiah45 #WhenFaithfulnessFeelsForgotten #LeeArnold #Obedience #SpokaneWA #BB4J2026#GregLaurie #DennisQuaid #Lecrae #JosiahQueen #ChristianConference

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Tựa Đề: Chằng Hề Có Phi Thường Đến Thế; Tác Giả: Greg Laurie; Loạt Bài: Gây Dựng Niềm Tin

Tựa Đề: Khoản Đầu Tư Khôn Ngoan Nhất; Tác Giả: Greg Laurie; Loạt Bài: Gây Dựng Niềm Tin

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Join us for the Harvest Crusade 2026 on July 11 at Angel Stadium! This one‑night event is free to attend in person and will also be streamed LIVE at harvest.org. This event features today’s leading worship artists, like Phil Wickham, Michael W. Smith, and more. Plus—a powerful gospel presentation from Greg Laurie. Sign up to be the first to receive event updates—including upcoming ticket information.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join us for the Harvest Crusade 2026 on July 11 at Angel Stadium! This one‑night event is free to attend in person and will also be streamed LIVE at harvest.org. This event features today’s leading worship artists, like Phil Wickham, Michael W. Smith, and more. Plus—a powerful gospel presentation from Greg Laurie. Sign up to be the first to receive event updates—including upcoming ticket information.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of the Straight White American Jesus Sunday Interview, host Leah Payne speaks with journalist Sam Kestenbaum about his reporting on celebrity pastor culture and the rise of the “hype priest.” The conversation centers on Kestenbaum's widely discussed profile of Judah Smith, a “pastor-to-the-stars” connected to figures like Justin Bieber, and expands into a broader analysis of how millennial pastors have fused evangelical preaching with aesthetics, branding, and media performance. Sam Kestenbaum is a journalist who covers religion in America, known for his deeply reported and stylistically distinctive profiles of contemporary spiritual figures. Based in Los Angeles, his work has appeared in The New York Times, Harper's Magazine, Rolling Stone, and beyond, where he examines the intersections of faith, politics, and culture. Together, Payne and Kestenbaum explore the Churchome experience in Los Angeles, pop-up worship in rented theaters, a creative-class audience, and a ministry shaped as much by production value and performance as by theology. They discuss how presentation - from clothing to sermon delivery - functions as a form of religious communication, as well as how figures like Judah Smith navigate political polarization by shifting toward a more therapeutic, individualized message. The conversation also maps a wider ecosystem of charismatic influencers, including those who lean more explicitly into conservative politics, and situates today's media-savvy pastors within a longer lineage of charismatic power brokers shaping American public life. In This Episode Sam Kestenbaum's profile of Judah Smith and the rise of the “hype priest” The Churchome model: pop-up churches, celebrity culture, and Los Angeles creatives Aesthetics, authenticity, and performance in contemporary evangelical preaching The influence of Black Pentecostal styles on white charismatic leaders Why some celebrity pastors avoid overt political alignment The next generation: influencers, revival tours, and conservative media ecosystems Figures like Greg Laurie and Bryce Crawford in the broader charismatic landscape The enduring influence of leaders like Che Ahn and the question of political power Links: Sam Kestenbaum's website: https://samkestenbaum.com/ “The Hype Priest Who Rode the Bieber Wave: Judah Smith's message of grace earned him many famous followers. Is he out of step with other Evangelicals?” (Vulture / New York Magazine): https://www.vulture.com/article/judah-smith-church-pastor-justin-bieber.html  “The Demon Slayers: the New Age of American Exorcisms” (on Greg Locke, Harper's Magazine): https://harpers.org/archive/2024/08/the-demon-slayers-sam-kestenbaum-exorcisms/  “‘I Think All the Christians Get Slaughtered': Inside the MAGA Road Show Barnstorming America” (on Clay Clark, Rolling Stone): https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/clay-clark-reawaken-america-maga-tour-trump-1234594574/  Find Sam Kestenbaum at https://samkestenbaum.com/ Find Dr. Leah Payne at drleahpayne.com , subscribe on Substack, follow her on most social media platforms at @drleahpayne, listen along at Spirit & Power: Charismatics & Politics in American Life and Rock that Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Rock, and read along: God Gave Rock and Roll to You: A History of Contemporary Christian Music. Subscribe for $3.65: ⁠https://axismundi.supercast.com/⁠ Subscribe to our free newsletter: ⁠https://swaj.substack.com/⁠ Order American Caesar by Brad Onishi: ⁠https://static.macmillan.com/static/essentials/american-caesar-9781250427922/⁠ Donate to SWAJ: https://axismundi.supercast.com/donations/new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices