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God has given us one book that can change the entire direction of our lives: the Bible. In this episode of Journeying Through Scriptures, host Scott Pauley takes a big-picture look at the short but powerful Old Testament book of Habakkuk, tracing its message in the context of Judah's looming captivity by Babylon and exploring how faith governs every area of life. Scott explains the historical setting—Israel's enemies and the coming Babylonian judgment—and introduces Habakkuk (whose name means "Embracer") as a godly prophet wrestling with difficult questions. The episode centers on the book's key verse, Habakkuk 2:4 ("the just shall live by his faith"), and highlights how that truth reverberates through the New Testament (Romans, Galatians, Hebrews) and fueled the Reformation. Listeners will hear the book's spiritual progression: a sob of lament (chapter 1), a vision and call to patient waiting (chapter 2), and a climactic prayer-song of trust (chapter 3). Scott draws practical lessons: bring burdens to God in prayer, wait on the Lord, rehearse God's character, and choose to rejoice even when circumstances remain unchanged. He points out how Christ's presence and justification by faith are seen throughout Habakkuk. The episode offers encouragement for anyone facing unanswered questions or national and personal crises—faith is the bridge from sorrow to praise. Scott also reminds listeners that the Word of God is meant to be walked through daily and points to ETJ's online resources at etj.bible, where you can find book-by-book study aids to enrich personal Bible reading. Expect thoughtful exposition, pastoral application, and a pastoral call to live by faith: talk to God, wait on His timing, and choose rejoicing. Join Scott Pauley as he moves from lament to worship and invites you to let God's Word restore your song. Join our study through Scripture this year. Find resources for every book of the Bible at enjoyingthejourney.org/journey-through-scripture/ Whether you're a new believer or have walked with the Lord for years, you'll find thousands of free devotionals, Bible studies, audio series, and Scripture tools designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of the Bible, and help you stay rooted in the Word of God. Explore now at EnjoyingTheJourney.org. Extend the Work Enjoying the Journey provides every resource for free worldwide. If you would like to help extend this Bible teaching, you may give at enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/
I'm delighted to have you joining us around Greatheart's Table. Who are “us?” Many of us are pastors, doing what we believe, or once believed, God has called us to do. Many of us are not, but find that the realities that pastors face, realities addressed here, are true across many life situations. Many callings, including that of the pastor, involve drudgery, and sometimes difficult times of conflict. Instead of becoming Habakkuk's contented deer on high places, we want to run, to flee, to find any other thing to do but this. It's into this world, once again, I am inviting fellow pastor Adam Tisdale, to speak a word of joy. I hope you find encouragement here to remember why you do what you do. We encourage you to also subscribe to our newsletter where, on third Mondays and at other times there may be additional content. You can do so here. You can help support this podcast by supporting us on Patreon. You can do so here. EPISODE NOTES Notes and resources relevant to this episode: Adam’s Substack Double the Joy Podcast music provided by Cool Hand Luke and used with permission.Intro: “Holy Vanguard” / LyricsOutro: “Wonder Tour” / Lyrics / Video To find our more about Greatheart's Table, visit us here.
Why does the Christian life often feel like a war within? This message from Romans 7:7–25 exposes the reality of the believer's internal battle with sin—a battle God's Law reveals but cannot resolve. Drawing on the rich biblical concept of emunah—steadfast, enduring faithfulness (of God)—this sermon shows why this is a battle you cannot win through effort, a battle you cannot ultimately lose because of Christ, and a battle you must never forget while you live in the flesh. With connections to Moses' steady hands (because of God), Habakkuk's call to live by faith, and Paul's declaration of union with Christ, this message anchors weary believers in the unshakable hope of Jesus' finished work.What you'll learn:· Why God's good and holy Law actually intensifies our awareness of sin· What Paul means when he describes doing the very things he hates· How the Hebrew word “emunah” reframes faith as steady endurance given by God· Why the Christian life is simultaneously marked by struggle and secured victory· Where true deliverance is found when your strength and resolve inevitably failSupport our mission and learn more atwww.alloflife.churchGive to the work of the gospel herewww.alloflife.churchcenter.com/giving
This sermon explores the honest questions of Habakkuk, meeting our doubts about injustice and unanswered prayers. It shows how God welcomes real conversations and invites us to trust Him even when His ways are confusing. In the end, we're called to a resilient faith that can still say, “Yet I will rejoice.”
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Habakkuk: When Chaos Rules the LandPart 3: Remember and RejoiceWhen God doesn’t seem to address our problems or answer our prayers, it can be difficult to know how to continue on in faith. But the story of Habakkuk offers a picture of hope in the midst of a hopeless situation. If you continue to trust God through times like that, he will eventually show you his glory.
What do you do when your prayers feel unanswered and God seems silent?In this powerful message, When Faith Argues, we walk through the honest conversation between the prophet Book of Habakkuk and God. Habakkuk doesn't begin with praise—he begins with questions. He sees violence, injustice, and corruption and asks, “God, why are You allowing this?”And God's answer? It wasn't what he expected.This sermon explores what it means to trust God without fully understanding Him. Faith is not always quiet. Faith wrestles. Faith waits. Faith stays. Through passages like Habakkuk 2:4 and 3:17–19, we discover that real faith doesn't always get explanations—but it does get assurance.If you've ever prayed and felt confused, obeyed and still felt pain, or believed while battling doubt, this message is for you.You don't have to silence your questions—just anchor them in trust.For those times when you feel like you can't even...grab Midweek Refill.Join us LIVE Sundays at 9 & 11 AM
In this week's sermon from Habakkuk in our Story of Redemption series, we looked at what it means to trust God enough to be honest about our confusion and doubt. Following Habakkuk's journey from the desperate cry, "How long?" to the declaration, "Yet I will rejoice," we were reminded that faith is not the absence of doubt but the courage to bring our questions into our covenant relationship with God. We saw that God's kindness is not always expressed through quick relief, but through His faithful presence. Because of this, we were encouraged that we do not have to clean up our questions or rush our grief in order to draw near to Him. We can bring our disappointment, our doubt, and even our frustration into His presence, trusting that He is at work in ways we cannot yet see.
Today's readings: Psalms 37:1-42; Habakkuk 3:1-18; Philippians 3:12–21; John 17:1–8
Today Pastor Jeff is preaching about waiting on God, from the book of Habakkuk. It's part of the 'Blessed Life' series. Most of us have come to a point in our life ?' frustrated by waiting on answers from God. Or we're waiting but don't know what the Lord's will is. In this message Pastor Jeff is looking at Habakkuk and his back and forth dialogue with God.Support the show: https://www.oneandall.church/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's something truly amazing about what Jesus has done for us. He didn't have to come to this earth or experience the suffering we face. He didn't have to take our place on the cross, but He chose to. Jesus willingly sacrificed Himself for all who believe in Him and confess Him as the Son of God. Today, Pastor Ken wants you to know that you can become part of God's family, too. You don't have to face this world alone, because the Savior of the universe desires a personal relationship with you.
Join Pastor Jeff as he talks about Faith Question 15 and how sin separates us from a holy God. We'll learn how God's law shows us His design for living and points us back to a close relationship with Him. Habakkuk 1:13a "Your eyes are too pure to look on evil, and you cannot tolerate wrongdoing."
In a world full of noise, how do you hear the still, small voice of God? Drawing from the prophet Habakkuk's commitment to "stand the watch," this message explores the necessity of separation, the power of writing your vision down, and the discipline required to run the race with purpose.
If you knew something terrible was about to happen, a natural disaster or a public accident, wouldn't you do everything in your power to warn people and help save them? Many have heard of the rapture, but few truly understand what comes afterward. That's why in today's message, Pastor Ken urges you to share the gospel with the world, to encourage them to be saved, and let people know that time is short. A day is coming when it will be too late to warn others, and no one wants to be left behind.
We continue our "Vision" series with Roger Morris teaching from Habakkuk 2:1–4 that you should ask God for your kingdom assignment, expect Him to answer, and then write the vision and make it plain. He explains that Habakkuk became frustrated and anxious about his circumstances, but his perspective changed through faith as he wrote the vision and looked ahead by faith even before anything changed. Roger emphasizes that you have been translated from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of God's Son, so your life now includes a kingdom assignment on Earth, and you should set an "appointed time" (an appointment) with God to seek that vision. He teaches that delays often come from you, not God, and that fear and anxiety are from the enemy, while faith is how you move forward. Roger defines imagination as the ability to see what is not physically present and connects hope to a positive imagination—a blueprint for what you want in life—illustrating with personal stories about dreaming for a home, and God providing needs and desires like appliances and a large TV through reward points. The message includes encouragement that God is not mad or disappointed in you, and it closes with an invitation to make Jesus Lord, a salvation prayer, and directions to connect with Bill & Roger at billandroger.com for events, the store, YouTube messages, and partnership support. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Kingdom Assignment: You've Been Translated—Now Ask for Your Vision 00:23 Welcome + Why You Need Your Bible (and a Funny 'Job' Story) 03:10 Habakkuk's Frustration to Faith: The Setup for 'Write the Vision' 04:09 Habakkuk 2:1–3 — God Answers When You Ask 05:58 'Write the Vision': Seeing It in Your Imagination & Kingdom Purpose 08:15 The 'Appointed Time' (Moed): Make an Appointment with God 10:52 When Vision 'Tarries': Faith, Tradition, and What 'Wait on the Lord' Means 15:22 Your Self-Talk Shapes Your Life: God Isn't Mad at You 17:32 Fear vs. Faith: Anxiety, Thoughts, and Guarding Your Mind 18:47 Hope as Positive Imagination: Blueprints, Dreams, and the House Testimony 25:20 Invitation: Make Jesus Lord (Prayer of Salvation) 26:42 Connect with the Ministry: Website, Events, Store, Subscribe & Partner 28:47 Final Encouragement: Live an Extraordinary Life Connect with Bill & Roger Ministries: www.billandroger.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064668460680
As Christians, we are called to be in the world, but not of it. Yet many believers still find themselves in situations they have no business being in, through the media we consume or the social environments we place ourselves in. When we spend too much time in worldly spaces or constantly consume secular content, we become more susceptible to temptation and, over time, desensitized to sin. That's why in today's message, Pastor Ron reminds you to stay grounded in the Lord, even while living in the world.
In this message, Pastor Jentezen Franklin continues the series on The Power of Short Prayers, and shares how concise yet sincere prayers can open doors to remarkable change in your life. Using Matthew 6, Habakkuk 3, biblical examples like the thief on the cross, and stories of urgency in prayer, he emphasizes that God responds to passionate, purposeful cries with healing, family restoration, salvation, and breakthrough in every area.Let us pray with you:https://jentezenfranklin.org/prayerSee our outreach programs:https://jentezenfranklin.org/outreachStay connected with Free Chapel:Instagram: https://instagram.com/freechapelFacebook: https://facebook.com/freechapelApp: https://freechapel.org/appStay connected with Jentezen Franklin:YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jentezenfranklinmediaInstagram: https://instagram.com/jentezenTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/jentezenFacebook: https://facebook.com/JentezenFranklinApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jentezen-franklin-at-free-chapel/id506354054Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7o0QPCGh5T79jMptpJPTloDonate to help us share the gospel around the world through Kingdom Connection broadcasts and other humanitarian outreaches: https://jentezenfranklin.org/donations/new?cid=s
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Series: Minor Prophets-Nahum Habakkuk ZephaniahService: Sun PM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Bill Sanchez
Water into Wine - Jesus' First Miracle (Sermon Series on John) - Sunday, 15th February 2026[Episode 9 - John Chapter 2 KJV]Proverbs 20:1 “Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging, and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.”Isaiah 5:11: “Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink; that continue until night, till wine inflame them!”Isaiah 28:7 “But they also have erred through wine, and through strong drink are out of the way.”Proverbs 31:4-5: “It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.”Isaiah 5:22: “Woe unto them that are mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink.”Leviticus 10:9 (a command to priests): “Do not drink wine nor strong drink, thou, nor thy sons with thee, when ye go into the tabernacle of the congregation, lest ye die.”Habakkuk 2:15: “Woe unto him that giveth his neighbour drink, that puttest thy bottle to him, and makest him drunken also.”If we stood at a table with biblical wine, modern wine, and modern spirits, we'd see a progression of strength. Biblical wine—often diluted—was gentle, maybe 5 to 10 percent( strong drink, diluted 3%). Today's wine, undiluted, stands around 12 to 15 percent, a bit bolder. And then, modern spirits—like vodka at 40 percent—tower over them both. In essence, what began as a mild companion to daily life has evolved into something that demands respect, moderation, and a designated driver1. They have no wine! John 2:1-3 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage. And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.2. What have I to do with you mother?John 2:4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.3. My hour is not yet come.John 2:4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.4. Do what ever He says.John 2:5 His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.5. The miracleJohn 2:6-8 And there were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins apiece. Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim. And he saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare it.6. His disciples believed on Him.John 2:11 This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.
Week 1 of our Build series is a wake-up call from the prophet Haggai: “The time has not come… the LORD's house should be built.” And God's response is blunt—“Consider your ways.” Because when we keep postponing God to build our own comforts, we discover that more money, more stuff, and more success still can't satisfy the hunger underneath it all.This message confronts procrastination and misplaced priorities—and then casts a clear Vision Sunday picture of what we're building at Freedom Church DC: not property for property's sake, but a house with purpose—a place where heaven meets earth and people encounter God. From Jacob's “house of God” moment, to the tabernacle, to Solomon's temple, to Jesus cleansing the temple, we're reminded: the house isn't defined by construction—it's defined by purpose.And the vision is simple and strong: the church doesn't have a mission; the mission has a church. We are here to seek and save the lost, make disciples, and multiply gospel presence across the DC metro—through small groups, preaching points, and church-planting momentum. This is a call to stop living for “my house” alone and to put on a hard hat with God's people: it's time to build God's house.Scriptures referenced (as used in the sermon)Haggai 1:1–9 Romans 13:11Matthew 19:21 Exodus 25:8 Habakkuk 2:22 Chronicles 6 Psalm 127 (“unless the LORD builds…”) Key takeaways:Time moves—so what are we building with it? Self-first living always comes up empty. God's house is about purpose, not property. We're building people—and God builds His church.
Frame Your Future | Morning Coffee with Jesus ☕Your future isn't random—it's being framed right now.In today's episode of Morning Coffee with Jesus, we're talking about what it really means to frame your future. The way you think, speak, and focus matters more than you may realize. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged by past failures, this conversation is for you.We'll look at how God's Word gives clarity, direction, and peace when life feels heavy—and why committing your plans to the Lord changes everything. Through practical examples and biblical truth, you'll be encouraged to release what you were never meant to carry and trust God with what's ahead.
A brief overview of the section of Habakkuk that will be discussed during the zoom bible study session happening on Tuesday nights.
The prophet Habakkuk desperately sought the Lord, hoping that the injustice in the land would be remedied. The prophet's prayer received a startling response: the country was going to be invaded. In this message, Pastor Lutzer encourages us to trust God amid disaster. Let's praise God because He has everything under control. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111
The prophet Habakkuk desperately sought the Lord, hoping that the injustice in the land would be remedied. The prophet's prayer received a startling response: the country was going to be invaded. In this message, Pastor Lutzer encourages us to trust God amid disaster. Let's praise God because He has everything under control. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/ SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/
“Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.” (Psalm 3:2) The word Selah occurs 74 times in the Bible (three of which are in the prophetic psalm of Habakkuk, with the other 71 in t... More...
“Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.” (Psalm 3:2) The word Selah occurs 74 times in the Bible (three of which are in the prophetic psalm of Habakkuk... More...
In this message, Pastor Jake continues our series through the book of Revelation, unpacking Revelation 6:12–17 and Revelation 7 to answer a crucial question raised at the end of chapter 6:“For the great day of their wrath has come, and who can withstand it?” (Revelation 6:17)Revelation 7 serves as a powerful interlude between the sixth and seventh seals, revealing:The 144,000 servants of God, sealed on their foreheads (Revelation 7:1–8)A great multitude that no one could count, from “every nation, tribe, people and language” standing before the throne and before the Lamb (Revelation 7:9–10)In this sermon, we explore:How the seven seals, seven trumpets, and seven bowls each describe the period between Christ's first and second comings from different angles (Revelation 6–8; Revelation 8–11; Revelation 15–16)Why the New Testament describes the entire church age as tribulation, not only a brief period at the end (John 16:33; Acts 14:22; Romans 8:18–25)How God's judgment often looks like letting our false refuges fail (Romans 1:24–28; Galatians 6:7–8; Jeremiah 2:13)What it means to be sealed with the seal of the living God (Revelation 7:2–3; Ephesians 1:13–14; 2 Corinthians 1:21–22) in contrast to bearing the mark of the beast (Revelation 13:16–18)The symbolic meaning of the 144,000 and why this represents the fullness of God's people, not a limited ethnic subset (Revelation 7:4–8; Revelation 14:1–5)The connection between what John hears (the numbered 144,000) and what he sees (the uncountable multitude), and how both images point to the same redeemed people (Revelation 5:5–6; Revelation 7:4, 9)The contrast between those who hide from the face of God and the Lamb (Revelation 6:15–17) and those who stand before the throne in white robes (Revelation 7:9, 15)How our identity and allegiance—not our social status, politics, or tribal labels—determine whether we stand in the day of judgment (Philippians 3:7–11; Colossians 3:1–4; 1 Peter 2:9–10)We also meditate on the stunning promise given to those who belong to the Lamb:“Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst.The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd;He will lead them to springs of living water.And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”(Revelation 7:16–17)If you've ever prayed, “How long, Lord?” (Revelation 6:10; Psalm 13:1–2; Habakkuk 1:2), this message will call you out of hiding and back into your God-given destiny—to follow the Lamb, bear His mark, and stand in His righteousness, not your own (2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 5:1–2; Hebrews 10:19–23).
In this episode, Samuel Goulet teaches on biblical faithfulness, emphasizing that our ability to remain steady, obedient, and reliable flows first from God's own faithfulness toward us. Drawing from Habakkuk 2 and the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25), he explains that faithfulness is not driven by emotion or ambition, but by patient trust, endurance, and responsible stewardship of what God has given—whether much or little. Samuel highlights fear as one of the greatest obstacles to faithfulness, showing how fear sabotages obedience and intimacy with God, while perfect love casts it out. The message ultimately calls listeners to resist fear, remain rooted in God's ways rather than cultural pressures, and live lives marked by consistent, weight-bearing faith that reflects the character of Christ.
What does biblical vision really mean—and why does it matter for your life, family, and church? In this Vision Sunday message, we explore how God's vision brings clarity, alignment, and healthy pace, not pressure or burnout.Vision is not about personal ambition or creativity. According to Scripture, vision is divine revelation—seeing what God is saying now and aligning our lives accordingly.In this message, you'll learn:Why vision creates boundaries, not just movementHow lack of vision leads people to drift off missionWhy vision must be caught before it's taughtHow clarity produces alignment in hearts, families, and communitiesWhy God's vision always has a grace-filled paceHow to steward spiritual tensions without living in extremesWhat God is calling our church into next—and how it affects you personally
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This Sunday, we'll be absorbing the words of Habakkuk. This book contains one of the most honest conversations with God in all of Scripture. Habakkuk doesn't begin by speaking to the people for God; he begins by speaking to God for the people. He looks at violence, injustice, and moral confusion and brings his burden directly to the Lord. His opening words sound less like polished theology and more like a prayer that borders on a complaint: “How long, O Lord?” Habakkuk permits us to bring real questions into the presence of a real God and shows us that wrestling with God is not faithlessness, but faith that refuses shallow answers. The book unfolds in three movements. In chapter 1, Habakkuk voices his concern as he watches corruption thrive while God appears silent. In chapter 2, God responds, not with the explanation Habakkuk expects, but with a call to trust His sovereign purposes and timing. Right at the center of the book, we're given one of the most important statements in Scripture: “The righteous shall live by his faith.” That truth becomes the anchor when God's ways don't make sense, and His timing feels slow. Faith, we'll see, is not living by feelings or circumstances, but by trusting the character of God. Chapter 3 closes the book with a prayer set to music - a psalm of resolved trust. Habakkuk confesses that even if everything he depends on fails: “though the fig tree should not blossom...,” he will still rejoice in the Lord. His circumstances haven't changed, but his posture has. We'll see how God meets us in our questions, reshapes our hearts through waiting, and teaches us how to live not by sight, but by faith. I'm praying this text will steady and strengthen you wherever you find yourself in life.
Habakkuk: When Chaos Rules The Land - Part 1: The Burden of "Why?" What do you do when what you see with your eyes is so different than what you believe in your heart? This was Habakkuk's foundational challenge and it's something we all face at one point or another. In the moment when our faith and our eyes don't coincide, we have a choice to make. Habakkuk's choice points in the right direction.
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“Faith isn't trusting God when life makes sense — it's trusting Him when it doesn't.” In this message, Pastor David Grobler unpacks the tension of living by faith when God feels silent, justice feels delayed, and circumstances don't add up. Drawing from the book of Habakkuk, he shows that faith is not denial, hype, or blind optimism — it is deep trust in God's character when His ways are hidden. Habakkuk brings honest questions to God, and instead of being rebuked, he is invited into a bigger perspective. God does not remove the tension immediately, but He anchors His people in one unchanging truth: “The just shall live by faith.” This sermon challenges the idea that faith means quick answers or immediate relief. Instead, it calls believers to remain rooted in God when life is unresolved and outcomes are unclear.
Embrace God's Call On Your Life | Habakkuk 1:5“Look at the nations and watch— and be utterly amazed. For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told.” — Habakkuk 1:5 (NIV)In Part 2 of our vision series looking ahead to what God has for Riverview Christian in 2026, we're reminded that God is always at work—often in ways bigger than we can imagine. The question isn't if God is calling… it's whether we will embrace it.Every Christian is called. Every believer is gifted. And like Moses in Exodus 3, we often respond with, “Who am I?” But God's answer is the same today as it was then: “I will be with you.” Our calling isn't built on our confidence—it's built on His presence.As we look forward together, this sermon challenges each of us to move from hesitation to faith—and to trust that the Great “I AM” still sends, equips, and walks with His people.If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that God has called them too.#RiverviewChristian #Habakkuk1 #EmbraceTheCall #FaithInAction #ChurchVision #IAm #TrustGodThis week's message is from our Lead Pastor, John Letterman.Let's Connect: http://bit.ly/3XbRE9TFree Access To RightNow Media:https://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/rccreadingSocial Media:@riverviewchristian on Facebook and InstagramWebsite:riverviewchristian.churchSupport the show
Come hear how you can live by faith as we continue to hear from Habakkuk chapter 3 Abundant Life Foursquare Church: A Christ-centered church, specializing in marriage and family ministry, with something for everyone! http://alfc.us If you feel moved to respond to today’s message, please click here to tell us about how the Lord is working in your life. https://alfc.us/i-responded Giving and Service https://alfc.us/giving If you’re new to our church family, let us know you’re here: https://alfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/74/responses/new Like, Share, and Subscribe. #ALFC #Faith #Jesus #Savior #ChurchatHome #Hope
Habakkuk and Zephaniah: Our Wrestling & God's Response
Hope When You're in a Holding Pattern – waiting feels long, but it's not wasted. Holly walks through powerful Bible stories of long waits — Abraham & Sarah (25 years for a promise), Joseph (13 years in slavery & prison), David (15 years between anointing & throne) — and how God used those in-between seasons to build character, trust, and deeper faith.Scripture highlights: - Isaiah 40:31 — “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength” - Psalm 27:14 — “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart” - Habakkuk 2:3 — “Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come” - Lamentations 3:25 — “The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him”Real-life encouragement for Christian women today: - Waiting for a job, healing, relationship breakthrough, or answered prayer - How to keep hope alive when delays feel endless - Practical ways to stay anchored: naming a promise, speaking truth, gratitude in the small, resting in the “meanwhile”Perfect for anyone in the in-between, feeling stuck, or tempted to give up — hope is cultivated right here. Connect with Holly & She Lives Fearless- Instagram: @hollyanewton (daily encouragement & behind-the-scenes) - Website: shelivesfearless.com (show notes, devotionals, Rose & Kate jewelry) - Email Holly directly: holly@shelivesfearless.com — she reads every message - Join the email list for weekly episode notes & exclusives: shelivesfearless.com Thank you for being part of this community — your stories and prayers mean the world. #HopeInWaiting #CultivatingHope #ChristianHope #GodsTiming #WaitingOnGod #SheLivesFearless
We Got a Dream Again • Friday Service Website: www.PastorTodd.org To support this ministry: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Genesis 37:5 (NKJV) “Now Joseph had a dream, and he told it to his brothers; and they hated him even more.” Genesis 37:9 (NKJV) “Then he dreamed still another dream and told it to his brothers, and said, ‘Look, I have dreamed another dream. And this time, the sun, the moon, and the eleven stars bowed down to me.'” Genesis 50:20 (NKJV) “But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive.” Job 33:14–15 (NKJV) “For God may speak in one way, or in another, Yet man does not perceive it.In a dream, in a vision of the night, When deep sleep falls upon men, While slumbering on their beds,” Acts 2:17 (NKJV) “‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your young men shall see visions, Your old men shall dream dreams.'” Proverbs 29:18 (NKJV) “Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law.” Habakkuk 2:2–3 (NKJV) “Then the Lord answered me and said:‘Write the vision And make it plain on tablets, That he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; Because it will surely come, It will not tarry.'” Jeremiah 29:11 (NKJV) “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
"Look among the nations, and see; wonder and be astounded. For I am doing a work in your days that you would not believe if told." Habakkuk 1:5
Dr. Erwin Lutzer is pastor emeritus of The Moody Church where he served as the senior pastor for 36 years. He's the speaker on the Running to Win radio broadcast. Dr. Lutzer is also an award-winning author. Some of his titles include, We Will Not Be Silenced, The Eclipse of God, When a Nation Forgets God, One Minute After You Die and numerous other titles. He returned to Crosstalk to discuss his new book, Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers? Perhaps you've been in life situations in which you've prayed again and again over days, weeks, months or even years. You've claimed all the right Bible verses, yet it seems like your prayers are just hitting the ceiling or that God's simply not there, indifferent or does not care. If you've ever been in that situation, this Crosstalk is for you. Listen in as Dr. Lutzer explains how his latest book will point you back to Scripture so you can see how the heart of the reader can be turned from despair and despondency to hope and to trust. Points of discussion include: Does prayer really make a difference? What does Dr. Lutzer mean when he says that sometimes we claim promises that God did not make? Are we sometimes deceitful by offering prayers to avoid having to make changes in our lives concerning things that got us into our mess in the first place? What can we learn from Habakkuk, Abraham and Lot regarding prayer? Is an unanswered prayer an unheard prayer? How should we deal with the disappointment of unanswered prayer? Why does God give us so many needs and challenges?
Dr. Erwin Lutzer is pastor emeritus of The Moody Church where he served as the senior pastor for 36 years. He's the speaker on the Running to Win radio broadcast. Dr. Lutzer is also an award-winning author. Some of his titles include, We Will Not Be Silenced, The Eclipse of God, When a Nation Forgets God, One Minute After You Die and numerous other titles. He returned to Crosstalk to discuss his new book, Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers? Perhaps you've been in life situations in which you've prayed again and again over days, weeks, months or even years. You've claimed all the right Bible verses, yet it seems like your prayers are just hitting the ceiling or that God's simply not there, indifferent or does not care. If you've ever been in that situation, this Crosstalk is for you. Listen in as Dr. Lutzer explains how his latest book will point you back to Scripture so you can see how the heart of the reader can be turned from despair and despondency to hope and to trust. Points of discussion include: Does prayer really make a difference? What does Dr. Lutzer mean when he says that sometimes we claim promises that God did not make? Are we sometimes deceitful by offering prayers to avoid having to make changes in our lives concerning things that got us into our mess in the first place? What can we learn from Habakkuk, Abraham and Lot regarding prayer? Is an unanswered prayer an unheard prayer? How should we deal with the disappointment of unanswered prayer? Why does God give us so many needs and challenges?
A brief overview of the section of Habakkuk that will be discussed during the zoom bible study session happening on Tuesday nights.
Hey CBJ Family, Have you ever found that you've done everything right- prayed, waited, believed...and life still felt unfair? On today's epsiode part 2 in the series, Kelley and Taylor are speaking directly to those who love God deeply but feel quielty disappointed, frustrated, or confused when life feels unfair. If life feels unfair right now, it doesn't mean your faith si weak, it might mean you are human! Our family understands this personally. Kelley's mom battled Rhuematoid Arthritis. Kelley's dad faced a rare blood cancer diagnosis. Kelley has walked through breast cancer. Taylor has walked through dark times searching for her biological father. This episode is not theory, it's lived faith. If you've ever asked why suffering touches families, how to trust God during illness, or whether faith and grief can coexist, this conversation will meet you gently, honeslty, and biblically. Scriptures we ancho to include: Psalm 13:1-2, Habakkuk 1:2-3, Psalm 62:8, and Lamentations 3:31-33. You'll learn why unfaitness doesn't just hurt-it confuses, and why biblical faith doesn't deny disappointment, it brings it to God honeslty. If you're faithful and frustrated, you're not weak, you're growing. We pray that this epsiode blesses you and please hit the subscribe button on YouTube and follow us here on audio so you don't miss next week, part 3 in this series. FOLLOW THE SHOW ON INSTAGRAM @chosenbyJesuscbj Follow Kelley on Linkedin Next SHE RISES 8 week mentorship for women starts 3/9> JOIN US NOW! For even more ways to connect with us, go here >> www.kelleytyan21@gmail.com
How do you praise God when calamity is raging? The prophet Habakkuk's dialogs with God show a man wrestling with God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares two fundamental conclusions about God. Let's get to the heart of the prophet's complaint as we learn to truly praise during dark times. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/ SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/
Where is God amid injustice, exploitation, fraud, and pain? Habakkuk's ancient dialogue with God reveals how to trust God's hidden work. In this message, Pastor Lutzer guides us through Habakkuk's prayer, perplexity, his posture, and his praise amid disaster. Discover how to find unshakable joy even when life doesn't make sense. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/ SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/