Podcasts about Habakkuk

Even if God never gives you the outcomes you've been working toward or expecting? Would you still obey? That's the question at the center of this episode — and it's one that has been deeply personal in this season. Let's unpack what it truly looks like to remain obedient to your God-given assignment even if the outcomes look nothing like you're expecting. This isn't a message against building a thriving business. It's an invitation to examine where your hope is anchored — and whether you've been leaning on His understanding or your own. In This Episode: The "even if" defiance of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3:16–18 — and what their posture in the fire teaches us about obedience without guaranteed outcomes Why Proverbs 3:7 goes beyond what we typically take from this passage — and what it means to not be wise in your own eyes as a Christian entrepreneur Psalm 37:23–24 and 31 on what it means to have your steps established, ordered, and secured by the Lord — even when you fall The Isaiah 46 reminder that He alone carries, bears, and rescues — and how the idols of recognition, achievement, income, and stages cannot answer us or save us from our trouble The stunning parallel between Daniel 3 and Habakkuk 3:17–18 — and why "even if" appearing in both passages is no coincidence The difference between the world's promises and the Lord's promises — and how to find contentment and fulfillment in the assignment itself, regardless of the outcome Scripture References: Daniel 3:16–18 Proverbs 3:5–7 Psalm 37:23–24, 31 Isaiah 46:4, 7, 10–11 Habakkuk 3:17–18 Key Takeaway: God does not promise to save us from the fire — He promises to walk with us through it. As Christian entrepreneurs, we are not called to be obedient only when the outcomes match our expectations. We are called to obey because He is good, because His plan will take place, and because our steps are ordered by a God who already knows where they lead. The assignment was never about our gain. It was always about His glory — in the full seasons and the quiet ones alike. This week's reflection question:  Even if it doesn't look the way you expected — even if the book went nowhere, the stage led to nothing, the business didn't scale the way you planned — will you continue to be obedient to what He has given you? This episode could be a sister to last week's on misappropriating glory! Listen to that episode here. LET'S WORK TOGETHERAccountability, focus, a sounding board, and strategic insight are the key reasons my clients work with me, and I'd love to bring these to your business too! Schedule a complimentary call with me to explore working with me at https://erinharrigan.com/discoverycall GOT BOOKS?Learn about my books and get your copies at https://erinharrigan.com/booksFor signed copies, please contact support@erinharrigan.com If you have the book, help us reach more readers by leaving a review on Amazon! LET'S BE FRIENDS ON SOCIALLinkedIn: @erinharriganIG: @erindharrigan SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://youtube.com/@erinharrigan If this show brings you value, please give it a follow on  Apple Podcasts and leave a review. If you listen to Spotify, be sure to click the follow button and the notification bell so you don't miss an episode.

Habakkuk 3:8-19| June 14, 2026 | Pastor Leo BilykPastor Leo Bilyk is Teaching on Habakkuk 3:8-19 as a part of our study on the book of Habakkuk. We hope you are blessed and equipped by today's message.To find out more about Shorebreak Church or to partner financially, visit www.shorebreakchurch.comTo share your story or ask questions, contact aloha@shorebreakchurch.comMahalo for listening!

This message addresses the pervasive yet often unspoken struggle of doubt within the Christian life, distinguishing it from unbelief and emphasizing its dangerous potential to erode faith when left unexamined. It identifies doubt as a state of 'double-mindedness'—a tension between belief and unbelief—that manifests in spiritual instability, inner conflict, and a questioning of God's character, particularly His goodness, justice, and compassion. Drawing from biblical figures like Habakkuk, Job, and the man with the epileptic son, the message underscores that while intellectual confusion is natural, the core problem arises when doubt shifts from 'I don't understand' to 'I don't believe,' thereby challenging God's moral character and leading to spiritual hardening. The solution lies in recognizing doubt as a sin requiring repentance, actively returning to Scripture to reaffirm God's character, and cultivating a disciplined will to resist the temptation to argue with God, choosing instead humility, confession, and renewed trust.

Every worth-while journey has a "dip"—that heavy, exhausting valley between the excitement of a new start and the mastery of a deeper faith. In the finale of our Habakkuk series, Pastor Tom Kang shows how our prayers transform from a wrestling cry of "How long?" in the valley into a defiant song of worship.What do you do when you see a storm coming that you cannot stop? When you cannot read your future, you must learn to preach the past faithfulness of God to yourself. Discover how true biblical faith (Emunah) enables us to sing through chattering teeth—knowing that even if He does not rescue us from the fire, He promises to step into the furnace with us, turning our trembling feet into the feet of a deer to tread upon new heights.

Habakkuk 3:1-15

When Stu was learning to hunt with his friend Kyle, he had to do something hard — sit quietly and trust someone who knew what they were doing, even when he didn't understand what was happening or why.Stu unpacks Habakkuk 1:12–2:1, his next round of complaint to God. How can a holy God use an evil nation like Babylon to bring justice? God doesn't give Habakkuk a neat answer. He gives him something harder: faith. And Stu traces that same pattern all the way to the cross, where the worst evil in human history became the means of the world's salvation.Part of the Living by Faith series through the book of Habakkuk.

Habakkuk 3:1-19 1 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, Lord.Repeat them in our day, in our time make them known; in wrath remember mercy. 3God came from Teman, the Holy One from Mount Paran.His glory covered the heavens and his praise filled the earth.4 His splendor was like the sunrise; rays flashed from his hand, where his power was hidden.5Plague went before him; pestilence followed his steps.6He stood, and shook the earth; he looked, and made the nations tremble.The ancient mountains crumbled and the age-old hills collapsed but he marches on forever.7I saw the tents of Cushan in distress, the dwellings of Midian in anguish. 8Were you angry with the rivers, Lord? Was your wrath against the streams?Did you rage against the sea when you rode your horses and your chariots to victory?9You uncovered your bow, you called for many arrows.You split the earth with rivers;10 the mountains saw you and writhed.Torrents of water swept by; the deep roared and lifted its waves on high. 11Sun and moon stood still in the heavens at the glint of your flying arrows, at the lightning of your flashing spear.12In wrath you strode through the earth and in anger you threshed the nations.13You came out to deliver your people, to save your anointed one.You crushed the leader of the land of wickedness, you stripped him from head to foot.14With his own spear you pierced his head when his warriors stormed out to scatter us,gloating as though about to devour the wretched who were in hiding.15You trampled the sea with your horses, churning the great waters. 16I heard and my heart pounded, my lips quivered at the sound;decay crept into my bones, and my legs trembled.Yet I will wait patiently for the day of calamity to come on the nation invading us.17Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines,though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food,though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,18yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior. 19The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights. For the director of music. On my stringed instruments.

We believe a lifelong adventure in following Jesus is precisely how your heart is formed to be consistently made strong in Christ. This season, we will lead you through The call to engage a spiritual discipline of Witness, and teach Daniel – Malachi from God's Word.

We believe a lifelong adventure in following Jesus is precisely how your heart is formed to be consistently made strong in Christ. This season, we will lead you through The call to engage a spiritual discipline of Witness, and teach Daniel – Malachi from God's Word.

We believe a lifelong adventure in following Jesus is precisely how your heart is formed to be consistently made strong in Christ. This season, we will lead you through The call to engage a spiritual discipline of Witness, and teach Daniel – Malachi from God's Word.

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Theme: Our joy comes from God not our wealth or resources. Speaker: Pastor N. Abraham Rose Title: Rejoicing Amidst The Ruins Highlights: The prophet Habakkuk could praise God amidst devastation because he understood that though he may lose his resources that God was his source. So, the basis of his joy was not his resources, but God who was his source. The believer has to assume the same attitude as he/she deals with tragedy or loss, while navigating a sinful and broken world. Series: Rejoicing with Habakkuk Key text: https://www.bible.com/bible/114/HAB.3.16-19.NKJV Bulletin/Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/223085 Date: June 13, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #joy #circumstances #God #loss #restore #restoration #resources #wealth #money #source #WhenYourWorldFallsApart #ResourceVSource #JoyDespiteCircumstances #GodIsGreaterThanMyLoss #GodRestores For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the difference between happiness and joy—and why does it matter? In this episode of our Fruit of the Spirit series, we're diving into one of the most misunderstood fruits of the Spirit: joy. Many of us spend our lives chasing happiness through success, relationships, achievements, or the next season of life, only to find ourselves still longing for something deeper. The Bible paints a different picture. Joy isn't dependent on our circumstances—it's rooted in the unchanging character and presence of God. Together, we'll explore: The difference between happiness and biblical joy Why joy is a fruit of the Spirit, not something we can manufacture on our own How Scripture teaches us to experience joy even in difficult seasons What commonly steals our joy (comparison, control, gratitude, and more) Practical ways to cultivate lasting joy in everyday life Whether you're walking through a mountaintop season or a valley, this conversation will encourage you to discover the kind of joy that remains steady no matter what life brings. Key Scriptures Galatians 5:22-23 Psalm 16:11 Habakkuk 3:17-18 James 1:2-4 Hebrews 12:2 Philippians 4:4 Nehemiah 8:10 Journal Prompt What circumstance have I been waiting to change before allowing myself to experience joy, and what would it look like to trust God in that area today? Buy my book ⁠Becoming Happy and Health⁠y

Have you ever wondered if God actually hears your prayers? If He does , then why does He not answer? If you have ever asked these kinds of questions then settle back and get ready for one of the most exciting, even confusing passage in all the Word of God. We are going to journey together with the prophet Habakkuk as he asked God why He is not doing something to answer his prayer. I do believe that what we are going to see will not be what the prophet was expecting to hear.

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Explore the life and message of the prophet Habakkuk with Fr. Shiju Mullasseril, C.Ss.R. in this episode of 'Who's Who in the Bible.' Set against a backdrop of societal collapse and the looming Babylonian threat, the video explores Habakkuk's journey from questioning God's silence in the face of injustice to discovering peace through faith. His name, which signifies 'one who clings,' mirrors his spiritual transition from doubt to profound worship. This reflection provides a meaningful look at how we can maintain our trust in God during times of adversity. Watch this episode to gain fresh perspective and find encouragement for your own spiritual journey.  

Have you ever been angry at God and didn't know if that was allowed? Have you sat in church smiling while internally asking why He felt so far away? Have you prayed the same prayer for years and still heard nothing — and quietly started to wonder if any of it was even working?This is Episode 4 of our mini-series — Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud — and we saved this one for last on purpose. Because this one is the deepest. And the most personal.In this episode, Tayler, Alora, and Mary go to the places most Christian podcasts won't. The doubt. The unanswered prayers. The seasons where God went completely silent and they didn't know what to do with that. The bitterness of watching someone else receive the miracle you prayed for. The anger they were afraid to admit even to themselves. This is the faith episode. And it is the most honest one yet.In this episode we talk about:Doubt as a doorway — not a dead endWhat to do when God feels completely silentPraying for your husband's safety every deployment and still living in fear every single dayThe prayers that felt unanswered and what that did to our faithBeing angry at God — and whether that's allowed (spoiler: it is)What faith actually looks like inside a military life full of uncertaintyHow to worship God through genuine bitternessComing out of the hardest season still standing — and still believingScripture anchor: Habakkuk 3:17-18 — "Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines... yet I will rejoice in the Lord."Whether you are a lifelong woman of faith or you are somewhere in the middle of the hardest wrestling match of your spiritual life — you are safe here.Bring your questions. Bring your doubt. Bring the things you have never said out loud. Because we believe that is exactly where the real thriving begins.

Habakkuk 3:1-7| June 7, 2026 | Pastor Leo BilykPastor Leo Bilyk is Teaching on Habakkuk 3:1-7 as a part of our study on the book of Habakkuk. We hope you are blessed and equipped by today's message.To find out more about Shorebreak Church or to partner financially, visit www.shorebreakchurch.comTo share your story or ask questions, contact aloha@shorebreakchurch.comMahalo for listening!

What do you do when God hands you a "wait card" you didn't ask for—a painful diagnosis, a wayward child, or a prayer that has gone unanswered for decades?In Week 2 of our series through Habakkuk, Pastor Tom Kang reveals a counter-cultural truth: waiting isn't a malfunction; sometimes, the waiting is the work.Through the Hebrew concept of Emunah (faith), this message challenges us to examine the nearest "ladders" we use to escape the watchtower—hustling, grabbing, and control—just to avoid sitting still. Discover how shifting your perspective from a delayed outcome to a Person can turn the agonizing silence of absence into a holy silence of awe. 

Through It All #4: From Doubt to Devotion John 20:28; Isaiah 43:2; Hebrews 13:5 I. The Isolation That Fed His Doubts A. He Was Absent from Fellowship John 20:24; Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 B. He Was Affected by Disappointment C. He Was Alone with His Thoughts II. The Investigation That Faced His Doubts John 20:25 A. Thomas Was Honest Psalm 10:1; Habakkuk 1:2 B. Thomas Was Hungry for Truth III. The Invitation That Answered His Doubts John 20:26 A. Jesus Came Presently B. Jesus Came Peacefully John 20:26, 10:10 C. Jesus Came Personally John 20:27 IV. The Illumination That Finished His Doubts John 20:28 A. His Questions Became Conviction B. His Conviction Became Worship C. His Worship Became Testimony How to DISARM Doubt D – Declare Your Doubts Honestly Psalm 62:8 I – Identify the Source Clearly John 20:25 S – Seek God Prayerfully Judges 6:13 A – Analyze the Evidence Carefully Acts 1:3; John 20:29 R – Rest in God's Sovereignty Humbly Isaiah 55:8–9 M – Maintain Fellowship Faithfully John 20:26

Summary:John Grdina shares his personal journey of discernment, patience, and faith in pursuing a community for men, emphasizing the importance of trusting God's timing and making visions plain. This episode offers practical insights on discerning God's will amidst life's busyness and uncertainty.Keywords: faith, discernment, patience, God's timing, personal growth, leadership, community for men, spiritual discipline, self-improvement, personal transformation, life faith podcastKey topics:Discernment of God's willPatience in God's timingMaking visions plain and clearPractical steps for spiritual discernmentBalancing personal ambitions with divine callingSound bites:"Is this you, Lord, or is this me?""Write the vision, make it plain.""Order your vocations: family first."

In this episode, we cover:Why Joshua 3 has become a prophetic mirror for this church seasonThe meaning of “stepping into the river” as a community, not just individualsEvidence of spiritual awakening and revival stirring in Boston and beyondWhat it means to carry an apostolic mantle—and who gets to define itThe spiritual and operational preparation required to steward revivalKey Moments00:00–02:10 — Opening prayer and welcoming the Holy Spirit04:05–10:40 — Moses, Joshua, and the Jordan: a prophetic parallel13:37–18:34 — “You've never been this way before”20:06–22:22 — The command: stand in the river24:11–31:55 — Is Boston near revival? Evidence and testimony39:15–46:04 — Apostolic calling and why this place matters53:20–59:56 — A congregational decision and operational readiness1:04:10–end — Stepping into the future together

Ryan Kelly | Habakkuk | 1. Perplexed by God's Silence (1:1-11) 2. Frustrated with God's Plans (1:12 - 2:20) 3. Resting in God's Character (3:1-19)

What do you do when life looks confusing, painful, delayed, or completely out of place? In this sermon, “God Knows What He's Doing,” we look at the life of Moses and see how God was working even when the picture looked impossible.From Pharaoh's death decree, to Moses floating in the Nile, to his years in Midian, to the plagues, Passover, and the Red Sea, every moment proves one powerful truth: God sees the finished masterpiece before we understand the brushstrokes.You may not understand every trial, delay, loss, or unanswered question, but you can trust the Artist. The painting is not finished. The story is not over. God is still working.Scripture Text: Exodus 5:22–23, Exodus 1:22, Exodus 2:1-2, Habakkuk 2:3, Romans 8:28, Philippians 1:6Key Thought: Don't judge the painting before the Artist is finished

1 Corinthians 12:7-10 and Habakkuk

Bridge from Habakkuk to Lamentations

June 7, 2026Robert KoehnHabakkuk 2: 18-20

Habakkuk & Zephaniah Adam Godshall, Dennis Clemons Speaker: Adam Godshall, Dennis ClemonsSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Habakkuk, ZephaniahTheme: Habakkuk & Zephaniah

As we enter chapter 3, we step back and reflect on how the chapters of Habakkuk serves as a metaphor for Christian life and discipleship.

What do you do when life feels messy, confusing, or painful, and God seems silent? The Prophet Habakkuk, wrestles honestly with suffering, doubt, and the questions we all ask when the world doesn't make sense. Even without clear answers, Habakkuk discovers that faith is sometimes just choosing to keep walking with God through the uncertainty.

As part of the Minor Prophet series Pastor Matt Hamm is leading a Bible Study in the Book of Habakkuk.

What happens when worship becomes your response instead of fear or discouragement? In this episode, Carol McLeod shares biblical encouragement for anyone walking through difficult circumstances and longing for renewed faith and joy. Through the stories of Habakkuk, David, and Peter, she reminds listeners that joy is not rooted in circumstances but in the unchanging character of God.  Join us as we discover how trust in God can transform even the hardest seasons of life.   Order Vibrant at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/shop/p/vibrant Find Timeless at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/timeless Have a prayer request or feedback?Email Carol at: carol@carolmcleodministries.comShe and her team would love to pray for you. Stay Connected:Subscribe to the Significant Women Podcast and share this episode with a friend who needs to be reminded of her worth today.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolMcLeodMinistries The Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod is edited and produced by WileyCraft Productions. Visit https://wileycraftproductions.com/ to learn more.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNfstnzLZ4Q Learn how to thrive in uncertain times by choosing faith over pride, as revealed in the prophet Habakkuk’s intimate conversation with God.

Habakkuk 2:15-20| May 31, 2026 | Pastor Leo BilykPastor Leo Bilyk is Teaching on Habakkuk 2:15-20 as a part of our study on the book of Habakkuk. We hope you are blessed and equipped by today's message.To find out more about Shorebreak Church or to partner financially, visit www.shorebreakchurch.comTo share your story or ask questions, contact aloha@shorebreakchurch.comMahalo for listening!

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What if the revival you're praying for doesn't start in your church, your city, or your nation—but in your own heart? In Part 4 of the Momentum series, Pastor Terrell Somerville explores Habakkuk's journey from frustration to faith and challenges believers to move beyond comfortable Christianity into a life of hunger, surrender, and expectation for God to move again. This message unpacks the biblical foundation of revival, showing how repentance, dependence on the Holy Spirit, and a commitment to God's Word create the conditions for spiritual awakening. If you've felt spiritually dry, burdened by the state of the world, or longing for God to renew your passion, this message is a powerful reminder that the same God who moved in generations past is still able to transform hearts, restore families, break addictions, and change communities today. Revival starts when God's people stop observing and start pursuing Him.

Habakkuk 1 & 2 with George Boehmer — This Sunday, George explores the reality of wrestling with doubt and having questions as we walk with the Lord, with the understanding that God is not put off by our doubt and questions. Embrace the questioning and let it lead you to Jesus.  

Passover - Commemorating God's Deliverance (Proverbs 29:18; Habakkuk 2:2-3) Dr. Jeff LaBorg

Have you ever looked at the brokenness around you and whispered, "How long, Lord, before things change?"In Week 1 of our Habakkuk series, Pastor Tom invites us into a raw, honest conversation with God. Habakkuk flips the script on prophecy—instead of speaking for God, he takes our private hurts and throws them straight back at Him.What do you do when you ask God a hard question, but His answer is even harder than you expected?This message challenges us to drop the act and embrace a truer gospel posture: struggling but staying, lamenting but listening.

May 31, 2026Shannon NielsenHabakkuk 2:6-17

Habakkuk 3:16-19

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Theme: Faith is as essential to the believer as oxygen is to the body. Speaker: Pastor N. Abraham Rose Title: The Just Shall Live By Faith Highlights: Faith is as essential to the believer as oxygen is to the body. It is the prism through which he/she views life. He/she navigates a broken and sinful world by using faith in God as his/her GPS. The Bible is clear that "without faith it is impossible to please God." We are only made right with God through faith in Jesus. Faith is so resident in Habakkuk's life and story. Key text: https://www.bible.com/bible/114/HAB.2.1-4.NKJV Series: Rejoicing with Habakkuk Bulletin/Notes: http://bible.com/events/49614926 Date: May 30, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #faith #gps #life #Habakkuk #living #navigate #navigation #watch #trust #wait #ItsAboutFaith #YouWontWaitInVain #PositionYourself #BeOnTheWatch #TrustHisResponse For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holiness in Salvation and Sanctification, from our Midweek Bible Study: "Holiness of God" - 5.27.26 Taught by Omar Edwards.   Elder Omar Edwards opens this teaching with an honest confession: the call to live set apart for God sounds like an impossible standard, especially when someone cuts you off on I-75 right after church. Working from 1 Peter 1:13-19, Omar walks through four men in Scripture (Jacob, Job, Habakkuk, and Paul) who each wrestled with a holy God and came through with peace on the other side. The sermon addresses the real mindsets that keep believers from growing into who God has called them to be: a secular disconnection from His presence, suffering that distorts our view of Him, a self-first posture that indicts God when He does not respond on our terms, and a self-righteous spirit that grades others rather than examining itself. At the center of it all is a truth that steadies the whole message. God does not expect perfection, but He does expect growth, and that growth is possible only because Christ's righteousness has been credited to us. Anyone who has ever felt the distance between who they are and who God is calling them to be will walk away with both honest challenge and real hope.   Presented by McGregor Podcast 2026 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Deeper Dive Theme: Pastor Rose offers tips of what to do when God disciplines you and brings trials and difficulties into your life Episode Title: God's Strange Response Host: Nathalie Ais Guest: Pastor N. Abraham Rose Date: May 27, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #doubt #confusion #despair #respond #respond #strange #odd #sovereign #will #Habakkuk #GodsWill #ItMayBeStrangeAtFirst #HeIsWorkingItOut #HeIsSovereign For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailThis week on Small Beginnings with Sara, I'm sharing what God has been showing me through the storms.After weeks of heavy rain, flooding creeks, lightning, and strong winds here in Texas, a massive walnut tree behind our home lost several huge branches. The landscape changed overnight. The canopy opened. The birds and squirrels noticed it immediately. And standing there beneath those broken branches, I felt God whisper something so deeply to my heart:“Sometimes when the storms come, they remove what was blocking your view of Me.”In this episode, I share about the reality that storms will come in life. Grief comes. Loss comes. Disappointment comes. But the question is not if storms will come. The question is: What are we anchored to when they do?We dive into the powerful words of Habakkuk 3:17–19:“Though the fig tree does not bud… yet I will rejoice in the Lord.”Even when nothing visible looks fruitful…Even when prayers feel unanswered…Even when the fields feel empty…Yet I will rejoice.I talk about the difference between thanksgiving and praise, how thanksgiving remembers God's faithfulness, and how praise declares who He is, regardless of our circumstances. Sometimes praise is a sacrifice. Sometimes it is worship in the middle of heartbreak. Sometimes it is thanking God before the breakthrough ever comes.This episode is a reminder that storms may change the landscape, but they never change the faithfulness of God.If you are walking through uncertainty, grief, waiting, or a hard season, I pray this episode encourages you to anchor yourself in thanksgiving and praise and reminds you that God is still steady in the middle of the storm.New episodes every Thursday on Small Beginnings with Sara.

Pastor Alan R. Knapp discusses the topic of "THE GOSPEL OF THE GLORY OF THE CHRIST (COMBO)" in his series entitled "Short Sermons : Special Editions" This is Short Sermon - Special Editions 1 and it focuses on the following verses: Habakkuk 2:14; Luke 24:26-27; (Hebrews 2:9 cf. Psalm 8:5); Romans 5:18; 1 Corinthians 15:22, 40-41, 57; 2 Corinthians 4:3-4; 1 Peter 1:11

In this powerful episode of Kingdom Crossroads, TS Wright welcomes back author and speaker Amy Joob to discuss how journaling can transform your spiritual walk and deepen your relationship with God.Amy shares practical, biblical ways to use journaling as part of your spiritual disciplines—including prayer, Scripture meditation, hearing God's voice, documenting dreams and visions, praying over family, and recording answered prayers.Together, TS and Amy unpack how journaling becomes a tool for:Spiritual growthBiblical meditationProphetic encouragementSpiritual warfareBuilding faith through remembrance of God's faithfulnessThe conversation also explores key Scriptures such as Psalm 119, Isaiah 30:21, John 10:27, and Habakkuk 2, showing how writing things down helps believers stay grounded in God's Word and sensitive to the Holy Spirit.If you've ever wanted to strengthen your prayer life, hear God more clearly, or create a personal spiritual record of God's work in your life, this episode will encourage and equip you.In This EpisodeWhy journaling strengthens spiritual disciplinesHow to write honest prayers to GodLearning to hear the voice of the Holy SpiritRecording dreams, visions, and prophetic impressionsUsing Scripture journaling for spiritual warfarePraying biblical promises over your familyTracking answered prayers and God's faithfulnessThe connection between journaling and spiritual growthHow journaling can help birth ministry, books, and testimonyKey Scriptures MentionedPsalm 119:9–16John 10:27Isaiah 30:21Isaiah 60:17Habakkuk 2:2–3Job 22:28Joel 2:28Revelation 12:11Resources & LinksConnect with Amy Joob

Gary answers a listener question about a Greek word used in Matthew 25:5, Hebrews 10:37, and in the Septuagint in Habakkuk 2:3. The NT often uses OT language to show that similar events are soon to pass in the first century. Israel's history often feels like a series of cyclical events and Paul even mentions that these events happened as "examples" to his generation, "on whom the end of the ages has come" (1 Corinthians 10:11).