Podcasts about Hard heart

What is the biblical vision of the church, and what does it mean to be a family in Christ, adopted as brothers and sisters? Especially when family is messy. In this conversation with Dr. Carmen Imes, we broach a biblical theology of the church and Scripture's emphasis on the need to be in community across difference and despite previous experiences of harm. Carmen encourages us towards healthy interdependence, a diversity of opinions and perspectives, and honesty in our communal relationships. She believes the church can still be a force for good, and that God invites us to be his family so that we can share that welcome with others.Carmen's BioCarmen Joy Imes (PhD, Wheaton) is associate professor of Old Testament at Biola University. She is the author of Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters, Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters, and the editor of Praying the Psalms with Augustine and Friends. Today, we are discussing the third (and final) book in her trilogy, Becoming God's Family: Why the  Church Still Matters, released Oct. 28, 2025.Previous Podcast AppearancesThe Book of Exodus, Pharaoh's Hard Heart, Taking God's Name in Vain (March 2023)Questions about the Old Testament Ep 4 (April 2021)Regent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter

I woke up grumpy. Actually, I woke up a couple of hours earlier than what I had set my alarm for and my mind began to race with a particular problem that has been ongoing for some time. Here's how everything changed for the better.

Let's join the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast with Dr. John G. Mitchell in Mat.19:1-12.In this section, Jesus answers questions from the Pharisees. The first is "Is it lawful to divorce one's wife for any cause?"Here, in verses 4-6, Jesus shows us two things. First of all He answers these questions from the Scriptures by what God literally said. In doing so, Jesus quotes both chapter 1 and 2 of Genesis giving us His inspired interpretation and conclusion.The second question is,"Why did Moses command one to give a certificate of divorce and to send her away?"Jesus gives the answer. He says it's not an command but a concession because of the hardness of the heart.Dr. Mitchell, also points our hearts and minds to what the Word of God says concerning these questions. Let's join him on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast in Matthew 19:1-12.

The Bible describes a hard-hearted person in Matthew 13:15, This is Jesus speaking, “For this people's heart has become calloused; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes." I have just an observation, you can decide it's not true, but to me it has been. The longer we are Christians, the more certain we become, the more we nurture anger and think it righteous, the higher our risk of becoming hard hearted. And throughout the Bible Gods people have often had the hardest hearts. 

[Mark 6:45-52] We see that even in the storm, Jesus reveals His power and presence and calls us to trust Him instead of letting fear or doubt harden our hearts.

We often think of a “hard heart” as something only villains in the Bible had—like Pharaoh. But the truth is, a hardened heart can happen to any of us. Every time we know what God wants us to do but refuse to do it, our hearts grow a little harder. Pharaoh's story in Exodus reveals a dangerous progression: stubbornness, pride, and resistance to God lead to devastating consequences. The good news is that God longs to soften our hearts and give us a new spirit. The question is—are we willing to let Him?THE BIG IDEA: Our heart becomes hardened when we know what to do but don't do it.

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Scripture Focus:Exodus 35 — Yahuah commands the Sabbath rest, calls for willing offerings, and fills His people with the Ruach to build His dwelling.Lesson Summary:This Torah class is more than a study—it is a confrontation with the covenant test. In Exodus 35, Israel was commanded to:Honor the Sabbath: a matter of life and death.Bring offerings: only from a willing heart.Respond as one people: stirred by the Ruach to give until there was no lack.Walk in wisdom: women using skill for Yah's glory.Build with the Spirit: Bezaleel, filled with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge.This lesson presses the question: Is your heart willing—or hardened?Key Scriptures: Exodus 35, Nehemiah 13, Malachi 1, Acts 5, 1 Samuel 16, Hebrews 3:15.Pure Word teaching from Genesis to Revelation—no religion, just truth.Subscribe for weekly Torah classes and Psalms Wisdom Studies.Do not miss the live Shabbat teaching every week.Giving Info:Support the ministry at:PayPal, Zelle, Venmo → @AhavloveministryZelle QR code available at: ahavloveministry.com#AhavaLoveAssembly #TorahTeaching #Exodus35#TorahClass #Exodus35 #WillingHeart #SabbathTruth #RuachFilled #AhavaLoveAssembly #PureWordTeaching #NoReligionJustTruth

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The Danger of a Hard Heart   Series - The Gospel of Luke   Jordan Rice   Luke 8:4-15   Growth and fruit in the Christian life depend on how deeply we receive and hold onto the Word.   Give to support the ministry of Renaissance Church: https://renaissancenyc.com/give   Keep up with Renaissance by filling out a connection card: https://renaissancenyc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/5/responses/new

Sunday Evening Sermon with Pastor Jacob Gray from Ten Mile Baptist Church in McLeansboro, Illinois

Negative experiences is life have the power to do two things, tear you down or build you up, but the outcome is up to you…

Old Testament scholar (and Holy Post pundit!) Carmen Imes joins Kaitlyn to talk about a question both little kids and grown ups ask a lot: why did God harden Pharaoh's heart?  Was God causing Pharaoh to do something evil? Was God overriding Pharaoh's free will? Dr. Imes teaches us about the Hebrew words for “hardening” a heart, how historical background can help us understand this passage, and what the larger theology of the story teaches us about God.   0:00 - Show Starts   1:35 - Theme Song   2:32 - Why Did God Harden Pharaoh's Heart?   8:17 - What is a “Hard Heart?”   17:50 - Sponsor - Blueland - For 15% off first order of Blueland cleaning products, go to this link: https://www.blueland.com/CURIOUSLY   19:05 - Sponsor - Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctor's appointments! Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/KAITLYN   23:48 - God's Gentleness and Frogs   26:47 - Are they plagues?   36:03 - End Credits

Dangers Of A Hard Heart // Pastor Kati Heck

5 Parts: 1. Healing on the Sabbath 2. Crowds Follow Jesus 3. Selecting the 12 Deciples 4. The Unforgivable Sin 5. Our True Family

The hard heart is resistant to Jesus.

The hard heart is resistant to Jesus.

God is worthy of praise, and he is to be praised both now and evermore. We must praise him with a devoted heart and beware of a hard one. We are not to harden our hearts before God. Rather, let us bend the knee to him and thank him for his goodness to us.

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In a world where the truth about Jesus is suppressed for various reasons, Jesus warns His disciples to beware the tendency to be “slow in heart to believe.” In Mark 8:14–21 Christ's disciples misunderstand His warning which leads Him to warn them further that the danger of a hardened heart is nearer than they think. May the Lord's church today learn to be ever-vigilant against the deceitfulness of a hardened heart.

“I'm not sure I can ever find it in my heart to forgive that person.”

Episode DescriptionIn this episode of the Lead Ministry Podcast, Josh Denhart and Bill Van Kirk wrestle with the tension every ministry leader feels—developing thick skin without letting the heart grow hard. They explore criticism, cynicism, and spiritual attack, offering practical strategies to stay resilient and tender in the face of burnout.If you've ever gone home replaying harsh words on endless repeat, this conversation will equip and inspire you with a biblical path to endurance.Key Topics CoveredThick Skin vs. Hard Heart – recognizing the differenceFearless Moral Inventory – uncovering hidden resentmentsDaily Gratitude & Community – simple habits that protect your soulKey Quote“Thick skin protects you, but a tender heart keeps you loving.”Scripture ReferencesProverbs 19:11 – “Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.”Psalm 119:165 – “Great peace have those who love your law; nothing can make them stumble.”TakeawayBurnout is more than exhaustion; it's often the slow calcification of the heart. Cultivating resilience requires both God-given armor against offense and Spirit-formed compassion for people—even critics.Call to ActionWe hope this episode encourages and equips you in your leadership. Share it with a friend, and stay tuned for more resources each week.Stay Connected for More ResourcesVisit our website: http://leadministry.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeadVolunteersFind us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadvolunteers

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Emily Wilson wrote Sincerely Stoneheart, which is a book that helps us understand what plays the enemy uses to harden your wife's heart. Emily has been involved with ministry with women for 14 years, taught high school girls and is now an author whose target audience is Christian women. She has learned that the enemy works on women in very specific ways. And by reading her books, we can learn how to understand our wive's better. This understanding will help us be more empathetic, give us more patience and also help us love our wives better. -A tender heart is not weak. The enemy wants women's heart to be hardened and cold. -The enemy wants our wife to feel like a victim. -Why do women take so many things personally? -What are some lies that the enemy uses on young girls?   Check out Emily Wilson's Website HERE Buy the new book Sincerely Stoneheart HERE Join our FREE Facebook group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE Check out my wife's book Never Will I Ever HERE. This book helps kids learn the value of perservearance and coming to terms with their own limitations.    

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Hi, my friend. I hope you're doing well today. For the next few weeks on the podcast, leading up to Easter, I'll be sharing from one of my favorite verses. I've been asked what I would choose if I could only preach one topic or one passage for the rest of my life. I think this is it—John 3:16. The Hope Diamond of the Bible. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Watch the Ark in the Darkness HERE. Find out more from Hope For The Heart Here. Learn more about The Chosen HERE.

Hi, my friend. I hope you're doing well today. For the next few weeks on the podcast, leading up to Easter, I'll be sharing from one of my favorite verses. I've been asked what I would choose if I could only preach one topic or one passage for the rest of my life. I think this is it—John 3:16. The Hope Diamond of the Bible. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Watch the Ark in the Darkness HERE. Find out more from Hope For The Heart Here. Learn more about The Chosen HERE.

We live in a world that is in the business of creating hard hearts. Yet the Bible warns against this type of heart. In today's episode, learn what a hard heart is, and five ways to practically use prayer to soften your heart.5 Practical Ways to Pray Against a Hard Heart: 1. Pray for humility2. Pray for an understanding heart3. Pray for repentance4. Pray for a compassionate heart 5. Pray for a forgiving heartResources Mentions in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Connect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women at https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV and NIV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 03-12-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include:What is The Difference Between a Hard Heart and a Reprobate Mind?/ What are Inseparable Operations, and How Did It Work When Jesus Was Being Crucified/ Pastoral Discipline and The Church/ What About Yoga?/What Does Colossians 2:12 Talk About?/ March 12, 2025

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 03-12-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include:What is The Difference Between a Hard Heart and a Reprobate Mind?/ What is Inseparable Operations, and How Did It Work When Jesus Was Being Crucified/ Pastoral Discipline and The Church/ What About Yoga?/What Does Colossians 2:12 Talk About?/ March 12, 2025

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 03-12-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include:What is The Difference Between a Hard Heart and a Reprobate Mind?/ What are Inseparable Operations, and How Did It Work When Jesus Was Being Crucified/ Pastoral Discipline and The Church/ What About Yoga?/What Does Colossians 2:12 Talk About?/ March 12, 2025

Thursday of the First Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave notes how today's readings highlight both ends of the spectrum of faith. We are called to be open to how God may transform us rather than stay stubborn in our own ways. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-16-25

The Danger of a Hard Heart

When you continue to walk in darkness, you will develop a hard heart. “Walk in the futility of their mind, being darkened in their understanding, excluded from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them because of the hardness of their heart” (Eph 4:17-18). You can recover from a heart hardened and defiled by cosmic system thinking by using God's problem-solving device number one (Rebound: 1 John 1:9) to regain fellowship. If you are alive, there is time to fulfill God's plan for your life. “He who humbles himself will be exalted” (Luke 14:11).Download Transcript: https://rhem.pub/recover-heart-c0d95d

A Weak Church isn't just lacking theology. It's lacking true worship. In Part 3 of Weak Church, Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell delves into the concept of spiritual stagnation and the importance of maintaining a strong worship life amid life's challenges. He explores how life's obstacles can be used by God to strengthen our covenant and encourages listeners to adopt a heart posture of worship and brokenness to truly experience the transformative power of God.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 9 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

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