Podcasts about his presence

SURRENDER NOVENA STARTS MONDAY!!!! 9 Days of Prayer! Surrender and let Jesus take over while I'm in Italy on retreat doing the same! I love you and I'll be back soon! KEEP PRAYING DAILY! EVERY MORNING AND ALL DAY! I'm with you!*********************************In this moment you are deeply thankful to be able to be Love while things are rearranging, knowing that wherever you appear to be right now, is where you need to be. That you couldn't be anywhere else. That your blessings are unfolding. That the miracle is here. That the miracle can be felt before It can be seen, but that It must be felt consistently, before It can be seen... before the scene can change.I Love you and I appreciate you!nik--Our new book, 'Wake Up to Love' is HERE! Get your copy. Share a copy. Be the Love you wake up to.--Support GoOD Mornings on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/goodmorning________________QUOTES"You can't stop the mind from thinking because you didn't start it thinking."-Adyashanti"Don't identity any thought as negative because it's just a thought. Who told you it's negative? It's just a thought. What's the problem? If you understand it's just a thought, it has no power. If you think it's a reality, then it destroys you."-SadhguruNote: Feeling the Loving Silence even when thoughts are present."Even the feeling of the absence of God is His manifestation-- so that His Presence may be realized."-Ananadamayi Ma

In this episode, we talk about what it means to weather the storms of life well. Everyone experiences difficult moments throughout their lives and these storms come in all shapes and sizes. In each one, we have the opportunity to respond from a place of truth and peace instead of fear. We share practical ways we've learned to weather the storms in our own lives, from simplifying life to immersing ourselves in Scripture. We also explore how pain, though difficult, can lead us into deeper healing and communion with God. No matter what you're facing, you are not alone—He is near, and so are we.    Heather's One Thing - Strengthen Yourself in the Lord by Bill Johnson  Heather's Other One Thing - Same God (feat Jonsal Barriente) from Elevation Worship Sister Miriam's One Thing - Pints with Aquinas | What to Do When Marriage Gets Hard (Jason and Crystalina Evert) Michelle's One Thing - Healed and Restored Nonprofit   Other Resources Mentioned:  Carmelite Sisters of The Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles Searching for and Maintaining Peace book study Be Transformed book study   Journal Questions: How have I been making decisions out of fear and overwhelm? What do I believe about God, myself, or another person within the context of my storm? When do I feel the most emotionally dysregulated? What coping mechanisms am I turning to instead of going to the Lord?  What good is God doing within me in my suffering?   Discussion Questions: What storms are you experiencing in this season? When has the Lord revealed His Presence to you from within a storm? Are you relying on the Lord or on yourself in the midst of your storm? What fruit has been born from suffering in your life?   Quotes to Ponder: “Remain in me. This is the word of Jesus. It is not only a call but a promise of strength, peace, and fruitfulness.” (St. Elizabeth of the Trinity) “Let us live with Him as with a friend. Through all the storms, He remains.” (St. Elizabeth of the Trinity)   Scripture for Lectio: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)   Sponsor - Our Holy Home: Let your Christmas card say what matters most This year, send a card that reflects your faith and the true meaning of the season. Our Holy Home's custom Catholic Christmas cards make it easy to share the joy of Christ's birth beautifully and intentionally. Choose from over 30 designs, add your family photo and message, and get 25% off just for being here. Start designing now: OurHolyHome.com/at   Chapters:  00:00 Our Holy Home 01:16 Intro 02:06 Welcome 04:33 Guiding Quote and Scripture Verse 08:12 How the Enemy Tries to Amplify Storms 09:45 Slowing Down is Essential 12:08 When Prayer Becomes Dry 14:23 Turmoil Can Feel Like Its Our Fault 16:43 Remembering God's Faithfulness 18:37 Pain Causes Us to Make A Change 20:48 Distractions Will Never Fulfil Us 22:44 Maturing is A Decision We Make 24:15 Weathering Storms In Community 26:54 Spiritual Practices 28:55 One Things

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍

What or who is truly in charge of your life? In a world full of distractions and modern-day idols, we can easily find ourselves worshiping things that were never meant to lead us. This message calls us back to the heart of true worship, a life fully surrendered, humble, and unashamed before God. Discover what it means to live set apart and to experience the transforming power of His presence. In this message, “Run to His Presence,” you'll be challenged to pursue God wholeheartedly and embrace uninhibited worship that changes everything.

What or who is truly in charge of your life? In a world full of distractions and modern-day idols, we can easily find ourselves worshiping things that were never meant to lead us. This message calls us back to the heart of true worship, a life fully surrendered, humble, and unashamed before God. Discover what it means to live set apart and to experience the transforming power of His presence. In this message, “Run to His Presence,” you'll be challenged to pursue God wholeheartedly and embrace uninhibited worship that changes everything.

Send us a textGod is looking for those enthusiastic about His Son. A people in pursuit of His Presence.

10-19-2025 - His Presence, His Protection, His Provision Pt. 2 by Pastor Adam Bennett

10-19-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

Send us a textWhy being mysterious is so attractive to women, and the body language and texting that keeps women interested. ____________________________________________________Episode 40 — What Makes a Man Mysterious — And Why Women Melt in His Presence____________________________________________________80% of communication between men and women is nonverbal. “It's not what you say, but how you say it”.  Most of the time, you're just ‘another guy' to her. And you have opportunities to show her that you aren't, but what do you do… say… in those situations? Being mysterious is a fine art that's far too daunting for most men to practice, and those who do attempt it often end up in some extreme caricature of themselves, out of alignment and frustrated. In today's episode, Jordan and Zan explore what a truly mysterious presence looks like in a man. With live demonstrations on ways to stand and gesture to women in person, to how to text them later on, watch and see how you, too, can start moving through the world with more mystique and intrigue. What thoughts come up for you after watching? Let us know in the comments below.____________________________________________________Come join us! Sign up today and enjoy all the perks of the Amorati Membership, including live calls with Zan and his team. Go here: https://www.Amorati.net/____________________________________Need a gunslinger? Someone who rides into town, completely solves your problem, then rides off into the sunset. Contact Zan Perrion personally to inquire about his incredibly effective one-on-one Laser Coaching. Find him here: https://arsamorata.com/gunslinger/____________________________________Get a gifted copy of The Alabaster Girl, personally signed by Zan Perrion. Go to https://alabastergirl.com____________________________________Get instant access to our 4 part mini-course with Zan Perrion

God's Provision. His Protection. His Presence. Join us LIVE this Sunday at Covenant Community Church as Andrew Harris kicks off a powerful 2-week sermon series: "The Journey of Elijah." In Part 1, we'll explore how God faithfully led Elijah through uncertainty, fear, and isolation — and how His provision, protection, and presence still lead us forward today. Whether you're in a season of waiting, walking through challenges, or seeking direction, this message is for you. Come be refreshed, encouraged, and reminded that God is not done with your story. There is hope for the journey and strength for the road ahead.

This last Sunday we talked about why Saints' Hill exists. In a well-churched town, what is our unique purpose and how did we arrive there? Our founders had a conviction that Saints' Hill needed to be a place where people could reliably encounter God. This comes from a belief that in His Presence all the right things grow and the wrong things die.  If you were made for union with God, a love encounter with Him is the greatest thing a church can provide.  Our strategy, from singing, to communion, to teaching and prayer is all aimed at seeing God face to face, being transformed by His love, and serving His purposes for our time and place.

10-12-2025 - His Presence, His Protection, His Provision by Pastor Adam Bennett

10-12-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

Fr. Bryan Kassa - "Are You Chasing God's Power or His Presence?" 5th Sunday of Elijah 2025 by Chaldean Diocese

Worship doesn't just happen when we're together, but also when it is just us and Jesus! Join us as we explore leaning into His Presence in our daily lives! (Ephesians 4:4-8 - October 5, 2025)

10-5-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

Scripture Reflection for September 30, 2025: Drawn to His Presence by Priests for Life

Send us a textHello and welcome to our series “Stay in His Presence.” We are celebrating five years of podcasting by going into our vault, remastering, and rebroadcasting select episodes since June 2020. Last week, we heard the miracle testimony of Michael Dudley and how the Lord healed him from prostate and colon cancer. This week, we will listen to another miracle testimony from Andrea Dudley, his wife, as presented on August 21, 2021. Andrea is the CEO of Habakkuk Publishing, established in 2006. A Christian company that publishes books which inspire, encourage, and impact the lives of people.My name is Stephanie Wright. Let's go to Andrea's encouraging message of Hope Beyond Brokenness.  If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website and select www.cgmissions.com/podcasts, where all episodes are available by category in series format. You can see the most recent video and audio podcasts at: www.youtube.com/@cgmissionsinc then select from the video or podcast"Playlist." CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website:https://www.cgmissions.com/donate-here-general-and-wecare/

9-28-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

Before an athlete steps onto the field, before a musician takes the stage, before an artist picks up the brush—there is preparation. The same is true for our spiritual lives. The most meaningful encounters with God rarely happen by accident; they flow from hearts that have been prepared, minds that have been quieted, and souls that have been made ready. The Meta-Practice of Preparation isn't about adding another overwhelming layer to your already busy life—it's about discovering simple, doable practices that create space for God to meet you exactly where you are and to be ready for what His Presence brings.For additional Discipleship & Meta-Practice resources, head to our website, www.portcity.church/discipleship.

In this powerful and joy-filled message titled “The Gateway to His Presence”, Pastor John D. Putnam opens Psalm 100 to reveal the pathway into God's presence. With vivid teaching and heartfelt urgency, he reminds us that while worship is the ultimate destination, praise is the gateway that ushers us in. Pastor Putnam draws from Israel's tabernacle, the walls of Jericho, and Paul and Silas' midnight praise to show how thanksgiving and praise are not optional—they are essential. Praise is more than noise or ritual; it is the key that unlocks God's presence, changes atmospheres, tears down walls, and brings freedom where there is bondage. From clapping hands to shouts of joy, from gratitude for daily blessings to praise in life's darkest valleys, Pastor Putnam challenges us to embrace praise as a lifestyle. For when the praises go up, the blessings come down—and the presence of God fills the room. If you've been longing for breakthrough, healing, or simply a fresh encounter with the Lord, this message will remind you that the gateway is open, and your praise is the key. To hear more about what God is doing in Sheboygan County and beyond, visit us at posc.church!

9-21-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183I have never seen in my entire life as a believer so much explosive, chaotic religious confusion. Mass hysteria has taken over the most veteranized believers, and extreme emotionalism now reigns as king. It reminds me exactly of what happened that day in Ephesus after Paul cast out a spirit of divination from a girl. "And the whole city was filled with confusion...they rushed with one accord into the theatre...Some therefore cried one thing, and some another: for the assembly was confused: and the more part knew not wherefore they were come together." (Acts 19:29,32). I cannot think of a better descriptive picture of what "Christian" landscape has now sadly become. Its our time right now to focus on only one Person...Jesus Christ, who's been such a good friend to us, who has walked us through everything, who fought all our battles and won them for us. Who loved us when no one else did, who forgave us and called us His friends. There is only one Person that we must behold now, "and not another." Kingdoms come and kingdoms go, people live and people die, but Who and what is eternal is our sight. Never forget Him for one moment, never take the eyes of your love off of Jesus Christ. One glance away is all it takes to begin the fading away of His Presence."All that is not God is death.”― George MacDonald, Unspoken Sermons

Before Rosh Hashana we focus on Teshuva and choosing the path of life. We aspire to make good choices and to associate with those who make good choices. How does internalizing Hashem's Malchus and feeling we are in His Presence help us do Teshuva, how is it a foundation of Teshuva?Have a Ksivah Vchasimah Tovah and a wonderful Shabbos.

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Throughout Christian history there has always been false prophets, false movements of the Lord and false claims. All of which came and went like tumbleweeds blowing through towns and are forever forgotten.However along with all of that there have been real men and women of God who stuck to the word and prayer. They did not follow movements. They did not give their ears over to false voices and "any minute now" prophecies. All of which never came to pass. They kept a steady, faithful, pure continuance in the Presence of Jesus Christ. They were quiet, unassuming people of few words if any. Yet they could walk into any place and whole rooms stood still. They kept themselves from running with religious crowds, they rejected and shunned any attention. Things, movements and individuals can quickly become idols if we do not discern them instantly by the Spirit of the Lord. "For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the Lord: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word." - Isaiah 66:2.Seek to be this kind of person, and walk with the Lord in continual consistency in His Presence. This is what He wants and who He sees.“For a Presence breathes over the silent hills, and its sweetness is living yet; The same deep calm all the hillside fills, as breathed over Olivet."- Selected

We're celebrating 10 years of God's faithfulness and revisiting why we exist: to help people know God John 17:3. Not just to know about Him, but to truly know Him. Our hearts are resetting around our mission—Practicing the Way of Jesus—and the four Pursuits that shape us as a church: Presence of God, Transformational Discipleship, Kingdom Community, and Sacrificial Mission.Today's message calls us to move from information to true relationship with the Father who loved the Son before creation John 17:24. We'll explore practical pathways to host His presence, be formed into Christlikeness, belong as family, and live a daily life of surrender and mission—because this next decade is all about keeping Jesus at the center.So grab your Bible, your BTJ, or something to write on—and let's step in together.

Look to His Presence by Chicago Tabernacle

Be My Burning Guest I have come into my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh along with my balsam. I have eaten my honeycomb and my honey; I have drunk my wine and my milk. Eat, friends; drink and imbibe deeply, O lovers.” Last week, we learned: "Of all the righteous ones of Scripture, Avraham and Sarah were the best known for hospitality to strangers, especially when they received the three angels. (So 5:1) Good gardening is good hospitality to the voice of Adonai, His holy Presence. Because human beings, particularly believers walking in the Way of Yeshua, are in His image, practicing hospitality toward people of faith is an especially sweet fruit of the Ruach HaKodesh." Hospitality prepares us to be a part of the Garden of Eden conversation in the Scripture above. We can both invite the Bridegroom hospitably and remain in the Garden because we possess the vital character of hospitality without which a human cannot remain in the Garden. We can be a worthy guest...and friend...who will bless the Garden. To get a better handle on this trait, let's take a careful look at what hospitality is. What does the word mean? Hospitality: Middle English hospital, "residence for pilgrims and travelers, charitable institution providing residence for the poor and infirm," "guest accommodations" (probably by ellipsis from hospit?le cubiculum "sleeping room for guests"), noun derivative of hospit?lis "of a guest, of hospitality, hospitable” The Hebrew word for “guest” is kara ????? The KJV translates Strong's H7121 in the following manner: call (528x), cried (98x), read (38x), proclaim (36x), named (7x), guests (4x), invited (3x), gave (3x), renowned (3x), bidden (2x), preach (2x) Outline of Biblical Usage to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim (Qal) to call, cry, utter a loud sound to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) to proclaim to read aloud, read (to oneself), read to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint to call, name, give name to, call by The Book of Leviticus is "Vayikra" ["and called"], a book of holies, our calling to create a sanctuary of holiness for YHVH. This hospitality “preaches” His Presence to the earth and His desire to dwell with us. The Torah describes to us our holy "calling." Not only that, Adonai listens to the cries / proclamations of human beings, especially the poor and distressed. Somewhere in this world, your name can be proclaimed to Heaven, either in frustration, agony, and pain, or in gratefulness, relief, and consolation. How this works is that the needy “give name to” the situation in that home or community. A guest can “summon” Adonai's attention for blessing or chaos. He will actually come investigate the call for Divine help or proclamation of gratefulness! • Now the LORD appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, while he was sitting at the tent door in the heat of the day. When he raised his eyes and looked, behold, three men were standing opposite him; and when he saw them, he ran from the tent door to meet them and bowed down to the ground, and said, “My Lord, if now I have found favor in Your sight, please do not pass Your servant by. Please let a little water be brought and wash your feet, and make yourselves comfortable under the tree; and I will bring a piece of bread, so that you may refresh yourselves; after that you may go on, since you have visited your servant.” (Ge 18:1-5) Avraham understood what a special opportunity he had. Without a guest, who would bless? Righteous guests are given a Divine mandate to bless or destroy a home. It's an apocalyptic opportunity symbolic of the end of days. Washing feet and providing a safe place to rest with food is the ancient practice of hospitality to guests, especially honored guests. Yeshua told his disciples to honor one another, not a new commandment, but an affirmation and demonstration of an old pattern of hospitality.

Our suffering allows us to enter into Jesus' on the cross. When we offer everything back to Him on the altar at Mass, we receive the peace of His Presence in the midst of our suffering.Homily for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross 2025

**This Sunday's message from Pastor Jon Purkey will change your life.** In a bold, Spirit-led word titled *"The Power of His Presence,"* Pastor Jon reminds us that without God's presence, we are powerless, directionless, and spiritually dead. But with His presence? We have power, peace, transformation, and purpose.

**This Sunday's message from Pastor Jon Purkey will change your life.** In a bold, Spirit-led word titled *"The Power of His Presence,"* Pastor Jon reminds us that without God's presence, we are powerless, directionless, and spiritually dead. But with His presence? We have power, peace, transformation, and purpose.

One of the biggest problems we face today is not being fully present. We can miss out on living in the present because we are always thinking about the future or focused on comparing ourselves to others. Join our Pastor as he shares how to be present in your relationships, your calling, in stewardship and most importantly, with God. Tune into the first sermon in this series, “The Art of Being Present with His Presence.” If you'd like to learn more about our church or how you can be involved, you can do so at www.thisishilltop.church

When life feels overwhelming and your heart is troubled, Psalm 4:8 reminds us of God’s promise: “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.” In this devotional, Alexis A. Goring shares a personal story of how God used the song “I Will Rest in You” by Jaci Velasquez to bring peace in the middle of anxiety. Through Scripture, prayer, and resting in God’s presence, we are reminded that we can lay our burdens down and trust that He never abandons us. ✨ Highlights God never leaves us — He promises to be with us always (Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20) Honesty in prayer matters — God invites us to bring our deepest pain and struggles to Him (Psalm 62:8, Hebrews 4:13) God is our safe place — No matter how uncertain life feels, His presence offers protection and peace (Romans 8:35-39) Resting in Him — By casting our cares on God (1 Peter 5:7), we can release our anxiety and sleep in peace, knowing He never sleeps (Psalm 121:4) Practical encouragement — Share your heart with God, meditate on His promises, and trust Him to handle what you cannot

9-7-25 | To find true relationship with God, we must seek to be in His Presence. This is where we can dwell, abide, live, and grow to be like Him. We'll see you Sunday mornings at Friendship Church at 10:30 for this 7-week series. His Presence is not a place you go, it's a place you stay.

In her sermon Don't Misuse God's name by Pastor Kaily Morrow teaches that you radically love God by not misusing His Name. We addressed the principality of profanity in the city of Austin! Where people treat God's name without respect and with irreverence. While the enemy recognizes the power of God's name but people in today's culture doesn't. Jewish people have a fear of misusing God's name because they know if you misuse his name it would be dishonoring to His very being, His Presence and His Glory.

One of the biggest problems we face today is not being fully present. We can miss out on living in the present because we are always thinking about the future or focused on comparing ourselves to others. Join our Pastor as he shares how to be present in your relationships, your calling, in stewardship and most importantly, with God. Tune into the first sermon in this series, “The Art of Being Present with His Presence.” If you'd like to learn more about our church or how you can be involved, you can do so at www.thisishilltop.church

This is message 30 in The Power of God's Name Psalm 54:1-7 True deliverance comes not from human effort but from trusting fully in who God is. To call upon His name is to rely on His power, character, and faithfulness rather than our own strength. When opposition arises and solutions seem out of reach, faith chooses dependence on God instead of force, resting in His justice, His presence, and His promise to deliver. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc

Abraham and Sarah embarked on a journey to the land God had called them, armed with His Presence and His promise. Along the way there were mistakes made, sins committed, but at the end there was a miracle. What does God do in your life between mistakes and miracles?

Abraham and Sarah embarked on a journey to the land God had called them, armed with His Presence and His promise. Along the way there were mistakes made, sins committed, but at the end there was a miracle. What does God do in your life between mistakes and miracles?

Send us a textHello and welcome to the series “Stay in His Presence.” This is Episode 15 of Season 13, titled “Mary Magdalene”.We are celebrating five years of podcasting in 2025 by going into the archives and remastering the top episodes since June 20, 2020. . This is Stephanie, Wright. Thank you for joining us today. Let's get started He loved her so much that he died for her. And then He came back to life. She was the first one to bring the Good News of His resurrection to the world. Her name is Mary Magdalene. In this series, we are going to expound on truths and destroy myths about so-called bad girls of the Bible who were transformed into godly women memorialized in Holy Scripture.If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website and select www.cgmissions.com/podcasts, where all episodes are available by category in series format. You can see the most recent video and audio podcasts at: www.youtube.com/@cgmissionsinc then select from the video or podcast"Playlist." CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website:https://www.cgmissions.com/donate-here-general-and-wecare/

Whilst God blesses all of creation to flourish, People are specifically blessed by God's Word spoken directly to them. They are blessed to flourish in this blessed Place; blessed with a wonderful Purpose to Edenize the world and, most importantly to obediently walk in His Presence. In the Fall (disobedience, distrust, sin, autonomy) Man chose death, barring the way into Eden … but God has an unstoppable plan to bless through His Word.

In a world that feels shaky, what are you really standing on? This message declares that when God calls His people to “stand on business,” He's calling us to plant our faith, our trust, and our ten toes in what never moves—His promises, His provision, and His presence.Drawing from Joshua 1:3, we'll discover that everywhere we set our foot in faith, God moves. You'll learn how to:Stand on His Promises — trading uncertainty for the unshakable certainty of His Word.Stand on His Provision — trusting that the God who gave us His Son will supply every need.Stand on His Presence — finding rest and confidence knowing that He never leaves your side.This isn't a message about waiting for a miracle—it's about planting your feet and living like you believe what God said is already yours. It's time to stop sinking in the sand of fear and start standing on the solid rock of faith.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

The Power of His Presence!

Send us a textHello and welcome to “Stay in His Presence.” This is Episode 14, in Season 13.I'm your host, Stephanie Wright.We are celebrating five years of podcasting in 2025 by revisiting our archives and remastering the top ten episodes since June 20, 2020. Last time we were together, we went into the archives and retrieved Rahab Part 1, the top episode since we started podcasting. This time, we will continue with Rahab Part 2, another of the top ten episodes since 2020. There will be some updates to the podcast, so if you were with us in 2020, listen for a few changes and more words of inspiration.Thank you for joining us today as we revisit the series “Bad Girls, Gone Good: Rahab, Part 2.”Thank you for joining us today for the conclusion of our study on Rahab. Another "Bible Bad Girl Gone Good."Now stay tuned as Dr. Charles Wright closes us out with information on how you may contact us and access other podcasts.Until next time. If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website and select www.cgmissions.com/podcasts, where all episodes are available by category in series format. You can see the most recent video and audio podcasts at: www.youtube.com/@cgmissionsinc then select from the video or podcast"Playlist." CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website:https://www.cgmissions.com/donate-here-general-and-wecare/

Alexis A. Goring reminds us that when we mess up, God meets us with compassion, grace, and mercy—not condemnation. Reflecting on a personal story from her time at Williams-Sonoma, Alexis draws a beautiful parallel to how God gently asks, “Are you okay?” before addressing our mistakes. Through Scripture and the inspiring song “Savior to Me” by Kerrie Roberts, she highlights God’s enduring love and His desire to restore what feels broken. ✨ Highlights The power of compassion over condemnation when we make mistakes How God’s heart is like a caring friend who checks on us first (“Are you okay?”) Biblical assurance of God’s mercy and grace that renews every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23) The hope found in Jesus Christ, the Savior who understands our pain and restores us A reminder that God can heal what we thought was permanently broken

Coleton preached from Luke 19:1–10, the story of Zacchaeus, to show how Jesus transforms lives through love, not guilt or fear. Zacchaeus, a wealthy tax collector despised by others, was radically changed when Jesus chose to stay at his house. His response—giving to the poor and repaying those he wronged—demonstrates how experiencing Christ's love leads to deep transformation. Coleton emphasized that this is how the gospel works: it is God's power to change us, not our willpower or religious effort. Many try to change through fear, guilt, selfishness, or striving for God's approval, but true transformation comes only by experiencing His love. Two Cultures Coleton Wants for C3 Church     1.    A Culture Saturated with the Gospel     •    The gospel reveals God's deep love for us. The more it saturates our hearts and minds, the more it transforms us into people of forgiveness, generosity, and love.     •    This also corrects our distorted views of God. Jesus revealed the Father as merciful, kind, and gracious, not condemning or distant.     •    Practices like communion, confession, discipleship groups, preaching, and worship exist to root us in God's love and remind us that with Him we are safe, forgiven, and deeply loved.     2.    A Culture of Pursuit     •    God invites us to seek Him, and He responds to those who do. Scripture testifies that He rewards those who pursue Him (Hebrews 11:6; Matthew 6:33).     •    Pursuit is about encountering God in the present—not just being grateful for salvation in the past or hopeful for heaven in the future. Like the people Jesus healed, we can have present-tense testimonies of how He works in our lives today.     •    Coleton called for building rhythms of prayer, worship, discipleship, and spiritual practices so that seeking God becomes natural. These create space for God's presence, power, and blessing to shape us. Ultimately, Coleton's vision is for C3 to be a church so different from the world that stepping into it feels like culture shock—an environment formed by the gospel and pursuit of God where lives are continually transformed. ⸻ Discipleship Group Discussion Questions 1.    Zacchaeus' life was transformed not by fear or guilt but by experiencing Jesus' love. How have you personally experienced God's love transforming you? 2.    Which of the four “religious motivators” (fear, guilt, selfishness, or trying to earn God's love) do you most struggle with? How does the gospel (how God actually loves you) free you from that? 3.    In what ways has your view of God been distorted in the past? How does Jesus reshape that view? 4. If someone asked you today, “What has Jesus done for you recently?” what story would you be able to share? 5. Pursuing God requires intentional effort. What practices (prayer, Scripture, accountability, worship) help you stay consistent in seeking Him? Where are you struggling to pursue Him right now? 6. How can your group help each other create a “culture of pursuit”—seeking God not just individually but together? ⸻ Quotes from Authors     •    Leon Morris: “The gospel is not advice to people, suggesting that they lift themselves. It is power. It lifts them up. Paul does not say that the gospel brings power, but that it is power.”     •    Greg Boyd: “Despite our sin our creator thinks that we are worth experiencing a hellish death for. It was for the joy of spending eternity with us that Jesus endured the cross. In other words Calvary reveals our unsurpassable worth and significance to God. At the core of our being, this is what we long for.”     •    A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God: “Why do some people ‘find' God in a way that others do not? Why does God manifest His Presence to some and let multitudes of others struggle along in the half-light of imperfect Christian experience? Certainly the will of God is the same for all. He has no favorites. All He has ever done for any of His children He will do for all of His children. The difference lies, not with God, but with us.”     •    Craig Dykstra: “Practices are the nuclear reactors of the Christian faith, arenas where the gospel and human life come together in energizing, explosive ways. Practices create openings in our lives where the grace, mercy, and presence of God may be made known to us.”  

In this profoundly moving episode, Liz Wright is joined by Pastor Bill Johnson for an intimate conversation about loss, mystery, and the kind of faith that only suffering can produce. Drawing from his personal journey—especially the passing of his wife—Bill shares wisdom and unveils how surrender becomes the greatest act of worship in grief. He invites us to see our initial responses to pain as sacred opportunities: offerings we will never again be able to give in eternity. Together, they explore how real trust grows not in answers, but in His Presence, and how our mourning can lead either to unbelief or divine comfort. Bill unpacks the danger of exalting human reasoning over the goodness of God and offers a blueprint for living anchored in trust. This episode is a spiritual reset for anyone in pain, reminding us that our greatest inheritance is not just healing—but Him. You will walk away comforted, steadied, and deeply seen.Related MaterialsWhat if Your Loss Could Spark a Divine Breakthrough? When prayers seem to go unanswered, when the miracle you want is nowhere to be found, when the pain of loss sears your soul, how will you respond? For months, thousands around the globe prayed for a miraculous healing for Beni, beloved wife of pastor Bill Johnson, that never came. At Bethel Church, a global outpost of revival known for its signs and wonders, her passing thundered through the community like an avalanche in the valley. In this powerful new book, Bill draws from scripture and his own experience of deep personal loss, teaching you how to process your pain with God and experience new dimensions of His presence available in times of suffering.

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍