Podcasts about Housefires

KP chats with worship and singer songwriter Nate Moore. Nate is known for songs like "Yes and Amen" and "Son of Suffering" as well as traveling and leading for years with HouseFires. His new music has a fresh perspective and we get into all the good stuff. Such a fun conversation!  Connect with Nate: Instagram: @natemoore  Music: https://realfun.ffm.to/simpify Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hxp9zz5Y5d8Htno5hpk66 ++++++ This episode was brought to you by PraiseCharts. If you are a Worship leader or musician, when it comes to leading in church or playing worship music, you need reliable, high-quality music resources. That's exactly what PraiseCharts provides. With tens of thousands of songs available in chord charts through orchestrations plus stems, you won't struggle to find the songs you want and make things work for your setting—just instant access to the music your team needs. Check out PraiseCharts.com today and see how it can transform your worship ministry! ++++++++++ To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com 

Housefires: Fuel For The Fire (It's Not Good To Run Out Of Wood) | Pastor Derrick Frye by Connect Church

 This week, I heard a powerful song, Threshing Floor by Steven McWhirter and Housefires, and it stirred something deep in me. The threshing floor is a place of separation and revelation—a place where repentance happens and restoration begins. In this episode, we dive into Matthew 3:12 and the story of David in 2 Samuel 24, reflecting on what it means to lay everything before God. I share personal lessons from my week—trusting God with small beginnings, pressing into humility in marriage, and embracing creative flow as worship. Be encouraged to surrender, worship, and let the Holy Spirit refine your heart. You are seen, and you are not alone. 

Housefires: How To Have A Dynamic Spiritual Life | Pastor Devon Frye by Connect Church

Housefires: It's A Good Day For A Miracle | Devon Frye by Connect Church

Housefires: Are You Cozy? | Jeff Osborne by Connect Church

Housefires: A Fascination With Fire | Deryck Frye by Connect Church

Today we're joined by one of our favorite worship collectives, Housefires! We talk to them about their new project, spontaneous worship, mission and more. Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, covering everything from the first Christian presence at the world's largest hip-hop festival, to the Pope's advice for pastors' sermon lengths, to the surprising thing that inspired Jalen Suggs and an unexpected Orlando Magic win. At the end of the show, we have your feedback about your unexpected Spotify Wrapped results! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join us as Austin share the first message in our Housefire series, based on Matthew 21:12-17.

Join us as Austin shares a message on Passion Driven Prayer for our Housefire series.

In our latest House Fires sermon series video, Austin explores the transformative power of Spirit-assisted prayer. He will dive into Romans 8:18-28 showing how the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness, especially when we face suffering and don't know how to pray. In this video we will unpack three forms of Spirit-assisted prayer: speaking in tongues, travailing in intercession, and praying for our enemies. If you've ever felt stuck in your prayer life or overwhelmed by the world's problems, this message is for you. Join us in learning how we can become "housefires" of prayer, igniting change in our communities and beyond.

In 2021, Maverick City Music released the song, I Thank God.  It has become a standard worship song in many churches.  Today we look at I Thank God as part of our Music Monday episode because the message of this song is so strong and important for us.  The sample link for today is for a version of the song from Housefires.  You will enjoy it. https://youtu.be/VcmA1QYqubg?si=P-23Ngzgzn-LNBF8   Support the show

Today we're joined by worship collective Housefires! Plus, we talk to the creator of the new Bible epic 'The Covenant,' Derek brings a can't-miss story, we have RELEVANT Buzz and your feedback at the end. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kierre Bjorn Lindsay - During this season, we are taking some time in our gatherings to follow the liturgical calendar and spend some time in the traditional themes of Advent. This weekend we centered ourselves on the theme of peace through song, reading, and candle lighting. Wherever you are over the next month we hope that this liturgies offer the time to pause and reflect this holiday season. We had the opportunity to welcome a new friend, Kierre Bjorn, as he led us this weekend. Kierre is the Central Worship Pastor at Celebration Church and a singer-songwriter who has worked with Common Hymnal, Housefires, Maverick City Music, and more.

Blake Wiggins of Housefires joins the podcast to talk about their latest record, How To Start A Housefire. From recording styles to fears and insecurities–we talk about it all. Listen until the end where Jason shares his biggest takeaway from this conversation and how he applied it in his own life when insecurities came up. Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Worship Artistry, Jason Houtsma, and Kristina Kislyanka on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at marketing@worshipartistry.com.

Blake Wiggins of Housefires joins the podcast to talk about their latest record, How To Start A Housefire. From recording styles to fears and insecurities–we talk about it all. Listen until the end where Jason shares his biggest takeaway from this conversation and how he applied it in his own life when insecurities came up. Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Worship Artistry, Jason Houtsma, and Kristina Kislyanka on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at marketing@worshipartistry.com.

This message was Recorded at "Housefires". It challenges us to refocus on our kingdom mandate.

Nate Moore is a writer and artist with Housefires, plus he's a worship leader, a songwriter, and a pastor and today he's talking with Sadie about making music and making moments with people that you love, why doing a FEW things well is one of the best pieces of advice he's ever received, and how to turn "have-to" into "get-to" in your faith walk. Nate admits his early years as a Christian were a "check-the-box" version: read your Bible - check, go to church - check, pray - check  — but an experience in college changed all that and his outlook transformed to a "get-to" attitude in his walk with God. Sadie and Nate share different ways they experienced the call of God on their lives and reiterate that when God's calling you, it doesn't have to make sense to anyone else! Nate remembers the early days in Atlanta where Housefires began and the moment he says was "the most special moment in worship he's ever seen" when "Good Good Father" was first spoken — and he has Sadie saying, "That's SO good" many times when he explains the origin of his first tattoo and how a two-degree shift can change EVERYTHING for you in your life!  https://www.trymiracle.com/whoa — Get 40% off + 3 FREE towels with code WHOA at checkout! https://athleticgreens.com/whoa — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D & 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase! https://www.auraframes.com — Get up to $30 off on Aura's best-selling frames when you use code WHOA at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housefires members Kirby Kaple and Ryan Ellis join Loop Live to talk about their upcoming album, the vision and mission behind Housefires and more!

In the middle of our week looking at how God is after our hearts, in today's devotional we're going to focus on what it means to live with an open heart. Every day, every moment is an opportunity to live with an open heart, or to live with walls up around our hearts. And God's pursuit of us, his steadfast love, affords us a pathway to open ourselves with confidence and security. May he fills us with courage and grace today as we experience his nearness together. Our Scripture for today comes from Proverbs 4:23, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires.  -- Thank you for listening to today's podcast. As someone who's seen God use First15 in your own life, we imagine you'd appreciate the opportunity to pay it forward.  That's why we want to invite you to become a First15 Monthly Partner! The amount of your monthly donation isn't what matters. What matters is knowing that every dollar you give helps create content to help more believers connect with God each day. Because the more lives are changed by an encounter with God, the more we'll see God's kingdom come on earth. So please consider becoming a First15 Monthly Partner today. Visit supportfirst15.org to make a donation — and thank you for your generosity!  Thanks again for listening, have a wonderful rest of your day, and may God bless you as you seek him.

On this episode of The Sinsational Unicorn, Ryan and Anna take you to our content party, if Ryan doesn't burn down the House. Then Anna meets her new boyfriend at Walmart. And finally we educate you on the world of Chatterbate. And yes.... lots of sex along the way, All this and more on The Sinsational Unicorn.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesinsationalunicorn/support

Brendan Burke and Bradden Ford review Sean Be's debut album "To Come This Far." The bros are joined with Sean Be himself as they dive into this debut album. We also discuss some new music that came out January 27th 2023 from Housefires, Ella Hartt, David Leonard, Decfyer Down, & Colton Dixon

We are excited to share our first episode of 2023! Recorded right before the Christmas holiday, Chris Baker spoke with Nate Moore, Kirby Kaple and Ryan Ellis of Housefires as they unpacked the conception of their group: how Housefires grew out of a desire to create approachable resources for their community and how they've fostered humble collaboration by encouraging vulnerability. They also touch on their upcoming album, How To Start a Housefire, coming out this Friday! You'll be able to stream the record everywhere and find all the resources you need on MultiTracks.com. Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

In today's episode: How I love spiritual growth! It's one of my favorite topics. Today we are digging into ways you can expand the boundaries of your spiritual life by pursuing new things, regaining lost things, and developing specific things. Listen in to find some new ideas and get a refresher on how your spiritual life deserves attention. ***VIParts of this episode to refer to: Gal 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Dwell App Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Music mentioned: Johnnyswim, Maverick City Worship, Upper Room, Housefires, Jenn Johnson, Bryan and Katie Torwalt, United Pursuit Band, Harvest, Josh Garrels, David Brymer, Lauren Daigle, Jonathon David and Melissa Helser, Cory Asbury, Kelanie Goeckler, Lindy Cofer, Kimberly and Alberto Rivera Practicing the Presence of God The Power of Communion: Accessing Miracles Through the Body and Blood of Jesus   Welcome to the Christian Life Coach Collective!

Housefires joins us to discuss their new album and why they think worship music is changing. The cast talks about why Rainn Wilson would rather be called Rainfall Heatwave Extreme Winter Wilson, a brand new game where you can play Jesus, and the fact that Jerry Springer FINALLY apologized. Also, stick around for the end for a hilarious round of table topics! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/relevantpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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James AND Kelly have a REAL conversation about her House fire, Dancing with the Stars and General Hospital, where she plays Sam!

Nick talks with Maryanne J. George about her journey in music including Maverick City Music and her upcoming solo album. Maryanne shares about how her family shaped her pursuit of worship music, the heart behind Mav City, how to pursue healthy cowriting dynamics, and what it's like to be a woman in a male-dominated industry like the music industry. Maryanne J. George is a worship leader, songwriter, and vocalist best known for her work with Maverick City Music. You've likely heard her songwriting and worship leading on songs like “Such An Awesome God,” “Hymn of the Ages,” and “To You.” Maryanne recently led worship for Passion 2021, and is set to release a solo album in 2021. Maryanne lives with her husband in St. Louis, MO. Leave your favorite takeaway from Episode 3 in the comments @thesecretchordpodcast on Instagram. ———————— MARYANNE J GEORGE Follow Maryanne on Instagram @maryannejgeorge Follow Maverick City Music on Instagram @maverickcitymusic Listen & follow Maryanne on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3tvZTPy MUSIC Maryanne's songs can be heard on “Maverick City Vol. 3 Parts 1 & 2,” “You Hold It All Together” & “Move Your Heart” (Maverick City Music & Upperroom), and “Housefires & Friends” wherever you listen to music. Listen to all the artists featured on Season 1 of The Secret Chord on our Spotify playlist: https://spoti.fi/3cHiq5z THE SECRET CHORD For new episode info follow TSC on Instagram @thesecretchordpodcast Theme music by Mountaintops: https://spoti.fi/3tDEvbs --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-secret-chord-podcast/support

In the middle of our week looking at how God is after our hearts, in today's devotional we're going to focus on what it means to live with an open heart. Every day, every moment is an opportunity to live with an open heart, or to live with walls up around our hearts. And God's pursuit of us, his steadfast love, affords us a pathway to open ourselves with confidence and security. May he fills us with courage and grace today as we experience his nearness together. Our Scripture for today comes from Proverbs 4:23, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. Align your Heart with God's True Intention Your heart, that place that holds your identity, affections, emotions, uniqueness, could not be more valuable. And in a world that is constantly vying for your heart, asking for your time, energy, and affection, learning to guard and nourish your heart could not be more important. Heart is the second issue of our printed devotionals for this year, and is the perfect way to experience the content of First15 in February. Click HERE to get your copy of Heart today and start aligning your heart with God's true intent!

Today we'll explore what I hope is the fruit of every day's devotional, communion with God. We serve a God who is simply after being with us. Every moment of every day is a chance to let God in, to live in real restored relationship with him. May God guide us ever closer to him as we create room for him to fill right now. Our Scripture for today comes from John 15:4-5, and today's worship is Come to the River by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

In the last podcast of this year, we're going to take time to simply make space for God to fill. Whenever we make a little room in our day, and in our hearts for God, it always amazes me how he can fill us with exactly what we need. So today, simply make room for God for whatever you need most, and allow him to fill that space with his good and perfect nearness. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 46:10, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

For many, relationships can often the greatest source of joy, or be the quickest thing to rob us of peace. As we seek to walk in transcendent peace, it's vital we seek peace in life's relationships. It is vital we take the path of humility and considering others more significant than ourselves. Today we'll dive into how live in harmony with others and experience the peace of heaven in our friendships, families and work lives. Our Scripture for today comes from Colossians 3:15, and today's worship is Coming Home by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

Seeing God correctly is essential to centering your life around him and his presence. Many of us have a tainted view of earthly fathers, but today God wants to renew your view of him as your perfect heavenly Father. As we grow in understanding of God's perfect love and relation to us, may centering your life around his presence come naturally. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Corinthians 8:6, and today's worship is Good Good Father by Housefires featuring Pat Barrett. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15.

There is nothing in the world more freeing than being loved as you are. Today we'll be exploring how God's love has set us free as we continue in our week of the simplicity of love. Having God's love and affection from the start before giving him anything in return frees us from the burdens and weight of having to earn his love and strive for his affections. Today God wants us to step out in and fully live experiencing that freedom as beloved children. May your heart be even a little more free today after a fresh encounter with the Father's love. Our Scripture for today comes from Romans 8:13, and today's worship is Glorious Day by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

As we wrap up our week on God's heart to meet with man, today we'll look at the encouraging story of John on the island of Patmos. Right when we think we're unusable, a season is too dry or we're past our prime, God comes and speaks fresh life and vision. If you find yourself like John on Patmos today, I pray God brings a new word of courage and life to you despite your season. Our Scripture for today comes from Revelation 1:17-19, and today's worship is Never Run Dry by Housefires. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

Living an abundant life here and now is as simple as tapping into the rich, boundless, intimate relationship God has made available to us with him through the sacrifice of Jesus. We tend to believe so many lies about the Father's heart for us, when he really has made it so simple for us to come to him. God is for us and desires to walk closely with us, all we have to do is say yes to his invitation. Will you consider saying yes today? Our Scripture for today comes from Revelation 3:20, and today's worship is We Say Yes by Housefires feat Tony Brown. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

Every single one of us has an innate need to know we're loved. And yet, so many of us go too many days wondering or unsure of the love our heavenly Father has for us. Today as we continue our week on living for heaven, we're going to dive into our need to be loved and to love others deeply in order to be successful in this pursuit toward heaven. God doesn't want you to even go one day without knowing how truly loved you are. Our Scripture for today comes from John 15:9, and today's worship is Abide by Housefires featuring Nate Moore. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.  Click here to help even more people encounter God through the ministry of First15. 

The story of the prodigal son moves my heart to delve into new depths of God's limitless grace. I find myself in every facet of Jesus' words of this story. I identify with the younger son's rebellion. I identify with the older son's judgement and resentment. I identify with the experience of the father's compassion and love. Today we begin a week long focus at this lifegiving, and perception shattering story of Jesus, the story of the prodigal son. May God draw you even closer to him this week, and teach of you his redemptive and life changing love. Our Scripture for today comes from John 1:6, and today's worship is Coming Home by Housefires. If you feel called to support First15 financially and double your impact today with a matching grant, you may give here or text GIVE15 to 50700. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. 

In a world that knocks us down, joy can feel so elusive. But Scripture is filled with encouragement, that there is a joy available to us in God that transcends the pain and suffering of the world.  This week we're going to take time every day to open our hearts and receive the joy of the Father, that we could be children marked by the joy of heaven. May you discover the greater portion of joy available to you through the Spirit as you encounter the heart of your Father this week. Our Scripture for today comes from Nehemiah 8:10, and today's worship is Joy by HOUSEFIRES. If you feel called to support First15 financially and double your impact today with a matching grant, you may give here or text GIVE15 to 50700. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.

As we continue our week on God being our Father, we look today at how God encourages us. There is nothing like an encouraging word from the Father when we're feeling low and discouraged. Sometimes life can be daunting, and our good Father knows just what to say when we need to hear it most. If you're feeling discouraged today, I pray the Lord speaks courage to your weary heart and strengthens your weary bones to keep running the race set before you. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 27:14, and today's worship is I'll Give Thanks by Housefires featuring Kirby Kaple. If you feel called to support First15 financially and double your impact today with a matching grant, you may give here or text GIVE15 to 50700. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website.

Loving others is one of the most important and difficult commands Jesus gave us. We are a messy, needy, and broken people. We constantly have to deal with our own wounds and the wounds of others. But if we can learn to love others well, rich, life-giving relationship will be our reward. May you receive the love of your Father given you by his grace, and be empowered to love others this week as we look to grow in our obedience of Jesus' command to love others. Our Scripture for today comes from Proverbs 19:11, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires feat. Kirby Kaple. If you feel called to support First15 financially and double your impact today with a matching grant, you may give here or text GIVE15 to 50700. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. 

The absolute, most important single act of the children of God is making space to encounter our heavenly Father in the secret place. Abiding in God is the foundation on which every other aspect of the Christian life finds success. It establishes roots which enable us to receive all that we need to bear the fruit of the Spirit. It guides us to constant refreshment and revival in God's presence, thereby supplying and sustaining the abundant life God intends for us. My prayer is that you would be marked by wonderful, satisfying, and fulfilling encounters with the presence of God as we look at John 15:1-17 this week. Our Scripture for today comes from John 15:4, and today's worship is Abide by Housefires feat. Nate Moore. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here. We'd love your feedback! Please help us improve our podcast by filling out our survey here.

As we continue our week on knowing God's heart, today we'll explore the idea of continually seeking God in our day to day lives, rather than living off of one-time experiences. God is always available to us, and as his children, we have his Spirit speaking to us as all times, in all places. May we walk away today more inclined to listen and more open to finding God in unexpected ways. Our Scripture for day comes from 1 Chronicles 16:11, and today's worship is This Love by Housefires featuring Pat Barrett. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here. We'd love your feedback! Please help us improve our podcast by filling out our survey here.

In the middle of our week looking at how God is after our hearts, in today's devotional we're going to focus on what it means to live with an open heart. Every day, every moment is an opportunity to live with an open heart, or to live with walls up around our hearts. And God's pursuit of us, his steadfast love, affords us a pathway to open ourselves with confidence and security. May he fills us with courage and grace today as we experience his nearness together. Our Scripture for day comes from Proverbs 4:23, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires featuring Kirby Kaple. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here. Do you love to journal? Share your experiences with journaling here.

In today's podcast, we're going to go deeper into the place of trust, seeking to open up more of our hearts to our good and loving Father, so we can experience more of his promises, moment by moment. Without trust, we'll miss out on so many of the gifts God wants to give us every day. Without trust, our hearts will be closed off to the fullness of what this life has to offer us. May we as God's children trust him more fully today in response to his trustworthiness. Our Scripture for today comes from Isaiah 26:3-4, and today's worship is Yes And Amen by Housefires featuring Nate Moore. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here.

In today's podcast, we're continuing our series of taking hold of God's promises by looking at his promise of strength. Every day I wake up, I'm reminded of my weakness. No human has ever lived a perfect day. But the goodness of this promise lies in that God promises his strength when we are weak. In his grace, you and I can live with the real, meaningful, and powerful strength of our God. Our Scripture for today comes from Isaiah 41:10, and today's worship is You Are My Peace by Housefires featuring Nate Moore. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here.

James 2:26 tells us, “Faith apart from works is dead.” If we are going to experience the fullness of life offered to us through our faith we must be those who put our words into action. We must not profess to love God on Sunday and live as if he isn't present, real, or good on Monday. May your faith come alive this week as you seek to be a doer of the word. Our Scripture for today comes from James 2:26, and today's worship is The Wick by Housefires featuring Pat Barrett. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here.

This week we'll look at a vital spiritual practice to all those seeking to grow in God: tilling the soil of the heart. Jesus spoke in Matthew 13 of two different types of soil—hard and soft. God longs for us to till the soil of our hearts that we might be receptive to the seed of his word and bear fruit. May your heart become more responsive to the presence, will, and love of God this week as you cultivate good soil with the help of the Holy Spirit. Our Scripture for today comes from Matthew 13:23, and today's worship is Open Space by Housefires featuring Kirby Kaple. First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact page on the website. And, if you feel called to support First15 financially, you may give here.