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God is bigger than whatever you're facing in life right now. But not only is He all-powerful, but very loving. In this message, Pastor Greg Laurie teaches on God's deep love for you, faith in the storm, and much more. Notes: Focus verse - 1 John 4 There will be more false prophets and false messiahs in the last days. “Don’t believe every spirit. Test them, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”1 John 4:1 The bible speaks of the spiritual battle we are engaged in. The bible tells us, “To take up the whole armor of God.” Hebrews 13:2 Read 1 John 4:1–3 #1 We are in a spiritual war. Antichrist will be a real person, a world leader; he will deceive the world. John was refuting Gnosticism. Gnostics believed salvation came through “hidden spiritual knowledge,” not Christ. To be a Christian, you must believe that Jesus was born of a virgin and was God among us.He was fully God and fully man and He died on the cross for our sins.He bodily rose again three days later, and He will come again. The purpose of 1 John was so we could know God,and so you could know you have eternal life. I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God,so that you may know you have eternal life.1 John 5:13 (NLT) John uses the word ginosko for 'know'.John is saying, “there is no secret knowledge, you can know this now.” #2 God is bigger and greater than everyone and everything.1 John 4:4 God is greater than Satan, greater than sin, greater than your problem. A. Moses at the Red SeaGod said, “I will fight for you, you need only to be still.”Exodus 14:14 B. David and GoliathGoliath was big, but God was bigger. C. The disciples on the Sea of GalileeJesus was bigger than the storm. #3 If we really know God, we will love others.1 John 4:7–11 #1 God is light.1 John 1:1–2:2 #2 God is love.1 John 2:3–4:21 #3 God is life.1 John 5 Light and love are inseparable, as are truth and grace. Light exposes darkness.Love reaches out to the people in darkness. #4 God’s love is greater than our worst fears.I John 4:18 This is simply having the confidence that you are loved and forgiven by God.He lovingly will guide your life and one day welcome you to heaven. If you are living in fear, especially fear of judgement,you have not yet grasped what it is to be loved by God. Jesus absorbed God’s wrath for you. #5 God will never stop loving you.Romans 8:38–39 Fears change with the passing of time. God has something to say to us at every stage of life. #6 Our love for God is a response to God’s love for us.1 John 4:19 God’s love is what draws us to Him. We’re remembering that love moved in, and fear had to move out. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God is bigger than whatever you're facing in life right now. But not only is He all-powerful, but very loving. In this message, Pastor Greg Laurie teaches on God's deep love for you, faith in the storm, and much more. Notes: Focus verse - 1 John 4 There will be more false prophets and false messiahs in the last days. “Don’t believe every spirit. Test them, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”1 John 4:1 The bible speaks of the spiritual battle we are engaged in. The bible tells us, “To take up the whole armor of God.” Hebrews 13:2 Read 1 John 4:1–3 #1 We are in a spiritual war. Antichrist will be a real person, a world leader; he will deceive the world. John was refuting Gnosticism. Gnostics believed salvation came through “hidden spiritual knowledge,” not Christ. To be a Christian, you must believe that Jesus was born of a virgin and was God among us.He was fully God and fully man and He died on the cross for our sins.He bodily rose again three days later, and He will come again. The purpose of 1 John was so we could know God,and so you could know you have eternal life. I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God,so that you may know you have eternal life.1 John 5:13 (NLT) John uses the word ginosko for 'know'.John is saying, “there is no secret knowledge, you can know this now.” #2 God is bigger and greater than everyone and everything.1 John 4:4 God is greater than Satan, greater than sin, greater than your problem. A. Moses at the Red SeaGod said, “I will fight for you, you need only to be still.”Exodus 14:14 B. David and GoliathGoliath was big, but God was bigger. C. The disciples on the Sea of GalileeJesus was bigger than the storm. #3 If we really know God, we will love others.1 John 4:7–11 #1 God is light.1 John 1:1–2:2 #2 God is love.1 John 2:3–4:21 #3 God is life.1 John 5 Light and love are inseparable, as are truth and grace. Light exposes darkness.Love reaches out to the people in darkness. #4 God’s love is greater than our worst fears.I John 4:18 This is simply having the confidence that you are loved and forgiven by God.He lovingly will guide your life and one day welcome you to heaven. If you are living in fear, especially fear of judgement,you have not yet grasped what it is to be loved by God. Jesus absorbed God’s wrath for you. #5 God will never stop loving you.Romans 8:38–39 Fears change with the passing of time. God has something to say to us at every stage of life. #6 Our love for God is a response to God’s love for us.1 John 4:19 God’s love is what draws us to Him. We’re remembering that love moved in, and fear had to move out. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Dose of Hope May 22, 2025 Day 4 of Week 8   Scripture – Matthew 4:1-11   Prayer:  Holy and Almighty Father, We come to you today with humble hearts.  We know we are broken and need you.  We are weak.  We are vulnerable to temptation.  Lord, fill us with your strength.  Give us your stamina and wisdom.  We can't do this life without you, Lord.  It's in the powerful name of Jesus we pray, Amen.   Welcome back, everyone, to the daily devotional that complements New Hope Church's Bible reading plan.  This is the Daily Dose of Hope, a Deep Dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we begin Matthew 4.   In the first portion of this chapter, Jesus is led into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan.  The Judean wilderness doesn't look like a forest, by any means.  Rather, it is dry, rocky, and hot.  It is more like a desert with rocks.  Let's start by envisioning that.    The first big question is why did the Spirit lead Jesus into the wilderness knowing what would happen?  We can assume that this is part of getting Jesus ready for his public ministry.  Jesus has the credentials and the authority, but now he gets to have the experience of coming face to face with evil.  Consider this: He has just been baptized and the Spirit is with him.  Afterall, the Spirit didn't leave him in the desert.  But he then allows himself to be made weak with lack of food.  Remember, Jesus was God but he was also human.  He allows himself to be made physically weak for this purpose – to demonstrate that he could still resist temptation.   Now, he is ready to face his main adversary.  And as you read this, notice that the devil is never in control of the situation.  Jesus is.  He may be weak, tired and hungry, but he is totally in control.  Jesus is strong and ready for each and every temptation.  In this scene, Jesus gives us a powerful picture of how to go into a spiritual battle, leaning totally and completely on the Word of God.    What were the temptations?  There is the temptation to make stones into bread (remember, he was fasting), the temptation to hurl himself down from the top of the Temple and have God rescue him, and the temptation to have political leadership over all the Kingdoms of the world.  Satan's temptations get immediately to the core question of Jesus' identity, calling into question his relationship with God by beginning with, “If you are the Son of God….” This relationship, announced earlier at his baptism, is now confirmed through Jesus' unwavering trust in God.   These temptations in the wilderness are not one-time experiences, they are tests that are preparing Jesus for his earthly ministry.  Jesus is going to be confronted with all kinds of evil.  He will cast out demons.  He will battle Satan on many fronts.  He will face all kinds of physical and emotional pain.  Think about the cross.  This is good news for us.  Jesus has, after all, already gone before us into the most forsaken places in the wilderness.  Jesus has been tempted and won the victory over temptation and Satan.  We can too, with his help.  But he isn't asking us to go anywhere he hasn't already been.   Spiritual warfare is real. At least a quarter of Jesus' ministry dealt specifically with the conflict between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of darkness.  Jesus was God with flesh on and he came to crush Satan under his feet.  On the cross, Jesus has won the victory and the ultimate divine victory is not in doubt.  But the spiritual forces of evil have not totally conceded.  We live in this in between time.  Victory in Jesus Christ is ours.  In the spiritual sense, we possess everything necessary as Kingdom people, we are children of God, redeemed, reconciled, and make right in Christ.  That being said, in this in between time, there will still be spiritual warfare, there are still difficult battles to be fought, there will still be destruction, and there will be casualties.  The apostle John wrote in I John 5:19, “We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one.”   And so the church stands its ground and uses everything God has equipped her with to resist evil.  In today's passage, Jesus gives us a great example of how to do this.    When it comes to spiritual warfare, here are some things to consider:   -God has an enemy who is committed to working against his people and his work in this world.    -This isn't really our battle.  It is God's battle.  We are simply joining him in this mission of fighting back darkness.  And we have nothing to fear in the midst of it, as long as we stay close to Jesus.  It's when we start wondering off on our own that we may have problems.  So, submit yourself to God.  The enemy wants to keep you from growing in your walk with Jesus.  Give yourself over to God; stay focused on him.    -As believers, we aren't to go on the offensive but rather to be prepared for a defensive battle.  Stand firm in doing good and obeying God's will.  Stay faithful.  When you do that, you are pushing back darkness. Don't be surprised if the enemy tries to trip you up and make you ineffective.  Keep proclaiming Jesus but expect opposition.  Anytime we do something significant for the Kingdom, expect opposition.    -God will give us the equipment and strength we need to stay strong.  God provides us with everything we need, the Bible, the armor, the protection, and the prayer connection.   -Be careful not to open yourself up to things that are not of God.  There are some things that we think are kind of harmless, like psychics, tarot cards, Ouija boards, crystals, a lot of the new age stuff.  While some of it might have no power, some of it does.  I've known of people who had really powerful and scary experiences with some of this.  At times, it can be really accurate.  Please know that power doesn't come from God.  As Christians, we should not be exposing ourselves to anything that is remotely evil; it isn't something to play around with.  It's serious.    I truly think Satan's attacks are getting more intense at the same time that many western Christians are not taking spiritual warfare seriously at all.  Satan rejoices in self-centered Christianity.  Satan loves the fact that so many of our churches could care less about leading people to Jesus.  But we are at war – we are at war for the souls of our children, our grandchildren, and our greatgrandchildren.  If the Kingdom of Darkness makes the church ineffective, then they are winning the battle.  And the casualties are really huge.    Blessings, Pastor Vicki

Welcome to the Rogue Five Rundown Episode 14! Sorry for the delay! I (John) was on vacation. You know, rocking out to TWO NIGHTS of Metallica!! In this update, we're covering the latest trends and sales in the vintage and modern toy collectible market from May 2nd to May 7th, 2025. Find out what's hot, what's not, and what to keep an eye on in the world of toy collecting. Be sure to collect with us at: roguefivetoys.com

"Just as much as our kids are dependent upon us, we are dependent upon the Lord."   Kim Shadday has years of experience as a mother and as a biblical counselor. She joins me in this episode to share her journey of spiritual growth and how motherhood transformed her walk with God. Through the different seasons that motherhood brings, God taught Kim more about who He was and how she could reflect His character to her children.    We walk through the seasons of... Infancy: Learning to Trust and Rely on God Toddler Years: Patience in the Chaos Elementary Years: Consistency and Repetition Junior High: Grace and Gratitude High School: Stregthening Relationships and Trust Young Adulthood: Season of Transition May this conversation encourage you in your mom walk with God!   Scriptures Referenced: Deut. 6:1-9 Psalm 139:7; 32:8; 143:10 Prov 22:6; 3:5-6 John 13:15 Rom 12:10; 14:12 II Cor 3:18 Gal 6:9 Eph 3:7 Phil 4:13; 1:6 James 1:17; 5:11 II Peter 2:9 I John 4:10   Resources Referenced: Kim Shadday Biblical Counselor on Facebook Watch this interview on the NHC YouTube Channel Mother's Day Special: Use code MAMA to save 20% at www.nohighercalling.org/shop    Follow my  journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org 

Since 2005 I (John) have led 19 Rotary projects titled, Improving Education Through Technology.The Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club along with the Cisco Networking Academy at Newport High School partner to donate computers and setup Wi-fi networks in schools, the last 16 projects in Antigua and Barbuda.So far we've donated over 10,000 computers and setup Wi-fi in scores of schools in Antigua.This episode discusses the project and five lessons critical to both charity projects and business.John MartinkaJessica MartinkaContact us via either website or give us a call and be sure to check out our videoshttps://nokomisadvisory.com/https://www.martinkaconsulting.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnAMartinka/videos 425-515-4903

I John is to the Gospel of John as Acts is to Luke. Luke and John tells us about Jesus' ministry, his death, and his resurrection. Acts and I John helps us understand why that has made a difference in our world and in our lives. Today we begin our series on 1 John and the call to knowing yourself.

Rev. Dr. Larry Hayward preaches on the Third Sunday of Easter. The Scripture passages are Genesis 35:16-20, Jeremiah 31:15-17, Matthew 2:16-18, and I John 4:1.

I John 4.13-16 13 By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. 14 And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. 15 Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God. 16 So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.

We know we are God's children, because God's Spirit lives in us. Learn more in this message from I John 4:13-21.

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 14Host: John SandyFriday, May 2, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 13Host: John SandyThursday, May 1, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 12Host: John SandyWednesday, April 30, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 11Host: John SandyTuesday, April 29, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 10Host: John SandyMonday, April 28, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 9Host: John SandyFriday, April 25, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 8Host: John SandyThursday, April 24, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 7Host: John SandyWednesdaty, April 23, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 6Host: John SandyTuesday, April 22, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6The Pulse ExperienceA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodSermon: What Do You Do When God Says NoSpeaker: John SandyThursday, April 3, 2025https://linktr.ee/thepulsewinston

The world has much to offer you that may seem great on the surface. Your time is stolen by many entertaining events. Hours are passed in front of televisions, watching ballgames, as well as just socializing. It is very easy to get caught up in the things of this world. All the same there is a price to pay for making the world your number one priority. You lose fellowship with the Saviour, and you lose bunches of blessings. Join us in this program, Apart From the World, as Kim Miller of Woman at the Well Ministries takes us through I John 2:15, which says, “Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” Do you want to connect with Kim and Erika? Visit us on our website, on Facebook, or on Instagram.  Mentioned in this Episode 1 John 2:15 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+2%3A15&version=KJV  Ephesians 2:2 ("prince of the power of the air") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+2%3A2&version=KJV  1 John 4:4 ("greater is he that is in you...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+4%3A4&version=KJV  2 Corinthians 4:8 ("troubled on every side...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Corinthians+4%3A8&version=KJV  Romans 8:28 ("all things work together for good...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A28&version=KJV  Matthew 5:14–16 ("light of the world...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+5%3A14-16&version=KJV  2 Corinthians 5:17 ("new creature...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Corinthians+5%3A17&version=KJV  John 3:16 ("For God so loved the world...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+3%3A16&version=KJV  Romans 6:14 ("sin shall not have dominion...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+6%3A14&version=KJV  1 John 5:4 ("whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+5%3A4&version=KJV  1 John 1:9 ("if we confess our sins...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+1%3A9&version=KJV  John 12:32 ("if I be lifted up...") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+12%3A32&version=KJV  Matthew 13:24–30 (parable of the wheat and tares) www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+13%3A24-30&version=KJV  Matthew 5:13 ("ye are the salt of the earth") www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+5%3A13&version=KJV  Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page. 

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 5Host: John SandyFriday, April 18, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 4Host: John SandyThursday, April 17, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 3Host: John SandyWednesday, April 16, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 2Host: John SandyTuesday, April 15, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14, Joshua 24:14-15, II Corinthians 1:20, John 3:16, I Corinthians 1:9, Isaiah 25:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 149:9, I John 1:5, Exodus 4:1-31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 62:1, Hebrews 11:6Water And The Word MinistriesA Network That Beats To The Heart Of GodTopic: What Do You Do When God Says No-Part 1Host: John SandyMonday, April 14, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

By Jay Ledbetter - In this sermon Mr. Ledbetter covers in detail I John 3:1-10 that shows one of the main meanings of The Days of Unleavened Bread in the lives of Christians.

I John ch 2 vs 1-6 ,ch4 vs 9-17 - Jay Atkins - Sunday, April 13, 2025

This week we begin the reading and study of the Book of Vayikra, or Leviticus, with chapters 1 through 5. And, sadly, this is one of those Books where some folks just hear the name ('Leviticus') and their eyes begin to glaze over; "it's SO boring," and "what difference does it make anyway?" Which is the best reason you'll hear to take an honest look at what it really says, why it matters NOW, more than ever, and why we have been lied to so thoroughly about all of it. Because you can't understand the real Messiah, or recognize the fakes, without understanding what we have almost certainly NOT been taught! Starting with the overview, and reading, to understand a bit of that distinction: https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SSM-4-4-25-Vayikra-teaching-podcast-xxx.mp3 The Sabbath day in-depth 'midrash' picks up with that vital distinction. And, WARNING: This will upset some folks, because John had it right. (I John chapter 2) He who says, “I know Him,” and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. And that describes accurately what Mark Call refers to as BOTH the 'Whore Church," and the "Whore Synagogue." And this is where it will be made very clear why that is not only accurate, but vital to understand. Yes, many if not most of us who have attended the vast majority of 'denominational churches' have probably heard the term "Old" Testament, and one of the Biggest Lies in all of history: that somehow "Jesus did away with the Law," or "nailed it to the cross," so nothing the Bible says about "sacrifices" matters any more. Could it be that there is something vitally important that is missing? This week those "battle lines" became ever more clear. Vayikra: AI-dolatry -- When Does Mere Ignorance Become Outright Rebellion to YHVH? https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WT-CooH-4-5-25-Vayikra-AIdolatry-Teaching-INTENTIONAL-sin-to-the-Deliberately-Ignorant-xxx.mp3 The combined two-part reading and Sabbath midrash:

God does not make Himself physically visible to man. He requires you to use your eyes of faith to see Him work and move in your life and in the lives of others. There are demonstrations of His existence and mounds and mounds of proof. One such proof is found in your love for others. When the love of Christ fills your heart and soul, then it will flow through you to others. God dwells in you. His love works in your heart and causes you to do good deeds and to show love to others. You are the home for the Almighty God. Join us in this program, Perfect Love, as Kim Miller of Woman at the Well Ministries, takes us through I John 4:12, which says, “No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and His love is perfected in us.” Do you want to connect with Kim and Erika? Visit us on our website, on Facebook, or on Instagram.  Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page. 

Get access to daily prayer on Patreon Opening Scripture:If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. I John 1:8, 9Confession:Let us take a moment to confess our sinsMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Invitatory & Psalter:Lord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Venite (O Come)The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him.Come, let us sing to the Lord; *let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *and raise a loud shout to him with psalms. For the Lord is a great God, *and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, *and his hands have molded the dry land. Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him. The Psalms, OT and NT LessonsThe reading plan based is based on the 1979 Daily Office Lectionary Year AAFTER THE PSALMS: Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.AFTER LESSONS: The Word of the Lord. Thanks Be To God. Sunday (3.19)Psalm 66; 67, Jer. 14:1-9, 17-22; Gal. 4:21–5:1; Mark 8:11-21 Monday (3.20)Psalm 89:1–18, Jer. 16:10-21; Rom. 7:1-12; John 6:1-15 Tuesday (3.21)Psalm 97; 99; 100, Jer. 17:19-27; Rom. 7:13-25; John 6:16-27 Wednesday (3.22)Psalm 101; 109:1–4, 20–30, Jer. 18:1-11; Rom. 8:1-11; John 6:27-40 Thursday (3.23)Psalm 69:1–23, 31–38, Jer. 22:13-23; Rom. 8:12-27; John 6:41-51 Friday (3.24)Psalm 102, Jer. 23:1-8; Rom. 8:28-39; John 6:52-59 Saturday (3.25) AnnunciationPsalm 85; 87, Isaiah 52:7–12; Hebrews 2:5–10; John 1:9-14 The Third Song IsaiahSurge, illuminare (Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19)Arise, shine, for your light has come, *and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.For behold, darkness covers the land; *deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.But over you the Lord will rise, *and his glory will appear upon you.Nations Will stream to your light, *and kings to the brightness of your dawning.Your gates will always be open; *by day or night they will never be shut.They will call you, The City of the Lord, *The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.Violence will no more be heard in your land, *ruin or destruction within your borders.You will call your walls, Salvation, *and all your portals, Praise.The sun will no more be your light by day; *by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.The Lord will be your everlasting light, *and your God will be your glory. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersLord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy Lord, have mercyOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. The SuffragesO Lord, show your mercy upon us;And grant us your salvation.O Lord, guide those who govern usAnd lead us in the way of justice and truth.Clothe your ministers with righteousness And let your people sing with joy.O Lord, save your peopleAnd bless your inheritance.Give peace in our time, O LordAnd defend us by your mighty power.Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgottenNor the hope of the poor be taken away.Create in us clean hearts, O GodAnd take not your Holy Spirit from us.Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. The CollectsSpecial Collects:Lent Week 4Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Annunciation (Saturday)Pour your grace into our hearts, O Lord, that we who have known the incarnation of your Son Jesus Christ, announced by an angel to the Virgin Mary, may by his cross and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Daily Collects:A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.Prayer for MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, who alone works great marvels: Send down upon our clergy and the congregations committed to their charge the life-giving Spirit of your grace, shower them with the continual dew of your blessing, and ignite in them a zealous love of your Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. John ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. DismissalLet us bless the Lord Thanks be to God!BenedictionThe grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen.

Get access to daily prayer on Patreon Opening Scripture:If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. I John 1:8, 9Confession:Let us take a moment to confess our sinsMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Invitatory & Psalter:Lord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Venite (O Come)The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him.Come, let us sing to the Lord; *let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *and raise a loud shout to him with psalms. For the Lord is a great God, *and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, *and his hands have molded the dry land. Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him. The Psalms, OT and NT LessonsThe reading plan based is based on the 1979 Daily Office Lectionary Year AAFTER THE PSALMS: Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.AFTER LESSONS: The Word of the Lord. Thanks Be To God. Sunday (3.19)Psalm 66; 67, Jer. 14:1-9, 17-22; Gal. 4:21–5:1; Mark 8:11-21 Monday (3.20)Psalm 89:1–18, Jer. 16:10-21; Rom. 7:1-12; John 6:1-15 Tuesday (3.21)Psalm 97; 99; 100, Jer. 17:19-27; Rom. 7:13-25; John 6:16-27 Wednesday (3.22)Psalm 101; 109:1–4, 20–30, Jer. 18:1-11; Rom. 8:1-11; John 6:27-40 Thursday (3.23)Psalm 69:1–23, 31–38, Jer. 22:13-23; Rom. 8:12-27; John 6:41-51 Friday (3.24)Psalm 102, Jer. 23:1-8; Rom. 8:28-39; John 6:52-59 Saturday (3.25) AnnunciationPsalm 85; 87, Isaiah 52:7–12; Hebrews 2:5–10; John 1:9-14 The Third Song IsaiahSurge, illuminare (Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19)Arise, shine, for your light has come, *and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.For behold, darkness covers the land; *deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.But over you the Lord will rise, *and his glory will appear upon you.Nations Will stream to your light, *and kings to the brightness of your dawning.Your gates will always be open; *by day or night they will never be shut.They will call you, The City of the Lord, *The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.Violence will no more be heard in your land, *ruin or destruction within your borders.You will call your walls, Salvation, *and all your portals, Praise.The sun will no more be your light by day; *by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.The Lord will be your everlasting light, *and your God will be your glory. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersLord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy Lord, have mercyOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. The SuffragesO Lord, show your mercy upon us;And grant us your salvation.O Lord, guide those who govern usAnd lead us in the way of justice and truth.Clothe your ministers with righteousness And let your people sing with joy.O Lord, save your peopleAnd bless your inheritance.Give peace in our time, O LordAnd defend us by your mighty power.Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgottenNor the hope of the poor be taken away.Create in us clean hearts, O GodAnd take not your Holy Spirit from us.Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. The CollectsSpecial Collects:Lent Week 4Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Annunciation (Saturday)Pour your grace into our hearts, O Lord, that we who have known the incarnation of your Son Jesus Christ, announced by an angel to the Virgin Mary, may by his cross and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Daily Collects:A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.Prayer for MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, who alone works great marvels: Send down upon our clergy and the congregations committed to their charge the life-giving Spirit of your grace, shower them with the continual dew of your blessing, and ignite in them a zealous love of your Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. John ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. DismissalLet us bless the Lord Thanks be to God!BenedictionThe grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen.

The Beatitudes, Pt. 6 | March 30, 2025Pastor Wes MorrisMatthew 5:9 (NIV) Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.Poor in SpiritMournMeekHunger and Thirst for RighteousnessMercifulPure in Heart Shalom: wholeness, completeness, fulfillment, inner rest. Living without deficiency or lack.Romans 5:1-2 (NLT) Therefore, since we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God's glory. √ He entered into our brokenness.Isaiah 53:3 (NLT) He was despised and rejected— a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. John 11:35 (NIV) Jesus wept.√ He laid down His rights.Philippians 2:6-7 (CEV) Christ was truly God. But he did not try to remain equal with God. Instead he gave up everything and became a slave, when he became like one of us.√ He took the cost.Colossians 1:19-20 (TLB) It was through what his Son did that God cleared a path for everything to come to him—all things in heaven and on earth—for Christ's death on the cross has made peace with God for all by his blood.PEACEMAKERSI. WALK IN THE POWER OF GOD'S PRESENCE. Exodus 33:12-14 (NLT) One day Moses said to the Lord, “You have been telling me, ‘Take these people up to the Promised Land.' But you haven't told me whom you will send with me. You have told me, ‘I know you by name, and I look favorably on you.' If it is true that you look favorably on me, let me know your ways so I may understand you more fully and continue to enjoy your favor. And remember that this nation is your very own people.”14 The Lord replied, “I will personally go with you, Moses, and I will give you rest.”Psalm 46:10 (NIV) Be still, and know that I am God!John 14:27 (NLT) I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. II. SHARE THE PEACE OF GOD WITH OTHERS.I John 4:20-21 (MSG) If anyone boasts, “I love God,” and goes right on hating his brother or sister, thinking nothing of it, he is a liar. If he won't love the person he can see, how can he love the God he can't see? The command we have from Christ is blunt: Loving God includes loving people. You've got to love both.John 17:23 (NLT)  I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me III. SPEAK PEACE OVER MY SITUATION.Philippians 4:6-7 (TLB) Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank him for his answers. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand.9 Keep putting into practice all you learned from me and saw me doing, and the God of peace will be with you.

What is born of God does not resemble the world but defeats the world. As a Christian born of God, you should live victoriously in this world by the power of Jesus working in your life. This is done through your faith. You do not need to look like the world or ever let satan win a battle. God has given you the victory, and your faith is the key that unlocks the power. Join us in this broadcast, We Woman at the Well Ministries as Kim Miller takes us on a journey through the scriptures, which say in I John 5:4 “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.”   Scriptures Mentioned in this Episode 1 John 5:4 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+5%3A4&version=KJV  1 John 4:4 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+4%3A4&version=KJV  Romans 8:37 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A37&version=KJV  Matthew 17:20 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+17%3A20&version=KJV  1 Samuel 17 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Samuel+17&version=KJV  Mark 9:23 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark+9%3A23&version=KJV  Ephesians 3:20 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+3%3A20&version=KJV  1 Samuel 17:46 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Samuel+17%3A46&version=KJV  Ecclesiastes 1:9 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ecclesiastes+1%3A9&version=KJV  2 Timothy 2:15 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Timothy+2%3A15&version=KJV  Romans 8:28 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A28&version=KJV  Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page.  

Ezekiel 34:1-16 John 1:1-4 John 10:30 John 8 Romans 9:5 Luke 2:9-11 John 14:9 I John 4:2 Phillippians 2 Hebrews 4:15

We have a promise that if we keep God's commandments and have our ways to be pleasing in His sight, God will deliver when us pray. What a deal! These requirements are not difficult for a child of God because Christ is walking with you and the Holy Spirit is dwelling in you. Both God and the Holy Spirit are instructing you in the way that you should go. It is simple to see that if you are keeping His commandments, then your requests are going to be within His will. Join us in this program, Talk on the Basis of Your Walk, as Kim Miller of Woman at the Well Ministries, takes us through I John 3:22, which says, “And whatsoever we ask, we receive of Him, because we keep His commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in His sight.” Mentioned in this Episode 1 John 3:22 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+3%3A22&version=KJV  2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Thessalonians+2%3A16-17&version=KJV  2 Thessalonians 3:3 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Thessalonians+3%3A3&version=KJV  2 Thessalonians 3:13 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Thessalonians+3%3A13&version=KJV  Matthew 7:7 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+7%3A7&version=KJV  James 4:8 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+4%3A8&version=KJV  Philippians 4:6-7 www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+4%3A6-7&version=KJV  Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page.  

The Word of God Devotional and Evangelical Ministries The Word of God Daily Devotional Wednesday, March 26, 2025 I John 1:9 Confession of Sins, Brings the Forgiveness of God!

Send us a textBeloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. I John 4:1In learning the Christian walk it's very possible we may run into something that doesn't seem right. But let me encourage you not to walk away but to study and read God's word for yourself. That is the only way to not be deceived by the wolves in sheep's clothing. I dive deeper into certain ungodly activity that you need to look out for! I hope this episode helps and encourages you. Related Episodes:▶︎Should Christians celebrate Halloween ▶︎The Spiritual Office Let's Connect!Rate & Review our podcast HERE Check out our website HEREWe appreciate your support ❤️Subscribe & follow us on ➡️ social mediaSupport the showThanks For Listening

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Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, John 10:10, II Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 28:19, Proverbs 16:20, Matthew 28:19, I Corinthians 13:13, Hebrews 1:1-14, I John 4:35Water And The Word MinistriesTopic: How To Disciple A Believer-Part 16Host: John Sandy Monday, March 24, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Scripture References: Matt 7:1-16; 10:16; Luke 6:36-37; 18:9; John 7:24; Rom 2:12; I Cor 2:15; 6:2-3; 11:31; Eph 5:6-10; Heb 5:13-14; I John 4:1; Gal 6:1,4; Prov 12:15; 21:2 0:00-38:26 - Sermon and Closing Prayer 38:26-43:22 - Closing Worship and Prayer

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, John 10:10, II Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 28:19, Proverbs 16:20, Matthew 28:19, I Corinthians 13:13, Hebrews 1:1-14, I John 4:35Water And The Word MinistriesTopic: How To Disciple A Believer-Part 15Host: John Sandy Friday, March 21, 2025https://linktr.ee/waterandthewordministries

Join us on Patreon for Daily Prayer Matins - Monday - The Second Week of Lent Opening Scripture:If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.I John 1:8, 9 Confession:Let us take a moment to confess our sinsMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.The Invitatory & Psalter:Lord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Venite (O Come)The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him.Come, let us sing to the Lord; *let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *and raise a loud shout to him with psalms. For the Lord is a great God, *and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, *and his hands have molded the dry land. Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him. The PsalmsPsalm 561Have mercy on me, O God,for my enemies are hounding me; *all day long they assault and oppress me.2They hound me all the day long; *truly there are many who fight against me, O Most High.3Whenever I am afraid, *I will put my trust in you.4In God, whose word I praise,in God I trust and will not be afraid, *for what can flesh do to me?5All day long they damage my cause; *their only thought is to do me evil.6They band together; they lie in wait; *they spy upon my footsteps;because they seek my life.7Shall they escape despite their wickedness? *O God, in your anger, cast down the peoples.8You have noted my lamentation;put my tears into your bottle; *are they not recorded in your book?9Whenever I call upon you, my enemies will be put to flight; *this I know, for God is on my side.10In God the Lord, whose word I praise,in God I trust and will not be afraid, *for what can mortals do to me?11I am bound by the vow I made to you, O God; *I will present to you thank-offerings;12For you have rescued my soul from death and my feet from stumbling, *that I may walk before God in the light of the living. Psalm 571Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful,for I have taken refuge in you; *in the shadow of your wings will I take refugeuntil this time of trouble has gone by.2I will call upon the Most High God, *the God who maintains my cause.3He will send from heaven and save me;he will confound those who trample upon me; *God will send forth his love and his faithfulness.4I lie in the midst of lions that devour the people; *their teeth are spears and arrows,their tongue a sharp sword.5They have laid a net for my feet,and I am bowed low; *they have dug a pit before me,but have fallen into it themselves.6Exalt yourself above the heavens, O God, *and your glory over all the earth.7My heart is firmly fixed, O God, my heart is fixed; *I will sing and make melody.8Wake up, my spirit;awake, lute and harp; *I myself will waken the dawn.9I will confess you among the peoples, O Lord; *I will sing praise to you among the nations.10For your loving-kindness is greater than the heavens, *and your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.11Exalt yourself above the heavens, O God, *and your glory over all the earth.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. LessonsJeremiah 1:11-19English Standard VersionAnd the word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Jeremiah, what do you see?” And I said, “I see an almond branch.” Then the Lord said to me, “You have seen well, for I am watching over my word to perform it.”The word of the Lord came to me a second time, saying, “What do you see?” And I said, “I see a boiling pot, facing away from the north.” Then the Lord said to me, “Out of the north disaster shall be let loose upon all the inhabitants of the land. For behold, I am calling all the tribes of the kingdoms of the north, declares the Lord, and they shall come, and every one shall set his throne at the entrance of the gates of Jerusalem, against all its walls all around and against all the cities of Judah. And I will declare my judgments against them, for all their evil in forsaking me. They have made offerings to other gods and worshiped the works of their own hands. But you, dress yourself for work; arise, and say to them everything that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them. And I, behold, I make you this day a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls, against the whole land, against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests, and the people of the land. They will fight against you, but they shall not prevail against you, for I am with you, declares the Lord, to deliver you.”The Word of the Lord. Thanks Be To God. Romans 1:1-15English Standard VersionPaul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord, through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations, including you who are called to belong to Jesus Christ,To all those in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints:Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God's will I may now at last succeed in coming to you. For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you— that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith, both yours and mine. I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I have often intended to come to you (but thus far have been prevented), in order that I may reap some harvest among you as well as among the rest of the Gentiles. I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to the foolish. So I am eager to preach the gospel to you also who are in Rome.The Word of the Lord. Thanks Be To God. John 4:27-42English Standard VersionJust then his disciples came back. They marveled that he was talking with a woman, but no one said, “What do you seek?” or, “Why are you talking with her?” So the woman left her water jar and went away into town and said to the people, “Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?” They went out of the town and were coming to him.Meanwhile the disciples were urging him, saying, “Rabbi, eat.” But he said to them, “I have food to eat that you do not know about.” So the disciples said to one another, “Has anyone brought him something to eat?” Jesus said to them, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to accomplish his work. Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest'? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest. Already the one who reaps is receiving wages and gathering fruit for eternal life, so that sower and reaper may rejoice together. For here the saying holds true, ‘One sows and another reaps.' I sent you to reap that for which you did not labor. Others have labored, and you have entered into their labor.”Many Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman's testimony, “He told me all that I ever did.” So when the Samaritans came to him, they asked him to stay with them, and he stayed there two days. And many more believed because of his word. They said to the woman, “It is no longer because of what you said that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this is indeed the Savior of the world.”The Word of the Lord. Thanks Be To God. The Third Song IsaiahSurge, illuminare (Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19)Arise, shine, for your light has come, *and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.For behold, darkness covers the land; *deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.But over you the Lord will rise, *and his glory will appear upon you.Nations Will stream to your light, *and kings to the brightness of your dawning.Your gates will always be open; *by day or night they will never be shut.They will call you, The City of the Lord, *The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.Violence will no more be heard in your land, *ruin or destruction within your borders.You will call your walls, Salvation, *and all your portals, Praise.The sun will no more be your light by day; *by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.The Lord will be your everlasting light, *and your God will be your glory.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersLord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy Lord, have mercyOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. The SuffragesO Lord, show your mercy upon us;And grant us your salvation.O Lord, guide those who govern usAnd lead us in the way of justice and truth.Clothe your ministers with righteousness And let your people sing with joy.O Lord, save your peopleAnd bless your inheritance.Give peace in our time, O LordAnd defend us by your mighty power.Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgottenNor the hope of the poor be taken away.Create in us clean hearts, O GodAnd take not your Holy Spirit from us.Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. The CollectsSpecial Collects:Lent Week 2O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.Daily Collects:A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.Prayer for MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, who alone works great marvels: Send down upon our clergy and the congregations committed to their charge the life-giving Spirit of your grace, shower them with the continual dew of your blessing, and ignite in them a zealous love of your Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.A Prayer of St. John ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.DismissalLet us bless the Lord Thanks be to God!BenedictionThe grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen.

Join us on Patreon for Daily Prayer Matins - Wednesday in the First Week of Lent Opening Scripture:If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.I John 1:8, 9 Confession:Let us take a moment to confess our sinsMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Invitatory and PsalterLord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. ¶ Then follows the Invitatory Psalm with a Lenten antiphon.  Lenten AntiphonThe Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him.VeniteCome, let us sing to the Lord; * let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving * and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.For the Lord is a great God, * and a great King above all gods.In his hand are the caverns of the earth, * and the heights of the hills are his also.The sea is his, for he made it, * and his hands have molded the dry land.Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, * and kneel before the Lord our Maker.For he is our God,and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!Lenten AntiphonThe Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him. The PsalmsPsalm 119: ZayinRemember your word to your servant, *because you have given me hope.This is my comfort in my trouble, *that your promise gives me life.The proud have derided me cruelly, *but I have not turned from your law.When I remember your judgments of old, *O Lord, I take great comfort.I am filled with a burning rage, *because of the wicked who forsake your law.Your statutes have been like songs to me *wherever I have lived as a stranger.I remember your Name in the night, O Lord, *and dwell upon your law.This is how it has been with me, *because I have kept your commandments. Psalm 119: HethYou only are my portion, O Lord; *I have promised to keep your words.I entreat you with all my heart, *be merciful to me according to your promise.I have considered my ways *and turned my feet toward your decrees.I hasten and do not tarry *to keep your commandments.Though the cords of the wicked entangle me, *I do not forget your law.At midnight I will rise to give you thanks, *because of your righteous judgments.I am a companion of all who fear you *and of those who keep your commandments.The earth, O Lord, is full of your love; *instruct me in your statutes. Psalm 119: TethO Lord, you have dealt graciously with your servant, *according to your word.Teach me discernment and knowledge, *for I have believed in your commandments.Before I was afflicted I went astray, *but now I keep your word.You are good and you bring forth good; *instruct me in your statutes.The proud have smeared me with lies, *but I will keep your commandments with my whole heart.Their heart is gross and fat, *but my delight is in your law.It is good for me that I have been afflicted, *that I might learn your statutes.The law of your mouth is dearer to me *than thousands in gold and silver.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.ReadingsDeuteronomy 9:13-21English Standard Version13 “Furthermore, the Lord said to me, ‘I have seen this people, and behold, it is a stubborn people. 14 Let me alone, that I may destroy them and blot out their name from under heaven. And I will make of you a nation mightier and greater than they.' 15 So I turned and came down from the mountain, and the mountain was burning with fire. And the two tablets of the covenant were in my two hands. 16 And I looked, and behold, you had sinned against the Lord your God. You had made yourselves a golden calf. You had turned aside quickly from the way that the Lord had commanded you. 17 So I took hold of the two tablets and threw them out of my two hands and broke them before your eyes. 18 Then I lay prostrate before the Lord as before, forty days and forty nights. I neither ate bread nor drank water, because of all the sin that you had committed, in doing what was evil in the sight of the Lord to provoke him to anger. 19 For I was afraid of the anger and hot displeasure that the Lord bore against you, so that he was ready to destroy you. But the Lord listened to me that time also. 20 And the Lord was so angry with Aaron that he was ready to destroy him. And I prayed for Aaron also at the same time. 21 Then I took the sinful thing, the calf that you had made, and burned it with fire and crushed it, grinding it very small, until it was as fine as dust. And I threw the dust of it into the brook that ran down from the mountain.The Word of the LordThanks be to God Hebrews 3:12-19English Standard Version12 Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. 13 But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. 14 For we have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original confidence firm to the end. 15 As it is said,“Today, if you hear his voice,do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”16 For who were those who heard and yet rebelled? Was it not all those who left Egypt led by Moses? 17 And with whom was he provoked for forty years? Was it not with those who sinned, whose bodies fell in the wilderness? 18 And to whom did he swear that they would not enter his rest, but to those who were disobedient? 19 So we see that they were unable to enter because of unbelief.The Word of the LordThanks be to God John 2:23-3:15English Standard Version23 Now when he was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many believed in his name when they saw the signs that he was doing. 24 But Jesus on his part did not entrust himself to them, because he knew all people 25 and needed no one to bear witness about man, for he himself knew what was in man.3 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” 4 Nicodemus said to him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother's womb and be born?” 5 Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. 6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. 7 Do not marvel that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.' 8 The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.”9 Nicodemus said to him, “How can these things be?” 10 Jesus answered him, “Are you the teacher of Israel and yet you do not understand these things? 11 Truly, truly, I say to you, we speak of what we know, and bear witness to what we have seen, but you do not receive our testimony. 12 If I have told you earthly things and you do not believe, how can you believe if I tell you heavenly things? 13 No one has ascended into heaven except he who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. 14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, 15 that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.The Word of the LordThanks be to God The Third Song IsaiahSurge, illuminare (Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19)Arise, shine, for your light has come, *and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.For behold, darkness covers the land; *deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.But over you the Lord will rise, *and his glory will appear upon you.Nations Will stream to your light, *and kings to the brightness of your dawning.Your gates will always be open; *by day or night they will never be shut.They will call you, The City of the Lord, *The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.Violence will no more be heard in your land, *ruin or destruction within your borders.You will call your walls, Salvation, *and all your portals, Praise.The sun will no more be your light by day; *by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.The Lord will be your everlasting light, *and your God will be your glory.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles' CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersLord, have mercy upon us.Christ, have mercy upon us.Lord, have mercy upon us.Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. SuffragesO Lord, show your mercy upon us;And grant us your salvation.O Lord, guide those who govern usAnd lead us in the way of justice and truth.Clothe your ministers with righteousness And let your people sing with joy.O Lord, save your peopleAnd bless your inheritance.Give peace in our time, O LordAnd defend us by your mighty power.Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgottenNor the hope of the poor be taken away.Create in us clean hearts, O GodAnd take not your Holy Spirit from us. Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. The CollectsCollect of the DayAlmighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Prayer for MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, who alone works great marvels: Send down upon our clergy and the congregations committed to their charge the life-giving Spirit of your grace, shower them with the continual dew of your blessing, and ignite in them a zealous love of your Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.Let us bless the Lord.Thanks be to God.The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen.

Join us on Patreon for Daily Prayer Matins - Monday in the First Week of Lent Opening Scripture:If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.I John 1:8, 9 Confession:Let us take a moment to confess our sinsMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Invitatory and PsalterLord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. ¶ Then follows the Invitatory Psalm with a Lenten antiphon.  Lenten AntiphonThe Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him.VeniteCome, let us sing to the Lord; * let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving * and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.For the Lord is a great God, * and a great King above all gods.In his hand are the caverns of the earth, * and the heights of the hills are his also.The sea is his, for he made it, * and his hands have molded the dry land.Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, * and kneel before the Lord our Maker.For he is our God,and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!Lenten AntiphonThe Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us adore him. The PsalmsPsalm 411Happy are they who consider the poor and needy! *the Lord will deliver them in the time of trouble.2The Lord preserves them and keeps them alive,so that they may be happy in the land; *he does not hand them over to the will of their enemies.3The Lord sustains them on their sickbed *and ministers to them in their illness.4I said, “Lord, be merciful to me; *heal me, for I have sinned against you.”5My enemies are saying wicked things about me: *“When will he die, and his name perish?”6Even if they come to see me, they speak empty words; *their heart collects false rumors;they go outside and spread them.7All my enemies whisper together about me *and devise evil against me.8“A deadly thing,” they say, “has fastened on him; *he has taken to his bed and will never get up again.”9Even my best friend, whom I trusted,who broke bread with me, *has lifted up his heel and turned against me.10But you, O Lord, be merciful to me and raise me up, *and I shall repay them.11By this I know you are pleased with me, *that my enemy does not triumph over me.12In my integrity you hold me fast, *and shall set me before your face for ever.13Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, *from age to age. Amen. Amen. Psalm 521You tyrant, why do you boast of wickedness *against the godly all day long?2You plot ruin;your tongue is like a sharpened razor, *O worker of deception.3You love evil more than good *and lying more than speaking the truth.4You love all words that hurt, *O you deceitful tongue.5Oh, that God would demolish you utterly, *topple you, and snatch you from your dwelling,and root you out of the land of the living!6The righteous shall see and tremble, *and they shall laugh at him, saying,7“This is the one who did not take God for a refuge, *but trusted in great wealthand relied upon wickedness.”8But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; *I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.9I will give you thanks for what you have done *and declare the goodness of your Name in the presence of the godly. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. ReadingsDeuteronomy 8:11-20English Standard Version“Take care lest you forget the Lord your God by not keeping his commandments and his rules and his statutes, which I command you today, lest, when you have eaten and are full and have built good houses and live in them, and when your herds and flocks multiply and your silver and gold is multiplied and all that you have is multiplied, then your heart be lifted up, and you forget the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery, who led you through the great and terrifying wilderness, with its fiery serpents and scorpions and thirsty ground where there was no water, who brought you water out of the flinty rock, who fed you in the wilderness with manna that your fathers did not know, that he might humble you and test you, to do you good in the end. Beware lest you say in your heart, ‘My power and the might of my hand have gotten me this wealth.' You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers, as it is this day. And if you forget the Lord your God and go after other gods and serve them and worship them, I solemnly warn you today that you shall surely perish. Like the nations that the Lord makes to perish before you, so shall you perish, because you would not obey the voice of the Lord your God.The Word of the LordThanks be to God Hebrews 2:11-18English Standard VersionFor he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one source. That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers, saying,“I will tell of your name to my brothers;    in the midst of the congregation I will sing your praise.”And again,“I will put my trust in him.”And again,“Behold, I and the children God has given me.”Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery. For surely it is not angels that he helps, but he helps the offspring of Abraham. Therefore he had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.The Word of the LordThanks be to God John 2:1-12English Standard VersionOn the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples. When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”Now there were six stone water jars there for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. And he said to them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the feast.” So they took it. When the master of the feast tasted the water now become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the master of the feast called the bridegroom and said to him, “Everyone serves the good wine first, and when people have drunk freely, then the poor wine. But you have kept the good wine until now.” This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.After this he went down to Capernaum, with his mother and his brothers and his disciples, and they stayed there for a few days.The Word of the LordThanks be to God The Third Song IsaiahSurge, illuminare (Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19)Arise, shine, for your light has come, *and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.For behold, darkness covers the land; *deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.But over you the Lord will rise, *and his glory will appear upon you.Nations Will stream to your light, *and kings to the brightness of your dawning.Your gates will always be open; *by day or night they will never be shut.They will call you, The City of the Lord, *The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.Violence will no more be heard in your land, *ruin or destruction within your borders.You will call your walls, Salvation, *and all your portals, Praise.The sun will no more be your light by day; *by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.The Lord will be your everlasting light, *and your God will be your glory.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles' CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersLord, have mercy upon us.Christ, have mercy upon us.Lord, have mercy upon us.Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. SuffragesO Lord, show your mercy upon us;And grant us your salvation.O Lord, guide those who govern usAnd lead us in the way of justice and truth.Clothe your ministers with righteousness And let your people sing with joy.O Lord, save your peopleAnd bless your inheritance.Give peace in our time, O LordAnd defend us by your mighty power.Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgottenNor the hope of the poor be taken away.Create in us clean hearts, O GodAnd take not your Holy Spirit from us. Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. The CollectsCollect of the DayAlmighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Prayer for MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, who alone works great marvels: Send down upon our clergy and the congregations committed to their charge the life-giving Spirit of your grace, shower them with the continual dew of your blessing, and ignite in them a zealous love of your Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. Let us bless the Lord.Thanks be to God.The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen.

I John 4

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Daily Dose of Hope February 23-24, 2025 Days 1 & 2 of Week 48   Scripture:  Zechariah 9-14; Psalm 94; 1 John 5; 2 John 1   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily reading plan.  I have to apologize that I didn't send a devotional yesterday.  With the women's conference, I totally forgot!  Please forgive me.  I am combining yesterday and today's Scripture for today's devotional.   Let's start with Zechariah.  The rest of the book is very different from what we have already read.  We get to see images and allusions that describe the coming of the Messianic Kingdom.  In chapters 9 and 10, we read about the coming of the Messianic king who rides into Jerusalem on a donkey.  Does this remind anyone of anything?  Maybe Jesus riding into Jerusalem in the Palm Sunday passage?  But in chapter 11, this king is now represented by a shepherd who is caring for his flock and he is rejected.  He is first rejected by his people and then by the leaders.  And the price that he is worth?  Thirty pieces of silver.  Again, we see these themes that are echoed in Jesus' betrayal story.   In chapters 12-14, we see images and themes related to the future Kingdom again.  But they are a bit different.  It's obvious that God is going to confront evil and defeat it.  How does he address his own people?  Well, he pours out his Spirit on them so they can repent and realize the errors of their ways.  Then, we see a gathering of the nations in the new Jerusalem and we get a picture of the River of Life flowing out of the Temple, bringing healing and restoration to all of creation.    Zechariah is a lot.  There is a lot of symbolism and deep imagery.  What are some of your thoughts?  What were your big takeaways from this book?   Let's head over to the New Testament.  We start with I John 5.  At the end of John's first letter, he continues to focus on what it means to love God. God is love and all he does is out of love. When we love him, our mission is to follow his commands AND demonstrate his love to others. In fact, loving God and others cannot be separated. John continues to weave this theme through every chapter of the letter.   I want to especially focus on one verse today.  Take a moment and read verse 15 again...brief but very important. Why is John writing this letter? To lead people to faith in Jesus and the assurance of eternal life. Let's look at the wording again, “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” That is John's mission statement. He is all about pointing people to a closer, deeper relationship with Jesus, one in which they are assured of eternal life, SO THAT they can do the same for others. What's your mission statement? I feel like, as a whole, Christ-followers have experienced mission drift. We have focused on battling culture (a losing battle) rather than leading people to Jesus. You may disagree with me and that's okay. I've really done a lot of reflecting lately on my own mission. My mission is to demonstrate the love of Christ in all I do, teach the truths of the faith, and point people to Jesus. Take some time today and write your mission statement. What do you need to do in life to get in alignment with your mission?   We also are looking at 2 John.  John's second letter is the second shortest book in the New Testament. John clearly wants to encourage his followers and motivate them to action. He wants them to love each other, walk closely with the Lord, and avoid false teachers. This book and 3 John are the only books in which John refers to himself as the elder. This connotates his position in the community and his relationship to the listeners.   By this point, he was older but the term itself most likely points to his authority in the church. Interestingly, the recipient of the letter is “the chosen lady and her children.” This wording has led to all kinds of discussion in the scholarly literature. Is this a specific woman John is referring to? Most likely, no. John is probably referring to a local church and its members. The term “chosen lady” would have been one of respect and admiration.   This chapter gets to the core of John's message to the church. First, love one another. What does love look like? When we walk in obedience to God's commands, when we live in truth and do what God called us to do. Two words for today: LOVE and TRUTH. We love God when we obey him and live his truth in meaningful ways. Part of this obedience is loving others. Love of God and love of others cannot be separated. They are intricately linked. Over and over again, John is making this point. How are you living God's truth? How are you loving others? This is not an either/or proposition. It's a both/and command. This is hard stuff, my friends.    Blessings, Pastor Vicki    

Daily Dose of Hope February 19, 2025 Day 4 of Week 47   Scripture:  Zechariah 2-5; Psalm 93; 1 John 3   Hello everyone.  Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Bible reading plan.   For our Old Testament reading, we are in the book of Zechariah.  If you recall from yesterday, Zechariah is having dreams/visions.  We read about the first two yesterday.  Today, we read through five more.  Keep in mind, these may seem strange (and they are) but they are filled with tremendous symbolism.    The first vision we read about today in chapter two depicts a man measuring Jerusalem.  It's an image of the promise that Jerusalem will be rebuild and be a light to the nations. The second one we read about concerns Joshua, the high priest, symbolically wearing Israel's sin by wearing filthy clothes.  But then he is given clean clothes and a promise that if he remains obedient, he will lead the people.   The third vision from today involves two trees which represent the two chosen leaders for Jerusalem – Joshua and Zerubbabel, who is in charge of rebuilding the Temple.  God says that success will only come if they depend on the Spirit of God.  That is followed by a vision of a flying scroll, which flies around the New Jerusalem punishing thieves and liars.  This is intended to be a pure place, based on God's Word.  Finally, we read about the woman in a basket, symbolizing wickedness and centuries of disobedience on the part of the Jewish people. She is carried off to Babylon by women with stork wings.  Odd, I know.  Let's hope we get more information and context tomorrow.  That kind of makes me want to head over to the New Testament.   Our New Testament reading is I John 3.  This chapter is about recognizing that we are children of God so that we must live accordingly. How do children of God behave? Well, first and foremost, they are motivated by love. The world may hate but we love, even when it's hard and even when it's uncomfortable.   I want us to pay close attention to 1 John 3:16. Take a moment and read it again. Notice how similar itis to John 3:16, 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.  But in I John 3:16, John takes it one step further for the believer. Yes, Jesus died for us. Yes, if we believe in him then we have eternal life. But one more thing–because of all that, we must love our brothers and sisters so much that we sacrifice for them. This has echoes of the Great Commandment as well in Matthew 22:37-40. Love of God and love of neighbor cannot be separated. How we try over and over again to separate our faith in Jesus from how we treat others. They are intricately linked.   How does this Scripture affect how you do life?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

Proverbs 4:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Do not depend on your ownunderstanding. In all your ways obey him. Then he will make your paths smoothand straight.Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by therenewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's willis—his good, pleasing and perfect will.Your THINKING is what drives your LIVING.Matthew 7:24-27 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and putsthem into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.   The raincame down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet itdid not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hearsthese words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man whobuilt his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blewand beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.”Relationships BUILT in the right order and PLACED in the correctboundaries are set up to SUCCEED.Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do and your plans will succeed.1. SPIRITUAL2. VALUES3. INTERESTS4. EMOTIONAL5. PHYSICALI Corinthians 6:18 Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commitsis outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body.If I don't get HEALED from the past PAIN, I'll HURT the people in front ofme, because of the people BEHIND me.I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins andto cleanse us from all unrighteousness.Stop trying to FIND the right one and start BECOMING the right one.Colossians 2:6-10 And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, youmust continue to follow HIM.   Let your roots grow down into him, and let yourlives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught,and you will OVERFLOW with thankfulness.   Don't let anyone capture you withempty philosophies and high-sounding nonsense that come from human thinkingand from the spiritual powers of this world, rather than from Christ. For in Christlives all the fullness of God in a human body.   So you also are COMPLETEthrough your union with CHRIST, who is the head over every ruler and authority.