Podcasts about identity in christ

What if denying ourselves is mistaken for self-hatred instead of embracing our identity in Christ? In Episode 12 of "Essentials in Leadership," Duane Sheriff teaches that understanding healthy self-love is essential to loving others. He draws on the Golden Rule, the principle of sowing and reaping, and Jesus' command to love our neighbors as ourselves. Scripture makes it clear that God never intended for us to live with self-hatred, insecurity, or unhealthy shame.This message skillfully distinguishes between denying the old sinful nature and embracing the new creation we have become in Christ. The "old self" united to Adam was crucified with Christ, but the "new self" is righteous, holy, and filled with the fruit of the Spirit. Healthy self-love is not pride, narcissism, or self-exaltation—it is valuing the new person God created us to be in Jesus.Duane shares personal stories from leadership, ministry, health, rest, and relationships to show how healthy self-love helps us serve others effectively, stay strong over time, and reflect Christ's love and character in everyday life.

A common and quietly damaging misconception in the Christian life is that holiness means being voiceless, that servanthood means accepting mistreatment, and that Jesus modeled silence in every situation. He did not. Yes, there were moments Jesus chose not to defend Himself. But He also corrected the Pharisees, stood up for Himself when criticized, and questioned those who treated Him wrongfully. The cross was not the story of a doormat — it was the story of the Son of God who laid down His life of His own accord, by His own authority, according to His Father's will. John 10:18 makes that unmistakably clear. There is a straight line from Jesus' example to our own: we are not bad Christians for having a voice. We are not unloving for saying "you hurt me," or "I will speak with you again when you can be respectful," or simply "no." God entrusted us with decision-making. Wisdom, dignity, and worth are not the enemies of humility. They are part of bearing the image of the One who was powerful, purposeful, and deeply worthy. Today's Bible Verse "No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father."— John 10:18, NIV Ponder Today Jesus was not a doormat — and His example does not call us to be one either. He corrected, questioned, and spoke up when it was right to do so. Holiness is not the same as silence, and servanthood is not the same as accepting abuse. The cross was an act of sovereign power, not passive suffering. Jesus laid down His life of His own accord, by His own authority. That is not weakness — it is the most powerful act in human history, chosen freely out of love. Ask God for discernment about when to speak and when to be still. Jesus operated according to the Father's will, not the pressure of those around Him. That same Spirit is available to guide us in knowing when to speak a brave word and when to remain quiet. A Prayer for You Today Father, I want to thank You for Your Son, Jesus Christ — the perfect example He is to me, and for the cross, which is not an endorsement of abuse but a picture of One freely laying down His life for us. It is the ultimate gateway to salvation, and we thank You for it. Teach us when to speak up and when to stay silent. Show us when to act and when to be still. Give us discernment in our knowing and going. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer helped you remember that your voice matters and your worth is real, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to strengthen your identity in Christ every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode, Mike and Tim explore the nuanced landscape of salvation, church community, and spiritual growth through a centered set approach. They challenge traditional boundaries, emphasizing that salvation is a journey rather than a destination, and highlight the importance of allowing people space to grow in their relationship with Jesus.Mike and Tim continue their conversation about center-set thinking and what it looks like to follow Jesus in a way that emphasizes relationship, growth, and grace rather than rigid boundaries.They begin with some lighthearted banter about endurance races, introversion, rest, and pop culture before moving into a deeper theological conversation about salvation, repentance, discipleship, and the differences between bounded-set and center-set approaches to church life.-The meaning of center-set language in Christian community-Why Jesus often seems to welcome people from many different directions-The tension between in-or-out thinking and process-oriented discipleship-Why salvation in the New Testament is described in multiple ways-How church culture can create pressure to “pretend” instead of grow-The difference between judgment and discernment-How church leadership can clarify the center without creating unnecessary barriers-Why invitation works better than coercion, shame, or fear-The danger of double standards in churches-How truth can be pursued rather than merely possessed-Why systems built on power often become more about control than transformationThe big idea of the episode is that following Jesus is a journey of becoming, not a checkpoint to pass. Mike argues that people should be allowed to grow into their identity in Christ over time, with the church serving more like a welcoming center than a gatekeeping wall.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to the episode: Embracing the journey of salvation01:00 - How many paths lead to Jesus? Multiple ways into the kingdom02:30 - The concept of salvation as a journey, not a static point03:15 - Jesus' invitational approach: Touching lives through relationship04:50 - The significance of allowing people space to be in process05:30 - Examining the "decision moment" and its limitations08:00 - The role of community discernment over uniform rules09:00 - Clarifying the center: Jesus and authentic following10:40 - The difference between truth possessed and truth pursued13:00 - The danger of legalism and exclusivity in faith communities16:00 - Allowing people to stumble through the process—examples from Scripture17:00 - How salvation is like a marriage: a relational journey22:00 - The danger of legalistic boundaries and exclusive doctrines28:00 - Strategies for cultivating a centered set community35:00 - How sin dehumanizes, and salvation restores full humanity41:00 - Moving beyond polarity: holistic, relational, process-oriented faith46:00 - Making space for everyone's growth, imperfections, and ongoing process48:00 - Final encouragement: live into the fullness of grace, not the boundaries of fearAs always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV.Our Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/VOXOLOGY?ref=shop_sugg_marketLearn more about the Voxology PodcastSubscribe on iTunes or SpotifySupport the Voxology Podcast on PatreonThe Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology RadioFollow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on FacebookFollow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerreMusic in this episode by Timothy John StaffordInstagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

Raised: When Jesus Calls the Dead to Life – John 11:27–57 In Episode 141 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane explore one of the most powerful miracles in all of Scripture—the raising of Lazarus in John 11:27–57. As grief, doubt, hope, and faith collide, Jesus declares Himself to be “the resurrection and the life” before calling Lazarus from the tomb. Together, they unpack what this miracle reveals about the heart of God, the power of belief, and how Jesus often works in ways that stretch our faith beyond what we can see. This chapter is not only about a man being raised from the dead—it's about a Savior who brings life into every place that feels hopeless, buried, or beyond redemption. If you've ever wondered whether God can still move in what feels impossible, this conversation is a reminder that Jesus specializes in resurrection. What area of my life feels beyond hope—and am I willing to believe that Jesus still brings dead things back to life?____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Let me know what you think of this episode? A lot of people can look “fine” in church while their home life is falling apart. We sit down with Steve Rotermund, author and founder of Work Right Ministries, to talk honestly about addiction, codependency, trauma, and the long road from shame to healing. Steve shares the surprising way he met his future wife, then opens up about childhood abandonment, abuse, and how those early wounds quietly shaped his relationships and view of God. As his first marriage was consumed by prescription drug addiction, Steve describes what many spouses of addicts feel but rarely say out loud: the exhausting need to fix, manage, rescue, and control. A Christian counselor stops him cold with one sentence, “You're part of the problem,” and it becomes the beginning of codependency recovery. We break down what codependency really looks like, why “being the savior” keeps families stuck, and how boundaries and responsibility can become an act of love rather than rejection. The heart of the conversation is identity in Christ, not as a slogan, but as a lived reality that replaces “I'm not good enough” with sonship, security, and transformation. Steve explains how forgiving himself changed everything, why Christianity is more than weekly attendance, and how healing impacts parenting and generational patterns. We also talk about his book, God's Imperfect Plan Is Perfect, and the online Walk Right Community built to support spouses and partners navigating addiction, fear, and hard decisions. If you're looking for Christian counseling insights, faith-based addiction recovery support, and practical help for codependency and trauma healing, this one is for you. Subscribe, share with someone who needs hope, and leave a review so more people can find the path to freedom. Support the showWant to be a financial supporter of the show, click here, https://www.buzzsprout.com/1754677/supporters/newFollow and subscribe to the podcast here, and get weekly updates on when new episodes are released.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dorsey-ross-show/id1495921329Social Media Links,  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dorsey.ross/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DROCKROSS/ My Book Amazon Book Overcomer https://bit.ly/4h7NGIPWant to be a guest on Dorsey Ross Show? Send Dorsey Ross a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1615423845838x127949785844303500Affiliate Link For Podmatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dorseyross

Principle of the Bondservant: Kingdom Activation of Remnant Ministries Series Part 2 | KIB536 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing   Description The Bondservant: The Missing Foundation of End-Time Ministry In this powerful episode of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake continue laying the foundation for authentic remnant ministry in the last days. Before God can release believers into greater Kingdom assignments, foundational issues must be addressed—including healing from rejection, overcoming feelings of worthlessness, understanding our identity in Christ, and embracing the biblical principle of the bondservant. Mary Lou shares deeply personal insights regarding healing from trauma, overcoming lies spoken over her life, and discovering her true worth through the Word of God. She provides practical biblical keys for breaking free from rejection, shame, and fear of man. Dr. Lake then explores the often-forgotten biblical concept of the bondservant, revealing why every genuine ministry calling must begin with complete surrender to Christ. Drawing from Scripture, he explains the accountability believers have before God, the dangers of self-centered ministry, and why the remnant must remain faithful to the voice of the Master rather than the pressures of culture. As the days ahead grow increasingly challenging, God is preparing a people who know their identity, understand their authority, and are committed to serving King Jesus above all else. This message is essential for anyone seeking to walk faithfully with God, overcome past wounds, and prepare for Kingdom service in the days ahead. Topics Discussed 00:00 – Opening Introduction Biblical Life TV introduction Empowering the remnant for the last days 01:29 – KIB 536 Begins Purpose of Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Growth of the remnant worldwide 03:00 – Food Supply, Health & Preparation Food quality concerns European versus American wheat products Practical preparedness considerations 05:30 – Increasing Pressure to Conform Lessons from recent societal pressures The importance of discernment Seeking God's truth amid deception 07:00 – Healing from Worthlessness and Rejection Mary Lou's personal testimony Trauma recovery insights Overcoming destructive words spoken in childhood 11:50 – Biblical Identity in Christ 1 John 2:15 1 Peter 2:9 Understanding what it means to be God's treasured possession 15:00 – Fear of Rejection and the Remnant Breaking free from fear of man Forgiveness and healing Becoming secure in Christ 20:00 – God's View of Your Worth Luke 12:6-7 Ephesians 2:10 Psalm 139:14 Romans 5:8 25:00 – Standing Against End-Time Fear Alien/UFO deception Spiritual authority in Christ Why healing matters for spiritual warfare 27:00 – Foundations for Kingdom Activation Balance in self-perception Preparing for future Kingdom service 29:00 – Christ Must Remain Preeminent Colossians 1:16-18 Ministry must be centered on Jesus The danger of building personal kingdoms 35:00 – Accountability Before God Judgment Seat of Christ Giving an account for our stewardship Representing Christ faithfully 44:00 – Rewards, Crowns & Eternal Perspective 1 Corinthians 3 Gold, silver, and precious stones Building with eternal value 49:00 – The Biblical Bondservant Romans 1:1 Understanding biblical servanthood Ministry as complete surrender to Christ 53:00 – Ear Nailed to the Doorpost Deuteronomy 15 The bondservant principle Hearing only the Master's voice 58:00 – Dangers Facing Modern Ministry Experiential theology Pressure from culture and congregations Remaining faithful to Scripture 1:01:00 – True Remnant Ministry Obedience over popularity Caring for God's sheep Avoiding celebrity Christianity 1:04:00 – Preparing Future Kingdom Leaders Home fellowships Remnant ministry development The necessity of foundational preparation 1:08:00 – Learning Through Biblical Discussion The value of questioning and discipleship Yeshiva-style learning Sharpening one another in truth 1:12:00 – Becoming Battle-Hardened Saints Spiritual maturity Discernment and endurance Preparing for the days ahead 1:13:00 – Closing Prayer Asking God for the heart of a bondservant Final encouragement to the remnant Call to Action If this message encouraged you, please: ✅ LIKE this video✅ SUBSCRIBE to the channel✅ SHARE this teaching with fellow believers✅ COMMENT below: "I choose to be a bondservant of Christ." Your engagement helps us reach more believers with biblical truth and equips the remnant around the world for the challenges ahead. Partner Support Biblical Life TV and Kingdom Intelligence Briefing are completely supported by faithful friends and partners who believe in preparing God's remnant for the days ahead. If these teachings have strengthened your walk with Christ, helped you understand the times, or equipped you for spiritual warfare, please prayerfully consider becoming a monthly partner. Your support helps us: Produce weekly teachings and briefings Develop biblical discipleship resources Equip believers for end-time challenges Expand the reach of Kingdom-centered teaching around the world To support the ministry, visit: Kingdom Intelligence Briefing https://www.kingdomintelligencebriefing.com Biblical Life Store & Donations https://store.biblicallifeassembly.org Thank you to every friend and partner who stands with us in this Kingdom assignment. 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Live from Holy Spirit Studios at the Abide Women's Conference, Kristi and Tonia sit down with Sarah Kaczmarek to discuss the transformative power of the Father's love, encountering the Holy Spirit, and discovering our true identity as beloved sons and daughters of God.Together, they explore what it means to see ourselves through "God lenses," why we don't have to earn the Holy Spirit, and how God's love meets us right where we are.If you've ever struggled with comparison, wondered if God could really use you, or felt like everyone else has faith figured out, this conversation is a reminder that the Father is pursuing you personally and inviting you into deeper freedom.In This Episode Sarah's journey from childhood faith to a deeper encounter with God  Experiencing the Father's love in a personal way  The role of the Holy Spirit in healing and transformation  How God gently leads us into freedom  Learning to see ourselves and others through "God lenses" Support the show

In this episode of the Radical Radiance podcast, Lisa Allen and host Rebecca George explore confidence, self-leadership, and the importance of faith in overcoming fear. They discuss Lisa's new book, ⁠Your Confidence Compass⁠, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and a mindset rooted in God's truth. They also touch on the significance of longing in both relational and vocational contexts, encouraging listeners to find their identity in Christ as they pursue confidence in their lives. Sponsors:Ever AJ: If your quiet time often feels rushed or scattered, Ever AJ might be just what you need. They design beautiful, functional pieces, like thoughtfully made Bible cases that hold everything in one place, so you can sit down, open up, and actually be present. Check out Ever AJ here!Christian Standard Bible: With Father's Day coming up, I've been thinking about the men who've shaped me, leading with quiet faith, steady presence, and wisdom. If you're looking for a meaningful gift that points him back to truth, I love the Father's Day Gift Guide from Christian Standard Bible. Whether it's a Bible he'll read every morning or something to deepen his study, these are gifts that go beyond the moment and anchor his faith for the long haul. Check out the CSB Father's Day Gift Guide here!Live Oak Integrative Health: If you've been quietly carrying the weight of wanting to grow your family, you're not alone. Rebecca Belch at Live Oak Integrative Health walks alongside women through fertility challenges with a root-cause approach, looking at gut health, nutrition, and overall wellness to help your body support a healthy pregnancy. She's seen so many encouraging stories, including women who've gotten pregnant after finally getting the right support. If you've been looking for answers or just a place to start, this could be a beautiful next step. Learn more at liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radianceLinks:Speaking: https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking Creative Business Coaching: https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching Camp for Creatives: https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives Listen to Radical Radiance on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4 Listen to Radical Radiance on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f Take the FREE Waiting Personality Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6 Take the Why Are You Stuck in Your Calling? Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67 Books:You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry-Up World: https://amzn.to/44omO3kDo the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl: https://amzn.to/43IaFpMBefore Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv 

This week's episode explores the Ninth Commandment and the power of words. From gossip and slander to flattery and silence, the conversation unpacks how speech reflects what is happening in the heart. Discover how a secure identity in Christ shapes the way truth is spoken, relationships are strengthened, and love is lived out in everyday conversations. 

Segment 1 • A shocking report claims authorities ignored the mass exploitation of over 250,000 young girls—why would officials look the other way? • Is fear of being labeled racist preventing governments from confronting serious cultural and criminal problems? • What happens when immigration, assimilation, and public safety collide in ways nobody wants to discuss? Segment 2 • Why are some people calling the Islamic call to prayer beautiful while ignoring the theology behind it? • A European government refuses to ban first-cousin marriage despite alarming birth defect statistics—what's driving the decision? • Are secular governments or religious movements responsible for more violence throughout history than you've been led to believe? Segment 3 • Two newly discovered Augustine sermons spark a surprising reminder about your identity in Christ. • What happens to a marriage when forgiveness is offered—but never truly given? • Another pastor falls in a prostitution sting, raising uncomfortable questions about accountability, temptation, and hidden sin. Segment 4 • Archaeologists uncover one of the oldest known images of Jesus—but does it actually resemble Him? • Why do so many pastors feel exhausted, discouraged, and unsatisfied in ministry today? • How should church members care for their shepherds before burnout becomes a crisis? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

What is sexual attraction fluidity exploration in therapy (SAFE-T)? Licensed professional counselor Andrew Rodriguez shares the history behind the sexual orientation paradigm and offers a powerful message of hope for men seeking alignment between their attractions and their values. You'll learn how Reintegrative Therapy uses modern attachment theory and trauma reprocessing to create significant shifts in unwanted sexual feelings and behaviors. Andrew also opens up about his personal story of childhood loneliness, performance-based faith, and finding his true identity in Christ. Andrew Rodriguez, LPC, has a passion for helping people discover and live out their true identities. He is the owner of Integrity Christian Counseling. He specializes in SAFE-T (sexual attraction fluidity exploration in therapy), working with individuals with unwanted same-sex attraction, sexual addiction, and fetishes. Andrew is certified in Reintegrative Therapy and serves as the Training Facilitator for the Reintegrative Therapy Association. He's also a board member of The Alliance for Therapeutic Choice & Scientific Integrity, a counselor affiliate with Restored Hope Network, and he's partnered with Desert Stream Ministries and ReStory Ministries. Andrew has been married to his wife, Jessica, since 2007, and they live in Pottstown, PA.Check out Andrew's YouTube channel, PsychoBible, where he discusses psychology, theology, and sexuality through a Christian counseling lens at youtube.com/psychobible Learn more about the 2026 Alliance For Therapeutic Choice & Scientific Integrity Online Training Conference here.If you are a professional therapist, sign up for notifications about the next opportunity to be trained by Andrew in Reintegrative Therapy here.Contact Andrew here.Support the showTake the Husband Material Journey...Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTubeStep 2: Join the private Husband Material CommunityStep 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow PornStep 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material AcademyThanks for listening!

Send us Fan MailWhat does it look like for a young man to take ownership of his faith in a world full of distraction, temptation, pressure, and uncertainty?In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson sits down with Creston Leifried and his son Hunter Leifried for a powerful father and son conversation about faith, manhood, identity, discipline, technology, Christian school, college, trades, and the next generation.Hunter shares honestly about growing up in a Christian home, wrestling with insecurity, searching for purpose, and recently making his faith truly his own. He talks about the impact of reading Scripture, being baptized by his dad, finding his identity in Christ, and learning to live with boldness as a young Christian man.Pete, Creston, and Hunter also discuss why parents cannot outsource discipleship, why Christian school is not a silver bullet, how young men are being shaped by social media and technology, and why authenticity and boldness matter when reaching the next generation.This conversation is a challenge to fathers, sons, and men of every age to take faith seriously, live with purpose, and build the next generation of men as God defines greatness.

What if the pressure of time you feel every day belongs to a curse that has already been broken?In this episode of Live Your Best Life, Liz Wright sits down with Dr. Candice Smithyman — prophetic revivalist, healing minister, and Destiny Image author of Cracking the Time Code — for a conversation that will shift the way you see your life, your decisions, and your identity in Christ.Candice unpacks the revelation behind her book: that Jesus broke not just the curse of sin but the curse of time, and that believers are called to live from a place of eternal abundance, shalom, and victory — right now. The episode closes with a powerful prayer for revelation and understanding.Connect with Dr. Candice Smithyman: Website: https://www.candicesmithyman.com Related MaterialsJoin the International Mentoring Community IMC, to facilitate a safe environment where like-minded people at any stage of their walk can enter into a deeper experience of Jesus. Liz Wright will mentor you each week through revelatory teaching, powerful testimonies and the grace to step into life-changing encounters with Jesus.https://www.jointheimc.com/

Chad Chambers, Executive Director of C.H.A.R.M. Prison Ministry, shows us that growing in godliness is not passive. It requires the same intentional effort and discipline we give to every other area of life. Based on 1 Timothy 4:6-16, the foundation of spiritual growth begins with where we place our hope. When our hope is set on the living God, our worship follows naturally, and our worship shapes who we become. Whatever captures our hearts will ultimately form our character, our values, and how we spend our time, talents, and treasures. Practically, training for godliness means knowing God's Word, obeying it, fulfilling the work He has called us to, and persisting even when it is hard. Our hope determines our worship, our worship forms our identity, and our identity directs everything we do. Set your hope on the living God, and let everything else follow from there.

This Father's Day sermon uses a golf-ball illustration to teach that Christians are “set apart” and called to leave worldly ways behind, be renewed in their minds, and live out a new identity in Christ marked by integrity, self-control (especially over anger), and honest work. The pastor especially challenges parents—fathers in particular—to model Christlike living at home, guard their children from worldly ideologies, and rely on the Holy Spirit's power to break patterns like unresolved anger.

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Send us Fan MailSome wounds didn't start in your marriage.They started years earlier.Childhood rejection, abandonment, criticism, betrayal, disappointment, neglect—and then marriage has a way of exposing what was already there.In this episode, Chelsey shares why deep wounds often create deep patterns of self-protection, how God uses marriage to reveal what He intends to heal, and why healing is less about trying harder and more about surrendering the deepest places of your heart to Christ.Because your wound may explain your reaction.But it doesn't determine your future.God is still in the business of making all things new. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

If you are walk into any situation - work, home, conversation, content creation, etc. - with something to prove, something to lose, and something to hide, you are going to be absolutely miserable. You will feel anxious all the time and see people as threats who want to take your stuff or hurt you. To live a peaceful life, we need three attitudes of a surrendered person:**Nothing to Prove:** Whether you are trying to be the smartest person in the room, proving you have nice stuff, or overcompensating because you don't feel you deserve your relationships or job, you are living for the validation of others. You don't have anything to prove because God equipped you and knows who He created you to be. Stop trying to project your self-worth and find your identity in Christ.**Nothing to Lose:** If you are driven by fears like being scared of losing your status at work, your workplace will feel hostile. If you're compromising your morals because you don't want to lose a friend group, you'll never feel at ease with them. But if you present your body as a living sacrifice, you've already given your life away. You can't threaten a dead man. Everything you have is God's. **Nothing to Hide:** Living with guilt sucks. Whether you are hiding secret sin, masking mental health struggles behind a fake smile, or pretending your relationships are perfect when you're fighting all the way to church, half your energy goes to pretending. When you are transparent and stop trying to be two different people, nobody can use anything against you. Confess it and find healing. If you look at your life right now and you are existentially exhausted from pretending, find rest by walking with God with nothing to hide, nothing to lose, and nothing to prove.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjxN2VF1Fr4 { “article”: “## When You’re Standing at the Edge of Your PromisennThere’s a moment every believer eventually faces — you’ve stepped out in faith, you’ve followed the call of God, and just when fulfillment seems within reach, everything starts pressing against you. The enemy shows up. Doubt creeps in. You begin to wonder if you heard God correctly in the first place.nnBishop Robert Daniels, speaking at Lineage Church on Father’s Day, delivered a timely word for anyone standing at that threshold: the edge between wilderness and inheritance. Drawing from Isaiah 59, Isaiah 60, and the Gospel of John, he unpacked what it truly means to possess what God has promised — and why the standard God raises against the enemy is more powerful than most believers realize.nn## The Wilderness Strikes Hardest Right Before BreakthroughnnOne of the most important observations Bishop Daniels shared was this: the enemy doesn’t attack randomly. He comes in specifically when you are about to enter into fulfillment.nn”God is a God that declares the end from the beginning,” he said, “but he doesn’t give you any indication about that middle part — that wilderness part, that part where you don’t know your own name sometimes.”nnThis is a pattern as old as Scripture itself. When the children of Israel stood at the border of the Promised Land, they weren’t defeated by the giants — they were defeated by their own perception. Numbers 13 records that the spies said, “We saw ourselves as grasshoppers in our own eyes.” The enemy’s most effective weapon isn’t brute force — it’s psychological warfare that causes you to disqualify yourself from what God has already declared belongs to you.nnWhen you say “I can’t possess this,” Bishop Daniels reminded the congregation, it is essentially the same as saying “God can’t.” That posture grieves the Spirit and cuts you off from the very power that was meant to carry you through.nn## Isaiah 59:19 — Understanding the StandardnnThe anchor scripture for this message comes from Isaiah 59:19:nn”So shall they fear the name of the Lord from the west, and His glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him.”nnMost believers are more familiar with what the enemy is doing than with what the Spirit of God is doing. We can easily list the attacks, the setbacks, the pressures. But Isaiah tells us something critical: when the flood comes, the Holy Spirit doesn’t stand idle. He raises a standard.nnBishop Daniels spent years studying this passage — consulting Hebrew concordances, examining alternate translations — and arrived at a profound revelation through prayer: the standard the Holy Spirit raises is Jesus Christ himself, lifted up in his crucifixion.nnThis connects directly to Jesus’ words in John 12:31-32: “Now is the judgment of this world. Now the ruler of this world will be cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” The cross is not just a historical event. It is the active, ongoing standard raised against every flood the enemy sends.nn## The Power You Don’t See Because You’re Focused on the EnemynnOne of the most convicting threads throughout this message is the challenge Bishop Daniels places before every believer: do you know what Jesus has done better than you know what the devil is doing?nnMany believers operate from a sin-consciousness rather than a righteousness-consciousness. They measure themselves by their failures or their successes and find their identity in what they do rather than in what Christ has accomplished. This is precisely why spiritual fathers matter — the bishop pointed out that fathers in the faith help circumcise that sin-consciousness from their spiritual children, freeing them to walk in the righteousness that comes not from performance, but from the finished work of Jesus.nn”It’s not what you do or what you’ve done, good or bad,” he declared. “It’s what Jesus did.”nnThis is the foundation of possessing your inheritance. You cannot step into what God has for you if your faith is anchored in your own track record. The moment your eyes shift from the standard — from the lifted-up Christ — to your own capabilities or failures, you begin to shrink back just like the ten spies who saw themselves as grasshoppers.nn## John 3:14 — The Pattern of the Serpent in the WildernessnnBishop Daniels brought in a powerful parallel from John 3:14, where Jesus himself draws a comparison: “As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up.”nnIn Numbers 21, the Israelites were being bitten by serpents because they had spoken against God and Moses during a difficult stretch of the journey — a detour that felt unnecessary to them. God’s instruction for healing was simple and strange: look at the bronze serpent Moses lifted up, and live. No striving. No earning. Just look.nnJesus says he is that standard lifted up. The healing, the freedom, the possession of inheritance — it all flows from looking to him. From believing what has already been accomplished.nnThis is not passive Christianity. It is the deepest kind of faith — the faith that says “it is finished” and acts accordingly, even when the circumstances look like a flood.nn## Entering Your Isaiah 60 MomentnnBishop Daniels spoke of a season he believes the church is entering — what he called an Isaiah 60 moment. Isaiah 60:1 commands, “Arise, shine, for your light has come.” It is a declaration that what belongs to you will come to you. Not because you are striving in need, but because God wants to move his people out of a needy, striving posture and into the fullness of what he has already deposited within them.nnThe Holy Spirit, dwelling inside every believer, reveals what the Father has hidden within you. But you will never access it if you are consumed with what the enemy is doing rather than what the Spirit is revealing.nn## What the Wilderness Is Teaching YounnBefore closing, Bishop Daniels offered a question every believer in a hard season should sit with: “What have you learned about the Father in this season?”nnWilderness seasons are not accidents. They are not signs that God has abandoned you or that you missed his voice. They are the very crucible in which faith becomes real — not just recited, but lived. “You won’t know what faith really is,” he said plainly, “until you come to the end of yourself.”nnGod brings his people to the end of themselves not to humiliate them, but to show them how strong they really are in him. The same God who called you out is the same God who will bring you in.nnIf you find yourself in a season of pressure, discouragement, or confusion today, Bishop Daniels’ word is a timely reminder: the standard has already been raised. The flood the enemy sent against your house does not have the final word. The Holy Spirit has lifted up Jesus — and that changes everything.nnLook up. Your inheritance is closer than you think.”, “keywords”: [“Spiritual Inheritance”, “Faith”, “Identity in Christ”, “Spiritual Warfare”, “The Cross”, “Isaiah 59”, “Breakthrough”, “Spiritual Fatherhood”], “meta_description”: “Discover how to possess your God-given inheritance by understanding the standard God raises against the enemy — the lifted-up Christ of Isaiah 59 and John 12.”, “slug”: “possessing-your-inheritance-through-the-standard”, “summary”: “Bishop Robert Daniels unpacks Isaiah 59:19 and the power of Christ as God’s standard raised against the enemy when you’re on the verge of your inheritance.” }

What if the greatest battle you face isn't around you—but within you? In “Enemy of the State,” Minister Emanuel Lambert, Jr. delivers a passionate message about the spiritual warfare believers face and the enemy's relentless attempt to distort our identity, confidence, and standing before God. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, Romans 8:1–2, and Zechariah 3:1–5, Minister Lambert explains how Satan works to keep Christians trapped in guilt, shame, condemnation, and insecurity. Through a powerful presentation of the gospel, he reminds believers that their acceptance before God is not based on personal performance, but on the finished work of Jesus Christ. Because of Christ, we have been transferred from darkness to light, clothed in His righteousness, and established as sons and daughters of God. This encouraging and liberating message calls listeners to reject the lies of the enemy, embrace their true identity in Christ, and walk boldly in the freedom, forgiveness, and favor that God has already provided through His Son.

What does it look like to truly live as a child of light?In this message from Ephesians 5:8–14, Pastor Ron Cathcart challenges us to move beyond simply believing in Jesus and begin living out the transformed identity we've been given through Him. Paul reminds us that we were once in darkness, but now we are light in the Lord—and that new identity should shape every area of our lives.As followers of Jesus, we're called to reflect His goodness, righteousness, and truth in a world that desperately needs His light. This message will encourage you to examine where you may have drifted, awaken to God's purpose for your life, and take practical steps toward living out your faith every day.In this message, you'll discover:• Why your identity in Christ changes the way you live• The fruit that should naturally flow from a life walking in the light• How to discern what pleases the Lord• The importance of staying spiritually awake and alert• Practical ways to live as a light in your home, workplace, and communityKey Scripture:

Send us Fan MailHave you ever found yourself reacting more strongly than a situation seems to warrant?Maybe it's fear, frustration, anxiety, defensiveness, or discouragement. You know what God says, yet you still find yourself stuck in the same patterns.In this episode, Chelsey explores how past hurts, disappointments, and survival patterns can quietly shape the way we respond to our present circumstances. You'll learn why God often uses life's tests to reveal what still needs healing, how old experiences influence our reactions, and what it means to put off the old self, be renewed in Christ, and walk in freedom.Because God isn't interested in managing your symptoms.He wants to transform you from the inside out. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

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We're reminded that our past does not define us because we have been washed, sanctified, and justified through Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians Paul calls believers to live from their new identity in Christ and honor God with their bodies, relationships, and choices.

How do you know whether something is actually true—or whether it just feels right?Every day, culture, emotions, experiences, and opinions compete to shape the way we see God, ourselves, and the world around us. In this message, Pastor Adam Haugen shares how to develop a truth filter that helps you recognize deception, make wiser decisions, and build your life on something unchanging. Discover how Scripture, the larger story of redemption, and your identity in Christ can help you see clearly today—before regret teaches you tomorrow.

Zac Rybak preaches from Ephesians 1:5-6 where we see that we are adopted as children of God. And this adoptions reveals that the God who saves us is the Father who claims us as his own.

What does it truly mean to be a child of God? In this heartfelt episode of Masculine Journey After Hours, the guys explore the foundation of our identity in Christ—not just as sons of God, but as His beloved children. Through personal stories, movie clips, and honest conversation, they discuss the beauty of childlike faith, the security of a loving Father, and the freedom that comes from knowing we are fully accepted by God. The clips are from "Young Sheldon," "The Martian Child," and "Heaven Is Real."  The discussion touches on overcoming shame, responding to fear and uncertainty, embracing wonder, and learning to trust God the way a child trusts a good parent. Whether you're wrestling with your past, struggling to believe God's love, or simply longing for a deeper relationship with Him, this episode offers encouragement and hope. Be sure to check out our other podcasts, Masculine Journey and Masculine Journey Joyride for more great content!    

Send us Fan MailPain has a way of shrinking your world until all you can see is the problem, the setback, the phone that will not ring, or the car that is not in the driveway yet. We sit with a sister who is carrying heavy family burdens and we do what the church is meant to do: we speak truth, we pray like it matters, and we refuse to let her suffer alone.We keep coming back to identity in Christ, because labels and circumstances are loud, but they are not final. We lean on Scripture that meets you in real life, not just on good days: Psalms 46 on God as refuge and strength, Psalm 16 on not being shaken, and the honest comfort of knowing God is present everywhere you go. There is also a clear reminder that hardship is not proof of abandonment, and that weakness can become the place where God's power is seen most clearly.A major moment centers on Isaiah 53, reflecting on Jesus as a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief, and why that changes how we understand suffering, healing, and endurance. From there we get practical: building a gratitude practice with specific thank yous, finding joy by serving someone else, and lifting your eyes toward heaven when the current season feels endless. We also talk about wisdom and boundaries, because love does not always mean access, and caring for others includes caring for yourself.If you need Christian encouragement, prayer support, and a reminder that a real community can still exist, press play and stay with us through the hard parts and the laughter. Subscribe, share this with someone who feels alone, and leave a review telling us what Scripture has carried you lately.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us Fan Mail“Glory in tribulations” is one of those lines that sounds beautiful until life gets real. We open Romans 5:3–4 and slow the whole chain down: tribulation produces endurance, endurance produces proven character, and proven character strengthens hope. We're not romanticizing pain or telling anyone to go looking for suffering. We're asking what changes when we truly believe we stand in grace through justification by faith, and when we trust God's providence is active even in the pressure. We also wrestle with the impulse to treat hardship as something Christians are promised to avoid. From Daniel to the fiery furnace, the pattern we see is God carrying his people through trials, not around them. That leads to a blunt conversation about “escape” mentalities and what they can do to our courage, our theology, and our expectations of the Christian life. If you've ever wondered whether suffering means God is distant, this will reframe the question. Then the discussion turns deeply personal. We talk about how trials expose what we really believe, why guilt is often the wrong lens for interpreting hardship, and how endurance is formed over time, not earned by performance. We also share living examples of tested faith and end with the group surrounding a hurting sister with empathy, Scripture, and reminders of her identity in Christ. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with someone under pressure, and leave a review so more people can find it.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

We talk with Josh Rittenbach about growing up with a transactional view of God and how shame fed addiction, anger, and collapse in his marriage. We also share the moment the gospel finally felt real and how forgiveness, identity in Christ, and the secret place changed the way Josh lives and fathers his girls.• growing up Adventist in small-town North Dakota and learning to perform for approval• separating God from Jesus in childhood imagination and living under a courtroom mindset• carrying shame from early trauma and trying to stay numb through substances and constant noise• guilt over “messing up God's plan” and the slide into weed, cigarettes, and legal trouble• attempting a reset through theology, psychology, church involvement, and outward stability• life as a farmer and father while hiding pill use to function and avoid silence• quitting opioids, facing withdrawals, and hitting emotional rock bottom through divorce• hearing the message that Jesus is enough and discovering right standing in Christ• reading Scripture with new hunger and learning what righteousness, justification, and sanctification mean• Matthew 18 reframing forgiveness as receiving radical mercy and releasing shame• identity as a beloved son and letting Jesus handle what we cannot fix

Send us Fan MailI sit down with Lion member Michael Hamblin, a husband, dad of four, and tech professional, to talk about the kind of faith that lasts beyond a childhood church background. Michael shares what helped him avoid the common “fall off” when young adults leave home: a real prayer life, a clear identity in Christ, and a core group of believers who kept each other sharp on a secular campus. We also unpack what it looks like to live that same faith at work, from mentoring younger coworkers to handling tough questions about Christianity, hypocrisy, and what truly defines a follower of Jesus. We are excited to be speaking at Mountain Life Church in Park City Utah on June 20th.  Lock in your spot at this link to register. Our latest plan just released on the Bible App called I'm Just a Guy: Feeling Stuck at Work. You can start that plan at this link.  Most men fight a battle no one sees—their thoughts. Shame, temptation, and negative spirals don't just go away. This plan on the Bible App helps you bring that fight into the light, take thoughts captive, and build real discipline of the mind. If you're ready to stop drifting and start leading your thoughts, start here: https://thelionwithin.us/devotional/im-just-a-guy-trying-to-be-healthy/It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Michael interviews Tim St. John about his “Freedom in Christ” session, “Building Churches that Honor and Protect,” concluding a hidden abuse track focused on identifying abuse in churches and then rebuilding healthy culture. Using a termite-damage metaphor, St. John explains that removing abuse isn't enough; churches must reinstall “beams” like sound theology of suffering and identity in Christ to promote healing and exalt Christ. He defines church hurt as unrepentant sin normalized or protected by leadership and describes three waves of pain: the direct wound, failure to address it, and loss of community. Discussing his book After Church Hurt, he addresses both sheep hurt and shepherd hurt, urges looking to Christ as the Good Shepherd, and offers practical steps including diagnosing what happened, seeking legal counsel when crimes are involved, finding experienced counseling, easing back into church, planning conversations, and evaluating church accountability and culture.00:00 Conference Intro00:41 Meet Tim St John01:24 Workshop Overview03:11 Church Hurt Defined06:11 Three Waves of Pain08:16 After Church Hurt Book08:34 Sheep and Shepherd Hurt11:30 Hope in the Good Shepherd14:53 Practical Steps Forward18:11 Closing and ResourcesEpisode ResourcesAfter Church Hurt - Tim St. John 

Send us Fan MailLearn how old receipts from your past may be shaping your present reactions—and how God uses surrender, renewal, and new experiences to rewrite the story and create lasting transformation.What if you're not reacting to what's happening right now?What if you're reacting to a receipt from years ago?The husband who feels unwanted. The couple stuck in the same argument. The woman God is calling into a new season but whose body still responds with fear.Different stories. Same root.Old receipts.In this episode, Chelsey explores how past experiences shape present reactions, why God uses life's tests to reveal what still needs healing, and how surrender creates space for God to write a new story.Because the goal isn't to erase your past.The goal is to stop letting it interpret your present. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

What you don't transform, you transfer.In this podcast-masterclass, we'll explore how unresolved wounds, beliefs, and emotional habits shape our relationships, leadership, and legacy. Discover why patterns like anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control often repeat and learn practical, biblical steps to create lasting transformation.In this episode:The hidden cycle of Event → Wound → Belief → Behavior → ImpactThe difference between awareness and transformationHow emotional health affects every relationship in your lifeA practical framework for breaking unhealthy patternsRomans 12:2 reminds us that transformation begins with the renewing of our minds. Because the greatest gift you can give the people you love is your commitment to becoming emotionally healthy.#EmotionalHealth #InnerHealing #ChristianCoaching #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #OneIdentityMovementGet Your Copy of My Books:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/resourcesDonate (OIM Website):https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/support Get your free guide to identity in Christ:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/subscribeCheck our my merch!https://oneidentitymovement.square.site I'm on social!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/samuel.petty3/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/samuelcpetty My E-courses:https://www.oneidentitymovement.com/resourcesThanks for listening to Live Whole with Dr. Samuel C. Petty.To explore free resources, articles, books, and tools that support your emotional, mental, and spiritual health, visit OneIdentityMovement.com.And remember: Healing the heart. Renewing the mind. Breaking unhealthy patterns.That's how we learn to live whole.

NOTE: When you sign up for Patreon, PLEASE do it through a web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.) and NOT an app on your iPhone. The Apple app charges 30% !!! If you just click on the link above, it should be fine. In today's episode, Becket Cook interviews Elizabeth Woning, co-founder of the Changed Movement, who shares her powerful testimony of leaving a lesbian lifestyle after a radical encounter with God. Growing up in Illinois with bipolar disorder and mental health struggles, Elizabeth pursued seminary as an openly gay woman, embraced queer theology, and lived in the LGBT community—until a supernatural word from the Lord in a church sparked her transformation, leading to deep repentance, mental healing, and marriage to her husband of 21 years. Discover how Elizabeth deconstructed feminist and queer theology through a plain reading of Scripture, overcame severe mental illness without medication, and now helps others through the Changed Movement. This inspiring ex-lesbian Christian story highlights themes of identity in Christ, freedom from same-sex attraction, biblical womanhood, and the power of genuine faith. Perfect for anyone seeking testimonies of transformation, deliverance, or encouragement in walking away from LGBTQ+ culture. Subscribe for more interviews on faith, culture, and redemption. The Becket Cook Show Ep. 244 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Delay, The Death, and The Resurrection Life - John 11:1-26 In Episode 141 - When Jesus hears that His close friend Lazarus is sick, He doesn't rush to his side—He waits. In this episode, we unpack the tension of John 11:1-26. Why does God sometimes seem slow to answer our pain? We'll look at the heartbreak of Mary and Martha, the raw humanity of Jesus, and the staggering moment He redefines reality by declaring, "I am the resurrection and the life." If you're sitting in a season of waiting or wondering if God has forgotten you, this episode is a powerful reminder that His delays are never denials. Where in your life right now does it feel like Jesus is arriving 'too late'—and how does knowing He delayed on purpose with Lazarus change how you view that waiting room? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Dr. Troy Spurrill, the founder and CEO of Synapse Center for Health and Healing, started Synapse over 26 years ago with a vision to bring an integrative approach to healthcare through functional medicine, making Synapse an internationally known center for true health. In this episode, Dr. Troy shares his powerful journey of faith, healing, and the integration of spiritual principles into healthcare. Discover how obedience, identity in Christ, and spiritual warfare play crucial roles in physical and mental health.  Dr. Troy and Reagan also dig into the complexities of the human body and that we are body, mind and spirit and how what we carry spiritually can affect every facet of our being as well as how God is shifting kingdom principles into healthcare! Find more from Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | Youtube Become Part of Our Mission! Support The Revelations Podcast: Your support fuels our mission to share transformative messages of hope and faith. Click here to learn how you can contribute and be part of this growing community!   This Episode is brought to you by Advanced Medicine Alternatives Get back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/ Resources: Synapse Center for Health and Healing - https://www.officialsynapse.com/team/dr-troy-spurrill-dc/ Connect with Dr. Troy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synapsecenterforhealthandhealing Dr. Troy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/synapsehealthandhealing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Officialsynapse/videos Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background 05:34 Dr. Troy's journey to faith and healing 10:46 The spiritual realm and healthcare 13:12 Miracle stories of deliverance 17:01 Passing tests and passing fires 22:37 Giants and divine equipment 30:17 Identity in Christ and overcoming giants 34:43 Living in the present and ongoing growth Resources: Synapse Center for Health and Healing - https://www.officialsynapse.com/team/dr-troy-spurrill-dc/ Connect with Dr. Troy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synapsecenterforhealthandhealing Dr. Troy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/synapsehealthandhealing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Officialsynapse/videos      

You wake up already behind. As a busy Christian woman, your to-do list was long before your feet even hit the floor, and somewhere along the way, you started measuring your faith the same way you measure everything else: by how much you got done today.But what happens when you've done everything right, served well, shown up, said yes to one more thing, and you're still spiritually exhausted? What if the busyness you've mistaken for spiritual maturity is actually the very thing quietly burning you out? And what if striving to do enough for God has nothing to do with what He actually wants from a faithful woman?In this episode, you'll learn to separate faithfulness from productivity once and for all. Discover the difference between living like a machine that has to earn its worth and living like a daughter of God who already belongs, no performance required. We're talking about burnout recovery, biblical rest, identity in Christ, and what it really means to abide rather than just produce. Join Crowned and CarefreeRecipes Mentioned in this EpisodeOvernight OatsScriptures Referenced in this EpisodeJohn 15:4-5Ephesians 2:8-92 Corinthians 5:21Matthew 11:28-30Lamentations 3:23Let's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

The hardest trigger isn't at the party. It's on your own couch, at the end of a regular Tuesday, next to your husband. In this episode, Christie gets personal — sharing what happened in her own marriage when she decided to invest in her health, what she learned about habit loops and evening triggers, and why one person changing is often enough to shift everything. Plus: three husband scenarios, the conversation you need to have, and how to rewire your evening routine so the habit loses its grip.Topics covered: Christie's personal story: investing in her health at 52 | Why the evening is the hardest trigger — and the neuroscience behind it | Three husband scenarios and how to navigate each one | The conversation you need to have with your spouse | How Christie's 5:30am walks changed everything (and what that has to do with your sobriety) | Practical ways to change your evening routine | Why your growth is good for your marriage even when it's uncomfortable | Keeping your eyes on your own journeyThe Sober(ish) Summer 2026 is officially open! We kick off July 1st and doors stay open all summer — jump in whenever you're ready. → Grab your spot here: https://www.thecatholicsobrietycoach.com/sober-ish-summerDrop us a Question or CommentYou've been meaning to cut back. You've prayed about it. And somehow summer is here and nothing has changed. Soberish Summer combines brain science and your identity in Christ to help you understand what's driving the habit — and leave with a plan that's yours to keep. No strict rules + community, and real support.$62. Starts July 1 Reserve your spot: https://www.thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

Thought to share? Send me a text...What if someone followed you around for a day—would they be able to tell that your faith in Jesus is real?Many believers affirm the right things about God, attend church, and identify as Christians, yet struggle to see their faith reflected in everyday decisions, relationships, and priorities. In this episode, we explore James 2 and his challenging question: If faith has truly transformed us, shouldn't that transformation be visible in the way we live? Discover the difference between simply believing facts about God and possessing a living faith that transforms your life.  Learn why good works don't earn salvation but serve as evidence that genuine faith is already at work within you.  Gain practical insight into identifying areas where your actions may not yet align with what you say you believe and how to take your next step of obedience. Listen now to learn how real faith moves beyond words and beliefs to produce a life that visibly reflects the transforming work of Jesus.New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

In episode two of our Summer Recap Series, Shelley Giglio is joined by Sadie Robertson Huff and Korie Robertson for a conversation filled with wisdom, encouragement, and honest reflections on following Jesus in every season of life. Together, they talk about the importance of spiritual discipline and what it looks like to grow into the person God created you to be. Sadie shares stories from her journey into ministry and public speaking, opening up about vulnerability, insecurity, identity, and learning to trust God with every opportunity and open door. Korie shares powerful insight on motherhood, adoption, sacrifice, and creating a home centered around the presence of God. From conversations about contentment and calling to reminders that God's plans are always greater than our own, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and truth for women in every season. Whether you're navigating uncertainty, longing to grow spiritually, or simply needing encouragement to trust God more deeply, we pray this conversation reminds you that He is faithfully leading your story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan Mail~ Are you afraid you might hear God wrong and somehow miss the dream He has for you?This episode is for the Christian woman who keeps wondering, What if I choose the wrong path? What if this dream is just my idea? What if I make a mistake and miss God's plan for my life?I understand that fear because I've asked those questions too.In this solo episode, I'm talking about hearing God's voice, finding your calling, and what it actually means to move forward in faith when certainty is nowhere to be found. I also share part of my story from a long season of singleness, when I wanted God to make everything painfully clear but, instead, had to learn that trust was not the same thing as getting the answers I wanted.If you've been stuck in self-doubt, afraid of stepping outside your comfort zone, or worried that your God-shaped dream depends on you getting everything exactly right, I hope this conversation brings relief.In this episode, I'm talking about:Why fear of hearing God wrong can keep you frozenWhat Scripture says about purpose, gifts, and identity in ChristHow to take a faithful next step without having the whole plan figured outI'll also invite you to look back over the story God has already written in your life: your experiences, gifts, passions, people, places, and the redemption He has already worked in you.You do not need to wait until every question is answered.You do not need to hold your dream with a white-knuckled grip.You can trust that God is big enough to guide you, correct you, sanctify you, and use you even when your steps feel imperfect.***If you're ready to pursue your dream in a way that's rooted in Scripture, aligned with how you're wired, and supported by women who get it, come find your people

Romans 8:16 anchors the believer’s identity in a powerful truth: through the Holy Spirit, we are affirmed as children of God. In this devotional, Cindi McMenamin unpacks what it means to live from that identity rather than slipping back into fear, anxiety, and emotional chaos. When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to function as if we are spiritually alone, but Scripture reminds us that believers are fully adopted, fully known, and fully secured in God’s family. Highlights Romans 8:16 confirms believers are children of God through the Spirit. Stress and anxiety often reflect a forgotten identity in Christ. In Christ, believers are adopted, forgiven, and fully secure. God’s love is unshakable and cannot be separated from His children. Identity in Christ replaces an “orphan mindset” with confidence. Believers are complete in Christ, not unfinished projects. Our daily behavior reflects what we believe about God’s care. Living as God’s child produces peace, trust, and spiritual stability. Join the Conversation Have you experienced a time when God reminded you that He saw your pain, needs, or circumstances? How does knowing that God is El Roi—the God who sees you—change the way you approach difficult seasons? Continue the conversation with the Crosswalk community here: https://forums.crosswalk.com/ Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: No Longer an OrphanBy Cindi McMenaminBible Reading:“The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God” (Romans 8:16 NKJV). Do you realize that when we worry and fret and start living a drama-filled life, we are forgetting who we really are? We are, in a sense, starting to live like orphans. After all, when you are trusting Christ alone for the forgiveness of your sin and for eternal life, you have become His adopted child (John 1:12; Romans 8:14-17). And in that relationship as His child, you have a new identity that does not include the corruption or chaos of your past, or the problems in your present, or the fears of your future. Your drama or problems don’t define you either. In your new role, God calls you: His child – John 1:12 says: “As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name.” His friend – Jesus said “No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you” (John 15:15). A saint – In Ephesians 1:1, believers in Christ are called saints. Yeah, but I’m not a saint, you may be thinking. Your actions may not always say it. But your position in Him says it. You are seen as perfect by Him because You are covered in the righteousness and goodness of Christ. Forgiven – Colossians 1:14 says you have been redeemed (bought back) and forgiven of all your sins—past, present, and future. So your past sins—or your past wounds—can no longer define you. Your slate is wiped clean. Complete – Do you feel like a “work in progress”? Many people describe themselves this way, referring to how they are not yet what God desires of them. But God’s Word is the final authority, and it says “you are complete in Him” (Colossians 2:10). The work has already been done. You just need to live in that truth and wear it. Secure – both eternally and daily, in Him. You are free from condemnation (Romans 8:1-2), free from condemning charges (Romans 8:31-34), and free from the possibility of abandonment (Hebrews 13:5). Unconditionally loved – Romans 8:35-39 says “nothing” will be able to separate you from the love of God – not death, life, circumstances, sin, poor choices, a season of rebellion, nothing! His temple – that means He lives within you. Your heart is His home. And He dwells with you daily (1Corinthians 6:19). Royalty – He says you are seated with Him in the heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). His masterpiece –created in Him for good words which He prepared for you before you were ever born (Ephesians 2:10 NLT). Fully capable by His power –You are able to accomplish “all things” through Christ, who gives you strength (Philippians 4:13). His possession –You are not your own, you belong to Him because you were “bought at a price” (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). That means He protects you and provides for you as His own. That also means nothing can touch you that hasn’t first gone through His loving hands. Intersecting Faith & Life: So, why do we stress about our needs, our problems, our finances, our health, and our relationships? Is that our way of saying God has forgotten us and He won’t really be a good Father to His child? Through our stress and striving, are we saying to others around us, “I’m on my own because God won’t—or can’t—help me.” How you and I live day to day is evidence of what we truly believe. An orphaned child says, “I am all alone. I have no one to help me.” A child of God lives confidently in the words: “My Father is with me. And He will help me.” The more you reaffirm who you are in Christ, the more your behavior will reflect your true identity—a loved, well-cared-for child of the Most High God who never needs to stress or worry. Why would you want to live any other way? Further Reading:Romans 8:12-17 For more on living like a loved child of God, see Cindi’s book, Drama Free: Finding Peace When Emotions Overwhelm You. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed no matter how much you accomplish? Many women assume stress comes from a busy schedule, work demands, family responsibilities, or an overflowing to-do list. In this episode, resilience coach Charlotte joins me for a conversation about what may actually be happening underneath the overwhelm. We discuss identity-based stress, people pleasing, perfectionism, performance, self-worth, and the pressure many women carry to meet everyone's expectations. Charlotte shares practical ways to recognize the hidden beliefs driving burnout and how building your identity in Christ creates resilience, confidence, and peace even during demanding seasons. If you've been struggling with stress, anxiety, burnout, work-life balance, or feeling like you're constantly carrying too much, I think this conversation will encourage you. In this episode: • Identity-based stress vs. identity-led resilience • People pleasing and performance-driven living • Why work-life balance often leaves women frustrated • Recognizing false identities and unhealthy expectations • Building resilience through your identity in Christ • Practical steps to break reactive stress patterns We hope this conversation encourages you to take a fresh look at the stories you've been telling yourself and draws you closer to the person God created you to be. Connect with Charlotte: https://charlottehaggie.com/

TMC Program Staff Adam Borneman and Adam Mixon speak with the Rev. Sherrad Hayes (Union Baptist Church, West Point, GA) about the "long game" of spiritual transformation, the difference between the immediate and the urgent, and the importance of our core identity in Christ.Episode Transcript.

What if our children could learn to take their hurts, fears, and struggles to Jesus in the moment instead of carrying those wounds into adulthood?In this part two conversation, Jennifer Barnett shares practical tools to help parents equip their children with the foundations of inner healing prayer, emotional resilience, and a lifelong connection with God. Rather than waiting until adulthood to address wounds, shame, fear, or mistaken identity, Jennifer explains how parents can help children recognize God's voice, bring their hurts to Him, and experience His healing presence right where they are.We discuss why connection with God is the foundation of spiritual health, how the enemy often targets areas of pain and confusion, and why today's children need practical tools to discern truth from lies. Jennifer also shares simple ways parents can model prayer, create safe spaces for spiritual conversations, and help their children learn to take every thought captive and replace lies with God's truth.If you've ever wondered how to raise children who know how to hear God's voice, walk in their identity in Christ, and find freedom from shame and fear, this episode is filled with encouragement and practical wisdom.In This Episode We Discuss: Why childhood wounds can become strongholds if left unaddressed How inner healing prayer can help children process hurts in real time The importance of teaching kids to hear and recognize God's voice Why connection with God is the foundation of healing and freedom Common lies children are believing today—and how to combat them How shame impacts a child's relationship with God and others Practical ways to help children take thoughts captive The difference between responding to children with restoration versus shame Why helping kids abide in Christ is one of the greatest gifts we can give them Connect with Jennifer Barnett:  Website: Freedom Prayer  Instagram: Freedom Prayer Facebook: Freedom Prayer (@freedom_prayer) Links Mentioned:  Freedom Tools [book]  First Freedoms: Drawing Near to God by Cultivating a Wholehearted Prayer Life [book] Get a free print copy of Jennifer Barnett's book Next Generation Prayer: Helping Youth Overcome Their Struggles — just pay shipping! Just click on https://oakspress.com/life to check out. Related Episodes: Healing Past Wounds for More Freedom :: Jennifer Barnett [Summer of Mentorship wk 4] Inner Healing Prayer :: Jennifer Barnett [Ep 323] How to Hear God's Voice: Freedom Prayer and Abiding in Christ with Jennifer Barnett [Ep 576] Featured Sponsors:  Skylight Calendar: Families are better when they're working together. Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to MySkylight.com/DMA. Wayfair: Patio season is here and these deals won't last! Head to wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.  Cash App: New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

Following Jesus makes you different. That difference most commonly and brilliantly shows up when life gets hard.This week, we'll be studying 1 Peter 2:4-10 under the theme “You're Not Doing Life Alone.” From the moment we're born, we crave connection—and in Christ, God gives us something better than independence: he makes us part of a living family, built together on a living Savior.Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter & best-selling author Anne Wilson introduces her newest book, Rebel: Following Jesus When the World Walks the Other Way, which recounts her journey as a Christian and country music artist. Anne shares how her faith was a source of strength following the tragic death of her brother and how she transformed her daily journaling into the hit song "My Jesus." Anne also highlights her "Hey Girl Nation" initiative, a platform that provides a supportive community where young girls are reminded of their identity in Christ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

San Diego Padres stud pitcher Mason Miller joins Scott Linebrink and Jason Romano to discuss his diabetes battle, throwing 104 mph, his sudden rise to stardom, finding his identity in Jesus and what Jesus Topics:01:00 - The thrill of throwing 104 mph fastballs02:20 - The art of pitching: adjustments and scouting04:40 - The origin of the nickname “The Reaper” 06:30 - Mason's faith journey and growing closer to Christ 09:20 - Balancing faith, family, and a busy baseball schedule11:29 - Staying connected to Jesus during the season13:59 - Transitioning organizations: leaving the A's for the Padres 16:55 - Being the new guy and fostering team camaraderie19:20 - Managing success, humility, and staying rooted in Christ20:40 - Reflecting on past challenges and trusting God's plan25:39 - Using platform for purpose: faith, service, and impact27:18 - Sharing about “Jesus Won” and spreading the message30:37 - Embracing struggles, purpose, and living with gratitude34:04 - Closing thoughts on faith, humility, and athletic excellenceWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/

This week, Jennie talks with her friend and bestselling author Ann Voskamp for a conversation about friendship, healing, identity, and the kind of community that changes us. They break down how childhood wounds can still shape us as adults and how understanding our identity in Christ changes everything from our friendships to our parenting to our relationship with God.Follow AnnOrder Jennie's Book - The Lie You Don't Know You BelieveSponsor a Child with CompassionCheck out Boll and BranchMore episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeFollow Jennie: Instagram | FacebookSubscribe for more content each weekGet a daily devo straight to your Instagram DM'sLEARN MORE