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Do you have a relationships with the saints? In this two-part series, Jeff fouses on the concept of the 'communion of saints' and compares it to a 'spiritual mutual fund.' He explains the importance of the saints, their role in heaven, and how they intercede for us on Earth. With references to the Catechism and the teachings of St. John Paul II, Jeff delves into why the saints are essential along our faith journey. Snippet from the Show The Communion of Saints is a spiritual union of all the members of the Church. In Christ, we cannot be separated from each other. Email us with comments or questions at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. Text ājeffcavinsā to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff's shownotes delivered straight to your email! Or visit https://media.ascensionpress.com/?s=&page=2&category%5B0%5D=Ascension%20Podcasts&category%5B1%5D=The%20Jeff%20Cavins%20Show for full shownotes!
This Effective Prayer Brings Miracles Into Your Life | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Be Blessed When You Say "Yes" To What God Says | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Ever had a spiritual faceplant you wish you could undo? Youāre not alone. Abrahamāyep, the father of our faithāblew it in a big way. But grace didnāt give up on him, and it wonāt give up on you either. Key Takeaways Grace Offers Do-Overs ā Even when we fail, Godās mercy meets us with a fresh start (Lamentations 3:22-23). Abraham Messed Up Too ā He let fear rule and threw his wife under the proverbial camel. Still, God didnāt cancel himāHe called him back. Return to the Altar ā After failing in Egypt, Abraham went back to where he first encountered God (Genesis 13:4). Returning to God is always the right next step. Failure Isnāt Final ā Your spiritual missteps donāt have to define your story. In Christ, shame doesnāt stickāredemption does. Join the Conversation What āaltarā do you need to return to? What would it look like for you to start over today with God's grace in view? Share your thoughts with us using #LifeaudioNetwork and let others be encouraged by your journey. Youāre not too far gone. Godās mercy says, āLetās try againātogether.ā
Ephesians 2:11-12. Before Christ, the nations were hopeless because they had no Messiah and no real, solid hope for the future. Because of this, sin reigned and darkness increased in these nations. We too were lost. Those who had no Jewish lineage were cut off from God's promises. Ephesians 2:13-14a. Christ has brought us near to God. He is our peace and the source of our hope. Ephesians 2:14b-16. Christ has made something entirely different out of the two groups. He did this through his death on the cross. His body dying gave life to us gentiles and Jews in God. He destroyed the hostility between the two groups. He did this by freeing us from the law of Moses and its commandments. He gave us a new identity in him in a new covenant apart from the law. Ephesians 2:17-18. Jesus preached to Jews and gentiles alike while he was on the earth but integrally after he left through his followers. He gave access to God to all who believe both Jews and gentiles. Ephesians 2:19-21. Gentiles are fellow partakers of the promises of God. This was something planned long ago and was built upon the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ being the chief cornerstone. Ephesians 2:21-22. In Christ, we are the new temple of God. We are being built into something new, God's new temple on earth. God dwells in human hearts, especially when we gather together in the name of Jesus Christ.The post Ephesians 4: From Strangers to Citizens first appeared on Living Hope.
What You're Holding Onto Isn't for YouāGod Has Better | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Sexual immorality has always been a sin with very serious consequences; it defiles everyone involved and makes them unclean. Additionally, under the Law of Moses, even the lawful intimacy of a husband and wife made them temporarily unclean. In Christ, our bodies have been purchased and have become the temple of God. This makes sexual [ā¦]
Ephesians 6:10-11 ā Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones admits that the problem of spiritual depression is so widespread that he could spend all of his time counseling depressed Christians. In this sermon on Ephesians 6:10ā11 titled āBe Strong in the Lord,ā he seeks to address the cause of spiritual depression. While the counselor should take strides to ease the immediate pain of depression, the problem lies deeper than the pain itself. The problem is spiritual. Living in a materialistic world, Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that one forgets that the spiritual world exists. The tendency is to treat everything as physical. For some, this means arguing that all depression is the result of personal sin. For others, this means arguing that all depression is the result of the body or brain. These answers, however, do not go deep enough and leave the individual in their depression. The problem is that Satan wars against humanity. These depressed thoughts come from the devil himself. In fighting spiritual depression, Christians must engage in a spiritual battle. Dr. Lloyd-Jones examines the whole armor of God and calls Christians to put on this armor. This is their fight against spiritual depression: to take up this armor and fight against the devil. Listen and be encouraged that Christ has triumphed, He has defeated the devil. In Christ, His people will prevail.
Ephesians 6:10-11 ā Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones admits that the problem of spiritual depression is so widespread that he could spend all of his time counseling depressed Christians. In this sermon on Ephesians 6:10ā11 titled āBe Strong in the Lord,ā he seeks to address the cause of spiritual depression. While the counselor should take strides to ease the immediate pain of depression, the problem lies deeper than the pain itself. The problem is spiritual. Living in a materialistic world, Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that one forgets that the spiritual world exists. The tendency is to treat everything as physical. For some, this means arguing that all depression is the result of personal sin. For others, this means arguing that all depression is the result of the body or brain. These answers, however, do not go deep enough and leave the individual in their depression. The problem is that Satan wars against humanity. These depressed thoughts come from the devil himself. In fighting spiritual depression, Christians must engage in a spiritual battle. Dr. Lloyd-Jones examines the whole armor of God and calls Christians to put on this armor. This is their fight against spiritual depression: to take up this armor and fight against the devil. Listen and be encouraged that Christ has triumphed, He has defeated the devil. In Christ, His people will prevail. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29
Still labeling yourself by past mistakes or family baggage? In Christ, āthe old has gone, the new has comeā (2 Cor 5:17). You are not ājust that wayā anymoreāGod rewrote your story the moment you trusted Him. Key Reflections New Creation, New Identity ā Gal 2:20 says your old self was crucified; Christ now lives in you. Let God Define You ā Scripture, not your past, assigns your worth. (See Eph 1.) Capture Toxic Thoughts ā Take every thought captive (2 Cor 10:5) and replace lies with truth. Progress Requires Renewal ā Daily renew your mind (Rom 12:2) to walk in who you already are. Join the Conversation What negative label do you need to lock up today? How are you choosing to see yourself through Godās Word instead of past mistakes? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram using #LifeaudioNetworkāletās encourage one another to live as new creations!
What God Has Planned For You Is Far Better Than You Can Imagine | Blessed Morning Prayer For TodaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
God Is Working On What You Cannot See | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
In this weeks episode of the Spiritual Leader Podcast, Pastor Darrin Baldwin is joined by Tyson Robinson where they talk about Christ in you! Instagram: instagram.com/melodychurch/ Facebook: facebook.com/melodychurchliveoak
No Other Jesus | Week 3 | Mitchell Dorris--Paul warns against being led astray by persuasive arguments, empty philosophies, or religious rule-keeping that looks spiritual but lacks substance. In Christ, we have everythingāwe've been made alive, forgiven, and set free from the weight of the law.Ā
Be So Rooted In God That The Winds Of Life Cannot Move You | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start The DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer⢠Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer⢠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
In this message, Andrew unpacks Exodus 19 as the pivotal moment when Yahweh proposes covenant union with His people, revealing that Exodus is not merely a rescue storyāit's a love story. After delivering Israel from slavery, God invites them into a sacred relationship, offering not just rules, but identity and vocation: to be His treasured possession and a kingdom of priests. This covenant mirrors a wedding proposal, calling for wholehearted devotion rather than passive belief. Though God's holiness is overwhelming, the message of the New Covenant through Jesus is that we are no longer held at a distance. In Christ, we move from trembling at the base of the mountain to bold access in the presence of God. Worship becomes our response to divine love, not out of fear, but from joy and freedom, as we receive both our identity and purpose in Him.
"We're called to unity, but we are not called to uniformity. In Christ, we are formed for freedom!"Ā In his sermon, rooted in Galatians 2:11ā21, Pastor Mason challenged us to embrace our church's core value of āUnity in Diversity," not as a reflection of modern politics, but as a gospel-centered reality established by Christ. . As believers, we're called to embrace this unity with others across ethnic lines, celebrate diversity in worship and expression, and resist anything that challenges Christ's ultimate authority.
God Is Setting You Up For Something Greater | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Keep Your Eyes On GodāNot The Storm (HE'S GOT YOU) | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start The Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
In this weeks episode of the Spiritual Leader Podcast, Pastor's Darrin and Laura Baldwin talk about living in Christ! Instagram: instagram.com/melodychurch/ Facebook: facebook.com/melodychurchliveoak
4 Minutes To Start Your Day Trusting God | A Blessed Morning Prayer To Begin Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
In Paul's appeal to the Colossian church, he reiterates the creative and sovereign power of Jesus in a what seems to be a known song or prayer. For Paul, everything is about Jesus. It is Christ who is the agent in creation, it is Christ who reigns over all things, and it Christ who redeems and reconciles creation back to God. In Christ, our relationship with God can be restored. That is what gives us hope. That is what gives us meaning and purpose. That is what gives us life. That is true power. The invitation for everyone is to make Jesus King. Make Jesus King over all things. If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ā www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer________________________Gateway Baptist Church meets across six locations in South-East Queensland and online.For over 90 years, we've been committed to guiding people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus.Learn more about us at ā https://gatewaybaptist.com.auā or join us on Sundays at ā gtwy.au/live
As we open Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus it becomes immediately clear that Paul is overflowing with joy in Christ. The source and origin of this joy is Christ Himself, whom Paul notes as the one who is responsible for our salvation. Take note of how often Paul uses the phrase āIn Himā or āIn Christā. He goes on to make clear that it is not our works that bring such blessing and righteousness, but free grace through faith. Having received this gift, Paul then encourages the church to live worthy of God's calling. Though we may often fail, we should make it our aim to grow into maturity, submitting to the order of King Jesus.Ephesians 1 ā 1:14 .Ā Ephesians 2 ā 4:46 .Ā Ephesians 3 ā 8:17 .Ā Ephesians 4 ā 12:05 .Ā Ephesians 5 ā 16:40 .Ā Ephesians 6 ā 21:05 .Ā Proverbs 26:1-12 ā 24:52 .Ā :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org
In Christ, you're always on the winning side.
"You are not defined by the sin you were born into. In Christ, you are made new." The resurrection of Jesus isn't just the climax of the Easter storyāit's the foundation of our faith. Without it, death still wins. But because Jesus was raised, we are raised with Him into new life. This sermon confronts the universal reality of sin, the broken condition of the human heart, and the powerful truth that Jesus' resurrection proves He was sinlessāand that death could not hold Him.
God's Making a Way For You Where There Is No Way | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
We were enslaved to the ways of the world, but the Father desired to adopt us as His children. In Christ, we are free to live joyfully as the sons and daughters of God.
We were enslaved to the ways of the world, but the Father desired to adopt us as His children. In Christ, we are free to live joyfully as the sons and daughters of God.
God's Grace For You Is More Than Enough | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodWhen God Is All You Have, Then You Have All You Need (Psalm 23:1) | Blessed Morning Prayer For TodaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectĀ© Copyright Daily Effective Prayer SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
When God Is All You Have, Then You Have All You Need (Psalm 23:1) | Blessed Morning Prayer For TodaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
In this weeks episode of the Spiritual Leader Podcast, Pastor's Darrin and Laura Baldwin talk about living in Christ! Instagram: instagram.com/melodychurch/ Facebook: facebook.com/melodychurchliveoak
Time With God Is Never Wasted (IT'S BLESSED) | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Tap here to send us a message!The greatest battle we face each day is fought in the mindāthe struggle to believe that God is truly for us, not against us. It's the war between truth and lies, where we must hold fast to the promise that we are not beyond repair and that His strength is made perfect in our weakness. In Christ, we are not victims of fear or despair, but overcomers called to walk in peace, victory, and purpose.05/04/2025 - Sunday AfternoonĀ Scriptures:Colossians 1:19-22Genesis 3:13II Corinthians 11:3Proverbs 23:7Job 3:25II Corinthians 4:4Philippians 4:8I Corinthians 2:16II Timothy 1:7Isaiah 26:3Ephesians 4:22-24I Corinthians 2:14Romans 8:5-11Philippians 2:5Jeremiah 10:23II Corinthians 10:3-5Colossians 1:19-22John 8:24, 31, 32, 34, 36
Beginning our series on Ephesians, we'll cover the first half of the first chapter (Eph 1:1-14). What emerges are three main points: (1) you are blessed in Christ, (2) you are redeemed for new creation, and (3) you are sealed for an inheritance. Thus, God has equipped you with every advantage in Christ. Ephesians 1:1-2 Since, the words āin Ephesusā are missing from several of our earliest manuscripts and the letter lacks any specifics about the recipients, Paul likely wrote Ephesians to be read by multiple churches right from the start. It is a comprehensive and masterful summary of Christianity and is well worth your time. Ephesians 1:3-6 From our creation, God blessed us (Gen 1:28). Then after humanity's initial rebellion, our world became cursed, and our flesh became fallen. God chose Abraham and then Israel so that through them He could bless the world. In Christāthe quintessential Israeliteāwe receive the blessings that result in holiness, adoption, and an inheritance (Gen 1:28; 12:2-3; Deu 7:6-14). Ephesians 1:7-10 In Christ we have redemption through his blood, resulting in forgiveness of our sins. Grace may be freely available, but it is not cheap. It cost something: Christ was the price. To be redeemed is for a captive or slave to be set free. This was all part of God's plan to unite all things in heaven and earth in Christ. Ephesians 1:11-14 In Christ we have an inheritance. Guaranteeing God's promise of this bright future, He's sealed us with His spirit. In their world, a seal meant possession, like a rancher's brand. The idea s not that you can live however you want and you will still be saved. Rather, it's that God has marked you His own, giving you a new identity in Christ that you should live out joyfully.The post Ephesians 1: Every Advantage first appeared on Living Hope.
Real transformation isn't about trying harderāit's about letting go. In Christ, we don't just make improvements; we make an exchange, trading our old ways for new life in Him.
Real transformation isn't about trying harderāit's about letting go. In Christ, we don't just make improvements; we make an exchange, trading our old ways for new life in Him.
Because our hearts are wicked and desperately sick, we don't even have the power in ourselves to do what God's word tells us to do, so we always miss its blessings. Christ died to redeem our wicked hearts so that we could finally obey the word of God and receive its blessings. In Christ we have the power to obey. Now we just have to choose to do it.
After pointing out how to tell between true and false prophets, Jesus goes on to describe the reality of those who claim to be His disciples, but who in fact are not.Ā He reveals that we cannot discern a disciple based on amazing and good works they do in His name. Ā āIn the end, there is one basis of salvation; it isn't mere verbal confession, not āspiritual works,ā but knowing Jesus and being known by Him. It is our connection to Him ā by the gift of faith that He gives to us ā that secures our salvation. Connected to Jesus we are secure; without connection to Him all the miracles and great works prove nothing.āĀ -David GuzakWe cannot base our citizenship in the Kingdom of Heaven upon anything but Jesus--not anything we do or say or perform, no matter whose name we claim to serveāit is Only faith in the Lord Jesus Christ's work on our behalf by which we enter. Let us take these words to heart, submit our lives to His Lordship, rely upon His all-sufficient Grace and seek Him as our only source of Life.Ā In Christ alone are we secure.Prepare for this week's message by reading Matthew 7:21-23 with Paul's words of assurance in Ephesians 2:4-10 and Romans 8:31-39
Mark 5:1-20 is the second of four miracles that display Jesus' power as God in flesh. At the end of chapter 4, Jesus calmed a storm by rebuking it. Creation bowed to its master as the wind and waves obeyed. The creator is sovereign over His creation. Mark 5:1-20 shows us that Jesus also holds power over the spiritual realm, the armies of Satan, and the kingdom of darkness. When Jesus arrives at the opposite shore of the Sea of Galilee, a man enslaved by unclean spirits meets Him. Mark provides significant detail regarding this man's hopeless and tormented condition (v. 1-5). As the narrative progresses, we learn that a legion of unclean spirits inhabits him. But even thousands of demons cannot withstand His authority. Jesus triumphs over the host of enemy powers with the same authority and word that stilled the storm. Jesus has come to set the captive free. This man's circumstances are extreme, but they are not the only picture of someone enslaved to Satan's kingdom. Without Christ, all of Adam's descendants are held under Satan's power (1 John 5:19; Eph. 2:1-2; Col. 1:13-14). If Jesus can conquer the army garrisoned within this man, He can free any captive and save any soul enslaved by sin. There are several twists in this narrative involving suicidal pigs and a howling graveyard dweller, but as we have seen before, Jesus is the "Son of the Most High God" (Mark 5:7) and possesses the power to bring the kingdom of God into the darkness. Mark ends this passage by displaying how the townspeople and the recently delivered man respond to Jesus. One is commissioned, while the others beg Jesus to leave. I. The Plight Of The Enemy's Slave (v. 1-5) II. The Power Of The Sovereign Son (v. 6-13) III. The Responses To This Lord & King (v. 14-20) In Christ, Jason Velotta worship-connect-serve
One of the greatest struggles we experience in life is figuring out who we are. What's our identity? To answer this question we might look at our born qualities: our family of origin, our abilities, our physical traits. Or we might look to our earned qualities: our education, profession, relationships. How often do we first look to what God says? In Christ, God gives us an identity that should come before any other and He wants us to take hold of our identity as His child.
Prayer First Thing Moves God's Hand (POWERFUL) | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Don't Worry, God's Looking After It (HE'S GOT IT) | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start The Day With GodSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
When we become a follower of Jesus our POSITION is āIn Christā but along with our position we have a CONDITION and that condition includes our sin nature. Join us to see why we should begin to look different each day!
When we become a follower of Jesus our POSITION is āIn Christā but along with our position we have a CONDITION and that condition includes our sin nature. Join us to see why we should begin to look different each day!
God Is Your HelpāKeep Your Eyes On Him (PSALM 121:1) | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Keep Believing Because God's Not Going To Let You Down | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.orgĀ© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.comĀ SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTubeX / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayerā¢
Topics: Concerns About Salvation, Trusting Jesus, Conviction of Belief in Christ, Holy Person Identity (Colossians 3:12), Lies About Holy Desires, Needing to Repent of Sins, Baptism for Salvation, Doubts About Salvation, Still Sinning and God Leaving, Dying Without Repenting of All Sins, Not Feeling Saved, Definition Of Salvation, Jesus As Savior (John 3:17), Salvation Through Belief (John 3:18), Born "In Adam" (1 Corinthians 15:22), Getting "In Christ" Through Belief, New Creation In Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17), Power Of Sin Entering The World, Hamartia as the Force Of Sin, Adam was Created Good, Temptation and Sin Entering (Genesis 3), Recreated In Christ, Legalistic Knowledge of Right And Wrong, Sin Removing Life (Romans 5:12), God's Grace Through Jesus (Romans 5:15), Gift of Eternal Life, Jesus Becoming Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Saved By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Baptized Into Christ (Romans 6), Security From Sin's PenaltyĀ Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter
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