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Forgive (Sermon on the Mount Series) Episode 24 - Sunday, 15th June 2025.Sermon on the Mount Series Episode 24 [Matthew Chapter 6 (KJV)]Father Meet My Need! - Matthew 6:12 "And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors."1. Forgive us as we forgive

June 9th, 2025Shawn, Justin and "Other Justin" dive verse by verse into Matthew Chapter 2

Father Meet My Need! (Sermon on the Mount Series) Episode 23 - Sunday, 8th June 2025.Sermon on the Mount Series Episode 23 [Matthew Chapter 6 (KJV)]Father Meet My Need! - Matthew 6:11 "Give us this day our daily bread."1. Give.2. This Day.3. Our Daily Bread.

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Mashiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including ten parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew uses the term "fulfilled" 82 times! Many scholars now believe that the Gospel was written before Paul's first imprisonment of 57-60 A.D., and that virtually all of the New Testament books were written before Jerusalem's destruction. This study contains 24 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 11-01-2006 Recorded: 2006

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Mashiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including ten parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew uses the term "fulfilled" 82 times! Many scholars now believe that the Gospel was written before Paul's first imprisonment of 57-60 A.D., and that virtually all of the New Testament books were written before Jerusalem's destruction. This study contains 24 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 11-01-2006 Recorded: 2006

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Mashiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including ten parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew uses the term "fulfilled" 82 times! Many scholars now believe that the Gospel was written before Paul's first imprisonment of 57-60 A.D., and that virtually all of the New Testament books were written before Jerusalem's destruction. This study contains 24 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 11-01-2006 Recorded: 2006

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Mashiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including ten parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew uses the term "fulfilled" 82 times! Many scholars now believe that the Gospel was written before Paul's first imprisonment of 57-60 A.D., and that virtually all of the New Testament books were written before Jerusalem's destruction. This study contains 24 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 11-01-2006 Recorded: 2006

June 2nd, 2025Shawn, Cullan and "Other Justin" dive verse by verse into Matthew Chapter 1

Matthew presents Jesus Christ as the Jesus as the Mashiach Nagid, the Messiah the King, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. It was written by a Jew, to Jews, about a Jew. This book of the Bible uses more Old Testament quotes than any other. The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes the saying of Jesus, including ten parables not found in any other Gospel. After first establishing the royal genealogy, he then goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew uses the term "fulfilled" 82 times! Many scholars now believe that the Gospel was written before Paul's first imprisonment of 57-60 A.D., and that virtually all of the New Testament books were written before Jerusalem's destruction. This study contains 24 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 11-01-2006 Recorded: 2006

Matt continues teaching though Matthew Chapter 9 and how God is still speaking and moving.

Bible Study and Commentary on Matthew 27:50-54Miracle at the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ - Some Graves Open and Bodies are Resurrected

Finding Your Purpose: Embracing God's Will for Your Life Today's message from Danny, "Finding Your Purpose: Embracing God's Will for Your Life," was a powerful and deeply personal exploration of discovering and living out God's divine plan, even in the most unexpected circumstances. Danny opened by inviting us into a moment of worship, acknowledging God as the sole recipient of glory and honor, whose voice endures beyond all others. He set the tone for a message centered not on human agenda, but on the expansion of God's Kingdom and the spiritual nourishment of His people. Danny then shared a poignant personal anecdote that served as the foundational revelation for his message. He recounted his time working as a cleaner in a church building, meticulously polishing floors in preparation for Sunday service. This seemingly mundane task was interrupted by a little boy, fresh from playing in the mud, who ran right across the freshly cleaned floor, leaving a trail of dirt and undoing Danny's hard work. In that moment of profound frustration and exhaustion, a divine revelation struck him. He described feeling a deep grief, mirroring God's own grief over humanity. It was in this ordinary, frustrating moment that God spoke to Danny from Matthew chapter 6 – though he later clarified the primary scripture for the sermon was from Matthew chapter 2. The Lord revealed that just as Danny felt pain watching the clean floor be messed up, so too does God feel when humanity, created in His own image, has their lives disrupted and destroyed by the enemy. This powerful analogy underscored God's heartbreak over humanity's fallen state and His desire to restore and cleanse. More profoundly, God revealed to Danny that his meticulous work of cleaning floors was a metaphor for a much greater calling: to "clean the hearts of men." This pivotal moment marked a turning point in Danny's understanding of his purpose, illustrating that God can use even the most humble tasks to reveal His grand design for our lives. Danny emphasized that this was a spontaneous message, birthed in prayer that very morning, demonstrating his reliance on the Holy Spirit's leading rather than a pre-written sermon. He then turned to the core biblical text, Matthew chapter 2, beginning from verse 1. He recounted the story of the Magi from the East who, having seen Jesus' star, came to Jerusalem seeking the "one who has been born king of the Jews." King Herod's disturbance and his subsequent inquiry of the chief priests and teachers of the law about the Messiah's birthplace led them to the prophecy in Micah 5:2, which states: "But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judea, are by no means least among the rulers of Judea; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel." This scripture, Danny explained, was the very word God spoke to him during his cleaning revelation. He connected it directly to his own experience, and by extension, to everyone in the congregation. Just as Bethlehem, seemingly insignificant, was chosen to be the birthplace of a King who would shepherd God's people, so too are we, regardless of our perceived insignificance or past circumstances, chosen and ordained by God. He stressed that even before we were born, God knew us and had a purpose for us. Danny passionately declared that our societal roles, family backgrounds, or past struggles do not disqualify us from God's plan. We may not fit society's molds or expectations, but God has uniquely fashioned each of us "to be a voice for the nations." He affirmed that God has done everything necessary to equip us to fulfill His purpose. This divine design means that God sees every tear shed, every cry uttered, and every struggle endured. He then addressed those who might feel inadequate or lost, perhaps not knowing how to read scripture or pray. He reassured them that "before the foundations of the earth, he chose you, he separated you and set you apart." God has purposefully made everything available to us to live out His will. The core invitation of the sermon was a call to hear God's voice and say "yes" to His will. Danny underscored the profound truth that the greatest treasure one can possess in life is not wealth or worldly success, but the pursuit and embrace of God's will. He testified to the transformative power of saying "yes" to God's will in his own life, emphasizing that it brought a change far more significant than any material possession could. He prophesied that embracing God's will would similarly transform the lives of individuals, their families, and future generations. The will of God, he explained, provides purpose, guidance through pain, and direction when we feel lost. It is the most valuable treasure we can ever obtain. Drawing on Deuteronomy, Danny presented a clear choice: "I place before you life and death, blessings and curses; therefore choose life." To choose life, he equated, is to choose the will of God. He rejected the notion that anyone in the room was there merely as a number. Instead, he affirmed that each person was "specially designed for this generation," with a unique space and purpose on earth "for such a time as this." God has deposited something special within each of us, His will, which is meant to bring light to those in darkness and to effect positive change in our generation, regardless of age. The ultimate question posed was: which will we choose – our own will or God's will? Danny concluded with a powerful illustration from Luke 22:42, recounting Jesus' agony in the Garden of Gethsemane. He described Jesus' overwhelming sorrow and burden as He contemplated the cross, the pain He would endure to bridge the chasm between a lost humanity and God. Even in the face of such immense suffering, Jesus prayed, "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." This profound example from the Son of God Himself served as the ultimate testament to the incomparable value of pursuing God's will above all else. Danny's sermon was a heartfelt plea and a profound encouragement to prioritize and relentlessly pursue God's will for our lives, assuring us that this pursuit is the ultimate path to purpose, transformation, and true life. Bible References Used: Matthew Chapter 6 (mentioned, but not read from for the main sermon) Matthew Chapter 2, verses 1-6 Micah 5:2 (quoted indirectly through Matthew 2:6) Deuteronomy (reference to choosing life and death, blessings and curses) Luke 22:42 (describing Jesus in Gethsemane) Transcript Yeah, it should be fine. Hallelujah. Is everyone all right? Good to see you this morning. Amen. Praise God. Wow, where do we start from? Let's pray. Father, we give you praise, we give you glory, we give you honor because Father, who else deserves the glory? Who else deserves the honor? The voices of men will rise and voices of men will fall, but your voice will forever live on. Father, we thank you that today it is not about me, it is not about anything else, but it is about your kingdom. We thank you for these people, precious people, that are seated before your praises. May you cause them to feast from your table, to drink from your cup. In the mighty name of Jesus. Amen and amen. Hallelujah. Praise God. One day I was in a room like this. It was a bare room that afternoon because I was just finished polishing the floors. I was getting ready the church building for a Sunday service. So you can work out what my job was. I was a cleaner that was working at the church because at the church where I was, where Pastor Nick, Pastor Erica, at that time were my pastors, there we had a preschool which was being sponsored by seekers. And as we were, you know, that week as we were preparing for everything that we needed to do, I was, it was a Friday actually, it was a Friday afternoon. I was ready polishing the floors and so on and so forth. Had cleaned and worked very hard that afternoon, you know. So the children had gone out of the, out of the building. They were waiting for their parents to come and pick them up after, you know, after their classes. So each time they went outside then I had to come in and begin to clean the place and prepare the place for Sunday service. I was in one of the corners of the church and just about to finish. I don't know whether you know about this story. I was just about to finish polishing and then all of a sudden a little boy ran from outside where they were playing in the mud with very dirty shoes. The boy kept running right across where I just finished polishing. Man, my heart was almost torn because at that point my, my strength had gone. I had given it all that I could and I was ready to call it a day. And then all of a sudden this boy just runs and the whole place just became muddy. I sat down, gripped in my heart and said, Lord, is this all the best that you have for me? And then in that moment the Lord spoke a word to me from the book of Matthew chapter 6. Are you in the book of Matthew? Matthew is in the New Testament, you know. Chapter 2 verse 6, chapter 2 verse 6. And the Lord said to me that, you know, just the way you have been grieved to see these floors messed up, the way you have felt so bad that these floors that you have done everything that you can to clean and all of a sudden it has been messed up. This is how I feel concerning my people whom I have created in my own image and after my likeness. After all that I have given and done, the enemy's desire is to mess their lives up, to destroy them. And I have done this deliberately because what I wanted to show you was the fact that just as you are cleaning this floor, I have called you to go and clean the hearts of men with all the work and the years that you have spent in this place. This is what I was bringing you to so that you may know and understand what I have called you for. And then He gave me this scripture here that I'm going to read to you. By the way, I didn't prepare this. My ceremony is here, but we were praying, we were praying this morning and the Lord said something different. Amen. So I just want to talk to you this morning. Amen. Praise God. How many minutes have I got? Five? Praise the Lord. So the Bible, it took me to Matthew chapter two. I'll start from verse one. He says, After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of the king of arrows, a man from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him. When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed and owed Jerusalem with him. When he had caught together all the people of the chief priests and the teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. Verse five, In Bethlehem, Judea, they replied. For this is what the prophet has written. But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judea are by no means the least among the rulers of Judea. For out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people, Israel. You, Bethlehem, Judea, have by no means least among the rulers of Judea. For out of you shall be born a king, a king that will shepherd my people, Israel. This is the same word. You may not be, have been a cleaner like myself. You may not have been in a place or in a dark place where I have been, but God somehow, somewhere has seen your journey. And this morning, this is what he desires you to know, that even before you were born or knitted in your mother's womb, he knew your name. He chose you regardless of how you were born or which family you were born in, regardless of what may have happened or not happened in your life. This one thing that God gave us this assignment this morning to come and do is to let you know that God has got his eyes on you. You may not fit in what society desires you to fit in. You as a church may not sound like what society is desiring you to sound. You may not walk like they desire you to walk like, but one thing is this that even before you were born in your mother's womb, God ordained you to be a voice for the nations. God has done everything he could in order to make you be what he has desired you to be. So this morning is Christ's desire is that you may begin to understand that this God has fashioned every cry that you cry, every tear that you have shed. God has seen it. God has seen it. Maybe you are there wondering, I don't even know how to read Scripture. I don't even know how to pray. I don't even know where to start from, but this one thing that God wants you to know that before the foundations of the earth, he chose you, he separated you and set you apart. With everything within you and about you, God has purposefully made it available to you. So no matter where you are today, he is calling you. He is calling you. Will you hear his voice today? Will you say yes to his will? Because the greatest treasure you can ever possess in this life is nothing else but to follow the will of God for your life. All other things will come and go, but when you come to a place where you can say yes to nothing else but the will of God for your life, you may live long, live a short life, but however long you may live on the face of the earth, if only you will be able to say yes to the will of God, you will have lived and lived indeed. The day that I said yes to the will of God in my life, my life has never been the same again. Not because I have got money, because I don't. Not because I've got anything else that this world may count to be the measure as the measure of life or success in life, but this one thing I plead with you, this one thing, if only you can find it for yourself, the will of God for your life. That afternoon, as for me, when I heard him say, I have called you and though you may be the least among the people of this city, yet out of you are we, there shall be born a king who shepherds my people Israel from that moment my life has never been the same again. Your life will never be the same again. Your family will never be the same again. Your children's children will never be the same again. If only you can say yes to the will of God. The will of God will give you purpose for your life. The will of God will show you how to handle pain when no one else can help you. The will of God will give you direction when you have no way and you don't know where to turn. The will of God is the greatest treasure that you can ever have in your life. You have two choices. I think my message, I think my time is finished. We have two choices this morning. Deuteronomy tells us that I place before you life and death, blessings and cases, therefore choose life. And to choose life is to choose the will of God for my life. Which one will you choose this morning? You were, you are not here just as a number. You were specially designed for this generation. There is space for you on the face of the earth for such a time as this. You were not designed simply to come and watch us talk from the puppets. There is something special that God has deposited in your life and that is God is will for your life and his desire is that you may find it because as you find it, it is the the thing that will bring light in darkness for those that are in darkness. When you find it, it will bring change and a difference to your generation and whether you are old or you are young or regardless of how old you are, God's desire is that you may choose between your will and the will of God. The question is which one will you choose? Because choosing the will of God is choosing life, choosing life. Lastly as I close, we know the Bible says that as he, I think it's Luke 2 20 49 as he gets to Gethsemane, the Bible says that Jesus was so sorrowful and wary and he was in agony. And he was so heavy laden that the burden that he carried in his heart made him to fall down. The Bible says he fell down and he prayed so endlessly and intensely that he swore it, his sweat was like the drops of blood. So heavy was the burden on his heart because when his mind and his eyes could see where you were, how lost you and I were, how much we were separated from God, how much the enemy had messed up our hearts. But in order for him to get to where we were and to bring us out of that darkness and out of that lostness, he had to go through the pain of the cross, he had to go, he had to endure the pain, he had to wear the crown of thorns and because it was so, it was going to be so painful and so alienating and separating that when he looked at it, it was so hard for him and yet the Bible says he even cried and said, Lord, if it is your will, please take away this cup from me. But then he says, Lord, not my will, but your will be done. Even Jesus the son of God discovered that there is nothing that is worth pursuing than the will of God. What is so important in our lives this morning that is worth, so much worth pursuing than the will of God. What are you pursuing? I encourage you, whatever you do, may the will of God for your life be your life pursuit. God bless you.

The Longing of Prayer (Sermon on the Mount Series) Episode 22 - Sunday, 25th May 2025.Sermon on the Mount Series Episode 22 [Matthew Chapter 6 (KJV)]The Longing of Prayer - Matthew 6:101. Thy Kingdom Come2. Thy will be done3. As it is in Heaven

Pastor Chris Winans continues our series about The Great Commission, found in Matthew Chapter 28. Discussing the nature of God from the Old Testament to the New Testament, the message culminates with this truth, that true life is received, not achieved.www.cornerstonebrighton.com

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The Lord's Prayer (Sermon on the Mount Series) Episode 21 - Sunday, 27th April 2025.Sermon on the Mount Series Episode 21 [Matthew Chapter 6 (KJV)]1. Who are we praying to - Matthew 6:92. The longing of prayer - Matthew 6:103. Expressing our needs - Matthew 6:114. Dealing with our debts - Matthew 6:125. Deliverance from the enemy of our souls - Matthew 6:13

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

What do our priorities reveal about our faith? Jesse Cope tackles this challenging question by examining how we spend our evening downtime and what we choose to pursue each day. Drawing from a powerful quote by Jordan Peterson — "If you say yes to something, you pursue it" — Jesse challenges listeners to consider what they're saying "yes" and "no" to in their daily lives.The podcast takes a fascinating historical turn by exploring what Jesse calls the "Maginot mind" of pre-WWII France. Through excerpts from Manchester's biography of Churchill, he draws striking parallels between France's reluctance to confront Nazi Germany and America's current approach to defending Christian principles against ideological attacks. While the French had the excuse of extreme war fatigue, Americans today are simply "playing not to lose" rather than "playing to win" when it comes to preserving our foundational values.At the heart of the episode is a moving exploration of George Washington's personal prayer journal. These intimate prayers reveal a founding father deeply committed to Christian faith, who sought God's guidance not just for himself but for his family, friends, and country. Jesse powerfully challenges the modern narrative that America's founders intended to create a secular government: "Why would he want God to be the God of his country and then not want God involved in the country at all?"Through readings from Matthew Chapter 1 and practical advice for breaking screen addiction, Jesse weaves together spiritual wisdom, historical perspective, and practical application. He reminds listeners that our priorities should follow a clear order — God, spouse, family, country — and that what we leave behind matters. Washington's prayer journal serves as a powerful reminder that our legacy isn't just what we achieve, but how faithfully we pursue what truly matters.Whether you're struggling with digital distraction, wondering about America's spiritual heritage, or simply seeking to realign your priorities, this episode offers both challenging questions and encouraging guidance for the journey back to faith.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

On Easter Sunday Pastor Andrew Peterson preaches from Matthew Chapter 28 on April 20th 2025

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

Welcome to a special Good Friday edition of The Patrick Madrid Show. In this compelling hour, Patrick opens with a prayer before a crucifix and then focuses on the mystery of the Shroud of Turin—one of Christianity’s most debated relics. Patrick examines both scientific studies and theological perspectives, discussing topics such as controversial carbon dating, forensic insights into the wounds shown on the Shroud, and recent high-tech tests that reveal features scientists still can’t fully explain. Patrick considers the possibility that the Shroud is truly the burial cloth of Jesus, connecting its rare blood markers, anatomically accurate wounds, and unusual image formation to the story of the Crucifixion. He invites listeners to deepen their understanding of Good Friday and reflect on what Christ endured for all of humanity. Sloane (9-years-old)- Would I go to heaven if I died without Confirmation? (19:26) Mercedes - Regarding 7 last words of Christ. Why are the 7 last words called that when they are actually 7 sentences? (24:38) Cindy - When Jesus was in the Agony of the Garden, what did he mean by praying not to undergo the test? (26:57) Luke (12-years-old) – In Matthew Chapter 25 v14-16: Judas went straight to the priests. I always thought the priests approached Judas. (39:42) Lina - Is it a venial sin not to be truthful? (35:30) Joanne - I am a Mormon married to a Catholic convert. I feel like I should be able to practice my Mormon faith. (41:14)

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

Join the Go and Tell girls for an Easter special, where Gracie and Emma reflect on their experiences during Lent and share their thoughts on the significance of Easter. They discuss personal Lenten practices, the importance of scripture reading, and the powerful message of the resurrection. The conversation delves into themes of doubt and faith, emphasizing that Jesus welcomes our questions. Open the Word with them to Matthew Chapter 28 as they also explore the Great Commission and the authority believers have to “Go and Tell” the gospel.

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

From the introduction, "Matthew is quite plainly a Jew who has been convinced of Jesus' messianic claim... He attempts to convey a logical conviction that the new teaching was not only prophesied in the old but does in fact supersede it in the divine plan... It is being written at that distance in time from the great event where sober reflection and sturdy conviction can perhaps give a better balanced portrait of God's unique revelation of himself than could be given by those who were so close to the light that they were partly dazzled by it".

In this episode, Father Anthony, O.F.M., and Sister Catherine, T.O.R., delve into the profound significance of one of the holiest weeks in the Liturgical Year—Holy Week. They explore key moments from the Passion of Our Lord, including the poignant betrayal by Judas, and the heart-wrenching denial by Peter, showcasing the frailty of human loyalty. The conversation also highlights the Last Supper, where Jesus shared a final meal with His disciples, and afterwards, instituting the Holy Eucharist. Drawing upon reflective readings from the Gospels of St. Matthew and St. John, as well as the Epistles of St. Paul, Father and Sister provide deep insights into these transformative events that define the essence of Holy Week. Gospel of St. Matthew: Chapter 26, verses 1-35 St. Paul's Letter to the First Corinthians: Chapter 11, verses 23-34 Gospel of St. Luke: Chapter 13, verses 1-38

Welcome to Episode #169 of the Way of the Bible podcast. This is the first of eight episodes in our Twenty-Second mini-series entitled The Return of Jesus Christ. On today's episode, we're going to pause our overview of the Sermon on the Mount with the completion of Matthew Chapter 6. The reason for this departure is multi-faceted.Over the past nine months, I have been enmeshed in the affairs of the world after becoming the President of a company whose leadership team I was coaching. In order to take what I knew to be a temporary position, I put my coaching practice on hold, and the recording of podcast episodes and my spiritual journey on severe time rations. For the next nine months I I successfully navigated and completed the purpose for which I was hired. About a month ago, I stepped back into my coaching practice and other pursuits including this podcast and my spiritual journey.  While I was able to piecemeal together several episodes of this podcast, during my time away, the world changed. Now that I'm back and ready to begin regular episode releases I sense a conviction to address an important topic for our times as they are now. I'm a student of the word of God, a lifelong learner, and I pay attention to the signs of the times. And I'm sufficiently convinced that the world as we know it is about to enter into the times that the bible talks about more than any other. The judgment of the world, final testing and redemption of Israel, and the initiation of the millennial kingdom. What! I'm not ready for that. Not a problem, nor is anyone else. Or should I rather say, most others as well are as equally ill prepared for what could be coming on the near-term horizon. I think sooner than later and certainly in my lifetime, even at 67, Lord willing. This of course was the apostle Paul's perspective, so I guess I'm in good company.Titus 2:11-15 – For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, 14 who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good. 15 These, then, are the things you should teach. Encourage and rebuke with all authority. Do not let anyone despise you.I hope you heard Paul saying he was waiting for Jesus to return. That hope was, is, and should always be at the forefront of the mind of all believers as Jesus may return at any moment. But it's been 2000 years now, come on DrZ..!The Holy Spirit anticipated that comment and had Peter address it in 2 Peter 3:8-11 – But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. 9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 10 But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare. 11 Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives 12 as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming.  That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. 13 But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells.Jesus is coming back to judge the world. Of that, the bible leaves no doubt.With that brief introduction, let's get started. A little background to catch us up and then jog and sprint to the fin