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Read OnlineThe Heavy Burdens of LifeJesus said: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” Matthew 11:28–30Everything Jesus says is pure truth and pure love. Sometimes we need a loving rebuke to awaken us, but other times—when we are weighed down with heavy burdens—our Lord comes to us with the utmost empathy and care. He overlooks the things that burden us externally and looks instead into our hearts, calling us gently to Himself: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”There are many things that burden us: sin, guilt, suffering, anxiety. Sometimes our burdens are physical; other times they are emotional or spiritual. When these burdens leave us oppressed, confused, or despairing, Jesus does not come to condemn us—even if we are steeped in sin. He comes with the tenderness of His love. If our burdens stem from sin, it is His merciful love that gives us the courage to turn to Him, that He might lift the burden and set us free. If our burdens are physical, He draws near to unite Himself with us, to show us His wounds, and to give us strength to carry the cross. If our burdens come from trials beyond our control or from emotional trauma that weighs heavily on the heart, Jesus is always near—present, caring, and deeply moved by our suffering.In this passage, the Greek word for “labor” suggests more than ordinary effort—it implies exhaustive toil. Likewise, the word translated as “burdened” conveys a weight so heavy that it cannot be borne alone. These burdens may come from the world, from others, from sin, or even from within ourselves. Whatever their origin, Jesus offers Himself as the one who gives rest, who walks beside us, and who makes our burden light through the strength of His love.When we are overwhelmed, it's hard to notice Jesus' consoling presence. We might even cry out in frustration, “Where are You, Lord?” When that happens, we need to close our eyes and pray in silence. During the greatest trials, Jesus' words in today's Gospel ring most true. He is always near, especially when we are overwhelmed. By stopping, quieting our racing minds, and surrendering our weary souls, we will discover that Jesus is present to us, speaking His tender words: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”Jesus doesn't always remove our burdens; He does something far greater. He enters into them with us. He lifts us up and carries our burdens alongside us, strengthening us and drawing good even from what we perceive as evil.In those moments He says, “Take my yoke upon you,” which might at first seem confusing. Why, when we are already burdened, would Jesus ask us to carry His yoke as well? Because Jesus' yoke is not a new weight; it is a gentle invitation into discipleship and communion. The ancient yoke bound two oxen together so they could share the load. When Jesus says, “Take my yoke,” He is inviting us to be yoked to Him. He walks beside us, bearing the greater share of the weight, making this new and graced yoke light. As we walk with Him, we “learn from Him”—not merely by instruction, but through intimacy and imitation.Once yoked to Christ, “you will find rest for yourselves.” This is not the rest that frees us from our crosses. The yoke must still be carried. But now, it is carried with Christ. And carrying our burdens in union with Him becomes an act of supernatural grace, lighter and more restful than even carrying the lightest of burdens alone.Reflect today on the burdens you carry. Identify them honestly. Then close your eyes, breathe deeply, and listen. Hear Jesus say to you personally: “Come to me.” Surrender to Him your toil, your struggles, your griefs, your guilt, and your sin. Take His yoke, walk with Him, and discover the rest that only His meek and humble Heart can give. Most compassionate Lord, when I am weighed down and burdened by sin and the trials of life, I know that You are always near—coming to me, calling me to Yourself with gentle love. I accept Your gracious invitation. Please place Your yoke upon me, that I may walk beside You in peace. Help me to endure patiently whatever afflicts me, trusting always in Your presence and strength. In You alone do I find rest for my soul. Jesus, I trust in You. Image: Venite ad Me by Lawrence OP, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.
In Tim Burton's 2010 film Alice in Wonderland, Alice is told repeatedly that she is not herself — that somewhere between childhood and adulthood, she lost something essential. The Mad Hatter names it plainly: she has lost her muchness. It is a clever phrase, but it points to something real. When we are hemmed in by others' expectations, constrained by circumstances, and focused on what we lack, something in us shrinks back. The grandness of spirit we were made to carry quietly disappears. Philippians 4:11-13 is one of Scripture's most frequently quoted and most frequently misunderstood passages. Paul's declaration that he can do all things through Christ is not a mantra for winning difficult moments or achieving personal goals. It is the testimony of a man who had learned, through experience and through faith, the secret of contentment — in plenty and in want, with a full stomach and an empty one. That contentment was rooted not in circumstances but in his identity and position in Christ. When we develop eyes to see the abundance we already have in Him, something shifts. Dissatisfaction loses its grip. Our spirit stops shrinking. We begin, like Alice, to embrace who we actually are rather than who our fears and circumstances have told us we must be. Godliness with contentment, Scripture tells us, is great gain — and it is available to every beloved child of God who is willing to remember what they already have. Today's Bible Verse "I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength."— Philippians 4:12-13, NLT Ponder Today Contentment is learned, not given. Paul said he learned the secret of contentment — which means it took time, experience, and deliberate faith. If you have not arrived there yet, you are not behind. You are in the process. A focus on scarcity shrinks the soul. When our eyes are fixed on what we lack rather than what we have in Christ, dissatisfaction creeps in and our spirit begins to contract. Muchness of soul grows when we develop eyes for abundance. Philippians 4:13 is a promise of endurance, not invincibility. Christ does not promise to make us immune to pain or guarantee that every goal will be achieved. He promises to strengthen us to face our circumstances with courageous, enduring hope. Your identity in Christ is the foundation of contentment. We are not striving to earn our place or prove our worth. We are beloved children of God who already have everything we need in Him. Resting in that truth changes everything. Dissatisfaction is often a signal that we have forgotten who we are. When life shrinks to a series of tasks and worries crowd out everything else, it is time to return to the truth of what we already possess in Christ: eternal life, spiritual blessings, and His constant presence. A Prayer for You Today Lord, I often feel like I have lost who I am. Between the worries of everyday life and the constant striving to make ends meet, I forget about my belovedness. Life becomes a series of tasks, and dissatisfaction creeps in far too easily. Forgive me for letting my worries drown out the truth of what I already have in You. In You, Christ, I have everything: eternal life, spiritual blessings, and the promise of Your constant presence. Instead of living in fear of not having enough, help me rest in the knowledge that You provide everything I need, including the strength to bear difficult circumstances. Remind me of who I am in You. And when I face situations that lead me to doubt or forget, teach me to respond with faith and say with confidence that I can do everything through You, because You strengthen me. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer helped you recover a sense of who you are in Christ, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to keep your identity anchored in the abundance you already have in Him. 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.
Returning to our study on the Fruits of the Spirit, this is part 6. So far we’ve looked at living on the wrong side of the list – what happens when we live WITHOUT the direction of the Holy Spirit and under the influence of the world and our flesh. We see all those things that create destruction and chaos in our lives, but wow, they happen so naturally. We don’t have to try to be selfish, that comes easily. We don’t have to strive to be jealous. Sexual immorality is something that peaks its head up as a temptation early in our teen years and continually pesters us. Then notice what Galatians 5:21says, “Anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God.” Woah, now that’s scary. Heaven is on the line here? What exactly does this mean? Every single one of us have struggled with at least one of these things on the wrong side of the list. Does this mean we’re all excluded from eternity with God? Does this mean we’re out? This is a big deal, so we need to be sure. If Heaven depends on getting it right, let’s get it right! Nothing is worth missing out on Heaven. Here’s what this DOESN’T mean. This doesn’t mean that as a follower of Jesus we could never commit any of these sins. What this does mean is that as a follower of Jesus we can’t STAY in these sins. God has given us something that calls us out of that old way of life. He has made us new with a new operating system. Our new operating system as a follower of Jesus is the Holy Spirit. We studied the Holy Spirit in depth in episode #2146. This is literally God living IN YOU. This is the direct guidance and influence of something greater than you now directing your life. Do you know what this means? This means with a new operating system, you are naturally changing and you’re no longer who you once were. Girl, YOU’VE CHANGED! You don’t have to keep living the way you used to. You no longer have to struggle with the same things you’ve always struggled with. The Holy Spirit is changing you from within. Now, you get to be DIFFERENT. Under the direction of the Holy Spirit and it’s inner influence, you live different. This isn’t a New Year’s resolution that you forget about by February. This isn’t an “I’ll try to be better”. This is the true inner change that we seek. A change of your desires. A change of your will. A change of your operating system. Does Jesus really change lives? ABSOLUTELY AND THIS IS EXACTLY HOW. I’ve seen the soul who has struggled with addiction for years absolutely SET FREE when surrendered to Jesus. I’ve seen the hardened heart absolutely HEALED when surrendered to Jesus. I’ve seen the depression and anxiety lift. I’ve seen the change from within. I know it to be true because I’ve experienced it. What nothing else in the world can do, JESUS CAN! Oh what a little box we put our God in when we think this is too big for him. Girl, absolutely nothing is too far gone for the work of his Holy Spirit. Nothing is beyond his reach. Nothing is too late or too hard. God is good enough and God is BIG enough to change EVERYTHING inside of you, everything you’ve ever struggled with, everything that has ever bound you up and caused you to struggle. And here’s how he does it: The Fruit of His Spirit. Fruit. Fruit naturally grows on the right kind of tree. It’s not forced, it’s natural. If it’s an apple tree, it produces apples. If it’s a cherry tree, it produces cherries. If it’s a pear tree, it produces pears. Not because the tree has tried hard to change or willed itself into production, but because it naturally lives as it was created to live. And this is the example God chose to use to represent what happens in our lives when his Holy Spirit dwells within us. We just naturally begin producing very specific fruit that comes from our attachment and growth in Him. Galatians 5: 22-23, “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” How does that verse begin? BUT. BUT the Holy Spirit produces something different in our lives. This is an interruption to what has been explained in the verses before. Before we have what our lives naturally become without the Holy Spirit. That was the list of yuck we went through all last week. That was the envy, the drunkenness, the selfishness, the anger, the jealousy, the quarreling, the hostility, the immorality and impurity, and seeking everything but God. Thank God for his interruption. BUT THE HOLY SPIRIT. You can live on the wrong side of the list and be ruled by the world and your flesh. However, that’s not the way to Heaven. The way to Heaven is to connect and grow in Jesus – and when you do, the Holy Spirit begins doing his work in you to change you from the inside. These fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, NATURALLY grow in your life as a result of abiding in Jesus. This isn’t something you set your alarm for and work for. This isn’t something with a goal box you can check. This is something that GROWS within you because of connection. It’s a change that happens naturally that makes you different. Your focus is connection. The fruit will happen naturally. God didn’t have to design it all that way. He could have designed right living to be a goal we achieve. He could have designed the required change within us to be a 10 level system we work our way through. He could have given it all a grading curve in which only a few pass. BUT HE DIDN’T. It’s not about our work at all. It’s about the work of the Holy Spirit within us. Our job is to stay connected. Our job is to surrender to the change he starts within us. Our job is to embrace the growth. Our job is to naturally produce what he promises to grow within us. FRUIT. It’s the evidence of a different operating system. FRUIT. It’s not achieved by working, but by abiding. FRUIT – it’s fragile, it’s attractive, it’s nourishing, and it’s natural. So as we begin this study on each of the Fruits of the Spirit, don’t hear this as another list of things you have to go accomplish. Don’t turn this into another burden you carry or another measuring stick you beat yourself up with. Instead, let every fruit become an invitation. If I’m lacking peace, I don’t need to try harder—I need to draw closer. If I’m struggling with patience, I don’t need to grit my teeth—I need to stay connected to the One who grows patience in me. If I’m battling self-control, I don’t need more willpower—I need more surrender. The fruit is never the source. Jesus is. And here’s the beautiful thing: Fruit doesn’t appear overnight. It grows. Slowly. Steadily. Sometimes so gradually you don’t even notice it until one day you realize you don’t react the way you used to. You don’t chase the things you used to chase. You don’t become undone by the things that once controlled you. Why? Because the Holy Spirit has been faithfully doing His work all along. Don’t despise the growing season. Don’t quit because you’re not fully mature yet. Healthy things grow, and if you’re connected to Jesus, you will too. So over these next several days, we’re not studying a checklist. We’re studying the evidence of a life surrendered to God. We’re studying what naturally happens when His Spirit is alive within us. This is what Jesus came to do – not just forgive your past, but transform your future. Not just rescue you from sin, but restore you into the person you were always created to be. So stay connected. Stay surrendered. Stay growing. Because the Holy Spirit is still producing fruit in you. And one day, you’ll look back and realize the miracle wasn’t that you tried harder. The miracle is that Jesus changed you. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com
Spring Lake Church – DowntownSermon: You're Going to DieTeacher: Adam JacksonPassages: Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23 In “You're Going to Die,” we examine what Scripture teaches about living in light of life's brevity through Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23. Rather than living in denial, distraction, or fear, God calls us to live with wisdom, focus, and hope. This message challenges us to make the most of our days, pursue what truly matters, and find confidence in Christ both in life and in death. Join us as we learn to live with eternity in view. springlakechurch.org | springlakechurch.org/give | springlakechurch.org/prayer
“You're Fat, Stop Eating”: The Power of Fasting And A New Way to Think About Body Fat by Oman Morales https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSB22DKM Fatistimenotweight.com “You're Fat, Stop Eating”: The Power of Fasting And A New Way to Think About Body Fat: By Oman Morales has achieved a remarkable feat by being as Top #50 best seller in One of Amazon’s categories. #38 Best Seller ★ in Teen & Young Adult Diet & Nutrition eBooks (Feb 18, 2025) Are you ready to transform your health and your life? You've tried countless diets, workout programs, and quick fixes, but nothing seems to deliver the lasting results you're after. You're not alone. The truth is, most approaches fail because they don't address the root of the problem. Excess body fat, low energy, and a rocky relationship with food aren't just physical issues—they're the result of a broken system that's been feeding us lies about health for decades. This book is your wake-up call. In You’re Fat Stop Eating, I strip away the noise and give you a clear, proven path to reclaim control over your body and mind. Through the science and simplicity of fasting, you'll learn how to unlock your body's natural power to heal, burn fat, and thrive. This isn't another diet gimmick or fitness fad—it's the key to real transformation. Here's what you'll discover: Why fasting is the ultimate reset for your body and brain. How to start fasting today, no matter your lifestyle. The surprising truth about body fat—and why it's not your enemy. How fasting supercharges longevity, immunity, and overall health. Practical strategies to break free from food cravings and emotional eating. This isn't just a book; it's a movement to empower you to live longer, feel stronger, and take control of your future. Whether you want to lose weight, improve your fitness, or prevent chronic illness, You’re Fat Stop Eating is your guide to unlocking the healthiest, happiest version of yourself. You've been lied to about what your body needs. It's time to rewrite the story. Your transformation starts now. About the author With over 30 years of expertise in the fitness industry, Oman Morales has dedicated his life to transforming how people approach health and wellness. Combining deep knowledge of fitness, nutrition, and human behavior, Oman delivers straightforward, actionable advice that empowers individuals to achieve lasting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Oman's unique ability to simplify complex concepts has made him a trusted mentor to countless individuals seeking practical solutions to their health challenges. His no-nonsense approach is rooted in real-world experience and a passion for helping others break through barriers to unlock their full potential. Originally from Northern California, Oman now lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, with his wife and daughter. When he's not coaching or writing, Oman enjoys exploring new fitness methodologies, connecting with the community, and continuing his mission to inspire change one person at a time. Oman's work is a must-read for anyone ready to take control of their health and embrace a better future.
Spring Lake Church – BellevueSermon: You're Going to DieTeacher: Adam JacksonPassages: Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23 In “You're Going to Die,” we examine what Scripture teaches about living in light of life's brevity through Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23. Rather than living in denial, distraction, or fear, God calls us to live with wisdom, focus, and hope. This message challenges us to make the most of our days, pursue what truly matters, and find confidence in Christ both in life and in death. Join us as we learn to live with eternity in view. springlakechurch.org | springlakechurch.org/give | springlakechurch.org/prayer
Spring Lake Church – LawrenceSermon: You're Going to DieTeacher: Adam JacksonPassages: Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23 In “You're Going to Die,” we examine what Scripture teaches about living in light of life's brevity through Psalm 90:12, Psalm 39:4–5, James 4:13–17, Luke 12:16–21, and Philippians 1:20–23. Rather than living in denial, distraction, or fear, God calls us to live with wisdom, focus, and hope. This message challenges us to make the most of our days, pursue what truly matters, and find confidence in Christ both in life and in death. Join us as we learn to live with eternity in view. springlakechurch.org | springlakechurch.org/give | springlakechurch.org/prayer
Now that we have all 5 pieces of our armor, the belt of truth around our waist, the breastplate of righteousness covering our heart, the shoes of peace for our ready feet, the shield of faith in one hand to protect us from the fiery arrows, and the helmet of salvation protecting our mind, we have one last thing to do … Ephesians 6:17, “Take the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God.” We have been given a sword to fight this battle. That sword is the very word of God. That word is given to us by the Holy Spirit. Notice Paul says, “Take the sword of THE SPIRIT, which is the WORD OF GOD.” This is more than just having the Bible app on your phone. More than posting a few scriptures on your social when you're having a bad day. This is the Holy Spirit giving you a literal weapon to use in the spiritual battle raging all around you. That weapon is a sword in the word of God. The Bible isn't a book of magic words to repeat to get what we want. Speed reading it isn't going to arm you, that's just going to check a box. The ol' “let me crack this puppy open and just see what scripture jumps out at me” isn't a real sword for the battle against evil. Here's what the Bible really is, it is GOD-BREATHED. God breathed his very word into the writers of scripture. Our Bibles are HOLY and DIVINE, unlike any other book ever written. We attribute books to Moses, David, Ezekiel, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Paul, and others … but the foundation of our belief is that it's ALL from God. 2 Timothy 3:16-17, “ALL Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.” When you understand the sheer miracle it is to be able to hold God's actual word in your hands and read it with your own eyes – wow!!!! Before modern day, God's word was reserved for a select few. It was all handwritten on scrolls of parchment or animal skin, stored away somewhere sacred. To hear his word read, you would have to go to the temple. For this reason, people would literally seek to memorize God's word fully so they could carry it with them. Did you know Kings of Israel were require to transcribe the Bible for themselves to have while they ruled their country? To lead well, they had to let God's word get within them and know it personally, so they wrote it word for word themselves. Hey, I don't know what you're leading – if it's a family or a business, a circle of friends or a mission of some sort, but it's very clear what you need to lead that well – YOU NEED GOD'S WORD. It's not enough to just have someone read it to you. You need to know it for yourself. If you're wondering what's wrong with your life, God's word will reveal it to you. If you're seeking the right thing to do, God's word will reveal it to you. Your answers are all here. And of course, that's why in this spiritual battle the enemy has tried everything to keep you OUT OF GOD'S WORD. No, he doesn't want that sword in your hand! Some of us finally have that sword in our hand, but we don't know how to use it. We're just randomly pulling out scriptures, twisting them to fit our situation. We're throwing around God's word, hoping something sticks and makes a magical change. No, girl – you need Sword School. You have to know how to hold the sword of God's word. How to swing it. How to stand with it. How to fight with it. I once had a little stalker incident that scared the bejesus right out of me. Someone had broken into our home and stolen all our photo albums and a few of my very personal items – nothing of monetary value. The next day, my husband bought me a pistol and he took me out to the desert to teach me how to shoot it. Just having the gun didn't give me any safety – in fact, it just made me dangerous. I had to know where to find it for quick access. I had to learn how to handle it. I had to know how to load it. How to take the safety off. How to aim and pull the trigger. No amount of instruction could give me the confidence to handle this weapon – I had to use it for myself. I had to get familiar with it. I had to practice using it until I could do it in the dark. What good is a weapon if in the middle of the night the bad guy comes and I'm like, “Ahhh, wait a second, let me turn on the light so I can find my weapon and figure out how to get it ready to point at you.” Isn't that the way we are with our Bibles? We don't know how to use them. We don't know it's power. We're not trained up for this battle. And honestly, with our habit of just pulling out random scriptures and trying to apply what feels good at the moment, we are dangerous. Just a few years ago, I didn't even own a Bible. I just looked up random scriptures online to pull them out when needed. And yes, it got me through a few battles, but I wasn't trained up. I didn't know how to hold that sword. I didn't know how to swing that sword. I had no confidence fighting in the dark. I was more of an imposter than a swordsman. In February 2024, I bought a bible and a pack of bible highlighters. I began my Sword School. This training has given me confidence unlike anything before. I've trained for and run several full marathons.- they never gave me this kind of confidence. I've put on a fancy dress, worn the good jewelry, and had my hair and makeup done by a professional – I learned to walk with purpose and power – all of that never gave me the confidence of my Sword School! True confidence comes from knowing the God-breathed word of our Bible. Knowing God's ways, knowing his promises, understanding how to use his power. It's in his word we begin to understand what his voice sounds like. And once you know what his voice sounds like, you can know when it's God speaking to you and when it's not. We all want to hear from God. We all want that divine direction and clear path. It's available to each one of us if we will study his word with the intention of letting it shape and form us. If the intention is to check a box, then a checked box will be our only reward. If the intention is to impress someone with highlights on pages or a memorized scripture, then that will be our only reward. But if you are studying God's word as Sword School so you know how to hold it, how to swing it, how to stand with it, and how to fight with it … then girl, your life is about to change. There's only one problem with my Sword Sessions and Sword School. I never seem to graduate. I can read the same scripture I did a year ago and there's something more for me to learn. Isn't it bizarre how God's word can fit your specific situation so absolutely perfectly, and yet it was written thousands of years ago? Or how crazy it is that his word will speak to you so divinely in this moment, but it was there all along? So, because I'm still learning so much, I must always carry my sword with me. And that's a problem for me – you see, I travel full time. And I travel light. I've been traveling internationally for the past 3.5 months and I have only a carry on and backpack. Everything – all my outfits, all my shoes, my hiking clothes, my mountain clothes, my beach clothes, my retreat clothes, my tolitires – all of it has to fit into a carry on and small backpack. BUT MY SWORD COMES FIRST. My sword is a worn out, falling apart, turquoise Bible filled with notes, stickers and letters. It's heavy, it's bulky, and totally NOT travel friendly. BUT I'M GOING NOWHERE WITHOUT IT! It's an absolute requirement! You know why? Because I'm in a battle and I know this is my weapon. These are God-breathed words I carry. Holy instructions for life. Battle plans for victory. I must be ready at all times! Now here's the truly beautiful thing – with Sword School (my fancy little name for personal Bible study), something divine happens … You begin depositing God's word IN YOU. And Hebrews 4:12 tells us, “The world of God is ALIVE and POWERFUL. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword …” Reading God's word to actually deposit it into your life and receive it, puts something LIVING inside of you. Then you have his word growing because it is alive. And yes, it is powerful. With God's living word in you, you begin seeing things differently. You begin responding differently. Your heart's desires begin to change. Your will becomes meshed with his will. Your life changes because the living word is alive in you, unleashing its power. And girl – that's how you show up for battle! Every time you sit down and study God's living word, you are preparing yourself for the battle. You are learning how to hold this sword. You're learning how to swing this sword. You're learning how to stand with this sword. You're learning how to fight with this sword, his living word. And the more your practice, the more confidence you have. You're becoming a real life swordsman! God-breathed words. Words that are alive. Words that have the power to radically change your life. Words that will win this spiritual battle. So my sister, take up your sword given to you by the Holy Spirit, God's breathed words, his divine instructions, his eternal promises and truths. Practice using it every day. Let it take hold of you. Take it with you everywhere you go. Get serious about your Sword School. Then let's stand together with our swords and take down the devil! I challenge you to study Matthew 4: 1-11. This is the account of Jesus himself fighting the devil with the sword of God's word. You gotta know how to handle it in this fight! Jesus shows us how. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com
In "You're Never Too Far Gone to Come Home," Pastor Greg explores the parable of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15. Through this powerful story, he reminds us that Jesus is deeply concerned for those who are lost and reveals the compassionate heart of the Father. No matter how far we may wander, God's love continually invites us to return home to Him.
When you realize how truly loved you are by God, you are made complete with two things: the fullness of life and the power that comes from God. Knowing you are loved frees you to live like never before. Not in fear and not in shame, but in bold courage to show up in this life you have been given and live like the girl you were truly created to be. Oh how I pray you are living in that freedom, my sister. You don't have to play little. You don't have to shrink back. You don't have to sit it out. You can show up as the unique masterpiece you were created to be and live as only you can live. Now, today let's talk about the second thing that makes you complete in God's love … POWER that comes from God himself. What a trick of the enemy to make you think you are helpless and hopeless. What a lie from the pits of hell that tells you you're just a victim to life's circumstances and bad luck is all you ever have. No, my sister, you have power. And what can the power at work within you do … well, you have absolutely no idea! Like truly, your mind can't even comprehend the power working in you as the recipient of God's love. Ephesians 3:20, “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” You literally have no idea what God's power within you can do. You have never even dreamed up a dream comparable to what is truly possible with this power of God's you have within you. BUT DON'T YOU WANT TO? Don't you want to start living with a better awareness of this power? Don't you want to wake up with the knowledge of what can happen with God? When you begin to know about God's mighty power that is working inside of you, you start living different. You stop backing down in fear. You stop dismissing yourself. You stop allowing fear and anxiety to take root in your mind and rob you of your joy and peace. This is not God's promise to give you bigger stuff than you ever dreamed of … this is God's promise of his power to do greater work IN YOU than you can currently imagine. Read it again – Ephesians 3:20, “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” He can change you. He can supernaturally strengthen you. He can make you in tune with his voice and sensitive to his promptings. He can give you holy courage to do what you've always been to afraid to do. He can guide you to be in the right place at the right time for his perfectly right plans to unfold. Sounds great, doesn't it? We all want that. But don't pluck this single scripture out and miss the full picture of God's word. The revelation of this power at work within us comes AFTER experiencing the true measure of God's love for us. This power doesn't come without relationship. God is not a genie in a bottle with 3 wishes. He's your loving creator who designed you to need him and thrive in the experience of his love for you. You are not complete without his love and you are not filled with this power without a relationship with him. Nothing is impossible with God – that's true. But let remind you of the impossible work God focuses on BEFORE the open door, before the opportunity, before the success, and before the breakthrough … he begins by giving you a new mind with new thoughts. He begins by healing your heart to make it soft again. He starts by strengthening your spirit. Before he builds your business, he builds your courage, grows you in maturity, sets you free, and teaches you to love like him. If you're only looking for the perks of riches, worldly success and selfish dreams, you may be sorely disappointed. God holds all those things, but he focuses on who you are becoming within FIRST. It's his power at work WITHIN YOU, and that power can accomplish infinitely more than you could ever ask, think or imagine. Those habits you feel can never change … oh they can change! That old way of worrying about everything and overthinking all things … well that's all powerless compared to God's power now at work. Maybe you were once jealous, negative, or fearful … welp, all that is subject to the power of God now working in you. Once you know just how loved you are, then you're under his power to change everything within you. Is there something you will boldly dare to ask God to go to work on in you? Something you want to surrender to his power and release to his control? Something you want to lay down right here and now and never pick it back up again? What is it? What yucky thing within you do you struggle with? This morning I sat down with God and I wrote a list of 34 different inner battles. Things I've personally battled or seen others battle. Every single one of which God has the power to change, but first we must acknowledge our own struggles before God. Don't ignore this – if you really want God to do impossible things within you starting today, then it starts right here. Where have you struggled and you want God's power to change: • Your tendency to perform • Your deep need to be liked • Your fear of disappointing people • Your negative self-talk • Your constant comparison • Your default of inappropriate flirtiness • Your need for validation • Your emotional over-eating • Your inability to say no • Your fear of being overlooked • Your inability to rest without guilt • Your twisted thought patterns • Your instant anger • Your overwhelming worry • Your need to control • Your unquinchable thirst for more • Your busy mind • Your negative thoughts • Your inability to finish what you start • Your tendency to embellish the story • Your constant scrolling and distraction • Your default of gossip • Your jealousy of others • Your bitterness from past hurt • Your addiction to comfort • Your fear of failure • Your perfectionism • Your procrastination • Your inability to trust God fully • Your secret pride • Your habit of settling for less than God's best • Your tendency to quit when it gets hard • Your obsession with appearance • Your struggle to believe you're already enough in Christ Oh my sister, you're not alone – we all need God's power at work within us. There's no shame in what you're willing to surrender right here to God. Decide now, are you going to continue to wrestle with this, or are you going to seek the power of God at work within you that can accomplish infinitely more than we could ask or think. This isn't about your willpower to change, this is about your surrender to God's power. Will you surrender this? If you're really serious about this, I would recommend you go back and really listen to this list and with each one, ask God if this is an area you need his help with. Write them down, then bring them to God in prayer every day. Here's how you could do that Example: If you struggle with negative thoughts, a default of gossip and an obsession with appearance, write them down in your journal. On one page write NEGATIVE THOUGHTS, then write Ephesians 3:19-20 to yourself, “I'm open to experiencing the love of Christ. Now I'm being made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. God is able, through his mighty power at work within ME to accomplish infinitely more than I could ask or think.” Then, in your own words, invite God's loving power to go to work on your negative thoughts. Ask him to heal your mind. Ask him to do things you don't even know to ask for. Then on the next page, write your next struggle, DEFAULT OF GOSSIP. Once again, write out Ephesians 3: 19-20 to yourself, “I'm open to experiencing the love of Christ. Now I'm being made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. God is able, through his mighty power at work within ME to accomplish infinitely more than I could ask or think.” Then, in your own words, invite God's loving power to go to work on your default of gossip. Ask him for holy conviction so you're aware when it's happening and special strength to change. On another page write your next struggle, OBSESSION WITH APPEARANCE. Once again, write out Ephesians 3: 19-20 to yourself, “I'm open to experiencing the love of Christ. Now I'm being made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. God is able, through his mighty power at work within ME to accomplish infinitely more than I could ask or think.” Then, in your own words, invite God's loving power to go to work on your obsession with appearance. Ask him to take away the desires that are not of him. Ask the Holy Spirit to heal what has been broken within that makes you unhappy with who you naturally are. Keep going back to this in prayer. As you recognize another need for God's help, write it down in prayer. Will it work? Absolutely it will work. Not because of a magic formula, but because of God's promised power for the girls he loves … and that's you! He wants to work in you. He wants to heal what has been broken, he wants to restore what has been stolen, he wants to fix what has been twisted, and he wants to renew what has gone bad. Bring it to God, surrender it all to his power, and watch him work within you in unimaginable ways. He will radically change your life … and he'll start with what's happening inside of you. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com
What is the ultimate end for which God saved you? What has God saved you FOR?"Then shall the heathen know that I am the LORD," these same heathen who had mocked God and his people in verse 20. God has saved you so that HE might be sanctified IN YOU in order to silence the mocking unbelievers.
Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.com Today, we'll be discussing Episode 4 of Our Unwritten Seoul, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Bo Young as Yoo Mi Ri and Yoo Mo Rae, and Jin Young as Lee Ho Soo. We discuss: The songs we featured during the recap: In You by Isaac Hong and Someone's Mother, Someone's Daughter by Nam Hye Seung and Park Sang Hee Mi-ji teaching Ho-soo how to crochet as “meditation with your hands” and the idea of calming the mind through repetitive, creative work A deep conversation about identity and self-worth—how losing a job or status can make someone feel like they've lost themselves The impact of hearing what others say about you behind your back, and how both sisters confront uncomfortable truths Mi-ji's devastating history of depression and isolation, including the symbolic “cocoon” metaphor from her grandmother The powerful message: “anything you do to survive is brave,” and the idea that survival itself is an achievement The trauma surrounding Mi-ji's grandmother's stroke and how guilt, panic attacks, and memory shape her present actions The exploration of parental relationships, including whether shielding parents from worry is kindness or distance The concept of “true names” and identity—how living under someone else's name changes perception, behavior, and self-understanding The life and career of veteran actress Won Mi Kyung, who plays Kim Rosa, and her legacy in Korean film and television What we're watching now, including thoughts on Encounter, Perfect Crown, and The Pitt References Samgye-tang - Wikipedia Hikikomori - Wikipedia Isaac Hong on Spotify Chris Hemsworth's You're Amazing video Won Mi-kyung - Wikipedia
There is power when a specific name is called on. Hypothetically, let's say we're on a boat in Bali, charting to the island of Nusa Pineda. If you hear me say, “Girls, come over here”, you would think, “hmmm, am I a girl? Yes – she wants to show me something and maybe it's something great I don't want to miss. But let's say we're on that boat in Bali, chartering to the island of Nusa Pineda for great adventures and you hear me say, “NURSE!”, you know that means something totally different. That means if you're not a nurse, this doesn't apply to you. But that means if you are a nurse, I need you to come quickly and help with a medical situation. That's all in the calling of a name. The name defines who is needed. You have many names perhaps. Friend, daughter, honey, mom, nurse, teacher … and each calls to you in a different way. For a mother, the sound of “Mom” turns every head in the grocery store. I'm Mom – what do you need? How can I take care of you? Now think about God. He reveals his different names to us for a reason – he wants us to call on him for who we need. The more you know his names, the better you can call on him and the more you can trust him. Remember, this study of the names of God comes from Psalm 9:10, “Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O LORD, do not abandon those who search for you.” So far, we've studied 5 of the names of God. Let's do a review. Episode #2100: YHWH – The name you've always known since your first breath. A name not spoken, but rather breathed. LORD Episode #2101: Adonai – Lord, Master. The one responsible for you. Episode #2102: Elohim – Creator. The one who makes a new way when there is no way. The one who is making you new. Episode #2103: El Shaddai – God Almighty. The one whose hand is in everything and pours out his blessings on you. Episode #2104: Yahweh Rapha – The Lord who heals you – but not just your body, your mind, your heart, your relationships. Your entire life finds healing in him. Now, today, the 6th name of God revealed by God himself in scripture. A name he wants you to know so you can call on him in a very specific. A name he gives you so you can trust him more. Today's name is likely one you've never even heard of. A name that is very hard to pronounce, so together we're going to learn something new. Repeat after me – Mehhh Ka Desh Kem Together, Mehhh-ka-desh-kem. A name that tells you that you belong to him and he is actively shaping you. A name that gives you identity, value, worth, confidence and rest. A name that tells you to stop performing, stop trying to achieve so hard, stop trying to bend and contort yourself into perfection, and trust Yahweh Mekaddishkem to do his work in you. Is that what you need today? Girl, you don't have to figure this all out – you don't have to force anything – and you don't have to perform to please the Father. He's actually already done the work for you. We find this name in Exodus 31:3, but you won't see it in your English translation Bible. Without studying the original text of Hebrew, you'll completely miss this name God has shared of himself. Here's what you will see in your Bible: The LORD then gave these instruction to Moses: Tell the people of Israel: ‘Be careful to keep my Sabbath day, for the Sabbath is a sing of the covenant between me and you from generation to generation. It is given so you may know that I am the LORD, who makes you holy.” The LORD who makes you Holy in Hebrew was YHWH Mekaddishkem. Mekaddishkem comes from the Hebrew root “qadash” which means to sanctify, set apart, and to make you holy. So, what God is saying to his people here is I AM THE ONE WHO MAKES YOU FOREVER GOOD ENOUGH. It is my work in you that makes you holy. It's on ME to sanctify you. What does it mean that God will sanctify you? That's hard to explain isn’t it? What does that really look like? My friend, it's this simple and this incredibly unbelievable – You, in your totally flawed and imperfect state within the human condition are set apart for God's divine purpose and he is progressively and continually working on you to be more and more like Jesus. That is something you simply cannot do yourself, no matter how hard you try. What God is revealing to his people here isn't some unreachable complex theology, it's an identity shaping truth meant specifically of this people. YOU BELONG TO ME AND I AM ACTIVELY SHAPING YOU. You are “becoming” in me and through me. And who you're becoming is who he always created you to be – a girl who reflects Jesus! That's holy. That's sanctified. That's forever good enough. Your holiness is not self-produced. Think about God in his infinite and perfect ways – think about his unimaginable creation of the Universe all by just his spoken word – think of his power to do absolutely anything he wishes at any time – now really, do you think there's anything YOU could do that would impress HIM? Never. So, you can't stop trying to perform and earn your way to God's good graces. He's already declared you as worthy of his love. He's already claimed you as his dearly beloved Daughter of the Dance. You've already been set apart because of what HE did, not because of anything YOU have ever, could ever, or would ever do. You are set apart by God – you are different – you are HIS! This wasn't your responsibility. Your change, your growth, your newness comes from a source – that source is GOD – not you. You don't first act holy to be set apart. No, you are set apart, and once you understand that as your identity, you naturally begin to live differently. That's God's active, ever present, holy work happening IN YOU. You can't manufacture this holiness, you can only receive it. Open your hands and receive it. For real, open your hands right now and just receive his holiness. He's set YOU apart to be made holy by HIM. My sister, trying harder isn't your answer. Have you noticed all your efforts continually fall short. You know what gets you where you need to be? SURRENDER. You can't manufacture what God is trying to give you. You can only receive it with that open, surrendered hand and heart. Old Testament was about what you could do. Rules, laws, rituals, ceremonies, cleansing, sacrifices … and God's people continually messed that up. We simply couldn't get it right. We couldn't make ourselves holy. So, that's what our Jesus did for us. We're no longer a slave to continually trying to do the right thing. It's no longer about what you can do and what you can’t do – it's solely about WHO you belong to. This is belonging, and God says, “YOU BELONG TO ME – NOW I WILL MAKE YOU HOLY. I ALONE WILL SANCTIFY YOU.” Because God is the one who sanctifies you, you can know that your failure simply isn't in the way for him. You may stumble, God says that's all part of the process, and this is HIS PROCESS. Surrender and trust him along the way. Now, in closing, notice specifically where this revealing of God's name, YWHW Mekaddishkem comes – it comes after God gives his people the sabbath – a day of rest in his covenant with them. A day where he says, “Stop working. Stop striving. Stop trying to fix everything, and just rest in me. Let me work.” Is that what you need to hear today? Rest is part of the process of you becoming everything God desires of you. Will you trust God enough to STOP sometimes? Will you trust God enough to rest from the work too? YHWH Mekaddishkem means: God is not waiting for you to become holy – He is already committed to making you holy. He is actively sanctifying you. Stop trying to fix everything and start yielding to the one who is shaping you. You can trust YHWY Mekaddishkem completely. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com
Send us your feedback — we're listeningMorning Prayer — Jesus, You Are My Refuge and My Fortress: I Begin This Day Safe, Grounded, and Confident in You Psalm 91:2 — I Will Say of the Lord, “He Is My Refuge and My Fortress, My God, in Whom I Trust.” Live from London, England São Paulo • New York • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid morning prayer for protection • Psalm 91 prayer • God protect me today • Christian morning prayer • spiritual protection prayer Psalm 91:2 (NIV): “I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'” Psalm 121:7–8 (NIV): “The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life…” Jesus, as this day begins, I come to You first. Before I move into responsibility, before I make decisions, before I carry anything forward—I take a moment to recognise where my security truly comes from. You are my refuge. You are not distant or uncertain. You are steady, present, and unchanging. In You, I am not exposed to the day ahead—I am covered, held, and established in safety. You are my fortress. Not fragile, not temporary, but strong and immovable. When I step forward, I do not step into uncertainty alone—I step from a place of strength that is already secure in You. So I do not begin this day unsettled. I begin grounded.You watch over my life in ways I cannot always see. You go before me, remain with me, and surround every part of what lies ahead. And that changes how I walk. I move with quiet confidence. Not rushed, not anxious, but steady—knowing that I am held within Your care. Jesus, remain my covering. Let me stay aware of Your presence as I move through this day. Let my thoughts remain steady and my steps remain secure as I walk forward with You. I begin in You. Jesús, Tú eres mi refugio y fortaleza, camino seguro hoy. Jesus Cristo, Tu és o meu refúgio e fortaleza, caminho seguro hoje. From São Paulo to New York, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place beginning this day, You are present. You are protecting. You are guiding Your people. So I step forward—grounded, protected, and unafraid. In Your name, Jesus, I am secure, steady, and ready. Amen. morning prayer, Psalm 91:2, protection prayer, God protect me, Christian prayer, daily prayer, spiritual protection, guidance prayer morning prayer for protection and guidance, Psalm 91:2 meaning prayer, Christian prayer for safety today, God protect my day prayer, Jesus cover me today prayer, Bible verses about protection and refugeSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Title: Delightful Duty Text: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 FCF: We often struggle in submitting to the Lord's work to grow and preserve us. Prop: Because it is a delightful duty to praise God for an enduring and maturing church, we must be a church who endures in spiritual maturity. Scripture Intro: [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to 2 Thessalonians chapter 1. In a moment we'll begin reading from the Legacy Standard bible in verse 1. You can follow along in the pew bible turning to the page listed on the screen behind me, or you can follow along in whatever version you prefer. Today we officially begin our exegesis of the second letter to the Thessalonian church from Paul and his companions. If you missed last week, we did look at the introductory material for the book providing the key themes and basic outline. I'll remind you that there is a fuller outline of the book available on the entry way table. I do reserve the right to make changes to that outline at anytime as I go through the book in a more detailed study. So, some things might get moved around a little or not work out the way I thought they should have - but for the most part this outline will provide a good birds eye view of where we are headed. With that being said, let's just get right into the book. Please stand with me to give honor to and to focus on the Word of God as it is read. Invocation: Most Gracious Father, we thank You abundantly for Your steadfast love and faithfulness to Your people. Not only do you save us from sin and death, and rescue us from Your holy and righteous wrath, but You do also sanctify us and conform us to the likeness of Your dear Son whom You gave as a substitute. We bid You to send Your Spirit among us today and meet with us to teach us from Your Word. We ask that You would give us the graces we need to live this life enduring in spiritual maturity so that we can be a beacon to a dark world. Teach us we pray this in Jesus' name, Amen. Transition: [Slide 2] “Moving in the right circles is not the same as making progress.” John Blanchard “Many spiritual experiences are possible which do not in and of themselves produce maturity. Rather, it is our response to experiences which will determine our progress in maturity.” Sinclair Furgeson “Some people's religion reminds me of a rocking horse, which has motion without progress.” Rowland Hill [Slide 3] “Progress is a tide. If we stand still, we will surely be drowned.” Harold Mayfield “Just as the sinner's despair of any help from himself is the first prerequisite of a sound conversion, so the loss of all confidence in himself is the first essential in the believer's growth in grace.” A.W. Pink “All our progress and perseverance are from God.” John Calvin Let these words prepare your mind for the exposition of the Word of God. I.) It is a delightful duty to praise God for an enduring and maturing church, so we must be a church who grows in faith and love. (1-3) a. [Slide 4] 1 - Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: 2 - Grace to you and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. i. Paul's introduction here is almost identical to his introduction to the first letter. ii. He lists himself and his two companions as the authors of the book. Although we know Paul is the primary author with Silas and Timothy providing input. iii. Then he clearly marks out who he is writing to. iv. He writes to the church of the Thessalonians. v. He says that their church is “in” God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. vi. Paul once again reminds this largely gentile church that they have inherited a covenant relationship with the God of Israel whereby they are safely “IN” Him. vii. Furthermore, there is one word variation between this greeting and the one from 1 Thessalonians. Paul began with God The Father and here it is God OUR Father. viii. Once again, this shows us that gentile Christians are in the same relationship to Yahweh as Jewish Christians. Jews were known as the children of Israel and were often described as God's children in the Old Testament. ix. For Paul to refer to the entire church as God's children is to break down the hard black line between Israel and the church. The fact of the matter is that Redeemed Israel and the church have much more in common then they don't. We could say that they are virtually synonymous. Not identical, not without distinction. But broadly they are the same. x. And once again Paul gives his standard greeting, especially to churches experiencing hardship or persecution. xi. He prays for or hopes for grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus. xii. Once again, grace is God's power which He grants to people according to His free will, to enable them to receive or do something which they are unable to get or do for themselves. xiii. And peace can mean peace with men but more than likely carries the Jewish idea of completion and being set to order. That all things would be made right for them. xiv. God alone is the author of these things and He gives these in His timing and according to the counsel of His will alone. xv. With his general greeting done, Paul moves right to the topic at hand. b. [Slide 5] 3 - We ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers, as is only fitting, i. Once again, we are struck with the generally positive tone of this letter. ii. Some of you were around when we studied Galatians, which was Paul's first letter he ever wrote. iii. If we compared Paul's tone from this book with Galatians, we would see a fairly stark contrast. iv. It isn't difficult to see why. The Galatian church was in the midst of succumbing to heretical teaching that put the requirement of circumcision and becoming a Jew as a prerequisite for any gentile to become a follower of Christ. v. But the Thessalonian church is in no such position. vi. Moving on with this verse… vii. Sometimes when we use the word “ought” we subtly imply that we are not currently doing something. viii. “I ought to exercise more” means, “I am not exercising as much as I should.” ix. However, this is actually a slang usage of the word “ought.” x. “Ought” is actually a great word when you understand that it means obligation or duty. xi. So, Paul is actually saying “We are obligated to give thanks” or “It is our duty to give thanks” xii. Paul is not confessing to the Thessalonian church that he and his companions don't give thanks to God for them always like they should. xiii. Instead, Paul is saying the opposite of that. xiv. He is saying that they are duty bound, obligated, and feel it necessary to always give thanks to God for them. xv. And he is saying that it is fitting for them to be duty bound to give thanks to God for them. xvi. Well, why? c. [Slide 6] because your faith is growing abundantly, i. So, the positive tone of the letter is really tied to their meteoric growth as a church. ii. Though they are less than a year old in their faith, it is growing rapidly. iii. It would be important for us to understand what Paul means by faith here. Because he will use the word twice in this context and each time is different. iv. Faith here takes on the meaning of believing and obeying the teachings from Christ as communicated to them by the evangelists. It is not merely confessing the right things, it is actually growing in the knowledge of Christ to the extent that they are conformed to Him. v. Therefore, the evangelists have the delightful duty to praise the Lord and be thankful to Him for their growing faith. vi. We noticed this in 1 Thessalonians and we should again notice it here. vii. First, we recognize that there is a cooperative nature to our sanctification. viii. We are told to work out our salvation with fear and trembling. We are told to spur each other to good works. We are commanded to walk worthy of the name we've been called to. ix. There is no doubt that there is some level of Christian responsibility associated with our growth in our faith. x. But Paul again minimizes that human side of the equation. He wants to thank God always for the rapidly growing faith of the Thessalonians. xi. In fact, if we look at the language here, we see that he is not thanking God for their effort to grow their faith, He is thanking God for their faith growing rapidly. xii. This is the lesson we take away… xiii. Even our growth in spiritual maturity is ultimately because it is God who works in us to will and to do His good pleasure. God provides the desire and the power to obey Him. xiv. This is why Augustine said, “Give what you command and command what you will.” By this he means that because God gives us the ability to obey Him, He can then command us anything He wishes. xv. But for what else is Paul duty bound to praise the Lord? d. [Slide 7] and the love of each one of you all toward one another increases all the more, i. Again, Paul is not thanking God for their efforts to love each other. He is thanking God for the results of their love for each other increasing all the more. ii. In his first letter to them, if you remember, Paul actually prayed for these things to happen and expressed his hope and desire that God would grow these in them. And after hearing that his prayer was answered and God did indeed grow them in faith and cause their love to abound more and more, he has the delightful duty to thank God for this. iii. John says we love because He first loved us. Scholars debate whether John means 1. We love God because He first loved us 2. We love others because God first loved us 3. Or, both. iv. I tend to see it through the systematic lens of all of the scriptures and conclude that it must be both. Clearly, we cannot love God unless He loves us first and opens our eyes to the truth. And clearly, we cannot rightly love other believers if we do not follow the first command to love God with all we are. v. It is therefore, very much, a house of cards. In order to love other believers properly, we must love God with everything we are. And in order to love God, He must have loved us first. vi. Therefore, what Paul says here is crystal clear. vii. The only reason that their love is increasing toward one another, is because God is giving them grace and growing them in their faith and love. viii. Of course there is a human side. We can resist and even quench the Spirit. Paul warned about that in the previous letter. ix. But when we say what Augustine said, we recognize that so long as God is giving us the desire and power to do what He has commanded, then He can command anything from us. x. The Thessalonians had learned this quickly. And for that, Paul has the delightful duty to unceasingly thank the Lord. e. [Slide 8] Summary of the Point: Paul then is expressing his thanks to God for the abounding grace of God to grow these Thessalonians in their faith and love. As we saw from the first letter, they were already growing in faith and love. So, they are enduring now in that growth and that makes it his delightful duty to thank God for them. Above physical health, financial solvency, honor, or general maturity, there is nothing that requires a spiritual leader to praise God more than when an individual believer or a church as a whole is graced by God to endure and grow in spiritual maturity. Negatively, there is nothing more disheartening to a spiritual leader than when an individual believer, or the church as a whole, resists or quenches the leading of the Lord. With this in mind, we must follow the example of the Thessalonian church and be a church who grows in faith and in love for one another. It must be something that continues here, in every single person. No one should think they have arrived and have no need to grow because they are saved from hell. Instead, all who are saved from hell are given a desire to live for heaven. We must continue to deepen our knowledge of Christ and to grow in conformity to Him and in our love for those who are His bride with us. [Slide 9 (blank)] Transition: What is the result of the growth of the Thessalonian church's faith and love? What is the impact that God's grace to them has had on the universal church? II.) It is a delightful duty to praise God for an enduring and maturing church, so we must be a church possessing enduring faith amid persecution and affliction. (4) a. [Slide 10] 4 - so that we ourselves boast about you among the churches of God i. The words “so that” communicate a result of the previous thought. ii. Paul and his companions are obligated to give thanks to God because of the rapidly growing faith and the increasing brotherly love of the Thessalonian church. iii. The result of the evangelists' thanksgiving for their growth is that the evangelists are continually pointing to the Thessalonians as an example of what God can do. iv. Paul is not boasting in his effective teaching and leadership, he is not boasting in the Thessalonians' submission or obedience, he is boasting in Christ and the supernatural change that God can work in His people. v. This isn't a boast of comparison; this is a boast of praise. vi. So, he isn't going around Corinth saying, “Why can't you all be more like the church Thessalonica?” vii. Instead, he is going around saying, “Look at what God is doing with His people in Thessalonica!” b. [Slide 11] for your perseverance and faith in the midst of all your persecutions and afflictions which you endure. i. The word the LSB translates “for” here doesn't imply a causal relationship. ii. We might be tempted to see Paul boasting about them because of their perseverance. iii. However, other translations render this as “about” or “concerning” which communicates a content-related connection. iv. Paul is boasting not because of their perseverance but about their perseverance. v. Again, this is emphasizing the result and not necessarily the effort or action. 1. The Puritan Theologian and commentator John Gill said this about this verse: 2. [Slide 12] “the apostle elsewhere advises not to glory in men, but only in the Lord; nor was this his practice contrary to his advice, for he did not boast of these persons with respect to their carnal things; he did not glory in their flesh, nor in their riches, nor wisdom, nor strength, nor any external gift; he gloried indeed of their graces, and of the exercise and increase of them: but of these not as of themselves, or as owing to him, and his fellow ministers, but as instances of the grace of God, and for which he gives thanks to Him” vi. The fact that the Thessalonians are persevering, they are remaining strong, they are enduring. vii. That is why he is boasting. But not for that alone. viii. Here we have the second usage of the word faith. And here the word does not mean the teachings of Christ and their obedience. Rather here it means trust. ix. They trust in the promises of Christ and therefore they endure. In fact, there is a necessary relationship between endurance and faith. Many commentators have noted this down through the ages even back to the Reformation. x. Endurance is produced by faith and faith increases in strength as it endures. xi. The Thessalonians' faith is holding fast and THAT is the content of the boast. xii. And what makes it all the more praise worthy, is that they are enduring persecutions and afflictions. xiii. It is one thing to hold fast to faith and endure when life is difficult. It is quite another to hold fast and endure in your faith when you are actively being treated poorly or harmed because of it. xiv. Entire letters in the New Testament are written to people who are considering abandoning their faith because it is causing these kinds of reactions. xv. Paul is seeing their faith grow in spite of the violent reactions of those around them. xvi. Hence the reason he boasts. c. [Slide 13] Summary of the Point: Paul's next point provides a natural transition into the first topic he wishes to address with the fledgling church. Persecution. But before he gets to that, he wishes to let them know that their perseverance and their faith in the midst of the afflictions and persecutions they are facing, has provided all the content Paul and the evangelists need to boast in the Lord and what He is doing in them. This then is a repackaging of what he has already said. Enduring spiritual growth is something for which spiritual leaders MUST be thankful to God. And they even express that thanksgiving in a public way. Like toward other churches. Therefore, we must also be a church who possesses enduring faith amid persecution and affliction. Conclusion: So, what have we learned today CBC that refines our beliefs and guides our lifestyles? Basics of Faith and Practice: [Slide 14] Paul greets the Thessalonian church and goes right to commending and praising the Lord for all that has been done in their assembly. The evangelists are thankful to God and are publicly praising God for the Thessalonian church's endurance in spiritual maturing even amid persecution and affliction. Spiritual leaders are obligated to praise God for an enduring and maturing church. It is a wonderful duty. Nothing could delight them more than an enduring and maturing church. So how do we become an enduring and maturing church for which God can be praised? We must be a church who grows in our faith and in our love for one another and we must be a church that endures and is faithful amid persecution and affliction. When we submit to God doing these things in us, we become salt and light on the earth and all men must glorify our Father in heaven. But what are some tangible ways that we can apply this to our lives today? How can we start putting this in to practice today? 1.) [Slide 15] Mind Transformation: “What truth must we believe from this text?” or “What might we not naturally believe that we must believe because of what this text has said?” We must affirm that God alone is to be praised and glorified for our growth. a. If we are to confess orthodox Christian faith, we must believe that salvation is of the Lord alone. b. This is the doctrine of monergism. Monergism comes from the combination of two words, mono meaning “one” and ergon meaning “work.” When combined the word means literally, “The work of one.” c. However, even within Christendom, the battle rages on to keep this doctrine pure and free from human contribution. d. Many strands of Christendom would heartily confess that salvation is of God alone but paradoxically attempt to include man's effort in the equation somehow. i. God alone saves us but we must do good works to keep ourselves saved. ii. God alone saves us but we don't need Him to help us get that salvation. iii. God alone saves us but we must do something to get it from Him. e. These are a few examples of certain flavors within Christianity that meddle with this doctrine. f. It is important to emphasize that even if we believe in the doctrine of monergism that does not require us to assume that mankind has no agency or responsibility. We'll talk about this in a second. g. But someone who truly believes that salvation is all of God understands that human agency and responsibility must happen AFTER God has already done the work to predestine, foreknow, elect, call, draw, and regenerate a person from being dead in sin to being able now to believe on Christ. h. [Slide 16] John 1:12-13 says “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man but of God.” i. [Slide 17] Let me give you the Chris paraphrase of this. To everyone who has received Christ as their Savior and Lord, before they received Him, He gave them the right to become the children of God, even to those who believe in His name, indeed God Himself, by His will alone, birthed them into His family so they could believe on His name and receive Him as Savior and Lord. j. Human agency and responsibility to believe on Christ is only possible after God does something in each of us individually. k. But this doesn't stop at Justification or conversion. In fact, as we go forward into sanctification, we see something similar happening. l. In Philippians 2, Paul commands the Philippian church to work out their salvation. This is a mining term meaning to take a pick axe and work out from the rubble the precious jewels found within. m. But then Paul says to do this with fear and trembling. With awe and humility. Why? n. Because the one who works IN YOU to will and do His good pleasure is God. o. In other words, even in sanctification, God is already working in you to provide your desire to obey His commands… AND… He is working in you to give you the strength to do His commands. p. Therefore, we must conclude that even in our growth in Christlikeness and love… we cannot glory in our own efforts. Why? q. Because God gave us the desire and the power to do it. All we really did… was not say no. What then is left to brag about? r. [Slide 18] If you are getting any glory for your justification or your sanctification… then your theology is wrong. s. God alone is to be praised for what we are and what we are becoming. t. But… we have another guardrail to raise up here to make sure we don't go too far. 2.) [Slide 19] Mind Transformation: “What truth must we believe from this text?” or “What might we not naturally believe that we must believe because of what this text has said?” We must affirm that we cooperate with God in our enduring spiritual maturity. a. Christian agency and responsibility still exist even in this framework. b. Even when we understand that the desire and power for us to obey God comes from God Himself, that doesn't mean we passively do nothing. c. If I need to swing a pick axe and have the desire to swing it and the power to swing it but never swing it… does the work get done? d. Of course not. e. This is the image we have in the scriptures. We have a responsibility to do all the Lord has commanded us. But we know full well that we would never desire to do what He commanded, nor would we ever possess the power to do what He has commanded if He did not provide it to us. f. This is why we set out to obey Him in awe and humility. The task is too great and we are not disposed to it. Yet He has changed us and He is with us giving us grace to do what He has commanded. g. With that in mind then… what is the “work out our salvation” application this morning? 3.) [Slide 20] Exhortation: “What actions should we take?” or “What is this passage specifically commanding us to do that we don't naturally do or aren't currently doing?” We must grow in faith and love toward one another. a. It is required of all God's children to grow in faith and love. b. Some of those that fell on the Roman Catholic side of the Reformation expressed great concern over the idea that God had declared someone to be righteous rather than made them righteous. c. Their concern was that if it was not our responsibility to keep ourselves in a state of righteousness, but it was in fact true that God legally judges us to be righteous in spite of us still being sinners, that this would lead to Christians liberally sinning. d. The fact that the early church dealt with this corruption of license as written by Jude and Paul actually serves to prove the Reformers to be correct. e. If the apostles truly taught that we had to keep ourselves righteous then it is hard to imagine a group rising up within that teaching that suggested that they can live any way they wish. f. It makes much more sense to understand that God has declared us righteous based on Christ's work alone, and then commands us to live in obedience. g. Indeed, with the gift and sealing of the Holy Spirit upon us, God has provided all that we need to do just that. h. But some today see their confession of Christ as a destination and not the start of a journey. They believe that once they have confessed Christ, they have arrived where they need to and don't really need to grow or that growth is mostly optional as they wait for Christ to return. i. However, the whole of the New Testament resolutely stands against this idea. j. The apostles are insisting, in literally every letter, that the churches they write to continue to grow in their knowledge of Christ and their devotion and obedience to God and love for one another. k. So how do we do this? How do we grow in faith and love? l. God grows His children through what we call the ordinary means of grace. m. He has given us His Word which contains for us the Words of life. He has given us access to His throne room and bid us come boldly in prayer to Him. He has given us the church a place of mutual discipleship and accountability. n. Read your bible, pray every day and You'll grow, grow, grow. I think I'd adjust the words a bit to say… o. Study your bible, pray without ceasing, and don't forsake the gathering of God's people… and you'll grow, grow, grow… p. Ok so all those words won't fit in the song… but that is how we grow. Both in faith and in love. q. If any of those items are lacking, our growth in faith and love for others could be stunted or we might actually see decline. 4.) [Slide 21] Exhortation: “What actions should we take?” or “What is this passage specifically commanding us to do that we don't naturally do or aren't currently doing?” We must possess enduring faith amid persecution or affliction. a. Another action we should take as a result of the example of the Thessalonian church, is to make sure that our faith in the promises of God are grounded and solid enough to endure affliction and persecution. b. We are warned in the parable of the soils, that one such soil that looks like it is good to produce a crop, is actually rocky and shallow soil. We wouldn't know it at first, but as the heat comes and scorches the plant, it can't go deep in the soil to find water. And so, it burns up. c. Jesus explains the meaning that these folks are people who received the gospel message with readiness but when persecution arises, they don't have the roots to hold fast and endure it. d. We must be sure our soil is soft and that our roots can go deep. e. We have entire branches of Christendom teaching that you can just make a 1 time decision to pray a prayer and that will forever insure your spot in heaven. Or they teach that if you join God's team or give enough money God will give to you earthly prosperity. f. But the New Testament assures us of the opposite. That we will suffer. In fact, in Paul's previous letter to the Thessalonians he said, that it is the destiny of believers to suffer for the name of Christ. g. My friends, if you are going to be a friend of the real Jesus then you better get used to the world hating you. Because it will. It will hate you so much that it may even what you dead. It may want you dead in such a way that it believes it is righteous to kill you to save the world from your Jesus. h. And it will take more than a 1-time decision and a prayer you repeated, for you hold fast to this Jesus. i. Are you ready to endure such hatred? Are you ready to endure such affliction? j. We can be preparing now. We can practice on minor difficulties and inconveniences. We can practice trusting the Lord when we are sick, or when we lose our jobs, or when we suffer loss of property or relationships. k. This will help to train us for the greater afflictions and persecutions that are yet to come. 5.) [Slide 22] Exhortation: “What actions should we take?” or “What is this passage specifically commanding us to do that we don't naturally do or aren't currently doing?” Elders, we are duty bound to recognize, and publicly praise the Lord for those who are enduring in spiritual maturity. a. Men, we have the delightful duty to recognize and publicly praise the Lord for those who are growing and enduring. b. And so, I want to break off everything right now and apply this immediately. c. We know that many of you are growing and the Lord is teaching you and making you more like Him. d. We, just this week at our Elder meeting, without me hinting at this application, prayed thanking the Lord for the growth we've seen among you. But let us do it publicly and give God glory for what He is doing. e. Can I have the Elders stand and pray in praise to the Lord for what He is doing to grow us here at CBC? 6.) [Slide 23] Comfort: “What comfort can we find here?” or “What peace does the Lord promise us in light of this passage of scripture?” God gives grace for help in time of need. a. Perhaps you were thinking as we prayed that we certainly weren't thanking God for you. Because you could stand to grow a lot more. b. Perhaps you have been stalled out for a while and your fire has gotten cold. c. Perhaps you've been phoning in your Christian walk for a bit and you wish you could get excited about it again – but it just isn't happening. d. Let these words be a comfort to you. e. God gives grace for help in time of need. f. God commands you to approach His throne boldly to seek mercy and find grace for help. g. If you are truly His child, He desires to supply you with all you need to do as He pleases. h. It is time for you to boldly and diligently seek Him. It is time for you to cast yourself once again at His feet and beg for His aid. i. He stands ready for you friend. j. But perhaps you have tried this. Perhaps you have begged and pleaded for God to stir you up for months… maybe even years. k. Maybe… you are asking for the wrong thing. 7.) [Slide 24] Evangelism: “What about this text points us to Jesus Christ, the gospel, and how we are restored?” Look what God makes in those who are truly His children! If you are not growing… if you are not enduring… you are not His child. a. It is plain and simple folks. The ones whom the Lord loves, He chastens. b. The ones He has given His Spirit to, will be conformed to Christ. c. It is possible to be dry for a season. It is possible to be overcome with sin. It is possible to be lethargic and sick for a time. d. But if the Lord isn't chasing you down, disciplining you, and restoring you to growth in grace… e. If your faith has grown ice cold and Jesus has taken a back seat to money, fame, power, or just daily life… f. My friends – at some point you have to start wondering… g. Maybe I'm not sick. Maybe I'm still dead. h. Look what God makes His children to be in the church of Thessalonica. Look what God does. i. My friends, if He is not doing it in your life… Maybe you aren't His child. j. What if that is true? k. Repent of your apathy and idolatry. And confess Christ as Savior and Lord of your life. Submit to His commands and put Him as your one and only King. l. Then you will see growth. You will know of grace first hand. m. Come see an Elder today if you desire this for yourself. [Slide 25 (end)] Let me close with a prayer by the church father Paulinus Pellaeus, a man born with much wealth and family, only to see it all taken away from him and never returned in this life. His prayers are marked by their thanksgiving to God in spite of all that was taken from him in this world. If I am truly wise, I should now rejoice in the place that you, O Christ, have approved for me. After all, you are preparing far better things now than I had before. Before, I thought your approval meant prosperity. Before, my home was abundant in luxury. Before, I flourished in status amidst throngs of crowds and clients. I now regret that I once loved all those things that were doomed to perish. But with old age I finally recognize (to my profit) that by the loss of earthly and failing riches I might learn to seek rather those things which will endure forever. It is indeed late, O God. But nothing is ever too late with you. You will always show compassion. And you know how to help those who do not know how to help themselves-because you anticipate our prayers even before we ask, and you provide good things for us beyond what we seek. You also refuse many selfish, misguided prayers, though you are ready to grant even better things to those wise enough to prefer your gifts to their own wishes. For how much better did you know me and my character-better than I did myself. You saw when I stepped out on a task that was beyond my strength. You gave me something better, by blocking my plans. By your mighty hand and foreseeing power, you directed all things. We pray this in Jesus' name, Amen. Benediction: May He Who rides a white horse, Who is called Faithful and True. Whose Eyes are like a blazing fire, and upon his head are many crowns. Who is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and Whose name is the Word of God. Keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus with the peace of God that transcends all understanding. Until we meet again, Grace and Peace to you.
Send us your feedback — we're listeningNight Prayer — Jesus, I Rest in the Shadow of Your Presence: I Release This Day and Enter Into Quiet, Covered, and Peaceful Rest in You Psalm 91:1 — Whoever Dwells in the Shelter of the Most High Will Rest in the Shadow of the Almighty Live from London, England São Paulo • Los Angeles • Nairobi • Manila • Amsterdam night prayer for peace • Psalm 91:1 prayer • sleep prayer Christian • rest in God prayer • peaceful night prayer Psalm 91:1 (NIV): “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 4:8 (NIV): “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” John 3:16 (NIV): “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son…” Jesus, as this day comes to its close, I come under Your covering and rest in the certainty that You are near. I do not carry this day into the night. What has been done, I release. What remains unresolved, I place into Your hands. I allow the weight of this day to settle and fall away. I rest here. You are here. I am safe. Your presence surrounds me—not distant, not uncertain, but close, steady, and complete. In You, I find a place where I am not striving, not holding, not carrying. You cover me. Not with pressure, but with peace. Not with distance, but with nearness. You create a place where I can fully let go and enter into rest without fear. You remain with me. Through every moment of this night, seen and unseen, You are present. You guard, sustain, and hold me securely within Your care. And I hold this truth—you love me. Because You love me, I am not alone. Because You love me, I am safe. Because You love me, I can rest without fear. Jesus, let this night be still. Let my sleep be deep. Let my heart remain at peace. Let me wake renewed, still held within Your presence. I rest fully in You. Jesús, descanso en Tu presencia y duermo en Tu paz esta noche. Jesus Cristo, descanso na Tua presença e durmo na Tua paz esta noite From São Paulo to Los Angeles, from Nairobi to Amsterdam, across every place entering into rest, You are present. You are covering. You are faithfully holding Your people. So I rest. I trust. I remain in You. In Your name, Jesus, I am safe, covered, and at peace. Amen. night prayer, Psalm 91:1, sleep prayer, peace prayer, rest in God, Christian night prayer, protection prayer, daily prayer night prayer for peace and sleep, Psalm 91:1 meaning prayer, Christian bedtime prayer for rest, God give me peaceful sleep prayer, Jesus help me rest tonight, Bible verses about sleep and protectionSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
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The third stop in our names of God study brings us to Elohim, and it's actually where it all begins. Genesis 1:1, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” The Hebrew word used here for God is “Elohim”. This is how we meet God, and before he asks absolutely anything of us, he reveals who he is. Who is he? He is Elohim, meaning he is the Supreme One, the Mighty One, the Creator. The name Elohim tells us our God is all power and absolutely zero limitation. Nothing and no one is above him and everything begins with him. Nothing exists without the Creator. To understand our Elohim, look at his creation. Look at the magnificent universe and its perfect balance to sustain life. Look at the intricate details of life. Nothing is by accident, everything is the intentional thought and spoken word of Elohim, the Creator. But you know that, right? You know he created all of this and holds all of this, but do you realize, Elohim doesn't stop there. A creator doesn't create once and never create again. He continues to create. He continues to make things new … for you! Not only for you, but IN YOU. 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a NEW person. The old life is gone; a NEW LIFE has begun!” This is the work of Elohim, the Creator who is still creating new things in you. As long as you're alive, he's still creating in you. New things are growing and developing because of his continued work of creation in you. Question – Where do you need Elohim to create something new in you? God is working in you, and he's working all around you. Elohim can work in anything and everything because it was all his original work anyway. The one who created it can change it or redesign it in any way he wishes. He alone holds that power. Maybe what you need doesn't even exist right now. Do you honestly think that's a problem for Elohim, the Supreme One, the Mighty One, the Creator? Girl, he can create the solution for your problem. He can design the pathway through your impossible. He can make a brand new, never been seen before creation to meet your need. He is not limited to what has been before. He is not limited to what makes sense. He's not limited to what you know or what you understand. He can make a new cure. He can make a new way. He can make a new solution. Our God is a CREATOR. He creates things that have never existed before. Did you know you can call on him to create for you now? Think about this – when Moses and the Israelites stood before an impassable Red Sea with their enemies closing in from behind, there was no way. There were no solutions. This was hopeless. So Elohim, our God the Creator, created a new way that had never been seen or imagined before. He created a dry path through the Red Sea by splitting the waters and making them stand on their ends. And let me tell you something you need to know – If God can do that then for them, God can do something radically new for you now! Call on your Elohim. God, create a way for me. Maybe what you need is a new opportunity. You're at a dead end with no viable options and you feel desperate. You've looked for a different opportunity and found absolutely none. Well – LOOK AGAIN, Sis. For real, God can create a new opportunity for you that simply wasn't there before … but it can be now. In my journey of faith I've found this simple truth – God loves to show up for the one who is looking for him. Jesus tells us in Matthew 7:7, “Seek and you will find.” I believe Jesus really meant that and I believe Elohim can really back it up. If you look for him, you will find him … and you'll find him doing new things for you all the time! Creating ways where there were no ways before. Creating new opportunities where old opportunities spoiled. Creating new solutions to impossible problems and letting you stumble right into them as you seek his hand. Question – Where do you need Elohim to create something new for you? You can trust God's unlimited hand over your limitations. You can trust God's power over your problems. He can speak into existence absolutely ANYTHING NEEDED HERE. Elohim is the creator of all things, including YOU. Nothing in your life is beyond his power. He can create in you what you cannot create on your own. He can align for you in one day what you couldn't possibly make come together in a hundred lifetimes. Get a glimpse of how big your God, Elohim, really is … now know that anything you can dare to imagine is the tiniest proportion of who he really is and what he can really do. Elohim doesn't just create worlds with mountains and valleys, rivers and oceans, the sun and moon and stars – he creates moments – he creates solutions – he creates connections – he creates paths that lead to eternal destinations. Elohim creates abundance where there was lack, order where there was chaos, and life where there was death. In Exodus, we see God create manna out of absolutely nothing and make this dewy food substance just appear on the wilderness ground every morning for his people. It had never been there before and likely has never been there again since – but he made it new for the Israelites just when they needed it. This shows us Elohim doesn't need resources – HE CREATES THEM. Maybe you're standing here today empty handed feeling like you have nothing to even start with. Okay, that's not a problem for our God. He can create the resources you need. He can create the job. He can create the opportunity. He can create the connection. He can create the need and then allow YOU to be the one to meet the need in a perfect way. How many times in scripture do we see God create new life in a womb that was declared barren and broken? That's not a limitation for the Creator. He can create in impossible places and grow miracles. I'm literally watching him do that right now in one of my friend's lives. Elohim is still working! In 2 Chronicles 20, God gives a new battle plan for Jehoshaphat against a mighty army he didn't have a chance winning against. The new battle plan God gave was to go out and sing praises the next morning and this would send the enemy armies into a frenzy and fight against one another. As Jehoshaphat and his tiny army of men sang praises to the Lord, this massive army slaughtered each other until not a single enemy remained. I need a battle plan like that for some battles I'm facing. A new plan straight from Elohim! How about you? He creates solutions we would never think of, and even when they sound crazy, God's solutions will NOT FAIL! Elohim spoke a new identity over Gideon. In Judges 6 Gideon felt like the smallest nobody of a whole tribe of nobodies. But Elohim speaks a new identity into Gideon as a mighty warrior. That mighty warrior went on and did mighty things with his new identity. Question – Do you need Elohim to speak a new identity over you? Remember, he's already doing the work in you! Going back to 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a NEW person. The old life is gone; a NEW LIFE has begun!” Let him create a new identity in you and do a new work through you leading you to a radically new life! Elohim – our God the Creator is all power and zero limitation … and he's still creating today! Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com
Ce 22 avril, Marjorie Hache anime deux heures de Pop-Rock Station mêlant classiques intemporels et découvertes musicales. On redécouvre des titres de Morcheeba, Bob Dylan, The Fall, George Harrison, Serge Gainsbourg, Michael Jackson et Dropkick Murphys. Mais aussi The Rolling Stones, Limp Bizkit, Devo, Melissa Auf Der Maur, Led Zeppelin et My Bloody Valentine. L'animatrice célèbre également le 73e anniversaire de Peter Frampton avec "I'm In You". Pour ce qui est des nouveautés, Gorillaz s'associe au regretté Mark E. Smith sur "Delirium". Pulp dévoile l'inédit "Begging For Change", et que les Lambrini Girls livrent "Cult Of Celebrity". Sont aussi de la partie la collaboration entre Story of the Year et Jacoby Shaddix sur "Fall Away". La primeur du jour nous vient directement d'Australie avec le groupe Pond, qui offre le titre porteur d'espoir "Terrestrials". L'album de la semaine continue d'explorer "Creature Of Habit" de Courtney Barnett, mis en lumière ce soir avec "Great Advice". Enfin, la reprise de la soirée est signée Smash Mouth, qui revisite de façon surprenante le fameux "Blinding Lights" de The Weeknd. Gorillaz - Delirium (Feat. Mark E. Smith) The Fall - Cruisers Creek Peter Frampton - I'm In You Morcheeba - Rome Wasn't Built In A Day George Harrison - What Is Life Serge Gainsbourg - Harley David Son Of A Bitch Michael Jackson - Beat It Courtney Barnett - Great Advice Bob Dylan - Like A Rolling Stone Dropkick Murphys - I'm Shipping Up To Boston Led Zeppelin - Black Dog Pulp - Begging For Change Smash Mouth - Blinding Lights Limp Bizkit - Break Stuff Story Of The Year & Jacoby Shaddix - Fall Away The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil My Bloody Valentine - Only Shallow Lambrini Girls - Cult Of Celebrity The Seeds - Can't Seem To Make You Mine Melissa Auf Der Maur - Out Of Our Minds Pond - Terrestrials Deep Purple - Highway Star Devo - Working In The Coal Mine Cage The Elephant - Shake Me Down Aldous Harding - One Stop Ed O'brien - IncantationsHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Send us your feedback — we're listeningMorning Prayer — Jesus, Your Mercies Are New This Morning: I Begin Again Covered in Your Faithfulness Today Lamentations 3:22–23 — His Mercies Never Fail; They Are New Every Morning Live from London, England São Paulo • New York • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid morning prayer for new beginning • God's mercy prayer • Lamentations 3:23 prayer • fresh start prayer Christian • forgiveness and renewal prayer Lamentations 3:22–23 (NIV): “Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning…” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV): “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Jesus, Your mercies are new this morning, and I step into this day covered in Your faithfulness. I begin again. What has been is behind me. What I carry from yesterday, I release into Your hands. I do not live under what has passed—I step forward into what You are doing now. Your mercy holds me. Not because I have earned it, but because You give it freely. Your compassion meets me here, and Your grace gives me a fresh beginning. So I rise renewed. Where there has been regret, You bring restoration. Where there has been failure, You bring forgiveness. Where there has been heaviness, You bring new life. You make me new. In You, I am not defined by what has been, but by who I am becoming. You are shaping me, restoring me, and leading me into something new today. Jesus, cover me with Your mercy. Let this day be marked by grace. Let my thoughts be clear, my heart be light, and my spirit be strengthened by Your presence. I walk forward in newness. Jesús, comienzo de nuevo en Tu misericordia y camino en Tu gracia hoy. Jesus Cristo, começo de novo na Tua misericórdia e caminho na Tua graça hoje. From São Paulo to New York, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place stepping into a new day, You are present. You are renewing. You are restoring Your people. So I rise. I trust. I begin again in You. In Your name, Jesus, I am renewed, restored, and ready for this day. Amen. morning prayer, Lamentations 3:23, new beginning prayer, mercy prayer, fresh start prayer Christian, forgiveness prayer, renewal prayer, daily prayer morning prayer for a fresh start, Lamentations 3:23 meaning prayer, Christian prayer for forgiveness and renewal, God give me a new beginning prayer, Jesus make me new today prayer, Bible verses about mercy and new lifeSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
There's something about Stella Pecollo that feels both grounded and untethered at the same time. Like she knows exactly where she comes from… but refuses to be defined by it. From a small town in Italy to stages and cities around the world, her journey isn't just about becoming an actress. It's about becoming herself, fully and unapologetically. In You, Me, & Tuscany, she steps into a story rooted in love, family, and discovery. Off screen, she's living one of her own… one that challenges expectations, embraces expression, and invites others to do the same.Featured in 'The Healing Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.comGuest: Stella PecolloHost: Allié McGuireMusic by: NobouProduced by: AwareNow Media
Title: Abandoned, But Not Alone Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28 FCF: We often struggle feeling alone while we strive for wholeness. Prop: Because God gives all we need to make us whole, we must grow in holiness. Scripture Intro: LSB [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to 1 Thessalonians chapter 5. In a moment we'll read from the Legacy Standard Bible starting in verse 23 and going to the end of the book. You can follow along in the pew bible or in whatever version you prefer. Today we will wrap up the book of 1 Thessalonians. Paul has, essentially, finished what he desired to say to the fledgling church in Thessalonica. He has encouraged them. He has rebuked them. He has corrected them. He has instructed them. We'll save our final overview of the book until after we complete 2 Thessalonians. There are so many themes that overlap that it is wiser to just wait until we have completed both letters to draw final conclusions. Now, he finishes his letter to them with the second wish-prayer to God for them. He concludes with a benediction. So, what does Paul pray for? Let's find out. Please stand with me to give honor to and focus on the Word of God as it is read. Invocation: God of peace. You are our everything. In You we have life and hope. In You alone we have wholeness and holiness. In some ways You have already made us holy by setting us apart as Your people. In other ways You are still making us holy by continually pressing us into the mold of Christ and conforming us to His standard. And yet in other ways You must and will make us perfectly holy and blameless when we shed this body and are given new, glorified bodies for Your eternal kingdom. But what is clear to us Father… is that without You we are without hope. I pray that you would refine us with Your word today and teach us the helps we have in this life to be holy and blameless. May we see the promises of Your word and take comfort and assurance to press on toward the prize of our Savior. We pray this in His name… Amen. Transition: [Slide 2] “When our holiness is perfect, our happiness shall be perfect; and if this were attainable on earth, there would be but little reason for men to long to be in heaven.” Thomas Brooks “Many of us would pursue holiness with far greater zeal and eagerness if we were convinced that the way of holiness is the way of life ad peace. And that is precisely what it is; there is life and peace no other way.” J.I. Packer [Slide 3] “The ethical demand for holy living is inseparable from what is freely given in the gospel.” Geoffrey B. Wilson “Christ comes with a blessing in each hand: forgiveness in one, holiness in the other.” A.W. Pink “There is no holiness without a warfare.” J.C. Ryle “The beauty of holiness needs no paint.” Matthew Henry Let these words prepare your mind for the exposition of the text this morning. I.) God, who called us, will completely sanctify us at Christ's return, so we must grow in holiness. (23-24) a. [Slide 4] 23 - Now may the God of peace Himself i. Paul now hastens on to the end of his letter to the Thessalonian believers. ii. But far from being a throw away goodbye, let me just take you through the richness of this benediction. iii. First, let's start with the title Paul gives to God. 1. As he does in three other benedictions, Paul uses the title “God of Peace” to govern this benediction to the Thessalonians. 2. This title is exclusively used by Paul and the writer of Hebrews a total of 8 times in the New Testament. It is always used in a context where the writer addresses a group of believers who are being persecuted or afflicted for their faith or experiencing trouble or disorder. 3. Since Paul was Jewish, and the writer of Hebrews obviously has strong roots to Judaism, we might expect there to be an Old Testament connection. 4. Curiously, the title “God of Peace” is not found in the Old Testament. 5. The closest we might find is “The Lord is Peace” or “The Lord is our Peace” which is the name Yahweh Shalom. 6. Now the word Shalom is a rather theologically rich word. a. It is used over 350 times in the Old Testament and is often translated peace. b. However, the semantic range of this word – and its theological implications do not merely mean the cessation of hostility. c. Rather, this word in the Old Testament means… wholeness or completeness. d. Shalom means, to be restored to proper order, to be perfectly put back together, and to be reconciled to a right relationship. e. In fact, it might be entirely appropriate for us to say that Shalom… means salvation, restoration, and redemption. f. God, The Lord, is the bringer of… Shalom. He is the God of… Shalom. g. He alone brings order, He alone makes someone complete or whole, and He alone reconciles relationships. 7. Let's keep the theological significance of Shalom in mind as we proceed in this context. 8. May this God of peace… b. [Slide 5] sanctify you entirely, and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. i. What is clear here, is that God being a God of peace is not simply God stopping people from afflicting the Thessalonian church. ii. That is certainly part of it. iii. Actually, as we get to 2 Thessalonians, Paul will assure them that those who are persecuting them and rejecting God will be destroyed by being cast away from the grace and mercy of God. iv. But the focal point of God being a God of peace, is not actually toward those who are afflicting these believers. v. It is toward the Thessalonian church. vi. They are not complete. They are not whole. They are not put together. They are not fully sanctified or holy. They are not perfectly blameless. vii. But the God of Shalom… The God of wholeness. The God of completeness. The God of order… viii. Paul prays that that God would sanctify them entirely or make them complete in their holiness. ix. That their whole person might be kept or preserved completely or entirely blameless at the Lord Jesus' coming. x. Most likely the triad body, soul, spirit, is an idiom to express the complete person rather than to try to make a doctrinal point about the composition of the being of man. xi. God's peace is always about the putting down of His enemies. But the first enemy on that list, is the ordering of His people who have been disordered. The completing of His people who are not whole. xii. God being a God of peace… is first… reconciling us into a right relationship with Himself. Which is far more than simply forgiving our sin. xiii. It is making us… holy. Blameless. Righteous. xiv. Paul prayed for this in chapter 3 and he told them it was God's will for them in chapter 4. xv. And it is God's will for all His children. xvi. God does NOT save us simply to populate His Kingdom with people who are forgiven sinners. xvii. God saves us to populate His Kingdom with Christ-like, Righteous Lawkeepers. xviii. God doesn't just calm the storm in us… He brings us to shelter. xix. God takes what is broken, incomplete, and chaotic. And He not only stops it from breaking, losing pieces, and being chaotic. He also fixes, completes, and orders us. xx. Because, make no mistake, to be what God created us to be, and to not be a broken image bearer, we must be holy and blameless. xxi. And just in case we wonder if this is up to us or if there is any possibility that this may not happen for those who are His elect… Paul continues. c. [Slide 6] 24 - Faithful is He who calls you, who also will do it. i. The call to which Paul refers here is the effectual call of the Holy Spirit. It is the call that convicts us of our sin, enlightens our minds to know of Christ and His work, it renews our wills, and persuades us and enables us to embrace Jesus Christ freely offered to us in the gospel. ii. The same God who calls His people to salvation in the first place… is faithful and will make sure that the work of renewal, ordering, and completing… is finished. iii. Paul is about to write the letter of Romans. He is a few years away from writing it. iv. But in Romans he says that the God who calls us, justifies us, and the God who justifies us, glorifies us. v. This is essentially saying the same thing. vi. In Philippians, which he will write about a decade from when he wrote this, he says that the same God who began the work of salvation in us by calling us… will eventually finish the work of salvation in us by glorifying us. vii. As Jude says… He will present us faultless before the throne of God. viii. It is upon these teachings that we arrive upon the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. That since it is God who saves us and not ourselves – God is faithful to keep us and preserve us. ix. This doesn't deny that we have a responsibility to live holy and blameless lives. x. Nor does it deny that there are some who might appear to be genuine believers who eventually fall away. xi. But it certainly does eliminate anyone on that day standing before the throne and claiming that they were holy because of their own efforts. xii. God forbid! xiii. All who stand before that throne, on that day, who are presented holy before God – they will all throw their crowns at Jesus' feet… why? Because they know He… and He alone… completed them. He reconciled them to God. He, the Prince of Peace, brought them to the God of Peace. d. [Slide 7] Summary of the Point: The church in Thessalonica was the poster child of what the gospel could do. It took a bunch of pagans who were worshipping idols and caused them to abandon them all to follow Jesus and live very different and holy lives. But the cultic superstition and city loyalty that permeated the Roman Empire at the time led their friends, families, and their community to abandon them because of their allegiance to Jesus. Paul's words in 1 Thessalonians are largely encouragement. He expresses His thankfulness to God that they are continuing to walk in a way that pleases God. But he also calls them to continue in this life. To pursue holiness and blamelessness. Something they knew would be quite difficult. And so, in this final wish-prayer that Paul offers for them, he pleads with the God of Shalom… The God of Wholeness to make them whole. The God of Order to order them. And he reminds them that because God is faithful… and has called them… He will surely do this. Though abandoned by men… they are not alone. God will make them complete in holiness and blamelessness at Christ's return. This does not encourage complacency or laziness though. Instead, it encourages them to do what Paul has said and continue to live holy and blameless lives, knowing that God will do this in them. Transition: [Slide 8 (blank)] But God is often so difficult to see in these matters. When we are feeling alone and desperate, sometimes it is difficult to feel His watch care over us. What a comfort to know that although He is all we truly need, He has also supplied the church to help us… II.) Believers are used of God to disciple one another, so we must grow in holiness. (25-28) a. [Slide 9] 25 - Brothers, pray for us. i. Paul up to this point has had his eye on the future kingdom. ii. He prays that God would get them ready for the return of Christ. iii. This is a theme that features heavily in this letter, literally occurring, in some form, in every single chapter. iv. But as any good pastor should do, and as Paul has done throughout this letter, he also needs to leave them with some practical and specific applications for the here and now. v. He begins by exhorting them to pray for them. For the evangelists. For Paul, Silas, and Timothy. vi. If you remember, Paul began the letter letting the Thessalonians know that they were always praying for their church and their faith. vii. Now Paul seeks that the Thessalonian church continue to follow their example and pray for their ministry as it continues in Corinth. viii. For the next 18 months or so, Paul will continue in Corinth with many challenges and ultimately the Lord will bless and establish a thriving church in one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire. ix. They need prayer. x. Indeed, all God's people need prayer in every context that they continue to walk in His ways and bear witness to the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ. xi. If we are to endure in this life, with all the trials and troubles we face, we must pray for one another and seek the Lord to sustain us. b. [Slide 10] 26 - Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss. i. Now we come to one of the best pick up lines in scripture for single Christian men. ii. You know… the bible says to greet all the brothers with a holy kiss
Send us your feedback — we're listeningMorning Prayer — Jesus Is Making a Way for Me Today Where There Was No Way Before Isaiah 43:19 — See, I Am Doing a New Thing; Now It Springs Up, Do You Not Perceive It? Live from London, England São Paulo • New York • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid morning prayer for new beginnings • breakthrough prayer • God makes a way prayer • fresh start with Jesus • Christian morning devotion Isaiah 43:19 (NIV): “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV): “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Jesus, You are making a way for me today where there has been no way before. I step into this day with expectation. You are not limited by what has been. You are not restricted by what I have seen or experienced. You are the God who creates paths in places that seem closed and brings life where there has been dryness. So I let go of the past. I do not carry yesterday. I do not remain defined by what has been. In You, I am made new. In You, I step forward as a new creation, held in Your purpose and led by Your Spirit. Jesus, open my eyes to what You are doing. Let me perceive the new thing You are bringing into my life. Let me walk in step with You, not behind, not resistant, but aligned with Your movement and Your direction. You are making a way. Where there has been confusion, bring clarity. Where there has been delay, bring movement. Where there has been dryness, let life begin to flow again. Jesús, estás haciendo un camino nuevo para mí hoy y avanzo contigo sin temor. Jesus Cristo, estás a abrir um novo caminho para mim hoje e eu avanço contigo com confiança. From São Paulo to New York, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place waking into this day, You are present. You are moving. You are making a way for Your people. So I step forward. I trust You. I walk into the new thing You are doing. In Your name, Jesus, I move forward in new life. Amen. morning prayer, new beginnings prayer, Isaiah 43:19, breakthrough prayer, fresh start with Jesus, Christian morning devotion, God makes a way, daily prayer morning prayer for new beginnings and breakthrough, Isaiah 43:19 meaning prayer, Christian prayer for a fresh start today, Bible verses about God making a way, Jesus help me move forward prayer, how to start again with God prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningMidday Prayer — Jesus, You Have Redeemed Me and Brought Me Into Your Light Colossians 1:13–14 — Jesus, Because of You I Am Forgiven, Redeemed, and Made New Live from London, England São Paulo • Houston • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid forgiveness prayer • identity in Christ • redemption prayer • freedom from guilt • grace of God Colossians 1:13–14 (NIV): “For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” Isaiah 53:5 (NIV): “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” Jesus, because of You, I am no longer who I was—I am made new in You. I do not stand in my past—I stand in Your grace. You have carried what I could not carry. Every burden of sin, every weight of guilt, every failure that once defined me—you have taken it upon Yourself. I do not hold onto what You have already removed. In You, I am redeemed. I am forgiven—not partially, not conditionally, but fully and completely. I have been brought out of darkness and into Your light. So I release every voice that tries to pull me back. I do not return to what You have already set me free from. Jesus, let Your grace settle deeply within me. Where there has been shame, bring peace. Where there has been distance, draw me close. Jesús, soy redimido y perdonado—camino libre en Tu luz hoy. Jesus, sou redimido e perdoado—caminho livre na Tua luz hoje. From São Paulo to Houston, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place moving through this day, You are present. You are restoring. You are making Your people whole. So I walk forward free. I live in Your grace. I remain in Your truth. In Your name, Jesus, I am redeemed, forgiven, and free. Amen. redemption prayer, forgiveness prayer, Colossians 1:13 prayer, Isaiah 53:5 prayer, identity in Christ, Christian midday prayer, freedom from guilt, grace of God prayer, new life in Jesus, daily prayer Christian prayer for forgiveness and redemption, Colossians 1:13 meaning prayer, Isaiah 53:5 meaning prayer, identity in Christ prayer, Jesus forgive me and make me new prayer, how to be free from guilt prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningMidday Prayer — Identity, Forgiveness, and Freedom in Christ Ephesians 1:7 — Jesus, In You I Am Redeemed, Forgiven, and Made Whole Live from London, England São Paulo • Houston • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid identity in Christ • forgiveness prayer • freedom from guilt • no condemnation • redemption prayer Ephesians 1:7 (NIV): “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace.” Romans 8:1 (NIV): “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Jesus, I am no longer defined by what has been—I am made new in You. I do not stand in my past—I stand in Your grace. In You, I am redeemed. Because of You, I am forgiven. Not partially, not conditionally, but fully and completely. There is now no condemnation over my life. So I release every weight that tries to remain. Every regret, every mistake, every voice that speaks against who I am—I let it go now. It does not belong to me anymore. Jesus, let Your grace settle deeply within me. Where there has been guilt, bring peace. Where there has been shame, bring restoration. Where there has been distance, draw me close again. I do not return to what has already been forgiven. I do not carry what You have already removed. Jesús, soy perdonado y redimido—camino libre en Tu gracia hoy. Jesus, sou perdoado e redimido—caminho livre na Tua graça hoje. From São Paulo to Houston, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place moving through this day, You are present. You are restoring. You are making Your people whole. So I walk forward free. I live in Your grace. I remain in Your truth. In Your name, Jesus, I am forgiven, redeemed, and free. Amen. identity prayer, forgiveness prayer, Ephesians 1:7 prayer, Romans 8:1 prayer, redemption prayer, Christian midday prayer, no condemnation prayer, freedom from guilt, grace of God prayer, new life in Christ Christian prayer for forgiveness and redemption, Ephesians 1:7 meaning prayer, Romans 8:1 no condemnation explained prayer, identity in Christ prayer, Jesus forgive me and make me new prayer, how to be free from guilt prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningNight Prayer — Protection, Covering, and Peace as This Night BeginsPsalm 91:11–12 — Jesus, Command Your Protection Over Me as This Night Begins Live from London, England São Paulo • Miami • Nairobi • Manila • Madrid night prayer for protection • fear at night • God keep me safe • spiritual protection prayer • peace before sleep Psalm 91:11–12 (NIV): “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.” Proverbs 18:10 (NIV): “The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” Jesus, as this night begins and the day comes to a close, I come under Your covering. I do not remain exposed to fear—I come into Your protection. You are my refuge. You command Your angels concerning me. You guard me in all my ways. I am not alone, and I am not unprotected—I am held securely in Your care. So I do not give space to fear. I do not allow anxious thoughts to take hold. I step into the safety that You provide. Jesus, be my fortress tonight. Surround me with Your presence. Let Your peace settle deeply within me. Where my mind tries to wander, bring stillness. Where uncertainty tries to rise, bring assurance. Where fear tries to speak, let Your truth be stronger. I run to You. You are my strong tower. You are my place of safety. In You, I am secure and unshaken. Jesús, envía Tus ángeles para guardarme y cúbreme con Tu paz esta noche. Jesus, envia os Teus anjos para me guardarem e cobre-me com a Tua paz nesta noite. From São Paulo to Miami, from Nairobi to Madrid, across every place entering this night, You are present. You are protecting. You are covering Your people. So I rest under Your protection. I remain in Your peace. I am safe in You. In Your name, Jesus, I am protected and at rest. Amen. night prayer, protection prayer, Psalm 91 prayer, Proverbs 18:10 prayer, Christian night prayer, God protect me prayer, angels protection prayer, peace before sleep, spiritual protection, safe in God night prayer for protection and safety, Psalm 91:11-12 meaning prayer, Christian prayer for protection from fear, Bible verses about angels protecting you, Jesus protect me tonight prayer, how to feel safe at night prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 91:1–2 — Jesus, Cover Me Under Your Protection and Let Me Rest Safely Through This Night Live from London, England São Paulo • Miami • Lagos • Manila • Madrid night protection prayer • safe sleep prayer • anxiety at night • spiritual covering • God protect me Psalm 91:1–2 (NIV): “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'” Exodus 12:13 (NIV): “The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are, and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt.” Jesus, as this night begins, I come deliberately into Your presence. I do not remain uncovered—I come under Your protection, Your shelter, Your covering. You are my refuge. You are my fortress. In You, I am safe. There is no fear that has authority here. There is no darkness that can override Your covering. I do not lie down in uncertainty—I rest in security. So I dwell in Your presence. Jesus, establish Your covering over my life tonight. Guard my thoughts. Protect my rest. Let no anxiety take hold, and let no disturbance remain. Your Word reminds me that where there is covering, there is protection. Where You are present, I am secure. So I step fully into that place. Jesús, cúbreme con Tu presencia y protégeme completamente en esta noche. Jesus, cobre-me com a Tua presença e protege-me completamente nesta noite. From São Paulo to Manila, from Miami to Madrid, across every place entering this night, You are present. You are covering. You are protecting Your people. So I rest in You. I sleep in peace. I remain under Your protection. In Your name, Jesus, I am safe and secure. Amen. night protection prayer, Psalm 91 prayer, safe sleep prayer, Exodus 12:13 prayer, spiritual protection prayer, Christian night prayer, God protect me prayer, covering prayer, anxiety at night prayer, peace before sleep Psalm 91 night prayer for protection, prayer for safe sleep and peace, Bible verses for protection at night, Christian prayer for anxiety at night, Jesus protect me while I sleep, spiritual covering prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 91:1–2 — Jesus, Cover Me in Your Presence and Keep Me Safe and Undisturbed Through This Night Live from London, England São Paulo • Miami • Lagos • Manila • Madrid night protection prayer • safe sleep prayer • anxiety at night • spiritual covering • God protect me Psalm 91:1–2 (NIV): “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'” Proverbs 18:10 (NIV): “The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” Jesus, as this night begins, I come deliberately into Your presence. I do not enter this night uncovered—I step into Your shelter, into Your shadow, into Your protection. You are my refuge. You are my fortress. In You, I am safe. There is no fear that has authority here. There is no darkness that can override Your covering. I do not lie down in uncertainty—I rest in security. So I come under Your wings. Jesus, establish Your covering over my life tonight. Guard my thoughts. Protect my rest. Let no anxiety take hold, and let no disturbance remain. The name of the Lord is my strong tower—and I run into it now. I do not stay outside of Your protection. I step fully into it. I dwell in Your presence. I remain in Your shelter. I rest under Your authority. Jesús, cúbreme con Tu presencia y protégeme completamente en esta noche. Jesus, cobre-me com a Tua presença e protege-me completamente nesta noite. From São Paulo to Manila, from Miami to Madrid, across every place entering this night, You are present. You are covering. You are protecting Your people. So I rest in You. I sleep in peace. I remain under Your protection. In Your name, Jesus, I am safe and secure. Amen. night protection prayer, Psalm 91 prayer, safe sleep prayer, Proverbs 18:10 prayer, spiritual protection prayer, Christian night prayer, God protect me prayer, covering prayer, anxiety at night prayer, peace before sleep Psalm 91 night prayer for protection, prayer for safe sleep and peace, Bible verses for protection at night, Christian prayer for anxiety at night, Jesus protect me while I sleep, spiritual covering prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 91:1 — Jesus, Cover Me Completely and Establish Me in Safe, Undisturbed Rest Tonight Live from London, England São Paulo • London • Nairobi • Manila • Barcelona protection prayer at night • safe sleep prayer • anxiety at night • peaceful rest • God's covering Psalm 91:1 (NIV): “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 4:8 (NIV): “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” Jesus, as this night begins and the world settles into stillness, I come into Your presence seeking rest that is safe, steady, and undisturbed. There is a need not just to sleep, but to be covered—to know that I am held securely under Your protection. Your Word reminds me that when I dwell in You, I rest under Your shadow. I am not exposed. I am not unguarded. I am positioned under Your covering. So I come close to You now. I place myself fully under Your shelter. I do not carry fear into this night. I do not allow anxiety to settle within me. I choose to dwell in Your presence. Jesus, cover me completely. Surround me with Your protection. Let no disturbance come near me. Let no fear take hold. Establish me in rest that is deep, uninterrupted, and secure. In You alone I dwell in safety. Not in circumstances, not in what I feel—but in You. Jesús, cúbreme completamente y llévame a un descanso seguro bajo Tu protección esta noche. Jesus, cobre-me completamente e leva-me a um descanso seguro sob a Tua proteção esta noite. From São Paulo to Manila, from London to Barcelona, across every place entering the quiet of this night, You are present. You are covering. You are watching over Your people. So I rest under Your shadow. I settle into Your care. I sleep knowing that I am secure in You. In Your name, Jesus, I rest in safety tonight. Amen. night prayer, protection prayer, Psalm 91 prayer, Psalm 4:8 prayer, safe sleep prayer, Christian night devotion, peaceful sleep prayer, God's protection prayer, rest in God, Jesus cover me prayer for protection at night, Bible verses for safe sleep, Psalm 91 meaning prayer, Christian prayer for peaceful rest, Jesus protect me while I sleep, night anxiety prayerSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee
Delia Ephron has worked on some of the most famous romantic comedies of all time – like Sleepless in Seattle, and You've Got Mail – alongside her sister, Nora Ephron. In You've Got Mail, two people fall in love over email. Decades after writing that screenplay, Delia Ephron found herself in the middle of a very similar story. “I really did think I'd fallen into my own romantic comedy.” This episode was originally released in 2022. Say hello on Facebook and Instagram. Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts. Want to listen to This is Love ad-free? Sign up for Criminal Plus – you'll get to listen to This is Love, Criminal, and Phoebe Reads a Mystery without any ads. Plus, you'll get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of Criminal and other exclusive benefits. Learn more and sign up here. We also make Criminal and Phoebe Reads a Mystery. Artwork by Julienne Alexander. Check out our online shop. Episode transcripts are posted on our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In You, O LORD, I put my trust; Let me never be put to shame. [NKJV]
You don't need more time—you just need to notice the God who's already there. In You're Not Too Busy: It's God's Time Anyway, Pamela Nance Johnson invites readers to slow their hearts without stopping their lives. Through 31 powerful, spirit-filled devotionals woven with scripture, prayer, and worship, this book shows how God meets us right where we are—on the train, in the waiting room, or in the middle of a busy day. This is a devotional for anyone who longs to feel God's presence without having to escape their reality. #PamelaNanceJohnson #YoureNotTooBusy #ItsGodsTimeAnyway #FaithInTheEveryday #ChristianDevotional #SpiritualGrowth #BusyButBlessed #GodInTheDetails #FlorenzaLee #OnTheAirWithFlorenza
What happens when God draws unusually near? In this fiery message at Grace City Church during Church Camp, Russel Johnson from The Pursuit Church teaches from Acts 10 (Cornelius & Peter) and unpacks the signs of revival. If you've been praying for awakening, this is your call to respond—revival starts in a person (IN YOU), and it's time to raise the sails because the wind has begun to blow.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.
What more can be said about the much maligned 1978 musical film 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' that hasn't been said already (11% on Rotten Tomatoes)? But this week's guest, multi-instrumentalist, artist and songwriter Robbie Gennet, contends that the movie - and especially its accompanying soundtrack - deserves a second look. Featuring the Bee Gees, Peter Frampton, and a slew of guest artists covering Beatles songs (AND produced by none other than George Martin!), as well as a murderer's row of side men including Max Middleton, Wilbur Bascomb and Bernard Purdie, it's an eclectic, at times bizarre collection of songs you've known for all these years. We hope you will enjoy the show. Songs discussed in this episode: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band - Bee Gees with Paul Nicholas; Vacillate, Don't Wait (Live, 2025) - Robbie Gennet; I've Gotta Get A Message To You (Live at The Forum, 1976), Too Much Heaven - Bee Gees; I'm In You, Show Me The Way (Live) - Peter Frampton; Cause We've Ended As Lovers, Head For Backstage Pass - Jeff Beck; Fire and Brimstone - Hummingbird; Here Comes The Sun - Sandy Farina; Theme song from 'Which Way Is Up' - Stargard; Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds - Dianne Steinberg with Stargard; Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds - Elton John; I Want You (She's So Heavy) - Bee Gees with Donald Pleasence; Good Morning Good Morning - Bee Gees with Peter Frampton; Oh! Darling - Dana Fuchs; Maxwell's Silver Hammer - Steve Martin; Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise) - Bee Gees with Peter Frampton; Got To Get You Into My Life - Earth, Wind & Fire; Night Fever - Bee Gees; I Want You (She's So Heavy) - Eddie Hazel; Because - Bee Gees with Alice Cooper; Come Together - Aerosmith; A Day In The Life - Bee Gees; Get Back - Billy Preston; Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Finale) - Bee Gees, Peter Frampton, Cast; No Questions - Robbie Gennet
1 Corinthians 6:19 says, "do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is IN YOU, whom you have received from God?" Whoa! Think about that for a moment: the Holy Spirit… the very presence of God… lives INSIDE of our bodies! How crazy is THAT! The God of the universe has taken up residence inside of us, where He not only guides us as a wise counselor but also intercedes on our behalf and empowers us to carry out the good works prepared in advance for us. If God lives in us, and works through us, then it makes sense that our lives should demand a supernatural explanation! Are you living life in your own power or in God's power? Take a moment today and pray that the Holy Spirit would do something through you that you couldn't possibly do on your own! – something that demands a supernatural explanation.
The biggest questions in this life always come down to God. Chad reminds us that Christ is the image of God, and consolations await those who look to Jesus. Izzi Ray sings "we Look to You". Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: Coming Home for Christmas: 1517 Advent Devotional Face to Face: A Novel of the Reformation by Amy Mantravadi Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics to "We Look to You" When it all falls apart, Our treasures in the dark, You shine as the one who cares, the image of God's heart. The firstborn over all, Before the world began, By You the stars were spoken, and our lives held in Your hands. Chorus: We look to You, the image of the Father Holding all things together The Word forever We look to You, the image of compassion And it comes home again In You all things stay You are the dawn of the never ending day When the night grows long, And hope feels out of reach, You're holding all creation— And You're still holding me. You reconcile the broken, Shed Your blood to made us new, Your Peace rising from the shadows, A kingdom born of You.
This episode is taking you through the foundation of your identity in these moments and to be mindful of the "IF" that limits you in the hard moments. Your entire internal atmosphere changes when you move like God is watching you. Suddenly there's peace and surrender in the places you wrestled with perfection, people pleasing and approval of others. Imagine you're in the room with your close family and friends and "everyone else's" kids were playing, using manners and doing the "right" behavior for the room. Then you hear your child screaming, pushing a cousin over and saying "no" to grandma. Oh, boy... what happens IN YOU next?Well, that depends on what your focus is on. "What does Jesus think of how I handle this?""What does (friend, family, stranger) think of how I handle this?"With a mind set on Jesus you experience peace and a guided hand to help you through. With a mind set on man you experience pressure- perfect, perform and please. Which do you want and which do you have? Let's make forward progress here, together.
Join Pastor Balla in this powerful daily devotion for November 10, 2025, on Psalm 31:1–3: "In You, O Lord, Do I Take Refuge." Dive deep into David's cry for help, trusting God's righteousness for deliverance, speedy rescue, and unshakable protection as our rock and fortress. This Christian Bible study explores faith over fear, God's faithfulness, mercy, and guidance for His name's sake—rooted in Jesus Christ.Find spiritual strength amid life's storms with daily Bible inspiration, Christian encouragement, prayer for protection, and scriptural truths on refuge in God. Ideal for believers seeking faith-building devotionals, overcoming uncertainty, and proclaiming God's glory through trials.Support the ministry and buy me a coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/whitegandalph (buymeacoffee.com/whitegandalph). God's peace and blessings!#DailyDevotion #Psalm31 #GodMyRefuge #ChristianFaith #BibleProtection
My Identity Is IN CHRIST Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all God’s holy people IN CHRIST JESUS at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: (NIV) 1. YOUR IDENTITY IS IN CHRIST Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints IN CHRIST Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: (ESV) Colossians 1:2 To the saints and faithful brothers IN CHRIST at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. (ESV) Ephesians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful IN CHRIST JESUS (ESV) Colossians 1:26–27 the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and generations, but is now disclosed to the Lord’s people. 27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is CHRIST IN YOU, the hope of glory. (NIV) Romans 8:11 And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living IN YOU, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives IN YOU. (NIV) Galatians 3:26 For IN CHRIST Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. (ESV) 2. YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS IS IN CHRIST Philippians 3:9 and be found IN HIM, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith (ESV) 2 Corinthians 5:21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that IN HIM we might become the righteousness of God. (ESV) Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are IN CHRIST JESUS. (ESV) Ephesians 1:7 IN HIM we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, (ESV) Ephesians 4:32 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God IN CHRIST forgave you. (ESV) Ephesians 2:13 But now IN CHRIST JESUS you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. (ESV) 1 Corinthians 1:2 To the church of God that is in Corinth, to those sanctified IN CHRIST JESUS, called to be saints together with all those who in every place call upon the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, both their Lord and ours: (ESV) 2 Timothy 1:9 Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us IN CHRIST Jesus before the ages began, (ESV) 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is IN CHRIST, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. (ESV) 3. YOUR GODLY MIND IS IN CHRIST Philippians 2:5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours IN CHRIST JESUS, (ESV) 4. YOUR HUMILITY IS IN CHRIST Philippians 2:5- 8 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours IN CHRIST Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. (ESV) 5. YOUR CONFIDENCE IS IN CHRIST Philippians 3:3 For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory IN CHRIST JESUS and put no confidence in the flesh (ESV) Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives IN ME. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. (ESV) Ephesians 3:12 In whom we have BOLDNESS and access with confidence through our faith IN HIM. (ESV) 6. YOUR PEACE IS IN CHRIST 7. YOUR NEEDS ARE MET IN CHRIST Philippians 4:19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory IN CHRIST JESUS. (ESV) 1. Am I truly In Christ Jesus? 2. Am I confusing my wants with my needs? 3. Am I obeying God’s word? Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us IN CHRIST with EVERY spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, (ESV)
My Identity Is IN CHRIST Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all God’s holy people IN CHRIST JESUS at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: (NIV) 1. YOUR IDENTITY IS IN CHRIST Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints IN CHRIST Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: (ESV) Colossians 1:2 To the saints and faithful brothers IN CHRIST at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. (ESV) Ephesians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful IN CHRIST JESUS (ESV) Colossians 1:26–27 the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and generations, but is now disclosed to the Lord’s people. 27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is CHRIST IN YOU, the hope of glory. (NIV) Romans 8:11 And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living IN YOU, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives IN YOU. (NIV) Galatians 3:26 For IN CHRIST Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. (ESV) 2. YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS IS IN CHRIST Philippians 3:9 and be found IN HIM, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith (ESV) 2 Corinthians 5:21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that IN HIM we might become the righteousness of God. (ESV) Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are IN CHRIST JESUS. (ESV) Ephesians 1:7 IN HIM we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, (ESV) Ephesians 4:32 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God IN CHRIST forgave you. (ESV) Ephesians 2:13 But now IN CHRIST JESUS you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. (ESV) 1 Corinthians 1:2 To the church of God that is in Corinth, to those sanctified IN CHRIST JESUS, called to be saints together with all those who in every place call upon the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, both their Lord and ours: (ESV) 2 Timothy 1:9 Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us IN CHRIST Jesus before the ages began, (ESV) 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is IN CHRIST, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. (ESV) 3. YOUR GODLY MIND IS IN CHRIST Philippians 2:5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours IN CHRIST JESUS, (ESV) 4. YOUR HUMILITY IS IN CHRIST Philippians 2:5- 8 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours IN CHRIST Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. (ESV) 5. YOUR CONFIDENCE IS IN CHRIST Philippians 3:3 For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory IN CHRIST JESUS and put no confidence in the flesh (ESV) Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives IN ME. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. (ESV) Ephesians 3:12 In whom we have BOLDNESS and access with confidence through our faith IN HIM. (ESV) 6. YOUR PEACE IS IN CHRIST 7. YOUR NEEDS ARE MET IN CHRIST Philippians 4:19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory IN CHRIST JESUS. (ESV) 1. Am I truly In Christ Jesus? 2. Am I confusing my wants with my needs? 3. Am I obeying God’s word? Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us IN CHRIST with EVERY spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, (ESV)
In “You'd Be Surprised What Grows in the Winter,” Pastor Manouchka Charles powerfully reminds us that God can produce fruit in any season. Don't let “winter” fool you—God can use the very conditions meant to take you out to build you up. If you want to bear fruit, you must be willing to sow seed. When we plant in faith, God is faithful to bring forth fruit—even in our hardest seasons. Thank you for partnering with Social Dallas! To GIVE Online- head to our website: www.socialdallas.com/give Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Also follow us on all Social Media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/social_dallas
LESSON 286The Hush Of Heaven Holds My Heart Today.Father, how still today! How quietly do all things fall in place! This is the day that has been chosen as the time in which I come to understand the lesson that there is no need that I do anything. In You is every choice already made. In You has every conflict been resolved. In You is everything I hope to find already given me. Your peace is mine. My heart is quiet, and my mind at rest. Your Love is Heaven, and Your Love is mine.The stillness of today will give us hope that we have found the way, and travelled far along it to a wholly certain goal. Today we will not doubt the end which God Himself has promised us. We trust in Him, and in our Self, Who still is one with Him.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
LESSON 286The Hush Of Heaven Holds My Heart Today.Father, how still today! How quietly do all things fall in place! This is the day that has been chosen as the time in which I come to understand the lesson that there is no need that I do anything. In You is every choice already made. In You has every conflict been resolved. In You is everything I hope to find already given me. Your peace is mine. My heart is quiet, and my mind at rest. Your Love is Heaven, and Your Love is mine.The stillness of today will give us hope that we have found the way, and travelled far along it to a wholly certain goal. Today we will not doubt the end which God Himself has promised us. We trust in Him, and in our Self, Who still is one with Him.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
LESSON 264I Am Surrounded By The Love Of God.Father, You stand before me and behind, beside me, in the place I see myself, and everywhere I go. You are in all the things I look upon, the sounds I hear, and every hand that reaches for my own. In You time disappears, and place becomes a meaningless belief. For what surrounds Your Son and keeps him safe is Love Itself. There is no Source but This, and nothing is that does not share Its holiness; that stands beyond Your one creation, or without the Love Which holds all things within Itself. Father, Your Son is like Yourself. We come to You in Your Own Name today, to be at peace within Your everlasting Love.My brothers, join with me in this today. This is salvation's prayer. Must we not join in what will save the world, along with us?- Jesus Christ in ACIM
LESSON 264I Am Surrounded By The Love Of God.Father, You stand before me and behind, beside me, in the place I see myself, and everywhere I go. You are in all the things I look upon, the sounds I hear, and every hand that reaches for my own. In You time disappears, and place becomes a meaningless belief. For what surrounds Your Son and keeps him safe is Love Itself. There is no Source but This, and nothing is that does not share Its holiness; that stands beyond Your one creation, or without the Love Which holds all things within Itself. Father, Your Son is like Yourself. We come to You in Your Own Name today, to be at peace within Your everlasting Love.My brothers, join with me in this today. This is salvation's prayer. Must we not join in what will save the world, along with us?- Jesus Christ in ACIM
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Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comJohn 17 This is one of the most beautiful chapters in all of scripture. It documents a prayer offered by Jesus while He is with His Apostles. Jesus speaks of all things leading back to the Father. Whatever glory and authority Jesus has, He uses it to turn all attention to the Father and His gift of eternal life. Jesus committed his life to accomplishing the will of the Father. Jesus is soon to depart, and He prays that God will keep the disciples in the faith and unified with one another. Jesus asks for God to keep them from the evil one and to sanctify them in the truth. Jesus then prays for all believers that they may be one, perfected in unity, striving together in the love of God. The most striking aspect of this prayer is the incredible humility of Jesus. He defers all glory to His Father, addressing Him as holy and righteous. All that Jesus has been gifted to do is used to turn the world toward the Father. This is a lesson that should live on in us. We are agents for God, and all the glory and authority we have is to direct people back to Him. Jesus then prays fervently concerning His disciples. He prays for their unity, and their strength, and that they live in sanctity and love. If we are genuinely interested in honoring the Father in this life, we must invest ourselves in the strength and unity of fellow believers. Holy and righteous Father, You are worthy of all praise and glory. Even Jesus, the Savior of the world, gives honor to You. Great God, demand of us the service and loyalty that You deserve. In You is eternal life, and we devote our lives to service and gratitude for this incredible gift. Father, Your Son has taught us to love one another. Unity among Christians was the Savior's prayer, and we make it ours as well. Please help us overcome the issues and attitudes that divide us. Sanctify us together in truth and keep us from the evil one. Thought Questions: - Jesus knew His death was coming, and He welcomed it to honor God. How will you be like Him when difficult times come? - Jesus prayed that God would protect His friends from Satan. Who will you ask God to protect from the enemy today? - Why do you think there is so much division among God's people? How can Jesus' prayer for unity help us all?
Throughout the season of Lent, we're releasing weekly episodes focused on spiritual practices.We live in an age of speed and overwhelm, where we often feel we are expected to do more, move faster, work harder, brush past boundaries and limits, and shave margins. When we inevitably fail to meet all demands, we are left feeling not only exhausted, but often diminished."Part of what you start to see is ... our limits ... is actually what fosters our relationship with God, with others, even with the earth ... it's the stuff of life." But what if, instead of seeing our limitations as an impediment, we could learn to view them as a blessing, even a gift? In You're Only Human, theologian and scholar Kelly Kapic provides a theologically grounded approach to understanding and receiving the gift of our human finitude.He offers us a way to find joy and relief in our incarnational limits and use them to foster greater freedom, spiritual growth, and deeper community.This podcast is drawn from our Online Conversation from December 2022. You can access the full conversation with transcript here.Learn more about Kelly Kapic.Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:You're Only Human, by Kelly KapicEmbodied Hope, by Kelly KapicThe God Who Gives, by Kelly KapicThe Devoted Life, by Kelly KapicBecoming Whole, by Kelly KapicWendell BerryThe Sabbath, by Abram Joshua HeschelRobert EmmonsRelated Trinity Forum Readings:Bright Evening Star, Madeleine L'EngleA Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens Babette's Feast, by Isak DinesenRelated Conversations:Practicing Gratitude with Diana Butler BassBeauty and Wonder with Andrew PetersonTime and Hope with James K.A. SmithBeauty from Darkness with Curt ThompsonTo listen to this or any of our episodes in full, visit ttf.org/podcast and to join the Trinity Forum Society and help make content like this possible, join the Trinity Forum Society
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