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What happens when Jesus interrupts the story we thought we were writing? Through Paul's own story, we see that an encounter with Jesus doesn't just change what we believe; it changes who we are, what we see, and what we live for. Scripture Referenced: Acts 26:12-18
Mary & Joseph – When God Interrupts Your Plans | The Heroes and Great Stories of the Bible (24)What happens when God's plan interrupts the plans you've made for your life?In this powerful message from The Heroes and Great Stories of the Bible series, we look at Mary and Joseph and discover what it means to trust God when His direction doesn't look anything like what we expected.Mary teaches us surrender. Joseph teaches us obedience. Together, they teach us trust.Mary said yes to God even when she didn't understand how His promise would unfold. Joseph chose obedience even when what he saw seemed to contradict what God had spoken. Neither had the complete roadmap, they simply trusted the One who did.4 Truths from Mary & Joseph:1. Surrender Says Yes Before It Knows All the DetailsMary's response demonstrates genuine surrender: “Let it be done to me according to what you have said.” Faith doesn't require us to understand everything before we obey. It requires us to trust the One who is leading.2. Obedience Trusts God Above What It SeesJoseph reminds us that obedience is faith in motion. Some of our greatest spiritual battles happen between what we see and what God said. Sometimes we don't need another word from God, we need to obey the last one He gave us.3. God's Will Does Not Guarantee an Easy RoadMary and Joseph were in the center of God's will, yet they experienced uncertainty, difficulty, opposition, and closed doors. A difficult season doesn't mean you've missed God.Never judge God's faithfulness by one difficult chapter.4. Surrender Is Not a Moment, It's a LifestyleSurrender means continuing to say “Yes, Lord” when God changes our plans, when obedience costs something, when we don't understand, and when the road becomes difficult.Mary and Joseph didn't have the whole plan. They trusted the One who did. Because two ordinary people said yes, Bethlehem happened, prophecy was fulfilled, the Messiah came, and the world was forever changed.Maybe God is asking you to surrender a plan, relationship, timeline, expectation, or dream.You don't have to know everything that's coming. You only have to know the One who's leading.
Today we're tackling a topic that every single speaker will eventually face, yet few ever plan for: what happens when life throws an unexpected curveball right in the middle of a packed calendar? Joining me today is the incomparable Shola Richards—a master of workplace civility, bestselling author, and a speaker who knows firsthand how to lead with transformative kindness, even through profound personal grief. In this episode, Shola and I dive deep into navigating loss while maintaining your commitments, honoring your humanity without derailing your business, and why showing up with radical kindness—especially toward yourself—is the ultimate key to resilience. Grab a notebook, because this is a conversation your heart and your business both need to hear. Highlights you won't want to miss: When Life Interrupts the Busy Speaker 0:00 Shola's current business model. 1:00 Fighting through grief. 6:00 Grief sometimes starts before death. 12:30 The show must go on. 17:00 Prepare for the worst. 21:00 Kindness in an AI world. 23:00 Where to hang out on social media. 28:00 Speak your truth. 32:00 See you next time. 38:23 If you could use some great ideas on how you can deal with any kind of loss or emotional distress and keep things moving forward, you simply can't afford to miss this episode. For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit: https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcast/
The Athletic college football insider Stewart Mandel Sports Roulette Final thoughts
Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on August 19, 2026 Utah Insider Steve Bartle talks Utah Camp and WR Braden Pegan being named to the Biletnikoff Award Preseason Watch List. Could he be their best WR in years? Is BYU Charging Way Too Much for these Fan Experiences? ESPN Interrupts Bill Rasmussen Tribute to start Pat McAfee Show
It was by far the most emotional day in court in the Lindsay Clancy trial, the 36-year-old Massachusetts mom who has admitted to killing her three young children. The prosecution called six witnesses to the stand on Wednesday, but it was the final 2 medical examiners who went over 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson’s autopsies that sent Clancy over the edge. The judge had to call multiple recesses and repeatedly instruct the jury not to let emotions cloud their judgment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was by far the most emotional day in court in the Lindsay Clancy trial, the 36-year-old Massachusetts mom who has admitted to killing her three young children. The prosecution called six witnesses to the stand on Wednesday, but it was the final 2 medical examiners who went over 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson’s autopsies that sent Clancy over the edge. The judge had to call multiple recesses and repeatedly instruct the jury not to let emotions cloud their judgment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was by far the most emotional day in court in the Lindsay Clancy trial, the 36-year-old Massachusetts mom who has admitted to killing her three young children. The prosecution called six witnesses to the stand on Wednesday, but it was the final 2 medical examiners who went over 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson’s autopsies that sent Clancy over the edge. The judge had to call multiple recesses and repeatedly instruct the jury not to let emotions cloud their judgment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was by far the most emotional day in court in the Lindsay Clancy trial, the 36-year-old Massachusetts mom who has admitted to killing her three young children. The prosecution called six witnesses to the stand on Wednesday, but it was the final 2 medical examiners who went over 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson’s autopsies that sent Clancy over the edge. The judge had to call multiple recesses and repeatedly instruct the jury not to let emotions cloud their judgment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges us to stop asking who qualifies as our neighbor and instead become a neighbor to anyone who needs mercy. While a priest and Levite saw a wounded man and continued walking, a Samaritan allowed compassion to interrupt his journey, used what he had, paid the cost, and cared for someone who could give him nothing in return. This message reminds us that biblical love gets involved, love costs something, and love has the power to change lives.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
God call His children, always for His glory and our good. How can we prepare our heart to recognize His calling and be ready when He interrupts our life.
When God Interrupts Luke 8:40-56 August 2, 2026 Dr. Stuart Bond
Salt and Light Sermon Series Part #2A sermon series based on the gospel of Matthew. In this series, Pastor Steve dissects each chapter of Matthew and breaks down God's instructions to his people so that they can effectively be the salt and light in today's world.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
Exploring how school leaders can distinguish distractions from meaningful interruptions, respond to people with genuine presence, and protect focused work without forgetting that people remain at the heart of the ministry.Help me spread the word of this Podcast by rating the episode wherever you listen to your podcast content, and consider writing a review. If you find value in this, share it with others you think may benefit!Have suggestions for future Leadership Podcast episodes? Let me know. Email ideas to JimS@nowlcms.org.
Wie entwickelt man Software, wenn ein Breakpoint das Systemverhalten verfälscht, Speicher knapp ist und ein Update nicht einfach per Knopfdruck ausgerollt werden kann? Genau in diese Welt tauchen wir in dieser Episode ein. Wir sprechen über Real Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Mikrocontroller und die Frage, was Echtzeit in der Praxis wirklich bedeutet.Mit Roland Lezuo schauen wir hinter die Kulissen moderner Embedded Entwicklung. Es geht um RTOS, Linux mit Echtzeitfähigkeit, Interrupts, harte und weiche Deadlines, PCB Design, Firmware in C, Treiber, Debugging mit Oszilloskop, Tracing auf Hardware-Ebene und die Realität von Testing und Continuous Integration im Embedded Umfeld. Außerdem klären wir, warum ein smartes Fernglas ein ziemlich gutes Beispiel für anspruchsvolle Echtzeitsoftware ist und weshalb Hardwareprojekte oft ganz andere Kompromisse verlangen als Cloud-Software oder klassische Backend Entwicklung.Zum Schluss sprechen wir über Updates und Over the Air-Update-Szenarien, den Cyber Resilience Act und darüber, wie du selbst in Embedded Software einsteigen kannst, ohne gleich ein Labor voller Spezialhardware aufzubauen. Wenn du wissen willst, warum C, Echtzeitbetriebssysteme und Embedded Linux noch lange nicht von gestern sind, dann ist diese Folge genau dein Ding.Bonus: Print-Debugging mit Oszilloskop ist wirklich so wild, wie es klingt.Unsere aktuellen Werbepartner findest du auf https://engineeringkiosk.dev/partnersDas schnelle Feedback zur Episode:
Life has a way of changing without warning. One phone call. One diagnosis. One unexpected conversation. Suddenly, the future you imagined looks very different from the one you're living. How do you keep moving forward when life doesn't go according to plan? More importantly, how do you lead your family when you're walking through uncertainty yourself? In this episode, Connie shares how unexpected interruptions reveal what we truly believe, why our children are watching more than we realize, and how God often does His deepest work in the seasons we would never choose. Drawing on her own journey through late-stage Lyme disease and the truths found in Scripture, she offers encouragement for anyone facing a difficult chapter. If your life has been interrupted by circumstances you didn't choose, this conversation will remind you that while your plans may have changed, God's faithfulness has not. Read the full show notes with links here: When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan: Leading Your Family Through Unexpected Crisis If you enjoy listening to Parenting and Homeschool Advice ~ Equipped To Be with Connie Albers, please leave a review and a five-star rating. It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
Send us Fan MailHave you ever noticed how easy it is to lose a good rhythm? Morning prayer, journaling with your coffee still warm, a walk around the block — and then life happens. A trip, family in town, a deadline that won't move, a health scare that rearranges everything overnight. And before long you're looking at the wreckage of your good intentions wondering, "What happened to me?" In this episode of the Hallway series, Pat shares how the last few weeks pulled her clean out of her own rhythms — and the gentle whisper that stopped her mid-scramble: maybe she never left the track at all. Together we'll walk through three truths for the hallway: • God doesn't leave you because your routine changes — we mistake routine for relationship. • Hallways disrupt old rhythms on purpose — He may not be asking you to recover your old routine, but inviting you to discover a new rhythm. • Grace begins again every morning — the Holy Spirit isn't asking "Why did you stop?" He's asking, "Would you like to walk with Me today?" Write this one down and put it on your mirror: "God is not waiting for you at the end of your routine. He's walking with you in the middle of your interruption." Mentioned in this episode: • A Quiet Quest — Pat's new community on Skool for women walking through the in-between seasons • Pat's new 21-day guided journal for the Hallway season, available on Amazon Next week in the Hallway: How do you know which rhythms God actually wants you to keep? Because not every rhythm deserves to come back with you. Until then, friend — be gentle with yourself. Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
What happens when unexpected company arrives, plans change, and your normal dog-care routine gets turned upside down?This past weekend, I had unexpected family company for three days. But with sanctuary and farm responsibilities taking approximately six hours every day—not to mention finishing my house and preparing for the upcoming Woody's Place renovation—the daily responsibilities did not simply disappear.In this episode of Life With Old Dogs, I share how I temporarily simplify the sanctuary routine while ensuring every resident's essential needs are met.I discuss:• The difference between an older dog's essential needs and an ideal daily routine• The sanctuary responsibilities that remain non-negotiable• Why feeding, fresh water, medications, bathroom access, cleanliness, safety, and comfort always come first• How I adjust walks and activities when life gets busy• Simple ways to include family and visitors in your dog-care routine• Why older dogs do not have to participate in everything we do• Creating safe, comfortable spaces where dogs can relax while we enjoy time away• Letting go of caregiver guilt when routines temporarily change• Why flexibility can help prevent caregiver burnout• The importance of maintaining an identity and a life outside of caregiving• Reconnecting with your dog after a busy few days—even if it involves a car ride and a pup cupCaring deeply for an older dog does not mean every day has to follow a perfect schedule.Sometimes life happens.The routine changes.The walk is shorter.Your dog stays home in the air conditioning while you spend time with family.And that is okay.When their essential needs are met and they are safe, healthy, comfortable, and loved, allowing flexibility is not a failure in caregiving. It is part of creating a sustainable life—for you and for the older dogs who depend on you.Life With Old DogsHelping older dogs live longer, healthier, happier lives—and helping the people who love them enjoy the journey.Support the showLifeWithOldDogs.com https://www.instagram.com/wp_lifewitholddogs/https://www.youtube.com/@lifewitholddogshttps://www.tiktok.com/@lifewitholddogsWoody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuaryhttps://www.wpsgss.orghttps://www.facebook.com/WoodysPlaceSeniorGermanShepherdSanctuaryWe would LOVE it if you could leave a thumbs-up or comment! Please and thank you!You can support our podcast by going to http://www.patreon.com/LifeWithOldDogsEvery little bit helps, and your support is what keeps the #Lifewitholddogs podcast going.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: Steve, a paralyzed miniature Australian shepherd in Denver whose wheelchair was stolen from a porch, received a donated new 2026 model from Walkin' Pets after the plea on Instagram drew over 150,000 views. In the UK, early clinical trials at University College London Hospitals found CAR-T therapy can reset the immune system and put severe lupus into remission, with patient Katie describing dramatic improvement after 30 years of disease. In California, 24-year-old Ishan set a Guinness World Record by solving two Rubik's Cubes during a single skydive, including one in 120 mph free fall, on his first day skydiving. Ohio deputies in Butler County rounded up seven wandering goats, but one mischievous goat escaped into the woods. An orange cat interrupted the Imperial Russian Ballet Company's Romeo and Juliet by strolling onstage and interacting with the dancers.5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplifting news stories to brighten your day. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media networkJohn also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com
Have you ever spent hours replaying a conversation in your head that didn't go well? Maybe you said something you wish you hadn't. Maybe someone made a comment you can't stop thinking about. But the more you think about it, the worse you feel — and you can't seem to stop. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. My guest is Donna Jackson Nakazawa, an award-winning science journalist and author of nine books. Her new book is Mind Drama and she has uncovered some surprising strategies that can help you stop overthinking. Some of the things we discuss are: What's actually happening in your brain when you can't stop replaying something — and what showed up on Donna's own brain scan Why "just think about it a little more" is a lie your brain tells you (and the part of your brain that's terrible at solving problems is the one running the show) Why we're all overthinking more than we used to — and the perfect storm making it worse How a single anxious thought sends a stress signal all the way down to the energy centers of your cells The MIST framework — a step-by-step way to decode the pattern behind whatever you keep replaying The "ballistic interrupter" — a neuroscience-backed trick that stops the spiral by changing one small thing about how you talk to yourself Quick physical moves that signal safety to your brain and break the loop fast The Therapist's Take: My top three strategies for breaking out of an overthinking loop starting today Related Episodes 284 — Overthinking? Here's the 3-Word Fix You Need to Stop the Spiral 258 - 7 Sneaky Mindset Traps Draining Your Mental Strength (And How to Stop Them) Links & Resources Mind Drama Connect with the Show Buy a copy of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Sign Up for My Newsletter — https://amymorinlcsw.com/newsletter Sponsors Helix Sleep —Go to helixsleep.com/STRONGER to get 20% off sitewide AirDoctor — Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! One Skin — Go to oneskin.co/STRONGER and use code stronger to get up to 30% off your first 3 subscription orders Quince — Go to Quince.com/stronger for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Boll & Branch — Get 20% off sitewide at BollAndBranch.com/stronger with code stronger. Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
We've been in the story of the Good Samaritan before. Last year we asked what mercy looks like. This year we're asking something harder: what gets in the way? The priest and Levite weren't monsters. They were busy. They had somewhere to be. And maybe that's the most uncomfortable thing about this parable… most of us understand them. In Luke 10, the hidden villain isn't bad theology. It's urgency. And the Samaritan's greatest act wasn't what he did, it's that he stopped. This week in "Following Jesus in Real Life," we're inviting you to consider that love requires us to be interruptible… and that the interruptions we keep avoiding might be exactly where God is waiting.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.
Jesus doesn't recruit admirers. He interrupts lives.
Michelle Thomas-Bush's sermon for Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. Full sermon manuscripts can be found at myersparkpres.org/manuscripts.
Jason and Mike open the show interrupted by Rob Parker, who threw something in the studio trash and needed to pick it up. The guys talk about it and laugh before going into the Knicks dominant Game 2 win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I love it when the interruptions just show up!
Dave LaGreca & Nattie Neidhart discuss Asuka's "farewell" on Raw, and whether or not we'll see her again. Plus, we talk Backlash, and Jacob Fatu's star-making performance against Roman Reigns. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joe Clifford's sermon for Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. Full sermon manuscripts can be found at myersparkpres.org/manuscripts.
Joe Clifford's sermon for Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. Full sermon manuscripts can be found at myersparkpres.org/manuscripts.
This powerful message takes us into Acts chapter 8, where we encounter the remarkable story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch—a narrative that reminds us God works primarily through ordinary people in their ordinary moments. The central lesson challenges our desire for control and predictability: God interrupts our routines, obedience opens doors, and courage multiplies hope. We see Philip called away from a thriving ministry in Samaria to a barren desert road, which seems counterintuitive until we understand that God's disruptions are actually divine directions. The Ethiopian official represents something profound—that success does not equal significance. Despite his wealth and position, he was spiritually searching, reading Isaiah but unable to understand without guidance. Philip's simple willingness to run toward the chariot, listen, and ask one question—'Do you understand what you're reading?'—became the doorknob that opened the door to salvation. We're reminded that we're not the door to people's faith; Jesus is. We're simply doorknobs, instruments God uses to open possibilities. The urgency in this story is palpable: delayed obedience is disobedience. The challenge before us is identifying our 'one'—that person God has placed in our path who needs us to walk alongside them. This isn't about having all the answers or special training; it's about opening our mouths and letting the Holy Spirit do His work through our availability.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrate Church is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected!Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church
Joe Clifford's sermon for Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. Full sermon manuscripts can be found at myersparkpres.org/manuscripts.
Pastor Robert Tisdale preaches at Tampa Life Church about a “special season of visitation” and God's interruptions, sharing a personal moment of sensing God's presence at home and a past struggle with seeking angelic encounters before choosing to pursue Jesus instead. He celebrates the church's recent growth, citing over 100 baptisms and many filled with the Holy Spirit, and urges the congregation to steward what God is doing rather than spectate. Using Acts 10, he highlights how God prepared both Cornelius and Peter, then poured out the Holy Ghost on Gentiles “while Peter yet spake,” showing God is not confined to human tradition, timing, or process. He teaches that the Spirit falls on surrendered faith, is confirmed audibly (speaking in tongues), confronts bias and control, and calls people to pre-commit to respond when the Spirit moves.00:00 Marked By Presence00:24 Angel In The House01:48 Chasing Angel Sightings05:15 Genesis Reality Check06:38 Visitation And Baptisms07:48 God Interrupts Plans11:09 Cornelius And Peter Setup14:56 Holy Ghost Falls Mid Sermon20:19 God Breaks The Pattern22:19 Who Gets The Spirit23:47 Breaking Shame Barriers24:09 God Bypasses the System25:04 Faith Changes in a Moment26:53 Whosoever Believes28:18 Tongues as Evidence30:08 Why God Makes It Public35:04 Shattering Religious Boxes37:49 Make Room for God41:43 Surrender the Need to Explain44:18 The Veto Window47:40 Pre Commitment Response48:14 Altar Call Breakthrough
In this episode we talk with Dr. Nate Brooks, Associate Professor of Counseling at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of Disrupted Journey: Walking with Your Loved One through Chronic Pain and Illness. Dr. Brooks talks with us about his own personal journey with caring for a loved one through chronic illness, and he offers wise encouragement and exhortation for loved ones and those in the church who seek to care for people with chronic pain and illness. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
In today's episode the boys are wild after an eventful dinner where Ken got tackled out of his chair by a fan after hitting on his freinds wife. We break down the absolute failure of a video at the skatepark, (where Ken also got into a fight), and other Florida shenanigans. A great late night pod, hope you guys enjoy! Use code 50WIDEOPEN to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first order at goodchop.com/podcast Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/zz85607d #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Cash App Green, overdraft coverage, borrow, cash back offers and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code LIFEWIDEOPEN at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/LIFEWIDEOPEN #Bruntpod • Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/wideopen! #squarepod To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenYT Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV You can also check out our main YouTube channel CboysTV: https://www.youtube.com/c/CboysTV
Coaching with RebekahDiscipleship Membership - The WellHave you ever had a moment where everything felt good… and then suddenly, out of nowhere, something shifts?A heaviness. A sense of emptiness. A kind of darkness that is hard to explain. If you haven, you aren't alone. In this episode, we're talking about those moments. Not just as emotional dips, but as something deeper. What if, at times, we are brushing up against the reality of a broken world? What if those experiences are not something to fear or fix immediately, but something to understand?We'll look at how Scripture speaks to this tension, why we often struggle to name it, and what to actually do when those moments hit. This is not an episode about staying positive. It's about learning how to stay anchored in truth when things feel unsettled and even dark. If you've ever wondered, “What is wrong with me?” in moments like this… this episode will help you put language to it and point you back to what is true.
Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodePlease tell me I'm not the only one this has happened to. You make a plan — a good one. And then life shows up, and the plan is gone.Whether it's an injury, grief, travel, or just a random Thursday that derailed everything — life will interrupt your plan. The question isn't whether it will happen. It's what you'll do when it does.In this episode, I'm sharing a concept I call the Alternative Minimum Yes — and yes, the acronym spells AMY. It's the smallest, most doable version of movement or care that keeps you connected to yourself when your original plan isn't possible. Not pushing through. Not white-knuckling it. Just staying in relationship with your body instead of abandoning it — even when the yes looks different than you planned.Main Points Covered:Why consistency is about never fully stopping — not never missingThe difference between alternative and lesserWhy your AMY can be physical, emotional, mental, or spiritualHow to identify your Alternative Minimum Yes before the crisis hitsWhy rest absolutely counts as a yesThe all-or-nothing cycle — and how to break itEpisodes DiscussedChanging Movement: Honest Conversations from Two Fitness Pros with Kerry Ann MaddenTry This Snack for Better HealthStrong and Vibrant at Home - 7 weeks of app-based at-home strength training designed for women in perimenopause and beyond. April special: Live Office Hours every Wednesday at noon Central for program participants (new, current, or returning).Https://www.gracedhealth.com/strongandvibrant My latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly NewsletterBe Strong and Vibrant! Online Strength Training Course for Christian Women in Perimenopause and Beyond30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell
We all make plans for our lives. Careers, relationships, goals, and timelines. But what happens when life doesn't unfold the way we expected? In this episode of How to Win, we talk about what it looks like when God interrupts our plans. Sometimes the very things that feel like setbacks or detours may actually be moments of redirection. If you've ever had your plans change suddenly or felt unsure about the direction your life is taking, this conversation will help you think about those moments with a different perspective.