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The Science of Light, It is the Power of God, He is the God of Light, Faith is the essential ingredient in the operations of The Science of Light. —Martin ShawEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS How to Walk in the Spirit: Scripture, Stories, Testimonies and Helps Generation Z: digital natives have never known a world without Google or social media Jesus in the Spirit: Scriptures AI Jesus: What Happened When "AI Jesus' Entered the Confessional Mount of Transfiguration: Transrelocation, Bi-location Omnipresent, just like our Heavenly Father. Testimony The Petit Trianon Palace, England God walks “slowly” because He is love. If He is not love, He would have gone much faster. Love has its speed. It is an inner speed. It is a spiritual speed. It is a different kind of speed from the technological speed to which we are accustomed. It is “slow” yet it is Lord over all other speeds since it is the speed of love. —Kosuke KoyamaINTERVIEWING JESUS SHOW NOTESConnect with KristenIJP Facebook CommunityInstagram #interviewingjesuspodcast #livingspirituallybrave TwitterLinkedinLinkTreeWebsite KristenWambach.com Thank you for spending this time with me, I am honored. See you next week Kristen Music Credits by Stockaudios from Pixabay We're on this journey together, sharing wisdom through these episodes and videos. If they resonate with you, please like, comment, or subscribe to our channel. Your support helps us create content that speaks to your soul. Thank you for being part of our community. We are, because you are, Living Spiritually BRAVE!
Social media, exams, peer pressure. In this world crammed full of external voices, how do our young people connect with the church and God? During His time in the wilderness, Jesus was also subject to external voices. What can we learn from this, particularly how it relates to our young people and dealing with the pressures they are under?
Luke 4:1-13
In the wilderness, Jesus teaches that true sustenance comes from God's Word, not just physical food. Facing temptation after fasting, He emphasizes the importance of spiritual nourishment over material desires. Engaging with Scripture enriches faith and provides strength against life's challenges, urging us to prioritize our spiritual growth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailyrowe/support
In this conversation, Kaleb Allen and Seth Bumgarner discuss the life and legacy of David Brainerd, a missionary known for his struggles and perseverance in the wilderness of life. They explore themes of friendship, the importance of acknowledging one's struggles, and the selflessness that can emerge from difficult seasons. The discussion emphasizes that a life dedicated to serving Jesus, even amidst trials, can lead to a profound legacy that inspires others.
We return to our series exploring what God might be wanting us to discover in our time of transition. This week, we look at what we can learn from Jesus' experience in the wilderness
In this episode, Kaleb explores the theme of navigating the wilderness in life, drawing on historical examples like Dietrich Bonhoeffer to illustrate the struggle with identity and purpose during challenging times. He emphasizes the importance of turning aside to God, approaching Him with reverence, and focusing on who God is rather than solely on personal identity. Practical steps for engaging with God in wilderness seasons are also discussed, encouraging listeners to seek solitude, adoration, and a deeper understanding of God's character.
In this episode, Kaleb Allen dives deep into the story of Elijah's wilderness experience and how it relates to the spiritual highs and lows we all face. Using 1 Kings 19 as a foundation, Kaleb reflects on Elijah's journey from calling down fire on Mount Carmel to feeling utterly defeated and lying under a broom tree, asking God to take his life. Kaleb unpacks the lessons we can learn from Elijah about not taking ourselves too seriously, the importance of caring for our physical bodies, receiving God's love, listening for His voice in the quiet, and allowing God to renew our purpose. This episode is for anyone feeling worn out, frustrated, or spiritually dry. Through Elijah's story, Kaleb offers practical wisdom and biblical encouragement to keep pressing on even in the wilderness moments of our lives. Whether you're battling fatigue, discouragement, or the temptation to give up, this episode will help you find Jesus in the wilderness of your soul and remind you that God's plans for you are not finished yet. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Part 4 of the 6-week series: Kaleb reflects on "pastor's fatigue" and the emotional crash after a Sunday of preaching. 01:50 – How adrenaline-filled Sundays often lead to discouraged Mondays and how relatable Elijah's story is in this context. 02:24 – 1 Kings 19:4: Elijah prays to God asking to take his life. How Elijah's despair speaks to the wilderness moments we face in life. 04:49 – Point 1: Don't take yourself too seriously. Elijah's dramatic prayer and the importance of laughing at ourselves in difficult moments. 07:11 – God's response to Elijah: He sends an angel to feed Elijah instead of rebuking him. The kindness and grace of God in our weakest moments. 09:32 – Point 2: Taking care of your physical body is essential. Addressing the spiritual and physiological connections in wilderness seasons. 11:55 – Point 3: Let God love you. The importance of receiving God's love even when we feel we've failed or are frustrated with ourselves. 14:16 – Elijah's search for God in the dramatic (earthquake, fire, wind) and realizing that God often speaks in the gentle whisper. 16:42 – Personal reflection: Kaleb shares a story about fatherlessness and the temptation dads face to give up when feeling unappreciated. 18:25 – Practical steps: Laugh at yourself, care for your body, let God love you, listen for God's whisper, and allow Him to renew your vision. 20:49 – Reflection on immaturity: God lavishes His love on us even in our immaturity. How we can receive His grace no matter where we are in life. 23:12 – Final encouragement: Elijah's highs and lows illustrate God's mercy. Even when Elijah wanted to give up, God still had a plan for him. 23:55 – Closing thoughts: Press on, even when you're in the wilderness, and lean into God's plans and love. Connect with Us: Instagram: @dad.tired Website: DadTired.com Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!
In this episode of Kaleb's Corner, a segment of the Dad Tired podcast, Kaleb Allen hosts part three of the six-week series titled Finding Jesus in the Wilderness of Your Soul. In this episode, Kaleb dives into the theme of how Jesus' wilderness experience offers a roadmap for navigating the trials and challenges we face today. As Christian dads, learning to lead ourselves and our families well through tough seasons is essential, and Kaleb offers insights, encouragement, and practical steps to do just that. Episode Highlights: Wilderness: The Crossroads of Growth or StagnationKaleb kicks off by explaining how wilderness seasons can either shape us into stronger followers of Christ or leave us crippled by fear and frustration. He shares personal reflections on how wilderness moments challenge our faith and force us to choose between pressing forward or retreating in discouragement.Time Stamp: 00:14 - 02:40 Engaging God in the Midst of Spiritual FogKaleb encourages listeners not to "check out" during difficult times but to press deeper into God. He discusses the importance of wrestling with our emotions, praying, journaling, and talking to trusted friends, using these wilderness seasons as opportunities for spiritual growth and soul-searching.Time Stamp: 02:40 - 05:02 Jesus in the Wilderness: An Example of EnduranceKaleb unpacks Jesus' experience of being led by the Spirit into the wilderness, showing how He modeled endurance through prayer, fasting, and resisting temptation. Jesus' journey reminds us that even when we feel spiritually dry, God's purpose is at work in us.Time Stamp: 05:02 - 07:27 Three Temptations: Relevance, Spectacle, and PowerKaleb walks listeners through the three temptations Jesus faced in the wilderness, drawing on insights from theologians like Augustine and Henry Nowen: Relevance: The temptation to turn stones into bread, fulfilling immediate needs but missing the deeper spiritual purpose. Spectacle: The temptation to throw Himself from the temple and be admired for a grand display of power. Power: The temptation to bow down and gain authority over all the kingdoms of the world.Time Stamp: 07:27 - 16:57 Resisting the Temptation of RelevanceKaleb explores how the temptation to prove our worth to others can creep in during wilderness seasons. He offers practical advice on resisting the need to be "relevant" in the eyes of the world and instead finding our value in God's love and truth.Time Stamp: 16:57 - 19:18 Choosing to Be Faithful Instead of SpectacularKaleb emphasizes that true success in the wilderness isn't found in being extraordinary but in being faithful. He challenges listeners to reject the cultural pressure to "prove" themselves through grand gestures and instead focus on daily faithfulness to God's calling.Time Stamp: 19:18 - 24:02 Embracing Humility: The Temptation to PowerKaleb addresses the temptation to seek control or power as a way to validate ourselves. He explains that true fulfillment comes not from climbing the ladder of success but from walking in humility and surrender to God's will.Time Stamp: 24:02 - 28:49 The Wilderness as a Place of GrowthKaleb concludes by reframing the wilderness as a place of training, where God shapes our character and strengthens our faith. He encourages dads to embrace these challenging seasons as opportunities to become more like Jesus and lead their families well through faith and perseverance.Time Stamp: 28:49 - 31:10 Connect with Kaleb Allen: Website: Dad Tired Instagram: @t.kaleb.allen Podcast: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. Resources Mentioned: The Armor of God (Ephesians 6) The Life of Jesus in the Wilderness (Matthew 4) Writings by Henry Nowen and Augustine In this powerful solo episode, Kaleb Allen challenges dads to embrace the wilderness seasons of life as opportunities for growth, perseverance, and deepening their relationship with Christ.
In this powerful sermon from the series "A God of Great Reversals - Sermons from the Gospel of Luke," Pastor James D. Gailliard explores Luke 4:1-14, where Jesus is tested in the wilderness. Titled "Principles to Overcome Temptation," this message provides practical, biblical insights on resisting temptation and remaining grounded in faith. Pastor Gailliard reminds us that overcoming life's challenges requires spiritual discipline, reliance on God's Word, and knowing how to stand firm when the enemy attacks.
Awaken's Youth Director Trevor speaks for the first time on a Sunday morning and invites the congregation into the story of Jesus journeying through the wilderness. How does the human Jesus experience these tests and what example does it set for how we might find encouragement and grace in the midst of our own struggles?
In this episode, Kaleb continues his journey through the spiritual wilderness, exploring how we can encounter Jesus in the dry, desolate seasons of life. Drawing from personal experiences and biblical wisdom, Kaleb shares practical insights on recognizing God's presence when it feels like He's distant. He helps listeners navigate feelings of isolation, confusion, and spiritual drought, offering encouragement and hope for those in the wilderness of their souls. This is part two of the six-week series, and Kaleb delves deeper into themes of surrender, trust, and finding peace amidst life's chaos. If you've ever felt like you're wandering without direction or struggling to hear God's voice, this episode is for you. Reflection Questions: When was the last time you felt like you were in a spiritual wilderness? How did it affect your relationship with God? What specific areas of your life are you finding it difficult to trust God in right now? How do you typically respond when God feels distant or silent? What might change if you leaned into that silence instead of running from it? How can you intentionally seek Jesus in the quiet moments of your day, even when it feels like He's far away? Think about a time when God met you in an unexpected way. How can that experience shape how you approach current struggles? Listener Questions:Kaleb loves hearing from the Dad Tired community! Feel free to email any thoughts, questions, or reflections to Kaleb at kaleb@dadtired.com.
In this episode Pastor Kaleb Allen explores the theme of spiritual wilderness, discussing the internal struggles many face despite external appearances of success. He draws on the teachings of St. John of the Cross, particularly the concepts of active and passive nights, to illustrate the journey of faith and the importance of detachment from worldly comforts. Kaleb emphasizes the necessity of relying on God during these challenging times and encourages listeners to trust in God's presence and work in their lives, even when they feel abandoned or dry. Key Scripture References: Matthew 4:1-11 - Jesus' wilderness experience and temptation. John 4:10 - Jesus offers living water to the Samaritan woman. Philippians 3:8 - Paul's perspective on valuing Christ above all things. Isaiah 64:8 - The image of God as the potter and us as clay. Discussion& Reflection Questions: Reflect on a wilderness season in your life. How did God work in you during that time, and what was the outcome when you came out of it? Active vs. Passive Nights: Kaleb talks about active nights (where we initiate spiritual disciplines) and passive nights (where God takes the lead). Can you identify a season in your life that felt like each type? How did each contribute to your growth? Detachment: Are there things in your life that you've found yourself overly attached to for comfort or fulfillment? How might God be calling you to detach from these and rely on Him more fully? Trusting in God's Presence: When you're in a season where God feels distant, what practical steps can you take to keep trusting in His presence? How can this group help you in such times? Perseverance: What does perseverance look like for you when you're in the wilderness? What practices or habits help you hold on to God during these tough seasons?
Mark 1:9-139 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. 11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”12 At once the Spirit sent him out into the wilderness, 13 and he was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and angels attended him.
Matthew 4:1-11 In this week's sermon, we continue our temptation series by looking at the specific ways that Satan will try to tempt us to go against God's plan for our lives. Tyler Dunn // Associate Pastor of The Journey
Matthew 4:1-11; 1 Peter 5:8 In this message, we kick off a new series focused on temptation and look at when Satan is most likely to attack us.
Matthew 4:1-11; 1 Peter 5:8 Pastor David Wilson // Senior Pastor
Series: FIELD GUIDE TO THE BIBLE - FINDING JESUS IN THE WILDERNESS Passage: Exodus 12, Luke 22 March 24, 2024 www.clearcreekcoc.org
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In a new series for Lent this year, pastors Erica, Sarah, and Steve are going to be looking at some of the major ways the community of Jesus' followers, the church, may be tempted away from the path and way of Jesus. We'll be exploring things like the temptation for the church to wield governmental or political power, the temptation to sell out to what is trendy, and the temptation to make ourselves the saviors of the world rather than Jesus. But to start the conversation, the three pastors will do a little more in-depth exploration of the stories of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness from the Gospels, particularly in Matthew and Luke. Do these surreal stories about meeting the devil in the wilderness, turning stones into bread, or jumping from the height of the temple mean something for us in our daily, down-to-earth lives? And if so, what do they say? Join us this Lent to look at where we might be lured away from the path of Jesus, and how we respond to those temptations, here on Crazy Faith Talk!
Mark 1:9-13; 1 Peter 3:18-22; Genesis 9:8-17
We have kicked off the annual Red Letter Challenge and you are invited to join us! Each year, as he did this year during chapel on January 24th, Geoff challenges the elementary students to read one chapter of the four gospels each day over the span of four months. In so doing, the school community moves corporately through Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, come to see and understand Jesus, together, in fresh ways.Today, G and Geoff are joined by Mark and Kim Reiswig, a married couple that are both deeply invested in teaching ministry at Northwest Christian School. After years on the mission field and in the pastorate, Mark teaches 8th grade Bible. Kim previously taught Spanish is a public school setting but now teaches within the Northwest Christian elementary Spanish program.Together, they move through Luke 4, the Red Letter Challenge's reading for today. Join them as the move through the temptations of Jesus in the wilderness and Jesus' rejection in Nazareth.To download your own copy of the Spring 2024 edition of the Red Letter Challenge, please follow this link.To learn more about the Red Letter Challenge and the extrinsic incentives the school is using to remind the students of the virtues of an intrinsic desire for daily time in God's word, please click here."Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created through Frameworks, a Biblical worldview initiative of Northwest Christian School.For more information on Frameworks, please visit: https://frameworks.ncsaz.org/For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit: https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone: (623)225-5573.
Luke 4:1-13 - What does it mean for Jesus to have been tempted? Why was it so important to his ministry and what does it matter to our faith? For more information, visit foundationfxbg.com
Thursday's episode of Biblically Centered Kids—the mini podcast from Biblically Centered. Join Mr. Jonny and Miss Danika for a New Testament Bible story that co-insides with that week's virtue! If you like this episode, subscribe to Biblically Centered Kids so you can listen to the rest of the week's episodes.If you want to share your stories from practicing this week's virtue, or contribute a joke for those episodes, email danika@biblicallycentered.com.Did you know you can listen to the Biblically Centered Kids podcast for Biblical Family Virtue, Old Testament and New Testament stories, games, activities, facts, jokes, and more each day? Access all of our episodes by subscribing to Biblically Centered Kids. You'll find a whole world of Biblical Family Virtue all at a level your youngest listener can understand!Follow us at @biblicallycentered on Instagram and Facebook!Want to learn more about your hosts of Biblically Centered Kids, Jonny & Danika Jordan? Check out our parent's podcast: Biblically Centered.
Series: 2024: We Wish To See JesusService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Josh McKibben
Recorded by Malika Booker for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on January 5, 2024. www.poets.org
10/29/2023 Sunday Evening
Evangelist Grant Hardeman - A sermon preached Wednesday Evening, on October 11, 2023.
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God leads Jesus into the wilderness for 40 days. Though most of us are not journeying through a literal landscape of wilderness, we will all have spiritual seasons of being in the wilderness. As hard as those seasons can be, Pastor Holly shares three truths that we can hold on to while we're in the midst of them.
Part of The Life of Christ series. Sermon by Pastor Dave Scherrer
You just had an amazing relaxing trip, but as you head back home that vicious thought creeps back in: "You're going back to life just as bad as it once was." "You will never be able to live this calm in your personal life." "Don't forget to get the groceries, do the laundry, and file your taxes before work on Monday." The list goes on and on. And those intrusive thoughts can tear you down SO fast. But what does the Lord say about these thoughts? How can we guard ourselves for the post vacation blues? In this episode we will take a closer at some Bible verses to see what the Lord has to say on this topic. If you liked this episode, I highly encourage you to check out episode 110: How To Boost Your Confidence To Travel Solo or episode 45: Jesus In The Wilderness. To connect with our online community, and access our worship around the world directory, please visit: www.ChristianTravelers.net. Thank you for your ongoing prayers, hitting the subscribe button, and sharing this with a friend. Until next time - safe travels and God Bless.
"Encountering Jesus in the Wilderness." A sermon preached by The Rev. Scott Buckhout on February 26th, 2023. ESV SCRIPTURE REFERENCE. Head over to restorationarlington.org to learn more about Restoration Anglican Church. We're a church in Arlington that connects people to God, to others, and to the needs of the world. We'd love for you to join us online or in-person soon.
Charlie Ray // Matthew 4:1-11 // 02.26.2023
January 10, 2023 MACK TOMLINSON, author, conference speaker & pastor at Providence Chapel, Denton, TX, who will address: PART 2 of: "The TESTING & TEMPTATION of JESUS CHRIST in the WILDERNESS" *AND* announcing the 2023 Fellowship Conference New York in Merrick, Long Island! Subscribe: iTunes TuneIn Android RSS Feed Listen:
January 9, 2023 MACK TOMLINSON, author, conference speaker & pastor at Providence Chapel, Denton, TX, who will address: PART 1 of: "The TESTING & TEMPTATION of JESUS CHRIST in the WILDERNESS" *AND* announcing the 2023 Fellowship Conference New York in Merrick, Long Island! Subscribe: iTunes TuneIn Android RSS Feed Listen:
338 In this episode, I teach about how faith was used in the covenant God made Abraham in Genesis 12:1-3.Now the Lord had said to Abram: Get out of your country, from your family and from your father's house, to a land that I will show you.I will make you a great nation; I will bless you and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing.I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you; and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.We also look at how David used the covenant to fight Goliath. Finally, we look at how Jesus fought satan in the wilderness.