Podcasts about Jim Elliot

Jim Elliot once wrote, “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”“Generous” might not be the first word that comes to mind when you think about pro athletes, but Kirk Cousins is rewriting that playbook. The three-time Pro Bowl quarterback in the NFL is using his platform—and resources—for eternal impact. Today, we'll hear how his faith shapes everything from football to finances.Kirk Cousins is the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons and a veteran leader in the National Football League (NFL). He previously spent six seasons with the Washington Commanders and six with the Minnesota Vikings. A four-time Pro Bowler and outspoken man of faith, he is also the cofounder of the Julie & Kirk Cousins Foundation, which supports families and youth through faith-based initiatives.A Legacy of Generosity: Lessons from His ParentsGrowing up as a pastor's kid, Cousins remembers how his parents modeled generosity long before he had a bank account of his own.“My mom had the gift of hospitality,” he says. “Even when I didn't think I needed money, she'd hand me two twenties before I went out with friends. There was just this open-handedness.”While his dad managed the family finances with intentionality, it was his mother's willingness to give freely that left the deepest mark. “It was caught, not just taught,” Cousins reflects, emphasizing how their example shaped his understanding of stewardship early on.From Minimum Wage to Signing Bonuses: A Crash Course in StewardshipWhen Cousins was drafted into the NFL, his first check—a six-figure signing bonus—was a wake-up call.“As a college kid who had never earned more than minimum wage, I didn't know what to do,” he recalls. “I called my dad, and he said, ‘I don't know either!'”That moment marked the beginning of a stewardship journey—one that included learning to give, save, and live below his means in a world of excess. It wasn't easy, especially when surrounded by peers embracing a more lavish lifestyle. But Cousins understood that as an athlete, his income had a shorter runway.“You're approaching a cliff,” he says. “So it's scary to give when your career has an end date. But that's where faith comes in—trusting that God will provide beyond your own earning power.”It would be easy, Cousins admits, to treat financial obedience like a checklist—give, save, repeat. But biblical stewardship isn't about rules; it's about surrender.“I've done that—just checked the boxes. But that's not the abundant life Jesus promises. It's not religion, it's relationship.”He points to Jesus' parable of the treasure in the field (Matt. 13:44): “Once you see Jesus as the treasure, everything else becomes a logical response. Of course you'd sell everything to have Him. Stewardship flows from seeing Him clearly.”When Faith Feels Risky: Giving on a Diminishing TimelineThe tension for Cousins lies in balancing the enjoyment of God's provision with wisdom about the future.“I actually enjoy those moments that require more faith. When I give, and I don't know what's next, it puts the pressure back on God—where it belongs.”But he's quick to acknowledge the gray areas. “What's wise versus what's excessive? There's no formula. You have to walk with God and ask for His guidance daily.”One of the most valuable pieces of advice Kirk received early in his career came from a generous mentor: “Always give in unity with your wife.”That advice stuck.“When Julie isn't comfortable, I pause and pray. Her perspective might be the Holy Spirit speaking. Giving together strengthens our marriage and our stewardship.”Cousins sees their giving not only as a financial decision, but as a spiritual discipline of unity and trust.Planning for the Future: Wisdom Before WealthAs parents to young boys, Kirk and Julie have also had to consider how best to plan their estate. They've established a family office to prepare for the future—but with a strong desire to pass on wisdom before wealth.“We want to get to the end of our lives and say: the wisest hands to put this in are our kids'. But we also want to be realistic. If it wouldn't be wise to pass along wealth, we want our plan to reflect that.”Much of their estate will also go to their foundation, which they hope will be spent down soon after their passing. “We don't want it to live on in perpetuity with intentions we never had. We want to make an impact now.”So, where is Kirk Cousins most excited to give right now? The answer goes back to his roots.“I went to a Christian high school—Holland Christian—and it profoundly impacted my life. I want to make it more affordable for other families, support teachers, and strengthen Christian education.”It's a full-circle moment: a public school kid transformed by Christian community, now investing in the same kind of life-shaping environments for others.Final Whistle: A Life Well StewardedKirk Cousins is more than an NFL quarterback. He's a husband, father, and faithful steward who is using his influence to glorify God—not just in the end zone, but in the quiet decisions of budgeting, giving, and planning for the future.His story reminds us: Stewardship is not about how much we have—it's about how faithfully we respond to the One who gave it all.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I own my home outright and keep hearing about home title protection services. How real is the risk of title fraud, and should I be concerned?I have rental properties in Arkansas, but my kids in California don't want them. I'm worried that when I pass, they'll sell them quickly for way less than they're worth. Should I go ahead and sell them now and put the money in a trust for my grandkids' education—or is there a better option?”Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)The Julie & Kirk Cousins FoundationWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. 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Title: OUR FOCUS FOR THE 36TH YEAR | திருச்சபையின் 36வது ஆண்டிற்கான கவனம்Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotDate: 5th August, 2025Location: Agape Cathedral, Bengaluru

“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me…”With these words, Jesus doesn't just command us, He empowers us.In today's word Eric, explores Matthew 28:16-20 through five powerful points:The PronouncementThe MissionThe Symbolic ActThe InstructionThe PromiseWe reflect on what it means to live with gospel intentionality in a world where faith is often under fire. From global persecution stats to personal challenges, the call remains the same: Go and make disciples.Also featuring quotes from Jim Elliot and Tertullian, this episode will reignite your sense of purpose and remind you that you're never alone in this mission.

Title: GET RID OF THESE THREE THINGS BEFORE THE 36TH YEAR | 36வது வருடத்திற்கு முன் இந்த மூன்று காரியங்களை விட்டுவிடுவோம்Preached by: Rev. Dr. Jim ElliotLocation: Agape Bible ChurchOccasion: Tuesday Bible Study - In preparation for the 35th Church AnniversaryAs Agape Bible Church prepares to step into its 36th year, Rev. Dr. Jim Elliot delivers a powerful, Spirit-filled, and convicting message rooted in deep biblical truth and practical life application.In this timely sermon, you will learn:1. The three spiritual weights that hinder personal and church growth2. How to walk in renewed holiness, unity, and integrity3. Real-life stories and Pentecostal lessons that stir your heart toward repentance and revival4. A passionate call to cleanse ourselves as individuals and as a church before stepping into a new season of God's purposeDon't miss this message that is sure to bless, challenge, and prepare you for a fresh move of God in your life and in the church!Watch, be encouraged, and share this with someone who is preparing for a new spiritual chapter.#churchanniversary #JimElliot #AgapeBibleChurch #Revival #ReformedPentecostal #TamilSermon #SpiritualPreparation #Repentance #Faithfulness #Holiness #ChristianLiving #GetRidOfTheseThreeThings #ChurchGrowth

Title: Called to Serve – The Heartbeat of a Mature Church | சேவை செய்ய ஒரு அழைப்பு - முதிர்ந்த திருச்சபையின் இதயத்துடிப்புDate: 22nd July, 2025Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotEvent: Tuesday Tamil Bible StudyIn this study, Dr. Elliot draws out key spiritual principles from the life of Joseph that led to his divine elevation, and applies them to the essential Christ-like qualities needed in the Church today for God to fulfil His purposes through His people—especially as Agape Bible Church prepares to celebrate its 35th anniversary of God's faithfulness.

TITLE: HOPE IN THE VALLEY, STRENGTH IN THE STORM | பள்ளத்தாக்கில் நம்பிக்கை, புயலில் வலிமை DATE: 15th July, 2025EVENT: Tamil Bible StudySPEAKER: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotIn this teaching session, Pastor Elliot exhorts the Church to prepare itself as the Bride of Christ, discerning the signs of the times through the lens of God's prophetic Word—especially as revealed in Ezekiel 38—showing how recent world events align with what the Spirit foretold centuries ago.

TITLE: What God Desires to See in Action from His Church | தேவன் தனது திருச்சபையிலிருந்து செயலில் காண விரும்பும் காரியங்கள் DATE: 8th July, 2025EVENT: Tuesday Tamil Bible StudySPEAKER: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotLOCATION: Agape Cathedral, Bangalore

Title: A MINDSET OF HUMILITY AND SERVICE IN THE CHURCH | திருச்சபையில் பணிவு மற்றும் சேவையின் மனநிலைDate: 25th March, 2025Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotEvent: Tamil Bible StudyLocation: Agape Bible Church

Title: Stand United Behind God's Leader and Vision | உங்கள் மேய்ப்பனுக்கும் சபையின் தரிசனத்திற்குப்பின்னும் உண்மையுள்ளவர்களாய் இருங்கள்Date: 24th June, Tuesday, 2025Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotLocation: Agape Cathedral, Bangalore

Title: BECOME THE CHURCH GOD DESIRES | தேவன் விரும்பும் சபையாக மாறுங்கள்Date: 1st July, 2025Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotEvent: Tuesday Bible Study

Dr. Jennifer Wiseman gives expression to our cosmos, as a pioneering astrophysicist, an outspoken advocate for science within policy and the public, as well as a person of faith. Her's are sensibilities of a scientist, a theologian, and a human being in awe of the universe, recognizing that these parts of ourselves need not be in opposition but rather in beautiful and enriching conversation. Origins Podcast WebsiteFlourishing Commons NewsletterShow Notes:Discovery of comet 114P/Wiseman-Skiff (14:30)Maria Mitchell (14:30)Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at MIT (15:40)Jim Elliot (16:00)Needfulness (23:30)the 'lone genius' myth of science (26:00)the Science of Science (29:40)the society of science (30:00)"How Prayer Works" by Kaveh Akbar (30:15)'coworkers in the kingdom of culture' W.E.B. Du Bois (35:00)The Hubble Space Telescope (37:00)Ultra-deep field image (37:00)William James and numinous experiences (37:15)discovery of exoplanets (43:00)"My God, It's Full of Stars" by Tracy K Smith (43:30)what does it mean to flourish? (52:30)lightning round (58:30):Book: A Grief Observedby C.S. Lewis & Life, the Universe and Everythingby Douglas AdamPassion: nature and serendipity Heart sing: the bigger picture, being part of a bigger storya sense of awe and wonder and a sense of hopeJane Hirshfield on OriginsScrewed up: worrying about different things in different stages of lifeI am a Strange Loop by Douglas Hofstadter (01:07:00)Find Jennifer online:At NASAWikipediaLogo artwork by Cristina GonzalezMusic by swelo on all streaming platforms or @swelomusic on social media

In this compelling kickoff to a new sermon series on Second Timothy, Pastor Karl dives into the heartfelt final letter of the Apostle Paul, written from a Roman dungeon as he faced imminent execution. Set against the backdrop of Nero's brutal persecution of Christians, Paul's words to Timothy—a young pastor and his beloved mentee—carry profound urgency and clarity. Pastor Karl unpacks the historical context of Paul's imprisonment and the demonic wave of persecution under Nero, emphasizing Paul's unwavering focus on the promise of life in Christ Jesus, even in the face of death.The central message of this episode revolves around Paul's charge to Timothy to "fan into flame" the gift of God within him. Pastor Karl challenges listeners to reflect on their own spiritual fire: has it dwindled to embers, or is it burning brightly? He stresses that God ignites the fire of faith, but it's our responsibility to fuel it through daily habits like Scripture reading, worship, and service. With vivid illustrations and practical wisdom, Pastor Karl warns against letting fear or neglect extinguish our faith, urging us to live boldly and offensively for Christ, embracing the power, love, and sound mind God provides.This episode is a stirring call to action for believers to stoke their spiritual gifts, reject fear, and let their lives burn brightly for God's kingdom. Perfect for anyone seeking renewed passion and purpose in their faith journey. Join Pastor Karl as he sets the stage for an inspiring exploration of Second Timothy.Watch all our sermons on our YouTube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

NOTE: The first minute of this sermon is missing. Pastor Clint begins by telling the story of Jim Elliot and four other missionaries who gave their lives so the Huaorani people would hear the gospel. In this sermon, Pastor Clint opens up Luke 6:24–36. Jesus warns the rich and comfortable that their earthly rewards are fleeting, while calling his followers to love their enemies, do good, and give generously without expecting anything in return. He teaches that true righteousness goes beyond loving those who love you—it reflects God's mercy. Just as God is kind to the ungrateful and evil, so his children are called to be merciful, embodying his character in a broken world.

Topic: Led By The Spirit Of Truth | சத்திய ஆவியால் வழிநடத்தப்படுதல்Date: 17th June, 2025Event: Tuesday Bible StudySpeaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben Elliot

Title: Prayer Realigns Us With God's Will | ஜெபம் நம்மை தேவ சித்தத்துடன் இணைக்கிறதுPreacher: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben ElliotDate: 15th June 2025Event: Sunday Second Service

In this episode, Brad shares powerful stories of obedience and faith, drawing parallels between Noah's unwavering trust in God and Jim Elliot's missionary journey. He emphasizes the importance of acting on God's instructions, even when clarity is lacking, and encourages listeners to prepare for challenges during dry seasons to ensure they can weather future storms.Follow the show here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/workadviceforme/⁠Leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify.This show is brought to you by The Hopecast Networkhttps://www.instagram.com/hopecastnetwork/

Topic: UNITY, INTEGRITY, AND THE FEAR OF GOD: A CALL TO BE BUILDERS, NOT BREAKERS, IN THE CHURCH | ஒற்றுமை, உத்தமம் மற்றும் தேவா பயம் Date: 10th June, 2025Event: Tuesday Bible StudySpeaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben Elliot

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 9th of June, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Gospel of Luke 8:2:“Mary called Magdalene, out of whom had come seven demons,…” Then we go on a bit further to Luke 19:8: “Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” Wow! Now that is genuine repentance, that is genuine appreciation for what God has done for a person who is a sinner. Mary Magdalene, Mary of Magdala - I have been to Magdala, it is a little village on the shores of Lake Galilee in Israel - now Mary has been delivered from seven demons and yet, once forgiven, and healed and delivered, she became one of Jesus' most faithful followers. I always say, if you get to Heaven before me, have a look and see who the most beautiful woman is in Heaven. I know many of us will say Mary, the mother of Jesus, but I beg to differ. I believe it will be Mary Magdalene, and I believe (I am getting emotional) she will be sitting at the feet of the Messiah, because she was forgiven much. Jesus didn't patch her up; He made her into a brand-new, beautiful handmaiden. You know, after that time, she never left the Lord once. She was the first one down at the tomb in the morning after the Lord had been crucified and had been put in Joseph of Arimathea's tomb. She was the first one, not Peter, not the disciples, it was the woman who had been forgiven much, and that's what I love about her. Jim Elliot, a missionary who went to the Amazon said, “It is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” What is that? It is your life. John Newton, forgiven much, a slave ship captain - can you think of anything worse? He wrote probably the most famous hymn of all time:Amazing grace, how sweet the sound In a believer's ear,I once was lost, but now am found;I was blind, but now I see.What about Peter, the big fisherman? He said, “Lord, I will die for you,” and yet when the test came before the cock crowed, he denied his beloved Saviour three times, but God forgave him, restored him and eventually he was crucified, by his own request, upside-down, for the love of Christ. Today, love the One who has forgiven you much.Jesus bless you and goodbye.

Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember one of the children of the famed “Operation Auca” that took the lives of Jim Elliot and others. 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: Preorder Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419152-sinner-saint The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781962654708-the-impossible-prize Ditching the Checklist by Mark Mattes: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781962654791-ditching-the-checklist Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1962654753?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_FCNEEK60MVNVPCEGKBD8_5&starsLeft=1  More from the hosts: Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (outerrimterritories.com).

Title: INTEGRITY UNDER PRESSURE | அழுத்தத்தின் கீழ் உத்தமம் Date: 3rd June, 2025Event: Tamil Bible StudyLocation: Agape Cathedral, BengaluruSpeaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben Elliot

Title: Moving from Doubt to Declaration | சந்தேகத்திலிருந்து விசுவாச அறிக்கைக்குள் நகர்தல்Date: 27th May, 2025Event: Tuesday Tamil Bible StudySpeaker: Rev. Dr. Jim Reuben Elliot

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Over the past few days I started to notice a kind of growing hunger that was rising up deep within me. Each day I noticed that my heart, not my mind, wanted something more from the Lord. Along with that hunger I noticed God's love was flooding in like rushing mighty waters. I wrestled in prayer in the night and throughout the day. All I could feel was my heart beating with His love. Nothing mattered to me about this world, or what was happening in it. There was something more than all of this.This morning the sun broke through the clouds and I poured out my soul to the Lord asking Him for more of Himself. There were many other words, but it was that hunger He caused me to have that brought that kind of prayer out of me.If you are feeling a kind of hunger that separates you from the things of this world and you feel there is more, much more, it is because there is. God is suffering you to hunger because there are things you are ready for that He wants to give you, and use you for. Answer the call, and when you do you will never ever regret it, not even for one minute. “I seek not a long life, but a full one, like you Lord Jesus.”― Jim Elliot

Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews is a show dedicated to glorifying God and helping listeners discover their true calling through the lens of Scripture. In this episode, Russ explores Romans 12:1-2, highlighting what it means to present our lives as living sacrifices to God. He also shares the inspiring story of missionary Jim Elliot and his unwavering commitment to Christ. The heart of the message: break away from worldly patterns and experience true transformation through the renewing of your mind.

En 1956, el misionero Jim Elliot fue asesinado junto a sus compañeros mientras intentaban evangelizar a la tribu huaorani en Ecuador. Su muerte, aunque trágica, inspiró a miles a seguir el llamado misionero. Años después, la misma tribu fue alcanzada por el Evangelio gracias a la valentía de sus esposas. Jim había escrito: “No es tonto el que da lo que no puede conservar para ganar lo que no puede perder”. Así también, nuestras vidas cobran sentido eterno cuando se rinden por completo a Dios. Por lo tanto, lo que parece pérdida, Dios lo convierte en semilla para una cosecha eterna. Tal vez hoy Dios te llama a algo que parece riesgoso o radical. De modo que, confía en que nada que entregues a Él es en vano. Su propósito siempre va más allá de lo visible. La Biblia dice en Juan 12:24: “De cierto, de cierto os digo, que si el grano de trigo no cae en la tierra y muere, queda solo; pero si muere, lleva mucho fruto” (RV1960).

Join Mrs. Tiffany as she talks about living boldly for Christ through the life of Jim Elliot.  

In a world filled with subscriptions and temporary commitments, are we simply adding Jesus to our lives like another subscription, or are we fully surrendering to His call? Discover the profound difference between treating Jesus as an optional addition and surrendering your life to Him.This sermon challenges the often comfortable perception of Christianity. It's not just about enhancing your life but experiencing a life transformed by Christ's call to genuine discipleship. We explore the misconception that faith is something to be tacked onto our busy lives like another subscription, rather than allowing it to revolutionize everything. Key insights include:1. **Denying Yourself**: A follower of Jesus chooses to deny themselves by surrendering their entire life to God. True discipleship involves making Jesus the focal point of your existence.2. **Taking Up Your Cross**: This involves willingly accepting suffering for God's plan and dying to personal desires. It's about daily choices to follow Jesus, regardless of the hardships.3. **Following Jesus' Example**: Embrace His teachings, His life, and His purpose. Success is redefined not by worldly standards but by a life devoted to Christ. As Jesus taught, what good is it for someone to gain the whole world yet forfeit their soul?4. **Understanding Jesus' Identity**: The disciples' journey from confusion to clarity highlights the importance of understanding who Jesus truly is and what it means to make Him King.Join us as we dive deeper into biblical truths, encouraging each believer to embark on a vibrant adventure of faith, with Jesus at the center. Remember, it's not about what Jesus can do for us, but how we can serve Him with all our hearts.Stay connected with us at 2Rivers, where our mission is to help you become a passionate follower of Jesus. Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to stay updated with our content ⏩. LIKE ✔️, SHARE

Luke 12:1-12 begins with Jesus giving a warning to Hisdisciples to, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy”.Jesus said, “Beware of hypocrisy”! Then He teaches us how to overcomethe temptation of hypocrisy and compromising our Christian faith. Hypocrisy isa terrible sin that destroys our responsibility and opportunities to be a faithfulwitness for the Lord Jesus to the lost world around us. We should take thiswarning of our Lord to heart every day! Today in Luke 12:13-21, the Lord is giving us anotherwarning! Here Jesus says, “Take heed and beware of covetousness!” Atthis point, Jesus is approached by a man in the crowd who interrupted Him by askingHim as the Rabbi or Teacher, to solve a family problem and help settle a legaldispute with him and his brother over their inheritance. Rabbis were expectedto help settle legal matters, but Jesus refused to get involved. Why? BecauseHe knew that no answer He gave would solve the real problem, which wascovetousness in the hearts of the two brothers.  The "you" in Luke 12:14 is plural, which meantJesus is speaking to both of the brothers. As long as both men were greedy, nosettlement would be satisfactory. Their greatest need was to have their heartschanged. Like too many people today, they wanted Jesus to serve them but not tosave them. Jesus also knew the crowd needed to hear this warning, so, “He saidto them, Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one's lifedoes not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses."  Jesus knew we needed to hear this warning tooand we should “take heed” and listen carefully to what He has to say about thissin of covetousness. Someone said that covetousness is an unquenchable thirstfor getting more and more of something we think we need in order to be trulysatisfied. It may be a thirst for money or the things that money can buy, oreven a thirst for position and power. Jesus made it clear that true life doesnot depend on an abundance of possessions. He did not deny that we have certainbasic needs (Matt. 6:32; 1 Tim. 6:17). He only affirmed that we will not makelife richer by acquiring more of these things. Mark Twain once defined "civilization" as "alimitless multiplication of unnecessary necessities," and he was right. Infact, many Christians are infected with covetousness and do not know it. Theythink that Paul's admonition in 1 Timothy 6 applies only to the "rich andfamous." Measured by the living standards of the rest of the world, mostbelievers in America are indeed wealthy people. Jesus then told this parable of a rich farmer to reveal thedangers that lurk in a covetous heart. As we read and study it, we will noticeseveral things. We need to recognize that Jesus did not say this wealthy manwas a fool because he was rich. He was not a fool because he worked hard and wasfugal and saved a lot of money that he now had available for himself. No, Jesussays he was a fool because after he acquire this money and goods, that he didn'tknow what to do with it. This no doubt is a sin that many of us have in America. Thepoorest person in America is richer that ninety-five percent of the rest of theworld. We tend to waste money, spend money, and invest money to gain more moneyand a better living, but we spend it and invest it for temporal rather than theeternal. I love this quote by the missionary Jim Elliot, “He is nofool who gives up that which he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.”As we think about this warning from Jesus, we need to look into our own heartstoday and make sure we are not seeking to be satisfied with money orpossessions. Their satisfaction is only temporary and will not meet the deepestneed of our soul that can only be satisfied by our relationship with JesusChrist!  Today, may God help us to “beware of covetousness” and seekJesus first and foremost (Matthew 6:33).  God bless!

Biography of the life and mission of Jim Elliot

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183 While visiting my mother this past Sunday, in a moment of quietness, she began to speak about passing away. She said, "No one will care when I am gone." I immediately said, "No mom, you are wrong, I love you and I will miss you. But you will go to Heaven and there you will be so happy, and I will be okay. I will miss you but I will see you later. She nodded and peacefully smiled.We are all in the realm of time. From the time we are born until the time we die, we are all moving towards eternity. This is only a time passage unto a "world without end." This morning I was reading in the book Daniel where he was interpreting Nebuchadnezzar's dream of the great image. That image represented great kingdoms that have passed away into antiquity, and the fourth one of the final end. The one we are seeing appear in our time. What spoke to me were these semi-final words:"Thou sawest till that a stone was cut out without hands, which smote the image upon his feet that were of iron and clay, and brake them to pieces. Then was the iron, the clay, the brass, the silver, and the gold, broken to pieces together, and became like the chaff of the summer threshingfloors; and the wind carried them away, that no place was found for them: and the stone that smote the image became a great mountain, and filled the whole earth." Daniel 2:34-35.All of those kingdoms are gone and this final one will be as they are. GONE. The kingdoms that are here and now will be as chaff that the wind carries away, and will never be again at the time of Jesus' Second Coming. The only remaining Kingdom will be the Stone Kingdom of Jesus Christ that will "fill the whole earth." Be aware of the time that God has given to you and anchor yourself to Christ whom you love, who "Inhabits eternity." You will be there sooner or later. Be eternity conscious and remember the words of King David, "My times are in thy hand." Psalm 31:15. “When the time comes to die, make sure that all you have to do is die!”― Jim Elliot, The Journals of Jim Elliot

“He is no fool who gives up what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose” -Jim Elliot.  Dr. Sam tells the story of a martyr on their wedding day. This moving story is the reality for many believers around the world. Is the Lord asking you to give up what you hold on to, for something better? For more information about the ministry of Hopegivers International, visit our website at hopegivers.org.  

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 22nd of February, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Jonah 1:12:“Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will become calm for you. For I know that this great tempest is because of me.” - Dying to self, preferring your fellow man. Then we go to John 11:50 and of course, the chief priest, Caiaphas, did not even know what he was talking about when he said:”…one man should die for the people, and not that the whole nation should perish.” He was talking about Jesus. Jesus Christ was sacrificed for you and me, my dear friend. You see, Jonah knew that he was in the wrong place at the wrong time and so in order to save those crewmen and to save the ship he said, ”Please throw me overboard.” When the high priest soldiers came into the Garden of Gethsemane to arrest Jesus, you know what He did? Yes, the same thing that He always does. He said, ”Let these go their way I am the one that you want.” (John 18:8) He was prepared to sacrifice His life for you and for me.I'm just thinking of William Carey, that country boy from England, who went all the way with his young wife and children to India to preach the Gospel. He became a great Bible translator. He translated the Bible from English into many other languages. Sanskrit was a very difficult language. This man was uneducated, but He did it for the sake of the Gospel but it cost him dearly. He lost his wife, she died there and some of his children. He paid an incredible price. Jim Elliot went to the Amazon jungle to preach the Gospel, and at the age of 29 years old, he was murdered, but through his death, many came to Christ. He said, ”It is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”Today, you and I, let us lay our lives down for our fellow man and then we will really start living for Christ.Jesus bless you and goodbye.

Entre los aos 1940 y 1950, Jim Elliot y Elisabeth Howard documentaron su relacin en una serie de cartas. Aos despus, su hija Valerie vio algo muy especial en ellas. Hoy, ella nos compartir algo de lo que encontr en las cartas de amor de sus padres, Jim y Elisabeth Elliot. Acompanos en este episodio de Aviva Nuestros Corazones. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1337/29

Entre los aos 1940 y 1950, Jim Elliot y Elisabeth Howard documentaron su relacin en una serie de cartas. Aos despus, su hija Valerie vio algo muy especial en ellas. Hoy, ella nos compartir algo de lo que encontr en las cartas de amor de sus padres, Jim y Elisabeth Elliot. Acompanos en este episodio de Aviva Nuestros Corazones. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1337/29

God is doing great things with His gospel of grace in the country pf Peru. Charlie talks to Pablo Cenep-Torres about he many facets of his busy ministry. Pablo is a missionary with Christian Missions in Many Lands (cmml.us). Discipled by Bert Elliot, brother of martyed missionary Jim Elliot, He went on to receive biblical training at New Brunswick Bible Institute, Washington Bible College, and Capital Bible Seminiary (in Maryland). Pablo is in Peru as a leader of his church, a trainer of other leaders, chuch planter and builder, and helps operate an orphanage. He is busy! But his ministry takes place in a country filled with crime and corruption, which makes it challenging. He describes some of the problems this presents. A strong Catholic theology of works and the strong influence of Calvinist makes his grace-oriented ministry all the more important. Charlie mentions how he was supposed to visit in January to speak at conferences, but was prevented by an illness. Listen to this servant of God and let the Lord touch your heart for this ministry in Peru. You can find out more about Pablo and his needs by going to https://www.cmml.us/m/282. Like, leave a conmment,, and share this podcast so this message will conitnue to spread. #graceforPeru #FreeGraacePeru #MissionsinPeru

When the New Testament speaks of our salvation, it does so in the past tense. It speaks of believers as chosen, washed, justified and sanctified. At the moment of salvation, you were given to the Lordship of Christ. Yes, there is a process of growth, and you will continue to move forward and advance. Jim Elliot once said, “It takes the whole of your life to give the whole of your life to Christ.” I love that quote, and it is true. But at the same time, it is inconceivable to Paul and the New Testament writers that a person could come to faith in Christ as Savior without Christ also becoming Lord at that very same moment. You can never be a justified believer without also being a sanctified believer. This is what Paul has been rejoicing in through Romans 6. Now, as we begin to walk through the latter verses of the chapter, Paul digs even deeper into the means and motivation of the sanctifying work of Christ in our hearts. These are passages that we must know and understand. I pray that you will join us this weekend for worship. We will celebrate and rejoice with believers as they publicly confess Christ in baptism. We will pray for one another and fellowship. Most importantly, we will gather round the Word of God and sing praises to God that we might be changed more and more into the likeness of His glory. — Pastor Chad McDonald

When the New Testament speaks of our salvation, it does so in the past tense. It speaks of believers as chosen, washed, justified and sanctified. At the moment of salvation, you were given to the Lordship of Christ. Yes, there is a process of growth, and you will continue to move forward and advance. Jim Elliot once said, “It takes the whole of your life to give the whole of your life to Christ.” I love that quote, and it is true. But at the same time, it is inconceivable to Paul and the New Testament writers that a person could come to faith in Christ as Savior without Christ also becoming Lord at that very same moment. You can never be a justified believer without also being a sanctified believer. This is what Paul has been rejoicing in through Romans 6. Now, as we begin to walk through the latter verses of the chapter, Paul digs even deeper into the means and motivation of the sanctifying work of Christ in our hearts. These are passages that we must know and understand. I pray that you will join us this weekend for worship. We will celebrate and rejoice with believers as they publicly confess Christ in baptism. We will pray for one another and fellowship. Most importantly, we will gather round the Word of God and sing praises to God that we might be changed more and more into the likeness of His glory. — Pastor Chad McDonald

What does it mean to stand firm in faith—even when it costs everything? In Episode 53 of Warrior's Walk, we explore the powerful stories of Christian martyrs who chose faith over fear, courage over compromise, and Christ over their own lives.

La vida de Jim Elliot estuvo marcada por la oración, la disciplina y su entrega a Dios. Aunque fue corta, dejó por medio de ella un poderoso testimonio de fe y sacrificio, que inspiró a una generación a renunciar a las comodidades terrenales para llevar el evangelio a los no alcanzados. SÍGUENOS Sitio web: http://biteproject.com​​​ x: https://twitter.com/biteproject​​​ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/biteproject TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biteproject Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biteproject/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biteproject/​​​ Créditos: Producido por: Giovanny Gómez Pérez y Pilar Prieto Música: Envato Elements. Generación de voces: Daniel Ángel. Edición de sonido y música: Jhon Montaña.

It's Thursday, January 9th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus 300 million Christians worldwide face imprisonment, torture, and murder International Christian Concern released its 2025 Global Persecution Index, highlighting 20 countries where Christians face extreme persecution. Among those countries are Nigeria, Iran, India, China, and North Korea. Over the last year, persecution has worsened dramatically in Nicaragua, India, and Nigeria. Christians face everything from government hostility and Hindu nationalism to brutal violence and technological surveillance.  Jeff King with International Christian Concern said, “Approximately 300 million Christians worldwide face persecution of all types, including imprisonment, torture, and assassination.” Despite persecution, Christianity is showing resilience and even growing in countries like Iran and Indonesia. Indonesia joins Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa group Speaking of Indonesia, the Southeast Asian country, which is also the fourth most populous country in the world, joined the BRICS organization on Monday. The intergovernmental organization began with Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – thus the acronym B-R-I-C-S. It has expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates.  The BRICS group is seen as a counterbalance to western powers in the G7 which includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. 70,000 Californians evacuate as 20,000 acres burn In the U.S., three major wildfires brought destruction to the Los Angeles area of California yesterday. The fires have burned over 20,000 acres, destroying over 1,000 buildings and killing at least two people.  70,000 people are under evacuation orders. Stoked by high winds, the Palisades Fire is the most destructive fire on record in Los Angeles County. As of yesterday, the fires were 0% contained. James Nelligan, a resident of Los Angeles County, texted, “It's super smoky; ash is raining down.” 87% of Congress are self-identified Christians Pew Research released their latest Faith on the Hill report, covering the religious composition of the 119th U.S. Congress. Self-identified Christians now make up 87% of voting members in the Senate and House of Representatives combined. That's down just a smidge from 88% in the last session and 92% a decade ago. It's still much higher than the Christian makeup of the general U.S. adult population at 62%. Also only 1% of Congress is religiously unaffiliated compared to 28% of the general public. Protestants continue to be the largest group in Congress at 55% followed by Catholics at 28%. However, the share of Protestants is down from nearly 75% in the 1960s. In 2 Samuel 23:3, King David said, “The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spoke to me: ‘He who rules over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.” 4,000 people have asked Trump to free imprisoned pro-lifers Over 4,000 people now have signed a petition through change.org for President-elect Donald Trump to free imprisoned pro-lifers. The petition includes the names of many pro-lifers who are facing prison, house arrest, charges, or sentencing for peacefully protesting at abortion mills. The petition to Trump says, “We ask you to reverse the weaponization of the Department of Justice and pardon these individuals, whose only crime was peacefully pleading for the lives of babies about to die. More than this, we beg you to consider the case for the preborn who have been sentenced to death with no trial. They are unseen and unheard, totally dependent on others, and completely vulnerable.” You can sign the petition through a special link in our transcript today at TheWorldview.com. Anniversary of Jim Elliot's murder And finally, this week in history marks when five Christian missionaries — named Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, and Pete Fleming — were speared to death by Ecuadorean Indians they sought to evangelize. They died on January 8, 1956. Jim Elliot had famously said, “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” Remarkably, after their murders, Jim's wife, Elisabeth Elliot, and Nate's sister, Rachel Saint, continued the evangelistic outreach to the very people who had killed their relatives. In October 1958, Mrs. Elliot, and her three-year-old daughter Valerie, went to live with the Indian tribe along with Rachel Saint. Elisabeth Elliot later published two books featuring the story of the missionaries and how God used them. They were entitled Through Gates of Splendor and Shadow of the Almighty: The Life and Testament of Jim Elliot. You and your family can also watch a 34-minute animated Torchlighters video entitled “The Jim Elliot Story”. It's free and available for everybody. In Matthew 16:25, Jesus said, “For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, January 9th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Hollywood and the big film industry lost another 3.9% year over year, down 47% over 2002. And the Golden Globes throws away its awards to two trash films that nobody watched. Hollywood is passing away with the lust thereof. . . the stars are tarnished. This is going down. Will Christians go down with it?This program includes:1. The World View in 5 Minutes with Adam McManus (Anniversary of Jim Elliot's murder, 4,000 people have asked Trump to free imprisoned pro-lifers, 70,000 Californians evacuate as 20,000 acres burn)2. Generations with Kevin Swanson

A new MP3 sermon from The World View in 5 Minutes is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Anniversary of Jim Elliot’s murder Subtitle: The World View in Five Minutes Speaker: Adam McManus Broadcaster: The World View in 5 Minutes Event: Current Events Date: 1/9/2025 Length: 6 min.

Garth Heckman  The David Alliance TDAgiantslayer@gmail.com     Website: www.aegisdefensesolutions.com Insta:   For anyone in IL. Luke is a linseed professional counselor who specializes with kids, teens, and families in Christian Counseling. If you or someone you know is struggling with anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, and other mental health concerns, reach out to Luke   https://www.whitestoneresources.com/counselors-list/lmerrill   My media channels all go to Garth Heckman    Text me 30 second interviews of you asking people “whats it take to be a man”     You've seen the shirt… but did you die… it's supposed to be funny… but truly when I see it I always shrug with a little disappointment and say no unfortunately I did not…. Death I didn't attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it. - Mark Twain Death The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. - Mark Twain   DEATH   Lisa Rotgrak is the author of a book called Death Warmed Over, a combination cookbook and sociological study of funeral meals and rituals. She starts it with the story of a man dying at home in bed. He could smell the aroma of chocolate chip cookies--his favorite--baking downstairs. He wanted one more cookie before he died.   He dragged his body out of bed, rolled down the stairs, crawled into the kitchen, and reached out a trembling arm to grasp one final cookie, when he felt the sting of a spatula smack his hand. "Put that back," his wife said. "They're for the funeral."   The rich fool had many cookies, and he thought they were all for him. "This is what I'll do," says the rich fool. "I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods."   One more barn. One more crop. One more cookie. Then one night out comes the spatula. "Whack." "They don't belong to you. They're for the funeral."   Ask not for whom the spatula whacks. It whacks for thee.   --as reported in John Ortberg's new book, When the Game Is Over It All Goes Back in the Box (Zondervan, 2007):     “If it weren't for death, life would be unbearable.” –Malcolm Muggeridge. We have eternal life to look forward to; if we didn't, life would be meaningless     No one escapes death… A driver, who crashed into the side of a 3000-ton wheat train and was dragged in his car more than a kilometer before being slammed into a pylon at the edge of a cliff, fell to his death as he walked for help.  The Queensland, Australia man, 63, and his female companion, 64, were driving along the Newell Highway near Moree, in Northwestern New South Wales, on Wednesday night, police said.  Their car crashed into the side of a fully laden, 600-meter long train at a level crossing. (I guess that would be harder to miss than the side of a barn!) The vehicle became wedged between the second last and last carriages and was dragged sideways beside the track as the train continued towards Moree, a police spokeswoman said.  After being carried more than a kilometer and a half they approached an unfenced bridge with a 10-meter drop, the spokeswoman said. Moments before they reached the precipice, the car was struck by a pylon, dislodged from the train and spun several times. When it came to rest, the pair managed to free themselves from the wreck (I wonder if it was a Volvo?) with minor bruising and the man set off along the railway line for help. But he slipped on the bridge and fell to his death, the spokeswoman said.  The woman was eventually able to raise the alarm and was recovering in Moree hospital with chest injuries.   Are you ready to die… I am, I can't wait…  Jim Elliot (slain missionary) "When the time comes to die, make sure that all you have to do is die!"

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 23rd of November, 2024, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Book of Jeremiah 18:4:”And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make.” Then we go to the Gospel of John 12:24:”Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.”"Heaven will be filled with broken vessels, broken upon the wheel of earth." Campbell Morgan said it, and I think it is so true. Yes, we will be made into new creatures. There is no doubt about it but it's men and women who have been broken on the wheel of earth, the potter's wheel of earth, that will fill heaven. You see, it's in dying that we live. Even as our beloved Christ was broken on the cross, so too we must be prepared to be broken. Maybe this morning you feel that your dream, your vision, has failed miserably. It's all been a waste of time. Oh no, oh no! Take heart Christians, many of those who have gone before us must have felt exactly the same way. Get up now, dust yourself off and get back into the fight.I want to give you an example, Jim Elliot, I think he must have been 29 years old, he must have felt the same way when he was being murdered in the Amazon jungle. What a waste - but I want to tell you folks that through his death and through his friend's death, thousands of young men and women have gone to the mission fields to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and are still going even today. That same young man said, ”It is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”Today, you and I, let us keep on. You might feel broken, you might feel that you have disappointed others. Get up and keep going because heaven is filled with people who have been broken on the wheel of earth.Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day, Goodbye.

In this episode of Unknown Nations Podcast, Greg Kelley recaps the annual Celebration Dinner, focusing on Paul's mission statement to reach nations where Christ is not yet known. Greg draws inspiration from historical movements like the Moravian 24-hour prayer and modern-day martyrs like Jim Elliot, while emphasizing the power of leader multiplication as seen in 2 Timothy 2:2. Hear an inspiring story from underground church leaders, and join the mission to make Jesus known! Learn more about Unknown Nations by visiting www.UnknownNations.com.

Join us for a special live recording from the ONE building in downtown Greenville, SC, as we celebrated our 300th episode with a live audience! Drs. Milt Lowder, Drew Brannon, and Cory Shaffer reflect on their 7-year journey to 300 episodes and highlight three impactful leaders you might not know, but should: Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete in history, Jim Elliot, American Christian missionary who became a martyr while attempting to evangelize the Huaorani people of Ecuador, and Harvey Gantt, the first African American student to enroll at Clemson University and former mayor of Charlotte, NC. They reference their stories to illustrate timeless leadership lessons relevant across all industries.

I haven't bought a baseball bat for a while, but I know you can buy one that's cheap and may not last long or one that costs a little more and lasts longer. But a million-dollar baseball bat? That's a little out of my price range. And lest you think I've lost it, not long ago a massive 46-ounce Louisville Slugger bat sold at auction for $1.26 million dollars! What in the world could possibly make a simple baseball bat worth that much to anyone? Who used it? It was the bat used by Babe Ruth in the first baseball game in the new Yankee Stadium in 1923. In the third inning, The Babe blasted a home run right into the right field bleachers, and somebody just laid down over a million bucks for the bat he used. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "How to Have a Million-Dollar Life." It was just a piece of wood until someone important used it to do something important. That's what gave that bat such great value. And that's what gives ordinary humans like you and me a whole new value - being used by the most important person in the universe to do something He considers important. An ordinary life is never quite ordinary again once that life has been used by Almighty God. And His choice of the person He will use is not based on the things most people look for. God doesn't care about charisma, or credentials, or connections, or cash. He's looking for character. He's a holy God, and He can only use holy instruments; people who keep themselves clean for His service. Paul paints a picture of two kinds of believers - one useful to the Lord and one of little use to Him - in 2 Timothy 2, beginning with verse 15, our word for today from the Word of God. He says, "Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved." (By the way, Missionary martyr Jim Elliot said the only degree he really wanted was his A.U.G. degree - Approved Unto God.) The verse goes on to say, "a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth... In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble." Even our house has some things we use for throwing away trash and others that we use to serve special people for special occasions. So what do I have to do to have the honor; the incredible value of being someone the High King of Heaven can use? "If a man cleanses himself," the Bible says, "he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work." Man, those are beautiful words, "useful to the Master." Just like you or me going to the kitchen to find a glass to drink from, God is looking for someone who's clean to use. And He doesn't find very many. What a powerful reason for you to keep your heart and your mind pure, to repent of the junk you've been hanging onto, to meet with Jesus daily for that day's tune-up, to aspire to be, as Robert Murray McCheyne said, "as holy as a saved sinner can be." You'll be God's man, you'll be God's woman, through whom God's work will be done in people's lives. That temptation, that compromise can't possibly be worth losing out on a destiny like this! The beautiful thing is that anybody can qualify to be used by God. It's your passionate purity, your total surrender to be used totally for His purposes that qualifies you. You've abandoned your dreams for your life for His dreams for your life. They're so much bigger and so much better than yours. And the greatest legacy of your life will be to join Him in the rescue mission that changes people's eternities from hell to heaven. He's inviting you to join Him in that rescue mission for which He died. Make yourself available to the Lord of the universe and keep yourself clean for Him. When He picks up a life to use it, it takes on a meaning and a significance that nothing on earth can even get close to. And in God's hands, your life can be a holy home run!

Ben and the guys sit down to talk the Steelers week 5 loss to Cowboys. They cover Dallas' impressive defensive performance despite having a bunch of injured players, as well as Justine Fields' command of the passing game and why we don't do that more. The guys also introduce the new segment "Footbahlin Family Dinner" where the guys grab a bite and talk about life. This weeks family dinner looked at the significance of obedience through the life of Jim Elliot over Ben's signature frozen pizza. Be sure to follow @footbahlinwithben on IGGive @dadtired a follow as well!Have your own family dinner with Dad Tired's conversation startershttps://shop.dadtired.com/collections/cool-stuff/products/dinnertime-discussion-cards

The history of how we brought the pastoral cow to live on the arid lands of the west is a violent one. Jim Elliot grew up in the shadow of that history and his stories are quintessential cowboy, full of guns, death and hard winters. But even Jim recognized the tragedy of the attempted annihilation of Indigenous culture and bison to make way for cows. But now, there's growing hope among tribes as bison make a comeback.

From remote jungles to isolated islands, uncontacted tribes like the Sentinelese and the Aghori have chosen to remain untouched by civilization. Today, we discuss what secret traditions these mysterious tribes are hiding and what they do to unwelcome visitors who dare to intrude on their land. Join me and my good friend, comedian Eagle Witt, as we take a deep dive into the WILD way of life of these uncontacted tribes and the fateful consequences for outsiders who tried to visit them. Spoiler alert: It doesn't end well. Welcome to Camp!

Money does funny things to people, doesn't it? Sometimes, however, what it does isn't funny at all.  That's why James offers some stern warnings to the wealthy. Before you dismiss his words as not applying to you thinking, “I'm not rich!” Keep in mind that 1 in 11 people globally live on less than $2.15/day. If you live on more than that, you are richer than you think. James addresses three sinful behaviors people with resources are prone to. 1.     Hoarding treasuresLet me offer 2 disclaimers here. It's not wrong to have resources. Neither is it wrong to save or invest those resources. The Bible talks about both.What James is speaking of in these opening verses of chapter 5 is “hoarding.” It's the folly of wasting resources that could have and should have been put into play to advance the Kingdom. Instead, they are taken out of circulation for two reasons: fear and pride. Either a scarcity mindset or a prestige outlook.James tells the rich to “Weep...wail...” Why? Because one day those who have so much and yet hoarded it will have to give account to the One who had trusted them with those resources. Jesus Himself gives a sobering word regarding that: “To whom much is given...much is required.”  Don't hoard your wealth foolishly. Use it wisely.  2.     Defrauding measuresTo defraud is to fail to pay what you owe because you want to keep your wealth. In James' day, the wealthy often failed to pay the day laborers that worked in their fields. Their cries of injustice reached the ears of God Almighty, he says in vs. 4.  In our day, we defraud employees or people we hire to do a job by failing to pay a fair wage in a prompt manner. Even if you're not a business owner, do you pay your bills fully and on time? Don't increase your wealth sinfully. Earn it and spend it honestly. 3.     Indulging pleasuresIs God opposed to pleasure?  Is He against us having nice things?  No.  In fact, Paul wrote of “...God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.” (1 Timothy 6:17)There's a difference between the “enjoyment” that Paul speaks of and the “self-indulgence” that James speaks of. Enjoyment moves to self-indulgence when living the good life becomes your entire life.There's an old saying that helps me stay in balance: “You will have all eternity to celebrate your dividends.  You will only have a few years to make your investments.”  Don't spend your wealth thoughtlessly.  Invest it strategically.Someone who understood this was the martyred missionary Jim Elliot who wrote these powerful words: “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.”   Text: James 5:1-6 Originally recorded on May 23, 2010, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN