Podcast appearances and mentions of Joel Osteen

Discover the two key principles that form the foundation of a powerful mindset for success: serving others and turning to God in times of trouble. Ray Higdon shares inspirational stories, including insights from successful figures like Alex Hormozi and Joel Osteen, to illustrate the importance of these principles. Tune in now to learn how these simple yet profound concepts can transform your approach to success in business and life.   ——

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God deposits unique gifts in everyone, regardless of their background. In 2 Timothy 1:6, Paul urges Timothy to "stir up" the gift of the Holy Spirit within him. These divine enablements, activated through faith and obedience, can elevate you from obscurity to greatness. Rejection, circumstances, and sin may try to dim your fire, but spiritual discipline and pure motives keep it burning. Use your gift in a safe, supportive environment, and let God scale your impact for His glory.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the main message of the sermon? 02.)What does "stir up the gift" mean? 03.)Who has a gift from God? 04.)How are gifts activated? 05.)What hinders the use of God's gifts? 06.)Why does God use challenges like rejection? 07.)How can one develop their gift? 08.)What role do motives play in using gifts? 09.)Can God elevate someone quickly? 10.)Why is a supportive environment important?

This sermon uses Usain Bolt's story of losing his edge to warn against "rust" from neglect in spiritual, emotional, and physical areas. Referencing 2 Corinthians 4:16 and Joel 2:25, it urges maintaining anointing, health, and relationships through discipline and dependence on God. The message emphasizes that prayer and discipline prevent rust, promising restoration and revival. Listeners are encouraged to revisit the sermon, pray, and apply its principles to ensure God's oil flows, reversing neglect and fostering breakthroughs in life.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is "rust" in the context of life? 02.)How does neglect lead to rust? 03.)Why is maintenance important? 04.)How can one prevent spiritual rust? 05.)What happens when you neglect the anointing? 06.)How can emotional rust be addressed? 07.)Why is physical health important for spiritual life? 08.)How does prayer strengthen relationships? 09.)Can rust be reversed? 10.)What is the role of discipline in discipleship

In Revelation 20:1-3, an angel descends from heaven with a key to the bottomless pit and a great chain, symbolizing delegated authority from God to bind Satan for a thousand years. The bottomless pit, or "abyss" (Greek: abyssos), is a spiritual prison for demonic forces, possibly located in the sea, as suggested by Jewish teachings and biblical references like Amos and Luke 8:31. Keys represent authority, as seen with Jesus holding keys to death and Hades. Christians grow in authority by recognizing, submitting to, and using it against demonic forces.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the bottomless pit in Revelation 20:1? 02.)What does the key to the bottomless pit symbolize? 03.)What is the significance of the great chain in the angel's hand? 04.)Who is the angel in Revelation 20:1? 05.)How is Satan bound in the bottomless pit? 06.)What are the three falls of Satan mentioned? 07.)Where is the bottomless pit located? 08.)Why do demons fear the bottomless pit? 09.)How can Christians grow in spiritual authority? 10.)What happens to the bottomless pit in the end times?

In a fiery sermon from Revelation 20:2, Pastor Michael Fernandez exposes the devil's four dark faces: the Dragon, unleashing chaos, persecution, and deception; the Serpent of Old, distorting truth, sowing doubt, and inflating spiritual pride; the Devil, a relentless slanderer and accuser of believers; and Satan, the cunning adversary prowling like a lion. He warns against compromise in end times, urges fervent prayer and fasting for families, and declares victory: the God of peace will crush Satan under our feet, restoring what's stolen sevenfold.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What are the four descriptions of the devil in Revelation 20:2? 02.)What does the 'Dragon' symbolize in Revelation 12? 03.)How does the Dragon bring deception? 04.)What is the 'Serpent of Old' and its first strategy? 05.)What are the second and third strategies of the Serpent? 06.)What does the word 'Devil' (Diabolos) mean? 07.)How does the Devil operate through accusation? 08.)Who is the 'accuser of the brethren' in Revelation 12:10, and why avoid it? 09.)What does 'Satan' (Hebrew: ha-Satan) signify in 1 Peter 5:8?10.)How can we crush Satan's power, per Romans 16:20?

In this dynamic sermon on the "Law of Process" from the 21 Laws of Spiritual Growth series, Pastor Michael emphasizes that true maturity blooms through patient journeys, not fleeting events. Drawing from a lottery winner's downfall and hasty marriages, he warns against immaturity's pitfalls. Biblical gems like James 1:4 and Joseph's trials illustrate how God refines character in silence and betrayal. Leaders must test potential via humble tasks, not charm. Embrace hidden processes without offense, stay consistent, and trust refinement (Psalm 66:10; 1 Peter 4:12) for destined fruitfulness.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the Law of Process? 02.)Why do people resist the process? 03.)What happens without embracing process? 04.)How does process build maturity? 05.)How should leaders be raised? 06.)What was Moses' process? 07.)What was Joseph's process? 08.)Why the silence in process?09.)How to handle the hidden process? 10.)What biblical encouragement for trials?

In 2 Kings 7, four lepers at Samaria's famine-stricken gates face a dire choice: stay and die, or surrender to the besieging Syrians. Stepping out in faith at twilight, they discover the enemy camp deserted—God had unleashed phantom sounds of chariots, scattering the Syrians in terror. Feasting on abundance, they realize: "This is a day of good news; we cannot remain silent!" Amid critiques of complacent believers hoarding joy like elder brothers, the sermon ignites a call to evangelism—taste the Lord's goodness, share the gospel boldly, and awaken sleeping churches to reach the lost.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the main Bible passage discussed?02.)Why were the lepers outside the city?03.)What choice did the lepers face? 04.)How did God cause the Syrians to flee? 05.)What did the lepers do upon finding the empty camp? 06.)What spiritual lesson does the story teach about faith? 07.)Why do some believers seem bitter or joyless? 08.)What does "taste and see that the Lord is good" mean here? 09.)Why can't believers remain silent about the gospel? 10.)What is the sermon's call to action, especially for youth?

God is a God of progression, moving believers from glory to glory, as seen in Isaiah 28:13 and Solomon's Temple with its three levels: outer court, holy place, and holiest of holies. Similarly, God works in our spirit, soul, and body (1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:23), transforming us from the inside out. Like the Israelites' journey from Egypt's lack to the Promised Land's abundance, God shifts us from “never enough” to “more than enough,” breaking financial, emotional, and spiritual bondages.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)How does the sermon describe God's nature? 02.)What are the three levels of Solomon's Temple? 03.)How do the temple's levels relate to human nature? 04.)What does 1 Corinthians 3:16 say about believers? 05.)How does 1 Thessalonians 5:23 describe God's sanctification? 06.)How does the devil's work differ from God's? 07.)What is the Israelites' progression in the sermon? 08.)What transformations does the sermon prophesy for believers? 09.)What practical actions does the sermon encourage? 10.)What does Isaiah 28:13 teach about God's revelation?

In "The Law of Process," the speaker emphasizes that spiritual and personal growth is not an instant event but a gradual journey, drawing from Philippians 1:6 where God completes His work in us. Rejecting the mindset of quick fixes like instant coffee or one-time anointings, he urges choosing processes over exciting events, as processes transform while events merely excite. Through stories of David and a personal vision of Jesus, he highlights resisting impatience, pride, and pain to yield to God's unfolding plan for lasting success.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the main misconception about spiritual growth addressed in the sermon? 02.)Why is instant transformation unrealistic according to the speaker? 03.)What does Philippians 1:6 say about God's work in us?04.)How does the speaker describe a person's state during growth?05.)Why do people resist the process of growth?06.)What is the difference between events and processes in spiritual growth?07.)How does the speaker illustrate the importance of process with David's life?08.)What role does a prophetic word play in the process?09.)How should one handle pain in the growth process?10.)Why is submitting to the process important, even with setbacks?

We're excited to welcome back Jim Brammer, CEO of Special Event Services and Founder of Concert Stuff Group. From a tobacco farm in North Carolina to stages and stadiums around the world, Jim has spent nearly 40 years shaping the live event industry.He's worked with artists like Hootie & the Blowfish, Coldplay, and 3 Doors Down, and pioneered arena-quality production for ministries including Dr. Billy Graham, Joyce Meyer, and Joel Osteen. Founder of a network of companies that simplify large-scale events, Jim's leadership and people-first philosophy earned him the 2024 Parnelli Lifetime Achievement Award.And he's still building, now bringing world-class entertainment back home with a 5,000-capacity amphitheater in downtown Winston-Salem. From farm fields to global stages, Jim Brammer's story is pure vision, grit, and heart.In this engaging conversation, Jim Brammer, CEO of Special Event Services and founder of Concert Stuff Group, shares his remarkable journey from a tobacco farm in North Carolina to becoming a key player in the live event industry. He discusses the evolution of his career, the importance of partnerships, and the lessons learned from family and early life experiences. Jim reflects on pivotal moments, including his work with Hootie and the Blowfish and Billy Graham's crusades, which shaped his business trajectory. The conversation also delves into the role of AI in modern entrepreneurship and the challenges faced in adapting to a changing industry landscape. In this conversation, Jim Brammer and the host discuss various themes surrounding business strategy, the impact of AI on decision-making, the evolution of the event industry, and the importance of community and work-life balance. They share personal anecdotes about hiring, leadership lessons from Jack Welch, and the challenges and opportunities in the live events sector, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The discussion emphasizes the need for innovation, adaptability, and a focus on creating meaningful connections in both personal and professional realms.This Episode is brought to you by Elation and Main Light

In this episode, Joel Osteen shares that we can live free from worry and lack. We can walk confidently in the assurance that God will supply all of our needs according to Christ Jesus. Donate here to support outreaches that are sharing the truth about Jesus to Canada! Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow Joel Osteen: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

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In this continuation of "The Law of Impartation," Pastor emphasizes humility as essential for receiving spiritual impartation, cautioning that pride obstructs it. Drawing from biblical examples like Elisha and Moses, Pastor illustrates that impartation stems from existing grace, is initiated by God, and is intended for sharing burdens, not seeking fame. The pattern involves divine election, submission to spiritual authority, and serving a vision. Practical steps include pursuing anointing, honoring spiritual leaders, and serving humbly. Pastor prays for financial breakthroughs, encouraging the audience to subscribe to their YouTube channel to reach 210,000 subscribers.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the main barrier to receiving impartation? 02.)How is humility connected to impartation?03.)What is the biblical pattern of impartation?04.)How does impartation function in the body of Christ?05.)What is the role of serving in impartation?06.)Why is divine election important in impartation?07.)What is the purpose of impartation?08.)How did Elisha demonstrate humility in receiving impartation?09.)Can impartation occur without physical presence?10.)How should believers pursue impartation practically?

Caleb, at 85, boldly asked Joshua for the mountain of Hebron, inhabited by the giant Anakim, not for himself but as an inheritance for future generations. His faith and courage turned obstacles into opportunities, showing that giants—addictions, fear, or poverty—can fall through consistent prayer and persistent faith. Caleb's devotion to God, not physical strength, made him a spiritual father, leaving a legacy of victory and peace. Like Caleb, believers are called to fight battles today, breaking generational curses to secure blessings for their families and beyond.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)Who was Caleb, and what did he ask for?02.)Why did Caleb want the mountain of Hebron?03.0Who were the Anakim?04.)What made Caleb different from others?05.)What are the "giants" in our lives today?06.)How can these giants be defeated?07.)What is the significance of being a spiritual father or mother?08.)How did Caleb's victory impact others?09.)What role does consistency play in overcoming challenges?10.)Why is persistence important in faith?

On Newcomers Sunday, the pastor welcomes all, emphasizing that attendees are there by God's plan, not coincidence. He shares his transformative experience from a simple church service, highlighting God's ability to work through imperfect settings. Referencing Ecclesiastes 3:11, he notes God's gift of eternity in every heart, urging connection with the Creator. He outlines four reasons to attend church weekly: growing in God's Word, prayer support, fellowship, and discipleship. These pillars foster spiritual growth, community, and purpose, encouraging attendees to embrace God's plan and avoid distractions from their divine destiny.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)Why are you here today at church?02.)What does the Bible say about God's purpose for people?03.)Why do people seek God, even in primitive settings?04.)What can change your life's history?05.)Why should you attend church every Sunday?06.)How does understanding God's Word impact your life?07.)Why is prayer important in the church?08.)What is the role of fellowship in the church?09.)What does it mean to be discipled?10.)How did the pastor's personal experience shape his message?

David, offended by a tragic event, initially refused to move the Ark of God, symbolizing His presence, into the city. Obed-Edom, despite inconvenience, welcomed the Ark, receiving abundant blessings. This teaches that making room for God requires sacrifice—through devoted prayer, fasting, and giving. Such sacrifices are investments, yielding generational blessings. David, inspired by Obed-Edom's blessings, overcame his offense, brought the Ark to his city, and secured divine favor. Sacrifice, through devotion and generosity, is the pathway to God's visitation and lasting provision.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)Why did David initially refuse to move the Ark of the Lord?02.)What happens when someone is in a place of offense with God?03.)What does it mean to treat the presence of God casually?04.)How did Obed-Edom respond to the Ark's presence in his home?05.)What was the result of Obed-Edom's sacrifice?06.)Why is sacrifice described as an investment in God's kingdom?07.)How can one make room for God's presence in their life?08.)What is the significance of the “new wine” in the context of giving?09.)How did David's attitude change after hearing about Obed-Edom's blessings?10.)What is the role of fasting in making room for God?

This week on Seeking Sister Wife, Dani and Yessel tell his brother they're seeking, Slick Nick seems hesitant about his relationship with Teresa Pizza, Sad Dani cries moving out of Joel Osteen's closet and more!Follow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The show plays another round of ‘Does This Make You Feel Old?' from 2016.Then later, the show plays a prank on Nadia the Intern (2006).Plus celebrity pastor, Joel Osteen, calls the show to talk about his Houston recovery efforts (2016). Watch the full episode on YouTube:YouTube.com/@michaelzavalaFollow the Guys:Michael Zavala @michaelzavalaEric Star @mrericstarClark @justsimplyclarkFollow the Show:Instagram: @mznowtvwww.MZNOW.tvProduced at mzStudiosmzStudiosDallas.com

Zechariah 12:10 prophesies God pouring out a spirit of grace and supplication on the house of David and Jerusalem's inhabitants. This divine act sparks revival, urging believers to respond to the Holy Spirit's call. Amid global turmoil, grace brings unmerited favor, opening doors and prompting believers to extend grace through forgiveness and service. Supplication drives prayer, fostering a deeper revelation of Jesus, moving from historical to personal connection. For Israel, this signals a national awakening post-rapture, culminating in mourning and fasting on Yom Kippur, heralding Christ's return to defeat opposing nations.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What does Zechariah 12:10 prophesy?02.)What is the significance of God saying, “I will pour”?03.)What is the spirit of grace?04.)How should believers respond to the spirit of grace?05.)What is the spirit of supplication?06.)Who is the “house of David” in this context?07.)What happens when the Holy Spirit comes upon believers?08.)What is the prophetic fulfillment for Israel in Zechariah 12:10?09.)What should believers do in response to this prophecy?10.)What is the significance of mourning in this prophecy?

Overcome past pain to hear God's voice clearly. The Samaritan woman's painful relationships clouded her understanding of Jesus' message until He addressed her pain, leading to transformation. Similarly, Naaman's hidden leprosy and pride hindered his healing until he humbled himself. Jabez, named "pain" by his mother, prayed for God's blessing, expanded influence, presence, protection, and to be a blessing to others. By bringing pain to Jesus, we break cycles of defeat, trust good people, and embrace God's plan, becoming blessings to others.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)How does past pain affect our ability to hear God's voice?02.)Why do some people struggle to understand God's messages?03.)How can we overcome the pain of the past?04.)What happens when we hide our pain?05.)How does pain influence our relationships?06.)Why did Naaman struggle to receive his healing?07.)What does Jabez's story teach about overcoming pain?08.)How can we stop pain from defining our future?09.)What role does prayer play in overcoming pain?10.)How can we become a blessing despite our pain?

Misunderstanding is a tool of the devil to sow discord. To counter it, make every effort to maintain unity through peace (Ephesians 4:3). Leaders must ensure clarity in speech and actions, providing clear instructions to avoid confusion (Proverbs 16:23). Be approachable and available to listen, fostering understanding. Seek God's wisdom, knowledge, and discernment through prayer to rise above misunderstandings. Like David, rely on divine wisdom, not worldly knowledge, to navigate challenges and restore relationships, bringing prosperity and unity in Jesus' name.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is misunderstanding, and why is it significant?02.)How does misunderstanding spread?03.)What does the Bible say about maintaining unity?04.)Why is effort important in addressing misunderstanding?05.)How can leaders avoid misunderstanding?06.)What is the importance of clarity in leadership?07.)Why should leaders be approachable and available?08.)How can ordinary people overcome misunderstandings?09.)What role does divine wisdom play in addressing misunderstandings?10.)What is the promised outcome of applying these principles?

Step boldly into your Second Act with Antoinette Wolf ... former corporate executive, licensed real estate agent, mother, author, and entrepreneur. In this episode of The Second Act Executive, Antoinette shares essential strategies for executives over 50 who are transitioning from corporate leadership into their own businesses, private practices, or legacy-building ventures.Tonight, we cover:Wellness for executives: how to stay physically, mentally, and financially strong while leading in business and life.Financial fortitude: insights from Jim Cramer's How to Make Money in Any Market, why a financial cushion is critical, and actionable steps for building yours.Tech that gives you an edge: Meta's smart glasses (Me-To-Connect) and Apple's iPhone 17 Pro.Legacy leadership: creating impact through mentorship, philanthropy, and the Legacy Lead Library, featuring books by Jim Cramer, Joel Osteen, Melinda Gates, Joyce Meyer, Bill Clinton, Anna Wintour, Warren Buffett, and more.October Awareness Month: how to support Domestic Abuse, Alzheimer's, and Breast Cancer awareness with purpose and impact.Whether you're reinventing your career, expanding your business, or building a lasting family legacy, this episode equips you with actionable insights, inspiration, and strategies to lead with confidence and purpose.Tune in and step boldly into your Second Act.

In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex chats with Jim and Sam about Isaiah 5, a sobering passage about God's judgment.

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Sarah Marshall (You're Wrong About Podcast) to discuss the scams of televangelists Jim Bakker and Tammy Faye Bakker from their start with a puppet ministry to a full-blown waterpark, Heritage USA, and so much more. Additionally, the discovery of money inside a bathroom wall at Joel Osteen's megachurch has raised questions about potential fraud. Stay Schemin'! (Originally Released 01/24/2022)CW: Mention of sexual assault CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.biography.com/news/tammy-faye-jim-bakker-relationship-scandalshttps://abcnews.go.com/US/scandals-brought-bakkers-uss-famous-televangelists/story?id=60389342https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/plumber-finds-cash-checks-loose-toilet-wall-joel-osteens-lakewood-chur-rcna7512https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-pop-culture/televangelist-tammy-faye-bakker-became-unlikely-ally-aids-crisis-rcna2059https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-03-30-mn-594-story.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. 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.

In this episode, Joel Osteen shares that the voices you listen to can impact your destiny. He stresses the importance of learning to tune out negative voices and tune in to what God says about you. Donate here to support outreaches that are sharing the truth about Jesus to Canada! Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow Joel Osteen: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

In this episode, Joel Osteen helps you learn how meditating on God's Word creates new pathways of victory in your life. Sign up for the Miracle Channel eNewsletter for a new ebook and Scripture declarations each month, plus updates on the ministry! Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow Joel Osteen: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

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Hosts Pastor Rico Basso and Guest Pastor Bill Penna Question Timestamps: Yvonne, Facebook (3:34) - Is it true that alcohol is called "spirits" because spirits can attach themselves to you? Alfonzo, FL (6:00) - Is there a way to ask the Holy Spirit to come upon me and grant His power and gifts? Neil, MA (15:43) - How do you interpret Luke 14:33, when it says "a disciple of Christ has no possessions?" Pamela, NY (20:45) - Who was Rehab? Was she an innkeeper or prostitute? Charles, NJ (22:39) - Do you know anything about Joel Osteen using a book by an occultist for his material? Paul, NJ (26:49, continued after break at 33:23) - Is it greater to obey God's voice over His written word? Michael, NJ (36:01) - Do you think Babylon the Great mentioned in Revelation is the United States? Melvin, NJ (43:20) - Did Ezekiel literally eat the scroll he was given? Allie, NY (48:21) - When we pray for forgiveness from God, are we supposed to pray for forgiveness over just the sins from that day or all of our past sins? Ask Your Question: 888-712-7434 Answers@bbtlive.org

This episode interacts with the latest dispatch from The Embassy - here is an excerpt: ViewSharon Melzer, 24, has long believed in manifestation, or the idea that she can bring her hopes and dreams to life by visualizing them.Coming Soon: Your Beautiful, Successful, Confident Life - Ayson Krueger - NYT - 7/26/25Manifestation is one of the watchwords of our time. The idea is to take an idea, a preferred future, and manifest it, or put it into the universe in order to make it a reality. It is believing in a future that isn't here yet - and the belief that belief itself is a big part of turning a desired idea into reality. There is a part of this I accept, but the part I believe probably doesn't qualify as what people call manifesting an idea into reality. More on that in a bit, but first, let's look at the latest turn in manifestation, involving, of course, artificial intelligence. Sharon Melzer's AI generated videos are an example.Now, thanks to improved artificial intelligence technology, she can be — by putting herself, or an avatar that closely resembles her, in videos depicting her ideal future.These digital vision boards are a little like movie trailers showing coming attractions. In one, Ms. Melzer is flying on a private plane, giving a keynote address to a packed room and getting a notification on her computer that she reached 100,000 subscribers on YouTube.Coming Soon: Your Beautiful, Successful, Confident Life - Ayson Krueger - NYT - 7/26/25She says that she watches these videos, and there are about 20 of them now, when she wakes up in the morning and before she goes to bed - instead of, in her description, scrolling through Tik Tok or Instagram. She watches herself achieving her dreams instead of other people (supposedly) achieving theirs. Not a bad thing, certainly, if that is the alternative. This idea of making the right moves so you can live your best life now and into the future is not foreign to the Christian space. It is Joel Osteen's philosophy - living your best life now is thought a birthright, something the universe, or God, depending, gives us if we make the right moves or picture the right future or have the right kind of faith. It is a bit of the main character syndrome I talked about in my last dispatch - an invented life with an outcome within my control.Using A.I. for manifestation has taken off in the past year, said Catherine Goetze, the C.E.O. of CatGPT, an A.I. educational platform. … To Ms. Goetze …, the videos look real enough that she is compelled to remind users they are not “crystal balls,” she said. “The computer has been trained to reflect back at you what you tell it, so if it shows you as a billionaire, it doesn't mean you are going to be a billionaire. It just means you told it you want to be a billionaire.”Coming Soon: Your Beautiful, Successful, Confident Life - Ayson Krueger - NYT - 7/26/25Well, yes … right. Otherwise, there would be a lot of billionaires. I guess. I'm not a billionaire, maybe I just didn't manifest hard enough. Or have enough of the right kind of faith. Or have the right software. But I don't think so. I don't want to say a positive outlook on the future coupled with positive action toward that future isn't important, even vital. But it seems like we are talking about something else here. For one thing, using Ms. Krueger as our example, she has 20 or so videos, depicting her in various aspects of a preferred future, but some of these may not go together. If there are 20 pictures, different pictures, of your future, it is quite likely that the over/under on how many of these happen is about one half. It is quite likely, in fact, that accomplishing one of these things precludes accomplishing others.If one of these things happens, it will very likely require hard work, disappointment, redirection … it will be a journey. That journey may include a positive outlook, maybe even manifestation, and it may end with the desired outcome, but it will likely be hard earned. And here is the first thing that strikes me as I ponder this trend of manifestation. The destination of the journey is important, it isn't just any journey that will do - but, with these caveats in mind, it is the journey that is the point. Life is the journey, the outcome doesn't produce life, whatever outcome there may be is the fruit of a life. Or, I should say it is one fruit of a life. It isn't even the most important fruit. It is, as I spoke of Living a Discovered Life, part of life that is “under the sun”. It is fine, great even, but it can't be the point.I have spoken with many people who have had a difficult journey, or who are in a difficult stretch in their journey. I'm sure you have too. That might describe you right now. One of the things that I have said to others and have reminded myself of during these times is God does not promise us relief from these difficult parts of the journey. In fact, it is through these difficult parts that most of the real fruit is produced. This is the fruit we are not manifesting, partly because we don't have this fruit in mind, but mostly because we aren't sure what it looks like - at least not from here. AI can't help me make a video depicting a wiser future me. Or a more peaceful me, or more contented, kinder, more faithful, more humble, more joyful, or a more hopeful me. Or a more loving me. What would that even look like, exactly? As soon as I am the point of the manifestation, these things fade out of focus - they come indirectly, by God's grace, on an outward focused journey. If God is gracious, and if I act in the faith He gives me, and if I imperfectly persevere through the difficult parts of the journey - a measure of these fruits find their way to me, even though that wasn't the outcome I had in mind. Faithfulness in the journey is the point of a life that is more than good outcomes “under the sun”. …Read the whole thing here.The Embassy is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Embassy at theembassy.substack.com/subscribe

This episode is especially close to my heart—meet my Grandma, lovingly nicknamed “Bocca” when we were just toddlers. At 90 years young, she's still sharper than a tack! You could say my love for TV hosting runs in the family. My grandparents hosted a Christian television show called Heartbeat for over 30 years, interviewing remarkable figures like Mother Teresa and how Joel Osteen's father, John, got his start. Their missionary work truly spanned the globe. For this episode, I traveled to North Carolina, where their former television station has now been transformed into a beautiful home and family retreat... I have lots of videos to show you! And of course, no visit with Grandma is complete without stories—like the time I accidentally convinced her to buy me alcohol when I was 13. Oh, the memories!  ______________________________ Follow me on my Instagram or Facebook Podcast Facebook page here Check out KristiCapel.com Email: Kristicapelpodcast@gmail.com  

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While Jimmy Swaggart died in 2025 at the beginning of July, many people only know him because of his public scandals of being caught with prostitutes in 1988 and then again in 1991. But before those revelations that heralded the decline of his influence, he was an internationally known preacher on TV and radio, making around $150 million dollars per year, who had built his ministry over nearly 40 years. In this episode, we want to look at Jimmy Swaggart's message and the techniques he used in his ministry and ask some questions about his success. It's so easy to dismiss false teachers and to think that we cannot be tricked by them. But in doing research for this episode, Charles went back and listened to some of Swaggart's old sermons and was surprised to realize how much he sounded like an old-fashioned fire-and-brimstone preacher that would have preached in many churches he grew up in. Swaggart consistently refined his preaching techniques to the point that when he began his ministry, he sounded much like Billy Graham, and toward the end, he sounded much like Joel Osteen.False prophets will always be a threat to the flock, but we can protect ourselves and others by being aware of how they lead men astray and by keeping our eyes fixed upon Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Please join us as we discuss this important topic.Timecodes00:00:00 Entertainer00:17:10 The Trinity00:20:24 Speaking in Tongues00:22:32 Red letter Bible00:25:30 Cross Idolatry00:26:43 Strange Ideas00:38:42 Pride00:42:56 Swaggart's Fall00:51:43 Why People Followed Him00:57:48 Changing Appeal01:03:17 Appeal to Sinners01:09:34 Graham on SwaggartProduction of Reformation Baptist Church of Youngsville, NCPermanent Hosts - Dan Horn, Charles Churchill and Joshua HornTechnical Director - Timothy KaiserTheme Music - Gabriel Hudelson

While Jimmy Swaggart died in 2025 at the beginning of July, many people only know him because of his public scandals of being caught with prostitutes in 1988 and then again in 1991. But before those revelations that heralded the decline of his influence, he was an internationally known preacher on TV and radio, making around $150 million dollars per year, who had built his ministry over nearly 40 years. In this episode, we want to look at Jimmy Swaggart's message and the techniques he used in his ministry and ask some questions about his success. It's so easy to dismiss false teachers and to think that we cannot be tricked by them. But in doing research for this episode, Charles went back and listened to some of Swaggart's old sermons and was surprised to realize how much he sounded like an old-fashioned fire-and-brimstone preacher that would have preached in many churches he grew up in. Swaggart consistently refined his preaching techniques to the point that when he began his ministry, he sounded much like Billy Graham, and toward the end, he sounded much like Joel Osteen.False prophets will always be a threat to the flock, but we can protect ourselves and others by being aware of how they lead men astray and by keeping our eyes fixed upon Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Please join us as we discuss this important topic.Timecodes00:00:00 Entertainer00:17:10 The Trinity00:20:24 Speaking in Tongues00:22:32 Red letter Bible00:25:30 Cross Idolatry00:26:43 Strange Ideas00:38:42 Pride00:42:56 Swaggart's Fall00:51:43 Why People Followed Him00:57:48 Changing Appeal01:03:1

Introduction: 3 Self-Serving Reasons to Give to God (Matthew 6:19–24): So I Have TREASURE FOREVER . (Matt 6:19–21) So I Am ABLE to SEE . (Matt 6:22–23) So I Serve the RIGHT MASTER . (Matt 6:24) 1 Timothy 6:10 – For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. Sermon Notes (PDF): BLANKHint: Highlight blanks above for answers! Small Group DiscussionRead Matthew 6:19-24What was your big take-away from this passage / message?Re-read Matt 6:22-23. Explain this in your own words. What does this have to do with money, and how does generosity affect spiritual perception?Is it wrong to be motivated by self-serving reasons to give to God? Why or why not?BreakoutPray for one another. AUDIO TRANSCRIPT Open up your Bibles with me please to Matthew chapter 6.Some time ago, I was at the funeral home for a visitation.And as I was leaving, there was a woman standing kind of in the lobby by the exit door.And she asked what my connection was to the deceased.And I said, "Well, I'm a pastor and I've known the family for quite a while."And she says, "Oh, you're a pastor."She said, "What do you think about what Joel Osteen makes?"You know, that's not really the time or the place to engage in a heated debate.I said, "What Joel Osteen makes is really none of my business."She goes, "Well, of course it is."I said, "Why?"I said, "What he makes and what he does with his money, it's not my business."And she goes, "Well, it absolutely is."And I said, "Well, man, with all due respect, if you don't appreciate his ministry, then don't give him money."But I walked out of there just sort of confused again as to why we are so concerned with what other people do with their money.When biblically, who should I be concerned about?Point to the person that you should be concerned about, right here.Right?And we're going through the Sermon on the Mount.In the last section we looked at Jesus, talked about giving and praying and fasting.And those are all the elements of our private spiritual life.But you know, you've got to deal with the world sometime, right?You've got to get out there.And this next section of the Sermon on the Mount is about that.How do we deal with the world?What is the heart towards the world?And today we're going to talk about money.And oh, I think we knew it had to come up in the Sermon on the Mount eventually.Like, well, if it's such a big deal, why didn't it come up sooner?Because Jesus has been going after our hearts, and when your heart is right, and only whenyour heart is right, will your view and use of money also be right.Look at, I just want to start, look at verse 20, just the first part here.This is absolutely astounding.Jesus says, "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven."Just stop there for a second.That is absolutely astounding what He said.Right there, two things.Two things just blow me away about even that little part of the verse.It just blows me away.The first thing that blows me away is the fact that I can even put treasure in heaven.It's astounding that I have the ability to put stuff in heaven.But I got to tell you this past week, there's another little phrase in there that reallyjumped out at me.And it was the phrase, "For yourselves."So this treasure in heaven, who's it for?It's for me.This is going to benefit me.And you might be shocked to find out this morning that when you look in this sectionabout what Jesus says about money, there is a self-serving motive.Actually there are three self-serving motives at play.You know, we talked about money last fall.We had a whole series.What was that, Pastor in October?It was called "Right on the Money."Within that series, we talked about how to lay up treasure in heaven.Quick review, we said you got to give to God intentionally, willingly, and cheerfully.That's what the Bible says.That's how you lay up treasure in heaven.But here in this passage we're looking at today, Jesus doesn't talk about how.Okay, clearly here you're going to see that Jesus talks about why we should lay up treasurein heaven.And the why is for us.You know, after that sermon series last fall, oh, I preached my little heart out.What does God say about giving?Do you know what happened after that series?Giving went down in the church.I don't get it.I don't understand how we can see clear teaching from God's Word about money and we just thumbour nose at God and say, "Pshh, I'll show you, I'll give less."I don't understand that.You know, my wife, Erin, has a friend out of state that works in finance in her church.And she was sharing with Erin that every time my pastor preaches about tithing, giving goesdown.I don't get it.I just don't understand it.I just don't understand.You know, God says, "Everything is mine.I'm going to give some to you because I love you and as an act of love and worship, I wantyou to give back to me.And if you do, I will give you even more."And we listen to that and we go, "Nah."That's not for me.Well, I want to encourage you and the Lord to really change your mind about that becausehere in this passage, Jesus gives us why.And if you believe, you will be the beneficiary of giving.All right?So on your outline, I want you to write some things down.Here's three self-serving reasons to give to God.Very clear in the passage, self-serving reasons to give to God.Number one, write this down, "So I have treasure forever."So I have treasure forever.Look at the first part of 19, again, first part of 20.And Jesus says, "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth."But, verse 20, "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven."Do you see there's a two-fold command there, right?Not hard.It's negative and it's positive.And then Jesus goes on to give the reason behind each of these commands.So let's take a look at them first.We have a negative.All right?Look at verse 19, the negative."Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy and wherethieves break in and steal."Like what's treasure on earth?You know what treasure on earth is, right?Money, houses, cars, stuff, all of the above.Jesus is just simply saying, "Do not live your life accumulating for here."Like, why not?Jesus says, "How about common sense?"Because you know it all goes away eventually.It all goes away.Notice Jesus talks about moth and rust and thieves.Those weren't three arbitrary things our Lord just pulled out of the air.The reason He said those three things is because in those days you measured wealth by threethings.You measured wealth, first of all, by how many clothes you had.I know that sounds strange to us, but go to some other parts of the world.They measured wealth by how many clothes they had.They also measured wealth by how much food they had stored.Again, that's kind of lost on us in our culture, but in that culture, especially in that day,you were extremely wealthy if you had food in storage.And obviously, wealth was measured by gold, right?So now we understand maybe a little more why Jesus selects those three images, right?Moths.Moths speaks to clothes.You know something interesting about moths?Them dusty little butterflies.They only eat what's stored.Did you notice that?Moths typically don't eat what you're wearing.They eat what's stored.Oh, and it's kind of the same thing with food, right?When Jesus says rust, that's not a great translation of the word.The word literally in the Greek means eating.What happens to stored food over time?The varmints find it, don't they?The mice, the bugs, they find their way to it when you store it.And then obviously thieves, gold breaking into houses.In those days, people often bury their treasure in the ground.It was nothing for a thief to watch to see where somebody buried something and then goback later and dig it up, right?So despite mothballs, mousetraps, motion lights, Jesus here is saying very simply the stuffthat you stockpile can and will be gone in a second, right?It's like a flower.If I pick you a beautiful flower, it's beautiful when I pick it.But you realize over time, a very short amount of time, that flower is going to wither awayand turn to dust.And here Jesus is saying, oh, that's everything on earth that you try to hold onto.Now look, it's not sinful to have stuff.If we've learned anything from the Sermon on the Mount, what we've learned is it'sall about the motive of your heart.And if your motive is to accumulate for yourself, you're greedy and you're foolish.That is what your story will lose eventually.Unless you store it in heaven, because look at verse 20, Jesus says, "But lay up for yourselvestreasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not breakin and steal."Like well what is treasure in heaven?We talked about this in our series last fall.I'm going to give you a quick review.Here's what we said, still true.What is treasure in heaven?I don't think God's Word is very specific on what that is, because I think it's somethingthat we wouldn't understand fully.But there's a lot that we know about it.We do know that it's eternal, and it's better than stuff on earth.We know that.We do know that believers will have treasure based on what we've done with our resourceshere on the earth.Now to be clear, Pastor Taylor talked about this.Salvation is entirely based on the work of Jesus Christ.Let's be clear about that.Jesus Christ through His death and His resurrection provided salvation to those who will turnfrom their sin and receive Him.It's all based on His work.But treasure or rewards are based on our works, and in heaven there will be different levelsof rewards.Another thing we do know is there's no second chance for believers to earn rewards afterwe die.Basically this life on the earth right now is your chance to earn rewards.I'm talking so much about the heart through this series on the Sermon and the Mount.So when we get to this section, the question is, where is your heart?While Jesus tells us objectively, in case you're still wondering where your heart reallyis, do you want to know where your heart really is?You might think you know where it is.Jesus tells us exactly where it actually is.Look at verse 21, Jesus said, "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."Your heart is wherever you put your treasure.In other words, look at how you spend your money, and that will tell you where your heartis.So if you come to me and you say, "Oh, you know what, Pastor Jeff, my heart's with thechurch.Oh, I just have a heart for this church.I just love this church so much.My heart is with the church."How much money do you give to the church?And you're like, "Well, I don't really give that much to the church."Well, then your heart's not with the church, according to Jesus.According to Jesus, you've deceived yourself into thinking your heart's with the church,but if your money isn't invested in the church, then your heart's not in the church.All right?Or if you're like, "Oh, Pastor Jeff, you know where my heart is, my heart of hearts.You know where my heart is?My heart's for missions.Oh, I see these pictures of Barnabas and I hear about these people going on these missiontrips.I just have, Pastor Jeff, I have such a heart for missions."Do you give to missions?Well, no, I don't really give to missions.Well, then your heart's not in missions, according to Jesus, that is.Like, well, maybe I'm not sure where my heart is.If you're struggling with that, I'll be glad to help you.What I need you to do is print out your bank statement, make an appointment, and we'llsit down and go through it.And I will show you very clearly where your heart is, because according to Jesus, whereyou put your treasure is where your heart ends up.Your heart follows your investments.You're either investing in the kingdom of God, or you're investing in stuff that you'reeventually going to lose.And if you're sitting here like, "Man, you know what?I really want my heart to be on the things of God."Or then invest in the things of God.Give to the things of God, and you will find that your heart will follow your investments.Your heart will be in heaven.And according to Jesus, you're going to have treasure that you'll enjoy for eternity.It's a pretty good self-serving motive for giving to God.Second one, right?This self-serving reason to give to God.So I'm able to see.So I'm able to see.Like, wait, wait, wait.That's what He says.Look at verses 22 and 23.Jesus says, "The eye is the lamp of the body."So if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light.But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness.If then the light in you is darkness, how great is that darkness?You're like, "Well, that's an unrelated tangent.We're talking about money."And all of a sudden, we're talking about eyesight.It's not an unrelated tangent at all.Jesus here is giving us another self-centered reason to give to God.And this is what I'm going to tell you what it is, and I'm going to explain it.Listen, only people who truly understand and obey what God says about money are able tosee things as they really are.Like, well, what do you mean?Jesus here is giving an illustration.The eye here illustrates the heart.And Jesus says the eye is like a lamp.And everything that we see, what we perceive and fill ourselves with is light.Okay?So look at verse 22 again.Jesus says the eye is the lamp of the body.So if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light.Now that word healthy in the Greek literally is the word generous.Literally that's what the word means.If your eye is generous.So Jesus is saying that if your heart is generous, your whole life is going to be filled withlight.In other words, your whole life is going to be filled with spiritual understanding.In other words, Jesus is saying that only generous people see things as they really are.It's only generous people who say everything is God's.I'm just a steward of God's stuff.In my office on the conference table, there's a big glass bowl and it's full of lollipops.This happens all the time.It literally just happened this morning where a little kid will come in and Pastor Jeff,can I have a lollipop?Absolutely you can.And they'll take a lollipop and they'll leave.This happens all the time.And about 10 or 15 seconds later, they come back in and they say, I need to get one forJoey.I need to get one for Mikey.I need to get one for Stacy.And they start and then they walk out with these handfuls of lollipops.Doesn't bother me at all because they're illustrating a very important biblical point.And that's this.I say it all the time.I'm like, you're awfully generous with something that's not yours.That's biblical.You want to learn how to be generous?It's not yours.Everything on this earth is a bowl of lollipops.It's all God's.So it's a lot easier to be generous with it when I realize it's not mine.I don't need to hold on to it.So I'm getting one for Mikey.Generous people see things as they really are.Generous people say things like, giving is worship.So I'm joyfully giving God first and best.Right?I'm not going to see how much money I have left after I buy all my toys and I'll giveGod a tenth of that and pat myself on the back for tithing.That isn't tithing and that's certainly not worship.Tithing worshipfully is when you receive, you say, okay, God gets first and God getsbest.That's worship.Some of you are like, yeah, I'm on board with that.Why doesn't everyone get that?Because of verse 23."But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness.And if then the light in you is darkness, how great is the darkness?"Some people don't get it because they're in the dark.Some people are just clueless because they can't see it because they can't see anything.Listen, when your heart is focused on the treasures of the earth accumulating for yourself,the blinds come down on spiritual perception.You are unable to see things spiritually.You know, some people go to church for years.Some people have been coming to this church for years and they do not change.They're still struggling with the same sin that they were struggling with two years ago,five years ago.Why?Because they can't see how great is the darkness.Some people have been coming to church for years and they don't grow.They're spiritually dull.At this point, they should be back teaching the kids.They should be leading a small group at this point.They should be in the preaching class, but they can't.They're spiritually dull.Why?They can't see.How great is the darkness?Some people never witness, never share Christ with anybody.Even talk about witnessing like, "Well, that's not for me."Why?They can't see.How great is the darkness?They come to church and they're like, "Well, worship is boring.The sermon wasn't for me.The prayer was too long."How great is the darkness?When your heart is purely focused on earth's treasures, when you live your life only thinkingand focused and spending on here and now, you will have no spiritual perception.Until you get your view of money right, you're never going to be able to deal with otherspiritual matters.So here's a self-serving reason to give.Maybe this church stuff will start to make some sense because the lights will come on.All right?Three self-serving reasons to give, number one, so I have treasure forever.Number two, so I'm able to see.Number three, so I serve the right master.So I serve the right master.Look at verse 24, Jesus says, "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hatethe one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other."You cannot serve God and money.Jesus here very clearly tells us that God and money are both masters.You are a servant to one of them.There's no third option.And in this context, you see, you look at stuff, and you say, "Okay, all this stuffthat I have, it's either God's for God's purposes, or it's mine for what I want."Those are your choices.Jesus said, you know, you shouldn't try to...You shouldn't try to...No.He didn't say you shouldn't try to serve two masters.What did He say?The last sentence, He says, "You cannot."You cannot.It's impossible to serve two masters.Why is that?The same reason a man can't have two wives.Because we have two masters here, and both of them demand total allegiance.Both of these masters, there's no compromise.There's no 50/50 here.You're going to be totally sold out to one of them.And right now, I'm sure somebody is saying, "Well, I'm not a slave to worldly things.I'm not a slave to accumulating."Some of you are way more than you realize.Because when you prioritize stuff over God, then money becomes your master.And Martin Lloyd-Jones told this story.I can't stop thinking about it.He told this story about this farmer that had two cows gave birth at the same time.So now we have two baby cows.What is it called?Just seeing who's still listening.And okay, so he had two baby cows.So the farmer excitedly goes to his wife and he says, "Okay, here's what we're going todo.I'm going to raise both of these cows.And I'm going to sell one and all the money is going to God.And then I'm going to sell the other and all the money we're going to use for our family."And his wife says, "Well, which cow is which?The white one or the brown one?Which one's God's and which one's ours?"And the man says, "Ah, you know what?We'll worry about that later.We'll take care of that down the road somewhere."Well, a couple days later the wife walks into the house and the farmer was weeping.And the wife says, "Honey, what's the matter?"And the farmer goes, "God's cow died."That's funny, isn't it?It's really not because it's always God's cow that dies.It's always God's cow that dies.You know, you've got a sports tournament and church at the same time.You've got to go with the sports.It's always God's cow that dies.I'm not saying you're anathema if you miss church.I'm saying it's a huge red flag as to the way you're discipling your children when youteach them that anything else takes priority over church.When does worship ever have the priority?Are you discipling your kids to that?It's always God's cow that dies.It's like, well, we have youth group tonight, but we also have a dance recital.We can skip youth group because it's always God's cow that dies.You know, I really wanted to join a small group, Pastor Taylor, but you know what?I got this hobby that takes up most of my nights.So it's always God's cow that dies.And oh, yeah, we're talking about money.When money becomes tight, giving to God is the first thing to go because it's alwaysGod's cow that dies.Who's your master?I'll give you a real easy test.I'll give you a real easy test that will tell you where your heart is.Has this sermon really bothered you?If this sermon is really grating on you, so long as I have accurately represented whatour Lord has said, if this sermon is really grating on you, according to Him, it's goingto be grating on you.That means you love money and you hate God.If you're sitting here, and if you're going to be totally honest, and you resent the truththat God has a total claim on your life, then that means, in the words of our Lord, you'redevoted to money and you despise God.But you know, if you're generous, it sort of works the other way.If you're generous towards God, you hate that the world is constantly trying to take moreof your money.You hate when gas prices go up, you hate when grocery prices go up, you hate when your taxesgo up, because you sincerely respond to that by saying, "Oh, I wanted to give more, andthat's keeping me from that."And you hate that because you love God so much.You've got a master.The stuff I have, the money I make, is it to serve God or is it to serve me?Because if it's to serve you, ultimately, you're serving it.Look, at the end of the day, money is just a tool.Money's not evil.Money's not inherently good.Money is just a tool.But money is the most dangerous tool that you possess, because Jesus said that is the toolthat you will use to replace God.You know, there's so many self-serving, personal benefits to giving to God.Oh yes, the opposite is true too.Nothing to God blesses you, but when money is your master, you hurt yourself.Literally hurt yourself.Look at 1 Timothy 6:10.God says through the apostle Paul, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith."Look at this, "And pierced themselves with many pangs.The person who worships money by the way they live end up repeatedly stabbing themselves."So if you're sitting here at this point in the sermon and under your breath, in yourhead, in your heart, you're sitting here digging your heels in saying, "No one tellsme how to spend my money."Look, I earned this.It belongs to me.Okay.But I have an obligation to tell you that you're just stabbing yourself.So if God isn't your master, who are you hurting?On the other hand, giving it to God so I can keep it forever, letting the light shine inthat only comes to a generous heart, and serving a master who loves me and only wants goodfor me.I got plenty of self-serving reasons to give to God.Let's pray.Our Father in heaven, I'm sure this was a very uncomfortable several minutes for somepeople.That's okay.God, we didn't come here today for comfort.We came here to hear from You.And yes, sometimes God, You do comfort us with the truth.And Father, there are generous people sitting in this room that are comforted by all ofthe benefits that You have promised those who are generous.Father, I pray for those who are still holding on so tightly to stuff.I pray, Father, that this would be a time of some serious self-examination, and thatthey would not take the words of Jesus Christ lightly.But Father, I pray You would give them no rest until they seek to get this money issueright before You.It's worship, Father.It's worship.Let us worship You with the stuff that You've given us.We pray in Jesus' name.Amen.

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Sumérgete en el fascinante y controvertido mundo de los televangelistas en este nuevo episodio de nuestro podcast. Exploramos las vidas, el meteórico ascenso, las extravagancias y, en algunos casos, las impactantes caídas de figuras icónicas que han marcado la historia de la televisión religiosa. En este episodio especial, desglosamos las historias de Jim Bakker, desde su imperio mediático hasta su notoria caída y resurgimiento, descubriendo los detalles de su vida, sus escándalos y su impacto duradero. También conocerás la trayectoria de Luis Palau, uno de los evangelistas más influyentes a nivel mundial, su enfoque en las cruzadas masivas y su legado de fe y evangelismo. Finalmente, adéntrate en el fenómeno de Lakewood Church y la filosofía de prosperidad de Joel Osteen, uno de los pastores más populares y mediáticos de la actualidad. Analizamos cómo estos líderes religiosos construyeron sus imperios, las controversias que los rodearon y el impacto cultural y social de su mensaje. ¿Qué hay detrás del carisma, la fe y el poder de los televangelistas? No te pierdas este análisis profundo sobre el televangelismo, las vidas de pastores famosos, los escándalos religiosos, la intersección entre la fe y el dinero, y los diferentes estilos de liderazgo espiritual. ¡Suscríbete a nuestro canal para no perderte futuros episodios donde exploramos temas que te harán pensar! Únete a este canal para acceder a sus beneficios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCufpgYibos8dDFDms5SHxJg/join 2025 es el año de Herejes en Patreon. Mucho más contenido exclusivo creado por todos los Herejes, Larva, y Caro H Solis. Suscríbete y nos ayudas como de ninguna otra forma https://www.patreon.com/herejeselpodcast Merch https://chunchos.mx/collections/herejes Shows de  @Bobbyhereje  3 de Julio CDMX - Noche de Juegos! Show de Improv Comedy - El Hijo del Cuervo https://herejes.yasta.mx/eventos/167 17 de Julio Celaya, 4 Amigos Standup Comedy - Arbol de Café https://herejes.yasta.mx/eventos/200 18 de Julio León, 4 Amigos Standup Comedy - La Palomilla Bar https://lapalomilla.yasta.mx/eventos/1070 19 de Julio San Luis Potosí, 4 Amigos Standup Comedy - Bitter Dog Brewing Company https://potorrisas.yasta.mx/eventos/1234 - Ale Durán - https://www.instagram.com/corsario.hereje/ - Vasco - https://instagram.com/vasco.hereje/ -  @Bobbyhereje  - https://www.instagram.com/bobby.hereje Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 2.11From million-dollar mansions to private jets, the rise of “celebrity pastors” has sparked questions about fame, finances, and faithfulness in church leadership. In this episode, we explore the complex topic of pastoral compensation, beginning with high-profile examples like Joel Osteen, Creflo Dollar, and Carl Lentz—and what ethical concerns their lifestyles raise.Then we turn to Scripture: What does the Bible actually say about paying pastors? We look at clear New Testament teaching on the right to financial support, examples of abuse and warning, and Paul's model of both receiving and refusing support. We also tackle modern questions: How much is too much? Should married pastors be paid more? What about book deals?With biblical clarity and practical wisdom, we call churches to avoid both extremes—underpaying faithful shepherds and enabling lavish lifestyles that damage the gospel witness.National Snakebite Support: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GD3uyThiy/Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/-nvRLVHmFvAMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

Today we're joined by genre-defying artist Cautious Clay, who tells us about the process behind his new album, The Hours: Morning! Plus, in RELEVANT Buzz, two Christian hits have broken into the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in over a decade, and we talk about why Brandon Lake and Forrest Frank are redefining industry momentum. Plus we have the notable news from all the TV up-fronts happening this week, and some surprising legislation that got filed this week. Plus, the crew reflects on the podcast's 20th anniversary, the one-sided "rivalry" we had with Joel Osteen in the early years, and Jesse still being bitter about Osteen standing us up at the Nik Wallenda high wire stunt. And at the end of the show, the crew plays another round of One Has to Go—play along!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode I am joined by Professor Mara Einstein, digital marketing critic; author and public speaker on cult brands and influencer scams; and tenured professor of media studies at Queens College (CUNY). Mara discusses her latest book “Hoodwinked: How Marketers Use the Same Tactics as Cults”, warns about manipulative marketing techniques used in media and religions, details the 9 steps of cult recruitment, and shares case studies of religious marketing models. Mara recalls her own life journey from an early interest in religions and cults, her path through academia studying religion and marketing, and her own discipleship under and subsequent disillusionment with spiritual teacher and political activist Marianne Williamson. Mara also considers religion as a product, analyses stealth Buddhism and prosperity gospel preachers, and offers her own thoughts on how religious groups can market themselves more ethically. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep306-marketing-tactics-of-religions-cults-prof-mara-einstein Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics include: 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Hoodwinked, 01:21 - Religion as a product 02:17 - Early interest in religion and cults 03:36 - PhD about religion and policy 05:35 - Televangelists and the Passion of the Christ 06:52 - The Purpose Driven Church marketing 07:34 - The secularisation theory and why the US bucks the trend 08:13 - Joel Osteen vs Oprah Winfrey 09:34 - Why do secular organisations use religious themes? 11:41 - Cults and Multi-level marketing 13:14 - Brand cults such as Apple 14:46 - Marketing Hoodwinked 1536 - Social media vs television advertising 16:37 - Rage farming, increased anxiety, and becoming susceptible to messaging 20:20 - Brand purchases as expressions of individual identity 21:42 - Selling the sacred, how religion and marketing intersects 25:03 - Mara's own religious journey through Judaism and the New Age 26:31 - Becoming a follower of Marianne Williamson 27:01 - Disillusioned by religion 27:13 - Studying evangelicals 27:58 - Interviewing Ralph White 28:29 - Mara analyses her own journey to becoming a follower of Marianne Williamson 32:00 - World Nutella Day 34:18 - Going deeper with Marianne Williamson 36:10 - 9 steps of cult recruitment 36:47 - Targeting the vulnerable 40:26 - Upselling and the Kabbalah Centre 42:02 - Love-bombing 43:14 - Tough love 44:34 - Creation of in and out groups 46:30 - Severe repercussions for leaving 47:22 - American Evangelism 49:33 - How should religions market themselves with integrity? 49:52 - “He Gets Us” and the Alpha Course 52:07 -2 year mission trips don't work 52:41 - The best marketing is to live the message 54:49 - Shady marketing tactics to avoid 56:22 - Beware of panacea answers 57:02 - Beware the charismatic leader 57:56 - How would Mara advice a religious group to use marketing ethically? 59:33 - Know your target audience 01:01:13 - The brilliance of Rick Warren's consumer research driven marketing 01:02:47 - Is stealth Buddhism shady marketing? 01:04:44 - Bait and switch of secular mindfulness 01:06:34 - Capitalist meditation 01:07:42 - Is MBSR a bait and switch? 01:09:09 - Mara's advice for those selling corporate mindfulness 01:10:15 - Transparency vs deception 01:12:23 - Make it ok to question and ok to leave 01:13:31 - Hoodwinked 01:14:15 - Pervasiveness of cults 01:15:13 - Influencers and a spectrum of cults 01:16:29 - Teal Swan and lifestyle marketing 01:17:21 - Anyone can be pulled into a cult … To find our more about Professor Mara Einstein, visit: - https://www.drmaraeinstein.com/ For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

Segment 1 • Animated movie produced by Joel Osteen raises concerns. • "King of Kings" draws from Charles Dickens' theology, which emphasizes works righteousness. • Christianity shouldn't be reduced to a to-do list, especially in media. Segment 2 • New film based on Charles Dickens' theology, produced by Joel Osteen. • Dickens was influenced by Unitarianism, rejecting the Doctrine of the Trinity and Original Sin. • "The Life of Our Lord" highlights Dickens' moralistic view, not the gospel of grace. Segment 3 • Which story is most agitating? ◦ A professor launches a course called "The Queer Bible." ◦ Euthanasia in the Netherlands on the rise. ◦ Persecution of Christians in Nigeria. ◦ Flu vaccine paradox: higher risk of flu among vaccinated. ◦ Leftists justifying violence against Trump. Segment 4 • More shocking stories from today's culture: ◦ Men competing in female sports tournaments. ◦ Liberal women disowning straight children. ◦ Australian Christians potentially jailed for praying for LGBT individuals. ◦ Scientific claims about animal communication showing signs of complex thought. ___ Preorder the new book, Lies My Therapist Told Me, by Fortis Institute Fellow Dr. Greg Gifford now! https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/liesmytherapisttoldme ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!