Podcasts about keeping god

Proverbs 19:16–18 highlights the life-preserving power of obedience, the danger of careless living, and the responsibility of loving correction. Keeping God's commandment guards the soul, while disregard for His ways leads toward death. Loving discipline—especially in the formative years—is presented as an act of hope, not cruelty, aimed at shaping character before it is too late. In today's Morning Manna, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart examine how obedience sustains life, why accountability matters, and how righteous discipline serves God's redemptive purpose rather than human anger. Lesson 07-2026 Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting MannaNation.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961. MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com

What if the issue isn't that God lacks power—but that we've kept Him at a distance? In this sermon, we explore a life-shaping truth: God is leverage. While many believers affirm Scripture, respect it, and defend it, too often God's Word remains distant from daily life. When that happens, we end up carrying burdens—fear, anxiety, regret, shame, and sin—that we were never meant to carry alone. Drawing from passages like Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119:105, Joshua 1:8, and John 15:5, this message challenges listeners to rethink their relationship with Scripture—not as information to consume, but as a foundation to build upon. When God is close, His Word becomes active. When Scripture is embedded, spiritual power follows. And when God is within reach, nothing else gets the final say. This episode is especially meaningful for anyone entering a new season while still carrying weight from the past—and for believers who want more than a Sunday-only faith.

This is the Silver Lake Mennonite Church Sunday morning sermon by Robbie Yoder.Visit our website for more info about our church: https://silverlakemennonitechurch.com

It is important that we go into the New Year with God's Word and in alignment with Him. Regardless of your goals, dreams, and challenges, we all need God to get us there. We need to make sure that we have Vision (from God), Discipline (guardrails for the destination), and Keeping God's Law (God's Word is essential for us!). #LetGodWork[Proverbs 29:18]Thank you for listening and sharing this sermon/podcast!

The Promise Keeping God | Pastor Vern Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

Scripture reading -  Isaiah 2:1-5

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Text: 1 John 2:3-11 Title: Keeping God's Old But New Commandment As a pastor to God's people, the Apostle John wrote this letter to strengthen and encourage fellow believers. In this passage he presents three reasons that believers can know that they know God; i.e., know that they are saved from their sins: I. We keep his commandments/Word - v. 3-5 II. We walk in the same way Jesus walked - v. 5-6 III. We love the brothers and sisters in the church - v. 7 -11 True believers in Christ will demonstrate fidelity to God's Word and affection for God's people. Chapters: 0:00 Intro & Scripture Reading (1 John 2:3-11 ESV) 0:43 Opening Prayer 2:55 Context: John as Pastor to Believers 5:07 Real Christianity – Forgiven but Still Sinning 8:30 Jesus Delivers Us from Darkness into Light 11:43 How Do We Know We Truly Know Him? 15:19 1. Keeping His Commandments 23:45 2. Walking as Jesus Walked 29:02 3. Loving the Brothers & Sisters 32:40 Old Commandment Becomes New in Christ 35:36 The Darkness Is Passing – Light Is Shining 38:49 Hatred Has No Place in the Light 44:18 Summary: 3 Marks of Genuine Faith 46:13 Closing Prayer Hashtags: #1John #KnowGod #ObeyJesus #WalkLikeChrist #ChristianLove #LoveOneAnother #LightVsDarkness #BibleSermon #AssuranceOfSalvation #TrueFaith #JesusIsTheLight #Commandments #Sermon #ChristianLiving #GospelTruth

It is my privilege to invite you to today's sermon podcast. This episode explores God's miracles of provision—how He meets needs, multiplies what we give, and uses us to bless others—rooted in Scripture like Philippians 4:19 and stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Pastor Mike encourages listeners to trust God, put Him first in time, talent, and treasure, and be willing to be part of someone else's miracle as we celebrate Thanksgiving and practice faithful generosity. ---- WHEN PIGS FLY – 4 MIRACLE OF PROVISION Philippians 4:19 Introduction The Story of Squanto In Every Story of Need, There Is a Miracle of Provision Examples: Jesus, Elisha, Jonah God Promises to Meet Needs, Not Wants Are we confusing “wants” for “needs?” (Philippians 4:19) Principles of God's Miraculous Provision When God Guides, He Provides If God is guiding, He will satisfy needs even in difficulty (Isaiah 58:11) Abraham trusted God to provide, and God did (Gen. 22:8, 13-14, Jehovah Jireh) Application: God's provision follows obedience to His calling, not our own ambitions God Miraculously Multiplies What Is Given (2 Corinthians 9:10) Sometimes God provides Other times, God multiplies what we release . God multiplies as you give in faith—not before. Keeping God first releases provision and allows you to see God's faithfulness You Might Be Part of God's Miraculous Provision (2 Corinthians 9:11) God enriches us so we can be generous. Our generosity results in thanksgiving to God Application: Faithful giving and action can make you the answer to someone's prayer Conclusion:      In every story of need, there is a miracle of provision waiting to happen. Trust God, Put Him first, and Be willing to be part of His miracle in someone else's life. Find other Podcasts, Sermon Notes and the Bulletin here. https://www.mvcnaz.org/live Stay in touch with our Church Center App at https://www.mvcnaz.org/churchcenter Contact us through our CONNECT form at https://www.mvcnaz.org/connect  

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10.19.25 - CAROLINA LIVE: The Promise KeepingGod - Pastor Jimmy Baldwin, SR., M.DIV.Support the show

Pastor Whit continues our teaching series, Hearers & Doers.

Our God is a covenant keeper

How do you balance the demands of ministry and business without burning out? In this inspiring episode of Elevate The Day, Jennifer and Karen sit down with Rev. Phil Fannin to discuss the importance of leaning into the Holy Spirit's leading when juggling multiple callings.Rev. Phil shares practical wisdom and personal experiences on:• Listening and responding to the voice of the Holy Spirit in every season.• Surrendering your plans and trusting that God will equip you for what He calls you to do.• Keeping God first in both ministry and business ventures.• Finding peace and purpose by saying “yes” to what God is asking.If you've ever struggled with burnout, overwhelm, or finding balance between faith and work, this conversation will encourage you to rely fully on God's guidance and strength."But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." (Matthew 6:33 NKJV)Thank you for watching! Please like and share our podcastand subscribe to our channel so you never miss an episode!Contact us at jennifer@elevatetheday.comFor more information, visit elevatetheday.comhttps://www.facebook.com/elevatethedayhttps://www.instagram.com/elevatetheday/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JbNP_nVceQhISB53PpRJA/featured

Series - Romans: Guilt Grace and Gratitude pt. 76 Text - 11:1-6 by Nick Neves, pastor | Lord's Day Morning | 09.07.25

The Bible describes several covenants that God has initiated with man, but what is a covenant? How do we keep our side of a covenant? Are all God's covenants conditional on how we respond? Pastor Runge answers these and other questions on this subject. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1094/29

The Bible describes several covenants that God has initiated with man, but what is a covenant? How do we keep our side of a covenant? Are all God's covenants conditional on how we respond? Pastor Runge answers these and other questions on this subject. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1094/29

Romans 8:29-30 NKJV “A couple of weeks back we spoke about the idea of Moving Forward. That our faith is one of maturation, movement and progression. However if Joshua 3 was about why we should move forward, Romans 8 is about how we can move forward. I want to argue that we can have confidence in the future because of what God has already accomplished in the past. What has God accomplished? According to text, before the foundations of the earth God has ensured that your faith will not fail. In this life you may be subject to losing a lot of things but one thing you can't afford to lose in your faith. Yet God is such a God that He not only gives us faith to believe but takes on the responsibility to sustain our faith to keep us believing. This sermon we will be exploring how God displays His marvelous keeping power over our lives."

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The Bible describes several covenants that God has initiated with man, but what is a covenant? How do we keep our side of a covenant? Are all God's covenants conditional on how we respond? Pastor Runge answers these and other questions on this subject. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1094/29

The Bible describes several covenants that God has initiated with man, but what is a covenant? How do we keep our side of a covenant? Are all God's covenants conditional on how we respond? Pastor Runge answers these and other questions on this subject. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1094/29

The Bible describes several covenants that God has initiated with man, but what is a covenant? How do we keep our side of a covenant? Are all God's covenants conditional on how we respond? Pastor Runge answers these and other questions on this subject. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1094/29

In this thought-provoking episode, host Jeremy Agosto sits down with Pastor Robey Barnes and Angelica Barros to explore the role of artificial intelligence in the Christian life. Together, they unpack both the opportunities and dangers of AI—recognizing its usefulness as a tool while warning against treating it as a source of ultimate truth. From practical examples like using AI for efficiency to the deeper question of whether believers are relying on technology more than God, the conversation points back to the reality that AI lacks the Holy Spirit, cannot replace divine wisdom, and must be used with discernment. Ultimately, this episode calls Christians to engage with innovation while keeping Christ at the center, seeking His voice above all else.

Text: Genesis 15   Abram Believes the Truth of God's Promise (Gen. 15:1-6) God comes to Abram through His revealed Word. God reveals Himself as both deliverer and provider to dispel Abram's doubts and fears. Abram believes in God's Word and is justified by faith, giving us the Gospel pattern for belief.   God Guarantees the Fulfillment of His Covenant (Gen. 15:7-21) God's covenant guarantees land and blessing for God's people by His eternal character. God's people will be afflicted sojourners, but He will remain faithful to them as their deliverer and provider. Abram's offspring extends to all who are in Christ (Galatians 3:27-29).

Dr Michael Rydelnik will join us to talk all things Israel. We will tackle questions like: Are Judea and Samaria “occupied territories”? What does Netanyahu have planned for the next stage of the war with Hamas? And, why are so many nations declaring “Palestine” as a state prior to the U.N. conference in September? Join us for the answers to these questions and more.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Michael Rydelnik will join us to talk all things Israel. We will tackle questions like: Are Judea and Samaria “occupied territories”? What does Netanyahu have planned for the next stage of the war with Hamas? And, why are so many nations declaring “Palestine” as a state prior to the U.N. conference in September? Join us for the answers to these questions and more. Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Geoff Alfassa preaches on Psalm 105.

Do you try to put God first in your life, but find it hard to keep Him first? Today on 15 Minutes in the Word, Joyce shares how to break free of distractions that get between you and God.

Introduction: The Book of Haggai is a book about God, about worship, about holiness. These themes take us back to the days of altars of Noah; of Abram (Abraham); of Isaac; of Jacob; and the Tabernacle of Moses (Play Video of Tabernacle). Haggai is the 37th book in the Old Testament .  Haggai is a Post-Exilic book meaning the timeframe happens after the Babylonian Captivity. God directed the Assyrians, Babylonians, & the Persians to accomplish His will!I. Let's set a timeline:1. Solomon's Temple built around 957 BC (United Monarchy)2. The Northern Kingdom (Israel) is defeated by Assyria in 722 BC3. The Southern Kingdom (Judah) is defeated by Babylon and the Temple was destroyed around 587-586 BC. The Book of Lamentations was written by Jeremiah based on what God did and what he saw (Lamentations 3:22-23)4. Zerubbabel's Temple (Book of Haggai) started in 536 BC and stopped with the foundation. 5. Restart on Zerubbabel's Temple started back in 520 BC. Finished in four months. Some were alive to see Solomon's Temple.READ HAGGAI 1 & 2 II. Some critical statement made in these 2 chapters:1. “Consider your ways” – 1:5 & 72. “That I may take pleasure” – 1:83. “Obeyed the voice of the Lord” – 1:124. “I am with you” – 1:13 & 2:45. “Be strong” – 2:4 (3 times)6. “The latter glory of this house will be greater than the former” – 2:97. “Make you like a signet ring, for I have chosen you” – 2:23 III. The Book of Haggai is connected to the Book of Ezra1. Read II Chronicles 36:22-23 2. Read Ezra 3:8-133. Read Ezra 4:1-5 (“adversaries” lied; “discouraged”; “made them afraid”; “bribed”). Fear of man paralyzes us. Fear of God frees us.4. Cyrus & Darius blessed the returning remnant (and paid for the rebuilding project!)5. Read Ezra 5:1-2 (Back on track)  IV. Haggai 1 – WHAT TIME IS IT?1. Haggai 1:3 - 2. Haggai 1:8 – 3. Haggai 1:12 4. Haggai 1:13 – 5. Haggai 1:14 –CHAPTER 2 NEXT WEEK 

I. Introduction: The Book of Haggai matters because the Temple matters. The Temple matters because worship matters. Worship matters because God is a holy God and commands those who worship Him to be holy as well. The Temple is primarily about God's presence, but is also about God's place. Don't make the place more important than the presence. The pride of the Temple was a problem in Solomon's day and in Jesus' day. II. Read Haggai 1 & 2 (Matthew 6:33-34) III. The History of True Worship -• False worship -• Vain worship -• True worship - 1. The altars in Genesis: a. Genesis 8:20-22, Noah at Mount Ararat b. Genesis 12:5-7, Abram at Shechem c. Genesis 12:8-9, Abram at Bethel d. Genesis 13:14-18, Abram at Hebron e. Genesis 22:9-14, Abraham at Mount Moriah (a father offered a son) f. Isaac would build altars to worship the LORD g. Jacob would build altars to worship the LORD 2. The altars in Exodus: a. Exodus 3:1-6, Moses was in the presence of God b. Exodus 12 - The doorposts were the “altars” c. Exodus 17:8-16, Israel defeats Amalek then Moses builds an altar (Jehovah-Nissi) 3. The Tabernacle in Exodus - 24:15-18 a. Exodus 25-40 (incredible detail of the mobile sanctuary) b. Joshua 22:19-29 (The eastern tribes' altar of witness) 4. The Temple with David & Solomon - a. I Chronicles 15:1; 16:1; 17:1-15, 16-27; 22:1-19; 28:1-21; 29:1-22 5. The Temples in the Old & New Testaments: a. Solomon's Temple - b. Zerubabbel's Temple (Haggai) - c. Herod's Temple (46 years) - John d. Tribulation Temple rebuilt - Ezekiel 40-48; (Abomination of Desolation) -

In this episode, Dan Tortora (DT) speaks with Deondre Francois about his college football experience, including the adversity he faced while at Florida State, the idea that perception is reality, what he would say to himself in the past, why he believes things have happened in his life, God's fingerprints on his path, lessons learned, why he chose to continue his career at Hampton University, & Much More, with Deondre's thoughts on his former coach Jimbo Fisher, the best lesson Jimbo ever taught him, his take on the current state of college football with NIL & the transfer portal, & his message to his child... Don't miss a second of this candid conversation between DT & Deondre! Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, X, & Instagram! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.podbean.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device inside the Great Lakes Honda City Studios (7140 Henry Clay Blvd, Liverpool, NY)! You can also Watch LIVE MON through FRI, 9-11amET on youtube.com/wakeupcalldt, facebook.com/wakeupcalldt, & facebook.com/LiveNowDT. This special is Proudly Presented by: Carvel DeWitt Great Lakes Honda City The Wildcat Sports Pub Ma & Pa's Kettle Corn & Popcorn Factory Brian's Landing K-9 Kampground Dog Boarding Brooklyn Pickle Pinehurst NC Le Moyne College Bryant & Stratton Syracuse Binghamton University Pizza Man Pub K-9 Kamp Dog Daycare Avicolli's Restaurant Mother's Cupboard Chick-fil-A Cicero

A Biblical Overview of the Covenants | Andy Sabaka

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Joel 1-3; 2 Timothy 1 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! It's June 25th, a new day in our journey through the scriptures together. I'm your host Hunter, your brother and Bible reading coach—coming alongside you daily to walk through the pages of God's Word and point the way to the living Word, Jesus. In today's episode, we dive into the dramatic visions of the prophet Joel (chapters 1–3), where we hear about devastating locust invasions, calls to repentance, and God's faithful promise to restore and pour out His Spirit on all people. Then, we turn to 2 Timothy chapter 1, as Paul encourages Timothy to "fan into flame" the gift of God within him, reminding us all that God has given us a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline—not fear. Together, we'll reflect on what it means to tend the fire of God's presence in our lives, trust Him in every season, and pray for His Spirit to move in our world today. So grab your Bible, settle in, and let's be nourished by God's Word and presence—because you are deeply loved, and you don't have to walk this path alone. Let's begin today's reading and prayer, right here on the Daily Radio Bible. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Fan into flame the gift of God. If you want to cook, you're going to need some fire. If you're going to eat, you're going to need some heat. Every day, you must fan into flame that gift, that fire, that God has ignited in your life. That's what Paul is telling Timothy here in 2 Timothy 1. He says, This is why I remind you—apparently he's told him this before—to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you. The fire of God's abiding presence in us illuminates our path. It gives us power to live out our purpose. Paul tells Timothy: let it burn. Let it light the path. Fan that into flame. Do all that is necessary to tend that fire within you, then see what God will do. And the same is true for us. God has given us a gift—it's his abiding presence in us. There's a specific purpose that he has uniquely gifted each of us for. And it's the Spirit's fire that will illuminate that path for us and empower us to participate with God and to live out our purpose, even this very day. As you abide in him and walk with him and trust him, the fire of God's presence—his Spirit abiding in you—will show you what's required of you. Ask him to make you diligent, to tend to that fire of life, his life in you. May you fulfill all of his purposes for you. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's the prayer that I have for my family, for my wife and my daughters and my son. And that's the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Gracious and everlasting God, you have brought us through the shadow of night into the promise of a new day. You go before us with your mercy, sustain us by your grace and keep us from wandering paths of fear or pride. Let every word we speak and every step we take be formed by the goodness of Christ. O Lord, gather your people far and near. May every tribe and tongue come to know your peace. Let justice roll like a river and healing flow where there has been division. Pour out your spirit upon all flesh and bring us closer to the day when your kingdom comes in fullness through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

This sermon explores the importance of maintaining God's position as the primary influence in one's life, particularly in the realm of desires and decision-making. Pastor Kerrick emphasizes the need to continually seek God's kingdom and righteousness, even when faced with competing desires or opportunities. He challenges listeners to examine what truly occupies the "throne of their soul" and encourages them to align their will with God's plan, even when it requires sacrificing personal ambitions.

Episode 177 - How do you maintain a spiritual focus during the summer months? In this episode, Fr Sean Danda and Nathanael Rea discuss the importance of intentional leisure, prayer routines, and connecting with nature. They also discuss the significance of building Christian fellowship, reflecting on personal growth, and savoring life's simple pleasures while also embracing the discomfort that comes with spiritual growth. Takeaways:Summer is a time for restoration and reorientation to God.Leisure should be intentional and focused on higher things.Maintaining prayer routines is crucial during chaotic summer months.Physical health and outdoor activities enhance spiritual well-being.Building Christian fellowship is important for personal growth.Reflecting on the past year helps in spiritual development.Savoring food and experiences fosters gratitude.Embracing discomfort can lead to spiritual growth.Connecting with nature can deepen one's relationship with God.Keeping God at the center of summer activities is essential.

TODAY'S TREASUREO Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah.Psalm 84:8O Lord of hosts, blessed is the one who trusts in you! Psalm 84:12Send us a comment!Support the show

Big Idea: Growing your relationship with Jesus will also grow every other relationship.  - Part 21 Corinthians 7:10-241. Marriage is a covenant from God.1 Corinthians 7:10-13To the married I give this command-not I, but the Lord-a wife is not to leave her husband. But if she does leave, she must remain unmarried or be reconciled to her husband-and a husband is not to divorce his wife. But I (not the Lord) say to the rest: If any brother has an unbelieving wife and she is willing to live with him, he must not divorce her. Also, if any woman has an unbelieving husband and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce her husband.2. It reflects Christ and the Church. 1 Corinthians 7:14-16For the unbelieving husband is made holy by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is made holy by the husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is they are holy. But if the unbeliever leaves, let him leave. A brother or a sister is not bound in such cases. God has called you to live in peace. Wife, for all you know, you might save your husband. Husband, for all you know, you might save your wife.3. Live for God where you are right now. 1 Corinthians 7:17-20Let each one live his life in the situation the Lord assigned when God called him. This is what I command in all the churches. Was anyone already circumcised when he was called? He should not undo his circumcision. Was anyone called while uncircumcised? He should not get circumcised. Circumcision does not matter and uncircumcision does not matter. Keeping God's commands is what matters. Let each of you remain in the situation in which he was called.4. Allow God into your situation1 Corinthians 7:21-24Were you called while a slave? Don't let it concern you. But if you can become free, by all means take the opportunity. For he who is called by the Lord as a slave is the Lord's freedman. Likewise he who is called as a free man is Christ's slave. You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of people. Brothers and sisters, each person is to remain with God in the situation in which he was called.Next Steps: Believe: I need God to restore my relationship this week.Become: I will seek God in my relationship today. Be Sent: I will set the example as a spouse, single, divorced, or widowed this week. Discussion Questions:1.    Do you feel God intends for everyone or most people to get married? Why or why not?2.    How would you deal with being in an unequally yoked marriage?3.    What are your thoughts on divorce?4.    In what ways can believers direct their current marital or single life for the glory of God?5.    Do you judge people who are single between 25-50, and wonder why they haven't gotten married and have kids?6.    How does Paul's teaching on marriage challenge or affirm your personal views?7.    How can the church better support both single and married individuals?8.    Pray for people in whatever status (married or single) they are in this week.

Jesus said, “Whoever loves me will keep my word… and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.” (John 14:23)   In this powerful Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer explains why keeping God's Word is not just about obedience—it's about love, transformation, and becoming a dwelling place for God. When we receive and live God's Word, Christ Himself dwells within us and begins to transform us from the inside out.  

Topics: Billions Of People, Breaking Animal News, Repentance, Loud Sneezers, Getting Married, Shock Jock, Our Attention, Switching Careers, Fellowship, 1 Timothy 2:14, Car Accident, Your Safe With Jesus   Quotes: “God has infinite time for you.” “Repentance means I'm saying ‘yes' to a different way of living.” “Keeping God in the front of our mind is really life-giving.” “I'm all for the silliness.” “There's a dignity about being at peace.” . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook! For faith based banking, click here!

Good Days!! Welcome back to the Good Days Podcast.This podcast hopes to help equip and encourage those who are in ministry. In this episode Eddy and Charlie have special guest Isaac Steiner. Isaac talks about the importance of sitting at the feet of Jesus before serving. Produced by:Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by:Nathan YorkGraphics created by:Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine)Facilities Provided by:Indiana Wesleyan UniversityThe Called Collective seeks to equip the next generation of ministry leaders. We accomplish this by resourcing teens and pastors for the work of ministry. The Called Collective Social Network is designed for High School teens called to ministry in order for them to learn ministry skills, share in community with students across the world, and develop their call. Please check out the Called Collective.Website: ⁠thecalledcollective.org⁠C2 Social Network: ⁠members.thecalledcollective.org⁠Podcasts:Fresh Text - A weekly podcast where two pastor-scholars come up with sermon ideas . Every Monday, 1 hr typically.Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: ⁠https://linktr.ee/freshtextpodcast⁠Modern Parables - A weekly podcast where four pastors create sermon illustrations from cultural topics. Every Tuesday, 30-1hr typically.Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: ⁠https://linktr.ee/modernparables⁠Good Days with Eddy Shigley and Charlie Alcock - A weekly podcast where they will share a Ministry Principle and how it has played out in their years of ministry. Every Wednesday, 20-25 minutes typically.Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: ⁠https://linktr.ee/GoodDayswithEddyandCharlie⁠The Defining Yes. A Women in Ministry Podcast - A weekly podcast where women called into ministry share their stories. Every Thursday, 30 minutes typically.Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thedefiningyes⁠Coffee and Calling - A weekly podcast where a pastor, missionary, professor, or student shares their calling story. Every Friday, 30-35 minutes typically.Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: ⁠https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcalling⁠The Called Collective is a ministry sponsored by⁠ The School of Theology & Ministry⁠ (STM) at ⁠Indiana Wesleyan University⁠. The School of Theology & Ministry has been equipping pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders at the undergraduate level for over 100 years. We are relentless in our mission to advance the Kingdom by equipping women and men for a lifetime of transformation service.

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: God's Will for Your WorkDevotional: 2 of 4Circumcision is nothing and uncircumcision is nothing. Keeping God's commands is what counts. Each person should remain in the situation they were in when God called them. Were you a slave when you were called? Don't let it trouble you—although if you can gain your freedom, do so. (1 Corinthians 7:19-21)My pastor Chris Basham offers an analogy about God's will that I love. Imagine you set up a backyard full of activities for your kids—a pool, a swingset, monkey bars, a trampoline, a football. You tell them they're free to play with anything they like, as long as they stay inside the fence, because beyond it lies a pond filled with venomous snakes.Now imagine your kids keep asking, Can I throw the football? At some point, you'd say, Of course! I wouldn't have put it there if I didn't want you to enjoy it.Many of us act like those kids—constantly asking God for permission to do things he has already permitted. And that's precisely what Paul addresses in today's passage.The Corinthians, young in their faith, were asking: Should we be circumcised? Should we change jobs? Paul's response? It doesn't matter. “Keeping God's commands is what counts.” That is his “will” as we saw last week. If all of your options are within the fence of obedience to God's commands, you're free to choose.Paul's words bring me to the second truth for discerning God's will for your work…Truth #2: God's will is that his children have free will within the boundaries of his commands. This may explain why you sometimes don't hear a clear answer from the Lord when weighing two equally God-honoring choices. God just might not have an opinion. It's not that he doesn't care—he simply might be delighting in your freedom.Extending my pastor's analogy, imagine your kids ask not for your permission per se but for your opinion—Should I swim in the pool or jump on the trampoline? Your response would likely be, You choose! As long as you stay in the fence and want me with you, I'll be thrilled.Let me be clear: You very well may hear a clear answer from the Lord regarding the decision you have to make. But maybe God's lack of an answer is his answer: You are my child. As long as you stay within the boundary of my commands, you are safe and free.Paul's words just a few chapters after today's passage are instructive here: “whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). In other words, if your motivation as you make decisions is “the glory of God” you are free to do “whatever.” Glorify him today by choosing freely within the boundaries of his commands.