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Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, May 02, 2025 was written by Thomas Riggs and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Isaiah 6:1-4In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling to one another:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty;    the whole earth is full of his glory.”At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke. Support the show

Minor Prophets - Amos Today we are looking at the book of Amos! Amos was a prophet during the time of King Uzziah of Judah and King Jeroboam of Israel. His prophecy came somewhere roundabout the year 760 BC, give or take a few decades! At this time Israel and Judah were enjoying an unusual spell of prosperity and political stability. This was especially the case in Israel, where the land was very fertile and abundant crops were growing. The threat from the kingdom of Assyria seemed to have lessened, at least for the time being, so life was pretty good.  Amos' words speak to us today. Come and listen to find out more of how these ancient words speak to you! Click or tap here to download as a mp3 file    

Jada briefly goes over King Uzziah's rise to power and his fall to pride and how we can reflect on our own lives and see where we too may be putting our own goals and ambitions over God's kingdom work.

Isaiah 6:1-8In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. 3 And they were calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.” 4 At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke.  5 “Woe to me!” I cried. “I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the King, the Lord Almighty.”  6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me with a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from the altar. 7 With it he touched my mouth and said, “See, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for.” 8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”

Men are struggling in silence. Dr. Gabe dives into an important but often overlooked conversation about the hidden battles men face, especially in the Black church. With years of pastoral experience, he breaks down why so many men hesitate to engage in faith communities. From the weight of pride and resistance to spiritual guidance to the societal pressures that keep them silent, he unpacks it all. Dr. Gabe challenges the norms, encourages real vulnerability, and shares how humility and seeking God can lead to personal and spiritual growth.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 9 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Understanding the Book of Isaiah: A Deep Dive into Historical Context and Prophetic MessagesIntroduction: The Book of Isaiah stands as one of the most profound and influential texts in the Old Testament. Often referred to as the "fifth gospel," Isaiah's writings offer a rich tapestry of prophecy, history, and theological insight. In a recent Bible study session, we explored the first chapter of Isaiah, delving into the historical context, the prophet's life, and the overarching themes of his message. This blog post aims to summarize the key points discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of Isaiah's significance.The Prophet Isaiah: Background and Historical ContextIsaiah, the son of Amoz, is the author of the book that bears his name. His life and ministry are primarily documented in the books of Kings and Chronicles, with additional, albeit sometimes questionable, details provided by Jewish tradition. Isaiah is believed to be of noble birth, possibly related to King Amaziah and King Uzziah. Isaiah's ministry occurred during a tumultuous period marked by political strife involving Israel, Syria, Assyria, Egypt, and Babylon. His role extended beyond spiritual guidance; he also advised kings on political and military matters. This dual role underscores the importance of understanding the historical context to fully grasp the depth of Isaiah's prophecies.The Structure and Themes of Isaiah1. Prayer and Person: The initial focus on prayer and the person of Isaiah sets the stage for understanding his prophetic mission. Isaiah's relationship with God and his role as a covenant prosecutor for the Mosaic covenant are central to his message.2. Place: Isaiah's writings were primarily directed at the people of Judah and Jerusalem. His prophecies addressed both immediate and future events, validating his credibility as a prophet and encouraging trust and obedience to God.3. Prophecies and Fulfillment: Isaiah's prophecies, both short and long-term, serve to validate his role as a prophet. The fulfillment of these prophecies reinforces the trustworthiness of God's word and the importance of obedience.The Mosaic Covenant and Its ImplicationsA significant portion of the discussion centered on the Mosaic covenant, a conditional covenant with blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience. Isaiah's role involved reminding the people of their covenant violations and calling them to repentance. This covenant is seen as an expansion of the covenant of works between Adam and God, encompassing moral law, case law, and ceremonial law.Isaiah's prophecies often condemned Israel and other nations based on the moral law outlined in the Mosaic covenant. This universal application of God's law underscores the belief in God's sovereignty over all nations and the moral obligation of all people to obey Him.Timeline and Historical AccuracyUnderstanding the timeline of Isaiah's ministry is crucial for contextualizing his prophecies. Isaiah's ministry began around 740 B.C., during the reign of King Uzziah, and continued through the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. The Everlasting Dominion of ChristOne of the most profound aspects of Isaiah's message is the prophecy of Christ's everlasting dominion. Isaiah 9 speaks of the increase of His government and peace, which will have no end. This theme resonates throughout the Bible study, emphasizing the sovereignty of God and the fulfillment of His promises.ConclusionThe Book of Isaiah offers a rich and complex narrative that intertwines historical context, prophetic messages, and theological insights. By understanding the background, structure, and themes of Isaiah's writings, we gain a deeper appreciation for his role as one of the greatest Old Testament prophets. As we continue to study Isaiah, let us remember the importance of obedience to God's word and the assurance of His everlasting dominion.

By David Marcum - If you are diligent and work hard seeking to do God's Will, then He will bless you perhaps even with wealth and power in this life - but don't be ike King Uzziah. He was considered a good king of Judah until he became prideful and ended up in shame. It's not how you start but how you finish that

This is the story of Isaiah's vision in the temple and his calling and commissioning as a prophet. At first, this story seems inaccessible. It's not like we're all seeing heavenly beings flying around all the time. So this raises all sorts of questions. And maybe we don't have answers to some, or all of those questions! But the story is still worth thinking through. So in examining it, we're going to notice some things. First, this story seems to be telling us that God is a God of encounter. God actually shows up. "In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord." God shows up in a time of chaos - crisis. I wonder, as we look at our world, personal, political, cultural, what does it mean for God to show up? Scripture and the witness of others tells us that God does show up - that God is a God of encounter. Next, this story seems to tell us that worship is dangerous. "Woe to me!" A hot coal touches his lips. Transformation happens. What would happen if we came to worship trusting in the power of this vision? How do we feel about forgiveness being painful? Are we ready for change? Do we want transformation? Finally, this story measures success differently than we do. God chooses Isaiah to speak the truth. The truth is so real and raw and reorienting that people won't want to hear it. They choose not to hear it. And they walk away. Success here isn't popularity and a mega church. The promise here is a stump, a remnant, a holy seed. It might not be much, but it will be just enough. Do we dare trust in the God of tiny seeds? Speaker: Aaron Vis Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13 https://www.bible.com/events/49389384

Reading 1Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8In the year King Uzziah died,I saw the Lord seated on a high and lofty throne,with the train of his garment filling the temple.Seraphim were stationed above.They cried one to the other,"Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts!All the earth is filled with his glory!"At the sound of that cry, the frame of the door shookand the house was filled with smoke.Then I said, "Woe is me, I am doomed!For I am a man of unclean lips,living among a people of unclean lips;yet my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts!"Then one of the seraphim flew to me,holding an ember that he had taken with tongs from the altar.He touched my mouth with it, and said,"See, now that this has touched your lips,your wickedness is removed, your sin purged."Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying,"Whom shall I send?  Who will go for us?""Here I am," I said; "send me!"Reading 21 Corinthians 15:1-11 I am reminding you, brothers and sisters,of the gospel I preached to you,which you indeed received and in which you also stand.Through it you are also being saved,if you hold fast to the word I preached to you,unless you believed in vain.For I handed on to you as of first importance what I also received:that Christ died for our sinsin accordance with the Scriptures;that he was buried;that he was raised on the third dayin accordance with the Scriptures;that he appeared to Cephas, then to the Twelve.After that, Christ appeared to morethan five hundred brothers at once,most of whom are still living,though some have fallen asleep.After that he appeared to James,then to all the apostles.Last of all, as to one born abnormally,he appeared to me.For I am the least of the apostles,not fit to be called an apostle,because I persecuted the church of God.But by the grace of God I am what I am,and his grace to me has not been ineffective.Indeed, I have toiled harder than all of them;not I, however, but the grace of God that is with me.Therefore, whether it be I or they,so we preach and so you believed.GospelLuke 5:1-11While the crowd was pressing in on Jesus and listeningto the word of God,he was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret.He saw two boats there alongside the lake;the fishermen had disembarked and were washing their nets.Getting into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon,he asked him to put out a short distance from the shore.Then he sat down and taught the crowds from the boat.After he had finished speaking, he said to Simon,"Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch."Simon said in reply,"Master, we have worked hard all night and have caught nothing,but at your command I will lower the nets."When they had done this, they caught a great number of fishand their nets were tearing.They signaled to their partners in the other boatto come to help them.They came and filled both boatsso that the boats were in danger of sinking.When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at the knees of Jesus and said,"Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man."For astonishment at the catch of fish they had made seized himand all those with him,and likewise James and John, the sons of Zebedee,who were partners of Simon.Jesus said to Simon, "Do not be afraid;from now on you will be catching men."When they brought their boats to the shore,they left everything and followed him.

It may seem easier to be a king and have unlimited power, but the temptations are not that different. Just as real ordinary people struggle with their own distractions and idols, so do those with power—maybe even more so—placing their idols before God. The true challenge of following Jesus is about whether we will succumb to our idolatrous cravings be they success or power or control or wealth or security or whatever or will we respond faithfully to God's call to come and follow him.

What would it be like to stand in the presence of God’s holiness? Would you feel welcomed—or fear being obliterated by His glory? In this Scripture Meditation, we’ll explore Isaiah’s breathtaking vision of God’s holiness in Isaiah 6. It’s a scene of unmatched majesty—God seated on a lofty throne, the train of His robe filling the temple, and angelic beings declaring, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies!” Isaiah’s response reflects what many of us might feel: an awareness of our sin in the presence of a perfect and holy God. But instead of condemning Isaiah, God showed him grace. A burning coal touched Isaiah’s lips, and his sin was completely removed. Through Jesus, we, too, are forgiven and welcomed into God’s holy presence. And just as Isaiah responded to God’s holiness with worship and obedience, we are invited to step boldly into God’s plans for us. In this meditation, you’ll be invited to: Imagine yourself in this heavenly scene, joining the angels in worship. Reflect on how God’s holiness shapes your view of Him and your life. Respond to God’s invitation to live with greater reverence for His holiness. As you meditate on God’s holiness, may you be filled with awe, drawn closer to His heart, and inspired to say as Isaiah did, “Here I am, Lord. Send me.” Here are some helpful links: Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a Scripture Meditation Journal here. You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. The entire meditation text is as follows: Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-4, NLT It was in the year King Uzziah died that I saw the Lord. He was sitting on a lofty throne, and the train of his robe filled the Temple. 2 Attending him were mighty seraphim, each having six wings. With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. 3 They were calling out to each other, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies! The whole earth is filled with his glory!” 4 Their voices shook the Temple to its foundations, and the entire building was filled with smoke. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

“In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with tow he flew. 3 And one called to another and said: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!' 4 And the posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 So I said: ‘Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.' 6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. 7 And he touched my mouth with it, and said: ‘Behold, this has touched your lips; your iniquity is taken away, and your sin purged.'” Isaiah 6:1-7“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” Matthew 5:8PURE (adj.): not mixed or adulterated with any other substance or material“But as He who call you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, ‘you shall be holy, for I am holy.'” 1 Peter 1:15-16“Our lack of purity is an expression of our belief in the nature and person of God. The answer to being pure is not in action alone but in belief that proceeds these actions. It's not just about not sinning. But for better it is to learn who God really is. To look to Jesus and see him as pure.”- Jackie Hill Perry“1 In the year King Uzziah died, I saw…”“1…I saw the LORD sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of his robe filled the temple.”“2 Above it stood seraphim: each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew.”“3 Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; The whole earth is full of His glory.”“Holiness means ‘separation' and is translated sanctify or purity”- David Hoching“To say the Lord is holy says something. To say the Lord is holy, holy, says more. To say holy, holy, holy is the LORD is to declare this holiness in the highest possible degree.”- David Guzik“Holy is the way God is. To be holy He does not conform to a standard. He is that standard. He is absolutely holy with an infinite, incomprehensible fullness of purity that is incapable of being other than it is. Because he is holy, his attributes are holy. That is whatever we think of belonging to God must be thought of a holy.”- A. W. Tozer“4 The posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke.”“5 So I said: ‘Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.'”“After seeing the holy God, Isaiah then saw himself.”- Jackie Hill PerryThe holiness of God magnified the unholiness of himself“We have a ridiculously low view of sin and an equally mediocre grasp of the holiness of God.”- Jackie Hill Perry“We have all become like one who is unclean, and all out righteous deeds are like a polluted garment.” Isaiah 64:6“6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar? And he touched my mouth with it, and said ‘Behold, this has touched your lips; your iniquity is taken away, and your sin is purged.'”Holiness mandates purificationagiazo (ah-yea-zo): to make holy; to be set apart for service to God and to abandon practices that displease him“Sanctification is the progressive work of God to make a believer more like Jesus Christ”- Grace Seming“Sanctification is the process of becoming more like Christ in our conduct and in character”- Mike Sulivan“The goal of sanctification is to renew men's and women's hearts in God's image”- John Wesleyhe sets us apart (sanctified) to be set apart (holy)refined as: 1) with impurities or unwanted elements having been removed by processing. 2) developed or improved so as to be precise or subtle“For He (God) is like a refiner's fire or a launder's soup. He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; he will purify the Levites and refine them like gold and silver. Then the LORD will have men who will bring offerings in righteousness.” Malachi 3:2-3“Nevertheless, when one turns to the Lord (aka when one repents/looks/beholds), the veil is taken away (salvation)….But we all with unveiled face (saved), beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord (God's image), are being transformed (sanctification/refined) into the same image (God's) from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.”  2 Corinthians 3:16,18“God made us to image Himself. To exist in the world in such a way that when observed, whoever looked at us could accurately imagine God.”- Jackie Hill Perry“Holiness is the everyday business of the Christian. It evidences itself in the decisions we make and the things we do, hour by hour, day by day.”- Charles ColsonAs we behold him, we encounter his holiness. His holiness exposes our unholiness. His holiness then mandates purification. As we respond to this call, and turn to him, he refines us. He sanctifies us and makes us purified. And now pure, we can see him, even more brilliantly. and reflect him even more accurately.“I believe that as you see Him as He is, you'll want to be just like Him too. Holy.”- Jackie Hill Perry

Pride grows when success outpaces our character and spiritual maturity, leading to a dangerous downfall. This week we look at the story of King Uzziah and how we can intentionally cultivate humility, recognize success as a gift, and stay rooted in God's wisdom.

In this episode of Arise and Abide, Curtis and Sally delve into the reign of King Uzziah as detailed in 2 Kings 14-15 and 2 Chronicles 26. They explore themes of faithfulness, pride, and God's unwavering patience and love. The conversation reflects on the dangers of pride, the importance of contentment in God's plan, and the lessons learned from Uzziah's overstepping his role, leading to his downfall. The hosts discuss how these stories illustrate God's faithfulness to His people despite their repeated failures, emphasizing the importance of humility, dependence on God, and seeking His glory rather than personal fame. Sally and Curtis also draw parallels to the New Testament, pointing out how these Old Testament accounts foreshadow the grace and access to God provided through Jesus Christ. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their calling, resist prideful ambition, and trust in God's perfect plan for their lives. Join Curtis and Sally for this insightful discussion on God's enduring faithfulness and the perils of losing sight of Him.

Episode 227: Too Strong for GodAre we too strong for our own good? This thought-provoking message challenges our desire for constant victory and strength, reminding us that God sometimes allows weakness in our lives for a greater purpose. The story of King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26 serves as a powerful warning about the dangers of pride that can come with uninterrupted success. As long as Uzziah sought the Lord, he prospered, but when he became strong, he grew proud and fell. This narrative invites us to examine our own hearts: Are we relying on our own strength or on God's grace? It's a call to cultivate humility and maintain a posture of dependence on God, even in our moments of triumph. We're encouraged to see our weaknesses not as obstacles, but as opportunities for God's power to be perfected in us.

January 10, 2025

We are starting off 2025 reminding ourselves to put first things first. We talk about having a fire for God as we look at the story of King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26. For more information on The Gathering, check out our website thegathering.online    

Isaiah recounts his call into the prophetic office. In the same year that King Uzziah died, Isaiah saw the LORD as the true King in the LORD's heavenly temple. There, the six-winged seraphim sang the LORD's praises, for His glory fills the whole earth. As the temple shook, Isaiah realized that his sin would mean death for him in seeing the holy God. Yet the LORD provided atonement for Isaiah's sin by sending one of the angels with a burning coal from the altar. In this forgiveness, Isaiah was sent by the LORD to proclaim the LORD's judgment against an unhearing and unseeing people. Yet even as destruction would come, the LORD promised that His holy Seed would remain.  Rev. Jacob Dandy, pastor at Zion Lutheran Church and School in Terra Bella, CA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Isaiah 6:1-30.  "The Fifth Evangelist” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through Isaiah 1-39. The prophet proclaims to the people of his day and throughout history that the Holy One of Israel alone is exalted. Those who put their trust in the strength of man will be brought low, but those who trust in the LORD will see that He is their Immanuel. Jesus is God with us who reigns over the kingdom of God forever and ever! Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Support Common Prayer Daily @ PatreonVisit our Website for more www.commonprayerdaily.com_______________Opening Words:Watch, for you know not when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or in the morning; lest he come suddenly and find you asleep.Mark 13:35, 36 Confession:Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God. Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen. Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The InvitatoryLord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Alleluia. Venite (Psalm 95:1-7)Our King and Savior now draws near: Come, let us adore him.Come, let us sing to the Lord; * let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving * and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.For the Lord is a great God, * and a great King above all gods.In his hand are the caverns of the earth, * and the heights of the hills are his also.The sea is his, for he made it, * and his hands have molded the dry land.Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, * and kneel before the Lord our Maker.For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!Our King and Savior now draws near: Come, let us adore him. The PsalterPsalm 38Domine, ne in furoreBCP p. 636OLord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *do not punish me in your wrath.For your arrows have already pierced me, *and your hand presses hard upon me.There is no health in my flesh,because of your indignation; *there is no soundness in my body, because of my sin.For my iniquities overwhelm me; *like a heavy burden they are too much for me to bear.My wounds stink and fester *by reason of my foolishness.I am utterly bowed down and prostrate; *I go about in mourning all the day long.My loins are filled with searing pain; *there is no health in my body.I am utterly numb and crushed; *I wail, because of the groaning of my heart.O Lord, you know all my desires, *and my sighing is not hidden from you.My heart is pounding, my strength has failed me, *and the brightness of my eyes is gone from me.My friends and companions draw back from my affliction; *my neighbors stand afar off.Those who seek after my life lay snares for me; *those who strive to hurt me speak of my ruinand plot treachery all the day long.But I am like the deaf who do not hear, *like those who are mute and who do not open their mouth.I have become like one who does not hear *and from whose mouth comes no defense.For in you, O Lord, have I fixed my hope; *you will answer me, O Lord my God.For I said, “Do not let them rejoice at my expense, *those who gloat over me when my foot slips.”Truly, I am on the verge of falling, *and my pain is always with me.I will confess my iniquity *and be sorry for my sin.Those who are my enemies without cause are mighty, *and many in number are those who wrongfully hate me.Those who repay evil for good slander me, *because I follow the course that is right.O Lord, do not forsake me; *be not far from me, O my God.Make haste to help me, *O Lord of my salvation. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. LessonsIsa. 6:1-13A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah.In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. And one called to another and said:    “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;    the whole earth is full of his glory!”              And the foundations of the thresholds shook at the voice of him who called, and the house was filled with smoke. And I said: “Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!”  Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for.”  And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” And he said, “Go, and say to this people:    “‘Keep on hearing, but do not understand;    keep on seeing, but do not perceive.'    Make the heart of this people dull,        and their ears heavy,        and blind their eyes;    lest they see with their eyes,        and hear with their ears,    and understand with their hearts,        and turn and be healed.”    Then I said, “How long, O Lord?”    And he said:    “Until cities lie waste        without inhabitant,    and houses without people,        and the land is a desolate waste,    and the Lord removes people far away,        and the forsaken places are many in the midst of the land.    And though a tenth remain in it,        it will be burned again,    like a terebinth or an oak,        whose stump remains        when it is felled.”    The holy seed is its stump. The Word of the Lord.Thanks Be To God. Te Deum laudamusYou are God: we praise you;You are the Lord: we acclaim you;You are the eternal Father:All creation worships you.To you all angels, all the powers of heaven, Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,heaven and earth are full of your glory.The glorious company of apostles praise you.The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.The white-robed army of martyrs praise you. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;Father, of majesty unbounded,your true and only Son, worthy of all worship, and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.You, Christ, are the king of glory, the eternal Son of the Father.When you became man to set us free you did not shun the Virgin's womb. You overcame the sting of deathand opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers. You are seated at God's right hand in glory.We believe that you will come and be our judge.Come then, Lord, and help your people, bought with the price of your own blood, and bring us with your saintsto glory everlasting. 2 Thess. 1:1-12A Reading from the Second Letter to the Thessalonians.Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy,  To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:  Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.  We ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers, as is right, because your faith is growing abundantly, and the love of every one of you for one another is increasing. Therefore we ourselves boast about you in the churches of God for your steadfastness and faith in all your persecutions and in the afflictions that you are enduring.  This is evidence of the righteous judgment of God, that you may be considered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are also suffering—since indeed God considers it just to repay with affliction those who afflict you, and to grant relief to you who are afflicted as well as to us, when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with his mighty angels in flaming fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might, when he comes on that day to be glorified in his saints, and to be marveled at among all who have believed, because our testimony to you was believed. To this end we always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling and may fulfill every resolve for good and every work of faith by his power, so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of the Lord.Thanks Be To God. Benedictus Dominus DeusBlessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; * he has come to his people and set them free.He has raised up for us a mighty savior, * born of the house of his servant David.Through his holy prophets he promised of old, that he would save us from our enemies, * from the hands of all who hate us. He promised to show mercy to our fathers * and to remember his holy covenant. This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, * to set us free from the hands of our enemies, Free to worship him without fear, * holy and righteous in his sight all the days of our life.You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, * for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way, To give his people knowledge of salvation * by the forgiveness of their sins.In the tender compassion of our God * the dawn from on high shall break upon us, To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, * and to guide our feet into the way of peace.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersThe Lord be with you.And also with you.Let us 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. Suffrages AV. Show us your mercy, O Lord;R. And grant us your salvation.V. Clothe your ministers with righteousness; R. Let your people sing with joy.V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;R. For only in you can we live in safety. V. Lord, keep this nation under your care;R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.V. Let your way be known upon earth;R. Your saving health among all nations.V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;R. And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.   The CollectsAdvent 2Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Daily Collects:A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. Collect of Saint BasilO Christ God, Who art worshipped and glorified at every place and time; Who art long-suffering, most merciful and compassionate; Who lovest the righteous and art merciful to sinners; Who callest all to salvation with the promise of good things to come: receive, Lord, the prayers we now offer, and direct our lives in the way of Thy commandments. Sanctify our souls, cleanse our bodies, correct our thoughts, purify our minds and deliver us from all affliction, evil and illness. Surround us with Thy holy angels, that guarded and instructed by their forces, we may reach unity of faith and the understanding of Thine unapproachable glory: for blessed art Thou unto ages of ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. John ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. DismissalLet us bless the LordThanks be to God! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen

Welcome, Bulgaria, and wow! What a trout fishing sensation you are! Thank you for joining the Free Range Preacher on Prayer podcast. Today, we are back to our gratitude in God, as He has revealed Himself. Today, we look again at the traumatic holiness (otherness) of God. As we stand ten feet from the sun, we look through a prism that filters out all but the moral perfection of God. "In the year of King Uzziah's death, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, lofty and exalted, with the train of His robe filling the temple. 2 Seraphim stood above Him, each having six wings; with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one called out to another and said, "Holy, Holy, Holy, is the LORD of hosts, The whole earth is full of His glory." 4 And the foundations of the thresholds trembled at the voice of him who called out, while the temple was filling with smoke." Isaiah 6:1-4 His moral perfection alone shatters our self-image and humbles us to the core. "Then I said, "Woe is me, for I am ruined! Because I am a man of unclean lips, And I live among a people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts." Isaiah 6:5 It's a beautiful humility and reverence. Do you imagine Isaiah, Moses, John in revelation, David, Paul, Peter, or any of the Biblical saints being sad after seeing God in His Holiness and being torn to pieces and then healed? Our so what? The beauty of God in His Holiness leads us to humility, which relieves our torn self-image and is beautiful to us. By definition, a life-changing beauty. Brethren, let's pray for one another. "What a man is on his knees before God, that he is and nothing more"" Robert MurrayM'Cheynee Donation link: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=G9JGGR5W97D64 Or go to www.freerangepreacheronprayer.com and use the Donations tab. Assistant Editor: Seven Jefferson Gossard. www.freerangepreacheronprayer.com freerangeprayer@gmail.com Facebook - Free Range Preacher Ministries Instagram: freerangeministries All our Scripture quotes are drawn from the NASB 1977 edition. For access to the Voice Over services of Richard Durrington, please visit RichardDurrington.com or email him at Durringtonr@gmail.com Our podcast art was designed by @sammmmmmmmm23 Instagram Season 007 Episode 005

Passage: 3 Then the Lord will go out to fight against those nations as he fights on a day of battle. 4 On that day his feet will stand on the Mount of Olives, which faces Jerusalem on the east. The Mount of Olives will be split in half from east to west, forming a huge valley, so that half the mountain will move to the north and half to the south. 5 You will flee by my mountain valley, for the valley of the mountains will extend to Azal. You will flee as you fled from the earthquake in the days of King Uzziah of Judah. Then the Lord my God will come and all the holy ones with him. 6 On that day there will be no light; the sunlight and moonlight will diminish. 7 It will be a unique day known only to the Lord, without day or night, but there will be light at evening. 8 On that day living water will flow out from Jerusalem, half of it toward the eastern sea and the other half toward the western sea, in summer and winter alike. 9 On that day the Lord will become King over the whole earth ​— ​the Lord alone, and his name alone. -- Zechariah 14:3-9 (CSB) Song: In the Fullness of Time (https://open.spotify.com/track/1rfHpuFhvuaJEa5lQVaeSw?si=827457ab780143bf) by Matt Papa and Matt Boswell Lyrics: In the fullness of time God sent His Son Immanuel now behold incarnate Love A virgin and her child a Savior meek and mild The star become the sign in the fullness of time Prophets long they foretold the promised dawn Hail God of God Light of Light begotten One By Whom all things were made there in a manger laid Now born to us this night in the fullness of time Holy holy holy moment God has come to dwell with us Glory to the Lamb the great I Am who came On that night divine in the fullness of time Hosts of angels resounded at His birth And hosts of angels will endless tell His worth And He shall come again His kingdom has no end All things made new made right In the fullness of time Holy holy holy moment God has come to dwell with us Glory to the Lamb the great I Am who came On that night divine in the fullness of time Glory in the highest Our deliverer Holy holy holy moment God has come to dwell with us Glory to the Lamb the great I Am Holy holy holy moment God has come to dwell with us Glory to the Lamb the great I Am who came On that night divine in the fullness of time Born to us this night in the fullness of time The star became the sign in the fullness of time Holy holy holy in a manger lowly Christ the Son now veiled in flesh in our humanity Kingdoms bow before Him heaven and earth adore Him God here in person Hail His majesty Prayer: This is another day, O Lord. I know not what it will bring forth, but make me ready, Lord, for whatever it may be. If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly. Make these words more than words, and give me the Spirit of Jesus. Amen.

VIII. Isaiah's Call Isaiah's Call Isaiah 6:1-13ESV CE 1 In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted Continue reading The post Isaiah V appeared first on Fides et Ratio.

Audio Recording Audio Block Double-click here to upload or link to a .mp3. Learn more Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 6:1-13 (ESV)1 In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one called to another and said:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;the whole earth is full of his glory!”4 And the foundations of the thresholds shook at the voice of him who called, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 And I said: “Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!”6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. 7 And he touched my mouth and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for.”8 And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” 9 And he said, “Go, and say to this people:“‘Keep on hearing, but do not understand;keep on seeing, but do not perceive.'10 Make the heart of this people dull, and their ears heavy, and blind their eyes;lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears,and understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.”11 Then I said, “How long, O Lord?”And he said:“Until cities lie waste without inhabitant,and houses without people, and the land is a desolate waste,12 and the Lord removes people far away, and the forsaken places are many in the midst of the land.13 And though a tenth remain in it, it will be burned again,like a terebinth or an oak, whose stump remains when it is felled.”The holy seed is its stump.Sermon OutlineGod has made a way for us to turn to him and be healed.1. Terrifiedv1 “I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne”v3 said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts”v4 “the foundations of the thresholds shook… the house was filled with smoke” v5 “And I said: ‘Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips'”2. Purifiedv2 “Above him stood the seraphim”vv6-7 “a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth…” v10 “lest they… turn and be healed”3. Magnifiedv8 “who will go for us?” v13 “The holy seed is its stump”v7 “your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for”v3 “the whole earth is full of his glory!”Prayer of ConfessionOur holy God, we are by nature an unclean people. There is sin deep within us too painful to acknowledge. There are many ways our hearts are hardened to you. We admit impure thoughts and actions. We would be lost apart from your mercy. Forgive us. We thank you that Jesus atoned for our sins to remove our guilt. We pray for the sanctifying work of the Spirit to cleanse us from sin and produce holiness in us. Amen.Questions for ReflectionHow do you understand the word “holy”? What does it mean? Do you find holiness attractive and desirable?What are your fears about God? What insecurities do you have that cause you to keep God at a distance? Which are keeping you from engaging more deeply with Christians?Can God forgive without someone doing something to make things right? Why is atonement important for understanding how forgiveness is possible for us?How does Jesus' death on the cross remove the guilt of our sin?Do you believe that if your faith is in Jesus God will not reject or judge you? Why?Why is sanctification important? Why is it necessary to be cleansed from sin?What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our sanctification? How are sinners made holy?What expectations do you have for growth and progress in holiness? What will you need?How does Jesus help people get through periods when they feel unworthy and hopeless?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 6:1-13 (ESV)1 In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one called to another and said:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;the whole earth is full of his glory!”4 And the foundations of the thresholds shook at the voice of him who called, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 And I said: “Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!”6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. 7 And he touched my mouth and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for.”8 And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” 9 And he said, “Go, and say to this people:“‘Keep on hearing, but do not understand;keep on seeing, but do not perceive.'10 Make the heart of this people dull, and their ears heavy, and blind their eyes;lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears,and understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.”11 Then I said, “How long, O Lord?”And he said:“Until cities lie waste without inhabitant,and houses without people, and the land is a desolate waste,12 and the Lord removes people far away, and the forsaken places are many in the midst of the land.13 And though a tenth remain in it, it will be burned again,like a terebinth or an oak, whose stump remains when it is felled.”The holy seed is its stump.Sermon OutlineGod has made a way for us to turn to him and be healed.1. Terrifiedv1 “I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne”v3 said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts”v4 “the foundations of the thresholds shook… the house was filled with smoke” v5 “And I said: ‘Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips'”2. Purifiedv2 “Above him stood the seraphim”vv6-7 “a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth…” v10 “lest they… turn and be healed”3. Magnifiedv8 “who will go for us?” v13 “The holy seed is its stump”v7 “your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for”v3 “the whole earth is full of his glory!”Prayer of ConfessionOur holy God, we are by nature an unclean people. There is sin deep within us too painful to acknowledge. There are many ways our hearts are hardened to you. We admit impure thoughts and actions. We would be lost apart from your mercy. Forgive us. We thank you that Jesus atoned for our sins to remove our guilt. We pray for the sanctifying work of the Spirit to cleanse us from sin and produce holiness in us. Amen.Questions for ReflectionHow do you understand the word “holy”? What does it mean? Do you find holiness attractive and desirable?What are your fears about God? What insecurities do you have that cause you to keep God at a distance? Which are keeping you from engaging more deeply with Christians?Can God forgive without someone doing something to make things right? Why is atonement important for understanding how forgiveness is possible for us?How does Jesus' death on the cross remove the guilt of our sin?Do you believe that if your faith is in Jesus God will not reject or judge you? Why?Why is sanctification important? Why is it necessary to be cleansed from sin?What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our sanctification? How are sinners made holy?What expectations do you have for growth and progress in holiness? What will you need?How does Jesus help people get through periods when they feel unworthy and hopeless?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

Isaiah 6:1-8 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. 3 And they were calling to one another:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty;    the whole earth is full of his glory.”4 At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke.5 “Woe to me!” I cried. “I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the King, the Lord Almighty.”6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me with a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from the altar. 7 With it he touched my mouth and said, “See, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for.”8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”

The pivots on the thresholds shook at the voices of those who called, and the house filled with smoke. And [Isaiah] said: “Woe is me! I am lost, for I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips; yet my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!” ~ Isaiah 6:4-5 In the year that King Uzziah died, about 742 BCE, God was looking for someone to send. “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?'” Fortunately, a courageous prophet stood nearby. His name was Isaiah. And it is a magnificent story, the kind of stuff a Hollywood producer would love. Fire and smoke and earthquakes, buildings shaking and a voice from on high. This is great stuff. But then Isaiah gets the job description. It isn't what he thought he was signing up for. But his eyes had seen God, and he couldn't unsee God. So, he says, “Here am I; send me!” I can't help but wonder, if one of us catches a glimpse of God, will we go?

What if a single vision could transform your perspective on the uncertainty of life? Join us as we explore Isaiah 6:1-8, where we find comfort in the eternal reign of God, even as an important election looms on the horizon. We pause our series on the "I Am" statements of John to delve into the historical and emotional significance of the year King Uzziah died, and how Isaiah's vision of God's sovereignty offers solace amidst the chaos of our times.Reflect on the unmatched holiness and majesty of God as we examine the awe-inspiring seraphim of Isaiah's vision, contrasting them with more traditional depictions of angels. Through this lens, we challenge ourselves to assess our lives not by worldly standards or comparisons but by the divine standard set by God. From personal challenges to societal shifts, we are reminded of God's omnipotence and His purpose, which remains steadfast despite worldly events that might seem daunting.As we navigate our roles as believers in a divided world, discover how Isaiah's journey from feeling unworthy to becoming a messenger can inspire us to become beacons of hope. Drawing parallels with biblical figures like Paul and Peter, we highlight the transformative power of God's call. Finally, we emphasize the importance of prayer, urging listeners to support leaders while recognizing God's ultimate authority over governance and finding strength in His unchanging presence.

Isaiah 6 takes us into the throne room of God, revealing His supreme holiness and glory. Isaiah's vision, set against the backdrop of King Uzziah's death, underscores God's unchanging sovereignty. The seraphim's song, 'Holy, holy, holy,' highlights God's perfect purity. Isaiah's realization of his own sinfulness and God's provision for forgiveness remind us of the chasm between human sin and divine holiness. This passage calls us to embrace God's holiness, seek His forgiveness, and respond to His call as His ambassadors in the world.

Isaiah 6: 1-7In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him were seraphim,each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. 3 And they were calling to one another:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty;    the whole earth is full of his glory.”4 At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke.5 “Woe to me!” I cried. “I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the King, the LordAlmighty.”6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me with a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from the altar. 7 With it he touched my mouth and said, “See, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for.”

But Azariah the priest went in after him, with eighty priests of the Lord who were men of valor, and they withstood King Uzziah and said to him, "It is not for you, Uzziah, to burn incense to the Lord, but for the priests, the sons of Aaron, who are consecrated to burn incense. Go out of the sanctuary, for you have done wrong, and it will bring you no honor from the Lord God. - 2 Chronicles 26:17-18

Join us for week ONE of our brand new series King Jesus Gospel as our Birmingham Campus Pastor, Mark Lamb, takes us through the story of King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles, showing how his leadership serves as an example of living a humble life, even in the midst of blessing and success.

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How do you lead for the long haul? It sometimes seems to take a lifetime to learn, but how can you finish as strong as you started? On this week's show, author Dan Webster looks to a 16 year old king from thousands of years ago who was thrust into leadership. What can we learn from both his positives and negatives that apply to our leadership challenges today? Dan talks about the 3 C's of a leader. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)

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These are the visions that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. He saw these visions during the years when Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah were kings of Judah. Isaiah 1:1 NLTEven an ox knows its owner, and a donkey recognizes its master's care, but Israel doesn't know its master. My people don't recognize my care for them.” Oh, what a sinful nation they are, loaded down with a burden of guilt. Isaiah 1:3-4 NLTPeople who don't recognize God as God are in for a lot of lostness and a heavy burden of guilt.In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Isaiah 6:1 ESVIn the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne!Kings, Kingdoms, Prime ministers and presidents will come and go but God will still be on the throne! When all the puny philosophers and detractors are gone, God will still be on the throne!Attending him were mighty seraphim, each having six wings. With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. They were calling out to each other, “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Heaven's Armies! The whole earth is filled with his glory!” Their voices shook the Temple to its foundations, and the entire building was filled with smoke. Isaiah 6:2-4 NLTThere is only one true eternal King worthy of our life's allegiance and obedience.Then I said, “It's all over! I am doomed, for I am a sinful man. I have filthy lips, and I live among a people with filthy lips. Yet I have seen the King, the LORD of Heaven's Armies.” Isaiah 6:5 NLT The mirror of His majesty always reveals areas in our lives that need to be renewed and that's a good thing! Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for.” Isaiah 6:6-7 ESVAtonement's price was high and graciously paid by the one to whom it was owed! Then I heard the Lord asking, “Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for us?” I said, “Here I am. Send me.” Isaiah 6:8 NLT Would you be willing to be an Isaiah and live sent to your world?You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Matthew 5;14-15 ESVThe Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is upon me, for the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. Isaiah 61:1 NLTTherefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 ESVThe most valuable voice is the one that speaks the truth and love of Jesus to the lost and broken world.

These are the visions that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. He saw these visions during the years when Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah were kings of Judah. Isaiah 1:1 NLTEven an ox knows its owner, and a donkey recognizes its master's care, but Israel doesn't know its master. My people don't recognize my care for them.” Oh, what a sinful nation they are, loaded down with a burden of guilt. Isaiah 1:3-4 NLTPeople who don't recognize God as God are in for a lot of lostness and a heavy burden of guilt.In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Isaiah 6:1 ESVIn the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne!Kings, Kingdoms, Prime ministers and presidents will come and go but God will still be on the throne! When all the puny philosophers and detractors are gone, God will still be on the throne!Attending him were mighty seraphim, each having six wings. With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. They were calling out to each other, “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Heaven's Armies! The whole earth is filled with his glory!” Their voices shook the Temple to its foundations, and the entire building was filled with smoke. Isaiah 6:2-4 NLTThere is only one true eternal King worthy of our life's allegiance and obedience.Then I said, “It's all over! I am doomed, for I am a sinful man. I have filthy lips, and I live among a people with filthy lips. Yet I have seen the King, the LORD of Heaven's Armies.” Isaiah 6:5 NLT The mirror of His majesty always reveals areas in our lives that need to be renewed and that's a good thing! Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for.” Isaiah 6:6-7 ESVAtonement's price was high and graciously paid by the one to whom it was owed! Then I heard the Lord asking, “Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for us?” I said, “Here I am. Send me.” Isaiah 6:8 NLT Would you be willing to be an Isaiah and live sent to your world?You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Matthew 5;14-15 ESVThe Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is upon me, for the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. Isaiah 61:1 NLTTherefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 ESVThe most valuable voice is the one that speaks the truth and love of Jesus to the lost and broken world.

The signs, visions, and prophecies included into today's reading span from the death of King Uzziah into the beginning of Ahaz's reign, who continues the lineage of Davidic kings. In chapter 6 we get an awe-inspiring sneak peek into the throne room of God. Isaiah senses that he is unfit to be in God's presence, but an angel approaches to cleanse him in a unique way. After this, the Lord God commissions Isaiah to be his messenger. In chapter 7, Isaiah prophesies to King Ahaz of a virgin who conceive and give birth to a son and name him Immanuel. This prophecy had an immediate fulfillment, as a statement about the amount of time which would pass between then and the invasion of the Assyrian king, but it has it's ultimate fulfillment in the birth of Christ.Isaiah 6 - 1:06 . Isaiah 7 - 4:16 . Isaiah 8 - 9:44 . Psalm 128 - 14:10 . Psalm 129 - 15:00 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

So far in our chronological reading we've read two of the minor prophets, those being Obadiah and Jonah, and in today's episode we'll begin to read from our first major prophet, the prophet Isaiah. If you're familiar with the overall arch of Israel, Judah, and the prophets, you know that there were prophets before, during, and after the exile to Babylon. Starting with this episode, the majority of our reading for the rest of the year will be from the major and minor prophets with sections from history books interspersed as history moves along. Today we'll learn about King Uzziah of Judah from 2 Chronicles, where we are also briefly introduced to Isaiah before proceeding to the first two chapters of that book.2 Chronicles 26 - 1:06 . Isaiah 1 - 8:07 . Isaiah 2 - 15:16 . Psalm 124 - 19:34 . Psalm 125 - 20:27 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

King Uzziah was one of Israel's most successful and beloved kings…until he started to believe his own press clippings. When Uzziah became proud from all his success and fame, his spirit of entitlement led him to be disobedient and unfaithful to God. And when confronted with his sin, instead of humbling himself and owning his wrongdoing, Uzziah chose to power up rather than repent…and lost everything. God can forgive anything…except sin for which we have failed to repent.  

Join us for the final part of the "Finishing Well" series, where special guest Dr. Jon Elswick from Crossway Church shares a powerful message. He talks about the story of King Uzziah from 2 Chronicles 26 and how pride can sneak into our lives, often acting as the "sin before the sin." Dr. Elswick explains how pride can derail our spiritual journey and emphasizes the need for humility and reliance on God. Don't miss this insightful teaching on the dangers of pride!

When the life you knew and loved changes right before your eyes, what do you do? Isaiah faced that as King Uzziah, Judah's king for fifty years died. God showed Isaiah that the REAL King, the King of Kings, the Lord Himself was alive and well and seated on His throne. When change comes, will you look to the King?

   We tend to pay closer attention when multiple voices are saying the same thing, especially if it’s a serious warning, isn’t that true? In the past few days we’ve been looking at Isaiah’s remarkable vision encounter with God in the year that King Uzziah died, 740bc. Isaiah was given a very clear commissioning by God to become God’s prophet warning the leaders, of both the northern kingdom Israel and the southern kingdom Judah, of the soon coming judgment of God if they did not repent of their wickedness and lead their nations back to God.   At the very same time God was raising up another voice of warning to be heard by those kings, his name was Micah and today let’s hear how similar the prophet Micah’s words were to that of Isaiah. When God speaks a clear message through multiple voices we need to pay attention, do you agree?  Look around your city, your country and ask yourself: who are the voices calling the people to honor God’s way of thinking & living? Are there any voices warning us of God’s judgment if we continue down the path of rebellion against God? Micah writes this in his first major message of warning: “Hear, you peoples, all of you, LISTEN earth and all who live in it, that the Sovereign LORD may bear witness against you, the Lord from His holy temple.” (Micah 1:2) Did you notice this message from Micah is NOT singularly focused on Israel, but is a global warning, to all people of every nation in every generation? That includes us, 2700 years later, do you agree?(Click here to see full text, images and links)    Today’s Scripture: Micah 1:1-7. Choose below to read or listen.​​Pastor Doug Anderson    “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, with our eyes fixed on Jesus…” (Heb. 12:1,2)Have a comment or question about today's chapter? I'm ready to hear from you, contact me here. Interested in helping "Walking with Jesus" financially? Click here

In this Bible Story, we learn about the faithful reign of King Uzziah. Although he does not finish well, the majority of his life was spent under the wisdom and guidance of God. He fortifies Judah, and protects them from harm. Then, his son Jotham follows by restoring Israel back to a loving relationship with God. This story is inspired by 2 Chronicles 26-27 & 2 Kings 15:1-7, 32-38. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Chronicles 26:18 from the King James Version.Episode 146: Ahaz son of Jotham did not share his father's will to follow God, instead, he followed evil. He followed the footsteps of the kings of Israel and the wickedness of their neighbors. He even killed his own children as a sacrifice to foreign gods. God would not tolerate this and so he sent the armies of Aram and Israel to raid them and take captive their men. But even in this punishment, God had a plan to protect those who were innocent and to remove those who led them astray.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 6,7; 2 Chronicles 26,27; Philemon Click HERE to give! 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: Good day, dear ones! Today's episode of the Daily Radio Bible brings you a profound journey through the Scriptures, as we read from Isaiah chapters 6 and 7, 2nd Chronicles chapters 26 and 27, and Philemon chapter 1. Hunter, your host and Bible reading coach, guides us through these passages, offering insights and reflections. We'll hear about Isaiah's vision, the reigns of King Uzziah and his son Jotham, and the powerful message from Paul to Philemon about love and laying down one's rights. Hunter calls us to reflect on how we can embody Christ's love and selflessness in our own lives. Additionally, join us for a special prayer segment and a heartfelt message as Hunter celebrates Heather's birthday. Let's warm our hearts by the fires of God's love and embrace the transformative power of His Word. Stay tuned, and let's dive into today's spiritually enriching episode! TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, they kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  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 We are reading through the New Living Translation from Tyndale Publishers  

Fr. Mike zeroes in on how Uzziah's prideful desire to worship God in his own way led to his tragic death. We are reminded once again how easily the kings over Judea strayed away from God after achieving greatness. Today's readings are 2 Kings 3, 2 Chronicles 26-27, and Psalm 72. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.