Podcasts about kingdom of god

Think about this truth. God didn't have to love us. He didn't have to offer us grace and mercy. Nothing forced God to show us forgiveness. Nothing compelled Him to give us the precious gift of eternal life, but God chose to. He chose to love us. He chose to call us His own. He chose to make us children of God. Main Points:1. If you've ever been tempted to doubt the love of God, recognize this wonderful blessing: God chose to love you. Despite all of your sins, your failures, and your mistakes, God still chose to love you and wants to spend eternity with you. 2. But there's more, not only has God chosen to love us, he has chosen to use us. You have an assignment, a task, and a role to play in the kingdom of God. For many of us, we feel as if we aren't capable or qualified, so we expect God will use others instead, but that is not what the scriptures teach us.3. God takes great joy and delight to use our lives for his glory. As He empowers us with His Holy Spirit, and we take steps of faith and obedience, great things are accomplished through our lives. All of this takes place because chooses to make it happen.Today's Scripture Verses:1 Peter 2:9 - “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”1 Peter 2:4 - “…rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him.”1 Corinthians 1:26-29 - “Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

“I Think I'm Called” is more than a title — it's a question so many of us are asking.Have you ever felt a pull toward something greater, but weren't sure if it was from God or just your own thoughts? In this message, we talk honestly about what it means to be called by God — not just to a position, but first to a person: Jesus.We dive into the story of Elisha, a man who was unexpectedly chosen in the middle of an ordinary day.Join us Sunday's 8:15 | 10:00 | 11:45 Authentic Church 2416 N Center St Hickory, NC 28601 (Beside Planet Fitness) GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

About Our Guest: Dr. Marquel Russell helps business owners install systems to scale companies that are profitable, sustainable, and enjoyable without sacrificing what is most important – faith, family and freedom. He's a 9th-grade dropout who traded textbooks for a crash course in real life. He puts his love of God and his family above everything, and is a proud sneakerhead with a serious addiction to scaling businesses faster than you can say “ROI.” To learn move about Marquel, visit www.marquelrussell.com Episode Summary: This episode is powered by Dinner with Darnyelle "Sometimes God has to prune you to prove you." — Marquel Russell You've heard the phrase "trust the process," but what if the process includes pain, pruning, and letting go of everything you built with your bare hands? In this episode of the Move to Millions Podcast, I sit down with Marquel Russell—client, friend, and million-dollar marketing genius—to unpack what it really takes to surrender your business to God's alignment without losing your mind… or your money. If you're tired of 18-hour days, being addicted to achievement, and secretly terrified that if you stop grinding, it will all fall apart—this episode is your mirror. Marquel pulls back the curtain on how he made the sacred shift to peace, purpose, and prosperity without having to hustle and sacrifice his family as he maintained and realigned his 7-figure business. We don't talk hustle here; we talk harvest, and that starts with pruning. If you're a Legacy Led CEO who's ready to move from striving to stewarding, you don't want to miss this episode. This is your invitation to rebuild your business from the inside out. Let Marquel's story remind you that letting go of what no longer serves you is not failure, it's faith. Tune in to discover how you, too, can shift from pushing to prospering and finally build the business God actually called you to lead.. Here's the truth: Hustle is not holy. You can be anointed and addicted to achievement. You can be celebrated by the world and still out of alignment with your calling. Until you confront the parts of your business built in survival, your peace will always be optional. The pruning isn't punishment; it's preparation. Get your Move to Millions Podcast notebook ready, you'll want to take notes on the lessons packed into this incredible conversation!  Listen in to discover: ✔ How to recognize when your business success is coming at the cost of your spiritual peace ✔ How to use pruning seasons as powerful pivots toward legacy-driven leadership ✔ How to rebuild with grace after breaking free from toxic hustle culture ✔ And so much more This episode is a call to ditch the "more is more" narrative and embrace alignment as your most potent growth strategy. It challenges high-achieving entrepreneurs to reimagine success through the lens of spiritual obedience and sustainable impact. If you're making millions but losing yourself in the process, this is the wake-up call you've been avoiding. Powerful Quotes from The Episode: “At one point, I realized I had built a business I didn't like anymore.” — Marquel Russell “I had to surrender the idol of productivity to finally find peace.” — Marquel Russell “You can build something big and still be out of alignment.” — Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon “Just because it's working doesn't mean it's aligned.” — Marquel Russell “I decided to trust God's vision more than my own plan.” — Marquel Russell Questions to Ask Yourself While Listening: What parts of my business are built on fear or ego, rather than faith? Am I still aligned with the original vision God gave me—or have I drifted into performance? What am I afraid will happen if I stop pushing so hard? Have I confused prosperity with productivity? Where is God asking me to prune so He can multiply? Move to Millions Wisdom Questions: Favorite Quote: “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” Matthew 6:33 Book that Changed Everything: The War of Art by Steven Pressfied Tool Marquel Swears By On His Own Move to Millions: Google Calendar How to Connect with Marquel Russell: Website: https://www.marquelrussell.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquelrussell Incredible One Enterprises, LLC is not responsible for the content and information delivered during the podcast interview by any guest. As always, we suggest that you conduct your own due diligence regarding any proclamations by podcast guests.  Incredible One Enterprises, LLC is providing the podcast for informational purposes only. Want more of Darnyelle? 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Lesson 71 of Heart Dive's Heartbeat of God, where we are finding how God's heart beats throughout His Word so we can find Him in the world. Today we are studying Deut. 3-4 in the Old Testament.VISIT OUR SHOP: heartdiveshop.com2024 videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdqyC_w_7Gwgd93fCHH-OZdxB3fYuPXIW&si=nvsUzGRu71ISQ8bsFREE RESOURCES: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/mobile/folders/1Tvms_gB-OWMum61DiCXvFV8R8jKXpIVIMy Bible Notes: https://heartdive.org/daily-notes-with-kanoe/2025 Digital and Print Planners: heartdiveshop.comFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartdiveAmazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kanoegibson/list/1ED3COSB79TAQ?ref_=aipsflistLOGOS Software affiliate link: http://www.logos.com/heartdiveFree Reading Plan and Daily Newsletter sign up: http://heartdive.org/newsletterLink to recommended Bibles: https://heartdive.org/recommendations/ Support the Ministry: https://heartdive.org/support/ 

“Seek and you shall find,” “Seek first the kingdom of God.” In Christianity, when one seeks, one will find the joy, the peace and the salvation in Christ.

  Brad Sahlstrom explores the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven to illustrate the growth, transformation, and present reality of the Kingdom of Heaven. New to Echo Grace? We'd love to get to know you! Fill out a quick connect form at https://echograce.com/connect. Want to support our ministries & mission? Your generosity makes a difference. Give at https://echograce.com/give.

Colossians 4:7-18 Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you of everything that has taken place here.Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), and Jesus who is called Justus. These are the only men of the circumcision among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God. For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas. Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. And say to Archippus, “See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord.”I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. English Standard Version (ESV)The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. In Today's Show: Why are the three Archangels also given the title of, "Saint?"  Aren't all the other saints human beings?  Is there some specific reason for them to hold both titles?  Does it have something to do with their function in the Kingdom of God? How do we store up “treasures in heaven?” Other than Job, is there someone else that God tested, even to the point of punishment? Since Father Rock is the liturgy expert here... what's his favorite nerdy liturgical fact? Invincible ignorance as it pertains to Protestants What is the Catholic teaching on Acts 10:38, which appears to suggest that Jesus was empowered by God the Father rather than having innate divine power himself? I am elderly and cannot drive. Is it a sin for me to miss Mass? How do we respond to Protestants who say that John 3:5 is about labor water and not baptism? What are some acts of sacrifice/penance we should do daily? Is it wrong to use substitutes for the Holy names of Jesus or Mary to avoid using them in vain? What are the origins of the English language originally going with the Germanic “Holy Ghost” v. “Holy Spirit” ? Is “Spirit” a closer Latin translation? Why does the Bible say that there is a better chance for a camel to enter through the eye of a needle than a rich man enter the kingdom of God? Who determines how much money is “too much” or how can we judge that? Regarding final grace of conversion for sinners in mortal sin, is there a conflict between the Divine Mercy message given to St. Faustina, and the teaching of St. Alphonsus Ligouri, a Doctor of the Church? When it's stated that St. John the Baptist was sanctified in his mother's womb, what does that mean. How is he different from other saints? We read in Matthew 27: 51-53 how, when Jesus died, there was an earthquake, rocks were split, the curtain concealing the Holy of Holies in the Temple was torn from top to bottom, and that, "The bodies of many saints who had died were raised to life." Who were these saints being referenced? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Tap here to send us a message!We hold a treasure in the Kingdom of God that surpasses anything this world could offer. When we truly grasp its value, our priorities, desires, and focus will shift entirely toward Him. Nothing in this world is worth losing what we've found in Him.07/31/2025 - Thursday Night Scriptures:Matthew 13:44-46John 3:3-5Luke 9:57-62

Friends of the Rosary,Today, August 1, is the Memorial of St. Alphonsus de Liguori (1696-1787), bishop and doctor of the Church and founder of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, the Redemptorists, a congregation of priests and brothers.As our Lord did the Apostles, Alphonsus de Liguori sent the Redemptorists into the villages to announce the Kingdom of God and provide religious instruction.He suffered from the deception of an ambitious cleric. The Eucharist was his strength.He said, “If you desire to find him immediately, see—he is quite close to you. Tell him what you desire, for it is to console you and grant your prayer that he remains in the tabernacle.” Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠August 1, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Lesson 070 of Heart Dive's Heartbeat of God, where we are finding how God's heart beats throughout His Word, so we can find Him in the world. Today, we are studying Deuteronomy 1-2 in the Old Testament.00:00 - Heart Dive01:34 - Opening Prayer03:00 - Introduction to Deuteronomy 06:20 - Deuteronomy 126:25 - Deuteronomy 237:28 - Closing PrayerVISIT OUR SHOP: heartdiveshop.com2024 videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdqyC_w_7Gwgd93fCHH-OZdxB3fYuPXIW&si=nvsUzGRu71ISQ8bsFREE RESOURCES: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/mobile/folders/1Tvms_gB-OWMum61DiCXvFV8R8jKXpIVIMy Bible Notes: https://heartdive.org/daily-notes-with-kanoe/2025 Digital and Print Planners: heartdiveshop.comFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartdiveAmazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kanoegibson/list/1ED3COSB79TAQ?ref_=aipsflistLOGOS Software affiliate link: http://www.logos.com/heartdiveFree Reading Plan and Daily Newsletter sign up: http://heartdive.org/newsletterLink to recommended Bibles: https://heartdive.org/recommendations/ Support the Ministry: https://heartdive.org/support/ 

Lesson 69 of Heart Dive's Heartbeat of God, where we are finding how God's heart beats throughout His Word, so we can find Him in the world. Today we are studying Num. 35-36 in the Old Testament.0:00 INTRO, PRAYER & HEARTBEATS3:02 NUM. 3515:31 NUM 3626:34 PRAYERS VISIT OUR SHOP: heartdiveshop.com2024 videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdqyC_w_7Gwgd93fCHH-OZdxB3fYuPXIW&si=nvsUzGRu71ISQ8bsFREE RESOURCES: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/mobile/folders/1Tvms_gB-OWMum61DiCXvFV8R8jKXpIVIMy Bible Notes: https://heartdive.org/daily-notes-with-kanoe/2025 Digital and Print Planners: heartdiveshop.comFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartdiveAmazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kanoegibson/list/1ED3COSB79TAQ?ref_=aipsflistLOGOS Software affiliate link: http://www.logos.com/heartdiveFree Reading Plan and Daily Newsletter sign up: http://heartdive.org/newsletterLink to recommended Bibles: https://heartdive.org/recommendations/ Support the Ministry: https://heartdive.org/support/ 

153 : Gospel of Luke 9 1. Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. 2. And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. 3. And he said unto them, Take nothing for your journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece. 4. And whatsoever house ye enter into, there abide, and thence depart. 5. And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off the very dust from your feet for a testimony against them. ; AB church Lausanne

Do you work to live…or live to work? For many, the answer is simple: “I work to make a living.”But what if there's more to work than just earning a paycheck? Could it be that work holds deeper meaning—something essential to who we are and how we're made? David Bahnsen joins us today to offer a perspective on work you might not have considered.David Bahnsen is the Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, a national private wealth management firm managing over $7 billion in client assets. He is a frequent guest on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox News, and Fox Business. He is also the author of Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life. Rethinking Work and IdentityWe live in a world that often tells us our identity has nothing to do with our work. Unfortunately, that idea has not only crept into culture but also into the church. But let's be honest: that's simply not true. Our identity is tied to our work—not in the sense that a job title defines us, but because we are made in the image of a working God.We all instinctively know this. We don't look at someone who is contributing meaningfully to society and compare them equally to someone who spends every day in idleness. That's not about transactional worth—it's about reflecting the nature of our Creator. God created us to be productive, useful, and active. That's not a controversial claim. It's Genesis 1. Work isn't all of who we are, but it is a vital part of who we were created to be.Too often, we treat faith like an add-on. We make decisions about money, career, education, even family, and then sprinkle a few Bible verses on top. But the goal isn't to balance faith and work—it's to integrate them. That begins by grounding our understanding of work in a creational theology: God made work good.What we need in the church is not more dichotomy between sacred and secular, but an integrated vision that sees every good job—yes, even spreadsheets, sales, and software—as part of God's design. This mindset shift must begin in our pulpits. Our congregations need to hear that their Monday through Friday labor is not second-tier spiritual activity. It is sacred.The Relationship Between Work and RestInstead of chasing a “work-life balance,” Scripture offers a “work-rest paradigm.” God modeled six days of work followed by one day of rest—not the other way around. The purpose of rest isn't to escape work; it's to be restored for more of it. Rest has meaning because work has meaning.That's why we push back on the cultural narrative that says rest, leisure, and early retirement are life's ultimate goals. While rest is essential, its purpose is to equip us to return to the good, God-glorifying work He's called us to do.Culture often treats retirement as the finish line—an end to productivity, as if people cease to offer value once they reach a certain age. But that view is deeply flawed.We must challenge the financial industry's narrative that the goal is to accumulate enough so that we never have to work again. That mindset undermines the dignity and purpose of work. Yes, physical limitations may alter what work looks like in later years, but wisdom, experience, and the capacity to contribute remain. Companies and churches alike lose something precious when they usher older workers out instead of tapping into their gifts.Job, Career, or Calling?So, how should we think about our work? Is it just a job? A stepping stone? Or something more?Every Christian, no matter their vocation, should view their work as a calling. That doesn't mean God gives us a divine word about every job transition, but it does mean that the act of producing goods and services, solving problems, and serving others is inherently meaningful. That's our calling: to work with excellence, for the good of others, and the glory of God.To young adults wondering what to do with their lives: Don't believe the lie that you need to find your dream job tomorrow. Instead, embrace the next opportunity in front of you with excellence, humility, and a long-term view.Work is not just a means to a paycheck. It's how we serve our neighbors, develop skills, build character, and participate in God's ongoing work in the world. Some jobs may be stepping stones—but every job matters. The key is to remember the why behind your work: it's about loving God and loving others.Here's the truth: work isn't something we do just to meet our needs. It's something we do because God made us to work. He worked in creation, and He continues to work in redemption. When we work, we join Him in that sacred task—creating, restoring, cultivating, and contributing to human flourishing.Our work builds families, economies, culture—and yes, even the Kingdom of God.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I recently retired and now work part-time delivering food for a restaurant using my personal vehicle. Am I allowed to deduct mileage, gas, or other vehicle expenses when I file my income taxes?My son is having a hard time covering his business expenses and has turned to several payday loans just to stay afloat. I'm looking for advice on how he can get sound financial guidance—or if there's a way he can consolidate that debt and get back on track.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David L. BahnsenChristian Credit CounselorsWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Show Notes:Mark DeYmaz is a pastor, author, and champion of the multi-ethnic church movement. He spent eighteen years as a youth pastor in Little Rock, Arkansas, before stepping away to plant the Mosaic Church of Central Arkansas in 2001 where he continues to serve as Directional Leader. Mark has a clear vision for what the Church should look like: bringing diverse people together to walk, work, and worship God, while investing in the local community. Church should reflect the diverse world we live in, as a true reflection of the Kingdom of God.Mark earned his Master of Arts from Western Seminary in 1987 and his Doctor of Ministry from Phoenix Seminary in 2006. He is an Adjunct Professor at United Theological Seminary and at Wheaton College He is also the co-founder of the Mosaix Global Network, which helps with multiethnic church planting, growth, and development. Mark has written eight books and is a contributing editor to Outreach magazine. He and his wife Linda have four adult children and five grandchildren.Resources:Learn more about MosaixLearn more about Mosaic ChurchBuy Mark's books on Amazon, including The Coming Revolution in Church Economics, Building a Healthy Multi-Ethnic Church, and DIsruption: Repurposing the Church to Redeem the CommunityFollow Mark on Instagram

152 : Gospel of Luke 8 1. And it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preaching and shewing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God: and the twelve were with him, 2. And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils, 3. And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance. 4. And when much people were gathered together, and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable: 5. A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. ; AB church Lausanne

Gospel Matthew 13:44-46 Jesus said to his disciples: "The Kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field, which a person finds and hides again, and out of joy goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the Kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it.” Reflection We know that the Kingdom of God is made up of experience after experience that leads us deeper and deeper into the truth. And here Jesus seems to be pointing out two very interesting things. Sometimes the thing, the catalyst that moves us to a new place is something in our ordinary daily life, we stumble upon. A man plowing a field all of a sudden hits a box, and then opens it and finds it's a treasure and goes off and buys the land. And then we see in the second image that there's some people that are called to be searchers, and they're always looking, always looking, always trying to find the truth. And if they keep searching, they will find it. And when they find it, they'll know they have found something so valuable. We either stumble upon these wonderful moments. Sometimes we seek them with all of our energy. But in either way, God is consistently working to draw us more and more into his kingdom. Closing Prayer Father, attentiveness. Paying attention is so important as we listen to you, an all that you send to us in terms of signs and wonders, so that we can begin to discern what it is God is calling us to be. Bless us with an inquisitive, imaginative mind as we watch and grow and learn and become who you call us to be, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Clark discusses Acts 14:22—“We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God.”

Do you think church is fundamentally a place to do Bible study about what people used to experience a long time ago, or do you think that church is an invitation for the things that happened a long time ago in the Bible to be experienced again today? What would it look like to truly know... To you know who you're singing to? To know what God's capable of? To know what has been purchased? To know the power of the blood? To know the beauty of Jesus? How did the church become an unstoppable revolution that turned the world upside down? How did this ragtag group of unemployed fishermen and zealots and zealots and tax collectors from backwoods Galilee -- most of whom who had never traveled 50 miles away from where they were born -- How did they change the world? During this series we will take an in depth study of the book of Acts, and how the early Church turned the world upside down. 1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.4 And while staying[a] with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”The Ascension6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”Acts 1:1-11We'd love for you to subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to get updates on our latest content and resources that will help more people know Jesus and people know Jesus more.GIVE : We believe that generosity is golden. Freely we have received and so freely we give back to God. If you would like to give to support the work Jesus is doing here please visit: https://www.elevatecc.church/give.Elevate City Church is a Jesus Over Everything Church that launched in the Atlanta Perimeter area on October 4th, 2020.Jesus Over Everything.Give us a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatecity.church/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecc.churchPodcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H8BBrEFWxGKsTF8wPSvrn?si=epcQMMrmQIiTpeXEnyxMOQPodcast on itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-city-church/id1536637567Visit our website for more information about who we are as a church and how you can get involved.https://www.elevatecc.church/home

THE MYSTERY OF GIANT KILLING   There is an interesting scripture that we should take some time to meditate upon today. It says, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Here's where the problem begins when it comes to training and teaching people how to walk in the way of the Lord. That verse is often rephrased by your local mentor teacher when they say Train up a child in the way that I have been trained, because that is the best way. The teenager David, who was destined to become king, met his first giant on someone else's battlefield. King Saul wanted him to do it his way with his armor. Make a note that Saul's technique at fighting giants had not worked yet. So far, they were still under the domination of the enemy. Young David comes along with a new idea, and they laughed at him. Take note when you fight your giant, be sure you use the skills that God has given you, not someone else's. You will be accused of being odd, or perhaps even unscriptural, by those who are religious or stuck in the past. You may hear them say This is the way we've always done it. This is a new era in the development of the kingdom of God. And the only way that your giant will be taken down is by the tools, the gifts, and the skill that he has given you personally.  Every one of us has been given a weapon that will bring our giants to the ground. Identify the weapon that you have exercised until it becomes worthy of battle. When you face your giant, don't listen to the gainsayers, the critics, and the religious. God has victories for you that you have only dreamed of. Today is that day of victory.   YOU CAN GIVE HERE: http://www.georgewatkinsministries.co... WEBSITE= http://www.georgewatkinsministries.co... FACEBOOK=https://www.facebook.com/FaithProduce... Faith Producers address: PO Bx 1006 Mt Vernon, WA 98273 FAITH PRODUCES AN INTERNATIONAL PODCAST https://faithproducers.podbean.com/ You can 'WALK' with George Watkins daily @ youtube.com/faithproducers  faithproducers.com twitter.com/faithproducers Facebook.com/faithproducerstv   faithproducers.com

Growing In God Podcast   Web Description: How do we walk through the end times? By walking with God! It is during these times that Christ's redemption and the Kingdom of God are nearer to us than ever before. Therefore, we look up. We are not focused on what is happening in the world. We are already seated with Christ in the heavenly places. And from there we appropriate His great power to be His effective instruments in the world.   Show Notes: It is easy to study the Bible at home or in a nice study group. But it is in circumstances that challenge us and demand something of us personally where we begin to implement what we have studied in the Bible. We need an atmosphere where we can turn our knowledge and understanding of the Scriptures into an enabling to walk in and execute what we have learned. This shows us how to think about the end times.   We can look at all the turmoil and spiritual conflict in the world and be concerned, even fearful, that we are entering the end times. But the end-time offers us a unique opportunity to have our faith tested and refined like pure gold. These times enable us to reach into the power of the Holy Spirit and move in the gifts and ministries required for this day. You could say, “But the events will be so terrifying that people's hearts will fail them out of fear!” It all depends on what you are focused on.   Yeshua (Jesus) said, “When you see these things happen, look up! Lift up your heads because your salvation is drawing near. The Kingdom of God is near!” Put your focus on Christ who is seated in the heavenly places with the Father, who in His great love has also seated us there with Him. We are able now to dwell in His Kingdom. It is closer in these times than it has ever been. Now is the time to look up and reach into this great authority and power the Father has given us in Christ. We take this opportunity to appropriate everything we have learned in the Scriptures and apply them.   Key Verses:   •       Matthew 16:21–23. “But He turned and said to Peter, ‘Get behind Me, Satan!'” •       Luke 22:31–32. “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat.” •       1 Peter 1:6–7. “… the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold.” •       Malachi 3:3. “He will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold.” •       Luke 21:25–28. “When these things begin to take place, straighten up and lift up your heads.” •       Luke 21:29–31. “When you see these things happening, recognize that the kingdom of God is near.” •       Ephesians 2:1–6. “God … seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.”   Quotes:   •       “We can't just study the Scriptures. We can't just talk about our faith and have that faith disconnected from what is necessary for us to walk in these things.” •       “The Kingdom of God is near to us, and we can bring ourselves into that Kingdom. We can experience the things of the Kingdom, the fulfillments of the Kingdom now, if we are looking up.” •       “If God made this available that He has raised us up—it's past tense. Don't say, ‘Well, when I die, I am going to heaven.' No. When we're here right now, we have the ability to rise up and be with Him where He is at the right hand of the Father and to move in our walk with God from that place.”   Takeaways:   1.    We live in the age where God has placed us. We should be grateful to Him that we are a part of His family and part of those who are walking in the knowledge of the gospel during these times. 2.    When you are in a time of need, you learn to appropriate all that the Scriptures are saying. So rather than succumbing to fearfulness about the end times, we should recognize the opportunity that we have as individual believers to walk in these days in a way that glorifies the Lord, brings His strength and blessing, and appropriates all that we need. 3.    In the end times the Lord commands us to look up because His redemption and His Kingdom draw near. In these difficult times we have a greater ability to minister God's redemption to the world and to walk in His Kingdom. 4.    We are to be in the heavenly places seated with Christ and the Father in the Holy Spirit. From there we move in the earth as God's chosen people and His instruments right now in this day and through the time of the end.

Paul uses a phrase in Colossians 4:11 when he identifies three of his fellow countrymen who had joined his ministry team; he labels them his "coworkers for the kingdom of God." In this message we take a brief look at the nature of work, the kingdom of God, and how those two ideas are connected.

Episode 2.25What is the Kingdom of God—and why did Jesus talk about it more than anything else?In this sweeping theological overview, we trace the storyline of the Kingdom from Genesis to Revelation. Far from being just a future hope or personal ethic, the Kingdom is the core of the gospel. It's the announcement that God reigns—through Jesus, the true King.We explore how the Kingdom was commissioned at creation, promised through Abraham, foreshadowed in Israel, inaugurated by Jesus, and will one day be fully realized in the new creation. We also confront common misconceptions and clarify the role of the Church as a witness to the Kingdom, not its fulfillment.Topics include:-The meaning of “Kingdom of God”-The Kingdom across the Bible's timeline-Jesus as the enthroned King through crucifixion and resurrection-The “Already / Not Yet” tension-How the Church embodies and proclaims the Kingdom-The Gospel as a royal announcementWhether you're new to the Bible or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers a rich, unified vision of God's redemptive reign.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/N-Ypx6nKYwUMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.comMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8

Join us for part 2 in our mini sermon series on generosity. Luke 19.11-27 is Jesus' last parable in the Gospel of Luke. Before He made his assent to Jerusalem, Jesus taught this parable about the Kingdom of God and His expectations for followers until His second coming. God asks all of us to be good stewards of what He has entrusted to us.

On this episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex is honored to have Dr. O.S. Hawkins on the show. Dr. Hawkins is a great leader, an author of over 50 books, speaker and pastor. Listen as they discuss his new book, The Spirit Code. Dr. Hawkins also shares his testimony of how God touched his heart and life, and the impact that he is making to further the kingdom of God through the ministry, Mission Dignity. Scriptures:Joshua 1:8Acts 19:2Mark 14:50Romans 8:11Acts 4:20Ephesians 4:30Alex McFarland WebsiteAsk AlexConversations that Matter - Charlie KirkMy Relationship with God Free e-bookApologetics Core Truths e-book: Free DownloadBook: The Assault on America31 Days of Prayer for AmericaEquip Retreat CampsThe Cove - July 28th-Aug 1st, 2025Speaking EventsBook AlexGive OnlineAlex McFarland MinistriesP.O. Box 485Pleasant Garden, NC 273131-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1)Guest Info:Dr. O.S. Hawkins WebsiteBook: The Spirit CodeGuidstone Financial ResourcesMission DignityKeywords/Hashtags:#podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #speaker #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Jesuslovesyou #youareneveralone #encouragement #purpose #christianity #truth #evangelism #DrOSHawkins #thespiritcode #theHolySpirit #missiondignity #Guidstonefinancialresources #testimonySend us a text

This episode covers the next part of chapter 23 from:  "One night about eleven o'clock, as I was putting on my shoes in preparation...”  to “... which had been arranged by the faculty of Calcutta University.” Summary: This section of the book explores the tug of war between spiritual pursuit and academic exams through Mukunda's experiences. We share personal reflections about exams and divine interventions in our own lives, while examining how the spiritual journey can intersect with material achievements. Paramahansa Yogananda ultimately succeeds by following Sri Yukteswar's wishes time and time again. 0:00 Prior Episode; 1:30 Looming examinations; 11:05 Seek ye first the Kingdom of God; 24:22 Romesh to the rescue; 55:20 Looking Ahead. Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes the next part of chapter 23 from:  "Thinking over the examination in English literature, I realized...”  to “...I could not have passed the Bengali examination.” #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

Join us for a powerful sermon on the importance of authenticity in our faith journey. In this message, we explore Romans 12 and the Apostle Paul's call to let love be genuine, abhor what is evil, and hold fast to what is good. Discover how to live a faith-filled life without masks, embracing the true transformation that comes through the Gospel.Join us Sunday's 8:15 | 10:00 | 11:45 Authentic Church 2416 N Center St Hickory, NC 28601 (Beside Planet Fitness) GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Gospel Matthew 13:31-35 Jesus proposed a parable to the crowds. “The Kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a person took and sowed in a field. It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants. It becomes a large bush, and the birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches.” He spoke to them another parable. “The Kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed with three measures of wheat flour until the whole batch was leavened.” All these things Jesus spoke to the crowds in parables. He spoke to them only in parables, to fulfill what had been said through the prophet: I will open my mouth in parables, I will announce what has lain hidden from the foundation of the world. Reflection This week we'll be delving into a topic that seems very important to me. It's called the Kingdom of Heaven. The Kingdom of God. We're taught that it is both here and still coming. It really is a way of imagining that the plan of God, is that we will all evolve away from evil and into a greater connection, and a more powerful union with the divine. So here we have two images that help us understand how this all works. And the first and the second, both seem to imply that there's something that is seemingly little, that makes a major difference and grows into something major. What it's talking about is, how is the kingdom of God going to come about? It's going to come about because people have understood who God is and allow God to work through them, healing the world around them. It seems so small compared to the transformation of the known world. But what Jesus is trying to say is the tiniest thing the yeast, the tiny seed, when it's infused with divinity, produces an abundant, abundant harvest. Closing Prayer Father, awaken our imaginations. Awaken our thoughts so that we can find the message that is so important that you have shared with us. Give us the grace to understand. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Conner from Mass on July 28, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Referenced Readings: Exodus 32:15-24, 30-34 Matthew 13:31-35 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

I. THE GRATITUDE OF PAUL'S PRAYER LIFE (vv. 3-8)     1) Paul thanks God and prays ... for a church, most of whose members he has never met Colossians 1:3, "We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you," Colossians 2:1-2, "For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you and for those at Laodicea and for all who have not seen me face to face..." Carson, "We must ask ourselves how extensive our own praying is. Do all our petitions revolve around our own families and churches, our own cherished but rather small circle of friends? Of course, we are primarily responsible for praying for our own circle... But if that is the furthest reach of our prayers, we become parochial [narrow in outlook or scope]... Our prayers may be an index of how small and self-centered our world is."     2) Paul's gratitude results from paying attention. Paul says to Philemon: "[4] I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers, [5] because I hear of your love and of the faith that you have toward the Lord Jesus" (Philemon 4-5) Paul says to the Colossian church (that Philemon hosted in his house): "[3] We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, [4] since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints," (Colossians 1:3-4) Paul is listening! He is paying attention to others. Acts 15:36, "Paul said to Barnabas, 'Let us return and visit the brothers in every city where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, and see how they are.'" Paul cares greatly about their spiritual state! Carson, "[I]t will do us good to fasten on reports of Christians in several parts of the world we have never visited, find out what we can about them, and learn to intercede with God on their behalf. Not only is this an important expression of the fellowship of the church, but it is also a critical discipline that will enlarge our horizons, increase our ministry, and help us to become world Christians." When a fellow believer comes to your mind, what is your first thought? Irritation? Annoyance? Jealousy? Bitterness? What is Paul's first thought? Gratitude! Philemon 4 "I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers," Colossians 1:3-4, "We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, [4] since we heard of your faith..." Gratitude for what? Their faith, love, and heavenly hope. Paul credits God with their own faith and love. Philippians 1:29, "For it has been granted [Dictionary: to give graciously] to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake…” Colossians 3:12, "Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience,"     3) Paul thanks God for the gospel's fruit as it comes through human means (vv. 5b-8) Epaphras, after being converted under Paul, brings the good news to Colossea! (Last week's sermon)   II. THE FOCUS OF PAUL'S PRAYER LIFE (vv. 9-12) Spiritual growth is always the dominant concern, over the physical! Carson, "Suppose, for example, that 80 or 90 percent of our petitions ask God for good health, recovery from illness, safety on the road, a good job, success in exams, the emotional needs of our children, success in our mortgage application, and much more of the same. How much of Paul's praying revolves around equivalent items? If the center of our praying is far removed from the center of Paul's praying, then even our very praying may serve as a wretched testimony to the remarkable success of the processes of paganization in our life and thought. That is why we need to study the prayers of Paul." See Matthew 6:31-33, "Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?' or ‘What shall we drink?' or ‘What shall we wear?' [32] For the Gentiles [the pagans] seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. [33] But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." So what does Paul focus on in his prayer?     1) Paul asks God to fill believers with the knowledge of his will (v. 9) "[9] And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding," This may seem simple, yet it takes "all spiritual wisdom and understanding" in the complicated nature of life to know what is best. Doug Moo, "[This] suggests the ability to discern the truth and to make good decisions based on that truth." "spiritual wisdom" means wisdom from the Holy Spirit. (Not how many use the word "spiritual" today) EXAMPLE: Colossians 4:5-6, "Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of [= redeeming] the time. [6] Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person." How do I best love a fellow Christian who is in sin? How do I best evangelize a co-worker or family member? I only have limited money, how much do I spend, save, and give away? to whom? how often? How do I honor my parents if they are unbelievers and disagree with my faith? What does it look like to "speak the truth in love" when dealing with a rebellious student? or hostile unebeliver? or a timid Christian friend? When does hard work become sinful preoccupation with your career? When does rest become laziness?  You are posting something *true* on social media, but unsure if it will be edifying or needlessly distracting or contentious     2) Paul's purpose in prayer is that believers might be truly pleasing to the Lord (v. 10a)   v. 10 "so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him:" Knowledge must lead to action! "Knowing" God's will (with all spiritual wisdom and understanding) must lead to "walking/living out" God's will. We must walk in a manner worthy of the Lord. (Not earning, not perfection; but rather living "in accord with" the Lord, fully pleasing to Him)     3) Paul prays for four characteristics of a life that is pleasing to the Lord (v. 10b-12)   This will produce, among others, these four characteristics... "BEARING FRUIT in every good work" (v. 10b): Fruit is about character transformation and faithfulness, not mere "results." "INCREASING in the knowledge of God;" (v. 10c): it will lead to a fully experiential knowledge of God, as we walk with Him "BEING STRENGTHENED with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy;" (v. 11) "[Endurance] is what faith, hope, and love bring to an apparently impossible situation, [patience] what they show to an apparently impossible person." To endure ... takes power; to endure patiently with joy takes tremendous power "according to his glorious might." "GIVING THANKS to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light." (v. 12) Paul further reminds them why they should be thankful: (vv. 13-14) vv. 13-14 "He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, [14] in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins." All of this should be seasoned by thankfulness to the Father for our share in the "inheritance of the saints of light."   III. THE DEVOTION OF PAUL'S PRAYER LIFE     1) WHY does Paul pray so often for so many? Colossians 1:3, 9, "We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, .... [9] And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you," Carson, "In short, Paul is telling the Colossians that since hearing about them he has made it a point to intercede with God on their behalf in his disciplined, regular prayer times; he has 'not stopped praying' for them."  Carson, "Paul again and again prays for ... the Colossian believers, as if the supply must be constantly renewed." Think of it like watering the grass or flowers. It must be done continually! Colossians 4:12-13, "Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God."     2) HOW does Paul pray so often for so many? Philemon 4-5, "I thank my God always when I remember you [singular] in my prayers," G.K. Beale, "Paul is praying specifically for Philemon [the 'you' is singular], which implies that his daily prayer list must have been extensive." Richard Phillips, "When we consider the large number of people for whom Paul says that he is praying, he must have had not only a devoted prayer life, but also a highly organized one." APPLICATION: Don't turn these points from Carson into legalisms, but take them as practical suggestions to help you pray in a more regular, organized, and focused way. I. PLAN TO PRAY Don Carson, "Much praying is not done because we do not plan to pray. We do not drift into spiritual life; we do not drift into disciplined prayer. We will not grow in prayer unless we plan to pray. That means we must self-consciously set aside time to do nothing but pray. What we actually do reflects out highest priorities. That means we can proclaim our commitment to prayer until the cows come home, but unless we actually pray, our actions disown our words. This is the fundamental reason why set times for prayer are important: they ensure that vague desires for prayer are concretized in regular practice. Paul's many references to his 'prayers' suggest that he set aside specific times for prayer -- as apparently Jesus himself did (Luke 5:16)... Unless we plan to pray we will not pray." ('Praying with Paul,' p. 1-2). II. ADOPT PRACTICAL WAYS TO FIGHT MENTAL DRIFT Don Carson, "Adopt practical ways to impede mental drift.... [Perhaps] articulate your prayers, moving your lips...to...help deter meandering.... A great way to begin to overcome this problem is to pray through various biblical passages. In other words, it is entirely appropriate to tie your praying to your Bible reading... [The] truths and entailments [in your daily Scripture reading] can be the basis of a great deal of reflective praying. [Another option is] journaling [your prayers.] III. DEVELOP A SYSTEM FOR YOUR PRAYER LISTS Carson, "Develop a system for your prayer lists. It is difficult to pray faithfully for a large spread of people and concerns without developing prayer lists that help you remember them." Carson's personal "system": "I kept a manila folder in my study, where I pray... The first sheet ... was a list of people for whom I ought to pray regularly: ... My wife..., my children and a number of relatives, followed by a number of close friends... [Then] institutional names on that sheed [which] included [my] local church ... and the seminary where I now teach. The second sheet ... listed short-range ... concerns that would not remain indefinitely... In other words, the first sheet focused on people for whom I prayed constantly; the second included people and situations for whom I might pray for a short[er] ... time, but probably not indefinitely. The next item ... was the list of the students ... for whom I was particularly responsible....and of course this list changed from year to year." IV. KEEP YOUR PRAYERS TIED TO SCRIPTURE V. PRAY UNTIL YOU PRAY VI. FIND MODELS WORTHY OF IMITATION Don Casron's book, which Mark used to help with the message and numerous subpoints, can be purchased here. You can watch this message here.

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A Critique of Practicing the Way, Part 14 - What is the Kingdom of God?, presented by Bob DeWaay and Barb Gretch. We examine John Mark Comer's claim that Jesus is looking for apprentices, not converts. We start with a definition of the kingdom of God and discuss what Scripture says about it, beginning with Acts 1:6-11. We also discuss Finney's influence on America. (duration 00:24:41) Click here to play

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THIS EPISODE In this episode, Rob and Vinnie are joined by Gary Burge who has recently completed his commentary on the book of Colossians. Gary explains why he believes "fear" is one of the significant issues behind the book of Colossians.  FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at www.determinetruth.com Check out our YouTube Library, where we have even more content! SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation and help partner with us, please VISIT US HERE  

Sermon On the Mount: The Good News of the Kingdom of God

In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged, we feature powerful remarks from Jaco Booyens—founder of Jaco Booyens Ministries and a leading voice in the fight against sex trafficking. Speaking at the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, Jaco delivers a prophetic and uncompromising call to the Church: it's time to stop playing games and start engaging the battle for our families, our children, and our nation. With boldness and deep conviction, Jaco challenges believers to move beyond comfort, cultural Christianity, and political idolatry—urging us to become lion-hearted followers of Jesus who speak truth, fight for righteousness, and live out the Gospel in the public square. From exposing generational evil to calling men and women into godly leadership, this episode is a charge to risk everything for the Kingdom of God. Get ready to be stirred, convicted, and empowered. This is not your typical message—it's a battle cry.

In this episode of Reimagine Childhood, hosted by Monica Healer, the focus is on how church and weekday ministries can partner effectively to reach young families in the community. Monica is joined by Hope and Jason Huddleston from First Baptist Church in Elgin, Texas. Jason, the senior pastor, and Hope, the preschool and weekday director, share their journey of revitalizing a declining church by making families the central focus. They discuss practical strategies, including integrating weekday programs with church activities, breaking down generational walls, and fostering a church culture that values children. The episode emphasizes the importance of being united in ministry to make a lasting impact and advance the kingdom of God. Key insights include the value of high-fiving children, engaging community outreach programs like Easter egg hunts, and ensuring all church ministries align with the overarching mission of family transformation.   00:00 Introduction to Reimagine Childhood 00:41 Meet Hope and Jason Huddleston 01:55 Transforming Church Culture 06:08 Focusing on Family Ministry 21:34 Embracing Jesus' Mission for Children 21:59 Practical Benefits of Ministry Collaboration 23:58 Transforming Church Culture for Families 36:58 Reimagining Childhood in Church PAVE podcast - The Power of Story An ECCN Resource to help connect weekday families to the church community: Nurturing Faith:Weekday Preschool as a Bridge for Your Families

What is the “good news of the kingdom of God” that Jesus preached? Put simply, it’s everything wrong with the world made right. The perfect world God originally intended has been damaged by humanity’s sinful actions, but God hasn’t given up on the earth. His plan of redemption has already been set in motion. We have a real hope that solves real problems in the real world. Mark 1:14-15; Matthew 4:23; Luke 4:43; 8:1; 9:2. The “gospel of the kingdom of God” is the message Jesus preached. Genesis 1:1-31. God created the world to be good. Genesis 2:7-25. God has always desired a love relationship with humanity. 1 Corinthians 13:5. Love does not demand its own way. God gave humanity freedom to choose Him or not. Genesis 3:1-24. Adam and Eve chose to trust the serpent (Satan) rather than God. Humanity's sin gave Satan influence over the earth, resulting in pain (v.16), natural disasters (v. 17-18), relationship conflicts (v. 16), and death (v. 19). Worst of all, sin separated humanity from God. Genesis 3:15. God promises hope. Revelation 21:1-3. God will once again dwell on the earth with humanity. Revelation 21:4-7. God will destroy death forever. No more crying or pain. Revelation 22:1-2. God will bring back the tree of life. Eternal life will be freely available. Revelation 22:3. There will no longer be any curse. All the curses that resulted from sin (Gen. 3:1-24) will be undone. Revelation 22:4-5. Man's dominion over the earth will be restored. Under God, and in right relationship with him, humans “will reign forever and ever.” What God wanted in the beginning, He gets in the end. The good news of the Kingdom of God is: everything wrong with the world made right. Hebrews 6:19. Hope is “the anchor of our souls.” To survive the storms of life, we must know what our hope is! Our hope isn't ethereal, wishy-washy, boring, or irrelevant. We have a real hope that solves real problems in the real world.The post God's Dream first appeared on Living Hope.

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Matthew 25:14-30. In this message, we dive into the parable of the talents — a story that isn't just about readiness, but responsibility. Jesus doesn't just want us waiting for His return — He wants us working until He comes back. God has placed real value in your hands — time, gifts, resources, influence — and He's asking you to use it, not bury it. In this message we unpack what it means to be a faithful servant, why excuses don't cut it, and how your everyday life can build the Kingdom of God in powerful ways. Whether you've been given five talents or one, this message will challenge and inspire you to invest what God's given you — boldly, faithfully, and with purpose.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!

Do you think church is fundamentally a place to do Bible study about what people used to experience a long time ago, or do you think that church is an invitation for the things that happened a long time ago in the Bible to be experienced again today? What would it look like to truly know... To you know who you're singing to? To know what God's capable of? To know what has been purchased? To know the power of the blood? To know the beauty of Jesus? How did the church become an unstoppable revolution that turned the world upside down? How did this ragtag group of unemployed fishermen and zealots and zealots and tax collectors from backwoods Galilee -- most of whom who had never traveled 50 miles away from where they were born -- How did they change the world? During this series we will take an in depth study of the book of Acts, and how the early Church turned the world upside down. 1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.4 And while staying[a] with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”The Ascension6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”Acts 1:1-11We'd love for you to subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to get updates on our latest content and resources that will help more people know Jesus and people know Jesus more.GIVE : We believe that generosity is golden. Freely we have received and so freely we give back to God. If you would like to give to support the work Jesus is doing here please visit: https://www.elevatecc.church/give.Elevate City Church is a Jesus Over Everything Church that launched in the Atlanta Perimeter area on October 4th, 2020.Jesus Over Everything.Give us a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatecity.church/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecc.churchPodcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H8BBrEFWxGKsTF8wPSvrn?si=epcQMMrmQIiTpeXEnyxMOQPodcast on itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-city-church/id1536637567Visit our website for more information about who we are as a church and how you can get involved.https://www.elevatecc.church/home

In this week's special episode of our S5 Reads a Classic series, we dive into the enduring wisdom of philosopher and spiritual teacher Dallas Willard. Join us as we explore his vision of Christian spiritual formation, the kingdom of God, and the slow, transformative work of grace in our lives.Whether you're new to Willard or returning to his work with fresh eyes, this sermon will challenge and encourage you to rethink discipleship not as mere behavior modification, but as inner transformation rooted in the love of Jesus.

Christi explains from her childhood story, “The Adventures of Twirling Girl,” what it means to receive the Kingdom of God like a child.

There are these spiritual powers that when God's kingdom is being built, they get furious because they have so much to lose as the kingdom of God advances here on earth as it is in heaven. And they are furious, and they are opposed to this work that God is doing. And we quickly see in the story with Nehemiah some of the tactics of the enemy as he's trying to stop the work and what we see is that he tries to trigger the fight or flight response, and people fight or flight.

God is building a legacy through you—right where you are. Like Paul in Acts 28, you're called to boldly live out the Kingdom of God in your everyday life. The Kingdom moves through your words, your actions, and your obedience. Your next chapter could be your most impactful one. Step into your Kingdom legacy today.

Because God has made our name for us, we no longer need to glorify ourselves. Acts 8:8–25 (ESV): 8 So there was much joy in that city. 9 But there was a man named Simon, who had previously practiced magic in the city and amazed the people of Samaria, saying that he himself was somebody great. 10 They all paid attention to him, from the least to the greatest, saying, “This man is the power of God that is called Great.” 11 And they paid attention to him because for a long time he had amazed them with his magic. 12 But when they believed Philip as he preached good news about the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women. 13 Even Simon himself believed, and after being baptized he continued with Philip. And seeing signs and great miracles performed, he was amazed. 14 Now when the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent to them Peter and John, 15 who came down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit, 16 for he had not yet fallen on any of them, but they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 17 Then they laid their hands on them and they received the Holy Spirit. 18 Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered them money, 19 saying, “Give me this power also, so that anyone on whom I lay my hands may receive the Holy Spirit.” 20 But Peter said to him, “May your silver perish with you, because you thought you could obtain the gift of God with money! 21 You have neither part nor lot in this matter, for your heart is not right before God. 22 Repent, therefore, of this wickedness of yours, and pray to the Lord that, if possible, the intent of your heart may be forgiven you. 23 For I see that you are in the gall of bitterness and in the bond of iniquity.” 24 And Simon answered, “Pray for me to the Lord, that nothing of what you have said may come upon me.” 25 Now when they had testified and spoken the word of the Lord, they returned to Jerusalem, preaching the gospel to many villages of the Samaritans.

By Roy Jackson - Critical to seeking first the kingdom of God is the mature decision to be baptized .

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Should Believers Cast Demons Out of Unbelievers? | Remnant RadioJoin us in this episode of Remnant Radio as Michael Miller tackles the controversial question of whether believers should cast demons out of unbelievers. We delve into theological debates, analyze scripture, and explore historical contexts to provide clarity on this topic. Discover the distinctions between Jesus' ministry and the practices of magic incantations and learn how exorcism played a crucial role in early Christian evangelism. Don't miss this insightful discussion on deliverance ministry, spiritual warfare, and the power of the Kingdom of God. 00:00 Introduction: Should Believers Cast Out Demons from Unbelievers?00:28 Debate: Christians vs. Unbelievers in Deliverance Ministry01:56 Biblical Context: Jesus and the Strong Man04:10 Magic Incantations vs. Jesus' Ministry05:16 Experiential Evidence and Historical Context07:22 Conclusion and Call to ActionABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: