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The Law of Death vs The Word of Life ReCreate Church | Michael Shockley | August 31, 2025 Esther Series, Part 8: Esther 8 ---------- EPISODE SUMMARY What happens when victory feels incomplete and the threat still remains? Through Esther chapter 8, Michael Shockley explores how God's salvation works when evil laws can't simply be erased. Starting with a creative poetic recap of chapters 1-7, discover why Haman's death didn't solve everything - his genocidal decree was still legally binding in the Persian Empire. Watch as Mordecai rises from death row to Prime Minister, and learn how the king's solution - a counter-decree allowing Jews to defend themselves - points to a much greater story. From irrevocable Persian laws to God's perfect justice, explore how the Law of Death (God's righteous standards we can't meet) is overcome by the Word of Life (Jesus taking our place). Through humor, biblical insight, and practical application, understand the difference between justice, mercy, and grace, and why authentic faith matters more than religious identity. Core Message: The Law of Death is real, but The Word of Life is greater. ---------- KEY TOPICS COVERED Creative Story Recap - Poetic summary of Esther chapters 1-7 in rhyming verses - Queen Vashti's refusal and removal from the throne - Esther's rise through the beauty contest and divine positioning - Haman's genocidal plot and Mordecai's refusal to bow - The fasting, banquets, sleepless night, and ultimate justice - Setting up chapter 8 as the resolution to lingering problems The Incomplete Victory - Why Haman's death didn't solve everything immediately - The genocidal decree still legally binding throughout the empire - Esther's continued pleading with tears for her people's safety - The irreversible nature of Persian law - no decree could be repealed - How apparent victories can still leave underlying threats Mordecai's Incredible Reversal - From death row to Prime Minister in a single day - Receiving Haman's signet ring and estate as rewards - The waterboy-to-coach comparison for this promotion - Being dressed in royal robes and crowned by the king - The people of Shushan rejoicing over righteous leadership The Counter-Decree Strategy - King Ahasuerus explaining the legal limitations of Persian law - The solution: writing a new law to oppose the first one - Empowering Jews to band together and defend themselves - Allowing them to do to attackers what was planned against them - The king's revenge plot vs. God's heart for breaking cycles The Spreading Good News - Mordecai's first act: sending couriers to all 127 provinces - The message traveling from India to Ethiopia across the empire - Jewish families celebrating and coming together in unity - The birth of what would become the ongoing holiday of Purim - How good news transforms fear into celebration The Phenomenon of Conversion - Many people throughout the empire "becoming Jews" - Genuine spiritual conversion vs. political convenience - How demonstrated divine power attracts people to God's team - The advantage of being identified with those who have God's favor - Modern parallels of cultural Christianity without authentic faith The Danger of Identity-Only Faith - People claiming Christianity for social or political advantage - The difference between Christian identity and Christian reality - Family pressure vs. personal conviction in spiritual decisions - The importance of authentic, personal spiritual journeys - Warning against going through religious motions without heart change The Gospel Parallel - How Esther's story reflects the greater story of salvation - All people under condemnation from God's righteous law - The impossibility of meeting God's standard of perfect obedience - God's law revealing unrighteousness rather than righteousness - The need for a solution that upholds justice while providing mercy The Higher Law of Grace - God's inability to simply revoke or lower His standards - Jesus as the "counter-decree" who fulfills rather than cancels the law - The Cross as God's answer to the problem of justice and mercy - Christ taking the place of the unjust while upholding righteousness - Romans 8:1: "No condemnation for those in Christ Jesus" ---------- MEMORABLE QUOTES "The Law of Death is real, but The Word of Life is greater." "It's not coincidence, it's providence." "If somebody predicts His Death and Resurrection and pulls it off exactly how He Said, I want to be with that Guy!" "We are super excited to help you on your journey to Jesus and with Jesus, but it has got to be YOUR journey." "God's Law does not reveal us to be righteous, but unrighteous. All of us." "God issued a second Decree. This one is GRACE through Jesus." "Justice is getting what we deserve. Mercy is not getting what we deserve. Grace is getting what we do not deserve." "Justice writes the speeding ticket. Mercy tears it up. Grace fills your tank and sends you on your way." ---------- BIBLICAL FOUNDATION - Primary Text: Esther 8:1-6 - Key Supporting Verse: "There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" (Romans 8:1) - Old Testament Law Context: "There is none righteous, no not one" (Psalm 14:3; Romans 3:10) - Theme: Divine solution to irrevocable condemnation through a higher law - Historical Context: Persian legal system and the irreversible nature of royal decrees - Gospel Connection: How the Cross fulfills rather than cancels God's justice ---------- PRACTICAL APPLICATION If You're Dealing with Lingering Consequences: - Remember that God's solutions often work differently than human fixes - Trust that apparent victories may still require ongoing faith and action - Know that God can turn death sentences into promotion opportunities - Understand that His deliverance often empowers us rather than removing all challenges If You're Questioning Your Faith's Authenticity: - Examine whether your Christianity is identity-based or heart-based - Make sure your spiritual journey is genuinely yours, not just family expectation - Seek God personally rather than going through religious motions - Remember that authentic faith matters more than religious performance If You Feel Condemned by God's Standards: - Recognize that God's law reveals our need rather than our righteousness - Understand that perfection, not comparison to others, is God's standard - Know that the law's purpose is to point us to our need for a Savior - Trust that Jesus fulfilled the requirements we could never meet If You're Struggling with Justice and Mercy: - Justice: getting what we deserve (condemnation for sin) - Mercy: not getting what we deserve (being spared from hell)   - Grace: getting what we don't deserve (adoption, eternal life, joy in Christ) - See how all three work together perfectly at the Cross If You Haven't Put Your Faith in Jesus: - Consider what you're waiting for when the solution is available - Remember that salvation comes by grace through faith, not performance - Know that you don't have to understand every detail to experience transformation - Trust that the same God who orchestrated Esther's deliverance offers yours ---------- THE ULTIMATE INVITATION Maybe you feel like you're under an irrevocable sentence - condemned by past mistakes, current struggles, or the weight of not measuring up to God's perfect standards. Maybe you've tried to be good enough but realize you fall short of perfection. Maybe you've been going through the motions of faith without the heart reality. This much is true: the Law of Death is real - we all fall short of God's righteousness and deserve condemnation. But the Word of Life is greater. Jesus didn't come to lower God's standards or pretend our sin doesn't matter. He came to fulfill those standards perfectly and take our condemnation upon Himself. At the Cross, justice fell on Jesus who took our place. Through faith in Him, we receive mercy (escape from condemnation) and grace (adoption into God's family). The counter-decree has been written in His blood. There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. ---------- CONNECT WITH RECREATE CHURCH - Website: recreatechurch.org - Support the Ministry: Give through the Tithe.ly app or offering boxes ---------- Is your faith identity-only or heart-reality? Have you trusted in Jesus' counter-decree of grace, or are you still trying to escape condemnation through your own efforts? The Law of Death is real, but The Word of Life is greater - and that Word is available to you today.

There is no better feeling than being adopted into a loving family.

Pastor Andy preaches over Luke 12:49-56 on August 17th, 2025.

Rui de Sousa Jesus is Life / Jesus är Livet  Joh 14:6  Joh 10:10  Joh 1:4  Joh 17:3  2 Cor/Kor 2:17  Joh 3:3  Eph/Ef 2:10  Joh 15:5  Gal 5:22-23 

Are you searching for lasting peace amid life’s storms? Stress, anxiety, and uncertainty are common struggles, but the peace Jesus offers is unlike anything the world can give. In this devotional, Vivian Bricker shares how the peace of Christ surpasses temporary fixes and brings lasting transformation. Through trusting Jesus as Savior and Lord, we can experience a profound peace that calms our hearts even in difficult times. Highlights The world offers fleeting relief through self-help tips and distractions, but Jesus offers lasting peace that truly satisfies (Philippians 4:7). Accepting Jesus as your Savior—believing in His death and resurrection—is the key to receiving His peace (1 Corinthians 15:1-4; 1 John 3:1). Jesus’ peace does not fade or get taken away, even when life feels chaotic (John 14:27). You can surrender your worries, anxieties, and fears to Jesus and find rest at His feet (John 16:33). Lasting peace often grows gradually; remain open-hearted and patient as Jesus works in your life. Counseling and therapy can coexist with faith, complementing the peace Jesus provides.

We cannot live our lives to  the fullest, while focusing on our problems. The blessings of God are already all around us, and unless we can learn to ignore the problems and focus on God's promises, we can never be equipped to lift others up and experience the truly abundant life that Jesus promised in the gospels. Not Gospel Studio: Let's Talk About It! – Unapologetic Christian Commentary Cliff Williams of 7th Time Down and friend Chandra discuss current topics.Follow Not Gospel Studios YouTube to stay up to date on original music, books, podcast, and a streaming webs-series and Christian mokumenterary series (BIG little Church). Listen to the Not Gospel Podcast everywhere Podcasts are streamed!Spotify @  shorturl.at/egET0Player FM @ https://player.fm/series/2976179Apple Podcasts @  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Please LIKE my pages and Follow!Stay up to date on my website www.wordsbycliff.comFollow me on: Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/NotGospelbyC...Amazon @ shorturl.at/moHP8Man Of God Paperback available NOW! #hoggospel #hogarmy #christianpodcast #christiancomedian #newyear #betterlife #redneck #notgospelstudios #keepbeingawesome #preacher #sermon #abundantlife #jesus #sermononthemount #notgospel

Pastor Jay opened our new series at Rototuna North with a message about the narrow and wide roads that Jesus speaks about in Matthew 7:13-23.____We would love to meet you! We gather every Sunday at the locations below

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In this challenging devotional, we’re invited to look beyond the familiar, graceful images of the cross and confront its raw, uncomfortable reality. Drawing from Hebrews 12:1-2, the author reveals how Jesus endured the shame, mockery, and cruelty of the cross — not as a symbol of beauty, but as a testament to His love and faithfulness. This is faith in its most extreme, honest form.

Does the Second Commandment forbid Christian art? Or is there something deeper going on there? Join us as we explore a critical component to "the good life": access to the presence of God.1) The motive2) The commandText: Exodus 20:4-6

Ben and Aaron talk to the one and only Paul Allen of the Minnesota Vikings, someone who LeBron James once deemed a, "National Treasure". They talk faith, being faithful in the spotlight, and of course, a bit of football. ---------------------Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Series: Rest Done Right | The Abundant Life Jesus Offers | May 18, 2025Most people have experienced a moment or season where they felt “burnout”. Ithappens when a person suffers physical or mental collapse as a result of overwork, stress orphysiological exhaustion. In some cases, the effects can last for weeks and months and requiremedical attention. God KNEW that our design requires a regular rhythm of restoration & repair, andcreated something called “SABBATH” for all mankind to enjoy, yet few people actually practice it well.This series is designed to train ALL of us as individuals and families on the four main practices ofSABBATH, and help us change our lifestyle from BURNOUT to BLESSED.

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In this message from 1 Corinthians 1:18–2:5, Gareth unpacks how the cross of Christ—though seen as foolish or weak by the world—is in fact the wisdom and power of God. Paul's simple gospel message confounded the proud city of Corinth, just as it still does in our city today. We are reminded that our salvation rests not on human effort or intellect, but on God's grace alone—and this humbles us into worship and bold proclamation.

"He who eats this bread will live forever."  "He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me and I in him."  In the Bread of Life Discourse, Jesus makes wonderful claims about Eucharistic Communion.  In Communion, we share in Jesus' resurrection and are intimately united with him.  This should change the way we think about Jesus.  He is not a merely figure from the past or a distant model to imitate, he is a spiritual force in our lives, a person who is always present with a mind, a will, power, and initiatives.  Faith unlocks Jesus' life in our lives, his activity in our activities. https://comeawaybyyourselves.com

This week, we're going to study a profound moment in the Gospel of John, specifically John 20:19-23, where Jesus appears to his disciples after his resurrection. This moment is pivotal, encapsulating the essence of the peace that Jesus offers to his followers. Peace Beyond Circumstances The first gift that Jesus extends to his disciples is peace. Upon entering the locked room where the disciples were gathered in fear, Jesus greets them with the words, "Peace be with you." This greeting is not merely a formality; it signifies a deep, abiding peace that transcends the immediate circumstances of fear and uncertainty that the disciples were experiencing. Rooted in the Truth of the Resurrection The peace that Jesus offers is deeply intertwined with the truth of his resurrection. After greeting the disciples, Jesus shows them his hands and side, demonstrating the reality of his suffering and the truth of his resurrection. This act serves to confirm everything he had previously taught them about his mission and the new world order he was establishing. Comfort and Joy The peace that Jesus offers is not just a passive state; it actively brings comfort and joy to his followers. When believers are in the presence of Christ, the primary emotions they should experience are peace and joy, rather than shame or fear. This transformative experience shifts their perspective from one of anxiety to one of hope and assurance. After offering peace, Jesus commissions the disciples, breathing the Holy Spirit into them and sending them out into the world. This commissioning is a call to share the gospel, which includes the message of forgiveness and the hope that comes from knowing Christ. Questions to Consider This Week: Who do you need to offer the peace of Christ to this week? To whom do you need to offer forgiveness? THIS WEEK'S RESOURCES:

What was the most pressing prayer of Jesus on the night before his death? It wasn't for our comfort or ease—but for our unity. A deep, unshakable oneness rooted in the love he shares with the Father. Like the redwoods, whose towering strength comes from a hidden network of intertwined roots, our unity holds when it's grounded in something deeper than preference or proximity. In a world marked by division and pressure, Jesus prayed that we would reflect the very heart of God to a watching world. As we continue A Praying Life, we'll follow Jesus in prayer and discover that true unity isn't something we achieve—it's something we reflect when our hearts are tuned to his.

Feeling stuck in the grind of everyday life? Longing for something deeper? Jesus offers an abundant life — not measured by what you have, but by what He gives. In this message, Pastor Nick Tallo unpacks John 10:10 and Psalm 23 to reveal how Jesus, the Good Shepherd, leads us to a life of purpose, peace, and joy.Discover what it means to follow His voice, break free from false promises, and experience a life that goes beyond your expectations.Key Takeaways:True Abundance: It's not about wealth or success but finding spiritual richness and fulfillment in Jesus.The Good Shepherd's Care: Jesus knows you, loves you, and leads you to greener pastures.Recognizing False Shepherds: Learn how to discern what voices you're following in life.Life to the Full: Experience restoration, guidance, and protection in Christ.Scriptures to Reflect On:John 10:10Psalm 231 Peter 5Next Steps:

"Who is the Lord of Your Life: Jesus or Possessions?"Proverbs 4:23 & 23:1-7Rev. Jerry Ornelas3.16.25visit cpcnewhaven.org

Chapter 21 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Breath of Life - Jesus appears before the disciples. The beginning of the church is rising as the disciples are empowered by the risen Lord. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Acts 2:3, And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/  Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morning Services- "I AM the Bread of Life" Jesus offers himself as the Bread of Life. What does this mean during communion and in general? Scripture: John 6:35-40

To fully embrace the life Jesus offers, we need to look deeper into our lives. With God's help, we can understand what influences our actions and experiences, whether positive or negative and close the gap between the life we are living and the life that God has for us.Topics discussed in this episode:What have we been learning about or obsessed with lately?Josh makes better life choicesTim rows a million metersWhy we took a strategic pause as an organizationFollowing Jesus as a lifelong pursuitThe gap in our lives between who we are and who God has created us to beWhy the image of an iceberg can be a pivotal way to see lifeMatthew 15 and the heartOur value is who we become -Dallas WillardNew to Season Four - Guided ListeningResources mentioned in this episode:Our one-year journey for men and womenThis podcast is an offering of Seek Well. To find out more about us visit seekwell.orgWant to help? Please consider supporting this podcast with a tax deductible monthly donation. Your generosity will help us continue to invest in the lives of men and women who want to live the life that Jesus offers by learning to slow down, listen for his voice and Seek Well. To donate, visit seekwell.org/donate.

What if you had the chance to navigate life alongside the Creator of the universe, the one who holds all power and authority over everything? This profound reality is at the heart of our exploration into the life of Jesus. Join us as we delve into the incredible authority Jesus possesses and what it means for us in our daily lives. From calming storms to healing the sick and overcoming death, Jesus' power is unmatched. But what does this mean for your personal journey of faith? In this session, we unpack key events from Jesus' ministry that reveal His authority over creation, disease, sin, and even death. We look particularly at the narratives found in **Mark 4:35-41**, **Matthew 8:14-15**, **Mark 5:1-13**, **Matthew 9:2-6**, and **John 11:25-26**. These passages illuminate not only His divine power but what our response should be to these awe-inspiring truths. If Jesus truly is who He says He is, how then should we live?We also discuss the biggest questions surrounding Jesus' power: Why do bad things happen even though Jesus controls all? Among other insights, we explore how suffering fits into God's plan and the growth and strength we can find in those difficult seasons.Finally, we confront the core of what it means to follow Jesus—not as a fairy tale or entertaining superhero story, but as the very foundation of our lives. **Philippians 2:9-11** and **Galatians 2:20** challenge us to surrender wholly to Jesus, who reigns supreme, and share this transformative message with the world.Experience the transformative knowledge of Jesus' authority and embrace the call to live an authentic Christian life. Remember, our mission is to help you become a passionate follower of Jesus so you can experience the life He intended for you and encourage others to do the same.Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to stay updated with our content ⏩.LIKE ✔️, SHARE

2025-Feb-16 ⎮ JOHN - A Love Story ⎮ Ways To Live Your Life ⎮ Jesus Is the Way - Week 4 by Hillcrest Covenant Church

Catch the message Proof Of Life: Handling The Truth by Pastor Scott Jones.John introduces himself as an eyewitness of the Word of Life (Jesus) and proclaims what he knows to be true about Him. False teachings about the true nature of Jesus had crept into the church. John makes crystal clear the true nature of God and those who belong to him is light, not darkness; truth, not falsehood. We cannot claim to be vitally connected with God and, at the same time, ignore or trivialize our sin. And so we must deal with sin by acknowledging it (truth) and receiving the grace and forgiveness of Jesus so that we can remain in close fellowship with him (walking in the light) and others in God's family.

Fill-In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-226278.html Continuing The Conversation 1. Timothy Keller teaches that If we dont have the true Shepherd, we will look for substitutes. But every substitute will ultimately leave us unsatisfied. a. Have you ever come across any real life examples of someone who was left unsatisfied with a substitute? 2. How have you learned to nourish yourself with the "Bread of Life" (Jesus)? 3. In what ways could you let Jesus provide THROUGH you to help nourish others on him (the Bread of Life)? 4. Describe our reaction to this promise of our future wedding feast: a. Isaiah 25:69 (NLT) 6 In Jerusalem, the Lord of Heavens Armies will spread a wonderful feast for all the people of the world. It will be a delicious banquet with clear, well-aged wine and choice meat. 7 There he will remove the cloud of gloom, the shadow of death that hangs over the earth. 8 He will swallow up death forever! The Sovereign Lord will wipe away all tears. He will remove forever all insults and mockery against his land and people. The Lord has spoken! 9 In that day the people will proclaim, This is our God! We trusted in him, and he saved us! This is the Lord, in whom we trusted. Let us rejoice in the salvation he brings!

Fill-In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-226278.html Continuing The Conversation 1. Timothy Keller teaches that If we dont have the true Shepherd, we will look for substitutes. But every substitute will ultimately leave us unsatisfied. a. Have you ever come across any real life examples of someone who was left unsatisfied with a substitute? 2. How have you learned to nourish yourself with the "Bread of Life" (Jesus)? 3. In what ways could you let Jesus provide THROUGH you to help nourish others on him (the Bread of Life)? 4. Describe our reaction to this promise of our future wedding feast: a. Isaiah 25:69 (NLT) 6 In Jerusalem, the Lord of Heavens Armies will spread a wonderful feast for all the people of the world. It will be a delicious banquet with clear, well-aged wine and choice meat. 7 There he will remove the cloud of gloom, the shadow of death that hangs over the earth. 8 He will swallow up death forever! The Sovereign Lord will wipe away all tears. He will remove forever all insults and mockery against his land and people. The Lord has spoken! 9 In that day the people will proclaim, This is our God! We trusted in him, and he saved us! This is the Lord, in whom we trusted. Let us rejoice in the salvation he brings!

What does it mean to CHANGE THE WORLD?!    "The question isn't how we can change the world—it's how we can join the One who already has?"   Jesus says: "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me." - John 14:6   Jesus is THE WAY → Living differently. (disciples, deacons, shepherds in Christ) Jesus is THE TRUTH → Declaring Jesus boldly (counter to lies, speaking truth in love) Jesus is THE LIFE → Jesus' presence fills and empowers us (Spirit gives life, fullness)     Jesus is everything!     Sermon by:  Pastor David   ------------    You are welcome and loved by the Lord and His Church!    ------------   If you need prayer or help, please reach out to us! We are a church that desires to follow Jesus and seek His Kingdom as one body together in Him through loving Him with all we have and loving others.   In all we do, we seek to... worship the Lord passionately, connect authentically, grow to know the Lord deeply, and go and share the gospel boldly as One Body in Christ.     Maybe the Lord has brought you to this message for a reason.   "And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." -Matthew 28:18-20

Please Listen to my message: "The Holy Spirit in you"  Understanding how to follow the Holy Spirit and not the flesh, brings the fruit of the Spirit into your life. As you surrender each day to God's Holy Spirit He will lead, guide, comfort, teach and become your advocate, your helper! Understanding how the Holy Spirit operates will bring you the abundant Life Jesus promised in John 10:10.  Please listen, give us a 5 star review and share this program to strengthen the Faith of other Christians Worldwide, while leading non-believers to Christ and supporting the local church!  Love you BW

Why do we call God Father? Because He Adopted Us into His Family through His Son!

To live the A+ Life Jesus wants for us, we want to “Bump our Trajectory.” Where and how to start? Start with just that one thing. Ridding yourself finally of that one thing that you know is not helpful, that is holding you back. Or perhaps adding that one thing you know is missing.

Summary Pastor Raj emphasizes the importance of healing internal wounds and the impact they have on our lives and ministries. Using the metaphor of trees, he illustrates how unhealed wounds can affect our growth and resilience. He discusses the challenges faced in ministry and the necessity of dealing with internal struggles to avoid being toppled by life's pressures. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Healing Wounds 09:07 Lessons from Trees: Growth and Resilience 18:02 The Impact of Ministry on Personal Life 26:13 Dealing with Internal Struggles 34:08 The Tree of Life: Jesus as Our Example Takeaways God is doing a deep cleansing in our hearts. Unhealed wounds can bring us down. We need to guard our hearts. Ministry can determine whether we finish strong. It's not what happens to you that is critical, but how you process it. We need to shake things off in the fire. What's eating you from the inside is critical. Our life story will be spoken through the rings. We must expect challenges in ministry. Jesus is our ultimate example of strength and healing.

I am going over John 14, Roman's 1, and Luke 10. I am a vessel for Jesus Christ to use to speak the work of God and spread the good news. I am nothing. I am just the middle between the heavens allowing the living word of God to be spoken. As I am learning what it means to be devoted to Jesus I am here to share what I learn and how I grow my faith daily. Join me to worship the lord and learn about his teachings and how it will transform your entire life for the better. Only Jesus heals.

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Remember that god is Sovereign and What that Means!

We conclude the Sermon on the Mount, considering Jesus' final illustration and invitation toward flourishing.

Isaiah 6:1-5 | Luke Peterson

He died to give us SO MUCH more than ordinary! Are you believing God for the EXTRA✨ORDINARY in your life? 

Jesus knows that on the inside, at the level of soul and spirit, we often hunger for something much deeper than physical bread. And that part of ourselves, that indescribable but ultimately recognizable part of who we are, can only be filled by a connection with the one who redeems us.  SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts:Your Daily Prayer: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/Your Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Full Transcript Below: Finding The Bread of Life [Jesus said] “I am the bread of life, those who come to me will never be hungry, those who believe in me will never thirst.” (John 6:35) I once drove past a church with a large sign out front; you know the kind, the kind where you can type witty or inspiring messages for all to read. This church, however, chose a more aggressive tactic. One day the sign read “Jesus said ‘You either eat the bread of life or you're toast!”  Wait….is that, really what Jesus said?  When Jesus calls himself the bread of life, was he setting up some divine criteria by which we get to judge who is right and wrong, in or out?  There is a big difference between holding out an invitation to all and voicing a criterion of condemnation. When Jesus calls himself the bread of life in John chapter 6, there is no hint of judgement. And even when he says, “unless you eat the flesh of the son of man you have no life in you”, Jesus is only reinforcing his gracious invitation to all.  Jesus invites the crowds around him to receive from him the life and the grace that he so freely offers. Jesus reaches out lovingly, not judgmentally. Of course, the crowds misunderstand what Jesus meant. They had previously been fed miraculously by five loaves and two fish, were hungry for more; they were hungry for miracles, and they were also physically hungry. Jesus knows this. Jesus says, “you are looking for me not because you saw miraculous signs but because you ate and had your fill.”  Simply put, Jesus proved he could give the crowd dinner, and now they want breakfast. Give us more bread, they say, and they would be satisfied. See, they thought that Jesus could only provide physical bread, and physical nourishment. They were concerned with their appetite, their bodily satiation, and their earthly life. This happens a lot. In John 4 we read about the woman at the well, who believed that living water just meant and endless flowing stream. Before we move on, let's stop here and ask a question: is that how we treat the bread of life? Do we reduce the works of Jesus to simple actions designed to prop up our earthly existence. Do we think that the  bread of life is given to us so that we can continue living our lives the way we want, pursuing what we want to pursue?   What Jesus does in this passage, what Jesus always does, is invite us to enter a deeper life. Yes, Jesus can provide for our physical needs, the feeding of the 5000 proved that – but Jesus offers us more than simply propping up our earthly life. In calling himself “the bread from heaven” Jesus was inviting the crowd to enter a deeper relationship with their Lord. Jesus wanted to them, and us, to find in him the life that truly is life. Because the life that Jesus talks about, the life that he holds out for us, isn't the life of days and weeks, it is the life of spirit and soul. Jesus offers us true life in that part of us that can't be satiated by physical things. It is life that is in touch with our desire for hope, for love, for joy, for peace, for forgiveness and redemption. If all those things could be filled by earthly nourishment – by the physical breads of existence, then the more you eat the happier we would be. But I think we all know that's not the case.  Jesus knows that on the inside, at the level of soul and spirit, we often hunger for something much deeper than physical bread. And that part of ourselves, that indescribable but ultimately recognizable part of who we are, can only be filled by a connection with the one who redeems us. And so Jesus invites us to find in him everything our souls' hunger for. Intersecting Faith and Life. The bread of God who comes down from heaven Jesus himself. The reason why the bread of life is eternal, the reason why we never hunger or thirst in the spiritual sense, isn't because we have arrived at some heightened spiritual status, but because we are connected to the one who never leaves.  We know that no matter what we face, the life of Jesus surrounds us and carries us. Jesus offers a love-filled invitation to come to him.  Ask yourself: Is Jesus the bread of your life?  As you come to physical bread daily; do you come to Jesus on a regular basis?  Do you receive from him the life he offers? Do you engage with Jesus in a deep way, digesting his presence and his word at the deepest level of spirit?  If we want to receive life he offers, the point is we need to take him deep -to allow Jesus to transform us into his likeness. Because Jesus is the only person who can fill our spiritual hunger. He is real food and real drink. Yes, Jesus is the bread of life, and all who come to him will be satisfied. For further reading John 6:24-34 “Are you feasting on the bread of life?” on crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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If we are fortunate enough to die of old age, perhaps we'll be patiently or eagerly awaiting what is on the other side, but one thing we can do right now is have faith. God has not called us to live in fear of anything else but Him, and even that biblical fear is a reverential attitude towards the Lord. Loving, acknowledging, and trusting in His majesty.  SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts:Your Daily Prayer: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/Your Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Full Transcript Below: Are You Afraid of Dying? By Aaron D'Anthony Brown“In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?” (John 14:2) The Greatest Fear I've been told that public speaking is a greater fear than death for most people. Perhaps that is true, but if you told someone they had to speak to a crowd or die at that very moment, my guess is that most people would stomach their discomfort and talk. They may fumble their way through the speech, but they would be alive. So many people enjoy being alive in the physical sense. But that enjoyment is fueled by a fear of what comes afterward. Does that describe you? Are you afraid of dying? I had a chat with a friend recently, and he spoke about his fear of death. Since he doesn't believe in Christ or an afterlife, he talked about how after we die, we cease to exist. Imagine that. It's true that most of us won't go down in history books. The people we know and love will also eventually pass away. Any memory of us will fade. Ostensibly, we vanish into nothingness. This image of death is rather bleak, and I imagine that's the case for anyone who doesn't believe in something more. For them, this life is all there is. Once it's gone, nothing awaits. However, the thoughts shared by my friend are not exactly unique. I know Christians who have been fearful of death. They avoid thinking about it as much as possible and focus on living life. Similarly, I, too, have, at different points in my existence, been afraid of death. However, God has not called us to live a life of fear. Not to death. In fact, God has given us reason not to fear death at all. Intersecting Faith & Life: Jesus conquered the grave. Perhaps the main reason believers should not fear death is the victory Jesus has claimed on our behalf. He died and was punished for our iniquities. The damnation that would have found us no longer will because of the sacrifice Christ made. If you believe in that sacrifice, then reaffirm your confidence that Christ has taken care of you. Death will find you, but Hell will not claim you. You are one of God's children. Scripture talks about Heaven. I remember talking to my mechanic about his near-death experience. He told me that he actually did technically die, but was brought back. Before that happened, he spoke of a field that he was standing in. He said he had never felt so much peace and that he didn't want to come back. That experience reassured him that Heaven is real. Now, I can't advocate for believing in people who talk about coming back from the dead and recount experiences Of Heaven or Hell. Maybe some of them are telling the truth. What we can say with certainty, however, is that the Bible makes mention of Heaven a few times. We don't get the full picture, but we definitely get hints. Jesus Himself talked about His father's house having “many rooms.” He's preparing a place for you and me. Maybe death will catch us by surprise, but not Jesus. God has not given you a spirit of fear. Whether you fear death, public speaking, or something else, God has not called us to live a life of fear. There's a reason that Scripture tells us over and over again not to be afraid. Two reasons, actually. One, fear is a natural part of our sinful nature. It's a consequence of not accepting what we can't control or understand. The second reason is that God wants us to know that he is bigger than our fears. Any fear. We stop panicking when we start trusting. Fear the Lord, not death. If we are fortunate enough to die of old age, perhaps we'll be patiently or eagerly awaiting what is on the other side, but one thing we can do right now is have faith. God has not called us to live in fear of anything else but Him, and even that biblical fear is a reverential attitude towards the Lord. Loving, acknowledging, and trusting in His majesty. When we do that, we realize that this life is meant to be enjoyed, but this enjoyment is but a fraction of what's to come. Heaven is real, and it is so much greater than this life. Further Reading: Revelation 21:4 Isaiah 41:10 2 Timothy 1:7 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Chapter 21 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Breath of Life - Jesus appears before the disciples. The beginning of the church is rising as the disciples are empowered by the risen Lord. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Acts 2:3, And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/  Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.