Podcasts about living today

Pastor Rick Warren once said, “The way you store up treasure in heaven is by investing in getting people there.” That's a powerful statement—and it raises an important question: What does it really mean to store up treasure in heaven? Jesus speaks directly to this in Matthew 6:20, where He says, “Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” That word “treasure” is striking. In Greek, the word is thēsauros—the same root from which we get the word “treasury.” It describes something stored safely for the future. But Jesus isn't describing a spiritual savings account filled with gold and silver. He's pointing to the lasting fruit of a life lived in alignment with God's Kingdom. Notice that Jesus doesn't say, “Don't have treasure.” He says, “Store your treasure in heaven.” In other words, what we invest in God's purposes today carries eternal significance. What Are Eternal Rewards? In 1 Timothy 6:18–19, Paul writes that believers are “to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.” That final phrase matters: “that which is truly life.” The reward is not merely something we receive later. It is the fullness of life that comes from walking in step with Christ—now and forever. The early church understood this well. Augustine wrote in The City of God, “God Himself, who is the author of virtue, shall there be its reward, for as there is nothing greater or better, He has promised Himself.” In other words, the greatest reward of eternity is not something we possess, but Someone we know. That is the heart of eternal rewards: deeper fellowship with God, fuller participation in His Kingdom, and the joy of seeing His work unfold through our lives. Money Reveals What We Treasure This is where our finances come in. Jesus often connected money to an eternal perspective because it reveals what we value. When we give generously, serve faithfully, and steward wisely, we are investing in something that lasts beyond the temporary. We are declaring that our hope is not in wealth, comfort, or control, but in God Himself. In Luke 16:11, Jesus says, “If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches?” In other words, how we manage earthly resources reflects whether our hearts are ready for something far greater. Every act of generosity, every decision to trust God rather than money, every sacrifice made for His Kingdom becomes part of a story that continues into eternity. God's Rewards Are Gifts of Grace Here's the beautiful truth: God's rewards are never wages. They are gifts. Scripture does not teach that we earn God's favor through generosity or faithful stewardship. Rather, God rewards His people because He is generous in grace. He chooses to reward the very faithfulness He produces in us. That reveals something remarkable about our Father. No matter what we have or do not have in this world, because we belong to Him, He promises to entrust us with the true riches of His Kingdom. That is what it means to store up treasure in heaven. Instead of investing everything in what is temporary, we place our lives, our resources, and our trust into the hands of the One who is the very source of heaven and earth. It's not about building a spiritual portfolio. It's about orienting our hearts toward God Himself. Living Today in Light of Eternity Life with God has never been about accumulating more. It has always been about knowing Him, trusting Him, and sharing in His purposes. So the real question is not, “What do I get in heaven?” The better question is, “How can I live today in light of eternity?” Because one day, every faithful steward will hear the words Jesus spoke in Matthew 25:21—words that will fill every believer's heart with awe and joy: “Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your master.” A Resource to Help You Live with Eternal Perspective If you've ever wondered how to live with that kind of eternal perspective day by day, we walk through it in our new devotional, Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship. It's designed to help you view every part of your financial life—saving, giving, planning, and investing—through the lens of eternity as you learn to treasure Christ above all else. You can pick up your copy today, or place a bulk order for your church or small group, at FaithFi.com/Shop. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I have an old individual retirement account that was purchased in 1987 and matured in 1990. I've been receiving letters from agencies offering to help me cash it out for a fee, but I still have the original receipt. What's the best way to access the money? Can I transfer it to another traditional IRA or convert it to a Roth? I'm calling on behalf of my daughter about my two-year-old granddaughter. They'd like to set aside about $1,000 a year until she's 18 or 20, but they're unsure whether to use a 529 in case she doesn't attend college. They also want to be careful about putting money directly in the child's name. What's the best way to invest and structure this? I have about $4,300 in debt, including $4,000 on a credit card. What's the best way to handle it—should I use a balance transfer card or take a loan from my 401(k)? I have about $1,000 of extra margin each month. My emergency fund is fully funded, and I've paid off all consumer debt except my home. Should I use that extra money to invest more, give more, or pay down my mortgage faster? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) The Treasure Principle, Revised and Updated: Unlocking the Secret of Joyful Giving by Randy Alcorn Christian Credit Counselors (CCC) Sound Mind Investing (SMI) Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. 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Living Today in Light of Eternity

Live as someone who has a joyful present, now, already, in Christ, because you are living in the certainty of your eternal life in Christ.

Live as someone who has a joyful present, now, already, in Christ, because you are living in the certainty of your eternal life in Christ. The sermon centers on the imperative to live with eternal perspective, grounded in the fear of the Lord and the reality of divine judgment. Proverbs 24:13–22 emphasizes that true wisdom—like honey to the body—is sweet and nourishing to the soul, as a gift from God, ultimately found only in Christ. The believer is called to reject both fear and envy of the wicked, recognizing that God's justice will prevail and that only hope and joy in Christ are eternal. With God's work focused on believers' eternal joy, they must pursue holiness, refusing even to gloat over the wicked's fall. Ultimately, the message calls for a life anchored in the gospel of Christ, Who secures eternal blessedness and enables present joy in the certainty of eternity.

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What if the life you're holding onto is the very thing keeping you stuck? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Julie Deem opens up about releasing the picture she once had for her life and learning to embrace what is unfolding instead. If you've been feeling stuck, questioning your path, or holding onto something that no longer fits, this conversation will help you shift your perspective and take your next step forward with clarity and confidence.What You Will Learn:How holding onto a past vision of life can prevent forward progress.Why unexpected life changes often require grieving the version of life you thought you would have.How to shift from focusing on long-term pressure to present-day intentional action.What it looks like to build a future through small, consistent choices.How to release timelines, expectations, and relationships that no longer serve you.Why your future self is shaped by what you choose to do today.FAQ:How do I let go of the life I thought I would have?Letting go starts with acknowledging the loss of that vision and allowing yourself to grieve it, while choosing to focus on what is still possible today.What should I focus on if I don't know what my future looks like?Focus on small, intentional actions you can take today that support your growth and well-being.How do I know if something no longer fits my life?If it consistently brings stress, misalignment, or requires forcing outcomes, it may no longer be meant for your current season.Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We tend to think in terms of the here and now, and that's understandable—we live here and we're living now! But this world is not home for believers. If we're too focused on the things of this world and never give a thought to living in the light of tomorrow, we won't live well in the HERE and NOW!This might all sound like a challenging riddle, but the Apostle Peter uses this line of thinking to warn us about the risk of becoming so earthbound and seduced by the things of this world that we lose sight of heaven. But what does living in light of tomorrow look like? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

We tend to think in terms of the here and now, and that's understandable—we live here and we're living now! But this world is not home for believers. If we're too focused on the things of this world and never give a thought to living in the light of tomorrow, we won't live well in the HERE and NOW!This might all sound like a challenging riddle, but the Apostle Peter uses this line of thinking to warn us about the risk of becoming so earthbound and seduced by the things of this world that we lose sight of heaven. But what does living in light of tomorrow look like? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

Monday 2/23/26

The way you live today is already shaping how you'll stand before God. In this passage, Ecclesiastes delivers its final sobering clarity: life is not meaningless—it is accountable. Join us this Sunday as we consider what it means to stop delaying obedience and start living faithfully now, in light of God's judgment and grace.

The way you live today is already shaping how you'll stand before God. In this passage, Ecclesiastes delivers its final sobering clarity: life is not meaningless—it is accountable. Join us this Sunday as we consider what it means to stop delaying obedience and start living faithfully now, in light of God's judgment and grace.

Friday 2/20/26

Retirement isn't just about making your money last, it's about using it wisely while you still can. In this episode of the Plan Your Federal Retirement podcast, Micah Shilanski, Wealth Advisor, is joined by his father, Floyd Shilanski, Wealth Advisor, to unpack one of the most complicated challenges federal employees face: balancing today's lifestyle with tomorrow's longevity. From distribution strategies and liquidity planning to housing decisions, aging in place, and preparing for unexpected large expenses, this conversation dives deep into what actually happens over a 30–40 year retirement. With decades of real-world client experience, Floyd shares stories that highlight why flexibility, intentional planning, and foresight are essential, not optional. If you're a pre-retiree or early retiree wondering how to enjoy retirement without becoming a burden or running out of money, this episode is for you. https://zurl.co/xFbFx

Living today for forever Do what God gives you, now Do it with all your might Do it before forever comes

Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul. To learn more, visit InwardTorah.org

Send us a textLegacy isn't something you leave — it's something you live.In the final episode of our Legacy Series, April shares how to cultivate daily rhythms that reflect your faith, carry purpose, and build a legacy that glorifies God. You'll learn to see every prayer, every “yes,” and every step of obedience as part of your eternal story.✨ You'll learn:• How consistency creates fruit that lasts• Why your daily obedience is eternal work• How to live with legacy in mind right now

Eternal Marriage Mindset: Living Today for the Streets of Gold We get so caught up in the now—our needs, our feelings, our expectations—that we forget: this isn't forever. And when it comes to your marriage, your mindset matters more than you know. What if the goal isn't just earthly happiness… but eternal impact? Let's shift our gaze from the temporary to the eternal—from trying to fix our spouse to faithfully loving them like Jesus. Because your marriage assignment? It impacts eternity. A Marriage Mindset That Reaches for Heaven If marriage is your god, you'll do it your way. You'll chase validation, push for change, demand your rights, and stew in resentment when your spouse doesn't meet your expectations. But if God is your God, and marriage is your assignment, you'll do it His way. You'll put your spouse before your ministry, before your work, before the kids. You'll think about loving them the way they receive love. You care about peace, patience, kindness, and self-control in your marriage. You value reconciliation and you stop praying, "God, fix my spouse so I feel better," and start praying, "God, draw them closer to You." It's a radical shift in your marriage mindset. And it changes everything. Eternal Marriage Mindset: Your Assignment Is Bigger Than You Think Think about this: your spouse isn't just your husband or wife. They're your brother or sister in Christ. One day, they will stand before Jesus just like you will. What if your daily choices helped them be more ready for that moment? That's the eternal marriage mindset. It's not about temporary comfort—it's about eternal glory. You're not just trying to survive your marriage. You're trying to love your spouse all the way to the streets of gold! And, by God's grace, you'll be dancing there together one day. You only get one marriage with this person. One chance to love them well. One life to serve them, selflessly. And if that service brings them closer to Jesus? It's worth every ounce of sacrifice. Streets of Gold and a Big Ol' Mansion Next Door But all joking aside, imagining heaven should stir our hearts. Because eternity is real. And that means what you do in this short vapor of a life matters. If you need help fixing your gaze upward, here's a powerful recommendation: Wild Near-Death Experiences: Proof of Heaven | John Burke | Ep:365 from the Blurry Creatures podcast. John is a former pastor, engineer, and researcher who has explored over 1,000 verified near-death experiences—and the common themes are stunning. Even from those with no faith background, many report seeing a being of love, a city of light, a life review… all pointing to the reality of heaven. His ministry, Imagine Heaven, invites us to live today in light of eternity. And wow—is it motivating. When we meditate on the realness of what's ahead, our marriage takes on deeper purpose. It becomes a divine assignment with eternal weight. It's Not About Them, It's About You: Taking Ownership in Your Marriage Here's the hard truth: You will stand before God alone. You won't be able to say, "But my husband didn't…" or "But my wife never…" This journey isn't about controlling your spouse—it's about surrendering your own heart. If your marriage is struggling, start by asking: Am I doing this God's way? Am I praying for their character, not just my comfort? Am I serving them with an eternal mindset—or demanding love on my terms? The shift starts in you. Final Thoughts: Marriage Is Temporary. Your Influence Isn't. Heaven is coming. And when you get there—your mansion sparkling, the streets of gold beneath your feet—will your spouse be dancing beside you? Will your love have drawn them closer to Jesus? Will your sacrifices have sown eternal seeds? Friend, your influence matters. Every word, every action, every reaction has a chance to draw them closer to Jesus. So soften your heart. Adjust your mindset. And do marriage well—not for earthly gain, but for eternal glory. We are rooting for you!   Blessings, The Delight Your Marriage Team   PS - Want help living this out? We would love to walk alongside you. Start with a free Clarity Call and talk with someone who's been there, seen God work, and is ready to cheer you on. PPS - Have you seen the impact of this work in your life and wish more people knew about it? We are launching our In-Person Training program globally in January 2026. For more information on bringing this program to your church (or small group or work or wherever you meet!), please email office@delightyourmarriage.com. PPPS - Here is a quote from a recent graduate: "The biggest area I have grown is in my relationship with the Lord.  I have a deeper walk and appreciate struggles as they point me to Jesus.  Our marriage has grown as well.  We are deeper in love and we are heading to our finish lines of life, united as a couple."

By Ted Budge - As members of the family of God, we await the Millennial Kingdom, a time of profound peace and restoration under Christ's reign. Many prophecies we hear during the Feast paint a powerful picture of the Kingdom of God. They provide a vision of hope. We live in challenging times, yet God provides hope

By Robert Pflaum - To inspire our everyday living—motivating us to seek hope in God's promises, pursue holiness, and live with an eternal perspective.

Hi Mamas, Today's episode is a little heavier, but it's one of the most important conversations we can have. After recently losing a dear friend, I've been reflecting deeply on the lessons loss teaches us. These are reminders we all need: to stop waiting, to live with intention, to savor the little things, and to love loudly and unapologetically. Loss shakes us awake. It reminds us that tomorrow isn't promised and the “perfect time” doesn't exist. So instead of waiting for someday, we need to live today. ✨ In this episode, I share 10 powerful lessons loss has taught me: Make your health a priority (yes, book the mammogram!) Save for tomorrow, but don't miss today Take the trip… big or small, it's always worth it Forgive quickly and set yourself free Say the words now: “I love you,” “I'm proud of you” Be present in the everyday moments Live with intention… align your calendar with your values Don't take people for granted… cherish your loved ones Dreams deserve action… start now, even messy Don't assume you have time… today is the gift This episode is dedicated to my beautiful friend Mare. Her light, love, and resilience are a reminder to live fully, laugh often, and love deeply.

Theme: Living today for forever1. Do what God gives now2. Do it with all your might3. Do it before forever comesTime:MorningMinister:Rev. Ken WieskeTexts:Ecclesiastes 9:10Ecclesiastes 8:10—9:10

Jeremiah 29:4-14Although the ups and downs of life are often outside of our control, we do have control over our attitude. How we orient ourselves matters, and today we consider how we can maintain an attitude of hope despite challenging circumstances.

Title: The True and Better AtonementSpeaker: Rob BerrethScripture: Hebrews 9:23-28Episode Overview:In this compelling sermon, we reflect on the two most important days in every human life: this day—the present moment—and that Day—the future day of judgment and salvation when Christ returns. Drawing from Hebrews 9:23–28, we are reminded of the sobering certainty of death and judgment, as well as the profound hope offered through Jesus' once-for-all sacrifice. This message urges listeners to live with urgency, clarity, and gospel-shaped hope, allowing the certainty of "that Day" to shape how we live this day.Key Highlights:• Two Days That Define Life: Luther's wisdom on “this day and that Day” as a lens for living.• Facing Judgment with Hope: A sobering look at death and judgment—and the assurance of salvation in Christ.• The Work of Christ: How Jesus' sacrifice puts away sin and secures our forgiveness.• Living Today in Light of That Day: How future certainty reshapes our daily priorities.• Practical Application: Number your days, make good use of your time, and wait eagerly for Christ's return.Call to Action:Don't waste today. Let the reality of Christ's return lead you to worship, repentance, and renewed purpose. Run to Jesus—your hope in life and in death—and let every “today” be shaped by the glory of “that Day.” Consider how you are numbering your days. Who are you encouraging? How are you stewarding the time, gifts, and relationships God has given you?Redeemer Church211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226www.redeemernw.org

A church fit for purpose will live today in light of that day... with their hope in God awaiting the treasure to come.

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Jesus concludes his Sermon on future events and challenges us how to live faithfully and rightly with a view to eternity. That is, how to make our lives count for eternity as we go about our day to day activities.

Rev. Dr. Dean Courtier preaching on 'The Unexpected Jesus (5): Living Today for Christ' at Estuary Elim Online.

We tend to think in terms of the here and now, and that's understandablewe live here and we're living now! But this world is not home for believers. If we're too focused on the things of this world and never give a thought to living in the light of tomorrow, we won't live well in the HERE and NOW! This might all sound like a challenging riddle, but the Apostle Peter uses this line of thinking to warn us about the risk of becoming so earthbound and seduced by the things of this world that we lose sight of heaven. But what does living in light of tomorrow look like? In this message, Stuart Briscoe teaches from 2 Peter about living in anticipation of the eternal days to come, so that we can live our best life now. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

Sermon Handout Sermon Slides Ecclesiastes 11:1–6

After being diagnosed with Pre B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in September of 2005, Alisha Wagoner was able to completely recover from her battle with this form of Pediatric Blood Cancer and now, nearly 19 years later, she has put together quite a resume. This resume includes an outstanding college softball career, prestigious awards from both her athletic and humanitarian accomplishments, and the hope that her professional career will take her to becoming a personal trainer and owning her own gym. 

Holiness involves being separate from impurity while dedicating oneself to God's service. It encompasses everyday life, not just religious activities. Balancing separation from sin with loving service to others is challenging but crucial for true discipleship.

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1 John 5:5 Who is the one who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? As we have seen repeatedly in 1 John, the apostle emphasized faith and love as the evidence or assurance that one is a child of God. In these first verses of chapter 5, the spotlight shines on faith—believing that Jesus is the Son of God, who came in human form and flesh, to be the savior of the world. He asked a question: Who is the one who overcomes the world? We might take him to answer, “It's none but those who believe in Jesus.” I want to encourage you today with this thought from this verse. If you are intentionally living today to love with Jesus, you are living with the very Son of God. He lived a perfect life, loving with His Father. He died for your sins, was buried and raised to life. He has been given to you, to dwell in your mortal body, by the power His Spirit, so you can love whoever He puts in your path and overcome the world. Through Christ, you can overcome the lusts, pride, temptations, and attacks from this world. You can overcome the hatred, persecutions, accusations, and lies by faith in His presence in your life—His life of love. Be encouraged! You are living today with the very Son of God. He is your life!

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We're all looking forward to certain things happening in our life…but have you ever said to yourself, “After [this thing] happens, THEN I'll be happy?” In this episode of Flow Over Fear, Adam Hill discusses his personal journey to happiness and opens up about some serious hurdles along the way. Adam shares tactical advice on how to stop “waiting” and achieve happiness NOW. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Embrace the journey Align your core values Live proactively Schedule your adventures Episode Highlights: [0:46] Stop waiting for life to happen Adam discusses the trap of dreaming about an outcome and becoming unhappy when it doesn't happen as expected. [4:08] Don't settle, pursue passions The importance of pursuing your passion rather than settling for something that doesn't align with your values or goals. [9:07] Purpose through self-awareness A challenge to separate yourself from societal expectations and find what truly fills you up, rather than waiting for external achievements to bring happiness. [14:57] Confronting your biggest fears How identifying and addressing your biggest fears allows you to understand them and align yourself more closely with your values to start living a more abundant life. [19:16] Finding fulfillment and worth Scheduling adventure moments that fill up your cup and expand life rather than just waiting for the destination, and knowing your potential worth. Follow Adam… Sign up for my newsletter and get my free Vision/Reflection Retreat Guide: Follow me and turn fear into flow! IG: @theadamchill YouTube: @adamchill  TikTok: @theadamchill

Author, illustrator, and Biblical paranormal researcher, Jason McLean lives in Waxahachie, Texas with his three children and beautiful, long-suffering wife. Beyond his lifelong love of art and comics, Jason's life has been consumed with the study of archaeology, cryptozoology, ufology, and astronomy in order to better understand the Bible, its teachings, and the One behind its creation.That's right Dean's partner on the old Mysterious Library show returns to chat again!They talk about tales, theories, and witness reports which suggest that dinosaurs and other relict prehistoric creatures might still be living to this day. Including Jason's own sighting of a flying pterosaur!This is the kind of fun, fascinating, and fast-moving conversation which regular viewers/listeners have come to expect from Dean and Jason.

Welcome to Episode 112 of the Monday Night MasterDebaters where I am joined by Ryan from Dangerous World Podcast, Heidi from The Unfiltered Rise Podcast, Julia from The Cosmic Peach Podcast and Janet from Deplorable Nation Podcast.  Its Ladies Night and Christmas episode all in one where we start out talking 2024 Predictions, Current Housing Market, Micro-Housing, Avoid Cities, Mouse Utopia, Amazon Convenience, Cost of Living Today, Klaus Schwab Christmas Song, Rockefeller Medicine, Holistic Cures, Michelle Levy, Best/Worst Christmas Gift, Christmas Vacation Trivia Game, Favorite Christmas Movies, and much more! My dear friend and friend of the show Matthew Smith needs our help, if you can donate, it is greatly appreciated! Matthew's 'F Pancreatic Cancer' Fund   https://gofund.me/66ad1486 Please leave a review & share the show! Go support the great guests at: Heidi Live from the Unfiltered Rise Podcast https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredrise_podcast linktr.ee/unfilteredrisepod Janet from Deplorable Nation Twitter @KnowJanet https://www.instagram.com/deplorablejanet podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deplorable-nation/id1575396622 Julia from Cosmic Peach Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cosmic.peach.podcast/ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cosmic-peach/id1620410114 Ryan from Dangerous World Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DangerousWorldPodcast/posts IG: @dangerousworldpod linktr.ee/dangerousworldpodcast Mat from The Great Deception Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegreatdeceptionpodcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegreatdeceptionpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/thegreatdeceptionpodcast_v2/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/Barons44 To Make Contributions: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegreatdeceptionpodcast Merch: https://my-store-cb4b4e.creator-spring.com thegreatdeceptionpodcast@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-great-deception-podcast/support

In this homily given on the First Sunday of Advent (Dec 3 2023), Fr Mathias preaches on being watchful and awake for the coming of Christ upon our own death when each of us will be judged by Christ on our love.  The biggest temptation to spiritual sleepiness is a kind of worldliness that is nothing other than a self-absorbed rejection of God and his call to love that blinds us to the value of eternity.  Since being worldly usually involves some sort of deception or trickery and since we don't know when we will die, we need to stay awake in our faith and the call to love.  Fr Mathias ends his homily by challenging everyone to live as if this is the last day of our lives and offers some ways of living in the present moment.  If we're living as if every day is our last and we're alive in Christ, then the coming of Jesus at our death is a joyful time of reward for having faith in Christ and entry into eternal life.

Jesus' earthly mission was to seek and to save the lost. That is still His mission today, and we are a part of it, called to share the gospel message of Jesus Christ with the world. Our global prayer team would be happy to pray for your request. Learn more: https://www.wisdomonline.org/prayer

We usually don't want to know the end of the story. In Revelation, John spoils the end; but because we know the ending, we can live in the hope of what's to come. We can live differently in the present because we know what's at stake. We must remember, we're not fighting for victory but for victory.

We usually don't want to know the end of the story. In Revelation, John spoils the end; but because we know the ending, we can live in the hope of what's to come. We can live differently in the present because we know what's at stake. We must remember, we're not fighting for victory but from victory.

Xi Van Fleet discusses her childhood growing up in Mao's Cultural Revolution in China and the scary parallels she sees happening in the United States. She says that President Biden's recent speech calling America's children's “everyone's children,” is similar to the Mao's approach to children in China which were seen first as the ”governments' children,” over the “biological parents.” Saying “Chairman Mao, he was the father for all Chinese children, so our loyalty should go to the party and Chairman Mao first. That means if you'll find your parents, say things or do things that is not in line with the party, you'll report them.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.