Podcasts about love for others

What happens when a church does all the right things but with the wrong motivation?  In this message, Pastor Eric Robertson shares our necessary response. Ultimately, the Book of Revelation is about a problem that is only solved when God's people wake up, repent, and faithfully wait on the return of Jesus.One of the worst problems is the one you don't know you have.Even worse are the problems you can see but don't recognize.Ephesus: HistoryEphesus was an influential city in the Roman world: a major port city in Asia Minor—economically powerful, culturally diverse, and religiously pluralistic. Faithfulness required constant discernment.The city was defined by idol worship. The Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Converting to Christianity meant rejecting the city's spiritual identity and economic system (Acts 19).Though the church seemed to be doing well, there was a glaring problem that John addressed.What Did It Mean: Revelation 2:1–7Each letter follows the criticism sandwich: (Good)(Bad)(Good).Jesus gives this critique while walking among the lampstands—the churches that illuminate Christ to the world.They served well, worked hard, corrected the wicked, removed toxic leaders, suffered faithfully, and didn't grow weary. Ephesus was a hard-working church.Imagine hearing: "You're great—but you don't love me."The letters were written to specific churches, but meant for all churches.What Does It Mean?This passage is often preached as a call to return to passion, but Jesus doesn't critique their passion.Paul once said of them: "Your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God's people" (Eph. 1:15–16).The problem wasn't their works, but their why. They disconnected from the reason they exist.Returning to your first love is remembering why you do what you do: to love God and love others.When a church forgets its why, it doesn't stop working—it stops breathing.Our vision is Belong, Believe, Become, but Ephesus drifted into Believe, Become, Belong.When love is no longer the motivation, we build walls instead of bridges and become known for what we're against instead of Who we're for.How Do We Respond?1. Remember – "Consider how far you have fallen."Remember where you were when God found you and why the church exists.2. Repent – "Repent."Recognize how far you've drifted. The church illuminates Jesus, not itself.3. Return – "Do the things you did at first."Matthew 22:37–40: Love God and love your neighbor.If you don't love your neighbor, you don't have love at all.Closing: Revelation 2:7Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.Returning to our first love is a return to paradise—the life God intended.If we fail to hear, our lampstand will be removed.The church at Ephesus no longer exists—only ruins remain.Have we fallen from our first love?

Welcome to today's Guided Prayer, where we invite you to find a quiet space to still your mind and body.  Guided Prayers are a daily 5–10 minute, intentionally created moment to slow down and meet with God—through scripture, reflection, and honest prayer.It's not a program you attend.It's a pathway you practice.A guided space where people can stop, breathe, and connect with Jesus—every single day.

Love Your Fellow As Yourself-Faith and Love For Others

Do you love those outside of your family?

In the final sermon of the 'Love Now' series, Chris Montgomery delves into the profound biblical call to love one another as articulated in 1 John 4. This sermon challenges the church community to embody Christ's love in tangible ways, encouraging believers to reflect on how they will demonstrate God's love in the coming year. Through scriptural insights, the message emphasizes the importance of loving within the church community and explores how this love serves as a testament to the world of God's presence and perfection.

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Jeremy and Sid pick up where we left off last week, adding a few more ideas to help you reset your focus on what matters most. Jeremy and Sid explore:Why love for God and others is the true center of youth ministry.The vital role of anchoring students in Scripture, not just for knowledge, but to shape their affections and actions.Why your modeling of faithfulness in whatever environment you are in matters more than you realize.Whether you're just stepping into a new season or coming off a hard stretch in ministry, this episode will encourage you to stay faithful, stay focused, and remember that what you do makes an eternal difference.Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.

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In this episode, Jeremy is joined by longtime youth pastor, Alpha Youth Series co-creator, and speaker Ben Woodman for a thoughtful and practical conversation on the most important goal in youth ministry: helping students grow in their love for Jesus and their love for others.Ben shares stories and insights from over 20 years of ministry around the world, and together he and Jeremy reflect on how easy it is to get distracted from our core calling—especially in the chaos of running programs or managing small groups. From practical ideas to deeper theology, this episode is filled with encouragement and inspiration for any youth worker who wants to make space for real spiritual growth in students.Looking for a practical next step? Try out one of these things…Be quick to pray with and for your students—even in spontaneous momentsTry leading a small group through a reflective prayer time using a PsalmPlay a worship song and ask students to listen for what God might sayCreate retreat, camp, or night-away moments where students can encounter GodRemind students (and yourself): you don't have to start over—God cherishes every step you've takenYou can also try out these resources:Alpha Youth Series (free and online)Celebration of Discipline by Richard FosterPracticing the Way by John Mark ComerWe sent these things out to our email list too. If you'd like to join, head to youthworker.community/contact and hit subscribe.Have a question or want to dig deeper? You can email jeremy@youthworker.community.

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Jesus commands to “love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39). Thank you, Jesus!

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• Proverbs 22.9The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. • Philippians 2:3-43 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

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Are we willing to sacrifice our comfort to be Jesus' love for others?2nd Homily for the 5th Sunday of Easter Year C

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February 2, 2025 - Kyle Rye - Love Story - Boaz's Love For Others by Buford Church of Christ

Loving others is an essential part of following Jesus. But how are we supposed to do it? In this sermon, we look at the need for love, the ways of love, and the cost of love. Key Verses: Romans 12:9-21

Episode Summary:In this episode, Bobby Bosler shares a convicting challenge from Matthew 15, where Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for prioritizing their traditions over God's commands. Drawing from a recent revival meeting in Taylors, South Carolina, Bobby opens up about how God confronted him with the importance of genuine love and obedience in his own life. He explores how even spiritual activities can become excuses for selfishness if our hearts are not truly aligned with God.Topics Discussed:The dangers of prioritizing traditions over obedience to God (Matthew 15:1-9).A personal testimony of choosing love and service over personal convenience.The importance of syncing your heart with God's through total surrender.Practical ways to avoid spiritual hypocrisy in daily life.Key Takeaways:True obedience to God involves prioritizing love for others over personal convenience.Religious actions mean little if our hearts are far from God.When we draw close to God, our hearts will beat in sync with His, leading us to genuine love and service. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Hebrews 6:10. For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love which you have shown toward His name, in having ministered and in still ministering to the saints. Righteousness and justice are the foundation of God's throne, according to Ps. 89:14. Psalms 33:5 tells us that the Lord “loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the lovingkindness of the Lord.” That's why the Holy Spirit said that God will not forget the love shown toward His name by the love for the saints that has been expressed by those the author knows are ready to press on to maturity in Christ. The Lord loves righteousness, which is love expressed to others. He also loves justice. If God is just, which of course He is, He must punish those who do evil and reward those who do good. So if we are living to love with Jesus, let us first be encouraged that God will reward us in Christ, for our loving is because of the life of Christ dwelling within us. Surely, God will reward His Son and those of us who work and love with Him. Second, love for the name of the Lord is one of the “better things” that the author cites that accompanies salvation. When someone is saved, they have a desire to see God glorified in their lives. Concern for the name of Jesus underlies their daily words and actions. To love God is to love His name. In this verse, we learn two evidences of saving faith. It works to glorify the name of Jesus and works to minister to the saints. Third, we see that love for the name of Jesus is shown by ministering or loving our brothers and sisters in Christ. The people the author had in mind not only had at one time ministered to the saints, they were still doing it! It had become their lifestyle. So, not only love for the name of Jesus, but love for others is another “better thing” that accompanies salvation.  Do you see why I say that living to love with Jesus should be our purpose in life? It's how we glorify the name of Jesus. We were created for God's glory. If we love His glory, then we show our love toward His name by working and loving with Jesus. We glorify our God by living to love with Jesus. I suggest there is no higher purpose for life in this world than that. So my final encouragement today is that you adopt this purpose as an expression of your love for God and love for His name, expecting to be a partaker in the reward our Father gives to His Son. I'm sure you won't be disappointed, just like those the author had in mind in this verse.

Are you a person that loves other people? Are you looking for ways to sacrificially give yourselves for the needs of those around you? According to John, the answer to the question helps prove or disprove your claim to faith. “Brotherly love," Matthew Henry says, "is the badge of Christ's disciples." /// Reach out to Micah and the Walk Talks team by emailing ⁠mdherbster@southlandcamp.org⁠!

1 John 4:7-12  The Book of First John not only tells us that God wants His people to be assured of their salvation, it tells us how we might be assured.  Pastor Chris Lawson

How can I know if I have reached maturity in my Christian Walk? Am I following Christ the right way? These may be questions that you have asked recently or in the past, do you know if you a Mature Christian? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller continue the series on signs of a mature christian with one of most prominent attribute that a christian can have, Love for others. you do't want to miss this conversation so grab your Bible and join along.   //Other Episode You Might Enjoy// https://www.christianity.com/wiki/god/why-should-i-fear-god-11531786.html? https://www.gotquestions.org/fear-God.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/what-does-the-bible-means-when-it-says-the-fear-of-the-lord-is-the-beginning-of-wisdom.html https://www.gotquestions.org/depend-on-God.html https://www.gotquestions.org/true-worship.html   // Helpful Links // https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com Twin Valley Coffee:   https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com) Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com

Episode Notes It's becoming more common to share truth in hate. If we say we love the truth, we must have love for our brother/sister. If we say it's love to share that truth, we must do so by fruits of the Holy Spirit. When our love for the truth & His word becomes twisted, and is used as a weapon to attack fellow believers on non-fundamental, minor theological disagreements, we become breakers of the very law we say we love.

It's no secret that envy is a trait that poisons our minds and relationships. So, in today's episode, we'll talk about how to break free from the chains that hinder your happiness for other people's success. Dial in to begin the week with a newfound resolve to radiate genuine support for others.Key Takeaways To Listen ForA true-to-life narrative on the destructive effects of envyHow can envy hinder our happiness for other's success?An essential trait to break free from the grip of greedWhy you should foster a mindset of collaboration over competitionThe effects of a loving mindset on your relationships and well-being Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeAmerican GreedCrafting & Executing Strategy by Arthur Thompson et al. | HardcoverConnect With UsMaster your context with real results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate on His Social MediaLinkedIn: Nate Salah, Ph.DInstagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah

Jan 28, 2022 #YogaMeditation #Yogananda​ #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Saralananda shares insights from Paramahansa Yogananda about living a balanced spiritual life, during a satsanga (questions and answers session) at the 2012 SRF World Convocation. Some topics featured are: — Omnipresence: how can a guru help thousands of people at the same time? — What did Paramahansa Yogananda mean by “balanced recklessness”? — How to overcome grudges — Seeking the Source of love in meditation To learn about and enroll for the Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons, the home-study course from Paramahansa Yogananda that presents his comprehensive teachings on the science of yoga meditation and art of balanced spiritual living: https://yogananda.org/lessons To view more talks from this series:    • Inspirational Services With Meditation   To participate in an online group meditation through the SRF Online Meditation Center: https://srfonlinemeditation.org *** If you would like to support the spiritual and humanitarian work of SRF, please click on this link: https://donatesrf.org ***  For the latest content from SRF:  https://yogananda.org ​    / yoganandasrf     / selfrealizationfellowship     / srfyogananda     / selfrealizationfellowship   https://bookstore.yogananda-srf.org/ ***  About Subtitles/closed captions:  We are happy to provide quality subtitles in several languages. If no captioning is yet available in your language, please check back in a few days. Subtitulado común o para personas con discapacidad auditiva: Nos complace ofrecer subtítulos en español. Si aún no los encuentra disponibles en su idioma, por favor vuelva a verificar en unos días.  Untertitel: Wir freuen uns sehr, Ihnen auch passende deutsche Untertitel bieten zu können. Sollten die Untertitel gerade noch nicht zur Verfügung stehen, bitten wir Sie, einige Tage später nochmals nachzusehen. Sottotitoli: siamo felici di mettere a vostra disposizione sottotitoli in italiano. Nel caso i sottotitoli non risultino ancora disponibili nella vostra lingua, vi invitiamo a ricontrollare tra qualche giorno. Legendas e legendas ocultas: Temos a satisfação de disponibilizar legendas fidedignas em português. Caso as legendas na sua língua não estejam disponíveis, por favor, verifique novamente dentro de alguns dias. #Yogananda​#HowToLive#ExpandingLove#SRFLessons#YogaMeditation#Satsanga#KriyaYoga#SRFConvocation

God's Love for You and Your Love for Others (1 John 4:7-12) | 1 John Series by John O'Roark

Imam Khalid Latif is a University Chaplain for New York University, and Executive Director of the Islamic Center at NYU (ICNYU). Under his leadership, ICNYU became the first ever established Muslim student center at an institution of higher education in the United States. Imam Latif's exceptional dedication and ability to cross interfaith and cultural lines on a daily basis brought him recognition throughout New York City, so much so that in 2007, Mayor Michael Bloomberg nominated Imam Latif to become the youngest chaplain in history of the New York City Police Department at the age of 24. Most recently, Imam Latif was selected as one of 60 New York City leaders to serve on Mayor Bill de Blasio's transition team, helping to recommend and select individuals for key roles in the current NYC administration and was also appointed to a “Task Force to Combat Hate” by NYC Public Advocate Letitia James to deal with the rise in Islamophobic, antisemitic, and anti-Sikh sentiment in NYC. Support the Islamic Center at NYUOur operating and programmatic budget comes directly from donations and as our community grows, so do our expenses. If you are interested in making a one-time, monthly, annual, or general donation to the Islamic Center at NYU, please do so at https://icnyu.org/donate/.

Podcast Episode SE5 EP-2

The world should know us by our love for one another, and our unity in Christ as believers should compel the world to believe. Thanks for joining us today as we discuss a strategy to be a sign to the world that God sent Jesus for them too.

This is a fragment with my UPCOMING EPISODE with Amanza! STAY TUNED on Thursday to listen to the FULL EPISODE!

As we conclude our powerful series called Assured, we're discovering how we can know with absolute certainty whether or not we're saved. God doesn't want you living in fear and doubt!

We tend to use the word “love” pretty loosely. It can refer to your feelings about your pets, your spouse, or your favorite food! So what does the Bible mean when it talks about loving your neighbor?

Part of being a good friend means listening well – take time out of your day to listen to a struggling friend. Instead of jumping in with your opinion, just listen.