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It's Friday, April 25th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian Muslims have killed 170 Christians during Lent and Easter Nigerian Muslims killed 170 Christians during the Lenten season and on Easter Sunday in Nigeria's Middle Belt region, reports International Christian Concern. In Benue State, 72 Christians were confirmed dead following a series of deadly attacks by suspected Fulani Muslim militants between April 18 and April 20. They struck multiple villages in Ukum and Logo Counties during the Holy Weekend, turning what should have been a time of solemn reflection and worship into a scene of terror. Governor Hyacinth Alia, who visited the affected areas, described the massacre as “a calculated and strategic attack on innocent Christian farmers.” He also said, “These were peaceful people observing their Holy Weekend. The scale and timing of the violence is heartbreaking. We cannot continue like this.” Please pray Amos 5:24 -- that “God's justice would roll on like a river.” Massive Russian strike on Ukraine's capital On Thursday night, Russia attacked Kyiv, Ukraine with an hours-long barrage of missiles and drones, killing at least eight people and injuring more than 70 in its deadliest assault on the Ukrainian capital since last July, reports CBS News. The Ukrainian Air Force said Russia fired 66 ballistic and cruise missiles, four plane-launched air-to-surface missiles, and 145 Shahed and decoy drones at Kyiv and four other regions of Ukraine. On Truth Social, President Donald Trump wrote, "I am not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv. Not necessary, and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5,000 soldiers a week are dying. Let's get the Peace Deal DONE!" TRUMP: “We're putting a lot of pressure on Russia, and Russia knows that, and some people that are close to it know or he wouldn't be talking right now.” In response to Russia's aggressive strikes in Western Ukraine, NATO has heightened its alert level, placing fighter jets in the "highest state of readiness," reports The Express. Former Brazilian president in ICU Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's health condition has worsened following bowel surgery nearly two weeks ago, his doctors said Thursday, reports MSN.com. The medical team said the former president “experienced a clinical decline, elevated blood pressure and worsening liver lab test results." Bolsonaro underwent a 12-hour surgery on April 13 to remove intestinal adhesions and reconstruct the abdominal wall after the assassination attempt by stabbing in the abdomen during a campaign rally in September 2018. Democrat Senator Dick Durbin, a pro-abort, will not seek re-election Democrat Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois made an announcement on Wednesday, DURBIN: “There comes a point in your career when the torch must be passed, and I've reached that point. I will not be seeking re election to this United States Senate seat.” To his shame, Senator Durbin, age 80, has consistently voted to eliminate or prevent protections for the unborn and for children born alive after failed abortions. In addition, Senator Durbin has voted to use hard-earned tax dollars to pay for abortion, including abortion travel expenses. And he has worked to allow radical abortion ideology to be inserted into every facet of the United States Government. Illinois July 4th parade shooter sentenced to life in prison On Thursday, Robert Crimo III, the gunman who killed seven people and injured dozens in a mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, during a July 4th parade in 2022, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, reports ABC News. Judge Victoria Rossetti sentenced Crimo, age 24, to seven consecutive life sentences along with 50 years in prison for each person injured, Judge Rosetti said, "This court hopes this sentence brings a sense of justice and an end to the continued horror." However, the judge ignored God's just standard articulated in Genesis 9:6 which says, “Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for in the image of God has God made mankind." Max Lucado got a tattoo Max Lucado, the Christian bestselling writer and pastor of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, took to social media to announce he got a tattoo, reports MyChristianDaily.com. Located on his forearm, he chose the word “Tetelestai” which is Greek for “It is finished!” That is what Jesus uttered from the cross when He had paid our sin debt, according to John 19:30. Lucado said, “I'm celebrating the golden anniversary of God's great grace in my life. 50 years ago this spring, grace found me. My testimony is interwoven with my favorite word in the Bible. On the cross, Christ proclaimed, in Greek, “Tetelestai!” Among the meanings of this word is, ‘paid in full'.” He added, “Not everyone likes the idea of a 70-year-old pastor getting a tattoo. That's ok. I didn't do it for people, I did it to say thank you to Jesus who paid a debt I could not pay.” However, Leviticus 19:28 says, “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the LORD.” How “In God We Trust” became American motto And finally, on April 22, 1864, the United States informally adopted the motto "In God We Trust." Conceived during the Civil War, Union supporters wanted to emphasize their attachment to God and to boost morale. The fourth stanza of the U.S. national anthem "The Star-Spangled Banner", adopted from the 1814 poem "The Defense of Fort McHenry", contains the line: "And this be our motto—'In God is our trust.'" “In God We Trust” was officially adopted by Congress in 1956, replacing the defacto motto of “E Pluribus Unum” which is Latin for “Out of Many, One.” Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 25th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe for free by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
When Joshua stood at the edge of Canaan, ready to lead Israel into the land of promise, God didn't give him a battle plan or a strategy session. He gave him one command: Stay in the Word. The secret to claiming victory wasn't about military might—it was about spiritual depth.Our springboard for today's discussion is:"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night... For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success." —Joshua 1:8 (ESV)God's instructions were clear. Joshua wasn't to rely on strength, numbers, or clever plans. He was to saturate his mind, heart, and speech with Scripture. Why? Because God's Word is the battle plan. It's truth that drives out fear, promises that anchor our faith, and direction that keeps us walking in obedience.Lucado puts it this way—your success in Canaan depends on your relationship with the Word. Not because the Bible is magic, but because it's living and active. It feeds the soul, fuels courage, and sharpens discernment.Too many of us want victory without the voice of God. We want blessings without the Bible. But if you're not living in the Word, you're not walking in the land of promise.Your Canaan—your purpose, your breakthrough, your spiritual inheritance—won't be accessed through good vibes or religious routines. It will be unlocked by a mind renewed by truth and a heart anchored in God's voice.Question of the Day:What role does God's Word play in your daily battle plan—and is it time to return to it as your first weapon, not your last resort?Let's Pray:Lord, draw us back to Your Word. Make it our guide, our strength, and our weapon in every battle. Let Your truth shape us into warriors who walk in victory. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!Support MyR2B Ministries:MyR2B Ministries is our full-time ministry. Your paid subscription helps sustain this work and expand our ministry outreach. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe
When Joshua stood at the edge of Canaan, ready to lead Israel into the land of promise, God didn't give him a battle plan or a strategy session. He gave him one command: Stay in the Word. The secret to claiming victory wasn't about military might—it was about spiritual depth.Our springboard for today's discussion is:"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night... For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success." —Joshua 1:8 (ESV)God's instructions were clear. Joshua wasn't to rely on strength, numbers, or clever plans. He was to saturate his mind, heart, and speech with Scripture. Why? Because God's Word is the battle plan. It's truth that drives out fear, promises that anchor our faith, and direction that keeps us walking in obedience.Lucado puts it this way—your success in Canaan depends on your relationship with the Word. Not because the Bible is magic, but because it's living and active. It feeds the soul, fuels courage, and sharpens discernment.Too many of us want victory without the voice of God. We want blessings without the Bible. But if you're not living in the Word, you're not walking in the land of promise.Your Canaan—your purpose, your breakthrough, your spiritual inheritance—won't be accessed through good vibes or religious routines. It will be unlocked by a mind renewed by truth and a heart anchored in God's voice.Question of the Day:What role does God's Word play in your daily battle plan—and is it time to return to it as your first weapon, not your last resort?Let's Pray:Lord, draw us back to Your Word. Make it our guide, our strength, and our weapon in every battle. Let Your truth shape us into warriors who walk in victory. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!Support MyR2B Ministries:MyR2B Ministries is our full-time ministry. Your paid subscription helps sustain this work and expand our ministry outreach. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe
More than two thousand years ago God broke through the barrier separating sinful humanity from a Holy God and took on human flesh in the form of a tiny baby. Christianity says all of human history had been building to that monumental event that separated time. Why did God, the creator of the universe, decide to enter our world, not as an avenging angel, but as a vulnerable and innocent baby? It's because of love. On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, Pastor Max Lucado, best-selling author and preacher, talks about the true meaning of Christmas. That Christmas set into motion the life-altering cosmos calamity that closed the chasm between God and sinful man."Christmas", says Lucado, "begins what Easter celebrates." The two highest holy days of the Christain calendar are eternally linked. While Christmas has become much more commercialized with shopping and Santa taking center stage, it hasn't changed the reality that the peace and joy we talk about on Christmas cards and ad slogans, flows only from this one event, the birth of Jesus: "For God so loved the world!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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En este episodio de La espuma de los días, Juan Carlos Guzmán, consultor editorial, nos habla sobre el nuevo libro de Max Lucado, Lo que sucederá después. Lucado es un reconocido autor cristiano, no un pastor que escribe, sus títulos son Best Sellers del New York Times. El libro explora el fin de los tiempos desde una perspectiva de esperanza, ofreciendo una mirada sabia y tranquilizadora sobre lo que la Biblia dice.Max Lucado invita a sus lectores a confiar en el plan de Dios, asegurando que debemos estar preparados, no asustados. Su libro está dirigido tanto a creyentes como a aquellos que buscan respuestas sobre los eventos del futuro con una visión optimista.01:04 PM
This episode was released on September 18, 2024.In this insightful interview, author Max Lucado joins host John Matarazzo to discuss his new book "What Happens Next" and provide a biblical perspective on the end times. Lucado shares his personal journey in understanding the millennium, the rapture, and the role of Israel in end-time prophecy. The conversation also delves into the current crisis at Gateway Church, where Lucado has been assisting the congregation. He shares how he is seeking to minister to the hurting and guide the church back to the teachings of Jesus during this challenging time.This interview offers a thoughtful and hope-filled look at the end times while also addressing the real-world struggles faced by the modern church. Viewers will come away with a deeper understanding of these important topics and practical wisdom for navigating times of crisis.
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491746-max-lucado-elders-changing-mind.html Max Lucado joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what he believes about the end times and how he and his elders have navigated Max changing his views on secondary doctrines. Priscilla Shirer joined us last week to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of accountability for church leaders, and her new movie, “The Forge.” Check out our conversation with her here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491149-priscilla-shirer-church-leaders-mentorship-accountability.html ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/ “What Happens Next: A Traveler's Guide Through the End of This Age” by Max Lucado "In the Grip of Grace: Your Father Always Caught You. He Still Does." by Max Lucado "The United Church in a Divided World" by Max Lucado Oak Hills Church Check out Max's website Follow Max on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X/Twitter, and YouTube
Max Lucado features on Undistracted and delves into the mysteries of the end times as described in the Bible. Lucado explores themes from his book, "What Happens Next," discussing signs, tribulations, and the rapture. He shares insights on the Antichrist, the resurgence of Israel, and how Christians should live in anticipation of these events. Laura and Max also consider the modern-day relevance of these prophecies, addressing the global rise in anxiety and how faith offers hope amidst uncertainty. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2's app, Facebook or Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Topics: Same-Sex Attraction, Gender Identity, Grandparenting, Dating, Finances, Engagement Hosts: Becky Brown and Special Guest author, speaker, and pastor Max Lucado Caller Questions More: 1. Max Lucado talks about End Times in his latest book What Happens Next: A Traveler's Guide through the End of This Age. 2. What can a grandmother do when the public schools have introduced homosexual education and gender transitioning for 2nd and 3rd graders and even younger? 3. My ex-boyfriend is still in control of my finances; is that okay with the Lord, or does God want me to have financial breakthrough in my life? 4. I have been with my girlfriend for 3yrs, and friends and family are telling me to propose. At 21yo, how can I know if God is telling me yes or no? 5. Thank you, Mr. Lucado, for your years of ministry and wisdom! You helped me understand the humanity of Jesus. Suggested Resources: What Happens Next Healing Is a Choice How We Love To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/451/29
Topics: Same-Sex Attraction, Gender Identity, Grandparenting, Dating, Finances, Engagement Hosts: Becky Brown and Special Guest author, speaker, and pastor Max Lucado Caller Questions More: 1. Max Lucado talks about End Times in his latest book What Happens Next: A Traveler's Guide through the End of This Age. 2. What can a grandmother do when the public schools have introduced homosexual education and gender transitioning for 2nd and 3rd graders and even younger? 3. My ex-boyfriend is still in control of my finances; is that okay with the Lord, or does God want me to have financial breakthrough in my life? 4. I have been with my girlfriend for 3yrs, and friends and family are telling me to propose. At 21yo, how can I know if God is telling me yes or no? 5. Thank you, Mr. Lucado, for your years of ministry and wisdom! You helped me understand the humanity of Jesus. Suggested Resources: What Happens Next Healing Is a Choice How We Love To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/451/29
This episode was released on July 29, 2024.In this insightful interview, bestselling author Max Lucado sits down with host John Matarazzo to discuss his new children's book "Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone." They explore the growing challenges of loneliness and isolation faced by young people in the digital age, and how parents and caregivers can provide reassurance and support. Lucado shares personal stories of overcoming feelings of exclusion and the importance of grounding oneself in God's presence. He also offers practical tips for using social media in a healthy, uplifting way, both for individuals and when sharing content with others. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone seeking to nurture the emotional and spiritual wellbeing of the children in their lives. Discover how Max Lucado's timely message can bring comfort, hope, and a renewed sense of connection. https://maxlucado.com/
On today's program, Liberty University reaches a settlement with former president Jerry Falwell Jr. after years of back-and-forth lawsuits between the two parties. Now, they say they are putting the past behind them. We'll have details. A small university in North Carolina is beating the odds…while other Christian colleges face closure, this school is thriving. We take a look at what they're doing. Also, Steven Furtick's Elevation Church released its annual report—the Charlotte-area church saw revenue of more than $108-million in 2023. The leadership at Gateway Church continues its shakeup following revelations that its founding pastor Robert Morris abused a minor in the 1980s. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Jessica Eturralde, Kim Roberts, Shannon Cuthrell, Yonat Shimron, Brittany Smith, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you. COMPLETE MANUSCRIPT BELOW: FIRST SEGMENT Warren Hello everybody. I'm Warren Smith, coming to you from Charlotte, North Carolina. Natasha And I'm Natasha Cowden, coming to you from Denver, Colorado. And we'd like to welcome you to the MinistryWatch podcast. Warren On today's program, Liberty University reaches a settlement with former president Jerry Falwell Jr. after years of back-and-forth lawsuits between the two parties. Now, they say they are putting the past behind them. We'll have details. And, a small university in North Carolina is beating the odds…while other Christian colleges face closure, this school is thriving. We take a look at what they're doing. Also, Steven Furtick's Elevation Church released its annual report—the Charlotte-area church saw revenue of more than $108-million in 2023. Natasha But first, the leadership at Gateway Church continues its shakeup following revelations that its founding pastor Robert Morris abused a minor in the 1980s. Warren: Seven weeks after Robert Morris resigned from Gateway Church after Cindy Clemishire publicly claimed he abused her when she was 12 years old, Gateway has announced that Morris' son, James Morris, is stepping away from the church. James Morris was slated to take over church leadership after his father's impending retirement in 2025. But after Clemishire's claims went public, Robert Morris admitted “moral failure" with a “young lady” before resigning as the Texas megachurch's lead pastor. Weeks later, James Morris and three other elders announced they would temporarily step down to allow room for a third-party investigation. But last week, in a special announcement to the congregation, Gateway elder Tra Willbanks announced that James Morris and his wife, Bridgette Morris, had decided to permanently relinquish their positions at Gateway. Natasha: How did the congregation take that? Warren: Church attendees gave them a standing ovation. Then Willbanks said Gateway elders support James and Bridgette Morris' desire to establish a church in the future. I should mention that James and Bridgette Morris are not the only ones to have left in the fallout of Robert Morris' resignation. According to the leadership pages on its website, Gateway has made additional changes to its staff and elder board. It removed former-felon-turned-Prison Ministry Campus Pastor Stephen Wilson after Wilson's past sex charges from 2002 involving a minor became public. Natasha: Who is going to minister as the church moves forward? Warren: Willbanks informed congregants that Max Lucado, a popular author and teaching minister at Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, and Swedish pastor Joakim Lundqvist, will be filling leadership roles at the church. Lucado will become the interim teaching pastor, preaching at Gateway about twice a month. Lundqvist will share preaching duties with Lucado and take on a pa...
For many believers, talking about the Rapture tends to spark concern, worry, and confusion. But that doesn't necessarily mean you need to fear the future. NYT best-selling author Pastor Max Lucado lays out the reasons why we should have hope at the end of this age as detailed in his new book, What Happens Next: A Traveler's Guide Through the End of This Age. Pastor Lucado addresses the divided and dismal times in which we live and explains how listeners can navigate this world and the next, with faith and optimism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A Special Family Life Interview "America's Pastor" Max Lucado have encouraging advice for two groups: Someone whose self-doubt or mistakes has them wondering whether the Lord has given up on them Congregations and their leaders who are wrestling with their proper role when people are concerned about the future of their nation. Lucado, a Texas pastor and prolific writer of books and Bible Studies, told Family Life's Greg Gillispie about the discoveries available when a seeker looks into the Old Testament accounts of eventual hero of the faith Jacob. Jacob's life was full of setbacks, mistakes and turmoil. Yet, even if he was ready to give up -- on himself or on God -- the Lord never gave up on Jacob. For further information: Max further explores this theme with his book and a video Lucado Bible Study: God Never Gives Up On You
Pastor Max Lucado joins us to talk about his new children's book Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. Josh's 9-year-old daughter, Kennedy, joins the show this week to interview Pastor Lucado. In this episode, Pastor Lucado describes the consequences of anyone's given worldview, and how the framework we give to our children influences how they view God and consequently sets them up to handle loneliness.Pastor Lucado discusses: A framework for helping our children and grandchildren develop a biblical worldview.How screens are contributing to the epidemic levels of loneliness of children and teens.Why it's important to take initiative to start conversations.An assignment we can all do to establish a culture that combats loneliness. Show Notes: Get a copy of Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone by Pastor Max Lucado.https://amzn.to/4ctKDtj Ladies, sign up for Tender & Fierce Group Coaching Cohort with Christi! Begins April 4, 2024:https://www.famousathome.com/tenderandfierce Get a copy of the 10 Days of the Easter Story: A Family Experience Through the Feelings of Holy Week.https://amzn.to/3IDTmLI
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 493 | New Thing Series — Part 48 | “Nehemiah's Focus” | Malcolm Cox Introduction A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.' We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the life of Nehemiah. Today we explore Nehemiah's focus. “Now when it was reported to…our enemies that I had built the wall and that there was no gap left in it…Sanballat and Geshem sent to me, saying, “Come and let us meet together in one of the villages in the plain of Ono.” But they intended to do me harm. So I sent messengers to them, saying, “I am doing a great work and I cannot come down. Why should the work stop while I leave it to come down to you?” They sent to me four times in this way, and I answered them in the same manner. In the same way Sanballat for the fifth time sent his servant to me with an open letter in his hand. In it was written, “It is reported among the nations—and Geshem also says it—that you and the Jews intend to rebel; that is why you are building the wall; and according to this report you wish to become their king. You have also set up prophets to proclaim in Jerusalem concerning you, ‘There is a king in Judah!' And now it will be reported to the king according to these words. So come, therefore, and let us confer together.” Then I sent to him, saying, “No such things as you say have been done; you are inventing them out of your own mind” —for they all wanted to frighten us, thinking, “Their hands will drop from the work, and it will not be done.” But now, O God, strengthen my hands. One day when I went into the house of Shemaiah son of Delaiah son of Mehetabel…he said, “Let us meet together in the house of God, within the temple, and let us close the doors of the temple, for they are coming to kill you; indeed, tonight they are coming to kill you.” But I said, “Should a man like me run away? Would a man like me go into the temple to save his life? I will not go in!” Then I perceived and saw that God had not sent him at all, but he had pronounced the prophecy against me because Tobiah and Sanballat had hired him. He was hired for this purpose, to intimidate me and make me sin by acting in this way, and so they could give me a bad name, in order to taunt me. Remember Tobiah and Sanballat, O my God, according to these things that they did, and also the prophetess Noadiah and the rest of the prophets who wanted to make me afraid. So the wall was finished on the twenty-fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty-two days. And when all our enemies heard of it, all the nations around us were afraid and fell greatly in their own esteem; for they perceived that this work had been accomplished with the help of our God. (Selections from Nehemiah 6:1-19 NRSV) To quote from Fabian's notes on Nehemiah, “He stayed focused on the goal during times of opposition and distractions, while adapting his approach to the environment and circumstances.” Nehemiah's Focus - Nehemiah encountered opposition who aimed to distract him from the work God had given him - Their attempts were persistent - They attempted to sow fear in his heart about what other people might be thinking about him - They made up stories about him - He prayed to be strong - He refused to be distracted or to weaken in his purpose For Reflection “Jesus was constantly criticised by others, but he never criticised in return. He didn't get angry or discouraged because of what the Pharisees, scribes, or nonbelievers said about him. Jesus did what we're taught as children to do—treat others the way you want to be treated. Negative criticism is a distraction from God's purpose for your life.” Lucado, Max; Gets Us, He. He Gets Us: Experiencing the confounding love, forgiveness, and relevance of Jesus (p. 90). Thomas Nelson. Kindle Edition. Discussing the challenge of distractions, J. Tyrone Marcus writes, “It could be a desire for excess rest, relaxation, and leisure. It could be saying yes to good things when you should have been saying no in order to invest in the best things. It could be the emotional hills and valleys that inevitably present themselves as life progresses. It may even be the occasional allure of returning to the company of people from your past, because you miss the “fun,” dangerous as it was to your well-being. The issue, though, is not the distractions. It's our response to them.” Marcus, J. Tyrone. Unbeatable: Seven Pillars of Personal Excellence (p. 45). N/A. Kindle Edition. Why not ask God today to make you aware of distractions drawing you away from your best efforts to honour God and build his kingdom? Conclusion I hope you find your heart, your life, your congregation and your world inspired by God doing a new thing. Until tomorrow, take care, and God bless. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Prominent Christian speaker, author (and advisor to presidents) Max Lucado is sharing a message of reassurance to anyone who feels they have strayed far from God: "God never gives up on you" Hear new comments from Max Lucado -- for people who find themselves discouraged or hopeless, be that from personal situations, or exasperation about the tone of today's culture. Using the Biblical story of God's continual presence and grace in Jacob's life, Lucado finds assurance that God relentlessly offers constant presence and new beginnings for all of us. During this conversation, Greg also asked Lucado if he would offer a prayer for Family Life's listeners and web visitors, especially those who feel like they are facing the doubts and despairs which his Bible study addresses. Here is that prayer for you. Family Life's Greg Gillispie also interviewed Max Lucado when his book on Jacob was first released. We had that interview on the air in September 2023, and it is available among the podcasts of our News Features. You can listen to, download, or share that discussion here. For further information: Max answers readers' questions about this theme Lucado Bible Study: God Never Gives Up On You Max's biography, vision, beliefs, and book list
On this episode, we are joined by Ann Lucado, a physical therapist and Certified HandTherapist who led a team of clinicians to develop the clinical practice guideline, “LateralElbow Pain and Muscle Function Impairments.” Ann shares with us what a clinicalpractice guideline is and how they are developed, as well as the results of this guidelineand how therapists treating patients with lateral elbow pain can best utilize theevidence.Guest bio:Ann Lucado, PT, PhD, CHTAnn Lucado is a physical therapist and Certified Hand Therapist who has specialized inupper extremity and orthopedic rehabilitation for the past 30 years. She is an activemember of the APTA's Academy of Orthopedic Physical therapy and is currently servingas the Chair of the Research Committee and Coordinator of Clinical Practice GuidelineDevelopment for the Academy of Hand and Upper Extremity Physical Therapy. Shereceived her Master of Science in Community Health Education and Physical Therapyand received her PhD in research methodology and design in Physical Therapy. Dr.Lucado is currently an Associate Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Programat Mercer University located in Atlanta, Georgia. She has conducted numerousinstructional seminars and is the author of several research articles related to elbowtendinopathies. She headed the Guideline Development group for the recentlypublished Clinical Practice Guideline related to Lateral Elbow Pain and Muscle FunctionImpairments in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy.https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-lucado-6a656520/https://instagram.com/annlucado?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng%3D%3D&utm_sour
THE HOLY SPIRIT ALIVE IN YOU Acts 2:1-13 Continuing our series on the Holy Spirit, Pastor Rob Mullins preaches on “The Holy Spirit Alive in You” from Acts 2:1-13 and how the Holy Spirit can impact a believer's life. SOURCES Blevins, Jim. (2005). The Alliterated Bible. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Caldwell, Rick, (1991). Prayer and Share Ministries. Chandler, Alan. Lucado, Max. Peters, Jack. Spurgeon, Charles Hadden. (2019)' Knowing the Holy Spirit: Ten Classic Sermons. Crosspoint Books. https://reasonabletheology.org/ch-spurgeon-on-the-work-of-the-holy-spirit/ Wiest, Harold M. (n.d.)
Have you ever felt unworthy of God's love? Maybe you've sinned and feel like this time, God is going to abandon you once and for all... can I tell you something, friend? THAT IS A LIE! The love, grace, forgiveness, and redemption of God was true for Jacob, and is true for every single one of us today! Join me as Max Lucado and I discuss this topic as well as his new book.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3318297/advertisement
Bonjour! Stephanie here. You know how sometimes we love to have Christmas in July? Or, in this case, maybe in September? Today was such a special day for me. I just had the most delightful conversation with Max Lucado about the power of honesty and the grace of God. Here is what Max has to tell you: “Could you use a fresh reminder of God's grace? Do you need to be told, maybe for the first time, God never gives up on you? If so, join Stephanie and me for a delightful conversation about God's grace, about the beautiful city of Paris, about life in a world where forgiveness is abundant. Join us, please, on Gospel Spice.” And, yes, we also did talk about Paris, about good food and all sorts of other fun things. And I'm honestly still processing the richness of our conversation. I cannot wait to share it with you. We're going to talk about the dangers of manipulation, and the hope that honesty brings into our lives. You're going to find yourself probably agreeing with us on the unmatched, though often misunderstood power of grace in Christ. We're laughing and we're almost crying together from sheer gratitude over God's goodness for us. And I'm sure you can relate. Have you ever wondered if you've had one too many stumbles for God to use someone like you? Or, have you asked if you could benefit from an encounter with God's unending, unbending, unswerving love and freedom? That is what Max talked about with me today—through the lens of Jacob's life. And if your answer is yes, like Jacob, then Max invites you to see how God's grace transformed Jacob's life. Now, I really wish I couldn't relate to Jacob as much as I do because he's not the perfect hero by any means. If anything, he's quite the anti-hero. He's a manipulative cheat, and he doesn't understand grace until God literally smacks him with it, disabling his hip in the process. And so Max Lucado and I talked about that – and we invite you to join the conversation right now! MORE ABOUT “GOD NEVER GIVES UP ON YOU.” Ever wonder if you've had one too many stumbles for God to use someone like you? Could you benefit from an encounter with God's unending, unbending, unswerving love and devotion? If your answer is yes, it's time for you to see how God's grace transformed Jacob's life. And if you feel undeserving of God's grace, this book will serve as a refresher course on God's perfect plan to use imperfect people to do great things. God Never Gives Up on You is for the strugglers among us and the fumbler within us. For those of us who are part saint, part scoundrel; we mean well, but we don't always do well. We have breakthroughs and breakdowns, often in the same hour. We need no reminder of our failures, but we could always use a refresher course on God's perfect plan to use imperfect people to do great things. But where can we find examples of God's steadfast grace? No one is more suited to help assure you of God's grace than Jacob. He was less a prodigy and more a prodigal. Strong on savvy. Weak on conscience. Jacob took advantage of his famished brother and pulled the wool over the eyes of his dying father, yet God never turned his back on Jacob. And he won't turn his back on you. If you are ready to start counting on God's grace and believe he never gives up on you, this book is for you. Jacob's story invites us to believe in a God who sticks beside the unworthy and underachievers and leads us safely home. If God can use Jacob to further his kingdom, he can use us too. Buy the book HERE. MORE ABOUT MAX LUCADO Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and best-selling author who, in his own words, “writes books for people who don't read books.” He serves the people of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, and his message is for the hurting, the guilty, the lonely, and the discouraged: God loves you; let him. As a writer, Max is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor with the heart of a pastor. All of his trade books began as sermon series at Oak Hills Church, and his sermons all begin with Max asking himself this question: “What can I say on Sunday that will still matter on Monday?” He's been dubbed “America's Pastor” by Christianity Today, and “The Best Preacher in America” by Reader's Digest. Max's books have sold more than 145 million copies in over 50 languages worldwide. He published On the Anvil, his first trade book, in 1985. His 44th trade book, Help Is Here, was released in 2022. Max's books regularly appear on bestseller lists, including The New York Times. His writing has also been featured in Bible studies, Bible commentaries, songs, greeting cards, and even plush toys. He is the recipient of the 2021 ECPA Pinnacle Award for his outstanding contribution to the publishing industry. Max's love for everyday people began during his childhood in the small town of Andrews, Texas. His father was an oilfield mechanic, his mother was a nurse, and Max spent a lot of his time either running from or running after his brother, Dee. Max grew rebellious in his teenage years, and after one specific drunken night, he began to wonder if there was more to life than parties and chasing girls. He now believes that if Jesus hadn't found him and changed his heart, alcoholism would have been in his future. After high school, Max attended Abilene Christian University and left with two degrees and a heart for following Jesus and helping others learn about him, too. He moved to Miami, Florida, and took a position as an associate pastor at a small church. This is where Max started writing about Jesus for the first time in the church's monthly newsletter, and it's where he developed his passion for people and ministry. Florida was also where Max met his wife, Denalyn. Together, they lived first in Miami and then spent several years in Rio de Janeiro, helping plant churches. The newsletters Max wrote to family and friends while in Rio, along with the newsletters he wrote at his church in Miami, eventually formed the manuscript of his first book, On the Anvil. Max and Denalyn now live in San Antonio, Texas. They have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law, and two grandchildren. Find more at https://maxlucado.com/ DISCOVER THE GOSPEL SPICE MINISTRIES The Gospel Spice Podcast is part of a larger range of tools given to you by Gospel Spice Ministries. In a nutshell, we exist to inspire Christ-followers to delight in God. 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We want to be the best possible stewards of your financial support. All donations above our minimal operating costs go to Christian organizations fighting human trafficking. (*ListenNotes ranking, 2023) YOU ARE INVITED to follow in the footsteps of Jesus this fall! Stephanie invites you to join her for this virtual tour of first-century Israel to experience Jesus' teachings like never before. This original online Bible Study by Gospel Spice will be taught exclusively from October 5 to November 16, 2023. Go to gospelspice.com/footsteps to register, and all the details! YOU ARE INVITED to follow in the footsteps of Jesus this fall! Stephanie invites you to join her for this virtual tour of first-century Israel to experience Jesus' teachings like never before. This original online Bible Study by Gospel Spice will be taught exclusively from October 5 to November 16, 2023. Go to gospelspice.com/footsteps to register, and all the details! Support us on PayPal!
Are you feeling discouraged by your life, leadership, or church? Are you frustrated with all the broken unhealthy systems? Are you losing hope as you struggle to serve, lead, and do what is right? We get it. There is a lot of hard in the world and it's difficult to finish the race well. You are not alone. But we have good news for you. Our guest today is near and dear to our hearts. His children's book series, “You Are Special” has been a key part of our own family routine over the years, especially when our girls were younger. We even featured Punchinello and Lucia (characters from Max's book) in Terra's very first book, Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace, and the Courageous Girls curriculum. Max Lucado is here to bring you some much needed encouragement - wherever you are in your walk with God. Curious. Hungry. Disappointed. Angry. Burdened. Apathetic. Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and bestselling author with more than 145 million products in print, which have been translated into 56 languages and distributed across 80 countries worldwide. Known for delivering timeless messages of hope and encouragement in his signature writing style, combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor, Lucado is America's favorite and most prolific inspirational author. Max's latest book is titled, God Never Gives Up on You. And stick around after the interview, as we share our insights and impressions of Max's encouragement when it comes to healing church wounds and finishing your race well. To connect with Max Lucado, visit: ONLINE - maxlucado.com SOCIAL - Facebook - @MaxLucado Twitter - @MaxLucado Instagram - @MaxLucado NEW BOOK - www.mmpublicrelations.com/#/god-never-gives-up-on-you/ God Never Gives Up on You: What Jacob's Story Teaches Us About Grace, Mercy and God's Relentless Love, by Max Lucado (Available on Sept 12th, 2023) ======================= We LOVE that you've decided to join us this week for the Living Wholehearted Podcast. We hope you enjoyed the conversation, tips, and resources to help you transform every relationship that matters most to you. If you think this will help someone you know, make sure you send it their way or share on socials. Tag us @living_wholehearted and @terramattson! Don't forget to FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode and help spread the word by leaving us some stars on a review. Thanks for partnering with us to help more leaders, just like you, who want to live and lead with integrity at home, work and in the community. Go to livingwholehearted.com and sign up to receive our free leadership tips and updates delivered to you in our monthly newsletter. And, if you're a girl mom, check out mycourageousgirls.com. Until next time, be the leader you would follow! Grateful for you, Jeff & Terra To connect with Jeff & Terra Mattson and Living Wholehearted, go to: INSTAGRAM @TerraMattson @Living_Wholehearted @MyCourageousGirls FACEBOOK @WeAreLivingWholehearted @MyCourageousGirls WEBSITES LivingWholehearted.com TerraMattson.com MyCourageousGirls.com RESOURCES Shrinking the Integrity Gap https://davidccook.org/shrinking-integrity-gap-book/ https://a.co/d/dRiP4Ii Shrinking the Integrity Gap e-Course https://www.livingwholeheartedstore.com/e-courses Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace https://mycourageousgirls.com/shop/p/book-courageous-being-daughters-rooted-in-grace Dear Mattsons https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdPzQ_cUwCbRc-MQ40KL3a6ze06CiY38l Helping Moms Raise Confident Daughters http://cpguides.org ======================= The Living Wholehearted Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
Some folks with less than stellar reputations may feel they are beyond God's help or interest. Biblical phrases like "God is love" simply ring hollow for them because their life has been one big sinful escapade after another. Best-selling author and minister Pastor Max Lucado destroys that kind of thinking with something that may surprise people. He uses one of the patriarchs of the Bible, Jacob, the father of twelve sons that become the twelve tribes of Israel. On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, Lucado talks about his new book, "God Never Gives Up On You: What Jacob's Story Teaches Us about Grace, Mercy, and God's Relentless Love." He writes, "If your halo never tilts, your faith never wavers, your Bible never closes, and your feet never stray form the straight and narrow, let me save some time. You won't relate to this story." Lucado makes it clear that God always works with faulted human beings, because frankly, that's all there is. He makes the point that none of us is immune from sin... but that sin never hinders God's love for us. Jacob's story in the Old Testament shows us that "When we are at our lowest, God is watching over us from the highest." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HOLY SPIRIT FIRE ACTS 2:1-13 Beginning our series on the Holy Spirit, Pastor Rob Mullins preaches on “Holy Spirit Fire” from Acts 2:1-13 and examines three important aspects of the Holy Spirit. Are you experiencing the full impact of the Holy Spirit in your life today? SOURCES Blevins, Jim. (2005). The Alliterated Bible. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Caldwell, Rick, (1991). Prayer and Share Ministries. Chandler, Alan. Lucado, Max. Peters, Jack. Spurgeon, Charles Hadden. (2019)' Knowing the Holy Spirit: Ten Classic
TEARING DOWN STRONGHOLDS 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 During his sermon “Tearing Down Strongholds,” Pastor Rob Mullins defines strongholds and how to deal with them from 2 Corinthians 10:1-6. Learn how to understand, uncover, and uproot strongholds crippling your life. SOURCES Blevins, Jim. Gangel, Kenneth. (1998). The Holman New Testament Commentary. B&H Publishing Group. Lucado, Max. Prayer and Share Ministries. (1981). Willington, Harold. (2000) The Outline Bible. Tyndale House Publishers. Content for the sermon has been researched from many different sources. I
Look no further for the latest information on assessing, diagnosing, treating and making a prognosis about, lateral elbow pain! CPG authors Dr Ann Lucado and Dr Joseph “Matt” Day review the key take-aways from the CPG. They share the important differential diagnoses to consider, the outcome measures to use, and impairment measures to track. Clinicians will love the clever approach to classifying the irritability stage of elbow pain, to guide both treatment and prognosis and liberate you to decide what's best for tailoring your recommendations throughout rehabilitation. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Read the full CPG for free: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2022.0302 One-page summary of the key points for clinicians (including decision tree): https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2023.0501 One-page summary of the key CPG points for patients: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2023.0504
A Encouraging Word Isa 41:10 #Nightlight #RTTBROS "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." ISA 41:10 Have you ever been in a situation where you felt discouraged and hopeless? Maybe you were going through a difficult time and felt like giving up. In times like these, we need to hear encouraging words that lift us up and give us hope. The Bible is full of encouraging words, and one verse that always brings me comfort is found in the book of Isaiah. Isaiah 41:10 says, "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." This verse is a powerful reminder that we are not alone in our struggles. God is with us, and He will strengthen us and help us through whatever we are facing. When we feel discouraged, it's easy to focus on our problems and forget that God is in control. But Isaiah 41:10 reminds us that God is our God, and He is with us. We don't have to be afraid or dismayed because He will strengthen us and help us. And not only that, but He will uphold us with His righteous right hand. Max Lucado, a well-known Christian author, often writes in a style that is both encouraging and relatable. He reminds us that God is always with us, even in our darkest moments. Lucado writes, "You are never alone. Not for a second. And you need not fear. God is with you. He is in you. He is for you. You can face anything, for His presence is your peace." So today, let us remember Isaiah 41:10 and the encouraging words it brings. Let us not be afraid or dismayed, but instead, let us trust in God's strength and help. And let us take comfort in the knowledge that we are never alone, for God is with us always. As Max Lucado says, "God's love is like a river, constantly flowing, always giving, never-ending. And it is this love that gives us the courage to face each day with hope and joy." Our Podcast, Blog and YouTube Links https://linktr.ee/rttbros Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe it helps get the word out. RSS feed https://anchor.fm/s/127be410/podcast/rss https://linktr.ee/rttbros
Lucado reminds us today that we are gallery guides - and our job is not to move into the spotlight, but to move out of it! Even our own stories are about God's glory, not our own. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
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By the age of 34, Max Lucado was burned out, struggling with insomnia, and begging the Lord to help him “have the wherewithal to preach the next day.” Now, decades later, Lucado is still pastoring—he's the teaching minister at Oak Hills Christian Church in San Antonio. He's written dozens of books in the years that have passed since he struggled to find the energy to keep going. Lucado doesn't attribute his renewal to his own efforts, though. Instead, he credits the Holy Spirit as the best friend, comforter, and one who came alongside him in his time of need. On this episode of The Russell Moore Show, Lucado and Moore discuss the dynamics of burnout. They talk about what it looks like to pray when it's hard or when we don't know what to say. And they explore challenging theological topics like spiritual warfare, church hurt, and what it means to blaspheme the Holy Spirit. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Max Lucado, Help Is Here Max Lucado, He Still Moves Stones Frederick Dale Bruner, The Gospel of John: A Commentary Frederick Dale Bruner and William Hordern, The Holy Spirit - Shy Member of the Trinity Click here for a trial membership at Christianity Today. “The Russell Moore Show” is a production of Christianity Today Executive Producers: Erik Petrik, Russell Moore, and Mike Cosper Host: Russell Moore Producer: Ashley Hales Associate Producers: Abby Perry and Azurae Phelps CT Administration: Christine Kolb Social Media: Kate Lucky Director of Operations for CT Media: Matt Stevens Production Assistance: coreMEDIA Audio Engineer: Kevin Duthu Coordinator: Beth Grabenkort Video Producer: John Roland Theme Song: “Dusty Delta Day” by Lennon Hutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/439627-max-lucado-one-thing-helped-preacher.html Max Lucado joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his best tips for creating and delivering a sermon that draws people in. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven't already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations.” (Psalm 27:12 NIV11) The prayer progresses (from vv7-12) through: i. Addressing God ii. Reminding God that seeking Him is His idea iii. A plea for acceptance iv. An appeal to the divine nature of His love v. A request for guidance and strength vi A desire for protection in a specific situation False…accusations Does anything feel worse that false accusations made publicly and with some semblance of credibility? We have a spiritual accuser: “..the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down.” (Revelation 12:10 NIV11) David's treatment is mirrored in that of Jesus, Matt 26.59; Mk 15.24, 29, 34; Lk 23.18, 25. Jesus endured such treatment without losing his trust in his Father. He had confidence in God's goodness just as David did - which we will see in the next two verses. How to respond “The key is to trust what He says and to doubt the accuser's accusations of our unworthiness. When we do this we give up attempts to make us feel good about ourselves.” Lucado, Grace After someone was baptised in 4th century Jerusalem they anointed the forehead (lose the shame of Adam), ears (to hear divine mysteries), nose (to become aroma of Christ), and chest (arm against the devil). Bradshaw, Early Christian Worship. It's an unnecessary, but meaningfully symbolic way of reinforcing the truth that our shame is removed. In hris book Shame Interrupted, Edward T. Welch says, “Listen for the love, hate the shame, and have no tolerance for resignation. That's the plan.” With God this is possible. What are the lessons from this verse? Are you facing external false accusations? If so, what does this Psalm teach you about the best way to respond? Similarly, are you facing internal false accusations? Has false guilt and shame got hold of you? If so, what does this Psalm teach you about the best way to respond? What is it about the example of Jesus that inspires you when you are falsely accused? We will conclude today's podcast with the song I wrote using the words of Psalm 27 verse 4. Next week we will proceed to the next verse of the Psalm. In the meantime, please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto:malcolm@malcolmcox.org). If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/). Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. “Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) God bless, Malcolm
The Joyfilled brand, and podcast is geared towards grandparents raising grandchildren with a focus on community, resource, and love. We hope to shine a light on the positive actions we can take every day to become our best selves, serve our grandchildren well and find joy every day. Visit Myjoyfilled.com for all the custom JoyFilled gifts and subscription box! I mentioned a book in today's episode: You Are Special, by Max Lucado. Here is the link: You Are Special (Max Lucado's Wemmicks) (Max Lucado's Wemmicks, 1) (Volume 1): Lucado, Max, Martinez, Sergio: 9780891079316: Amazon.com: Books Get on the JoyFilled Email List! Main List Subscribe (kmail-lists.com) Reesy Neff Reesy was born in Detroit, Michigan, raised in Eastern North Caroline and has lived the past twenty years in York, Pennsylvania with her husband and soulmate, Brent. She has four children and one amazing granddaughter. Reesy says being a Nana is the best job in the world. Reesy is a self-proclaimed cheerleader of people. She feels most alive when she is able to inspire others to not allow their pasts to define them and to embrace their true authentic selves. Her passion is motivational speaking. In the meantime, she is doing her part by making the world a greener place as she is the founder and CEO of an electronics recycling company, Omega Ecycles. Reesy believes success is defined by leaving a person or place better for having been there and she strives to accomplish this every day. Reesy enjoys line dancing, corny jokes especially those with a play on words, shoes, lots of shoes, spending time with her husband, children and friends. Others may describe Reesy as sassy, prissy, a bit of a spark plug. She agrees. Stripping Off the Labels: Neff, Reesy: 9781646491995: Amazon.com: Books (3) Reesy Roop Neff | Facebook --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/joyfullyraisinggrands/support
Listen as New Times Bestselling author Max Lucado reveals that to find help in today's life challenges requires the power of the Holy Spirit in his new book, Help Is Here. Be encouraged by Lucado's own story of challenges he faced that inspired the writing of this book. To get a copy of this book, go to thomasnelson.com.
Let's face it, most of us are a little bit sketchy when it comes to understanding who the Holy Spirit is and what He actually does. Yes, "He." That's one of the identifiers that trips people up these days, especially in this gender-bending, Star Wars influenced worldview culture. It's much easier to think of this third member of the Holy Trinity as some ethereal spiritual force, "Let the Force be with you," than a person with power. On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, Pastor Max Lucado explains who this person the Holy Spirit is, and how we can tap into His power. The Bible talks about how our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit. So that means this powerful being is close to us, as close as we want Him to be. Lucado preaches through his new book "Help Is Here" that this power has always been here. Like Dorothy in "The Wizard of Oz," you don't have to travel to some far-off land to find the refuge, strength and love you crave. It's here and now, right where you are. That's the power of the Holy Spirit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scripture assures us, God does not want us to live enslaved to fear, weighed down by stress, and overpowered by personal weakness. Christ promised us joy, peace, and inexpressible freedom. He also promised to give us the power to experience each of those supernatural gifts. In this episode, prolific speaker Max Lucado shares a time when, attempting to carry his ministry in his own strength, the burden became nearly crippling and how he found fresh hope and strength through the Holy Spirit.(Scroll down to find the group discussion questions)Find Max Lucado at: https://maxlucado.com/https://www.facebook.com/maxlucadohttps://www.instagram.com/maxlucado/ Resource referenced: Help is Here: Finding Fresh Strength and Purpose in the Power of the Holy Spirit Find Jennifer at: https://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.comhttps://www.instagram.com/avapennington3/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083247680572Find Wholly Loved Ministries at:WhollyLoved.comJoin the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/442736966614671Join the Private Wholly Loved Community Group (also on Facebook):https://www.facebook.com/groups/443325386241769Group Discussion Questions:What resonated with you most in today's episode?What first comes to mind when you think of the Holy Spirit?When have you experienced increased exhaustion and/or anxiety from relying on yourself rather than surrendering to and relying on the Holy Spirit?How would you describe a Spirit-led life?How does/can living Spirit-led decrease our anxiety?How would you describe a Spirit-led ministry?How might God be calling you to share His “living water” with weary and burdened souls you encounter this week?What is one truth you can reflect on this week to more fully experience the Holy Spirit's peace?
Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/433631-max-lucado-church-needs-holy-spirit.html Max Lucado joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share the beautiful truths God has taught him about “our blessed, unfailing friend,” the Holy Spirit. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/churchlead/ Follow ChurchLeaders on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/churchleaders/
Did you know that chronic loneliness is as deadly as smoking five cigarettes a day? And also the number one reason for overcrowded emergency rooms? Pastor and author Max Lucado sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez on this week's episode of Honestly, Though to discuss how Jesus can and does meet us in our loneliness.Would you please consider rating and reviewing the Honestly, Though podcast? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:Rebecca Carrell: RebeccaCarrell.com; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook CarrellNika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas
====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADULTOS 2022“NUESTRO MARAVILLOSO DIOS”Narrado por: Roberto NavarroDesde: Chiapas, MéxicoUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church 21 DE JULIO«RECUERDA EL PATO»«¿Quién acusará a los escogidos de Dios? Dios es el que justifica. ¿Quién es el que condenará? Cristo es el que murió; más aún, el que también resucitó, el que además está a la diestra de Dios, el que también intercede por nosotros». Romanos 8:33-34A JUANCITO NO LE GUSTABA LAVAR LOS PLATOS; mucho menos cuando I Sally, su hermana, se lo pedía. Pero esa tarde, justo después del almuerzo, Juancito aceptó sin chistar la tarea que tanto detestaba. ¿Qué había producido en él semejante cambio?Max Lucado nos cuenta la historia. Dice él que esa mañana Juancito había estado tomando puntería con su honda. Como de costumbre, no había acertado ni una sola vez, pero eso no lo había sorprendido porque él sabía lo malo que era en esto de dar en el blanco. Ya de regreso a casa, Juancito divisó a lo lejos al pato favorito de la abuela. Seguro de que una vez más fallaría, apuntó con su honda, y disparó. ¡La piedra dio justo en la cabeza del pato, y lo mató! Sin saber qué hacer, Juancito escondió «el cuerpo del delito», pero cuando miró alrededor, observó que Sally había presenciado la escena. En ese momento comenzó la tortura.Cuando, más tarde ese día, la abuela le recordó a Sally que debía lavar los platos, ¿qué crees que hizo Sally?- Juancito me dijo que él los quería lavar. ¿Verdad, Juancito? Y, mientras esto decía, Sally susurró a Juancito: «Recuerda el pato».Sin protestar, Juancito lavó los platos ese día, y también el siguiente, y el siguiente... Cada vez que quería acabar con la tortura, ella susurraba: «Recuerda el pato». Hasta que un día Juancito decidió confesar su pecado a la abuelita. No imaginó la sorpresa que lo esperaba. Resulta que desde el primer día la abuelita lo sabía todo, pues ella había estado mirando por la ventana cuando el accidentalmente mató el pato. Pero no solo sabía del accidente, sino también del soborno de Sally-Ya me estaba preguntado -le dijo cariñosamente a Juancito— cuánto tiempo ibas a permitir que Sally te siguiera esclavizando.Desde el primer día Juancito ya había sido perdonado, pero su conciencia lo estuvo martirizando todo el tiempo. ¿Por qué? Porque, como bien dice Lucado, ¡estuvo prestando atención a las palabras de su acusador! *¿Has estado tú cometiendo el mismo error? Cuando, por haber pecado, Satanás te quiera acusar, y te quiera hacer creer que no hay esperanza para ti, recuérdale nuestro versículo para hoy: nadie te puede acusar, mucho menos condenar, porque Cristo murió por ti, resucitó por ti, y ahora está intercediendo por ti. ¿Se puede pedir más? Bendito Jesús, gracias porque tu sangre preciosa me ha limpiado de todo pecado y de toda maldad. Y ya perdonado, ¿quién me puede acusar? ¿Quién me puede condenar?*Max Lucado, In the Grip of Grace. You Can't Fall Beyond His Love, Word Publishing, 1996, p. 176.
The Book of Job The Question of the Ages—Why? “Most, if not all of us, have a contractual agreement with God. The fact that he hasn’t signed it doesn’t keep us from believing it. I pledge to be a good, decent person, and in return God will… save my child, …heal my wife, …protect my job, or… (fill in the blank). Only fair, right? Yet when God fails to meet our bottom-line expectations, we are left spinning in a tornado of questions. Is he good at all? Is God angry at me? Stumped? Overworked? Is his power limited? His authority restricted? Did the devil outwit him? When life isn’t good, what are we to think about God? Where is he in all this?” (Lucado, Max. You’ll Get Through This) When Tragedy Strikes, How Should We Respond? Job 1:20-22 (NIV) – [20] At this, Job got up and tore his robe and shaved his head. Then he fell to the ground in worship [21] and said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD be praised.” [22] In all this, Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing. 1. Job grieves. 2. Job worships. 3. Job surrenders. a. Job believes God caused his loss. b. And yet he worships the very one he believes took everything away. Wow! c. Job’s falling down in worship is a sign of surrender and acceptance to the sovereign will of God. d. Job acknowledged that he came into this world empty-handed and will leave it the same way. e. It is true that the Lord gives, for ALL the good in our lives come from Him. f. God even shows kindness to the wicked. g. While Job’s acceptance of the will of God is commendable, he is mistaken as to the identity of the one who has taken away these things from him. h. In this case, God is the one who gave, but Satan is the one who took away. i. Satan is a liar and a thief. John 8:44 (NIV) – [44] “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desire. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” John 10:10 (NIV) – [10] The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. Ephesians 6:10-12 (NIV) – [10] Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. [11] Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. [12] For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. j. God did not cause Job’s loss, but He did allow it. k. God has the right to give, and God has the right to take away. 4. Job blesses. a. Though Job’s life seemed CURSED by the LORD, he still chose to BLESS the LORD. Job 1:21 (AMP) – [21] And said, Naked (without possessions) came I [into this world] from my mother's womb, and naked (without possessions) shall I depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; blessed (praised and magnified in worship) be the name of the Lord! b. Blessed (barak) means to kneel, salute, or greet; the verb derives from the noun knee and perhaps suggests the bending of the knee in blessing. (The Complete Word Study Dictionary) c. Blessing signifies not only the act of a superior to an inferior, but also the expression of grateful praise proceeding from the inferior and ascending to the superior. (Synonyms of the Old Testament) d. One of the greatest weapons we have against Satan is to praise, and to worship, and to bless God. e. The best way we can turn the tables on the enemy is to bless God instead of doubt Him. f. Through his confession of faith, Job recognizes that God’s sovereign hand is at work; that is why he can bless God. g. We are not at the mercy of evil men, for even if they should do us harm, our God will use it for our good. 5. Job doesn’t sin. a. God never does wrong. Deuteronomy 32:4 (NIV) – [4] He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Job 34:10 (NIV) – [10] “So listen to me, you men of understanding. Far be it from God to do evil, from the Almighty to do wrong. Psalms 92:15 (NIV) – [15] “The Lord is upright; he is my Rock, and there is no wickedness in him.” b. Therefore, it is a sin to charge God with wrongdoing.
================================================== ==SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1================================================== == DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADULTOS 2022“NUESTRO MARAVILLOSO DIOS”Narrado por: Roberto NavarroDesde: Chiapas, MéxicoUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church 06 DE MAYO «ÉL SABE LO QUE SE SIENTE»«El Señor está cerca de los quebrantados de corazón, y salva a los de espíritu abatido». Salmos 34: 18, NVI¿TE HA OCURRIDO ALGUNA VEZ que, justo cuando deseas descansar, se presenta una interrupción tras otra?La Escritura registra una experiencia similar que vivieron el Señor y sus discípulos. El día había sido tan agitado que ni alguna vez habían tenido tiempo para comer. Entonces Jesús les dijo que buscaran un lugar desierto para descansar (ver Mar. 6:31). Fue así como abordaron una barca, y llegaron al sitio escogido, ¡pero una multitud los estaba esperando! (versículo 33). En otras palabras, ¡adiós descanso! ¿Cómo reaccionó el Señor a todas estas? Dice la Escritura que, al ver a la gran multitud, «tuvo compasión de ellos, porque eran como ovejas que no tenían pastor; y comenzó a enseñarles muchas cosas» (vers. 34).Esta es la clase de Salvador que tú y yo tenemos. Un Salvador compasivo y misericordioso que, entre su bienestar y el de sus hijos, siempre prefiere anteponer las necesidades de sus hijos. Un Salvador que, por ser «en todo semejante a sus hermanos» (Heb. 2, 17) —aunque «sin pecado» (4, 15)—, entiende perfectamente el sufrimiento de cada uno de sus hijos. Él sabe que nos causa dolor y siempre hace algo para aliviarlo.Este atributo de nuestro Señor lo ilustra bien Max Lucado en su libro In the Eye of the Storm (En el ojo de la tormenta) con el relato de un niño que fue a una tienda de mascotas para comprar un cachorrito. Después de hacer su selección, preguntó al vendedor por el precio de esa raza particular de cachorros, y prometió regresar para comprarlo.A los pocos días volvió, pagó el precio y fue en busca de su mascota: ¡Un cachorrito que cojeaba!-Amiguito -le dijo el vendedor, tratando de disuadirlo-, ese cachorro no podrá jugar contigo porque está lisiado.—Gracias —respondió él-, pero es justo la mascota que estaba buscando.Y diciendo esas palabras, se dirigió hacia la salida de la tienda. Ya el vendedor se dispuso a hablarle cuando terminó algo que al instante lo silenció: también el niño cojeaba. ¿Por qué su interés en ese cachorrito? «Porque el niño sabía -escribe Lucado— lo que se siente». Lo que se siente cuando a uno lo ignoran, lo rechazan o lo ponen a un lado, por tener un defecto físico. *He aquí un pensamiento para recordar hoy: si ahora mismo el sufrimiento está consumiendo tu cuerpo o tu corazón, Jesús sabe lo que sientes, y oportunamente hará algo para aliviarlo. Gracias, Jesús, porque estás cerca de los quebrantados de corazón, y salvas a los de espíritu abatido. Sobre todo, gracias porque, para salvarme, tú también tuviste que sufrir el cruel castigo que yo merecía.*Max Lucado, En el Ojo de la Tormenta, Word Publishing, 1991, pp. 48-49.
Welcome to season 3! We have a name change and a new focus. This season I will be asking all my guests about discernment roadblocks, times when they made a decision but had to persevere through it to see the blessing of it. Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and bestselling author of more than 92 million copies of books in 54 languages worldwide. His latest book, 3:16- The Numbers of Hope has been revised and updated for a new generation of readers including Bible study and audiobook featuring Max himself reading the book. Max and his wife life in Texas and they have 3 grown daughters, 2 sons in law, and two grandchildren.In this episode we discuss: Persevering through rejectionDaily disciplines for keeping your eyes on JesusYour gifting: Ask yourself, what do you love to do? What do others love for you to do?Why today's culture needs to hear John 3:16 againWhy we need our foundation built in Jesus ChristThe importance of "whoever" of John 3:16How to share the love of ChristUnderstanding the purpose of this worldWhat heaven and hell will be like For more on Max Lucado: Go to his website https://maxlucado.com/Get his new book 3:16 The Numbers of Hope https://amzn.to/3pFh6WB For more information on the ministry of Discerning Dad:Check out my website! https://discerning-dad.com/Order my newest book- "Eyes on Jesus: A 90-Day Discernment Devotional" now! This is a must-read for your personal quiet time with Jesus. Order here https://amzn.to/3vIArYYGrow your YouTube account like I did with TubeBuddy! Use my link https://www.tubebuddy.com/discerningdadYou can purchase my book that started it all, Everyday Discernment: The Importance of Spirit-led decision making, on Amazon https://amzn.to/3dDGKVwBecome a patron supporter and get exclusive benefits such as my second podcast and much more https://www.patreon.com/DiscerningdadSupport me on Faithful- I have exclusive content you can't find anywhere else! https://faithful.place/users/discerningdad
In the days where this pandemic and global conflict continue to foster difficulty in life, it can be hard to uncover any positivity in the challenging days we are going through. Given this, it can be helpful to look to individuals who are promoting a message of encouragement and understanding. Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and best-selling author seeking to nurture hope through Biblical messages. He recently released a new book surrounding a theological narrative entitled You Were Made for This Moment: Courage for Today, and Hope for Tomorrow. Coming from a past of self-centered living, Max Lucado found himself in seminary school training to be a pastor after changing the peer group he was associated with. Since then, he has dedicated his life to God's plan and spreading His message to society responsibly and empathetically. Listen now to hear Max Lucado talk about: The synopsis of his latest book, and how it ties into the story of Esther. How the grace of God continues to give people chances. God's opportunities for Christians in this modern world. Reasons to be hopeful. As the world continues to change, it is helpful to find common ground with the people around us, and Mr. Lucado encourages us to do just that. You can buy Max Lucado's latest book You Were Made for This Moment: Courage for Today, and Hope for Tomorrow here, and find out more information about his practice here. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr
The podcast episode features a conversation that aired on Max's recent virtual special between Max and his wife of 40 years Denalyn Lucado. Get ready for a heartwarming discussion about how God can use your challenging moments to impact the lives of others. Max's new book, You Were Made for This Moment, is available now wherever books are sold online and in-store. To learn more, visit: YouWereMadeForThisMoment.com
The podcast episode features a conversation that aired on Max's recent virtual special between Max and his wife of 40 years Denalyn Lucado. Get ready for a heartwarming discussion about how God can use your challenging moments to impact the lives of others. Max's new book, You Were Made for This Moment, is available now wherever books are sold online and in-store. To learn more, visit: YouWereMadeForThisMoment.com
Our team is excited to share a conversation Shane had with best selling author, Max Lucado. Lucado has recently written two new books for children: “Where'd My Giggle Go” and “Anxious for Nothing for Young Readers: Living Above Anxiety & Loneliness”. On today's episode Max will discuss the content of each book and will help parents understand how to talk to their kids about issues of anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. You can find both of Lucado's newest books wherever books are sold or on his website Click here to download your free ‘Where'd My Giggle Go?' Activity Kit. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. And if you have found this particular episode to be helpful, take a moment to to share it with your friends and on social media. You can reach out to our team at parentingonpurposepodcast@gmail.com Connect with Joshua Gagnon: Website: https://joshuagagnon.com Facebook: @Pastor Josh Gagnon Instagram: @joshgagnon Connect with Shane Becton: Facebook: @shane.becton1 Instagram: @shanebecton
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