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Dear friends,Welcome to Season 3, Episode 9 of the podcast!Today's episode is an imagination meditation on Matthew 19:13-15 with Neil. This recording comes from our daily meditation sessions at Shambhala in Your Heart festival in Chiang Dao, Thailand, so you may hear some festival noise in the background. (In particular, there is a drumming noise in the first few minutes, but it stops after a little while.)Each meditation we offer has three parts.First, Neil will offer some exercises to help you find quiet readiness for meditation.Second, he will guide you through the verses with lots of space and prompts for you to enter with your own imagination.And third, we encourage you to process your meditation by sharing your experience and thoughts— if you are meditating with others—or journaling or recording your experience in some way if you are meditating on your own. One of the ways we fund our community is through the support we receive on Patreon! If you want to join in, the link is http://patreon.com/shekinameditationpodcast or send a donation through http://shekinacommunity.com/donateFollow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/shekinagardenWe are so thankful for your support,Much love,The Shekina Garden Community
Have you taken a hard look at where your time goes? In this challenging episode, Jesse Cope asks tough questions about our priorities, beginning with a simple but profound observation: time is our most precious commodity, and how we spend it reveals what we truly value.The heart of this episode explores the biblical understanding of marriage from Matthew 19, where Jesus teaches that divorce was never God's original plan. Cope uses a vivid metaphor of mixing two colors of Play-Doh to illustrate the concept of "cleaving" in marriage—becoming so fundamentally joined that separation becomes impossible. This stands in stark contrast to our culture's casual approach to marriage and no-fault divorce, which has normalized what God considers sacred.Moving from personal relationships to national identity, Cope shares the remarkable stories of Medal of Honor recipients Sylvester Antilak and Richard Antrim, whose extraordinary courage under fire exemplifies the highest American values. These accounts serve as both inspiration and rebuke to our cultural obsession with celebrities while forgetting genuine heroes who sacrificed everything.Drawing from Fox's Book of Martyrs, the podcast connects ancient Christian witnesses who refused to worship idols with our modern struggle to resist cultural pressures. Are we willing to be seen as different because we refuse to sacrifice our time to entertainment, sports, and other contemporary idols? Our perseverance through trials may be the very witness that brings others to faith.The episode concludes with powerful historical evidence of America's Christian foundations, including writings from early colonists who sought religious freedom to worship according to Scripture. Cope makes the sobering assertion that without a return to these principles, America cannot survive—no political solution alone can preserve liberty without a spiritual foundation.What would change if you realigned your priorities today? Listen, reflect, and consider what your use of time says about what you truly value.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe
When trapped by a question about divorce, Jesus goes back to the beginning to show that in the Kingdom of Heaven, believers are called to faithfulness to God in marriage and singleness. Outline Back to where it started (vv1-2) Faithfulness (to God) in marriage (vv3-9) Faithfulness (to God) in singleness (vv10-12)
Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are fielding a question about something Jesus said to the rich young ruler in Matthew 19. Is Jesus telling him that keeping the commandments will give a person eternal life? Or is Jesus making a point to the contrary? Keep grace in
A rich young ruler asks Jesus what he must do to have eternal life. Disciples who have left everything for Christ's sake will receive a great reward.Join Pastor Daryl as he journeys through the entire Bible. Visit the podcast website here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Read or subscribe to his devotional at simplythebible.blog. Visit the church website. If you enjoy Simply the Bible, please give us a rating and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. That helps us a lot!
Welcome to The Gathering Place! Everything we do is to be disciples and equip disciples. Learn more about us at https://tgpny.org
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Jesus ministers in Judea, healing great multitudes. The Pharisees question Him about divorce. Little children are brought to Jesus, and He blesses them.Join Pastor Daryl as he journeys through the entire Bible. Visit the podcast website here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Read or subscribe to his devotional at simplythebible.blog. Visit the church website. If you enjoy Simply the Bible, please give us a rating and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. That helps us a lot!
A man who has lived a successful and moral life comes to Jesus because something is missing...
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In this sermon, Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:1-12 about Jesus' response to the Pharisees' question regarding divorce. Jesus points back to God's original design for marriage in Genesis 1 and 2 as a permanent, one-flesh union, and explains that Moses permitted divorce due to the hardness of human hearts, highlighting the difference between God's ideal and scriptural accommodations for a fallen world.
In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:3-12, discussing Jesus' teaching on marriage, divorce, and singleness. He explains Jesus' ideal for marriage from Genesis 1-2 and contrasts it with Moses' accommodation for divorce in Deuteronomy 24 due to the hardness of human hearts, also addressing the meaning of "defiled" in that context and listing other biblical accommodations like polygamy and slavery. The sermon also explores the disciples' reaction to Jesus' strict standard for marriage and Jesus' teaching on singleness for the sake of the kingdom.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me.” This sermon invites us to consider how children are not just the future of the church but a vital part of it today. Whether you're a parent or a fellow disciple, discover how we're all called to bring children to Jesus and worship alongside them. Matthew 19:13-15
Matthew 19:23-30
Matthew 19:16-22
Marriage is often compared to the relationship between God and the church, but singleness has some significant parallels as well.
Sunday Morning Message
Matthew 19:13-15
Matthew 19:7-12
Matthew 19:1-6
March 9, 2025. Sunday Bible Study with Pastor Cason Kelly.
March 2, 2025. Sunday Bible Study with Pastor Cason Kelly.
20 Proverbs 6-7; 26 Ezekiel 28-33; 19 Psalms 82-87; 40 Matthew 19-22
The conquest of Jericho. Israel's defeat in Ai. The sin of Achan.
Genesis 32-33; 19 Psalms 37; 40 Matthew 19
Sermons: Church of God Ministry of Jesus Christ International | CGMJCI
Sermon: Matthew 19By Sister Maria Luisa Piraquive, worldwide leader of the ChurchLocation: Weston, Florida, United StatesStreamed on April 6, 2025Church of God Ministry of Jesus Christ Internationalhttps://idmji.org/en#IDMJI #CGMJCI #MariaLuisaPiraquive #Piraquive
This week, Cody Wilbanks unpacks Jesus' words about marriage and divorce in Matthew 19:1-12.
In this sermon, Bro. Steve Lammons explores the concept of true faith as depicted in Matthew 19, focusing on the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler. The discussion delves into the nature of faith that saves, the cost of discipleship, and the importance of prioritizing a relationship with God over material possessions. Sturgis emphasizes that true salvation is an event marked by a genuine decision to follow Jesus, rather than a gradual process of good deeds. The message culminates in an invitation for listeners to reflect on their own faith and relationship with Christ.00:00Understanding True Faith04:58The Encounter with the Rich Young Ruler14:40The Cost of Discipleship24:51Making a Decision for Christ
Faith Like A Child Is Faith That Trusts In The Now Matthew 19:14 14Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
What Must be Done - Matthew 19: 13-30
Audio Bible New Testament Matthew to Apocalypse King James Version
19 : Gospel of Matthew 19 1. And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judaea beyond Jordan; 2. And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there. 3. The Pharisees also came unto him, tempting him, and saying unto him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause? 4. And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female, 5. And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh? ; AB church Lausanne
Matthew 19 Matthew 19:1-12 – Marriage and divorce Jesus went all the way back to Genesis, to the law before the Law of Moses. See Proverbs…
Lord, Open My Lips is a daily devotional produced by Fr. Josh Fink and John Caddell in association with All Souls Church in Lexington, South Carolina. New devotionals are available every day. More information can be found at allsoulslex.org/dailyprayer.Original music is composed and recorded by John Caddell. Our liturgy is based on "Family Prayer" from the Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Have you ever struggled with doubt, insecurity, or the feeling that you're not enough? In this powerful message, Pastor Andy dives into the lies of the enemy, the dangers of self-reliance, and the incredible grace of God. From the parable of the vineyard workers to Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, this teaching reminds us that God's grace is a gift, not something we can earn—and that true faith aligns our hearts with His will
Lord, Open My Lips is a daily devotional produced by Fr. Josh Fink and John Caddell in association with All Souls Church in Lexington, South Carolina. New devotionals are available every day. More information can be found at allsoulslex.org/dailyprayer.Original music is composed and recorded by John Caddell. Our liturgy is based on "Family Prayer" from the Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Today's reading is Matthew 19-21. . . . . This month, we will be reading from the Christian Standard Bible. . . . . Your ratings and reviews help us spread the Gospel to new friends! If you love this podcast, rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave us a brief review! You can do the same on Spotify and on Google Podcasts as well.
20 Proverbs 27-28; 15 Ezra 1-6; 19 Psalms 65-68; 40 Matthew 19-22
Pastor Micah preaches at King's Cross Church.
Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comMatthew 19The Pharisees again seek to test and discredit Jesus. Here they ask Him about divorce: “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason at all”? Jesus answers by going straight to God's word in the beginning. He then explains that the kingdom of heaven will be open to those who treasure marriage in a holy and righteous way. Following this, a rich man comes to ask about eternal life. While he is willing to keep the law, the man is not willing to give up his riches. Jesus responds by saying that it will be very hard for the rich to enter heaven. Jesus gives powerful instruction: treasure your spouse and be charitable with your money! For those who do such, they will inherit eternal life. The greatest impact of this chapter is the dual concepts of marriage and money. Both still dominate the landscape of life today. They each have the potential to be very good for us and to honor God. But they have also been abused and twisted to dishonor God's will. Jesus' teaching on marriage goes back to the very beginning when God united a man and woman for life. May we always enter and continue in marriage with that goal in mind. Money, on the other hand, is often kept selfishly when it should be given to help others. The rich need to hear Christ's call to generosity. Those who sacrifice to honor His teachings will reap blessings now and eternally. Wonderful Creator, give us the humility to live Your way, even when it is difficult. Your Son has beautifully answered life's most challenging questions and we pray for ears to hear. Please help us to approach marriage in a way that honors You. We pray for committed hearts, even in challenging situations, so far as it depends on us. And Lord, as rich and prosperous people, we pray for help in being generous and kingdom focused. Give us strength to trust in You, and to demonstrate that trust in our homes, with our wallets, and in every possible way. Thought Questions: - How is the new law of Christ more difficult than the law of Moses? Is it easier to fight for a marriage or to divorce your spouse and leave? - What are ways you can show God's love in your marriage? And among the world, how do you show a charitable heart to others in need? - If you make great personal sacrifices to honor the will of Christ, what will be the rewards you can enjoy now, and what is coming later?
Peter wants to know what those who have left everything to follow Jesus should expect to receive at the end. Jesus says everything will be repaid, but the first will be last and the last will be first. Have a listen. Show Notes: · Support 1517 Podcast Network · 1517 Podcasts · 1517 on Youtube · 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts · 1517 Events Schedule · 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: · Bible in One Year with Chad Bird · Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi · Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits More from the hosts: · Daniel Emery Price · Erick Sorenson
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