Podcasts about Meekness

Isaiah 53:3–7 Our culture lionizes the powerful, the aggressive, and the bold. Meekness is mistaken for weakness, and silence under pressure is seen as defeat. But centuries before the cross, Isaiah described a Servant who would be despised, rejected, and silent—and through whose wounds we would be healed. Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 53:3–7 to show how Jesus fulfilled the portrait of the suffering Servant—the Lamb who went to slaughter in silence, bearing our griefs and carrying our sorrows as our substitute. Find your hope in the Lamb who was slain for you. True strength is not the absence of suffering but the willingness to bear it for others.

What does it look like to live, in our relationships with others, in light of the gospel? What sort of life is appropriate to the calling we have recieved?I. What does Paul assume in verses one and two? II. What does he specifically urge in verses one and two? III. And how are we supposed to do that?  

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We begin this week with some insight as to why agreeing on a common biblical definition of Bible words is complicated by the common use of a half-dozen or so different translations*. We then begin our quest to define “meek”, … Continue reading →

The Sermon on the Mount: More Than You Think | Matthew 5 | Family Church Matthew Chapter 5 contains some of the most well-known words Jesus ever spoke — and some of the most misunderstood. In this message, our guest speaker walks us through the entire chapter, verse by verse, unpacking what Jesus was really saying in the Beatitudes, in His teachings on murder, adultery, divorce, oaths, and loving your enemies. Here's what most people miss: Jesus wasn't coming to get rid of the Old Testament. He came to complete it — to be the lens through which all of it finally makes sense. And when you read Matthew 5 through that lens, everything shifts. In this message you'll discover: What "poor in spirit" and "blessed are those who mourn" actually mean Why the hunger and thirst Jesus talks about is nothing like a mid-afternoon snack craving How Jesus raises the bar from action to heart — and why that's actually good news What the Sermon on the Mount has to say about your marriage Why "love your enemies" is the most radical thing Jesus ever said This is part of our ongoing series reading through the book of Matthew together — because the Bible is enough.

Today, Will Carlisle is joined by Chris Smith as we continue our study through the book of James. Join us today on Our Daily Rhythm!

In this episode, you can learn:• Why the Beatitudes may describe a step-by-step process of psychological transformation rather than simply a list of virtues• How humility creates self-awareness, while self-acceptance creates the foundation for lasting change• Why emotional honesty, congruence, and compassion are essential for personal growth• How the first and last Beatitudes form a unique framework for understanding identity, transformation, and the development of the selfvideo: https://youtu.be/KbuiXmwdKeA?si=9ikjR9sQJLYJqoOXWhat if the Beatitudes are not merely moral teachings, but a roadmap for transformation? In this episode of Autism & the Structure of Reality, we explore the Beatitudes through the lenses of psychology, neuroscience, and personal development, revealing a progression from humility and self-awareness to self-respect and self-acceptance. Along the way, we examine why so many people struggle to change, how avoidance prevents growth, and why the first and last Beatitudes may hold the key to understanding the entire process of becoming who we are capable of becoming.Elevate How You Navigate with Len & a free call https://elevatehowyounavigate.comMAYU Water, use "autism" for 10% off at https://mayuwater.comDaylight Computer Company, use "autism" for $50 off at https://buy.daylightcomputer.com/autismDaylight Kids (!!!) https://kids.daylightcomputer.com/autism ‪Chroma Light Devices, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://getchroma.co/?ref=autism00:00 The Beatitudes; Self-Transformation & the Sermon on the Mount01:13 Poor in Spirit; Humility, Confidence & Self-Awareness04:23 Mourning; Emotional Honesty & Facing the Self08:28 Meekness; Strength Under Control10:03 Hunger & Thirst for Righteousness; Motivation, Meaning & Values14:14 Mercy; Judgment, Compassion & Understanding Others16:06 Pure in Heart; Congruence, Alignment & Integrity17:45 Peacemakers; Compassion, Relationships & Letting Go of Control22:53 Persecuted for Righteousness; Identity, Self-Respect & Acceptance24:08 Self-Awareness → Self-Acceptance; The Two-Part Process of Change27:05 Why Many Christians Stay Stuck; Reading Without Transformation28:07 The Two Present-Tense Beatitudes; Final ReflectionsX: https://x.com/rps47586YT: https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheSpectrumemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com

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In this recording, I reflect on my recent travels through the Philippines, during which I endured a long car journey and experienced a disorienting earthquake while celebrating Mass. I transition from these personal anecdotes to discuss the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of spiritual meekness and humility. By recalling my mother's faith and the teachings of the Gospel, I encourage listeners to embrace a childlike trust in God to find true relief from life's burdens. The homily warns against the traps of ego and resentment, suggesting that internal peace is found by modeling one's heart after the selfless love of Christ. Ultimately, my reflection invites you to reject the desire for worldly recognition in favor of the rest and security that divine intimacy offers.

James 3:13-18 - This message from James 3:13–18 explores the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom. Using the analogy of competing operating systems, the message argues that our words, conflicts, and behaviors reveal what is happening in our hearts. The central challenge is not simply behavior modification, but allowing God to transform the heart so that wisdom produces peace, humility, mercy, and righteousness.

This episode touches on how our emotions can lead us to anger if we aren't careful. Have you been in emotional overload? Well, I understand I have been there too but God said give it to him. Don't become so overwhelmed you lash out and hurt others or even sabotage yourself for lack of self control. God said handle it with meekness which is basically enduring harm or injury with patience. Patience is enduring delay or hardship without complaining. As you cast your cares to God allow him to touch your heart and renew your mind so you can move past this season of emotional overloadFollow me on YouTube

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In this message from The Beatitudes, Angie Richey teaches from Matthew 5:5 that meekness is power under control. Meekness is not weakness, but strength submitted to God, emotional regulation, holy restraint, and trust that God can defend, heal, and lead us without our need to dominate, retaliate, or control every outcome.Click here to view the episode transcript. (00:00) - Power Under Control (01:18) - An Attitude Adjustment on Meekness (02:03) - Living in a Triggered World (03:17) - Matthew 5 and the Upside Down Kingdom (04:22) - Blessed Are the Meek (05:44) - Jesus Redefines Power (07:30) - From Survival to Spiritual Formation (09:12) - The Order of the Beatitudes (10:26) - Releasing the Need to Control (15:37) - Meekness Is Not Weakness (16:02) - Jesus Was Meek, Not Weak (19:44) - The Meek Will Inherit the Earth (23:21) - Psalm 37 and Abundant Peace (25:03) - Meekness and Emotional Regulation (31:43) - David, Saul, and Trusting God's Timing (33:50) - Practices for Meekness (37:12) - The Eagle, the Snake, and Spiritual Battle

Continue the series with “Meekness Is NOT Weakness,” a timely and encouraging sermon from Psalm 37:1–11. Pastor Ricky Smith reminds us that in a world filled with comparison, envy, and frustration, God calls His people to trust, delight, commit, and wait on Him. This message shows that true meekness is not weakness—it is confident faith in God's justice, provision, and promises.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Pastor Andrew Buchanan continues our series on the sermon on the mount with his exposition of Matthew 5:5(1) "Blessed are the Meek": The Paradox of the KingdomJoshua 6, 8 & 10Mark 8:35Mark 9:35Mark 10:43-44Isaiah 61:1-2Psalm 37:11(2) "They shall inherit the earth": Peace & Rest Now and ForeverRevelation 21:1Ephesians 2:11-13Psalm 24:1-21st Samuel 2:8(3) "How do we put on Meekness?": Christ, The ExampleMatthew 11.29-30Matthew 21:5Luke 23:34Philippians 2:5-8Application:Titus 3:1-2Ephesians 4:1-2Galatians 5:22-23Colossians 3:12-13John 13:35Matthew 25:31-34 & 46Mark 1:151st Corinthlans 6:9-10Acts 4:12Psalm 130:3-4 & 7Colossians 3:12

Strength is often measured by power, influence, or the ability to overcome others. The world admires the loud, the aggressive, and the self-assertive. Yet in the Beatitudes, Jesus turns our understanding upside down. In Matthew 5:5, He declares, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” At first glance, meekness sounds like weakness, a quiet surrender, passivity, or fear. But biblical meekness is something far different. Meekness is strength under control. It is the willing submission of our lives to the will of God on behalf of others. The meek person trusts God enough to surrender personal revenge, pride, and self-promotion, believing that God Himself will bring justice in His perfect time and will one day grant eternal life in His kingdom.Jesus is the greatest example of this gentle strength. Though He possessed all authority and power, He humbled Himself, served sinners, welcomed the broken, and endured the cross without retaliation. He submitted perfectly to the Father's will, not because He was weak, but because He was strong in love and obedience. And in the end, Jesus truly inherited the earth through His resurrection and coming kingdom. Through Him, we learn that the strength of gentleness is the pathway to true blessing.Series: The Beatitudes: Kingdom Living in a Fallen WorldScripture: Matthew 5:5Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

What do you do when God's plan looks nothing like the one you had for yourself? Professor Lori Newbold explores the timeless stories of Ruth, Naomi, and Hannah, uncovering what loyalty, grief, and a relational faith in Christ can teach us about trusting God through life's most unexpected detours.YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/7fOsRSVrkn4FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 1 - Professor Lori Newbold2:09 Thematic set up6:43 Come, Follow Me Manual7:24 Gratitude for unanswered prayers and Naomi9:30 The healthiness of grief11:45 Sitting with sadness14:10 Emotional pain has no painkiller16:16 Naomi's love for her daughters-in-law and hesed19:25 Ruth's declaration and Mosiah 1820:46 What kind of mother-in-law was Naomi24:51 Ruth replaced her gods with Jehovah27:52 Part-member families and “I will go”28:25 Writing dreams in pencil30:19 Ruth gleaning in the fields and Boaz33:55 Kanap–wings and the skirt35:25 The Goel–Redeemer and kinsman41:47 Leaving Jerusalem–faith and relational not outcome based43:48 “But if not” faith46:06 Ruth's request at the threshing floor51:12 Boaz keeping the Law and seeking answers to others' prayers53:56 President Christofferson on God's PLan1:01:28 Bitter and sweet–Boaz as type of Jesus Christ1:02:26 Meekness as a defining attribute1:05:36 Developing meekness1:08:12 What would Hannah want us to know?1:12: 22 End of Part 1 - Professor Lori NewboldThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

In week three of our Beatitudes series, we flip the script on a world that equates power with aggression by revealing that biblical meekness is actually strength under control. Diving into Matthew 5:5, we explore how true gentleness possesses the unique power to defuse intense conflict, win quiet influence, and build deeply attractive relationships. Ultimately, you will discover why laying down an abrasive attitude and embracing a gentle spirit is the ultimate key to emotional and spiritual security.

This powerful series from Pastor Greg's television broadcast, Wisdom for Living, is filled with revelation on the character and nature of Jesus and includes personal experience on how to develop an intimate relationship with Him. Get ready to be blessed, grow in grace and the knowledge of the Lord, and be transformed as you receive the truths contained in this series, Knowing Jesus!

Colossians 3:5-17 (ESV)Andrew and Edwin discuss the attitudes and behaviors we need to strip off like contaminated clothes and the new ones we must put on like royal, holy garments.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25607The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Sin: Taking a GODLY DESIRE and fulfilling it in an UNGODLY WAY.Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.Meekness is not weakness. Meekness is STRENGTH under CONTROL.Matthew 11:29–30 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.HARSHNESS can drive short-term results, but it will lead to long-term DESTRUCTION.2. TRUST puts your power under control because you know WHO'S IN CONTROL.When you TRUST God completely, GENTLENESS comes easily.Psalm 37:1–11 “Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun. Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes. Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; do not fret—it leads only to evil. For those who are evil will be destroyed, but those who hope in the Lord will inherit the land. A little while, and the wicked will be no more; though you look for them, they will not be found. But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.”Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.3. The reward of meekness: PROGRESS.Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.Galatians 5:22–23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.Matthew 11:29–30 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.

“But the fruit of the Ruach is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law put in place. And they that are Yahusha Ha'Mashiach's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. If we live in the Ruach, let us also walk in the Ruach.” GALATIANS 5:22-25 את CEPHER

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In this episode, Nancy wraps up the topic of meekness with a final look at Matthew Henry's teaching on governing others and receiving correction. She exhorts parents, teachers, and other authorities to govern themselves before correcting others, to avoid harsh overcorrection, and to receive rebuke with humility, patience, and a quiet spirit.  Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

In this episode, Nancy Wilson continues her discussion of meekness from Matthew Henry's The Quest for Meekness and Quietness of Spirit, describing quietness as the soul's stillness under provocation, anxiety, fear, and trouble, and urging women to take responsibility for calming their own spirits by faith in God. Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

Meekness vs humility and God providing our needs.

The Lord was ready to bring Israel into the Promised Land in just eighteen months. Instead, it took forty years. Is your own "wilderness wandering" a result of geography, or is it a matter of the heart? Summary: In this episode, we dive into the Book of Numbers. We move past the genealogies to uncover the spiritual friction that keeps us from moving forward. We analyze the pivotal moments where faith collided with fear and learn how to speed up the clock on our own spiritual progress. The Timetable of Faith: We discuss how our activities or procrastinations can "slow the hands of the clock" on God's promises. The Report of the Spies: We contrast the "grasshopper complex" of the ten spies with the "mountain-moving faith" of Joshua and Caleb. The Brazen Serpent: We explore the profound simplicity of "looking to live" and why we sometimes refuse the easiest cures offered by the Savior. Miriam and Aaron's Murmuring: We look at the dangers of "steadying the ark" and questioning local and prophetic leadership. The Daughters of Zelophehad: We conclude with the beautiful balance of agency and order found at the end of the book, proving that the "Number" God cares most about is the individual soul. Call-to-Action: Are you currently in a "Caleb" season of faith or a "Grasshopper" season of fear? What is one "giant" in your way that you are ready to overcome with the Lord's help? Share your journey in the comments! To keep your faith "Unshaken" while navigating the wilderness, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 2:21 The Book of Numbers: "Wander, Wander, Die" 12:44 Numbering Israel & Setting up Camp 22:08 Setting Up Camp 31:29 Ransoming the Firstborn 51:28 Awakening a Guilty Conscience 1:06:56 Set Apart for God 1:24:26 Gifts to God 1:41:55 Flexibility & Obedience 1:59:09 Murmuring about the Manna 2:18:15 The Meekness of Moses 2:47:05 Spying Out the Land 2:57:16 Faith or Fear 3:14:18 Rebellion in the Ranks 3:36:55 Proof of the Priesthood 3:54:24 Moses' Mistake 4:07:34 The Brazen Serpent 4:20:23 Balaam & the Rewards of Unrighteousness 5:00:18 Idolatry & Adultery 5:09:00 Renumbering Israel & Exceptions to the Rule 5:18:47 Successors & Mentors 5:35:47 Unity & Diversity 5:46:33 Exodus & Inheritance 5:58:59 Conclusion

What if the life we want isn't found in strength, status, or striving but in something far quieter and deeper? As we continue through our study on the Sermon on the Mount, we're invited to lean in and reconsider what it truly means to live a blessed life. Together, we explore Jesus' words, "blessed are the meek," and begin to see that His kingdom operates in a way that gently turns our expectations upside-down. In a world that celebrates power and self-promotion, we're called to live different. Our lives are to be marked by humility, trust, and surrender. Meekness is not weakness, but rather strength under the control of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we look to Jesus, we discover a kind of strength that doesn't demand its own way but rests securely in the Father's will. This kind of life changes how we relate to God and how we love, forgive, and walk with one another. And here's the beautiful promise: when we choose this path, we're not losing anything—we're gaining everything that truly matters. Together, we're invited to step into a life shaped by meekness, gentleness, and trust, believing that God sees, God provides, and God fulfills every promise. There's more to this way of living than we might expect, and it's an invitation worth exploring.

The second half of the Perrys' conversation with Matt Chandler is a deeper discussion of the Beatitudes of Matthew 5. For example, the Bible says, “Blessed are those who mourn,” but what are we to mourn, and how do we mourn well? Matt explains that we mourn our own sin, and we grieve the broken world around us. Comfort is found in the hard work of mourning, and the consequence of not mourning is distance from Jesus. Beyond mourning, Matt and the Perrys also explore meekness, a thirst for righteousness, mercy, peacemaking, and persecution. Scripture References Matthew 5:3-10 This Episode is Sponsored By: https://shopify.com/perry — Sign up for your $1 per-month trial today! https://meetfabric.com/perry — Help protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. You could be offered coverage instantly with NO health exam required! https://fieldofgreens.com — Get 20% off with promo code PERRY - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nancy Wilson continues through Matthew Henry's Meekness and Quietness of Spirit with a look at the problem of anger, explaining how meekness keeps reason on the throne, restrains hasty words, and teaches us to answer criticism and conflict with patience, humility, and a soft answer.  Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

An inheritance means resources and riches that were not sourced by you, are made available to you.  Though it might be my first day in considering God, it is not God's first day. He has a storehouse ready.How do I get it?  The road to this inheritance leads through the pesky concept of meekness. Short answer: the Lord LOVES meekness. He is biased toward the bowed-down person.  Join me for 7 minutes and then SHARE.https://youtu.be/key5StbrRa4

Philippians 4:4-7 (ESV)Isack and Edwin discuss Paul's continuing instruction to Euodia and Syntyche as he urges them and all the Christians to let their reasonableness be known to all.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25338The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Meekness takes a bad rap in our world today.  No surprise, it is one of God's favorite characteristics.  In fact, Jesus Himself describes His own heart as meek.If we have spiritual meekness aka gentleness, we are Settled, submissive, secure,  solid and SATISFIED.As a bonus, God describes this character quality as PRECIOUS to Him.  This is why it might be best to SEEK TO BE MEEK.https://youtu.be/UxADnm4n3sM

Pastor Seth Troutt continues our series, “The Good Life,” by unpacking what Jesus means when he says, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” In a world that celebrates aggression, self-promotion, and getting even, meekness can sound like weakness or irrelevance. But Jesus presents meekness as a Spirit-shaped strength: the steadiness of a “heavy bag” that absorbs insult without lashing out, and the yielded power of a “broken and bridled” horse led by its rider.In this message, Pastor Seth:- Explores the nature of biblical meekness (or gentleness)  - Looks at examples of meekness in Moses, Paul, and Jesus  - Talks about how daily, deliberate discipleship forms meekness in us  - Points us to the staggering promise that the meek will inherit not just the land, but the whole earth in Christ  This sermon is part of our Beatitudes study in “The Good Life,” where we learn how Jesus turns the values of the world upside down and invites us into a better way to live.00:00 - Introduction08:30 - The Nature of Meekness14:12 - The Meekness of Moses16:51 - The Meekness of Paul19:25 - The Meekness of Jesus28:16 - How We Become Meek34:10 - What the Meek Inherit**HOW TO FIND US*** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YouTube CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@IronwoodChurchAZFACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ironwoodchurchaz/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/ironwood.church/WEBSITE https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/

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The Power of Meekness

In this episode, Nancy Wilson contrasts external adornment with the hidden beauty of a meek and quiet spirit, and draws on scripture and the words of Matthew Henry to show how trust in God, freedom from worry, and inward grace are of great price in the sight of God. Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

What if what you've been calling “meekness”... isn't actually meekness at all?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, we unpack the difference between true biblical meekness and something many of us have unknowingly lived in—self-abandonment.For years, we've been taught that being quiet, agreeable, and selfless is spiritual. But what if constantly apologizing, shrinking your voice, and avoiding conflict isn't humility… it's a trauma response?We get honest about:Why so many people struggle to speak up or set boundariesThe subtle ways self-abandonment shows up (you probably do these without realizing it)The fear underneath it all—rejection, conflict, and being “too much”Why “no” is a complete sentence (and why that's so hard for us)What meekness actually looks like through the life of JesusThis one gets personal. We share our own struggles with over-apologizing, people-pleasing, and learning to stop shrinking ourselves in relationships.If you've ever felt like:“I don't want to bother anyone…”“Sorry, this might be a dumb question…”“I'll just stay quiet to keep the peace…”…this episode is for you.Because the truth is: Meekness isn't weakness. It's strength under control. And you were never meant to disappear to be accepted.00:00 - Welcome Back and Podcast Consistency01:58 - Learning to Celebrate Yourself02:50 - This Week's Topic: Meekness vs. Self-Abandonment03:43 - What Self-Abandonment Looks Like05:11 - Channock on Feeling Meek but Being Seen as Bold06:47 - Over-Apologizing and Shrinking Yourself08:01 - “I Know You're Busy” and Other Subtle Self-Abandonment Patterns09:19 - Why “No” Should Be a Complete Sentence10:05 - Boundaries, Family Pressure, and Over-Explaining11:06 - Why We Struggle to Say No12:31 - The Fear Beneath Self-Abandonment14:23 - What Meekness Actually Is15:12 - Strength Under Control in the Life of Jesus16:20 - Why Self-Abandonment Feels So Hard17:57 - A Simple Shift: Stop Starting with “Sorry”18:43 - Meekness Does Not Mean Disappearing19:15 - Final Encouragement to Stop Shrinking Yourself20:34 - Reflecting on Self-Abandonment in Real Life21:16 - You're Loved and There's Nothing You Can Do About It

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Wild dominated Game 1 in Dallas, the Wolves fell in Game in Denver and the Twins were swept in large part because their bullpen couldn't hold leads against the Reds. Plus thoughts on the transfer portal, Lynx and Minnesota United.

By Sal Cimino Sr - Meekness is a quality that is not understood by mankind. They see it as a weakness because they only want authority by their own power. But God has promised that those with meekness, only available by the Holy Spirit to rule with him when he returns.

My friend Jen Lilley is joining us today. She's an actress, producer, storyteller, and just a total delight of a human. You may know her from Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, or Hallmark and Great American Family movies. But here's what I really love about her: behind the film sets is a woman with a deep, vibrant, anchored faith. So, while we thought we were taking a break from our theme this week, what you'll hear is a friend who is indeed Spiritually Strong. Jen has written a 365-day devotional called Wake Up Your Faith that you absolutely want a copy of and in this conversation we get to beautifully usher in next week's introduction to our next spiritual discipline: fasting. Find us on Substack at spirituallystronger.com!  . . . .  Thank you to our sponsors! AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/SOUNDSFUN to get an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 for FREE in your AG1 Welcome Kit with your first AG1subscription order! This show is sponsored by BetterHelp: Sign up and my friends get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/thatsoundsfun. CreaTone: Let me get you started with 20% off your first order. Visit TONETODAY.com, promo code TSF. ELIC: To learn more, visit elic.org/thatsoundsfun.  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun. Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/thatsoundsfun with code thatsoundsfun. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices