Podcasts about merciful

Why would a loving God allow pain, disappointment, and obstacles into our lives? In Hosea 2, God reveals that some of our greatest hardships may actually be merciful thorns—loving barriers designed to keep us from destruction and lead us back to Him. Discover how God's relentless pursuit turns our wandering, our failures, and even our valleys of trouble into gateways of hope through His steadfast covenant love. 

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Here's part three of a fictional story I wrote called The Two Doors and the Merciful Judge. It's an allegory that serves as a companion to Kinda Judgy: Finding Mercy for Myself and Others in Six Stories of the Bible—my new book releasing with Moody Publishers!! (Order your copy here.)Through the imaginative setting of the Grand Courtroom of the World, revisit the same six Bible stories featured in the book—Noah, Rahab, Jonah, the sinful woman, the blind man, and the criminal on the cross—and encounter the same unchanging Judge of All.In Part 3, titled, "The Massive Baptism and the Tipped Cake, you're entering the Grand Courtroom as a massive baptism has just taken place. Everyone is wearing black t-shirts with a "repent and believe" emblem on the back. What's interesting, though, is that the handsome pastor who comes storming in isn't pleased about this. My hope is that this allegory will help you see more clearly—and love more deeply—the Judge who holds the Final Gavel.Order Kinda JudgyReplay the Girls' Night Celebration!How Judgy Are You? (Take the Quiz)Watch the series on YoutubeMore from the Judgy Series on Live Like It's True.  Order Kinda JudgyTake the Kinda Judgy QuizLearn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

What does it really mean to be blessed? In a world that equates blessing with success, comfort, and status, Jesus offers a radically different vision. In this series, Blessed, we'll discover the surprising path to a life of deep joy, and purpose. Jesus redefines what it means to live under God's favor. This is an invitation to embrace a kingdom perspective—one that turns our assumptions upside down and forms us into people who reflect the heart of Jesus.

In Don't Write Back, Sam Fleury teaches from Matthew 5:7 on what it means to be merciful. This message explores why we often want justice for others and mercy for ourselves, how grace and mercy are different, and how followers of Jesus are called to forgive, release revenge, and live with active compassion. (00:00) - Continuing The Beattitudes (00:43) - Matthew 5:7 and Mercy (00:58) - The Workout Class Story (03:25) - Justice for Others, Mercy for Ourselves (05:16) - Blessed Are the Merciful (05:41) - Mercy in a Controversial Context (07:03) - Jesus Disrupts Our Natural Tendencies (08:03) - Mercy Is Giving What You Received (10:08) - Receiving God's Grace and Mercy (13:23) - When Justice Becomes Revenge (15:31) - Turn the Other Cheek (16:25) - Blessed to Be a Blessing (19:22) - Mercy Is Giving What Is Not Deserved (24:17) - The Label Without the Character (27:04) - The Unforgiving Servant (33:05) - Mercy Is Giving What You Desire (34:47) - Active Compassion in Real Life (38:21) - If You Need It, Feed It (39:05) - God's Mercy Is Greater (40:07) - Jesus Shows Mercy on the Cross

Part 8 of our God Is series with Pastor Fred Smith God's justice and mercy and how they go together.Click here and check out our brand new FBC podcast website with all of your favorite sermon book series, Wednesday night lesson series and FBC Extra episodes all categorized in one place!

Those who have received mercy are in a place where they can remember what it was like when they were desperate and lost and in need. They remember mercy. And that mercy changes the way they treat everyone around them. Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor Matthew 5:7

Jesus is both our Sovereign Lord who knows our failures, but also our Merciful Lord who forgives us.

Blessed are the Merciful 14.06.26 by Doc

Every person longs for mercy at some point in life. We hope for mercy when we have failed, when our mistakes are exposed, and when we need someone to look beyond our shortcomings and offer compassion instead of condemnation. Yet Jesus teaches us that mercy is not only something we receive from others, it is also something we are called to give. In Matthew 5:7, Jesus declares, “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” In the world's kingdom, success often belongs to those who demand their rights, protect their interests, and repay others according to what they deserve. But in the kingdom of God, Jesus reveals a different way. The blessed person is not the one who seeks revenge or holds tightly to bitterness, but the one who reflects the mercy of God toward others. The mercy Jesus describes is not simply feeling sorry for someone. It is a compassionate heart that moves us to act with kindness, forgiveness, and grace. It flows from understanding the great mercy we have already received through Christ. As we have been forgiven, we learn to forgive. As we have been shown compassion, we extend compassion. Today, we will see that mercy is both the evidence of a transformed heart and the pathway to experiencing the fullness of God's mercySeries: The Beatitudes: Kingdom Living in a Fallen World Scripture: Matthew 5:7 Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

Here's part two of a fictional story I wrote called The Two Doors and the Merciful Judge. It's an allegory that serves as a companion to Kinda Judgy: Finding Mercy for Myself and Others in Six Stories of the Bible—my new book releasing with Moody Publishers!! (Order your copy here.)Order Kinda JudgyWatch the Replay of our Girls' Night Celebration!The Two Doors & the Merciful Judge SeriesHow Judgy Are You? (Take the Quiz)Find the whole series here.  Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Father Hudgins' homily: Blessed Are the Merciful

Listen in as Pastor Scott breaks down this weighty chapter of scripture that foreshadows the sacrifice of Jesus and the power of the cross.

Matthew 5:7

If your marriage would glorify God and would be a blessing to you and your spouse, your marriage should be characterized by mercy. Pastor Mitch will open the Bible to teach how our marriages can grow, marked by mercy across multiple areas.

God shows His grace and mercy to Samson for us to see that He will not be mocked, and He will not share His glory with false gods. God always gets the last word. -God is Patient but He Will Not Be Mocked-God is Merciful but He Will Not Share His Glory

Fabs kicks off a new series called "Thresholds- The Courageous Act of Becoming." In this series - and in this season of change for our church - we will explore stories of thresholds throughout Scripture to discover how we can walk through transitions with courage, faith, and expectancy, so that we do not miss what God wants to do in the transition moments of our lives. Fabs explores Hebrews 2:11-18 and how Jesus' threshold of incarnation can help us through any threshold in our lives. Hebrews 2:11-18 www.thevineaustin.org

Second Sunday after Pentecost June 7, 2026 God Loves Sinners Sermon based on Matthew 9:9-13   https://stpeterchurchmodesto.org/

Merciful Judgement Randy Bare

Acts | Merciful | Acts 3In today's sermon, our speaker Jonathan Cornelius discusses God's mercy evident in the third chapter of Acts.

True Faith Part 4Jesus said, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness," and "Blessed are the merciful." We often want justice when someone else is guilty, but mercy when we are the ones in need. In the story of Zacchaeus, Jesus shows us that true faith values both. Justice says the wrong really matters. Mercy says the wrongdoer is not disposable. And in Jesus, both come together.

Subject: Book of Matthew 5:7Speaker or Performer: Dennis HeltonScripture Passage(s): Matthew 5:7Date of Delivery: June 7, 2026

Tomorrow is launch day for Kinda Judgy: Finding Mercy for Myself and Others in Six Stories of the Bible—my new book releasing with Moody Publishers.I'm celebrating by sharing something special with you!Over the next six episodes, I'll be sharing The Two Doors and the Merciful Judge, an allegory I wrote as a companion to Kinda Judgy. Through the imaginative setting of the Grand Courtroom of the World, we'll revisit the same six Bible stories featured in the book—Noah, Rahab, Jonah, the sinful woman, the blind man, and the criminal on the cross—and encounter the same unchanging Judge of All.In Part 1, we'll enter the Grand Courtroom, notice the mysterious Mercy Door, and meet a man named Noah who walks with the Judge in the midst of a dark generation that ignores Him.My hope is that this allegory will help you see more clearly—and love more deeply—the Judge who holds the Final Gavel.Welcome to the Grand Courtroom of the World.Order Kinda JudgyJoin our Girls' Night Celebration!The Two Doors & the Merciful Judge SeriesHow Judgy Are You? (Take the Quiz) Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Beauty has a way of bringing out the best in us.So does mercy.This Sunday we'll explore one of Jesus' most intriguing statements: "Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy."What did Jesus mean by that? Is mercy weakness? Is it forgiveness? And why does Jesus seem to think mercy has the power to transform both the giver and the receiver?

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Matthew 5:7 Mercy = Not getting what YOU DESERVE. “To be let OFF THE HOOK.” Finally Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified. So the soldiers took charge of Jesus. CARRYING HIS OWN CROSS, he went out to the place of the Skull. John 19:16-17 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23 The wages of sin is death. Romans 6:23 #1 Mercy CARRIES Mercy PICKS UP A WEIGHT someone else was supposed to CARRY THEMSELVES. Mercy is less about giving someone a piece of your MIND, and more about giving someone a piece of your HEART. Have I prioritized a relationship of mercy, or of justice? Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals - one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:32-34 #2 Mercy SEES. Mercy sees PEOPLE how God sees PEOPLE. Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image. Psalm 139:14 I praise you for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you.”“There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over all, does not cry,‘Mine!'” - Abraham Kuyper Mercy sees SOULS, not ISSUES. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 1 Peter 2:9 People aren't your PROBLEM, they're your CALLING. One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at Him: “Aren't you the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don't you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:39-43 #3 Mercy FREES Mercy = FORGIVENESS For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. Romans 3:23-24 The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 You simply cannot be MERCIFUL if you cannot FORGIVE. If you can extend FORGIVENESS, God will overflow you with His MERCY.

If your marriage would glorify God and would be a blessing to you and your spouse, your marriage should be characterized by mercy. Pastor Mitch will open the Bible to teach how our marriages can grow, marked by mercy across multiple areas.

Ephesians 2:1-6

AM Service 5/31/2026

Psalm 123, Andrew Sheely

Here are the promises we covered this week. Matthew 21:22 – God Answers Faith-Filled Prayers.  Psalm 145:9 – The Lord is Good and Merciful. Hebrews 13:20-21 – You Are Equipped by God. Jeremiah 1:5 – You Are Known by God. Colossians 1:21-22 – Holy and Blameless Before God.

ਸੋਰਠਿ ਮਹਲਾ ੪ ॥ ਹਰਿ ਸਿਉ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਿ ਅੰਤਰੁ ਮਨੁ ਬੇਧਿਆ ਹਰਿ ਬਿਨੁ ਰਹਣੁ ਨ ਜਾਈ ॥ ਜਿਉ ਮਛੁਲੀ ਬਿਨੁ ਨੀਰੈ ਬਿਨਸੈ ਤਿਉ ਨਾਮੈ ਬਿਨੁ ਮਰਿ ਜਾਈ ॥੧॥ ਮੇਰੇ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਕਿਰਪਾ ਜਲੁ ਦੇਵਹੁ ਹਰਿ ਨਾਈ ॥ ਹਉ ਅੰਤਰਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਮੰਗਾ ਦਿਨੁ ਰਾਤੀ ਨਾਮੇ ਹੀ ਸਾਂਤਿ ਪਾਈ ॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ ਜਿਉ ਚਾਤ੍ਰਿਕੁ ਜਲ ਬਿਨੁ ਬਿਲਲਾਵੈ ਬਿਨੁ ਜਲ ਪਿਆਸ ਨ ਜਾਈ ॥ ਗੁਰਮੁਖਿ ਜਲੁ ਪਾਵੈ ਸੁਖ ਸਹਜੇ ਹਰਿਆ ਭਾਇ ਸੁਭਾਈ ॥੨॥ ਮਨਮੁਖ ਭੂਖੇ ਦਹ ਦਿਸ ਡੋਲਹਿ ਬਿਨੁ ਨਾਵੈ ਦੁਖੁ ਪਾਈ ॥ ਜਨਮਿ ਮਰੈ ਫਿਰਿ ਜੋਨੀ ਆਵੈ ਦਰਗਹਿ ਮਿਲੈ ਸਜਾਈ ॥੩॥ ਕ੍ਰਿਪਾ ਕਰਹਿ ਤਾ ਹਰਿ ਗੁਣ ਗਾਵਹ ਹਰਿ ਰਸੁ ਅੰਤਰਿ ਪਾਈ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੀਨ ਦਇਆਲ ਭਏ ਹੈ ਤ੍ਰਿਸਨਾ ਸਬਦਿ ਬੁਝਾਈ ॥੪॥੮॥ਅਰਥ: ਹੇ ਮੇਰੇ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ! ਮੈਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੀ) ਮੇਹਰ ਦਾ ਜਲ ਦੇਹ। ਹੇ ਹਰੀ! ਮੈਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੀ ਸਿਫ਼ਤਿ-ਸਾਲਾਹ ਦੀ ਦਾਤਿ ਦੇਹ। ਮੈਂ ਆਪਣੇ ਹਿਰਦੇ ਵਿਚ ਦਿਨ ਰਾਤ ਤੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ (ਹੀ) ਮੰਗਦਾ ਹਾਂ (ਕਿਉਂਕਿ ਤੇਰੇ) ਨਾਮ ਵਿਚ ਜੁੜਿਆਂ ਹੀ ਆਤਮਕ ਠੰਡ ਪ੍ਰਾਪਤ ਹੋ ਸਕਦੀ ਹੈ।ਰਹਾਉ।ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਨਾਲ ਪਿਆਰ ਦੀ ਰਾਹੀਂ ਜਿਸ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਦਾ ਹਿਰਦਾ ਜਿਸ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਦਾ ਮਨ ਵਿੱਝ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ, ਉਹ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ (ਦੀ ਯਾਦ) ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਰਹਿ ਨਹੀਂ ਸਕਦਾ। ਜਿਵੇਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਮੱਛੀ ਮਰ ਜਾਂਦੀ ਹੈ, ਤਿਵੇਂ ਉਹ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਦੇ ਨਾਮ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਆਪਣੀ ਆਤਮਕ ਮੌਤ ਆ ਗਈ ਸਮਝਦਾ ਹੈ।੧।ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਜਿਵੇਂ ਵਰਖਾ-ਜਲ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਪਪੀਹਾ ਵਿਲਕਦਾ ਹੈ, ਵਰਖਾ ਦੀ ਬੂੰਦ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨਾ ਉਸ ਦੀ ਤ੍ਰੇਹ ਨਹੀਂ ਮਿਟਦੀ, ਤਿਵੇਂ ਜੇਹੜਾ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਗੁਰੂ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਰਨ ਪੈਂਦਾ ਹੈ ਉਹ ਤਦੋਂ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਦੀ ਬਰਕਤਿ ਨਾਲ ਆਤਮਕ ਜੀਵਨ ਵਾਲਾ ਬਣਦਾ ਹੈ ਜਦੋਂ ਉਹ ਆਤਮਕ ਅਡੋਲਤਾ ਵਿਚ ਟਿਕ ਕੇ ਆਤਮਕ ਆਨੰਦ ਦੇਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਨਾਮ-ਜਲ (ਗੁਰੂ ਪਾਸੋਂ) ਹਾਸਲ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ।੨।ਹੇ ਭਾਈ! ਆਪਣੇ ਮਨ ਦੇ ਪਿੱਛੇ ਤੁਰਨ ਵਾਲੇ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਮਾਇਆ ਦੀ ਭੁੱਖ ਦੇ ਮਾਰੇ ਹੋਏ ਦਸੀਂ ਪਾਸੀਂ ਡੋਲਦੇ ਫਿਰਦੇ ਹਨ। ਮਨ ਦਾ ਮੁਰੀਦ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਦੇ ਨਾਮ ਤੋਂ ਖੁੰਝ ਕੇ ਦੁੱਖ ਪਾਂਦਾ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਉਹ ਜੰਮਦਾ ਹੈ ਮਰਦਾ ਹੈ, ਮੁੜ ਮੁੜ ਜੂਨਾਂ ਵਿਚ ਪਿਆ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ, ਪਰਮਾਤਮਾ ਦੀ ਦਰਗਾਹ ਵਿਚ ਉਸ ਨੂੰ (ਇਹ) ਸਜ਼ਾ ਮਿਲਦੀ ਹੈ।੩।ਹੇ ਹਰੀ! ਜੇ ਤੂੰ (ਆਪ) ਮੇਹਰ ਕਰੇਂ, ਤਾਂ ਹੀ ਅਸੀ ਜੀਵ ਤੇਰੀ ਸਿਫ਼ਤਿ-ਸਾਲਾਹ ਦੇ ਗੀਤ ਗਾ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਾਂ। (ਜਿਸ ਉੱਤੇ ਮੇਹਰ ਹੋਵੇ, ਉਹੀ ਮਨੁੱਖ) ਆਪਣੇ ਹਿਰਦੇ ਵਿਚ ਹਰਿ-ਨਾਮ ਦਾ ਸੁਆਦ ਅਨੁਭਵ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਹੇ ਨਾਨਕ! ਦੀਨਾਂ ਉਤੇ ਦਇਆ ਕਰਨ ਵਾਲਾ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਜਿਸ ਮਨੁੱਖ ਉੱਤੇ ਤ੍ਰੁੱਠਦਾ ਹੈ, ਗੁਰੂ ਦੇ ਸ਼ਬਦ ਦੀ ਰਾਹੀਂ ਉਸ ਦੀ (ਮਾਇਆ ਦੀ) ਤ੍ਰੇਹ ਬੁਝਾ ਦੇਂਦਾ ਹੈ।੪।੮।SORAT'H, FOURTH MEHL:The inner depths of my mind are pierced by love for the Lord; I cannot live without the Lord. Just as the fish dies without water, I die without the Lord's Name. || 1 || O my God, please bless me with the water of Your Name. I beg for Your Name, deep within myself, day and night; through the Name, I find peace. || Pause || The song-bird cries out for lack of water — without water, its thirst cannot be quenched. The Gurmukh obtains the water of celestial bliss, and is rejuvenated, blossoming forth through the blessed Love of the Lord. || 2 || The self-willed manmukhs are hungry, wandering around in the ten directions; without the Name, they suffer in pain. They are born, only to die, and enter into reincarnation again; in the Court of the Lord, they are punished. || 3 || But if the Lord shows His Mercy, then one comes to sing His Glorious Praises; deep within the nucleus of his own self, he finds the sublime essence of the Lord's elixir. The Lord has become Merciful to meek Nanak, and through the Word of the Shabad, his desires are quenched. || 4 || 8 ||

Today's Promise: Psalm 145:9 In this episode, we explore the powerful promise of Psalm 145:9 and discover the unchanging goodness of God. So many people view God as distant, harsh, and judgmental, but Scripture reveals a very different picture. God is good as part of His character. Everything He does flows from that goodness. His mercy reaches across all creation, and His love is deeply personal for each of His children.   God's goodness is seen in salvation, in daily blessings, and in the grace He pours into your life every single day. Even in difficult seasons, His goodness never changes because God never changes.   Take a moment to reflect on the ways God has been faithful to you. As you remember His goodness, your faith will grow, your joy will increase, and your heart will be encouraged to trust Him more fully today.

Preacher: Russell Horner

If your marriage would glorify God and would be a blessing to you and your spouse, your marriage should be characterized by mercy. Pastor Mitch will open the Bible to teach how our marriages can grow, marked by mercy across multiple areas.

Micah was a prophet of God, the same God that his audience worshipped. Yet there was a difference between how these two groups practiced their faith. Just as Micah's audience, we ought to be careful not to worship a god made from our own imagination, but instead worship God as revealed in scripture. The God of Micah is the God of Light, who is a Shepherd, who is Forgiving, Merciful, and Faithful. The God we worship will be evident by the fruit of our lives. What is your god like?

Matthew 5:7 – Merciful

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

If your marriage would glorify God and would be a blessing to you and your spouse, your marriage should be characterized by mercy. Pastor Mitch will open the Bible to teach how our marriages can grow, marked by mercy across multiple areas.

In this honest and hope-filled podcast interview, I sit down with Meghan, a full-time working mom of four who came into coaching completely burned out, exhausted, emotionally reactive, and stuck in constant frustration and anger.By the time she got home from work, she felt drained from poor boundaries, overwhelmed by unrealistic expectations, and trapped in negative thought patterns that were affecting both her peace and her relationship with her children. She had tried therapy and working on herself before, but still found herself reacting in ways she hated.Today, Meghan describes herself as a more accepting, lighthearted, merciful, joyful, and connected mom.In this episode, you'll hear:The breaking point that made her realize something needed to changeHow anger was affecting her relationship with her kidsThe unrealistic expectations and control issues fueling her reactionsWhat she tried before coaching that didn't create lasting changeThe tools and mindset shifts that helped her transformHow she experiences more joy, peace, and connection with her children todayIf you're exhausted from reacting…If you feel emotionally drained and overwhelmed…If you're tired of the guilt, anger, and disconnection…If you want to replace anger with joy and become the peaceful mom you know God is calling you to be…You don't have to stay stuck.Inside the Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program, you'll learn how to regulate your emotions, renew your mind, heal unhealthy patterns, and create a more peaceful, emotionally healthy home.Listen to related episodes:307. Calmer and More Patient in Only a Few Weeks- Nichole's Transformation (Homeschooling Mom of 7)314. “I Didn't Think I Could Change”… Real Wins From a Mom Who Stopped Yelling // Elizabeth's WinsListen to more transformational testimonials HERE.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Next Steps: 1. Watch FREE TRAINING: 5 Steps to Break free from Mom Rage Shame ⬇️2. Learn about Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program ⬇️3. BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION CALL if you are ready for support and accountability in overcoming damaging anger patterns. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~How to Be More Patient with Your Kids (So You're Not Screaming Over Spilled Milk)Leave a 5 star rating and review on the Podcast and email me (hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.com) a  screenshot of the REVIEW for free access the training or buy it HERE for $27.  Website: emotionallyhealthylegacy.comContact: hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.comQuestions? Form / Voice memo 

Now, what's interesting to me is the promise part of this beatitude: “Blessed are the merciful,” the ones who show mercy, “FOR THEY WILL BE SHOWN MERCY.” Jesus kind of gives us a mathematical equation of sorts where mercy received will be equal to mercy given. Essentially Jesus is saying that God is merciful and we should be like that. People who show mercy are acting like God. But also … the people who show mercy to others are the ones who get mercy from God. That's scary to me. And I think if you can be honest with yourself and your ability to be merciful, this should also scare you. You may even join me in hoping that this one isn't true. Because it also feels like Jesus is saying those who aren't merciful won't experience mercy. If there's any part of you that has come to the right conclusion that you need mercy from God … but you also look at your own life and recognize your lack of mercy … then this verse should terrify you. Because it feels like there is a direct correlation. Mercy received is equal to mercy given. The penalties that you withhold from the people in your life become the measure of penalties that are withheld for you from God. Does Jesus really mean that? Is this how God works?

If your marriage would glorify God and would be a blessing to you and your spouse, your marriage should be characterized by mercy. Pastor Mitch will open the Bible to teach how our marriages can grow, marked by mercy across multiple areas.

What if the relationship should have been over but God still said, ‘Come back'? Jeremiah 3 is one of Scripture's boldest portraits of grace. In the middle of betrayal, failure, and spiritual adultery, God does not close the door; He calls His people home.Be Blessed and enjoy!Please follow, like and share our podcast with a friend or family member!

Colossians 1:9-14 (NKJV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the kingdom into which God has transferred His people as the fulfillment of God's promise to the Messiah in Psalm 2.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=25415The 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/  

Episode 294 - Be Merciful As Your Father Have you ever wanted to forgive, but just couldn't seem to get there? This week, the friars reflect on the call to "be merciful as your Father is merciful" and the real, often slow journey of forgiveness. They unpack the tension of holding pain while still being invited into mercy and how forgiveness isn't something we force, but something we receive and grow into over time. Through the lens of the older son, they explore what it means to stay close to the Father, to "borrow" His heart, and to take small, honest steps toward healing, even when it's hard. Join us as we discover how God meets us in our wounds and gently leads us into freedom, one step at a time. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you! Join the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in Rome and Assisi:  https://www.ctscentral.net/travel-tours/an-immersive-franciscan-retreat-to-rome-and-assisi Get your own copy of the Prodigal Son prints https://spiritjuice.shop/collections/poco-a-poco/products/print-coming-home https://visualgrace.org/coming-home-product-page

In this episode of Outlander Cast, Mary & Blake go through your listener feedback for Outlander Season 8 Episode 6, "Blessed Are the Merciful." And yes — a few clear themes emerged. A lot of listeners felt this was the strongest episode of the season so far, with huge praise for Jamie giving the land to the wives, Rachel's emotional strength, and the show finally feeling a little more like old-school Outlander again. At the same time, there was one near-universal opinion: the Roger and Bree sex scene did not work for basically anyone. We also get into: why Hiram Crombie might actually be the original bad penny why Rachel won a lot of people over in this episode why Swiftest of Lizards and Rollo's grandpuppy stole hearts why some listeners think the women carried the whole hour and why the fandom is very much still side-eyeing Amaranthus Plus: voicemails from all over, a great theory about Master Raymond, one delightful challenge about convincing a new viewer to keep watching Outlander, and a whole lot of love from the Nerd Clan. Spoiler warning: this episode contains full spoilers for Outlander Season 8 Episode 6, "Blessed Are the Merciful." We are spoiler free for the books, but not for the TV series. Slàinte Mhath. 

In this episode of Outlander Cast, Mary & Blake break down Outlander Season 8 Episode 6, "Blessed Are the Merciful." This is the first episode in a while that feels like the season stops simmering and starts to boil. We talk about why Jamie's mercy is not softness, why keeping Cunningham alive turns him into a living warning, and why giving the land to the wives is the smartest move in the episode. We also get into Rachel's emotional generosity, Roger's too-neat revelation, William and Ben's messy showdown, and why Major Ferguson now feels like the real storm on the horizon. We also discuss: - why this all somehow goes back to The Godfather - why Jamie's choice works because both options are good and bad - why Rachel may quietly be the MVP of the hour - why the Roger and Bree intimacy scene absolutely did not work for us - and why mercy, in this episode, feels more like pressure than peace Spoiler warning: this episode contains full spoilers for Outlander Season 8 Episode 6, "Blessed Are the Merciful." We are spoiler free for the books, but not for the TV series. Subscribe and follow us at MaryandBlake.com and support the show at JoinTheNerdClan.com. Slàinte Mhath.