Podcasts about messengers

“For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts.” (1 Thessalonians 2:4 NLT) As believers, we have the sacred trust of the gospel message. Jesus has given us our command: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone. Anyone who believes and is baptized will be saved. But anyone who refuses to believe will be condemned” (Mark 16:15–16 NLT). That’s another worthwhile cost of following Christ: the responsibility of sharing His Good News with others. Every believer is called to do it. Every Christian is tasked with getting the gospel message out. In his letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul mentions “the glorious Good News entrusted to me by our blessed God” (1 Timothy 1:11 NLT). Emphasizing the sacred trust of the gospel again in 1 Thessalonians 2:4, he wrote, “For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts” (NLT). Here’s what that means. As Christians, we all have the same gospel. And we each must ask ourselves the question, “How am I getting the gospel out?” It doesn’t matter how other people are getting the gospel out. That’s their responsibility. What matters is how we’re doing it. That’s our call as followers of Jesus, and it’s one we can’t ignore. Too much depends on our obedience. We need to think about our family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, and others in our sphere of influence and ask, “Am I getting the gospel out to these people in a way that’s clear, concise, and impactful?” Jesus sees exactly how diligent we are in carrying out our sacred responsibility. In the last chapter of the New Testament, He says, “Look, I am coming soon, bringing my reward with me to repay all people according to their deeds” (Revelation 22:12 NLT). That reward will be directly connected to how faithful we are in this life. Often, we place far too much stock in this life alone. We act as though everything that’s going to happen happens here. Of course, a lot of significant things do happen in this life. The most important decision we will ever make happens in this life: the decision about what we do with Jesus Christ. But we mustn’t let the things in this life distract us from our responsibility regarding the next life. Paul framed the urgency of our mission perfectly when he wrote, “But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them? And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent? That is why the Scriptures say, ‘How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news!’” (Romans 10:14–15 NLT). Our faithfulness here will result in rewards there—in Heaven, and when Heaven comes to earth, when we go home. Reflection question: What does faithfulness to the gospel message look like in your life? Harvest Crusade tickets are fully claimed—but it’s not too late to participate and witness what God does on July 11. Invite your loved ones to watch online with you and make sure you join the waitlist in case more tickets become available. — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 23: Angelology | #1 – God's MessengersNEW! Watch us ONLINE! Click here!SHOW NOTES:Today, Walk with God begins a new season – Angelology. Angels are God's messengers. They are created beings, and we are not to worship them. Jesus acknowledged their existence and spoke about them during His earthly ministry.“Do you think I cannot call on my Father, and He will at once put at My disposal more than twelve legions of angels?”Matthew 26:53 Angels are mentioned in 34 books of the Bible, more than 275 times. The most common Hebrew word for “angel” in the Old Testament is מַלְאָךְ (mal'akh). The most common Greek word for “angel” in the New Testament is ἄγγελος (angelos).Angels are supernatural, celestial beings who serve as intermediaries between the divine and humanity. They act as messengers, guardians, and warriors of God's will.SONG: You Could Have Called for Angels - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1Yqsx7Qp1M&list=RDp1Yqsx7Qp1M&start_radio=1

Rethink Mission is a historically grounded podcast hosted by Dr. Mike Brown that reexamines early Christianity by beginning with lived communities, shared memory, and received tradition rather than later institutions or isolated texts. Focusing on what the series calls primitive Christian mission, the podcast challenges popular skeptical narratives that portray Christianity as a late textual invention or a belief system fabricated through copying and doctrinal manipulation. Drawing on early Christian writings, archaeological evidence, and historical method, the series argues that Christian belief and worship preceded the New Testament texts and that these writings functioned as occasional documents addressing real communities that already shared a coherent faith. Episodes explore the role of communal memory, apostolic authority, early creeds, and high Christology, showing that core Christian convictions—such as the worship of Jesus as Lord, belief in the resurrection, and continuity with Jewish Scripture—were established very early and received rather than invented by figures like Paul. By integrating theology, history, and philosophy, Rethink Mission offers listeners a disciplined alternative to both naïve faith and reductionist skepticism, inviting a deeper understanding of how Christianity emerged, spread, and sustained itself in the ancient world. Episode 21: Messengers

The sermon presents a Christ-centered, biblically faithful proclamation of the kingdom of God, emphasizing that every believer is a messenger of the King with the responsibility to deliver the unaltered message of salvation through Jesus Christ. Drawing from a survey of key preaching events in the Book of Acts, it highlights that the core message consistently centers on the historical saving events of Christ's life, death, resurrection, ascension, and future return as judge, rather than diluted or sentimentalized themes like 'God loves you.' The preacher underscores that the message is not about human effort or emotional appeal, but about repentance, divine judgment, and salvation through faith in Christ alone, as demonstrated by Peter, Paul, and Philip in diverse contexts. The absence of the word 'love' in Acts is not a denial of God's love, but a reminder that the gospel's power lies in its truth, not its sentimentality. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to be faithful, accurate, and bold proclaimers of the full biblical message, grounded in Scripture and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Your gastrointestinal tract is home to hundreds of bacterial species that play essential roles in digestion and metabolism. As this field of research expands it is becoming increasingly clear that these microbes influence systems beyond the gut: they can even impact brain functioning. These effects were once thought to occur indirectly over the span of minutes to hours through complex chemical signaling pathways. Over the past 15 years, however, scientists have discovered that gut bacteria can communicate directly with the brain via the nervous system, transmitting signals in a matter of seconds and reshaping how we understand the gut–brain axis. This week, we're joined by Kevin Rice, a fourth-year PhD candidate in the Department of Microbiology, co-advised by Dr. Maude David and Dr. Kenton Hokanson. Kevin's research focuses on how human gut cells interact with neurons and the role that the microbiome may play in influencing neurodevelopmental disorders. Through his work across both Microbiology and Biochemistry & Biophysics, he combines computational approaches with neuroscience techniques to better understand the big impact our microbial communities can have on human health. Tune in this Sunday, June 7th at 7 PM to hear Kevin talk about how pursuing scientific questions has shaped his perspective on what constitutes a worthwhile career and the implications of his work in understanding neurodevelopmental disorders.

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What if everything you've been taught to believe about UFOs is a calculated lie? In Part 1 of our explosive two-part series, Alien Agenda, we tear down the mainstream narrative and dive headfirst into the brilliant, unsettling mind of legendary ufologist  Jacques Vallee and his seminal work, Messengers of Deception who has been on  @joerogan   We explore the chilling philosophical reality of the phenomenon: that UFOs may not be hardware from distant planets like podcasters  @JeremyCorbell   and George Knapp posit, but a sophisticated, interdimensional control system manipulating human consciousness, belief systems, and global politics. Are we being conditioned by an unknown entity? Is the disclosure movement a massive psychological operation? Other shows such as  @TheGoodTroubleShow    and  @CurieusCosmos    have investigated this phenomenon, but now it's  @TheSoulTrap 's turn.Grab your headphones and prepare to look at the sky—and our reality, forget what  @StarTalk thinks about the universe and see it for what it actually is... prepare to think differently.#UFO #JacquesVallee #MessengersOfDeception #AlienAgenda #UAPDisclosure #PsyOp #Interdimensional #ConspiracyTheory #ParanormalPodcast #MatrixUnpluggedhttps://www.thesoultrap.com/Podcast: https://thesoultrap.buzzsprout.com/Support the show

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Do you recognise Him?God usually approaches man in forms which cloak His Divinity. It is important to penetrate His disguises, so You will not miss out on who He really is!Support the show

In this second special episode of Dice Company, the gang playtest the new games system from Darrington Press - Daggerheart and their Quickstart Adventure. Perfect for fans of Critical Role, Dungeons & Daddies, and The Adventure Zone. This episode uses the Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure: The Sablewood Messengers, published by Darrington Press. Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure Lead Designer: Spenser Starke Additional Designers: Rowan Hall & Mike Underwood Senior Games Producer: Elise Rezendes Junior Games Producers: Madigan Hunt & Alex Teplitz Artists: Shaun Ellis & Pao Yong Layout: Matt Paquette & Co. Archivist: Dani Gage Head of Darrington Press: Ivan Van Norman Creative Director: Travis Willingham

Jeff presents a lesson from the past that was first brought forth by Winford Claiborne, our speaker of IGH from 1995-2014. Looking through the scriptures, God’s message has always been and will always be for man’s good, but there are those that hate the message and sadly the messenger. May this broadcast remind us of the power of God’s message and renew the messengers.

Jeff presents a lesson from the past that was first brought forth by Winford Claiborne, our speaker of IGH from 1995-2014. Looking through the scriptures, God's message has always been and will always be for man's good, but there are those that hate the message and sadly the messenger. May this broadcast remind us of the power of God's message and renew the messengers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1561/29?v=20251111

In our series through the book of 2 Peter, Pastor Dan Burrell digs into 2 Peter 2:10-22 to address the clash of our faith with false teachings in the world and Christian circles today.  

In this first special episode of Dice Company, the gang playtest the new games system from Darrington Press - Daggerheart and their Quickstart Adventure. Perfect for fans of Critical Role, Dungeons & Daddies, and The Adventure Zone. This episode uses the Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure: The Sablewood Messengers, published by Darrington Press. Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure Lead Designer: Spenser Starke Additional Designers: Rowan Hall & Mike Underwood Senior Games Producer: Elise Rezendes Junior Games Producers: Madigan Hunt & Alex Teplitz Artists: Shaun Ellis & Pao Yong Layout: Matt Paquette & Co. Archivist: Dani Gage Head of Darrington Press: Ivan Van Norman Creative Director: Travis Willingham

The Church's Expanding Global Identity & $25M UNICEF Donation The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated $25 million to UNICEF's Child Nutrition Fund (CNF), a global initiative aimed at preventing and treating childhood malnutrition. • Doubled Impact: Thanks to a matching challenge announced in 2025, the Church’s donation will generate an additional $25 million, bringing the total financial impact to $50 million. • Target & Scope: The contribution is part of an ongoing partnership with UNICEF that began in 2013. The funds will support nutritional programs for mothers and young children—specifically targeting areas like the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, the Philippines, and Sierra Leone—with the broader goal of helping the fund reach 320 million women and children annually by 2030. The First Presidency Tours the New Humanitarian Center Ahead of Dedication This facility is part of the Church's effort to follow the second great commandment: “Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” On Friday, May 22, 2026, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints toured the Church's new Humanitarian Center in Salt Lake City, ahead of its upcoming dedication. Purpose: Built to support the commandment to “love thy neighbour,” the center serves a dual purpose: providing job training, language courses, and employment counseling to help individuals overcome employment barriers, while also preparing and distributing global humanitarian supplies. Public Open House: Runs from June 1 through July 23, 2026 (Monday–Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.). Visitors can participate in hands-on service, such as assembling kits or sorting clothes. Attendance: Visitors are encouraged to schedule a time via the Temple Square app or by calling 801-240-5954, though walk-ins are welcome. Harvard Global Flourishing Study Compares Latter-day Saints Internationally The recently released Harvard Global Human Flourishing Study, which surveyed over 200,000 people across 22 countries, reveals that religious service attendance is globally linked to higher levels of overall well-being—and Latter-day Saints are no exception. When analyzing the U.S. data, the study found that Latter-day Saints scored highly on the overall “flourishing index” (which measures happiness, health, meaning, character, relationships, and financial stability), while those with no religious affiliation scored the lowest. • Highest Church Attendance: Latter-day Saints reported the highest rate of weekly religious service attendance at 65%, outperforming Evangelicals (59%) and Pentecostals (53%). • Mental Health and Happiness: The group demonstrated remarkably low levels of depression (8.5%) compared to atheists and agnostics (19%). Additionally, 30% of Latter-day Saints reported being “highly happy,” which is roughly double the rate of those distant from faith. • Family and Spiritual Support: Latter-day Saints reported the highest rates of feeling loved by their mother (94%) and father (90%) while growing up. Furthermore, 89% reported finding immense strength and comfort from their religion. • The Challenge of Community Criticism: On the flip side, 11% of Latter-day Saints reported feeling that their religious community was critical of them. While this number is statistically identical to other high-expectation faiths (like Baptists and Evangelicals), the article notes it highlights an ongoing need for the culture to shift from judgment to Christlike love, a priority recently emphasized by Church leadership. Diplomatic Relations: Elder Bednar Meets With the President of Chile Elder David A. Bednar, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, held an official meeting with Chilean President José Antonio Kast at the La Moneda Presidential Palace on Monday, May 18, 2026. • Core Topics: The discussion centered on strengthening families, supporting youth, protecting religious freedom, and fostering cooperation between governments and faith communities. • Church Initiatives: Elder Bednar highlighted several Church programs designed to help the rising generation develop faith, purpose, and practical skills. These included the For the Strength of Youth program, various youth service and leadership experiences, and the BYU–Pathway Worldwide educational program. Women Leaders Discuss Discipleship and Service at Annual Luncheon On Monday, May 11, 2026, roughly 200 current and former women leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered for their annual emeritus luncheon at the Church Office Building in Salt Lake City. The meeting brought together past and present general presidencies and advisory councils from the Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society organizations to discuss discipleship, service, and organizational updates. • Young Women Age-Group Names: Leaders discussed the spiritual meaning behind the newly introduced Young Women age-group names. Former Young Women General President Elaine S. Dalton praised the change, noting that the titles—Builders of Faith (ages 12–13), Messengers of Hope (ages 14–15), and Gatherers of Light (ages 16–17)—give young women a strong identity rooted directly in Jesus Christ. • Enduring Sisterhood: Attendees, including 93-year-old Joy Sansom (who served on the Young Women general board from 1961 to 1972), celebrated the lifelong bonds, shared memories, and enduring sense of community fostered by their years of joint church service.  Bishops and Youth: One-on-One Ministering Supports Better Relationships During a recent Instagram Live broadcast, the Young Men General Presidency addressed the common question of whether ward-level Young Men presidencies—discontinued in 2020—will ever return. Led by General President Timothy L. Farnes and his counselors, Brother David J. Wunderli and Brother Sean R. Dixon, the presidency clarified that the change is permanent and explained the spiritual and structural reasons behind keeping the responsibility on local bishoprics. Church Communications Releases Inside Look Video of Provo MTC With the rise in full-time missionary applications and the creation of more missions worldwide, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has produced a video offering prospective missionaries and their families an inside look at how missionaries are trained. The 21-minute video, titled “What It's Really Like at the Missionary Training Center,” was released on YouTube on May 17. short, fun, and heartfelt interviews with missionaries. Volunteers and Performers Needed for Salt Lake Temple Celebration SALT LAKE CITY— Temple Square volunteer applications are opening ahead of the highly anticipated Salt Lake Temple Celebration and the LDS Church Visitors' Center opening, where the SLC Temple open house reservation date will be announced. Temple Square is seeking “exceptional volunteers who want to help guests feel welcomed, supported, and inspired throughout the celebration.” • When to Apply: Volunteer applications will be available starting in June 2026. When the application window opens, Temple Square will share the link and additional details for the application process.. • Eligibility & Shifts: Volunteer roles are open to anyone 16 years old and older from all backgrounds and experience levels, with some assignments requiring specific skills. Some roles are able to accommodate accessibility needs. Volunteers are asked to serve for a minimum of eight weeks. Most roles require standing for many hours. Shifts will last between three and four hours. A variety of shifts are available for people to choose from, but specific roles and requirements will be announced in June. • Performers Needed: In addition to general assignments, Temple Square is in need of specialized performers for the celebration. Some experiences will include opportunities for young musicians, vocalists, or cultural performers. Details will be shared as plans develop. The post Salt Lake Temple Performers Needed! AoN 1044 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

In this episode, we hear words of consolation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 251, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’, the verse relates a significant historic incident involving hostilities between the north and south of ancient India. தூதும் சென்றன; தோளும் செற்றும்;ஓதி ஒண் நுதல் பசலையும் மாயும்;வீங்கு இழை நெகிழச் சாஅய், செல்லலொடுநாம் படர் கூரும் அருந் துயர் கேட்பின்,நந்தன் வெறுக்கை எய்தினும், மற்று அவண்தங்கலர் வாழி, தோழி! வெல் கொடித்துனை கால் அன்ன புனை தேர்க் கோசர்தொல் மூதாலத்து அரும் பணைப் பொதியில்,இன் இசை முரசம் கடிப்பு இகுத்து இரங்க,தெம் முனை சிதைத்த ஞான்றை, மோகூர்பணியாமையின், பகை தலைவந்தமா கெழு தானை வம்ப மோரியர்புனை தேர் நேமி உருளிய குறைத்தஇலங்கு வெள் அருவிய அறை வாய் உம்பர்,மாசு இல் வெண் கோட்டு அண்ணல் யானைவாயுள் தப்பிய, அருங் கேழ் வயப் புலிமா நிலம் நெளியக் குத்தி, புகலொடுகாப்பு இல வைகும் தேக்கு அமல் சோலைநிரம்பா நீள் இடைப் போகி,அரம் போழ் அவ் வளை நிலை நெகிழ்த்தோரே. In this trip to the familiar drylands, we take a detour to observe the path of hostile armies, as we listen to the confidante say these words to the lady, when the man continues to remain parted away, having left in search of wealth: “Messengers have gone thither; Thinning arms shall recover; Pallor that spreads on the shining forehead, hemmed by tresses, shall disappear; If he hears of the deep sorrow that spreads in you, making you lose your health and causing your thick ornaments to slip away, even if he were to attain the wealth of Nandan, he will not choose to remain there! May you live long, my friend! Wielding wind-like, well-etched chariots, fluttering with victorious flags, the Kosars ruined the battlefields of enemies, as the sweet-sounding drums thundered and roared amidst the common grounds, spreading with the thick branches of the ancient banyan tree. At this time, as Mokoor refused to submit to them, the Mauryas arrived with their huge armies to rout the enmity, and to ensure the wheels of their etched chariots roll on, they carved paths through mountains, flowing with shining, white cascades. Beyond those mountain paths, a strong tiger, with a radiant hue, which had previously escaped the attack of an esteemed elephant with flawless white tusks, is now gored, making the wide land to break apart into pits, and where that elephant, removed from its protective herd, now resides with arrogance, amidst the jungle interspersed with teak trees. Though he has left to these uninhabited long paths, making your beautiful shell bangles, carved by a saw, slip away, he shall stay not there and shall return to you soon!” Time to take a stroll amidst those barren spaces and learn more! The confidante opens the conversation by talking about how their messengers have left to where the man was, and because of that the sad happenings in the lady’s life, such as her thinning arms and spreading pallor, would be reversed. The confidante says this because she’s convinced that once the man hears of the lady’s sorrowful state, even if one were to tempt him with as much wealth as someone then named ‘Nandan’, he would not choose to remain where he was. Then she goes on to describe where the man is at now, and to do that, she talks of how the Mauryas had waged war on the south, and the Kosars had chosen to rise in their support. At this time, the Tamil king of Mokoor refused to accept their subjugation. To quell this dissent, the Mauryas themselves had decided to come south, and to do that, they carved paths through the mountains so that their chariots could roll on unimpeded. Now the confidante connects saying the man walks beyond those carved mountainous paths, and here a tiger is attacked by the sharp tusk of an elephant, which roves alone, without its herd. The confidante concludes with the words that though the man had gone to such far places, making the saw-cut, shell bangles of the lady to slip away, he would not remain there for long, and would be back in the lady’s fold.  The striking thing in this verse is the mention of the conflict between kings in the north and south of India, even in ancient times. Though the details are sketchy and the focus seems to be more on the roads laid by the Mauryas to come south, it does give a hint of the hostilities of the past. Another subtle reference here is to the saw-cut, shell bangles, in a taken for granted away, but this has current-day implications in the excavation of many such bangles from both the Indus Valley sites in Gujarat as well as Sangam era sites such as Vembakottai in Tamil Nadu, revealing the presence of a nuanced industry to produce decorated bangles from conch shells. Yet again, simple words of consolation throw the spotlight on significant events around trade and war in the ancient world!

“Many believe that we, in this century,” writes Ethel Rosenberg, “ are witnessing the dawn of a new spiritual epoch or era. A renewal of the Spirit is making itself felt in the Churches and in the religious and social life of all lands. This is in harmony with the teachings of the Bahais, and of their Great Leaders, now represented by Abdul Baha the ‘Servant of God,' known to the outside world as Abbas Effendi. Once again, the Light is shining forth from that land which may indeed be called the Holy Land: for have not its valleys and hills been trodden from the beginning by the feet of those great Messengers inspired of God—Abraham, Elijah, and last and greatest, Jesus of Nazareth? Is it strange that once more in this century of ours, in this ‘cradle of the race,' those that were sitting “in darkness have seen a Great Light,” the light of the Sun of Righteousness that rises with healing in his wings?”Ethel Jenner Rosenberg (1858-1930) was a prominent British Bahá'í, having been introduced to the Bahá'í Faith in 1899 by Mary Thornburgh-Cropper. She published two booklets on the Bahá'í Faith, of which “A Brief Account of the Bahai Movement” was one. She also presented a paper on the Bahá'í Faith at the International Congress for the History of Religions in 1908. She assisted Laura Clifford Barney in compiling Some Answered Questions and Lady Blomfield in compiling Paris Talks. She began to learn Persian and assisted Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith, in translating the Hidden Words of Bahá'u'lláh. She was described by Shoghi Effendi as ‘England's pioneer worker'. (Introduction by Nicholas James Bridgewater)Genre(s): Other religionsLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): religion (744), Bahai (11), Bahá'í (10), Bahá'í (5), Bahá'í Faith (5), 'Abdu'l-Bahá (3), Abdul-Baha (3), Bahai Movement (2), brief account (1), Ethel Rosenberg (1), Bahá'u'lláh (1)

In Matthew 10:16–23, Jesus prepares His messengers for inevitable hostility by calling them to wise discernment, Spirit-dependent confidence, and faithful endurance to the end. The King's Messengers must:

This training walks you through the process of securing and delivering policy support from county commissioners on both sides of the aisle and provides specific examples of CCL volunteer success stories with community leaders in Montana. We'll also talk about identifying and connecting with trusted messengers and why it's effective and efficient to start with the ones in your direct network. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (3:18) What Is A Trusted Messenger? (4:25) Why County Commissioners? (12:48) How To Build A Strategy To Get Letters (20:00 ) Case Study: Montana (29:27) Taking Action Presentation Slides: https://cclusa.org/county-commissioner-slides    CCL Training Event: https://community.citizensclimate.org/events/item/24/20756  Trusted Messenger Letter Templates: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/201  Log Your Training: https://community.citizensclimate.org/log_training?sf_id=a5y8X0000005xY2QAI 

2026-04-28 I Inquiry I Merciful Messengers I Suzanne Kilkus by Appamada

This session of the SKSG took place in Ndoumbi from 23rd - 30th April 2026. During this session, some brethren shared their testimonies, some directives given and Brother Theodore focused his teaching on the power of God's word in building ministry and building men.

4/26/26. Five Minutes in the Word scriptures for today: Galatians 2:7. Different Messengers, Same Message. Resources: biblehub.com; logos.com; ChatGPT; Copilot. Listen daily at 10:00 am CST on https://kingdompraiseradio.com Podcast website: https://www.hwscott.net/podcast.php YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@hhwscott LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! #MinutesWord; @MinutesWord; #dailybiblestudy #dailydevotional #Christian_podcaster

11. Guest: Eric Cline. Using social network analysis, Cline maps connections between Bronze Age rulers, identifying messengers as critical "power brokers". He notes the difficulty of identifying specific Pharaohs in the letters. Finally, he discusses the archaeological significance of Byblos and the need for future excavations once regional peace allows. 111924 HOLLYWOOD AND VINE

The First Presidency announced new names for Young Women age groups on Monday, April 20, and young women around the world reacted quickly to the news.As those young women learn about and begin to embrace the new names of Builders of Faith, Messengers of Hope, and Gatherers of Light, the Young Women general presidency of the Church rejoices with them.In this episode of the Church News podcast, special guest host Sarah Jane Weaver, Church News executive editor, speaks with Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman and her counselors, Sister Tamara W. Runia and Sister Andrea Muñoz Spannaus.Together, they discuss the doctrinal meaning behind each of the three names and the celebrations they hope will take place across the globe. They also explain the divine identity that these new names can help young women feel as they learn about Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation and Jesus Christ and His Atonement. The Church News Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe. Hosts Jon Ryan Jensen, editor of the Church News, and Church News reporter Mary Richards share unique views of the stories, events, and people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by Rex Warner.

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

In Matthew 10:16–23, Jesus prepares His messengers for inevitable hostility by calling them to wise discernment, Spirit-dependent confidence, and faithful endurance to the end.

In Matthew 10:16–23, Jesus prepares His messengers for inevitable hostility by calling them to wise discernment, Spirit-dependent confidence, and faithful endurance to the end.

When my boys are scared at night, I'm teaching them to train their minds to be kept on good things - that way they can't think about the bad things! One of their favorite things to think about is heaven. What is heaven going to be like? What will we do there? This week we are going to learn what the Prophet Isaiah has to say about heaven. There are some wonderful descriptions, it's more than just harps and clouds! Year B Quarter 2 Week 17All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: Rejoice Ye Pure in HeartWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Us:Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: JonathanPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com

What does it look like to follow Jesus honestly… even when your story is messy? In this episode, Heath sits down with Darren Mulligan of We Are Messengers for a conversation about faith that doesn't pretend, struggles that don't disqualify you, and the grace of God that meets you right where you are. Darren shares openly from his own journey—how God met him in broken places and continues to shape his life, his family, and his music.This conversation is a reminder that you don't have to clean yourself up before coming to God—you just have to come. Darren talks about surrender, identity, and what it means to live with authenticity in your relationship with Jesus. If you've ever felt like your past, your doubts, or your struggles make you “less than,” this conversation will encourage you with the truth that God is still at work—and He's not finished with your story.

Auto-generated transcript: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. And peace and blessings be upon the honor of the Prophet and the Messengers. Muhammad and the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, and upon his companions, peace and… Continue reading How to live in tough times – 2

Auto-generated transcript: In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. And peace and blessings be upon the honour of the Prophets and Messengers, Muhammad and the Messenger of Allahﷻ, peace and blessings be upon him and his family and his companions. Peace and blessings… Continue reading Our relationship with Rasoolullahﷺ – 3

Have you ever had a moment where something in nature stopped you in your tracks — and you just knew it meant something? Not because you could explain it… But because you felt it. These are the kinds of moments that stop you — even briefly — and make you pay attention. Joining Nichole Bigley for this listener episode is intuitive medium Heather Danielle. Heather was previously on A Psychic's Story Episode 101: Signs, where she shared her perspective on recognizing and understanding signs. In this episode, Nichole Bigley and Heather Danielle explore real-life experiences of animals, birds, and insects showing up at just the right time — often carrying a deeper sense of meaning, comfort, or connection.  Nichole and Heather share listener stories that reveal how these moments unfold:  When Andreina H. asked for a sign and came face-to-face with a deer in a moment that felt anything but random. How Nikki L. experienced two mourning doves appearing at the exact moment of her stepmother's passing, bringing a sense of peace and connection. When Thea L. witnessed an unexpected gathering of ladybugs during a time of personal alignment and life changes. How Lisa Rusczyk shares a story of angelic healing connected to a beloved animal. And finally, how Emily C. experienced a bumblebee encounter that felt like a clear and timely sign. Each of these stories is different. But they all point to something deeper. That connection can show up in the physical world. That signs don't always arrive in obvious ways. And that what we feel in those moments… matters. If you have a question or a true spiritual or supernatural story to share, call 1-800-880-1881 or email an audio clip to contact@apsychicsstory.com. To learn more about Heather, visit her website or follow her on Instagram or Facebook. To connect with Nichole, schedule a 1:1 session or join The Psychic Club go to apsychicsstory.com. If you're interested in the Angelic Academy, you can sign up HERE. If you feel called to do energy healing work and go deeper, Nichole Bigley is leading an in-person Energy Healing Retreat & Certification, Awakening the Healer Within, April 10–12, 2026. If you'd like to further support the podcast, please subscribe to it and/or:  FOLLOW @apsychicsstory on Instagram.  BOOK a session with Nichole. SIGN-UP to the newsletter for updates. JOIN Patreon for exclusive, ad-free content.  BECOME A MEMBER of the Psychic Club. Thanks to you, A Psychic's Story is a #1 spiritual and psychic podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with someone who would benefit from hearing it or leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. Your support helps others to discover A Psychic's Story and for us to continue to create meaningful content. This podcast is intended to inspire you on your personal journey to inner peace. The podcast host, co-hosts, or guests are not psychologists or medical doctors and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're tilling the fertile soil of conversation for yet another 2009 sequel as we talk about Messengers 2: The Scarecrow. You'll hear us ponder about what The Messengers must have been about, which you can now listen to on our Patreon to find out what we learned, the back and forth we both had about whether or not the ghosts of this movie are ghosts, and a general admiration we have for the solid effort this movie attempts to make towards making an actual movie. Thanks to our monthly supporters Matt and Vicki S Kate Lampe Daniel Prudhoe Andrew Pangle Steve Weiss Matthew Aldrich Edward Lankford Heather Sahami

Auto-generated transcript: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. And peace and blessings be upon the honour of the Prophets and Messengers. Muhammad Rasulullah ﷺ. Tasliman kathiran kathira. Fama ba’du. My brothers and sisters, we were talking about the issue of… Continue reading Our relationship with Allah – 3

In this episode of InnerViews, Ivory speaks with Tashaun Sudlow and Sarah Robinson about youth voice, credible messengers, and community-led change in Brooklyn. Through artivism and coalition-building, they explore how young people transform lived experience into advocacy, healing, and action. This conversation highlights the power of storytelling as both resistance and restoration.

Auto-generated transcript: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. And peace and blessings be upon the Prophet and the Messengers. Muhammad and the Messenger of Allahﷻ, peace and blessings be upon him and upon his family and his companions. Peace… Continue reading Parameters of success

Psalm 37:32-40, Numbers 22:21-23:26, Luke 6:37-7:10. In the New Testament, ‘*the message*' is a synonym for ‘*the gospel*' (see Acts 2:41; 4:4; 10:44 and so on) Our task is both *to hear* this message and *to declare* it to others (1 John 1:5)

Psalm 37:34-40, Numbers 22:22-35, Luke 6:37-49,7:2-8. In the New Testament, ‘*the message*' is a synonym for ‘*the gospel*' (see Acts 2:41; 4:4; 10:44 and so on) Our task is both *to hear* this message and *to declare* it to others (1 John 1:5)

You can send a text, include contact info to get a response. Before the 1807 attack on Denmark, Napoleon gave an ultimatum to Denmark, to Talleyrand's horror btw.  The ultimatum was for Denmark to turn over their fleet.  But before the deadline for the French ultimatum passed the British invaded, which obviously required months of preparation beforehand.  The British, warned by intelligence, that was remarkably accurate, were able to act.  The question of whether it was the wisest action is a separate question.While focusing on intelligence around the French Navy, the episode covers the Post Office packet system and the King's Messengers, the problems Napoleon had with subordinates lying to him, or telling him what he wanted to hear and the problems of intelligence in faraway waters.There are a couple insights you might not otherwise hear. 1) That British intelligence within Napoleon's realm was so successful that it was also confused by the lies generated within the Napoleonic system.2) The failed Pichegru plot could be said to have worked for Britain, by kicking off the War of the 3rd Coalition and Napoleon's Glory Years, the threat of invasion was lifted for Britain at the price of French dominance over Central Europe.

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SPONSORS: 1) MOOD: Get 20% off your first order of federally legal, hemp-derived cannabis gummies, flower, edibles, and more at https://mood.com with code JULIAN. Ships discreetly to your door and backed by a 100-day satisfaction guarantee (****TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Sonny Faz is a YouTuber, Streamer and Muslim. Bek Lover is also a YouTuber, Streamer and Muslim. JOIN PATREON FOR EARLY UNCENSORED EPISODE RELEASES: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey CLIPPERS DISCORD: https://discord.gg/8QmWEKJ3BT SONNY's LINKS: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@SonnyFazio IG: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyfaz/?hl=en X: https://x.com/NotSonnyFaz BEK's LINKS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/beklovernyc/ X: https://x.com/BekLoverNYC FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY IG: https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://x.com/juliandorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 0:00 - Epstein, John McCain's Wife, System Broken 10:14 - Insane Emails, Spiritual Satanic Warfare, Taxes, The Divide 21:13 - “Less Competition,” Carter & Nixon, Ford & Detroit, The Quran 32:08 - Muslim Scapegoats, 9/11, NYC, Frontlines of Truth, Foreign Wars 42:03 - Hollywood Mind Control via Arabs, Israel, Gaza & Muslims 47:13 - The Problem w/ “Monolith” Religion, Submission to a Creator, God 57:37 - Messengers, Jesus & Islam, Exodus 33, Jesus Miracles in Quran 1:07:07 - Muslims & Alcohol, Moderation 1:16:41 - Origin of Prophet Muhammad, Bek & Sonny Islam conversion stories 1:25:54 - How to Become a Muslim, Birmingham Quran, Miracles in the Quran 1:37:58 - Quran from God argument, Changes from spirituality, Faith 1:48:23 - So many religions, Christianity & Judaism vs Islam, Muslims belief in Jesus 1:57:34 - ‘Jesus died for our sins.', Paul massacres, The transmission to man 2:06:37 - Separation of Church & State, Sonny & Bek Islam Doc, Western Civilization 2:16:32 - Democracy & Free Speech illusion, Dearborn Muslims 2:29:29 - Islam Protest in Texas, The Word “Islamist,” “Othering,” Tommy Robinson & UK 2:41:14 - The Kaaba Misconception, One righteous leader, Sonny's Hajj 2:44:01 - Sonny & Bek's Work CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 395 - Sonny Faz & Bek Lover Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you ever feel like your emotions inside you are so big that you don't know how you'll ever have enough time to process them? Do you feel like you get triggered at the sign of a single symptom, or conversation, or thought - and it takes you hours or days to feel calm again? Or maybe you're living with chronic illness, chronic pain, or ongoing stress — and you're wondering how can you ever regulate your emotions when your body feels constantly at war / threatened? If you said “yes” to any of these questions, this episode is for you. Today's episode continues our series exploring the emotional weight of chronic illness. And it's a particularly special episode, as we're going to talk with emotions experts, author, and founders of Connection Codes, Dr. Glenn and Phyllis Hill. Dr. Glenn and Phyllis are passionate about helping people discover that emotions aren't a problem to fix, but a powerful, natural tool to master - so that homes can be healed, marriages strengthened, and communities transformed. As we continue with our chronic illness and mental health series, I'm sharing the things that anchored me on my journey toward wholeness — and Dr. Glenn and Phyllis have been a part of my recent journey and something I've found so healing and empowering. So I'm sharing them with you! In today's episode, we're diving into:How to regulate your emotions in 4 minutes or lessWhy processing emotions doesn't need to take hours, days, weeks, or yearsSymptoms of suppressing unprocessed emotions vs. emotional regulation What the 8 core emotions are - and why being able to name them is so powerful in emotional regulationProcessing emotions with chronic illness - including stress, grief, and emotional healing We'll talk about what emotional regulation really means, why “control your emotions” often backfires in the process of healing, and how you can make your emotions your friend on your journey of chronic illness and mental health. If you've been doing everything you know how to do and you're still not better, I hope this episode meets you exactly where you are. Not to fix you. Not to promise a breakthrough. But to strengthen your inner heart that illness, stress, and unprocessed emotions may have been quietly wearing down. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Big Emotions Intro 00:41 - Meet The Guests 02:35 - Podcast Welcome Disclaimer 03:45 - Why Connection Codes 05:57 - Tools For Connection 08:08 - Start With Yourself 11:46 - Human Condition Framework 15:10 - Dishwasher Breakthrough 19:07 - Opting Out Myth 22:14 - Brain Science Of Emotion 27:03 - Stunt Double And Dam 31:03 - Stop Saying Youre Okay 35:11 - Apology Trap 39:20 - Guilt and Shame Connect 40:44 - Core Emotion Wheel Basics 42:59 - Five Brain Regions 46:44 - Emotions as Messengers 47:45 - Live Wheel Demo 54:03 - Ooh Not Fixing 55:48 - Processing in 20 Seconds 01:00:31 - Signs Emotions Are Stuck 01:03:38 - Validation for Chronic Pain 01:07:24 - Closing Thanks CONNECT WITH THE GUEST:Download the Core Emotion Wheel for FreeFollow Connection Codes on InstagramListen to the Connection Codes PodcastBuy The Connection Codes BookGet 20% off the Marriage Foundations Masterclass with code: BELLY20Get Coaching with Dr. Glenn Hill HEAL YOUR GUT:Option #1)

When angels appear in Scripture as messengers, they carry the delegated authority of God Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul examines biblical appearances of these messengers and the appropriate response to the announcements they declare. Get R.C. Sproul's video teaching series Angels and Demons on DVD with your donation. You'll also receive digital access to all 8 messages and the study guide: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the digital teaching series and study guide with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine.   Meet the Host:   Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of media for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

“Messengers came and told Jehoshaphat, ‘A vast army from Edom is marching against you from beyond the Dead Sea. They are already at Hazazon-tamar.’ (This was another name for En-gedi.) Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the Lord for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting. So people from all the towns of Judah came to Jerusalem to seek the Lord’s help.” (2 Chronicles 20:2–4 NLT) Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, faced a desperate dilemma. His enemies greatly outnumbered him. To make matters worse, his enemies had joined forces with other enemies of Israel and were coming to destroy him. This was a worst-case scenario—a seemingly hopeless situation. There was no earthly way that Jehoshaphat could challenge this approaching army with the forces he had. He was far too outnumbered. So, what did Jehoshaphat do? The Bible says that he “begged the Lord for guidance” (2 Chronicles 20:3 NLT). He prayed, “O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us. We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help” (verse 12 NLT). The Lord told Jehoshaphat, “Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s. . . . Take your positions; then stand still and watch the Lord’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the Lord is with you!” (verses 15, 17 NLT). Jehoshaphat and his army went out to meet their enemies, but they put their worship team out front. The Bible says that when they began to sing and praise the Lord, the enemy started fighting among themselves and destroyed each other. There are more than a few takeaways from this story. One is that God stands ready to help His people survive and ultimately thrive in even the worst circumstances. Maybe you’re facing what seems like an impossible situation right now. You may not be able to see a way out. But God can. Call on Him. Then stand still and see what He will do. A second takeaway is that Jehoshaphat enjoyed an advantage that we don’t always have. He knew what was coming his way. And even though it appeared to be an absolute worst-case scenario, he knew how to pray. We don’t always know what the future holds. We don’t know if something potentially devastating is heading our way. But God does. And He knows how to prepare us for it. That’s why it’s essential that we stay in constant contact with Him. That we yield ourselves to His will. That we follow His leading. Psalm 145:18 says, “The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth” (NLT). Call on Him. Reflection question: What does seeking God’s strength and guidance look like in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.