Podcasts about Mount Tabor

Glory Beyond the Cross The Transfiguration reveals Jesus' divine glory . . . . . . and shows that the mountain is a recurring place in Scripture where humanity encounters God. On Mount Tabor, Moses and Elijah appear with Jesus, symbolizing the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets in Him. The disciples are given a glimpse of Christ's glory before they witness His suffering and death on the Cross. The experience assures them that the Cross is not the end of the story: Christ's glory comes through the Cross, and everything that God has revealed throughout salvation history finds its fulfillment in Jesus. The Transfiguration also speaks directly to our own lives. Whether we experience joy, sorrow, suffering, or moments when life feels like a cross, we are called to remember the Father's command: “This is my beloved Son… listen to him.” We cannot remain forever on the mountaintop; like the disciples, we must come down and live our faith in the realities of everyday life. Yet the vision of Christ's glory gives us hope. What happened to Jesus points toward what awaits those who believe in Him: suffering and death do not have the final word. The glory of the Resurrection lies beyond the Cross. Hear more within this Meditation Media. Glory Beyond the Cross ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Transfiguration Church on Mount Tabor One small note: the Feast of the Transfiguration is August 6, which also makes Fr. Felix's personal recollection of being on Mount Tabor on August 6 particularly meaningful. The connection between the physical illumination of the church on that feast and the Gospel's imagery of Christ's face shining “like the sun” is a beautiful detail worth listening to within this Meditation Media. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Transfiguration: Danish Painter: Carl Bloch:  1872

This homily reflects on the growing number of people entering the Orthodox Church and argues that, beneath attractions such as ancient worship, community, or cultural concerns, many converts are searching for something profoundly theological: a real encounter with God and the possibility of being transformed by Him. The Feast of the Transfiguration reveals the heart of that longing, as Christ manifests His divine glory on Mount Tabor and shows His disciples both who He truly is and what humanity is called to become through participation in His divine life. Yet the path to that glory cannot bypass Golgotha. Just as the disciples must descend from Tabor and follow Christ toward the Cross, Christians are transfigured through the crucifixion of their passions, perseverance, and faithfulness even when the initial beauty and excitement of the spiritual life fade. The homily ultimately encourages believers not to mistake spiritual dryness for failure, but to continue ascending toward God in hope, trusting that through the Cross He is transforming them into His likeness.

Archaeologist Jodi Magness and her team have been excavating a synagogue in the ancient village of Huqoq in Lower Galilee where they’ve found an incredible collection of mosaics, paintings, and carvings. Particularly rare, however, is a mosaic telling the biblical story of Deborah and her role in Israel’s battle against the Canaanites; there’s no other known ancient depiction of this heroine. During twenty years of oppression by Canaan, Deborah, a prophetess, “was leading Israel” (Judges 4:4). At God’s prompting, Deborah urged Israel’s general Barak to mount an attack on the Canaanite forces and their commander, Sisera. Barak heeded God’s instructions to “take . . . ten thousand men of Naphtali and Zebulun and lead them up to Mount Tabor” (v. 6) and Deborah lured the enemy’s army to the area. The Canaanite troops indeed fell in the battle, and though Sisera initially fled on foot, he too ultimately met his demise. “On that day God subdued . . . Canaan before the Israelites” (v. 23) through the courageous obedience of Deborah and Barak. The Bible preserves for us a literary mosaic of historical events in the life of God’s people—collectively and individually. Through it we’re offered examples from which we can glean courage to heed God’s instructions even in the face of hardship and struggle. We can trust Him to equip us with the strength to do so.

We all have to climb Mount Tabor to see God

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/03-0806db.mp3 Listen to Bible reading Through My Bible Yr 03 – August 06 Hosea 4:1 – 5:14 The Lord's Charges Against Israel and Its Priests Hosea 4 1 Hear the word of the Lord, you people of Israel,     because the Lord has charges to make against the inhabitants of the land,     because there is no truth,     there is no mercy,     and there is no knowledge of God in the land. 2 There is cursing, lying, murder, theft, and adultery.     They break out in violence, and bloodshed follows bloodshed. 3 Therefore the land mourns, [1]     and everyone who dwells in it wastes away     along with the wild animals and the birds in the sky.     Even the fish of the sea have been removed. 4 Yet no one should bring charges.     No one should accuse,     because your people are like those who dispute with a priest. [2] 5 You will stumble by day,     and the prophet will also stumble with you by night.     I will also destroy your mother. 6 My people have been destroyed because of lack of knowledge.     Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you     from serving as a priest for me.     Because you have forgotten the law of your God,     I also will forget your children. 7 The more they increased, the more they sinned against me.     I changed their glory into shame. [3] 8 They feed on the sin of my people.     They set their desire on things that make them guilty. 9 So it will be the same for people as for priests.     I will punish them for their ways.     I will repay them for their deeds. 10 They will eat, but not be satisfied.     They will engage in sexual immorality, but not increase.     This will take place because they have abandoned the Lord to devote themselves to 11 sexual sin. [4]     Wine and new wine take away their understanding. [5] 12 My people consult their wooden idol,     and their fortunetellers wand gives them information,     because a promiscuous spirit has led them astray,     and they behave like a whore instead of following their God. 13 They sacrifice on the mountaintops.     They burn incense on the hills, and under oaks, poplars, and terebinths,     because their shade is pleasant.     That is why your daughters commit fornication, [6]     and your brides commit adultery. 14 I will not punish your daughters when they commit fornication,     or your brides when they commit adultery,     because the men consort with prostitutes     and sacrifice with shrine prostitutes.     So the people without understanding will come to ruin. 15 Though you, Israel, practice sexual immorality,     Judah should not follow your guilty way.     Do not go to Gilgal.     Do not go up to Beth Aven.     Do not swear, “As surely as the Lord lives.” 16 For Israel has become as stubborn as a heifer.     How can the Lord feed them like a lamb in a meadow? 17 Ephraim is joined to idols.     Let him go his own way! 18 Their alcoholic drinks are used up,     but they keep practicing sexual immorality anyway.     Their rulers, who should be their shields, instead love shame. 19 The wings of the wind will sweep them away,     and they will be put to shame because of their sacrifices. Judgment on Israel's Priests and Kings Hosea 5 1 Hear this, you priests! Pay attention, house of Israel!     Listen, O house of the king!     For this judgment applies to you,     because you were a trap at Mizpah     and a net spread out on Mount Tabor. 2 The rebels sink deeper into slaughter,     but I will discipline all of them. 3 I know Ephraim,     and Israel is not hidden from me.     Now, Ephraim, you still practice sexual immorality.     Israel is defiled. 4 Their deeds do not allow them to return to their God.     For a spirit of prostitution lies within them,     and they do not know the Lord. 5 The arrogance of Israel testifies against them.     Israel and Ephraim will stumble over their guilt.     Judah also will stumble with them. 6 They will go with their flocks and herds to seek the Lord,     but they will not find him.     He has withdrawn from them. 7 They acted treacherously against the Lord.     They even gave birth to illegitimate children.     Now the new moon will devour them along with their allotted land. 8 Blow the ram's horn in Gibeah     and the trumpet in Ramah!     Raise a battle cry at Beth Aven: “Lead the way, Benjamin!” 9 Ephraim will become desolate ruins on the day it is punished. [7]     What I have made known among the tribes of Israel will certainly happen. 10 The officials of Judah are like people who move a boundary stone.     I will pour out my wrath on them like water. 11 Ephraim is oppressed,     crushed in judgment,     because he was determined to pursue worthless idols. [8] 12 I am like a moth to Ephraim,     and like decay to the house of Judah. 13 When Ephraim saw his sickness,     and Judah saw his wound,     Ephraim went to Assyria     and sent to the Great King for help,     but he is not able to heal you,     and he will not cure your wound, 14 because I will be like a lion to Ephraim     and like a young lion to the house of Judah.     Yes, I will tear him to pieces and go away.     I will carry them off, and there will be no one who can rescue them. Footnotes Hosea 4:3 Or dries up Hosea 4:4 The verse is difficult. The translation follows the Hebrew and Greek texts. Translations that render the third line my contention is with you, O priest emend the text to obtain this rendering. The point of the verse seems to be that it is useless to bring charges against these people, because they would not accept the judgment even of a priest. Hosea 4:7 A Hebrew variant is they changed my glory for something shameful. Hosea 4:11 Or prostitution Hosea 4:11 The proper dividing point between verses 10 and 11 is uncertain. Though the words sexual sin are in verse 11 in the Hebrew text, these words belong with verse 10. Hosea 4:13 The same Hebrew word elsewhere translated sexual immorality or prostitution is used here in reference to unmarried girls, so it is translated fornication. Hosea 5:9 Or rebuked Hosea 5:11 The translation follows some ancient versions. The Hebrew reads human commands. The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved.

Full Text of Readings Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord Lectionary: 614 The Saint of the day is Transfiguration of the Lord The Story of the Transfiguration of the Lord All three Synoptic Gospels tell the story of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8; Mark 9:2-9; Luke 9:28-36). With remarkable agreement, all three place the event shortly after Peter's confession of faith that Jesus is the Messiah and Jesus' first prediction of his passion and death. Peter's eagerness to erect tents or booths on the spot suggests it occurred during the week-long Jewish Feast of Booths in the fall. According to Scripture scholars, in spite of the texts' agreement it is difficult to reconstruct the disciples' experience, because the Gospels draw heavily on Old Testament descriptions of the Sinai encounter with God, and prophetic visions of the Son of Man. Certainly Peter, James, and John had a glimpse of Jesus' divinity strong enough to strike fear into their hearts. Such an experience defies description, so they drew on familiar religious language to describe it. And certainly Jesus warned them that his glory and his suffering were to be inextricably connected—a theme John highlights throughout his Gospel. Tradition names Mount Tabor as the site of the revelation. A church first raised there in the fourth century was dedicated on August 6. A feast in honor of the Transfiguration was celebrated in the Eastern Church from about that time. Western observance began in some localities about the eighth century. On July 22, 1456, Crusaders defeated the Turks at Belgrade. News of the victory reached Rome on August 6, and Pope Callistus III placed the feast on the Roman calendar the following year. Reflection One of the Transfiguration accounts is read on the second Sunday of Lent each year, proclaiming Christ's divinity to the Elect and baptized alike. The Gospel for the first Sunday of Lent, by contrast, is the story of the temptation in the desert—affirmation of Jesus' humanity. The two distinct but inseparable natures of the Lord were a subject of much theological argument at the beginning of the Church's history; it remains hard for believers to grasp.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Delivered by Kezia from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Daniel 7: 9-10.13-14; Rs psalm 97: 1-2.5-6.9; 2 Peter 1: 16-19; Matthew 17: 1-9.EYES AND EARS ARE ON GUARD Our meditation today has the theme: Eye and Ear are onGuard. There is a young man who was in his third time falling in love and forhim this last one should bring a positive outcome. The previous two alwaysended in sadness because there were many troubles and conflicts happened. Herecognized his own weaknesses that have contributed to the failure of thoseprevious love relationships. Then he spoke about it with his parents. Hisparents advised him, saying that the decision of heart of what to say and toact depends very much on one's ability to see and to hear. Our eyes and ears must always be active in order toperceive the reality of those whom we love. When you see that the person nextto you is busy with some activities, or when you hear that the person's voiceis very weak, your heart's decision will determine what action you can take infavor of him. That young man agreed to this advise and he promised to use thisthird opportunity of love relationship be meaningful and could go on to thelevel of marriage. Today, as we celebrate the feast Jesus who revealedHis glory or commonly known as the transfiguration day, the Word of God teachesus to experience the glory and greatness of God through our eyes that see andour ears that hear. All three readings describe the physical acts of seeing andhearing that were experienced by the prophet Daniel, the apostle Peter and histwo fellow apostles. They saw the apparition of God and heard the voice thatcame directly from the heavenly Father. Such faith experience of seeing andhearing directly the Lord is indeed desired by all of us. We desire to be thereon the Mount Tabor to witness God's glory like what the apostles hadexperienced.  In our case, our faith and spiritual experiences withthe Lord are indirect events, however, they are the representations that cometo us directly. Jesus represents or manifests His glory through the Holy Father,bishops or priests, or a brother and sister who offer goodness and charity tous. Jesus is truly present as the person from heaven, yet He is made into theEucharistic Bread which we always worship and eat. Jesus also stands at thepulpit and says directly to us the divine Word yet He is represented by a preacher.Such experiences are highly esteemed, and they indeed help our faith grow. Oureyes and ears are very instrumental for the growth of our faith. If we do not listen and see with proper intention andgood attention, we will lose the experience of the glory of God present inothers, the environment, and the events of our lives.Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O most loving Lord, may we always eager tosee and hear You in every situation of our lives. Hail Mary, full of grace ...In the name of the Father ...

Back from a July break full of walking, observing, and listening in Portland, Oregon. Avid pedestrian, burgeoning transit user, performing arts educator, actor (and Brad's fiancé) Aly Marchant is back on the show, too, reflecting on the practice of triangulation — understanding movement as not just A to B or A to C, but also the relationships between points B and C — and how doing this in your city helps in identifying the strengths and shortcomings of an infrastructure system.We also touch on: Rediscovering childhood geography as an adult. Hub-and-spoke vs. grid transit systems. District identity. Portland's Tilikum Crossing bridge as a transit investment. Division Street and Southeast neighborhoods. Mount Tabor. Why stumbling into things is how American lifestyles are shifted. Swimming-accessible water. The value of navigating alone, together.Timeline:00:00 Back from summer break in Portland.04:35 Growing up somewhere but not knowing downtown well.05:24 The concept of triangulation through walking.08:47 Hub-and-spoke transit vs. grid connectivity.10:16 Columbus Arena District example.12:18 Portland's Tilikum Crossing bridge example.16:54 Why a dedicated transit bridge matters for city resilience.21:10 FX2 bus and Division Street route.25:31 Mount Tabor walk from 50th.27:08 Neighborhoods, stormwater management, water access.29:22 Brad's favorite commute: light rail plus exploration.30:33 Wrapping up and back next week with guests.

Read OnlineThe Storms of LifeJesus made the disciples get into the boat and precede him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When it was evening he was there alone. Meanwhile the boat, already a few miles offshore, was being tossed about by the waves, for the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them, walking on the sea. Matthew 14:22–25Only God, in His perfect Wisdom, could convey profound spiritual meaning through Jesus' human actions. Though His miracles reveal His divinity and His teachings articulate divine mysteries, so does every subtle movement He makes—each one working together to prophetically depict the full Gospel. The Church, from her earliest centuries, has come to recognize and contemplate these deeper layers through what is known as the allegorical and spiritual sense of Scripture.On the surface, today's Gospel reveals Jesus' divinity simply through His walking on the water. Yet beneath the surface, other mysteries are unveiled. The mountain, the solitude, the prayer, the storm, the boat, the fear, and Jesus' words all communicate something of Christ's saving mission and of our journey through life with Him.Jesus goes up the mountain alone to pray. In Scripture, mountains are places of divine encounter—Moses and Elijah encountered God on Mount Sinai, and Jesus was transfigured before the disciples on Mount Tabor. In today's Gospel, the mountain signifies Jesus' communion and heavenly intercession with the Father. He ascends alone, leaving the disciples behind, just as He would ascend to the Father after the Resurrection—remaining with us spiritually while we, the Church, continue our pilgrimage through the storms of this world.While Jesus is in prayer, the disciples struggle in the boat, tossed by waves, with the wind against them. The boat represents the Church amid the turmoil of the world. The waves symbolize trials, temptations, and fears that rise without warning. And though Jesus seems physically distant, He is never inattentive. In fact, it is precisely in the hour of greatest distress that He draws near.Jesus comes to them in the fourth watch of the night—the final and darkest stretch before dawn. This is the hour of the soul's deepest desolation, when one feels most abandoned, most vulnerable, most helpless. Yet it is also the very moment when divine help arrives. Jesus walks toward them on the sea, using the very waves that threatened to destroy them as the path of His approach. The storm does not hinder Him; He walks above it, showing His authority over chaos and His power to transform even the fiercest trials into a means of His presence.But the disciples do not recognize Him. They cry out in fear, thinking He is a ghost. This reveals a spiritual truth: In our moments of fear and confusion, we can misperceive even the presence of Christ. When our hearts are unsettled and our faith is shaken, we may not see clearly the One who comes to save us.Then Jesus speaks words that echo through every age: “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” In Greek, the phrase “it is I”—egō eimi—is the divine Name revealed to Moses: “I AM.” This is not only reassurance, it is a revelation of Jesus' divine identity. With this declaration, Jesus does more than calm the sea—He calms the soul, inviting the disciples to place their trust not only in what He does, but in who He is.Reflect today on any storm in your life in which you feel God is absent and the waves are overwhelming. Imagine Jesus walking toward you on those very waves. Though His presence may not be immediately clear, look with eyes of faith and listen for His voice: “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” Welcome Him in, and trust that His grace is sufficient for every trial and tribulation God permits you to endure.Most miraculous Lord, You speak to me day and night—through the Scriptures, inspirations, signs, and sacred symbols. Yet too often I fail to perceive Your presence, especially amid the storms of life. Open my eyes to recognize You, even when You come in unexpected ways. Help me to welcome You into the boat of my soul with faith and joy, so that You may bring order to the chaos I endure and fill me with Your abiding peace. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Walking on Water, by Ivan AivazovskySource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

Last week… we left off… with Israel standing on the edge… of one of the greatest victories in the entire Book of Judges. If you'll remember… God had already promised Barak the victory. So… he gathered ten thousand men… from Zebulun and Naphtali… and marched them up Mount Tabor. Meanwhile… Sisera assembled all nine hundred of his iron chariots… and positioned his army near the Kishon River…. exactly where God had promised Barak He would draw him. Then Deborah looked at Barak and said, "Move on, for this is the day the LORD has handed Sisera over to you. Hasn't the LORD gone before you?" (Judges 4:14, HCSB) And that's exactly what happened. The LORD… stepped onto the battlefield. • He sent the storm. • He flooded the Kishon River. • He removed the advantage… of Sisera's iron chariots. And Scripture tells us, "The LORD threw Sisera, all his charioteers, and all his army into confusion before Barak..." (Judges 4:15, HCSB) Folks... that's where we stopped. The battle had been won. The army had been broken. But there was one man... ONE MAN… who was still alive! And that's where we pick up tonight.

After the conquest of the Promised Land, Israel moves into the time of Judges. The book begins with the aftermath of Joshua's death and we see the people fall into a cycle of falling away from God, being subject to another nation, crying out to God for deliverance, a judge being raised, and then peace for a period of time before the cycle starts again. A word of warning: Judges can be a violent and often disturbing book. It is an example of how people act when they try to live apart from God and it is not pretty.If you are enjoying Bible Backdrop, please leave a 5 star rating and review. If you want to contact the show, the e-mail address is given in the episode. Find Bible Backdrop on Apple, Spotify or wherever podcasts are shown.

Pastor David Eiffert pulls back the curtain on how he understands and lives out the Christian faith. The title says it all: Jesus, etc. Jesus is the centering principle, and everything else, all the "etc," radiates from him.Starting in John 1, we see that no one has ever seen God, but the Son has made him known. God is the ultimate mystery, the one thing you would never find by scanning the universe, because he creates from outside of it. On our own, we can no more find God than Bilbo Baggins can find J.R.R. Tolkien. Unless the author writes himself into the story. That is the incarnation.From there we walk up Mount Tabor with Peter, James, and John, watch Jesus transfigured beside Moses and Elijah, and hear the Father say the one thing he says again and again in the New Testament: "This is my Son. Listen to him."Three movements anchor the message:1. We start with Jesus.2. Jesus is what God looks like. He does not change the Father, he reveals the Father.3. Jesus informs all the "etc." Family, work, politics, money, ethics, everything.Jesus does not save us from God. Jesus reveals God as savior. There should be no dark corner in your life where Christ does not reach.This week, pick one "etc." The loudest one. The one that has become a little too central. Ask Jesus what it looks like for him to be at the center of that one thing.Scriptures referenced: John 1:14-18, Colossians 2:2-3, Matthew 17:1-8, John 5:39-40, Luke 24:27, Hebrews 1:1-3, Colossians 1:15.Facebook: / believerscenterInstagram: / believerscenterGiving: https://pushpay.com/g/believerscenterFirst Time: https://believerscenter.churchcenter.com/people/forms/797243Salvation / Rededication: https://believerscenter.churchcenter.com/people/forms/797600#BelieversCenter #JesusEtc #Incarnation #Transfiguration #FollowingJesusThanks so much for listening to the Believers Center podcast! Service Times:   Sundays at 10AM (online + in-person)Tuesdays at 7PM (in-person only)Follow us on Instagram @believerscenterTo learn more about Believers Center, visit https://www.believerscenter.com​​To submit a prayer request, or to get connected with a pastor, visit https://www.believerscenter.com/prayforme

The City of Portland is engaged in a national dialogue about public art, history, monuments, and memorials. With support from the Mellon Foundation, the Portland Monuments Project is a multi-year project with the goal of deciding on the future of seven monuments that were damaged, toppled, or removed following demonstrations in Portland in 2020-2021 by fostering public dialogue  to reimagine and transform the purpose of monuments and memorials in Portland. This episode is part two of a three-part series as part of the Portland Monument Project. The first episode revisited the city's past, part two will look at the present, and the culminating episode explores what may come to fruition in the future. Literary Arts is involved in this project because storytelling is at the heart of our mission, and monuments tell a story about who we were, who we are, what we value, and who we aspire to be.  They tell stories about different communities and the stories they tell are dynamic, in so much as our community is changing, time is passing and the context for these fixed objects changes around them. In this episode, we’re tracing the path of a monument that went from a guerilla artwork, to a museum piece, and will soon be a monument again. Join us as we travel from the top of Mount Tabor to the mouth of the Columbia River to learn more about this particular monument and its subject – York the Explorer – from art curators, historians, and some nice people enjoying an afternoon in the park.  Our guide for today's episode is Archive Project editor and producer, Matthew Workman. 

The story of Deborah and Barak in Judges 4-5 reveals a powerful pattern that echoes through our own lives today: the cycle of spiritual forgetfulness and divine deliverance. We see how Israel, after enjoying 80 years of peace under Ehud's leadership, gradually forgot the mighty acts of God. A whole generation stopped teaching their children about the exodus from Egypt, the crossing of the Jordan, and God's faithfulness. Comfort replaced gratitude, and prosperity without moral demands became more attractive than devotion to the Lord. This led to 24 years of brutal oppression under King Jabin and his ruthless commander Sisera, whose 900 iron chariots terrorized the land daily. Yet in their misery, when they finally cried out to God, He raised up an unlikely deliverer—a woman named Deborah who judged Israel under a palm tree. The account challenges us to examine our own hearts: Are we passing on the stories of God's faithfulness to the next generation? Have we allowed comfort and entertainment to replace wholehearted devotion? The battle at Mount Tabor wasn't won by military might but by obedience to God's specific instructions and His supernatural intervention through storms and floods. When 10,000 farmers charged down the hill in faith, heaven itself fought for them. This reminds us that our battles today are still spiritual warfare, and victory comes not through our strength but through trusting and obeying the voice of the Holy Spirit.

March 1st, 2026:  The 2nd Sunday of Lent - The Transfiguration;  They Saw No One Except Jesus Alone;  The Road to Mount Tabor

On this weeks podcast we catch up with Jane Mellet from Trocaire to hear about the Trocaire 2026 Lenten Campaign. Trocaire is the overseas development agency of the Irish Bishops Conference (the Irish member of Caritas Internationalis) and their annual Lenten Campaign has been running for over 53 years. This years Lenten Campaign accompanies a three-generation family in rural Rwanda, led by Uwamahoro, a young mother supporting her daughter, niece and elderly mother. Through their story, parish communities are invited to reflect on themes of resilience, care for our common home, and the dignity of every person in the face of poverty caused by climate injustice. Their lived experience helps bring the Sunday Gospels to life and connects faith with the call to solidarity.In part one we have a quick run through the liturgical odds and ends including the saints  of the week. In part three we have our weekly reflections on the Sunday gospel. This Sunday is the Second Sunday of Lent and the gospel is Matthew's account of the Transfiguration which tradition identifies as taking place on Mount Tabor. We reflect on our "Tabor Moments" and what it means for us during Lent and beyond.Text us at +353 874668950 or email at comeandseeinspirtaions@gmail.com

Delivered by Grace, Jessica, Greg, and Bryan from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Genesis 12: 1-4a; Rs psalm 33: 4-5.18-19.20.22; 2 Timothy 1: 8b-10; Matthew 17: 1-9.FULFILLMENT IS A NEED The title for ourmeditation on this second Sunday of Lent is: Fulfillment is a Need. The bishopassigned one of his priests to lead a parish that was in trouble. Constructionof a new church building halfway, the parish priest fell ill and had to movefrom the parish. The parish's finance was mismanaged which caused a largedeficit. Conflict among the Church members of two factions also occurred duringthe leadership of the previous parish priest, and it seemed becoming moreserious. So the bishop sentthe new parish priest there with the main message, which was to solve all theproblems completely. He was forbidden to make new initiatives, except thoserelated to the completion of the construction of church building, mismanagementof parish finance, and conflicts between people. He was really expected to doit. In short, he must fulfill and accomplish all the deficiencies or what arelacking and not let them untouched or unnoticed. Fulfillment oraccomplishment what is missing or lacking is a necessity. This is not only thework of us humans, but also the work of God. The fulfillment is not to make Godbetter or perfect, but for the perfection of us humans. Fulfillment is thefirst work of God alone. For all thedeficiencies and emptiness in human life, God takes steps to fulfill. What Godhas made, God determines as a task and mission that we humans too must do. IfGod creates, then humans recreate. If God has opened the way, then we extend,expand, and realize until the goal is reached. God calls and we answer in orderto fulfill the task of God's calling and trust. God fulfilled Hisplan of salvation by calling Abram, and in response, Abram fulfilled that call.Saint Paul wrote to his beloved disciple Timothy that the coming of the SaviorJesus Christ and with His gospel has overcome death, and brought a life that cannotbe destroyed. Jesus Christ, who appeared in His glory on Mount Tabor, revealedthe fulfillment of the law that was delivered through Moses and the teachingsbrought by the prophet Elijah. Today, God's messageabout fulfillment is addressed to every one of us. We have a responsibility tofulfill what is lacking or empty in our lives and circumstances, both physicaland spiritual. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... God of heaven and earth, may with today's celebration we will be strongerin our commitment to fulfill what is lacking and empty in our lives. Our Fatherwho art in heaven ... In the name of the Father ...

At the top of Mount Tabor, we see a different view of God's Glory. Let's check out the Transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-8!Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show

The Last Sunday after the Epiphany.What does a death-defying skyscraper climb have to do with the Transfiguration of Jesus? Explore what it means to be fully alive, what it means to shine with Christ's light, and how Lent calls us to become who we were created to be.

Sunday, 15 February 2026   Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; Matthew 17:1   “And after six days, Jesus, He takes with – Peter, and James and John his brother, and them, He uphefts into a high mountain off alone” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus finished up Chapter 16, noting that there were some standing there with Him who would not taste death till they saw the Son of Man coming in His kingdom. Chapter 17 now begins, saying, “And after six days.” Mark says the same. Luke says, “about eight days.” Of this somewhat indeterminate time, “Jesus, He takes with – Peter, and James and John his brother.”   These selected men are, at times, referred to as the inner circle. This is because this is not the only time they are selected to come separately with Jesus. Rather, there are several such instances in the gospels. Of this group accompanying Jesus, it next says, “and them, He uphefts into a high mountain off alone.”   A new word is seen here, anapheró. It is derived from ana, up, and pheró, to bring, bear, or carry. The ten uses of the word combine to give a sense not found in any single English word. It refers to leading others up a mountain, being carried up into heaven, offering up sacrifices, carrying the sins of others, etc.   In each case, there is upward motion and the sense of bearing or leading a mass that has weight. A single word, that now exists as of the typing of this commentary, and which can describe all of these various thoughts understandably, is “upheft.” With a right click of the mouse, the red line under the word has disappeared, and it is now entered into the computer's dictionary.   As for the mountain Jesus uphefted the men to, there are various views. A later tradition identifies it as Mount Tabor. However, it is known that a fortress was on top of Tabor at the time. Further, its location is not conducive to the surrounding narrative as well.   A good candidate is Mount Hermon. It is the snowcapped mountain bordering Israel, Lebanon, and Syria. In typology, it is used in the Old Testament to symbolize heaven from which the Jordan (the Descender) then flows, picturing Jesus descending from heaven.    This seems like the likely mountain to accommodate what will next take place, but because it is not named, this remains speculation. This account, however, is a good contrast to what was said in Matthew 4 –   “Again, the traducer, he takes Him to a mountain – exceedingly high – and shows Him all the kingdoms of the world and the glory of them.” Matthew 4:8   “And after six days, Jesus, He takes with – Peter, and James and John his brother, and them – He takes up into a high mountain off alone.” Matthew 17:1   Life application: It was noted above that Matthew and Mark say, “after six days,” while Luke says, “about eight days.” There is no contradiction in that. The word after means “after.” The word about means “about.” Seven is after six, and a general ending of seven is about eight. The indeterminate wording allows people to speak and write in their natural way without there being a contradiction.   Depending on the time reference of a person's statement, such things happen all the time. If one reckons the time after the day of an event, the timing would be –   Monday – Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday.   If one reckons from the day of an event, it would be –   Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday – Monday.   Thus, the first is six days after the first day, while the second is about eight days. We do the same type of reckoning all the time. If you arrive in Florida on a plane at 11:30 pm on 11 April, during a later conversation, you might still say you were in Florida on that day. If you left Wednesday morning at 5 am, you might say you were there that day also. Thus, you have been at the location three days, despite your total time there being about thirty-six hours.   When you are reading the Bible, be sure to consider such things. Luke uses a different perspective to say exactly the same thing as Matthew and Mark did. This is to be expected from a chronicler who is from outside of Israel as he sits and counts days. The timing provided by those inside Israel would be from their personal experience and how that aligns with culturally accepted norms.   When considering these things in their proper light, it is evident that no contradiction exists. Instead, the accounts are reliable and actually support the veracity of what is stated.   Lord God Almighty, You have given us a word which is challenging to our minds, and yet understandable when it is properly and carefully evaluated. Thank You that we will get out of Your word just what effort we put into it. Thank You for such a wonderful gift to guide and instruct us. Amen.  

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Matthew 4:12-23 Nina Balmaceda provided the sermon for this morning's service which was held via Zoom due to the inclement weather. Jesus was not from the center of power. He began his ministry near Mount Tabor. Not a majestic mountain, but more of a hill, far away from Jerusalem's power. It was close to everyday, ordinary people of mixed ancestry. He began his ministry in a place that religious leaders considered marginal, mixed and overlooked. Jesus is on the side of the oppressed. Christ's first proclamation, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near," is not a threat. It's not a scream creating shame, but a voice of consolation for those who have suffered deeply. God's kingdom takes root in places that feel far from the center. God's light still rises in unexpected places.

What part of your life is feeling dark right now? In this special on-location episode, Dr. Sri takes us up Mount Tabor—the very site of the Transfiguration—to explore how this powerful event speaks directly into the darkest places of our lives. Standing where Peter, James, and John once witnessed Christ's glory, Dr. Sri reflects on why Jesus revealed His radiance at this pivotal moment and how that same light strengthens us through seasons of confusion, fear, weakness, and suffering. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Welcome to Day 2722 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Day 2722 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 89:19-18 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2722 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2722 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The Title for today's Wisdom-Trek is: God's Cosmic Dominion – The Unrivaled Strength of the Almighty - A Trek Through Psalm Eighty-Nine 9-18 This psalm is a grand meditation on God's covenant faithfulness, and this middle section serves to powerfully establish God's absolute cosmic power as the guarantor of that covenant. In our last conversation, we heard the psalmist, Ethan the Ezrahite, begin with an eternal commitment to sing of God's Unfailing Love and Faithfulness forever. He anchored that hope in the Davidic Covenant—God's eternal promise of an unending dynasty—and affirmed God's supremacy over the Divine Council, declaring that no angel can compare with Him. Now, Ethan shifts from the celestial courtroom to the vastness of creation, demonstrating that the God who made that eternal promise is the only One powerful enough to keep it. He is the God who calms the raging sea, defeats the ancient powers of chaos, and possesses all the power, righteousness, and justice necessary to sustain His promise forever. This is a powerful, awe-inspiring affirmation designed to build our confidence in the absolute authority of the Most High. So, let's open our hearts to this declaration of God's universal sovereignty, recognizing the immense power of the One who holds us in His hand. The first section is: Taming the Chaos: The Ruler of the Seas (Psalm eighty-nine 9-12) You rule the oceans when their waves surge high. You are the one who smashed the great sea monster, Rahab, and scattered your enemies with a mighty arm. The heavens are yours, and the earth is yours; everything in the world is made by your hands. You created north and south. Mount Tabor and Mount Hermon praise your name. The psalmist begins by affirming God's absolute dominion over one of the most terrifying forces in the ancient world: the sea. "You rule the oceans when their waves surge high." In the ancient Israelite worldview, the sea was often seen as a symbol of chaos, instability, and raw, untamable power. For God to "rule the oceans" means He exercises complete control over the very forces of chaos and destruction. When the waves surge in fury, God is the supreme authority who limits them and commands their retreat. This dominion over chaos is illustrated by a great historical and mythical allusion: "You are the one who smashed the great sea monster, Rahab, and scattered your enemies with a mighty arm." "Rahab" is often used in the Old Testament as a mythical figure representing primeval chaos, similar to the sea monsters Yam and Leviathan. More practically, it is a symbolic

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Support our mission to teach every verse of the Bible. Read more here: Project23 Our text today is Judges 4:11-16: Now Heber the Kenite had separated from the Kenites, the descendants of Hobab the father-in-law of Moses, and had pitched his tent as far away as the oak in Zaanannim, which is near Kedesh. When Sisera was told that Barak the son of Abinoam had gone up to Mount Tabor, Sisera called out all his chariots, 900 chariots of iron, and all the men who were with him, from Harosheth-hagoyim to the river Kishon. And Deborah said to Barak, “Up! For this is the day in which the Lord has given Sisera into your hand. Does not the Lord go out before you?” So Barak went down from Mount Tabor with 10,000 men following him. And the Lord routed Sisera and all his chariots and all his army before Barak by the edge of the sword. And Sisera got down from his chariot and fled away on foot. And Barak pursued the chariots and the army to Harosheth-hagoyim, and all the army of Sisera fell by the edge of the sword; not a man was left. — Judges 4:11-16 Would you fight differently if you knew God had already won the battle? The tension rises. Sisera rolls out with 900 iron chariots—the tanks of the ancient world. On paper, Israel doesn't stand a chance. But Deborah's words cut through the fear: “Up! For this is the day the Lord has given Sisera into your hand. Does not the Lord go out before you?” Notice that—has given. Past tense. This wasn't a battle to see who would win. It was a victory God had already secured. Then the Lord moves. A sudden storm (see Judges 5:20–21) floods the Kishon River, bogging down the chariots. The unstoppable enemy is stuck in the mud. Barak finally charges, but the truth is clear: the victory belonged to God before Barak ever lifted a sword. This is the secret of faith—you're not fighting for victory; you're fighting from victory. Barak hesitated, but God had already won the battle. The outcome was never in doubt. Maybe you're staring down your own “900 iron chariots”—that overwhelming challenge that looks impossible. Remember this: God has already secured the victory through Christ. The cross and the empty tomb prove it. Your job isn't to muster superhuman strength. It's to rise when God says, “Up!” and trust that he's already gone before you. Hesitation may rob you of joy and honor, but it will never undo the fact that God wins. The only question is—will you step into the victory He's already secured? ASK THIS: What “iron chariots” look unbeatable in my life right now? How would I act differently if I truly believed God had already won the battle? Where am I hesitating when I should be stepping into God's promised victory? How can I remind myself daily that I'm fighting from victory, not for it? DO THIS: When fear tempts you today, declare aloud: “This is a battle God has already won.” Then step into the next act of obedience He's calling you to. PRAY THIS: Lord, thank You that the victory is already Yours. Help me rise when You call, trusting that You've gone before me and secured the battle. Amen. PLAY THIS: "You've Already Won."

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Support our mission to teach every verse of the Bible. Read more here: Project23 Our text today is Judges 4:6-10: She sent and summoned Barak the son of Abinoam from Kedesh-naphtali and said to him, “Has not the Lord, the God of Israel, commanded you, ‘Go, gather your men at Mount Tabor, taking 10,000 from the people of Naphtali and the people of Zebulun. And I will draw out Sisera, the general of Jabin's army, to meet you by the river Kishon with his chariots and his troops, and I will give him into your hand'?” Barak said to her, “If you will go with me, I will go, but if you will not go with me, I will not go.” And she said, “I will surely go with you. Nevertheless, the road on which you are going will not lead to your glory, for the Lord will sell Sisera into the hand of a woman.” Then Deborah arose and went with Barak to Kedesh. And Barak called out Zebulun and Naphtali to Kedesh, and 10,000 men went up at his heels, and Deborah went up with him. — Judges 4:6-10 What blessings slip through our fingers when we hesitate instead of acting in faith? God had already spoken: “Go, gather your men… I will give him into your hand.” The outcome was certain. Victory was promised. But Barak hesitated. Instead of trusting God's word, he leaned on Deborah: “If you go with me, I will go.” He wanted her presence more than God's promise. Deborah agreed—but warned him: the glory of victory wouldn't go to him. God would hand Sisera over to a woman instead. Barak went to battle, but the lesson was clear: hesitation comes at a cost. God still wins—but when we pause at the edge of obedience, we may miss the full blessing of leading boldly. This is where too many believers get stuck. God calls. The promise is sure. But instead of stepping out in full faith, we hesitate. We stall. We wait for more signs, more reassurance, more backup. Barak still fought, but his hesitation meant he lost the honor of leading with decisive courage. Deborah had to fill the gap. Here's the challenge: don't wait for someone else to carry the weight God put on your shoulders. God's victory doesn't depend on you—but your faithfulness does. Step up without hesitation. Don't miss the blessing because you lingered when God said, "Go." ASK THIS: Where am I hesitating when God has already spoken clearly? What fears keep me from taking the step God is calling me to take? Who might be carrying weight right now because I've delayed obedience? How can I step forward today in faith instead of waiting for more certainty? DO THIS: Pinpoint one area where you've been hesitating. Stop stalling—take one clear step of obedience today. PRAY THIS: Lord, forgive me for hesitating when you've already spoken. Give me the courage to step forward in faith, trusting your promise more than my fear. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Made For More."

“How did people travel in the time of Jesus?” This episode explores the transportation methods of the era, including the quality of Roman roads around Jerusalem. Additionally, we delve into intriguing topics such as the existence of two tombs of Jesus and the significance of Mount Tabor, offering a rich perspective on life in biblical times. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 2:00 – How did people travel in the time of Jesus? 10:38 – Were there high quality Roman roads around Jerusalem? 14:50 – Jesus followed Mary twice a day for 1/4 mile to get water every day — imagine little Jesus “Wait up for me, Mom!” 19:30 – Are there 2 tombs of Jesus? Which one is the real one? 29:19 – Have you done the full walk of Mount Tabor? 32:43 – What are your thoughts on the flight to Egypt? 40:20 – What place in the Holy Land inspires you the most? 46:42 – I've heard there is a lot of demonic activity there. The holier the place the more demonic activity. Is this true? And what can one do to protect themselves when visiting? 48:42 – Is the Eye of the Needle a real gate into the city of Jerusalem? 50:00 – What's the Sea of Galilee like? What would fishermen's life be like? 52:26 – How large was the temple where Jesus was lost?

Judges 4 tells the powerful story of how God delivered Israel from the oppressive rule of King Jabin of Canaan through unexpected leaders. After the death of Ehud, the Israelites once again turned away from God, and the Lord allowed them to be oppressed for 20 years by Jabin, whose commander Sisera had 900 iron chariots. God raised up Deborah, a prophetess and judge over Israel, to guide the people. She summoned Barak and delivered God's command: gather 10,000 men to fight Sisera's army at Mount Tabor, and the Lord would give them victory. Barak agreed, but only if Deborah went with him — and she agreed, prophesying that the honor of killing Sisera would go to a woman. The Lord threw Sisera's forces into confusion, and Barak's army defeated them completely. Sisera fled on foot to the tent of Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite. She welcomed him, gave him milk, and let him rest — then, while he slept, she drove a tent peg through his head, killing him. Through Deborah's leadership, Barak's obedience, and Jael's courage, God gave Israel victory over Jabin's army, beginning the nation's liberation from oppression. Themes: •God can use anyone — man or woman — to fulfill His purposes. •Obedience brings victory, even against overwhelming odds. •Deliverance often comes in unexpected ways. #Judges4 #DeborahAndBarak #BibleStudy #WomenOfTheBible #Jael #FaithAndCourage #BibleStories #ScriptureReading #GodsVictory #FaithInAction #OldTestament #BibleTruth #SendMeRadio #ChristianFaith #BiblicalInspirationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.

Guest host Brooke Taylor welcomes archaeologist and Holy Land guide George Sue-Stephan, who takes us on a journey to Mount Tabor, bringing the Transfiguration to life. Plus, Jayden Remias shares the story behind his viral pizza delivery to Pope Leo XIV. Jayden Remias: https://www.instagram.com/jaydenremias/?hl=en

Take a spiritual pilgrimage to the sacred site of the Transfiguration on Mt. Tabor. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they explore the significance of this pivotal moment in the Gospels and its impact on the disciples' faith.  In this episode, you will learn: Discover the divine glory of Jesus revealed to Peter, James, and John. Hear Four Key Points from the Transfiguration Learn how this event prepares us for our own journeys of faith.  Continue Your Journey: Related media and a map view of this week's journey. Jewel for the Journey: "Being here enables us to understand that we need to detach ourselves from material things, to look to heaven, as earthly things often separate us from Jesus. It is no coincidence that Jesus choose this mountain for His Transfiguration." - From Rabab, a woman, who is a Palestinian Catholic living in the Galilee Region Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started.

Jesus took Peter, James and John, and he led them up a high mountain apart by themselves, and he was transfigured before them. The Transfiguration on Mount Tabor was a preparation for that other mountain, Mount Calvary, Golgotha. Jesus calls upon us to become another Christ, to embrace the Cross. A meditation by Father Thomas Bohlin.

Full Text of ReadingsFeast of the Transfiguration of the Lord Lectionary: 614The Saint of the day is Transfiguration of the LordThe Story of the Transfiguration of the Lord All three Synoptic Gospels tell the story of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8; Mark 9:2-9; Luke 9:28-36). With remarkable agreement, all three place the event shortly after Peter's confession of faith that Jesus is the Messiah and Jesus' first prediction of his passion and death. Peter's eagerness to erect tents or booths on the spot suggests it occurred during the week-long Jewish Feast of Booths in the fall. According to Scripture scholars, in spite of the texts' agreement it is difficult to reconstruct the disciples' experience, because the Gospels draw heavily on Old Testament descriptions of the Sinai encounter with God, and prophetic visions of the Son of Man. Certainly Peter, James, and John had a glimpse of Jesus' divinity strong enough to strike fear into their hearts. Such an experience defies description, so they drew on familiar religious language to describe it. And certainly Jesus warned them that his glory and his suffering were to be inextricably connected—a theme John highlights throughout his Gospel. Tradition names Mount Tabor as the site of the revelation. A church first raised there in the fourth century was dedicated on August 6. A feast in honor of the Transfiguration was celebrated in the Eastern Church from about that time. Western observance began in some localities about the eighth century. On July 22, 1456, Crusaders defeated the Turks at Belgrade. News of the victory reached Rome on August 6, and Pope Callistus III placed the feast on the Roman calendar the following year. Reflection One of the Transfiguration accounts is read on the second Sunday of Lent each year, proclaiming Christ's divinity to the Elect and baptized alike. The Gospel for the first Sunday of Lent, by contrast, is the story of the temptation in the desert—affirmation of Jesus' humanity. The two distinct but inseparable natures of the Lord were a subject of much theological argument at the beginning of the Church's history; it remains hard for believers to grasp. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

A meditation by Fr. Eric Nicolai in Lyncroft centre in Toronto, preached on August 2, 2025, on the invitation to contemplation. We start with the scene of the transfiguration on Mount Tabor, where Peter is so captivated that he says: It is good that we are here. (Mark 9, 5)Domine, bonum est nos hic esse.What is the light that we must see to be dazzled in our contemplation of the divine?Music: Original track by Michael Lee of Toronto.Thumbnail: Carl Heinrich Boch - Transfiguration of Jesus, 1872, Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, July 25th, is the Feast of St. James, the Apostle, known as the Greater, to distinguish him from the other Apostle St. James the Lesser, who was chosen later.James was the cousin of Jesus Christ and the brother of John the Apostle. With Peter and John, James witnessed the Transfiguration on Mount Tabor. He was also in the Garden of Gethsemane during Jesus' agony.The son of Zebedee the fisherman from Galilee was called by Jesus Boanerges, "son of thunder.”He was beheaded in Jerusalem in the year 42 or 43 A.D. on the orders of King Herod Agrippa, becoming the first apostle to receive the crown of martyrdom.His relics were transported and later discovered in the ninth century in Spain. Since then, the medieval pilgrimage to St. James of Compostela, known as the Camino de Santiago ("the Way of St. James"), has attracted immense crowds across the centuries. The pilgrim paths to Compostela, in Galicia, form a network throughout Europe, dotted with hospices and chapels. St. James is the patron saint of Spain and pilgrims.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠July 25, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Have you ever caught yourself dismissing the Jewish lessons you learned as a child? Those Uncle Moishe songs and "simple" Torah stories might contain more wisdom than we give them credit for.The mountains competed for God's attention. Mount Tabor and Mount Carmel—majestic, impressive peaks—proudly proclaimed their worthiness to host the giving of the Torah. They boasted of their grandeur and demanded recognition. Yet God chose neither. Instead, the humble, unassuming Mount Sinai—which made no claims about its importance—was selected for the most momentous event in Jewish history. This wasn't coincidence but divine instruction: true honor finds those who don't chase it.The Medrash Rabbah teaches us that humility isn't just a nice character trait—it's so essential that God designed the very staging of the Torah revelation to demonstrate it. Similarly, when God says "Let us make man" in Genesis, the Creator of the universe models the importance of consulting with those perceived as lesser, even at the risk of the text being misinterpreted. These seemingly simple stories contain profound wisdom about how we should move through the world—listening more than speaking, valuing others' perspectives, and recognizing our own limitations.As adults, we have the capacity to engage with these teachings at a deeper level than we could as children. Instead of dismissing them as stories we've outgrown, what if we approached them with fresh eyes? The melodies may have introduced us to these concepts, but our mature minds can now appreciate their profound implications for our relationships and spiritual development. Take a moment today to reconsider a Jewish teaching from your childhood—its wisdom might be exactly what you need most right now.Support the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!Elevate your impact by becoming a TMC Emerald Donor! Your much-needed backing is crucial for our mission of disseminating the wisdom of the Torah. Join today for just $18.00 per month. (Use your maaser money!) https://buy.stripe.com/00g8xl5IT8dFcKc5ky---------------- SUBSCRIBE to The Weekly Parsha for an insightful weekly talk on the week's Parsha. Listen on Spotify or 24six! Access all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.org ----------------Questions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com

Friends of the Rosary,All the great theophanies in Christ's life occurred during the course of prayer.After His baptism, when Jesus was praying, the heavens opened and the Holy Spirit descended in the form of a dove.Likewise, it was during prayer that the transfiguration took place on Mount Tabor.It was while Mary was praying that the Angel Gabriel delivered his message, and the Holy Spirit overshadowed her.Through prayer, we prepare our souls for the advent of the Spirit. Every day at Mass,particularly at holy Communion, we see the power of the Holy Spirit coming down upon us.However, fiery tongues, as seen at Pentecost, won't be seen. But there is a manifestation of the Holy Spirit.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠June 14, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

In these chapters we meet two heroines through whom God delivered His people- Deborah and Jael. Deborah means bee and she brought sweetness for Israel and a destructive sting for Sisera and his host. She inspired Barak, whose name means lightning, to attack from the heights of Mount Tabor – a position from which escape was impossible with 10,000 men who trusted in God to deliver them. Barak was hesitant in allowing himself to rise to the heights of faith unless strongly encouraged by a mother in Israel, a prophetess of immense faith. Many a brother reluctantly takes on a task only because a wonderful woman stands up to support him. Barak placed his life and the 10,000 courageous men of Naphtali to place themselves at Yahweh's disposal. Let us too, despite our shortcomings, make ourselves available to do our Sovereign's will. When we do we will like Barak find strength in our time of need and the evidence of the Almighty energetically working in concert with His children. Despite our weaknesses the LORD uses His instruments to do His work. Sisera fled, only for the mighty general to fall victim to a courageous and faithful woman. Sisera fell victim to an insignificant tent peg. The praise and thanksgiving to God is celebrated in Deborah's song. Deborah describes the desperate and vulnerable state in which Israel found themselves. But the situation was changed by women and men who overcame by their faith and helped the Almighty to deliver His people. The prophetess also calls upon the LORD to judge those who apathetically fled the fight. Let us never underestimate the power of faithful women to inspire courageous activity in the ecclesia of the Living God.

Deborah stands out as one of the inspiring figures in biblical history. As a prophetess, a judge and courageous leader, she rose above all expectations in a society driven by patriarchal influence. Her story, recorded in Judges 4 and 5, recounts her reliance on divine wisdom, as well as her decisive leadership and unwavering faith in God's promises, as she rallied Israel to victory against their oppressors. Superior military technology At the time Deborah served as a judge, Israel as a nation was subjugated by King Jabin of Hazor whose general, Sisera, commanded an army equipped with 900 iron chariots. These chariots were intimidating because they were markedly superior to any of the weapons of warfare Israel possessed. For 20 years, King Jabin and Sisera ruthlessly oppressed Israel until the people finally cried out to God for deliverance. God would answer their cry through the faithfulness of Deborah. Deborah received divine instruction to summon Barak, a military commander, and told him to gather 10,000 warriors from the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun. She assured him that God would orchestrate the battle against Sisera at the Kishon River, ensuring victory. However, Barak hesitated and insisted that Deborah accompany him into battle. Deborah agreed but foretold that the ultimate victory—defeating Sisera—would be accomplished by a woman. The battle unfolded dramatically Barak led his forces to Mount Tabor, and Sisera responded by mobilizing his army with their superior military technology. God intervened by sending a sudden, torrential rainstorm, causing the battlefield to flood. Sisera's iron chariots, once a formidable advantage, become useless in the mud. His army was thrown into panic, and Barak pursued them, wiping out all of Sisera's forces. Prophecy fulfilled Though Sisera escaped the actual battle, he was killed by a woman who was not even from Israel. This small but important detail reinforces the sovereignty of God, as His word is always fulfilled, even if it is accomplished in unexpected ways. Deborah's leadership was marked by wisdom, humility and courage. She positioned herself to be used by God, patiently serving in her role as a judge until the time came for decisive action. Her ability to inspire faith and confidence in others played a crucial role in Israel's victory! Her story clearly reflects the importance of relying on God's guidance, acting with faith and recognizing godly leadership in unexpected places.

Pastor Damaris Solis brings this week's message, “Until I ____ Arose!" Judges 4:1-10 ESV: “And the people of Israel again did what was evil in the sight of the Lord after Ehud died. And the Lord sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor. The commander of his army was Sisera, who lived in Harosheth-hagoyim. Then the people of Israel cried out to the Lord for help, for he had 900 chariots of iron and he oppressed the people of Israel cruelly for twenty years. Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, was judging Israel at that time. She used to sit under the palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the people of Israel came up to her for judgment. She sent and summoned Barak the son of Abinoam from Kedesh-naphtali and said to him, “Has not the Lord, the God of Israel, commanded you, ‘Go, gather your men at Mount Tabor, taking 10,000 from the people of Naphtali and the people of Zebulun. And I will draw out Sisera, the general of Jabin's army, to meet you by the river Kishon with his chariots and his troops, and I will give him into your hand'?” Barak said to her, “If you will go with me, I will go, but if you will not go with me, I will not go.” And she said, “I will surely go with you. Nevertheless, the road on which you are going will not lead to your glory, for the Lord will sell Sisera into the hand of a woman.” Then Deborah arose and went with Barak to Kedesh. And Barak called out Zebulun and Naphtali to Kedesh. And 10,000 men went up at his heels, and Deborah went up with him.” Judges 5:7 ESV: “The villagers ceased in Israel; they ceased to be until I arose; I, Deborah, arose as a mother in Israel.” If you enjoyed the podcast, please subscribe and share it with your friends on social media. For more information about PNEUMA Church, visit our website at mypneumachurch.org.  Connect with Us: Instagram: https://instagram.com/mypneumachurch YouTube: https://youtube.com/mypneumachurch Facebook: https://facebook.com/mypneumachurch Time Stamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Welcome 04:18 - Judges 4:1-10 ESV 06:13 - Judges 5:17 ESV 07:08 - Until I ____ Arose!

What if you could recalibrate your life to hear God's voice above the noise and chaos of this world? From the 2nd Sunday of Lent, Fr. Dom dives deep into the heart of Lent, a season that's not just about giving up chocolate or coffee, but about repositioning yourself to know, love, and serve God in a way that changes everything.We start with a piece of Scripture that echoes through Lent: “If today you hear the Lord's voice, harden not your hearts.” It's a call to action, brothers, and I'm breaking it down for you—why it matters, where to find His voice, and what happens when we tune out. From Abram's 4,000-mile journey of faith 4,000 years ago to the transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor, I connect the dots to show how these ancient stories aren't just history—they're blueprints for us today. You'll hear about Abram's covenant with God, a wild ritual with split animals that proves God's promises are unbreakable, and how Jesus' disfigured body on the cross leads to our glorified future.But here's where it gets real: Lent isn't just a 40-day slog through the desert. It's a chance to meet Jesus where you're at—messy, broken, or doubting—and let Him work miracles in your life. I'll walk you through the power of the Eucharist, where science meets faith (yes, every Eucharistic miracle studied points to the flesh of Jesus' wounded heart), and why submitting to God—tough as it is—unlocks a strength you didn't know you had.Your Challenge: This week, carve out 15 minutes a day to sit in silence and listen for God's voice. No phone, no distractions—just you and Him. Journal what you hear, even if it's just a whisper. Then, hit Mass and receive the Eucharist with intention, asking God to transform your heart as you consume His. It's not easy, but it's worth it. Listen now to discover how to make this Lent your turning point—because when you give your heart to the Lord, He doesn't just take it; He transfigures it. Push play and let's journey into the desert together.3 Powerful Quotes“If you want to give your heart over to the Lord, you eat his heart. Every Eucharistic miracle, when it's given to scientists, just a piece of that Eucharistic miracle that has changed into the body and blood of God, when it's dissected and studied, it's always the flesh of Jesus' heart.”  “God makes his covenants with us and he holds himself accountable. That's how much he loves us and wants to redeem us.”  “He climbs Mount Calvary and on Mount Calvary his body is not transfigured but his body is greatly disfigured. Scourged, beaten, bruised, bloodied, whipped. You can't even know who he is. And he did that for you.”Submit to God's voice daily, even when it's hard. Start by listening in silence for 15 minutes—tune out the world and trust He'll meet you there. It's not about control; it's about surrender that builds unshakable faith.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!Ever wonder why the Transfiguration appears during Lent? This seemingly paradoxical pairing reveals a profound spiritual rhythm that defines the Christian journey.On this Ember Saturday of the first week of Lent, we climb Mount Tabor with Christ and his chosen apostles to witness his divine glory. The face that will soon be marred beyond recognition shines like the sun; the body that will be broken radiates majesty. But why this glorious revelation now, as we're just beginning our Lenten disciplines?The Transfiguration serves a dual purpose that speaks directly to our spiritual lives. First, it offers a glimpse of Easter glory - the resurrection brilliance that awaits beyond our fasting and prayer. Yet perhaps more importantly, this revelation prepared the apostles for the devastating shock of the Passion. As Saint Bernadette beautifully expressed, "The Christian life has not only its combats and trials, it also has its consolations. If we have to go from Tabor to Calvary, we come back from Calvary to Tabor."This pattern repeats throughout our spiritual journey. Those mountaintop moments - when prayer feels effortless and God's presence overwhelming - aren't simply divine rewards. They're strategic preparation for the valleys ahead. The consolations strengthen us for coming crosses. While we rightfully look forward to Easter joy during Lent, we must remember what stands between now and resurrection glory: Calvary.Join us in embracing both the consolations and crosses of this Lenten season. Through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, may we follow Christ from glory to suffering and back to eternal glory again. What spiritual consolations have prepared you for difficult seasons in your life?Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED25 at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Also sponsored by Quest Pipe Co. Get your St Isaac Jogues pipe here: https://questpipeco.com/discount/Amish?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fst-isaac-jogues-limited-edition********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://shop.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssSpiritusTV: https://spiritustv.com/@avoidingbabylonRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

“This may not be my best day, but I know the One who makes tomorrows better,” says the Rev. Daniel Kingsley, explaining how he hopes parishioners should leave the pews after hearing the homily on Sunday. “I think when people come to our pews, they bring the virtue of faith, charity, and sometimes, it's hope that they're grasping for.” Daniel Kingsley, the pastor of Saint Clare Church and the administrator of Saint Pius X Church in Rosedale, Queens, NY, is our featured guest on “Preach” for the Second Sunday in Lent, Year C. After preaching on the Transfiguration of Christ on Mount Tabor in Luke's Gospel, Daniel shares with host Ricardo da Silva, S.J., how preachers are called to inspire their communities to understand their faith as something active, something that transforms them and moves them to action. He emphasizes how important it is for us to live out our faith beyond the pews. “May our witness to the Good News help bring healing and wholeness in everyone we encounter and every place we travel,” he says. “It would be tragic if our Sunday ritual were just a Sunday ritual.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesus is the kingdom of God in person. And Jesus is the one who now fills all things everywhere with himself. What happened to Jesus on Mount Tabor when he was transfigured in appearance from an ordinary Galilean Jew into his true appearance as the glorious Son of God, is what will happen in the eschaton to all of God's creation.

Do we prioritize time alone with Jesus, or let the noise of life pull us away? This week, we dive into the transformative power of personal, intentional moments with God. Through the story of Jesus leading His disciples to Mount Tabor, we see that true strength for public witness starts in private surrender. Jesus calls us to set aside distractions and seek Him, allowing these private encounters to become the wellspring for our life and faith. In Matthew 17, Jesus models solitude, prayer, and a heart open to God's presence. As He chose, led, and revealed Himself to His disciples, He invites us to do the same—reflecting His glory in our lives by meeting with Him deeply and regularly. Together, we'll explore practical steps for intentional time with Jesus, recognizing that these private moments hold the power to ignite purpose and impact the world for His kingdom. Ready to go deeper in your walk with Christ? Take your next step at burnthickory.com/next.

You can send me a text if you have a comment or questionThe focus is on Nelson's great victory, but we also cover the Battle of the Pyramids, the Siege of Acre and the Battle of Mount Tabor.The strategic choice of Egypt as a way to defeat Britain, may sound crazy, but we go into French thinking.  This is Napoleon's and Tallyrand's best thinking on the subject.  It may not be that hopeful, whole lotta steps involved, but it's te best they got.  

A distraught father brought his sick boy to Jesus' disciples while Jesus was on Mount Tabor. But they were unable to cure the boy. Two reasons given are lack of faith and the need for prayer and fasting. Envy also makes our gifts and talents ineffective, says St. Paisios.

A distraught father brought his sick boy to Jesus' disciples while Jesus was on Mount Tabor. But they were unable to cure the boy. Two reasons given are lack of faith and the need for prayer and fasting. Envy also makes our gifts and talents ineffective, says St. Paisios.

A distraught father brought his sick boy to Jesus' disciples while Jesus was on Mount Tabor. But they were unable to cure the boy. Two reasons given are lack of faith and the need for prayer and fasting. Envy also makes our gifts and talents ineffective, says St. Paisios.

The children of Israel were being oppressed by their enemies but Deborah did not ask, “How much longer before God delivers us?” Instead, her approach was, “How much longer before we stand up and fight—with God on our side?” “Deborah, the wife of Lappidoth, was a prophet who was judging Israel at that time. She would sit under the Palm of Deborah, between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites would go to her for judgment. One day she sent for Barak son of Abinoam, who lived in Kedesh in the land of Naphtali. She said to him, “This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, commands you: Call out 10,000 warriors from the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun at Mount Tabor. And I will call out Sisera, commander of Jabin's army, along with his chariots and warriors, to the Kishon River. There I will give you victory over him.” Barak told her, “I will go, but only if you go with me.”” ‭‭Judges‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬-‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬ #kids, #christiankids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #biblestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #godisonourside, #standandseethesalvationofgod, #godisgood, #peacewithgod, #praiseispowerful, #praise, #bestrongandcourageous, #godiswithus, #fishbytesforkids, #fishbytes4kids, #fishbitesforkids, #fishbites4kids, #ronandcarriewebb, #roncarriewebb