Podcasts about Narrow Way

Pastor Brigette Kimmer dives into the bold teachings of Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing the choice between the world's easy road and the challenging, rewarding path of faith. Jesus urges us to embrace a life of authenticity and purpose, aligning with God's kingdom through acts like giving, praying, and forgiving. It highlights the inspiring story of Stephen, a true believer who stood firm and forgave even in the face of danger. She challenges us to ditch superficial paths and follow Jesus' transformative way, encouraging genuine commitment and reflection on our lives' true direction.

The Narrow Way (Sermon on the Mount Series) Episode 32 - Sunday, 10th August 2025.Sermon on the Mount Series Episode 32 [Matthew Chapter 7; Luke Chapter 13 (KJV)]1. Will everyone be saved? - Matthew 7:13-14 "Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it."2. The gate to the Kingdom is Narrow - Matthew 7:14 "Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it."3. The time for entering is now. - Luke 13:25 "When once the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door, and ye begin to stand without, and to knock at the door, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us; and he shall answer and say unto you, I know you not whence ye are:"4. Knowing about Jesus doesn't save you. Luke 13:26-28 "Then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity. There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets, in the kingdom of God, and you yourselves thrust out."5. God opens His arms wide. Luke 13:29 "And they shall come from the east, and from the west, and from the north, and from the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God."

Send us a textThis week on Harvest Sarasota, Pastor Dan flips the script on one of Christianity's most misused scriptures — the "narrow gate" in Matthew 7. From debunking hellfire guilt-trips to calling out modern-day Pharisees, this message challenges religious traditions that exclude, divide, and destroy. Discover why the true narrow way leads to justice, inclusion, and sacrificial love — and how weaponized religion may be the real path to destruction. If you've ever felt pushed out of church, this message is your open door back in.Jesus wasn't a nationalist. And neither are we.#TheNarrowWay #NotTheNarrowMinded #FaithOverFear #HarvestSarasota #InclusiveChurch #ProgressiveChristianity #JusticeIsGospel #Bonhoeffer #DeconstructingEvangelicalism #LoveYourNeighbor #ChurchHurt #FaithAndPolitics #JesusIsJustice  Harvest is a fully affirming, inclusive (including the LGBTQ+ community) progressive Christian church located in Sarasota, Florida.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram - Instagram.com/harvestsarasotaFacebook - Facebook.com/harvestsarasotaTikTok CLICK HEREDONATE to support our podcast HERERecorded live at Harvest Church in Sarasota by Michael Thomas Regina and Stephen Lehman of Boardtown Creative

Jesus just finishes teaching us to how to pray and also to how to fast. It is here that the second half of his most famous Sermon on the Mount begins. Jesus starts landing the plane speaking about treasures. Matthew 6:19-21 is our main text in part 9 of our series “The Narrow Way." Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANPMBQ/envelope/start

Jesus' words in this message called the Sermon on the Mount challenged the disciples to live the ways of God right where they were. The same is true today. These words show us what it truly means to pursue the ways of God in this world we live in. This is not an easy calling. There is deep, inner work required. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 6:5-18 —words that move us towards a deep, hidden life characterized by prayer and fasting. Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANPMBQ/envelope/start

Pastor Larry Smith breaks down Matthew 7:13–23 with a challenge that hits home: The way of the Kingdom is radically different from how most Christians are living today.Jesus calls us off the wide road and into a life that actually follows Him — not just in name, but in action. Real faith walks the narrow path.#TheNarrowWay #NewLifePhilly #Matthew7 #KingdomLiving #PastorLarrySmith #UrbanFaith We'd love to connect with you https://newlifephilly.churchcenter.com/people/forms/224507 Would you like Prayer today? https://newlifephilly.churchcenter.com/people/forms/382423We pray the New Life Philly Podcast encourages you today! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube at NewLifePhilly.

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Jesus' disciples had an idea of what God's Kingdom, i.e. "the good life" would be like. But it wasn't same picture Jesus revealed in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus' words in this message challenged them, showing what it means to truly live pursuing the heart of God. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 5:33-42—words that inspire us to have congruence between what's in our heart and what's lived out in our life. Jesus takes us beyond the surface, moving us to a deep life of integrity, with love as our motivation.   This Sabbath, Pastor Tara VinCross will preach a message entitled: "The Narrow Way: On Keeping our Word and Getting Even."

“Love your enemies.” It's one of Jesus' most quoted commands—and one of His most misunderstood and difficult. What did Jesus really mean when He said it? Does loving our enemies mean staying silent in the face of harm? Pretending everything is okay? Agreeing with people who've wounded us? This Sabbath at Azure Hills, in a message titled "The Bridge Between Us," Pastor Daniel takes us deeper into Matthew 5:43–48, where Jesus calls us to a love that breaks boundaries—a love that refuses to play favorites, a love that isn't soft but strong, not passive but deeply intentional. Together, we'll name the false assumptions that keep us from this kind of radical love—and explore how to love the way Jesus loves. Be ready to be challenged. Be ready to see love in a new light. Because when we love like this… we show the world what God is like.   Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--Hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANPMBQ/envelope/start

Let's unpack a life-transforming paradox in Jesus' teaching (Matt. 7:13-14). Jesus says that the spacious life (life that is full of peace, satisfaction, joy and more) is found by actually squeezing through the narrow gate and following Jesus on this narrow path by putting His teachings into practice. The path is difficult, uncomfortable, and even feels constricting but it's the path that actually leads to a spacious life with God here and now. Who's up for a hike?

Choosing the Narrow Way - Jamie Cox. Individual Messages series. © theBarn, 2025.

Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: actor, comedian, singer-songwriter, and co-creator and star of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Rachel Bloom! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals such as “Ask AI” and audio rebuses. Subscribe to The Puzzler podcast wherever you get your podcasts! "The Puzzler with A.J. Jacobs" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is a co-production with Neuhaus Ideas. Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas, and Lindsay Hoffman of iHeart Podcasts. The show is produced by Jody Avirgan and Brittani Brown of Roulette Productions. Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nicholas Jamerson is regarded as one of the finer songwriters in the current Americana, folk and country scene. His heartfelt lyrics of love, loss and lamentation born from the hills of Eastern Kentucky were the foundation of the success of Sundy Best, his award-winning band and collaboration with Kris Bentley. But after its temporary break-up/hiatus, Jamerson continued writing and recording as a solo act, often backed by the Morning Jays, his support band. He's churned out six studio and two live albums over the last decade, the newest of which, The Narrow Way, dropped June 20. It is the third album in a trilogy preceded by The Wild Frontier (2020) and Peace Mountain (2023). Jamerson joined Roots Music Rambler this week to talk about the new album, which he acknowledged is a bit meditative about life, love and loss. He also talked about his new status as an elder statesman in the folk/singer-songwriter space, how he balances projects like Sundy Best which still tours, and his past as a high school and college football star. You'll notice Jamerson repeats the notion that songs and songwriting are his “work.” We're lucky to be able to experience the craftsmanship. Frank and Falls also file their 2025 Americana Music Association Awards Ballot and have their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' choices of recommendations of new music for you to experience.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Nicholas Jamerson Online Nicholas Jamerson on Patreon Nicholas Jamerson on Spotify Sundy Best Online Sundy Best on Spotify Nicholas Jamerson on Instagram Nicholas Jamerson on Facebook The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations The Gypsy Kings The Creekers Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus paints a picture of what it means to be part of the Kingdom of God —not a kingdom of violence or domination, but one of hope, marked by mercy, justice, and humble power. We will reflect on Jesus' words from Matthew 5:17-20—words that inspire us to believe in Jesus as the fulfillment of who we were made to be, and that invite us to hold onto hope for what matters most. Pastor Tara VinCross will preach a message entitled: "The Narrow Way: Fulfillment."

Counter Formed | Week 8This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. In this series, we are learning about the ways of Jesus. As we follow Jesus, we are being counter formed out of the ways of the world and into the ways of Jesus.

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus paints a picture of what it means to be part of His kingdom—not a kingdom of violence or domination, but a subversive one that is marked by mercy, justice, and humble power. This Sabbath we reflect on His words from Matthew 5:13–16—words that call us to be salt and light. These are not just poetic metaphors. They are a summons. A mission. A sacred calling. Pastor Gabriel Morales will preach a message entitled: "The Narrow Way: Salt and Light."

Pastor Daniel kicks off Azure Hills' summer series "The Narrow Way" with Matthew 5:1–12—Jesus' most iconic and subversive teaching. Though it spans just three chapters (Matthew 5–7), the Sermon on the Mount completely redefines what it means to live a good life. What if blessing doesn't look like success? What if the kingdom belongs not to the strong but to the poor in spirit? In a world chasing power, applause, and performance, Jesus offers something radically different. He invites us into the narrow way—not a rigid or rule-heavy path, but the Jesus way—a way marked by mercy, honesty, courage, justice, and deep trust in a God who draws near to the broken.

This Sunday we're starting into the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount.

In this message, Pastor Marco continues our message series on the cost of discipleship. Jesus says there are only two roads that are presented to everyone. The narrow road leads to life but the wide road leads to destruction. Those who follow Him should expect to travel the path of obedience, surrender, and trust.

Drifting from the Narrow Way: Biblically Evaluating Practices That Promise More of God | Women's Hot Topic 2025 | Stephanie Schwartz

Following Jesus and living the Beatitudes leads to divine life but it also leads to persecution. The final Beatitude is not limited to those who suffer violent persecution; to be rejected and ridiculed and misunderstood is part of living the Jesus way. This final beatitude comes with the same blessing as the first.

In Week 16 of our Sermon on the Mount series, Pastor Aaron McRae leads us through one of the most compelling sections of Jesus' teaching — a warning about choices, character, and counterfeit spirituality. Drawing from Matthew 7:13–29, this message explores the narrow vs. wide gate, true vs. false prophets, and the ultimate test of a life built on Jesus.Jesus calls us to a higher standard — not just external behavior but inward transformation. We're challenged to examine the voices we follow, the fruit we bear, and the foundation we build our lives upon. This sermon unpacks how to discern truth in a world full of false promises and how to recognize those who distort God's Word for selfish gain.**Big Idea: We must choose whose voice we trust to speak for God — and live accordingly. Jesus alone is the way, the truth, and the life.**Topics Covered:The narrow and wide gates (Matthew 7:13–14)False prophets in sheep's clothingGood vs. bad fruit (Galatians 5)Activity without intimacy: “I never knew you”Building your life on the rock, not sandResources & Scripture References:Scripture:Matthew 7:13–29Matthew 16:24, John 14:6Galatians 5:19–23John 10:10, John 15:1–5Deuteronomy 30:15–20, Joshua 24:151 John 4:2, 1 Corinthians 12:3, 2 Peter 2:1–3Authors & Quotes:John Mark Comer, Live No Lies – “We make our decisions, and then our decisions make us…”Jonathan T. Pennington, The Sermon on the Mount & Human FlourishingSinclair Ferguson – On the nature of Jesus' teachingThe Bible Project – Greek word “krino” (judge), spiritual discernmentNext Steps:Examine your heart for true spiritual fruitBuild your life on the foundation of ChristCommit to God's Word as your source of truthPray: “Jesus, I give you my life.”

LUKE 13:22-35

•The Fisher Girls A Story Told Through Music Sisters Alma and Raquel, the dynamic duo known as The Fisher Girls, are a rising force in the music scene, hailing from Baltimore,Maryland. Their music, born from deeply personal experiences of loss and heartache, is a powerful testament to their faith and their ability to channel raw emotion into captivating, melodic sounds. •The Fisher Girls have already made a significant impact. In 2022, their contributions were recognized with a Grammy Consideration for their appearance on the R&B compilation WhoMag Vol. 8. This success was followed by a notable feature in the film The Company You Keep. Their music has also graced the covers of several magazines, including the 37th and 38th Annual Stellar Awards Souvenir Journal, for their singles "Narrow Way" and "Let You Go." Building on this momentum, their latest release, "Let You Go," has also garnered a Grammy consideration and been included in anR&B compilation. •With these early successes, The Fisher Girls are poised for greatness. Guided by their unwavering faith in God, they are excited about the future and eagerly await the next chapter of their musical journey.•“Narrow Way” By The Fisher Girls is available for downloads and streaming on all digital platforms.•Please send Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ •You may Subscribe to the podcast and be alerted when the newest episode is published. Subscribe on Spotify and we will know you are a regular listener. All 4+ Seasons of guests are still live; check out some other Podcast Episodesover 200 episodes are available. •LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST •There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebook page ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.   •Please "like" and follow the page for all updates and postings •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •BOOK RELEASES"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!" •“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”••COMING JULY 2025 •"Molding a Black Princess"Pre-Order Information https://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

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Have you ever felt the tension between staying true to your values and chasing visible success? I have—and I know I'm not alone. In today's The Estherpreneur's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to lead a business that honors God—not just in branding, but in the deep places where decisions are made.I'm sharing a parable that will challenge how you view success, revealing the subtle compromises we justify, and exposing how easily the world's standards creep into Kingdom work. We'll look at how Jesus defines righteousness (hint: it's not what the world applauds) and how Ecclesiastes and Proverbs offer practical, timeless wisdom for today's Christian entrepreneur.If you've been trying to build, grow, or rebuild and you're tired of feeling like you're striving without peace—this is your reminder: you don't have to choose between impact and integrity.

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The Most Controversial Sermon Ever Preached - Week WiveMatthew 7:12-14Ebony Lovely

Sermon By: Pastor Roman Folia (The Gospel of Matthew pt. 23)

The Beatitudes reveal the personality and the heart of Jesus. This 5th Beatitude “Blessed are the Merciful” tells us that blessed are the ones who show loyal love and grace”Unique to this Beatitude is the fact that it is the only Beatitude where the blessing and the promise match. When we extend mercy to others this positions our being to be in a place of receiving God's mercy and healing in our lives.

The message by one of Liberty's Elders looks at what is important to God, what it means to see God and what we can do to develop a heart that is pure.

To follow Jesus means that we are invited to live in the peace that He gives us - peace with God, peace with Jesus, peace within ourselves, offering and making peace in the world around usIn this message Ps Trent looks at the difference between peacemakers and peacekeepers, as well as challenging our thinking process around managing conflict. Learn how to live with inner peace.

Matthew 7:7-12

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Here Trent looks at "What does meekness look like?" and "What does it mean to inherit the earth?"  We learn that meekness means full of power, but restraining that power for the sake of love. When Jesus says the meek will inherit the earth He is directly quoting Ps 37 which is all about God's plan to elevate the poor and oppressed and the unimportant,

The Narrow Way - Gospel Portion (Luke 13:22-35): The Second Sunday in Lent 3/16/2025 by Shawn Ozbun

Pastor David Strader - 03.09.2025

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Kendrick Diaz discusses Matthew 7:13-14—“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it.”

Matthew 7:13-14 — “Why are Christians so narrowminded?” This is a frequent charge against Christians, but according to Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones, the great danger is actually when Christians in the church become broadminded. In order to curry favor with “the man of learning,” the church is cutting and trimming the gospel message. Instead Christians must embrace the narrow way, and preach the whole truth of the gospel with holy boldness. In this sermon on Matthew 7:13–14 titled “The Narrow Way,” Dr. Lloyd-Jones examines the words of Jesus Christ who taught much on the soul during His years of ministry on the earth. Dr. Lloyd-Jones gives several examples of Jesus's life and teaching where He focused on the human response to His message. The message of Jesus Christ is intimately narrow, and intensely personal so that every individual must face it alone. The narrowness of the gospel is seen most clearly in the saving work of Jesus Christ, because there is no other way of salvation. Jesus lived His whole life on earth by the narrow way, eventually leading to His death on the cross. But the narrow way ultimately leads to eternal life as seen in the risen Lord, Jesus Christ. The wide way, however, leads to destruction.

  Obedience to the ways of Jesus can sound closed-minded or restrictive, but in today's episode we're breaking down that myth for good.   We're delighted to have pastor Rich Villodas join us today to talk about what it looks like to live on the Narrow Path Jesus taught about, and why it creates the most expansive life you could have. Learn what cultural Christianity gets wrong about the way of Jesus and how to walk the narrow way for a more joy filled life and marriage.    We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage.    Episode highlights include:  Signs you're not living out the Narrow Path Jesus taught about  Learn the damaging beliefs of cultural Christianity that don't align with Jesus' teaching  Ways that shallow faith shows up in marriage - and what to do about it  Internal shifts to help you value what matters to your spouse    Sign up for Dr. Kim's Marriage Multiplier email for quick weekly marriage tips!   *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!    Couples Conversation Guide:    Main takeaway:  Dying to self to live in Christ is the path to a full and expansive life. What would it look like to live this out in your marriage today?    Questions to Discuss:  How are you doing with each of the cultural values of successism, moralism, and hyperindividualism in your marriage?  What growth step would help you follow the narrow way of Jesus more closely with each of those?  QUOTES  “It seems restrictive on the outside, but ultimately following Jesus leads to greater spaciousness in our lives.” - Rich Villodas   “Is it possible for Christians to be on the ‘broad path'? Absolutely. Which is why the Sermon on the Mount is a wake up call to the kind of discipleship that Jesus is calling us to live into.” -  Rich Villodas   “Jesus is saying, ‘the kind of life you were designed for is found in my teachings.'” -  Rich Villodas  “We might be on the broad path if we are organizing our lives according to worldly notions of what success is.” -  Rich Villodas “The paradox of the Christian life is that to die in Christ is to actually come alive and truly live.” - Rich Villodas MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Rich's new book The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls Find more from Rich on his website, on Instagram,   and learn more about his church, NewLife.nyc  Ready to break free from negative thought patterns? Use these 11 Prayers to get you on the right path!  Grab the beloved House Prayer Cards and make praying over your home a regular part of your day!  Our ministry is made possibly ONLY through our generous donors. Plus, they get each month's new marriage resource automatically, as well as some other exclusive perks! Learn more about Marriage Changers Membership here.  Sign up for Dr. Kim's Marriage Multiplier email for quick weekly marriage tips!