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Mini: Let's review the story of the Wise men through the songs "Here We Come to Bethlehem", We Three Kings", and "Into My Heart" with our memory verse Matt.2:11 "They presented their gifts to Him." Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Sabbath School panel discussion and insight by 3ABN pastors and teachers. This podcast episode follows 2025 quarter 3, lesson 2 of the adult Bible study guide book. This quarter's book topic is “Exodus”. and this week's Sabbath School lesson is titled “The Burning Bush” Join us every week for a fresh and relevant study of the word of God. Reading: Exod. 18:3, 4 | Exod. 3:1-22 | Gen. 22:11, 15-18 | Exod. 6:3 | Joel 2:32 | Exod. 4:1-31 | Gen. 17:10, 11. Memory Text: "And the LORD said: 'I have surely seen the oppres­sion of My people who are in Egypt, and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sorrows. So I have come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up from that land to a good and large land, to a land flowing with milk and honey' " (Exodus 3: 7, 8, NKJV). (July 5 - July 11) Sunday (John Lomacang) - “The Burning Bush”Monday (Shelley Quinn) - “The Angel of the Lord” Tuesday (Jill Morikone) - “The Name of the Lord”Wednesday (Ryan Johnson) - “Four Excuses”Thursday (James Rafferty) - “The Circumcision” Want the Panelists' notes? You can sign up here: https://3abnsabbathschoolpanel.com/notes/ Questions or Comments? Email us at mail@3abn.org Donate: https://3abn.org/donate-quick.html

He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety [NKJV]

Have you ever wondered why God put stars in the sky? Let's find out what special messages God put in the sky for the wise men and for us today. Mem vs. Matt.2:11. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp// Child helpers: Sam, Audrey, Heidi, and Kent. Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Weariness Is A Weapon But God Wants to Move • Friday Service If you'd like to support the ministry, please visit: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Learn more at: www.PastorTodd.org Ezekiel 37:4-5 (NKJV) “Again He said to me, ‘Prophesy to these bones, and say to them, “O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! Thus says the Lord GOD to these bones: ‘Surely I will cause breath to enter into you, and you shall live.'” Amos 5:23-24 (NKJV) “Take away from Me the noise of your songs… But let justice run down like water, and righteousness like a mighty stream.” Galatians 6:4 (NKJV) “But let each one examine his own work, and then he will have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.” Revelation 12:10 (NKJV) “…the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down.” Philippians 3:13-14 (NKJV) “…forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize…” Matthew 7:5 (NKJV) “First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye.” Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV) “When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind… And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”

Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. [NKJV]

Bible Translations Series Part 3 Welcome back to Relevance For Today for the final episode of our powerful 3-part series on popular Bible translations! If you haven't listened to Part 1 and 2 yet, I highly recommend starting there to get the full experience. In this episode, we're diving deeper into how to choose the best Bible translation for your personal growth, Bible study, and spiritual journey. With so many different Bible versions out there—NLT, ESV, NKJV, NIV, and more—it can be overwhelming to pick the one that's right for you. That's why I'm breaking down several top Bible translations, using reliable online resources, to help you compare readability, accuracy, and purpose behind each one. Whether you're a new believer or a seasoned follower of Christ, this episode will guide you in choosing a translation that will deepen your walk with God. As always, thank you for tuning in to the Relevance For Today Podcast Show. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend, loved one, or even a stranger. Let's spread the Word together! Connect with me and explore more content through my LinkTree https://linktr.ee/RelevanceForToday  

Acts 12-14

Psalm 119:1-88

I Kings 1-2; Psalms 37; 71; 94

Psalms 111-118

Acts 9-11

I Chronicles 26-29; Psalms 127

I Chronicles 23-25

Acts 7-8

Psalm 108-110

Psalms 131; 138-139; 143-145

Have you ever wondered why God put stars in the sky? Let's find out what special messages God put in the sky for the wise men and for us today. Mem vs. Matt.2:11. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp// Child helpers: Sam, Audrey, Heidi, and Kent. Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

All Bible verses are from the NKJV.Podcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinConnect with us:Email: seedpod@startingwithjesus.com Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod for Kids YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

Behold, I make all things new [NKJV]

The LORD will guide you continually, And satisfy your soul in drought. [NKJV]

See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it. [NKJV]

If you faint in the day of adversity, Your strength is small. [NKJV]

You, O LORD, are a shield for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head [NKJV]

There shall no longer be a pricking brier or a painful thorn. [NKJV]

Friday, 4 July 2025   “But to what shall I liken this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to their companions, Matthew 11:16   “And to what I will liken this generation? It is like children in markets, sitting and addressing their companions” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus declared that he who has ears to hear should hear. That was stated in regard to John being the Elijah who was anticipated in the book of Malachi. Now, knowing that many will not heed His words, He addresses the crowd, beginning with, “And to what I will liken this generation?”   Who Jesus is speaking about in this verse and the coming verses is debated. Although getting ahead in the commentary, this must be determined at some point. Some see “this generation” of this clause as Jesus' comparison to John and Himself. Others see it in reverse, meaning Jesus is referring to Himself and John as the children calling out.   To understand further, Jesus continues, saying, “It is like children in markets, sitting and addressing their companions.”   Here, the word agora is introduced. It signifies the town square, but the term is then extended at times to signify a market or thoroughfare. Therefore, there are children playing. These are small children in view of all who come through, where the people are gathered. As they play, they address those around them, here called “their companions.”   As for who “this generation” is referring to, seemingly convincing arguments are given for both views. For example, the Pulpit Commentary says –   (1) Many modern commentators (e.g. Meyer; Trench,' Studies,' p. 148) insist on the grammar and on the historical order in which the complaints are made, and believe that the Jews correspond to the pipers and the mourners, while it is John that refuses to rejoice, and our Lord that will not be sad.   (2) But the more usual interpretation is preferable. For   (a) in an illustrative saying one has chiefly to regard its general sense;   (b) in verse. 18, 19 the action of John and of our Lord in “coming” corresponds to the activity of the children;   (c) this interpretation seems much more in accordance with the context. The verses are therefore to be understood as meaning- John mourned in urging repentance, our Lord rejoiced in gospel liberty and preaching, but both alike were only ridiculed by the Jews. Markets; marketplaces (Revised Version); for there is no thought of the children helping their elders in traffic. And calling (which call, Revised Version) unto their fellows. Addressing them, but not necessarily noisily (Luke 6:13; Luke 13:12). Matthew 11:16   Vincent's Word Studies says –   “The Rev. Donald Fraser gives the picture simply and vividly: ‘He pictured a group of little children playing at make-believe marriages and funerals. First they acted a marriage procession; some of them piping as on instruments of music, while the rest were expected to leap and dance. In a perverse mood, however, these last did not respond, but stood still and looked discontented. So the little pipers changed their game and proposed a funeral. They began to imitate the loud wailing of eastern mourners. But again they were thwarted, for their companions refused to chime in with the mournful cry and to beat their breasts....So the disappointed children complained: ‘We piped unto you and ye did not dance; we wailed, and ye did not mourn. Nothing pleases you. If you don't want to dance, why don't yon mourn?...It is plain that yon are in bad humor, and determined not to be pleased'” (“Metaphors in the Gospels”). The issue is between the Jews (this generation) and the children of wisdom, Matthew 11:19.”   These arguments will be considered in the coming verses. However, a simple way to determine which view is likely correct is to look at the words “this generation.” In doing so, the likely view will be revealed. They are listed (as translated by the NKJV) as, Matthew 11:16, Matthew 12:41, Matthew 12:42, Matthew 12:45, Matthew 24:34, Mark 8:12, Mark 8:38, Mark 13:30, Luke 7:31, Luke 11:29, Luke 11:30, Luke 11:32, Luke 11:50, Luke 11:51, Luke 17:25, Luke 21:32, Acts 2:40. Note: Luke 16:8 is also close in thought to these verses. Likewise, other verses, such as Luke 9:41, though not using the term “this” still refer to the same generation in the same manner.   Reading those verses will reveal which view is most likely the correct one, even before all the verses related to Jesus' words here are completed. In fact, every other instance identifies the same particular category. If the words “this generation” here are not referring to what they are, it would be an outlier.   Life application: Although in Scripture there are times when words are used in a sense different from the more common rendering, it can generally be expected that selected words will be used in a consistent manner. In some instances, the consistency will help definitively identify what is being said or pictured.   Therefore, doing word and phrase studies is a very helpful tool when analyzing passages. Doing it from English translations may bring out false comparisons because translators often use the same word to translate different words, or they will use different words to translate the same word.   Such inconsistencies will cause an analysis to be off a bit. Doing word studies in the original languages is rather easy, but phrase studies can be a bit more difficult. At times, there are commentaries that have already done such studies, thus saving the effort. But even then, scholars can make errors. Therefore, if possible, it is still good to verify their work.   When reading commentaries, don't just hurriedly accept one because it sounds right. Reading those given above, the scholars have come to exactly the opposite conclusions. But if you were only provided with one of the commentaries, you might think that it sounds correct and agree.   However, with the two contrasting views, you can see that more thought and study are needed. As no commentary reviewed for this study analyzed the words “this generation,” it seemed like a logical point to check.   Expand on what you read. Consider what you come across. Think about what is being said and why the words are being provided by God in His word. Spend your time in the word wisely and check things out. It is a marvelous treasure of wonder and delight.   Lord God, help us to judiciously consider Your word, contemplating it from many angles and doing our best to determine what is right. May our conclusions be based on more than picking and choosing what we like or initially think, but on a careful analysis of what is presented. Help us in this, O God. Amen.

Nope Part of the IWTRW UFO Movies Series Recorded: 15 Jun 2025 Edited: 03 Jul 2025 Released: 04 Jul 2025 Check out an addendum with some info that got left out of the discussion, as well as those promised images, here: https://iwtrw.fireside.fm/articles/nope-no-notes Links: Jordan Peele: ‘Black people have a different relationship to sci-fi' | Dazed How a UCLA fish scientist helped the alien in Jordan Peele's ‘Nope' seem terrifyingly real The Surprising Animal Science Behind Jordan Peele's ‘Nope' 'Nope' explained: Gordy the chimpanzee and more clues to unpacking Jordan Peele's epic Bible Gateway passage: Nahum 3:6 - New King James Version Actual Reports of Sky Beasts via The Cryptonaut Podcast: #12: Gargantuan Gliders – The Cryptonaut Podcast #67: Crawfordsville Monster – The Cryptonaut Podcast #68: Hampton Bays Sky Rays – The Cryptonaut Podcast #232: Sky Beasts Ahoy! Atmospheric Monsters Attack – The Cryptonaut Podcast Music: “Dark Science” by David Hilowitz “The Truth Is What We Make of It” by The Agrarians “Nope” by Michael Abels All our episodes are at iwtrw.com (or at iwanttorewatch.com, if you want to type more letters for some reason). Links for everything else I Want To Rewatch-related (including our sweet merch) are at I Want To Rewatch | Linktree.

Bible Reading: Romans 3:22-26; Titus 3:5-7Rosita wiped sweat from her forehead, then got back to scrubbing the pot in the sink. She was working as hard as she could to clean the kitchen before Mom got home. They'd had a fight that morning, and Rosita was sorry for the things she'd said. She sighed and scrubbed harder. I want this kitchen sparkling clean when Mom gets home from work, she thought. That'll make up for it.She glanced into the living room where her little brother was watching cartoons. "Hugo, bring your plate and cup here so I can wash them. And I just mopped the floor, so be careful!" But Hugo wasn't careful. He ran in and slipped when his socks hit the wet floor. His plastic dishes went flying into the air as he went sprawling across the kitchen, milk and crumbs raining down on top of him.Rosita gasped. "Hugo!" Just then the door opened and Mom walked in. "Wow," she said. "What a mess." Rosita covered her face with her soapy hands and burst into tears. Mom and Hugo stared at her for a moment before Mom sent him upstairs to wash the milk out of his hair. "Rosita, what's wrong?" Mom asked."I--I've been working hard to clean the kitchen all afternoon. I wanted everything to be sparkling clean when you got here because I felt bad about what I said this morning. I wanted to make things right.""Oh, honey." Mom gave her a hug. "You don't have to clean the kitchen to make things right with me. You're my daughter--I love you, and I'll always forgive you. But I know the feeling. In fact, I used to try to do the same thing with God. I thought I could make up for my wrongs by doing something right. But it wasn't enough.""Because the only way to make things right with God is through Jesus, right?" "You got it," said Mom. "When we trust Him to save us, He forgives our sins and makes us sparkling clean." Rosita nodded. "I'm sorry for what I said this morning, Mom. Will you forgive me?" "Of course." Mom grabbed a mop from the closet. "And now I'm going to make this kitchen sparkling clean!" –Courtney LasaterHow About You?Are you working hard to make things right with God? Are you trying to do good things so He'll forgive you for the bad things you've done? No matter what you do, it won't make up for your sin. Only Jesus can make you right with God. He died and rose again so you could be forgiven and have all your sins washed away. Confess your sin and trust in Him, and He will forgive you. (To learn more, click the "Good News!" button in the right column of this page or go to www.keysforkids.org/goodnews.)Today's Key Verse:If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (NKJV) (1 John 1:9)Today's Key Thought:Only Jesus makes things right

Stable in an Unstable Generation • Friday Service To Give: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Website: www.PastorTodd.org 1. Hebrews 12:27–28 (NKJV) “Now this, ‘Yet once more,' indicates the removal of those things that are being shaken, as of things that are made, that the things which cannot be shaken may remain. Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us have grace, by which we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear.” 2. Matthew 7:24–25 (NKJV) “Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock… and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock.” 3. Romans 8:14 (NKJV) “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” 4. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV) “Pray without ceasing.” 5. Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV) “You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” 6. 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” 7. Psalm 92:13 (NKJV) “Those who are planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God.” 8. Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV) “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” 9. 1 Peter 1:16 (NKJV) “Be holy, for I am holy.” 10. Colossians 3:2 (NKJV) “Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.” 11. Proverbs 3:5–6 (NKJV) “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” 12. Psalm 125:1 (NKJV) “Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.”

The Call to Be Set Apart • Sunday Service   Website: www.PastorTodd.org To give: www.ToddCoconato.com/give   Good morning, church. Today, we will delve into a crucial aspect of our Christian walk—the call to be set apart. This call is not just an invitation but a mandate for every believer. Being set apart means living a life that reflects God's holiness and love in a world that often opposes His ways. This can be challenging, but it is essential for our spiritual growth and witness. 1. Called to Be Holy 1 Peter 1:15-16 (NKJV) "but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, 'Be holy, for I am holy.'" 2. A Distinct People Deuteronomy 14:2 (NKJV) "For you are a holy people to the Lord your God, and the Lord has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples who are on the face of the earth." 3. Transformed by Renewal Romans 12:2 (NKJV) "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." 4. Light in the Darkness Matthew 5:14-16 (NKJV) "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." 5. Living as Pilgrims 1 Peter 2:11-12 (NKJV) "Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation." 6. Walking in the Spirit Galatians 5:16-17 (NKJV) "I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish." 7. Embracing Suffering for Christ 2 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV) "Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution." 8. Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." Being set apart is not merely a command; it is our identity in Christ. It is challenging, often counter-cultural, and sometimes brings suffering. However, it also brings the joy of walking closely with God and witnessing His transformative power in our lives and the lives of others. Let us commit to living lives that honor God, shining as lights in this dark world, and drawing others to His marvelous light. Amen. CCLI: 21943673

JUN. 24, 2025Called to overcome (1)"He who overcomes shall inherit all things." Rev 21:7 NKJVA pastor writes: "All of us want every day to be a good day. But if every day was a good day, there would be no 'good' days, because there wouldn't be any bad days to compare the good days to… Sickness helps us appreciate health. Failure helps us appreciate success. Debt helps us appreciate wealth. And the tough times help us appreciate the good times... Adversity is often the seedbed of opportunity [because it has] a way of bringing the best out of us... Adversity is often a blessing in disguise. We dream of zero gravity. We imagine what life would be like without any problems or issues or challenges.But from a biological perspective, zero gravity is hazardous to your health. Astronauts who spend any length of time in zero gravity experience serious medical complications.Without any resistance, they lose muscle mass and bone density, they experience high pulse rates and heart palpitations, and they can barely walk after re-entering the earth's atmosphere. We may dream of zero gravity, but what we really need is a healthy dose of adversity. The people God uses the most are often the people who have experienced the most adversity. This isn't necessarily...what you want to read, but it's true. Adversity can produce an increased capacity to serve God." Why? Because adversity causes us to turn to God, lean on God, seek God, and get to know God in a way we otherwise wouldn't. Some of God's greatest promises in Scripture begin with the words "to him who overcomes." The Bible says, "People who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits" (Da 11:32 NKJV).Called to overcome The tough times help us appreciate the good times.Called to overcome. (2)"This is the victory that has overcome the world -our faith." 1Jn 5:4 NKJVA pastor encourages us: "PsychoanalystAlfred Adler conducted a fascinating research project that popularized the theory of compensation. He studied art students and discovered that seventy percent of them suffered from optical anomalies. He found degenerative traces in the ears of great composers like Mozart and Beethoven. And he cited numerous examples of other people who eventually became successful in the area of their greatest weakness. Adler believed that birth defects, poverty, illness, and negative circumstances often prove to be the springboard for success...God wants to recycle your adversity and turn it into a ministry. People go through a painful divorce or the death of a child or a destructive addiction, but God helps them climb out of the pit so they can help others in similar circumstances. One of the most paralyzing mistakes we make is thinking that our problems somehow disqualify us from being used by God... No one rolls out the red carpet and invites tragedy into their life, but our greatest gifts and passions are often the byproduct of our worst tragedies and failures. Trials have a way of helping us rediscover our purpose in life." The problems God has brought you through become a platform upon which you can stand and minister to others."Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God" (2Co 1:3-4 NIV).Called to overcome  God wants to recycle your adversitySend us a textSupport the showChanging Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!

JUL. 1, 2025The challenge of developing leaders (3)."The things you have heard me say... entrust to reliable people." 2Ti 2:2 NIVA leadership expert who conducted a poll to find out how people came to be leaders writes: "I asked if they became leaders because (a) they were given a position; (b) there was a crisis in the organization; or (c) they had been mentored. More than 80 percent indicated that they were leaders because someone had mentored them in leadership-had taken them through the process...As leaders, if we feel any uncertainty or insecurity about the leadership development process, it is usually not related to the training we give. The uncertainty we feel comes when we contemplate releasing our leaders to lead. It is not dissimilar to what parents feel with their kids. My children are grown and have families of their own, but when they were teenagers, the hardest thing for my wife and me was releasing them to go their own way and make their own decisions.It is scary, but if you don't let them try out their wings, they will never learn to fly. As I have grown older, I have come to think of myself as a lid lifter. That is my main function as a team leader. If I can lift the leadership lids for the members of my team, then I am doing my job. The more barriers I remove for my people, the more likely they are to rise up to their potential." Jesus told His disciples, "You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain" (Jn 15:16 NKJV). If you want lasting fruit and enduring results-take the time to develop leaders.The challenge of developing leaders A lid lifterShare This DevotionalSend us a textSupport the showChanging Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!

Join us this evening for A Quick 15-minute moment of devotion and prayer with Pastor Scott from Ephesians 2:8-9 & Galatians 1:10 NKJV

Mini:Let's review the story of Baby Jesus with the songs: "Little Baby in a Manger", "All of Me For Jesus", and "I'll Share My Home" and memory verse Matt. 1:22 "You call his name Jesus." Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

How did Jesus come from heaven to our earth? He was born as a baby just like you and me. Meet baby Jesus in this week's lesson as well as one big animal who may have been in the stable the night he was born. Mem vs. Matt.1:22. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Cora, Heidi, and Audrey Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Sabbath School panel discussion and insight by 3ABN pastors and teachers. This podcast episode follows 2025 quarter 3, lesson 1 of the adult Bible study guide book. This quarter's book topic is “Exodus”. and this week's Sabbath School lesson is titled “The Background and the Birth of Moses” Join us every week for a fresh and relevant study of the word of God. Reading: Exod.1:1-22 | Gen. 37:26-28 | Gen. 39:2, 21 | Acts 7:6 | Gal. 3:16, 17 | Exod. 2:1-25. Memory Text: "The children of Israel groaned because of the bondage, and they cried out; and their cry came up to God because of the bondage. So God heard their groaning, and God remembered His covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob. And God looked upon the children of Israel, and God acknowledged them" (Exodus 2:23-25, NKJV). (June 28 - July 4) Sunday (Jill Morikone) - “God's People in Egypt”Monday (James Rafferty) - “The Historical Background” Tuesday (Ryan Johnson) - “The Hebrew Midwives”Wednesday (Shelley Quinn) - “Moses is Born”Thursday (John Lomacang) - “A Change of Plans” Want the Panelists' notes? You can sign up here: https://3abnsabbathschoolpanel.com/notes/ Questions or Comments? Email us at mail@3abn.org Donate: https://3abn.org/donate-quick.html

How did Jesus come from heaven to our earth? He was born as a baby just like you and me. Meet baby Jesus in this week's lesson as well as one big animal who may have been in the stable the night he was born. Mem vs. Matt.1:22. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Cora, Heidi, and Audrey Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord , Who made heaven and earth." - Psalm 121:1-2 NKJVRestore Church | Yorkville, ILSunday Mornings | 10 AMJordan & Melissa Gash, Pastorswww.restorechurchyorkville.com

At our vibrant Youth Sunday Service, Pastor Femi Paul brought us a rousing word titled “In Spite of It All!” A message of hope, resilience, and divine destiny. He anchored the message on Job 8:7 (NKJV), reminding us that no matter how small or humble the beginning, God has promised a future that is prosperous, successful, and extraordinary. Using the story of Gideon (Judges 7:4–7 NKJV), we saw how God does not need a crowd to bring victory. He just needs the right few. PFP also highlighted Jesus (John 6:42 NLT), whose background did not match the magnitude of His divine calling. The world may have questioned His origin, but purpose prevailed. Jesus is the ultimate template for our youth, destined to rise and shine in spite of limitations, labels, or humble beginnings. Pastor ended with a prophetic declaration from Job 8:7 in multiple versions, praying that: - Your humble beginning will give way to abundant increase (NKJV) - Your past will be eclipsed by a brighter, extraordinary future (CEV, CEB) - You will become very great and successful according to God's plan

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All Bible verses are from the NKJV.Podcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinConnect with us:Email: seedpod@startingwithjesus.com Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod for Kids YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesus

It is possible for you.    “He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.”  -  Proverbs 16:32 (NKJV)

Set Apart for Such a Time as This: The End Is Not Yet • Sunday Service To Give: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Website: www.PastorTodd.org Church, we are in a defining moment. The world is rumbling. Headlines scream war and chaos. There's fear in the air, confusion in the Church, and deception in the culture. But let me speak this over you prophetically: The end is not yet. We are not in World War III. We are not in the Tribulation. What we are in, is a season of separation. God is once again calling a remnant to rise. Not a popular people—but a set-apart people. Not those caught in the tides of the world, but those rooted in the Spirit of the Living God. We are entering a new phase—a time where deep trust in the Lord will be non-negotiable. His presence must be our oxygen. His Word must be our compass. And yes, this will require sacrifice. Some relationships won't come with us. Some comforts will have to die. But His glory is worth it.   1. Matthew 24:6–8 (NKJV) “And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows.” 2. Hebrews 12:26–27 (NKJV) “…yet once more I shake not only the earth, but also heaven. Now this, ‘Yet once more,' indicates the removal of those things that are being shaken, as of things that are made, that the things which cannot be shaken may remain.” 3. 2 Timothy 3:1–5 (NKJV) “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” 4. 1 Peter 2:9 (NKJV) “But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” 5. Romans 12:1–2 (NKJV) “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” 6. Psalm 91:1–2 (NKJV) “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.'” 7. 2 Corinthians 6:17–18 (NKJV) “Therefore ‘Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, and I will receive you.' ‘I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.'” 8. Isaiah 60:1–2 (NKJV) “Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the Lord is risen upon you. For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and deep darkness the people; but the Lord will arise over you, and His glory will be seen upon you.” 9. Proverbs 3:5–6 (NKJV) “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” 10. John 15:19 (NKJV) “If you were of the world, the world would love its own. Yet because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.” We are not in World War III. We are in a spiritual crossroad. The end is not yet. But the separation has begun.  • God is separating wheat from tares.  • He's calling His remnant to the secret place.  • He's asking for trust, sacrifice, and obedience.  • Some relationships won't survive this season. That's okay.  • What matters is your alignment with the Spirit. CCLI: 21943673 Be the remnant.

Is Modern-Day Israel the Israel of the Bible? • Friday Service To Give: www.ToddCoconato.com/give Website: www.PastorTodd.org Scripture References: Ezekiel 36:24 (NKJV) “For I will take you from among the nations, gather you out of all countries, and bring you into your own land.” Jeremiah 31:10 (NKJV) “Hear the word of the Lord, O nations, and declare it in the isles afar off, and say, ‘He who scattered Israel will gather him, and keep him as a shepherd does his flock.'” Jeremiah 16:14–15 (NKJV) “‘Therefore behold, the days are coming,' says the Lord, ‘that it shall no more be said, “The Lord lives who brought up the children of Israel from the land of Egypt,” but, “The Lord lives who brought up the children of Israel from the land of the north and from all the lands where He had driven them.” For I will bring them back into their land which I gave to their fathers.'” Amos 9:14–15 (NKJV) “I will bring back the captives of My people Israel… I will plant them in their land, and no longer shall they be pulled up from the land I have given them,” says the Lord your God. Ezekiel 37:21–22 (NKJV) “…I will take the children of Israel from among the nations… and bring them into their own land… and they shall no longer be two nations.” Romans 11:1 (NKJV) “I say then, has God cast away His people? Certainly not! For I also am an Israelite…” Romans 11:25–26 (NKJV) “…Blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. And so all Israel will be saved…” Romans 11:29 (NKJV) “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” Jeremiah 31:35–37 (NKJV) “‘If those ordinances depart… then the seed of Israel shall also cease from being a nation before Me forever,' says the Lord.” Romans 1:3 (NKJV) “…Jesus Christ our Lord, who was born of the seed of David according to the flesh.” Revelation 5:5 (NKJV) “Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed…” Zechariah 14:3–4 (NKJV) “Then the Lord will go forth and fight against those nations… and His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives…” Zechariah 12:10 (NKJV) “Then they will look on Me whom they pierced… and mourn for Him as one mourns for an only son.” Matthew 23:39 (NKJV) “…You shall see Me no more till you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!'” Psalm 122:6 (NKJV) “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May they prosper who love you.”

II Samuel 19-21

Acts 4-6

If I say, My foot slips, Your mercy, O LORD, will hold me up. [NKJV]

You have found grace in My sight, and I know you by name [NKJV]

Ephesians 4:21-24 New Living Translation   21 Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, 22 throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. 23 Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. 24 Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.

1 Samuel 16:7 (NKJV) says, “…man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Those words...