Podcasts about Obedience

In Part 2 of Stud of Nehemiah, Samuel Goulet continues the Reform series by challenging listeners to rebuild what is broken while staying spiritually alert. Through Nehemiah 3–4, he reminds us that God equips willing people, calls us to face old rubble with faith, resist fear and confusion, and build in community with both a hammer and a sword.

What does it really mean to be “under grace”? Does God's grace simply provide forgiveness when we sin, or should His grace actually change the way that we live? In Romans 6:12-16, the Apostle Paul tells believers not to allow sin to reign in their mortal bodies and not to present their members as instruments of unrighteousness. Instead, we are called to present ourselves to God as those who are alive from the dead. In this teaching, we examine the relationship between God's grace and obedience, the continuing battle with the sin nature, the difference between conditional surrender and unconditional obedience, and what it means to live under grace rather than under the law. Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.

What does it really mean to be “under grace”? Does God's grace simply provide forgiveness when we sin, or should His grace actually change the way that we live? In Romans 6:12-16, the Apostle Paul tells believers not to allow sin to reign in their mortal bodies and not to present their members as instruments of unrighteousness. Instead, we are called to present ourselves to God as those who are alive from the dead. In this teaching, we examine the relationship between God's grace and obedience, the continuing battle with the sin nature, the difference between conditional surrender and unconditional obedience, and what it means to live under grace rather than under the law. Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.Prophecy Update Links All referenced links are at http://jdfarag.orgSocial MediaApple App Store: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appGoogle Play: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appAmazon Appstore: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appRoku Channel Store: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgChurch Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.com/X: https://x.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFarag/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag/

2026-09-20 Sun AM The Fruit of Obedience in Healing Marilyn Neubauer Download

Day 31 hits different when you realize it was never about finishing strong, it was about becoming steady. I'm closing out 31 Days of Obedience on my birthday, and I'm inviting you into the real takeaway: obedience to God isn't a moment you nail once, it's a lifestyle you build one day at a time.We anchor in Psalm 119:33, “Teach me your decrees, O Lord. I will keep them to the end,” and we talk about why the psalmist isn't asking for a single instruction but for a whole way of living. If you've ever stalled out because you're trying to figure out what God might ask of you tomorrow, you're not alone. We name the fear behind those questions and lean into the truth Jesus gives us in Matthew 6:34: you don't have to carry tomorrow's weight today.What I've learned through this devotional series is simple and freeing: there is grace for today's yes. Not day 16 on day 3, not day 31 on day 1, just the next right step with the strength God provides when you need it. We end with reflection questions you can journal, voice note, or talk out with a friend, plus a practical daily rhythm for morning and night that keeps obedience relational, not a scorecard.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with another woman of faith, and leave a review so more listeners can find the Intentional Woman Podcast. What does obedience look like for you today? Stay connected for new episodes of The Intentional Woman Podcast next month. 

Passage: 1 John 2:3-8, 3:1-10Preacher: Mark SmithService: 7pmDate: Sunday 13 September 2026Attribution: For Podcast, DayNightMorning (Free Music Archive) License type (CC BY-NC-ND)

Passage: 1 John 2:3-8, 3:1-10Preacher: Varun VargheseService: 11:30amDate: Sunday 13 September 2026Attribution: For Podcast, DayNightMorning (Free Music Archive) License type (CC BY-NC-ND)

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In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the dynamics of obedience and behavior in children and teenagers. Drawing on recent research from U.S. and Israeli studies, she discusses how the authenticity of parents' values heavily influences the effectiveness of parental warnings. When parents model their values consistently and appear genuinely satisfied, their guidance is more likely to be respected by teenagers. However, inconsistencies can lead to feelings of control, resulting in defiance. Dr. Kathy emphasizes the importance of building a loving relationship with children, noting that while authentic parenting can reduce defiance, it may not completely eliminate risky behaviors. Tune in for valuable insights on fostering obedience and positive behavior in children.

Abide: Staying Connected to Jesus with Jeannie Cunnion – John 15In Episode 152 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane welcome back author and Bible teacher Jeannie Cunnion for a powerful conversation about one of the central invitations of John 15: Abide in Me.What does it actually look like to abide in Jesus—not just during quiet time or Bible study, but in the middle of busy schedules, difficult seasons, relationships, parenting, work, and everyday life?Together, Jamie, Jane, and Jeannie explore the difference between striving for God and staying connected to God. They unpack Jesus' picture of the Vine and the branches, why fruit is the result of abiding rather than performing, and how we can recognize when we've begun trying to produce in our own strength.They also talk honestly about pruning, surrender, intimacy with Jesus, and learning to remain in His love when God seems to be cutting away things we thought we needed.John 15 reminds us that Jesus isn't asking us to manufacture more fruit. He's inviting us to stay close to the Vine.If you've been tired from striving, questioning a season of pruning, or simply longing for deeper intimacy with Jesus, pull up a chair. This conversation is an invitation to stop performing—and start abiding.Reflection Question: Am I trying to produce fruit for Jesus—or am I staying close enough to Him that fruit becomes the natural result?____________________________________Connect with Jeannie Cunnion:Website: https://www.jeanniecunnion.com/____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams____________________________________ Get Jamie's Newest Book:Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved

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Worship is not just what we sing, it's what we obey, especially when obedience costs us comfort. On day 29 of 31 Days of Obedience, we sit with Romans 12:1-2 and the call to present our lives as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God. That's not hype, it's discipleship for real life, and it forces an honest question: do we love God the way we say we love God, or only when it's convenient?We talk about “reasonable service” as a response to God's mercy, the mercy that meets us through Jesus' cross, redemption, reconciliation, and being brought into right standing with the Father. When that truth lands, obedience stops feeling like a random rulebook and starts looking like worship. We also unpack why the phrase “living sacrifice” matters so much, because a living sacrifice can get up off the altar, and that's why renewing the mind is essential for spiritual growth, consistency, and intentional living.Then we get practical. We name the places we tend to withhold, relationships, habits, plans, ambitions, time, health, and we use a simple image to expose our fear: the small teddy bear we cling to while God is inviting us to trust Him with more. You'll leave with a reflection question, a surrender prayer you can pray out loud, and a gentle push to obey swiftly when the Spirit makes the next step clear.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a rating and review so more women can find the show.

Obedience can feel risky when you're doing what God asked and the thing you wanted still hasn't shown up. Day 30 of 31 Days of Obedience sits right in that tension and offers a steadier kind of hope: the real reward of obedience is often the strength you gain by trusting God, even when the outcome is delayed or different than you imagined. We read Philippians 4:13 and talk about why that verse isn't about proving you're capable, it's about admitting you're dependent. I share what these 30 days have produced in me: evidence that God meets us when we move our feet, evidence that grace sustains, and evidence that what feels impossible becomes possible when Christ is our source. We also anchor the message in Matthew 19:26, reminding ourselves that “humanly speaking” some assignments really are impossible, and that's exactly where God's power becomes personal. You'll also get reflection questions to help you spot where you obeyed while afraid, where God gave you strength you didn't think you had, and where peace arrived after you surrendered control. Then we take it practical with a simple exercise: write down three acts of obedience and label them as Evidence Of God's Faithfulness, so remembrance becomes fuel for future faith and follow-through. If you've been craving a Christian devotional that blends Scripture, honest testimony, and a clear next step, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more women of faith can find the encouragement.

Saul's near-obedience cost him the kingdom. Scripture shows that partial compliance with God's commands is still open rebellion."Let us know what you think."This podcast is based on original BCWorldview.org content. Some episodes are narrated using an AI-generated version of the author's own voice.

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Peace can feel like the one promise we keep missing, especially when we're praying hard and still living with an anxious mind. Today we sit with Isaiah 26:3 and let it read us back: God keeps us in perfect peace when our minds stay on Him, because we trust Him. That “because” is where the breakthrough lives, and it's also where many of us realize we've been trying to do God's part after we finish our own.We talk honestly about what it looks like to confuse spiritual activity with trust. Repeating the same prayer while mentally monitoring the situation all day isn't rest, and it isn't the same as fixing our thoughts on God. We explore the difference between thinking about what we handed to God and thinking about God Himself, then move into the deeper heart issue that often drives control: transactional faith, the belief that we have to earn love, earn answers, and earn peace.You'll leave with a clear reflection question to journal and a practical obedience step you can use immediately: identify one thing you keep “checking on,” choose one truth about God's character, and return to that truth every time fear tries to pull you back into control. If you're craving Christian encouragement, a short devotional, and real tools for trusting God through anxiety, press play, then subscribe, share, and leave a review so more women can find this journey.

It’s tempting to conform our image of God according to our preference and imagination. But when we see him for who he truly is, we’re moved to worship and obey. Pastor Mike Fabarez presents the final portion in a study called, Our Fight with Sin. Discover a practical form of worship.

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Everything looked impossible. Then, by the next day, everything had changed. In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards explores two powerful biblical stories - Samaria's impossible situation in 2 Kings 7 and Ezekiel's valley of dry bones - and what they teach us about trusting God when there's no visible evidence that anything is changing. A student may seem unreachable. A family may feel hopeless. A ministry may look too small. A volunteer may feel inadequate. But what we see right now doesn't determine what God can do next. Doug also shares the story of Margo, a student with almost no understanding of Christianity whose questions about Jesus eventually led to changes not only in her own life, but inside her family. Our job isn't to manufacture the miracle. It's to stay close to God, listen, obey, take the next step in front of us, and trust Him with what we cannot do. Whether you're a youth pastor, volunteer, parent, teacher, mentor, or someone praying for a young person or situation that feels impossible, this episode is a reminder: Don't give up because of what you see today. God may already be moving before you ever see the evidence. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

How can you truly please God every day? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten opens up Scripture to show us what it really means to live a life that is pleasing to God, drawing from 2 Corinthians 8, Romans 8:8, 1 John 3:22, Psalms 147:11, Hebrews 11, and more, all from the King James Version.You might be asking... Does God actually notice how I live? Can someone like me really please God? What does it mean to fear God in today's world? Is my faith strong enough for God to be pleased with me?In this devotion, Pastor Webster walks through several practical keys to pleasing God:- You must be saved first - those in the flesh cannot please God (Romans 8:8)- Obedience to God's Word brings answered prayer (1 John 3:22)- Fearing God brings Him pleasure and opens the door to His mercy (Psalms 147:11)- Faith is essential - without it, it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6)- Praise and thanksgiving please God more than outward religious gifts (Psalms 69:30-31)You are His ambassador, placed here to represent heaven on earth. Whatever you do today, do it to please God.If this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a message.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Following Jesus was never promised to be convenient.In Acts 21, Paul knows exactly what obedience could cost him. He is warned that chains and suffering are waiting for him in Jerusalem, yet his response is simple: “I am ready.”Marriage costs something. Parenting costs something. Calling costs something. And following Jesus requires us to surrender our comfort, preferences, plans, and sometimes even the things we desperately want to hold onto.But Jesus paid the ultimate price at the cross. Our obedience isn't payment for His love, it's our response to it.The question isn't simply, “Do I know what following Jesus costs?” The question is, “Am I willing to obey Him when the cost becomes real?”What is obedience costing you right now?Acts 21:1–14

Obedience is not just necessary for children, but for all who desire to be at peace with God.Reading Plan: Worship – Psalm 106:40–48Wisdom – Proverbs 22:15–16Witness – Acts 7–8Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

9.13.2026 Are you living out God's instructions simply because it's the right thing to do? Are you trying to earn his favor through your sacrifices? You may want to examine your heart as your sacrifices may actually be displeasing to God. God desires our obedience more than sacrifices that are done with selfish motives. Obedience to God is an expression of our love. We do not obey out of fear or to gain something from God. Obedience should be our natural response to His love for us. Executive Pastor Meera Shorts uses biblical examples to teach why it is important for us to live with a heart of obedience to God's instructions. Resources: Stay connected with the Victory Church app See what's happening on the Weekly Bulletin Discover more on our website: victorychurchraleigh.com Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast  

Pressure has a way of making us question everything, especially God's heart and our own ability to keep obeying. Today's devotional is Day 26 of our 31 Days of Obedience journey, and we're naming the kind of surrender most of us want to skip: obedience in trials. I'm reading Romans 5:3–5 and slowing down long enough to see what God is actually producing when life feels hard, confusing, or unfair. We talk about endurance as obedience stretched over time, what obedience looks like when the circumstance doesn't change, and why trials can refine our faith instead of destroying it. I also bring in Numbers 23:19 to confront a subtle struggle many of us carry: when pain, pressure, and past experiences cause us to attribute human flaws to a God who has already said He isn't like people. God doesn't lie. God doesn't change His mind. And He hasn't stopped being faithful just because life got difficult. You'll leave with a reflection question to journal, voice note, or talk through with a friend, plus a practical obedience step you can do today: obey what you know while you wait for what you don't know. We'll also practice attaching God's character to our actions with a simple framework: “Because God is __, I will __.” If you're longing for Christian encouragement, spiritual growth, and a steady way to follow God in hard seasons, this one is for you. If you were inspired, empowered, or uplifted, please subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a rating and review so more women can find the podcast.

Fruit doesn't grow because you clench your fists and try harder. Fruit grows because you stay connected. Day 27 of our 31 Days of Obedience devotional series lands in John 15:5, where Jesus makes it simple and unmistakable: He's the vine, we're the branches, and apart from Him we can do nothing. That truth confronts the hustle we sneak into our faith and replaces it with a better goal: abiding in Christ until love becomes the evidence.We talk through what “the fruit of obedience” really means and why obedience isn't about proving you belong to Jesus. It's about letting your relationship with Him produce something real in your life. We connect love, the fruit of the Spirit, and Jesus' words in John 14:15, “If you love me, obey my commandments.” Then we hold it up next to Matthew 7's reminder that a tree is known by its fruit, meaning our actions reveal what we're rooted in.You'll leave with a reflection question that gets practical fast: where is God asking you to let His love become visible through your obedience? We also pray a simple, powerful prayer for the day and name real-world examples like forgiving instead of retaliating, being patient when you feel irritated, serving without needing recognition, giving generously, listening well, apologizing, and choosing gentleness in a hard moment. If you're craving Christian encouragement, spiritual growth, and faith-based tools for intentional living, press play and take one small step of obedience today. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more women can grow in faith and consistency.

Most people have preconceived notions about God. But how do we sort through these ideas, these images, and discover the truth about who God really is? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about the true character of God presented in scripture.

Episode 249Shelby Gardner is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and mom of two spitfire daughters, and one of the most refreshingly honest guests I have had. A year ago she stepped away from a ministry position she loved because she felt God asking her to, expecting life to take off the very next week. It did not. We talk about what that brutal, transformative year has really looked like: watching her old community from the outside, discovering how much of her self-worth was tied to a title, and learning that obedience does not come with a guarantee that "better" looks the way you pictured it.Shelby wrote the devotional Lily Pads: A Heart Study, and I love the picture behind the name. Every season of life is just another lily pad. Not a step up, not a step down; another place to sit, learn, and grow. We talk about why your story is not for you, the Rahab novel she is working on, sharing the hard days of motherhood honestly, and her family's core value that stuck with me most: "We do things scared."Connect with Shelby at shelbygardner.com, where her weekly blog lives along with links to the book. Lily Pads: A Heart Study is on Amazon.Today's sponsor: Five Star Painting of Tulsa (fivestarpainting.com/tulsa).Join our free online community: skool.com/sharingpassionandpurposeChapters:0:00 Coming up0:36 Sharing Passion and Purpose0:53 Meet Shelby: author, mom, in-between season3:21 Leaving ministry: the hardest decision4:46 "I thought my life was gonna take off"7:41 Obedience without a guarantee9:44 A word from our sponsor10:38 Why a devotional13:10 The lily-pads picture: seasons, not steps15:48 Your story is not for you18:00 The Rahab novel20:10 Sharing the hard days of motherhood23:36 Rapid fire25:08 Reba and the wooden spoon27:46 The greenhouse storytelling studio29:13 "We do things scared"30:33 The hard yes that changed everything32:33 Where to find Shelby + Lily Pads33:27 Until next timeABOUT NANCYNancy Moore is the host of Sharing Passion and Purpose, a weekly podcast offering career and creative inspiration to help you build a purpose-filled life. Pursuing a career with passion, tapping into your creative potential, and building on your best resource: yourself.ABOUT SHELBY GARDNERShelby Gardner is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. After seven years in ministry, she stepped away to pursue what God had next, a season she writes about with rare honesty. She is the author of the devotional Lily Pads: A Heart Study (available on Amazon), writes a weekly blog at shelbygardner.com, helps run her husband's real estate brokerage in Sapulpa, and is raising two daughters under the family motto "we do things scared."Website: https://shelbygardner.comCONNECT & GO DEEPERJoin Nancy's free community: https://www.skool.com/sharingpassionandpurposePodcast website: https://sharingpassionandpurpose.comWork with Nancy: https://nancymoore.co

In this engaging conversation, Liv Hill and Brother Bobby Wade discuss his transformative journey of losing over 500 pounds through faith and discipline. Bobby shares how a divine message prompted him to take control of his health, leading to significant changes in his life and ministry. The discussion emphasizes the importance of aligning one's will with God's purpose, the role of obedience in opening doors, and the necessity of daily discipline in maintaining health and spiritual growth. In this conversation, Liv Hill and Robert Wade discuss the significance of taking care of one's body as a form of stewardship, emphasizing that God cares about our health. They share transformative stories of individuals who have improved their health and service to others through personal growth. The discussion also touches on the emotional burdens people carry and how these can be as heavy as physical weight. They reflect on their journeys of maintaining weight loss and the importance of breaking free from past habits and environments that hinder progress. Ultimately, they highlight the need for wholeness and the divine design for living a fulfilling life.

Pastor Sam Paschall teaches through the 59 "one another's" of the New Testament.

Should you expect your kids to obey the first time you ask?Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about first-time obedience, why it can bring greater peace to your home, and how parents can train their kids toward obedience without making good behavior the ultimate goal.Obedience isn't just about raising well-behaved kids. It's about helping our children learn to lay down their own will, trust loving authority, and ultimately understand what it means to joyfully obey God.Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series.Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Our Lead Pastor, Whit George, continues week five of our teaching series, Life Lessons.

Restoring Kingdom Authority:  What Adam Lost Jesus Restored | BLTV092026 Biblical Life TV DESCRIPTION Did Jesus come only to save humanity from sin—or did His redemptive work also restore something Adam surrendered in the Garden? In this edition of Biblical Life TV, Dr. Michael Lake examines the biblical theology of KINGDOM AUTHORITY. From Genesis to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals that humanity was created not merely to exist upon the earth but to represent God, exercise stewardship, guard sacred space, and function under the authority of the King. Adam was given everything he needed to fulfill that assignment. Yet the serpent did not begin by attacking Adam and Eve with overwhelming force. He began with a question: "Did God actually say…?" — Genesis 3:1 That question remains one of the enemy's most effective weapons. Has God really said this is sin? Has God really said believers have authority over the kingdom of darkness? Has God really said we can resist the devil? Has God really said His Word can be trusted? The moment the believer begins questioning what God has clearly established, the enemy attempts to separate authority from its source. Adam surrendered ground. But Jesus came to restore what was lost. This teaching examines the biblical restoration pattern: Adam lost fellowship—Christ brings reconciliation. Adam brought condemnation—Christ brings justification. Adam brought death—Christ brings resurrection life. Adam lost access to God's presence—Christ restores access. Adam corrupted humanity's calling as God's image-bearers—Christ restores the image. Adam surrendered ground to the serpent—Jesus crushes the serpent's head. Adam failed to guard sacred space—Jesus defeats the powers of darkness. Adam's dominion became corrupted—Jesus declares that ALL AUTHORITY in heaven and earth belongs to Him. Humanity lost its royal-priestly vocation—Christ creates a Kingdom of priests. Creation entered corruption—Christ ultimately brings the new creation. The Gospel is therefore not merely about getting people into heaven. It is about restoring redeemed humanity to proper relationship with God and bringing believers back under the government of Jesus Christ. ALL AUTHORITY HAS BEEN GIVEN TO CHRIST Before issuing the Great Commission, Jesus makes an extraordinary declaration: "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me." — Matthew 28:18 Then He says: "Go therefore…" — Matthew 28:19 The commission flows from His authority. Jesus commands His disciples to make disciples, baptize believers, and teach them to observe everything He commanded. This means discipleship itself is an exercise of Kingdom authority. Baptism is an act of allegiance. Obedience is spiritual warfare. Standing upon Scripture is spiritual warfare. Sanctification is spiritual warfare. Choosing righteousness instead of sin is spiritual warfare. Every time the believer chooses God's Word over the enemy's deception, another string of manipulation is cut. THE FIRST DIMENSION OF AUTHORITY: YOU CAN SAY NO The teaching explores the Greek word exousia, translated "authority." One of its important dimensions involves the right or freedom to act. Before redemption, humanity is enslaved to sin. In Christ, the believer can finally say: NO. No to sin. No to temptation. No to deception. No to the manipulation of the enemy. And: YES to God. YES to righteousness. YES to obedience. YES to the Word. YES to the Kingdom. Learning to exercise that choice is part of learning Kingdom authority. JESUS SHOWS US HOW AUTHORITY WORKS Matthew 4:1–11 records Satan tempting Jesus after forty days of fasting. The enemy attacked at a moment of tremendous physical weakness. Yet Jesus did not defeat temptation through emotion, physical strength, religious excitement, or a dramatic display. Three times His response was essentially: IT IS WRITTEN. The authority of the believer is therefore not based upon how powerful the believer FEELS. Authority rests upon Christ, His victory, His Word, and our obedient submission to Him. If Heaven stands behind the Word, Hell must yield to the authority of that Word. AUTHORITY OVER THE POWER OF THE ENEMY Jesus tells His disciples: "Behold, I have given you authority…over all the power of the enemy." — Luke 10:19 The episode examines an important distinction between exousia—authority—and dunamis—power. The kingdom of darkness may attempt to intimidate believers through manifestations of supernatural power. But supernatural manifestations do not cancel the authority Christ has delegated to obedient believers. The enemy wants Christians to become impressed by his power so that they forget their authority. Jesus teaches precisely the opposite. Do not become fascinated with demons. Do not become intimidated by supernatural manifestations. Do not build your identity around spiritual warfare. Rejoice that your names are written in heaven. — Luke 10:20 AUTHORITY GROWS THROUGH TRAINING David did not begin with Goliath. Before the giant came the lion and the bear. In the same way, God can use smaller battles to train believers in obedience, faith, discernment, and Kingdom authority. Every temptation presents a choice. Every spiritual conflict provides an opportunity to stand upon Scripture. Every act of obedience strengthens the believer's ability to remain faithful when greater battles arrive. God trains His people before the Goliath moment. BINDING AND LOOSING This episode also examines two important passages concerning binding and loosing: Matthew 18:15–20 Matthew 16:13–19 Matthew 18 concerns authority and discipline within the believing community. Matthew 16 takes place in the region of Caesarea Philippi, against the backdrop of Mount Hermon and the "gates of Hades." The teaching connects this location with the spiritual rebellion associated with Genesis 6 and presents Jesus' declaration as a direct challenge to the kingdom of darkness: "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." — Matthew 16:18 THE BREAKER SWITCH One of the strongest illustrations in this episode compares spiritual authority to an electrical breaker. Enormous electrical power can flow through a system. Yet a relatively small breaker can interrupt that power—not because the breaker possesses greater raw energy, but because it has the AUTHORITY and function to interrupt the circuit. The enemy may display power. The believer has been given delegated authority in Christ. The question is: Will we believe what God has said? THE BATTLE RETURNS TO GENESIS 3 The enemy still whispers: "Has God really said?" The believer must answer: YES, HE HAS. God has spoken. His Word remains true. Jesus Christ has triumphed over the kingdom of darkness. All authority belongs to Him. And believers who submit themselves to the King are called to carry out His Kingdom assignments under His authority. The closing prayer asks God to teach His people their authority, establish confidence in the validity of His Word, and deepen their trust in His righteous character so that they can be used for His glory. KEY SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED ·      Genesis 2:15 ·      Genesis 3:1 ·      Deuteronomy 32:4–5 ·      Psalm 145:17 ·      Matthew 4:1–11 ·      Matthew 16:13–19 ·      Matthew 18:15–20 ·      Matthew 28:18–20 ·      Luke 10:17–20 ·      Isaiah 40:29–31 ·      Isaiah 41:10 ·      1 John 1:6 ·      Daniel 11:32 ·      Jude 1:9 ·      1 Corinthians 5:1–5 CALL TO ACTION The enemy's question has not changed: "Has God really said?" Our answer must not change either: YES, HE HAS. Now is the time to learn the Word, trust the character of God, pursue holiness, close doors to the enemy, and learn to exercise the authority Jesus Christ has given His people. If this teaching has strengthened you, please LIKE this video, SUBSCRIBE to Biblical Life TV, and SHARE this episode with believers who need to understand their Kingdom authority. COMMENT BELOW: What Scripture has helped you most in understanding the believer's authority in Christ? PARTNER WITH BIBLICAL LIFE TV Biblical Life TV exists to provide Spirit-filled biblical teaching designed to nurture, prepare, and empower the remnant for the days ahead. The program opens by emphasizing the need for believers to study the Word, pursue the Kingdom, and become "ablaze with the fire of God" in this generation. Kingdom Intelligence Briefing and Biblical Life TV are made possible through the prayers and financial support of our partners worldwide. If these teachings have strengthened your walk with God and helped prepare you for the days ahead, please prayerfully consider supporting Biblical Life TV. Biblical Life P.O. Box 160 Seymour, Missouri 65746-0160 Online giving is also available through the Biblical Life store. Thank you to everyone who prays, gives, shares these programs, and stands with us as we work to prepare the remnant for the unfolding of end-times prophecy. HASHTAGS #KingdomAuthority #KingdomIntelligenceBriefing #BiblicalLifeTV #SpiritualWarfare #AuthorityInChrist #BelieversAuthority #JesusChrist #Genesis3 #GreatCommission #ArmorOfGod #Remnant #BiblicalTruth #KingdomOfGod #ChristianDiscipleship #EndTimes

I (Shanee) have been studying Deuteronomy all summer, and wanted to share with you a special lesson from the Lord from Deuteronomy: We must guard our souls diligently, lest we fall into idolatry and disobedience, by being obsessed with God's Word and holding fast to God. I also share some ways that this lesson has helped me to re-intentionalize rhythms for guarding my soul and our family's souls diligently as we start a new school year. Enjoy!

In this episode of Fed by the Fruit, host KB takes a deep dive into the life and ministry of the prophet Elisha, exploring what his biblical story teaches us about surrender, faithful obedience, spiritual preparation, and trusting God's power in everyday life. From burning the plows and answering God's call to receiving a double portion, helping a widow in need, witnessing miraculous healing, and seeing the chariots of fire, Elisha's journey reminds us that God often works deeply within us before working visibly through us—and that His provision, presence, and restoration reach both our greatest struggles and smallest concerns.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

What do you do when God tells you to obey—but what He's asking doesn't make sense?In this message from Luke 5, Pastor Ryan Visconti teaches what it means to have faith to obey. Peter had every logical reason to stop after fishing all night and catching nothing, but when Jesus told him to cast his nets again, Peter responded, “If you say so.” His obedience became a demonstration of faith. Pastor Ryan explains that faith begins with what God says, grows as we trust Him, and becomes visible through action. We may not always understand what God is doing or know the outcome in advance, but we can trust His character, His Word, and His direction.This message also shows why obedience is faith in action. We are not saved by works, but genuine faith produces a desire to obey God. Like Abraham, Noah, Moses, Peter, and others throughout Scripture, faith often requires us to move before we have all the details. And while God's blessings are not always immediate, obedience positions us to experience what He has for us. Ultimately, the greatest step of faith is trusting Jesus as Lord and Savior and allowing Him to lead every area of our lives.

In week 3 of the Reform series, Samuel Goulet continues exploring what it means for God to make crooked paths straight by looking at the story of Nehemiah. Through Nehemiah's response to Jerusalem's broken walls, this message calls listeners to open their eyes to the brokenness around them, let compassion move them to prayer, and then rise up in obedience to build where God is leading. Rather than waiting for perfect credentials or expert status, Samuel challenges the church to respond with humility, faith, and willingness—trusting that God gives grace, resource, and assignment as His people step into the work of restoration.

Your pace might be the reason you feel unsure about God's guidance. Today's devotional takes us into Day 25 of 31 Days of Obedience and anchors us in Galatians 5:25, where Paul makes it plain: if we live by the Spirit, we also keep in step with the Spirit. That one line confronts a common habit for women of faith, asking the Holy Spirit to “lead” while we quietly insist on staying in control.We talk about what staying in step really demands: sensitivity to recognize the Spirit's prompting and surrender to respond when God interrupts our plans. Sometimes the Holy Spirit sounds dramatic, but most of the time it's simple and specific: call her, don't say that, apologize, wait, turn that off, be quiet. We also get honest about the difference between being led and asking God to come along with what we already decided, and why surrender means we don't pre-negotiate our yes.Discernment matters, too. Not every thought is the Holy Spirit, and the Spirit of God never leads us contrary to the Word of God. We walk through why knowing Scripture is essential for Spirit-led decision-making and how obedience becomes clearer as we learn God's character. You'll leave with a reflection question to journal and a practical step: 10 minutes of intentional quiet, writing down what comes to mind, testing it against Scripture, and taking one concrete step of obedience.If this encourages you, subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share it with a friend who wants to hear God clearly and live with steady faith.

Obedience gets hard when you're trying to obey from a shaky self-image. Day 24 of 31 Days of Obedience goes straight to the root: identity. I read 1 Peter 2:9 in the NLT and sit with the kind of truth that doesn't tiptoe around our feelings, “You are a chosen people… God's very own possession.” If you've been shaped by labels, roles, relationship wounds, or the pressure to perform, this is a reset for your soul and your habits. We talk about why so many “obedience problems” are actually identity problems. Instead of forcing ourselves into better behavior, we let the Word of God teach us how to see ourselves again. When my significance comes from Christ, I don't have to perform for people. When my security is in Christ, I don't have to compromise to belong. When my safety is in Christ, I can obey even when obedience feels uncomfortable. This is practical Christian living, not theory, and it's especially for women of faith who want consistency without losing tenderness. You'll get a reflection question to journal and a simple spiritual discipline you can use today: find it, write it, live from it. Pick one identity from 1 Peter 2:9 and turn it into a real decision before the day ends, “Because I am ___, today I will ___.” Then we pray for renewed minds, courage to be set apart, and freedom from fear. If this devotional helps you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs a reminder of who she is in Christ.

How deeply are we pursuing God, and does prayer hold the central place in our lives that Christ desires? Through Jesus' declaration that His house should be “called the house of prayer” and the life of A.W. Tozer, we are reminded that true spiritual influence flows from communion with God. Tozer's ministry called believers away from shallow, entertainment-centered Christianity and back to a wholehearted devotion to Christ. As we seek the Lord personally through His Word and prayer, we are drawn into greater unity with one another and become the kind of people whose lives point others toward Jesus. May we pursue God with such sincerity that our churches become houses of prayer and our lives bear the simple testimony of men and women who truly belong to Him.

What if worship is less about a weekly service and more about a daily walk with God? Discover how Scripture presents true worship not as performance or ritual, but as humble fellowship, surrender, and trust in the Creator.

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In this episode of Pray the Word on 2 Kings 13:18–19, David Platt urges us to trust God completely and follow his commands without holding back.Explore more content from Radical.

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I recorded this one because of a conversation I had with a friend that morning. She opened up about how weary she was getting, how much she was questioning whether God was even there for her, and I sat there thinking, oh my goodness, me too. That is the moment I knew I had to press record. Here is what I want us to settle today: opposition is not evidence that we heard God wrong. If you are building something you know God handed you, and it is getting harder instead of easier, and the doubt is starting to whisper that you made the whole thing up, this episode is for you. I walk through three people in Scripture who got a clear assignment from God and then ran straight into resistance. Moses, who had every reason to say no. Paul, who spent years locked up while the work he was called to do waited on the outside. And Nehemiah, who stared at a pile of rubble and still believed there was a wall in it. I also get honest about my own crisis of faith. I gave God my business, my platform, my calling, my finances, all of it, and then found myself in a life that looked nothing like what I expected. Unanswered prayer after unanswered prayer. I know what it feels like when the fire dims. I also know what it takes to get it back. The enemy has one strategy here, and it is not complicated. Wear us down until we quit. This episode is the reminder that we are not alone in it, we are in very good company, and the assignment is still ours to finish. I close with a prayer over you, your life, your business, and your calling. Timestamps 00:01 • The reason I could not let this week go by without recording this 00:29 • The conversation with my friend that gave me this whole episode 00:56 • The enemy's oldest strategy, and why it works on the most faithful people 01:25 • "Am I supposed to persevere, or is this a warning to turn around?" How I tell the difference 02:24 • The question I am certain Paul never asked himself 03:18 • Why I think the New Testament we hold today required a prison cell 04:14 • Joseph in the pit, and the thought every human being has in that moment 04:39 • I gave God all of it. Then I ended up here. My honest crisis of faith 05:38 • Why the first "where are you, God" moment hits new believers the hardest 06:05 • When the fire dims out, and the real reason I picked this podcast back up 08:05 • The 20 year gap between Joseph's vision and Joseph's promotion 08:51 • Moses, the man God called to speak who could not get his words out 09:49 • What I have learned about stuttering as a speech pathologist, and why Moses' resistance makes complete sense to me 10:47 • Three leadership moves Moses made that carried him through 40 years in the wilderness 12:10 • Paul, handcuffed and still fully on assignment 13:03 • What "I can do all things through Christ" actually meant when he wrote it, and it was not about a game 13:33 • The thorn in his flesh, and the strange gift hidden inside a weakness 14:31 • Nehemiah, my favorite book in the Bible for leadership, and the week I spent studying it 15:27 • The one sentence Nehemiah used to shut down the opposition, and I want us all to borrow it 16:23 • Why God rarely gives us an assignment we can pull off alone 16:52 • Your reminder: if it is bigger than you, that is on purpose 17:21 • The only two responses that make sense when opposition shows up 18:18 • A prayer over your life, your business, and your calling   Key Scriptures All Scripture in NKJV. Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:11-12 "...for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need." 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 "And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me... And He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.'" Exodus 4:10-12 "Then Moses said to the LORD, 'O my Lord, I am not eloquent, neither before nor since You have spoken to Your servant; but I am slow of speech and slow of tongue.' So the LORD said to him... 'Now therefore, go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall say.'" Exodus 1 through 14 The full account of Moses leading the Israelites out of bondage in Egypt. Nehemiah 6:3 "So I sent messengers to them, saying, 'I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down. Why should the work cease while I leave it and go down to you?'" Nehemiah 6:15 "So the wall was finished on the twenty-fifth day of Elul, in fifty-two days." Genesis 50:20 "But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive." Psalm 42:11 "Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, The help of my countenance and my God." Galatians 6:9 "And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." 1 Timothy 6:12 "Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses." Key Takeaways • Opposition is not a redirect. In business and in calling, the resistance is usually the part we are meant to persevere through, not the sign we heard God wrong. • The enemy's strategy is not creative, it is consistent. Wear us down with doubt until we quit on our own. Naming the strategy takes most of its power away. • We are never the only one. Every person in Scripture who carried a real assignment carried real opposition with it. That includes Moses, Joseph, Paul, and Nehemiah, and it includes us. • The prison is not always the interruption. Paul wrote from confinement, and some of the most enduring letters in the New Testament came out of the season he probably considered his most wasted. • The delay is not the denial. Joseph waited roughly 20 years, and when it came, it did not look like the vision he had been shown. • Weakness is not disqualification. Moses had a speech difficulty and was called to speak to a nation. Paul had a thorn he asked God three times to remove. God used both men exactly as they were. • We are not built to carry the assignment alone. Nehemiah rebuilt a wall in 52 days because he cast the vision clearly and got other people to pick up a tool. • Distraction is opposition wearing a friendlier outfit. Nehemiah's answer, "I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down," is a complete sentence and a complete strategy. Action Steps 1. Name what you are actually facing. Write down the specific opposition in front of you right now. Money, silence, rejection, exhaustion, a launch that flopped. Get it out of your head and onto paper, because vague dread is heavier than a named problem. 2. Run it through one question. Has God told you to stop, or is this just hard? Obedience to a clear no is faithfulness. Quitting in the middle of a hard yes is something else. Be honest about which one you are looking at. 3. Borrow Nehemiah's line this week. Pick the one distraction pulling hardest at your attention and say no to it out loud: "I am doing a great work, so I cannot come down." Then go do the work. 4. Take one next step, not the whole staircase. Do one thing this week that only makes sense if the vision is true. Send the email. Record the episode. Make the offer. Faith moves before the evidence shows up. 5. Do not carry it by yourself. Call the friend. Have the honest conversation. My whole day turned around because one friend told me the truth about where she was, and I got to tell her the truth about where I was. Encouragement is a two way street and both of us needed it. 6. Pray the specific prayer. Ask God to strengthen your spirit and your mind, clear the doubt, and refill you with the fire and the faith to keep moving one step at a time. That is the prayer I prayed over you at the end of this episode, and it is worth praying over yourself all week. If this episode met you where you are, come back next week. I have three more people from Scripture I want to walk through with us, and the encouragement keeps coming. Much love, Mia :)

Gratitude can feel impossible when you're disappointed, stressed, or carrying something you never asked for, so we're getting painfully practical about what it means to give thanks without pretending everything is fine. Day 23 of 31 Days of Obedience centers on “the obedience of gratitude” and the grounding truth of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances. I unpack why that wording matters, how gratitude can honor what hurts, and why choosing thanks is less about personality and more about spiritual maturity.We talk about the difference between giving thanks for all things and giving thanks in all things. I'm not asking you to deny grief, minimize betrayal, or slap a smile on real pain. I'm inviting you to look for what is still true about God in the middle of it, because when we take our minds off the frustration and set our eyes on Jesus, we make room for peace that surpasses understanding. This is faith-based gratitude as a daily practice of intentional surrender, especially when your feelings are loud.You'll leave with a reflection question you can journal, voice note, or talk through with a friend: what circumstance is making gratitude difficult right now, and what can you still genuinely thank God for in the middle of it? Then we take a concrete step with “interrupt the complaint,” plus a simple end-of-day practice of writing three specific things you're grateful for and telling God why. If this encouraged you, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, share it with another woman, and DM me at NicoleDhub on ID if you want me to pray with you.

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