Podcasts about Obedience

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CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Recorded live at CPE Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright welcomes author, television personality, and filmmaker Julie Castro to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast.Julie shares the story behind her book, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Personal Allegory, and explains how a painful season involving divorce, rejection, waiting, and spiritual healing became part of a much larger journey with God. What began as a personal testimony eventually helped prepare her for television production and, ultimately, producing a movie. At the heart of Julie's testimony is a simple principle: say yes to God.Julie discusses what it means to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit when you cannot see where the journey will take you. She describes how God used seemingly disconnected seasons of her life—writing, healing, television, and filmmaking—“line upon line, precept upon precept” to prepare her for what came next. TS and Julie also explore the importance of waiting on God, recognizing His voice, obeying even when His direction seems unusual, and understanding that the ultimate purpose of the believer's life is to glorify God.In this episode, discover:Why saying yes to God can lead to an extraordinary life of faith.How painful seasons can become part of God's healing process.Why waiting is often an essential part of obedience.How Julie's personal testimony became On Earth as It Is in Heaven.Why aspiring Christian authors should begin writing when they sense God calling them.How small beginnings can prepare believers for much larger assignments.Why increasing obedience strengthens faith and prepares us for greater responsibility.How our individual stories can ultimately point people back to Jesus Christ.Julie closes with a powerful encouragement: do not despise small beginnings. What God is doing today may be preparation for an assignment you cannot yet see. Be faithful, remain obedient, and allow Him to receive the glory through your story. Keywords / TagsJulie Castro, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, CPE Summer 2026, Christian Product Expo, On Earth as It Is in Heaven, Christian testimony, obedience to God, hearing God's voice, Holy Spirit, Christian faith, walking by faith, Christian author, Christian books, Christian filmmaking, Christian movies, Christian television, healing after divorce, spiritual healing, waiting on God, saying yes to God, faith and obedience, glorifying God, Christian encouragement, Christian podcast, Christian interviews, Christian ministry, personal testimony, purpose of God, small beginnings, Kingdom of GodCall to ActionWhat is God asking you to say “yes” to today? Don't despise the small beginning. Take the next step in faith, obey what God has placed before you, and trust Him with where the journey leads. Be sure to check out Julie Castro's book, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Personal Allegory, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to keep believing, keep obeying, and keep moving forward with God. Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don't miss more testimonies, ministries, authors, and Kingdom conversations from CPE Summer 2026.

What does it really take to pursue a God-given dream? In this five-year reflection on The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach look back at the early days of zero plays, small events, missed targets, long mornings, and years of consistency. This is not a victory lap. It is an encouragement for Christian men who know there is something in their heart from God, but feel discouraged because the fruit has not shown up yet.This episode unpacks three lessons from five years of building: develop an inevitable mentality, understand that vision matures as you do, and commit to consistency even when it takes longer than you thought. Nick and Garrett talk about the difference between belief and expectation, how faith fuels resilience, and why God often reveals more of the vision only as you keep walking. Biblical masculinity is not built on hype, convenience, or emotional surges. It is built through obedience, endurance, discipline, and a willingness to stay faithful when nobody is clapping.If you are pursuing purpose, building something meaningful, or wondering whether what God put in you is worth continuing, this episode will challenge you to keep going. The fruit of faithfulness often comes from seeds planted years earlier. A man following Jesus cannot measure his calling only by early results, public recognition, or visible momentum. He must decide what God put him on the earth to do, pay the price of consistency, and trust that the dream will grow as he does.Get With NuWave Home Lenders By Clicking HereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

Demonstrating Dr. Barnhouse's acute understanding of Romans and his heart for effective preaching, these messages skillful and reverently expound even the most difficult passages in a clear way. Dr. Barnhouse's concern for a universal appreciation of the epistle fuels this series and invites all listeners into a deeper understanding of the life-changing message of Romans. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Our Broken Arrow Senior Pastor, Ethan Vanse, continues week three of our series Life Lessons, exploring James 1 and the powerful truth that spiritual growth isn't found in simply hearing God's Word, but in putting it into practice. Through biblical examples and practical application, discover how obedience, trust, and daily responsiveness to God's voice lead to the life and freedom He desires for us. In this message, Pastor Ethan explores the following Scriptures: James 1:22-25 ESV Acts 2:37 ESV Acts 2:37 ESV 1 John 5:3 KJV Ephesians 6:1-3 ESV

Living a godly life in an ungodly world can be costly. Scripture makes it clear that believers should not be surprised when obedience to Christ brings rejection, ridicule, or resistance. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to Paul's warning in 2 Timothy and Jesus' words in John 15: those who belong to Christ will sometimes face opposition precisely because they no longer belong to the world. When Christians pursue purity, righteousness, and integrity, a culture walking in darkness may resent the light their lives represent. But God does not call His people to stand alone. The Holy Spirit gives believers power to withstand the pressures around them, while God's Word exposes lies and trains us in righteousness. Scripture teaches, corrects, rebukes, and equips us to live faithfully in every circumstance. The more deeply we immerse ourselves in God's Word, the more our hearts and minds become aligned with His will. Obedience becomes clearer. Discernment grows stronger. And standing for Truth becomes less about resisting the world through sheer willpower and more about walking closely with Christ. When pressure comes, stay rooted in Scripture and dependent on the Holy Spirit. God has given you everything you need to stand firm, walk in the light, and remain faithful to Him. Prayer: God, thank You for Your Spirit within me to guide me to respond to worldly thinking with Biblical wisdom. Thank You for Your Word that exposes the lies around me. Help me to stay in Your Word so that my heart and mind will be aligned with Yours. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil” (John 3:19). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Never Give Up, Don't Conform to the World: WATCH NOW| LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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Obedience has a special place in the Christian life. It is not merely doing what is asked, but we obey because we see God in our superiors. All authority descends from God.

A lot of us want to obey God, but we also want to feel safe first. That tension shows up as delay, overthinking, and quiet bargaining with the very thing God already made clear. Day 12 of 31 Days of Obedience is a short devotional with a big question behind it: do we treat God's commands like suggestions when they stretch our comfort?We sit with Joshua 1:9 in the New Living Translation and slow down long enough to hear the weight of God's words: “This is my command, be strong and courageous… For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Then we make courage practical by naming its different forms: physical courage, moral courage, emotional courage, and intellectual courage. That last one gets real as we talk about questioning old assumptions, including a simple pot roast story that exposes how easily we repeat patterns without remembering why they started in the first place.We also clarify what courage is not. Courage is not the absence of fear, and it is not reckless or impulsive. Biblical obedience is purposeful. It counts the cost, moves in truth, and trusts God's presence. The heart of the takeaway is this: if God commands it, He empowers it. You are not alone, and you are not underqualified for what He is asking you to do by His Spirit.If you're ready for Christian encouragement, faith-based mindset renewal, and practical steps toward obedient living, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more women of faith can find the podcast. What's one area where you're ready to stop negotiating with God?

Waiting can feel like God hit pause on your life, but what if the pause is where your strength is rebuilt? Day 13 of 31 Days of Obedience is a short, faith-filled devotional for women who are tired of rushing, striving, and trying to force outcomes. I'm grounding our time in Isaiah 40:31 and the promise that those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength, run and not grow weary, and walk and not faint. I talk honestly about why waiting can feel like suffering, especially when it exposes our discomfort with dependence. We may pray for new strength, but not expect to actually need it. Together, we reframe waiting as an act of obedience and a form of spiritual preparation, where God trains our faith and deepens our trust. I also share how waiting teaches us not just God's voice, but God's heart: His intent is never to hurt or harm, and His timing is aimed at healing and wholeness. You'll leave with a simple reflection question to journal, voice-note, or talk through with a friend: what fruit of the Spirit has grown in your life during seasons of waiting? Then I give a practical obedience step for your prayer time today, followed by a closing prayer for endurance, courage, and steady faith. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more women can learn to wait with God instead of away from Him.

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What will you do when obedience to God costs you something? Hebrews 11 describes men and women who endured ridicule, imprisonment, mistreatment, and even death rather than abandon their faith. They could have escaped much of their suffering by conforming to the world around them, but they chose obedience because they trusted God and His promises. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that followers of Christ still face pressure to compromise. It may come through rejection from friends, career consequences for refusing unethical practices, ridicule from coworkers, or hostility toward your Christian convictions. Whatever form it takes, the temptation is the same: conform rather than stand firm. But believers are not without strength. When opposition comes, we can look to the cross of Jesus Christ as our fortress and our joy. The faithful saints of the Old Testament looked forward to God's promised redemption, while believers today look back to Christ's finished work on the cross as the only basis of salvation. When your faith and complete trust rest in Jesus Christ, you can persevere through rejection, hardship, and trials without surrendering to fear. The world may pressure you to compromise, but God calls you to stand firm—rejoicing in the Kingdom that is already here and awaiting its glorious fulfillment. Prayer: Father, though I am not faced with the extreme, violent persecution that so many believers in other countries are dealing with today, I do struggle with feelings of rejection and pressure from unbelievers in my life. In these moments, help me remember those who have gone before me and have stood strong in the face of persecution. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed” (2 Corinthians 4:8-9). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Warring Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

When life hurts and God feels silent, obedience can feel impossible, especially if you're the kind of woman who needs things to make sense. We're continuing 31 Days of Obedience with a deeply personal conversation on obeying without understanding, grounded in Proverbs 3:5-6: trusting the Lord with all your heart and refusing to lean on your own understanding. I'm walking through why God's wisdom often asks for movement before clarity, and why acknowledging him is not passive, it's active surrender. I also share a tender testimony from my own story, marking two years since my mother passed away. Grief has forced me to confront questions about timing, justice, and the pain of losing the one person who felt guaranteed to be here. If you've ever wondered whether you're “allowed” to grieve as a believer, we talk about what Scripture says about mourning with hope, how God is near to the brokenhearted, and how comfort can meet you in the mess, not after you clean it up. We get practical with a reflection prompt and a simple obedience step you can take today: practicing the words “God, I trust you” when worry, anxiety, and confusion rise. If you're navigating loss, heartbreak, betrayal, or a season that feels upside down, let this be a place where faith meets consistency and where surrender becomes a real measure of success. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more women of faith can find this journey, then tell me what you're carrying alongside your grief right now.

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Blessings For Obedience, Cursing's for Apostasy - Torah Portion - Ki Tavo: (Deuteronomy 26–29:9) by Shawn Ozbun

Hustle can look like ambition on the outside while it feels like anxiety on the inside. Today I'm holding up a different measure of success for Christian women: Obedience. Day 10 of 31 Days of Obedience is all about choosing surrender over striving and trusting that God can do more with our rest-filled faithfulness than we can do with endless grinding.We sit with Psalm 127:1–2 and let it challenge the habit of getting up early, staying up late, and carrying life like everything depends on us. If the Lord isn't building the house, the labor is in vain, and that truth isn't meant to shame us, it's meant to free us. I also share a real season where my schedule ran from before sunrise to late at night, and how God used His Word to show me that constant “go, go, go” isn't the life He's calling me to live long term.Then we get practical. I offer a reflection question to help you spot where hustle is stealing your peace: what's taking your time, capacity, and mental bandwidth but not producing the fruit of the Spirit? We connect that to Matthew 6:31–33, because worry-driven work can quietly reveal what we believe about God's love and provision. Your obedience step is simple but powerful: practice saying no so your yes stays aligned with God, not pressure, people, or fear.If you're ready for a faith-based reset, press play, share this with a friend who's tired, and then subscribe, rate, and leave a review so more women can find this daily devotional journey.

In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Kings 17:5, David Platt reflects on  the far-reaching impact of living according to God's Word.Explore more content from Radical.

Ask, Believe, Dream Bigger: The Greater Things Jesus Promised – John 14:12–14 In Episode 149 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane slow down and dive into just three powerful verses—John 14:12–14—where Jesus makes an astonishing promise about faith, prayer, and the “greater works” His followers will do. What did Jesus mean when He said, “Whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these”? And what do we do with His invitation to “ask me for anything in my name”? Together, Jamie and Jane explore the difference between dreaming with God and simply asking Him to bless our plans. They talk about bold prayers, surrendered dreams, expectations, and what it means to believe that God can accomplish more through our lives than we could ever manufacture on our own. Maybe we've been praying too safely. Maybe we've allowed disappointment to shrink what we're willing to ask God for. John 14 invites us to believe again, ask boldly, dream with God—and remember that ultimately, it is all for the glory of the Father. Reflection Question: Have I allowed fear, disappointment, or past unanswered prayers to make my prayers smaller—and what might God be inviting me to ask Him for again? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Your plans made sense. You prayed, you prepared, you did your part and then God redirected you anyway. Day 9 of 31 Days of Obedience sits right in that tension and names it for what it is: a moment that can either deepen your trust or expose what you've been clinging to. I'm Nicole Hubb, and I'm walking with you through daily surrender, one honest yes at a time.We start with Proverbs 16:9 and let it say what it says: you can plan, but the Lord guides your steps. That truth is comforting until the “guided steps” lead somewhere you did not choose. I talk through why redirection is not always correction, and why a change of direction doesn't automatically mean you heard God wrong. Sometimes He led you there for a season, and obedience now looks like following Him somewhere else.We also look at Acts 16, where the Holy Spirit blocks Paul and Silas from going to Asia and sends them to Macedonia instead. Then we get practical with a heart-check question you can journal on: are you surrendered to God's will, or attached to how you expect His will to unfold? We end by practicing release before action and praying for open hands, open ears, and the courage to move, wait, or stand still when God leads.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a rating or review so more women can find these devotionals. What's one area where you feel God redirecting you right now?

Are you in a season where life feels full of small, ordinary moments?In today's episode, The Alessies guide us through the idea of "Faithful Steps," inspired by Luke 16:10. Together, we'll explore how God values our faithfulness in the little things. Whether it's managing our time, caring for our relationships, or serving at church. We'll learn how small acts of obedience can lead to a greater harvest and why cultivating trust with God in seemingly minor moments prepares us for bigger blessings ahead.Join our community in prayer and devotion today as we ask God to help us recognize and honor the everyday opportunities to be faithful.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Noah faced an assignment that must have seemed impossible: build an enormous ark on dry land, despite having no known experience as a shipbuilder or mariner. Yet year after year, Noah continued working because he trusted the God who had called him. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that God chose Noah not because of his expertise, but because of his faithfulness. Genesis describes Noah as a righteous man who “walked faithfully with God.” God was more interested in an obedient heart than an impressive résumé. And God did not leave Noah without direction. He gave him specific instructions for building the ark, providing what Noah needed to fulfill the assignment. The same principle applies to believers today: when God genuinely calls us to His work, He is able to equip and empower us for what He asks us to do. Perhaps God is calling you toward something that feels far beyond your abilities. You may feel inexperienced, underqualified, or unsupported. Noah's story reminds us that our limitations do not limit God. If the Lord has directed your steps, trust His plan. Walk faithfully, obey what He has revealed, and depend on Him to provide everything necessary to complete the work for His glory. Prayer: God, I don't feel qualified for the work to which You have called me, but I am trusting that You will provide everything I need. Help me to have the heart of a willing servant. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Work of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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Obedience sounds inspiring until God asks you to move without giving you the full map. Day 8 of 31 Days of Obedience goes straight into that tension, grounding us in Hebrews 11:8 where Abraham obeys God's call and leaves home “without knowing where he was going.” If you've been waiting on more details before you take the next faithful step, this devotional meets you right there.I talk through why uncertainty isn't just a problem to solve, but often a place where trust gets revealed and strengthened. We look at how trials can expose where we're trying to do life without God, and why scripture is the steady source of wisdom when emotions and circumstances shift. James warns that doubt leads to instability and indecision, so we get practical about what it means to ask for God's wisdom and receive it in faith.Then we sit with a deep question: what if God were sovereign but not good, or good but not sovereign? That contrast helps us see why both truths are essential for real peace. We connect Romans 8:28 and Numbers 23:19 to the character of God, and I leave you with a reflection question plus a simple daily practice to notice an outcome that points to God's goodness or sovereignty even in the moments that first irritate or confuse you.If this encourages you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more women can find the podcast. What is hardest for you to trust in uncertainty: God's goodness or God's control?

The truth is, your calling from God may not always thrill you. Dr. Tony Evans examines the tension between selfishness and submission and explains why obedience is essential to fulfilling God's purpose, even when His direction takes us somewhere we would rather not go.

God Is Shaking His Church: Judgment, Restoration & the Return to Biblical Foundations | KIB 546 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing DESCRIPTION Is the shaking in the Church merely destruction—or could God be using judgment to prepare His people for restoration? In KIB 546, Dr. Michael Lake and Mary Lou Lake examine a powerful biblical pattern: when God's covenant people depart from His established foundations, judgment can become an instrument of restoration. Scripture repeatedly reveals a progression: ·      God establishes His order. ·      Mixture and compromise enter. ·      Prophetic warnings are given. ·      Repentance is resisted. ·      Judgment exposes and removes what is false. ·      A faithful remnant returns to covenant. ·      God restores upon the foundation He originally established. From the Babylonian exile and the rebuilding described in Ezra, to Jeremiah, Haggai, Josiah, Hebrews, Revelation, and the New Testament Church, the pattern remains remarkably consistent. Judgment does not necessarily mean that God has abandoned His people. His discipline can demonstrate precisely the opposite. Hebrews 12:6 teaches that the Lord disciplines those whom He loves. Dr. Lake explains why God may have to dismantle spiritual corruption, false doctrine, religious entertainment, prosperity thinking, celebrity culture, pagan mixture, and man-made traditions before genuine restoration can occur. The question for the remnant is not simply:  "God, will You revive what we have built?" A more important prayer may be:  "Father, remove everything we have built that prevents us from becoming what You intended." This episode examines the biblical sequence of judgment, remembrance, repentance, return, obedience, holiness, and restoration—and why understanding that process may be critical for the days ahead. God is not calling His people to invent another Christianity. He is calling His people back to the foundation. ·      Christ has not moved. ·      The Word has not changed. ·      The Kingdom cannot be shaken. The shaking reveals what God never built, so what He established can be seen clearly again. The remnant must return to Christ, biblical authority, holiness, obedience, covenant faithfulness, prayer, sound doctrine, the fear of the Lord, and the Holy Spirit's leadership. "Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken." — Hebrews 12:28 KEY SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED Jeremiah 30:11 Jeremiah 1:10 Jeremiah 7:4 Jeremiah 29:10–14 Deuteronomy 30:1–3 Isaiah 28:16 1 Corinthians 3:11–13 Haggai 1:5–9 2 Kings 22:11 2 Kings 23 Hebrews 12:5–11 Hebrews 12:26–28 Revelation 2:4–5 Revelation 3:19 1 Peter 4:17 Ezekiel 9:6 Isaiah 10:20–21 Zephaniah 3:12–13 John 15:2 CALL TO ACTION The time has come for believers to examine everything by the Word of God. Ask the Father to reveal anything in your life that has been built upon human tradition, cultural compromise, Babylonian thinking, or a false spiritual foundation. Choose now to cooperate with God's restoration process. ·      Return to His Word. ·      Return to holiness. ·      Return to obedience. ·      Return to covenant faithfulness. ·      Return to Christ. If this teaching strengthens you, please LIKE this video, SUBSCRIBE to Biblical Life TV, and SHARE this episode with believers who need to understand what may be happening in the Church during this season of shaking. Your engagement helps this message reach members of the remnant who may be searching for answers. Thank you to every friend and partner who faithfully stands with Biblical Life TV. Together, we are helping prepare and strengthen the remnant. TIMELINE / YOUTUBE CHAPTERS 00:00 — Biblical Life TV: Empowering the Remnant 01:31 — Welcome to Kingdom Intelligence Briefing 546 02:39 — Are We Coming Out of Babylonian Captivity? 05:33 — Understanding the Process of Judgment and Restoration 06:26 — Why Judgment Is Necessary in Covenant 08:00 — False Foundations, Compromise and Prophetic Warnings 10:00 — False Prophets and Religious Entertainment 13:30 — Judgment Can Be Corrective, Not Merely Destructive 14:00 — Jeremiah 30:11: God Disciplines His Covenant People 15:54 — God Is Bringing His People Back to Biblical Standards 17:00 — Jeremiah 1:10: God Tears Down Before He Rebuilds 19:00 — Pagan Mixture and End-Time Deception 22:09 — Babylonian Exile as Judgment and Purification 24:06 — False Confidence in Religious Institutions 25:00 — Jeremiah 29: Restoration After Exile 28:55 — Recognizing Mixture Within Modern Christianity 31:46 — SHUV: Return, Restore and Come Back to God 33:40 — Deuteronomy 30 and the Covenant Pattern of Return 36:32 — Judge Yourself Before Judgment Comes 37:45 — Judgment, Remembrance, Return, Obedience and Restoration 38:51 — Biblical Repentance Is Essential 40:50 — Christ Is the Only True Foundation 43:15 — Holy Fire Versus Strange Fire 46:08 — Haggai: When God Corrects Our Priorities 48:15 — Prosperity Begins With Covenant Faithfulness 49:00 — Josiah Rediscovers the Word of God 51:09 — Removing Idolatry Before Restoring Biblical Worship 54:21 — Judging Everything by the Word 57:45 — Build Your Life Upon the Written Word 58:44 — Rediscover the Word and Remove the Idols 01:01:19 — Christ, the True Cornerstone 01:02:23 — Hebrews 12: Discipline Produces Holiness 01:03:20 — Jesus Judges His Church in Revelation 01:04:40 — Judgment Begins at the House of God 01:05:30 — The Great Shaking of Hebrews 12 01:07:58 — God Reveals What Cannot Be Shaken 01:08:30 — Judgment Produces a Faithful Remnant 01:10:00 — Revival Versus Biblical Restoration 01:12:58 — A Different Prayer for the Church 01:13:52 — A Prophetic Framework for the Modern Church 01:15:20 — Christ and His Kingdom Have Not Moved 01:16:02 — Prayer: Remove Everything That Is Not of God 01:17:35 — Warning Against Financial Manipulation in Ministry 01:18:00 — Standing Through the Present Spiritual Attacks 01:20:26 — Believe God for Miracles During the Shaking 01:20:57 — Download This Week's KIB Study Guide

What if spiritual growth isn't about trying harder to become a better Christian? Michael Easley sits down with longtime friend and pastor Charlie Boyd to discuss the abiding life and what it means to live from the inside out. Charlie shares how his understanding of Christianity changed after decades of ministry. He once approached spiritual growth through discipline, rules, information, and striving. Over time, he discovered that abiding in Christ means something different. Jesus doesn't call us to manufacture spiritual fruit through greater effort. He calls us to remain connected to Him. In this conversation, Michael and Charlie explore what it means to “preach the gospel to yourself,” read Scripture slowly, meditate on God's Word, practice silence and solitude, and recognize the Holy Spirit's work in our everyday lives. They also discuss Galatians 2:20, union with Christ, legalism, grace, spiritual maturity, anxiety, surrender, and our longing for a heavenly home. Chapters 00:00 — The Christian life beyond striving 01:09 — A 45-year friendship begins in seminary 04:13 — Why Charlie wrote The Abiding Life Primer 05:57 — What does it mean to preach the gospel to yourself? 07:59 — Renewing your mind through Scripture 10:11 — Why repetition matters in spiritual growth 12:07 — What does it mean to abide? 13:36 — Abiding versus striving 17:02 — Moving beyond “read your Bible and pray” 19:10 — Rule-based Christianity versus grace 23:03 — Experiencing Christ rather than merely knowing about Him 26:20 — A practical approach to meditating on Scripture 30:02 — Galatians 2:20 and Christ living through us 35:38 — You can't make the flesh better 39:04 — Homesick for heaven 41:15 — Obedience as an invitation into life 45:46 — Charlie's journey through anger and striving 49:33 — Spiritual maturity and learning to surrender 53:46 — Trusting God instead of leaning on our understanding 55:09 — Becoming a non-anxious presence 56:34 — The simplicity of abiding 57:31 — The Abiding Life Primer Key Topics Covered -Abiding in Christ -Union with Christ -Preaching the gospel to yourself -Renewing the mind -Legalism versus grace -Slow Scripture reading -Scripture meditation -Silence and solitude -Spiritual maturity -Surrender and trust -Living by the Spirit -Anxiety and spiritual formation -Longing for our heavenly home Links Mentioned: The Abiding Life Primer by Dr. Charles Boyd What God Has Always Wanted by Dr. Charles Boyd Different Children Different Needs by Dr. Charles Boyd Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

The truth is, your calling from God may not always thrill you. Dr. Tony Evans examines the tension between selfishness and submission and explains why obedience is essential to fulfilling God's purpose, even when His direction takes us somewhere we would rather not go.

The truth is, your calling from God may not always thrill you. Dr. Tony Evans examines the tension between selfishness and submission and explains why obedience is essential to fulfilling God's purpose, even when His direction takes us somewhere we would rather not go.

Growing up, Beth Moore was taught that 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14 were the whole of what scripture had to say about women: submissive and silent. The founder of Living Proof Ministries and one of the most widely read Bible teachers in America, Moore objects to a hermeneutic limited to those passages. In this episode, Mark Labberton revisits his 2018 conversation with Beth Moore, recorded in the months following her viral open letter, "A Letter to My Brothers." Almost 10 years later, debates over women in leadership and whether women are free to use their full gifts in the full service of the church still roil American Christianity. This episode is an invitation to hear Moore's unique journey—discovering what it means to receive women as teachers and instructors of scripture for the building up of the church—and about the faithfulness of God to one woman's story, as she tries simply to be heard. They discuss the cost of speaking up in 2018 and the backlash that came hardest from women, her decision to repent of her own complicity, the way gender gets used abusively in every part of the church, and what it looks like to keep going with Jesus when the way ahead is cloudy. Episode Highlights "I very much am a big believer in the harbor of the church, that when it functions well … it's such a safe place for me. It was safer than my home, Mark." "Where I have been part of this and complicit in this, I will repent. So here is what I'm fighting for. I am fighting for us, and I don't just mean women. I mean women and men, brothers and sisters." "There is absolutely no world in which I would not have spoken up. … It would've been like expecting a dog not to bark at a burglar." "Where our Christianity … departs Christ-likeness, don't call it Christianity. … So if it is not like Him, it is not of Him." "I may not get it right, but I can no longer lay down to what I know is wrong." About Beth Moore Beth Moore is an evangelist, author, and Bible teacher who founded Living Proof Ministries in Houston in 1994 to teach women the scriptures. Her books and studies, including Breaking Free and So Long, Insecurity, have been translated into more than twenty languages. Her 2018 open letter "A Letter to My Brothers" named the misogyny she had absorbed in conservative evangelical life. She left the Southern Baptist Convention in 2021 and now worships as an Anglican. Her memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life, won the 2024 ECPA Book of the Year. She teaches now on the podcast Living Proof with Beth Moore. Helpful Links and Resources Living Proof Ministries, the organization Beth Moore founded in 1994: https://www.lproof.org "A Letter to My Brothers," May 2018 open letter: https://www.lproof.org/blog/a-letter-to-my-brothers All My Knotted-Up Life, Beth Moore's 2023 memoir: https://www.tyndale.com/p/all-my-knotted-up-life/9781496472670 Show Notes Moore's three-generation household; instability at home; the church as a harbor Receiving her calling at eighteen, off a pre-law political science track The surprise of discovering that theologically orthodox, scripture-loving people read women's ministry differently than her Passion drawn from pain; early trauma and a pattern she couldn't break Hypocrisy, pretense, and dreaming of fulfilled desires Strongholds and sexual sin: what her early context named but never taught people how to fight First Baptist Church Houston as a place safe enough to be corrected and still loved Pastor John Bisagno (1934–2018) asking her to speak on a Sunday night, and her own objection that she was a woman Palpable disesteem for a woman in ministry without academic credentials Playing by rules that others were not keeping Scripture as reason versus scripture as excuse Repenting of her own complicity Luke 8, the women at the resurrection, Paul's fellow workers at the end of Romans Backlash to Moore came hardest from women, including readers who abandoned her studies Asking questions on behalf of women without a microphone Affirming women formally while gender bias persists structurally The Samaritan woman at the well, and a Savior who gives dignity Obedience over clarity when the way ahead is cloudy #BethMoore #WomenInMinistry #Conversing #MarkLabberton #WomenInLeadership #Evangelicalism #BibleTeaching #ChurchToo #Complementarianism Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.

Sometimes God calls us to surrender something precious. Other times He asks us to step beyond what feels comfortable to share the Gospel, serve His Kingdom, or obey a command we do not fully understand. Whatever the assignment, genuine faith eventually comes to the same conclusion: God must be obeyed. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to the story of Noah in Genesis 6 and 7. God gave Noah an extraordinary command—to build an ark in preparation for a flood that had not yet come. The task was enormous and perplexing, yet Scripture records Noah's remarkable response: “Noah did all that the LORD commanded him.” Noah did more than build. He trusted God's Word, persevered in obedience, and proclaimed righteousness to those around him. His life became both an act of faith and a warning to others. In the same way, believers today are called to build their lives on Christ while inviting others to receive the salvation He offers. Noah was not perfect, but his faith produced action. That is the mark of authentic trust in God. Anyone can claim to believe, but living faith obeys—even when the road is difficult, the assignment feels overwhelming, or the outcome remains unseen. Where is God calling you to step out in faith today? Trust His Word, obey His voice, and leave the results in His hands. Prayer: God, help me to have the kind of faith that Noah had—faith that leads to obedience no matter how overwhelming the task. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that is in keeping with faith” (Hebrews 11:7). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Work of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Welcome to episode 260 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine when obedience doesn't make sense — why partial obedience equals complete disobedience, why religious activity cannot substitute for simple surrender, and why rationalized disobedience is spiritual treason.  Key takeaways:   Saul obeyed God's command to destroy the Amalekites — mostly. He kept the best livestock and spared King Agag. By human standards he achieved at least 95% compliance. God's evaluation: “He has not carried out my instructions.” In God's mathematics, partial obedience equals complete disobedience. The specificity of a command reveals its importance. When God is that explicit, selective compliance is not compliance — it is rebellion dressed up as obedience. Saul chose which parts to follow and which to ignore, making himself the authority rather than submitting to God's authority. Saul reframed his disobedience as worship preparation: “We kept the livestock to sacrifice to the Lord.” Samuel's response dismantles this entirely: “To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams.” You cannot substitute religious activity for simple obedience. Sacrifice without obedience is manipulation — trying to buy God's approval while refusing His authority. The pattern is consistent throughout Scripture. Isaiah, Hosea, and Jesus in Matthew all say the same thing: God prefers humble obedience to elaborate religious performance. He is not impressed by offerings brought by hands that are simultaneously ignoring His commands. Samuel calls Saul's disobedience rebellion and equates it with witchcraft and idolatry. This seems extreme until you see the common root: divination enthrones your own guidance over God's; idolatry enthrones your own worship object over God's; rebellion enthrones your own judgment over God's commands. All three are the same sin: self over God. Saul's rationale seemed reasonable from a human perspective. But when human wisdom contradicts divine instruction, human wisdom must yield. “My situation is different.” “That command was for another culture.” “God wants me happy.” These are the serpent's whispers updated for modern ears: “Did God really say…?” The consequence was precise: because Saul rejected the word of the Lord, God rejected him as king. If the king will not submit to the King of kings, he cannot legitimately rule on God's behalf. Rebellion disqualifies.  Quotable:   God doesn't grade on a curve, and He doesn't accept approximations. He doesn't want your sacrifices — He wants your surrender. Stop calling selective obedience faithfulness. Either obey or admit you're in rebellion — but don't negotiate with a King.  Application:   Identify where you are giving God 80% and calling it good enough. “I'm mostly honest.” “I tithe when finances allow.” “I forgave him, but I'm still not speaking to him.” “I'm dating a non-Christian, but we're not sleeping together.” Saul teaches us that rationalized disobedience is still disobedience. Name the specific area where you have been negotiating with a clear command. Stop calling it a struggle or a growing edge. Call it what God called it — rebellion — and repent.  Stop substituting religious activity for the obedience you are avoiding. Where are you bringing God sacrifice while ignoring His command? Giving generously while harboring unforgiveness. Serving in ministry while neglecting your family. Attending every service while refusing to reconcile a broken relationship. Fasting and praying while protecting an ongoing sin. God is not impressed. He told Saul directly: He does not want the offering. He wants the obedience. Identify the specific command you have been trying to negotiate around and obey it.  Take seriously how God classifies what you are calling a “struggle.” Saul called it pragmatism. Samuel called it rebellion equivalent to witchcraft and idolatry. When you consistently rationalize disobedience to a clear biblical command — “my situation is different,” “that was a different culture,” “God wants me happy” — you are not confused. You are in mutiny. The sophistication of your justification does not change the category. Repent of the arrogance that says your judgment supersedes God's command.  Obey today, not when it becomes convenient. Saul's partial obedience cost him his kingdom, his legacy, and his relationship with God. The closing word of this passage is not a warning about the future — it is a sentence already rendered. Do not wait for full understanding before you obey. Do not wait for circumstances to improve. Do not wait until the cost decreases. Whatever specific area of disobedience you have been carrying — name it, repent of it, and obey. Not tomorrow. Today. Completely.  Connect with us:   Website:  https://springbaptist.org  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus) https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)  Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to https://springbaptist.org/prayer/  If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. 

In 1 Samuel 4:1–22, Israel goes into battle against the Philistines and suffers a devastating defeat. Instead of asking what has gone wrong in their relationship with God, they bring the Ark of the Covenant into battle, believing that having the symbol of God's presence with them will guarantee victory. But God cannot be reduced to a formula, ritual, or good-luck charm. Pastor David Maestas explores what happens when we want God's blessing without obedience, God's protection without surrender, and God's presence without a genuine relationship with Him. Why did God allow Israel to lose the Ark of the Covenant? Why wasn't simply having the Ark with them enough? Can Christians fall into the same trap today by trusting religious practices, church attendance, prayer routines, or outward appearances more than God Himself?

Rest sounds simple until you're the one holding everything together. If you've ever felt guilty for slowing down, or scared that if you stop, something will fall apart, this devotional is for you. We're in Day 7 of our 31 Days of Obedience journey, and we're putting a bold, healing stake in the ground: rest is obedience, not laziness. We sit with Matthew 11:28–30 and Jesus' invitation to the weary, then we unpack the part many of us rush past: “Take my yoke upon you.” We talk about what Jesus' yoke actually means, why being connected to Him doesn't remove every responsibility but does lessen the weight, and how this kind of rest is deeper than sleep or a weekend off. It's soul rest, the kind that steadies you in pressure, decision fatigue, and seasons that feel too heavy. We also look at God's design for rhythm and sufficiency, how constant busyness and endless input can steal peace, and why spiritual disciplines like prayer, time in the Word, fellowship, confession, and fasting aren't extra tasks. They're pathways into lasting rest and renewed strength. You'll leave with a clear reflection question to journal and one practical step: set aside 8 to 15 minutes today to intentionally enter rest with Jesus. If this encouraged you, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, and share it with another woman who needs permission to breathe. What would change if you stopped resisting the yoke and let Jesus share the load?

The Prism of America's Education with Host Karen Schoen – How do you create a society that is so dependent, and void of free thought, that they become obedient drones, too afraid to step out of line? Compliant and obedient. The camera. The camera ties it all together; it helps them anticipate and manipulate your behavior, and keeps you in line...

What do you do when you know you were made for more, but you do not know what the next step is? In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach talk about the deep ache many Christian men feel when they know they are not fully living their purpose. That feeling is not random. It is the eternal calling card of God inside a man, reminding him that he was created for a reason and that his life is meant to matter beyond comfort, survival, or success.This conversation gives men a practical framework for discovering and moving forward in purpose: what is in your heart and what is in your hand. The heart carries desire, dream, calling, and the internal pull toward what God placed inside you. But that dream has to stay on the altar, because even a God-given desire can become corrupted if it becomes more important than Jesus. What is in your hand represents the gifts, abilities, experiences, resources, and opportunities God has already entrusted to you. Many men stay stuck because they are waiting for what they do not have instead of becoming faithful with what they do.Purpose is not found by sitting still and waiting for God to write the whole plan in the sky. It is walked out through faith, discipline, self-mastery, stewardship, and obedience in the current season. Biblical masculinity means holding humility and ambition together: dreaming greatly, but trusting God for promotion; developing your skillsets, but keeping your motive pure; taking action, but staying submitted. If you want everything God has for your life, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting, take inventory, and become fully faithful with the heart and hand He has already given you.Get With NuWave Home Lenders By Clicking HereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

If you've ever obeyed God in your career and still felt like you “failed” because the offer didn't come through, you're not alone. Day five of 31 Days of Obedience goes straight to the place where pressure hits hard: the marketplace. I'm talking about your job, your business, your clients, your coworkers, your income goals and the quiet anxiety that shows up when you're doing the right thing but not getting the result you expected.I ground our time in Colossians 3:23, because it resets the entire motive of our work: do it as though you're working for the Lord rather than for people. From there, we unpack a main idea that can change how you show up Monday morning: work becomes worship when done in obedience and excellence unto God. The marketplace is not outside of God's care or God's influence, it's one of the primary places He forms your trust, your character, and your witness.I also share a real moment from a conversation about job applications that weren't turning into callbacks and the question God pressed on my heart: What is success? When we let Romans 12:2 challenge the world's timeline and metrics, we can embrace a kingdom definition of success that's both simple and freeing: I did what God said. Our only job is to obey, the outcome is on God, and even a no or a not yet can be protection, mercy, and providence.You'll leave with a reflective question to journal and a practical obedience step you can practice immediately at work: be impeccable with your words and always do your best. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more women can find it. What's one area of your work life where you need to release the outcome to God today?

People pleasing has a way of disguising itself as “wisdom” or “waiting,” but it often looks like shrinking back from the very thing God told us to do. Today I'm continuing our 31 Days of Obedience journey with Day 6: Obedience in ministry, where faith meets consistency and success looks like daily surrender. If you've ever questioned your calling, worried about how you'll be received, or hesitated to use your spiritual gifts, this devotional is for you.We sit in 1 Peter 4:10-11 and get honest about what ministry is really for: God has given each of us gifts, and we're meant to steward them well to serve one another. Whether you're gifted in speaking, helping, leading, or encouragement, the strength and energy come from God, and the point is always His glory, not our image. I also share how Galatians 1:10 keeps me grounded when fear of rejection shows up, because if pleasing people is my goal, I'm not serving Christ.You'll hear practical encouragement for breaking the fear of man (Proverbs 29:25), letting God's perfect love cast out fear, and releasing the need to measure faithfulness by metrics. I'll leave you with a reflection question that exposes what's driving your hesitation, plus one simple obedience step you can do today: reach out to someone and ask, “How can I be praying for you today?” then actually pray.If this strengthens you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more women of faith can learn to live intentionally.

In DTWOL... Identity* we dive into... who are you... and who possesses the authority to answer that question? In a world constantly assigning labels, encouraging self-definition, and telling us to look within; Identity* dives beneath what can be seen on the surface to examine what the only true God says is true about humanity—and about those who are in Christ. From what was true FORMERLY, to the life-changing intervention of BUT GOD, we discover that biblical identity is not something we manufacture, achieve, or earn; it begins with the Creator and, for the disciple, is made new in Jesus Christ. And when the only true God changes what is happening under the skin, new desires, new affections, and a new direction increasingly become evident in the way His disciples walk, talk, and live. So perhaps the question isn't merely, “Who am I?”—but something considerably deeper: “Whose am I?”God's Word: Key Verses: Genesis 1:26–27; Ephesians 2:1–5; Colossians 1:13–14; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ezekiel 36:26–27; Additional Scripture references are woven throughout the Godcast and can be gleaned from the full transcript. Amen? Email: walkingtheway3@gmail.com

Romans 2:1–11 warns against the danger of judging others while overlooking our own sin. Everyday encounters show how quickly we can make assumptions based on appearances, only to discover we were wrong once we actually know someone's story. Paul reminds us that Scripture is not a weapon for pointing out everyone else's failures. It is a mirror meant to expose our own hearts. Like the Pharisee in Luke 18, religious people can become so confident in their own goodness that compassion is replaced by criticism and humility by self-righteousness. God alone is the perfect and impartial Judge because He knows every heart, motive, and circumstance. Our calling is not to police everyone else's soul, but to remain humble, repentant, compassionate, and willing to draw near to people others might dismiss. Because God has shown us patience, mercy, and forgiveness, we should extend those same things to others. A forgiven heart should stay soft, ready to pray, serve, forgive, and give people another chance while trusting God to judge perfectly.

What do you do when the need is bigger than what you can handle? In Small Obedience, Pastor Adam continues the I Need a Miracle series through John 6, looking at the feeding of the 5,000 and Jesus walking on water. Sometimes we're waiting for God to do something big while Jesus is simply asking us for a small yes. Bring what you have. Let Jesus into the boat. You don't have to control the outcome—the miracle is God's part. The yes is ours.

Motherhood can be holy and still feel hard. Today we sit with Proverbs 31:26–27 and get honest about what obedience in motherhood looks like when you're tired, overstimulated, and tempted to treat your kids like interruptions instead of assignments from God. We talk about how serving and nurturing your home is not “less than” real purpose. It is a divine calling where faith meets consistency, and where daily surrender becomes a fresh definition of success.We also dig into the power of our words. “When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness” is not a cute quote for the wall, it's a blueprint for Christian parenting. We break down wisdom as applied knowledge, learning your child as an individual, and correcting with love and truth instead of harshness or passive begging. If you've ever struggled to communicate well because you're repeating what you grew up with, we make room for grace and renewal.Then we address a modern trap that steals connection fast: screens. Phones can quietly pull our attention away from family movie time, schoolwork, and the small bids for attention our kids bring all day long. Obedience calls us to be watchful in our household, to ask the Holy Spirit for discernment, and to take one practical step toward our child today, a hug, an affirming word, focused time, or help with what matters to them.If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more women can find this faith-based devotional support for intentional living and Christian motherhood. What is most challenging about mothering in your season right now?

Delayed obedience rarely looks dramatic. It looks like waiting for the “right time,” asking for one more sign, or telling ourselves we'll get to it when life calms down. On Day 3 of 31 Days of Obedience, we sit with a straightforward verse that doesn't let us hide: James 4:17 says when we know what's right to do and we don't do it, that refusal becomes sin. That one line challenges how we define success, not as achievement, but as daily surrender to God's leading.We also slow down to make an important distinction: every delay is not disobedience. Sometimes God is calling us to wait. But when the instruction is already clear, postponing can become a quiet way of avoiding our yes. We talk about what that avoidance can cost, including progress in spiritual growth and the kind of peace that comes from living aligned with what we say we believe.Then we get practical. We connect obedience to integrity in the small places, the promises we make to ourselves about health, discipline, and follow-through. When our “yes” keeps collapsing, self-trust erodes, and that can spill into how boldly we trust God. With Matthew 5:37 in view, we end with reflective prompts, a simple journaling challenge, and a prayer asking God for strength, wisdom, and a heart that moves swiftly when He speaks.If this devotional encourages you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more women can find the 31 Days of Obedience journey.

You were called to lead, friend. So why does it feel like you're still waiting for permission? If you've ever wondered what a woman from the Old Testament has to do with your online business, this episode is going to surprise you. If you're searching for what the story of Deborah teaches us about faith, leadership, and building a God-led business, you're in the right place. In this episode, I'm unpacking the story of Deborah, judge, prophet, and military commander, and what her "palm tree" model reveals about building a business as a woman who feels called but keeps waiting for the right conditions. We look at how Deborah led without waiting for conditions (Judges 4:4-6, NLT), how she moved even when the general Barak hesitated (Judges 4:8-9, NLT), and how she gave God the credit the moment the battle was won (Judges 5:2-3, NLT). I  share with you the DEBORAH Decision, my 3-Step Lead Anyway Plan, and 3 things her business model teaches us: niching down and staying put, partnering without shrinking, and acting on the word instead of the feeling. Obedience, even in the small things, is still obedience. Deborah didn't need a bigger platform. She needed a calling and the courage to use it. I pray this blesses you, friend!   Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast? Join my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! I'll show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot, without relying on social media.

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Get ready for laughs, adventures, and faith-filled fun! This weekly Christian radio show is a joyful audio adventure for kids, parents, and the whole family. Each episode dives into silly stories, memorable characters, cool music, and playful moments that point listeners toward God's love in creative and surprising ways.Along the way, the show weaves in biblical truths and Christian values—like kindness, courage, forgiveness, and trusting God—without ever feeling preachy. It's designed to make kids laugh, help parents smile, and spark meaningful faith conversations long after the episode ends.Perfect for car rides, family time, or anytime you want wholesome, screen-free entertainment, this podcast blends imagination, humor, and faith into one fun experience. If you're looking for a Christian show that's a little goofy, uplifting, and rooted in God's Word, tune in each week and join the adventure as we love God, love others, and change the world!God's Great Earth is made possible through the generosity of listeners who believe in creating fun, faith-building content for kids and families. If the show has been a blessing to your family, would you consider supporting the ministry with a tax-deductible gift?Give today: www.GodsGreatEarth.comThank you for helping us create more episodes and reach more families around the world!

Your phone is loud, your calendar is louder, and somehow the most important voice can feel the easiest to miss. Day two of our 31 Days of Obedience devotional journey slows everything down and asks one practical, life-changing question: what would happen if you actually created space to hear God clearly today?We anchor in 1 Kings 19:12, where Elijah experiences wind, earthquake, and fire, yet God chooses a gentle whisper. That picture reframes how we look for guidance. I talk about the everyday noise that competes for our attention, from alerts and inboxes to the subtler distractions of fear, insecurity, resentment, and the pressure to “fix” ourselves fast. We also sit with a statement that checks my own obedience meter: God doesn't speak to be heard, He speaks to be obeyed.Then we make it practical. I give you one simple action step for building a stronger quiet time and real spiritual discipline: write down two to three distractions that constantly pull you away, and ask where you're resisting God's leading to remove one of them. We close with prayer for focus, courage, and the grace to lay aside the weights so we can hear God's voice and walk in obedience.Subscribe for the rest of 31 Days of Obedience, share this with a friend who needs clarity, and if this podcast strengthens you, leave a rating and review so more women can find it.

In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Kings 9:4–5, David Platt calls us to live with integrity of heart and obedience to God's commandments.Explore more content from Radical.

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Former Marine Patrick Whalen, CEO of Iliad Athletics, joins Trending with Timmerie. Episode Guide The necessity for rites of passage (2:12) Why growth in virtue requires more than book learning (18:22) Nursing during Mass (28:21) Is it hateful to not attend a gay wedding for a family member? (34:14) Assumption of Mary (45:58) Resources mentioned: Iliad Athletics https://iliadathletics.com/ Screen Strong https://screenstrong.org/ Patrick Whalen Substack - Rites of passage https://patrickwhalen.substack.com/p/rites-of-passage Patrick Whalen Substack - Hardy, Rough-handed Obedience https://patrickwhalen.substack.com/p/hardy-rough-handed-obedience “Lost in the Barrens” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100058/