Podcasts about Obedience

Fr. Mike reinforces the power of God's presence in the Temple, and the importance of worshipping God the way he desires to be worshipped. We also begin to hear how Solomon starts disobeying God and setting himself up for idolatry. Today's readings are 1 Kings 5, 2 Chronicles 7-8, and Psalm 66. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

The Holy Spirit is the intelligent love that connects everything in the universe. He is always active, always creating, always revealing, always incarnating in us, and always resurrecting. Where is he? “The wind blows where it wills, and you can hear the sound it makes, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes; so it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit” (John 3: 8). Mysterious. Unpredictable. You only “see” him by his effects. So, then, how do we see and hear the Holy Spirit? Jesus tells us there are two conditions. Thank you to my newest Friends of the Show, Karen C; Margaret J; Glen McD; Arlene R, for loving and lifting me! Friends of the Show get all Premium Content and monthly meet-ups with Sonja in a monthly Bible study on the Book of Romans! LOVE the Word® is a Bible study method based on Mary's own practice: lectio without the Latin. Get the book based on Sonja's method in the right margin, How to Pray Like Mary.   L | Listen (Receive the Word via audio or video.)   O | Observe (Connect the passage to your life and recent events.) Obedience in love is the requirement for hearing the Holy Spirit speak to us and to seeing His activity in and around us. Where has He spoken to you about obedience through this episode? What do you want to say to Him about that?  V | Verbalize (Pray about your thoughts and emotions.) Remembering that He loves you and that you are in His presence, talk to God about the particulars of your O – Observe step. You may want to write your reflections in your LOVE the Word® journal. Or, get a free journal page and guide in the right-hand margin. E | Entrust (May it be done to me according to your word!) Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, enkindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created, and you shall renew the face of the earth. Amen. + It's Time for You to Be Healed Connect Join me in the Sacred Healing community  for healing prayer livestreams, Bible studies, LOVE the Word® takeaways, a healing masterclass and other courses, a dynamic phone app, and a flourishing community to help you experience deeper healing.  What We Discussed | Show Notes Overview: Minutes 00:00-12:00 –  Jesus models how to hear and see God working; how not to hear the HS; God takes the initiative Minutes 12:01-24:00 – "If you love me, keep my commandments"; an obedience problem is a love problem is a hearing problem Minutes 24:01-36:00 – love relationship is the key; unforgiveness as a block to hearing and seeing the HS Minutes 36:01-48:00 – authority issues as a block to hearing and seeing the HS Transcript Click here for a transcript of the show. 

Joe Rigney | How often is there a hitch in your obedience, or an edge to your obedience, or self-pity in your obedience?

Parents who have been blessed with compliant children often can't understand the unique challenges the parents of a defiant child face. But there is good news: These defiant children have the potential to do great things for God. Today's devotional demonstrates the responsibilities and the blessing of raising a strong-willed child. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series Parenting 911: LISTEN NOW| WATCH NOW

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When my friend Joe Mayers introduced me to his live presentation, The Bema, I was struck by how it shifted my outlook on eternity and how it motivated me to steward my gifts in light of one day having to stand before God.  In this compelling conversation, Joe and I dive into his inspiring ministry, Think Forever, which seeks to encourage an eternal perspective through storytelling.    In today's episode,  we explore the power of stories in shaping our views, the importance of using our God-given gifts for the Kingdom, and how Jesus' parables serve as timeless teachings. As we discuss the challenges and triumphs of our spiritual journeys, we're reminded of the ultimate truth: our true audience is God alone.    So join us as we open our hearts and minds to embrace living life with an eternal perspective and making the most of our gifts and talents for His glory. Xo, Donna   Listen in to learn more about my conversation with Joe Mayers:  Joe's ministry Think Forever and why we should all “think forever.” The significance of having an eternal outlook  The importance of transitioning to an eternal perspective and how to achieve it.    Resources: If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith or Christianity, you'll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman's Guide to Meeting God. Honestly, it's a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith.    Connect with Joe  Think Forever Ministry and Podcast - https://www.thinkforever.org   Connect with Donna Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Twitter:@donnajonesspeak   Donna's speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ For a copy of “15 Things, Jesus Would Say to You if You Met Him for Coffee,” go to www.donnajones.org/blog  Pick up a copy of Donna's book : Seek: A Woman's Guide to Meeting God  https://www.amazon.com/Seek-Womans-Guide-Meeting-God/dp/0800725328/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QOGM9DLB01MK&keywords=seek+a+womans+guide&qid=1644959052&s=books&sprefix=Seek+a+woman%2Cstripbooks%2C190&sr=1-2    

Welcome to "God's Business," the show that empowers Christian entrepreneurs to align their pursuits with divine principles. In this episode, we explore transforming households and impacting nations through unwavering obedience. Discover how grounded businesses, rooted in integrity and compassion, create a ripple effect beyond financial gain. Join us as we unlock the potential within our faith-driven ventures and embark on a journey of purpose, faith, and divine prosperity.   TIMESTAMPS: [01:33] The Power of Belief: Igniting Success in Sales [04:52] The Power of Defining Moments in Shaping Our Entrepreneurial Journeys [06:55] Unveiling the Blessings: Embracing God's Love and Obedience [10:44] Unleashing the Promises of Blessings and Leadership [14:32] Transforming Households and Impacting Nations through Obedience TAKEAWAYS: In this episode of "God's Business," we discovered the transformative power of aligning our professional pursuits with divine principles. Our key takeaway is the importance of embracing a higher calling that extends beyond personal success to encompass the prosperity of our homes, communities, and nations. Obedience to God's commands and teachings serves as a catalyst for change, raising the standards of leadership and inspiring others to walk in righteousness. By grounding our businesses in values such as integrity and compassion, we create a ripple effect that influences lives and cultivates households as beacons of light   RESOURCES: Website: www.billiondollarbrotherhood.com Connect with Nicholas on Instagram Connect with Nicholas on LinkedIn Join The Kings Brotherhood FB Group Grab your copy of The Modern Day Businessman: Success Without Sacrifice  

Joshua knew what it meant to stand his ground against the surrounding culture. Today, we need an entire generation of Joshuas—men and women who will stand boldly on the Lord's promises and teach their children to know, honor, and trust Him. In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef exhorts us to be Joshuas who will stand on the Lord's promises and teach them to the next generation. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series Parenting 911:  LISTEN NOW| WATCH NOW

The Bible says we are to “Start children off on the way they should go” (Proverbs 22:6). In other words, we are to be intentional in helping young men and women to know who God is and to make wise choices. In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that each generation must model faith in Christ to the next. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series Building Godly Families:  LISTEN NOW

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef reveals the most important promise God made to Moses at the burning bush. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory, Part 4: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

God is the perfect parent. He is unlike anyone we've ever known, and his love is unlike anything we've experienced before. Imagine knowing your parent loved you perfectly, and that their intentions and motives behind giving you direction was literally perfectly loving? That's how God is with us. His wisdom and direction is something we can trust implicitly because he can trust his heart toward us, and that truth makes obedience a joy. As we explore love-based obedience today, may your heart be open to the goodness of your loving Father.   Our Scripture for today comes from John 14:21, and today's worship is Authority by Elevation Worship.  -- When you trust Christ as your savior and Lord, you begin a relationship that extends into eternity.  However, eternity doesn't start in heaven, and you don't have to wait until then to experience a full life in Christ.   The truth is that we as Christians are called to invest in our relationship with God in this life as well as in the life to come.    And that means becoming more like Christ every single day.    In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus provided a systematic ethic for how to be his disciples.         It was a relatively short sermon, but God's truth in that message has never stopped reverberating throughout the world.   Our latest book, The Path to Purpose delves into the timeless wisdom of Jesus' most famous sermon, the Sermon on the Mount. St Augustine described the sermon as “a perfect standard for the Christian life.”   While we may doubt ourselves from ever achieving such “a perfect standard,” Jesus' central message in his Sermon on the Mount helps us see that standard not as a burden but rather as a source of freedom, purpose, and a guide for living beautifully.   To know more about God's calling on your life, request your copy today of The Path to Purpose: Christ's Vision for Your Life in the Sermon on the Mount, at supportfirst15.org.  

Moses had once appointed himself the deliverer of God's people. But now, at the burning bush, God is appointing him deliverer! Today's devotional looks at Moses' response to God's call at the burning bush. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory, Part 4: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

Father shows us in scripture how the early Christians joyfully accepted their new lifestyle. So should we!

How can we center our calling and pursue true, lasting fulfillment? Today's guest, media host and ministry leader Rebecca George, offers the keys to setting a firm foundation and discerning our best steps in life. Rebecca is the founder and visionary of Radical Radiance® - a podcast community where listeners are equipped to blend what they love with the Jesus who makes them shine. She is a podcaster, speaker, writer, and certified career coach whose greatest joy in life is discipling others to pursue their passions in a way that builds the Kingdom. George recounts her personal journey to discover her calling. After her mother's breast cancer battle, Rebecca started a ministry to oncology patients. During ensuing speaking engagements, many women approached her and described common obstacles holding them back from pursuing their dreams. Rebecca felt led to write a guide to help women overcome their roadblocks and live in their purpose. Common obstacles to our purpose include: comparison doubt fear George reveals that the root of all these roadblocks is a belief that doesn't line up with Scripture. She advises us to ask God to help us remember the truth. We must depend upon Him to equip us. She emphasizes remaining vigilant. In each struggle with an obstacle, we can turn to God. Rebecca refers to the Garden of Eden and notes how we struggle with similar questions faced by Adam and Eve during their moment of temptation. We can learn to recognize those old questions. We may also keep in mind that we're not alone in our struggles. We all face moments like these. We discuss transparency during our trials. In the context of healthy Christian fellowship, we can experience great benefit from asking others for prayer. Rebecca debunks the myth that it can be comfortable and cozy in our calling.  George shares an exercise to help us discover our God-given calling. She encourages women to create a Venn diagram to examine the overlap between three areas:  what matters to you what matters to God what matters to others Rebecca also advises us to consider where our spiritual gifts fit into the overlapping center of these areas. She states that this helps point us toward a mission that isn't simply centered on selfish ambition, but is instead a God-centered calling. When facing a "wall" in our calling, we can consider the following: We all have those moments. Examine your capacity. Ask God if this is a moment for endurance. Inspect your foundation. Remember who you're serving. Keep in mind that you carry the Holy Spirit within you. The power to finish well is all up to God. Rebecca reminds us that the outcome is God's. Obedience is ours. We need to remember our limits. She warns against striving. George encourages us to prayerfully ask what faithfulness looks like in this season. We need to walk through the heart-work in prayer to determine the next steps in our calling.  When facing seasons when you cannot see results, Rebecca advises working on a hobby or short-form project you can finish to help you cope (e.g. crafts). She notes that when we work with our minds, we should rest with our hands. Ministry work can be a long game. We discuss the therapeutic nature of creative play as well as taking time to celebrate who God is. Recognize that calling is a journey that changes from season to season. Connect with Rebecca on Instagram at @rebeccageorgeauthor. Check out her book, Do the Thing, along with supplemental content and videos at dothethingbook.org. Find her Radical Radiance podcast as well as coaching and speaking services at radicalradiance.live. Get inspired now and get Tina Yeager's newest release, Upcycled: Crafted for a Purpose! The book is available on Amazon, Bold Vision Books, or wherever books are sold. Visit Tina's website for craft videos and more at https://www.tinayeager.com/upcycled/

Joe Rigney | Christians do not work for our salvation, but we do work out our salvation as God powerfully works within us. All Christian obedience, then, begins on the inside.

Proverbs 19:21 King James Version 21 There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand.

Psalms and Wisdom: Psalm 131 Psalm 131 (Listen) I Have Calmed and Quieted My Soul A Song of Ascents. Of David. 131   O LORD, my heart is not lifted up;    my eyes are not raised too high;  I do not occupy myself with things    too great and too marvelous for me.2   But I have calmed and quieted my soul,    like a weaned child with its mother;    like a weaned child is my soul within me. 3   O Israel, hope in the LORD    from this time forth and forevermore. (ESV) Pentateuch and History: Numbers 11 Numbers 11 (Listen) The People Complain 11 And the people complained in the hearing of the LORD about their misfortunes, and when the LORD heard it, his anger was kindled, and the fire of the LORD burned among them and consumed some outlying parts of the camp. 2 Then the people cried out to Moses, and Moses prayed to the LORD, and the fire died down. 3 So the name of that place was called Taberah,1 because the fire of the LORD burned among them. 4 Now the rabble that was among them had a strong craving. And the people of Israel also wept again and said, “Oh that we had meat to eat! 5 We remember the fish we ate in Egypt that cost nothing, the cucumbers, the melons, the leeks, the onions, and the garlic. 6 But now our strength is dried up, and there is nothing at all but this manna to look at.” 7 Now the manna was like coriander seed, and its appearance like that of bdellium. 8 The people went about and gathered it and ground it in handmills or beat it in mortars and boiled it in pots and made cakes of it. And the taste of it was like the taste of cakes baked with oil. 9 When the dew fell upon the camp in the night, the manna fell with it. 10 Moses heard the people weeping throughout their clans, everyone at the door of his tent. And the anger of the LORD blazed hotly, and Moses was displeased. 11 Moses said to the LORD, “Why have you dealt ill with your servant? And why have I not found favor in your sight, that you lay the burden of all this people on me? 12 Did I conceive all this people? Did I give them birth, that you should say to me, ‘Carry them in your bosom, as a nurse carries a nursing child,' to the land that you swore to give their fathers? 13 Where am I to get meat to give to all this people? For they weep before me and say, ‘Give us meat, that we may eat.' 14 I am not able to carry all this people alone; the burden is too heavy for me. 15 If you will treat me like this, kill me at once, if I find favor in your sight, that I may not see my wretchedness.” Elders Appointed to Aid Moses 16 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Gather for me seventy men of the elders of Israel, whom you know to be the elders of the people and officers over them, and bring them to the tent of meeting, and let them take their stand there with you. 17 And I will come down and talk with you there. And I will take some of the Spirit that is on you and put it on them, and they shall bear the burden of the people with you, so that you may not bear it yourself alone. 18 And say to the people, ‘Consecrate yourselves for tomorrow, and you shall eat meat, for you have wept in the hearing of the LORD, saying, “Who will give us meat to eat? For it was better for us in Egypt.” Therefore the LORD will give you meat, and you shall eat. 19 You shall not eat just one day, or two days, or five days, or ten days, or twenty days, 20 but a whole month, until it comes out at your nostrils and becomes loathsome to you, because you have rejected the LORD who is among you and have wept before him, saying, “Why did we come out of Egypt?”'” 21 But Moses said, “The people among whom I am number six hundred thousand on foot, and you have said, ‘I will give them meat, that they may eat a whole month!' 22 Shall flocks and herds be slaughtered for them, and be enough for them? Or shall all the fish of the sea be gathered together for them, and be enough for them?” 23 And the LORD said to Moses, “Is the LORD's hand shortened? Now you shall see whether my word will come true for you or not.” 24 So Moses went out and told the people the words of the LORD. And he gathered seventy men of the elders of the people and placed them around the tent. 25 Then the LORD came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and took some of the Spirit that was on him and put it on the seventy elders. And as soon as the Spirit rested on them, they prophesied. But they did not continue doing it. 26 Now two men remained in the camp, one named Eldad, and the other named Medad, and the Spirit rested on them. They were among those registered, but they had not gone out to the tent, and so they prophesied in the camp. 27 And a young man ran and told Moses, “Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp.” 28 And Joshua the son of Nun, the assistant of Moses from his youth, said, “My lord Moses, stop them.” 29 But Moses said to him, “Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the LORD's people were prophets, that the LORD would put his Spirit on them!” 30 And Moses and the elders of Israel returned to the camp. Quail and a Plague 31 Then a wind from the LORD sprang up, and it brought quail from the sea and let them fall beside the camp, about a day's journey on this side and a day's journey on the other side, around the camp, and about two cubits2 above the ground. 32 And the people rose all that day and all night and all the next day, and gathered the quail. Those who gathered least gathered ten homers.3 And they spread them out for themselves all around the camp. 33 While the meat was yet between their teeth, before it was consumed, the anger of the LORD was kindled against the people, and the LORD struck down the people with a very great plague. 34 Therefore the name of that place was called Kibroth-hattaavah,4 because there they buried the people who had the craving. 35 From Kibroth-hattaavah the people journeyed to Hazeroth, and they remained at Hazeroth. Footnotes [1] 11:3 Taberah means burning [2] 11:31 A cubit was about 18 inches or 45 centimeters [3] 11:32 A homer was about 6 bushels or 220 liters [4] 11:34 Kibroth-hattaavah means graves of craving (ESV) Chronicles and Prophets: Isaiah 50 Isaiah 50 (Listen) Israel's Sin and the Servant's Obedience 50   Thus says the LORD:  “Where is your mother's certificate of divorce,    with which I sent her away?  Or which of my creditors is it    to whom I have sold you?  Behold, for your iniquities you were sold,    and for your transgressions your mother was sent away.2   Why, when I came, was there no man;    why, when I called, was there no one to answer?  Is my hand shortened, that it cannot redeem?    Or have I no power to deliver?  Behold, by my rebuke I dry up the sea,    I make the rivers a desert;  their fish stink for lack of water    and die of thirst.3   I clothe the heavens with blackness    and make sackcloth their covering.” 4   The Lord GOD has given me    the tongue of those who are taught,  that I may know how to sustain with a word    him who is weary.  Morning by morning he awakens;    he awakens my ear    to hear as those who are taught.5   The Lord GOD has opened my ear,    and I was not rebellious;    I turned not backward.6   I gave my back to those who strike,    and my cheeks to those who pull out the beard;  I hid not my face    from disgrace and spitting. 7   But the Lord GOD helps me;    therefore I have not been disgraced;  therefore I have set my face like a flint,    and I know that I shall not be put to shame.8     He who vindicates me is near.  Who will contend with me?    Let us stand up together.  Who is my adversary?    Let him come near to me.9   Behold, the Lord GOD helps me;    who will declare me guilty?  Behold, all of them will wear out like a garment;    the moth will eat them up. 10   Who among you fears the LORD    and obeys the voice of his servant?  Let him who walks in darkness    and has no light  trust in the name of the LORD    and rely on his God.11   Behold, all you who kindle a fire,    who equip yourselves with burning torches!  Walk by the light of your fire,    and by the torches that you have kindled!  This you have from my hand:    you shall lie down in torment. (ESV) Gospels and Epistles: Colossians 3:1–17 Colossians 3:1–17 (Listen) Put On the New Self 3 If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. 3 For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ who is your1 life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. 5 Put to death therefore what is earthly in you:2 sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. 6 On account of these the wrath of God is coming.3 7 In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. 8 But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth. 9 Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self4 with its practices 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. 11 Here there is not Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave,5 free; but Christ is all, and in all. 12 Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, 13 bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. 14 And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. 15 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Footnotes [1] 3:4 Some manuscripts our [2] 3:5 Greek therefore your members that are on the earth [3] 3:6 Some manuscripts add upon the sons of disobedience [4] 3:9 Greek man; also as supplied in verse 10 [5] 3:11 For the contextual rendering of the Greek word doulos, see Preface; likewise for Bondservants in verse 22 (ESV)

God humbled himself to the point of crucifixion for our sins. Humility is always God's way with us, are we living humbly in every area of our lives?

Father encourages us to complete obedience.

The Christian life is never a steady, even walk. There are hills and ruts, mountaintop experiences and dark valleys. I think it's safe to say we all prefer the mountaintops to the valleys—that's just human nature—but it is often in the valleys that we grow the most. Today's devotional considers the mountaintop and the valley experiences of Moses. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory, Part 3: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

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Tonya Bailey Jones: Godly Obedience Leads to Unexpected Calls“There are people even now who struggle with the reality of, I'm not moving because I don't feel like I deserve to be given that.” ~Tonya BaileyIf you have ever felt this way, then you will enjoy today's guest, Tonya Bailey, as she shares how her leap after retiring from the military allowed her to be a beacon of hope for her family and other women in ways she could have never imagined.Tonya's Bio:Tonya Bailey Jones is a wife, mother, grand-mother, coach and transformational speaker. She is a retired Naval Officer with numerous awards and commendations. She graduated from University of Maryland-Baltimore with her bachelor's degree in Nursing and from Liberty University with her master's degree in Nursing education. With all these accolades and a successful career, you would think life was bliss for Tonya. However, it was anything but.Tonya's professional success was birthed through decades of darkness, depression and despair and shrouded in shame and regret. When God gave Tonya the vision of speaking on stages, shewas excited and ready with thoughts of motivating women to rise to success from meager beginnings. However, that was not the assignment God had for her.Through years of trepidation, apprehension and lots of self-discovery, Tonya is elated to now say she took the leap and is walking in God's calling for her life and moving at the pace of grace with God by her side.As the creator and host of "Beauty Beyond the Ashes Podcast with Tonya B. Jones", she is reaching women throughout the world with the love of God. Known as "the lady with the soothing, compassionate voice who makes you want to lean in and chat," Tonya encourages women of faith to live beyond the guilt, shame and regret of their past choices and live in the fullness of who God created them to be. Stay Connected:Tonya Bailey Jones4 Pillars of Successful Self-Forgiveness Free E-book | https://www.tonyabjones.com/4pillarsPersonal Website | https://www.tonyabjones.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/blessed1_t2w/Podcast | https://www.tonyabjones.com/podcastRachel ScottWebsite| https://rachelgscott.com/Website| http://the5leaps.com/Instagram| https://www.instagram.com/iamrachelgscott/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamrachelgscottSponsored Resources Mentioned:5 Week Leap Mentoring: Sign Up HereRGS Group: Learn More HereThe 5 Leaps Quick Guide: Grab it Here

In today's devotional Dr. Michael Youssef explores the strategy, wisdom, and faith of Moses' parents in their effort to save their son. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory, Part 3: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

We speak about Jacob's journey to his current worldview, the question of ‘obedience to what?”, safetyism, the Anglo spirit, what happened to London, the Catholic church and its failings, and much more. Jacob Phillips is an academic, a writer, and the author of “Obedience is Freedom.” You can find him on Twitter at @counteredlogos. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aksubversive/message

“If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and remain in his love.” John 15:10When Jesus spoke the line above, He followed it by saying, “I have told you this so that my joy might be in you and your joy might be complete.” These two lines, taken side by side, provide a helpful unity of Jesus' teaching regarding holy obedience to Him. First, Jesus speaks of the necessity of keeping His commandments. To some, such a statement, when taken by itself, can seem burdensome, dictatorial, oppressive and confining. But is it? The answer is found clearly as we read on.The next thing Jesus teaches is that the effect of keeping His commandments is that we “remain in His love.” He further explains that He is not asking us to do anything that He Himself was not willing to do. He was obedient to the will of the Father, keeping the commandments of the Father to perfection. Therefore, we should hear His command as a dictate flowing from His own freely lived choice to be obedient. As the Incarnate Son of God, He perfectly obeyed the Father in His human nature. The result was that He remained perfectly filled with the love of the Father. But that's not all. Joy is also experienced in a “complete” way when we imitate Jesus' perfect obedience.In light of the teaching from our Lord, how do you view holy obedience to the will of God? Take, for example, each of the Ten Commandments. Do you struggle with unwavering obedience to them? Do you experience them as oppressive and imposed limitations rather than what they truly are? When understood correctly, the Ten Commandments, and every other dictate of the will of God, are exactly what we need and, even more so, exactly what we deeply desire in life. We want interior order rather than chaos. We want integrity rather than fragility. We want joy rather than sadness. And we want unity with the love of God rather than the loss of God. The path to the life we so deeply desire is obedience to the commands of the will of God in all things. Reflect, today, upon your immediate interior reaction to holy obedience. If you do find yourself resistant in any way to this teaching of Jesus, then that is a good sign that you need this teaching more than you may know. Try to look at obedience in the light of truth. Try to see that, deep down, your soul yearns for obedience and the interior order it brings. Examine, especially, any areas of obedience you struggle with and firmly recommit yourself to unwavering obedience to each and every command of our Lord. My obedient Lord, You obeyed the will of Your Father in Heaven to perfection. Through this obedience, You not only experienced the full love and joy of the Father in Your human nature, You also set for us a perfect example and model for holiness. Help me to see the areas of my life in which I need to be more obedient, so that I, too, will share in Your holy life and that of the Father's. Jesus, I trust in You. Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2023 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Fr. Victor talks about the Consecrated Single Life in episode 13 of Native Soil. DIG IN1. What would it look like for you, in your current state-in-life, to embrace more the evangelical counsels - Poverty, Chastity & Obedience? These are the three ancient hallmarks of a Christian more perfectly surrendering their life to Christ. 2. Have you ever considered that Christ may be asking you to make a Gift of all that you are to Him? As a religious brother or sister? As a consecrated single (lay) person? 3. What secular spaces of our Native Soil do you occupy? How might the Lord want to use you and your gifts to bring Light and Life to those places? www.nativesoil.org

In this podcast, Pastor Justin concludes our series on exposing and evicting one of the great enemies of revival out of our lives. Support the show

In today's devotional Dr. Michael Youssef explores the strategy, wisdom, and faith of Moses' parents in their effort to save their son. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory, Part 2: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

The way the world is currently going today, maybe God is trying to get our attention? The voice of God doesn't always come with words. Sometimes He speaks through circumstances and situations. The question is, can you hear Him now?Feel free to give thru CASHAPP. $JesseECantyAnything you give will be appreciated. Be blessed and thank you. Contact Swype Fast at www.swypefast.com/save to get a no strings attached cost analysis for your debit and credit card processing needs! You can also reached them at 1-800-597-0713Support the show

Hosts Bill Elliff and Kyle Reno examine the book of James and share practical insights about personal revival. In the sixth installment of this series, Bill and Kyle look at how we should respond to God through a lifestyle marked by obedience.  Make sure and subscribe to the OneCry Podcast so you don't miss an episode! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-onecry-podcast/id1570142708 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5sPNuD81HJRSPQ7pTFF6DS?si=f2d4486f40264596 Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL29uZWNyeS9mZWVkLnhtbA Get your copy of the OneCry Book and Start your own personal revival journey today at https://www.onecry.com/

Just surrender it to God. Just obey God. It's simple, right? Really? It is? I want to continue the discussion today about surrendering to God and bring in obedience too. What comes first? How do you actually do it? What if I can't let it go? Stay with me for the next 20 minutes because I've got some insight for you that God has been working out in my own life. My prayer is that you'll leave this episode with fresh understanding and a heart to keep going as I share with you the foundation of your surrender and the foundation of your obedience.Do you want to read my NEW BLOG!?! CLICK HERE to read about How to Spend Time With God!After this episode, I want to hear from you! Find me on Instagram @kaelaprays and right here on Facebook too!Download your FREE GET UNSTUCK NOW! Guide right now and defeat your negative thoughts with God's truth! The enemy is coming for your thoughts and it's time to shut him up once and for all! This guide takes five of the most common lies of Satan and I give you Scripture to fight those lies with the truth. With prayer templates and a video teaching, grab this free guide now!If you have questions about knowing Jesus and having a personal relationship with Him, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email at info@kaelaprays.comYou can find out more about my services including how to work with me one on one as your Christian Life Coach & Mentor by heading to hiswordmywalkpodcast.com (or clicking the links above.)

Congratulations on finishing the Third Mansion! Today, we will read from the Third Mansion, Chapter Two, numbers 18-19. Topics are: 18. Obedience and direction 19. Misguided zeal for others Our sponsor today is Chrism Press. To pick up your copy of "The City Mother" go here: https://chrismpress.com/the-catholic-pilgrim/ Use coupon code "pilgrim15" for 15% off your first order.  

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Do you desire to lead with a positive impact as a Christian leader who prioritizes faith above success? If so, I have the solution for you. Through my expertise, I'll show you how to position yourself as a leader of faith and obedience, resulting in a powerful and positive impact on those you lead. Faith driven leadership inspires and motivates others to follow in your footsteps and achieve greatness. Together, we can bring more hope and love into the world through our leadership.Are you a Faith Driven Leader? Take our quiz to find out! Discover how aligned your faith is with your work and leadership style.As a faith driven leader, you have a unique purpose. Only you can fulfill it. - Tim WindersAccess all show and episode resources HEREReasons to Listen:Recognize the value of faith driven leadership in cultivating a trust in God and making a meaningful difference in the world.Examine biblical instances of faith driven leaders, such as Joseph and Esther, exhibiting unwavering faith and obedience.Uncover the potential for women in faith driven leadership roles, with Esther's journey as a prime example.Comprehend the crucial elements of faith and obedience in building effective leadership skills.Assess the potential impact of faith driven leadership in transforming the world for the better.Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Introduction, Tim Winders introduces the Faith Driven Leadership series, discussing the unique purpose of faith driven leaders, the importance of stepping up and fulfilling that role, and the range of ages that can become faith driven leaders.00:05:05 - It's Not About You, Tim emphasizes that faith driven leadership is not about the leader themselves, but rather, it's about recognizing that they are a vessel for a higher purpose, leading with humility, putting the needs of others first, and striving for sustainable, long-term impact.00:09:51 - Work as Ministry, Tim explains that faith driven leaders have the opportunity to view their work as a ministry, recognizing that it's not just about achieving personal success, but using their skills and talents to make a positive impact in the world, regardless of whether they're in full-time ministry or not.00:11:28 - Joseph and Esther, Tim shares two examples of faith driven leaders in the Bible: Joseph and Esther. He highlights Joseph's remarkable faith and leadership qualities, including his ability to trust God's plan in the face of adversity, prioritize the needs of others, and ultimately save his people from famine. He also discusses Esther's bravery, faith, and willingness to risk her life to save her people from genocide.00:14:44 - Joseph's story, Joseph's story is one of extreme struggle for around eleven years, followed by being elevated from a prisoner to a prime minister in a matter of days. He was positioned as a savior for his family and nation, showcasing the importance of faith driven leadership.00:15:45 - Esther's story, Esther exemplifies the importance of being a faith driven leader. Her story teaches us that faith and obedience to God's plan provide the strength and courage to make a positive impact on others. As a faith-driven leader, we must be obedient to God's plan to be positioned to impact others.00:16:58 - Importance of Obedience, Esther's story highlights the importance of obedience to God's plan as it allowed her to be positioned as a savior for her people. It takes both faith and obedience to be a faith driven leader and make a positive impact on the lives of others.00:18:28 - Faith Driven Leadership, Being a faith driven leader...

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Message for 05/07/2023 "Patience for the Process" by Justin McTeer. *All verses are NLT unless otherwise noted* Exodus 23:20-33 - “See, I am sending an angel before you to protect you on your journey and lead you safely to the place I have prepared for you. 21 Pay close attention to him, and obey his instructions. Do not rebel against him, for he is my representative, and he will not forgive your rebellion. 22 But if you are careful to obey him, following all my instructions, then I will be an enemy to your enemies, and I will oppose those who oppose you. 23 For my angel will go before you and bring you into the land of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hivites, and Jebusites, so you may live there. And I will destroy them completely. 24 You must not worship the gods of these nations or serve them in any way or imitate their evil practices. Instead, you must utterly destroy them and smash their sacred pillars. 25 “You must serve only the Lord your God. If you do, I will bless you with food and water, and I will protect you from illness. 26 There will be no miscarriages or infertility in your land, and I will give you long, full lives. 27 “I will send my terror ahead of you and create panic among all the people whose lands you invade. I will make all your enemies turn and run. 28 I will send terror ahead of you to drive out the Hivites, Canaanites, and Hittites. 29 But I will not drive them out in a single year, because the land would become desolate and the wild animals would multiply and threaten you. 30 I will drive them out a little at a time until your population has increased enough to take possession of the land. 31 And I will fix your boundaries from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, and from the eastern wilderness to the Euphrates River. I will hand over to you the people now living in the land, and you will drive them out ahead of you. 32 “Make no treaties with them or their gods. 33 They must not live in your land, or they will cause you to sin against me. If you serve their gods, you will be caught in the trap of idolatry. God Go before you, bring into a prepared place, come against the enemy, send fear and panic ahead for the enemy, cut off the opposition, send forces to help drive out the opposition, deliver the enemy into your hand set the borders, bless you, feed you, heal you, multiply you, and fill up the number of your days. Us Watch, listen, obey God, don't rebel against God, serve God, fight the enemy, destroy false gods, do not conform, do not make covenants with the enemy. Watch Matthew 11:28-30 MSG - “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly.” Ephesians 5:1-2 - Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. Hebrews 12:1-2a - Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Listen Isaiah 55:2b-3a - Listen to me, and you will eat what is good. You will enjoy the finest food. 3 “Come to me with your ears wide open. Listen, and you will find life. John 10:27 - My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. Obey James 1:22-25 - But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. 23 For if you listen to the word and don't obey, it is like glancing at your face in a mirror. 24 You see yourself, walk away, and forget what you look like. 25 But if you look carefully into the perfect law that sets you free, and if you do what it says and don't forget what you heard, then God will bless you for doing it. 1 Samuel 15:22 - But Samuel replied, “What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice. Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams. Avoid Rebellion Serve God John 12:23-26 - Jesus replied, “Now the time has come for the Son of Man[l] to enter into his glory. 24 I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels—a plentiful harvest of new lives. 25 Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who care nothing for their life in this world will keep it for eternity. 26 Anyone who wants to serve me must follow me, because my servants must be where I am. And the Father will honor anyone who serves me. Fight the Enemy Ephesians 6:12 - For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Destroy False Gods 1 Kings 11:1-6 - Now King Solomon loved many foreign women. Besides Pharaoh's daughter, he married women from Moab, Ammon, Edom, Sidon, and from among the Hittites. 2 The Lord had clearly instructed the people of Israel, “You must not marry them, because they will turn your hearts to their gods.” Yet Solomon insisted on loving them anyway. 3 He had 700 wives of royal birth and 300 concubines. And in fact, they did turn his heart away from the Lord. 4 In Solomon's old age, they turned his heart to worship other gods instead of being completely faithful to the Lord his God, as his father, David, had been. 5 Solomon worshiped Ashtoreth, the goddess of the Sidonians, and Molech, the detestable god of the Ammonites. 6 In this way, Solomon did what was evil in the Lord's sight; he refused to follow the Lord completely, as his father, David, had done. Do Not Conform Romans 12:2 - Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. 1 Peter 2:9 - But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God's very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. Do Not Make Covenants with the Enemy 2 Peter 3:8-18 - But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. 9 The Lord isn't really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent. 10 But the day of the Lord will come as unexpectedly as a thief. Then the heavens will pass away with a terrible noise, and the very elements themselves will disappear in fire, and the earth and everything on it will be found to deserve judgment. 11 Since everything around us is going to be destroyed like this, what holy and godly lives you should live, 12 looking forward to the day of God and hurrying it along. On that day, he will set the heavens on fire, and the elements will melt away in the flames. 13 But we are looking forward to the new heavens and new earth he has promised, a world filled with God's righteousness. 14 And so, dear friends, while you are waiting for these things to happen, make every effort to be found living peaceful lives that are pure and blameless in his sight. 15 And remember, our Lord's patience gives people time to be saved. This is what our beloved brother Paul also wrote to you with the wisdom God gave him— 16 speaking of these things in all of his letters. Some of his comments are hard to understand, and those who are ignorant and unstable have twisted his letters to mean something quite different, just as they do with other parts of Scripture. And this will result in their destruction. 17 You already know these things, dear friends. So be on guard; then you will not be carried away by the errors of these wicked people and lose your own secure footing. 18 Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Revelation 7:9-10 After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands. 10 And they were shouting with a great roar, “Salvation comes from our God who sits on the throne and from the Lamb!”

The author of the book of Hebrews tells us that Moses chose to give up life as a prince of Egypt “for the sake of Christ” (11:26). In today's devotional Dr. Michael Youssef describes the faith of Moses and its power. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

Today's devotional explores the life Moses relinquished because he treasured God more. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWDive deeper into the life of Moses with Dr. Michael Youssef's insightful book Treasure That Lasts: Giving Up Gold for Glory. You'll discover that every challenge or difficult decision we face is an opportunity to choose God's glory.

 Our obedience to the LORD should come out of our love for Him. Obedience to God is an expression of our love for Him. Jesus says: "IF ye love me, keep my commandments." (John 14:15) Notice "IF." God isn't interested in us obeying Him if we don't first love Him. The first 2 commandments are about LOVE and not works or working to earn God's favor, which is futility (Matthew 22:37-40). Jesus says the whole law and prophets, all the Scripture writings to that point, and in the kingdom rested upon loving God and others. HOMEPAGE:   https://safeguardyoursoul.comMAKE PEACE WITH GOD NOW: https://safeguardyoursoul.com/peace-with-god/SUPPORT:  https://safeguardyoursoul.com/donate/STORE:   https://store.safeguardyoursoul.com/ABOUT:  https://safeguardyoursoul.com/about/email Todd:  info@safeguardyoursoul.comBackground Music by: Thad Fiscella https://www.thadfiscella.com/ 

You are called to love God with your whole heart, mind, soul and strength. But how do you do this? What does an active loving of God look like in our lives? Ultimately, we love God through holy obedience. We must obey His Divine Will above all else. Perhaps that seems like a strange concept, that love of God is best expressed in holy obedience. But it is. It's expressed in holy obedience because of one simple fact: The Will of God is perfect, perfect for us, exactly what we need, it's what we were made for, and we must enter into perfect submission to His Will. In the end, the only way we will understand this form and depth of love is by living it (See Diary #616).How well do you do with the practice of holy obedience? When you think about this, does it inspire you, or turn you off? Holy obedience can be a difficult virtue to embrace and live wholeheartedly. It can be difficult to accept and to embrace as good. Look at your inner reaction to the idea of striving to obey God in all things. If you can rid yourself of any resistance to this practice, you will find great joy in loving God in this perfect way.Lord, I want to obey You in all things. I thank You that Your law is perfect and, when embraced, completely refreshes my soul. Help me to always love You in this holy way so as to make Your Will my own. In this act, I imitate Your perfect obedience to the Will of the Father. Jesus, I trust in You. Source of content: www.divinemercy.lifeCopyright © 2023 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Christians are going in two directions at once – wasting away outwardly, but gaining every day inwardly. Take heart! Christ is renewing you every day by his grace.

Did you know that the book of Job was actually the first written book in the Bible? Long before Genesis was ever written. Ever get confused on the timeline of how things happened? Have you ever got confused and said that Noah split the Red Sea? Today, we continue to walk through a Chronological order of the Bible, in Joe's simple, easy to understand way. If you've never done a Bible Study, this is the place to start.  It will help make sense of the entire Bible.  Make sure to go back and start with Part 1. which aired on June 13, 2021.  You'll be so glad you did! Also, please SHARE this podcast with your friends!

Special guest, Misty Phillips, CEO of Spark MediaMisty Phillip is an incredible woman! So talented in so many ways. God is using her and her heart for people to further his kingdom in many wonderful and diverse ways. Misty, is a mom, wife, fashionista, lover of Christ, and people. You will ALWAYS find her with a great hat, or two! I was surprised by her humility and personable nature when I spoke with her. She is a genuinely kind and person whose heart has stayed snuggled up with the Lord even as she has catapulted into success. I've heard it said, that failure is easier to handle than success. I believe that's true. We need extra caution and preparation to be mature enough to handle God-given success. All glory is God's, and we as humans really struggle to keep the main thing, the main thing. Misty, is the CEO of Spark Media, the By His Grace & Spark Influence Podcast on KHCB Radio, and an award winning author, of, The Struggle is Real but So is God Bible Study. Misty uses her natural ability to draw people together by helping faith based podcasters become equipped to face the ever changing world of technology and podcasting. She assists us both in staying afloat, by providing practical tools, teachings, and mastermind groups, as well as, encouraging and uplifting fellow podcasters. She is a seasoned entrepreneur whose awesome husband is right by her side. Together, they are calling the world of faith based podcasting and podcasters to stand up, stand out, and be a voice of hope in this present darkness. Two of my favorite quotes from Misty…1.) Stay grounded in the Word, flat on your face. 2.) Be faithful wherever God has you and pray all along the way. You can find Misty on all your favorite platforms! Be sure to check out, and sign up for Spark!Support the showLike, follow, subscribe, and drop an encouraging comment below

There is a key to receiving the blessing of God - obedience! When we obey, God blesses. Join us this week as we talk about this, the Sabbath and the God who keeps His covenant to a thousand generations.

Want to listen without the ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Our Hosts: JENNIFER SLATTERY is a writer and speaker who hosts the Faith Over Fear podcast. She's addressed women's groups, Bible studies, and writers across the nation. She's the author of Building a Family and numerous other titles and maintains a devotional blog at https://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com Follow Jennifer:https://www.lifeaudio.com/faith-over-fear/https://www.facebook.com/JenSlattehttps://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/ CAROL MCCRACKEN is a Christian communicator who teaches women Biblical truths through real-life application and humor to connect them to their God-given purpose. Carol has been a Bible teacher for twenty years and served on church staff and in women's ministry for three decades.  Follow Carol: https://www.carolmccracken.com/ REVEREND DR. KYLE NORMAN is the Rector of St. Paul's Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada.  He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others.  He also maintains his own blog revkylenorman.ca.  He has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Follow Rev. Kyle: https://revkylenorman.ca/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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God wants us to do everything we do for the right reason. Today, Joyce teaches about motives and how to receive all the rewards God has to offer.

As we continue to read about Saul's vanity and disobedience, Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of the virtue of obedience in our relationship with God. He also points out how God chose David to be anointed as king because David was a man after God's own heart. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 15-16 and Psalm 61. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.