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What if life came with a GPS. Not for the roads you drive, but for the ones you're not sure how to take?In his message, 'Life is a Highway' Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar continues All Souls' summer series on living in America with a personal reflection on discernment, loss, and finding direction.Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar turns the mechanics of an actual GPS — receiver, transmitter, ground system — into a map for navigating life's biggest questions.Drawing on his own experience of grief after the death of his daughter Sienna, the story of a young man facing a life-altering diagnosis, and the practices that keep us grounded before crisis hits, he makes the case that finding our way isn't a solo drive — it's a system, built together, long before we need it.QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER:How do you know if you're headed the right direction?What helps you recover after a devastating loss?Who tells you the truth when you can't see it yourself?What practices reignite you when you're running on empty?CHAPTERS:0:00 Opening0:48 The Road Trip1:21 Life's Big Questions2:14 The Spiritual GPS5:00 Bill's Diagnosis7:52 Losing Sienna11:15 Receiver, Transmitter, Ground13:06 Something Bigger15:05 Blocked Signal19:15 Time to Listen21:02 Who Tells You the Truth26:16 Recalibrate

Are you using every method available to spread the gospel? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Matthew 28 and Mark 16 from the KJV to remind us that God's command to go into all the world has never changed — but the methods we use have expanded far beyond anything the early church could have imagined.You might be asking: Does God only use preachers and missionaries to spread the gospel? What if I am unable to travel or go in person? Can something as simple as a text message or a phone call really be part of God's plan? Am I fulfilling my responsibility as a believer?In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster walks through three practical, Bible-rooted methods every Christian can use right where they are:- Prayer — asking God to send laborers into the harvest (Matthew 9:36-38)- Giving — supporting the spread of the gospel according to your ability (Acts 11:27-30)- Going — being willing and available when God callsThis is part of the ongoing series on God's plan to evangelize the world. Whether you are bedridden, busy, or halfway around the world, there is a method for you.If this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss a message.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Is there still time to share the gospel with the people around you? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens from John 4:34-35, John 9:4, 1 Corinthians 7:29, and Ephesians 2:12 (KJV) to remind us that the window of opportunity to reach the lost is not wide open forever — it is closing.You might be asking: Does it really matter how urgently I share my faith? What does the Bible actually say about the time we have left? How can I reach people before it is too late? What does it mean to be without hope and without God?Key points covered in this devotion:- Jesus said the fields are already white and ready for harvest — stop saying there is time- The night is coming when no man can work — Jesus said this over 2,000 years ago- Paul declared plainly in 1 Corinthians 7:29 that the time is short- Souls are dying daily into eternity without hope and without God- Believers are commanded to share the gospel with everyone they meetIf you have not trusted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, Pastor Webster urges you — do not wait. And if you are already a believer, let this devotion stir you to act.Like, comment, share this video, and subscribe so you never miss a devotion.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Season two of X-Men '97 is almost over! Let's talk about how it's going so far.0:00 Opening0:19 Intro7:20 X-Men Discussion (SPOILERS)1:14:20 Wrap Up

EP404: You Can Give Yourself Permission to Feel GoodIn this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we explore the radical idea that you don't need a reason to feel good. We've been taught that joy must be earned — through productivity, achievement, or perfect circumstances. But what if contentment was a choice you could make right now, in the middle of an ordinary day?We'll gently unpack why waiting for the "right moment" robs us of the present, and how giving yourself permission to feel a spark of lightness — even on heavy days — is an act of wisdom, not denial. You'll be guided through a calming breathwork exercise and affirmation practice to help you reconnect with the simple truth: you are enough, exactly as you are.Affirmations:• I give myself permission to feel good without a reason.• I am allowed to experience joy even in uncertain times.• My worth is not measured by my productivity.• I choose to notice the small, good things happening around me.• I deserve to feel light, even when life feels heavy.Timestamps:0:00 — Opening0:30 — Settling In2:00 — The Theme: Permission to Feel Good5:00 — Breathwork6:00 — Affirmations6:45 — Network Shoutouts7:00 — Closing#YourQuietMoment #SelfCompassion #Mindfulness #Breathwork #Affirmations #HustleStudiosDISCLAIMER

You Can Give Yourself Permission to Not Have It All Figured OutIn this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we gently explore the exhaustion of pretending to have everything under control. You do not need a five-year plan to be worthy. You do not need to see the whole map to take the next step. We talk about the quiet bravery of living in the fog, the myth of certainty, and why not knowing is not the same as not trying.This episode includes a calming breathwork practice (four-count inhale, four-count hold, six-count exhale) and five affirmations to carry with you into your evening.AFFIRMATIONS:1. I do not need to have all the answers to be worthy of love and belonging.2. My worth is not measured by how clear my path looks.3. I am allowed to take things one day at a time.4. Not knowing is not the same as not trying.5. I trust that I am exactly where I need to be, even when I cannot see why.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 — Opening0:45 — Settling In2:15 — The Theme: The Exhaustion of Pretending5:30 — The Theme: The Myth of Certainty7:15 — Breathwork8:30 — Affirmations9:15 — Network Shoutouts9:45 — Closing#YourQuietMoment #SelfCompassion #YouAreEnough #Breathwork #Affirmations #Mindfulness #SelfWorth #LettingGo #PeaceOfMind #HustleStudiosDISCLAIMER

EP378: You Don't Have to Be Fixed to Be Worthy | Your Quiet MomentThere is a quiet voice that tells you to be worthy, you need to be fixed first — that your anxiety, your self-doubt, your past are all evidence that you are not yet ready for the good things you want. Tonight, we dismantle that story. You are not a project waiting for completion. You are not a rough draft needing a final revision. You are a person, right now, in this exact form, and you are allowed to take up space exactly as you are. We explore why we hold our own worth hostage behind invisible standards, why we would never demand the people we love to be "fixed" before we love them, and why the parts of you that are still healing do not make you less lovable — they make you human.Tonight's affirmations:- I am worthy of love and rest exactly as I am.- I do not have to be fixed to deserve good things.- My worth is not something I earn — it is something I already have.- I give myself permission to stop trying to be someone else.- The parts of me that are still healing do not make me less lovable.- I am allowed to take up space, even when I am not put together.Chapters:0:00 Opening0:58 Settling In2:28 The Theme — You Are Not a Project7:48 Breathwork8:51 Affirmations9:38 Closing#YourQuietMoment #SelfWorth #YouAreEnough #SelfCompassion #Affirmations #Breathwork #SelfLove #InnerPeaceDISCLAIMER

EP344: You Are Not Broken, You Are BecomingIn this quiet moment, we explore the beautiful truth that you are not broken — you are becoming. Through the lens of kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, we discover that our cracks, scars, and imperfections are not weaknesses but the very things that make us precious. Tonight's affirmations remind you that your sensitivity is your strength, that healing doesn't require perfection, and that you are worthy of love exactly as you are.

You Don't Have to Have Everything Figured Out | Your Quiet Moment EP349In this episode, we gently release the pressure to have all the answers. You don't need a five-year plan to deserve peace. You don't need certainty to move forward. Like a river that finds its way to the sea without a map, you are allowed to discover your path one step at a time.

EP358: You Don't Have to Have It All Figured OutIn this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we sit with the beautiful uncertainty of being human. If you have ever felt the pressure to have a plan, a timeline, and a clear vision for the future — this one is for you. We talk about why nobody really has it all figured out, how trusting yourself is not the same as being certain, and why the mess you are in might be the beginning of something beautiful.Settle in, breathe deeply, and let yourself be exactly where you are.

EP333: You Are Allowed to Rest Before You're FinishedIn this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we explore the radical idea that rest isn't something you earn — it's something you deserve. If you've been pushing through exhaustion, skipping breaks, and treating rest like a luxury, this one is for you.AFFIRMATIONS:• I am allowed to rest before I'm finished with everything.• My worth is not measured by my productivity. I am valuable simply because I exist.• I give myself permission to pause, to breathe, and to take care of myself without guilt.• Rest is not a reward I earn. It is a right I claim as a human being.• I choose to treat myself with the same kindness I would give to someone I love.• My body and my mind deserve care, and I am learning to provide it without apology.• I release the pressure to be perfect and embrace the wisdom of rest.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Opening0:50 – Settling In2:00 – The Theme: Why Rest Matters4:30 – The Theme: Giving Yourself Permission6:00 – Breathwork7:30 – Affirmations8:45 – Closing#YourQuietMoment #SelfCompassion #Rest #MentalHealth #Affirmations #Breathwork #Healing #SelfCare #HustleStudiosDISCLAIMER

YQM EP315: You Don't Have to Have Everything Figured OutIn this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we gently explore the pressure to have all the answers — and why letting go of that pressure can be one of the most freeing things you'll ever do. You're not behind. You're not lost. You're simply in the middle of a story that's still being written.✨ Affirmations Featured:• I don't need to have everything figured out to be okay.• My uncertainty is not a flaw — it is part of being alive.• I trust the process of my own unfolding.• I am exactly where I need to be, even when I can't see the path ahead.• I release the need to control what comes next.• I am growing toward the light I can see, and that is enough.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 — Opening0:30 — Settling In1:30 — The Theme: You Don't Need All the Answers3:30 — The Theme Part 2: The Beauty of the Unplanned5:00 — Breathwork6:00 — Affirmations7:00 — Closing

EP318: You Can Trust Yourself to Begin Again — Your Quiet Moment PodcastSometimes the bravest thing you can do isn't starting over. It's trusting yourself enough to try again — without a plan, without a guarantee, and without anyone's permission but your own.In tonight's episode, we explore the quiet power of beginning again. Not the dramatic kind — not the burn-it-down, fresh-start kind — but the gentle, daily kind. The kind where you wake up and decide that today doesn't have to look like yesterday. We talk about why being a beginner is an act of courage, how patience with your own becoming is the deepest form of self-love, and why the most important work you'll ever do happens in the quiet, invisible moments when you choose to be gentle with yourself.If you've been carrying the weight of past versions of yourself — the job you left, the goal you abandoned, the habit you swore you'd break — tonight is your permission slip. You are not your past decisions. You are the person who is still here, still breathing, still capable of choosing something different.Tonight's Affirmations:I am allowed to begin again.My past does not define my future.I trust myself to find my way.Every day is a chance to start fresh.I don't need to have it all figured out.I am brave enough to be a beginner.The person I am becoming is worth the wait.I choose to trust the process of my own unfolding.Timestamps:0:00 — Opening0:45 — Settling In1:30 — The Theme: The Quiet Power of Beginning Again3:00 — The Theme Part Two: You Are Not Your Past5:00 — Breathwork6:00 — Affirmations7:30 — Closing9:00 — Network Shoutout#YourQuietMoment #SelfCompassion #BeginAgain #FreshStart #Breathwork #Affirmations #HealingJourney #HustleStudiosDISCLAIMER

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent shows and manga! This week we are back give our thoughts on the first two episodes of the new Ghost in the ShellPlease like, share, and subscribe!0:00 Opening0:17 Intro and What we're watching07:01 Ghost in the Shell Discussion34:55 Wrap UpCheck out our friend: Peter J. Gilbertson's books on Amazon.com

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke en Dennis de Vries over de mentale werkruimte van AI-modellen, dilemma's bij reparaties van telefoons, de nieuwe microfoons en het nieuwe mengpaneel en Samsungs Galaxy Z-aankondigingen. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening0:55 .post22:39 Heeft AI bewustzijn?33:58 Een reparatiedilemma42:39 Nieuwe podcastgear48:54 Een paspoort van Samsung1:18:45 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your church truly powerful, and could prayer be the secret you have been missing? In this devotion from Acts 4:32-35 (KJV), Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church unpacks what made the early church so extraordinary — and what it will take for the church today to walk in that same power.In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Webster draws from Acts 4:33, "And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all," to show us that a praying church is a powerful church.You might be asking:- Why does prayer have so much to do with how powerful my church is?- What does "great grace" actually look like in the life of a church?- Is there really a connection between unity, generosity, and prayer?- When was the last time I truly prayed through until the answer came?Key points from this devotion:- Great grace produced unity, renunciation, fellowship, and liberality in the early church- Prayer — not money or programs — is what makes a church powerful- The New Testament church prayed until God moved, even releasing Peter from prison- A praying church expects God to hear, answer, and work miracles- Prayer meeting attendance is one of the most practical ways to strengthen your churchIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #HolySpiritStay connected with GNBC:

Join us as we talk about to wildly different shows this evening, HBO's House of the Dragon and Disney's X-Men '97!Specifically we'll be going through season 3 episode 3 of House of the Dragon and season 2 episodes 1 through 4 of X-Men '97.We will also go over what else we've been watching and to what drink holidays we're looking towards! Please jump into the chat!Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!0:00 Opening0:19 Intro and Drinks8:24 What we're watching23:37 House of the Dragon S3 Ep3 Discussion (SPOILERS)45:57 X-Men '97 S2 Ep1-4 Discussion (SPOILERS)1:29:35 Wrap UpHOUSE OF THE DRAGON S3 EP3&X-MEN '97 S2 EP1-4

Did you pray till the answer came? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster takes us back to the New Testament church in Acts chapter 4 (KJV) to show what happens when God's people get serious about prayer. The early church prayed, the place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost. That same God is still listening today.You might be asking...- Does prayer really make a difference in my church?- What does it mean to "pray through" until the answer comes?- Why are prayer meetings so poorly attended, and does it matter?- How do I pray according to God's will and not just my own?Key points from this devotion:- The success of any ministry is in the prayers of the saints- Acts 4:31 shows a direct connection between prayer, Holy Spirit filling, and boldness- Prayer is not getting God to adjust to us — it is aligning ourselves to His will- Unity in the body follows genuine, corporate prayer- Revival always begins with people who are willing to prayIf this devotion stirred something in your heart, please like, leave a comment below, share this video with someone who needs encouragement, and subscribe so you never miss a word from the Word.#WordsFromTheWord #BibleDevotion #HolySpirit #KJV #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

When your heart is filled with anger, do you think to pray? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten takes us into Acts 4:26-27, 29 and Hebrews 1:1 (KJV) to remind us that God sees everything we are going through — and that prayer is our first and best response.You might be asking — What do I do when anger takes over? Does God really see what I'm facing? Why does it matter to pray together as a church? Is prayer really enough when people are threatening me?Here are a few key points from today's devotion:- God is a self-revealing God — you don't have to prove He exists, He makes Himself known- The early church didn't pray for the threats to stop; they prayed for boldness to keep preaching- The all-seeing God sees every threat, every injustice, and every pain you carry- When anger rises, move away from what made you angry and go find the Lord in prayer- Corporate prayer encourages hearts in ways personal prayer cannot replaceDon't carry your anger, your fear, or your burdens alone. God is listening. If this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Many of us live with the quiet assumption that God can handle our obedience, but not our honesty. We keep our real fears hidden away, worrying that voicing our deepest struggles might prove our faith isn't real.In this message from "The Friend of God" series, Pastor Adam Burton unpacks Genesis 15:1–6 to show what happens when we finally step out of our silent management and speak the raw truth to God's face. Discover why God speaks to the burdens you haven't vocalized yet, how to handle long seasons of waiting, and what it truly means to let your faith be counted as righteousness under the stars.

HotD is back! Is it any good? Let's talk about it. Apologies for early audio issues.Please like, share, and subscribe!0:00 Opening0:19 Intro2:55 House of the Dragon S3 Ep1&2 Discussion (SPOILERS)1:12:57 Favorite GoT House/Family1:30:01 Wrap Up

What does real salvation look like in your life? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster takes us through Acts chapter 2 and Acts chapter 9 in the KJV to show us evidence of salvation that simply cannot be denied.You might be asking: Does baptism really matter after I get saved? What does a steadfast believer actually look like? Can I call myself a Christian if I never fellowship with other believers? What happened when the early church gathered together?Pastor Webster walks us through the powerful moment at Pentecost when Peter preached and three thousand souls received the word and were baptized the very same day. But receiving Christ was just the beginning. These early believers continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine, in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer. Their salvation showed.Key points from this devotion:- Gaining the whole world means nothing if you lose the Savior- Repentance and baptism are both part of the obedient response to the gospel- Three thousand souls were saved, baptized, and added to the church in one day- The early church was marked by unity, steadfastness, and shared life- Real salvation produces visible, lasting change in how we live and gatherIf this devotion blessed you, please like, comment, share, and subscribe so more people can hear the Word of God.Stay connected with GNBC:

Join us as we talk about anime and anime adjacent shows and manga! This week we are back to conclude our discussion of Hell's Paradise season two!0:00 Opening0:17 Intro and Soccer18:44 Hell's Paradise S2 Finale Discussion (SPOILERS)1:13:25 Wrap Up

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We all know someone who is in trouble but we keep waiting for the perfect moment to step in. Waiting for complete information usually means we never respond at all.In this message from "The Friend of God" series Pastor Adam Burton looks at Genesis 14 to show how Abram rescued his nephew Lot. Discover why we must see the need in front of us and go anyway because God specializes in improbable outcomes.

Deze week praten Wout Funnekotter, Arnoud Wokke en Olaf Weijers over de api's van elektrische auto's, de markt voor slimme brillen, de afhankelijkheid van de VS voor AI en smarthomeproducten van IKEA. 0:00 Intro0:19 Opening0:42 .post10:47 Ev's zouden open api's moeten hebben22:38 Slimme brillen hebben geen toekomst36:12 Als de VS het wil, hebben we geen AI50:04 De nieuwe IKEA-smarthomeproducten1:07:25 SneakpeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Andrea and John as they conclude their Alien franchise watch/re-watch series!Plus, we'll go over what else we've been watching and some gaming news! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Jump in the comments!0:00 Opening0:19 Intro1:30 World Cup and UFC Freedom 2505:50 Drinks12:19 What we've been watching14:11 Wuthering Heights (2026)21:40 Spider Noir28:45 Widow's Bay Ep1 thoughts30:00 Daredevil Born Again S2 30:50 Backrooms and Hokum33:33 007 First Light thoughts36:12 The Gaming Events and Xbox's Situation39:19 Future James Bond games and adaptations rant47:00 Alien Resurrection (SPOILERS)1:26:30 Wrap Up

How is nobody talking about this series?!Warlock's Sun Rising by Damien Black continues one of the most impressive epic fantasy stories I've discovered in recent years. After being thoroughly captivated by Devil's Night Dawning, I had high expectations going into Book 2 — and somehow this sequel exceeded them. Bigger stakes, deeper character work, fascinating villains, powerful faith elements, shocking twists, and multiple jaw-dropping ending moments make this one of the strongest fantasy sequels I've read in quite some time.In this spoiler-lite review, I discuss what makes Warlock's Sun Rising such a compelling read, why fans of classic epic fantasy should take notice, and why Damien Black's Broken Stone Chronicle deserves far more attention than it receives. If you enjoy sprawling fantasy worlds, intersecting storylines, memorable characters, and a unique clash between divine power and dark magic, this may be a series you need to add to your TBR immediately.Have you read Warlock's Sun Rising or Devil's Night Dawning? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, author discussions, rankings, recommendations, and all things speculative fiction, be sure to subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages!Support the channel on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyBooks #EpicFantasy #BookReview #DamienBlack #WarlocksSunRising #DevilsNightDawning #ChristianFantasy #FantasyForTheAges #BookTube #FantasySeries #FantasyReaders #FantasyBookReview #BrokenChronicle #DarkFantasy #FantasyRecommendationsWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode?Devil's Night Dawning: https://t.ly/L2oDWWarlock's Sun Rising: https://t.ly/g0EW3Ways to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening0:56 - Book Details1:46 - Why Jim Read This3:37 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis4:33 - Eight Reasons You May Enjoy This Book7:50 - Three Reasons You Might Not Enjoy This8:53 - Jim's Final Thoughts10:39 - Closing & Wrap-Up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

Let us go back once again to Goldeneye and open some trading cards!! Will these cards look cool? I have no idea. We shall find out. We're also going to talk about the new video game First Light and James Bond in general. Hang out, grab a drink, and let's talk BOND!0:00 Opening0:20 Intro4:50 Opening Cards1:16:40 Trading Card Market1:28:16 Physical Media1:35:10 Wrap Up

Is redemption really free, and if so, what was the price? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens with the powerful hymn "Nor Silver Nor Gold" by James M. Gray and takes us deep into Acts 22:1-22 (KJV), where the Apostle Paul stands on the steps of the temple and gives one of the most compelling testimonies in all of Scripture.You might be asking — Can someone who actively persecuted Christians really be saved? What happened to Paul on the road to Damascus? Why did Paul go blind, and what does that mean for us? What does it mean that redemption was bought with the blood of Jesus?In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through these key points:- Paul openly identifies with his persecutors, sharing their background before sharing his transformation- A blinding light on the Damascus road stopped Paul in his tracks and changed his direction forever- Ananias, a man of good report, spoke simply — and Paul's sight was restored that same hour- Paul received a clear calling: to be a witness to all men of what he had seen and heard- The crowd listened — until Paul mentioned the GentilesIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs it today. Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you a living stone in God's temple? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten opens the Word to show us that the Church is not a building made of brick and mortar — it is a living, growing temple made up of every born-again believer. Drawing from Ephesians 2:21, 1 Peter 2:4-6, Matthew 16:18, and 1 Corinthians 3:11 in the KJV, Pastor Webster walks us through the beautiful truth that Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone holding everything together.You might be asking... What does it mean to be a "living stone"? Why does unity matter so much in the Church? How is Christ building His Church today? What is the purpose of apostles, prophets, pastors, and teachers?Key points from this devotion:- We are all sinners by nature, but redemption comes through the blood of Jesus Christ alone- The Church is one body, Jews and Gentiles unified under one Spirit and one hope- Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone — no other foundation can be laid- Every believer is a living stone set in a holy, spiritual temple- God gave gifts to the Church to mature, build up, and protect the saints from false teachingIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment below, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

There is a version of the story you tell where you are perfectly in the right and they are completely in the wrong. But holding onto that resentment hurts you more than it hurts them. Pastor Adam Burton explains how the book of Philemon challenges us to welcome those who have wronged us. In this message from the Charge It To Me series, we learn how Christ's grace empowers us to absorb the debt and offer true forgiveness.

Can your bad works undo what grace already did? That is the question Pastor Roderick Webster tackles in this powerful daily devotion from Words From The Word, drawing from Romans 3, Romans 4, Romans 11, Galatians 2, 2 Timothy 1, and Titus 3 in the King James Version.You might be asking: If I was not saved by my good works, can I be lost by my bad works? Does God require me to earn or maintain my salvation? Why could Abraham not boast before God? What does it really mean to be justified by faith?In this episode, Pastor Webster walks through the Scriptures to show:- Justification comes through faith, not the works of the law, as confirmed in Romans 4 and Galatians 2:16- Grace and works are mutually exclusive — if it is grace, it cannot be works, and if it is works, it cannot be grace- Abraham's faith, not his performance, was counted as righteousness- No flesh can glory before God — all boasting belongs to Christ alone- Salvation is unto good works, not salvation by good worksIf you have ever wondered whether your failures could cancel your salvation, this devotion is for you.Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay encouraged daily.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

What if a sequel didn't just continue the story… but completely reframed it?Today, I'm diving into The Ghost Brigades by John Scalzi—and let me tell you right up front: this is NOT just Old Man's War 2. This book takes everything you thought you knew about this universe and pushes it in deeper, more complex, and surprisingly emotional directions.In this spoiler-lite review, I'll break down what makes this sequel so different, why it works (for me, at least), and whether it's worth continuing the series.⸻

Imagine receiving a handwritten letter about the most explosive conflict in your life. Now imagine that letter is copied to your closest friends and meant to be read out loud in your living room. This is exactly what happened to a man named Philemon.In the first message of the "Charge It to Me" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Philemon 1-7. Discover why Paul dropped his apostolic title to write from a prison cell , what the story of Pat Tillman teaches us about surrendering our rights , and why we must close the gap between knowing grace and actually performing it.

Are you among the many on the broad road, or among the few on the narrow way? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians chapter 2 and several powerful scriptures to show us the serious condition of the person who does not know Christ as Savior — and the urgent choice every soul must make.You might be asking yourself today:- How do I know if I am truly saved or just religious?- What does the Bible mean when it says we are dead in trespasses and sins?- Can God even hear my prayers if I am living in sin?- What does it mean to walk according to the world?Key points from this devotion:- Sin causes spiritual death — a separation of the soul from God (Ephesians 2:1, Romans 6:23)- Iniquity separates us from God and hides His face from us (Isaiah 59:2)- The unregenerate man follows the world's system, which opposes all that is godly- Eternal life is a gift found only in Jesus Christ, not in religion (1 John 5:11-12)- Jesus warns that the broad road leads to destruction, but few find the narrow way (Matthew 7:13-14, KJV)If this devotion stirred something in your heart, do not wait. Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay rooted in the Word every day.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Nobody builds a tower because they feel secure. We stack bricks and build our own kingdoms to protect ourselves from the unknown.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 10 and 11 to reveal the real motivation behind the Tower of Babel. Discover why God had to tear down what humanity built, how Pentecost reversed the curse of Babel, and why Jesus offers the security we desperately crave.

The flood was the most dramatic reset in human history. It cleaned the earth completely. But Noah walked off the ark into a clean world with the exact same broken heart.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 9. Discover why God instituted capital punishment, how the rainbow is actually an unstrung weapon of war, and why Jesus had to take the arrow of divine justice on the cross.

Easter is the strangest holiday in the world because it demands a verdict. You cannot soften the claim that a publicly executed man walked out of a tomb three days later.In the final message of "The King They Didn't Expect" Easter series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the road to Emmaus in Luke 24. Discover why our unmet expectations cause our faith to collapse, how the Scriptures make our hearts burn, and why the risen Christ is still found at the table.

We grew up thinking the story of Noah's Ark was a cheerful children's tale. But when you read the text, that little wooden toy shatters. It is a terrifying account of global judgment and a God who hits the "undo" button on creation.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton walks through Genesis 7 and 8 to uncover the profound mercy hidden in the storm. Discover why God personally shutting the door changes everything, how Noah's wait in the dark teaches us to trust God's timing, and why Jesus is the final sacrifice we desperately need.

What does it really mean to call someone a hypocrite — and are we all guilty of it?This week on The Side Bar Podcast, Leise and Royce get into the contradictions people love to ignore… especially when it benefits them. From personal accountability to politics, propaganda, and perception — nothing is off limits.We talk about whether people can actually change, why we keep comparing different eras like they're equal, and how narratives get shaped depending on who's telling the story. From boycott debates to the SAVE Act, to the way “safety” gets used as a gatekeeping tool — this episode really asks: are you thinking for yourself, or just picking sides?And of course… we had to get into that perceived innocence conversation.Yeah. That one.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro music0:30 – Opening0:50 – “I speak hypocrite…”3:04 – Can people really change?4:45 – Should we still be comparing different eras?15:21 – Using propaganda when it fits your narrative21:50 – The Target boycott drama31:54 – Use your own brain — seriously38:11 – The SAVE Act48:55 – “Safety” as a tool for exclusion51:11 – “God don't play about me” people1:12:49 – Why do white men get perceived as innocent?1:13:54 – Movies are doing a lot for no reason1:25:26 – Outro

Have you ever noticed how people react to a fire alarm? We rarely run for the exits immediately. Instead, we look around to see if anyone else is panicking. Our modern culture treats spiritual reality the exact same way.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 6:1-22 to reveal what happens when human pride meets God's holy grief. Discover the danger of consequence-free living, why the story of Noah is about a God who provides a rescue, and how Jesus acts as our ultimate diving bell.

When we come to genealogies in the Bible, we usually treat them like the "Terms and Conditions" of a software update. We just scroll to the bottom. But Genesis 5 is far from boring. It is the highlight reel of humanity's true condition.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the relentless march of time in Genesis 5:1-32. We confront the reality of the "Time-Eater," the heavy exhaustion of the curse, and the profound hope found in the man who walked with God. Discover why we cannot outwork the curse and how the Last Adam offers us true rest.

What happens when three sci-fi-loving BookTubers sit down for a no-holds-barred, full-spoiler deep dive into one of the most ambitious indie breakouts of recent years?In this special Fantasy for the Ages roundtable, Jim is joined by Matt from Geaux Read Books and Derek from D&J's Epic Quest for a full spoiler discussion of Mushroom Blues: The Hofmann Report, Book 1 by Adrian M. Gibson. If you've already read the novel and want to unpack everything — the twists, the science, the character arcs, the philosophical implications, the ending — this is the episode for you.We dive into:

Genesis 4 moves us out of the perfect garden and into a reality that looks exactly like our own world today. It is a world filled with family arguments, technological leaps, and the crushing pressure to achieve.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the story of Cain and Abel to reveal the two paths of humanity. You are either walking the way of Cain by trying to earn your place, or you are in the line of Seth by calling on the name of the Lord. Discover why willpower cannot break the chains of sin and how to trade your "resume virtues" for true legacy.

We often picture the Fall as a simple fable, complete with a talking serpent and forbidden fruit. Yet Genesis 3 unfolds more like a war room, where the Creator storms the battlefield to confront a full-scale rebellion.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton delves into Genesis 3:8-24. Journey with us from the shattering of relationship to the First Gospel's bold Declaration of War. Uncover how the struggles in your marriage, the frustrations in your work, and the restlessness in your heart are all echoes of a cosmic battle already won by the woman's promised Seed.

Monday morning often feels less like a garden and more like a construction site. We feel a deep dissonance because something in the foundation of the world has fractured.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 3:1-7 to answer the haunting question: "What went wrong?" We trace the first deception, the decision to turn off God's "fences," and the exhaustion of trying to cover our own shame. Discover why the fig leaves we sew together can never truly cover us, and how God offers a better solution.

We celebrate the "self-made" man, but we rarely talk about the cost. If you make yourself, you have to sustain yourself. And that is a heavy burden to carry.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores Genesis 2:1-25 to uncover the root cause of our exhaustion. We discover that we are tired because we are trying to play the role of God in our own lives. Learn how the Sabbath, God's boundaries, and true community offer the rest you have been searching for.

Harry Dresden has survived apocalypses.But surviving after one? That's another story entirely.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews The Dresden Files Book 18, Twelve Months by Jim Butcher — a novel that trades nonstop spectacle for something far more powerful: grief, healing, responsibility, and growth.Set in the year following the devastating Battle of Chicago, Twelve Months follows Harry Dresden as he struggles to process trauma, loss, guilt, and the weight of everything he's survived. This is a quieter Dresden book in some ways — but also one that meaningfully advances the overarching story, deepens relationships, and delivers a strong, satisfying climax.In this spoiler-lite review, Jim discusses:• Why Twelve Months may be some of Jim Butcher's best writing• How realistically the book handles grief, loss, and recovery• The evolving (and complicated) relationship between Harry Dresden and Lara Raith• Major story progression for the series as a whole• Why Harry Dresden remains one of fantasy's great long-form protagonists• Who will love this book, and who might struggle with its pacing or approachIf you're a longtime Dresden fan, this is an essential discussion. And if you've been waiting to see whether Twelve Months was worth the long wait since Battle Ground — this review is for you.

The culture tells us to "follow our hearts" and define our own truth. But what happens when our feelings contradict reality?In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton walks through Genesis 1:3-25 to show how God brings order out of chaos. We look at the "Fence" (boundaries), the "Design" (purpose), and the "Logic" (God's Word) that structure our world. Discover why trusting the Architect's design is safer than following your own desires.