Podcast appearances and mentions of Oswald Chambers

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Last week I was sharing about how God at times will suffer us to hunger. He did so with the Israelites in order to see what was in their hearts, "Whether they would serve Him or no." (Deut.8:1-4).I have been experiencing this deep hungering over the past week and it is still going on, and will until the work within me is accomplished. This hungering deepens into places and ways as if being taken by the hand into a valley.Lately, I have been feeling being in a place of lowliness, worries began flooding my mind and flashing thoughts of a hundred "What-If's." I started sinking lower and lower until I felt something within that I recognized from long ago. An arising within a place deeper than my heart, to get up, and move in a forward motion. Something very soldier-esque that was developed in me over 5 decades that has produced an internal determination. It is a power that makes me get up no matter how hard or bad things are or look, or what is coming. If you are sensing this kind of hunger, God is aiming at something you cannot see. Trust yourself in God's hands. Maintain your relationship to Jesus Christ by the patience of faith. Then He will let you fly. Determination is a holy, glorious conquering power.“Have you been asking God what He is going to do? He will never tell you. God does not tell you what He is going to do; He reveals to you Who He is.”― Oswald Chambers

คอลัมน์ “สดแต่เช้า”ปีที่5 (ตอนที่44) จงกระตือรือร้นในการอธิษฐาน! “เพราะฉะนั้นเปโตรจึงถูกจำจองในคุก แต่คริสตจักรอธิษฐานต่อพระเจ้าเพื่อเปโตรอย่างกระตือรือร้น”‭‭ ~กิจการ‬ ‭12‬:‭5‬ ‭THSV11‬‬ “So Peter was kept in prison, but earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church.”‭‭ ~Acts‬ ‭12‬:‭5‬ ‭ESV‬‬ David Jeremiah กล่าวว่า “ พระคัมภีร์เดิมสอนเราว่า ถ้าเราถ่อมใจลงอธิษฐาน พระเจ้าจะสดับจากสวรรค์และรักษาแผ่นดินของเราให้หาย พระคัมภีร์ใหม่ยืนยันต่อเราว่า การอธิษฐานอย่างกระตือรือร้นของคนชอบธรรม สามารถสร้างความแตกต่างให้เกิดขึ้นได้!” (The Old Testament teaches us that if we humble ourselves and pray, God will hear from heaven and heal our land. And the New Testament assures us that the fervent prayers of righteous men can make a difference.) เราและคริสตจักรของเรา ก็ควรอธิษฐานต่อพระเจ้าอย่าง กระตือรือร้นเช่นนี้ อยู่เสมอเช่นกัน! ปกติ เราใช้คำว่า“enthusiastic “ในความหมายของ“กระตือรือร้น”(ในเชิงมีความพึงพอใจ หรือมีความสนใจ) แต่ในที่นี้ เลือกใช้คำว่า“fervent”ที่หมายถึง ”ร้อนรน เร่าร้อน“เป็นคำแปลของคำว่า “กระตือรือร้น” ในขณะที่บางฉบับ ใช้คำว่า“earnest” แทนซึ่งมีความหมายซีเรียสมากกว่า คือ “จริงจังและมุ่งมั่น(อาจถึงขั้นจริงจังเกินไป)และไม่อาจมองสิ่งที่ตนเองทำเป็นเรื่องขบขันได้” ( serious and determined, especially too serious and unableto find your own actions funny) ในพระคัมภีร์ ‭(กิจการ‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭17‬ )มีตัวอย่างของคริสตจักรที่อธิษฐานเผื่อคนของพระเจ้าคือ เปโตร อย่างร้อนรน ‭‭ ดังนี้1.กษัตริย์เฮโรดเหยียดพระหัตถ์ 1).จับกุมคนของคริสตจักรโดยเจตนาจะข่มเหง(ทำร้ายบางคนใน)พวกเขา 2).ให้ฆ่ายากอบพี่ชายของยอห์นด้วยดาบ 3).สั่งจับเปโตรด้วย(เมื่อเห็นว่าการนั้นเป็นที่ชอบใจ พวกยิว) 4).จับกุมเปโตรแล้วก็ให้จำคุกไว้โดยมีทหารสี่หมู่ หมู่ละสี่คนคอยเฝ้า 5).ตั้งใจจะนำเปโตรออกมาไต่สวนต่อหน้าประชาชนหลังเทศกาลปัสกา 2.เปโตรจึงถูกคุมขังจองจำอยู่ในคุกแต่3.คริสตจักรได้อธิษฐานต่อพระเจ้าเพื่อเขาอย่างจริงจัง(อย่างกระตือรือร้น) ในคืนก่อนที่เฮโรดจะนำเปโตรมาไต่สวน 4.เปโตรกำลังหลับอยู่ระหว่างทหารสองคน ถูกล่ามด้วยโซ่สองเส้น 5.ทหารยามยืนเฝ้าอยู่ที่หน้าประตูคุก(ในคืนก่อนที่เฮโรดจะนำเปโตรมาไต่สวน) 6.ทูตขององค์พระผู้เป็นเจ้า 1).มาปรากฏและมีแสงสว่างส่องเข้ามาในห้องขัง ทูตนั้น 2).ตบ(กระตุ้น)ที่สีข้างของเปโตรปลุกให้เขาตื่นแล้วกล่าวว่า “เร็วๆ เข้า ลุกขึ้น!” โซ่นั้นก็หลุดจากข้อมือของเปโตร 3).กล่าวกับเปโตรว่า “จง(คาดเอว)สวมเสื้อผ้าและรองเท้า” 7.เปโตรก็ทำตาม 8.ทูต(สั่ง)บอกว่า “จงสวมเสื้อคลุมแล้วตามเรามาเถิด” 9.เปโตรก็ตามาออกไปจากคุก 1). เขาไม่รู้เลยว่าสิ่งที่ทูตนั้นทำอยู่เป็นเรื่องจริง 2).เขาคิดว่าตนเองกำลังเห็นนิมิต 10.พวกเขาออกไปพ้นทหารยามชุด(ชั้น)ที่หนึ่งและชุด(ชั้น)ที่สอง แล้วก็มาถึงประตูเหล็กที่จะเข้าเมือง ประตูนั้นเปิดออกเองให้พวกเขาผ่านไป11.พวกเขาเดินมาตามถนนได้ระยะหนึ่งทันใดนั้นทูตสวรรค์องค์นั้นก็(หายวับ)จากเขาไป 12.เปโตรจึงรู้สึกตัวและกล่าวว่า “เดี๋ยวนี้เรารู้แน่แล้วว่า องค์พระผู้เป็นเจ้าทรงส่งทูตของพระองค์มาช่วยเราให้พ้นจาก เงื้อมมือของเฮโรดและพ้นจากการปองร้าย(มุ่งร้าย)ทั้งปวงของพวกยิว” 13.เปโตรเกิดความเข้าใจเช่นนี้แล้ว ก็ไปยัง 1).บ้านของมารีย์ผู้เป็นมารดาของยอห์นซึ่งเรียกอีกชื่อหนึ่งว่ามาระโก 2).บ้านนั้นเป็นที่ซึ่งหลายคนกำลังประชุมอธิษฐานกันอยู่ 14.เปโตรเคาะประตูชั้นนอก15.สาวใช้คนหนึ่งชื่อโรดาจึงออกมาดูที่ประตู 1).นางจำได้ว่าเป็นเสียงของเปโตร 2).นางก็ดีใจมากจนวิ่งกลับไปโดยไม่ได้เปิดประตูพลางร้องว่า “เปโตรอยู่ที่ประตู!” 16.คนเหล่านั้นจึงพูดกับเธอว่า “เธอเสียสติไปแล้ว” (“เจ้าเป็นบ้าไปแล้ว”) 1).แต่เมื่อนางยืนกรานยืนยันว่าเป็นเช่นนั้นจริงๆ 2).พวกเขาก็พูดว่า “ต้องเป็นทูตสวรรค์ประจำตัว(เปโตร)เขา” แต่17.เปโตรยังยืนเคาะประตูไม่หยุด 18.พวกเขาเปิดประตูมาพบเปโตรพวกเขาก็แปลกใจ(อัศจรรย์ใจ)มาก19.เปโตรโบกมือให้พวกเขาสงบแล้ว 1).เล่าว่าองค์พระผู้เป็นเจ้าทรงนำเขาออกมาจากคุกได้อย่างไรพร้อมกับ 2).สั่งว่า “จงบอกเรื่องนี้แก่ยากอบและพวกพี่น้องอื่นๆทราบ” 20.พวกเขาก็จากไปยังอีกที่หนึ่ง‭‭ ~กิจการของอัครทูต‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭17‬ ‭ พี่น้องที่รัก เราไม่ได้อธิษฐานเพื่องานที่ยิ่งใหญ่ แต่การอธิษฐานคือ งานที่ยิ่งใหญ่! เหมือนที่ Oswald Chambers กล่าวว่า “การอธิษฐานไม่ใช่การทำให้เราพร้อมสำหรับงานที่ยิ่งใหญ่ขึ้น แต่การอธิษฐานคืองานที่ยิ่งใหญ่กว่างานอื่นใด!” (Prayer does not fit us for the greater work, prayer is the greater work.) ดังนั้น หวังว่าคริสตจักรของเรา และคริสตจักรทั้งหลายในไทย จะทำงานที่ยิ่งใหญ่คือการอธิษฐานด้วยใจร้อนรน กระตือรือร้น เผื่อผู้รับใช้ ผู้นำและสมาชิก คริสตจักร และพันธกิจทั้งหลายอย่างจริงจังมากขึ้น จนกว่าพวกเราจะได้เห็นการเกิดผลอย่างอัศจรรย์ มากมายทั่วประเทศไทย …จะดีไหมครับ?

What does it mean to truly prioritize your faith? Jesse Cope dives deep into this question, challenging listeners to honestly evaluate whether their actions align with their professed beliefs. Drawing from an Easter sermon, he shares a powerful quote from Oswald Chambers: "Faith that is sure of itself is not faith. Only faith in God is faith." This thought-provoking perspective invites us to embrace the authentic nature of faith—not as certainty without doubt, but as trust despite uncertainty.The episode explores the principle that genuine passion inevitably leads to performance. When we're truly passionate about our faith, marriage, or any pursuit, we actively demonstrate it through consistent action. Jesse poses a compelling question: "If we were put on trial for being passionate about God, would there be enough evidence to convict us?" This imagery serves as a mirror for self-examination, prompting listeners to consider whether their daily choices reflect their stated priorities.A fascinating examination of George Washington's prayer journal reveals the first president's profound humility and complete reliance on Christ for redemption. This historical insight directly challenges modern narratives suggesting America's founders intended to create a secular nation. How could men who integrated faith into every aspect of their personal lives deliberately exclude those principles from the foundations of government? The contradiction is striking and thought-provoking.The podcast concludes with a powerful metaphor comparing Christians to soldiers behind enemy lines, tasked with rescuing as many souls as possible. Even saving one person makes the mission worthwhile, and God always makes room for more. This encouraging perspective reminds us that our purpose extends beyond ourselves to the spiritual wellbeing of others.Join the American Soul Podcast community by subscribing, sharing with friends who might benefit from these discussions, and keeping Jesse and the podcast in your prayers as they continue to explore the intersection of faith, history, and contemporary American life.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

WhenJesus left the Pharisee's house, great crowds followed Him, but He was notimpressed by the size of the crowd or their enthusiasm. In this passage, Jesusspeaks to a large crowd following Him, saying, “If anyone comes to Me anddoes not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters,yes, and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple. And whoever does not bearhis cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple.” He uses parables aboutbuilding a tower and a king preparing for war to emphasize counting the cost offollowing Him, concluding that disciples must forsake all and be like salt thatretains its flavor. Imaginea massive crowd buzzing with excitement, trailing Jesus as He walks away from aPharisee's house. They're drawn to His miracles, His teachings, maybe evenhopes of a political revolution. But Jesus stops, turns, and delivers asobering message: discipleship isn't a casual fan club. It's a costly, all-incommitment. First,Jesus demands supreme love. He says we must “hate” our family and even our ownlives. This isn't about despising people but loving Jesus so fiercely thatevery other affection pales in comparison. Think of a parent who sacrificespersonal dreams to follow God's call or a believer who risks family ties tostand for Christ. Our love for Jesus must eclipse all else, making us willingto surrender even what's dearest. I love how Oswald Chambers puts it: “The onlyright we have is the right to give up the right to ourselves”.  Second,Jesus calls us to bear our cross. This isn't just enduring life'sannoyances—it's a daily choice to embrace shame, suffering, and God's will,just as Jesus did on His way to Calvary. It's saying no to selfish ambitionsand yes to serving Christ, even when it's unpopular or painful. Picture earlyChristians facing persecution or missionaries leaving comfort for danger.That's the cross we're called to carry. Then,Jesus uses two parables to drive home the need to count the cost. A buildermust ensure he has enough to finish a tower, or he'll face mockery for ahalf-built ruin. A king must assess if his army can defeat a stronger foe, orhe'll need to seek peace. These stories challenge us to consider: Are we readyto follow Jesus fully, knowing it may cost our reputation, possessions, or evenour lives? Half-hearted commitment won't do. Jesus wants disciples who'llfinish the race, not quit when the glamour fades. Finally,Jesus compares disciples to salt. Salt preserves, purifies, and adds flavor,making people thirsty for God. But if salt loses its savor, it's useless, fitonly to be thrown out. A disciple who compromises their faith becomesineffective, unable to impact the world for Christ. We're called to stayvibrant, devoted, and true, reflecting Jesus in our character and actions. Discipleshipis serious business. Jesus doesn't coerce us, He invites us to choose Himdeliberately, knowing the cost. He's looking for quality, not quantity, fordisciples who'll be stones in His church, soldiers in His battle, and salt inHis world. As He spoke these words, Jesus was heading toward His own cross. Heasks nothing of us that He hasn't already given. ChallengeThis week, reflect on what discipleship costs you personally. Ask yourself: Isthere something—family, comfort, ambition—I'm holding back from Jesus? Take onepractical step to deepen your commitment. Maybe it's prioritizing prayer overdistractions, serving someone despite inconvenience, or boldly sharing yourfaith. Count the cost, then choose to follow Jesus fully. Be salt that flavorsthe world around you. PrayerFather, thank You for Jesus' call to true discipleship. Give us courage to loveYou above all, bear our cross, and count the cost. Help us be salt thatglorifies You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

In this episode of Tent Talk Podcast, we continue our reflection from Oswald Chambers' My Utmost for His Highest, centering on Romans 6:5 and the powerful reality of co-resurrection with Christ. If we have died with Him, we are also raised with Him. The resurrection of Jesus has given Him the authority to give the life of God to us. Holiness isn't earned but imparted– the complete invasion of the Holy Spirit into every corner of our lives, and the call to live in the resurrection life of Christ. This is our moment in history. How will we respond? Are you ready to walk in the light and live from the life you now carry? Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Daily-Devo-5.0.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

How can I more eagerly await the return of Christ? I've been away from church for a while for health reasons, and now I feel like I'm coming back to God. What are your thoughts? What do you think of Oswald Chambers and his most well-known book? Should we be water baptized? If so, in what name?

In today's Tent Talk, we read from Oswald Chambers' classic My Utmost for His Highest and dive deep into one of the most powerful decisions a believer can make: the radical decision that sin must die in us. What does it mean to be co-crucified with Christ? Are you still identifying as a sinner, or have you fully embraced your new identity as one resurrected in Him? Join Nancy McCready as she provokes us to examine our hearts, align our will with God's, and come into full agreement with the finished work of Jesus. Are you prepared to let the Spirit of God search you until you know what the level and nature of sin is in your life? Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Daily-Devo-4.0.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

Have you seen Jesus? Not just what He's done for you, but who He truly is? In this episode of Tent Talk Podcast, we continue to explore Oswald Chambers' classic devotional, My Utmost for His Highest, and uncover what it truly means to encounter Jesus—not just to believe in Him, but to see Him. Once you have seen Him, you can never be the same. Are you ready to see Him this Easter? Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Daily-Devo-3.0.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Thomas was not among the other ten disciples when Jesus Christ appeared to them. He showed Himself alive with some mighty "infallible proofs." They touched Him and watched Him eat a piece of broiled fish and a honeycomb. They were overjoyed.When Thomas heard about it, his response was disbelief. To hear their Lord was alive and showed Himself to all ten men was not enough for him to accept. I can almost feel a kind of violent emotional reaction to something so unheard of. Even though Jesus did tell themm He would rise again. I sense a bit of hurt as well. There is powerful ownership in his demand, "Except I shall see in His hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into His side, I will not believe!" Eight days later Jesus appeared among them, but this visit was an answer to Thomas' gut wrenching line drawn in the sand statement. Jesus came for that kind of violent love demand.This was a powerful demonstration of not believing just because everybody else did. But there being only one among them, in a fierce pasion insisted on his own encounter and settled for nothing less.This is a mark of growing Christian maturity. Thomas was called "Doubting Thomas," but I ask the question, "Is it such a bad thing to doubt?" Oswald Chambers said, "Doubt is not always a sign that a man is wrong; it may be a sign that he is thinking." There is something the Lord stands up and takes notice of when a person goes up the mountain alone to pray and seek the Lord with a made up mind. Jesus is a rewarder of this kind of determination. “If Christ is not all to you He is nothing to you. He will never go into partnership as a part Saviour of men. If He be something He must be everything, and if He be not everything He is nothing to you.”― Charles Spurgeon

Ever wonder what Jesus' resurrection really means for you—right now, today? In today's episode of Tent Talk Podcast, Nancy reads from the April 8th devotion from My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers, and explores the profound truth of Christ's resurrection and what it means for us as sons. Christ's resurrection is not just a historical event—it's a gateway into His life. His resurrection means that He has the power to convey His life to us. But what does it mean to walk in newness of resurrection life? Join us as we learn to seek the Lord directly, dive into Scripture, and let the Holy Spirit be our first teacher! Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Daily-Devo-2.0_20250407_133425_0000.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

What comes to mind when you think about Easter? In this series of daily Tent Talk episodes, Nancy provokes us to quiet ourselves and reflect on the true meaning of Christ's resurrection. Drawing from J. Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest, she reminds us that the resurrection is a daily reality: we were crucified and resurrected with Christ, giving us a fresh start as a new creation. Jesus came, sent by the Father, to deal with every inch of the curse that brings separation between God and people. But are we truly living in the fullness of that new life? Let's quiet our flesh and allow the slow fire of His presence to work within us. Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Daily-Devo-1.0.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

Have you ever felt that God was silent or distant? It may be His invitation for you to know Him in a deeper way. In our spiritual journey, God sometimes trusts us with silence. It's not absence - it's intimacy. He's calling us beyond goosebumps and feelings, into a mature relationship with Him. Join us in this episode, where Nancy McCready draws from Oswald Chambers' suggestion that God's silence is not an absence of His presence, but a sign of His intimacy and a means of bringing you into a deeper understanding of Himself. Let's not mistake the absence of feelings for the absence of God. He desires mature sons who know Him deeply in spirit. He wants intimacy with you that goes beyond the surface level. Are you ready to go deeper? Here we go! Thanks for Listening! I hope that after listening to The Tent Talk Podcast, you'll want to start discussions with your team or small group. These resources can help guide your discipleship journey to maturity and destiny with the Father: Episode Notes & Conversation Guide DOWNLOAD HERE https://nancymccready.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/A-Responsive-People-4.0.pdf LINKS The Producer's Way School https://theproducersway.com Nancy's book, From Trauma to Trust https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZML6R3/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION Every journey begins with a conversation, join us on social media to get started! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbmccready Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbmccready/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nancymccreadyministries SUBSCRIBE Like what you hear? Subscribe to Tent Talk with Nancy McCready so you don't miss an episode! https://nancymccready.com/podcast/ ABOUT NANCY MCCREADY Nancy McCready is redefining discipleship across nations, cultures, and denominations. Through Nancy McCready Ministries, she partners with leaders to build deep, transformative discipleship cultures that provoke people to walk in freedom and live as mature sons of the Father.  Her powerful message comes from her journey of overcoming abuse, addiction, and self-destruction to walk in true freedom. She now dedicates her life to helping others grow in intimacy with the Father and live unto Him.  ABOUT TENT TALK PODCAST Tent Talk with Nancy McCready is a listener-funded podcast dedicated to helping Christians along their journey of a deeper walk with Christ. With the support of donors like you, we are able to help our listeners gain a deeper spiritual understanding and connection with the Father. Thank you for your support of the Tent Talk Podcast! https://nancymccready.com/giving/ Brought to you by Nancy McCready Ministries https://nancymccready.com/

Oswald Chambers says, "God is not a housekeeper but an architect." Let's break that down.Support the showBe sure to subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any other forums you use. Check out The Breakdown Duo on FB.

  FAITH #2 (Everyone needs a FAITH-Lift.)   We trust God that with His Sword He will cut and do surgery on us – to give us a faith-lift – to remove that which is old and not so pretty anymore. Our key scripture Hebrews 11:6 - “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”   Hebrews 11:3 (NIV) – By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what is visible. 1 Peter 1:3-8 -  3“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, 5 who through faith are shielded by God's power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. 8 Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, Oswald Chambers wrote in “My utmost for His Highest”: Before I can say “I saw the Lord” there must be something in my character that conforms to the likeness of God.  What we need is God's surgical procedure – His use of external circumstance to bring about internal purification.   Our Faith can re-write our future (allow Him to give you a Faith-lift) Regret looks back – past possessed. Worry looks around – seed among the thorns, Chokes your Faith. FAITH looks UP. Here's the promise – plus side of: Hebrews 11:6a – with faith we can please God (WHY) Hebrews 11:6b – He is a rewarder of those who *earnestly and *diligently seek Him. * Earnestly = showing intense feeling *Diligently = hard-working, showing effort Prophetic word God is calling for “Order in my house Hebrews 6:11-12 (Amp). The Challenge “But we do [strongly and earnestly] desire for each of you to show the same diligence and sincerity [all the way through] in realizing and enjoying the full assurance and development of [your] hope until the end, 12 In order that you may not grow disinterested and become [spiritual] sluggards, but imitators, behaving as do those who through faith ([b]by their leaning of the entire personality on God in Christ in absolute trust and confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness) and by practice of patient endurance and waiting are [now] inheriting the promises. You must first be a believer if you want to be an achiever. Without a “Faith”- driven life you will become disinterested, and a spiritual *sluggard. *sluggard = lazy person “Faith” is action – never a “passive” [not active] attitude. “Faith” is not a pill you take, but a muscle you use. You see – faith is when your hands, your heart and feet keep on working, when your head and others say it can't be done, that the situation has become too BIG for me to handle. The ones who get anything significant of eternal value done for God are: Faith-filled, Faith-focused, Real faith will refuse to see anything that is contrary (opposite) to the Bible.  It doesn't look at circumstances or conditions, but it looks at the promises. We must be moved by the “Word of God” not our feelings. 2 Corinthians 5:7 – We walk by faith and NOT by feelings Smith Wigglesworth said: “I'm not moved by what I feel.  I'm not moved by what I see. I am only moved by what I believe.” You must remember, when Adam and Eve fell, their emotions fell too. Romans 14:23b – whatsoever is not of faith is sin. Ever since that day, man kinds' of emotions have been: Inconsistent, Misleading, and Often plain WRONG Do you know what I'm talking about? One minute you'll feel happy. The next minute sad. One minute calm. The next you're steaming angry. One minute radically saved – the next not sure if you are a Christian. Imagine a world in which all of our decisions were based on our feelings.  Life run on emotions would be chaos!!  That's why we don't feel the Holy Spirit – we sense Him.  The difference between a born-again child of God and an unsaved person is  - the One lives by faith, while the world runs on emotion.  That's what they should be seeing in US - active faith. The good news is the more we walk in faith, the more our feelings start lining up with faith. Ralph Wald Emerson said: “All I have seen teaches me to trust the creator for all I have not seen.” Here's a stern warning: Hebrews 3:9 – Where your fathers tried (My patience) and tested (My forbearance) (tolerance) and found I stood their test, and they saw My works for 40 years. Their faith-less life caused them to be “skape met bokneigings”. Sheep with Goat attitudes Many times, we know and believe God has come through for us and still we chose to be “faithless”, negative, ungodly and disobedient and long to go back to the Egypt ways. The real reason why Israel missed the promised land and God's best for them.  Only a faith-filled Joshua generation went in. Romans 11:19-21 - 19They were pruned (broken) off so that we might be grafted in. 20That is true.  But they were broken (pruned) off because of their unbelief (their lack of real faith), and you are established through Faith (because you believe).  So do not become proud and conceited but rather stand in awe and be reverently afraid. 21For if God did not spare the natural branches (because of unbelief), neither will He spare you (if you are guilty of the same offense). James 2:14 (Msg) -Dear friends, do you think you'll get anywhere in this if you learn all the right words but never do anything?  Does merely talking about faith indicate that a person really, has it? (No!) In closing: How is your faith walk?  Is your “Faith” showing itself through your daily actions? - o O o -

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183When looking back through the many decades of my walk in Christ, I can honestly say that it was never in a church building that I ever met Him. It was always at home. It was in the simple getting up in the morning to pray like Jesus who, "Arising a great while before day, arose, and departed, and went out into a solitary place and there prayed." Mark 1:35.Long walks in nature and seeing His birds in flight, and looking upwards into His skies has always been when He has met me. It has been in the simple, natural places of home that I would speak to Him, and feel His reciprocated love upon me. Awaking in the middle of the night my thoughts would arise and my prayers like incense ascended, and He was ever-present. I have never felt His Presence in religious crowds and noise, but only in quiet home moments. During Jesus' life, He was always going into people's homes whenever invited. When He did lives were changed forever. There were magnificent accounts of deliverances, miracles and quiet healings right under their simple home roofs.Wherever you live, in whatever roof you live under, Jesus Christ will enter in under your roof when you ask Him. He will never turn you down. Blind Bartemeus received his sight, the Paraplegic walked, Simon Peter's mother-in-law was healed of a fever. Jairus' daughter was resurrected. On earth Jesus never had a home of His own. Make Him your eternal Home and He will be the Roof over your life now and forevermore.“There is no joy in the soul that has forgotten what God prizes.”― Oswald Chambers

Whether you are new in the faith or further down the road, you will encounter people and situations that confront and challenge your beliefs. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we spoke to a teacher who explained how to deal with criticism from others, the suffering that comes with standing up for your faith and why discovering what God’s love is must be one of the most important things we do in our faith walks. Perhaps it is the climate of our times or the rabid resistance to the things of God that seem to permeate our culture, but believers today are more reluctant, and in some cases even afraid to witness to others. Our guest cut through those fears and reticence to share how we can conquer our apprehensions and have honest, eternally important conversations with those we meet. Talking about the events of Revelation have more often than not been viewed as a reason to fear and be terrified at what is to come. But we shared the heart and insights of a well-respected pastor and teacher who encouraged God’s people to re-examine those events not in terms of what will happen but WHO is coming back and the great and glorious promises that will be filled when these prophecies are fulfilled. He explained how this change in perspective can deepen our relationship with the Lord while we wait anxiously for His return. Our guest took us into the life of Oswald Chambers, a man whose faith walk has inspired many, to give us new insights into his own journey with the Lord and to encourage us in ours. Join us for another deep dive into the headlines of the week as we scrutinize what we hear in the marketplace against what God’s word says.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“When I see the Lord Jesus Christ, I simply want to be what He wants me to be.” —Oswald Chambers

The beloved devotional My Utmost for His Highest has challenged, encouraged, and moved people to think more deeply about their relationship with the Lord. David McCasland will join us to stretch our understanding of God and how He works as we ponder the timeless wisdom of Oswald Chambers paired with modern-day stories of inspiration. Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.” -1 Peter 4:12-13I put on my cross necklace daily, sometimes pairing it with earrings—but what does the cross truly represent? The dainty charm wasn't celebrated over 2000 years ago as it is today. Jesus, in Mark 8:34, invites us to deny ourselves, pick up our cross, and follow Him; what does that mean?Could a loving God call us to hug our moments or lifelong plights of suffering?In today's episode, I share a powerful devotional from Oswald Chambers which challenges the present culture's comfort-driven mindset to shift our hearts toward the truth which is that following Christ means embracing His suffering. Unfortunately, our dreams of a perfect marriage to our wonderful best friend aren't exempt from Jesus's invitation. Nor is our cherished role as mothers, which we often place at the center of our lives, going to be an addendum to the call to follow Jesus while dragging our cross. When we understand the gospel of suffering, the trials we face as wives and moms have a deeper meaning. My hope is for this episode to normalize the difficulty. I pray that 1 Peter 4 can be applied daily to encourage your trust in the LORD, who sees you in all troubles. Cheering for you!-Brittany This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit courageousradiance.substack.com

Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube here.The goal of this free one-hour workshop, led by Jim Karwisch, was to help participants understand the concept of projecting onto others, explore how it hinders genuine connection, and develop skills for seeing themselves and others more clearly."We are not true to one another as facts, seeing each other as we really are; we are only true to our misconceived ideas of one another. According to our thinking, everything is either delightful and good, or it is evil, malicious, and cowardly." - Oswald Chambers, The Teaching of Disillusionment For the video version, click here.

Welcome to the Radical Radiance Podcast with your host, Rebecca George! In this special series celebrating the launch of Rebecca's latest book, You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry Up World, we dive into listener stories focused on the theme of moving from weakness to strength. In today's episode, we hear from two listeners—one navigating her husband's job search and another, a cancer survivor focusing on her relationship with God. Rebecca offers encouragement and practical advice for staying anchored in God's Word during trying times. Don't miss this episode aimed at those seeking to trust God's timing in life's challenges. Rebecca has a brand new book! The world tells us to hurry up and get what we want. God tells us to rest and trust in His timing. Discover practical ways to place your “meanwhile” season in the hands of a faithful God in Rebecca's new book You're Not Too Late. ⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Access Preorder Bonus (a FREE 50-day Digital Devotional!)⁠⁠ Sponsors: Are you ready for a fresh way to experience God's Word? The Oswald Chambers Bible brings the timeless wisdom of My Utmost for His Highest right into the pages of Scripture. This all-in-one resource features the full Modern Classic Edition of Oswald Chambers' best-selling devotional alongside a reading plan to guide your time in God's Word. Created in partnership with Our Daily Bread, it's the perfect tool to deepen your relationship with Christ in 2025. Grab your copy today and discover a transformative way to engage with Scripture! Oswald Chambers Bible

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Over the past few days I found myself duing devotions going over a few things in memory. Things from long ago that brought heart brokenness. What was surprising is that the same powerful feelings of the long ago moments of those heart breaks were still powerfully alive in me.As I was remembering those things, I had an image of something broken and shattered in pieces before me. I spoke to the Lord as I had that vision in view saying, "Lord, how can you pour into my heart, my vessel, your living waters? How can my broken heart catch and hold your rivers?"I heard Him speak quietly within me, "When a heart is unbroken it is harder for the living waters to flow into it. The waters pour over it but not into it because it is closed up, there are no entrances. But the broken heart allows the rivers of life to fully flow into it." I saw the vision change to seeing water from above flowing like rushing mighty waters in through the broken pieces. The broken pieces became the very entrances for His life flow of love.I started to think about what it meant to remember, and how it is something we all do every day all day long. But there is another kind of "remembering." It is spiritual, and it is created in us as believers to always remember Jesus Christ.God also wants us to call upon Him to remember us. Nehemiah said it many times, "Lord remember me." David, Hezekiah, Hannah, Rachel, Isaacs wife, Job, the Israelites, the thief on the cross and many others prayed the same thing and God remembered and answered them. There comes a time that you must do the same. Do not shrink back from it during hard times, weaknesses, fears and sorrows. Say those three powerful words to the Lord the same as them, "Lord, remember me!" Remember also, "His thoughts for you are innumerable" more than the sand of the seashore."And just as Jesus answered the thief on the cross, He will answer you and say, "Today...." "And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me." Luke 22:19 - Jesus Christ. "But God is the God of our yesterdays, and He allows the memory of them to turn the past into a ministry of spiritual growth for our future. God reminds us of the past to protect us from a very shallow security in the present." - Oswald Chambers

In this episode of Radical Radiance, hosted by Rebecca George, we talk about the topic of imposter syndrome and how it interferes with our vocational calling. Drawing from her new book, You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry Up World, Rebecca shares personal stories and biblical wisdom to help listeners navigate fears and doubts. Rebecca offers practical advice, encouragement, and coaching insights to guide those feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about their path forward. Tune in to discover how to turn from fear to confidence and take actionable steps toward fulfilling God's calling in your life.  Rebecca has a brand new book! The world tells us to hurry up and get what we want. God tells us to rest and trust in His timing. Discover practical ways to place your “meanwhile” season in the hands of a faithful God in Rebecca's new book You're Not Too Late. ⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Access Preorder Bonus (a FREE 50-day Digital Devotional!)⁠⁠ Sponsors: Are you ready for a fresh way to experience God's Word? The Oswald Chambers Bible brings the timeless wisdom of My Utmost for His Highest right into the pages of Scripture. This all-in-one resource features the full Modern Classic Edition of Oswald Chambers' best-selling devotional alongside a reading plan to guide your time in God's Word. Created in partnership with Our Daily Bread, it's the perfect tool to deepen your relationship with Christ in 2025. Grab your copy today and discover a transformative way to engage with Scripture! Oswald Chambers Bible

Sunday sermon 2/16/25 - Pastor Glenn MeadowsMark 5:1-201. Life with Jesus is never boring2. When you pull the lens back and look at humanity, this is us.3. That power is in His purpose is in His purpose, which is in service of His love for me.Jesus Christ became Incarnate for one purpose, to make a way back to God that man might stand before Him as he was created to do, the friend and lover of God Himself. -Oswald Chambers

In this episode of Radical Radiance, Rebecca George dives into the complex emotions of starting something new and confronting fear. Drawing from her book, You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry Up World, Rebecca shares insights on moving from fear to confidence as she talks through listener stories. From a woman in her 50s embarking on a new career path to another in her 30s aspiring to launch a book and podcast, listeners will find encouragement in the truth of their identity in Christ.  Rebecca also provides practical advice for aspiring authors and creatives, encouraging them to take their next steps with courage and faith. Tune in for a boost of motivation and spiritual guidance tailored for anyone feeling the daunting pressure of new beginnings. Rebecca has a brand new book! The world tells us to hurry up and get what we want. God tells us to rest and trust in His timing. Discover practical ways to place your “meanwhile” season in the hands of a faithful God in Rebecca's new book You're Not Too Late. ⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Access Preorder Bonus (a FREE 50-day Digital Devotional!)⁠⁠ Sponsors: Are you ready for a fresh way to experience God's Word? The Oswald Chambers Bible brings the timeless wisdom of My Utmost for His Highest right into the pages of Scripture. This all-in-one resource features the full Modern Classic Edition of Oswald Chambers' best-selling devotional alongside a reading plan to guide your time in God's Word. Created in partnership with Our Daily Bread, it's the perfect tool to deepen your relationship with Christ in 2025. Grab your copy today and discover a transformative way to engage with Scripture! Oswald Chambers Bible

“He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companionof fools will be destroyed.” Today we are in between the chapters of Luke 10 and Luke11. I felt very impressed to take the time to tie them together with a personalspiritual discipline that has really helped me to take time to “sit at the feetof Jesus” on a daily basis over the many years of our ministry. In my very first year as a follower of Jesus, I wasprivileged to attend Lynchburg Baptist College, a brand-new Christian BibleCollege in Lynchburg Virginia that was co-founded by Dr. Jerry Falwell and Dr. ElmerTowns. It was there that I was introduced to Christian Devotional Books that wouldgreatly influence my life and ministry and give me a firm foundation to standon over the years. As a young believer I committed to reading five Psalms aday and one Proverbs that would take me through both books each month. InProverbs 13:20, I saw the great truth of “walking with wise men” that wouldkeep me from being destroyed by the devil and his fools. I asked the question, “Howcan I walk with wise men when they don't have the time to spend with a collegestudent or young pastor?” Of course, in those early years at LibertyUniversity, because there was only a handful of students, I was privileged toget to know wise men like Dr. Falwell, Dr. Towns, Dr. Hindson, Dr. Wilmington,Dr. Chapman, Dr. Dobson and many other wonderful professors on a personal andfirst name basis, but that didn't mean they had time to “walk with me” everyday and impart their wisdom into my life. But it was there that I'll never forget Dr. Falwell, inthose very first days of the college in chapel services, introducing us toChristian leaders and writer from the past. The first one I remember himmentioning was Watchman Nee and his book called “The Normal Christian Life”. Hetold how much it had influenced his life. The next one was Andrew Murray andhis book, “With Christ in the School of Prayer”.  Another author and great pastor from the pastthat He often mentioned was Charles Spurgeon. One of my professors actuallystarted each class session by reading the day's devotion from “My Utmost forHis Highest” by Oswald Chambers. It was then that I realized that these great Christian leadersand authors from the past left their wisdom and their lives in their writings.So I began the daily discipline, of not only reading the Psalms and Proverbs,memorizing verses that spoke to my heart, and reading systematically throughthe entire Bible, but also spending time with these “wise men” of pastcenturies. So today, I want to list some of the “wise men” and their dailydevotional books that you can easily find somewhere on sale on the internet.These are books that I really believe have imparted to me a greater love and knowledgeof our great God and Redeemer Jesus Christ and the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Watchman Nee –  Book:“The Normal Christian Life”; Devotionals: “The Joyful Heart” and “Table in theWilderness”.Charles Spurgeon – Devotionals: “Morning and Evening” and “Faith'sCheck Book”Andrew Murray – Books: “With Christ in the School of Prayer”and “Absolute Surrender”; “Humility”Devotionals: “Daily Thoughts on Holiness” and “God's BestSecrets”Oswald Chambers – Devotionals: “My Utmost for His Highest”and “Daily Thoughts for Disciples”Henry Blackaby – Devotional: “Experiencing God Day by Day”E. M. Bounds – One Minute Devotional: “The Power of Prayer”Elmer Towns – Devotional: “365 Ways to Know God”A. W. Tozer – Devotional: “Renewed Day by Day”Of course, this is not a complete list, but I trust it willencourage you to spend time with some “wise men” too. If we are not careful with all the television media and socialmedia that we are exposed to everyday, we can end up “becoming a companion offools” and it is no wonder that so many lives are being destroyed. God bless!

Welcome back to the Radical Radiance Podcast with your host, Rebecca George! In this special episode, Rebecca introduces her upcoming book, You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry-up World, and shares stories from listeners who have struggled to trust God's timing. Listen in as Rebecca dives deep into the personal stories of two women navigating through seasons of grief and uncertainty, and offering hope and encouragement for those feeling ill-equipped for their calling. Rebecca also provides practical advice on surrendering doubts and finding biblical joy in despair. Plus, learn more about the exclusive pre-order bonuses for her new book, including a 50-day digital devotional! Tune in and be encouraged to trust God's perfect timing in your own life. Rebecca has a brand new book! The world tells us to hurry up and get what we want. God tells us to rest and trust in His timing. Discover practical ways to place your “meanwhile” season in the hands of a faithful God in Rebecca's new book You're Not Too Late. ⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Access Preorder Bonus (a FREE 50-day Digital Devotional!)⁠⁠ Sponsors: Are you ready for a fresh way to experience God's Word? The Oswald Chambers Bible brings the timeless wisdom of My Utmost for His Highest right into the pages of Scripture. This all-in-one resource features the full Modern Classic Edition of Oswald Chambers' best-selling devotional alongside a reading plan to guide your time in God's Word. Created in partnership with Our Daily Bread, it's the perfect tool to deepen your relationship with Christ in 2025. Grab your copy today and discover a transformative way to engage with Scripture! Oswald Chambers Bible

Friends, I need to ask for special prayer today before we look at Luke 9. This morning, I will be driving to Roanoke to meet my daughter Kimberly and my grandson Luke. Then early Sunday morning we will be driving to Boston Massachusetts for an appointment early Monday morning with a doctor at the Boston Children's Hospital, who is a leading specialist in the world on the condition that Luke has with his brain.   This appointment and the insurance approval are both wonderful miracles. The hand of God's divine providence is so obvious in every aspect of this consultation visit. Please pray for traveling mercies for us, and wisdom for the doctor and his staff as they examine Luke, look at his x-rays and medical records, and make possible recommendations for future treatment.   We can't thank you enough for your prayers over the past several years for Luke. I'm convinced that it is only because of your prayers and God's grace that Luke is still with us today and making such great progress! We truly appreciate you and can't say it enough: Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!   During this time, I will attempt to continue to post the devotionals by Oswald Chambers, Henry Blackaby, Dr. Elmer Towns, and the daily Psalms reading video to social media. I hope to be back in my home office here in Sneads Ferry, NC on Wednesday morning to continue our study through the Gospel of Luke! Thank you for both your patience and your prayers!   In Luke 9, Jesus is training and preparing His twelve disciples for the time He will be gone to heaven, and they will be left to fulfilled His Great Commission by sharing God's love and the Gospel message with the whole world! We have said it often, but it bears repeating, “We can minister to the multitudes as Jesus did, but we can only disciple a few”. To personally be a disciple is not an easy road to go down. Jesus promised us trials and tribulations (John 16:33). But our main task as a disciple of Jesus Christ, according to the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, is to disciple others. “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.”   But it can be very discouraging and disappointing when you have spent years discipling and pouring your life into some followers of Jesus, and then you find them without the power of the Holy Spirit to bear fruit, expressing jealousy and envy, arguing with one another, and generally lacking love for the people they have been called to reach and serve. That is what Jesus is experiencing in this passage.   In this chapter, not only have the disciples of Jesus expressed lack of love for the hungry multitudes (“send them away” v. 12), for one another (vv. 46-48), they also showed a lack of love for believers outside their own group (Luke 9:49-50). We should be very careful not to be critical of other believers and ministries that don't believe exactly like us, or do ministry a “different way” (see Romans 14:1-13).  Believers who think that their group is the only group God recognizes and blesses are in for a shock when they get to heaven.   We should never forget that our zeal to fulfill the “Great Commission” is not a substitute for neglecting the “Great Commandment”, which is to both love God and our neighbor! (see Romans 13:8-10). The gifts of the Spirit without the fruit of Spirit profits nothing as far as the Lord is concerned (1 Corinthians 13:1-3).   The first fruit of the Spirit is love (Galatians 5:22). We might have great faith and hope, but the greatest witness of the presence and power of Jesus in our lives, is expressing His love to others! (1 Corinthians 13:13). In John 13:35 Jesus said, “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another."   How is your love for Jesus and others today?   God bless!

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The Bible clearly teaches that once saved always saved. Eternal life is just that- life that lasts forever. So, once a person accepts Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, He gives them the gift of HIS LIFE, which is ETERNAL. But, against that against that truth that the Bible also teaches that flourishing in God's presence takes a daily surrender. Oswald Chambers calls that daily surrender "daily conversion." What a great truth and phrase to remember as you desire to flourish in 2025!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws - how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God'd Holy Spirit!Voices From The Past Volume 1 & 2"Other Things with... " YouTube ChannelCut & Paste Personal Invitation to invite your friends to check out “gwot.rocks” podcast: I invite you to check out the podcast, “gwot.rocks: God, the World, and Other Things!” It is available on podcast players everywhere! Here is the link to the show's home base for all its episodes: http://podcast.gwot.rocks/ (Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Empowering Encouragement Now segments are based in part on C.H. Spurgeon's Morning & Evening Devotions (public domain.)ChatGPT and/or Bard may be used at times to expedite research material for this podcast.Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers.At times, I also quote from the NIV version of the Bible - Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, before we look at our lesson on discipleship in Luke 9, I again want to ask for your prayers. This coming Saturday the 11th, I will be leaving for a Southeast Asian country.   Would you be willing to join me in this great ministry of prayer so that the multitudes in this Asian country can hear the Truth of God's Word and find out who Jesus really is? Please let me know by sending me an email at: pastormike@pmiministries.org  Also, if you would like to financially support this great opportunity, please go to my website: https://www.pmiministries.org/ Under the donate button you will see a place there to do that: (Mission Travel Support). Thanks in advance for all your prayers and support!   In Luke 9:1-11, Jesus is sending out His disciples to minister. In verses 12-17, Jesus is feeding the five thousand men with their families. Now, in verses 18-36, Jesus is teaching. He first teaches His disciples about His person (vv. 18-20). Secondly in verses 21-22, Jesus is teaching about His suffering, His sacrificial death, and His resurrection. Now in verses 23-26, Jesus is teaching them about discipleship.   A “disciple” is one who has disciplined himself to follow another. Sometimes when we ask someone about their discipleship experience, they will respond that they have attended a 12-week discipleship course and memorized a few Bible verses about it. And they think that they have become a disciple of Jesus. But my friend, it is far more than that! Let me list the basic characteristics and evidence of those who are a true disciple of Jesus Christ found in Ephesians 2:8-9; and 4:11-17).   1) They have experienced a genuine salvation by being born again by grace through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). 2) They are established in God's Word, by listening, reading, studying, memorizing, and meditating in it daily (Ephesians 4:13-14). 3) They are established in the fellowship of believers (Ephesians 4:15). Connected to and regularly attending a local church, Sunday school class, and small accountability group. 4) They are established in the structure of the local church (Ephesians 4:16). Exercising their spiritual gifts in a specific ministry. 5) They are established in the ministry of Christ (Ephesians 4:17). Leading others to Christ and discipling them.   This morning as I was meditating on this passage in Luke 9, I couldn't help but think about how America does not need a “golden age” of prosperity, but that more than anything else, we need “God's blessings”. When our forefathers wrote the Declaration of Independence and said “that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”, I'm convinced that they didn't intend for that to mean we have the right to pursue the feeling and emotion of being happy by having personal pleasure or things!  They knew the Biblical meaning of “happiness”, which is “blessedness”. It was to be blessed by God by knowing and obeying His principles found in His Word.   They knew that Jesus taught the “Beatitudes” about true “blessedness”. The first three, “Blessed are the poor in spirit”…, Blessed are they that mourn…,” and “Blessed are the meek…,” give us God's promises of heaven, comfort, and enjoyment of our time on earth. To be “meek” means that we have yielded the ownership of our life and possessions to the Lord.   I believe that that Oswald Chambers has summarized true discipleship with this statement: “The only right we have, is the right to give up the right to ourselves”. Jesus made it clear! If you want to find your life, if you want to be truly blessed by God and enjoy His creation, you must give up your life for His sake and the Gospel.   That is why we pray, why we sing, and why we put on our currency and coins, “God bless America”!   God bless!

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," Cherisse engages in a heartfelt conversation with her  friend and mentor, Nancy Holcomb, about the profound influence of her family specifically on Cherisse's personal growth and faith walk amoung so many others that have been impacted by the Holcomb and Andrews Legacy here in Memphis, Tn. They explore themes of love, laughter, and legacy, reflecting on how family dynamics shape our lives. Nancy shares poignant stories from her upbringing, emphasizing the importance of community support, resilience, and the power of music: in nurturing her own faith.  The episode encourages listeners to embrace their unique family stories, cherish everyday moments, and find joy amidst life's imperfections, reminding us that we are enough just as we are. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The influence of family on our personal growth and indiviudal faith journey. The importance of legacy and the values passed down through generations. Personal anecdotes highlighting love, laughter, and support within families. The role of community and support during challenging times. Embracing life's imperfections and the chaos of family dynamics. The significance of worship music in nurturing faith. The impact of personal experiences on understanding and empathy. The importance of storytelling and sharing personal journeys. Navigating the complexities of relationships and fostering connection. Encouragement to find joy in everyday moments and embrace one's unique journey. Tools, Websites, and Links "Blog" - Too Few Jars by Nancy Holcomb "YouTube: The Jay Holcomb Story" "Drew Holcomb Music on Spotify  "Ellie Holcomb Music on Spotify  Nancy Holcomb Messages on You Tube Books "The Bible in Pictures for Little Eyes" by Kenneth Taylor  "Daily Streams in the Desert" "All My Knotted-Up Life by Beth Moore" "How I Know God Answers Prayer by Rosalind Goforth "Fighting Words" by Ellie Holcomb  "Jesus Calling":  by Sarah Young  "Erdmann Children's Devotional Book" Amy Carmicheal, Oswald Chambers, Bob Goff, Brant Hansen Songs "TobyMac song 'I'll Never Be the Same'" "Run to the Father by Matt Maher": "Rolled Away" hymn  Videos "The Jay Holcomb Story" on You Tube  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Nancy Andrews Holcomb via email: nancyaholcomb@gmail.com  Blog: Too Few Jars Instagram: @nancygrancy  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: cherissehixson@hotmail.com  Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson  DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01  https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr  

In Luke 7, Luke takes us from the “great faith” of a Gentile Roman centurion to King Herod's prison where a great prophet is having doubts about who Jesus is. We believe that this takes place about a year and a half from the time that John the Baptist baptized Jesus and presented Him to Israel as the Savior and Messiah.   John had been in prison some months (Luke 3:19-20), but he knew what Jesus was doing because his own disciples kept him informed. It must have been difficult for this man, accustomed to a wilderness life, to be confined in a prison. The physical and emotional strain were no doubt great, and the long days of waiting did not make it easier. The Jewish leaders did nothing to intercede for John, and it seemed that even Jesus was doing nothing for him. If He came to set the prisoners free (Luke 4:18), then John the Baptist was a candidate!   It is not unusual for great spiritual leaders to have their days of doubt and uncertainty. Moses was ready to quit on one occasion (Num. 11:10-15), and so were Elijah (1 Kings 19) and Jeremiah (Jer. 20:7-9, 14-18); and even Paul knew the meaning of despair (2 Cor. 1:8-9). There is a difference between doubt and unbelief. Doubt is a matter of the mind: we cannot understand what God is doing or why He is doing it. Unbelief is a matter of the will: we refuse to believe God's Word and obey what He tells us to do. "Doubt is not always a sign that a man is wrong," said Oswald Chambers; "it may be a sign that he is thinking." In John's case, his inquiry was not born of willful unbelief, but of doubt nourished by physical and emotional strain. The truth is that we would not have the opportunity to exercise faith if we didn't first experience doubt.   You and I can look back at the ministry of Christ and understand what He was doing, but John did not have that advantage. John had announced judgment, but Jesus was doing deeds of love and mercy. John had promised that the kingdom was at hand, but there was no evidence of it so far. He had presented Jesus as "the Lamb of God" (John 1:29), so John must have understood something about Jesus' sacrifice; yet how did this sacrifice relate to the promised kingdom for Israel? He was perplexed about God's plan and his place in it. But let's not judge him harshly, for even the prophets were perplexed about some of these things (1 Peter 1:10-12).   When John's disciples confronted Jesus with his question, Jesus did not give the two men a lecture on theology or prophecy. Instead, He invited them to watch as He healed many people of many different afflictions. Certainly, these were His credentials as the promised Messiah (Isa. 29:18-19; 35:4-6; 42:1-7). He had not established a political kingdom, but the kingdom of God was there in power.   In verse 23, the Greek word translated "offended" gives us our English word scandalize, and it referred originally to the "bait stick" in a trap. John was in danger of being trapped because of his concern about what Jesus was not doing. He was stumbling over his Lord and His ministry. Jesus gently told him to have faith, for his Lord knew what He was doing. Jesus first came to change hearts with a spiritual internal “re-birth” (John 3:1-7).   There are many people today who criticize the church for not "changing the world" and solving the economic, political, and social problems of society. What they forget is that God changes His world by changing individual people. History shows that the church has often led the way in humanitarian service and reform, but the church's main job is to bring lost sinners to the Savior. Everything else is a by-product of that. Proclaiming the Gospel must always be our first priority.   Today, don't get caught in caught in the devil's trap of doubting God because He is not doing what you expected Him to do for you in the physical or material realm, but remember what Jesus has already done for you, and is continuing to do for you spiritually and internally.   God bless!

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When we're comfortable, we don't seem to have this desperate need of God. But when we're in the valley, when things aren't going well, that's when we recognize our desperate need to depend upon God.People who have been through it, people who have had their worlds turned upside down, heart shattered in a thousand pieces, people who have hit rock-bottom; these people know a level of dependence on God that most people will never know. Is that you, friend?Total dependence on God is a new level of faith that allows us to “stay calm, faithful, and unconfused while in the middle of the turmoil of life” (Oswald Chambers). But how do we get there? Can we get to that level of dependence before we ever experience the turmoil of life? God is inviting us to learn to rest in Him and find Him as our benevolent, Sovereign, Rescuer as we become more and more aware of our need of Him in our life. Are you wondering how Life Coaching works? Would you like a free, 30-minute session? Click this link to set up a Consult Call: https://calendly.com/triciazodylifecoach/30min Get the free, printable guide here: https://www.triciazody.com/guide ➡️ BOOK discounted pre-sale list: https://www.triciazody.com/book

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We love God the Father who created us and God the Son who redeemed us, but what about the Holy Spirit? We hear His name a lot, but who is He? What exactly does He do? What does He want from us? The Holy Spirit is the "quiet One," active in the life of believers but sometimes not acknowledged as being vital. Oswald Chambers noted, "The Holy Spirit cannot be located as a guest in a house. He invades everything!" Today, we consider Him and His role in our lives.

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We love God the Father who created us and God the Son who redeemed us, but what about the Holy Spirit? We hear His name a lot, but who is He? What exactly does He do? What does He want from us? The Holy Spirit is the "quiet One," active in the life of believers but sometimes not acknowledged as being vital. Oswald Chambers noted, "The Holy Spirit cannot be located as a guest in a house. He invades everything!" Today, we consider Him and His role in our lives.

The Dread of the Cross (vv. 27-29) The Sons resolve The Fathers reassurance The Necessity of the Cross (vv. 30-33) The wonder of the crowd The weight of the crucifixion Judgment of sin Destruction of Satan Redemption of humanity The Brilliance of the Cross (vv. 34-36) The blindness The brightness Walk in the light Believe through the light Live by the light More to Consider The government of Polish Prime Minister Jaruzelski had ordered crucifixes removed from classroom walls, just as they had been banned in factories, hospitals, and other public institutions. Catholic bishops attacked the ban that had stirred waves of anger and resentment all across Poland. Ultimately the government relented, insisting that the law remain on the books, but agreeing not to press for removal of the crucifixes, particularly in the schoolrooms. But one zealous Communist school administrator in Garwolin decided that the law was the law. So one evening he had seven large crucifixes removed from lecture halls where they had hung since the school's founding in the twenties. Days later, a group of parents entered the school and hung more crosses. The administrator promptly had these taken down as well. The next day two-thirds of the school's six hundred students staged a sit-in. When heavily armed riot police arrived, the students were forced into the streets. Then they marched, crucifixes held high, to a nearby church where they were joined by twenty-five hundred other students from nearby schools for a morning of prayer in support of the protest. Soldiers surrounded the church. But the pictures from inside of students holding crosses high above their heads flashed around the world. So did the words of the priest who delivered the message to the weeping congregation that morning. "There is no Poland without a cross." Chuck Colson, Kingdoms in Conflict, pp. 202-3. All heaven is interested in the cross of Christ, all hell is terribly afraid of it, while men are the only beings who more or less ignore its meaning. Oswald Chambers.

"Simplicity is the secret of seeing things clearly." Oswald Chambers

Today we are going to talk about how temptations prepare us for service and ministry. Jesus was prepared for His temptation in the wilderness. In chapter 3, He was obedient in baptism, He was praying, He was anointed by the Spirit, and now in Luke 4:1, He was filled with the Holy Spirit. There is no way that we can avoid temptation! Whenever we become a follower of Jesus Christ we become an enemy of Satan. And when we determine to serve Jesus we become a target for the devil. Satan tempts us to bring out the worst in us, but God can use these difficult experiences to put the best into us. Temptation is Satan's weapon to defeat us, but it can become God's tool to build us.   We must remember that temptation itself is not sin. The solicitation by the devil for us to sin or to do evil is not sin. It is only when we yield or surrender to the temptation that it becomes sin. James tells us about this in James 1:13-16, “Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God"; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren.”   Mark's Gospel says that Jesus was “driven by the Spirit into the wilderness” (Mark 1:12). Luke says He was “led by the Spirit into the wilderness”.  To be filled with the Holy Spirit means that we have yielded our will and our lives to the control and authority of the Holy Spirit. We recognize that, “our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in us, whom we have from God, and we are not your own? For we were bought at a price; therefore we glorify God in our body and in our spirit, which are God's” (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). In other words, like Oswald Chambers puts it: “We have given up the only right we have, and that is the right to give up the right of ourselves to God”.   We have determined to present our body to God as a living sacrifice like Romans 12:1-2 says: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”   Temptation in itself is not sin as we said. You can't help it when the bird flies over your head, but when it begins to make a nest in your hair you can do something about it. James also tells us in James 1:2-4, “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” The temptation here has to do with trials and tribulations and the difficulties that we encounter in life.   Trials and temptations actually are tools that the Lord uses to prepare us for ministry and a life of service! And what the devil means for evil, God can use for good (Genesis 50:20). Paul states this same truth in Romans 5:2-5, “Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.”   We must be prepared for the trials of life and the temptations of the devil by being filled with the Spirit and led by the Spirit, but we must also realize that temptations prepared us for more service, greater and more effective ministry.   Yes, my friend, as we learn from Jesus' example, we can be an overcomer and enjoy victory every day through the power of ministry of the Holy Spirit in our lives!   God bless!

This is part two of the last episode. I didn't set out to write a second part, but this episode explains how it came about. This episode was written on my reflections on Oswald Chambers' devotion for August 26th. His insight really provoked my thinking. You will be tempted to approach this subject as a cliche, if you have been a follower of Christ for a length of time. Don't! Let this message be a fresh insight that empowers your thinking and moves you into to transforming presence and peace of Jesus.DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws - how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God'd Holy Spirit!Voices From The Past Volume 1 & 2"Other Things with... " YouTube ChannelCut & Paste Personal Invitation to invite your friends to check out “gwot.rocks” podcast: I invite you to check out the podcast, “gwot.rocks: God, the World, and Other Things!” It is available on podcast players everywhere! Here is the link to the show's home base for all its episodes: http://podcast.gwot.rocks/ (Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Empowering Encouragement Now segments are based in part on C.H. Spurgeon's Morning & Evening Devotions (public domain.)ChatGPT and/or Bard may be used at times to expedite research material for this podcast.Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you feel like you get stuck when it comes to making decisions? If you want to seek God first in your business but struggle to hear His voice or discern His plans, that's a normal thing. An entry in my current devotional -  My Upmost for His Highest - by Oswald Chambers, is the inspso for this episode. Chambers had an outlook on seeing things clearly in our minds and of course, my brain went to how we apply this in entrepreneurship. If you're ready to find clarity in your business decisions you will love this episode!  I can't even say how many times I have run ahead of God and made bad decisions, but I also can't even say how many times I've sat stuck and unmoving to make a decision because I was waiting for total clarity.  Like Matthew 11:25 reminds us- think like a child, rely on Him. the term “sheep” has a negative stigma as does the word “obey.” But be humble, and if you believe that God has your best interest at heart and that you cannot fail with him, why wouldn't you surrender it all and follow Him?  Enjoy! XOXO, Beth   P.S. connect with me in my FREE, PRIVATE, FB group here.  Book your 1:1 Mentorship Call TODAY! Email me anytime - bnygard@revivalbsls.com  Follow me on IG (although I'm not there much!) @revivalbco   

What does it mean to truly surrender to God's will and allow Him to guide every step of our lives? Oswald Chambers, the beloved author of "My Utmost for His Highest," grappled with this very question throughout his life. From his early days as a young man under the influence of Charles Spurgeon to his transformative experience of surrendering to God's Spirit, Chambers' life was marked by an earnest desire to know God more deeply. He didn't have a traditional ministry path; instead, his journey was filled with surprising turns and a steadfast commitment to trust God and "do the next thing." Join us as we explore the life and lessons of Oswald Chambers, learning how his insights on prayer, trust, and God's sovereignty can encourage us to live with deliberate confidence in the character of God, no matter the circumstances. Discover how to deepen your walk with God by following Chambers' example of joyful surrender and unyielding faith. Scripture Reading: Luke 11:13

What does it mean to truly surrender to God's will and allow Him to guide every step of our lives? Oswald Chambers, the beloved author of "My Utmost for His Highest," grappled with this very question throughout his life. From his early days as a young man under the influence of Charles Spurgeon to his transformative experience of surrendering to God's Spirit, Chambers' life was marked by an earnest desire to know God more deeply. He didn't have a traditional ministry path; instead, his journey was filled with surprising turns and a steadfast commitment to trust God and "do the next thing." Join us as we explore the life and lessons of Oswald Chambers, learning how his insights on prayer, trust, and God's sovereignty can encourage us to live with deliberate confidence in the character of God, no matter the circumstances. Discover how to deepen your walk with God by following Chambers' example of joyful surrender and unyielding faith. Scripture Reading: Luke 11:13

In this episode of the 'Become a Provider' show, host Justin Thomas delves into the spiritual growth aspect of being a healthy provider. Justin, a business consultant, health coach, CEO, and author, shares his personal experiences, lessons, and trusted resources that have helped him in his spiritual journey. Presentation pdf link.  Join Justin as he offers practical advice, inspiration, and resources to help you grow spiritually and become a healthy provider for those around you. He emphasizes the importance of developing a 'provider vision statement' and visual representation of who you aspire to become as a provider. Justin reflects on his recent men's fellowship meeting and explores various tools and practices for spiritual growth, including reading the Psalms, the devotional 'Songs of Jesus' by Tim Keller, and 'My Utmost for His Highest' by Oswald Chambers. He also recommends the BEMA Podcast for understanding the historical context of the Bible.  Additionally, Justin discusses the structure and purpose of the CL Thomas Fellowship, the nonprofit organization he and his wife started in honor of his late father. He elaborates on the importance of creating a space for God in our lives and practicing Sabbath rest. Whether you're a leader, parent, or community member, this episode provides valuable insights for your spiritual development and servant leadership journey. Don't forget to subscribe to the 'Always Provide' newsletter for weekly insights, inspiration, and practical tips for your journey as a servant leader and provider. For more information and free resources, visit https://www.clthomasfellowship.org/newsletter.  Your support helps continue the mission of the CL Thomas Fellowship. 

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