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516-A Pastor with a "Prostitute" Mindset Changed His Ways: Jerry's Story There's a quiet frustration many good men carry. You've tried to talk. You've tried to suggest counseling, books, podcasts—something. You've even tried explaining your heart. And still… she doesn't seem to listen. Doesn't engage. Doesn't change. If that's you, let me say this gently but clearly: God may be asking you to go first. And yes—that can feel unfair. But it is also where real transformation begins. When You Find Yourself Becoming Someone You Didn't Want to Be One husband recently shared that after nearly three decades of marriage and years of faithful ministry, he found himself in a place he never expected. Not because his marriage had been bad. But because it was changing—and he wasn't prepared. His wife's body was changing. Their season of life was shifting. Transitions piled up. And slowly, something in him hardened. He was becoming "grouchy" and "crusty". He said it plainly: "I just didn't like how I was becoming… and I didn't like how I was treating my wife." That awareness matters. Because most men don't wake up one day intending to pressure, resent, or withdraw. It happens subtly—when expectations go unmet and entitlement slowly but surely begins to creep in. A Marriage That Became Transactional Instead of Sacrifical Many men come to this work believing, "If my wife would just listen… if she would just change… then we'd be okay." But here's the truth that was exposed in this man's life: he was living transactionally. "I didn't realize I was living in a transactional relationship until those transactions weren't happening." In other words: I give love → I expect intimacy. I serve → I expect responsiveness. This man had never thought of himself as transactional—until intimacy slowed and frustration surged. That's when God began to do the deeper work. Take the Focus Off Intimacy to Heal Intimacy One of the most countercultural invitations men hear in this process is simple—and deeply uncomfortable: Take your foot off the gas. Not forever. But for now. Because a woman cannot open her body when her heart doesn't feel safe. She needs to feel safe, known, and wholeheartedly cherished—especially in seasons of vulnerability like menopause, grief, exhaustion, or long-term transition. This husband learned that before asking anything of his wife, God was asking him to rebuild safety. And that required humility. The "Prostitute" Mindset Going through the Masculinity Reclaimed process, this man shared something that he learned that changed everything for him: "[Belah said] you guys are treating your wives like prostitutes. And the fact that you are not making them feel safe. You are not making them feel fully known...and you are not wholeheartedly cherishing your wives. Yet, you know, you flip the switch at...10 o'clock, 11 o'clock at night, and you want intimacy, and you're getting grouchy or whatever when that doesn't happen." He had never seen it this way before, and it changed everything for him. It was painful to hear. And necessary. Because intimacy without safety and care doesn't feel like love to a woman—it feels like obligation. Doing the Work Made a Change in Their Marriage This man didn't tell his wife he was doing the work at first. But she noticed anyway. She noticed the listening. The gentleness. The apologies for things that happened years ago. And eventually, she asked. Change preached is often resisted. Change embodied is felt. Yes, intimacy improved. But that's not what this husband points to as the greatest win. He says the real transformation was internal: Healthier expectations A reordered life A clearer understanding of his responsibility as a man Final Encouragement If you're waiting for your wife to change before you soften… If you're tempted to push, convince, or withdraw… If you're tired of feeling unseen… Hear this: God honors the man who goes first. Not the man who wins the argument. You are not alone. And this is not the end of your story. It may be the beginning of the truest work God has ever done in you. You can do this, sir. God bless you! With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team PS – Ready to take the next step in renewing your heart and your marriage? We would love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call with one of our Clarity Advisors, who have all been through the program and have been where you have been. It's time to take the leap. PPS – Wondering just exactly how healthy your own marriage is? Are you also surviving instead of thriving? Take our free Marital Health Assessment and see what your marital score is–and how we can help. PPPS – Here is a quote from (another) recent graduate: "We argued a lot. Said hurtful things to each other. Raised voices in front of the kids. Less emotional connection generally. Sex felt merely physical and not emotionally connected...not fulfilling. Usually felt like duty. And I have always been initiating and my wife has often complained about that...[Now], I've become more contented and patient and focused on her needs and a better listener I think. She says our home has less tension since I've been doing the program. I take that as a win! She has initiated twice in the past 2 weeks! Very rare before this!" (Guest name has been changed for safety and anonymity)
The post When Character Shines – 2 Samuel 15:31-32 – January 10, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.This week, Paul answers this question: How do we practically live for God's glory in the ordinary, everyday moments of life—not just understand the concept in theory?If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.A Quest For More: Living for Something Bigger than YouPaulTripp.com/Quest
Stay Faithful in the Small—God's About to Surprise You with BIG | Blessed Morning Prayer For TodaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™
The post The True Friend – 2 Samuel 15:21 – January 9, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
Genesis 22:1-14 / January 9-12, 2026 Letting go is always difficult. And the closer we are to the thing (or person) being released, the more difficult it is to let go. We must hold everything loosely. Some of the most poignant examples of letting go come in the context of parent-child relationships. Upon receiving God's command to offer his son as a sacrifice, Abraham let Isaac go and obeyed without resistance, illustrating his allegiance to God above all. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
Genesis 22:1-14 / January 9-12, 2026 Letting go is always difficult. And the closer we are to the thing (or person) being released, the more difficult it is to let go. We must hold everything loosely. Some of the most poignant examples of letting go come in the context of parent-child relationships. Upon receiving God's command to offer his son as a sacrifice, Abraham let Isaac go and obeyed without resistance, illustrating his allegiance to God above all. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
From their conception there was bad blood between Jacob, aka "Israel" and his brother Esau, aka "Edom." Tensions between their descendants continued after their death and run all the way through the Bible. Obadiah picked up on this and prophesied of Edom's downfall. While this part of the prophecy has come to pass, it stands as a modern message, warning us to guard against godlessness and pride which was the root of Edom's downfall. VF-2497 Obadiah 1:1-10 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2026 Pastor Melissa Scott Ph.D. All Rights Reserved
How do you engage with the Word of God when your world is falling apart? What does Scripture offer us in our deepest pain?Pastor and author David Platt has built his life and ministry on the foundation of God's Word—through his own personal struggles, challenges, and questions. As an adoptive father, David has witnessed firsthand the power of Scripture in guiding him as he shepherds the hearts of his children through trauma and hurt. As a pastor, he's experienced the necessity of coming to the Bible with a heart longing for deeper intimacy with Jesus. And as a follower of Christ, he knows it is God's Word that continually draws him into a fuller understanding of who God is. Out of this passion, David wrote **How to Read the Bible: A Simple Guide to Deeper Intimacy with God**, to help others engage Scripture in meaningful and transformative ways.In this episode, Davey talks with David about the call to adoption and what it looks like to lovingly shepherd the hearts of hurting children, why Scripture is indispensable in the life of every believer, and how to respond when God feels absent in seasons of pain.If you've ever wondered why Scripture matters—especially when you're walking through suffering—this conversation will help you see how foundational God's Word can be in revealing who He is and sustaining you in your most difficult moments. Website: radical.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/plattdavid Book: How to Read the Bible: A Simple Guide to Deeper Intimacy with Godhttps://amzn.to/48cv2i4Stories matter. They inspire, uplift, and remind us we're not alone in our pain. Hope in the Valley: 42 Days of Healing Through the Psalms After Loss, Grief, and Tragedy is a new devotional featuring real stories from the Nothing Is Wasted community—offering strength, comfort, and hope in life's hardest moments. Order your copy today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/hopeinthevalley Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pastor and author CR Wiley and pastor Josh Howard discuss the "techno-utopia", trans-humanism, and what most modern postmillennials get wrong.
The post The Clever Politician – 2 Samuel 15:4-6 – January 8, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
Genesis 4:1-15 / January 7-8, 2026 The story of Cain and Abel is tossed around rather generally in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Many folks are aware of the big picture aspect of the account—namely, that the older brother murdered the younger—but beyond that, little is known and even less is applied to everyday life. But woven within and between the lines of this amazing story are several insights that await our discovery. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
How can a pastor discern whether it's time to step aside for the health of a declining church? In this episode of the Revitalize & Replant podcast, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock continue their discussion of an article by Chuck Lawless, focusing on deeper, more sobering indicators that a pastor may have stayed too long in one place. This conversation offers honest reflection for pastors, church leaders, and revitalization teams navigating leadership fatigue, declining momentum, and difficult transition decisions. In this episode, you'll learn additional signs that a pastor may have stayed too long: The church has lost passion and excitement for its mission and ministry. The remaining congregation consists primarily of long-term members with no new growth or generational reach. Financial survival—paying the bills—has overshadowed ministry and mission. The pastor increasingly isolates himself from the church family. The pastor becomes resigned to allowing the church to die on his watch. This episode is especially relevant for pastors serving in declining churches, those considering church revitalization or replanting, and leadership teams seeking wisdom about healthy pastoral transitions. Resources Related to This Episode: “8 Indications that a Pastor of a Declining Church May Have Stayed Too Long” by Chuck Lawless
The church of Jesus Christ has been infiltrated by Israel's ministry of foreign affairs and non-Christian religious groups that are paying evangelical pastors to promote pro-Israel propaganda and Christian Zionism. This is very dangerous and it's contributing to many errors within the church, such as the claim that the Jewish people are God's chosen people. This directly contradicts scripture, specifically Ephesians 1:4. Pastor Scott exposes the infiltration and reveals who exactly God's chosen people are. VF-2528 Ephesians 1:4 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2026 Pastor Melissa Scott Ph.D. All Rights Reserved
This week, Paul shows us that healthy relationships grow as we first entrust our hurts to God and then pursue grace-filled reconciliation with others.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
It's a Mailbag episode! In this installment, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz answer listener-submitted questions and topics, including: renewed interest by young men in the church, managing busy schedules, pastoral teams without a lead pastor, cultivating humility, holiday preaching, and favorite fiction reads of 2025. As always, if you have a question or topic to suggest for the Mailbag please email us at mailbag@ftc.co
Burn the Wrong Bridges & Let God Bless the Right Connections In Your Life | Blessed Morning PrayerSUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™
The post Burning Barley Fields – 2 Samuel 14:28-30 – January 7, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
Genesis 4:1-15 / January 7-8, 2026 The story of Cain and Abel is tossed around rather generally in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Many folks are aware of the big picture aspect of the account—namely, that the older brother murdered the younger—but beyond that, little is known and even less is applied to everyday life. But woven within and between the lines of this amazing story are several insights that await our discovery. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
Genesis 4:1-15 / January 7-8, 2026 The story of Cain and Abel is tossed around rather generally in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Many folks are aware of the big picture aspect of the account—namely, that the older brother murdered the younger—but beyond that, little is known and even less is applied to everyday life. But woven within and between the lines of this amazing story are several insights that await our discovery. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
After the destruction of Sodom, Lot's daughters tried to take matters into their own hands by repopulating through incest with their father. The descendants of those children were the Moabites and Ammonites. They were pagans that warred with God's people and robbed them, but there were some like Ruth that turned to God. When we are disobedient God can still show us grace if we make that turn back to Him. VF-2527 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2026 Pastor Melissa Scott Ph.D. All Rights Reserved
What do you tell yourself you need? What do you tell yourself the world needs? In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, The Gospel According to Mark, as Paul preaches on the story of Jesus healing the paralytic, and how it's easy for us to place our priorities on things that are significant, but not essential for life.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
If you want to know more about God and allow him to speak to you, go to the Bible. On this episode of Chris Fabry Live, we continue our series on the importance of the Bible in 2026. Pastor and speaker, Dr. Josh Moody has a resource to help identify key verses for new believers and those who have been Christians for years. What are the Bible verses every Christian should know? Find out on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Our Firm Foundation: Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know by Josh Moody January thank you gift:How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The post Devising Means For The Banished – 2 Samuel 14:14 – January 6, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
2 Samuel 23, 1 Chronicles 11-12 / January 5-6, 2026 Somewhere back in time, you and I were given a faulty set of instructions. Somewhere we learned that only the most famous or the star athlete or the most publicly gifted individual is worth our time and attention, our respect and our loudest applause. But in reality, if it wasn't for the people who surround them, these well-known individuals would quickly fade in popularity and become among the most commonplace. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
Everyone starts out reading the Bible on a superficial level, but when we go beyond the surface and Jesus' words begin to take root, they become oxygen for the Christian. This is especially true for the message of forgiveness that Jesus preached in His sermon on the mount. While forgiveness is not the only subject covered in this message, at the heart of everything is: with God, all things are possible. VF-2526 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2026 Pastor Melissa Scott Ph.D. All Rights Reserved
What is your church known for – and is that perception helping or hindering the gospel? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com and church branding strategist and author Mark MacDonald discuss how churches can develop a branding and communications strategy that clarifies their message, reshapes their perception and helps them rise above the noise of today's culture. Bonus! Gain tips on creativity and what to do when your ideas are rejected.
The search for the "real" Jesus! A few years ago a popular author wrote a book about Christ without any reference to the Gospels! He used "historical" sources only, he said. But there's no reason to believe that Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are not historical records - accurate historical records. They've been validated many times, over thousands of years. Today we'll begin a series in the Gospel of Mark. And in those pages, we will see the real Jesus. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01062026_0.mp3Scripture References: Mark 1:1-15
by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on November 16, 2025) As we return to our exposition of the Book of Romans, we are beginning today in Chapter Eleven. In this chapter, Paul is still dealing with the disobedience of God’s elect children, particularly in rejecting the gospel message. He uses Elijah as an example of...
+ Evangelio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo según san Mateo 2, 1-12 Cuando nació Jesús, en Belén de Judea, bajo el reinado de Herodes, unos magos de oriente se presentaron en Jerusalén y preguntaron: « ¿Dónde está el rey de los judíos que acaba de nacer? Porque vimos su estrella en Oriente y hemos venido a adorarlo». Al enterarse, el rey Herodes quedó desconcertado y con él toda Jerusalén. Entonces reunió a todos los sumos sacerdotes y a los escribas del pueblo, para preguntarles en qué lugar debía nacer el Mesías. «En Belén de Judea, le respondieron, porque así está escrito por el Profeta: Y tú, Belén, tierra de Judá, ciertamente no eres la menor entre las principales ciudades de Judá, porque de ti surgirá un jefe que será el Pastor de mi pueblo, Israel». Herodes mandó llamar secretamente a los magos y después de averiguar con precisión la fecha en que había aparecido la estrella, los envió a Belén, diciéndoles: «Vayan e infórmense cuidadosamente acerca del niño, y cuando lo hayan encontrado, avísenme para que yo también vaya a rendirle homenaje» Después de oír al rey, ellos partieron. La estrella que habían visto en Oriente los precedía, hasta que se detuvo en el lugar donde estaba el niño. Cuando vieron la estrella se llenaron de alegría, y al entrar en la casa, encontraron al niño con María, su madre, y postrándose le rindieron homenaje. Luego, abriendo sus cofres le ofrecieron dones: oro, incienso y mirra. Y como recibieron en sueños la advertencia de no regresar al palacio de Herodes, volvieron a su tierra por otro camino.Palabra del Señor
WATCH NOW: https://youtu.be/BEB1YuWL30gFamily… this conversation is for anybody who's been judged in public while trying to heal in private.I sat down with Pastor Jamal Bryant, and we talked about divorce, accountability, arrogance, failure, and what it costs when your life becomes a headline. If you've been seeing the online chatter, the clips, the comments, the assumptions, this is the part people skip: the process.Jamal didn't come on here to perform. He came to be honest. We talked about how divorce hits different, how grief shows up even when the body is still walking around… and why your kids will always feel it first. We also spoke on what it means to rebuild with humility, to move with accountability, and to stop needing approval from the internet.If you're in a season where you're trying to become the healthiest version of you, this one will sit with you.
This Sunday our Pastor introduced the vision for our church this year! Beginning with some policy changes and moving into some of the big events we will be putting on this year!If this is your first time listening you can check us out at lifefamily.church or on Facebook and Instagram at @lfcbeardstown
Mt 2,1-12.Cuando nació Jesús, en Belén de Judea, bajo el reinado de Herodes, unos magos de Oriente se presentaron en Jerusalény preguntaron: "¿Dónde está el rey de los judíos que acaba de nacer? Porque vimos su estrella en Oriente y hemos venido a adorarlo".Al enterarse, el rey Herodes quedó desconcertado y con él toda Jerusalén.Entonces reunió a todos los sumos sacerdotes y a los escribas del pueblo, para preguntarles en qué lugar debía nacer el Mesías."En Belén de Judea, le respondieron, porque así está escrito por el Profeta:Y tú, Belén, tierra de Judá, ciertamente no eres la menor entre las principales ciudades de Judá, porque de ti surgirá un jefe que será el Pastor de mi pueblo, Israel".Herodes mandó llamar secretamente a los magos y después de averiguar con precisión la fecha en que había aparecido la estrella,los envió a Belén, diciéndoles: "Vayan e infórmense cuidadosamente acerca del niño, y cuando lo hayan encontrado, avísenme para que yo también vaya a rendirle homenaje".Después de oír al rey, ellos partieron. La estrella que habían visto en Oriente los precedía, hasta que se detuvo en el lugar donde estaba el niño.Cuando vieron la estrella se llenaron de alegría,y al entrar en la casa, encontraron al niño con María, su madre, y postrándose, le rindieron homenaje. Luego, abriendo sus cofres, le ofrecieron dones: oro, incienso y mirra.Y como recibieron en sueños la advertencia de no regresar al palacio de Herodes, volvieron a su tierra por otro camino.
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John the Baptizer was a fascinating character. More attested to historically than Jesus, John was a genuinely big deal! One of the historically attested facts about John was his execution by Herod. Which Herod? You're going to be sorry you asked. But John's death is fascinating- what do the gospels say about it? Do they agree with each other about how/why it happened (what a world that would be!)? And do the gospel accounts line up with other extra-biblical tellings of the story? Then, we're talking pastors. What, exactly, is a pastor? Who gets to be one (only men?)? We're going to dive into the New Testament clergy org-chart, and figure out what the Bible actually says. Pastor, apostle, bishop, deacon... does the Bible tell us what these positions are? Who is supposed to do what? Who qualifies for which position? Who gets to tell who what to do? ---- For early access to an ad-free version of every episode of Data Over Dogma, exclusive content, and the opportunity to support our work, please consider becoming a monthly patron at: https://www.patreon.com/DataOverDogma Follow us on the various social media places: https://www.facebook.com/DataOverDogmaPod https://www.twitter.com/data_over_dogma Have you ordered Dan McClellan's New York Times bestselling book The Bible Says So yet??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if a single, easily overlooked detail in Scripture—like silent dogs in the night—was meant to give you unshakable confidence in God's care for you?Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul opens Exodus 11 to show how God's absolute sovereignty in the final plague reveals his ability to faithfully keep every one of his redeemed people.To hear more of these studies from Exodus, visit PaulTripp.com/Exodus.
Let God's Fire Fall On You—BURN AWAY WHAT'S BLOCKING YOU | Blessed Morning Prayer To Start Your DaySUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast!For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org© Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™
The post Moving Forward – 2 Samuel 12:29-30 – January 5, 2026 first appeared on Enduring Word.
2 Samuel 23, 1 Chronicles 11-12 / January 5-6, 2026 Somewhere back in time, you and I were given a faulty set of instructions. Somewhere we learned that only the most famous or the star athlete or the most publicly gifted individual is worth our time and attention, our respect and our loudest applause. But in reality, if it wasn't for the people who surround them, these well-known individuals would quickly fade in popularity and become among the most commonplace. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
2 Samuel 23, 1 Chronicles 11-12 / January 5-6, 2026 Somewhere back in time, you and I were given a faulty set of instructions. Somewhere we learned that only the most famous or the star athlete or the most publicly gifted individual is worth our time and attention, our respect and our loudest applause. But in reality, if it wasn't for the people who surround them, these well-known individuals would quickly fade in popularity and become among the most commonplace. From the Series: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives: Rediscovering Some Old Testament Characters read more
This week, Pastor John launched our new sermon series Practicing with a message from Psalm 34 on the practice of praise. We learned that praise is often a choice before it becomes a feeling, as it redirects glory from ourselves back to God. As we recount God's faithfulness, praise invites us to step fully into who God is and all He has done.
God called Joshua and gave him a commission. He was obedient to God's will and when the challenges before him looked enormous, he trusted in God. Today's church needs more people like Joshua, that will face the unknown and go forward with courage, knowing that He is with us. VF-2525 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2026 Pastor Melissa Scott Ph.D. All Rights Reserved
Scripture says that our life is like a vapor. How we think about time should be biblical. The enemy wants to distort our view of time. Everyone assumes they have tomorrow, but we aren't guaranteed that. We plan like we have tomorrow, yet we should live like we do not.
Are you ready for the Spiritual Storm that is coming? Wars and Rumors of Wars!The Iranians, the Persian people, have had enough of Islam and Shariah Law.Did Ukraine try to assassinate President Putin in Russia? Christianity is underattack across the globe, while Western churches debate pronouns! Christianpersecution is rising; and Gen. Mike Flynn puts out a war cry for America!New episodes are released every Monday. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a rating on your podcast platform of choice. For more info or to support Burning Bush Ministries, visit our website at burningbushministries.tv.Follow us on social media:x.com/edifypodcastFacebook.com/edifypodcast Product Spotlight:Dr. Rhonda's Ultimate Daily Detoxifier:https://doctorrhonda.myshopify.com/discount/BURNINGBUSH?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fultimate-daily-detoxifierUse promo code Edify!Dr. Rhonda's Ultimate Immune Booster:https://doctorrhonda.myshopify.com/products/bpuibooster?_pos=2&_psq=ultim&_ss=e&_v=1.0Use promo code Edify!My Pillow:https://www.mypillow.com/?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=6481386640&cq_term=my%20pillow&cq_med=&cq_plac=&cq_net=g&cq_plt=gp&gclid=CjwKCAjwue6hBhBVEiwA9YTx8D1g59gXEUjFegHoWVjHHx6V_dwQUAQpc2fT4fQqsK93A1s2W-XT-RoCeLsQAvD_BwEUse promo code B66
When man broke fellowship with God, it broke humanity. God is Life. And separation from Him is death. That disconnection fractures all our other relationships, including the one with ourselves. During the darkest of all tragedies, recorded in Genesis 3, we see more than a Judge administering justice. We see a Father repairing things, protecting us, and promising restoration. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01052026_0.mp3Scripture References: Genesis 3:22-24
Most people want peace, joy, purpose, and stability in life—but many still feel stressed, frustrated, and disconnected. In this powerful message, Pastor teaches that the gap between the life we desire and the life we experience isn't about lack of desire… it's about misalignment of the soul.Discover how Scripture reveals that real transformation flows from the inside out, why walking in God's truth matters more than simply believing it, and how spiritual disciplines help align your heart with heaven—so you can step into the life God designed for you.If you're longing for spiritual growth, emotional health, and a life marked by purpose, this message will challenge and encourage you!Scripture References3 John 1–4 Proverbs 4:23 John 14:6 James 2:18–26 Psalm 86:11ABOUT GTWY CHURCH:Wherever you are in life, God has a purpose and a good plan for you. GTWY Church wants to help you steward your relationship with God and our hope is that your journey will include being a part of what God is doing here by attending locally or visiting us globally online at https://gtwychurch.com. GTWY Church, founded in 1939 and near the heart of Middle-Tennessee, has experienced revival in the last 11 years which has fueled explosive growth taking their church from around 50 members to over 1200 weekly attendees. GTWY Church is home to Madison Street Worship, a worship ministry that is making a spiritual impact in souls all around the world. Learn more about Madison Street Worship at https://bio.site/madisonstreetworship.CONNECT WITH GTWY CHURCH:
What if a single, easily overlooked detail in Scripture—like silent dogs in the night—was meant to give you unshakable confidence in God's care for you?Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul opens Exodus 11 to show how God's absolute sovereignty in the final plague reveals his ability to faithfully keep every one of his redeemed people.To hear more of these studies from Exodus, visit PaulTripp.com/Exodus.
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