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January 27 | Genesis 29:1-35; Matthew 9:27-38; Psalm 12:1-5; Proverbs 5:15-21 // Needing more biblical wisdom? Subscribe and listen to the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel at lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords.
January 23 | Genesis 25:29-26:16; Matthew 8:28-34; Psalm 10:16; Proverbs 4:14-19 // Looking for ways to help your kids learn God's Word? Join Pastor Dale, Pastor Joel and Pastor Grant for the Walking Through the Word Podcast 4 Kids daily at lifereachresources.com/podcasts.
Send us a textWhat if the applause got louder while your voice grew quieter? That's the paradox we unpack with Dr. Joel Tudman — pastor, former Division I coach, and mental health advocate — who reached the heights of platform and performance, then said the words most men avoid: “I don't know who I am.”Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.
In this episode from Wednesday Prayer, Pastor Joel Sims dives into Mark 11:22-25, revealing 3 steps to how to believe God.
January 20 | Genesis 23:1-20; Matthew 8:1-4; Psalm 9:19-20; Proverbs 4:1-6 // Needing more biblical wisdom? Subscribe and listen to the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel at lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords.
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Este domingo en La IBI, el pastor Joel Peña predicó el sermón «Entre la promesa y la recompensa: Viviendo a la luz del retorno de Cristo» basado en Apocalipsis 22:6-13.——————————Síguenos en las redes sociales de Ministerios I&S○ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/isministerios/○ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ISMinisterios○ FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/ISMinisteriosSíguenos en las redes sociales de La IBI○ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iglesiabautistainternacional○ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LaIBI○ FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/laibiorg——————————Una producción de Ministerios Integridad & SabiduríaQueda prohibida la reproducción total o parcial de este recurso, por cualquier medio o procedimiento, sin para ello contar con nuestra autorización previa, expresa y por escrito. Toda forma de utilización no autorizada será perseguida con lo establecido en las leyes internacionales de Derecho de Autor. Derechos Reservados.
All sin separates us from God. Some sins—pride, envy, wrath, sloth, greed, lust, gluttony—can destroy us. Jesus gives us virtues that overcome these vices.This 8-week series examines the Seven Deadly Sins not to shame, but to reveal our need for grace. Each week shows how these sins infiltrate life, harm relationships, and distance us from God—and how Jesus provides the way out. The final week focuses on virtue and victorious life in Christ.The concept of the "deadly sins" goes all the way back to Aristotle, but the Christian perception originated in the fourth century with a group known as the "desert fathers." These men, seeking freedom from the corruption of the world, committed to a hermitic life in the desert of Africa (mostly Egypt). But when they arrived in the desert, they discovered the corruption had followed them there! Out of this experience came the understanding that sin isn't primarily "out there" but "in here." And today, you and I have 1700 years of experienced shoulders to stand on as we fight these tendencies in our own souls. These men discovered the depth of their own sin in the desert, and in that same place they also discovered that the power of the Gospel could lead them into lives of virtue and victory.Let's listen in…LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:• Glittering Vices by Rebecca DeYoung and other recommended reading for this series• Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant• Timothy George: “4 Groups of Sin” 1) immorality 2) idolatry 3) animosity 4) Intemperance• Download the free study guide, complete transcript, and show notes here.• Scripture References: Galatians 5, verses 15-26; Romans 7; Hebrews• Find out more about Covenant Church at covenantexperience.com
It can be hard to hear God's voice when we don't know how he speaks. Lots of times people wonder if God is speaking through this or that voice or experience, but can't know for sure. In this message, Pastor Joel begins to talk about the six ways we see God speak in our Bibles, beginning with the first four, which we could call “supernatural” or “spectacular” means: Dreams/visions, an audible voice, a phenomenon and a voice, and a messenger (angel). He also talks about one way we should not be looking for God to speak to us—through our feelings or "vibes" about something.
January 16 | Genesis 18:16-19:26; Matthew 6:25-7:6; Psalm 8:2-9; Proverbs 3:19-20 // Looking for ways to help your kids learn God's Word? Join Pastor Dale, Pastor Joel and Pastor Grant for the Walking Through the Word Podcast 4 Kids daily at lifereachresources.com/podcasts.
In this season, God wants you to pick up the dream He's given you, that perhaps you've dropped through discouragement. In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims is showing us in scripture how God gives strength and ability to receive His promises to you, even if it seems like it's too late.
January 13 | Genesis 14:17-15:21; Matthew 5:38-48; Psalm 7:1-9; Proverbs 3:11-12 // Needing more biblical wisdom? Subscribe and listen to the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel at lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords.
Looking toward our future, we should ask ourselves these questions: Who are we becoming? What are we going to accomplish? And what is God calling us to leave behind for the next generation?As we think about 10 years from now, how do we measure success? By a church's preparation for the future and stewardship of its resources. Let's listen in…LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:• Message series coming 1/18/26: “Lethal: 7 Deadly Sins”• 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting• Song by Wayne Watson “For Such a Time as This”• Download the free study guide, complete transcript, and show notes here.• Scripture References: Matthew 25, verses 1, 14-30; Revelation 21, verse 8; Psalm 24, verse 1• Find out more about Covenant Church at covenantexperience.com
Hearing God's voice is something Jesus tells us is possible for all of his sheep. But if we go into it with the wrong ideas about it, it can cause us to miss the voice of God and become frustrated and quit listening for it. In this message Pastor Joel walks through some guidelines (five of them, to be exact) to consider what will put us in a position to hear the voice of God well in our day to day lives. They have to do with the centrality of grace and God speaking, how God sorts out our hearts when he speaks, why we should be looking for God to speak to us in quieter ways rather than with bright, neon lights, and more.
Come listen to Lead Pastors Joel & Chase as we deep dive into the book of 1 Samuel, look at the character of David and discover how we can all be people after God's heart!
January 9 | Genesis 9:20-10:32; Matthew 4:23-25; Psalm 5:1-6; Proverbs 2:16-22 // Looking for ways to help your kids learn God's Word? Join Pastor Dale, Pastor Joel and Pastor Grant for the Walking Through the Word Podcast 4 Kids daily at lifereachresources.com/podcasts.
January 6 | Genesis 6:1-22; Matthew 3:7-17; Ps. 3:6-8; Prov. 1:29-33 Needing more biblical wisdom? Subscribe and listen to the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel at lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords.
In this new season, God wants you to shift from the natural to the spiritual, from barrenness to fruitfulness. This requires shifting from confidence in what you can produce in your own efforts to what only He can produce through your prayers.
Have you ever felt God nudging you to let go of something that's holding you back? Pastor Joel shares a powerful personal story of carrying guilt over missing his father's final birthday, revealing how unresolved emotions can block God's blessings. Through four transformative steps — reflect, repent, believe, and receive — this message guides us toward true spiritual reset and freedom. Whether you're wrestling with old wounds or seeking fresh vision for 2026, discover how consecrating yourself to God unlocks the "more than" He has for your life. Don't miss this timely word about moving from stuck to surrendered! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
January 2 | Genesis 2:4-25; Matthew 1:18-25; Ps. 1:6; Prov. 1:7-9 Looking for ways to help your kids learn God's Word? Join Pastor Dale, Pastor Joel and Pastor Grant for the Walking Through the Word Podcast 4 Kids daily at lifereachresources.com/podcasts.
December 31 | Malachi 4:1-6; Revelation 22:8-21; Ps. 150:6; Prov. 31:25-31 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today at lifereachresources.com/core4.
December 30 | Malachi 3:1-18; Revelation 22:1-7; Ps. 150:1-5; Prov. 31:10-24 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords
December 29 | Malachi 2:1-17; Revelation 21:15-27; Ps. 149:2-9; Prov. 31:8-9 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords
December 28 | Malachi 1:1-14; Revelation 21:1-14; Ps. 149:1; Prov. 31:1-7 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords
We are so thankful for all of you who are part of our online family… To connect with Oaks further, please contact us at info@oakschurch.com. Don't forget that we have services every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a CST. You can join us online at / oakschurch or you can come enjoy what God is doing in-person! Don't forget to visit us at www.oakschurch.com where you can give towards our mission and learn more about what Oaks is doing to spread the Message of Jesus.
Join us this Sunday as Pastor Joel delivers a powerful and timely message titled “Am I Different?”As we usher in the New Year, this message invites us to pause and reflect:Am I different today than I was before?Are we living as God has called us to live, set apart and transformed for His purpose?Through Scripture, Pastor Joel challenges us to examine our hearts, our witness, and our walk with God as we step into a new season.We pray this message encourages reflection, growth, and renewal as you begin the New Year.Scripture Readings:Proverbs 25:26 & 28Exodus 19:61 Peter 2:9–122 Samuel 12:14Psalm 74:11Jeremiah 17:9–10
In this message, we will explore the biblical practice of fasting and its profound role in the life of a believer. Fasting is more than just abstaining from food—it is a powerful spiritual discipline that aligns our hearts with God, brings breakthrough in times of need, and deepens our intimacy with Him. Together, we'll uncover how fasting strengthens our faith, equips us for life's challenges, and prepares us to walk in God's purpose. Discover the transformative power of seeking God through fasting and prayer.
December 27 | Zechariah 14:12-21; Revelation 20:11-15; Ps. 148:5-14; Prov. 30:33 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords
December 26 | Zechariah 14:1-11; Revelation 20:1-10; Ps. 148:1-4; Prov. 30:32 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords
As we look at the book of Galatians in the Bible, we ask ourselves why do we celebrate Christmas? We celebrate because we are adopted children of God, we have been set free from sin, and because of what Jesus has done! Let's listen in to this Christmas Eve message…LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:• Pax Romana; Koine language; Roman Roads• Download the free study guide, complete transcript, and show notes here.• Scripture References: Galatians 4, verses 1-7; Galatians 1, verse 6 & 8; 2 Peter 4• Find out more about Covenant Church at covenantexperience.com
December 24, 2025 December 24 | Zechariah 12:1-14; Revelation 19:1-10; Ps. 147:1-11; Prov. 30:24-28 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords Join us in person or online tonight, Christmas Eve, for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com
December 23 | Zechariah 11:1-17; Revelation 18:11-24; Ps. 146:3-10; Prov. 30:21-23 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com
Have you ever wondered what it means to truly welcome Jesus into your life? Through a powerful story of an unplanned pregnancy and a dedicated baby, Pastor Joel reveals how choosing life and faith can transform not just one moment, but generations. Drawing from the biblical account of Simeon holding baby Jesus, this message explores how faithful waiting intersects with faith-filled anticipation, creating space for God's miracles. Whether you're weary from waiting or seeking fresh purpose, discover how your season of patience could be preparing you for an encounter with hope itself. Don't miss this inspiring reminder that salvation isn't just something we do — it's someone we know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
God saved you–and captured you–for an assignment. This message calls you to break apathy, guard your spiritual appetite, and press aggressively into His assignment for you that must be done now.
The Church today – in the West and the East – facesmany challenges, yet is called to a momentous mission – namely, the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As challenges mount for the Church, carrying out our mission proves difficult. Not only that, some of those tasked with leading the Church have proven soft or ill-prepared.The need for courageous spiritual leadership in today's Church is massive. But with too few of her leaders exhibiting these traits, what is the Church to do? Throw up our hands and pine away about better days? Absolutely not.Instead, Christians and churches must take steps to shore up our leadership gap. This requires us to lean upon the Spirit and the Word. There are also practical tips that can be applied to develop courageous Christian leaders for the days ahead.To speak to these important issues, Pastor Joel Wayne joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Joel shares helpful insights borne from his own experience leading churches and ministry efforts, both at home and abroad. Joel talks about the importance of partnership and strategic thinking, and also the simple willingness for leadersto pay a price if obedience to Christ so requires.If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.Chapel Pointe Church: Church WebsiteBaptist Bible Seminary & Institute (Philippines): Seminary WebsiteBe the Church (Ministry): Ministry WebsiteChristian Emergency Alliance (Website)Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X)Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook)Christian Emergency Alliance (Instagram)The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria
December 22 | Zechariah 10:1-12; Revelation 18:1-10; Ps. 146:1-2; Prov. 30:18-20 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4
The Wonder of Christmas | Week 3 | The Promise Keeper | Pastor Joel Scrivner We are so thankful for all of you who are part of our online family… To connect with Oaks further, please contact us at info@oakschurch.com. Don't forget that we have services every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a CST. You can join us online at / oakschurch or you can come enjoy what God is doing in-person! Don't forget to visit us at www.oakschurch.com where you can give towards our mission and learn more about what Oaks is doing to spread the Message of Jesus.
December 21 | Zechariah 9:9-17; Revelation 17:9-18; Ps. 145:8-21; Prov. 30:17 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords To follow along with us this Advent season, download "A Guide to Advent" at lifereachresources.com/theguidetoseries. Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com
In this episode, you'll be encouraged with a message of hope! Are you letting sight rob your vision? Are the circumstances around you robbing you of what He is asking you to dream about? As you fellowship with the Holy Spirit, the God of all hope will begin to lift your eyes, your hope, your vision... to see what He can do through you!
Join us for our "Names of God" Series // Sunday, December 14th, 2025 Website: www.wellspring.one Facebook: / njwellspring Instagram: njwellspring TikTok: NJWellspring "Every Soul has a seat”
The letter of Romans strengthened the ancient church, brought reformation to the dark ages, has brought hope for 2000 years, and can change your life! This is a special four part series that spans the year of 2025. Today we are concluding this year-long study of the book of Romans. In these final verses, everything we're about to read is so fantastic, it's hard to believe it's true on a normal day. Let's look at three questions embedded in three promises in chapter 16: 1) Do you believe God's promise of reinforced faith? 2) Do you believe God's promise of revelation that sustains? 3) Do you believe God's promise of His coming glory?Let's listen in…LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:• Recommended reading for this series• 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting• Charlie Kirk• Neopragmatism• “Faith happens when the unexplainable meets the undeniable” quote by J.D. Greear• Download the free study guide, complete transcript, and show notes here.• Scripture References: Romans 16, verses 25-27; Romans 1, verse 1; Philippians 1, verse 6; Genesis 3, verse 15; Genesis 12; Romans 3, verse 23• Find out more about Covenant Church at covenantexperience.com
In the letter of 1 Peter, Peter writes that the prophets announced something glorious that is for our benefit and not theirs. They were speaking, of course, of the coming of Jesus. Do we really take it seriously that something glorious that other generations longed for is here? The prophets, if they were alive today, would tell us to “wake up!” They would tell us to not take it for granted. They would tell us to live as if the world has changed forever. In this message Pastor Joel gets us to consider how we might do that, specifically by cultivating joy this Christmas season.
Jesus is called the messiah, which means savior, but what exactly is Jesus saving us from, and who did he tell that He was coming? Come and listen to Pastors Joel & Chase as they celebrate Christmas by examining biblical prophecy of Jesus.
In this first message from our new series, Do You Hear What I Hear?, Pastor Joel Sims shares that God has good plans for your life that He reveals to us by the Spirit. But it's important to know that to get the Spirit's guidance, you have to be spiritual.
The Wonder of Christmas | Week 1 | What a Wonderful God | Pastor Joel Scrivner We are so thankful for all of you who are part of our online family… To connect with Oaks further, please contact us at info@oakschurch.com. Don't forget that we have services every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a CST. You can join us online at / oakschurch or you can come enjoy what God is doing in-person! Don't forget to visit us at www.oakschurch.com where you can give towards our mission and learn more about what Oaks is doing to spread the Message of Jesus.
In this next episode from our series Generosity Journey, Pastor Joel gives us 5 steps toward living and enjoying God's provision, from the book of Proverbs.
We are all on a generosity journey. The question is, in which direction are we headed? Towards the "Bigger, Better, New" cycle of greed, or towards dependence on the Father?