Podcasts about Persecution

On December 5, 2013, Ronnie Smith was shot and killed in the Libyan city of Benghazi. In this second half of our interview with Anita Smith, Ronnie's widow, she talks about the legacy her husband left and the faith she continues to exercise in raising their son without his earthly father around. Shortly after Ronnie's death, Anita spoke in media interviews about her love for the Libyan people and about forgiving her husband's murderers—including interviews in Arabic with Middle East broadcasters. Anita will share some of the things she wants their son to know about his earthly father, and ways God has encouraged and sustained her in the eight years since Ronnie's murder. She'll also talk about how the testimonies of other Christians facing persecution and hardship encouraged her faith. If you missed the first half of the conversation with Anita, listen here. Never miss an episode of VOM Radio! Subscribe to the podcast.

Fr. Mike focuses on the story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch and how it demonstrates the importance of having guidance when reading Scripture. Although God's Word is infallible, we can easily misunderstand it without proper interpretation, which is why we have the Magisterium of the Church. Lastly, Fr. Mike also touches on the role of persecution in the life of the Church, and St. Paul's encouragement to abide by the law of love. Today we read Acts 8, Romans 13-14, and Proverbs 27:15-17. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Full Text of ReadingsMemorial of Saint Andrew Dŭng-Ląc, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs Lectionary: 505All podcast readings are produced by the USCCB and are from the Catholic Lectionary, based on the New American Bible and approved for use in the United States _______________________________________The Saint of the day is Saint Andrew Dung-Lac and CompanionsAndrew Dung-Lac, a Catholic convert ordained to the priesthood, was one of 117 people martyred in Vietnam between 1820 and 1862. Members of the companions group gave their lives for Christ in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, and received beatification during four different occasions between 1900 and 1951. All were canonized during the papacy of Saint John Paul II. Christianity came to Vietnam through the Portuguese. Jesuits opened the first permanent mission at Da Nang in 1615. They ministered to Japanese Catholics who had been driven from Japan. Severe persecutions were launched at least three times in the 19th century. During the six decades after 1820, between 100,000 and 300,000 Catholics were killed or subjected to great hardship. Foreign missionaries martyred in the first wave included priests of the Paris Mission Society, and Spanish Dominican priests and tertiaries. In 1832, Emperor Minh-Mang banned all foreign missionaries, and tried to make all Vietnamese deny their faith by trampling on a crucifix. Like the priest-holes in Ireland during English persecution, many hiding places were offered in homes of the faithful. Persecution broke out again in 1847, when the emperor suspected foreign missionaries and Vietnamese Christians of sympathizing with a rebellion led by of one of his sons. The last of the martyrs were 17 laypersons, one of them a 9-year-old, executed in 1862. That year a treaty with France guaranteed religious freedom to Catholics, but it did not stop all persecution. By 1954, there were over a million Catholics—about seven percent of the population—in the north. Buddhists represented about 60 percent. Persistent persecution forced some 670,000 Catholics to abandon lands, homes and possessions and flee to the south. In 1964, there were still 833,000 Catholics in the north, but many were in prison. In the south, Catholics were enjoying the first decade of religious freedom in centuries, their numbers swelled by refugees. During the Vietnamese war, Catholics again suffered in the north, and again moved to the south in great numbers. Now reunited, the entire country is under Communist rule. Reflection It may help a people who associate Vietnam only with a 20th-century war to realize that the cross has long been a part of the lives of the people of that country. Even as some people ask again the unanswered questions about United States involvement and disengagement, the faith rooted in Vietnam's soil proves hardier than the forces that willed to destroy it. Saint of the DayCopyright Franciscan Media

One of the most profound prophetic fulfillments in scripture is the "one new man," that grafted Gentile believers into the rich heritage of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Jesus declared persecution would come to believers and to Jews alike. Pastor Larry shares more in depth about the rise in Anti-Semitism and what is ahead for those that stand for Jesus and Israel.

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

Cancel culture comes from "America's Fire Chief." Kelvin Cochran takes a stand for faith in his new book, "Through the Flames of Persecution." Plus, the battle over abortion heads to the high court. Could it be overturned?

-West Palm Beach and Boston: Shen Yun Leaves Theatergoers in Awe of Chinese Culture and Spirituality -Finland: People Condemn the CCP and Sign Petition to End the Decades-long Persecution -1,963 Falun Gong Practitioners Reported Arrested and Harassed in September and October 2021 -Snowstorm and Other Rare Weather Phenomena in Many Areas in China -Longquanyi Women's Prison Laced Falun Gong Practitioners' Food With Unknown Drugs and Drew Their Blood Without Consent -Local Governments in Virginia Pass Resolutions Condemning Forced Organ Harvesting in China

[2:06] Jathursan v. U.S. Att'y Gen., No. 20-10003 (11th Cir. Nov. 17, 2021)asylum; failed asylum seeker; pattern or practice of persecution; failure to give reasoned consideration; issue exhaustion; CAT; Elam People's Democratic Party (EPDP); Sri Lanka [8:30] Matter of A. Valenzuela, 28 I&N Dec. 418 (BIA 2021)aggravated felony crime of violence; INA § 101(a)(43)(F); violent force; 18 U.S.C. § 16(a); violence against property; carjacking in violation of Cal. Pen. Code § 215(a) [16:02] De Carvalho v. Garland, No. 20-1711 (1st Cir. Nov. 17, 2021)possession of oxycodone with intent to distribute in violation of Mass. Gen. Laws Ch. 94C § 32A(a); particularly serious crime; Matter of Y-L-; presumptions; CAT; police officers; Matter of R-A-F- and de novo review;  Cape Verde [24:02] Maradia v. Garland, No. 20-60714 (5th Cir. Nov. 17, 2021) Order to Show Cause; in absentia motion to reopen; Niz-Chavez; Pereira [29:03] Goulart v. Garland, No. 19-72007 (9th Cir. Nov. 18, 2021)equitable tolling; change in law; motion to reconsider; fiery concurrences and dissents*Sponsors and friends of the podcast!Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A.www.kktplaw.com/Immigration, serious injury, and business lawyers serving clients in Florida, California, and all over the world for over 40 years.Docketwisewww.docketwise.com/immigration-review"Modern immigration software & case management"*Want to become a patron of Immigration Review? Check out our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/immigrationreview *CONTACT INFORMATIONEmail: kgregg@kktplaw.comFacebook: "Immigration Review Podcast" or @immigrationreviewInstagram: @immigrationreviewTwitter: @immreview*About your host: https://www.kktplaw.com/attorney/gregg-kevin-a/*More episodes at: https://www.kktplaw.com/immigration-review-podcast/*Featured in the top 15 of Immigration Podcast in the U.S.! https://blog.feedspot.com/immigration_podcasts/DISCLAIMER: Immigration Review® is a podcast made available for educational purposes only. It does not provide specific legal advice. Rather, the Immigration Review® podcast offers general information and insights regarding recent immigration cases from publicly available sources. By accessing and listening to the podcast, you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the podcast host. The Immigration Review® podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state. MUSIC CREDITS: "Loopster," "Bass Vibes," "Chill Wave," and "Funk Game Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/immigrationreview)

When you hear the word “immigration”, what comes to mind? As we wrap up our sermon series Uncompromised: Holding to Christian Convictions in a Cancel Culture, Oscar Castillo gives us five biblical principles about immigration and global persecution that will align our focus with God's heart on these subjects.

When you hear the word “immigration”, what comes to mind? As we wrap up our sermon series Uncompromised: Holding to Christian Convictions in a Cancel Culture, Oscar Castillo gives us five biblical principles about immigration and global persecution that will align our focus with God's heart on these subjects.

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"Here then we have a sign of Antichrist's appearance—I do not say of his instant coming, or his certain coming… still, so far as it goes, it is a preparation, a warning, a call to sober thought..." This episode is the fourth in Newman's series of lectures on The Patristical Idea of Antichrist. In this final lecture, Newman focuses his attention on the persecution that is prophesied to attend the coming of Antichrist— a persecution which, the prophecies indicate, will be more terrible than any to have come before, and will only be cut short by Jesus's Second Coming. As with any meditation upon the apocalypse, the end of this meditation is our own conversion: to chasten our attachment to this world, to be awake so as not to be deceived or seduced away from following Christ, to accept persecution for His sake, and to prepare for the day when we will stand before Him. Links The Persecution of Antichrist Full text: https://www.newmanreader.org/works/arguments/antichrist/lecture4.html Pt. 3, The City of Antichrist on Catholic Culture Audiobooks: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/st-john-henry-newman-patristical-idea-antichrist-pt-3-city-antichrist/ Pt. 2, The Religion of Antichrist on Catholic Culture Audiobooks: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/st-john-henry-newman-patristical-idea-antichrist-pt-2-religion-antichrist/ Pt. 1, The Times of Antichrist on Catholic Culture Audiobooks: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/st-john-henry-newman-patristical-idea-antichrist-pt-1-times-antichrist/ Go to http://www.catholicculture.org/getaudio to register for FREE access to the full archive of audiobooks beyond the most recent 15 episodes. Donate at: http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Follow this link to join the Online Great Books VIP waiting list and get 25% off your first 3 months: https://hj424.isrefer.com/go/ogbmemberships/tmirus/ Theme music: 2 Part Invention, composed by Mark Christopher Brandt, performed by Thomas Mirus. ©️2019 Heart of the Lion Publishing Co./BMI. All rights reserved.

You dared to set a boundary with your parents: you would only communicate with them if they were respectful to you and your family. This means zero tolerance for name-calling, swearing, threatening, or yelling at you or your husband whenever there's a disagreement. Now they've leveled false accusations against your husband for being abusive, going as far as involving the CEO of your company and the police department! Of course you've cut them off completely since then, but you're wondering: will this be enough to protect your family against them? We'll tackle this and more here on Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in! Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/589 On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss: Cutting off your parents for their never-ending disrespect to you and your husband is the only way you can think of to protect your family against their paranoid delusions and abuse. But is it enough? After being married for 10 years, you and your partner have come to an amicable agreement that you can no longer meet each other's emotional and romantic needs. You want to hold off on your divorce until an adoption in the works has been finalized, but until then, how do you break the news of this complicated situation to any date that could potentially become a significant other? What's a good, useful second language for an English-speaking kid to start picking up now? You had a challenging adolescence, and lost your youth to anxiety and depression. How can you make up for this lost time as you approach your thirties? As a recently graduated engineer who started working at the company where you interned, you've inherited a seemingly cursed project that's been foisted upon numerous employees before you. What can you do to instill confidence in your teammates that you're the one who will finally lead this thing to the finish line? Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com! Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger. Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi. Sign up for Six-Minute Networking -- our free networking and relationship development mini course -- at

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If you have no opposition in the place you serve, you might be serving in the wrong place. G C. Morgan

Amos 2:1-3:15; Ps. 128:5-6; Prov. 28:2; Rev. 2:8-17

Persecution is great in the world of those who believe in Jesus and who bear the name Christian. In the culture I live in, there is freedom to worship which is an incredible freedom. Yet there is intolerance for those who profess the name of Christ. Don't let suffering deter your faith. It did not deter Christ from dying for you. Bible Reading: 1 Peter 4-5 Scripture Verse of the Day: 1 Peter 4:16

In this conversation on race I'm joined by Steve Pemberton, Chief Human Resources Officer of Workhuman. Steve shares his story of growing up in foster homes with no idea of his background, his identity, or his birth family.  Although he was the biological son of a Black father and a white mother, he didn't know if he was Black or white until he located his biological family. He is the author of two books, “A Chance in the World,” that chronicles his life story and “The Lighthouse Effect, How Ordinary People Can Have an Extraordinary Impact on the World.” Key topics in this episode of “Everyday Conversations on Race,” with Steve Pemberton How Steve Pemberton is mixed race, (Black and white) and but never knew who he was How his life experience has been the driving factor in his work in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and social justice The reactions of some of Steve's family members to him and his racial background How America has fallen short in terms of embracing all cultures, races and faith and not living up to its founding principles After the Civil Rights movement ended illegal segregation, we as a country chose legal segregation Misunderstanding of the definition of “Critical Race Theory,” Policies directed at people of color like voter suppression and redlining and how some white people get offended when racist policies are discussed Persecution of his West Indian ancestors and his Irish ancestors when they came to the US The importance of being aware of all our multiple identities and those of other people How those multiple identities can help people find commonality but too often people stay “above the waterline,” and treat people based on biases and wrong assumptions Understanding common humanity and our complexities can bring people together Why more people aren't questioning polarization but insist on embracing it How Pemberton's organization Workhuman helps people recognize each other and feel included Why we need a real framework for overcoming racism and creating a country and world where everyone can live, work, and build together The different forms of recognition that Workhuman promotes and how that recognition supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion How lack of inclusive and recognition holds people back from contributing and doing their best work How Workhuman's work in ensuring employee recognition  makes a difference in levels of happiness for people of color, and other underrepresented people. The tendency of Millennials and Gen Z to care about social justice in organizations and how they will leave jobs where they don't see any effort to support equity The role of organizations in social change, and how Steve Pemberton sees the key role they play When employees have to deal with issues like racism, attacks against Asians, lack of support for Black Lives Matter, etc. they can't do their best work. People who consider themselves allies have to do more than say slogans but need to engage and show support What happens when people of color see their white friends stay silent when they see racism, and why we need people to do more than empathize Allies need to step up and stand next to people who are being targeted and speak out against offensive comments and actions Anyone and everyone can make a difference to support humanity, dignity, and fairness How diversity and inclusion are not the same, what organizations can do to ensure that they have both   Listen in to hear more of Steve Pemberton, find out what's on his playlist, and the books and films he recommends.   Steve Pemberton Bio Passionate about building human-centered workplaces that recognize the value and potential of each and every employee, Steve Pemberton has made embracing humanity in the workplace the core of his responsibility.   As the Chief Human Resources Officer of Workhuman, Steve is committed to working with HR leaders and senior management to transform and lead more connected, human-centered workplaces that accelerate learning, engagement and productivity. Steve aims to make the work more human in everything he does by fostering a sense of purpose in the workplace and ensuring equity for all.   Steve also champions human rights efforts to ensure equality and access for all, both at home and in the workplace. This passionate advocacy has earned him honorary doctorates as well as the U.S. Congress' Horizon Award for his personal contributions and for setting a positive example for younger generations. He is the esteemed author of “The Lighthouse Effect: How Ordinary People Can Have an Extraordinary Impact in the World” and the USA Today best-selling memoir “A Chance in the World,” following him on his search for his family. Steve is a graduate of Boston College and is involved with UCAN Chicago, Boys Hope Girls Hope and The United States Business Leadership Network as a board member.

TEN YEARS of documenting Muslim persecution of Christians every month for the Gatestone Institute hasn't opened the eyes of Western media, academia, or most Christians outside of the Middle East.Raymond Ibrahim joins us to discuss the reality confronted by Christians in majority Muslim nations over the last 1,400 years—a reality to which most of us in the West are blind.

Today on The Sword and The Trowel, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss a recent article from The Gospel Coalition Canada regarding concerns about how the American Evangelical's media coverage of Canadian pastors “has hampered the Canadian church.” They look at a great response article, and dive into the topics of pastoral courage and what hills we must be willing to die on in our Christian faith. FAM Q&A with Dr. Tom Ascol: https://press.founders.org/armory/tabletalk-with-tom/ TGC Article | A Word to American Christians from a Pastor in Canada: https://ca.thegospelcoalition.org/article/a-word-to-american-christians-from-a-pastor-in-canada/ We Found Billy: A Blessing of Persecution: https://trinitybiblechapel.ca/we-found-billy-a-blessing-of-persecution/ Become a part of the F.A.M. and get a FREE IOPT MUG | https://press.founders.org/fam/ 2022 National Founders Conference: Militant & Triumphant | https://founders.org/2022conference/ The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/ WATCH NOW: Founders Cinedoc: By What Standard? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFHfa0s1XLM Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/ Follow Founders Ministries: Website: https://founders.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/ All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Located in the historic Vine City neighborhood of Atlanta, Redeemer Community Church exists to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through our words and our lives, to make disciples of Christ, and to live as people who are loved, accepted, and transformed

Modern Persecution - Daniel Self - 11/14/2021 by Orchard Audio Ministry

Aaron Miller leads VOM's work in the Middle East. Recently he spoke in a college chapel, including telling the story of an experience of persecution he endured in India. Aaron says even though the Bible promises Christians will face persecution, in that moment of suffering as he was punched and kicked he was surprised. But something else happened as well: he experienced God's presence and grace in a significant and sacred way. “In a way that I never dreamed of, I had a fellowship with Christ that I did not have before,” he says of that day. Aaron also shares stories of persecuted Christians in Colombia, Bangladesh and the Middle East. Aaron Miller has previously appeared on VOM Radio; you can hear some of those conversations here, here and here. Our thanks to Reformation Bible College for permission to share Aaron's chapel presentation with VOM Radio listeners. Never miss an episode of VOM Radio. Subscribe to the podcast.

I am convinced that one of the greatest acts of Grace is forgiveness. Paul the Apostle wrote: In Him, we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His Grace. Hsys

This week Jaquelle and Sean talk about persecution and how Christians should respond to it. They also talk about their … Episode 258: The Persecution Episode (Casual Conversations #17) Listed Now

Matthew 10:34-42Andrew and Edwin discuss what it really means to bear our cross. That old saying, "We all have our cross to bear," doesn't even come close to what Jesus meant. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=7992The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/  

Luke 21–22 Luke 21–22 (Listen) The Widow's Offering 21 Jesus1 looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the offering box, 2 and he saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins.2 3 And he said, “Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. 4 For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.” Jesus Foretells Destruction of the Temple 5 And while some were speaking of the temple, how it was adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, 6 “As for these things that you see, the days will come when there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” 7 And they asked him, “Teacher, when will these things be, and what will be the sign when these things are about to take place?” 8 And he said, “See that you are not led astray. For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he!' and, ‘The time is at hand!' Do not go after them. 9 And when you hear of wars and tumults, do not be terrified, for these things must first take place, but the end will not be at once.” Jesus Foretells Wars and Persecution 10 Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. 12 But before all this they will lay their hands on you and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors for my name's sake. 13 This will be your opportunity to bear witness. 14 Settle it therefore in your minds not to meditate beforehand how to answer, 15 for I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which none of your adversaries will be able to withstand or contradict. 16 You will be delivered up even by parents and brothers3 and relatives and friends, and some of you they will put to death. 17 You will be hated by all for my name's sake. 18 But not a hair of your head will perish. 19 By your endurance you will gain your lives. Jesus Foretells Destruction of Jerusalem 20 “But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation has come near. 21 Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, and let those who are inside the city depart, and let not those who are out in the country enter it, 22 for these are days of vengeance, to fulfill all that is written. 23 Alas for women who are pregnant and for those who are nursing infants in those days! For there will be great distress upon the earth and wrath against this people. 24 They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive among all nations, and Jerusalem will be trampled underfoot by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. The Coming of the Son of Man 25 “And there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and on the earth distress of nations in perplexity because of the roaring of the sea and the waves, 26 people fainting with fear and with foreboding of what is coming on the world. For the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 27 And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 Now when these things begin to take place, straighten up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” The Lesson of the Fig Tree 29 And he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. 30 As soon as they come out in leaf, you see for yourselves and know that the summer is already near. 31 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. 32 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all has taken place. 33 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. Watch Yourselves 34 “But watch yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of this life, and that day come upon you suddenly like a trap. 35 For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of the whole earth. 36 But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” 37 And every day he was teaching in the temple, but at night he went out and lodged on the mount called Olivet. 38 And early in the morning all the people came to him in the temple to hear him. The Plot to Kill Jesus 22 Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread drew near, which is called the Passover. 2 And the chief priests and the scribes were seeking how to put him to death, for they feared the people. Judas to Betray Jesus 3 Then Satan entered into Judas called Iscariot, who was of the number of the twelve. 4 He went away and conferred with the chief priests and officers how he might betray him to them. 5 And they were glad, and agreed to give him money. 6 So he consented and sought an opportunity to betray him to them in the absence of a crowd. The Passover with the Disciples 7 Then came the day of Unleavened Bread, on which the Passover lamb had to be sacrificed. 8 So Jesus4 sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and prepare the Passover for us, that we may eat it.” 9 They said to him, “Where will you have us prepare it?” 10 He said to them, “Behold, when you have entered the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him into the house that he enters 11 and tell the master of the house, ‘The Teacher says to you, Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?' 12 And he will show you a large upper room furnished; prepare it there.” 13 And they went and found it just as he had told them, and they prepared the Passover. Institution of the Lord's Supper 14 And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him. 15 And he said to them, “I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. 16 For I tell you I will not eat it5 until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.” 17 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he said, “Take this, and divide it among yourselves. 18 For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.” 19 And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” 20 And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.6 21 But behold, the hand of him who betrays me is with me on the table. 22 For the Son of Man goes as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom he is betrayed!” 23 And they began to question one another, which of them it could be who was going to do this. Who Is the Greatest? 24 A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest. 25 And he said to them, “The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them, and those in authority over them are called benefactors. 26 But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves. 27 For who is the greater, one who reclines at table or one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines at table? But I am among you as the one who serves. 28 “You are those who have stayed with me in my trials, 29 and I assign to you, as my Father assigned to me, a kingdom, 30 that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Jesus Foretells Peter's Denial 31 “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you,7 that he might sift you like wheat, 32 but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.” 33 Peter8 said to him, “Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and to death.” 34 Jesus9 said, “I tell you, Peter, the rooster will not crow this day, until you deny three times that you know me.” Scripture Must Be Fulfilled in Jesus 35 And he said to them, “When I sent you out with no moneybag or knapsack or sandals, did you lack anything?” They said, “Nothing.” 36 He said to them, “But now let the one who has a moneybag take it, and likewise a knapsack. And let the one who has no sword sell his cloak and buy one. 37 For I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in me: ‘And he was numbered with the transgressors.' For what is written about me has its fulfillment.” 38 And they said, “Look, Lord, here are two swords.” And he said to them, “It is enough.” Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives 39 And he came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him. 40 And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” 41 And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed, 42 saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” 43 And there appeared to him an angel from heaven, strengthening him. 44 And being in agony he prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down to the ground.10 45 And when he rose from prayer, he came to the disciples and found them sleeping for sorrow, 46 and he said to them, “Why are you sleeping? Rise and pray that you may not enter into temptation.” Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus 47 While he was still speaking, there came a crowd, and the man called Judas, one of the twelve, was leading them. He drew near to Jesus to kiss him, 48 but Jesus said to him, “Judas, would you betray the Son of Man with a kiss?” 49 And when those who were around him saw what would follow, they said, “Lord, shall we strike with the sword?” 50 And one of them struck the servant11 of the high priest and cut off his right ear. 51 But Jesus said, “No more of this!” And he touched his ear and healed him. 52 Then Jesus said to the chief priests and officers of the temple and elders, who had come out against him, “Have you come out as against a robber, with swords and clubs? 53 When I was with you day after day in the temple, you did not lay hands on me. But this is your hour, and the power of darkness.” Peter Denies Jesus 54 Then they seized him and led him away, bringing him into the high priest's house, and Peter was following at a distance. 55 And when they had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them. 56 Then a servant girl, seeing him as he sat in the light and looking closely at him, said, “This man also was with him.” 57 But he denied it, saying, “Woman, I do not know him.” 58 And a little later someone else saw him and said, “You also are one of them.” But Peter said, “Man, I am not.” 59 And after an interval of about an hour still another insisted, saying, “Certainly this man also was with him, for he too is a Galilean.” 60 But Peter said, “Man, I do not know what you are talking about.” And immediately, while he was still speaking, the rooster crowed. 61 And the Lord turned and looked at Peter. And Peter remembered the saying of the Lord, how he had said to him, “Before the rooster crows today, you will deny me three times.” 62 And he went out and wept bitterly. Jesus Is Mocked 63 Now the men who were holding Jesus in custody were mocking him as they beat him. 64 They also blindfolded him and kept asking him, “Prophesy! Who is it that struck you?” 65 And they said many other things against him, blaspheming him. Jesus Before the Council 66 When day came, the assembly of the elders of the people gathered together, both chief priests and scribes. And they led him away to their council, and they said, 67 “If you are the Christ, tell us.” But he said to them, “If I tell you, you will not believe, 68 and if I ask you, you will not answer. 69 But from now on the Son of Man shall be seated at the right hand of the power of God.” 70 So they all said, “Are you the Son of God, then?” And he said to them, “You say that I am.” 71 Then they said, “What further testimony do we need? We have heard it ourselves from his own lips.” Footnotes [1] 21:1 Greek He [2] 21:2 Greek two lepta; a lepton was a Jewish bronze or copper coin worth about 1/128 of a denarius (which was a day's wage for a laborer) [3] 21:16 Or parents and brothers and sisters [4] 22:8 Greek he [5] 22:16 Some manuscripts never eat it again [6] 22:20 Some manuscripts omit, in whole or in part, verses 19b-20 (which is given . . . in my blood) [7] 22:31 The Greek word for you (twice in this verse) is plural; in verse 32, all four instances are singular [8] 22:33 Greek He [9] 22:34 Greek He [10] 22:44 Some manuscripts omit verses 43 and 44 [11] 22:50 Or bondservant (ESV)

Former Anne Hutchinson disciple Mary Dyer was the third of four Quakers to be executed in New England.  Persecution of Quakers was rampant across the English speaking world, ranging from imprisonment in Suriname to whipping in the Chesapeake to executions in New England.  In England, itself, by 1655, they were dubbed the greatest threat left to England's future.   But why?   (This episode is a little bit more inappropriate than most.  I wouldn't say it's explicit, exactly, but various instances of public nudity are discussed).  

Matthew 10:24-33Andrew and Edwin discuss this different context in which Jesus talks about the disciples being like their teacher. In other contexts, it has to do with behaving like Him and teaching like Him. In this context, we are talking about suffering like Him. Wow! That's tough. But suffering like Jesus is enough for us.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=7972The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/  

11/07/21 Living Stones Church - Ali'i Drive Our passion at Living Stones Church is to be the kind of church described in the Bible: A Culture of Faith. Together we love to actively pursue Spirit and Truth.

Pastor Wayne Van Gelderen shares Biblical truth that will bring hope and comfort in these uncertain days. May we draw closer to God through this time and impact those around us for eternity. https://fallsbaptist.org https://bcmedu.org https://www.theegeneration.org https://ontovictorypress.com If you'd like to support this ministry - https://fallsbaptist.org/give/

A new MP3 sermon from Heritage Reformed Congregation is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Persecution: John the Baptist Beheaded Subtitle: Series on Mark Speaker: Dr. Joel Beeke Broadcaster: Heritage Reformed Congregation Event: Sunday - PM Date: 11/7/2021 Bible: Mark 6:14-29 Length: 66 min.

As Christians, how are we to act when people mistreat us, attack us, and unjustly accuse us of things. Should we vehemently defend ourselves in the name of truth and justice, or has Jesus shown us a quite different way?

As Christians, how are we to act when people mistreat us, attack us, and unjustly accuse us of things. Should we vehemently defend ourselves in the name of truth and justice, or has Jesus shown us a quite different way?

Join us this week for a podcast concert of prayer on behalf of persecuted Christians around the world in commemoration of the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians (IDOP). Leaders from among VOM's international ministry regions will talk about specific prayer needs in their region of the world, then lead in prayer for persecuted brothers and sisters in those regions. Author John Weaver will lead a special time of prayer for Afghanistan and Christians there in light of the upheaval and transition that took place in that nation this year. Former prisoner for Christ Petr Jasek will lead in prayer specifically for Sudan in light of the recent coup. Join in prayer for persecuted Christians this week on VOM Radio, then pray throughout the year with help from VOM's Global Prayer Guide, iCommitToPray.com or the 2022 VOM Prayer Calendar. Never miss an episode of VOM Radio! Subscribe to the podcast.

The Baha'i community in Iran represents the largest non-Muslim religious group in the country and Tehran has been systematically persecuting them. Members of Baha'i are routinely arrested, thrown in jail and their property and livelihoods taken away from them. FOX'S Trey Yingst speaks to Anthony Vance, the director of Baha'is of the United States, about the current situation in Iran for his fellow practitioners. 

Missionaries Andrew Brunson and his wife, Norine, describe their new level of trust in Christ after being falsely accused of terrorism and arrested by Turkish officials in 2016. (Part 2 of 2) Get Pastor Andrew Brunson's book "God's Hostage: A True Story of Persecution, Imprisonment, and Perseverance" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2021-11-04?refcd=1172202 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/a-captive-missionarys-journey-to-freedom-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Missionaries Andrew Brunson and his wife, Norine, describe their new level of trust in Christ after being falsely accused of terrorism and arrested by Turkish officials in 2016. (Part 1 of 2) Get Pastor Andrew Brunson's book "God's Hostage: A True Story of Persecution, Imprisonment, and Perseverance" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2021-11-04?refcd=1172202 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/a-captive-missionarys-journey-to-freedom-part-1-of-2/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/