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This week, we’re recognizing what is known around the Christian world as Palm Sunday, which is recorded in all four gospels. It was immediately recognized by all who were present as an announcement of Jesus as the Messiah. Their King had arrived, a moment they had been anticipating for centuries, but although the triumphal entry happened exactly as they had expected, there were a lot of things their hearts were not prepared for. Thanks to the benefit of hindsight, we understand what Jesus was doing and why it had to be the way it was. When King Jesus arrived, He started to put things in order and reset people’s priorities, which is the same thing that happens when we encounter Jesus today. Using the events of Palm Sunday, Pastor John shares four things we can do to align our misplaced priorities with the Kingdom and get our hearts ready for the King.
This week, we’re recognizing what is known around the Christian world as Palm Sunday, which is recorded in all four gospels. It was immediately recognized by all who were present as an announcement of Jesus as the Messiah. Their King had arrived, a moment they had been anticipating for centuries, but although the triumphal entry happened exactly as they had expected, there were a lot of things their hearts were not prepared for. Thanks to the benefit of hindsight, we understand what Jesus was doing and why it had to be the way it was. When King Jesus arrived, He started to put things in order and reset people’s priorities, which is the same thing that happens when we encounter Jesus today. Using the events of Palm Sunday, Pastor John shares four things we can do to align our misplaced priorities with the Kingdom and get our hearts ready for the King.
FFrom Sunday 19 January 2025, Ben Simmons continues the Sermon Series, "The Coming of the Son of Man" from the book of Luke. Today's message is “Prepare Him Room” Luke 3:1-6fbcmw.org
The second Sunday of Christmastide. Jeremy Mancini — Various readings from the Revised Common Lectionary
4th Sunday of AdventScripture Lesson: Luke 2:13-14
The first week of Christmastide. Ken McCoy — Various readings from the Revised Common Lectionary
Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. But in the hurriedness of December, sometimes we find ourselves sacrificing a sacred pace for hustle, leaving us feeling more stressed than blessed. Susie Larson shares from her devotional "Prepare Him Room: A Daily Advent Devotional". Part 4 of 4 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George is joined by Rachael Adams to delve into the topic of love. Rachael shares her insights on preparing our hearts to celebrate Jesus's birth and what it means to truly love God and others. Rachael encourages us to give our whole hearts to the Lord, especially during the distractions and busyness of the holiday season. She reminds us of the power of small acts of love and how they can make a significant impact on someone's life. Connect with Rachael by visiting rachaelkadams.com, by searching @rachaeladamsauthor on social media, and by tuning in to The Love Offering podcast every Tuesday on your favorite listening platform. Be sure to tune into the A Little Goes A Long Way episodes that correspond with each devotion of her book under the same title. Rebecca and Rachael chat about: Loving God with all our heart, mind, strength, and soul Being distracted by earthly things during the holiday season Not discounting the opportunities God places in front of us Making mundane, insignificant moments matter for the kingdom Being aware of the loneliness and sadness some people feel during Christmas Showing God's love through simple gestures and acts of kindness Order your Prepare Him Room workbook on Amazon HERE! Links: Order Rebecca's husband's (Dustin George) BRAND NEW BOOK Before Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life on Amazon Sponsors: Christian Standard Bible Gift Guide
Carmen LaBerge opens the Monday mailbag to help us understand who the Wise Men likely were, what the Star of Bethlehem might have been, and why they followed it. Faith Radio's Susie Larson opens her devotional "Prepare Him Room," and calls us to open our heart to Jesus during the Christmas holiday. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
In this episode, we ask ourselves if we are making room for Christ?
The fourth Sunday of Advent. Josh Fairbaugh — Various readings from the Revised Common Lectionary
The final message of our advent series, Prepare Him Room
Prepare Him Room (Part 4) Scripture: Luke 2:8-14Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on December 22, 2024 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN→ Check out more sermons
Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. But in the hurriedness of December, sometimes we find ourselves sacrificing a sacred pace for hustle, leaving us feeling more stressed than blessed. Susie Larson shares from her devotional "Prepare Him Room: A Daily Advent Devotional". Part 3 of 4 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
December 15, 2024 - Jared Bryant
3rd Sunday of AdventScripture Lesson: Ephesians 3:14-21
In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George is joined by Carole Leathem to delve into the topic of joy. This encouraging episode urges us all to create space for God in our lives during the busy-ness of Christmas and seek true joy in Christ. Carole Leathem was a Hollywood commercial actress and pastor's wife. When her husband developed anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, Carole began sharing the chaos and messiness that comes when caring for someone with a mental illness. Through her ministry, Carole's Journey, she encourages and uplifts hundreds of women all over the country with her flair for storytelling and raw transparency. Carole and her husband, Bill, live in Bakersfield, California, and are the parents of two grown miracle children and grandparents to seven grandchildren. Rebecca and Carole chat about: Shifting our focus to Jesus during the Christmas season Two scripture passages that Carole always reads during Advent Defining joy as an abiding delight by abiding in Christ Finding joy despite challenging circumstances Unpacking James 1:2-4 and finding joy in seasons of suffering Carole's personal experience of finding joy in the midst of her husband's struggles Order your Prepare Him Room workbook on Amazon HERE! Links: Order Rebecca's husband's (Dustin George) BRAND NEW BOOK Before Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life on Amazon Sponsors: Christian Standard Bible Gift Guide
A: I'm moving! B: I'm going to a hotel! C: I'm burning this house down! D: Save the children! E: All of the above. Proverbs 4:23 // Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Ephesians 4:26-27 (ESV) // Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil. Carry your anger as short a time as possible. Free flowing anger is detrimental for all relationships. Debt and Debtor Relationship Greed - I owe me Jealousy - God owes me Guilt - I owe you Anger - YOU OWE ME Ephesians 4:31-32 (NIV) // Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Getting rid of anger is more important than getting paid back. Identify who you are angry with. Decide what was taken from you. Cancel the debt. Forgiveness breaks the power of anger.
We are so grateful for Susie Larson! She has such a big heart for Jesus and sharing her God given gifts. Join the conversation today to learn more about Advent and Susie's newest book, “Prepare Him Room.”
Join us as we continue our series Joy To The World!" This week we had Pastor Kelli talking about “Prepare Him Room”. Check it out and comment your thoughts!
The third message of our advent series, Prepare Him Room
Prepare Him Room (Part 3) Scripture: Luke 2:25-35Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on December 15, 2024 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN→ Check out more sermons
Worship With The Blue Army. 1st Age: " Hear The Jingle" "Prepare Him Room"2nd Age: "The Greatest Gift" "So We Worship"
In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George is joined by Shannon Popkin to delve into the topic of peace. Shannon reflects on personal experiences and the true meaning of Christmas, emphasizing the need to focus on Jesus rather than getting caught up in the swirl of busy-ness. From the platform, page, and podcast mic, Shannon Popkin invites you to drink deeply of God's story, and live like it's true. Shannon's books include Control Girl, Comparison Girl for Teens, and Shaped by God's Promises. Shannon also hosts the Live Like It's True Bible podcast and has been featured on Revive Our Hearts, FamilyLife Today, The Gospel Coalition, and Proverbs 31. She's happy to be sharing life with Ken, who makes her laugh every day. Together, they have the joy of watching their three young-adult kids become the amazing people God created them to be. Rebecca and Shannon chat about: Shannon's experience of feeling overwhelmed during Christmas What it looks like to experience God's peace Paul's encouragement the Philippians that ton not be anxious but to pray and make requests known to God Jesus is our Prince of Peace Extending peace to others even in conflicts and disagreements The role of peace within ourselves in our relationships Order your Prepare Him Room workbook on Amazon HERE! Links: Order Rebecca's husband's (Dustin George) BRAND NEW BOOK Before Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life on Amazon Sponsors: Christian Standard Bible Gift Guide
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever Hebrews 13:8 Happy Advent! In today's episode we're talking about what it might look like to prepare our hearts for Him, to take some moments during this season to purposefully incline ourselves toward the things of God. I'll share with you three things that I've been pondering as I lean into the cadence of this season with hope and expectancy. (There's also a great prayer at the end my Henri Nouwen that felt like such great preparation for me that you won't want to miss!)
2nd Sunday of AdventScripture Lesson: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21
The second message of our advent series, Prepare Him Room
Matthew 2:1-12, 16-20
Prepare Him Room (Part 2) Scripture: Luke 1:67-80Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on December 8, 2024 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN→ Check out more sermons
Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. But in the hurriedness of December, sometimes we find ourselves sacrificing a sacred pace for hustle, leaving us feeling more stressed than blessed. Susie Larson shares from her devotional "Prepare Him Room: A Daily Advent Devotional". Part 2 of 4 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
In this episode, we follow along with our 2024 Advent Devotional and explain why we chose the song "O Holy Night" to be sung throughout the first week of Advent this year. ResourcesPrepare Him Room Advent Devotional136 - The Importance of Hymns (audio)137 - Hymns Unraveled (audio)Connect With Usprovidenceomaha.orgInstagramFacebookEmail Usformation@providenceomaha.org
Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. But in the hurriedness of December, sometimes we find ourselves sacrificing a sacred pace for hustle, leaving us feeling more stressed than blessed. Susie Larson shares from her devotional "Prepare Him Room: A Daily Advent Devotional". Part 1 of 4 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George is joined by Tasha Calvert to delve into the topic of hope. We talk about how hope can coexist with suffering and difficulties, and the unwavering hope found only in Christ. Tasha shares her own discouragements and struggles, acknowledging the difficulties we all face in life. Tasha is an author, speaker, Bible teacher, and host of the Digging In podcast. She serves as the Global Director of Women's Ministry @prestonwoodwomen in Dallas, Texas. and is married to Robert and has four daughters and a son-in-law. Rebecca and Tasha chat about: The anticipation and hope of the second Advent Defining the concept of hope Placing hope in God during difficult times and finding encouragement in Scripture Focusing on Jesus and clinging to Him during the advent season Building God's kingdom on Earth Traditions and celebrations during the holiday season and finding hope in God's faithfulness despite challenges Order your Prepare Him Room workbook on Amazon HERE! Links: Order Rebecca's husband's (Dustin George) BRAND NEW BOOK Before Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life on Amazon Sponsors: Christian Standard Bible Gift Guide
1st Sunday of AdventScripture Lesson: Luke 2:1-7
This December, join me for a special podcast series inspired by the timeless lyrics of biblically-based Christmas carols. Together, we'll reflect on the profound truths hidden in these songs, discover how they speak to our everyday struggles, and embrace the hope, peace, and joy that Christ brings. Whether you're feeling weary, searching for stillness, or simply longing to connect with God this holiday season, these episodes will encourage your heart and point you back to Him. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/. Support us on PayPal!
To help explain how Christmas answers the pressing questions of human hearts, we're taking a closer look at Hebrews chapter 2 with Christy Thornton. In this episode, listen to Christy and Elizabeth discuss how the Christmas story gives God's resounding “You matter to me!” You matter so much that the Son of God became human because you are human.This will be our last episode of 2024 while we take our Christmas break! We'll see you in the new year on January 6. LINKS: Summit Church Lifeway Women Blog “The Theology of the Christmas Story” article Hebrews 2RECOMMENDED: Listen to more theological discussions with Christy in this episode from our Lifeway Women Academy miniseries.MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Christy Thornton.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. To find women's Bible studies for the new year, go to lifeway.com/womensbiblestudies. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.
The first message of our advent series, Prepare Him Room
At Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum, we gathered questions on the spot from women's ministry leaders who were attending the event and then had specialists at Lifeway help answer them! Have you ever wondered how you can best lead a multigenerational women's ministry? Or maybe what God has in store for you in ministry after retirement? How about the best way to pair people together in a mentoring ministry? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this fun episode! LINKSLifeway Women's Leadership Forum Lifeway Women Blog The Glass House Podcast Let It Shine Podcast His Glory, Her Good Podcast Chris Adams' MARKED episode Buzzsprout Podcast HostingLifeway Women Academy Lifeway Women Bible Studies RECOMMENDED: Check out this special crossover episode with Let It Shine about "Tending the Temple vs. Body Positivity with Whitney Capps." MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.
How are you giving God sacred space in your life in this season? What has helped you focus on His gift to us in His Son Jesus? Chris Brooks wants to help you revel in your expectancy for Jesus as he talks with author and radio host Susie Larson about her book, Prepare Him Room! EQUIPPERS - Our next EQUIPPER WEBINAR is next Thursday, Nov. 14!Topic: "Beyond Politic: a Christian Response" REGISTRATION DETAILS ARE IN YOUR E-MAIL INBOX. Not an Equipper and want to attend? Become an Equipper Today Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible by your support. To donate now, click hereTo learn more about Equipped with Chris Brooks click here
A lot of women have a heart for orphan care, but it can be difficult to know how to tangibly help, especially with orphans in other countries. In this episode, Kristen Lowry joins us from Kenya to share practical ways we can help care for orphans we may never meet. Hear tips on how your women's ministry can involve orphan care into your ministry at the local church level, as well as how we can pray for missionaries and their families.LINKSFaith to ActionSend Relief Lifeway Women BlogSend Relief Mission TripsReach out to Kristen at: children@sendrelief.orgRECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Ray and Jani Ortlund on leaving a spiritual legacy for your family. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Ashley Veneman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Kristen Lowry, and Send Relief on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.
A lot of Christmas devotionals use "celebrate" language, and indeed, we should celebrate all that Christmas means! But singer-songwriter Caroline Cobb is on the podcast today to emphasize the concept of longing—and how we should focus on it just as much as celebration during the Advent season. LINKSTell That Story song by Caroline Cobb Advent for Exiles Joy to the World Advent Bible studyRECOMMENDED: Listen to this special Advent episode with Jennifer Rothschild and Ellie Holcomb. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Caroline Cobb on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.
How are you giving God sacred space in your life in this season? What has helped you focus on His gift to us in His Son Jesus? Chris Brooks wants to help you revel in your expectancy for Jesus as he talks with author and radio host Susie Larson about her book, Prepare Him Room! EQUIPPERS - Our next EQUIPPER WEBINAR is next Thursday, Nov. 14!Topic: "Beyond Politic: a Christian Response" REGISTRATION DETAILS ARE IN YOUR E-MAIL INBOX. Not an Equipper and want to attend? Become an Equipper Today Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible by your support. To donate now, click hereTo learn more about Equipped with Chris Brooks click here
Esther is someone we talk about quite a bit in women's ministry spaces, but Kelly Minter is here to give us deeper insight into the book of Esther. She shares what her opinion is on why God's name isn't mentioned, provides context for the famous verse in Esther 4:14, talks about how she approached the theme of reversals in the story, and more! Plus, she shares how Beth Moore, who first wrote an Esther Bible study in 2008, impacted her and how she has been honored to follow in her footsteps as a Bible teacher.LINKS: Esther Bible study Encountering God Bible study More from Kelly Minter Justice and Mercy International Kelly's blog: “When You Don't Know, Do What You Do Know.” Karen Jobes Esther commentary Beth Moore Esther Bible study (2008) Breaking Free Bible study by Beth MooreRECOMMENDED: Check out what's coming up next year for our 2025 Lifeway Women events! Hear Kelly, along with Priscilla Shirer, Jen Wilkin, and more, at a 2025 event.MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.