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Description: Jeff Chu, an award-winning journalist, author, and "sort-of-kind-of farmer," joins Jen on the For the Love podcast to discuss his book, Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand. In the book, Jeff shares stories from his time at “The Farminary”, a twenty-one-acre working farm at Princeton's Theological Seminary, where students explore life's biggest questions while cultivating the earth. Jeff reflects on his own struggles with faith, identity, and the expectations placed upon him as a gay man raised in a conservative Christian environment. His journey reveals the challenges of cultivating, not just plants, but also a spiritual life that is authentic, evolving, and inclusive. In this conversation, Jeff, Jen and Amy discuss: What Jeff learned at the “Farminary” about creating “good soil,” drawing lessons from the rhythms of growth, decay, and regeneration that define life on the land Finding moments of grace and healing. Challenging traditional interpretations of the biblical Parable of the Sower Exploring faith, not as something static, but as something that evolves. Thought-provoking Quotes: “God's love is that lavish and it's there for you. And it doesn't come with the conditions that you might have. It doesn't require you to do anything more than you've already done. It just requires you to be. God's love is big enough to hold that, and your mess, and your beauty, and your frailty, and anything else you might bring to God.” – Jeff Chu “I see folks trying to figure out how to create belonging, not just for themselves, but also for others, and being willing to ask those tough questions out loud, and being brave enough to say, I don't know, but I wonder. Being bold enough to point out not just the ugly things, but also to name the beautiful and hopeful things. Those are all things that give me hope.” – Jeff Chu #JeffChu #GoodSoil #ForTheLovePodcast #SpiritualJourney Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Community First Village / Mobile Loaves and Fishes - https://mlf.org/community-first/ Genesis Gardens - https://mlf.org/genesis-gardens/ 7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess by Jen Hatmaker - https://amzn.to/4kZZmjN Actually Believing God Loves You Changes Everything: Jeff Chu - https://jenhatmaker.com/podcasts/series-16/actually-believing-god-loves-you-changes-everything-jeff-chu/ Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand by Jeff Chu - https://amzn.to/4kXozLJ Wholehearted Faith by Rachel Held Evans and Jeff Chu - https://amzn.to/4iZlOrA Does Jesus Really Love Me?: A Gay Christian's Pilgrimage in Search of God in America by Jeff Chu - https://amzn.to/4bZH91N March: Book One by John Lewis - https://amzn.to/4c6xmXI Travel and Leisure magazine editor-at-large - https://www.travelandleisure.com/author/jeff-chu Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan - https://amzn.to/446LUo5 Padraig O'Tuama, poet - https://www.padraigotuama.com/ Kitchen Hymns by Padraig O'Tuama - https://amzn.to/4ccPFdV Maggie Smith, poet - https://maggiesmithpoet.com/ In The Shelter: Finding a Home in the World by Padraig O'Tuama - https://amzn.to/4ccNNBL Jeff Chu's Good Soil Book Tour - https://byjeffchu.com/tour Guest's Links: Website - https://byjeffchu.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/byjeffchu Twitter - https://x.com/jeffchu Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/byjeffchu Substack - https://byjeffchu.com/contact#substack Connect with Jen! Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker Jen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmaker Jen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. Summary: Through tragedy and devastation God draws the human heart unto Himself. Out the chaos of their lives comes the voice of the Lord “will you walk with Me.” Show Notes: God puts people through many things so they will reach into Him for life. Through catastrophe and tragedy people grasp for many things, but the most valuable thing to reach for is a relationship with God. Temporal possessions are not what we are reaching for. It's the eternal possessions that we desire. It's not only people's lives that are being shaken, but whole nations are finding everything that was their stability taken away from them. So that they have an opportunity to turn to the Lord. Each day we should wake up with a thankfulness and a drive to pursue the Lord. Quotes: God loves His creation He'll go to any anything that is necessary to wake people up and turn them to Himself. God causes the disruption in people's lives because of the status quo. Because of their never getting around to pursue their walk with God, that now that moves into the forefront of so many lives The things that people are looking at on a human level are called tragedy, are called catastrophe, and people are grasping for this and that. His presence is way more valuable of a relationship with Christ. A relationship with a Father. I think God brings chaos to people's lives. They're just torn down to nothing. And that's the perfect state that God can move. Because now they don't have, they don't have anything and God can speak and create a new path for their lives - something new. ...God's just kind...
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Wives, have you felt that your husband expects too much from you? Husbands, have you checked whether your expectations are realistic? Expectations of our spouse can be a difficult topic, and they are a really frequent source of marriage tension. That's why today, we want to help break down misunderstandings around spouse expectations today, so that you can experience better connection and more joy in your marriage. Don't let expectations trip your marriage up. Listen today and learn to deal with the wants and needs in your marriage. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: Unvoiced expectations in marriage can lead to tension. Communication is key to understanding each other's needs. Wives should express their feelings of being drained. Finding time for connection is essential for couples. Respect and appreciation are crucial for husbands. Physical affection is important beyond sexual intimacy. Teamwork in parenting strengthens the marriage bond. Articulating needs can help avoid misunderstandings. Navigating challenges together fosters a stronger partnership. It's crucial to express needs and expectations in marriage. Vulnerability can be challenging, especially for men. Regular communication opportunities can help clarify needs. Listening without trying to “fix it” is essential in relationships. Understanding each other's perspectives fosters compassion. Setting boundaries can enhance emotional support. Counseling can provide valuable tools for communication. Feeling overwhelmed is a signal for change, not failure. Asking good questions can open up important conversations. Investing in support can rejuvenate a marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Couples Conversation Guide: Main takeaway: You can experience better connection and intimacy by learning how to navigate the misunderstandings around expectations. Questions to Discuss: Dr. Kim talked about the importance of framing your spouse in a positive way, are there places where you are negatively framing your spouse's wants or needs? What boundary could you set today so that you could better meet a need for your spouse? Are you a safe place for your spouse to voice the expectations that have for your marriage? QUOTES God didn't give your husband maternal instinct and that's ok. He's a man and that's actually a good thing for your children to experience. Being overwhelmed as a woman doesn't make you a bad spouse. It's a signal that something needs to change. If you're going to frame your spouse as the problem it's not going to go well. If you frame your spouse as your teammate then you can work together and that's really important. Love and respect are something that husbands and men are designed to need. If you're stretching yourself way beyond your capacity then that's where the negative things start to happen. Wives, you don't want your husband going to someone else for emotional support. You want him to go to you. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Unlock True Intimacy: Become a couple who prays together. Team You and Me: A Guide to Approaching Your Marriage as a Team
Wives, have you felt that your husband expects too much from you? Husbands, have you checked whether your expectations are realistic? Expectations of our spouse can be a difficult topic, and they are a really frequent source of marriage tension. That's why today, we want to help break down misunderstandings around spouse expectations today, so that you can experience better connection and more joy in your marriage. Don't let expectations trip your marriage up. Listen today and learn to deal with the wants and needs in your marriage. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: Unvoiced expectations in marriage can lead to tension. Communication is key to understanding each other's needs. Wives should express their feelings of being drained. Finding time for connection is essential for couples. Respect and appreciation are crucial for husbands. Physical affection is important beyond sexual intimacy. Teamwork in parenting strengthens the marriage bond. Articulating needs can help avoid misunderstandings. Navigating challenges together fosters a stronger partnership. It's crucial to express needs and expectations in marriage. Vulnerability can be challenging, especially for men. Regular communication opportunities can help clarify needs. Listening without trying to “fix it” is essential in relationships. Understanding each other's perspectives fosters compassion. Setting boundaries can enhance emotional support. Counseling can provide valuable tools for communication. Feeling overwhelmed is a signal for change, not failure. Asking good questions can open up important conversations. Investing in support can rejuvenate a marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Couples Conversation Guide: Main takeaway: You can experience better connection and intimacy by learning how to navigate the misunderstandings around expectations. Questions to Discuss: Dr. Kim talked about the importance of framing your spouse in a positive way, are there places where you are negatively framing your spouse's wants or needs? What boundary could you set today so that you could better meet a need for your spouse? Are you a safe place for your spouse to voice the expectations that have for your marriage? QUOTES God didn't give your husband maternal instinct and that's ok. He's a man and that's actually a good thing for your children to experience. Being overwhelmed as a woman doesn't make you a bad spouse. It's a signal that something needs to change. If you're going to frame your spouse as the problem it's not going to go well. If you frame your spouse as your teammate then you can work together and that's really important. Love and respect are something that husbands and men are designed to need. If you're stretching yourself way beyond your capacity then that's where the negative things start to happen. Wives, you don't want your husband going to someone else for emotional support. You want him to go to you. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Unlock True Intimacy: Become a couple who prays together. Team You and Me: A Guide to Approaching Your Marriage as a Team
*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. Summary: God has brought a people to a place of faith and trust in Him. This also requires a total rejection of unbelief. Faith is not in promises or things, but it is a faith directed towards God Himself. Today we step out into things that we have never dared to believe before! Show Notes: God has brought His people to a place of faith and the total rejection of unbelief. God has committed to us His authority to do His will in the earth. We should stretch our faith and believe for things that are totally impossible. In the Lord's presence all things are possible. We are to speak His Word and create His will in every situation. We must exercise faith in God and then step out and do His will. Quotes: God is bringing us to a point and a place where we are not accepting unbelief. I'm not praying anymore that the Lord will do this and I'm going to stand up and start creating and proclaiming as a son. Have faith towards God, because He's the only one that can do it. Start having faith toward God. When He thinks you're ready, He will bring them forth. Open your heart to something that you have never done before, that God has never made available, and try not to limit it to the things you want. Let it be something, as the Abraham story, that it's impossible for you to do except through faith toward God. When we believe in Him it's like a vacuum we're sucked up into His presence . And in His
Web Description: God is not limited by time. Why should we be? Christ went to the cross two thousand years ago, and yet we experience salvation through that cross as if it happens for us the moment we believe. Even people of faith, who lived before Christ, reached into the power of the cross long before it happened. We need to change our focus from the physical realm bound by time to the eternal realm where everything God did in the past or will do in the future is available now for us to walk in. Show Notes: The Scriptures consistently emphasize the freedom and liberty we are to walk in. According to the Word of God, there is nothing lacking in the power of Christ's blood shed on the cross. There is nothing lacking in the power of His death, burial, and resurrection for our fullness of life and complete healing of every affliction. However, there are obstacles within us that seem to hinder us from fully experiencing the power we are meant to have. It is one thing to know what the Word says. We also must know how to implement that Word in our lives. Surprisingly, the science of quantum physics can help us with this. Scriptural concepts that make no sense according to physical laws have been observed to be a reality in the quantum realm. Long before Yeshua (Jesus) went to the cross, Isaiah wrote, “He was pierced for our transgression and by His scourging we are healed.” After Yeshua went to the cross, Peter wrote, “By His wounds you were healed.” To us in a physical realm limited by time, experiencing past or future events in the present seems impossible. Yet tests prove that the quantum realm is not limited by time. The quantum realm is a creation of God, who Himself is not bound by time. In Him the past, present, and future all exist simultaneously at the moment. What would happen if we could experience the realm where our past and future were connected to our present? What if we could lay hold of God's movings in the past and promises for the future and bring them into our now? Let us apply what we already know about walking with God in the Spirit and waiting on the Lord and reach into what God has for our lives today. Key Verses: • 1 John 1:9. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful … to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” • John 14:6. “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.” • Matthew 19:26. “With people this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” • Hebrews 3:18–19. “They were not able to enter because of unbelief.” • Matthew 8:1–17. “HE HIMSELF TOOK OUR INFIRMITIES AND CARRIED AWAY OUR DISEASES.” • Isaiah 53:4–5. “By His scourging we are healed.” • 1 Peter 2:21–24. “By His wounds you were healed.” • John 11:25. “I am the resurrection and the life.” • Ephesians 1:5. “He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world.” • Romans 12:2. “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” • Galatians 5:16. “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” • John 8:56–59. “Before Abraham was born, I am.” • Revelation 13:8 (NASB). “… written from the foundation of the world in the book of life.” • Revelation 13:8 (KJV). “… the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.” • Revelation 17:8. “The beast that you saw was, and is not, and is about to come.” Quotes: • “God always holds the past, the present, and the future before Him in His mind. Therefore, a man of faith who comes to God may claim the promises of the past or prophecies of the future as the provision for the present moment” (John Robert Stevens). • “What Yeshua did thousands of years ago is valid for you today. All you have to do is reach into it today and you will be healed. Just reach into the cross today and you will be saved.” • “Abraham saw the day of Christ on the earth in the flesh. Why? He lived thousands of years in the past. Yeah, but he also knew how to get into a realm where the past and the future were his present.” • “How does healing work right now? It happens because we get into that realm where the past, present, and future all exist at once.” Takeaways: 1. God's Word, His power, and the work of Christ for us are unlimited. The only limitations are in us due to impasses on a subconscious level. Religion will not help us overcome those impasses because they are more related to the scientific principles of the quantum realm. 2. The quantum realm confirms the timeless nature of God, as well as our own ability to draw from the provision of Christ, whether it occurred in the past or will occur in the future, and to walk in it at the present moment. 3. Abraham knew the day of Christ thousands of years before it happened. And to be prophets in this age, we must have an awareness of this realm where the past, present, and future exist simultaneously and then be able to manifest it.
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Guest Bio: After a harrowing riches-to-rags detour in life, Jennifer DiVita clung to her faith and rebuilt herself as a solo mom and professional career woman. Because of God's goodness, she found her way out of poverty and climbed the career ladder carrying her kids on her back to become Associate State Director of AARP. She's also an on-air personality with WOOD TV and ABC 4 who provides positive advice on aging well, despite initially being kicked out of TV for being “too seasoned.” She published her novel, Not Your Shoe Size, a witty story about growing older and finding the silver lining after becoming silver. Jennifer offers hope that it's possible to overcome roadblocks and pave a successful life after surrendering to God's plan. Show Summary: When we set out into our lives, we often have a plan of what we would like to do or achieve. What happens when our plan falls apart? Jennifer DiVita was a married woman and stay-at-home mom before her husband's addiction led to her life completely changing. Jennifer found herself having to rebuild what she thought was set in stone. Join hosts, Eryn Eddy Adkins and Vivian Mabuni, as they talk with Jennifer about navigating career change while becoming a solo mom. You don't want to miss this inspiring God Hears Her conversation! Notes and Quotes: “God has used my story to help so many women, and I would not change one bit of it.” —Jennifer DiVita “I look at my story and know that Good is good because He did not leave me in that place. I look at the twists and turns of my life, and all that I've been through, but see where I've come.” —Jennifer DiVita “God has a redemption story for you. He already sees what's going on. —Jennifer DiVita Links: Jennifer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.divita/ Jennifer's Website: https://www.jenniferdivita.com/ God Hears Her website: https://godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her email sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ Vivian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivmabuni/ Our Daily Bread Ministries website: https://www.odbm.org/ MB01SJDOI45MP8O
Guest Bio: After a harrowing riches-to-rags detour in life, Jennifer DiVita clung to her faith and rebuilt herself as a solo mom and professional career woman. Because of God's goodness, she found her way out of poverty and climbed the career ladder carrying her kids on her back to become Associate State Director of AARP. She's also an on-air personality with WOOD TV and ABC 4 who provides positive advice on aging well, despite initially being kicked out of TV for being “too seasoned.” She published her novel, Not Your Shoe Size, a witty story about growing older and finding the silver lining after becoming silver. Jennifer offers hope that it's possible to overcome roadblocks and pave a successful life after surrendering to God's plan. Show Summary: When we set out into our lives, we often have a plan of what we would like to do or achieve. What happens when our plan falls apart? Jennifer DiVita was a married woman and stay-at-home mom before her husband's addiction led to her life completely changing. Jennifer found herself having to rebuild what she thought was set in stone. Join hosts, Eryn Eddy Adkins and Vivian Mabuni, as they talk with Jennifer about navigating career change while becoming a solo mom. You don't want to miss this inspiring God Hears Her conversation! Notes and Quotes: “God has used my story to help so many women, and I would not change one bit of it.” —Jennifer DiVita “I look at my story and know that Good is good because He did not leave me in that place. I look at the twists and turns of my life, and all that I've been through, but see where I've come.” —Jennifer DiVita “God has a redemption story for you. He already sees what's going on. —Jennifer DiVita Links: Jennifer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.divita/ Jennifer's Website: https://www.jenniferdivita.com/ God Hears Her website: https://godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her email sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ Vivian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivmabuni/ Our Daily Bread Ministries website: https://www.odbm.org/ MB01SJDOI45MP8O
Web Description: When judgment happens, do not blame it on God or on those who are serving God. Blame it on those who like Pharaoh refuse time and time again to humble their hearts, who refuse to open their hearts to receive the things of God and His truth, and who never stop in their commitment to destroy God's people and His creation. Show Notes: The Israelites learned the lesson of Pharaoh. And we need to learn that lesson or we will misinterpret God's judgments. Why did God bring judgment after judgment on Egypt? It was because Pharaoh kept refusing the will of God to let the people of Israel go. Pharaoh kept refusing to let his power over Israel be displaced by God. This is the reason God ultimately moves in judgment. It is the refusal of rulers to let their kingdoms be displaced by the Kingdom of God. Make no mistake, those who are fighting the Kingdom will not stop. Those who are dedicated to the destruction of Israel will never stop. Evil rulers will never stop controlling and oppressing people. Satan will never stop in his drive to destroy all flesh. People accuse God of being full of wrath and indignation. But God's indignation is simply His response after His long-suffering has delayed judgment until it cannot be delayed any longer. He is a God of peace. But He will use whatever indignation is necessary to stop the destruction of His creation. Do not think there is a solution for this world other than the Kingdom of God. It must come, and it must be complete. And it will come at the elimination of every kingdom that is driven by satan to refuse God's Kingdom. We will not have a righteous world until we have a righteous King. We will not have justice until we have a righteous Judge over all the earth. And this is what is beginning to happen. The Kingdom of God is coming, and we should continue to pray for His Kingdom to come. Key Verses: • James 2:13. “Mercy triumphs over judgment.” • Philippians 2:9–11. “EVERY KNEE WILL BOW … and … every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.” • Isaiah 34:1–3. “For the LORD's indignation is against all the nations.” • Matthew 21:33–41. “When the owner of the vineyard comes, what will he do to those vine-growers?” • Mark 13:20. “No life would have been saved.” • Joel 3:9–17. “Prepare a war; rouse the mighty men!” • Exodus 10:1–3. “How long will you refuse to humble yourself before Me?” • Romans 1:18–32. “God gave them over to a depraved mind.” Quotes: • “God is going to set up His Kingdom. And the end-time and the struggles of the end-time are all surrounding that reality that the Kingdom of God will be set up.” • “I don't care what the problem is. There is no solution other than the righteous King of all the earth coming to rule and reign over all the earth.” • “People are moving with a hard heart. Their minds are filled with futility. They're darkened in their understanding. But that's a result of their actions, not a result of God's actions.” Takeaways: 1. Just like Pharaoh, satan will never quit. Pharaoh was bent on the destruction of Israel, and today the nations are bent on the destruction of Israel. Those wicked nations that are refusing the Kingdom of God are taking it out on Israel. 2. These nations will not stop this pursuit until they have brought complete destruction because their minds are filled with deception, their hearts are hardened, and they cannot understand the truth any longer. 3. The lesson of Pharaoh is that you cannot negotiate with someone who desires nothing but your destruction. And that is who satan is. You can never negotiate with him. He is not going to be saved. He is on one course and one course only: your destruction. 4. We have to reach into the Lord and His salvation, His truth, His righteousness, and His justice because God is getting ready to move.
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Web Description: The 2024 elections were an encouraging sign that Americans are concerned about the moral collapse in this country and want to do something about it. But more than a victory for our faith, it is a window of opportunity that we must not waste. Let us not let up in our faith and intercession for this country until we see it return to its Judeo-Christian roots. Show Notes: This podcast looks at the results of the 2024 presidential election from a spiritual rather than a political standpoint. Our own political views are certainly important to us, and we all have the right to stand for whatever we want to stand for. However, this election showed more than a political choice. It showed the genuine concern people have for the wrong direction this country is moving and their desire to change that direction. This election saw a great many people in this country standing up and saying, “We have had enough of rampant crime and destruction of our cities. We have had enough of the immorality being forced on our children in public schools. We have had enough of the antisemitism and anti-Israel policies.” It was an encouraging voice from this nation that we do not want to lose our Judeo-Christian values. It shows that our prayers have been effective up to this point. It is like God is saying, “Okay, I'm listening. Here's an opportunity. What will you do with it?” And we cannot afford to waste this opportunity. If the intercession of the Body of Christ has brought this victory, then now is not the time to stop. We need an intensified level of intercession to shape what this victory will mean to our society in the coming days. We need more than political reforms. We need a change that reaches down to the very roots of this country. We need the depth of repentance that brings a nature change. Let us use this window of opportunity and pray like we never have until we see this nation become what God wants it to be. Key Verses: • 2 Kings 13:14–20. “The man of God was angry … ‘Now you shall strike Aram only three times.'” • 2 Chronicles7:11–16. “My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place.” Quotes: • “God is in the business of judging immoral nations. And I feel like we have become that and are sliding very quickly into a worse state day by day.” • “Things are not going to change unless we change them through faith and prayer. And they're not going to change unless God is the force behind the change that happens.” • “Let's get out of the caves. Let's for sure have our own faith and prayer and intercession coming to another level. But let's open our mouths and do more than just vote privately in our houses.” Takeaways: 1. The 2024 presidential election was an announcement that Americans want a new direction for this country. The voice of the majority against the lawlessness, immorality, and antisemitism was an encouraging sign that this nation does not want to lose its Judeo-Christian values. 2. In 2 Kings we read that Elisha directed Joash the king of Israel to shoot an arrow, meaning he would have victory over Aram. But when Joash beat the arrows only three times, Elisha told him he will win only three battles and not put an end to Aram. 3. We can look at this election with a sense of victory. But it really is a window of opportunity that we do not want to waste. We can be like Joash and accept a limited victory. Or we can keep beating our arrows by our intercession until we see the end of the wickedness that is destroying this county.
You're still holding on tightly in some places.But as you read these words,you're loosening your grip.Easing off.Sitting back.Relaxing your shoulders.Not just hearing me,but hearing God, again.His Sound,the Name,(y)our Rock.Turn to this Love and none other.Trust in Him and none other.I Love you,nik_______________My new book, 'Wake Up to Love' is a lifetime in the making (and now a Top New Release, thanks to you!).Divinely inspired.Love led.And WILL bring forth the ‘more' in you. ❤️
He's changing me--my heart,my vision,my desires.You've changed SO much.You've shown so much courage. You've been so patient. But now that you've recognized Who you're waiting with,you're no longer waiting.You no longer need to be patient.You are Full in Him---"We Awaken in Christ's Body.As Christ awakens our bodies, And my poor hand is Christ, He enters My foot, and is infinitely me.I move my hand, and wonderfully my hand becomes Christ, becomes all of Him (for God is indivisiblyWhole, seamless in His Godhood). I move my foot, and at once He appears like a flash of lightning.Do my words seem blasphemous? Then open your heart to Him And let yourself receive the one Who is opening to you so deeply.For if we genuinely love Him, We wake up inside Christ's body Where all our body, all over, every most hidden part of it, is realized in joy as Him, and He makes us, utterly, real, and everything that is hurt, everything that seemed to us dark, harsh, shameful, maimed, ugly, irreparably damaged, is in Him transformed and recognized as whole, as lovely, and radiant in His light he awakens as the Beloved in every last part of our body."- Symeon the New TheologianI Love you,nik_______________My new book, 'Wake Up to Love' is a lifetime in the making (and now a Top New Release, thanks to you!).Divinely inspired.Love led.And WILL bring forth the ‘more' in you. ❤️
Dandi Daley Mackall is an award-winning writer whose most recent work is a devotional called Women Who Followed Jesus, which honors ordinary women who were early church believers and key figures in the life of Christ. Dandi shares how God showed up in the lives of these women and what lessons we can draw from their extraordinary faith. Quotes “God lets me write, and then He takes it and touches hearts and works His grace in other people. I get to be a little part of it.” - Dandi Daley Mackall “I don't know how people get through life without our Refuge and our Helper. I just sense more every morning that God's pouring out His unfailing love on me.” - Dandi Daley Mackall “Nobody would choose women in the first century Israel to be the witnesses of anything, but Christ chose them to be the first. That's the power of resurrection that keeps giving this hope and power all day through eternity—that's the hope of resurrection.” - Dandi Daley Mackall “God can change ordinary people like us into extraordinary believers.” - Dandi Daley Mackall Guest's Links Dandi Daley Mackall's website Dandi Daley Mackall's Facebook Dandi Daley Mackall's Instagram Dandi Daley Mackall's Twitter Resources Mentioned in This Episode Women Who Followed Jesus Seasonal Products Free Jesus Storybook Bible Advent Reading Plan & Bonus Printables The Jesus Storybook Bible: A Christmas Collection The Jesus Storybook Bible Advent Activity Book Song of the Stars: A Christmas Story Little One, We Knew You'd Come My Little Library of God's Great Love Connect with Sally Lloyd-Jones Jesus Storybook Bible Facebook Jesus Storybook Bible Instagram Sally's website Sally's Facebook Sally's Instagram *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media*
Topics: The Human Brain, Encouragement, Bless Those That Curse You, No Veggies, Hoarder vs. Museum, No News, Password Remembering BONUS CONTENT: Prayer, Bless Those That Curse Follow-up Quotes: “God gives us a chance to know the truth through Him.” “You just declare it…” “The human brain is designed to know God. Don't miss out on that.” Check out our website: https://branthansen.com/
Web Description: As we come to the Day of Trumpets this year, let us cry out to the Lord in our intercession. But let us follow the pattern in His Word. When we shout and lift our voice like a trumpet, let it be done according to the Lord's guidelines and instructions so that we may get the answers we need. Show Notes: This month we will celebrate a new year—not the New Year of the Gregorian calendar, but the biblical new year of Rosh Hashanah, which begins on Yom T'ruah, the Day of Trumpets. The Hebrew word t'ruah means “the blowing of trumpets,” which we read in the Scriptures was used to call the congregation together for a meeting or for going to war. T'ruah can also mean “shouting or expressing joy.” These expressions are something we can apply today. At Jericho the Lord gave the children of Israel specific instructions that involved t'ruah. They had to spend seven days blowing trumpets and shouting until the walls of Jericho fell. The Lord had promised them the land and told them that He had given Jericho into their hands. Yet to take what belonged to them, they had to follow exactly the pattern of the Lord. In a real sense our intercession is like t'ruah, and if we want to be as effective as the Israelites were at Jericho, then we too need to be obedient to the Lord's pattern. That is why our intercession should be guided biblically by what the Lord has said—by what He has promised and by what He has given us through prophecy. How do we pray for Israel and the Jewish people today when the entire world seems determined to destroy them? We read the prophecies in the Scriptures of everything God has said He will do for His people in these end days. Then we cry out to the Lord and shout t'ruah and believe for the walls that stand against His Word to come down. Key Verses: • Leviticus 23:23–24. “You shall have a rest, a reminder by blowing of trumpets.” • Numbers 29:1. “It will be to you a day for blowing trumpets.” • Exodus 12:1–2. “This month shall be the beginning of months for you.” • Joshua 6:1–5. “When you hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout.” • Joshua 6:15–20. “The people shouted, and priests blew the trumpets; … and they took the city.” • 2 Chronicles 7:12–16. “I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” • Daniel 9:2–22. “O Lord, hear! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, listen and take action!” • Matthew 6:5–15. “When you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret.” Quotes: • “God doesn't just tell us to pray for something. He doesn't just promise us things. He really directs us in how we should go about receiving those promised events that the Lord is giving.” • “While we're in these days of great intercession that the Lord is bringing to us, we must recognize that we have real instructions about how we're to approach the Lord and how we're to pray.” • “If we follow the pattern of how He taught us to pray, how He gave us instruction in His Word to pray and approach Him, then it will happen. Keep walking around the walls until you're instructed to shout in the day of victory, and those walls will come down and it will be given into your hands.” Takeaways: 1. The concept of a new year in the Scriptures is not the same as our concept according to the Gregorian calendar. Rosh Hashanah, which begins in the seventh month, is the beginning of the ordinary calendar year. The ecclesiastical year begins in the month of Nisan. There are also new years for the tithing of animals and trees. 2. The word t'ruah in Yom T'ruah, the Day of Trumpets, has various meanings such as “the sound of a trumpet, clamor or loud noise, a battle cry or alarm, rejoicing, and shouting.” 3. The Lord gave specific instructions to the children of Israel for the use of t'ruah in the taking of Jericho. Israel had to follow exactly the pattern of the Lord to take the land He had promised them. The pattern and instructions for our intercession are also laid out for us in the Scriptures. 4. We pray according to the scriptural promises and prophecies, according to the repentance and returning to the Lord that God revealed to Solomon, and according to the instructions that we have from Yeshua (Jesus).
You're on a bridge with Him, too. Just like I was yesterday. And that's why you feel anxious. That's why you have this dis-ease about you. You don't know what you'll find when you get to the other side. But you know you're in the midst of change, and you have to trust that just like me, when you get over (t)here, even though that fear is present, you'll be saying, 'Thank you, God," "Thank you, Jesus." I can't tell you how many times I said that while taking pictures of damage. People would think I was crazy, but I know we were spared. But it was just enough damage to move me more towards moving on from there. It's been five years, and I've had that impulse for more than a year. Something is speaking to you (t)here, too. You're in the midst of change. You're in the midst of your answered prayer. Even if it looks like everything you don't want, right now. He's making everything new. But miracles start as problems. They start as storms that you learn to trust in Him to calm. I can hear Him now-- Remain calm through these changes. Be patient, which means be Love. Love through these changes. Be the Light for everyone around you through these changes, calm them with His calmness, with His peace, that He has given you. You already been given The Gift. That's the real Miracle. You already have It. And the more you cherish It, and nurture It, and pray to It, and sing to It, dance with It, the more It shows Itself... sometimes you can even whisper to It, Show yourself, show yourself. And watch. : ) I Love you, nik p.s. Listen to Dependable God on Youtube/Spotify/Apple on repeat today until The Message plants the seed that grows into The Tree that provides you and the world with fruit, shade, and shelter! ________________________________________ My new book, 'Wake Up to Love' is a lifetime in the making (and now a Top New Release, thanks to you!). Divinely inspired. Love led. And WILL bring forth the ‘more' in you. ❤️
Guest Bio: Emily E. Ryan is a minister's wife, mother of four, and junior high English teacher who first dedicated her writing life to the Lord when she was a child. She quickly learned, however, that writing about Jesus could only come after walking with Him through hard times. In this season of life—full of teens, tweens, and all the beautiful noise and chaos that comes with them—she is familiar with the struggle to find those rare, quiet moments and claim them for Jesus. She writes about this struggle in her upcoming book Guilt-Free Quiet Times, where she encourages women with practical creativity to ditch guilt and embrace grace in their devotional time with the Lord. Emily and her family live in the great state of Texas, but you can find her online at emilyeryan.com or through her Guideposts devotions in ' Mornings with Jesus. Show Summary: What comes to mind when you think of spending time with the Lord? Do you picture your favorite comfy chair with your Bible and a steaming mug of coffee? Or do you see yourself frantically running around the house apologizing to God while you chase a toddler who has interrupted your quiet time. . . .again. Emily E. Ryan wants to help women reimagine their quiet time with the Lord by lifting up the guilt we sometimes feel. The stigma of ‘quiet time' doesn't have to be silent time spent in your house with the Lord. Join hosts, Vivian Mabuni and Eryn Eddy Adkins, as they learn how to have guilt-free quiet time during this God Hears Her conversation. Notes and Quotes: “God shows Himself to us whenever we ask for our spiritual eyes to be opened.” —Emily E. Ryan “God promised something good from this, so I'm going to start looking for that.” —Emily E. Ryan “God is not calling us into this perfect, little checklist quiet time, He's calling us into a deeper, intimate relationship with Him.” —Emily E. Ryan The Lord has given us so much more choice into how we approach our spiritual disciples than we realize.” —Emily E. Ryan “Whenever we have conviction, it always leads to a solution. If the Holy Spirit convicts your heart, then He's doing so to lead you closer.” —Emily E. Ryan “The highs and lows are going to happen regardless. It's where they are leading you in the end. Are they leading you to the Lord, and is your faith growing?” —Emily E. Ryan Verses: Romans 8:28 Matthew 14:13-14 2 Peter 1:8 Links: Emily's website Emily's book God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her email sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ Vivian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivmabuni/ MB013E5PNNJCDQX
Web Description: I do not want the crucifixion of Christ to be a distant impersonal event for which I have no responsibility. It must be real to me that Christ died for me and because of me. I believe that we as Christians must keep that uppermost in our minds. I want us to give ourselves to this reality that every day we take up our cross, which is the cross of Christ that He went through for us, and then begin to walk with Him on that basis. Show Notes: As Christians we all understand that Christ died for our sins, and we can apply that universally to all mankind. Christ died for the whole world to bring salvation to everyone. Yet salvation only works for everyone when it works for each person individually. As an individual you have to realize that Christ did not just die for everyone; He died for you personally. And more than dying for your sins, He died because of your sins. When Yeshua appeared to him, Paul realized that he personally was sinning directly against Christ. Paul was fully aware that Christ died because of his sin. That was Paul's salvation experience, and that was the revelation Paul lived with every day after that experience. As with Paul, not only does our salvation begin at this revelation, but it must continue throughout our walk with God. What does it mean that you take up your cross daily and follow Him? It means that Christ wants His cross and His suffering for your sin to be extremely personal to you on a daily basis. It all starts with the reality of the cross and without the reality of the cross, there is no relationship with God. And so, to begin our day in a relationship with Him, we must go to this point of beginning: “He died for me. He died because of me.” No matter how many years you walk with God, no matter how much you grow and mature in the things of God, you must always go back to this point and keep it alive for yourself every day. Key Verses: • Acts 2:36. “God has made Him both Lord and Christ—this Jesus whom you crucified.” • Acts 4:10. “Jesus Christ … whom you crucified … by this name this man stands here before you in good health.” • Romans 5:8. “While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” • Ephesians 5:2. “Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God.” • Romans 4:25. “He … was delivered over because of our transgressions.” • Romans 8:32. “He … did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him over for us.” • Galatians 2:20. “I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.” • 1 Peter 2:24. “He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross.” • Isaiah 53:4–6. “Our griefs He Himself bore, and our sorrows He carried.” • Luke 9:23–24. “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily.” Quotes: • “God delivered Christ to the cross as a sacrifice for me, and it was done out of necessity because of my sin. Christ had to die, or I had to die eternal death and damnation without His sacrifice.” • “Paul's life was being lived against Christ. He was persecuting Christ, not Christians. What he was doing was against Christ. And what Christ was coming to do was to be personally a Savior to him.” • “He died for me. He died because of me. And I need to go once again to that place of the cross and make that the reality and the most important event in my life, not to mention in my day.” Takeaways: 1. Accusing the Jews of crucifying Christ is at the root of anti-Semitism. Not only is it anti-Semitism on the deepest levels, but it separates us from the fundamental truth that the crucifixion of Christ was for our personal sins and because of our personal sins. 2. Let us not limit the purpose of the cross or generalize the concept of our salvation, and thereby take away from the extremely personal nature of the cross and what we must have as a very personal experience for salvation to be effective in our daily lives. 3. You cannot separate your cross from the cross of Christ. Christ Himself certainly suffered on that cross. But He was also bearing your sorrow, your grief, and your separation from God because of your sin and disobedience.
Discover the true meaning of prosperity in our latest episode of The King's Council Podcast! Rylee Meek and Christian Edwards explore the often misunderstood concept of prosperity within the Christian faith. Many popular teachings focus on material wealth and financial success, but what does the Bible actually say about prosperity? In this episode, Meek and Edwards dive deep into the biblical truths and uncover how God's idea of prosperity extends far beyond earthly riches. Learn how to thrive, grow, and flourish in all areas of your life according to God's plan. Whether you're seeking financial freedom, spiritual growth, or a deeper relationship with God, this episode is for you.Takeaways:The difference between biblical prosperity and popular prosperity teachings.How God's greatest gift goes beyond material wealth.Understanding the true meaning of prosperity in God's eyes.Aligning your life with God's Word to experience true prosperity.Practical steps to achieve prosperity through vision, structure, and action.Quotes:God wants us to prosper. That was part of His original intent when He created us. Even though we know the fall happened and we jacked up a lot of things, the best part is that God had a plan. His word does not return void. - Rylee MeekMost Christians are taught that money is the root of all evil, but God is a God of abundance. Jesus died for us to have life here on earth in abundance. - Christian EdwardsTurns out there are a lot of scriptures on prosperity and success in the Bible. Prosperity is part of God's original commandment to be fruitful and multiply. - Rylee MeekIt's unfathomable to think that the same God who created everything lives inside of us, but you only earn the right to be called a child of God when you surrender to Christ. - Christian EdwardsOur ability to succeed is based on our availability, responsibility, and accountability to God. - Rylee MeekMoney should be a servant, not a master, and financial security should not become an idol. - Christian Edwards
Web Description: Christ appeared the first time to bring salvation by being the sacrifice for sin. Then He appeared a second time to men such as Peter and Paul, not for sin but to deliver them from their reliance on themselves into a reliance wholly on God. We also need to reach into the promise that He will appear a second time to those who eagerly await Him. Lord, appear to us! Make us those whose works are one hundred percent from the throne of God and not mixed with human pride. Show Notes: We read in Hebrews 9:28 that Christ “will appear a second time for salvation without reference to sin.” We know that Christ in His first appearing came for salvation with reference to sin. He came at Passover to be the sacrifice for sin, for the forgiveness of our sins. We also know that Yeshua (Jesus) appeared again to His disciples during the fifty days between Passover and Pentecost. This was a time when the Lord was delivering them from the limitations of their flesh. Peter for example knew what it was to believe in Yeshua as the Christ, the Messiah. But something more had to happen for Peter. He had to be delivered from his own pride. So Christ appeared to Peter a second time for something beyond the revelation that He was the Messiah, beyond the salvation of forgiving sins. He appeared to Peter to break his spirit and bring a level of humility, without which Peter could never have moved in the apostleship that he was to move in. Like Peter, if we are to walk in the works that God has prepared beforehand for us to walk in, we will have to know that there is nothing of ourselves that comes from ourselves, that everything is from Him and by Him. Yes, we believe in the salvation for forgiveness of sins that Christ accomplished at His first appearing. But we need Him to appear to us a second time, as we eagerly await Him, for a salvation from the mixture of flesh and Spirit in our lives that hinders us from walking in the ministry that the world needs in this hour. Key Verses: • Hebrews 9:28. “Christ … will appear a second time for salvation without reference to sin.” • Luke 22:32–34. “Peter, the rooster will not crow today until you have denied three times.” • Matthew 16:16–17. “Flesh and blood did not reveal this to you, but My Father who is in heaven.” • 1 Corinthians 2:8. “If they had understood it they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.” • 1 Corinthians 15:1–5. “He appeared to Cephas [Peter], then to the twelve.” • Luke 22:61–62. “Peter … went out and wept bitterly.” • Ephesians 2:4–9. “It is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.” • Ephesians 2:10. “We are … created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand.” • Philippians 3:4–12. “Not having a righteousness of my own … but … the righteousness which comes from God.” Quotes: • “God is not out of control. God is in absolute control. He knows what He's doing. Listen, He's had this plan for a long time. He's had this plan for so long, He wrote it down in a Book several thousand years ago.” • “We've had a walk by faith. We've had a walk by revelation. But I think that right now what we have to experience is a walk by grace.” • “What we've walked in up to this point has been wonderful, especially if you ask us. It's been wonderful because we see the partial as the perfect. And now He's coming to say, “No, it was partial. It was mixed. But now I'm removing the mixture.” What will come will be perfect. And it's going to be a walk of pure grace.” Takeaways: 1. During the fifty days between Passover and Pentecost, Christ appeared to Peter to deliver him from the problems of his flesh that would hinder his apostleship. We also have the promise that Christ will appear to us a second time, not to forgive our sins again, but for a salvation from the flesh that is still hindering us. 2. If satan knew the truth, he would not have crucified Christ. But he is incapable of knowing the truth, and he was so convinced of his own lie and his control of others to carry out his plan that he felt very free to express it. We find this same unrestrained manifestation of satan's lie today. 3. People can have the same conviction concerning a lie. We have seen Christians with this problem. Are they saved? Yes. Are their sins forgiven? Yes. But are they also arrogant, boastful, and prideful? Yes. We must all admit that we have had this problem at some point in our Christian walk. 4. The Kingdom of God will not be a mixture of God's works with human fleshly works. Just as Christ appeared to Peter and Paul to deliver them from the proudful reliance on their own flesh, we should have an anticipation that Christ will appear to us to remove that from us once and for all.
Summary: A new realm of oneness has opened up to the family of God. The very foundation of this oneness is the Lordship of Jesus Christ and our love for the Father and one another. In this oneness our individuality is swallowed up as we function as His family in His love. Show Notes: A realm of oneness has opened up in which we all participate together in something bigger that ourselves. This realm of oneness is not based on all of us believing the same doctrine or teaching. This oneness is based on the Lordship of Jesus Christ and our open hearts to one another. As we function in this realm all our differences fade away as we are aware of our love for one another. This is a new day, the day of Spirit. It's a day that our Father is perfecting our spirit. Any personal issues and battle is not your battle, but something coming against the oneness of Christ in His family. As we function as a family in this oneness, we stop thinking of ourselves and are totally engulfed in our love for one another. It's all about the love of God in us. That's what honors God. You shall love the Lord your God with all of your mind, your heart, and strength. That's your individual relationship with God. That;s where it begins. As we enter this realm of oneness we begin to love our brother with the same love as we love God. It's this grace for one another flowing back and forth. We freely been given, and we freely give this life for one another. Quotes: God has opened a realm of oneness where we participate together in the love of Christ. We walk with as an individual, then we begin to walk with God together. There's a consciousness of participating in a bigger thing than ourselves. We've come to this level not because we all believe the same exact doctrine or teachings about any given thing. It's a oneness that...
Summary: Our growth spiritual being depends on His grace. As He leads us we are dedicated to the means as we keep our focus set on His promises and provisions to bring forth His will on this earth. Show Notes: God is bringing us into a new realm of Spirit. In this new realm of Spirit we recognize the openness and oneness we have with people, no matter what they say or believe. A level of perception and openness to God is the capacity to hear their spirit. This new level of Spirit consist of oneness and power, not just words. As Christ comes forth within us we enter into the world He lives in. The kingdom of God is in power, not about agreement mentally. As this new day unfolds we are finding that we believe more, we impart more, we appropriate more, and walk in more grace. Quotes: God is bringing us into another realm, where all of the sudden, you just recognize the openness in people's spirit, and you're one with them. ...we're done stumbling over what other people might believe different from us. Or see a different slant on some things. Does not matter. The only thing that matters. It's coming into this realm of Spirit together. What's effective is when you hit this realm of Spirit, it's the oneness and the power that comes out of it. As we are moving into this realm, and I'll call it oneness, the fruit will be the evidence. We stop listening to what people say And we listen to what's in their spirit. All of this is wrapped up in Jesus Christ and Him coming forth in us and opening us up to His world, opening us up to the realm He lives in. I think
Episode Summary: What does Tia Mowry, Britney Spears, Jeannie Mai, Jeezy, Idris, and Lynn Toler have in common? They all are dealing with what happens after divorce. In this episode, we delve into the emotional and spiritual challenges of divorce through the heartfelt testimony of a woman who experienced unexpected marital dissolution. Despite her deep faith, she found herself grappling with anger, confusion, and a sense of betrayal. However, through her journey, she discovered resilience and the power of faith to overcome adversity.Key Takeaways:Unpredictability of Life Events: Life's most significant events, such as marriage, children, and death, can be both predictable and unpredictable. Divorce, in particular, often catches individuals off guard, highlighting the need for emotional and financial preparedness.Coping with Anger and Disappointment: The speaker's raw expression of anger and disappointment towards God reflects the complex emotions experienced during times of crisis. While it's natural to question and express frustration, faith provides a foundation for healing and resilience.Navigating Faith Amidst Challenges: Despite facing immense pain and disillusionment, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith amidst adversity. Through prayer, reflection, and community support, individuals can find solace and strength to navigate life's toughest trials.Financial Preparedness and Protection: Divorce often brings financial challenges, underscoring the importance of proactive planning. Ensuring correct account titling, appointing trusted guardians for minor children, and having early "what if" conversations can mitigate financial risks and safeguard assets.Reclaiming Faith and Hope: While divorce may shake one's faith, it doesn't have to shatter it entirely. With perseverance and a resilient spirit, individuals can emerge from divorce stronger and more grounded in their faith. There is hope for healing and restoration, even in the midst of pain.Quotes:"God can take it. He can take that anger... But I stayed there for a little while." - Reflecting on the struggle to reconcile faith with feelings of anger and betrayal."Divorce was never going to be in the cards for me... How did you let this happen?" - Expressing disbelief and grappling with the unexpected turn of events."Do not lose your faith. You can come back from this... And I have faith in that statement." - Offering encouragement and hope to those facing the challenges of divorce.
Catholic priest Bishop Barron delivers a profound explanation of God as being itself, transcending categorical definitions. He challenges the notion of attempting to confine God within human constructs and relates this concept to the financial world, emphasizing the importance of understanding what can and cannot be controlled.Key Takeaways:God Beyond Categorical Definitions: Bishop Barron's explanation of God as being itself, as opposed to a categorical object, invites listeners to transcend human limitations in understanding the divine. By embracing the concept of God's transcendence, individuals can deepen their spiritual connection and move beyond narrow perceptions.Relating Spiritual Concepts to Finances: The analogy between understanding God and navigating financial principles highlights the importance of discerning what is within one's control. Just as God transcends human understanding, true wealth extends beyond material possessions to encompass spiritual abundance and wisdom.Shift from External to Internal: The episode encourages listeners to shift their focus from external status symbols to internal spiritual growth. True wealth is not measured by material possessions but by the richness of one's spirit and alignment with divine principles.Prudent Investing and Faith: Bishop Barron underscores the importance of prudent, patient investing grounded in faith and trust in divine guidance. While the stock market may fluctuate unpredictably, individuals can exercise control over their reactions and actions, guided by principles of prayer and faith.Seeking the Kingdom of God: Drawing from biblical wisdom, the episode emphasizes the timeless truth of seeking the kingdom of God as the ultimate pursuit. By prioritizing spiritual growth and alignment with divine principles, individuals can experience true abundance and fulfillment.Quotes:"God is not a thing in the world that you can name... I am who I am, which means I'm the Prius that's Augustine's language. I'm prior to thought and to language." - "Your wealth is not determined by what you have in your household but what you have in your spirit... What's the point of being in this world if you don't have God?" - "Seek ye the kingdom of God first and everything else would be given unto you... Make that shift away from the status symbols of cars, clothes, and money." -
Episode Summary: What does Tia Mowry, Britney Spears, Jeannie Mai, Jeezy, Idris, and Lynn Toler have in common? They all are dealing with what happens after divorce. In this episode, we delve into the emotional and spiritual challenges of divorce through the heartfelt testimony of a woman who experienced unexpected marital dissolution. Despite her deep faith, she found herself grappling with anger, confusion, and a sense of betrayal. However, through her journey, she discovered resilience and the power of faith to overcome adversity.Key Takeaways:Unpredictability of Life Events: Life's most significant events, such as marriage, children, and death, can be both predictable and unpredictable. Divorce, in particular, often catches individuals off guard, highlighting the need for emotional and financial preparedness.Coping with Anger and Disappointment: The speaker's raw expression of anger and disappointment towards God reflects the complex emotions experienced during times of crisis. While it's natural to question and express frustration, faith provides a foundation for healing and resilience.Navigating Faith Amidst Challenges: Despite facing immense pain and disillusionment, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith amidst adversity. Through prayer, reflection, and community support, individuals can find solace and strength to navigate life's toughest trials.Financial Preparedness and Protection: Divorce often brings financial challenges, underscoring the importance of proactive planning. Ensuring correct account titling, appointing trusted guardians for minor children, and having early "what if" conversations can mitigate financial risks and safeguard assets.Reclaiming Faith and Hope: While divorce may shake one's faith, it doesn't have to shatter it entirely. With perseverance and a resilient spirit, individuals can emerge from divorce stronger and more grounded in their faith. There is hope for healing and restoration, even in the midst of pain.Quotes:"God can take it. He can take that anger... But I stayed there for a little while." - Reflecting on the struggle to reconcile faith with feelings of anger and betrayal."Divorce was never going to be in the cards for me... How did you let this happen?" - Expressing disbelief and grappling with the unexpected turn of events."Do not lose your faith. You can come back from this... And I have faith in that statement." - Offering encouragement and hope to those facing the challenges of divorce.
Catholic priest Bishop Barron delivers a profound explanation of God as being itself, transcending categorical definitions. He challenges the notion of attempting to confine God within human constructs and relates this concept to the financial world, emphasizing the importance of understanding what can and cannot be controlled.Key Takeaways:God Beyond Categorical Definitions: Bishop Barron's explanation of God as being itself, as opposed to a categorical object, invites listeners to transcend human limitations in understanding the divine. By embracing the concept of God's transcendence, individuals can deepen their spiritual connection and move beyond narrow perceptions.Relating Spiritual Concepts to Finances: The analogy between understanding God and navigating financial principles highlights the importance of discerning what is within one's control. Just as God transcends human understanding, true wealth extends beyond material possessions to encompass spiritual abundance and wisdom.Shift from External to Internal: The episode encourages listeners to shift their focus from external status symbols to internal spiritual growth. True wealth is not measured by material possessions but by the richness of one's spirit and alignment with divine principles.Prudent Investing and Faith: Bishop Barron underscores the importance of prudent, patient investing grounded in faith and trust in divine guidance. While the stock market may fluctuate unpredictably, individuals can exercise control over their reactions and actions, guided by principles of prayer and faith.Seeking the Kingdom of God: Drawing from biblical wisdom, the episode emphasizes the timeless truth of seeking the kingdom of God as the ultimate pursuit. By prioritizing spiritual growth and alignment with divine principles, individuals can experience true abundance and fulfillment.Quotes:"God is not a thing in the world that you can name... I am who I am, which means I'm the Prius that's Augustine's language. I'm prior to thought and to language." - "Your wealth is not determined by what you have in your household but what you have in your spirit... What's the point of being in this world if you don't have God?" - "Seek ye the kingdom of God first and everything else would be given unto you... Make that shift away from the status symbols of cars, clothes, and money." -
10,000 Facts For The Big Game, Psalm 23, Messing Up, Prayer, BONUS CONTENT: Cain/You Made Me Look Stupid; Quotes: “God is going to give me the resources to get through the day.” “Does it come with tokens?” “You now have a chance to experience the depth of God's grace.” “Keep meeting with God.”
In this episode, Daron Earlewine and Darren Cooper discuss the struggle of seeking a relationship with God and the shame that often accompanies it. They explore the concept of feeling safe in God's presence and how shame can hinder our connection with Him. They emphasize the importance of being honest with God and allowing Him to pursue us, reminding listeners that God is near and always ready to meet us where we are. Tune in for an insightful conversation on developing a strong relationship with God. Key Takeaways: Human nature, affected by sin, does not naturally seek God, causing an internal struggle when trying to develop a relationship with the divine. Shame often acts as a powerful deterrent in the pursuit of a deeper connection with God, leading to isolation and disengagement. The practice of vulnerability and honesty in the presence of God can combat feelings of inadequacy and invite his compassionate response. God's continuous pursuit of humanity, despite our flaws, is underscored as a testament to His unwavering love and commitment. Even brief, genuine moments of seeking God amidst a busy or disrupted schedule can be profound and impactful. Quotes: "God comes where he's wanted." "God has been redeeming that from me." "Shame is the emotional engine driving most of your behaviors." "Shame has no place in our relationship." "God comes where he's wanted, but we go where we feel safe." "God is pursuing you." "God is ready to meet you and help you take some steps forward to stay connected." For speaking inquiries, please go to: https://rb.gy/almn79 Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/4qpsgb ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/a9ifwi ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/0is05k Connect with Daron on Social Media: https://www.daronearlewine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/daron.earlewine/ https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine https://twitter.com/daronearlewine https://www.tiktok.com/@daron.earlewine
Guest Bio: Toni Collier is the founder of an international women's organization called Broken Crayons Still Color and helps women process through brokenness and get to healing and hope. Toni is a speaker, host of the Still Coloring podcast, and author of two books: Brave Enough to be Broken and her latest release, a children's book, Broken Crayons Still Color. Toni is teaching people all over the globe that you can be broken and still worthy, or feel unqualified and still be called to do great things. Show Summary: Moxie means “spirit” and “courage,” but to have those things we also need to have grit. Do you consider yourself to be a woman of moxie? Today, Toni Collier is back on God Hears Her to talk with hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins about how we can develop moxie by healing and paying attention to the people around us. Let's dive into learning about “Unshakeable Moxie.” Notes and Quotes: “God is still in the business of creating beauty out of broken things.” —Toni Collier “If God doesn't move this mountain, then He will give you the strength to climb it.” —Toni Collier “God is truly in all the details.” —Toni Collier “The ultimate form of moxie is surrender and releasing control.” —Toni Collier “Comparison will block you from God trying to show you hope.” —Toni Collier “Hope is the belief that things will get better.” —Toni Collier Links: Brave Enough to Be Broken Toni's book: Amazon Broken Crayons Still Color Toni's children's book: Amazon Toni Collier's website: https://www.tonijcollier.com/ Toni's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonijcollier/ God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her email sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast God Hears Her Episode 18 with Toni Collier: https://www.godhearsher.org/podcast/episode-18-how-god-redeems-brokenness Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ Trigger Warning: Sexual abuse mentioned Alcohol and drug abuse mentioned MB01SA9WJXSIAX6
Young Little Disciples, God Has Time, Peeps, Brant Book Interview, Listener Uniform, Masterclass, BONUS CONTENT: The Followership Conference; Quotes: “God is not anxious.” “There are no original ideas anymore.” “I don't know what you have if you don't trust the goodness of God.” “Here's some wires. Here's some trash pipes.” “We're not trying to impress you with us, we're trying to impress you with Him.”
“The Kingdom is the heart and the authority of God, from heaven, on earth, through us.”Rethinking Kingdom in the context of union, understanding the nature of the King, the penal substitutionary atonement heresy, a restorative understanding of the prophetic, how to receive or judge a prophetic word, holding on to what is good, dominion as opposed to domination, in this conversation Dubb Alexander gives insight into Jesus words, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand…God's kingdom is within. Quotes “God has heavenly solutions for every earthly problem.” “If Jesus said that the Father is just like Him, how does that affect your theology?” “You can either agree with the entirety of scripture or you can agree with Jesus, but you cannot agree with them both because they do not agree with each other.” For more on Dubb AlexanderWebsite: www.schoolofkingdom.com For more podcasts go to www.afamilystory.org Please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Podcast intro and outro music by Wilde Assembly
Give God Time, History Segment, Where You're going, Limitations, When To Slump, Microbial Cloud, BONUS CONTENT: Dilemma Street…Parents Living With You; Quotes: “God is going to shape my heart.” “Nothing makes sense without limits in life.” “God's limits are out of love and affection for us.”
Your faith is a foundation for every aspect of life. So when you're not on the same page with your spouse spiritually, it can make marriage more complicated. Dr. Kim has helped couples deal with this situation time and time again, and in today's episode he shares valuable insight into how you can deal with spiritual disunity in your marriage. Episode highlights include: Practical ways to pursue unity when you're not unified on faith The common mistakes Dr. Kim sees spouses make in this situation The major shift your marriage needs to start thriving How to change your focus in order to enjoy your marriage We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! QUOTES “God loves them, and knows them so much better than you do, and He knows what works and doesn't work for that person.” Dr. Kim Kimberling “Just accepting your spouse and not trying to change them is essential. You can't really have a thriving marriage until you make that shift.” - Lindsay Few “Growth hurts, but I'm glad I'm not the same as I was.” - Lindsay Few “My life is so much different and better because I married Nancy, even though some of it was so hard for both of us.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling QUESTIONS FOR YOU Have you let go of trying to change your spouse, and let God take over that job? Pray and ask God: How can I love my spouse well today? MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: When your marriage is struggling, everything feels more overwhelming. We created 21 Prayers for Struggling Marriage to help make praying for your marriage less challenging. God is the one who can change your hearts and your marriage for the better, so inviting him to do those things is the best thing you can do for your marriage. Do you want to reduce unnecessary arguments, decrease stress in your home, develop better understanding & connection with your spouse, or strengthen your bond as a couple? If you do, then our 30-Day Communication Challenge is for you!
The power and impact of words on life and relationships is a profound topic often overlooked.In the King's Council podcast, hosts Rylee Meek and Christian Edwards delve into this subject, exploring the connection between thoughts, words, actions, habits, and destiny. Rylee Meek emphasizes the power of perspective and the importance of effective communication, believing that by changing our language and using words intentionally, we can transform our lives and positively impact those around us. On the other hand, Christian Edwards highlights the immense power of words, referencing biblical examples and acknowledging his struggles with negative speech. He believes changing our thoughts and words can ultimately shape our actions, habits, and destiny.Words have an incredible power to shape our lives and relationships.Key takeaways:Discover how words, as the divine tools of creation, hold the key to transforming your life.Explore how gratitude breathes life, how negativity sows decay, and how indifference leads to ruin.Learn how humor and positivity can help you conquer life's challenges. Discover the true potential of spoken words in boosting your confidence and success. Quotes:"God created through speaking words, right? This is God. He's capable of absolutely anything and everything under the sun and over the sun. He's God, right? Like, anywhere. He could do whatever he wants. He didn't think things into existence. He spoke things into existence. And that right there should tell us enough." - Rylee Meek"The reality is, there is energy, there is power of life, there is power of death in our tongue." - Christian Edwards"For as he thinks in his heart, so he is." - Proverbs 23:7" - Rylee Meek"The favor of God just chases me down. I can't even get away from it." - Christian Edwards -Join the King's Council Community: https://joinkingscouncil.com/Follow King's Council: https://www.instagram.com/kingscouncilcommunity/Follow Rylee: https://www.instagram.com/theryleemeek/Follow Christian: https://www.instagram.com/christian_edwards01/Subscribe to YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@KingsCouncilCoachingWednesday morning Bible Study link: www.kingscouncilbiblestudy.comGet your copy of “The Kingdom Entrepreneur: The 7-Day Blueprint” here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Entrepreneur-Blueprint-Proven-Template/dp/B0BHY53H23
In this episode, Daron Earlywine discusses the concept of peace and how Jesus is the embodiment of peace. He emphasizes that Jesus is not just a set of rules or a plan, but a person who brings peace to the world. Daron explores the tension between the promise of peace and the reality of struggles in life. He explains that peace is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of love. Daron also highlights the importance of receiving and bringing God's peace in our lives and the world around us. Key Takeaways: Jesus is the solution for the problems in the world, and his arrival brings peace. Peace is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of love. We receive peace by accepting Jesus into our lives and experiencing his presence, provision, and protection. As followers of Jesus, we are called to bring his peace to the world and be peacemakers. Quotes: "God's solution for the problems in this world wasn't a list of rules, wasn't six, seven pillars of whatever. God's solution was a person. It was Jesus." "Peace is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of love." "When we can experience the depth of the presence of Jesus in our soul, in our heart and our mind and our strength, what happens is that inner peace begins to spill out into the people around us." "If you have insulated your life in light and you have no influential relationships with anyone who lives in darkness, what may be happening to you is you become used to what it's like to be in just a peaceful environment." "Begin to bring the peace of God to the chaos around you. Peace on earth. We need it now, receive it, and then bring it to the world." For speaking inquiries, please go to: https://rb.gy/almn79 Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/4qpsgb ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/a9ifwi ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ https://rb.gy/0is05k Connect with Daron on Social Media: https://www.daronearlewine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/daron.earlewine/ https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine https://twitter.com/daronearlewine https://www.tiktok.com/@daron.earlewine
Gratitude, Masterclass, Social Tip, You Know How It Ends, Bruce The Cat, Older Musicians, God Giving Us What We Want, BONUS CONTENT: BIG BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT; Quotes: “God has always been faithful to me.” “He sounds like a chicken.” There are people who don't want you to be grateful.”
Just like you can set your mantra on your breath, God has set everything that is for you on (t)His Frequency. You just have to breathe It in, feel It into being, Love It into being, appreciate It into being, in-joy it into being, by simply enjoying (t)His Frequency right now. Not turning to receive another frequency that feels more urgent, more pressing, staying right here with Me, fully aware that other frequencies (seem to) exist, that other things may be calling your name, but you can attend to those things, to those ones from this Frequency. You don't have to turn your attention away from this Love to give attention to something else. You can give attention to that thing, to that task, while remaining here, feeling like you are, being like you are, smiling like you are. This is how you Live. I Love You I Am You nik To claim your free gift, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it and send it to me at nikki@curlynikki.com! Join us on Patreon to support the show, and tune into and participate in live video Q&As with me! Support the show Quotes: "God's timing is never late. We simply expect Him to be early." -@worthyofgrace "God's grace flows in a never ending stream.You have to prepare your mind to become a suitable instrument and then receive it."- Amma "When the Master of the Universe came into my body temple, my heart forgot to beat, and all the cells of my body forgot their duties. They were transfixed, listening to the voice of Life Immortal - the Lover of all life, the Life of all lives. My heart, my brain, all the cells of my being were electrified, immortalized with His Presence. Such is the love of the Lord." -Paramahansa Yogananda "The mountains melt like wax before the LORD, before the Lord of all the earth."-Psalm 97:5
You're only 'wanting' when you're not 'Being', when you're not 'Shreeming'. The Sound of Silence is the sound of Abundance. So keep your inner ear on the Sound, your inner eye on the Field, your felt- 'I' in Love, and behold the Harvest. I Love you, Nik nikki@curlynikki.com "Don't you have a saying, ‘It's still four months until harvest'? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest." -John 4:35 राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम To claim your free gift, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it and send it to me at nikki@curlynikki.com! Join us on Patreon to support the show, and tune into and participate in live video Q&As with me! Support the show Today's Quotes: "God is a word that points to the experience of unbounded silence, absolute reality and ineffable love." -Isha Das "Why were we given the gift of speech? To give voice to God's unspoken words." -Isha Das "I feel the Love of God within me now." -A Course in Miracles "The most important thing you manage is your own energy.: -@Enlightenment_tao_zen via IG "Humble yourself, you'll grow greater than the world. Your Self will be revealed to you, without you." -Rumi
Regrets, Fun-Flation, God Makes A Way (Write It Down) Guys' Reaction Time, Gratitude, Uno No Mercy, News, Trust God/Eternal Life, Grace & Truth, Ask For Mercy, Repentance, Arnold Schwarzenegger; Quotes: “God is a master artist.” “In-spir-larious sounds like an in-house word.” “God has always come through.” “Focus on the people that come across your path today.”
Guest Bio: Jess Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host at Coffee with Caregivers, associate producer of the Unseen documentary, and caregiver advocate. She is the founder and executive director of The Lucas Project, a non-profit dedicated to providing recognition, resources, and respite support for special needs families. She and her husband Ryan live in Michigan with their eight children, including their son Lucas who has profound disabilities. Her story of beauty from ashes has been shared on The Today Show, Daily Mail, and Huffington Post and is detailed in her memoir Sunlight Burning at Midnight. Show Summary: Jesus tells us that we will have struggles in our lives. What do we do while we're facing those struggles? Jess Ronne is an example of someone who faces trouble with grit and determination. She did not give up in the face of many challenges and because of it she now has a non-profit that helps caregivers like her. During this conversation on God Hears Her, join Jess as she shares her story with hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins. Notes and Quotes: “God and I have gone through a lot of wrestling together with anger.” –Jess Ronne “I'm a doer, and when I see a problem I say, ‘How are we going to fix this?'” –Jess Ronne “It's an honor to do this work, but we all need breaks.” –Jess Ronne “I don't want to be his forever caregiver, I want to be his mom.” –Jess Ronne “The child is only as healthy as the caregiver.” –Jess Ronne “I don't think grief ever really ends, it just looks different.” –Jess Ronne “We weren't necessarily made for this world, we were made for something better.” –Jess Ronne Verses: Job 33:12 Links: The Lucas Project: https://thelucasproject.org/about/ Jess's Website: www.jessplusthemess.com God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ MB01SZFBGUPWGDH
Original airdate: 4/23/2023 You read about Me. You share about Me. Sometimes you even believe in Me, but you still don't trust Me. What you call faith is often just distraction, from the appearances, with other appearances. True Faith is when you face the problem, the appearance, and all you see is My Face, all you hear is My Voice, all you feel is My Promise. That's the difference between yesterday and today- LOVE, sustained. "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His Love endures forever." -Psalm 136:1 ******** Today's Practice: Instead of Where's Waldo, keep asking, 'where's Jesus'? Where's the Christ? And keep seeing It shining through appearances, as appearances, as you. I Love you, Nik To claim your free gift, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it and send it to me at nikki@curlynikki.com! Join us on Patreon to support the show, and tune into and participate in live video Q&As with me! Support the show राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम राम Today's Quotes: "God, may I focus more on what I'm trying to get to, than on where I'm trying to get away from." -@Dayal.gauranga "Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, That my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, That my work, too, may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, That I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, To defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, That I always may be holy." -St. Augustine "When the Lord God, the Holy Spirit, visits us [he says] and comes to us in the fuliness of his ineffable goodness, then we have to stop praying and refrain from prayer itself. The praying soul speaks and offers up words, but at the descent of the Holy Spirit it must be utterly silent so that it can clearly hear and truly understand the words of eternal life which the Spirit condescends to bring to it." -St Seraphim of Sarov "The will of God will never take you where the grace of God won't sustain you." -Unknown "We live in a Christ-soaked universe that is pulling us into the abundant, resurrection life of Jesus. We can either let go and trust the process or we can resist and suffer. Either way, death is the inevitable entryway into resurrection life." -Brandy Anderson "Just because something hasn't manifested, doesn't mean it can't. You are not miles away from what you want, and you are not years, or hours, or months, or weeks away from what you want. You're only vibrations away from what you want." - Esther Hicks "If you can recognize and accept your pain without running away from it, you will discover that although pain is there, joy can also be there at the same time." - Thich Nhat Hanh, No Mud, No Lotus "God desires to give us everything we just have to be empty enough to receive it." -Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Support the show Beginning Aug 7, 2023 - 'GoOD Mornings with CurlyNikki' will host pre and post roll ads within the back catalogue.
Right now, where you are, only God is breathing. That Breath is how He sounds in this moment. That is His form. You are His form. His hands. His feet. His mouth. Feed us today. We need your Energy. We need that Peace you're carrying, that Joy that only you can give. Don't withhold It from anyone. We all need It. We all need You, just as You are. You already made it. I Love You I Am You nik To claim your free gift, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it and send it to me at nikki@curlynikki.com! Join us on Patreon to support the show, and tune into and participate in live video Q&As with me! Support the show ******************************** Today's Quotes: "God's plan for your life far exceeds the circumstances of your day." - @worthyofgrace via IG "Maharajji had breathed me into a place of calm and peace and stillness. He was huge. There was no place that He was not." - Krishna Das "I was first led to say; 'I have never seen a thing without seeing God behind it, then to say which is closer to the truth: I have never seen a thing without seeing God with it, then finally to say 'I have never seen a thing without seeing God before it. Now I can only say, He He He."- ibn Sab'in "To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders." - Lao Tzu "A God-ordained transition season is rarely comfortable, but what it never lacks is peace."-@worthyofgrace via IG "Your Relief is written, Don't lose hope. Your miracle will happen. It will all happen unexpectedly and you will wonder at how everything worked out for you, You will be amazed at how Allah answered your dua. So don't worry about your prayers, they are not going unheard. Trust Him." -@ownthoughts_24 via IG "This inner Grace appears as love in our hearts and as food on our table. It satisfies our every need without our taking thought. It creates in us an awareness of "My Kingdom"." -Virginia Stephenson "Sometimes you are so focused on the future that vou don't realize you're in the middle of what vou used to pray for." - @trustgodbro via IG "I am who I am, and that is enough." - Bashar
Guest Bio: Amy Boucher Pye is an author, speaker, retreat leader, and spiritual director. She's the author of six books, including Transforming Love: How Friendship with Jesus Changes Us and 7 Ways to Pray. She writes for Our Daily Bread and other devotional publications and has an MA in Christian spirituality from the University of London. She lives with her family in north London. Show Summary: Have you ever heard the phrase, you become like the people you spend the most time with? Friendships are really important, but if we're not careful, we may become close with people who influence us in a negative way. Do you have close friends that uplift and encourage you? Do you feel like you have a friendship with Jesus? Author Amy Boucher Pye wants to help us learn how to have a close friendship with God to experience the transforming power of His love. Join Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins as they learn how to have a close friendship with Jesus. Notes and Quotes: “God works through… our desires, and He transforms us through the Holy Spirit.” —Amy Boucher Pye “God is so gentle, He corrects us even when we get it wrong.” —Amy Boucher Pye “[Jesus] wants to slake your thirst, and He will.” —Amy Boucher Pye “Jesus is with us now, here, too and He takes us on this journey of change and transformation.” —Amy Boucher Pye “We go and grab for the things that are physical to remedy something that is an eternal experience.” —Eryn Adkins “You may have turned away from God, but He is right there.” —Elisa Morgan “Love can be very uncomfortable.” —Eryn Adkins “God has put these desires in us and He wants us to be fully who we are so that we can love the world, so that He can love the world through us.” —Amy Boucher Pye Verses: Psalm 23 Luke 10:38—42 John 11 Matthew 19:16—22 Links: Transforming Love by Amy Boucher Pye: https://amyboucherpye.com/books/transforming-love-how-friendship-with-jesus-changes-us/ God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/ MB01WRXGDYTLB3R
God & Wrath, Anxiety, Weeds, National Days, Friend of Sinners, Shock Jock, Being A Good Person, Pop-Up Ads, BONUS CONTENT: Charlie Brown & The Football; Quotes: “God can be trusted with His wrath.” “Let God take anxiety off your plate.” “We can all start learning and obeying better.”
Long Red Light, Prayer, Peace, Love Your Enemies, Jesus Smartest, Shock Jock, Keep Battling, Gluten Free, Masterclass, BONUS CONTENT: Feeling A Little Bit Famous; Quotes: “God's arrangement for our work relationship together is prayer.” “Peace is not the absence of conflict.” “You can't pretend you're this perfect person.” “Hold your emotions up to the light.”
Simply thinking, 'the Presence goes before me', is not enough.You have to listen for that Presence,feel for It.In the feeling of It, It has already 'gone before you to make the crooked places straight',It's healing what's behind you,and It's where and what you are presently, performing miracles.When you stay with Him.He stays with you.In you.As you.Consciously.I Love you,Niknikki@curlynikki.comSupport the show!▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmorningsToday's Quotes: “God is compassion. He is waiting at the door of every heart. He is an uninvited guest everywhere, because whether you call Him or not, He is there. Whether you are a believer or a nonbeliever, He is within you uninvited. Behind every form, behind everything, God is hiding. He beautifies things and makes them what they are. He is the hidden formula of life. But He won't reveal Himself to you. You won't feel Him unless you call Him. Prayer is the invitation. You must invoke Him through prayer and meditation. Chanting, singing and repeating the mantra are invitations, asking God to reveal Himself.”-Amma "The Presence does go before you, and It “makes the crooked places straight”—if you have the conscious awareness of the Presence. There are persons all over the world declaring, “The Presence goes before me,” and It does not do a single thing for them. No, no, the Presence does not go before you just because you declare some words, nor is God consciously present with you just because you declare It.God is an experience. God must be experienced, and we experience God through our meditation. I am not saying meditation is the only way to have the experience. There are people on earth who have never meditated who have a conscious awareness of the presence of God all the time. But those who have not had the experience of the presence of God have not lived, and if they have not experienced the presence of God, it is because they have not specifically known the truth and then gone to the source where God is to be found.Do you understand now what I mean when I point out there must be discipline and a declaration or statement of truth, a realization of truth, and yet, in the same breath, I say that when you get to the point of prayer or treatment, you do not need words or thoughts? Let this be clear to you. Do not hesitate about it, because it is very important."-Joel S. Goldsmith: The Only Freedom. Chapter Six; The Discipline of Knowing The Truth; Practice Is Essential; Kindle: location pp 99"We've been together for a while nowWe're growing stronger everyday nowIt feels so good and there's no doubtI will stay with you as each morning brings the sunriseAnd the flowers bloom in springtimeOn my love you can relyAnd I'll stay with youOh I'll stay with you through the ups and the downsOh I'll stay with you when no one else is aroundAnd when the dark clouds ariseI will stay by your sideI know we'll be alrightI will stay with you."-John Legend, Stay With You"The God Who Stays"-Matthew West "When you are faced with the Fact, thought does not operate."-J Krishnamurti, Meeting Life Support the show
Mother's Day, Jesus/Patience, Shock Jock, Don't Give Up, Hypocrisy, AI, Taking Correction, Jesus/Our Thoughts, Dad Said, Shame, Nighthawk, BONUS CONTENT: Reevaluating The Top Down Model; Quotes: “God waits for us to turn towards Him.” “Let's get out of it here…” “God changes you over time.” “The nighthawk show is now on.”