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It's Monday, May 11th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigeria's $10 million genocide cover-up A disturbing new report from International Christian Concern highlights how Nigeria's government is weaponizing misinformation to hide a decades-long campaign of violence against Christians. Written by ICC Fellow Justin Joseph, “Nigeria's $10 Million Genocide Cover-Up” reveals how power, politics, and propaganda are fueling a human catastrophe. Since 2009, at least 190,150 Nigerians — 128,750 of whom were Christians — have been murdered in ethno-religious killings, with the slaughter escalating in 2026. Yet, instead of addressing the crisis, officials are spinning a dangerous narrative. During meetings with other heads of state, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu claims the terrorism plaguing his nation stems solely from climate change and regional instability. Researchers have repeatedly debunked this reasoning, pointing to the targeting of Christian communities. Tinubu's administration has launched a $10 million lobbying front to silence human rights accountability in the U.S. and whitewash the genocide of Nigerian Christians. Prosperity gospel champion Joni Lamb died Joni Lamb, a Prosperity Gospel enthusiast and co-founder of the Daystar Television Network, died on May 7th at the age of 65, reports Christian Daily. Lamb had been privately battling serious health issues before suffering a recent back injury that significantly worsened her condition in recent days. Founded in 1993 alongside her late husband, Marcus Lamb, Daystar Television grew from a small Christian television station into one of the world's largest Christian broadcasting networks, with 100 stations worldwide, employing 300 staff, and bringing in $100 million annually. On December 1, 2010, Marcus Lamb confessed on Daystar Television to having had an affair which Joni initially described, reported ABC News. JONI LAMB: “Several years ago, Marcus and I went through a challenge in our marriage. I discovered that he was having an emotional relationship, if you will, with someone. It had turned into an improper relationship.” MARCUS LAMB: “I take 100% responsibility. Joni has no blame. The other person doesn't have any blame. It's all --- I don't even blame the devil. It's all on me. ”I'm so sorry. I've asked God to forgive me. Years ago, I asked my precious Joni. And when with this first came out, I said to her, I said, ‘Honey, I only want us to stay together if we really love one another, not for the ministry's sake, not even for our kids' sake. Ladies and gentlemen, I love this woman.” The reason they announced this affair is because they were being threatened with blackmail. JONI LAMB: “There actually are three people who were not involved in what we're talking about today or affected by our marital challenge. They're now saying, that unless Daystar pays them $7.5 million, that they're going to take our story, that we just shared with you, to the media.” MARCUS LAMB: “You see these three people, that Joni shared with you, they're trying to take our pain and turn it to their gain. Ladies and gentlemen, we're not going to take God's money and pay to keep from being, uh, humiliated, I guess, or exposed or exploited, whatever you want to call it.” Subsequently, Marcus died at the age of 64 on November 30, 2021 after contracting COVID-19. According to MinistryWatch, in 2020, the ministry used a $3.9 million Paycheck Protection Program loan, offered to pay the salaries of employees, to buy a private airplane, which the family used for vacations, reported Inside Edition. That loan was reportedly paid back after Inside Edition began asking questions about it. Over the years, Joni Lamb became one of the most recognizable faces in Christian media.  Unfortunately, Daystar frequently featured prosperity-oriented themes such as: financial blessing tied to faith and giving, “seed faith” donations, and testimonies of material and personal success through faith. Joni and her late husband Marcus Lamb regularly hosted ministers connected to the Prosperity Gospel movement, including: Creflo Dollar Jesse Duplantis Paula White and Benny Hinn James 3:1 says, “My brethren, let not many of you become teachers, knowing that we shall receive a stricter judgment.” And, in another controversy involving Daystar Television, Joni's son, Jonathan, claimed that his mother covered up the sexual abuse of his 5-year-old daughter by a relative, according to the Roys Report. While Jonathan had been Daystar Television's vice president, he was demoted to a manager position for refusing to sign a non-disclosure agreement.  On May 8th, The Economic Times reported that Joni's daughter-in-law, Suzy, who is married to Jonathan, stated online, “We weren't informed of anything,” claiming relatives knew Joni Lamb was dying the night before her death but “didn't call Jonathan to come say goodbye.” Joni Lamb is survived by her second husband, Doug Weiss, and her three children — Jonathan, Rachel, and Rebecca. Pastor Sam Allberry resigns after “inappropriate” relationship with man And finally, a Tennessee pastor and advocate for Christians who suffer from so-called “same-sex attraction” has stepped down after revealing an “inappropriate” relationship with a man some years ago, reports Beliefnet.com. Pastor Sam Allberry, author of Is God Anti-Gay?, stepped down from his position as an associate pastor at Immanuel Church Nashville, a nondenominational, independent congregation after what the church called “a serious breach of trust.” In a statement put out by the church elders, it stated Allberry had informed the church in 2024 of an “inappropriate relationship” with a man in 2022. The statement noted that the relationship had concluded prior to Allberry being called to his position in the church in 2023. At the time, the church stated it conducted a “thorough investigation” of the relationship and concluded that it was not “disqualifying” for the position. In a February 15, 2017 statement, Sam Allberry said this. ALLBERRY: “Sam Allberry, Oxford. I am same-sex attracted and have been my entire life. By that I mean that I have sexual, romantic and deep emotional attractions to people of the same sex. “I choose to describe myself this way because sexuality is not a matter of identity for me, and that has become good news. My primary sense of worth and fulfillment as a human being is not contingent on being romantically or sexually fulfilled, and this is liberating. “The most fully human and complete person who ever lived was Jesus Christ. He never married, He was never in a romantic relationship, and never had sex. If we say these things are intrinsic to human fulfillment, we are calling our Savior, subhuman.” When news broke last week about Sam Allberry's inappropriate relationship with a man, The Gospel Coalition, a group of pastors and churches that “put the Gospel of Jesus Christ at the center of all activities,” immediately announced that it would be removing all of Sam Allberry's content from its website and channels. By contrast, Living Out, the organization co-founded by Allberry to encourage Christians to “live out their sexuality and identity in ways that enable all to flourish in Christ-like faithfulness,” took a different position. In an online statement, they confirmed that Allberry's “many past contributions to this site retain their value, and they will not be taken down”, adding that the organization “exists because of people like Sam, for people like Sam.” Four Christian leaders most closely associated with Sam Alberry include Ray Ortlund, Russell Moore, Preston Sprinkle, and the late Ravi Zacharias. Romans 1:24, 26-28 says, “Therefore, God gave them over in the sinful desires of their hearts to sexual impurity for the degrading of their bodies with one another. … “Because of this, God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women exchanged natural sexual relations for unnatural ones. In the same way, the men also abandoned natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another. Men committed shameful acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error. “Furthermore, just as they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, so God gave them over to a depraved mind, so that they do what ought not to be done.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, May 11th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Life is short, but life is GOOD – and it's high time we enjoyed it. This week, Steve and the gang have a bracing conversation with pastor/author Ray Ortlund about a surprising lesson from Ecclesiastes. The post Ray Ortlund | Eat, Drink, & Be Merry | Steve Brown, Etc. appeared first on Key Life.

Life is short, but life is GOOD – and it's high time we enjoyed it. This week, Steve and the gang have a bracing conversation with pastor/author Ray Ortlund about a surprising lesson from Ecclesiastes. The post Ray Ortlund | Eat, Drink, Be Merry | Steve Brown, Etc. appeared first on Key Life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1544/29?v=20251111

In this episode, Ray Ortlund makes the case for enjoying life. Ray Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries, the pastor to pastors at Immanuel Church in Nashville, and a canon theologian with the Anglican Church in North America. He is the author of several books, including 'Eat, Drink, and Be Merry: A Gospel Call to Bold Enjoyment' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Ray Ortlund on Recording the Entire ESV Bible: 'An Epic Experience of the Bible in Its Totality'":⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show.

Scripture: Genesis 2:15–25 “So, in the one-flesh union of marriage... the married couple comes together completely, as long as they both shall live. In real terms, two selfish me's start learning to think like one unified us, building a new life together with one total everything: one story, one purpose, one reputation, one bed, one suffering, one budget, one family, and so forth. Marriage removes all barriers and replaces them with a comprehensive oneness. It is this all-encompassing unity that sets marriage apart as marriage, more profound than even the most intense friendship.— Ray Ortlund, Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel. + Relational Oneness: A Superlative Love“A husband must do his best to see that no one know his wife's faults but himself and God. He should be unwilling to voice them to anyone but God, to pray that she may be pardoned for them and reformed from them. Likewise, a wife must do her best to keep her husband's struggles and sins to herself, as matters of prayer and not gossip. Neither spouse should be surprised by the sins of the other, for each of them is well aware of their own sins. Can it be helpful to uncover faults in public and fling mud in each other's face? Will this help a husband reform or a wife to repent? And which is more displayed in such a case, the spouse's faults and weaknesses or the gossip's unkindness, indiscretion, backbiting, and folly? Does not the family dog behave better than this when it barks at strangers but not at members of the family?” – Joel Beeke, Purtians on Marital Love. + Spiritual Oneness: A Spiritual LoveHebrews 3:13 NIVHebrews 10:24 NIV“…especially to be helpers of each other's salvation: to stir up each other to faith, love, and obedience, and good works: to warn and help each other against sin, and all temptations: to join in God's worship in the family, and in private: to prepare each other for the approach of death, and comfort each other in the hopes of life eternal.” – Richard Baxter + Physical Oneness: A Sexual Love Matthew 12:20 NIV Proverbs 5:15–20 NIV

Gavin Ortlund and his dad, Ray Ortlund, discuss the vital role of enjoying God's gifts in living a flourishing Christian life.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

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QUOTES FOR REFLECTION “There is a price to pay for speaking the truth. There is a bigger price for living a lie.”~Cornel West, philosopher, theologian and activist “Everyone is a moon, and has a dark side which he never shows to anybody.”~Mark Twain (1835-1910), from his 1897 travelogue Following the Equator “Amiable agnostics will talk cheerfully about ‘man's search for God.' To me, as I then was, they might as well have talked about the mouse's search for the cat.”~C.S. Lewis (1898-1963), writer, professor, and literary scholar “The Bible is the perpetual motion of the spirit, an ocean of meaning, its waves beating against man's abrupt and steep shortcomings, its echo reaching into the blind alleys of his wrestling with despair.”~Abraham Joshua Heschel (1907-1972), Polish-born rabbi-theologian in God in Search of Man “The pharisee within usurps my true self whenever I prefer appearances to reality, whenever I am afraid of God, whenever I surrender the control of my soul to rules rather than risk living in union with Jesus, when I choose to look good and not be good, when I prefer appearances to reality.”~Brennan Manning (1934-2013), author and former priest “There is a vast difference between self-conviction and Holy Spirit-conviction. When God convicts, He gets specific with us about our sin… He uses specific Scriptures. And His kindness toward us leads to a hopeful conclusion of repentance and dependence. Self-conviction, and the conviction of the enemy, on the other hand, is wide-ranging, condemning, and defeatist. It leads back to self: ‘Try harder and do better' … It will lead us right back where we started – awash in guilt and condemnation.”~Christine Hoover, author and speaker “If Jesus is a wonderful Savior in every way except where we are the most hypocritical, then He is no Savior for us.”~Ray Ortlund, author and minister “God's righteousness compels him... to have to judge the guilty. But then he offers forgiveness and says ‘I will not judge you according to your works.' So... he sends his Son... so that now when he calls you his own... he has not compromised his righteousness.”~Jackie Hill Perry, poet, writer, and hip-hop artistSERMON PASSAGERomans 3:1-9 (ESV)Romans 2 17 But if you call yourself a Jew and rely on the law and boast in God 18 and know his will and approve what is excellent, because you are instructed from the law; 19 and if you are sure that you yourself are a guide to the blind, a light to those who are in darkness, 20 an instructor of the foolish, a teacher of children, having in the law the embodiment of knowledge and truth— 21 you then who teach others, do you not teach yourself? While you preach against stealing, do you steal? 22 You who say that one must not commit adultery, do you commit adultery? You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? 23 You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. 24 For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.” 25 For circumcision indeed is of value if you obey the law, but if you break the law, your circumcision becomes uncircumcision. 26 So, if a man who is uncircumcised keeps the precepts of the law, will not his uncircumcision be regarded as circumcision? 27 Then he who is physically uncircumcised but keeps the law will condemn you who have the written code and circumcision but break the law. 28 For no one is a Jew who is merely one outwardly, nor is circumcision outward and physical. 29 But a Jew is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the letter. His praise is not from man but from God.Romans 3 1 Then what advantage has the Jew? Or what is the value of circumcision? 2 Much in every way. To begin with, the Jews were entrusted with the oracles of God. 3 What if some were unfaithful? Does their faithlessness nullify the faithfulness of God? 4 By no means! Let God be true though every one were a liar, as it is written, “That you may be justified in your words,        and prevail when you are judged.” 5 But if our unrighteousness serves to show the righteousness of God, what shall we say? That God is unrighteous to inflict wrath on us? (I speak in a human way.) 6 By no means! For then how could God judge the world? 7 But if through my lie God's truth abounds to his glory, why am I still being condemned as a sinner? 8 And why not do evil that good may come?—as some people slanderously charge us with saying. Their condemnation is just. 9 What then? Are we Jews any better off? No, not at all. For we have already charged that all, both Jews and Greeks, are under sin….

Today on this episode of the Other Six, we dive into the beautiful and comforting truth that “all God's children live loved” and ask a defining question: Do you relate to God more as Father or as Master? We unpack the adoption language of the First Epistle of John and explore whether being a child of God is merely a legal status, a relational reality, or a transformative identity that reshapes how we see obedience, sanctification, and assurance. How do we reconcile John's words about ongoing sin in chapter 1 with his bold claim in chapter 3 that no one born of God keeps on sinning? What's the difference between falling into sin and making a practice of it, and where is the line between struggle and rebellion? We also reflect on a powerful quote from Ray Ortlund about the family culture of God's people and discuss how to pursue righteousness without shame-based pressure. If obedience has ever felt like fear-driven performance rather than loving surrender, this conversation will help reframe it through the lens of adoption, reminding us that in Christ, we don't obey to become loved, we obey because we already are.

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Psalm 23 | Ray Ortlund | 1 February 2026

Sink into a conversation for anyone whispering, “How do I keep going when I'm out of answers?” Ray and Jani Ortlund explore the fierce "good news at rock bottom" — where masks fall, community becomes real, and hope grows stubborn. It's tender, honest, and quietly defiant — an invitation to breathe again when life feels unlivable. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29?v=20251111

Sink into a conversation for anyone whispering, “How do I keep going when I'm out of answers?” Ray and Jani Ortlund explore the fierce "good news at rock bottom" — where masks fall, community becomes real, and hope grows stubborn. It's tender, honest, and quietly defiant — an invitation to breathe again when life feels unlivable. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29?v=20251111

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When the world feels unsettled and family life feels small — pastor, author, and ministry leader Ray Ortlund and his wife Jani tip our eyes toward eternity. From Beatles concerts to bedtime prayers, they trace 54 years of everyday love, sharing God's breathtaking promise to bless families “to a thousand generations.” If you've ever wondered whether your family life matters in eternity, these episodes will renew your courage — and your awe. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29?v=20251111

Born to Change the World | Week 2 | The Promise of Christmas | Pastor Tyler Sollie | Life Center Tacoma Long before the world saw the MANGER, God promised a MESSIAH. Isaiah 9:2-7 (CSB) The promise came in an UNEXPECTED PACKAGE Galatians 4:4-5 (CSB) “God's answer to everything that has ever terrorized us is a child…His answer to the bullies swaggering through history is not to become an even bigger bully. His answer is Jesus.” -Ray Ortlund, Jr. The promise has YOUR NAME on it The promise was brought to COMPLETION through God's ZEAL

09/25/2025 - Ray Ortlund -on the good news of finding God when you're at rock bottom

Rick Lawrence, author of "Editing Jesus," talks about the uneasiness we often experience as those who make reference to God's word in our civil religion, but not remembering that Scripture is ulitmately about Jesus, and reverse-engineer our understanding of it through Him. Do you feel your at rock bottom?  Is life worth living? Do you have any hope? Ray Orlund of Renewal Ministries talks around his new book "Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost."  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The Keswick Convention podcast 2025 meets some of the speakers and seminar leaders to unpack the content and topics that feature at this year's Convention, where the big theme is ‘Transformed'.Hosted by Graham Albans and Matt Holden.Sam Allberry & Ray Ortlund - Can God make us a better church?Sam Allberry is the Associate Pastor at Immanuel Nashville. Ray Ortlund is the President of Renewal Ministries, a Canon Theologian in The Anglican Church in North America, and a founding member of The Council of The Gospel Coalition. Their book 'You're Not Crazy' is scripture-focused advice on honesty, honour, preaching, leadership and mission to help weary leaders renew their love for ministry.Sam and Ray will deliver a seminar series titled ‘Transformed culture: ‘You're not crazy' during Week 3 of the 2025 Convention, as well as the Sunday and Monday Evening Celebration talks.Visit the Convention: 2025 Convention: Transformed - Keswick MinistriesBOOKSBooks mentioned in this episode:Ray Ortlund & Sam Allberry - You're Not CrazyTim Keller - Prodigal GodFrancis Schaeffer - The Lords Work In The Lords Way10ofThose have kindly provided a discount code for listeners of this podcast, and a link to find all the titles mentioned in this series. Simply visit https://uk.10ofthose.com/partners/keswick-podcast and use the discount code: Keswick5Support the showThe Keswick Convention is free to attend, and will be running between 12th July and 1st August 2025. Find out more: 2025 Convention: Transformed - Keswick Ministries Visit the Keswick Ministries website for talks, resource and events.

“If we have love but not wisdom, we will harm people with the best of intentions. If we have courage but not wisdom, we will blunder boldly. If we have truth but not wisdom, we will make the Gospel ugly to other people. If we have technology but not wisdom, we will use the best communications ever invented to broadcast stupidity.”- Ray Ortlund

How do you hold on to faith when life falls apart?   Pastor and author Ray Ortlund joins host Curtis Chang for a wide-ranging, honest conversation about suffering, betrayal, regret, and even death—drawing from personal stories and the powerful promise of Isaiah 57:15. From the fractures of the global church to intimate heartbreak, Curtis and Ray explore how spiritual honesty, resurrection hope, the Psalms, and lived community can sustain us through rock-bottom moments. If you're facing pain, loss, or doubt, Ray offers a faithful roadmap toward healing and hope.   Donate to Redeeming Babel   Resources mentioned in this episode: John Wesley's Rules for Small Groups Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Life Together (pdf) A discussion on John Wesley's theology of dying Isaiah 57:15 ESV Matthew 5:10-12 NIRV Philippians 2:12-13 ESV   More From Ray Ortlund: Ray Ortlund's Good News at Rock Bottom Ray Ortlund & Sam Alberry's podcast: You're Not Crazy  Ray Ortlund's Renewal Ministries Follow Ray Ortlund on Instagram Follow Ray Ortlund on Bluesky   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   Sign up: Redeeming Babel Newsletter    

What if rock bottom isn't the end of the story, but the place where grace runs deepest? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ray Ortlund about the kind of suffering that strips us bare—and the kind of Savior who meets us there. We dig into betrayal, isolation, and the painful honesty of self-examination. Ray shares wisdom from his new book, Good News at Rock Bottom, reminding us that Christianity doesn't offer a shallow fix—but a Redeemer who walks with us through the wreckage. If you've ever felt like your faith is hanging by a thread, this conversation is for you.Buy Ray's Book:Good News at Rock BottomFollow Ray:InstagramSign up for weekly emails at RebeccaMcLaughlin.org/SubscribeFollow Confronting Christianity:Instagram | XProduced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠

We all long for a life worth living. So when we receive news of a frightening diagnosis, suffer heartbreaking loss in our family life, or get trapped in a cycle of our own sin, we might wonder about God. Where is He when we need Him most?In this episode Ray explains that Jesus can be hard to find in the comfortable lives we prefer. Instead, He meets us at rock bottom―where He is waiting for us with open arms. If you're facing hardship or heartbreak, here is some good news — the Man of Sorrows is there to meet you where you need Him most.Matt and Ray talk about “Good News at Rock Bottom” as well as Ray's “Jesus Revolution” days in California in the 70's and their sense that renewal is coming again; his book The Death of Porn and why porn is a justice issue; and how gospel culture is the necessary and beautiful expression of gospel doctrine in our lives and churches.ABOUTRay Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries, the pastor to pastors at Immanuel Church in Nashville, and a canon theologian with the Anglican Church in North America.He is a contributor to the ESV Study Bible (the study Bible Matt recommends most!) and the author of several books, including:Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems LostThe Death of Porn: Men of Integrity Building a World of NobilityYou're Not Crazy: Gospel Sanity for Weary Christians (co-authored with fellow Deep Thoughts guest Sam Allberry)To The Tenth Generation: God's Heart for Your Family, Far into the Future (co-authored with his wife Jani)The Gospel: How the Church Portrays the Beauty of Christ Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel

The desperation of rock bottom is where God meets you with good news. Ray Ortlund joins the show to discuss his new book. https://www.crossway.org/books/good-news-at-rock-bottom-tpb/ - Website: cfc.sebts.edu - Contact us: cfc.sebts.edu/about/contact-us/ - Support the work of the Center: cfc.sebts.edu/about/give/ All opinions and views expressed by guest speakers are solely their own. They do not speak for nor represent SEBTS. Read our expressed views and confessions: www.sebts.edu/about/what_we_believe.aspx

What happens when everything you've built crumbles beneath your feet?  In this personal and open conversation, pastor Ray Ortlund talks about what he's learned from unexpected losses, crushed hopes, and discarded dreams. Moore and Ortlund discuss how to get through those moments when faith is tested beyond what seems bearable—and they talk about the surprising joy that emerges on the other side. Resources mentioned in this episode or recommended by the guest include: Good News at Rock Bottom By Ray Ortlund Special offer for listeners of The Russell Moore Show: Click here for 25% off a subscription to CT magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you feel your at rock bottom?  Is life worth living? Do you have any hope? Ray Orlund of Renewal Ministries talks around his new book "Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost."  This conversation causes Carmen to reflect on the epidemic of hidden hurt many Christians have.  Can you be their friend?  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

In this episode, Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Sam Allberry to discuss a key aspect of identity and self-worth, focusing on how our understanding of being ""in Christ"" reshapes how we view ourselves and others. The conversation starts with a personal reflection on social anxiety and the desire to impress others in social situations. The hosts share their experiences of walking into rooms of strangers and feeling the need to prove themselves. There's a candid exploration of the insecurities many people face, especially when dealing with social situations and a lack of self-confidence.Sam Allberry shares his journey of shifting from a mindset focused on impressing others to understanding who he is ""in Christ."" Anne Wilson echoes this sentiment, highlighting how one's identity in Christ offers freedom from the need to seek validation from others. The conversation moves into the idea of being ""self-forgetting"" rather than self-absorbed, with a significant mention of Ray Ortlund's advice: ""There you are"" as a mindset to adopt when entering a room, instead of ""Here I am.""The conversation dives into the role of identity in relationships, especially marriage and family life. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing our union with Christ and with others who share that union, which impacts how we relate to both fellow Christians and people who may not yet know Christ. The hosts discuss the significance of church fellowship, pointing out that, even in difficult times or personal struggles, the church community is vital for spiritual growth and encouragement.The guests reflect on how understanding and believing in who we are in Christ helps us navigate our relationships, particularly in healing broken relationships or experiencing spiritual abuse. A moving moment occurs when the hosts talk about a woman who gradually learned to trust again through the support of close friends and church members, showing the slow yet steady process of healing and growth.In the final moments, the hosts emphasize that transformation in Christ takes time and requires the support of a Christian community. The conversation concludes with a reminder that ""being in Christ"" means not just a vertical relationship with God but a horizontal relationship with others who are also ""in Christ."" This mutual connection is foundational to the Christian faith, underscoring the importance of fellowship and encouragement within the body of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

"Thank you, Lord, for trouble." If you've never prayed that, maybe it's time you did. This week, Steve and the gang get real with Ray Ortlund about hitting rock bottom – and the loving Savior we'll find there. The post Ray Ortlund | Good News At Rock Bottom | Steve Brown, Etc. appeared first on Key Life.

Ever hit rock bottom? Maybe we receive news of a frightening diagnosis or suffer a heartbreaking loss in our family life or get trapped in a cycle of our own sin. Fill in the blank. We cry out, “God.. where are you?” Be of good courage follower of Jesus! There’s hope!! https://www.amazon.com/Good-News-Rock-Bottom-Finding/dp/1433598868 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wkesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Alberry to discuss what it means to truly love your brother by embodying the heart of Jesus. To hear more of this conversation with Ray and Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 040: https://youtu.be/5MzDRAEkji8?si=AmeiJrLl14jDMPO1

In this episode, Ray Ortlund walks through four ways we can hit rock bottom and offers hope for those who find themselves there. Ray Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries, the pastor to pastors at Immanuel Church in Nashville, and a canon theologian with the Anglican Church in North America. He is also the author of 'Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “How to Endure Inexplicable Suffering” with Eric Ortlund: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25 Key Takeaways: + Marriage is a good gift from God. + Marriage is designed for companionship and partnership “…not made out of his head to rule over him, nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him, but out of his side to be equal with him, under his arm to be protected, and near his heart to be beloved.” – Matthew Henry + Marriage is designed for permanence and exclusivity “So, in the one-flesh union of marriage, all the boundaries between a man and a woman fall away, and the married couple comes together completely, as long as they both shall live. In real terms, two selfish me's start learning to think like one unified us, building a new life together with one total everything: one story, one purpose, one reputation, one bed, one suffering, one budget, one family, and so forth. Marriage removes all barriers and replaces them with a comprehensive oneness. It is this all-encompassing unity that sets marriage apart as marriage, more profound than even the most intense friendship. – Ray Ortlund, Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel. + Marriage is designed for vulnerability and security + Marriage is meaningful but not ultimate Ephesians 5:31-33

In this week's Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Alberry to discuss the current state of the church.To hear more of this conversation with Ray and Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 040: https://youtu.be/5MzDRAEkji8?si=aB0jtbFwcg1fhxp7

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We all need the gospel every day, for all of everyday life. But what is the gospel, and how does it transform our ordinary, everyday lives? That's what this Connecting Podcast is about.In this episode, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry. Ray and Sam are both pastors, authors, and speakers, but most of all, they're ordinary men trying to live out the gospel in their everyday lives. And they want to encourage us to do the same.Enjoy this gospel conversation between Paul, Ray Ortlund, and Sam Allberry!

We all need the gospel every day, for all of everyday life. But what is the gospel, and how does it transform our ordinary, everyday lives? That's what this Connecting Podcast is about.In this episode, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry. Ray and Sam are both pastors, authors, and speakers, but most of all, they're ordinary men trying to live out the gospel in their everyday lives. And they want to encourage us to do the same.Enjoy this gospel conversation between Paul, Ray Ortlun,d and Sam Allberry!

Gospel Sanity in a World Gone Mad – This is what Ray Ortlund Jr. aims to offer to the next generation of pastors and leaders. In this conversation with Mike, he discusses the profound value of remembering his own mortality, the importance of gathering and "gospelling" young men, and the encouragement that Christ Himself is preaching through us as we exposit the Word. Ray also shares insights from his latest book, co-authored with Sam Allberry, You're Not Crazy - Gospel Sanity for Weary Churches. In this practical guide, seasoned pastors Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry help weary leaders renew their love for ministry by equipping them to build a gospel-centered culture into every aspect of their churches. They emphasize that while healthy doctrine is crucial, failing to nurture a healthy culture can lead to frustration, division, and even unbiblical practices. The book provides Scripture-focused advice on honesty, honour, preaching, leadership, and mission, helping leaders regain a beautiful, Christ-centered vision for their ministries. This episode, originally released earlier this year, was the most downloaded episode of 2024. We're re-releasing it this December to celebrate its impact and ensure even more people benefit from Ray's wisdom and encouragement.  Resources Mentioned:  You're Not Crazy book: https://www.crossway.org/books/youre-not-crazy-tpb/  You're Not Crazy Podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2gjO1xAJVSomEdK6dVwnQh?si=1f98570e2bfd4972  Father Mapple's Sermon from Moby Dick: https://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/42/moby-dick/634/chapter-9-the-sermon/  J.I. Packer on Prayer: https://www.ivpress.com/praying  Tim Keller - Gospel Christianity Discussion Guide: https://gospelinlife.com/study/gospel-christianity-i-gospel-the-heart-group-study-product/  John Stott on 1 Timothy: https://www.ivpress.com/the-message-of-1-timothy-titus-ebook  J.N.D. Kelley on 1 Timothy  https://archive.org/details/commentaryonpast00kell/page/n5/mode/2up  Recommended Episodes: Ray Ortlund - Leaving Behind our Hidden Shame for His Glorious Grace: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2f8oJk5yovK4D4HDGCqsk8?si=69ef2f62acef4b03 John Koessler - Preaching that is Prayerful and Priestly: https://open.spotify.com/episode/43i46Oq38Zp1suugyQZ6YT?si=47217d32bc2a401d  Sam Allberry - Embodied Preaching: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dtYypnuUzt1kocjYwDDdk?si=6b8dd4c5e768418a For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com  The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/ Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollective Donate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective

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Ray Ortlund is back on the podcast to discuss the topics of pornography, human dignity, sexuality, and marriage. As a pastor, Ray has come to realize that porn is the wallpaper of our culture. It's everywhere. We're not just looking at it; it's looking for us. So how are we to respond and fight back with the gospel in mind? This Episode of With The Perrys is Sponsored by:https://uncommongoods.com/perry — Get 15% off unique gifts for everyone on your list today!https://liberty.edu/Perry — Get your application fee WAIVED when you start your future with Liberty University today! Grab a copy of Ray's book, The Death of Porn: Men of Integrity Building a World of Nobility and follow him on Instagram at @rayortlund. And if you missed it, go back and listen to Ray with his wife Jani in a previous episode, Family and Parenting with Generations in Mind: A Conversation With The Ortlunds. Subscribe to the Perrys' newsletter.To support the work of the Perrys, donate via PayPal.To advertise with the Perrys, visit WithThePerrys.com/Partner.www.withtheperrys.comwww.jackiehillperry.comwww.preston-perry.com

This week Jon Wright and special guest Cory Wing of CivEccly Minded discuss the topic of rightly ordered loves. We do a deep dive on the debate between James White and Stephen Wolfe over on X, Ray Ortlund's endorsement of presidential nominee Kamala Harris (with support from David French), and the government response to Hurricane Helene.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Today, we talk about Ray Ortlund, Emeritus Council member of the Gospel Coalition's endorsement of Kamala Harris and how voting for Kamala Harris is inherently anti-Christian. We also discuss Jonny Ardavanis, Teaching Pastor at Stonebridge Bible Church's, and Josh Howerton, Senior Pastor of Lakepointe Church's recent sermons coming out against the evils of the Democratic party. And there are how many Christians that don't intend to vote this November? Now more than ever, the Christian vote is essential in stemming the tide of evil in our country. Pre-order Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy ---   Timecodes: ---   Today's Sponsors: Carly Jean Los Angeles — Go to https://www.carlyjeanlosangeles.com and use code ALLIEB to get 20% off your next CJLA order (one-time use only) and start filling your closet with timeless staple pieces. We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, where 10% of every purchase supports pregnancy care centers; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. First Liberty — Go to SupremeCoup.com/Stuckey to learn how you can help stop the radical left's takeover of the Supreme Court. America's Christian Credit Union - Switch to America's Christian Credit Union today for faith-aligned banking with exceptional rates and nationwide access, plus earn up to $500 in bonuses with promo code ALLIE—visit https://www.americaschristiancu.com/allie to get started! --- Links: Denny Burk, "The 'least of these' are not the poor but the Christian baker, photographer, and florist" https://www.dennyburk.com/the-least-of-these-are-not-the-poor-but-the-christian-baker-photographer-and-florist/ "Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God" by Jonny Ardavanis https://www.amazon.com/Consider-Lilies-Finding-Perfect-Character/dp/0310368243 "The Human Costs Of Kamala Harris' War On Truancy" https://www.huffpost.com/entry/kamala-harris-truancy-arrests-2020-progressive-prosecutor_n_5c995789e4b0f7bfa1b57d2e 2024 Pre-Election Research – Report #1 from Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University https://www.arizonachristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/CRC-Release-Pre-Election-1-Oct-12-2024-Final.pdf ---   Relevant Episodes: Ep 1044 | Andy Stanley, Francis Collins & the Plot to End Evangelicalism | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1044-andy-stanley-francis-collins-the-plot-to-end/id1359249098?i=1000664069017 Ep 945 | Churches: Beware of the 'After Party' Trojan Horse | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-945-churches-beware-of-the-after-party-trojan/id1359249098?i=1000644262393 Josh Howerton's sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SitsLDo6X_Y&feature=youtu.be ---   Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Ray Orland came out recently and endorsed Kamala Harris, only to claim that his post was taken out of context. But it has started a discussion on what Christians should do when it comes to voting, and whether or not pastors should be endorsing candidates that promote that which is specifically for debate in Scripture. Follow Good Fight Ministries on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodfightministries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodfightministries Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/goodfightmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodfightministries We're on Rumble! https://rumble.com/GoodFightMinistries Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodfight

Religionless Christianity Podcast Episode 241What lessons can we learn from the Steve Lawson Saga. Nickie and I discuss this plus really bad advice from Ray Ortlund and a survey detailing the importance of worldview. If you enjoy the content, please consider following or subscribing and leaving a nice review. God bless!!TIME STAMP:Intro- 00:00VP Debate- 06:59Steve Lawson- 19:56Ray Ortlund- 53:26Worldview- 01:10:28Recommended Listening- 01:47:34ARTICLES:Steve Lawson Relationship- https://tinyurl.com/2ubdsjdeRay Ortlund- https://tinyurl.com/ret7e6kzRay Ortlund 2- https://tinyurl.com/4absb6ccWorldview- https://tinyurl.com/2rt7rsmf⁠RECOMMENDED LISTENING:John MacArthur- https://tinyurl.com/6uduf4exPLEASE COME JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE MINISTRY:EMAIL- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠religionlesschristianity@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FACEBOOK-⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/ReligionlessChristianityPodcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWITTER- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ReligionlessC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT THE MINISTRY:PATREON- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/4jm7zj2s⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AMAZON AFFILIATE-⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3lV4cBP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEST⁠⁠⁠ BUY-⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/15JqMm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY ME A COFFEE- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RCPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHRISTIAN ⁠BOOKS- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/home?event=AFF&p=1222679⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Podcast Community- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.strivingforeternity.org/⁠⁠⁠Cardinall Contingency Solutions-

Ray Ortlund and the leftist side of evangelicalism is sometimes Kamala Harris, but never Trump. Everybody picks their ethical systems and a basis by which to judge one thing as better than the others. That's why evangelicals are going for Kamala Harris . . . wrong ethical system.

Ray Ortlund and the leftist side of evangelicalism is sometimes Kamala Harris, but never Trump. Everybody picks their ethical systems and a basis by which to judge one thing as better than the others. That's why evangelicals are going for Kamala Harris. . . .wrong ethical system.--This program includes---1. The World View in 5 Minutes with Adam McManus -Vance confronted Walz over infanticide support- Thailand legalizes faux homosexual marriage- 19 states saw increases in homeschooling---2. Generations with Kevin Swanson

AlabamaKY to join AL in sharing voter roll data through AL created databaseState lawmaker looking to revitalize a 2011 law on illegal immigration in AL2 congressmen push to place micro reactors at Bellafonte nuclear plantMontgomery stonewalls and overcharges 1819 News on mayor's docs1 year mark of the shooting death of Stephen Perkins by Decatur policePart 2 of Daily Detail interview w/ Dinesh D'Souza re film: "Vindicating Trump"NationalTrump travels to GA with hurricane relief, Biden says its too early for him to goHouse Oversight subpoenas docs from DHS re: Tim Walz and Chi-Com partyFCC fast-tracks a licensing deal to sell 200 radio stations to George SorosBig court case in GA over Dominion voting machines packability in electionsNetflix gets triple the drop rate of subscriptions after donation to KamalaBig Eva pastor Ray Ortlund getting backlash for endorsement of Harris

Jim Miloch on X: "Not many careers can compete with Pete Rose: 1975 World Series MVP 1973 NL MVP 17X All-Star 3X World Series Champ 3X NL Batting Title 2X Gold Glove 4,256 Hits (1st MLB History) 746 Doubles (2nd MLB History) 2,165 Runs (6th MLB History) 5,752 Total Bases (9th MLB History) 1,566 https://t.co/hLSiznE7kE" Josh Daws on X: "Of two evils, choose the greater. ~ Ray Ortlund, essentially. https://t.co/VqE8AoI7Bo" / X Ray Ortlund deletes social media post endorsing Kamala Harris ℂ

We live in a world increasingly marked by accusation and anger, and our churches are called to be places where the love of Christ is not just a theological tenet but a felt reality. In this session from TGC's 2023 National Conference, Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry discuss how, with God's help, our churches can be marked by honesty, safety, and renewal.They discuss: The need for gospel cultureThe role of love in gospel credibility"You're Not Crazy" book and its purposeHonesty and honoring in gospel cultureThe beauty and blessing of human relationships in gospel cultureA vision for gospel culture in churchesListen to the You're Not Crazy podcast from The Gospel Coalition.

In this episode, Nathan Knight discusses his journey into pastoral ministry and church planting, critiquing the current church planting industry, and advocating for a biblically-centered approach focused on shepherding and discipleship. Nathan Knight is a pastor of Restoration Church and serves on the lead team for the Treasuring Christ Together church planting network. He is also the author of 'Planting by Pastoring: A Vision for Starting a Healthy Church' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “When Churches Get Doctrine Right and Everything Else Wrong” with Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

In this bonus interview, Ray Ortlund shares his experience recording the entire ESV audio Bible. Ray Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries, the pastor to pastors at Immanuel Nashville Church, and a canon theologian with the Anglican Church in North America. ❖ Check out the new and improved ESV Bible App ❖ Subscribe to his ESV Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify ❖ Explore his ESV Audio Bible to help you meditate on the Word of God daily Read the full transcript of this episode. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!