Podcasts about read galatians

Fruit of the Root, from June 7, 2026 “We grow in love as we walk with God's Spirit.” Galatians 5 & 1 Corinthians 13 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that believers grow in love—the loyal, selfless choice to act in others' best interests—as they walk with and surrender to God's Spirit, rather than by adding more rules to their faith. Pastor Michael explains that the “flesh” is the broken, sinful influence of the world, already crucified in Christ, and that Christians are drafted into the Spirit's stronger, victorious battle, where love fulfills the whole law.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Adopted, 3 of 3 from May 24, 2026“Trusting Jesus makes us truly God's kids but earning approval is slavery.” Galatians 4:1-14 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that believers are fully adopted into God's family solely through trusting Jesus. Pastor Michael emphasizes that the indwelling Holy Spirit is our “certificate of adoption,” growing supernatural love in us, freeing us from slavery to performance and people-pleasing, and inviting us not only to serve others but also to humbly receive love and care from them.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Adopted, 2 of 3 from May 17, 2026 “God's plan includes temporary safeguards while He prepares permanent solutions.” Galatians 3:15-29 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that God's covenant with Abraham was always meant to be fulfilled in Jesus, and that the law of Moses was only a temporary guardian to highlight human sin until Christ arrived. It emphasizes that anyone, regardless of background or past, can be adopted into God's family and justified before Him solely by trusting in Jesus rather than by religious rule‑keeping or personal goodness.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Adopted, 1 of 3 from May 10, 2026 “Jesus was cursed so that we can be blessed by adoption into God's family.” Galatians 3:1-14 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that believers are adopted into God's family and counted righteous solely through trusting in Jesus Christ, who became a curse on the cross so that we could receive God's blessing. Drawing from Galatians 3 and Abraham's example, Pastor Michael emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's presence is our “certificate of adoption,” showing that our relationship with God rests on faith in Christ's finished work rather than on our religious performance or obedience to the law.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Transformed, 3 of 3 from May 3, 2026 “We are transformed when we abandon our old good substitutes.” Galatians 2:11-21 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThe sermon warns that we are prone to fall back into familiar but false substitutes instead of resting in God's grace. Pastor Michael shares that Galatians 2 insists that because God's standard is perfection and no one can achieve it, only Jesus' sacrificial death and our justification by faith in Him can truly transform us. This means we are called to abandon those “old good substitutes” and live in surrendered, relational trust rather than transactional effort.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What if the gospel is not just about being declared right, but about being rescued from a world that keeps trying to enslave us? Cody Cook returns to the show for a conversation about Galatians, law, union with Christ, the present evil age, and the spiritual powers Jesus came to defeat. What begins as a discussion of Cody's book Delivered from the Evil Age of the Present becomes something deeper: a reflection on how we read Paul, what Galatians 4 is really saying, and why the gospel is bigger than being declared right. This episode traces the movement from law, slavery, and the “elementary principles of the world” toward rescue, adoption, new creation, and the kind of allegiance that belongs to Christ alone. They Explore: Galatians and the question of law or Christ old, new, and apocalyptic readings of Paul union with Christ, adoption, and being made new the “present evil age” and rescue through Jesus stoicheia and the “elementary principles of the world” spiritual powers, slavery, and the scope of salvation ordo amoris, J.D. Vance, and nation-first love why Christian nationalism distorts our loves

Galatians 1:3-5 “Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.” – Galatians 1:3–5  CSB Saul/Paul introduced at the martyrdom of Stephen. He's ravaging Jesus' followers, Acts 8:1-3. Jesus appears to Saul/Paul, changing his life direction. Receiving a conversion to faith in Jesus as Savior, Saul/Paul is baptized, commissioned, and begins to preach Jesus' Good News, Acts 9:1-31, 28:12-18. Saul, now Paul, and team are commissioned from Antioch for the expansion of the Jesus movement, Acts 13-14. This includes the region of Galatia, a Roman province. Cities like Pisidian Antioch, Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe are in the area. Paul and his ministry team pioneered the Jesus movement and church here.  What do we learn? There is freedom in Jesus' Good News. What should we do? 1.    Read Galatians 1 – 2 this week. 2.    Write at least one truth from it. 3.    Pray, asking God what may be pulling you from this. 4.    Think about the contrast between Jesus' Good News and what may be pulling you from it. 5.    Choose to draw closer to Jesus and withdraw from what may be pulling you away from Jesus' Good News.

Main text: Romans 4:25-5:1 (ESV) 25 (Jesus) was delivered up for our trespasses and raised for our justification. 1 Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Preaching Point: We must trust in Jesus' death and resurrection as the only means of dealing with our sin and securing our peace with God.Teaching Points:Own Your Sin (v. 25a)Trust in the Risen Christ (vv. 25b-1a)Enjoy Peace with God (v. 1b)Application Questions:Write down one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon. Why did it stand out to you?Read Isaiah 53:4-6 and 1 Peter 2:24. How do these passages show that your sin, not just sin in general, put Christ on the cross? Why must anyone who claims to trust in Jesus fully own their culpability in his death? Read Galatians 2:16 and Romans 10:9-10. If you stood before God today, what would you point to as the basis for your acquittal, and does your answer match what these passages teach? How so? How would you explain to a friend or family member how the death and resurrection of Christ make it possible for them to be declared righteous before God? (Be ready to share in LifeGroup this week.)Read Jeremiah 6:14-15. Israel's leaders falsely assured the people they had peace with God, even though God promised judgment unless they repented. It is possible to believe you have peace with God when you don't. How can someone know for certain that they are not deceived about their position before God?Read Romans 5:9-11 and Isaiah 53:5. According to these passages and Romans 4:25-5:1, why should a genuine Christian have confidence that they have true peace with God?What other benefits does the Bible say belong to those who have peace with God? (Write down the verses you find below.)

What if the freedom we defend is really just control in disguise? In this episode, Craig and Cal Robbins dig into rightful liberty, the idea that true freedom comes from God and must honor the equal rights of others. From Thomas Jefferson to Galatians 5, they explore the difference between liberty and license, why legal does not always mean moral, and what it means to say No King but Christ in a world shaped by fear, borders, voting, and state power. This is a sharp, Christ-centered conversation about free will, neighbor love, and the lies we tell when we trust Caesar more than Jesus. In this episode: Rightful liberty and the equal rights of others Freedom, free will, and the teachings of Jesus Why legal does not always mean moral Slavery, immigration, voting, and Christian witness “Render unto Caesar” and what belongs to God alone  

03/01/2026 Love, Rewritten | God's Unconditional LoveExodus 34BIG IDEA: God's hesed is covenant love that binds Himself to us and refuses to let go.How long will God keep loving us? Following Jesus is not about trying harder, it's about surrendering more. Idols in our lives: What idols do you have in your life that keep you from enriching your relationship with Jesus? You are free to choose, but you are not free to choose your consequences.God's hesed for you:Hesed is rooted in God's character. Hesed is not sustained by your behavior, it's sustained by God's character..Hesed outlasts failure.Hesed is revealed fully in Christ. (John 1:14) Jesus is hesed embodied (1 Peter 1: 18-19). The Cross is not emotional love, it's covenantal love paying the price.In Christ, your new reality is:Hesed means you can stop performing. If God's love were conditional, you would have to maintain it. Read Galatians 3:3 and 2:20.Hesed means you can stop hiding. Confess your sins, repent, and receive God's forgiveness. (Psalm 32)Hesed means you can start loving differently. (Colossians 3; Ephesians 4) We are anchored by God's love, so we can love others properly.

Main Text: Philippians 4:10-20 (ESV) 10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. 14 Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. 15 And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only. 16 Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again. 17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your credit. 18 I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God. 19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. 20 To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.Preaching Point: As wonderful as gift-giving and receiving are within a Christian community, we must pursue real contentment by looking beyond our circumstances and seeking the strength of Christ, which enables us to remain genuinely content in every situation.Teaching Points:Seek to Benefit Other Christians with Your Generosity (vv10, 14-16)Affirm the Great Benefits of Christian Generosity (vv. 17-20)Depend on Christ, not Things for Your Contentment (vv. 11-13)Application Questions:Write down one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon. Why did it stand out to you? Read Galatians 6:9-10 and Romans 12:9-13. How has a lack of contentment with your own circumstances kept you from being generous with others in the past? How can genuine contentment help increase your generosity toward other believers?Read Philippians 4:17-20 and 2 Corinthians 9:11-13. According to these passages, what benefits can you expect your generosity to produce? Based on the passages above, what spiritual and practical consequences can come from a lack of generosity rooted in discontentment?Read Philippians 4:11-13 and 1 Timothy 6:6-10. What are some of the dangers of discontentment?What does leaning on Christ for strength in the area of contentment practically look like for you?

What If Christmas Was About Rescue, Not Religion? Discussion Questions: Read John 1:14-18. What does it mean to you that Jesus became human, explained God, and gave us His fullness? Read Hebrews 2:14. What stands out to you about why Jesus shared fully in flesh and blood? Read Hebrews 2:15. How does fear of death (or loss, failure, rejection) still subtly influence people today—and how does Jesus' victory speak to that? Read Hebrews 2:16-17. Why is it comforting to know that Jesus represents you as a merciful High Priest rather than a demanding one? Read Hebrews 2:18. In what way does knowing Jesus experienced real temptation change how you view your own struggles? What role can the indwelling Christ play for you? Read Galatians 4:4–5. What does it mean to you personally that Jesus entered life "under the Law" so you wouldn't have to live there? Read Galatians 4:6. How does calling God "Abba, Father" reshape prayer from performance into relationship? Read Galatians 4:7. In what area of life do you most need to move from a slave mindset ("I must earn") to an heir mindset ("I already belong")?

If Christ lives in you, why are you still trying to do this alone? Discussion Questions: Read John 3:36 and 5:24. What does it mean to "see life" and to have "passed out of death into life"? Read John 14:19 and react to this statement: "Because I live, you will live also." Read John 14:23. What does it mean to you to have the entire Trinity living within you? Read Romans 5:10 and react to this statement: I am reconciled by Jesus' death and saved by Jesus' life. Read Romans 8:10-11. What does "the spirit is alive because of righteousness" mean for the imputed-vs-imparted righteousness debate? Read 1 John 4:13 and 2:27. How do you understand "abiding" better because of these? Read Galatians 5:16, 25. In your own words, describe what it means to walk by the Spirit.

How Close Is Your Jesus? Closer Than You've Ever Been Told. Discussion Questions: Read Romans 6:1-4. What three events were you baptized into? Is this about water baptism? If not, please explain. Read Galatians 2:20. Explain "it is no longer I who live" versus "the life I now live." Read Galatians 6:14. React to this statement: "The world has been crucified to me, and I to the world." Read Colossians 3:3-4, Ephesians 2:5-6, John 14:20, and 1 Corinthians 6:17. Focus on these four words: hidden, seated, in, and joins. What do these communicate about your closeness to God? Read Galatians 5:24. Notice that you did the crucifying this time. When did you crucify the flesh with its passions and desires? How? Read Romans 6:17, 1 Timothy 1:5, and 2 Corinthians 9:7. What do these passages have to say about your heart? Read John 1:16 and Colossians 2:9-10. React to this statement: You have received of His fullness, and in Him you have been made complete in Him.

Blockbuster Sunday | September 28, 2025Pastor Wes Morris Matthew 7:24–27 (NIV) Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand.BUILT DIFFERENT: FAMILIESI.  WE WALK BY FAITH.Hebrews 11:8 (NIV) By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.Hebrews 10:39 (NIV) But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved.Faith does not eliminate questions. But faith knows where to take them.  - Elisabeth ElliotII.  WE SEE GOD IN EVERY SITUATION.Habakkuk 3:17–18 Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,18 yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.III.  WE DON'T GIVE UP. Galatians 6:9 (NIV) Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.Group Discussion Questions + PracticeOpening QuestionWhat's one of your favorite Christian/Worship songs or artists from when you first started following Jesus?”1. We Walk by FaithIn the first scene, David leaves everything behind in Australia. What's one time you had to take a step of faith without knowing how it would turn out?What fears usually hold us back from walking by faith as individuals or families?How can we build rhythms in our homes that keep us rooted in faith?2. We See God in Every SituationThanksgiving scene: David feels like a failure, but he sees his daughter's gift and God's blessing. Why is it so hard to see God in our struggles?Read Habakkuk 3:17–18. How does this passage challenge your perspective on gratitude and worship?What's one situation in your life right now where you need to intentionally look for God's hand at work?3. We Don't Give Up“Burn the ships” scene: The family chooses perseverance. What's an area where you've been tempted to give up, but God is calling you to press on?Read Galatians 6:9. How do we encourage each other not to grow weary in doing good?What practices or habits help families (or friendships) keep going when life gets hard?Practice Next StepsGratitude Challenge: Each day, write down one place you see God's hand at work in both the highs and the lows.Encouragement Partner: Commit to checking in with a friend this week to pray specifically for perseverance in one area of life.Movie Info:Copyright holder: Lions Gate Entertainment Inc.Year of copyright: 2024Distributor: LionsgateProduction companies: Kingdom Story Company and Candy Rock Entertainment also have production credits for the film. 

Host Steve Cuss and Dr. Kyle Strobel disrupt self-help versions of spirituality and call us back to genuine encounters with Christ. Together we explore how hidden dynamics like assumptions, reactivity, and self-reliance often sabotage spiritual formation—and why cultivating watchfulness in prayer and scripture is the antidote. Drawing from Colossians 4:2, early evangelical practices, and personal stories, Dr. Strobel shows how honesty about our emotions in real time opens the door to true transformation. We also name the dangers of “guruism,” guilt-driven church culture, and unrealistic expectations, pointing instead to authentic growth rooted in humility, friendship, and God's presence in the ordinary. Episode Resources: Read Dr. Strobel's Formation Substack Read Dr. Strobel's book The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb: Searching for Jesus' Path of Power in a Church that Has Abandoned It Read Dr. Strobel's book Where Prayer Becomes Real: How Honesty with God Transforms Your Soul John Coe's free online Bible courses An introduction to the life and writings of John Cassian (video) Read Colossians 4:2 Read Galatians 3 Read Colossians 2 Read Psalm 73 Sign up for Steve's Newsletter & Podcast Reminders: Capable Life Newsletter Join Steve at an upcoming intensive:  Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What If Fruit Only Grows in Freedom? Discussion Questions: Read Matthew 7:18. What does Jesus' teaching about good and bad trees reveal about the source of our fruit? Our nature? Our goodness? Read Romans 7:4. How does the “death and remarriage” analogy help us understand our new relationship with Christ? What was our old husband like? Our new one? Read Romans 7:6. What does it mean to serve “in newness of the Spirit” instead of “in oldness of the letter”? What does that really look like? How is it different from the stereotype of Christian living that can stifle the genuine article? Read Galatians 5:1. In what ways do believers sometimes drift back toward a “yoke of slavery”? How can we remain firm in our freedom? Any practical helps? Read Galatians 5:22–24. Why do you think Paul says, “against such things there is no law”? Read Colossians 2:19. How does being “connected to the head” (Christ) change the way we think about growing in grace and fruit-bearing? React to this statement: “Fruit only grows in an atmosphere of freedom.” Do you agree? Why or why not?

In this episode, we dive into the third beatitude: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.”Jesus invites us into a surprising way of life—one that's calm, unbothered, and gentle. Let's unpack what true meekness is and explore how trusting God empowers us to live with quiet strength, joy, and the hope of an unshakable inheritance.To keep exploring the themes in this episode, consider these passages and reflection questions. Read Galatians 6:1-2. What connection do you see between poverty of spirit and meekness?Read James 1:19-21. Why is it important to receive God's Word with meekness?Read James 3:13-17. What is the connection between meekness and wisdom? Compare the traits of wisdom listed to the traits of meekness discussed in this episode. What similarities do you notice?

In this episode, we dive into Galatians chapter 2 and uncover a powerful message about freedom in Christ—a freedom threatened by religious rules, even in the early church. Paul recounts his face-to-face confrontation with Peter over hypocrisy, challenges the idea of adding requirements to the gospel, and defends salvation by grace alone.For Latter-day Saints, this chapter raises important questions:Do we need religious leaders to validate our message from God?Are modern commandments—like the Word of Wisdom—spiritually necessary?What does it really mean to be “justified by faith”?

In this episode, we dive into Galatians chapter 2 and uncover a powerful message about freedom in Christ—a freedom threatened by religious rules, even in the early church. Paul recounts his face-to-face confrontation with Peter over hypocrisy, challenges the idea of adding requirements to the gospel, and defends salvation by grace alone.For Latter-day Saints, this chapter raises important questions:Do we need religious leaders to validate our message from God?Are modern commandments—like the Word of Wisdom—spiritually necessary?What does it really mean to be “justified by faith”?

We continue our series about the Jewish roots of Christianity. This week's discussion questions are below: Discussion Questions May 4 1. What were some things you were taught about the Old Testament growing up? How did that shape your view of the Torah? 2. The Hebrew word *Torah* means "instruction" or "direction." How does this definition affect how we should approach the first five books of the Bible? 3. Why do you think God gave Israel such specific and unusual laws (like not mixing fabrics or seeds)? 4. How does viewing the Torah as both a religious and cultural-political document help us better understand its purpose? 5. How does Genesis 15:6 challenge the idea that Old Testament believers were saved by following laws? 6. What does it mean that “belief is busy”? How do we see this concept illustrated in both the Old and New Testaments? 7. Why do you think it was so difficult for early Jewish Christians to accept Gentiles into the church without requiring them to follow the Torah? 8. Read Galatians 2:11–16 again. What do you learn about how Paul viewed justification (being made right with God)? 9. Have you ever seen modern parallels to the “circumcision group” mentality— where people are expected to follow extra rules to be considered truly “Christian”? 10. What are some ways we may still misread or misapply Scripture today by ignoring its original context? 11. Dallas Willard said, “Grace is not against effort. It is against earning.” How does this statement help us balance faith and works in our daily walk? 12. In what ways did Jesus “fulfill” the Torah rather than abolish it? (Matt. 5:17)

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview Follow Jesus the suffering King into the greater gain of his kingdom.Digging Deeper    Read Luke 9:18-27.1. Imagine Jesus standing before you today and asking, “Who do you say that I am?” How would you answer that question? 2. Jesus describes himself as the “Son of Man” in verse 26. It was a title used in the Old Testament to mean human. With that, read Daniel 7:13-14, which expands the term. Using that background, what did Jesus mean when he said he was the “Son of Man.”3. In Luke 9:24, Jesus says, “For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it.” What does it look like to lose your life for the sake of Christ? 4. What's one area of your life where you're more self-centered than Christ-centered?5. How can this group encourage you to become more Christ-centered in that area? 6. Who have you seen “lose their life” for the sake of Jesus? What did (or does) that look like for them? 7. What hope does this passage give us when we feel like we're losing out in this world because we're following Christ? 8. In what ways would following Jesus now be unpopular or met with opposition?9. Read Galatians 2:20 and Titus 2:11-14. How do the truths in these passages empower us to take up our cross and follow Christ? 10. The whole notion of taking up your cross and following Jesus may seem crazy to those who don't trust in Jesus. If an unbelieving friend or family member were to ask why you've chosen to deny yourself and follow Christ, what would you say to them? Prayer

Picturea woman in a dimly lit Palestinian home, realizing one of her ten silver coinsis missing. These coins were more than money, they formed a headband worn by abride, a symbol of her marriage, like a wedding ring. Losing one was a crisis.So, she lights a lamp, grabs a broom, and searches every corner, sweeping awaydust and peering into shadows. When she finally finds that glinting coin, herjoy overflows.  Inthe first parable of Luke 15, the shepherd seeking the lost sheep shows usJesus, the Good Shepherd, pursuing a foolish lost sinner far from God. Thissecond parable, the lost coin, offers another layer. The coin, still in thehouse but hidden in the dirt, can picture a believer who has lost theirusefulness to God, perhaps through sin, neglect, distraction, or carelessness.  Thewoman represents the Holy Spirit, who brings the light of God's Word to exposehidden sin, sweeps the heart clean through conviction, and restores thebeliever to fellowship with the Lord. Every person, sinner or saint, bearsGod's image, like a coin stamped with a king's likeness. Even when sin marsthat image, God sees their worth and pursues them. Jesussays heaven rejoices when one sinner repents, but this parable also hints atthe joy when a believer is restored. Angels celebrate when a lost soul comes toChrist or when a wayward Christian returns to God's purpose. This challenges usto see everyone, unbelievers and struggling believers alike, as precious toGod, worth seeking and restoring. Thisparable reveals God's heart for both the lost sinner and the believer who'sdrifted. If you feel far from God today, maybe as a believer who's lost yourspiritual fire, know that the Holy Spirit is searching for you, ready torestore you with the light of His Word. If you're walking closely with God,you're called to join this mission.  Peoplearound you, friends, coworkers, or even fellow Christians, may be like thatlost coin, in God's house but not shining for Him. You can help by sharing thetruth of Scripture, praying for their restoration, or encouraging them toreturn to fellowship. (Read Galatians 6:1-5). Thisalso challenges our attitudes. The religious leaders grumbled when Jesuswelcomed sinners. Jesus was saying that God actually searches for lost sinners!No wonder the scribes and Pharisees were offended, for there was no place intheir legalistic theology for a God like that. They had forgotten that God hadsought out Adam and Eve when they had sinned and hidden from God (Gen. 3:8-9).In spite of their supposed knowledge of Scripture, the scribes and Phariseesforgot that God was like a father who pitied his wayward children (Ps.103:8-14).  Dowe ever judge those who've wandered, whether unbelievers or believers caught insin? God pursues both with equal love, and we must too. Let's be vessels of theHoly Spirit, bringing light and hope to those who need it. James ended hisepistle with these words: “Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from thetruth, and someone turns him back, let him know that he who turns a sinner fromthe error of his way will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins”(James 5:19-20). Challenge: Bea light this week and identify one person who seems far from God, either anunbeliever or a believer who's drifted. Pray for them daily, asking the HolySpirit to shine His light and restore them. Look for one chance to showkindness, share a Scripture, or invite them to reconnect with God, maybethrough a conversation or a church invitation. Then, watch for God to work andbe ready to rejoice when He does. Prayer:Lord,thank You for pursuing us when we're lost, whether as sinners or believerswho've wandered. Fill us with Your Spirit to shine Your Word and restore othersto You. Give us boldness this week to pray, love, and reach out. May we joinheaven's joy over every restored soul. In Jesus' name, Amen.

"Even though the Holy Spirit is in us...we can grieve him. We can ignore him. We can go our own way. We can be in sin. We can not listen to the one who is guiding us. We can not choose to follow him." — Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  Today Natalie Abbott is talking very practically about what it means to remain in Jesus and for him to remain in us. She answers how it is that Jesus is in us—whether his presence in us is experiential, emotional, symbolic or something more. She also unpacks the two specific ways that believers are to remain in Jesus. Finally, she encourages believers to share the abundant life we receive from Jesus with our friends. This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Read more about the mutual indwelling of the Father, Son and Spirit here.Read Galatians 5 for more on what it looks like to walk in step with the Holy Spirit.Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Are you still trying to earn your freedom, working hard to complete what Jesus has already finished? In this message from the book of Galatians, we uncover the truth of the gospel—Jesus paid it all. Our chains are gone, not by our effort, but by faith in Him alone.Join us as we explore the life-changing reality that we are free and forgiven, not just for a moment, but forever. Let's learn together what true faith looks like and how to walk in the freedom Christ has given us.Read Galatians and dive deeper into God's amazing grace.#JesusPaidItAll #Galatians #FreedomInChrist #FaithNotWorks #GraceAlone

PSALM 35 1 Contend, O Lord, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me. 2 Take up shield and buckler; arise and come to my aid. 3 Brandish spear and javelin against those who pursue me. Say to me, “I am your salvation." 4 May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame; may those who plot my ruin be turned back in dismay. 5 May they be like chaff before the wind, with the angel of the Lord driving them away; 6 may their path be dark and slippery, with the angel of the Lord pursuing them. 7 Since they hid their net for me without cause and without cause dug a pit for me, 8 may ruin overtake them by surprise—may the net they hid entangle them, may they fall into the pit, to their ruin. 9 Then my soul will rejoice in the Lord and delight in his salvation. 10 My whole being will exclaim, “Who is like you, O Lord? You rescue the poor from those too strong for them, the poor and needy from those who rob them.” 11 Ruthless witnesses come forward; they question me on things I know nothing about. 12 They repay me evil for good and leave me like one bereaved. 13 Yet when they were ill, I put on sackcloth and humbled myself with fasting. When my prayers returned to me unanswered, 14 I went about mourning as though for my friend or brother. I bowed my head in grief as though weeping for my mother. 15 But when I stumbled, they gathered in glee; attackers gathered against me when I was unaware. They slandered me without ceasing. 16 Like the ungodly they maliciously mocked; they gnashed their teeth at me. 17 How long, Lord, will you look on? Rescue me from their ravages, my precious life from these lions. 18 I will give you thanks in the great assembly; among the throngs I will praise you. 19 Let not those gloat over me who are my enemies without cause; let not those who hate me without reason maliciously wink the eye. 20 They do not speak peaceably, but devise false accusations against those who live quietly in the land. 21 They gape at me and say, “Aha! Aha! With our own eyes we have seen it." 22 O Lord, you have seen this; be not silent. Do not be far from me, Lord. 23 Awake, and rise to my defense! Contend for me, my God and Lord. 24 Vindicate me in your righteousness, Lord my God; do not let them gloat over me. 25 Do not let them think, “Aha, just what we wanted!” or say, “We have swallowed him up.” 26 May all who gloat over my distress be put to shame and confusion; may all who exalt themselves over me be clothed with shame and disgrace. 27 May those who delight in my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “The Lord be exalted, who delights in the well-being of his servant.” 28 My tongue will speak of your righteousness and of your praises all day long. FROM THE LESSON Schadenfreude - it is a German word that literally means "harm-joy" and has come to mean "the pleasure that is derived from another's misfortune." Imprecatory Psalms - to imprecate is a word that means to utter a curse against someone or something. The imprecatory psalms are psalms which call for God's judgment to fall down on the wicked. Of the 150 psalms in our Bible, anywhere between 14-28 of them are put in this category of imprecatory psalms. Three Things to Know about Imprecatory Psalms: 1 Complaint is a good and necessary thing. 2 Cursing is God's right response to sin and disobedience. 3 Cursing becomes blessing at the cross. Three Responses to Reading Psalm 35: 1 We agree with David that cursing is God's right response to sin and disobedience. 2 We admit that cursing is God's right response to my sin and disobedience. 3 We allow this reality to motivate us to tell others about the cross of Jesus Christ.  DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1 One of the primary things David is wrestling with in this psalm is schadenfreude. Read verses 15-16, 19, 24, and 26. People were rejoicing over his misfortune. How have you seen or experienced this in your life?  2 Read verses 17 and 22. Biblical complaint is communicating with God about the tension created between what we know about God's character and how we feel about our circumstances. Talk about Biblical complaint with your group. 3 Read verses 4-6 and 26-27. How do you hear these words of cursing from David? Have you ever felt like this toward anyone else? Does knowing that cursing is God's right response to sin and disobedience help you to better understand his words? 4 Read Galatians 3:13-14. Cursing becomes blessing at the cross. Discuss this gospel reality with your group.  5 Read over the three responses to reading Psalm 35 that are listed in the section above. Which one of these responses did you connect with the most this morning? 

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | November 24, 2024 Referenced Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27, Mark 1:14-15, Ephesians 5:15-18, Galatians 5:25 Reflection Questions: 1. How can someone know if they are genuinely a follower of Jesus? (on the Narrow road or the Wide road). 2. According to the Sermon on the Mount, what are some fruit(s) that we should expect in our lives as we become more deeply rooted in Jesus? 3. Read Matthew 7:21-23- 21“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles?' 23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!'-What thoughts/emotions/questions does this text bring up for you? What makes this text potentially unsettling? 4. How can it be possible to have apparent fruit in our lives when we are not truly rooted in Jesus? How is it that we can live self deception? 5. How can we know for sure that we are doing the will of the Father? How can we learn to hear and respond to the voice of God in our life? 6. How have you experienced God speaking to you through the Holy Spirit? 7. Read Galatians 5:25-Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.-What is the next step that the Spirit is asking you to take right now? What's your next step? Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman 

I have a very distinct memory related to my life as a young blonde Alaskan of German-Norwegian descent amidst a literal sea of dark-skinned, black-haired Filipinos. Growing up overseas in the city of Manila forced a superficial but sharp contrast of appearances that triggered an existential question in my young brain: “Why am I like me and not like them?” Why was I born to Randy and Marla Weisser? Why was I born in America? Why was I born with my specific color and complexion? Why was I born with my specific set of traits? Why was I born into a Christian home? My still developing brain began to wrestle with this truth; I didn't have much say in choosing the life that I was given. I began to wonder about the ways of a God who made decisions about me before I even was. I began to question the methods of a God who decided about my life without consulting me. Seems like a lot of power. And then somewhere along the road of my life, those feelings and thoughts began to shift. I went from wrestling with a God who dictates my very existence, to wrestling with the responsibility of creating the life I wanted. Somehow, without conscious awareness, I shifted from a deeply felt and fearful awe of God who is in control, to a sense of dread and defeat. Why? Because it was now up to me. I don't know that I thought this so much as I felt it, as I gradually agreed to carry the weight of my own merit, my own worth. I have heard the same experience described to me many times by others. “It's up to me.” In this message, I have some good news for you if you are carrying this kind of weight. Read Galatians chapter 3 and 4 before you listen. I pray that God will meet you and that you will hear His kind promise; “You are FREE.” Pastor Aaron Weisser

Trying to be good enough by following the Law? It's a losing battle. In this message from Galatians 2-3, Paul unveils some eye-opening truths about true godliness and the real power for upright living. Suffering under the Law is a curse, and dying to it is crucial for pleasing God and experiencing genuine joy and peace. Under the Law, sin thrives. But under grace, sin loses its grip on you! This epic New Testament passage also features some multiple-choice questions from Paul, and the answers might just blow your mind. Ready to ditch law-keeping and embrace the freedom of living by faith? Click through to watch the full message. It's a perspective shift you won't want to miss! Discussion Questions for Galatians 2-3: 1. Read Galatians 2:19. Why did you have to die to the Law in order to live to God? 2. Read Galatians 2:20. Why are there two I's in this verse? What does each refer to? 3. Read Galatians 3:2-3. What are the two multiple choice questions Paul asks his readers? And what are the answers to these questions? 4. Read Galatians 3:10. Why is being under the Law a curse? 5. Read Galatians 3:12 and react to this statement: The Law is not of faith. 6. Read Galatians 3:13-14 and react to this statement: Jesus became a curse for me so that I could receive the Spirit by faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

Discussion Questions for Galatians 2-3: Read Galatians 2:19. Why did you have to die to the Law in order to live to God? Read Galatians 2:20. Why are there two “I's” in this verse? What does each refer to? Read Galatians 3:2-3. What are the two multiple choice questions Paul asks his readers? And what are the answers to these questions? Read Galatians 3:10. Why is being under the Law a curse? Read Galatians 3:12 and react to this statement: The Law is not of faith. Read Galatians 3:13-14 and react to this statement: Jesus became a curse for me so that I could receive the Spirit by faith.

Brian Priebe | Executive Pastor | September 1, 2024 Reflection Questions: 1. Read Galatians 5:22-23 & Colossians 3:12-15. 2. Which one or two of the fruits of the Spirit listed in these two passages would you say you do the best job living out in your day to day life? 3. Which one or two of the fruits of the Spirit listed in these two passages would you say is an area you want to continue to grow in? 4. Read Galatians 5:13-14. What principles does Paul emphasize before he shares the fruits of the Spirit that help us cultivate a lifestyle promoting the fruits of the Spirit? 5. The sermon outlined a link between a simple life, margin and investment in relationships. Which of those things are aligned with our culture and which are not? Which are represented by your current lifestyle and which are not? What’s your next step? Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman

You are a threat to the enemy because God has predestined you, and though it may not seem like it, you are on course for Greatness! Don't ever think about giving up. Keep going. Read Galatians 6:9 and be encouraged to never grow weary when doing good because at the proper time, you will reap the harvest if you do NOT give up.Note: “necessary.” can be purchased as a paperback via Amazon. The audiobook can also be purchased on my new mentorship website at UnlockingGreatness.comListen to Unlocking Greatness Podcast with Zenja Glass on your favorite streaming platform! Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, and More. Much love,Z.Unlocking Greatness Podcast with Zenja GlassVisit https://www.UnlockingGreatness.com to join the “necessary. Retreat” Much love,Z.

Read Genesis 2: 15-17.1. What is a boundary and why are boundaries important?2. Pastor Mick told a story about a farmer putting up a fence. In whatways are boundaries ways of both “fencing in” and “fencing out”?3. What boundary did God set for Adam and Eve? What happened whenthey ignored the boundary? What can we learn from this?4. Read Proverbs 3: 5-6. What does this tell us about obeying theboundaries God sets for us, even if we don't fully understand why theyare important? What could happen if we don't adhere to God'sboundaries?5. Read Isaiah 55: 8-9. Have you ever applied this kind of logic whensetting boundaries for your own kids/grandkids? What does this meanfor your own relationship with God?6. In what ways can boundaries provide freedom?7. How can we better see boundaries as gifts from God? (Hint: thinkabout Sabbath)8. Read Galatians 5: 13. How does Paul instruct us to use our freedom?How might this relate to boundaries?9. Pastor Mick described boundaries as being like guard rails. What didhe mean by that? Do you agree? Why/why not?Prayer of the Week:Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of boundaries. Weconfess that we don't always like them, much less obey them, but we aregrateful for them. Please help us to do better at setting and living withinhealthy boundaries, and make your presence known to us even as weexperience the consequences of living outside of those boundaries. Guideus, Lord, toward living the lives you have created us to live, lives that areabundant and eternal. Help us receive your gifts of boundaries with joy,praise and thanksgiving as we allow them to shape our lives in accordancewith your will. We pray all of this in the strong name of Jesus, who livesand reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever. Amen.

-Share a favorite or least favorite trip with your family growing up. -Read Mark 3:31-35. In a strong familial society, how do you think the disciples would have felt about Jesus words and actions here? -In what ways do we and do we not treat our church community as “family?” What are aspects of a family we want to emulate and aspects we want to avoid? -Read Galatians 3:26. What do you think it may have felt like for the members of the early church who did not have Jewish heritage to be welcomed into God's family. What does it mean for us to be “heirs of Christ?” Live it out: Think of someone you know in our community that you could welcome in like family. Discuss who that might be and consider how you might reach out: a phone call, coffee, or meal together.

RATE! REVIEW! FOLLOW! Email me your thoughts, comments or questions at caniberealpodcast@gmail.com ○ Read: Romans 1:16-32 ○ Lesson 1: "the righteous will live by faith." § Righteous can be defined as: acting in accord with divine or moral law; free from guilt or sin § Righteousness means right relations between man and God ○ In verses 18-32, Paul lays out how the wicked live, and explains that God's wrath has been revealed against sinful humanity § God has made what may be known about Himself, plain to us □ Verse 20…"For since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities- his eternal power and divine nature- have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse." ® God has revealed himself not only in history but also in the beauty and order we experience in the His created world. ® Read Psalms 19:1-6 ® Read Acts 14: 15-17 □ Verse 21…"For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile (completely ineffective) and their foolish hearts were darkened." § Part of God's wrath involves abandoning individuals to the consequences of their wickedness □ It says 3 times in verses 24-32 that "God gave them over…" . God won't take your free will away ○ Read Habakkuk 4:2 (NLT) § ""Look at the proud! They trust in themselves, and their lives are crooked. But the righteous will live by their faithfulness to God."" ○ Read Zephaniah 2:3 (NLT) § "Seek the LORD, all who are humble, and follow his commands. Seek to do what is right and to live humbly. Perhaps even yet the LORD will protect you- protect you from his anger on that day of destruction." ○ Read Galatians 3:11 (NLT) § "So it is clear that no one can be made right with God by trying to keep the law. For the Scriptures say, "It is through faith that a righteous person has life."" ○ Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 NIV) § "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." ○ Remember the lesson: the righteous will live by faith. When judgement day comes, those who believe will stand before God clothed in the righteousness of Jesus ○ Read Isaiah 61:10 § "I am overwhelmed with joy in the LORD my God! For he has dressed me with the clothing of salvation and draped me in a robe of righteousness. I am like a bridegroom dressed for his wedding or a bride with her jewels." ○ And those who are godless are under God's wrath. Do not be misled, thinking that being a "good person" or doing "good things" is enough ○ Read Isaiah 64:6 We are all infected and impure with sin. When we display our righteous deeds, they are nothing but filthy rags. Like autumn leaves, we wither and fall, and our sins sweep us away like the wind." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel398/message

What would most people say Christians do? Pray, read the Bible, make disciples, give generously, forgive, love, serve, go to church, and share the gospel. In our new series, “ABIDE”, JP looks to John 15 to focus our thoughts on a true disciple is one who abides in Jesus and fruit is produced. We also learn when we are pruned, bring it to God and trust him to teach you to abide in Him and bear more fruit. John 15:1-8 The Father prunes fruitful branchesThe Son produces fruitThe fruit of the Spirit proves a disciple Life Group Questions:Read Galatians 5:22 – 23 and share with your group what is easy fruit for you and what is hard fruit?When was a time you experienced pruning and you felt so near to the Father learning to abide in Him?What did God do in your life when you experienced pruning and produced more fruit? 

What would most people say Christians do? Pray, read the Bible, make disciples, give generously, forgive, love, serve, go to church, and share the gospel. In our new series, “ABIDE”, JP looks to John 15 to focus our thoughts on a true disciple is one who abides in Jesus and fruit is produced. We also learn when we are pruned, bring it to God and trust him to teach you to abide in Him and bear more fruit. John 15:1-8 The Father prunes fruitful branchesThe Son produces fruitThe fruit of the Spirit proves a disciple Life Group Questions:Read Galatians 5:22 – 23 and share with your group what is easy fruit for you and what is hard fruit?When was a time you experienced pruning and you felt so near to the Father learning to abide in Him?What did God do in your life when you experienced pruning and produced more fruit? 

RATE! REVIEW! FOLLOW! Email me your thoughts, comments or questions: caniberealpodcast@gmail.com Show Notes: ○ Colossians 3 (NLT) § Colossians 3: 1-4 § Think about the things of heaven… □ Read Philippians 4:8 § Colossians 3: 5-17 § So put to death the sinful, earthly things…. And put on your new nature □ Read 2 Corinthians 5: 14-17 □ Read Galatians 3:26-29 § Clothe yourselves with… (think of the Fruits of the Spirit) § Live peacefully and in harmony with each other □ Read Galatians 5:22-23 § Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives □ Read Ephesians 2:4-10 § Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of Jesus □ Read 2 Corinthians 5:20- "So we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead. 'Come back to God!'" § Colossians 3: 18-4:1 § Paul calls out 6 groups of people- (this section is very similar to what Paul wrote in Ephesians) □ Wives submit ® Submit means "to yield oneself to the authority or will of another; to permit oneself to be subjected to something ® Read Ephesians 5:21-24 ® Submission requires humility □ Husbands love ® Read Ephesians 5:25-33 □ Children obey ® Ephesians 6:1-3 □ Fathers don't aggravate ® Read Ephesians 6:4 □ Slaves obey & work willingly ® Read Ephesians 6:5-8 □ Masters be just and fair ® Read Ephesians 6: 9 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel398/message

Here's my latest message that reveals the inherent problem with being under the Law. You'll also discover how the Ten Commandments and even the Sermon on the Mount play a role in revealing humanity's inability to keep God's true standard. Furthermore, we'll uncover the liberty believers can expect from God's grace and how this newfound freedom actually empowers us to say no to sin. Check out this message. I believe it will ignite a passion for living in the freedom that Christ has secured for you. Enjoy! Discussion Questions for 101 Bible Questions Freedom: 1. Read Galatians 3:10 and James 2:10. What's the issue with humans being under the Law? 2. Read 2 Corinthians 3:7-10 and Romans 7:7-8. How do we know the Ten Commandments are included in the issue? 3. How does the Sermon on the Mount factor in? 4. Read Galatians 4:4-5 and Hebrews 9:16-17. When did the New Covenant really begin? 5. Read Galatians 3:23-25 and Romans 10:4. What is the believer's relationship to the Law? 6. Read Romans 6:14 and Galatians 5:18. What can the believer expect now under God's grace? Why? 7. Read Titus 2:11-14. In your own words, how does the grace of God teach us to say no to sin? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

Here's my latest message that reveals the inherent problem with being under the Law. You'll also discover how the Ten Commandments and even the Sermon on the Mount play a role in revealing humanity's inability to keep God's true standard. Furthermore, we'll uncover the liberty believers can expect from God's grace and how this newfound freedom actually empowers us to say “no” to sin. Check out this message. I believe it will ignite a passion for living in the freedom that Christ has secured for you. Enjoy! Discussion Questions for “101 Bible Questions” – Freedom: Read Galatians 3:10 and James 2:10. What's the issue with humans being under the Law? Read 2 Corinthians 3:7-10 and Romans 7:7-8. How do we know the Ten Commandments are included in the issue? How does the Sermon on the Mount factor in? Read Galatians 4:4-5 and Hebrews 9:16-17. When did the New Covenant really begin? Read Galatians 3:23-25 and Romans 10:4. What is the believer's relationship to the Law? Read Romans 6:14 and Galatians 5:18. What can the believer expect now under God's grace? Why? Read Titus 2:11-14. In your own words, how does the grace of God teach us to say “no” to sin?

When we are angry, we end up doing or saying things that we regret. That's because our anger does not produce the righteousness of God (James 1:20). In this episode, let's recall the importance and role of the Holy Spirit as our Life Coach in order to help us realize the steps we can take to being more like Christ.   Read: Galatians 5:22–23; John 14:15–18; James 1:19–20; Luke 6:32–36   Poetry jam feedback: https://forms.gle/faQo7x6scE4bghQi6   Bible Study Sign up: https://forms.gle/qqukxBcKqpFtpqEb8   Submit a Question of a Topic Suggestion: https://www.un-associated.com/askchurchboy/   If you feel led, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to UN-ASSOCIATED HERE.  

RATE! REVIEW! FOLLOW! Email me your thoughts, comments or questions: caniberealpodcast@gmail.com Show Notes: ○ Galatians 5:22-23 ○ 1st and foremost, remember that these Fruits of the Spirit are all characteristics of God • Gentleness ○ Gentleness- the quality of being kind, tender, or mild-mannered; softness of action or effect ○ An exert from a devotional by Lauren Abraham: ○ A common misconception is that gentleness is weakness or passivity. True gentleness, however, is just the opposite. It requires great strength and self-control. Gentleness comes from a state of humility. Therefore, someone who lacks gentleness is often prideful and easily angered, or feels the need for revenge. (From ) ○ Gentleness is the humble and meek attitude of wanting to help others instead of wanting to be superior to them- an attitude that flows from a spirit of real love. ○ (Humility- a modest or low view of one's own importance.) ○ God's gentleness is characterized by love, grace, mercy and judgement. • Gentleness demonstrated by Jesus ○ Read Luke 5:27-31 ○ Read Luke 6: 35-36 ○ Read Luke 10:30-37 ○ Read John 8:1-11 • What about Us? ○ Read Philippians 2:1-8 ○ Read Philippians 4:5- Let your gentleness be evident to all. The LORD is near. ○ Read Colossians 3:12-13 ○ Read Galatians 6:1-2 Hebrews 13:8- Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel398/message

RATE! SHARE! SUBSCRIBE! Email me your thoughts, comments or questions: caniberealpodcast@gmail.com Listen and enjoy! Let me know what you think! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel- Can I Be Real? Podcast Follow me on Instagram- @raee.michele Join the South of Gaza Community Facebook Group to receive daily Bible scriptures and encouragement on your Facebook timeline! RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE! Show Notes: ○ The exact date it was written is unknown; Paul wrote it either during his 1st or 2nd missionary journey to Galatia ○ The church at Galatia likely faced heavy Greek and Roman cultural influences, which would have been confusing for the new converts. Many members of a legalistic Jewish party taught that salvation for Gentiles must include Jewish circumcision and adherence to the Mosaic Law. ○ Paul rejects the legalistic view and strongly defends that a person is justified by faith in Christ alone, not by the works of the law. • Read ○ Galatians 1 § Galatians 1:1-10 (read in CJB) § What is the Gospel or Good News? □ Paul says it in verses 3 & 4 □ Read: Romans 3:20-26 □ Read: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 § Any gospel other than this, is not the gospel at all! □ Read: 2 Peter 2:1-2 § Galatians 1:11-24 § In these verses, Paul defends that he was called by God, not by humans, nor was he taught by the apostles, but that he received the gospel message directly from a revelation from Jesus □ Paul tells of his conversion on the road to Damascus (Acts 9) □ Some think that Paul spent some time in solitary during those 3 years, but the Bible is not conclusive; regardless, Paul was preaching the gospel in Damascus before he became personally acquainted with Peter and James --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel398/message

BACK TO GALATIANS – Free in Christ means ALIVE in Christ. You and I have been made free, but not free from responsibility, but free from enslavement to SIN, the DEVIL and this WORLD. We are now slaves of the perfect master, our friend and savior Jesus Christ. We are freed to SERVE, and freed to LOVE, and freed to actually GET ALONG with each other. As we WALK in the Spirit, we enjoy an entirely new kind of LIFE, known for its joy, peace, kindness, service to others and love. READ Galatians 5 – the entire chapter in preparation for this Sunday, focusing on Verses 13-18.

The social Gospel – which isn't social OR gospel. Paul's strongest words and some of the most pointed in the New Testament about what to say about False Teachers. READ Galatians 5:7-12 and see if you can discover how teachers today are not of God, hindering the truth, contaminating the Church, even persecuting the saints, resulting in God's judgment and being cut off from God's people. STRONG WORDS and a huge help for us today

Enjoy this archived episode! Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!: The discomfort of tribulations can feel like endless suffering. This week we learn that God allowing pain in our lives will help our growth as Christians. There is growth in the Gutter! It is in the gutter that the fruits are the Spirit are most evident!   Read: Galatians 5:22-23 Watch full video episode here: https://youtu.be/u7KFjUT4d2g If led, please consider making  a tax-deductible donation to our ministry HERE.

Have you ever felt like you disappointed God? Do you have feelings of guilt and shame? Guilt is such an interesting feeling. It's a feeling that makes us think we are doing God a favor by separating ourselves from Him. But that could not be further from the truth. This week we challenge these unfavorable feelings with a reminder of God's word and His redeeming power.   Read: Galatians 5:1; John 8:2-11 If led, please consider making  a tax-deductible donation to our ministry HERE. Submit a Question or Topic Suggestion to Ask Kendra HERE

This episode is a sequel to "Manifestation Doctrine: Can Believers Practice Tarot Cards and Astrology?" we are joined by our friend Dena Williams (aka Dee) as we talk about her new book Scribes Over Signs. This book details ways to combat new age spirituality and serves as a reminder of God's holiness. We hope this episode can help you identify any of the ways witchcraft might have subtly entered your life or the life of your loved ones. Please stay prayed up and vigilant in the truth.   Read: Galatians 5:19-21  Order Dee's new book, Scribes Over Signs HERE.