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Main Text: Psalm 51:1–19 (ESV) To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet went to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba. 1Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin! 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight, so that you may be justified in your words and blameless in your judgment. 5 Behold, I was brought forth in iniquity, and in sin did my mother conceive me. 6 Behold, you delight in truth in the inward being, and you teach me wisdom in the secret heart. 7Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. 8 Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones that you have broken rejoice. 9 Hide your face from my sins, and blot out all my iniquities. 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. 11 Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit. 13 Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will return to you. 14 Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, O God of my salvation, and my tongue will sing aloud of your righteousness. 15 O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth will declare your praise. 16 For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it; you will not be pleased with a burnt offering. 17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise. 18 Do good to Zion in your good pleasure; build up the walls of Jerusalem; 19 then will you delight in right sacrifices, in burnt offerings and whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on your altar.Preaching Point: When confronted with the reality of your sin, we must respond to God in penitent faith, seeking his forgiveness and restoration.Teaching Points:Request God's Mercy (vv.1-2)Repent of Your Sin (vv.3-6)Ask for Inward Restoration (vv.7-12)Respond with Outward Profession (vv.13-17)Rebuild Communal Fractures (vv.18-19)Application Questions:Write down one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon. Why did it stand out to you? Read Psalm 51:1-2 and Luke 18:9–14. When you sin, how should you approach God? How does this differ from the ways our culture typically responds to sin and guilt?Read Psalm 51:3–6 and 2 Corinthians 7:9–10. What do these passages teach about the anatomy of genuine repentance? What does David recognize about his sin, himself, and God in Psalm 51:3-6?Read Psalm 51:7–12 and Ezekiel 36:25–27. What do these passages teach about the kind of cleansing and restoration you need from God? Read Psalm 51:13–17 and 2 Corinthians 5:17–20. How should experiencing God's mercy and forgiveness change the way you speak about him and serve him?What is one way you can publicly testify to God's mercy and grace toward you this week?Read Psalm 51:18-19 and Matthew 5:23–24. Why should genuine repentance include concern for how your sin affects others and the people of God? What responsibility do you have to pursue reconciliation when your sin has damaged relationships?Compare a healthy church that works to rebuild relationships damaged by sin with an unhealthy church that neglects that responsibility. What do these two churches look like?

The Journey to Joy goes through the desert space, but the reunion will be worth it.QUESTIONS FOR THE ROAD:1. Read Psalm 139:7-10. What thoughts do these verses stir in you? 2. How do you “set your mind” on your faith in God in practical ways? What could you do differently to increase this practice?3. Who is on the “Journey to Joy” with you? How can you connect to God's Church in a greater way?

DJ Manna shares three songs from the God With Us collection that remind us of one big truth—God is always near. Whether you're having a good day, a sad day, or a confusing day, these songs point to the comfort and joy we find in God's presence. You'll hear “God With Us,” “Psalm 146,” and “Shout Joyfully”—each one building from quiet trust to loud praise! What You'll Learn:

God's way is simply more epic than yours. Facts.Questions For the Road:1. Read Psalm 77, and remember a time when you resonated with where the psalmist was. How was God faithful in that season?2. Looking at where you find yourself today, where do you see evidence of God's Providence at work in your life? List them all: big and small. How does this practice help refocus you in this season?

God will never let go of you! If you have accepted Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of your life, he is committed to you and will keep you for all eternity. Jesus said, My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father's hand. I and the Father are one (John 10:27-30). Maybe you're thinking, “Yeah, but Mary, you don't know what I've done. I've committed a sin, knowingly, and I've wandered far from God.” That may be sadly true, but it doesn't change the promise Jesus gave us. If—and that is an important “if”—you have truly been born from above through faith in Jesus Christ, you can't even jump out of his hand. Your own disobedience and sin are not strong enough to break his grip on you. I would remind you of David, a man after God's own heart. You can't go much further wrong as a believer than David did, committing adultery and murder. He tried to cover it up, to bury it and forget it, but until he confessed it and admitted his guilt, he was the most miserable person alive. That's always true for a believer. If you are living in willful disobedience to God's principles, as a true child of God, you will be more and more miserable until you come to full repentance. Read Psalm 51 to remind yourself of David's agony because of his sin. None of us escape the consequences of our sin, whether believers or not, but nothing can separate a true believer from God's love. Not even our sin. I want to encourage you today to come back to God with a repentant heart, with a commitment to forsake your sin and walk in his way, and he will restore to you the joy of your salvation, just as he did to David. My own story corroborates this truth, for I foolishly chose to walk away from my commitment to God's principles for a period of ten years—ten long years. It wasn't ignorance, but it was a willful determination to run my own life and get what I wanted. I failed miserably in that endeavor, and at the end of my emotional and mental rope, I came back to God, truly repentant, and he has proven himself to be a God of great mercy and grace to me. That was many years ago, and I can testify God simply never let go of me. He let me run my own show, until I ran it into the ground, and then he restored me.

Main Text: Matthew 23:16–22 (ESV) 16 “Woe to you, blind guides, who say, ‘If anyone swears by the temple, it is nothing, but if anyone swears by the gold of the temple, he is bound by his oath.' 17 You blind fools! For which is greater, the gold or the temple that has made the gold sacred? 18 And you say, ‘If anyone swears by the altar, it is nothing, but if anyone swears by the gift that is on the altar, he is bound by his oath.' 19 You blind men! For which is greater, the gift or the altar that makes the gift sacred? 20 So whoever swears by the altar swears by it and by everything on it. 21 And whoever swears by the temple swears by it and by him who dwells in it. 22 And whoever swears by heaven swears by the throne of God and by him who sits upon it.Preaching Point: Knowing that every word is spoken before God should remind us to reject all forms of deception and to speak with honesty, clarity, and integrity.Teaching Points:Know God Hears Every Word (vv. 21–22)Refuse to Employ Deception (vv. 16–20)Aim for Simple Honesty (vv. 20–22)Application Questions:Write down one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon. Why did it stand out to you?Read Psalm 19:14 and Matthew 12:36–37. What do these passages teach you about the weight and accountability of your words before God?Where in your life do you speak carelessly, acting as though God is not listening? What would have changed in your conversations over the past seven days if you remembered that God heard every word you said?Read Proverbs 12:22, Acts 5:1–11, and 2 Corinthians 4:1–2. What do these passages teach about God's view of deception and his desire for truthfulness?Where are you most tempted to employ deception, even subtle kinds, at work, at home, at church, or online? What is one specific habit of deceptive speech you need to put away this week, and what truthful alternative should replace it?Read Matthew 5:33–37 and James 5:12. Why does Scripture call Christian's to a simple ‘yes' or ‘no' rather than a system of oaths, qualifiers, and assurances?In what kinds of conversations are you most tempted to avoid plain, straightforward honesty?What is one practical way you can grow in simple, straightforward honesty this week, and who can help hold you accountable?Title: The Seven Woes of Summer: Combating DeceptionMain Text: Matthew 23:16–22 (ESV) 16 “Woe to you, blind guides, who say, ‘If anyone swears by the temple, it is nothing, but if anyone swears by the gold of the temple, he is bound by his oath.' 17 You blind fools! For which is greater, the gold or the temple that has made the gold sacred? 18 And you say, ‘If anyone swears by the altar, it is nothing, but if anyone swears by the gift that is on the altar, he is bound by his oath.' 19 You blind men! For which is greater, the gift or the altar that makes the gift sacred? 20 So whoever swears by the altar swears by it and by everything on it. 21 And whoever swears by the temple swears by it and by him who dwells in it. 22 And whoever swears by heaven swears by the throne of God and by him who sits upon it.Preaching Point: Knowing that every word is spoken before God should remind us to reject all forms of deception and to speak with honesty, clarity, and integrity.Teaching Points:Know God Hears Every Word (vv. 21–22)Refuse to Employ Deception (vv. 16–20)Aim for Simple Honesty (vv. 20–22)Application Questions:Write down one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon. Why did it stand out to you?Read Psalm 19:14 and Matthew 12:36–37. What do these passages teach you about the weight and accountability of your words before God?Where in your life do you speak carelessly, acting as though God is not listening? What would have changed in your conversations over the past seven days if you remembered that God heard every word you said?Read Proverbs 12:22, Acts 5:1–11, and 2 Corinthians 4:1–2. What do these passages teach about God's view of deception and his desire for truthfulness?Where are you most tempted to employ deception, even subtle kinds, at work, at home, at church, or online? What is one specific habit of deceptive speech you need to put away this week, and what truthful alternative should replace it?Read Matthew 5:33–37 and James 5:12. Why does Scripture call Christian's to a simple ‘yes' or ‘no' rather than a system of oaths, qualifiers, and assurances?In what kinds of conversations are you most tempted to avoid plain, straightforward honesty?What is one practical way you can grow in simple, straightforward honesty this week, and who can help hold you accountable?

As time goes by, it's amazing to see how God's Word has ministered to our lives in various times and places.Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 78:32-40Wisdom - Proverbs 17:1-2Witness - JoelVisit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

kids will learn that lament is a type of prayer where we honestly talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, sad, or wrong. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn:

In this episode, we will wrap up our series in Psalm 62. Much like making coffee with my French press, which involves careful pressing and patient pouring, time spent with Jesus calls for a "pressing" in and a "pouring" out of all that is in our hearts, and then entrusting it into his care. When we are patient and careful to make this our regular practice, we find that God is our refuge!Read Psalm 62:1-8 Questions from today's episode: Do I have a time in my routine where I regularly sit in the presence of the Lord? If so, do I “show up” for this time with authenticity and vulnerability, pouring out my heart to the Lord? Is there something I want to say to God right now, in the quiet of these moments?

Sometimes I find myself working to defend my own honor. Can you relate at all? Do you ever find yourself in situations where you find yourself compulsively needing to correct someone's impression of your behavior? Or defensively reacting to any perceived “slight” toward your honor? In today's episode, we'll take a few minutes to consider another way, and whether our loving Savior Jesus has an invitation for us. Listen in!Read Psalm 62:1-8Questions from today's episode:  In what ways am I inclined to “defend my own honor”? Do I actually believe that both my salvation and my honor can be entrusted to God? Is there an invitation for me here today? How will I respond?

In today's episode, we finally get to the part of Psalm 62 where David, who wrote this psalm, seems to give us a clue as to what is troubling him, and we're also encouraged, once again, to give counsel to our own soul, based on truth and regardless of our circumstances. It's the kind of encouragement I need regularly, how about you?Read Psalm 62:1-8Questions from today's episode: Can I identify the work of the enemy in my life right now? Whether it is thoughts he is trying to feed me that would be destructive to relationships with others, or even if he is succeeding in using others to distract or do me harm? Or perhaps temptations that I am struggling to overcome? Am I able to feel the weighty cloud lift as I counsel myself along with the psalmist David, “Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him”? Is there an invitation from God for me here today? How will I respond?Possibly the most endearing version of "Think I'll Go Eat Worms"Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | April 26, 2026 Referenced Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, John 20:26-27, Matthew 14:28-31, Jude 1:22 Reflection Questions:1) What are doubts/questions you have about God or Christian faith? What is the root of your question? (What is your doubt about?) 2) How does God view our doubts? Does doubt mean a lack of faith? How can processing our doubts with God actually make our faith stronger? 3) Have you experienced the church as a safe/helpful place to express your doubts or questions? Why or why not? 4) Have you had the opportunity to help others process their doubt? Describe that experience. What did you learn from that experience? 5) Read Jude 1:22Be merciful to those who doubtWhat does it mean to be merciful to those who doubt? Describe how this would look in someone's life? How might it look for a person to not receive mercy? What is the cost of a lack of mercy? How could you grow in helping others process their doubts and questions? 6) Why would it be important to actually verbalize our doubts to God and other followers of Jesus? What does it mean to take our doubts to Jesus? What does this look like practically? What is the danger of trying to ignore or suppress our doubts and questions? 7) What questions or doubts do you have now that you need to verbalize to God and other followers of Jesus? BONUS STUDY:8) Read Psalm 73 of AsaphWhat observations can you make about processing doubts from this psalm? 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  Chapters (00:00:00) - Exploring Your Doubts(00:04:40) - The Great Commission(00:11:02) - Thomas and the Disbelievers(00:14:42) - Jesus asks Peter Why Did He Doubt?(00:22:09) - How to Engage Your Doubt(00:25:10) - What Are Your Doubts?(00:28:18) - Be Merciful to Those Who Doubt(00:32:12) - Be Right with Those Who Doubt

Over the next several episodes, the plan is to linger in several verses from Psalm 62, allowing the comfort of this Psalm to find its way deep into our souls. Today we'll focus in on verse 1. At any given point in time, any number of things in our lives can leave us in need of the kind of rest that only God can provide. As we spend just a few minutes together in this episode, we'll take time to consider what might be going on in our own lives right now that points to that need, and then we'll use our time of purposeful quiet to seek out that rest! Let's get started!Read Psalm 62:1-8 Questions from today's episode: Is there anything that your soul needs to find rest from today? As you sit with your Savior Jesus, perhaps quietly repeating this prayer, “as you will, and as you know, Lord, have mercy,” what is His Spirit saying to your spirit? Is there an invitation he is extending to you today? How will you respond?Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance

One final spiritual discipline and one final Sunday in Lent, Palm Sunday, we turn to the exercise of praise and worship. Read Psalm 95 and see you Sunday.

This message takes us on a journey into John 10, where Jesus declares Himself the Good Shepherd, but it challenges us to move beyond merely knowing this truth intellectually to experiencing it deeply in our souls. Through the lens of attachment theory and relational patterns, we discover that many of us relate to God through the wounds of our past, projecting onto Him the unavailability, criticism, or distance we experienced from earthly authority figures. Yet the entire biblical narrative, from Genesis to Revelation, reveals a God who relentlessly pursues us with love, who became vulnerable as an infant, who absorbed our sin and death on the cross, and who breathed new life into us through His Spirit. This is God as He truly is, not our wounded representations of Him. When we grasp that the Lord truly is our Shepherd who leads us beside quiet waters and walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death, we begin to experience the weight of glory that seems almost too good to be true.Main Points:- There is a vast difference between how we experience God and who God actually is- God exists as Father, Son, and Spirit in a perfect relationship of love that existed before creation- Throughout Scripture, God consistently pursues humanity despite repeated rebellion, demonstrating His nature as a Good Shepherd- The cross demonstrates that God absorbs all our pain, sin, and death, transforming it into new creation- Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit into us (John 20:22), paralleling the Genesis 2 creation account- God doesn't merely tolerate us; He delights in us as a father delights in his children- Our defensive relational patterns prevent us from experiencing God's true goodnessScripture Referenced:John 10 (The Good Shepherd discourse – primary focus)Genesis 2 (God breathing life into humanity)Genesis 3 (The Fall and Protoevangelium)Psalm 23 (The Lord is my Shepherd)John 20:22 (Jesus breathing the Holy Spirit on disciples)Hebrews 13:20-21 (Benediction about the Great Shepherd)Revelation 21-22 (New creation and God dwelling with humanity)Community Group Guide:Begin with PrayerBegin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present.Discussion Questions1. Read John 10:11-18. What specific characteristics of the Good Shepherd stand out to you?2. When you walk through your own valley of the shadow of death, what makes it difficult to believe that God is truly with you as a Good Shepherd rather than distant, angry, or critical?3. What “defense mechanisms” have you developed in your relationship with God that have been born out of an inaccurate view of God's character? (Examples: trying to earn His approval, keeping Him at a distance, performing spiritual disciplines out of fear rather than love)4. Nathan traced God's pursuing love from Genesis through Revelation. What does it mean to you that God chose to reveal Himself not as a conquering warrior but through the vulnerability of birth in a manger and service as a Shepherd?5. How does the cross ultimately demonstrate that God is truly good, even when our circumstances feel painful or confusing?6. “He suffers with you. He suffered for you.” How does this reality change the way you approach God in your darkest moments?Personal Reflection and Practical ApplicationRead Psalm 23 slowly each day this week1. Each day, focus on one verse and ask: “What does this verse reveal about God's character toward me?”2. Take note of any resistance or disbelief that arises and bring it honestly to God. Where are you struggling with an inaccurate view of who God is?3. Spend some time looking through Scripture for verses that remind you of God's specific characteristics or promises you are struggling to believe are true.4. Ask God to not only help you grow in understanding but also in experiencing His true character in your daily life. Praise God for who He is and His loving posture toward you as your Good Shepherd.Worship Setlist:Worthy of More; We Fall Down / Awesome in This Place; Cornerstone; Doxology; The Goodness of Jesus

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 23 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:Have you been reading through the Psalms with us so far? What have your experiences with these verses been like?Read Psalm 23 again: what stands out to you here? What claims is the psalmist making about God and/or God's character? What questions does the psalmist seem to be wrestling with? Have you ever felt like you're in “the valley of the shadow of death”? What happened in that experience? What helped you to move through it?Paul helpfully (and bluntly!) reminds us that believing God is really with us isn't always easy to do. Do you sometimes struggle with this? What shape do those struggles take?Paul also points out that God puts His reputation on the line for us in these verses! How does this idea shape/reshape what you think about this Psalm?Once again, this sermon concludes with the invitation to look at Jesus when we are afraid and full of doubts. Is this something you have ever done before? Is it something that feels hard to do? What questions do you still have about God's “nearness” in times of trouble? What hope might there be?

What do we do with our own anger, particularly when we have been hurt or betrayed? Are we supposed to pray these imprecatory psalms, or do we have to abandon them? Read Psalm 35 and see you Sunday.

In another pair of Psalms we look to the tools of repentance and confession and their importance for Christians personally and communally as we enter into the joy of salvation. Read Psalm 32 and thanks for listening!

As we continue in the Psalms, we turn to suffering, not something we typically consider a spiritual exercise, and look at perhaps the darkest of all the Psalms. Read Psalm 88 and thanks for listening! 

As we begin Lent, we first turn to the practice of meditation, of being still and knowing he is God, a practice particularly difficult in the age of cellphones, the internet, and constant distractions. Read Psalm 46 and 136 and thanks for listening!

Main idea:  The gospel advances through faithful encouragement, resurrection hope, and purposeful urgency. Faithful Encouragement: “How do we keep walking when the path ahead looks frightening?” Resurrection Hope: “What sustains us when death strikes?” Purposeful Urgency: “How will we spend the rest of our days He gives us?” Discussion Questions 1. Read Psalm 56:3–4. What does “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you” look like practically this week? Which threats are you rehearsing more than God's promises right now? 2. How would you explain to someone the difference between moral improvement and resurrection life in Christ? 3. What “good things” in your life may be quietly replacing the “best thing” of gospel priority? 4. What fear is most shaping your decisions right now?

Open Hands, 1 of 2 from February 15, 2026“How we steward God's gifts show our spiritual maturity.”Psalm 90:1-6 and 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 by Ryan Gagnon (@RyGagnon)SUMMARYThis sermon launches a new series on stewardship, teaching that everything belongs to God and must be held with open hands rather than clenched fists. Drawing on the Apollo 13 story, the Pastor Ryan compares the astronauts' use of limited resources to the church's call to steward time and spiritual gifts for the common good, since God patiently gives time and empowers redeemed people through the Holy Spirit. Spiritual maturity is seen in how we hold and use God's gifts for His redemptive purposes.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Hearing the Shepherd, 4 of 4 from February 1, 2026“When Jesus is our Shepherd we can be certain of His goodness.”Psalm 23:6 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon ends a series on Psalm 23 by showing how it speaks to everyday life, not just death. In verse 6, the Hebrew word for “follow” means to be pursued, so God's goodness and His steadfast covenant love (chesed) are actively chasing believers. This faithful love calls us to turn from sin, live as honored guests in God's household forever, and form daily habits of abiding in Christ, soaking in Scripture, and trusting His goodness rather than living cynically.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Hearing the Shepherd, 1 of 4 from January 11, 2025 “When Jesus is our shepherd we lack nothing we truly need.” Psalm 23:1-3 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon begins a four-part series on Psalm 23, urging listeners to expand their understanding beyond its common use at funerals. Pastor Michael examines who Yahweh is—the self-existent, merciful, gracious God full of steadfast love. He highlights that with Jesus as our shepherd, we truly lack nothing, although our desires are often misguided. The sermon encourages believers to assess their submission to Jesus' control over their lives, reminding them that Christ secured our provision through His suffering (Psalm 22) and will return to establish His eternal kingdom (Psalm 24).REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Read more about Project23 and partner with us as we teach every verse of the Bible on video. Our text today is Judges 18:25-29. And the people of Dan said to him, "Do not let your voice be heard among us, lest angry fellows fall upon you, and you lose your life with the lives of your household." Then the people of Dan went their way. And when Micah saw that they were too strong for him, he turned and went back to his home. But the people of Dan took what Micah had made, and the priest who belonged to him, and they came to Laish, to a people quiet and unsuspecting, and struck them with the edge of the sword and burned the city with fire. And there was no deliverer because it was far from Sidon, and they had no dealings with anyone. It was in the valley that belongs to Beth-rehob. Then they rebuilt the city and lived in it. And they named the city Dan, after the name of Dan their ancestor, who was born to Israel; but the name of the city was Laish at the first. — Judges 18:25-29 The Danites finally get what they wanted—a city, a priest, and a name. From the outside, it looks like triumph. But it's all built on theft and deceit. They conquered Laish not through faith, but through force. God never told them to take this land. They took it because it was easy. They called it "God's will," but it was just willpower. That's how sin disguises itself: it borrows the language of faith to bless the work of the flesh. The Danites built a city on the illusion of success. But anything built on disobedience will eventually collapse. We have all done this: We push instead of pray. We manipulate instead of trusting. We use strength, strategy, and spin to get what we want—and then call it God's blessing. But real victory never comes by force. It comes by faith. Faith waits when force demands. Faith obeys when ambition rushes. Faith surrenders when pride insists. The tribe of Dan won a city—but lost its way. Don't lose your way, do things God's way. ASK THIS: Where have you been pushing by force instead of walking by faith? Have you ever mistaken human success for God's blessing? What would it look like to stop striving and start trusting? How can you rebuild what's been done your way, God's way? DO THIS: Pause before your next decision—ask, "Am I forcing this, or is God leading it?" Read Psalm 127:1: "Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain." PRAY THIS: Lord, keep me from building by force what You've called me to build by faith. I don't want hollow victories or false success—only what's done in Your strength and truth. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Wait On You."

Do you ever feel invisible, like you're doing your best to follow Jesus, but still wonder, “Does my life really matter?”In this episode of the Binmin Popscast, Dr. Bob Martin (“Pops”) unpacks Psalm 139, unraveling its wonders, revealing you are fully known by God, deeply loved, purposefully designed, and never forgotten.Discover how the God who created galaxies also knows every detail of your heart. Learn what it means to rest in His presence, trust His design, and find your worth in His perfect love. This message will remind you that even when the world overlooks you, God never does.Watch this episode to:Understand how Psalm 139 proves you're never unseen or unwanted.Learn how God's presence doesn't depend on your emotions.See that your life is handcrafted by the Master Creator no mistakes, no accidents.Find peace in knowing God sees, knows, and loves you completely.Whether you're wrestling with loneliness, insecurity, or self-doubt, this episode will show you that your identity and purpose are secure in Him.#Binmin #Popscast #Psalm139 #ChristianPodcastSUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate0:14 - YOU ARE FULLY KNOWN BY GOD0:51 - WELCOME TO THE BINMIN POPSCAST0:58 - A WORLD OBSESSED WITH ATTENTION1:05 - WHEN YOU FEEL INVISIBLE1:25 - TOZER ON BEING KNOWN BY GOD1:37 - THE ACHE OF FEELING UNSEEN1:58 - GOD SAYS: I SEE YOU, I KNOW YOU, I MADE YOU2:15 - THE CREATOR WHO KNOWS EVERY THOUGHT2:56 - PACKER ON GOD'S KNOWLEDGE AND LOVE3:19 - GOD'S PRESENCE IS EVERYWHERE3:32 - WHEN FEELINGS AND FAITH COLLIDE3:50 - GOD'S PRESENCE DOESN'T DEPEND ON EMOTION4:23 - YOU ARE PURPOSEFULLY DESIGNED4:39 - YOU ARE NOT AN ACCIDENT4:52 - MAX LUCADO: YOU WERE DELIBERATELY PLANNED5:21 - KNOWN, LOVED, AND SECURE IN GOD5:41 - YOU ARE A MASTERPIECE IN PROGRESS6:01 - READ PSALM 139 AS YOUR PRAYER6:26 - FINAL ENCOURAGEMENT & BLESSINGJOIN the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH BINMIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Questions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEAVE A REVIEW on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

As we begin the season of Advent, we try to better understand this familiar story by exploring what some of the images of Advent meant in the Old Testament, to see the Advent story through Old Testament eyes, beginning with the Bethlehem Star. Read Psalm 19 and thanks for listening! 

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

Pastor explains how Jesus interpreted Psalm 23

This episode is being released the day before the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. Today's scripture highlights the practice of thanking God for what He has done, and it makes an interesting connection between gratitude and hope. Listen in!Read Psalm 52:9Questions from today's episode: What am I grateful for today? What do I have to be grateful for every day? As I take time to be grateful for these things, do I perceive even a tiny spark of hope igniting within me? Am I willing to commit to a spiritual practice of beginning each day with gratitude for a period of  time, being watchful for how it impacts my life in big and small ways?

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, I open up about one of life's most difficult questions: Why do bad things happen to good people? As I record this, I'm navigating my own moment of vulnerability—battling a cough and mild fever while reflecting on what it means to stay faithful when life doesn't feel fair.     Through a tender conversation with my visiting mom, I explore the tension between human suffering and divine love, and how faith can sustain us even when the answers aren't clear. So often, we fall into the trap of believing that illness or hardship is a form of punishment from God—but that couldn't be further from the truth. I share how I've learned to see these moments not as evidence of God's absence, but as reminders of His presence.     We live in a broken world, yes—but God's love never breaks.If you've ever questioned why pain touches those who do good, or felt disappointed by unanswered prayers, this episode will remind you of one powerful truth: you never walk alone. Even in hardship, grace is moving, healing is unfolding, and love is holding you.      

Bob Schwahn  |  Lead Pastor  |  November 9, 2025 Referenced Scripture:  Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:15-35, Psalm 34:18, Hebrews 5:7-8, Hebrews 4:15-16   Reflection Questions:  1. How have you experienced pain and suffering in this life?  How have you seen suffering in the lives of people that you love?  Share some specific examples from your life.   2. What questions come to your heart and mind when you walk through pain and suffering?  What questions do you have about God when you are suffering?   3. How does suffering affect your view of God?  Do you experience Him as closer or further away?  Do you tend to move closer to Him or do you tend to move away?  Explain.   4. Read Romans 8:2828 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.   In what ways have you seen pain and suffering either challenge or grow your faith?   How has suffering produced good things in your life?  How has it changed you for the better?  Share some specific examples.   5. How would you describe the biblical practice of lament?  Why do you think lament is so prominent in the psalms?  What does this tell us about the reality and normalcy of experiencing suffering?   6. What benefits can you see in praying laments to God?  How have you found praying lament helpful in your life?  What has been your experience?   7. Recall the illustration from the sermon of the hand in front of your face (circumstances/suffering):Why is it important to focus on the hand (name and acknowledge the reality of your suffering) and focus on the distance (God's character/promises/faithfulness and future redemption of all things)?   8. Read Psalm 22 (a psalm of lament)What parts focus on the pain/suffering of life (hand) and what parts focus on the faithfulness of God (distance)?  Why do you think it is important to identify and name both of those clearly when we are praying lament?    9. What is a situation of pain and suffering in your life right now?  Write a short psalm (prayer) of lament focusing both on the challenge and complaint as well as the character of God and your trust in Him...

Complaining about our bodies or our personalities is a "Great-American-Pastime" it would seem. But the scriptures confront that habit in Psalm 139, when the psalmist declares that he is "fearfully and wonderfully made". In today's episode we'll linger in the imagery of being "knit together" in our mother's wombs. Listen in!Read Psalm 139:13-14Questions from today's episode: Linger in the beauty that God knit each one of us together in our mother's womb and is intimately acquainted with everything about us. He declares that you are fearfully and wonderfully made! As you meditate on this truth, is your loving Creator inviting you to surrender your complaint about any part of you, either a physical trait or a personality trait, and instead to praise and thank Him for making you exactly as you are? Would you invite Him to show you how He might use that trait as a blessing to others?Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance

Teacher: Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Waldgate Chapel: A New Creation Sunday(00:06:07) - Fall Retreat 2019(00:08:22) - A Prayer for the Retreat(00:09:40) - Free Soul(00:14:16) - All God's Gifts(00:16:17) - Honoring the Elders and Deacons(00:16:55) - Read Psalm 145(00:20:57) - Psalm 145(00:25:13) - A Celebration of the Life of the Baptists(00:29:26) - 3 Things That Jesus Did For You(00:31:35) - What Does Jesus Do For You?(00:35:42) - Isaiah the Christian: What Did Jesus Do For Me(00:36:33) - Baptism for Middle School Students(00:40:09) - Be baptized by Your classmates(00:41:58) - Be baptized in the Water(00:45:17) - 19 Women Who Choose To Be Baptized(00:53:51) - The Story of God's Baptism(00:55:37) - Wonders of the World(01:07:07) - Hell Lost Another One

In this episode, we gently walk through thepain we carry, the patterns we've lived, and the possibilities ahead. With honesty, grace, and a few hard questions, you'll be invited to reflect on where you've been and where God might be leading you next.request access to Stories Only Strangers Can See: https://bit.ly/stories-only-strangers-can-see-accessassignments:1. What is your pain?       List 3–5 of your most painful life experiences you've made it through.      For each, write 1–2 life lessons you learned.         Read Psalm 42 as a reflection.2. Who are your voices?     List 3 hurtful things said to you in your life.Find a Scripture that speaks truth over each one.               List 3 encouraging things others have said. Write them on post-its and put them around your home.            Write a thank-you note to one encourager.3. Who are you?               Journal your answers to these:o       What do I love to do?o       What am I good at?o       What drives me crazy?o       What makes me cry?o       What would I do with unlimited time, energy, and money?o       Who do I want to help? And how?              Then ask: What is my “so that”?4. Write your manifesto.Use phrases like:           I am God's handiwork...           What was meant for harm, God meant for good.                 I will be fearless in the execution of my calling.               Let the dogs bark. I've got work to do.               I am the unconditionally beloved daughter of the FatherGod and He is smiling down on my life and work.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09/10/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Announces The Death of Charlie Kirk/Christian Self-Defense?/Treatment of Prisoners ow War/Matt Discusses The Christian Approach Toward Loving Our Enemies/ Should We as Believers "Expect" Persecution?/ A Caller Exhorts us to Read Psalm 37 for Comfort/ The Thief on The Cross—Is His Reward Greater Than Others?/A Parable Explained/ Pentecostal vs. Reformed Theology--The Gifts of The Holy Spirit/ A Caller Talks About His Visit to a Local Mormon Church/ September 10, 2025

Send us a textShame, apathy, and the weight of sin— just a light topic for this week's episode. Court and Meghan were chatting about the reality of their lives lately and realized the importance of confession and the sacraments that heavily combat the sins of apathy and shame. So grab your Catholic girlies, share this with your local community, and realize that we have to fight the evil one head on. Discussion questions:1. Read Psalm 140 and share what stood out to you. 2. Why do you think the sacrament of confession can feel so scary or dreadful? 3. What are some of your preferred ways to hold each other accountable to go to confession regularly? The Little Catholic: To Shop handmade Catholic jewelry that lasts, head to www.thelittlecatholic.comand use code DAILYNOTHINGS20 for 20% off your order.Support our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review.

  Suffering's Transformative Power in Faith and Mental Health   What if suffering isn't the enemy—but the doorway to beauty, connection, and hope? Psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson joins host Curtis Chang for a raw and redemptive conversation on how pain, anxiety, and fear of abandonment shape our lives and our faith. Grounded in both Scripture and neuroscience, this episode challenges the myths we carry about control and invites us into deeper attachment with God and others.   (00:01) - Exploring Suffering and Transformation (11:30) - Exploring Suffering and Connection (12:45) - The Object of God's Glory and the Object of God's Wrath (25:09) - Embracing Suffering With Community and Compassion (36:57) - Inviting Healing and Transformation Through Suffering   Drawing upon material from a past conversation, this episode provides ideas about emotional resilience and spiritual formation through suffering. Donate to Redeeming Babel   Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Thompson's The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope Dr. Thompson's Anatomy of the Soul: Surprising Connections Between Neuroscience and Spiritual Practices That Can Transform Your Life and Relationships C.S. Lewis's The Voyage of the Dawn Treader C.S. Lewis's The Weight of Glory   Scripture mentioned in this episode: Read Mark 10:35-40 (ESV) - Jesus' question to James and John Read Genesis 2:16-18 (ESV) - God tells the man He will surely die Read Genesis 1-3 (ESV) - The narrative of creation and fall, as the origins of suffering Read John 1:14 (ESV) - Jesus is God's glory Read Psalm 22 (ESV) - The Psalm quoted by Jesus in the Gethsemane   More from Dr. Curt Thompson: Dr. Thompson's website Dr. Thompson's The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe About Ourselves Dr. Thompson's The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   Sign up: Redeeming Babel Newsletter    

DJ Manna shares three songs from the God With Us collection that remind us of one big truth—God is always near. Whether you're having a good day, a sad day, or a confusing day, these songs point to the comfort and joy we find in God's presence. You'll hear “God With Us,” “Psalm 146,” and “Shout Joyfully”—each one building from quiet trust to loud praise! What You'll Learn:

Sunshine reveals God's character. In today's prayer and devotional, Chelsey DeMatteis reflects on the simple but powerful gift of warm, sunny days—and how they echo God's grace and goodness. Through her personal experiences and biblical truths, she encourages us to slow down and recognize the presence of God in everyday beauty. Sunny days aren’t just weather patterns; they are soul-deep reminders of God’s faithfulness, mercy, and the light of Christ. Scripture Observation and Application: Sunshine reveals God's character – warmth, joy, mercy, and light. Creation declares God’s glory (Psalm 19:1), and each sunrise and sunset can prompt heartfelt gratitude. Children’s simple thankfulness—like Chelsey’s son—can guide us toward deeper worship. Scripture reminds us: God is the ultimate source of light, both in nature and in our lives. Scripture to Meditate On: Psalm 19:1 – The heavens proclaim God's glory John 8:12 – Jesus is the light of the world John 1:5 – Light overcomes darkness Psalm 119:105 – God’s word lights our path 1 Peter 2:9 – Called out of darkness into marvelous light 2 Corinthians 4:6 – God shines light into our hearts

Some of us will get long-term illnesses and others will not, but we will all face illness and suffering of some sort. It is helpful to remember that though God allows our fallen world to continue, He is not the author of anything evil. Rather, He is the Author of everything good. We can trust that He will carry us through all our earthly days. - Vivian Bricker In today’s episode of Your Daily Prayer, Vivian Bricker offers an honest and heartfelt reflection on walking with God through the ongoing struggles of long-term illness. Sharing from her personal journey with Crohn’s disease and other health challenges, Vivian reminds us that even in suffering, God’s presence is a source of daily strength, hope, and healing. Topics covered: Chronic illness and daily faith Finding God’s strength in weakness Recognizing unexpected blessings Living with hope in suffering God’s comfort for the sick Scripture References Psalm 41:3 “The Lord sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness.”

As you walk in the ways of the Lord, be steadfast in the pursuit of His Word. It will lead and guide you to a deeper understanding of your Father’s heart and give you a glimpse into all He desires for your life. - Chelsey DeMatteis In today’s episode of Your Daily Prayer, Chelsey DeMatteis shares a heartfelt reflection on the power of repentance and the comfort found in God's Word—especially through the Psalms. Drawing from Psalm 91 and Psalm 119, she encourages us to seek God as our refuge, bring our whole selves before Him, and embrace His forgiveness and grace. Topics covered: Why the Psalms are vital for spiritual growth How God’s Word leads us to repentance Trusting God as our refuge and fortress The transforming power of Scripture Encouragement to boldly share God’s truth with others Scripture References Psalm 91:1–2 “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’”