Podcasts about rejoices

Paul teaches the church about the nature of love. II. Nature A. Patience 1. Long-suffering 2. Kind—love disposes a man to do good B. Humility 1. Envies not 2. Vaunts not itself 3. Is not puffed up 4. Does not behave unbecomingly 5. Love seeks not its own 6. Is not easily provoked 7. Thinks no evil C. Joy 1. Rejoices not in iniquity 2. But rejoices in the truth D. Goodness 1. Bears all things 2. Believes all things 3. Hopes all things 4. Endures all things Application A. Are you displaying these characteristics of love? B. Thank the Lord for His love 1. He was patient 2. He was humble 3. His love was pure, as He rejoiced in truth 4. His love endured all kinds of suffering 5. His love led Him to the cross

It's Monday, August 25th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus 2 arrested in Illinois church arson Authorities in southern Illinois, responding to a call on July 24, have arrested two men in connection with the arson and vandalism of McKinney Chapel Freewill Baptist Church in the town of Marion, reports International Christian Concern. Damage estimates to the property are expected to exceed $300,000. Ethan Lam, arrested on July 30, and Chad Krueger, arrested on August 14, were both charged with place of worship arson and criminal damage to property.  Attacks on American churches throughout the nation appear to be more prevalent in recent years. Romans 1:29-30 says, “They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are … God-haters, insolent, arrogant and boastful; they invent ways of doing evil; they disobey their parents.” Kamala Harris' disastrous appearance on CBS' Late Show Former Vice President Kamala Harris appeared on CBS's Late Show with Stephen Colbert last month promoting her new book entitled 107 Days, reports Newsbusters.org. It was a disaster. Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, tweeted, “Colbert lost CBS $40 million dollars a year because not enough people watched, so CBS canceled it. Kamala cost her donors $2 billion dollars in 107 days and she lost in an electoral landslide. America rejected both of them, so now they're blaming America. Look in the mirror!” Take a listen to Stephen Colbert who makes wildly inaccurate claims about the national American mood and Trump's second term.  It's followed by another characteristic “word salad” by Kamala Harris that doesn't make a lick of sense. Listen. COLBERT: “The national mood is so grim in many ways. And people are so shocked by the abuses and the abhorrent corruption …” HARRIS: “Yep.” COLBERT:  “and the violence against neighbors happening in the United States …” HARRIS: “Yeah. Understandable.” COLBERT:  “by our government …” HARRIS: “Yeah.” COLBERT: “and the free reign being given by Congress and the Supreme Court to this President, …” HARRIS: “Yeah.” COLBERT: “that just, less than a year ago, things were very joyful. There was, there was actually a lot of hope associated with your campaign, and there was a lot, there was a lot of promise that we might actually not only keep this absolute barbarian out of the White House …” HARRIS: “Yeah.” COLBERT: “but also we might actually make progress as, as a country with the type of people that we wanted to see in office, and a younger, more vital …” HARRIS: “Yeah.” COLBERT: “revived political consciousness in America. What do you think of when you look back at that, that time and that feeling?” HARRIS: “What I look back at is, as I said, how people realized the commonality and the collective strength and our collective love of our country. We love our country. And the thing about that experience is exactly what propels me to think about this moment and the future and not look back too much, which is: those same people, they're still here.” For the men of the late night comedy talk shows, the first half of 2025 was an instance of history repeating itself. According to a NewsBusters study, 99 percent of their political guests were on the Left, matching the result for the last six months of 2024. Black pastor rejoices that Black Entertainment suspended its Hip Hop awards show Pastor John Amanchukwu said that revival may be burgeoning in the black community, and that he believes interest is waning in what he described as the debauchery afflicting much of black pop culture in recent decades, reports The Christian Post. Amanchukwu, an author and preacher from North Carolina who wrote the 2022 book Eraced: Uncovering the Lies of Critical Race Theory and Abortion, also suggested the Left has done much to alienate many black men, a trend he claimed manifested during the 2024 presidential election. Amanchukwu, who was formerly a football player for North Carolina University, recently spoke out on his podcast in favor of the decision of Black Entertainment Television (BET) indefinitely suspending its Hip Hop Awards and Soul Train Awards after 38 years. The 2025 BET Awards in June saw a significant drop among the key 18-49 demographic, cratering by almost 50% from the 2024 ceremony, according to TV Ratings Guide. AMANCHUKWU: “BET suspending these award shows isn't a cultural tragedy. It's a long overdue mercy killing. “These ceremonies became annual worship services for filth, degrading women, and the men allowed the women to be exploited.” Proverbs 11:22 says, “Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman without discretion.” AMANCHUKWU: “It glorified violence and celebrat[ed] ghetto dysfunction. That is the culture that they're trying to push upon blacks. “To see that these award shows are going away, that is a good sign for black America. It means that not enough minorities are tuning in because they have become disinterested. That is a good thing.” Purposeful vacation in Branson, Missouri this fall Want to take a purposeful family vacation to Branson, Missouri? Consider attending The Family Reformation Conference at the beautiful Hillside Hotel from Wednesday, October 29th through Friday, October 31st. Speakers include Robert Bortins, CEO of Classical Conversations, Israel Wayne, father of 11 and author of Raising Them Up: Parenting for Christians, Dr. Jim Orrick, the author of Mere Calvinism and Seven Thoughts Every Christian Ought to Think Every Day, and Rebecca Robinette, whose father and brothers tragically died in a house fire, who oversees Mission to Myanmar. Learn more and register at TheFamilyReformationConference.com. That's TheFamilyReformationConference.com.  Cracker Barrel's woke rebranding cost the chain almost $100 million And finally, Cracker Barrel, a restaurant and gift store chain with a Southern country theme, lost almost $100 million in market value last Thursday after its stock plunged following the release of a new, sanitized logo, reports CBS News.  It was founded in 1969 and today operates 660 locations across America.  The new design eliminates a longstanding drawing of an overall-clad man leaning against a barrel, in favor of a cleaner logo featuring just the chain's name. The man and barrel in the old logo represented "the old country store experience where folks would gather around and share stories." According to Cracker Barrel's own website, the man they eliminated from the logo is based on Uncle Herschel McCartney, the real uncle of Cracker Barrel founder Dan Evins.   Ken Blackwell with the Family Research Council wrote, “He wasn't a corporate mascot; he was family. His values inspired the restaurant's entire culture, and they even named a breakfast plate after him. Now, Cracker Barrel's corporate leadership has erased him. The logo has been stripped down into bland, soulless minimalism in the name of ‘modernization.' But let's be honest: this isn't modernization. It's the same tired playbook we've seen from Bud Light, Target, and Disney … sacrificing tradition to appease activists who never even eat there. And the result is always the same: go woke, go broke.” Shares of Cracker Barrel fell $4.22, or 7.2%, to $54.80 per share in Thursday trading, shedding $94 million in market value. The stock had dipped to a low of $50.27 earlier in the day, representing a loss of almost $200 million in its capitalization. However, it's not just about the logo redesign, but the new menu items and redecorated stores that eschew the chain's old-timey approach in favor of a more modern taste and look.  Some suggest that the woke changes are connected to the fact that the BlackRock Investment Firm holds 3,317,812 shares of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, which represents 14.9% of the company's outstanding shares. This substantial stake indicates that BlackRock is indeed a major institutional investor in Cracker Barrel, though not necessarily a controlling one. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, August 25th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Walking in the Gospels - Week 26, Day 5 Does God Really Care About Our Salvation? Luke 15:1-10 & Psalm 127 Pastor Jason Van Bemmel - pastor@foresthillpca.org Forest Hill Presbyterian Church - www.foresthillpca.org Teaching on all Psalms - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzHvgv0sYVDm4dJxoX6IpCuLlsgksxUg&si=3_k0WfrC8SI450qx

This is part 8 of the series Love One Another. In this message Pastor Vern teaches on the fact that love will rejoice with others. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pacbible.org/

Today's Promise: Isaiah 62:5 How does God see you? How do you see yourself before God? This promise gives us a great insight into how God sees us. God sees you the same way a groom sees his new bride. As part of His church, you are the bride of Christ. You are the focus of His attention. He waits in anticipation for you to be with Him throughout all eternity. You need never live in fear, shame, or feel insignificant. The God of the universe is overjoyed with you. You are his bride, and He is your groom.

Paul is falsely accused and arrested, and endures many troubles and hardships, including imprisonment, a shipwreck, and plots to kill him.Find more at https://timharner.com

The Lord Rejoices When You Repent!Luke 15:7 “Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.”The topic for tonight's mentoring session is God's joy over repentance. This verse is an excellent example of how much God loves us and how happy He is when we repent. Many of us think God is just waiting for us to mess up so he can say, “I told you so,” and then punish us. The truth is that God is waiting there for us with open arms, just waiting for us to repent. When we do, He rejoices.The verse says there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance. I think it is essential to know this because we tend to put righteous people on a pedestal. We look at people who seem to be doing it all right and think that God likes them more than us. We believe they are highly favored, and we are not. We could never compare to them, so why bother trying to be as good as they are?This verse is telling us that this is not true. It tells us that God rejoices more over us sinners who repent and turn back to Him than He does over the 99 that didn't need to repent. God loves you in the middle of all of your mess. He loves you even when you mess up. He loves you even when you don't feel lovable. He loves you even when you are sure you finally did it this time. You finally did something that is so bad, He will never be able to forgive you. He loves you even then and is just waiting for you to repent so he can forgive you, pick you up in His arms, and give you a big hug. God loves all of his children, even those of us who mess up and sin. Even if we mess up and sin a lot, He still loves us.This is such an important thing for us all to know. Actually, not just know, but to fully embrace. The enemy loves to take up space in our heads. Did you know another name for the devil is the accuser? Revelations 12:10 says, “Then I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, “Now the salvation, and the power, and the kingdom of our God and the authority of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren has been thrown down, he who accuses them before our God day and night.” Satan is constantly telling God how bad we are and accusing us of all the things he thinks are so terrible that God shouldn't forgive us. Even satan doesn't understand the Lord. He doesn't understand why the Lord would forgive us. It makes no sense to him. And I kinda get it. I mean, we can be pretty awful to the Lord sometimes. We can say and do some pretty mean things, especially when we are mad.I mean, think about how we feel when our kids do unkind things to us. My sister and I were just talking yesterday about how we don't understand how kids can go from being so sweet one minute to saying the most cruel things the next. This can be us with God sometimes. When things aren't going our way, when we are stressed out, when we are frustrated, or when we feel like we are at the bottom of a deep, dark pit, we may lash out at the Lord and say very unkind things. We don't usually mean them, but in that moment, we say them anyway.We can also hurt the Lord when things are going well. We do this by taking credit for all the good in our lives. We do this by thinking we can do things by ourselves and that we don't need God. We only call upon him when we need him and forget about Him when things are going good. I am sure this is also painful to the Lord. I know it is painful to me when my kids only come to me when they need something. He wants to be there celebrating with us in the good times, too. He wants to give us a revelation about how we got to where we are, but we need to go to seek Him. We need to look back at where we were and where we are and see all that God has done to get us where we are today.God is so good and so faithful. He patiently waits for us to see the error of our ways and repent and turn back to Him. And when we do, he rejoices, and so does the rest of heaven!Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening today. Lord, we are grateful that you love us and that you forgive us. We are sorry that we offend you so often and are grateful that you never give up on us. We are grateful you keep patiently waiting for us to get it together and repent and turn back to you. We love you, Lord, and we ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's holy name, Amen!Today's Word from the Lord was received in November / December 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “I am here with my joy, my children. Come and have your fill. Let the rhythm of my joy spread to one and all. Announce to the world that the Lord has come.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

Today's Scripture passages are Psalm 63 | Psalm 54 | Psalm 119:129-160 | Psalm 119:169-176 | Luke 15:1-10 | 2 John 1.Read by Christina Edmondson.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

Stephen Andersen. Psalm 119:137-144. "In times of zeal and trouble delight in God's righteousness whose word is forever righteous."

God is love, but God is also light and truth and just.  He is a God who is merciful and forgiving, but who will by no means clear the guilty.  Jesus is not only the Savior of sinners but the Judge of all men.  This is why the true prophets had broken hearts and Jesus Himself wept over Jerusalem, a city that hated Him.  It is also why the father of the prodigal son joyfully celebrated his son's return home after facing the truth about himself.Support the show

How should we navigate the ups and downs of life? What does wisdom look like in the face of the highs and the lows of life? Listen to find out from Pastor Jonathan Tan, who gave his sermon based on Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:14.  

Prodigal Son

Though everything may fail around us, we will rejoice in the LORD and His salvation, and we will find strength in Him.

Series: Encouragement for Pilgrims on the WayScripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13Speaker: Pastor David HallettHave you ever been separated from someone you love deeply—maybe a child, a close friend, or a fellow believer—and found yourself anxiously wondering how they're doing? That's the kind of love Paul expresses for the Thessalonian believers in today's passage. His heart is like that of a parent torn away from a beloved child. He longs to see them, worries about their spiritual well-being, and even fears that his ministry among them might have been in vain. But then comes the good news: Timothy returns with a joyful report of their steadfast faith and love. Paul's anxious heart overflows with thanksgiving and relief. Yet Paul doesn't stop there. He prays earnestly that their love for one another would increase, and that their holiness would deepen—so they would be ready to stand blameless before Jesus at His return. This is love that longs, rejoices, and grows. We, too, need to ask God to shape our hearts with the same Christlike love for one another, to be ready for the day Jesus comes again.

HT2260 - Creativity Rejoices in Routine Two creative individuals who I particularly admire are Anthony Trollope and Johannes Brahms. What these two have in common and have provided as examples for the creative life is the consistency of their creative output by the routines they religiously kept. Show your appreciation for our free weekly Podcast and our free daily Here's a Thought… with a donation Thanks!

Mayb 14, 2025

Sermon Text: Isaiah 54 Teacher: Josh Armstrong Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 2:4-10

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Eric Jensen is joined by YB and Ohio Phil to discuss Tee Higgins and Jamar Chase staying in Cindy plus check in on some storylines they wish would disappear. Draft show back next week but Wednesday show on a hiatus until mid April. 

Today's Scripture passages are Exodus 38 - Exodus 39:7 | Psalm 38 | 2 Corinthians 7:2-16.Read by Christina Edmondson. Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

There are no lapses in God's commitment or in his joy in doing good to his children — to those who trust him.

The Bible is truth. We hope that during this message you will be encouraged and challenged to trust in God and allow the truth of His word to truly set you free. Thanks for listening today.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Russia's reaction to President Trump's handling of Ukraine.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the reaction of Ukraine's President to President Trump's handling of peace talks.

Tom Brady remains the GOAT and Curtis could not be happier

Repentance awakens us to the gravity of our sin, which prepares us to receive with true rejoicing the good news of forgiveness through Jesus.

A Needham man is grateful for his cousin's release from Hamas captivity on Saturday morning. Needham resident Jason Greenberg told WBUR Weekend Edition host Sharon Brody that his cousin, Ofer Kalderon looked gaunt and seemed disoriented when he was freed. Greenberg adds that his cousin is "overjoyed" to be reunited with family.

Israel is rejoicing over the release of 8 hostages and looking forward to welcoming 3 more on Saturday. In the icy waters of the Potomac River, divers have recovered most of the dead from the wreckage of an American Airlines jet and Army ...

Israel is rejoicing over the release of 8 hostages and looking forward to welcoming 3 more on Saturday. In the icy waters of the Potomac River, divers have recovered most of the dead from the wreckage of an American Airlines jet and Army ...

With 23 pro-lifers pardoned last week, we talk with Paul Vaughn, father of 11 who was arrested for praying for the unborn outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. Offering a gripping account of the moments FBI agents arrived at his home to now being pardoned, Vaughn says his Christian faith carried him through the entire adversity. After a contentious RFK hearing on Capitol Hill, Mary Fiorito answers the question the HHS nominee had difficulty answering: Yes, states with pro-life laws can help pregnant women suffering from miscarriage and other complications. We also check in with Becket senior counsel Will Haun as the Supreme Court is expected to take up a very important case that is bringing parents of all faiths together in Maryland as they fight to keep pride books out of the classroom. Msgr. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for the Presentation of the Lord. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET and %pmET EWTN radio!

We speak with pro-life activist Paul Vaughn about his recent pardon from President Trump. Teresa's Shrines & Wonders segment. Joan Lewis brings us the latest Vatican news.

Today's Promise: Zephaniah 3:17 Did you know that God rejoices over you? So many Christians feel God is mad or frustrated with them. They think their Christian life is just one big disappointment to God. They come to God in prayer, filled with regret, shame, and embarrassment. God holds you in his arms and sings over you. He looks down from heaven and declares, "That's my boy! That's my girl! I love them so much! I am so proud of them!" Today, God is singing over you the way a proud father sings over his newborn child.

1 John 1:1-4

In this episode of Home Business Profits, Ray Higdon explores the importance of not despising small beginnings, especially as we enter the new year 2025.   Drawing from Zechariah 4:10 and Ephesians 4:26-27, Ray encourages listeners to rejoice in starting new ventures and making positive changes. He also emphasizes the significance of not going to bed angry, whether at others or oneself, and relates this to scriptural teachings.   Tune in for spiritual and practical advice on embracing new starts with a positive mindset.   ** JOIN THE 1K CHALLENGE - the1kchallenge.com   ** JOIN THE ALL ACCESS PASS - https://higdongroup.com/aap  

Deaconess Sandra Rhein, Sacred Music Educator serving the Lord in the LCMS Asia Region, joins Andy to discuss the history of All My Heart Again Rejoices (LSB 360). Angels We Have Heard on High used with permission from TheHymnalProject.com a resource of the Michigan District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org.

Dr. Arthur Just of Concordia Theological Seminary-Ft. Wayne, IN “Heaven on Earth: The Gifts of Christ in the Divine Service” by Arthur Just “Concordia Commentary: Luke 1:1-9:50” by Arthur Just “Concordia Commentary: Luke 9:50-24:53” by Arthur Just The post The Christmas Hymn, “All My Heart Again Rejoices” – Dr. Arthur Just, 12/31/24 (Encore, 3662) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Ken Burns is an icon. He's been making documentaries for nearly 50 years, and has taught more people about American History than anyone else. His documentaries span topics such as baseball, jazz, national parks, U.S. presidents, authors, and inventors. And his television series, The Civil War, attracted an audience of 40 million during its premiere, becoming the most watched show in the history of public television. Ken's films have been honored with dozens of major awards, including seventeen Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, and two Oscar nominations. And Ken won the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and was recently inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame. In this episode we discuss the following: Ken kept three-ring binders on his desk that had hundreds of rejections. Those binders reminded Ken that we pay for what we get with effort, hard work, and perseverance. I love how Ken followed his passion. He ignored the conventional advice to move to New York City, and instead followed his heart and moved to New Hampshire, and that made all the difference. In the words of Emerson: I will so trust that what is deep is holy, that I will do strongly before the sun and moon whatever inly rejoices me, and the heart appoints. Connect on Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/nate_meikle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natemeikle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_meikle/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nate.meikle

Fear is a powerful emotion that often eclipses our hope and joy. In this program, Chip explains how we can experience God's peace that transcends our circumstances by studying the angel Gabriel's conversation with a Hebrew teenage girl. Hear how Mary's faith—despite her doubts, fears, and anxieties—set her up to be used supernaturally by God.Main Points What Immediately Comes to Mind When You Hear the Word Christmas? The Enemy's Tactic = “Reframe Reality” Paul's Dire Warning --2 Timothy 3:2 A fresh look at a familiar story --Galatians 4:4, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 61 The greatest miracle in human history --Luke 1:26-29 Summary = An unlikely plan, with an unlikely person, from a despised place. A supernatural birth foretold --Luke 1:30-33 Mary's response to God's Word for her --Luke 1:34-38 Observations from the text: Nothing is impossible with God. --Luke 1:37 Christmas is about power, miracles, supernatural intervention. --Luke 1:39-45 Observations from the text: The Message = A virgin birth. --Isaiah 7:14 The Commands = Fear not, name him Jesus. The Baby's Identity = Messiah --Isaiah 9:6-7 Gabriel's Explanation = Miracles can happen! --Luke 1:37 Question: What is the most impossible situation in my life right now? Mary's Response = A model to follow: Perplexed – Is God speaking to me? --Luke 1: 29 Confused – How can this be? [Not “if” it can be.] --Luke 1: 34 Surrendered – Be it done according to your Word. --Luke 1: 38 Obeys immediately – Trust and verify with fellow believer. --Luke 1: 39-45 Rejoices in the Lord and in her spiritual legacy. --Luke 1: 46-56 Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Year End Match Double Your Gift Today About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Have you ever wondered why God chose Mary to be Jesus' mother? What about her character and faith caused her to stand out? In this program, Chip explores Luke chapter 1 for that profound answer. Discover how her response to God's divine calling, reveals exactly the type of person God wants to use for His spectacular purposes.Main Points What Immediately Comes to Mind When You Hear the Word Christmas? The Enemy's Tactic = “Reframe Reality” Paul's Dire Warning --2 Timothy 3:2 A fresh look at a familiar story --Galatians 4:4, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 61 The greatest miracle in human history --Luke 1:26-29 Summary = An unlikely plan, with an unlikely person, from a despised place. A supernatural birth foretold --Luke 1:30-33 Mary's response to God's Word for her --Luke 1:34-38 Observations from the text: Nothing is impossible with God. --Luke 1:37 Christmas is about power, miracles, supernatural intervention. --Luke 1:39-45 Observations from the text: The Message = A virgin birth. --Isaiah 7:14 The Commands = Fear not, name him Jesus. The Baby's Identity = Messiah --Isaiah 9:6-7 Gabriel's Explanation = Miracles can happen! --Luke 1:37 Question: What is the most impossible situation in my life right now? Mary's Response = A model to follow: Perplexed – Is God speaking to me? --Luke 1: 29 Confused – How can this be? [Not “if” it can be.] --Luke 1: 34 Surrendered – Be it done according to your Word. --Luke 1: 38 Obeys immediately – Trust and verify with fellow believer. --Luke 1: 39-45 Rejoices in the Lord and in her spiritual legacy. --Luke 1: 46-56 Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Year End Match Double Your Gift Today About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Fear is a powerful emotion that often eclipses our hope and joy. In this program, Chip explains how we can experience God's peace that transcends our circumstances by studying the angel Gabriel's conversation with a Hebrew teenage girl. Hear how Mary's faith—despite her doubts, fears, and anxieties—set her up to be used supernaturally by God.Main Points What Immediately Comes to Mind When You Hear the Word Christmas? The Enemy's Tactic = “Reframe Reality” Paul's Dire Warning --2 Timothy 3:2 A fresh look at a familiar story --Galatians 4:4, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 61 The greatest miracle in human history --Luke 1:26-29 Summary = An unlikely plan, with an unlikely person, from a despised place. A supernatural birth foretold --Luke 1:30-33 Mary's response to God's Word for her --Luke 1:34-38 Observations from the text: Nothing is impossible with God. --Luke 1:37 Christmas is about power, miracles, supernatural intervention. --Luke 1:39-45 Observations from the text: The Message = A virgin birth. --Isaiah 7:14 The Commands = Fear not, name him Jesus. The Baby's Identity = Messiah --Isaiah 9:6-7 Gabriel's Explanation = Miracles can happen! --Luke 1:37 Question: What is the most impossible situation in my life right now? Mary's Response = A model to follow: Perplexed – Is God speaking to me? --Luke 1: 29 Confused – How can this be? [Not “if” it can be.] --Luke 1: 34 Surrendered – Be it done according to your Word. --Luke 1: 38 Obeys immediately – Trust and verify with fellow believer. --Luke 1: 39-45 Rejoices in the Lord and in her spiritual legacy. --Luke 1: 46-56 Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Year End Match Double Your Gift Today About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike shares one of the best stories of advent. When John is in the presence of Jesus, even in the womb, he is filled with a leaping kind of joy!

Jesus teaches the disciples that our heavenly Father rejoices when we who were lost have been rescued and restored. (Lectionary #182) December 10, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview Rejoice in God's might, mercy, and memory, shown in sending Jesus.The story: the coming of Jesus is cause for joy (vv. 39-45)The song: our joy is fueled by what God's sending of Jesus reveals about himself (vv. 46-56)A. Might: God has done great things to save (vv. 46-49)B. Mercy: God shows his favor to those who fear him (no matter how low in the world's eyes) (vv. 50-53)C. Memory: God remembers his promise to help his believing people (vv. 54-55)Digging Deeper    Read Luke 1:39-56Rejoice in God's might, mercy, and memory, shown in sending Jesus.1. The story: the coming of Jesus is cause for joy (vv. 39-45)For some of us, the Christmas season can be hard for various reasons. And yet, regardless of our circumstances, the coming of Jesus should be a cause for great joy in our hearts. How does Jesus coming to earth give you joy?    What is one step you could take this Christmas season to create time and space to reflect on how the coming of Jesus should lead to greater joy in our hearts?  Luke 1:45 says, “And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her from the Lord.” In your own life, when have you seen the blessing of taking God at his Word?2. The song: our joy is fueled by what God's sending of Jesus reveals about himself (vv. 46-56)A. Might: God has done great things to save (vv. 46-49)How is God's might revealed in his sending of Jesus to earth as a baby? Mary's heart overflows in song to God as she marvels that God would choose her to bear the Messiah. Though not in the same way as he did with Mary, it is God's intention to use each of us to further his kingdom purposes on earth. How have you seen God use you for his purposes in the world (be it in a big way or small)? B. Mercy: God shows his favor to those who fear him (no matter how low in the world's eyes) (vv. 50-53)How is God's mercy revealed in his sending of Jesus to earth as a baby? Why is God's mercy for those who fear him (and implicitly not for those who don't)? Read vv. 51-53 again. How have you seen God do what is described here? C. Memory: God remembers his promise to help his believing people (vv. 54-55)In vv. 54-55 Mary said, “He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, as he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham, and to his offspring forever.” How did God do this through his sending of Jesus into the world as a baby? God sent his Son into the world on a mission (cf. Luke 19:10). How should God's purposes in sending Jesus into the world shape our purposes as individuals, Gospel Communities, and as a local church?   Who could you share this story within the coming week? Prayer

Today on the Matt Walsh Show, first Media Matters had mass layoffs and now the Southern Poverty Law Center has followed suit. It's been a bloodbath for left-wing smear merchants in recent weeks. This is obviously cause for celebration. But why is this happening? And why now? We'll discuss. Also, Donald Trump is accused of saying unkind things about Milwaukee. The story is total nonsense, but it has forced the Left to pretend that they love Milwaukee, which has been funny to watch. Plus, a major scandal in the world of professional sports. And, an alleged "trad wife" becomes a viral sensation after saying the n-word. This is an important story, we're told. We'll talk about all of that and more today on the Matt Walsh Show Ep.1387 - - - DailyWire+: Get your BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Jeremy's Razor here: https://bit.ly/49kXXgI Get 25% off your DailyWire+ Membership here: https://bit.ly/4akO7wC Leftist Tears Tumbler is BACK! Subscribe to get your FREE one today: https://bit.ly/4capKTB Get your Matt Walsh flannel here: https://bit.ly/3EbNwyj - - -  Today's Sponsors: Birch Gold - Text "WALSH" to 989898, or go to https://birchgold.com/WALSH, for your no-cost, no-obligation, FREE information kit. Hillsdale College - Enroll for FREE today at https://www.hillsdale.edu/walsh Tax Network USA - Seize control of your financial future! Call 1(800)245-6000 or visit http://www.TNUSA.com/WALSH - - - Socials:  Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Rv1VeF Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3KZC3oA Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3eBKjiA Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RQp4rs