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In this episode of House of Learning: Understanding the Doctrine of the Temple, Meghan Farner and Cory Jensen explore covenants not as legal contracts or religious checklists, but as sacred relationships of love, union, and spiritual transformation with God.This lesson reframes covenant as an invitation into intimate relationship — the merging of identity, loyalty, and purpose between God and the soul. Drawing from biblical symbolism, ancient covenant patterns, and temple theology, the discussion reveals why covenant is ultimately relational rather than transactional.You'll learn:✨ Why covenant means relationship, not merely agreement ✨ How ancient covenants symbolized the merging of identity and unity of heart ✨ Why pride and spiritual superiority undermine covenant consciousness ✨ The three components of covenant: initiation, obligations, and blessings ✨ How Christ is revealed in scripture as the Bridegroom ✨ The spiritual meaning of sacred marriage symbolism ✨ The Hebrew concept of hesed (covenant love and loving-kindness) ✨ How covenant deepens personal intimacy with GodThis episode also explores how covenant relationships evolve through spiritual growth, how divine mercy supports the learning process, and why God's desire is union rather than compliance. Viewers are invited to reconsider their relationship with Christ as one of devotion, trust, love, and becoming. If you've ever felt that faith has become overly transactional, rigid, or institutional, this lesson offers a healing and expansive vision of covenant as sacred relationship and divine intimacy.
Ever wonder why different voices resonate within you? Discover the significance of distinguishing God's voice from the stranger's through personal relationship and understanding of His true nature.
It's every person's tendency to justify their sin and shy away from confession, but we're really hurting ourselves in a tremendous way when we do this. God's plan and intention is never to shame us, it is to relieve us of guilt, setting our mind and heart free. It's for us—not for him!
How to Wreck Your Life - Make Your Relationship with God Religious - Pastor Josh Rece - 2.22.26 by Vertical Church
There is a purpose in our singleness. We may be single, but we are married to Jesus. Learn how to live your singleness with purpose. Get the Single but in a Relationship with God book: https://amzn.to/3qdHNPxJoin our Embracing Singleness Group: https://livingrevelations.com/single-but-in-a-relationship-with-god/Have you been blessed by our podcast? Give and support this ministry at LivingRevelations.com/donationsHave prayer requests or questions? Email us at info@livingrevelations.comStay Connected with us: http://Instagram.com/livingrevelationshttp://Facebook.com/LivingrevelationsSupport the show
This week, I'm diving into a topic that I wrestle with often—what does it really mean to repent, and how does it connect to forgiveness? After wrapping up my teaching term with Pathways Institute, where we explored Neil Anderson's "The Divine Gift of Forgiveness," I share some personal stories (including a playful moment with my daughter and some very green food coloring) and get raw about what forgiveness looks like from both a parental and a divine perspective. Does repentance earn us God's love or acceptance? Are we using the right words when we talk about forgiveness?Join me as I sort through these questions in real time—how does repentance change us, not just our actions but our hearts? And what, if anything, does it do to our relationship with God? If you've ever wondered about the connection between daily repentance and feeling qualified (not just "worthy") to live in God's presence, this episode is for you.I want to know what you think—maybe you have answers or questions of your own. Email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com, and let's keep the conversation going. In the meantime, let's focus on making daily repentance part of our journey and stay more connected to our divine heavenly parentage.Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeByteshttps://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/Check out my new podcast: The Unstuck Career podcast athttps://kenwilliamscoaching.com/listen
Struggling to hear God's voice? Carrie shares powerful insights on meditating on Scripture, demonstrating how it opens the channel for divine communication.
Rules and regulations without relationship leads to rebellion. This Lenten season let us focus on our relationship with God. Listen to my homily to learn more!
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In this episode, we kick off our "Life On Purpose" series by redefining what it means to be in a relationship with God. Many of us view salvation as a past event—a "street we wander"—rather than a path we walk.Key Takeaways from this Episode:Event vs. Process: Understanding that we must both accept Christ (the event) and continue to follow Him (the process).Relational Restoration: Moving past legalistic "Justification" into a covenant family relationship.The Three Pillars of Salvation: A deep dive into Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification.Defeating Deception: How to identify the "traps on the path" and use the Truth of Scripture to combat cultural lies regarding life, gender, marriage, and sin.
Romans: What a Relationship With God is All About Dr. Andrew Hébert
Struggling with distractions? Learn how the cares of life can choke the Word of God in your heart and gain practical tips for building a listening relationship with God.
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Today's Uncertainties Call for a Deepening Personal Relationship with God Through Prayer, Fasting, and Listening MESSAGE SUMMARY: There are times when you need clarity, understanding, knowledge, and insights from the Lord about the specific issues that you are facing. The Lord will speak to you, but sometimes it takes your listening and fasting to hear Him. For example, when Joel received a Word when the land was to be destroyed, he called a fast (i.e. Joel 1:14): “Consecrate a fast; call a solemn assembly. Gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land to the house of the LORD your God, and cry out to the LORD.”. Some things you are facing in your life must be dealt with by both prayer and fasting. Fasting releases a spiritual power – in your weakness, God is made strong in your life. Daniel's prayer, from Daniel 9:3-5, provides a context for asking direction from God: “Then I turned my face to the Lord God, seeking him by prayer and pleas for mercy with fasting and sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the LORD my God and made confession, saying, ‘O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong and acted wickedly and rebelled, turning aside from your commandments and rules.'". After Jesus responded to the Apostles request of “teach us to pray” by providing the “Lord's Prayer”, Jesus instructed the Apostles and us, in Matthew 6:17-18, how to fast: “But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.". Our fasting will be rewarded as a deepening link to God in our personal relationship with Him. TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, I confess that when difficulties and trials come into my life, large or small, I mostly grumble and complain. I realize the trials James talks about are not necessarily “walls,” but they are difficult to bear, nonetheless. Fill me with such a vision of a transformed life, O God, that I might actually consider it “pure joy” when you bring trials my way. I believe, Lord. Help my unbelief. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 94). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Lust. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Perfect Provision. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Joel 1:13-16; Matthew 6:16; Daniel 9:3-7; Psalms 114:1-8. WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Essentials Part 3 – Incomplete Finished Work” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Our faith is not simply religious practice.
Jesus Followers Are the Enemy's {devil's} Target to Mess You Up and To Destroy Your Relationship with God MESSAGE SUMMARY: The enemy {the evil one, the devil} is always at work seeking to destroy the fruit of the Lord's field and your life. In John10:10, Jesus tells us: “The thief {enemy} comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”. In 1 Peter 5:8, Peter tells you more about your enemy who is always with you: “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil {enemy} prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”. Continue to remember that the enemy is always attempting to mess you up and to destroy your witness. Also, the enemy is always attempting to destroy your relationship with God and to get you to reject God. The enemy does his evil in subtle ways, but his purpose is clear -- the enemy wants you off the right path. The enemy is always at work, and he never sleeps. TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, I confess that when difficulties and trials come into my life, large or small, I mostly grumble and complain. I realize the trials James talks about are not necessarily “walls,” but they are difficult to bear, nonetheless. Fill me with such a vision of a transformed life, O God, that I might actually consider it “pure joy” when you bring trials my way. I believe, Lord. Help my unbelief. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 94). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM A CHILD OF GOD. Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His Name, He gave the right to become children of God-- children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God. John 1:12f SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): John10:10-18;1 Peter 5:8-11; Ephesians 4:26-32; Psalms 50b:13-23. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Essentials Part 3 – Incomplete Finished Work” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
Sin keeps us leaning towards testing the rules and breaking the laws. The laws were put in place to reveal our sin to us, but Jesus died so that we do not have to live under the weight of the law in our own strength. When we live in relationship with Him and follow in the steps of the Spirit, we no longer consistently check off the list of rules but instead find ourselves living freely within the boundaries God set for us.
Are we after gaining Christ or our own selfish gains? God will test our hearts to see if Jesus is truly who we are after. Have you been blessed by our podcast? Give and support this ministry at LivingRevelations.com/donationsWant to join our Online Bible Studies? Visit livingrevelations.com/online-bible-studies/Have any questions, prayer requests, or testimonies? Email us at info@livingrevelations.com.Order the Single but in a Relationship with God book here: https://amzn.to/3qdHNPxREGISTER for the 2026 Created with Purpose Conference happening May 15-16, 2026: livingrevelations.com/discover-your-purpose-conferenceFollow us on Instagram: @livingrevelationsFollow us on Facebook: @livingrevelationsSubscribe on Youtube: @livingrevelationsSupport the show
Fr. Polycarpus Shoukry explores how marriage transforms a personal relationship with God into a shared spiritual journey between spouses. He contrasts societal views of marriage as a contract with the Church's understanding of it as a sacred covenant and one of the seven sacraments designed to unite couples with God. Fr. Polycarpus emphasizes prioritizing a relationship with God within marriage, encouraging couples to view their union as a path from Earth to Heaven, supported by prayer, mutual support, and self-sacrifice. He discusses the importance of embracing each other's hidden traits, growing together in virtue, and maintaining unity through shared spiritual goals. Using scriptural and theological insights, including quotes from Church Fathers and psychological concepts like Carl Jung's shadow and persona, Fr. Polycarpus guides couples to transform everyday challenges into opportunities for spiritual growth and martyrdom within marriage. This talk encourages couples to cultivate harmony, love, and faith as essential elements in fulfilling their covenant before God. Subscribe to us on YouTube https://youtube.com/stpaulhouston Like us on Facebook https://facebook.com/saintpaulhouston Follow us on SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/stpaulhouston Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/stpaulhouston Visit our website for schedules and to join the mailing list https://stpaulhouston.org
What does it actually mean to have a relationship with God, and not just know about Him? In today's episode, I'm joined by my great friend Macarra Ferguson as we talk about building a genuine, growing relationship with God in real life.We cover how to hear God's voice, how to create consistent time with Him without pressure or perfection, and what to do when you feel stuck, dry, or distant. We also share simple ways to strengthen your prayer life, get anchored in the Word, and let God shape your heart in every season.If you're ready to go deeper with God and build a faith that lasts, this conversation is for you.Enjoyed This Episode or Have Feedback? Send Us A Text!Support the showThe Praying Wifewww.theprayingwife.comFacebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubeEmail: support@theprayingwife.com
Rather than trying to act like Jesus, we need to let Him live in and through us, acknowledging Him as our Lord, not just our Savior. Jesus comes to live inside of us when we become Christians, but more than a ticket to Heaven, it's about letting Him be more and more Himself in our lives.
The most important thing in life is not to do a bunch of good, even religious things, but rather it is to spend time building our relationship with Jesus. Life can get plenty busy and we can be easily distracted, but we must make sure to stop what we're doing to sit at Jesus' feet and just listen to what He might have to say to us.
When we have a growing relationship with God, He compels us to do things and live a certain way that may seem crazy to the world but makes sense to Him. We need to make sure that our motivation for everything we do comes from God, for His purpose and to bring Him glory.
There is such a thing as laboring in vain. It means doing work, but having no lasting output. It is not that God is opposed to effort. God is opposed to earning.The way to prevent efforts that END in the wrong place is to avoid efforts that start in the wrong place. Join me for 7 minutes today, and tomorrow by subscribing to this channel so your efforts will not be in vain.https://youtu.be/xgd9aVFvTVE
Jesus Followers Maintain a Constant Presence of Jesus in Their Lives Through Prayer and a Focus on Their Personal Relationship with God MESSAGE SUMMARY: As a Jesus Follower, you must maintain a constant conversation, through prayer, with Jesus; and you must look to see how God is involved in the events surrounding your daily life. If the Lord is in your life, then your life's circumstances will relate to Him. The Psalmist tells us, in Psalms 100:2-5, that God is with you because He made you to: “Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! Know that the LORD, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to generations.". Therefore, practicing the presence of Jesus in your life helps you to stay in tune with Jesus' influence in your life. Being in tune with Jesus' presence, in your life, is like listening to an FM radio station – you must tune into the right station and then listen. Tuning into the right station, for the presence of Jesus, requires that you maintain an awareness of your circumstances and their relationship to Jesus. TODAY'S PRAYER: Father, I confess that when difficulties and trials come into my life, large or small, I mostly grumble and complain. I realize the trials James talks about are not necessarily “walls,” but they are difficult to bear, nonetheless. Fill me with such a vision of a transformed life, O God, that I might actually consider it “pure joy” when you bring trials my way. I believe, Lord. Help my unbelief. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 94). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, Because of who I am in Jesus Christ, I will not be driven by Hatred. Rather, I will abide in the Lord's Love. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): 2 Corinthians 4:13-15; 2 Corinthians 3:16-18; 1 John 1:5-10; Psalms 104a:1-13. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Essentials Part1 – People of the Book”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
I often find that when I'm with a group of parents teaching them about today's youth culture, many wonder if their kids have any interest at all in talking about the Christian Faith, the Bible, and Jesus Christ. There's a commonly held belief that with all the attractive things the world has to offer, kids just don't want to have anything to do with conversations about God. But because we know that all of these other distractions offered by the world can never fulfill one's created purpose to know God, our kids are left feeling empty. I often say that a youth culture landscape littered with brokenness is a landscape ripe for the Gospel. New research from the Barna group should be encouraging to parents who want to see their kids come to know and serve Jesus Christ. In fact, seventy-seven percent of teens are to open to having conversations about God. Should we be surprised? A child's spiritual hunger will continue to grow if they are not filled by experiencing new life in Jesus Christ!
Explore Mark 12:30-31 to understand that God desires a relationship with us and invites us to take a next step towards him.
In this episode your spiritual eye's will open up to one of the most cunning ways the devil attacks believers and become equipped to overcome his every scheme!
Learn the power of consistent and fervent prayer. What do you do when you don't see change despite praying? We must still pray always. Have you been blessed by our podcast? Give and support this ministry at LivingRevelations.com/donationsWant to join our Online Bible Studies? Have any questions, prayer requests, or testimonies? Email us at info@livingrevelations.com.REGISTER for the 2026 Created with Purpose Conference happening May 15-16, 2026: livingrevelations.com/discover-your-purpose-conferenceFollow us on Instagram: @livingrevelationsFollow us on Facebook: @livingrevelationsSubscribe on Youtube: @livingrevelationsSupport the show
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In order to make a difference in the people around us for God's glory, we need to make sure that we are investing in our relationship with Him and that He is at work in us. God wants to use us to be transformers in the world, but we have to first let Him transform us from the inside out so that He gets all the glory from the change that takes place in and around us.
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The Practitioners Podcast: Applying Jesus Style Disciple Making in Every Day Life
Takeaway: Transformation precedes transmission. What hasn't changed you can't change others. Action Step: Walk the road to greater fruitfulness by becoming more like Jesus. Show Notes: Join Justin at the Disciple Making Summit! Watch Us On YouTube Justin's Website Tony's Website Navigators Church Ministries The Follow2Lead Podcast
Unpack the essence of the new covenant! Mike reveals how Jesus' sacrifice transforms our relationship with God, highlighting the crucial difference between punishment and loving correction.
What does it really take to build a life that lasts? It starts with our relationship with God. In this message from the Built to Last series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant walks through the book of 1 John to reveal both the challenge and the hope of growing closer to God. We confront the reality of sin and how it damages our relationship with Him, but we also discover the incredible grace God has given us through Jesus, our Advocate and sacrifice. Rather than living by fear or rule keeping, we are invited into a deeper love for God that transforms our hearts, reshapes our desires, and leads us into freedom. This message calls us out of shame, into the light, and toward a thriving, lasting relationship with God. (01/11/2026)
Is your heart feeling overwhelmed by negativity? Daniel Amstutz reveals how keeping God as your first love can transform your perspective and help you stay positive in a negative world.
Sunday evening message from the 2026 Spiritual Awakening Conference at Falls Baptist Church
Sunday Evening, January 4, 2025 | S0593 SPEAKER: Jason Hardin DOWNLOAD: Interactive outline WATCH NOW: Livestream S0593
Feeling distant from God? Join Mike Pickett as he passionately reveals how God's grace is far more powerful than we often realize—drawing us into closer fellowship with Him and transforming our lives.
Ephesians 2:4-10 How do we approach our Relationship with God? Throw away your old idea of love God wants you to be assured on the basis of His love Live out the Gospel
Our Relationship with God Is Based Solely on Our Relationship with God, and He Desires to Have a Relationship with Each of Us MESSAGE SUMMARY: We may have a Godly father and mother, but our relationship with God is not based on their relationship with God; it is solely our relationship with God. God has given us covenants as a way to build our relationships. The people of Israel found out quickly that when they desired to live their lives apart from God that they brought disaster upon their lives. God is a covenant God. He will bless us if we obey Him; but if we disobey him, it leaves us to the consequences of our sin. TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Exodus 19:5-6; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32; Nehemiah 9:26-32; Acts 3:22-26. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “A Christmas Message” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB
SORRY!!! RONNY'S MIC IS MUTED OR SOMETHING :( Hey, Out of the Boat family! This week, Jeremiah talks to us about building his relationship with God.
If your relationship with God feels distant, stale, or powerless — this message is for you. In “Smelly Bread,” Pastor Greg Mitchell draws from Exodus 16 to reveal why you can't live today on yesterday's experience with God. Like manna that spoiled overnight, our spiritual lives spoil when we don't maintain a fresh, daily connection with the Lord.Learn why trusting God, obeying His Word, and feeding on His presence daily is essential for strength, wisdom, and provision. Pastor Greg also shares real-life stories of God's supernatural provision and offers practical steps to help you establish a daily Bible reading habit that will transform your walk with God.Don't settle for smelly, wormy, stale bread — God has fresh manna for you today!Chapters00:00 Introduction and Importance of Community Support02:51 The Dangers of Stale Bread: A Metaphor for Spiritual Health06:13 The Necessity of a Current Relationship with God09:01 Trusting God: The Foundation of Faith11:46 Obedience and the Blessings of God15:05 Sabbath Provision and Spiritual Rest18:10 The Power of Trust in God's Provision20:57 The Role of Obedience in Spiritual Health24:07 Conclusion: Building a Daily Relationship with GodShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369
The blood of Jesus is the good news of the gospel. We are all stained by sin, but the blood of Jesus washes us clean. Jesus is God's gift to us. Have you been blessed by our podcast? Give and support this ministry at LivingRevelations.com/donationsWant to join our Online Bible Studies? Have any questions, prayer requests, or testimonies? Email us at info@livingrevelations.com.REGISTER for the 2026 Created with Purpose Conference happening May 15-16, 2026: livingrevelations.com/discover-your-purpose-conferenceFollow us on Instagram: @livingrevelationsFollow us on Facebook: @livingrevelationsSubscribe on Youtube: @livingrevelationsSupport the show
What happens when your "perfect" life is upended by a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis at just 17 years old? In our latest episode, Zack and Becky Mariscal join the podcast to share their incredible journey of faith, wrestling with God, and finding a love that endures the unthinkable. Whether you are walking through your own "wilderness" or supporting someone who is, this story is a powerful testament to the God who heals the brokenhearted and carries us through the storm.
Ephesians 5:15-17 - The Big Rocks - Pastor Dan PlourdeMESSAGE NOTES:http://www.calvaryword.com/Topical/a1435.pdf