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Join Dave and Bethlie as they continue this overcoming series with this first in a two part series about Ovecoming A Bad Marriage. Part 1 What is a bad marriage? Typically marriages don't start badly We meet We talk We spend time together We "fall in love" We propose We make plans We get married.   Marriage can become bad It happens in a process of time We don't love each other anymore We aren't compatible We are miserable  We allow hurt feelings to become BIG problems We allow little things to become bigger things What do you do about it? Remember your vows For better or for worse A verbal commitment to honor God and His Word  Divorce is only permitted in a few select cases Divorce is rarely the best option Divorce opens the door to more divorce Repent at the thought of ending it

Lent is a sacred season of repentance, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—an invitation to conversion and transformation in every part of our lives. Each year we hear Jesus call us anew: "Repent, and believe in the Gospel."   We can only keep our Lenten promises with the help of God. If you stumble along the way, do not be discouraged. Persevere. The Lord says, "I will pick you up."  This Lent, God may be asking you for more time each day in prayer and silence. Consider fasting from complaining and instead giving others what they truly need: undivided attention, respect, and quality time. Share your gifts with those in need.  Ask for the grace this Lenten season to be made a new creation in Christ Jesus our Lord. 

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We have made a fundamental mistake. Because so many of our life transformations are birthed in seasons of deep pain, we've assumed that repentance IS the pain. We've turned “Repent!” into a religious threat—a shame spiral where we have to feel bad enough for long enough before God stops being angry.

We have made a fundamental mistake. Because so many of our life transformations are birthed in seasons of deep pain, we've assumed that repentance IS the pain. We've turned “Repent!” into a religious threat—a shame spiral where we have to feel bad enough for long enough before God stops being angry.

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This was Andy Croft looking at Psalm 51 from our 7 pm service on Sunday 15 February 2026. This is part of our Pray First Series.

Miriam dives into Luke 13:3 looking at how we are called to repent, and receive God's forgiveness.

Repent ye, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

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In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Acts 2:37-41 In this passage, we see how people responded after Peter's first sermon about the gospel. People received the gospel, repented of their sins, and responded in obedience to being baptized. The Gospel is for everyone and it demands a response. How will you respond to the gospel today? Check out this sermon to learn more!

The command of Jesus to the preaching of Peter and Paul, the teaching of repentance is clear in the scripture and of necessity for one’s salvation.

This exploration of Romans 9 tackles the profound tension between God's sovereignty and human responsibility. Through Pharaoh and Moses, we see a difficult truth: God hardened Pharaoh's heart, yet gave him ten chances to choose differently. This isn't about unfairness; it's about a God who is just by His standards, not ours. Like clay in the Potter's hands, we are crafted for His purposes. Most strikingly, we see God's mercy—from clothing Adam and Eve to protecting Cain. His patience is intended to lead us to repentance, proving we are never too far gone.---## **SERMON NOTES: Romans 9 – Sovereignty & Mercy**### **1. The Big Idea**God is absolutely sovereign and unimaginably merciful. His sovereignty does not erase our choices; He repeatedly offers mercy and calls us to respond.### **2. Pharaoh's Hardened Heart (Exodus 7–12)*** **The Tension:** Romans 9:15–18 says God hardens whom He wills, yet Exodus shows Pharaoh hardening his own heart.* **The Reality:** God gave Pharaoh 10 real opportunities to obey. Pharaoh's repeated refusal led to Egypt's devastation, proving God's purposes never fail.### **3. Sovereignty & Responsibility*** **The Potter & Clay:** Romans 9:19–21 explains that the Potter has the right to shape vessels for different purposes.* **Justice vs. Fairness:** God is not "fair" by human standards; He is just. He owes mercy to no one; when He gives it, it is pure grace.* **Patience:** He endures "vessels of wrath" with great patience to make His glory known to "vessels of mercy" (Rom. 9:22–24).### **4. OT Pictures of Mercy*** **Cain (Gen. 4):** Despite murder and defiance, God spared Cain and marked him for protection.* **Adam & Eve (Gen. 2–3):** God didn't strike them dead instantly. He sacrificed animals to cover them, acting for their ultimate good even in judgment.### **5. Identity as Clay*** **Unique Design:** You are shaped for His purposes, not mass-produced for comparison (Isa. 64:8).* **Divine Empowerment:** Philippians 2:13 reminds us that God gives us both the *desire* and the *power* to please Him.### **6. The Two Sons (Luke 15)*** **The Prodigal:** Wastes everything but is restored to sonship, not just servanthood.* **The Older Brother:** Resentful and entitled. He refuses to celebrate his brother's return.* **The Call:** God's mercy calls both the rebellious and the self-righteous home.---## **PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS**1. **Respond Now:** Don't presume on God's patience. Repent before hardness sets in.2. **Rest in Sovereignty:** Release the illusion of control. Pray: "Your will, not mine."3. **Stop Comparing:** Embrace your design as clay in the Potter's hands.4. **Check Your Heart:** Reject "Older Brother" resentment when others are blessed.5. **Come Home:** If you've wandered, return. God restores you fully.---## **DISCUSSION QUESTIONS**1. How do you see both God's sovereignty and Pharaoh's responsibility in Exodus?2. Where have you experienced God's patience while you were resisting Him?3. In what area are you tempted to demand "fairness" from God instead of trusting His justice?4. Do you relate more to the prodigal or the older brother right now?5. What practical step of repentance do you need to take today?6. How does being "clay" change how you view your current limitations?

The command of Jesus to the preaching of Peter and Paul, the teaching of repentance is clear in the scripture and of necessity for one's salvation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1561/29?v=20251111

All Praises to the Most High A'HÂYÂH!!!And YASHAYA!!!Yashana in the Highest!!!Call or Text the Prayer, Praise, Testimony and Discussion line!!! 24 hours a day 7 days a week!!!(407)476-7163 !!!We are a Husband and Wife Team!!!Evangelists James and Louise Eads!!!We are Street Evangelists and Online Ministers too. Preaching the Gospel of Christ Yashaya and our Heavenly Father A'HÂYÂH!!!Repent and Follow Yashaya!!! And be Baptized for the Remission of Sins and for the sins of your forefathers!!!Thank you everyone that gives to this Ministry to get the Gosple of Yashaya across the World.We have Pay Pal and Cash App PayPal:Email address is watchmanstreetministry@gmail.com Thank you for your prayers and support https://www.paypal.me/JamesEadsCash App: $Evangelists7

All Praises to the Most High A'HÂYÂH!!!And YASHAYA!!!Yashana in the Highest!!!Call or Text the Prayer, Praise, Testimony and Discussion line!!! 24 hours a day 7 days a week!!!(407)476-7163 !!!We are a Husband and Wife Team!!!Evangelists James and Louise Eads!!!We are Street Evangelists and Online Ministers too. Preaching the Gospel of Christ Yashaya and our Heavenly Father A'HÂYÂH!!!Repent and Follow Yashaya!!! And be Baptized for the Remission of Sins and for the sins of your forefathers!!!Thank you everyone that gives to this Ministry to get the Gosple of Yashaya across the World.We have Pay Pal and Cash App PayPal:Email address is watchmanstreetministry@gmail.com Thank you for your prayers and support https://www.paypal.me/JamesEadsCash App: $Evangelists7

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Acts 1–2 and the promise of the Holy Spirit poured out at Pentecost. From the sound of rushing wind to tongues of fire, we see how ordinary believers were filled, empowered, and set ablaze for God's purposes. This sermon explores what it means to be baptised with the Holy Spirit and fire, refined, ignited, and equipped to shine. With a clear call to Repent, Release, and Receive, we are invited to experience the transforming power of God and live passionately for His Kingdom.

All Praises to the Most High A'HÂYÂH!!!And YASHAYA!!!Yashana in the Highest!!!Call or Text the Prayer, Praise, Testimony and Discussion line!!! 24 hours a day 7 days a week!!!(407)476-7163 !!!We are a Husband and Wife Team!!!Evangelists James and Louise Eads!!!We are Street Evangelists and Online Ministers too. Preaching the Gospel of Christ Yashaya and our Heavenly Father A'HÂYÂH!!!Repent and Follow Yashaya!!! And be Baptized for the Remission of Sins and for the sins of your forefathers!!!Thank you everyone that gives to this Ministry to get the Gosple of Yashaya across the World.We have Pay Pal and Cash App PayPal:Email address is watchmanstreetministry@gmail.com Thank you for your prayers and support https://www.paypal.me/JamesEadsCash App: $Evangelists7

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Jesus does not use us; He desires to partner with us. Do you want to belong to love? Repent because His kingdom is at hand.

What does repentance really mean—and why has it become so confusing? Scripture shows that repentance and faith work together to point sinners to Christ. Join Jim Scudder on InGrace as he clarifies repentance biblically and explains why the gospel must be so clear that no one can misunderstand it.

In this edition of UBC Sermon Discussions Pastor Jason answers questions from his sermon out of 1 Corinthians 1:10-17. The main idea for the sermon was: A maturing church unites around the person of Christ, not in the personalities of men.Questions discussed in this episode:Q. In the text, Paul addresses the problem of division. What is the root of division (A person who is being divisive)?Q. In the sermon, you talked quite a bit about baptism. One of the things you said was “Baptism isn't required for salvation.” We got a few questions about baptism:In Acts 2:38, Peter says “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins.” Isn't Peter saying that we need to be baptized to have our sins forgiven?What about the person who has professed to be saved for some time, but refuses to be baptized? When asked about it, they say “Well, I don't need to be baptized to be saved.” How do you respond to that?I was baptized as an infant. Do I need to get baptized again?Q. You introduced the idea of “Christian tribalism” and said it was “locking in too tightly on your preferred Christian leader and their teachings.” You also said that one of the warning signs of Christian tribalism is “lacking the ability to give grace regarding secondary or tertiary matters.” Let me ask you a few questions about that.Can you remind us of what you mean by primary, secondary, and tertiary matters?Let me list a handful of things and you can tell me what category you would consider it to beExpository preachingBaptismThe raptureThe TrinityHellBad Bunny and Kid Rock Super Bowl Halftime ShowWomen preachingWho Jesus is his death on the cross his resurrectionSign gifts - Speaking in tongues - Prophecy - HealingSexuality - Homosexuality - Gender identity Are discussions around theological differences important to have with my Christian community?We have created a place where you can send us your questions regarding the sermons or topics we discuss in these podcasts. Send them to sermonquestions@ubcbeavercreek.com.

February 12, 2026Today's Reading: Catechism: Fifth CommandmentDaily Lectionary: Job 8:1-22; John 4:27-45You shall not murder. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body, but help and support him in every physical need.In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.This might sound absurd to say, but the Fifth Commandment is a hard life lesson to learn. Face value, it could be our favorite, though. You shall not kill? I will go out on a limb and say that everyone reading this devotion today can say, “Yes! I have kept this commandment! I haven't killed anyone, mark it down as the only commandment I have kept!”  Enter Martin Luther, who is the killjoy of the party. The Lord God says, “You shall not kill.” Luther says in his explanation of this Commandment, “We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body…” (Explanation of the 5th Commandment)  How many can check that box? A few less to be sure.  And then we realize Jesus has something to say about this. He says, “Everyone who is angry with his brother is liable to judgment… [and] the fires of hell.” (Matthew 5:22)St. John even gets in on the action and says, “Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.” (1 John 3:15)All of a sudden, we are all standing here condemned by the Law in the sight of God, realizing we deserve to be cast into the outer darkness, where Jesus says there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.    Thanks be to God for the Gospel! Praise God, He has taught us through parents, pastors, and teachers that even this sin lies forgiven in His sight for the sake of Jesus. To the one who hates His brother, who has hurt or harmed his brother, even the one who has taken a life, Jesus took that to the cross and died for it.  Understand, it is for this reason that God continues to send His messengers to call us to repentance. Jesus' death is the payment for ALL sin. What the prophet Ezekiel was inspired to write is true! “Repent and turn from all your transgressions, lest iniquity be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions that you have committed, and make yourselves a new heart and a new spirit! Why will you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Lord God; so turn, and live.” (Ezekiel 18:30-32)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Chief of Sinners though I be, Jesus shed His blood for me. Died that I might live on high, Lives that I might never die. As the branch is to the vine, I am His and He is mine. (LSB 611:1)Rev. Timothy Chase, pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Truman, MNAudio Reflections Speaker: Rev. Richard Heinz, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lowell, IN.Better understand difficult and overlooked Old Testament passages in this new book by Authors R. Reed Lessing and Andrew E. Steinmann. Their conversational yet academic writing style makes learning about the Old Testament accessible to those at all points in their Bible reading journey. Discussion questions at the end of each chapter invite you to think more in-depth about what you just read and record your answers. To stretch your understanding, a list of resources for further reading is also included at the back of the book.

Mark 1:9–15 In today's episode of Kids Bible Stories, we continue our journey through the fast-paced Gospel of Mark and watch Jesus step into His public mission. We'll see: Jesus baptized in the Jordan—and why He did it even though He never sinned God the Father speak from heaven and call Jesus His beloved Son Jesus face temptation in the wilderness and succeed where Adam failed Jesus begin preaching the good news: “Repent and believe the gospel!” Along the way, we'll talk about: What priests did in the Old Testament and how Jesus is the better, final Priest What “repent” really means What the gospel is And what Jesus means when He says to “believe” ✨ Plus: Don't forget to grab our FREE printable Valentine's cards in the Kids Bible Stories Family Library on Patreon! Want to play a part in spreading God's word to families? Check it out here. 

Do we come to God just as we are, or must we change first to be saved? The Gospel of John gives a clear answer. Join Jim Scudder on InGrace as he begins a careful look at repentance, faith, and what it truly means to come to Christ.

OUR FAMILY MUSIC ACADEMY:Affordable and effective online weekly music lessons designed for families. https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.comUse coupon code: PODCASTVMA for 10% off each month-Mystie Winckler married her high school sweetheart, Matt, at nineteen; together they have five children, two of whom are now grown men, but all of whom have been homeschooled from the beginning. When she's not teaching, cleaning, cooking, or reading, Mystie publishes articles, podcast episodes, and videos on homemaking cheerfully on her website, Simply Convivial. Her community, Convivial Circle, is a treasure trove of mother-mentors engaged in the work at home to which they've been called. Mystie is also a co-host of Scholé Sisters, a podcast for classical homeschooling moms who are educating themselves while educating their kids. Whether we're talking about personal lives, homemaking duties, or homeschooling days, Mystie seeks to return to and live out the motto, Repent. Rejoice. Repeat.Website - www.simplyconvivial.com/ Podcast - https://scholesisters.com/thepodcast/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/schol%C3%A9-sisters-camaraderie-for-classical-homeschooling/id1078113453 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@simplyconvivialInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mystiewinckler/

What happens when a church does all the right things but with the wrong motivation?  In this message, Pastor Eric Robertson shares our necessary response. Ultimately, the Book of Revelation is about a problem that is only solved when God's people wake up, repent, and faithfully wait on the return of Jesus.One of the worst problems is the one you don't know you have.Even worse are the problems you can see but don't recognize.Ephesus: HistoryEphesus was an influential city in the Roman world: a major port city in Asia Minor—economically powerful, culturally diverse, and religiously pluralistic. Faithfulness required constant discernment.The city was defined by idol worship. The Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Converting to Christianity meant rejecting the city's spiritual identity and economic system (Acts 19).Though the church seemed to be doing well, there was a glaring problem that John addressed.What Did It Mean: Revelation 2:1–7Each letter follows the criticism sandwich: (Good)(Bad)(Good).Jesus gives this critique while walking among the lampstands—the churches that illuminate Christ to the world.They served well, worked hard, corrected the wicked, removed toxic leaders, suffered faithfully, and didn't grow weary. Ephesus was a hard-working church.Imagine hearing: "You're great—but you don't love me."The letters were written to specific churches, but meant for all churches.What Does It Mean?This passage is often preached as a call to return to passion, but Jesus doesn't critique their passion.Paul once said of them: "Your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God's people" (Eph. 1:15–16).The problem wasn't their works, but their why. They disconnected from the reason they exist.Returning to your first love is remembering why you do what you do: to love God and love others.When a church forgets its why, it doesn't stop working—it stops breathing.Our vision is Belong, Believe, Become, but Ephesus drifted into Believe, Become, Belong.When love is no longer the motivation, we build walls instead of bridges and become known for what we're against instead of Who we're for.How Do We Respond?1. Remember – "Consider how far you have fallen."Remember where you were when God found you and why the church exists.2. Repent – "Repent."Recognize how far you've drifted. The church illuminates Jesus, not itself.3. Return – "Do the things you did at first."Matthew 22:37–40: Love God and love your neighbor.If you don't love your neighbor, you don't have love at all.Closing: Revelation 2:7Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.Returning to our first love is a return to paradise—the life God intended.If we fail to hear, our lampstand will be removed.The church at Ephesus no longer exists—only ruins remain.Have we fallen from our first love?

What if you were wiser? God's wisdom is not an indictment, but an invitation.   Proverbs 1:20-23 Out in the open wisdom calls aloud, she raises her voice in the public square; 21 on top of the wall she cries out, at the city gate she makes her speech: 22 "How long will you who are simple love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge? 23 Repent at my rebuke! Then I will pour out my thoughts to you, I will make known to you my teachings.   Wisdom is insight and implementation.     The 5 wisdom literature books of the Bible: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs

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Sermon from Acts 20-21 in St. Charles, IL

Click here to WATCH LIVE STREAM Worship Service on our Youtube Channel. That You May Believe, Part 2 John 1:19-34   John 20:30-31 Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; 31 but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.   John 1:14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.   John 1:6-8 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. 8 He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the light. John 1:19 And this is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?”   John 1:20-21 He confessed, and did not deny, but confessed, “I am not the Christ.” 21 And they asked him, “What then? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” And he answered, “No.”   Malachi 4:5-6a “Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of the Lord comes. 6 And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children…”   Luke 1:14-17 And you will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth, 15 for he will be great before the Lord. And he must not drink wine or strong drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother’s womb. 16 And he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God, 17 and he will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready for the Lord a people prepared.”   Deuteronomy 18:15 “The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothers—it is to him you shall listen—”   Deuteronomy 18:18 “I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. And I will put my words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him.” John 1:22 So they said to him, “Who are you? We need to give an answer to those who sent us. What do you say about yourself?”   John 1:23 He said, “I am the voice of one crying out in the wilderness, ‘Make straight the way of the Lord,' as the prophet Isaiah said.”   Isaiah 40:3-5 A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. 4 Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low; the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain. 5 And the glory of the LORD shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.”   John 1:24-25 (Now they had been sent from the Pharisees.) 25 They asked him, “Then why are you baptizing, if you are neither the Christ, nor Elijah, nor the Prophet?”   John 1:26-28 John answered them, “I baptize with water, but among you stands one you do not know, 27 even he who comes after me, the strap of whose sandal I am not worthy to untie.” 28 These things took place in Bethany across the Jordan, where John was baptizing.   Matthew 3:1-2 In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, 2 “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”   Matthew 3:5-6 Then Jerusalem and all Judea and all the region about the Jordan were going out to him, 6 and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.   Jesus is the Lamb of God. John 1:29-31 The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! 30 This is he of whom I said, ‘After me comes a man who ranks before me, because he was before me.' 31 I myself did not know him, but for this purpose I came baptizing with water, that he might be revealed to Israel.” Isaiah 53:4-7 Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. 5 But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the LORD has laid on him the iniquity of us all. 7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth.   Isaiah 53:11 Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities.   Jesus is the One who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. John 1:32-33 And John bore witness: “I saw the Spirit descend from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. 33 I myself did not know him, but he who sent me to baptize with water said to me, ‘He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain, this is he who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.' Matthew 3:16 And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him;   Luke 4:18-19 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, 19 to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”   Romans 6:3-4 Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4 We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. Jesus is the chosen One of God. John 1:34 And I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God.” Isaiah 42:1a Behold my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights; I have put my Spirit upon him;   Matthew 3:17 and behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”   1 John 2:23 No one who denies the Son has the Father. Whoever confesses the Son has the Father also.   1 John 5:12 Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. Respond | Connect | Next Steps The post John: That You May Believe appeared first on Charleston Baptist Church.

Have you ever felt like you're in a "flyover" season of life—stuck in a place that feels dark, insignificant, or overlooked? In this message, we dive into Matthew 4:12-17 to see why Jesus bypassed the religious and political power of Jerusalem to launch His ministry in the "backwater" region of Galilee. We explore how this wasn't an accident, but the fulfillment of an ancient promise: that a Great Light would dawn exactly where people felt the most hopeless. Whether you are walking through a season of spiritual darkness or simply wondering where God is at work, this study of Jesus's first message—"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near"—offers a radical invitation to experience the transforming light of Christ right where you are. In this video, we discuss: Why God often chooses "insignificant" places to do His greatest work. The link between Jesus's ministry and the prophecy of Isaiah 9. What "repentance" actually means (and why it's a message of hope). How to find God's light in your own seasons of darkness.

2 Peter 3 (ESV)Andrew and Edwin discuss God's love and patience for even sinners.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24482The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

In this week's episode Dennis and Ashleigh discuss Bethel's public repentance over their unwillingness to publicly warn against Shawn Bolz.

The Spirit of God is not for sale. It is not a commodity that can be bought or sold. The power of God can only be received. It is to be used only for kingdom purposes. God, who knows our hearts, will never give us His anointing and power if He knows we have improper motives.Main Points:1. It's not wrong to want to be used by God. In fact, it's a wonderful desire. It's a holy desire. But an important question is: “Why do you want to be used by God? Why do you want His power in your life?” 2. If our ambition is to build our own kingdom, set up our own platform, and receive our own recognition, we will never be given the power of God.3. I believe today God freely gives His Holy Spirit to those with pure hearts and those who sincerely desire for God to use their lives for His glory.Today's Scripture Verses:Acts 8:20-24 - “But Peter replied, “May your money be destroyed with you for thinking God's gift can be bought! You can have no part in this, for your heart is not right with God. Repent of your wickedness and pray to the Lord. Perhaps he will forgive your evil thoughts, for I can see that you are full of bitter jealousy and are held captive by sin.  “Pray to the Lord for me,” Simon exclaimed, “that these terrible things you've said won't happen to me!”Jeremiah 17:10 - “I, the Lord, search all hearts and examine secret motives. I give all people their due rewards, according to what their actions deserve.”Psalm 115:1 - “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to Your name be the glory…”Revelation 4:11 - “You are worthy, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor and power. For you created all things, and they exist because you created what you pleased.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Send us a textAfter walking through the breadth of the Old Testament, we have crossed over four hundred silent years into the New Testament. To break the silence, a camel-hair-wearing, locust-and-wild-honey-eating John the Baptist marched out of the wilderness preaching, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Pick up your Bible or device, and turn to Malachi 4 to hear the story.This episode is based on the God's Word for Life, Winter 2025–2026, Adult Lesson Guide entitled, "John the Baptist" (February 1, 2026).Find an Apostolic church that preaches this glorious gospel and our response at UPCI.orgThis episode is produced by the Pentecostal Resources Group and is hosted by LJ Harry. To order resources of the God's Word for Life curriculum, visitPentecostalPublishing.com and PentecostalResourcesGroup.com. Share your God's Word for Life stories with me at pphcurriculum@upci.org.

Thursday, 5 February 2026   And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 16:19   “And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of the heavens. And whatever, if you may bind upon the earth, it will be ‘having been bound' in the heavens. And whatever, if you may loosen upon the earth, it will be ‘having been loosed' in the heavens.” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus proclaimed Simon Pétros, Peter. He also said that on the Rock, He would build His out-calling, noting that the gates of Hades would not overpower her. Now, still speaking to Peter, He says, “And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of the heavens.”   A new word, kleis, a key, is introduced. The word is used both literally and figuratively. In this instance, it is figurative. A key is what provides access. An example of that is seen in Isaiah 22–   “Then it shall be in that day, That I will call My servant Eliakim the son of Hilkiah; 21 I will clothe him with your robe And strengthen him with your belt; I will commit your responsibility into his hand. He shall be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem And to the house of Judah. 22 The key of the house of David I will lay on his shoulder; So he shall open, and no one shall shut; And he shall shut, and no one shall open. 23 I will fasten him as a peg in a secure place, And he will become a glorious throne to his father's house.” Isaiah 22:20-23   Eliakim was given the key, meaning access, to the house of David. In Luke 11:52, Jesus refers to the key to knowledge. Again, the use is figurative to indicate access to knowledge. Jesus is giving Peter the keys to heaven. He next explains what that means, saying, “And whatever, if you may bind upon the earth, it will be ‘having been bound' in the heavens.”   Access to heaven is through faith in Jesus. That is something ahead at this time for Peter. Hence, the future tense, “I will give.” The seal of salvation based on that faith is the Holy Spirit. Peter is being told that he will be the one to bind, meaning prohibit, that which is prohibited in the heavens. That is seen with the use of the perfect participle, having been bound. Likewise, Jesus says, “And whatever, if you may loosen upon the earth, it will be ‘having been loosed' in the heavens.”   To loosen means to undo and thus to allow. Peter, along with the other apostles, was given the authority to make decisions concerning what was to be done or not done in the church, confirming that which was bound in heaven. It is not a sleight of hand to include the other apostles. Those who wrote the epistles are demonstrating the same authority.   Peter is singled out here as the first to bear this authority. But in what sense? The answer is found in Acts, where the establishment of the church is recorded. From there, its continued expansion is followed throughout its pages. Who first addressed the people of Israel after Christ's ascension at Pentecost? It was Peter, in Acts 2.   “Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, ‘Men and brethren, what shall we do?' 38 Then Peter said to them, ‘Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call.' 40 And with many other words he testified and exhorted them, saying, ‘Be saved from this perverse generation.' 41 Then those who gladly received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them.”   Again, in Acts 8, the message spread to the Samaritans. The people believed, just as those in Jerusalem, but something was missing. Therefore –   “Now when the apostles who were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them, 15 who, when they had come down, prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit. 16 For as yet He had fallen upon none of them. They had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 17 Then they laid hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit.” Acts 8:14-17   And again, in Acts 10, the message was sent to the Gentiles, specifically Cornelius and his household –   “While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit fell upon all those who heard the word. 45 And those of the circumcision who believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out on the Gentiles also. 46 For they heard them speak with tongues and magnify God.” Acts 10:44-46   What is the common element in each account? Peter was present to verify what had already been bound in heaven. The Spirit, the proof of salvation, was poured out on the Jews through Peter's evangelism. Salvation next went to the Samaritans, but the proof of that salvation awaited Peter's presence. Salvation then went to the Gentiles when Peter was instructed to testify to the work of Jesus.   God's plan of salvation was intended for all people. This is the intent of Peter's having been given the “keys” to what was bound in the heavens. The structure of Acts makes it clearly evident that the focus of the book is on Peter from Acts 1 through 12. However, the narrative then shifts to Paul in Acts 13-28. Those things Peter did are repeated through Paul in a precise and meticulously recorded manner.   Peter, being the apostle to the circumcision, verified what God had planned. He spoke the gospel, and he possessed the keys. However, Jesus' words in no way restrict that same ability and authority from any other person. It simply began with Peter's witness of the unfolding events in God's redemptive narrative.   Life application: Something quite common in Christianity is for people to claim they can “bind” a spirit, “loosen a prophetic word,” etc. When you hear this, don't be fooled that they are somehow super spiritual or possess some gift or authority that you don't. Such people are tossing out catch phrases that actually mean nothing.   We don't have such authority. The Bible is written. It is our guide and authority for what we are to do in the church. We don't need to witness proof of anyone's salvation. That is up to God to decide. Mormons claim they are saved. Jehovah's Witnesses do too. And yet, their doctrine is false, and their teachings are heretical.   We are to tell people about Jesus, pray for them when they have needs, rightly instruct them about the faith, and let God be God. Don't get caught up in goofy catchphrases that actually mean diddly. Be sound in your doctrine. That is sufficient. We don't need to impress others. We need to do what God has instructed us to do.   Glorious Lord God, may we not be like those who claim authority that we have no right to. The pope claims he sits in Peter's seat and has the authority to decide things he has no authority over. Help us to stick to Your word, in context, and not get misdirected by false teachings that profit nothing. Amen.  

Reading Acts 2:37-38 where the Apostle Peter tells his hearers at Pentecost to repent and be baptized for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!