Podcasts about Sabbath

Join us as we uncover the deeper rest and ultimate freedom offered by Jesus through the Sabbath, in a story that defies legalism and showcases divine healing.In this episode of our series, we delve into the significance of the Sabbath, exploring its meaning through a powerful story of Jesus healing a woman bound by a demon for eighteen years. Discover how Jesus' teachings and actions on the Sabbath challenge the legalistic views of the Pharisees and emphasize the true rest and freedom found in Him.Today's Bible verse is Deuteronomy 5:12, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (11/14/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is your view of the Rapture? Kenny - Manhattan, KS (1:03)My daughter experienced abuse from her husband. Can she get a divorce? Mary Lou - Davidson, MI (7:12)Why does the Bible use the name “Jesus” instead of “Yeshua”? Brad - Jackson, MO (15:47)How do I witness to my friend from a Hindu background who believes that Jesus and Krishna are both God, just in different incarnations? John - Norwalk, CA (16:37)Was it really Samuel or someone else who appeared in 1 Samuel 28? Jackie - Longview, TX (21:18)Is it important to keep the Sabbath, and if so, why? Troy - WA (22:07)

Adam West | Recorded September 20, 2025

Adam West | Recorded September 20, 2025

It's one of the most valuable things we have—and one of the easiest to waste. We've all heard the saying, “Time is money.” But if that's true, why do we spend it so carelessly? The truth is, time is worth far more than dollars and cents—it's the most limited resource God has given us. Learning to steward it well isn't just good productivity advice—it's an act of worship.If you've ever said, “I just need a little more time,” you're not alone. Many of us feel the pressure of time slipping through our fingers. Ironically, we often spend our days chasing money, status, or success—only to run out of the very thing we were trying to “buy back.”We treat time like a renewable resource when it's really more like a savings account that's constantly being drawn down. Every hour that passes is one you'll never get back. Yet our culture tempts us to equate our worth with how much we earn or produce.A Biblical View of TimeScripture offers a radically different view. In Psalm 90:12, Moses prays, “Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” He's not talking about counting hours on a clock but realizing that our time is limited—and therefore deeply valuable.From a biblical perspective, time isn't ours to manage however we wish. It's a gift from God, entrusted to us for His purposes. Just as money and talents belong to Him, so does our time.In Ephesians 5:15–16, Paul writes, “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” The original Greek phrase for “making the best use” literally means “redeeming the time”—buying it back for God's glory. It's the same word Paul uses elsewhere to describe what Jesus did for us on the cross.Christ redeemed us from sin and emptiness, giving our lives eternal meaning. In the same way, we're called to redeem our time—to invest every moment, conversation, and decision in what will last forever.Here's the catch: if you don't decide what your time is worth, someone else will. Your job, your phone, your inbox, even social media—all have plans for your time. Unless you set boundaries, your days will fill up with things that seem urgent but aren't truly important.Jesus modeled something completely different. Even with the most important mission in history, He took time to rest, pray, eat with friends, and be fully present with people. He had the margin to be interrupted—to stop for the sick, listen to the hurting, and teach those who were searching. He never rushed, yet He always fulfilled the Father's will.How to Steward Your Time WellSo how can we live as if our time truly belongs to God?1. Reevaluate Your PrioritiesEvery decision is a trade. When you say yes to one thing, you say no to something else. Ask yourself, “What matters most in God's eyes—and am I giving that my best time?”2. Measure Time by Meaning, Not MoneyOur culture values time by dollars per hour, but God's economy works differently. A quiet afternoon encouraging a friend may not pay in cash—but it yields eternal dividends. As Jesus said, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”3. Build Margin into Your LifeJust as financial margin creates freedom to give, time margin allows you to live generously. When you're not overscheduled, you can pause to listen, serve, or rest. Sabbath isn't wasted time—it's holy time that reminds us that God is in control.4. Steward Small MomentsEternal impact isn't found only in big events. It's in the five minutes you pray for someone, the ten minutes you spend in Scripture, or the conversation that points someone to Jesus. As Colossians 3:17 reminds us, “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.”Making Your Hours Count for EternityWhen you see your time through an eternal lens, every moment takes on new meaning. You stop chasing the clock and start cherishing what truly matters. Missionary C.T. Studd once wrote, “Only one life, 'twill soon be past; only what's done for Christ will last.”So what's your time really worth? It's worth exactly what you invest in eternity.Don't just count your hours—make your hours count. Live intentionally. Rest purposefully. Serve generously. And let every day remind you of the One who holds all time in His hands.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have two kids—a 14-year-old and a newborn—and just opened brokerage accounts for them. What are the best investment options, especially for my newborn with a longer time horizon? I'd like something more flexible than a college savings plan.I retired at 59 and receive Social Security disability. My home is paid off, I have no debt, and I have savings in retirement and trading accounts. I'm thinking about buying a new car with cash to avoid debt, but would it be wiser to finance or lease instead?I recently bought an RV with dealership financing at 7.9% for 20 years, though I don't plan to keep it that long. Does simple interest work the same across all banks, and is there a good calculator for figuring out principal payments on early payoff? Also, where could I refinance to get a lower rate?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Calculator.net | Credit Karma (Simple Loan Calculator) | Calculator SoupList of Faith-Based Investment FundsWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep. 207: Intro: Show premise, violin practice, candles, local vintage markets.9:33: Tom Bombadil in The Culturist.16:54: As a mom: creating an environment of contented being.19:06: Contented being vs. laziness.21:06: The dangers of not having any drive or draw to anything. 23:26: A pattern of doing and being.26:25: Ecclesiastes 5! (Not Ephesians).29:57: Challenges to homeschooling, homemaking requires the making.34:32: For those that don't enjoy the work and honoring the Sabbath.37:03: The power of delight in the good things God has given us.37:31: The power of doing music with other people.47:45: People and creative works: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.47:50: It's all fake and AI.48:36: Created to function in community.49:27: Stay at home moms are economically vulnerable.55:48: If you stop with the making entropy starts immediately58:35: Show CloseToo Busy to Flush Telegram GroupCanavoxPique Tea - Referral Link (it's super-delicious and healthy)Wealthfront Referral LinkMolly's preferred Milk FrotherMolly's preferred Stone Heating PadIncogni (data removal and internet anonymizer) Get full access to Too Busy to Flush at www.toobusytoflush.com/subscribe

SummaryIn this episode of Echoes Through Eternity, Dr. Jeffrey D. Skinner explores the transformative power of saying 'no' and how it can lead to a more focused and fulfilling life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's priorities, setting boundaries, and creating rhythms of rest to guard against burnout and maintain spiritual health. Through practical steps and personal anecdotes, listeners are encouraged to embrace the strength found in discernment and the sacredness of their time.TakeawaysA life of endless yes can unravel your calling.No can unlock health, abundance, and a deeper joy.Clarifying your God-given priorities is essential.Your priorities aren't walls, they are pathways.Saying no starts before the word even forms.Every unchecked yes robs time from your true path.Boundaries are sacred ground that protect relationships.Your stop doing list is not loss; it is harvest.Sabbath is not a suggestion; it is God's invitation to trust.The quiet strength of no is a gift, not a chain.Sound bites"A life of endless yes can unravel your calling.""Saying no starts before the word even forms.""Boundaries are sacred ground."Chapters00:00 The Power of No03:22 Finding Balance in Church Planting05:50 Practical Steps to Saying No08:08 The 24-Hour Rule for Discernment10:44 Building a Stop Doing List13:05 Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships15:42 Creating Rhythms of Rest17:53 NEWCHAPTER17:58 ETE_Cover Art.mp4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/echoes-through-eternity-with-dr-jeffery-skinner--5523198/support.Echoes Through Eternity Guiding church planters and pastors to plant seeds of prayer, holiness, and courage that outlast a lifetime. contact drjefferydskinner@protonmail.com

What is a high Sabbath? How is a high Sabbath different from a regular Sabbath day?

We trace Byron's journey through a powerful week of prayer, the quiet drift of friends, and the choice to let God defend him. Restoration shows up in a song, a beach, and a courage to move forward without bitterness.• recap of the week of prayer and early fruit• misunderstandings about theology and labels that stick• fractured friendships and limits of “giving space”• burnout, Sabbath rest and seeking God's voice• Portland trip as reset and honest lament• God's confirmation through Jesus Loves Me• released from role but not from calling• the beach gathering and symbolic washing away• grief for losses and gratitude for transformed lives• choosing reconciliation and trusting God to vindicate

Living alone may be difficult, but what about dying alone? Physicians and nurses are the new priests accompanying people as they face death. But the experience of nursing homes, assisted living, and palliative wards are often some of the loneliest spaces in human culture.“He said, ‘Someone finally saw me. I've been in this hospital for 20 years and I didn't think anyone ever saw me.'”This episode is part 5 of a series, SOLO, which explores the theological, moral, and psychological dimensions of loneliness, solitude, and being alone.In this episode, Columbia physician and medical ethicist Lydia Dugdale joins Macie Bridge to reflect on loneliness, solitude, and what it means to die—and live—well. Drawing from her clinical work in New York City and the years of research and experience that went into her book The Lost Art of Dying, Dugdale exposes a crisis of unrepresented patients dying alone, the loss of communal care, and medicine's discomfort with mortality.She recalls the medieval Ars Moriendi tradition, where dying was intentionally communal, and explores how virtue and community sustain a good death. Together they discuss solitude as restorative rather than fearful, loneliness as a modern epidemic, and the sacred responsibility of seeing one another deeply. With stories from her patients and her own reflections on family, COVID isolation, and faith, Dugdale illuminates how medicine, mortality, and moral imagination converge on one truth: to die well, we must learn to live well … together.Helpful Links and ResourcesThe Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom by Lydia S. DugdalePew Research Center Study on Loneliness (2025)Harvard Study of Adult Development on LonelinessEpisode Highlights“If you want to die well, you have to live well.”“Community doesn't appear out of nowhere at the bedside.”“He said, ‘Someone finally saw me. I've been in this hospital for 20 years and I didn't think anyone ever saw me.'”“We are social creatures. Human beings are meant to be in relationship.”“Solitude, just like rest or Sabbath, is something all of us need.”About Lydia DugdaleLydia S. Dugdale, MD, MAR is a physician and medical ethicist at Columbia University, where she serves as Professor of Medicine and Director of the Center for Clinical Medical Ethics. She is the author of The Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom and a leading voice on virtue ethics, mortality, and human flourishing in medicine.Show NotesLoneliness, Solitude, and the CityNew York's “unrepresented” patients—those who have no one to make decisions for them.The phenomenon of people “surrounded but unseen” in urban life.“I have a loving family … but I never see them.”Medicine and the PandemicLoneliness intensified during COVID-19: patients dying alone under strict hospital restrictions.Dugdale's reflections on balancing social responsibility with human connection.“We are social creatures. Human beings are meant to be in relationship.”Technology, Fear, and the Online Shadow CommunityPost-pandemic isolation worsened by online echo chambers.One in five adults reports loneliness—back to pre-pandemic levels.The Lost Art of DyingMedieval Ars Moriendi: learning to die well by living well.Virtue and community as the foundation for a good death.“If you don't want to die an impatient, bitter, despairing old fool, then you need to practice hope and patience and joy.”Modern Medicine's Fear of DeathPhysicians unpracticed—and afraid—to talk about mortality.“Doctors themselves are afraid to talk about death.”How palliative care both helps and distances doctors from mortality.Community and MortalityThe man who reconnected with his estranged children after reading The Lost Art of Dying.“He said, ‘I want my kids there when I die.'”Living well so that dying isn't lonely.Programs of Connection and the Body of ChristVolunteer models, day programs, and mutual care as small restorations of community.“The more we commit to others, the more others commit back to us.”Solitude and the Human SpiritDistinguishing solitude, loneliness, and social isolation.Solitude as restorative and necessary: “All of us need solitude. It's a kind of rest.”The contemplative life as vital for engagement with the world.Death, Autonomy, and CommunityThe limits of “my death, my choice.”The communal role in death: “We should have folks at our deathbeds.”Medieval parish customs of accompanying the dying.Seeing and Being SeenA patient long thought impossible to care for says, “Someone finally saw me.”Seeing others deeply as moral and spiritual work.“How can we see each other and connect in a meaningful way?”Production NotesThis podcast featured Lydia DugdaleInterview by Macie BridgeEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Alexa Rollow, Emily Brookfield, and Hope ChunA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

By William Bradford - This is the eighth part of a mid-week Bible study series covering Christ's fifth discourse in the book of Matthew.

Daily Dose of Hope November 12, 2025   Scripture – John 19   Prayer: Holy God, You are a God of order and a God of purpose.  The world may seem chaotic, but you are not.  You have ordered your world with perfection.  Help us trust you.  Lord, fill us with your perfect peace.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading plan.  As most of you know, we have been walking through the Gospels and will soon walk through Acts.  Today, we begin John 19.    Our passage begins with Jesus before Pilate.  Even Pilate, the Roman official, recognizes that Jesus has done nothing wrong. Pontius Pilate is an interesting guy.  He knows that Jesus hasn't done anything wrong, certainly nothing worthy of execution, and he truly wants to free Jesus.  The text indicates that Pilate is somewhat scared of Jesus. He tries to placate the Jewish leaders.  He has Jesus flogged.  He offers to release Barrabas, a noted insurrectionist, thinking for sure they would rather have Jesus set free rather than a murderer.  But that isn't what happened. And Pilate isn't willing to stand up for what he knows is right.  His own role in Jesus' death lands him a mention in the Apostle's Creed, the most famous and oldest Christian Creed.  Think about it, for two thousand years, Christians around the globe have been declaring that Jesus died under Pontius Pilate.    Bottom line:  The Jewish officials are desperate to get rid of Jesus. They are blinded by fear, jealousy, and contempt. In an attempt to get Pilate to cooperate with their plans, they threaten to report him to Caesar. After all, Jesus claimed to be king and anyone who made such a claim would be considered a threat to the emperor. The great irony here is that the Jews are essentially presenting themselves as better Roman citizens than Pilate, the Roman official. When it's convenient for them, they are happy to use the pagan Roman government to get their way. They will sacrifice their own ethics to ensure that Jesus is killed.   The thing about sacrificing our ethics is that it's a slippery slope, is it not? These Jewish officials were probably very pious men. They thought they were doing the right thing. Afterall, Jesus was saying blasphemous things and he didn't follow their rules. They needed to step in and take care of it. But gradually their dislike of Jesus became hate. They so badly wanted him gone that they were willing to do anything, break their own laws, disobey Torah, simply to get rid of him. They were willing to do anything, no matter how shady it was or low they had to go.   Has your hatred of another person ever made you compromise your own values? We think we are so much better than these Jewish officials but I think sometimes we are just like these Jewish officials. Dig deep today, friends. Examine your own heart. The remainder of the chapter is pretty powerful.  Jesus carries his own cross to the place of his execution.  The soldiers cast lots for his clothing.  He breathes his last breath without any of his bones being broken by the soldiers.  They pierced his side with a spear.  Lots of prophecy being fulfilled here.   Finally, two faithful Jewish men, Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, take Jesus' body and place it in a tomb.  Not a lot can be done to prepare the body for burial because it's Friday afternoon and the Sabbath is upon them.  Things will have to wait.  But things may look a lot different on Sunday morning.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord's compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God's mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a balance between the goodness of humanity as God's creation and our brokenness due to original sin. Today's readings are Luke 6-8 and Proverbs 26:1-3. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

In today's episode, Jesus passes through Samaria, a town that most Jews considered to be so loathsome that even setting foot inside the city limits would have been frowned upon. Jesus not only does this, but he breaks custom by asking a Samaritan woman for a drink of water, telling her about the living water that leads to eternal life. Along with his disciples, he stays for two days before continuing onward to Galilee. Later, in Jerusalem, Jesus heals a mand on the Sabbath and refers to God as his Father, and this is where he begins to earn the ire of the Pharisees.John 4 - 1:09 . John 5 - 10:16 . Psalm 145 - 17:56 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

It's the most wonderful time of the year… and the most exhausting. Between the decorating, the baking, the shopping, and the pressure to make everything magical, our souls can feel more hurried than holy. In this episode, we slow down to talk about what it really means to rest during the holidays, not just physically, but spiritually.Drawing from The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas, and the practice of Slow Living, join us as we explore how doing less will actually help us experience more: more peace, more joy, and more presence with the people (and the God) who matter most.If you feel like you're carrying the weight of making the holidays “perfect,” this conversation will remind you that perfection isn't the point - presence is. You'll walk away with practical ideas to simplify the season, breathe deeply, and rediscover the sacred rhythm of rest, even in the holiday hurry.Show Notes:The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerThe Deeply Formed Life by Rich VillodasSlow Living Articles:Already Stressed About the Holidays?https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2025-11-06/tips-holiday-overwhelm-stress-niro-felicianoHow to Slow Down During the Holidays              https://caitlinhoustonblog.com/how-to-slow-down-during-the-holidays/Why Doing Nothing Intentionally is Good for Us: The Rise of the Slow Living Movement.                                           https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20240724-why-doing-nothing-intentionally-is-good-for-us-the-rise-of-the-slow-living-movement

Sabbath School panel discussion and insight by 3ABN pastors and teachers. This podcast episode follows 2025 quarter 4, lesson 7 of the adult Bible study guide book. This quarter's book topic is “Joshua”, and this week's Sabbath School lesson is titled “Ultimate Loyalty: Worship In a War Zone”. Join us every week for a fresh and relevant study of the word of God.  Reading: Josh. 5:1-7; Exod. 12:6; 1 Cor. 5:7; Josh. 8:30-35; Deut. 8:11, 14; Heb. 9:11, 12. Memory Text: " 'But seek first the kingdom of God and his righ­teousness, and all these things will be added to you' " (Matthew 6:33, ESV).   (November 8 - November 14)  Sunday – (John Lomacang) - Covenant FirstMonday – (James Rafferty) - PassoverTuesday – (Ryan Johnson) - Altars of RenewalWednesday – (Shelley Quinn) - Written on StonesThursday – (John Dinzey) - Longing for His Presence Want the Panelists' notes? You can sign up here: https://3abnsabbathschoolpanel.com/notes/  Questions or Comments? Email us at mail@3abn.org Donate: https://3abn.org/donate-quick.html

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Hanukkah Traditions: Sufganiyot & Community Tales Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-11-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: עם ריח תבלינים באוויר וצבעים עזים בכל מקום, שוק מחנה יהודה בירושלים היה חי ותוסס במיוחד.En: With the scent of spices in the air and vibrant colors everywhere, the Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem was especially lively and bustling.He: תמר הסתובבה בין הדוכנים עם חיוך חצי מרוגש וחצי לחוץ.En: Tamar wandered among the stalls with a smile that was half excited and half anxious.He: היא אהבה את השוק הזה מאז שהייתה ילדה, אבל היום היא חיפשה משהו מיוחד: את כל החומרים לסופגניות המפורסמות של סבתא שלה.En: She had loved this market since she was a child, but today she was looking for something special: all the ingredients for her grandmother's famous sufganiyot.He: היה סתיו וקריר, ופנסים קטנים האירו את הרחובות באור חמים.En: It was autumn and cool, and small lanterns lit the streets with a warm glow.He: תמר עברה בין הדוכנים עם רשימה בידה, פניה מלאות נחישות.En: Tamar moved between the stalls with a list in her hand, her face full of determination.He: היא רצתה להכין ארוחת שבת לחנוכה למשפחתה, ולהחזיר טעם מהעבר, כשסבתה הייתה מכינה סופגניות מהחלומות לשבתות חנוכה.En: She wanted to prepare a Sabbath dinner for Hanukkah for her family, bringing back a taste from the past, when her grandmother would make dreamlike sufganiyot for Hanukkah Sabbaths.He: אבל השוק היה הומה.En: But the market was crowded.He: אנשים בכל מקום, קונים את כל מה שיכולים לקראת החג המתקרב.En: People were everywhere, buying everything they could ahead of the approaching holiday.He: בחנות הקמח, המוכר הביט בה בצער.En: At the flour shop, the seller looked at her with regret.He: "מצטער, גברת, ניגמר לי הקמח המיוחד שאת מחפשת," אמר.En: "Sorry, ma'am, I'm out of the special flour you're looking for," he said.He: תמר לא ויתרה.En: Tamar didn't give up.He: "יש תחליף?En: "Is there a substitute?"He: " היא שאלה, חושבת לעצמה אם היא תצליח לשמר את טעם הילדות או תיאלץ לעגל פינות עם משהו חדש.En: she asked, wondering if she would manage to preserve the childhood taste or have to cut corners with something new.He: היא ידעה שהיא חייבת למצוא את החומרים האותנטיים כדי לכבד את הזיכרון של סבתה.En: She knew she had to find the authentic ingredients to honor her grandmother's memory.He: כשעברה בחנות תבלינים קטנה, זכרה פתאום חברה ותיקה של המשפחה, יונה, שהייתה תמיד עם פתרונות קסם בכל בעיה.En: As she passed a small spice shop, she suddenly remembered an old family friend, Yona, who always had magical solutions to every problem.He: יונה הייתה בעברה מהבשלניות הגדולות של ירושלים וגרה קרוב לשוק.En: Yona was once one of the great cooks of Jerusalem and lived close to the market.He: תמר חשה השראה ופנתה לדוכן הפטל של אבי.En: Tamar felt inspired and turned to Avi's berry stall.He: היא הסבירה לו את מצוקתה.En: She explained her plight to him.He: אבי חייך ושאל: "למה לא תלכי ליונה?En: Avi smiled and asked, "Why don't you go to Yona?He: אולי היא תוכל לעזור!En: Maybe she can help!"He: "תמר הרגישה פתאום פרץ של תקווה.En: Tamar suddenly felt a burst of hope.He: היא מיהרה לדירה של יונה.En: She hurried to Yona's apartment.He: כשהגיעה, יונה חייכה למראה פני החברה הצעירה.En: When she arrived, Yona smiled at the sight of the young friend.He: "תמר!En: "Tamar!He: איזו הפתעה נעימה!En: What a pleasant surprise!"He: " היא קראה ונתנה לה חיבוק חם.En: she exclaimed and gave her a warm hug.He: תמר הסבירה במהירות את המצב, יונה הנהנה בחיוך.En: Tamar quickly explained the situation, and Yona nodded with a smile.He: "אני יודעת בדיוק מה את צריכה," אמרה יונה ושלפה מהמטבח הקטן שלה שקית קמח שהסתתרה מאחור.En: "I know exactly what you need," said Yona, retrieving from her small kitchen a hidden bag of flour.He: "זה בדיוק הקמח של סבתך.En: "This is exactly your grandmother's flour."He: "תמר התמלאה בהתרגשות.En: Tamar was filled with excitement.He: היא הודתה ליונה בכל ליבה וחזרה הביתה כשהיא מרגישה מצוידת ופעלתנית.En: She thanked Yona with all her heart and returned home feeling equipped and industrious.He: בערב שבת, כל המשפחה התייצבה סביב שולחן מלא כל טוב.En: On Friday evening, the whole family gathered around a table full of delicacies.He: הסופגניות היו מושלמות, מלאות בריבה טעימה כשהן עוד חמות, בדיוק כמו שסבתא שלה הייתה מכינה.En: The sufganiyot were perfect, filled with tasty jam while still warm, just like her grandmother used to make.He: כשאמה נגסה ביס ראשון, עלו דמעות בעיניה.En: When her mother took the first bite, tears welled up in her eyes.He: "זה בדיוק כמו של אמא," היא לחשה.En: "It's just like mom's," she whispered.He: תמר הרגישה גאווה גדולה, הבינה את כוחן של מסורות ואת התמיכה שקיבלה מהקהילה.En: Tamar felt immense pride, understanding the power of traditions and the support she received from the community.He: היא חייכה לעצמה, יודעת שהצליחה לשמר טעם וזיכרון יקר, וכל זאת בזכות נחישותה ועזרתם של אחרים.En: She smiled to herself, knowing that she had succeeded in preserving a precious taste and memory, all thanks to her determination and the help of others.He: השבת הייתה מושלמת, והאור המסנוור של חנוכה הבריק בלב כולם.En: The Sabbath was perfect, and the radiant light of Hanukkah shone in everyone's hearts. Vocabulary Words:scent: ריחspices: תבליניםvibrant: עזיםbustling: תוססwandered: הסתובבהanxious: לחוץingredients: חומריםlanterns: פנסיםdetermination: נחישותgathered: התייצבהdelicacies: כל טובtears welled up: עלו דמעותsubstitute: תחליףauthentic: אותנטייםpreserve: לשמרhonor: לכבדmemory: זיכרוןinspired: השראהplight: מצוקהexclaimed: קראהretrieving: שלפהequipped: מצוידתindustrious: פעלתניתfilled: מלאותburst of hope: פרץ של תקווהprecious: יקרtraditions: מסורותcommunity: קהילהradiant: המסנוורapproaching: המתקרבBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

In this weekend's broadcast of Words of Grace, Pastor Benjamin Winslett turns to Luke 6 to consider Jesus' encounter with the heavy hand of legalism. In these familiar passages, the Pharisees condemn Christ and His disciples for plucking grain on the Sabbath and later challenge Him for restoring a man's withered hand on another Sabbath. … Continue reading "Jesus’ Encounter with Legalism"

What does it mean when the Bible says “God rested”? An artist doesn't continually wield the brush. At some point the artist puts down the brush down and steps back and see the canvas. That's what is described of God. He took a moment – a space in time to reflect on what he had done and to experience joy over his creation. Satisfaction in a moment of reflection. Sabbath represent those moments when we take a step back – pause in our brushwork to renew our vision of life, and our relationship with God so that we can take up a fresh brush and start painting again with clarified vision and renewed energy. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.

Jesus challenges the Pharisees by healing on the Sabbath.Jesus confronts the rigid interpretations of Sabbath laws by healing a man in need, demonstrating that compassion and human need are more important than strict adherence to rules. This episode showcases the revolutionary nature of Jesus' ministry and his call to prioritize love and mercy.Today's Bible verse is Mark 2:27, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biblically, the sin of not resting is seen as disobedience to God's rhythm of creation and a rejection of trust in His provision. It leads to spiritual dryness, societal injustice, and even exile.   Here's how Scripture frames this:  

Rev. Dr. Charlene Jin Lee invites us to rest with a sermon on Sabbath

Join Mark Call of Shabbat Shalom Mesa fellowship for a two-part look at parsha "Vayera," Genesis chapters 18 through 22) and the central part of the story of the first Patriarch, Abraham, from his storied 'dickering' with YHVH Himself concerning the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, to the 'binding of Isaac,' known as 'the Akieda,' that prefigures another parallel act on that very same spot, many centuries later. It is perhaps THE "Biblical-level" Act of Faith. First, the Erev Shabbat reading: https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SSM-11-7-25-Vayera-teaching-podcast-xxx.mp3 The Sabbath Day Midrash is about not only that "Act of Faith," but what it says to BOTH of those two houses, still in exile, who each believe the story prophecies the Messiah Himself, but can't seem to recognize His character in the process! "Vayera: 'Your son, your only son...Who?" https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/WT-CooH-11-8-25-Vayera-Your-son-your-only-Son-podcast-xxx.mp3 The combined two-part reading and Sabbath midrash:

A Rested Heart — Pastor Jason Burns What does it mean to follow God's design for margin and rest in a world that glorifies busyness? Through Scripture and the practice of Sabbath, Pastor Jason reminds us that rest isn't a reward—it's a command and a blessing meant to restore our hearts and renew our connection with God.

Do You Struggle with Your “Prayer Life”? Find a Quiet Place for Your Personal Relationship with God and Pray to the Universe's Creator MESSAGE SUMMARY: Do you struggle with your “Prayer Life”, even though you know it is the most important component of a life lived as a Jesus Follower? Abraham provides you with a model for a “Prayer Life” that works. Abraham was an awesome man, and he had things happen in his life that were both important for him and humankind down through the ages as a resultant of his “Prayer Life”. For the development of your own “Prayer Life”, you can learn from Abraham's “Prayer Life”. One of the first things Abraham did, when he went to a new location or was in a new situation, was to build an altar to the Lord and call on the Lord's name in prayer. In Genesis 12:8, Abraham's focus on and the priority given to his “Prayer Life” is described: “From there he {Abraham}moved to the hill country on the east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. And there he built an altar to the LORD and called upon the name of the LORD.". Prayer was a priority for Abraham to build a place for God in his life and for his personal relationship with God. A way you can follow Abraham's example is to find an altar, a church, or a quiet place in your life to worship and pray, and to call upon the Lord's name like Abraham.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus' name, amen.  Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). 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): Genesis 12:7-8; Genesis 13:3-18; Genesis 22:9-14; Psalms 79:1-13. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “My Grace is Sufficient” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/    DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Deuteronomy 5:12-15 NIV 12 “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the Lord your God has commanded you. 13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work,14 but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your ox, your donkey or any of your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns, so that your male and female servants may rest, as you do. 15 Remember that you were slaves in Egypt and that the Lord your God brought you out of there with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. Therefore the Lord your God has commanded you to observe the Sabbath day.

Christ didn't just rest for us—He rested as us. This message unpacks how the Sabbath rest promised in the Old Covenant finds its fulfillment in Jesus' finished work. His “It is finished” opened the door to a new kind of rest—freedom from striving, sin, and fear. We're invited to live seated with Him in victory, entering daily into the rest He already secured.

By Brian Shaw - One day God's Elect will no longer be under the influence of human flesh, nor will we be subjugated by failed human attempts to govern themselves apart from God, but our respect for each while IN this age prepares us for the next.

By Eric Myers - Sometimes God uses the weather to bless and to curse.

By Luis A Marrero - The sermonette discusses the message to the Church of Thyatira in Revelation, highlighting how Christians there faced pressure to compromise their faith by participating in pagan practices for economic security. It draws parallels to modern challenges, warning that believers may again be tested to

By John May - What is godly sorrow, and why does God want to see this trait within us when we seek reconciliation with Him after we have sinned? Godly sorrow is the realization that when we sin, we give offense to God. And godly sorrow then inspires us to seek God's grace and forgiveness and to correct the

By Walter Crane - We use the familiar road-trip question “Are we there yet?” to explore Christian longing for Christ's return. Despite repeated predictions across decades and today's turbulent headlines, Scripture teaches that the exact timing is unknown and certain events must precede it. The proper response is not

By Darris McNeely - What can we learn from Ephesians 3 about the unity and source of strength we need as we seek to accomplish the mission of the Church and fulfill God's purpose for us individually?

By Stephen Bouchette - Who was Jabez? Why is he mentioned? What did he do? What lessons can we discern from his story?

By Tim Haggard - Serve God in a way that will achieve his desired results, not our own.

By Brandon Pack - Understanding how to have Christ-like acceptance of others.

By Scott Brummett - An in-depth look into the beatitudes listed in Matthew 5, importance of the order they are listed in, and how they relate to Jesus Christ.

By Ken Loucks - This message examines what it means to be a spiritual family in the way God intended, using Acts 2 as the foundation. It shows how the early Church was united by shared truth, fellowship, meals, and prayer—and how those same qualities still define God's people today. It acknowledges the reality of

By Chuck Smith - Are you going to be an angel when you go to heaven? What's wrong with that sentence? Join us today and find out!

By Scott McKeon - The 7th trump introduces the coronation of Jesus Christ as the King of kings, offering comfort and encouragement to us. Yet, there is much to come before Satan is put away and his influence removed.

By Kirk Kester - In Matthew 11:12, Jesus Christ says, "the violent take it (the Kingdom) by force." What does this phrase mean for Christians? We'll look at this scripture more in-depth and try to unravel what a person is supposed to get violent about.

By Kelly M Irvin - A reduction in cooking, creates a greater concentration and blending of ingredients to improve flavor. An analogy is drawn between the model prayer of Matthew, Chapter 6, and this concept of summarizing a concept to its most essential parts, especially in terms of forgiveness.

By Anthony Scott - Revelation 3:17 Because you say, I am rich, have become wealthy, and have need of nothing - and do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked.

By Andrew C Lee - While we see in the news about famous and wealthy people building refuges in attempt to protect themselves, and while there are many who escape their problems by immersing themselves in physical things of this world, where do we place our trust for our refuge? Are we cultivating our faith in God to

By Tim Martens - A review of the Biblical characteristics of likeable people and how those characteristics apply to our relationships with both God and humans.

By David Chornomaz - This message teaches and encourages Christians about the importance of endurance in their spiritual lives. It emphasizes that endurance is not just about surviving temporary hardships but about remaining steadfast in faith and commitment to God all the way to the end. It uses biblical examples

By Skip Miller - Even after 50 years in God's Church these 3 "take-aways" are still alive & well & valid and valuable! They are found at every Feast of Tabernacles (in one message or another) that my wife and I have attended.

By Brian McGuire - Christ gave His life out of joy, love, and the desire to demonstrate His righteousness.