Podcasts about Sabbath

All Catholic apologists have one thing in common - they distort early Church history to present a false narrative of continuation that backdates Catholicism and its many abominable, unbiblical practices and traditions beyond its inception in the 4th century with Constantine. Today I do a deep dive response to one such apologist, Joe Heschmeyer, in response to an increasingly more important topic: The Sabbath.* 00:00 - Introduction* 17:35 - Initial Commentary* 24:34 - Response #1* 52:39 - Response #2* 1:50:03 - Response #3* 2:05:20 - Response #4* 2:40:04 - Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe

In today's Confessions episode, Brian and Wil talk about how we should think about observing the Sabbath and build in a routine of Sabbath rest in our weekly structures.Westminster Confession of FaithConfessing the Faith - A Reader's Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith by Chad Van DixhoornHosts: Brian Salter & Wil NettletonProducer: Ben WingardMusic arranged by David Henry and performed by David Henry and Hannah Lutz.To contact Pillar & Ground or to submit a question that you would like to hear addressed on a future episode, please email podcast@lmpc.org.  

I discuss the importance of Sabbath and community as a remedy for the illnesses created in us by our technological society. A huge thanks to Seth White for the awesome music!Thanks to Palmtoptiger17 for the beautiful logo: https://www.instagram.com/palmtoptiger17/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thewayfourth/?modal=admin_todo_tourYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTd3KlRte86eG9U40ncZ4XA?view_as=subscriberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theway4th/ Kingdom Outpost: https://kingdomoutpost.org/My Reading List Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21940220.J_G_ElliotPurity of Heart is to Will One Thing: https://www.religion-online.org/book/purity-of-heart-is-to-will-one-thing/Arendt on Loneliness: https://web.archive.org/web/20250731200849/https://www.vox.com/vox-conversations-podcast/23048597/vox-conversations-hannah-arendt-totalitarianism-the-philosophersHeschel's Sabbath: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/345500.The_SabbathMost of us seem to labor for the sake of things of space. As a result we suffer from a deeply rooted dread of time and stand aghast when compelled to look into its face.Technical civilization is man's conquest of space. It is a triumph frequently achieved by sacrificing an essential ingredient of existence, namely, time. In technical civilization, we expend time to gain space. To enhance our power in the world of space is our main objective. Yet to have more does not mean to be more. The power we attain in the world of space terminates abruptly at the borderline of time. But time is the heart of existence.1It is impossible for man to shirk the problem of time. The more we think the more we realize: we cannot conquer time through space. We can only master time in time.4 The higher goal of spiritual living is not to amass a wealth of information, but to face sacred moments. In a religious experience, for example, it is not a thing that imposes itself on man but a spiritual presence. 5 What is retained in the soul is the moment of insight rather than the place where the act came to pass. A moment of insight is a fortune, transporting us beyond the confines of measured time. Spiritual life begins to decay when we fail to sense the grandeur of what is eternal in time.While the deities of other peoples were associated with places or things, the God of Israel was the God of events: the Redeemer from slavery, the Revealer of the Torah, manifesting Himself in events of history rather than in things or places.It is, indeed, a unique occasion at which the distinguished word qadosh is used for the first time: in the Book of Genesis at the end of the story of creation. How extremely significant is the fact that it is applied to time: “And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy.”7 There is no reference in the record of creation to any object in space that would be endowed with the quality of holiness. This is a radical departure from accustomed religious thinking. The mythical mind would expect that, after heaven and earth have been established, God would create a holy place—a holy mountain or a holy spring—whereupon a sanctuary is to be established. Yet it seems as if to the Bible it is holiness in time, the Sabbath, which comes first. When history began, there was only one holiness in the world, holiness in time. When at Sinai the word of God was about to be voiced, a call for holiness in man was proclaimed: “Thou shalt be unto me a holy people.” It was only after the people had succumbed to the temptation of worshipping a thing, a golden calf, that the erection of a Tabernacle, of holiness in space, was commanded.8 The sanctity of time came first, the sanctity of man came second, and the sanctity of space last.What is so luminous about a day? What is so precious to captivate the hearts? It is because the seventh day is a mine where spirit's precious metal can be found with which to construct the palace in time, a dimension in which the human is at home with the divine; a dimension in which man aspires to approach the likeness of the divine. For where shall the likeness of God be found? There is no quality that space has in common with the essence of God. There is not enough freedom on the top of the mountain; there is not enough glory in the silence of the sea. Yet the likeness of God can be found in time, which is eternity in disguise.According to the Stagirite, “we need relaxation, because we cannot work continuously. Relaxation, then, is not an end”; it is “for the sake of activity,” for the sake of gaining strength for new efforts.2 To the biblical mind, however, labor is the means toward an end, and the Sabbath as a day of rest, as a day of abstaining from toil, is not for the purpose of recovering one's lost strength and becoming fit for the forthcoming labor. The Sabbath is a day for the sake of life. Man is not a beast of burden, and the Sabbath is not for the purpose of enhancing the efficiency of his work. “Last in creation, first in intention,” 3 the Sabbath is “the end of the creation of heaven and earth:” 4 The Sabbath is not for the sake of the weekdays; the weekdays are for the sake of Sabbath.5 It is not an interlude but the climax of living.There are two points of view from which time can be sensed: from the point of view of space and from the point of view of spirit. Looking out of the window of a swiftly moving railroad car, we have the impression that the landscape is moving while we ourselves are sitting still. Similarly, when gazing at reality while our souls are carried away by spatial things, time appears to be in constant motion. However, when we learn to understand that it is the spatial things that are constantly running out, we realize that time is that which never expires, that it is the world of space which is rolling through the infinite expanse of time. Thus temporality may be defined as the relation of space to time. The boundless continuous but vacuous entity which realistically is called space is not the ultimate form of reality. Our world is a world of space moving through time—from the Beginning to the End of Days. To the common mind the essence of time is evanescence, temporality. The truth, however, is that the fact of evanescence flashes upon our minds when poring over things of space. It is the world of space that communicates to us the sense for temporality. Time, that which is beyond and independent of space, is everlasting; it is the world of space which is perishing. Things perish within time; time itself does not change. We should not speak of the flow or passage of time but of the flow or passage of space through time. It is not time that dies; it is the human body which dies in time. Temporality is an attribute of the world of space, of things of space. Time which is beyond space is beyond the division in past, present and future.There is no moment which I possess exclusively. This very moment belongs to all living men as it belongs to me. We share time, we own space. Through my ownership of space, I am a rival of all other beings; through my living in time, I am a contemporary of all other beings. We pass through time, we occupy space. Thanks to our monthly supporters J Phillip Mast Laverne Miller Jesse Killion

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In March of 2025, Charlie spoke at The Wisdom Pearl event on a special panel entitled, “Remember.” He spoke about why he began observing the Sabbath, and how it changed his life so much that it drive him to write an entire book about it. Charlie poured his soul into this book and never got to see it published. Honor his legacy. Pre-order ‘STOP, in the Name of God’ at 45BOOKS.COM. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Practically Pastoring Hot Takes Episode — the one where we unintentionally roast half of evangelicalism and guarantee Andrew never gets invited to another conference again.From At-the-Movies sermons, to canceling church the Sunday after Christmas, to whether bad coffee means you hate visitors… this might be the most unhinged—and honest—episode we've ever recorded.Grab your headphones, brace yourself, and enjoy the chaos.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – The intro that might get us all fired00:35 – Hot Take #1: At-the-Movies (We said what we said)05:10 – Is the seeker-sensitive era dead?09:26 – Conference ad read (but actually funny)10:42 – Hot Take #2: Canceling the Sunday after Christmas19:36 – Why “Sabbath Sunday” might be missing the point20:45 – Hot Take #3: Your livestream probably needs help27:22 – Why live-stream views don't count as attendance30:11 – Hot Take #4: Multi-site churches & accidental celebrity culture37:11 – When a campus pastor becomes a hostage38:32 – Hot Take #5: “We're just being faithful…” or are we lazy?45:16 – Church revitalization and marketing46:19 – Lightning Round Hot Takes47:00 – Kids in service48:52 – Women on stage49:57 – Delegation or insecurity?52:47 – The real story behind “church hurt”56:26 – The most divisive issue of all: church coffee01:00:00 – Frank's wife Cori gets dragged into the show again01:01:12 – Conference invite + chaos outro

Join Mark Call of Shabbat Shalom Mesa fellowship for a two-part look at parsha “Vayishlach,” Genesis 32:4 through chapter 36) the story of Yakov/Jacob as he finally returns to Beit El, and a ‘reunion’ with his estranged brother, Esau. The Erev Shabbat reading: https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SSM-12-5-25-Vayishlach-teaching-podcast-xxx.mp3 That story has lessons enough, but there is an extended genealogy of Esau’s side of the family that might seem out of place, given the reminder that “Yakov I have loved, Esau I have hated,” says YHVH. And there are certainly a number of prophecies – arguably yet to be fulfilled – about the ultimate demise of the descendants of that line. So who, or what, is Esau? As Mark Call of Shabbat Shalom Mesa documents in the midrash, there are no shortages of opinions on that score. But we have certainly been warned. Vayishlach: ‘The Long Genealogy of Esau – and Two Houses’ https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WT-CooH-12-6-25-Vayishlach-Two-houses-and-Edom-podcast-xxx.mp3 The combined two-part reading and Sabbath midrash:

God, the Father, Is Spirit; Jesus Followers Must Worship the Father in Spirit and Truth with Reality and Honesty and Not a Façade MESSAGE SUMMARY: As Jesus, in John 4:23-26, tells the woman of Samaria by the well: “But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” The woman said to him, ‘I know that Messiah is coming (he who is called Christ). When he comes, he will tell us all things.' Jesus said to her, ‘I who speak to you am he.'”. Not just God but the Father will be worshiped in Spirit and in Truth. The father desires the kind of worshipers that worship in the Holy Spirit and worshipers that worship in Truth – not a façade but a reality and an honesty before God. God is Spirit, and His worshippers must worship Him in Spirit and in Truth because Jesus told us, in John 14:6: “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'". We serve a God who is Spirit, in His essence, as well as The Truth.     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 FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): John 4:23-26; Matthew 28:16-20; Mark 7:6-8; Psalms 14:1-7. 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 Day Is Coming – Part 2” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/    DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

In March of 2025, Charlie spoke at The Wisdom Pearl event on a special panel entitled, “Remember.” He spoke about why he began observing the Sabbath, and how it changed his life so much that it drive him to write an entire book about it. Charlie poured his soul into this book and never got to see it published. Honor his legacy. Pre-order ‘STOP, in the Name of God’ at 45BOOKS.COM. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Day Is Coming – Part 2 MESSAGE SUMMARY: We are in the season of Advent, which means “coming” or “arrival”. The Church begins this season of “arrival” or Advent as the time we recognize and celebrate the “arrival” of Jesus – both Jesus' “first coming” and His “second coming”. We celebrate Jesus' “first coming” on Christmas Eve. The season of Advent is, also, a season of hope; and Advent is the beginning of our Church's “New Year”. In the book of Isaiah, Isaiah 24 through Isaiah 26 presents prophesies regarding the future about 600 years before the birth of Jesus. More specifically, Isaiah 24:1-13 describes the destruction of the world resulting from the sinful acts of God's people. However, Isaiah 24:14-16 describes a period of joy and hope in the world. As in the time of Isaiah, we should not give credence to the prophesies, by fellow humans today, of the world's destruction and/or a specific date for Jesus' ”second coming” {arrival}. Jesus told us both not to be “anxious” about those things that we cannot control and that “no one knows the day and the hour” of His return (i. e. Jesus “second coming”). Rather, in this season of Advent, we recognize the hope brought to the world by God's grace and His gift of Jesus. Our hope is built upon Jesus' birth, death on the cross, and His Resurrection all providing us with the means for our Redemption, Salvation, and our Eternal Life. However, there will be a day when Jesus returns again to earth (i. e. Jesus' “second coming”) on a day that cannot be predicted by humans. Jesus' “second coming” will establish His Kingdom and a new Heaven. Therefore, even though we do not know the when of Jesus' “second coming” we haves God's promise of the what Jesus' “second coming” will mean. We need not fear the “second coming”. The “second coming” is a promise by God and should lead us, in this season of Advent, to renew our preparation in hope and not fear and anxiety. We have God's promise that nothing can separate us from His love, as the Apostle John tells us in 1 John 4:16-19: “So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. By this is love perfected with us, so that we may have confidence for the day of judgment, because as he is so also are we in this world. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. We love because he first loved us." We do not want to get so wrapped up in the details of Jesus' “second coming” so that, like the First Century Jews, we miss Jesus. One certainty, in Jesus' “second coming”, is our “Judgement”. Jesus' “second coming” will “arrive”, but we have nothing to fear if we are ready. We are “ready” by living lives of Faithfulness to the Gospel and through Repentance. Is there something in your life with which you have not dealt with in Repentance? If so, you are not “ready”. We must be willing to follow Jesus and to respond to those things He asks of us. The Apostle John tell us in Revelation 22:20-21: “He who testifies to these things says, ‘Surely I am coming soon.' Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! The Grace of Lord Jesus be with all. Amen”. Do you want to be ready for Jesus' “second coming”? If so, are you ready?   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: I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  Isaiah 24:1-16; Romans 8:38-39; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:12-19; 1 John 4:16-19; Revelation 20:4; Matthew 25:31-32; Johnb5:24; 1 Corinthians 11:28-32; Romans 11:25-27; Luke 1:31-33; Hebrews 1:8; Hebrews 10:37-39; Revelation 22:20-21. (Click the blue below to read the full Bible text for these scripture references in BOLD.). A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “God, the Father, Is Spirit; Jesus Followers Must Worship the Father in Spirit and Truth with Reality and Honesty and Not a Façade”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

By Ken Loucks - Many people misread the Bible because they confuse the picture with the point—taking metaphors, analogies, and symbols as if they were literal, or mashing them together as if they mean the same thing. This message lays a clear, biblical foundation for telling the difference between what is LITERAL

By Tim Martens - This sermon presents a detailed biblical exposition centered on 2 Timothy chapters 2 and 3, framing them as a practical “last days survival guide” for Christians navigating moral and spiritual challenges of the present era. Mr Martens emphasizes the importance of distinguishing things to do and

By William Bradford - Chapters 4 and 5 of the book of Daniel cover two main prophecies: a tree with roots banded by iron and bronze, and words written on a wall by a spirit hand. What do they mean? How might these prophecies relate to the end times?

By Duane Phelps - For the most part, God's guidance for how we should live as Christians is simple. We are the ones who complicate it through our human nature and our egos. Today, we will look at some straightforward instructions from God that, if we truly followed them, would make our lives much easier to live.

By Mark Bettes - The ability to judge well is vital for spiritual growth, not just physical wellbeing.

By Andrew Lausted - A brief study of 2 Peter 3:18 focusing on what it means to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. The message explains how grace and knowledge work together in the life of a believer.

By Stephen Bouchette - We live in a society where comfort exists in amazing abundance. Air travel, central heat, central air conditioning, modern vehicles, and modern medicine are among the incredible comforts we experience in modern times. Did God intend for this life to not have any discomfort? The fear of discomfort

By Scott McKeon - As the stage for the final war against Satan is set, three main characters are introduced in Revelation 12: The woman, the dragon, and the male child.

By Clint Porter - Does God heal today? Absolutely! So… why isn't He healing me? This can be one of the most difficult questions we wrestle with in life. Let's take a look at God's perspective on divine healing.

By Mark Smith - Do we have to choice to be happy? Here are four ways to be happy.

Experience the power of Jesus' teachings and miracles at a Pharisaic feast, where divine compassion confronts legalistic traditions.In this episode, we explore the tension between Jesus and the Pharisees during a feast, where Jesus challenges their understanding of the Sabbath and performs a miraculous healing. Witness the unfolding drama as Jesus' acts of compassion and justice clash with the rigid legalism of the religious leaders.Today's Bible verse is Micah 6:8, 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.

n this thought-provoking episode of "Faith with Friends," host Lisa Lorenzo guides listeners through the sixth chapter of the Book of Luke. As part of a December series, the podcast explores each chapter of Luke in the lead-up to Christmas, offering insights into the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. With a focus on the spiritual journey and personal transformation, Lisa encourages listeners to delve deeper into the scripture and reflect on its contemporary significance.This episode emphasizes Jesus's teachings from Luke 6, highlighting the conflict with the Pharisees and the revolutionary principles he espouses. Lisa examines key moments, including the healing on the Sabbath and the selection of his disciples, as windows into understanding Jesus's challenges to societal norms and religious traditionalism. Engaging with SEO keywords like “spiritual growth,” “faith journey,” and “Jesus's teachings,” the episode invites listeners to consider themselves as part of a divine narrative centered on mercy, forgiveness, and unyielding faith in turbulent times.Key Takeaways:Jesus challenges societal and religious norms by prioritizing human need over traditional rituals.The teachings of Jesus in Luke 6 call for a transformation of the heart, advocating love for enemies and mercy over judgment.Personal discipleship is highlighted as a foundation built on faith, understanding, and action rather than mere knowledge.The importance of self-reflection is stressed through metaphors about good and bad fruit, encouraging personal spiritual assessment.The episode invites listeners to actively integrate faith into their lives, promising a deeper encounter with Jesus by Christmas.Notable Quotes:"A human need is more important than rituals and rules.""The Son of Man is the Lord of the Sabbath.""Life with me is going to flip everything that you've known.""Jesus isn't asking for a Sunday religion or passive faith.""Know me, and then build your life on me."Resources:Follow Lisa Lorenzo and the "Faith with Friends" podcast on Instagram: faithwithfriendsImmerse yourself in the full episode to explore how the teachings of Luke 6 can anchor your spiritual journey today. Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions as the podcast unfolds the profound narrative of Jesus's life through December's introspective series.

We're exploring more information on the Guilt Offering and the Sabbath offering. We'll also discuss the sacrifice for covering an unsolved murder. Finally, we'll look at the rules about imperfect sacrifices and the need for the priests to keep from being defiled. Lev 5:14-19; 6:1-7; 7:1-10, 37-38; Num 28:9-15; Deut 21:1-9;Lev 22:17-28; Ex 23:18; Lev 24:1-9; Num 6:22-27; Lev 21:1-24; 22:1-15 #everydaychristians

Mario Hernández | Recorded November 1, 2025

Mario Hernández | Recorded November 1, 2025

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.

This month on Theonomoney, Jeremy begins looking at the Fourth Commandment, the Commandment on the Sabbath. He goes into various types of Sabbaths in the Old Testament and describes a focus on the Sabbath we should have to combat legalism concerning it. Subscribe on your favorite podcast catcher, tell your friends about Theonomoney, and follow Theonomoney on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Check out great theonomic shirts and hoodies here: bonfire.com/store/theonomoney/ Catechism link: www.reformedreader.org/ccc/keachcat.htm

The Sabbath is Back! (ft. J. J. Kimche) by First Things

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (12/04/25), Hank answers the following questions:My friend raises sheep and wants to know: Should he sell his sheep to a Muslim for Ramadan? Nancy - Albuquerque, NM (0:59)What happens to unbelievers when they die? Sheryl - Jefferson City, MO (3:54)Is there a second chance for salvation after the return of Jesus? Michelle - St. Louis, MO (7:58)What is the “special” Sabbath referred to in John 19:31? Tom - Vancouver, BC (15:14)Are the souls under the altar in Revelation 6:9-10 literal people? Doyle - GA (17:36)My Sunday school teacher said that Jesus wasn't God until the Spirit descended during his baptism; what should I say? Jeff - Fall River, KS (20:04)

Sinking into the church pew, I close my eyes, allowing myself to relax. Christmas hymns filter around parishioners as more enter the warm room. Fatigue washes over me as I wait for the Christmas service to start. The previous month was full of Christmas-time activities, lights, parties, and pageants. The seasonal hustle and bustle left me with little time to rest, my heart anxious over plans and the Christmas holiday. As the lights dim, the focus switches to the manger scene. Jesus Christ, born in a manger, died on the cross for our sins. Emmanuel—God with us. Hope was born in human form. "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). Over the centuries, Christians have turned toward Jesus with hope and assurance of heaven. "The name Immanuel encapsulates the heart of the Christian message: that God, in His infinite love and mercy, chose to dwell among His people through Jesus Christ. This profound truth continues to inspire and sustain believers, affirming the reality of God's presence in their lives" (BibleHub.com).  The hope of Emmanuel takes us beyond Christmas. For believers, that hope leads to eternity and resting forever with God in Heaven. A forever reprieve from the weariness felt here on earth. However, as you celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ this Advent, you can also celebrate his saving grace and rest in him. You can look forward to eternal rest while enjoying rest here on earth, right here and now. God's word tells us to rest. God provided a pattern to follow as he rested on the seventh day after six days of work. Genesis 2:2-3 says, "And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done. So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation." In the same way, he reminds us to do the same. Advent time is a great time to start resting and taking time to enjoy what God's given. He tells us that he provides rest for our weary hearts. Exodus 33:14 says, And the LORD answered (Moses), 'My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28-30 continues this same theme of spiritual rest. It says, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." Bible Hub study "Rest here is not merely physical but spiritual, offering peace and relief from the guilt and power of sin. This promise connects to the Sabbath rest in Genesis 2:2-3, symbolizing completion and satisfaction in God. Jesus fulfills the prophetic rest promised in the Old Testament, such as in Jeremiah 6:16, where the ancient paths lead to rest for the soul. This rest is a type of the eternal rest believers will experience in Christ (Hebrews 4:9-10)." The choir files into the church as the congregation rises. My anxiety lessens as I listen to the voices around me rising with the choir, still seated. "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Rejoice." I rise to join those around me, my voice lifting up the truth of the season. Come, Lord, come and give me rest. Help me rejoice in your birth this Christmas.  Prayer Dear Lord, thank you for your gift of rest. Please help me accept that gift and enjoy this Christmas season. Remind me of your open invitation when I'm feeling weary. Amen. Other Ways to Prepare this Christmas Season As we let these truths about Christmas penetrate our hearts, we can sit and dwell on the truth. We can sit and dwell on the fact that God is with us and that he wants to give us rest. One practical way that you can. Just sit and dwell on what God has for you this Christmas and release some of the anxiety, the overwhelm, and the panic over this Christmas season is to go through the workshop, Pen Your Way to Peace. Pen Your Way to Peace is a workshop that my friend Carrie and I did two years ago, where it's 75 minutes of working through and praying through things that steal your joy, things that cause negative emotions, and maybe even bring up drama. We want to help you work through these things. We are offering this workshop in a way that you can sit, you can work through the journal questions that Carrie, as a spiritual director, has provided for the workshop. And then one of the other things that we know causes chaos, causes overwhelm, and frankly doesn't make our hearts feel at rest is not planning. So with me, you will sit and work through plans, work through what you have, your boundaries, what are things you're saying yes to this holiday season, and what you're saying no to this holiday season. You join Pen Your Way to Peace so you can prepare your mind, your heart, and your calendar for the season of Christ's birth.  Click here to work at your own pace. Songs to Prepare Your Heart Make Room in Your Heart by Casting Crowns  Emmanuel, God with Us/O Come O Come Emmanuel Podcasts and Blog to Prepare Your Heart When Easter isn't Happy  Organize for the Holidays 

The trouble with devotion is division.You read the book. You missed the point.Christ healed on the Sabbath and they accused him of breaking the rules. The letter of the law versus the spirit of it. Every time you battle over which religion is "right," you corrupt the entire message—which was unity, compassion, forgiveness. A ballerina and a race car driver have completely different content but the same structure: full commitment. That's devotion without division.The danger isn't darkness. The danger is believers carrying darkness while claiming light. Being optimistically naive, thinking you're "full of light" when you haven't done the work to face your shadow. That's not faith—that's possession by what's false.This episode breaks down how to devote yourself to discernment without judgment, why millions of pathways lead to one truth, and why your job isn't to force truth but share it with those ready. Listen if you want unity beyond division.New episodes out every Monday and Thursday at 10 AM Eastern Time The Greek God Physique Blueprint - https://www.justinegliskis.com/The Greek God Physique Strategy Session - https://calendly.com/egliskiscapital/greek-god-physique-strategy-callJoin 497+ https://signup.justinegliskis.com/Email egliskis@pm.me to get in contact with meDiscover a podcast designed for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, offering insights on stress management, health and wellness, and overcoming imposter syndrome, while emphasizing work-life balance, energy alignment, and inner peace; explore topics like burnout recovery, business automation, scaling a business, business growth strategies, client management, mental resilience, overcoming anxiety, and achieving clearer thinking for sustainable success, using the blade of awareness, solving emotional dysfunction and unveiling the trickster within. Experience transformative solitude for entrepreneurs who seek to overcome loneliness while embracing spiritual isolation as a pathway to energy alignment and emotional clarity; learn to thrive alone and awaken in solitude through purposeful mental reset practices that cultivate an abundance mindset and build emotional resilience rooted in inner peace and deep self-inquiry, enabling mindful business growth through productivity that flows from peace rather than pressure, offering essential burnout recovery and healing alone strategies with specialized alignment coaching focused on deep listening skills that unlock success in silence and develop a resilient entrepreneur mindset capable of sustainable achievement.

For the past three months, this show received a flood of questions about Candace Owens and her claims accusing Charlie's closest friends of complicity in his death. For three months, we preferred to remain silent, but in this episode we respond. Frank Turek and Bill Glahn join to discuss Charlie's upcoming book on the Sabbath and Minnesota becoming the poster child of liberal rule wrecking once-pleasant states. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you living at your best—or simply getting by? For many believers, chronic exhaustion has become a quiet norm. Yet Scripture reminds us that burnout isn't a badge of honor. It's a warning light. When life feels out of balance, it may be a sign we're pushing beyond the limits God lovingly designed for our good.Today, we sat down with Carey Nieuwhof—pastor, bestselling author of At Your Best: How to Get Time, Energy, and Priorities Working in Your Favor, leadership expert, and host of the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast, as well as the founding pastor of Connexus Church—to talk about how Christians can pursue biblical rest and renewed purpose. Carey's insights come not from theory, but from the deepest valley of personal experience.When Success Masks ExhaustionCarey's story began two decades ago, during a season of explosive ministry growth. His church was thriving, opportunities were multiplying, and by every outward measure, life was “on top.” But amid this success, his inner world was collapsing.After returning from a high-profile speaking event, Carey hit a wall:“It was like I fell off a cliff. I lost motivation, passion, and energy. I met all the symptoms of clinical depression. My body declared a finish line I had refused to acknowledge.”People around him saw the signs. He didn't. And that's often the story behind burnout—others notice the warning lights long before we do.Carey describes burnout as “the gap between what you're capable of and what you're carrying.” Early in ministry, he assumed that increasing responsibility meant increasing hours. It was an unsustainable equation.Yet today, two decades later, he leads a much larger platform with far more influence—without living exhausted. Why? Because he restructured his life around a biblical rhythm of rest, limits, and intentional focus.Managing Energy, Not Just TimeMany Christians feel that better time management will fix their overload. But as Carey points out, time is a fixed asset—everyone gets the same 24 hours. Energy, however, rises and falls.Every person has what Carey calls a “green zone”—a few hours each day when they are at their best mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. For him, it's morning. For others, it might be midday or evening.His challenge is simple: Do what you're best at when you're at your best.When he writes in his green zone, he gets exponential results. When he tries the same work in his “red zone,” productivity crashes. This principle applies to everyone—from CEOs to parents, pastors, and business owners.Stewarding energy also requires boundaries. That means saying no—not out of selfishness, but out of faithfulness.Carey explains:Saying yes to every request eventually forces you to say no to the people who matter most.Delegation is a spiritual discipline.Some opportunities, even good ones, don't align with God's call in a particular season.By categorizing his decisions—like eliminating breakfast meetings that compete with his green zone—Carey reclaimed the margin he had been missing for years.Rest Is Not a Reward—It's DesignFor many Christians, rest feels like something we “earn” after working ourselves to the edge. But biblically, rest is part of our calling.Carey describes Sabbath not just as rehab after exhaustion, but prehab—something that prepares and strengthens us for faithful work. He points to the way elite athletes build rhythms of sleep, diet, and intentional recovery before they step onto the court.Even God modeled this for us—delighting in His creation and resting not from exhaustion but from joyful completeness.For Carey, the principles of rest and margin extend well beyond the calendar.A free Saturday protects family time. A healthy emergency fund protects the home from crisis. Limits are not restrictions—they are blessings that allow us to flourish.Margin creates room to love well, give freely, and listen to God's direction.Living at Your BestCarey's journey from burnout to renewal is a grace-filled reminder: God never asked us to outrun His design.He calls us to work diligently, rest faithfully, and live within the good limits He created for our flourishing. Carey's whole story—and the principles he teaches in his book At Your Best—offer a roadmap for anyone seeking balance, health, and spiritual renewal.For more wisdom from Carey Nieuwhof, explore his book At Your Best and visit the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast. And if you're an advisor, he'll be joining us at Redeeming Money, our conference for financial professionals, in February.May you learn to live—not at your limit—but at your best, in the freedom and rest God provides.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:Can you explain the pros and cons of taking Social Security at 62 versus waiting until full retirement age? By 62, I'll be mostly debt-free, and since longevity doesn't run in my family, I'm wondering if it makes sense to claim early while my quality of life is higher and still work within the income limits.When should someone update their will? I'm 58, debt-free, still working, and have a solid 401(k). Should I consider setting up a trust, and how do I know when that becomes the wise choice, especially since it costs more?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)At Your Best: How to Get Time, Energy, and Priorities Working in Your Favor by Carey NieuwhofDidn't See It Coming: Overcoming the Seven Greatest Challenges That No One Expects and Everyone Experiences by Carey NieuwhofThe Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastRedeeming Money 2026: A Kingdom Advisors ConferenceWisdom 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.

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

By Ken Loucks - Most people know the name Simon Magus, but few understand why God preserved his story in Acts 8—or why the Church still needs its lessons today. This message exposes the dramatic moment when a lifelong deceiver collided with the real power of God, and how that encounter revealed the difference

By Jorge de Campos - The heretics were judging the Colossians about their eating and drinking during God's festivals. To the heretics the Colossians should be abstaining eating and drinking, rather than rejoing. Paul tells the Colossians to not allow these heretics to criticize them, but rather let the spiritual Body of

 Bryce Bouchard shares wisdom on cultivating healthy rhythms of rest, prayer retreats, and sustainable ministry pace. Don't miss all the tips and stories—plus resources for designing your own biannual prayer retreat! SHOW NOTES: Bryce's Article EDM Workshop Session Day of Evaluation and Prayer Tool

Barry connects our third maxim to the Sabbath commandment, reminding us that on the seventh day God created nothing material; instead creating a space every week for us to value all things correctly. It is an invitation for us to consider more carefully what's really real.     Book: An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding, Section […]

For the past three months, this show received a flood of questions about Candace Owens and her claims accusing Charlie's closest friends of complicity in his death. For three months, we preferred to remain silent, but in this episode we respond. Frank Turek and Bill Glahn join to discuss Charlie's upcoming book on the Sabbath and Minnesota becoming the poster child of liberal rule wrecking once-pleasant states. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all heard the importance of getting enough macros in. You know, fats, proteins and carbs. But today we are talking about three OTHER macronutrients that the Lord has been talking to me about. Three things that are so life-giving to include in our lives to enjoy health!Past podcast episodes mentioned: ⁠What I Do on a Sabbath as an Essential Part of Living a Healthy Life⁠The Healthy Habit of Weekly Sabbath with Tiffany Jo BakerPraying in Tongues Helps me with Anxiety (it's a VERY healthy habit!)Sitting For Long Periods is NOT a SinPast Sabbath/rest episodes:Different Types of Rest for Well-Rounded WellnessWhy Rest is Essential to Thrive & Tips to Sabbath Well!Rest for Success this Week!Connect with Nyla:⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's website⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's second podcast, On the Job with God

In A Failure of Nerve, Dr Edwin Friedman reminds us that “in an anxious world, what is most needed are non-anxious leaders.” Pastor Kong Hee challenges us to walk in the way of Jesus by embracing His self-differentiation and non-anxious presence through five practices: 1) slow-down spirituality, 2) Sabbath rest, 3) silence and solitude, 4) devotional love, and 5) detachment.

Welcome back for Season 3! Pastor Jason opens up about hitting a wall and taking an unexpected mini-sabbatical to find recovery and rest. This candid conversation explores the critical need for healthy spiritual rhythms in a culture that pushes us toward burnout and constant busy-ness.In this episode, we discuss:The difference between a frantic "vacation culture" and genuine, life-giving Sabbath rest.Why the first thing Christians drop when life gets busy is often the "click track" (rhythm) of their faith community.The danger of putting our confidence in self-sufficiency and the work of ministry, rather than living from a place of already being beloved by Christ.What it looks like to strive to "enter God's rest" (Hebrews 4) and live from it, even as a busy parent, student, or leader.If you are exhausted by the constant pressure to be productive, this conversation is your permission to pause and find soul care in Christ.To connect, email podcast@zionclearlake.org

Moses explains tithing, giving the Lord the first fruits of our labor, handling fruit crops, the importance of the Sabbath, and the Seven Feasts of the Lord. Deut 18:1-F103; 14;22-29;26:1-15, Levit 19:23-25; Ex 23:12; Levit 19:3b; Deut 5:12-15;Ex 31:16-17;Levit 26:2;23:1; Ex 35:3, 24:21, I9531:12-15; Numbers 15:32-36; Ex 23:14-17; 34:23; Deut 16:16-17; Ex 34:24. #everydaychristians

What if resilience isn't about being the toughest person in the room, but the most surrendered? In this conversation, Candace and author/artist Ruth Chou Simons continue their Overcoming Anxiety series by exploring a deeply biblical, spiritually honest approach to resilience. Ruth shares why her husband Troy embodies resilience—not because life is easy, but because he treats every failure as “an opportunity to grow.” Candace reflects on her own journey, including public criticism and misunderstood motives. Together, they break down a countercultural truth: being resilient is less about muscling through and more about walking closely with God. They talk openly about long seasons when Bible reading felt dry or inconsistent, how daily Scripture functions as a slow deposit rather than a quick emotional transaction, and why spiritual disciplines (Bible, prayer, rest, Sabbath) are God's training plan for endurance. Candace shares how James 1 and the parable of the talents steadied her through some of her hardest public seasons. Ruth vulnerably opens up about losing a long-time ministry partner and the grief, confusion, and rerouting that followed. The episode closes with two tender listener questions—one from 17-year-old Inga about finding time with God before early mornings, and one about learning to hear God in a world full of distractions. If you've ever felt worn thin, spiritually tired, or unsure how to keep going, this episode offers companionship, Scripture, and a fresh way to see resilience through the lens of surrender.Connect with Candace and Ruth Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Ruth Chou Simons on Instagram: @ruthchousimons Website: https://ruthchousimons.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthChouSimons Sponsors For This Episode -Grand Canyon University: https://www.gcu.edu/ -Operation Christmas Child SamaritansPurse.org/occ -A'Del Natural Cosmetics https://adelnaturalcosmetics.com/ -IFCJ ifcj.org-Mr. Pen: http://candacepens.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jesus, help me to listen to you when you ask me to slow down.Leviticus 25:4Keywords: Rest; Sabbath; fill up; respite; repair; refresh; obedience; prayer. It's tempting to keep going when God asks us tor refill, but we may miss out on what God is trying to give. Suzie is taking a brief hiatus until January 1, 2024. In this next three weeks, we hope you'll dig into back episodes. You can search by keywords. You can start at a specific time and relisten, or listen to PS episodes that you may have missed. Thank you for listening. We appreciate this praying community!

In the final chapter of Nehemiah, Chris closed our series by showing us that the story of renewal doesn't end with perfectly rebuilt walls—but with the honest reality of human hearts. Nehemiah 13 opens with hope, yet ends in heartbreak as the people drift again and Nehemiah returns to find compromise, neglect, and spiritual forgetfulness. But instead of despair, this chapter gives us a sobering and timely reminder: the work God is doing in us is ongoing, sacred, and deeply dependent on His presence. The story calls us to become a people formed by practices that keep our hearts anchored to Him. Chris walked us through six defining cultures of a faithful people: A Culture of Biblical Priority — the people rediscover the Book of Moses (vv. 1–3) A Culture of Radicalism — Nehemiah clears the temple with fierce conviction (vv. 4–9) A Culture of Generosity — refusing to neglect the house of God (vv. 10–14) A Culture of Worship — reclaiming Sabbath as trust, rest, and remembrance (vv. 15–22) A Culture of Community — choosing covenant faithfulness over compromise (vv. 23–29) A Culture of Assignment — every person stepping into the work God gives (v. 30)

Ep 833 Let There Be Talk – Today's Episode On today's ride, I'm diving into three wildly different but equally killer topics: • SADE — the mystery, the magic, and the timeless cool A look at why Sade remains one of the most iconic and elusive musicians on the planet. • BLACK SABBATH'S "UNKNOWN" SINGER We have Ozzy, Dio, Ian Gillan and even Tony Martin but what about Dve Walker. We dig into the deep-cut history of Sabbath's early vocal experiments and the singer most fans have never heard about. • DOOR DINGS ON CARS A rant for the ages. Why can't people park like civilized humans? Why must every beautiful car suffer? Let's talk parking-lot etiquette and the psychology of the door-ding offender.   Thank You my friends DDR Tune in on Youtube and Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@deandelray Join my Patreon to support the podcast - https://www.deandelray.com/patreon  Watch my new special 5836 for free here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbeaApu4OP0  Tour Dates - https://www.deandelray.com/tourdates