Podcasts about Savior

On today's Podcast Wednesday: Believers tend to regard our union with Christ as a merely spiritual or even mystical bond. But 16th-century Italian priest-turned-Protestant theologian Gilorama Zanchi maintained that our spiritual marriage with Jesus joins us as one flesh with the Savior. Patrick O'Banion taught history at the university level for two decades and now trains pastors and other leaders overseas. Patrick has written several books and serves as translator for Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful. O'Banion explains how Zanchi's writings as a Reformed scholastic would be foundational to the training and preparation of future pastors and theologians, asserting a Reformed perspective on union with Christ, the Trinity, and other central doctrines of the faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29

Jon and Justin continue the conversation on suffering by considering less-than-good ways suffering is talked about and dealt with in the church. We have a gentle, patient, and merciful Savior. This should inform how we interact with one another in the midst of pain. Resources: Our episode on "There Will Be Weakness" Our episode on Two Kingdoms Our episode on "The Quest for Religious Experience" https://youtu.be/Evn5RFBwjV0

Often in the church, we try to figure out exactly what God is doing when we are going through difficult things. Simply put, we shouldn't do that. The secret things belong to the Lord, and we are not privy to the counsel of God when it comes to our suffering. In today's episode, Jon and Justin aim to point out things that God has clearly revealed and promised to us in his Word. We do have an unshakable hope in the Lord Jesus Christ, and this is what we cling to--in the midst of joy or pain. Semper Reformanda: Jon and Justin continue the conversation on suffering by considering less-than-good ways suffering is talked about and dealt with in the church. We have a gentle, patient, and merciful Savior. This should inform how we interact with one another in the midst of pain. Resources: Our episode on "There Will Be Weakness" Our episode on Two Kingdoms Our episode on "The Quest for Religious Experience" https://youtu.be/Uv8C6wTY8y4

Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation by Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin. Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin, authors of "Battle for the American Mind," are in the studio to examine public education and how we went from God-centered learning to state-run indoctrination. Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin continue their in-studio interview with facts from their new book, "Battle for the American Mind," which investigates the decades-long decline of public education The Eric Metaxas Show  May 11 2022   The Eric Metaxas Show- https://metaxastalk.com/podcasts/   About the Book: Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation by Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin New York Times bestselling author and FOX News host Pete Hegseth is back with what he says is his most important book yet: A revolutionary road map to saving our children from leftist indoctrination.  Behind a smokescreen of “preparing students for the new industrial economy,” early progressives had political control in mind. America's original schools didn't just make kids memorize facts or learn skills; they taught them to think freely and arrive at wisdom. They assigned the classics, inspired love of God and country, and raised future citizens that changed the world forever.  Today, after 16,000 hours of K-12 indoctrination, our kids come out of government schools hating America. They roll their eyes at religion and disdain our history. We spend more money on education than ever, but kids can barely read and write—let alone reason with discernment. Western culture is on the ropes. Kids are bored and aimless, flailing for purpose in a system that says racial and gender identity is everything. Battle for the American Mind is the untold story of the Progressive plan to neutralize the basis of our Republic – by removing the one ingredient that had sustained Western Civilization for thousands of years. Pete Hegseth and David Goodwin explain why, no matter what political skirmishes conservatives win, progressives are winning the war—and control the “supply lines” of future citizens.  Reversing this reality will require parents to radically reorient their children's education; even most homeschooling and Christian schooling are infused with progressive assumptions. We need to recover a lost philosophy of education – grounded in virtue and excellence – that can arm future generations to fight for freedom. It's called classical Christian education. Never heard of it? You're not alone. Battle for the American Mind is more than a book; it's a field guide for remaking school in the United States. We've ceded our kids' minds to the left for far too long—this book gives patriotic parents the ammunition to join an insurgency that gives America a fighting chance.   -----------------------------------------------------------------    Join us in our effort to free over 350 slaves. Listeners to the Eric Metaxas Show will remember our annual effort to free Christians who have been enslaved for simply acknowledging Jesus Christ as their Savior. As we celebrate the birth of Christ this Christmas, join us in giving new life to brothers and sisters in Sudan who have enslaved as a result of their faith. https://csi-usa.org/metaxas   https://csi-usa.org/slavery/   Typical Aid for the Enslaved A ration of sorghum, a local nutrient-rich staple food A dairy goat A “Sack of Hope,” a survival kit containing essential items such as tarp for shelter, a cooking pan, a water canister, a mosquito net, a blanket, a handheld sickle, and fishing hooks. Release celebrations include prayer and gathering for a meal, and medical care for those in need. The CSI team provides comfort, encouragement, and a shoulder to lean on while they tell their stories and begin their new lives. Thank you for your compassion  Giving the Gift of Freedom and Hope to the Enslaved South Sudanese

Bible reading from Ezekiel 1 (EHV)

Some things are built to be temporary...

The minute you trust the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior and commit yourself to Him, you are accounted holy and righteous. Broadcast #6353To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu.A transcript of this broadcast is available on our website here. To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram. 

Most of us came to faith in Christ by hearing some version of the Gospel that included an offer for us to ask Jesus into our hearts so that we can go to Heaven when we die. While God certainly uses evangelistic pleas like these to bring people into the Kingdom, we discover later that becoming a follower of Jesus has less to do with us going to Heaven when we die and more to do with Heaven coming to earth in us while we are still alive. Sometimes, we just need to revisit what the Scriptures say about what we have RIGHT NOW as those who are saved, born again and redeemed. The right-now realities of the faith shape the way we live once we understand them and believe them. Christians, let's not make the mistake of waiting to get to Heaven before we embrace all that God has provided for us in His Son, Jesus. It's not about transportation to Heaven. It's about transformation in us as we grow in knowing our Savior.

BYU implements a unique form of teaching centered around scholarship and faith that draws us closer to the Savior's example. The unique and synergistic environment of scholarship and faith at BYU has further connected those important life lessons to significant eternal truths regarding repentance and the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the wise use of agency, and how Christ makes weak things become strong. Adam T. Woolley, dean of BYU Graduate Studies, delivered this devotional address on May 17, 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here is a sermon I wanted to share from way back in 2005. The well-known idea of “accepting Christ as your personal Savior” has been popular for a long time. But when we look at whether or not this is in the Bible, we may be shocked.  I hope you enjoy this message that looks …

In this episode, Rev. Dr. Robert M. Godfrey tackles the important topic of Christ's two natures. This message comes out of New Holland, PA. Another faithful pastor doing faithful ministry in a small town of America.

Welcome to season 2 of the Determined to Dance podcast. I pray that you'll be uplifted, encouraged, and will move forward each and every day. Today's episode, Prayerful Situations: Death, focuses on praying for the dying and those left behind. Show Notes: Prayerful Situations: Death Death. The last topic in my Prayerful Situations series. We've looked at how to pray when it comes to: Natural disasters Money problems Sin War Illness Pain And now one of the most difficult subjects for people to discuss. Death or dying. Most people, including myself, don't like to think of the end of life for ourselves or others. But the truth is we start dying the day we are born. Job 14: 1-2 says, “Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble. He comes forth like a flower and fades away; he flees like a shadow and does not continue.” Job dealt with tragedy himself and understood the brevity of life. If not for the promises of heaven and eternity, it would be easy to live depressed and fearful. But our dance with God continues when we step into eternity. John 14:1-3 says: “Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father's home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.” NLT Jesus has prepared a home for us. God is ever-present here on earth. How do we pray for others when it comes to taking that last step? And how can we intercede for those left behind? Many times, I've prayed for people who were in their last days while I was at home or in church. Even in my car. It's essential for Christians to lift up people to God for healing. We can't know if it is that person's time, so we pray in faith for restoration, knowing that whether they have more time on earth or step into eternity and God's presence, they are healed. What do we need to consider when praying for the dying? I asked Roger Boswell, the pastor of The Bridge Church where I attend, for his thoughts. He gave me three. Tie in God's will. Our days on earth are numbered and only God knows each person's needs for our time here. The Bible verse that brought me comfort when my father passed away suddenly at the age of 53 was Isaiah 57: 1-2: “The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil. Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death.” Be merciful and kind. If you're praying aloud, give thanks for their life. Remind them that God is near and pray for their soul to be calmed. Let the person know they are greatly loved. Pray for less pain and suffering. Not only in the physical but near the end of life some people struggle with regrets, shame, or guilt. Pray for peace and the ability to release the past and trust God with the final part of life's journey. What do we do if we're not sure the person knows Jesus and heaven is their destination? First, let them know they are not alone. God and their friends and family will be with them to the end. If they are conscious, you can then ask them in a kind and gentle way. If they seem unconscious, they may still be aware and hear you. Either way, the example of the thief on the cross with Jesus gives us hope that even at the end, anyone can change and be with Him. I found this prayer on Christianity.com for those near death: “Lord Jesus, come into my life. I believe you died and rose from the grave. I believe you live eternally in heaven. Cleanse me from all unrighteousness. Forgive me of all my sins. Move into my heart. I make you my Lord and Savior. Thank you for your sacrifice. I accept your gift of eternal salvation. Amen.” Twice, I have prayed for dying people on the scene. The first time,

This is Episode 512 of the My Morning Devotional Podcast Join me, Alison Elizabeth as we tackle Mental Health with God at the center. Today we read out of Psalm 42:11 which says "Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God."We also read out of Matthew 17:20  which says "He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you. ”If you need additional tools and resources to help with your journey to Mental Health healing, check out the links below:Christian Therapy: https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/Additional Online Therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/Help is Available. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255Click Here to Learn More and Purchase Tickets for Night of A Million Prayers Quick Links:@mymorningdevo on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mymorningdevo/@alisonelizabethco on IG: https://www.instagram.com/alisonelizabethco/Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/mymorningdevotional/Support the show

Elder Kearon teaches that survivors of abuse are not responsible for the abuse and can seek the Savior's gift of healing.

Bible reading from Philippians 4 (EHV)

When you are angry because other people do not love you the way they promised, remember the love of Jesus...

5/15/22-Jeffrey Wohlfert-Remembering Our Savior by Sermons from FBCOzark

After Jesus rose from the dead, he ascended into heaven and will one day come again. But, he has promised to be with us even now. So, how do we currently experience Jesus' presence? In this collection of teachings, we will look at Jesus as our ever-present Savior, Lord, and Friend, one who is present for us in heaven, present among us in the sacraments, and present in us by his Holy Spirit.   Matthew 26:17-20;26-29   Sermon Notes:  + Remembering + Encountering + Feeding + Renewing + Proclaiming + Anticipate • Seriously • Eagerly • Honestly

One way we see the love of Jesus is in how he interacted with people from all segments of society. He talked with them. He listened to them. He asked them questions. He taught them. Our human tendency is to be comfortable only with people from our social circles, those we would happily already call our friends. Perhaps this is why “talk to people” is something we need to, well, talk about in church! Don't worry though, this isn't just for those who we might call “extroverts” – people who might have a natural gift in talking to people. We'll explore how this is for “introverts” too – people who might have a natural gift for listening. So we'll learn from each other and from our Savior how listening and talking are important skills for every disciple of Jesus. Why? Because “faith comes from hearing the message” (Romans 10:17). And if our eyes are open for opportunities and we're showing love to people by doing good, then we should be prepared. To do what? To talk to people! “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15). Support the show

The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church  Believers tend to regard our union with Christ as a merely spiritual or even mystical bond. But 16th-century Italian priest-turned-Protestant theologian Gilorama Zanchi maintained that our spiritual marriage with Jesus joins us as one flesh with the Savior.   Patrick O'Banion taught history at the university level for two decades and now trains pastors and other leaders overseas. Patrick has written several books and serves as translator for Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful. O'Banion explains how Zanchi's writings as a Reformed scholastic would be foundational to the training and preparation of future pastors and theologians, asserting a Reformed perspective on union with Christ, the Trinity, and other central doctrines of the faith. To possibly win a copy of Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful, click here. The copies are a gift from Reformation Heritage Books.      

Friends of the Rosary: Yesterday, one of the friends of the Rosary Network, Scherezada Morales Roman, from Orlando, Florida, told us about her youngest sister, Natasha Ramos Roman, 33 years old, who has been diagnosed with stage four cancer, metastatic cancer. She has two little ones, aged 5 and 1. The special intention of today's Rosary is for the recovery of Natasha. Scherezada and Natasha, we feel your pain. We also ask María Blanca to intercede for this lovely family. Fr. Ian, from St. Michael the Archangel Parish, in Greenwich, Connecticut, asked us to direct prayers to Maria Blanca, as we all believe she is with the Communion of Saints. Scherezada and Natasha, please be hopeful. God has always a plan – a good one. We won't understand it immediately; it might even take our whole life. My advice would be to pray and pray and trust in Jesus Christ and His Blessed Mother. Maria Blanca, who had an extremely painful four-week stay at the ICU, told me that God knows what He is doing. Please be hopeful while you embrace the Cross of the Savior. Ave Maria! Jesus, I Trust In You! + Mikel A. | RosaryNetwork.com, New York [ Second Year Anniversary | In the Memory of María Blanca ] • May 16, 2021, Today's Holy Rosary on YouTube — Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Anyone can rejoice when life is good, but to rejoice when life is hard is a deliberate act of faith. You are deciding that your trust and confidence in God are not circumstantial. Your faith is rooted in the character of God.Main Points:1. The word "rejoice" means to feel or show great joy or delight. In fact, the word “rejoice” is found in the Bible 154 times. That is a lot of rejoicing.2. The Bible says we are to rejoice in God's goodness. We rejoice over God's strength. We rejoice in his deliverance. We rejoice in his salvation. As for when we are to rejoice, Psalm 89 says we rejoice in God's name all day long. Philippians 4 says we are to rejoice in the Lord always. 3. The reason we can rejoice at all times is because of the object of our rejoicing. Paul says we are to “rejoice in the Lord.” We don't just rejoice. We don't just celebrate. We don't just throw a party. We have a reason to rejoice. We rejoice in the Lord.  Today's Scripture Verses:Habakkuk 3:17-18 - “Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.”Quick Links:Subscribe to The 5 Minute Discipleship NewsletterDonate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group5 Minute Discipleship on Instagram

Jesus defines His Family by Faith. 1. Jesus' Family struggled with Faith Will they follow the path of the religious leaders? Will they stay outside like the crowd? 2. Jesus Redefined Family around Faith in Him Being with Him Doing God's Will Responding to Him in Faith 3. Jesus' Family later came to have Faith John 19:25; Acts 1:14; 1 Cor. 9:5 Don't give up on your family; Faith takes time to grow 4. Jesus Defined His Church with the Picture of Family Brothers and Sisters in Christ Household of Faith Honoring Families, without Worshiping Family *Valuing Singles and All Ages Deacons as Servants of the Church *Caring for Widows and Families *Have you responded to Jesus in faith, confessing Him as Lord and trusting in Him as Savior? *How is God leading you to pray for and honor your family? *How is God leading you to connect with and encourage the church family? -Singles - how can you encourage marriages? -Married - how can you encourage singles? -Parents/Children - how can you encourage one another?

Is life just a matter of hanging in there with all the old, broken, painful things of this life until we get to heaven? Breakthrough! It's not! Yes, life is filled with sin, with broken things of all sorts, and it can be tough. But what we hear from our risen Savior today is what His resurrection to life has done to change and affect what life here and now can look like. Glen's message focuses primarily on the reading from Revelation 21, a powerful part of the vision the Lord gave to His disciple John.  This is HOPE and NEW life that comes as a gift from Jesus for you!

The only excuse not to make a decision to get baptized TODAY is that you're not ready to claim Jesus as your Lord and Savior. And that's okay, you may need more time. But the enemy wants us to procrastinate and get lazy. Let's move ourselves to a decision to follow Jesus and repent and get baptized, as scripture tells us to do. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ferncreekcc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ferncreekcc/support

There are plenty of people that think of Jesus as a nice idea or a pleasant thought. But, they don't trust Jesus as their Lord and Savior. God, help us to always hold onto the faith that you gave us at our baptism. God, help us to grow in that faith through the Word and the Sacrament. God, continue to teach us the truth and set us free.

The Bible begins with a picture of wholeness and harmony and everything in its rightful place.  A short while later we are shown how the original wholeness begins to fracture leading to a world distant from what is first described.  Join us as we see how the Bible continues the story by showing how God has not given up on us or this world but, through Jesus, is actively restoring all that has been broken.  

Sermon Overview Scripture Passage: Revelation 13:1-8 Scripture offers prophecies to warn us of the future and edify us as we live through these Last Days. Revelation 13 describes a man, the antichrist, who will rise to power during the Great Tribulation; we must beware of this beast. This passage first describes the social unrest that proceeds the beast: “And I saw a beast rising up out of the sea…” (Revelation 13:1). The sea symbolizes society in turmoil and distress, as the Bible claims wicked people are like the troubled sea. (Isaiah 57:20). This desperately wicked world is ripe for the antichrist's entrance. This passage also shares the beast's satanic attributes: “...like a leopard, his feet were like the feet of a bear, and his mouth like the mouth of a lion” (Revelation 13:2). Third, we see how the beast will seduce the world. Revelation 13:3 claims the beast will seem appealing, charming, and clever. The whole world will marvel at this man, who disguises himself as a man of peace. But this passage also addresses his sinister ambitions. “Then he opened his mouth in blasphemy against God, to blaspheme His name, His tabernacle, and those who dwell in heaven. It was granted to him to make war with the saints and to overcome them. And authority was given him over every tribe, tongue, and nation” (Revelation 13:6-7). He will be driven to deify Satan, defy the Savior, destroy the saints, dominate society and delude sinners. Finally, this passage warns us of the false prophet, who will present the beast to the whole world. Much like the Holy Spirit brings people to worship Jesus, the false prophet is designed to bring people to worship the beast in the End Times. Revelation 13:13-16 explains that the false prophet—who by causing fire in the heavens, worship of an image of the beast, and controlling the world's commerce through a mark of the beast—will bring the entire world to the beast's feet. Adrian Rogers says, “If you're not sealed by the Spirit, you will be branded by the beast.” Apply it to your life Jesus is coming back soon; would you be bold enough to point people to Him, today?

Have you ever played, “The Telephone Game”? As the time drew near for our risen Savior to ascend into heaven, He assured the disciples that He would send the Holy Spirit. And one of the reasons for this was to ensure that the disciples didn't find themselves playing some version of this game when it came to relaying His teaching and the events of the Gospels. God Himself made sure of it.

Bible reading from Philippians 3:12-21 (EHV)

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Today's scripture is Philippians 3:20, "But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ."

Bible Reading: Matthew 18:1-3; Mark 10:13-16I wish Mom wouldn't leave me home alone when she goes out at night, thought Ivy as she huddled under the ragged sheet on her bed. She felt her stomach rumble. Her mother had told her to find herself something to eat, but there hadn't been much in the cupboard other than a few crackers and peanut butter. Ivy hugged Ruffles, her teddy bear, close. "I'm so glad I got you back," she whispered. Ruffles was very old and worn, and Ivy's mother had tossed him into the trash. Just in time, Ivy had seen him there and rescued him.Ivy sighed. I wish every day were Wednesday, she thought. That was when Mrs. Adams came to the community center after school and taught a children's Bible club. "I love to hear about Jesus. He cares about everybody, even little kids and sick people," Ivy murmured as she remembered the Bible story Mrs. Adams had told the week before."A man came to Jesus with a terrible disease--leprosy. It was a very contagious disease, and those who had it were covered with ugly sores, so lepers were sent to live alone outside the city," Mrs. Adams had explained. "No one wanted to come near them or touch them. But Jesus loved the sick man, and He reached out, touched the leper, and healed him. Jesus loves you that much too. He came to our broken world to save us and give us a new life with Him, and He promises to be with us in our troubles."Ivy looked at her teddy bear. Mom thought Ruffles was ugly because he's old and his stuffing is leaking out, so she threw him away, she thought. A tear slipped down her cheek. Sometimes I wonder if she thinks I'm ugly too. Sometimes she acts like she doesn't even want me. Ivy thought again of the story of the leper, and another one Mrs. Adams had told about Jesus inviting little children to come to him when others tried to shoo them away. "Thank You for loving me, Jesus," whispered Ivy. "Thank You for being with me all the time, even when I don't feel you there. I'm so glad I'm never really alone."Ivy's lips curved up in a smile as she hugged Ruffles closer to her, and soon she fell asleep. -Carolyn E. YostHow About You?Are there things in your life that make you sad? Do you feel alone--as though no one cares about you? Jesus cares. He left heaven and came to earth to rescue you. He understands everything you're going through, and He promises to stay with you no matter what. You don't ever need to be alone. Trust Him as your Savior today. (To learn more, click the "Good News!" button in the right column of this page.) Then tell a trusted adult how you feel so they can help.Today's Key Verse:[Jesus said], "Let the children come to me. Don't stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children." (NLT) (Mark 10:14)Today's Key Thought:Jesus loves you

The Servant of God “Compassion of the Christ” Ma. 10:46-52 Persistence of Faith (vv.46-48) For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God (1 Cor. 1:18) So, I won't hesitate to tell you that an entire life here in physical blindness isn't nearly as bad- as dangerous as being spiritually blind for a lifetime. Physical blindness may be difficult- spiritual blindness damns. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” (Lu. 1:32-33). Obedience of Faith (vv.49-50) Deliverance of Faith (vv.51-52) The LORD opens the eyes of the blind; The LORD raises up those who are bowed down; The LORD loves the righteous; (Psa 146:8) Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; (Isa. 35:5) “If God had perceived that our greatest need was economic, he would have sent an economist. If he had perceived that our greatest need was entertainment, he would have sent us a comedian or an artist. If God had perceived that our greatest need was political stability, he would have sent us a politician. If he had perceived that our greatest need was health, he would have sent us a doctor. But he perceived that our greatest need involved our sin, our alienation from him, our profound rebellion, our death; and he sent us a Savior.” - D.A. Carson -

One way we see the love of Jesus is in how he interacted with people from all segments of society. He talked with them. He listened to them. He asked them questions. He taught them. Our human tendency is to be comfortable only with people from our social circles, those we would happily already call our friends. Perhaps this is why “talk to people” is something we need to, well, talk about in church! Don't worry though, this isn't just for those who we might call “extroverts” – people who might have a natural gift in talking to people. We'll explore how this is for “introverts” too – people who might have a natural gift for listening. So we'll learn from each other and from our Savior how listening and talking are important skills for every disciple of Jesus. Why? Because “faith comes from hearing the message” (Romans 10:17). And if our eyes are open for opportunities and we're showing love to people by doing good, then we should be prepared. To do what? To talk to people! “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15). Support the show

Join us for church service with Lake Alfred Church of God by Faith where Pastor Elder Richard Blocker and wife Minister Annie Blocker are both proven leaders who both participate in the community and are members of ministerial alliances that span across all facets within the community. Ezra 8: 21 (KJV)21 Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river of Ahava, that we might afflict ourselves before our God, to seek of him a right way for us, and for our little ones, and for all our substance.Accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior.  Matthew 1: 18-20 (KJV)18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privily.20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.  Lake Alfred Church of God by Faith is located at: 570 E. Midway Ave. Lake Alfred, Florida 33850 Website: http://lacogbf.com/Phone: (863) 956-4798To Give: Go to LACOGBF.com and hit donate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast recording do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of Purpose Prep. The content and opinions contained in this podcast recording are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, organization, company or individual.Support the show

What do people get when they get you? Are you being your authentic self, or are you in so deep trying to be someone else, that you have neglected to be the most important person? YOU! Jesus, the ultimate servant, used His ministry as His authentic self, to meet the needs of others and He did it with a TOWEL. Watch “The Towel” now! Welcome to Crown Ministries International's Podcast. We pray, as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. If you loved what you've heard, and want to sow into Crown Ministries, click this link https://bit.ly/2UIHajn OR Text “CMI” to 28950 and follow the prompts. If you've accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior today, text “SAVED” to 40691, we want to keep in contact with you. Stay blessed, and stay tuned for more episodes on Crown Ministries International's Podcast, available wherever you listen to your favorite pods.

Only you have the control to declare what is over in your life. What doesn't serve you. What is distracting you. What is not conducive to your growth and where God is taking you. You have the authority to declare that it's a wrap on any and everything that goes against God's promise over your life. Listen to “It's A Wrap”, by guest preacher Overseer Robert Nelson, now! Welcome to Crown Ministries International's Podcast. We pray, as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. If you loved what you've heard, and want to sow into Crown Ministries, click this link https://bit.ly/2UIHajn OR Text “CMI” to 28950 and follow the prompts. If you've accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior today, text “SAVED” to 40691, we want to keep in contact with you. Stay blessed, and stay tuned for more episodes on Crown Ministries International's Podcast, available wherever you listen to your favorite pods.

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Jesus shows great love for his people.

When we accept Christ as our Lord and Savior, we immediately enter a process of sanctification where God is constantly molding us into His image. In this process, God doesn't wait for something to break so that He can fix it. He will “break” us in order to begin “fixing” us.

2 Timothy 1:8-10 … So never be ashamed to tell others about our Lord. … For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time—to show us his grace through Christ Jesus. And now he has made all of this plain to us by the appearing of Christ Jesus, our Savior. He broke the power of death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the Good News. (NLT) One of the reasons we must fully understand and receive God's grace is so we can be a reflection of His grace. We live in a day when people are desperately searching for grace and mercy. Simply showing grace out of an overflow of our hearts can attract people to want to know what creates this in our lives. Listen to this passage in The Message Bible … So don't be embarrassed to speak up for our Master. … We can only keep on going, after all, by the power of God, who first saved us and then called us to this holy work. We had nothing to do with it. It was all his idea, a gift prepared for us in Jesus long before we knew anything about it. But we know it now. Since the appearance of our Savior, nothing could be plainer: death defeated, life vindicated in a steady blaze of light, all through the work of Jesus. Who in your life is on a desperate search for grace? Could it be that this week was all about you coming to a deeper understanding of God's grace so you can share that grace with those you know? And never forget—Your salvation is about what Christ has done, not what You can do for Him. And His grace is all you need for His power to be made strong in You through your weakness. Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, I surrender my weakness to You. Make me strong in Your grace. Help me to share what You have done in me and for me with those who need You. As above, so below.”

In Week Four of WIND + FIRE, Pastor Jon Zondervan brings an important word to the church on how you're supposed to respond when you're faced with persecution. Acts 5:22-32 (NKJV) "But when the officers came and did not find them in the prison, they returned and reported, 23 saying, “Indeed we found the prison shut securely, and the guards standing outside before the doors; but when we opened them, we found no one inside!” 24 Now when the high priest, the captain of the temple, and the chief priests heard these things, they wondered what the outcome would be. 25 So one came and told them, saying, “Look, the men whom you put in prison are standing in the temple and teaching the people!” 26 Then the captain went with the officers and brought them without violence, for they feared the people, lest they should be stoned. 27 And when they had brought them, they set them before the council. And the high priest asked them, 28 saying, “Did we not strictly command you not to teach in this name? And look, you have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this Man's blood on us!” 29 But Peter and the other apostles answered and said: “We ought to obey God rather than men. 30 The God of our fathers raised up Jesus whom you murdered by hanging on a tree. 31 Him God has exalted to His right hand to be Prince and Savior, to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. 32 And we are His witnesses to these things, and so also is the Holy Spirit whom God has given to those who obey Him.” This whole book of Acts is the birth of the church The Gospel of Jesus Christ, when faithfully preached, will always garner two responses: praise and persecution The scripture above is an excellent testimony of what it looks like to be an ambassador of Christ despite facing persecution How should Christians navigate persecution for their faith? I. Be prepared II. Respond in the right way (in obedience and love) III. Access your secret weapon – Holy Spirit boldness Too many Christians think that following Jesus is like a cruise ship, when it's really a battle ship Speak the truth in love Boldness is only possible through intimacy with Jesus Build equity with God in the secret place You will never be confident in something you don't have knowledge in

Dennis R Wiles FBC Arlington May 15, 2022 High School Grad Sunday 2022 Re- . . . SPRING 2022 Re-Concile April 18 – June 4, 2022 Re-Conciled! 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 RE-CONCILE: In the New Testament, the Greek word underneath the family of English words associated with reconciliation is taken from the accounting industry where coins were “exchanged”, and accounts were “reconciled.” Mankind has long wondered about the grand questions of our existence. Where did we come from? Why are we here? How will this all end? Of course, the Bible offers a clear answer for anyone who will bother to read it. Another set of questions has to do with what went wrong and how can it be fixed? 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 provides a wonderful response to that. -Curt Grice Re-Conciled! 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 REDEMPTION: God is the One Who is redeeming humanity and restoring creation! RECONCILIATION: We can be reconciled to God only through Jesus Christ, His Son, and our Savior! RECONCILERS: We have been sanctioned by God to be engaged in the ministry of reconciliation. The message of reconciliation is ours to share, and the reality of reconciliation is ours to practice. As mentioned before, reconciliation is not typically something we strive for in Western culture. Certainly, it ought to be stated that sometimes it is appropriate to leave a relationship. Some relationships are so unhealthy and toxic that no one ought to return to the abuse or endangerment. Overall, though, our culture has blessed the quick and painless elimination of any relationship that is fractured. We are encouraged to leave a friendship rather than to circle back and make amends. We feel blessed to walk away from any association that is more difficult than we initially imagined. Divorce is still far too common. -Katy Reed-Hodges

Episode 21Pad the FallSuper ShoesPancakes for the poorLesson 21“Beware Lest Thou Forget the Lord”#OldTestament2022 #comefollowme #comefollowme2022 #realtalkcomefollowmeJoin hosts Ganel-Lyn Condie and John Fossum as they discuss impactful topics from this week's Come, Follow Me lesson covering Deuteronomy 6–8; 15; 18; 29–30; 34.  Explore these important themes, topics and questions: What does it mean to “bind ourselves to the Lord”?What are phylacteries?  How can parents be phylacteries for their children? How can parents “pad the fall” for their children? How does the Lord “pad the fall” for us?How blessings from paying tithing are not always financial.—----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Invitation: Show your gratitude to God by serving someone else.—----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Quotes & Links: Link to Come, Follow Me Through the Old Testament Book:https://www.seagullbook.com/come-follow-me-through-the-old-testament.html Elder Bednar Quote: “Covenant promises and blessings are possible only because of our Savior, Jesus Christ. He invites us to look to Him, come unto Him, learn of Him, and bind ourselves to Him through the covenants and ordinances of His restored gospel. I testify and promise that honoring covenants arms us with righteousness and with the power of God in great glory.” - Elder Bednar With the Power of God in Great Glory] https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/22bednar?lang=eng Parley P. Pratt Quote: “Moses, being about to depart from his great responsibilities in the midst of Israel, laid his hands upon Joshua by the word of the Lord. After this Joshua was filled with the Spirit of God and of his calling. His works in leading Israel into the promised land, and there defending them and settling them according to the word of the Lord, go to show that he not only received a form under the hands of Moses, but he actually received the power and spirit of that form.”-JD 4:9, Parley P. Pratt, A Visit, By P. P. Pratt, Etc.—------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Real Talk is presented by Seagull Book and hosted by Ganel-Lyn Condie and John Fossum.

Bible reading from Philippians 3:1-11 (EHV)

What is this love that we are to have for one another?...

Bible Reading: Psalm 37:1-2, 7-9; 1 Corinthians 15:56-58"They'll never win! Look at the score," moaned Marco. He was spending the evening with his grandfather, who had suggested they watch a basketball game on TV. Marco loved basketball and couldn't sit still as his favorite team ran up and down the court. He jumped in delight when they scored but collapsed on the sofa when they missed a shot at the basket."They're doing awful," Marco said in disgust when his team dropped several points behind. "We should be cheering for the other team." Marco stood up. "Maybe I'll go play with Sparky for a while." "Is that how you support your team?" Grandpa teased. "Come back and cheer them on.""It's not like they can hear me," muttered Marco, but he trudged back to his seat.A little later, a commercial came on. Grandpa hit a button on the remote, and the commercial zipped rapidly by."Hey!" Marco pointed at the screen. "Is this game recorded?" Grandpa grinned and nodded. "So you already know how it's going to end!" said Marco."I like it that way," said Grandpa. "There's less pressure with no surprise endings." He smiled and pointed to his Bible on the table. "That's one reason I'm so glad to have the Bible. It tells how the biggest match of all will end.""Grandpa! There's no story of a basketball game in the Bible," said Marco."No," said Grandpa. "The match I'm talking about is much bigger than a basketball game. The Bible tells us about a battle being fought to win the world! Satan wants the hearts and minds of everyone, and sometimes it seems like he might be winning. Then the pressure for us to give up and desert our team--God's team--can be pretty great, especially when it seems like everyone is against us.""But we already know how the battle will end, don't we?" said Marco.Grandpa nodded. "We know Jesus is going to win that battle, because He already defeated Satan when He died on the cross and rose again to save us. When it's over, those who belong to Jesus will celebrate the victory with Him. That's one victory celebration you don't want to miss." -Heather TekavecHow About You?Does it ever seem like the whole world is against you because you're a Christian? Do you wonder whether it's really worth the effort to follow Jesus? If you know Jesus as your Savior, be confident that you're on the winning team. Be faithful as you trust and obey Him, even when it's not easy. He's already defeated Satan, and when the final battle is won, you'll enjoy the rewards of His victory.Today's Key Verse:Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (NKJV) (1 Corinthians 15:57)Today's Key Thought:Jesus will be the final victor over Satan

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