Podcasts about scripture galatians

Boundaries can feel uncomfortable, but they're essential for healthy relationships! Counsellor Debbie Causey joins Karen and Emily today to explain what healthy boundaries actually look like, how over-functioning hurts the people we're trying to help, and how to know when it's time to say no. If boundaries are hard for you, you'll walk away with practical tools, including how to start with a few “baby nos” to protect your relationships without building walls.Episode Recap:Why are boundaries a universal struggle? (2:40)Healthy boundaries aren't a wall, they're a fence with a gate (4:11)We need to learn the difference between a burden and a backpack (6:45)How can I tell if I have a boundary issue with someone else? (10:54)Over-functioning teaches people to be lazy and steals their confidence (14:15)What's the difference between setting a boundary and just avoiding people? (16:00)Get someone objective in the situation if you need to (22:36)Practice saying “ baby” nos (23:31)Scripture: Galatians 6:2-5 (NIV) “Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load.”Discussion Questions:Is there a relationship where you're carrying someone else's “backpack”? What would it look like to hand that responsibility back to them?Where are you over-functioning for someone in a way that may actually be keeping them from growing?What's one “baby no” you need to practice saying this week? What makes that ‘no' difficult for you?Resources:Need more on Boundaries with your kids ? Listen to episode 494! Pick up a copy of Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & John TownsendReach out to have Karen come speak in your community.Want More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Debbie shares a personal story of when she got it really wrong by not having boundaries and leaves us with encouragement about how boundaries can change your life for the better! Become an Insider today to get bonus content each week, join quarterly Zoom calls with Karen and sustain the ministry of this podcast! 

What does it mean to truly belong?In this episode of Behind the Scenes, host Kevin Van Hall sits down with Rev. Laura Johnson to explore her September 13, 2026, sermon, “Belong as You Are,” the first message in a new sermon series about North Raleigh United Methodist Church's purpose: Belong as you are. Become like Jesus. Be love for God's world.Laura begins with a personal story about discovering a United Methodist church where people from different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and life experiences could worship together without having to fit a particular mold. That experience helped shape her understanding of what it means to create a community where people can truly belong.The conversation explores the difference between belonging and fitting in. Fitting in requires us to change ourselves to match the people around us. Belonging means being known and loved as we are. Laura explains why belonging comes first in NRUMC's new purpose statement and why the church seeks to be a place where people can belong even when they have different viewpoints, backgrounds, cultures, or theologies.At the heart of the sermon is Galatians 3:25–28, where Paul challenges the boundaries that separated people in the early Christian community. Laura examines Paul's declaration that all are one in Christ Jesus and considers what this radical vision of belonging means for the church today. The conversation explores how Christianity began as a movement within Judaism, the conflict surrounding Gentile inclusion, and Paul's insistence that belonging in Christ is not based on conformity to a particular set of cultural or religious requirements.Laura also shares a childhood story about getting caught stealing cookies from the church kitchen. Instead of being shamed or excluded, she and her friend were given grace. That simple experience became a powerful example of what it means to know that you belong, even when you get things wrong.The episode asks important questions about Christian community, church belonging, grace, inclusion, conformity, and the way we welcome others. What does it look like to create a church where people do not have to believe everything before they belong? How can we make space for people who are skeptical, questioning, different from us, or simply figuring out where they fit? And what does it mean for every person at North Raleigh United Methodist Church to help cultivate a culture of belonging?Laura concludes by emphasizing that belonging does not happen automatically. It must be intentionally cultivated and protected by the whole church through genuine welcome, grace, care, openness, and a willingness to honor people who may see things differently.Scripture: Galatians 3:25–28Sermon: “Belong as You Are”Preacher: Rev. Laura JohnsonHost: Kevin Van HallChurch: North Raleigh United Methodist Church (NRUMC)Behind the Scenes is a weekly podcast from North Raleigh United Methodist Church that takes listeners deeper into the week's Scripture and sermon through conversation with our pastors and ministry leaders. These conversations offer additional context, questions, stories, and insights to help us continue thinking about faith long after worship ends.Topics include: belonging, Christian community, church inclusion, grace, Galatians 3, Galatians 3:28, United Methodist Church, Wesleyan Christianity, Christian discipleship, church culture, faith and doubt, welcoming others, conformity vs. belonging, radical belonging, and North Raleigh United Methodist Church.

What does it mean to be the church God is calling us to be?In this special episode of Behind the Scenes, host Kevin Van Hall sits down with North Raleigh United Methodist Church Senior Pastors Rev. Kevin Johnson and Rev. Laura Johnson to introduce NRUMC's new purpose statement:Belong as you are. Become like Jesus. Be love for God's world.Developed through a season of discernment and conversation among leaders at North Raleigh, this new purpose statement seeks to name who we are as a church and how we believe God is calling us to live out our Wesleyan Christian faith. In this conversation, Kevin and Laura explain where the purpose came from, why it matters, and how it can help guide the church's ministry, discipleship, mission, and life together.The conversation focuses especially on the first two parts of the purpose: Belong and Become.What does it mean to truly belong in the church? Looking at Galatians 3:25-28, the pastors explore Paul's powerful declaration that in Christ there are no barriers that determine who is in and who is out. Everyone belongs in Christ. They talk about the ways churches and communities can unintentionally create boundaries and consider what it means for North Raleigh to be a place where people can belong as they are because God made them and loves them.The conversation then turns to Become and the call to become more like Jesus. Through Galatians 5:22-25 and the familiar passage about the fruit of the Spirit, Kevin and Laura explore Christian discipleship, spiritual growth, sanctification, and the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. Becoming like Jesus is not simply a self-improvement project or something we accomplish through our own effort. It is an ongoing journey of allowing God to shape us into the people God created us to be.Drawing on Wesleyan Methodist theology, they talk about prevenient grace, sanctifying grace, the image of God, the fruit of the Spirit, and the idea that salvation is not simply about what happens after this life, but about being transformed here and now into a reflection of Christ.Together, Belong, Become, and Be Love describe a movement of faith: we belong as we are welcomed by God's grace, we become more like Jesus as we grow in faith, and we are sent into the world to be love through the way we live and serve others.This special Behind the Scenes conversation offers a deeper look at the heart behind North Raleigh United Methodist Church's new purpose and invites us to consider what it might mean for each of us to live into it.Scripture: Galatians 3:25-28; Galatians 5:22-25Purpose Statement: Belong as you are. Become like Jesus. Be love for God's world.Guests: Rev. Kevin Johnson and Rev. Laura JohnsonHost: Kevin Van HallChurch: North Raleigh United Methodist Church, Raleigh, NCBehind the Scenes is a weekly podcast from North Raleigh United Methodist Church exploring Scripture, sermons, Christian faith, discipleship, and what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.

In this teaching, Pastor Dobbs ministers from Galatians 5:13 on the liberty that comes so that we can serve one another. Scripture: Galatians 5:13 - For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Hit the notification bell so that you do not miss our most recent video. From your mobile device, to sow a financial seed into the ministry you may visit us at occvr.org and click the menu tab to locate the donate button. The donate button will provide two options for online giving. You may utilize “Text To Give” in which you will text “give” to the phone number 770-692-2225 to setup your monthly gift or one time financial gift. The additional method for online giving is simply click on the paypal “donate” button. Thanks to our generous partners in ministry, we are able to continue spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our local and foreign outreach ministries. For further information on Overcomers Christian Center including address, service times, and other information please visit occvr.org. Also you may visit us at the following: Facebook: @occvr Podcast: The Overcomers

In this teaching, Pastor Dobbs ministers from Galatians 5:13 on the liberty that comes so that we can serve one another. Scripture: Galatians 5:13 - For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

As inhabitants of the "city on the hill", the Apostle Paul provides a clear outline for how we are to live out our lives. In Galatians 5:25, Paul presents this invitation to Christian living when he says, “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” The sermon this week explores the meaning of this passage and its context. Paul presents the Christian life not as a matter of following an external list of rules, but of allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out, guiding us toward truth and righteousness.Scripture: Galatians 5:25 NIV

SCRIPTURE- Galatians 6:9"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up."REFLECTION- JustinMUSIC- "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" by The O'Neill Brothers Group- "Before Dawn" by Ola GjeiloNOTES- PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

What if the greatest inheritance you'll ever receive has already been given to you? In this message from Galatians 3:26–4:7, we discover how Jesus welcomes us into God's family through faith. Because of Christ, we are no longer outsiders trying to earn God's approval. We are His children, adopted by grace and made heirs to every promise He has made. This message explores what it means to live from that identity and asks a simple but life-changing question: What will you do with the inheritance God has already given you? Scripture: Galatians 3:26–4:7

Father, help me not to just find freedom, but to remain free because of you.Scripture: Galatians 5:1 Best of, Summer.

Have you ever noticed that the moment you decide to lose weight, your brain wants to go all in? No sugar.No carbs.Two workouts a day."I'll be perfect this time." It feels productive...but what if that urge is actually keeping you stuck? In this episode, we're talking about why extreme plans often come from guilt, fear, or the desire to "make up for" yesterday—and why they usually lead to burnout instead of lasting change. I'll also share a personal story about why I choose not to work out on Sundays, even though I often feel the urge to after eating out with family. That one decision has taught me a powerful lesson about trusting the process instead of reacting to uncomfortable emotions. You'll learn: • Why your brain craves extreme plans after you've gone off track • The common thoughts that make extreme decisions feel like wisdom • The difference between "have-to energy" and "creative energy" • A simple question to ask before making your next nutrition or fitness decision • How Galatians 6:9 reminds us that lasting transformation comes through faithful consistency—not frantic effort If you've ever felt like you're either all in or all out, this episode will encourage you to step off the roller coaster and start building habits you can actually enjoy repeating. Scripture:Galatians 6:9 Next Steps

To God, the greatest tragedy isn't giving your life for others; it's a life lived only for yourself. In this episode, Pastor Phil Hopper unpacks Galatians 6:10-18 and what it means to follow Jesus and bear His marks in a world that avoids suffering. You'll learn why the Apostle Paul pointed to his scars from persecution as evidence of authentic faith, and why we're consecrated to whatever we're willing to die for; until we're willing to die for Christ, we'll never fully live for Him. Discover the four marks of a crucified, consecrated life: Dangerous Faith, Suffering Faith, Sacrificing Faith, and Holy Faith, and why the crucified life, not a comfortable one, is the only way to experience the abundant life. Scripture: Galatians 6:10-18 -- Connect with us on Social Media ⤵    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels     Connect with Pastor Phil ⤵  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKC  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc  Books & Resources: https://abundant-life.com/resources/books/     Listen to The Well Podcast ⤵ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5wadnywAMEK7c0E1qatMoY?si=SjH6Ko7VR3OoHrRy1yYLlQ&nd=1&dlsi=395ae55d95ac4b11 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well/id1233267223 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hogfBmv7YogvCjiNYLz9a2   Find Your Next Step: https://alife.livingproof.co/ Watch More Sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/   Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ Listen to The Well Podcast ⤵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5wadnywAMEK7c0E1qatMoY?si=SjH6Ko7VR3OoHrRy1yYLlQ&nd=1&dlsi=395ae55d95ac4b11Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well/id1233267223YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hogfBmv7YogvCjiNYLz9a2Find Your Next Step: http://alife.livingproof.co/ Watch more sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://abundant-life.com/resources/books/Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/

If you've been thinking that summer is the perfect time to potty train, this one's for you! Christine Clark joins Karen and Emily today - she's a mom, preschool teacher, and pro who's successfully potty trained 17 children. From handling accidents with grace to dealing with fear, regression, or defiance, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement for moms in the potty-training trenches. Episode Recap:Christine runs an in-home daycare and LOVES toddlers (2:33)Personality definitely feeds into potty training (5:58)Is there a difference in training girls vs boys? (7:25)Give us a step-by-step for those who are new to this (8:55)What are the biggest mistakes parents make? (12:00)How to support your child's training at daycare (14:16)What about kids who have “accidents” out of defiance? (16:35)What if a child is afraid to go #2? (22:21)Scripture: Galatians 6:9 (NIV) “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”Questions for Discussion:What's been your biggest potty training challenge so far, and what mindset shift could help you handle it with more patience?How can you bring fun and encouragement into the process instead of frustration?What does “everything can be cleaned” look like for you in this season of motherhood?What other “hard things” have you done recently that remind you you're capable of more than you think?Resources:Use code WT20 to get $20 off SOAR registration today! Reach out to have Karen come speak in your community!Become a WT+ Insider this month and get an exclusive SOAR discount! Join our private FB group, BOAW MomsWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily share some of their own adventures in potty-training and remind us once again that everything can be cleaned! Become an Insider today and help us reach our goal of 400 subscribers this year! 

What is the true purpose of liberty? The American founders frequently noted that political freedom cannot survive without moral responsibility. This week, we explore how Christian freedom isn't a license to do whatever we want, but the absolute liberty to live out our God-given vocations by serving our neighbors in love.Scripture: Galatians 5:1-14**For the best uninterrupted livestream experience, participate in this week's sermon at nblc.net/sermons

There are two paths we can walk: the flesh or the Spirit. One leads to frustration, brokenness, and regret. The other leads to peace, growth, and life. Walking in the Spirit isn't automatic—it's something we choose by staying close to God daily. As we do, He shapes our desires and produces fruit in us that we could never create on our own. You can walk with the Spirit today, and He will lead you into what is good and life-giving; in Jesus name we pray, Amen.Scripture: Galatians 5:16–26Checkout the YouTube channel here and join the family: https://www.youtube.com/@perceptualpneumaministries2837If you would like to join us for bible study, bible study is on Friday nights from 7:30pm - 9pm CST. To get the link, please feel free to message us at perceptualpneumaministries@gmail.com.

Tom Trezise delivers his message entitled "The Gift of Freedom."Scripture: Galatians 5:1Support the show

Most people think freedom means doing whatever you want. But what if that's exactly what keeps you stuck?In Galatians 5, the Apostle Paul writes to a group of churches that had already encountered the gospel — and were drifting away from it. Sound familiar? The freedoms they were chasing — self-sufficiency, religious performance, personal desire — were quietly becoming the very things that enslaved them.Pastor Woody unpacks three movements of true freedom found in Christ: freedom from ourselves, freedom in the sacrifice of Jesus, and freedom to serve others. Drawing from Galatians 2, 3, and 5, this message reframes what liberation actually looks like — not a life with no limits, but a life no longer ruled by the wrong things.If you've ever wondered why the freedom you're chasing never quite delivers — this one's worth your time.Scripture: Galatians 2:20, 3:1, 5:1, 5:7–8, 5:13–14, 5:19–25, John 8:31–32Resources: John Mark ComerFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

Today's Scripture: Galatians 3:26-28Let the church be the place where the world gets a preview of what true equality looks like.We need to ask - What kind of people are we becoming? What values are we living? Where do those values come from? Do we merely admire them in history, or do we embody them in our lives?“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” The Declaration said it. Lincoln fought to move the nation closer to it. But long before that, God had already spoken it in creation.The redeemed people of God from every tribe and tongue will stand before His throne and prove that in Christ equality is not just a phrase to quote – but a people, community, body to become.

"This Life is not Mine"Scripture: Galatians 2:20Messenger: Prophet Myke Rose

Welcome back to another episode of man vs Marriage!In this powerful off-the-cuff episode, Quincy Moran speaks straight from the heart about walking through the "Gray Area" — those heavy seasons where challenges with autism in your family, health setbacks, financial pressure, marriage tension, and purpose feel relentless.Quincy shares vulnerable stories from his own journey as a husband, father of children with autism, and man in his late 40s. He explores how to keep hope alive when days feel like Groundhog Day, how to shift your perspective, and why life offers opportunities even in adversity.Key moments include: • The power of hope as a strategy • God-given dreams that restored perspective with his son • Gratitude shifts after hearing stories from other autism parents • The future-self framework: What you're going through today is preparing the man you're becoming tomorrow • Practical warning about phone addiction and being present with your familyIf you're in a tough season right now, this episode is for you. Seasons change. Lessons matter. Pressure is a privilege.Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

What happens when a first-time preacher opens God's Word with clarity, conviction, and biblical depth? You may be surprised.In his very first sermon, Brother Keenan teaches through Galatians 6:7-10, unpacking one of the Bible's most powerful spiritual principles: "Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap."This isn't just a message about consequences—it's a deep study of God's unchanging spiritual laws. Learn who the Apostle Paul was writing to, why the letter to the Galatians was written, and how its timeless truths still shape our lives today.Just as the physical universe operates according to fixed laws established by God, the spiritual realm does as well. Every decision, every action, and every seed we plant carries eternal significance.Whether you're a new believer, a lifelong Christian, or simply searching for biblical truth, this verse-by-verse study will challenge your thinking, strengthen your faith, and encourage you to live with eternity in view.

What does real friendship actually cost?In Week 2 of our series, Why Can't We Be Friends?, Pastor Casey Olsen explores Galatians 6 and challenges us to move beyond convenient, surface-level relationships into the kind of friendship Scripture calls us to embrace. While many of us long for deep, meaningful friendships, true friendship is forged through sacrifice, consistency, humility, and burden-bearing love.Through Paul's words in Galatians 6, we discover that biblical friendship is not merely about shared interests or mutual enjoyment. It is about restoring one another when we stumble, carrying one another's burdens when life becomes heavy, and remaining faithful when relationships become costly. Real friendship requires time, patience, presence, forgiveness, and a willingness to step into the struggles of others rather than pull away from them.Pastor Casey unpacks what it means to "bear one another's burdens" and how Christian friendship reflects the ultimate example of sacrificial love found in Jesus Christ. As the Friend who moved toward us in our brokenness, carried the burden of our sin, and laid down His life on our behalf, Jesus not only models true friendship but empowers His followers to extend that same grace to others.Whether you're longing for deeper relationships, struggling with loneliness, learning how to support a friend through a difficult season, or seeking to become the kind of friend God calls you to be, this message offers a biblical vision for authentic community and lasting friendship.Scripture:Galatians 6:1-10Series:Why Can't We Be Friends? | Week 2Message Title:The Real Cost of FriendshipSpeaker:Pastor Casey OlsenGrace City Church exists to help people encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and live on mission together. We believe meaningful Christian community is not built on convenience but on the transforming love of Christ that enables us to carry one another's burdens and reflect His grace to the world.#WhyCantWeBeFriends #Friendship #Galatians6 #PastorCaseyOlsen #GraceCityChurch #ChristianFriendship #BiblicalCommunity #ChristianLiving #JesusCallsUsFriends #CarryOneAnothersBurdens #ChurchCommunity #FaithInAction #Sermon #BibleTeaching #ChristianRelationships

What really counts in the Christian life?In this message, What Counts? New Life, we explore the truth that God is not merely interested in behavior modification—He's after transformation. Through Christ, we are given a new identity, a new heart, and a new way of living. The gospel doesn't just make us better people; it makes us new creations.Join us as we discover what truly matters in the Kingdom of God and how the new life Jesus offers changes everything—from the inside out.Scripture: Galatians 6:15Series: Like & Subscribe

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. Introduction Temptation is not a sign of failure; it is a sign that you belong to God. Because Jesus was tempted and remained perfect, the temptations in our lives hold no power or guilt unless we give in to them. Satan only tempts those who do not belong to him, which means facing spiritual battle proves you are God’s. As you fight between the flesh and the Spirit, you have the opportunity to prove your faithfulness to God, and He has the opportunity to prove His provisions to you. Scripture Galatians 5:16-17 Matthew 4:1-11 Romans 8:28 Joel 2:12 Romans 8:1-2 Sermon Points The Spirit Leads! The Fasting Prepares! The enemy lies waiting! Closing Jesus was prepared. He didn’t go into the wilderness all willy nilly! Even the Son of God didn’t just wing it! We have got to stop trying to just wing our relationship with God. We must be serious!!! Watch past services: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/ Subscribe to Graham Chapel Youth: https://is.gd/grahamyouth Give to Graham Chapel: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/ Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County. We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays or Wednesdays for youth! Visit our website to learn more.

In Galatians 5:16–26, Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit and not gratify the desires of the flesh. This passage shows the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, the works of the flesh that pull us away from God, and the fruit of the Spirit that is produced in the life of a believer.As followers of Christ, we are called not only to live by the Spirit but to keep in step with the Spirit, faithfully discerning God's direction for our lives.

In Galatians 5:16–26, Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit and not gratify the desires of the flesh. This passage shows the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, the works of the flesh that pull us away from God, and the fruit of the Spirit that is produced in the life of a believer.As followers of Christ, we are called not only to live by the Spirit but to keep in step with the Spirit, faithfully discerning God's direction for our lives.

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-15Speaker: Brandon Eggar

In Galatians 5:1–15, the Apostle Paul reminds believers that Christ has set His people free—not to return to slavery, but to walk in faith, freedom, and love. As false teachers attempted to lead the Galatian churches back under the burden of the law, Paul passionately calls them to stand firm in the gospel of grace and reject any message that adds human effort to salvation.This passage reveals that faith alone in Christ alone produces two things the enemy hates: true freedom in Christ and genuine brotherly love among believers. Paul warns that the Christian life is a spiritual battle where false teaching constantly threatens to distort the gospel and rob believers of the freedom Christ purchased for them. Yet the freedom found in Christ is not freedom to sin—it is freedom to joyfully serve and love one another.

The harvest of the New Age is already taking root. If you feel burned out by a cynical world, come be reminded that because Christ is risen, no act of kindness is ever wasted and your "doing good" has eternal momentum.Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10**For the best uninterrupted livestream experience, participate in this week's sermon at nblc.net/sermons

Continuing through the book of Galatians, Pastor Hannah Engebretson dives into one of the most powerful and challenging passages in Scripture: Galatians 5. On a joyful Sunday marked by celebratory water baptisms, Hannah addresses the internal tug-of-war we all experience between the "flesh" and the "Spirit." She explains that while the flesh naturally produces destructive results—such as anger, broken relationships, anxiety, and addiction—the Holy Spirit wants to cultivate something entirely different within us. Hannah reminds the community that true transformation isn't about legalistically trying to control our behavior in our own strength. Instead, it's about a daily surrender to the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to fill us with His peace and organically produce lasting fruit like love, self-control, and kindness from the inside out. For more information about the church, please visit northwestvineyard.org.

Today's Scripture: Galatians 1:10 Have you ever said yes when something inside you wanted to say no? In today's episode, we look at Galatians 1:10 and the hidden cost of living for approval. In this episode, you'll learn: *How approval-seeking disconnects you from your own voice *How early family roles shape your need for approval *Why the helper, peacekeeper, or responsible one within may still be leading •How to find your own inner compass instead Go Deeper: Take our new Family Roles Quiz! Episode 147: Making Sense of Your Family Story with Adam Young Episode 85: The Goal of a Healthy Family & 6 Roles We Take on in Dysfunction Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Galatians 4:21–31, the Apostle Paul uses the historical account of Sarah, Hagar, Isaac, and Ishmael to illustrate the difference between slavery under the law and the freedom found through faith in Christ. Paul reminds believers that God's promises are fulfilled not through human effort or self-reliance, but through trusting Him and walking by faith.Through this powerful allegory, we see the danger of taking matters into our own hands instead of patiently trusting God's timing and promises. Abraham and Sarah struggled to believe God would fulfill His word, leading to painful consequences when they attempted to accomplish God's plan through human effort. Yet Paul points believers back to the gospel of grace—reminding us that justification comes by faith alone, not by works or religious performance.

In Galatians 4:1–20, the Apostle Paul continues to remind the churches in Galatia of a powerful truth: through Christ, believers are no longer slaves but have been adopted as sons and heirs of God. Once enslaved to sin, the law, and the elementary principles of the world, we have now been set free through the redeeming work of Jesus.Paul warns against the danger of returning to the very things Christ has freed us from. Instead of living in bondage, believers are called to embrace their new identity as children of God—living in the freedom, inheritance, and relationship made possible through Christ. This passage highlights both the beauty of our adoption and the urgency of living in light of it.

In week 4 of How to Ruin Your Faith, Pastor Casey Olsen continues through Galatians 4 with a message called Forget Who You Are. Paul reminds the church that in Christ, we are no longer slaves but sons and daughters of God. Yet many believers still drift back into performance, striving, and spiritual exhaustion because they forget the identity God has already given them.This sermon explores how spiritual drift often begins when we stop living from the truth that we are fully known, loved, adopted, and filled with the Holy Spirit. Pastor Casey unpacks the beauty of redemption, adoption, and the Spirit's cry within us: “Abba, Father.”If you have been trying to earn God's love, perform your way into peace, or carry your faith in your own strength, this message is an invitation to return to the Father and receive again what God has already provided through Jesus.Scripture: Galatians 4:1–11, 19–20Subscribe for more sermons from Grace City Church.#Galatians #ChristianSermon #Faith #HolySpirit #AdoptionInChrist #GraceCityChurch #PastorCaseyOlsen #HowToRuinYourFaith #ChristianTeaching #BibleSermon

In Galatians 3:15–29, Paul reminds believers that while the world constantly changes, God and His promises never do. Pointing back to Abraham, Paul explains that salvation has always been by faith and that the promises of God were never replaced or canceled by the giving of the law.This passage reveals that God's law was given to expose sin and show our need for a Savior, but God's promises stand forever through Jesus Christ. In Him, all who believe are welcomed into the family of God, made heirs according to promise, and given an eternal inheritance.

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5Sermon Series: One Another #2Sermon Discussion Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YzKcrlrX95XvN7DJXMHj1DwpA1YZeTvP/view?usp=drive_linkSermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-265023.html

Savior, you are present in every chapter of my story.Scripture: Galatians 1:15aKeywords: Story; past; chapter; growing; spiritual maturity; grace; transformation.

In Galatians 3:1–14, Paul confronts the danger of self-dependence and calls believers back to a life of faith. The Galatians had begun their Christian walk by trusting in Christ, but were now being tempted to rely on their own efforts and obedience to the law. Paul reminds them that everything in the Christian life—salvation, transformation, and spiritual power—comes through faith, not works.This passage reveals that self-dependence ultimately drives us away from God, while true faith draws us closer to Him. From the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, to justification by the Father, to redemption through the Son, every part of salvation is the work of God—received by faith alone.

In Galatians 2:11–21, Paul confronts Peter over a moment of hypocrisy that threatened the truth of the gospel. As pressure from others led Peter to pull away from Gentile believers, Paul boldly stepped in to defend the reality that justification comes through faith in Christ alone—not by works of the law.This passage centers on one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture: union with Christ. Through Jesus, believers are not only forgiven—they are made new. Having been crucified with Christ, we now live by faith in Him, freed from the burden of trying to earn righteousness and empowered to walk in new life.

Ready For Resurrection? | Galatians 2:20 | Palm SundayAre you truly ready for resurrection?On this Palm Sunday, we look beyond the celebration of Jesus' triumphal entry and ask a deeper question: What needs to die in us so new life can begin?In this powerful message centered on Galatians 2:20, we're reminded that following Jesus isn't just about admiration—it's about surrender. The life we now live comes through faith in Christ, who loved us and gave Himself for us.This sermon challenges us to examine the “old self” we keep holding onto and invites us into the freedom, purpose, and new identity found in Christ. Resurrection isn't just something we celebrate—it's something we step into.Scripture: Galatians 2:20If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope this Easter season.This week's message is from our Lead Pastor, John Letterman.Let's Connect: http://bit.ly/3XbRE9TFree Access To RightNow Media:https://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/rccreadingSocial Media:@riverviewchristian on Facebook and InstagramWebsite:riverviewchristian.churchSupport the show

If you've ever wondered, “Am I ruining my teenager's life?” - you're not alone. Today, Karen answers questions from moms navigating strong personalities, emotional pushback, and the tension between protecting and preparing their teens. With her trademark practical wisdom, she reminds us that what feels like conflict is often part of God's process for refining our kids.Episode Recap:As moms, we can see the writing on the wall but our teens literally can't (1:45)My daughter and I fight all the time, I just do not like her right now (4:02)You cannot take their attitude and/or push back personally (7:43)How do I motivate my lazy teenage son? (9:01)We don't need to coddle our sons (11:09)Look into our new study: How to Teach Your Kids the Bible (13:30)My daughter's career dreams are unrealistic, how do we talk to her about it? (13:45)Any tips for a blue mom raising a melancholy 15 year old teen? (17:36)Our job is not to solve all our kids' problems, it's to point them to the Lord (19:41)Scripture: Galatians 6:9 (NLT) “​​So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.”Discussion Questions: When have you felt like your teen misunderstood your intentions? How did you respond?Where are you tempted to take your teen's behavior personally?What would it look like to “get out of God's way” in your parenting right now?How can you stay emotionally steady when your teen is not?What is one boundary you need to hold with confidence this week? Resources:Listen to the rest of our conversation on WT+: boaw.mom/insiderCheck out Karen's Peace for the Anxious Mom study todayCheck out our BRAND NEW Bible study: How To Teach Your Kids the BibleDownload our FREE temperaments packetPick up Karen's devotional for Teenage Girls on AmazonWant More of This Conversation?WT+ listeners will hear Karen encourage you to stand firm in your parental convictions without damaging the relationship. Karen shares personal stories of the fruit that both she and her children have reaped from maintaining stricter boundaries in the teenage years. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

SAINT COMPANION PRAYER - St. Paul, teach me what you learned, that true freedom is not the absence of struggle, but the presence of Christ, through whom, I can do all things.SCRIPTURE- Galatians 5:13-14For you were called for freedom, brothers. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather, serve* one another through love. For the whole law is fulfilled in one statement, namely, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'REFLECTION- LaurenMUSIC- "More Love, More Power" by David Nevue- "What Wondrous Love is This" InstrumentalNOTES- Lent: Check out the LENT page on The God Minute website to find out more about our programming for this week.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

In Galatians 2:1–10, Paul recounts a pivotal moment in the early church where the truth of the gospel and the freedom found in Christ were both defended and affirmed. As false teachers attempted to add the requirements of the law to salvation, Paul stood firm, ensuring that the message of grace through faith alone remained uncompromised.This passage reminds us that the gospel is not something we modify to fit human expectations. Salvation is not earned through religious effort or adherence to the law—it is a gift of God's grace through Jesus Christ. Because of this, believers are truly free in Christ, not to live carelessly, but to live faithfully, reflecting both the truth of the gospel and the character of Christ.

Jesus, her burden is heavy. Give me wisdom on how to make it just a little lighter.Keywords: Heavy; come alongside; help; showing Jesus' love; burden. Scripture: Galatians 6:2  

"“Do not turn back to that which is false.”In this sermon from Galatians 4:8–20, the Apostle Paul confronts a painful and dangerous reality: believers who are tempted to turn back from the gospel they once embraced. What makes this temptation so tragic is not only its theological error, but the relational destruction it leaves in its wake.Paul reminds the Galatians of who they once were—enslaved to what is “by nature not gods”—and contrasts that past with the grace they have now received: to know God and, more importantly, to be known by Him. Against that backdrop, Paul asks a piercing question: How can you go back?This passage exposes the subtle danger of religious compromise. Paul warns that embracing the message of the Judaizers—though outwardly religious and rooted in biblical history—is, in fact, a return to the same worldly principles the Galatians left behind. There are ultimately only two ways of thinking: the way of the world and the way of the gospel. Any system that undermines justification by faith alone belongs to the former, no matter how pious it appears.The sermon also highlights the deeply personal nature of Paul's exhortation. The Galatians' drift from the gospel has already affected their relationship with him. Once marked by love, warmth, and mutual sacrifice, their posture toward Paul has grown cold. False teachers have courted them, flattered them, and turned them away—not only from Paul, but from Christ Himself.Paul's words culminate in a moving pastoral plea: he is again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in them. His exhortation flows not from pride or control, but from deep love and anguish for their souls.This message is not merely historical. The same temptation confronts the church today, as many are drawn toward systems that elevate tradition, works, and human authority over the sufficiency of Christ and His gospel. The call of Galatians remains urgent:Do not turn back.Cling to Christ.Remain rooted in the gospel of grace revealed in Scripture.Scripture: Galatians 4:8–20Theme: The danger of abandoning the gospel for religious substitutesFocus: Justification by faith, spiritual regression, pastoral love, and perseverance in ChristIf this sermon is helpful, consider subscribing and sharing it with others who are wrestling with these questions."

In Galatians 1:10–24, the Apostle Paul defends the authenticity of the gospel and reminds believers that their lives are not meant to please people, but to serve Christ. Paul recounts his dramatic transformation—from persecutor of the church to preacher of the gospel—to show that salvation and calling are entirely the work of God's grace.This passage reminds us that the gospel is not a human invention and the Christian life is not built on personal approval or religious achievement. God calls sinners by His grace, transforms them through Christ, and sends them into the world to proclaim the good news. The same grace that saved Paul is the grace that calls believers today to live boldly for Christ and make His name known.

2026-03-08-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 8 2026, in the 10:30 am service.   Scripture: Galatians 1:6–10, Romans 1, Leviticus 20, Jeremiah 23, 1 Kings 13   Notes: -It is easy in today's culture to hear from many so-called Christian teachers and prophets, but many distort the gospel -But Pastor Livingston warns us to be careful of what we listen to -To protect yourself, pray and let the Holy Spirit in us discern the truth

2026-03-08-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 8 2026, in the 8:30 am service.   Scripture: Galatians 1:6–10, Romans 1, Leviticus 20, Jeremiah 23, 1 Kings 13   Notes: -It is easy in today's culture to hear from many so-called Christian teachers and prophets, but many distort the gospel -But Pastor Livingston warns us to be careful of what we listen to -To protect yourself, pray and let the Holy Spirit in us discern the truth

In Galatians 1:1–9, the Apostle Paul writes to the young churches in Galatia to confront a serious threat to the gospel. Not long after these churches were planted during Paul's first missionary journey, false teachers had begun distorting the message of salvation by adding human works to the grace of Christ. Paul responds with urgency, reminding believers that the true gospel is founded on justification by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone. This passage reveals that the gospel is not something we improve, modify, or add to. Christ gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from this present evil age, and salvation is entirely the work of God's grace. Any message that adds human effort or religious requirements to the finished work of Christ is not the gospel at all—it is a dangerous distortion that must be rejected.

SCRIPTURE- Galatians 4:6-7"As proof that you are children, God sent the spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying out, 'Abba, Father!' So you are no longer a slave but a child, and if a child then also an heir, through God."REFLECTION- JeffMUSIC- "Ding Dong Merrily on High" by Celtic Vision- "Canticle of the Turning" by Liam Lawton & Theresa Donohoo- "Canticle of The Turning" (Guitar Instrumental) by Justin HattNOTES- Click here to watch  Lauren's children pray and draw the Joyful Mysteries of the RosaryPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

If you're staring down the potty training season with dread, this one's for you! Karen and Emily are joined by Christine Clark—a mom, preschool teacher, and pro who's successfully potty trained 17 children. From handling accidents with grace to dealing with fear, regression, or defiance, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement for moms in the potty-training trenches. Episode Recap:Christine runs an in-home daycare and LOVES toddlers (2:33)Personality definitely feeds into potty training (5:58)Is there a difference in training girls vs boys? (7:25)Give us a step-by-step for those who are new to this (8:55)What are the biggest mistakes parents make? (12:00)How to support your child's training at daycare (14:16)What about kids who have “accidents” out of defiance? (16:35)What if a child is afraid to go #2? (22:21)Scripture: Galatians 6:9 (NIV) “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”Discussion Questions: What's been your biggest potty training challenge so far, and what mindset shift could help you handle it with more patience?How can you bring fun and encouragement into the process instead of frustration?What does “everything can be cleaned” look like for you in this season of motherhood?What other “hard things” have you done recently that remind you you're capable of more than you think?Resources:Reach out to https://birdsonawiremoms.com/book-karen-to-speak to have Karen come speak in your community!Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms