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Episode 365: The Power TrapSummary:Afraid that stepping into your full power will cost too much? That people might judge you, or success might ask more than you can give? In this episode, we're uncovering the final trap that keeps you playing small—and walking through how to break free so you can show up boldly in your calling, without apology.Takeaways:The Power Trap shows up when we fear what our calling will require.Success can trigger fear responses just like failure can.When you name your fear, you strip it of its power.Power looks different for everyone—define what it looks like for you.People-pleasing keeps us playing small.Playing small is not humility—it's self-protection.God works in layers—stepping into your power happens one layer at a time.Abraham's story shows the danger of pleasing people over purpose.Courage says yes, even when fear says run.You don't have to get it perfect—just keep stepping forward.Quotes:“If you don't step into your power, others are going to miss out on what you are called to bring to the table.”“Playing small isn't holy—it's just keeping other people in the dark.”“Your obedience is not for their applause. Your obedience is for the one who called you.”“Courage doesn't mean it's loud, but it is consistent.”Courageous Action:Get Honest with God – Journal through Psalm 139:23–24 and ask Father to show you the real fear holding you back.Define Your Version of Power – What does power look like for you in this season? How are you wired to show up?Take One Bold Step – Choose one action you've been avoiding and do it this week to start practicing your power.Chapters:00:00 – Three Enrolling Questions01:00 – Series Recap (Feeling, Safety, Power Traps)03:00 – Why this episode matters04:00 – Personal Story: Coaching opportunity & fear response10:00 – The Power Trap Defined12:00 – Scripture: Luke 12:4814:00 – Moses vs. Israel – Stepping into power16:00 – Trap Response #1: Name your fear20:00 – Trap Response #2: Define your version of power26:00 – Trap Response #3: Choose purpose over people-pleasing30:00 – Abraham's story: Purpose over people32:00 – Recap + Final Encouragement35:00 – Courageous Action37:30 – CTA + OutroWho Am I?Heather Bunch – The Courageous CoachCertified life & Enneagram coach, speaker, author of Hello Courageous. I help Christian women entrepreneurs grow themselves so they can grow their business and fulfill their God-given purpose.I also help coaches/speakers/authors get their ideas into signature systems & books.Links:

Daily Dose of Hope July 28, 2025   Scripture - Luke 1:1-25   Prayer:  Everlasting Father, We thank you that you are a God of hope.  You are a God who keeps his promises.  You are a God who always has our best interest in mind.  Forgive us for those times that we want things to go the way we want things to go.  Fill us with your wisdom and discernment.  Help us try to think about things from a more eternal perspective.  How difficult that is for us!  Lord, we submit to you our lives, our families, our jobs, our burdens, our physical bodies.  We give them to you and we trust you.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, a deep dive into the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we begin the book of Luke.   Luke is considered a Jewish Gospel.  There are connections to the Old Testament throughout, specifically the fulfillment of God's promises and these promises are bigger than anyone expected.  We will highlight those as we walk through the text.  The point, though, is that the God who sent Jesus is the same God who operated throughout the Old Testament.  There is a continuity with the nation of Israel but now salvation in Jesus is being offered to everyone.  Luke is making a specific point here.   Let's talk about the author, Luke himself.  Who was he?  He gives us a brief intro in Luke, saying he is writing to a man named Theophilius, a name that means lover of God.  Some scholars say he is writing to generic believers but most think Theophilius was a specific person.  We just don't know much about him.  Luke also states that he has done a lot of research into the things that have happened but he doesn't tell us a lot about himself.   What we know is that Luke was a physician and a Gentile.  He is actually the only Gentile to write any portion of the New Testament. Paul briefly alludes to this in Colossians 4, when he makes a distinction between Luke and other colleagues “of the circumcision,” meaning the Jews.  Paul calls him the beloved physician.  Actually, while Luke doesn't name himself as author of Luke and the book of Acts, Paul refers to Luke several times.  Besides the Colossians reference, he also mentions Luke in Philemon and 2 Timothy.  Luke writes about Paul in Acts quite extensively and mentions himself a few times in subtle ways.   In today's reading, we get the first portion of the story of Zechariah.  Zechariah is a priest from the hill country near Jerusalem. Two weeks out of each year his division of priests was on duty at the temple in Jerusalem. Of course, this is where we find Zechariah faithfully going about his ordinary priestly duties. But this year, Zechariah is chosen by lot (which means he is chosen randomly, like drawing a name out of a hat) to be the one to go into the sanctuary and offer the incense offering.  So, up until this point, all is pretty ordinary and expected.  But then Scripture says in v. 11-12, Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. Whenever we read about an angel appearing to people in the Bible, they are usually afraid – angels are fierce beings.   The angel tells Zechariah that his wife, Elizabeth, will get pregnant and have a son who will be a source of joy and gladness for them.  This son will be filled with the Holy Spirit and set apart by God for a special purpose – to prepare the way of the Lord, to make people ready to receive Jesus Christ.   But this clearly catches Zechariah off guard.  He isn't convinced; in fact, he is skeptical.  So Zechariah asks the angel, “Are you really sure?  I mean my wife is kind of old.”  He is a man who has probably had years of heartbreak and disappointment. You see, Zechariah is married to Elizabeth (Elizabeth is the cousin of Mary, who becomes the mother of Jesus) and Zechariah and Elizabeth have never been able to have kids.  Now, they have gotten to the point in which they are too old to conceive.  Zechariah will soon be forced to retire from the priesthood.  Life surely hasn't happened the way he planned.  So what happens?  V.19-20, The angel said to him, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news. And now you will be silent and not able to speak until the day this happens, because you did not believe my words, which will come true at their appointed time.”   Zechariah is in the temple for a while and then when he comes out, he cannot speak.  The people assume he has seen some kind of vision because he is just making signs to them but no words are coming out of his mouth.  Nevertheless, the speechless Zechariah goes home to his wife Elizabeth, and she gets pregnant.  And Elizabeth sees the Lord's hand in these events. She exclaims in verse 25, “This is what the Lord has done for me when he looked favorably on me to take away the disgrace I have endured among my people.”   Not to spoil the story, although I figure most of you have heard it before, but Zechariah does not speak again until his son, John, is born.  This is a story about a miracle, a birth that is not just unexpected but seemingly impossible.  But it's also about how God keeps his promises.  God is faithful.  And while this is a portion of the Christmas story that we may often gloss over, it's really critical for us.  Remembering how God has proven faithful in the past—even when all hope seemed lost—builds confidence that God can be trusted in the present and the future.   There are so many times in our lives when problems seem overwhelming and when it's hard to see a way forward, when it seems like things aren't going as planned, when it feels like all hope for the future has reached a dead end.  And maybe that's where you are right now.  It's possible that you look at your life and you think, “This wasn't what I expected, God.”  Maybe you are dealing with health issues or a loved one is ill or in pain.  Maybe you are crippled by depression or anxiety.  Maybe there is a broken relationship or a financial burden or you simply feel empty.  Maybe, like Zechariah, you are feeling discouraged and a bit hopeless.    I'll be the first to tell you that I don't understand God's ways or God's timing.  But this is what I can say…the story that we read about in God's Word shows us that God is always faithful.  God is never late.  We may doubt him, we may get mad at him, we may defy him, but God will be faithful.  In Scripture, we meet a God for whom there are no dead ends – detours perhaps – but not dead ends.  You see, we meet a God who is always working for our good, even when we make a mess of things, a Jesus who specializes in making a way in the wilderness, opening up a future when none seems possible.  If you ask him, he will show up in surprising, unexpected ways; maybe not the ways we want him to, but he will be there.  You see, with Jesus, there is always HOPE for a way forward.  Always, always, always.   More tomorrow.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki      

July 27, 2025 Jesus provides a model for our prayers. Be confident of God's goodness and love as you pray. Let those truths and Christ's promises encourage you in your prayers. When we neglect to pray we miss out on this spiritual blessing which is a means of grace. Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Solid Rock Bible ChurchSunday July 27, 2025Pastor Bill Gay:"God's Grace is for the Sinner"SCRIPTURE:Luke 7:37-382 Corinthians 5:17

July 20, 2025 Our Lord teaches us in the parable of the Good Samaritan what it means to love your neighbor as yourself. This parable answers the question, who is my neighbor! Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Scripture - Luke 10:38-42Thank You for listening!Follow us on Facebook Instagram YouTube Website You can contact us at office@newcovenantaz.orgMaking Jesus Christ the Heart of Every Home.

Jesus reminds us, when our schedules are choked by distractions, that we need to concentrate on what is the real priority. Scripture: Luke 10:38-42Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-20p

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31Sermon Series: What Does the Bible Say About #5Sermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-240098.htmlSermon Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRpUDVp0vAg

Worship: Sunday, July 13; Minister: Rev. Debbie Weatherspoon; Message: "Dream"; Scripture: Luke 4:13-21; Music director: Scott Jespersen; Worship Leaders: Eda Naranjo, Susan Jardin, Clark Kellogg, Charles Lynch; Audio engineer: Katelyn Burmester; Podcast producer: Ethan Toven-Lindsey

When Jesus was asked, "Who is my neighbor?", the story he shared was not to define neighbor, but to define love. Scripture: Luke 10:25-37Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-13sWorship program: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-13p

Solid Rock Bible ChurchSunday July 13, 2025Pastor Bill Gay:"The Thief On The Cross"SCRIPTURE:LUKE 23:39-43LUKE 23:40-41Romans 10:13MATTHEW 10:28LUKE 23:42LUKE 23:43

Do you understand what your heart is really like? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus is saying that the reason we're inauthentic or hiding from other people is because we're actually being inauthentic with ourselves, hiding from ourselves. We're deeply uncomfortable with the reality of our own hearts. Jesus wouldn't mention hypocrisy in the Sermon on the Mount unless he thought it was a pervasive issue, something we're all struggling with. Jesus says this is the way we are, that there's a real problem and the human heart desperately wants to get into image management. Let's look at how Jesus shows us 1) two manifestations of hypocrisy, 2) how you can't stand to see what's in your own heart, 3) how you know the plank in your own heart is huge, and 4) how to remove the plank from your heart. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 18, 1999. Series: The Mount; Life in the Kingdom. Scripture: Luke 6:39-49. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Solid Rock Bible ChurchWednesday January 15, 2025Pastor Bill Gay:"The Woman With The Issue of Blood"SCRIPTURE:Luke 8:43-48

As soon as you hear the word relationships, right away you say, “Ah, relationships,” and you think of friendship or romance. But the main purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is to talk about our relationships to other people, to those outside of our close relationships. Right away, Jesus talks about three groups of people. And when we see how Jesus calls us to be toward them, we're immediately shocked and upset. Many of us will say, “First of all, I can't do it. And if I did, it sounds terrible.” And almost as if Jesus knows we'll say that, he tells us three things. Let's look at 1) the three groups of people: people who oppose us, people who are less fortunate than us, and people who are different from us, and then 2) the three things Jesus tells us: the difficulty we have, the inner dynamic we need, and the directions we're given. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 11, 1999. Series: The Mount; Life in the Kingdom. Scripture: Luke 6:27-38. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Jesus, there is no such thing as an ordinary life if you are part of it.Keywords: Jesus; witness; personal; walking in the deep; come with me invitation.Scripture: Luke 24:48 Resource: JoyKeeper: 6 Truths that Change Everything You Thought You Knew about Joy 

SCRIPTURE: Luke 11:5-10 SHOW NOTES: For encouragement on your spiritual journey, we invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, where you will find additional resources to enrich your Walk with God. Jesus often used parables to teach His disciples and followers. Today, we will examine one of His lessons about prayer from His earthly ministry. In this parable, a neighbor knocks on his friend's door at midnight and asks for three loaves of bread. Wow! This seems like a daring and bold act. However, Jesus uses this short story to teach some essential lessons about our prayer requests to the Father in heaven. "And so, I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you." Luke 11:9 (NLT) In this parable, Jesus encouraged His followers to be persistent. Keep asking. Our Heavenly Father is not bothered by our requests—no matter the time of day. No matter how many times we have asked Him. We often hesitate to be truly bold in prayer because we don't want to seem demanding or presumptuous. Surprisingly, Jesus tells us to come with bold prayer requests. "So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most." Hebrews 4:16 SONG: "Approach, My Soul" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6oMKM-G5lw

This Sunday he preached on how to get spiritually fit and prepare ourselves for new seasons in our lives.     Sermon Points & Scripture: Luke 12:54-56 Proverbs: 13:20 Esther 4:14 1 Timothy 4 Point: You Get Spiritually Fit When You Read Our Bible Matthew 4:4 2 Timothy 3:16 Point: You Get Spiritually Fit When You Pray 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Colossians 4:2 Point: We Get Spiritually Fit When We Confess Our Sins 1 John 1:9 James 5:16 Proverbs  28:13 Point: We Get Spiritually Fit In Church Proverbs 27:17 Hebrews 3:13 Hebrews 10:24-25 Point: We Get Spiritually Fit When We Live With Eternity In Mind 1 Corinthians 9:25 Point: If we recognize the season, and train properly for it, it won't just be alright, it will be an awesome life!   *This episode was recorded on 07/06/25

Scripture - Luke 10:1-11, 16-20Thank You for listening!Follow us on Facebook Instagram YouTube Website You can contact us at office@newcovenantaz.orgMaking Jesus Christ the Heart of Every Home.

Scripture: Luke 8:39 Message: Go Home & Tell How Much the Lord Has Done for You.Speaker: Dr. Xavier Johnson, Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, Dayton, OH & Assistant Professor, United Theological SeminaryDate: June 29, 2025Thank you for your continued generosity. Tithes and offerings can be given electronically using:Givelify: Download the free Givelify App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)Cashapp: $mtcalmbc33Follow Mt Calvary Church on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtcalvarynation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtcalvarynationTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/mtcalvarynationAccess bible education and more exclusive content on the church's website: https://www.mtcalvarychurch.life

July 6, 2025 Luke 10 records a great missionary effort during the earthly ministry of Jesus. We need to obey Christ by being supportive of missions/missionaries. Preaching the Gospel to those who haven't heard is the means by which Satan’s rule is cast down. Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Jesus equips us and gives instructions of how we should plant seeds of faith as we represent him. Scripture: Luke 10: 1-11, 16-20Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-6s Worship program: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-6p

Jesus introduces a revolutionary kingdom in the Sermon on the Mount. He contrasts the pattern, power, and product of two kingdoms: the old one which we are currently under, and the new one which is to come. Jesus' teaching goes against every natural instinct, and represents a reversal of the world's values. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 21, 1999. Series: The Mount; Life in the Kingdom. Scripture: Luke 6:17-26. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

SCRIPTURE: Luke 1:39-55SHOW NOTES: We invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, where you will find additional resources to encourage your Walk with God. Two women, cousins, were brought together by God's sovereign plan. In Luke 1, the young betrothed Mary quickly travels to the home of Elizabeth and stays with her for three months. Elizabeth welcomes her with words of blessing. "And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the baby leaped in her womb.And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and she exclaimed with a loud cry, 'Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!'” Luke 1:41-42 The word 'blessed' means to be especially favored because of God's grace. Mary was most blessed because her Son would be blessed, and He is the greatest blessing ever given to all people. Mary visited Elizabeth, an older, godly woman. Their time together was filled with praise and prayer. Elizabeth shared wise words, comfort, and encouragement. Mary gave glory to God for His power, holiness, and mercy. "And Mary said, 'My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for He has looked on the humble estate of His servant.'” Luke 1:46-48 SONG: "Let Us Exalt His Name" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAnNfN8rnlM&list=RDFAnNfN8rnlM&start_radio=1

2025-06-29--1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, June 29, 2025, in the 1030 AM service.   Scripture: Luke 21:34-36; Hebrews 2:1-4; Romans 7:24; Galatians5:17   Notes: -Do not let God become “common” to you. -He should not be a “part” of your life; He should BE your life. -Be careful and don't lose the fear of God, or you will drift from your salvation. -Do not take God's name in vain. -Be careful how you use His name. -His name is mighty and holy.

2025-06-29--0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, June 29, 2025, in the 830 AM service.   Scripture: Luke 21:34-36; Hebrews 2:1-4; Romans 7:24; Galatians5:17   Notes: -Do not let God become “common” to you. -He should not be a “part” of your life; He should BE your life. -Be careful and don't lose the fear of God, or you will drift from your salvation. -Do not take God's name in vain. -Be careful how you use His name. -His name is mighty and holy.

Savior, help me to stop doing for a moment so I can just be in your presence. Keywords: Slow down; distracted; frustrated; busyness; relationship; present. Scripture: Luke 10:40 Resource: Come With Me: Discovering the Beauty of Following Where He Leads by Suzanne Eller

June 29, 2025 Learn what Jesus requires of those who would follow him. Examine your commitment to the Lord, to see if you are whole- hearted or if you have fooled yourself thinking that good intentions are all that is necessary. Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Don't Doncount yourself out... the Lord still has need of you! This is a word that never fails... and a throwback from Palm Sunday 2020. The fellowship was uniting during the pandemic and many street disciples had loss people due to coviCOVID and some confided in me that they had it and needed encouragement when it was painful to breathe. God gave me this word and it still encourages today. If you feel loss or like the world would be better without you or your situation is going to win... sit down and click play... cause that is a whole lie! The Lord still has need for you here on this side. Although the issue may not be COVID just know the Lord still has need of you.Scripture: Luke 19: 29-35 Key Scripture: verse 34 Palm Sunday 2020 This is to all the Kingdom Kids diagnosed and dealing with Covid 19#Victoryoverthevirus in the name of Jesus#DivineImmunity in the name of Jesus#MiddayMiraclesI love yall! DO NOT GIVE UP...GET YOU MIND RIGHT!

Jesus, help me to trust your timing as I grow, and lean into you as I do. Keywords: Growth; conversation; caretaker; parable; Jesus; fig tree.Scripture: Luke 13:6 Listen to the episodes you've missed at KLRC.com/podcasts (Click on Prayer Starters). 

Today's sermon comes from a series on the life of Jesus described in the gospel of Luke. Luke gives us many of Jesus' teachings on what it means to be a disciple. In short, a disciple is one who applies the gospel to absolutely every single area of life. In Luke 6, we learn about Sabbath rest. God gives us rest from our labors – it is a gift and a blessing. It is a way of keeping us healthy and protecting us from being overwhelmed by our work. God himself modeled it for us when creating the universe. Let's look at it more closely: Why do we need it? Where do we get it? How do we do it? This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 23, 2003. Series: The Meaning of Jesus Part 2; Following Him. Scripture: Luke 6:1-11. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49Message from Brady Bryce, Senior MinisterFor more resources and access to everything we have going on at First, visit https://www.firstabq.org

Today, we have the privilege of sharing our interview with Conley Owens, Pastor of Silicon Valley Reformed Baptist Church. We spoke on the topic of his book, ‘The Dorean Principle', which “offers a fresh look at the Bible's guidance on ministry fundraising and exposes common practices that run afoul of its instruction.”We hope you are blessed by this conversation!Scripture:Luke 10: 7, Matthew 10: 8-10PBHB GIVEAWAY: https://www.stayreformed.com/giveawayAdditional References:Conley's Links:copy.churchsellingjesus.orghttps://www.doreancon.org/The Second London Baptist Confession (1689): https://founders.org/library-book/1689-confession/https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/lbcw.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOorAi1b6iCPqv94DjBcMhSSpcDOGwJrb9hXJSlgqxrFSgo9ofc0-Social Media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StayReformedTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/stayreformedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreformed/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stayreformedpodcast/Website: https://www.stayreformed.com/Email: contact@stayreformed.com

June 22, 2025 Jesus is more powerful than all the demons tormenting the sinner. Only he can save sinners. He requires the witness of his redeemed people. Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Scripture - Luke 8:26-39Thank You for listening!Follow us on Facebook Instagram YouTube Website You can contact us at office@newcovenantaz.orgMaking Jesus Christ the Heart of Every Home.

Scripture: Luke 8:40-42; 49Speaker: Dr Jack ThomasDate: June 15, 2025Thank you for your continued generosity. Tithes and offerings can be given electronically using:Givelify: Download the free Givelify App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)Cashapp: $mtcalmbc33Follow Mt Calvary Church on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtcalvarynation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtcalvarynationTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/mtcalvarynationAccess bible education and more exclusive content on the church's website: https://www.mtcalvarychurch.life

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39Jesus meets a man who has been living cast out by his community, named by the demons that have plagued him. In freeing him, Jesus helps us to see that the man's state may have had as much to do with the fear and order of those that cast him out as it ... Read more The post In Our Right Mind appeared first on Foreside Community Church.

What is a Father's Worth?Scripture | Luke 15:11-20 ; 25-32Speaker | BMaurice Davis, Minister Sunday Morning Worship

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Walking in the Spirit | Scripture: Luke 16:10-13 Download Audio

In this powerful and timely episode, Pastor James D. Gailliard reminds us why men matter and fathers matter. Drawing from the parable of the prodigal son, Pastor Gailliard teaches that the far country isn't just about distance—it's about direction. Listeners will explore how true fatherhood reflects the character of God by displaying passion, demonstrating pursuit, depositing provision, and declaring praise.Learn how strength and sensitivity can coexist, how initiating tough conversations and inspiring dreams can heal broken relationships, and why our identity and significance should never be tied solely to income. This episode is a clarion call for fathers to not just be present—but purposeful.Tune in and be inspired to live out your faith under fire with grace, courage, and intentional love.

In this powerful and timely episode, Pastor James D. Gailliard reminds us why men matter and fathers matter. Drawing from the parable of the prodigal son, Pastor Gailliard teaches that the far country isn't just about distance—it's about direction. Listeners will explore how true fatherhood reflects the character of God by displaying passion, demonstrating pursuit, depositing provision, and declaring praise.Learn how strength and sensitivity can coexist, how initiating tough conversations and inspiring dreams can heal broken relationships, and why our identity and significance should never be tied solely to income. This episode is a clarion call for fathers to not just be present—but purposeful.Tune in and be inspired to live out your faith under fire with grace, courage, and intentional love.

Many expected the Messiah to come as an all-conquering king, yet Jesus came eating and drinking. Throughout the gospel, he was always going to, at, or coming from, a meal, and would even eat together with sinners and tax collectors. This highlights a critical part of Jesus's ministry, that of fellowship, or “koinonia” in Greek. By spending time with people, he allowed them to feel a sense of attachment and belonging, which is a far more powerful and genuine motivator than threat or force. Similarly, we should also embrace fellowship, and through "koinonia" bring light to the darkness in people's lives. --- Scripture: Luke 5: 27-33 Jesus Calls Levi and Eats With Sinners 27 After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. “Follow me,” Jesus said to him, 28 and Levi got up, left everything and followed him. 29 Then Levi held a great banquet for Jesus at his house, and a large crowd of tax collectors and others were eating with them. 30 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law who belonged to their sect complained to his disciples, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?” 31 Jesus answered them, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. 32 I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.” Jesus Questioned About Fasting 33 They said to him, “John's disciples often fast and pray, and so do the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours go on eating and drinking.” Luke 7:33-35 33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine, and you say, ‘He has a demon.' 34 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.' 35 But wisdom is proved right by all her children.”

Boundary-breaking Hospitality, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Holy Troublemakers A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 15.1-2; 4-7.Feeling unsure about faith, church, or where you belong? This Sunday, we're exploring a powerful message of radical love and acceptance. Whether you're searching, doubting, or just curious, there's a place for you. Join us online or in-person – no judgment, just grace.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Rachel Held Evans, holy troublemakers, evolving faith, LGBTQ+ inclusion, church vision, spiritual refugees, grace table, repentance, unconditional love, marginalization, civil rights, theological diversity, open doors, long tables, radical love., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Up To Jerusalem - Teaching 17 Scripture: Luke 23:26-34, Mark 15:21, Hosea 10:8, John 19:19-27, Mark 15:29-32, Luke 23:39-43, Matthew 27:45-49, Psalm 22, John 19:28-30., Luke 23:46, Psalm 31:5, Matthew 27:50-54. Today we take a look at a moving, powerful and emotionally packed teaching on the subject of Jesus' crucifixion.  We will explore the accounts of Jesus' crucifixion using all four gospels as each gives us unique details and special insights. Jesus' crucifixion was painful, prolonged, humiliating and demeaning, but the four gospel writers do not dwell on the sufferings of Jesus. What they dwell on is what He won for us and what He offers to each of us. Our story opens with Jesus' walk to Golgotha (Hebrew word - translates to “Place of the Skull” - Calvary - is the Latin word for ‘Place of the Skull.”) As Jesus was brutally beaten, tortured and whipped He is exhausted, weak, in great pain and unable to carry His cross to Golgotha, so Simon of Cyrene is forced to carry Jesus' cross. Jesus' first words from the cross were “Father, forgive them, they don't know what they are doing.” A display of His love even from the cross, even in extreme suffering and incredible pain, He cries out on behalf of others. Don't ever doubt God's love. No matter how we've fallen, our God loves us dearly! The enemy likes to make us think that God is the bad guy, but the truth is - if you want to know what God is like and want to know how He feels about you, then all you have to do is look at Jesus, the One who is the visible image of the invisible God - and He says, Father, forgive them.” He offers mercy to all of us - we all are sinners and we all need a Savior and that's who Jesus is! Our story continues with Pilate making a sign in 3 languages: Hebrew, Latin and Greek. The sign says, “King of the Jews.” The way Romans announced the crime for which the individual was being executed was to post it over their heads on their cross. When Pilate had the sign placed above Jesus' head the Chief Priests became upset. Pastor takes time to dig into some truly interesting insights into why the sign made them so angry. The next words Jesus says are to His mother and the disciple next to her at the foot of His cross. He says, “Woman, here is your son.” And to the disciple He says, “Here is your mother.” Jesus' second set of words from the cross were again for others and of showing his deep love and concern for His mother. Jesus was crucified between two criminals, one of them joins the crowd in mocking Jesus. The one not joining the crowd says to the one that was, “Don't you fear God? This man has done nothing wrong,..” Then turning to Jesus he says, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” Jesus replies, “I tell you, today you will be with Me in paradise.” This criminal displays great faith in asking, Jesus, who is beaten, brutalized and nailed to a cross, “Remember me!” This man saw what is unseen - He saw into heaven. He saw what is true.  Again Jesus' words are for others, these comforting words of promise given this man hanging on the cross next to Him. The promise is for all those who believe in Him, that we will be with Him and we will see His kingdom in all its glory and fulfillment. As we continue with the story, darkness came over the land in the middle of the day and Jesus cries out, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” Jesus endured the judgement of God for us - He became sin for us. Pastor talks about these very words of being forsaken having been written in Psalm 22, 1000 years earlier, and they were words that every Jew was familiar with. Pastor shares how that would have impacted those around Him hearing Him say these words - they were a testimony to who Jesus is! Then Jesus says, “I am thirsty.” And He is offered wine vinegar on a sponge on the end of a hyssop stalk. Pastor shares insight into this prophetic action of using the hyssop stalk being lifted to Jesus to drink from.  When Jesus had the drink, He said, “It is finished.” Meaning PAID IN FULL. The debt for sin was paid. The price for our salvation has been paid in full. Jesus drank the cup of the wrath of God, He is the sacrificial victim - the Real Passover Lamb, who offered up His blood for us all and His blood covers our sin. And then Jesus' speaks, “Father, into Your hand I commit My Spirit.” And He dies.     ⁃    The price is paid     ⁃    The battle is won     ⁃    The victory is assured At Jesus' last words the curtain of the Temple is torn in two. Why?… This was a massive curtain that separated the Holy Place from the Holy of Holies where a High Priest went once a year before God making atonement for the sins of the people. Now all of a sudden people, not just the High Priests can look into the Holy of Holies and have access to the Living God. God dealt with human sin in the very Person of His own Son. The curtain is now open and the way to the Father is exposed - all are given access into the place where only a High Priest could go because Jesus open it through His sacrifice on the cross. Our time together ends with the words of the centurion guarding Jesus on the cross as the day turned dark, as the curtain tore, as the earth shook, rocks split and people walked out of tombs, the centurion exclaims, “Surely, He was the Son of God!” What a shocking day this was!  This was the day the Savior gave His life for all! And it changed everything because now - He offers life to all who believe in Him. Join us next time as we discover that Jesus is our Victor! Our website – https://www.awakeusnow.com Watch the video from our website! https://www.awakeusnow.com/2-year-study-of-the-gospels-upper Watch the video from our YouTube Channel!! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaaqrC3dMOzMkhPyiNWwlJRpV6Bwpu01 Up to Jerusalem is a study of the final weeks of Jesus' ministry. The earth shakes concluding with His resurrection and ascension, using the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John together with material from ancient sources and recent discoveries. Up to Jerusalem is part five of our Two Year Study of the Gospels. Up To Jerusalem is the story of the plan of God to redeem the world, and the story of a Savior willing to obey the Father's plan. As we study Jesus' final days, we will be impacted as we discover the Love of God for each one of us.  This study is great for large group, small group or home group study and can be started at any time.

SCRIPTURE- Luke 6:38"Give and it will be given to you.  A good measure pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap; for with the measure you use it will be measured to you."REFLECTOR- Sr. CarolMUSIC- "Polar" Instrumental- "How Great Though Art" InstrumentalNOTES-

Scripture: Luke 24:45-49

When Jesus calls the first disciples, he shows us, from the beginning, how he wants to work in our lives, too. In this sermon, we look at how God's calling comes to us through a proclamation, an invitation, and ultimately a provision for our deepest needs.   Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

For centuries this famous passage has been called the parable of the prodigal son. But it's a great mistake to think it's a story about one son. It's a story of two sons, of a younger and an older brother. If you don't compare and contrast the two, you're going to miss the radical message.  Jesus is saying every thought the human race has ever had about how to connect to God—whether East or West, ancient or post-modern, religious or secular—has been wrong. Jesus shatters all existing human categories.  Let's look at the story, and then see three things Jesus is telling us: 1) Jesus redefines God, 2) Jesus redefines sin, and 3) Jesus redefines salvation. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 11, 2005. Series: The Vision of Redeemer. Scripture: Luke 15:1-2, 11-32. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

SCRIPTURE-  Luke 23:34 "And Jesus said, 'Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.'"REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSIC- "New Day" Instrumental- "Redemption" InstrumentalCONCERT FRIDAY SONG- "Forever Young" by Rod StewartMay the good Lord be with you down every road you roamAnd may sunshine and happiness surround you when you're far from homeAnd my you grow to be proud, dignified and trueAnd do unto others as you'd have done to youBe courageous and be braveAnd in my heart you'll always stayForever young (forever young)Forever young (forever young)May good fortune be with you, may your guiding light be strongBuild a stairway to heaven with a prince or a vagabondAnd may you never love in vainAnd in my heart you will remainForever young (forever young)Forever young (forever young)Forever youngForever youngYeah!And when you finally fly away, I'll be hoping that I served you wellFor all the wisdom of a lifetime, no one can ever tellBut whatever road you choose, I'm right behind you win or loseForever young (forever young)Forever young (forever young)Forever youngForever youngFor-, forever youngForever young

SCRIPTURE- Luke 22: 19REFLECTOR- LaurenMUSIC- Take and Eat by Michael JoncasPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES- A Vincentian Reflection on Pope Leo's First Address